Lynwood public meetings in 2022
40 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will hold a public hearing on an amended Five-Year Plan under the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant Program and consider adopting it. The consent calendar includes approval of the warrant register, investment report, several construction contracts, a drought relief grant application, and a resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361. New business includes a second reading of Ordinance No. 1755 adopting updated building codes, a water and sewer rates study contract, a vehicle fleet management agreement, and a water well inspection contract.
- Public hearing on amended Five-Year PLHA housing plan
- Contract with 316 Construction & Engineering, Inc. for $145,150 to install rain gardens on Bullis Road
- Change order limit increase for Fernwood Avenue Park Project to $477,059 for arsenic removal
- Contract with Robert D. Niehaus, Inc. for $89,900 to prepare 2023 water and sewer rates study
- Contract with BESST, Inc. for $547,152 for water well inspection at Wells 5, 21, and 22
Other Public Meetings
The Hub Cities Consortium Board will hold a regular meeting to consider routine approvals, including minutes, a register of demands, and resolutions on remote meeting compliance and board reorganization timing. The board will also discuss a Weingart Foundation loan and the timeline for a Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) request for proposals, along with receiving various informational reports and correspondence.
- Approve Register of Demands for period ending November 31, 2022
- Discuss and approve resolution on Brown Act compliance for remote meetings (AB 361)
- Discuss and approve resolution on annual timing of Board Chair/Vice Chair elections
- Discuss and approve Weingart Foundation loan (one-year, flat 2% interest max)
- Receive and file AJCC Resource Center Customer Flow Activity Reports
Other Public Meetings
This is a fall check-in meeting between SCAG and Assemblymember Freddy Rodriguez to discuss regional legislative priorities. The agenda includes updates on SCAG's roles, funding programs, and housing compliance, and seeks input from the Assemblymember on his priorities for the next legislative session.
- Infill Infrastructure Grant Program received $575 million total, including $425 million in the FY 2022-23 budget and $150 million via AB 157.
- Active Transportation Program received $1.05 billion in the FY 2022-23 budget; CTC awarded $344 million to 22 projects in the SCAG region.
- Only 81 of 197 SCAG region jurisdictions have compliant Housing Elements as of the October 2022 deadline.
- SCAG advocates for additional flexibility for jurisdictions to access state housing funds and meet RHNA goals.
- REAP 2.0 program links transportation and housing planning to support climate goals.
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 general municipal election results, swear in newly elected council members, and appoint a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The council will also consider opening a 30-day application process to fill the vacant City Treasurer seat, approve the warrant register, and approve minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting.
- Adopt resolution declaring results of November 8, 2022 general municipal election
- Swearing in of new council members and outgoing ceremonies
- Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Open 30-day application process to fill vacant City Treasurer seat
- Approve warrant register dated December 6, 2022 for FY 2022-23
Other Public Meetings
The Hub Cities Consortium and its Hub Cities Career Center nonprofit will hold back-to-back meetings on November 17, 2022. Both boards will consider resolutions to continue remote meetings under AB 361, approve minutes and financial items, and receive reports on workforce programs, including the Maywood Youth Jobs Corps and WIOA Youth@Work Elevate. The Consortium will also hold closed sessions on potential litigation.
- Approve Hub Cities Career Center resolution on Brown Act compliance for remote meetings (AB 361)
- Receive and file staff report on City of Maywood #CaliforniansForAll Youth Jobs Corps Project
- Approve Register of Demands for period ending October 31, 2022
- Receive and file Resource Center Customer Flow Activity Reports
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (2 potential cases)
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2021-22 CAPER report for CDBG and HOME funds, then vote on a consent calendar that includes a $2,532,294.34 sole-source purchase of small water meters, adoption of 2022 building codes, and a resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361. In new business, the council will consider approving a retail cannabis permit application process and a $147,880 street light upgrade on Atlantic Avenue.
