6/10/2013MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor Hill at
7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Black, Dieringer, Pieper, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Hill.
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Others Present: Steve Burrell, Interim City Manager.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director.
Heidi Luce, Deputy City Clerk.
Judith Mitchell, Mayor Pro Tem, Rolling Hills Estates.
Jacki Bacharach, Executive Director, SBCCOG.
Kathleen McGowan, Geosyntec Consultants.
Chris Wessel, Geosyntec Consultants.
Terry Reiter, 6 Saddleback Road.
Dr: Georgia Bode, 21 Portuguese Bend 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 13, 2013.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
B. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Financial Statement for the Month of April, 2013.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
D. Allied Recycling Tonnage Report for April, 2013.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
E. Consideration of an agreement with Executive -Suite Services, Inc. for City Hall custodial
services.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
F. County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures
FY 2013/14 Agreement for pest control services.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
G. City Council Finance/Budget Committee meeting notes of May 14, 2013.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
H. City Council Solid Waste/Recycling Committee meeting notes of May 14, 2013.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
I. City Council City Manager Recruitment Ad Hoc Committee meeting notes of May 29,
2013.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
Councilmember Black moved that the City Council approve the items on the consent calendar as
presented. Mayor Pro Tem Lay seconded the motion, which carried without objection.
Recognizing that Judith Mitchell and Jacki Bacharach were present and wishing to address the City
Council, Mayor Hill stated that without objection, he would take comments from Ms. Mitchell and Ms.
Bacharach. Hearing no objection, he asked for their comments.
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Judith Mitchell, Mayor Pro Tem, Rolling Hills Estates gave a presentation to the City Council on behalf
of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) regarding the value and benefits of
membership in the SBCCOG and to urge the City Council to continue its membership.
Mayor Hill asked for questions from the City Council. In response to Councilmember Black, Jacki
Bacharach sated that dues have remained the same at $3,500 for 10 years and it is the assessment for
Climate Action Planning that has varied with it actually going down over the last couple of years.
COMMISSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-07. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO
CONSTRUCT AN ABOVE GRADE DECK AND TO RECONSTRUCT AN EXISTING DECK
IN ZONING CASE NO. 838 AT 3 CHUCKWAGON ROAD, (LOT 40 -EF) (LIU). THE
PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT
TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed
the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 838 at 3 Chuckwagon Road. She stated that the applicant is
requesting a Site Plan Review to construct a 1,289 sq. ft. above grade deck and to reconstruct an existing
deck. She stated that the applicant is also proposing to construct a pool and small addition to the
residence which can be approved by staff over-the-counter. She stated that the proposed deck meets all
of the development requirements and the project was approved by the Planning Commission with
conditions that any further development be brought back to the Planning Commission for review and
that a landscaping plan to show screening of the pylons be provided.
Councilmember Black moved that the City Council receive and file Planning Commission Resolution
No. 2013-07 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 838 at 3 Chuckwagon
Road. Mayor Pro Tem Lay seconded the motion, which carried without objection.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-08. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE WITH COVERED PORCH AND A CORRAL AND
GRANTING A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH A PORTION OF THE CORRAL
FURTHER INTO THE REAR SETBACK THAN PERMITTED IN ZONING CASE NO. 835
AT 0 CHESTNUT LANE, (LOT 241-A-1MS), (TAKAHASHI). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN
DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed
the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 835 at 0 Chestnut Lane. She stated that the applicant is
requesting Conditional Use Permit to construct a stable and Variance for a portion of the corral to
encroach further in to the rear setback than allowed. She reviewed the setbacks noting that the stable
does not encroach however, the corral does. She stated that proposed stable meets the requirements for
a CUP for a stable and the stable and corral are proposed in the area originally set aside for the stable
and corral when the property was developed.
In response to Councilmember Dieringer regarding the size of the corral, Planning Director Schwartz
stated that the Community Association asked that the applicant construct a larger corral given the size of
the stable. She commented that the Planning Commission felt that the encroachment was acceptable
because it was open space that encroaches versus a structure and does not require grading.
In response to Councilmember Black regarding the grooming area and access to the stable, the
applicant's representative, Matt Jones stated that access to the grooming area is through the stall gates
and access to the stalls is through the exterior doors on the front of the stable as well as through the side
of the stable - through the grooming area.
