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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1985-07-16 - CC22 REGULAR MEETING JULY 16, 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. Also present were City Manager Gomez and City Attorney Yeager, It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Henning, and carried, that the following minutes be approved as written: Adjourned Regular Meeting June 11, 1985 Adjourned Regular Meeting June 14, 1985 Regular Meeting June 18, 1985 It was moved, seconded and carried to adjourn to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency meeting at 7:33 p.m. Council reconvened at 7:37 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct a public City -wide hearing on the proposed establishment of a City-Wide Parking Parking and and Business Improvement Area. He stated that on June 18, 1985 Bus Improv Area Council had opened a public hearing on the proposed ordinance, but due to the fact that all businesses had not received notices, the public hearing was continued to July 16, 1985. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the ordinance. ~~ M. McBride Mr. M. McBride, 2934 Imperial Highway, President of the Lynwood 7 Discussion Chamber of Commerce, stated the Chamber was in favor of Assembly Bill 1693, and felt there would be a savings to the City as the Chamber would be subsidized by the Bill. Funds would be used for financing the 4th of July activities, the Christmas Parade, Miss Lynwood Pageant, and with the additional funds, the scope of the duties of the Chamber can be increased. K. McJimsey Mr. K. McJimsey, 3354 Imperial Highway, stated that funds were More Chamber needed to continue Chamber activities, and in order to accomplish Funds this, the Chamber needs additional funds. He stated that money for the Chamber has never been sufficient and fund raising activities will continue, however, proper services cannot be provided without more funds. The Bill does not require the funds to be used for the Chamber, however Council is requesting consideration in that regard as the City and Chamber should work together for the City. w. xolitz Mr, W. Kolitz, 11324 Long Beach Boulevard, stated he felt that support by the Chamber of Commerce should be supported by the business Businesses community rather than depending on City Council, and this is what the Bill and ordinance will accomplish. Anyone paying a business license automatically becomes a member of the Chamber, There was no further response, and the public hearing was closed. Letters of The City Attorney inquired if the City Clerk has received any opposition to letters opposing the ordinance. The City Clerk stated three the above had been received from Mr. James Myer, Lucille's Beauty, and Autotron Automotive; Mr. Phillips had spoken the first public hearing held on June 18, 1985. The Attorney stated that because less than 50% of those affected by the assessment have protested, they may be overruled. c. Henning Councilman Henning spoke in favor of the Assembly Bill and In favor of ordinance. He also pointed out that other projects will be above funded by adoption of the ordinance. 23 Councilman Morris stated he remembered that years ago the c. Morris Chamber did not have enough money to hire a part-time Funds for secretary, and although many of the businessmen and officials Chamber do not live in the City, they have a very profound interest in it. Councilman Rowe inquired if businessmen automatically become C. Rowe members, why would that mean they would become more active; Membership if apartment owners had an increase in their business license, Chamber they might raise the rents. We should get all the informa- tion before Council adopts the ordinance. Councilman Thompson felt that increasing the activities of C. Thompson the Chamber will increase the activities of the whole City. Chamber Questions need to be. answered and maybe some people should Activities be eliminated, and staff should study all these questions before the second reading. The Mayor stated the Chamber is a valid body and is starting Mayor syork to move in .the right direction; the City should see they have Chamber enough money to operate. The City Attorney stated in order to modify the schedule of assessments that are currently in the proposed ordinance and resolution of intention, world require holding a new public hearing. One method is that Council decides to adopt the schedule of assessment upon further study and present a modification of assessments prior to levy as of January 1. After discussion, AN ORDINANCE entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 1st READING THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ESTABLISHING A CITY-WIDE PARKING AND City-wide BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA IN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AND ADDING Parking SECTION 17-58 TO THE LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman -•} Morris, to waive reading and introduce ordinance for first reading. I ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None 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 Henning re- quested Item No. 12, Payment of Bills, Warrant Register dated July 16, 1985. The Mayor stated Council would adjourn after the Consent Adjournment Calendar for cake and refreshments to celebrate the City's for 64th city 64th Birthday and to introduce Mr. Harry Marlow, Supervisor Celebration Hahn's deputy. The .following action was taken: ~-- Council authorize the Mayor to execute the Utility Agreement utility Agm 7UT-10,359, was presented. The City Council by a 4/5th vote authorize staff to negotiate Authorize the purchase of one (1) Mobile Sweeper, was presented. Mobile ~; Sweeper RESOLUTION NO. 85-95 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 81-164 RES 85-95 TO .REVISE EXHIBIT "A" OF SAID RESOLUTION RELATING TO WATER water Serv SERVICE RECOI~INECTION",was presented. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the items be approved and the resolution be adopted; new policy regarding water service reconnection 24 be approved. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None Councilman Henning requested Item No. 12, Payment of Bills, and wanted information on the cassette purchase. This purchase was for the HCDA office. He questioned the Doss Press warrant on envelc~es and commented that they should look as nice as the new letterheads, but Accounting Manager Fikel stated that 10,000 had already been ordered, but will check into it for the next time. He also wondered about spending so much for advertising in the Times, but Personnel Manager Chapek stated the same ads are published in the Lynwood Journal and Lynwood Press. After discussion, RES NO 85-96 RESOLUTION NO. 85-96 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY Demands COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS 7-16-85 AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the resolution be adopted. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: None Absent: None CITY CLERK'S AGENDA Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork oRD No 1256 ORDINANCE NO. 1256 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF VENDING & LYNWOOD ADDING SECTIONS 21-14, 23-28, 28-8 TO THE LYNWOOD PEDDLING MUNICIPAL CODE DEALING WITH VENDING, PEDDLING AND/OR SOLICIT- ING ON PUBLIC STREETS, SIDEWALKS OR PARKS, AND AMENDING SECTIONS 17-29, 1.7-57 23-25 OF THE LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE." was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Thompson, that the ordinance be adopted. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None oFZD No 1257 ORDINANCE NO. 1257 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ZONE CHANGE LYNWOOD AMENDING CHAPTER 25 OF THE LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE, THE C2-A to R-3 ZONING ORDINANCE, BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES FROM C2-A (MEDIUM COD~~IERCIAL) TO R-3 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)." was presented for second reading. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Morris, that the ordinance be adopted. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Noes: None Absent: None INFORMATIONAL ITEMS Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork City Manager Gomez requested a closed session be held after the ceremonies to celebrate Lynwood's 64th Birthday. j CITY MOTTO The Mayor introduced the Councilmembers to the audience and Contest held described the contest which was held for the purpose of obtaining an official City Motto. The Community Affairs Commission served as a preliminary Selection Committee. Over 300 entries 1 were received which demonstrated the pride and dedication of 25 the residents. Prizes were as follows: lst Place Doris Dugmore "A CITY MEETING CHALLENGES" CITY MOTTO WINNERS 2nd Place Beverly Armstrong 3rd Place Brenda Booker Runners-up Edna Cavette Mark Kinney Dorothy Noel Patricia Manous Mary Pruitt Dixie Davis "DEVELOPING A BETTER TOMORROW" "GROWTH TODAY, STRENGTH TOMORROW" "COMMUNITY PRIDE - FUTURE KEY" "GROWING THROUGH CARING" "STANDING TOGETHER FOR PROGRESS" "WITH PRIDE WE PROGRESS" "LYNWOOD: TODAY, TOMORROW, ALWAYS" "YESTERDAY'S DREAM, TOMORROW'S REALITY" The Community Affairs Commission was applauded for their 64th efforts in arranging the refreshments and decorations for sirthday the City's 64th Birthday. The meeting was recessed for cake Party and refreshments. Upon recovening, the City Attorney announced the results of the closed session. He stated Council met in closed session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried unanimously, the case of Castillo vs. City of Lynwood, the City offered settlement in accordance with staff recommendations. ~~ It was moved by Councilman Thompson., seconded by Councilman Approve re Henning and carried unanimously that Council approve reclass-classif i ~ i ification of the secretarial position in the Office of the c/M Office City Manager to Administrative Secretary position which is on the pay scale. The person would be temporarily appointed to the position pending the reclassification study. It was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Defer entr Thompson, and carried unanimously, directing staff to defer into new entry into the new medical plan that Council had previously medical pl approved recognizing a very slight increase in benefit premiums for matters of overall economics. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Ms. B. Gray, 4325 Nedra, stated she represented Sports Club s. Gray West which is a Lynwood based youth program. She explained sasketball that this program had been active for two years and prior Team to that was part of the Lynwood Recreation and Parks. She stated they are the third largest girls' basketball team in the State of California and is requesting Council authorize a loan to .them to help young people attend the Junior Olympics which start July 18, 1985 in Kansas City. """"' She stated they had tried to raise the funds and have $5,000. They will pay the loan back through future fund raisers. Councilman Henning stated he would not be in agreement to 'fund anyone from another city. Mrs. Gray explained that although the program includes residents out of the City, there are seven ladies from Lynwood which perhaps the City could sponsor. Councilman Thompson felt the Council was being put on the spot to request funds on the spur of the moment. Mrs. Gray stated she had approached the Parks and Recreation Department for two years to help promote their program with no results. The Mayor also stated that they 26 had not given Council enough time. Councilman Thompson thought the project should have been thought out and organized further ahead. Mrs. Gray stated the Junior Olympics are sponsored by Sears and Roebuck. Authorize funds Councilman Morris wondered if association through the for Jr. Olympics Parks and Recreation Department could be of assistance to the club. After further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Henning, seconded by Councilman Thompson, to authorize $3,500 for seven round-trip fares to the Junior Olympics with the stipulation that information must be received by the City Manager as to the usage of the funds, and to be paid back through future fund raisers. ROLL CALL: Ayes: Councilmen Henning, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Byork Noes: None Absent: None L. orozco Ms. L. Orozco, Regis Productions, stated members of her 8th Annual staff are contracting to hold the 8th Annual Street Scene st. scene Carnival on September 28=29, 1985, and asked if the City carnival could provide a facility where they can sell tickets. She explained that was a 14-block event to be held by Los Angeles City Hall, and that Lynwood would receive 20% of the tickets sold prior to the event. She explained there will be a contest to determine which organization can have a booth at the carnival where it will be possible to raise $7,000 or more because the booth and prizes will be donated. Councilman Thompson suggested they meet with the City Manager and Chamber of Commerce. City Manager Gomez will report back to Council. Ms. Orozco offered their services for Cinco de Mayo. x. Swayne Mr. R. Swayne, 3623 Agnes, stated he is a member of the Funds for Ed Education Foreign Exchange Institute, and requested Council Foreign Ex approve $2,000 to assist in their travel arrangements to Institute Mexico . Mrs. Daniels Mrs. Daniels, a teacher at Hosler Jr. High School, explained re above the EIS Institute is sponsoring this group and have made every effort to raise the funds. C. Henning Councilman Henning stated he felt the School Board should be school Board be responsible for sponsoring educational trips. He suggested responsible a letter be drafted from the City Council. Ms. M. Sherman for educational stated the School Board had been contacted and did not want trips the group to use any school facilities. c. Morris Councilman Morris suggested staff contact the School Board contact school to fund the group. Board C. Thompson Councilman Thompson did not feel Council should criticize the School Board or take on the role of providing leadership no criticism for the group. D. Strickland Ms. D. Strickland stated the matter was taken to the Super- Denial of intendent of Schools but they denied any assistance. Assistance c. Henning Councilman Henning informed Mrs. Swayne that she should go re above before the School Board to request funding, and also contact the Chamber of Commerce and report back to Council. There was no further business, man Thompson, seconded by Counc to adjourn to August 6,1985. ANDREA L. HOOPER, City of Lynwood and it was moved by Council- i Henning, and carried, ~~~ JOH~d D. BYORK, Mayo' City of Lynwood APPROVED AL7GUST 6, 1985