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4/13/1998MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA APRIL43;1998 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills -was called to order by Mayor Lay at 7:30 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Heinsheimer, Murdock, Mayor Pro Tem Hill and Mayor Lay. Councilmembers Absent: Pernell (excused). Others Present: Craig R. Nealis, City Manager. Lola Ungar, Planning Director. Marilyn L. Kern, Deputy City Clerk. CONSENT CALENDAR Matters which may be acted upon by the City Council in a single motion. Any Councilmember may request removal of any item from the Consent Calendar causing it to be considered under Council Actions. a. Minutes - March 23, 1998. RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented. b. Payment of Bills. RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented. C. Status report regarding SB 1156, multi -family rental housing. RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file. d. Consideration of proposal for tree trimming maintenance at the City Hall and east side of tennis courts adjacent to Portuguese Bend Road. RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented. e. Correspondence from the U.S. Department Of Transportation - Federal Aviation Administration announcing a meeting to consider aviation noise and quality of life issues. RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented. Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the recommendations in the Consent Calendar. Mayor Pro Tem Hill seconded the motion which carried unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS None. TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION REGARDING A REQUEST FROM THE SOUTH COAST CHAPTER OF THE CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY FOR A GARDEN TOUR AT 4 APPALOOSA LANE AND 24 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the Traffic Commission's recommended approval of the request from the South Coast Chapter of. the California Native Plant Society to conduct the garden tour. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Lay called for a motion. Minutes City Council Meeting 04/13/98 -1- Councilmember Murdock moved that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Traffic Commission as presented. Councilmember Heinsheimer seconded the motion which carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION FOR A MINOR TRAFFIC WARNING SIGN ON GEORGEFF ROAD AT THE INTERSECTION OF GEORGEFF ROAD AND EL CONCHO LANE. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the Traffic Commission's recommended approval of a traffic warning sign on Georgeff Road at the intersection of El Concho Lane. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Lay called for a motion. Councilmember Murdock moved that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Traffic Commission as presented. Mayor Pro Tem Hill seconded the motion which carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION FOR A VEHICLE ADVISORY TRAFFIC SIGN ON PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD JUST SOUTH OF RANCHERO ROAD. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the Traffic Commission's recommended approval of an advisory traffic sign on Portuguese Bend Road just south of Ranchero Road. Hearing no objection, Mayor Lay called for a motion. Councilmember Murdock moved that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Traffic Commission as presented. Mayor Pro Tem Hill seconded the motion which carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS ZONING CASE NO. 566, SUBDIVISION NO. 82 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 21400; A REQUEST TO MODIFY A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 3 -LOT SUBDIVISION OF LAND AT LOT 85-RH, AND CURRENTLY, 10 PINE TREE LANE, ROLLING HILLS, CA, AN EXISTING LOT THAT HAS ONE RESIDENTIAL UNIT, TO BE IMPLEMENTED BY MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM HASSOLDT. LOT 85- RH CONSISTS OF 7.826 ACRES GROSS TO BE DIVIDED INTO THREE PARCELS AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1 - 2.78 ACRES GROSS, 2.07 ACRES NET; PARCEL 2 - 2.58 ACRES GROSS, 2.07 ACRES NET; AND PARCEL 3 - 2.47 ACRES GROSS, 2.01 ACRES NET. THE MODIFICATION REQUEST RELATES TO CURRENTLY REQUIRED ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background, Planning Commission action and current status of Zoning Case No. 566. Councilmembers discussed the Planning Commission's recommendation to develop the roadway and safety issues related to the roadway. City Manager Nealis explained the Planning Commission's actions and public testimony taken at the various public hearings held regarding the proposed modification to Pine Tree Lane. He indicated that it was the consensus of the applicant and other Pine Tree Lane residents attending the public hearing as well as the Planning Commission that the trees, shrubs• and driveway improvements along Pine Tree Lane should not be disturbed. He also said that the applicant is proposing to not widen Pine Tree Lane beyond 18 feet in any location and that the minor widening would be completed in 3 locations totaling 330 feet where no impacts to driveways, trees or shrubs would occur. Mayor Lay opened the public hearing and called for testimony. Mr. Gary Wynn, Wynn Engineering, Inc., explained the roadway modifications and provided a brief history regarding the applicants' request to modify the roadway requirements to their subdivision request. He stated that the applicants are anxious to record their tentative parcel map. Mr. Wynn presented photographs of the existing roadway and pointed out on the plans areas where existing Eucalyptus and Pine Trees would be affected by the currently required roadway improvements. He also stated that driveways, water meters and other