08-08-16 MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CiTY C4UNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY,AUGUST 8,2416
CALL TQ QRDER
� A regular meeting of tlze City Council of the City of RoZling Hills was called to order by Mayor Dieringer
at 7:01 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2 Porluguese Bend Road, Ralling Hilts, California.
ROLL CALL
Cauncilmembers Present: Mirsch,P�eper, Wilson and Mayor Dieringer.
Councilmembers Absent: Black(exc�xsed).
Others Present: Raymond R. Cruz, City Manager.
Mike Jenitins, City Attorney.
Yolanta Schwartz,Planning Director.
Heidi Luce, City Clerk.
Keith Murphy, 3 Pine Tree Lane.
Richard Colyear, 35 Crest Road West.
Tavisha Nicholson,Bolton Engineering.
Chz�s Sharng, 5 Pine Tree Lane.
Shahla Rizi, 23 Portuguese Bend Road/41 Eastfield Drive.
David Lillington, 14 Georgeff Road.
Isabel Puri, 15 Bowie Raad.
Preston Young, on behalf of 2738 Palos Verdes Drive Narth (Chen}.
Spencer Karpf, $Maverick Lane.
� UPEN AGENDA-PUBLYC COMMENT WELCOME
Keith Murphy, 3 Pine Tree Lane addressed the City Councit to suggest that a provision be added to the
City's Municipal Code so that potential new owners that are in escrow fa purchase a property are notified
of Zoning Cases being considered by the Planning Ca�nmission.
Richard Colyear, 35 Crest Road West addressed the City Council to ask that the City provide a date
certain by which his petition needs to be submitted so that it can be an the March 2017 ballot. Mayor
Diezinger suggested that staffhandle#his inquiry administrativeiy.
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 Counci�Ac#ions.
A. Minutes -Regular Meeting of July 11, 2U16.
RECOMMCNDATION: Approve as presented.
B. Payrnent of Bills.
RECOMMENDATION: Apprave �s presented.
C. Financial Statement far the Month of June,2016.
RECOMMENDATION: Approv�as �resented.
D. Allied Recyclinig Tonnage Repart for June, 2016.
` RECOMMENDATION: Receive anc# file.
E. Review and approval of �the PIanninglTraffic Commission Recruitment/Appointment
Timeline for terms expiring in January 2017.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve as presented.
F. City af Rolling Hills Conflict of Interest Code Biennial Review.
RECOMMENDATION: No changes. Receive and file.
G. Consideration of a date af December 12, 20I6 from 4-7 pm for the 3l.gt Annual Holiday
Open House
RECOMMENDAT�ON: Appro�e as presented.
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H. Consid�ration of the following claim— CLAIMANT: Rick Ed1er/Merryweather Properties,
Inc.; DATE OF LOSS: August 5, 2015; DATE FILED: 3uly 15, 2016; ALLEGATION:
Water damage to several units on a property located at 608 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills
Estates, CA 90274
RECOMMENDATION: Deny claim.
Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Council approve the items on the consent calendar as
presented. Cauncilmember Mirsch seconded the motion,which carried without objection.
COMMISSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-17 — A RESOLUTION �F THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HII,LS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR
A SWIlVIMING POOLISPA, WALLS, FIRE PIT, BARBECUE, POOL EQUIPMENT, AND A
VARIANCE TO EXCEED 2.5' HIGH AVER.AGE FOR ASSOCIA.TED WALLS IN ZONING
CASE NO. 90b AT 27 CREST ROAD WEST, {LOT 174-B-MS), ROLLING HILLS, CA
(GOLDENBERG). THE PROJECT �S EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUAL�TY ACT (CEQA} PURSUANT TO SECTIDN 15303, CLASS 3
EXEMPTION GUIDELINES.
Mayor Dieringer introduced the item and asked for sta#�s comments. Planning Director Schwartz
reviewed the applicant's req�xest to construct a swimming pool, spa, walls and various ather amenities in
Zoning No. 906 at 27 Crest Road West and stated that the Planning Commission approved this request.
She stated that a location for a future stable and corrai is proposed at the rear of the property and the lot is
cutrently developed with a tennis court.
Councilmember Mirsch commented that she attended the site visit when the Planning Commission visited
this site and she is familiar with the praject.
Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Council receive and file Planning Commission Resolution No.
