08-09-2021_CCAgendaPacket_SUPPLEMENTAL1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL
3.OPEN AGENDA - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
This is the appropriate time for members of the public to make comments regarding the items on
the consent calendar or items not listed on this agenda. Pursuant to the Brown Act, no action will
take place on any items not on the agenda.
4.CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters which may be acted upon by the City Council in a single motion. Any Councilmember may
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AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
CITY COUNCIL
Monday, August 09, 2021
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
7:00 PM
SUPPLEMENTAL
All Councilmembers will participate in-person wearing masks per Los Angeles County Health
Department's Health Officer Order effective Saturday, July 17, 2021. The meeting agenda is available
on the City’s website. A live audio of the City Council meeting will be available on the City’s website.
Both the agenda and the live audio can be found here: https://www.rolling-
hills.org/government/agenda/index.php.
Members of the public may come in to City Hall wearing masks, per the new Health Officer's Order.
Zoom teleconference will not be available for this meeting, but member of the public may submit
written comments in real-time by emailing the City Clerk’s office at cityclerk@cityofrh.net. Your
comments will become part of the official meeting record. You must provide your full name, but please
do not provide any other personal information that you do not want to be published.
Audio recordings to all the City Council meetings can be found here:
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the meeting date of interest then click on AUDIO. Another window will appear. In the new window,
you can select the agenda item of interest and listen to the audio by hitting the play button. Please
contact the City Clerk at 310 377-1521 or email at cityclerk@cityofrh.net for assistance.
Next Resolution No. 1286 Next Ordinance No. 371
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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request removal of any item from the Consent Calendar causing it to be considered under Council
Actions.
4.A.REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 26, 2021.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
4.B.PAYMENT OF BILLS.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
4.C.RECEIVE AND FILE AN EXECUTED PENINSULA CITIES JOINT LETTER TO THE
CALIFORNIA AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY CITIZENS REDISTRCITNG
COMMISSION DESCRIBING THE CITY AND THE CITY'S PREFERENCE FOR
REDISTRCITING.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
4.D.RECEIVE AND FILE AN UPDATE ON THE PENINSULA CITIES JOINT LETTER ON
ASSEMBLY BILL 215 HOUSING ELEMENT, RELATIVE PROGRESS
DETERMINATION.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
5.COMMISSION ITEMS
6.PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.OLD BUSINESS
8.NEW BUSINESS
9.MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS
9.A.CONSIDER JOINT PENINSULA EMAIL TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISOR 4TH DISTRICT JANICE HAHN REQUESTING THE REPORT OF
CERTAIN DATA BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (MAYOR
DIERINGER).
RECOMMENDATION: None.
10.MATTERS FROM STAFF
11.CLOSED SESSION
11.A.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: INITIATION OF LITIGATION
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(d)(4) Â THE CITY FINDS, BASED ON
THE ADVICE FROM LEGAL COUNSEL, THAT DISCUSSION IN OPEN SESSION
7.26.2021_CCMinutes.P.pdf
7.26.2021_CCMinutes.SUPPLEMENTAL.docx
7.26.2021_CCMinutes.SUPPLEMENTAL.pdf
PAYMENT OF BILLS.pdf
Attachment C PV Cities Community Profile.pdf
SUPPLEMENTAL PV Cities Community Profile_RPV RHE RH.pdf
AB 215 Joint Opposition Letter (Portantino).pdf
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WILL PREJUDICE THEPOSITION OF THE CITY IN THE LITIGATION.
RECOMMENDATION: None.
12.ADJOURNMENT
Next regular meeting: Monday, August 23, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber,
Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California, 90274.
Notice:
Public Comment is welcome on any item prior to City Council action on the item.
Documents pertaining to an agenda item received after the posting of the agenda are available for review in the City
Clerk's office or at the meeting at which the item will be considered.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting
due to your disability, please contact the City Clerk at (310) 377-1521 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to enable the
City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility and accommodation for your review of this agenda and
attendance at this meeting.
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Minutes 1
City Council Regular Meeting
July 26, 2021
MINUTES OF A
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JULY 26, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Rolling Hills met in person on the above date at 7:01 p.m.
Mayor Bea Dieringer presiding.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper, Mirsch, and Wilson
Absent: None.
