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MINUTES OF A
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
December 11, 1989
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling
Hills was called to order at 7:34 p.m., in the Council Chamber at the
City Hall/Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling
Hills, California, by Mayor.Leeuwenburgh on Monday, December 11, 1989.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilman Heinsheimer, Councilwoman Murdock,
Councilman Pernell, Councilwoman Swanson,
Mayor Leeuwenburgh
ABSENT: None
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7' ALSO PRESENT: Terrence L. Belanger City Manager
Carol Lynch Asst. City Attorney
Betty Volkert Deputy City Clerk
m Fire Chief Corbett L. A. Co. Fire Dept.
Q Ann Johnson Los Angeles Times
Marie Montgomery Daily Breeze
George Shaw Architect
Roy Campbell Resident
Michael Gray Property Owner
Frank Hill Resident
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Hummel Residents
Mr. & Mrs. Robertson Residents
Mr. & Mrs. Vinter Residents
CONSENT CALENDAR
The Council requested that the minutes of November 27, 1989, be
removed from the Consent Calendar, and held on the agenda.
Councilwoman Swanson moved that the remaining items on the
Consent Calendar be approved and accepted as presented. Councilwoman
Murdock seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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The minutes of a regular meeting of the City Council, held on
November 27, 1989, were held on the agenda.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Demands Nos. 4163 through 4177, and 4179 through 4202, in the
amount of $112,876.69, were approved for payment from the General
Fund. Demand No. 4178 was voided.
RESOLUTION NO. 599
Resolution No. 599, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL IN ZONING
CASE NO. 39611, was unanimously passed, approved, and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 600
Resolution No. 600, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF
THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,
APRIL 10, 1990, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY
THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO
GENERAL LAW CITIES", was unanimously passed, approved, and adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 601
Resolution No. 601, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES
TO THE CITY RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO
BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 199011, was unanimously passed, approved,
and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 602
Resolution No. 602, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS
SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL
10, 199011, was unanimously passed, approved, and adopted.
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There were no matters of Old Business for the Council to
consider.
NEW BUSINESS
REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS - NOVEMBER 14, 1989
ZONING CASE NO. 404, MICHAEL GRAY, 2 MORGAN LANE
The City Manager reported that Zoning Case No. 404 is a request
for a Conditional Use Permit for a tennis court and pool house, and
for Site Plan Review for the proposed tennis court and pool house at 2
Morgan Lane.
Subsequent to several public hearings and a field trip to the
site, the Planning Commission voted to grant a Conditional Use Permit
and Site Plan Review approval for the pool house. Additionally, the
Planning Commission voted to deny the request for a Conditional Use
Permit for a tennis court.
There was no further discussion. The City Council accepted the
Planning Commission's report, and received it for the file.
ZONING CASE NO. 408. ROBERT MOORE. 11 MIDDLERIDGE LANE NORTH
The City Manager explained that Zoning Case No. 408 is a request
for a Variance to the front yard and side yard setback for the
construction of additions to the existing nonconforming structure, and
a request for a Site Plan Review for the proposed additions at 11
Middleridge Lane North.
Following two public hearings and an on-site investigation of
this property, the Planning Commission voted to grant the request for
a Variance to the front yard and side yard setbacks, and to grant Site
Plan Review approval for Zoning Case No. 408.
The Planning Commission's report of approval was accepted by the
City Council, and received for the file.
ZONING CASE NO. 409, GARNET CUMMING. 34 SADDLEBACK ROAD
Zoning Case No. 409 is a request for a Conditional Use Permit for
the conversion of the existing stable to a Guest House at 34,
Saddleback Road.
After conducting two public hearings and field trip to the site,
the Planning Commission voted to grant a Conditional Use Permit for
the proposed Guest House, subject to conditions outlined in the
Resolution of Approval.
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There was no additional discussion of this matter. The City
Council accepted the report of the Planning Commission, and it was
received for the file.
