07-27-17 MiNUTES OF
A 1ZEGULAR 1VgEETING
OF TH�
TRAFFIC COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF R4LLING HILLS
T�IURSDAY,jULY 27,2017
CALL TO OIZDEA
A regular meeting of the Traffic Con�mission of the City of Rolling Hi1Ls was called to ordez
by Chairrnan Wilson afi 8:31 a.m. on Thursday, july 27, 2017, in the City Caunca� Chamber,
at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Raad, Roliing Hills,California.
RQLL CALL
Cornmissioners Present: Hawkins,M�rgeta, Raine*,Virtcxe and Chairman Wilson.
Arriaed just njter ro1l ca1l
Commissioners Absent: None.
Others Present: Ray�anond Cruz,City Manager.
Heidi Luce,City Clerk.
Vanessa Munoz,Traffic Engineer.
Arfy Becklex,RHCA,Maintenance Supervisor.
Sgt. Ricky�sburn, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept.
Deputy John Despot, Los Angeles County Shexiff's Dept.
Deputy Tami Bouse, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Margeta moved that the Txaffic Commission approve the rninutes of the
regular meeting o£ the Traffic Coxnmission held on May 25, 2017. Cornmissioner Hawkins
secox�ded the motion,which carried with Vice Chairperson Virtue abstaining.
PRESENTAT�ON
PRESENTATION BY REPRESENTATNES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT, LOMiTA STATION ON TRAFFIC STATZSTICS FOR
THE CTTY OF ROLLING HILLS.
Sgt. Osburn presented the supplemental traffic enforcement statistics for June 2017.
Commissioner Hawkins suggested that if possible it would be a good idea to deploy the
supplemental traffic enforcemez�t vehicles an the morning and early evening hours to
provide enforcement during the peak traffic hours and when there are more pedestrians
and equestrians present. In respanse to an inquixy from Commissioner Hawkuls, Sgt.
Osburn reviewed the process for logging and scheduling the supplemental traffic
enforcement noting that the shifts are typically scheduled to coz7respond with the end of a
deputy's regular shift. Discussi.on ensued concezmiang �he penalties for speed violations.
Deputy Despot explained the factors considered �nrhen a citation is issued, i�cluding road
conditions.
�-- In response to Chairman Wilson regarding issuing citations against the Rolling Hi1Ls
Municipal Code (RHMC) versus the Califarnia Vehicle Code, Sgt. Osburn explained that
because the roads zx� Rolling Hills are governed by the RHMC, citations m�.st be issued
against the RHMC. He stated that the exception is juvenile citaHons, which are written
against the Vehicle Code, so that they can be handled by the Torrance Court. He stated that
this change was made recently in response to a complaint that juvenile citations issued
under the RHMC were being sent to Van Nuys Probation instead of the Torrance Court
because the Torrance Court doesn't handle juvenile citations issued against a rnunicipal
code. Discussion ensued concerning citatiox�s and how they affect a driver's record and
insuzamce zates.
Further discrxssion ensued concerning deployrnent of the supplernental traffic enforcement
program. Deputy Despot extended an invitation to any Traffic Commission Member to do
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a ride-a-long with him. Commissioner Virtue commented that in addition �o the
supplemental firaffic enforcement pxogram there are also regular patrol vehicles deployed
in the City and she has observed deputies in the City in the morning hours as well.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION O�' A NEW DRNEWAY APPROACH AT 16 PINE TREE LANE
(BHARADIA).
Chairman Wilson introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. City Manager Cruz
presented �he staff repart stating that the property owner at 16 Pine Tree Lane proposes a
new, approximately 23-foot wide driveway apron, off of Pine Tree Lane to be located
slightly east af the existing driveway to serve a new garage. He stated that the Traffic
Engineer reviewed the proposal, visited the site and finds the proposed driveway apron
acceptable. Traffic Engineer Munoz stated that the driveway width at 23 ft. is an
improvement over the existing condition, and because it is at the end of a cul-de-sac, the
proposed alignment is not of concern.
Brief discussion ensued concerxiing the proposal. Commissioner Virtue suggested that any
planting in the area not interfere with the sight distance. Hearing no further comments,
Chairman Wilson asked for a rnotion.
Conlmissioner Raine moved that the Traffic Commission recommend approval of the
proposed new driveway approach at 16 Pine Tree Lane. Vice Chairperson Virtue seconded
the moidon,which carried without objectian.
OPEN AGENDA-COMMENTS FIZOM PUBLIC ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
None.
MATTERS FRQM MEMBERS OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION
Cornmissioner Hawkins suggested tha� the decoy vehicle be �noved ta different Iocations.
He further expressed concern that the USPS workers speed on Crest Road and stated that
based on the Postal Employees Guide to Safety, they are liable for a citation if they are
speeding.
RHCA Maintenance Supervisor Beckler reported that they are having an issue with
juveniles emptying and moving the k-rails that are being used for the trail restoration
project and block the roadway. He asked that if any incidents are witriessed, they be
reported to the RHCA.
MATTERS �ROM STAFF
STATUS REP�RT ON THE MEASURES THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS HAS
TAKEN TO IMPROVE THE PARKING AND TRAFFIC PROBLEMS ON CREST
ROAD CAUSED BY HIKERS UTILIZING THE TRAILHEAD AT DEL CERRO'
PARK.
City Manager Cruz reported on the actions taken by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes to
address the parking issues an Crest Road and stated that complainis have subsided, but
staff will continue to monifar the issue and respond to any complaints.
D�.SCUSSION ABOUT THE RESPONSIBILITY AND MAINTENANCE NEEDS OF
THE SERVICE ROAD OFF OF CREST ROAD THAT SERVES T'HE PALOS VERDES
PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CORPORATION YARD AND
RANCHO DEL MAR HIGH SCHOOL.
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Cify Manager Cruz reported that Paios Verdes P�ninsula Unified School Dzstrict(PVPUSD)
is respansible fox maintenance of the servi.ce road off of Crest Road that serves the I'VPUSD
Corporatian Yaxd and Rancho De1 Mar High School. He stated that the PVPUSD is aware of
the maintenance needs and is exploring op#ions to handle those needs.
AD O�JRNMENT
Recognizing that this will be City Clerk Luce's last Txaffic Commission meeting, the Traffic
Commission thanked her far her service to the City. Hearing no furthex business before the
Traffic Com_mi.ssion, Chairrnan Wilson adjourned the rneeting at 9:�6 a.m. The next meeting
of the Traffic Cominissioz� is scheduled to be held on Thursday, September 28, 2017
beginniilg at 8:30 a.zm. in the Rolling Hills City Council Charnber at Cxty Hall, 2 Portuguese
Bend Rd.,Rolling Hills,CA.
Prepared by: Heidi Luce,City Clerk
Respectfully submitted,
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Yvette all
Interirn City Clerk
Approv ,
atrick Wilsoxx
Chairmaz�
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