8/12/1974MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
August 12, 1974
A regular meeting of the City.Council was called to order by Mayor
pro tempore Heinsheimer at 7030 P.M. Monday, August 12, 1974 at the
Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills,
California,
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,.Mayor
protem Heinsheimer
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
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ALSO PRESENT: Teena Clifton City Manager
William Kinley City Attorney
June Cunningham Secretary
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Mrs. Marian Aylesbury Resident
Mr. & Mrs. Jas. Barnard "
Fred Barth "
Mrs, Pixie Breitenstein "
Mrs, Mary Lou Crocker "
Mrs. Carol Hanscom B1
Mrs. Lois Hitz
Fa Scott Hummel
Dr. Samuel Kim "
Miss Dore Pearson "
Mrs, Joan Saffo "
Gary Satterlee "
Gordon Shultz "
Steven Shultz "
Mrs. Suzanne Small
Carl Price "
Eric Heinsheimer "
William Ho Fain Palos Verdes Estates
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman.Crocker moved that the minutes of the.meeting of Julyg
1974 be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Le Conte;`
with the request that the minutes of the current meeting show that at
the meeting of July 8th she had stated that in future years she wished
the budget presentation made to the Council at least four weeks prior
to the Public Hearing on the budget, to give the Council an opportunity
to review the budget with the Community Association and staff, so that
they would be more familiar with the contents of the Budget at the
Public Hearing.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
ABSTAINED: Councilman Heinsheimer
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Councilman Crocker moved that the minutes of the meeting of July
22, 1974 be approved, The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose.
Councilwoman Le Conte asked that the minutes be corrected on page
12, Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District by eliminating the
first paragraph, since the -letter frog► Mrs; Curry did not arrive until
the day following the 'meetingtaMr'sa� Clifton suggested that the param
graph be corrected rather than deleted, since she had reported to the
Council at that meeting that she had spoken with Mrs. Curry, although
the letter had not been received at that tiimen
The motion was carried by the following roll call Grote
AYES, Councilmen.Crocker, Le Conte, Rose
NOES -6 None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
ABSTAZNBD2 Councilman Heinsheimer
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer explained that he had abstained frota
voting because he was absent from both meetings.
PROPOSED BUDGET, FISCAL YEAR 1974/.75 890
Use of Trails for Fire Breaks
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer opened discussion of a memorandum fr6m
Mrs, Joan Saffo, president of the Rolling Hills Community Associations
recommending a feasibility study regarding widening of bridle trails
to accommodate small fire fighting equipment, and to be used as fire
breaks throughout the City. Mrs. Saffo advised that a Caballeros
committee had estimated a cost of $2,000 for the necessary work to be
done under the jurisdiction of the City. Mayor Battaglia had referred
the matter to Councilman Crocker for review and comment,
Councilman Crocker reported that he had discussed the proposal
with Chief Paul Schneider, who indicated that the trails would feat be
adequate for handling fire equipment during a fire, and are not wide
enough to be effective as.fire breaks. Mrse Saffo said that following
the fire in June 1973, Mrti Robert Fortney, President of Caball,eeos least
year, had made a tour of the trails with Captain Conley of Bngnne
Company No. 56, who recommended that the trails be used in the future
for fire fighting equipment. Mrs. Saffo suggested that she and
Councilman Crocker meet with Captain Conley and Chief Schnol'&!r to
discuss the proposal further: Mayor pro tem Heinsheimet directed"thazr
the matter be removed from the matter until Councilman Crocker has
additional information to presents
Councilman Rose stated that a portion of the proposed Vire Oode
ordinance had been deleted, and he suggested that the Council reconsider
it; namely, that property owners be required to keep the easemdrits
Adjoining their property clear: if this d6ndi.ti:6n were part of the
ordinance, easemehts would be kept clear and could be used as fire
breaks, and the Cily-would be saved the possible expenditures
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LOCAL.AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION-- NOTICE OF HEARING' 932
The Manager presented copies of a notice of public hearing before
the Local Agency Formation Commission of Los Angeles County at 9:00 A.M.
