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REGULAR MEETING MAY 3, 1966
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 Smith in the chair.
Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, and Stevens
answered the roll call.
The Mayor presented two proclamations, the first proclaiming
May 7, 1966, as "Fire Service Day" and the second designating
the month of May 1966 as "Clean-Up, Paint-Up, Fix-Up Month."
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that the minutes of the regular meeting of April 19,
1966, be approved as written. All members voting aye, the
Mayor declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION N0. 66-38 entitled:
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING
was presented. It was moved b;
by Councilman Byork, that said
Roll Call:
"RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Res. 66-38
ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE Demands
WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFORE."
y Councilman Siokos, seconded
resolution be adopted.
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE N0. 797 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF Ord. 797
LYNWOOD AMENDING SECTION 4.7 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE TO Prohibiting
ADD "BEES" TO THE ANIMALS WHICH ARE FORBIDDEN WITHIN THE bee keeping
r.-. CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD." was presented for in City
second reading. It was moved by Councilman Siokos,
seconded by Councilman Byork, that further reading be
waived. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Mrs. Kummerfeld, 3350 Agnes, expressed concern about
pollenization if no bees are permitted. She was assured
this ordinance did not, of course, affect the swarming of
bees in their natural state, but did prohibit bee keeping
either commercially or as a hobby.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Siokos, that Ordinance No. 797 be adopted as read for the
second time, finally passed and be published as required
by law.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
ORDINANCE N0. 798 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY Ord. 798
OF LYNWOOD ADDING A NEW SECTION TO THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE Providing
NUMBERED SECTION 20.16-A ENTITLED: "INTOXICATING LIQUOR - appl. fee 8
SALE OF - APPLICATION, INVESTIGATION." was presented for investigate
second reading. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, for liquor
seconded by Councilman Byork, that further reading be establishmE
waived. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the
motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman
Byork, that said ordinance be adopted as read for the
second time, finally passed and be published as required
by law.
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Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Ord. 799 ORDINANCE N0. 799 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE
Zone change NO. 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN
Lt. 15, Tr. PROPERTIES AND THE ADOPTION OF AN AMENDED SECTION OF THE
4936 ZONING MAP WHICH IS A PART OF SAID ORDINANCE N0. 570."
(Haagen) was presented for second reading (Lot 15, Tract 4936,
south side of Minnesota between Long Beach Boulevard and
State Street). It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded
by Councilman Stevens, that further reading be waived.
All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion
carried.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that the ordinance be adopted as read for the
second time, finally passed and be published as required
by law.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Ord. First An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
read to AMENDING THE TITLE TO CHAPTER 19 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE
provide for TO INCLUDE "PAWNBROKERS" THEREIN, TO AMEND SECTION 19.1
Pawnbrokers TO ADD THE DEFINITION OF "PAWNBROKER" AND TO REDEFINE
CERTAIN OTHER TERMS, TO AMEND SECTION 19.4 OF THE LYNWOOD
CITY CODE TO REQUIRE PAWNBROKERS, JUNK DEALERS AND SECOND-
HAND DEALERS TO RECORD AND REPORT TO THE CHIEF OF POLICE
ON FORMS FURNISHED BY HIM ALL GOODS OR THINGS RECEIVED
ON DEPOSIT, CONSIGNED, PLEDGED OR PURCHASED; AMENDING SECTION
:19.5 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH RULES AND
REGULATIONS GOVERNING JUNK DEALERS AND PAWNBROKERS; AMENDING
SECTION 19.7 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE TO PROVIDE FOR
COMPLIANCE AND PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS AMENDING
SECTION 19.9 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE REGULATING HOURS OF
BUSINESS; AMENDING SECTION 20.112 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE
TG LICENSE ALL LICENSEES ENGAGING IN JUNK BUSINESS AS JUNK
DEALERS AND REPEALING THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS OF THE LYNWOOD
CITY CODE: SECTIONS 1g.2, 1g.8, 19.12,.19.13, 18.14, 19.15,
19.16, 19.17, 18.18, 19.19, 19.20, 18.21, 19.22, 19.23,
18.24, 19.25, 18.26, 18.27; ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 19
CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 19.28 THRU 18.37." was presented
for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Siokos,
seconded by Councilman Byork, that further reading be waived.
