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MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
December 22, 1975
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order at
7:30 P.M. Monday, December 22, 1975 by Mayor Heinsheimer at the
Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills,
California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
Teena Clifton
William Kinley
June Cunningham
Mrs. K. Goldreyer
Mrs. V. Matthews
Dr. & Mrs. R. Oas
Mrs. G. Swanson
Mr. K. Watts
City Manager
City Attorney
Secretary
Resident
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The -Mayor ordered minutes of the meetings of December 8 and Decem-
ber 18, 1975 held for,the next meeting.
ENVICOM CORPORATION
Mayor Heinsheimer set a public hearing on the Draft Policy Report
1on the Safety and Seismic Safety Elements of the General Plan, prepared
by Envicom Corporation, for Monday, January 12, 1976 at 7:30 P.M.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT 14
The Financial Statement for November 1975 was approved and accepted
on the motion of Councilman Crocker, seconded by Councilman Rose and
carriea by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
PAYMENT OF BILLS
A motion to approve payment of Demands No. 5008 through 5024 in
the amount of $57,751.29 from the General Fund was made by Councilman
Crocker, seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
TIME EXTENSION - AGREEMENTS FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES 25
The City Attorney recommended that the Council execute the document
from the Chief Administrative Officer of Los Angeles County extending
Animal Control Services through June 30, 1976. A motion to approve and
authorize the Mayor to execute the document was made by Councilman Rose,
seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
PROPOSED ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE 33
Mayor Heinsheimer said that because of the present four -member
composition of the Council and the up -coming election, he wished to
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defer adoption of certain sections of the proposed Animal Control
Ordinance until after the elections He suggested that for adminis-
trative reasons, Section 1205, Limit on Number of Dogs, Section 1206
and ARTICLE XIII, Permits for More than Three Dogs be eliminated from
the proposed ordinance and considered for possible addition after the
election. Mr. Kinley advised the Council that the legal procedure
would be to consider controversial items firsts Councilman Crocker
said it is absolutely essential that as much of the ordinance as
possible be passed immediately, since there is a need for an ordinance
which has provisions for biting, barking, chasing, etc.
Following discussion Councilman Crocker moved that a public
hearing on all provisions of the proposed Animal Control Ordinance,
with the exception of Sections 1205 and 1206 and ARTICLE XIII be set
for January 26, 1975° The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES. Councilmen Crocker, Rose, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
Councilman Crocker moved that a hearing on Sections 1205 and 1206
and ARTICLE XIII of the proposed Animal Control Ordinance also be
scheduled for January 26, 1975° The motion was seconded by Councilman
Pernell and failed to carry on the following roll call vote.
AYES. Councilmen Crocker and Pernell
NOES: Councilman Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
Councilman Pernell moved that the hearing on Sections 1205, 1206
and ARTICLE XIII be held on March 8, 1976. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Rose. The Manager advised the Council that although
March 8 is the first meeting following the election, new members of
the Council would not be sworn in until after the returns are canvassed
on March 9. Councilman Pernell moved that the public hearing be
scheduled for March 15, 1976, after the new Council members have taken
the oath of office. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker and
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES. Councilmem Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
NOES. Councilman Rose
PARKING FOR HANDICAPPED 193
Councilman Rose advised the Council that he had worked with
Assemblyman Alan Sieroty on a bill which was submitted to the Legis-
lature and eventually signed by the Governor. Known as the "Blue
Curb Law", the bill provides for special parking for handicapped or
disabled persons with special license plates. Following enactment of
the bill, the City of Torrance adopted an ordinance to implement the
law, and Councilman Rose asked that the City Council consider a similar
ordinance to enable enforcement of the law.in Rolling Hills, and that
one or two blue parking spaces at the rear of the City Hall be reserved
for such needs. Councilman Rose distributed copies of the Torrance
ordinance, and asked that Mr. Kinley draft an appropriate proposed
ordinance for Rolling Hills, with penalty provision of $25°00 fine
and/or tow away for violators. A space 12' wide would be required,
and Councilman Rose said there is a space in the existing parking lot
which would be satisfactory, and he would discuss the specific location
with the Manager.
