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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1965-09-07 - CC REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 7, 1965 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Siokos in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, and Smith answered the roll call. ,r.,~ RESOLUTION N0. 65-70 entitled: COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING was presented. It was moved by seconded by Councilman Duncan, adopted. Roll Call: 'RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Res. 65-70 ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE Demands WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFORE.'" Councilman McMillan, that said resolution be Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that the minutes of the Council meeting of August 17, 1865, be corrected by adding a roll call to paragraph g, page 3 of said minutes. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that the minutes of the regular meeting of August 17, 1965, be approved as corrected. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being the time fixed for continued hearing on proposed vacation of Santa Fe Avenue on portions of Lots 2 and 3 of the sub- division of J. J. Bullis 76.11 acre tract, the Mayor asked for information concerning the hearing. The Manager stated that the County Road Department has been notified of the proposed vacation and trade of land with Western Gear south of Fernwood and has begun an intensive study of the development of Santa Fe Avenue and has requested that any action on the proposed vacation be postponed until their study. is completed in approximately six weeks. The Manager recommended that the Council delay action on the proposed vacation until the County's study has been completed. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that action on the proposed vacation of a portion of Santa Fe Avenue be held in abeyance for a period of six weeks. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being the time fixed for protest hearing on the proposed "~" annexation of uninhabited territory lying easterly of the existing City boundary on Walnut Avenue, the Clerk presented affidavits of publication of notice of the hearing and stated that no written or oral protests have been filed concerning the proposed annexation. (Atlantic Avenue Annexation No. 7-A) Hearing - vacat~.on o#' port~,on of Santa Fe A've Hearing - Protests on Atlantic Avg Annex 7-A The Mayor inquired if there were any present wishing to be heard concerning the annexation. There was no response. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the hearing be concluded. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Res. 65-71 RESOLUTION N0. 65-71 entitled: 'RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Overruling COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD OVERRULING PROTESTS TO THE protests on PROPOSED ANNEXA TION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE Atlantic UNINCORPORATED TERRITORY 0~' THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Annex #7-A LYING EASTERLY OF THE EXISTING CITY BOUNDARY ON WALNUT AVENUE (ATLANTI C AVENUE ANNEXATION N0. 7-A).`' was presented. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman McM~llan, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Council men Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. Ord. approv- An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ing Atlantic LYNWOOD APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY Annex #7-A IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES LYING EASTERLY OF THE EXISTING first read CITY BOUNDARY ON WALNUT AVENUE.'' was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that further reading be waived. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that said ordinance be accepted as read for the first time and passed to the second reading. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ord. 780 ORDINANCE N0. 780 entitled: `'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY Increasing OF LYNWOOD AMENDING THE THIRD PARAGRAPH OF SECTION 18.00 filing fees OF CITY ORDINANCE N0. 570 TO INCREASE THE FILING FEES for zone & FOR APPLICATIONS FOR VARIANCE AND ZONE CHANGE." was variance presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman changes Smith, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that further reading be waived. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that said ordinance be adopted as read for the second time, finally passed, and published as required by law. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork,. Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. Ord. 781 ORDINANCE N0. 781 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF Home LYNWOOD REPEALING SUBDIVISION 5 OF SECTION 4.00 OF CITY occupation ORDINANCE N0. 570; AMENDING THE TITLE TO CHAPTER XVI ON ordinance. PAGE 41 OF SAID ORDINANCE AND AMENDING SAID CHAPTER TO DIVIDE IT INTO TWO ARTICLES, ARTICLES 1 AND 2, AND TO ADD SECTIONS 16.10 UNDER ARTICLE 2, AND SECTIONS 16.36 THRU SECTIONS 16.39, AND AMENDING SECTION 20.104 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE." was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that further reading be waived. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Smith. Noes: Councilmen McMillan, Siokos. Absent: None. "~ It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that said ordinance be adopted as read for the second time, finally passed, and published as required by law. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: Councilmen Absent: None. Byork, Duncan, Smith. McMillan, Siokos. An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY AND THE ADOPTION OF AN AMENDED SECTION OF THE ZONING MAP WHICH IS PART OF SAID ORDINANCE N0. 