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20160517 Late Correspondence
LOCAL L.A. Now — LOS ANGELES TIMES Pipeline company indicted in Santa Barbara County oil spill By Doug Smith, Brittny Mejia and Javier Panzar- LA Times Reporters — Santa Barbara May 17, 2017 @ 1:39 pm. A grand jury has indicted an oil pipeline company and one of its employees on criminal charges related to a massive oil spill last year in Santa Barbara County, prosecutors announced Tuesday. Plains All-American Pipeline has been indicted on 46 criminal charges, including four felony counts, while a single employee of the Houston-based company was indicted on three criminal charges relating to the 2015 spill, according to Atty. Gen. Kamala Harris and Santa Barbara County Dist. Atty. Joyce Dudley. Both state and local prosecutors had been investigating possible wrongdoing related to the pipe rupture, which sent oil onto beaches and into the ocean. Plains faces up to $2.8 million in fines plus additional costs and penalties, prosecutors said. "This is the first step in holding Plains accountable and we are committed to putting all the resources that are necessary into seeing this case through," Harris said at a Santa Barbara press conference. EIVED FROM_A=1 64/IU4.2v MADE A PART OF THEEC RD AT TH NCIL MEETING OF� OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK CARLA MORREALE, CITY CLERK fC Santa Barbara oil shill "In this state we value our environment, we value our pristine coastal communities, we value the precious wildlife and the oceans that we are proud to call a big part of California. Anyone that violates the law ... is going to be held accountable," she said. The corroded pipeline owned by Plains All American Pipeline ruptured May 19, 2015, and spilled roughly 143,000 gallons of crude along the coast near picturesque Refugio State Beach west of Santa Barbara. About 21,000 gallons made its way from where the underground pipe is buried above U.S. 101 into a storm culvert and flowed into the Pacific Ocean. Some tar balls from the spill were found as far away as Manhattan Beach in Los Angeles County, state officials said this week. The section of pipe that broke had worn down to 1116 of an inch, and investigators found a six-inch crack along the bottom of the pipe, according to preliminary findings from the federal Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. In a statement posted to its website, Plains officials said they were "deeply disappointed" by the decision to pursue criminal charges in the matter. "Plains believes that neither the company nor any of its employees engaged in any criminal behavior at any time in connection with this accident, and that criminal charges are unwarranted," the company said. "We will vigorously defend ourselves against these charges and are confident we will demonstrate that the charges have no merit and represent an inappropriate attempt to criminalize an unfortunate accident." The company said it "sincerely regrets" the accidental release and its effects on the community, the environment and wildlife. To date, Plains has spent $150 million, either directly or indirectly, on the response effort, the statement said. Gov. Jerry Brown overhauls oil pipeline laws after Santa Barbara spill The indictment remains sealed, however prosecutors said the charges against Plains include four felony charges of knowingly discharging a pollutant into state waters. Both the company and James Buchanan — a 41 -year-old environmental and regulatory compliance specialist at Plains — were charged with misdemeanor violations for failing to provide timely notice of the oil spill to the Office of Emergency Services. In addition, the company was indicted on three dozen misdemeanor charges linked to the spill's impact on birds and mammals. According to Harris' office, 221 birds and 142 marine mammals died as a result of the spill. Animals that were recovered dead, or who died in care, included sea lions, dolphins and brown pelicans. The defendants are scheduled to be arraigned on June 2 in Santa Barbara. At Tuesday's press conference, prosecutors described Plains as being uncooperative during the criminal investigation, but declined to elaborate. "They have, I think, been less than cooperative," Harris said. "As we go forward, we'll see if their cooperation and performance in this process improves. It's been quite disappointing so far." For many area residents, memories of the spill remain vivid, according to State Sen. Hannah -Beth Jackson (D -Santa Barbara). "We will never forget what we experienced in the days following that spill: a half -mile slick of crude oil along our coast, the stench of petroleum, oil -drenched birds, holiday visitors sent home, and a beach transformed into a toxic clean-up site," Jackson said in a prepared statement. Environmental advocates said Tuesday they were pleased to hear of the indictments. Linda Krop, chief counsel for the Santa Barbara -based Environmental Defense Center, said she had reached out to the district attorney's office about a week ago because she knew the one-year statute of limitations for any kind of a criminal filing was approaching. "We are relieved that the matter is being pursued aggressively by the attorney general and our district attorney and we look forward to seeing the specific allegations," Krop said. "We're happy that the agencies seem to be taking this seriously and that the parties who are liable will be held accountable." The Center for Biological Diversity and Sierra Club also said they approved of the action. "There's some satisfaction in knowing that the legal authorities are pursuing this," said Kathryn Phillips, director of Sierra Club California. "We hope it will result in some penalties that can be used to help restore some of the damage." Phillips, who is based in Sacramento, said the pipeline break had a far-reaching effect, and the indictments might help illuminate exactly how it happened, why there wasn't a quicker response and why there wasn't some kind of automatic shutoff device. Although the company said in a statement that the spill was an accident and they felt no criminal behavior occurred, Phillips challenged that. "I think at the time it was pretty clear that they weren't doing the appropriate monitoring and that they have a long history of not doing the appropriate monitoring," she said. In the weeks following the pipe rupture, Plains officials released a chronology of events that illustrated their difficulty in reporting the spill to regulators. The company did not alert federal regulators to the leak until nearly 3 p.m. Mav 19, despite the fact that operators in Midland had shut down the line at 11:30 a.m. According to the company timeline, workers near Refugio State Beach didn't know about the leak until they received reports of oil in the water from state parks staff around noon. Initially, company employees struggled to spot oil leaking from the underground pipeline. Around 1:30 p.m., they realized oil was reaching the ocean via a storm culvert near where a corroded pipe had broken. Meanwhile, company officials in Bakersfield, who were responsible for alerting federal regulators, were unable to contact employees near where Line 901 ruptured. 4 In a letter to lawmakers, the company said workers in the field were "busy dealing with the immediate demands and distractions." Finally, at 2:56 p.m., federal regulators were notified. However, company employees in Bakersfield provided an inaccurate estimate of the volume of oil that had spilled. The company initially estimated about 21,000 gallons of crude were spilled and later revised the number to 101,000 gallons. Ultimately, the company estimated that as many as 143,000 gallons had escaped. Privacy Policy Copyright © 2016, Los Angeles Times MOSQUITOES and other nsects & Vectors What to do... .19 Who to call... Los Angeles County West Vector & Vector -Borne Disease Control District 6750 Centinela Avenue Culver City, CA 90230 (310) 915-7370 www.lawestvector.org CEIVED FROMjr.,41C- D MADE A PART OF THE: A:r THE LINCIL MEETING OF .,,, OFFICE OFTHii CARLA MORREA i:: Y" cRK 0 General Information ..................................... Mosquitoes Contact Information Address 1 Los Angeles County West Vector & Vector -Borne Disease Control District 6750 Centinela Avenue Culver City, CA 90230 Whoto Call ...................................................... 