07-13-15 MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
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CITY OF R�LLING I�LS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY,JULY 13,2015
CALL TO ORDER
A regt�ar meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called ta order by Mayar Pieper
at 730 p.m. in the City CounciI Chamber at Ci�y Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills,
California.
ROLL CALL
Councilrnembers Present: Black, Dieringer, Mirsch, Wilson and Mayor Pieper.
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Others Present: Raymond R. Craz, City Manager.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director.
Heidi Luce, City Clerk.
Kathleen McGowan,McGowan Consulting, LLC.
Dennis Jin,Ygrene Energy.
Captain Blaine Bolin, LA County Sherif�s Dept., Lomita.Station.
Detective Mark Moffett, LA County Sheriff 5 Dept., Lomita Station.
Chief Buddy Goldman, LA County Sheriff s Dept.
Kirt Behera, 12 Ringbit Road East.
Dan Klerman, 7 Southfield Drive.
Vickey Debrowski, 10 Southfield Drive.
Jim Aichele, �4 Crest Road West.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters which may be acted upon by the City Council in � single motion. Any Councilmember may
request removal of any i#em from the Consent Calendar causing it to be considered under CounciI
Actions.
A. Minutes - (1) Adjouxned Regular Meetirig (Field Trip) of June 22, 2015 and (2) R�gular
Meeting of June 22,ZO15.
REC011�1�NDATION: Approve as presented.
B. Payment of Bills.
RECOMIV�NDATION: Approve as presented.
C. Caunty of Los Ange�es Department of Animal Care and Control FY 2015/16 �ervice
Level Request.
RECONIlI�NDATION; Approve as prese�ted.
Councilmernber Black moved tha# the City Council approve #lZe items on the consent calendar as
presented. Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer seconded the motion,which carried without objection.
CONIINIISSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-14. A RESOLUTION OF 'THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HII..LS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A STTE PLAN REVIEW FOR
GRADIlVG, SWINIlI�ING POOL WITH A SPA, ABOVE GRADE DECK, AND A
RETAINING WALL; AND VARIANCES TO ENCROACH WITH A PORTION OF THE
POOL, ON GRADE DECK AND RETAIlVING WALLS INT4 THE SJDE YARD SETBACK,
IlV ZOTVING CASE NO. 882 AT G3 CREST ROAD EAST, (LOT 74B-2-MS), {RITTER}. THE
PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT
TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT(CEQA).
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Mayor Pieper introduced tlxe item and asked far staf�s comments. Planning Directar Schwartz reviewed
the applicant's request to reconstruct an existing swimming pool and deck at 63 Crest Road East. She
stated that orig�nally there was an over the counter approvai granted to reconstruct the pool within the
existing footprint but during construction, the applicant decided they wanted to enlarge the pool and
deck and began grading. When this was brought to the City attention, the work was stopped and the
applicant submitted and application for Site Pian Review and Variance. She stated that a partion of the
decking is above grade and a portion of the pool and a portion af�he on grade decking encraaches into
�he side yard setback. She further re�viewed the applicant's request stating that 300 sq. ft. of the pool
consists of a shallow beach type entrance. She stated that the Planning Commission approved this
application and na residents expressed opposition to the project. She reviewed the development
standards stating that�he structural lot coverage and the total lot coverage and disturbance are all within
the requirements of the code noting that the pad caverage is over 100% but it is all open space with a
tennis court ar�d swimm�ng poo1.
In response to Councilmember Black regarding the cabana that was approved in 2002, Planning Director
Schwartz stated that there is still room to locate it where it was originally proposed.
In respanse to Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer regarding what were the extraordinary circumstances or
conditions applicable to this property that the Planning Commission faund for granting the Variance,
Planning Director Schwarkz stat�d that the findings are included in the Resolution and the Planning
Commission felt that a Variance was vvarranted because the area was so narrow and it is a better location
that an area that would have to be graded and the encroachmernt was minimal based on the size of the
property and there are others similar in the vicinity. City Attorney Jerikins stated that the factual finding
is on page 12 of the Resolution and that finding satisfies the City's Zoning Code.
Councilmember Mirsch stated that she �isited the site during the Planning Commission's field trip.
