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24, PVPUSD wants to use the 32 acr, CorrespondenceFebruary 1, 1963. The Board of Education Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified -School District 38:Crest Road.West ' Rolling HMS, California: Attention: Dr. Wayne L. Butterbaugh ,Superintendent and Secretary to the Board Gentlemen and Mrs. Wiedmann: The Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills met January 28, 1963 to consider your application for a Condi- .. tional Use Permit for the thirty-two acres located at 38 Crest Road, for the purpose of constructing District Administration offices, District educational materials and library facilities, District maintenance and transportation facilities, as well as a new elementary school to serve the area surrounding this site. Because of its conviction that the proposed bus maintenance facilities would be incompatible with the City's established rural, residential development, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny the application for a Conditional Use Permit. very:truly yours, CITY OF ROLLING HILLS Phyllis Stockdale. City Manager JOHN B. MERRITT 6505 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD LONG BEACH 5, CALIFORNIA January 23, 1963 City Planning Commission City of Rolling Hills Attention: Mr. S. W. Good, Jr. Chairman Gentlemen: I wish to express my reasons for objecting to the issuance of a conditional use permit to the Palos Verdes School District for their proposed utilization of the school property located adjacent to Crest Road West within the City of Rolling Hills. My objections, and I believe those of the majority of the neighbors, are to granting any approval or sanction to the use of this property for a bus parking and maintenance operation. Up until recently this activity has been tolerated by the residents in the neighborhood in the belief that it was temporary and with a desire to cooperate to the maximum extent possible with the School Districts rapid growth problems. However, the bus fleet has grown to approximately 30 buses and we are advised by the School Board that they forecast this number will increase to 40 or more. An operation of this size results in a significant nuisance occasioned by the noise of the engines, horns and air systems which must be warmed up and tested each morning before the fleet can be put into operation. Further, the maintenance of this fleet must be performed during the night time hours and these maintenance operations require people working most of the night which in turn entails voices and lights which are quite detrimental to the trap» quility of a residential area. The representative of the School District has acknowledged that the operation is a noisy one and no one has, to my knowledge, argued that it is or can be compatible with the residential surroundings. The School District has talked about researching methods of abating the noise but in my experience with operating large fleets of trucking equipment there is no feasible means today of sufficiently muffling • i the sound of high horsepower engines without seriously impairing their efficiency. I do not object to the School District's proposal pertaining to the warehouse and administrative operation.. Any use permit should restrict the construction to one.»story and require approval of the architecture by the appropriate City government agency. Further, it should require and specify the protective planting which they have proposed. I appreciate that the School District can proceed to use the land in any fashion they wish regardless of the issuance of a conditional use permit by the City of Rolling Hills. However, I am concerned that if our City should sanction this objectionable operation by the issuance of a permit it will prejudice the individual neighbor's rights and voice in controlling the degree of noise and nuisance. Certainly we should not take any action which will encourage the School District to make an investment at this time in fueling and maintenance facilities. I believe that the School District should do everything possible to relocate the bus operation on land which has not already been developed for residential purposes so as not to impose on the peace and depreciate the investment of established residents and property owners. There will certainly be more incentive for the School District to continue such an effort if they are utilizing the Crest Road property without the approval of our City government. They will not be armed with your approval to answer neighbors who have justifiable complaints or who may have to seek some other course of action to obtain relief. I am sending copies of this letter to others in the neighborhood so that they may attend the hearing Monday night, January 28, at six o'clock in the City Hall and give you the benefit of their feelings in this matter. I am also sending a copy of this letter to the school administration so as to be sure,..hey are aware of our position. IICs ec. l:_y yours, ..� .' ohn B. Merritt Crest Road West ,olling Hills, California J TO: BOARD OF EDUCATION FROM: SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS VIA: BUSINESS DIVISION DATE: JANUARY 210 1963 SUBJECT: NOISE ABATEMENT STUDY - TRANSPORTATION FACEUTIES. STATEMENT On Mondayp Januory 14, 19630 the Business Manager mct with representatives of Croon Coach Corporation, menufacturers of the buses owned by the District, for the purpose of discussing the problem of noise abatement. The engineers of the firm, along with engineers of Cumnino Diesel Engine.% and the menu- facturero of the mufflers, agree that there are a number of things that can be done to solve the problem. The following steps have been outlined aid are now in process: 1. Union Oil Company technicians and equipment are being used to check the decibel ratings on single units as well as the noise generatsd by the entire fleet in order thnt engineero uill have specific data to work with. 2. Crown Coach Corporation in cooperation with tho muffler manufacturer has comenced the design end conotruction of new muffler designed specifically to eliminate most of the noise while the bus is in opera- tion. Experimentation will taRe ploce on one of onr buses end decibel readings taken. S. Also, on this same unit, Crown Conch Corporation will install insula- tion material Inside the "skirts" that surround the motor rhich absorb much of the wound of the motor. 