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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1967-07-05 - CC~~ l REGULAR MEETING JULY 5, 1967 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 Byork in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens answered the roll call. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the minutes of the regular meeting of June 20, 1967, and the minutes of the special meeting of June 23, 1867, be approved as written. The Mayor read a proclamation de5igriating the period of July 2 to 8, 1967, as National Safe Boating Week and July 8, 1967, as Safe Boating Day, as requested by the Lynwood Power Squadron. 1967-68 BUDGET The Manager presented for the Council's consideration and adoption the 1967-68 Fiscal Budget and read his annual budget message. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the 1967-68 Fiscal Budget be approved and adopted as prepared and presented by the City Manager. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. The Manager presented a report on the adoption of the salary resolution for the 1967-68 fiscal year and briefly outlined the changes from the previous year and recommended adoption of RESOLUTION N0. 67-46 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD SETTING FORTH THE SALARIES BY CLASSIFICATION OF ITS OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES,, AND OTHER BENEFITS." It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Green, that said resolution be adopted. Councilman Green questioned accrual of forty hours of overtime as shown on page 5 of the Salary Resolution. After discussion of the goal of .keeping accrued overtime to a minimum, the resolution was corrected to read "Upon written request of the employee, the department head may permit the accrual of overtime equal to one-half work week." ~~ With consent of the motion to read that amended. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: None. ~,,,_ Absent: None. second, Councilman Stevens changed his Resolution No. 67-46 be adopted, as Byork, Green, .Siokos, Smith, Stevens. The Manager presented his report on the promotion and publicity budget for the Chamber of Commerce for the. 1967-68 Fiscal Year. The ,direct advertising ,portion of the budget was questioned by Councilman Smith,. who stated he believed the primary objective of the agreement with the Chamber is to advertise the City as a desirable place to work. and live, and to promote business and industry and it does not appear to him that the objective Safe Boating Week - July 2 to 8, 196' Adoption of 1967-68 Budget Res. 67-46 Salary Reso. 1967-68 Report on Chamber of Commerce 1967-68 Fiscal Budge ,..~. ~6 Chamber of Commerce budget held over is being fulfilled. Councilman Stevens inquired what national advertising and what west coast advertising is being done. the next regular meeting. As there was no Chamber representative present to answer the questions brought up by the Council concerning the budgeted items, the Mayor announced that consideration of the Chamber of Commerce budget would be held over to The Manager presented a report on the promotion budget for the Lynwood Jaycees and stated that under the terms of the advertising promotion and publicity agreement with the Jaycees, it is customary to approve their annual budget by projects, and recommended approval by the adoption of an appropriate resolution. Mr. Ray Yancy, Jaycee President, discussed the various Jaycee projects with the Council and explained the various programs contained in the budget and stated that the July 4th program is the only revenue producing project the Jaycees have. Councilman Green asked if the Jaycees have a contract with the City for the July 4th program, and the City Manager informed him that under the promotion contract with the Jaycees, they are required to conduct the July 4th celebration. Res. 67-47 RESOLUTION N0. 67-47 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE Adopting CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOCATING FUNDS TO Jaycees 1867-THE LYNWOOD JAYCEES FOR ADVERTISING, PROMOTION, AND 68 Budget PUBLICITY." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Green,'that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. DEMANDS RESOLUTION Res. 67-48 RESOLUTION N0. 67-48 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY. Demands COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR." It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Smith, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS The Manager reported on proposed parking limitations on Imperial Highway east of Santa Fe Avenue. He stated that both the Chief of Police and City Engineer have recommended that the south side of Imperial Highway from Alameda Street to Santa Fe Avenue be restricted by both red zone and two hour parking limitations. The red zone is proposed to extend from Alameda Street 150 feet east to the first driveway entering the Western Gear property. Following a short red zone on the east side of-the driveway it is proposed that eight cars be permitted to park under a two hour limitation. Approximately 100 feet from Santa Fe Avenue, a red zone would be placed to permit proper line of sight for fir motorists leaving the Western Gear property's main entrance. The Manager recommended that a resolution be adopted to effect the proposed no parking and two hour parking limitations. RESOLUTION N0. 67-4g entitled: "A RESOLUTION SUPPLEMENTING Res. 67-4g RESOLUTION N0. 67-9 DESIGNATING A CERTAIN STREET WHERE Parking PARKING DURING CERTAIN HOURS IS LIMITED." was presented. limits on It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman portion of Green, that said resolution be adopted. Imperial Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. RESOLUTION N0. 67-50 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Res. 67-50 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REQUESTING AN ALLOCATION Request to OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF allocate Co. SELECT SYSTEM STREETS." was presented. Aid to Citie funds The manager explained that the County of Los Angeles provides certain funds to the City for maintenance for those streets on the approved select system of streets and the subject resolution requests allocation of $55,199.00 for that purpose. 