All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion
carried.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Stevens that the ordinance be accepted as read for the
first time and passed to the second reading.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
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Res. 66-39 The Clerk reported that the California Health and Safety
appointing Code provides that the presiding officer of the City is a
alternate to member of the Board of Directors of the Sanitation District
Sanitation in which the City is located; however, it is necessary that
District the Council appoint one of its members other than the Mayor
No. 1 as an alternate director.
RESOLUTION N0. 66-39 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
GF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPOINTING AN ALTERNATE DIRECTOR
TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT N0. l."
was presented (Councilman Byork, Alternate Director).
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that the resolution be adopted.
Ro11 Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 66-40 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING A
MEMBER OF SAID COUNCIL OF SAID CITY TO THE CITY SELECTION
COMMITTEE PURSUANT TO PART 3 OF DIVISION 10 OF THE PUBLIC
UTILITIES CODE." was presented. (Councilman Stevens
appointed as member). It was ~toVed by Councilman Byork,
seconded by Councilman Siokos, that the resolution be
adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A letter from Edward Fuhrman, Jr. submitting his resignation
as a member of the Parking Commission was presented. It was
moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Duncan,
that the ]_etter be accepted anal filed and that the Council's
appreciation be expressed to Mr. Fuhrman for his fine service
to the community. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared
the motion carried.
~„ A letter from the owner and residents of the apartment
building located at 12202 Atlantic Avenue was presented in
which they complain of disturbances resulting from the
operation of a cafe at 12129 Atlantic Avenue. It was moved
by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Byork, that
the letter be accepted and filed and the complaint be
referred to the Police Department for investigation. All
members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried.
REPORTS AND REQUESTS
An application for special permit filed by the Glennon
Club, 3889 Imperial Highway, was presented in which they
request exemption from the license fees to conduct a fire-
works stand at 2971 Imperial Highway and 3889 Imperial
Highway. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by
Councilman Byork, that the permit be granted subject to
compliance with the regulations governing the sale of
fireworks within the City. All members voting aye, the
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Res. 66-40
Appointing
member to
City Selec-
tion Com.
Ed Fuhrman
resigns fro
Parking
Commission
Residents o
12202 Atlnt
complain of
disturbance
12128 Atlnt
Glennon Club
Fireworks at
2971 & 3889
Imp. Hwy.
Applications for dance permits were presented as follows: Requests for
Joseph Manual, 12307 Long Beach Boulevard, Leonard Bramwell, dance permit
12006 So. Atlantic Avenue, Robert P. & Marie W. Menage, held over
11900 Long Beach Boulevard. The applications were accompanied
by a report from the Police Chief stating the applications
should be denied as the locations are not in the proper zones.
The City Manager reported that in the new dance ordinance
(No. 794) a tavern dance is defined as including beer bars,
taverns, cocktail lounges, cafes, restaurants, etc. all of
which are permitted in zone C-2. In the zoning ordinance
(No. 570) the only reference to dancing is to public dance
halls in zone C-3. Therefore, prior to granting any dance
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Requests for permits it will be necessary for the Council to determine
dance permit in what commercial zone dancing is to be permitted, The
held over Manager stated that the dance ordinance provides for
very close control of activities in taverns where dancing
is permitted, but the question remains whether or not the
Council wishes to permit this use in a C-2 zone.
Mr. Joseph Manual addressed the Council to say that under
the new ordinance nothing was specified concerning zoning;
that he has spent a considerable amount of money in
remodelling his building to comply with the requirements of
the dance ordinance.