Following brief discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Lay moved that the City Council receive and file Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2013-08 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No.
835 at 0 Chestnut Lane. Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion, which carried without objection.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2013-09. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE'WITH "COVERED PORCH AND A CORRAL IN ZONING
CASE NO. 836, AT 3 MEADOWLARK LANE, (LOT 19-RH) (DE LA TORRE). THE
PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT
TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Councilmember Pieper recused. himself from consideration of this case due to the proximity of his
property to the subject property. Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments.
Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 836 at 3 Meadowlark
Lane. She stated that the applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to construct a two-story stable
on a property where the requirement for a stable was previously waived and the stable is proposed to be
located in the area previously approved for a swimming pool. She stated that the Planning Commission
approved the request with conditions that any further development be brought back to the Planning
Commission for review, that access to the stable be modified and that a landscaping plan be provided to
show landscaping on the slope between the residence and the stable. She further stated that the applicant
is also proposing to construct a swimming pool on the same pad as the house.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Lay, Planning Director Schwartz stated that the pool is 29 ft. from the
stable and there is a 2:1 slope between the two.
Following brief discussion concerning the vicinity map, Councilmember Dieringer moved that the City
Council receive and file Planning Commission Resolution No. 2013-09 granting approval of the
applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 836 at 3 Meadowlark Lane. Councilmember Black seconded the
motion, which carried without objection.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-10. 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 NEW RESIDENCE AND A VARIANCE TO
ENCROACH WITH A PORTION OF THE RESIDENCE INTO THE FRONT YARD
SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 830, AT 6 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 22-RH),
(CHANG). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT
PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
AND CONSIDERATION OF A NEW DRIVEWAY APPROACH AT 6 PORTUGUESE
BEND ROAD.
Councilmember Pieper recused himself from consideration of this case due to the proximity of his
property to the subject property. Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments.
Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 830 at 6 Portuguese
Bend Road. She stated that the applicant is requesting a Site Plan Review for grading and construction
of a new residence and a Variance for the residence to encroach into the front yard setback. She
reviewed the setbacks and layout of the property including the proposed driveway which she stated was
reviewed by the Traffic Commission and recommended for approval. She commented that the applicant
is proposing to demolish the existing house which encroached into the frontyard setback and the new
house is proposed to also encroach into the front yard setback but will encroach less than the previous
house. She further stated that the applicant worked with the Planning Commission for several months
and made several revisions to the proposal to address the Planning Commissions concerns regarding
size, mass and visibility from Portuguese Bend Road ultimately resulting in this proposal. She stated
that one neighbor expressed concern at the beginning of the project, but has since been satisfied with the
proposed changes that addressed their original concern. She further stated that the Planning
Commission approved this project with conditions that the project be screened from view from
Portuguese Bend Road, that a landscaping bond be provided and that any further development be
brought back to the Planning Commission for review.
Councilmember Dieringer expressed her wish to discuss the case further. City Attorney Jenkins
commented that only limited discussion is allowed unless the City Council takes the case under
jurisdiction and schedules a public hearing to consider the case. Mayor Pro Tem Lay commented that he
feels that since the applicant went through several modifications of the plan, he is comfortable with the
Planning Commission's decision to approve the proposal but it has been the Council's practice to take
cases under jurisdiction when one Councilmember wants to do so.
Following brief discussion, Councilmember Dieringer moved that the City Council take Zoning Case
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No. 830 at 6 Portuguese Bend Road under jurisdiction for further review. Mayor Pro Tem Lay seconded
the motion, which carried without objection. The Public Hearing for consideration of this case was
scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. to take place at 6 Portuguese Bend Road.
Recognizing that is was after 8:00 p.m., Mayor Hill called for public comment on the Open Agenda
items. Councilmember Pieper returned to the dais.
OPEN AGENDA - APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT WELCOME
Dr. Georgia Bode, 21 Portuguese Bend Road addressed the City Council regarding development cases
expressing concern that it is her understanding that it has taken over three years to obtain approval for a
particular project and stating that she feels that is unacceptable.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
AN APPEAL OF A DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION IN ZONING CASE NO.
