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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1972-07-05 - CC~~ ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JULY 5, 1972 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 7:00 p.m. Mayor Morris in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens answered the roll call. After discussion of various items appearing on the agenda for the regular meeting of July 5, 1972, the meeting was adjourned to executive session. Following the executive session, it was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded, and eapried, that the meeting be adjourned. ~'' Ca ~~City Clerk, City of ynwood APPROVED LY 18, 1972 r~ -'~' of t e City of Lynwood 44 REGULAR MEETING JULY 5, 1972 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 Morris in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens r... answered the roll call. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of May, 16, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 6, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 7, 1972; special meeting of June 19, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 20, 1972; regular meeting of June 20, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 22, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 26, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 29, 1972; adjourned regular meeting of June 30, 1972, be approved as written. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Oral Mrs. Diane Merrill, 3283 Tenaya Avenue, addressed the Communication Council to request that all fireworks be banned in the City of Lynwood. The Mayor asked that a study be made to determine the value of continuing to permit the sale of fireworks withint~e community. Mr. Cass Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, provided the Council with a list of real estate dealers who are in violation of the sign ordinance or who are not licensed to do business within the city. Mr. Richard C. Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, also spoke on the same matter, and described the method of licensing outside realtors based upon information received from the licensing department. Councilman Liewer recommended that these firms be cited within twenty-four hours after any uncertainty about licensing procedure is cleared between the City Clerk and the City Attorney. Mr. Richard Waranius also recommended that the membership of the Real Estate Practices Commission be composed entirely of lay citizens and further recommended that adjourned Council meetings be advertised at least forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date. The City Attorney explained the existing State statutes governing the various types of meetings. Mrs. Lee Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, addressed the Council regarding the problem of abandoned houses in the southern part of the city and lack of '~'" enforcement of the "blockbusting" ordinance, and asked if its provisions have been tested. She was informed that it has not been tested in California but that a similar ordinance has been tested in 4 New Jersey and has been upheld. Mr. Gerald Corbin, -2841 Imperial Highway, complained about an M-1 use being carried on in a C-3 zone at 2837 Imperial Highway. The Mayor asked Building Official Jack DeJong to investigate and report to the Council and to inform Mr. Corbin of the findings in the matter. Mr. Corbin also inquired about the storm drain on Imperial Highway near his residence, and the City Engineer informed the Council that he has contacted the State Division of Highways and it appears that their alignment might encroach into the intersection and it does not appear prudent to install a costly lateral if that is the case. PUBLIC HEARING The Mayor announced that the time set for public hearing on the adoption of an Open Space Element to the General Plan had arrived, and asked for information concerning said hearing. The City Manager presented a report on the Interim Open Space and Environmental Element to the General Plan which has been reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission, which has recommended its adoption by the City Council. The Mayor inquired if any present wished to be heard. Mr. Bob Mason inquired if adoption of this element would require condemnation of property and its removal from the tax rolls. He was informed that adoption of this element is required under state statute, and no specific acquisition is contemplated at this time. The City Attorney described the various phases of the open space element such as Inventory of Existing Open Space, Standards and Criteria, Projections of Needs and Deficienceis, Descriptive Development Statement, Statement of Responsibilities, Method of Implementation, and Program and System. The Mayor again inquired if anyone wished to be heard. As there was no response, he declared the hearing closed. RESOLUTION N0. 72-75 entitled: "A RESOLUTION AMENDING-THE INTERIM OPEN SPACE AND ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, '""" CALIFORNIA," was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Rowe, that Resolution No. 72-75 be adopted. Roll Call: Public hearing Adoption of Open Space Element to General Plan Res. 72=75 amending Gener< Plan re Open Space Element Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. 