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MINUTES
RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 20, 2014
The meeting was called to order for a Study Session at 6:15 P.M. by Mayor Duhovic at
Fred Hesse Community Park, 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard.
City Council roll call was answered as follows:
PRESENT: Brooks, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
ABSENT: Campbell*
*Councilman Campbell arrived at 6:17 P.M.
Also present were Carolynn Petru, Acting City Manager; Carol Lynch, City Attorney;
Dennis McLean, Director of Finance; Joel Rojas, Community Development Director;
Michael Throne, Director of Public Works; Cory Linder, Director of Recreation and
Parks; Sean Robinson, Human Resources Manager; Nicole Jules, Deputy Director of
Public Works; Kit Fox, Senior Administrative Analyst; and, Carla Morreale, City Clerk.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGENDA FOR THE STUDY
SESSION:
City Clerk Morreale reported that there were 13 requests to speak regarding SS2d
(Rancho LPG Tank Facility).
By acclamation, the Council reordered the agenda to hear the public comments during
the discussion of the Rancho LPG Tank Facility item.
Councilman Campbell joined the dais at 6:17 P.M.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
DISCUSSION TOPICS:
Review of Tentative Agendas in Light of City Council Goals, Including Questions
of Staff
Discussion ensued among Council Members, City Attorney Lynch, and staff regarding
items on the upcoming Council Meeting agendas as listed on the Tentative Agendas.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to approve the
Tentative Agendas, as amended.
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Without objection, so ordered.
Future Agenda Items Proposed by Council Members to be Prioritized:
LAX Community Noise Roundtable
Councilwoman Brooks presented a brief report regarding this item.
Ms. Schneider introduced herself and expressed her interest in serving as the resident
representative to the LAX Community Noise Roundtable.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and Ms. Schneider.
Councilman Campbell moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to appoint Petra
Schneider, as the resident representative to attend the monthly LAX Community Noise
Roundtable meetings.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
McCormick Ambulance Service – Additional Location Request
Councilwoman Brooks presented a brief report regarding the consideration of an
additional ambulance location on the west/south side of the Peninsula.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and staff.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to refer this item to
staff for follow-up by September 2014.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
Parks Master Plan Update and Enhancement – Staff Implementation and Follow-
Up Report
Councilwoman Brooks presented a brief report regarding this item.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and staff.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Knight, to direct staff to
provide an update to the 1989 Parks Master Plan.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
Rancho LPG Tank Facility
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City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the
meeting and there were 14 requests to speak regarding this item.
Noel Weiss, Marina del Rey, stated that the timing is appropriate for the consideration of
this item and noted that he was in favor of the Council agendizing the resolution for the
Rancho LPG Tank Facility.
Councilman Campbell provided a brief report regarding this item, noting that there has
been much recent attention regarding the Rancho LPG Tank Facility; and read into the
record a portion of the letter from Congresswoman Janice Hahn. He noted he was
interested in agendizing the Rancho LPG Tank Facility issue, including a proposed
resolution.
John Goya, stated that he has concerns regarding the basic safety and environmental
issues of the Rancho LPG Tank Facility, noting there should be Federal EPA
regulations governing the facility.
Linda West and Robert West, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated they were in agreement
with the letter submitted by Congresswoman Hahn.
Jeanne Lacombe, Rolling Hills Riviera Homeowners Association (HOA), Rancho Palos
Verdes, stated that this item was agendized by the RPV Council in October 2012, noting
that her HOA has waited a long time for action regarding this item.
Bonnie Christensen, stated that she had concerns with the safety of the Rancho LPG
Facility Tanks and the potential domino effect of an explosion and earthquake in that
area.
Chuck Hart, San Pedro Peninsula Homeowners United, reported on the boundaries of
the group for which he was speaking and urged the Council to place this item on a
future agenda.
Peter Burmeister, Rancho Palos Verdes, North West San Pedro Neighborhood Council,
stated he was in support of the item being placed on a future agenda.
Kathleen Woodfield, Vice President, San Pedro and Peninsula Homeowners Coalition,
stated that she was present to request the item be agendized on a future agenda due to
the urgency of the mater.
Janet Gunter, San Pedro, San Pedro Peninsula Homeowners United, stated that over
42 years ago an extremely hazardous liquefied petroleum gas facility (Rancho LPG
Tank Facility) was allowed to be built near homes and schools without public
knowledge, risk analysis, building permits, and public hearings. She stated she has
safety concerns with the facility and concerns regarding the earthquake faults in the
area.
