RPVCCA_SR_2010_06_15_16_November_2_2010_Special_Municipal_ElectionCITY OF
MEMORANDUM
RANCHO PALOS VERDES
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS ~FHECITY COUNCIL
CARLA MORREALE,CITY CLERK AND
CAROL LYNCH,CITY ATTORNEY
JUNE 15,2010
SUBJECT:NOVEMBER 2,2010 SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
REVIEWED:CAROLYN LEHR,CITY MANAGE R 09--..
RECOMMENDATION
1)Adopt Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes,Calling for a Special Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday,
November 2,2010,as required by the provisions of the laws of the State of California
relating to General Law Cities for the Submission to the Voters a Question Regarding
the Adoption of a Specific Plan to govern the Development of the Marymount College
Campus;
2)Adopt Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes,requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles to
Consolidate a Special Municipal Election of Said City to be held on November 2,2010
with the Statewide General Election to be held on Said Date Pursuant to Section 10403
of the Elections Code;
3)Adopt Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes,California,Setting Priorities for Filing a Written Argument Regarding an
Initiative Measure and Directing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis;
4)Adopt Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes,California,Providing for the Filing of Rebuttal Arguments for
Initiative Measures Submitted at Municipal Elections.
BACKGROUND
On March 2,2010,Dr.Susan Soldoff (proponent)submitted to the City Clerk a Notice
of Intention to Circulate a Petition in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes along with a copy
of the proposed initiative measure for submission to the voters regarding the Adoption
of a Specific Plan for Development of the Marymount College Campus.Pursuant to
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Elections Code Section 9203(a),the City Attorney prepared the Ballot Title and
Summary,which was provided to the proponent on March 17,2010.After meeting all
of the legal requirements as dictated by the Elections Code ("E.C."),the proponent
began circulating the petitions for the gathering of signatures.On April 27,2010,the
proponent submitted the completed petitions to the City Clerk,who performed a prima
facie examination and determined that the number of signatures gathered was equal to
or in excess of the minimum number of signatures required to accept the petition for
filing (E.C.9210).On April 29,2010,the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/
County Clerk's Office began the signature verification process.On June 2,2010,the
result of the signature verification process was transmitted to the City Clerk,who
determined that the signatures were sufficient for the City to hold a Special Municipal
Election for the initiative and to place the Initiative on the November 2,2010 Statewide
General Election Ballot.
DISCUSSION
The draft Resolutions presented for Council's consideration this evening set the date
and time for the Special Municipal Election on the Marymount Initiative on the
November 2,2010;request consolidation of the City's Special Election with the
Statewide General Election and request the County of Los Angeles to provide election
services to the City;direct the City Attorney to prepare an Impartial Analysis of the
Marymount Initiative;and provide for the filing of arguments and rebuttals regarding the
Initiative.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pursuant to E.C.Section 9286(a),the City Elections Official shall fix a date 14 days
from the Calling of the Election as a deadline for the filing of arguments for or against
any City measure.However,pursuant to Section 9286(b),that deadline may be
different when an election is consolidated with another election.The County of Los
Angeles has advised the City Clerk that the date by when the primary arguments for or
against a City measure may be filed is August 16,2010 for the November 2010
election.Pursuant to E.C.Section 9285,if the City Council adopts a resolution allowing
for the filing of rebuttal arguments,rebuttal arguments relating to a City measure shall
be filed with the Elections Official no later than 10 days after the final filing date for
primary arguments.In the resolutions regarding the primary argument,the City Council
may choose to designate some or all of the Members of the City Council Members to
file arguments opposing the initiative.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City Clerk's Office received an estimated cost of $78,000 from the County of Los
Angeles Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's Office for the placement of the Initiative on
the November 2,2010 Statewide General Election Ballot.On May 25,2010,the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes received a letter from Marymount College President Dr.Brophy
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in which he committed the payment by Marymount College of all of the City's costs
associated with placing the Initiative on the November 2010 ballot (see attachment).
Therefore,if the Initiative is placed on the November 2010 ballot,there should be no
fiscal impact to the City.
Attachments:
Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes,Calling for a Special Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday,November 2,
2010
Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes,Requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles to
Consolidate a Special Municipal Election of Said City to be held on November 2,2010
with the Statewide General Election
Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes,California,Setting Priorities for Filing a Written Argument Regarding an
Initiative Measure and Directing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis
Resolution No.2010-_,a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes,Providing for the Filing of Rebuttal Arguments for City Measures Submitted at
Municipal Elections.
Letter from Dr.Michael Brophy (Marymount College)dated May 25,2010.
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RESOLUTION NO.2010-_
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS
VERDES,CALIFORNIA,CALLING FOR A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,NOVEMBER 2,2010,AS REQUIRED BY THE
PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING
TO GENERAL LAW CITIES FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS A
QUESTION REGARDING THE ADOPTION OF A SPECIFIC PLAN TO
GOVERN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MARYMOUNT COLLEGE CAMPUS.
WHEREAS,under the provisions of the laws relating to general law cities
in the State of California,a Special Municipal Election shall be held on
November 2,2010,to submit to the voters at the election a question relating to
the development of the Marymount College Campus;
NOW,THEREFORE,THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
PALOS VERDES,CALIFORNIA,DOES RESOLVE,DECLARE,DETERMINE
AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.That pursuant to the requirements of the laws of the State of
California relating to General Law Cities,there is called and ordered to be held in
the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,California,on Tuesday,November 2,2010,a
Special Municipal Election.
Section 2.That the City Council,pursuant to its right and authority,
does hereby order submitted to the voters at the Special Municipal Election to be
held on November 2,2010,the following Initiative Measure:
Shall an ordinance be adopted that would enact a new
specific plan and related amendments to the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes ("City")general plan and zoning YES NO
ordinance to:(1)allow development of specified facility
improvements,including dormitories,on the Marymount
College Campus ("Campus")located at 30800 Palos
Verdes Drive East;(2)govern the operation of the
Campus,and (3)supersede inconsistent provisions of
the Municipal Code and prior City land use decisions
regarding the Campus?
Section 3.That the proposed complete text of the Initiative Measure
submitted to the voters is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein
by reference.
Section 4.The Initiative Measure must be approved by a majority of the
votes cast,in order for the ordinance to become law.
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Section 5.That the ballots to be used at the election shall be in form
and content as required by law.
Section 6.That the City Clerk is authorized,instructed and directed to
procure and furnish any and all official ballots,notices,printed matter and all
supplies,equipment and paraphernalia that may be necessary in order to
properly and lawfully conduct the election.
Section 7.That the polls for the election shall be open at seven o'clock
a.m.of the day of the election and shall remain open continuously from that time
until eight o'clock p.m.of the same day when the polls shall be closed,pursuant
to Election Code Section 10242,except as provided in Section 14401 of the
Elections Code of the State of California.
Section 8.That in all particulars not recited in this resolution,the
election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal
elections.
Section 9.That notice of the time and place of holding the election is
given and the City Clerk is authorized,instructed and directed to give further or
additional notice of the election,in time,form and manner as required by law.
Section 10.That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption
of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.
PASSED,APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON June 15,2010.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
State of California )
Cou nty of Los Angeles )ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes)
I,Carla Morreale,City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,
hereby certify that the above Resolution No.2010-_was duly and regularly
passed and adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on
June 15,2010.
City Clerk
Resolution No.2010-
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EXHIBIT A
CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN INITIATIVE MEASURE
The people of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes ordain as follows:
SECTION 1:INTRODUCTION.
A.We,the people of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,affirm our intent to encourage
the retention,limitation,and overall improvement of the existing college campus located at the
southeastern portion of the City,immediately south of the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive
East and Crest Road through a Specific Plan intended to manage the site.We seek to ensure that
the campus remains vital and continues'to provide benefits to the City while remaining
compatible to the surrounding community.On July 12,2000,the college first submitted
applications to the City to improve its campus.For almost ten years,these improvements have
been the subject of environmental and community review,culminating in a Final Environmental
Impact Report,numerous technical studies and analyses,reports and extensive community
involvement.Hundreds of thousands of privately donated dollars were spent while these delays
endangered this City treasure.The people of this City,who have consistently shown support for
these campus improvements,should now be given the opportunity to decide on the future of this
important community asset.Accordingly,we hereby amend the General Plan and hereby ordain
implementation of a Specific Plan and zone change to create the Campus Specific Plan
("Specific Plan"),subject to the conditions and restrictions set forth below.
B.The property that is the subject of this initiative measure is currently used as the
Marymount College campus ("Campus").The approximately 24.57-acre Campus is located on a
site overlooking the southern tip of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean,as more
particularly shown in Attachment A ("Specific Plan Area").The Campus is bordered on the
north,northeast,south and west by single-family residential neighborhoods.The areas situated
south and east of the site contain single-family residential neighborhoods and undeveloped lands.
An area map showing the property in the context of surrounding development is set forth in
Attachment B ("Specific Plan Boundary and Context Map").The Campus site generally
consists of an improved/developed area located at the northern portion ofthe property and vacant
areas along the property's south-facing slope and westerly area.The northern portion of the
property consists of an existing college campus,which has been improved and developed with
buildings,an athletic field,parking lots,paved areas and ornamental landscaping.The south-
facing slope and westerly area contain no improvements and are seasonally cleared of vegetation.
Existing development on the Campus is set forth in Attachment C ("Existing Campus").
This Specific Plan allows the demolition of approximately 18,022 square feet of existing floor
area and the construction of 136,008 square feet of new floor area on the Campus,which
includes a 14,916-square foot expansion to existing buildings.The proposed additions and new
buildings would result in a total of21 0,254 square feet of floor area,representing a net increase
of 117,986 square feet over the existing floor area of 92,268 square feet.The new floor area
would be developed in the form of six new structures and the renovation of four existing
structures.Additionally,the Specific Plan would relocate the existing athletic field,and tennis
and basketball courts from the east side of the Campus to the west side.Also,the entry drive and
existing parking area would be reconfigured/reconstructed.A site plan more particularly
describing the features and land uses permitted within the Specific Plan area is set forth in the
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Land Use Plan set forth in Attachment D.The limitations which will ensure that Campus uses
will be sensitive to the environment and to neighboring properties bordering the Specific Plan
area are set forth in the Campus Requirements in Attachment F.
C.We therefore find that the master planning of the Campus site through
implementation of the Specific Plan and the facilities and uses permitted by this initiative is
appropriate and desirable.The Specific Plan area is compatible with surrounding development.
The Campus Requirements will ensure that implementation of the Specific Plan shall be limited
and coordinated to remain sensitive to surrounding communities.The Specific Plan includes
appropriate service systems for the level and type of development proposed.
SECTION 2:CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT.
The people of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby amend the General Plan of
Rancho Palos Verdes as follows:
A.Campus Specific Plan Land Use Category Amendment
The Land Use Element of the General Plan is hereby amended to include the Campus
Specific Plan.This text shall be printed in the General Plan in close proximity to reproductions
of Attachments A through G to this initiative measure.
B.Technical Conforming Amendments to General Plan
Additional technical,conforming amendments,to ensure that the Campus Specific Plan
district mid the Campus Specific Plan are consistent with and implement the General Plan's
goals,policies,objectives and implementatioq.measures,are set forth as follows.
1.Policy 11,p.78,shall be revised to read as follows:"Control the
alteration of natural terrain while encouraging the restoration of previously modified terrain."
2.Policy 15,p.78,shall be revised to read as follows:"Enforce height
controls and use planning tools,including specific plans,to further lessen the possibility for view
obstructions."
3.Add Policy 8,p.93,to read as follows:"Encourage use of planning tools
such as specific plans to manage large educational campus facilities."
4.Add a Section entitled "Specific Plan"to p.197,as follows:"Specific
Plan.A specific plan designation can incorporate any of the allowed General Plan land uses.
The specific plan shall be designated in the Municipal Code as a specific plan area.The specific
plan for an area will indicate the City's specific goals for the specific plan area as more
particularly described in the specific plan.Implementation of a specific plan shall in no way be
construed as in conflict with the General Plan."
5.Add a paragraph between the second to the final and the final paragraph of
the text on p.206,to read as follows:"The Campus Specific Plan,approved by the voters at an
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election called for the purpose of enacting this measure,located as particularly described on the
Rancho Palos Verdes Zoning Map,is an authorized Specific Plan for purposes of this section."
C.Specific Plan Relationship to General Plan
The Campus Specific Plan is consistent with the General Plan,and is incorporated into
the General Plan,as referenced above.
SECTION 3:CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN ZONE CHANGE
The people of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes enact an ordinance creating the Campus
Specific Plan district,as follows:
A.Creation of the Campus Specific Plan Zoning Designation.
