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5/14/197324 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ROLLING HILLS., CALIFORNIA May 14, 1973 A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Bear at La Cresta School, 38 Crest Road West, Rolling Hills, Cali- fornia at 7:30 P.M. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: ALSO PRESENT: APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilmen Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Mayor Bear Councilman Pearson arrived at 8:30 P.M. Councilman Hesse Teena Clifton William Kinley June Cunningham Richard Anderson City Manager City Attorney Secretary Planning Advisor Residents A motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 23, 1973 as presented was made by Councilman Battaglia, seconded by Councilman Heinsheimer and carried by:the following roll call vote: AYES: Courycilmen NOES: None ABSENT: -Councilmen CITY COUNCIL REPORTS_ RIDING RING AT CITY PARR 8 Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Mayor Bear Hesse, Pearson Councilman Battaglia said that alternate plans for development of additional riding facilities are being studied, and cost estimates dre being sought. He asked that the matter be held on the agenda for additional information at the next meeting. The Mayor so ordered. PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY 14 The City Manager reported that hearings were conducted by the Publig Utilities Commission on May 1, 2 and 3, 1973 at the Administration Building in Rolling Hills on the application.of California Water Service Company for an increase in rates. Mrs. Clifton said she had testified as a representative of the City of Rolling Hills, and copies of her testimony were provided the Councilmen for information. The matter has been taken under advisement by the Commission, the Manager said, and the City would be advised of any decisions. The Mayor ordered the matter held on the agenda. CITY MANAGER o NEW BUSINESS CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES 19 Copies of.a letter from Nell Mirels, Mayor of Rolling Hills Estates, requesting support.of Councilman Art Greenberg for appointment to the Board of the Southef°n Caiifornia Rapid Transit District were pre- sented to the Council. The Mayor said he had been contacted by other candidates requesting support. Councilman Battaglia suggested that the Council review qualifications of the candidates before making a decision. i�1 v 1 May 14, :1.973 Mayor Bear ordered the matter held on the agenda, and asked members of the Council to review the qualifications prior to the next meeting SOUTH BAY ENGINEERING CORPORATION 45 A letter dated May 9, 1973 from South Bay Engineering Corpora- tion was presented to the Council. Mr. Robert Dedernett advised that Tract 29723, Dr. William Ford, is due to expire on May 26, 1973, and completion has been delayed because the owner was given.a new set of requirements for the water system by County Waterworks. The engineer has requested a 90 day time extension to complete the plans and paper- work. A motion to approve the request and grant a 90 day extension for completion of Tract 29723 was made by Councilman Battaglia, seconded by Councilman. Heinsheimer and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Mayor Bear NOES- None ABSENT: Councilmen Hesse CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION 53 The Manager presented information received from the Contract Cities Association following the last Council. meeting regarding a Reso= lution on Revenue Sharing presented to the Senate Committee on Revenue and Taxation on May 9, 1973. Mayor Bear asked the Manager to keep the Council informed on. the matter. PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIRE; .N'V' SYSTEM 59 Mayor Bear stated that the Council is considering a retirement plan for employees, and had discussed the matter with a representative of the Public Employees Retirement System. In order to proceed it would be necessary to have a study made by actuaries, and the Mayor presented a copy of a contract between the City and PERS for the service. A motion to authorize an expenditure not to exceed $200 for a valuation of employees was wade by Councilman Battaglia, seconded by Councilman Heinsheimer and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen. Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Mayor Bear NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Hesse, Pearson LAFCO Notice of a hearing scheduled for May 23, 1973 before the Board of Supervisors to consider the Sphere of Influence for Consolidated Fire Protection Districts was presented to the Council. Mayor Bear said he wished the City to be represented at the hearing. Councilman Heinsheimer, delegate, said he would be out of the country at that time, and Mayor Bear said he would contact Councilman Pearson, alternate, and ask him to attend the hearing and report to the Council. PALOS VERDES PENINSULA CHAMBEROF CGIVAERCE 69 Mayor Bear said he had registered.to participate in the Annual Golf Tournament and Awards Dinner sponsored by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce on May 24, 1973, and requested other members of the Council who wish to participate to make reservations. -2- May 14, 1973 CORRESPONDENCE 'WESTBASIN WATER ASSOCIA`1SION 573 A notice of a meeting of the West Basin. Water Association on May 24, 1973 at the Palos Verdes Country Club was presented to the Council. Mayor Bear asked Councilman Pearson to attend if possible. PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE PROHIBITING MOTORCYCLES IN ROLLING HI LLS 8 6 Mayor Bear opened a Public Hearing on a proposed ordinance entitled A PROPOSED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA PROHIBIT14ri THE OPERATION OF MOTORCYCLES AND MOTOR DRIVEN CYCLES IN THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA Mayor Bear explained that ac present only residents are per- mitted to operate motorcycles or motor driven cycles in Rolling Hills, and stickers issued by the Rolling Hills Community Association must be on all motor -driven. vehicles operated by reside n.ts . Non-residents' are not admitted to the City on motorcycles, and the proposed ordinance would extend the ban to residents as well as non. -residents, and would prohibit operation of motorcycles or motorbikes within the City. The Mayor said the proposed ordinance was being considered because of numerous complaints from residents about other residen,ts riding motorcycles on trails in violation of existing ordinances, and racing motorcycles and motor bikes on streets and private property, causing excessive noise. Mayor Bear said all who wished to speak -would be heard; however, he requested that speakers be brief, concise and avoid repetition. The Mayor then read letters from the following into the record: In favor of the proposed ordinance prohibiting motorcycles: Mr. and Mrs. Mark Fried- man, 11 Flying Mane Road; in opposition to a more restrictive ordinance: Mr. Vic Edelbrock, 14 Roadrunner Road; Mr. Wallace Kreag, 18 Outrider Road; Mr. E. E, Lohn, 9 Middleridge Lane; Mr. Parnelli Jones, 26 Saddle- back Road, and Mr. Dudley Gray, attorney for Parnelli Jones. The Mayor then opened the discussion to the floor, and said residents in favor of the ordinance would be heard first, to be followed by residents opposed to the ordinance. Mr. Arthur Stribley, 8 Outrider Road, said he was opposed to motorcycles because they are a nuisance to people, terrifying to resi- dents and out of keeping with the surroundings. Mr. Kenneth Watts, 1 Wrangl.er Road, presented information re- garding decible ratings and advised that many cities have adopted noise ordinances to combat nuisances. He offered to work with the City on the matter if the Council wished hiar to. Mr. James Barnard, 63 Crest Road East, said it was his opinion that everyone has a right to enjoy his favorite hobby, but existing rules regulating operation of motorcycles and motor driven bikes should be enforced. Mr. Charles 'Vary. Mote, 7 Quail Ridge Road North asked whether residents of Rolling Hills mist be licensed to operate a motorcycle, and the Mayor quoted from Ordinance No. 85, which stipulates that "no person except a resident of Rolling Hills shall ride or operate a motorcycle or motor driven cycle ----- in. the City of Rolling Hills unless the same is licensed, registered." Mr. Thomas Gaian, 68 Portuguese Bend Road, said that all sanc- tioned events require muffler, and many of the motorcycles ridden in Rolling Hills are annoying because rules regarding mufflers are not en- forced. He suggested that bikes that do not conform be 'banned. -3- 10291 VAIW May 14, 1973 Mr. John Heater, 59 Eastfield Drive, said that cars with modified exhaust systems are as noisy as motorcycles, and said the -ordinance against riding on the trails should be enforced by implementing the following: 1) Increased Sheriff patrol; 2) Periodic 3nspection.of motorcycl6s, with a fee charged for the inspection, 3) An -organized motorcycle club, and 4)'A junior patrol to patrol the trails. Steve Day, 5 Ranchero Road, said there is a need for bike trails, and agreed that an organized club should be formed. Mr. Fames Ziegler, 0 Open Brand Road, said there is a peninsula - wide problem, and advised the Council, that the extension,of Crenshaw Boulevard, although not developed, is already a dedicated street, and he suggested that the City investigate the feasibility of developing that section for use by motorcycle hobbyists. Michael Bear, 7 Wagon.Lane, said that he rides his motorcycle in Palmdale and other areas designated for motorbike enthusiasts; he said he I.. supports use -of properly licensed motorcyc=le on, city streets. 