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Lenee Bilski, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she has concerns regarding the safety
of the Rancho LPG Tank Facility for Rancho Palos Verdes and San Pedro residents.
Jacob Haik, Deputy Chief of Staff of City of Los Angeles Councilman Joe Buscaino,
provided a recap of the issue as addressed by Councilman Buscaino’s office in the past
two years. He added that Councilman Buscaino directed the City of Los Angeles Chief
Legislative Analyst to place all available information and communication regarding this
topic on Councilman Buscaino’s website. He noted that inspections of the Rancho LPG
Tank Facility site are ongoing.
Ron Conrow, West District Manager, Rancho LPG Tank Facility, provided a PowerPoint
slide demonstrating the worst case scenario which is part of the company’s risk
management plan on file with the City of Los Angeles Fire Department. He reported
that as vetted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the potential blast radius
during an explosion at the Rancho LPG Tank Facility would be 0.5 miles assuming one
pound over pressure.
Peter Lacombe, member of Rolling Hills Riviera HOA, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that
for the last couple of years they have been pursuing State legislators to require
companies to have insurance to cover homeowners and residences within a blast radius
of the facility, such as Rancho LPG Tank Facility.
Discussion ensued among Council Members, City Attorney Lynch, Mr. Conrow, Mr.
Haik, and Mr. Weiss.
Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Mayor Duhovic, to direct Mayor Duhovic to
contact City of Los Angeles Councilman Buscaino to address the issues raised
regarding the Rancho LPG Tank Facility and return with a full report to the City Council.
Councilman Campbell moved a substitute motion, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks,
to hold a public Town Hall meeting at a location on the east side of the City, closer to
the Rancho LPG Tank Facility, and invite the City of Los Angeles and any other
interested agencies to attend.
Councilman Campbell moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to call the question
to end the debate on the substitute motion.
The motion to call the question passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: Misetich
ABSENT: None
The substitute motion failed on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Campbell
NOES: Brooks, Knight, Misetich and Mayor Duhovic
ABSENT: None
Councilman Misetich moved an amendment to his original motion, seconded by Mayor
Duhovic, to direct Mayor Duhovic to contact City of Los Angeles Councilman Buscaino
to address the issues raised regarding the Rancho LPG Tank Facility and return with a
full report to the City Council; and direct Mayor Duhovic to work with City of Los Angeles
Councilman Buscaino on the particulars of a possible public joint workshop to hear the
concerns of all members of the public regarding the Rancho LPG Tank Facility.
Additional discussion ensued among Council Members.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to call the question.
The motion to call the question passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: Campbell
ABSENT: None
The motion, as amended, passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Knight, Misetich and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: Campbell
ABSENT: None
RECESS AND RECONVENE:
Mayor Duhovic called a recess from 8:09 P.M. to 8:23 P.M.
REGULAR SESSION:
City Council roll call was answered as follows:
PRESENT: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
ABSENT: None
Also present were Carolynn Petru, Acting City Manager; Carol Lynch, City Attorney;
Dennis McLean, Director of Finance; Joel Rojas, Community Development Director;
Michael Throne, Director of Public Works; Cory Linder, Director of Recreation and
Parks; Nicole Jules, Deputy Director of Public Works; Sean Robinson, Human
Resources Manager; Kit Fox, Senior Administrative Analyst; So Kim, Associate Planner;
and, Carla Morreale, City Clerk.
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FLAG SALUTE:
The Flag Salute was led by Director of Public Works Throne.
MAYOR’S ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Duhovic made the following announcements: 1) May 18-24, 2014 is National
Public Works Week and recognized Public Works staff members in the audience;
2) The month of May is Better Hearing and Speech Month; and, 3) Los Angeles County
Board of Supervisors recently proclaimed May as CalFresh Awareness Month. He
reported that the Employee Compensation and Benefit Analysis spreadsheet on the
City’s website was recently updated to include the annual salary of an employee who
may have only worked a portion of the year.
Councilman Campbell left the meeting at 8:31 P.M.
Councilwoman Brooks provided comments regarding the recent passing of longtime
resident Traci Brown Austin. She asked for a moment of silence to recognize the life
and achievements of Ms. Austin and noted the meeting would be adjourned in her
honor with the consent of Mayor Duhovic.
