5/9/1977MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
May 9, 1977
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills
was called to order at the Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend
Road, Rolling Hills, California by Mayor Crocker at 7:30 P.M. Monday,
May 9, 1977.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT- Councilmembers Pernell, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
Councilman Rose arrived at 8:45 P.M.
ABSENT- Councilman Heinsheimer
ALSO PRESENT- Teena Clifton
William Kinley
L. D. Courtright
June Cunningham
RESIDENTS PRESENT:
Mr. & Mrs. C. Aylesbury
Mr. & Mrs. J. Biby
Dr. & Mrs. R. Black
Dr. & Mrs. D. Bray
Mrs. P. Breitenstein
Mr. & Mrs. J. Brogdon
Mr. & Mrs. T. Cobb
J. Davidson
Mr. & Mrs. G. Epstein
Mr. & Mrs. A. Esser
Dr. & Mrs. R. Gibson
Mrs, K. Goldreyer
Dr. J. Greenhut
Mrs. S. Gregory
Mrs. C. Hanscom
Dr. & Mrs. R. Hoffman
Mrs, S. Jelsma
Mr. & Mrs. A. Krauss
Mrs. M. Lean
L. Lusk
Mr. & Mrs. E. Lyle
W. MacCabe
R. Meurer
Mrs. J. Murdock
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
City Manager
City Attorney
City Treasurer
Deputy City Clerk
Mrs. A. 011a
Mrs. C. Partridge
Mrs, M. Perry
Mrs. B. Raine
F. Riegel
G. Roberts
Mr. & Mrs. D. Robertson
Mrs. J. Rowe
Mrs. M. Rutherford
Mrs. J. Saffo
Mr. & Mrs. R. Schaefer
Mrs. E. Schleissner
H. Slusher
Dr. & Mrs. A. Smith
Mr. & Mrs. J. Stern
W. Stringfellow
Mr. & Mrs. R. Stinnett
T. Terry
D. Towle
Mrs. P. Ver Planck
Mr. & Mrs. R. Virtue
J, Washburn
Dr. S. Weller
The minutes of the meeting of April 25, 1977 were approved and
accepted as presented on a motion by Councilwoman Swanson, seconded
by Councilman Pernell and carried unanimously.
FLYING TRIANGLE EXTENSION
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Mayor Crocker advised the Council that a parcel of land known as
the Flying Triangle Extension, which consists of 19 acres at the end
of Portuguese Bend Road, is owned by Palos Verdes Properties. The
property is along the boundary of the City adjacent to the Flying
Triangle, and is zoned.RAS-1. The Mayor asked that the matter be
referred to the Planning Commission for a feasibility study regarding
a possible change of zoning to RAS -2. As part of the study, Mayor
Crocker suggested that the rezoning of the entire Flying Triangle to
RAS -2 be considered, with any non -conforming parcels considered to be
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in compliance, since many properties in the Flying Triangle are two
acres or more in size.
REMOVAL OF GUARD RAIL, MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH 859
'The -Manager reported that the Traffic Commission met on May 4,
and recommended that the guard rail in front of th"e Aylesbury proper-
ty at 2°Miadleridge Lane South be removed as requested by Mr. and Mrs.
Aylesbury. Members of the Traffic Commission made a field trip to the
site prior to the meeting, the Manager said, and it was their opinion
that the guard rail was not necessary, since many locations in the
City have similar catch basins without guard rails.