2 LifeCycle......................................................... 2 How Quickly do Mosquitoes Multiply? ............. 3 Mistaken for Mosquitoes .................................. 3 Mosquito -Borne Diseases .............................. 4 The 5Ds of Defense ........................................ 5 Backyard Breeding ..................................... 6 - 7 Mosquitofish............................................... 8 - 9 New Invasive Mosquito Alert ................... 10-11 ZikaVirus ................................................ 12-13 Rain Barrels & Mosquitoes ...................... 14-15 Ticks Who to Call ............................... Tick Activity ................................ Ticks in Los Angeles County..... Proper Tick Removal ................. Protection from Ticks ................ Lyme Disease ........................... J� Red Imported Fire Ants Who to Call ............................... Mistaken Identities ................... Red Imported Fire Ant Nests.... Safety Precautions .................... ..................... 24 ..................... 24 .................... 24 .................... 25 Phone Number (310) 915-7370 Website www.lawestvector. org Cities and County Areas Served by the District Agoura Hills Los Angeles County* Africanized honey bees Malibu Who to Call .................................................... 16 Mistaken Identities ......................................... 16 AHB Activity & Outdoor Safety ....................... 17 Bee -Proof Your Home .................................... 18 Bee Nesting Sites .................................. 18-19 If You Are Stung ............................................ 19 Ticks Who to Call ............................... Tick Activity ................................ Ticks in Los Angeles County..... Proper Tick Removal ................. Protection from Ticks ................ Lyme Disease ........................... J� Red Imported Fire Ants Who to Call ............................... Mistaken Identities ................... Red Imported Fire Ant Nests.... Safety Precautions .................... ..................... 24 ..................... 24 .................... 24 .................... 25 Phone Number (310) 915-7370 Website www.lawestvector. org Cities and County Areas Served by the District Agoura Hills Los Angeles County* Beverly Hills Malibu Calabasas Manhattan Beach Culver City Palos Verdes Estates EI Segundo Rancho Palos Verdes Hawthorne Redondo Beach Hermosa Beach Rolling Hills Hidden Hills Rolling Hills Estates Inglewood Santa Monica Lawndale Torrance Lomita West Hollywood Los Angeles City* Westlake Village (*Portions of Los Angeles City and Los Angeles County) What is a Vector? Any insect (or other arthropod) capable of transmitting the causative agent of human disease or capable of producing human discomfort or injury 1 Mosquito Life Cycle Day 7 • • Day 21 transmit diseases • Laid in clusters called rafts, which float Crane Fly on the surface of • Does not bite standing water 1 • Some species lay 40,000~ eggs individually or Mosquito at the water line of Mosquitoes natural and artificial • Seen in swarms along rivers, containers. Eggs lakes, ponds, and channels hatch within days after contact with Black Fly water. • Females can bite but do not have any human • Develop in standing public health significance in wate r Length: W to %a" • Feed on organic matter • • Resting stage • Does not feed s � • Rest on the surface until strong enough to fly, mate and feed • Only the females bite to obtain blood Day I Day 7 Day 14 Day 21 transmit diseases Length: %a" to %z" Crane Fly • Does not bite 1 200 40,000~ 8 million Mosquito Mosquitoes Mosquitoes Mosquitoes • Seen in swarms along rivers, lakes, ponds, and channels Mosquito • Females can bite and can transmit diseases Length: %a" to %z" Crane Fly • Does not bite • Does not eat mosquitoes. Length: 1" to 1 %z" Chironomid Midge" • Does not bite "�— • Seen in swarms along rivers, lakes, ponds, and channels Length: 1/16" to W' Black Fly • Females can bite but do not have any human public health significance in California Length: W to %a" Diseases Locally Transmitted: • West Nile virus (WNV) • St. Louis Encephalitis (SLE) • Western Equine encephalomyelitis (WEE) • Heartworm disease (affects dogs and cats) Diseases With the Potential to be Transmitted Locally: • Dengue fever • Chikungunya • Yellow fever • Zika virus West Nile Virus Bird Hosts Mosquito Vector Incid"nt.11. Mosquitoes become infected with West Nile virus when they feed on infected birds. These infected mosquitoes can then transmit West Nile virus to humans and animals while biting during subsequent blood meals. Approximately 80 percent of people who are r infected with WNV will not show symptoms. Up to 20 percent of the people who become infected may develop West Nile fever symptoms: • Flu-like symptoms • Diarrhea • Nausea • Skin rash • Vomiting • Swollen lymph glands Less than 1 % of infected people will develop West Nile neuroinvasive disease (WNND): • High fever • Tremors • Neck stiffness • Convulsions • Stupor • Paralysis • Disorientation • Death (rare) • Coma 1. Drain Remove standing water on your property 2. Deny Install tight -fitting screens on windows and doors to \ prevent mosquitoes from entering your home 3. Dawn & Dusk '0144 Avoid spending time T outside at dawn & dusk when mosquitoes are most active 4. Dress Wear long pants, a long- sleeved shirt, shoes and socks while outdoors 5. DEET Use an insect repellent ' containing 5% - 30% DEET (N,N diethyl-m-toluamide). Alternative repellents containing picaridin, IR3535, citronella, or oil of lemon eucalyptus are also available. Read and follow all instructions on the label. Images: ©Fo�osearch 4 5 0 Look for anything that can hold water for more than 3 days rough !� A Pond \\ Tree holes )' / /// Backyard drain (box drain) / / Leaky watering \\ equipment' Neglected swimming pool --Neglected swimming / Tarp BBQ pit G "Wheelbarro\A kill \ Tires Water along Bird 1-7. Toys curb bath J -' Water -holding Storm drain Open boat \ � Contaiiiners & plants & ` flowerpots Rain barrel water gardens Home and Garden Checklist ❑ Trash bins: Keep lids shut tightly and remove water that accumulates inside. Drill several drain holes in the bottoms. ❑ Boats: Check and remove water weekly from boat covers. ❑ Fountains and bird baths: Clean or hose out weekly. ❑ Rain gutters: Keep clear of leaves and other debris. ❑ Potted plant saucers: Don't overwater. Empty saucers regularly or drill holes in the bottom to allow drainage. ❑ Water bowls for pets: Rinse and fill 1 to 2 times a week. ❑ Water troughs: Stock with free mosquito fish from the District. ❑ Swimming pools and spas: Keep filter and pump maintained and running. Remove standing water from the bottom of empty pools and/or covers. Report neglected pools and spas to the District. ❑ Ponds: Stock ornamental ponds with free mosquitofish. Keep ponds clear and free of excess vegetation. 