Title 17 of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code ("RPVMC"or "Municipal Code")
and the zoning map are amended to create Specific Plan District V,referred to generally as the
Campus Specific Plan and herein as the Specific Plan,and to apply it to the Specific Plan area.
A new Section 17.38.100 and related subsections,as described below,are added to Title 17,
Chapter 38 of the Municipal Code,as set forth below.
17.38.100.Specific Plan District V.
Specific Plan District V,also known as the Campus Specific Plan ("Specific Plan"),
encompasses all properties generally associated with the existing approximately 24.57-
acre college campus located at 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East,immediately south of the
intersection of Palos Verdes Drive East and Crest Road ("Campus").This plan allows
for the renovation and modernization of Campus facilities in order to maintain and
enhance the quality of the educational and recreational programs offered on the Campus
in a manner that is compatible with the surrounding community.The plan proposes a
cohesive design and identity for the Campus site while controlling and limiting potential
development of the site.This section provides standards and regulations for development
within the Specific Plan area.This section was enacted by initiative.
17.38.100.010.Purpose.
The purposes of Specific Plan District V include:(a)to ensure that the Campus remains
vital and continues to provide educational,recreational,social,and other benefits to the
city while remaining compatible with the surrounding community;and (b)to establish the
specific land uses and development standards applicable to the property within the
Specific Plan.
17.38.100.020.Uses and Development Permitted.
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No development may occur within the Specific Plan area unless it is consistent with the
Specific Plan.Only those uses set forth in the Specific Plan may be conducted or
constructed in Specific Plan District V,as follows:
A.All land uses within the Specific Plan area,shown in the Specific Plan Land
Use Table,that existed as of the date this ordinance becomes effective;
B.Academic instructional and classroom facilities (including laboratories,fine
arts studios,research facilities,etc.);
C.Administrative offices (including faculty offices);
D.Athletic facilities and intercollegiate and other athletic activities,
competitions,games,and events;
E.Auditorium;
F.Chapel and worship facilities;
G.Dining facilities;
H.Fine arts facilities;
I.Library;
J.Preschool;
K.Educational programs;
L.Residence halls;
M.Day care and day camp;
N.Ancillary educational facilities (i.e.,computer labs,maintenance areas,
student health center,bookstore,and retail ancillary to educational use);and
O.Temporary special uses and developments.
17.38.100.030.Specific Plan Development Standards.
The development standards for the Specific Plan area are as set forth in the Specific Plan,
and are incorporated into this section 17.38.100.030 by reference.
17.38.100.040.Development Conditions and Limitations.
Development within the Specific Plan area shall be subject to the Campus Requirements
listed in Attachment F,which include provisions relating to restrictions and limitations
upon development and operations within the Specific Plan area.The Campus
Requirements are on file in the office of the director.The city shall have available to it
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for enforcing the Campus Requirements the same enforcement mechanisms as it would
have for conditions of approval of other development projects,except that the city shall
not have the power to revoke,repeal,amend or stay the Specific Plan or any or all of its
components.The city may also substitute equivalent measures,without the need for a
vote of the people,subject to the consent of the Campus owner.
17.38.100.050.Applications for Development.
If an application for development consistent with the Specific Plan is submitted to the
city,and is also consistent with all applicable city grading and building standards,then
the application shall issue ministerially.Certificates of occupancy shall also issue
ministerially provided only'that construction conforms to applicable building and grading
requirements for issuance of such certificates,and to the provisions of the Specific Plan.
Except as provided in the Specific Plan,including the Campus Requirements,no
additional approvals or entitlements,including but not limited to departmental review
approval,conditional use permit,use permit,development plan,planned development,
variance,zoning clearance,site plan approval,site plan review,minor use permit,or any
other review,approval,or entitlement purporting to regulate or guide land use or
development shall be required by the city for the development described in such
application.
B.Technical Amendments to Title 17 of the Municipal Code
Title 17 of the RPVMC is hereby amended to create and include Section 17.96.1202 as
follows:
17.96.1202 -Campus Specific Plan
"Campus Specific Plan"means the development standards,regulations,and conditions
governing Specific Plan District V,which apply to the property described therein,and
which plan is more particularly set forth in the Campus Specific Plan adopted by the
people of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes at an election called for the purpose of
enacting this measure,that is on file in the office ofthe director.
C.Amendment to Maps
The City of Ranchos Palos Verdes Zoning Map and all related zoning maps also are
amended to change the zone for the Campus from the current Institutional (I)District to Specific
Plan District V and are amended to substitute the diagram in Attachment C for the area of such
maps that depicts the Campus,and to include the notation "Specific Plan District V is subject
only to the provisions of section 17.38.100 of this Code and the Campus Specific Plan."
D.Zoning Code;Conflicts with Specific Plan
Except as may be otherwise expressly set forth in the Specific Plan,the standards and
definitions of the Specific Plan shall govern in lieu of any provisions of the City of Ranchos
Palos Verdes Municipal Code and all related zoning regulations and definitions that conflict with
any provision of the Specific Plan.
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SECTION 4:CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN
A.Campus Specific Plan
The Campus Specific Plan ("Specific Plan")applies to the property,which is commonly
known and currently used as the Marymount College campus,and is located at the southeastern
portion of the City,immediately south of the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive East and Crest
Road.The approximately 24.S7-acre Property is located on a site overlooking the southern tip of
the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean that is more particularly described in
Attachment G ('Legal Description")to this ordinance.The only zoning district that is
consistent with this Specific Plan is Specific Plan District V.
The Specific Plan permits all existing uses and activities within the Specific Plan area,
renovation to the existing Campus consisting of the demolition of some existing buildings,the
modernization and expansion of existing buildings,the construction of new academic,
recreational,student and staff housing,and related ancillary facilities,and the relocation and
reconfiguration of recreational facilities,athletic fields and parking facilities as shown on
Specific Plan Land Use Table below and on Attachment D-Specific Plan Land Use Plan.
The Specific Plan Land Use Plan sets forth the anticipated locations of the various land
uses and facilities within the Specific Plan area.As more particularly described in Section B.S,
below,the Specific Plan Land Use Table represents potential development within the Specific
Plan area.~"
Specific Plan Land Use Table
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ClassroomIAcademics 26.180 0 0 26.180
AuditoritlnlFine Arts Studio 8,012 0 1,869 9,881
Faculty Office 1.346 0 1.455 14,801
student UnionlBookstoreJFa 18.158 0 3492 21650
Administration/Admissions 9,450 0 2,100 11,550
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View RoomfHail 1.530 0 0
MainIenanceIPhoto lab 2696 0 0
F Bookstore/Heath Center 2.870 0 0
Arts 3.648 0 0
Preschool 2,998 0 0
U 4.072 0 0
Pool Equipment 208 0 0
G Church 5.100 0 5,100
92.268 14.916 89,162
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Provided that development within the Specific Plan area remains within the permitted
land uses,the maximum allowable net new square footage,the maximum allowable height
limitations,and all other development limitations and conditions set forth herein in the Specific
Plan,the Specific Plan area may be renovated and developed in any manner that is consistent
with the Specific Plan.
1.Existing Uses and Activities Permitted
This Specific Plan permits all of the existing land uses shown in the Specific Plan Land
Use Table and permits all activities within the Specific Plan area that exist or routinely occur as
of the date this ordinance becomes effective.
Activities presently occurring within the Specific Plan area include:
•College preparatory,post-secondary,graduate,continuing education,preschool
and other educational programs.
•Religious services open to the general public.
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•Cultural events open to the general public.
•Intramural and club sports,and intercollegiate athletic league competitions,
games,and matches.
•Summer youth educational and recreational programs.
•Community programs and events sponsored by community organizations.
•Special events sponsored by student,alumni or campus organizations.
2.Demolition,Repair and Reconstruction Permitted
The Specific Plan allows for the demolition of any building,structure or other facility
within the Specific Plan area.Only a demolition permit, and no other permit or discretionary
process or approval,may be required for the demolition,repair or reconstruction of any building,
structure or other facility within the Specific Plan area as of the date the Specific Plan becomes
effective.Any buildings,structures or other facilities permitted within the Specific Plan area
may be repaired and maintained in the ordinary course and,in the event of casualty or substantial
damage,may be reconstructed.
3.Renovation Permitted
The Specific Plan permits renovation of the following existing facilities within the
Specific Plan area:
Auditorium/Fine Arts Studio.A 1,869-square foot,one-story art studio addition on the
south side of the existing auditorium building for a total floor area of9,881 square feet.
Faculty Office Building.A 7,455-square foot two-story addition east of the existing
7,346-square foot faculty office building,providing a total floor area of 14,801 square feet.The
addition would consist of a classroom,storage and lounge area that would connect the faculty
office building to the academic building on the first floor and would create new faculty offices
and conference room space on the second floor.The addition would connect with the existing
roof of the building.
Student Union (Bookstore/Faculty Dining Addition).A two-story addition to the existing
18,158-square foot Student Union building that includes 3,492 square feet of additional floor
area for a total area of 21 ,650 square feet.The addition consists of a 1,496-square foot bookstore
addition on the first floor and a 1,996-square foot faculty dining area on the second floor.
Administration Building.A single-story approximately 2,1 OO-square foot addition to the
existing 9,450-square foot administration building,resulting in a total floor area of 11,550 square
feet.The addition includes a remodel of the existing fa~ade,as well as the interior layout of the
building.The primary entrance to the building would be on the north side,opening onto a plaza
with a fountain.This plaza would provide a connection to the redesigned parking lot.
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Only building permits and other ministerial permits and processes will be required for the
completion of the renovations expressly permitted by the Specific Plan as set forth herein.No
discretionary permits,approvals,or processes will be required.
4.New Facilities Permitted
The Specific Plan permits the development of the following uses and facilities within the
Specific Plan area:
Library.A new 26,71O-square foot library and lecture hall may replace the existing
4,072-square foot library that is connected to the existing academic building,and would include
a partial remodel of the fa~ade of the existing academic building.
Maintenance Building.A 1,975-square foot maintenance building may be developed
north of the proposed athletic facility.
Athletic Facility.An athletic facility may be built at the western facade of the existing
Student Union building.The facility would be two-stories,totaling 33,243 square feet.The
building would include a gymnasium,locker rooms,weight room,aerobic room,classroom area,
concessions area and outdoor terrace.The existing outdoor pool would be removed and a new
pool would be constructed adjacent to the proposed athletic facility.
Residence Halls.Residence Halls may be developed in one or two interconnected,two-
story buildings totaling 58,504 square feet connected by a 660-square foot gallery on the lower
level between the Residence Halls.Up to a total of 128 rooms,housing a maximum of 255
occupants is permitted.The Residence Halls may contain lounge space,laundry facilities,and
activity rooms.Emergency vehicle access to the Residence Halls would be provided along the
pedestrian walkway that connects to the parking lot on the east side of the Campus,as well as
non-vehicle access along the southern side of the Residence Halls.
Gallery.A gallery may be built to connect the Residence Halls.
Only building permits and other ministerial permits and processes shall be required for
the development of the new facilities expressly permitted by the Specific Plan as set forth above.
No discretionary permits,approvals,or processes shall be required for any new facility or
program expressly permitted within the Specific Plan.
5.Maximum Net New Square Feet of Development
A maximum of 118,000 square feet of net new development is permitted in the Specific
Plan area.The baseline for calculating the net new square feet of development shall be the total
square footage of the existing buildings within the Specific Plan as shown on the Specific Plan
Land Use Table.
The maximum permitted net new development of 118,000 square feet in the Specific Plan
area may be allocated to any permitted use or combination of uses within the Specific Plan area.
The surface area of active recreational open space such as play fields is not considered new
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square feet for purposes of calculating the maximum Net New Square Feet of Development
within the Specific Plan.
6.Maximum Fixed Classroom Seats
A maximum of 655 fixed classroom seats is permitted in the Specific Plan area.
7.Required Improvements &Development Standards within the Specific
Plan Area
Ancillary Facilities.To improve and enhance the aesthetic environment of the Specific
Plan area and to improve the pedestrian and vehicular circulation within the Specific Plan area,
ancillary site improvements within the Specific Plan area are required as shown on Attachment
D and are summarized as follows:
•Two new entry signs (up to 6.0 feet in height);
•An information/welcoming booth at the Campus entrance (not to exceed 48 square feet);
A rose garden,substantial new landscaping and new trees,raised planters,fountains,
multiple plazas,colored and textured pedestrian walkways,low retaining walls with stone
finishes,and trellis structures;
•Loading facilities adjacent to the maintenance and athletic facility;and
• A trash enclosure in the service yard area.