Following discussion, Counciimember Black moved that the City Council receive and file Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2015-14 approving the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 882 at b3
Crest Road East. Council�nember Mirsch seconded the rnotion, which carried with Mayor Pro Tern
Dieringer opposed based on the record.
PUBLC HEARINGS
None
OLD BUSINESS 1 C�NTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS
THE PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING CASE NO. 862 AT 40 EASTFIELD DRIVE
WILL BE CONTINUED T� JULY 27, 2015 AT WHICFI TIlVIE THE FOLLOWING
WII.L BE AGENDIZED: C�NTINUANCE OF 'THE PUBLIC HEARING iN ZONING
CASE NO. 862, FURTHER CONSIDER.ATION OF A REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW
FOR ADDITIONAL GRADING AND MODIFICATION TO BASEMENT ACCESS AND A
VARTANCE TO RECONSTRUCT THE REAR SLOPES THAT WOULD BE STEEPER
THAN THE PERMITTED SLOPES {"DEFERRED ITEMS") IN ZONING CASE
NO. 862 AT 40 EASTFYELD DRIVE (L�T 91-EF), ROLLIlVG HII.LS, CA (T�NSICI�. THE
PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT(CEQA).
At the request of the applicant,consideration af#his item was continued to July 27, 2015.
THE PiTBLIC HEARING ON ZONING CASE NO. 869, SUBDIVISION NO. 94,
VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 72775, W�LL BE CONTINUED TO JULY
27, 2Q1S AT WHICH TII1�IE THE FOLLOWING VVII.L BE AGENDiZED: ZONING
CASE N0. 869 SUBDIVISI�N NO. 94 VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
72775,A REQUEST TO SUBDNIDE AN EXISTING LOT TOTALING 7A5 ACRES GROSS
INTO 2 PARCELS OF LAND AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1: 3.70 GROSS ACRES, 3.0 NET
ACRES; PARCEL 2: 3.34 GROSS ACRES, 2.67 NET ACRES. THE PROPERT'Y IS
CURRENTLY VACANT AND IS KNOWN AS 23 CREST ROAD EAST, (LOT 32-A-MS),
PARCEL NO.: 7567-011-020 IN T'I-� RA-S-2 ZONE, RE�IDENTIAL AGRICULTLTRAL-
SUBURBAN 2-ACRE MII�TIMUM NET LOT AREA, TO BE �MPLEMENTED BY MR. JIlvI
HYNES.
At the request of the applicant, consideration of this item was continued to July 27, 2015.
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NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF A JOINT RESOLUTION BETWEEN THE BOARD OF
SUPERVIS4RS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, THE C�TY OF ROLLING HILLS
AND SURR�UNDING GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES APPROVING AND ACCEPTING
THE NEGOTIATED EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY TAX REVENUE RESULTING FROM
THE REORGA1�lIZATION OF TERRITORY THAT WOULD CONSIST OF SPHERE OF
IlVFLUENCE AMENDMENTS, DETACHMENT OF TERRITORY, AND ANNEXATION OF
TER.RITORY.
Mayor Pieper introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. City Manager Cruz reviewed the
histary of this matter stating that the pmceedings fox a reoxganizarion of the bounc�aries between Rancho
Palas Verdes,Rolling Hills Estates and Rolling Hills was initiated in 20i3 when it was discovered that a
partion of public right of way along Crenshaw Blvd. was in the City of Rolling Hills. He stated that
LAFCO has conducted the necessary research to make this change and the matter is back before the City
Council to approve a joint resolution, which wi11 sul�sequently be forwarded ta and approved by the
other agencies affected.
In response to Cauncilrnernber Black regarding praperty t� revenue, City Attorney Jenkins stated that
this area is public right of way and if there is any revenue it is very minimal.
Mayor Pieper calied for public comment. Hearing none, he asked for comments from the City Council.
Councilmember Black moved �that the City Council approve the J'oint Resolution approving and
accepting the nego�iated e�change of property ta�r revenue resulting from a reorganiza.tian of territory.
Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer seconded the motion,which carried without object�on.