Mayor Crocker asked the City Attorney whether there was a possi-
bility of liability to the City resulting from removal of the guard
rail, and Mr. Kinley said there could be; he said he would review the
matter. Councilwoman Swanson moved that the Council authorize removal
O0 of the guard rail as recommended by the Traffic Commission, subject to
approval of the City Attorney and the Rolling Hills Community Associa-
C1 tion. The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried
unanimously.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT 889
Correspondence from the County Flood Control District dated
April 20, 1977 concerning the Financial Status of Project 6650, and a
letter dated April 25, 1977 regarding the Erosion Condition on Project
6601, and a report from the Manager on both letters were held on the
agenda for discussion at the next meetings
REQUEST FOR VARIANCE FOR FIRE -PROOFING EXISTING ROOF, BART CLEVELAND 914
In a memorandum to the Council dated May 4, the Manager advised
that the Bart Cleveland home on Open Brand Road was heavily damaged by
fire recently, and a new fire retardant roof as required by ordinance
is being installed. Mr. Cleveland advised that the garage which was
built'in 1973 remained after the fire, and he requested permission to
have "Shingle Safe" spray applied to that portion of the roof which
was not destroyed.
A motion to approve the request for "Shingle Safe" spray on the
garage as an exception to the usual requirement was made by Councilman
Pernell, seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES- Councilmembers Pernell, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
NOES- None
ABSENT- Councilmen Heinsheimer, Rose
PUBLIC HEARING, -PROPOSED BUDGET, FISCAL YEAR 1977-78 940
Mayor Crocker opened a public hearing on the Proposed Budget for
Fiscal. 1977-78, and advised that Councilwoman Swanson is Finance Officer
and Mt. Larry Courtright is City Treasurer. The Finance Committees of
the City and Association have met and have identified some policy ques-
tions and made some recommendations which will be addressed at the hear-
ing, the Mayor said, and consideration ®f a major capital expenditure
for recreation and other important matters affecting the City's tax
rate also* would be discussed. The Mayor asked Councilwoman""Staarison° to
make.a preliminary presentation of the proposed budget, and she -reviewed
the various items in the budget, advising residents of the logic behind
several of the items included.
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Councilwoman Swanson announced that the budget is based on a,
proposed tax rate of $018, and page 7 shows additional funds which
could be generated if the tax rate were set at incremental rates of
5�, between $020 and $1000° She stated further that there is a projected
General Fund balance of $138,333 remaining from 1976-77, including Recre-
ational Fund balance of $24,600; a public hearing to consider additional
recreational facilities will be held following the Budget hearing. The
Manager said Councilmen Heinsheimer and Rose are negotiating the rate
for trash collection, and salary information will be inserted in the
budget after a personnel session when Councilman Heinsheimer, personnel
officer, returns. In reviewing the proposed budget, Councilwoman
Swanson made the following recommendations: Page 4 of the proposed
budget, Line 86, Litigations recommended that $5,000 be included; Line 88,
Seminar, California Contract Cities: review allocation of $1,250 and
reduce allocation to $625 if excessive, since no one attended seminar
this year; Ling 89, South Bay Community Organizations. review and increase
allocation if indicated.
Mr. Forrest Riegel, 2 Cinchring Road,'questioned accepting the CETA
Grant shown in the budget, Mr. Kinley said funds may be accepted as long
as CETA employees work only for the City and not the Association.
Councilwoman Swanson said an allocation. of $14,500 in last year's
budget for undergrounding was removed from the proposed budget, since
there was no claim for the money during the past year under the Council's
program to pay $500 toward the cost of removing poles. Mayor Crocker
explained that undergrounding is extremely expensive, and the allocation
was not sufficient to make any appreciable progress in undergrounding,on
an individual basis; underground utilities are required for new construc-
tion and as a condition of approval for subdivisions. Councilwoman
Swanson said she considered removing even one pole important, and she
asked residents who wished to express an opinion to do so. An increase
of approximately 10% for the same level of Sheriff'F services has been
included for salary and cost of living increases. Mayor Crocker said
the Council has determined that the level of service contracted for is
adequate, since the Sheriff drives through Rolling Hills enroute to and
from the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, and is highly visible at times
when not actually on duty in Rolling Hills. The Mayor added that cita-
tions can be given and law services provided by Sheriff personnel who
are driving through the city to adjacent cities.
Councilwoman Swansor thanked residents for attending the budget
hearing, and said additional input would be welcomed for presentation
at subsequent budget hearings and discussions at future Council meetings.
