2/13/1996MINUTES OF A
REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF 'THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
FEBRUARY 13, 1996
CALL TO ORDER
A regular adjourned meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to
order by Mayor Pro Tem Murdock at 7:30 p.m., in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2
Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Heinsheimer, Hill, Lay, Mayor Pro Tem Murdock and
Mayor Pernell (arrival at 7:45 p.m.).
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Others Present: Craig R. Nealis, City Manager.
Kevin Ennis, Assistant City Attorney.
Lola Ungar, Principal Ungar.
Marilyn L. Kern, Deputy City Clerk.
Lt. Joe Manusio, Los Angeles County Sheriff's
Department, Lomita Station.
Lt. Douglas Buck, Los Angeles SPCA.
Sgt. Brenda Herrington, Los Angeles SPCA.
Officer Helen Bosaz, Los Angeles SPCA.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters which may be acted upon by the City Council in a single motion. Any
Councilmember may request removal of any item from the Consent Calendar
causing it to be considered under Council Actions.
a. Minutes - Regular Meeting of January 22, 1996.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
b. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Annual Financial Statement for FY 94-95.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
d. Correspondence from Browning Ferris Industries regarding recovered
recyclable material.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
e. Consideration of a Planning Process Guide for residents of Rolling Hills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve recommendation as presented.
f. California Water Service Company Advice Letter No. 1416, which is being
filed with the California Public Utilities Commission to recover an annual
one-time surcharge for the Department of Health Services Office of Drinking
Water fees.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the recommendations
contained in the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Hill seconded the motion which
carried unanimously.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
CONSIDERATION OF A REPORT FROM THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
COMPANY REGARDING A REQUEST FROM THE ROLLING HILLS COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION TO RETURN A UTILITY VAULT ON CREST ROAD, JUST EAST
OF PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, UNDERGROUND.
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City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the background relative to this
matter.
Southern California Edison Company Regional Manager Scott Gobble provided a verbal
update outlining the comments in his correspondence to the City Council dated February
6, 1996.
In response to Councilmember Lay, Mr. Gobble stated that Edison does not intend to
remove other facilities from underground in the future and that it is the ultimate goal of
Edison to underground their facilities. He indicated that, in this case, reactivation of
electrical services will occur faster for the 350 residents of Rolling Hills which are served by
this transformer in case of a power outage if it is located above ground. Mr. Gobble
explained that this large high voltage transformer serves as a mini -substation and it is
difficult to acquire in an underground configuration. He also explained that it does not _
last, what would be considered a normal life expectancy, in the underground structure.
Mayor Pernell arrived at 7:45 p.m. and apologized for his late arrival. Mayor Pro Tem
Murdock reviewed the proceedings that had taken place before his arrival.
• George Cashman, 2 Crest Road East, offered his support for the returning of the
transformer unit underground as stated in his letter to the City Council dated February
13, 1996.
• Mrs. Ann Carley, 2900 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills Community
Association Landscape Chair, expressed support for maintaining the vault in an above
ground configuration if it is appropriately screened from view and serves to expedite
Edison returning power to customers following an outage.
Discussion ensued regarding the City's encouragement of underground utilities whenever
possible. Councilmembers also discussed Edison's necessity to access the vault quickly and
easily to make repairs. City Councilmembers concurred that it is their ultimate desire that
the this vault be returned underground. However, due to the unique circumstances
relating to this situation, they requested Edison to meet and negotiate with Mr. Cashman
and the Community Association to reach an appropriate solution and report any progress
in this regard back to the City Council.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Pernell continued this item to the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the City Council to be held on Monday, February 26, 1996 for the purposes of
receiving an update.