2016-17 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 906 at 27 Crest Road West.
Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion, which carried without objection.
RESOLUTION NO. 201b�18 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANI�TING C4NIMISS�ON OF
TI� CITY OF ROLLING HII.LS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE, GARAGE AND A
BASEMENT, SWIlViMING PO�L, VARIOUS 4UTDOOR AMENITIES AND VARIOUS
RETAINING WALLS, A NEW DRTVEWAY AND GRADING; REQUEST F4R VARIANCES
TO ENCRDACH WITH THE RESIDENCE, BASEMENT, LIGHT WELLS AND SEVERAL
WALLS INTO SETBACKS, OF WHICH SOME DO NOT AVERAGE OUT TO 2.5' IN
HEIGHT, TO LOCATE THE POOL, POOL EQUIPMENT AND FUTURE STABLE AND
CORRAL IN FRONT YARD AREA, TO EXCEED TI� MAXrMUM PERMTTTED TOTAL
LOT COVERAGE AND DISTURBED AREA, TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED
COVERAGE OF FRONT SETBACK WITH THE DRIVEWAY AND TO EXPORT DIRT IN
ZONIlVG CASE NO. 895, AT 14 B�WIE ROAD, {LOT 4-CRA.), ROLLING HILLS, CA
(pANG J[JI Y1U). THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA} PURSUANT TO SECTION 15303, CLASS 3
EXEMPTION GUIDELINES.
Mayar Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz
reviewed the applicant's request to construct a new single-fainily residence, garage, swimming pool,
retaining walls, a new driveway and various other amenities in Zoning Case No. 895 at 10 Bowie Road
stating that the Planning Commission approved this request after several public hearings; and after the
applicant revised the project to address the concerns raised by the Planning Commission and several of the
neighbors. �he stated that a neighbar who did not speak up previously (Barnard), recen�y submitted a
letter abjecting to the praject and the letter is included with the staff report. She further stated that another
neighbor expressed concern regarding the soils, geology ar�d hydrology of the entire area noting that the
applicant has submitted soils reports which state that the area is suitable for development and at the time
of plan check, �he reports will be fi�rther xeviewed. She further re�iewed the proposed grading sta.ting tha�
the applicant is requesting a variance to export more dirt than is allowed so that the house can be lowered
as suggested by the Planning Gommission in response to concerns raised about the project. She reviewed
the proposed new driveway con�guration stating that the Traffic Commissian re�iewed and recommends
approval of the new driveway apron. She further reviewed the disturbance,the developrnent standards and
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the other variances being requested.
Discussion ensued concerning what would trigger the need for additional soils and geology reports. In
response, Planning Director Schwartz stated that this matter would be determined by the County during its
review of the reports submitted.
Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Council receive and file Planning Commission Resolution No.
2016-18 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. $95 at 10 Bowie Road.
Cauncilmember Mirsch seconded the motion,which carried without abjection.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CONSIDER.ATIQN OF AN APPEAL QF 'THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS PLANNING
COMMISSI4N'S DECISION IN ZONING CASE NO. 901 AT 5 PINE TREE LANE AS
REFLECT'ED IN PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2016-15:
A RESOLUTI�N 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 WITH A BASEMENT, DETACHED GARAGES,
COVERED PORCHES, STABLE, SWIMMING POOL WITH A SPA, RETAINING WALLS
AND NEW DRIVEWAY; A CONDIT�ONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A GUEST
HOUSE, DETACHED GARAGES, AND ST.ABLE WITH LOFT; AND VARYANCES TO
EXCEED MAXIMUM PERMITTED AVERAGE HETGHT OF RETAiNING WALLS AND TO
EXCEED THE PERMITTED LOT DiSTURBANCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 9Q1
AT 5 PINE TREE LANE, (LOT 94-RI�, (�HARNG}. 'IT�PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION
15303, CLASS 3 EXEMPTION GUIDELINES.
Mayor Dieringer introduced�he item and asked for s�a#f's cornments. Planning Director Schwartz sta.ted
the an June 21, 201.6, the Planning Commission approved the applicant's request in Zoning Case no. 901
at 5 Pine Tree Lane and on July 11, 201b, the City Council received a report on. the project and at that
time, the report was received and filed. She stated that pursuant to the appeal procedure set forth in #he
Municipal Code, this project was appealed by Mr. Keith Murphy, the property awner at 3 Pine Tree Lane
so this case is before the City Council for review and consideration. She stated the staff reprot contains the
complete record of the proceedings thus £ar including the appeat as well as the correspondence that was
submitted with regard to this appea�.