6 ❑ Rain barrels: Cover tightly with a fine mesh screen. ❑ Tires: Recycle used tires or store in a covered area. ❑ Chain link fence: Cover hollow chain link fence ; posts with caps. ❑ Leaky hoses: Replace damaged hoses and repair leaky faucets and pipes. ❑ Low areas: Do not overwater lawns or gardens. ❑ Drains: Make sure that drains are not clogged by debris ❑ Sculptures: Check for water that may collect in lawn ornaments. Drain or flush out weekly. ❑ Wheelbarrows: Remove water that collects inside or store upside down. ❑ Tree holes: Be aware that water can collect in tree holes and stumps. ❑ Septic tanks: Screen vent pipes with a fine mesh screen. Cover exposed tanks or manhole lids with plastic or a similar material and secure in place. Place several inches or more of dirt or sand over the top of the area. ❑ Containers: Store containers upside down, cover or place in a sheltered area. 7 Mosquitofish Gambusia affinis, or "mosquitofish" is a small, surface feeding fish that is very effective in naturally controlling mosquito larvae without the use of chemicals. Mosquitofish are provided free of charge to residents of our District to place in artificial bodies of water on their property (i.e. ponds and fountains). Fish can be picked up during normal business hours. Characteristics of Mosquitofish Female: Up to 2.5" Male: —1.5" Breeding Behavior • Do not lay eggs; give birth to well developed, active young • 50-100 young per brood • Breed throughout the summer when mosquitoes are most active Feeding • Can eat up to 100 larvae per day • Do not require feeding if natural food (larvae, bacteria, algae, etc.) is present • Fish food or crushed dog food may be used to feed fish for a short time if natural food is scarce (i.e. in the winter or in newly constructed or recently cleaned ponds). Fish may not eat mosquito larvae if overfed. Care • Avoid using chlorine and other chemicals to clean the pond Where to Stock Mosquitofish Mosquitofish are suitable for man-made, permanent sources of water. Mosquitofish should never be placed in any natural habitat such as lakes, streams, rivers, or creeks. Their introduction into certain natural habitats may disrupt the existing ecological balance. . Backyard Ponds Fountains Water Gardens Animal Troughs PWI Unused or "Out of Order" Swimming Pools Living with Other Fish • Mosquitofish are compatible with most ornamental pond fish, including goldfish and koi • If the mosquitofish are living with larger fish, they may need hiding places like rocks and vegetation Ell 8 9 Breeding Sites • Flower pots and vases • Plants that can hold water (bamboo or bromeliads) • Plant saucers • Buckets • Clogged rain gutters • Rain barrels I • Old tires • Ponds • Birdbaths • Fountains • Tree holes • Tin cans 10 bleeding, shock, and death Zika Virus • Most infected people will not show symptoms • Symptoms are usually mild and include fever, rash and eye redness • See next pace for more important details about the Zika virus Heartworm Disease (Ae. notoscriptus) Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal disease in dogs and cats. Mosquitoes transmit roundworms which can live in the heart, lungs and blood vessels. Always consult your veterinarian for treatment and prevention of heartworm disease. 11 The Zika virus, a mosquito -borne illness that may be linked to serious birth defects, was first identified in Uganda in 1947. Previous outbreaks were confined to a few small areas in Africa, Asia and the Pacific Islands, but the disease is now spreading rapidly in Latin America and the Caribbean. Primarily through bite of infected Aedes mosquito — which also spreads dengue and yellow fever. Evidence suggests that virus may also be transmitted by blood transfusion, sexual contact, or from mother to fetus during pregnancy, but these instances are rare. Sources: CDC, WHO, wire agencies Pictures: CDC, AP, wkimedia, FlickrlTina Franklin, Getty Images, Newscom 0J. Gaftgr CDC Microcephaly Zika Virus is suspected of causing brain defects t in babies, resulting in re- duced head size. Affected children may face learning disabilities or death if brain is very underdeveloped. Microcephaly cases in Brazil have surged from average of 163 per year to almost 4,000 since October 2015. Rare disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the nervous system, causing weakness and sometimes paralysis. Most patients recover, but syndrome can be deadly. Cases linked to Zika have been reported in Brazil and French Polynesia. The CDC recommends that pregnant women postpone travel to areas where Zika is spreading locally. List includes 20 Latin American and Caribbean countries — as far north as Mexico — plus Samoa and Cape Verde. Go to www.cdc.gov/zika for latest information. 12 13 © GRAPHICS NEWS Include fever, rash, joint ,.O► pain, red eyes (conjunctivitis) w and headache. About one 4110' in five people thought to ' develop symptoms — illness often mild, lasting from two to seven days. Most people fully recover without serious complications. Deaths are rare. Treatment No vaccine or antiviral medicine available. Patients v` advised to rest and drink It. plenty of fluids. Prevention entails avoiding contact with mosquitoes. Health officials recommend covering up, using insect repellent and keeping windows closed or screened. Sources: CDC, WHO, wire agencies Pictures: CDC, AP, wkimedia, FlickrlTina Franklin, Getty Images, Newscom 0J. Gaftgr CDC Microcephaly Zika Virus is suspected of causing brain defects t in babies, resulting in re- duced head size. Affected children may face learning disabilities or death if brain is very underdeveloped. Microcephaly cases in Brazil have surged from average of 163 per year to almost 4,000 since October 2015. Rare disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the nervous system, causing weakness and sometimes paralysis. Most patients recover, but syndrome can be deadly. Cases linked to Zika have been reported in Brazil and French Polynesia. The CDC recommends that pregnant women postpone travel to areas where Zika is spreading locally. List includes 20 Latin American and Caribbean countries — as far north as Mexico — plus Samoa and Cape Verde. Go to www.cdc.gov/zika for latest information. 12 13 © GRAPHICS NEWS Roof runoff into barrel OScreen /cover i` keeps out mosquitoes, leaves, etc. Ooverflow spout O Spigot r 1) Intake Opening Always keep the intake opening covered with tight fitting 1/16" screening. Hoses and downspouts should not feed directly into the rain barrel. An air gap is required so that water can pass through the screen and into the rain barrel. 2) Overflow Spout This opening helps keep water from filling above the intake screen but if left open it creates an access point for mosquitoes to enter. Cover the overflow spout with tight fitting 1/16" screening. 3) Spigot Because the spigot is usually 6" to 12" above the bottom of the barrel, when drained, the barrel will still hold water in the bottom below the spigot valve. The remaining water needs to be removed and the barrel should stay completely dry between rain events. Mosquitoes need water to lay their eggs and develop into adults. Rainwater collection devices create a perfect environment for mosquito breeding. Prevent mosquito breeding with these tips: . Collected Rainwater Collected rainwater should be used right away and the barrel should stay dry between rain events. . Regularly Check Barrel Regularly check the structural integrity of the barrel and quickly repair damaged or worn screens, clogged openings, and loose fitting lids or caps. . Mosquito Breeding :- If you believe mosquitoes are breeding in your barrel, remove all of the water immediately. This will kill any mosquito larvae breeding inside. . Scrub Inside of Barrel Periodically scrub the inside of the barrel with a scrub pad to remove mosquito eggs that may have attached to the inside walls. . Bacterial Larvicides The addition of "mosquito dunks" to the rain barrel water can help get rid of and prevent mosquito larvae. "Mosquito dunks" specifically target the mosquito larvae and does not cause harm to wildlife, pets, plants or humans when used in accordance with label instructions. "Mosquito dunks" can be purchased at any hardware or garden shop. 14 15 to Call Multiple Stinging Emergencies Call 911 i�� Swarms / Hives (outside of a building) Contact the District at (310) 915-7370 Swarms / Hives (inside of a building) Contact a licensed structural pest control operator Africanized Honey Bee (AHB) European Honey Bee (EHB) • Look identical •Nests in ground, trees &structures a_ • AHB can be more defensive if colony Length: %" to W is disturbed Length: W Bumble Bee y • Nests in ground rl Length: W to 1" Carpenter Bee • Generally docile • Solitary • Nests in wood f n 3/4" Sand Wasp Length: to 1" Mistaken identities (Wasps) Yellow Jacket • Aggressive if disturbed • Attracted to food • Nests in ground, trees & structures Length: %" to W Paper Wasp • Nests on or in (i.e. y structures eaves) Length: W to 1" Mud Dauber • Solitary • Generally docile • Small mud nests on or in structures Length: %" to 1 %s' Sand Wasp • Solitary • Generally docile t • Burrows in sand t Length: °/s" to 1" Recognize Honey Bee Activity + Foraging Bees Worker bees in search of f' pollen, nectar or water. Generally passive but can sting in defense if provoked. Swarm A resting cluster of bees in search of a new place to live. Stay away from swarms. Hive As a general rule, stay away from all hives. Bees are more likely to become defensive after their colony is established. if You Discover a Swarm or Hive • Avoid the area • Do not disturb or tease bees • Keep children and pets away from the area • Do not control or remove the bees yourself • Do not throw rocks, shoot, burn, spray water or use aerosol pesticides on the bees Outdoor Safety • Be alert outdoors ;£.. • Be cautious and respectful of bees and wasps ,, ? • Carry an allergy kit = 4 isa . if allergic to stings • Develop a safety plan for your home and yard • Use care when entering sheds or outbuildings • Examine area before operating powerequipment. Loud noises and vibrations may disturb bees. • Do not pen or tether animals near a bee hive • Stay alert when horseback riding or hiking. Keep dogs under control. 16 17 r= Check weekly for swarms and hives on your property. Bees entering or leaving j the same area of your home or yard may indicate -% the presence of a hive. ®F003e8f� Building Maintenance • Inspect the outside walls and eaves of home and outbuildings • Keep shed and garage doors closed • Seal openings larger than 1/8" in walls, around chimneys, plumbing and storage sheds • Install fine screens (1/16" hardware cloth) over tops of rain spouts, vents, and openings in water meter, cable, and utility boxes • Inspect outdoor pet areas Yard Maintenance Remove and/or thin overgrown vegetation • Fill and plug all tree holes, ground holes, and rodent burrows Discard empty containers, tires, boxes and trash Bee Nesting Sites Pet Areas Wood PileOft \, Tree holes She & cavities If Attacked • Leave the area quickly • Protect head and face with arms and/or available clothing • Seek shelter in the nearest building or vehicle • Do not jump into water • Remove stingers as quickly as possible • Call 911 If Stung • Go quickly to a safe area • Remove the stinger(s) as soon as possible • Scrape the stinger out with a fingernail or credit card; avoid squeezing the venom sac Wash the sting area with soap and water and apply an ice pack ,a Seek immediate Stinger medical attention for multiple stings and allergic reactions (difficulty breathing, hives, dizziness or fainting) Overgrown vegetation .� Roof overhangs Rodent (eaves) Opening / burrows around Water, meter, cable, utility and irrigation boxes 18 pipes - (cr unca BBQ Debris, tires, boxes, toys, empty containers, and flower pots Wall cavities Damaged and/or acks, holes, and unscreened vents pped block walls) 19 Western Black -legged Tick (Ixodes pacificus) • • Lyme disease vector ! •Adults may be active November through May close to the skin as possible • Nymphs may be active March through July O" Pacific Coast Tick on low vegetation, such as grass and shrubs (Dermacentor occidentalis) • Adults may be active November motion. Do not squish, jerk, twist, or burn the tick. Wash hands with soap and water through July - • Nymphs may be active in spring • and summer • People are exposed OT American Dog Tick (Dermacentor variabilis) Save the tick for identification • Adults may be active November through July r • Nymphs may be active from late recreational activities winter to summer a Brown Dog Tick (Rhipicephalus sast us) the tick was attached • Household /kennell pest epest • Can live its entire life cycle • indoors types of grassland or • Redness or pain develops at the bite site against tree trunks ® Dan Clark, USDI National Paik S,m NgwooE.wg • Use tweezers to grasp the tick's mouthparts as Adult Ticks close to the skin as possible • Seek hosts by climbing • Pull the tick straight out with a firm, steady on low vegetation, such as grass and shrubs i \ • motion. Do not squish, jerk, twist, or burn the tick. Wash hands with soap and water along trails \\\`� • Disinfect the bite site and apply an antiseptic • People are exposed • Save the tick for identification to adult ticks during t! • A localized reaction or infection can occur where recreational activities the tick was attached or working in various • Seek medical attention if: types of grassland or • Redness or pain develops at the bite site brushland habitats 0 A rash or flu-like symptoms develop within 30 days 20 21 While Outdoors • Avoid areas where ticks are known to occur • Walk in the center of trails, avoiding bushes and grasses alongside trails • Avoid sitting or lying on the ground, sitting on logs or against tree trunks • Avoid direct contact with shed leaves, fir needles orwood while gardening, gathering firewood, or wood- cutting Protective Clothing & Repellent Wear: • Light colored clothing • Long pants & long-sleeved shirts • Tuck shirt into pants; pants into boots or socks Repellent: • Use a tick repellent with permethrin on gear and clothing (as directed on the product label). Permethrin should not be applied directly to the skin. Repellents containing DEET can be applied to exposed skin. • Consult with your veterinarian to control ticks on pets 0Kak,9o,;.Fo,o . Tick Checks • Do frequent tick checks while outdoors • Conduct full body tick checks after every hike • Ticks may remain attached to your body for several days • Pay close attention to hair line, armpit, back of knees and groin ,.,...._� • Check your pets after they have been outside aFoo,=3« Lyme Disease ,mages:@F.. ,. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by nymphal and adult female western black -legged ticks. Larvae and nymphs may become infected by feeding on wild rodents carrying the Lyme disease bacteria. Lyme disease can be transmitted to humans and other animals when the infected tick feeds in its next life stage. Early Symptoms of Lyme Disease Symptoms may disappear but infection may still be present if not treated early • Flu-like symptoms • Swollen lymph glands • Erythema Migrans (EM) • Can appear 1- 30 days after an infected tick bite, expand and then disappear • Varies in appearance from an expanding "bull's-eye" rash to a bruise or blotchy rash May not be present in some people, or it may occur on a part of the body that is difficult to see • Facial paralysis, heart palpitations, or distur- bances of heart rhythm Late Symptoms of Lyme Disease Can occur weeks, months, or years after infection if not treated early • Severe headaches; cognitive disorders • Numbness or tingling in extremities • Painful arthritis and swelling of joints • Cardiac abnormalities 22 23 Wild Rodents & Other Hosts Tick Vector Incidental Infections ,mages:@F.. ,. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by nymphal and adult female western black -legged ticks. Larvae and nymphs may become infected by feeding on wild rodents carrying the Lyme disease bacteria. Lyme disease can be transmitted to humans and other animals when the infected tick feeds in its next life stage. Early Symptoms of Lyme Disease Symptoms may disappear but infection may still be present if not treated early • Flu-like symptoms • Swollen lymph glands • Erythema Migrans (EM) • Can appear 1- 30 days after an infected tick bite, expand and then disappear • Varies in appearance from an expanding "bull's-eye" rash to a bruise or blotchy rash May not be present in some people, or it may occur on a part of the body that is difficult to see • Facial paralysis, heart palpitations, or distur- bances of heart rhythm Late Symptoms of Lyme Disease Can occur weeks, months, or years after infection if not treated early • Severe headaches; cognitive disorders • Numbness or tingling in extremities • Painful arthritis and swelling of joints • Cardiac abnormalities 22 23 Who to Call • Multiple Stinging Emergencies Call 911 • Red Imported Fire Ant infestations Contact the District at (310) 915-7370 Mistaken Identities (Ants) Red Imported Fire Ant (RIFA) • Known for its aggressive behavior and painful stings f • Stings have been compared to being poked with a hot needle Length; '/is" - Argentine Ant _Vwi� • Common household pest • Mild bite Length: M." Red Harvester Ant Ak�� • Painful sting 7'7 Length: '/s" Southern Fire Ant • Looks similar to RIFA • Painful sting Length: Y" to %a" RIFA Nests • Irregularly shaped with small piles of loose soil peppered with very small holes. The mounds are wider than tall and can be more than 18 inches • across. Common nesting sites: lawns, gardens, school yards, parks, roadsides, and golf courses, rotten logs, walls, sidewalks, electric and water utility boxes Attacks occur when RIFA mounds are disturbed. Because RIFA can sting multiple times, a victim may receive many more stings than there are ants. 24 If you Suspect a Red Imported Fire Ant Infestation • Avoid the area • Keep children and pets away from the area • Do not disturb the ants or mound Do not attempt to control the ants yourself Outdoor Safety • Dress properly while outdoors; wear gloves and closed -toe shoes with socks • Dress children properly for outdoor play • Survey your property for suspected ant mounds • Inspect outdoor pet areas for RIFA activity. Pet food and water bowls may attract foraging ants. If Stung ®I DA • Cleanse the area with soap and water • Elevate the sting area • Apply an ice pack and avoid scratching blisters • Apply a topical ointment containing steroids and/or take an oral antihistamine to relieve the itching • Seek medical attention if: • You experience an allergic reaction • Pain or swelling becomes intense • Sting area becomes infected 25 WHO TO CALL MOSQUITOES If you are bothered by mosquitoes, need assistance with breeding sources, or need mosquitofish Contact the Los Angeles County West Vector & Vector -Borne Disease Control District at (310)915-7370 If you suspect you have West Nile virus or any other mosquito -borne disease Contact your doctor HONEY BEES Multiple stinging emergencies Call 911 Swarms / hives (outside of a building) Contact the Los Angeles County West Vector & Vector -Borne Disease Control District at (310) 915-7370 Swarms / hives (inside of a building) Contact a licensed structural pest control operator by consulting your local yellow pages TICKS Tick identification and information Contact the Los Angeles County West Vector & Vector -Borne Disease Control District at (310) 915-7370 If you suspect you have Lyme disease or any other tick-borne disease Contact your doctor RED IMPORTED FIRE ANTS Multiple stinging emergencies Call 911 Suspected RIFA infestations Contact the Los Angeles County West Vector & Vector -Borne Disease Control District at (310)915-7370 PALOS VERDES TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: CITY CLERK DATE: MAY 17, 2016 SUBJECT: ADDITIONS/REVISIONS AND AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA** Attached are revisions/additions and/or amendments to the agenda material presented for tonight's meeting: Item No. Description of Material D Bid Protest Received from Concept Consultant Inc. Email exchange between Staff and Sharon Yarber L Emails from Lori Chong Eurich 3 Emails from: Marty and Linda Herman; Anette Jaquette; Lori Chong Eurich 4 Emails from: Jason Butcher; Joe Barger Respectfully submitted, Carla Morreale ** PLEASE NOTE: Materials attached after the color page(s) were submitted through Monday, May 16, 2016**. W:\AGENDA\2016 Additions Revisions to agendas\20160517 additions revisions to agenda.doc £rf" f CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: CITY CLERK DATE: MAY 17, 2016 SUBJECT: ADDITIONS/REVISIONS AND AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA** Attached are revisions/additions and/or amendments to the agenda material presented for tonight's meeting: Item No. Description of Material D Bid Protest Received from Concept Consultant Inc. Email exchange between Staff and Sharon Yarber L Emails from Lori Chong Eurich 3 Emails from: Marty and Linda Herman; Anette Jaquette; Lori Chong Eurich 4 Emails from: Jason Butcher; Joe Barger Respectfully submitted, Carla Morreale ** PLEASE NOTE: Materials attached after the color page(s) were submitted through Monday, May 16, 2016**. W:\AGENDA\2016 Additions Revisions to agendas\20160517 additions revisions to agenda.doc S T CONCEPT CON ULTANT, INC. 23-5 Westwood Blvd It'901 Los Angeles, CA9,0064 tel 310.439,8516 1 tax 310.400-5829 1 niCkSarnmadi aacorn Date :5/17/2016: To City of Rancho Palos Verdes Attention Council Members Subject Protest of the awarding status — Reference Cable Building ADA and Building Improvements and the project awarding the status : Project # 001-16 Please be informed, Concept consultant, Inc. as a longstanding general contractor with A & B Contractors State Board Licenses had submitted their bid proposal on 04/26/2016, in the amount of $123,673 had become the apparent lowest bidder: Bid amount $123,673 Engineering estimate $116,000 $7,673 approx. 6.6% above engineering estimate The following items need to be addressed: I- The nature of the project and the majority scope of work are electrical as seen on bid list Item # 17 through item # 87 (seventy items). The project cannot be completed with less than 50% of the contract amount (no clause specified in the specification). Therefore with the existing electrical scope of work there is no chance that the percentage of the electrical work to become under 50%. 2- The license of the plumbing at the time of the bid was re -stated with no problem. The process at the bid time by the Contractor State License Board was delayed. (Please see the attached document for proof). With respect to the engineering estimate, we believe the bid amount is fair and the cost for re - advertising, preparation of the new documents and spending staff time for new bidding process will exceed the amount of $7,673 and lastly, the amount of the bid proposal of the rebid will be much more than the first time. Please consider the subject of this letter and kindly make a fair decision regarding awarding of the bid. Thank you. Nick Sammadi President BIP SCHEDULE item ESTIMATED +PRICE EXTENDED No. item Description QUANTITY UNIT UNIT AMOUNT 1 Dernolition 1 LS 1,062 1,062 2 _.