CONSIDERATION OF AN AWARD OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AND MCGOWAN C�NSULTING LLC FOR
SERVICES PERTAINING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LA MUNICIPAL
SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM(MS4)PERMIT,
Mayor Pieper intraduced the �tem and asked for staf�s comments. Pianning Director Schwartz stated
that it is requested that the Ciry Council award a three�year cantract to McGowan Cons�xlting LLC for
implexnentatian of the requirements of the Clean Water Act. The cost o�the contract is $35,850 �ar FY
2415-16; $39,468 for FY 201b-17; and $39,468 for FY 2017-18. She stated that since 20d3, Kathleen
McGowan has been serving the City as its consultant to implement the mandates of the Clean Water Act
and through the years, she has worked as a independent consultant as we11 as with a larger fir�n,
Geosyntec Consulfants with whom the City is in the last year of a#hree year agreement. She stated that
the current agreement allow the City ta terminate the agreement with seven days notice. She further
stated the Ms. McGowan recently left Geosyntec Consultants and will once again act as ax� independent
consultant and has pro�ided a proposal for these services, which for the first year will be $7,000 iess
than the Geosyntec Consultants agreement. She noted that Ms. McGowan also provides these services to
�he cities of Hermosa Beach, Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills Estates and Rancho Palos Verdes and
those cities are also cor�sidering to re#ain Ms. McGowan. She stated tha�staff recommends that the City
retain McGowan Consulting LLC given that Ms. McGawan has served the City since 2003;that she a�so
serves the neighboring cities and she is very familiar with this community and she has been instrt�mental
in working on behalf of the City before the Regional Water Quality Control Boaxd to demonstrate the
unique characteristics of the City.
In response to Councilmember Black, Ms. Schwa.rtz stated the Geosyntec Consultants was not asked to
rebid these services. City Manager Cruz stated that because af her knowledge and experience, sta.ff felt
that awarding the contract to Ms. McGowan would save the City money. City Attorney Jenkins s�ated
that Ms. McGowan has been the point person and is the most knowledgeable about City of Rolling Hills
issues related to stormwater management.
Councitmember Black asked why responding to Regional Board staff request for information with
respect to exceedences of TNIDL objectives or receiving water standards/limits is excluded from the
scope of work. Ms. McGowan explained that these types of requests for in#'ormation typically require a
Iengthy response but are seldom required. In response to Councilmember Black, Ms McGowan stated
that this could be included in the scope, but it would require more hours and wauld increase the cost of
the contract. Councilmember Black suggested that the contract also include a requirement that Ms.
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McGowan provide an annual recommendation for a minimum of one specific improvement to the City's
stormwater management system to improve the environment. Ms. McGowan agreed that such a
deliverable could be added to i�he agreement as a deli�erable in Subtask 1 and worded as follows:
Include at least one specific recommexidation per year for City improvexnents in stormwater
management, complete with location and illustrations as is appropriate.
Mayor Pieper called for public comment. Hearing none, he asked for further corr�ments from the City
Council.
Councilmember Black moved that the City Council approve the professional services agi�eement with
McGowan Consulting LLC for services pertaining to implementation of the MS4 permit and authorixe
the City Manager to execute the agreement wi�t the scope of work amended as discussed. Mayor Pro
Tem Dieringer seconded the motion,which carried without objection.
OPEN AGENDA-APPROXIMATELY 8:00 P.M, -PUELIC COMMENT WELCOME
Dennis Jin, Ygrene Energy addressed the City Council ta introduce Ygrene Energy as a Property
Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) provider and to enco�xrage the City Council to adopt a Resolution to
bring Ygrene Energy into the community a PACE pro�ider.
Mayor Pieper stated that if there are no objection l OB regarding Suppiemental Traffic Enforcement and
Itern l OC regarding Residential Burglaries will be taken out of order with the Burglary item being taken
first. Hearing none,he so ordered.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
STATUS REPORT FROM SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT ON IT5 INVESTIGATIONS
CONCERNING RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES AND DISCUSSION CONCERNING THE
CREATION OF A CITY COUNCII,AD HOC CONIlVIITTEE ON BURGLARIES.
