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ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING MARCH 18, 1966
The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in an adjourned
regular session in the City Hali, 11330 Bu11is Road, on
above date at 3:30 p.m.
Mayor Siokos in the chair.
Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith answered
the roll call.
March 23 Mayor Siokos informed the members of the City Council that
meeting with he and the City Manager would attend a meeting with the
Governor to Governor and Assemblymen Porter and W illson on March 23,
discuss 1966, concerning the proposed Century Freeway alignment.
Century He said they hope to meet with State Highway r epresentatives
freeway also.
After discussion of the conference in Sacramento and the
matters to be discussed, it was moved by Councilman Duncan,
seconded by Councilman McMillan, that the Mayor and City
Manager travel to Sacramento .for the purpose of meeting
with the Governor and other State officials concerning the
proposed Century freeway alignment. All members voting
aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried.
Discussion The Mayor announced that disposition of the surplus city
on sale of property on Wright Road would now be considered.
surplus
property The City Manager presented a report which stated that
since the regular meeting on March 15, the only proposal
submitted has been a lease-purchase plan submitted by
Mobilease Corp, based on a $90,000 sales price. The
report stated that Mr. Schoeneman of Mobilease Corp, has
stated that approval has been granted for Lease Plan
International to establish a sales office in conjunction
with Mobilease Corp. The report provided estimated tax
revenue which would accrue to the city as a result of
the location of these two corporations in the city.
(Estimated use tax of $38 - 42,000 per year.) The report
also analyzed the various methods of sale of the property
and the probable revenue to the city, and concluded with
the statement that the proposal of Mobilease Corp. for a
lease with option to purchase appears to be the best offer.
The City Manager also presented an offer received immediately
prior to the meeting in which the Elks Lodge cffers $90,000,
payable $50,000 cash, with the buyer to execute a first
trust deed and note for $40,000, payable $773.40 or more
per month at 6% per annum interest, all due in five years,
with the offer being subject to approval by the Grand
Lodge. '
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to submit a bid.
There was no response.
Mr. Dale Campbell, representing the Elks Lodge, stated he
wished to withhold any statement until he had heard the
Council's discussion.
In reply to queries of the Council, Mr. Campbell said that
the Elks will not have plans for a building until they have
acquired a site, but he did describe the standard lodge
as having a recreation room, dining area, dance floor,
lodge hall and bar, with the facilities customarily being
open only to the members and their guests. He also said
that the Grand Lodge has been alerted to the lodge's
intentions and it would take less than 30 days for confirmation.
Res. 66-2g RESOLUTION N0. 66-29 entitled: "A RESOLUTION PASSING UPON
Directing OBJECTIONS, AND DIRECTING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS TO
weeds on ABATE THE NUISANCE OF DRY AND DRYING WEEDS THAT EXIST ON
certain CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN "PHE CITY OF LYNWOOD." was
parcels of presented. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded
land to be by Councilman McMillan, that the resolution be adopted.
abated Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Res. 66-30 RESOLUTION N0. 66-30 entitled: "A RESOLUTION GF THE CITY
Opposing COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD OPPOSING CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
constitution TO LEGALIZE THE MANUFACTJRE ET CETERA OF MARIJUANA." was
amendment to presented. It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded
legalize by Councilman Smith, that the resolution be adopted.
marijuana Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMii.:lan, Siokos, Smith.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Ord. first An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE CF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
read to AMENDING SECTION 20.51. OF THE LYNWOCD CITY CODE AND REPEALING
place jewelrySECTION 20.105 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE `l0 PLACE JEWELRY
auctions on AUCTIONS ON SAME STATUS AS OTHER .AUCTIONS INSOFAR AS LICENSE
same status FEES ARE CONCERNED " was presented for first reading. It
as other was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Byork,
auctions that further reading be waived. All members voting aye,
the Mayor declared the motion carried.
It was explained that the purpose of the amendment is to
bring the fees fo.r auctions of jewelry businesses into
conformity with the fees for auctions of businesses of
other types.