The Mayor stated that the omission of zoning requirements
for dancing establishments was an oversight but he thought
the intent was to permit such establishments in a C-2
zone.
The Manager suggested that C-2 zoning be a permitted zone
and allow the restrictions to be set by the City Council
and the Police Department.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the matter
be tabled ~.antil the next meeting to allow further study
of zoning requirements in relation to establishments
in which dancing is permitted. All members voting aye,
the Mayor declared the motion carried.
Mrs„ Marie Menage, 11900 Long Beach Boulevard, addressed
the Council concerning her application for a dance permit.
She said she had been assured by all the City representatives
that everything was in order and that she has gone to
consider°able expense to comply with requirements of the
dance ordinance.
Boy Scouts A request from Boy Scout Troop No. 60 was presented in
#60 fire-- which they ask permission to conduct a fireworks stand at
works stand 11716 Long Beach Boulevard. It was moved by Councilman
at 11716 Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, and unanimously
L.B. Blvd. carried that permission be granted subject to compliance
with the regulations governing the sale of fireworks
within the City.
D.A.V. A request from Disabled American Veterans Chapter #86 was
request for presented for exemption from the business license fees to
fireworks conduct a fireworks stand at 11300 Bullis Road. The Clerk
stand at informed the Council that permission to operate at this
11300 Bullis location was granted to the Lynwood Swim Club on March
tabled to 15, 1966, and that a representative of that organization
next meeting has stated that they are in possession of written
permission to use the property.
Mr. John Kanka, representing the Disabled American Veterans,
addressed the Council to state that his organization has
received permission from the owners of the property to
operate at that location.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos that the owners of the
property be contacted to determine which organization
has permission to use the property, the motion was not
seconded.
Councilman Duncan suggested that inasmuch as the City is
not concerned with who has permission to use the property
and the request is for an exemption from the license, that
the request be approved and the parties involved settle
the controversy over the location.
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After discussion of the matter, the City Attorney stated
that the City should not become involved in the controversy
and the organizations should decide which has permission.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that the request be tabled until the next regular
meeting.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan.
Absent: None.
The City Clerk informed the Council that since the reorganiza- Councilmen
tion of the Council it would be in order to appoint a member Duncan &
and alternate member to the Leaggue of California Cities Stevens
Board of Directors for the Lod Ari~eles County Division. League of
Mayor Smith appcinted Councilman uncan to serve as Director Cal. Citie~
and Councilman Stevens to serve as alternate director. Directors
The Manager presented a report on a request that parking be Report on
restricted to one side of the street on Redwood Avenue parking
between State Street and Bellinger. The traffic survey restricteo:
indicated there is adequate storage and driveways with no on Redwood
daytime on-street parking problems. The postcard survey Ave.
indicated that eight property owners desired parking
restrictions and four preferred that parking be allowed
on both sides of the street. It was the Manager's
recommendation that a resolution be adopted prohibiting
parking on the north side of the street at all times.
RESOLUTION N0. 66-41 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE-CITY Res. 66-41
COUNCIL OF THE CITY 4F LYNWOOD SUPPLEMENTING RESOLUTION Restricting
N0. 60-20 DESIGNATING A CERTAIN STREET WHEREIN PARKING IS parking to
PROHIBITED ON ONE SIDE AT ALL TIMES." was presented. It one side on
was moved by Councilman Stevens seconded by Councilman Redwood Ave..
Byork, that said resolution be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent : None.
The Manager reported that all construction and development Acceptance
work has been completed on John D. Ham Park in accordance of construc
with plans and specifications and to the satisfaction of tivn John
the building department and the architect. The Manager Ham Park
recommended the Council formally accept the park and approved
authorize final payment at the next regular Council
meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that the Council concur in the recommendations of
the City Manager.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
The Manager presented a report on the Elgin Street Sweeper Report on
~--• recently delivered by A. M. Donaher & Son, Inc. The report return of
contained details of the numerous ways in which the sweeper Elgin Stree
fails to comply with the specifications. As a result of the Sweeper &
discrepancies, the City Manager 'recommended that the City recommenda-
Council refuse to accept the equipment and order that the tion to
sweeper be returned to A. M. Donaher and Son, Inc. He purchase
also recommended that the Council accept the second low Wayne Stree
bid from Dearth Machinery Co. for one Wayne Sweeper Sweeper
Model 2-980-~ for a total price of $13,360 including tax.