747 MODIFICATION FILED BY MR. TERRY REITER, TO CONSTRUCT 300 SQUARE
FOOT ADDITION TO THE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED 2,000 SQUARE FOOT GARAGE
AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, ROLLING HILLS. THE PROJECT HAS BEEN
DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFRONIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Councilmember Pieper recused himself from consideration of this case due to the proximity of his
property to the subject property. Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments.
Planning Director Schwartz stated that this is an appeal by the applicant of a Planning Commission
decision to partially approve and partially deny the applicant's request for modification of a previously
approved project where the applicant requested approval of an as built 300 sq. ft. addition to the
previously approved garage. She stated that the Planning Commission approved the 145 sq. ft. addition
in the length of the garage, but denied the request for the addition to the front of the garage which was
originally approved at 24 ft. in depth.
Planning Director Schwartz stated that staff has prepared three Resolutions for the City Council's
consideration: a Resolution to approve the entire 300 sq. ft. addition; a Resolution to deny the entire 300
sq. ft. addition; and a Resolution to uphold the Planning Commission's decision to approve the side
addition but not the front addition.
Mayor Hill called for public comment.
Terry Reiter, 6 Saddleback Road addressed the City Council stating that one of the garages is too short
to put a vehicle in because it is only 17 ft. and needs to be at least 20 ft. He asked that the City Council
approve his request as submitted for the entire addition so that he can move forward with the project.
Hearing no further public comment, Mayor Hill closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Lay stated that he feels that the Planning Commission did a good job in their
consideration of this case and he supports their decision to partially approve and partially deny the
project. Councilmember Dieringer concurred.
Mayor Pro Tem Lay moved that the City Council adopt a Resolution to uphold the Planning
Commission decision to approve the side addition and to deny the front addition. Councilmember
Dieringer seconded the motion.
Councilmember Black commented that he doesn't like the addition architecturally, but he wouldn't be
opposed to approving the entire addition. Mayor Hill concurred with Councilmember Black.
Discussion ensued concerning the fact that the addition was built without approval. City Attorney
Jenkins commented that the City Council can approve an as built condition as long as the applicable
findings are made and if necessary, other steps can be taken to address any violations that occurred. He
stated that this application should be judged on its merits and whether approved or denied, the applicable
findings must be made.
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Recognizing that the applicant wished to address the City Council, Mayor Hill re -opened the public
hearing.
Mr. Reiter addressed the City Council commeriting thathe was told to go ahead an build what he wanted
and he would receive an as built approval. He further commented that he feels the City Council is using
selective enforcement and suggested that Councilmember Dieringer recuse herself from consideration of
this case because she did not visit the site.
Dr. Bode addressed the City Council to ask why the Planning Commission would approve a structure
that wasn't deep enough to accommodate a car.
Mayor Pro Tem Lay commented that what was approved could accommodate a car and the applicant
chose to build something different. Mayor .Hill commented that according to Planning Director
Schwartz, the garage was approved at 20' in depth. . Mr. Reiter commented that the garage is only 17' in
depth and will not accommodate a car.
City Attorney Jenkins clarified his earlier comment stating that it may have been misinterpreted. He
stated that the City Council's decision should be based on the correct considerations which are whether
or not the City Council believes this is a compatible and appropriate project. He further clarified that
the City Council is not using its enforcement powers in this case and as such is not using "selective
enforcement" as implied earlier. He also stated that there is no legal requirement that the City Council
visit the site and as such there is no reason for Councilmember Dieringer to recuse herself from
consideration of this case as suggested by the applicant. He commented that she has a copy of the plans
and has reviewed the record in this case and is eligible to participate. He further suggested that the City
Council review the findings in Paragraphs A and C of Section 6 of the Resolution and confirm that it can
make those findings.
Mayor Pro Tem Lay called the question. The motion did not carry by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Dieringer and Mayor Pro Tem Lay.
NOES: Councilmember Black and Mayor Hill.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: Councilmember Pieper (recused).
Following further discussion, the Public Hearing was continued to a Field Trip scheduled for Monday,
June 24, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. Staff was directed to verify the original depth approved.
