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6/26/1989312 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA June 26, 1989 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order at 7:38 p.m., in the Council Chamber at the• Administration Building/City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California, by Mayor Leeuwenburgh on Monday, June 26, 1989. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: ALSO PRESENT: CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Heinsheimer, Councilwoman Murdock, Councilwoman Swanson, Mayor Leeuwenburgh Councilman Pernell (excused) Terrence L. Belanger Betty Volkert Capt. Dennis Gillard Ann Johnson Veronica Basque Mildred Bell Virginia Gibson Nancy Hedges Frank Hill Betsy Raine Shirley Tyndall Pearl Willburn City Manager Deputy City Clerk Lomita Sheriff's Stn. Los Angeles Times Resident Resident Resident Resident Resident Resident Resident Resident Councilwoman Swanson moved that the items on the Consent Calendar be approved and accepted as presented. Councilman Heinsheimer seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of a regular meeting of the City Council, held on June 12, 1989, were approved as written. PAYMENT OF BILLS Demands Nos. 3785 through 3814, in the amount of $43,705.82, were approved for payment from the General Fund. FINANCIAL STATEMENT The Financial Statement for the month of May, 1989, was accepted as presented. OLD BUSINESS There were no matters of Old Business before the Council for their consideration. NEW BUSINESS There were no matters of New Business for the Council's consideration. PUBLIC HEARING - CONTINUED PROPOSED BUDGET - FISCAL YEAR 1989/90 This is the fourth public hearing being held on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 1989/90. The proposed Fiscal Year 1989/90 Rolling Hills Municipal budget has been submitted to the Council for 313 their review and comment. The City Manager noted that action needs to be taken to clarify independent funds, and that two actions need to be taken to clarify the appropriation.of monies that the City does not receive but would otherwise receive allocations for during Fiscal Year 1989/90. The City Manager explained that the City receives an annual allocation of Federal -Aid Urban (FAU) monies, to be used on public arterials. Since the City of Rolling Hills does not have a street and roadway system that qualifies for the utilization of those funds, staff recommended that the Federal -Aid Urban monies for Fiscal Year 1989/90 be allocated to the City of Rolling Hills Estates, with the specific purpose of utilizing that money for Phase II construction of Palos Verdes Drive North. Councilwoman Swanson so moved. Councilwoman Murdock seconded the motion. There being no objections, the motion carried unanimously. The City also receives an allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) monies, to be utilized in various activities. However, none of the activities that qualify are activities that the City of Rolling Hills is a participant. Over the past several years the City of Rolling Hills has allocated their CDBG monies to the City of Lomita for the express of purpose of utilizing the money for their senior citizen, low and moderate income housing 00 development programs. Staff recommended that the City of Rolling Hills allocate its Fiscal Year 1989/90 Community Development Block Grant funds to the City of Lomita for that purpose. Councilwoman LO Murdock so moved. Councilwoman Swanson seconded the motion. There D being no objection, the motion carried unanimously. The other action cc for the Council to consider is the allocation of Proposition A Q monies. These are monies that are derived from the .7 % sales tax and are to be used for transportation purposes. The City receives an annual allocation of Prop A monies to be used for that purpose. However, many of the programs that are permitted by the Los Angeles County Transportation Commission the City of Rolling Hills does not qualify for. Therefore, annually, the City has sought to allocate its money to various transportation activities. These activities need to, either directly or indirectly, service the residents of the City of Rolling Hills. The City has approximately $23,000 that must be allocated this year. Councilwoman Swanson commented that, in her opinion, the City needs to develop a long-range plan for the allocation of the Proposition A funds, and asked that staff provide the Council with suitable options for these monies within sixty (60) days. She also feels that P V Transit is operated at a tremendous subsidy and, therefore, could not support the use of Prop A monies for that program. However, since the cities of Palos Verdes Estates and Rolling Hills Estates have alternative transit programs, i.e., dial -a -ride, Councilwoman Swanson suggested that this year's Prop A allocation be divided equally between those two cities. However, it should be made clear that this allocation should not be viewed as an ongoing policy. Councilwoman Murdock agreed with Councilwoman Swanson's comments. Councilwoman Swanson moved that the City of Rolling Hills allocate equal halves of this year's Prop A monies to the cities of Rolling Hills Estates and Palos Verdes Estates, and that it be used for whatever transit programs they feel appropriate. Councilwoman Murdock seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mayor Leeuwenburgh opened the public hearing and invited comments from the