HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 2013-10-01 - CC LYNWOOD CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
• October 1, 2013
Item #1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular meeting in the Council
Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA on the above date at 6:09 p.m.
Mayor Alatorre presiding.
Item #2. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK
City Clerk Quinonez announced that the Agenda had been duly posted in
accordance with the Brown Act.
Item #3. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
ABSENT: MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ
Also present were Interim City Manager Warne, City Attorney Galante, City Clerk
Quinonez and City Treasurer Hernandez.
Item #4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Sheriff's Department Explorers
Item #5. INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Reverend Robert Robinson.
Item #6. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
• Proclamation for Rotary International World Polio Day
Mayor Alatorre read the proclamation and it was received by the president
of the Rotary Club, Daniel Miller. Daniel Miller acknowledged Council
Member Morton for being a member of the Rotary Club for 27 years.
• Teleton USA Foundation Presentation
Leyena Masinas and Alex Chavez who are representatives of Teleton
USA Foundation presented a video to illustrate a summary of Teleton's
core function around the world.
Leyena Masinas thanked the City of Lynwood for hosting Teleton's first
fundraiser in the United States and asked the City to support their
campaign and encourage city employees to adopt a piggy. She added
that the City of Lynwood would be the first city to participate in this event
with approval from the City Council.
Council Member Maria Santillan=Beas clarified that anyone, regardless of
race, color or gender could seek help from the non- profit organization.
Ms. Masinas affirmed that Teleton accepts children from all:over,theworld.
Council Member Castro clarified that Teleton USA raised more than
$15,000,000:00 and mentioned the importance of the first center currently
being built in San Antonio Texas. She stated that it not-only helps patients
in need, but it also supports family members. Council member Castro
mentioned she would purchase a piggy for every department in the..City of
Lynwood in efforts to raise more funds for Teleton.
City Attorney Galante stated that Council approval was not 'required.
However, the representatives from Teleton USA would need to `secure a
permit from the City Clerk's office'(municipal code section 3=19.2).
Ms. Masinas clarified that although the three dollar donation was very
important, it was ideal to have the piggy in a home rather than a city office.
She also explained the process for adopting.a;piggy:
City Attorney Galante advised that the :solicitation %of those types of
contributions would require a permit issued by the City Clerk.
Mayor Alatorre thanked the representatives from Teleton USA" and
encouraged the residents to participate in this.campaign
• Sheriff Captain Joseph M. Gooden _ :Update :on Law,
Enforcement Issues
Capitan Gooden presented the Sheriffs update on Law Enforcement
issues. Captain Gooden advised residents to be vigilant. In regards to
the shooting that occurred in the City, there was.a gang:related shooting
where they arrested the individuals. Several-of taggers were arrested;for
defacing City property. Captain Gooden thanked Council Member Castro
for recommending an operation against prostitution and also apologized
for not notifying Council of this event. The operation was successful with
twenty-two arrests. Captain Gooden reported-a:check-point.arrests--and a
fatal car accident.
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Council MemberSantillan-Beas asked if the young man was captured.
Captain Gooden stated that he was in custody.
Council Member Castro mentioned a few incidents in her life time
regarding law enforcement issues. She stated that every time she calls
Lieutenant Chavez, he answers and listens. Council Member Castro
commended Lieutenant for all of the work he does for her family and the
community.
Captain Gooden seconded Council Member Castro's appreciation and
stated that there would be an official accommodation for Lieutenant
Chavez.
Mayor Alatorre thanked the Sheriff's Department for all of their work.
• City Council Members Reporting on Meetings Attended (Gov. Code
Section 53232.3(D))
Council Member Castro attended a pre-game dinner held on Monday
September 30, 2013, with the Lynwood High School and Firebaugh High
School football team. She reminded the public to show their support at
their first Wood Bowl game on Friday October 4, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Lynwood High School.
Council Member Santillan-Beas attended an event held on Thursday
September 26, 2013 on Magnolia Street. She stated that Habitat for
Humanity was going to build seven new homes on Magnolia Street and do
facade improvements on that same street starting November 6, 2013.
Mayor Alatorre briefly described the Car Show Carnival held in the City of
Lynwood over the weekend. He stated that it was a success.
Item #7. COUNCIL RECESS TO: THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AS THE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY.
It was moved by Mayor Alatorre, seconded by Council Member Morton, to recess
to the City of Lynwood as the Successor Agency to the Lynwood Redevelopment
Meeting at 6:51 p.m.