Staff Present: Elaine Jeng, City Manager
Meredith T. Elguira, Planning and Community Services Director
Janely Sandoval, City Clerk
Ashford Ball, Senior Management Analyst
Stephanie Grant, Code Enforcement Officer/ Assistant Planner
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE BY MAYOR DIERINGER.
3. OPEN AGENDA - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
City Clerk Sandoval summarized an email sent by resident Alfred Visco. Resident Visco’s
email recommending the City Council to consider using Phos-Chek for fire fuel vegetation
management.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
4B PAYMENT OF BILLS.
4C REPUBLIC SERVICES RECYCLING TONNAGE REPORT FOR JUNE
2021.
4D COMMENDATION CERTIFICATE FOR PRESIDENT OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY DIVISION TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA
CITIES BLANCA PACHECO.
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July 26, 2021
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to move consent calendar with the exception
of 4A and with minor adjustment to 4D commendation. Councilmember Piper seconded
the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
4A REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 12, 2021.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to approve as presented, and Councilmember
Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Pieper, Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Pro Tem Black.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
5. COMMISSION ITEMS
5A ZONING CASE NO. 21-01 AND RESOLUTION 2021-09: 1) CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED TWO-CAR DETACHED GARAGE; 2)
VARIANCES FOR: LOT AND PAD COVERAGE EXCEEDANCE AND
FOR GRADING EXPORT; AND 3) SITE PLAN REVIEW GRADING FOR
DEVELOPED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23 CHUCKWAGON ROAD,
ROLLING HILLS, CA (RAMIREZ).
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember
Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
5B ZONING CASE NO. 21-05 AND RESOLUTION 2021-07: 1) CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED 180 SQUARE-FOOT ATTACHED
STUDIO RESULTING IN A MIXED USE STRUCTURE; 2) SITE PLAN
REVIEW FOR 71.6 CUBIC YARDS OF GRADING; AND 3) VARIANCE
FOR IMPORTING 18 CUBIC YARDS OF GRAVEL FOR THE SUBJECT
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July 26, 2021
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2 SPUR LANE, (LOT 12-B-CH) ROLLING
HILLS, CA (RAJEWSKI).
Councilmember Mirsch recused herself from the City Council Chamber at 7:18 PM.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember Pieper
seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mirsch
Councilmember Mirsch returned to the City Council Chamber at 7:25 PM.
5C ZONING CASE NO. 20-09 AND RESOLUTION 2021-08: APPROVAL OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 1,516 SQUARE FOOT SPORTS
COURT; SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR 256 CUBIC YARDS OF GRADING;
AND VARIANCE FOR ENCROACHMENT OF THE SPORTS COURT
INTO THE REQUIRED SETBACKS LOCATED 75 SADDLEBACK ROAD,
(LOT 68-2-RH) ROLLING HILLS, CA (KIM).
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember
Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
7. OLD BUSINESS
7A REVIEW OVERALL PROJECT COST ESTIMATES AT 65% DESIGN
PROGRESS FOR TWO LAYOUT OPTIONS FOR THE CITY HALL ADA
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF.
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July 26, 2021
Resident Arlene Honbo expressed that the project will be an investment and capital
improvements for City Hall. She also mentioned that if City Hall is upgraded, the value of
the property would increase, and would provide benefits for the staff who use the amenities.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to bring back the item with additional
information relating to available funding and to have an estimate that includes all
foreseeable costs associated with the project. Councilmember Wilson seconded the
motion
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
and Mirsch.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Wilson.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8A RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON CITY SPONSORED COMMUNAL
BINS TO BE DEPLOYED BETWEEN AUGUST 20, 2021 AND AUGUST 27,
2021, TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH FIRE FUEL REDUCTION IN THE
COMMUNITY.
Resident Jim Aichele recommended that the communal bins should be placed at the bottom
of the canyons instead of the proposed areas. He stated that he will not be using the bins
and will continue using his every-day trash bins. He also mentioned that tumbleweeds are
a big concern and should be addressed.
Resident Alfred Visco recommended adding signs on the bins indicating that they are only
for green waste. He also mentioned that the other five bins should be deplo yed as soon as
possible, and that staff should not be concerned about other upcoming community events.
