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REGULAR MEETING MAY 7, 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 Siokos in the chair.
Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens answered
the roll call.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Green, and carried, that the minutes of the regular meeting
of April 16, 1968, be approved as written.
Res. 68-28 RESOLUTION N0. 68-28 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Demands COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE
DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR."
was presented. It was moved by Councilman Smith,
seconded by Councilman Stevens, that said resolution be
adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Mayor Siokos welcomed members of the Adult School Government
class and encouraged them to ask any questions they might
have during the period of the meeting devoted to oral
communications.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public The hour of 7:30 p.m. having arrived, said hour being the
Hearing - time fixed for public hearing on the proposed adoption of
Adoption of the Health Code of Los Angeles County, the Clerk presented
Health affidavits of publication of the notice of hearing and
Code Ord. stated that the proposed ordinance had been presented for
first reading at the meeting of April 2, 1968. As there
was no one present concerning the hearing, ORDINANCE N0.
844 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING
Ord. 844 SECTIONS 16.1 AND 16.2 OF THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE TO ADOPT
Adopting PUBLIC HEALTH CODE (COUNTY ORDINANCE N0. 7583), AS
Health Code AMENDED, WITH CERTAIN EXCLUSIONS AND REPEALING SECTIONS
Amendments 4.7, 4.8, 4,10, 4.11, 4.12, 4,13, 4.14, 4,14.1, 15.5,
16,4, 16,6, 16.7, 16.8, 16.10, 16.11, 16.12, 16.13 OF
THE LYNWOOD CITY CODE." was presented for second reading.
It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Green, and carried, that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Smith, 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.
Mayor Siokos presented to Councilman Byork, a plaque in
appreciation for his service as Mayor during 1967-68.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Board of A letter and resolution from the Los Angeles County Board
Supervisors of Supervisors was presented. The Board of Supervisors
commends expressed their commendation and appreciation to the City
City for use for having used the IBM Votomatic device in the recent
of IBM Municipal Election. It was moved by Councilman Byork,
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seconded by Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the letter
and resolution be accepted and filed.
REPORTS AND REQUESTS
A request from the American Legion Auxiliary for permission Am. Legion
to sell veteran made poppies on May 24th and 25th, 1968, to sell
was presented. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded poppies 5-24
by Councilman Green, and carried, that permission be granted. & 5-25-68
A request from Lynwood Post No. 3902 Veterans of Foreign VFW to sell
Wars for permission to sell Buddy Poppies on May 24 and 25, poppies May
1968, was presented. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, 24 & 25, '68
seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that permission
be granted.
The request of Lynwood Post No. 3902 Veterans of Foreign VFW Firework;
Wars for permission to sell fireworks at the nor theast corner stand at
of Bellinger and Imperial Highway was presented. It was Bellinger
moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Council man Green, Imperial
and carried, that permission be granted.
A request from the Lynwood Swim Club for permission to sell
fireworks at 3581 Century Boulevard was presented. The
City Manager informed the Council that the location is in
a CB-l zone and a conditional use permit has been granted
by the Planning Commission fo.r the fireworks stand at
that location. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded
by Councilman Smith, and carried, that permission be granted.
The application of Rubbish Haulers, Inc. (P. J. Berokoff)
82g Gary Avenue, Montebello, for a special permit to
conduct the business of trash hauling was presented.. The
application was accompanied by the Police Department
investigative report which indicated no reason why a special
permit should not be issued. It was moved by Councilman
Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that
the special permit be granted as requested.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilman Stevens.
Noes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith.
Absent: None.
The City Manager reported on the recommendation of the
Planning Commission that the request of Mr. George
Civitelli for a variance to permit a C-3 use in ~,
C-2-a zone (construction of dog and play houses at
12501 Long Beach-Boulevard), be granted, with the
stipulation that construction be limited to the hours. of
g a.m, to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and that the
construction be conducted within an enclosed building.