__..a__. Concrete Equipment Pads I 23 SF 37 851 HEATING AND VENTILATION EQUIPMENT 3 RELOCATE FAN COIL UNIT 1 EA 1,012_ 1,012 { P� RELOCATE CONDENSING UNIT 1 EA 1,065 11065—�' _4 Y NEW FAN COIL UNIT, 1600 1,485 1 4$5 I i S CFM _ NEW CONDENSING UNIT, 4 1 EA I 2,160 2,160 6 TON + 1 EA I I CONTROLS I ' I 7 RELOCATE THERMOSTAT' WITH NEW WIRE 1 472 472 ' j NEW THERMOSTAT WITH 450- f 450 i 8 NEW WIRE 1 EA DUCTWORK & ACCESSORIES I DUCT, GALV SHEET METAL, 154.29 5,400 9 SUPPLY 35 LBS T DUCT, GALV SHEET METAL, 10 RETURN 75 ( LBS 18 1,350 �~ DUCT, GALV SHEET METAL, I 1,400 11 OSA 19 LBS 73.68 12 DUCT INSULATION, WRAP 73 SF 18.90 1,380 13CONNECT TO EXISTING 2 EA 675 675 REFRIGERANT WITH 40 f 4'000 14 INSULATION 100 LF 15 TEST AND ADJUST 1 LS 2,500 2,500 ` BALANCE/REBALANCE 135 1,215 16 (ALLOWANCE) 9 RG ELECTRICAL BUILDING DISTRIBUTION I E EQUIPMENT + 17 INSTALL 70A/3P CKT BRKR AT (E) MSB ` 1 EA 1'242 1,242 XMFR'T1', 30KVA, 480- 2,26$ 2,268 18 120/208V, 3PH, 4W N3R 1 EA 19 FUSED D.S 600V 3PH WP 100A 1 EA 243 243 PANEL'C', 225A MLO, 2,730 2,730 20 208/120V, 3PH,4W 1 EA P-4 Item No. Item Description ESTIMATED QUANTITY UNIT PRICE UNIT EXTENDED AMOUNT 21 PANEL GROUND 1 EA 337 337 22 XMFR GROUND 1 EA 350 350 23 CORE/SEAL WALL PENETRATION FOR FEEDERS 2 EA 216 432 24 FDR -100 AMP - 2" - 4#1+1#6 25 LF 43 1,075 25 FDR - 70 AMP -1-1/4" - 3#4+1#10 10 LF 37 370 EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS 26 FC -1/2, 208V-1PH, <15A 2 EA 405 810 27 MOTOR RATED SWITCH 20A 2 EA 440 880 28 20 AMP EMT - (1) 3/4" W- 3#12+1#12 100 LF 6.5 650 29 CU-1,208V-1PH,<40A 1 EA 340 340 30 FUSED D.S 600V 1PH WP 60A 1 EA 85 85 31 40 AMP EMT - (1) 3/4" W- 3#8+1#10 120 LF 8 960 32 CU -2 208V-1PH, <30A 1 EA 160 160 33 FUSED D.S 600V 1PH WP 30A 1 EA 80 80 34 30 AMP EMT - (1) 3/4" W- 3#10+1#10 50 LF 8.5 425 CONDENSATE PUMP, 120V- 1PH, 35 <FRACTIONAL HP 2 EA 162 324 36 MOTOR RATED SWITCH 20A 2 EA 324 648 37 20 AMP EMT - (1) 3/4" W- 2#12+1#12 90 LF 6 540 38 CORE/SEAL WALL PENETRATION FOR BRANCH FEEDERS 2 EA 81 162 ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND CONTROL - OFFICE 402 39 NEW - 2X4 LED 3 EA 729 2,187 40 FIXTURE OUTLET BOXES 3 EA 480 1,440 41 JUNCTION BOXES 1 EA 165 165 42 FIXTURE FLEXIBLE WHIPS 3 EA 610 1,830 43 LIGHTING BRANCH CIRCUITRY 20 LF 9 180 44 LIGHTING HOMERUN 30 EA 7.5 225 P-5 Item ESTIMATED PRICE EXTENDED UANTITY No. Item Description UNIT UNIT AMOUNT WALL MTD LV DIMMER 45 SWITCH 1 EA 567 567 46 OCCUPANCY SENSOR CEILING 1 EA 580 580 ROOM CONTROLLER/RELAY 37$ 47 PACK 1 EA 378 48 DAYLIGHT SENSOR 1 EA 378 378 LIGHTING SWITCH BRANCH 49 CIRCUITRY 40 LF 9 360 MISC. SEISMIC SUPPORTS 50 (ALLOWANCE) 1400 SF 1 1,400 TEST & COMMISSION 1,620 1,620 51 LIGHTING SYSTEM 1 LS POWER DEVICES & DISTRIBUTION 52 DOUBLE DUPLEX RECEPTACLE 7 EA 175 525 DUPLEX RECEPTACLE WP 202 404 53 EXTERIOR MTD 2 EA RECEPTACLE BRANCH 6'S 54 CIRCUITS OH, 20A 180 LF 1,170 RECEPTACLE HOMERUN 3 6.6 55 CKTS, 20A 75 LF 495 CORE/SEAL WALL PENETRATION FOR BRANCH 216 216 56 FEEDERS 1 EA 57 FIRESTOPPING 1400 SF .50 700 MISC. ELECTRICAL ITEMS MISC. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1.50 58 ITEMS 1400 SF 2,100 (PER SF ALLOWANCE) ELECTRICAL SPECIAL SYSTEMS VOICE/DATA/SIGNAL SYSTEM RELOCATE (E) RACK EQUIPMENT TO DATA ROOM 3,712 3,712 59 408 1 LS NEW RACK FOR RELOCATED 5,373 5,373 60 EQUIPMENT 1 EA 61 DATA RACK GROUND 1 EA 470 470 ROUTE COX TV FROM ENTRY 378 378 62 IN ELEC RM 407TO DATA 408 1 LS RELOCATE VERIZON SERVICE FROM EXTERIOR ENTRY TO 2,430 2,430 63 DATA 408 DATA RACK 1 LS P-6 Item ESTIMATED PRICE EXTENDED No. Item Description QUANTITY UNIT UNIT AMOUNT 64 VERIZON BOX W-WIFI ROUTER 1 LS 567 567 65 VERIZON TV BOX AT DATA 408 1 LS 567 567 66 COX TV BOX AT DATA 408 1 LS 472 472 CONDUIT STUBS FOR CABLE 324 324 67 ENTRY TO DATA 408 1 LS CORE/SEAL WALL PENETRATION FOR LV 337 1,011 68 CABLING 3 EA COX TV, VERIZON TV AND WIFI 69 CABLING IN DATA 408 1 LS 472 472 VOICE/DATA/TV LABELING, TERM'S & TESTING 1 LS 475.00 640 640 70 1 475 1 LS 71 DATA/TEL OUTLET WALL MTD 8 EA 472 3,776 72 CAT 6 CABLING 200 LF 2 400 DATA LABELING, TERM'S & 162 648 73 TESTING 4 EA 18.05 7 2 4 EA TV COAXIAL OUTLET WALL 74 MTD 3 EA 470 1,410 75 COAXIAL CABLING RG6 300 LF 2 600 COAXIAL LABELING, TERM'S & 76 TESTING 6 EA 14.50 8 7 6 EA 20 120 DATA/TEL/TV -1" CONDUIT 660 77 UP TO 110 LF 6 ACCESSIBLE CEILING 78 CABLE SUPPORTS 1 LS 1,080 1,080 PRODUCT AND SYSTEM 1,080 1,080 79 WARRANTY 1 LS FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS 80 FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL 1 EA 2,430 2,430 SMOKE DETECTOR 540 3,240 81 ADDRESSIBLE 6 EA 82 HEAT DETECTOR ADDRESSIBLE 2 EA 540 1,080 83 COMBO AUDIO/VISUAL 4 EA 540 2,160 84 VISUAL STROBE 1 EA 540 540 85 MANUAL PULL STATION 1 EA 540 540 FIRE ALARM CONDUIT & 86 CABLING 375 LF 8 3,000 87 TEST DEVICES 1 LS 810 $10 P-7 Item No. Item Description ESTIMATED UNIT PRICE UNIT EXTENDED AMOUNT QUANTITY 88 2X4 Acoustic Ceiling Tile 230 SF 11 2,530 FRAMEWORK 89 Furr Walls with Steel Stud and Gypboard S®0 SF 8 4'000 90 Patch and repair gypboard 1 LS 850 850 PAINTING 91 Paint 3 coast interior walls 1620 SF 2 3,240 92 Pain/Stain doors 6 EA 130 780 93 Misc Painting 1 EA 550 550 94 Furnishings 1 LS 11,200 11,200 95 Plumbing 1 LS 2,025 2,025 TOTAL BASE BID SCHEDULE IN NUMBERS: $ 123,673.00 TOTAL BASE BID SCHEDULE IN WORDS: One hundred twenty three thousand six hundred seventy three dollars. The contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on the TOTAL BASE BID. Note: Some items may be adjusted or deleted. Any changes to the quantities for these items shall not classify as a substantial change as stipulated in Section 3-2.2.1 of the Standard Specifications. Therefore, regardless of total actual amount (percentage) compared to estimated quantities, the unit prices provided above by the Bidder shall be applied to the final quantity when payment is calculated for these items. No adjustment in the unit prices will be allowed. The City reserves the right to not use any of the estimated quantities, and if this right is exercised, the Contractor will not be entitled to any additional compensation. Cost of all export of material shall be included in the above unit costs; no additional compensation will be granted for such expenses. The Contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsible Bidder based on the total Bid price. This proposal shall include provision for at -risk youth employment per specification and grant requirements. CONTRACTORS STATE U CENSE BOARD Contractor's License Detail for License # 964902 CLAIMER: A license status check provides information taken from the CSLB license database. Before relying on this ►rmation, you should be aware of the following limitations. ;LB complaint disclosure is restricted by law (B&P 7124.6) If this entity is subject to public complaint disclosure, a link for complaint disclosure will appear below. Click the link or button to obtain complaint and/or legal action information. !r B&P 7071,17 , only construction related civil judgments reported to the CSLB are disclosed. 3itrations are not listed unless the contractor fails to comply with the terms of the arbitration. ie to workload, there may be relevant information that has not yet been entered onto the Board's license database. This license is current and active. All information below should be reviewed. Data current as of 5/14/2016 10:36:03 Al Business Information AYA PLUMBING INC 16952 ITASCA STREET NORTHRIDGE, CA 91343 Business Phone Number:(818) 830-0685 Entity Corporation Issue Date 08/25/2011 Expire Date 08/31/2017 License Status Clasaiflfions C36 - PLUMBING C20 - WARM -AIR HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR-CONDITIONING Bonding Information Contractor's Bond This license filed a Contractor's Bond with WESTERN SURETY COMPANY. Bond Number: 62295370 Bond Amount: $15,000 Effective Date: 01 /01 /2016 Contractor's Bond History Bond of Qualifying Individual The qualifying individual MOSES ANSERLIAN certified that he/she owns 10 percent or more of the voting stock/membership interest of this company; therefore, the Bond of Qualifying Individual is not required. Effective Date: 10/03/2011 BQI's Bond History This license has workers compensation insurance with the NATIONAL LIABILITY AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY ,Policy Number:A9WC700557 Effective Date: 02/24/2016 Expire Date: 02/24/2017 Workers' Compensation History KM Subject: FW: Sunnyside Ridge Trail From: momofyago [mailto:momofyaRo@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 2:24 PM To: Andy Winje <AndvW@rpvca.gov> Subject: RE: Sunnyside Ridge Trail I do not have a name to suggest other than perhaps Kristin Raig of the Rolling Hills Homes Association and Andy Clark or David Wahba of RHE who are familiar with equestrian crossings and driveways and the like. Sent fi•om nay Verizon Fireless 4i-'1 LTE smailplione -------- Original message -------- From: Andy Winje <AndyWa,rpvca.gov> Date: 05/16/2016 1:54 PM (GMT -08:00) To: momofyago <momofyago@gmail.com> Subject: RE: Sunnyside Ridge Trail Yes, that's the intent. We have a number of folks we're in the process of