MOTION: Councilmember Wilson motioned to receive and file as presented, and
Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8B RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON THE JULY 21, 2021 FIRE FUEL
COMMITTEE MEETING; AND CONSIDER AND APPROVE THE
COMMITTEE’S RECOMMENDATION.
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July 26, 2021
Resident Jim Aichele recommended educating residents on the expectation for compliance
and the importance of fire fuel reduction. He recommended that if dead vegetation is
removed, plants like lemonade berry bushes be added to help prevent fires or spreading of
fires.
Resident Arlene and Gene Honbo expressed their support for the proposal and using the
nuisance proceedings. They also recommended using Trevor or someone from the Forestry
Division to assist with the process, as they are the experts. Lastly, they stated the
importance of educat ing and communicat ing with residents on the proper way to address
dead vegetation on properties. This information can be marketed immediately via various
platforms.
Resident Alfred Visco supported the proposal, and recommended the City to focus on
enforcing the current ordinance. He also agreed with Jim Achiele’s comments about using
professionals to assist with the education and communication of what needs to be done,
and the potential of adding additional plants, like the lemonade berry bush to assist with
fire fuel protection in areas that are being cleared. Lastly, Mr. Visco mentioned using other
information and processes from other cities to help guide the program management .
City Clerk Sandoval read into record the email submitted by resident Don Crocker. Mr.
Crocker expressed his support for the proposal.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned that the Fire Fuel Subcommittee continue to
refine the proposal, and Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8C CONSIDER THE PURCHASE OF A UTILITY VEHICLE FOR A NOT-TO-
EXCEED AMOUNT OF $20,000.
The City Council did not take action on this item.
8D CONSIDER A PENINSULA CITIES JOINT LETTER TO BE SENT TO
THE CALIFORNIA AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY CITIZENS
REDISTRICTING COMMISSION DESCRIBING THE CITY AND THE
CITY’S PREFERENCE FOR REDISTRICTING.
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July 26, 2021
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to work with other cities to edit the letter and
then have the Mayor sign the letter. Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8E CONSIDER HOLDING A CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING
COMMISSION WORKSHOP ON STORMWATER.
MOTION: Councilmember Wilson motioned to meet with the Planning Commission on
September 27, 2021, and Councilmember Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
9. MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE
REPORTS
9A SUPPORT A REGIONAL TOWN HALL TO INFORM THE PUBLIC ON
THE IMPACTS OF SENATE BILL 9 (HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
APPROVALS) AND SENATE BILL 10 (UPZONE ANY PARCELS TO 10
UNITS OF RESIDENTIAL DENSITY).
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to put information about the Zoom meeting
on the Blue Newsletter and Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
9B RECEIVE AND FILE SOUTH BAY CITIES LETTER TO LOS ANGELES
COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, FOURTH DISTRICT
SUPERVISOR JANICE HAHN TO MODIFY THE RECENT HEALTH
ORDER RELATING TO MASKING; AND CONSIDER DRAFTING AND
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July 26, 2021
SENDING A SIMILAR LETTER JOINTLY WITH THE PENINSULA
CITIES.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to participate in the joint letter, and
Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
10. MATTERS FROM STAFF
None.
11. CLOSED SESSION
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:15
p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled to be held on Monday,
August 9, 2021 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2
Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. It will also be available via Cit y’s
website link at: https://www.rolling-hills.org/government/agenda/index.php
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________________
Janely Sandoval
City Clerk
Approved,
________________________________
Bea Dieringer
Mayor
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Minutes 1
City Council Regular Meeting
July 26, 2021
MINUTES OF A
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JULY 26, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Rolling Hills met in person on the above date at 7:01 p.m.
Mayor Bea Dieringer presiding.
2. ROLL CALL
Present:Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper, Mirsch, and Wilson
Absent:None.
Staff Present: Elaine Jeng, City Manager
Meredith T. Elguira, Planning and Community Services Director
Janely Sandoval, City Clerk
Ashford Ball, Senior Management Analyst
Stephanie Grant, Code Enforcement Officer/ Assistant Planner
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE BY MAYOR DIERINGER.
3. OPEN AGENDA - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
City Clerk Sandoval summarized an email sent by resident Alfred Visco. Resident Visco’s
email recommending the City Council to consider using Phos-Chek for fire fuel vegetation
management.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
4B PAYMENT OF BILLS.
4C REPUBLIC SERVICES RECYCLING TONNAGE REPORT FOR JUNE
2021.
