11-14-16 MINUTES OF
A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF TFIE
CTTY OF ROLLING HILLS,CALIFQRNIA
MONDAY,NOVEMBER 14,2a16
CALL TO ORDER
A regi.alar meeting of the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Mayor Dieringer
" � at 7:02 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Ha11, 2 Port�uguese Bend Road, Rolling Hi11s, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Black, Mirsch,Pieper, Wilson and Mayor Dieringer.
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Others Present: Raymond R. �n�z, City Manager.
Yo�anta Schwartz,Planning Director.
Mike Jenkins, City Attorney.
Heidi Luce, City C1erk.
Mike and Marcia Schoettle, 24 Eastfield Drive.
David McKinnie, 3 Ei Concho Lane.
Jeffrey Ostriker, 27 Caballeros Road.
Geraldean Belleville, 12 Crest Road East.
Matthew Chaisson, 8 Crest Road East.
Norm and Caro1 LaCaze, 24 Portuguese Bend Road.
Cathleen Cunningham, Licensed Psychotherapist, MPA,LMFT.
Melvyn Honig,Attomey.
Sue Doyle,Bark Buster of South Ba�.
Dianne Wyatt, Grooming Wonders.
--� James Aichele, 14 Crest Road West.
OPEN AGENDA-PUBLIC COMIVVII�NT WELCOME
None.
CON5ENT CALENDAR
Matters which may be acted upon by the City Council in a single motion. Any Counci�member may
request removal af any item from the Consent Calendar causing it to be considered under Council Ac�ions.
A. Payment of Bills.
RECOMMENDAT�ON: Approve as presented.
Councilmember Piepex maved that the City Cauncil approve the item on the consent calendar as
presented. CounciImember Wilson seconded the motion,which carried without objection.
City Manager Cruz asked the City Council to take Items 7A & 7B Under Old Business out af order.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Dieringer so ordered.
OLD BUSINESS
_ _ CONSIDERATION Ok' A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TI� CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS DENYIlVG THE APPEALS OF DR. AND MRS. STEPHEN NUCCION AND
MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM HASSOLDT AND UPHOLDING THE DECTSION OF THE
COMMITTEE ON TREES AND VIEWS BY DECLARING THAT SPECIFIC TREES
LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY AT 15 PORTUGUE5E BEND ROAD HAVE CAUSED
SIGNg'ICANT IlVIPAIRMENT TQ THE VIEW FROM THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 18
PORTUGUE5E BEND ROAD AND SETTING FORTH RESTORATIVE ACTION TQ ABATE
TI�IlVIPATRMENT.
Planning Direcfor Schwartz stated that staff recommends tabling this item to the next meeting of the City
Council to allow staff to provide clat�fication regarding the to the utility pole that is referenced in the
resolutions and make some minor corrections to the resalution.
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Councilmember Mirsch moved that consideration of this resoiution be tabled undl the November 28, 2016
meeting of the City Council. Councilmember Pieper seconded the motion, which carried without
obj ection.
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR A CONTRIBUTION �F CITY UTII,ITY FUNDS
TOWARD THE COSTS ASSOCITED WITH TWELVE HOMES �N EASTFIELD DRIVE TO
COMPLETE A PRELIMINARY ENGINEERTNG DESIGN AND A�SESSMENT
ENGINEERING STUDY CONCERNING A PROPOSED UNDERGROUNDING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT.
Mayor Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staf�s comments. City Manager Cruz stated that in
June 20I5, the City Council allocated$77,000 from the Utility Fund to be use toward the engineering and
design study for a proposed undergrounding project involving 33 homes along Eastfield Drive. He stated
that since that time, the project has been reduced in scope to include 12 homes and the utilities have
provided updated engineering and design studies. He stated that the proponents of the district have come
back to the City Council to request an adjustment in the funding based on the �ower number of homes and
to include the benefit study which would total $75,200 for both studies.
Michael Schoettle, 24 Eastfield Drive addressed the City Council to pro�ide further explanation regarding
their funding request. He requested that the City Council consider funding the half of the amount since
the Rolling Hills Community Association may not have the funds to contribute on third of the funds to
that the City would pay 50%,the RHCA would pay 25%and the property owners would pay 25%.
