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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1974-08-06 - CCADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 6; 1974 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in an adjourned regular session in the City Ra11, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date at 7 p.m. Mayor Liewer in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris and Rowe answered the roll call. Also present were City Attorney Murphy and City Manager Wright. At the request of the City Attorney, the meeting was adjourned to executive session for the purpose of discussing a matter of litigation. Following the executive session, it was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned. . ~~~' ity lerk, City of ynwood APPROVED AUGUST 20, 1974 R"""" ayor t City of Lynwood REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 6 1974 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bu11is Road, on above date at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Liewer in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris and Rowe answered the roll call. Also present were the City Attorney and City Manager. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of July 16, 1974, and the regular meeting of July 16, 1974 be approved as written. Service pin The Mayor read a list of city employees being recognized awards for years of service and presented service pins to those present, Mel Rice, Douglas Simmons, James Goehring and Harold Grant. AWARD OF BIDS Street Improve. The City Manager presented a report on bids received for Bid - Copp street improvements at various locations (Gas Tax Project Paving Co. 7-150-194) and recommended that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Copp Paving Company, Inc., for the bid price of $133,912.75. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the Council concur in the recommendation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. Slurry seal bid A report on bids received for slurry seal (Gas Tax Project Pavement 7-150-195) was presented by the City Manager with the Coatings Co. recommendation that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Pavement Coatings Company for the bid price of $25,400. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the bid for slurry seal be awarded to Pavement Coatings Company for $25,000. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. Demolition bid The City Manager presented a report on bids received for Roger Roy demolition of structures from 11301 to 11329 Long Beach Boulevard (Project 6-150-187) and recommended that the bid be awarded to Roger Roy for the bid price of $19,000. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Green, that the demolition bid be awarded to Roger Roy for the bid price of $19,000. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. Demolition bid The City Manager reported on bids received for demolition Mead House of structures at 3215 El Segundo Boulevard, and recommended Wrecking Co. that the bid be awarded to Mead House Wrecking Co. for the bid price of $995. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the Council concur in the recommendation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. .~"' ~~1; A report on bids received for sale of surplus City Sale of surplus equipment was presented by the City Manager with the Equipment recommendation that the Council award the sale as follows: 1971 Dodge Polara to Harid Pena for $325, 1966 Ford to Barry Cantalano for $200, 1972 Ford to J. J. Woolf for $306, 1861 Ford Falcon to Lowell Hoffman for $205, Skymaster lift parts to B&D Contractors for $430, and authorize the sale of the Burroughs Bookkeeping Machine at the next police auction. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the Council concur in the Manager's recommendations. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: Nane. Absent: None. PUBLIC HEARINGS The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for public Public Hearing hearing on the proposed amendment of Ordinance No. 570 Zone amendment relating to reclassification of church related uses re church in residential zones. The City Manager presented a related uses report on the public hearing before the Planning Commission which recommended that church uses be per- mitted in R-1 zones subject to conditional use permits. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the proposed amendment. The Reverend Howard Gray, Pastor of the Lynton Community Church, 3945 Carlin Avenue, and Mrs. Diane Maril, 3543 Sanborn Avenue, spoke in favor of the amendment. The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the amendment. There was no response and the Mayor declared the hearing closed. An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SECTION 4.00 OF ORDINANCE N0. 570 TO ALLOW CHURCHES AND USES INCIDENTAL THERETO UPON APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERi~iIl~." was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Cquncil- man Green, that-the ordinance be introduced. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for public hearing on the application of Luther C. .Winn for a conditional use permit to allow the operation of an automobile impound and storage yard in a manufacturing. zone at 11501 Check Avenue (portion of Lot 2, Slausson Tract). The City Manager presented a report on the public hearing before the Planning Commission which recommended approval of the conditional use permit subject to certain conditions set out in Planning Commission case file No. 74019. He informed the Council that the land Mr. Winn proposes to use is State excess land not within the freeway corridor, as shown on Exhibit "A," and that rental of the property to Mr. Winn by the State is subject to approval by the City Council. Ordinance first read - re churcr related uses Public Hearing L.C.Winn con- ditional use permit ~o~ The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in favor of the rerental of State property and the conditional use permit. Mr. Luther C. Winn, 5533 Cortland Avenue, addressed the Council in favor of his request and explained that he stores impounded and abandoned vehicles until they can be disposed of. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in •• opposition. As there was no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. The hearing was reopened in order that Mr. Winn could respond to questions raised by Councilman Green, and Mr. Winn explained that he does no auto wrecking. Mr. Earl Ruggles, 11150 Sue Avenue, commented on the appearance of Check Avenue between Imperial Highway and Cortland Avenue. Mr. Jim Garvey, 5156 Century Boulevard, spoke in favor of the conditional use permit. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in apposition. There was no response and the hearing was closed. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council- man Green, that the Council allow the rental of State excess land shown on Exhibit "A." Rental of State R o 11 C a 11: excess land by Ayes : Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris , Rowe . L.C.Winn Noes: None. approved Absent : None . Conditional use It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by permit approved Councilman Morris, that the Council grant the con- 11501 Check Ave. ditional use permit to operate an automobile towing service and impound yard at 11501 Check Avenue, subject to the conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. Public Hearing The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for public Conditional use hearing on the application of Caesar Vencebi for a permit - service conditional use permit to operate a service station at station 3250 3250 Tweedy Boulevard (Lot 9, Tract 4936). The City Tweedy Blvd. Manager presented a report on the hearing before the Planning Commission which recommended approval of the conditional use permit subject to conditions set out in Planning Commission Resolution No, 553, and recommended concurrence in the action of the Planning Commission. Conditional use The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in favor permit approved of the conditional use permit. There was no response. 3250 Tweedy Blvdo The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the conditional use permit. As there was no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- man Morris, that the Council approve the conditional use permit subject to the conditions established by the Planning Commission. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. 1 ~1 The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for public hearing on the establishment of Underground Utility District No. 4, and the City Manager pre- sented his report on the project and recommended adoption of RESOLUTION N0. 74-61 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ESTABLISHING UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT N0. 4." The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in favor of establishment of the district. Mrs. Diane Merril, 3543 Sanborn Av enue, spoke in favor of the district. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in oppo- sition. There was no response and the Mayor closed the hearing. Public; Hearin Underground Uti]3ty Dist.#4 It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council- Res.74-61-Under man Byork, and carried, that Resolution No. 74-61 be ground Utility adopted. Dist. No. 4 The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for Public Hearin public hearing on the proposed amendment of Ordinance amendment of Or~ No. 570 relating to the administration of the require- 570 re automobi ments for a Conditional Use Permit on all automobile service station service stations. The Manager presented a report on the hearing before the Planning Commission which recommended amendment of Ordinance No. 570_, and pre- sented for first reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SECTION 14.15 OF CITY ORDINANCE N0. 570 (ZONING ORDINANCE) REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATIONS." The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the proposed amendment. As there was no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- Ordinance first man Green, that the ordinance be introduced. read - service Roll Call: stations condi- Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. tional use perm Noes: None. Absent: None. The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for public Public Hearing hearing on the proposed adoption of the Uniform Code Dangerous Bldgs. for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1973 Edition. Code adoption The Manager presented his report on the hearing and recommended adoption of an ordinance adopting said uniform code. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the adoption of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. As there was no response, the Mayor closed the hearing. ORDINANCE N0. 969 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER ~ OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADOPTING THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS" was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only. Ord.96q - adopt of code - dangez buildings 1®4 It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Morris, that Ordinance No. 96~ be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. MANAGEMENT STUDIES AND REPORTS HUD housing The City Manager presented a report on an abandoned rehab. pregrram housing rehabilitation program in which the City, the Department of Housing and Urban Development,. and the firm of Better C©mmunitiea Management and Development Company (ECMD) w®uld participate. Upon concluding the report, the Manager rec©mmnnded that the G®uncil adopt an ®rdinance creating the Lynwm®d Surplus Property Commission, authorize staff to pr®eeed with the preparation of contract and agreements tm implement the program outlined in the report, and Guth©rize the City Attorney to handle the provisions of the program as extra®rdinary services. Mr. Ray Carrasco, representing IDCMD, discussed details ®f the proposal with the Council, City Manager and City Attorney. The Manager informed the Council that in order to proceed with such a rehabilitation pr®- gram, the Gmvernment Code requires creation ©f a Surplus Pr©perty Cmmmissi®n comp®sed of members of the City Council, and presented for first readitlg an Qrdlinance mrdinance entitled : "AN 4RIDINANCE 4F THE CITY COUNCIh creating Surplus OF THE CITY OF LYNW®mD ~~ECLARING THE NECESSITY FOIE pr®perty A SURPLUS PROPERTY AUTHORITY TO FUNCTION IN SAID CITY." acx~sslmn It was moved by Councilman Green, seoonded by Council- introduced. man Byork, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title ®nly. It was moved by Councilman Elyork, seconded by Council- man Morris, that the mrdinance be introduced. Mrs. Cathy Green, 3958 L©uise, addressed the Council regarding the h®using prop®sal and t® ina~uire if the C®uncil is elected by districts or at large. Mrs. Ida Williams addressed the C©uncil to urge that the City C®uncil petiti®n HUD tm investigate the devel®pers pri®r to entering the housing pr®gram. Mr. Gemrge Wilkes, 11666 P®pe Avenue, questioned the public liability ®f the City during the period the h®uses are undergoing rehabilitati®n. Mrs. B®lden, 4356 Shirley, addressed the C©uncil in ®ppositi®n to the program. Mr. Richard C. Waranius, 12410 L®ng Beach Boulevard, inquired why Mr. Carrasco was selected for the program, and he was informed that Mr. Carrasco appr®ached the City. Mr. Waranius als© asked how the prmperties will be advertised, and he was informed such details are n®t yet known. R®11 call: Ayes: Councilmen P~yerk, Green, Liewer, M®rris. Noes: Councilman Rowe. Absent: None. The Mayor declared a 10-minute recess at 9:25 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 9:35 p.m. .-~ It was moved by Councilman Green, aecmnded by Councilman Hy®rk, and carried, that the C®uncil authorize staf#' ~~}~ to proceed with preparation of necessary contracts and agreements to implement the program outlined in the Manager's report on the abandoned housing rehabili- tation program. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the Council authorize the City Attorney to handle the provisions of the abandoned housing rehabilitation program as extraordinary services. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. A report on the Regional Youth Diversion/Delinquency Control Grant proposal was presented by the City Manager with the recommendation that the Council adopt RESOLUTION N0. 74-62 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING JOINT SUBMISSION AND PARTICIPATION IN A GRANT APPLICATION TO CALIFORNIA COUNCIL ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE" and allocate funds not to exceed $1350 to provide for Lynwood's participation in the program. It was moved by Council- man Byork, secnded by Councilman Morris, that Resolution No. 74-62 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: Nonea It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that the Analysis of Workman's Compensation Insurance Program be tabled. ~.-,. The Manager reported on proposed water and sewer service rates and recommended consideration of an `~ ordinance providing for a meter rate of 21~ per 100 cubic feet or fra ~i.on thereof for all water consumers and for an escalation clause providing for future rate adjustment based on t1e Department of Labor Consumer Price Index. He also recommended consideration of an ordinance providing for a sewer service charge of 35~ per month for all premises not served by City water. The Manager presented for first reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SUB-SECTION (b) OF SECTION 32-49 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RELATING TO GENERAL METER RATES FOR WATER SERVED THROUGH METERS." The City Attorney asked that the ordinance be corrected by adding the words "applicable to general meter rates" following the word "Lynwood" in the second line of Section 1. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, that the ordinance be read by title only. Councilman Morris, inquired if the three major water users have been contacted regarding the proposed rate change and was informed that one has been contacted. Councilman Rowe presented water revenue figures for the past several years and discussed cost of meter installation in comparison to cost information provided by the City of South Gate, Mrs. Johnson, 3851 Virginia, questioned :installation of meters upon change of ownership of property and pre- payment of water annually. The meter installation program was explained by the Mayor. Res. No. 74-62 Youth delinquent control grant application Workman's Comp. analysis tabled. Ordinance first read. - Water & sewer service rat Mrs. Elizabeth Fishgr.abe, 11400 Birch, informed the Council that the meter at her residence is not being read. 106 Mrs. Diane Maril, 3543 Sanborn, spoke in opposition to raising rates for St. Francis Hospital. Mr. Philip Birkmaier, 5140 Century Boulevard, questioned the cost of installing a meter. Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, spoke in favor of the 21~ rate for all consumers and objected to the $1 readiness to serve charge. He also objected to the escalation clause and to the Water Fund contri- bution to the General Fund for administrative support. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Council- man Morris, and carried, that the ordinance be amended to delete the escalation clause. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Rowe, that the ordinance be tabled. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: Councilmen Absent: None. Morris, Rowe. Byork, Green, Liewer, It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- man Byork, that the ordinance be introduced as amended. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Rowe. Noes: Councilman Morris. Absent: None. Ordinance first An ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY read - sewer COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING SUB-SECTION (b} service charge OF SECTION 13.38 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RELATING TO FEES FOR PROVIDING SEWER SERVICE" was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, that the ordinance be read by title only. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, that the ordinance be introduced. Roll-Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. Res. 74-63 The Manager reported that in connection with the Purchase of por. Long Beach Boulevard widening project that purchase Lot 223,Tr.2551 of the westerly 4 feet of Lot 223, Tract 2551 from the former owner, Caroline G. Bulmer, was approved by the Council some time ago. He recommended that purchase from the present owners, James W. and Lucille M. Walker, be approved by adoption of RESOLUTION N0. 74-63 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD." It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, that Resolution No. 74-63 be adopted. ~~)1 r~'~- ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. The Manager reported that negotiations have been completed for acquisition of the westerly 4 feet of Lot 293 (Parcel 4-29) for the widening of Long Beach Boulevard, and for the westerly 4 feet of Lot 204, Tract No. 2551 (Parcel 4-30), and recommended that Council authorize the purchase by adoption of the following resolutions: RESOLUTION N0. 74-64 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD." (Westerly 4 feet of Lot 293, Tract No. 2551 - Ruby). It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, that Resolution No. 74-64 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. RESOLUTION N0. 74-65 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD." (Westerly 4 feet of Lot 294, Tract No. 2551 - Egan). It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, that Resolution No. 74-65 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe.. Noes: None. Absent: None. A report on installation of a switchboard in City Hall was presented by the City Manager with the recommenda- tion that Council consider authorizing Pacific Telephone Company to proceed with the installation of a separate switchboard for City Hall business calls and appropriate budgetary allocation for that purpose. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Green, that Pacific Telephone Company be authorized to proceed with the installation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. A report on an agreement with the County of Los Angeles for traffic signal and highway lighting maintenance of intersections having common boundaries was pre- sented by the City Manager. It was moved by Council- man Liewer, seconded by Councilman Byark, that the agreement be approved and the Mayor authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. A report on Senate Bill 1918 which proposes pest con- trol to be carried out by counties was presented by the City Manager with the recommendation that the Council oppose passage of the bill by adoption of RES. N0. 