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MINUTES OF THE JUNE 14, 2022
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALOS VERDES ESTATES, CALIFORNIA
A Teleconference meeting of the Palos Verdes Estates City Council was held via Zoom videoconference only in order to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 and pursuant to AB 361 and the County of Los Angeles Public Health Officer's recommended measures to promote social distancing. Members of the public were provided with the following information to provide public input:
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BY TELEPHONE: 1 669 900 9128, Enter Code 810 3399 9111# CALL TO ORDER - 6:33 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozzi.
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Members Murdock, Kemps and McGowan, Mayor Pro Tern Roos, Mayor Lozzi.
Also Present: City Manager Prestwich, City Attorney Cotti, Chief of Police Best, City Support Services Director Hannah, Public Works Director Seims, Acting Community Development Director Brady, and City Clerk Chaney
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Murdock, Seconded by Council member McGowan to approve the agenda.
AYES: Lozzi, Roos, Murdock, McGowan, Kemps
Noes: None
MAYOR'S REPORT - MATTERS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
The Mayor presented a Certificate of Recognition to Dagny Tang for winning the Los Angeles County Clean Beach Art Contest.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Prestwich reported on the current Slurry Seal project and damage that had taken place that day due to streets being re-opened too early, and that repairs would be scheduled to correct the damage.
CEREMONIAL
Police Chief Tony Best led the Swearing-in of Sergeant Venegas and Corporal Crisfield
PRESENTATIONS
Palos Verdes Library District Director Jennifer Addington presented on the Library's Summer Reading Program
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
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The following individuals addressed the City Council: Janice Maier, Cindy Jones, John Credell, Greg Jones, Stacey Nozaki, Chris Vancura, Vasi Bazos, Pat Vancura, Darcel Ramirez-Hamson.
CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 1-10)
1. CITY COUNCIL ACTION MINUTES
a) Minutes of May 09, 2022 Special Meeting
b) Minutes of May 18, 2022 Special Meeting
c) Minutes of May 24, 2022 Regular Meeting
d} Minutes of May 26, 2022 Special Meeting
e) Minutes of June 1, 2022 Special Meeting
f) Minutes of June 2, 2022 Special Meeting
Reviewed and Approved.
2. APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTERS
Reviewed and Approved Warrant Register(s) of June 14, 2022
3. REAFFIRMING THE FINDINGS TO HOLD VIRTUAL CITY COUNCIL,
COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, BOARD AND OTHER CITY BODIES,
MEETINGS UNDER AB 361
Darcel Ramirez-Hamson addressed the City Council.
Reaffirmed the findings set forth in Resolution No. R21-38 to continue to hold virtual meetings pursuant to AB 361.
4. PARKLANDS COMMITTEE ACTIONS OF MAY 12, 2022 MEETING
Reviewed and approved.
5. ACCEPT AND APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF THE
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE, PARKLANDS COMMITTEE, TRAFFIC
SAFETY COMMITTEE, INVESTMENT POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE,
LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES SPECIAL TAX OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE,
PLANNING COMMISSION, AND THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS OF
COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION CHAIRPERSONS AND VICE
CHAIRPERSONS
Reviewed and approved.
6. ADOPTION OF PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SPECIAL TAX
REPORT AND SETTING THE PALOS VERDES ESTATES LAW
ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL TAX LEVY FOR FY 2022/2023
Adopted proposed Resolution R22-19 which approves the Special Tax Report and sets the Palos Verdes Estates Law Enforcement Special Tax (Special Parcel Tax) levy for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
7. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF THE "ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 (SENATE Bill 1)" Adopted Resolution R22-22 authorizing the approval of the "Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017" (Senate Bill 1) Proposed Project List for the City of Palos Verdes Estates and direct the City's Public Works Director to submit the Project list and supporting documentation to the California Transportation Commission (CTC).
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8. RECEIPT AND FILING OF THE QUARTERLY TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDING MARCH 31, 2022
Received and Filed.
9. RECEIPT AND FILING OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2022
Received and Filed.
10. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN
AMENDMENT TO THE RETIREMENT CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEE'S RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY
OF PALOS VERDES ESTATES TO INCREASE COST SHARING FOR THE
PALOS VERDES ESTATES POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION CLASSIC SAFETY MEMBERS BY 1.0%.
Approved the Resolution of Intention to approve an amendment to the retirement contract for classic safety police members in the Palos Verdes Estates Police Officers Association to increase employees cost share by 1.0%.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Murdock, Seconded by Councilmember Kemps to approve the consent agenda.
AYES: Lozzi, Roos, Murdock, McGowan, Kemps
Noes: None
PUBLIC HEARING(S)/ORDINANCES
11. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 19, 2022 DENIAL OF NC-1731- 21, M-1511-21, AND G-1670-21; NEIGHBORHOOD COMPATIBILITY,
MISCELLANEOUS AND GRADING APPLICATIONS FOR ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE LOCATED AT 2244 VIA
AC ALON ES. LOT 10, BLOCK 1635, TRACT 7330
Councilmembers disclosed site visits to 2245 Via La Brea and 2244 Via Acalones. Jeffrey Graham presented the staff report.
