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NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT
DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
CITY COUNCIL
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the City
Council of the City of Rolling Hills scheduled for Monday, July 13, 1998, was
adjourned due to lack of quorum. The next regular meeting will be held on
Monday, July 27, 1998, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, at City
Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
Dated this 13th day of July, 1998.
Marilyn L. Kern
Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS )
MARILYN L. KERN, being first duly sworn, deposes and says: That she
is the duly appointed Deputy City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and that on July
13, 1998, she caused the above Notice to be posted on the door of Rolling Hills City
Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
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MARILYN L. KERN
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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MINUTES -OF A
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
JULY 27,1998
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by
Mayor Hill at 7:33 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend
Road, Rolling Hills, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Lay, Murdock, Pernell and Mayor Hill.
Councilmembers Absent: Heinsheimer (excused).
Others Present: Craig R. Nealis, City Manager.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Lola Ungar, Planning Director.
Larry Courtright, City Treasurer.
Marilyn L. Kern, Deputy City Clerk.
Captain Beth Dickinson, Los Angeles County
Sheriff's Department, Lomita Station.
Captain Ed Hitchcock, Los Angeles County
Sheriff's Department, Lomita Station.
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 - Regular Meeting of June 22, 1998.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
b. Payment of Bills 7 / 13 / 98 and 7 / 27 / 98.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Financial Statement for the month of June, 1998.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
d. BFI Recycling Tonnage Reports for May and June, 1998.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
e. Southern California Gas Company Notice of Proposed Rate Increase,
Application No. 98-06-033 filed with the California Public Utilities
Commission.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
f. Authorization to complete landscaping irrigation repairs at the Tennis
Courts.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
Councilmember Murdock moved that the City Council approve the recommendations in
the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried
unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
PRESENTATION OF A PLAQUE TO CAPTAIN ELIZABETH A. DICKINSON, LOS
ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT COMMANDER, LOMITA
STATION, IN APPRECIATION FOR EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SAFETY.
Mayor Hill presented a plaque to Captain Dickinson on behalf of the City Council for her
excellence in public safety. Captain Dickinson introduced Captain Ed Hitchcock who has
been selected as the next Captain of Lomita Station.
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Mayor Hill indicated that a number of people were present to discuss New Business
Agenda Item No. 9-A and requested that this item be considered at this time. Hearing no
objection, Mayor Hill so ordered.
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM THE ROLLING HILLS TENNIS CLUB
REGARDING PROPOSED LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE TENNIS
COURTS AND A REQUEST FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR PATIO
FURNITURE FOR THE GAZEBO AREA.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the Tennis Club's request and
background relative to the original construction, lighting and landscaping of the tennis
courts. City Manager Nealis reported that the Tennis Club has also requested funds for the
replacement of the patio furniture in the gazebo area and that adaquate funds are included
in the FY 1998-99 Budget for this furniture. He also presented photographs of the
melaleuca trees and the existing furniture.
Discussion ensued regarding the original construction, lighting and landscaping of the
tennis courts. Councilmember Pernell indicated that he was the Chair of the Planning
Commission when the tennis courts were first being considered and said that at that time
there was discussion regarding light and noise which lead to an agreement that court
number one would remain unlighted. Councilmembers concurred that a balance between
the Tennis Club and the neighboring property owner's concerns should be maintained.
Mayor Hill called upon those in attendance that wish to express their thoughts regarding
this matter.
Mr. Walter Gage, 3 Acacia Road, stated that he experienced the process of the original
construction of the lighted tennis courts. He stated that he is opposed to the removal of
the melaleuca trees because it is his understanding that the melaleuca trees were originally
planted to screen the lighted courts from neighboring properties and that if the trees are
removed, and then subsequently the remaining shrubbery at the courts or on neighboring
property were trimmed or removed, then the courts would be exposed. He indicated that
he visited the courts and spoke with several tennis players that indicated that they felt that
the debris from the melaleuca trees was not a problem and could be swept away. Mr. Gage
suggested that if the melaleuca trees were removed that an extension to the existing
screening fence could be constructed. Mr. Gage also expressed concern for noise and
abusive language by some tennis players.
Mr. Joe Hummel, Tennis Club Facilities and Equipment Chair, stated that the primary
concern of the Club is that the debris from the melaleuca trees may cause a potential safety
problem. He stated that he understands the concerns of the neighbors, however, feels that
if the melaleuca trees were removed that the existing trees and shrubbery at the courts and
on the neighboring properties provides enough screening. He explained the shields that
have been installed on the lights to deflect light downward onto the courts.
Mr. Donovan Black, Tennis Club President, stated that the Club has developed an Ad Hoc
Rules and Regulations Committee to address noise and other issues of the courts. He
suggested that neighboring property owners assist the Club in determining the dates and
times of the noise and using abusive language so the Club can better address those
responsible.
Councilmembers discussed the concerns raised and the various options for screening noise
and lights. Mayor Hill suggested that the Club and neighboring property owners get
together and discuss the issues relating to this matter and bring a proposal to the City
Council that would mutually benefit both groups.
Ms. Hilliary Post, 1 Acacia Road, suggested that in lieu of removing the melaleuca trees
that the courts be cleaned more often.