David McKinnie, 3 El Concho Lane, RHCA Board Member addressed the City Council stating that the
RHCA Board of Directors will be discussing fitnding these types of project in the future but there has been
no decision made as of now with regard to the proper percer�ta.ge of funding that should be contributed.
He stated that tl�e Homeowners Associat�on is witling �o wark with the City and residents to move #he
project forward.
Marcia Schoettle, 24 Eastfield D�ive addressed the City Cottncil stating that Eastfield is major roadway
and this project would be visible to the commuriity. She stated that if tl�e project could get additional
funding from the City, it would make it easier and faster for her to get �he reaming fund form #he
residents.
Councilinember Pieper commented that he believes that any fundtng provided by the City should be
repeatable and the amount of$2,500 per property seems reasonable to hirn. He suggested using the 1/3
funding allocation formula as was done before where the City, the Assaciation and the residents each
contribute one third toward the project. In response ta Mayor Dieringer, Councilmernber Pieper stated that
if the Association doesn't contribute 113, then the request could be brought back to the City for further
consideration. Mayor Pro Tem Black commented that he agrees with Councilmembex Pieper that the
funding should be consistent so that is it fair to all residents. Discussion ensued cancerning the fitnding
options.
Councilmember Pieper maved that the City Council allocate an amount up to $3Q,000 from the Utility
Fund for 113 of the costs associated with the preliminary design and engineering study and benefit study
for the proposed undergrounding assessment district consisting of 12 hornes along Eastf eid Drive.
Councilme�nber Wilson seconded the motion. Follawing brief discussian, the motion carried without
objectian.
C�NIII�IISSI4N ITEMS
RESOLLTTION N�. 2016-22. A RES�LUTI�N OF T'HE PLANNING COMMISSION OF 'THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REV�W FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO A RESIDENCE WITH RESTRICTED DEVELOPMENT CONDITION,
INCLUDING AN AS-BUILT ADDITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF ATTACHED COVERED
PQRCHES AND A 5-FOOT MAXIMUM HEIGHT WALL TO ACCONIMODATE A 4-FOOT
WIDE WALKWAY ALONG THE REAR OF THE HOME AND A VARIANCE TO
ENCROACH WITH NEW COVERED PORCHES INTO THE FRONT SETBACK, IN ZONING
CASE NO. 91 t AT 3 POPPY TRAIL, {LOT 8-PT), ROLLING HII.LS, CA (JONAS}. THE
PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 3)
PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
GUIDELINES, SECTION 15303.
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Mayor Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staffls cornrnents. Planning Director Schwartz
reviewed the applicant's request for a Vaniance to construct porches in the front yard setback at 3 Pappy
Trail and to legalize an addition that was constructed without permits in Zoning Case No. 911 at 3 Poppy
Trail. She stated that the Planning Commission approved the proJect unanimously finding that the proj�ct
is not obtnzsive and provides benefit and character to the property.
Mayor Dieringer noted that there is a standard condition that was not included in this resalution, "that
before final submittal of working drawings to Building and Safety for issuance of building permits that the'
plan shall be submitted to City sta#�far verification...", and suggested that staff be directed to include the
condition.
Anthony Inferrera, Architect addressed the City Council on behalf of the applicant stating that the
applicant would not be opposed to the addition of that condition.
Following brief discussion Mayor Pro Tem Black moved that the City Cauncil receive and fi1e Planning
Commission Resolution No. 201b-22 appmving the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 91� at 3
Poppy Trail as amended to correct an administrative error whereby a standard condition was inadvex�ently
omitted. Councilmember Mirsch seconded the mation,which carried without objection.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016�23. A RESOLUTION OF TI�PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HII.LS GRANTING APPR�VAL OF A S�TE PLAN REViEW FOR
GRADING, HOUSE AND GARAGE ENLAGEMENT, A SWIMMING POOL AND NEW
DRNEWAY AND REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TQ EXCEED THE MAXIMUM
PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 910, AT 85 CREST
RUAD EAST, (LOT b9 C-1-MS), ROLLING HILLS, CA {ZEE). THE PRO�ECT HAS BEEN
DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 3) PURSUANT TO TI�
CALIFO1tNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUAL�TY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES, SECTION 15303;
AND CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION
TO APPROVE A NEW DRIVEWAY APRON AT 85 CREST ROAD EAST.