00 r. -i Mr. James Brogdon, 5 Maverick Lane, said he is ambivalent on the question, because he is "pro bike" and "anti noise". He agreed that most .of the problems are caused by a lack of consideration by the operators Q of motorbikes and a lack of law enforcement Other residents who stated that they were opposed to the pro- posed -ordinance and suggested that other meas of control be enforced and alternative plans developed were: Paul Grubs, 1 Hackamore Road; Don Crocker, 14 Cinchring Road; W. J. bines, 73 Eastfield Drive; Terry Mat- thews, 59 Crest Road East and Neil Day, 5 Ranchero Road. Mr. Don Perdew advised Mayer Bear that he is not a resident of Rolling Hills and did not wish to speak for or against the proposal, but as a member of -Southern California Motorcycling Association he wished to offer some help. SCMA, an association for.the road biker, has weekend runs throughout the year, Mr. Perdew said, and welcomes anyone with an interest in road biking. Further, he said, members of the Los Angeles Police Department have formed an association for the dirt biker and he `vaggested that ahyone with an interest in dirt biking contact L PD for information. Mr.'Perdew said he would remain for a while after the hear- ing"to answer quesAons for anyone interested in.either association. The Mayor thanked Mr. Perdew for coming to the meeting and providing the information. There being no further testi.maony to come before the Council, Mayor Bear thereafter closed the public hearing. Councilman Heinsheimer said he was in favor of anoran.ization of a club nature for internal discipline, and it was his opin on. that through such an organization inspections could be made and rules could be enforced. Councilman Battaglia said he considered any decision premature,'and felt that all testimony should bre considered carefully before any decision.or course•of action was arrived at. Ma or Bear thanked all residents who cane to the meeting and said that thetestimony would be reviewed by members of the Council who attended the meeting, and the recorded tape of the meeting would be made available to Councilman -Hesse, who was absent, before any decisions were made. The Mayor then recessed the meeting at 9:20 P0M® for a ten minute break, to re -convene at 9:30 POM. PAYMENT OF BULS 85 Councilman Heinsheimer Moved that be.paid from the General Fund. The motion Battaglia and carried by the following roll �4- Demands No. 2761 throw h,2796 was seconded by Councilman call vote: May 14, 1973 b AYES- Councilmen, Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Pearson, Mayor Bear NOES- None ABSENT: Councilman. Hesse CITY ATTORNEY 111.2 PROPOSED TRAFFIC 'ORDINANCE Mr. Rin.ley requested that the matter be 'held on the agenda. The Mayor so ordered. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE Mr. R.inley recommended that the proposed ordinance regulating and controlling the design and improvement of subdivisions and other divisions of property be introduced, to become effective in thirty days. ORDINANCE NO. 115 Councilman Heinsheimer moved that Ordinance. No. 115, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITE' OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 67 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS REGULATING AND CONTROLLING THE DESIGN AND 111 PROWMENT OF SUBDIVISIONS AND OTHER DIVISIONS OF PROPERTY" be introduced, and that reading in full be waived. The mo- tion was seconded by Councilman Battaglia and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Coun.cil.men. NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman CITY DEPARTMENTS 577 OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Pearson, Mayor Bear Hesse A letter dated May 2, 1973 from the Office of the Sheriff, Los Angeles County, was presented to the Council. Inspector Leonard R. Her- endeen asked the Manager 'to express his appreciation, to the Mayor and members of the Council for their participation in enabling him to attend tbe:Contract Cities Conference in Palm Springs. The correspondence was received and filed OPEN HOUSE, OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF The Manager presented a :Letter from Captain. Kenneth Hays, Lennox Sheriff's Station, advising that the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is conducting an. Open House on Sa'tu'rday, May 19, 1973 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. The correspondence was received and filed. MONTHLY REPORT, SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT The Monthly Report of the Sheriff for the mon.th of February 1973 was presented to the Council. The report was received and filed. PUBLIC HEARING, GENERAL PLAN - CITY OF ROLLING_ HILLS 599 Mayor Bear opened a Public Hearing on the General Plan for, the City of Rolling Hills, referred to the City Council by the Planning Commission on May 8, 1973 following approval and, adoption by the Com- mission. Draft copies of a General Plan compiled by Councilman. Heins- heimer were distributed, to members of the Council. 'by the. City Manager. Mrs. Clifton introduced Mr. Richard Anderson, Planning Advisor, and said he had assisted in preparation of the General Plan, which was mandated by the Stage Legislature, and must be submitted by June 30, 1973. 