audience. There being none, the public hearing was closed. Councilman Heinsheimer moved adoption of the Fiscal Year 1989/90 Rolling Hills Municipal budget. Councilwoman Murdock seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Councilwoman Swanson commented that this is the best budget ever presented, and noted that the City is in a very sound financial standing. She commended the City Treasurer, Mr. Larry Courtright, and the Assistant Finance Officer, Ms. Norma Young, on an excellent job well done. - 2 - 314 OPEN AGENDA Mayor Leeuwenburgh explained that Open Agenda is to provide the public with an opportunity to address the Council on any matter that is not specifically outlined on the agenda. She further noted that the Council cannot take action on any matter presented under Open Agenda. The Mayor then invited comments from the audience. Mrs. Veronica Basque, 49 Eastfield Drive, addressed the Council and expressed concerns regarding the filming taking place at 58 Eastfield Drive. There are large spotlights on all night. She explained that it has been very disruptive and has created traffic problems. They are also parking on the neighboring property, however, she was not aware whether or not they may have obtained permission to do so. She feels that something needs to be done about this type of activity so that it doesn't happen again. The City Manager explained that a movie company, Sapphire Pictures, had submitted a letter to the Community Association stating that they had permission from Dr. Sircar to use his property for filming purposes for a maximum of ten days during the period from June 19 to July 19, 1989. Mrs. Virginia Gibson, 3 Meadowlark Lane, also stated her opposition to the filming activity. She felt that this type of activity could be prevented since commercial activity in the City is prohibited. Councilman Heinsheimer suggested that perhaps this disturbance could be handled under the category of "Loud/Obnoxious Party" or "Disturbing the Peace". He also suggested that the Sheriff be asked to be vigilant in enforcing the appropriate laws. Pearl Willburn, 60 Eastfield Drive, addressed the Council and stated her concerns and objections regarding the filming activity. She, too, noted that many vehicles have been parked on the neighboring property at 56 Eastfield, and sometimes vehicles have been parked on the Juge property. Councilwoman Swanson commented that perhaps this problem could have been avoided if Sapphire Pictures had not been sold a permit by the Community Association. However, since they have already begun, she suggested that the City Manager explain to the management of Sapphire Pictures the problems that have been created, and ask for the their cooperation. Councilwoman Swanson also suggested that the Council may wish to consider an ordinance regarding this type of activity. The City Manager noted that he had requested copies of ordinances regarding filming from the City of Avalon and the City of Palos Verdes Estates. The Council may wish to consider such an ordinance in the future. Mayor Leeuwenburgh commented that she had also observed men from the filming crew stopping and directing traffic, and had experienced traffic delays late at night. Councilman Heinsheimer remarked that the filming company should be informed that they absolutely.do not have the right to interfere with traffic. Traffic regulation is a matter for the Sheriff. Mrs. Shirley Tyndall, 65 Eastfield Drive, spoke in opposition to the filming activity at 58 Eastfield Drive. She also felt that a permit from the Fire Department should be required for this type of activity. Mrs. Nancy Hedges, 54 Eastfield Drive, also voiced her concerns and objections to the filming activity. She feels that there should be a restriction on the hours of operation. - 3 - 00 r' LO m Q I 315 ) Councilwoman Swanson suggested that a follow-up letter be sent to all the residents that have expressed concern regarding this matter. MATTERS FROM.MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL RANCHO DEL MAR GRADUATION Mayor Leeuwenburgh reported that she attended the Rancho Del Mar graduation last Thursday, June 22, 1989, and enjoyed it very much. FIRST INTERNATIONAL BALLOON RACE Councilman Heinsheimer announced that the first international balloon race was going to be held in Lithuania, USSR, on July 23 - 29, 1989. He will be participating and suggested that the City present plaques to the Mayors of the participating cities in Lithuania, which the Councilmembers fully supported. He noted that he would be absent until August 15. TRANSPORTATION TOUR BY SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION Councilwoman Swanson reported that Mr. Sam Skinner, Secretary of Transportation, was in town today and he toured the transportation facilities in the Los Angeles basin. MATTERS FROM STAFF BREAKFAST WITH ASSEMBLYMAN FELANDO The City Manager announced that there is a breakfast scheduled for Friday, July 14, at 7:30 a.m., with Assemblyman Felando, in the Community Room at The Shops at Palos Verdes. Anyone interested in attending should notify staff. Councilwoman Swanson noted that she would be attending. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to a Closed Session at 8:41 p.m., for the purpose of discussing personnel matters. MEETING RECONVENED The meeting was reconvened at 9:15 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Leeuwenburgh adjourned the meeting at 9:16 p.m. APPROVED: Mayor - 4 - City Clerk