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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.
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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
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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.
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Roll Call:
Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson and Green.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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L U ENE COFFEY, CIT CLERK
CITY OF LYNWOOD
APPROVED JULY 1, 1980
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EUGENE R. REEN, MA OR
CITY OF LYNWOOD
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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.
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LAU E COFFEY, CITY CLE K ;~
CITY OF LYNWOOD ~
APPROVED JULY 1, 1980
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EU(~~;NE R. GREEN, MAYO
CITY OF LYNWOOD