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RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 21, 2001
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Lyon at Fred Hesse Community
Park, 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard and was immediately recessed to a closed session
per the Brown Act Checklist. At 7:32 P.M. the meeting reconvened.
After the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call was answered as follows:
PRESENT: Ferraro, Gardiner, McTaggart, Stern, and Mayor Lyon
ABSENT: None
Also present were City Manager Les Evans; City Attorney Carol Lynch; Director of
Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Joel Rojas; Director of Public Works Dean
Allison; Director of Finance Dennis McLean; Director of Recreation & Parks Ron
Rosenfeld; Acting Principal Planner Greg Pfost; Associate Planner Eduardo Schonborn;
City Clerk/Administrative Services Director Jo Purcell; and, Deputy City Clerk/Recording
Secretary Jackie Drasco.
RECYCLING DRAWING:
The winner from the last drawing was Betty Harwood, who will receive a check for $250,
which represents a year of free refuse service.. Another card was selected.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Councilman Gardiner asked that the item regarding Payment for 2001 July 4t"
Celebration and Extension of Contract item be removed from the Consent Calendar for
discussion. Councilmember Stern asked that the item-regarding Ordinance No. 369 -
Relating to a Transient Occupancy Tax be removed from the Consent Calendar for
discussion.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Councilman Stern, to approve the agenda,
as amended. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR:
Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road, spoke on the following subjects: restrictions on
shooting guns in the city; vaccination of cats; her opposition to the City offering
helicopter rides at the Independence Day celebration; giving credit to whomever
arranged for donations to the Independence Day celebration; and, storm drain repairs
at Palos Verdes Drive and Peppertree.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem MCTaggart, to approve the
amended Consent Calendar as follows:
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 councilmembers after
the reading of the title.
Minutes (301)
Adopted the Minutes of August 7, 2001.
Informal Bid and Pre - Ordering of Pipe for the San Ramon Drainage and Landslide
Stabilization Project (11101 x 604)
Reviewed and reconfirmed by a four - fifths (4/5) vote, the Council's previous action of
August 7, 2001 to authorize staff to conduct an informal bid process and pre -order
drainage pipe for the San Ramon Drainage and Landslide Stabilization Project.
Pre - Ordering of Drainage Pipe for Immediate Storm Drain Repairs Near Palos
Verdes Drive South afid Peppertree Drive (1204 x 604)
Reviewed and reconfirmed by a four -fifths (4/5) vote, the Council's previous action on
August 7, 2001 to authorize staff to conduct an informal bid process and pre -order
HDPE drainage pipe for the Palos Verdes Drive South Drainage Repair Project.
Notice of Completion for Bikeway Route Improvement Project (1204 x 112)
(1) Accepted the work as complete. (2) Authorized the City Clerk to record a Notice of
Completion with the County Recorder; and if no claims are filed within 35 days after
recordation, notify the surety company to exonerate the payment and performance
bonds. (3) Authorized the Director of Public Works to release the 10% retention
payment to PCI, Ltd., 35 days after recordation of the Notice of Completion by the
County Recorder, contingent on no claims being filed on the project.
Resolution No. 2001 -60 - Arterial Rehabilitation Program — Hawthorne &
Crenshaw Boulevards (1204 x 1404)
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -601 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -431
THE BUDGET APPROPRIATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001 -2002, FOR A BUDGET
ADJUSTMENT TO THE CITY'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FUND.
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Gifts for Parks (1201)
Accepted the Gifts for Parks donations and directed staff to prepare letters for the
Mayor's signature expressing the Council's appreciation.
Resol. No. 2001-61 - Register of Demands (602)
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -611 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.
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar carried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Ferraro, Gardiner, McTaggart, Stern, and Mayor Lyon
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Stern on Minutes of August 7 because he was on vacation.
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Payment for 2001 July 4th Celebration and Extension of Contract (1201)
Staff recommendation was to (1) Authorize payment to Conte Productions for the
production of the July 4th, 2001, Independence Day Celebration. (2) Accept Conte
Production's proposal to continue to produce the City's Annual July 4th Independence
Day Celebration for a period of five years, and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute the proposed agreement.