Mayor Crocker thanked Councilwoman Swanson and noted that no allo-
cation was made in the proposed 77-78 budget for tennis or equestrian
facilities. He said there is a reserve of approximately $71,000 from
all funds remaining at the end of the current fiscal year. An increase
in assessed valuation of real estate and a subsequent increase of approxi=
mately 25% in taxes can be anticipated for Fiscal Year 1978-79, the
Mayor said. He explained that unspent funds in the amount of $9,600
for tennis facilities and $15,500 for equestrian facilities will remain
in the Recreation Facilities Fund until needed, and will not revert to
the General Fund. Mayor Crocker said he wished to proceed with the
public hearing on consideration of major capital expenditures for rec-
reation, and wished to heai first from residents who feel that the tax
rate should be maintained at the lowest possible figure, and that no
funds should be allocated for major capital projects for equestrian or
tennis facilities; following that a presentation will be made by the
Tennis Club and Caballeros. The matter will then be taken under sub-
mission by the Council and no decision would be made at the hearing,
Mayor Crocker said, since two members of the Council are absent.
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PUBLIC HEARING, CONSIDERATION OF MAJOR CAPITAL EXPENDITURES FOR RECREATION
Mayor Crocker opened the hearing and read a letter into the record
from Mr. and Mrs. Russell Chase, 2 Ringbit Road East. Mr. and Mrs,
Chase stated that they are opposed to taxation and/or the spending of
City money to provide regreation for just that group that is interested
in playing tennis, and would be equally opposed to taxation or spending
of City money if it wereffor any other specific form or recreations.
The letter was received for the file with similar letters opposing the
proposal from Conrad Fischer, 1 Southfield Drive; Sally Ripley and Fa Co
Ripley Jr., 91 Crest Road East; Anton Bo Weber, 53 Portuguese Bend Road;
Mr. and Mrs. Lew Hankins, 4 Spur Lane; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Do Fisher,
17 Portuguese Bend Road; Dr, and Mrs. Alden Smith, 1 Acacia Road; and
Mrs. Pixie Breitenstein, 5 Acacia Road. The Mayor said if there were
residents present who wish to have their names recorded as being of
similar sentiment, they should make their opinions known for the record.
The Clerk reported that Mrs. Fay Kerr, 10 Eastfield Drive, telephoned
and stated that she and Mr. Kerr wished to go on record as opposing any
such expenditure, and would prefer approval of more private courts if
,C1' they were tastefully done.
Mr. Jim Brogdon, 5 Maverick Lane, said he wished to know how much
the Council was considering before expressing opposition or support of
any proposal, Mayor Crocker said equestrian facilities can be maintained
at the present level for approximately $10,000 to $15,000; $10,000 would
be more`than ample for maintaining tennis courts, except for periodic
resurfacing. Mayor Crocker said an allocation of $20,000 should main-
tain both equestrian and tennis facilities at the current level. Mr.
Brogdon asked whether the Council is. considering maintaining or improving
the current facilities. Mayor Crocker said that in a letter dated May 9
the President of Caballeros requested that the City delay making any
financial commitments for recreationalfacilities until Caballeros recom-
mendations are considered. Mr. Jelsma said the recommendations are
being prepared and would be submitted prior to the next Council meeting.
He said Dr. David Bray, president of the Tennis Club was prepared to
make'a presentation concerning acquiring additional land for four more
tennis courts, at a cost of approximately $200,000. Mrs. Emily Schleissner
77 Crest Road East, said the presentation should be made first, and a vote
taken after on the advisability of making such an -expenditure. The Mayor
concurred.
Councilman Rose arrived at 8045 P.M.
