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2/9/1976<F5 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA February 9, 1976 A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Heinsheimer at 7:30 P.M. Monday, February 9, 1976 at the Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. . ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer ALSO PRESENT: Teena Clifton City Manager William Kinley City Attorney June Cunningham Secretary Roger Meurer Engineer Mrs. L. Epstein Resident Mrs. K. Goldreyer " Mrs. L. Jensen " Mr. & Mrs. W. Kane " Mrs. V. Matthews " Dr. K. Miller " Dr. R. Oas " Mrs. G. Swanson " APPROVAL OF MINUTES 882 A motion to approve and accept the minutes of the meeting of January 26, 1975 as corrected was made by Councilman Crocker, seconded by Councilman Rose and carried unanimously. PERSONAL APPEARANCE, DR. KEN MILLER, 27 EASTFIELD DRIVE 894 Dr. Ken Miller, 27 Eastfield Drive, advised the Council that he was present to express the concern of residents on Eastfield Drive, especially those living between the Eastfield Gate and Chuckwagon Road, about speeding on Eastfield, and about disregard for posted stop signs. Dr. Miller said that following recent accidents caused by speed, the matter was presented to the Community Association, and the residents were advised that traffic safety is within the jurisdiction of the City Council. Dr. Miller said he had discussed the matter with individual members of the Council. Councilman Pernell said that after discussing the matter with Dr. Miller he had requested that the Manager look into the feasibility of an over-all traffic study, with priorities to be established by the Council. As a back-up, he had travelled Eastfield, and had determined that there are 105 openings onto Eastfield Drive, both driveways and roads, between the Eastfield Gate and Crest Road, and in his opinion the potential for broadside accidents is staggering. Mrs. Clifton said she had reviewed previous surveys of Eastfield and other main roads, and recommendation s of the Traffic and Lighting Division of the County Road Department were implemented; warning signs,. advisory signs and stop signs were installed. Traffic surveys required prior to use of radar were made in August 1973, and another survey could be requested if the Council wishes. Mrs. Clifton said she had gone to the Sheriff's Lomita station with Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Marcis Schoettle, 24 Eastfield Drive, and Mrs. Phyllis Walker, 29 Eastfield, to discuss the matter with representatives of the Sheriff's Department, and they agreed to use radar control at a specified time, i.e. 10:30 a.m, to noon on a Saturday morning, and during that period eight tickets were issued for speeding; three to non-residents and five to residents. The highest speed for which a citation was issued was 32 mph, the others were 30-31 mph, Mrs. Clifton said. Under normal conditions this would 11 Febtuary, 9 , 1976 not be considered excessive speed, but at the section of Eastfield ob- served, a 20 mph advisory sign is posted, Mrs. Clifton said, Following the limited period of observation, the Sheriff agreed that concentrated radar surveillance in the area would produce results, since there is a connection between visible enforcement and speeding. Dr. Miller said he:considers .Eastfield Drive a safe road at 20 mph.; nd Mr' Warren Kane, 21 Eastfield Drive, said he had observed that,the ituation improves under intensive attention from the Sheriff's Department,_ Ind enforcement of speed limits. Mr. Roger Meurer, 9 Blackwater Canyon Road, said budgetary reasons are usually given as the reason for limited Sheriff's Department services, but it was his observation that traffic control could pay for itself, as additional surveillance generates addi- tional revenue, and the limited survey showed that most of the offenders were residents. Councilman Pernell said traffic safety is one of the main items of Vinterest at neighborhood meetings, and he suggested that residents be sked in the Newsletter to advise the Manager what areas are of most .Concern, what type of hazards exist, and what remedies should be con- ►=sideredo Councilman Crocker suggested that a poll be taken prior to audget time, as the level of enforcement has been materially improved in effectiveness but not increased in hours of service in the past two years, and it is his opinion that one of the budget items that could be increased is the amount spent on law enforcement and traffic control. Mrs. Clifton said a study of all the principle roads in Rolling Hills was made in 1968. Mayor Heinsheimer said all the studies previ- ously made should be reviewed before requesting additional studies. Further, the Mayor said that an attempt should be made to eliminate raffic cutting through the city, and it was his opinion that in doing o, traffic in the city could be reduced by 20-30%. Dr, Miller said e doesn't think increased surveillance is the total answer, and he rged the Council to consider other methods, including speed bumps, which he said are an emotional issue, but should be considered with other methods as a solution. Councilman Crocker said that although many residents are against speed bumps, the decision not to install them was based to a great extent on recommendations from both the Sheriff and the Fire Department that speed bumps not be installed, as they would cut down on response time of emergency vehicles. Mrs. Kip Goldreyer said that at one time she had lived in an area where all vehicles, including emergency vehicles, were limited to 25 mph, and there were no adverse effects in responding to emergencies. The Mayor asked Councilman Crocker to review correspondence and previous traffic studies, and report at the next Council meeting. Councilman Crocker asked that residents be encouraged to attend the next meeting, and those residents who are in favor of bumps be urged to make their wishes known, as most of the testimony presented to the Council was by residents opposed to speed bumps. The matter was held on the agenda for consideration at the next meeting. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY 1100 Copies of correspondence from Southern California Edison Company o the City Manager and to Roger Meurer concerning undergrounding tilities on the Shaw and McCall tracts were presented to the Council. Mrs. Clifton advised the Council that Southern California Edison will not underground their utilities in a canyon area because of main- tenance problems, but to meet requirements specified in the subdivision ordinance, other poles in the general area of.the subdivision, prefer- ably poles along the road or.visible from the road, can be removed. The Manager displayed :•-a map and reviewed with the Council poles that had been discussed �for,remova.l.during.a field trip to the properties -2- 146 February 9, 1976 Following the presentation, Councilman Rose moved that the Council accept the alternative proposal submitted for the Shaw property, Tract 29543, 3 Hillside Lane. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker. Mr. Kinley asked whether the schematic proposal had been submitted to and approved by the subdivider, and Mr. Meurer said it had. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer With regard to the McCall property, Mrs. Clifton said Dr. McCall had originally asked the Council to waive requirements for undergrounding along his property line because of maintenance of the trees performed by Southern California Edison Company, and had agreed to removal of three poles on Saddleback Road as an alternative. A motion to approve the al- ternative proposal submitted for the McCall property, Tract 32468, 77 Saddleback Road was made by Councilman Crocker, seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by the following.roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer ENVICOM CORPORATION, PUBLIC SAFETY AND SEISMIC SAFETY ELEMENTS 1396 The Manager reported that the Second Draft of the Policy Report on the Public Safety and Seismic Safety Elements of the General Plan had been prepared based on amendments to the report recommended by the Plan- ning Commission. Mr. Kinley advised the Council that he was present at the Planning Commission meeting at which the report was amended, and he recommended that the second draft of the Policy Report be adopted and forwarded to Sacramento. A motion to adopt the report was made by Councilman Crocker, seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer The Manager was asked to consult the Engineering Geologist, Los Angeles County Engineer, -.to determine whether construction in Rolling Hills presently conforms to recommendations in the policy with regard to groundshaking parameters, and to advise residents in the Newsletter that recommendations are'in the report for earthquake safety procedures; photocopies of the recommendations to be available to residents at the City office. CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY 1567 Mrs. Clifton reported that she wrote to the Public Utilities Commission, with copies of the letter to California Water Service Com- pany corporate office in San Jose, and the local office in Rolling Hills Estates, offering the facilities in the Rolling Hills Adminis- tration Building for rate hearings. Further, Mrs. Clifton said the application and supporting information were given to Mr. Douglas Rogers, City Treasurer, for review and comment. The matter was held on the agenda. SCAG - DRAFT REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN 1581 The matter was ordered held on the agenda. SUNSET COAST LINE :: Copies of SUNSET COAST LINE, ROUTE OF THE NEW RED for transportation provided by.Supervisor Baxter Ward, w to the Council. Mrs. Clifton said a hearing on the line in Los Angeles on February 27. The Mayor asked that the included in the Newsletter. -3- CARS, a proposal ere distributed would be held information be February 9, 1976 APPOINTMENT OF BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN. 1630 Councilman Crocker- moved that Mrs. Kip Goldreyer, 3 Quail Ridge, Road -North, be appointed chairman of the Bi -.Centennial Committee.to fill the vacancy caused by the.resignation of Mrs.. Alice Savage. The motion. was seconded by Councilman Rose, and carried by the following roll call: ote: AYES : ,: ;. "-Councilmen :;Crocker, Pernell, Rose;: Mayor Heinsheimer In accepting the appointment.; Mrs. Goldreyer asked whether. -the City..wished-to participate in a -Peninsula -wide celebration being planned, or whether the celebration would be kept within the -community. Council- man Rose said Caballeros is,planning a local celebration, and he suggested that Mrs. Goldreyer attend the next Caballeros meeting. PAYMENT .OF BILLS' 1655 G. t c0 A motion to approve payment of Demands No. 5096 through 5137 in the C'amount of $9,124.01 from the General Fund was made by Councilman Rose, ,seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer AGREEMENT OF SALE 1687 The City Attorney presented a copy of the agreement for sale of the maintenance building to the City by the Rolling Hills Community Association, executed by the President and Assistant Secretary of the Board of Directors at their