4D COMMENDATION CERTIFICATE FOR PRESIDENT OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY DIVISION TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA
CITIES BLANCA PACHECO.
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Minutes 2
City Council Regular Meeting
July 26, 2021
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to move consent calendar with the exception
of 4A and with minor adjustment to 4D commendation. Councilmember Piper seconded
the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
4A REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 12, 2021.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to approve as presented, and Councilmember
Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Pieper, Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Pro Tem Black.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
5. COMMISSION ITEMS
5A ZONING CASE NO. 21-01 AND RESOLUTION 2021-09: 1) CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED TWO-CAR DETACHED GARAGE; 2)
VARIANCES FOR: LOT AND PAD COVERAGE EXCEEDANCE AND
FOR GRADING EXPORT; AND 3) SITE PLAN REVIEW GRADING FOR
DEVELOPED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23 CHUCKWAGON ROAD,
ROLLING HILLS, CA (RAMIREZ).
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember
Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
5B ZONING CASE NO. 21-05 AND RESOLUTION 2021-07: 1) CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED 180 SQUARE-FOOT ATTACHED
STUDIO RESULTING IN A MIXED USE STRUCTURE; 2) SITE PLAN
REVIEW FOR 71.6 CUBIC YARDS OF GRADING; AND 3) VARIANCE
FOR IMPORTING 18 CUBIC YARDS OF GRAVEL FOR THE SUBJECT
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City Council Regular Meeting
July 26, 2021
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2 SPUR LANE, (LOT 12-B-CH) ROLLING
HILLS, CA (RAJEWSKI).
Councilmember Mirsch recused herself from the City Council Chamber at 7:18 PM.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Blackmotioned to receive and file, and Councilmember Pieper
seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mirsch
Councilmember Mirsch returned to the City Council Chamber at 7:25 PM.
5C ZONING CASE NO. 20-09 AND RESOLUTION 2021-08: APPROVAL OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 1,516 SQUARE FOOT SPORTS
COURT; SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR 256 CUBIC YARDS OF GRADING;
AND VARIANCE FOR ENCROACHMENT OF THE SPORTS COURT
INTO THE REQUIRED SETBACKS LOCATED 75 SADDLEBACK ROAD,
(LOT 68-2-RH) ROLLING HILLS, CA (KIM).
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember
Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
7. OLD BUSINESS
7A REVIEW OVERALL PROJECT COST ESTIMATES AT 65% DESIGN
PROGRESS FOR TWO LAYOUT OPTIONS FOR THE CITY HALL ADA
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF.
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City Council Regular Meeting
July 26, 2021
Resident Arlene Honbo expressed that the project will be an investment and capital
improvements for City Hall. She also mentioned that if City Hall is upgraded, the value of
the property would increase, and wouldprovide benefits for the staff who use the amenities.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to bring back the item with additional
information relating to available funding and to have an estimate that includes all
foreseeable costs associated with the project. Councilmember Wilson seconded the
motion
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
and Mirsch.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Wilson.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8A RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON CITY SPONSORED COMMUNAL
BINS TO BE DEPLOYED BETWEEN AUGUST 20, 2021 AND AUGUST 27,
2021, TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH FIRE FUEL REDUCTION IN THE
COMMUNITY.
Resident Jim Aichele recommendedthat the communal bins should be placedat the bottom
of the canyons instead of the proposed areas. He stated that he will not be using the bins
and will continue using his every-day trash bins. He also mentioned that tumbleweeds are
a big concern and should be addressed.
Resident Alfred Visco recommended adding signs on the bins indicating that they are only
for green waste. He also mentioned that the other five bins should be deployed as soon as
possible, and that staff should not be concerned about other upcoming community events.
MOTION: Councilmember Wilson motioned to receive and file as presented, and
Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8B RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON THE JULY 21, 2021 FIRE FUEL
COMMITTEE MEETING; AND CONSIDER AND APPROVE THE
COMMITTEE’S RECOMMENDATION.
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July 26, 2021
Resident Jim Aichele recommended educating residents on the expectation for compliance
and the importance of fire fuel reduction. He recommended that if dead vegetation is
removed, plants like lemonade berry bushes be added to help prevent fires or spreading of
fires.