The Commission further recommended that Section 8a.01, 2d
be amended to specifically permit the manufacture of dog
and play houses in a C-2-a zone. It was moved by Council-
man Stevens, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the
Council concur in the recommendations of the Planning
Commission. When questioned about the restriction as to
hours, the City Attorney stated it would not be enforceable
as the requirements could not be made more restrictive
than the ordinance. He also expressed the view that the
variance does not comply. with the. recent court decisions,
and that no legal hardship has been shown. He informed
the Council that the variance goes with the land and is
permanent, and described various conditions which may
constitute hardships for the purpose of granting variances
Lyn. Swim
Club Fire-
works stand
3581 Century
Rubbish
Haulers, Inc.
special
permit
granted
Civitelli
variance
request
presented
(12501 Long
Beach Blvd)
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Stevens, that the variance. request to permit manufacture of
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Civitelli dog and play houses be referred to the Planning Commission
variance for recommendation as to amendment of the zoning ordinance
referred to to provide that the manufacture of dog and play houses be
P.C. a permitted use in a C-2-a zone, including restrictions
as to size of the manufactured product.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: Councilman Green.
Absent: None.
Res. 68-2g The City Manager reported that Section 2156 of the Streets
approving and Highways Code required that on May 1, 1g64, the City
the 1868 prepare a complete analysis of the condition of the street
Highway system and make various estimates of projections for
Needs Report street improvements in the ensuing five and ten year
periods. The original report has been reviewed and updated
by the Engineering Department and the analysis has been
submitted to the State Highway Department. In order to
comply with the Streets and Highways Code, the Manager
recommended adoption of RESOLUTION N0. 68-29 entitled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
APPROVING THE 1868 HIGHWAY NEEDS REPORT." 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.
Smith Elec. A report on the bids received for modification of the
awarded traffic signals at Atlantic and Elmwood, and Atlantic
contract and Beechwood was presented by the City Manager. The
for traffic low bid of $6,550 was submitted by Smith Electric
signals supply (approximately $2,000 below the Engineer's
Atlantic estimate), and the Manager recommended that the City
at Beechwood Council accept the bid of Smith Electric Supply for
and Elmwood the construction of traffic signals on Atlantic at
Elmwood and Beechwood Avenues. It was moved by
Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that
the Council concur in the recommendation of the City
Manager in accepting the bid of Smith Electric Supply
for the reconstruction of traffic signals on Atlantic
at Elmwood and Beechwood Avenues.
Bid Call - The contemplated tree removal program was reported on
tree by the City Manager. He stated that the preliminary
removal estimates anticipated using $20,000 of gas tax funds for
May 31, '68 curb and gutter work. It has been determined that such
funds can be used only on a very small portion of the
project involving select system streets, necessitating
reduction of the curb, gutter and sidewalk work to a
minimum. The estimated cost of the tree removal, curb
gutter and sidewalk repair, and tree replacement is now
$32,450 as a result of the modification. He reported that
plans and specifications have been prepared and recommended
that the Council authorize a call for bids for the removal
of 18g parkway trees and the removal and repair of
hazardous curb, gutter and sidewalk.
The City Attorney suggested that there be included in the
specifications a "hold harmless" clause, and that the
contractor furnish insurance to indemnify the City against
any injury to thA contractor's employees. It was moved
by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stevens,
that the bid call for tree removal be authorized, bids
to be received on May 31, 1868, and that the insurance
provision suggested by the City Attorney be included in
the specifications.
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Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Smith, that a bid call be authorized for the removal and
repair of hazardous curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, bids
to be received on May 31, 1968, and that the specifica-
tions also include the suggested insurance provisions.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Mayor Siokos welcomed Boy Scouts Tim Smith, 11801 Duncan Scout-O-Rama
Avenue and Ron Schal, 5225 Niland Street, who were present Day May 25
in regards to the annual Scout-O-Rama Day to be held on
Saturday, May 25, 1868, at Los Angeles City College,
Cerritos College and El Gamino College.
