CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES
4045 PALOS VERDES DRIVE NORTH • ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, CA 90274 TELEPHONE 310.377.1577 • FAX 310.377.4468
CITY COUNCIL
www.RollingHillsEstatesCa.gov
Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 7:00 PM Council Chambers
AMENDED AGENDA (ITEM NO. 7A)
*CLOSED SESSION WILL COMMENCE AT 6:00 P.M. AND REGULAR AGENDA WILL COMMENCE AT 7:00 P.M.
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NOTE: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION INFORMATION
In accordance with Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361), City Council Resolution Nos. 2487, 2490, 2491, 2493, 2498, 2499 and 2503, due to the continuing state of emergency, including masking and social distancing directives as a result of the threat of the COVID-19 virus, this meeting is being broadcast via teleconference. Members of the public may participate in-person in the Council Chambers, or virtually in the meeting in the following ways:
- Members of the public may listen to the meeting live by calling: (1 669 900 6833) from any phone, Meeting ID:
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Led by Sheriff Deputy Ben Russell
3. ROLL CALL
4. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL AS DMV/DONATE LIFE MONTH Attachments: Proclamation
B. PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL AS EARTHQUAKE
PREPAREDNESS MONTH
Attachments: Proclamation
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following routine matters will be acted upon by one vote to approve with the majority consent of the City Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless good cause is shown by a member prior to the roll call vote. (Items removed for individual consideration will be voted on separately.) A. READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions presented for consideration to the City Council will be waived and all such ordinances and resolutions will be read by title only.
B. DEMANDS AND WARRANTS OF MARCH & APRIL 2022
Recommendation: Approve warrants 64932 through 65021 in the amount of $565,490.94; and Supplemental Warrants 030622 through 030722; in the amount of $84,840.01; for a grand total amount of $650,330.95 with proper audit.
Attachments: Demands & Warrants
C. ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 8, 2022
Recommendation: Review and approve.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
D. ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 15, 2022
Recommendation: Review and approve.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
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E. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 22, 2022
Recommendation: Review and approve.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
F. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY COMMITTEE MINUTES OF MARCH 16, 2022 Recommendation: Receive and file.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
G. PARK AND ACTIVITIES COMMISSION MINUTES OF MARCH 21, 2022 Recommendation: Receive and file.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
H. ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES OF APRIL 6, 2022 Recommendation: Receive and file.
Attachments: Draft Minutes
I. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - HAWTHORNE BLVD. STORM DRAIN
REPAIR PROJECT BY E.C. CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Accept the Hawthorne Blvd. Storm Drain Repair Project as complete; 2) Authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion form with the Los Angeles County Recorder’s Office on April 13, 2022; and 3) If no claims are filed within 35 days after recordation, direct staff to release the 5% construction retention payment to E.C. Construction in the amount of $6,856.
Attachments: Staff Report
6. PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
This is the appropriate time for members of the public to make comments regarding items not listed on this agenda. If you would like to address the City Council, please refer to page 1 of the agenda for instructions and options to participate in the meeting. Under the State's open meeting law - the Brown Act - no action may be taken on any item not on the agenda.
A. CAL WATER WHITE PAPER AND GENERAL RATE CASE (A.21-07-002) Memorandum from Jeannie Naughton, Planning Manager
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file this update.
Attachments: Staff Report
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7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 739 ADDING CHAPTER 16.06 (URBAN LOT SPLITS) AND CHAPTER 17.80 (URBAN DWELLING UNITS) TO THE
MUNICIPAL CODE
Memorandum from Don Davis, City Attorney
Recommendation: That the City Council 1) re-open the Public Hearing on the Municipal Code amendments to implement SB-9 pursuant to regular Ordinance No. 739, take any additional testimony and then close the Public Hearing; and 2) adopt Ordinance No. 739.
Attachments: Staff Report + Ordinance No. 739
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICES TURF REMOVAL PROGRAM
Memorandum from Alexa Davis, Assistant City Manager and Mike Goldsmith, Maintenance Superintendent
Recommendation: That the City Council 1) Authorize the City to apply for the turf removal rebate program through California Water Service for Highridge Park and City Hall grounds; 2) Authorize staff to proceed with a Request for Proposals (RFP) for landscape design at City Hall;and 3) Appoint a subcommittee to work with staff on the scope and design of the project.
