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Westminster council directs staff to study Blakey Park buildings and feasibility of expanded uses after contentious debate

Westminster City Council · September 11, 2025
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Summary

After a lengthy presentation and public comment, the council received a Blakey Park site map, heard cost and maintenance details, and voted to direct staff to return with a feasibility assessment of existing buildings and whether the 2.37-acre site could support expanded uses (motion carried 3-2).

Council members and staff spent extensive time on Sept. 10 reviewing an existing-conditions site map for Blakey Park (8612 Westminster Boulevard), prepared by MIG. The map identifies historic structures (Midway City Women's Club, blacksmith building, farm barn), a ~102-stall parking area, and a Southern California Edison easement.

Consultant Oscar Johnson and staff explained the scope: site mapping, record of easements, and counts of parking and…

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