Mayar Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz
-- revi�wed the applicant's request �izi Zoning Case No. 910 at 85 Crest Road East. She stated that the
applicant proposes to demalish the existing house and breezeway to construct a new garage and 395 sq. ft.
addition to the residence. She stated that also proposed is new swimming pool in the rear of the residence
to replace the current pool that is in the front of the properry and will be removed. She reviewed the
grading and stated hat the applicant also proposed to construct a new driveway and to abandon the current
shazed driveway that current�y serves seven properties below. She rev�iewed the concerns raised by the
neighboring properties and stated that the Planning Comrnission considered the concerns, visited the
neighboring properties and included a condition that the areas be landscaped to address the concems
raised and the City has not received any fizrther comments. She stated that the Planning Commission
appraved the project unanimously and the Traffic Commission recommend approval of the new driveway.
Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Council receive and file Planning Commission Resolution No.
2016-23 approving the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 91 d at 85 Crest R.oad East including
appraval of the new driveway apron. Councilmember Mirsch seconded the mation. Fotlowing discussion
concerning the driveway, the motion ta receive and file carried without objection.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZOI�TING CASE NO. 902. REQUEST FOR A SITE PLAN REV�W FOR TI�
CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 11,100 SQUARE FOOT RESIDENCE, WITH 11,1U0 SQUARR
FOOT BASEMENT, 1,540 SQUARE FEET ATTACHED GARAGES, 2,654 SQUARE FEET
� COVERED PORCHES, 864 SQUARE FOOT SWIMMING POOL AND SPA, TRELLISES,
NEW DRIVEWAY AND AN OUTDOOR KITCHEN AND GRADING FOR A TOTAL OF
51,625 CUBIC YARDS OF DIRT, WH�CH INCLUDES OVER-EXCAVATION AND RE-
COMPACT'ION; CONDITIONAL USE PERNIITS TO C�NSTRUCT AN 800 SQUARE FOOT
GUEST HOi1SE, AND A 1,300 SQUARE FOOT STABLE; IN ZONING CASE NO. 902, AT 23
CREST ROAD EAST, (L4T 132A-MS), ROLLIlVG HILLS, CA (HYNES). THE PROJECT IS
EXEMPT FROM THE �CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA}
PURSUANT TO SECTiON 15303, CLASS 3 EXEMPTION GUIDELINES.
Consideration of this rnatter was cantinued to the Novernber 28, 2Q16 meeting of the City Counci�. No
action was taken.
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Taken out of arder—see above after consent calendar.
NEW BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL FII,ED BY DR. JEFFREY OSTRIKER PURSUANT TO
MLTNICIPAL CODE SECTION b.24.070 REGARDING A DETERMINATFON MADE BY TI�
CFTY MANAGER SUBSEQUENT TQ AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING HELD PURSUANT
TO MUNCIPAL CODE SECTION 6.24.090 FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH A PREVIOUS
DETERMINATION IN AN AGGRESSIVE ANIMAL COMPLIANT AS SET FORTH IN
RESOLUTION IVO. 1 I83.
Mayor Dieringer intro�uced the item and asked for s#afPs commen#s. City Manager Cruz reviewed the
history on this issues stating that on December 18, 2a15,the City received a formal complaint filed by Mr.
Matthew Chaisson(8 Crest Raad East)regarding Azul, owned by Dr. 3effrey Ostriker(27 Caballeros Rd.).
The complaint alleged that Azul has entered Mr. Chaisson's property on three occasions (the last being on
December 11, 2015) and killed one of his chickens during each incident. On January 28, 2016, the City
received a report inclusive of findings and recommendations from Animal Care and Control Officer. The
investigative report cancluded that the incident in�olving Azul occurred and thus, it was determined that
the co�nplaint received by the City was meritorious. Thereafter, on February 3, 2016, a letter was sent by
the City Manager to the parties transmitting O�cer report and, along with City Manager's determination
and order that Azul be confined to Dr. Ostriker's property and under restraint of a leash by a person
capable of controlling Azul when off his property.