- Sole-source agreement to Aqua-Metric Sales Corp for small water meters, not to exceed $2,532,294.34
- Resolution to upgrade 88 street lights on Atlantic Avenue with California Street Lighting, not to exceed $147,880
- Introduction of ordinance adopting 2022 California Building Codes, with public hearing set for December 20, 2022
- Approval of retail cannabis business permit application forms and procedures
- Public hearing on FY 2021-22 CAPER: $525,531 CDBG and $204,248 HOME funds spent
Other Public Meetings
The Community, Economic and Human Development Committee of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is meeting to consider and act on several items, including recommending adoption of the REAP 2.0 Partnerships to Accelerate Transformational Housing (PATH) Program. The agenda also includes receiving and filing reports on the 2022 Air Quality Management Plan, SCAG's Draft Digital Action Plan, and the 2022 Racial Equity Baseline Conditions Report, plus information items on a Vienna social housing field study and a local data exchange update. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment options by email or in real time via Zoom or phone.
- Recommend Regional Council adopt REAP 2.0 PATH Program (Action Item)
- Receive and file transmittal of Final 2022 Air Quality Management Plan Appendix IV-C
- Receive and file SCAG's Draft Digital Action Plan
- Receive and file 2022 Racial Equity Baseline Conditions Report
- Information item: Vienna Social Housing Field Study summary
Other Public Meetings
The Executive/Administration Committee of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is meeting to decide on continuing virtual meetings under AB 361, discuss meeting schedule options, and recommend a budget amendment and contract threshold increases. The agenda includes consent items for contracts and reports. Public comments can be submitted in writing or via Zoom/phone.
- Resolution No. 22-648-1: Approve Amendment 2 to FY 2022-23 Overall Work Program budget, including indirect cost and FTA grant amendments, and new classification/salary schedule
- Consider increasing Regional Council contract approval threshold to $500,000 and amendment threshold to $150,000/30%
- Contract No. 21-048-MRFP 12: Connect SoCal 2024 Technical Support (value not specified)
- Contract No. 22-051-C01: Konica Reprographics & Multi-Function Printer Equipment Lease and Maintenance (value not specified)
- Findings to continue holding virtual meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19 state of emergency
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss lease terms for two city properties with SiFi Networks. The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items, but the only substantive action is the closed-session real property negotiation.
- Closed session: real property negotiation with SiFi Networks for 3770 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and 11832 Atlantic Ave.
- City negotiators: City Manager Ernie Hernandez and City Attorney Noel Tapia
- Under negotiation: lease terms
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes approving a $757,090.36 warrant register, receiving quarterly reports, and authorizing a new agreement with Infosend for utility bill mailing services. They will also consider appointing board members to a regional water authority and setting a new policy for special event permits.
- Approve warrant register totaling $757,090.36 for FY 2022-2023
- Authorize agreement with Infosend for electronic data processing and mailing services
- Appoint member and alternates to Gateway Region water authority board
- Set policy requiring special event permit applications 5 months in advance
- Accept completion of two street and alley improvement projects
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes approving a $1,148,725.80 contract for street improvements, a $100,000 temporary staffing agreement, and several other professional service contracts. In new business, the council will discuss a speed hump pilot program and consider a new contract for dial-a-ride services. The agenda also includes routine financial reports and a warrant register approval.
- Award $1,148,725.80 contract to Sequel Contractors for CIP Priority 2 Street Improvement Project (Phase 2A)
- Approve $100,000 agreement with MuniTemps for temporary staffing in City Clerk's office
- Authorize filing applications for Measure A grant funding for parks and recreation
- Approve amendment with Waterworks Technology for interim water/sewer management, not to exceed $451,100 per year
- Discuss speed hump pilot program and consider new dial-a-ride contract with Fiesta Taxi
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will vote on consent items including approving the warrant register, contracting with The Pun Group for auditing services, and awarding two traffic signal improvement contracts to PTM General Engineering Services, Inc. totaling $903,076. They will also consider a second reading of ordinances amending procurement procedures, receive a report on the redesigned website, and discuss the 'Keep Lynwood Clean' program to address illegal dumping.