LEASE OF TENNIS COURTS 218
Copies of a document providing for lease of the tennis courts by
the City of Rolling Hills to the Rolling Hills Community Association
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for the sum of $2,750 a year, which is 5% of the cost of the courts
as computed by the treasurer, for a period of twenty years, with the
right to renew the lease at the end of twenty years for an additional
thirty years at $200 a year, were distributed to the Council. Mr.
Kinley explained that at the end of the initial twenty year period the
ity would have recovered its capital investment with interest.
Councilman Rose moved that the lease, effective July 1, 1975, be
pproved and executed by the City. The motion was seconded by Council-
man, Crocker and carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY 229
Mr. Kinley advised the Council that he had been presented with a
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laim against the City of Rolling Hills for injuries and damages
ustained by a horse on a trail in Rolling Hills, and that a similar
�21aim had been filed with the Rolling Hills Community Association. Mr.
�inley said the letter did not specify on which trail, neither did it
tate how much damage was sustained, or whether the owner of the horse
Nas in the City with permission or was a trespasser. Mr. Kinley recom-
mended 'that a notice of denial of the claim be forwarded to the claimant
and to her attorneys.
A motion to accept the recommendation of the City Attorney was
made by Councilman Crocker, seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen'Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer
IDJOURNMENT 236
The Mayor announced that all other agenda items would be considered
at the next regular meeting of the Council on Monday, January 12, 1976.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
APPROVED:
Mayor
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MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
January 12, 1976
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order at
7:30 P.M. Monday, January 12, 1976 by Mayor Heinsheimer at the Admin-
istration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California,
ROLL_ CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
Councilman Rose
Teena Clifton
William Kinley
June Cunningham
Richard Anderson
Thomas Trapp
Wolfgang Daniel
Kip Goldreyer
Carol Hanscom
Arlene Lawler
Velma Matthews
Patti Meyer
Dr, Richard Oas
John Stern
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City Manager
City Attorney
Secretary
Planning Advisor
Envicom
Resident
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Councilman Crocker moved that the minutes of the meeting of
December 8, 1975 and December 18, 1975 be approved and accepted as
corrected. The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
ABSENT: Councilman Rose
Councilman Crocker moved that the minutes of the meeting of
December 22, 1975 be approved and accepted as presented. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
ABSENT: Councilman Rose
PUBLIC HEARING, DRAFT POLICY REPORT, SAFETY AND SEISMIC SAFETY ELEMENTS 255
Mayor Heinsheimer opened a Public Hearing to consider the Draft
Policy Report on the Safety and Seismic Safety Elements of the General
Plan, prepared by Envicom Corporation, and received for the file corres-
pondence dated December 19, 1975 from the Rolling Hills Planning Commis-
sion, and from California Water Service Company, dated January 8, 1976,
commenting on the policy report.
Mr. Thomas Trapp, Staff Scientist for Envicom, advised the Council
that the Draft Policy Report was based on findings in the Technical Data
Base for Seismic Safety and Public Safety Elements to the General Plan,
prepared by Envicom, and approved and accepted by the Council in October,
1975°
Three types of hazards, seismic, flooding and fire are discussed
in the report, and Mr. Trapp said that Rolling Hills is relatively safe
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compared to other cities studied, with the principle seismic problems
groundshaking, due to local faults; landslide risks in various areas of
the City; and possible danger of water damage resulting from -ground
shaking which could cause damage to water impoundments located within
the city. There is no hazard posed by tidal waves, liquefaction or
surface action from Cabrillo fault, which runs through the City, but is
nactive. While there is a mud -flow danger in some canyons, especially
fter a fire, there is no major flooding or inundation danger, Mr. Trapp
aid. The major fire danger is structure fire; brush fire hazard has
een reduced by development and control of brush.
