3/26/2007MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MARCH 26, 2007
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor
Lay at 7:35 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling
Hills, California.
City Manager Dahlerbruch introduced the new Rolling Hills Community Association Manager
Mrs. Kristen Raig. He provided a brief biography of her education and tenure with the
Community Association. Councilmembers welcomed Mrs. Raig and commented on
opportunities ahead for the City and the Association to communicate more as well as with the
fresh new management of both entities. Mrs. Raig indicated that she is looking forward to the
opportunity of working with the City Council and staff in the future and to carrying on the
traditions of the community.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Heinsheimer, Hill, Pernell, Mayor Pro Tern Black and Mayor
Lay.
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Others Present: Anton Dahlerbruch, City Manager.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director.
Nan Huang, Finance Director.
Marilyn Kern, Deputy City Clerk.
Lt. Greg Ahn, LASD, Lomita Station.
Kristen Raig, RHCA Manager.
3. 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 March 12, 2007.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
b. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Financial Statement for the month of February, 2007.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
d. South Bay Cities Council of Governments request for letter of support for water
conservation training modules grant.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the recommendations in
the consent calendar. Councilmember Hill seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
INSTALLATION AND OATH OF OFFICE OF ELECTED OFFICIALS
City Manager Dahlerbruch administered the oath of office to Councilmembers Black, Hill and
Lay.
CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
Mayor Lay nominated Councilmember Black to service as -Mayor for 2007-08.
Councilmember Heinsheimer seconded the nomination which carried unanimously.
Mayor Black nominated Councilmember Hill to serve as Mayor Pro Tern for 2007-08.
Councilmember Lay seconded the nomination which carried unanimously.
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PRESENTATION TO MAYOR B. ALLEN LAY RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING SERVICE,
DURING 2006-2007 TERM AS MAYOR
Mayor Black presented Councilmember Lay with a plaque and watercolor painting of the
Women's Club View Site on Crest Road and thanked him for his service as Mayor during
2006-07.
COMMENTS FROM 2006-2007 MAYOR B. ALLEN LAY
Councilmember Lay stated that it was an honor to represent the Community and indicated
that he is pleased to work with the City Council and staff to keep Rolling Hills rural. He
complimented staff for their efforts during the very difficult times experienced during the past
year and stated that there are many opportunities for the City in the future.
COMMENTS FROM 2007-2008 MAYOR
Mayor Black thanked the citizens of Rolling Hills, the City Council and his family for the
lessons he has learned in the past living in Rolling Hills and since being elected to the City
Council as well as for the opportunity to serve such a wonderful community. He introduced
his family members that were in attendance.
At 7:45 p.m. the meeting was recessed for a reception.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:00 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 304: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS AMENDING THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO PRIVATE STREETS.
City Manager Dahlerbruch reported that the City Council had introduced Ordinance No. 304
at their last meeting and that it is being presented this evening for second reading and
adoption. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Black called for a motion.
Councilmember Lay moved that the City Council waive further reading and adopt Ordinance
No. 304. Councilmember Heinsheimer seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF BID FOR THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS CITY
HALL EXTERIOR PAINTING PROJECT.
City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the staff report providing background regarding the
proposed painting of the exterior of City Hall, the bidding process and information regarding
the low bidder. Hearing no discussion, Mayor Black called for a motion.
Councilmember Pennell moved that the City Council award the City of Rolling Hills Exterior
Painting Project to the low bidder, Southwest Coatings, Inc. of San Pedro, in an amount of
$7,500 and allocate an additional $750 as a contingency for the project if it is needed. Following
an explanation regarding the work that the low bidder had completed for other government
agencies and the recommendations received for the low bidder, Councilmember Hill seconded
the motion which carried unanimously.
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OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M.. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME.
None.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL '
Councilmember Pernell reported on a recqnt meeting of the Homeland Security Advisory
Council he attended. He explained the cooperation between the various law enforcement
agencies and private industries involved with this advisory council.
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS.
Councilmembers were asked to review the list of Committee Assignments and communicate
their preferences to the Mayor or City Manager who will coordinate the information for
dissemination to the City Council. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tern will serve as the delegate
and alternate to the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County,
Mayor Pro Tern Hill suggested that the City Council nominate Bill and Florence Horn for
recognition at the Older American's Recognition Day Luncheon in May. Councilmember Lay
suggested that Evie Hankins be nominated. Staff was directed to, work with the Mayor to
select a nominee for the City.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
CITY COUNCIL/ PLANNING COMMISSION LIAISON MEETING.
Following discussion, Councilmembers suggested that the meeting be held at 6:00 p.m. on
June 11, 2007. Discussion ensued regarding allowing sufficient time to explore the items to be
discussed at the meeting and the need for the City Attorney to attend the meeting. Staff was
requested to query the Planning Commission to determine their availability on this date. An
alternate date of June 25, 2007 was discussed.
ORAL REPORT REGARDING THE 50.. ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.
City Manager Dahlerbruch reported that the Women's Community Club has requested that
each Councilmember provide on a 4" x 6" card a brief statement on what Rolling Hills means
to them by April 20, 2007. He stated that these cards would be used in connection with the
decorations for the 50' Anniversary Celebration. Staff was directed to coordinate the
submittal of the Councilmember's statements.
He also reported that discussions had taken place with the City of Rolling Hills Estates, the
Sheriff's Department and the Traffic Engineer regarding the Anniversary Committee's
suggestion that incoming traffic be restricted at the main gate from 10:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
during the Anniversary Celebration on May 20, 2007. He said that the Sheriff's Department
would provide a uniformed deputy at the intersection at no charge.
City Manager Dahlerbruch provided a brief report regarding concerns that had been
expressed about the wall construction on the west side of Portuguese Bend Road. He said that
he is working with the contractor to correct the situation.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open
session will prejudice the position of the local agency in the litigation.
Existing Litigation:
G.C. 54956.9(a)
Judith Hassoldt and William Hassoldt, Individuals, Plaintiffs, vs City of Rolling Hills, et.
al., Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. BC275012.
G.C. 54956.9(a)
Hui -Tse Sheen, Individual, Plaintiff, vs City of Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Community
Association, et. al., Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. YC051963.
G.C. 54956.9(a)
Jonas, et al. v. City of Rolling Hills, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No.
YC033955.
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G.C. 54956.9(a)
Freeman v. City of Rolling Hills, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No.
YC054015.
Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Government Code Section 54956.8
Property Address: Los Angeles Assessors Parcel # 7574-020-900
City Negotiator: City Manager
Negotiating Parties: County of Los Angeles
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Storm Hill Park — Los Angeles Assessors Parcel # 7570-24-900
City Negotiator: City Manager
Negotiating Party: Rolling Hills Community Association
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of lease
No closed session was held.
ADTOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Black adjourned the meeting at
8:17 p.m. in memory of long time Rolling Hills residents Forrest Z. Riegel and Dr. Nathan
Rosenbloom. The meeting was adjourned to the next regular meeting of the City Council
scheduled to be held on Monday, April 4, 2007 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn Kern
Deputy City Clerk.
Approved,
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Fralqk E. Hill
Mayor Pro Tem
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