Westminster council directs staff to work with Sylvia Mendez amid heated rename debate After extended public comment and sharp objections tied to other renaming controversies, the Westminster City Council voted to have staff collaborate with Sylvia Mendez and her representatives on how the city should honor her; Councilwoman Fan West abstained from that vote.

The Westminster City Council is caught in a heated debate over how to honor civil rights pioneer Sylvia Mendez, amid accusations of political grandstanding and calls for community engagement.

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Westminster to Unveil American 250th Plaque at Bella Grove Square Westminster prepares for the September 20 unveiling of the American 250th plaque ceremony.

Westminster is gearing up for a historic celebration with the unveiling of a plaque to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—don’t miss this momentous occasion!

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History Project Explores Gettysburg and Reynolds' Burial Route through Westminster Community gathers historical data on Gettysburg Battlefield and Reynolds' journey post-battle.

Westminster is on a mission to preserve its rich history, including the profound connections to the Battle of Gettysburg and General Reynolds' burial route.

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