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257, Harbor college would like to u, Studies & Reports• 76L268- PS 4-78 TO Subject • Dick Anderson ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS -- JUNIOR COITi J] GE USE IN CITY OF ROLLING HILLS FROM Ray Ristic Date March 17, 1981 In the staff's Initial Study of October 10, 1980, four (4) environmental factors were identified which may be affected by the proposed junior college use. These factors included: noise (parking noises at night), traffic/access (capacity of parking area and increased road congestion) law enforcement (increased crime in parking areas), and glare (from cars during evening sessions). Since completion of the Initial Study, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District submitted additional data. This memorandum represents a re -analysis of the project based on the new material. 1. Noise: The original concern was the possible disruption of adjacent residents due to late evening noise created by students leaving their classes. These noises include car door closings and loud voices. While a noise survey was requested, none was completed due to costs. Since the junior college has been in use for approximately 5 months, it is possible to reconsider this factor and base the determination primarily on actual experience. As of this date, the staff is not aware of substantial complaints from nearby residents regarding noise. This is probably based on two factors --hours of operation and distance. Evening classes, which are the major concern, end primarily around 9 p.m.; some classes do last until 10 p.m. Most students will depart shortly thereafter --perhaps 5 - 10 minutes later. Also, classes end at staggered times, thus reducing possible maximum noise levels. Generally, noises before 10 p.m. are not considered as being extensively disruptive. 2. Traffic/Access: In preparing the Initial Study, the staff was concerned that the former elementary school would not have adequate parking for junior college students. A second concern was the possible impact on the highway network in the area, particularly along Crest Road. Parking is permitted on the parking lot, the paved portion of the playground, and a portion of the access road. Parking on the playground is not marked; however, the college has a person directing cars. Given the additional parking area in the playground, no parking problems are anticipated. A review of past traffic counts indicates the following: 76L268- PS 4-78 • 0 TO Subject Dick Anderson ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS -- JUNIOR COT,TRGE USE IN CITY OF ROLLING HITT'S Street Crest, East of Crenshaw Crest, West of Crenshaw Crenshaw, North of Crest FROM Total Traffic 4,260 8,863 12,300 Ray Ristic Date March 17, 1981 2 Peak Hour Traffic 605 869 1,118 No. Normally it is assumed that a two lane road can carry 1,800 vehicles (both directions) at mid -block. 0n multiple lane highways, each lane can carry 1,800 vehicles per hour. A traffic count by the school district indicates that up to 101 vehicles will arrive at the school site during their peak period--6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; the highest number arriving between 6:45 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. A comparison of increased number of cars with the current usage indicates that student traffic will not occur during commuter peak traffic, which usually begins at 5 p.m. Also, all roadways will be below road capacity even if school traffic coincides with peak traffic. Data from the school district indicates most of the students reside in the area. 3. Law Enforcement: The concern with this factor was the potential increase in car break-ins due to their increased number and van- dalism to these cars. This could contribute to increased law enforcement and costs. The school district has indicated that security is provided on the La Cresta site/Administration site. During the day there is a groundsman on site. In the late afternoon/early evenings a custodian is in the area. Perhaps more importantly, there is a person hired by Los Angeles Harbor College to be on -site from 6:30 p.m. to 9:OOp.m. to assist students. Since staffing (other than instructors) is available and no substantial increase in calls has been reported, it is assumed that the junior college usage is not creating a problem. 4. Glare: The original concern under this factor was that lights from cars and parking lot lights would create a nuisance. The school site is located in a canyon area, thus headlights from cars will not create problems. In addition, school operations do not extend much beyond 10 p.m. Finally, no additional lighting in the parking lot has been provided, thus, there is no -change from current conditions. In summary, the use of the former elementary school site as a 7'6L268- PS 4-78 i • TO Dick .Anderson Subject ENVIRONMENTAL .ANALYSIS -- JUNIOR COLLEGE USE IN CITY OF ROLLING HILTuS FROM Ray Ristic Date March 17, 1981 No. 3 junior college (on a limited basis) does not constitute a significant effect on the environment and that a Negative Declaration is accept- able for any action by the City. Minor problems associated with the use could be reduced by incorporating conditions into any approvals which may be granted. Enclosure RPR:sm PALOS VERDES PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION CENTER 38 CREST ROAD WEST • ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90274 (213) 377-1511 BOARD OF EDUCATION ANN L. HINCHLIFFE, PRESIDENT ROSE LACHMAN, VICE-PRESIDENT STEPHEN K. HELLER, CLERK NEAL HERTZMANN, MEMBER PATRICIA JOHANSEN, MEMBER