Dr. David Bray, President of the Rolling Hills Tennis Club, distrib-
uted copies of a report covering datat compiled by the Club, including
use of the existing courts, and arguments substantiating the need for
more tennis courts. Following presentation of the report Mrs. Carol
Hanscom, 12 Williamsburg Lane, asked whether the new courts would be
for public use. She was advised that they would be for residents of
Rolling Hills. She expressed a concern about additional traffic, and
asked whether additional parking areas would be provided. Dr. Bray
said parking would be under the jurisdiction of the City. Mr. Ray
Schaefer, 69 Eastfield Drive, advised that he had compiled statistics
concerning tennis courts in surrounding cities and had determined that
the ratio of residents per court was lower for Rolling Hills than for
any other Peninsula. city, Dr. Alden Smith, 1 Acacia Road and Mrs.
Pixie=Breitenstein,,- 5 Acacia Road, expressed their concerns about the
impact of'tennis courts on their properties; specifically, that courts
in the area under discussion would depreciate their properties because
of the proximity and increased traffic, and further, that recreational
facilities enhance over-all property values and would result in increased
taxes for them. Mrs. Hanscom asked whether the proposed expansion would
benefit residents or members of the Tennis Club. Dr. Bray said the
Tennis Club is a service organization for the people of Rolling Hills,
and is especially important for the youth of the City. The facilities
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have been outgrown, Dr. 'Bray said, and the need for additional facili-
ties has been demonstrated9 Mrs. Schleissner asked whether the Tennis
Club has considered charging fees for use of the courts and for main-
tenance. Mrs. Joyce Robertson, 3 Reata Lane, said 60 - 70 children
participate in tournaments, and need additional courts for practice
as well -as to accommodate tournament play. Mr. Robert Virtue, 4 Maver-
ick Lane, said he wished clarification about how the $200,000 projected
for the proposed tennis courts would be raised, and what the impact on
the tax rate would be, Councilwoman Swanson asked Mr. Larry Courtright,
City Treasurer, to speak to the question,
Mr. Courtright said if the purchase was made outri ht, and if the
ballpark figure was $200,000, the cost to residents wou d be $.73per
$100 assessed value. A house with $100,000 market value or $25,000
assessed value would generate $182.50 based on a projected one year
$urchase. If spread over 20 years at 6% interest, the cost would be
16 per year per $100,000 market value. A 20% tax exempt bond would
cost $318 total over the years, with interest making up the difference
between $182.50 and $318.00 per $100,000 market value. Mayor Crocker
said 66 2/3% of the voters would have to approve a bond issue. Mr.
Courtright said there are many plans and options which could be considered.
Mayor Crocker said that George Epstein, Bill Stringfellow, Jack
Davidson and Joan Saffo, members of the Board of Directors of the Roll-
ing Hills Community Association were present at the meeting, and he
said that one concept for development of tennis courts would be for
the City to acquire the property, which would then be leased from the
City and maintained by the Community Association. Mayor Crocker said
the Community Association could be asked for financial assistance if
the City does not have sufficient funds.'
Mrs. Pixie Breitenstein addressed the meeting and said that al-
though her property is across from the property being discussed, she
has not been approached by either the Tennis Club or the City on the
matter. Mrs. Breitenstein said no one in the area was contacted, and
it was her opinion that there would be an unfavorable impact on the
properties if four additional tennis courts were built, because of in-
creased noise and traffic. Mrs. Breitenstein said further that when
the existing courts were built the residents were assured that they
would be completely screened by landscaping, but they remain highly
visible. It was her opinion that private tennis courts would not be
approved for any of the properties on Acacia Road, and City tennis
courts should not be built in the area. Dr. Alden Smith, 1 Acacia
Road, said he agreed with Mrs. Breitenstein, and he read into the
record a letter expressing the objections of the Smiths and Mrs,
Breitenstein. The letter was received for the file. The following
residents supported Mrs. Breitenstein and Dr. and Mrs. Smith: Mrs.
Betsy Raine, 71 Portuguese Bend Road! A. E. Esser, 71 Crest Road East;
Lowell Lusk, 7 Portuguese Bend Road and Mrs. Cathering Partridge,
69 Portuguese Bend Road. Mrs. Partridge urged that another location
be found if additional courts are approved.