Council discussion focused on modification of the contract for more security for the City
and Mr. Conte in the scheduling of this event to indicate that the agreement may be
terminated by either party upon 9 months (270 days) written notice rather than the 120
days indicated in the agreement presented.
Mr. Conte agreed to the suggested change.
Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Councilmember Gardiner (1) Authorized
a ment to Conte Productions for the production of the July 4th, 2001, Independence
payment p
Day Celebration. (2) Accepted Conte Production's proposal as amended, to continue
to p roduce the City's Annual July 4th Independence Day Celebration for a period of five
years, and authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the proposed
agreement.
The motion carried on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Ferraro, Gardiner, McTaggart, Stern, and Mayor Lyon
NOES: None
Ordinance No. 369 - Relating to a Transient Occupancy Tax (501 x 1501 x 1103)
Staff recommendation was to adopt Ordinance No. 369 relating to a Transient
Occupancy Tax. (This ordinance was introduced on August 7.)
City Attorney Lynch clarified that an owner of a unit (such as the villas at the proposed
Long Point project) would not be subject to transient occupancy tax, nor would
someone renting for longer than 30 days. She said that a developer agreement could
address different types of fees but the transient occupancy tax would not apply.
Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart to ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 369 AMENDING CHAPTER 3.16.030 OF THE RANCHO PALOS
VERDES MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX. (This
ordinance was introduced on August 7.)
The motion carried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Ferraro, Gardiner, McTaggart, Stern, and Mayor Lyon
NOES: None
PUBLIC HEARING:
Resol. No. 2001- 62 - Conformance with the 1999 L.A. County Congestion
Management Program (CMP) and Adoption of the 2001 Local Implementation
Report (1203 x 1505)
Mayor Lyon opened the public hearing on this request to consider a resolution
regarding conformance with the 1999 L.A. County Congestion Management Program
(CMP) and adoption of the 2001 Local Implementation Report. City Clerk Purcell
announced that notice had been duly published and that there were no written
comments received by the City but that correspondence from Barbara Covey had been
received and distributed to the Council just prior to the onset of the meeting.
Associate Planner Schonborn presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the
recommendation to adopt the. proposed resolution adopting the City's 2001 Local
Implementation Report (LIR) and Self- Certifying the City's Conformance with the 1999
Congestion Management Program for Los Angeles County.
Council discussion centered on the possibility of installing a traffic signal in a location
which might not meet the required criteria for traffic congestion but for which special
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circumstances might warrant a signal.
Ann Shaw, 30036 Via Borica, stated that the semi- rural, uncongested, peninsula with its
ocean views should be preserved and special consideration based on common sense
should be made to accomplish this.
Barbara Covey, 2742 San Ramon Drive, a member of the City's Traffic Committee, said
that circumstances in the City were not the same as downtown Los Angeles yet the
same rules applied. She added that special circumstances like fog, steep slopes, and
blind curves as well as a desire to preserve the semi -rural quality of the Peninsula
indicated that sometimes a traffic signal was required even though the guidelines would
not normally indicate this action. (A copy of Ms. Covey's remarks is on file with the City
Clerk's Office)
Additional Council discussion focused on the acknowledgement of the special
circumstances which existed on the Peninsula and the fact that conformance with the
County program was necessary to receive funding for traffic improvements projects,
however, the City had the right to impose stricter standards if so desired.
There being no further testimony, Mayor Lyon closed the public hearing.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart to ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -62 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ADOPTING THE CITY'S 2001 LOCAL
IMPLEMENTATION REPORT (LIR) AND SELF - CERTIFYING THE CITY'S
CONFORMANCE WITH THE 1999 CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR
LOS ANGELES COUNTY. Motion carried.
Resol. Nos. 2001 - 63 and 64 - General Plan Amendment No. 29 — Housing Element
Amendment (1203 x 701)
Mayor Lyon opened the public hearing on this request to consider General Plan
Amendment No. 29 — Housing Element Amendment. City Clerk Purcell announced that
notice had been duly published and that written comments received by the City were
made a part of the agenda packet.
Acting Principal Planner Pfost presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the
recommendation to (1) Adopt the proposed resolution certifying a Negative Declaration
for the Project. (2) Adopt the proposed resolution approving General Plan Amendment
No. 29 for the Final Draft Housing Element.