Councilmembers elected to conduct a field trip to view the tennis court lights from 3
Acacia Road on Monday, August 10, 1998 and continued consideration of this matter to the
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City Council meeting to be held on Monday, August 24, 1998. The City Council directed
that the representatives of the Club and the adjoining property owners meet at City Hall to
discuss alternatives regarding the trees for presentation to the City Council.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 98-14: A RESOLUTION 'OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
A CABANA AND APPROVING A REQUEST FOR MODIFICATIONS TO AN
APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION TO PERMIT THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A CABANA THAT REQUIRES INCREASED GRADING AT
A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT IN ZONING CASE NO. 579.
Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cole Shoemaker, 18 Eastfield Drive (Lot 69 -A -EF)
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background regarding the
applicants' request and Planning Commission action relative to Zoning Case No. 579.
Hearing no discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion.
Councilmember Pernell moved that the City Council receive and file Resolution No. 98-
14. Councilmember Murdock seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those
Councilmembers in attendance.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-15: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT AN
ENCROACHMENT INTO THE SOUTH SIDE YARD SETBACK TO CONSTRUCT
AN ATTACHED GARAGE AND GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL
TO CONVERT AN EXISTING GARAGE TO RESIDENTIAL USES, TO CONSTRUCT
ADDITIONS AND TO CONSTRUCT A NEW ATTACHED GARAGE THAT
REQUIRES GRADING FOR AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN
ZONING CASE NO. 580.
Dr. and Mrs. Edward Woerz, 8 Possum Ridge Road (Lot 112-RH)
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background regarding the
applicants' request and Planning Commission action relative to Zoning Case No. 580.
Hearing no discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion.
Councilmember Lay moved that the City Council receive and file Resolution No. 98-15.
Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those
Councilmembers in attendance.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-16: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO
THE FRONT YARD SETBACK TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TRELLIS
ATTACHED TO A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 581.
Mr. and Mrs. B. Allen Lay, 9 Caballeros Road (Lot 19 -SK)
Councilmember Lay stated that he will abstain from consideration of this Zoning Case and
left the Council Chambers. City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing
background regarding the applicants' request and Planning Commission action relative to
Zoning Case No. 581. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion.
Councilmember Pernell moved that the City Council receive and file Resolution No. 98-
16. Councilmember Murdock seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those
Councilmembers in attendance.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS
CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC
COMMISSION RELATIVE TO FY 1998-99 BID SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUEST
FOR PROPOSAL FOR STRIPING AND MARKING OF VARIOUS ROADWAYS
WITHIN THE CITY.
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City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the Traffic Commission's
recommendation relative to the bid specifications and request for proposal for the FY 1998-
99 striping and marking of major thoroughfares and the City Hall parking lot. In response
to Councilmember Pernell, City Manager Nealis explained the coordination between the
City striping and marking project and the RHCA resurfacing of roadways. Hearing no
further discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion.
Councilmember Murdock moved that the City Council approve the bid specifications and
authorize staff to advertise for this project. Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion
which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 846: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE CITY
TO BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CONGESTION MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM (CMP) AND ADOPTING THE CMP LOCAL IMPLEMENTATION
REPORT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 65089.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background regarding the
Congestion Management Program. Mayor Hill opened the public hearing and called for
testimony. Hearing none and no discussion, Mayor Hill closed the public hearing and
called for a motion.
Councilmember Lay moved that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 846.
Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those
Councilmembers in attendance.
OLD BUSINESS
CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES
REQUESTING PERMISSION TO UTILIZE THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS' LOGO IN
CONNECTION WITH A BANNER DISPLAY PROGRAM IN THE COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report indicating that this matter has been
forwarded to the City of Rolling Hills Estates Economic Development Committee. He
reported that an alternative program may be presented by the City of Rolling Hills Estates
in the future.
Councilmember Murdock moved that the City Council receive and file the
correspondence from the City of Rolling Hills Estates. Councilmember Pernell seconded
the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, TO APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDED AND
RESTATED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE SOUTH BAY CITIES
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (A JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY) PROVIDING
FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INACTIVE MEMBERSHIP STATUS AND
MODIFYING THE AUTHORITY'S QUORUM REQUIREMENT.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report indicating that the proposed amendment
would establish a new standard for a quorum and establish an "inactive" member status.
City Manger Nealis indicated that in order to return to an "active", status, a member's
representative or alternate must be present at least every third month. Hearing no
discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion.
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Councilmember Lay moved that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 847.
Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried . unanimously by those
Councilmembers in attendance.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
None.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
• Councilmember Pernell reported on his attendance at the 25th Anniversary
Celebration for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. He also commented on the recent
completion of the painting, countertops, drapery and floor covering improvements to
City Hall. City Manager Nealis reported that improvements to the Council Chambers
will be brought before the City Council in the future.
• Councilmember Lay reported on correspondence received from Rancho Palos Verdes
Mayor Barbara Ferraro regarding the increase in air traffic noise from low flights over
the Peninsula from Los Angeles International Airport. Staff was directed to draft
correspondence supporting Mayor Ferraro's efforts in this regard.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
None.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
None.
ADIOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Hill adjourned the meeting in
memory of long time resident Harry Keegan, at 8:55 p.m., to the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the City Council to be held on Monday, August 10, 1998, in the City Council
Chambers, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA 90274.
Approved,
Doi
Frank E. Hill
Mayor
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Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn L. K rn
Deputy City Clerk
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