Lynwood City Council Regular Meeting
Meeting Minutes
July 5, 2022
01. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council Regular Meeting of the City of Lynwood met in the Council Chambers, 11350 Bullis Road Lynwood, CA 90262 or Web conference via ZOOM • To participate via Zoom or by telephone: 1-669-900-9128 or 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 835 2029 8238 on the above date at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting called to order at 6:02 p.m.
Mayor Casanova presiding.
02. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK
City Clerk Quinonez announced the Agenda had been duly posted in accordance with the Brown Act.
03. ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR
PRO TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
STAFF City Manager Hernandez, City Attorney Tapia, City Treasurer PRESENT: Camacho and City Clerk Quinonez
04. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Solache.
05. INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by City Clerk Quinonez.
06. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
• Update on Law Enforcement Issues.
• City Council Members Reporting on Meetings Attended (Gov. Code Section 53232.3 (D)). • Mental Health Presentations
• Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation.
• City Videos
07. COUNCIL RECESS TO:
• Lynwood Housing Authority
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Solache, seconded by Council Member Soto to recess to the Lynwood Housing Authority 6:53 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
1 ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR PRO
TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
The City Council reconvened to the regular City Council meeting at 6:54 p.m.
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Regarding Agenda Items Only)
NONE
NON -AGENDA PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Steve Jones, Maria Arellano and Mayra Castaneda spoke regarding Initiative Petition for Healthcare Workers Minimum Wage
Claudia Velasquez spoke regarding Ham Park
ORDINANCES
08. SECOND READING BY TITLE ONLY AND ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1747 MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Santana, seconded by Council Member Santana to approve and adopt Ordinance No. 1747. Motion carried by 5/0 vote.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR PRO
TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Approved and Adopted ORDINANCE NO. 1747 AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH LYNWOOD SPRINGS, LLC.
ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
FOR APPROVAL OF THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AND LYNWOOD SPRINGS, LLC. FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW, COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AT 11600 LONG BEACH BOULEVARD (ASSESSOR PARCEL NOS: 6175-002-001 THRU 6175-002-005, 6175-002-028, 6175-009-005 THRU 008, 6175-009-025, 6175-003-013 THRU 015, 6175-003-017 AND 175-003-018). THE
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND ASSOCIATED ENTITLEMENTS INCLUDES
A SUPERMARKET ALCOHOL SALES FOR OFF -SITE CONSUMPTION ASSOCIATED WITH, DETACHED DRIVE -THROUGH cafe/RESTAURANT, AND RETAIL SPACE ATTACHED TO THE SUPERMARKET STRUCTURE. THE PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT DOMINANTLY FRONTS ON TO THE EAST SIDE OF LONG BEACH
BOULEVARD
2 Consent Calendar
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be acted upon by one motion affirming the action recommended on the agenda. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to voting unless members of the Council or staff request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Santana to approve the consent calendar. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR PRO
TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
09. APPROVAL OF THE WARRANT REGISTERS
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.116
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND WARRANTS REGISTER DATED JULY 5, 2022
10. PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Approved Meeting Minutes for City Council April 5, 2022 Regular Closed Session Mtg, April 5, 2022 Regular Council Mtg, April 19, 2022 Regular Closed Session Council Mtg, April 19, 2022 Regular Council Mtg, May 3, 2022 Regular Council Mtg, May 3, 2022 Regular Closed Session Mtg, May 17, 2022 Regular Mtg, May 17, 2022 Regular Closed Session Mtg, June 9, 2022 Special Closed Session Mtg, June 9, 2022 Special Council Mtg, June 21, 2022 Regular Closed Session Mtg,
11. TREASURER'S INVESTMENTS
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.117
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD TO
AUTHORIZE THE TRANSFER OF THE IDLE CASH FROM THE GENERAL ACCOUNT
IN THE AMOUNT OF TWENTY MILLION TO FHN MAIN STREET FINANCIAL SERVICES. TO GENERATE PROFIT IN THE FORM OF INVESTMENTS
12. AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES - EDEN
DIVISION - TO EXTEND ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR CITY'S FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
3 Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.118 AND FIFTH
AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES
WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE, IN A FORM
SATISFACTORY TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, A FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE
CONSULTING SERVICES WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES - EDEN DIVISION - TO
EXTEND ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR CITY'S FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