meeting on February 5, 1976. Mr. Kinley said the figures in the agreement conform with the figures established at budget hearings. tendeCouncilman Crocker asked that paragraph 10 on page 5 be amended to d ad "insurable" value, and he moved that the document be approved as and executed. The motion. was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose,.Mayor Heinsheimer .. ORDINANCE NO. 136 -"ANIMAL CONTROL 1760 Councilman Crocker moved that Ordinance No. 136 entitled AN ORDI- NANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL AND KEEPING OF ANIMALS, FOWL AND THE LICENSING OF DOGS be adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer NOES: Councilman Rose Mr. Kinley said the ordinance would become effective thirty days from the date of adoption, and the Manager was directed to include a summary of the ordinance and the effective date in the Newsletter. Councilman Rose said he wished to state for the record that his "no" vote was based on inclusion of Section 1202, under which sale of litter of puppies would constitute commercial activity. RDINANCE NO. 137 - AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 33, ZONING 1769 Councilman Rose moved that Ordinance No. 137 entitled AN ORDI- NANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 33 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF:ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA PROVIDING FOR ZONING IN SAID CITY" be adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the fol- lowing roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell,-Rose:; Mayor Heinsheimer -4- 6'2 February 9, 1976 ORDINANCE NO. 138 - PARKING FOR HANDICAPPED PERSONS 1779 Councilman Rose moved that Ordinance No. 138 entitled AN ORDI- NANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS RELATING TO PARKING FOR HANDICAPPED PERSONS AND OTHER PURPOSES be adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose NOES: Mayor Heinsheimer ORDINANCE NO. 139 - AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 6, BUILDING CODE 1787 Councilman Rose moved that Ordinance No. 139 entitled AN ORDI- NANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING ORDI- NANCE NO. 6 be adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer ORDINANCE N0. 140 - AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 78, MECHANICAL CODE 1795 Councilman Crocker moved that Ordinance No. 140 entitled AN ORDI- NANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING ORDIN- ANCE NO. 78 be adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer PROPOSED ORDINANCE - PLUMBING CODE 1805 Councilman Rose moved that a proposed ordinance entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 7 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A PLUMBING CODE TO REGULATE SANITARY, PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, HOUSE SEWERS AND PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS IN THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALI- FORNIA" RELATING TO FEES be introduced, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer PROPOSED ORDINANCE - ELECTRICAL CODE 1810 Mr. Kinley advised the Council that a new County Electrical Code has been adopted by the County of Los Angeles, and he recommended that the City of Rolling Hills adopt the code by reference. After intro- duction of the ordinance, Mr. Kinley said it would be necessary for the Council to schedule a public hearing on the proposed ordinance. Councilman Rose moved that the proposed ordinance entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5 ENTITLED "ELECTRICAL CODE" AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE OF 1975 AND MAKING CERTAIN AMEND- MENTS AND ADDITIONS THERETO be introduced, and that reading in full be waived, and that a public hearing on the proposed ordinance be scheduled for the next meeting on February 23, 1976. The motion was seconded by Councilman Croaker and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer -5- L 6 February 9, 1976 1810 DEPARTMENT OF COUNTY ENGINEER RE: BUILDING PERMIT FOR STABLE, 8 REATA LANE Mrs. Clifton presented a letter. dated January 23, 1975 from Mr. Armando Cid, Department of C-nunty Engineer, responding to her request on January 15, 1976 regarding a building permit for a stable at 8 Reata Lane. Mrs. Clifton explained that Mr. Oo Jo Brown, 27 Georgeff Road, had come to lhe office to express his concern that construction at 8 Reata Lane would e hazardous to his property because of drainage problems on Georgeffo Mr. inley advised the Council that he had inspected the site, and recommended o the Board of Directors that the cul de sac be extended and the drain enlarged to carry water away, and the Board had requested that the Manager consult with engineering firms and obtain cost information for the neces- sary work. The matter was held on the agenda, and the Mayor asked that the Council be kept informed of the progress, CONTINUING EDUCATION 37(2) ®p Mrs. Clifton advised the Council that she had obtained from ICMA ,a package of educational material for small cities for a course that C'"eould be given in-house over a period of six to eight months,, and would '--lost $40 per participant. The matter was referred to Councilman Pernell �° ho is in charge of continuing education, for review. CABALLEROS 75 Councilman Rose reported that he had received a letter from Cabal- leros intended for distribution to the Council, requesting that signs be posted at both gates of Caballeros ring stating: "NO TRESPASSING. RESIDENTS WITH BADGES ONLY. TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED UNDER ORDI- NANCE NO. 26 OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS". Councilman Rose moved that the request be approved, and two signs e prepared and posted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell Ind carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Crocker, Pernell, Rose, Mayor Heinsheimer UNDERGROUND UTILITIES 126 Councilman Crocker asked that the Planning Commission be asked to recommend areas for consideration for use of funds reserved in the budget for undergrounding utilities, and further, that residents be advised in the Newsletter that such funds have been reserved for the purpose of matching funds for undergrounding projects in the City, DIRECTOR OF ANIMAL CONTROL 149 Mrs. Clifton reported that a new Director of Animal Control has been appointed, and city managers and representatives of the forty cities who are meeting to consider proposed revisions in animal control contracts will meet with the new director on February 24. THIRD LANE AT CRENSHAW GATE 155 Councilman Pernell asked that the concerns and feelings of the Rouncil with regard to the proposed expansion of the Crenshaw Gate be onveyed to the Board of Directors of the Rolling Hills Community ssociation, and he suggested that one or more of the Council members e appointed to work with the Community Association on the project. Councilman Crocker said that although the Council is concerned, they were advised of the proposal and proceeded with the annexation of a parcel from Rancho Palos Verdes when it was determined that the Cren- shaw Gatehouse was located in that city. Councilman Rose said there seems to be considerable difference of opinion among residents as- to whether a third lane should be constructed, as shown in the discussion W February 9, 1976 at the annual meeting of the Communtiy Association, and he suggested that questionnaires be sent to all residents, so that the decision could be based on results of a survey. Mayor Heinsheimer said that in approving the annexation, it was his opinion that it was done because of the location of the gatehouse, and not as implied approval of a third lane for traffic, and he considered it an obligation of the Board of Directors, under terms of the Gate Operation Agreement, to advise the Council in writing of their intent, so that a hearing on the matter could be scheduled. Following discussion, a public hearing on the desireability of add- ing a another lane for incoming traffic at the Crenshaw Gate was scheduled for the Council meeting on March 8, 1976. ABSENCE FROM NEXT MEETING 290 Councilman Rose said he would be out of town on February 23, and would not be present at the next Council meeting. STOLEN GUNS 292 Mayor Heinsheimer reported that the Sheriff's Department advised that three more guns have been stolen from a motorhome in the City, and the number of guns which have been stolen and not recovered in the City is alarming. He asked that anyone who offered a solution to the problem be encouraged to present their ideas to the Council. SCAG GENERAL ASSEMBLY E: Mrs. Clifton said the SCAG General Assembly is scheduled for February 25 - 27, and additional information and the agenda would be sent to the Council. MIRALESTE BICENTENNIAL FESTIVAL 313 A letter from the Miraleste Student Body announced that a Bicen- tennial Festival has been scheduled for May 5 - 9, and the Council has been invited to participate. The Manager was directed to respond to the letter, and to put the information in the Newsletter. NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING 315 Mrs. Clifton announced that the next Neighborhood Meeting will be held at the Claude Brinegar residence, 2 Packsaddle Road East on Thurs- day, February 12, and Mrs. Saffo asked that it be announced at the Council meeting. PALOS VERDES SWITCHBOARD 319 The Manager advised the Council that Palos Verdes Switchboard has asked the Council for funds for operation, and had sent supporting in- formation. Mayor Heinsheimer asked Councilman Crocker to review the material and make a recommendation at the next meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 331, FIRE RETARDANT ROOFING 327 Mrs. Clifton said Mr. said Mr. Forrest Riegel, Chairman of the Planning Commission, had asked for clarification and expansion of the resolution. The Mayor suggested that the matter be discussed by the Planning Commission, and recommendations made to the Council. -7- 1 February 9, 1976 SUBDIVISION PROCEDURE 335 A chart illustrating the procedure for subdividing property in the City of Rolling Hills, prepared by South Bay Engineering Corporation, was distributed to the Council, Mrs.- Clifton said a resident who owns in excess of four acres of operty.and,wishes to subdivide to create an additional parcel, has tsder ked for an opportunity to discuss the matter with the Council, since the new ordinance which establishes net acreage, their property would, not conform with requirements. However, their subdivision was started several years ago, before the ordinance was adopted, and consid- erable funds have been spent. The map was prepared and filing was delayed on the advise of their engineer, who advised the resident that the City Council was considering changes in net acreage requirements. Following discussion, Mayor Heinsheimer asked that the Planning Commission be asked to establish a variance procedure for residents who ado hot have sufficient acreage under the new ordinance, and who wish to appeal the matter. ADJOURNMENT 415 There being no further business to come before the Council, the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 10:50 P.M. APPROVED° Mayof '.0 City Clerk