Resident Arlene and Gene Honbo expressed their support for the proposal and using the
nuisanceproceedings. They alsorecommended using Trevor or someone from the Forestry
Division to assist with the process, as they are the experts. Lastly, they stated the
importance of educating and communicating with residents on the proper way to address
dead vegetation on properties. This information can be marketed immediately via various
platforms.
Resident Alfred Visco supported the Fire Fuel Committee’s proposal. He recommended
that the City Attorney draft a policy and ordinance relating to the proposal. . Mr. Visco
also suggested to use professionals to assist with the education and communication on the
next steps Mr. Visco agreed with resident Jim Aichele that there are tons of canyons to
address and that the 2010 Carol Rice report has information on canyons. Mr. Visco said
that 2010 Carol Rice report is on the RHCA website and was used for the Fire Fuel
Management Strategies.
City Clerk Sandoval read into record the email submitted by resident Don Crocker. Mr.
Crocker expressed his support for the proposal.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned that the Fire Fuel Subcommittee continue to
refine the proposal, and Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8C CONSIDER THE PURCHASE OF A UTILITY VEHICLE FOR A NOT-TO-
EXCEED AMOUNT OF $20,000.
The City Council did not take action on this item.
8D CONSIDER A PENINSULA CITIES JOINT LETTER TO BE SENT TO
THE CALIFORNIA AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY CITIZENS
REDISTRICTING COMMISSION DESCRIBING THE CITY AND THE
CITY’S PREFERENCE FOR REDISTRICTING.
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MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to work with other cities to edit the letter and
then have the Mayor sign the letter. Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8E CONSIDER HOLDING A CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING
COMMISSION WORKSHOP ON STORMWATER.
MOTION: Councilmember Wilson motioned to meet with the Planning Commission on
September 27, 2021, and Councilmember Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
9. MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE
REPORTS
9A SUPPORT A REGIONAL TOWN HALL TO INFORM THE PUBLIC ON
THE IMPACTS OF SENATE BILL 9 (HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
APPROVALS) AND SENATE BILL 10 (UPZONE ANY PARCELS TO 10
UNITS OF RESIDENTIAL DENSITY).
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to put information about the Zoom meeting
on the Blue Newsletter and Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
9B RECEIVE AND FILE SOUTH BAY CITIES LETTER TO LOS ANGELES
COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, FOURTH DISTRICT
SUPERVISOR JANICE HAHN TO MODIFY THE RECENT HEALTH
ORDER RELATING TO MASKING; AND CONSIDER DRAFTING AND
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SENDING A SIMILAR LETTER JOINTLY WITH THE PENINSULA
CITIES.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to participate in the joint letter, and
Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN:COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
10. MATTERS FROM STAFF
None.
11. CLOSED SESSION
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:15
p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled to be held on Monday,
August 9, 2021 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2
Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. It will also be available via City’s
website link at: https://www.rolling-hills.org/government/agenda/index.php
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________________
Janely Sandoval
City Clerk
Approved,
________________________________
Bea Dieringer
Mayor
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City Council Regular Meeting
July 26, 2021
MINUTES OF A
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JULY 26, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Rolling Hills met in person on the above date at 7:01 p.m.
Mayor Bea Dieringer presiding.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper, Mirsch, and Wilson
Absent: None.
Staff Present: Elaine Jeng, City Manager
Meredith T. Elguira, Planning and Community Services Director
Janely Sandoval, City Clerk
Ashford Ball, Senior Management Analyst
Stephanie Grant, Code Enforcement Officer/ Assistant Planner
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE BY MAYOR DIERINGER.
3. OPEN AGENDA - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
City Clerk Sandoval summarized an email sent by resident Alfred Visco. Resident Visco’s
email recommending the City Council to consider using Phos-Chek for fire fuel vegetation
management.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
4B PAYMENT OF BILLS.
4C REPUBLIC SERVICES RECYCLING TONNAGE REPORT FOR JUNE
2021.
4D COMMENDATION CERTIFICATE FOR PRESIDENT OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY DIVISION TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA
CITIES BLANCA PACHECO.
