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the City's Annual Report regarding the status of the General Plan. The attached Annual Report
delineates the seven State mandated elements of the General Plan. The report also lists recent
developments, progress and actions implemented by the City between January 1, 2013 and
December 31, 2013. Each achievement, or action, is followed by a reference to the appropriate
goal and/or policy that is applied by the action. The full text of each policy and goal that is
implemented by the action is also included at the end of the Annual Report. Staff believes that
the goals and policies of the City's General Plan continue to be implemented by actions taken by
the City while balancing community needs, property rights, and the health, safety and welfare of
the general public.
The attached Annual Report was presented to the Planning Commission on March 11, 2014.
The Planning Commission made no changes to the Annual Report and approved the Annual
Report on a 7-0 vote. The Annual Report is now being presented to the City Council for its
consideration. Upon approval by the Council, the Annual Report will be subsequently forwarded
to the State Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to implementing the Goals and Policies set forth in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes
General Plan, the items described in the attached 2013 General Plan Annual Implementation
Report also support the following 2013 City Council Goals and Priorities:
Public Safety and Traffic Issues
* Focus on Traffic Enforcement
* Increase Sheriffs Presence on South and
West Sides of the Cit
San Ramon Canyon Project
* San Ramon Can on Stabilization
Citizen Involvement
* Cit Do Beach
Public Infrastructure
* Infrastructure Funding
* Citywide Stormdrain Maintenance
* Cell Sites in Public Right-of-Way
* Cit ide Street Maintenance
ALTERNATIVE
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified
School District
*Shared Use of PVPUSD & City Facilities
Western Avenue Corridor Issues
*Western Avenue Commercial Corridor
City Trail System Enhancement
* Trail S stem Enhancement
In addition to Staff's recommendation, the following alternative is available for the City Council's
consideration:
1) Direct Staff to modify the Annual Report, and include additional information as directed by
the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact in relation to approving the 2013 Annual Report and transmitting it to
the State.
ATTACHMENT
2013 Annual Report on the Implementation of the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan.
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2013 ANNUAL REPORT ON THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE RANCHO
PALOS VERDES GENERAL PLAN
PREPARED BY:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
SUBMITTED FOR:
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Prepared April 2014
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INTRODUCTION
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
2013 Annual Report on the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan
The purpose of this report is to comply with the requirements of Section 65400(b )( 1) of
the California State Government Code, which requires that an annual report be
submitted to the legislative body, the Office of Planning and Research, and the
Department of Housing and Community Development. The annual report must provide
information regarding the status of the City's General Plan and the progress on its
implementation, including the progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs.
The General Plan is a comprehensive planning document intended to guide
development for the City.
State law requires that each adopted general plan address a minimum of seven issues
(i.e., "elements"). Each element covers a certain aspect of the City's growth and
development, and must be consistent with the other elements. The seven mandatory
elements include Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Conservation, Open Space, Noise,
and Safety (including Seismic Safety). Additional optional elements may be included,
as deemed appropriate by each city, depending on the unusual characteristics or
development concerns of the jurisdiction. In reference to the City's natural scenic
vistas, the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan includes an optional Scenic Highway
element. Although each of the mandatory and optional elements are contained within
the City's document, the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan addresses each element
in broader categories, where the discussions regarding each mandatory element are
integrated (and may overlap one another) throughout the document, as opposed to
separate headings for each mandatory element.
The broader categories adopted in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes' General Plan
include the NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ELEMENT, which includes the mandatory Land
Use, Conservation and Open Space elements; SOCIO/CULTURAL ELEMENT, which
includes the mandatory Conservation and Open Space elements; and the URBAN
ENVIRONMENT ELEMENT, which includes the mandatory Land Use, Circulation,
Housing, Conservation and Open Space, Safety, Seismic Safety, and Noise elements,
as well as the optional Scenic Highway element. In addition, the City's General Plan
includes a separate LAND USE PLAN ELEMENT that includes additional discussion
regarding conservation, open space housing and seismic safety; and a FISCAL
ELEMENT, which includes discussions regarding conservation, open space, and
transportation (trails and bikeways). Finally, the City has a HOUSING ELEMENT
document, which was adopted by the City Council in 2010 and certified by the California
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Although the City Council
recently adopted an update to the Housing Element in February 2014, the annual
review for 2013 refers to the implementation of the policies outlined within the 2010
Housing Element.
The Annual Report individually illustrates each of the seven state mandated elements of
the General Plan rather than the broader categories discussed above. Each element
provides a list of actions taken by the City between January 1, 2013 and December 31,
2013, followed by a reference to the appropriate policy that is implemented by the
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STATUS OF THE GENERAL PLAN
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes was incorporated in 1973 in response to high-density
development proposals along the scenic coastal bluffs that help define the character of
the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Subsequently, the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan was
prepared and adopted on June 26, 1975. The adopted goals are related to minimizing
density along the coastal bluff areas, maintaining the rural character of the community,
recognizing and managing unique resources, and identifying and protecting areas with
significant development constraints such as sloped areas and areas of geologic
instability. These goals of the City are the same today.
Although the General Plan has not been updated since it was adopted in 1975, a total of
34 amendments have been made, all of which are summarized on pages 4 and 5.
However, it is important to note that the City Council has authorized a comprehensive
update to the General Plan. In May, 2002, the City Council began this process by
forming a General Plan Update Steering Committee composed of various appointed
City officials and other City residents. The purpose of the Steering Committee was to
take a first look at the existing goals and policies and to make recommendations to the
City Council as to what needs updating. The Committee met on an average of once a
month for 26 months. After over two years of work, on November 4, 2004, the General
Plan Update Steering Committee completed their task of reviewing all of the existing
goals and policies of the 1975 General Plan. At their December 21, 2005 meeting, the
City Council directed Staff to proceed with factual updates within the General Plan for
future review by the Planning Commission and City Council and disbanded the
Committee. City Staff has obtained consultant assistance with the update and has
begun bringing updated elements to the Planning Commission for review since January
2010 and anticipates the completion of a comprehensive General Plan Update in 2014.
A majority of the General Plan is implemented through the City's Development Code,
which was recently revised, with the latest revision adopted in 2012.
Based on population figures from the U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2010, the City's
population has grown by only 5,643 since incorporation 38 years ago. Further, the City's
single-family housing units have increased by only 470 units between 2000 and 2010,
which demonstrates the consistency of development in the City with the low density and
semi-rural character goals and policies contained in the General Plan.