RECYCLE DRAWING:
Mayor Duhovic announced Recyclers of the Month from the May 6, 2014 City Council
meeting: Marilyn Anderson and Peter V. Barrett, M.D. He indicated that all winners
receive a check for $250 representing a year of free refuse service and urged everyone
to participate in the City’s Recycling Program.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to approve the
agenda.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: Campbell
PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Audience Comments regarding Items Not on the Agenda)
City Clerk Morreale reported that there were three requests to speak under Public
Comments.
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Ken Dyda, Kiwanis, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that the long-time Palos Verdes
Marathon is in danger of no longer continuing due to escalating costs of running the
event. He noted that the proposed new route would run entirely in Rancho Palos
Verdes and that City staff has not yet approved the route through the Portuguese Bend
area. Due to pending deadlines, he requested the Council hold a special meeting by
the end of the week to consider the upcoming Palos Verdes Marathon.
Joan Davidson, provided comments regarding a recent Educational Forum meeting to
discuss the Common Core curriculum being considered by the Palos Verdes Peninsula
Unified School District. She invited the public to an upcoming School District Board
meeting to be held at the District’s Administrative Offices in Malaga Cove.
Minas Yerelian, stated that the Wall Street Journal reported in October 2013 on City
pension costs for various cities and cautioned the Council from adding additional City
staff due to the increase in pension costs. He suggested the Council consider giving an
incentive to employees to withdraw from the CalPERS system. He added that
Councilman Campbell’s request for documents from the City Attorney regarding San
Ramon has not been satisfied.
Councilman Campbell returned to the meeting at 8:40 P.M.
CITY MANAGER REPORT:
Acting City Manager Petru provided an update report and PowerPoint presentation
regarding the Palos Verdes Drive East Roadway Rehabilitation Project which will soon
be underway.
NEW BUSINESS:
APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR:
City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the
meeting regarding Item No. D (Grant Approval and Budget Authorization for Sunnyside
Ridge Trail Improvement Project) and there was one request to speak regarding Item G
(Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Contract Amendment for the Zone 2 Landslide
Moratorium Ordinance Revisions - Location: “Zone 2” of the City’s Landslide Moratorium
Area).
Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to approve the
Consent Calendar, with Item G removed from the Consent Calendar for separate
consideration.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
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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 April 29, 2014 Adjourned Regular Meeting.
Register of Demands
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2014-32, 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.
Grant Approval and Budget Authorization for Sunnyside Ridge Trail Improvement
Project (Supports 2014 City Council Goal #2- Infrastructure)
1) Approved the Sunnyside Ridge Trail Improvement project grant agreement with
the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District and authorized
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the grant agreement with the Los Angeles
County Regional Park and Open Space District in the amount of $300,000; and,
2) Directed staff to include the Sunnyside Ridge Trail Improvement project budget
in the amount of $465,000 in the FY 14-15 budget scheduled for adoption on June
17, 2014, to be funded with a $300,000 grant and $165,000 from the CIP Reserve.
Approve Memorandum of Understanding for Implementation of a Coordinated
Compliance Monitoring and Reporting Plan for Greater Los Angeles Harbor
Toxics Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL)
Authorized the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between
the City and the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management
Joint Powers Authority (Gateway Authority) for administration and cost sharing for the
preparation and implementation of a coordinated compliance monitoring and reporting
plan as required by the Regional Water Quality Control Board, Los Angeles Region, for
the Dominguez Channel and Los Angeles and Long Beach Harbors Waters Toxic
Pollutants TMDL.
First Amendment to Agreement for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Administrative Services
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1) Approved the first amendment to the professional services agreement between the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes and MDG Associates, Inc. to administer the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for the period of July 1, 2014 to June 30,
2015, for a not-to-exceed amount of $18,500; and, 2) Authorized the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the first amendment to the agreement with MDG Associates, Inc.
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Contract Amendment for the Zone 2 Landslide
Moratorium Ordinance Revisions (ZON2009-00409); Location: “Zone 2” of the
City’s Landslide Moratorium Area
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
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ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR:
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Contract Amendment for the Zone 2 Landslide
Moratorium Ordinance Revisions (ZON2009-00409); Location: “Zone 2” of the
City’s Landslide Moratorium Area
Mayor Duhovic suggested waiving the staff report.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
Mayor Pro Tem Knight recused himself from discussion of the item and left the dais.
