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ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING APRIL 15, 19.75
The City Council of the City of Lynwood met ir° an
adjourned regular session in the City Hall, 11330
Bullis Road, on above date at 7:00 porn.
Mayor Liewer in the chair
Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe
answered the roll call.
Items appearing on the agenda for the April 15, 1975,
regular meeting were discussedo
Judges Ricks & Judge Everett Ricks and Judge Harry Shaffer of the
Shaffer Compton Court were present to discuss mutual
problems with the City Council and extended an
invitation for the Council to meet with them on
a continuing basis for that purpose.
Enforcement of Enforcement of the city's newsrack ordinance was
newsracks ord. discussed with particular reference to confiscation
of a group of racks on April 15, 1975. It was
determined that the newsracks will be returned
to the locations from which they were confiscated
until specific notice of violation is given to
owners of the racks where known to the enforcing
officero
The meeting was adjourned to executive session for
personnel matters. Following the executive
session, it was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded
by Councilman Green, and carried, that the meeting '"'"
be adjourned
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APPROVED MAY 6, 1975
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REGULAR MEETING APRIL 15, 1975
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 Liewer in the chair.
~-- Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe
answered the roll call.
Also present were City Attorney Murphy and City
Manager Wright.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council-
man Green, and carried, that the minutes of the adjourned
regular meeting of April 7, 1975, adjourned regular
meeting of April 1, 1975, regular meeting of April 1,
1975, be approved as written.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
The Mayor read a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD COMMENDING
J. C. RITCHEY FOR HIS CIVIC CONTRIBUTIONS AND SERVICE
TO THE COMMUNITY." The resolution was presented to
Robert C. Ritchey, son of the late J. C. Ritchey.
The Mayor read a proclamation proclaiming the week
of May 1, 1975, as "Respect for Law Week." It was
moved by. Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman
Green, and carried, that the proclamation be
authorized.
Mrs. Wanda Peterson, 3347 Alma Avenue, together with
members of the Hosler School band and drill team,
was present to solicit the Council's support in
a drive for funds to send the children to Las
Vegas, Nevada, where they have been invited to march
in the annual El Dorado Days on May 26, 1975.
Presentation of
res. of commend.
J.C. Ritchey
Respect for Law
week, 5/1/75
Mayor Liewer introduced Mrs. Adrian Hooper, recently
elected president of the Lynwood Coordinating Council.
MANAGEMENT STUDIES AND REPORTS
Mr. Wesley Warvi, 11045 Pine Street, and Mr, Al Jaycees Fourth
Clifton, 4330 Pendleton Avenue; appeared tb discuss of July request
the request of the Lynwood Jaycees for permission
to extend,,their annual Fourth of July celebration
in_i_the City park to a three-day event. In discussing
the proposal the Council was informed that a complete
program has not yet been formulated, and it was moved
by Councilman Green., seconded by Councilman Byork, and
carried, that the Council consider the Jaycees request
for a three-day Fourth of July celebration.
A report on the status of the General Fund and overtime General Fund
tabled at the April 1, 1975, meeting, was again status - over-
presented by the City Manager , time report
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council-
man Green, that the Council adopt the Fire Department
manning plan contained in the report.
Roll Call:
ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer,Morris, Rowe.
Noes: None.
Absent: Noneo
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It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council-
man Byork, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned
to executive session fcr discussion of the overtime
in the Police Department.
The meeting was recolvened at 8:25 p.m.
The Mayor reviewed the discussion with Judge Ricks
and Judge Shaffer of the Compton Court and commented
on the changes i.n court time for Police officers.
Councilman Morris asked that the City Manager and
Chief of Police discuss the Police Department overtime
and court time and report to the Council.
The City Manager recommended that overtime in the general
departments be limited to emergency situations.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council-
man Green, and. carrl.ed, that the Council concur in the
recommendation.
The Manager reported that negotiations have been completed
for acquisition of four parcels of land for Long Beach
boulevard right of way and recommended adoption of
the necessary resolutions.
Res. 75-29 RESOLUTION N0. 75-29 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
Acquisition of CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE
prop. L.B. Blvd. OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AMD IMPROVEMENT
Por. Lts. 81-84, OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD," [westerly g . 5 feet (measured
Tr. 2551 at right angles) of lots 81 - 84, inclusive, Tract 2551].
Res. 75-30 RESOLUTION N0. 75-30 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
Por. Lt 24, CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE
Tr. 2551 OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AND IMPROVEMENT
OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD," [westerly 7 feet (measured
at right angles) of Lot 24 of Tract 2551]•
Res. 75-31 RESOLUTION N0. 75-31 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
Por of Lt. 14, CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE
Tr. 2794 OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AND IMPROVEMENT
OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD," [portion of Lot 14, Tract 2794].