PUBLIC HEARING
PROPOSED URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTING UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
The City Manager explained that the proposed ordinance is for the
purpose of adopting, by reference, Uniform Building Code in addition
to the Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and
Mechanical Codes.
The proposed ordinance also reflects a change in the City's
current roofing regulations. The type of roofing required would
change from Class "B" to Class "A", as well as the manner in which a
roof is fastened to the supporting roof structure.
It is suggested that the proposed ordinance be adopted as an
co urgency ordinance -since State law requires that the Uniform Building
Code be no later than December 31, 1989. As an urgency ordinance, two
readings would not be required.
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Mayor Leeuwenburgh opened the public hearing, and invited
m comments from the audience.
Q No one spoke on this matter, and Mayor Leeuwenburgh closed the
public hearing.
Councilman Pernell moved adoption of Urgency Ordinance No. U-52,
entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1988 EDITION, AND AMENDMENTS
THERETO; LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, ELECTRICAL CODE, TITLE 27; THE
UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1988 EDITION, AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; THE
UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1988 EDITION, AND AMENDMENTS THERETO;
ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO SAID CODES, READOPTING PORTIONS OF TITLE 15 OF
THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF",
and that reading in full be waived. Councilwoman Swanson seconded the
motion, and it carried unanimously.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THANK YOU TO STAFF
Mayor Leeuwenburgh commended staff on their agenda and newsletter
preparation by use of the desktop publishing software.
The City Manager pointed out that the City Treasurer, Larry
Courtright, is the individual responsible for the procurement and
implementation of the appropriate software, and for the training of
the staff.
The Council requested that a letter of appreciation be sent to
Mr. Courtright.
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES MEETING
Mayor Leeuwenburgh reported that she and Councilwoman Swanson
attended the League of California Cities meeting last week, and that
Mr. Jim VanHorn was unanimously elected to the LAFCO position.
THANK YOU LETTERS RECEIVED
Mayor Leeuwenburgh announced that the City has received letters
of thanks from Dr. Erickson and Mary Hall for the plaques that were
presented to them by the City for the Educator of the Year.
REGIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT MEETING
Councilwoman Murdock reported that the Regional Law Enforcement
Committee met last week, and the major topic of discussion was a
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proposal by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes that the Peninsula cities
adopt uniform false alarm ordinances. The matter was held on the
agenda for future discussion.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
RECYCLING PROGRAM
The. City Manager informed the Council that this matter would be
on the agenda for discussion at one of their meetings in January.
DRIVING -UNDER -THE -INFLUENCE PROGRAM
The City Manager reported that, as in the past, the Sheriff's
Department would be conducting their Driving -Under -The -Influence (DUI)
Program during the Christmas and New Year's holidays.
CREST ROAD REPAVING
Crest Road is in the process of being repaved, from the Crenshaw
gate eastward to Eastfield Drive. Traffic Operations has been
scheduled to restripe and repaint Crest Road immediately after it is
repaved. Following the restriping, Crest Road will also be
reflectorized.
The City Manager also informed the Council that Johns Canyon has
been striped, and will be reflectorized.
PUBLIC HEARING ON REVISED GENERAL PLAN & DRAFT EIR
The City Manager advised the Council that the Planning Commission
will be conducting a public hearing on the Revised General Plan and on
the "Draft" Environmental Impact Report for the General Plan Update
and Zoning Ordinance, at their meeting tomorrow night. Subsequently,
this matter will come before the City Council at their meeting in I January.
CATV
The City Manager reported that the City of Rolling Hills has been
approved for inclusion in the 1990 capital budget of the Cable
Television Company, for the installation of the basic infrastructure.
TENNIS COURT LIGHTING
The City Manager explained that the Rolling Hills Tennis Club has
asked the City to consider the installation of court lighting on court
no. 1, which is now unlighted. The reason for their request is due to
the increase in the use of the tennis courts, and to further expand
nighttime playing opportunities.
The property owners in the immediate vicinity of the tennis
courts were notified of the Tennis Club's court lighting proposal.
