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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1985-07-02 - CC~5 REGULAR MEETING JULY 2, 1985 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on the above date at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Byork in the chair. Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson and Byork answered the roll call a Also present were City Manager Gomez and City Attorney Yeager. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, to approve the minutes of June 4, 1985 as written. It was moved, seconded and carried, to recess to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency meeting at 7:32 p.m. Council reconvened at 7:44 p.m. SCHEDULED MATTERS The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct a public hearing on the application for zone change from C-2A (medium commercial) to R-3 (multi-family residential). Staff stated the applicant who is requesting a zone change is unable to improve his property or obtain financing because of the non- conforming status, i.e. residential. use in a commercial zone. The General Plan shows the subject site is multi-family residential. The rezoning would make the land use and the zoning conform with the General Plan. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of_ or in opposition to the ordinance. There ~~~as none and the public hearing was closed. Councilman Henning inquired if the converted garage had been properly done. Staff stated that the applicant had appeared before the Planning Commission and that the two conditions for approval were that the existing dwelling be converted back to a garage, and the parcel map recorded with the City. Councilman Morris stated if it is not converted, no change made and remains C-2A, will the City require the conversion of the living quarters back to a garage. Staff stated that the City would require reconversion regardless of the zone change. After discussion, Public Hearing 1st Reading C-2A to R3 AN ORDINANCE entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF First Readi THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING CHAPTER 25 OF THE LYNWOOD MUNI- CIPAL CODE, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES FROM C-2A (MEDIUM! COMMERCIAL) TO R-3 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)." was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Thompson, to waive reading and introduce ordinance for first reading, and find that the zone change will not have a sub- stantial effect on the environment; approve the negative declaration. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Alorris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: Councilman Henning Absent: None 16 PUBLIC HEARING The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct a public Abatement hearing on determination of existence of a public nuisance 12102 LB Blvd at 12102 Long Beach Boulevard, and direction to abate said nuisance. Fire Chief Lathrope stated the property was the old chuckwagon restaurant, and is now an abandoned, fire- . damaged commercial structure as per the photographs. The property is open and overgrown; a fire has occurred on the property, and the Lynwood Fire Department will secure the building by boarding up the windows and doors. The City Attorney inquired what efforts had been made to locate the owner. The Fire Chief stated they had sent a registered letter, went to the last listed residence, and determined he had no phone. The property owner's attorney had been served, but refused to accept them stating he was only the owner's attorney on a retainer and did not know where to locate him. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak for or in opposition to the public hearing. There being none, the public hearing was closed. After discussion, RES No 85-9o RESOLUTION NO. 85-90 entitled: ''A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Nuisance Abate- COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, DETERrRINING THAT ment A NUISANCE IS BEING MAINTAINED ON CERTAII~i PROPERTY GENERALLY 12102 L B Blvd KNOWN AS 12102 LONG BEACH BOULEVARD AND DIRECTING THE ABATE- MENT THEREOF." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Thompson, that the resolution be adopted. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None MINUTE ORDER The City Attorney requested a minute order directing the Photos on above City Clerk to retain as record the proceedings and photo- graphs as part of the record. The Mayor so ordered. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under the consent calendar were acted upon by one motion affirming the action recommended on the Agenda unless members of the Council or staff requested specific items removed for separate action. Councilman Rowe requested Item No. 17, an Ordinance to Prohibit Vending and Peddling. The following action was taken: RES No 85-91 RESOLUTION NO. 85-91 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Purchase Con- COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING AN APPROPRIATION Crete Receptacle OF FUNDS FROM PROPOSITION "A" TO COVER THE COST OF THE PURCHASE OF FIFTY CONCRETE TRASH RECEPTACLES." was presented, and Council award a contract to the lowest bidder, City Concrete Products Company. BID AWARDS City Council accept the lowest bid_ received from Hasco Oil HASCO OIL Company, Inc., and award a purchase order contract for Petroleum Prod $40,000 to provide petroleum products subject to a quarterly review of prices and services, was presented. Uniform Council award a purchase order contract to Aratex Services, service Inc., for $18,000 to provide Uniform Service, was presented. PURCHASE Council award a purchase order contract to Nixon-Egli Equip- Asphalt Paver ment Company for the purchase of an asphalt paver for the sum of $24,930, was presented. CONTRACT Council authorize the mayor to sign a contract with Coopera- coop Personnel tive Personnel Services for Classification Study, was presented. 17 RESOLUTION N0. 