As a resu�t of City Manager's decision, Dr. Ostriker filed an appeal with the City Council. At its meeting
on Monday, March l4, 2U 16. the City Council heard the appeal and after reviewing the evidence
submitted and taking public testimony, the City Counci� affirmed the City Manager's decision that Azul
be confned to Dr. Ostriker's property; but modified the decisian to allow Azul to be walkec� without a
leash under specified circumstances due to the medical condition that Dr. Ostriker indicated which would
not allaw him to walk the dog on a leash and required that he remain at �east 300 ft. away from any
praperty that had chickens. He stated that at its meeting of Monday, April 11, 2016, the City Cauncil
adopted a resolution mernorializirig that action.
Mr. Cruz stated that since that City Councii action, there recently have been two subsequent Animal
Comp�aint Reports filed with the City regarding dogs owned by Dr. Ostrfke�—including A.zul. The first
complair�t report was fled on August 4, 2Q16 by Mr. Narm LaCaze {24 Portuguese Bend Road) alleging
that Dr. Osiriker's dog Azu1, entered his properry on two differer�t occasions and attacked his chickens,
each incident resulted in the death of numerous chickens, wi�h the most recent incident on August 3, 2016
where 40 juvenile chickens were killed. The second report was filed on August 19, 2016 by Mrs.
Geraldean Belle�ille (12 Cres# Road East) alleging that Azul entered her properiy on August 5, 2016
where the dog broke down the chicken caop and killed all the chickens within it. He further stated that the
incident reports were forwarded to the LA County Department of Arumal Care and Control for
investigation and after reviewing the incident in�estigation reports, written documents p�rovided by the
parties invoived, and the oraI testimony provided at an administrative hearing, it was determined that the
complaints receivec� by the City about Az�l are meritorious and violate the conditions of�he resaluhon
enacted by the City Council on April 11, 2016. Specifically the requirement that when being walked,
Azul remain more than 300 feet from the property line of the Chaisson horne and any other residence that
keeps chickens was violated. As such, the City Manager ordered that Azul be rexno�ed from the City
immediately. Dr. Ostriker again appealed the City Manager's determination in accordance with RHMC
Section 6.24.Q70.
Tn hearing the appeal, the City Council is to determine if the determinatian and order of the City Manager,
based on the findings from Animal Care & Control officers' reports and the administrative heraing, are
justified. The City Council may uphold, reverse or modify the order. The decision of the City Council is
final.
He stated that subsequent to the hearing, Dr. Os#xiker has submitted additional information in support of
his appeal axid that information has been included with the staff report. He further stated that all of the
parties impacted by the attacks are present this evening.
Mayor Dieringer called for public comments on this matter.
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Jeffrey Ostriker, 27 Caballeros Road addressed the City Council stating that he was not aware of a11 of the
properties where chicken might be located. He stated that he purposely avoided the Chaisson property
know�ing that he had chickens but he was not aware that the LaCaze property had chickens. He stated that
sir�ce the LaCaze �incident, he has installed an ir�visible fence system; had the dogs trained not to leave
property or even to challenge the fence; and hired a leash trainer to teach him how to walk the dogs on a
leash. He f�xrther stated that since August, he has kept the dog on his property and has only waked them
on a leash and there have been no further incidents. He requested that he be allawed to keep the dog and
continue to walk them on a leash in the city. He sta.ted that the aag is not aggressive to other anima�s or
people only cl�ickens and he has taken the steps necessary to prevent any further incidents. He stated that
Azu1 is an emotional support animal and he needs him for his mental health.
Geraldean Belleville, Y2 Crest Road East addressed the City Councii to further exp�ain the incident
involving her chickens stating that her five-year old granddaugh�er was with her when she found the dog
in her chicken caop along with the dead chickens. She stated that her cancern is for the safety of other
people.