Council discussion focused on specific aspects of the Amendment; conformance with
the State mandate in order to have the Housing Element approved; and, meetings with
Assemblyman Alan Lowenthal to request his assistance in the State's developing a
more regional, realistic approach to the requirements.
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There being no response to the Mayor's call for public testimony, she declared the
hearing closed.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Councilman Stern to (1) ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -63 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE
PROJECT. (2) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -64, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 29 FOR THE FINAL DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT. Motion
carried.
Mayor Lyon re- opened the Public Hearing.
Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road, asked why Greg Pfost was designated as Acting
Principal Planner.
City Manager Evans explained that because of the departure of Deputy Planning
Director Snow, Mr. Pfost was Acting Principal Planner on an interim basis.
There being no further testimony, Mayor Lyon closed the public hearing.
Use of Federal and State Funding for Supplemental Police Services (601 x 1206)
Mayor Lyon opened the public hearing on this request to consider Use of Federal and
State Funding for Supplemental Police Services. City Clerk Purcell announced that
notice had been duly published and that there were no written comments received by
the City.
City Clerk Purcell presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the
recommendation to approve the continued use of LLEBG (Local Law Enforcement
Block Grant) and COPS (Citizens Option for Police Services) funds to pay for the
CORE Police Team to perform enforcement and crime prevention duties at the schools
in the region and in the area adjacent to and south of Crest Road.
Captain Ed Hitchcock of the L.A. County Lomita Sheriff's Station described details,
benefits, and results of the program.
There being no response to the Mayor's call for public testimony, she declared the
hearing closed.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart, to approve the
continued use of LLEBG (Local Law Enforcement Block Grant) and COPS (Citizens
Option for Police Services) funds to pay for the CORE Police Team to perform
enforcement and crime prevention duties at the schools in the region and in the area
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adjacent to and south of Crest Road. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Robert Scalfaro, 3027 Crest Road, said that he was being sued by a neighbor because
of a covenant from 1990 and he asked that the City remove that covenant because he
felt it sidestepped the City's view ordinance. He cited Council action in 1997 to remove
a covenant under similar circumstances and he asked that the Council review his case
and remove the covenant in question. He said that he had spoken to City Planner
Beilin Yu and View Restoration consultant Steven Jones and they suggested he make
his request to the Council.
Council consensus was that staff prepare a memo describing the situation and place
this request on a future Council agenda if appropriate.
Joseph Piccarelli, 30311 Via Borica, spoke about the proposed Long Point project and
the developer's request to use public land for a portion of the proposed golf course. He
felt that the Planning Commission's prolonged consideration of the developer's EIR
gave the appearance of tacit approval of the City Council for use of public land and he
asked that the Council withdraw the permission to include public land in the Long Point
proposal.
RECESS & RECONVENE:
At 8:27 P.M., Mayor Lyon declared a recess. The meeting reconvened at 8:37 P.M.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
Hawthorne Boulevard Beautification (1204 x 1404)
Director Allison presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the recommendation
to (1) Approve the preliminary median and parkway landscape plans for Hawthorne
Boulevard. (2) Authorize a contract amendment with Land Images, Inc. to provide
professional services in an amount up to $53,500 to prepare final construction plans for
the first phase of landscape improvements for Hawthorne Boulevard. (3) Revise the
expenditure plan for Recycling Fund, by refocusing funds from the neighborhood
beautification program to the Hawthorne Boulevard beautification efforts. (4) Request
staff to prepare afence /wall improvement program for Hawthorne Boulevard that
establishes a single fence /wall type for Hawthorne Boulevard, and provides City funding
toward fence /wall replacement. He presented acomputer- generated video
presentation to illustrate features and costs of the plan.
Tom Lockett of Land Images discussed issues on Hawthorne Boulevard, the process to
study these issues and conclusions reached. He discussed seven sections of
Hawthorne Boulevard, showed drawings in a computer - generated video presentation,
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discussed the image to be created, view preservation and the plan to have blooming
plants at all times.