- Approve warrant register for FY 2022-2023
- Agreement with The Pun Group, LLP for professional auditing services
- Professional services agreement with Ramboll for environmental studies at Alameda Triangle (affordable housing project)
- Award contract to PTM General Engineering Services, Inc. for traffic signal improvements at Atlantic Ave & Carlin Ave ($474,047) and Imperial Hwy & Atlantic Ave ($429,029), rejecting bid protest from Servitek Electric
- Second reading of ordinances amending purchasing and professional services procurement procedures
City Council
This is a regular closed session meeting of the Lynwood City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session with legal counsel to consider whether to initiate litigation, covering one potential case. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, roll call, and public comment periods.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one case)
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a $599,692 professional services agreement for reservoir and booster station design, a $947,101 stormwater capture design contract, and a $200,000 allocation to the Hub Cities Consortium. They will also consider a security guard services contract, a special event permit for a Taco and Michelada Fest, and an ordinance amending purchasing procedures. The meeting includes routine consent items like warrant approval and minutes.
- Award $599,692 to MKN & Associates for reservoir and booster station design (CIP 4011.67.056)
- Award $947,101 to Craftwater Engineering for Lynwood City Park Stormwater Capture Project design (CIP 4011.68.112)
- Approve $200,000 to Hub Cities Consortium from Economic & Community Enhancement Plan
- Approve $52,000 for two trailer mounted pole cameras from eCam Secure using ARPA funds
- Approve one-year security guard services contract with Good Guard Security, Inc. up to $356,202 annually
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss real property negotiations for the Lynwood Family Apartments, covering price and terms. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the rest being procedural. No public decisions are scheduled; the next regular meeting is set for September 20, 2022.
- Closed session conference with real property negotiators for Lynwood Family Apartments (APNs 6186-001-900 through 6186-001-909)
- City negotiators: City Manager Ernie Hernandez and City Attorney Noel Tapia
- Negotiation topics: price and terms
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 16, 2022, with several consent items and new business. Key actions include approving special event permits, continuing an emergency action at the Natatorium, and amending a professional services agreement for environmental remediation. The council will also consider two development agreements for digital billboards on Wright Road, a recovery plan budget adjustment, and a policy for special event permit submission timelines.
- Special event permit for Circus Alegria at 3000 E. Imperial Hwy, Sept 6-26, 2022
- Third amendment with Ramboll for environmental services at 11600 Long Beach Blvd, not to exceed $4,387,492
- Development agreement with Bulletin Displays for digital billboard at 11104-11106 Wright Road
- Development agreement with Bulletin Displays for digital billboard at 11350 Wright Road
- Lynwood Recovery Plan: $36,000 for street medians, $100,000 for code enforcement, $60,000 for Teen Clean Team
City Council
This is a regular closed session meeting of the Lynwood City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session discussion with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case John Downs v. City of Lynwood. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, roll call, and public comment periods.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: John Downs v. City of Lynwood, Case No. 22STCV20980
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting ordinances for a retail cannabis licensing program and approving development agreements for two digital billboards on Wright Road. They will also consider contracts for street improvements, a bike trail funding shift, and various routine reports and agreements.
- Adopt ordinances for retail cannabis licensing and zoning amendments
- Approve development agreements with Bulletin Displays for digital billboards at 11104-11106 and 11350 Wright Road
- Award $579,508 contract to Sequel Contractor for Stoneacre Ave improvements
- Award $299,931.10 contract to Pavement Coatings Co. for citywide slurry seal Phase 2
- Shift $801,000 in Prop C funds to Lynwood Urban Bike Trail project
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and consent items. Key actions include considering ordinances to license and tax cannabis retailers, placing a cannabis business license tax on the November 8, 2022 ballot, approving development agreements for two digital billboards, and setting landscape and lighting assessment rates. The council will also review emergency actions, approve payments, and consider an amended city manager employment agreement.
- Public hearing on ordinance to approve development agreement with Bulletin Displays, LLC for digital billboard at 11104-11106 Wright Road
- Public hearing on ordinance to approve development agreement with Bulletin Displays, LLC for digital billboard at 11350 Wright Road
- Public hearing to set Landscape Maintenance Assessment District rate at $1.90 per front footage for FY 2022-2023
- Public hearing to set Lighting Maintenance Assessment District rates at $1.62 (residential) and $3.01 (commercial) per front footage for FY 2022-2023
- Consideration of ordinances to license and regulate cannabis retailers, establish a cannabis retailer business license tax, and place the tax on the November 8, 2022 ballot
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt a resolution certifying the results of the June 7, 2022 statewide direct primary election, including the approval of Measure R. The council will also consider resolutions to call a general municipal election for November 8, 2022, to fill three city council seats, and to consolidate it with the county election.