In response to Mayor Pernell, Mr. Gobble presented a brief report regarding the Edison's
new corporate structure.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
• Mr. Scott Gobble, Southern California Edison Company Area Manager, requested that
the City Council place consideration of a request regarding the use of Rolling Hills Rule
20A funds for a utility underground project on Silver Spur Road in the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Pernell directed staff to place this item on the Monday,
February 26, 1996 agenda.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZONING CASE NO. 453, SUBDIVISION NO. 86 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
NO. 21444
REQUEST FOR A PROPOSED 3 -LOT SUBDIVISION OF LAND AT LOTS 89-A-RH,
89-C-RH, AND 92-RH, AND CURRENTLY; 25 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD,
ROLLING HILLS, CA, AN EXISTING LOT THAT HAS ONE RESIDENTIAL UNIT,
TO BE IMPLEMENTED BY MRS. DOTHA S. WELBOURN. LOTS 89-A-RH, 89 -C-
RH, AND 92-RH, CONSIST OF 13.7 ACRES GROSS TO BE DIVIDED INTO THREE
PARCELS AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1 - 8.40 ACRES GROSS, 6.53 ACRES NET;
PARCEL 2 - 3.02 ACRES GROSS, 2.39 ACRES NET; AND PARCEL ,3 - 2.8 ACRES
GROSS, 2.12 ACRES NET.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report outlining the applicant's request and the
Planning Commission's recommendation regarding this item. Principal Planner Ungar
explained the modifications to the subdivision requirements being requested. Mayor
Pernell opened the public hearing and called for testimony.
• Mr. Stanley Lamport, applicant's representative, explained that the applicant's
engineering representative will be out of town and requested that the City Council hear
his report this evening and, if possible, arrange for a field trip so that the engineer can
be present. Mr. Lamport chronicled the steps taken to fulfill the application
requirements. He also provided the City Council with an update on issues relating to a
report from the applicant's consulting biologist and the natural vegetation mitigation
measures offered by the applicant. He pointed out on an aerial photograph of the
property the areas that would be affected. He reported that. the example takes into
consideration a "worst-case" scenario. He explained the Wildlife Preservation
Committee's review and recommended approval of this issue.
Mr. Lamport referred the City Council to Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-2
and reported on the suggested changes to the conditions. Assistant City Attorney Ennis
further explained conditions in Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-2.
Mr. Lamport further explained the location of the cul-de-sac. He reported that the cul-
de-sac was relocated due to the concerns of a neighboring property owner.
Councilmembers discussed the various conditions in the Planning Commission
Resolution. Mayor Pernell expressed concern regarding the monitoring of the various
conditions. Mr. Lamport explained the assurance offered by the applicant to make certain
that conditions would be met. In response to Mayor Pernell, City Manager Nealis
explained that City staff is ultimately responsible for ensuring that the conditions are met
when Site Plan Review requests are submitted on this or any property.
Mr. Lamport stated that the applicant has agreed to these controls and will to the best of
their ability ensure that the conditions are met.
• Mr. Doug McHattie, South Bay Engineering, in response to Councilmember Lay
regarding the, amount and purpose of grading on Lot No. 1, explained that this grading
was necessary due Los Angeles County Materials Engineering Department
requirements. Mr. McHattie explained the remedial work proposed for Lot No. 1.
Discussion ensued regarding the location and size of the building pad on Lot No. 1. In
response to Mayor Pernell, Mr. McHattie stated that grading will take approximately six
weeks. In response to Councilmember Lay, Mr. McHattie stated that the natural contour of
the land will be maintained.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Pernell continued the public hearing to Thursday, February
15, 1996, at 7:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting a field trip at 25 Portuguese Bend Road.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
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NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 6.24.040 OF
THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO REQUIRED
CONFINEMENT OF A DOG TO A RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY PURSUANT TO
AFFIRMATIVE FINDINGS UNDER SECTION 6.24.020, PARAGRAPH A OF THE
ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE FOR OWNER OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5
RANCHERO ROAD.
CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 6.24.040 OF
THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO REQUIRED
CONFINEMENT OF A DOG TO A RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY PURSUANT TO
AFFIRMATIVE FINDINGS UNDER SECTION 6.24.020, PARAGRAPH A OF THE
ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE FOR OWNER OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2
SPUR LANE.
