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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1966-08-16 - CC~~_~ REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 16, 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, Stevens answered the roll call. It was moved by Councilman Byork,~seconded by Councilman Siokos, that the minutes of the meeting of August 2, 1866, be approved as written. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION N0. 66-77 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Res. 66-77 COUNCIL OF THE CITY pF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE Demands DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFORE." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Siokos, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. PUBLIC HEARINGS wd~.~. The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being the time Appeal fixed for hearing on the appeal of the Planning Commission Hearing - decision in recommending approval of the request of Arthur Beach Marke M. & Viva Beach for variance to permit a conforming use in a variance C-2 zone to be extended into an adjoining R-2 zone on Lots 17, 21 and 22, Tract 7099, the Manager informed the Council that the appeal was filed on behalf of St. Philip Neri Church. Reverend Eyraud protested the variance because construction. of the store could affect the aesthetic quality of a proposed new sanctuary adjacent to the proposed market. The Manager stated that in discussing the matter with Father McLeod of St. Philip Neri Church, it was stated that the major objections could be overcome if it was required that ail refuse: and trash storage areas be completely enclosed, that decorative planting be placed east of the block wall immediately south of the main market building and if possible, that a decorative block wall be used for all walls surrounding the property.. Mr. Arthur M. Beach, 10777 Winnetka Street, Chatsworth, was present and displayed a proposed new plot plan which would relocate the market building and loading dock areas. Father McLeod was present and after reviewing the revised plan agreed that the objectionable features had been removed. The Manager recommended that inasmuch as there has been a general revision of the plot plan approved by the Planning Commission that the matter be referred to the Planning Commission for their consideration. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the revised plot plan presented by Mr. Beach be returned to the Planning Comrni.ssion for their consideration. The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being the time fixed for hearing on the request of the Chief of Police r' ~~ h~ Hearing - for revocation of the special permit of Diana Adams to revocation conduct the business of palmistry, the City Clerk read of special a request filed by Gladys Towles Root, Attorney represent- permit ing Mrs. Adams, for a continuance of the hearing until Diana Adams September 6, 1866. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the hearing on the above matter be continued to September 6, 1966, at 7:30 p.m. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ord. 804 ORDINANCE N0. 804 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF Approving LYNWOOD APPROVING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LYNWOOD Olanda St. OF CERTAIN INHABITED TERRZ~'CJf~Y DESIGNATED AS "OLANDA Annex #1 STREET ANNEXATION N0. 1" WHICH IS CONTIGUOUS TO THE CITY OF LYNWOOD." was presented for second reading. 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 Duncan, that said 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. 805 ORDINANCE N0. 805 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING Setting zone ORDINANCE N0. 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION OF Atlantic CERTAIN PROPERTIES AND THE ADOPTION OF AN AMENDED SECTION Annex #7-A OF THE ZONING MAP WHICH TS A PART OF SAID ORDINANCE N0. 570." was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Siokos, 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 said 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. Res. 6b-78 RESOLUTION N0. 66-78 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE Establishing INCORPORATED CITY OF LYNWOOD ESTABLISHING TAX DISTRICT Tax rate NUMBER 1 OF SAID CITY, FIXING THE RATES OF TAXES, AND for fiscal LEVYING TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1966, yr. 66-67 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1967." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Siokos, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Letters Letters were presented from the following persons protesting protesting the rehearing by the Planning Commission on the proposed Pelton re- change of zone of the property located on the south side hearing of .Imperial Highway between Hulme and .Atlantic Avenue ...r N:1 ,. .,. „~,,.. .9V~""..... '. v.+.. ~.....: .., Y..+n rol.... ... ti.. w.. .... ;_..•Y. .4 ... ~. ~il..~ ~~. ~ • ...r..r .. ~..... ....• ~•.... ... .~..~d..i. ~,., .. .. ... ~.... (former Seventh Day Adventist Property): a. Mrs. V. G. Garland, 3926 Shirley Avenue b. Mrs. Elmer Kott, 3952 Shirley Avenue c. Mrs. J. D. Rickard, 3942 Shirley Avenue d. Mrs. C. B, Kethley, 11035 Hulme Avenue It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman ~,,,, Siokos, that the letters be accepted and filed. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. REPORTS AND REQUESTS A request from Tridents Corp. to discuss Tridents Dance-0- Tridents Co Rama at Bateman Hall on August 20, 1966, was presented. Mr. Dance-O-Ram Otis Marlow, 3600 Smith Street] $ell, addressed the Council August 20 to explain the groups proposed dance which is an annual affair. He explained that because of the great expense involved in entertainment, advertising, etc. a carnival has also been planned and explained the games t-hey proposed to have. After discussion Mayor Smith pointed out that the Recreation Department rules permit such activity only in the Community Center Building and therefore, permission could not be granted for the use of Bateman Hall for carnival purposes. The Manager presented a report on the restoration of the Art House in which he stated he has met with the president and directors of the Allied Art Association to determine the extent of participation in restoring the Art House. The group has indicated that they will be able to provide the following: ,.