COUNCIL RECESS TO: THE LYNWOOD HOUSING
AUTHORITY
It was moved by Council member Castro, seconded by Council Member
Morton, to recess to the Lynwood Housing Authority Meeting at 6:58 p.m.
The City Council reconvened to the Regular City Council meeting at 6:59
p.m.
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Regarding Agenda Items Only) •
Interim City manager Richard Warne proposed the option to have a presentation
on Item #24 before Public Oral Communications.
It was moved by Council Member Castro; second by.Mayor'Aiatorre.to present
Items # 22, 23 and 24 before Public Oral Communications.
Irene Garcia signed up to speak on item #21of the council agenda. She said she
expects council to keep their word and pay the city employees the current rate of
interest retroactively for those who took the time and; effort to obtain their class
"A" license.
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PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Rod White expressed that Lieutenant Chavez is wonderful andkis a greatassetto
the City of Lynwood. Secondly, he stated that he would like to have public orals
on agenda items before a presentation: H a also added that he met trash
hauler representative named Mr.Herandez, who informed him street sweeping
and trash pick-up would be scheduled for the same'day in the.city. Mr.-White
briefly described potential problems that may arise with same day trash';pick-up
and street sweeping. In addition, Mr. White mentioned reading an article in the
news paper regarding gofer extermination in parks, but he would also'like the
City to provide cost options for residents, in efforts to resolve,gofer issues in
residential areas.
Harry Gibbens provided a letter for the City Clerk to read. The letter referred,to a
news paper clipping which provided information regarding financial matters for
deft police officers, American sign language, various,manners of learning and
seeing, making CEO's accountable and elderly people, being evicted from their
homes. The letter also read that we 'should keep tax.low and spend city funds
prudently:
Loraine Reed commented on.attending a block watch meeting where she was
informed by a Waste Resource Inc. representative the new changes that would
occur with their company. She described her concerns regarding the WRI's
decision to rescind the contract and the cost to change street sign in thecity.
Lastly, she mentioned that Election Day was -:soon approaching and':Was
conflicted in deciding who is best for the community. She said she wanted to be
able to trust people.
An anonymous speaker invited the City Council to attend a Rizzo Red hat 6th
Annual Country Western dance on October 10, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p. She
also mentioned that per popular request, the Night Karaoke Fundraiser will be
held on Friday October 25th at the Senior Center from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. She
commented that they the Travel Club will be offering dream vacations and have
several trips for 2014.
Joaquin Mesinas showed pictures to the Council and stated that all problems of
the problems relating to the appearance of the City could be fixed from the top.
- He added that city employees did not work as a team. Mr. Mesinas stated that
there was accountability was very important and all that occurs in the City reflects
on the supervisors, City Manager and City Council.
Maria Viera thanked the City Manager'for walking with the Director of Public
Works along with the school board Superintendant through Carnation Park and
Los Flores Street to address old issues after their September 5th meeting. Ms.
Viera said she hopes the new City Manager continues to work in this same
manner for the better of the community.
Ana Maria Barraza also thanked the City Manager for responding to a concern
she had within a week. She commented that there were drunken people on the
streets of Martin Luther King. Jr. and California and would like a resolution to the
issue.
Sherry Thomas provided a letter for the City Clerk to read. The letter briefly
described her concern regarding a dangerous crossing on Mulfurd and California
Street. She requested to implement a four way stop to prevent potential
accidents.
The Mayor directed staff to inspect the location mentioned by Sherry Thomas.
The City Manager stated he would respond to this request.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item #8 FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE - ADOPTION OF THE 2013
BUILDING CODES
Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services introduced the public hearing
regarding the adoption of the 2013 building codes.
Council Member Castro made a motion to open the public hearing, seconded by
Council Member Santillan-Beas.
Council Member Castro made a motion to close the public hearing and approve
staffs recommendation, seconded by Council Member Santillan=Beas.
ORDINANCE NO. 1668 ENTILED:
AN ORDINANCE. OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE.CITY OF LYNWOOD
AMENDING CHAPTER 11 OF THE LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE BUILDING.
