12/13/1976A regular
Mayor Rose at
Rolling Hills,
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
December 13, 1976
meeting of the City Council was�ca�led to order by
the Administration Building,2 Portuguese Bend Road,
Californi4.,at 7:30 P.M.,.Monday, December;13,. 1976_.
ALSO PRESENT:
Of
a
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilmembers Crocker, Heinslieimer, Pernell., Swanson
Mayor Rose.
None
Teena Clifton
William Kinley
June Cunningham
Lon Clearwaters
Jack Morris
City Manager
City Attorney
Secretary
Attorney
Coldwell Banker
Mayor Rose ordered the minutes of the meeting of November 22, 19.76
held for the next meeting.
FLYING TRIANGLE PROPERTIES 10
TIEN -EE, 3 RUNNINGBRAND ROAD
Mr. Lon Clearwaters advised the Council that he was present to
represent Mr. Tien Zee who owns property at 3 Runningbrand Road. Mr.
Zee wishes to salvage the steel and structure of the abandoned pool on
his property, and has discuss.ed the matter with Mr. Robert Winship,
president of Palos Verdes Pools. Mr. Winship recommended that the
pool be filled with sand, and that holes be drilled in the deep end
to take care of drainage.. He stated that removal of the pool would
be costly, especially since Mr. Zee hopes to eventually re -build on
the property, and plans would include a pool similar to that presently
on the property. Fu thver; he said that sand_ wouldk..not damage..the •in-
tegrity of the pool-, and the material could be removed and the pool
restored at a future date. Mr. Clearwaters requested that the Council
approve the proposal, since. Mr. Winship advised Mr. Clearwaters that
filling the pool would be as effective in eliminating the hazards as
demolishing it.
Mrs. Clifton said she had discussed the matter with Mr. Winship,
and he made -a similar recommendation for the Willhite property at 6
Runningbrand Road. She also discussed,the proposal with the County
Engineer, and he agreed that it would be an acceptable solution for
both properties. Further, - Mrs. Clifton said a non-resident had been
injured while skateboarding in the Willhite pool,. -and she had advised
Mrs. Willhite and her attorney of the incident.
Councilman Crocker moved that the proposal made by Mr. Clearwaters,
on behalf of Mr. Zee be accepted, and that the order to demolish the
pool be terminated, and that the work be completed as soon as possible.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the
following roll call..vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
NOES: . None
ABSENT: None
The Council directed that in both cases the work be accomplished
within ten days.
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Mr. Clearwaters advised the Council that he would attempt to have
the work completed at the earliest date possible. Mr. Winship had in-
dicated that the work could be completed within ten days.
MRS. ETHELYN WILLHITE, 6 RUNNINGBRAND ROAD
Mr. Jack Morris of Coldwell Banker advised the Council that he
represented Mrs. Ethelyn Willhite in the sale of her property, and Mr.
Winship made a similar recommendation for the property, with an addi-
tional recommendation that the fence surrounding the pool be restored,
because of the deck which surrounds the pool. In discussing the matter
the Council agreed that restoration of the fence should not be required
by the Council if the pool is filled, and should be left to the discre-
tion of the owner.
Councilman Crocker moved that the proposal to fill the pool with
sand be accepted, that the order to demolish the pool be terminated
and that the work be completed as soon as possible. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mr. Morris said the work would be completed within ten days unless
unfavorable weather conditions prevented completion. Mayor Rose said
the City Manager would have the authority to extend the time in such
instance.
CALIFORNIA GENERAL SERVICE AREA 75
Correspondence dated November 30, 1976 from California Contract
Cities Association and December 8, 1976 from the League of California
Cities regarding the County General Service Area was presented to the
Council. Councilwoman Swanson said she will be required to vote on
the matter during the first week in January as a representative of
the City of Rolling Hills; however, complete information concerning
formation of County Service Areas had not been provided by the
League of California Cities.
The matter was held on the agenda for further discussion at the
next Council meeting.
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES RE: ILLEGAL DUMPING 125
In a letter dated November 23, 1976 Mr. Leonard G. Wood, City
Manager of Rancho Palos Verdes advised that his city has experienced
an extensive amount of illegal dumping during the past few months.
Most of the debris consists of dirt and rock, and has been dumped on
city right-of-way, resulting in unsightliness and considerable removal
expense.