Mayor Pieper introduced the item and asked for s�aff s comments. City Manager Cruz reviewed the
staff report stating tha,t the City has had 16 burglaries since December 2013, prirnarily in the area of
Sauthfield Drive. He stated that this area has been victimized by burglaries going back to 2008 and the
Sherriff's Dept. has dedicated resaurces to attempt to solve these crimes including: extra pa#rols;
undercover and surveillance operations; equestrian patrol; brining in crime uni�s to ar�alyze the
burglaries; impro�ed efficiency in the fmgerprinting p�ocess; and home vacation checks but has been
unab�e to sol�e these crimes. He stated that Lomita Sl�eriff's Station Captain B�ain Balin and Sauth
Patrol Division Chief Buddy Goldman are present tonight with their staff to address the City Council
and community. He stated that at the end of the report, the City Council should decide if it wants to
create a burglary ad hoc committee.
Captain Blaine Bolin pro�ided a brief history on crime in the City since 2012 stating that the SherifPs
Dept. has allocated resources to solve these crimes and the Surveillance and Apprehension Team {SAT)
which is four detectives and a Sergeant, was instrumental in making an arrest in 2012 when the mail
theft crimes occurred. He introduced Sgt. Mark Moffett who is the SAT Sergeant.
Sgt. Moffe�t stated that from 20Q8-2015 Rolling Hiils has ha.d 46 residential burglaries and the common
MO was forced entry through the rear slider with small items,jewelry and cash being stolen and there
was little e�idence left at most of the crime scenes. He stated that since January 2014 to present all of
the burglaries have occ�.ured Monday th�ough Friday between 8am and 4prn and most of those
burglaries are occurring in the area of Southfield between Crest Road and Packsaddle Road. Sg#. Ma�fett
reviewed the evidence and theories that tl�e SAT is currently pursuing. He also pro�ided history and
details on the past and current investigations.
In response to Mayor Pieper regarding what could be done to prevent the crimes, Sgt. Moffett stated that
the targets need to be hardened which means locking doors, reporting suspicious activity and having
video good at the rear of the house. He commented tha� pole cameras rnay be helpful. Cap�ain Bolin
stated#hat he is working with Mr. Cruz to locate a power source so that pole cameras can be installed in
strategic locations and Chief Goldman has authorized the installation of additional trail cameras. He
stated that the key is deterrence, for example having a working alarm and increasing the Volzxntee�rs on
Patrol program.
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Mayor Pieper stated that the City Council is willing to help pravide resources if necessary, but the
Sheriff's Dept. needs to let the City know what resources are needed.
Councilmember Mirsch suggested that the City Counci] �orm an ad hoc committee to discuss and
bxainstorm these issues including increasing the Valunteers on Patrol. She further sugges#ed that the ad
hoc committee work with the Rolling Hills Community Association.
In response to Mayor Pro Dieringer, Sgt. Moffett stated that it would be helpful to have identifying
infarmatiQn on all af the individuals entering the City. Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer suggested that the
Sheriff's Dept. hold an informatianal meeting regarding what type of suspicious activity to look for and
providing residents with informatian an camera recording systems.
Chief Buddy Goldman addressed the City Council stating that as Mayor Pieper stated, pre�entior� and
intervention is important b�xt enforcernent is i�nportant as well. He stated tl�e he wo�ald make information
about cameras avai�able to the Lomita Station for disseminating to residents. He suggested that signage
statang that�he area is under video surveillance may also be useful.
Councilmember Mirsch expressed appreciation the Sheriff s Dept. personnel far their diligence in
investigating the burglary that occurred at her home in July 2014.
Chief Goldman commented that same cites have an Ordinance requiring that the names of ali workers be
provided far all construction pro�ects.
City Manager Cruz recagnized Marcia Gold the City's Lead Block Captain who is in the audience and
stated that she just updated the flyer on "Hardening Yaur Home" and it is available at City Hall and on
#he City's web site.
Mayor Pieper called for public comment.
Kirt Behera, 12 Ringbit Road East addressed the City Council regarding the recent burgIary at his home.
He stated that a safe was sto�en along with videa surveillance tapes. He stated that he requested vacatian
check while he was away and expressed concern that those cl�ecks did not happen.
