Lynwood City Council Regular Meeting
Meeting Minutes
January 17, 2023
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- 2158782 Meeting ID: 835 2029 8238 on the above date at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Flores 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 CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
ABSENT: NONE
STAFF CITY MANAGER HERNANDEZ, CITY ATTORNEY TAPIA,
PRESENT: DEPUTY TREASURER HARDING AND CITY CLERK QUINONEZ
04. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Lynwood, Nathan Robles and Ms.
Lynwood, Rayna Millian and Presentation of Colors by the Lynwood Sheriff's Explorers.
05. INVOCATION
The invocation was offered by local Clergy.
06. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
• Update on Law Enforcement Issues.
• City Council Members Reporting on Meetings Attended (Gov. Code Section 53232.3 (D)).
• City Videos.
• Proclamations.
07. COUNCIL RECESS TO:
City of Lynwood as the Successor Agency to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Solache, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Soto to recess to the City of Lynwood as the Successor Agency to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency at 6:13 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous consent. 1 ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Lynwood Housing Authority
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Camacho, seconded by Council Member Solache to recess to the Lynwood Housing Authority at 6:15 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Lynwood Public Financing Agency
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Camacho, seconded by Council Member Solache to recess to the Lynwood Public Financing Agency at 6:17 p.m. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
The City Council reconvened to the regular City Council meeting at 6:19 p.m.
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Regarding Agenda Items Only)
The following individuals spoke on agenda item #12 Discussion Regarding Appointment of City Treasurer for the City of Lynwood:
Ms. Elsa P. Chagolla Dr. Linda George
Mr. Gudiel R. Crosthwaite Mr. Rodolfo Cortez
Mr. Jorge Casanova
Dr. Mia McNulty
Ms. Maria Estrada
Mr. Gabriel Ramirez
Ms. Yolanda Rodriguez
Mr. Christian Ziguenza
Mr. Ramon Rodriguez
Ms. Lorraine Moore
Ms. Maria Vieira
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Ms. Ana Barraza
Mr. Erick Medal
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.
City Manager Hernandez requested that agenda item number nine (9) be continued to the next meeting.
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Solache, seconded by Council Member Camacho to approve the balance of the consent calendar and receive and file staff reports. Motion carried by the following 5/0 vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
08. APPROVAL OF THE WARRANT REGISTER
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2023.001
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND WARRANTS REGISTER DATED JANUARY 17, 2023
09. TREASURER'S MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT
Continued to Next Meeting
10. AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION TO SECURE SPECIFIED GRANT FUNDS
SUPPORTING THE URBAN BIKE TRAILS AND WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2023.002
ENTITLED: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
APPROVING APPLICATION(S) FOR SPECIFIED GRANT FUNDS FROM BUDGET ACT 2022/23
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11. 2023 LYNWOOD 5K RUN/WALK
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Solache, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Soto to approve the item. Motion carried by the following 5/0 vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Approved and Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 2023.003
ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING THE LYNWOOD 5K RUN/WALK PROGRAM AND APPROVING A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,000 TO SUPPORT THE PROGRAM
12. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND GUIDANCE REGARDING THE SELECTION AND
APPOINTMENT OF CITY TREASURER
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Flores, seconded by Council Member Solache to approve recommendation number three (3). Motion carried by the following 5/0 vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Approved an ad hoc committee to interview city treasurer candidates
13. REVIEW OF BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS & ANNUAL
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES LOCAL APPOINTMENT LIST MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Flores, seconded by Council Member Solache to approve appointments. Motion carried by the following 5/0 vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CAMACHO, MUNOZ-GUEVARA,
SOLACHE, MAYOR PRO TEM SOTO AND MAYOR FLORES
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
4 Approved Council Member Camacho appointment of Axel Perez to CDBG Board and Jorge Diaz to Planning Commission
CITY COUNCIL ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Council Member Munoz -Guevara had no additional comments.
Council Member Camacho had nothing further to report and extended best wishes to everyone for a happy new year.
Council Member Solache expressed thanks to the public works department and indicated that the rain has really taken a toll on our city as it did in many communities.
He acknowledged that city staff were out there working hard during the rain while some of us were in our homes and wanted to publicly thank them for being there dealing with some of the natural emergencies that happen, handling sandbags and whatnot.
Mayor Pro Tem Soto also expressed her appreciation to the public works staff for everything that they have prepared for the city during the heavy rains and thanked everyone for being at the meeting tonight.
Mayor Flores stated he wanted thank all the folks that made comments and encouraged the continued support to fill this room every meeting. He noted many remarks are made to question items, but he likewise urged folks to not be afraid to compliment when it is time to complement also. He mentioned the importance to trust that we are up here trying to do good work. He indicated that he has had opportunities to talk with his colleagues individually and he knows that they all are committed to working on what is the best for the entire community whether we like each other or not. He highly encouraged individuals to speak at the meetings or even communicate directly with a council member and not to assume too many ideas until you learn information and noted we are happy to provide information.. He pointed out that if he sees wrongdoing he would call it out for sure and that hearing words like oppression, lack of integrity does not describe his colleagues. He stated that his opportunity to work with these folks here along with city staff has reinforced the value that they work with integrity and with passion for their community. He voiced that he expects such work ethic to continue from this entire group, as you will see us as a unit pushing matters forward with productive discussion at the dais. He acknowledged that he is proud of what council has been able to accomplish so far and is confident that we will be capable to continue such achievements for the community. He emphasized to have healthy discourse, not bash each other and stressed continued open talk with anybody at any time as we appreciate your words and participation in the meetings.
STAFF ORAL COMMENTS
Mr. Mark Flores Director of Recreation and Community Services provided an update on upcoming events with a couple of quick community announcements. He noted that soccer registration will start this Thursday, January 19 at the Lynwood Community Center and indicated information is available on the City Instagram and City Website. 5 Director Flores stated that the Greater L. A. Homeless Count would be scheduled throughout the County of Los Angeles during January 24th, 25th and 26th. He also indicated specifically that Lynwood homeless count would be on January 26th should council members be interested in participating. He remarked that participants may join staff at the Community Development Department starting at 7:30 p.m. on that date. He mentioned that he would follow up in writing with details regarding Saturday, January 28th Youth Basketball opening day as council members are also invited to participate at this event held at the Lynwood Community Center at 10 a.m. He stated that community registrations are open across the board for all activities and noted the following examples of programs that are open for registration including dodgeball, Gracie Jiu jitsu ballet, hip hop and of course our popular yearly camping trip was opened for registrations this last Monday. He highly encouraged the public to register as soon as possible as the event will sell out. He announced that there is a parent interest meeting tomorrow or at Lynwood Community center at five p.m. and repeated that all that information is available on the Recreation Department's lnstagram account at Lynwood Parks.
City Manager Hernandez recognized Acting Assistant Fire Chief James Sullivan as a representative from our fire department and acknowledged appreciation for his attendance at the entire meeting. He also acknowledged Mr. Julian from Lynwood School Board as a regular attendee and expressed appreciation for his participation.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further discussion, it was moved by Council Member Solache, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Soto to adjourn the regular Lynwood City Council meeting at 7:25 p.m. /nb
Maria Quinonez, City Clerk / Oscar Flores, Mayor
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