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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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~ 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
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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
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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
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Andrea L. Hooper, City Clerk
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