Councilmember Pieper returned to the dais.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 1145 ADOPTING THE 2013/14 FISCAL YEAR
BUDGET AND RESOLUTION NO. 1146 ESTABLISHING THE ANNUAL
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS.
RESOLUTION NO. 1145: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING THE FY 2013-14 CITY OF ROLLING HILLS BUDGET
INCLUDING THE ANNUAL REPORT ON: GENERAL FUND; COMMUNITY FACILITIES
FUND; MUNICIPAL SELF INSURANCE FUND; OPEB 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 2012-13.
Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Interim City Manager Burrell presented
the proposed FY 2013-14 Annual Budget commenting that it is basically a status quo budget. He
reviewed some of the proposed items that are not status quo items including: updating the City's
Housing Element; updating the City's Hazard Mitigation Plan; building code amendments; records
retention and digitization; and stormwater management. He commented that the budget as currently
proposed does not include funding for membership in the South Bay Cities Council of Governments
(SBCCOG) and should the City Council wish to fund that item, a specific motion should be made to do
SO.
Finance Director Shea reviewed the budget stating that the budget presented for consideration is a
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balanced budget with surplus just under $2,000. He commented that if the City Council wishes to fund
SBCCOG membership it can be done by reducing the contingency which was increased from $10,000 to
$20,000 in the proposed budget and would still result in a balanced budget. He stated that General Fund
Revenues are projected at $1,506,550 with $1,491,020 in proposed expenditures with net transfers in
and out $13,600. He reviewed the proposed budget compared to previous years; as well as the General
Fund expenditure summaries including: City Administration, Contractual Services, Planning &
Development and Law Enforcement. He further commented that a fund balance reserve of $3,115,000
is projected which represents two year's budget in reserve.
In response to Councilmember Dieringer's inquiry regarding the savings that could be achieved if a
lower City Manager salary is considered, Interim City Manager Burrell stated that it could save
approximately $45,000. Mayor Pro Tem Lay commented that the proposed budged already includes a
reduction in the auto allowance and deferred compensation. Then, Finance Director Shea reviewed the
chart showing the historical revenue and expenditure trends.
In response to Councilmember Dieringer's question regarding the appropriation limit being less than the
proposed budget, Finance Director Shea stated that the appropriations limit is set by statute based on the
growth factors of population and net income and sets the maximum expenditures that can be spent using
tax dollars.
Councilmember Pieper suggested that the budget be provided to the public in a simple, top line/bottom
line format and that the trend chart also be provided to the public.
Following brief discussion, Councilmember Dieringer moved that the City Council adopt Resolution
No. 1145 adopting the FY 2013-14 annual budget as amended to include funding in the amount of
$3,500 for SBCCOG membership. Mayor Pro Tem Lay seconded the motion.
Discussion ensued concerning the value of membership in the SBCCOG with Mayor Pro Tem Lay,
Councilmember Black and Mayor Hill commenting that historically, they haven't seen value in the
membership and much of what the SBCCOG does seems duplicative. Councilmember Black suggested
that the new Councilmembers split the time attending the meetings. Councilmember Pieper commented
that he doesn't wish to participate in the meetings but he would support Councilmember Dieringer's
interest in attending the meetings. Councilmember Dieringer stated that as the delegate to SBCCOG,
she is willing to attend the meetings over the next year and report back to the Council.
Following brief discussion, Mayor Hill called for a vote and the motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Black, Dieringer, Pieper, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Hill.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 1146: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS ESTABLISHING THE 2013-14 FISCAL YEAR APPROPRIATION LIMIT
FOR THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS.
Councilmember Dieringer moved that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 1146 establishing the FY
2013-14 appropriation limit. Mayor Pro Tem Lay seconded the motion, which carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Black, Dieringer, Pieper, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Hill.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
OLD BUSINESS
None
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NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 334 . - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
AMENDING IN I.TS ENTIRETYCHAPTER 8,.32 OF TITLE 8 OF THE ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING "STORM -WATER MANAGEMENT AND POLLUTION
CONTROL.
