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REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 7, 1986
The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular
session in the City Ha11, 11330 Bullis Road, on the above
date at 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Henning in the chair.
Councilpersons Byork, Morris, Thompson, Wells, and Henning
` answered the roll call.
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Also present were City Manager Gomez and Assistant City
Attorney Feldman.
It was moved by Councilperson Byork, seconded by Councilperson
Morris, and carried, that the minutes of the regular meeting
of December 3, 1985 be approved as written.
Mayor Henning read a commendation for Dr. Edison Jackson. COMMENDATION
It was moved by Councilperson Morris, seconded by Council- Dr. E Jacksot
person Thompson, and carried, that the commendation be
approved.
Council recessed to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency meeting
at 7:40 p.m. Council reconvened at 7:48 p.m.
SCHEDULED MATTERS
The Mayor announced that the time had arrived to conduct a
public hearing on the proposed zoning ordinance amendment,
Antennas. Acting Community Development Director Mas ex-
plained and read changes in Paragraph 13 and 17 on Page 4.
He indicated the satellite dishes will only be allowed in
the rear yard, must be screened and the maximum height will
be regulated to 15 feet. Councilperson Wells asked how the
antennas could be screened for 15 feet when fence height
maximum is only 6 feet. Mr. Mas explained that they will
try to ensure maximum screening capability through the
site plan review process. The Mayor inquired if anyone
wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the ordi-
nance.
PUBLIC HEARIP
Satellite
Dishes
Mr. A. Bramlett, 11365 Louise, addressed Council as to what DISCUSSION
brought this type of ordinance to Council's attention and
the need for one; also, did this include roof antennas.
The Mayor explained there had been a number of requests to
erect dish antennas and presently, there are no zoning regula-
tions to control these devices and that regular antennas are
still allowed on roof tops. Mr. Bramlett thought this matter
should be thoroughly researched.
The City Attorney explained the definition of "Antenna" be
changed to mean only "Dish" antennas and devices.
Mr. R. Wright, 11634 Virginia, inquired if all utility lines
in the City will be going underground; a statement was made
that TV cable lines are underground. Director Mas stated
that only on new construction is it required they be under-
ground.
Mr. L. Joy, 11512 Virginia, questioned if the laws regarding
antennas are really necessary. He thought development is
already over-regulated and further laws hold back progress.
Mr. G. Martini, 17060 Alexander, thought the dispute was on
the definition of antennas. He thought getting rid of tele-
phone poles would do more to serve the aesthetic goals of
the City.
There was no further response, and the public hearing was
closed.
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After Council discussion,
1st Reading AN ORDINANCE entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Antennas OF THE CITY. OF LYNWOOD AMENDING CHAPTER 25, THE OFFICIAL
ZONING ORDINANCE, OF THE LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING
TO THE REGULATION OF ANTENNAS WITHIN THE CITY." was
presented for first reading.
It was moved by Councilperson Byork, seconded by Council-
person Thompson, to waive reading and introduce ordinance
with changes for first reading.
ROLL CALL:
yes: Councilpersons Byork, Morris, Thompson, Wells,
Henning
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.
Councilperson Wells requested Item No. 9, Changes in Re-
stricted Parking, Imperial Highway.
The following action was taken.
BID AWARD - Side- Council award a contract to the lowest responsible bidder,
walk Const. Proj White Construction Company, based on its bid of $77,625,
for Sidewalk Reconstruction Project, was presented.
Council approve the specifications and authorize staff
to advertise for bids, Brenton Avenue Reconstruction Project,
was presented.
RES No. 86-1 RESOLUTION N0. 86-1 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
DEMANDS 1-7-86 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE
DEMANDS AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR." was pre-
sented.
It was moved by Councilperson Byork, seconded by Council-
person Morris, that the foregoing items be approved and
resolution be adopted.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Councilperson Byork, Morris, Thompson, Wells,
Henning
Noes: None
Absent: None
Councilperson Wells requested Item No. 9, Changes in
Restricted Parking, Imperial Highway and asked if the
parking restrictions could be extended the full length
of Imperial Highway for the purpose of being consistent.