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The Manager' explained further that the City Council has
been very fair in granting A. M. Donaher & Son, Inc.
extensions of time on delivery. He also said he has
discussed with the City Attorney the possibility of
forfeiture of the performance bond which would make the
difference in the net cost of the two machines less
than $500.
It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman
Byork, that the City attempt to mutually rescind the
agreement for the purchase of the Elgin Sweeper and return
the sweeper,
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Stevens.
Noes: Councilmen Smith, Siokos.
Absen+: None.
Recommenda- The Manager reported on the availability of two parcels of
Lion for land located on Plaza Street. The parcels total 5,000 square
purchase of feet and they are offered for sale for a total of $25,500.
additional The report stated that a need for all day, unrestricted
off-street parking exists in the area, and the acquisition of these two
parking lets would allow review of the total parking requirements
between of the area with the objective of expanding all day,
Mulford & unbaestr~_ctive use. The Manager recommended that he be
Sanborn on authorized to negotiate for the land with a ceiling price
Plaza St. of $24,000.
It was m-Dyed by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman
Siokos, that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate
for the p~.~rchase of lots 333, and 334, Tract 2551, at a
ceiling p:r'ice of $24,000.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. ,...,,
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Report on The City Manager reported in detail on the condition of
sand pumping water well No. 4 located at Alameda and 111th Street from
Water Well which water production had decreased drastically. Remedial
No. 4 actions taken resulted in several days of sand pumping
which caused great discomfort to the residents in the
area but has resulted in the development of an excellent
water well.
Report on The Manager presented a report on the complaint concerning
Lil Annie the signs at Lil Annie Fannies, 5162 Imperial Highway,
Fannie's in that the Police Chief has inspected the establishment
and has requested that the Health Department determine
whether or not any health violation exists. He has also
contacted the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and
photographs of the pictures used in the advertising signs
have been submitted to the legal department of the
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board for a ruling as to whether
or not they can be classified as offensive. To date no
report has been made by either agencies.
The Mayor asked the Manager to investigate whether or not
certain of the advertising signs comply with the Building
Code requirements.
Street name The Manager reported that he has contacted Mr. Bill Cornett,
signs - Chief Administrative Officer of the City of South Gate,
Abbott Rd. concerning z°eplacement of the street signs on the north
side of Abbott Road. The City of South Gate will replace
fifteen of° t;he twenty-eight signs needed; Lynwood will
provide thirteen signs, and installation should be
completed within the next week.
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Councilman Byork suggested that a letter be sent complimenting
the City of South Gate for their cooperation in this project.
The Manager reported that a legal opinion has been received
r:oncerning a new section of the Streets and Highways Code
which provides that the Planning Commission and legislative
Body of a city or county shall conduct a public hearing
prior to recommending the adoption of a State highway
route. Sufficient uncertainty.. exists concerning this
addition to the law that the State Division of Contracts
and Rigrts of Way is now of the opinion the hearing
should be advised whenever a Local Agency or Planning
Commission intends to make a recommendation either for a
State highway location by the California Highway Commission
or a route adopted by the State Legislature. It was
originally thought that this section applied only if the
City wished to recommend a freeway to be included or
adopted by the State Legislature, but it now appears that
the City should hold a public hearing before both the
Planning Commission and Council if it wishes to go on
record as supporting a specific route recommended to the
Highway Commission,
The Manager suggested that the Council consider directing
the Planning Commission to commence the hearing process
at its next regular meeting on May 10, as the City should
not be in the position of not having an opportunity to
hold hearings prior to the time the State Highway Commission
takes their• action,
Councilman Siokos commented that the Council has indicated
they do not the want the City bisected and are in favor of
a freeway route along the City's boundaries. And he
thought the Planning Commission should be advised of the
Council's attitude toward the freeway location.