Mayor Lozzi opened the Public Hearing.
Jeffrey Dahl addressed the City Council as the Appellant.
The following individuals addressed the City Council: Tom Bechler, Mary Kelliny, Arash Abbasian, Burt Walker, Glenn Tanner
Jeffrey Dahl and Arnold Kang addressed the Council in closing.
The City Council asked clarifying questions and provided their comments. There was discussion around the plate heights and the project in relation to the house behind the property, and whether or not the project in question would impact the views of the property behind and to what extent. Councilmember Kemps provided his comments noting due to neighborhood compatibility concerns, he supported denial of the project. Mayor Pro Tern Roos asked City Attorney Cotti to clarify the term 'reasonably practicable" in terms of neighborhood compatibility and the factors in making those findings. There was discussion regarding the options before Council including the potential for Council to remand this item back to the Planning Commission, however there was no consensus on specific direction to provide regarding changes to be made.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Kemps, Seconded by Councilmember Murdock to adopt the proposed resolution to uphold Planning Commission denial of Neighborhood Compatibility Application No. NC-1731-21, Miscellaneous Application No. M-1511-21, and Grading Application No. G-1670-21 for additions to an existing single-family home at 2244 Via Acalones
AYES: Lozzi, Murdock, Kemps
Noes: Roos, McGowan
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12. ORDINANCE 022-754 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALOS VERDES ESTATES, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALOS VERDES ESTATES AND THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Briana Laszlo provided the staff report.
There was clarification provided regarding the MOU that increases the cost share for the Classic employees, and reduces the City's cost.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Kemps, Seconded by Councilmember McGowan to Introduce on first reading, by title only, proposed Ordinance No. 022-754: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of Palos Verdes Estates, California Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract Between the City Council of the City of Palos Verdes Estates and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
13. Palos Verdes Beach and Athletic Club FY 22-23 Operating and Capital Budget
Mayor Pro Tern Roos recused himself from this item due to being on the Club's waitlist. Councilmember Murdock recused herself from this item as a member of the Club.
Bruce Taylor of the Beach and Athletic Club introduced this item. Chris Manos, Manager of the Club was also in attendance. Richard Govenar, addressed a few changes in the Club's budget. Councilmember Kemps asked clarifying questions regarding the insurance cost updates and the day rate fees. Mr. Govenar provided more information related to day use fees and swim lesson costs.
Councilmember Kemps noted for the record that the Concession fee was proposed to increase from $203,467 to $223,875, and the Club's estimated operating income net profit is projected to be 41,443. Councilmember McGowan asked if there was a proposal to increase initiation fees and Mr. Taylor reported that the Board voted to table this matter.
Darcel Ramirez-Hamson addressed the City Council.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember McGowan, Seconded by Councilmember Kemps to approve the Palos Verdes Beach and Athletic Club (PVBAC) Foundation's Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 22-23.
AYES: Lozzi, Kemps, McGowan
Recused: Roos, Murdock
The City Council went into recess from 9:25 to 9:35 p.m.
14. Review of Fiscal Year {FY) 2022-23 Budget
City Manager Prestwich provided an overview and introduced City Support Services Director Hannah who presented the draft budget, noting the separation of the one-time and non-operating revenues and expenses.
City Manager provided an overview of revenues including parcel tax which is set to expire in 2027.
Director Hannah explained the changes to the budget from the last presentation and answered Councilmember questions. Councilmember McGowan asked that the Finance Advisory Committee policy related to surplus funds be revisited for
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clarification. There was discussion regarding assigned funds in the budget related to funds assigned to Parklands, Capital Improvements, and Pensions. It was noted that funds assigned to these designated funds should carry-over from the previous budget year if they were unspent.
Councilmember Kemps asked about the increase in pension debt and requested having the net position reported as part of the budget process.
There were questions for clarification regarding the reserve requirement calculations. There was discussion around non-operating and one-time uses, draft amounts were allocated and it was noted that Council would have to revisit these line items later in the fiscal year. The department expenses were reviewed, starting with Public Works. There were questions concerning the HR Green contract budgeted amount and upcoming amendment to their agreement.
City Manager Prestwich provided clarification regarding the fire safety weed abatement project and corresponding budget.
There was discussion regarding the surplus in the budget and staffing levels, and concerns with discrepancies and outstanding questions in the draft budget.
There were questions about staffing levels in the Community Development Department and the potential for the economy to influence the workload.
Darcel Hamson-Ramirez and Andy Mactavish addressed the City Council.
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Murdock noted she is working with Councilmember Kemps on an FAQ document for the roundabout project. She also noted working on scheduling a meeting with Mayor Pro Tern Roos and the Tennis Club to discuss the Concession Agreement renewal.
Councilmember Kemps clarified his work with Councilmember Murdock on the roundabout questions and clarification of information for the public.
Councilmember McGowan reported that the Sanitation District recently approved a new labor contract.
ADJOURNMENT TO TUESDAY, JUNE 28, AT 6:30 P.M.
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11 :24 p.m.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
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