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7/9/199045.5° MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA July 9, 1990 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor Heinsheimer at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, July 9, 1990 in the Council Chamber at the City Hall/Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Leeuwenburgh, Murdock, Pernell, Mayor Heinsheimer 00 ABSENT: Councilwoman Swanson (excused) r' ALSO PRESENT: L. D. -Courtright City Treasurer L Michael Jenkins City Attorney Ray Hamada Principal Planner June Cunningham Secretary co Julie Roberts Secretary Q Jay Corbett L.A. County Fire Dept. Anne La Jeunesse P.V. Peninsula News Ann Johnson L.A. Times Bruce Clark Leighton & Associates Richard Linde Architect Frank Hill Resident Tom Boyd Resident Joan Saffo Resident A. & C. Inducil Residents J. & R. Frey Residents Arthur Pedersen Resident A. & L. Zimmerman Residents J. & M. Brogdon Residents Robert Bostrom Visitor Virginia Doak Resident Peggy Lambie PVLHC M. & C. Haueisen Residents D. & S. Reddy Residents Roy Campbell Resident L. & C. Ramsdell Residents C. & C. Manning Residents G. & G. Cashman Residents Chesley Houske Resident Cynthia Makin Resident Carl Price Resident Joey Komada Resident Mary Lu Crocker Resident Arvel Witte Resident Sistie Moffett Resident Don Gales Resident B., C. & B. Raine Residents INTRODUCTION OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER Mayor Heinsheimer welcomed Mr. Dennis McDuffie, new Interim City Manager (former Manager of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes). CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Pernell moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council on June 25, 1990 and the special meeting on July 2, 1990 be approved and accepted as written. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Murdock and carried unanimously. —1— 456 OLD BUSINESS City Treasurer Courtright presented the amended contract for audit services providing for a maximum fee of $2500 and including the hourly rates as requested. There being no objections, the contract will be signed. Councilman Pernell moved that the audit reports for fiscal years ended 6/30/88 and 6/30/89 be accepted. Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously. PAYMENT OF BILLS Demands No. 4696 through 4727 in the amount of $48,978.65 were approved for payment from the General Fund, with the exception of Demand No. 4698, which was voided. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS ON JUNE 19, 1990 ZONING CASE 400, David Clark, 11 Packsaddle Road East Lots 29 & 30 -SF: Request for Modification to previously approved Site Plan to cover an existing concrete foundation (constructed without building permit) with topsoil, and to amend the Resolution of Approval accordingly. DENIED. Letter dated June 29, 1990 advised the applicant that the decision may be appealed pursuant to Sections 17.32.140 and 17.32.150 of the Municipal Code. ZONING CASE 418, Linda Cigliano, 26 Caballeros Road Lot 11 -SR: Request for Conditional Use Permit for a corral requiring a grading permit. DENIED. A resolution stating the findings for the denial was adopted by the Planning Commission on June 30, 1990. ZONING CASE 422, Orrin Pollock, 6 Morgan Lane Lot 170 -6 -MS: Request for Variance to encroach into the side yard setback to construct a detached accessory structure and to install mechanical equipment. APPROVED subject to correction of Association violations within 90 days, as stated in a resolution adopted by the Planning Commission on June 30, 1990. ZONING CASE 426, Samar Sircar, 58 Eastfield Drive Lot 103 -EF: Request for Variance to encroach into the front and rear yard setbacks to remodel portions of the existing residential structures and to construct retaining walls within the rear yard setback; Request for Site Plan Review for the proposed residential model. APPROVED. Conditions for the approval are set forth in a resolution adopted by the Planning Commission on June 30, 1990. ZONING CASE 427, Dr. Lee Secrist, 9 Upper Blackwater Canyon Lot 98-1-RH: Request for Site Plan Review for proposed residential -additions and attached garage. APPROVED. Conditions for the approval are set forth in a resolution adopted by the Planning Commission on June 30, 1990. ZONING CASE 428, Dale Stucker,'6 Flying Mare Lane Lot 61 -A -SF: Request for Variance to encroach into the rear yard and front yard setback to construct additions to the existing residence and garage; Site Plan Review for the proposed residential additions, conversion of the existing garage to living space, and proposed new three -car garage. APPROVED. Conditions for the approval are set