August 14, 1974 on the application of Palos Verdes Library District for
annexation.of a portion.of .the City of.Rolling Hills Estates now receiv-
ing l.ibrary.service from Los -Angeles County and a.portion-of .the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes now receiving library service from Los Angeles
County..
Councilwoman Le Conte moved that the City Council send a letter
of support approving the request for the annexations. The motion was
seconded by Councilman.Croc'ker and carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmen.Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
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NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
PALOS VERDES PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 960
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer ordered discussion of a letter from
Mrso`:,Eleanor Curry, president of the Board of Educati n, held on the
ag8.hda until Mayor Battaglia returns.
COYOTES ON JOHNS,CANYON ROAD 970
The Mayor prow tem opened discussion of complaints received at the
Administration Office about coyotes in the Johns Canyon area.
:The Manager explained that residents in the Johns.Canyon Road area,
had come to the office on three occasions to complain that Mr. Gordon
Shultz, .10 Johns Canyon.Road, had two coyotes caged on his property,
and that mating of one of the coyotes with a german shepherd dog had
produced a -litter of pups that were roaming the area, killing kittens and
skunks°- In an -effort to save the domestic animals, Mrs. Jay Kuhne said
she was.leaving.,food on the trail to feed the coyotes; further, she
advised -Mrs. Clifton that a man on horseback had been menaced by the
coyote pupso ..Mrs. Clifton said she had also received complaints about.
the.coyotes.from residents of Westfield and the Portuguese Bend area,
which she.had referred to proper authorities.
1. Mra:Gordon Shultz stated that he had had two coyotes penned in cages
inspected and:.approved by representatives of the State Fish and Game
Commission, the Department of Animal Control and the Sheriff's. Depart-
ment; however, the coyotes had been released by unknown persons between
midnight and 5.30 A..M. August 12th. Mr. Shultz said his son had
trapped the animals by luring them into the cages with food, the trapping
was done in a humane manner, and for the protection of:the wild animals
which..are..rapidly disappearing from the area surrounding his ranch.
Although.the cross -bred animals might be more dangerous than the coyotes;
Mr. Shultz said there are more dangerous dogs roaming through the City
protected by the lack of a leash law.
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Mrs. Carol Hanscom, 12 Williamsburg Lane, agreed that the dogs are
a greater threat to chickens and kittens than the coyotes, and she
suggested that the American Kennel Club's list of vicious dogs, sent
to residents a few years ago, be circulated again. Mrs. Lois Hitz, 6
Poppy Trail, said she had seen a,coyote near her home, but had not
observed any viciousness. Miss Dore Pear8on,,'16 Chuckwagon Road
suggested that if the coyotes return tothe:cages, the females be spayed
to eliminate cross-breeding,''-Stepheri Shultz said the coyotes are not
aggressive, and it is hoped that they will return to their cages for
food. Rather than spay the females, he said it would be more desirable
to provide a male coyotes to restore pure-bred coyotes to the area.
.Councilman Rose suggested that the Council take no action at the
current meeting. Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer said he agreed that nothing
should be done until there has been time for the coyotes to return to
the cages for food,.and further, he suggested that Mrs. Kuhne be asked
not to feed the coyotes, in an effort to encourage them to return.
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer said he had observed the coyotes at close
range and had not seen any sign of viciousness; he agreed that it would
be desirable to provide a male coyote in an effort to establish a
family. The matter was held on the agenda for further consideration at
the next meeting.
DRIVE - REQUEST FO'R.VARIANC 1162
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A letter dated July 18, 1974 from Mr. Robert Johnson, 8 Eastfield
Drive, was presented to the Council.