The Manager reported on the request of the Water
Department for permission to remove from active ledgers
all uncollectible delinquent water acco~~.nts over one
year old. He recommended that the Cn~zncil authorize
transfer of said accounts to the inactive file. It was
moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stevens,
and carried, that permission to transfer all uncollectible
accounts over one year old be granted, and that collection
of all accounts over ten dollars by a collection agency
be investigated.
Report on
removal of
uncollectible
water accounts
from active
ledgers
The Manager recalled that in connection with the reconstruc- Request to
tion of Wright Road from Century Boulevard to the south
""'" accept ease-
roadway of Fernwood Avenue it was necessary to widen the ment deeds
crossing of the Southern Pacific tracks at Fernwood Avenue So. Pac. -
and the State Division of Highways required the City to Wright Road &
acquire additional five feet on the west side of Wright Fernwood
Road between north and south Fernwood Avenues for a
pedestrian walkway, as well as parcels for new curb
returns on the west side of the street. The. Southern
Pacific Company has completed formal agreements of
easement and it would now be in order for the Council
to accept the easement for street purposes and authorize
the Mayor to execute the agreements on behalf of the
City. It was moved by Councilman Smith, seconded by
Councilman Green, that said easements be accepted and
the Mayor be authorized to execute them on behalf of the
City.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Siokos, Smith, Stevens.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
The City Manager informed the Council that upon expiration Report and
of the existing lease of City property to the Girl Scouts approval of
a new lease has been prepared for the Council's considerati on. lease
He recalled that the original lease, entered into in 1952, agreement
was with the Lynwood-Compton Girl Scout Council; in 1962 Greater Long
the Lynwood-Compton Girl Scout Council was incorporated Beach Girl
into the Greater Long Beach Girl Scout Council, and the Scout Council
City Council permitted the assignment of the lease to the
Long Beach organization. The new lease which the City
Attorney has prepared covers the same property as the same
rental of $1000 per year, but it provides for termination
of the lease upon three months notice by the City, and
includes methods for determining the value of the building
and improvements. .And, if they. are no longer required by the
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Girl Scouts, they may be purchased by the City at a mutually
agreed upon valuation. The Manager recommended that the
City Council approve the lease agreement between the City
and the Greater Long Beach Girl Scout Council and authorize
the Mayor to execute said agreement. It was moved by
Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Smith,and carried,
that the Council concur in the recommendations of the
City Manager.
Report on The Manager reported for the Council's information that
employees' in a recent review of employees' sick leave records, he
sick leave found a number of employees who have had no sick leave
records during the past years, and one of these five employees,
Leo Weber, has had no sick leave since 1951. He said
he had written letters of commendation to these employees
indicating that while some may credit their record to
good health, he was inclined to credit it more to their
conscientious attitude towards their jobs and their
employer, the people of Lynwood. The Council joined the
City Manager in expression of appreciation to these
employees.
Report on A report on his recent trip to Sacramento for discussions
freeway concerning the Century Freeway was presented by the City
discussions Manager. In company with Assemblyman and Mrs. Walkefield,
Carl Zeise, South Gate C.A.Om~, and Irv Spindel, Downey
Public Works Director, he met with John Legarra of the
State Highway Department. Assurance was given that the
Highway Engineer has not amended his recommendation for
the green-orange route through Lynwood. The acoustical
problems of the proposed county hospital, the replace-
ment housing program for the Willowbrook area, and
construction techniques for the freeway were discussed.
He was assured that official data may be submitted after
receipt of the printed copies of the complete record.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned to an executive
session for the purpose of discussion of personnel matters.
Executive Following the executive session, the meeting was called
Session to order and the Mayor made the following announcements:
Siokos Rep. Mayor Siokos will remain as the City's representative to
to League the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles County Division
of the League of California Cities, with Councilman Smith
serving as alternate representative.