Architectural Style/Theme.The architectural style of all new buildings in the Specific
Plan area shall be in keeping with the Mediterranean climate of Rancho Palos Verdes and the
existing architectural context.Architectural treatments may include detailing such as stone
veneer,large overhangs,clay tile roofs,wood and earth tone stucco,and the like in order to
resemble the architectural integrity of the surrounding residential neighborhoods.Offsets and/or
projecting roof and wall elements are encouraged to create visual interest and shade/shadow
variations.
Landscaping.Except as otherwise expressly stated herein,the Specific Plan area shall
conform to all applicable landscape policies and regulations of the General Plan and Municipal
Code.
Parking and Access.Existing vehicle entry access to the existing Campus within the
Specific Plan area may remain at its current location at the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive
East and Crest Road.The driveway shall be widened and oriented to Palos Verdes Drive East,
such that a right angle is formed.Parking shall be increased and reconfigured,and should
primarily be located on the north and east portions of the Campus.A total of 463 off-street
parking spaces are required prior to issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for any new
building including 391 standard parking spaces and a maximum of72 compact parking spaces.
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Setbacks.Building setbacks from property lines shall confonn to the setback
requirements of the Institutional (I)Zone.Setbacks for parking areas shall be a minimum of ten
(10)feet from public roadways.
Temporary Modular Buildings.Temporary modular buildings may be added to the
Specific Plan area as provided in the Campus Requirements.
Slopes.Man-made slopes within the Specific Plan area may be removed and restored to
be more consistent with natural slope contours.
8.Infrastructure
Drainage.Drainage infrastructure within the Specific Plan area shall substantially
confonn to the drainage shown on the Land Use Plan.Drainage features and detention basins
shall confonn to the Campus Requirements in Attachment F.
Wastewater (Sewer).The County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles,District No.5 and
the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (DPW)provide wastewater services to the
City.Wastewater flow originating from the Specific Plan area is transported by a local City-
maintained sewer line to the Districts'Joint Outfall "J"Unit IE Trunk Sewer.This trunk sewer
is located in a right-of-way southwesterly of La Rotonda Drive.This 27-inch diameter trunk
sewer has a design capacity of 29.4 million gallons per day (mgd)and conveyed a peak flow of
3.2 mgd when last measured in 2002.
The wastewater generated by the Specific 'Plan area is treated at the Joint Water Pollution
Control Plant (JWPCP),located at 24501 South Figueroa,in the City of Carson.The JWPCP
has a design capacity of 385 mgd and cutrently processes an average flow of 324.2 mgd.
Currently,the JWPCP serves a population of approximately 3.5 million people.
The total expected increase in average wastewater flow from all Specific Plan area
pennitted uses is 23,597 gpd.
The County Sanitation Districts have stated their intent to provide the Specific Plan area
with sewer service up to the levels that are legally permitted.The legally pennitted levels are
contingent upon the available capacity of the Districts'treatment facilities which are in tum
limited to levels associated with approved growth identified in the SCAG regional growth
forecast.The wastewater flow associated with the Specific Plan area is not anticipated to exceed
levels associated with approved growth,as identified in the regional growth forecast.
Water Conservation.Rancho Dominguez District of the California Water Service
Company provides water service to the Specific Plan area.Permitted uses within the Specific
Plan area are anticipated to be within the service capabilities ofRDDCWSC.RDDCWSC would
accommodate the increase in water demand generated from the land uses within the Specific
Plan area and provide the substructure work.Land uses within the Specific Plan area would be
required to meet applicable water conservation goals,policies and regulations.
Solid Waste.The City has non-exclusive agreements with various haulers to provide
disposal service for solid waste generated within the City.Land uses within the Specific Plan
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area utilize haulers,negotiate the fees for service and arrange for bin(s)and/or roll-off(s)to be
provided at establishments within the Specific Plan area.The choice of which landfill to use is
ultimately made by the hauler that would service the Specific Plan area.The closest landfill
operated by the County Sanitation District of Los Angeles County that is available to serve the
Specific Plan area is the Puente Hills Landfill.The Puente Hills Landfill is pennitted to receive
13,200 tons of non-hazardous solid and inert waste per day.The landfill's existing local land use
pennit is valid through October 31,2013,at which time the site would stop accepting waste for
disposal.
There are four solid waste management facilities available to serve the Specific Plan area.
Current uses within the Specific Plan area generate approximately 3.24 tons of solid waste per
week.Land uses within the Specific Plan area would be required to meet applicable recycling
goals,reducing the amount of solid waste requiring disposal at landfills.
ElectricitY.Southern California Edison provides electricity service to the Specific Plan
area.Permitted uses within the Specific Plan area are anticipated to be within the service
capabilities of SCE.
Natural Gas.Southern California Gas provides natural gas service to the Specific Plan
area.Pennitted uses within the Specific Plan area are anticipated to be within the service
capabilities of SCG.sca would accommodate the increase in natural gas demand generated
from the land uses within the Specific Plan area and provide the substructure work.
B.Ministerial Modifications
1.The applicant for any building pennit or other ministerial pennit shall have
the right to deviate from the development standards and conditions required in
the Specific Plan as follows:
(a)Adjustments of not more than 5 percent to the locations and footprints
of land uses and facilities on the Specific Plan Land Use Plan may be
pennitted by right.
(b)A deviation of not more than 5 percent from any regulation of the
Specific Plan may be pennitted by right,except with regard to building
height,parking,fixed classroom seating,setbacks,and maximum
pennitted net new development square footage for which no
Ministerial Modifications are permitted.
2.All ministerial modifications shall be reviewed as part of plan check for the
underlying pennit,and shall not be denied by the city unless the requested
ministerial modification fails to comply with this Specific Plan.
C.Administrative Modifications
3.The Director of City Planning,Building and Code Enforcement or the
Director's designee(s)shall have the authority to approve deviations from the
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development standards and conditions required In the Specific Plan as
follows:
a.The maximum permitted 118,000 square feet of net new
development may be exceeded by not more than 15 percent.
b.Adjustments of more than 5 percent and not more than 15 percent
to the locations and footprints of land uses and facilities as
described in the Specific Plan Land Use Plan are permitted.Any
such adjustment may not increase any view impairment.
c.Except as may be permitted as a ministerial modification,a
deviation of not more than 15 percent from any regulation of the
Specific Plan may be permitted.
4.All administrative modifications are discretionary.Any consideration of an
administrative modification shall be made at a duly noticed public hearing.
5.Administrative modifications are appealable to the City Council.
D.Exceptions from Specific Plan
1.Any deviation from the permitted land uses,development standards,or
conditions of the Specific Plan that are not reviewable as an administrative
modification shall be reviewed and considered as Specific Plan exceptions.
2.The City Council shall have decision-making authority for granting
exceptions from the Specific Plan regulations.
E.Relationship to the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code
The provisions of this Specific Plan are in addition to those set forth in the Rancho Palos
Verdes Municipal Code ("RPVMC")and do not convey any rights not otherwise granted under
the provisions contained therein,except as specifically provided for herein.
Whenever provisions of this Specific Plan differ either in being more restrictive or less
restrictive from provisions contained in the RPVMC,or any other land development ordinance,
statute,regulation or policy,this Specific Plan shall supersede those other provisions.Whenever
this Specific Plan is silent with respect to a matter,the provisions of the RPVMC or any other
land development ordinance,statute,regulation or policy shall apply.Any ambiguity shall be
resolved in favor of the goals and purposes of the Specific Plan.
F.Interpretation
Whenever any ambiguity or uncertainty related to the application of this Specific Plan
exists so that it is difficult to determine the precise application of these provisions,the Director
of City Planning,Building and Code Enforcement or his or her designee shall,upon application
by the Campus owner,issue binding interpretations of the Specific Plan requirements consistent
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with the purpose and intent of this Specific Plan.Ambiguity between the Specific Plan and
RPVMC shall be interpreted in favor of and consistent with the goals and purposes of this
Specific Plan,and the Specific Plan shall control even if the applicable Municipal Code
provision is more recent or more restrictive.
G.Severability
If any provision of this Specific Plan or the application thereof to any person or
circumstance is held to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by any court of competent
jurisdiction,such invalidity shall not affect other Specific Plan provisions,clauses or application
thereof which can be implemented without the invalid provision,clause or application,and,to
this end,the provisions and clauses of this ordinance are declared to be severable.
SECTION 5:INTENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS MEASURE
A.Determining Consistency.
To ensure that our intent prevails,and to ensure that development of the Specific Plan is
subject to express,objective standards that cannot be changed through subsequent discretionary
actions or interpretations,words shall be interpreted according to the intent expressed in this
initiative measure,and shall be applied according to their plain meaning,rather than according to
the contrary provision of the RPVMC.Determinations of consistency of the Specific Plan and of
any proposed construction with the General Plan and zoning regulations of the City,shall be
limited to a determination of consistency with the Specific Plan,as adopted by this initiative.'
B.Amendment.
The chapter,pages,and sections set forth in this initiative measure may be renumbered
by City staff or by subsequent recodification by the City Council,so long as the zoning
regulations enacted by this initiative remain a separate,standalone,separately numbered chapter
of the zoning and/or land use ordinance of the RPVMC,and so long as the renumbering affects
no substantive change.City staff or the City Council may also make clerical changes to
reproduce or relocate any text or diagram of this initiative measure in a logical manner (such as
reproducing a copy of Attachment A,B,C,D,E,F or G in the General Plan or zoning code
next to the text to which it relates),so long as doing so affects no substantive change.
Corrections may be made to fix any typographical or clerical errors in this initiative,without a
vote of the people,provided that doing so affects no substantive change.Except as expressly
provided in this initiative measure,no other part of this initiative measure may be altered,
amended or supplemented,except upon a subsequent vote of the voters,or upon application of a
landowner of all or a portion of the property located within the Specific Plan area as to property
then owned by that landowner,which application is approved by the City Council.
C.Effective Date.
This initiative measure shall be considered adopted and effective upon the earliest date
legally possible,and in no event later than 10 days after the date the vote is declared as provided
in Elections Code section 9122.
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D.Voting Date.
We,the voters,request that the measure be placed on the ballot for the General Election
in November 2010,regardless of whether sufficient signatures are obtained on the petition
containing this initiative measure to otherwise permit a special election.
E.Statute of Limitations.
Unless a shorter statute is enacted by the State Legislature,all provisions of this initiative
measure shall be deemed a general plan amendment and/or rezoning decision subject to
Government Code section 65009(c),and no action or proceeding challenging all or any part of
this initiative measure shall be maintained unless commenced and service made within 90 days
of the date the vote on this initiative measure is declared by the City Council.
F.Severability.
If any word or words of this initiative measure,or its application to any situation,are held
invalid or unenforceable,in a final judgment that is no longer subject to rehearing,review or
appeal by a court of competent jurisdiction,then the word or words are severed,and the
remaining parts of this initiative measure,and the application of any part of this initiative
measure to other situations,shall continue in full force and effect.We,the people of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes,declare that we would have adopted this initiative measure,and each word
of it,irrespective of the fact that any other word,condition,or application to any situation,be
held invalid.It is our intent that any portion ~f this initiative measure that can lawfully be
implemented be implemented,even if doing so would not permit development of the Specific
Plan and even if doing so would otherwise ap,pear trivial or inconsequential.
G.Incorporation of Attachments.
All attachments are incorporated by reference and comprise part of this initiative
measure.These attachments are listed below for ease of reference:
Attachment A:Specific Plan Area
Attachment B:Specific Plan Boundary and Context Map
Attachment C:Existing Campus
Attachment D:Land Use Plan
Attachment E:Master Utility Plan
Attachment F:Campus Requirements
Attachment G:Legal Description
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Attachment F
CAMPUS REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL CONDITIONS
1)Improvements shall conform to the specific standards contained in the Ordinance
or,if not addressed therein,shall conform to the appropriate development and
operational standards of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code ("RPVMC").
2)The Director of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement shall be authorized to
approve minor modifications to any of the Campus Requirements if such
modifications achieve substantially the same results as would strict compliance
with such Requirements.
3)All applicable permits required by the Building and Safety Division shall be
obtained prior to the commencement of any construction activities.
4)All applicable environmental filing fees under the Fish and Game Code including
posting fees shall be paid.
5)If applicable,prior to issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy,the
Environmental Excise Tax in accordance with the RPVMC shall be paid.
6)If applicable,prior to issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy,compliance with
the Affordable Housing requirements of the RPVMC shall be demonstrated.