Susan Powell of Land Images showed photographs of plants and simulations of
proposed completed sections of Hawthorne Boulevard in a computer- generated video
presentation and discussed environmental, view, and economic issues, stating that
non - invasive, native, and existing plants would be used as appropriate. She also said
that screening of undesirable walls was a goal which meant some sidewalks might have
to be relocated; and she discussed the total cost of the project, providing percentages
of various expenses, and the budget for Phase One of the project.
Director Allison discussed funding, providing alternatives for completion of the project in
30 years or 16 years.
Jim Slayden, 37 Mela Lane, discussed smaller median beautification projects in the
past in other parts of the city and felt that homeowners associations had been receiving
recycling funds for several years and that they would probably cooperate with the plan
to redirect these funds toward this project.
Don Shults, 2129 Velez Drive, representing Rolling Hills Riviera Homeowners
Association was concerned that homeowners association and other groups would no
longer be receiving recycling funds. He suggested that Western Avenue also be
considered for beautification and discussed existing "stick -like" trees and unattractive
walls and the benefits for travelers as well as residents.
Council discussion centered on input received by the Council Ad Hoc City Beautification
Committee by staff and the public; the long- needed beautification of Hawthorne
Boulevard; benefits to be received, including increased property values; the redirection
of recycling funds from homeowners association to this project; the beneficial aspects
of the current plan which take into consideration aesthetic, environmental, and
economic issues; and, the continuity to be gained by considering a long -term plan
rather than small sections of Hawthorne, one at a time. There were concerns that 30
years was too long and that additional funding, such as bonds or fundraising, should be
sought to shorten the period to complete the work; and, that alternate plans should be
investigated as well as additional input from the Council, staff and the public. Council
suggestions included the use of large colored rocks for additional interest which would
not need water or maintenance; thinning plants in the first phase of work to be used in
later phases; and, looking into the possibility of charging fees for trucks traveling and
possibly damaging the City's arterials.
Councilman Stern moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart, to continue this
item to the Council meeting of September 4,2001 to provide time for additional input
from Council, Staff and the public.
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RECESS & RECONVENE:
At 9:58 P.M., Mayor Lyon declared a recess. The meeting reconvened at 10:08 P.M.
Zone II Geology Committee Reports (11101 x 1801)
The recommendation was to find that there are insufficient reasons to continue the
distinction between lots in Zone 2 (Abalone Cove), which have been developed and
those lots in Zone 2 which remain vacant. Therefore, the Council directs staff to
prepare an additional exception under Municipal Code 15.020.040 allowing the
construction of homes and appurtenant structures on all approved building lots in Zone
2 which meet a 1.5 local safety factor, provided the requirements of Municipal Code
15.020.050 are also met.
Mayor Lyon suggested that public testimony be taken at this time.
Speaking in support of the recommendation were: Mike Agahee, 1917 Via Tampa,
Lomita, CA 90717; Dave Ruth, 74989 Havasu Court, Indian Wells, CA 92210; John
Monks, 32200 Schooner Drive; Christopher Smith, 1236 Via Landeta, Palos Verdes
Estates, CA 90274; Steve Case, 329 South Humboldt Drive, Henderson, NV 89104;
Dana Ireland, 30 Narcissa Drive; Tracey LeRoy, 7936 3rd St., Downey, CA 90241; Mike
Nopper, 67 Rockinghorse Road; Mike Kiss, 2440 Gleneyre, Laguna Beach, CA 92651;
and, Chris Haber, 8720 Bleriot Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90245.
These speakers focused on the following concerns: Vacant lot owners have been
paying property taxes, ACLAD fees, and weed abatement costs without the ability to
develop their land; two panels of experts have said that the land has not moved in
100,000 years and feel there is not risk to building on these lots, for the vacant lot
owners or the current residents; installation of the sewers should actually improve land
stability by removing water from the soil; applicants for building permits would have to
adhere to the same standards as those for previous construction in Zone Il; and, that
vacant lot owners are asking only for the right to apply to build on their own lot if the
required stability factor can be met, not to institute a mass grading project.