- Adopt resolution declaring results of June 7, 2022 primary; Measure R passed with 2,483 yes votes (60.98%)
- Call Nov. 8, 2022 general municipal election for three city council seats (currently held by Santana, Solache, Casanova)
- Request consolidation with Los Angeles County election and election services; estimated cost $122,775.15 (with initiative) or $101,483.75 (without)
- Adopt regulations for candidate statements (200-word limit, paid printing in English and Spanish)
- Provide for tie votes to be determined by lot unless council adopts Elections Code Section 15651(b)
Other Public Meetings
The Lynwood Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a zoning code amendment that would allow storefront retail sales of medicinal and nonmedicinal cannabis in C-2A, C-3, and M districts. The commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution recommending the ordinance to the City Council. The proposal aims to generate revenue for city services, citing a projected $6 million deficit in the landscape fund.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 25 (Zoning) and Appendix A to allow retail cannabis sales in C-2A, C-3, and M districts
- Resolution No. 3446 recommending approval of the zoning amendment
- Staff cites projected $6 million landscape fund deficit in FY 2022-23 as reason for new revenue
- Ordinance would permit storefront retail sales of medicinal and nonmedicinal cannabis subject to Chapter 4-35 regulations
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is scheduled to vote on adopting Ordinance No. 1747, which approves a development agreement with Lynwood Springs, LLC for a new commercial project. The project includes a 38,479-square-foot supermarket, a detached drive-through café, and retail space at 11600 Long Beach Boulevard. The agenda also includes routine financial approvals and emergency action continuations for city infrastructure.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 1747 for a commercial development at 11600 Long Beach Boulevard
- Approval of a $20 million cash transfer to FHN Main Street Financial Services for investment
- Fifth amendment to the Tyler Technologies contract for financial system maintenance
- Approval of payments to TLC Creative Technology for a laser light show replacing cancelled fireworks
- Continuation of emergency actions for Natatorium renovations and Well No. 19 rehabilitation
City Council
This is a closed session meeting with no public action items. The council will discuss one case of anticipated litigation, existing litigation in 11680 Wright Road LLC v. City of Lynwood, and a performance evaluation for the City Manager. All items are confidential and no decisions will be made in open session.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 case)
- Closed session: existing litigation in 11680 Wright Road LLC v. City of Lynwood, Case No. 19cmcv00348
- Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the updated second-year budget for fiscal year 2022-23, including the Master Fee Schedule and Appropriation Limit. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as warrants, minutes, and reports, plus contracts for fireworks, citation processing, and promotional services. The council will also consider continuing emergency actions for Well No. 19 and the Natatorium, and a resolution opposing a state initiative on tribal casino gambling.
- Adoption of FY 2022-23 budget and Master Fee Schedule
- Three-year fireworks contract with Exposhows, Inc. for 2022-2024
- Fourth amendment with Phoenix Group for citation processing (July 2022-June 2023)
- Emergency action continuation for Well No. 19 and Natatorium
- Resolution opposing California Initiative 19-0029A (tribal casino dice/roulette)
City Council
This is a special closed session meeting of the Lynwood City Council. The only substantive item is a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, with one case of significant exposure to litigation. No public action is scheduled; the meeting is procedural and closed to the public.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one case)
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, 11350 Bullis Rd., Lynwood, CA
- Next regular meeting scheduled for June 21, 2022 at 6:00 PM
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three main items: approving the warrant register for FY 2021-2022, approving a request from Guatemala County Fair to use Lynwood City Park for a cultural festival on June 25-26, 2022, and approving special permits for a massage therapy business at 10930 Long Beach Blvd, Unit 7. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and proclamations.