Ms. Scnwartz reviewed the objectaons expressed in Mr. Murphy's appeal, which incIude abjection to the
variance granted for the grading and tl�e height of the retaining wa11s. She noted that at the time tl�.is matter
was befare the Planning Commission, Mr. Murphy was not the owner of the praperty but the Planning
Commission was informed by the previous owner thaf the property was in escrow.
Ms. Schwartz further reviewed the proposed project, which includes a 5,250 sq, ft. residence with a 5,250
sc�. ft. basement; two deta.ched garages; a paol and spa; an 800 sq. ft. guesthouse and a 1,810 sq. ft stable
with a loft. She stated that the applicant is also proposing a new driveway to access the praperiy and
several walls which range in height from 3-5 ft. She stated that this project was modified, and reduced in
size and scape fram what was originally propased based on the cancerns expressed by the Planning
Commission during its review of the project. Ms. Schwartz further explainted that the current driveway
serving this property alsa serves the property at 3 Pine Tree Lane and the Planning Cominission included a
condition in its approval of the project that the applicants maintain the driveway open for use by 3 Pine
Tree Lar�e and that there be no unpact of the development on the access to 3 Pine Tree Lane. She
reviewed the proposed grading stating that the dirt will be balat�ced an site. Ms. Schwartz stated that the
applicant is requ�sting a variance to exceed the maximum allowed disturbance with disturbance proposed
— at 45.2%where the maximum allawed is 40%. She further reviewed tl�e development standards.
Mayor Dieringer called for public comment.
Keith Murphy, 3 Pine Tree Lane addressed the City Council to further explain his objections stating th��
his specific concern wi�h regard to the grading at the back wall near his property Iine and the variance
being requested to allow for the construction of 2:1 slapes versus 3:1 s�opes. He expressed concern that
his property would be at risk for property damage and erosion damage. He stated that he had an engineer,
John Schuricht af Palos Verdes Engineering review the plans and visit �the site and he was informed by
Mr. Schuricht that there is �risk to his property because of the project. He furtlier stated that he also had a
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geologist, Tony Lee review the project and Mr. Lee stated tha#there is a risk of erosion due to the project.
Mr. Murphy further expressed concern, with regard #o the shared driveway, that condition J in the
Planning Commission's resolutian does not adequately allow for his con#znued use of the driveway. Mr.
Muiphy f�rther suggested that the City Council reconsider some of the amenities that were eliminated
during the Planning Commission's consideration of the case, including the tennis court. He further
suggested that the applicant consider raising the building pad to mainta.in the siope on his side and that the
applicant reconsider how the averall project is designed to make the best use of the property without
impacting his properry.
In response to Mr. Murphy's suggestions, Councilmember Pieper explained the Planning Commission's
reasoning for suggesting that the building pad be lowered, noting that if it were to be raised, it might
create a view obstructian. Discussion ensued conceming the issues raised by Mr. Murphy and the
communications between Mr. Murphy and Mrs. Sharng. Further discussion ensued concerning condition
J in the resolution regarding main#aining access to the existing shared driveway that serves Mr. Muiphy's
properry. Mayor Dieringer commented that the City Attorney indicated, when this rnater was discussed
previously, that the condition is sufficient to pravide for continued access to the properry at 3 Pine Tree
Lane.
Ta�isha Nicholson, Boltan EngineeriYg addressed the City Council on behalf of the applicant to further
ex}�lain the fmal project and the changes that were made during the Planning Commission's consideration
of the project to address the concerns raised. She explained that the variance requested ta exceed the
maximum allowed disturbance stating that the exceedance is primarily due to the proposed stable and
corral; and without those items the disturbance would be at 39% which would not require a variance. She
further explained the variance requested to �xceed the maximum average 2.5 ft. wall height stating that the
praposed walls average 3 ft. in height and are mostly visible from the Sharng praperty and the downhill
side of the stable. Ms. Nicholson further commented that since the City Council received its report on the
Planning Commission's approval, the applicant recei�ed a soils and geology report which indicated that
there are favarable geologic conditaons and the planned development will not have a negative impact on
neighboring properties and a copy of that report has been provided to the City. Ms. Nicholson further
explained the review process that the proposed project wi11 be subject to during the County Building
Depariment's re�iew and assessment of the project. With regard to the issue raised regarding the access to
Mr. Murphy's property via the shared driveway, Ms. Nicholson stated that the access to Mr. Murphy's
property will be rnaintained.