Res. 75-32 RESOLUTION N0. 75-32 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
Por. Its 16 & 17, CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING PURCHASE
Tr. 2794 OF PROPERTY NECESSARY FOR THE WIDENING AND IMPROVEMENT
OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD," [westerly 10 feet (measured
at right angles) of the northerly half of Lot 16, Tract
2794; westerly 6.5 feet (measured at right angles) of
Lot 17, Tract 2794].
It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council-
man Green, that Resolutions Nos. 75-29, 75-30, 75-31,
75-32 be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Pursuant to the 1974-75 Memorandum of Understanding
with the Lynwood Peace Officers' Association in which
the Council agreed to provide that the retirement
benefit for Police Officers will be based on the highest
years compensation, the Manager recommended adoption of
RESOL~JTION N0. 75-33 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF Res. 75-33
INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN Amend of PERS
THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES contract re
RETIREMENT. SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY police offs.
OF LYNWOOD." It was moved by Councilman Morris,
seconded by Councilman Rowe, that Resolution No. 75-33
be adopted.
,_,_ Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe.
j Noes: None.
Absent: None.
A report on zoning feasibility for the :I-105 corridor Report on zoning
was presented by the City Manager with the recommendation feasibility for
that no action be taken at this time to allow continuation I-105 corridor
of the existing moratorium on the corridor.
Planning Director Mel Rice addressed the Council to
review the Planning Commission study of the feasibility
of a zoning designation for the land north of the
Wilson School as requested by the school district,
and rezoning of the entire freeway corridor for
other uses should the freeway not be constructed.
As the expiration date of the moratorium coincides
with the date by which the General Plan must be
adopted,and as a goal adopted by the reconnaissance
committee is the development of the corridor for
open space, recreation or other land uses which
conform to the adopted City goals should the freeway
not be constructed, Mr. Rice recommended that the
Council take no action at this time.
.- A report reviewing environmental impact report
objectives, criteria and procedures as adopted
I, by the City Council in April 1873, and the modifications
required because of recent state legislation, was
presented by the City Manager with recommendation
that RESOLUTION N0. 75-34 entitled : "A RESOLUTION Res. 75-34
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD REPEALING EIR objectives,
RESOLUTION N0. 73-24 AND ADOPTING NEW OBJECTIVES, criteria,
CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES IMPLEMENTING THE procedures
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT," be adopted.
The City Attorney explained the effect of the
state legislation.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council-
man Rowe, and carried, that Resolution No. 75-34 be
adopted.
A report on proposed amendment of City Code Proposed real
provisions relating to canvassing by real estate estate code
sales people as recommended by the Real Estate Practices amendments
Commission was presented by the City Manager.
A letter from Mr. Bob Compton, realtor, concerning
regulation of the real estate industry was read.
The need for more restrictive regulation of canvassing
activities was discussed with Mr. Jerary Rokos of the
Real Estate Practices Commission.
Mrs. Margaret Gasche, first vice-president of the
Compton-Lynwood Real Estate Board, informed the Council
that the members of the board were informed of the
proposed amendments.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak
concerning the real estate canvassing amendments,
and there was no response.
Ord. first read - An ordinance entitled: `AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Real estate COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF' IsYNW00D AMENDING SECTION
practices amend. 27-1/2.44, 27-1/2.45, and 27-1/2.46 OF THE CODE
OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RELATING TO REAL ESTATE
TRANSACTIONS," was presented. It was moved by
Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, that
the ordinance be read by title only. As there were
dissenting votes, the City Attorney advised that the
ordinance be read in its entirety.
After reading of the ordinance, it was moved by
Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork, that
the ordinance be introduced.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer.
Noes: Councilmen Morris, Rowe.
Absent: None.
Teamsters Local The Manager reported that the Municipal Employee
986 recognized as Relations Officer has granted formal recognition
bargaining agents of the PUblic Employees Union, a Division of Teamsters
for Firefighters Local 986, as bargaining agent for the Lynwood
Firefighters Association, and recommended that the
Council concur in the Municipal Employee Relations
Officer`s action.
It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by
Councilman Byork, and carried, that the Council concur
in the recognition by the Municipal Employee Relations -.,a
Officer.
Res. 75-35 The City Manager presented RESOLUTION N0. 75-35
Misc. fees and entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
charges THE CITY OF LYNWOOD SETTING FORTH THE FEES TO BE
CHARGED FOR STREET REPAIRS, ESTABLISHMENT OF LINES
AND GRADES FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS, AND INSPECTION
COSTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR OR CURBS, SIDE-
WALKS, GUTTERS, PAVEMENT, DRIVEWAYS AND SANITARY
SEWER AND ESTABLISHING CHARGES FOR BOOKLETS, MAPS,
REPORTS AND OTHER SERVICES NOT SPECIFICALLY COVERED
BY ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO COLLECT SAID
CHARGES," and recommended adoption.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council-
man Morris, and carried, that Resolution No. 75-35
be adopted.