Diane Smith, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she was opposed to and voiced her
concerns regarding the approval of the second amendment to the agreement for the
Zone 2 EIR and suggested the item be put on hold until a thorough review of the Final
EIR can be conducted by the City.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to: 1) Authorize the
Mayor and the City Clerk to sign Amendment No. 2 to the professional services
agreement with Rincon Consultants for an additional amount not to exceed $29,472 to
complete additional work for completion of the Final EIR based on new comments
received from the public; and, 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-33, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, AMENDING
THE FY 2013-14 GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR THE ADDITIONAL COST OF THE
ZONE 2 EIR PREPARATION.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: Knight (recused)
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Mayor Pro Tem Knight returned to the dais after the conclusion of the item.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Approval of a Conditional Use Permit
Revision to Allow a New Roof-mounted Antenna Structure on the Commercial 7-
11 Building at 28041 Hawthorne Blvd. (Case ZON2013-00111)
City Clerk Morreale reported that notice of the public hearing was duly published, no
written protests received, and there were three requests to speak regarding this item.
There was no request for a staff report.
Mayor Duhovic declared the public hearing open.
Rudy Kerkhof, Rancho Palos Verdes, thanked the Council for the consideration of this
item. He noted he was opposed to the movement of the antenna structure to another
location along the ridgeline of the building; and was hopeful that Sprint would consider
placing perhaps six two-foot towers, instead of three four-foot towers, within an
extension of the parapet that currently sits on the building roof. He reiterated concerns
with obstruction of his view.
Joan Davidson, stated that her concerns regarding the cell antennas at the 7-11
building are the view obstruction and depreciation of home values. She suggested that
Sprint should be required to flag the silhouette of where the structures will be placed on
the building, and suggested the Council consider a Municipal Code amendment to
address the issue. She added that 33 antennas on one roof does not make sense,
noting there should be a better solution.
John Freeman, stated that hopefully this delay will make possible a win-win-win
situation. He added that Sprint should be asked to consider other proposals; requested
that Sprint be required to move the mock-up and flags to any new proposed location;
and requested that Sprint and Planning staff be required to meet with the neighbors
prior to the next meeting to discuss possible solutions.
Kim Nguyen, Sprint representative, stated that Sprint is considering alternate proposals
for relocating the antennas on the 7-11 Commercial Building.
Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Knight, to continue the
public hearing to June 17, 2014, at the applicant’s request, to provi de the applicant
additional time to look into the feasibility of relocating the proposed replacement
antennas.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
General Plan Amendment & Zone Change Initiation Request to Change the City’s
General Plan Land Use and Zoning Designations for a Vacant Lot at 5656 Crest
Road to Allow Subdivision of the Lot into Two Separate Lots (Case No. ZON2014-
00055)
City Clerk Morreale reported that notice of the public hearing was duly published, written
protests included with the staff report and late correspondence distributed prior to the
meeting, and there were three requests to speak regarding this item.
Mayor Duhovic declared the public hearing open.
Associate Planner Kim provided a staff report regarding this item.
Louie Tomaro, Applicant, Tomaro Architecture, stated that there have been many hours
working on the application and communication with the neighbors regarding the best
proposal for the property site. He provided background information regarding the site
and highlighted the proposal before Council for a low density and low level development
for the site.
Don Douthwright, President, Island View HOA, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that his
property is the largest adjacent property most impacted by the proposed development.
He reported that he hosted a meeting regarding the initial proposed development of the
property to allow for two story homes. He reported that the applicant returned with a
proposed project and silhouette for two one-story homes at the location; and noted that
he and the HOA were in favor of the two one-story home development.
Don Renkowitz, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that he is opposed to the subdivision of
the lot or the proposed change in zoning. He noted the original zoning was established
to avoid the development of multiple dwellings on a lot, which would add to the density
or the area; and noted concerns with school traffic at the location.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and staff.
Tristan Harris, representative, LMC Management, clarified that a small real estate
investment group is working with Chevron and Tomaro Architecture regarding this
proposed development.
Mayor Duhovic declared the public hearing closed.
Discussion ensued among Council Members, staff, and City Attorney Lynch.
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Mayor Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to make the findings and
allow the applicant to bring forward the proposed General Plan Land Use and Zoning
designation changes for the vacant property located at 5656 Crest Road, to the
Planning Commission.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: Knight
ABSENT: None
RECESS AND RECONVENE:
Mayor Duhovic called a brief recess from 9:41 P.M. to 9:53 P.M.
Sewer Easement Reconfiguration in the Rear Yard of 6847 Alta Vista (Case No.
ZON2013-00494)
City Clerk Morreale reported that notice of the public hearing was duly published, no
written protests received, and there were no requests to speak regarding this item.
Mayor Duhovic declared the public hearing open.