Discussion ensued concerning the feasibiiity of the changes Mr. Murphy sugg�sted. In response to
Councilrnember Musch, Ms. Nicholson commented that as part of her preparation of a plan; when she
stamps the plan, she is confirming that the project will not negatively impact the subject property or the
neighboring properties and fiirther, the engineers that finally approve the plans will make a similar
afFirinataan.
In response to Councilmember Wilson, Ms. Nicholson explained the revised driveway configuration. Tt
was noted that the Planning Commission reviewed and approved the revised driveway, but that review
occurred before the Traffic Commission reviewed and recornmended approval af the revised location of
the dri�eway apron.
Chris Shamg, 5 Pine Tree Lane addressed the City Council to further explain the revisions that were made
to their original plan and the process they went through during the Planning Cornmission's consideration
of this case, which ultimately resulted in the Planning Commission's approval of the project. He
commented that the project received a thorough and rigorous review when it was before the Planning
Commission and requested that the City Council approve the project.
Shahla Rizi, 23 Poriuguese Bend Road addressed the City Council to express concern that she will be able
to see the house from her property across the canyon and requested that there be vegetation to screen the
house from her view. Discussion ensued concerning the conditions included in the Resolution that rnight
address Ms. Rizi's concern.
Mr. Murphy addressed the City Council to further explain why this appeal was filed. He suggested again
that the City notify new owners that are in escrow to purchase a property of Zoning Cases being
i considered by the Planning Commission.
Hearing no further public comment, Mayar Dieringer asked for comments from the City Council,
Councilmember Pieper cornrnented that based on his review of the proposed project, he does not believe it
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would resnit in a better praject if#he suggestions Mr. Mu.rphy made were implemented. Discussion ensued
conceming the issues raised by Mr. Murphy and whether ar not a field trip is necessary. Following
disct�ssion, the City Council concurred that the Planning Commission adequately reviewed this project
and that a field trip is not necessary.
Following further discussion, Councilmember Pieper moved that t�ie City Council direct staff to prepare a
Resolution upholding the Planning Commission's decision granting approval of tl�e applicant's request in
Zoning Case Na. 901 at 5 Pine Tree Lane with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval.
Councilmember Wilson secanded the motion,which carried by roll call vote without objection.
Recognizing that there are members of the public present with interest in item lOB under Matters from
Staff relating to California Water Company's water hudget appeal process, Mayor Dieringer suggested
that�he item be tal�en out of order. Hearing no objection, she so ardered.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
CALIFORr1IA WATER SERVICE COMPANY WATER BUDGET APPEAL ASSISTANCE
UPDATE. (ORAL REPORT}
City Manager Cruz provided an update on the City's efforts in working with California Water Service
Company with regard to the water budget appeal process.and the changes that were recen�ly made to Cal
Water's Emergency Water Conservation plan. He s#ated �hat the changes include: reducing wa#er
reduction requirement frorn 36% to a voluntary 10% water reduction target; suspending water surcharges
and suspending the vcrafer budget appeal pracess as of July 29, 2016. Mayor Dieringer fixrther explained
the issues that surraund the water budget appeal pracess including that Cal Water is not wiiling to allow
access to previous property owners usage data when setting water budgets for new residents since 2013.
She noted that one resident in particul.ar was having difficulty working with Cal Water regarding their
water budget appeal unti� they advised Assembiyman David Hadley of the issue which resulted in a
prompt resolution of the issues. Discussion ensued concerning the water budget app�al process and the
challenges associated with the pracess. Councilmember Pieper suggested a letter be written to Cal Water
outlining the cancerns. Councilmember Mirsch suggested the letter also be copied to Assemblyman
Hadley and the CPUC.
Mayar Dieringer called for public comment.
David Lillingtan, I4 Georgeff Road addressed the City Council to express concern regarding the way
water budgets are set and the water budget appeal process.
Roman Puri, 15 Bowie Road addressed the City Council on behalf of his mother Isabel Puri to also
express concem regarding the way water budgets are set.