13. APPROVING PAYMENT FOR LASER LIGHT SHOW FOR THE CITY OF LYNWOOD'S 2022 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2022.099
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.119
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD TO RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 2022.099 AND APPROVE PAYMENTS TO TLC CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE CITY'S 2022 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION HELD ON JULY 3, 2022
14. CONTINUATION OF AN EMERGENCY ACTION PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22050 FOR THE EMERGENCY ACTION AT THE
NATATO R I U M
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.220
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD FINDING THAT THERE 1S A NEED TO CONTINUE THE EMERGENCY ACTION, BY
WAY OF A FOUR -FIFTHS VOTE OF ITS MEMBERS, PURSUANT TO PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22050(c)(1) WITH RESPECT TO THE EMERGENCY
RENOVATIONS AND EMERGENCY REPAIRS AT THE NATATORIUM
15. CONTINUATION OF AN EMERGENCY ACTION PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22050 FOR THE EMERGENCY ACTION AT WELL NO. 19 Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.221
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
FINDING THAT THERE IS A NEED TO CONTINUE THE EMERGENCY ACTION, BY
WAY OF A FOUR -FIFTHS VOTE OF ITS MEMBERS, PURSUANT TO PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22050(c)(1) WITH RESPECT TO THE EMERGENCY REHABILITATION ON WELL NO. 19
4 New/Old Business
16. NEWLY REDESIGNED SERVICE REQUEST MOBILE APP - LYNWOOD
CONNECT
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Santana, seconded by Council Member Soto to receive and file report. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR PRO
TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Received and Filed
ENTITLED: REPORT PROVIDING AN UPDATE ON THE CITY'S REDESIGNED
SERVICE REQUEST MOBILE APP
17. THIRD AMENDMENT TO ANIMAL SHELTERING SERVICES
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Santana, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Solache to approve staff recommendations. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR PRO
TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.222 AND A THIRD
AMENDMENT WITH THE SOCIETY FOR THE
PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS LOS
ANGELES (SPCALA)
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
AUTHORIZING A THIRD AMENDMENT WITH THE SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION
OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS LOS ANGELES (SPCALA) TO PROVIDE ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LYNWOOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
5 18. SURETY TAKEOVER AGREEMENT FOR BURKE HAM PARK RENOVATION MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Solache, seconded by Council Member Santana to approve staff recommendations. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS FLORES, SANTANA, SOTO, MAYOR PRO
TEM SOLACHE AND MAYOR CASANOVA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2022.223 AND LIBERTY
MUTUAL SURETY TAKEOVER AGREEMENT FOR
BURKE HAM PARK RENOVATION
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LYNWOOD APPROVING A SURETY TAKEOVER AGREEMENT FOR THE
YVONNE BURKE-JOHN D. HAM PLAYGROUND/PARK RENOVATION
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
CITY COUNCIL ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Council Member Flores inquired about the City's tree trimming activity and noted that residents have many questions as to the tree trimming schedule. City Manager Hernandez indicated that there is an established tree trimming schedule, however staff is operating under a catchup mode involving two (2) years of tree trimming activity. Council Member Flores encouraged the community to check out the City's social media tweets and read Lynwood 'n Perspective monthly newsletter or call into City Hall for any updates regarding the tree trimming schedule. He emphasized the need to keep pertinent communications current and available to the community and noted the importance of staff moving items forward that have been previously ignored. He acknowledged that July 3rd was a good day to recognize the City's celebration of July 4th in that it allowed City Staff to enjoy this Holiday with their families and he also mentioned that the 4t" was City Attorney Noel Tapia's birthday and wished him belated Birthday greetings.
Council Member Santana expressed her excitement about park renovations and noted the groundbreaking ceremony for the Urban Bike Trail was held at Fernwood Avenue and Muriel Drive on Saturday, June 25th. She indicated current actions to move forward on Ham Park renovations will complete the remaining work and make any necessary repairs through a new contractor and stated that there is also a small pocket park that has been identified for consideration to implement improvements. She acknowledged communication from a resident indicating a request for special needs playground equipment. 6 Council Member Santana complimented Parks and Recreation staff baseball closing ceremony and mentioned that the season started a little bumpy in that the uniforms arrived late but kids enjoyed the closing ceremonies wearing their Dodger uniforms. She declared her enjoyment of the City's July 4th celebration and requested staff to keep the Community Calendar events current and to include the events on the City website. Her final comment was directed to City Attorney Noel Tapia to wish him belated birthday greetings and noted that his years of service to the City provides stability to the City and his honesty brings progress and forward movement in the community.
