7/25/2005MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
JULY 25, 2005
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor
Pernell at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road,
Rolling Hills, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Hill, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Pernell.
Councilmembers Absent: Heinsheimer and Black (excused).
Others Present: Craig Nealis, City Manager.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director.
Marilyn Kern, Deputy City Clerk.
Lt. Greg Ahn, LASD, 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 July 11, 2005.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
b. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Financial Statement with the Investment Report for the month of June, 2005.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
d. Consideration of a request from The Women's Community Club of Rolling Hills
for allocation of the FY 2005/06 allocation to the Palos Verdes Land
Conservancy.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented/provide direction.
e. BFI Recycling Tonnage Report for June, 2005.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
Mayor Pro Tem Lay moved that the City Council approve the recommendations in the
Consent Calendar. Councilmember Hill seconded the motion, which carried unanimously by
those Councilmembers in attendance.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-20. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE TO
ENCROACH WITH AN ADDITION INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN
EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 704, AT 7
PACKSADDLE ROAD EAST (LOT 27 -SF), (STRAUB).
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the applicant's request and providing
background regarding the- property and the Planning Commission action relative to Zoning
Case No. 704.
There being no objection, Mayor Pernell ordered that Resolution No. 2005-20 be received and
filed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-21. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO
CONSTRUCT A SWIMMING POOL AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE
SWIMMING POOL INTO THE REAR SETBACK ON A PROPERTY THAT REQUIRES
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW, DUE TO EXISTING STRUCTURAL
DEVELOPMENT RESTRICTION, IN ZONING CASE NO. 705 AT 20 EASTFIELD DRIVE,
(LOT 83 -EF), (DYER).
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City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the applicant's request and providing
background regarding the property and the Planning Commission action relative to Zoning
Case No. 705. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Lay, City Manager Nealis explained the front
and rear yard orientation of the property.
There being no objection, Mayor Pernell ordered that Resolution No. 2005-21 be received and
filed.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE PLANNING
COMMISSION REGARDING A PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 297: AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS REGARDING BUILDING PAD COVERAGE
REQUIREMENTS AND AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE. (PROVIDES ALLOWANCE FOR A PERCENTAGE OF COVERED PORCHES
TO NOT BE COUNTED TOWARD PAD COVERAGE).
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report indicating that at their last meeting the City
Council introduced the ordinance for first reading. He stated that Councilmember Black
respectfully requested that the City Council continue consideration of the second reading until
August 22, 2005.
There being no objection,. Mayor Pernell continued the public hearing to the regular meeting
of the City Council scheduled to be held on Monday, August 22, 2005.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF A REPORT RELATIVE TO TEMPORARY LIGHTING ADJACENT
TO THE PARKING AREA FOR POPPY TRAIL RESIDENTS.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report providing background regarding the request
from Mrs. Teresa Hassanally for lighting in the area where Poppy Trail residents park their
vehicles and information regarding the bids that had been received to complete this work.
Noting the arrival of Poppy Trail residents, Mayor Pernell asked the City Manager to repeat
the information that he had provided to the City Council.
Councilmembers discussed the use of motion detectors for the lighting and the impact of the
lighting on the surrounding neighborhood and on Portuguese Bend Road. City Manager
Nealis indicated that he would discuss the affect of passing traffic on Portuguese Bend Road on
the motion sensors with the electrician and have him adjust them accordingly.
Dr. Ron Sommer, 2 Poppy Trail, commented on the proposed lighting system. City Manager
Nealis explained the temporary installation of the poles and wiring for the system. He
explained the types of light bulbs that will be installed. In reply to Dr. Sommer, the City
Manager explained the costs associated with each system.
Mr. John Lacey, 7 Poppy Trail, indicated that he has three teenage daughters and expressed
concern about the safety of the residents of Poppy Trail as well as his family. He commented
on recent incidents that had occurred in the area where Poppy Trail residents park their
vehicles, one involving one of his daughters. Mr. Lacey suggested that lighting be installed at
the top of the trail as well. Mr. Lacey commented on the temporary road plans being
reviewed by the RHCA. City Manager Nealis indicated that if the Council desires, the City
could act on the temporary security lighting proposal being presented this evening and allow
staff to work with the contractor to add another light at the top of the trail.