Mr. Percy Herbert addressed the Council to explain that the
regulations governing the auction of jewelry were adopted
at a time when a jewelry company had come into the City
of Lynwood for a short time and then held an auction that
continued for an extended time and included merchandise
in addition to the inventory on hand at the time the
sale commenced. He recommended that restrictions be
eased for the businessman who has been in business in the
city for a considerable length of time and wishes to close
out his jewelry business.
The City Attorney explained that the subject ordinance
covered only auctioneer's fees and did not affect the
procedure for closing out sales except to remove the
specific restrictions affecting the jewelry business now
contained in Section 20.105 of the City Code.
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
McMillan, that the ordinance be accepted as read for the
first time and passed to the second reading.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, McMillan, Siokos, Smith.
Noes: Councilman Duncan.
Absent: None.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Letter from A letter from the American Field Service .in which they
A.F.S. re thanked the City Council for its help in making A.F.S.
A.F.S. Week Week a success.
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It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
McMillan, that the letter be ac~~epted and filed. All
members voting aye, the Ma.yo~~ declared the motion carried.
A letter was presented from Mr. & r~7rs, Roger Townsend
regarding appeal of a variance gr°anted f'~r use of Lots 982,
983, 984, Tract 3172 for public parking.
The City Attorney explained that the action taken by the
Planning Commission was under their adm~_nistrative powers of
Section 16.01 of Ordinance No. 570. This section provides
that the granting of certain. variant~es may become an
administrative function, responsibility and authority for
which is imposed upon the Planning Commission and the action
thereon by the Planning Commission is final and conclusive
provided the circumstances prevailing in connection with any
such variance conforms to cer~~a~n standards, The Attorney
quoted the subsection under which. such a variance was granted
as follows: "Section 16.0.1, subsection 4. Fermit off-street
automobile parking lots, public: parking areas or storage
garages in R zones on property adjacent to existing or
proposed multiple dwelling or commercial development."
The City Attorney stated that the variance was filed under
this section and there is no .right of appea.-i,
The application of Royal D~ Ba.rnes f°or a special permit to
conduct a second hand business at 11310 Alameda Street was
presented. The application was accompanied by the Police
Department investigative r°eport which indicated no reason
the permit should not be gr~anred. It was also noted that
this would be a permitted use in triar~ zone and tt7at a
certificate of occupancy has been issued by the Building
Department ,
Councilman McMillan objected to permitting businesses of
this type in the City, especially in view of the efforts
being made to beautify and upgrade the community, and asked
the City Attorney what could be done to eliminate such
businesses.
The City Attorney stated that the Supreme Court has said
a business cannot be opposed on esthetic grounds; however,
the Council has discretion to disapprove such an application
based on the background of the individual making the
application, but the Council cannot act arbitrarily or
discriminate.
Councilman McMillan asked how, in certain areas, architecture
has been controlled, and the Attorney replied he believed
that such esthetic restrictions are deed restrictions.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Smith, that the special permit be granted. All members
voting aye except Councilman McMillan who voted no, the
Mayor declared the motion carriedo
REPORTS AND REQUESTS
A request from Boy Scout Explorer Post 437 requesting
exemption from the license fee to conduct a .fireworks
stand at Norton Avenue and Century Boulevard was presented.
Letter from
Mr. & Mrs.
Roger
Townsend
appealing
variance
granted for
Lts. 982,98
984,Tr. 317
(Sears)
Royal D,
Barnes
granted
special
permit to
conduct
second hand
store 11310
Alameda
Explorer
Post 437
Fireworks
Norton &
Century
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Duncan, that the request be granted subject tc the regulations
governing the sale of fireworks within the City. All
members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried.
VFW granted A request from Lynw~~cd Veterans of Foreign Wars Post for
permit for a permit to conduct a f_ir°eworks stand a.t Brenton and
fireworks at Century Boulevard was presented. A second request from
Brenton & the Lynwood Veterans of roregn 'vlars Post. f'or permit to
Century and sell Buddy Poppies on May 27 and 28, iy66, was presented.
to sell Buddy
Poppies Tt was moved by Councilman Dun:a~., seconded by Councilman
May 27 & 28. McMillan, that the VFW request for a fireworks sales
permit and for a permit to sei__ Buddy Poppies be approved.