AND HOUSING, BY AMENDING SECTION 11-1 (BUILDING,C,ODE), SECTION
11-6 (ELECTRICAL CODE), SECTION 11-9 (PLUMING CODE); SECTION 11-
10 (MECHANICAL CODE), SECTION 11-18 (APPENDIX CHAPTER Al OF.THE
BUILDING CONSERVATION CODE), SECTION 11-21 (RESIDENTIAL CODE)
AND SECTION 11-22 (GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE).
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS,• MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Castro pulled Item #20 and 21:
Mayor Alatorre pulled Item #18.
It was moved by Council Member Castro, seconded Council Member Santillan-
Beas, to approve the consent calendar and receive and file staff reports.
Item #9. MINTUES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
Regular Meeting —April 16, 2013
Item #10. APPROVAL OF THE WARRANT REGISTER
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.124 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD,
CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND
WARRANTS THEREFORE
Item#11. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES BY ELPIDO MARTIN
Staff's recommendation approved. •
Item #12. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES BY WALTER VARGAS
Staff's recommendation approved.
Item # 13. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES BY JAIME VEGA
Staff's recommendation approved.
Item#14. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES BY LIANA PEREZ
Staff's recommendation approved.
. Item #15. SERVING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES POLICY
Staff's recommendation approved.
Item #16. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) — SECURITY SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.125 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
PROCUREMENT OF ARMED AND UNAREMED SECURITY GUARD
SERVICES FOR THE CITY'S PARKS AND PUBLIC FACILITIES
Item #17. RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 8 TO THE
INDEPENDENT CITIES FINANCE AUTHORITY (ICFA) JOINT
POWERS AGREEMENT
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.126 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD,
APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 8 TO THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
WHICH CHANGES THE POSITION OF PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR TO
EXECUTE DIRECTOR AND ADDS CLARIFYING LANGUAGE REGARDING
HOUSING AUTHORITIES
Item #18. Mayor Alatorre Pulled Item #18 for separate consideration - STOP
SIGN INSTALLATION AT LOS FLORES BOULEVARD AND STATE STREET
Mayor Alatorre thanked staff for the great effort they made to resolve this issue.
He directed motor officers to enforce the stop sign by citing drivers who are not
used to making a stop.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.127 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD,
APPROVING STOP SIGN INSTALLATION AND NECESSARY PAVEMENT
MARKINGS ON LOS FLORES BOULEVARD AND STATE STREET
It was moved by Mayor Alatorre to approve Item #18, seconded by Council
Member Castro.
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANT,ILLAN;BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
Item #19. APPROVAL OF MOU WITH GATEWAY WATER°'MANAGEMENT
AUTHORITY TO DEVELOP A WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM AND COORDINATED INTEGRATED MONITORING
PROGRAM
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.128 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY;OF ,LYNWOOD
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE LOS ANGELES GATEWAY REGION
INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT JOINT POWERS
AUTHORITY AND THE CITIES OF DOWNEY, 'LAKEWOOD, LONG BEACH,
LYNWOOD, PICO RIVERA, SIGNAL HILL, SOUTH GATE?AND THE .LOS
ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD, CONTROL DISTRICT FOR ADMINISTRATION
AND COST SHARING TO PREPARE A WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM AND COORDINATE INTERGRATED MONITORING PROGRAM;.
AND APPROVING APPROPRIATION
Item #20. Council Member.Castro pulled Item #20 for separate consideration
- SPECIAL PERMIT REQUEST — CIRCUS
Council Member Castro mentioned she had a concern with parking and ,public
safety and asked staff if there was a manner in which to inform the regulations`of
our Noise Ordinance to the circus administrators. She also asked if staff could
issue a parking permit to the residents who need°the parking spaces"°'and
schedule staff to circulate the-area during the event in order to reduce potential
parking issues.
Sarah Withers, the Director of Community Development informed the Council
that parking enforcement officers were already scheduled for this event, but she
would coordinate with other departments:
Council Member Santillan-Beas asked if there was a parking fee for the public.
Sarah Withers, the Director of Community Development said she Was not aware
if there would be a parking fee.
Mayor Alatorre asked if the City could rent the empty lot that the City of Lynwood`
previously owned through the Redevelopment Agency:for these types of events..
City Attorney Galante stated that if City did not have a lease in place or any
arrangements with the former Redevelopment Agency, the City could not utilize
the empty lot.
Council Member Santillan-Beas made a motion to approve Item #20 without a
parking fee, second by Council Member Castro.