- Approval of warrant register dated June 9, 2022 for FY 2021-2022
- Resolution to approve Guatemala County Fair's use of Lynwood City Park for cultural festival on June 25-26, 2022
- Special Massage Therapy Permit for business at 10930 Long Beach Blvd, Unit 7
- Special Massage Technician Permits for Wenrong Zhang (CAMTC #89798) and Jihua Lu (CAMTC #44533)
- Pride Month Proclamation and update on law enforcement issues
City Council
The Lynwood City Council regular meeting scheduled for June 7, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at 6 PM at the Annex Building Council Chambers, 11350 Bullis Rd., Lynwood, CA 90262. No agenda items are listed for this canceled meeting.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting: June 21, 2022 at 6 PM
- Location: Annex Building Council Chambers, 11350 Bullis Rd.
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is scheduled to vote on a $50 million lease revenue bond issuance to refinance the city's unfunded CalPERS pension liability. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the FY 2022-23 Annual Action Plan, which allocates approximately $1.08 million in CDBG funds and $1.84 million in HOME funds. Additionally, the council will award two construction contracts totaling over $1.2 million for sidewalk and street improvements.
- Approval of $50,000,000 in Lease Revenue Bonds by the Lynwood Public Financing Authority to refinance CalPERS pension liability
- Public hearing on FY 2022-23 Annual Action Plan allocating $1,078,831 in CDBG and $1,844,395 in HOME funds
- Award of $556,090 contract to FS Contractors, Inc. for sidewalk improvements on Wright Road from Fernwood Ave to Duncan Ave
- Award of $650,000 contract to Hardy and Harper, Inc. for street improvements on San Carlos, San Juan, San Luis, San Vicente, Thorson, and Alvada streets
- Continuation of emergency actions for Well No. 19 and the Natatorium rehabilitation
Other Public Meetings
The Lynwood Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed digital billboards along the I-710 freeway, each requiring a Site Plan Review, a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and a recommendation to the City Council for a Development Agreement. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and director communications.
- Site Plan Review No. 2021-45: 75-foot V-structure digital billboard at 11350 Wright Road (APN 6194-031-007)
- Site Plan Review No. 2021-46: 80-foot two-sided digital billboard at 41104-06 Wright Road (APN 6194-029-006)
- Both projects include draft Mitigated Negative Declarations and Development Agreement recommendations to City Council
- Approval of minutes from April 12, 2022 meeting
- Public oral communication period for non-agenda items
City Council
This is a closed-session meeting of the Lynwood City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation, negotiate price and terms for the Northgate Gonzalez property, and conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public action is scheduled; the next regular meeting is May 17, 2022.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation, 1680 Wright Road LLC v. City of Lynwood, Case No. 19cmcv00348
- Closed session: real property negotiations for Northgate Gonzalez property (APNs 6175-002-001 through 6175-002-005, 6175-002-028, 6175-009-005 through 6175-009-008, 6175-009-025, 6175-003-013 through 6175-003-015, 6175-003-017, 6175-003-018); negotiators: City Manager Ernie Hernandez and City Attorney Noel Tapia
- Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
- Public oral communications allowed on agenda and non-agenda items
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is scheduled to vote on a development agreement for a 38,479-square-foot supermarket and drive-through café at 11600 Long Beach Boulevard. The agenda also includes the adoption of ordinances establishing campaign contribution limits and revising the Code of Ethics, as well as emergency action continuations for Well No. 19 and the Natatorium.
- Approval of Development Agreement with Lynwood Spring, LLC for a supermarket at 11600 Long Beach Boulevard
- Adoption of ordinance establishing campaign contribution limits lower than state law
- Adoption of ordinance amending Section 2-1.7 of the Municipal Code (Code of Ethics)
- Continuation of emergency action for Well No. 19 rehabilitation
- Continuation of emergency action for Natatorium renovations and repairs
City Council
This is a regular closed session meeting of the Lynwood City Council. The council will discuss anticipated litigation (two cases) and conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public action items are listed; the agenda is limited to closed session matters.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (2 cases)
- Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several items including a new commercial facade grant program funded by ARPA. The agenda also includes requests to continue emergency actions for the Natatorium and Well No. 19, and decisions on surveillance system upgrades.