Dr. Bray said that although individual property owners on Acacia
Road have not been approached, extensive work has been done by the
Tennis Club with regard to finding the most suitable location, and
the report was made at the request of the City Council. He said it
would be most desireable to have all courts in one location, and the
Ver Plancks had been approached with that in mind. Further, the
matter was discussed at several City Council meetings, and statistics
quoted were taken from records kept in the office. The Tennis Club,
at the request of the Council, thoroughly researched and studied the
use of the existing courts, and their conclusion was that more courts
are needed. On that basis they proceeded to investigate the bast
location and reported to the Council as requested. Councilman Mose
said copies of the agenda are sent to all residents, and it was his
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opinion that there was public knowledge of the Council's direction to
the Tennis Club. Mr. Iden Watts, 1 Wrangler Road, said that maintenance
for four additional courts was not included in the proposed.budgeto Mr.
Jack Washburn, 5 Caballeros Road, said Vhe issue of additional tennis
courts is too important for a small group to decide, and he suggested
that it be placed on the 'ballot at the next municipal election. Gary
Roberts, 1 E1 Concho Lane, a participant in junior tennis, made an
appeal for additional courts, and stated that more opportunity to prac-
tice would aid the youth in Rolling hills in tournament playa
Mr. Brogdon asked whether all neighbors in the area were opposed
to additional tennis courts in the Accacia Road location, since the
only residents who spoke were those'who did not wish to have additional
courts near their properties. Mrs. Pearl Ver Planck, 1 Acacia Lane,
said she wished the City had not approached her and her husband with
an offer to purchase a portion of their property, although she does
recognize the need for more tennis courts. In view of that need, she
said she would be willing to have the City and Tennis Club consider
purchasing her property. Further, Mrs. Ver Planck said that Mr. Ver
Planck would be willing to sell a portion of the property for tennis
�courts and continue to occupy the remainder, but if the courts were
built, Mrs. Ver Planck would prefer to sell the entire property to the
City, since the house could be used by the Tennis Club as a clubhouse.
Mrs. Betty,Stern, 29 Crest Road East, said she heard members of
the Tennis Club say that additional courts are needed for tournament
play, and for practice for tournament play. Further, it was stated
that only Tennis Club members can play in tournaments. Dr. Bray said
that residents of Rolling Hills can use the tennis courts, but only
Tennis Club members participate in events which are organized and
directed by the Tennis Club.
Dr. David Basque, 49 Eastfield Drive, said that the existing
courts are not adequately landscaped, and he objects to the appear-
ance of the chain link fences at the entrance to the City. Mr.
Lowell Lusk said he would be opposed to committing more money for
recreation and increasing the tax rate, since the schools provide
many recreational facilities.
Mayor Crocker said a major consideration before the Council was
whether to permit more private tennis courts, or to develop public
courts for use by Rolling Hills residents. He said land in the
vicinity of La Cresta School was suggested. Mrs. Partridge said there
is land in the vicinity of the South Gate which should also be con-
sidered. Mayor Crocker said he had viewed level land in the Johns
Canyon area which is presently undeveloped, and thought it should be
considered before it is developed into home sites. Dr. Bray said
the Tennis Club feels strongly that all courts should be in one
location.
Councilwoman Swanson asked how many residents wished to have the
matter placed on the ballot in the next Municipal Election in Spring
of 1978o The. City Attorney said a simple majority would decide the
question if put to a vote. Mayor Crocker said that most of the people
present indicated that they would be willing to have it on the ballot,
although some were ambivalent. The Mayor said discussion of the matter
would continue at a subsequent meeting.
RECESS
The meeting was recessed at 10.25 P.M. and reconvened at 10:30 P.M.
