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6/9/1986LO 0) LL. m Q 301 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA June 9, 1986 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 Pernell at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 9, 1986. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: ABSENT: ALSO PRESENT: CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmembers Heinsheimer, Leeuwenburgh, Murdock, Swanson, Mayor Pernell None Terrence L. Belanger Michael Jenkins June Cunningham Norma Young Capt. E. Omohundro Douglas McHattie Jerry Faris Anne La Jeunesse Mark Hereford Herbert Agid William Cross Mrs. Virginia Doak Dr. & Mrs. F. Hartwig Mr. & Mrs. W. Kirkendale Paul Lupo Lowell Lusk Mr. & Mrs. Paul Mitchell Mrs. Catherine Partridge Mrs. Elsa Pedersen Carl Price Mrs. Betsy Raine Miss Becky Raine Bruce Raine Mrs. M. Schmit City Manager City Attorney Deputy City Clerk Accountant L. A. County Sheriff South Bay Engineering Los Angeles Times Peninsula News Observer Residents Items a through c on the Consent Calendar were approved on a motion made by Councilwoman Murdock, seconded by Councilman Heinsheimer and carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of a meeting held on May 27, 1986 were approved and accepted as presented. PAYMENT OF BILLS Demands No. 1396 through 1418 in the amount of $23,336.40 were approved for payment from the General Fund. Demand No. 1412 in the amount of $4,003.49 was approved for payment from the Municipal Self -Insurance Fund. RELEASE OF BOND, TRACT 33871, CHACKSFIELD MERIT HOMES INC. On the recommendation of the City Manager, a bond in the amount of $20,500 posted by Chacksfield Merit Homes to assure relocation of building and fences within easements was released. Mr. Belanger said the work was a condition of approval of the final map for Tract 33871, and a letter was received from the Rolling Hills Community Association advising that the work has been completed to the satisfaction of the Association. It was the Manager's recommendation that the Surety Bond, #3SE 344 787-00 in the amount of $20,500 be released, and that Chacksfield Merit Homes be advised of the Council's action following completion of Condition No. 26 of Resolution No. 504 of the City of Rolling Hills approving Tract No. 33871, which was adopted on January 10, 1983. 302 June 9, 1986 PUBLIC HEARING, REVENUE SHARING FUNDS, FY '87 Mayor Pernell opened a public hearing to consider use of revenue sharing funds for Fiscal '87. The Manager explained that the hearing is required by Federal Law, to give the public an opportunity to comment on the proposed use of the funds. Mr. Belanger said the City will receive approximately 1/2 of the previous allocation of revenue sharing funds as a result of non -renewal by the Government of legislation for Federal revenue sharing. Approximately $4,500 will be given to the City of Rolling Hills during Fiscal '87 and will be received during the first half of the fiscal year. It is proposed that the Council expend the funds to upgrade properties located on the City Hall and tennis court site. The City Manager said the account into which the funds will go has been renamed Public Facilities Maintenance Account. There was no comment from residents present. Mayor Pernell closed the public hearing and received the City Manager's report for the file. PUBLIC HEARING, PROPOSED BUDGET, FY 187 Mayor Pernell opened a public hearing on the Proposed FY 1987 Municipal Budget. In a memorandum to the City Council, the City Manager advised that the proposed fiscal year 1987 Municipal Budget estimates General Fund revenues for the year will be $516,200 and General Fund expenditures for the year are estimated to be approximately $367,450. Mr. Belanger reviewed for the Council the significant changes proposed in the 1987 budget as currently structured, and he said sufficient copies of the proposed budget were available for residents at the hearing. Items in the proposed budget were reviewed and Councilman Heinsheimer asked about the increases for law enforcement services and traffic safety services reflected in the recommendations. Councilwoman Murdock explained that cities in the Regional Law Enforcement program operate under a formula and expenses are allocated to the cities based on that formula. Councilwoman Murdock said that under the formula Rolling Hills would pay less than last year, and she and the City Manager agreed that law enforcement should be increased in Rolling Hills, using the balance of funds that would not be used as part of the formulated costs. Mr. Belanger said the region has been asked to fund a vehicle to be used solely for traffic enforcement and funds resulting from the decrease in the City's rate for law enforcement will be applied to traffic enforcement. Mayor Pernell held the public hearing open for additional comments at the next regular City Council meeting. FLYING TRIANGLE 189 In a staff report to the Council the City Manager advised the Council that between the time the Council directed staff to prepare recommendations relative to a proposal submitted by Dr. Fritz Hartwig, 3 Pinto Road, for Klondike Canyon buttressing, and the current meeting, new geological information has become available which indicates that a buttress in Klondike Canyon would not be a positive mitigation measure, and could have a negative impact on the area. The Manager recommended that the City Council not consider further the Klondike Canyon Buttressing Proposal, and he recommended that the Council proceed with comprehensive geological studies in the Klondike Canyon area for the purpose of establishing a broader data base and more extensive knowledge of the landslide