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REGULAR i~EETINC~ .MA's ~, 1867
The City Council of the City of` Lynwoc,d met in a regular
session in the C~.ty Hall, :11.310 Bullis Road, on above date
at 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Byork in the chair.
Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokcs, Smith, Stevens answered
the roll call.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, and. carried, that ;h.e minutes of the regular
meeting of April 18, lg5?, be approved as written.
Res. 67-30 RESOLUTION N0. 67-30 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Demands COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF' L YNin1O0D AL,LOT~rJING AND APPROVING THE
DEMANDS PRESENTED AND C_RDERING WA~'~RANTS DRAWN THEREFOR."
was presented. It was moved by Co~~ncilrnan Stevens,
seconded by Councilman Slol.os, that said resolution be
adopted
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byo;~°k, Green , Sickos, Smith., Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Res. 67-31 RESOLUTION NO. 6`;-3w. enttlad: "_~ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Honoring COUNCIL OF THE CITY Dh ~YN~OO; IN MEMORY OF JAMES W. DUNCAN,
James W. MAYOR, COUNCILMAN, A~1D DEVOTED ~'~MMUNi=TY LEADERo" was read
Duncan by Mayor Byorko It was mo~~.~~ed b y ~~c?~xnc_~_iman Siokos,
seconded by CounRil:nan Stevens, '::hat said resolution be
adopted.
Roll. Call:
Ayes : Councilmen Byo~°k, ~ peen, S ioko,~, Srnith, Stevens .
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Fresentation of a plaque honoring Councilman James W.
Duncan was presented to Mrs I;un~an by Mayor Byork.
Mayor Byork announced :hat the presentation ceremony
had been recorded on tape and the tape would be presented
to Mrs. Duncan.
Presentation Mr. Eugene E. Olson, µl5'7 Fernwood Avenue, appeared to
of $50 gift present the City with a :heck for $50 00 to aid in the
from Eugene beautification of the ci.ty~ Mayor Byork accepted the
Olson gift on behalf of the C ~,y
Presentation May or Byc.rk presented to Councilman Smith the gavel,
to Guy Smith suitab"ly engraved, which he used during his term of office
as Mayor.
Mayor Byork read the following proclamations: "Light the
Night," Hire a Veteran Week, Salvation Army Week.
The Mayor announced that the Council would adjourn to a
brief executive session Following the executive session
the meeting was ca11_ed to order.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Hearing - The Mayor announced the time for public hearing on the proposed
Rezoning of change of zone from R-?_ to P-1 of Lot 41.7, Tract 7984.
Lt. 417, The City Manager presented a ~~eport that stated that the
Tr. 7984 Planning Commission has conducted public hearings on the
R-2 to P-1 proposed zone change an'? ~ecomrnended .ts approval. A map
King's Res. of the area was displayed ;'_ct to be !used for additional
parking fc.r King's Restau;°~,nt, 110C-A A~~.~..anti~:. Avenue) .
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The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak
concerning the proposed change of zone. As there was no
response, the Mayor declared the hearing concluded.
The Manager presented an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE Ord. First'
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING read granting
ORDINANCE N0. 570 FOR THE PURFOSE OF RECLASSIFICATION OF zone change
CERTAIN PROPERTY AND THE ADOPTION OF AN AMENDED SECTION Lt. 417, Tr.
OF THE ZONING MAP WHICH IS A PART OF SAID ORDINANCE N0. 7984 (King's
570." (Change of zone Lot 417, Tract 7984 from zone R-2 Res.)
to zone P-1). It was moved by Councilman Stevens,
seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that further
reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that said ordinance be accepted as read for the
first time and passed to the second reading.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being the Hearing -
time fixed for hearing on the application of Mrs. Diana Diana Adams
Adams for an Owner's Permit to operate the business of re Palmistry
fortune telling at 12520 Long Beach Boulevard, the City License
Clerk presented affidavits of mailing and posting
Notice of Public Hearing, together with the report of
the Police Chief in which he indicated no reason why
the license should not be issued
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in
favor of approving the requested permito
Mr. Ernest Hogue, 11220 Wright Road, addressed the Council
to speak in favor of granting the permit.
