6/14/2010MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JUNE 14, 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, Lay and Mayor Pernell.
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Others Present: Anton Dahlerbruch, City Manager.
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney.
James Walker, Finance Director.
Heidi Luce, Deputy City Clerk.
Marvin Jackmon, Southern California Edison.
Marilyn Lyon, SBCCOG Environmental Services Center.
Bill Wingerning, 4 Johns Canyon Road
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 May 25, 2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
B. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Monthly Financial Statement.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
D. County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Comm issioner/Weights and Measures FY
2010/11 Agreement for pest control services.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
E. Fire Fuel Reduction Ad Hoc Committee meeting notes of June 2, 2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
F. City Council Finance/Budget Subcommittee meeting notes of June 2, 2010.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
Councilmember Heinsheimer moved that the City Council approve the items on the consent calendar.
Councilmember Hill seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
COMMISSION ITEMS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS ADOPTING THE 2010-11 FISCAL YEAR
BUDGET AND ESTABLISHING THE 2010-11 FISCAL YEAR APPROPRIATION
LIMIT.
(1) RESOLUTION NO. 1084: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING THE FY 2010-11 CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
BUDGET INCLUDING THE ANNUAL REPORT ON: GENERAL FUND;
COMMUNITY FACILITIES FUND; MUNICIPAL SELF INSURANCE FUND;
REFUSE COLLECTION FUND; SOLID WASTE CHARGES; TRAFFIC SAFETY
FUND; TRANSIT FUND -MEASURE R; TRANSIT FUND -PROPOSITION A;
TRANSIT FUND -PROPOSITION C; COPS AND CLEEP FUND; UTILITY FUND;
AND CAPITAL PROJECT FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11.
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(2) RESOLUTION NO. 1085: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROLLING HILLS ESTABLISHING THE 2010-11 FISCAL YEAR
APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS.
City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2010-11 budget as prepared with direction
from the Finance/Budget Subcommittee. He stated that the budget does not include any substantial increases
or changes from the current fiscal year recognizing that the economy has improved only slightly. He noted
that there are several reductions in the budget and stated that if the economy does not improve substantially,
there will more significant reductions in future years. He stated that Subcommittee directed that the budget
be balanced, based on incoming revenues, by FY 12-13. He then reviewed the projected revenue and
expenses. He stated that the budget incorporates a reduction in Sheriff's service levels in the amount of
approximately $60,000; noting that COPS funding will be used to supplement the Sheriff's service. He
further reviewed the expenditure detail stating that the proposed budget includes $1.4 million in revenues and
$1.5 million in expenditures which results in the use of approximately $133,000 from reserves which
represents a reduction in the reliance on reserves as compared to FY 10-11.
Following City Manager Dahlerbruch's presentation of the staff report, Mayor Pernell opened the public
hearing and called for public testimony. Hearing no public testimony, Mayor Pernell closed the public
hearing and asked for comments from the City Council. Councilmember Black stated that he is opposed to
deficit spending and is opposed to a budget that does not decrease expenditures. Mayor Pro Tem Lay
moved that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 1084 and Resolution No. 1085 approving the 2010-11
Fiscal Year budget and establishing the 2010-11 Fiscal Year appropriation limit. Councilmember
Heinsheimer seconded the motion. Mayor Pro Tem Lay stated in response to Councilmember Black's
concern relative to running deficits that in the long term the City cannot run a deficit beyond a two to three
year period; but based on the City's current level of reserves it is appropriate in the next couple of years to
utilize those reserves to maintain the service levels to the residents. He stated that the reserves were built up
for this purpose. Councilmember Heinsheimer noted that revenues are cyclical and the City should not make
reductions that will make it ill-equipped to respond to the workload when the economy rebounds. Following
further discussion, the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Hill, Heinsheimer, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Pernell.
NOES: Councilmember Black.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF PARTICIPATION IN THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ENERGY
PROGRAM (LACEP).
City Manager Dahlerbruch presented the staff report recommending that the City Council adopt a resolution
authorizing the City's participation in the Los Angles County Energy Program (LACEP). He stated that the
program was established by the County of Los Angeles and if a City adopts a resolution authorizing
participation in the program, residents of the City can voluntarily participate in a loan program offered by the
County for energy retrofits. He stated that there is no cost to the City for participation in the program.
Marilyn Lyons of the South Bay Environmental Services Center stated that the program offers an
opportunity for residents to do energy efficiency, water efficiency and solar projects; and have the projects
financed through the County and repaid via their property tax bill. She noted also that the loan stays with the
property. She stated that this program removes one of the largest barriers to people doing energy upgrades.
Following brief discussion, Councilmember Heinsheimer moved the City Council adopt Resolution No.
1086 consenting to inclusion of the properties within the incorporated area of the City in the Los Angeles
County Energy Program to finance energy and water efficiency improvements. Councilmember Lay
seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
Marvin Jackmon with Southern California Edison presented information pertaining to the Edison
SmartConnect program whereby Edison is installing smart meters throughout the South Bay.
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MATTERS FROM MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
None.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
POPPY TRAIL LANDSLIDE REMEDIATION PROJECT UPDATE (ORAL).
City Manager Dahlerbruch updated the City Council regarding the Poppy Trail landslide remediation project.
He reviewed two maps, the first showing the property as it exists today and the second, a concept plan
showing a two -lot configuration for the subdivision. He then discussed the subdivision process and requested
that City Council designate a representative from the City Council to communicate with the affected
residents along with City staff and the RHCA. He then reviewed the tentative time schedule for the project
based on the requirements of the settlement agreement.
JOHNS CANYON SEWER FEASIBILITY STUDY PROJECT UPDATE (ORAL).
Councilmember Heinsheimer recused himself from discussion on this topic stepping away from the dais and
taking a seat in the audience. City Manager Dahlerbruch updated the City Council on the status of the Johns
Canyon Sewer project. He reviewed the results of the resident commissioned capacity/flow study showing
several options for a sewer mainline extension should the residents decide to proceed. He identified the
"sewer shed" that encompasses the Johns Canyon residents and the residents along Crest Road from Johns
Canyon Road east to the fire station. He stated that if the City has an interest in pursuing a sewer project, an
option might be the formation of a sewer assessment district.
Following discussion, staff was directed to consult with experts relative to the options for a sewer project and
the formation of a sewer assessment district and return back to the City Council with a report when more
information is available. Councilmember Heinsheimer returned to the dais.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
No closed session was held.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Pernell adjourned the meeting at 9:10 p.m. in
memory of long time resident, Bert Balch. The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled to be
held on Monday, June 28, 2010 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2
Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Heidi Luce
Deputy City Clerk
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