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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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