improvements on properties along Pine Tree Lane may Minutes City Council Meeting 04/13/98 -2- F L 1 be impacted by widening the roadway to 24 feet as originally required. He explained the survey work completed to verify the trees and improvements that would be affected if the roadway remained at 24 feet in width for the entire length. Discussion ensued regarding the number, of potential home sites on Pine Tree Lane due to proposed subdivisions. Mayor Lay announced that he would like to continue consideration of Zoning Case No. 566 until after those in the audience wishing to speak at Open Agenda had done so. OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME • Marshall Mouw, President of the Los Angeles County Division of the League of California Cities, introduced himself to the City Council and provided an overview of the League's activities. PUBLIC HEARINGS ZONING CASE NO. 566, SUBDIVISION NO. 82 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 21400; A REQUEST TO MODIFY A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 3 -LOT SUBDIVISION OF LAND AT LOT 85-RH, AND CURRENTLY, 10 PINE TREE LANE, ROLLING HILLS, CA, AN EXISTING LOT THAT HAS ONE RESIDENTIAL UNIT, TO BE IMPLEMENTED BY MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM HASSOLDT. LOT 85- RH CONSISTS OF 7.826 ACRES GROSS TO BE DIVIDED INTO THREE PARCELS AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1 - 2.78 ACRES GROSS, 2.07 ACRES NET; PARCEL 2 - 2.58 ACRES GROSS, 2.07 ACRES NET; AND PARCEL 3 - 2.47 ACRES GROSS, 2.01 ACRES NET. THE MODIFICATION REQUEST RELATES TO CURRENTLY REQUIRED ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS. Mayor Lay returned to consideration of Zoning Case No. 566 and called for further testimony. Mrs. Judith Hassoldt, applicant, commented on the Planning Commission field trip and the support from her neighbors for keeping the ambiance of Pine Tree Lane rather than widening it as originally required. Mrs. Hassoldt also explained the previous plan. Dr. Martin Goldberg, 6 Pine Tree Lane, expressed his support for the -Hassoldts' efforts to maintain the ambiance of Pine Tree Lane and read from his letter to the City Council dated April 13, 1998. He stated that he has lived on Pine Tree Lane since 1977 and that he has not witnessed any accidents on the roadway. Dr. Goldberg also commented on the Los Angeles County Fire Department's concern for the applicant's proposal. Discussion ensued regarding the location of the fire hydrants on Pine Tree Lane. Mr. Gary Wynn, applicant's representative, pointed out on the plan the location of the fire hydrants. Councilmember Heinsheimer explained the Fire Department's responsibility in reviewing roadway modifications in the City. Mrs. Patty Wicks, 1 Pine Tree Lane, commented on the Fire Department's concern for the proposed roadway plan and expressed her support for the applicants' efforts to maintain the ambiance of Pine Tree Lane. Mrs. Patty Goren, 20 Reata Lane, expressed her support for the applicants' efforts to maintain the ambiance of Pine Tree Lane. Mr. Dave Wagman, 3 Pine Tree Lane, expressed her support for the applicants' efforts to maintain the ambiance of Pine Tree Lane. Battalion Chief Dennis Ware, Los Angeles County Fire Department, presented the Fire Department's recommendation that Pine Tree Lane be improved to a minimum of 20 feet of paved road and widened to 26 feet at each fire hydrant with decomposed granite for 50 feet. He explained the concerns of the Fire Department regarding the ingress and egress of emergency vehicles as well as for evacuation of residents during an emergency. Minutes City Council Meeting 04/13/98 -3- Discussion ensued regarding the Fire Department's recommendation. In response to the City Council, Captain John Jacobs and Fire Inspector Mitch Diehl, Los Angeles County Fire Department, explained how the Department's equipment accesses fire hydrants and other apparatus and methods used by the Department in fighting a fire. Mr. Don Crocker, 14 Cinching Road, commented on a fire which destroyed his home and a number of other homes in the City in 1976. He expressed concern for the combustible mature Pine trees on Pine Tree Lane. Mr. William Hassoldt, applicant, commented on the meetings held with the Fire Department and staff to determine a compromise in the roadway width and further explained the proposed improvements to Pine Tree Lane. Mr. Charles Raine, Caballeros representative, commented on trail access in the area of Pine Tree Lane. Mrs. Hassoldt pointed out on a plan where each property on Pine Tree Lane could access a local trail. Elizabeth Burns, 26 Portuguese Bend Road, commented on trail access. She described an incident as she was walking her horse along Pine Tree Lane and encountered a fast moving vehicle. Councilmembers and those in attendance discussed potential solutions to meet the applicant's desires and Fire Department concerns. Further discussion ensued regarding the number of additional homes that may be built due to proposed subdivisions in the area. Councilmember Heinsheimer suggested that the applicant consider moving the fire hydrants to accommodate better Fire Department access and that the fire hydrant locations should be consistent with the minor roadway widening. Discussion ensued regarding the future maintenance of the roadway and decomposed granite areas by the Rolling Hills Community Association. Mr. Gary Wynn, applicants' representative indicated that the Community Association has deferred to the City regarding the roadway improvements. Mr. Don Crocker, Member of the RHCA Board of Directors, stated the Community Association was under the impression that the roadway improvements would be approved by the Fire Department. Councilmembers concurred that they would like to view the proposed improvements in the field. The applicants