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
Item#21. Council Member Castro pulled Item #21 for separate consideration
- APPROVAL OF A GRIEVANCE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF LYNWOOD AND AFSCME LOCAL 1920 REGARDING
RETROACTIVE PAY FOR CALIFORNIA CLASS A DRIVER LICENSE
Council Member Castro stated that it was a unified effort by every member of the
council. She said it served as an example of great communication and proper
channeling. For the record, "these gentlemen have waited more than three
months since June for this retro pay, so I want to make sure this is treated with a
sense of urgency, that it's given to them on a separate and individual check, and
if I can hear from staff, Do we have an ETA of when these checks will be put?"
Interim City Manager stated that staff will issue separate checks and cut the
check very rapidly.
Amanda Roberson, the Director of Finance stated that the checks would be
issued by the end of the week, Monday at the absolute latest.
Council Member Castro made a motion to approve Item # 21, seconded by
Council Member Santillan-Beas.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.129 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A GRIEVANCE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AND SFSCME LOCAL 1920
REGARDING RETROACTIVE PAY FOR CALIFORNIA CLASS A DRIVER
LICENSE
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
NEW/OLD BUSINESS
Item #22. RED.LIGHT PHOTO ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
The staff report was provided by the Public Relations Director, Deborah Jackson.
She briefly gave city Council an overview of the program and, discussed";`the
benefits of extending the contract with Reflex Traffic..System's:,for an additional
five years. She said it wasn't revenue generating program, but rather used'as a
safety measure and requested direction from.City Council.
Detective Jason Carr provided statistics on the amount of revenue they had
accumulated in a year.
Council Member.Santillan-Beas asked if Detective Jason :Carrwas the officer,in
charge of reviewing the citations. She asked whether or not drivers where'cited
every time the light flashed.
Detective Jason Carr affirmed he was the officer who oversees citations and
stated that citations were not given every time the light flashed:
Mayor Alatorre asked if a motorist would be cited after the three and ,a •half
second threshold while making a left hand turn on a non-permissive'left turn
signal.
Detective Jason Carr stated that the State of California had an Amber State
mandate for signal light citations. Detective Carr clarified that no citation, was
given if a driver passesthe limit line and turns on red.
Mayor Alatorre inquired about the camera face and license plate recognition: He
asked Detective Carr if a face and license plate was easy to ready
Detective Carr stated that all license plates and faces had to be recognizable in
order to cite the motorist.
Council Member Morton asked Detective Carr if other neighboring cities have
removed red light cameras.
Detective Carr stated that the City of Compton removed their cameras but.Was
not sure what type of circumstances they faced at the time
Council Member Morton questioned whether it was worth,to extend the contract
with redflex considering the small percentage of revenue the City•obtains.
. Council Member Santillan-Beas stated that they might have paid more money
than they should have.
Council Member Castro requested clarification from staff.
Interim City Manager Richard Warne stated that they would provide a detailed
analysis report for further consideration.
• Mike distributed statistical data for council to review.
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Regarding Agenda Item #22)
Irene Garcia stated that she would not like for the contract to be extended
because it is not cost effective and the flashing from the cameras has caused
many accidents in the past.
Antonio Munguia stated that he never received a ticket for a red light camera. He
stated that the red light cameras are not always accurate. In addition, he would
like to see the contract reflect that the contract will not affect tax payers.
Loraine Reed stated that she was originally against the red light cameras;
however, after the presentation she changed her view. She mentioned that this
program should be implemented for safety measures rather than to generate
money.
Council Member Morton requested a report of accidents in the intersections with
red light cameras.
City Attorney Galante noted that the staff report included the number of
accidents.
Interim City Manager Richard Warne suggested to Council Member Morton to
look over the material that was already provided and would address further
concerns if there were any.
After discussion, City Council came to a unanimous agreement to bring back the
item for consideration with a detailed analysis report.
Item #23. REVIEW AND DISCUSIION OF SECTION 25-70-7 OF THE
LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE (LMC) RELATING TO POLITICAL SIGNS
Interim City Manager Richard Warne presented Item #23. He began by stating •
that he was "a political" and wanted everyone to know that before introducing the
item. He stated that this provision was adopted in conjunction with a zoning
ordinance amendment on March 15, 2005. Mr. Warne requested City Attorney
Council Member Santillan-Beas asked Detective Carr'.if he thought„Redflex was a
good program.
Detective Carr stated that he approved Redflex.