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MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to move consent calendar with the exception
of 4A and with minor adjustment to 4D commendation. Councilmember Piper seconded
the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
4A REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 12, 2021.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to approve as presented, and Councilmember
Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Pieper, Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Pro Tem Black.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
5. COMMISSION ITEMS
5A ZONING CASE NO. 21-01 AND RESOLUTION 2021-09: 1) CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED TWO-CAR DETACHED GARAGE; 2)
VARIANCES FOR: LOT AND PAD COVERAGE EXCEEDANCE AND
FOR GRADING EXPORT; AND 3) SITE PLAN REVIEW GRADING FOR
DEVELOPED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23 CHUCKWAGON ROAD,
ROLLING HILLS, CA (RAMIREZ).
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember
Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
5B ZONING CASE NO. 21-05 AND RESOLUTION 2021-07: 1) CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED 180 SQUARE-FOOT ATTACHED
STUDIO RESULTING IN A MIXED USE STRUCTURE; 2) SITE PLAN
REVIEW FOR 71.6 CUBIC YARDS OF GRADING; AND 3) VARIANCE
FOR IMPORTING 18 CUBIC YARDS OF GRAVEL FOR THE SUBJECT
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PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2 SPUR LANE, (LOT 12-B-CH) ROLLING
HILLS, CA (RAJEWSKI).
Councilmember Mirsch recused herself from the City Council Chamber at 7:18 PM.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember Pieper
seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mirsch
Councilmember Mirsch returned to the City Council Chamber at 7:25 PM.
5C ZONING CASE NO. 20-09 AND RESOLUTION 2021-08: APPROVAL OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 1,516 SQUARE FOOT SPORTS
COURT; SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR 256 CUBIC YARDS OF GRADING;
AND VARIANCE FOR ENCROACHMENT OF THE SPORTS COURT
INTO THE REQUIRED SETBACKS LOCATED 75 SADDLEBACK ROAD,
(LOT 68-2-RH) ROLLING HILLS, CA (KIM).
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to receive and file, and Councilmember
Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
7. OLD BUSINESS
7A REVIEW OVERALL PROJECT COST ESTIMATES AT 65% DESIGN
PROGRESS FOR TWO LAYOUT OPTIONS FOR THE CITY HALL ADA
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF.
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Resident Arlene Honbo expressed that the project will be an investment and capital
improvements for City Hall. She also mentioned that if City Hall is upgraded, the value of
the property would increase, and would provide benefits for the staff who use the amenities.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to bring back the item with additional
information relating to available funding and to have an estimate that includes all
foreseeable costs associated with the project. Councilmember Wilson seconded the
motion
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
and Mirsch.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Wilson.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8A RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON CITY SPONSORED COMMUNAL
BINS TO BE DEPLOYED BETWEEN AUGUST 20, 2021 AND AUGUST 27,
2021, TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH FIRE FUEL REDUCTION IN THE
COMMUNITY.
Resident Jim Aichele recommended that the communal bins should be placed at the bottom
of the canyons instead of the proposed areas. He stated that he will not be using the bins
and will continue using his every-day trash bins. He also mentioned that tumbleweeds are
a big concern and should be addressed.
Resident Alfred Visco recommended adding signs on the bins indicating that they are only
for green waste. He also mentioned that the other five bins should be deployed as soon as
possible, and that staff should not be concerned about other upcoming community events.
MOTION: Councilmember Wilson motioned to receive and file as presented, and
Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8B RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON THE JULY 21, 2021 FIRE FUEL
COMMITTEE MEETING; AND CONSIDER AND APPROVE THE
COMMITTEE’S RECOMMENDATION.
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Resident Jim Aichele recommended educating residents on the expectation for compliance
and the importance of fire fuel reduction. He recommended that if dead vegetation is
removed, plants like lemonade berry bushes be added to help prevent fires or spreading of
fires.
Resident Arlene and Gene Honbo expressed their support for the proposal and using the
nuisance proceedings. They also recommended using Trevor or someone from the Forestry
Division to assist with the process, as they are the experts. Lastly, they stated the
importance of educating and communicating with residents on the proper way to address
dead vegetation on properties. This information can be marketed immediately via various
platforms.
Resident Alfred Visco supported the Fire Fuel Committee’s proposal. He recommended
that the City Attorney draft a policy and ordinance relating to the proposal. Mr. Visco also
suggested using professionals to assist with the education and communication on the next
steps. Mr. Visco agreed with resident Jim Aichele that there are tons of canyons to address,
and also mentioned that the 2010 Carol Rice report has information on canyons. Mr. Visco
said that 2010 Carol Rice report is on the RHCA website and was used for the Fire Fuel
Management Strategies.
