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Request for Removal of No Parking Sign Adj to 3 Eastfield TC-15c -x5 • TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS A. RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ENCOURAGING THE MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUESTRIAN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA. City Manager Nealis explained that this Resolution memorializes an unwritten agreement reached by the Traffic Commission at their meeting of January 17, 1992. The property owner, Mrs. Cherie Bennett, indicated her agreement with the terms of the Resolution. The City Council concurred and Resolution No. TC-91-2 was accepted. ¥t(30TES 1)t-ijn.. VC -15 B. CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION RELATIVE TO A STOP SIGN TO BE PLACED AT PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ADJACENT TO THE MAIN GATE EXIT. City Manager Nealis reported that the proposed stop sign is for the purpose of providing increased pedestrian and vehicular traffic safety in the area of the main gate. The gate is scheduled to be modified to operate the same as the other gates; i.e., it will not have to return to a fully closed position each time a vehicle exits. The Community Association will be asked to maintain the gate and keep it operative at all times. In response to a query from Mayor Pernell regarding the willingness of the Community Association to undertake this responsibility, the City Manager said there was no indication at the last Traffic Commission meeting that the suggestion would not be well received. Mr. Tom Boyd, 7 S. Middleridge, stated that the Community Association has tried to maintain safety without inconvenience to the residents, and he feels at this time the stop sign is the only way to slow the traffic down. Ms. Marge Schmit, 2 Buggy Whip, also expressed her belief that the plan. will be acceptable to the Community Association. Mayor Pro Tem Swanson moved approval of the Traffic Commission recommendation that a stop sign be placed at Portuguese Bend Road adjacent to the main gate exit. Councilmember Murdock seconded and the motion passed without objection. 3 Cyr/ Cout4ciL Hs thrrEs I l a 1 l 9a. RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ENCOURAGING THE MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUESTRIAN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA. Following brief discussion Commissioner Wiener moved to waive reading in full and to adopt the subject Resolution. Commission Virtue seconded the motion which carried unanimously. �fZAFF‘c M -- 5 S OLD BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD This item was held to the end of the meeting to permit a field trip. OLD BUSINESS (CONTINUED) RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD A field trip was conducted to 3 Eastfield Drive for consideration of Resolution No. TC-91-2. Further instructions to clear the equestrian/pedestrian easement area to a minimum of ten vertical feet was directed to the property owner. Staff was directed to inspect this area following completion of clearance by the property owner, and to prepare an appropriate report for Traffic Commission review at the next regularly scheduled meeting. There being no further discussion Chairwoman Leeuwenburgh adjourned the meeting at 10:05 a.m. (g A F, c o t -t rc t ss, 1�1�5191 RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARIUNG" ZONE AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. City Manager Nealis introduced the subject Resolution stating that an application from Mr. John Bennett requesting the removal of a "no parking" sign adjacent to his property at 3 Eastfield had been reviewed at the meeting of August 16, 1991. He stated that the subject Resolution calling for the removal of unsafe foliage from the easement and establishing the "no parking" zone in front of 3 Eastfield. Commissioner Weiner moved approval of Resolution No. TC-91-2. Commissioner Welbourn seconded the motion. Mr. John Bennett, 3 Eastfield requested to address the Commission. He expressed dissatisfaction with the City's notification procedures, and the content and intent of the subject Resolution. He felt that to expect all parking to be on a residents property was unreasonable. The Commissioners commented individually with regard to safety, trail and storm drain damage, and parking obstruction. Following discussion of safety issues, including sight line impairment, it was determined that Resolution shall be amended to identify specific plants to be cleared. Commission Wiener moved to hold over Resolution No. TC-91-2 to the meeting of October 18 pending modification. Commissioner Welbourn seconded the motion which carried unanimously. MC -15 City o//2Jfiny _AA INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213)377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 TO: PEGGY MINOR, ASSOCIATION MANAGER FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: NO PARKING SIGN AT NO. 