,Mr. Johnson advised the Council that he has received a building
permit and is in the process of constructing a stable, and the permit
specifies Koppers treated shingles in conformity with the new require-
ment for fire retardant roofing. Because the stable is a minimum of 100'
from any dwelling in the area, because there are no treated shingles on
the Johnson residence, which was built prior to the adoption of the
requirement, and because of the cost of the Koppers treated shingles,
which would cost an additional $360.00, Mr. Johnson has requested a
variance to allow the stable to be roofed with the same type shingle
used on his house.
Councilman Crocker moved that the Council deny Mr. Johnson's re-
quest and any other request for a variance from requirements fore fire-
proof roofing. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Le Conte, who
said that when the last request was granted the Council had stated that
no further variances would be granted. Councilman Rose said he was
opposed to granting the last request, and suggested that it become the
policy of the Council not to grant any more such requests.
The motion to deny the request for a variance was carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
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ROBERT DUNN, 2 POPPY °TRAIL 1208
.Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer opened discussion of the Robert Dunn
property, 2 Poppy'Trail. Dr. Samuel Kim, 7 Poppy 'Trail, advised the
Council that he was present to hear the deliberations regarding Mr.
Dunn's property.
Mrs. Clifton said that copies of a letter from Mr, Dunn dated
July 27, 1974, stating that he would be willing to proceed with the
sale ofa portion of #2 Poppy Trail to the City at the original $20,000
price, had been sent to all members of the Council. In his letter Mr.
Dunn had stated that his offer to sell the property at the original
price was contingent upon the followingo Closing date of September 30,
1974;'lifting'of the moratorium on the existing building permit, and
approval by the architectural committee of a new barn location.
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Codhcilwoman Le Conte asked whether the escrow could be closed in
the time specified by Mr. Dunn. Mr. Kinley explained there is no
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escrow in the transaction; he said he has ordered the Policy of Title
Insurance from Title Insurance and Trust, and upon receiving proof that
the title is free and clear of defect, Mr. Dunn will be paid and the
deed will be recorded and returned to the City. Mr. Kinley said there
is ample time to accomplish this within the specified time limit,
since he has already ordered the Policy of Title Insurance. .
,'Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer said he had noted from the minutes of the
last meeting, which he did not attend, that the Council had not lifted
the moratorium on the building permit, and asked whether the Council is
in a position to lift the moratorium. Councilman Crocker said he is
prepared to move that the moratorium be lifted, and.that the City proceed
with acquisition of the land for a riding ring° Councilwoman Le Conte
aid'she thought the two proposals should be separated and accomplished
by separate motions.
Dr. Samuel Kim addressed the City Council and said when the
moratorium on the building permit was imposed, it was his understanding
that it would not be lifted until the County gave some assurance that
it approved proceeding with building; Dr. Kim asked whether the County
had given approval, and Mrs. Clifton said copies of approval from the
Engineering Geology Section of the County Engineer and approved reports
by private geological firms had been obtained and were available in City,
files for inspection. Dr..Xim asked that a copy of the County's
approval be sent to him, since permanent water service has not been
restored to the area.- Mrs. Clifton said copies of the reports had been
sent to the California Water Service Company, and service will soon be
restored by installation of permonent lines. The Manager said copies
of all County reports would be sent to Dr. Kim.
The Manager advised the Council that one of the agenda items is
approval of Tentative Tract 32071, consisting of the parcel on which Mr.
Dunn plans to build his home and the parcel the City wishes to purchase
for a riding ring. Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer said he wished to defer
action on the Tentative Tract map until Mayor Battaglia is present, since
none of the other members of the present Council had considered a
tentative map, and there is ample time. With regard to the moratorium
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on the building permit, the Mayor pro tem said he would also prefer to
defer action on that item until the Mayor is present. Councilman
Crocker said lifting the moratorium is a condition of Mr. Dunn's offer
to sell the property to the City, which can be withdrawn at any time,
and said that unless there is evidence that the reports of the County
are incorrect, it is the obligation of the Council to proceed with
lifting the moratorium on the building permit.