Mr. Trapp explained that the policy report addresses what steps
the City should take in dealing with the known hazards, and recommends
that the. City adopt the 1973 Uniform Building Code and have it reviewed
by a qualified structural engineer to make sure that the earthquake
regulations are sufficient. Envicom now wishes to amend the recommenda-
tion to the 1976 Uniform Building Code, which was not available when the
X policy report was prepared. Mr. Trapp said there is substantial improve-
-; meet in requirements regarding earthquake safety in the 1976 Code, and
,would be adequate to protect single family low-rise structures such as
.-zresid.ences built in Rolling Hills. A further recommendation is that the
,,,City develop in accordance with Los Angeles County fire flow and access
standards. Mrs. Clifton explained that although access standards have
not been adopted, the Los Angeles County Fire Department requirement of
1250 gpm fire flow is required for all subdivisions, although the flow
is less in existing development. Mr. Trapp said that where existing land
use is determined by inspection to be in danger of damage from a seismic
event, or an unusual fire hazard, an effort to -up -grade the property
should be made to reduce risk. A regular review of the City's emergency
plan should be conducted, he said, and an effort should be made to in-
crease public awareness of emergency procedures.
Mayor Heinsheimer said he considered the Draft Policy Report an
xcellent general report applicable to the entire Peninsula area, but
less applicable to Rollipg Hills in particular because of some limita-
tions in the City of Rolling Hills, and he asked if it would be possible
to eliminate from the policy report those specific items which do not
apply to the city. Mr. Trapp said the draft report could be revised as
the Council wishes. Councilman Pernell agreed that the report was too
general, and said the Council is asking for specific direction. Mr.
Trapp said the recommendation of the Planning Commission was also that
specific items not applicable to Rolling Hills be deleted from the report.
Councilman Crocker asked Mr. Trapp to comment on the recommenda-
tion that construction in canyon areas be prohibited, and Mr. Trapp said
the prohibition was included at the request of Mrs. Clifton, and the
basic reason was the danger of flash flooding and mud flow hazards in
canyon bottoms. Councilman Crocker asked what obligation the City has
to correct any deficiencies defined in the report. Mr. Kinley said the
City is obligated to re -design its requirements in accordance with pre-
vailing standards. The Mayor thereafter closed the Public Hearing.
Following the discussion Mayor Heinsheimer said the report needs
more work to make it applicable to Rolling Hills, and he recommended
that Mr. Trapp meet with the Planning Commission and work with them on
amending the policy report. Further, he asked that the City Manager and
City Attorney review the report- for accuracy before returning it to
the Council. The matter was ordered held on the agenda for a revised
policy report to be presented to the Council
PUBLIC HEARING, PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE, LOT COVERAGE 489
Mayor Heinsheimer opened a Public Hearing to consider a proposed
amendment to Section 3.04, Lot Coverage, ARTICLE III of Ordinance No. 33,
referred to the Council by the Planning Commission with a recommendation
for adoption.
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Pla,rriin.g Commissioner Carol Hanscom: <<d4,i.sed the Cci.,rc ll that the
proFosed cr•rzi.na•nc.e is intended to define, rather' than charge lot coverage
by de:'',ning ;ghat is considered a structure, and by specifying what percent-
age of the lot could be covered by structures, and in addition, what per-
centage of the total, lot could be disturbed to accommodate paving as well
as construction. Mrs. Clifton. advised the Council that theBoard Gf Di-,
rectors of the. Rolling Hills Community Association now requires that
plans submitted for a residence show the total planned development of the
lot when plans are submitted. Commissioner Stern said a further require-
ment of the proposed ordinance would be 200' in a legal location for a
stable with ingress and egress for same. Mrs. Clifton said the access
requirement is for vehicular access, Commissioner Stern said if the ac-
cess is riot paved it would not be included in the percentage permitted
for development. Coun.ci.lman. Pernell said such limitations force the
developer of a property to think and plan ahead to make provision for
a stable by reserving a site. Councilman Crocker said lots are adver-
tised. as "horse lots", "tennis lots", etc,, and he objected to the need
for variance to permit construction of these facilities, since variances
destroy the credibility of the Planning Commission and City Council..