All members voting aye, the Mayo~~ declared the motion
carried.
Welfare A request from the Southeast Welfare Planning Council for
Planni~ig waiver of fee for use of Bateman Hal~.,~on May 20th for a
Council Mental Health Conferen~~e was presented.
waiver of
rental fee It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman
Bateman Hall McMillan, that the ~~equest; be granted. All members voting
aye, the Mayor declared the merlon carried.
The Manager reported tha; as requested at the last regular
meeting the traffic authority has investigated the need
for traffic control. at the intersection of Josephine Street
and Thorson Avenue anal Harris Avenue, and has recommended
that stop signs be pi.ared at: the no.r=th and south approaches
to Josephine on Thorson A~ye:~ue and that a four way stop
be installed at Josephine and Harris Avenue.
Res. 66-31 RESOLUTION N0. 66-31 ent~tied: "A :RESOLUT'ION OF THE CITY
Stop signs COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF' LYNWOOD AMENDING; P~ESOLUTION N0.
Josephine, 60-20, DESIGNATING CERT~A_IN ~NI'ERSECTIOP~TS AS STOP INTER-
Thorson & SECTIONS." was presented.. It -v~ras moped by Councilman
Harris, Byork, seconded by Cou.n"~iloran McMil]..ar:, that the
resolution be adop~~ed.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
New fee The Manager reported that a proposed fee schedule for the
schedule for use of the facilities at John D. Ham Park was presented
John Ham Parkto the Recreation Commission. The proposed fees are
facilities consistent with the established fees for other recreational
approved facilities with the added requirement that when private
groups use the ball diamond for an event where charges are
made, that a rental be charged f'or its use. The report
stated that the Recreation Commission has accepted the
proposed schedule and recommends its approval.
It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman
Byork, that the fee schedule for use of John D. Ham Park
be approved.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Water billingThe Manager presented a report on the b.id call for water
machine bid billing equipment in which he stated that only one bid
rejected was received and that was not a signed bid, although it
was accompanied by the .required bid bond. The bid also
did not meet the delivery requirements of the specifications.
The Manager recommended that the bid be rejected and that
pursuant to City Code Section 2.1.32, authorization be
given to purchase the equipment on a open market as it is
anticipated that the machine carp be acquired by negotiation
with Burroughs Company, the only firm submi'~ting a bid.
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It was moved by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman
Duncan, that the Council concur in the recommendations of
the City Manager contingent upon the price of the equipment
being the same or lower than the bid submitted.
x~toll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, McMillan, Siokos, Smith.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
'~~ The Manager presented a comprehensive report on the recent
trip he made to Sacramento in company with the Mayor.
Among those the Manager and Mayor met with concerning the
Century Freeway were Assemblymen Porter, Petris, Shoemaker,
Willson, Dymally and Allen. The proposed planning of
rapid transit in conjunction with freeways was discussed.
A meeting was also held with Governor Brown concerning
general and specific aspects of freeway routing. In a
meeting with Mr. George Hill, Chief of Planning of the
Highway Deparment, he indicated he could not state which
of the three proposed routes through Lynwood are the most
acceptable to the Highway Department. He indicated that
staff hearings will probably take place iri May to be followed
by Highway Division hearings. Mr. Hill stated it is being
recommended that the Century Freeway be a part of the
interstate system, thus qualifying for Federal aid.
The money allocated to San Francisco is being petitioned
for allocation to Southern California although acquisition
of these funds was felt to be remote. Mr. Hill believes
that Lynwood should stress the affect of the various
freeway routes on the school district, destruction of the
community, and the Council's attempts '~o upgrade the
community. The report said that Mr< Hill was asked
about the disposition of the structures that were purchased
by the State and he indicated that the State attempts to
purchase only those buildings in the right of way where
a hardship is evident and that ~5% of any rental income
is returned to the various taxing agencies in lieu of
property tax. Mr. Hill felt that the northerly route
should be promoted by the City of Lynwood to stimulate
progressive growth of the community and to deter the
frustration of property owners, the City should push for
early adoption of the route.