Attachments: Staff Report
B. REQUEST BY THE PALOS VERDES PENINSULA LAND CONSERVANCY
TO SHARE COSTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NATURE CENTER
INTERPRETIVE DESIGN
Memorandum from Alexa Davis, Assistant City Manager and Rosa Pinuelas, Community Services Supervisor
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to sign a Letter of Agreement with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy subject to the review and approval of the City Attorney for the development of an interpretive design for a total cost to the City of $10,000 using Park Facility Fees.
Attachments: Staff Report
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C. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY COMMITTEE ACTION ITEMS: VARIOUS AREAS OF CONCERN; SILVER SPUR ROAD AT RANGE HORSE LANE -
STRIPING CONCERN
Memorandum from David Wahba, Community Development & Public Works Director
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the recommendations of the Traffic and Safety Committee as outlined in the staff report.
Attachments: Staff Report
D. ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACTION ITEM: WATER
SHORTAGE RESPONSE LEVEL 2
Memorandum from Jeannie Naughton, Planning Manager
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2504, declaring a water shortage response level 2, consistent with Cal Water’s AL No. 2446.
Attachments: Staff Report + Resolution No. 2504
E. APPOINTMENT OF STEPHEN MCEWEN AS ASSISTANT CITY
ATTORNEY
Memorandum from Donald Davis, City Attorney and Greg Grammer, City Manager Recommendation: That the City Council appoint Steve McEwen as Assistant City Attorney.
Attachments: Staff Report
F. 2021 HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
Memorandum from Jeannie Naughton, Planning Manager
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the City of Rolling Hills Estates' 2021 General Plan and Housing Element APRs.
Attachments: Staff Report
9. OLD BUSINESS
A. DRAFT GENERAL PLAN 2040 AND FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT (FEIR)
Memorandum from Jeannie Naughton, Planning Manager
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) Take public testimony; 2) Review the draft changes and provide input; and 3) Continue the item to the meeting of April 26, 2022.
Attachments: Staff Report
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B. UPDATE ON LOS ANGELES COUNTY SAFER AT HOME ORDER
(VERBAL REPORT)
10. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
11. CITY COUNCIL / REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS
This item provides the opportunity for Members of the City Council to provide information and reports to other Members of the City Council and the public on any issues or activities of Council Committees, ad hoc committees, regional or state-wide governmental associations, special districts, joint powers authorities and the various committees on which Members of the City Council might serve or have an interest, which are not otherwise agendized.
A. LETTER OF SUPPORT AB 2074 AIR QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM: MICROMOBILITY DEVICES
Memorandum from Gabrielle Swain, Administrative Aide
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the Mayor to submit a letter supporting AB 2074 (Gipson) Air Quality Improvement Program: micromobility devices.
Attachments: Staff Report
B. LETTER OF SUPPORT AB 1814 TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION FUNDS: COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATORS
Memorandum from Gabrielle Swain, Administrative Aide
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the Mayor to submit a letter supporting AB 1814 (Grayson) Transportation Electrification Funds: Community Choice Aggregators.
Attachments: Staff Report
12. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
This item provides the opportunity for Members of the City Council to request information on currently pending projects and/or issues of public concern, direct that an item be agendized for future consideration and/or make announcements of interest to the public.
13. CLOSED SESSION
If you would like to address the City Council regarding an item on the Closed Session agenda, please contact the City Manager or City Clerk. Any reportable action taken in Closed Session will be reported in Open Session.
A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Government Code Section 54957
Title: City Manager (Quarterly Evaluation)
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B. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: City Manager and Assistant City Manager Employee Organization: City of Rolling Hills Estates Employees' Association C. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Butcher Park (APN: 7551-036-900); Weir Property (APN:
7568-004-904); and adjacent City right-of way
Agency negotiator: City Manager, Community Development & Public Works Director, City Attorney
Negotiating parties: Metropolitan Water District
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment for temporary use license for construction project
14. ADJOURNMENT IN MEMORY OF JACKSON BURESH AND NICK LINCIR Next meeting: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
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