The Mayar inquired if anyone wished to speak in opposition
to the requested permit. As there was no response, the
Mayor declared the hearing concluded.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Palmistry lic
Green, that the request of Mrs. Diana Adams for an granted to
Owner's Permit. to conduct the business of fortune telling Diana Adams
at 12520 Long Beach Boulevard be approved.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos.
Noes: Councilmen Smith, Stevens.
Absent: None.
The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being Hearing -
the time fixed for hearing on the appeal from the decision Pelton zone
of the Planning Commission in approving the request of Change R-2 to
James S. Pelton for a change of zone from Zone R-2 to CB-1
zone CB-1 of a parcel of approximately 11.55 acres
fronting on Imperial Highway east of Hulme Avenue
(portion of Home Tract in Rancho San Antonio, commonly
referred to as Seventh Day Adventist Property), the
Clerk presented affidavits of publishing and posting
as required by law.
The Mayor announced that due to the large number of people
present, the meeting would be adjourned to Bateman Hall.
RESOLUTION N0. 67-32 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Res. 67-32
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADJOURNING THE MAY 2, 1867, Adjourning to
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO BATEMAN HALL, Bateman Hall
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Hearing - 11331 ERNESTINE AVENUE, LYNWOOD, C.~LIFORNIA." was presented.
Pelton zone It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
change R-2 Stevens, that said resolution be adopted
to CB-1 Roll Call:
(Adventist Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
property) Noes: None.
Absent: None.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned to Bateman Hall
at .8:00 p.m.
The Mayor announced as set forth in the resolution of
adjournment, the time had arrived to reconvene and to
continue the public hearing on the appeal of the Planning
Commission's decision in approving the change of zone from
R-2 to CB-1 of the above described property.
The City Manager presented a report on the action of the
Planning Commission in recommending approval of the request
and adoption of an ordinance effecting the change of zone.
Letters were presented from
the requested change of zonf
business upon a residential
depreciation of residential
passed among the members of
consideration.
the following persons opposing
because of encroachment of
area, traffic congestion and
values. The letters were
the Council for their
Mrs. Gwen Kott, 3952 Shirley Avenue
Mrs. Eula Garland, 3998 Shirley Avenue
Pam Petersen, 11060 Pine Street
Dr. & Mrs. Fred Strahle, 11070 Pine Street
Mr. & Mrs. E.L. KPiley, 11033 Pine Street
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Malinsky, 1105 Pine Street
Mr. & Mrs. George Kent, :1.1.229 Sampson Avenue
Mrs. Charles W. Orvis, 3987 Le Sage Street
Mr. C. C. Long, 3959 Le Sage Street
Mrs. J. W. Craig, 11120 Pine Street
Mr. Ronald W. King, 3959 Le Sage Street
Mrs. Wilma White, 1.1273 Colyer Avenue
Mrs. Allen W. Jones, 11282 Sampson Avenue
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Palmer, 4341 Los Flores Boulevard
Geraldine Putnam, 11200 Sampson Avenue
A letter was presented from the Lynwood Jaycees informing the
Council that the Board cf Dir°ectors of the Jaycees urged
that the change of zone be approved to further development
of the business community.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor
of the proposed change.
Mr. Henry Baron, 1801 Avenue of the Stars, Beverly Hills,
addressed the Council on behalf of the applicant, James
S. Pelton and described the proposed development of the
area and stated that the need for additional revenue
for maintenance of police department, fire department,
public works, and school system would be fulfilled through
additional tax revenue generated by such a shopping center.
Mr. Baron presented a chart comparing the taxable sales
of Lynwood with that of surrounding shopping areas and
stated that Lynwood is lagging behind because shopping
facilities are not available in the city and the local
residents are required to go outside the City to obtain
certain goods. In addition to the .revenue provided
the community, Mr. Baron emphasized that this shopping
center would provide a needed service and convenience
to the residents.
Mr. Ernest Hogue, 11220 Wright Road, addressed the Cquncil
to urge approval of the zone change as a shopping center
is needed in the City.
Mrs. Lucille Kanka, 5131 Walnut Avenue, addressed the
Council to state that additional revenue is needed
and the means must be provided in order that people can
shop in Lynwood, and urged favorable consideration of
a zone change.
