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CC 20161101 B 20161004 DRAFT CC MINSDRAFT MINUTES RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 4, 2016 The meeting was called to order at 7:04 P.M. by Mayor Dyda at Fred Hesse Community Park, 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard. City Council roll call was answered as follows: PRESENT: Brooks*, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich, and Mayor Dyda ABSENT: None *Councilwoman Brooks participated via teleconference. Also present were Doug Willmore, City Manager; David Aleshire, City Attorney; Gabriella Yap, Deputy City Manager; Michael Throne, Director of Public Works; Cory Linder, Director of Recreation and Parks; Deborah Cullen, Director of Finance; Ara Mihranian, Community Development Director; Nicole Jules Deputy Director of Public Works; Daniel Trautner, Deputy Director of Recreation and Parks; and Teresa Takaoka, Acting City Clerk. Also present was Captain Dan Beringer, Lomita Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Director Linder. MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Dyda discussed his desire for continued civility and decorum during meetings. He noted the resources available to residents should they feel they have legitimate claims they wish to pursue such as filing complaints with the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) or through litigation. RECYCLE AND EMERGENCY PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS KIT DRAWING: Mayor Dyda announced Recyclers of the Month from the September 20, 2016, City Council meeting: Lucy M. Howard and Bud Grubelic. He indicated that all winners receive a check for $250 and urged everyone to participate in the City's Recycling Program. He noted that in addition to winning the Recycler Drawing, the two individuals also won a Personal Emergency Preparedness Kit from the City valued at $60.00. Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 1 of 7 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Councilman Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to approve the agenda, as presented. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich, and Mayor Dyda NOES: None ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Audience Comments regarding Items Not on the Agenda) Noel Weiss, provided comments regarding compliance issues related to Green Hills Memorial Park. Matt Martin, provided comments regarding setback issues and compliance related to Green Hills Memorial Park. Mickey Rodich, shared his views regarding the Master Plan for Ladera Linda Park. Lori Brown, applauded the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department (Lomita Station) for their active role especially in the trail areas and is grateful for their presence. Janet Gunter, provided comments regarding Item 2 (Consideration and Possible Action to Review the Current Status of Border Issues, and Provide Direction Regarding the Continuation of the Border Issues Status Report as a Regular Agenda) and the need for continued reporting by the City. Booth Tarkington, provided comments regarding the various utility companies and requested clarification as to which entity one would appeal to for assistance. CITY MANAGER REPORT: City Manager Willmore reported on: the new street sweeping schedule which is also available on the City's website; a block wall failure on Hawthorne Boulevard; the City's Coastal Cleanup Event held on September 17, 2016; the Ladera Linda Master Plan Workshops that have utilized and continue to utilize resident participation and feedback. CONSENT CALENDAR: Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented, after Mayor Pro Tem Campbell received clarification on one question regarding Item E (Consideration and Possible Action to Renew the Agreement with Portuguese Bend Cooperative Nursery School for Use of the Beach School Property). Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 2 of 7 The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich, and Mayor Dyda 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 Minutes Approved the Minutes of the September 6, 2016 Regular Meeting. Register of Demands ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2016-44, 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. Consideration and Possible Action Regarding the August 2016 Cash Balances/Monthly Treasurer's Report Received and filed the August 2016 Cash Balances/Monthly Treasurer's Report. Consideration and Possible Action to Renew the Agreement with Portuguese Bend Cooperative Nursery School for Use of the Beach School Property Renewed the agreement with Portuguese Bend Cooperative Nursery School for use of the Beach School Property for a further 9 months (September 6, 2016, to June 30, 2017). Consideration and Possible Action Regarding a Claim Against the City by Charles Edwards Rejected the claim and directed Staff to notify the claimant. REGULAR BUSINESS: Consideration and Possible Action to Take Positions Regarding Proposition 53 Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 3 of 7 (Revenue Bonds: Statewide Voter Approval. Constitutional Amendment) and Proposition 54 (California Legislature Transparency Act of 2016) on the November 8, 2016, Statewide Ballot Acting City Clerk Takaoka reported that there was one request to speak regarding this item. Noel Weiss, provided comments regarding Proposition 53 and his support for the revenue bond. Discussion ensued among Council Members and staff. Councilman Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to approve staff recommendation, however a friendly amendment was suggested by Mayor Pro Tem Campbell to bifurcate Staff recommendation into two separate motions since he could support only one of them. The maker of the motion accepted the bifurcation. The first part of the motion to: 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-45, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES HEREBY OPPOSING PROPOSITION 53 passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Duhovic, Misetich and Mayor Dyda NOES: Campbell ABSENT: None The second part of the motion to: 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-46, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES THEREBY SUPPORTING PROPOSITION 54 passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich, and Mayor Dyda NOES: None ABSENT: None Consideration and Possible Action to Review the Current Status of Border Issues, and Provide Direction Regarding the Continuation of the Border Issues Status Report as a Regular Agenda Item Acting City Clerk Takaoka reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the meeting and there were four requests to speak regarding this item Noel Weiss, strongly urged the Council to have Staff continue sharing updates via the Border Issues Status report. Al Sattler, requested that Staff continue to provide the Border Issues Status report as it is an excellent report with important information. Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 4 of 7 Elizabeth Sala, commented on the excellent report and noted that it is because of newer guidelines and available resources for the public to review that corporations like Rancho LPG cannot store dangerous substances. Barbara Sattler, commented that the report Staff produces is so informative and well written it should be continued. Discussion ensued among Council Members and Staff. Initially the request for a staff report was previously waived, but after public testimony Council asked for a staff report. Senior Administrative Analyst Fox provided a staff report regarding this item. Discussion ensued among Council Members and Staff. Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Councilman Duhovic, to approve Staff recommendation to: 1) receive and file the current report on the status of Border Issues; and, 2) have Staff provide the Border Issues report not less than twice a year, or as needed; and 3) return a later date with a revision of City Council Policy No. 34 accordingly. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich and Mayor Dyda NOES: None ABSENT: None Consideration and Possible Action to Analyze the Desired Level of Involvement and Communication Enhancements with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) Board of Directors Acting City Clerk Takaoka reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the meeting and there were fourteen requests to speak regarding this item. Mayor Dyda called a brief recess from 8:22 P.M. to 8:34 P.M. Mayor Pro Tem Campbell returned to the dais at 8:36 P.M. Director of Recreation and Parks Linder introduced Administrative Analyst II Katie Lozano. Administrative Analyst II Lozano provided a staff report and PowerPoint presentation regarding this item. Cassie Jones, Bill Ailor, Ken Swenson, of PVPLC, provided comments regarding the Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 5 of 7 Conservancy's role; the importance of the City's relationship with the Conservancy; what they viewed as the City's obligation to the Conservancy; and their desire for effective and open lines of communication. Robert Kautz, Barbara Sattler, Noel Park, Rancho Palos Verdes, offered their comments and suggestions for increased communication; coordination of land management issues; and the need for a collaborative relationship. Susan Wilcox, PVPLC, shared her role in the Conservancy and discussed the complexities and challenges of working with all involved, as well as the need for open lines of communication between all parties. Judy Herman, Al Sattler, and Eva Cicoria provided comments regarding the need for improved Communication between the entities, and the City's potential role on the Conservancy's Board. Elizabeth Sala and Carolynn Petru expressed their desire to see greater lines of communication between the City and the Conservancy as well as a more focused approach as to each sides needs and perspectives. Andrea Vona, PVPLC, discussed effective options for the roles of the Conservancy and the City; the role that social media has played in bringing more attendance to the area; habitat restoration, staffing and volunteering. Eileen Hupp, Chamber of Commerce, provided comments regarding on the role of the Conservancy and the active role the Conservancy has with the Chamber. Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Councilman Duhovic, to approve increased involvement and communication with PVPLC Board of Directors by: 1) the creation of a City Preserve Subcommittee; 2) having Staff in attendance at Board meetings; and 3) the creation of a President's Advisory Council. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich and Mayor Dyda NOES: None ABSENT: None Consideration and Possible Action to Authorize the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to Continue Contract RPVty Services on a Month -to -Month Basis and Approve Invoices Beyond their $25,000 Authorization Limit Until the Agreements are Negotiated Councilman Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to approve Staff recommendation to: Authorize the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to approve Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 6 of 7 invoices beyond their $25,000 limit for contract RPVty services while agreements are being negotiated. The motion passed on the following roll call vote: AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Duhovic, Misetich and Mayor Dyda NOES: None ABSENT: None FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: The following items were raised by Council Members as future agenda items: Follow Up Report and Letters to PVPUSD and AYSO (Dyda and Brooks) Follow Up on Status of Turf Remediation at Hesse Park (Dyda) Request for Joint Planning Commission and City Council Joint Meeting (Dyda) Review of Staffing Position Regarding Neighborhood Watch (Campbell) CITY COUNCIL ORAL REPORTS: Each Council Member present reported on his/her attendance at various organization and association meetings since the last City Council Oral Reports were provided on May 3, 2016. ADJOURNMENT: At 10:07 P.M., Mayor Dyda adjourned the meeting. Attest: Acting City Clerk W:\City Council Minutes\2016\20161004 DRAFT CC MINS.docx Mayor Draft City Council Minutes October 4, 2016 Page 7 of 7