4. Pre -heating units will be installed on two or more of our units in order that re can enpoint with the reduction of the warm-up time to insure that proper sofety meatures may still be taken while reducing the running time ie"yard" to nn aboolute minimum. S. A /andscape architect (Mr. Phil Shipley) has studied the arca and points up that much can be done in the way of sound absorption by proper planting. He is now in peroonal contact with personal friends in the Division of Highways who hove quid much onperienco in this type of problw. Information will be presented in this regard at a later date. 6. Engineers of Crown'Coach Corporation aro developing designs for a • simple baffling otructure just in case the other oolutions are not us effective as desired. If need be, a solind baffling strocturo will be constructed to accommodate ono or two buses and tested thoroughly first before additional.units no constructed. CLASS NO. 4000 ITEM NO": 194 A. R. NOd 29 Page 1 of • SU ECT: NOISE ABATEMENT STUDY A TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES. (Continued) Thi Administration is continuing to look or suitable site, for relocation but all 2nEd is extremely high in price and in every case residential land is very near by0 Further information will be submitted for Board considera- tion at a later date. aSUPERINTT 3 DE 1 °S COMMENT Presented to the Board for Information only. This is a problem which will require time to fend a so1u io no However, there is a strong feeling >n the part of the staff and other working on this problem that the problem can be salved on the present administration center site. Respectfully submitted WAYNE L. BU T TERB3AUG 1 Superintendent Presented by: (atrws E. Crockett Business tlanager CLASS 400D ITEM 194> A. R. 29 Page 2 of 2 1 Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District ADMINISTRATION CENTER 38 CREST ROAD WEST • ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA FRONTIER 7-1511 BOARD OF EDUCATION JAMES N. MCCLELLAND, PRESIDENT V. G. NIELSEN, VICE PRESIDENT HOWARD N. WEST, CLERK ELEANORE WIEDMANN, MEMBER JOHN K. STEINBAUGH, MEMBER City Council, City of Rolling Hills, California January 10, 1963 Attention: Mrs. Phyllis Stockdale, City Manager Gentlemen and Mrs. Stockdale: ADMINISTRATION WAYNE L. BUTTERBAUGH SUPERINTENDENT JAMES E. CROCKETT BUSINESS MANAGER At its meeting of January 7, the Trustees discussed with your councilman, Mr. Amberg, the proposed plan for the LaCresta-Administration Center site, at which time Mr. Amberg stated the council's concern regarding the noisiness which may result from the maintenance and storage of school buses on this site. The Board appreciates and understands the concern of the City in this regard, and we wish to assure you of the school district's earnest desire to cooperate in every way possible with its neighbors. The problem of the noisiness of school operations is a primary concern of the Trustees and the Administration, and one which receives constant at- tention. Already in process on this project is an intensive search for the most efficient methods to reduce the noise of motor warm-ups, main- tenance operations, etc. The staff will continue to explore every means to eliminate or reduce noise and at the same time fulfill ourresponsi- bilities in the area of student transportation. Presently under consideration is (1) an engineering device that will reduce noise approximately 75% to 80%; (2) installation of pre -heating units for individual bus motors which will reduce warm-up time; (3) consultation with a landscape architect to determine appropriate plantings to act as a noise baffler. The feasibility of locating transportation services on another site is also being studied. However, it must be recognized that sites for such operations are at a premium because of the predominantly residential zon- ing of the peninsula. There was discussion on the possibility of locating transportation facilities off the peninsula, but it was the con- sensus of the Board that this would not be conducive to efficient and economical operations. However, the Administration was directed to check further into the possibility of securing an alternate location on the peninsula. Bidding procedures on this project are already in process. Mr. Amberg in- forms us that your city has no objection to the warehouse plans, and that your opposition is limited to the maintenance facilities. It was agreed that acceptance of that_portion of the bid could be tentatively held over, with the hope that an agreement can be reached that will be mutually • • (continued from Page 1) City Council, City of Rolling Hills acceptable to all concerned. Yours very truly, January 10, 1963 ecrotary of thoard of Edion (::,// and Superintendent WLB/r • • Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District ADMINISTRATION CENTER 38 CREST ROAD WEST • ROLLING HILLS. CALIFORNIA FRoNTIER 7-1511 BOARD OF EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION JAMES N. ?