Mrs. Teresa Hassanally, 6 Poppy Trail, questioned whether the Sheriff's Department was
patrolling the area where the residents park their vehicles and on the ATV access trail. City
Manager Nealis explained that he had met personally with the Sheriff's Captain regarding the
incident involving Mr. - Lacey's daughter and requested nighttime patrols, visitation
periodically in the parking area and to increase the law enforcement presence. He indicated
that he is not aware of any instances since those patrols had begun. Mr. Lacey indicted that he
has not seen any law enforcement presence recently other than a traffic patrol deputy.
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Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Pernell called for a motion.
Mayor Pro Tem Lay moved that the City Council approve the motion sensitive temporary
lighting plan submitted by Fortunato Electric for the area where Poppy Trail residents are
parking and that staff be directed to work with the contractor for an additional light at the top
of the trail. Councilmember Hill seconded the motion. Mrs. Hassanally indicated that she
would like for the motion to include, that the work to be completed within two days. City
Manager Nealis indicated that the contractor had indicated that he could start the work by
August 1, 2005 and that it would take two days to complete. The motion carried unanimously
by those Councilmembers in attendance.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
Dr. Ron Sommer, 2 Poppy Trail, questioned the status of the repair plans and environmental
factors in the area. City Manager Nealis indicated that he would contact Dr. Sommer
regarding this subject.
Mr. John Lacey, 7 Poppy Trail, questioned the status of an overall repair of the landslide and
expressed concern that the temporary roadway accessand overall landslide repair
investigation is taking a long time. The City Attorney, 'City Councilmembers and City
Manager explained the complex nature of financial cooperation with the owner of 1 Poppy
Trail. City Manager Nealis indicated that the City Attorney would be meeting with the
Attorney representing the property owner of 1 Poppy Trail to try to determine his intentions
relating to the repair of the landslide on his private property. The complexity of the
involvement of the RHCA, the City and other property owners that are necessary for the
overall repair of the landslide was also explained.
Mr. Zaffar Hassanally, 6 Poppy Trail, commented on the alternatives if the owner of 1 Poppy
Trail does not cooperate in the repair of the landslide. City Attorney Jenkins explained that
the City has been identifying and evaluating the options, cost issues, practical and legal issues
associated with this matter. He indicated that the City's first goal was to support the
restoration of a temporary vehicular access for the residents of Poppy Trail. City Attorney
Jenkins commented on the costs associated with the overall repair of the landslide.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
None.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
City Manager Nealis reported on the guilty pleas of the individuals responsible for several
thefts that resulted in them being incarcerated until December, 2005. He also reported that
Mr. Juge had complied with the City Council resolution and restored the view to the Tyndall
property at 65 Eastfield Drive.
In response to Mayor Pernell, City Manager Nealis reported on the response by the Fire
Department during the recent fire in Rancho Palos Verdes. He indicated that the fire burned
approximately 212 acres and that no cause had been reported to him.
He also reported that the RHCA did not approve the Poppy Trail temporary paved road
access plan at their last meeting and that the RHCA directed the engineering company to
design another alternative plan.
City Manager Nealis reported that it is anticipated that the City Council will not need to meet
on August 8"'. He indicated that staff would contact members of the City Council if it were
determined that a meeting is necessary.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open
session will prejudice the position of the local agency in the litigation.
Existing Litigation:
G.C. 54956.9(a)
Judith Hassoldt and William Hassoldt, Individuals, Plaintiffs, vs City of Rolling Hills, et.
al., Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. BC275012.
No closed session was held.
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ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Pernell adjourned the meeting at
8:25 p.m. in memory of long-time resident Myron Floren who passed away recently. The
meeting was adjourned to the regular meeting of the City Council scheduled to be held on
Monday, August 8, 2005, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2
Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
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Marilyn Kern
Deputy City Clerk
Approved,
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Mayor
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