Assistant City Attorney Ennis explained the Dog Confinement Appeal Hearing Procedures.
He reported that each of the animal owners were presented with the Appeal Hearing
Procedures prior to this evening's meeting. Assistant Attorney Ennis suggested that since
the two cases involve a single incident, that the City Council could consider both appeals
in one hearing. Assistant City Attorney Ennis also explained that this proceeding is not a
formal judicial proceeding and that the formal rules of court evidence do not apply. He
indicated that this is a quasi-judicial proceeding and that the Council should evaluate the
evidence in the light of the standards set forth in the Municipal Code and determine
whether there is substantial evidence in the record to support a conclusion that the dogs
attacked and killed the livestock.
At 9:00 p.m., Mayor Pro Tem Murdock reported that she must leave the meeting. She
stated that she will review the tape .recording of the meeting.
Materials were presented by Dr. Laurence David's Attorney to the City Council. City
Manager Nealis presented the staff reports and affidavit filed by Mrs. McBride, the SPCA's
investigation which led him to confine the dogs to their respective property, a chronology
of events and the City Councils options relative to these appeals. City Manager Nealis also
reported that material presented earlier in the day from Mrs. Michelle McBride has been
placed before the City Council. He also presented photographs of the dead goats provided
by Mrs. McBride.
Discussion ensued regarding the distance between the dog owners' homes and Mrs.
McBride's property. In response to Councilmember Heinsheimer, City Manager Nealis
stated that the two Rottweilers were not licensed. He reported that both of the Rottweilers
have since been licensed.
City Manager Nealis also reported that the City has received reports over the past two years
of two Rottweilers exhibiting aggressive behavior and running with in a pack in the Flying
Triangle area. He stated that none of these dogs had been identified. In response to Mayor
Pernell, Mr. Burt Arnold reported that he has had his dog for three years. It was also
reported that Dr. David's dog has lived at 5 Ranchero Road for three years. Mayor Pernell
expressed concern that both of these dogs were unlicensed. It was reported by Mr. Arnold
that his dog was previously licensed but that the license had expired. It was reported that it
is unknown whether the Dr. David's dog had previously been licensed.
• Lt. Douglas Buck, Director of Shelter Services for the SPCA, stated that he was not
directly involved in the investigation of these cases, however, would answer questions
regarding the policies and procedures of the SPCA. He stated that he was involved in
the decision to impound Dr. David's Rottweiler on January 28, 1996, when it was found
to be in violation of the confinement order and was determined to be unlicensed.
• Officer Helen Bosaz, SPCA, reported on her investigation of Mrs. McBrides affidavit,
various incidents surrounding the cases and recommendations in her reports to the
City. She also stated that she investigated an affidavit filed by Mrs. Marion Busia
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regarding two Rottweilers exhibiting aggressive behavior toward her and her animals.
Officer Bosaz stated that she could not make a finding that could support that an actual
attack and injury occurred relative to Mrs. Busia's affidavit.
Discussion ensued regarding the impounding of Dr. David's dog on January 28, 1996. City
Manager Nealis explained the SPCA's �aith'biriy`'the Municipal Code to enter property in
the City.
• Sgt. Brenda Herrington, SPCA, reported on her written statement regarding her
telephone interview with Dr. David.
City Manager Nealis summarized the report submitted by Sgt. Herrington. He stated that
Dr. David felt that his dog was not involved in the killing of the goats and that they
jumped the fence and broke their necks. He also said that Dr. David expressed that the
McBrides should keep their goats confined to a pen since there is no leash law in the City.
• Dr. Duncan and Mrs. Michelle McBride, 1 Running Brand Road. Dr. McBride described
the written testimony by other residents regarding the behavior of these .two dogs. He
stated that their concern and the concern of those providing written testimony is for
the safety of children. Dr. McBride reported on the incident as stated in their Affidavit
and the other incidents described in the SPCA. reports. He reported -that given his
medical training and experience, he feels that the goats had been taken down by the
dogs due to the predator style puncture wounds in their necks. He also explained the
open wounds in the abdomens of the goats. Dr. McBride provided further explanation
of how they identified the owners of the two Rottweilers and of the events that
occurred following the original incident on January 13, 1996. He explained that Mr.
