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4/26/19761-1-2 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA April 26, 1976 A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor pro tempore Crocker at 7030 P.M. Monday, April 26, 1976 at the Adminis- tration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson ABSENT: Mayor Rose ALSO PRESENT: Teena Clifton William Kinley Douglas Rogers June Cunningham Mrs. Veronica Basque Mr. Cecil Bessel Dr. & Mrs. Ralph Black Mrs. Pixie Breitenstein Mrs. Ruby Coe Mrs. Georgia Colyear Mr. & Mrs. Vernon Fay Mr. Robert Fortney Mrs, Betty Hesse Mr. Clif Hix Dr. Larry Kelly Mr. & Mrs, Joseph Le Conte Mr. Roger Meurer Mrs. Catherine Partridge Mrs. Joan Saffo Mr. & Mrs. John Savage Mrs. Lee Taylor MEETING TO HONOR MRS, DOROTHY LE CONTE City Manager City Attorney City Treasurer Secretary Residents if Mayor pro tempore Crocker announced that Mayor Rose was in Florida on business, and it was his pleasure, as Mayor pro tem, to preside at a meeting at which Mrs. Dorothy Le Conte, former Councilwoman, would be honored. Mayor Crocker welcomed the residents who were present to honor Mrs. Le Conte, and he said she has contributed much to the Community, as a resident, and as the first Councilwoman. He asked Mrs. Le Conte to come forward while he read into the record a resolution of the City Council honoring Mrs. Le Conte. RESOLUTION NO. 360 Councilwoman Swanson moved that Resolution No. 360 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, HONORING DOROTHY LE CONTE be adopted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Heinsheimer and carried by unanimous vote of Council members present. TRIBUTE BY VERNON FAY Mr. Vernon Fay paid tribute on behalf of the residents to Mr. and Mrs. Le Conte for their service to the Community, and thanked Mrs, Le Conte for her contributions to the residents as a member of the Commun- ity and a member of the City Council. PRESENTATION OF GIFTS TO MRS. LE CONTE On behalf of the City Council, Mayor pro tem Crocker presented to Mrs. Le Conte a plaque from the City, appropriately engraved; a replica I 13 April 26, 1976 of the City seal in leaded glass which he had made, and a spray of red roses. Mrs. Le Conte thanked the Council for the tribute, and said she enjoyed working with the Council and felt that together they had accom- plished a great deal, and the present Council would continue to accom- plish many things. Further, Mrs. Le Conte said she is proud to be a woman, is:.proud to have the City plaques and seal, and as a woman, was happy to receive the roses. As Mrs. Le Conte finished the audience and Council stood in tribute° APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mayor pro tem Crocker ordered the minutes of March 22 and March 25 tabled until portions pertaining to the Hix subdivision have been re- viewed and pertinent comments included. The minutes of the meeting of April 12, 1976 were approved and on accepted on a motion made by Councilwoman Swanson, seconded by Council- man Pernell and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES- Councilmembers Crocker, Pernell, Swanson S NOES- None ABSENT: Mayor Rose ABSTAINED: Councilman Heinsheimer FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION Councilman Heinsheimer advised the Council that he had received a communication from the Fair Political Practices Commission advising that his filing of a Statement of Economic Interests was incomplete, and stating that submitting supplemental information would not auto- matically exempt him from penalties for non-compliance, Mrs. Clifton advised the Council that she had advised the Fair Political Practices Commission that the revised -form referred to in the letter was not received in Rolling Hills, and a memorandum docu- menting her conversation was distributed to the Council. Mr. Kinley said that mail from the Commission addressed to him was incorrectly mailed to the City of Rolling Hills Estates. FINANCIAL STATEMENT Mr. Douglas Rogers, City Treasurer, advised the Council that he had reviewed the Financial Statement for March 1976, and recommended that it be approved and accepted. A motion to approve and accept the Financial Statement was made by Councilman Heinsheimer, seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Rose PAYMENT OF BILLS 288 Councilwoman Swanson moved that Demands No. 5295 through 5322 in the amount of $10,030061 be paid from the General Fund. The motion was seconded by Councilman Heinsheimer and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Rose -2- 1 April 26, 1976 FINAL MAP, TRACT 32468, DR.. RICHARD MC CALL 302 The Manager advised the Council that the final map for the McCall subdivision, Tract 32468 had been submitted, with letters from the De- partment of County Engineer and the Subdivision Committee of Los Angeles County, recommending approval. Letters from Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas, General Telephone and California Water. Service companies stating that division and development of the property will not reasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise of any ease- ment held were also submitted, and Mrs. Clifton stated that Dr. McCall had deposited funds in the amount of $17,027, payable to the City of Rolling Hills, with California