9/11/1973MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
.... CITY' OF-'r'R0tLIW- HILLS
September 11, 1973
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by
Mayor Bear at 7:30 P.M., Tuesday,, September ll; 1973 at the Adminis-
tration
dm nistratiQn Building, 2 Portuguese Road Rolling Hills, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmen Battaglia, Hesse, Pearson, Mayor Bear
ABSENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman Heinsheimer
William Kinley.
Teena Clifton
Marion Welch
June Cunningham
Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Multer
City Attorney
City Manager
City Treasurer
Secretary
Residents
A'motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of August 27, 1973
as corrected was madeby Councilman Hesse, seconded by Councilman Bat-
taglia and carried by the following roll call vote;
AYES: Councilmen, Battaglia; He.gse, Pearson; :Mayor -Bear,-
'NOES: Tone
ABSENT: 'Councilman Heinsheimer
PERSONAL APPEARANCE
Mr. 4 Mrs. Hugh Multer, 2 Outrider Road, 72
Mayor Bear welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Multer who had been invited to
attend the meeting by the Manager, after receipt of their letter com-
plaining about use of the trail between 2 and 4 Outrider Road by
motorcycles.
Councilman Battaglia advised them that the matter had,been re-
ferred to the Rolling.Hills Community Association, and at the ad-
journed
ed meeting of the Board on,.Monday September 10th the.matter was
discussed. He advised the Multers,that they would,be contacted by a
representative of the Board to discuss fencing the area.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
HITCHHIKING 90
Councilman Battaglia advised the Council that he had requested
that hitchhiking be included on the age ' nda for discussion by the
Council. Because of the.dangers connected with hitchhiking, as
reported in the news media, Councilman Battaglia requested that the
Council consider whether -the practice should be restricted or pro-
hibited in the City.
Councilman Hesse said he agree -s that the problem is real, will
"s,11remain and.probably will become more severe. It was -his observation
that although hitchhiking has been relatively safe in Rolling Hills
and there is a feeling of security, it could be the basis of a dan-
gerous habit pattern, and should be inhibited. Councilman.Hesse sug-
gested that the Council adopt an.,ordinance prohibiting hitchhiking,
and enforce it with sensitive supervision. Further) he said benches
could be provided for youngsters who are picked up by pre -arrangement.
Councilman Hesse provided a copyofan article from the Los Angeles
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Times on August 30, 1973 which reported that campuses are taking steps
to'halt hitchhiking, and he suggested that some of the literature re-
porting the dangers of hitchhiking be circulated throughout the Com-
munity, and that all cities in Los Angeles County be contacted and
asked to consider legislation prohibiting hitchhiking.
Councilman Pearson..said`her'agreed With Councilman Hesse.on the .
dangers involved in hitchhiking; and he felt the Community should be
advised i�i a manner that would advise that the Council is concerned
about hitchhiking, and not about sharing rides with known residents,
as is currently done.
Mayor Bear directed that residents be advised in the Newsletter
that the matter is being considered by the Council and youth of the
community should be encouraged to attend hearings. The matter was
held on the agenda.
RIDING RING AT CITY PARK 185
Councilman Battaglia reported that the matter of the riding
ring to be constructed on a portion of the Robert Dunn property on -.
Poppytrail had been discussed at the meeting of the Rolling Hills
Community Association -on September 10th. Councilmen Hesse and Pearson
asked to see the maps of the area. The Manager reported that South
Bay Engineering Corporation will present an estimate at the next
meeting of the City Council which will include the following: engin-
eering fee, preliminary and final drawing charges, estimated develop-
mental cost of grading, pipe, etc., and the cost of an Environmental
Impact Report prepared by South Bay Engineering Corporation.
Councilman Hesse suggested that the Manager consult with Foxfield
Riding Academy and with Mr. Don Burt at Diamond Bar about the proper
surface for English riding. The matter was held on the agenda.
PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
The item was ordered held on the agenda.
CITY MANAGER - NEW BUSINESS
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Copies of a letter dated August 30,..:1973 and the actuarial report
prepared.to determine the contributions necessary for,participation in
the Public Employees' Retirement System were presented ,to the Council.,
The report was referred to Mayor Bear for review with -the City
Manager. The matter was held on the agenda.
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 309
Correspondence dated August 24, 1973 from_ the League of Califor-
nia Cities was presented to the Council. The League asked that the
City Council designate a voting representative and an alternate to
vote at the business sessions of the annua L conference in San Fran-
cisco October 21 - 24, 1973.
Mayor Bear moved that Councilman Battaglia and Teena Clifton,
City Manager, be authorized to represent the City at, the Conference
and vote on behalf of the City of Rolling Hills. The.motion.was
seconded by Councilman Hesse and carried*by.the'following roll
call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Battaglip, Hesse, Pearson, Mayor Bear
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman.Heinsheimer
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RAPID. TRANSIT DISTRICT 329
A schedule of locations for Community meetings to explain Rapid
Transit recommendations was presented to the Council.
Mayor Bear requested that Councilman.Heinsheimer or Councilman
Hesse, delegates, attend a local meeting and report to the Council.
COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT REPORTS 358
Copies of report: by the Los Angeles County Road Department on
speed limits on Eastfield Road, Crest Road, Portuguese Bend -Road and
Saddleback Road, and Traffic Control Measures on Eastfield Drive and
on Crest Road east of Buggy Whip in the La Cresta School Zone were
presented to the Council.
Mayor Bear directed that copies of the reports be sent to Mrs.
I- Carol Hanscom and.Mrs. Florence Ziegler, members of the Traffic
'JD Commission, for review and comment, and ordered the matter held on
,r__4 the agenda.