Councilman Smith will continue to serve as alternate member
of the Board of Directors of County Sanitation District No.
1.
Councilman Byork will continue to serve as the City's
representative to the Library Advisory Commission.
Councilman Green will serve as representative to the
East Central Area Planning Committee.
Councilman Stevens will continue to serve as a member of
the City Selection Committee of the Southern California
Rapid Transit District.
Gordon Bowen Mayor Siokos announced that nominations were open for
Personnel appointment of a member to fill 2 vacancy on the Personnel
Board Board. Councilman Smith nominated Gordon Bowen. It was
member moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Smith,
that nominations be closed, and that a unanimous ballot be
cast for Gordon Bowen as a member of the Personnel Board.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Siokos introduced Mr. Gene Hall representing the
Huntington Park Daily Signal newspaper.
Mr. Joe McMillan, 3905 Palm Avenue, addressed the Council McMillan asks
to describe the growing crime rate in his neighborhood for more
and to urge them to consider increasing personnel in the police
police department during the coming budget studies; he personnel &
also complained of the operation of a auto repossing complains of a
business in his neighborhood. HO on Palm
Mr. Ernest Hogue, 11222 Wright Road, addressed the Council
to complain of repeated burglaries at his place of business
and the time it takes the police to respond to his calls.
He also described his efforts to prevent burglary and
expressed the opinion that the Police Department is under
manned.
Mr. McMillan again addressed the Council to emphasize that
his remarks were not intended as criticism of the Police
Department as his calls have been responded to quickly
and efficiently, but he did believe more manpower was
needed.
Mr. Kent Dykas, Bell, California, addressed the Council Traffic prob-
to describe the problems he has encountered at the lem State St.
intersection of State Street and Long Beach Boulevard as & Long Beach
he is traveling in a northerly direction to proceed along Blvd.
State Street north of Tenaya Avenue. discussed
The Mayor informed him that the Chief of Police would
investigate the matter to determine what kind of improvement
can be made in traffic control at that intersection.
Mr. Joe Armitroff, 5217 Borson Street, addressed the
Council to complain of cars racing along the alley
easterly of Borson Street (the. alley into which Borson
Street dead ends).
The Mayor asked the Chief
complaint.
Councilman Green asked for
Manager a clarification. of
street; that is, primary,
of major importance . Gas
these streets.
of Pho~lice to investigate
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a"'~received from the City
the term "select" system
inter-connecting streets.
tax funds can be used for
the
Clarification-
"select"
system street
only
Councilman Green. asked is there is any type of machine
made which could cut the roots of parkway trees and keep
them from breaking up curbs and sidewalks. The Manager
informed him that there is such a machine and it has
been tried in the past, but root pruning creates a
hazard because of decreased stability of the trees during
strong winds.
Councilman Stevens inquired if the unsitely sign across
the street at the Lynwood-Compton border could not be
removed. The Manager said attempts have been made in the
past to come to the agreement with the. City of Compton
about the sign, and he will again investigate the
possibility of removing it.
Councilman Smith commented on the question he raised
during the recent municipal election concerning compliance
with the present ordinance governing signs. He asked that
the City Attorney draft an ordinance which would allow
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Discussion posting of election signs. The Mayor agreed that such an
re Posting ordinance might be worthwhile and added that such signs
of election should be limited in size and there should be time limitations
signs for their removal.
Councilman Byork thanked the Council for the plaque which
was presented to him earlier in the meeting.
Tentative The Council discussed possible dates on which to hold a
joint meet joint meeting with the Planning Commission and Dr. Ashley
May 27 at of Economics Research Associates, and the date of May
7:00 p.m. 27 at 7:00 p.m. was tentatively set for such a meeting.
The Manager informed the Council that he expects to be
able to commence budget sessions in approximately two weeks.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, ,seconded by Councilman
Stevens, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned.
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Clt Clerk, City f Lynwood
APPROVED MAY 21, 1968
yor of the Ci y of Lynwood