Sl�ahla Rizi, 41 Eastfield Drive addressed the City Council to express concern regarding the way water
budgets are set. In response to her inq�iry, the City CounciI infazmed hcr that if she is not residing at th�
property, she wauld need her tenant's information in arder to file an appeal.
Preston Young, addressed the City Council on behalf of 273$ Palos Verdes Drive North (Chen}to express
concern regarding the way water budgets are set.
Spencer Karpf, $ Maverick Lane addressed the City Council to express concern regaxding the way water
budgets are set.
Fol�owing discussion, Councilrnernber Pieper moved that the City Counci� direct the City Manager and
, City Attorney to prepare a draft letter to California Water Service Cornpany regarding thi.s issue for �he
City Council's review at its August 22 meeting. Councilmember Wilson seconded the motion, which
carried without objection.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
RESOLUTION NO. 1187 — A RESOLUTTON OF THE CITY COUNCII. OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE CITY TO BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH
THE CONGESTIDN MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (CMP) AND ADOPTING THE CMP
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT REP4RT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFOR�VIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65089.
Mayor Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staffs comrnents. Planning Direc#or Schwartz
presented the staff report which explains that the Congestion Management Program (CMP) is a state
mandated program intended to address the impact af new construction and local growth on the regional
transportation system and air quality and requires that the City hold a public hearing and adopt a
Resolution finding the City to be in conformance with the CMP and adopting the CMP Lacal
Ymplementation Report. She stated that the report certifies that the City did not cause any impact on
regional transportation or air quality; and that the City is within the State requirements for the CMP
program.
Mayor Dieringer callec�for public comment. Hearing none, she closed the public comrnent and asked for
camments from i�he City Co�xncil.
Following brie� discussion, Councilmember Mirsch mo�ed that the City Council adopt Resolution No.
1187 finding the City ta be in conformance with the Congestion Managemen� Program (CMP) and
at�opting the CMP Local Development Report as presented. Councilmember Pieper seconded the rnotion,
which carried without objection.
OLD BUSINESS
REPORT ON STATUS OF RESOLUTION REQUESTED IN ZONING CASE NO. 8S0 AT 15
PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 78-RH),ROLLING HILLS CA, {HASSOLD'1�.
Planning Director�chwartz reported that since the last time the City Council considered this case at which
ti�ne staff was directed to prepare a resolution partially approving and partially denying the applicant's
request, the applicant's representative has submitted a re�ised site plan indicating that they will no longer
be requesting a variance for a less than 2 ft. walkway, but will be requesting a variance to construct an up
to 7 ft. high wall which would encroach into the side yard setback. She stated that this revised request will
have ta be noticed for a public hearing. She further commented that since this revised plan substantially
complies with the suggestion previously provided to the applicant by the City Council, staff will also bring
a draft reso�ution approving the applicant's revised request for the City Couttcil's considera.tion at its
August 22, 201 G meeting.
Following brief discussion, Councilmernber Wilson moved that the City Council receive and file the
report. Councilmember Mirsch seconded the motion, which cazried without objection. Cotincilmember
Pieper abstained from voting on this matter due to the proximity of his property to the subject property.
NEW BUSINESS
None.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS
DISCUSSION CONCERNING SCHEDULING A JOINT MEETING BETWEEN THE CITY
COUNCIL AND PLANNING CONiMISSION. {ORAL REPORT)
Mayor Dieringer suggested that the City Cour�cil consider a Saturday or Sunday date for the joint meeting
between the City Council and Planning Commission given that it has been difficult to schedule for a
weekday evening. Tl�e City Council directed staff to continue pursuing the proposed weekdays and report
back to the City Council. Mayor Dieringer asked that tl�is matter be agendized for further discussion at the
August 22 City Council meeting.
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STATUS REPQRT FROM THE CITY COUNCiL TREES AND VIEWS AD HOC
COMMTTTEE ON ITS EFFORTS TO AMEND THE QRDINANCE AND TO POSSIBLY
BRiNG FORWARD A BALLOT MEASURE TO MODIFY OR REPEAL MEASURE B. (ORAL
REPOR�
The Trees and Views Ad Hoc Committee p�rovided an npdate on t.�e status of the discussions regarding
bringing forward a balZot measure to repeal Measure B and reported that a decision on a recommendation
has not yet been reached. Discussion ensued concerning the options the City Cour�cil may consider in
_ _, movin.g forward given that a notice of intent to submit a new initiative has been filed; and concerning the
impact of repealing Measure B. Councilrnember Mirsch expressed concern that this issue with having a
measure an the baIlot whether it's put on by the City Councii or by an initiative, cannot be amended
except by another�ote of the people.