The City completed a General Plan Amendment to update the City's .Housing Element
in accordance with State Housing Law. The Planning Commission reviewed and
approved the document on May 27, 2008 and the City Council approved the document
on June 17, 2008. Subsequently, Staff forwarded the document to HCD for review. In
March 2010, the City received certification of the new Housing Element from HCD. The
City approved its most recent Housing Element on February 4, 2014, however the June
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Annual Update.
The actions taken by the City between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013 are
consistent with the goals and policies contained within the City's General Plan. The City
continues to implement these goals and policies with decisions that balance community
needs, property rights, and the health and welfare of the general public. The City
Council, Planning Commission, and Staff continue to adhere to a vision for the City: to
promote a well informed and educated public with regard to City issues, problems, and
services; a friendly responsive and competent City government; a safe community in
which to live and work; a community with a sound economic base; a sound financial
base to support and maintain vital City services; reductions to long-term public
infrastructure costs within the City; and, a well maintained, balanced, and aesthetically
pleasing community.
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LOCATION DESCRIPTION DATE
Tract 28750-Peacock Ridge and Change land use designation, from RS 10-4-77 Highridge Road 2-4 DU/Acre to RS 4-6 DU/Acre
Coastal Zone Establish regulations for development 12-19-78 in the Coastal Zone
Tract 27832, Lots 1-8 Indian Valley Change non-conforming land use from 9-5-78 Road Single-family to Multi-family
1) Ave. Esplendida & Ave. Classica Change land use from Institutional to
2) Indian Valley Rd. & Armaga RS 2-4 DU/Acre on two former school 10-2-79
Spring Road sites
Change land use from Commercial
980 Silver Spur Road Office to Commercial Retail -remove 6-17-80
Natural Overlay Control District
City Wide Amend Housing Element Policies 9-23-81
Change land use from Agriculture to
Abalone Cove Shoreline Park Commercial Recreational & amend 4-20-82 Coastal Plan to allow visitor serving
uses in Coastal Zone
Paseo Del Mar at La Rotunda Change land use from Institutional to 9-7-82 RS 1 DU/Acre
(Golden Cove) PV Drive West at Change land use from Commercial 8-7-84 Hawthorne Blvd. Retail to RS 6-12 DU/Acre
Ladera Linda Change land use from Institutional to 9-7-82 32201 Forrestal Drive RS 2-4 DU/Acre
Amend General Plan to include
Eastview Annexation policies/land use designations for 9-7-82
Eastview Annexation
28041 Hawthorne Blvd. Change land use designation from Res 9-13-88 to Commercial
City Wide Housing Element Update 9-18-90
City Wide Amendment to the Housing Element 8-18-92
City Wide Amend the General Plan to eliminate 11-3-93 non-conforming auto service stations
Amend the General Plan to incorporate
City Wide the trail and bikeway policy from the 11-6-91
Conceptual Trails Plan
6108, 6118, 6124 PV Drive South Change land use designation from RS 3-4-97 2-4 DU/Acre to Commercial Office
5325 Ironwood and 5303 Bayridge Change land use designation from RS 3-17-98 2-4 DU/Acre to RS 1 DU/5-Acres
City Wide Housing Element Update 8-21-01
6100 Palos Verdes Drive South Change land use designation from 4-22-03 Commercial Office (CO) to Residential
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General Plan Amendment and Zone
Change to move OH boundary line and
change the land use designation on
several properties from OH to RS 2-4
DU/Acre
General Plan Amendment and Zone
Change to move OH boundary line and
change the land use designation from
OH to RS 3
City Council adopted Housing Element
Update
General Plan Amendment and Zone
Change for a 0.010-acre portion of a
28-unit condominium project (to be
annexed from the City of Rolling Hills
Estates) to change the land use
designation from I to RM 12-22
DU/Acre
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Change: Change Land Use
Designation and Zoning from
Commercial to Residential, (CR to RS-
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General Plan Amendment to relocate
the OH boundary line and change the
land use designation from OH to
Institutional
Notes: Amendment Nos. 1, 7, 17, 25, 26, 27, 28 and 30 were withdrawn
Amendment No. 8 was tabled in 1982 indefinitely
Amendment Nos. 15, 19 and ZON2005-00536 were denied
Amendment No. 27 and 30 are incomplete
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ACTIONS TAKEN BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2013 AND DECEMBER 31, 2013 TO
IMPLEMENT GENERAL PLAN
Listed below are actions taken by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes towards
implementation of the General Plan between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013.
Although the City of Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan contains broader categories,
each of the required elements is contained within these broad categories. Page one of
this report indicates where each mandatory element is included within the City's
General Plan. As such, the following information is intended to specify and highlight
each mandatory element, with a brief definition and the actions taken to implement the
General Plan. The applicable policy number and page number where each policy can
be found in the General Plan follows each action. However, a list of each policy as
specified in the General Plan and referenced in this document, begins on Page 22 of
this report.
By mandatory element, the following actions occurred:
I. LAND Use ELEMENT
The Land Use Element designates the general distribution and intensity of
uses of the land for housing, businesses, industry, open space, natural
resources, education, public buildings and grounds, waste disposal
services, and other categories of public and private use. This element
serves as the central framework for the entire plan and is intended to
correlate all land uses into a set of coherent development policies.
=> Continued implementation of the Development Code through the processing
of relevant development applications. (Urban Environment Element -
Housing Activity Policy Nos. 1-5 and 10-18, Page 78 & Urban Environment
Element -Safety Policy Nos. 7 and 8, Page 175)
=> Approved miscellaneous minor revisions to the Trump National Golf Club
(formally known as Ocean Trails) project consisting of 59 single-family
residences and an 18-hole golf course. (Urban Environment Element -
Housing Activity Policy Nos. 2, 13 and 15, Page 78)
=> Approved the installation of various antenna panels for cellular telephones
and personal communication systems on private and public property
throughout the City. (Urban Environment Element Goal on page preceding
Page 101; and Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Policy No. 8,
Page 138)
=> The City applied for and was awarded a grant from the California Coastal
Conservancy to complete the City's segment of the California Coastal Trail (in
fall 2010).A design consultant was selected in February 2012, and
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construction of the trail was completed in the summer of 2013. (Urban
Environment Element, Infrastructure Goal B, Page 100)
=> The City applied for and was awarded a matching grant from the State of
California, Department of Parks and Recreations, Land and Water
Conservation Fund to improve approximately 1-acre of the Abalone Cove
Shoreline Park in December 2011. A design consultant was selected in
December 2012, and construction is expected to begin in April 2014. (Urban
Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal A, Page 56)
=> The City developed a draft Western Avenue Vision Plan, pursuant to a grant
award from the Southern California Association of Governments' Compass
. Blueprint Demonstrations Project (Urban Environment Element Goal, page
preceding Page 57).