Federal Savings and Loan Association for payment for improvements required as a condition of approval of the tract. A motion to approve the final map as recommended by the County Engineer in a letter to the Council dated April 26, 1976 was made by Councilman Pernell, seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES- Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson NOES- None ABSENT- Mayor Rose TRACT 28383, CLIFTON HIX 312 Mr. Roger Meurer reported that all requirements for the Clifton Hix final map, Tract 29383, have been met with the exception of a written opinion from the County Geologist regarding grading on Lot 7. In a telephone conversation with the City Attorney Mr. Bob Smith, Engineering Geologist, indicated that he would not approve grading of the lot with- out remedial work to eliminate a geology hazard. Mr. Meurer asked if the Council would accept a letter from the County Engineer at the next meeting stating that all other conditions have been met, and with the exception of a conclusive statement regarding Lot 7, the final map is ready for approval and could be approved by the Council on that basis, with an agreement by Mr. Hix regarding Lot 7 to follow after County recommendations have been made. The City Attorney advised the Council that the final map should be approved only when all conditions of approval have been met, and he recommended that they not approve the map on a piecemeal basis. Mayor pro tem Crocker agreed that the final map should not be presented to the Council until all conditions of approval have been met, unless all legal issues have been clearly resolved and the Council would in effect be asked whether they would be willing to waive the requirements before approving the final map. He asked Mr. Meurer to work with Mr. Hix to develop a plan which would involve a minimum amount of change from the original intent as indicated on the tentative map, so the Council could determine whether they would be willing to modify that intent. With the concurrence of other members of the Council present the map was held on the agenda, and the engineer was asked to make all- presentations in writing to the Council and City Attorney. CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES MEMORIAL DAY DEDICATION 362 - --------------- In a letter dated April 15, 1976 Mr. John A. Anderson, Mayor of. Rolling Hills Estates advised that a plaque honoring 13 Peninsula resi- dents who were killed in the Viet Nam War will be dedicated at the Peninsula Center Library on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31. The Peninsula Bicentennial Coordinating Committee has made tentative arrangements for a brunch at the Palos Verdes Country Club preceding the dedication, and Mayor Anderson proposed that each serviceman's family be escorted to the brunch and dedication by Council members representing the Peninsula -3- April 26, 1976 cities, and that the four cities share equally in the cost of the brunch. Mrs. Kip Goldreyer, Bicentennial Chairman for Rolling Hills, said the dedication has been approved by the Bicentennial Committee as an official Bicentennial Event for the Peninsula, but the proposal for a brunch made by Rolling Hills Estates is not part of the official func- tion. Mrs. Goldreyer said she would discuss the matter at a meeting with the Committee and report to the Council at the May 10 meetings BEACH CITIES COUNCIL ON AGING 396 In a letter dated April 13, 1976 the Beach Cities Council on Aging requested that local elected representatives participate by being present at legislative booths to answer questions on local matters at the Fifth Annual Senior Services Information Fair on Saturday, May 220'The Fair will be held at Mira Costa High School in Manhattan Beach between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and 750 to 1,000 senior citizens from the South Bay are expected to attend, Councilman Crocker suggested that a =`= request for volunteers be included in the Newsletter, and Mrs. Clifton said she would attempt to find out what period of time volunteers from .--, Rolling Hills might be needed. r . PENINSULA COMMITTEE FOR LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA 398 Councilman Pernell moved that Resolution No. 361 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, DECLARING THAT THE DATES OF MAY 1 AND 2, 1976 BE SET APART AND REFERRED TO AS PENIN- SULA MUSIC FAIR WEEKEND be adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the fol- lowing roll call voted AYES-. Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson NOES: None ABSENT- Mayor Rose SUPERVISOR JAMES HAYES REo INSURANCE COSTS 407 In a letter dated April 6, 1976 Supervisor James A Hayes expressed concern about the rising cost of insurance for cities and counties, and said he had discussed the matter with the Chief Administrative Officer and asked that it be referred to the County Supervisors Association with the suggestion that they pursue a coordinated action with the California League of Cities to seek legislative relief. The letter was received and filed. CALIFORNIA STATE COLLEGE, DOMINGUEZ HILLS 420 A letter dated April 12, 1976 was presented to the Council advising that Dr. Leo Cain, who has served since 1962 as the first president of the college, has announced his retirement effective July 31, and will be honored at a banquet on Friday, June 11. The City Council was invited to present an award, plaque or reso- lution to honor Dr. Cain. Councilman Pernell suggested that an appro- priate resolution be adopted to honor Dr. Cain, and Councilman Crocker asked that it be presented to the Council at the meeting of May 10 for adoption so it could be forwarded to the college by the May 17 deadline. APPOINTMENTS TO PLANNING COMMISSION 430 The Manager advised that Planning Commissioner William Field's term of office expired in February 1975, and the terms of office of Onmmissioners Jody Murdock and Forrest Riegel will expire in May 19760 -4- 'i! -01, n April 26, 1976 All three Commissioners have indicated that they are willing to continue to serve if re -appointed. A motion to reappoint Commissioners Field fob term of three years, effective from the date of expiration of their terms was made by Councilman Pernell, seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the following vote of the Council: AYES. Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson NOES. None ABSENT. Mayor Rose TOWN HALL TIME 440 Chester Noble, 6 Ringbit Road East, read into the record a letter which he then left with the Council expressing concern about potential damage from rocks and boulders rolling onto his property from properties located above his, and further stating that because of certain factors in the laws and rules in this area, the Board of Directors and City Council do have liability, although liability has been denied by both parties. The City Attorney was asked the Council at the next meeting taken in the matter. ORDINANCE NO. 143 460 to review the matter and report to on what actions, if any, should be Councilwoman Swanson moved that Ordinance No. 143 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 136 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL AND KEEPING OF ANIMALS, FOWL AND 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- Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson NOES. None ABSENT. Mayor Rose The Mayor pro tem asked that the record reflect that at the intro- duction and first reading of the ordinance on March 25, Mayor Rose had voted "no" on the ordinance. Although the Mayor is out of town, he was advised that the matter was scheduled on the agenda, and had agreed that the Council vote on the matter in his absence. CITY OF LOMITA 465 Mrs. Clifton said a meeting on the matter of the proposed annex- ation had been held in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, and she wished to write a memorandum to the Council for the next meeting as soon as the information is available. The matter was held on the agenda. ANGELES GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL 478 The Mayor pro tem announced that two Rolling Hills girls, Andrea Basque and Danielle Bernstein would be among the First Class Girl Scouts honored at the recognition dinner on May 18, 1976. Councilwoman Swanson said she would attend the dinner as representative of the City. -5- 1 i' April 26; 1976 LIABILITY INSURANCE - CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES REPORT 483 The Manager 'presented figures for cost to the City for package policy liability insurance, including umbrella liability, based on participation of other cities, and a recommendation from Mr. William Stringfellow that the City participate in the program. Mrs. Clifton reported that the City's liability insurance increased 147% last year, in spite of a "no loss" reocrd, and another 1.00% increase is anticipated this year, therefore an effort is being madeto control costs by participating in a large group. A motion to approve participation in the study at a cost of $150 was made by Councilman Pernell, seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES- Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson CC NOES- None � ABSENT- Mayor Rose SPEED HUMP AND GUARD RAIL ON CREST ROAD EAST 515 The Manager reported that Mr, Philip Battaglia,. 63 Crest Road East, asked that the matter be held until NP- has an opportunity to appear before the Board of Directors before iiscussing . eed•�.tbntr6�ls-;,g-urther':. with the Cbuncile TRAFFIC AND SPEED CONTROL ON EASTFIELD DRIVE 516 Councilman Crocker reported that he had reviewed the questionnaires distributed by and returned to Dr, Ken Miller, 27 Eastfield Drive, and he had determined that although the questionnaires represent only a limited sample in a specific area, they indicate that the residents who responded favor speed bumps by 11/1, and residents were emphatic in stating that they were willing to try anything., including speed bumps, to control speeding on Eastfield Drive.. Mrs. Lee Taylor, 46 Eastfield Drive, advised the Council that she does not live in the section of Eastfield where the questionnaires were delivered, and she is opposed to speed bumps on Crest Road, Eastfield Drive and any other location in the City, and feels that the adverse effect they would have on response time of emergency equipment is very important. Mrs. Taylor presented a letter dated March 7, 1.976 from Charles Turner, 48 Eastfield Drive, stating that he considered stricter law enforcement and additional stop signs preferable to speed bumps. Councilman Crocker asked the Manager to request that the!