Mayor Dierginer asked for public comment.
5pencer Karpf, $Maverick Lane asked the City Council if a measure could be drafted in such a way that if
it were adopted by the voters, it could still be treated as an ordinance. In response to Nlr. Karpf's inquiry,
City Attorney Jenkins stated that a provision can be placed in an initiative ardinance that allow for
subsec�uent amendment by the City Council but most proponents don't include such a provision. Mr.
Karpf further expressed concern that this matter has the patential to become a very divisive issue.
Arvel Witte, 5 Quaii Ridge Road South addressed the City Council in support of the City's previous view
ordinance.
Follawing further discussian, Mayor DieriYger asked that this matter be agendized for further discussion
at the September 12 City Council meeting.
City Manager Cruz suggested that item l0A under Matters from Staff pertaining to the tennis court area
improvement praject be taken ou#of order. Hearing no objection, Mayor Dieringer so ordered.
`� MATTERS FROM STAFF
DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL - PRELIMINARY PROPOSAL FOR INiPRQVEMENTS TO
THE TENNIS COURT AREA.
City Manager Cruz presented th� staff report including the background and current status o£the tennis
court improvement project being coordinated jointly by the City and the Rolling Hi11s Community
Associataon. He cornmented that the City's portion of the project primarily relates to the changes being
made to make the tennis courts and restroom that serve the area ADA compliant. He reviewed the
proposed plans and the preliminary budget for the project sta.ting that the estimated cost to the city is
currently proposed at $186,980. He stat�d that staff is asking the City CounciI to accept the canceptual
p�ans; to approve the preliminary budget; appropriate $5,000 toward constructing the ADA compl�ant
restrooms; and authorize staff to retain the Couzzty of Los Angeles or pri�ate engineering firm to prepare
the final structural plans. City Clerk Luce noted that correspondence in support of the project was received
earlier today and has been placed on the�ais.
Kristeri Raig, RHCA Association Manager addressed the City Council to fiuther explair� the pr4posed
project. She commented that one of the objectives of this project is to make it a place where people can
gather because there is no other place in the City far people to gather.
Following discussian, Councilrnember Wilson moved that the City Cauncil approve the prelirninary plans
_ and pre�iminary budget for the improvements to the Tennis Court area; appropriate up to $S,OOfl towa�rds
build.ing the ADA compliant restroom; and authorize staff to retain either Las AngeIes Ca�anty or a private
engineering firm to adopt the final plans. Councilmemb�r Mirsch s�conded the motion, which carried
without objection by roll caZl vote.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPQRTS
DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION TO PURSUE A PR�POSAL TO PURCHASE BASIC VIDEO
EQUiPMENT IN ORDER TO POST IMPQRTANT C4MMUIVITY PRESENTATIONS ON THE
CITY'S WEBSITE. (ORAL REPORT)
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Mayor Dieringer suggested that the City Council consider purchasing basic video equipment in order to
record and post important community presenta.tions on the City's web site. The City Council did not act
on the suggestion, but rather it was suggested that, as a trial at the next presentation, Mayor Dieringer
video record the meeting and forward to Counciimember Pieper for editing so that i# can be forwarded to
staff and uploaded to the City's web site.
DISCUSSTON AND DIRECTION TO PURSUE A PROPOSAL TO HOST A CITY TOWN
HALL MEETING IN THE NEAR FUTURE. (OR.AL REPOR'1�
Mayor Dieringer suggested that the City Council consider hosting a Town Ha11 meeting in the future. The
City Council br�efly discussed the suggestion,bu�no action was taken.
PUBLIC CONIIV�NT ON CLUSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
CLOSED SESSIDN
None.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Co;xncil,Mayor Die�nger adjourned the meeting at 10:25 p.m.
in memory of philanthropist and long time resident Harlyne Norris. The next regular meeting of the City
Council is scheduled to be held on Monday, August 22, 201b beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber at Ci�y Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road,Rolling Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
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Heidi Luce
City Clerk
Approved,
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� Bea Dieringer
Mayor
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