Councilman Battaglia reported that a plan for the Southfield
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Gate area would be submitted to the .Board of Directors on S.eptem-
-ber 20, 1973 and a final decision on whether to close the gate would
be announced at that time.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS 352
Councilman Battaglia moved that Demands No. 2973 through 2981
be approved for payment from the General Fund. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Hesse and carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmen
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman
MIRALESTE POOL 355
Battaglia, Hesse, Pearson, Mayor Bear
Heins heimer
Councilman Battaglia moved that Demands No. 293 through 298
be approved for payment from the Miraleste Swim Pool Fund. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Hesse and carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Battaglia, Hesse, Pearson, Mayor Bear
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman.Heinsheimer
CITY ATTORNEY
PROPOSED ORDINANCE -MOTORCYCLES & MOTORBIKES 675
The City Attorney distributed copies of a proposed ordinance
which would amend Ordinance No. 116 by adding Sections 23136 and
23141, and would regulate operation.of motorcycles or motor driven
cycles in the City of Rolling Hills.
Following discussion, Councilman Battaglia suggested that Coun-
cilman Hesse and the City Attorney meet for a working session to dis-
cuss the proposed ordinance. Mayor Bear so ordered.
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PROPOSED ORDINANCE - PROVIDING FOR ZONING
Mr. Kinley presented copies of a proposed ordinance providing
for zoning in the City.
In discussing the proposed ordinance, Councilman Hesse moved that
sub -paragraph #1 be amended to read: "The portion located within any,
existing or proposed private street or road-----". The motion was
seconded by Mayor Bear and carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen
Mayor Bear
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman
Battaglia, Heinsheimer, Pearson
Heinsheimer
Councilman Pearson moved that the proposed:ordinance be amended
to exclude any reference to "RAS -2 zone" and "80,000 square feet".
The motion was seconded by Mayor Bear and failed to carry by the
following roll call vote
AYES: Councilmen Pearson, Mayor Bear
NOES: Councilmen Battaglia, Hesse
ABSENT: Councilman Heinsheimer
Councilman Pearson asked that the City Attorney be requested to
clarify roadways to,more clearly identify those roadways that are
access roadways, whether in the Association or out of the Association,
access to flag lots, paved drives, non -dedicated roads such, as Humming-
bird Lane, to differentiate from those roads which are considered per-
imeter easements and are not used for access. Mayor Bear requested
that the proposed ordinance, as amended, be presented to the Council
at the next regular meeting.
MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE 756
ROLLING HILLS TENNIS CLUB
The Mayor welcomed members of the board of the Rolling Hills
Tennis Club following adjournment of their meeting in another room
of the Administration Building.
Mr. Cliff Bundy, president, announces} that the club has more
than 20 paying members at present, additional -memberships are coming
in. Mr. Bundy said the board was surprised to,learn of the 9 P.M.._
lights -out rule initiated by the City Council, and advised that the
Tennis Club has a "rules and constitution" committee which is pres-
ently drafting a constitution and set of rules, among them a suggested
.set of rules for reserving the court. He asked that the Council re-
view the rules in draft form when prepared, and suggested that at
that time the Council re -consider extending the hours of evening play.
using the lighted courts. A survey.of otter courts in the area dis-
closed that most close at 10 P.M., and a`few surveyed operated until
11 P.M., Mr. Bundy said.
Mayor Bear explained that the last meeting of the Council was
recessed at 9 P.M. to allow the Councilmen to inspect the Court, and
it was the consensus of the Council that until landscaping in the -area
had been completed and comments of residents in the area received, it
-was better to set a limit that could be extended, rather than one
that would have to be shortened.
Dr. Richard Hoffman said it would be desireable to establish
liaison between the Council and the Tennis Club, so that in the future
tennis matters could be presented to and considered by both, even
though the ultimate decision might be made by the Council. Councilman
Hesse said it is his opinion that noise, as well as light, can be a
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problem, and he suggested that light screens might be insta'lled,.then
the situation evaluated by discussing the noise,and light factor with'
residents close to the court. It might then_.be possible to extend the
evening hours, Councilman,.Hesse said.
Councilman Pearson said that reason has to enter into the decision
and because lights are primarily to extend the playing time to accomo-
date working men who cannot play during earlier hours, a reasonable
time should be arrived at to accommodate both tennis players and resi-,
dents in the area of the tennis court.
Councilman Battaglia reported that the Rolling Hil.1s..Community,.,,,
Association is inviting bids for landscaping in the Main Gat0`-Tennis
Court area, and bids will be opened at the meeting of the Board on
Thursday, October 4th at 7:00 A.M. Mr. Battaglia said the'pplans wouldbe shown to the Tennis Committee.
�.,. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICERS
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ENGINEERING SERVICE, REVISIONS TO CITY MAP, SOUTH BAY ENGINEERING'
The Manager presented a proposal from South Bay Engineering
Q Corporation for revisions to the city map as follows:
Add all new tracts and lot splits
Add new easements and quit claims
Change easements in D.R. 150-A.area.
Prepare easement map
Prepare zoning map
t Mr. Raymond Quigley advised .that the engineering services, would
not exceed $2,000.00 and reporduction and photographic work is esti-,,....A._
mated at approximately $500.00.
A motion to approve and accept the proposal was made by'Council-
man Battaglia, seconded by Councilman Hesse and carried by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Battaglia, Hesse, Pearson, Mayor.Bear
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Heinsheimer
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the session, a`.
motion for adjournment was made at 11:55 P.M. by Councilman Battaglia,
seconded by Councilman Hesse and carried unanimously..
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APPROVED:
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