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CC MINS 20101221 MINUTES RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 21, 2010 The meeting was called to order at 7:03 P.M. by Mayor Long at Fred Hesse Community Park, 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard. City Council roll call was answered as follows: PRESENT: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long ABSENT: None Also present were Carolyn Lehr, City Manager; Carolynn Petru, Deputy City Manager; Carol Lynch, City Attorney; Dennis McLean, Director of Finance/Information Technology (IT); Joel Rojas, Community Development Director; Ray Holland, Director of Public Works; Ara Mihranian, Deputy Community Development Director; Kathryn Downs, Deputy Director of Finance/IT; Nicole Jules, Senior Engineer; Ron Dragoo, Senior Engineer; and Carla Morreale, City Clerk. FLAG SALUTE: The Flag Salute was led by Mayor Long. MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Long announced the recent departure of Kay Finer, Executive Director of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and recognized her five years of service. He presented her with a plaque from the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and thanked her for her years of service to the community. RECYCLE DRAWING: Mayor Long announced Recyclers of the Month from the December 7, 2010 City Council meeting: John Swoboda and Robert Long. He indicated that all winners receive a check for $250 representing a year of free refuse service and urged everyone to participate in the City's Recycling Program. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Misetich, to approve the agenda. Without objection, Mayor Long so moved. City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 1 of 15 PUBLIC COMMENTS: Ken Dyda, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that during the formation of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes there was not time or the knowledge to develop a Charter for the City. He opined that the State continues to mismanage and usurp tax revenues from the City and noted that a proper Charter can result in protecting certain tax revenues and allowing the City to get more for its tax dollars in City contract costs. He noted that to protect the City, the Charter must and does contain the restriction that the City zoning will be consistent with the City goals and General Plan; and the total employee and Council compensation package and benefits will be made transparent and will be listed on the City's website. He concluded that the citizens of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes are very involved and he supported the City Charter. Sharon Yarber, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the Charter is a very important issue facing the City, noting that she wanted the residents of the City to be well informed. She stated that she is attempting to become well informed; a Charter has merits; and that this Charter is not necessarily the one she would like to see adopted. She stated that she has requested information regarding the Charter and is waiting for a response. She requested that the Charter City Committee contact information be made available to residents so that they can respond to resident questions as expeditiously as possible. She also requested that the Committee be very transparent in the workshops that they will be holding so that the residents can attend and voice their opinions. City Manager Lehr stated that the Charter City Committee contact information has been made available to the public to the extent that each Committee Member has authorized. City Attorney Lynch and Deputy City Manager Petru reported that there is a group distribution email address for the Charter City Committee, which is the following: chartercityCa�rpv.com. CITY MANAGER REPORT: Councilman Wolowicz presented Mayor Long with a license plate frame as Mayor for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes in 2011. Senior Engineer Ron Dragoo provided a status update report regarding the recent storms and clean-up process by several agencies at 25th Street/Palos Verdes Drive South. NEW BUSINESS: APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR: City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence regarding Item No. 3 (Border Issues Status Report) was distributed prior to the meeting; and there were requests to City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 2 of 15 speak regarding Item No. 4 (Fence and Other Installations for the City Hall Campus Power Generator System) and Item No. 5 (Agreement to Use Right-of-Way at Menominee Place). Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Councilman Wolowicz, to approve the Consent Calendar with Item No. 3 to follow after Regular Business items and Item Nos. 4 and 5 to follow immediately after the Consent Calendar. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion to Waive Full Reading Adopted a motion to waive reading in full of all ordinances presented at this meeting with consent of the waiver of reading deemed to be given by all Council Members after the reading of the title. Approval of the Minutes Approved the Minutes of the November 30, 2010 Adjourned Regular Meeting. Border Issues Status Report This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Fence and Other Installations for the City Hall Campus Power Generator System This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Agreement to Use Right-of-Way at Menominee Place This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Register of Demands ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2010-107, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING FUNDS FROM WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. # # # # # # Fence and Other Installations for the City Hall Campus Power Generator System City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 3 of 15 Sunshine, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she supported the plan for the work to be done, noting that this project was moved up in priority over the requested trail work on Sunnyside Ridge Road. Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Councilman Wolowicz, to approved the staff recommendation to: 1) Approve the installation of fences around the City Hall power generator, fuel tanks, two electrical panels, bollards around the new transformer, and a concrete surface over the mound in the vicinity of the generator; and, 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2010-108, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2010-55, THE CITY'S BUDGET APPROPRIATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11, FOR A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT TO THE CITY'S BUILDING REPLACEMENT/IMPROVEMENTS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long NOES: None ABSENT: None Agreement to Use Right-of-Way at Menominee Place Sunshine, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she had a conversation with staff that this agreement could set a good precedent, but noted she had concerns the agreement could be filed away and forgotten. She stated that there should be a trail from the Grayslake neighborhood into the Malibu Canyon trails network, but this property owner and three of his neighbors have fenced off the City's easement at this location and noted this agreement would give him permission for this to continue until the City discontinues that use. She stated that her concern was that staff does not have a directive or policy to actively pursue similar agreements where other private property owners are obstructing trail opportunities on City easements. Council and staff discussion ensued. Councilman Campbell moved, seconded by Councilman Stern, to continue this item to the January 18, 2011 City Council meeting to allow for discussion between staff and Council Members with a request for information to be brought back to Council. Council discussion continued. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long NOES: None City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 4 of 15 ABSENT: None PUBLIC HEARINGS: Neighborhood Parking Permit Fees and Other Cost Based Fees City Clerk Morreale reported that notice of the public hearing was duly published, no written protests received, and there was one request to speak on the item. Mayor Long declared the public hearing open. Deputy Director of Finance/IT Downs provided a brief staff report regarding this item. Council and staff discussion ensued. Robert West, Rolling Hills Riviera Homeowners Association (HOA), Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the HOA has reviewed the staff report and opined that Alternate No. 2 should be approved. He noted that the problem on Avenida Aprenda is that school staff members park on the street during the school day. He stated that it was not fair for the residents to have to pay for parking in front of their homes; commented on the traffic safety around the Dodson Middle School area; and noted that the HOA was willing to pay for the establishment of the one-time funding of$1,000 to $2,000 for the program in its neighborhood. The public hearing was held on this matter. Councilman Wolowicz moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Misetich, to approve Neighborhood Parking Permit Program Alternative No. 2, and to revoke business license processing fees. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Misetich, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long NOES: Campbell and Stern ABSENT: None REGULAR BUSINESS: Proposed Revision to City Council Policy No. 41 — Reserve Policies City Clerk Morreale reported that there was one request to speak on this item. Director of Finance/IT McLean provided a brief staff report regarding the proposed revision to City Council Policy No. 41-Reserve Policies. City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 5 of 15 Council and staff discussion ensued. Ken Dyda, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that he agreed that the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenues should not be used for operating expenses, but expressed concern with the general nature of directing the TOT to the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). He noted that the priorities should be reviewed since the CIP list can include many items including infrastructure. He reported that during the discussions about the storm drain problem, there was a discussion that when the TOT became available would be applied to that infrastructure. He encouraged the Council to set aside the TOT in the CIP to be earmarked for infrastructure including storm drains, sewers, and the Tarapaca project. Mayor Pro Tem Misetich moved, seconded by Councilman Wolowicz, to approve the staff recommendation with TOT funds being earmarked for infrastructure projects. Council and staff discussion ensued. Mayor Long moved a substitute motion, to adopt staff recommendation and direct staff to bring forward for the Council's consideration the reordering of the CIP priorities as needed to explore the possibility of infrastructure projects including the Tarapaca Project. The substitute motion died for a lack of a second. Mayor Pro Tem Misetich moved a substitute motion, seconded by Councilman Stern, to adopt the staff recommendation. The substitute motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long NOES: None ABSENT: None RECESS AND RECONVENE: Mayor Long called a brief recess from 8:20 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. REGULAR NEW BUSINESS: Processing Issues Related to the Proposed