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10/13/2008 (3) MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING � OF THE CITY COUNCIL�OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HII,LS, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2008 CALL TO ORDER � A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor Hill at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Black, Pernell,Mayor Pro Tem Heinsheimer and Mayor Hill. Councilmembers Absent: Lay(excused). Others Present: Anton Dahlerbruch, 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 October 13, 2008. REC011��NDATION: Approve as presented. b. Payment of Bills RECOMII�NDATION: Approve as presented. c. Financial Statement for the Month of September, 2008. RECOMN�NDATION: Approve as presented. d. Allied Recycling Tonnage Report for September 2008. RECOMI��NDATION: Receive and file. Mayor Pro Tem Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the items on the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Black seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance. PLANNING COMIVIISSION ITEMS None. � TRAFFIC CONIlVIISSION ITEMS CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMN�NDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC COMNIISSION FOR THE INSTALLATION STOP SIGN WITH APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE AND ROADWAY MARI�INGS AT THE CORNER OF CREST ROAD EAST AND EASTFIELD DRIVE. City Manager Dahlerbruch introduced the City's Traffic Engineer Ms. Vanessa Munoz and indicated that she would be addressing the Traffic Commission items on this evening's agenda. He presented the staff report providing background regazding the request from a resident for a stop sign at the corner of Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive and the Traffic Commission's action relative to the request. Ms. Munoz addressed the Council regarding the stop warrant analysis conducted at the intersection and explained how she came to the conclusion that a stop sign was warranted at this location. She explained that the intersection would function better with the recommended reconfiguration of the curve by creating more of a "T" intersection with the installation of a stop sign. She further explained that sight of the upcoming intersection is obscured due to the incline of the roadway before the intersection and indicated that the stop ahead warning sign would be an important component to warn drivers of the upcoming stop sign and intersection. Minutes City Council Meeting 10/27/08 -1- Councilmembers discussed the accidents that have occurred at the subject intersection. The City Manager recalled that there might have been one per year for the past several years. The traffic engineer further explained the recommended reconfiguration of the curve. She pointed out the location of the proposed stop sign, stop ahead sign and roadway markings. It was reported that the RHCA would have jurisdiction over the recommended reconfiguration�of the curve. In response to a query, the Traffic Engineer explained that the accident rate is less than expected but due to the types of volumes the City experiences, she feels that the one per year may be a considerable amount for a City such as Rolling Hills. Councilmembers discussed their resistance to placing more signage in the City. T'he safety factors at this intersection were noted. The Council also discussed the necessity for the stop ahead sign due to the - incline of the roadway and lack of visibility of the upcoming intersection. It was suggested that discussion regarding the item be continued until the resident who requested the stop sign is available to address the Council. Hearing no objection, Mayor Hill so ordered. CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMI��NDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC CONIlVIISSION RELATIVE TO THE INSTALLATION OF DOUBLE YELLOW CENTERLINE STRIPING ON CREST ROAD BETWEEN BUGGY WHIP DRIVE AND FIRE STATION 56. City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the staff report providing background regarding a resident's request that a double yellow centerline be installed on Crest Road between Buggy Whip Drive and Fire Station 56 and the Traffic Commission action relative to the request. Comments were offered regarding slower large vehicles on Crest Road and a tendency. for motorists to pass these vehicles. It was noted that turnouts for large vehicles were not part of the Traffic Commission review. The Traffic Engineer explained that it would not be safe to pass in this area. Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion. Mayor Pro Tem Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Traffic Commission for the installation of double yellow centerline striping on Crest Road between Buggy Whip Drive and Fire Station 56. Councilmerriber Black seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance. CONSIDERATION OF A RECONIlVIENDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC COMIVIISSION RELATIVE TO TRAFFIC SAFETY MATTERS AT 2 ROUNDUP ROAD AT THE REQUEST OF THE RHCA. City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the staff report providing background regarding the request from the RHCA to review traffic safety on Roundup Road. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Hill called £or a motion. Councilmember Black moved that the City Council receive and file the staff report outlining the Traffic Engineer's recommendation for the removal and replacement of a hedge at 2 Roundup Road to address driver visibility. Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance. It was noted that the Rolling Hills Community Association would address the matter in recognition of the hedge being in the easement. CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMI��NDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION REGARDING AN AS-BUILT PLAN FOR THE DRIVEWAY AT 61 EASTFIELD DRIVE (JUGE). � City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the staff report providing background regarding the as-built driveway constructed at 61 Eastfield Drive and the Traffic Commission's action relative to this matter. Planning Director Schwartz indicated that staff was unable to locate any records pertaining to this driveway and reported that the RHCA had constructed drainage improvements in the area of the driveway and that it is important that the drainage improvements remain concrete. Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion. Mayor Pro Tem Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Traffic Commission relative to an as-built plan for the driveway at 61 Eastfield Drive. Councilmember Pernell seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance. Minutes City Council Meeting 10/27/08 -2- CONTINUATION OF CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMIV�NDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION FOR THE INSTALLATION STOP SIGN WITH APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE AND ROADWAY MARICINGS AT THE CORNER OF CREST ROAD EAST AND EASTFIELD DRIVE. The City Council resumed consideration of this matter. Dr: Stephanie Culver-George, 76 Eastfied Drive, explained that her family has been the driving force behind the request for the installation of a stop sign at this intersection. She explained the numerous traffic accidents that occurred at the location and r�ported that several vehicles have landed in her yard. She mentioned that other neighbors in the area have expressed concern about this intersection. Dr. Culver reported that she is pleased with the recommendation that a stop sign be installed and with the recommended reconfiguration of the corner by her residence. She stated that many residents are afraid to walk or ride their horses in the area due to their concerns about cars failing to negotiate the curve. She explained that the condition at the intersection worsens in inclement weather and fog. Hearing no further discussion, Mayor Hill called for a motion. Mayor Pro Tem Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the Traffic Commission recommendation for the installation of a stop sign with appropriate signage and roadway markings at the corner of Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive. Councilmember Black seconded the motion which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. OLD BUSINESS None. � NEW BUSINESS None. OPEN AGENDA- APPR07�IIlVIATELY 8:00 P.M. -PUBLIC COMI��NT WELCOME None. MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Black commented on the use of wind power. Staff reported that they would keep the Council informed on any developments regarding this alternative use of power and direct the matter to both the Planning Commission and the Natural Environment and Sustainability Committee. Councilmember Pernell reported that he would be unable to attend the next Council meeting. Mayor Hill thanked staff for their efforts in prep.aring and planning for the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon. � MATTERS FROM STAFF UPDATE ON SPECIAL SHERIFF DEPARTMENT PATROL (ORAL) City Manager Dahlerbruch reported that he would�authorize the implementation of the High Visibility Saturation Patrol for 5 days per week for a period of 5 weeks. He also reported that a resident has suggested to the RHCA to consider a private securiry patrol to supplement the Sheriff's work. INFORMATION ON COMMUNITY PURCHASE OF WATER RESERVES FOR EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (ORAL) City Manager Dahlerbruch reported that the City would be facilitating the ordering of water drums that residents could purchase to be more prepared in an emergency. He indicated that the water drums would Minutes City Council Meeting � 10/27/08 -3- be purchased and distributed by the RHCA. He also explained that there are private water companies that could make bottled water available for purchase by residents for their emergency preparedness supplies. The City Manager indicated that staff would advertise the availability of the water drums in an upcoming newsletter. City Manager Dahlerbruch also reported that the Los Angeles County Fire Department is planning a Fire Expo to be held on November 22 at the South Coast Botanic Garden. He indicated that the Expo would provide information to Peninsula residents regarding brush clearance and disaster preparedness through demonstrations and vendor booths. He said that the Department would soon be advertising the Expo and that the Peninsula Cities would join in promoting this event. 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) Hui-Tse Sheen, Individual, Plaintiff, vs City of Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Community Association, et. al., Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. YC051963. G.C. 549569(a) Jonas, et al. v. City of Rolling Hills, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. YC033955. � G.C. 549569(a) Freeman v. City of Rolling Hills, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. YC054015. Conference With Labor Negotiator G.C. 54957.6 City Negotiator: Anton Dahlerbruch, City Manager Unrepresented Employees: Finance Director, Planning Director, Deputy City Clerk / Executive Assistant and Administrative Assistant. No closed session was held. ADJOURNMENT Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Hill adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m. to the next regular meeting of the City Council scheduled to be held on Monday, November 10, 2008 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. � Respectfully submitted, � �� �� Marilyn Kern +� Deputy City Clerk Approv , r �/� Fra E. Hill � � Mayor Minutes City Council Meeting 10/27/08 -4-