Matthew Chaisson, 8 Crest Road East addressed the City Council stating that his objective is for animal
owners to take control of theix animals and to take responsibility for their actions.
Carol LaCaze, 24 Portuguese Bend Road addressed the City Counci� stating that she was a victim of this
animal twice with each incident involving over 30 chickens. She sta�ed that her granddaughter raised th�
chickens and was traumatized by the incidents. She further commented that her gardener feared for his
safety when he found the dogs in the chicken coop. She stated that her concern is for the sa�ety of people
and althaugh she quantified the cost of the 1oss, she does not want the money. She stated tl�at she wauld
rather see it be used for beautification in the community.
Cathleen Cunningham, Licensed Psychotherapist, MPA, LMFT addressed the City Council sta.ting that
she prescribed the dog ta Dr. Ostriker as an emational support animal as a part of his treatment plan and
she has never seen i�be aggressive. She stated that her worry is that Dr. Ostriker will regress if the dog is
taken away from him.
Melvyn Honig, Attorney addressed the City Council in support of Dr. Ostriker's appeal stating that he is a
giving, caring man. He stated that Dr. Ostriker sufFered a bone disease which caused him to great
suffering and it was the dog that turned things around for him.
Sue Doyle, Bark Buster of South Bay stated that she was hired by Dr. Ostriker ta leash train Azul and she
has never seen him be aggressive. She stated that the incidents involving the chickens were instinctual
and she does not believe there is any danger to persons or child and she does not believe that Azul is an
aggressive dog or has aggressive tendencies.
James Aiche�e, 14 Crest Road West addressed the City Cauncil stating that the dog is an animal killer and
shouid not be allowed to remain in the City.
Dianne Wyatt, Grooming Wonders addressed the City Council stating that she owns the groaming shop
where Azu1 has been going since he was five months old and she never seen him be aggressive toward any
on the dogs.
Dr. Ostriker s�ated that he is willing ta reimb�arse any of the pa.rties for their loss. He responded to Mr.
Aichele and Mrs. LaCaze's comments and stated that Azul has never been aggressive to people.
Norm LaCaze, 24 Portuguese Bend Road addressed the City Council to provide further details on the
,. attacks that occurred involving his chickens. He stated that in speaking with his wife and Mrs. Belleville
and out of respect for Dr. Ostrikez�'s condition, he suggests giving the dog one more chance az�d suggested
that requirzng th.at a muzzle be placed on the dag in case it gets off the Ostriker property may be another
option in addition to ardering the dog confined to the Ostriker property and requiring that the dog be
walked on a leash.
Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Dieringer asked for comrnents from tl�e City Council.
Discussion ensued concerning the incidents and the options befoxe the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Black commented that he is not inclined to give the dog yet another chance.
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Councilmember Wilson commented that his dog was in�olved in an incident where it attacked another dog
and he toak the incident very seriously and took the steps necessary to prevent a fizture incident form
occurring l�awing that if it did happen again,his dog would likely be orde�red removed from the City.
Councilmember Pieper commented that his worry is that the dog might attack a child if an incident like
the one described by the LaCaze's gardener occurred again. He further commented that when the City
Councii made the ariginal order to amend the City Manager's decision, he did not envision that the dogs
would be allowed ta roam the City freely; he assumed althaugh not on a leash, that they would be under
control by the person walking them. He expressed concem regarding fhe lack of control of all a£ the
Ostriker dogs.
Councilmember Mirsch commented that her concern is that since the last time the Ciiy Council decided on
this matter that the dogs were not kept under control and she believes that the actions that Dr. Ostriker
took after the August incidents should have been taken initially given the severity of the si�uation and the
consideration that was gi�en to Dr. Ostriker's situation. She suggested that an op�ion to ordering the dog
removed may be requiring that it be muzzled at all�imes.
Mayor Dieringer commented that she concurs with the comments made by the ather Councilmernbers.
She stated that she tao is very concerned that the dags were allowed to roam free. She alsa stated that
based on the Municipal Code defmition of aggressive behavior, Azul definitely showed the types of
behavior described.