March 9, 1981 Mr. Ray Ristic Regional Planning Department Hall of Records 320 West Temple 13th Floor - Room 1356 Impact Analysis Section Los Angeles, CA. 90012 Dear Mr. Ristic: ADMINISTRATION CLAUDE E. NORCROSS SUPERINTENDENT JACK H. RANKIN ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR EDUCATION WILLIAM K. VAN ROOYEN ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR BUSINESS JAMES L. WATERS ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR PERSONNEL This letter is written in response to your request on behalf of the City of Rolling Hills for a focused Environmental Impact Report. Environmental issues to be addressed are traffic, security, and addresses of students attending Harbor College classes at La Cresta. The noise aspect of the report is not addressed because of the cost factors ...involved .ln .the 'a'tudy. A) TRAFFIC 0n February 17 and 18, 1981, a count of the number of vehicles arriving at the La Cresta School site was re- corded. The results are as follows: Time Period 6:30 to 6:45 p.m. 6:45 to 7:00 p.m. 7:00 to 7:15 p.m. 7:15 to 7:30 p.m. Total 2/17/81 29 33 L= 15 2 79 2/18/81 25 38 32 6 101 Page 2 Mr. Ray Ristic A) TRAFFIC (cont.) During this period of.time, it was also observed that 25 to 30 percent of the vehicles had more than one occupant. Finally it was observed that 3 or 4 vehicles were filled to capacity, (4 or 5 individuals), who were dropped off at the La Cresta site. The vehicle and driver then departed. B) SECURITY The following schedule identifies the security provided to the La Cresta site/Administration site. 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (weekdays): A groundsman arrives at 6:00 a.m. and opens locked gate adjacent to Crest Road. A second gate which is midway between the entrance at Crest Road and the La Cresta site is also opened. The groundsman then performs his/her job responsibilites on the La Cresta/Administration sites. 3:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (weekdays): At 3:30 p.m. a custodian arrives to provide custodial services at the Administration site until 11:00 p.m. From 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. a person has been hired by L.A. Harbor College to help direct traffic and assist people attending Harbor College classes at the La Cresta site. At 9:00 p.m. a custodian arrives at La Cresta to perform the custodial services for the site. This indi- vidual leaves at 11:00 p.m. and the gate midway between the entrance to the La Cresta site (off Crest Road) is locked. Also the gate adjacent to Crest Road is locked. 11:00 p.m, to 6:00 a.m. (weekdays): During this period of time, an unarmed security guard is on duty at the Administration site. He provides security for the Administration site, Maintenance yard, and the La Cresta site. Weekends: From 11:00 p.m. Friday to 6:00 a.m. Monday, unarmed secur- ity guards are assigned to the Administration/La Cresta site for security purposes. Finally, it should be noted that the Administration/La Cresta site is also monitored by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The Sheriff's Department is the agency that has been contacted when problems arise and also when investigations are necessary to followup or report crimes. Page 3 Mr. Ray Ristic COMPOSITION OF STUDENTS ATTENDING HARBOR COLLEGE CLASSES AT LA CRESTA SCHOOL Attached marked Exhibit A are the results of a survey com- pleted by Harbor College addressing those students with Palos Verdes zip code (90274) addresses. Note that the student attendance from the 90274 zip code varies from over 85 percent to a low of 33 percent with an average of approx- imately 60 percent. I hope this information will be helpful. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, William Van Rooyen Assistant Superintendent for Business CC: Jody Murdock Planning Commission City of Rolling Hills Teena Clifton City of Rolling Hills Michael Gegna L.A. Harbor College • • LosAngelesHarborCollege • 1111 FIGUEROA PLACE • WILMINGTON, CALIFORNIA 90744 • (213) 518-1000 March 5, 1981 Mr. Bill Van Rooyen Assistant Superintendent Business Palos Verdes. Unified District Office 38 Crest Road Rolling Hills, CA 90274 Dear Bill: Enclosed is the random sample selected from some of our class offerings at La Cresta. The selection was made with absolutely no attempt to manipulate percents of students from the area. It appears that the student attendance from 90274 fluctuates from over 85 percent to a low of 33 percent with an approximate 60 percent average from Palos Verdes home addresses. Sincerely, Michael Gegna, Coordinator Community Services Office • EXHIBIT A PERSONAL SAFETY PERCENTAGE FROM 90274 AREA 90274 90731 90501 90505 90732 90717 62% 23 6 " 1 2 1 3 90248 1 INVESTMENTS 90274 90277 90732 90731 90710 90744 55% 18 1 6 5 2 • 1 ESTATE PLANNING 90274 90710 90731 90501 25 5 2 1 MAGIC 66% 90731 90274 90733 90717 • 90732 90502 33%, 3 4 1 1 1 1 90808 1 DANCERCIZE 90732 90731 90277 90274 90505 3 4 2. 16 1 62% ACUPRESSURE I 90731 90278 90710 90277 90274 90717 38% 2 1 1 1 11 6 90745 90744 2 2 THRILL SHOPPING 90274 90731 90505 90502 85% 17 1 1 1 CAREER PLANNING 90274 90504 90717 90710 60% 9 1 2 3 EXHIBIT A • • PERCENTAGE FROM THE TOTAL YOU --FOR WOMEN 90274 AREA 90274 90731 90717 90277 • 10 1 2 1 MONEY DOCTOR 71% 90731 90274 90277 90732• 90745 90717 52% 4 12 1 2 2 2 TEAR GAS 90274 90731 90717 90732 90254 90503 20 5 5 3 1 1 F. STOP PHOTO 57% 90274- 90737 90732 90731 90746 90710 54% • 19 2 4 4 . 1 2 90504 -90264 1 . 1 - In the sample, the percentage of attendance from 90274 ranged from 33 percent to 85 percent with an average for the 12 classes sampled of 57.92 percent.