Dr. Kim advised the Council that there is still movement on his
property, and private geologists hired by Robert Dunn's insurance
company have done extensive work on his pad; the results of their
study should be available within two weeks. Dr. Kim said his attorney
is attempting to obtain these reports prepared by the insurance
company's geologist, Oonverse-Davis and Forsythe. He asked that the
Council wait for those reports, since the County's approval has been
based on evidence submitted by Mr. Burce Lockwood, Mr. Dunn's geologist.
Councilman Crocker moved that the Council accept the County
Engineer's assurance that Mr. Dunn has a safe building site, and proceed
with approval of the transaction as outlined in Mr. Dunn's letter.
The motion died for lack of a second, and Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
said he thought theconditions in Mr. Dunn's letter should be considered
separately.
Mrs. Mary Lou Crocker, 10 Crest Road West, asked whether Mr.
Lockwood and the County were willing to assume financial liability for
any further damage to Dr,, Kim's property if the Council accepted their
reports and lifted the moratorium on the building permit. Mr. Kinley
said Mr. Lockwood is reponsible for any representations or errors in
judgement made in making a report relating to the stability of a. , I
building site. Mrs. Velma Matthews asked who would be responsible for
damages if Dr. Kim's property suffers additional damage during con-
struction on the Dunn property, and Mr. Kinley said Mr. Dunn would be
liable, not the City,so long as it follows its obligations and duties
enjoined upon it by the Government Code with relation to inspection of
property.
Dr. Kim said the geological reports of his property might not be
available to him; he asked whether the Council could obtain the reports.,
Mr. Kinley asked Dr. Kim whether any geologists had been hired by him
or his.insurance company to report on the problem on his property,,,Dr,�-V
Kim said none had. Councilman Rose said Dr. Kim's attorney would be irl'
a better position to subpoena records on Dr. Kim's property than the
City would, and recommended to Dr. Kim that he ask his attorney to;..,
continue to try to obtain the reports.
Mr. Kinley asked when the moratorium on the building will expire,,
Mrs. Clifton explained that the moratorium, when originally imposed, had
a time limit, but was then extended indefinitely by the Council when the
matter came up for reconsideration, and would not be lifted until the
Council was assured khat the ,geology report -c, Yuaad been approved. Council. -
man Rose stated for the record that he wEts- w-.21.11Lng to make t -he r1.ioticjn
and vote affirmatively at such t-ime as Mr. Dunn's insurance company
provides Dr. Kim with a copy of their reports to assure him that his
property is stable. Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer suggested that Mr.
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Dunn be advised in a letter that the Council will hold the matter for
an additional two weeks to enable him to furnish the reports to Dr.
Kim.
.Mr. Kinley said the Council's action in imposing a moratorium on
the building permit was based on the necessity of.Mr. Dunn and his
geologist to submit to the County evidence that the remedial work had
been done, and his building site was stable; such evidence has been
submitted, Mr. Kinley said, Councilman Heinsheimer said that in
addition the Council wished assurance that there was no danger to
the Kim or other adjoining properties, and all additional information
would be'wielcome; in fairness to Dr. Kim he thought the matter of the
moratorium should be extended, but for not more than two weeks, in.
order to meet the September 30th deadline indicated in Mr., Dunn's
letter.
Mr..Kinley asked that the record show.that he is.opposed to the
Council's taking on the obligation of proving that Dr. Kim's property
is stable, and said that he would consider it necessary for Dr..Kim to
determine that the slippage is not on his property before entering
litigation against another property owner for damages to his home. Mrs.
Clifton stated that no report had been made to the City, the County
Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist that Dr. Kim had detected move-
ment in his home prior to rupture of a water line on Poppy Trail, and
at that time Mr. Dunn's geology had already been approved. Further,
the Manager said the County Engineering Geology Section would not con=
tact a private geology firm and request information that has not been
submitted to them for review.