Mrs. Anita Birkholm, 4044 Louise, addressed the Council
to describe the need for a place for the local residents
to shop at home, and urged that the Council uphold the
decision of the Planning Commission.
Mr. John Kanka, 5131 .Walnut Avenue, addressed the Council
to state that a shopping center is needed in the City
and to urge the Council to consider the City's senior
citizens and make additional revenue available in order
to keep property taxes down.
Mrs. Paula Spunt, 3856 Agnes, addressed the Council to
urge approval in order that property taxes will not
have to be increased.
Mr. Henry Van Compernoll.e, 3125 Louise, addressed the
Council to urge them to keep in mind that all the people
in the city must be considered and that the Council
approve the zone changed
Shirley Stuart, 11222 Jackson, stated that she lived two
blocks from the area under discussion and was in favor
of the development.
Mr. John Dunster, 4048 Century Boulevard, expressed the
opinion that the proposed development would be an asset
to the city.
Mr. George Higgins, 5353 Fernwood, stated he was aware that
a great deal of business is done outside the city, and
inquired what the difference in revenue would be to the City
if the area were to be developed as residential rather
than commercial. The City Manager provided an estimate
of the difference.
Mr. Romaniello, 11651 Atlantic Avenue, urged that the Council
approve the zone change.
The Mayor inquired if there were any present who wished to
speak in opposition to the proposed change.
Mr. Charles G. Mills, 4234 Pendleton Avenue, addressed the
Council to state that he was in favor of all matters in
the field of good planning for the City of Lynwood as a
whole and his neighborhood in particular, but he did not
feel the proposed change is good planning. He stated it
would adversely affect the general plan, it was contrary
to the mater plan; the uses would be inconsistent with
the surrounding uses. He stated his reason for requesting
the rehearing was to give the staff members of the City
and the Council additional time for consideration of all
facts in the matter and it was his opinion that if the
change is approved it will spread and the speculators
will behefit to`the detriment of the remaining residents.
Jack Ballard, 3191 Sanborn, inquired what is planned for
the future o~ downtown Lynwood since CB-1 zone was not'
established in that area, and stated he was not in favor
Hearing -
Pelton zone
change R-2
to CB-1
(Adventist
property)
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Hearing -
Pelton zone
change
of a change to CB-1 zone of the subject area.
Mr. Albert Putnam, 11200 Sampson Avenue, co-chairman of the
Lynwood Home Owners Protective Committee, addressed the
Council and expressed concern that another application
for change of zone had been accepted in view of the past
applications having been denied, and did n::~t agree that
CB-1 zone would permit complete control of the development.
He recalled that a request for a variance was denied by
both the Planning Commission and the City Council and
stated that the threatened low-cost housing would also
require a change of zone, and said that the situation
is the same whether the zoning is C-2 or CB-lo He
opposed the change on the grounds of increased traffic
on Imperial Highway, detrimental affect on surrounding
residents, and violation of the master plan.
Mrs. Lloyd, 5323 Century Boulevard, spoke in opposition
to the proposed zone change.
James Bowman, 11095 Hulme, stated that the issue is the
use of the land and he believed the Planning Commission had
been correct when it formerly determined that the area
was best suited for a residential use.
Ronald King, 3959 LeSage, spoke in opposition to the
proposed change of zone and said he believed the City
Council should consider the rights of the individuals
as well as the of the entire population of the City.
C.C. Long, 3969 LeSage, opposed the change of zone because
he did not want a shopping center abutting his property.
John Dietz, 10953 Hulme, opposed the change of zone because
of the increased traffic congestiono
Charles Orvis, 3987 LeSage, objected to the location of
the shopping center as he believed redevelopment of the
downtown shopping area on Long Beach Boulevard should
be considered, similar to the development being done
by the City of South Gate on Tweedy Boulevard.
Dr. Fred Strahle, 11070 Pine Avenue, requested that
serious consideration be given to the proposed change
because of resulting traffic on Imperial Highway.
Mr. George Martini, 10760 Alexander, stated that although
there is a need for a shopping center, he requested that
the Council deny the application because of the traffic
problem.
Dr. Waite, 3120 Los Flores, stated he believed everyone
to be in favor of a large shopping center, and asked if
there is any way that what is being offered will be
adhered to.