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TRACT 30345, DR. JERRY GREE14HIJT 257 (2)
A letters rl. t, ,i `Ict (5, 1.977 from Meurer Engineering requesting a
one year ti..r.te ext_un3ion in which to record 'Tract 30345 was presented
to the Council Mr, Rof,cr Meurer advised the Council that Dr. Jerry
Greenhut has met all requirements and approval. of the final map is
being cac!;ayed h°J 7.4`1 u -c or an adjoining, neighbor to sign the road
At_tornev reported that the tentative map was
cdproved clr 11:ir.cli JU. 197`i, actd a one year time extension was granted
on .June 28, 1976.
Cour,cil.%ia:i Thus,, move l that the time for corunletion of the subdi-
i:"> ion } to o t.trc 't 10, 1. c7 . a -�d that: a letter be written to
Gr: ;ilii r tcr, : s s7 t' t;r ir.i th(, evertr. the s,_i1)d1vion has not been
l0 4 l.t'C i gat ite., c )provai_ of thf. tcntati,,,e ra�lp will expire.
I -,1, .; on w -is second d by Councilman Pernell and carried by the
L0 t ! :iwJ 1,}, t.01 1 :',21 VULE .
imt„Zk„-rs Pernell, Rose, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
ABS, MP. ; .,uncl.lwan i.einsheimer
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:�. Ct 1`177 from Meurer U.;rF, _neering requesting a
our yea,_ ir�c .�t.t is i ot. :.t wl,i_cli t -o r-er:or. cl °[ %act 32256 was presented
to 1 -he (, :•un% ?.1 '1'iq, (:4.ty 1 ttorr_cv reported ttiot the tentative map
Gans ^u;)roveci o;r .June. 9, 1975, and a one year extension was granted
Orli i t lne
Co, ici 1.,!.; , Pnr; r_ l ;.iove,t that. ttie t.itrre for completion of the
subdivi.sir�n he e<�tc nded t” o .trine 1), 1.978 , and that a letter be written
to Mr. 11curer advi.sinir that in the event the subdivision has not been
completed by that date, approval of the tentative map will expire.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the
following roll call vote
AYES, Coua.cilmeml,ers Pernell, Ro:,e, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
NO1; : None
A]3, 'I _NT: f, () !1k, ! l� Hel_rishei,i,er
AUT % +X43 , 1Dfi.l;ta SHAW
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A letter dated May 9, 1977 from Meurer Engineering requesting a
yc.,r ri.ioe .n whish to record 'tract 29543 was presented
t.�. r}re ru; At:rorr( �,7 rem: or,ted that the tentative map
:.any approved i, 1,975 ind a one ;year extension was granted
on Aupust. 1976<
Cot Inc ]_1.r;?rtrl Roy,, i'lov.-'d than the Lirae for completion of the subdi--
vist.on l,c tr,r,i :l i,, f,obruar.y 3, 1.978, and that a letter be written
Lo Mr, Sh�iw ac!� i s ing Lha t in the event the subdivision has not been
completed by that date, approval of the tentative map will expire.
The motion was seconded by Councilman. Pernell and carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES. Councilmembers PernelI_, Rose, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
NOES. None
A E S '°"'t': �,c7.,'Ir'r 1 Heirtsheimer
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PAYMENT OF BILLS 299
Councilman Rose moved that Demands No. 6146 through 6177 in the
amount of $6,999089 be approved for payment from the General Fund.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Pernell, Rose, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
NOES- None
ABSENT- Councilman Heinsheimer
LETTER FROM MRS RUTH WILLIAMS, 2740 PALOS VERDES DRIVE NORTH 301
The Manager reported that the Traffic Commission had discussed
the matter of a hazardous traffic condition at a private driveway
OC described in a letter from Mrs. Ruth Williams, 2740 Palos Verdes
Drive North, and a letter would be sent to Mrs. Williams making a
recommendation in the matter.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE, ANIMALS RUNNING AT LARGE 304
The City Attorney presented a proposed ordinance which would pro-
hibit horses running at large, and provide a penalty for violation,
Mr. Finley explained that it was originally contained in Ordinance
No. 91, but when that ordinance was amended by Ordinance No. 136, the
section was inadvertently omitted.