Councilman.Crocker moved that Mr. Kinley be authorized to proceed
with acquisition of the title report for the property for purchase by
the City for $20,000, a's offered by Mr. Dunn. The motion was seconded
by Councilman. Rose and carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen.Crocker, Le Conte, Rose
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer
NOES:. None
ABSENT,. Mayor Battaglia
A motion to authorize the expenditure of $2.0,000 for the property
if the offer was still good, and if the Council still wished to accept
it, was made by Councilman Rose, seconded by Councilman Crocker and
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
Mr. Kinley advised the Council that a
on the property providing that if Parcel 1
for a rr1ftng.,.ring, it must be reserved for
any time -have, a residence built on it.
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Councilman -Crocker moved that, tentative map for Tract 32071
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be approved. The motion was s,econded by Councilman Rose'and,carried by
the following roll call vote-,
AYES: Councilmqn.,Qrocker, Rose, Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
NOES*- Councilwoman,Le,Conte
ABSENT: Mayor BAtaglia
UNDERGROUND FOR.PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD SOUTH OF CREST ROAD 1899
Councilwoman Le Conte reported that she had walked the entire
area on Portuguese Bend,Road south of C ' rest Road in whichunderground
utilities will be installed, and had discussed the matter with Mrs.
Crocker regarding the concern of residents on Cinchring Road about the
way the lines will be brought in. Residents on Cinchring Road are
fearful that if lines are installed across the canyon between
Portuguese Bend Road and Cinchring Road as planned, future plans for
undergrounding on Cinchring Road woul be impaired permanently. Residents
in.-the-area,suggested that lines to Cinchring Road and Portuguese Bend
Road be brought in from Crest Road on separatelcables, which would
eliminate the necessity of bringing the lines across the canyon between
the two roads. Councilwoman Le Conte said she had made the recommenda-
tion to the General Telephone.Company, who agreed tha, it provided a
workable solution at no cost to the homeowners. Further, they
indicated a willingness to discuss the matter with homeowners in the
area. Mrsd Crocker said she had discussed the matter with representa-
tives of General Telephone, and was told that it would be possible for
them to increase their cables in existing conduit underground.,but it
was doubtfulthat Southern California Edison could increase their
service without digging up their installations. The Manager then
showed a map of the area, and indicated which lines have not been
restored following the fire in June 1973; the lines are still on the
ground. Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer directed that the map be marked
Exhibit "A",for the record. Councilwoman Le Conte said the present,
estimate for undergrounding is,$9,390, and she asked the Manager
whether she anticipates any additional costs. Yrs. Clifton said she
is updating trenching bits but they 'a-re—not in yet, but she hoped the
job would be done within the $10,000 proposed in the new budget.
Councilwoman Le Conte moved apprnovalafInstallation of under -
grounding for the area of Portuguese Bend Road, south'of Crest Road,
as shown on Exhibit "A" at a cost designated in the Budget, the sum
-not to exceed $10,000. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker
and carried by the followingrollcall vote-.
AVES:Councilmen Cro ' cket Rose,
Councilwoman Conte
NOES: None
ABSENT:__.. Mayor Battaglia
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Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
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Councilwoman Le Conte reported that the Joint Resolution of the
Cities of Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills
Estates and Rolling Hills Requesting the Southern California Rapid
Transit District to Provide Transportation Planning Consulting
Setvices to Develop Plans for Near Term Public Transit Improvement
on the Palos Verdes Peninsula had.been referred to her by Mayor
Battaglia at the last meeting. She had discussed the matter with
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,Mr.,George Brewster of Rapid Transit District, Councilwoman Le
Conte said, he,said the Citieswouldhave some input into the plan
under a resolution adopted by the SCRTID Board,
Councilwoman Le Conte said that after studying the resolution
she felt that the.wording put the City in a vulnerable position, and
.she asked Council's approval to submit a proposal to amend the reso;..;
lution for the Council's review. Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer asked
Councilwoman Le Conte to submit her recommendations to the Council
at the next meeting 'and ordered the matter held on the agenda.
Further, he asked Councilwoman Le Conte to advise the other cities
of her proposed amendments to the joint resolution.