74-6 Long Reach B1 Land acquisition (Ruby) RES. N0. 74-65 Long Beach Blvd land acquisition (Egan) City Hall swirct board authorizes County-City tra] lighting agreemE approved. 108 RES. 74-66 RESOLUTION N0. 74-66 entitled: "A RESOLUTION opposing OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD OPPOSTNG SB 1918 SENATE BILL 1918 RELATING TO PEST CONTROL." ~It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, that Resolution No. 74-66 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. •• Ord. re Rec.Com. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council.- membership man Green, and carried, that the matter of increasing tabled. the membership of the Recreation Commission be tabled. Ordinance A report on the proposed adoption of an ordinance banning fire- prohibiting the use of fireworks within the City works tabled. was presented by the City Manager. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the ordinance be tabled. Res. 74-67 The City Manager having left the room, the City abandoned Attorney presented the Manager's report on renewal vehicle program of the City's contract with the Department of California Highway Patrol for participation in the abandoned vehicles abatement program, and presented RESOLUTION N0. 74-67 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REQUESTING RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF CALTFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT PROGRAM." It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Green, that Resolution No. 74-67 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. -~; Noes: None. Absent: None. Agreement with It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- State re man Morris, and carried, that the Mayor be authorized abandoned to execute renewal contracts with the California vehicles Highway Patrol to provide reimbursement for the authorized. abandoned vehicle abatement costs for 1974-75 EEA P~greement The Assistant City Manager presented the Manager's extension report on extension of the Emergency Employment Act approved. contract with the County of Los Angeles through March 31, 1975, and his recommendation that the Council authorize the Mayor to execute the necessary agreement. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the Mayor be authorized to execute the agreement to extend the contract through March 31, 1975. Councilman Green and Councilman Rowe discussed the proper use of the EEA program with Councilman Rowe expressing agreement with the philosophy of the program if it is used properly. Mrs. Ida Williams addressed the Council for clarification of the EEA program. Mr. George Wilkes, 11666 Pope Avenue, addressed the Council concerning proper use of EEA funds. He was informed by the City Attorney that the matter has been checked by staff and by County manpower officials and it was his understanding that a determination has been made that there is no impropriety. Councilman Rowe disagreed with the Attorney's statements on the basis of information from the manpower officials. 1~9 Mrs. Peggy Myers, 5164 Century Boulevard, Secretary of the Concerned Citizens of Lynwood, inquired about the numbers of EEA employees hired by surrounding cities. Mrs. Myers also commented that as taxpayers the citizens of the community pay one hundred per cent of the cost of EEA personnel. Mrs. Ida Williams again spoke to express opposition to the EEA program. Roll Call: ~""" Ayes: Councilman Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris. '. Noes: Councilman Rowe. Absent: None. A report on the East Central Area Planning Council Res. No. 74-68 Rio Hondo/Los Angeles River/Beautification/Recreation River beautifica report was presented by the Assistant City Manager study along with RESOLUTION N0. 74-68 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING IN PRINCIPLE THE PREPARATION OF A STUDY OF RECREATION POTENTIALS AND BEAUTIFICATION OF THE RIO HONDO/LOS ANGELES RIVERS AND REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FOR THE PREPARATION OF SAID STUDY." It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that Resolution No. 74-68 be adopted. The CityManager's report on improvement of the McMillan St.medi McMillan Street median was presented by the Assistant Standard Oil Co. City Manager with the Manager's recommendation that proposal accepter the Council accept the proposal from Standard Oil Company for improvement of the McMillan Street median and authorize staff to proceed with the implementation of the project. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork,that the proposal from Standard Oil Company be accepted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. The Manager presented a request for nuisance abatement RES. N0~ 74-69 at 10781 Colyer Avenue and recommended adoption of setting nuisance RESOLUTION N0. 