7)Compliance with all applicable provisions of the City's Transportation Demand
Management and Trip Reduction Ordinance as set forth in RPVMC section 10.28
shall be demonstrated.
8)The campus owner shall pay the cost of services to be provided on behalf of the
City by outside consultants that have been retained by the City to render services
specifically in connection with these improvements (e.g.,City Engineer,City
Attorney,geotechnical consultants,biologist,landscape architect,and
environmental consultants)..
9)All costs associated with plan check reviews and site inspections for the
Department of Public Works shall be paid by the campus owner.
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CONDITIONS
10)Temporary construction fencing shall be installed in accordance with the
RPVMC.Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permit,a Temporary
Construction Fence Plan,as part of the Construction Management Plan,shall be
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submitted.The Plan will identify items including,but not limited to,the type,
location and time duration of construction fencing to be installed to address
health and safety issues that are related to grading or other construction
activities.
All on-site construction and grading activities shall be limited to the hours
between 7:00 a.m.and 7:00 p.m.Monday through Saturday.No construction
shall occur on Sundays or Federal holidays as listed in the RPVMC unless a
special construction permit is first obtained from the Director of Planning,Building
and Code Enforcement at least 48 hours in advance of construction work.
The construction site and adjacent public and private properties and streets shall
be kept free of all loose materials in excess of the materials required for
immediate construction purposes.Such excess materials include,but are not
limited to,the accumulation of debris,garbage,lumber,scrap metal,concrete
asphalt,salvage materials,abandoned or discarded furniture,appliances,or
fixtures.
No overnight parking or storage of vehicles associated with construction shall be
permitted in the public right-of-way during construction.
Prior to issuance of any grading permit,final geotechnical and soils reports shall
be submitted to the Building Official and the City's Geotechnical Consultant.All
conditions specified in the approved geotechnical and soils reports will be
incorporated.
A notice to all property owners within a 500-foot radius of the Specific Plan area
shall be prepared at least 30 days prior to the commencement of construction.
Such notice shall be sent by the City,at the expense of the campus owner,and
shall include a contact (name,telephone number,and e-mail address)in the
event complaints need to be filed.A similar notice shall be visibly posted from
the right-of-way (Palos Verdes Drive East)at the entrance to the campus.
A detailed as-built Classroom Student Seating Plan shall be provided upon
completion of the later of the proposed new Library or Fine Arts Studio.Such
plan shall not exceed a maximum of 655 student seats.
Construction and grading activities within the public right-of-way shall be limited
to the days and hours approved by the Director of Public Works at the time of
permit issuance.
No on-site repair,maintenance,delivery of equipment and materials or vehicle
idling shall occur before 7:00 a.m.or after 7:00 p.m.Monday through Saturday,
nor on any Sunday or Federal holiday listed in the RPVMC unless otherwise
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specified in these Requirements or a special construction permit is obtained from
the City.Emergency repairs are exempt from this Requirement.
19)Prior to the issuance of any grading permits,a Construction Management Plan
shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works for review and approval.Said
Plan shall include,but not be limited to,the proposed routes to and from the
construction area for all deliveries of equipment,materials,and supplies,and
shall set forth the parking plan for construction employees,the installation of
traffic control signs,hours of arrival and departure for construction workers,
sound abatement measures,and street maintenance (street cleaning and
repairs).All construction-related parking must be accommodated on-site.No
on-street construction related parking shall be permitted.The queuing and idling
of construction worker vehicles and construction vehicles/equipment shall be
prohibited on-site and on City streets.Furthermore,a Haul Plan shall be
submitted by the campus owner to the Public Works Department prior to
issuance of grading permits.
20)Repairs to any public streets which may be damaged as a result of
improvements to the campus site shall be the responsibility of the campus owner.
21)Prior to issuance of any grading or building permit,the public roads that will be
used for construction traffic to and from the site,as described in the City-
approved Construction Management Plan,shall be filmed to document the pre-
construction road condition.Said film,in either a DVD or CD format,shall be
submitted to the Director of Public Works and shall be used to document any
roadway damage that may be associated with construction.
22)Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permit,the campus owner shall
submit security,in a form reasonably acceptable to the City,to cover any
damage to existing public roadways caused by construction.The amount of
such security shall be determined by the Director of Public Works and shall not
be released until all construction-related activities have been completed and after
final inspections by the City's Building Official.
23)Prior to the release of the security to cover any damages to existing public
roadways,all curbs,gutters,and sidewalks that are damaged as a result of
construction,as determined by the Director of Public Works,shall be repaired or
replaced by the campus owner.
24)All proposed driveways shall be designed in substantially the same alignment as
shown on the approved site plans,subject to final design review and approval by
the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Director of Public Works.
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25)Anyon-site raised and landscaped medians and textured surfaces,including
parking lot planters,shall be approved by the Director of Public Works,and by
the City Geologist in areas adjacent to or within the Building Geologic Setback
Area.
26)Handicapped access ramps shall be installed and or retrofitted in accordance
with the current standards established by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Access ramps shall be provided at all intersections and driveways.
27)All sidewalks and pathways shall be designed to comply with the minimum width
standards set forth in the most recent California Disabled Accessibility
GUidebook.
28)If excavation is required in any public roadway,the roadway shall be resurfaced
with an asphalt overlay to the adjacent traffic lane line to the satisfaction of the
Director of Public Works.
29)Prior to commencement of any excavation or construction within the public rights-
of-way,all necessary permits shall be obtained from the Director of Public Works.
30)Improvements shall comply with all requirements of the various municipal utilities
and agencies that provide public services to the property.
31)All existing easements shall remain.in full force and effect unless expressly
released by the holder of the easement.
INDEMNIFICATIONIINSURANCE
32)The campus owner shall hold harmless and indemnify City,members of its City
Council,boards,committees,commissions,officers,employees,servants,
attorneys,volunteers,and agents serving as independent contractors in the role
of city or agency officials (collectively,"Indemnitees"),from any claim,demand,
damage,liability,loss,cost or expense,including but not limited to death or injury
to any person and injury to any property,resulting from willful misconduct,
negligent acts,errors or omissions of the campus owner,the campus operator,or
any of their respective officers,employees,or agents,arising or claimed to arise,
directly or indirectly,in whole or in part,out of,in connection with,resulting from,
or related to the construction or the operation of the improvements authorized by
the Ordinance,including but not limited to the operation and use of the athletic
field.
33)The campus owner shall procure and maintain in full force and effect primary
general liability insurance in conjunction with umbrella coverage,which is
applicable to,and provides coverage in an amount of at least $5 million dollars,
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which amount shall be increased on each fifth anniversary of the issuance of the
first Certificate of Occupancy for any structure authorized by this Ordinance to
reflect increases in the consumer price index for the Los Angeles County area.
Said insurance shall insure against claims for injuries to persons or damages to
property that may arise from or in connection with the operation of the athletic
field as authorized by this Ordinance.Such insurance shall name the City and
the members of its City Council,boards,committees,commissions,officers,
employees,servants,attorneys,volunteers and agents serving as its
independent contractors in the role of City officials, as additional insureds.Said
insurance shall be issued by an insurer that is admitted to do business in the
State of California with a Best's rating of at least A-VII or a rating of at least A by
Standard &Poor's,and shall comply with all of the following requirements:
(a)The coverage shall contain no limitations on the scope of protection
afforded to the City,its officers,officials,employees,volunteers or
agents serving as independent contractors in the role of city or agency
officials which are not also limitations applicable to the named insured.
(b)For any claims related to the operation of the athletic field,including
balls that may enter the public road right-of-way,insurance coverage
shall be primary insurance as respects the City,members of its City
Council,boards,committees,commissions,officers,employees,
attorneys,volunteers and agents serving as independent contractors in
the role of city or agency officials.
(c)The limits of insurance shall apply separately to the development site.
(d)Each required insurance policy shall be endorsed to state that
coverage shall not be canceled except after 30-days prior written
notice by first class mail has been given to the City.
(e)Each required insurance policy shall be endorsed to state that
coverage shall not be materially modified except after five (5)business
days prior written notice by first class mail has been given to the City.
(f)Each required insurance policy shall expressly waive the insurer's right
of subrogation against the City and members of its City Council,
boards and commissions,officers,employees,servants,attorneys,
volunteers,and agents serving as independent contractors in the role
of City or agency officials.
(g)Copies of the required endorsements and certificates shall be provided
to the City when the insurance is first obtained and with each renewal
of the policy.
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(h)No activities involving field balls at the athletic field shall be
permitted unless such general liability insurance policy is in effect and
on file with the City.
Such insurance shall name the City and the members of its City Council,boards,
committees,commissions,officers,employees,servants,attorneys,volunteers
and agents serving as its independent contractors in the role of City officials,as
additional insureds.Said insurance may,at the campus owner's option,be in the
form of a separate excess insurance policy and may be issued by a non-admitted
carrier so long as the insurer is authorized to do business in the State of
California with a Best's rating of at least A-VII or a rating of at least A by
Standard &Poor's and shall comply with all of the requirements herein.
DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENTS
34)The Ordinance allows for the improvement of the existing campus facilities
(92,268 square feet of floor area)consisting of the demolition of 18,022 square
feet of existing floor area and the construction of 136,008 square feet of new floor
area,including improving existing buildings by 14,916 square feet.The proposed
improvements would result in a total of 210,254 square feet of floor area,as
outlined in the table shown below:
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o 0
o 0
o 0
o 0
o 0
o 0
o 0
o 5,100
o 26,180
660 660
1,975 1,975
3,492 21,650
2.100 11,550
7,455 14.801
1.869 9,881
35,626 35,626
26,710 26,710
33,243 33,243
22,878 .22,878
14,916 89,162
26,180 0
8,012 0
7,346 0
18,158 0
9,450 0
5.100 0
1.530 1,530
2,696 2,696
2,870 2,870
3,648 3.648
2,998 2.998
4,072 4.072
208 208
92,268 18022
Subtotal New Buildin s 121,092 121,092
Source:Rasmussen &Associates,Pro osed Master Site Plan
Total S uare Foota e 136,008 210,254
35)A Square Footage Certification prepared by a registered surveyor or engineer
shall be submitted to the Director of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement
prior to a framing inspection,indicating that the buildings,·as identified herein,do
not exceed the maximum permitted gross square footages (as measured from
exterior walls).
36)A security/information booth shall be constructed at the entry driveway.This
structure shall not exceed 54 square feet and a maximum height of ten (10)feet,
as measured from the lowest adjacent finished grade (935.50')to the highest roof
ridgeline (945.50').Architectural details shall be allowed to exceed the maximum
10-foot height limit.
37)Building setbacks shall comply with the development standards in this
Ordinance.A Setback Certification shall be prepared by a licensed engineer and
submitted to the Building and Safety Division prior to the framing inspection on
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each structure or prior to the final inspection of grading activities,whichever
occurs first.
38)The following structures,including improvements to existing structures,shall not
exceed the building heights and number of stories described below:
Auditorium /Fine Arts 925'942'17-feet One storyStudio
Faculty Building 912'940'28-feet Two stories
Student Union (bookstore
and faculty dining 910'940'30-feet Two stories
ex ansion
Administration/Admissions 926'951'25-feet One story
Library Building 912'951'39-feet One story
Maintenance Building 913'933'20-feet One story
933'North
Elevation
Athletic Facility 897.75'(flat roof)41-feet Two stories
938.75'South
Elevation
Residence Hall No.1 866'931'45-feet Two stories
Residence Hall No.2 866'931'45-feet Two stories
39)A Building Pad Certification shall be prepared by a licensed engineer and
submitted to the Director of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement and the
Building Official prior to final inspection of grading activities. A Roof Ridgeline
Certification,indicating the maximum height of each building,shall be prepared
by a licensed engineer and submitted to the Director of Planning,Building and
Code Enforcement and the Building Official prior to the final framing certifications
for each building.
40)New or replaced flagpoles shall be permitted at a maximum height of 16-feet,as
measured from adjacent finished grade to the highest point of the flag poles.
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BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS
41)Prior to the plan check submittal of the Athletic Facility,the Director of Planning,
Building and Code Enforcement shall determine that the Athletic Facility is
designed so that there is no significant view impairment of Catalina Island from
the viewing area of the property located at 3302 Narino Drive.To accomplish
this,the campus owner shall install a certified silhouette for review by the
Director of Planning,BUilding and Code Enforcement.In the event the Director
of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement determines that a significant view
impairment of Catalina Island exists,Athletic Facility shall be redesigned to
reduce the view impairment.
42)An Architectural Materials Board shall be submitted to the Director of Planning,
Building and Code Enforcement prior to issuance of building permits.The
Materials Board shall identify,at a minimum,a sample of the proposed exterior
building materials,roof tile materials,and paint colors for all new and improved
structures.