SEISMIC SAFETY AND SAFETY ELEMENT 110
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t- . Mrs. Clifton advised the Council that in her memorandum dated
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r-• August 5, 1974 she had elaborated on the costs of participating in a
Jbint-Geo-Technical Report for.Seismic and Seismic Safety Element as
compared,with the cost of having the report prepared independently,
and because of the obvious financial advantages of participating with
,Rolling Hills Estates and Rancho Palos Verdes, it was her recommenda-
ti6n.that the Council approve expenditure of $2,900 for participation
with the other cities. The element is required by lav as part of the
General Plan.
I A motion to approve expenditure of $2,900 as requested by the
City 'Manager -was made by Councilman Crocker, seconded by Councilman
Roseandcarried by the following roll call vote:
AYES.- Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,
-Mayor pro tem Heinsh6imer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
.RE.P.O.R.T.S. OF. N0.N-.d.0.N,P.LI.A.N.CE WITH ORDINANCE NO-. 83, FIRE.CODE 160
.Councilman Crocker said he has been advised that a few residents
still have,not complied with Ordinance No. 83 with respect to clearing
their property of combustible weeds. Councilman Crocker said the
Council has an obligation to those residents who have complied with
theFireCode to bring an action against those residents who have not
complied in spite of repeated contact by the.Fire Department, County
Agriculture Department and City administration. Mrs. Clifton said
each property owner who had not complied was sent an individual letter
following the last meeting and she suggested that residents who have not
yet complied becontactedby telephone and advised that the Council
is anxious to have the weeds cleared because of the fire hazard.
Mayor'pro tem Heinsheimer authorized the Manager to move forward to
do whatever is necessary to bring the remainder of the'"City ^into
compliance with =the Fire Code.
Mrs'. Clifton reported that one of the properties on Williamsburg
Lane will be sold at auction during the last week in in
August, and '
vi,ew of the circumstances of the sale, it is noe.likely that the owner
will comply with the requirements of the FireCode. Councilman Crocker
moved that the City Attorney be authorized to take whatever legal
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action i& necessary.to have the..weeds removed prior to.the sale, and
have the charge for the work attached as a lien on the property. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen -Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,
Mayor pro.tem Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENTo Mayor Battaglia
1974 STATE PARD BOND ACT - APPLICATION FOR STATE GRANT 235
Councilman Crocker requested that the matter be held on the
agenda. The Mayor pro tem so ordered,
SUBDIVISION REQUIREMENT STUDY - PLANNING COMMISSION 236
Mayor pro tempore requested that the topic be put at the
beginning of the agenda, and that a public hearing be scheduled at
the next regular meeting of the City Council, Further, he asked that
Planning Commission Chairman Pernell be invited to attend the hearing,
and that all residents of the City be advised of the hearing in the
Newsletter; further, that excerpts from the minutes of the meetings
of the Planning Commission at which the net vs gross requirements for
subdvision were discussed be made available for interested residents.
The matter was held on the agenda.
TRAFFIC MONITORING AND TRAFFIC SAFETY SYSTEM 258
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer said .the subject of traffic monitor-
ing and a traffic safety system for the City of Rolling Hills be held
in abeyance pending a report by the joint cities on the Peninsula
reviewing a potential common police policy, and an evaluation of the
success of the present deployment of Sheriff's cars under the newly
adopted plan. It was his recommendation that the matter be removed
from the agenda for 90 days, pending receipt of the report.
OIL AND GAS LEASE SALE 270
Councilman Heinsheimer said he had reviewed documentation sent
to him by Councilwoman Le Conte. which stated that cities which are
directly involved could make their own plan. Since the City of Roil i.z.g
Hills has no coastline, Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer directed that the
matter be removed from the agenda.
