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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1968-03-05 - CCJ ~~ REGULAR MEETING MARCH 5, 1968 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 Green, seconded by Councilman Smith, and carried, that the minutes of the regular meeting of February 20, 1968, be approved as written. Res. 68-1.5 RESOLUTION N0. 68-1.~ entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Demands COUNCIL OF THE CI'~Y OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Green, that said resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ord. First An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LYNWOOD read CITY CODE ADDING AN ADDITIONAL ARTICLE, THAT IS ARTICLE concerning VII TO CHAPTER 22 PROVIDING FOR THE ABATEMENT AND REMOVAL abandoned AS PUBLIC NUISANCES OF ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED OR vehicles INOPERATIVE VEHICLES OR PARTS THEREOF FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY OR PUBLIC PROPERTY NOT INCLUDING HIGHWAYS AND RECOVERY OF COSTS OF ADMINISTRATION THEREOF AS AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 22660 VEHICLE CODE." was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Green, that further reading be waived. In answer to inquiries the Council was informed that public highways and public property were excluded from the provisions of the ordinance as they are covered under the State Vehicle Code; that vehicles will be picked up, and that final disposition cannot be made prior to a hearing. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. It was moved by Councilman Smith, 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, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Resolution A resolution supporting the City supporting efforts to bring the 1976 Summer bringing 1976was presented. It was moved by Summer seconded by Councilman Stevens, Olympics to adopted. L.A. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Noes: None. Absent: None. of Los Angeles in its Olympics to Los Angeles Councilman Green, that said resolution be ~* Siokos, Smith, Stevens. 9 3' WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A letter from Assemblyman Floyd L. Wakefield was read in which he informed the Council that he has withdrawn his name as co-author of AB 114 for the reason that the bill deals only with topless waitresses and not entertainers. However, he is supporting Senate Bill No. 425 which, if passed, would afford the City broader authority in controlling topless establishments and permit the Council to adopt an ordinance which the Police Chief could enforce. Senate Bill 425 was read and the Clerk was requested to provide copies to each Councilman. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the letter be accepted and filed. REPORTS AND REQUESTS The application of David Millard for a special permit to conduct an auto wrecking business at 11550 Check Avenue was presented. The Council was informed that the occupancy permit has been approved by the Building Department and by the Fire Prevention Bureau; that the use is a permitted one in the zone and that the Police Chief's investigative report reveals no reason why a business license for operation of a wrecking yard should not be issued. In answer to an ~_nquiry from the Council Chief Dayton said the applicant indicated his willingness to erect a solid fence around the premises with the exception of the gates. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Smith, and carried, that David Millard's request for a ~p~cial permit be approved. The Manager reported for the Council's information that at the last meeting 'when riot control training was being discussed the Council was not informed that in August of 1967 members of the Police Department had attended training programs on this subject. Captain Miller and Lieutenant Burns attended a one day session conducted by the-Sheriff's office. Sergeants Stern and Thomas have also been sent to a similar two-day training session: Those who have had this training will relay the information to all members of the Police Department. The report also stated that the City's primary responsibility in the event of riot is to make the situation known to the Sheriff who is responsible for county wide law enforcement and whose office is the only one with the authority to call. up the National Guard. Letter from Floyd Wake- field re AB 114 and SB 425 Millard, auto wrecking permit approved 11550 Check Avenue Report on riot control train- ing for police officers For the Council's information, the Manager presented a Report on report on pending legislation with the recommendation that pending legis- no action be taken until the bills themselves are available,lation. as follows: 1. AB 79 requiring that all full-time police officers be furnished with various specified items of equipment, the bill requiring the State to provide funds sufficient to purchase the required equipment. 2. AB 81 requiring that the Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training establish optional minimum standards of compensation, retirement allowances and other fringe benefits, and providing that the commission shall assist in paying compensation of such officers. 3. AB 114 declares that the legislature intends to occupy the field of regulation of obscene matter, dangerous 9~ Report on weapons, etc., but does not intend to occupy the field of pending regulation of topless waitresses, gambling and gaming, legislation intoxicated persons, etc. Such legislation may permit local ordinances to prohibit this type of activity. 4. AB 282 and 283. These bills would establish collective bargaining procedures for public employees. 5. AB 310 requires election to fill a vacancy in any elective city office rather than permitting the Council to appoint a person to fill the vacancy. 