=> The City applied for and was awarded a grant from Southern California
Association of Governments (SCAG) to develop phase 2 of the Western
Avenue Vision Plan, which includes design guidelines for the Western
Avenue corridor. A consultant will be selected in Spring 2014.
II. CIRCULATION/TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
The Circulation/Transportation Element serves as an infrastructure plan
and must be correlated with the Land Use Element. This element identifies
the general location and extent of existing and proposed major
thoroughfares, transportation routes, trails, terminals, and other local
public utilities and facilities.
=> The City applied for Proposition 1 E storm water flood management grant in
the amount of $9,464,727 and was notified that the San Ramon Canyon
Stormwater Flood Reduction Project was selected for a grant award by the
Department of Water Resources for funding. Construction began on this
project in April 2013 (Urban Environment Element, Goal A, Page 56)
=> Completed construction of the Storm Drain Improvements Palos Verdes Drive
South 200-ft E. of Terranea Way Project to minimize localized flooding.
(Urban Environment Element, Goal A, Page 56)
=> Continued implementation of the Municipal Storm Drain Catch Basin
Maintenance cleaning program as required through the MS4 permit. (Urban
Environment Element, Goal A, Page 56)
=> Continued allocation of Proposition-A funds for bus stop shelter maintenance
and improvements, and the PV Transit/Dial-a-Ride programs (Socio-Cultural
Element -Social Services Policy No. 2, Page 55; Urban Environment
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Element -Transportation Systems Policy Nos. 4 and 5, Page 137; and Urban
Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal, page preceding Page 101)
=> Continued implementation of the City-wide Residential Street Overlay
program to conduct studies to identify residential streets that require
maintenance, upgrades and/or improvements. The City's Pavement
Management Report programs street maintenance and funding levels.
(Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B, page preceding Page
101)
=> Continued implementation of the semi-annual Arterial Overlay program which,
consistent with the Residential Streets Overlay program, maintains non-
. residential roadways by rehabilitating the roadway surface. The City's
Pavement Management Report identifies the roadway needs and funding
year for the improvements (Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal
B, page preceding Page 101)
=> Continued implementation of the City-wide Neighborhood Traffic Calming
program to provide traffic calming tools for improved livability and increased
safety. (Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B, page preceding
Page 101)
=> Continued implementation of the annual sidewalk repair program which
maintains and improves sidewalk, curb and gutter that is damaged by city-
owned trees in the public right-of-way. (Urban Environment Element -
Infrastructure Goal B, page preceding Page 101)
=> Allocated Gas Tax funds for street slurry seal, and street sidewalk repair
throughout the City. (Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B,
page preceding Page 101)
=> Completed traffic enhancements at a number of locations throughout the City
and replaced traffic signs and signal equipment citywide to enhance and
refresh traffic signal controls. (Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure
Goal C, page preceding Page 101)
=> Continued to utilize the City's speed radar trailer at various locations citywide
to advise the motoring public of post speed limits. (Socio-Cultural Element -
Social Services Policy No. 2, Page 55)
=> Continued to reviewing truck-hauling routes for trucks transporting
construction-related material and equipment through the close monitoring of
encroachment permits. (Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy
No. 6, Page 187)
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=> Continued to maintain roadway pavement striping and associated signs
throughout the City (Urban· Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal A,
Page 100.)
=> Completed construction of the Palos Verdes Drive South resurfacing project
in accordance with the recommendations of the Pavement Management
Program. (Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B, page
preceding Page 101)
=> Completed design of the Hawthorne Blvd Traffic Signal Synchronization
Project to improve traffic circulation and flow. (Urban Environment Element -
Infrastructure Goal C, page preceding Page 101)
=> Completed design and has initiated construction of the Palos Verdes Drive
East resurfacing project in accordance with the recommendations of the
Pavement Management Program (Urban Environment Element
Infrastructure Goal B, page preceding Page 101)
=> Completed design of the Hawthorne Blvd Pedestrian Linkage Project to
improve pedestrian circulation and transit access. (Urban Environment
Element -Infrastructure Goal B, page preceding Page 101)
=> Implementing the mitigation measures of the MND/FONSI and Coastal Permit
for the San Ramon Canyon storm drain system project. (Urban Environment
Element -Infrastructure Goal A, page preceding Page 101)
Ill. OPEN SPACE ELEMENT, AND
IV. CONSERVATION ELEMENT
The Open Space Element is the plan for the "comprehensive and long
range preservation and conservation of open space land ... " (Govt. Code
Section 65563). It must specify plans and measures for preserving open
space for natural resources, for managing the production of resources, for
outdoor recreation, and for public health and safety.
The Conservation Element addresses the conservation, development, and
use of natural resources, including water, forests, soils, waterways,
wildlife, and mineral deposits. It may consider issues such as flood
control, water and air pollution, erosion, conversion of farmland,
endangered species, and habitats.
=> Continued requiring construction and demolition recycling as part of eligible
city/public projects. (Urban Environment Element, Infrastructure
Disposal/Recovery System Policy No. 1, Page 112)
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=> Continued the Clean Bay Restaurant Certification program in partnership with
the Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission. (Natural Environment
Element Policy No. 8, page 44)
=> Continued the annual Christmas tree and the weekly residential green waste
and mixed recycling programs. (Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure -
Disposal/Recovery System Policy No. 1, Page 112)
=> Continued the weekly on-call curbside collection of used oil and oil filter,
electronics waste and bulky waste items. (Urban Environment Element -
Infrastructure -Disposal/Recovery System Policy No. 1, Page 112)
=>" Continued use of waste reduction funds to allocate the "Recyclers of the
Month" program. (Urban Environment Element -Disposal/Recovery Policy
No. 1, Page 112)
=> Continued the twice annual paper/document shredding, electronics waste
collection and mulch giveaway event to residents. (Urban Environment
Element -Infrastructure -Disposal/Recovery System Policy No. 1, Page
112)
=> Continued promoting the various composting workshop events, hosting a
workshop and providing rebates on the purchase of compost bins. (Urban
Environment Element -Infrastructure -Disposal/Recovery System Policy No.
1, Page 112)
=> Continued hosting the annual household hazardous waste and electronics
waste roundup event and promoting similar events. (Urban Environment
Element -Infrastructure -Disposal/Recovery System Policy No. 1, Page
112)
=> Continued the twice annual city-wide brush clearing collection event. (Urban
Environment Element -Infrastructure -Disposal/Recovery System Policy No.
