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SPECIAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2009
6:00 P.M.
LYNWOOD CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11330 BULLIS ROAD
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
Iris Pygatt, Chairperson
Antonio Munguia, Commissioner
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Patricia Carr, Vice Chairperson
Evelia Hernandez, Commissioner
Kim Battle, Commissioner
OPENING CEREMONIES
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. FLAG SALUTE
C. ROLL CALL
D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING
E. MINUTES -May 13, 2009
F. PUBLIC ORALS: (ITEMS ON AGENDA ONLY)
G. NEW BUSINESS
Lynwood Parking Enforcement Presentation - J.D. Whitaker, Manager
H. STAFF ORALS
I. BOARD ORALS
J. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ADVISORY BOARD COMMISSION
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Pygatt called the meeting to order on the above captioned date at 6:08
p.m.
FLAG SALUTE: All those present participated in the flag salute.
ROLL CALL:
Present
Chairperson Pygatt
Commissioner Battle
Commissioner Munguia
Commissioner Hernandez
Absent:
Vice Chairperson Carr
CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING:
Staff stated that the agenda was posted per the Brown Act.
NEW BUSINESS: FY 2009 Draft Consolidated Annual Action Plan
Annette Potts, staff liaison, informed the Commission that HUD has released the FY
2009 CDBG and HOME allocations which resulted in additional funds available for the
new program year and the need to re-evaluate the Commission's funding
recommendations in order to allow for the additional funds.
The Commission reviewed the staff report and funding proposals to determine if new
projects should be considered for funding and/or if projects recently recommended for
funding should receive an increase. As a result of this analysis, the Commission
recommended to add a street improvement project to the list of activities for fiscal year
2009-10. The project will take place on Josephine Street, between Long Beach
Boulevard and Bullis Road. All other allocations remained the same for final approval
by the City Council.
Commissioner Munguia moved, Commissioner Hernandez seconded to approve the
recommendation to fund the FY 2009 Josephine Street improvement project.
Commissioner approval was unanimous.
Ms. Potts informed the Commission that their recommendations would be forwarded to
City Council at their May 19, 2009 meeting. Staff will provide the Commission a copy of
the approved activities and allocation amounts at the Commission next meeting.
STAFF ORALS:
Ms. Potts asked the Commission if there was any information they would like presented
at their next meeting. The Commission requested presentations by the Parking
Enforcement and Senior Citizen Program. Ms. Potts informed the Commission that she
would contact these departments to schedule a presentation at a future CDBG
Commission meeting.
BOARD ORALS: None
ADJOURNMENT:
The CDBG Commission meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled
meeting.
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Parking Enforcement
Comprehensive parking enforcement is important to the health, safety, and
economic vitality of Lynwood. A dutiful, conscientious ticketing force is the heart
of an effective parking enforcement program. The City benefits from
enforcement in many ways, including the deterrent effect that comes from having
a high probability of a violator being penalized for parking illegally. A well-
designed enforcement effort enables the City to maximize its use of the existing
parking resources.
Activities performed by the parking enforcement officers include:
• patrol designated routes and enforce all parking laws and
ordinances within the C.V.C. (California Vehicle Code) and
the L.M.C. (Lynwood Municipal Code)
• issue citations to vehicles parked illegally
• detect and report malfunctioning meters
• impound illegally parked and abandoned vehicles
respond to citizen complaints and calls for service
• public relations; interpret parking regulations and procedures
and provide the public with a clear explanation, assist the
public in other ways as needed
City streets and avenues serve many competing interests and they are one of the
most sought-after resources the City controls. Primarily, the streets are designed
for moving traffic, but shoppers, delivery vehicles, visitors, taxis, and buses all vie
for on-street parking space.
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Parking enforcement plays a vital role in ensuring that the street is used in the
best interests of the community. The primary objectives of enforcement are:
a support the on-street and off-street parking system by
equitably & consistently enforcing the parking regulations,
e encourage compliance with the State's and City's parking
regulations,
promote traffic and pedestrian safety,
e maximize the capacity of the existing parking supply through
increased turnover,
e protect on-street access needed for commerce and public
convenience,
e enhance the quality of life in the residential zones by
keeping the area free of abandoned vehicles.