Helen Haverman, 11061 Pine, stated that she had lived
in Downey but moved to Lynwood because of the shopping
center being constructed adjacent to her home, and she
was opposed to a shopping center being placed near her
present abode .
Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, inquired if under the
CB-1 ordinance the final determination of the plot plan
and any changes have to come before the Council or if
it is under the jur~..sdiction of the Planning Commission.
He was informed that the Planning Commission has control
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unless it is appealed by the applicant. Mr Rokos also
recalled that the proposal was denied under a variance
where the city would have had complete control.
The Mayor informed Mr. Rokos that the P~_anning Commission
must pass on everything placed on the land in question.
Mr. Rokos asked
Council as to a
!""" He was informed
Commission with
i applicants. Mr.
control-under C
if there was a right of appeal to tree City
plot plan approved by the Planning Commission.
that site plan approval is by the Planning
right of appeal to the City Councilmby the
Rokos stated he believed-there was less
a-1 than there is under a variance.
Pastor Hardy, 11162 Harris, asked exactly how much control
can be exercised under the proposed zoning as he was
concerned about the area immediately adjacent to his
school with 550 students He questioned the permissible
height of a wall separating the school from the shopping
center.
Mrs. Albert Putnam, 11200 Sampson, addressed the Council
to remark that in comparing Lynwood to South Gate and
Huntington Park, those areas eitr,er took out existing
structures to make way for new shopping facilities, they
were developed prior to the residential development, or
the shopping facilities were upgraded.
Dr. Carter, 11201 Linden stated that the existing zoning
was known to the applicant prior to purchase and asked
the value of additional taxes if the area no longer was
desirable for residential use.
Mr. Rauche, 3935 LeSage, addressed the Council to suggest
postponing the decision until the study concer ning Long
Beach Boulevard and other areas of the city is completed,
and stated he was also opposed to the proposed zone change.
As there were no others wishing to speak, the Mayor declared
the hearing concluded.
Councilman Siokos asked if the applicant read a proposed
plot plan available and Mr. Baron presented a plot plan
and described the arrangement as follows:
a. Kresge Store, b. speciality shops, c. Safeway
Market, d. Small store spaces, e. Space for bank or
drug store, f. Service station
With reference to fence heights, Mr. Pelton stated that
the plot plan, is in accordance with the CB-1 zone
requirements and the one presented to the Planning
Commission, and he was not prepared to discuss deviations
at the present time.
To clarify misunderstandings about the CB-1 zone requirements
a resume of the ordinance was presented.
The matter of possible sale of the property and what a new
~-. owner would be required to do was discussed and Mr, Pelton
stated he did not intend to sell the property. The problems
of lighting,. fences, and permitted uses were discussed.
Councilman Stevens presented a report of a poll he took
in a neighborhood of the Stonewood Shopping Center in
Downey which indicated the surrounding property owners
were not adversely affected by its being adjacent to their
homes.
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Hearing -
Pelton zone
change
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Councilman Green asked if there would be any drainage
problems and the Manager described the existing provisions
for draining the land„ He also stated that a traffic
signal would have to be placed at the entrance to the
property.
Ord. First An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
read LYNWOOD AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF
approving RECLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES AND THE ADOPTION
Pelton zone OF AN AMENDED SECTION OF THE ZONING MAF WHICH IS MADE
change R-2 A PART OF SAID ORDINANCE N0. 570." was read in full.
to CB-1 It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman
(Adventist Green, that said ordinance be accepted as read for the
Property) first time and pas,~ed to the second reading.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ord. 829 ORDINANCE. NO. 829 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
Permitting LYNWOCD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 8.01, 8.02, 8A.01.2,
Fireworks 9.01(1), 10.01(1) and 11010 OF CITY ORDINANCE N0. 570
stands &~ TO ADD CHRISTMAS TREE SALES AND FIREWORKS STAND SALES AS
Christmas PERMITTED USES UNDER CER'T'AIN CONDITIONS IN "C" AND
tree. sales "M" ZONES." was presented for second reading. It was
lots moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Siokos, and carried, that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman
Green, 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, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Ord. First An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
read LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA ADDING A NEW CHAPTER TO THE LYNWOOD
Entertainment CITY CODE GOVERNING AND CONTROLLING PROFESSIONAL ENTERTAIN-
Ord. MENT AND THE PREMISES WHEREIN AND WHEREON SAID PROFESSIONAL
ENTERTAINMENT IS CONDUCTED, AND THE LICENSING THEREOF."
was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman
Smith, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that
further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman
Siokos, that said ordinance be accepted as read for the
first time and passed to the second reading.