570.'t was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that first reading of this ordinance be held over to a future date . Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Srnith. Noes: None. Absent: None. Ord. amending Ord. #570 first reading held over The City Manager stated that the County Board of Supervisors has allocated $26,663 for the approvement and maintenance of streets of general County interest within the City limits for the fiscal year 1965-66, and presented the .following resolution. RESOLUTION N0. 65-72 entitled: "RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURE OF GAS TAX MONIES FOR STREET MAINTENANCE IN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD.'' It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: ~ Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letters commending the Police Department and other City Departments were presented from the fallowing persons: Alice E. Phillips, 12146 Bradfield, Jeff King of King's Restaurants, Lynwood Chamber of Commerce. It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that the letters be accepted and filed. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Res. 65-72 requesting approval of County Gas Tax expenditures Letters of commendation to Police Uept. A letter from the National Cystic Fibrosis Research Letter from Foundation was presented in which they request permission Cystic Fibrosis: to conduct their annual fund drive in the City during Foundation for the period of September 1 to 12. The City Clerk stated permission to that the organization has been granted a permit from the conduct fund Los Angeles Social Service Commission and the Los Angeles drive County Public Welfare Commission. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that said request be granted. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. r-- A letter from Mayor Delman of the City of South Gate was Letter from City ~ presented in which he explained that approximately ten of South Gate ~ years ago the Joint County Sanitation Districts acquired requesting an exhausted diatomaceous earth quarry in the Palos Verdesopposition to Hills. Following its usefulness for refuse disposal, t~ie•Palos Verdes land was to be disposed of to the Los Angeles County Park refuse disposal System for Park and Recreation purposes. At the meeting site of the Joint Sanitation Districts on August 11, District No. 5 proposed a change in use of this site when filled ~~ "~ M~•a for the purpose of opening a State College in the South Bay area. Mayor Delman's letter enclosed a resolution opposing the use of the land for other than recreation purposes and urged the Council's consideration and passage of such a resolution. In the discussion which followed, the opinion was expressed that because of the population growth and scarcity of land, other communities will have to do as Lynwood has done, that is, use school sites for recreation sites also. The Mayor stated that if there is a need for a college in the South Bay area, he didn't feel it should be opposed without a great deal more knowledge of the situation. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Smith, that a letter be directed to the Board of Trustees of The California State Colleges, informing them of the success of a joint school-recreation program at the municipal level, and recommending that consideration be given to the use of state college sites for public recreation purposes. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Councilman McMillan suggested that a reply be sent to Mayor Delman and a copy of the letter to the Board of Trustees be included. Letter from A letter from the Board of Supervisors was presented in Board of which they urge cities in Los Angeles County to join in Supervisors stepped-up public works program. It was moved by Council- urging citiesman Smith, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that the letter to loin in be accepted and filed. All members voting aye, the Mayor stepped-up declared the motion carried. public works program REPORTS, REQUESTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Globe Protec-The application of Globe Protection, Inc., 5478 Wilshire tion Inc Boulevard, was presented in which a special permit to granted conduct the business of guard service was requested. permit to do business The Police Department investigative report was presented of guard which recommended that the license be issued. It was service moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Smith, that the request of Globe Protection, Inc. for a special permit to conduct the business of guard service within the City be granted. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Report on The Manager presented a report on the custodial maintenance custodial contract in the Natatorium. The report indicated there maintenance has been a substantial impro vement in the general maintenance for and assured the City Council that continuing evaluations Natatorium of the service will be made to guarantee a high level of custodial maintenance in the natatorium. Report on The Manager presented a report on the request of The Lower Metropolitan Water District for support of governmental Colorado agencies within its boundaries for ''The Lower Colorado River basin River Basin Project Act"' introduced by both California Project Senators and thirty-four California and three Arizona Congressmen. The advisability of enacting this legislation will be studied by a sub-committee of the House Interior and Insular Affairs. The report went on to state that the City Council has been asked to support the legislation by resolution which would implements the following specific programs: _ ~. 1. Investigation of current and long-range water supplies and demands and search for surplus water basins. 