were requested to create a plan for review at a field trip meeting depicting a roadway that would maintain Pine Tree Lane's ambiance while meeting the Fire Department's standards at the fire hydrants. Staff was directed to research with the City Attorney what the City's liability would be if the roadway did not meet the recommendations of the Fire Department. Staff was also directed to review with the Community Association the maintenance of the material used in the areas widened at the fire hydrants. Hearing no further discussion or objection, Mayor Lay continued consideration of Zoning Case No. 566 to an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council to be held on Thursday, April 23, 1998, beginning at 8:00 a.m., for the purpose of conducting a field review of proposed roadway modifications on Pine Tree Lane. RECESS Mayor Lay recessed the meeting at 9:25 p.m. RECONVENE Mayor Lay reconvened the meeting at 9:35 p.m. Minutes City Council Meeting 04/13/98 -4- 1 OLD BUSINESS CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR A ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN METRICOM, INC. AND THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS FOR THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION;. AND MAINTENANCE OF WIRELESS DIGITAL COMMUNICATION RADMOS"WITkIN THE LIMITS OF THE CITY. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Lay called for a motion. Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve a one year extension of time to the agreement between Metricom, Inc. and the City of Rolling Hills. Councilmember Hill seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Staff was directed to prepare a Resolution memorializing this action for consideration at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council. NEW BUSINESS CONSIDERATION OF STAFF REPORT RELATING TO MATTERS REQUESTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND CORRESPONDENCE FROM ROLLING HILLS RESIDENT DR. CARROLL J. BELLIS REGARDING LANDSLIDE MORATORIUM IN RANCHO PALOS VERDES. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background regarding this issue, including the process and timeline that the City of Rancho Palos Verdes will undertake to review the feasibility study for the landslide remediation project and potential moratorium exclusion, comments from the City Attorney relative to conflict of interest matters, liability insurance coverage through the CJPIA and comments from Los Angeles County relative to independent geological review of the project. Mayor Lay requested comments from the public. Ms. Cathy Nichols, 14 Crest Road West, urged the City Council to have an independent review of the proposed project being considered by Rancho Palos Verdes. She provided background regarding landslide issues in Rancho Palos Verdes. Mr. Bill Griffin, 5 Ginger Root Lane, Rancho Palos Verdes, provided maps and explanations of various landslide areas in Rancho Palos Verdes and their proximity to Rolling Hills. Mr. Don Crocker, 14 Cinchring Road/Member of the RHCA Board of Directors, presented a draft letter dated, April 13, 1998, from the RHCA requesting that the City obtain a bid from the County Engineer for a review of the proposed Rancho Palos Verdes project's impact on properties within the City of Rolling Hills on behalf of Rolling Hills residents. He stated that the RCHA may be willing to pay the costs associated with this County Engineer review. Councilmember Heinsheimer requested that Mr. Crocker prepare a final draft of the letter on RHCA letterhead and return it to the City. Dr. and Mrs. Arvel Witte, 5 Quail Ridge Road South, urged the City Council to have the County conduct an independent review of the proposed project's impact on properties in Rolling Hills. Dr. Witte suggested that the City Council may wish to request the support from Rancho Palos Verdes for an independent County Engineer review. Dr. Witte also commented on the destruction of natural habitat associated with the proposed project in Rancho Palos Verdes. Discussion ensued regarding Dr. Witte's comments regarding requesting support from Rancho Palos Verdes. Mayor Lay urged interested homeowners in Rolling Hills to approach the City of Rancho Palos Verdes regarding their concerns. Mr. Al Esser, 71 Crest Road East, provided an explanation of drainage issues relating to landslides and presented a photograph depicting erosion in areas of Rolling Hills and Rancho Palos Verdes. He urged that the City Council obtain the services of an Engineer to conduct an independent review of the subject project. Minutes City Council Meeting 04/ 13/ 98 =5— Mr. Carl Price, 1 Quail Ridge Road South, commented on the support of Rancho Palos Verdes residents relative to the Rancho Palos Verdes psroject. Hearing no objection, Mayor Lay indicated that he would approach Mayor Barbara Ferraro to schedule a meeting to discuss matters of mutual concern relating to this subject. CONSIDERATION OF STAFF REPORT REGARDING AB 1776, SB 2001 AND SB 1723 RELATING TO THE REPEAL OF VEHICLE LICENSE FEES. Staff was directed to prepare correspondence opposing AB 1776, SB 2001 and SB 1723 for the Mayor's signature. MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL None. MATTERS FROM STAFF None. MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY None. ADJOURNMENT Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Lay adjourned the meeting at 10:40 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council to be held on Thursday, April 23, 1998, beginning at 8:00 a.m., for the purpose of conducting a field review of proposed roadway modifications on Pine Tree Lane in conjunction with a 3 -lot subdivision at 10 Pine Tree Lane, Rolling Hills, California. Approved, Mayor Respectfully submitted, k —LP Marilyn L. Kefn Deputy City Clerk 1 Minutes City Council Meeting 04/13/98 -6-