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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 1980-06-17 - CC~'" .. ~ REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 1 1 80 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date, at 7:35 p.m. Mayor Green in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson and Green an- swered the roll call. Also present were City Manager Davis and City Attorney Murphy. SCHEDULED MATTERS It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris,. and carried, that minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of June 3, 1980 and the regular meeting of June 3, 1980 be approved as written. The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct a public hearing on proposed zone change from R-1 (Single Family. Unit) to R-2 (Two-Family Unit) on Lots 1226 and 1227 Tract 3335, commonly known as 11438 Spruce Street. The City Manager presented a report on the recommendations of the Planning Commission pursuant to public hearings. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the proposed zone change. Public Heap ing zone change 11438 Spru~ R-2 from R-1 Mr. William Loving, 11438 Spruce Street, owner of the property, stated that he plans to construct an additional structure Wm. Loving on the property according to Code requirements. owner of 11438 Spru Councilman Byork requested information regarding the Planning Commission's objections. Planning Director Gomez stated that the Planning Commission had concerns as to whether there was adequate space for a second unit. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in opposition to the proposed zone change. As there was no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADDING TO AND THE RECLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES THAT AMENDS THE ZONING MAP WHICH IS PART OF SAID ORDINANCE - (11.438 SPRUCE STREET)." was pre- sented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that the Ordinance be read by title only and introduced. The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct a public hearing on proposed zone change from R-3 (Residential Multiple Family) to M (Manufacturing) on a portion of Lot 77, .Tract 10634, commonly known as 11063 Wright. Road. The City Manager presented a report on the recommendations of the Planning Commission pursuant to public hearings. The City Manager stated that under the General Plan properties in the vicinity of 11063 Wright Road are designated for industrial use and it was on this basis that Mr. Henry Bigos was issued a building permit for the construction of a building in January, 1979; however, the current zoning of R-3 has never been changed, thus necessitating the application for zone change. The City Manager recommended the application for zone change be approved and the Planning Commission be directed to initiate a study of methods by which. zoning can be brought into compliance with the General Plan. 1st read ing of Ord 570 amend- ment Public Hea ing zone change 11063 Wright Rd. from R-3 to M The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak for or against the proposed zone change. <?~; H. Bigos in Mr. Henry Bigos, 11333 Cornish Avenue (owner of the favor of pro- Property) spoke in favor of the proposed zone change stat- posed zoning ing that he planned to use the property for truck storage. change @ 11063 The Mayor inquired if anyone else wished to be heard. Wright Road Councilman Rowe asked for clarification of the follow- ing statement in Management's recommendation " the ~ Commission intends to rezone back to R-3." The City Manager responded that the Planning Commission will handle properties in transition areas that have a legal non- conforming use in this manner until such time as policy is established.. Councilman Byork inquired why it is necessary to rezone back to R-3 if it is ultimately to be zoned M-1. 1st reading of An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE Ord. 570 on. CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 570 FOR THE PURPOSE OF amendment re ADDING TO AND THE RECLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES THAT 11063 Wright Rd. AMENDS THE ZONING MAP WHICH IS PART OF SAID ORDINANCE - (11063 WRIGHT ROAD). was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the ordinance be read by title only and introduced. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe,.:-Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council- man Rowe, and carried, that the Planning Commission be notified that the property at 11063 Wright Road be de- signated M zone until such time as a policy is establish- ed with respect to bringing zoning into conformance with the General Plan. The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct public hearing on proposed amendments to Ordinance 570 pertaining to side and rear yard requirements distance between buildings and automotive uses. The City Manager presented a report on the recommendations of the Planning Commission pursuant to public hearings. The Mayor in- quired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, .the proposed amendments. As there was no response, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed. 1st reading of An Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL Ord. 570 re adding OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING ORDINANCE 570 BY ADDING sections on THERETO SECTION 4.04.B.8 WITH RESPECT TO SIDE AND REAR distances between YARD REQUIREMENTS, SECTIONS 4.04.B. g AND 10 WITH RESPECT bldgs. & auto- TO DISTANCE BETWEEN BUILDINGS, AND SECTION 14.13 WITH votive uses RESPECT TO AUTOMOTIVE USES AS DEFINED." was presented for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Byork , seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that the ordinance be read by title only and introduced. NEW BUSINESS S/E/A/C/A re- The City Manager reported that the Southeast Area Animal commends parti- Control Authority has recommended that the City of ~ipation in grant Lynwood participate in a grant application to the application for California Department of Transportation for funding to fund to control control animals in the I-105 Freeway Corridor. It was animals in I-105 moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Frwy. Corridor.. Thompson, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. The City Manager reported that C. V. Disposal Service, ~.V. Disposal Inc. has requested a rate increase for refuse collection, Derv., Inc. rate to be effective as of July 1, 1980 and recommended that increase Council approve an increase of 11% for residential (from $3.38 to $3.75 per month), and an increase of 17% for commercial (from $33.06 to $38.68 per month). It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Thompson, that Council concur with the recommendation. I I Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson and Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. r"` the recommendation. A report on the offer of Candlewood Country Club to lease 145 acre feet of water for $33 per acre foot, for a total cost of $4,785, was presented by the City Manager with the recommendation that the Council approve the water right transaction between Candlewood Country Club and the City of Lynwood and authorize the Mayor to execute the necessary agreement.. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Council concur with RESOLUTION No. 80-53 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING THE CITY ENGINEER'S ANNUAL REPORT AND AUTHORIZING THE LEVYING OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE 1980-81 LYNWOOD STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT. was presented. The City Manager noted that the street lighting assessment remains at the 1979-80 rate. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. The City Manager recommended that Council approve submission of application for funds through the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the year 1980 Innovative Grant Program which is designed to assist home owners and small businesses to weatherize and retrofit their properties. The program, known as Project ERGS (Energy Retrofit Grant Subsidies) is fully funded by the Federal Government. RESOLUTION No. 80-54 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S FY 1980 INNOVATIVE GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY ENERGY CONSERVATION." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. The City Manager recommended that Council approve submission of an application for funds through the California Depart- ment of Housing and Community Development for the Deferred Payment Rehabilitation Loan Program which is designed to assist with the rehabilitation of low and moderate income housing. RESOLUTION No. 80-55 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING SUB- MISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. The City Manager reported that the Las Angeles County Hous- ing Authority has made application for 184, Section 8 Exist- ing Rental Units to be allocated throughout the County of Los Angeles, and has requested that the Mayor send a letter to HUD in support of the application. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that Council authorize the Mayor to send a Letter of Support. Councilman Thompson inquired how the rental rate is determined. Dianne McNeil, Director of Housing and Assistance Payments Program, stated that a variety of factors, such as locale, regional statistics, regional life style, rent structure, etc. are taken into consideration. She ex- plained that the Section 8 Program is an interaction be- tween the Federal Government and private landlords, and is a voluntary program. The City Manager reported that the Los Angeles County Hous- ing Authority has made application for 40g moderate re- habilitated rental units, and has requested that the Mayor send a letter to HUD in support of the application. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that Council authorize the Mayor to send a letter of support. ,~;~ , ~; ;;- ~ 1 RES. 80-56 RESOLUTION No . 80-56 entitled : "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNGIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING Demands THE DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THERE- FOR." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Thompson, that the resolution be adopted. Councilman Rowe requested information re- garding Warrant No. 7082 charged to the Lighting Fund. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. OLD BUSINESS Cooperative Agreement with the Department of Energy for Electric Electric Vehicle Demonstration Project was presented by Vehicle the City Manager with the recommendation that Council purchase authorize execution of the Cooperative Agreement and approve the cost sharing ratio, which is: $160,832, Department of Energy share; $49,153, City of Lynwood share. The total cost of the project includes the purchase of 10 electric vehicles, replacement parts and maintenance over a four year period. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. General The City Manager reported that the total cost to extend Liability general liability insurance coverage for the period Ins. coverage April 16, 1981 to June 30, 1981 is $9,995 (Fremont extended Insurance Company $5,997; Midland Insurance Company $3,998). It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Council approve extension of general Liability insurance coverage. General The City Manager recommended that Council authorize the Liability purchase of an additional $5,000,000 coverage for Ins. coverage general liability insurance at a premium of $7, 501 for increased the period April 16, 1980 to June 30, 1981. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. ROUTINE ITEMS American Council A request from the American Council of Athletics, Orange, of Athletics California, for tax-exempt license to solicit charitable solicitation contributions from June 15 through September 15, 1980 was presented. Muscular Dystrophy Assn. solicitation J. Dameron re ~urb numbering license A request from Muscular Dystrophy Association for tax- exempt license to conduct fund raising appeals during July, August and September, 1980 was presented. A request for special permit for curb numbering license from Mr. Jack Dameron, 8256 Ratliffe, ~~2, was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Council- man Rowe, and carried, that the foregoing items be approved. The City Manager reported that a calculation has been devised which establishes appropriation limit of RES. 80-57 $4,783,419 for the year 1980-81 and recommended that 1980-81 Council adopt RESOLUTION No. 80-57 entitled: "A RE- Appropriations SOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ~imit APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1980-81." Councilman Rowe requested additional information with respect to the appropriation limit. Councilman Morris stated that the figures are guidelines for implementation of Proposition 4. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. RESOLUTION No. 80-58 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROPRIATING UNAPPROPRIATED FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1979-80." was presented. The City Manager stated that the purpose of the resolution is to designate any monies that are not expended as of June 30, 1980 to specific funds. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Thompson, and Green. Noes: Councilman Rowe. Absent: None. A report on the proposed purchase of the Sears property was presented by the City Manager with the recommendation that Council direct the City Manager to request formal con- currence of relocating the City of Lynwood's Corporation Yard to a site location at Orchard Avenue and Long Beach Boulevard and the annexation of approximately four-fifths of an acre from the Gity Council of the City of Compton, and direct staff to obtain an appraisal for the purchase of property at the Sears site. It was moved by Gouncil- man Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, that Council concur with the recommendation. Councilman Thompson recommended that action be deferred until Council has had an opportunity to review the pro- posed budget for fiscal year 1980-81. Councilman Rowe stated he is opposed to the proposed re- location site. Councilman Morris stated that the action will enable Council to study the feasibility of using the Sears site for a Corporation Yard. Councilman Rowe expressed concern about the funding source. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Thompson, and Green. Noes: Councilman Rowe. Absent: None. COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Byork stated he has received a complaint about lack of code enforcement with respect to automobiles parked on lawns and automobile repair. in the street, and inquired what could be done to enforce the code more effectively. He expressed concern about the health and welfare of people in the community. Assistant Fire Chief Ripley responded that there is one Code Enforcement Officer on staff at the present time. Mayor Green asked what could be done about the citations being issued to overweight trucks which must pass through the City to make deliveries. He requested that the problem be referred to the Traffic and Parking Commission for study and that the Sheriff's Department be so advised. Mayor Green recommended that the overnight parking ordi- nance be enforced. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Ron Wright, 11634 Virginia Avenue, addressed Council to complain about parked cars in a breezeway that runs from Pope Avenue to Atlantic Avenue. He recommended that the City consider installing a steel post at each end of the alley to remedy the problem. Councilman Byork recommended that Mr. Wright's suggestion be referred to the Planning Commission for consideration. R. Wright parked car (Pope Ave. Atlantic) Fred Hughes, 4235 Platt Avenue, addressed Council to inquire about `F.Hughes r the status of signing for street sweeping. The City Manager street responded that the installation will take place in July and sweeping August. Mr. Hughes inquired if there is an ordinance re- signs; anc dative to the cleaning of alleys. The City Attorney re- alley sponded that removal of debris in alleys is the responsi- cleaning bility of the owners. <c~~ S. Sotelo re Susan Sotelo, 5401 Pellour Avenue, addressed Council to nuisance inquire about the status of the nuisance abatement at abatement at 5407 Pellour Avenue. She stated that the nuisance has 5407 Pellour been partially abated by City staff but that the property is still strewn with beer cans., broken bottles and high weeds. S. Cole re curb Shirley Cole, 3736 Walnut Avenue, addressed Council to @ City Hall recommend that the short curb in the rear parking lot of City Hall be painted red. - S. Cole re Mrs. Cole questioned whether State law had been complied sign posting with regarding posting for proposed change of zone at for proposed 11438 Spruce Street. The City Attorney and Planning zone change @ Director discussed the legal requirements involved. Mrs. 11438 Spruce; Cole expressed concern about the future of the City, code enforce- stating that there should be more code enforcement ment; weed generally and, weed abatement enforcement specifically. abatement; lack of side- Mrs. Cole asked why there is no sidewalk on the west side walk on W. side of Bullis Road between Platt and Walnut Avenues. She of Bullis Rd. stated that lack of a sidewalk constitutes a safet Y hazard for children. W.Cunningham re William Cunningham, 10821 Cornish Avenue, addressed code enforce- Council to recommend enforcement of City ordinances and ment to suggest that block watch groups be enlisted to report violations. J.Feryanitz re Joy Feryanitz, 10850 Alexander Avenue, addressed Council agenda detail to request more detailed information on agendas . She & language stated that it would, also, be helpful if the information were provided in layman's language without the use of acronyms. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that the meeting be adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting on June 18, 1980 at 7:00 p.m. ~,~~~,~ ~'~-t,~~~- ~.v '~;e. L U ENE COFFEY, CIT CLERK CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVED JULY 1, 1980 a ~~ ~~ ~. ~ ~~r' EUGENE R. REEN, MA OR CITY OF LYNWOOD ;., r. ~_a .; ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17,,~q~0 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in an adjourned regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date, at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Green in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson and Green ,.,~ answered the roll call. Also .present were City Manager Davis and City Attorney Murphy. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Council- man Byork, and carried, that Council adjourn to executive session for discussion of matters of litigation. Following the executive session, the meeting was adjourned. ~1 ~.~-. ! -~ LAU E COFFEY, CITY CLE K ;~ CITY OF LYNWOOD ~ APPROVED JULY 1, 1980 .. ,~~ EU(~~;NE R. GREEN, MAYO CITY OF LYNWOOD