Burt Arnold was very cooperative and assisted Mrs. McBride in removing the goat
carcasses from their property and stated that he disputes Dr. David's comments on what
occurred. He also provide a brief accounting of Mrs. Marion Busia's encounters with
these dogs. Dr. McBride stated that they are fearful of these dogs. He. provided
photographs of the pen area where the goats are kept. He further disputed Dr. David's
claims that the goats were killed by jumping the fence and breaking their necks or that
the goats were killed by other dogs or other predators. He stated that a Community
Association Maintenance worker had previously been bitten by Mr. Arnold's dog. He
presented an article from the journal "Pediatrics" dated November, 1995, entitled
"Severe Dog Bites in Children" explaining that Rottweilers were the second most
common dog to attack children. In conclusion, Dr. McBride stated the he would request
that for the protection of all children in the City that the City Council amend the
recommendation by the City Manager that the dogs be confined and order that these
two Rottweilers be removed from the City. I ,
• Mr. Charlie Raine, 2 Pinto Road, stated that he feels that the dogs were not roaming, but
hunting due to the great distances between the properties involved. In response to
Mayor Pernell, Mr. Raine indicated that he had not witnessed the events but that the
dogs have chased his car.
• Mrs. Pia Raine, 2 Pinto Road, stated that she previously witnessed an attack on the
McBride dog by the Arnold dog. She reported that she has experience in the training of
German Shepherds and Rottweilers and that, in her opinion, these two Rottweilers are
dangerous. She further commented that Dr. David did not examine his dog when he
picked it up from the McBrides property stated in his letter.
• Dr. Duncan McBride, 1 Running Brand Road, commented on Dr. David's statement
that the dogs did not seem disturbed nor did they have any visible evidence on them
when he viewed them. He stated that Dr. David did not see the dogs until two hours
after the incident. Dr. McBride stated that when they heard the commotion in their
yard on January 13, 1996, they immediately ran out and found the two Rottweilers and
a Retriever standing over the dead goats. ,
• Mr. Michael Ungar, attorney for Dr. Laurence David, stated that he shares the concern
for children in the community. He stated that he can find no evidence that Dr. David's
dog has ever exhibited aggressive behavior toward children. He pointed out that there
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are numerous letters in his material presented to the City Council this evening that
support that Dr. David's dog is a friendly, kind, gentle and considerate dog and has been
left in the company of children in the past. Mr. Ungar reported that Dr. David was out
of town on business and unable to attend this meeting. He presented a letter dated
February 13, 1996, prepared by Dr. David outlining his comments regarding the
incident. He highlighted that Dr. David indicates in the letter that on January 13, 1996,
that he did receive a call from Mrs. McBride who indicated that his dog had killed her
goats and requested that he come to the house and pick up his dog. It explained that it
was Dr. David's observation, at that time, that both of the dogs were clean with no
blood on their mouths, body or any other evidence that they had been involved the
incident. He stated that Dr. David took his dog over to one of the dead goats and that
his dog showed no interest. Mr. Ungar further stated that Dr. David suspects that the
dogs heard the noise and commotion on the McBride property and were attracted to it
and ventured onto the McBride property to investigate. He indicated that since the
McBrides were able to capture these dogs, that they are not vicious. Mr. Ungar reported
that his client was out of town and had not received personal notice of confinement of
his dog. He stated that Dr. David received the notice via hand delivery on January 29,
1996.
Mr. Ungar stated that Dr. David's dog has never given any indication of aggressive
behavior and indicated that other Rottweilers or wild animals may have caused the
death of the goats. He stated that the fact that these dogs were present after the
commotion is not proof that they did the attacking.
Mr. Ungar commented on the letters submitted by the McBrides relative to the
descriptions of the animals collars and weight. He stated that in speaking with Dr.