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE DATE: NOVEMBER 26, 1991 As you are no doubt aware, members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission have been investigating concerns relative to the establishment of a "No Parking Zone" in equestrian easement uses adjacent to No. 3 Eastfield Drive. At the last regular meeting of the Commission, the property owner, Mr. John Bennett, was instructed to provide ten foot vertical clearance for equestrian easements adjacent to his driveway. Commission members directed me to inspect this location and, upon completion of the clearance, order the removal of the "No Parking" sign and prepare the appropriate report for consideration by the Traffic Commission at their January 17, 1992 meeting. I inspected the property on the morning of Monday, November 25. Mr. Bennett has provided the ten foot clearance as directed by the Commission. Please have Roger Vink, or appropriate personnel, move the "No Parking" sign. Should you wish to erect "No Parking" signs in the future, please feel free to contact this office prior to establishment of a "No Parking Zone". As you know, the Traffic Commission must recommend, and the City Council must approve, a no parking zone for Sheriff's Department personnel to enforce the regulation. I stand ready to assist you with whatever parking recommendations you may desire to discuss. Your cooperation will be appreciated. /jc city o, /`ollin$ J�tilla INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377.1521 FAX (213) 377-7288 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ENCOURAGING THE MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUESTRIAN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA DATE: JANUARY 27, 1992 Attached to this Staff Report is a Resolution which was approved by members of the Traffic Commission at their regular meeting held January 17, 1992. This Resolution was adopted by the Commission following consideration of a "no parking" zone at that location. The property owner has complied with the request of the City to trim growth in the area to provide adequate equestrian travel in conjunction with vehicular parking. RECOMMENDATION It would be in order for the City Council to concur with members of the Traffic Commission relative to this matter. CN:ds RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE' AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission conducted a field trip to 3 Eastfield Drive on Friday, August 16, 1991; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association to establish a "no parking zone" in front of 3 Eastfield; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association that the foliage adjacent to 3 Eastfield forces pedestrians and equestrians into the roadway; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Traffic Commission to, as much as possible, create a safe environment for vehicles, equestrians and pedestrians. 1 NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission as follows: SECTION 1. That a "no parking zone" is hereby established adjacent to 3 Eastfield extending easterly on the north side of the street for seventy feet (70') east of the easterly edge of the driveway at that location. SECTION 2. That the City Manager is directed to cause a "no parking" sign to be erected at that location. SECTION 3. That members of the Traffic Commission hereby concur with the recommendations of the Rolling Hills Community Association and support the following: o Raise and cut back branches from trees immediately adjacent to both sides of driveway entrance. o Move rocks back from trails at driveway entrance. Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -1- o Remove flowers c ail area on both sides of drivewa o Cut Oleanders back from trail area at least three feet (3') at uphill side of driveway. This action is supported to ensure the safe passing of pedestrians, equestrians and vehicular traffic. SECTION 4. The Chairwoman of the Traffic Commission is hereby authorized to affix her signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption and the City Clerk is directed to attest thereto. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this UT, day of \a,,,NA.i, 199 Ginv..1 Lace, Chairwoman ATTEST: Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -2- The foregoing Resolution No. TC-91-2 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A 'NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on January 29th 1991 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT:. ABSTAIN: Commissioners Welbourn, Stringfellow, Wiener and Virtue; Chairwoman Leeuwenburgh. None None None Depu City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -3- r (.117k City 0/ R0f/' i JUL INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 Agenda Item No: 1+f3 Mtg. Date: 1-17-92 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRWOMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ENCOURAGING THE MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUESTRIAN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA. DATE: JANUARY 17, 1992 Attached to this Staff Report is a Resolution supporting the actions taken by Mr. John Bennett of 3 Eastfield Drive relative to the removal of foliage adjacent to his driveway. As you will notice in the Resolution, the Commission supports his efforts as an alternative to the consideration of a "no parking" zone at the subject location. It would be in order for members of the Traffic Commission to adopt the attached Resolution and direct that it be forwarded to the City Council for review. CN:ds RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ENCOURAGING THE MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUESTRIAN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Conunission on August 16, 1991 and October 18, 1991 inspected the equestrian easement located adjacent to the driveway at 3 Eastfield Drive, Rolling Hills; and WHEREAS, this item was presented to the Traffic Commission for their review of equestrian and vehicular parking safety adjacent to the driveway at 3 Eastfield Drive; and WHEREAS, the property owner, Mr. John Bennett, has complied with the request of the Traffic Commission to remove the foliage in the equestrian easement adjacent to the driveway entrance at 3 Eastfield maintaining a minimum height distance of ten feet (10'); and WHEREAS, members of the Rolling Hills Community Association have installed protective devices for the drain in the area which was damaged by vehicles parking at the 3 Eastfield location; and WHEREAS, all work has been inspected by interested parties to this matter. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission as follows: SECTION 1. Members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission hereby support the efforts of the property owner, Mr. John Bennett, resident at 3 Eastfield Drive for his removal of foliage and improvement of the equestrian easement at that location. SECTION 2. Members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission urge the property owner at 3 Eastfield to maintain the equestrian access in a free and clear manner to a minimum vertical distance of ten feet (10') in order to avoid the necessity for consideration of a "no parking” zone at that location. Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -1- • SECTION 3. The Chairwoman of the Traffic Commission is hereby authorized to affix her signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption and the City Clerk is directed to attest thereto. SECTION 4. The City Clerk, or duly authorized deputy is directed to transmit a copy of this Resolution to members of the Rolling Hills City Council. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 1991. Chairwoman AIIEST: City Clerk The foregoing Resolution No. TC-91-2 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ENCOURAGING THE MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUESTRIAN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on 1991 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Deputy City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -2- aty O/ I `O/LLf, filth INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX (213) 377-7288 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRWOMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT; RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A 'NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD DATE: NOVEMBER 15, 1991 Attached for review is Resolution No. TC-91-2 as amended per direction at the Traffic Commission meeting of September 30, 1991. A field trip is recommended per Traffic Commission action on October 18, 1991. /jc RESOLUTION NO. TC•91.2 A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE' AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission conducted a field trip to 3 Eastfield Drive on Friday, August 16, 1991; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association to establish a "no parking zone" in front of 3 Eastfield; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association that the foliage adjacent to 3 Eastfield forces pedestrians and equestrians into the roadway; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Traffic Commission to, as much as possible, create a safe environment for vehicles, equestrians and pedestrians. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission as follows: SECTION 1. That a "no parking zone" is hereby established adjacent to 3 Eastfield extending easterly on the north side of the street for seventy feet (70') east of the easterly edge of the driveway at that location. SECTION Z. That the City Manager is directed to cause a "no parking" sign to be erected at that location. SECTION 3. That members of the Traffic Commission hereby concur with the recommendations of the Rolling Hills Community Association and support the following: o Raise and cut back branches from trees immediately adjacent to both sides of driveway entrance. o Move rocks back from trails at driveway entrance. Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -1- o Remove flowers on trail area on both sides of driveway. o Cut Oleanders back from trail area at least three feet (3') at uphill side of driveway. This action is supported to ensure the safe passing of pedestrians, equestrians and vehicular traffic. SECTION 4. The Chairwoman of the Traffic Commission is hereby authorized to affix her signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption and the City Clerk is directed to attest thereto. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 1991. Chairwoman ATTEST: City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -2- The foregoing Resolution No. TC•91-2 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE' AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on 1991 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Deputy City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -3- � L'Rs7FCELb GODFREY PERNELL Mayo, GORDANA SWANSON Mayor Pro Tern GIN NY LEEUWENBURGH Councilwoman JODY MURDOCK Councilwoman THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER Councilman ;October 25, 1991 Mr. John Bennett 3 Eastfield Drive Rolling Hills, CA 90274 Dear Mr. Bennett: City 0/ R0//in y JUL INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS. CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX (213) 377.7288 Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to attend the Friday, October 18, 1991 meeting of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission. We appreciate you taking time to explain your concerns and provide detailed information to the Commission during a field trip to 3 Eastfield