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HomeMy Public PortalAbout03-16-94 COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMISSIONCOMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMISSION AGENDA OF MARCH 16, 1994 City Council Chambers 5 P.M. L ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS A. Call to Order B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Roll Call D. Minutes - February 16, 1994 II. INFORMATION ITEMS A. Staff Report III. SCHEDULED MATTERS A. Block Watch Club Report B. All American City Application Report C. Staff Program Report IV. PUBLIC /COMMISSIONER'S ORALS EIVED CITY OF LYNWOOU CITY CLERKS OFFICE MAR 10 1994 AM PM 718191101U11211121314iM ADJOURNMENT MOTION TO ADJOURN TO A REGULAR MEETING FOR APRIL 20, 1994 AT 5:00 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 11330 BULLIS ROAD, CITY OF LYNWOOD CALIFORNIA. NO �,; • 0 COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16, 1994 The Community Affairs Commission met in a regular session on February 16, 1994 at the City of Lynwood City Council Chambers, located at 11330 Bullis Road. (Agenda was duly posted as prescribed by the Brown Act.) Chairperson Lorna Hawkins called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. Members in attendance were Yolanda Bays, Bette Espeseth, Ann Fields, David Litsinger, Barbara Newton, and Lucille Walker. Staff present were Recreation and Community Services Director, Ralph Davis and Diana Escalante It was moved by Commissioner Espeseth and seconded by Lucille Walker to approve the minutes of January 19, 1994. Motion carried. Minutes approved. I. SCHEDULED MATTERS A. Pacific Electric Railroad Depot Re- Naming Ceremony Mr. Davis updated the Commission on the re- naming ceremony of the Pacific Electric Railroad Depot. The depot is being re -named in the memory of John D. Byork, a former inspiritational councilman. The ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, February 24, 1994 at 10 a.m. John Byork will be represented by his granddaughter and great- grandson. The Commissioners are requested to arrive at 9:30 a.m. and serve as hosts. B. Block Watch Club Council Report Mr. Davis presented the initial Sheriff's monthly crime report to the Commission. The report focused on the type and number of offenses in the City for the month of January. The Commission requested the next monthly report contain more in -depth information on the high crime areas and age groups. Mr. Davis added that the Block Watch Captains will be mailing a questionnaire to all Block Watch Captains which will inquire as to their area's major concerns. The Commission requested that this survey be mailed to all residents and not just the Block Watch Captains. • • COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16, 1994 Page 2 C. All American City Award Application Mr. Davis" reported that Councilman Robert Henning is the City Council representative on this project. The award application will focus on such community projects as: T.A.G., Drive By Agony, Health Watch, and Positive Motion. D. Commission Attendance Report Mr. Davis distributed a memo from the City Clerk's Office regarding Commissioners attendance reports. The memo detailed the guidelines for all Commissioners. The attendance records are based on a calendar year, not the fiscal year. A Commissioner may not miss more than two (2) meetings during the year An excused absence is treated as an absence and the Commissioner will not be paid for the meeting. Commissioner Litsinger requested Mr. Davis check on the policy of attendance at non - regular meetings. E. Staff Reports Mr. Davis reported on the following activities: 1 The Natatorium is in full operation. The Mural Contest Winners will be announced shortly 2. The youth basketball program is in full swing. Games are played on Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The Lynwood Sports Association is providing a snack bar to subsidize the program. 3. To celebrate Black History Month, the City will sponsor a "Blues Lover's Night" on Saturday, February 19, and a program entitled "A Salute to Motown" on Saturday, February 26, 1994. Both events will be at Bateman Hall. 4. The annual Unity Dinner is scheduled for Friday, February 25, 1994 at Bateman Hall. 5. The Rosa Parks Transit Center dedication is scheduled for Thursday, March 3. The ceremony will begin with the dedication at 11:30 a.m. and proceed with a luncheon at Bateman Hall at 1:00 p.m. 0 0 1 COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16, 1994 Page 3 F. Election of Officers The meeting was turned over to Ralph Davis who opened elections. Chairperson Commissioner Fields nominated David Litsinger as Chairperson. Commissioner Litsinger accepted the nomination. Commissioner Espeseth seconded the nomination. Commissioner Espeseth voted to close nominations. Commissioner Bays seconded the motion. Nominations closed. With a unanimous vote, Commissioner Litsinger was elected as Chairperson. The meeting was turned over to Chairperson Litsinger. Vice - Chairperson Commissioner Espeseth nominated Ann Fields as Vice - Chairperson. Commissioner Fields accepted the nomination. Commissioner Lucille Walker seconded the nomination. Commissioner Espeseth voted to close nominations. Commissioner Fields seconded the motion. Nominations closed. With a unanimous vote, Commissioner Fields was re- appointed as Vice Chairperson. IL PUBLIC /COMMISSION ORALS * Chairperson Litsinger expressed concern about the recent fire in a converted garage in Lynwood that killed 2 children. He also inquired whether the Community Affairs Commission could give an update at the next scheduled City Council meeting. * Vice Chairperson Fields, inquired whether the City could honor a past commissioner whose work inspired many present commissioners. Mr. Davis will research the possibilities of the past Commissioner being honored at the annual Block Watch Captains /Commission Dinner and honoring present Commissioners with 5, 10, 15, and 20 year pins. 1 COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16, 1994 Page 4 * Commissioner Bays commented on the recent earthquake and inquired about the City establishing an emergency hot -line during disasters. This phone number should be printed monthly in the "Lynwood 'n' Perspective" magazine. ., She also inquired about the noise level arising from the 105 freeway * Commissioner Hawkins commented on the constant testing of the water in her neighborhood. She congratulated the City on its T.A.G. program. Third, she announced Drive By Agony will be sponsoring a Talent Show on Friday, March 11th and will be participating in a peace march on Saturday, April 16th. Commissioner Bays announced she will donate her February stipend to Drive By Agony. * Commissioner Walker updated the Commission on the fundraiser activities of the Lynwood Friends of the Library Club. They are currently sponsoring a magazine subscription drive to help raise money. * Commissioner Espeseth commented on the progress of the Lynwood School District Advisory Board. One of the Board's main concerns is the low test scores by many Lynwood students. The annual math -a -thon was a success. Lindbergh School won the competition this year. She announced the Salvation Army served 1,000 people during the past month. III. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Hawkins and seconded by Commissioner Espeseth to adjourn to the next regularly scheduled meeting on March 16, 1994. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.