City Clerk Sandoval read into record the email submitted by resident Don Crocker. Mr.
Crocker expressed his support for the proposal.
MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned that the Fire Fuel Subcommittee continue to
refine the proposal, and Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8C CONSIDER THE PURCHASE OF A UTILITY VEHICLE FOR A NOT-TO-
EXCEED AMOUNT OF $20,000.
The City Council did not take action on this item.
8D CONSIDER A PENINSULA CITIES JOINT LETTER TO BE SENT TO
THE CALIFORNIA AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY CITIZENS
REDISTRICTING COMMISSION DESCRIBING THE CITY AND THE
CITY’S PREFERENCE FOR REDISTRICTING.
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MOTION: Councilmember Pieper motioned to work with other cities to edit the letter and
then have the Mayor sign the letter. Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
8E CONSIDER HOLDING A CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING
COMMISSION WORKSHOP ON STORMWATER.
MOTION: Councilmember Wilson motioned to meet with the Planning Commission on
September 27, 2021, and Councilmember Mirsch seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
9. MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE
REPORTS
9A SUPPORT A REGIONAL TOWN HALL TO INFORM THE PUBLIC ON
THE IMPACTS OF SENATE BILL 9 (HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
APPROVALS) AND SENATE BILL 10 (UPZONE ANY PARCELS TO 10
UNITS OF RESIDENTIAL DENSITY).
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to put information about the Zoom meeting
on the Blue Newsletter and Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
9B RECEIVE AND FILE SOUTH BAY CITIES LETTER TO LOS ANGELES
COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, FOURTH DISTRICT
SUPERVISOR JANICE HAHN TO MODIFY THE RECENT HEALTH
ORDER RELATING TO MASKING; AND CONSIDER DRAFTING AND
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SENDING A SIMILAR LETTER JOINTLY WITH THE PENINSULA
CITIES.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Black motioned to participate in the joint letter, and
Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Mayor Dieringer, Mayor Pro Tem Black, Pieper,
Mirsch, and Wilson.
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None.
10. MATTERS FROM STAFF
None.
11. CLOSED SESSION
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:15
p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled to be held on Monday,
August 9, 2021 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2
Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. It will also be available via City’s
website link at: https://www.rolling-hills.org/government/agenda/index.php
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________________
Janely Sandoval
City Clerk
Approved,
________________________________
Bea Dieringer
Mayor
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Agenda Item No.: 4.B
Mtg. Date: 08/09/2021
TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM:JANELY SANDOVAL, CITY CLERK
THRU:ELAINE JENG P.E., CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT:PAYMENT OF BILLS.
DATE:August 09, 2021
BACKGROUND:
None.
DISCUSSION:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve as presented.
ATTACHMENTS:
PAYMENT OF BILLS.pdf
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Agenda Item No.: 4.C
Mtg. Date: 08/09/2021
TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM:JANELY SANDOVAL, CITY CLERK
THRU:ELAINE JENG P.E., CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT:RECEIVE AND FILE AN EXECUTED PENINSULA CITIES JOINT
LETTER TO THE CALIFORNIA AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY
CITIZENS REDISTRCITNG COMMISSION DESCRIBING THE CITY
AND THE CITY'S PREFERENCE FOR REDISTRCITING.
DATE:August 09, 2021
BACKGROUND:
During the City Council meeting on July 26, 2021, the Council was presented a draft joint letter that
included all four Peninsula cities to be reviewed and approved to be sent to the California Citizens
Redistricting Commission and the Los Angeles County Citizens Redistricting Commission. The goal of
such letter was to establish the four Peninsula cities' views and goals in wanting to be redistricted
together. The letter includes the four Peninsula cities current represented districts, and the shared
amenities and contracts, which is the reason that all four cities are advocating to stay together in the
same districts. The letter also established the communal relationship the four cities share, and the
overall goal of trying to maintain their traditions.
During the City Council meeting, the Council approved the Mayor to sign the joint letter if the four
Peninsula cities allow minor edits indicating that the the goal is for all four Peninsula cities to stay fully
together in the same districts. The edits were completed, accepted by all four Peninsula Cities, and
Mayor Dieringer signed the letter.
DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the final joint Peninsula letter.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The preparation and coordination of the joint letter is included in the operational cost for Fiscal Year
2021-2022.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment C PV Cities Community Profile.pdf
SUPPLEMENTAL PV Cities Community Profile_RPV RHE RH.pdf
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Agenda Item No.: 4.D
Mtg. Date: 08/09/2021
TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM:MEREDITH ELGUIRA, PLANNING DIRECTOR
THRU:ELAINE JENG P.E., CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT:RECEIVE AND FILE AN UPDATE ON THE PENINSULA CITIES JOINT
LETTER ON ASSEMBLY BILL 215 HOUSING ELEMENT, RELATIVE
PROGRESS DETERMINATION.
DATE:August 09, 2021
BACKGROUND:
On July 12, 2021, staff was directed by the City Council to reach out to the Peninsula Cities and find
out if they would like to send a joint letter opposing AB 215 (Chiu). The cities of Rancho Palos Verdes
and Palos Verdes Estates have both agreed to join. The City Council of the City of Rolling Hills Estates
will hear the item on August 10, 2021.
DISCUSSION:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
ATTACHMENTS:
AB 215 Joint Opposition Letter (Portantino).pdf
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August 10, 2021 Via Email
The Honorable Anthony Portantino
Chair, Senate Appropriations Committee
State Capitol, Room 2206
Sacramento, CA 95814
RE: Notice of Opposition to AB 215
Dear Senator Portantino:
The Cities of Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills and Rolling Hills
Estates (Peninsula Cities) strongly object to AB 215 (Chiu), which would require a
jurisdiction that has not made sufficient progress toward meeting its Regional Housing
Needs Allocation (RHNA) to be subject to a mid-cycle consultation with the Department
of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
The state already has sufficient police power over housing elements under existing
laws. HCD can review any action by a jurisdiction that is inconsistent with the
jurisdiction’s adopted housing element, including a failure to implement its housing
element programs; revoke the department’s prior findings that a jurisdiction’s housing
element is compliant; and refer a non-compliant jurisdiction to the Attorney General for
potential prosecution. Rather than create a new mid-cycle housing element review
process, the state should remain focused on using the tools in existing law to promote
housing element adoption and implementation.
This bill undermines local authority by unnecessarily adding additional assessments of
jurisdictions’ compliance with RHNA allocations. For these reasons the Peninsula Cities
strongly oppose AB 215.
Sincerely,
Eric Alegria Michael Kemps
Mayor, City of Rancho Palos Verdes Mayor, City of Palos Verdes Estates
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AB 215 (Chiu)
August 10, 2021
Page 2
Bea Dieringer Steven Zuckerman
Mayor, City of Rolling Hills Mayor, City of Rolling Hills Estates
cc: Ben Allen, Senator, 26th State Senate District
Al Muratsuchi, Assembly Member, 66th Assembly District
Jeff Kiernan, League of California Cities
Meg Desmond, League of California Cities
Marcel Rodarte, California Contract Cities Association
Jacki Bacharach, South Bay Cities Council of Governments
Palos Verdes Estates City Council
Rancho Palos Verdes City Council
Rolling Hills City Council
Rolling Hills Estates City Council
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Agenda Item No.: 9.A
Mtg. Date: 08/09/2021
TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM:MEREDITH ELGUIRA, PLANNING DIRECTOR
THRU:ELAINE JENG P.E., CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT:CONSIDER JOINT PENINSULA EMAIL TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISOR 4TH DISTRICT JANICE HAHN REQUESTING
THE REPORT OF CERTAIN DATA BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
HEALTH (MAYOR DIERINGER).
DATE:August 09, 2021
BACKGROUND:
None
DISCUSSION:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
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Agenda Item No.: 11.A
Mtg. Date: 08/09/2021
TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM:MEREDITH ELGUIRA, PLANNING DIRECTOR
THRU:ELAINE JENG P.E., CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT:CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: INITIATION OF LITIGATION
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(d)(4)
THE CITY FINDS, BASED ON THE ADVICE FROM LEGAL COUNSEL,
THAT DISCUSSION IN OPEN SESSION WILL PREJUDICE THE
POSITION OF THE CITY IN THE LITIGATION.
DATE:August 09, 2021
BACKGROUND:
None.
DISCUSSION:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
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