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MINUTES OF
AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
NOVEMBER 13, 2001
CALL TO ORDER
An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to
order by Mayor Murdock at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese
Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Hill, Pernell and Mayor Murdock.
Councilmembers Absent: Heinsheimer and Mayor Pro Tem Lay (excused).
Others Present: Craig Nealis, City Manager.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz, Principal Planner.
Marilyn Kern, Deputy City Clerk.
Captain Jay Zuanich, 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 - Meeting of October 22, 2001.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
b. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Notice of Completion for the Exterior Painting of City Hall Project.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
Councilmember Hill moved that the City Council approve the recommendations in the
Consent Calendar. Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
ZONING CASE NO. 596B (MOD. #2)
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-19. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING MODIFICATION NO. 2 TO PLANNING
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 99-15 AND RESOLUTION NO. 2001-05 APPROVING
A VARIANCE REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT RETAINING WALLS WHICH ENCROACH
INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AND WHICH ARE LOCATED ALONG THE
EXISTING DRIVEWAY, AND DENYING A VARIANCE REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A
DECORATIVE WALL WHICH WOULD ENCROACH INTO THE SIDE YARD
SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 60 EASTFIELD DRIVE
IN ZONING CASE NO. 596B (MOD. #2).
Mr. Robert Wolfenden, 60 Eastfield Drive (Lot 104-A & 105)
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report highlighting that this case was continued from
the October 22, 2001, City Council meeting so that staff could determine whether the
Community Association had approved the height of one of the retaining walls included in the
application. He indicated that a memorandum from RHCA Manager Peggy Minor had been
received today and that it has been placed before the Council this evening. He stated that the
RHCA has approved the height of the "as -built" walls.
City Manager Nealis also reported that the applicant is considering appealing the denial of a
Variance request to construct a decorative wall that would encroach into the side yard setback.
In response to Councilmember Pernell, City Attorney Jenkins indicated that an appeal of the
denial portion of this request would allow the City Council to review the complete application.
After brief discussion, Councilmember Hill moved that the City Council receive and file
Resolution 2001-19. Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried unanimously
by those Councilmembers in attendance.
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ZONING CASE NO. 637
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-20. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR
GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE, GUEST
HOUSE, POOL AND A FUTURE STABLE; GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO CONSTRUCT A GUEST HOUSE; GRANTING A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH
WITH A 4 FOOT HIGH RETAINING WALL INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AND
GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE GUEST HOUSE TO ENCROACH TEN
FEET INTO THE REQUIRED SIDE YARD SETBACK AT 1 SAGEBRUSH LANE IN
ZONING CASE NO 637.
Mr. Tony Fan,1 Sagebrush Lane (Lot 100-A-2-RH)
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report indicating that this case was continued from
the October 22, 2001 City Council meeting so that staff could verify how the applicant
determined the net lot area and disturbed area calculations for the subject property. City
Manager Nealis reported that the private driveway that dissects this property had been
excluded from the net lot area as required by the Municipal Code, but had not been calculated
as disturbed. He stated that staff also learned that the portion of the property along the
northerly property line where a 25 foot easement exists was not excluded from the net lot area
as required by the Municipal Code, both of which had an impact on the lot calculations. He
stated that in discussing this with the applicant's representative, the applicant is planning on
amending this application and seeking a reduction of an easement from the Rolling Hills
Community Association which could have an impact on the calculations for this project. City
Manager Nealis recommended that the City Council take this case under jurisdiction and
remand this Zoning Case back to the Planning Commission for review of the amended
application.
Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Murdock called for a motion.
Councilmember Pernell moved that the City Council take jurisdiction of Zoning Case No. 637
and remand it back to the Planning Commission for consideration. Councilmember Hill
seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance.
ZONING CASE NO. 640
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-23. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT
ENCROACHMENT INTO THE SOUTH SIDE YARD SETBACK TO CONSTRUCT A
GARAGE ADDITION, AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 3 Mr. &
Mrs. Ian MacLeod, 3 Middleridge Lane South (Lot 253 -B -UR)
Principal Planner Schwartz presented the staff report outlining the applicants' request to
construct a 156 sq. ft. addition to the garage area that would encroach 6 feet into the south side
yard setback and provided background regarding the property as well as Planning
Commission action relative to Zoning Case No. 640.