Annenberg Project at Lower Pt. Vicente City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the meeting and there were 28 requests to speak regarding this item. City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 6 of 15 Deputy Community Development Director Mihranian provided a brief staff report regarding this item. Council and staff discussion ensued. Councilmen Stern and Campbell reported that they had three subcommittee meetings in the last month regarding the status of the Annenberg Project. Leonard Aube, Rancho Palos Verdes, provided an overview of the Executive Summary of the Annenberg Project. He thanked the Council and subcommittee for its collaborative work to proceed in conversations with the National Park Service (NPS) and the California State Parks Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) regarding the project. He reported on the philanthropic work of the Annenberg Foundation to contribute to the needs of many worldwide and in the local community. He provided a summary and PowerPoint presentation of the proposed Annenberg Project for the Lower Pt. Vicente Project, which is a sponsored gift to the community. He reported on the goals of the plan; location of the project; scale, specific aspects, design and goals of the project. Mark Sturgeon, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the Annenberg Project does not belong at Lower Pt. Vicente and that many in the community have weighed in that the proposed location is the wrong location for the project, and that the project does not comply with deed restrictions, Program of Utilization (POU), and City's General Plan. He encouraged the Council to rescind the current Planning applications for the project as proposed for Lower Pt. Vicente. Vic Quirarte, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the opponents to the project want the open space at Lower Pt. Vicente to remain as it currently exists into perpetuity. He noted that the proponents of the project are also environmentalists, but desire the approval of the Annenberg Project so that the land can be used by the community and public more effectively. Don Eichhorn, Rolling Hills Estates, stated that he is a past President of Los Serenos and lifetime resident of the Peninsula and is in favor of the Annenberg Project. He stated that he was very much in favor of the Annenberg Project and noted that he was impressed with Mayor Long's summation of the project at the November 16, 2010 Council meeting and with the Annenberg Foundation. He opined that if the Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center is appropriate for Lower Pt. Vicente then so is the Annenberg Project, and encouraged the Council to keep the project alive for the Lower Pt. Vicente site. Sharon Yarber, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that at the November 16, 2010 Council Meeting, three of the Council Members clearly stated that they did not believe that the project complied with the General Plan, although a formal finding was not made. She noted that six Planning Commissioners found it impossible to make a finding that the City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 7 of 15 project is in compliance with the General Plan and sought guidance from the Council to come to that final conclusion. She stated that the NPS has already weighed in on the project as proposed in the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) and provided an informal determination regarding their findings. She recommended that the Council should consider the following alternative in addition to staff's options: determine that the project does not comply with the General Plan; allow the Annenberg Foundation to prepare a proposed project that will comply with the General Plan that will meet the recreational needs of the community; and after the community and Council weighs in on the project, submit the informal proposal to the NPS. Mary Jane Schoenheider, Palos Verdes Estates, stated that she is an avid supporter of the Annenberg Project and requested that the Council approve the recommendations as submitted by staff. Valerie Blitz, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the Annenberg Project as submitted was out of compliance and cannot be approved. She noted that the staff and Council should not waste any additional time on this project and commented on the possible sources of fund raising for improvements at Lower Pt. Vicente, including a $400,000 bequest from the V. Conze Living Trust. She stated that there are many talented residents who can assist with fundraising and ideas to further park enhancements without allowing the Annenberg domestic animal care center to be built at the Lower Pt. Vicente site. She requested that the Council formalize the November 16, 2010 vote and rescind the Planning applications. Katie Traeger, San Pedro, stated that in March 2009 the V. Conze Living Trust made a $392,000 donation for a native garden and tree area at the Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center and noted that additional private and public funding can be found. She stated that the community's vision for Lower Pt. Vicente can be summed up as "outdoor." She noted that the community desired a 4-acre grassy area, with access for free play and relaxing and picnic areas; native plant gardens with interpretive signage; interpretive geology signage; an edible garden; ADA trails; campsite; storytelling; Tongva Village; and a bioswale. She requested the Council find the Annenberg proposal no longer an active option. Edward Stevens, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that he is opposed to the Annenberg Project at the Lower Pt. Vicente site. He stated that the idea was a good one, but that the project did not belong along the coast. He stated there are numerous