1, Page 112)
=> Continued to work with the State and Federal Wildlife agencies toward final
approval of the Sub-area Plan for the Natural Communities Conservation
Planning (NCCP) program, which creates a habitat and open space preserve.
(Natural Environment Element Policy Nos. 4, 7, and 14, Page 45)
=> Staff and the PVPLC continued to work on implementing the City Council
adopted Preserve Trails Plan and continued to work on the final Public Use
Master Plan for the PV Nature Preserve for approval by the City Council.
(Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 2, Page 99).
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=> Repaired and maintained pedestrian and equestrian trails throughout the city.
(Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B, page preceding Page
101)
=> Continued to coordinate the use of Founders Park as well as walking and
biking trails for public use and access to the coast. Worked with
representatives from Trump National to create additional rental opportunities
at the Park (Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 1
and 4, Page 99; Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy
No. 6 and 7, Page 137).
=> Continued to work with the Los Serenos De Point Vicente Docent
· organization on a variety of public recreational and educational opportunities,
including public hikes and tours, the Docent 4th and 5th Grade Programs, the
Junior Docent Program, the Docent Open House, and the Whales on Wheels
(WOW) Program. Staff also worked with the Docent Exhibit Design Crew,
which works to improve Interpretive Center exhibits, and the Docent Grants
Oversight Committee, which seeks funding for the organization and Public
services it provides. (Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 12,
Page 55).
=> Continued to provide recreational opportunities for the developmentally
disabled community through the REACH Program, a recreational program
promoting confidence, physical health, and independence for the
developmentally disabled community. (Urban Environment Element -
Recreational Activity Policy No. 2, Page 99)
=> Continued to implement the Vision Plan, a coordinated master plan consisting
of program, design and linkage concepts for land located within the coastal
region of the City that began in June 2006. In 2011, the City received a grant
from the State Coastal Conservancy to complete the California Coastal Trail
through the City, as identified in the Coastal Vision Plan. In 2012, the City
continued developing the construction plans for the California Coastal Trail
and selected a landscape architect for the Abalone Cove Park Improvement
Project. In 2013, the City formed and periodically met with a focus group of
community steakholders to develop a base plan that would be presented to
the public. A base plan was prepared and is being reviewed for acceptance
by the National Park Service and State Parks as it relates to property deed
restrictions at Lower Point Vicente (Socio-Cultural Element -Social Services
Policy Nos. 1, 5 and 8, Page 55 & Urban Environment Element -
Recreational Activity Policy No. 1, Page 99, & Transportation Systems Policy
No. 15, Page 137)
=> Continued to implement the City's interim Coastal Sage Scrub habitat
protection Ordinance. (Natural Environment Element Policy No. 14, Page 45)
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=> Continued to operate the Point Vicente Interpretive Center, as well as
enhance the exhibits and ·information regarding the natural and cultural
history of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and surrounding waters. Coordinated
with the Bureau of Land Management to provide additional exhibits and
education regarding the California Coastal National Monuments. Coordinated
with The American Cetacean Society and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium to
provide a location for its seasonal monitoring of the Pacific gray whale
migration. (Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 12, Page 55)
=> Co-sponsored various nature walks and hikes conducted by the Los Serenos
de Point Vicente Docents, Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, and
Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority Rangers at various locations
. throughout the City. (Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 12,
Page 55; and Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No.
2, Page 99)
=> Sponsored and co-sponsored a number of special events, including the Egg
Hunt Egg-stravaganza; July 4th Celebration; Whale of a Day; Meet the Goats
Event; Shakespeare by the Sea; Music Fest for Kids; International Coastal
Clean-up Day; Little Critter Afternoon Tales; Adult Co-ed Softball League;
Semi-annual Pet Vaccination, Licensing, and Microchip Clinics; Paddle
Tennis by the Sea Tournament; Junior Ranger Program; Palos Verdes
Peninsula Unified School District Summer Writing by the Sea Program; Local
Authors Book Signing Event; Night at the Museum sleepover; and Breakfast
with Santa. (Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy Nos. 8 & 12,
Page 55)
=> Monitored the implementation of the Trump National Golf Club Habitat
Conservation Program. (Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity
Policy No. 10, Page 78; and Natural Environment Element Policy No. 14 and
15, Page 44)
=> Continued administering a three-year agreement with the Mountains
Recreation & Conservation Authority (MRCA) for purposes of assisting in the
monitoring and management of the City's open space and trail system and
interpretive programming. (Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal
D, Page 56)
=> Environmental studies continued for the conceptual designs of Lower Hesse
and Grandview parks which would improve park access and recreational
opportunities. Improvement of the two parks is anticipated to reduce the
recreational pressure on the City's preserve by enhancing the aesthetic
appearance and recreational amenities. (Socio/Cultural Element -Social
Services Policy No. 12, Page 55, Urban Environment Element -Activity
Areas Goals A and D, Urban Environment Area -Activity Areas -
Recreational Activity Policy Nos. 1,3, and 11, Page 99)
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~ Continued to implement the· Management Agreement with the Palos Verdes
Peninsula Land Conservancy to re-vegetate, operate and maintain the City's
PV Nature Preserve. (Natural Environment Element Policy No. 7, Page 45;
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 11, Page 99;
and Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 6,
Page 137)
~ Continued to administer the Gifts for Parks Program, which provides a means
by which interested individuals, organizations, and/or businesses may
contribute funds or merchandise for the enhancement of the City's Recreation
facilities and programs. (Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity
. Policy No. 8, Page 99)
~ Worked on implementing the second grant from the California State Parks
and Recreation Department in the amount of $332,588 for the Abalone Cove
Park Improvement Project. The grant is a reimbursement program whereby
the City Council will be requested to match 50%. The total project cost will be
$665, 176 and the grant reward will reimburse the City at 50% (Natural
Environment Element -Goal A, Page 4 ).
~ On October 16, 2013, the City Council approved a public access and
recreation easement along Palos Verdes Drive West, on the Salvation Army
property for construction of the City's Salvation Army trail segment identified
in the City's ConGeptual Trails Plan (Urban Environment Element -
Infrastructure -Transportation Systems Policy No. 6, Page 137).
~ On December 18, 2012, the City Council executed a professional service
agreement with Melendrez Landscape architects for the preparation of project
plans, specifications, and cost estimates associated with the LWCF grant
awarded to the City for the Abalone cove Shoreline Park Improvement
Project. Staff and the consultant engaged the Focus Group, comprised of
community members, to help finalize the conceptual plan that was based on
the awarded grant. (Socio/Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 12,
Page 55, Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goals A and D, Urban
Environment Area -Activity Areas -Recreational Activity Policy Nos. 1,3, 8
and 11, Page 99)
~ Secured $300,000 in grant funding from Los Angeles County to construct the
Sunnyside Trail within an existing City trail easement between Sunnyside
Ridge Road and Palos Verdes Drive East. This trail segment will provide a
long sought-after connection within the City's equestrian and pedestrian trail
network. Total project cost is estimated at $450,000 and the City will continue
to identify funding sources for the balance of the project cost in 2014. (Urban
Environment Element -Infrastructure -Transportation Systems Policy Nos.