43)All new and improved structures,including but not limited to the Athletic Facility,
the Library,the Residence Halls,the Student Union,and the Classrooms shall be
finished in a muted earth-tone color,as demonstrated on the Materials Board.
44)The roof materials for all new and improved structures with pitched roofs,
including but not limited to the Library,the Student Union,the Residence Halls
and the Classrooms shall be tile,consisting of a muted color,as demonstrated
on the Materials Board.To the extent permitted by the City's Building Code,the
material for all flat roofs shall be a color that is compatible with the color of the
tiles used on the pitched roofs throughout the area.Partial roofs composed of
photovoltaic panels may be utilized.
45)All trash enclosure areas shall be designed with walls six (6)feet in height with
the capability of accommodating recycling bins.The enclosures shall be
consistent with the overall building design theme in color and material,and shall
include self-closing I self~latching gates.The enclosures shall integrate a solid
roof cover to screen the bins from view from all public rights-of-way and
surrounding properties.Trash enclosures shall be prohibited in all setback
areas.
46)Mechanical equipment,vents or ducts shall not be placed on roofs without
screening from view from the adjacent public rights-of-way unless approvals are
obtained pursuant to Section 17.48.050 of the RPVMC regarding building heights
and screening from view of all public rights-of-way and surrounding properties.
All new and improved structures,including but not limited to the Athletic Facility,
the Residence Halls,the Student Union,and the Library shall comply.
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47)The storage of all goods,wares,merchandise,produce,janitorial supplies and
other commodities shall be permanently housed in entirely enclosed structures,
except when in transport.
48)All new and improved structures must be completed within the time period
allowed pursuant to the City's Building Code after issuance of a building permit,
including any permitted extensions thereof.
TEMPORARY MODULAR BUILDINGS
49)The installation and use of temporary modular buildings shall be permitted until
the completion of the applicable permanent buildings or improvements.Upon the
issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy for the applicable building or
improvement,the temporary modular building serving such use shall be removed
within 30 days and the area restored to its previous condition.
50)The temporary modular buildings shall not exceed 15-feet in height,as measured
from the lowest adjacent grade to the highest roof ridgeline.
51)The exterior facades for the temporary modular building facades shall be painted
a neutral color to match the existing or the new structures and shall incorporate
materials that are similar to the proposed finish for the permanent buildings (not
including Palos Verdes Stone or other stone material).
52)The areas adjacent to the temporary modular buildings shall be landscaped to
visually screen the buildings from Palos Verdes Drive East and properties to the
south.
53)A building permit shall be obtained for applicable modular exterior improvements
(e.g.,decks,stairs,and facade details)from the Building and Safety Division.
GRADING
54)The following shall be the maximum quantities and depths of grading for the
improvements:
a.Maximum Total Grading (Cut and Fill):84,800 cubic yards.
b.Maximum Cut:56,000 cubic yards (14,200 cubic yards with 25%
shrinkage ).
c.Maximum Fill:42,400 cubic yards.
d.Maximum Depth of Cut:25 feet.
e.Maximum Depth of Fill:18 feet.
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The Director of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement shall be authorized to
allow deviations to the above grading quantities up to ten (10)percent for
unforeseen circumstances or due to conditions encountered in the field provided
that such deviation or modification to the grading quantities achieves
substantially the same results as with the strict compliance with the grading plan.
Any modifications resulting in additional grading in excess of the above amounts
shall require approval of an amendment to the grading permit.Rough grading
shall be balanced on-site.No import or export of earth shall be permitted,except
for fine grading materials such as select fill,unless required by unforeseen
circumstances or due to conditions encountered in the field.
Prior to the final inspection of the precise grading,the Building Official shall be
provided with a certified as-built grading plan prepared and wet-stamped by a
licensed engineer.Additionally,prior to the final inspection,the City shall be
provided with documentation of the location of existing or relocated bentonite soil
material.If applicable,the as-built grading plan shall identify all revisions to the
grading plan.
55)The grading plans shall identify the location of the building geologic setback line.
All water runoff in this area shall be collected and diverted to the City-approved
drainage system.
56)Recommendations made by the City Geologist,the City Engineer,and the
Building and Safety Division shall be incorporated into design and construction.
57)Recommendations made by the project geologist,as modified by comments from
the City's Geologist,shall be incorporated into design and construction.
58)Prior to issuance of any grading permit,the City's Geologist and Building Official
shall review all applicable structural plans or design information and reports as
deemed necessary by the City's Geologist,Building Official,or both,inclUding but
not limited to,geotechnical reports during the plan check review process to
ensure that the improvements will not threaten public health,safety,and welfare.
59)If applicable,as determined by the City Geologist,prior to the issuance of any
grading permit,a bond,cash deposit,or combination thereof shall be posted by
the campus owner to cover costs for any geologic hazard abatement in an
amount to be determined by the Director of Public Works.Said security shall be
released after all grading related activities are completed and after the approval
of the as-built grading plans by the Building Official.
60)Prior to issuance of any grading permit or building permit,a Certificate of
Insurance shall be submitted to the City demonstrating that the campus owner or
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its applicable contractor has obtained a general liability insurance policy in an
amount not less than $5 million dollars per occurrence and in the aggregate to
cover awards for any death,injury,loss or damage,arising out of grading or
construction.Said insurance policy must be issued by an insurer that is
authorized to do business in the State of California with a minimum rating of A-VII
by Best's Insurance Guide or a rating of at least A by Standard &Poors.Such
insurance shall name the City and the members of its City Council,boards,
committees,commissions,officers,employees,servants,attorneys,volunteers
and agents serving as its independent contractors in the role of City officials,as
additional insureds.A copy of this endorsement shall be provided to the City.
Said insurance shall be maintained in effect at all times during actual
construction until the approval of the Final Certificate of Occupancy and shall not
be canceled or reduced during the grading or construction work without providing
at least thirty (30)days prior written notice to the City.Further,the insurance
shall remain in place for a minimum period of five (5)years following final
inspection and approval,but only as to the proposed drainage system,including
detention basins.
61)Prior to issuance of any grading permits,a bond,cash deposit,or other City-
approved security shall be posted to cover the costs of grading in an amount to
be determined by the Director of Public Works.The bond,cash deposit,or other
City-approved security,at a minimum,shall be sufficient to pay for the cost of
restoring the site to an acceptable condition,as determined by the Building
Official and the Director of Public Works,in the event that improvements are not
completed.This shall include,but not be limited to,stabilizing and hydro-seeding
all slopes,completing all retaining walls that are required to maintain the slopes,
installing erosion control improvements,and filling in grade depressions or holes.
Said security shall be released after all grading-related activities are completed
and after the approval of the as-built grading plans by the Building Official.
62)Prior to issuance of a grading permit,a dust control plan pursuant to South Coast
Air Quality Management District Rule 403 and the City's Municipal Code
requirements shall be provided to the Director of Planning,Building and Code
Enforcement.
63)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit,a plan indicating,to scale,clear sight
triangles which shall be maintained at the driveway intersection shall be prepared
and submitted to the Director of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement.No
objects,signs,fences,walls,vegetation,or other landscaping shall be allowed
within these triangles in excess of three (3)feet in height.
64)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit,the following improvements shall be
designed to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works:1)all provisions for
surface drainage;2)all necessary storm drain facilities extending to a
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satisfactory point of disposal for the proper control and disposal of storm runoff;
and 3)all water quality related improvements.Where determined necessary by
the Director of Public Works,associated utility easements shall be dedicated to
the City.
65)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit,a restricted use covenant shall be
recorded,to the satisfaction of the City Attorney and the City Geologist,that
prohibits improvements within the designated Building Geologic Setback Area as
described in the campus owner's geotechnical reports and as depicted on the
site and grading plans.Limited irrigation in this area shall be permitted.
66)Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Geology and/or Soils Engineer's
report on the expansive properties of soils on all building sites shall be submitted
for review and approval by the City Geologist.The City shall be provided with
documentation of the on-site location of bentonite soil material.
67)Prior to the issuance of a building permit,an as-built geological report shall be
submitted for new structures to be founded on bedrock,and an as-built soils and
compaction report shall be submitted for new structures to be founded on fill as
well as for all engineered fill areas.
68)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit,the project geologist shall review and
approve the final plans and specifications and shall stamp and sign such plans
and specifications.
69)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit,a grading plan review and geologic
report,complete with geologic map,shall be submitted for review and approval
by the City's Geotechnical Engineer.
70)Foundations shall be set in accordance with the RPVMC and shall extend to
such a depth as to be unaffected by any creep-prone surficial soil and/or
weathered bedrock.Field review and certification by the campus owner's
geologist is required.
71)All grading shall be monitored by a licensed engineering geologist and/or soils
engineer in accordance with the apptlcable provisions of the RPVMC and the
recommendations of the City Engineer.Written reports,summarizing grading
activities,shall be submitted on a weekly basis to the Director of Public Works
and the Director of Planning,Building,and Code Enforcement.
72)Compliance with all appropriate provisions of the City's Grading Ordinance,
unless otherwise approved in or amended by this Ordinance,shall be
demonstrated.
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73)Grading activity on-site shall occur in accordance with all applicable City safety
standards.
74)Prior to final grading inspection by the Building and Safety Division,the graded
slopes shall be properly planted and maintained in accordance with the
Landscape Plan.Plant materials shall generally include significant low ground
cover to impede surface water flows.
75)Prior to final grading inspection by the Building and Safety Division,all
manufactured slopes shall be contour-graded to achieve as natural an
appearance as is feasible and shall be less than 35%.
76)Any water features (fountains,etc.),including the detention basin,shall be lined
to prevent percolation of water into the soil.Designs for all water features shall
be included on the grading plans submitted for review by the City's Building
Official and Geotechnical Engineer prior to the issuance of any grading permits.
77)The swimming pool shall be lined and shall contain a leak detection system,
subject to review and approval by the City's Building Official.
78)The use of on-site rock crushing,including large-scale stonecutting,shall be
prohibited with the exception of the use of a minimal number of stonecutting
saws for the final fitting and installation of the stone veneer on the building and
site walls,provided that these stonecutting saws are located immediately
,adjacent to the areas where the stone veneer is being applied and as far as
possible from nearby residences.
79)Retaining walls shall be limited in height as identified on the grading plans.Any
retaining walls exceeding the permitted heights shall require the processing of a
revised grading permit for review and approval by the Director of Planning,
Building and Code Enforcement.
UTILITIES
80)Prior to issuance of the final grading inspection,all new utilities exclusively
serving the site shall be placed underground including cable television,
telephone,electrical,gas and water.All appropriate permits shall be obtained for
any such installation.Cable television,if utilized,shall connect to the nearest
trunk line at the campus owner's expense.
81)No above ground utility structure cabinets,pipes,or valves shall be constructed
within the public rights-of-way without prior approval of the Director of Public
Works.If permitted,above ground utility structure cabinets,pipes,or valves shall
not impede the pedestrian circulation flow.
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82)Use of satellite dish antenna(e)or any other antennae shall be controlled by the
provisions set forth in the RPVMC.Centralized antennae shall be used rather
than individual antennae for each building.
83)Prior to issuance of any building or grading permits,sewer plans shall be
prepared in accordance with the Countywide Sewer Maintenance District.The
campus owner shall be responsible for the transfer of sewer facilities to the
Countywide Sewer Maintenance District for maintenance.
84)A sewer improvement plan shall be prepared as required by the Director of
Public Works,the City Building Official,and the County of Los Angeles.
85)Prior to issuance of bUilding or grading permits,a written statement from the
County Sanitation District accepting any new facility design and/or any system
upgrades with regard to existing trunk line sewers shall be submitted to the
Director of Public Works.Said statement shall include conditions of approval,if
any.
86)Prior to issuance of any final Certificate of Occupancy,sewer easements shall be
dedicated to the City,subject to review and approval by the Director of Building,
Planning and Code Enforcement and the Director of Public Works with respect to
the final locations and requirements of the sewer improvements.
87)Sewer Improvement Plans shall be reviewed by the County of Los Angeles,the
County Sanitation Districts,and the Director of Public Works.
88)A sewer connection fee shall be paid by the campus owner to the Sanitation
Districts of Los Angeles County prior to the issuance of a permit to connect to the
sewer line.
89)Prior to the construction of any water facilities,the Director of Public Works shall
review and approve the water improvement plan.Any water facilities that cannot
be constructed below ground shall be located on the subject property and
screened from view from any public rights-of-way,to the satisfaction of.the
Director of Public Works and the Director of Planning,Building and Code
Enforcement.In addition,an easement to the California Water Service shall be
dedicated prior to issuance of any grading or building permits.
