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CC MINS 19731107MINUTES RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting November 7, 1973 The meeting was called to order at Miraleste Elementary School, 6245 Via Canada at 7:45 p.m. by Mayor Marilyn Ryan. Following the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, roll call was answered as follows: PRESENT: Councilmen Gunther Buerk, Ken Dyda, Robert E. Ryan and Mayor Marilyn Ryan ABSENT: Councilman Francis D. Ruth Also present were Acting City Manager Lee Weber, Assistant City Attorney Tom Winfield and Deputy City Clerk Doris Brown. MINUTES APPROVAL Following correction of typographical error on page 73-040, it was moved by Councilman Buerk, seconded by Councilman Dyda and carried that Minutes be approved as submitted for the Regular Meeting of October 24, 1973, the Special Meeting of October 30, 1973 and the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 1, 1973. AUDIENCE QUESTIONS Mr. Ken Masat invited the Mayor and members of City Council to participate in the MIA Run scheduled for November 15 by the Beach Cities. A question by Mr. Sherman Hutchison regarding lot splits was referred to the Planning Director for answer. SURPLUS SCHOOL SITES Mr. Larry Zamos presented information to the 1201 x 1401 City Council regarding the Highlands, Crestmount, and Abalone Cove Intermediate School sites, which may be declared surplus, and requested Council to study means for obtaining such sites for recreation use. It was agreed that the Mayor and Councilman Ryan would contact the School Board in this matter and report back to Council with a recommendation. POSTAL SERVICE Councilman Buerk reviewed the problems regard- 601 egard- 601 ing Postal Service on the eastern side of the City and reported that following all of his negotiations with local officials of the Post Office Department, it now appeared that action could most probably be obtained if the City Council addressed its request to the highest level possible. It was agreed that the Mayor should send letters to Congressmen Anderson and Bell and to the Postmaster General, outlining the situation and requesting favorable action. FLOOD CONTROL A presentation was made on behalf of the 604 Los Angeles County Flood Control District by Mr. Christian Datwyler, Supervising Civil Engineer. Following the presentation, a number of questions were answered by Mr. Datwyler from the City Council and Mr. Steve Heller, representing the Portuguese Bend Homeowners Association. Mayor Ryan agreed to request emergency permit for debris retention construction at Barkentine with Supervisor Hayes and request that he bring this to the attention of the Coastal Commission, and that she would send a formal letter as well. Regarding potential problems next year and planning therefor, Mr. Datwyler suggested that the City Engineering staff meet with the Flood Control District's Advanced Planning Unit. Council indicated that Bob Moller (the City Engineer) would be requested to do this. Mr. Heller noted that he would like to have the Director Council 73-045 Nov. 7, 1973 for Public Works for the Portuguese Bend Homeowners involved in the advanced planning for the area also. SHOPPING CENTER - EIR Councilman Dyda presented the Council 1408 Committee report on employment of consultant to prepare an environmental impact report on the proposed shopping center, and named the firm selected as Kennard and Silvers. He noted that the work of the consultants and the preparation of the report would be a two step effort, the first being to define key issues, alternatives and assumptions, after which a report would be made to the City Council before Step Two of the procedure. On motion of Councilman Dyda, seconded by Councilman Ryan, the Mayor was authorized to execute an agreement with Kennard and Silvers after approval by the City Attorney and the Council Committee. On roll call vote: AYES: Buerk, Dyda, R. Ryan, M. Ryan NOES: None ABSENT: Ruth Councilman Dyda reported on his meeting with the Rolling Hills Estates City Manager, Planning Director and Consultant who is preparing the environmental report for the City of Rolling Hills Estates. They expect the preliminary draft of their report to be ready approximately November 16 and agreed to furnish a copy to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. SEWERS Council received an application for petition 901 x 1402 for sewers for the La Vista Verde area and a request from the City Engineer that Council establish guidelines for improvement district proceedings. On motion of Councilman Buerk, seconded by Councilman Ryan, Council authorized preparation of petition for sewers for the La Vista Verde area, requesting a 60% approval. Inasmuch as the City Engineer was not present at the meeting, Council took no action on his request regarding guidelines, but requested a written report from the Engineer indicating some of the practical differences between the various alternatives and procedures of the improvement district acts as they affect the City and owners. WEED ABATEMENT Regarding the proposed agreement with Los 1701 Angeles County for weed abatement functions, Councilman Buerk reported that he had spoken with Mr. Manning, that the blanket agreement for County services is sufficient for this