buildings along the Rancho Palos Verdes coastline obstructing the coastal view including those at Trump National Golf Course and the Terranea Resort. He stated that residents moved to Rancho Palos Verdes to enjoy the views and suggested that the Annenberg Foundation could develop the park area with nice trails and park benches. Lenee Bilski, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she was opposed to the staff recommendation, noting that three government agencies have stated that they are unlikely to approve the proposed project in its present location. She noted that the City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 8 of 15 Annenberg Foundation has no ownership rights in the property and that City staff should not engage in advocacy for the project with the State and Federal officials or propose to negotiate an exchange of City coastal parkland with the Annenberg Foundation. She noted she was opposed to the location of the building, a private institutional structure, on private parkland. Judy Herman,, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she believes the Annenberg Foundation is a wonderful organization, but noted that the proposed project is not a good idea for Lower Pt. Vicente, and spoke in support of a native garden to beautify the site. She read into the record the thoughts of Eva Cicoria regarding the laws of the City and the non-compliance of the proposed project as a development along the coastline. Lori Jones, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that there are people who live in apartments and condominiums in adjacent cities who do not wish this project to be built at Lower Pt. Vicente because they enjoy the open space at the Lower Pt. Vicente site. She noted that she was in favor of the proposed Annenberg Project at Upper Pt. Vicente, but not at Lower Pt. Vicente. Chris Wilson, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that he was in support of the proposed project with concurrent discussions with the NPS. He suggested that the NPS should visit the site, conduct an examination, and walk the property to see what the proposed project would look like at the site. He noted there would be significant trail connections with the Annenberg Project from Lower Pt. Vicente to Pt. Fermin. He noted there were deed restrictions for the property, but that only four percent of the property would be built upon, and 96 percent would remain open space. He urged the approval of the project as proposed. Christine Campbell, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that her parents were involved in the City formation years ago to prevent development along the coastline. She noted that the charm and value of this area is about the incomparable beauty along the coastline. She stated that the magic of this area is its open space and unobstructed vistas which brings pleasure and wonder to all generations. Lorraine O'Grady, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she lives at Ocean Front Estates and is in support of the proposed Annenberg Project. She noted that she was proud of the Trump National Golf Course, Terranea Resort, and Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center, which are legacies for future generations. She stated that open space does not constitute a public park and encouraged the Council to continue the application process for the Annenberg Project. Rosemary Campbell, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the Annenberg Project is a wonderful project but not for the Lower Pt. Vicente site. She noted that Upper Pt. Vicente site should be a strong contender as a location for the Annenberg Project due to its ocean views and zoning for institutional uses, as recommended by NPS and OGALS after their initial review of the Draft EIR. She stated that the Annenberg City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 9 of 15 Foundation should change the focus of the project and the location and that staff should be directed to process the application once it has been brought into compliance with the site. She noted that the NPS directive was that a need for the project in public parkland needed to be established. Caryl Schwartz, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she encouraged the Council to move forward with the Annenberg Project at the Lower Pt. Vicente site. She stated that the current site needs improvements and that the trail improvements would enable more of the open space to be utilized. She noted that the components of the building itself has environmental attributes and will mesh with the view and concluded that the project is a gift to the community and future generations. She suggested moving forward concurrently with the project on the City and State levels. Emiley Daly, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that many have benefited over the years with the unspoiled open space land at Lower Pt. Vicente. She stated that undeveloped land has a high intrinsic value and cannot be replaced. She opposed the Annenberg Project at the Lower Pt. Vicente site and opined that the proposed project was a misuse of public property and in conflict with the desires and priorities of the majority of the community. Brenda McNamara, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the public has been vocal about this project because they love the land, and noted she was not opposed to the Annenberg Project but was opposed to the proposed location. She stated that it is a fallacy that if there is a development present the public will have more access. She shared information regarding the approval of the construction of the current building at Lower Pt. Vicente. She stated that views will be affected by cars in the proposed Annenberg Project building and parking lots. George Newner, Long Beach, stated that he