Following further discussion including the aption of requiring that Azul be required #o wear a rnuzzle.
Councilrr�ember Mirsch moved that�he dog be allowed to remain in the City bu� confined to the Ostriker
property either in the house or when outside, confined to a fenced dog run; and allowed to be walked on a
leash provided that the dog is wearing a muzzle. The rnotion died for lack of a second.
Discussion ensued concerning optians for protecting ather animals and residents while still respecting Dr.
Ostriker's emotional need to keep the dog. Mayor Pro Tem Black suggest�d that if the City Council were
to allow the dog to rernain in the City, doing so should be done in a way so that there is a mechanism to
foilow up to ensure compliance and to allow Dr. Ostriker a transitian period to either get another
emotional support dog or adjust to not having Azul. Mayor Dieringer suggested that the order be crafted
in such a way to allow the City Council to retain jurisdiction over the matter.
Following further discussian, Councilmember Pieper moved#hat the City Council direct staff to prepare a
resolution modifying the City Manager's determination that Azul be remaved from the City as follows:
Azu1 is ordered confined to the Ostriker property and shall be kept indoors; Azu1 shall be allowed
outdoors only on the �striker property, provided that he is confined to a fully enclosed, secure dog run
with a concrete pad; and Azul shall not be walked outdoors off the Ostriker property anywhere within the
territorial boundaries of the City of Rolling Hills; and stating that�he arder shall rernain in effect for three
rrionths after which time the matter wiil be reviewed for compliance to determine if any adjustments
should be made. Mayor Pro Tem Black seconded the motion, which carried with Councilrnernber Wilson
apposed.
CONSIDERA.TIQN OF A RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD OF A BID TO CHRISP
COMPANY FOR FY 2016-17 REPLACEMENT OF TRAFFIC STRiPING AND PAVEMENT
MARKINGS ON CERTAIN STREETS PROJECT.
Mayor Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staff's commen�s. City Manager Cruz stated that staff
along wi�th the Traffic Engineer performed an assessment of the roadways to determine which need
striping in FY 16-17 and solicited bids for striping those streets along with the stree#s that were recently
re-paved by flie Rolling Hills Community Association and received four responsible bids far the project.
He stated that staff recommends awarding the bid in the amount of $33,718.30 inciuding a 10%
contingency to the lowest bidder, Chrisp Company. Councilmember Wiison inquired as to the number of
blue reflective pavernent markers included in the bid suggesting that the number didn'� seem correct.
Fallowing brief discussion consideration of this itern was tabled undl the November 28, 201b meeting of
the City Council and s#aff was directed to review the number of reflec#ive pavement markers to ensure the
amaunt bid is correct verify that Chrisp Company is sti�l the lowest bidder.
CONSIDERATION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH ANIMAL PEST MANAGEMENT
SERVICES, INC. FOR SUPPLEMENTAL COYOTE CONTROL SERVICES.
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Mayar Dieringer introduced the item and asked for staff's comznents. City Manager Cxvz stated that
based on the City Cauncil's direction at its last meeting to consider other options to address the coyote
issues in the City, staff recommends approval of an agreement with a private firm for coyote control
services to supplement those services provided by the County.
Following brief discussion, Mayor Pro Tem BIack moved that the City Council approve an agreement
with Animal Pest Management for supplementa.� coyote control services and direct #he City Manag�r ta
execute the agreement. Coi.Fncilmember Mirsch seconded the motian, which carried without objection.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS
CONSIDERATION OF A RECONIlVIENDATZ�N FROM THE PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
FOR APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING C�MMISSION AND TRAFFIC COMMISSION.
Councilmember Pieper stated that the Pearsonnel Committee recommends th� re-appaintrnent of Charlie
Raine to the Tra�Fic Commission recognizing that he was the only applicant.
Following brief discussion, Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Councii reappoint Charlie Raine
to serve a four-year term an the Tra.ffic Commission. Councilmember Mirsch seconded the motion, which
carried without objection.
With regard �o the Pianning Commission, Councilmember Pieper stated that the Committee interviewed
two well-qualif ed candidates, Stephanie Goodman and Jana Caoiey and recommends the appointment of
Jana Cooley.