The City Manager stated this plan would allow parking
except during the peek hours. Public Works Director/
City Engineer Wang explained that in an attempt to improve
traffic flow they can either increase to a three lane
highway or restrict parking. Some of the businesses do
not have adequate parking, so there have been complaints
when parking is restricted all day. Councilperson Morris
thought the third lane would create more problems than
it is worth. Director Wang informed Council the reason
all of Imperial was not brought to them is that the Parking
and Traffic Commission had not fully studied it from Bullis
to Atlantic (Wright Road). The City Manager stated that
no solution will solve all the problems. Either the
traffic flow throughout the City can be helped, or concern
can be shown to the businesses along the way. He suggested
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there be an amnesty on this while staff studies it further.
Councilperson Thompson did not think it was fair to make
improvements at the expense of businesses that have been
in the City for years. Director Wang explained that is
why they are trying to temporarily resolve each case
separately depending on whether there is a hardship or not.
It was moved by Councilperson Morris, seconded by Council-
, person Byork, to return this item to Traffic and Parking
Commission to be included in the total concept for parking
restrictions, east and west from Bullis Road to the City
border, and that the former "No Parking" restrictions be
rescinded.
Mr. D. Gilbert, Traffic and Parking Commissioner, explained
that the request is only a temporary measure to help B ~, C
Liquor until the whole length of Imperial can be studied.
He thought the full study would be done by February.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Councilperson Byork, Dorris, Thompson, Wells, Henning
Noes: None
Absent: None
CITY CLERK'S AGENDA
It was moved by Councilperson Byork, seconded by Council- SOLICITATION
person Morris, and carried, to approve the solicitation Purple xeart
permit for the calendar .year to Purple Heart Veterans
Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
It was moved by Councilperson Morris, seconded by Council- Lyn Exchange
~, person Byork, and carried, to approve the charitable Club
solicitation permit for the Lynwood Exchange Club, March 1,
't 1986 and October 4, 1986.
It was moved by Councilperson Thompson, .seconded by Council- ~x~ater
person Wells, and carried, to approve the charitable solicita-Shiloh Chrc
tion permit for the Greater Shiloh Church of God in Christ
for three months, 1986.
The City Clerk. read for information only, the one (1) vacancy VACANCY
on the Community Affairs Commission vacated by Edna Kinney. Comm Affai
Nominations will be made at the regular meeting of January 21, E. Kinney
1986. It was moved by Councilperson Thompson, seconded by
Mayor Henning, as a joint item for Council and Lynwood Redevel-
opment Agency, to approve the use of the redevelopment prop-
erties on Long Beach Boulevard for a carnival on January 27,
through February 3, 1986 for the Lynwood Chamber of Commerce
request.
ROLL CALL: (CITY COUNCIL)
Ayes: Councilperson Byork, Morris, Thompson, Wells, Henning
Noes: None
Absent: None
~""" ROLL CALL: ( L R A )
~ Ayes: Members Byork, Morris, Thompson, Wells, Henning
Noes: None
Absent: None
It was moved by Councilperson Byork, seconded by Councilperson PERMIT
Morris, and carried, to approve the solicitation permit for Gospel Army
the calendar year for the Gospel Army Rehabilitation Program.
It was moved by Councilperson Wells, seconded by Councilperson Goodwill
Byork, and carried, to approve the renewal of fee exempt Industries
license for the Year of 1986 for Goodwill Industries of Southern
California.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
APPROVE WILLDAN The City Manager stated Council needed to take the same
CONTRACT action as the Agency in regards to the temporary help
for Director Mas while the Planning Technician assumes
duties of research and coordination in the zoning
amendment program. It was moved by Councilperson
Morris, seconded by Councilperson Wells, that the
Council authorize the contract with Willdan and Associates
for temporary services.
ROLL CALL
Ayes: Councilperson Byork, Morris, Thompson, Wells,
Henning
Noes: None
Absent: None
REISSUING VENDOR The City Clerk stated that on January 2, 1986, business
LICENSES licenses began to be issued regarding vendors because the
new State law does nod allow total prohibition of vendors.