Council Member Castro asked the Director of Public Relation, Deborah Jackson,
if the City was paying out of pocket since the citations had diminished.
Deborah Jackson stated that the City was not payin'g'out of°pocket anchadded
that 80% of the citations were issued to non-residents. She referred to,Michael
for further clarification.
Council Member Castro stated that for the record "We get complaints from the
constituents that are valid, but to get a complaint of somebody who's upset
because they ran a red light, I think there is a balance and some complaints::from
our residents are valid, but if you're coming to me to complain`because you got a
ticket because you ran a red light tough cookie.”
Mike a representative from Redflex, commended the City .;of Lynwood for
accepting the program. He stated that the safety aspects have been the benefits
of the program. He also added that the contract is a cost neutrality contract
which, means it is a self sufficient program and the citations pay for,themselves
with no upfront fees and a flat rate. He commented on .the driving patterns
changing.
Council Member Santillan-Beas asked what the retention schedule was.for the
videos.
Mike stated that there was a thirty day retention on videos.
Council Member Castro read the clause regarding the cost neutrality in the,;steff
report and inquired whether the City was paying out of pocket.
Mike stated that there was no out of pocket fee:
Deborah Jackson stated that for the most part the City is-breaking even.
Mayor Alatorre inquired whether the cost neutrality.had°ever been enforced.
Mike stated that the clause had not been enforced.
Mayor Alatorre stated that he wanted the cost neutrality clause to be enforced.
Council Member Castro requested a cost report.
Galante to research regulations for political signs after a recent incident. He
researched this topic on his own and found that the City could not regulate the
amount of time before candidates erected political signs because it is the
candidate's first amendment right to exercise their freedom of speech. However,
the City can regulate when to take down the signs following elections.
Mayor Alatorre asked the City Attorney Galnate if the City of Lynwood would be
in violation of the law in the state of California, given the fact that the example
presented occurred in the state of Louisiana.
City Attorney Galante referenced a case in Northern California that occurred
within the state of California. However, it is a different district court and would
echo the Interim City Manager's recommendation to amend the ordinance
currently in place.
Council Member Castro referenced a recall in the past and stated that this
ordinance gives candidates a fair opportunity to campaign.
• Council Member Santillan-Beas stated that she was the candidate who received
a notice of violation for erecting political signs.
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Regarding Agenda Item #23)
Irene Garcia spoke on Item #23. Ms. Garcia stated that she was the one who
complained because she read the municipal code regarding political signs. She
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requested the court case used as the example above.
Harry Gibbens spoke on item #23. He recalled seeing political signs torn down
- due to political reasons. In addition, he stated writing a sample ballot in the
previous City Clerk's office where it was misplaced.
Joaquin Mesinas stated that he did not have a problem changing the Ordinance,
but asked the City Manager to have accountability. He questioned why the City
would pass an Ordinance and not enforce it.
Mayor Alatorre asked the Interim City Manager if a notice of violation was
considered a citation or a warning.
Interim City Manager Richard Warne clarified that a notice of violation informs the
property owner they are in violation and typically there is a time limit for the
owner to remediate the violation. If the violation is corrected, no citation is given
to the property owner. Therefore, a notice of violation is like a warning.
Mayor Alatorre stated that a notice of violation should be treated as a warning
when addressing the resident as well.
After further discussion, Council Member Castro made a motion•tb bring back'the
item with a revised Ordinance for further consideration, seconded by.,Cou'ncil
Member Morton.
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, : SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE •
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ -.
Item #24. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION' OF REVISED LYNWOOD
CITY HALL ANNEX/COUNCIL CHAMBERS PROJECT (PROJECT
NO. 67-905)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2013.130 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
APPROVING A NEW ANNEX AND CITY HALL RENOVATION 'PROJECT;.
APPROVING OPTION #2 FINANCING PLAN WITH A PROJECT BUDGET
TOTAL OF $7,429,400; AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC
WORKS/CITY ENGINEER TO ISSUE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS-FOR
PROJECT ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES AND PROJECT.CM
AT-RISK SERVICES
Interim City Manager Richard Warne introduced the item. He stated that one of
the most concerning issues in the City was the renovation of the,new City Hall
Annex/Council Chambers project. He summarized, the tribulations the Cit9 has
faced with this project and options on how to precede with a, power point
presentation.