8,11,and13)
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:::::> Executed a Memorandum df Understanding (MOU) with the Palos Verdes
Peninsula Unified School District (PVPUSD) for the City's use of the
Peninsula High School pool and Miraleste Intermediate School gym for City
recreational programing. The MOU was a condition placed upon the City's
pledge to donate $80,000 to the "PVPHS Pool Campaign" in March 2011. City
recreation programs at these PVPUSD facilities are expected to be available
to residents in 2014. (Socio/Cultural Element-Social Services Policy Nos. 11
and 12, Page 55)
:::::> In accordance with the Conceptual Trails Plan, approval of the Crestridge
Senior Condominium development included a pedestrian trail and public
. pedestrian pathways that link Crestridge Road trails on the Vista del Norte
Ecological preserve to the north.
V. SAFETY/SEISMIC SAFETY ELEMENT
The Safety Element establishes policies and programs to protect the
community from risks associated with seismic, geologic, flood, and fire
hazards. The Safety Element may also contain a broader range of safety-
related issues which may be locally relevant, such as the use, transport,
and disposal of hazardous materials, power failure, and vehicle accidents,
and policing. The Seismic Safety Element establishes policies and
procedures to protect the community from risks associated with
earthquake hazards. State Law requires this element with the Safety
Element.
=> Allocated General Fund revenues to public safety and road improvements,
maintenance, and construction programs. (Urban Environment Element Goal,
page preceding Page 101)
:::::> Coordinated holiday sobriety checkpoints with the Los Angeles County
Sheriff's Department (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 10,
Page 175)
:::::> Continued to provide crossing guard services in certain neighborhoods
surrounding schools. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 1,
Page 175)
:::::> Renewed agreements with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's and Fire
Departments for law enforcement, fire protection and paramedic services and
added an additional Deputy to patrol the City. (Urban Environment Element -
Safety Policy Nos. 3-5, 11, and 13, Page 175)
Community Development Department Page 14 K-17
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~ Coordinated with the Los Angeles County Weed Abatement District for fire
hazard and fuel management reductions. (Urban Environment Element -
Safety Policy Nos. 2 & 6, Page 175)
~ Continue to implement Fuel Modification Maps for the Portuguese Bend
Nature Preserve with the coordination of the Los Angeles County Fire
Department, Los Angeles County Weed Abatement District and the Palos
Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (Natural Environment Element, Policy
No. 14, Page 44 ).
~ Continued Risk Management Programs with the Emergency Response Team,
which is consistent with the Standardized Emergency Management System
· (SEMS). (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 14, Page 175)
~ Continued to enforce the City's Development Code and the Uniform Building
Code, which include detailed geologic review requirements. (Urban
Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 2, Page 175)
~ Prepared an Informational Video and handouts providing information and
actions residents may take regarding the City's coyote population, which were
provided on the City's website. Also entered into a contract with the County to
assist the City with coyote control issues. (Safety Policy Nos. 1 and 16, Page
175).
~ Conducted SEMS/NIMS Emergency Operations Center section training for all
Emergency Operations Center staff. (Urban Environment Element -Safety
Policy No. 14, Page 175)
~ Conducted an annual emergency preparedness exercise for all Emergency
Operations Center staff. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 14,
Page 175)
~ Activated Emergency Operations Center for City special events _4th of July
and during City Hall Holiday shut down. (Urban Environment Element -Safety
Policy No. 14. Page 175)
~ Completed the City's All Hazards Multi-Jurisdictional Mitigation Plan update
project. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 1, Page 175)
~ Continued the City Peninsula Volunteer Area Network Disaster Service
Volunteer program to supplement city emergency operations response during
a disaster. (Safety Policy No. 14, Page 175)
~ Continued sending City emergency management staff to emergency related
mitigation, planning, response, and recovery type seminars and workshops to
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bring back information to educate city staff and community. (Urban
Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 1 & 14., Page 175)
~ Continued the Emergency Supply Cache project for the City. Three
containers located throughout the city are fully stocked, on a stock rotation
schedule, and select City Staff are trained to operate the cache's during an
emergency and/or disaster. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No.
14, Page 175)
~ Continued the LA County Department of Health Services provided program.
City of Rancho Palos Verdes Emergency Operations Center staff and City
Council Antibiotics (Doxycycline) Pre-Positioning Program updated in 2011.
· Antibiotics to be used only during extreme emergency and/or disaster. (Urban
Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 9, Page 175)
~ Hired a full-time Emergency Services Coordinator to maintain and account for
mandated local, State, and Federal NIMS/SEMS training programs,
regulations, and act as liaison between city and various health, safety, and
sanitation agencies along with various local County, State, and Federal
disaster agencies. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 12, 14, &
15, Page 175)
~ Continued the 3-Day Personal Preparedness Kit monthly drawing program to
promote emergency preparedness education and awareness throughout the
community. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 1, Page 175)
~ Continued the City's Emergency Preparedness Committee "Beauty and the
Beast" emergency preparedness presentation program and highlighted the
program in the City's Spring Newsletter to promote emergency preparedness
awareness and instruction throughout the community. (Safety Policy No. 1,
Page 175)
~ Continued an update of the city's public facilities evacuation plans. (Urban
Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 10, Page 175).
~ Supplied emergency preparedness "takeaways" (i.e. blankets, glow sticks,
and brochures) at public events and posted Community Emergency
Response Team (CERT) flyers throughout the community using various types
of media to assist with education about the importance of emergency
preparedness. (Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 1, Page 175)
~ Supplied 3-Day Personal Emergency Preparedness kits to all full-time
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) City Staff members to keep in their
offices in case of emergency. (Safety Policy No. 1 & 14, Page 175)
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=> Completed the City's 2013 National Incident Management System
Compliance Assistance Support Tool (NIMSCAST/PREPCAST). (Urban
Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 10, Page 175)
=> Continued to televise two emergency preparedness Public Service
Announcements (Be Prepared and Brush Clearance). (Urban Environment
Element -Safety Policy No. 1, Page 175)
=> Began public posting of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
class flyers using varied media. (Safety Policy No. 1, Page 175)
=> Continued work on the City's Emergency Preparedness Committee driven
· emergency preparedness web page. (Safety Policy No. 1, Page 175)
=> Began promoting the County of Los Angeles Emergency Survival Program
(ESP) monthly emergency preparedness messages. (Safety Policy No. 1,
Page 175)
VI. NOISE ELEMENT
The Noise Element identifies and appraises noise problems within the
community and forms the basis for land use distribution, including current
and projected noise level calculations for major noise sources.
