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Home My Public Portal AboutA 1990-11-07 - CDBGG E N D A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD- COMMISSION J1 49A-J� REGULAR MEETING vj F "Ci r T WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 C, 1 990 Y OF E LYN v E D E" CIY CLERKS O FFICE Nov 02 1990 PM AM �12 7:00 PM. 7�819d0ill( i 1 i // ��°�4 LYNWOOD CITY HALL, 11330 BULLIS ROAD i MARGARET ARAUJO CHAIRPERSON ELIZABETH DIXON VICE CHAIRPERSON PATRICIA CARR COMMISSIONER OPENING CERMONIES: A. CALL TO ORDER B. FLAG SALUTE C. ROLL CALL D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK 1. CLAUDE LAW COMMISSIONER ANA VENTURA COMMISSIONER E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OC'POI3LR 17, 1990 F. PUBLIC ORALS: (ITEMS ON AGENDA ONLY) t ' r CDBGAB COMMISSION AGENDA NOVEMBER 7, 1990 Page #2 G. NEW BUSINESS: 1. CONSIDERATION OF TIME CHANGE FROM 7:00 P.M. TO 6:00 P.M. FOR CDBGAB COMMISSION MEETINGS 2. DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TO CITY COUNCIL REGARDING "NEW CITIZENS TOWN MEETING" 3. MONTHLY REPORT- RECREATION H. STAFF ORALS - DISCUSSION OF CDBG INFORMATIONAL PAMPLET S. BOARD ORALS J. ADJOURNMENT Adjourn to regular meeting of December 5, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers of Lynwood City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California 90262. " MTNUTES OF A REGULAR MEETTNG COMMUNTTY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD COMMTSSTON CTTY OF LYNWOOD, CALT.FORNTA WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1 - 7, 1990 OPENING CEREMONTES A. Call to Order The regular meeting of the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board Commission was called to order by Chairperson Araujo on the above captioned date at 7:05 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Lynwood City Hall, 71330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California 90262. B. Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner Ventura led the Pledge of Allegiance; all present participated. C. Roll Call of Commissioners Chairperson Araujo requested the roll call, and Ms. Porter complied. Present: Commissioner Margaret Araujo Commissioner Elizabeth Dixon Commissioner Claude Law Commissioner Anna Ventura Also Kenrick Karefa- Johnson, Community Development Director Annette Porter, Acting Re -Hab Manager Joy Valentine, Minutes Clerk Commissioners Carr was granted an excused absence by unanimous vote of those Commissioners present. Commissioners Haley and Reeves were given unexeusod absoncos D. Certification of Agenda Posting Ms. Porter stated the agenda was posted per the Brown Act. E. - Approval of Minutes MOTION by Commissioner Law, SECONDED by Commissioner Ventura, to approve the minutes of October 3, 1990, as submitted. MOTION approved by unanimous vote. F. Public Orals None G. New Business Monthly Report - Recreation Department Commissioner Law said the Teon Center is really being utilized, but there; is a problem in that the citizens on the cast side of Lynwood would like a teen center near Ham Park. lie intends to discuss this with the City Council. Also, people living in the State Strcot /Santa Fo area do not like their children that far from home in the evening. He asked if it would be possible to havo teen centers located in the City's parks. Chairperson Araujo said consideration is being given to expansion of the Lynwood Trolley route, perhaps these areas could be covered during that time. Commissioner Law said he could talk with the school board and park personnel. Mr. Karofa- Johnson suggosted that the Commissioners could approach, individually, the "Youth Commission" which is comprised of youth from all over Lynwood and they could make appropriate rocommondations to the City Council. H Commissioner Dixon attended a Project Tmpact workshop where several powerful community oriented programs were discussed. This could include free tickets to concerts and ballets. Mr. Karefa- Johnson said if the Commissioners get involved with the programs for which we contributed funds, it would be considered that these Commissioners could lose their objectivity. Commissioner Dixon said she was considering this only as a volunteer, because the only way the Commissioners can know what's happening is to got involved. Mr. Karefa- Johnson suggested that the Commissioners consider other ways, such as "auditor," "visitor," or "observer." This would be better than actual participation, since HUD funds are involved. He asked that the Commissioners wait and let him investigate first. Chairperson Araujo asked if Spanish interpreters could be present at these workshops. Could Reverend Harris be asked to do so? Ms. Porter said the Commissioners can request an interpreter, but it can't be required. Commissioner Carr said she thought Reverend Harris just isn't aware of the need. Chairperson Araujo thanked Ms. Porter for the information she is supplying to the Commissionrs. Commissioner Law said all staff involved should be thanked for the improved service the Commission receives. Councilman Rea, who arrived during the meeting, discussed the chronic absenteeism of some Commissioners and said the subject has been discussed by the City Council. Mr. Karcfa- Johnson said staff will send a letter to all Commissioners to remind 'them that three unexcused absences result in an automatic dismissal and then the City Council will take nominations for their replacomonIls. I Commissioner &tura asked to be excused to a Od a parents meeting. 2. Monthly Report - Project Tmpact STAFF ORALS Mr. Karefa- Johnson said there is presently a competition between our Commission and Community Affairs concerning the informational pamphlets and suggested both Commissions could have a joint meeting and produce a joint flyer. BOARD ORALS Chairperson Araujo discussed possible "new citizens' meeting" so the new People in the community could be introduced to the City Council, City Clerk, etc. She would like to see a joint meeting with all Commissions represented, perhaps a committee with one member from each Commission. Mr. Karofa- Johnson agreed, he said hold approach the City Council. The Commissioners can choose one of thoir members to make a presentation to the City Council as a spokoporson during the public orals. Than wait for the City Countil to respond and go from there. Commissioner Law asked that this item be placed on the agenda for the November 7, 1990, meeting. Mr. Ka ro fa -Johnson discussed the hiring of a consultant from Wildan to take care of the backlogged cases and train staff. He said HUD will work Closely in the_ training effort of staff and amend program guidelines and manpower program (who does what and when.) Than the loan applications that have been brought before the Commissioners will be completed. Mr. Karefa- Johnson asked that the Commissioners consider having their meeting at 6:00 p.m. instead of the present 7:00 p.m. He asked that this be put on the agenda for tho November 7, 1990, meeting. 2 Commissioner Lawated his approval of the City Oncil's action to hire a Willdan consulLant. He is glad things are moving in a positive direction in the City. He would like to see the welcome wagon reimplemented. , Chairperson 'Araujo stated she would like to see flyers passed out at the high school for the Youth Commission's activities, such as the anti - graffiti action last Saturday. Also she would like to see City Hall information printed in the La Opinion newspaper for the Spanish speaking residents. Also, the Laotian population is increasing, a Laotion interpreter should be considered sometime in the future. Commissioner Dixon said the Marketplace is a step up for the City but prices should to displayed on all merchandise. Mr. Ka ro fa -Johnson said staff is working on that now. Commissioner Law said sometimes receipts aren't given unless the customer insists upon a receipt for tax purposes. Commissioner Law discussed the five young people in Lynwood who auditioned for the All Star Band, which will participate in the Rose Parade. Councilman Rea discussed his hopes that Lynwood will participate in the Rose Parade, the last time we sent a float, which was a football, was in 1949. Our participation in the Rose Parade could only be seen as a positive reinforcement for the City and should garner publicity. There are many potential volunteers within the City, only the funds are needed. J. Adjournment MOTION by Commissioner Law, SECONDED by Commissioner Dixon, to adjourn to the regularly scheduled meeting of October 17, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262. MOTION carried unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. 'Annette Porter, Acting Tic-llab Manager Margaret Araujo, Chairperson 3