Two neighboring property owners (Mr. Zuehlke and Mr. Gage) expressed
strenuous objections to the proposal.
The installation of light on court no. 1 will not contribute
significantly to the ambient light impact that currently exists when
courts nos. 2 and 3 are in use during darkness. The state-of-the-art
in tennis court lighting design is such that the light "spillover"
outside the court is less than six feet (61). The noise impact from
an additional lighted court will not be significantly greater than
that which already exists on courts 2 and 3 during their use at
nighttime.
The cost of lighting court no. 1 is estimated to be approximately
$8,500.00 to $9,000.00. The Tennis Club would share in this cost.
Councilwoman Swanson confirmed with the City Manager that this
would be a capital expenditure. Furthermore, the City Manager
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explained that the maintenance cost would be defrayed by means of a
metered box.
Councilwoman Swanson questioned if there was adequate screening
of court no. 1. The City Manager explained that the court is
completely screened on the east, south, and west. It is only slightly
visible on the north side, from courts nos. 2 and 3.
There was a question raised about the distance to the nearest
residence. The City Manager indicated that the nearest residence is
in excess of one hundred feet (1001), and that the stable is the
nearest structure to the court.
Mrs. Joyce Robertson, 3 Reata Lane, addressed the Council and
spoke to this matter. She reiterated the reasons for the Tennis
Club's request, i.e., increased use, especially during the evening.
Mrs. Robertson pointed out that Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday evenings
are especially critical as there are many evening tennis activities on
these days.
Councilman Heinsheimer suggested that, with the improvement in
the state-of-the-art lighting, perhaps the totality of light emitted
could be reduced.
Following discussion on this issue, the Mayor asked that the
Council Sub -committee, consisting of Councilman Pernell and
Councilwoman Swanson, research available state-of-the-art court
lighting, and work with the President of the Tennis Club and with the
surrounding neighbors. The Sub -committee is to report back to the
Council once they have completed their research and met with the
appropriate parties.
Councilwoman Murdock also suggested that it be researched and
determined whether there was previously a promise, guarantee, or
understanding that was reached with the surrounding neighbors when
courts 2 and 3 were constructed and lighted. This should be taken
into consideration as well.
OPEN AGENDA
Mayor Leeuwenburgh invited the public to speak on any topic not
specified on the agenda.
DRAIN TO KLONDIKE CANYON
Mr. Roy Campbell, 3 Runningbrand Road, spoke to the Council about
a new drain that is being constructed on Crest Road, near 33 Crest
Road East. He explained that the residents in the Flying Triangle
have very serious concerns, and want to be assured that this drain
will be conducted outside of Rolling Hills, to the drain in Rancho
Palos Verdes, and will not be terminated at the bottom of the Probst
property.
Mayor Leeuwenburgh explained that this drain belongs to the
Rolling Hills Community Association and not to the City. It is her
understanding that a suggestion has been made that a Water Hazard
Abatement District be formed. The Mayor informed Mr. Campbell that
the City's Geotechnical Sub -committee has been activated, consisting
of Councilman Heinsheimer and Councilman Pernell, who will be working
with those residents concerned about this matter.
The City Manager commented that the purpose of the drain, as he
understands it, is to conduct as much drainage as possible to the main
Klondike Canyon.
Mayor Leeuwenburgh informed Mr. Campbell that the residents need
to prepare and present a proposal to the City Council for the
formation of a Water Hazard Abatement District, if this is the way
that they wish to proceed.
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The Mayor suggested that the* concerned residents advise the
Rolling Hills Community Association of their concerns.
PLANNING COMMISSION
Mr. Michael Gray, property owner of 2 Morgan Lane, criticized the
Planning Commission's handling of his zoning case.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Leeuwenburgh recessed the meeting at 8:36 p.m. to a Closed
Session. _
CLOSED SESSION
A Closed Session was held 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., to Monday,
December 18, 1989, at 4:30 p.m.
APPROVED:
Mayor
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City Clerk