=> Continued the implementation of the Municipal Code regulating hours of
construction and operation of mechanical equipment. (Urban Environment
Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 1, Page 187).
=> Reviewed truck-hauling routes for trucks transporting construction-related
material and equipment for miscellaneous construction projects throughout
the City. (Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 6, Page
187).
=> Continued to implement a standard project condition of approval limiting the
idling and queuing of trucks and construction equipment at job sites outside of
the permitted days and hours for construction activity (Urban Environment
Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 6, Page 187).
=> Reviewed Special Use Permits for temporary events, and required noise
monitoring for the events that are likely to create a noise impact on the
surrounding residential neighborhoods (i.e.: Wayfarers Chapel and
Marymount College). (Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy
No. 1, Page 187).
=> Continued to implement a policy to require property owners to show that
mechanical equipment placed within any setback areas provide proof of
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complying with a minimum 65dB(A) noise level requirement (Urban
Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 5, Page 187).
VII. HOUSING ELEMENT
The Housing Element is a comprehensive assessment of current and
projected housing needs for all segments of the community and all
economic groups. This element identifies and analyzes existing and
projected housing needs and contains a statement of goals, policies,
quantified objectives, and scheduled programs for the preservation,
improvement, and development of housing. In adopting this element,
issues such as economic, environmental and fiscal factors, as well as
community goals set forth in the General Plan must be considered.
=> In accordance with the City's Housing Element, approval of the Crestridge
Senior Condominium development included the requirement to provide three
(3) units affordable to very low income households.
=> Continued the City's formal Code Enforcement Program to ensure that
dwelling units are habitable and being maintained in accordance with the
Uniform Building Code. (Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity
Policy No. 8, Page 78)
=$-In accordance with the adopted Housing Element, Staff continued to monitor
the development of second units. (Urban Environment Element Goal, page
preceding Page 57, and Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity
Policy No. 6, Page 78)
=> Continued implementation of the City's Certified Housing Element (Urban
Environment Element -Activity Areas, Goal A, Page 56).
SPECIFIC PLANS
A Specific Plan is a tool for implementation of the General Plan and contains
development goals and guidelines for specified areas and/or districts within the City. To
date, the City of Rancho Palos Verdes has adopted five Specific Plans, including the
Coastal Specific Plan, which addresses land use and development within the City's
Coastal Zone (all land seaward of Palos Verdes Drive West and Palos Verdes Drive
South); a Specific Plan for the City's Eastview Park, which is located on land leased
from the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts; as well as three Specific Plan districts
along the Western Avenue commercial corridor. During the Period of July 1, 2001 to
June 31, 2002, Staff combined the three specific plans that govern Western Avenue,
into one reference document, which is user-friendly. By Specific Plan District, the
following actions occurred between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013:
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COASTAL SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT
Certified in 1981, the Rancho Palos Verdes Coastal Specific Plan District provides
specific development guidelines and standards for all land located seaward of Palos
Verdes Drive West and Palos Verdes Drive South. The lands have been classified by
Sub regions (1-8), with specific development criteria provided, based on the unique
character of each Sub-region.
=> Continued monitoring the trails implemented with the construction of the Trump
National Golf Club (formally known as Ocean Trails) (Sub-region seven and
eight) and the Ocean Front Estates (Sub-region one) development projects.
(Policy Nos. 1 & 2, Page U-28 of the Coastal Specific Plan).
WESTERN AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT 1
This Specific Plan area includes properties located at 28901 Western Avenue
(southwest corner of Caddington Drive and Western Avenue) -The Terraces Shopping
Center. Western Avenue Specific Plan District 1 was adopted in 1985 by the City
Council.
=> While the City developed Phase 1 Western Avenue Vision Plan and was
awarded a CB Grant for Phase 2, no proposals for development were
submitted to the City between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013.
WESTERN AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT 2
This Specific Plan area includes properties located between 29505 -29701 Western
Avenue. Western Avenue Specific Plan District 2 was adopted in 1986 by the City
Council.
=> While the City developed Phase 1 Western Avenue Vision Plan and was
awarded a CB Grant for Phase 2, no proposals for development were
submitted to the City between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013.
WESTERN AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT 3
This Specific Plan area includes properties located between 29019 -29421 Western
Avenue. Western Avenue Specific Plan District 3 was adopted in 1987 by the City
Council.
=> While the City developed Phase 1 Western Avenue Vision Plan and was
awarded a CB Grant for Phase 2, no proposals for development were
submitted to the City between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013.
EASTVIEW PARK SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT
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Certified in 1989, the Eastview Park Specific Plan District provides specific use and
development standards for the City park located at 1700 Westmont Drive, which was
annexed by the City in 1983. The 10-acre property is leased from the Los Angeles
County Sanitation Districts, which maintain underground equipment and sewer lines on
the property.
GOALS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2013 AND
DECEMBER 31, 2013
Below is a summary list of the General Plan Policies and Goals, and relevant Specific
Plan Policies that were implemented between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013,
as specified in the actions of the 2013 Annual Report.
LAND USE ELEMENT
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 1. Page 78: Retain the
present predominance of single family residences found throughout the
community, while continuing to maintain the existing variety of housing types.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 2, Page 78: Require
all new housing developed to include suitable and adequate landscaping, open
space, and other design amenities to meet the community standards of
environmental quality.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 3, Page 78:
Encourage and assist in the maintenance and improvement of all existing
residential neighborhoods so as to maintain optimum local standards of housing
quality and design.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 4, Page 78: Prepare
development codes with quality standards, but flexible new technology and
techniques of building.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 5, Page 78: Support
and assist in enforcement of "open housing" regulations to prohibit discrimination
in the sale or rental of housing.
Urban Environment Element-Housing Activity Policy No. 10, Page 78: Require
all developments which propose open space to be held in private ownership to
provide legal guarantees to protect these areas from further development.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 11. Page 78: Control
the alteration of natural terrain.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 12. Page 78:
Encourage energy conservation in housing design.