Drive. Community Association Representative Roger Vink has installed an additional delineator adjacent to the storm drain to help protect the structure from damage caused by vehicles parking in the area. We understand that you will be trimming the trees adjacent to your driveway to provide for safe equestrian access as described on October 18. Members of the Traffic Commission will schedule a field trip to your location on Friday, November 15, 1991. At that time consideration regarding the status of the proposed "no parking" at your location and the adequacy of the trimming and delineators will be discussed. Thank you for your concern and cooperation. Sincerely, Craig R. Nealis City Manager CN:ds Printed on Recycled Paper. I C-15 City o/ ielli,1 JUL INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX (213) 377-7288 Agenda Item No: 4.A Mtg. Date: 10-18-91 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRWOMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. DATE: OCTOBER 18, 1991 Attached for review is Resolution No. TC-91-2 as amended per direction at the Traffic Commission meeting of September 30, 1991. :ds RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission conducted a field trip to 3 Eastfield Drive on Friday, August 16, 1991; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association to establish a "no parking zone" in front of 3 Eastfield; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association that the foliage adjacent to 3 Eastfield forces pedestrians and equestrians into the roadway; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Traffic Commission to, as much as possible, create a safe environment for vehicles, equestrians and pedestrians. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission as follows: SECTION 1. That a "no parking zone" is hereby established adjacent to 3 Eastfield extending easterly on the north side of the street for seventy feet (70') east of the easterly edge of the driveway at that location. SECTION 2. That the City Manager is directed to cause a "no parking" sign to be erected at that location. SECTION 3. That members of the Traffic Commission hereby concur with the recommendations of the Rolling Hills Community Association and support the following: o Raise and cut back branches from trees immediately adjacent to both sides of driveway entrance. o Move rocks back from trails at driveway entrance. Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -1- o Remove flowers on trail area on both sides of driveway. o Cut Oleanders back from trail area at least three feet (3') at uphill side of driveway. This action is supported to ensure the safe passing of pedestrians, equestrians and vehicular traffic. SECTION 4. The Chairwoman of the Traffic Commission is hereby authorized to affix her signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption and the City Clerk is directed to attest thereto. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 1991. Chairwoman ATTEST: City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -2- The foregoing Resolution No. TC-91-2 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on 1991 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Deputy City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -3- 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90274 October 1, 1991 Ginny Leeuwenburgh Chairman Traffic Commission Marge Schmidtt Vietta Virtue John Wellborn Tom Wiener Craig Nealis, City Manager Two Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, CA 90274 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I would like to thank Craig Nealis, the City Manager, for his letter of September 23, 1991, inviting me to attend the meeting of October 18 at 8:30 a.m. I most assuredly plan to attend. In preparation for that meeting, I would like to outline several key points which might help to resolve this matter more favorably to all concerned. 1. I would like to cooperate with the City where at all possible to achieve valid safety concerns. However, I believe that a "No Parking Zone" estab- lished exclusively for 70 feet of 3 Eastfield Drive will not effectively achieve this purpose. 2. The effect of this "zone" is to create a safety hazard further east down the hill and further west up the hill where cars will be forced to park. This will never achieve the legitimate safety concern which we seek to avoid and only restricts safe parking next to our house, creating an eyesore which to us is obtrusive and personally offensive. 3. If one of the legitimate goals of the City is to protect the wood covering the drain east of our driveway, we would be very happy to see it effectively protected without being obtrusive to the eye and restricting our legitimate right to park next to our home. (Perhaps the City would like to see what Rolling Hills Estates has done at 27961 Palos Verdes Drive East, for example). 