has been a docent since 2003, noting that he appreciates the open vista view; has seen much of the coastline succumb to development; and noted that the Annenberg Project was inappropriate at the Lower Pt. Vicente location. He stated that 57 percent of the correspondence with the staff report indicated opposition to the project as well as the late correspondence submitted. He stated that one-third of the building is not available to the public according to his analysis of the plans. Kirk Retz, Rolling Hills Estates, reiterated the possible decisions to be made by Council and noted that the proposed structure is an open space type building similar to the Wayfarer's Chapel. He noted that the Council should consider the State and Federal Agencies' suggestion to submit the proposal to them for their analysis to determine if the project fits within the deed restrictions for the site. Pam Crane, Rolling Hills, stated that she continues to be in support of the Annenberg Project which will enhance the property with expansion of the parklands, trails, and restoration of the native plants and natural habitat at the site. She opined that the City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 10 of 15 project will dovetail with the Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center creating a connection between marine life and domestic animals. She encouraged moving the project forward through the entitlement process. Dena Friedson, Palos Verdes Estates, stated that the Annenberg request to continue the Planning process offered no revisions to the original proposal for a domestic animal care facility, except to give the facility to the City and manage all 26 acres of Lower Pt. Vicente instead of leasing them. She noted that the NPS informed the City that many elements of the proposed Annenberg facility do not fall under an eligible recreational use. She continued that the quitclaim deed for Lower Pt. Vicente stated that the property shall be used and maintained for the public purpose for which it was conveyed in perpetuity as set forth in the POU and plan contained in the application submitted by the grantee on February 27, 1976; and that amendments to the POU shall be consistent with purposes for which the property was transferred. She urged the Council to deny the project as proposed. Eva Cicoria, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she opposed the project at the site and the opponents have spoken eloquently regarding their concerns. Kathy Johnson, Rolling Hills Estates, stated that she urged the Council to move forward with the Annenberg Project proposal simultaneously with the State process. She stated that she is a huge advocate for open space protection, and noted that the proposed project is consistent with the open space feel and the beautiful Peninsula. She stated that the Annenberg Foundation has proven in past work that they design beautiful, intelligent and tasteful projects and encouraged the Council to move forward with the project concurrently with the State process. Elizabeth Sala, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that her children grew up on the Peninsula, and they have noted over the years the loss of coastline. She stated that the Annenberg Project is a great project, but should be placed in a different location. She stated that since the Annenberg application was for a project that would not comply with the City laws applicable to Lower Pt. Vicente, she stated the City staff should be directed to not submit a formal consistency request application to the NPS and OGALS. She suggested that the Annenberg Foundation should submit a new proposal consistent with the NPS and OGALS correspondence, the City's General Plan, and other laws. Marian Locascio, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she was opposed to the staff recommendation. She noted that the Vision Plan showed the City of Rancho Palos Verdes as urban, but the City is not urban but instead is more on the wild side. She stated that the land would not be preserved by building on it; nature is the best form of unstructured learning; she never visited a museum until she was in college; she applauded the Annenberg Foundation for their work; she was not in favor of the project even without the animal care facility; and noted that the Creator was the best designer. City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 11 of 15 Melani Lundquist, stated that she was in support of the Annenberg Project, noting that there has been much emotionality and falsehoods regarding the project. She noted she was in favor of the Council continuing the process with the Annenberg Foundation and commented that fundraising on the Palos Verdes Peninsula has not been the greatest place to raise money. She stressed the lack of public dollars for education, and noted this project had a strong educational emphasis. Howard Litwak, Project Manager, Annenberg Foundation, stated that he had four key points: 1) The Annenberg Foundation thought long and hard about returning after the November 16, 2010 Council meeting; 2) They talked with OGALS and Mr. Seigenthaler of the NPS and both said this was the appropriate thing to do and that OGALS and the NPS were very clear about the fact that they have not made a determination; 3) The POU is not engraved in stone and referenced the language in the quitclaim deed stating that this property shall be used and maintained for the public purpose for which it was conveyed in perpetuity as set forth in the POU and plan contained in the application submitted by the grantee on February 27, 1976, which program and plan may be amended from time to time at the request of either the Grantor or Grantee with the written concurrence of the other party and such amendments will be added to and become part of the original application. He concluded that there was no restriction regarding how the POU might be amended. 