In the discussion. Mr. Wolfgang Daniel, 2 Eastfield, asked the
purpose of restricting lot area to limit construction, Mrs. Velma.
Matthews, 1.1 Cinchring Road asked that "unenclosed" service yards be
stricken from the proposed amendment, since service yards are supposed
to be enclosed. Mrs. Kip Goldreyer, 3 Quail Ridge Road North, said a
stable should be required in the amendment, and Mrs, Arlene Lawler,
15 Middleridge Lane North said the requirement needs clarification, since
the recommendation is that a stable or an area suitable for a stable be
required. Mayor Heinsheimer thereafter closed the Public Hearing.
Councilman Crocker said he is generally in favor of the proposed
amendment, and thought it should apply to existing as well as new con-
struction. Councilman Pernell said the ordinance, if adopted, could
eliminate creeping development, and would force the owner or developer
to consider the total development by showing the limit permitted. The
burden of compliance would be on the developer, rather than on the
Planning Commission, he said.
Mr. Kinley reported that he had discussed the proposed amendment
with Planning Commissioners Hanscom and Stern who were present at the
meeting, and then• had. agreed that "swimming pools" should bE shown only
as construction, not paving, Councilman Crocker moved that the proposed
amendment be approved; the motion died for lack of a seconds
Mayor Heinsheimer asked the City Attorney to work with the entire
Planning Commission to c'lar9.f'y the requirements of the proposed ordinance,
and the Mayor said he would attend the next meeting of the Planning Com-
mission. Further, he directed that residents be advised that the matter
will again be before the City Council at the next regular meeting, and
ordered it held on the agenda.
T"FMORANDUM FROM PLANNING COMMISSION RE. DRIVEWAY PAVING POLICY 894
In a memorandum dated January 6, 1976 the Planning Commission
advised the City Council that a Driveway Paving Policy approved by the
City Engineer was adopted on December 16, 1975° A copy of `he policy
specifying requirements for all driveways, visitor parking - :.as and
similar vehicular c_:rculation areas, and requirements for driveway areas
used as access to more than one lot or parcel of land was included.
Ccunc lmmn Crocker moved that the recommendation be approved and
adopted, and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an amendment to
the Building Code, The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and
carded by the following roll. call vote-
AYES- Councilmembers Crocker; Pernell, Mayor, Heinsheimer
ABSENT: Councilman Rase.
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RECOMMENDATION FROM BOARD OF DIRECTORS RE: USE 0'F STEEL POSTS 1015
Copies of the minutes of the meeting.of the Board of Directors
of the Rolling Hills Community Association on October 2, 1975, recom-
mending that steel posts be used for traffic signs in problem areas
were distributed.
Councilman Crocker said he had discussed the recommendation with
representative of the Board of Directors, and said it was the consen-
us that steel posts are more dangerous and could cause more severe in-
jury in an accident than a wooden post, and use of steel posts should be
restricted to areas that are a constant problem because of vandalism on
signs. The Manager said there are three or,four sites which are con-
stantly target areas for vandalism. She was instructed to try steel
posts in those locations and report the results to the Council.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT, LIABILITY INSURANCE COSTS 1061
Mrs. Clifton presented a letter dated December 3, 1975 from the
Ce:Los Angeles County Road Department, Mr. I. L. Morhar, Road Commissioner,
'"Z advised that the premium cost to the Road Department for contract cities
"Dliability insurance increased by more than 500% from 1974-75 to the
current fiscal year, and that bills for services performed after Octo-
ber 1, 1975 would be increased 25% to.recover the insurance premium
cost. Mrs. Clifton said the increase in insurance premiums is a major
problem for municipalities, and has become a major legislative concern.
Mayor Heinsheimer directed that letters be prepared for his sig-
nature to the legislators in Sacramento, to Supervisor James Hayes, and
to the Road Commissioner. Chairman Pernell asked that the City inquire
why increased rates effective October 1 were not made known to the City
ntil December 3.