PROPOSED BUDGETS 1974/75 - SALARY RECOMMENDATIONS 275
Mayor ,pro tem Heinsheimer advised the Council that he had met
with the City Manager and Mrs. Joan Saffo, President of the Rolling
Hills Community Association Board of Directors, and had approved the
submittal for salary increases for fiscal 1974,75. It was his
recommendation that the Council approve the recommendations retro-
active to July 1, 19740
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A motion to approve salary increases in the budget, retroactive
to the beginning of the Fiscal Year was made by Councilman Rose, and
seconded by Councilwoman Le Conte, and carried by the following roll
call voted
AYES: Councilmen Crocker Le Conte, Rose,
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer stated that he concurs with the
decision of the Council to eliminate the Classification Seddy from the
budget.
RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT 282
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�--a Councilwoman Le Conte reported that the two 1/2(� sales taxes will
be on the November ballot,and she suggested that the Council support the
measure, since the Rapid. . Transit District -.has accepted the recommeidat-Lon
Q _of the City. Legislation for Federal funding as amended by
Congressman Anderson, which would benefit Rolling Hills, is still pend-
ing, Councilwoman Le Conte reported, and she had been asked for help
in the legislation, and said that the Council would support it in due
time,
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COMMERCIAL USE O OF PROPERTY IN ROLLING _HILLS 287
Councilwoman Le Conte requested that the matter be held for the
next meeting. Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer so ordered.
APPLICATION FOR RATE INCREASE - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 289
Councilwoman Le Conte said she had discussed the request for a
rate increase by Southern California Edison Company with representatives
of the company in view of the announcement that they had realized a
67% increase in profit during recent months. Councilwoman Le Conte said
she had discussed with them recurring outages in the Williamsburg Lane
area, and reported that Southern California Edison is now doing an in--
depth study of the causes -for. these outages and is taking steps to pre-
vent,.their recurrence. A report will be made as s-oon as_the•study is
completed. The hearings on the application for a rate increase are -not
scheduled until after the first of the year, and Councilwoman Le Conte
said she -would hope to have improved service in the City prior to"sup-
porting any reque-sfor making any recommendations regarding`a-rate
increase.
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer ordered the matter held on the agenda.
WEED ABATEMENT PRIVATE. CONTRACTOR VS COUNTY AGRICULTURE DEPT - ._.__p 296
Councilman Crocker said he had discussed with Mrs. Saffo Council-
woman Le Conte°s complaint that the County had cleared her weeds and
charged it to her tax bill, in spite of the arrangements she had made
with a private contractor. It was their opinion that this must not
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happen since the Agriculture Department charges substantially more than
a private contractor, and they should not do the job until the deadline
for compliance has expired. Councilman Crocker asked that the matter
be removed from the agenda for a month to give him time to prepare a
report on the matter. The Mayor so ordered.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
City of Rolling Hills 302
Councilman Rose moved that Demands No. 3903 through 3930, with
the exception of No. 3908 and 3913, which were voided, and No. 3909,
which should be paid by the Association, be paid from the General
Fund in the amount of $4,4050630
The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES.- Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT.- Mayor Battaglia
Miraleste Pool
330
Councilman Crocker moved that Demands No. 1115 through 1121 in the
amount of $1,642,96 be paid from the Pool Fund. The motion was
seconded by Councilwoman Le Conte and carried by the following roll call
vote.-
AYES.- Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
CITY ATTORNEY
RESOLUT`10.N NO. 319 339
Councilman Crocker moved that Resolution No. 319 entitled:
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 314 ENTITLED \"A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS,FIXING THE TIME AND KACE FOR
THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY BOARD OF SAID CITY,
AND FEES TO BE PAID TO THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS FOR FILING AN ENVIRON-
MENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND APPEALING FROM A DECISION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY BOARD, AS REQUIRED BY SECTIONS 8, 17 and 19 OF ORDINANCE NO,
U®33 AS AMENDED", and that reading in full be waived.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Le_- Conte, Rose
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
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352
1 The City'Attorney reported that he will present a proposed ordi-
nance -at 'the next meeting -designed to enforce action against violations
of Assoniation Deed Restrictions with regard to maintenance and upkeep
of property, and provide for placing a lien on properties and giving;
the City authority to contract to have necessary work done or do it
with City employees.