Common Violations and Fines
Street Sweeping
Alley Parking
Oversize Vehicle
Commercial Vehicle in Residential Zone
Expired Registration
Handicapped Zone
Fire Hydrant Zone
Red Curb Zone
Parking Across Sidewalk
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contest a parking citation?
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Parking citations are handled through a civil process unless appealed to a
criminal court. You may get details on the process by calling the Parking
Enforcement Division at (310) 603-0220 ext. 271.
The first element of the appeal is an Initial Review. This form can be
mailed to you if you request it by calling the Parking Enforcement Division
office, or you can pick one up at the Water Billing counter. The form
requires certain information about you and the citation, including a
statement about your reason for protesting the citation.
The Parking Control Manager can hold a brief hearing to review a parking
citation for validity. If there are errors which invalidate the citation, the
citation can be voided, but this is NOT a determination of guilt or
innocence. It is only a review to determine that the citation was legally
issued.
If the citation is not voided, you may request a Hearing to plead that you
are not guilty, or to plead guilty with an explanation. To start the process,
you need to mail in the "Request for Administrative Hearing" form and post
the bail for the citation.
The form requires you to and select whether you want a "Hearing by
Personal Appearance," which is a physical appearance at a Hearing
presided over by a Hearing Examiner, or a "Hearing by Declaration,"
which is submitting your argument in writing for a decision by the Hearing
Examiner.
The appearance option is a Hearing held by a Hearing Examiner who
hears contested citations on a monthly basis. In that Hearing you can
testify, ~ have a witness testify, or present other evidence, such as photos.
The Hearing Examiner can find you not guilty or dismiss the ticket
administratively. He or she can also find you guilty, in which case some or
all of the posted bail is forfeited. The other option is a "Hearing by
Declaration" which allows you to submit a written argument to the Hearing
Examiner, who then has the same options as with a live hearing. The
decision of the Hearing Examiner is final unless you appeal the case to
Los Angeles County Superior Court.
Method of Issuing Parking Citations for Expired Meters
Upon observation of an expired parking meter, the Parking
Enforcement Officer will inspect the meter mechanism and LED
display for "error/out of order" messages. Once it is determined
that the meter is functioning properly, a parking citation is issued.
If the officer detects a problem with any meter, a citation is not
issued, and the meter is reported to the Parking Control Manager
for repair,
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Why is the Officer marking my tires?
Marking tires with chalk is one method of time limit enforcement.
The City of Lynwood uses this method to enforce the Permit
Parking District time limits, Green Curb (20 min.) Zones, 2 Hour
Zones, and 72 Hour Parking. Immediately after the tire tread is
marked, the officer records the time and location. The tires are
again checked after the permitted time.
Vehicles in the Permit Parking Districts that have not been moved
are cited. Vehicles in the Green Curb Zone and 2 Hour Zones that
have not been moved are cited. Vehicles that have been marked
for 72 Hour Parking are impounded if the vehicle has not moved.
All associated towing and impound costs are the responsibility of
the registered owner.
How do I obtain release of an impounded vehicle?
Registered owners of impounded vehicles must FIRST obtain an impound
release prior to going to the contract tow service storage facility. Releases
can be obtained at City Hall.
To obtain a release on a vehicle that has been impounded. The
registered owner must provide a valid California driver's license, the
proper registration for the vehicle and provide payment for any
outstanding parking violations.
Next, the registered owner will take the impound release to Century Sheriff
Station, where they will pay an administration fee of $119.00. A Deputy
will sign off on the impound release and provide the registered owner with
a receipt.
With the impound release in hand, the registered owner may go to the
contract tow service and pay them the applicable tow and storage fees
directly. The current contract tow service is HP Automotive and Tow
Service.
Onfy the Registered Owner (RO) of a vehicle can obtain the impound
release. If the RO is not available, (for example, out of town), he or she
may mail or overnight a NOTARIZED letter designating a person to pick
up the vehicle. Only the original of the notarized letter is acceptable, not
copies or faxes. In the letter, the RO must be very specific as to who will
be picking up the vehicle, along with a detailed description of the vehicle,
itself (make, model, license plate number, etc.).