As there were no requests to speak regarding this item, Mayor Duhovic declared the
public hearing closed.
Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to remove the item
from the agenda at Staff’s request.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
REGULAR BUSINESS:
Update Regarding Agricultural Use at Point Vicente Park
City Clerk Morreale reported that late correspondence was distributed prior to the
meeting and there were two requests to speak regarding this item.
Senior Administrative Analyst Fox provided a staff report and PowerPoint presentation
regarding this item.
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Mayor Duhovic moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Knight, to consider new business
after 10:15 P.M., with the adjournment of the meeting by 11:00 P.M.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and staff.
Judy Frankel, Rancho Palos Verdes, stated that she is a Master Gardener in California
and a supporter of community gardens, and noted she was in favor of community
gardens at the Lower Pt. Vicente site. She highlighted her experience in the field of
botany and gardening; noted her interest in creating a proposal regarding community
gardens; and provided examples of programs that were possible including tours, crop
tastings, educational and cooking classes. Additionally, she read an excerpt from a
letter from Mr. Seigenthaler, National Park Service (NPS), regarding the concept of
community gardens as the use relates to the property’s deed restrictions.
Andrea Vona, Executive Director, Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC),
stated she was present to answer any questions related to the Nature Preserve. She
clarified that the PVPLC would be interested in habitat restoration of the Upper Pt.
Vicente site if the current use of farming was no longer present.
Additional discussion continued among Council Members and staff; and the Council
was generally in favor of the concept of a non-commercial community garden at Upper
or Lower Point Vicente Park.
Mayor Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, to: 1) Receive and file an
update on the status of the existing agricultural use at Point Vicente Park; and,
2) Determine that Council will continue to address the various issues raised, in the
future, while allowing the current use to continue at the Point Vicente Park site on a
month-to-month basis.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Proposed Modifications to the Sheriff’s Regional Contract Formula
Acting City Manager Petru provided a brief staff report and PowerPoint presentation
regarding this item.
Discussion ensued among Council Members and staff.
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Mayor Duhovic moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to continue the business to
11:15 P.M.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
Additional discussion ensued among Council Members and staff.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Mayor Duhovic, to approve the staff
recommendation to: Approved a modification to the current Sheriff’s Regional Contract
Formula to use a “smoothed” fixed formula, contingent on the other regional contract
cities adopting the same formula, beginning in FY14-15.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Introduction of Ordinance – An Ordinance of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,
Adopting by Reference Title 10, Animals, of the Los Angeles County Code, and
Amending Chapter 6.04 of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to waive the staff
report and approve the staff recommendation to: 1) INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO.
557, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE TITLE 10, ANIMALS, OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, AND
AMENDING CHAPTER 6.04 OF THE RANCHO PALOS VERDES MUNICIPAL CODE;
and, 2) Direct the City Clerk to set a public hearing on the adoption of the Ordinance for
June 17, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at the City Council Chambers and to advertise the public
hearing by publication according to Government Code Section 50022.3.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
The following items were raised by Council Members as future agenda items:
Palos Verdes Marathon (Duhovic) [Staff was directed to contact Kiwanis representatives
to discuss the issues regarding the 2014 PV Marathon]
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Consideration of an ordinance to regulate taxis operating in the City (Knight)
RECONSIDERATION OF ITEM:
Introduction of Ordinance – An Ordinance of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,
Adopting by Reference Title 10, Animals, of the Los Angeles County Code, and
Amending Chapter 6.04 of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code
City Clerk Morreale requested the Council reconsider this item as the ordinance was not
read by title on the initial consideration of the item.
Councilwoman Brooks moved, seconded by Councilman Misetich, to waive the staff
report and approve the staff recommendation to: 1) INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO.
557, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE TITLE 10, ANIMALS, OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, AND
AMENDING CHAPTER 6.04 OF THE RANCHO PALOS VERDES MUNICIPAL CODE;
and, 2) Direct the City Clerk to set a public hearing on the adoption of the Ordinance for
June 17, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at the City Council Chambers and to advertise the public
hearing by publication according to Government Code Section 50022.3.
The motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Campbell, Knight, Misetich, and Mayor Duhovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CITY COUNCIL ORAL REPORTS:
Councilman Misetich moved, seconded by Councilman Campbell, to defer this item to
the next Council meeting.
Without objection, Mayor Duhovic so ordered.
ADJOURNMENT:
At 11:14 P.M., Mayor Duhovic adjourned the meeting in the memory of long-time
resident Traci Brown Austin.
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
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