1 1 2". 114 Following a review of both plans and discussion of individual sections, Councilmnan. Battaglia mvoled that the General Plan be adopted as discussed and amended, subject to the staff incorporating additions from the plan, subrmitted by Cou-ncilA.Ln�an Hein.sh,eimer where. deemed useful and appropriate, and subject to approval of the final. draft by legal counsel. The motion, was sero ided by Councilman. Heinsheimer and carried by the following roll call vote- AYES- ote AYESo Councilmen Battaglia, He:in.sheimer, Pearson,. -Mayor Bear HOES-. None ABSENT- Councilman Hesse MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE 1140 OPERATION OF HEAVyy EQUT _�EMEDNT Obi WEEKENDS Mrs, day Kuhne., 5 dohnis Canyon Road, advised the Council that she wished to :register a eo:�plain.t about heavy equipment working in. the City early Saturday and Sunday morriinigs; on Sunday, May 13th work on property on. Johns Canyon,. Read started at 7:.30 A.M., involving bulldozers, JO rock crushers and earth -moving equipment. Mrs. Kihn.e requested that the r-. Council consider adopting an. ordinance that would limit the hours and '-D days when heavy duty commercial equipment could be used in. the City, and said --that she considers weekday use, beginning at a reasonable hour, is A not objectionable, act!.d operatio'.n of discin.g equipment, or hammering by the homeowner' on, weekends should not be restricted; however, noisy com- mercial equipiaen.t, including pressure -driven hammers, should be banned on weekends. Councilman, Heinshe,imer submitted a draft of a proposed ordinance which would meet Mrs. Kuhn.e"s requests, -would limit the hours during the week when. equipment could enter the City and be operated, and would ban, use of such equipment on weekends and holidays Councilman Pearson, said he agreed in principle with Councilman Hein.sheimer; however, some details would have to be worked out. Speci- fically, he said, exceptions would have to be made based on weather conditions, especially where buttress cuts are concerned to strop short of completion because of a weekend or holiday might be hazardous. In such cases Councilman Pearson suggested that application could be made to the City, and a special permit for a specified time period could be granted for work under specific conditions. In some cases it is bene- ficial for the homeowner to work closely with a contractor, and limited operation. on Saturday within specific hours might be desireable; he agreed that opera -tion of heavy duty equipment by non-residents should not be permitted. on Sunday. Mr. Mason Rose, 37 Crest Road West, said he thought a bond would be a more effective way of enforcing 'the proposed ordinance than a provision for $500 five or imprisonment for six months or both. Mr. Kinley, City Attorney, said most contractors would prefer to forfeit a bond and continue to work o Following the discussion Cou-neilman, Battaglia suggested that Mr. Kinley draft an ordinance based on the points discussed. Mayor Bear requested that Mr. Kinley prepare an ordin ante. for presentation at the next meeting. MATTERS FROM THE COUNCIL ABSENCE FROM COUNCIL MEETINGS Councilman. Heiris he.imer requested permission to be absent from the Council meetings on. May 29, June 11 and possibly dune 25, 1973 Permission was granted. Co-nkcilmvan. Pearson said he plans to be away from Auguste I through SepteLT6er° 15th., permission, for absence from the meetings was granted. v'Mayor Bear asked other Councilmen. to advise the May 14., 1973 Manager as soon as possible of Impe-nding absence from Council. meetings, as lack of a quorum at budget time could be a. problem, COUNCIL POLIO 1350 Councilman. Pearson suggested that. the Council consider adopting a policy of acting on, ordinances only at meetings at which four members are present to 'vote. He siad that although three members constitute a quorum, it was his opinion, that better , ating, representation results from a minimum 'vote of four, especially on vital. issues Maycr Bear held the matter on the, agenda for consideration.. MATTERS FROM CITY UFPICERS TORRANCE AIRPORT HEARING 590 Mrs. Clifton presented an agenda, for a special meed:ng of the Torrance Airport Commission on May 17, 1973 Co u-nc-Liman. Heinsh.e.imeyr advised that it would be a contiinuation of the April. 26, 1973 hearing, and additional testitx.n.v would be taken. Mayor Pear asked Councilman lfeisnheimer to keep the Council_ advised on. the progress of the hea-rings., ADJOMNMENT 11421 There being no further business to came before, the Council, a motion for adjourrLment was made at x.1:10 P.M. by Councilman Battaglia, seconded by Councilman Pearsoya) ar)d carried unanimously. Mayor Bear adjourned. the meeting co 7:30 P.111. 'Yuiesday, May 29th, because of a :legal holiday o -n the nest regular meeting date APPROVED: r/_ Mayor -7- City t