�Sheriff verify statistics presented by Mr. Victor Braud., using theirquipment, and further, he asked that a transcript of the statements and statistics- presented tatisticspresented by Mr.. Braud at the April 12 meeting be prepared for the City Council and other interested persons. After the information is provided by the Sheriff as requested, Councilman Crocker said a public hearing on the matter would be sch&duled and announced in the Newsletter before any action is taken by the Council. Dr. Larry Kelly, 2 Pinto Road, suggested that anyittn site investi- gations conducted by the Sheriff be done by personnel not in uniform, in an unmarked car, since evidence previously presented indicates that a Sheriff's car in the area is a deterrent to speeders. NUCLEAR INITIATIVE ON THE BALLOT 594 The Manager was asked to advise residents in the Newsletter of opportunities to hear non-partisan presentations -of ballot measures, -6- 12 H April 26, 1976 including the nuclear initiative. TORRANCE AIRPORT EXPANSION - ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT 611 Councilwoman Swanson reported that she had attended a meeting at the home of Palos Verdes Estates Councilwoman Rosemarie'Kalemkarian where the Environmental Impact Report for Torrance Airport was dis- cussed. Speakers at the meeting advised that the airport was deeded to the City of Torrance in 1948; if the city doesn't control it, the Federal Government will. The initial Environmental Impact Report was prepared by Envicom Corporation, and was considered unsatisfactory. A new report was prepared by the City of Torrance and was considered at the hearing in Torrance on April 21. Mr. Jerome Scharfman, Chairman of the Torrance Environmental Review Board was present at the meeting. Regulation of traffic is of vital concern, and among solutions proposed were limitation of the number of flying schools at the airport, the number of aircraft based there, widening of runways for safety, and elimination of a planned convention center. The Master Plan can be discussed with representatives of the City of Torrance, and Councilwoman Swanson said she considered it important that Rolling Hills keep in touch with the project and be as well informed as possible. Mrs. Taylor said that Mrs. Joyce Failing, 1 Hummingbird Lane, is a helicopter pilot and is attempting to have unused airport facilities on Terminal Island used for student take -offs and landings, which would cut down on traffic at the Torrance Airport. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT 646 Councilwoman Swanson reported that representatives of the four Peninsula cities will meet with representatives of the Rapid Transit District Wednesday evening, April 28. The new bus service for the South Bay will begin in June, Councilwoman Swanson reported, and routes will be published in the near future. Councilman Pernell said the Committee should be complimented on the results of their hard work and diligence, as a service on the Peninsula which is sorely needed will soon be provided through their efforts. ROLLING HILLS BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 658 The City Attorney said he had reviewed the proposal for a Bicen- tennial Celebration for the City of Rolling Hills to be held in the Peacock Flats area of Rancho Palos Verdes, and feels it would create a problem with the insurance carrier with regard to the possibility of liability incurred outside of City limits. Mr. Kinley recommended that before approving the event, the Council request a letter from the carrier stating that a rider had been put on the policy to cover any claim arising from that or any other event held outside the City. Councilman Heinsheimer said the event is being held by an ad hoc committee outside of the City, and he asked how liability could be established. Mr. Kinley said it is an event sanctioned by the Bi- centennial Committee of the City, and further would be sponsored by Caballeros, so liability could be established with little difficulty. Mrs. Clifton said she had discussed the matter with the carrier, and was advised that the City's five million dollar coverage should be ample. Dr. Kelly said release forms would be required of participants in certain events and activities on that date. Dr. Kelly said he had discussed the matter with a representative of Great Lakes Properties, and was advised that a proposal should be submitted by the City requesting permission to use the property. Dr. Kelly said that because of anxieties encountered in the planning, he -7- .April 26T, , 1976 has considered an alternative plan, -using -the Stormprope.rty,..,, and has received permission to use the property'.",It.would not iie posy ble to have the horse, race as planned, -.,Dr,,. ,Kelly,, said, ,.but a pony express could be, Beldo It would; stillbe. des�ireaKe' to use the La'Cresta parking' lot, , but; ot'ier,.