Mayor Hill introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz presented
the staff report stating that the proposed Ordinance is a result of the updated requirements to be in
compliance with the new MS4 Permit adopted by, the Regional Water Quality Control Board as required
by the Federal Clean Water Act. She stated that the amended Ordinance incorporated the required Low
Impact Development (LID) standards and requires that all projects be incompliance with the new rules
and regulations including projects that require discretionary review as well as those that are approved by
staff over-the-counter.. She stated that staff recommends that the City Council introduce the Ordinance
for first reading by title only, take public comment and schedule the second reading of the Ordinance.
She stated that the City Council is also asked to review the draft letter of intent to participate with the
other Peninsula cities in preparation of a Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Plan to comply with the
pollutant monitoring requirements and authorize the City Manager to sign the letter. Planning Director
Schwartz further reviewed some of the requirements included in the Ordinance and stated that the
Ordinance includes all the definitions, language and requirements from the NPDES permit.
Kathleen McGowan, Geosyntec Consultants addressed the City Council stating that in preparing the
Ordinance, they have attempted to eliminate the ambiguity and lack of clarity that exists in the MS4
permit so that the City's Ordinance would be easier to implement and explain.
In response to Councilmember Black's inquiry if this is the same as what the County will require so that
when enforcing the Ordinance the rules are the same, Ms. McGowan, stated that County will be revising
their Ordinance; but the City's Ordinance, which must be adopted by the end of June, is written so that it
meets the MS4 permit requirements and should not be in conflict with the County Ordinance which will
also have to meet the same requirements.
Following staff's presentation and brief discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Lay moved that the City Council
introduce Ordinance No. 334 for first reading by title only, waive full reading of the ordinance and
schedule the second reading for June 24, 2013; and that the City Council authorize the Interim City
Manager to sign a letter of intent to participate in the Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program
(CIMP) with the Peninsula cities. Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion.
Mayor Hill called for public comment. Hearing none, Mayor Hill called for a vote. The motion carried
by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Councilmembers Black, Dieringer, Pieper, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Hill.
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Mayor Hill stated the Personnel Committee conducted interviews with six candidates for the Planning
Commission on June 3, 2013 and all of the candidates were well qualified but the Committee
recommends the appointment of Michael Gray. Councilmember Pieper concurred that all of the
candidates were well qualified. Mayor Pro Tem Lay commented that he has had interaction with Mr.
Gray and feels that he will be a good addition to the Planning Commission. Councilmember Dieringer
asked if the Committee feels that Mr. Gray will keep the Rolling Hills way of life intact; to which
Councilmember Pieper responded that he feels Mr. Gray is capable of making the necessary decisions to
maintain the character of the community and has the ability to work within the group.
Councilmember Black recused himself from consideration of this item because his father is one of the
candidates.
Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Council accept the Personnel Committee's recommendation
to appoint Michael Gray to the Planning Commission. Mayor Pro Tem Lay seconded the motion which
carried by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Councilmembers Dieringer, Pieper, Mayor Pro Tem Lay and Mayor Hill.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: Black (recused).
MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS
Councilmember Black asked that staff provide background information and agendize a discussion on
tree heights.
Councilmember Dieringer asked that staff agendize a discussion on earlier distribution of the meeting
agenda packets. Staff responded that the matter is scheduled for the City Council meeting on July 8,
2013.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
None
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
Mayor Hill called for comments on the Closed Session agenda. Hearing none, the City Council recessed
into closed session at 10:15 p.m. to discuss the matters listed below.
CLOSED SESSION
Government Code §54957 Government Code §54957.6
Public Employment Conference with Labor Negotiator
Title: City Manager City representative: Interim City Manager
Unrepresented employee: City Manager
The City Council recessed into closed session at 10:15 p.m. to discuss the matters listed above on the
closed session agenda. The meeting returned to open session at 10:44 p.m.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTIONS FROM CLOSED SESSION (ORAL REPORT).
Following the closed session City Attorney Jenkins reported in open session that the City Council
discussed the items listed above and no reportable action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Hill adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m. to
an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2013 for the purpose
of conducting field trips to 6 Saddleback Road at 6:00 p.m. and 6 Portuguese Bend Road at 6:30 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled to be held on Monday, June 24, 2013
beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling
Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Luce
Deputy City Clerk
Approved,
Fra&EHl
Mayor
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