6. ACA 4. This constitutional amendment would establish a maximum property tax on any single family dwelling occupied by the owner at l~ of full cash value. 7. SB 47 would permit newsmen to remain at the site of a riot, etc. despite an order by a public official to disperse. 8. SB 66 would authorize general law cities to provide employee merit awards. Report on The Manager reported on the proposed Los Flores Boulevard Los Flores widening project for which plans and specifications are Boulevard now being prepared. As the major objection to the project widening by the property owners is based upon the possibility that on-street parking would be permitted on both sides of the street, thus losing the advantage of the widening, an alternative proposal has been studied, that of establishing Los Flores Boulevard as a one-way street with the direction of traffic to be from Imperial Highway to California Avenue. The report contained a summation of the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a one-way traffic pattern and concluded with the recommendation that the City proceed with the preparation of plans and specifica- tions for the widening project; that the street be widened to 31 feet to the angel point west of Imperial and 40 feet from said point to imperial; that the present parking restrictions remain in effect except from the angle point to Imperal Highway, and that, at the time of the public hearing on the improvement, the City Council make inquiry of the affected property owners as to their desire for or against a one-way street. After a brief discussion of the problem, it was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Smith, and carried, that a questionnaire be sent to the property owners stating the following questions: 1. The street be widened and one-way traffic be established with parking on both sides of the street. 2. Widen the street with two-way traffic and with parking on only one side. 3. No widening of the street. Annual St. The Manager reported that the City is now entering the lighting second year of a three year lighting assessment program. assessment During the coming year the rates for maintenance and report energy of both Edison owned and City owned street lights will remain the same as the existing schedule. The report provided the rates per front foot for the various street lights for a total figure of $68,080.44 for energy maintenance, replacement and upgrading. During the past year 287 - 2500 Lumen lights were changed to 7000 lumen mercury vapor lights, 8 - 6,000 lumen incandescent lights ~~ were changed to 7000 lumen mercury vapor lights, and one 4000 lumen incandescent light was changed to a 7000 lumen mercury vapor light. He reported that the upgrading program will be continued in the coming assessment year. He presented RESOLUTION N0. 68-16 entitled: "A RESOLUTION DIRECTING, THE PREPARATION OF A REPORT OF MAINTENANCE OF STREET LIGHTS IN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD FOR THE TWELVE-MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 1968." 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. The Mayor announced that the City Manager has been asked to post a map showing the street light upgrading that has been completed and indicating the next section of the town to be upgraded. He also stated that the work should be completed by the middle of the summer with the exception of the City owned lights. It was moved by Councilman Siokos, seconded by Councilman Smith, and carried, that the City Council adjourn to an executive session for the purpose of discussing a personnel matter. Following the executive session, the meeting was called to order. Councilman Smith stated that the purpose of the executive session was to discuss filling of a vacancy on the Personnel Board, and he placed in nomination the name of Kenneth Lord. The Mayor inquired if there were any further nominations. As there were none, it was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that a unamimous ballot. be cast for Mr. Kenneth Lord to serve as Personnel Board member. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Stevens asked the City Manager about the feasibility of placing signs in certain areas to keep cars from parking all night, and the Manager stated that the matter is still under investigation. He also asked if all night parking at State Street and. Los Flores and State Street and Flower could not be investigated as the streets were not being swept because of the parked cars. In answer to Councilman Stevens inquiry about a recent police officer examination, the testing and hiring procedures were explained by Mr. Lazzaretto and Chief Darton. Councilman Stevens said he wished to commend Officer O'Rourke for his observation and apprehension of criminals at Bullis Road and Palm Avenue. Councilman Siokos expressed concern about two firemen injured at a fire on March 4 . Mayor Byork introduced Mr. Dan Shepard, Herald American newspaper representative. Mr. John Kanka, 5.1.31 Walnut, asked if the provisions on the ordinance regarding abandoned cars would be .published in the paper. He was informed that the ordinance would be published following adoption. Res. 68-16 Concerning street lighting assessment 1968-69 Kenneth Lord appointed to Personnel Board Discussion regarding all night parking a~ Mr. Kanka also asked that when department heads are called upon that they identify themselves for the benefit of those present to whom they are not known. Discussion Councilman Siokos asked if publicity cannot be given to regarding the dates during which absentee ballots can be obtained absentee and the City Clerk stated it was her intention to request voting for the newspapers to publicize the absentee ballot procedure. April 9 election ADJOURN It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Smith, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned. it Clerk, City o Lynwooc~~ APPROVED MARCH 19, 1968 .--- _ ,t ayor of the City of Lynwood