At a meeting on November 18 a revised permit procedure was worked
out with Building and Safety, and Mr. Wood requested that the City of
Rolling Hills consider implementing a similar permit requirement.
Mrs. Clifton explained that at present truckers must pay $1.00
per load for removal of such debris, and she said, further, that
extensive damage to Johns Canyon Road, as a result of a large amount
of stone and rock hauled out from recent excavations required repairs
to the road at a cost in excess of $6,000.
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In discussing the matter Councilman Pernell suggested that the
problem of dumping debris be referred to the Planning Commission, and
he suggested that members of the Planning Commission be asked to attend
the next Council meeting to discuss the matter. Councilwoman Swanson
said that the December meeting of the Planning Commission has been ad-
journed because of lack of a quorum, and it is doubtful that any of
the members of the Commission would be available to attend the Council
meeting. The City Attorney recommended that the Board of Directors be
asked to increse the fee charged for such hauling over Association roads.
Councilman Pernell said he would attend the next Board meeting and make
the recommendation. Councilman Crocker suggested that the Association
should charge by the cubic yard hauled, rather than by truckload; Mr.
Kinley said that is an administrative matter. Mayor Rose asked the
Manager to implement whatever procedure is necessary to control out-
side dumping, such as requiring receipts for each load.
on LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES HEADQUARTERS OFFICE BUILDING 324
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Correspondence dated November 26, 1976 from the League of Cali-
fornia Cities regarding a special assessment for construction of a
'-Z headquarters office building in Sacramento was presented to the Council.
The General Assembly of the League, meeting in San Diego, approved a
special assessment for financing the construction over a three year
period, based on population of member cities, and Mrs. Clifton ex-
plained that cities which did not participate in the assessment would
no longer be members of the League, even though dues were paid. Fur-
ther, the Manager said that the first annual payment would not be due
until August 1, 1977.
Following discussion, Councilman Heinsheimer suggested the City
Council approve the assessment, that the budget chairman be asked to
advise on the best method of paying the assessment, and that the re-
quired funds be included in the next budget, so payment could be made
on August 1, 1977 as required.
DESIGN OF GATE FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS ROAD - BUGGY WHIP DRIVE 366
Mrs. Clifton reported that the extension of Buggy Whip Drive
will be paved in the near future, and the all weather hard surface
emergency road between the cul de sac on Buggy Whip Drive and the cul
de sac on Middleridge Road will be prepared. She asked whether the
Council wished to make a recommendation about the type of gate to be
installed at the cul de sac on Buggy Whip Drive.
Following discussion the Council agreed that the type of gate
or closure installed would be an administrative decision. The
Manager said she would present the design for the proposed gate be-
fore it is installed.
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES 385
In a letter dated December 2.,. 1976, Mayor John A. Anderson,
Mayor of Rolling Hills Estates enclosed correspondence from the
United States Environmental Protection Agency stating that the most
effective procedure to eliminate the discharge of sewage sludge to
the ocean would be construction of a sludge dewatering facility at
the Hyperion Treatment Plant in Los Angeles, and hauling the sludge
cake by truck to the Palos Verdes Sanitary Landfill in Rolling Hills
Estates.
Mayor Anderson asked that the Rolling Hills City Council support
the Rolling Hills Estates City Council in their request that the City
of. Los Angeles and the Environmental Protection Agency prepare en-
vironmental documents on the application, and he stated that is is
possible that the project might create greater levels of air
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;pollution than it would reduce levels of marine life pollution.
Councilman Pernell moved that the City Council support the City
Council of Rolling Hills Estates. The motion was seconded by Coun-
cilwoman Swanson and carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES- Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
NOES- None
ABSENT- None
RESOLUTION NO. 378 394
Councilman Heinsheimer moved that Resolution No. 378 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS FIXING
A PENALTY FOR THE FAILURE TO OBTAIN AND PAY THE FEE FOR A DOG LICENSE
WITHIN THE TIME SPECIFIED BY SECTION 4.04 OF ORDINANCE NO. 136 be
adopted, and that reading in full be waived. The motion was seconded
by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
NOES- None
ABSENT- None
TRAFFIC STUDY 401
Mrs. Clifton said she met with Mr. Robert Kerr and provided him
with all available information from the Road Department and the Auto-
mobile Club to assist him and his committee in studying the problem
in the Eastfield area. Further, the Manager presented cost inform-
ation for re -striping the entire City, based on a survey conducted
by the Manager and representatives of the Road Department. Cost
figures were obtained from two private sources and the County Road
Department, Mrs. Clifton said. Councilman Pernell asked whether the
price included striping along the sides of the road, Mrs. Clifton
explained that there is a unique problem concerning side striping in
Rolling Hills, since dirt from the trails, displaced by horses, would
in some cases cover the side stripe, making it ineffective. She said
the Board of Directors is considering purchase of some type of sweeping
or blowing equipment to take care of that problem, Councilman Crocker
suggested that a decision on side striping be reserved, but that other
road striping and marking not be delayed.
