4/26/2010MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor Pernell
at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills,
California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Black, Heinsheimer, Hill and Mayor Pernell.
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Pro Tem Lay (excused).
Others Present: Anton Dahlerbruch, City Manager.
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director.
Heidi Luce, Deputy City Clerk.
Marvin Jackmon, Southern California Edison
Ngwebifor Fobi, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
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 23, 2010 and Special Meeting of April 7, 2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
B.
Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C.
Monthly Financial Statement with Quarterly Investment Report.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
D.
Allied Recycling Tonnage Report for March 2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
E.
Fire Fuel Reduction Ad Hoc Committee meeting notes of March 25, 2010 and April 19,
2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
F.
Consideration of an Ordinance of the City of Rolling Hills amending the City's
Purchasing System pertaining to purchasing during declared emergencies and amending
the Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
RECOMMENDATION: Second reading and adoption.
G.
Consideration of a recommendation from the Traffic Commission to approve a request
from the Palos Verdes Woman's Club for a Garden Tour at 8 Williamsburg Lane on
Saturday, May 15, 2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
H.
Consideration of Resolution No. 1083. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Rolling Hills approving an exclusive solid waste franchise agreement between the City
and Allied Waste Industries, Inc.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
I.
Consideration of a Second Amendment to the Lease between the City of Rolling Hills
and the Rolling Hills Community Association of Rancho Palos Verdes.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
J.
Correspondence from Southern California Gas Company regarding notice of application
for the review of the Firm Access Rights System and anticipated increase in the natural
gas rates Application No. A.10-03-028
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
K.
Correspondence from Southern California Edison Company regarding Rate Application:
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RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
L. Consideration of an amendment to extend the Agreement between the City of Rolling
Hills and Willdan for as needed Civil Engineering, City Engineering, City Traffic
Engineer, Building Official and Geotechnical Engineering services.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the items on the consent calendar..
Councilmember Hill seconded the motion, which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in
attendance.
COMMISSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2010-06. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR
GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A DETACHED GARAGE AND A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR THE DETACHED GARAGE ON A LOT DEVELOPED WITH A SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENCE AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, IN ZONING CASE NO. 774 AT
5 WAGON LANE, (LOT 110-4-RH), (TU). PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the plans and staff report pertaining to Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2010-06. She stated that the applicants, Mr. and Mrs. Tu are requesting a Site Plan
Review for grading of 150 cubic yards of cut and 150 cubic yards of fill for the construction of a
detached garage, which includes grading quantities for a future stable; and a Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) to construct a 1,650 square foot detached garage for storage of vintage cars. She stated that the lot
is currently developed with a single-family residence and accessory structures.
She further stated that the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2010-06, which is attached to
the staff report on April 20, 2010 granting approval in Zoning Case No. 774 with standard findings of
facts and conditions. She stated that the resolution was unanimously approved by those Commissioners
present noting that Commissioner Smith abstained as she was absent and excused from the field trip and
subsequent meeting on this case. She stated that no variances are requested and all of the standards are
within the guidelines and zoning code requirements.
Following brief discussion, Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council receive and file
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-06. Councilmember Black seconded the motion, which
carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in attendance.
RESOLUTION NO. 2010-07. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW AND A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT (CUP) FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A RECREATION ROOM,
A SUBSTANTIAL ADDITION TO THE EXISTING RESIDENCE INCLUDING BASEMENT
AND REMODEL OF THE EXISTING RESIDENCE AND TO CONSTRUCT A NEW
SWIMMING POOL IN ZONING CASE NO. 778, (LOT 10-RH), (REHRIG). THE PROJECT
HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the plans and staff report pertaining to Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2010-07. She stated that the applicant is requesting a Site Plan Review and a Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) for grading of 1,172 cubic yards of dirt (including excavation from a basement and a
pool) and construction of an 800 square foot recreation room, a 2,560 square foot addition for a total of
7,117 square foot residence, and a 1,638 square foot basement at an existing single family residence
located at 46 Saddleback Road. She noted that the existing swimming pool will be demolished and a new
717 square foot swimming pool constructed and a barbeque area is also proposed.