In discussing the proposed ordinance, the Council agreed that
Paragraph (B) should be deleted, and paragraphs (C), (D) and (E)
renumbered correspondingly.
The proposed ordinance as amended, titled 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 THE LICENSING OF DOGS" was
introduced, and reading in full was waived on a motion made by Council-
man Rose, seconded by Councilman Pernell and carried by the following
roll call vote;
,YES- Councilmembers Pernell, Rose, Swanson, Mayor Crocker
NOES- None
ABSENT- Councilman Heinsheimer
HEARING ON APPEAL, HOWARD SLUSHER, ZONING CASE NO. 171 360
Mayor Crocker said he wished the Council to discuss whether their
decision on the Hearing on Appeal regarding Mr. Howard Slusher's appli-
cation for a tennis court, held by the Council on April 25, could be
legally reconsidered by the Council. The Mayor said that the City
Attorney had ruled that according to Roberts Rules of Order a motion
to reconsider the matter must be made at the next regular meeting of
the Council, and must be made by a member of the Council who voted in
favor of the motion at the previous meeting. Mayor Crocker said he
had a concern that residents were not given an opportunity to speak
on the matter at the hearing on appeal. The Mayor said the failure to
permit the residents to speak could be a serious impediment to the
validity of the Council's decision, and he urged that the appropriate
motion be made, and residents be given an opportunity to speak on the
matter. Councilman Rose said he did not agree with the Mayor, and it
was his opinion that the meeting was conducted in accordance with
guidelines requested by and provided to the Council, as well as a
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fi.eld trip to the site. Councilman Rose said it was the Council's
obligation to abide by the legal opinion of the City Attorney. A
motion to reconsider the matter was not made.
Mayor Crocker said he wished the City Attorney to draft rules for
the Council to abide by in future cases to eliminate any ambiguities
to their decisions, and he asked Mr. Kinley to present them in draft
form at the next meeting.
PALOS VERDES COORDINATING COUNCIL 466
Councilman Pernell reported that he represented Rolling Hills at
a meeting of Palos Verdes Coordinating Council held at the Library on
April 27, attended by representatives of the four Peninsula cities.
Mayor- Crocker asked Councilman Pernell to report at the next meeting,
due ro the late hour.
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING 471
Mrs. Saffo announced that the next neighborhood meeting would be
held at the Duddleson homey 11 Packsaddle Road East on Thursday, May 5.
MAJOR LANGER, 1 RUNNINGBRAND ROAD 490
In a letter dated May 5 Mr. Major Langer advised that he has
hired a pool company to do reparative work on the swimming pool on
his property to insure that the problem does not arise in the future.
He said the work would be completed within the next two weeks. Mrs.
Clifton said she would check to see whether the wort: has been completed
in compliance with orders from the Council to abate the nuisance of
breeding mosquitoes and larvae.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT 521
The City Attorney presented a letter from the Department of Housing
and Urban Development, Federal Insurance Administration, advising that
the Flood Hazard Boundary Map for the City of Rolling Hills, issued on
June 28, 1974, has been rescinded effective February 9, 1976. The
letter was received for the file.
R�.SOLUTION NO. 384 512
Councilman Rose moved that Resolution. No. 31)/, entitled A RESOLU-
T?ON OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING IT --LLS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TE'Y'.ITORY COMMONLY
DESIGNATED AND REFERRED TO AS THE "CRENSHAW r".Tr A^.EA" TO THE CITY
OF ROLLING HILLS 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 Pernell, Rose, Swanson., Mayor Crocker
NOES: None
ABSENT. Councilman Heinshe_hiir
AP.*`r,UF,,1MENT 528
Mayor Crocker adjourned the -tinp, at 11 .30 P.M�
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APPROVED
Mayor