Hearing no discussion or objection, Mayor Murdock called for a motion.
Councilmember Pernell moved that the City Council receive and file Resolution No. 2001-23.
Councilmember Hill seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those
Councilmembers in attendance.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Murdock requested that consideration of an agreement between the City and Palos
Verdes Peninsula Unified School District be considered at this time. Hearing no objection this
was so ordered.
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CONSIDERATION OF A THIRD AMENDED AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AND THE PALOS VERDES PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the School District's plans to
introduce adult education programs at their Rancho del Mar facility in the City. He also
provided information regarding the agreement that had been prepared by the City Attorney
relating to education activities at the site. City Manager Nealis also reported that four portable
classrooms would be erected during renovations at the facility and that two of those would
remain. In response to Councilmember Pernell, City Manager Nealis explained that the
portable classrooms would be located to the southwest of the existing school facility. City
Manager Nealis indicated that correspondence had been received from Mrs. Christa Hawkins,
37 Crest Road West, expressing concern regarding the proposed adult education programs
and the agreement.
Discussion ensued regarding classes being offered during the evening hours. Councilmember
Pernell commended the District on their willingness to work and communicate with the City
regarding this issue. Councilmember Pernell expressed concern that activity from the evening
adult classes might have an effect on Rolling Hills residents that live in the area. City Manager
Nealis explained that the District has indicated that no students would remain at the facility
after 9:30 p.m. Discussion ensued regarding establishing a lower number of adult students
after 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
In response to Mayor Murdock, City Attorney Jenkins indicated that previous agreements
with the District had time limits and explained the provision in the agreement that either party
could terminate the agreement with proper notice. Discussion ensued regarding issues that
may arise from the evening class activity and concurred that a clause could be added to the
agreement that would establish a requirement to meet and discuss any issues that may arise
from the new use on the property.
In response to Councilmember Hill, City Attorney Jenkins explained the provision in the
agreement that the District will be required to offer the property to the City and other public
agencies pursuant to State law should the District decide to sell all or a portion of the lot.
Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Murdock continued this item to the next regular
meeting of the City Council scheduled to be held on Monday, November 26, 2001. Staff was
directed to further discuss the number of students permitted during the evening hours of
operation of the adult school with the School District and the "meet and discuss" clause
proposal.
CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY MUNIFINANCIAL TO ASSIST IN
PREPARATION OF RULE 20A NON -ASSESSMENT UNDERGROUND UTILITY
DISTRICT TO REMOVE 6 UTILITY POLES ALONG CREST ROAD.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background regarding the proposed
Rule 20A non -assessment underground utility district along Crest Road. He also presented
the proposal from MuniFinancial to assist the City in the establishment of this non -assessment
underground utility district. City Manager Nealis explained Edison's requirement that Rule
20A Funds be used for the undergrounding of utilities on major roadways.
Councilmember Pernell commented on the fact that individuals may undertake the
undergrounding of utilities in their own neighborhoods.
Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Murdock called for a motion.
Councilmember Pernell moved that the City Council accept the proposal and direct staff and
the City Attorney to return with an agreement incorporating the proposed contract services
between the City and MuniFinancial.
CONSIDERATION OF DATES FOR A CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING
COMMISSION JOINT MEETING.
This item was continued to the next regular meeting of the City Council scheduled to be held
on Monday, November 26, 2001.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
Mr. Bertram Balch, 6 Hackamore Road, commented on undergrounding of utility poles. City
Manager Nealis explained Edison's requirement that Rule 20A Funds be used for the
undergrounding of utilities on major roadways and also explained the rationale of the
Subcommittee to recommend that the Rule 20A funds be used to underground these specific
poles on Crest Road.
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MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Murdock welcomed all in attendance at the meeting and introduced her
granddaughters Sarah and Shannon Rooney who were in attendance.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
City Manager Nealis indicated that if there were no objections, that staff would respond to the
e-mail sent by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce indicating that the City
Council would be in favor of keeping the 310 area code.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
None.
ADIOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Murdock adjourned the meeting
at 7:15 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council to be held on Monday,
November 26, 2001 in the City Council Chambers, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road,
Rolling Hills, California.
Approved,
Jody Mc
Mayor
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Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn L. Kern
Deputy City Clerk
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