ITY OF GARDENA 1103
A letter dated December 12, 1975 from the City of Gardena, and a
resolution authorizing filing of an application on behalf of the South
Bay Chiefs of Police for application for a grant to fund a program en-
titled "South Bay Nlulti-jurisdictional Robbery Team" were presented to
the Council. The correspondence was received and filed.
.A letter dated December 12, 1975 from Gardena, and a resolution
urging the Congress of the United States to re-enact the General Revenue
Sharing Program at the earliest possible date were received and filed.
MRS. ALICE SAVAGE -LETTER OF RESIGNATION FROM BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE 1110
In a letter dated January 5, 1976 Mrs. Alice Savage advised the
Council that it would no longer be possible for her to act as Chairman
of the Rolling Hills Bi -Centennial Committee.
Councilman Crocker moved that a letter be sent to Mrs. Savage
accepting her resignation and thanking her for serving on the Committee.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
ABSENT: Councilman Rose
BOND FOR COMPLETION OF TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS 1124
In a letter dated January 7, 1976 the'Manager advised Mayor
Heinsheimer that at its December 4, 1975 meeting the Board of Directors
voted to require as a condition of approval that all new subdividers be
required to post a separate bond for completion of any trail 'improvements
required as a condition of subdivision approval.
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The City Attorney explained that the Board of Directors has re-
quested that ARTICLE IV, Bonds and Deposits, Subdivision Ordinance No. 67
be amended to require the subdivider to post a bond for the cost of trail
improvements which are required as a condition of approval of the sub-
division, Councilman Pernell moved that the recommendation be referred
to the Planning Commission, which deals directly with the Subdivision
Ordinance, The motion was seconded by Councilman Corcker and carried
unanimously. The Mayor so ordered.
CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY
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In a letter dated December 31, 1975 California Water Service
Company advised that an application has been filed with California Public
Utilities Commission for an increase in rates in its Palos Verdes District,
The letter was referred to Councilman Pernell for review and
comment to the Council,
CITY OF BURBANK RE: HOLLYWOOD-BURBANK AIRPORT 1155
Mayor Heinsheimer presented a letter written to him by Mayor
William Rudell of Burbank, asking that the Council support Burbank in
its resistance to the proposed closing of the Hollywood -Burbank Airport,
and further, that the Council write to the Federal Aviation Administra-
tion, advising of the need to retain the facility.
With the approval of the Council, Mayor Heinsheimer said he would
write to the Federal Aviation Administration, and send a copy of the
letter to Mayor Rudello
RECESS
The meeting was recessed at 10:10 P.M. and reconvened at 10:15 P.M.
SLAG 1196
A copy of the Draft 1976 Regional Transportation Plan was presented
to the Council. Mayor Heinsheimer said that a vacancy exists in repre-
sentation of the City at SCAG meetings and at all meetings at which Regional
Transportation, is considered since Councilwoman Le Conte resigned from
the Council. The Mayor asked the City Manager to determine whether it
would be possible to appoint Mrs. Le Conte as the City's representative
with her consent, to serve until after the election in March. Mayor
Heinsheimer said, further, that he would be the Council's appointed
member if Mrs. Le Conte could represent him at the meetings.
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 1211
ANALYSIS OF ACA 71
Mrs. Clifton reported that she had discussed the matter of ACA 71,
proposed adjustment of property tax assessment ratio in accordance with
changes in statewide assessed values, with Assemblyman Beverly, and it
was his recommendation that the Council take no action at this time be-
cause of anticipated changes in the Legislature on the matter. The matter
was held for additional information.
JANUARY MEETING, LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
The Mayor announced that the January Board meeting would be com-
bined with the General Membership meeting on January 15. He asked any
members of the Council who wished to attend to notify the Manager so
reservations could be made.