4. In an effort to show the City our concern for the safety of ourselves and others, we will transplant the starless bush just east of the driveway and trim the oleanders west of the driveway to provide safe passage for pedes- trians and equestrians, however few. YI 5. We disagree that the trimming of the Cypress trees around the driveway and other bushes giving visibility to the driveway will increase safety. We have lived here for 33 years and have never experienced an accident at the driveway. To the contrary, we believe that increased visibility to drivers traveling Eastfield will only serve to effect an increase in the speed the cars travel up and down Eastfield, thereby creating a greater safety hazard and greatly endangering the lives of those the City wishes to protect. Thank you for your cooperation with us on this and your further communication. Sincerely, Rev. John Bennett Tc-1S GODFREY PERNELL Mayor GORDANA SWANSON Mayor Pm Tem GINNY LEEUWENBURGH Councilwoman JODY MURDOCK Councilwoman THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER Councilman September 23, 1991 Mr. John Bennett 3 Eastfield Drive Rolling Hills, CA 90274 Dear Mr. Bennett: City o� /Collc'n� .hti[6a 1 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377.1821 FAX (213) 377.7288 Thank you for attending the September 20, 1991 regular meeting of the Traffic Commission. We appreciate you providing input regarding the "No Parking Zone" in front of your property. As indicated to you during the meeting, this item has been held over and will be considered at the next regular meeting of the Traffic Commission scheduled for Friday, October 18, 1991 at 8:30 a.m. Your attendance at that meeting is invited and encouraged. A copy of the Resolution to be considered by the Traffic Commission will be forwarded to you after it is prepared and forwarded to members of the Traffic Commission. Again, thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Craig R. Nealis City Manager CN:ds ®Printed on Recycled Paper. 41 Tc-IS City of /Col/ y _AI INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377.1521 FAX (213) 377-7288 Agenda Item No: 4.B Mtg. Date: 9-20-91 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRWOMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD DATE: SEPTEMBER 20, 1991 At the regular meeting of the Traffic Commission held August 16, 1991, Mr. John Bennett presented a request for the removal of a "no parking" sign which had been placed at the location by the Community Association adjacent to his property at 3 Eastfield. Members of the Traffic Commission conducted a field trip to the location on the same date to discuss and visualize the concerns expressed by Mr. John Bennett. While inspecting the property, it became evident that the combined equestrian/pedestrian use of the easement was incompatible given the existing trees and shrubs growing in the easement. Due to the impending traffic hazard of forcing a pedestrian or equestrian to venture into the roadway at this location, the attached Resolution was ordered prepared for presentation at today's meeting. Should members of the Traffic Commission concur, it would be in order to adopt the attached Resolution ordering the removal of unsafe foliage from the easement and establishing the "no parking" zone in front of 3 Eastfield. CN:ds RESOLUTION NO. TC-91-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission conducted a field trip to 3 Eastfield Drive on Friday, August 16, 1991; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association to establish a "no parking zone" in front of 3 Eastfield; and WHEREAS, members of the Traffic Commission concur with the recommendation of the Rolling Hills Community Association that the foliage adjacent to 3 Eastfield forces pedestrians and equestrians into the roadway; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Traffic Commission to, as much as possible, create a safe environment for vehicles, equestrians and pedestrians. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by members of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission as follows: SECTION 1. That a "no parking zone" is hereby established adjacent to 3 Eastfield extending easterly on the north side of the street for seventy feet (70') east of the easterly edge of the driveway at that location. SECTION 2. That the City Manager is directed to cause a "no parking" sign to be erected at that location. SECTION 3. That members of the Traffic Commission hereby concur with the recommendations of the Rolling Hills Community Association and support the removal of the Eucalyptus tree located approximately seventy feet (70') east of the driveway entrance at the subject location. Further, that the Traffic Commission supports the removal of the Oleander bushes located around the Eucalyptus tree and the trimming of the trees located at the entrance to the driveway and the trimming of the Oleander bushes located to the west of the driveway. This action is supported to ensure the safe passing of pedestrians, equestrians and vehicular traffic. Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 -1- SECTION 4. The Chairwoman of the Traffic Commission is hereby authorized to affix her signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption and the City Clerk is directed to attest thereto. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 1991. Mayor AI I EST: City Clerk The foregoing Resolution No. TC-91-2 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS TRAFFIC COMMISSION ESTABLISHING A "NO PARKING ZONE" AT 3 EASTFIELD AND ORDERING THE REMOVAL OF FOLIAGE WHICH CONSTITUTES A TRAFFIC HAZARD. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on 1991 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Deputy City Clerk Traffic Commission Resolution No. TC-91-2 ' -2- REQUEST FOR REMOVAL OF "NO PARKING SIGN" IN EASEMENT. ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE. APPLICANT: MR. JOHN BENNETT. Mr. John Bennett addressed the Commission stating that his request was prompted by instances of vandalism. He stated that the easement at that point is seventeen feet wide and therefore provides ample space for equestrians and parked cars. There followed discussion regarding various instances of vandalism in the area. In response to a question from Commissioner Schmit, Chairwoman Leeuwenburgh stated that the sign had been placed in the easement by the Community Association. Mr. Vink added that the sign had been placed as a temporary measure pending a decision by the Traffic Commission; drain covers placed in the area were being crushed by vehicles; complaints had been received from equestrians, and that existing overgrown landscaping blocked visibility. Chairwoman Leeuwenburgh directed that the item be held over pending a field inspection. (Continued) REQUEST FOR REMOVAL OF "NO PARKING SIGN" IN EASEMENT. ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE. APPLICANT: MR. JOHN BENNETT. Traffic Commission members conducted a field trip to 3 Eastfield Drive. Upon inspection, Staff was directed to prepare a resolution establishing a "no parking zone" extending seventy feet southerly from the south driveway edge at 3 Eastfield Drive. Further, the resolution was to contain provisions calling for the trimming of trees located at the entrance to the driveway; removal of the Eucalyptus tree approximately seventy-five feet southerly from the driveway in the easement and surrounding Oleanders; and removal of small bushes at the entrance to the driveway in an effort to create a safer passing environment for equestrian and pedestrian uses. /RiFFIC COMrfwSSlona V 1jwu,as '6116 I`k1 Tc-15 To: Craig R. Nealis City Manager MEMORANDUM From: Joanne Itagaki Deputy Traffic Engineer Date: September 5, 1991 Subject: • 'NO=PARIQNG=ZONE"_AT 3_EAS.1'11EI.D D12IVE' REOUEST A request was made to the Traffic Commission by Mr. John Bennett, 3 Eastfield Drive, to remove the "No Parking" sign adjacent to his property. Mr. Bennett indicated a need for on -street parking for his guests. DISCUSSION The Traffic Commission field reviewed this location on August 16, 1991. The property at 3 Eastfield Drive is fronted by a pedestrian/equestrian easement. Existing foliage at this location forces pedestrians/equestrians to travel on the roadway: The location of the "No Parking" sign is in a clearing in the easement. This location could provide on -street parking. However, allowing vehicles to park at this location would again force pedestrians/equestrians into the roadway. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the "No Parking" sign remain to provide pedestrians/ equestrians a clear easement of travel. It is further recommended that foliage protruding in the easement be removed to continue a clear easement of travel. JCI:ap 55432/1002/066 transl\m\m52 MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE Mr. John Bennett, 3 Eastfield Drive, addressed the Commission stating that due to damage to a car belonging to a visitor to his home, he would like to request the removal of the "No Parking" sign located in the easement adjacent to his property. He added that was not aware of any other such sign in Rolling Hills. In response to Acting Commissioner Stringfellow, Mr. -Bennett stated that due to the narrow width of his driveway visitor parking was not feasible on his property. Acting Commissioner Stringfellow pointed out that a considerable number of Bennett Enterprize Company trucks park in the vicinity. Chairwoman Leeuwenburgh commented that the Commission was precluded from taking any action at that time since this item was not included on the Agenda. There being no objection she directed that the item be included on the Agenda for the August meeting, and that the Traffic Engineer shall review the request. (o t1 t-4 SS I o N IN TES 1q 91 City INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX (213) 377-7288 Agenda Item No: 5.B Mtg. Date: 8-16-91 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRWOMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE FROM: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR REMOVAL OF 'NO PARKING' SIGN IN EASEMENT ADJACENT TO 3 EASTFIELD. APPLICANT: MR. JOHN BENNETT DATE: AUGUST 16, 1991 Mr. Bennett presented the subject request verbally to the Traffic Commission at the meeting of June 21, 1991. At that meeting the Commission was unable. to act upon Mr. Bennett's request due to time constraints making inclusion on the Agenda infeasible. CN:ds 7-e- i 5 ccoftin y ci/ZLLs Community si,ociation 4 cRanalio U-aL'oa (Unties ND. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND RD. • ROLLING HILLS. CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 ROLLING HILLS 111 TO: Craig Nealis, City Manager FROM: Peggy R. Minor DATE: July 18, 1991 RE: Sign Placed in Association Easement Letter dated 7/15/91 from John Bennett CALIFORNIA Enclosed is a letter received from Mr. Bennett expressing objection to the Association's placement of a "No Parking" sign in the Eastfield Road easement. This sign came about due to continuous guest parking in the very narrow horse trail alongside Eastfield near a storm drain cover. The vehicles park on the drain cover which has been replaced every few months. Some of the parking appears to be done by the Bennett guests who use their tennis court. Mr. Bennett would like the Traffic Commission to investigate this matter. The Association staff has concerns about horse trail safety, as well as liability that could arise in keeping the drain cover from being damaged by vehicular use. dc JOHN MCCOID BENNETT NO. 3 EASTFIELD DRIVE ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90274 (213) 519-1190 /S ex - z o-Z.q !moo ,,.La.. a_ . --- n-- -- ._ -_, - - 11 7.a may- y 2`7..v`_ 14116 a 24 e /J . �� • / 7,