Some restrictions can be imposed, and an urgency ordinance
would be required. The Mayor suggested that vendors should
have insurance and a health certificate. The City Clerk
stated that a health certificate and background check are
currently being required. Council considered requirements
and restrictions of certain streets, hours, schools, parks
insurance, etc., be studied. The City Attorney indicated
he would write the requirements for insurance into the
urgency ordinance. The City Clerk stated that those who
' have already purchased a license will still be subject to
the requirements imposed by the ordinance. It was agreed
the ordinance would be presented at the meeting of
January 21, 1986.
COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
C. WELLS- Councilperson Wells stated she would like staff to provide
Curfews information to Council regarding curfews as it could help
the Sheriff's Department regarding gangs. She was informed
curfews already exist in Lynwood, however, there is a
problem with enforcement. Councilperson Wells asked when
would the City entrance markers be installed. Public Works
Director Wang stated they would be installed in February.
"Buckle Up" Councilperson Byork reminded everyone to "Buckle Up." The
Law - 1-I-86 law began January 1, 1986.
Councilman Morris, wished everyone a Happy, Healthful New
Year.
Bus sY-STEM The Mayor wanted to know the status of the bus system
Status studies. Public Works Director Wang stated they are concerned
with moving the old PE Station and money to acquire property
for it. Also they want to integrate the City's bus system
with the Caltrans Interchange. The RFP will go out in
February and it takes two months to award the contract.
The Mayor stated he was anxious to get something tangible ~-s,
done on this project. After Council discussion,
It was moved by Mayor Henning, seconded by Councilperson
Wells, to allow staff to negotiate the purchase price for
buses.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Councilperson Byork, Morris, Thompson, Byork
Henning
Noes: None
Absent: None
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PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. J. Lucas, 11638 Louise, wanted to know what the City is J. Lucas
going to do with the old PE Station. He thought Caltrans PE station
was going to move it for the City without charge. He was
informed they agreed to move it, but not refurbish it.
Mr. W. Horn, 3528 Agnes, referred to Item No. 9, Parking.
He asked what the current restrictions were on Imperia
~~ Highway. Public Works Director Wang explained it is only
I restricted near the intersections, and explained that
resurfacing of Long Beach Boulevard must wait until the
freeway interchange is completed.
Mr. W. Cunningham, 10821 Cornish, thought the trash condi-
tions along the major highways should be cleaned up. Further
he would like to see the entire code enforcement system re-
vised with a single department head over the Code Enforcement
officers and a logging system used to keep. track of their
time. He challenged Council to put these items high on
their agenda for the year. Also, he would like the City to
take another look at the Paramedic Program.
W. Horn
Parking
Restriction;
W. Cunningh~
Various
Ms. F. Navatril, 3686 Cedar, stated that even when the street F Navatril
sweeper goes around twice, it still leaves the pine needles st Sweeper
behind. Councilman Byork suggested he may not be dumping
often enough. Public Works Director Wang stated he would
take care of it.
Mr. G. Martini, 10760 Alexander, referred to .Item No. 10, G. Martini
Sidewalk Reconstruction Project, and asked how much sidewalk Sidewalk
is involved for the money. Public Works Director Wang in- reconstr.
formed him that out of all the locations needing work, the
top 65 are chosen for tree removal and repair of sidewalks.
Mr. R. Rauch, 3935 LeSage, wondered if the restrictions on R. Rauch
vendors were referring to push carts rather than trucks. He vendors
was told it referred only to "vehicles" and did not specify.
The Mayor asked the City Attorney to investigate the meaning
of vehicles and report back to Council.
There was no further business, and it was moved by Council-
person Morris, seconded by Councilperson Byork, and carried,
to adjourn to the Workshop Meeting on January 13, 1986, at
7:00 p.m. in Bateman Hall.
ANDREA L. HOOPER, Clty Cl r
City of Lynwood
APPROVED FEBRUARY 18, 1986
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City of Lynwood