In response to Mr. Behera, Chief Goldman sta,ted that the Sheriff s Dept. can make Fume Alert cameras
which detect movement, available to residents when they are on vacation and there will be absolutely no
one at the home.
Dan Klerman, 7 Southfield Drive addressed the City sta�ing that his house has been burglarized twice in
the last two years and his experience w�ith the Sherif�s Dept. was not consistent with what the Sheriff's
Dept. reported today and he does not feel he received professional service from the Sheriff's Dept.
Vickey Debrowski, 10 Southfield Drive addressed the City Council stadng that they are appreciative of
the vacation checks provided by the Sheriff� Dept. but they feel like they are vulnerable because their
home is in the vicinity of the bzxrglaries. Brief discussion ensued concerning vacation checks.
Following discussion, Mayar Pieper moved that the City Council appoint Councilmember Mirsch and
Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer to serve on a City Council Ad Hoc Committee on Bwrglaries ta work with the
Rolling Hills Community Association if appropriate. Coixncilmember Wilson seconded the rnotion,
which catried without objection.
DFSCUSSION TO CONSIDER ADDING HOURS FOR FY 2415-16 SHERIFF'S
SUPPLEMENTAL TR.AFFIC ENFORCEMENT TO PREVIOUS LEVELS.
Mayor Pieper introduced the item and asked for staffs comments. City Manager Cruz presented the
staff report and reviewed the backgro�xnd on the matter.. He stated tha# this matter is before the City
Council to discuss the City's supple�nental traffic enforcement agreement and determine if hours shou�d
be added.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer, Captain Bolxn stated that there is no sta.tistical data available to
determine if issuing citadons or warnings is more successful. Alsa in response to Mayar Pro Tem
Dieringer, Captain Bolin stated that when the regianal contract was switched to a fixed percentage (4%
for Rolling Hills), the City of Rolling Hills gained an additianal 178 hours of patrol in the City.
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Discussion ensued concerning mobile traffic speed indicator signs and Captain Bolin stated that the
mobile units are $�0-15,000 depend�ing an the functionality. Cauncilmember Mirsch commented that
mobile signs may be opposed by the equestrian community because they may cause horses to spook.
Discussion ensued cancerning enforcement strategies and community concern regarding speeding,
especially on the major roadways like Crest Road.
Mayor Pieper called for public comment.
Jim Aichele, 14 Crest Road West addressed the City Council stating that he feels that the SherifPs
deputies should be less visible when doing traffic enforcement and there should be guideline set for
when to warn and when to cite. He also suggested the City install speed bumps.
Following discussion, the matter was referred to the Traffic Cominission for study and discussion and to
work with the Sheriff's Dept. to determine a deployment strategy for the existing 175 hours of
supplemental traffic enforcement.
DISCUSSION TO CONSIDER OPTIONS TO SUPPLENIENT CODE ENF�RCEMENT
ACTIVITYES.
Mayor Pieper introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. City Manager Cruz presented the
staff report stating that this item is being brought before the City Council based on a request by Mayor
Pro Tem Dieringer that came up during the budget process. He reviewed the history on the matter.
Discussion ensued concerning what options are available for supplementa� code enforcement and
whether or not the City should change its philosaphy with regard to code enforcement to pursue
proactive code enforcement rather than on a complaint basis which is the current practice. Discussion
ensued concerning current code enforcement cases.
Mayor Pieper commented that this discussion and decision shauld be tabled until the new Planner is
hired to see what type of impact adding that position has on cade enforcement. Mayor Pro Tem
Dieringer expressed cancern that current projects aren't being monitor closely enough which is
increasing the number of as builts that come before the City because inspections are only made when a
call is made to request an inspection. Discussian ensued concerning the b�,ulding permi�lapproval
process and as built construction. Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer suggested that a complaint form be created
to better track code enforcement.
Following further discussion, staff was directed to continue cornpiling code enforcement data and report
back ta the City Couricil in six months.
DISCUSSION TO CONSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FIRE
FUEL REDUCTION AD HOC COMMITTEE.