For the benefit of those unfamiliar with the ordinance,
the City Attorney gave a brief summary of its provisions.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
The City Engineer's report on the improvement of Josephine
Street et al under the improvement Act of 1911 was presented,
together with the plans and specifications for said
improvement .
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RESOLUTION N0. 67-33 entitled: "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, AND MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE
a~`~~J
IMPROVEMENT OF JOSEPHINE AVENUE ET AL, BY THE CONSTRUCTION
OF CONCRETE-CURBS AND GUTTERS AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES
TOGETHER WITH ALL INCIDENTAL AND APPURTENANT WORK."
was presented. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded
by Councilman Green, that said resolution be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
RESOLUTION N0. 67-34 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION IN
THE MATTER OF THE IMPROVEMENT OF JOSEPHINE AVENUE ET AL BY
THE CONSTRUCTION OF CONCRETE CURBS AND GUTTERS, TOGETHER
WITH ALL INCIDENTAL AND APPURTENANT WORK." was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman
Smith, that said resolution be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A letter from the Chamber of Commerce expressing
appreciation for the assistance and cooperation of the.
Recreation Department and other city department personnel
and local service clubs with reference to welcome parties
was presented. It was moved by Councilman Siokos,
seconded by Councilman Smith, that the letter be accepted
and filed. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A letter from Evelle J. Younger, District Attorney, was
presented, regarding "Law Enforcement Recognition Week"
from June 5th to 9th, 1867. The letter also discussed
possibility of identifying one or two citizens in the
community who are deserving of honor for their
contributions to effective law enforcement in the
community. Mr. Younger's letter also stated that he
was prepared to provide an award from the District
Attorney's office for those citizens chosen for
recognition.
Mayor Byork directed the City Clerk to inform Mr. Younger
that the week of June 5th to 9th would be proclaimed
"Law Enforcement Recognition Week."
A letter from the Downey Democratic Club was read inviting
the members of the City Council to attend a debate on
"The War in Viet Nam - Pro and Con." It was moved by
Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens that
the letter be aooepted and filed. All members voting
aye, the-Mayor declared the motion carried.
REPORTS AND REQUESTS
Res.67-33
Approving
plans &
specs. for
Josephine St
et al
Res. 67-34
Setting
hearing on
Josephine St
et al
C of C
commends
City depts.
for help.
Letter from
E.J. Younger
D.A., re
"Law Enforce
ment Week"
Invitation
from Downey
Demo. Club
re debate
"War in Viet
Nam"
Various requests for fireworks stand permits were presented Fireworks
and the City Attorney stated they could not be acted upon requests
until after the ordinance adopted previously in the meeting held over
becomes effective. The City Clerk was directed to notify
those requesting a permit the ,date on which they would
be considered.
The request of the Board of Directors of the Lynwood Jaycees
that the. Lynwood Swim Club fireworks stand, to be
located in the City Park, be closed on the 4th of July
was presented. It was the feeling of the Jaycees that
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Request from
Jaycees re
Swim Club
fireworks
stand denied
it would be impossible to keep fireworks out of the park
during their annual old-fashioned 4th of July celebration
if they were being sold on the premises.
Mr. Dick Pierce, Jaycees President, addressed the Council
to explain why the Jaycees feel it will be a public
safety hazard if the fireworks are sold in the Park.
The City Councs]. suggested that signs be posted advising
customers of the stand that fireworks are not to be used
on the park grounds.
The Council's impression that the Jaycees had been
contacted by the Swim Club was corrected by Mr. Pierce
who said they knew nothing of the request to place a
stand in the park until it had been granted.
Mr. Dunster, 4048 Century Boulevard, representing the
Swim Club stated that they had gone through the channels
of the Recreation Director and Recreation Commission;
that if the Jaycees feel their rights are being usurped,
the Swim Club would be glad to negotiate with them.