Council Member Soto expressed her concerns' regarding cleanliness issues throughout the City involving sidewalks, allies and visible trash. She requested City staff look for ways to address and resolve this issue and make sure the City looks better to achieve a quality of life the residents deserve.
City Manager Hernandez responded in that he was aware that the League of Cities has recently issued awards to neighboring cities that have achieved methods addressing environmental cleanliness for their residents and noted he would direct staff to look into the techniques that were used to meet this goal and seek new ways to motivate residents to take accountability aimed at a cleaner environment.
He also mentioned that the City's trash hauler may be contacted for bulky/large item pickup and the residents should utilize this service.
Council Member Soto also stated that special needs playground equipment is desired at our parks and thanked the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health promoters for their participation in hosting the Mental Health Workshop Classes offered on Tuesday mornings at the Community Center and especially today's breakfast to congratulate the attendees that completed the '15 classes. In conclusion she expressed belated birthday greetings to City Attorney Noel Tapia.
Mayor Pro Tem Solache recognized Assistant Fire Chief Springle attending tonight's meeting and thanked the Fire Department team for their continued support of safety issues and attentiveness to illegal fireworks activity in the City.
He also acknowledged City Attorney Noel Tapia's birthday and expressed appreciation of his expert legal opinions benefiting the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Solache highlighted the need for an appropriate maintenance schedule to address Lynwood student safety concerns during the Summer break, especially for the elementary students and requested attention to repainting of red curbs and crosswalks that impact school zones.
Mayor Casanova requested a coordinated effort with the School District to address tree trimming maintenance on their properties. He also indicated that he runs or walks every Sunday in the community and noted that many of the commercial businesses are negative in doing their part in controlling trash issues. He recommended that City staff identify the property owners who should be maintaining their properties with appropriate maintenance crews and to develop 7 an approach to reach out to commercial business to resolve this matter weather via citations to the property owners or comprehensive violation warnings.
City Manager Hernandez indicated that most often commercial businesses have a surplus of packing boxes littering their receiving areas which spill out into the parking lots and acknowledged that we do receive complaints and Code Enforcement responds with citations.
Mayor Casanova stated that the area around City Hall is embarrassing with trash in the neighboring commercial business landscaping and parking lots. He noted that it looks substandard to individuals and companies seeking to engage in business opportunities within the City.
City Manager Hernandez noted that staff will need to develop a strategy to address this issue and forming a possible a task force to discuss options to present to City Council. He also indicated that the department currently consists of eight (8) members that conduct animal control, parking citations and code enforcement.
Mayor Casanova recommended that staff dig deep to connect with the property owners to achieve results. He also stressed the importance of people in the community taking responsibility for trash littering and suggested a "Personal Accountability Campaign" to educate the community to improve this deficiency.
Mayor Casanova noted the Imperial project area street striping has washed away and the lane bumps also need repainted and requested re -striping for this area.
He closed his remarks acknowledging City Attorney Noel Tapia's birthday and extended belated birthday greetings and noted his years of service to the City.
STAFF ORAL COMMENTS
City Manager Hernandez also expressed appreciation for his "partner in progress" City Attorney Noel Tapia and offered his belated birthday greetings by declaring the City Attorney as an essential team player who helps him understand the context and the background of Lynwood. He remarked that the City has received press recognition and that other agencies have acknowledged this positive publicity by contacting our office. He additionally thanked the City Council for their commitment to hold the City's Fourth of July Celebration event on July 3rd as the fireworks aerial display was cancelled. He noted that the Fire Chief supported our efforts to find an alternative performance and push it through the County Fire process resulting in the ability to present a Laser Show to the community.
He also stated that on Saturday, July 19th the Fernwood Avenue Park Project Groundbreaking Ceremony will be held at 9:30 am and be located between Beechwood Avenue and State Street.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further discussion, it was moved by Council Member Santana, seconded by Mayor Casanova to adjourn the Lynwood City Council regular meeting in memory of the victims of the Highland Park shooting at 8:14 p.m.
Motion carried by unanimous consent.
aria Quinonez, City Clerk