-., 1. Electrical work-labor free, material at cost; 2. That they will sell ten paintings with the proceeds to be donated to the project; 3. They will donate drapes, stove and refrigerator. Depending on the money received for the paintings, the total estimated cost should be reduced by $1500-$2000. The association also indicated that the .first floor area would be sufficient for their needs. The report indicated that because of the competitive bidding and donations by the Art Association, the total cost of remodeling the first floor only should range from $8000 to $10,000. Councilman Stevens asked if the .Art Association has made other contacts for financial assistance. Mrs. Marie Bidwell, 3712 Palm Avenue, addressed the Council to state that Mrs. Bristol, who is away on vacation, has sent out letters concerning assistance but she is not aware of the response received. *-' The City Manager stated that in meeting with the art group ~ they were not only sincere in their willingness to help, but sincere in their attitude toward retaining the present building as an historical building for the City. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Art House be retained. Report on restoration of Art Hous Mrs. Paula Spunt addressed the Council to inquire the purpose of ~~~ Report on restoration of Art House the Art House and how many people benefit from it. The purpose and use of the building was explained to her. Bernice Crowder, 905 N. Van Ness Street, Compton, addressed the Council in favor of retaining the Art House and explained that the facility presently being used in Ham Park is not suitable for the Art group purposes. Mayor Smith said he did not feel that the expenditure necessary could be justified for repairing a building used exclusively by a particular group. Mr. Allen Witter, 3911 Virginia, spoke of the expense of maintaining a swimming pool, basketball court, and similar facilities for use of those interested in the respective activities, Mrs. Norman, 3601 Magnolia, addressed the Council to state that other groups are welcome to use the facility and stated that in the past a drama group and a camera group also used the building. Mr. Bill Fisher, 3925 Palm Avenue, stated his belief that there is a need in the City for this type of cultural activity. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Stevens. Noes: Councilman Smith. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Counciman Stevens, that estimates be requested from three contractors for the repair of the lower floor and exterior of the building, taking into consideration the labor and material which has been offered by the Art Association. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Bid Call The Manager recalled that funds had been allocated in the Self-Pro- capital budget for purchase of a new mobile self-propelled gelled hydraulic hammer for the Street Department at an estimated Hydraulic cost of $10,100 less trade-in, and recommended that the. hammer Council authorize a call for bids to be received no later 9-12-66 than 10:00 a.m. on September 12, 1966, as per specifications. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Siokos, that the .Council concur in the .recommendations of the City Manager and authorize a call for bids for the purchase of a self-propelled hydraulic hammer. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Report on The Manager presented a report on the proposed ordinance proposed establishing a Central Business Zone which has been approved CB-1 Zone by the Planning Commission. He stated that the City Attorney Ord. is now rewriting the ordinance in final form and suggested that. the Council review the provisions of the draft for possible amendments or additions at the next regular meeting. Recommenda- The Manager presented the recommendations of the Parking tion of Place Commission with reference to parking limitations on limitations City-owned parking lots and said that the Commission has on city- approved a plot plan of the parking area located between owned park- Sanborn and Mulford on Plaza Street. A copy of the plot ing lots plan was presented for the Council's study. The manager recommended that the Council approve the recommendation of the Parking Place Commission by adoption of an appropriate resolution. '~ N '~ k••. ~~~~ RESOLUTION N0. 66-79 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Res. 66-79 OF LYNWOOD AMENDING RESOLUTION N0. 60-20 TO PERMIT ALL Amending DAY PARKING ON CERTAIN MUNICIPAL PARKING LOTS." was Res. 60-20 presented. It was moved by Councilman Duncan, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Duncan, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None, The City Manager introduced to the Council Mr. William Green- awalt recently appointed to manage the local Edison Company Office. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Stevens asked the local press representatives to make note in their respective publications of Council meeting dates for the benefit of any citizens who might care to attend the meetings. Councilman Byork inquired as to the status of the construction of the Elks Lodge, and he was informed that the Lodge's architect has been in to make inquiry about the requirements of the variance in order to commence his architectural drawings. Councilman Siokos inquired if there was any new information concerning the Century Freeways and, the City Manager reported that although the hearings were expected to be held in September, there are indications that they may be delayed until about the first of the new year. Mr. Ed Fuhrman, 431g Pendleton Avenue, addressed the Council to suggest improved overhead lighting of the proposed parking area between Sanborn and Mulford on Plaza Street. Mr. Joe McMillan, 3905 Palm Avenue, addressed the Council to ask for information concerning a throw away directory entitled: "Lynwood Classified Business Directory" which had been received at his home, and which contained very few Lynwood business classifications and said that it appeared to be a misleading title as the classifications were predominantly located in South Gate. Mrs. Anita Birkholm, 4044 Lpuise Street, complained of the types of people employed to distribute handbills and similar types of publications, and asked if the Police Department could not be alerted to watch more closely for those people doing such work while obviously intoxicated. Mr. Bill Hawker, 5142 E. Niland Street, addressed the Council to inquire what improvement is planned for Atlantic Avenue south of Fernwood Avenue particularly the west side of the street. Mr. Hawker was informed that bids have been called for improvement of Atlantic Avenue for Fernwood south to the City limits. ADJOURN It was moved by Councilman Duncan, acrd ~~arried, that ~he meeting be a ~ ~ Ci y C erk, City of ynw ood Ma Inquiry on Elks Lodge constructi~ progress nded by/¢ou ~iJ~man Stevens, ned. / / the City of Lynwoo APPROVED SEPTEMBER 6, 1966