Following the discussion, Councilman Heinsheimer moved that the
Manager be authorized to spend up to $7500 to do striping and marking
as recommended by the Road Department, and that if recommendations for
additional markings are made by the Traffic Committee, such optional
markings can be authorized by action of the Councils _The motion was
seconded by Councilman Crocker and carried by the following roll call
vote-
AYES- Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
NOES- None
ABSENT- None
Mayor Rose asked that striping at the side of the road be included
as an agenda item for the next meeting.
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TENTATIVE TRACT 31714, RANCHO PALOS VERDES 502
The City Manager reported that another map has been presented to
the City of Rancho Palos Verdes for thirty two one-half acre parcels
on property at 5300 and 5400 Crest Road, adjacent to Ste John Fisher
Church. The Planning staff of Rancho Palos Verdes will review the
new map and make a report based on it. Mayor Rose ordered the matter
held on the agenda.
GORDON SHULTZ, TRACT 30605 509
Mrs. Clifton reported that four families who own property on Johns
Canyon Road were contacted, and all agreed that they had no objection
to releasing the bond for sprinklers, as requested by Mr. Shultz.
A motion to release the bond was made by Councilman Crocker and
seconded for purposes of discussion by Councilman Pernell. The Manager
said she wished to review individual landscape plans for the properties
to determine whether sprinkler systems were part of the plans. Council-
man Crocker withdrew his motiori.an.d Councilman Pernell withdrew his
second. The Mayor ordered the matter held on the agenda.
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CLIFTON HIX, TRACT 29383 534
Mrs. Clifton reported that the map is still being reviewed by the
geologist, and she asked that the matter be held on the agenda. The
Mayor so ordered,
PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION 535
The Mayor directed that the staff report on salaries to California
Water Service Company executives be received and noted.
PAYMENT OF BILLS 539
Councilman Crocker moved that Demands No. 5820 through 5867 in
the amount of $30,143.14 be paid from the General Fund. The motion
was seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PROPOSED ORDINANCE - DISORDERLY CONDUCT 559
The matter was held on the agenda at the request of the City
Attorney.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE RE: PADDLE TENNIS COURTS 560
A proposed ordinance to amend the zoning ordinance by adding
paddle tennis _courts to Section 3.01, subsection 3, paragraph 3: Non-
commercial residential recreational uses., was presented by the City
Attorney, as requested by the Council at the November 22 meeting.
Councilman Heinsheimer moved that the ordinance entitled AN,.-,.
ORDINANCE OF -THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 33 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE -'OF -THE CITY OF -ROLLING HILLS, -.CALIFORNIA
PROVIDING FOR ZONING IN SAID CITY" be introduced, and that reading in
full be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crocker -and, -
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney advised that it would be necessary to hold a
public hearing on the proposed ordinance, and the hearing was set
for the next regular meeting of the Council on December 270
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION RE: TENNIS COURTS
625
The Manager reported that at the last meeting of the Planning
Commission' an adjourned meeting held on December 7, 1976, it was
determined that there would not be a quorum available for the next
regular Planning Commission meeting on December 21, The Chairman
directed that two applications for conditional use permits for con-
struction of swimming pools be deferred until the regular meeting on
January 18, 1977, and that consideration of applications for condi-
tional use permits for construction of tennis courts be held for the
regular meeting in March, to enable the Planning Commission to complete
work on guidelines for tennis courts, which they are working on.