90)The site shall be served by adequately sized water system facilities which shall
include fire hydrants of the size,type and location as determined by the Los
Angeles County Fire Department.The water mains shall be of sufficient size to
accommodate the total domestic and fire flows required for the improvements.
Domestic flow requirements shall be determined by the City Engineer.Fire flow
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requirements shall be determined by the Los Angeles County Fire Department
and evidence of approval by the Los County Fire Department is required prior to
issuance of building permits.
91)Framing of structures shall not begin until after the Los Angeles County Fire
Department has determined that there is adequate fire fighting water and access
available to such structures.
92)The campus owner shall file with the Director of Public Works an unqualified "will
serve"statement from the purveyor serving the improvements indicating that
water service can be provided to meet the demands of the proposed
improvements.Said statement shall be dated no more than six months prior to
the issuance of any building permit.Should the campus owner receive a
qualified "will serve"statement from the purveyor,the City shall retain the right to
require the use of an alternative water source,subject to the review and approval
of the City.
93)Prior to the issuance of building or grading permits,a statement from the
purveyor indicating that the proposed water mains and any other required
facilities will be operated by the purveyor,and that under normal operating
conditions the system will meet the needs of the improvements will be filed with
the Director of Public Works.
HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
94)Prior to issuance of any grading permit,an updated Master Drainage Plan for the
campus and any adjacent tributary area,inclUding supporting documents,shall
be submitted for review and approval by the City's Engineer,Building Official,
and Geologist.The Plan shall demonstrate adequate storm protection from the
design storm,under existing conditions,as well as after the construction of future
drainage improvements by the City along Palos Verdes Drive East immediately
abutting the site.The updated Master Drainage Plan shall also include,but not
be limited to,the items listed in the adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program and the following:
•Drop inlets connecting to the proposed storm drain system shall be added
along the eastern edge of the subject site including the eastern parking area.
The added drop inlets shall extend to the rose garden.
•An on-site storm water collection system that is designed to prevent water
run-off flows from entering off-site properties,including properties on Vista del
Mar and the City-owned San Ramon Reserve (Palos Verdes Nature
Preserve),shall be provided.
•The final size of the detention basin shall be identified.
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•Sheet overflow and ponding shall be eliminated or the floors of buildings with
no openings in the foundation walls shall be elevated to at least twelve inches
above the finished pad grade.
•Calculations shall be made according to the latest adopted Los Angeles
County Department of Public Works Drainage Calculation Methodologies.
95)Prior to issuance of any building or grading permits,a Storm Water Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP)to ensure compliance with the current California State
Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB)regulations,shall be submitted
to the Director of Public Works for review and approval.
96)The irrigation system and area drains proposed shall be reviewed and approved
by the City's Geotechnical Engineer,Building Official and Director of Public
Works.
97)A construction specific drainage report(s)shall be prepared demonstrating that
the grading,in conjunction with the drainage improvements,including applicable
swales,channels,street flows,and catch basins,will protect all building pads
from design storms,as approved by the Building Official and "the City Engineer.
98)All drainage swales and any other at-grade drainage facilities,including gunite,
shall be of an earth tone color.
99)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit,it shall be demonstrated to the
satisfaction of the Director of Public Works and City Engineer that the design
storm can be conveyed through the site without conveying the water in a pipe
and without severely damaging the integrity of the Standard Urban Stormwater
Mitigation Plan (SUSMP).If such integrity cannot be demonstrated,the SUSMP
shall be redesigned to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works and City
Engineer,which may require off-site flows to be diverted into a piped system and
carried though the site.
100)Prior to the issuance of any grading permit that proposes to convey off-site
drainage through the subject property,the campus owner shall execute an
agreement with the City that is satisfactory to the City Attorney agreeing to
defend,indemnify and hold the City,members of its City Council,boards,
committees,commissions,officers,employees,servants,attorneys,volunteers,
and agents serving as independent contractors in the role of City or agency
officials (collectively,"l ndemn itees"),harmless from any damage that may occur
to the subject property or to any improvements,persons or personal property
located on the subject property due to off-site storm flows that are designed,as
of the date the drainage plans are approved by the City,to flow onto,over,and
through the subject property ("Claims").The indemnity agreement need not (i)
obligate the campus owner or its successor or assigns to defend,indemnify or
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hold harmless any party other than the Indemnitees,or (ii)prohibit the campus
owner or its successor or assigns from taking any action against parties other
than Indemnitees with respect to the Claims or on any other basis.
101)Prior to the acceptance and final inspection of the storm drain system,all catch
basins and public access points that cross or abut an open channel shall be
marked with a water quality message in accordance with the SUSMP and
SWPPP.
102)Prior to issuance of any building or grading permit,a SUSMP pursuant to the
guidelines in Development Planning for Stormwater Management -A Manual for
the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP)prepared by the Los
Angeles County Department of Public Works 2002 (or most current version)shall
be submitted to the City.The SUSMP shall include both structural and non-
structural BMPs and shall comply with RWQCB and applicable National Pollution
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)permits.The SUSMP shall identify how
on-site water flows and off-site water flows that mix with on-site flows are treated
for pollutants prior to leaving the site.The Water Quality Management Plan
(WQMP)shall also include an Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP)that
addresses the use of grasscycling and pesticides for the lawn and landscape
areas including the athletic field.
All costs associated with the review,installation and maintenance of the SUSMP
and related Best Management Practices (BMPs)shall be the responsibility of the
campus owner.If the Plan requires construction of improvements,such plans
shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works.
103)Prior to issuance of any final Certificate of Occupancy,the SUSMP Maintenance
Agreement,outlining the post-construction BMPs,shall be recorded with the Los
Angeles County Recorder's Office.
104)Prior to the approval of the SUSMP,the City's Geotechnical Engineer shall
review and approve the Plan.
105)Prior to issuance of any final Certificate of Occupancy,full compliance with the
SUSMP adopted by the RWQCB shall be demonstrated.
106)Prior to issuance of any building or grading permits,any required documents,
including the Notice of Intent (NOI),shall be filed and all required permits
obtained from the RWQCB.
107)Prior to issuance of any building or grading permits,an Erosion Control Plan shall
be submitted for review and approval by the Director of Public Works.Said Plan
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shall be designed in conformance with the City standards and the requirements
of the RWQCB.
108)The campus owner or subsequent landowners shall maintain all on-site drainage
facilities,including,but not limited to structures,pipelines,open channels,
detention and desilting basins,mechanical and natural filtering systems,and
monitoring systems.The cost of maintaining these systems shall be based on
costs estimated and developed by the campus owner and approved by the
Director of Public Works and the City Engineer.A bond,letter of credit or other
security acceptable to the City shall be provided to secure completion of such
drainage facilities.A bond to cover the cost of their maintenance for a period of
two (2)years after completion shall also be provided to the City.
109)Subject to the agreement of Los Angeles County and if applicable,all eligible
drainage facUities shall be turned over to the Los Angeles County Public Works
Department upon completion and acceptance of the facilities by the County of
Los Angeles.
SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING
110)Improvements shall meet local and State required diversion goals in effect at the
time of operation.
111)Prior to issuance of any building or grading permits,an approved Construction
and Demolition Materials Management Plan (CDMMP or the Plan)shall be
prepared and submitted to the Director of Public Works for approval.The
CDMMP shall include all deconstruction,new construction,and
alterations/additions.The CDMMP shall document how 85%of the existing on-
site asphalt,base and concrete will be diverted through reuse on-site or
processing at an off-site facility for reuse.In no case shall the Plan propose to
recycle less than the State mandated goals as they may be amended from time
to time.
112)Prior to issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy,a Construction and Demolition
Materials Disposition Summary (Summary)shall be submitted to the Director of
Public Works upon completion of derholition and construction.The Summary
shall indicate actual recycling activities and compliance with the diversion
requirement,based on weight tags or other sufficient documentation.
113)Where possible,the site design shall incorporate solid waste minimization,the
use of recycled building materials and the re-use of on-site demolition debris.
114)The site design shall incorporate areas for collection of solid waste with adequate
space for separate collection of recyclables.
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OPERATIONAL
115)Any repair work conducted in or outside the Maintenance Building that may be
visible to the public,including from the public right-of-way,shall be screened with
landscaping from public view.
116)Unless an earlier time is specified in these Campus Requirements,campus
facilities open for student,participant,and public use shall close by 10:00 p.m.
with the exception of the Library,Auditorium,Student Union and Athletic Facility
which shall close by 11 :00 p.m.Notwithstanding the foregoing,the campus
operator may hold up to six (6)student activity events,such as dances,within a
calendar year in which campus facilities for such events may remain open until
midnight provided that at least three (3)weeks before the event,the campus
operator provides written notice of the special event to the Director of Planning,
Building and Code Enforcement.All such events shall also be posted on the
campus website.
117)Residence Halls shall be subject to "Quiet Hours"from 10:00 p.m.to 7:00 a.m.
daily.Late night driving shall be discouraged by requiring Residence Hall staff
approval for those drivers wishing to leave the campus between 11 :00 p.m.and
6:00 a.m.,and by staff monitoring and recording of any resident vehicle returning
to the campus between 11 :00 p.m.and 6:00 a.m.
118)The following areas of the campus shall be closed for all use between sunset and
sunrise and such hours of closure shall be visibly posted in the applicable
location,unless a Special Use Permit is obtained:
•Athletic field
•Rose garden
119)Use of the outdoor pool shall be prohibited between 10:00 p.m.and 6:00 a.m.
Monday through Friday,and between 8:00 p.m.and 6:00 a.m.on Saturday and
Sunday,unless a Special Use Permit is obtained.
120)The delivery of goods and supplies,including food supplies,shall be limited to
the hours between 7:00 a.m.and 7:00 p.m.,Monday through Sunday.
121)All regular truck deliveries shall use the loading docks adjacent to the student
union.
122}24-hour security shall be provided,including but not limited to the monitoring of
parking lots,to ensure outdoor noise levels are kept to a minimum.Between the
hours of 7 a.m.and 7 p.m.,Monday to Friday,a security guard shall be on duty
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at the information booth located near the entrance to the campus (Palos Verdes
Drive East).At all other times,security shall patrol throughout the campus.
123)The existing preschool shall discontinue its operation upon the demolition of the
building occupied for this use.The future use of a preschool,either within an
existing building or in a new building,shall require appropriate environmental
review and approval by the City.
124)A Neighborhood Advisory Committee shall be established consisting of one
representative selected by each of the following neighboring homeowner's
associations:EI Prado,San Ramon,Mira Catalina,Seacliff Hilltop,and
Mediterrania;two at-large representatives who live within 3000 feet of the
campus (one of which shall be selected by the Director of Planning,Building and
Code Enforcement and one by the campus owner);and a representative from
City Staff (non-voting member).The Committee shall meet,at a minimum of once
every fall and spring term,to review any campus operational and neighborhood
concerns.Reports on the meetings shall be provided to the City Council and the
Planning Commission.
PROGRAMS I STUDENT ENROLLMENT
125)The following academic and recreational programs and related activities may be
conducted on campus:
•Traditional Degree Programs
•Non-Traditional Degree Programs
•Continuing Educational Programs,such as but not limited to English as a
Second Language (ESL)
•Recreational Activities
•Summer Educational Programs
The use of the campus by groups or organizations unaffiliated with the campus
owner or operator for educational and recreational programs that would have
more than 100 participants or visitors present on campus at one time or would
occupy more than 20%of the 463 required parking spaces during such use shall
require a Special Use Permit.
126)The "Traditional Degree Programs"are the academic programs that offer classes
primarily during the day on weekdays (Monday to Friday).The "Non-Traditional
Degree Programs"are the academic programs that offer classes,including post-
secondary academic classes,primarily during weekday evenings and on
weekends (Saturday and Sunday),so as to generally avoid overlap with the class
schedules of the Traditional Degree Programs.The Traditional and Non-
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Traditional Degree Programs are referred to collectively as the "Degree
Programs."
127)The campus facilities may also be used to provide lifelong learning programs
("Continuing Education Programs")such as English as a Second Language
(ESL).For the purposes of this Ordinance,all students in such Continuing
Education Programs will be included as part of the total full-time and part-time
permitted student enrollment for both the Traditional and Non-Traditional Degree
Programs.The determination as to which enrollment category such students are
counted towards will be based on whether the applicable classes are primarily
offered during the weekdays (in which case the students would be classified as
part of the Traditional Degree Program enrollment)or nights/weekends (in which
case they would be classified as part of the Non-Traditional Degree Program
enrollment).
