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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1948-06-15 - CC__ _. ~-, s`t r,. _ __ ~,, .~'.. REGULAR MEETING JUNE 15, 1948 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11331 Plaza Street on above date at 7230 P. M. Mayor Willard in the chair. Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams.,, answered the roll call. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Council- man Stroh, that the minutes of the previous regular meeting of June 2, 1948, be approved as written. A11 members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. The hour of 8:00 o'clock P. M. having arrived, said hour being the time fixed to hear any and all objections to the proposed annexation of that contiguous territory designated as Ozell Manor, the Mayor inquired if there were any present in regard to said ''" hearing. There was no response. Whereupon, an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY ' DESIGNATED AS 'OZELL MANOR"' was read for the first time. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that said ordinance be accepted as read for the first time and pass to the second reading. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. Noes: None. The hour of 8:00 o'clock P. M. having arrived, said hour being the time fixed to hear any and all objections to the proposed improvement of Fernwood Avenue between Gertrude and Ernestine, the Mayor inquired if there were any present in regard to said hearing. There was no response. Whereupon, RESOLUTION N0. 2129 entitled "IN THE MATTER OF THE•PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT OF FERNWOOD AVENUE BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF C Et~QENT SIDEWALKS , CURBS , GUTTERS , AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES . RESOLU- TION OVERRULING PROTESTS AND DETERMINING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HAS AC QUIRED JURISDICTION TO PROCEED WITH THE WORK," was presented. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that said Resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. Nods: None. RESOLUTION N0. 2130 entitled, "IN THE MATTER OF THE PRO- POSED GONSTRIfCTION OF CE~~ENT CONCRETE SIDEWALKS, CURBS, GUTTERS, AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES IN FERNWOOD AVENUE. RESOLUTION ASCERTAItJING AND DETERMINING RATE OF HOURLY WAGES AND THE GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF HOURLY WAGES FOR LEGAL HOLIDAYS AND OVERTIME WORK IN THE LOCALITY FOR-EACH CRAFT OR TYPE OF LABORER, WORKMAIJ, OR MECHANIG NEEDED TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT FOR FURNISHING AND DELIVERING CERTAIN MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABOVE MENTIONED IM- PROVEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS N0. 1948--D-1" was presented. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by ^'* Councilman Bruner, that said Resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. Noes: None. RESOLUTION N0. 2131 entitled "IN THE MATTER OF THE PRO- POSED IMPROVEMENT OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF FERNWOOD AVENUE BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALKS, CURBS, GUTTERS, AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. RESOLUTION ORDERING THE WORK AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO GIVE NOTICE INVITING BIDS", was presented. It was moved by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Jensen, that said Resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. Noes: None. The hour of 8:00 o'clocg P. M. having arrived, said hour being the time fixed to receive any and all bids for furnishing the 2 (;;~, City of Lynwood with three passenger cars, the 'Mayor inquired if there were any present wishing to submit bids. There was no response. The Clerk stated he had received three sealed proposals. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Stroh, that said bids be publicly opened, examined, and declared. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. The following bids were received: Enoch Chevrolet Co., X4416.16, including California Sales Tax. Southland Motors, Inc. No bid. Glen E. Organ, Ford Dealer, Compton No bid. Both Ford dealers stated that awing to the model change and new models ready for public display, there has been no price estab- lished by the company. They request, if possible, deferment of action until they are able to quote prices. After some discussion, it was moved by Councilman Stroh and seconded by Councilman ~lilliams, that in order to provide equitable bidding standards for all concerned that all bids be re~eeted and the Clerk be instructed to re-advertise for said bids. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. ORAL COPdMUNICATIUNS: The Mayor inquired if there were any present wishing to address the Council. Whereupon, Mr. Riley of 10811 San Jose Street, addressed the Council in regard to a petition he had, requesting permission for him to conduct an auto upholstering shop in his garage at said address. Mr. Riley explained that it would be a one-man shop, there would be no noise or odors, or nuisance of any kind. After some discussion, Mr. Le Sage interpreted the ordinance providing for home ,occupations, stating in his opinion said occupations were limited to the actual dwelling. Councilman Stroh explained his position as to the request, stating he would like in some way, to grant the request without going contrary to the existing laws. There was further discussion as to the problem involved wherein Mr. Schultz of 10814 San Jose and Mr. Ma~eske of 10816 Capis- trano, addressed the Council in Mr. Riley's behalf.. There was further discussion wherein all the Councilmen expressed their sentiment as wishing to help bir. Riley with his problem if there was some way it could legally be done. Whereupon, it was moved by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Bruner, that the request be denied as it conflicted with regulations established by ordinance. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Willard, Williams, Bruner. Noes: Councilmen Jensen and Stroh. Mr. K. F. Thompson of 108th Street, addressed the Council in appreciation for the street work accomplished in the Palomar District and inquired as to the reason it hadn't been completed on 112th Street. WRITTEN CO1t~IMUNICATIONS: A communication from Postmaster Coe was read wherein the Councilmen were invited to attend the initial run of the mobile post office at 10:5 A. M. Monday, June 21. .It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that the invitation be filed. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. A communication from .the Lynwood Chamber of Commerce was read wherein they request permission to conduct a community fair in the City of Lynwood July 21 through 25. After some discussion, it was moved by Councilman Bruner and seconded by Councilman,Y`tilliams, that said permission be g?~anted subject to Police and fire regulations and a suitable location. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. A communication from Chief of Police Kerr was read wherein he stated he had been appointed Lynwood Disaster Chairman for the American Red Cross and that they have requested that a disaster com- mittee be formed. Chief Kerr requested ,that selection of qualified people be made by the Council. After some discussion as to the tie-in between this and the State's and County's disaster and preparedness program, the Mayor appointed Councilman Bruner as coordinator for Disaster and Prepared- ness Committee of Lynwood and charged him with the duty of seeing that qualified people are appointed to fill the necessary positions as recommended by Chief Kerr, American Red Cross Chairman. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS; Report from Chief Kerr in regard to traffic conditions on Orchard Avenue caused by Sears Roebuck, was read. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that said report be accepted and filed. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the mot-ion duly carried. A recommendation from the- Chief of Police was presented, for suspension of the Yellow Cab Company's permit until they have conformed to the requirements of Ordinance No. 428 specifying cer- tain insurance and office requirements. After consultation with the City Attorney, it was moved by Councilman Stroh and seconded by Councilman Bruner, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be approved and that the Yellow Cab Company's and its drivers' permits be suspended as specified in Section 7 of afore- said ordinance and that the Chief of Police be instructed to give notice as required. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared. the motion duly carried. A communication from the City Attorney was read explaining the circumstances of the motorcycle collision involving Officer Broesel and the resulting damage in the amount oP X323.85. The communication explained the inability to settle- the claim until ~Ir. Broesel waives any claims for personal injuries. Under the circumstances, it will be necessary for the City to sue in order to recover the damage to City property. After discussion, it vas moved by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Bruner, that the City Attorney be granted permission to bring such action in the name of the City. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. Resignation of Bruce~Betz was tendered as he has accepted appointment with the California Highway Patrol. It was moved by Councilman Stroh, seconded by Councilman Williams, that the res- ignation be accepted with regret. Al-1 meribers of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. A recommendation was presented Prom the Chief of Police that Sanford L.-Lathrop be appointed Patrolman, probationary, effective June 16, 1948, at a base salary of 195.00 per month plus current cost of living adjustment. The Chief's recommendation stated he is next high on the Civil Service list and is a veteran of Worla War II. It was moved by Councilman Stroh and seconded by councilman Bruner, that said recommendation be approved. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. Chief Kerr's recommendation as to Police Secretary Barbara Bitting's request fora 31 day leave of absence following her vacation, was presented. He recommended granting of said request, effective July 9, 1948. It was moved by Councilman Bruner and seconded by Councilman Jensen, that said leave be granted as recommended. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. An ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYN- WOOD AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 416 REGULATING THE BUSINESS OF SECOND HAND DEALERS, JUNK DEALERS, AND JUNK COLLECTORS was read for the first time. It was moved by Councilman Bruner, seconded by Coun- cilman Jensen, that said. ordinance be accepted as read the first time and pass to the second reading. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. Noes: None. An ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING SO-CALLED "GOING-OUT-OF-BUSINESS SALES," "FIRE SALES," "CLOSING OUT SALES," AND SALES OF A SIMILAR NATURE," was read for the first time. It was moved by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Bruner, that said Ordinance be accepted as read for the first time and pass ~to ~ the s ecc~nd reading. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner,Jensen,Stroh,Willard,and Williams. Noes: None. 2 0'~ or n P second reading. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. The Clerk presented a request from Ivan Adams, Clairvoyant, to move his business location, said request accompanied by signatures of immediate neighbors, stating that they have no objection and recommendation by Chief Kerr that said move be approved. It was moved by Councilman Stroh, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that said move be approved. All members of the City Council voting aye.,.. the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. An ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SUBDIVISION (a), SECTION 75, OF ORDINANCE N0. 418 of the CITY OF LYNWOOD," was read for the first time. It was moved by Councilman Stroh, seQOnded by Councilman Jensen, that said di ante be acce ted as read for the first time and pass to the Noes: None. - The Clerk presented the Engineer's compilation of the bids 'previously received for the improvement of Abbott Road. The Engineer's report indicates and he so recommends that the contract be awarded to M. S. Mechem & Sons as the lowest and best bidder. It was moved by Councilman Bruner and seconded by Councilman Jensen, that contract be awarded M. S. Meehan & Sons for the aforesaid improvement and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said contract. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard and Williams. Noes: None. RESOLUTION N0. 2132 entitled "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING MEMOAANDUb4 OF AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDI- TURE OF GAS TxX ALLOCATION1i was presented. It was moved by Councilman Bruner, seconded by Councilman Jensen, that said Resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard, and Williams. Noes: None. Councilman Williams brought up the question of the continued nuisance of the Assembly of God Church from the standpoint of unsightly sanitary facilities. After some discussion, Mr. Williams was informed that the County Health Department will be notif ied of the condition and asked to investigate it. It was regularly moved by Councilman ~Nilliams, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that the demands presented to the Council at its meeting of June 15, 1948. having been regularly audited, are hereby allowed and approved and warrants ordered drawn on the City Treasurer therefor in accordance with and to the payees named and the funds indicated in the several demands hereby approved. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Bruner, Jensen, Stroh, Willard and Williams Noes: None. It was moved by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Bruner, that the meeting be adjourned. All members of the City Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion duly carried. * GENERAL AC C OUN T Demand Register Num ers 1653- 36 inclusive to the respective funds: General Fund Water Fund Street Improvement Lighting Fund Capital Outlay Special Gae Tae Public Park Fund Retirement Fund TO`?'AL p~z,oved the City ~o~n';cil J~x"ly ,6,~ 19~4~d' /' $12,170.88 9,285.97 Fund 3,188.01 1,413.74 66.28 584.61 17 8.83 2,139.05 X29,027.37 ~~ .. ty 1 , o ynwood il~a.yo'r of the City of Lynwood ~;' ~,'