area. Mr. Belanger said it has been determined that the Flying Triangle Landslide in Klondike Canyon involves a larger area of land than previously believed, and the City's consulting geologist recommended that the buttressing proposal not be considered further, stating that placement of such a buttress could accelerate landslide -2- 303 June 9, 1986 activity and contribute to aggravation of the situation. The consultant has recommended that the City no longer consider the proposal, and that representatives .of the City meet with representatives of other entities involved to attempt to develop a more comprehensive study and evaluation of the landslide. Councilman Heinsheimer said discussions to this point assumed that the eastern side of Klondike Canyon was not part of the slide, and that possibly engineering activity could be undertaken to attempt to connect the unstable mass to the east side of the canyon. The geologists have now advised the Council that the east side of the canyon can not be counted on to be a stabilizing force, and that it may in fact be part of the unstable mass. Mayor Pernell invited Dr. Hartwig to comment on the geologist's advice to the City Council. Dr. Hartwig said he would agree with the conclusion if Art Keene, the County geologist acting as consultant to the City, agreed. Dr. Hartwig said the only documentation he has seen was signed by Dr. Perry Ehlig, consultant for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. The Manager said Mr. Keene has expressed the same opinion as Dr. Ehlig, but has not done Ln Ln so in writing. Mr. Belanger said the two consultants to the respective cities share a common opinion regarding the magnitude LL of involvement of Klondike Canyon in the slide. Dr. Hartwig asked m whether Mr. Keene has agreed with Dr. Ehlig's statement regarding Q involvement of the canyon in the landslide, or whether Mr. Keene has specifically advised the City that the canyon should not be filled. Mr. Belanger said Mr. Keene stated emphatically on May 29th that the City should not consider filling the canyon. Mayor Pernell said Mr. Keene will be requested to so advise the City. in writing. Dr. Hartwig said that if the consultants agree that the east side of Klondike Canyon, referred to by Dr. Ehlig as "Southfield Mountain" is moving, residents on Southfield Drive should be informed. Mayor Pernell said the Council is concerned, and has met with representatives of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes to discuss the newly reported extent of the slide. Dr. Hartwig asked whether the slide in Rolling Hills is now connected to the slide in Rancho Palos Verdes, whether they can now be considered one slide, and if so, whether Rolling Hills will be eligible for funding, as Rancho Palos Verdes is. Mayor Pernell said these questions are being considered by the task force which has been formed, consisting of representatives from both cities. Councilman Heinsheimer said the Council should also request a written statement from Mr. Keene commenting on statements by Dr. Ehlig in his letter dated June 2, 1986 reporting his geological observations. The City Manager said that has already been requested, and he will attempt to find out when it will be ready for presentation to the Council. Mayor Pernell asked that the information be sent to the City Council, to Dr. Hartwig and to anyone else who wishes it as soon as it is received. The matter was held on the agenda for further discussion at the next meeting. PROPOSED ORDINANCE ADOPTING L.A. COUNTY UNIFORM FIRE CODE 356 The matter was continued to the next regular meeting PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION, MAY 20, 1986 368 The City Manager advised the Council that at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on Tuesday, May 20, 1986, the Commission approved the following requests: Zoning Case No. 323, Paul Lupo, C.U.P. - Tennis Court A request by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lupo. for a Conditional Use Permit for construction of a tennis court on Lot 192 -B -1 -MS located at 4 Georgeff Road was approved by the Planning Commission subject to requirements of Section 17.16.012 of the Municipal Code, and subject also to Standard Conditions of Approval for Tennis Courts adopted by the Planning Commission on March 18, 1980; and subject further to the offer by the applicant for dedication of an equestrian -3- M. June 9, 1986 trail and extension of the drainage pipe as shown on the exhibit in the file. The plan was displayed and the City Manager showed the revised location for the proposed court, the location of the bridle trails and the area to be improved by extending the drainage structure. The Manager said the tennis court will be sunken to eliminate the view of the full height of the fence, and the vertical projection above grade will be approximately four feet. On the uphill side of the proposed court closest to the house, which is located above the proposed court location, the slope which is presently 3/1 will be engineered and terraced in several locations, and the new configuration will have a 2/1 slope. A sub-terranean drainage system will ensure proper drainage and slope stability. In discussing the matter, the Manager said the Planning Commission agreed that there is a need to define "canyon". Councilwoman Murdock moved that the Council take jurisdiction in the matter, stating that the City does not have the authority to require dedication of a trail easement without the consent of the Community Association. Further, she said there would be a significant visual impact by the proposed tennis court, as well as the impact on trails and drainage in the area. Councilwoman Murdock