128)As used in this Ordinance,a "student"means either a "full-time student,"which is
a person enrolled in a Degree Program or a Continuing Education Program on
campus for at least 12 hours of course work during the applicable Term (as
defined below),or a "part-time student,"which is a person enrolled in a Degree
Program on campus or Continuing Education Program on campus for at least
three (3)hours,but up to 11 hours,of course work during the applicable Term.
129)The campus facilities may also be used for "Summer Educational Programs."
Summer Educational Programs are educational programs for persons generally
14 years or older such as college-credit classes for local high school students,
Upward Bound,and international'students taking ESL classes along with other
educational classes and recreational activities.Persons enrolled in Summer
Educational Programs are referred to in this Ordinance as "participants"for the
purpose of establishing enrollment limitations.
130)Educational programs may be offered throughout the calendar year under the
following general "Term"schedule:"Fall Term"(August through December),
"Winter Term"(January),"Spring Term"(February to May)and "Summer Term"
(June through July/August).
131)The following enrollment limitations apply:
A.The maximum total permitted enrollment in Traditional Degree Programs
on campus during the Fall,Winter,and Spring Terms is 793 students (full-
time and part-time).For the Summer Term,if other educational or
recreational programs are concurrently offered during weekdays,the
maximum total permitted enrollment in Traditional Degree Programs must
be proportionally reduced so that the combined enrollment in all such
programs (e.g.,Traditional Degree Programs and Summer Educational
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Programs)does not exceed a total of 600 students (full-time and part-
time)and participants.
B.The maximum total permitted enrollment in Non-Traditional Degree
Programs on campus during any Term is 150 students.
C.The maximum total permitted enrollment in any combination of Traditional
Degree Programs and Summer Educational Programs offered
concurrently during summer weekdays (June to August)is 600 students
and participants.
An enrollment report shall be submitted to the City for each Term within an
academic year for all Traditional and Non-Traditional Degree Programs and
Summer Educational Programs no later than 30-days after a Term has
commenced.
NOISE I MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
133)All new mechanical equipment,regardless of its location,shall be housed in
enclosures designed to attenuate noise to a level of 65 dBA CNEL at the campus
site's property lines.Mechanical equipment for food service shall incorporate
filtration systems to reduce exhaust odors.
134)Mechanical equipment shall be oriented away from any sensitive receptors such
as neighboring residences,and where applicable,must be installed with any
required acoustical shielding.
135)All hardscape surfaces,such as the parking area and walkways,shall be
properly maintained and kept clear of trash and debris.The hours of
maintenance of the site grounds shall be restricted to Mondays through Fridays
from 7:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.,and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.Said
maintenance activities shall be prohibited on Sundays and Federal holidays listed
in the RPVMC.
136)Noise levels from on-campus mechanical equipment and activities shall not
exceed 65 dBA CNEL at all property lines,except as otherwise permitted by the
RPVMC.A sound test report based on direction provided by the Director of
Planning,Building and Code Enforcement shall be provided within six (6)months
of the completion of any improvement exceeding 20,000 square feet in new floor
area.With respect to special on-campus educational,recreational,cultural,and
social events and activities,a Special Use Permit will only be required where,
based on demonstrable evidence including,but not limited to,verifiable sound
tests and reports based on similar past events and activities,a proposed special
event or activity will exceed 65 dBA for a cumulative period of more than 15
minutes in any hour at the applicable property lines.
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LIGHTING
137)A Lighting Plan for the improvements that is in compliance with the RPVMC shall
be submitted for review and approval by the Director of Planning,Building and
Code Enforcement.An as-built lighting plan shall be submitted to the City prior
to the issuance of the Final Certificate of Occupancy for each new building or
facility.
138)Parking and security lighting shall be kept to minimum safety standards and shall
conform to City requirements.Fixtures shall be shielded so that only the subject
property is illuminated;there shall be no spillover onto residential properties or
halo into the night sky.
139)No outdoor lighting is permitted where the light source or fixture,if located on a
building,is above the line of the eaves.If the light source or fixture is located on
a building with no eaves,or if located on a standard or pole,the light source or
fixture shall not be more than ten feet above existing grade,adjacent to the
building or pole.
140)No outdoor lighting shall be allowed for the tennis courts or the athletic field,
other than safety lighting used to illuminate the walkways and trails through the
campus.A Special Use Permit shall be obtained for the temporary use of lighting
in these areas for special events.
141 )The light standards at the parking lot along the property line adjacent to the
properties located on San Ramon Drive shall be no higher than the top of the
existing five (5)foot tall privacy wall.
142)The light standards at the east parking lot,located within the lower tier,shall be
limited to a height of 42-inches,as measured from adjacent finished grade.
TRAFFIC
143)Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for a newly constructed Library,
Maintenance,or Athletic Facility,the following improvement shall be
implemented:
Palos Verdes Drive EastlMiraleste Drive -Signalize the intersection.The
intersection traffic signal shall be designed to include a westbound right-
turn overlap,which would preclude u-turn movement from southbound to
northbound Palos Verdes Drive East.
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Western Avenue (SR-213)/Trudie Drive-Capitol Drive -Re-stripe the
eastbound Trudie Drive approach from one shared left-turn/through lane
and one de-facto right-turn lane to consist of one left-turn lane and one
shared through/right-turn lane.Implementation of this measure shall be
coordinated with the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,City of Los Angeles,
and Caltrans.
The Campus owner implementing this improvement may be eligible in the future
for partial reimbursement from future projects that result in impacts on this
intersection.
144)Prior to issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy,the Campus owner shall make
a one-time proportionate share contribution (13.21%based on AM peak hour
cumulative impacts)to implement the following:
Palos Verdes Drive East/Palos Verdes Drive South -Modify the
intersection to provide a two-stage gap acceptance design for southbound
left-turning vehicles.A raised median refuge area shall be constructed for
vehicles to turn left from Palos Verdes Drive East to cross westbound
Palos Verdes Drive South while waiting for a gap in eastbound traffic to
complete the turn to eastbound Palos Verdes Drive South.Additionally,
the existing raised median shall be narrowed to provide an acceleration
lane along Palos Verdes Drive South to accommodate vehicles
accelerating to join eastbound Palos Verdes Drive South·traffic flow.
Modifications to the Palos Verdes Drive East/Palos Verdes Drive South
intersection shall be designed taking into account truck turning radius
requirements and shall be to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director.
Since the Palos Verdes Drive East/Palos Verdes Drive South intersection
is impacted by the development anticipated in the Campus Specific Plan
for cumulative conditions,a proportionate share contribution (13.21 %
based on AM peak hour cumulative impacts)by the Campus owner
seeking the Certificate of Occupancy is applicable.
PARKING
145)Parking space dimensions and parking lot standards shall conform with the
RPVMC and shall include the location of all light standards,planter boxes,
directional signs and arrows.No more than 20%of the total parking spaces shall
be in the form of compact spaces.
146)The total number of vehicles for those residing in the Residence Halls will be
limited to a maximum of 125.
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147)Parking on the east side of the campus adjacent to the properties on San Ramon
Drive in the area marked on the site plan shall be limited to faculty and staff
between 7:00 a.m.and 10:00 p.m.Parking between 10:00 p.m.and 7:00 a.m.is
prohibited in this area.
148)Parking at the lower terrace of the eastern parking lot in the area marked on the
site plan shall be prohibited between 7:00 p.m.and 7:00 a.m.During this period
this portion of the parking lot must be closed off with the use of a chain or other
similar device to prevent cars from parking or accessing this area.
149)Prior to the final inspection of the rough site grading,emergency vehicular
access shall be installed at the site.A plan identifying such emergency access
shall be submitted to the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Director
of Public Works for review and approval prior to issuance of any building permit.
150)Prior to issuance of any building permit,an Emergency Evacuation Plan which
complies with the City's SEMS Multihazard Functional Plan shall be prepared
and instituted to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning,Building and Code
Enforcement.
151)The use of grasscrete pavers shall be prohibited within the Geologic Building
Setback Area.
152)Prior to issuance of any new Certificate of Occupancy,the campus operator shall
institute,to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning,Building,and Code
Enforcement and the Public Works Director,parking management strategies to
reduce weekday campus-related parking demand by the folloWing values:
•11 percent or greater for student enrollment between 744 and 793;
• 6 percent or greater for student enrollment between 694 and 743;
• 0 percent or greater for student enrollment of 693 or less.
Potential parking management strategies may include,but are not limited to,the
following:
•Provision of "carpool only"parking spaces;
•Implementation of parking pricing for campus parking permits;
•Utilization of remote parking;
•Provision of increased shuttle services;
•Offering financial incentives;
•Implementation of restrictions on parking by persons living in off-campus
housing owned or maintained by the campus operator.
LANDSCAPING
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153)All landscaping shall be planted and maintained in accordance with the City's
landscape requirements.
154)The campus owner shall replace any of the existing trees removed from the
southern slope and the adjacent area with 24"box trees at a 2:1 ratio,to
minimize the scarring or erosion of the southern slope that may result from the
grading.
155)Where practical,landscaping shall be planted and maintained to screen the
buildings,ancillary structures,and the night lighting for the improvements as
seen from surrounding properties and/or public rights-of-way,as depicted on the
Landscape Plan.Landscaping shall be planted and maintained to screen the
Athletic Facility from Palos Verdes Drive East and down-slope properties.
156)The area between the retaining wall along the eastern parking area and the
existing privacy wall for the adjacent properties along San Ramon Drive shall be
used as a landscaped buffer area and planted with trees not to exceed 16-feet in
height to provide additional screening.
157)The area between the front and street-side property lines and the required 42"
wrought iron fence/wall adjacent to the parking areas shall be landscaped and
maintained on both sides of the fence/wall.
158)Prior to issuance of any grading permit,a Campus Landscape Maintenance Plan
shall be submitted and approved by the Director of Planning,Building and Code
Enforcement.At a minimum,the Plan shall be consistent with the following
requirements:
•Landscape maintenance activities,including lawn mowing,are prohibited
between the hours of 5:00 p.m.and 7:00 a.m.Monday through Friday,and
on Saturdays from 4:00 p.m.to 9:00 a.m.Such maintenance activities
shall be prohibited on Sundays and Federal holidays as listed in the
RPVMC.
•The use of weed and debris blowers and parking lot sweeping shall be
prohibited before 8:00a.m.or after 5:00 p.m.,Monday through Friday,or
before 9:00 a.m.or after 4:00 p.m.on Saturday or at any time on Sundays
and Federal holidays as listed in the RPVMC.
•General identification of the irrigation hours.
•General tree pruning and trimming schedule.
159)The area between the eastern parking lot and the property line (adjacent to the
City-owned San Ramon Reserve)depicted on the site plan shall be landscaped
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with native plants that require little to no irrigation,as deemed acceptable by the
City Geologist.Such landscaping shall be reviewed and approved by the Los
Angeles County Fire Department prior to planting for fuel modification
compliance.Such plants shall not exceed a height of 42-inches,unless the
Director of Planning,Building and Code Enforcement determines that such
landscaping may exceed 42-inches up to a maximum of seven (7)feet,in order
to minimize any view impairment to the properties at 2742 and 2750 San Ramon
Drive.
FENCES,WALLS,AND HEDGES
160)The campus owner shall install and maintain a 42-inch tall combination wrought
iron fence and wall,finished in a stone veneer similar to the approved entry
signs,along the entire Palos Verdes Drive East frontage between the eastern
property line (adjacent to the corner of the rear property line for San Ramon)to
the northeastern corner of the tennis courts.Said fence/wall shall be set back a
minimum of five (5)feet from the property line to allow this area to be
landscaped,irrigated and maintained with approved plants,not to exceed 42-
inches in height,as identified on the Landscape Plan.
161)The campus owner shall construct a six (6)foot tall screening wall along the
eastern campus property line,beginning at the southwest corner property line for
Lot 26 (2742 San Ramon Drive /Tooley property).
162)A wrought iron fence,painted black,shall be installed and maintained along the
westerly edge of the Athletic Field at a maximum height of six (6)feet and 80%
open to light and air.Said wrought iron fence shall be set back a minimum of
three (3)feet from the property line to allow this area to be landscaped,irrigated
and maintained with approved plants,not to exceed 42-inches in height,to be
identified on the Landscape Plan.The installation of lighting onto said fence is
prohibited.
163)A retractable net at the southwest and northwest cOrrlers of the Athletic Field
may be installed.Said net,when extended,shall not exceed a height of 20-feet,
as measured from the lowest adjacent grade (891 ')on the Athletic Field side.