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Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No 13. Page 78: Require
proposals for development of areas which impact corridor related views to
analyzed the site conditions and address the preservation of such views.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 14. Page 78: Prohibit
encroachment on existing scenic views reasonably expected by neighboring
residents.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 15. Page 78: Enforce
height controls to further lessen the possibility for view obstructions.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 16. Page 78: Require
proposed housing to show how it ensures the existence of neighboring site
privacy, while simultaneously providing privacy to the occupants of the proposed
units.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 17. Page 78: Make an
effort through zoning, cooperation with other governmental entities, and
acquisition to preserve the rural and open character of the City.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 18. Page 78: Allow no
further development involving human occupancy within the active landslide area
consistent with statutory and case authority.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 7. Page175: Implement
reasonable house numbering and consistent street naming systems.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 8. Page 175: coordinate with
the Fire Department to determine the feasibility of providing emergency access to
the end points of long cul-de-sacs (in excess of 700 ft.).
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 1. Page 99:
Provide access to all public recreational land.
Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Policy No. 8. Page 138: Require
adequate landscaping or buffering techniques for all new and existing facilities
and networks, in order to reduce the visual impact of many infrastructure facilities
and networks.
Urban Environment Element Goal. page preceding Page 57: The City shall
encourage the development of institutional facilities to serve. the needs of its
citizens.
Urban Environment Element Goal. page preceding Page 57: It is the goal of the
City to carefully control and direct future growth towards making a positive
contribution to all elements of the community. Growth in Rancho Palos Verdes
should be a cautious, evolutionary process that follows a well conceived set of
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general guidelines which respond to both holding capacity limitations for the
region and environmental factors on the peninsula.
Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal A. Page 56: It is the goal of
the City of Rancho Palos Verdes to preserve and enhance the community's
quality living environment; to enhance the visual character and physical quality of
existing neighborhoods; and to encourage the development of housing in a
manner which adequately serves the needs of all present and future residents of
the community.
·Urban Environment Element Goal. page preceding Page 101: To ensure
adequate public utilities and communication services to all residents, while
maintaining the quality of the environment.
Urban Environment Element Goal B. Page 100: It shall be a goal of the City to
provide residents with a safe and efficient system of roads, trails and paths.
CIRCULATION/TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
Urban Environment Element -Goal A. Page 56: It is the goal of the City to
carefully control and direct future growth towards making a positive contribution
to all elements of the community. Growth in Rancho Palos Verdes should be a
cautious, evolutionary process that follows a well-conceived set of general
guidelines which respond to both holding capacity limitations for the region and
environmental factors on the peninsula.
Socio-Cultural Element -Social Services Po/icy No. 2. Page 55: Act to enhance
mobility within the neighborhood, mobility within the City, and on the Peninsula
as a whole.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 4, Page 137:
Encourage, together with other [entities], to improve public transportation on the
Peninsula and to provide access to other destinations in the region.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 5. Page 137:
Explore the establishment of an independent bus system or contact for service
with an independent municipal transportation agency.
Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspect Policy No. 6, Page 187: Control
traffic flows of heavy construction vehicles en route to or from construction sites
to minimize noise.
Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal A. page preceding Page 101:
It shall be a goal of the City to ensure adequate public utilities and
communications services to all residents, while maintaining the quality of the
environment.
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Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B, preceding page 101: It
shall be a goal of the City to provide residents with a safe and efficient system of
roads, trails and paths.
Urban Environment Element Goal C, page preceding Page 101: It shall be the
goal of the City to encourage the increased mobility of residents through the
development of an adequate transportation system.
OPEN SPACE ELEMENT, AND
CONSERVATION ELEMENT
Natural Environment Element Policy No. 4, Page 44: Consider in more detail
natural environment factors in subsequent factors in subsequent specific area
studies as an integral part of these studies.
Natural Environment Element Policy No. 7, Page 44: Encourage study of and
funding to preserve unusual flora and fauna.
Natural Environment Element Policy No. 8, Page 44: Encourage establishment
of the rocky inter-tidal areas as a marine reserve and strict enforcement be
applied to all regulations concerning marine resources.
Natural Environment Element Policy No. 14, Page 45: Maintain the existing
natural vegetation of the City in its natural state to the maximum extent possible
in all existing and proposed developments, to the extent commensurate with
good fire protection policies and encourage the re-establishment of appropriate
native plants.
Natural Environment Element Policy No. 15, Page 45: Require a master
landscape plan for any proposed development showing the
retention/enhancement of natural vegetation proposed, new complementing
vegetation, and all efforts involving retention/enhancement/protection of
hydrologic factors, vegetation and wildlife factors.
Natural Environment Element -Goal A: It is the goal of the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes to conserve, protect, and enhance its natural resources, beauty, and
open space for the benefit and enjoyment of its residents and the residents of the
entire region. Future development shall recognize the sensitivity of the natural
environment and be accomplished in such a manner as to maximize the
protection of it.
Social-Cultural Element -Social SeNices Policy No. 1, Page 55: Encourage the
development and expansion of meaningful geographic groupings and sub
community committees to act as a vehicle for improved communications with
citizens, the City staff, and the City Council. Individuals should be encouraged to
become involved in the community through interaction, communication and
participation.
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Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 5, Page 55: Encourage the
use of town meetings and forums within neighborhoods and citywide to address
a variety of issues and subjects of community interest. Facilities for such events
should be provided where possible, and annual citywide events should be
encouraged.
Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 8. Page 55: Develop
recreational programs that will address the recreational needs of all citizens, both
individually and in groups.
Socio-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 11, Page 55: Develop, in
partnership with other agencies and organizations, procedures for the better
coordination of human services delivery. Specifically, the City should assume
responsibility for acting as a clearinghouse for up-to-date information on the
current state of human services.
Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 12, Page 55: Place special
emphasis on the cultural, educational, and recreational needs of individuals,
families, and the community and encourage the expansion of existing programs
in these areas.
Urban Environment Element-Housing Activity Policy No. 10, Page 78: Require
all developments that propose open space to be held in private ownership to
provide legal guarantees to protect these areas from further development.
Urban Environment Element '-Recreational Activity Policy No. 1, Page 99:
Provide access to all public recreational land.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 2. Page 99:
Continue to sponsor recreation programs within the City considering the diversity
of needs.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 3, Page 99:
Encourage local, public, non-profit recreation and cultural activities, which
provide outlets for citizens on a non-discriminatory basis.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 4. Page 99:
Establish ordinances to require builders and developers to provide lands and/or
funds for acquisition and development of land for recreational use. These lands
and/or funds shall be based on a standard of providing 4 acres of local parkland
per 1000 population.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 8, Page 99:
Encourage local citizens groups to participate in the planning, development, and
maintenance of recreation facilities to the extent possible.