Mayor Pieper introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. City Manager Cruz stated that the
Fire Fuel Ad Hoc committee met on July 19t witla representatives of the Los Angeles County Fire Dept.
to discuss policies/procedures for fire fuel mitigation and the RHCA's Easement Clearance and Fire
Fue� Mitigation Policy that is current�y being considered by the RHCA Board of Directors. During the
meeting is was learned that �in order to receive State of Federal funding, that the City should adopt a
Comrnunity Wildfire Protection Plan. Based on the rneei�ing, the Committee made the following three
recommendations:
1. If the RHCA Board decides to promulgate any Policy regarding "Easernent Clearance and Fire Fuel
Mitigation," that the Board, p�or ta the implementatian of this Policy, receive camments and
recommendatians frorn LACFD Division 1 Chief Massey and his designees and that such Policy be
in compliance with the LA County Fire Code and consistent with these LACFD comments and
recommenda.tions.
2. Direct the Fire Fuel Reduction Ad Hoc Committee and the Loca1 Hazard Mitigation Plan Working
Crroup to engage with fire officials and the community via publicly naticed �neetings and other
measures to develop a voluntary Community Wildfire Protection Action Plan.
3. Appropriate funding to send a direct community mailer ta residents concerning wildfire prevention
measures with an update regarding the City's past effor�s and future plans designed to implement
wildfire prevention best practices.
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Discussion ensued concerning the Committee's recommendations.
Councilmember Black applauded the Committee and the RHCA an their efforts. He stated that he
personally supports the Association's efforts regarding fire fuel reduction. He further commented that he
feels th� City's handout materials are very useful. Couricilmember Mirsch stated that she supparts the
RHCA's effarts as well.
Follawing discussion,the following actions were taken:
Recommendataon #3 — Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer rnoved that the City Council direct staff to proceed
with developing an adlself-mailer to residents concerning wildfire prevention measures and return to the
City Council with the proposed ac�/mailer for the City Council's review. Councilmember Mirsch
seconded the motion, which carried without objection. No funds were appropriated to this praject at this
t�me. Staff was furt�ier directed to remind residents of the wildfire prevention resources currently
available via the citywide newsletter o:r other means.
Recammendation #2 — Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer anoved that the City Council direct the Fire Fuel
Reduction Ad Hoc Committee to engage with £'�re officia�s and the comrnunity via publicly noticed
meetings and other measures to deveiop a volunta�y Community Wildfire Pratectiar� Action Plan.
Councilmember Wilsan seconded the mation, which carried withaut objection.
Recommendation#1 —Mayar Pra Tem Dieringer moved that the City Cauncil recommend that any City
of Rolling Hills applicable policy regarding easement clearance and fire fuel mitigation, prior to
irnplementation, receive comments and recommendations from LACFD Division 1 Chief Massey and/or
his designees and that the policy be in compliance with the LA County Fire Code and consistent with the
LACFD comments and recomrnendation. The motion failed for lack of a second.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS
Counciimember Black suggested that the Los Ang�les County Fire Dept. be asked #o report to the City
Council when they have ascertained that all homes have met the fire fuel clearance requirements and if
there were any properties that were in violation.
Mayor Pro Tern Dieriz�ger asked that a discussion be agendized regarding providing the City Council
with copies of the Planning Commission minutes when Planning Commission items are braught before
the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tern Dieringer asked for the status of the ite�n she requested regardi�ng a Zoning Code
change to disallaw reapplication when an applica�ion is denied. Planning Director Schwartz stated that
this type of situataon does not accur very frequently. She further stated �hat she wi�l be bringing other
Zoning Code changes in September, bu#it make more sense to b�ng them all at one time rather than one
h�re and one there.
Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer asked that a discussion be agenized regarding changing the City's parking
regulations.
Mayor Pro Tem Dieringer reported that she aitended the League of California Cities conference and
there was a lot of useful information provided and the informahon is available on the League's web site.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
None.
CLOSED SESSION
Non�.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSIOIV
None.
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ADJOURNMENT
Heari�g no furkher business before the City Council, Mayor Pieper adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the City Coutzcil is scheduled to be held on Monday, July 27, 2015
beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Raad, Rolling
Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
J-.�....�..�-
Heidi Luce
City Clerk
Approved,
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J Pieper
Mayor
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