She further stated that the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2010-07, which is attached, on
April 20, 2010 granting approval in Zoning Case No. 778. She stated that the resolution was
unanimously approved by those Commissioners present noting that Commissioner Smith abstained as
she was absent and excused from the field trip 'and subsequent meeting on this case.
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Discussion ensued concerning the difference between a remodel project which leaves "one wall
standing" and a new construction project. Following brief discussion, Councilmember Heinsheimer
moved that the City Council receive and file Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-07.
Councilmember Black seconded the motion, which carried unanimously by those Councilmembers in
attendance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
Ngwebifor Fobi of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. addressed the City Council stating that she is the
President of Rolling Hills/Palos Verdes Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and with her
are two past presidents of the Sorority, Mary Martin and Helen Fobi. She noted also that Helen Fobi was
the organization's charter president. She stated that their chapter of Delta Sigma Theta has been on the
hill for nine years and has 50 members. She noted that they are a service organization helping those less
fortunate and offered their support should a need arise.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE PERSONNEL
SUBCOMMITTEE FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Councilmember Hill presented a recommendation from the Personnel Subcommittee that Brad Chelf be
appointed to the unexpired term on the Planning Commission. Councilmember Hill moved that the City
Council approve the Personnel Subcommittee's recommendation to appoint Brad Chelf to serve on the
Planning Commission. Councilmember Heinsheimer seconded the motion. Following brief discussion,
the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
None.
NOES:
OLD BUSINESS
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
NEW BUSINESS
None.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
Ngwebifor Fobi of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. addressed the City Council stating that she is the
President of Rolling Hills/Palos Verdes Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and with her
are two past presidents of the Sorority, Mary Martin and Helen Fobi. She noted also that Helen Fobi was
the organization's charter president. She stated that their chapter of Delta Sigma Theta has been on the
hill for nine years and has 50 members. She noted that they are a service organization helping those less
fortunate and offered their support should a need arise.
MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE PERSONNEL
SUBCOMMITTEE FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Councilmember Hill presented a recommendation from the Personnel Subcommittee that Brad Chelf be
appointed to the unexpired term on the Planning Commission. Councilmember Hill moved that the City
Council approve the Personnel Subcommittee's recommendation to appoint Brad Chelf to serve on the
Planning Commission. Councilmember Heinsheimer seconded the motion. Following brief discussion,
the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Hill, Heinsheimer and Mayor Pernell.
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
Mayor Pro Tem Lay.
ABSTAIN:
Councilmember Black.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
FY 10/11 BUDGET PRIORITIES.
City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the FY 10/11 budget priorities stating that staff is proposing, in
preparing the FY 10/11 budget, that the City maintain the status quo with no new major initiatives.
Councilmember Black suggested that an attempt should be made to achieve a balanced budget for FY
10/11. No action was action.
UPDATE ON MAY 3, 2010 AND MAY 4, 2010 FIRE FUEL REDUCTION MEETINGS.
(ORAL).
City Manager Dahlerbruch updated the City Council on the plans relative to the May 3 and May 4 Fire
Fuel Reduction meetings and presented the proposed agenda for each of the meetings. No action was
taken.
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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.
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.
YC053995.
G.C. 54956.9(a)
Freeman v. City of Rolling Hills, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No.
YC054015.
Council recessed into closed session at 8:01 p.m.
City Attorney Jenkins reported that the City Council recessed into closed session to discuss the Freeman
case as listed on the closed session agenda and noted as a reportable action that the City Council
approved the settlement agreement and authorized the Mayor to sign the settlement agreement on behalf
of the City.
The meeting was back in open session at 8:07 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Pernell adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m.
to a Joint Meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the City
Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. The next regular
meeting of the City Council is scheduled to be held on Monday, May 10, 2010 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in .
the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Luce
Deputy City Clerk
Annroved_
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