Councilman Crocker said the Planning Commission had in effect
imposed a "de facto" moratorium on tennis courts, and asked whether
they can take such action, rather than the Council. Councilman
Heinsheimer said the Planning Commission schedules public hearings on
applications presented, but should have advised the Council in writing
of the action to defer the hearings. Mayor Rose suggested that the
Council consider a moratorium on tennis courts through April 30, 1977
to provide sufficient time for public hearings before the Planning
Commission and City Council on the guidelines. Councilwoman Swanson
said that since the Council agrees that it would be in the best
interest of the applicant for the Planning Commission to develop the
guidelines before considering the application in order to {hake a fair
judgment, the Planning Commission should be advised that the Council
agrees with their intent, and asked to advise the Council of their
schedule of meetings, in order to provide sufficient time for hearings.
Councilman Pernell suggested that Councilwoman Swanson contact the
chairman of the Planning Commission to work out the time allotments,
so they can meet their proposed date of March 1977 to consider tennis
court applications.
Following the discussion Councilman Heinsheimer moved that the
Council impose a moratorium until April 1, 1977 on consideration of
tennis courts not yet filed with the City, in order to permit the
Planning Commission time to develop guidelines to be presented to the
City Council for review and adoption by the Council by March. Coun-
cilman Pernell seconded the motion for purposes of discussion, The
City Attorney recommended that the motion be amended to include new
and pending applications for tennis courts. Councilman Heinsheimer
said he meant to include tennis court applications which have been
filed but not yet processed by the Planning Commission, and he amended
his motion to so state, Councilman Pernel seconded the amendment. The
amendment was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The motion as amended was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES Councilmembers Crocker, Heinsheimer, Pernell, Swanson
Mayor Rose
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
LETTER FROM ESTHER WACHTELL 849
A letter dated November 30, 1976 from Mrs. Esther Wachtell, 35
rest Road East, expressing appreciation for recent Council and Plan-
ing Commission actions in connection with a request for a conditional
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permit for construction of a tennis court on property adjoining
the Wachtell property was referred to the Board of Directors.
RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT MEETING 914
Councilwoman Swanson reported that at the meeting with-represent-
ati.ves of the Rapid Transit District on Thursday, December 9, the
District was requested to coordinate bus schedules on the Peninsula
with school schedules, and she had received a telephone call advising
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her that by action of the District, such scheduling would become ef-
,-�)fective on January 2, 1977, and bus schedules and pamphlets would be
,-)distributed to school children in Peninsula schools. 'Further, she
�Wsaid the Chamber of Commerce had agreed to publicize the bus service
and the League of Women Voters would contact senior citizens groups
in an effort: to encourage use of the buses on the Peninsula.
CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE
Councilwoman Swanson reported that
City Selection Committee Mr. Ed Russ of
of Norwalk were appointed to the `County
ir. Hank Doerfling of Hermosa Beach was
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LETTER FROM DR. KENNETH LEWIN
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at a recent meeting of the
Gardena and Mr. John Zimmerman
Transportation Commission, and
appointed to the Coastal Com -
954
In a letter dated December 9, 1976, Dr. Kenneth Lewin; 18 Buggy -
whip Drive, reported that there is a continuing problem with a pack of
wild dogs in the Buggywhip area. He said that several dogs and cats
have been killed and injured, and recently his thirteen year old
daughter was intimidated by large German Shepherd -'.type animals which
are becoming increasingly aggressive. He asked that the Council attempt
to find a solution before a tragedy occurs.
Mrs. Clifton said that in talking with Mrs. Lewin, it was deter-
mined thatthere are three coys, two adults and a pup, and two German
Shepherd dogs, and that Roger Vink had been directed to again make an
effort to eliminate the dangerous animals.
PROPOSED TENNIS COURT, HOWARD SLUSHER 998
Councilman Pernell asked about the status of the application by
Mr. Howard Slusher for a -conditional use permit to build a tennis
ccurt at 61 Portuguese Bend Road. Mr. Kinley said that at the adjourned
meeting of the Planning Commission on December 7, 1976 the Commission
had acted to defer the matter to January 18, 1977, to enable them to
(:brain and evaluate professional opinions in the matter.
PROPOSED GRADING ORDINANCE 1007
The Mayor asked that the matter of grading be placed on the next
agenda so the Council can consider a proposed ordinance for grading an
area more than 4;000 square feet, regardless of depth, with the exception
of grading for removing or clearing brush or weeds.
ADJOURNMENT 1027
The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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