David's son, he indicated that his father's dog does not own a brass collar and that the
dog weighs one hundred nine pounds, much heavier than the McBride description.
Mr. Ungar stated that he does not feel that the identification of the dog stated in the
various letters submitted by the McBrides is accurate. He also stated the he feels that no
substantial evidence has been presented that would implicate Dr. David's dog and that
he feels that the dog is of no danger to children. He further stated that his client loves
and cares for his dog and would be devastated if his dog were to remain confined or
ordered removed from the City.
• Mr. Jonathan David, 20210 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, stated that in the three years
that his father has owned the dog, that it has never been aggressive. He stated that his
father is a responsible dog owner. He further stated that he and Dr. David feel that they
have been harassed. He reported that he spoke with a Captain Havaford of the SPCA
regarding this situation. Mr. David said Captain Havaford stated that action was taken
even though there was no proof that the dog killed the goats and that there is no proof
that Dr. David's dog runs in packs. In response to Councilmember Lay, Mr. David
stated that he feels that there may be two Rottweilers running around the City, but that
it is not their dog. He further stated that all they know is that their dog was present at
the scene with another Rottweiler when the McBrides found their dead goats. In
response to Mr. Ungar, Mr. David stated that there has been no indication previously
that their dog has been exhibiting the type of behavior reported this evening. Mr.
David further commented on Captain Havaford's statements and the incident on
January 28, 1996 when Dr. David's dog was impounded by the SPCA after being seen on
the McBride property again. In response to Mr. Ungar, Mr. David stated that Dr.
David's dog has never had a spiked or brass collar as reported. Mr. Burt Arnold also
stated that his dog does not have a spiked or brass collar.
In response to Councilmember Heinsheimer, Mr. Ungar stated that he feels that dogs are
naturally curious and will investigation commotion and that is how Dr. David's dog
became present at the site of the incident. He further stated that since there is no leash law
in the city that any dogs may roam at will and that it is common behavior for dogs to smell
blood from quite a distance and investigate.
In response to Mr. Ungar's comments regarding the notice presented to Dr. David, City
Manager Nealis explained that he made it very clear to Dr. David that he was to confine
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his dog to his property during the course of the investigation when he spoke to Dr. David
on January 22, 1996. He indicated that at that time Dr. David made it clear to him that he
would not participate in the investigation by the SPCA and .he would not confine his dog
to his property. City Manager Nealis .also reported- that he personally delivered the notice
to Dr. David's property. He said the notice: wads.. also mailed to Dr. David via certified and
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regular mail which is beyond the requirement oto the Municipal Code. Mr. Ungar reported
that on January 24, 1996, his client was out �of town and was not served in person. He
stated that upon Dr. David's return on January 29, 1996, he received the notice which was
hand delivered.
• Mr. Burt Arnold and Mrs. Amy Arnold, 2 Spur Lane, stated that they feel that the
McBrides have exaggerated the situation. Mr. Arnold also stated that he sympathizes
with the McBrides, however, any other dog in the neighborhood could have killed
their goats. Mr. Arnold stated that no one actually witnessed his dog or Dr. David's dog
killing the goats. He stated that he assisted Mrs. McBride in disposing of the goat
carcasses not out of guilt, but rather as a good neighbor. He stated that he feels that the
dogs should not be restricted since other dogs or wild animals may have killed the
goats. Mr. Arnold stated that it is quite common in Rolling Hills for dogs to chase
automobiles. He stated -that he questions how the goats got out of their pen and
indicated that perhaps the goats were roaming on the McBride's property. He stated
that he feels that neither his dog nor Dr. David's dog killed the goats. Mr. Arnold
reported that he received a call at 9:00 a.m. to go down to the McBrides property and
retrieve his dog. He expressed concern regarding the timing of the incident indicating
that his dog was in his house all night and was not let out until 8:30 a.m. Mr. Arnold
reported that since the day of the attack, he has kept his dog confined. He further
explained that his dog, as well as other dogs, roam freely in the neighborhood. He feels
that it is the responsibility for the owners of goat, chickens or other farms animals to
keep their animals penned up to prevent attacks. Mr. Arnold further stated that if he
had known that the McBrides were going to exaggerate their claims that he too would
have provided letters supporting the behavior of his dog. He stated that his dog has
never shown any aggressive behavior toward animals or people unless it ' has been
protective.