85-92 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY RES No 85-92 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD SETTING FORTH THE SALARIES Salaries by BY CLASSIFICATION OF ITS OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES . " was classification presented. The City Council select the top three (3) mottos chosen by LYNWOOD NEW the COmmurilty Affairs COmm1SS1ori aS winners iri the Motto MOTTO Contest, and that "A CITY MEETING CHALLENGES" be selected as the new City Motto, and staff be directed to make all the preparations necessary to an Awards Ceremony to distribute prizes to the three top contestants at the July 16, 1985 City Council meeting, was presented. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the foregoing items be approved and the resolu- tions be adopted. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None Councilman Rowe requested Item No. 17, an Ordinance to Prohibit Vending and Peddling, and inquired as to what initiated this ordinance. The City D4anager stated that staff had recieved complaints from citizens and councilmen concerning vendors and peddlers in the City, and Council directed staff to draft an ordinance pertaining to this. The City Attorney stated the ordinance provision excludes any activity falling in the category of free speech, and the severability clause would protect the City if the ordinance violates any constitutional rights. After discussion, F""" AN ORDINANCE entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1st Reading ~ OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADDING SECTIONS 21-14, 23-28 and 28-8 Vending and I TO THE LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE DEALING WITH VENDING, PEDDLING Peddling Ord AND/OR SOLICITING ON PUBLIC STREETS, SIDEWALKS OR PARKS, AND AMENDING SECTIONS 17,29, 17-57, and 23-25 of the Lynwood Municipal Code, was presented It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Henning, to waive reading and introduce ordinance for first reading. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: None Absent: None INFORMATIONAL ITEMS Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork The City Manager requested a closed session be held after Council and Oral Communications for salary negotiations. COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Henning wished everyone a happy and sane 4th of c. xenning July, and stated a good program had been planned at the City safe 4th park. Councilman Morris also wished everyone a happy 4th of July. C. Morris Also requested that staff research and report back on the various number of P-1 zoned lots in the City. The City Manager noted that all P-1 lots on the Long Beach Corridor have been rezoned, however, Atlantic Avenue was not completed. The Mayor requested everyone to be very careful of fires Mayor - Safe during the holiday; reminded them of the Baldwin Hills fire. 4th of July 18 PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. R. Foster Mr. R. Foster, 24723 Via Valmonte, Torrance, stated he Neighbor owned property at 3150 Euclid Avenue and there are 250 proglems with apartments next to his four units. Tenants of the complex rubbish as a dump. His fence has been broken into 15 times. The Fire Chief stated the property has been a maintenance problem for years, and is currently going to court for roaches and rodents. The City Manager suggested he tell his tenants to identify the people causing the problems, or perhaps he could hire a security guard. The City Attorney told him if he was willing to spend the money, he could take the owners to court for failure to maintain the property, and the Department of Corporations could help him find who should be served. Ms. M. Hampton Ms. M. Hampton, 3335 Sanborn, stated she would be happy Rubbish to oversee Mr. Foster's yard on the 4th of July, and also stated the house on California and Platt is full of rubbish. Mr. J. Lucas Mr. J. Lucas, 11638 Louise Avenue, thanked the Fire Chief weeds for taking care of the car problem near his home. Complained about the corner lot on Louise where gangs hang out and weeds have become a problem. suggestion from The Mayor suggested refreshments be served at the next Council Mayor re city's meeting to celebrate the City's 64th Birthday. He also 64th Birthday stated the Motto Contest winners will be recognized at that meeting. SHERIFF'S coN- The City Manager noted that the Sheriff's Department has TRACT EXPIRING notified the City their contract will expire June 30, 1985, and authority is required to continue police service until a rate increase can be negotiated. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Thompson, to continue the Sheriff's contract. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Henning, and carried, to recess to closed session at 8:20 p.m. Council reconvened at 9:15 p.m. The City Attorney stated Council met in closed session and a status. report was received on the Vaz and Lane (Little Annie Wannies) pending litigation. Council also directed staff to utilize the services of the City Attorney, Mr. Bob Kane, to meet and confer with the employees relative to implementing the Fair Labor Standard Act. Action was unanimously taken. Council also deferred further considera- tion of terms and conditions of the City Manager and Animal and Business License Supervisor employment until the meeting of July 8, 1985, pending receipt by all Councilmembers of the latest draft material. c/M re will The City Manager stated information had been received from Rogers school Mr. Ron Herdman, Caltrans, regarding the Will Rogers School Property property. Staff wrote a letter expressing interest in acquiring the property. Mr. Herdman will send additonal information on the school site. C. Henning Councilman Henning requested-staff to look into contracting contract with with the Los Angeles Fire Department for fire service, and LA Fire Dept bring back costs from Los Angeles County. 19 There was no further business, and it was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, to adjourn to July 8, 1985 at 5:00 p.m. ~~ ANDREA L. HOOPER, City Cl rk City of Lynwood APPROVED AUGUST 6, 1985 J H D. BYORK, M or Ci y of Lynwood