Report on
Century
freeway
meeting in
Sacramento
The feasibility of a law requiring removal. of buildings at
the time land is acquired for freeway purposes was discussed
Frith Assemblyman Porter. Assemblyman Porter felt the existing
laws on the subject should be studied and that if none are
sufficiently specific, that a letter be drafted outlining
the City's proposal for possible adoption by the legislature
in the following year.
The Manager's report concluded with the observation that the
trip was well worth the time and money spent., not only because
they were able to make the State officials aware of Lynwood's
problems concerning the Century Freeway, but because many
individuals were met who could provide assistance in this and
other problems of the City in the future.
The Mayor added that he thought it was goad for Lynwood's
officials to remain extremely active with the State officials
so that when a problem unique to the City of Lynwood arises
Lynwood's officials can go directly to the State officials.
The Manager reported that on March 15th the Council authorized Time limit
extension of delivery time for the E.1 gin Street Sweeper report on
being purchased from A. M. Donahex° & Son, Inc., the final Sweeper bi
~~
Time limit date for delivery being April 5th Although th.e City
report on was informed that the equipment had been shipped two
street weeks ago, it has not been received a:~d it was the
sweeper bid Manager's recommendation that the City Council inform
the Company that the City intends to insist on strict
compliance with the specif cation~ within ten days
from this date at which time the bid bond will be
forfeited and the City order t;he 6Jayne Sweeper which
is available for immediate deiiaer~y~ A telegram from
Donaher & San, Inc, received shortly before the meeting
indicates delivery will be made by Friday.
It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman
McMillan, that the A. M. Donaher & Son, Ince be given
notice that delivery must be within ten days or their
bond forfeited. All. members voting aye, the Mayor
declared the motion carried
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Duncan Councilman Duncan stated t'r~at he has noticed recently
comments on a great lack of safety precautions being taken by both
lack of children and adults particularly as to ~}ay walking and
safety he would appreciate it ve~~y much if the school officials
precautions and newspapers wo~;~~Id agar Warr: the peop_l.e to use more
care and to stress to=affi,; safety.
McMillan asksCouncilman McMil:lar~ a~~ked than sozrle positive action be
for signal taken to provide a traffic signal at. Cedar and Bullis
at Cedar & Road in order to contr;;l .foo'. tra'f°i~, and provs.de proper
Bullis Rd. vehicular traffic flow.
McMillan Councilman McMillan stlated ;ghat he Aas received several
asks that an complaints about the keeping of bees within the City
ord. be and felt there should be an ,.-~dinance to prevent this.
preparaed to
prohibit It was moved by Coun,~~~.:Lman I~~~yMi.llan, seconded by Councilman
bee keeping Duncan, that the City A~torney prepare an ordinance that
in the city. would prohibit the keeping of bees within the City.
All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion
carried.
McMillan Councilman McMillan alo :~.amrnented that he is very pleased
comments on with the beautifit^ation cf the Fernwood right of way with
Fernwood the exception of ,I-~e east:erly portion where there appears
beautifica- to be a great many weeds.
Lion
Councilman McMillan stated that he has again observed that
McMillan saysthe trash bins located behind one of the medical buildings
medical still are not being kept locked. The City Manager stated
trash bins that they have been notified repeatedly to keep the bins
still are notlocked. The City Attorney stated that according to his
locked information, a corporation owns the building and the
officials of the corporation have notified the tenants and
provided them with keys in order that the bins may be kept
locked.
Mayor Siokos suggested that perhaps a slot could be
provided in the top of the bin to allow waste material
to be placed in the bin without unlocking it, thus
helping to keep the bins locked.