Speaking in opposition to the recommendation were: Alyda White, 32614 Coastsite,
Unit "F"; Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road; Jim Knight, 5 Cinnamon Lane; Jack
Downhill, 20 Vanderlip Drive; Kim Redfield, 6 Peppertree Drive; Alfred Sattler, 1904
Avenida Aprenda; and, Barbara Sattler, 1904 Avenida Aprenda
These speakers focused on the following concerns: The League of Women Voters'
landslide position established in the 1960's and reviewed every year since that time
affirms that development on ancient or active slide areas should be disapproved
entirely; the Council should not risk a lawsuit due to damage from possible land
movement in the future; some felt that the geologists reviewing the current data were
too close to the geologists who performed the initial studies; empathy was expressed
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for people who own vacant lots in Zone II but they were told that there was a building
moratorium; a decision on building in Zone II should be postponed until the pending
geological report is completed and submitted to the City; a decision should be
postponed until the storm drain, sewer, and Altamira Canyon projects are complete; a
question was raised whether current residents in Zone II had been asked about land
movement they might have seen; one speaker indicated that hairline cracks had
widened since the sewer installation began; it was unfair to give right to build to one
property owner while risking damage to existing homes; and, could the property owners
building sign an agreement that they would not sue the City should there be land
movement.
At this time, Mayor Lyon and Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart discussed the details in the
report in the agenda packet.
Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart felt the Council should discuss the possibility of
development in Zone II at this time so that if the results of the geology study when
received indicated that development would be allowed on some lots, a procedure would
be in place to allow property owners to apply without further delay; and, if the report
indicated that building should not be allowed, there would have been no harm in
discussing the possibility. He indicated that he had received information that day from
a property owner indicating that there has been movement in Zone II and that this
would be investigated. Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart said that there had been no analysis
of GPS data since the passing of Perry Ehlig and it was important to have such a report
to indicate whether there had been land movement in this area.
Mayor Lyon acknowledged that this is a complex issue and has been a source of
concern for many years. She reiterated that no approval to build was being given at
this time, only the discussion of setting in motion paperwork to allow application to build.
She agreed that the status of Altamira Canyon and installation of the sewers was
important as well as the investigation into the recent comment that there had been
movement in Zone II, including analysis of GPS data.
A lengthy Council discussion, including several questions addressed to the City
Manager and City Attorney ensued. The questions by Councilman Stern were relative
to the process that was followed in presenting a recommendation for approval of an
additional exception under the Municipal Code for building in Zone 2 of the moratorium
area: confirmation that it had been the position of the City that the landslide moratorium
over the entire area, including Zone 2, was justified by the geological data; that the
direction from the City Council in April 2001 was to have the geological data reviewed
by Cotton Shires and the Peer Review Committee, with said report expected to be
completed the week of September 3, 2001; that the recommendation from the
Subcommittee was that the Council find that there were insufficient reasons to continue
the distinction between developed and undeveloped lots in Zone 2; clarification that the
moratorium was defensible; that the Zone 2 report would be presented to Council when
completed; and, that the April 17, 2001 staff report said that Perry Ehlig and the Peer
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Review Panel had indicated that no building should be allowed prior to the storm drain
and Alta Mira Canyon improvements being completed. Concern was expressed that
any action taken should be based upon the yet -to -be completed geology report.
Further discussion identified the location of the geological data that was being reviewed
to make the distinction between the developed and undeveloped lots: 12 borings on the
York Filiorum property, 7 on the Hon Peacock Flats area, and as many as eight from
either Zone 2 or Zone 5.
Councilman Stern asserted that, in his view, it would have been preferable to wait until
the Peer Review Group had completed and presented their report to the Council before
placing the item on the City Council agenda.
City Manager Evans stated that Bill Cotton had indicated that the report would be
received in the first week of September which would allow the Zone 11 Peer Review
Group to analyze the information and provide a final report at their next meeting on
September 18. City Manager Evans also said that Bill Cotton had received the
information mentioned by Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart regarding a report of land
movement in Zone 11 and that analysis of GPS data would be included in the report.
Council discussion focused on consequences the City would face whether building was
allowed or not; the lack of the geologist's report; the fact that exclusion rather than an
exception was being sought; statements the Mayor made to the Daily Breeze; and,
comments received by property owners in other zone of the moratorium area.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Mayor Lyon, to continue this item to the
Council meeting on September 18 when the final report from the Zone 11 Peer Review
group is received.
Further Council discussion resulted in a suggestion to locate three of the best
geologists from out of the area to provide a completely unbiased analysis of current
data in order to have best information if and when there is litigation based on the City's
decision regarding development in Zone Il.