Mr. Pierce stated teat the Jaycees' primary concern is
for the safety of the many people attending the 4th of
July celebration.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Siokos, seconded by Councilman Green, that the request
of the Lynwood Jaycees that the Swim Club's fireworks
stand be closed on the 4th of July be denied.
Mr. George Hamilton, 12317 Alpine, and Mr. Don Ptack,
14703 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, addressed the Council
in favor of closing the stand on July 4th.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos.
Noes: Councilmen Smith, Stevens.
Absent: None.
Report re The City Manager presented a report which recalled that
extension of on May 10, 1966, the Planning Commission approved a
Elks lodge variance for the Compton-Lynwood Elks Lodge to permit
var~anoa the oonotructian of a lodge building on land located
between Carlin and Lavinia immediately west of Atlantic.
Avenue. When the City Council acted upon the matter,
a stipulation was added that construction must begin
within one year. The report stated that the Elks
have now submitted a request for a continuance of
the variance for the period of one year as it appears
their construction probably cannot be commenced prior
to August, 1967. When the variance was granted, the
zone was R-2 which has been change d, in the interim
to CB-1 which would allow the type of construction
requested by the Elks. Therefore, the variance is
no~.longer required. It will be necessary for the Elks
to submit their plans to the Commission for approval as
a CB-1 use. As it is unnecessary to maintain the present
variance granted to the Elks lodge, it was recommended that
the City Council instruct that the Elks lodge be informed
of the new zone and that Planning Commission approval will
be necessary prior to construction, and that the same
stipulations established in the variance will be maintained:.
It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman
Green, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify the
Elks Lodge that they will not require the additonal time,
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but they will be required to follow the stipulations of the
variance, except as to time All members voting aye, the
Mayor declared the motion carried.
The City Manager reported that at the request of the City Report on
Council, the Recreation Commission has recommended certain Recreation
criteria for community groups requesting waiver of rental Commission
fees for the use of various recreation facilities, and it recommenda-
was suggested that waivers be limited to the following: tions
a. Recreation and Parks Department programs and activities,
b. Lynwood School District activities included in the
City-School joint recreation agreement.
c. Coordinating Council meeting and activities.
d. Chamber of Commerce Welcome Parties.
e. Upon approval by the Recreation Commission, an
activity that is,
1. Sponsored and conducted by a local service, civic,
school or church organization, and must be community
wide in scope and participation, and perferably
recreational and/or educational in nature.
2. That is not of a fund raising nature,
3• That is open to the public,
4. That is not of a commercial or business nature.
The Manager recommended that the "Rental Fees for Use of
Lynwood Recreation and Parks Department Facilities" be
amended to add a new rule, 20-a-II to include the above
activities. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded
by Councilman Stevens, that the City Council concur in
'
the City Manager
s recommendation. All members voting
~ aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried.
The Manager reported that at the last meeting of the
Recreation Commission approved a request from the Greater
Long Beach Girl Scout Council Modjeska Neighborhood for
a waiver of fees for the use of Bateman Hall on June 9,
1967, for the purpose of conducting a "Mass Bridging"
ceremony. It was the Manager's recommendation that
the City Council approve the requested waiver of fees.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman
Green, that .the City Council concur in the Manager's
recommendation. All members voting aye, the Mayor
declared the motion carried.
The City Manager reported on the completion of the Report on
remodeling of the "Ol' House" located at the corner of Ol' House
Wright Road and Century Boulevard. He stated it has opening
received final approval from the Building Inspector and May 7
has been scheduled for reopening on Sunday, May 7th from
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. He informed the Council that the City
Council, Department Heads, and various School District
dignitaries are invited to a special pre-open house tour
at 12:30 p.m, on May 7. He also reported that the Art
*-- Association has collected over $800 which will be donated
to the City .for the purpose of kitchen equipment for
the Art House.
The City Manager recalled that on March 17, 1967, he had Report on
informed the Council that the City's three year lease with Parking lot
the First Christian Church for use of their parking lot lease -
at 3321 Mulford Expired in April. At that time the First
Manager had indicated that the $200 per month rental requested Christian
by the Church was excessive and that further negotiation Church
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Report on would take place. Since that time, a compromise agreement
parking lot of $175 per month on a three year lease has been offered
lease - by a representative of the church. While this price
First appears quite reasonable, due tc the financial condition
Christian of the City and since the City is in the process of
Church developing a parking lot of nearly equal size on the
south side of Beechwood, he did not feel. he could
recommend approval of the subject agreement.
