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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM2007-06-19-CCLYNWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 19, 2007 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular meeting in the Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road on the above date at 5:00 p.m. Mayor Byrd presiding (~ Council Members Johnson, Pedroza, Santillan, Vasquez, and, Byrd were present. Also present were Interim Executive Director Arnoldussen, City Attorney Beltran, City Clerk Hooper, and City Treasurer Pygatt. City Clerk Hooper announced that the Agenda had been duly posted in accordance with the Brown Act. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Peter Starr spoke on item #20 -REQUEST FOR SPECIAL PERMIT: CORTLAND STREET -BLOCK PARTY - He invited everyone to the block party. Irene Garcia spoke on item #15 - LYNWOOD LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2007-A, FY 2007-2008 -She is against this item. She can put up her own lights. Item #16 - LYNWOOD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2007-L, FY 2007-2008 -She is against this item. She can trim her own trees. Chef Martin spoke on item #17 SPECIAL PERMIT -DANCE HALL AND -~ ENTERTAINMENT, LA HUASTECA RESTAURANT, 3150 IMPERIAL ~ HIGHWAY,. UNIT #100 - He would like to have a dance at La Huasteca. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Corey Smith stated that the area surrounding Atlantic Blvd. and Blunt Ave. is a haven for gangs, gamblers and drug dealers. It makes it difficult for residents in the area. He would like this to change. Martha Rodriguez spoke regarding item #22 -FIREWORKS STANDS -She stated that she was not notified regarding the deadlines for obtaining a license to operate a firework stand. Jim Morton also stated that he was not notified of the deadlines for obtaining a firework stand license. Ms. Hooper stated that they were notified by the firework companies . Pearline and Frank Calderon readdressed the incident they experienced with the Senior Advisory Board. -''~ Council Member Johnson has given the Calderon's situation to the Ad Hoc '. Committee to resolve. 1 Jose Savala stated that he was given a ticket unjustly because there was wood in front of his house where construction was taking place. Lorene Reed stated that the Calderons violated the bi-laws of the Senior Advisory Board. Julio Mendoza stated that the Calderons should not have brought their issue regarding the Senior Advisory Board to the Council Members. Lizabeth Contreras stated that the construction area for a multi level parking structure in the City is rat infested and dirty. The developer has not notified her if the project is going to be completed and whether she needs to sell her property or not. Paulette Bradley feels that the Senior Advisory Board should take care of their own issues. She was also kicked off of the Advisory Board but she has continued to participate as anon-member. Mayor Byrd acknowledged the passing of Commodore Reid, who worked with. the Lynwood Unified School District for many years. PUBLIC HEARING Item #7 ADOPTION OF THE FY 2007-08 BUDGET It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, seconded by Council Member Santillan, and carried to open the public hearing. It was moved by Council Member Santillan, seconded by Mayor Byrd, and carried to close the public hearing. After discussion it moved by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza and seconded by Council Member Johnson to continue the discussion at the next Council meeting. After discussion it was approved by general consent to continue discussion at the next Council Meeting. Council Member Santillan stated that her vote would be no. Item #8 PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF A HOME AGREEMENT WITH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (HFH) AND THE SALE OF LAND FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT AT 4267 FERNWOOD AND TO DESIGNATE HFH AS A CITY SELECTED COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, seconded by Council Member Santillan, and carried to open the public hearing. It was moved by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member Johnson, and carried to close the public hearing. Lorry Hempe introduced this item regarding Habitat for Humanity. Leaonna De Witt requested to have council approve an agreement with Habitat for Humanity for $360,000.00 and to designate therr~ as a CHDO. At 4267 Fernwood Avenue, Habitat for Humanity is a non profit organization proposing to develop three single family dwelling units. All properties will be given to Lynwood residents. Habitat for Humanity. will provide community outreaches to the residents and they will also support the new home buyers with education regarding the purchase and the upkeep of their new homes. Lorry introduced Steven Senemar from Semco, a real estate development company. Steven Senemar has completed construction on several dwelling places in the City of Lynwood. He stated that he will work with the City to complete this project weather an agreement is made with them or if they have to buy the property and offer it back for low income housing. After discussion, it was moved by Council Member Vasquez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, to adopt the Resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2007.084 ENTITLED A RESOLUTION OF THE LYNWOOD CITY COUNCIL APPROVING A HOME AGREEMENT TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (HFH) FOR $360,000 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THREE SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES LOCATED AT 4267 FERNWOOD AVENUE AND TO DESIGNATE HFH AS ANOTHER CITY SELECTED HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (CHDO). ROLL CALL: AYES: DIRECTORS, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Item #9 A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CITY'S FEES SCHEDULE TO ESTABLISH AN ENTERPRISE ZONE HIRING TAX CREDIT APPLICATION FEE It was moved by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member Santillan, and carried to open the public hearing. It was moved by Council Member Santillan, seconded by Council Member Johnson, and carried to close the public hearing. Regina Brooks introduced this item and stated that the City of Lynwood and South Gate jointly submitted an application to revamp a new enterprise zone. The proposed $45.00 fee will defray the cost incurred by the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency to process and market the credit vouchers and pay the state the required $10.00, fee. Maria Garcia wants this item to be continued on to the next agenda so that the' Chamber of Commerce would be able to conduct an official public hearing. After discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, seconded by Council Member Johnson to adopt the resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2007.085 ENTITLED A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ESTABLISHING AN ENTERPRISE ZONE HIRING TAX CREDIT APPLICATION FEE OF $45". ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONSENT CALENDAR ~--, . All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be acted upon by one motion ~ affirming the action recommended on the -agenda. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to voting unless members of the Council or staff request specific items to be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. . There. was a need for two subsequent need items. It was moved by Council Member Santillan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza regarding Town Hall Meetings. The City Attorney stated that the subsequent need item came to the attention of the Council after the agenda had been posted and there is a need for immediate action. It became agendized as item #Z3A. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE There was also a need for a subsequent need item regarding an Independent Elections Official. It was moved by Council Member Johnson, Seconded by Council Member Vasquez to appoint an Independent Elections Official. The City Attorney stated that the subsequent need item came to the attention of the Council after the agenda had been posted and there is a need for immediate action. It became agendized as item #23B. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza pulled item #12 -GIFT OF ARTWORK TO THE CITY Mayor Byrd pulled item #13 -GRANTING OF EASEMENT TO THE ALAMEDA CORRIDOR TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (ACTA) It was moved by Council Member Santillan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, to approve the minutes, approve street closure, and. adopt the resolutions. Item #10 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: Regular Meeting -May 15, 2007 Item #11 APPROVAL OF THE WARRANT REGISTER RESOLUTION NO. 2007.086 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND WARRANTS THEREFORE. Item #14 .APPROVAL OF PARCEL MAP NO. 63446 RESOLUTION NO. 2007.087 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING PARCEL MAP NO. 63446 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT. ; -' Item #15 LYNWOOD LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2007-A, FY 2007-2008 RESOLUTION NO. 2007.088 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY. COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT PREPARED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, SECTION. 22565 ET SEQ., AS ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON APRIL 17, 2007, RELATING TO THE LYNWOOD LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. RESOLUTION NO. 2007.089 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS .FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-200$ WITHIN THE LYNWOOD LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1.972 (COMMENCING WITH STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 22500, ET SEQ.), AND FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING PROTESTS AND OBJECTIONS. Item #16 LYNWOOD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2007-L, FY 2007-2008 RESOLUTION NO. 2007.090 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT PREPARED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, SECTION 22565 ET. SEQ., AS ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON APRIL 17, 2007, RELATING TO LYNWOOD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. RESOLUTION NO. 2007.091 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-08 WITHIN THE LYNWOOD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 (COMMENCING WITH STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 22500 ET SEQ.), AND FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR, HEARING PROTESTS AND OBJECTIONS. Item #17 SPECIAL PERMIT -DANCE HALL AND ENTERTAINMENT, LA HUASTECA RESTAURANT, 3150 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, UNIT #100 The special permit was approved by council. Item #19 RATIFICATION OF PURCHASE OFFER AND AUTHORIZATION OF COLLABORATION WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR THE USE OF 20 PERCENT SET ASIDE FUNDS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF 3254 PALM AVENUE RESOLUTION NO. 2007.092 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD (1) RATIFYING A PURCHASE OFFER ON REAL PROPERTY AS AUTHORIZED ON MAY 29, 2007 DURING A CLOSED SESSION (2) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR THE INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3254 PALM AVENUE USING HOME PARTNERSHIP FUNDS AND (3) AUTHORIZING COLLABORATION WITH _o THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD FOR THE USE OF 20 PERCENT HOUSING SET ASIDE FUNDS TO PURCHASE THE REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3254 PALM AVENUE AND TO SECURE THE ~ DIFFERENTIAL BETWEEN HOME FUNDS LIMITS AND THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PROPERTY AND OTHER RELATED COSTS RELATED TO SAID PROPERTY ACQUISITIONS FROM THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY'S 20 PERCENT HOUSING SET ASIDE FUNDS. Item #20 REQUEST FOR SPECIAL PERMIT: CORTLAND STREET - BLOCK PARTY Item #21 CONTRACT FOR PRINTING SERVICES RESOLUTION NO. 2007.093 ENTITLED: A RESOUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AMONTH-TO-MONTH AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AND RODGERS & MCDONALD PRINTING & GRAPHICS SERVICES. Mr: Beltran wanted to add the language of professional services to the adoption of this item. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Item #12 GIFT OF ARTWORK TO THE CITY Consuelo introduced this item. regarding a gift of artwork to the city which was presented to the City by Frank and Pearline Calderon. After discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, seconded by Council Member Vasquez to accept the art work. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD _ NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ~~ ABSENT: NONE Item #13 GRANTING OF EASEMENT TO THE ALAMEDA CORRIDOR TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (ACTA) After discussion, it was moved by Mayor Byrd, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza to adopt the resolution. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE DISCUSSION ITEMS Item #18 REQUESTING AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AN ADMINISTRATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE LYNWOOD '~ j REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE HOME '~: PROGRAM After discussion, it was moved by Council Member Johnson, Council Member Vasquez to adopt the resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2007.095 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD TO APPROVE AND THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A HOME CONTRACT AND ADMINISTRATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AND THE, REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER; JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Item #22 FIREWORKS STANDS Bruce Arnoldussen introduced John Kelly from TNT Fireworks. He stated that he understood that Council had questions about the rental of firework stand locations and he was ready to answer any questions. He stated that he wanted to help all non-profit organizations. John Kelly, the Vice President of TNT Fireworks, introduced this item regarding the firework stands. Council Member Alfreddie Johnson wanted to help the non profit organizations. Jeff Brandonburg, the regional manager of Phantom Fireworks, stated that he is also interested in helping the non profit organizations. After discussion, it was moved by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza to accept the fourteen firework stands with the addition of the Rotary Club. ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Item #23 PROSTITUTION UPDATE Sargent Hardy from the Century Station stated that the sheriffs have made approximately fifty to sixty arrests per month. The sheriffs are taking a proactive stance by employing undercover operations to break prostitution rings. -°n--, After discussion, by general consent staff received and filed the report. r ~ SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEM Item #23A TOWN HALL MEETING Council Member Santillan introduced this item. She stated her concern, regarding the appropriateness of conducting a series of town hall meetings upon a request from a single member rather than the council as a whole. Council Member Vasquez would like to have these meeting to keep the public informed regarding City projects. After discussion, by general consent it was decided to ,continue with the Town Hall Meetings. Each council Member will host one meeting. Item #23B APPOINTMENT OF AN INDEPENDENT ELECTIONS OFFICIAL Council Member Johnson introduced this item, desiring to have an investigation -- , into the elections process. RESOLUTION N0. 2007.096 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPOINTING AN INDEPENDENT ELECTIONS OFFICIAL TO SUPERVISE AND ADMINISTER THE RECALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND TO CONDUCT AN INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO VARIOUS ALLEGATIONS OF WONGDOING WITH RESPECT TO THE CREATION AND CIRCULATION OF THE RECALL PETITIONS ROLL CALL: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBER, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN, VASQUEZ AND BYRD NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE CLOSED SESSION Item #24 With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54957.6: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Agency negotiator: Richard Kreisler -Chief Negotiator Alfredo J. Lopez, III -Alternate Employee Organization: Lynwood Management Employee Association Lynwood Employees' Association B. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54957: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT Title: City Manager i I C. With respect to every item of business. to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.9: ~~;, CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9: Two (2) Cases D. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.8: CONFEENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Property: 3579 Brenton, Lynwood, CA City Negotiator: City Staff and City including but not limited to Interim City Manager, Lorry Hempe, Arnoldo Beltran and Avant Garde Negotiating Parties: Gale Johnson Under Negotiation: Price and terms of purchase It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Pedroza, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and carried to recess to closed session at 10:30 p.m. Council reconvened at 12:03 p.m. Council Member Johnson was absent. City Attorney Beltran stated that the Council met on the aforementioned matters and with respect to the following: Item #24 With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54957.6: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Agency negotiator: Richard Kreisler -Chief Negotiator Alfredo J. Lopez, III -Alternate Employee Organization: Lynwood Management Employee Association Lynwood Employees' Association After discussion, Council Members reached a unanimous consensus on a 4-0 basis to provide further instruction to negotiators. B. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54957: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT .,:~--, ' , Title: City Manager No Action was taken C. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.9; CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9: Two (2) Cases No action was taken. D. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.8: CONFEENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Property: 3579 Brenton, Lynwood, CA City Negotiator: City Staff and City including but not limited to Interim City Manager, Lorry Hempe, Arnoldo Beltran and Avant Garde Negotiating Parties: Gale Johnson Under Negotiation: Price and terms of purchase After discussion; Council. Members reached a consensus on a 4-0 basis to provide further directions to staff. ADJOURNMENT Having no further discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro-Tem Pedroza, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and carried to adjourn the regular Lynwood City Council meeting in memory of Commodore Reed at 12:06 p.m. Lo is Byrd, Mayo oC. { ~ Andrea L. Hooper, City Clerk i- I~J..