-problems., spee.ifficallyv insurance,', - would: be ; eliminated by Bolding the' event within City hts_ The Council agreed that it would be preferable.to have,,.the,event„- inside the City, and the City Attorney said he would'verify.insurance coverage.for the event. The Manager said a_special.issue of the. Newsletter would be'devoted to. information•about the;_event for residents. DEPARTMENT OF*. TRANSPORTATION' RE.e ' FEDERAL 'AID URBAN 'FUNDS 772, Mr. Kinley reported that he had reviewed sample resolutions for cities assigning and accepting unused•Federal-Aid Urban Funds and could forsee no difficulties in Rolling Hills assigning funds to pC neighboring' 'cities'a Mrs o "Clifton 'recommended that the Council don"sid`er assigning 50% of the available funds to Rancho'Palos Verdes for a left Cl: turn pocket on Palos Verdes Drive East at Eastfield Drive, and the balance to Rolling Hils Estates for a purpose not yet establi6hedo w Councilman Pernell.said right and left turning traffic should be.,s.ep arated on Eastfield'Drive at the intersection with Palos Verdes,Drive East.' The Managersaid she would look at the road to determine whet'lier, it is wide enough to handle two lanes in that location. GUIDELINES FOR ROLLING HILLS ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY'BOARD_ 793 The City Attorney said- he` had" rev`iewed' the guidelines for the Environmental„Quality..Board, and wished to discuss the matter with Councilman Pernell to determine who`they should be amended. Councilman Pernell said that most of the remaining 'vacant lots in the city will be difficult'tcr-develop.; and since residences have been excluded from review by the".Environmental Quality Board, it might be advisable to amend the guidelines to require that residences be reviewed by the Board. Under present regulations extensive grading can be done and retaining walls can be built if done within certain limits. A'recommendation has been made to the Board of Directors that a permit should be required for all grading in excess of 4,000 square feet not now requiring a permit. Councilwoman Swanson, City Council liaison with the Board of Directors, was asked to report on the status of the recommendation before the Board. The City Attorney was advised to delay amending the guidelines until a report was made on the Board's action and recommendations regarding amending the grading regulations. HANG GLIDERS 868 Councilman Pernell asked whether there is a restriction in the City against hang gliding. The Manager said there is no policy, as gliders are not admitted to the City. Councilman Pernell said he had observed the activity.! Mrs. Goldreyer said if it is taking place in Rolling Hills it -should be monitored,,since horses could be fright- ened by such activities. PROPERTY OWNERSHIP CHANGES 903 Councilman Pernell requested that the Manager have data concern- ing changes of owners.hip,of properties in Rolling Hills prepared for presentation to the Council. Councilman Heinsheimer said that based on information previously presented in connection with consideration of a real estate transfer tax, 50 - 60 properties change ownership each year. Councilman Crocker -suggested: that the matter be deferred until budget considerations begin. DWIGHT OLIVER PROMOTION April 26, 1976 930 Councilman Heinsheimer reported that Mr; Dwight Oliver has been assigned to the main office of the Daily Breeze, with different respon= sibi.lities, and he suggested that a letter be sent by the Mayor on behalf of the Council congratulating Mr. Oliver on his promotion, UNDERGROUND BUDGET FUND 940 Councilman Crocker said that after reviewing recommendations on establishing an underground utility budget, he wished to recommend that the Council offer to reimburse 25% of the total cost, with a maximum reimbursement of $500, and that applicationb be accepted until June 30; with residents whose projects have been approved being notified by August 1, after review by the Planning Commission. The Council concurred with the recommendation, and the Manager was directed to make the announcement in the Newsletter, FEE SCHEDULE, ORDINANCE NO, 136 991 An amended schedule of fees for licenses,permits and miscellaneous fees in connection with Ordinance No, 136 was submitted to the Council. by the Manager. After review and minor changes, Councilman Heinsheimer moved that the schedule as amended be adopted. The motion was seconded by Couii� cilman Pernell and carried by the following roll eAll vote: AYES. Councilmembers' Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell; Swanson NOES. None ABSENT. Mayor Rose REGIONAL DEPLOYMENT PROGRAM, LOMITA SHERIFF1153 Mrs. Clifton reported that managers of Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes and Lomita had met with representatives of the Sheriff's Lomita Station to discuss a new regional deployment program; The Manager said additional information has been requested and would be presented at the next Council meeting, and also at meetings of the Bud- get Committee. EARTHQUAKE SAFETY 1164 Councilman Heinsheimer suggested that a film or slide presentation giving instructions to be followed in the event of earthquake b. obtained! for a neighborhood meeting. EMERGENCY ACTION COMMITTEE, 1263 Councilwoman Swanson suggested that since some of the members of the Emergency Action C'ommit'tee have moved or are unable to serve for other reasons,, a new committee shouldi be formed. The matter was held for additional discussion at the next meeting_ ADJOURNMENT' 12919' There being no further buslinessl to come before the Council,, the meeting was, adjourned! at 10!.25 Y.M. x2 MMay'o ` t -' - City4�c -. ME