Mr. Larry Pettijohn, representing the Christian Church,
discussed the matter of the lease with the City Council.
He stated they are presently paying $800 per year in
taxes, and if they dosed the lot they will have no
income from it, but will pay no taxes. The possibility
of the church renting parking spaces on the lot was
discussed, as well as the possibility of a one year
agreement. Mr. Pettijohn said he felt the church would
negotiate in anyway possible There was no action taken
on the matter at this time.
Report & Bid The City Manager presented a request for authority to
call re advertise for bids for a telephone equipment room. He
telephone recalled that as part of the 1966-67 Capital Budget
equip. room a modernization of the telephone system was proposed
May 15 at an estimated cost of $9,600_ The installation of
the system requires construction of a new equipment
room meeting the specifications of the telephone company.
The plans call for a brick structure located on the north
side of the Police Building and the City Engineer has
estimated that the building itself will cost approximately
$4,000 to construct. The electrical portion of the work
could cost an additional $10,200. The report stated that
the only way to actually determine the cost, however, is
to call for bids with the stipulation that the Council
will have the right to refuse any and all bids if the
final price is excessive. It was the Manager's
recommendation that the City Council call for separate
bids on the construction of the telephone room and the
installation of all necessary electrical work to be
received no later than 10 a.m. May 15th, 1967, in the
City Clerk's office.
After a discussion of the need for and benefits of such
a telephone system, it was moved by Councilman Stevens,
seconded by Councilman Smith, that the City Council
concur in the recommendations of the City Manager.
All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Report re The Manager reported that as requested recently by the
gutters on City Council, he has investigated the cost and feasibility
Atlantic Ave of raising of gutters on Atlantic Avenue between the north
city limits and Fernwood Avenue. In the locations where
the work has been done it is proved to aid parking
conditions considerably. The estimated cost of the
project of completing such a project is $20,580, but
due to limitations of general fund money in the immediate
future, the Manager did not feel he could recommend
continuing this project at this time.
Report re The City Manager reported on the City Engineer's investiga-
left turn tion of construction of left turn signals on Imperial
signals Imp. Highway at Atlantic Avenue. It appears there is a need
& Atlantic for improved traffic contrcl at this intersection and
the report described the type of equipment available to
effect improvement. The cost of fully transistorized
controller is $11,500 and the required signal heads
and traffic island would bring the total cost of the
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project to $25,000. As this intersection is now the Left turn
most dangerous in the City, expenditure of Gas Tax signals at
construction funds would be justified. The Manager Imperial &
recommended that the City Council authorize preparation Atlantic
of plans for the construction of left turn signals at approved.
Atlantic Avenue and Imperial Highway to be financed from
Gas tax construction funds. It was moved b y Councilman
Smith, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the City
Council concur in the recommendations of th e City Manager.
All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion
carried.
The City Manager informed the City Council that the term Wilbert
of Mr. Wilbert Malchow on the Personnel Board expires on Malchow
May 15, 1967. The report stated that since this is the reappointed
prescribed date for reorganization of the commission, it Personnel
would be appreciated if an appointment could be made as Board to
soon as possible, and that Mr. Malchow has indicated a May 15,1971
willingness to serve again.
It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that Mr. Wilbert Malchow be appointed as a
member of the Personnel Board for an additional four
year term commencing May 15, 1967. All members voting
aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried.
The Manager reported that four quotations have been Report re
received from the economic consultants for the study of Economic
the downtown area. He suggested that the interviewing Consultants
committee meet to review the proposals. After discussion,
it was agreed that the interviewing committee would meet
on Thursday, May 4th, 1967 at 4:00 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Councilman Stevens said he wished to congratualte Police
Officer Burns recently promoted to Lieutenant and Police
Officer Kryger recently promoted to Sergeant.
Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, requested that the
CB-1 ordinance be amended in order that other than applicants
can appeal a decision. The request was referred to the
City Attorney for appropriate action.
ADJOURN
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned.
City C1 rk, City of Lynwood
APPROVED MAY 16, 1967