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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
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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
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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
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(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.
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Mrs. Paula Spunt addressed the Council to inquire the purpose of
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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.
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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,
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the City of Lynwoo
APPROVED SEPTEMBER 6, 1966