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AREA "G" - OFFICE OF DISASTER 'PREPAREDNESS 1242
The Financial Statement for the Area. "G" Office of Disaster
Preparedness, July 1, 1.974 through June 30, 1975, prepared by the City
of Torrance Finance Department was received and filed,
.OUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, DEPARTMENT.OF HEALTH SERVICES 1246
A letter from Stanley Grant, Administrator of the Health Services
,mergency Medical Systems, advised that the Emergency Operations Center
would be available to contracting agencies during the physician mal-
practice crisis to provide emergency medical coordination if needed.
The correspondence was received and filed.
DEPARTMENT OF COUNTY 'ENGINEER
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In a letter dated December 10, 1975 Mr. Harvey T. Brandt, Los
:'Angeles County Engineer, advised the City that Mr, Robert Moller,
Vo -'Regional Engineer of the Palos Verdes-Centinela Valley Regional office,
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was retiring and Mr. Armando Cid had been selected as his replacement.
Mrs. Clifton said she planned to attend a luncheon in honor, of
Mr. Moller and would present an appropriate plaque on behalf of the City.
Mayor Heinsheime.r asked that a letter to Mr. Moller be prepared for his
s..�nal�ure .
NEW FEES m BUILDING AND SAFETY
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In a. letter dated December 22, 1975 Mr. Robert Moller advised
that ordinances amending fee schedules in the Builidng Code, Electrical.
;ode, Mechanical Code and Plumbing Code had been adopted by Los Angeles
'ounty, and that the method of computing electrical fees for residential
>uildings had been revised.
Mr. Kinley said he would prepare amendments to the appropriate
Rolling 'Hills ordinances for consideration at the next meeting.
PAYMENT OF BILLS 1272
Councilman Crocker moved that Demands No. 5025 through. 5070 in
the amount of $12,145.96, with the exception of Demand No 5044, which
was voided, be paid from the General Fund. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll call vote.-
AYES:
ote:
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
ABSENT: Councilman Rose
PROPOSED "BLUE CURB" LAW, PARKING FOR HANDICAPPED 12.93
The City Attorney reported. that as requested by Councilman Rose,
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,e had prepared a proposed ordinance relating to parking for handicapped
persons and other purposes. The Mayor ordered the matter held on the
agenda for review by Councilman Rose, who was absent from the meeting.
AND USE SEMINAR CITY ATTORNEY 1748
_ The City Attorney presented a 'letter to Mayor Heinshe.i.mer, stating
that he wished to attend a seminar on land use in San Diego on February 1.2,
13 and 14. Mt. Kinley advised that the total cost would 'be approximately
$300.
Councilman Pernell moved that the Council approve expenditures
not to exceed $300 for Mr. Kinley to attend the. seminar. The motion was
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seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the following roll call
vote -
AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer
ABSENT- Councilman Rose
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS SEMINAR 1333
Mayor Heinsheimer said he wished to attend an Emergency Prepared-
ness Seminar to be conducted by the Emergency Preparedness Commission of
Los Angeles County on February 4, and he asked that a reservation be made
for him.
MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE
MRS. ARLENE LAWLER RE, ANNEXATION AT CREST GATE 1357
Mrs. Lawler advised the Council that she is vice-president of the
Women's Community Club of Rolling Hills, and asked about the status of
the proposed annexation of land at the Crest Gate, as the organization
is involved in financing and landscaping the third lane when the annex-
ation has been completed.
Mrs. Clifton reported that she is working with LAAFCO on schedul-
ing the annexation, and that development of the third lane has been in-
cluded in paving plans to be done in the spring.
MR. WOLFGANG DANIEL RE- CLEANLINESS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY 1377
Mr. Daniel inquired about enforcement of the City's ordinance
regarding cleanliness of stables and barns. Mrs. Clifton explained
that complaints about deposits of manure and other problems are referred
to the Health Department for inspection and a report to the City, and
she suggested that if Mr. Daniel has a problem, he make a complaint on
the matter.
MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL
COUNCILMAN CROCKER RE- REFLECTORIZED NUMBERS 1413
Councilman Crocker reported that in response to an objection
expressed in the minutes by the Board of Directors to installation of
reflectorized house numbers as approved by the City Council, he had
discussed the matter with Director George Epstein. Mr. Epstein said the
Board of Directors feels strongly that reflectorized house numbers are
inconsistent with Rolling Hills, and after discussion of the matter with
Councilman Crocker explaining that the Council adopted the recommendation
of the Los Angeles County Fire Department and Sheriff's Department, who
urged the Council to assist them in cutting down response time by having
residences clearly marked, Mr. Epstein and Councilman Crocker agreed to
installation of the numbers on Crest Road West and Portuguese Bend Road
for a period of time to assess residents' reaction. Mayor Heinsheimer
asked Councilman Crocker to report to the Council on the matter after
numbers had been posted in a limited area of the city for a period of a
few weeks.
COUNCILMAN PERNELL RE- ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY BOARD RECOMMENDATION 1538
Councilman Pernell advised the Council that the Environmental
Quality Board had recommended to the Board of Directors that all grading
in excess of 4,000 square feet, including brush removal, require a grad-
ing permit, with a further recommendation that violation of the require-
ment by the grading contractor be dealt with by the Association by deny-
ing entry to Rolling Hills for any work. At present all grading in excess
of three feet in depth requires a permit, but large areas have been gra-
ded with undesireable results because of the wording of the requirement.
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CITY TREASURER VACANCY
Mr. Douglas Rogers, City Treasurer, distributed a summary of
requirements prepared for the Council as a guideline in selecting a
new City Treasurers
I.TY ATTORNEY
.Jo BROWN, 27 GEORGEFF ROAD 1580
Mr. Kinley advised the Council that the City had been advised by
attorneys for Mr. and Mrs. Oo J. Brown, 27 Georgeff Road, that a formal
demand is being made upon the City of Rolling Hills for the City to
complete proper engineering of the Georgeff Road cul de sac, and to
provide for proper drainage of water so that it will no longer spill
over onto their clients' property. Mrs. Clifton said the matter is
under the jurisdiction of the Board of Directors of the Rolling Hills
XCommunity Association, and she would refer the matter to that body.
,CLAIM ON BEHALF OF KAREN GOULD 1640
Mr. Kinley advised the Council that he had determined that a
claim entered on behalf of Karen Gould for injuries sustained by her
horse on a trail had occurred at Rolling Hills Road and Tanglewood, in
the City of Rolling Hills Estates. Mr. Kinley said he referred the
matter to that City, and had so advised the Rolling Hills insurance
carrier.
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING 1650
Mrs, Clifton reported that at a recent neighborhood meeting held
at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Saffo, residents expressed concern about
excessive speeding on Portuguese Bend Road, and the matter had been
referred to the City Councils Mrs. Clifton said she had discussed the
matter with the. Sheriff, and noted an increase in the number of citations
issued.
Another matter of concern referred to the Council was the con-
dition of properties which were involved in the fire in June 1.973°
Residents reported that empty swimming pools have been crudely fenced
and the fences are deteriorating; other structures such as. chimneys on
the properties created a hazard. Mayor Heinsheimer asked Mrs. Clifton
to bring the matter to the attention of the Department of Building and
Safety, and to report on the matter at the next meeting of the Council.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 1715
Councilman Pernell asked whether the City of Rolling Hills was
affected by a letter from the Board of Supervisors regarding a meeting
to be arranged with appropriate members of the Los Angeles Division of
the League of California Cities to review and attempt to resolve any
differences resulting from recent County actions and policies. Mrs.
Clifton mentioned dissatisfaction of Contract Cities with negotiations
with the Pound for Animal Control Services; also the problem of Liability
Insura.nce,and the delay in notification by the Road Department as
examples. The Manager was requested to catalog problems which -affect
Rolling Hills for review.
- ADJOURNMENT 1762
There being no further business to come before the Council,
the meeting was adjourned at 11:15 P.M.
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