In response to Councilmember Lay, Mr. Arnold stated that he is not aware of his dog
running with Dr. David's dog. Mrs. Arnold stated that the dog sometimes wears a jeweled
collar. Councilmember Lay stated that dogs running with another dog or in packs act
differently than when they are alone.
• Mr. Dale Bolon, 920 Venice Blvd, Venice, stated that he has known Dr. David's dog for
about one year and that she has always been very friendly and docile. He stated that he
has also seen the dog around children and that she has never been aggressive.
In response to comments made by Mr. David regarding a conversation with a Captain
Havaford, Sgt. Buck stated the he also spoke with Captain Havaford who is the head of
SPCA Criminal Investigation Department. He reported that Captain Havaford stated to
him that he had spoken to Mr. David and stated that the evidence, as given to him
sounded a little weak. After explaining to Captain Havaford that this was not a criminal
proceeding but rather an administrative hearing, Captain Havaford rescinded his
comments regarding the evidence.
Councilmember's discussed the various aspects to the case and the testimony received.
Mayor Pernell indicated that the City does not have a leash law in order to maintain the
rural feeling of the City. He stated that in light of the testimony, he feels that the dogs were
seen on the McBride property on the goats and that he would rather see the City Council
error on the side of caution. He stated that since there is a high degree of probability that
these dogs killed the goats that he would support upholding the City Manager's
confinement of the dogs to their respective properties.
Councilmembers further discussed the testimony. They agreed with Mayor Pernell that
they would rather error on the side of caution rather than to turn ,these dogs loose and
have another incident occur. It was suggested that while these dogs are confined, that if
another such incident were to occur involving two similar dogs, that the City Council
could review the situation again.
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In response to Mayor Pernell, Sgt. Buck stated that the SPCA needs assistance from the
public in keeping dogs running in packs in check. He reported that Rolling Hills residents
should report such incidents as soon as they occur. City Manager Nealis stated that an
article could be placed in the Citywide Newsletter regarding the importance of reporting
dogs running in packs.
Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council uphold the decision of the City
Manager relative to the confinement of both dogs to their respective properties.
Councilmember Lay seconded the motion which carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Heinsheimer, Hill, Lay, and Mayor Pernell.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Murdock
ABSTAIN: None.
Assistant City Attorney Ennis stated that staff would draft Resolutions memorializing this
action and present them for adoption at the next City Council meeting.
RECESS
Mayor Pernell recessed the meeting at 10:45 p.m.
RECONVENE
Mayor Pernell reconvened the meeting at 10:50 p.m.
CONSIDERATION OF A COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE VOLUNTEER
APPRECIATION EVENT.
City Manager Nealis presented the staff report. City Councilmembers discussed the
importance of the City's volunteers and directed staff to arrange a weekend brunch to
honor the City's volunteers.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
• Councilmember Heinsheimer commented on the Southern California Edison
Company's request for the use of City of Rolling Hills Rule 20A funds for an
underground utility project in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes.
• Councilmember Hill requested that the City nominate Mrs. Joan Saffo as an
outstanding older American to be honored at a luncheon on Wednesday, May 15, 1996,
at the County of Los Angeles Music Center, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Grand Hall.
• Councilmember Hill also reported on the status of the proposed improvements to the
Clif Hix riding ring and a plan to involve the RHCA in those improvements.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
None.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Pernell adjourned the meeting
at 11:00 p.m., to an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council to be held on Thursday,
February 15, 1996, beginning at 7:30 a.m., at 25 Portuguese Bend Road for the purpose of
conducting a field trip.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Marilyn L. Kern
Deputy City Clerk
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