forth in a resolution adopted by the Planning Commission on June 30, 1990. -2- 4-57 Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh noted that the Stucker pool was listed on one plan as hardscape rather than a structure. Principal Planner Hamada said he will have the correction made to show it as a structure. PROPOSED ORDINANCE — Introduction and First Reading AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS PROHIBITING THE RIDING OF BICYCLES ON EQUESTRIAN TRAILS AND AMENDING THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE. City Attorney Jenkins explained that at the last City Council meeting he was asked to bring back an ordinance that would prohibit riding or walking of bicycles on horseback riding and bridle trails. This ordinance would go into the chapter of the Code relating to traffic. There were no comments from the public. Councilman Pernell suggested the ordinance be amended to include "any wheeled vehicles" so that tricycles would be covered. He also said that input from the Caballeros was essential before adoption of the ordinance, and Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh noted for the 00 record that members of the Caballeros had requested the ordinance because of ongoing problems with wheeled vehicles on the trails. Mayor Heinsheimer directed staff to contact the President of Lo Lo the Caballeros for input. CO CITY MANAGER SEARCH Q Councilman Pernell reported the search is on schedule; the search firm is processing over 200 prospective candidates. By the July 23 City Council meeting the Personnel Committee will have culled enough so that the Council can look at the remaining prospects. Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh commended the Personnel Committee for the excellent job they are doing. CITY LANDSCAPING Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh advised that she and Councilwoman Murdock have met with the Chairman of the Landscape Committee and gone over the area around City Hall, the main gate and the tennis courts and are recommending that the Council accept Ridgescapes as the contractor. She noted that maintenance of the area has been neglected and that after the improvements are made a contract for maintenance will be put out for bid. Mayor Heinsheimer pointed out that there is a trough around tennis courts 12 and 13 that collects water when it rains, and the area around the trash cans also has standing water, which can lead to mosquito problems. Staff was asked to contact Rolling Hills Estates to coordinate their painting schedule with the Rolling Hills planting schedule. Mayor Heinsheimer asked Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh to add to the considerations of the Landscape Committee a letter from Mr. Zelke which has comments about landscaping around the tennis courts as well as the operation of the courts. The Tennis Club has reported improvements are being done, to the lighting and the timers, which should be helpful. A reply letter to Mr. Zelke was requested by the Mayor. ADDITIONAL MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Councilwoman Murdock reported that she. and Councilwoman Swanson met with City Attorney Jenkins and Interim City Manager McDuffie prior to the meeting to discuss alternatives to the housing element to meet the requirement of providing a mechanism for approving affordable housing. They are investigating and discussing alternatives and are preparing to report back to the Council as scheduled in September. -3- 458 Additionally, Councilwoman Murdock advised that as Norma Young will be leaving at the end of the month after serving many years as Senior Accountant, she felt that a breakfast with the community invited would be appropriate to commemorate her service to the City. She will discuss it with Norma and a notice will be put in the City newsletter. MATTERS FROM STAFF Principal Planner Hamada reported that the Planning Commission subcommittee on mixed use structures has completed its study. They feel that mixed use structures should be subject to a Conditional Use Permit and it should be part of the Code eventually, but they would like City Council comments and direction to expedite the matter. Councilwoman Murdock, who serves as liaison to the Planning Commission, agreed to collect marked -up copies of the "Recommended Conditions and Regulations for Approval of a Structure to be Used for a Stable/Barn and Garage Structure ('Mixed Use Structure')" from the other Councilmembers, summarize their comments and report directly to the Planning Commission at its next meeting on July 17, 1990. Interim City Manager McDuffie brought to the attention of Councilmembers some letters that have been