- $830,000 ARPA appropriation for Commercial Façade Grant Program implementation
- $337,000 ARPA appropriation for repairs at Fire Stations 147 and 148
- $50,000 appropriation option to repair or upgrade the surveillance camera system
- Approval of the Alexander Avenue and surrounding area water and sewer improvement project completion
- Adoption of new Speed Hump Installation Policy Guidelines and Procedures
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for April 5, 2022, consists of a regular closed session. The agenda includes a conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several major financial and infrastructure items, including mid-year budget adjustments and emergency repairs for Well No. 19 and the Natatorium. The agenda also includes proposals for a new traffic signal at Imperial Highway and Ruth Avenue and the adoption of campaign contribution limits.
- Appropriation of $1,001,350 from ARPA funds for a new traffic signal at Imperial Highway and Ruth Avenue
- Appropriation of $440,694 for emergency rehabilitation of Well No. 19
- Appropriation of $3,500,000 from Lease Revenue Bonds and $1,500,000 from grant funds for Natatorium repairs
- Proposed ordinance to establish campaign contribution limits lower than state law
- First amendment to agreement with MV Cheng & Associates for temporary staffing services
City Council
The City Council is considering a cost-sharing agreement with Compton for street improvements on Stoneacre Avenue and McMillan Street. The meeting also includes discussions on a new commercial facade grant program funded by ARPA and a potential vote of no confidence in L.A. County District Attorney George Gascon.
- $1,026,212 street improvement project for Stoneacre Avenue and McMillan Street
- $830,000 ARPA appropriation for the Commercial Façade Grant Program
- $70,537.95 purchase of electronic message boards
- $25,000 professional services agreement with Carney Mehr for legal services
- Resolution to proclaim a local state of emergency and continue remote meetings
City Council
This is a regular closed session meeting of the Lynwood City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation, with significant exposure to litigation. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment periods.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 case)
- Public oral communications for agenda and non-agenda items
- Next regular meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
City Council
The Lynwood City Council will consider routine consent items including approving the warrant register, meeting minutes, and several project acceptances. Under new business, they will vote on a $295,350 contract for pedestrian safety improvements on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, allocate $50,000 in ARPA funds for senior center technology upgrades, discuss pool repairs, adopt a development agreement for a digital billboard, and call a June 2022 election on council term limits.
- Award $295,350 contract to International Line Builders, Inc. for HSIP Cycle 5 improvements on MLK Jr. Blvd from Alvada St to Benwell Dr, with $65,886 from SB1 funds
- Appropriate $50,000 in ARPA funds for audio/visual upgrades at Lynwood Senior Center
- Discuss repair options for City Pool, recommending Option A with electrical, tile, roof, plumbing, and safety repairs
- Adopt ordinance approving development agreement with Lamar Central Outdoor, LLC for a 77-foot double-sided digital billboard at 11200 Wright Road
- Call June 7, 2022 election for voter measure to limit city council members to four-year terms
City Council
The City Council will review several significant items, including a development agreement for a citywide fiber optic network and contract awards for bike trail and park projects. The agenda also includes budget amendments for community clean-up events and the allocation of ARPA funds.
- Decision on development agreement with SiFi Networks for citywide fiber optic network
- Contract award to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. for $5,340,000 for the Lynwood Urban Bike Trail
- Contract award to California Landscape & Design, Inc. for $2,385,294.70 for Fernwood Avenue Park Project
- $10,000 appropriation for Mayor's clean-up initiative and community clean-up events
- Approval of Lynwood Economic & Community Enhancement Plan and ARPA funding allocation
City Council
The Lynwood City Council is meeting to consider routine financial approvals, including the warrant register and investment reports, as well as several action items: declaring a city-owned property at Imperial Highway and Fernwood Avenue as surplus land, authorizing agreements for interim Community Development and Finance directors, appropriating $50,000 for a website redesign, and funding a landscape and lighting assessment rate study. The council will also review board and commission appointments and fill three vacancies.
- Declare property at northwest corner of Imperial Highway and Fernwood Avenue as surplus land
- Approve agreement with Tierra West Advisors for interim Community Development Director services
- Approve agreement with Willdan for interim Finance Director services
- Appropriate $50,000 for website redesign and possible domain name change
- Appropriate $11,000 each from Landscape and Lighting Assessment District funds for CPI rate study