Interim City Manager Richard Warne asked consultants from.Wildan to•pr'ovide
an analysis report to verify that funds were appropriately. spent. • They also
reviewed all project related expenses and confirmed the availability of the
remaining project funding with the finance department's accounting:records. 'The
conclusion of their review was that all funds were appropriately`spent, accounted
for and no funds were missing. The remaining budget is confirmed at five million •
five hundred twenty-five thousand dollars. Richard Warne presented sthe pros
and cons of two options for the said project.
Mayor Alatorre stated that if Council did not approve either option the City would
have to continue functioning with the current buildings. • - •
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS .
(Regarding Agenda Item #24) - • -
Arthur Martinez commented on the incompletion of the project. In addition, he
mentioned that a lot of money had been spent. Furthermore, he stated that he
wanted the City Council Chambers to be fixed.
Henry Soria thanked council for approving the grievance for the employees. He
• asked council where they were going to obtain the funds for the project. Mr.
Soria added that the City of Lynwood was the lowest paying City.
Antonio Mungia stated that he was glad there was a plan for construction. He
also added that the trailers should be gone in order to have nice grass.
Interim City Manager stated that funding for the project would be used primarily
funds that could not be used for employee compensation.
Council Member Morton stated that this project was feasible with no new dept.
Mayor Alatorre mentioned that they are fixing an ongoing problem.
It was moved by Council Member Castro to approve option #2 and proceed with
the issuance of a Request for Proposals for architectural/engineering project
services and Construction Manager At-Risk Services, second by Mayor Alatorre.
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
CITY COUNCIL ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Council Member Castro commented on the new trash hauler. She stated that
they needed to move forward and think positive. She reassured residents that
trash would be picked up during the transition from the old hauler to the new
company.. She also commented on the morale of City employees. Additionally,
she sated that residents were accustomed to speaking in public orals in the
beginning of the meeting rather than the end.
Council Member Santillan-Beas commented on a carnival held in St. Emydius
along with a car show. She requested a calendar of events in the future to avoid
conflict between events. Aditionally, she reported attending the grand opening of
Tierra Mia. She also addressed parking concerns from the residents and
thanked staff license for stopping flower vendors. Furthermore, she asked staff
to coordinate with the Sherriff's Department to address a solution for homeless
people.
Council Member Morton thanked residents for attending the Council Meeting'. •
Mayor Alatorre commented on moving forward with the City Hall`project and the
new trash hauler.
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante announced that the Council would recess to discuss
closed session items on the City.Council Agenda.
It was moved by Mayor Alatorre, seconded by Council Member:Castro, to recess
to Closed Session at.9:40 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 10:55 p.m.
Addendum: City Attorney Galante stated that.the City of-Lynwood received a
letter from Waste Resources INC., after posting the`agenda:
Mayor Alatorre made a motion to accept the subsequent need item, seconded by
Council Member Morton. -
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
RESOLUTION NO. 2013.131 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
ACCEPTING WASTE RESOURCES, INC.'s' • (WRI) RESCISSION AND
REVOCATION OF THE EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE
SOLID WASTE HANDLING SERVICES AND RESCISSION OF THE' CITY
COUNCIL RESOLUTION AWARDING THE FRANCHISE TO WRI": -
Mayor Alatorre made a motion to approve the Resolution, seconded by Council
Member Morton. -
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, SANTILLAN-BEAS, MORTON
AND ALATORRE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ .
The City Council,reconvened to close session at 11:02 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 11:10 p.m.
City Attorney Fred Galante stated that the Council met in closed session with
respect to the following matters:
Item #25. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
A. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session
pursuant to Section 54956.9:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION
(subdivision (a) of section 54956.9:)
1. Name of Case: Winbush v. City of Lynwood, et al.
Case No. BC487049
It was moved by Council Member Castro, second by Council Member
Morton, to approve the settlement agreement. Mayor Pro Tern
Rodriguez was absent.
B. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session
pursuant to Section 54957.6:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Agency Designated Representatives: Aleshire & Wynder Attorney Colin
Tanner
Employee Organization: LEA/AFSCME Local 1920
There was no discussion regarding this matter.
C. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session
pursuant to Section 54956.9:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCEL —ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant (2) of subdivision (d) of Section
54956.9:
Number of Cases: 2
No reportable action was taken for case number one.
Second case number was not discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further discussion, it was • moved, by Mayo Alatorre, seconded by
Council Member Castro, and carried to adjourn the regular Lynwood City Council
meeting at 11:11 p.m.
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