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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1975-02-18 - CC%.,~.j~ ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 18, 1975 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 Liewer in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer and Rowe answered ' the roll call. Councilman Morris was absent. Also present were City Attorney Murphy and City Manager Wright. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that Councilman Morris' absence be excused. After discussing items appearing on the agenda for the regular meeting of February 18, 1975, it was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Liewer, and carried, that the meeting adjourn. c: 'CAL- ~ ~/ ~ _ ~L1 City Clerk, City of L nwood APPROVED MARCH 4, 1975 r Mayor f he C ty of ynwood 22f~1 REGULAR. MEE'T'ING FEBRUARY 18 , 1 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Ha11, 11.330 Bullis Road, on above date at 7:30 p~m. Mayor LIewer in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Greer., Liewer and Rowe answered the roll call.. Councilman Morris was absent. Also present were City Attorney Mur°phy and City Manager Wright. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that Councilman Morris' absence be excused. It was moved by Councilman. Byork, seccnded by Council- man Green, and carried, that the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of February 4, 1875, and the regular meeting of February 4, 1975, be approved as written. PRESENTATIONS, PROCIrAMATIONS, AND COMMENDATIONS Presentation by The Mayor introduced. the Iionorable Frank Vicencia of Assemblyman the 54th Assembly District, who spoke about proposed Frank Vicencia legislative activities of concern tc the City of Lynwood. Mr. Vicencia commented specifically about obtaining Federal funds for low interest housing loans, funding of education, proposed legislation in the area of juvenile crime, and a solution to the Century Freeway problem. Presentation by Judge Huey Shepard of the Compton Judicial District Judge Huey addressed the Council concerning the Compton Judicial Shepard District National. Prior°ity Project and the Steering Committee which has been organized to conduct the functions he described. He asked that the City Council adopt a resalution recognizing the Steering Committee and delegating to it authority to perform the functions described in the resolution and designating it as a Criminal Justice Coordinating Council a,s provided in the Crime Control Act of 1973. Res. 75-11 RESOLUTICN NOo 75-11 entitled: "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING Re Cpt. Judicial THE STEERING COMMITTEE FGR THE COMFTON JIJDLCIAL Dist. DISTRICT NATIONAL PRIORITY PROJECT TO PERFORM FUNCTIONS RELATING TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE," was presentedo It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried., that Resolution No. 75-1.1 be adopted. r,a.stern Star The Mayor read a proclamation proclaiming February Proclamation 28, 1975, as the Golden Anniversary of Lynwood Chapter No, 438, Order of the Eastern Star. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilmar! Green, and carried, tY~at the proclamation be authorized. Jr. Catholic The Mayor read a proclamation. designating the week of Daughters February 15-22 as "Junior Catholic Daughters of proclamation America Week." It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that the proclamation be authorized. Members of the Lynwood Court were present to receive a copy of the proclamation. The Mayor read a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION Com~rendation OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD COMMENDING Gardner McFarland GARDNER C. MCFARLAND FOR HIS SERVICE TO-THE COMMUNITY." It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- man Byork, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. The Mayor introduced Councilman Alexander Sawicki, of Bell Gardens, who was present in the audience. PUBLIC HEARING The Mayor announced that the time had arrived for EIR - Housing & public hearing to receive testimony for or against Commuuiity the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Housing Development Act and Community Development Plan. Following a review Grant Application by the City Manager of the filing of an Environmental Impact Report for the City's application for Housing and Community Development Act funds, the Mayor inquired if any one present wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the matter being heard. As there was no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, that the Council certify the final Environmental Impact report. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Morris. AWARD OF BIDS Pursuant to a report and recommendation by the City Atlantic Ave Manager, it was moved by Councilman Green, seconded Water Line Pry. by Councilman Byork, that the bid for the Atlantic Bid awarded to Avenue Water Line Project, No. 2-209-741, be awarded Pipeline Const. to the low bidder, Pipeline Constructors, Inc., for the bid price of $78,350.74. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Morris. MANAGEMENT STUDIES AND REPORTS Res. 75-12 - A report on rehabilitation and marketing of foreclosed Abandoned Housing HUD and FHA properties proposed to be carried out in & Rehabilitation cooperation with the County of Los Angeles Department Program of Urban Affairs was presented by the City Manager. The Manager recommended adopted of RESOLUTION N0. 75-12 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF IIRBAN AFFAIRS TO CONDUCT BUILDING REHABILITATION WITHIN THE INCORPORATED AREA." Mr. Arthur Freedman, 1437 South Atlantic, Los Angeles, representing the County of Los Angeles Department of Urban Affairs, was present to explain the program and to answer questions about the manner in which it will be carried out. He also explained the home. ownership counseling program which will be done in an effort to reduce possible future foreclosures. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Resolution No. 75-12 be adopted. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that to the extent consistent with law there be no "235" sales, and that the counselor's report be considered before a sale is made. The City Manager presented a report on studies by the staff and Planning Commission of mental and child care facilities and recommended adoption of Res. 75-13 RESOLUTION N0. 75-13 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF Mental and Child THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD EXPRESSING Care facilities CONCERN AND DISPLEASURE REGARDING THE PLACEMENT OF STATE MENTAL PATIENTS INTO CONVERTED CONVALESCENT HOSPITALS AND PRIVATE HOMES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY," as recommended by the Planning. Commission. It was further recommended that the resolution be forwarded to the- Governor of California, Assemblymen Vincenia and Lanterman, County Supervisors Hahn and Ward, the Director of the State Department of Health and other persons or agencies responsible for mental and health care facilities. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, and carried, that Resolution No. 75-13 be adopted. Housing Authority A report on creation of a Housing Authority was Report presented by the City Manager with the .recommendation that the Council adopt a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD DECLARING THE NEED FOR A HOUSING AUTHORITY ~.~. TO FUNCTION WITHIN SAID CITY AND APPOINTING ITSELF TO BE THE COMMISSIONERS OF SUCH AUTHORITY." It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- man Byork, that the resolution be adopted. After questioning the need for a housing authority, Councilman Rowe moved that the motion be amended to put the matter over until the full Council is present. Councilman Byork withdrew his second to the motion and Councilman Green withdrew his motion, and the Mayor declared the matter held over until the full Council is present. Rea. 75-14 A review of the proposed Comprehensive Labor Opposing SB 275 Relations Measure, Senate Bill 275, was presented re Labor Relations by the City Manager with the recommendation that the legislation Council adopt RESOLUTION N0. 75-14 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD OPPOSING THE PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 275." It was moved by Councilman Liewer, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Resolution No. 75-14 be adopted. Maim of traffic Upon recommendation of the City Manager, it was moved sign. by City by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Green, and persormel carried, that the report on Maintenance of Traffic Signals by City forces be tabled. lgg5 Functional The Manager presented a report on the 1995 Functional Classification Classification Plan. which has been reviewed and Plan approved by the Planning Commission for compliance. with the General Plan. ~.,~~~ The Manager recommended adoption of RESOLUTION N0. 75-15 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADOPTING A 1995 FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION STUDY AS THE HIGHWAY ELEMENT OF THE TRANSPORTATION PLAN WITHIN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD," as requested by the State Department of Transportation. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- man Byork, that Resolution No. 75-15 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Morris. Pursuant to a report and recommendation by the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that the Mayor be authorized to execute a sub-agreement contract with the County of Los Angeles under the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act, Title VI. FINANCE REPORT RESOLUTION N0. 75-16 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR," was presented. It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, that Resolution No. 75-16 be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Rowe. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Morris. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that Information Bulletin No. 75-4 be accepted and filed. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Liewer, and carried, that Citizen Service Request Log No. 75-4 be accepted and filed. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that the report of Planning Commission actions be accepted and filed. CITY CLERK'S AGENDA It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- man Byork, and carried, that the request from the American Cancer Society for a permit to conduct the annual fund appeal during April, 1975, be granted. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Green, and carried, that the Council deny the request from Pride Equals Respectability and Equality, Inc., for permission to conduct candy sales. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Liewer, that the Council grant the request of the Peace Officers' Association of Lynwood, Inc. for approval of the annual variety show and dance to be held on May 10, 1975• Res. 75-15 1995 Functional Classification Plan CETA Title VI agreement Res. 75-16 Demands Department Rpts Cancer Soc . April 1975 Pride Equals Respect. etc. request denied Peace Officers' request approved 22~- Councilman Green moved that the motion be amended tcry wait until a current financial statement is available. The motion to amend died for lack of a second. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: Councilman Absent: Councilman Byork, Liewer, Rowe. Green Morris. Claim for damage It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by denied - H. Councilman Green, and carried, that the claim Alvarez filed on behalf of Henry Alvarez be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. COUNCIL AGENDA Byork corrunents on Councilman Byork commented on the excellence of the IDEAL program recent Chamber of Commerce IDEAL program, and congratulated Chamber of Commerce Vice President Mike Barrows, who was presented in the audience. Green comments on Councilman Green asked that locations, one on Oakwood property nuisancesAvenue north of Fire Station. #1 and one in the 4200 & Dial-a-ride block of Shirley Avenue be investigated and cleaned up. With reference to his previous suggestions regarding Dial-a-ride service, he asked that possible conflict with the local taxi franchise be investigated. Council to be It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council- given list of emp.man Byork, and carried, that the Council be provided paid vacations & with a list of paid vacations in 1974 and a list W-2 forms for '74 of W-2 forms paid in 1874. Councilman Green also asked that a member of the City staff be present at Co~,~ncil meetings to take pictures. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Petition by The Mayor read a petition submitted by Andrew Papillion, A. Papillion Jr. demanding that the City of Lynwood take immediate action to correct the situation of the small percentage of minority police .officers on the Lynwood Police Department. Mr. Papillion, 12202 South Atlantic Avenue, Lynwood, addressed the Council to repeat the demands stated in the petition, and to describe the circumstances of his arrest and incarcerationo In response to Mr. Papillion's demand for the name of the person conducting tests for City employment, he was informed that tests are conducted by State of California Cooperative Personnel Services. B. Anderson re Mr. Bill Anderson, 12013 Harris Avenue, addressed POST survey the Council to request that the results of the POST study of the Police Department be made public. Mr. Richard C. Waranius, 12410 Long Beach Boulevard, addressed the Council and invited Mr°. Papillion to ~~~~ attend meetings of the various Commissions to see that the black people are participating in the community. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded. by Council- man Green, and carried, that the meeting adjourn to Wednesday, February 26, 1975, at 4:30 p.m. City'Clerk, City of Lynwood APPROVED MARCH 4, 1975 Mayor City of LYnwood