4~ MANAGEMENT STUDIES AND REPORTS L.A. Co. App. The Manager presented a report and LosAngeles County for funding Application for Funding under the Emergency Employment under E.E.A. Act of 1971, and recommended that the Council approve submittal of the grant application and authorize the City Manager as Liaison Official to execute the application to the Los Angeles County Manpower Programs r..~ Division. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Council concur in the Manager's recommendations. In response to questions from the Council, the City Manager stated that the funds would permit employment of two additional police officers, an electrical maintenanceman, and park security guard, and that all of the positions are over and above the city's regular manning table. All members of the Council voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. E.E.A amend- The Manager recommended that the Council authorize the ment to Sub- Mayor to execute an Amendment to Sub-Agent Agreement Agent Agree. regarding Modification 2-F of the Emergency Employment Act which will provide surplus funds which can be used for part-time summer recreation department personnel. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Council concur in the Manager's recommendation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. L.A. Co. A report on the Los Angeles County Urban Fund Program Urban Fund under which the City can request allocation of Urban Program Fund Apportionment to be included in the County Aid to Cities Funds for maintenance of select system streets was presented by the City Manager, who recommended approval of a resolution requesting the allocation. Res. 72-76 RESOLUTION N0. 72-76 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE L. A. Co. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REQUESTING ITS Urban Fund URBAN FUND APPORTIONMENT TRANSFERRED TO THE COUNTY Program AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SELECT SYSTEM STREET," was presented. It was moved by Councilman Stevens, seconded by Councilman Liewer, that Resolution No. 72-76 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. Acceptance of The City Manager recommended acceptance of a right right of way of way dedication for property located at the dedication southeast corner of Long Beach Boulevard and Brent Enter- Michigan Avenue from Brent Enterprises, Inc., and prises, Inc. authorize the City Clerk to record the document with the County Recorder. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Council- man Stevens, and carried, that the Council concur in the Manager's recommendations. ~~ The Manager recommended that the Council approve the sale of city-owned land located at the northeast corner of Beechwood Avenue and Peach Street, and authorize the Mayor to execute the Corporation Grant Deed. It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Councilman Rowe, that the Council approve the sale and authorize execution of the deed. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. FINANCE REPORT Sale of City property - NE cor of Beechwood & Peach RESOLUTION No. 72-77 entitled: "A RESOLUTION Res. 72-77 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD Demands ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR," was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, that Resolution No. 72-77 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS Information Bulletin No. 72-12 was presented. Departmental With regard to the letter from the Chamber of reports ,.~-~. Commerce regarding the business license fee for the Annual Fall Festival, it was moved by Council- - man Liewer, seconded by Councilman Stevens, that the Chamber's half of the required license fee be waived. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Liewer, Morris, Rowe, Stevens. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that the Bulletin be received and filed. Councilman Liewer announced that the next meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Committee will be held on July 13, 1972. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that Citizens' Service Request Log No. 72-11 be received and filed. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that Public Works !"` EEA Work Summary be received and filed. CITY CLERK'S AGENDA A group of claims for damage to automobiles Claims for resulting from paint overspray were presented. It damage deni~ was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by 4$ Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the claims be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. COUNCIL AGENDA Council new Councilman Stevens said he had talked earlier to the business City Manager about investigating the free flow of •..