The P/Ianager reported that at the staff hearings held on
April 27th the group planning section of the State
Highway Department presented evaluations of the proposed
Century Freeway route. It was pointed out that the
northerly route has the highest user benefits and the
highest construction and right of way acquisition cost;
that Josephine Street route has the lowest cost and lowest
user benefit ratio. At the hearing the City of Downey
proposed that a new study band be analyzed which would
move southerly from the present terminus at Central
Avenue, along the south boundary of Lynwood. In order
to assure that a study will be made of this new proposal
it is necessary that the City Council adopt a resolution
requesting that a complete economic analysis be made
by the State to be presented along with the data already
gathered on the presently proposed routes.
RESOLUTION N0. 66-42 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REQUESTING THAT THE ROUTE
PLANNING STAFF OF THE STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT MAKE A
COMPLETE EVALUATION OF A PROPOSED CENTURY FREEWAY ROUTE
FOLLOWING GENERALLY THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY
OF LYNWOOD." was presented. It was moved by Councilman
Siokos,. seconded by Councilman Byork, that said resolution
be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Report on
staff hear-
ings for
Century
Freeway
Res. 66-42
proposing
new study
band for
Century Fre
way thru
Lynwood
The City Council adjourned to an executive session for
the p?zrpose of discussing certain personnel appointments.
Following the executive session, the meeting was called
to order.
Walter McNealThe Mayor announced that nominations were now in order
& Jack to fill the vacancy on the Parking Place Commission
Weaver resulting from Mr. Fuhrman's resignation and the
appointed to expiration of the term of Mr. Walter McNeal. Councilman
Parking Dunoan nominated Walter McNeal for reappointment and
Place Councilman Siokos nominated Mr. Jack Weaver.
Commission
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Duncan, that nominations be closed and that Mr. Walter
McNeal be reappointed to the Parking Place Commission for
a term of three years and that Mr. Jack Weaver be appointed
to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Edward Fuhrman. All
members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried.
Merl Felker The Mayor announced that nominations were in order to
& George fill the vacancies on the Personnel Board resulting from
Hughes the expiration of the terms of Mr. Merl Felker and Mr.
reappointed George Hughes, Councilman Stevens nominated Mr. George
to Personnel Hughes. Councilman Byork nominated Mr. Merl Felker.
Board
There being no further nominations, it was moved by
Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Duncan that
nominations be closed and Mr. Felker and Mr. Hughes be
reappointed to the Personnel Board for terms of four
years commencing May 15, 1966. All members voting aye,
the Mayor declared the motion carried..
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Councilman Duncan said he wished to congratulate the
Chamber of Commerce on their new project of welcoming
each new business which comes into the City.
Councilman Stevens presented a letter he has received from
Matilda Grilla who wishes to sponsor a teenage dance at
the Veter~aris of Foreign Wars Hall. It was moved by
Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Duncan, that the
request be investigated. All members voting aye, the
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Councilman Byork said he wished to commend the Street
Department for the excellent job done recently in resurfacing
Fernwood Avenue.
Councilman Siokos said he wished to remind everyone present
that petitions concerning the proposed Century Freeway
routing can be obtained from the Chamber of Commerce,
Coordinating Council, and City Clerk's Office.
Mayor Smith appointed Councilman Siokos as Chairman of the
Ad Hoc Committee on Commercial Development.
Mr. Joe McMillan, 3905 Palm Avenue, addressed the Council
not to delay action on the proposed redevelopment of the
shopping area of the City of Lynwood.
ADJOURN
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Stevens,
that the meeting be adjourned. All members vo; ing aye, the
Mayon declared the ,.motion carried. 4r'
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