74-69 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE abatement hearir~ CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD DECLARING ITS 1.0781 Colyer Ave INTENTION TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO ASCERTAIN WHETHER A NUISANCE IS BEING MAINTAINED ON THE PROPERTY KNOWN AS 10781 COLYER AVENUE." It was moved by Councilman Green,seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Resolution No. 74-69 be adopted. The City Manager returned and presented a report 11431 Californi< on nuisance abatement at 11431 California Avenue, demolition bids and recommended that Council authorize staff to authorized invite bids for demolition of the structures at that property. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the Council concur in the recommendation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent:- None. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION N0. 74-70 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE RES. NO. 74-70 CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING, CALLING calling spec:i.a PROVIDING FOR AND GIVING NOTICE OF A SPECIAL election 11/5/7j~ X10 MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON NOVEMBER 5, 1974, FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF SAID CITY AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO IMPROVED RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR LYNWOOD FIREMEN AND POLICEMEN, AND CONSOLIDATING SAID ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON SAID DATE." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Green, that Resolution No. 74-70 be adopted. ,,,~ Councilman Green inquired about cost to citizens who want to include arguments against the proposition with the ballot and he was informed there is no charge. He also asked what can be done to keep department heads from writing press releases in support of the proposition. The City Attorney stated that he will research the question and report at the next meeting. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. RES. 74-71 RESOLUTION N0. 74-71 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF requesting THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REQUESTING consolidation THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS of special ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION election with OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 1874, Nov..5,1974 WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON election NOVEMBER 5, 1974, PURSUANT TO SECTION 23302 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork,seconded by Councilman Morris, that Resolution No. 74-71 be adopted. Roll Call: ~*•. Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None, Measure analysis It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by to be provided Councilman Byork, and carried, that the City Attorney by City Attny. be authorized to provide an impartial analysis of the measure to appear on the ballot at the November 5, 1974, special municipal election. FINANCE REPORT RES. N0. 74-72 RESOLUTION N0. 74-72 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 Council- man Byork, seconded by Councilman Rowe, that Resolution No. 74-72 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: None. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS Info.Bulletin It was moved by Councilman Byork,seconded by Council- 74-15 man Green, and carried, that Information Bulletin No. 74-15 be accepted and filed. Service Log 74-15 It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that Citizens Serv3.ce Request Log No. 74-15 be accepted and filed. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by .. ,n.,;~~,. ~~.~ Councilman Green, that the Public summary report for July, 1974, be A11 members voting aye, the Mayor motion carried. Works Street accepted and filed. declared the CITY CLERK'S AGENDA It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Exchange Club ~ Councilman Green, and carried, that the Council approve sale approved the request of the Lynwood Exchange Club for permission k to conduct their annual white elephant sales on vacant property west of 3840 Imperial Highway on August 2.4,1974. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Garry Lee Stewa Councilman Morris, and carried, that the claim claim denied. filed on behalf of Garry Lee Stewart be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Mary Lee Stewar Councilman Byork, and carried, that the claim for Claim denied damages filed by Mary Lee Steward be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Duber Indust.Se Councilman Morris, and carried, that the special special .permit permit application of Duber Industrial Security granted. Company be approved. COUNCIL AGENDA (NEW BUSINESS) Councilman Byork commented on a councilman writing Censure false stories in the newspapers, and moved to censure Counci]man Rowe Councilman Rowe. The motion was seconded by Councilman Green. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer. Noes: Councilmen Morris, Rowe. Absent: None. At the conclusion of the debate on the question and the vote, Councilman Rowe stated that he would continue to inform the public and to seek answers to questions relating to EEA. Councilman Morris excused himself from the remainder of the meeting, and upon request of Mr. Philip Birkmai.er, Vice President of the Concerned Citizens, agreed to remain. Councilman Green read a letter from the Chamber of Chamber of Comm Commerce relating to assistance to Lynwood citizens action re Cole' experiencing losses due to the bankruptcy of Cole's Mkt. bankruptcy Market. Mayor Liewer asked that the City Manager and the City Sales tax and Clerk, or either of them, travel to Sacramento to check on City saes tax revenue, as soon as possible. The Mayor asked for nominations for appointment to James Schwable the Recreation Commission. Councilman Green appointed to Re~ nominated Mr. James Schwable, 11490 Fir Street. It Parks Commissio: was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Liewer, and carried, that nominations be closed and that the Clerk be instructed to cast a unanimous ballot for Mr. James Schwable. The Mayor asked for nominations for appointment to 112 Jerry Rokos the Real Estate Practices Commission. Councilman reappointed to Byork nominated Mr. Jerry Rokos far reappointment Real Estate to the Commission. It was moved by Councilman Byork, Practices Com. seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that nominations be closed and a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Jerry Rokos for reappointment to the Real Estate Practices Commission. Councilman Rowe apologized to the public for the ,,,,,,~ conduct of the Council earlier in the meeting. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR E.Fishgrabe re Mrs . Elizabeth Fishgrabe addressed the Council to fireworks express her appreciation to the Council for tabling the proposed fireworks ordinance. She urged that stricter rules be formulated concerning sale of fireworks to very young children and offered to work with the Fire Chief in formulating regulations. D.Maril re Mrs. Diane Maril, 3543 Sanborn Avenue, inquired the fireworks and reason for tabling the proposed fireworks ordinance, ordinance re and spoke in favor of the ordinance . Mrs . Maril also Council read a request from the Concerned Citizens of Lynwood vacancies that the Council adopt an ordinance that makes the filling of vacancies on the Council by public election mandatory at the earliest date under current State law under the following conditions: if more than six months are left on an unexpired term or if more than one seat is vacant at the same time. The Mayor asked the City Attorney to draw such an ordinance for Council study. D.Maril re Mrs. Maril also presented a request from the terms on Plan. Concerned Citizens of Lynwood that an ordinance be Commission adopted limiting the terms on the Planning Commission to no more than two four year terms. D.Maril re A request from the Concerned Citizens that the elimination of position of Assistant City Manager be eliminated for position of ACM reasons of economy was presented by Mrs. Maril. Subsequently, Mr. Philip Birkmairer of the Concerned Citizens suggested that the request should be discussed during a budget or executive session. Executive Mrs. Maril also requested, on behalf of the Concerned Session Citizens, an executive session relative to charges against a City employee, and the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned to executive session to discuss the matter with Mrs. Maril. Following the executive session, the meeting was reconvened at 12:25 a.m. Ida Williams re Mrs . Ida Williams addressed the Council concerning annual budget the annual budget and was informed that the Council would adjourn to later in the week for discussion of the budget. P. Myers - Mrs. Peggy Myer, Secretary of the Concerned Citizens Petition re Committee, 5164 Century Boulevard, read a portion of budget & salaries the Brown Act, and also presented petitions purporting to contain 640 names of persons protesting the salary increases and employment of surplus personnel. She provided population and personnel figures of surrounding cities in comparison to Lynwood. Mrs. Myers also suggested that greater effort should be ~~, ,: 11 made to inform the public of prcposecx Council ac:tio._:s . Means of keeping the public informed were discussed at length. Mr. Philip Birkmaier, 5140 Century Boulevard, addressed the Council to urge that salaries be reconsidered and that careful consideration be given to the annual budget. Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, suggested that the substantial agenda items be submitted to the various newspapers a week in advance of the Council meetings, and non-emergency items be held over until they can be submitted to the papers. Mx'. Patrick J. Mast, 11174 Harris, suggested that l<<~.pe messages might be provided with a public information telephone number that citizens could call and receive updated information. Mr. Richard C. Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, suggested that a citizens information handbook be compiled and distributed. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the meeting adjourn to Friday, August 9, 1974, at 4 p.m. All members voting aye, the Mayor declared the motion carried. ty lerk, City of L nwood APPROVED AUGUST 20, 1874 ayor e City of Lynwood F . Birkmaa.er r°e salaries & budge J.Rokos re publi information P.J.M~ct t^c: taped messa.~re~~ R.Waranius re informat,.ion handbook A~lj corn i:15 a.m.