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Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 11. Page 99:
Encourage public use of institutional recreation facilities, where possible.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 6. Page 137:
Design path and trail networks to reflect both a local and regional demand, while
maintaining the unique character of the Peninsula.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 7. Page 137:
Require all path and trail networks to be in separate rights-of-way.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 11. Page 137:
Further investigate possible funding sources for acquisition, development and
maintenance of paths and trails.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 13. Page 137):
Provide safety measures on paths and trails, particularly on bluffs and ridgelines,
and include such measures as key design factors.
Urban Environment Element -Transportation Systems Policy No. 15:
Encourage the establishment of a program designed to educate users and non-
users of path and trail networks in terms of safety and courtesy.
Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure Goal B. preceding page 101: It
shall be a goal of the City to provide residents with a safe and efficient system of
roads, trails and paths.
Urban Environment Element -Infrastructure -Disposal/Recoverv System Policy
No. 1. Page 112: Take an active interest in waste management and recycling
programs and offer assistance to groups attempting to offer solutios to the
problems of waste.
Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal A: It is the goal of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes to preserve and enhance the community's quality living
environment; to enhance the visual character and physical quality of existing
neighborhoods; and to encourage the development of housing in a manner which
adequately serves the needs of all present and future residents of the
community.
Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal D: The City shall endeavor to
provide, develop, and maintain recreational facilities and programs of various
types to provide a variety of activities for persons of all age groups and in all
areas of the community.
SAFETY/SEISMIC SAFETY ELEMENT
Natural Environment Element Policy No. 14. Page 44: Maintain the existing
natural vegetation of the City in its natural state to the maximum extent possible
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in all existing and proposed developments, to the extent commensurate with
good fire protection policies and encourage the re-establishment of appropriate
native plants.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 1. Page 175: Promote the
education and awareness pertaining to all hazards which affect residents.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 2, Page 175: Adopt and enforce
building codes, ordinances, and regulations which contain design and
construction standards based upon specified levels of risk and hazard.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 3, Page 175: Encourage
co.operation among adjacent communities to ensure back-up law enforcement
assistance in emergency situations.
Urban Environment Element-Safety Policy No. 4, Page 175: Cooperate with the
fire protection agency and water company to ensure adequate water flow
capabilities throughout all areas of the City.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 5, Page 175: Cooperate with the
fire protection agency to determine the feasibility of utilizing the existing
helicopter "pad" at the Nike Site for a water refueling location.
Urban Environment Element-Safety Policy No. 6, Page 175: Develop stringent
site design and maintenance criteria for areas of high fire hazard potential.
Urban Environment Element-Safety Policy No. 9, Page 175: Ensure that
services are provided to deal adequately with health and sanitation problems.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 10, Page 175: Ensure that local,
County, State, and Federal health, safety, and sanitation laws are enforced.
Urban Environment Element-Safety Policy No. 11. Page 175: Ensure that
adequate emergency treatment and transportation facilities are available to all
areas of the city.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 12, Page 175: Promote
development and maintenance of liaison with various levels of health, safety, and
sanitation agencies.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 13, Page 175: Encourage the
availability of paramedic rescue service.
Urban Environment Element -Safety Policy No. 14, Page 175: Be prepared to
implement contingency plans to cope with a major disaster.
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Urban Environment Element-Safety Policy No. 15, Page 175: Maintain liaison
with other local, County, State and Federal disaster agencies.
Urban Environment Element Goal, page preceding Page 101: It shall be the goal
of the City to provide residents with a safe and efficient system of roads, trails
and paths.
Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 12, Page 55: Place special
emphasis on the cultural, educational, and recreational needs of individuals,
families, and the community and encourage the expansion of existing programs
in these areas.
Social-Cultural Element -Social Services Policy No. 16, Page 55: Regulate the
activities, types, kinds, and numbers of animals and balance the interest of
animal owners and persons whose welfare is affected.
Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal A: It is the goal of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes to preserve and enhance the community's quality living
environment; to enhance the visual character and physical quality of existing
neighborhoods; and to encourage the development of housing in a manner which
adequately serves the needs of all present and future residents of the
community.
Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal D: The City shall endeavor to
provide, develop, and maintain recreational facilities and programs of various
types to provide a variety of activities for persons of all age groups and in all
areas of the community.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 1, Page 99:
Provide access to all public recreational land.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 3, Page 99:
Encourage local, public, non-profit recreation and cultural activities, which
provide outlets for citizens on a non-discriminatory basis.
Urban Environment Element -Recreational Activity Policy No. 8, Page 99:
Encourage local citizens groups to participate in the planning, development, and
maintenance of recreation facilities to the extent possible.
NOISE ELEMENT
Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 1, Page 187: Mitigate
impacts generated by steady state noise intrusion (e.g., land strip landscaping,
site design).
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Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 5, Page 187: Require
residential uses in the 70 dB(A)-location range to provide regulatory screening or
some other noise inhibiting agent to ensure compliance with the noise ordinance.
Urban Environment Element -Noise Aspects Policy No. 6, Page 187: Control
traffic flows of heavy construction vehicles en route to or from construction sites
to minimize noise.
HOUSING ELEMENT
Urban Environment Element Goal. page preceding Page 57: It shall be the goal
of the City to encourage the development of housing in a manner which
adequately serves the needs of all present and future residents of the
community.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 6, Page 78: Cooperate
with County, State, and Federal agencies, monitoring all housing programs
offered, and studying their desirability of implementation in the City.
Urban Environment Element -Housing Activity Policy No. 8. Page 78: Initiate
strong code enforcement programs so that scattered housing problems are
solved rapidly to prevent even small-area deterioration.
Urban Environment Element -Activity Areas Goal A: It is the goal of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes to preserve and enhance the community's quality living
environment; to enhance the visual character and physical quality of existing
neighborhoods; and to encourage the development of housing in a manner which
adequately serves the needs of all present and future residents of the
community.
SPECIFIC PLANS
Urban Environment Element-Housing Activity Policy No. 7, Page 85: Require
adequate provisions be incorporated into commercial site design to reduce
negative impacts on adjoining areas.
Policy No. 1. Page U-28: Encourage future residential development to provide
recreational facilities to meet the needs of their residents.
Policy No. 2. Page U-28: Encourage new developments adjoining public trails to
design internal trails to link with the public trails.
Policy No. 4. Page U-28: Require all parks to provide adequate parking within
their boundaries to meet their projected carrying capacities.
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2013 Annual Report (January 1, 2013 -December 31, 2013) Prepared l?J!:
Leza Mikhail Associate Planner
Communiry Development Department
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Submitted for:
Governor's Office of Planning and Research
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Department of Housing and Communiry Development
S !ate of California
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