4) He noted that there were 12 points on the POU, and five or six of those are currently in violation. He encouraged everyone to carefully review the POU and stated that he hoped the Annenberg Foundation could return to Council after meetings with OGALS and NPS. RECESS AND RECONVENE: Mayor Long called a brief recess from 10:16 P.M. to 10:26 P.M. Council and staff discussion ensued. Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Mayor Long, to adopt the staff recommendation of Alternate No. 1 to: Temporarily suspend the City's entitlement process for the proposed Annenberg Project at Lower Point Vicente for the purpose of directing Staff to work with the Annenberg Foundation to submit a formal application to the National Park Service (NPS) and the State Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) in order to obtain their approval of the proposed Annenberg Foundation project for Lower Point Vicente. Council and staff discussion continued. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, and Mayor Long NOES: Wolowicz ABSENT: None City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 12 of 15 RECESS AND RECONVENE: Mayor Long called a brief recess from 11:17 P.M. to 11:28 P.M. PAUSE TO CONSIDER THE REMAINDER OF THE AGENDA: City Initiated Ordinance Creating a Ministerial Process to Adjust the Moratorium Boundary Lines Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Councilman Campbell, to waive the staff report. Without objection, Mayor Long so ordered. Councilman Stern proposed a minor modification to the language for clarification that the application should require the signatures of all property owners for the affected property. City Attorney Lynch agreed to the modification for the purpose of clarification. Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Councilman Campbell, to: INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO. 517, AS AMENDED, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE TO ADJUST THE BOUNDARY OF THE LANDSLIDE MORATORIUM AREA. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Campbell, Misetich, Stern, Wolowicz, and Mayor Long NOES: None ABSENT: None Mayor's Appointment of City Council Members to Intergovernmental Organizations, Associations and City Subcommittees City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the meeting regarding this item. Mayor Long reported that he had assigned Councilman Campbell and Mayor Pro Tem Misetich to many of the appointments to allow for one newer Council Member on each committee as much as possible. Mayor Long noted the following changes: 1) The MAX Transit assignments would remain in place since the City is still a participant in the program at this time; 2) Councilman Campbell was removed from the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) and SBCCOG Transportation Committees and Mayor Pro Tem Misetich was appointed to those assignments; 3) Mayor Pro Tem Misetich was removed from the Upper Pt. Vicente Ad Hoc Committee and Councilman City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 13 of 15 Campbell was appointed to that assignment; 4) Mayor Pro Tem Misetich was removed from the Trump National Golf Club Committee and Councilman Campbell was appointed to that assignment; and, 5) Councilman Stern was appointed by default to the Los Angeles County West Vector Control District. Council directed staff to bring this item back, as amended, on the Consent Calendar at the January 18, 2011 City Council Meeting. Council Meeting Schedule Deputy City Manager Petru reported that in addition to the dates mentioned in the staff report for the Community Leaders' Breakfast, January 29, 2011 was available at Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center if the Council was willing to begin the meeting at 8:30 A.M. since the Docent Appreciation Lunch would start at 11:30 A.M. at the same venue. Councilman Wolowicz moved, seconded by Councilman Campbell, to: 1) Cancel the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 4, 2011; and, 2) Select January 29, 2011 at 8:30 A.M. as the date for a Community Leaders' Breakfast meeting to be held at Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center. Without objection, Mayor Long so ordered. Border Issues Status Report City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the meeting regarding this item. Councilman Campbell requested that this item be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion. He provided a status update regarding the Ponte Vista Project. Mayor Pro Tem Misetich reported that he reviewed the letter to Councilwoman Janice Hahn regarding the Rancho LPG butane storage facility on Gaffey Street and suggested an amendment to the letter. He noted that Pier 400 did not have room for this facility and moving it to that site would pose a risk to residents on the south east side of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. Mayor Pro Tem Misetich moved, seconded by Councilman Stern, to: 1) Receive and file the current report on the status of Border Issues; and, 2) Authorize the Mayor to sign the letter to Los Angeles City Councilwoman Janice Hahn expressing our residents' concerns about the Rancho LPG butane storage facility, as amended. Without objection, Mayor Long so ordered. CITY COUNCIL ORAL REPORTS: City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 14 of 15 Each of the Council Members reported on his attendance at various organization and association meetings since the last City Council Oral Reports were provided on December 7, 2010. ADJOURNMENT: At 12:01 A.M., Mayor Long adjourned the meeting. Mayor Attest: City Clerk W:\City Council Minutes\201O\20101221 CC MINS.doc City Council Minutes December 21, 2010 Page 15 of 15