(CCLELLAND, PRESIDENT V. G. NIELSEN, VICE PRESIDENT HOWARD N. WEST, CLERK ELEANORE WIEDMANN, MEMBER JOHN K. STEINBAUGH, MEMBER December 7, 1962 City of Rolling Bills Planning Commission 1 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California Gentlemen: WAYNE L. BUTTERBAUGH SUPERINTENDENT JAMES E. CROCKETT BUSINESS MANAGER The enclosed policy statement was adopted by the Board of Education of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District at its meeting of November 19, 1962, with the desire indicated that copies be sent to all suitable agencies and individuals as soon as possible. I feel that you will be interested in the statement and wish to give it your careful attention. The Board of Education is most desirous that a good educa- tional program be provided in the public schools for the children of the Peninsu-la; the Board also wants to cooperate with other governmental entities and private organizations to the end that everyone involved in the development of the Peninsula is as well informed as possible so that enlightened planning may take place. The members of the Board and those on the staff will be happy to talk with you on this subject. Very my yours e L. Butterbaugh Superintendent • PALOS VERDES PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT STATEMENT OF DESIRABILITY OF EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION BETWEEN THE PALOS VERDES PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE AGENCIES ON MATTERS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL STATUS OF THE DISTRICT The Board of Education of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District is desirous of providing a high level educational program for the children of Peninsula residents within the context of a reasonable tax effort for the citizens and business concerns in the District. Every effort is being made to achieve the greatest return on each educational dollar expended. Al- though it is true that ample funds alone do not insure a quality educational program, it is virtually impossible to have a good program without sufficient financing. The following reasons are felt to be impelling ones for the concern about changes which affect the financial status of the District: 1. The District is a legal entity which affects the entire Peninsula. 2. The District is supported in major portion by local property taxes. (For the current year, 1962-63, it is estimated that 6Oo of the revenue will be from local taxes.) 3. The total tax rate for schools is the greatest single element in determining the property levy for all Peninsula residents. 4. The ratio of assessed valuation per pupil is the best indicator of financial ability of a school district. Any event which lowers this ratio results in a decrease in financial support for the district unless the tax rate is increased in the district. 5. Zoning patterns in effect determine in large measure the manner in which land may be used, and specifically affect directly the ratio of assessed valuation per pupil. For example, non-residential development increases the ratio, while residential development on smaller lots with lower priced homes decreases the ratio, 6. Changes in zoning and land use are certaiwto•have an effect onethe ratio of assessed valuation per pupil, and, therefore, on the financial status of the District and the tax rate. In view of the reasons listed above, the Board of Education, in behalf of all citizens of the Peninsula, wishes to express its concern regarding changes in planned land use which affect the District's finances, and to invite public agencies and private groups and individuals to contact the staff of the District to exchange information on this subject. The communication which would take place could un- doubtedly be of mutual benefit. The Board of Education feels that it is in the interest of all citizens on the Peninsula that such cooperation be carried out for the exchange of information which facilitates intelligent planning. November 19, 1962 0 +� 1 Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District BOARD OF EDUCATION JAMES N. MCCLELLAND, PRESIDENT V. G. NIELSEN, VICE PRESIDENT HOWARD N. WEST, CLERK ELEANORE WIEDMANN, MEMBER JOHN K. STEINBAUGH, MEMBER ADMINISTRATION CENTER 38 CREST ROAD WEST • ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA FRONTIER 7-1511 November 30, 1962 City Council of the City of Rolling Hills #1 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California Attention: Mrs. Phyllis Stockdale Gentlemen: ADMINISTRATION WAYNE L. BUTTERBAUGH SUPERINTENDENT JAMES E. CROCKETT BUSINESS MANAGER Re: Request for Variance and Conditional Use Permit for School Site at 38 Crest Road West. Rolling Hilts, California Under date of October 24, 1960, the Board of Trustees of the then Palos Verdes School District, requested a Variance and Conditional Use Permit for the site at 38 Crest Road, for the purpose of locating administration and maintenance facilities and a new elementary school. Plans for the ultimate development of this site were not finalized in time for the contemplated improvements to be started within the time limit established by the Conditional Use Permit. In order that approval can be obtained for the development of the District Administration Center, the Board of Education of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District, under the provisions of Section 6.01 of Ordinance No. 33, requests a Variance and Conditional Use Permit for the thirty-two acres located at 38 Crest Road, for the purpose of constructing District Administration offices, District educational materials and library facil- ities, District maintenance and transportation facilities, as well as a new elementary school to serve the area surrounding this site. Periodically, representatives of the School District have discussed plans for the development of this site with the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills and displayed for their consideration plans for the construction of certain facilities, as well as plot plans showing the location of these facilities on the site. As planning of the facili- ties progressed, slight variations from the original plan was necessary due to the problems of irregular terrain and drainage. A ratter plan of the City of Rolling Hills - 2 November 30, 1962 site has been filed with the Planning Commission as well as plans for the construction of the first building, namely the warehouse. It is the desire of the Board of Education to have the buildings constructed and located in such a manner that neighbors to the site will be affected as little as possible. As far as feasibly possible, the architecture utilized conforms to the requirements of the City of Rolling Hills. Since the Board of Education is a public body, a request is made for a waiver of any variance filing fees for the above mentioned project. Very truly yours, 4 wa�yne L. Butte Baugh erintendent and Secretary to Board of' Education WLB/JEC : fw