Amend. of TASC A report on amendment of the TASC agreement (treatment
agreement alternatives to street crime) to provide for
reimbursement of mileage expense to the officer
assigned to the program was presented by the City
Manager.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by
Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the Council authorize
the Mayor to execute the amendment to the agreement.
Re-rental of State The request of V. A. Bickov, president of Earth
prop. 11455 Check Auger Engineering Company, for authorization for
re-rental of State owned property at 11455 Check
Avenue was presented. by the City Manager.
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Mr. Bickov was present to explain his need for
a temporary location to complete a contract for
additional augers.
It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Council-
man Morris, and carried, that the Council approve
the re-rental of industrial property in Zone M-2.
ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE N0. 985 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADDING SUBSECTION
(d) TO SECTION 13.35 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
LYNWOOD RELATING TO GARBAGE COLLECTION FEES," was
presented for second reading. It was moved by
Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Morris,
and carried, that the ordinance be read by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council-
man Byork, that Ordinance No. 985 be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
FINANCE REPORT
RESOLUTION N0. 75-36 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND
ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFORE," was presented.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by
Councilman Green, that Resolution No. 76-36 be adopted.
Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Green, Liewer, Morris, Rowe.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
In discussing Information Bulletin No. 75-8 the City
Attorney's letter concerning payment by the City of
documentary stamp tax on the sale of the Wright Road
property to Ryan Engineering company was read. It was
moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Byork,
and carried, that Information Bulletin No. 75-8 be
accepted and filed.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council-
man Green, and carried, that Citizen Service Request
Log No. 75-8 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 Byork, seconded by Council-
man Green, and carried, that the request from Long
Beach Girl Scout Council for extension to May 15
of their permit to conduct cookie sales be approved.
It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council-
man Byork, and carried, that the Council approve the
Ord. 985
Re garbage
collection fees
Res. 75-36
:..Demands
Department
reports
Girl Scout
cookie sale
extended to
May 15, 1975
Washington Sch.
Wht Elephant
sale
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request from Washington School PTA for permission to
hold a White Elephant Sale on the lot west of Century
Bowl on April 19, 1975.
Leukemia Fund It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council-
drive 5/23 to man Green, and carried, that the Council approve the
6/10/75 request from the Leukemia Society of America, Inc.
for permission to conduct annual fund drive from
May 23 to June 30, 1.975.
Closing out sale It was moved by Councilman Green, seconded by Council-
3817 Century man Rowe and carried that the Council a
> pprove the
application for a permit to conduct a closing
out sale of Cameo Dress Shop, 3817 Century Boulevard.
Claims for It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council-
damages denied - man Green, and carried, that the claim for damages
So. Cal Edison, filed by the Southern California Edison Company be
G. Schmitz denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier.
It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by
Councilman Byork, and carried, that the claim for damages
filed by Mrs, Gertrude E. Schmitz be denied and
referred to the City's insurance carrier,
Belrose exempt lic It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council-
approved man Byork, and carried, that the request of Mr. Paul
Belrose for exemption from payment of a business
license fee under Section 17.27 (c) of the Lynwood
City Code be granted.
COUNCIL AGENDA ~
Discussion re Councilman Morris asked that management review the
disability retire. current method of determining disability retirement
telemetering & and studying the feasibility of establishing a
L.B. Blvd. lights policy and procedure for such retirement .
Councilman Green complemented the Public Works
Department on the water telemetering installation and
the installation of lights on Long Beach Boulevard. He
also inquired about a meeting with POST representatives
regarding the POST report.
It was agreed that. the meeting would be adjourned to
April 29 for that purpose.
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
Council invited Mrs. Margaret Gasche, representing the Compton-Lynwood
realtor crime Real Estate Board, invited the Council to attend the
prevention program board sponsored crime prevention program to be held
in Bateman Hall on April 20, 1975.
Inquiry re Mr. Jerry Arseneau, 3916 Josephine Street, addressed
defense of City the Council to inquire why the Council. does not defend
officials by city officials who are critized publicly by citizens
Council appearing at the Council meetings.
Mr. Jerry Rokos, 12217 Bullis Road, addressed the
Council to complain of the unsightly condition of the
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market at the southeast corner of Imperial Highway
and California Avenue. It was agreed that a letter
demanding. that the site be maintained properly be
sent to the parent company of the market.
It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded .by Council-
man Green, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned
to Tuesday, April 29, 1975, at 7:00 p.m.
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APPROVED MAY 6, 1975
Mayor o ity of Lynwood