Following brief discussion, Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Councii appoint �ana Cooley to
serve a four-year term on the Planning Commission. Cour�cilrnember Mirsch seconded the mo�ion, which
carried without objection.
STATUS REPORT FROM 'THE CITY COUNCIL TREES AND VIEWS AD HOC COMMITTEE
--- ON ITS EFFORTS TO AMEND THE VIEW PRESERVATION ORDINANCE AND TO
POSSIBLY BRING FORWARD A BALLOT MEASURE TO MODIFY OR REPEAL MEASURE
B. (ORAL REPORT)
CotznciImember Mirsch reported that the ad hoc committee cantinues to work ta come up with a
compromise to amend the View Preservatior� Ordinance. She fiukher reviewed in detail the concepts and
overarching principles that aze being discussed and have been agreed on thus far. She stated that the
ultimate goa� is to develop balanced, fair policies that represent both the view se�kers and vegetation
owners in an effort to avoid having canflicting measures on the ballot. Councilmember Pieper stated that
these ideas and concep�s will be pravided to the City Council far review and if there is consensus amongst
the City Council, the matter wili be forwarded to the Planning Commissian for discussion and public
hearing at a subsequent meeting.
Councilmember Pieper stated that the Commit�ee recommends placing moratorium on view cases while
the Planning Comrnission and City Council are considering changes to the view ordinance. He further
stated that he would like to place a measure on the ballot to repeal measure B so the proposed changes can
be adopted without any conflict with the provision of Measure B but only if there is an election that
inciude candida.tes. He stated tha# the members af the ad hoc committee are in agreement with this
recornmendation.
Councilinember Pieper maved that the City Council direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance
, temporarily putting in place a moratorium on the acceptance of applications sought under the provisions of
the View Preservataan Ordinance for the City Council's consideration at its November 28, 2016 meeting.
Councilrnember Mirsch seconded the motion, which carried without objection.
Councilmember Pieper moved that the City Council direct staff to bring forward a resolution adding a
measure repeal�ing Measure B to the ballot for the vater's consideration at the City's next General
Municipal Election scheduled for March 7, 2017. Councilmember Mirsch seconded the motion. Mayor
Dieringer suggested that it might be better to wait to put a measure on the ballot until discussions about
amending the ordir�ance are well underway and a new ordinance is in place. Following bxief discussion,
the mation carr.ied with Mayor Dieringer opposed.
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DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTI�N IN PROVIDING CO�iIlVIENTS CONCEIZNING
THE NEW PROPOSED STATE OF CALIFORNIA WATER CONSERVATION MEASURES
THAT WII.,L BE IlVIPLEMENTED IN 2017.
City Manager Cruz reported that the State is scheduled to release the proposed regulatory framework for
implementation of 2017 water conservation measures and Cal Water is holding a meeting to review the
proposed regulatory framework to gain input from its munici�al customers. He stated that staff will be
meeting the Cai Water to discuss the framework and provide input on behalf af the City. No action was
taken.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—INTTIATION OF LITIGATION
Go�ernment Code §54956.9{d)(4)
Based an existing facts and circtzmstances,the City Council shall determine whether initiation of
litigation is appropriate
Number of potential cases: 1
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Government Code §54957
Title: City Manager
The City Council recessed into closed session at 10:06 p.m. ta discuss the matters listed above on the
closed session agenda. The meeting returned to open session at 10:27 p.m.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTIONS FROM CLOSED SESSION{ORAL REPORT).
Mayor Dieringer called the meeting back to order in open session at 10:27 p.m. City Attorney Jenkins
reported that the City Cauncil met in closed session and na reportable action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the City Council, Mayor Dieringer adjourned the rneeting at 10:28 p.m.
in memory of long time RHCA emplayee Art Beckler. The next regular meeting of the City Council is
scheduled to be held on Monday,Navember 2$, 2015 b�ginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber
at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, Califarnia.
Respectfully s�bmitted,
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Heidi uce
City C�erk
Approved,
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ea Dieringer
Mayor
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