CITY,DEPARTMENTS""
SHERIFF,'S DEPARTMENT REPORT 361
The Sheriff's Department Report for April 1974 was presented to the
Council. The report was received and filed.
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X FIRE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT 362
The Fire Department Activity Report for Stine 1974 was presented
to the Council. The report was received and filed.
DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CONTROL 363
The report of the Department of Animal Control for Fiscal Year
July 1, 1973 to June 30, 1974 was presented to the Council. The.report
was received and filed.
MATTERS FROM THE AUDI.E.N.CE.
,TENCF, IN CINCHRING ROAD EASEMENT, MRS VELMA MATTHEWS
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Mr.s-*,_`Velma:.Matthews, 11 Cinchring Road, advised the Council that
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when she Ptdff �t_he former owner, Mr., Cecil Sha'
ver had posted
• bond with the City for removal of fencing in the easement, and had sent
• check in the amount of $288.00 for replacement of 120 feet of fence
at $2.40 A.foot to the City to be released to Mrs. Matthews after the
Council released.the bond. After the fence was removed, Mrs. Matthews
said she realized that the curve is very dangerous and unsafe, and she
requested that the fence be relocated in the easement from which it had
been removed. She had appeared before the Board of Directors on August
1st on the matter, and they had referred the matter to the,City's Traffic
Committee for a recommendation. Members of the Board of Directors ofht
Association who had viewed the curve agreed that it was unsafe without
some type of protection, and suggested that a guard rail with reflectors
might be used;. Mrs., Saffo advised the Council that the Board would not
under any condition, approve relocation of the fence in the easement,
since a fence would not be sufficient to keep a -car from going off the
road. Mrs. Matthews asked that she be permitted to meet with the
.Traffic Safety Committee.
The City.Attorney said the fence had been removed from the easement
as a condition of subdivision, and the bond had been posted by the sub-
divider as a guarantee that the work.�._.would be done. Since the bond
ran to the City the check from the'g-ubdivider should have been made
in favor of the City to be paid on d6-mand by Mrs. Matthews following
relocation of the fence in an approv`e-d.locqtion.
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MATTERS FROM THE COUNCIL
August 12 1974
440
Mayor pro tempore Heinsheimer asked whether it would be possible to
control the rate of building following subdivision of land compatible
with re -growth of landscaping and natural growth. Councilman Crocker
said it might be more desirable to have all, construction accomplished
at one time and get it over with. Councilman Rose suggested that an
Environmental Impact Report on construction might be advisable.
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICERS
GATE OPERATION COSTS
5•1
The City Attorney recommended that since the City's Budget includes
an allocation of funds to pay 25% of the Gate costs, on the basis that
it is part of the safety force of the City, the City and Association
should enter into an agreement, and he said he would prepare an
agreement authorizing the expenditure for the next meeting.
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COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACT_(CETA) 585
The Manager presented copies of the Subagreement for participation
in the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act, sen-, to the City by
the Manpower Programs Division, Office of the Director of Personnel,
Los Angeles County. The Department of Labor has approved the date of
August 1, 1974 as appropriate for the hiring of all participants, and
Mrs. Clifton advised the Council that she has requested a grounds-
keeper and had received approval.
A motion to approve the subagreement and authorize its execution'
was made by Councilman Rose, seconded by Councilwoman Le Conte and
carried by the following roll call vo_te.:.._
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Le Conte, Rose,
Mayor pro tem Heinsheimer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Battaglia
DISCLOSURE OF ASSETS
The Manager distributed
of Assets, required by State
completed documents are to be
City Clerk.
ADJOURNMENT 620
614
forms for filing statements of Disclosure
Law, and advised the Council that the
filed with the County Clerk, not With the
There being no further business to come before.the meeting, the
session was adjourned at 11:30 P..M.
City Clark
APPROVED:
Mayor m14®
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