said a previous request for a tennis court on the property was denied, and it is her opinion that the new approval establishes a precedent, and should be carefully reviewed. Councilwoman Murdock agreed, too, that there is a need to define a canyon. The motion that the Council take jurisdiction in the matter was seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried unanimously. Mayor Pernell set a public hearing on the matter for Monday, July 14, 1986 at 7:30 p.m. Zoning Case No. 325, Samuel Weeks, Variance of Maximum Slope The Manager reported that at a regular meeting on May 20, 1986 the Planning Commission approved a request by Mr. Samuel Weeks 10 Possum Ridge Road, for a Variance of Maximum Slope Requirements to permit 1 1/2 to 1 grading for restoration of a slope which failed in 1983 following heavy rains during 1981 and 1982. Councilwoman Swanson asked whether the stabilization was done to create additional building area. Mr. Belanger explained that the request was for restoration of the slope only. The information was received for the file. Zoning Case No. 326, Tomiaki Okada, Front Yard Variance The Manager reported that the Planning Commission approved a request by Mr. and Mrs. Tomiaki Okada, 2 Acacia Lane, for a Variance of Front Yard Requirements for construction of a residence addition which will encroach into the established front yard. Mr. Belanger explained that although the proposed addition will be constructed in front of the existing residence, the integrity of the setback requirement will be preserved, since the addition will conform to the 50 foot setback requirement. The information was received for the file. RENEWAL OF CONTRACT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY 592 The Manager reported that the two year contract between the City of Rolling Hills and the Southern California Humane Society for animal control and dog licensing services expires on June 30, 1986, and he recommended that the Council approve renewal of the contract. Councilwoman Murdock moved that the City Manager's recommendation be accepted and that renewal of the contract for a two year period from July 1, 1986 through June 30, 1988 .be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh and carried unanimously. QC 1 305 June 9, 1986 CLAIM FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF DAMAGES, HOWARD S. SLUSHER A letter dated May 12, 1986 from Howard S. Slusher, 2 Wrangler Road, to Mayor Pernell was presented to the Council. Mr. Slusher asked that the City of Rolling Hills reimburse him in the amount of $127.20 for repair of damage to his car which he stated resulted from non -repair of the roads in Rolling Hills. A copy of repair bill No. 56028 was attached to the correspondence. The Manager advised the Council that a letter was sent to Mr. Slusher informing him that all roads in Rolling Hills are controlled and maintained by the Rolling Hills Community Association. Councilwoman Murdock moved that the claim be rejected by the City Council, and that Mr. Slusher be so informed. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Swanson and carried unanimously. MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL Councilman Heinsheimer noted that several Flying Triangle residents arrived at the meeting after presentation of a report concerning correspondence from the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and memoranda from Dr. Perry Ehlig regarding new information on the extent of the landslide, and he suggested that they be advised that copies of the material is available. Women's Community Club Social - Councilwoman Murdock Councilwoman Murdock said the annual fund raising social function by the Rolling Hills Women's Community Club will be held on Saturday, June 14, at the Negri residence, 3 Crest Road West. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to a closed session to discuss pending litigation at 8:10 p.m. MEETING RECONVENED The meeting was reconvened at 10:00 p.m. and the Mayor announced that the Council would meet in an adjourned session at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, 1986. MEETING ADJOURNED The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, 1986. APPROVED: Mayor -5- City Clerk Re-election to RTD Board of Directors - Councilwoman Swanson LO Councilwoman Swanson reported that she has been re-elected o) to the Board of Directors of RTD by cities in Corridor "B", for LL another term of four years, and she thanked members of the City Council for their support. Mayor Pernell congratulated Councilwoman m Swanson on behalf of the City Council. Q Reports on Flying Triangle for Residents- Councilman Heinsheimer Councilman Heinsheimer noted that several Flying Triangle residents arrived at the meeting after presentation of a report concerning correspondence from the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and memoranda from Dr. Perry Ehlig regarding new information on the extent of the landslide, and he suggested that they be advised that copies of the material is available. Women's Community Club Social - Councilwoman Murdock Councilwoman Murdock said the annual fund raising social function by the Rolling Hills Women's Community Club will be held on Saturday, June 14, at the Negri residence, 3 Crest Road West. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to a closed session to discuss pending litigation at 8:10 p.m. MEETING RECONVENED The meeting was reconvened at 10:00 p.m. and the Mayor announced that the Council would meet in an adjourned session at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, 1986. MEETING ADJOURNED The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, 1986. APPROVED: Mayor -5- City Clerk