The Athletic Field net shall be extended at all times when the field is used for
recreational activities involving balls and shall be lowered at the conclusion of the
recreational actiVity..
164)The use of chain link fencing shall be prohibited within the front and street-side
setback yards (along Palos Verdes Drive East)with the exception of the chain
link fencing for the tennis courts.
165)The chain link fencing for the tennis courts shall not exceeded (ten)10 feet in
height (including combined retaining walls and fencing),as measured from the
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lowest adjacent finished grade to the top of the fence.Said fence shall consist of
a green or black mesh that is 80% open to light and air.The installation of
lighting onto said fence is prohibited.
166)The pool area shall be enclosed with a minimum five (5)foot high fence (80%
open to light and air),with a self-closing device and a self-latching device located
no less than four (4)feet above the ground.
SIGNS
167)Signs consistent with the RPVMC and two entry signs,adjacent to the driveway
entrance at Palos Verdes Drive East and Crest Road,at a maximum height of six
(6)feet and affixed to a stone veneer decorative wall,shall be permitted.
168)A Master Sign Plan that is consistent with the sign requirements of the RPVMC
shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of Planning,Building
and Code Enforcement.
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
169)Prior to issuance of any Grading Permit within the Specific Plan area,a habitat
assessment for the EI Segundo blue butterfly (Euphilotes battoides allyni)shall
be conducted by a qualified biologist permitted by the USFWS to conduct
surveys for this species,approved by the Director of Planning,Building,and
Code Enforcement,and paid for by the Campus owner.If any EI Segundo blue
butterfly is located in the impact area,authorization from the UFWS shall be
required prior to commencing any construction activities in the surveyed area.
Authorization can occur through either Section 7 or 10 of the FESA.The
authorization process would require preparation of a Biological Assessment or
Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP),which would include a Special Status Plant
Mitigation Program to avoid or minimize impacts to this species.The Special
Status Plant Mitigation Program may include avoiding the habitat of this species
or purchasing off-site habitat for this species.
170)No more than 30 days prior to commencement of any grading or construction
within the Specific Plan area,if such activity occurs during the breeding season
between February 1 and June 30,the party seeking a permit for grading or tree
removal shall retain a qualified Biologist,approved by the Director of Planning,
Building and Code Enforcement,who shall conduct a focused survey for active
raptor nests.If an active nest is found,reasonable restrictions on grading
activities may be required in the vicinity of the nest until the nest is no longer
active as determined by a qualified Biologist.
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171)Prior to issuance of any Grading Permit within the Specific Plan area,the
Campus owner shall cause to be prepared a jurisdictional delineation to
determine whether the two drainage channels within the Specific Plan area are
under the jurisdiction of ACOE and CDFG.If these agencies have jurisdiction
over these channels,all permits,approvals,or agreements required by
applicable law shall first be obtained.
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ATTACHMENT G
A portion of Parcel 94 of Los Angeles County Assessors Map No.51,in the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes,County of Los Angeles,State of California as per map filed in
Book 1,Pages 1 through 7,inclusive,of Assessors Maps,Records of said County.
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RESOLUTION NO.2010-_
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS
VERDES,CALIFORNIA,REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF
THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A SPECIAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 2,2010,WITH THE
STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THAT DATE
PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE.
WHEREAS,the City Council of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes called a
Special Municipal Election to be held on November 2,2010,for the purpose of the
submitting to the voters the question regarding the Adoption of a Specific Plan to govern
the Development of the Marymount College Campus;and
WHEREAS,it is desirable that the Special Municipal Election be consolidated
with the Statewide General Election to be held on the same date and that within the City
the precincts,polling places and election officers of the two elections be the same,and
that the election department of the County of Los Angeles canvass the returns of the
Special Municipal Election and that the election be held in all respects as if there were
only one election;
NOW,THEREFORE,THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
PALOS VERDES DOES RESOLVE,DECLARE,DETERMINE AND ORDER AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1.That pursuant to the requirements of Sections 10400 et seq.of the
Elections Code,the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles is hereby
requested to consent and agree to the consolidation of a Special Municipal Election with
the Statewide General Election on Tuesday,November 2,2010,for the purpose of a
measure to appear on the ballot as follows:
Shall an ordinance be adopted that would enact a new
specific plan and related amendments to the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes ("City")general plan and zoning ordinance to:YES NO
(1)allow development of specified facility improvements,
including dormitories,on the Marymount College Campus
("Campus")located at 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East;
(2)govern the operation of the Campus,and (3)supersede
inconsistent provisions of the Municipal Code and prior City
land use decisions regarding the Campus?
Section 2.That the county election department is authorized to canvass the
returns of the said Special Municipal Election.The election shall be held in all respects
as if there were only one election,and only one form of ballot shall be used.
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Section 3.That the Board of Supervisors is requested to issue instructions to
the County election department to take any and all steps necessary for the holding of
the consolidated election.
Section 4.That the City of Rancho Palos Verdes recognizes that additional
costs will be incurred by the County by reason of this consolidation and agrees to
reimburse the County for any costs.
Section 5.That the City Clerk is hereby directed to file a certified copy of this
resolution with the Board of Supervisors and the election department of the County of
Los Angeles.
Section 6.That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this
resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.
PASSED,APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON June 15,2010.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes)
I,Carla Morreale,City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,hereby
certify that the above Resolution No.2010-_was duly and regularly passed and
adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on June 15,2010.
City Clerk
Resolution No.2010-_
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RESOLUTION NO.2010-_
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
PALOS VERDES,CALIFORNIA,SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FILING
WRITTEN ARGUMENTS REGARDING AN INITIATIVE MEASURE AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL
ANALYSIS.
WHEREAS,a Special Municipal Election is to be held in the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes California,on November 2,2010,at which there will be submitted to the
voters the following Measure,which is being proposed by an initiative petition:
Shall an ordinance be adopted that would enact a new
specific plan and related amendments to the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes ("City")general plan and zoning YES NO
ordinance to:(1)allow development of specified facility
improvements,including dormitories,on the Marymount
College Campus ("Campus")located at 30800 Palos
Verdes Drive East;(2)govern the operation of the
Campus,and (3)supersede inconsistent provisions of
the Municipal Code and prior City land use decisions
regarding the Campus?
NOW,THEREFORE,THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS
VERDES,CALIFORNIA,DOES RESOLVE,DECLARE,DETERMINE AND ORDER AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1.The City Council,being the legislative body of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes,authorizes the following members of that body to file the written argument
opposing the Initiative Measure as specified above,accompanied by the printed
name(s)and signature(s)of the author(s)submitting it,in accordance with Article 4,
Chapter 3,Division 9 of the Elections Code of the State of California and to change the
argument until and including the date fixed by the City Clerk after which no arguments
for or against the Initiative Measure may be submitted to the City Clerk:
Stefan Wolowicz,Councilrnember
Thomas D.Long,Council member
Brian Campbell,Councilmember
Anthony M.Misetich,Councilmember
Douglas W.Stern,Councilmember
Except as provided herein,the City Clerk shall prioritize written arguments submitted
regarding the Initiative Measure as directed by the California Elections Code.
Section 2.The City Council directs the City Clerk to transmit a copy of the
Initiative Measure to the City Attorney.The City Attorney shall prepare an impartial
analysis of the Initiative Measure not exceeding 500 words showing the effect of the
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Measure on the existing law and the operation of the Measure.The impartial analysis
shall be filed by the date set by the City Clerk for the filing of primary arguments.
Section 3.The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this
resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.
PASSED,APPROVED and ADOPTED on June 15,2010.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes )
I,Carla Morreale,City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby certify
that the above Resolution No.2010-_was duly and regularly passed and adopted by
the said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on June 15,2010.
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO.2010-_
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
PALOS VERDES,CALIFORNIA,PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF
REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS FOR MEASURES SUBMITTED AT
MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS.
WHEREAS,Section 9285 of the Elections Code of the State of California
authorizes the City Council,by majority vote,to adopt provisions to provide for the filing
of rebuttal arguments for measures submitted at municipal elections;
NOW,THEREFORE,THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS
VERDES,CALIFORNIA,DOES RESOLVE,DECLARE,DETERMINE AND ORDER AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1.That pursuant to Section 9285 of the Elections Code of the State of
California,when the elections official has selected the arguments for and against the
measure which will be printed and distributed to the voters,the elections official shall
send a copy of an argument in favor of the proposition to the authors of any argument
against the measure and a copy of an argument against the measure to the authors of
any argument in favor of the measure immediately upon receiving the arguments.
The author or a majority of the authors of an argument relating to a measure may
prepare and submit a rebuttal argument not exceeding 250 words or may authorize in
writing any other person or persons to prepare,submit,or sign the rebuttal argument.
A rebuttal argument may not be signed by more than five authors.
The rebuttal arguments shall be filed with the City Clerk,signed,with the printed
name(s)and signature(s)of the author(s)submitting it,or if submitted on behalf of an
organization,the name of the organization,and the printed name and signature of at
least one of its principal officers,not more than 10 days after the final date for filing
direct arguments.The rebuttal arguments shall be accompanied by the Form of
Statement To Be Filed By Author(s)of Argument.
Rebuttal arguments shall be printed in the same manner as the direct arguments.
Each rebuttal argument shall immediately follow the direct argument that it seeks to
rebut.
Section 2.That all previous resolutions providing for the filing of rebuttal
arguments for measures are repealed.
Section 3.That the provisions of Section 1 shall apply at the next ensuing
municipal election and at each municipal election after that time.
Section 4.That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this
Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.
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PASSED,APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON June 15,2010.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes)
I,Carla Morreale,City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes,hereby
certify that the above Resolution No.2010-_was duly and regularly passed and
adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on June 15,2010
City Clerk
W:ICily Council Elections12010 SPECIAL ELECTION •INITIATIVE MEASURE·MARYMOUNTlResolulion No.2010-_·Rebuttals.dOC
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MARYMOUNT COLLEGE
PALOS VERDES,CALIFORNIA
Office of the President
Mr.Stefan Wolowicz
City ofRancho Palos Verdes
30940 Hawthorne Boulevard
Rancho Palos Verdes.,CA 90275
Dear Mayor Wolowicz,
MAY 25 2010
May25,20l0
Marymount College has been a proud member ofthe Rancho Palos Verdes Co:rp.munity for 50
years.
For the past decade,we have worked with the City,our neighbors and the residents ofRancho
Palos Verdes to find the best way to sustain Marymount College as a vibrant educational
institution while respecting our neighbors and the entire City.
After a decade of starts and stops,we made the decision that the voters of our City should have
the chance to weigh in on our plans to preserve the college and offer new and enhanced
educational and recreational benefits for our community.Marymount does its part,as our entire
community does,paying over $150,000 annually in property,sales,utility and other taxes that
help fund vital public services.We are not commercial developers seeking special favors we
have been a partner and community resource since before Rancho Palos Verdes was even a City.
In just over a month's time,4,876 Rancho Palos Verdes residents signed an initiative petition
requesting that The Marymount Plan be placed on the November 2010 ballot.This ballot was
chosen to give the greatest number of Rancho Palos Verdes residents the chance to express their
opini9n on this important issue.More than 15,000 voters cast ballots in the last Governor's
election in Rancho Palps Verdes Ver8usjust over 6,200 in the last City election.A November
2010 election means that the most voices will be heard.
We are confident that the Registrar ofVoters will-certify that enough signatures have been
collected to place The Marymount Plan on the ballot.When,not if,the Registrar of Voters
certifies these signatures,you will have two choices.The City Council has the power to adopt
The Marymount Plan,which was signed by about 15%of our City's voters,or you can put The
Marymount Planon our next ballot.
The residents ofRancho Palos Verdes have spoken and they support The Marymount Plan.We
strongly recommend that you adopt the initiative as presented.However,if you want the voters of
our City to decide,we urge the City Council to consolidate the Marymount Plan with the
November 2010 ballot to provide the greatest participation of the greatest number ofvoters.
To show our commitment to this City that I,and the entire Marymount College famUy,call
home,we will pay all the City's costs associated with placing the initiative on the November
2010 ballot.We want to do our part to ensure that the challenge of limited public funds does not
stand in the way ofthe broadest participation possible.
Rancho Palos Verdes,California 90275-6299 •Tel.(310)377-5501 •Fax (310)265-0642
mbrophy@marymountpv.edu •www.marymountpv.edu
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We look forward to working with the City Council to give the voters of Rancho Palos Verdes the
strongest possible voice on the future ofMarymount College.
/1 Dr.Michael Brophy
President,Marymount College
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/CC:Ms.Carolyn Lehr,City Manager /
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