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Home My Public Portal AboutM 1980-10-07 - CC~°V ;.., REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 7, 1980 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on above date, at 7:40 p.m. Mayor Green in the chair. Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson and Green answered the roll call. Also present were Assistant City Manager Weaver and City ~+, Attorney Murphy. CPR certi- Chief Lathrope thanked Council members for their parti- ficates cipation in the Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation training. issued Fire Fighter Norm Ortner presented certificates to Mayor Green; Mayor Pro-Tem Byork and Mrs. Byork; Councilman Morris and Mrs. Morris; and Councilman Thompson. SCHEDULED MATTERS It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of September 16, 1980 and the regular meeting of September 16, 1980 be approved as written. "Anti-Litter Council designated the month of October, 1980 as "Anti- ~n~„ Litter Month." It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded Oct. 1980 by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that the proclamation ' be authorized. PTA Member- The Mayor proclaimed the month of October, 1980 as "PTA ship Month" Membership Month" and presented a copy of the proclamation Oct., 1980 to Mrs'. Bea Morales, President of the Parent Teachers Association. Item 9 on the agenda was deleted. The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct public Pub.Hrg. on hearing on the application of Mr. Raul Ornelas for a variance Variance -for on-sale liquor and dancing at 12006 South Atlantic, 12006 So. Lynwood. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who Atlantic wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the pro- posed variance. Mr. Raul Ornelas, 2316 Harriman Avenue, Redondo Beach, spoke in favor of the variance stating he wishes a permit for on- sale beer and wine, and dancing. The Mayor asked Mr. Ornelas if he had complied with Council's request to furnish final plans. Mr. Ornelas stated he wished to conduct dancing on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights; that he has invested money in the property and in furnishings; and that he is willing to install a 6 foot brick wall fence. Councilman Morris stated he is not in favor of the variance application as submitted, as the sale of beer and wine, dancing, and a pool table do not indicate a family restaurant. He added that he would be in favor of a family restaurant serving Mexican food. The Mayor inquired if anyone else wished to be heard. Mr. Ornelas stated that if the City wishes, he will remove the pool table. The Mayor asked Mr. Ornelas if he intended to sell beer and wine at the booths only, and Mr. Ornelas re- sponded in the affirmative, stating that there is no bar. Councilman Byork asked how many establishments selling beer and wine are within a four-block radius. Mr. Ornelas re- sponded that there is one such establishment at the south side of Atlantic Avenue and Century Boulevard. Councilman Byork stated that beer bars invariably place heavy demands on police time. ~~ The Mayor again inquired if there were any others wishing to speak. As there was no response, the hearing was closed. The City Attorney advised that the Planning Commission approved the variance subject to the condition that the applicant submit a detailed floor plan to the Planning Director showirdg that the use would be for a family restaurant rather than a night club. The Assistant City Manager stated that staff has re- commended that the variance be denied. Councilman Thompson inquired if the dance floor was the basis for denial. Council- man Morris stated that he will not vote in favor of the variance because there are residences within 300 feet. The Assistant City Manager stated that other areas of concern are on-sale of beer and wixie in close proximity to resi- dences and that a brick wall fence would not be considered a sufficient barrier. Councilman Rowe requested Mr. Ornelas to submit a new p]_an. RESOLUTION No. 80-112 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING A VARIANCE TG PERMIT THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON LOT 10, TRP_CT 5686, SPECIFICALLY KNOt^?N AS 12006 SOUTH ATLANTIC AVENUE, LYNWOOD." was presented. Council agreed that the resolution be amended to add to Condition No. 6: "and no dancing shall be permitted under any circumstances" and add Condition No. 8: "No certificate of occupancy shall be issued unless and until the Planning Director shall determine that the pool table has been removed, the dance floor removed or carpeted over, and the other conditions hereof have been met." It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the resolution be adopted as amended. The Mayor announced the time had arrived to conduct public hearing on the Seventh Year Community Development Block ,,... Grant Application. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak ire favor of, or in opposition to, the proposed application. There being no response, the hearing was closed. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Council approve the application for the Seventh Year Community Development Block Grant funds, as recommended by the Hous- ing and Community Development Advisory Board. Councilman Rowe pointed out that the Advisory Board has recommended that the percentage of Housing and Community Development funds not be increased for Economic Development Planning Project in the future. NEW BUSINESS. RES. 80-112 Approve Variance 12006 S. Atlantic as amended Pub.Hrg. on 7th Yr. Comrnxriity Develop. Blk. Grant application RESOLUTION No. 80-113 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY ~. g0-113 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD INCREASING THE FEES FOR persOxu~el PERSONNEL SERVICES PROVIDED TO THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT fees incr. AGENCY." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Byork, on services seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried., that the provided tc resolution be adopted. LRA The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council Bids authorize a call for bids for Rotary Mower, Cushman authorized Scooter, .and a half-ton 6-cylinder Pickup Truck for the for Recr.& Recreation and Parks Department. It was moved by Council- Pks. Dept. man Thompson, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. The Assistant City Manager reported that the Traffic and Parking Commission has recommended that parking be pro- ~• 80-114 hibited at all times on the south. side of Tenaya Avenue Tenaya Ave. between Long Beach Boulevard and Mariposa Lane, and pre- parking, on sented RFSOL,UTION No. 80-114 entitled: "A RESOLUTION. OF So.side onl THE CITY COUPdCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 67-9 DESIGDIATING CERTAIN STREETS WHEREIN PARKING IS PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES." Councilman Rowe inquired if :~~ consideration had also been given to prohibiting parking on one side of Tecumseh Avenue and Seminole Avenue. The Assistant City Manager responded that at the present time Engineering priorities are on a request basis with respect to streets. Councilman Rowe recommended that consideration be given to widening certain streets under the 1911 Act. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that removal of parkway trees be approved Removal of at the following locations Parkway trees 3671 Platt Avenue 10711 Colyer Avenue 11221 Pine Avenue 11522 Louise Avenue 4310 Imperial. Highway (alley) Lindbergh .The Assistant City Manager reported that Williamson and Park Master Morris, AIA, have developed a Master Plan for Lindbergh Plan/pre_ Park. The estimated cost of the project is $800,000. Mr. liminary Merrit Morris delivered a presentation of the Master Plan, drawings Preliminary drawings and preliminary estimates. It was approved moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that Council approve the Master Plan and pre- liminary drawings. RES. 80-107 RESOLUTION No. 80-107 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION Weed TO ABATE DRY AND DRYING WEEDS ON CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN Abatement THE CITY OF LYNWOOD." was presented, with the recommendation that a public hearing be set for October 21, 1980. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. The Assistant City Manager reported that under the terms RES. 80-108 of the Memorandum of Understanding with the Lynwood Fire- amending fighters Association, the City agreed to salary parity with FY 1980/81 Area E cities for the ranks of Captain, Engineer and Fire- Salaries for fighter, and presented RESOLUTION No. 80-108. entitled: Capt., Engr. "A RESOLUTION. OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD & Firefighter AMENDING THE 1980-81 SALARY RESOLUTION." It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the resolution be adopted. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. MPA, Inca The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council author- Agreement on ize the Mayor to execute a consulting engineering agreement traffic with MPA, Inc. for plans, specifications and construction estimates for Interconnect Traffic Signals and Traffic signals Signal Upgrade. It was-moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. Bids author- The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council authorize ized for re- a call for bids for the resurfacing of Cortland Street be- surfacing tween Atlantic Avenue and Wright Road. It was moved by Cortland St. Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council authorize Bids author- a call for bids for construction of a storage shed to house ised on five electric vehicles. The project will be funded by a storage shed Department of Energy grant for $15-,000. It was moved by for 5 elec. Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and vehicles - carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. Councilman Rowe commended staff on the selection of the site for the electric vehicle storage shed. Councilman Byork commended the Engineering sta~'f for preparation of drawings. Councilman Morris commended t~e new Engineering Assistant. 5`. ~ The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council approve a call for bids for construction of a nine foot concrete block fence at Well No. 3, located at 3341- Elizabeth Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. Bids authorized Well #3 Concrete Block fence The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council authorize the Mayor to execute a consulting engineering agreement with Willdan Associates for the design and re- construction of Imperial Highway between Bullis F.oad and the Long-Beach Freeway, for a fee of $29,500. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Byork, that Council concur with the recommendation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. Willdan Assoc. Imp. Hiway re- construction RESOLUTION No. 80-109 entitled: '°A 1~ESOLUTION SUPPORTING PROPOSITION I WHICH PLACES BEFORE THE VOTERS OF CALIFORNIA A BOND MEASURE TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT Or' PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS" was presented. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Rowe, and carried, that the resolution be adopted. The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with P.merican Bus Shelter Company, Inc. for construction and maintenance of advertising bus shelters at eight locations throughout the City. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. RES. 80-109 supporting Prop. I American Bus Shelter Co.,Inc Agreement The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council authorize ,,,,..,, the Mayor to execute a consulting engineering agreement J.M.Nbntgomery with James M. Montgomery Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Cons. Engr.,Inc preparation of a Water System Master Plan study, at a fee Agreement of $55,000. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Morris, that Council concur with the recommendation. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council approve a moratorium on cable television applications pending further study, and presented RESOLUTION No. 80-110 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE' CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ~. 80_110 AUTHORI7,ING AND DIRECTING CERTAIN ACTIONS WITH RESPECT TO Cable T/V APPLICATIONS FOR CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEM FRANCHISES." It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. RESOLUTICN No. 80-111 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY ~. 80-111 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNT4O0D ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE ~~ DEMANDS PRESENTED AND ORDERING WARRANTS DRAWN THEREFOR." was presented. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Byork, that the resolution be adopted. Roll C-all: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. OLD BUSINESS The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council approve Notice of Completion for the Reflective Raised Markers Consley- Project performed under contract with Consley-Montigny Nbntigny Co.,In Company Company, Inc. It was moved by Councilman Thompson, Refl. Raised seconded by Councilman Morris, that Council concur with Markers project the recommendation. :~ Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. ROUTINE ITEMS B. Shuffelen An application of Beverly Shuffelen for special permit to 2nd-hand conduct a second-hand business at 11101 Atlantic Avenue business was presented. B. Burton An application of Bobby Burton for special permit to 2nd hand conduct a second-hand business at 11327 Atlantic Avenue business was presented. It was moved by Councilman Rowe, seconded by Councilman Morris, and carried, that the foregoing applications be approved. General The Assistant City Manager recommended that Council direct Plan to be the Planning Director to revise the General Plan to con- revised form to the expansion of the redevelopment area. It was moved by Councilman Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, and carried, that Council concur with the recommendation. COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Smoke Councilman Byork requested Chief Lathrope to give a report Detectors on installation of smoke detectors. Chief Lathrope stated that the Fire Department has installed 750 smoke detectors and that 22 are scheduled for installation. Graffiti Councilman Byork inquired what could be done about graffiti on the new Fecreation building in Ham Park. Ramp @ Bate- Councilman Byork commented favorably on the newly con- man Ha11 structed ramp to Bateman Hall Councilman Byork commended Fire Fighters Steve Stewart ChR Course and Norm Ortner for conducting the Cardiac Pulmonary Re- suscitation course. adjourned Councilman Byork recommended that Council consider eliminat- ing the 7:00 p.m. adjourned regular meeting, and suggest- regular ed that executive sessions be held after completion of the meetings agenda. Council discussed whether the meeting should discontinued start at 7:00 or 7:30 p.m. The Mayor asked the audience for a show of hands, and the majority of those present voted to start the meetings at 7:30 p.m. Councilman Morris requested Council to consider approving a City Newsletter, the purpose of which will be to inform City Newsletter the people of the community of projects, programs, new discussion by ordinances, code enforcement, etc. It was moved by Council- Council man Morris, seconded by Councilman Byork, that Council direct staff to develop a newsletter format. Councilman Rowe expressed concern about some news releases stating that self-aggrandizement for management and councilmen is to be avoided, and recommended that names of individuals be eliminated from news articles. Councilman Morris con- curred. Councilman Morris stated that a newsletter would help to keep the people in the community aware of City matters and would reduce complaints. Roll Call: Ayes: Councilmen Byork, Morris, Rowe, Thompson, Green. Noes: None. Absent: None. -~ PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Archie Legg, 3671 Platt Avenue, concurred with Councilman Morris regarding the need for public in- formation. He requested Council to develop an emergency preparedness plan in the event of disaster, citing recent predictions regarding earth quakes. Chief Lathrope advised that Council has recently adopted a Civil Defense Emergency Plan. r„_ Mrs. Jeanette Watson, 11351 Annette Avenue, addressed Council to request that something be done about the traffic hazard for crossing guards at Imperial Highway and Ruth Avenue. Mrs. Watson suggested that the City consider installing a blinking light at that location to break the flow of traffic. Councilman Morris commended Mrs. Watson for organiz- ing a Halloween program for students of the junior and senior high schools. The Mayor inquired if construction of the new markers has begun. The Assistant City Manager responded that construction will start shortly. It was moved by Councilman Byork, seconded and carried, that the meeting be adjourned to October 21, 1980, at 7:30 p.m. RENE COFFEY, CITY L RK APPROVED OCTOBER 21, 1980 ,,w, EU NE R. GREE , MA OR A. Legg re public info. emergency plans Mrs. J.Watson re blinking lites @ Imperial & Ruth Ave.; comY~ended by C. Morris on organizing Halloween Program Markers in- stallation «:~ ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1980 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in an adjourned regular session in the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, on the 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 Assistant City Manager Weaver and City Attorney Murphy. Council adjourned to executive session for discussion of litigation matters. Following the executive session the meeting was adjourned. LA RENE COFFEY, CITY L RK,; CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVED OCTOBER 21, 1980 EUGENE:R GREEN, 1AY CITY OF LYNWOOD