2. Construct the Central Arizona Project aqueduct to Phoenix and Tucson, with studies for the protection of recreational and wildlife needs. 3. Insure protection of existing water users diverting Colorado River water to all states requiring said water. 4. Establishment of a regional water commission to coordinate proposed projects and made recommendations for new projects. The report went on to state that opposition has been voiced by various conservation and hunting-fishing clubs because the project will reduce the number of basins and marshes where wildlife presently gathers. However, from the infor- mation available, it appears that wildlife will be protected while assuring the supply of water for human use if the legislation is adopted. The Manager recommended the adoption of the following resolution: RESOLUTION N0. 65-73 entitled: ''A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD FAVORING PASSAGE OF THE LOWER COLORADO RIVER BASIN ACT.'' was presented. In the discussion that followed, the only objection to the proposal was to the formation of another commission as outlined in item number 4 of the report. It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Smith, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: Councilmen Duncan. Absent: None. The Manager presented the request of Western Geophysical Company of America on behalf of Union Oil Company to do seismograph work on the railway rights of way along Alameda from the north to south City limits, and along Fernwood Avenue from Alameda Avenue to Atlantic Avenue beginning on or about September 15 and continuing for ninety days. The request was accompanied by a certificate indicating that appropriate insurance coverage has been obtained naming the City of Lynwood as an additional insured. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McMillan that the request be granted. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. The City Manager reported on the study made regarding payment of additional salary to certain employees of the City and stated that after reviewing the matter with the City Attorney, he wished to recommend that the police department be paid as soon as possible under the provisions of the existing ordinance, and that the Council declare its intent to establish additional vacation for Fire Department personnel involved, in the public interest and general welfare. It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Smith, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the City Manager. Res. 65-73 favoring passage of Lower Colorado River Basin Act Request for special permit to conduct seismographs tests grante Report on additional pay for various personnel Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. Report on The Manager presented a report on street lighting and traffic Bullis Road conditions on Bullis Road. The report contained statistics lighting covering a comparison of lighting, traffic conditions, and accidents on Bullis Road and Long Beach Boulevard. These figures were illustrated by a chart displayed for the Council's study. The report indicated that to improve Bullis Road lighting, the existing fixtures would have to be increased from 2,500 to 6,000 Lumen, causing an engery cost increase of approximately 2 1/2 times the present cost, which could be absorbed by the overall lighting assessment as the benefit would be city-wide; however, in comparing Long Beach Boulevard with Bullis Road the benefit of increasing lumination on Bullis is questionable as Long Beach Boulevard is larger, carries more traffic, is better lighted and controlled, and has a greater percentage of accidents. Councilman Duncan said he believed the dark places should be lighted and the project should be begun a little at a time. Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, addressed the Council to state that he was in favor of changing the lighting if it will help, and made the following suggestion: 1. Synchronize Long Beach Boulevard signals and post traffic speeds. 2. Place additional speed limit signs on Bullis Road. 3. Post a radar sign at the south end of Lynwood on Bullis Road. 4. Mark cross walks. 5. Consider placing additional stop signs. 6. Consider signals at Carlin Avenue and Bullis Road. As a result of the discussion that followed, the Manager was directed to prepare a survey of the areas along Bullis Road most in need of lighting and provide an analysis of the places in which traffic accidents have occurred. Report on As directed at a previous meeting, the City Manager sale of city-owned presented a t report on the proposed sal e of City-owned property proper y on l Wright Road. The report w as accompanied by a reso ution of intention to sell the property and setting a time for p ublic hearing on the sale. The Manager recommended adoption of the following resolution: Res. 65-7~ RESOLUTION N0. 65-74 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Intention COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ESTABLISHING THE INTENTION to sell city TO SELL, FIX A TIME FOR PUBLIC HEARING, PROVIDE FOR THE owned PUBLICATION OF NOTICES AND FIX A TIME FOR FINAL ACTION property FOR CERTAIN CITY-OWNED PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED." It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Byork, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. ~~ ~. N `°'~ The Manager presented a detailed report on the present garbage and trash contract which will expire on October 31, 1865. The report stated that the present contractor, C. V. Disposal, has indicated willingness to renegotiate the contract based on the present specifications with the proposed charges to the City as follows: 1st Unit $ 1.00 2nd, 3rd, 4th Units .55 5th and up .50 The report further stated that a five year agreement has been requested which is agreeable to the contractor if they have the opportunity to renegotiate price at the end of three years. Report on Garbage & Trash Contract The report further stated that if renegotiation is acceptable to the Council, it was suggested that the rates be established as follows: 1st Unit 1.05 2nd, 3rd, & 4th .55 5th and up .50 The question of putting the contract up for bids was discussed, however, it was generally agreed that the present contractor has provided good service and the proposed cost to the City is fair. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that the City Manager be authorized to renegotiate an agreement with C. V. Disposal for a five year period as outlined in his report. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. The Manager presented a report on the proposed ~.,.,., water rate increases in which he explained in detail the reasons for the proposed increase. The report stated that meter rates would increase from the present 12.5 per 100 cu. ft. for the first 1200 cu. ft. to 14.5. The flat rate schedule would increase from $2.05 per month to $2.40 per month. The report also contained a comparison of Lynwood meter rates with other water systems in the area which indicated that Lynwood would still have the lowest meter charges of any large system in the general area, and a flat rate equally low. It was the Manager's recommendation that the City Council consider the adoption of an ordinance incorporating the proposed rate increases and including comparative increases for both meter and flat rate services outside the City boundaries. The proposed rate changes in detail are as follows: Meter Rates - Inside City For the first 1200 cu ft. $1.75/mo. All over 1200 cu. ft. 10.5 100 cf Flat Rates - Inside City One residence on less than 12,000 sq. ft. of land $2.40/mo. One residence on land from 12,000 to 18,000 sq. ft. $3.50/mo. Report on proposed water rate increases Each added unit $1.15/mo. ~4 N Report on Meter Rates - Outside City proposed For the first 1200 cu, ft. $2.35/mo~ water rate All over 1200 cu. ft. 16.0 100 cf increases Flat Rates - Outside City One residence on less than 12,000 sqo ft. of land $3.20/mo. One residence on less than 18,000 sq. ft, of land $4.65/mo. Each added unit $1.55/mo. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Council- man McMillan, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the City Manager and to direct that an appropriate ordinance be prepared for consideration at the next Council meeting. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Discussion Councilman Duncan introduced a discussion as to the concerning classification of Administrative Assistant being a part Administra- of the classified service. Both Councilman Duncan and tive Asst. Councilman McMillan questioned the advisability of such classifiea- a position being under Civil Service. tion The City Manager informed the Council that under the provisions of the existing ordinance the position is part of the classified service and can only be changed by a vote of the people. He presented to each Councilman a copy of the classification description which sets forth in detail the duties, responsibilities, requirements, and general qualifications of the position. The Manager assured the members of the Council that the Administrative Assistant will have training in all phases of the City Manager's duties. Recreation Councilman Byork stated that he was still concerned about proposes the number of guns which have been purchased in the past a gun three weeks and said that he believed the fact that there program is a place where training can be had should be publicized. Recreation Director James Ruth was present and stated that his department will be announcing a new gun program in about two weeks. Mr. Jack Cleland addressed the Council to state that on October 1, 1g65, at 9:00 p.m., Mayor Siokos will speak on KFI Radio in a broadcast which will be heard over the Armed Forces radio network. Administra- The City Manager introduced to the City Council Mr. Andrew tive Asst. Lazaretto, the newly appointed Administrative Assistant. introduced to Council Mr. Lazaretto expressed his pleasure at being with the City of Lynwood. Mr. Archie Legg, 3671 Platt Avenue, addressed the Council about the special permit granted to Globe Protection, Inc. to do business in the city, stating that they have been operating within the City for some time without a license. The reasons for not having Globe Protection, Inc, suspend operations pending processing of their application were explained to Mr. Legg. Mr. LeRoy McFadden, 12701 Harris Avenue, Compton, addressed the Council to inquire why the territory in which he lives was not included in proposed Atlantic Avenue Annexation No. 6. The reasons were explained to Mr. McFadden and, at his request, the method of commencing annexation proceedings were explained to him. Mr. Jack Cleland, 4029 Council to state that earlier in the meeting traffic safety on Long He stated that he felt the lighting necessary Bulbs Road. Walnut Avenue, addressed the he concurred in the remarks made by Mr. Jerry Rokos concerning Beach Boulevard and Bullis Road. it extremely important to provide to improve traffic safety on Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, addressed the Council to emphasize that his only concern is that the lights and other measures are taken to improve traffic safety. Mr. Rokos also questioned the water rate increase and asked if a water rate study has been made and whether or not there should be an adjustment between flat rate and metered services. The City Manager informed him that a comparative survey has not been made. ADJOURN It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman McMillan, that the meeting be adjourned. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. i ~ ) Cit_"Cle k, Ci y of ynwood APPROVED SEPTEMBER 21, 1965 r Mayor of the City of Lynwood Discussion on Bulbs Road lighting