Councilwoman Ferraro amended her motion, seconded by Mayor Lyon, to continue this
item to the Council meeting on September 18, 2001 and to direct staff to contact the
appropriate scientific body to obtain the name of three independent experts from out of
the area to investigate the studies on hand and to provide an estimate of cost for this
investigation. Motion carried.
RECESS & RECONVENE:
At 11:35 P.M., Mayor Lyon declared a recess. The meeting reconvened at 11:45 P.M.
Review of Large Domestic Animal Nonconformity Statement No. 8 (Sunshine, 6
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Limetree Lane) (1203 x 1808)
Staff recommendation was to affirm staff's determination that the keeping of a
maximum of twelve (12) large domestic animals — of which a maximum of seven (7)
animals may be boarded —may be "grandfathered" for the property at 6 Limetree Lane.
Due to the lateness of the hour, Council consensus was to carry over this item to the
next meeting.
Landslide Moratorium Exception Permit No. 41 (Applicant: Miles Pritzkat,
representing Landowners Jim &Susan Maniscalco) (1203 x 1801)
Director Rojas presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the recommendation
to approve Landslide Moratorium Exception Permit No. 41 allowing the landowner to
proceed with the appropriate applications to request approval for a 1,179- square foot
two -story addition, including a new garage, for property located at 120 Spindrift Lane.
Topics discussed by the Council included view impact, the need for a variance and a
height variation, and the legal non - conforming status of this property. It was clarified
that Council approval of this item did not approve these modifications but only gave the
homeowners the right to apply.
Miles Prtizkat, the homeowners' architect, said that he and his clients concurred with
the staff report and requested that the Council please grant permission for application
to be made.
Councilwoman Ferraro moved, seconded by Councilmember Gardiner, to approve
Landslide Moratorium Exception Permit No. 41 allowing the landowner to proceed with
the appropriate applications to request approval for a 1,179- square foot two -story
addition, including a new garage, for property located at 120 Spindrift Lane. Motion
carried.
Fencing and Signage at Inspiration Point (1101 x 1201)
Staff recommendation was to approve the fencing design and signage for Inspiration
Point and direct staff to install said improvements.
Due to the lateness of the hour, Council consensus was to carry over this item to the
next meeting.
Beautification Grant for the Miraleste Recreation and Park District (1204 x 1200)
Director Allison presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the recommendation
to award a grant in an amount up to $22,000 to the Miraleste Recreation and Park
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District toward neighbor improvements in the Miraleste neighborhood.
A representative from the Homeowner's Association indicated that this request
represented two years' planning and she asked for the Council's approval.
City Attorney Lynch noted that Councilman Stern and Mayor Lyon were not required to
recuse themselves from participating in this item unless they were within 500 yards and
there would be an impact of $10,000 or more on their property value. It was
determined that they did not have to recuse themselves.
Councilmember Gardiner moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart, to adopt
staff recommendation. Motion carried.
Additional Traffic Enforcement —Pilot Program (301 x 1206)
City Clerk Purcell presented the staff report of August 21, 2001 and the
recommendation to approve the Sheriff's proposal to conduct a three -month pilot
program increasing traffic enforcement during the PM hours and during the weekends
at a cost of $10,200.
Mayor Pro Tern McTaggart moved, seconded by Councilwoman Ferraro, to adopt staff
recommendation.
The motion carried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Ferraro, Gardiner, McTaggart, Stern, and Mayor Lyon
NOES: None
Adoption of City Council Policy on Border Issues (1101 x 306)
Staff recommendation was to adopt City Council Policy No. 34 which establishes a
policy for handling "Border Issues."
Due to the lateness of the hour, Council consensus was to carry over this item to the
next meeting.
Mobile Food Vendor Controls (11101 x 1502)
Staff recommendation was to direct staff to prepare an amended ordinance imposing
additional restrictions on mobile food vendor parking.
Due to the lateness of the hour, Council consensus was to carry over this item to the
next meeting.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney Lynch reported that no action was taken.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS:
CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
ADJOURNMENT: Adjourned at 1:45 A.M. on motion of Councilman Stern.
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