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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1966-05-03 - CC_` 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. ~~ N "~ -.•, 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. ..,,~ 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 ~` 5 Ei c~ 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. ~p~ 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. N 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. ~. y 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' ~ ~ ~ ~ ,City lerk, City o Lynwood ayo/ of the City of Lynwood hew