~ swimming pool water onto the public streets; he also asked that the chair assigned to the Lynwood Press reporter be repaired. He inquired of the City Manager the status of the Mobilease agreement, and was informed that there would be a new lease presented for the Council'a consideration at the next Council meeting, In response to Councilman Stevens' inquiry about the Denser Tire storage yard, the Manager said the Phoenix process did not work out, and that the Council may wish to look at some zoning alternatives next. Council- man Stevens recommended that the Council instruct the City Manager to take the necessary steps to do something about the problem. Councilman Stevens also commented on the hard work being done at the Community Garden by Mr, and Mrs. Pengra, and said that if anyone had surplus garden tools they could be put to use there. Councilman Liewer expressed the hope that the City staff will start citing the realtors who are violating the city ordinances. Councilman Byork commented on the favorable calls he has received from people who have had their street lights installed. At the suggestion of Councilman Rowe, Chief Darton explained the result of a traffic survey of the intersection of Long Beach Boulevard and Carlin Avenue which was made in response to citizen complaints about the excessive number of accidents occurring at that location. Councilman Byork asked for clarification of laws applicable to operations of bicycles and he was informed of the State laws regulating the use of bicycles. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Oral Mr. George Higgins, 5300 Cortland Avenue, addressed communication the Council to inquire if there is any penalty if the city uses EEA employees in place of permanent personnel. The City Attorney commented that if the City is, in fact, using EEA funds for unauthorized purposes then the city would be liable to pay the money back, and he would suppose be liable to "`~ pay the legal rate of interest on the money during the time it was used. Mr. Higgins also spoke about Mr. Arlyn Weber having been assigned to help in the matter of the Denser Tire Company disposal problem, and suggested that 4J more help might be available from the County. He Oral also commended the Lynwood Jaycees for their communications excellent Fourth of July program in the city park. Mr. Cass Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, spoke about the 4-10 plan recently commenced in the Police department, and commended the Council for instituting the program. Mr. Archie Legg spoke to commend the Police Reserves for the way in which they carried out their responsibilities on the Fourth of July. He also asked if some improvement cannot be made in the sound system in the Council Chambers. Mr. Legg asked if the CV Disposal Company cannot be required to replace the trash containers in the parkway rather than in the street. Mr. Bob Mason, 4337 Cortland Avenue, suggested improvements that might be made so that trash barrels would not be bent out of shape while being emptied. He also suggested the possible use of the Desser tires for barriers at freeway abutments and similar places. Mr. Jim Laird, 10930 Colyer Avenue, inquired about a permit to drive his diesel tractor to his home. After discussing the problem with the Council, the Mayor suggested that he talk to the Director of Public Works to see if a solution can be worked out. Mr. Evans, 3816 Lugo, complained about a tow truck which parks at a residence in his neighborhood and leaves its radio on to the annoyance of the neighbors. The Nlayor suggested that the problem be investigated by the Police Depa~nent. Mrs. Lee Waraniu spoke to express not doing enough stabilization of integrated city, standards. s, 12416 Long Beach Boulevard, the view that the Council is to carry out the goals of the city, maintenance of an and keeping up community Mr. Emmett Schwartz, 12010 Long Beach Boulevard, addressed the Council to inform them that all provisions as presented in the liability insurance binder accepted by the Council at a previous meeting have been approved, and he will be meeting with the Assistant City Manager. Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, addressed the Council to inquire about changing insurance carriers and the Mayor explained that the new proposal provides better coverage, larger limits with no "'"" deductible provisions, for less money. Mr. Rokos also expressed his pleasure upon hearing that vigorous enforcement of the sign laws is contemplated. With reference to enforcement of the real estate practices ordinance, Mr. Rokos inquired about mail solicitation and the City Attorney informed him () that if mail contains blockbusting material it would be in violation of the ordinance. Mr. Rokos inquired what the city is doing about their employees with respect to in-service training relative to human relations, and he was informed there have been no complaints about the city employees in that regard. Mr. Richard C. Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, spoke to urge that a good community stabilization be instituted. Mr. Waranius reported that "Operation ID" is going along very well. The meeting was adjourned to executive session for personnel matters. Following the executive session, the meeting was called to order. Dep. Clerk Treasurer positions be studied & It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Council- man Liewer, and carried, that the Personnel Board be to directed to study and report on the advisability of creating the positions of Deputy City Clerk and Deputy City Treasurer. Adjourn to It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by 7/18/72 at Councilman Stevens, and carried, that the meeting 7 p.m. be adjourned to July 18, 1972, at 7:00 p.m. r ~~ ~~~~ ~~~~o~~ City Clerk, City of Lynwood APPROVED JULY 18, 1972 /~~ ~~ Ma or of th ity of Lynwood •^+s