Byork reportsCouncilman Byork stated that he rsecently became curious
on use of as to how many people use the recreational facilities
recreation provided by the City. He also said he was pleased to
facilities report they are all used heavily and quoted figures
provided by the Recreation Department which indicate
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than 470,000 people made use of the various facilities in
the past fiscal year.
Councilman Smith inquired about the status of the landscaping
of the freeway and also commended the traffic authority for
the stop signs at Harris and Elm Streets.
Mayor Siokos commended Mr. Lazzaretto and Mro Snavely for
the fine dedication ceremony they planned for the recent
dedication of John D. Ham Park.
Mr. Fred Burland, 3605 Platt Avenue, addressed the Council
to inform them that he and his neighbors have been informed
that two houses are being moved onto a lot on Platt Avenue
where there is an existing dwelling making a total of three
houses on one lot in an R-2 zone.
Mr. Burland was informed that in an R-2 zone one dwelling
can be placed on each 3,000 square feet of area and on
the lot in question which is 75 feet by 160 feet or'a'total
of 12,000 square feet, it wou.ia be possible to place
four dwellings on that lot.
The Mayor declared a five minute recess. Following the
recess, the meeting was called to order.
Mr. Charlie Cowles, 3366 Century Boulevard, addressed the Charlie
Council concerning the hazardous Uondition at the cross Cowles
walk at Century Boulevard and Mariposa Lane. He stated requests
that he had a petition bearing °317 names requesting that action be
some action be taken to alleviate the hazard at that taken to
crossing. alleviate
hazard at
The Mayor informed Mr. Cowles that a study would be made Century &
of the traffic condition at that location. Mariposa
Lane
Mr. Jack Ballard, 3191 Sanborn Avenue, addressed the Council
to complain about noise and traff°ic congestion resulting
from the operations of the Instant Whip Company, He was
informed that these conditions would be investigated.
Mr. Roger Townsend, 3567 Orchard Avenue, addressed the Roger
Council to inform them that the hearing on the variance Townsend
granted for public parking on Lots 982, 983, 984, Tr. 3172, speaks
the Chairman had informed those present that the Planning against
Commission decision was appealable and it would appear Sears parkin
that the Chairman was under the impression that the variance
Commission was acting under the provisions of Section
16.02 of Ordinance No. 570.
Mr. K. F. Thompson, 2652 E. 108th Street, addressed the
Council to ask that the matter of non-conforming
conditions of businesses on the easterly roadway of
Alameda Street be called to the attention of the recently
appointed committee studying industrial development in
the City. He also commented on a trailer being parked
on a 112th Street for the past three months and asked
that the general area be cleaned up. He also asked that
action be taken to eliminate the emptying of industrial
waste water onto the streets in that area.
Mrs. Roger Townsend, 3567 Orchard Avenue, addressed the
Council concerning the variance granted for public parking
on Lots 982, g83, g84, Tract 3172, and asked if something
could not be done to either requix'e a higher fence or
that the parking lot be Landscaped.
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It was suggested that perhaps planting could be done
behind the wall and Mr, Vern Stone, the optionee-buyer
said he would make such a recommendation.
Bob Compton Mr. Robert Compton addressed the Council concerning a
discusses letter in regard to the recent leasing of surplus city
Mobilease property which he had sent to the City Manager, and asked
lease agree- if the letter would be read into the minutes.
ment for
surplus city The Mayor informed him that the letter was not put on the
property agenda as it had been directed to the City Manager, and was
received after the Council 'nod taken action on the leasing
of the property in question.
Judge Frazer Mayor Siokos presented a letter from John Stuart Frazer
Superior Ct. Judge of the Superior Court in which Judge Frazer commended
commends Lynwood Police Officer H. F. Grant i"or his alertness,
Officer H. bravery and good judgment in the handling of the recent
F. Grant for apprehension of three c~~iminals subsequently convicted of
apprehension murder in Judge Frazer's court on March 23. Mayor Siokos
of three stated he believed it would be applopr°i ate to give Officer
criminals Grant official recognitl.on.
It was moved by Coun~~ilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Byork, that the meeting be adjourned. A11 members voting
aye, the Mayor declared the motion carriede
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