purpose, and had agreed to notify owners where the cost estimate is in excess of $100. Council discussed the possibility of an earlier date than July 1st for beginning the procedure, at the suggestion of Stephen Heller; also discussed the possibility of the City having its own ordinance. It was agreed that the Manager should send a letter to Mr. Manning confirming the weed abatement function under the County General Services contract, and notification to owners where cost estimate in excess of $100. The Manager was also to request from the Fire Department and the County information for the possible drafting of a City ordinance and the approximate cost for administering it. BUILDING PERMITS Council discussed the possibility of notifica- 2 0 1 tion to homeowner groups of issuance of build- ing permits, after hearing the Manager's report that it could be done at nominal cost. The City Attorney pointed out it should specify clearly that the City takes no responsibility as to the notice, but is done as a courtesy only. The Manager indicated he would draft a letter to the homeowner groups and a permit form and bring it back to Council for approval after the City Attorney's review. Council 73-046 Nov. 7, 1973 CURVE SIGNING 1503 additional "Curve" between Crest Road Council received the Traffic Advisor's report that two "Winding Road" signs will be replaced with new symbol signs and three warning signs will be installed on Palos Verdes Drive East and Palos Verdes Drive South. Councilman Buerk commented on the condition of Palos Verdes Drive East and said he would meet with Mr. Bandy on it. RES. 53, NO PARKING On motion of Councilman Dyda, seconded by 1503 Councilman Ryan and carried, Council waived reading except by title and adopted RESOLUTION NO. 53 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ESTABLISHING A NO PARKING ZONE ON GROVEOAK PLACE. STAFF RECRUITMENT 1202 Manager and Planning Staff. INSURANCE 902 Surance, after review RES. 50, FEE SCHEDULE INTERIM DEVELOPMENT 1801 x 1803 x 602 Council agreed to the time schedule proposed by the Acting City Manager's report dated November 1, 1973, for recruitment of City After hearing an oral report of proposals for insurance coverage, Council authorized the Manager to enter into agreement with Cal - of the proposals by the City Attorney. On motion of Councilman Dyda, seconded by Councilman Buerk and carried, Council waived reading except by title and adopted RESOLUTION NO. 50 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ESTABLISHING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR INTERIM DEVELOPMENT PERMITS ($50 per lot, maximum $500). RES. 51, PLANNING COMMITTEE On motion of Councilman Dyda, seconded by 1205 Councilman Buerk and carried, Council waived reading except by title and adopted RESOLUTION NO. 51 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ESTABLISHING THE TIME AND PLACE OF MEETINGS OF THE PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE. RES. 52, DEMANDS On motion of Councilman Dyda, seconded by 1504 Councilman Ryan and carried, Council waived reading except by title and adopted RESOLUTION NO. 52 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $11,590.08, DEMAND NO.'S 116 THROUGH 135. RES. 54, ZONE CHANGES The City Attorney reported that one application 1802 had been filed for zone change and introduced and read in full, RESOLUTION NO. 54 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES RELATIVE TO APPLICATIONS FOR ZONE CHANGES. It was moved by Councilman Dyda, seconded by Councilman Ryan and carried that the resolution be adopted and the Planning Advisor instructed to return the one filing fee to the applicant if he wishes to withdraw. PROPOSED HOSPITAL Council indicated its desire and Councilman 1802 Dyda offered to present oral and written testimony regarding zoning and projected maximum population at a hearing before the Comprehensive Health Planning Council regarding proposed hospital at 5641 Crestridge Road. Council 73-047 Nov. 7, 1973 TRAVEL EXPENSE 1102 CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE 701 next week's meeting. The Manager's report recommending procedure for reimbursement of expenses incurred in travel on city business was taken under advisement. Councilman Dyda advised Council he was ready to report on proposed Citizens Advisory Committee and requested a work session at OTHER BUSINESS Mayor Ryan reported on the meeting of Mayors for the four peninsula cities. Councilman Ryan asked that Great Lakes Properties be required to have a flagman at Palos Verdes Drive West and Forrestal. Mayor Ryan asked that signs on apartments and condominiums be checked for violations. EXECUTIVE SESSION At 11:30 p.m. Council adjourned to Executive Session to discuss potential litigation, on motion of Councilman Buerk, seconded by Councilman Dyda and carried. The meeting reconvened at 12:30 a.m. with the same Councilman present. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Dyda, seconded by Councilman Ryan and carried, at 12:31 a.m. Council adjourned to 7:30 p.m. November 14, 1973, at the City Offices for a work session on the Citizens Advisory Committee, to discuss a possible change in meeting dates, and only such other items as of necessity must be considered. CITY CLERK MAYOR Council 73-048 Nov. 7, 1973