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. REPORTS AND REQUESTS A letter from the Park Department employees was read in Executive which they requested permission to present a statement Session re concerning reclassification of Utility Maintenance Man Park Dept. position. (Copies of this statement were furnished to employees the City Council prior to the meeting), request Mr. Bob Chaney, Park Department .employees representative, was present to answer any questions the City Council might have. Mayor Byork asked Mr. Chaney if he would prefer to discuss the matter with the City Council in executive session and suggested that if he wished to do so, that he be accompanied by another of the park employees. Mr. Chaney stated that he would prefer the executive session. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the Council adjourn to executive session. Following the executive session, the Mayor called the meeting to order. The request of the Hospital Charity Fund, Inc. for permission Hospital ~--- to conduct its annual fund drive from August 1 to September Charity Fund 30, 1867 was presented, together with a copy of the Los drive August ( Angeles County Public Information Card concerning the fund 1 to Sept 3C drive. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that permission be granted. The Manager reported that the Planning Commission has Planning recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Mr. Commission I. D. Weiner who intends to remove the existing service station reports ~~~ Weiner and garage and construct a building of approximately conditional 6,000 square feet at the southeast corner of Atlantic use permit and Fernwood Avenues. He has requested permission to approved use the rear portion of the building for a coin operated laundry which is not a permitted use in a CB-1 zone. The Commission has approved the request and asked the concurrence of the City Council. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Council concur in the Planning Commission's action in approving a conditional use permit to allow the use of a portion of a building proposed to be constructed at the southeast corner of Atlantic and Fernwood Avenues for a coin operated laundry. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. Charles J. The Manager reported that the Planning Commission has also Ryan approved the request of Mr. Charles J. Ryan for a conditional conditional use permit to operate a retail furniture store use permit at 11730-32 Atlantic Avenue. In this case, while the approved. furniture store is a permitted use in a CB-1 zone, the Planning Commission waived the off-street parking requirements of the CB-1 zone with the request that time limitations be investigated for the removal of a non-conforming building on the rear of the property for future use as a parking area. The Manager explained that the time limit has not yet been established for removal of the building as the age of the building must first be determined. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that the City Council concur in the Planning Commission's recommendation. Renewal of The City Manager reported that each year the City must State renew its contract with the State Personnel Board for Personnel testing services. The Manager recalled that under Board the contract the City receives prepared examinations Contract which are administered by City personnel and returned to the State Cooperative Personnel Service Division for grading. He also reported that examining procedures have improved greatly whereas the direct cost has been reduced approximately $1,000 per year. He stated that the cost will continue to be $50.00 per test for the coming year and recommended that the City Council authorize the renewal of the contract with the State Personnel Board and direct the Mayor to execute the contract on behalf of the City. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the City Council concur in the recommendations of the City Manager. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. absent: None. Report on 'As requested by~the City Council at a recent meeting, the tree plantingCity Manager presented a report on his investigation of program a tree planting program. Prices have been obtained for three types of trees, liquidambar, bottlebrush and cupania and the average price for a six foot tree will be $pproximately $2.90. Cost of stakes and labor will result in a total cost per tree of approximately $5.10. Assuming a replacement of 100 trees per year, the total cost would be $510 the first year barring any price increases. In his report the Manager agreed that if the i~ trees are to be replaced, the work must be done at City expense as based upon experience less than 20% of the trees will be purchased and planted by the property owners. The Manager anticipated that the City will have $6,000 in unappropriated and unallocated funds in the capital budget for the coming year, and the estimated $510 expenditure could be made from these funds. The Manager recommended that the City Council approve the policy of replacing trees with the following definite stipulations: 1. That city forces will replace trees removed from the parkway only as time permits and not as the property owners desire it. 2. The type of tree to be planted will be based upon the discretion of the Street Superintendent, on that which will be most compatible with the aesthetics of the area, and on the price of the various trees at the time of purchase. Councilman Smith said he did not believe the bottlebrush would be a desirable street tree, and the City Manager stated that the canariensis is also being considered. Councilman Siokos said he was very strongly in favor of a tree planting program and moved that the City institute a tree planting program. The motion was seconded by Councilman Green. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. The Manager presented for the Council's information and study copies of the water system report prepared by the J. M. Covington Corporation, and said that no action was required at this time. The Manager reported on the telephone room construction quotations. The specifications were modified to eliminate the air conditioning system and the trenching for the conduit from the proposed building to Bullis Road, and when the contractors have amended their quotations, he will recommend that the City proceed with this budgeted work. He said he expects to have this ready for Council approval at the July 18th meeting. He also informed the Council that he and two members of the City Council visited the City of Gardena to inspect their telephone system which is exactly the same as that proposed for Lynwood. He said that after viewing the Gardena installation he wishes to delay proceeding with the installation until the most suitable location can be determined to preclude the necessity of seeking more space within a few years. The City Manager reported that the terms of various city commissioners expired on June 30th, 1967, as follows: Planning Commission: Kenneth McJimsey and Dr. Taylor Jackman ~,._ Recreation Commission: Pete Brunner Parking Commission: Jack Weaver. The report stated that all of the commissioners have indicated a willingness to serve the city for additional four year terms. Report on tree plantin program Report on water survey Report on telephone room construction Renewal of various Terms of Office As the Mayor wished to proceed with the appointments at this meeting, it was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded ~-~~U Renewal of Smith, and carried, that Kenneth McJimsey and Dr. various Taylor Jackman be reappointed as members of the Planning terms of Commission for additional four year terms. office Councilman Smith nominated Pete Brunner for appointment to an additional four year term on the Recreation Commission. There being no further nomination, the Mayor declared Pete Brunner appointed to a four year term as a member of the Recreation Commission. Mayor Byork said that Jack Weaver has indicated a willingness to serve another term on the Parking Commission and asked if there were any other nominations. There being none, Mayor Byork declared Jack Weaver appointed to an additional term as a member of the Parking Commission. Josephine The Manager presented a report on the bids received for et al 1911 the Improvement of Josephine Avenue et al under the 1911 Act bid Act Procedure. He reported that six bids were received awarded to and that Silveri Construction Co. was the low bidder Silveri at a price $18,876.20. The City Manager recommended Cons. Co. that the City Council award the contract for the Josephine Avenue et al 1911 Act project to the low bidder, Silveri Construction Co., for a total bid price of $18,876.20. He stated that funds for the project are derived from direct assessment of the property owners and a donation of 40% of the cost from the City's capital improvement fund. Res. 67-51 RESOLUTION N0. 67-51 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF Awarding CONTRACT IN THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT OF Josephine JOSEPHINE STREET ET AL BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF CURBS, 1911 Act bid GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES, INCLUDING ALL INCIDENTAL to Silveri AND APPURTENANT WORK." was presented. It was moved by Cons. Co. Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Smith, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Stevens informed the members of the Council that although Lynwood has not claimed the Village of San Vincente in lower California as its sister city, he had received a telegram from the Mayor of the village referring to Lynwood as its "sister" city, and extending congratulations and best wishes on the 4th of July. Councilman Stevens also presented a plaque from the Lynwood Jaycees dedicating the baseball dugouts at Powell field to the citizens of Lynwood. Councilman Stevens also said he had talked to the President of the Long Beach Model T Club who said they might be present in~a group for the parade and auto display at the 4th of July celebration next year. Comments on July 4th Councilmen Smith and Siokos both commented on the excellent celebration work of city forces in handling the large crowd present at the City Park during the July 4th celebration. Mayor Byork commented on the improvement made in the Percy Herbert Jewelry Store and said he was pleased to see the effort being made to upgrade the boulevard. ~~~ He also asked the City Manager to investigate the possibility of installation of a stop signal at Sue and LeSage Streets. Mayor Byork also announced that Mr. Robert Driscoll, Chief Bob Driscoll Building Inspector, will retire from the City on July 7th, retires 1967. Mr. Romaniello, 11651 Atlantic Avenue, addressed the Council to request that parking places be marked on the southside of Brewster Street immediately west of Atlantic Avenue. Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, addressed the Council to comment on the tree planting program and suggested that - possibly the project could be carried further by planting trees if the citizens would pay for the trees, and perhaps and entire block of trees could be put in at one time if the citizens would be willing to pay. Mayor Byork said this has been considered, but at this time the Street Department is too busy and the City does not have the source of trees to'make it possible right now. He said he hoped eventually that such a program might be worked out. Mr. Rokos also commented on the Chamber of Commerce Jerry Rokos budget and commended the Jaycees for their activites, comments on but questioned some items of the Chamber budget, specifically Chamber and funds spent for fireworks and advertising; he also Jaycees questioned whether or not the City has adequate control budget of funds budgeted for Chamber activities. ADJOURN It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman. Stevens, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned. ~, .-~ ~ . .~i,~-yam ~ ~` r~ _ Clerk, City of L ~nwood APPROVED JULY 18, 1967 Ma or of the Ci y o Lynwoo f