received in the past few days. Mary Thomas, Director of Recreation and Parks for Rancho Palos Verdes, wrote regarding the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority who are proposing to develop Point Vicente to make it more of a regional park and are applying for funding under the Park Land Conservation Act. Protection of open space on the Palos Verdes Peninsula would also be included in the bond act. They would like the support of the City of Rolling Hills, which would receive a' per capita share of $33,816 of the $140 million. Mayor Heinsheimer agreed to work with staff to prepare the appropriate letter for the Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for July 17, 1990. The City Manager also advised that the final report of the Army Corps of Engineers on the landslide problem has been received and is available for Council to review in his office. OPEN AGENDA Mr. Charles Haueisen, owner of #6 Eastfield, stated that the "Mixed Use Structure" draft was written specifically to cover his situation and brought up some objections he has to the wording of the draft. It was explained that the ordinance will be the subject of a public hearing at the July 17 Planning Commission meeting, after which time the Commission will redraft the ordinance and send it to the City Council, which will then hold another public hearing before deciding on its adoption. MATTERS FROM CITY ATTORNEY Michael Jenkins replied to an earlier query from Councilwoman Swanson that the Municipal Code contains a provision prohibiting blockage of natural watercourses and recommended that an investigation be made of the dam in question. If it is found to be in violation, a letter will be sent to the property owner and the realtor will be notified, as the property is for sale. The second item from the City Attorney was that the View Impairment Ordinance is being exercised for the first time. The initial step when an application comes in contending that a view is being obstructed in violation of the ordinance is to have it mediated, and the City is to select a mediator. An application fee must also be established, and Mr. Jenkins will bring to the next Council meeting a resolution establishing this fee, as well as a copy of the ordinance. He has a list of people who would be available to serve as mediator and the matter will be discussed at the July 23 meeting. -4- F__� [1 Finally, the franchise agreement with Dimension Cable TV is being rewritten, will be reviewed by the parties soon, and a new proposed agreement should be available by the July 13 Council meeting. MIRALESTE HIGH SCHOOL EIR Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh reported that the EIR on closure of Miraleste High School is in City Hall available for review. PRESENTATION OF PENINSULA PRESERVATION GEOLOGIST'S REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT BELOW THE CREST ROAD FIRE STATION Dr. Chris Manning, President of Peninsula Preservation, spoke of his concerns and that of his neighbors regarding the possible development of residences and a golf course in the Portuguese Bend landslide area. He asked that the City Council take whatever action is possible to protect the homeowners. Dr. Manning then introduced Donald B. Kowalewsky, Certified co Professional Geol.ogist, who reported on his review of the geologic reports of Leighton & Associates. He recommended that T"4 in order to minimize liability a panel of geologists should Lo study the matter thoroughly and try to reach a consensus as to whether the area can be stabilized enough for safe m construction of homes and a golf course, before granting Barry Q Hon's request to remove the Portuguese Bend landslide moratorium. Bruce Clark, Principal Engineering Geologist for Leighton & Associates, agreed that more study is needed as well as strict controls during construction and post—construction constraints. Following questions from residents regarding specific items of the Leighton & Associates report, Mayor Heinsheimer welcomed those present to remain and discuss the matter informally while the Council met to discuss litigation issues in another room. CLOSED SESSION At 9:10 p.m., Mayor Heinsheimer adjourned the meeting to a closed session for the purpose of discussing litigation matters. MEETING RECONVENED Councilmembers came out of the litigation session at 9:25 p.m. and staff was directed to prepare the proper documents to certify that Councilwoman Leeuwenburgh will attend the August Sanitation District meeting. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Heinsheimer adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m. to Monday, July 23, 1990 at 7:30 p.m. Minutes Secretary APPROVED: Mayor —5— M