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Home My Public Portal AboutM 1967-02-10 - CC~,~ c~ 2 ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 1967 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in an adjourned regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date at 4:15 porno Mayor Smith in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith and Stevens answered the roll calla .Ord. No. 818 Discussion of an urgency ordinance entitled: "AN URGENCY Urgency ORDINANCE ENACTING A NEW DIVISION 3 TO ARTICLE II OF palmistry etcCHAPTER 20 LYNWOOD CITY CODE PROVIDING FOR THE REQUIREMENT ordinance OF SPECIAL PERMITS FOR CARRYING ON THE BUSINESSES OF approved PALMISTRY, MEDIUMSHIP, ASTROLOGY AND FORTUNE TELLING, REGULATING THE SAME AND ESTABLISHING A BUSINESS LICENSE FEE THEREFOR_." which was under consideration at the time of adjournment of the regular meeting of February 7, 1967, was resumed. Councilman Byork stated he believed the wording of the ordinance as it concerns religious activity is clear, but if any doubt exists, he suggested that the word "church" be inserted in paragraph "W. Exemptions" on page 11 of the ordinance, following the words "student body" in line 8 and the word "Homes" in line 16 of said paragraph The City Attorney suggested that the words "or religious" be inserted following the word "entertainment" in line 11 of paragraph "W." He also suggested that in order to be consistent, if these suggested changes be made, all reference to religion be deleted, specifically the last line in the paragraph beginning with the word "mediumship" in Section 3 (page 1 of ordinance), and the last 8 lines of paragraph C (2) on page 3 of the ordinance. Councilman Siokos objected to deletion of all reference to religion in order to prevent a group from establishing a church as a means of circumventing the ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Siokos, that the three changes be made in paragraph "W. Exemptions." Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Stevens. Noes: Councilman Smith. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that said ordinance be adopted as amended, and be published as required by law. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Stevens. Noes: Councilman Smith. Absent: None. In answer to a question by Mr. Robert Moreno, speaking on behalf of Mrs. Diana Adams, the City Attorney said Mrs. Adams could operate her business but must file an application on or before February 15. Ord. adoptingAn Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LYNWOOD Uniform Bldg CITY CODE AND ADOPTING THE 1g64 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM ..Code. BUILDING CODE INCLUDING CHAPTERS 13, 23, 4g, and 51 OF THE APPENDIX THEREOF." was presented. The City Manager informed the Council that the Uniform Ord. adopting Building Code is up dated every three years and this Uniform Bldg, action is merely adoption of a revised edition of the Code first Code the City is presently using. read The City Attorney stated that it is necessary to hold a public hearing on the adoption of the code and it was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that a hearing be scheduled for the March 7, 1967, Council meeting. A7_l members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ENACTING CHAPTER 17 LYNWOOD CITY CODE ENTITLED "HOUSING" PROVIDING FGR THE ADOPTION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, 1964 EDITION, AND REGULATING HOUSING GENERALLY IN THE CITY." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Siokos, that a hearing on the adoption of the Uniform Housing Code 1964 Edition be scheduled for the March 7, 1967, meeting. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE N0~ 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES KNOWN AS CENTURY BOULEVARD ANNEXATION N0. 2 AND THE ADOPTION OF AN AMENDED SECTION OF THE ZONING MAP WHICH IS A PART OF SAID ORDINANCE N0. 570." was presented for first reading. (Establishing permanent zoning in Century Bouelvard Annexation No. 2). It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by CounG~lman 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 Siokos, that said ordinance be accepted as read for the first time and passed to the second reading. Roll Call Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. RESOLUTION N0. 67-4 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ABATE DRY AND DRYING WEEDS ON CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that said ordinance be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. RESOLUTION N0. 67-5 entitled: "A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF A PRELIMINARY REPORT OF MAINTENANCE OF STREET LIGHTS IN THE-CITY OF LYNWOOD." was presented. The Manager explained that this resolution commences the procedure for providing street lighting for a three year period, and that a public hearing will be held following the required publishing and posting. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Ord. first read adoptin@ Uniform Housing Code Ord, first read establishing permanent zoning ' Century Blvd. Annex #2 Res. 67-4 Weed ab ateme Res. 67-5 Lighting Maintenance A letter from Mrs. Marjorie Wilcox representing Girl Scout Troop #116 Taas read in which she expressed appreciation on behalf of the troop for the opportunity to be present at the January 17th Council meeting. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Siokos, and carried, that the letter be accepted and filed. Letter from A letter from Mr. Glen Fullerton, 11328 Atlantic Avenue, G. Fullerton was read together with a letter from the Southern re street California Edison Company to Mr> Fullerton explaining lights to him how to determine whether a street light is one under the jurisdiction of the city or under the jurisdiction of the Edison Company. Mro Fullerton's complaint concerned a number of street lights being out on Atlantic Avenue. The City Manager explained that the .Lights had been out following recent hea~ry rains. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that 'the letter be accepted and filed„ Petition re A petition signed by Henry I. Cypert, 3861 Imperial Highway, new service and 38 others was read, The petitioners asked that the stations City Council declare a one year moratorium on the building of any rZew service stations and also urged that a sign o~~dinance be enacrede Councilman Siokos stated that the Council could not enact legislation prohibiting new service stations, but that the Council is working on a sign ordinance. It was pointed out that there are presently regulations governing signs in CB-1 zonese It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that the petition be accepted and filed. Letter from A letter from Mro Archie Legg of Southeast Merchant's A. Legg re patrol was read in which Mr. Legg offers services of volunteers at least 10 fully ~quiped Special Officers with limited for police police training to be placed under the direct control of or Civil the Chief of Police and/or Director of Civil Defense, and Defense act on behalf of the City of Lynwood during any major service disturbance or disaster in the city. In addition to manpower he offered the use of extensive equipment which would be available in the event of an emergency. The City Manager said he felt Mr. Legg's proposal was an excellent one and it would be of'great value to have an organized group of men familiar with an area of the police. function available in case of an emergency, Under the law unless these men have been included in a plan adopted by the City Council, they cannot qualify for the special type of State Compensation applicable to such emergency groups. The Manager recommended that the Council accept Mr. Legg's offer. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the City Manager be instructed to make the volunteers a part of the plan to be submitted to the City Council at its next session, All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried, REPORTS AND REQUESTS Cerebral A request was presented from the United Cerebral Palsy Palsy fund Association for permission to conduct their fund drive drive May 67 during May, 1967. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, ~~ seconded by Councilman Siokos, and carried, that the permit be granted. A request was presented from Cub Pack 437-C for permission Cub Pack 437• to conduct a candy Easter egg sale from February 22, 1967, to C candy sale March 26, 1967. 2-22 to 3-26 It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the req nest be granted. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. A request was presented from the Christian Women's Fellowship of the First Christian Church of Lynwood for permission to conduct a rummage sale in April in the Youth center of the church at 3340 Sanborn Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the request be held over i.n order that the exact dates of the sale could be determined. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. A request was presented from the Daughters of America, Bell, California, for exemption from the business license fees to conduct a fireworks stand at the northeast corner of Long Beach BouJ_evard and Cherokee Avenue. The letter explained that many cf the organization's members are residents of Lynwood and the funds raised a:~e to be used in the group's program of caring for orphans ~ The Cit Attorne ex ressed the o y y A pinion that a fireworks stand is no longer a permitted used unde~~ the provisions of the CB-1 zoning ordinance. Councilman Siokos said he did not favor of granting an exemption to an outside organization. The City Manager stated that an amendment could be enacted to permit Christmas Tree lots and Fireworks stands and asked if the Council wished to direct the City Attorney to prepare such an amendment. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the request be denied and that a letter be sent stating that the permit cannot be granted at the present time due to such business being prohibited by an existing ordinance. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that an ordinance be enacted permitting Christmas Tree lots and Fireworks stands in the City. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. The application of Lou Bell Higgins for a special permit to conduct a commercial rubbish hauling business was presented, together with the police department investigative report which indicated no reason that the permit should not be granted. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that a special permit be granted to Lou Bell Higgins to conduct a commercial rubbish hauling business in the city. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Christian Women's rummage sale request held over D of A fire- works stand denied Amendment to CB-1 Ord. to permit Christmas trey lots & Fire- works stands Lou B. Higgins granted rubbish haul- ing permit The application of J. R, Buesing for a special permit to K-9 Guard dog operate s, guard dog service within the City was presented, service permit together with the report of the Chief of Police which denied recommended that the request for a special permit be denied. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by ~~ ~~ ~i '~ N "~ Councilman Siokos, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the Chief of Police. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion Carrie d Request from A request from the Chief of Police that a hearing be held Police Chief to consider revocation of the license issued to Lavera for revoca- Ward, 12129 Atlantic Avenue, was presented. A petition tion of Gunk signed by Frank E. Hansen, 12202 Atlantic Avenue, and 14 Shop lic, others protesting the issuance of the license to the Gunk held over Shop was also presented. Mr. Daniel L~ Eddy, 12123 Atlantic Avenue, addressed the Council to speak in favor of allowing the business to continue and expressing the view that the operators of the business are being harrassede At the request of the City Attorney the Council adjourned to an executive session to discuss the matter. Following the executive session, the Mayor called the meeting to order. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that due to the burden of the City Attorney's Office at the present time that the matter under discussion be deferred to a future date. All members voting aye, the Mayor .declared the motion carriedo .1911 Act '?'he City Manager informed the City Council that a petition begun has been received requesting that a 1911 Act procedure .,Josephine be instituted for constructtion of concrete curbs and gutters Ave, et al throughout the entire area bounded generally by Atlantic on the west, Long Beach Freeway on the east, Fernwood Avenue on the north and La~rnia on the south. The improvement would affect approximately 130 lots which presently do not have curbs, gutters and/or driveway approaches. The Manager recommended that an appropriate resolution be adopted to commence the request proceeding. Res. 67-6 RESOLUTION N0. 67-6 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Commencing COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD DIRECTING PREPARATION OF 1911 Act DEBT LIMITATION REPORT IN THE MATTER OF THE IMPROVEMENT Josephine OF JOSEPHINE AVENUE ET AL~" was presented. It was moved Ave. et al by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: Noneo R. A. Walker The Manager presented a report on the bids received for awarded construction of curbs, gutters and sidewalks in the area sidewalk east of Bullis Road, He recommended that R. A. Walker, contract the low bidder be awarded the contract for the repair and reconstruction of curbs, gutters and sidewalks in the easterly part of the community at a total price of $5,995.00. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the City Manager Roll Call: -~ Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: Noner Quit Claim The Manager presented a report on the proposed quitclaim LoB.Blvd & of a 10 foot right of wav on Long Beach Boulevard on .Norton Ave Lot 26, Tract 2551, and an unused water line easement .right of way on Lots 23 through 26, Tract 2551. He reported that the right of way easement is no longer needed as a °~' ~~'~" building setback line established by Ordinance requires that the sidewalk, location of signs, and new buildings must be setback at least 7 feet from the property line. As to the water line easement, the water lines have been installed along the rear lot line and there is no reason to retain the easement along the front property line, It was the Manager's recommendation that the Council approve quitclaim deeds releasing the easements to the property ownero It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the City Manager Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent : None . The Manage:c reported that the Recreation Commission has recommended that the City Council grant waiver of rental fees for the use of Room 2 in Bateman Ha1.1 to the Volunteer Foster Care Committee on February 14th and to American F~_eld Service, Lynwood Chapter, for use of Room 2 on February lath. The report stated that both requests involve community-wide p?~ojects and the Manager recommended that the Council approve the recommendations of the Recreation Commissiono It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the Recre~.tion Commission. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried, The Manager reported that the second of the two houses on the property recently acquired for future Santa Fe .~-• Avenue right of way has been cleaned and repainted and a lease agreement has been prepared whereby the City will lease the house to Mr. and Mrs. Frank G. Olea at a rental of $85.00 monthly. The Manager recommended that the City Council approve the agreement leasing the property at 2727 E. 109th Street to Mr. and Mrs.. Frank G. Olea. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Siokos, that the lease agreement be approved. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilman Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens Noes: None. Absent: None. The Manager reported that with the completion of the county island annexation, the Engineering department has prepared an expanded select street system map which adopts primary and secondary streets which were formerly in the county. Streets to be added are: 1. Wright Road from Imperial to Clark 2. Century from Virginia to Ham Park 3. The north roadway of Fernwood from Atlantic to Wright Road 4, The south roadway of Fernwood from Harris to Wright Road. 5< Atlantic Ave, from Josephine to McMillan 6. Clark Street From Atlantic to Wright Road 7. Carlin Ave from Stoneacre to Atlantic, The streets added will qualify for construction expenditures from the various gas tax funds. The amended map has 'had Waiver of rental fees of Bateman Hall for Volunteer Foster Care 8 American Field Servics granted Lease agree- ment approved 2727 E. 109th Street Recommenda- tion for approval of revised select street system map. t `~ y ~ ~. preliminary approval by the State Division of Highways, but prior to final acceptance a Resole ion must be adopted modifying the existing system and approving the new map. The Manager recommended approval of such a resolution. Res. 67-7 RESOLUTION N0. 67-7 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Requesting COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADOPTING MAP AND REPORT OF approval of ROUTES FOR SELECT SYSTEM AND REQUESTING THAT SUCH SYSTEM Select BE APPROVED BY THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY COMMISSION." was System Sts. presented It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by plan Councilman Stevens, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Report and The Manager reported that plans and specifications have call for bid been completed for the reconstruction of Santa Fe Avenue Santa Fe Ave from approximately Weber Street to the south city limits. 3-1-67 The imprcvement will include reconstruction of the road- way, replacement of portions of curb, gutter and sidewalk and relocation of street, directional, traffic signs, traffic signals and utility pales. The west side of Santa Fe Avenue is in the City of Comptono The plans have been approved by the Compton Engineering Department. The report stated that it proposed to finance the project from 186.1 Gas Tax funds. The Manager recommended that the Council authorize the call for bids for the project with bids to be received no later than 10:00 a.m. on March 1, 1967, in the Office of the City Clerk. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Council concur in the recommendations of the City Manager. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Fireman Don The Manager reported that Fireman Don Blaydes sustained Blaydes an injury while on vacation and because he would be 'granted 60- unable to return to work at the expiration of his sick :day leave of 7_eave on February 18, Mr. Blaydes has requested a ;absence leave of absence without pay commencing February 19, 1967. The City Manager recommended that he be granted a 60 day leave of absence without pay. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded b,y Councilman Byork, that the Council concur in the Manager's recommendation in granting the leave of absence. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. The matter of establishing meeting dates with various planning consultants was discussed, and Councilman Byork stated he thought the Council should meet with the Planning Commission prior to meeting with the planning consultants. It was determined that if the Council wishes to meet with the Planning Commission, it would be necessary to adjourn the meeting or have a special meeting and the Planning Commission would have to do likewise because of the Brown Act provisions. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Byork mentioned that the height of curbs in certain areas on Atlantic Avenue should be investigated. Councilman Siokos called attention to Senate Bill 121 which deals with topless shows and entertainment and went on record as supporting that particular bill. r~* Councilman Stevens asked if support of this bill could not be made a joint recommendation of the City Council. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Council support the passage of Senate Bill 121. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Mr. Romaniello, 11165 Atlantic Avenue, asked for a health inspection and correction of the unsanitary conditions existing at 11657 Atlantic Avenue. Mayor Smith condolence and said he Duncan. ADJOURN read a number of letters and telegrams of concerning the late Councilman James Duncan, would present the communications to Mrs. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded Byork, that the meeting be adjourned in the Councilman Duncan, to Tuesday, February 14, All members voting aye, the Mayor declared carried. _~ i '~~---zl~l~ ~c ~ ~ ~~ l~ t ,, ~~z~ City Clerk, City of Ly nv,ood APPROVED FEBRUARY 21y 1967 by Councilman Adjourn to memory of 2/14 at 8:45 1967, at 8:45 p.m.in memory of the motion Councilman Duncan