contacting; other municipalities, industry "specialists", and national park service. I'd be happy to take a name for follow up. Andy Winje 310-544-5249 From: momofyago [mailto:momofyago@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 1:48 PM To: Andy Winje <AndVW@rpvca.gov> Subject: RE: Sunnyside Ridge Trail With whom are you consulting about the footing? I am assuming this is going to be designed with equestrian concerns at the forefront of everyone's minds. Sent from my Verizoii Wireless 4G LT[smartphorie -------- Original message -------- From: Andy Winje <AndyW@,rpvca.gov> Date: 05/16/2016 1:24 PM (GMT -08:00) To: momofyago <momofyago cr,gmail.com> Cc: Doug Willmore <DWillmore cr,rpvca.gov>, Michael Throne <MichaelT a,rpvca.gov> Subject: RE: Sunnyside Ridge Trail That's correct, except that the "dirt on top" of concrete has not been finalized. We are doing some homework to find the best footing solution for comfort, traction and durability. The reason for the change is this. When council directed us to keep the entire structure within the easement, the footings for the proposed parallel retaining walls had to be redesigned to include some overlap, making construction (excavation and shoring) very difficult and costly. This is a simpler, and we believe, cheaper solution. The contractor will need to give us his change order proposal (once design is complete) before we know value of savings. Andy Winje From: momofyago [mailto:momofyago@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 1:12 PM To: Andy Winje <AndyW@rpvca.gov> Subject: RE: Sunnyside Ridge Trail Thank you, Andy. So if I understand correctly it will be solid earth for a bit, then dirt on top of concrete for 60 feet, then solid dirt again, correct? What is the reason for this? Sent iiom my Verizon Wireless lG LTE smartphone -------- Original message -------- From: Andy Winje <AndyW &rpvca.gov> Date: 05/16/2016 11:23 AM (GMT -08:00) To: sharon yarber <momofyago(a7,gmail.com> Cc: Doug Willmore <DWillmore@Kpvca.gov>, Michael Throne <MichaelT cr`pvca.gov> Subject: RE: Sunnyside Ridge Trail Ms. Yarber, we are proposing to use a 60 foot long concrete structure to connect the trail from about the pilaster at Johnny's house to about where his garage begins, all within the 10 -foot easement. The footing surface will sit on top of that structure. The structure replaces the earth fill (from the earlier design) for that section. Andy Winje 310-544-5249 From: sharon yarber [mailto:momofyago@gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2016 10:41 AM To: Andy Winje <AndvW@rpvca.gov> Cc: Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov> Subject: Sunnyside Ridge Trail Hi Andy, I am not clear on what the proposed change is to the design of the trail. The rendering is of an elevated concrete walkway. Are you proposing that the portion of the trail that begins at the street (Sunnyside Ridge) and ends where the canyon begins be a concrete walkway instead of a dirt trail? Please clarify. Thank you. Sharon Yarber Subject: FW: Sidewalk issue Attachments: IMG_5893.JPG; ATT00001.txt; IMG_5895.JPG; ATT00002.txt; IMG_5896.JPG; ATT00003.txt -----Original Message ----- From: Lori Chong Eurich [mailto:lace167@hotmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2016 6:17 AM To: Kit Fox <KitF@rpvca.gov>; Susan Brooks <SusanB@rpvca.gov> Subject: Sidewalk issue Hi Kit & Susan, The city's principal engineer said that the funding for sidewalk repairs is on tonight's council meeting agenda. Attached are photos of the sidewalk and driveway entry in front of my house at 28511 Hazelridge Drive. There are white numbers that were painted last year. The cracks are hazardous and need to be repaired before an accident occurs. There are elderly residents who walk on this sidewalk with their caregivers along with kids and others. The slabs in front of my neighbors' homes on both sides are also in very poor condition due to tree roots. Thank you for bringing this matter and these photos to the attention of the other council members and Mayor. i i From: Michael Throne Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2016 11:02 AM To: Carla Morreale Cc: Kit Fox; Ron Dragoo Subject: Late Correspondence Agenda Item M Please include this message exchange in Late Correspondence. Thank you. From: Lori Chong Eurich [mailto:lace167@hotmail.com] Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2016 5:28 PM To: Ron Dragoo <RonD@rpvca.gov> Subject: Re: Sidewalk repair on Hazelridge Dr. - update? Hello Ron, Thank you very much for the update on the sidewalk situation on my street. It's odd that my next door neighbor was told that the work would be completed by Dec. 31, 2015 but apparently it was not funded. Thank you, Lori Enrich From: Ron Dragoo <RonD@rpvca.gov> Sent: Friday, May 06, 2016 3:27:17 PM To: Lori Chong Eurich Cc: PublicWorks; Kit Fox Subject: RE: Sidewalk repair on Hazelridge Dr. - update? Hello Ms. Eurich, I can provide you some information as follows: The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract at their May 17 meeting for a project that will address the three sidewalk panels you discuss in your email. The schedule of work has not been developed, however if the City Council awards a construction contract I would assume work on the project would begin within 5 weeks following the award. Given this timing, the contractors is required to complete his/her work by the end of September. But again the exact dates the work will be performed on Hazelridge Drive is not know at this time. Best regards, Ron Dragoo, PE Principal Engineer WE ARE IN PROCESS OF SWITCHING TO A NEW WEB AND EMAIL DOMAIN. PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL AND IF I AM IN YOUR CONTACTS, SWITCH MY EMAIL FROM rond@rpv.com TO rond@rpvca.gov From: Lori Chong Eurich [mailto:lace167@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, May 06, 2016 3:24 PM To: Kit Fox <KitF@rpvca.gov> L Cc: PublicWorks <PublicWorks@rpvca.gov>; Lori Chong Eurich <lace167@hotmail.com> Subject: Sidewalk repair on Hazelridge Dr. - update? Is there any update on the repairs for the sidewalks in front of my house?? Thank you, Lori Eurich On May 4, 2016, at 11:50 AM, Kit Fox <KitF rl)vca.gov> wrote: Can someone in Public Works look into Ms. Eurich's question about sidewalk repairs and get back to her via e-mail? Thanks! Kit Fox, AICP Citta of Rancho Palos Verdes (310) 5445226 kitf0Myca.gov From: Lori Chong Eurich Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 9:56 AM To: Susan Brooks <SusanB@rpvca.gov> Cc: Kit Fox <KitF@rpvca.gov>; Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: Re: Peacock problem and sidewalk repair May 4, 2016 Hello Kit and Ara, I sent a message about the peacock issue to the city council per Susan's recommendation. Thank you for making sure this is discussed. Hazelridge and Plainfield Ave. residents need support on this problem. On a personal matter, there are three damaged concrete sections in front of my house at 28511 Hazelridge Drive with the following numbers sprayed in white: 966, 967 & 968. I understand from my neighbor, R. Potukuchi that the city has an outside firm contracted to replace these sidewalk hazards. Do you know when the work will be done? We were told the work would finish by the end of December 2015 but nothing has been done and no updates issued. Elderly residents with caregivers, dog walkers, kids and strollers walk on these hazardous, cracked raised slabs. Thank you, Lori Eurich On May 4, 2016, at 9:17 AM, Susan Brooks <SusanBrpvca.gov> wrote: Ara, I suggested she contact all of Council on this important matter. I also told her it was on our May 17th agenda. Thanks; Susan Susan Brooks Councilwoman Rancho Palos Verdes 310/ 541-2971 www.rpyca,gov On May 4, 2016, at 7:36 AM, Kit Fox <KitF cz,rpvca.gov> wrote: Dear Ms. Eurich: Thank you for your input on the efficacy of the City's peafowl trapping program. The City Council is tentatively scheduled to receive a report on the most -recent peafowl census at its upcoming meeting on May 17th. I have copied Director of Community Development Ara Mihranian on this reply, since he and his department will be involved in preparing the May 17th report. You may contact Ara directly at aram(a,rpvca.gov or (310) 544-5228. Sincerely, Kit Fox, AICP Senior Administrative Analyst City Manager's Office City of Rancho Palos Verdes 30940 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 T: (310) 544-5226 F: (310) 544-5291 E: ,rpvca.gov -----Original Message ----- From: Lori Chong Eurich Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 7:17 AM To: CC <CCgrpvca.gov> Subject: Peacock problem around Vista Grande area May 4, 2016 Dear Rancho Palos Verdes City Council Members, I'm writing to strongly encourage you to take more action in reducing the peafowl population in the Vista Grande school area. I live on Hazelridge Drive and we need more traps set up. My neighbor signed up to be a trap site but there was NO action. There are peafowl in the trees on Plainfield Street making a lot of noise at night and early in the morning. Dog walkers on my street report that their pets have become sick from the peafowl droppings. Gardeners have had numerous plants in their yards destroyed. Thank you for taking much-needed action. Lori Eurich From: Sent: To: Subject: To RPV Council members, Linda Herman <Ihermanpg@cox.net> Tuesday, May 17, 2016 8:18 AM CC Peacock Trapping Program We are in vehement agreement with plans to resume the humane trapping and relocation of up to 150 peafowl for 2016. We continue to be subject to their loud squawking in the tree right outside our bedroom window and continue to see (and hear) large numbers of them in our neighborhood. Not too long ago there were at 7 in our front driveway. As residents of Rancho Palos Verdes, we are most grateful for the responsiveness of the Council in addressing this continuing problem. Many thanks, Marty and Linda Herman 28070 Ella Road Subject: FW: Peacock trapping program From: Linda Herman [mailto:lhermanpg@cox.net] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 8:05 PM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: Peacock trapping program HI Aram, Please advise members of the Council that we are in vehement agreement with their plans to resume the humane trapping and relocation of up to 150 peafowl for 2016. WE continue to be subject to their loud squawking in the tree right outside our bedroom window and continue to see (and hear) large numbers of them in our neighborhood. Not too long ago there were at 7 in our front driveway. As residents of Rancho Palos Verdes, we are most grateful for the responsiveness of the Council in addressing this continuing problem. Many thanks, Marty and Linda Herman 28070 Ella Road 3 Subject: FW: Feeding Peafowl Attachments: FullSizeRenderjpg; ATT00001.txt -----Original Message ----- From: ahjaquette@gmail.com [mailto:ahjaquette@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2016 8:03 AM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: Feeding Peafowl I am quite at my wits end. I have seen this neighbor up the street from us feeding the peafowl. I left her a copy of the city regulations and what fines she will get if she continues to dump food for them. 2 days ago when walking my dogs she walked across the street from her house and once again she left food for the Peacocks, this time egg noodles. I am sending you a picture so you can see the food. Her address is 28427 Hazelridge Dr. I tried to cover it with rocks as to not encourage the Peacocks. We already have so many ARG! I will attend the meeting tonight. Anette Jaquette 28347 Hazelridge Dr., RPV 310-265-9337 i s 17tik A4 M .yq .i vp dr rr_ may, lft.n 16 to AP. Y ds a r L 16 to AP. Y ds a From: Lori Chong Eurich Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 9:56 AM To: Susan Brooks <SusanB@rpvca.gov> Cc: Kit Fox <KitF@rpvca.gov>; Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: Re: Peacock problem and sidewalk repair May 4, 2016 Hello Kit and Ara, I sent a message about the peacock issue to the city council per Susan's recommendation. Thank you for making sure this is discussed. Hazelridge and Plainfield Ave. residents need support on this problem. On a personal matter, there are three damaged concrete sections in front of my house at 28511 Hazelridge Drive with the following numbers sprayed in white: 966, 967 & 968. I understand from my neighbor, R. Potukuchi that the city has an outside firm contracted to replace these sidewalk hazards. Do you know when the work will be done? We were told the work would finish by the end of December 2015 but nothing has been done and no updates issued. Elderly residents with caregivers, dog walkers, kids and strollers walk on these hazardous, cracked raised slabs. Thank you, Lori Eurich On May 4, 2016, at 9:17 AM, Susan Brooks <SusanBn�rpvca.gov> wrote: Ara, I suggested she contact all of Council on this important matter. I also told her it was on our May 17th agenda. Thanks, Susan Susan Brooks Councilwoman Rancho Palos Verdes 310/ 541-2971 www.rpvca.gov On May 4, 2016, at 7:36 AM, Kit Fox <KitF a,rpvca.gov> wrote: Dear Ms. Eurich: Thank you for your input on the efficacy of the City's peafowl trapping program. The City Council is tentatively scheduled to receive a report on the most -recent peafowl census at its upcoming meeting on May 17th. I have copied Director of Community Development Ara Mihranian on this reply, since he and his department will be involved in preparing the May 17th 0 report. You may contact Ara directly at aramnxpvca. ov or (310) 544-5228. Sincerely, Kit Fox, AICP Senior Administrative Analyst City Manager's Office City of Rancho Palos Verdes 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 T: (310) 544-5226 F: (310) 544-5291 E: kitfnrpvca.gov -----Original Message ----- From: Lori Chong Enrich Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 7:17 AM To: CC <C ca. ,ov> Subject: Peacock problem around Vista Grande area May 4, 2016 Dear Rancho Palos Verdes City Council Members, I'm writing to strongly encourage you to take more action in reducing the peafowl population in the Vista Grande school area. I live on Hazelridge Drive and we need more traps set up. My neighbor signed up to be a trap site but there was NO action. There are peafowl in the trees on Plainfield Street making a lot of noise at night and early in the morning. Dog walkers on my street report that their pets have become sick from the peafowl droppings. Gardeners have had numerous plants in their yards destroyed. Thank you for taking much-needed action. Lori Eurich 2 Subject: FW: Consideration and possible action to initiate a code amendment regarding short- term rentals in the City (Planning Case No. ZON2016-00188). -----Original Message ----- From: jjmbutcher@verizon.net [mailto:jjmbutcher@verizon.net] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 5:05 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov> Subject: Consideration and possible action to initiate a code amendment regarding short-term rentals in the City (Planning Case No. ZON2016-00188). Good Evening, My name is Jason Butcher and I live at 5442 Bayridge Rd. I am writing in response to short term rentals in RPV. As a resident in this city for the past 10 years, I find this city to be a very welcoming and family friendly setting. Short term rentals have created a party like atmosphere that goes against what I feel this city represents. "Please note that I am not in favor of allowing short term rentals. Thank you for your consideration, Jason Butcher Sent from my Whone Subject: FW: Short -Term Rentals in RPV From: Joe Barger [mailto:irb17521@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 9:18 PM To: susanbrooks0l@vahoo.com; Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov> Cc: gregmitre@cox.net; Bertolina, Jim and Nelly <lnbertolina@gmail.com>; marg.shih@gmail.com; Gail.Parker@harborrc.org; Faith Stapleton <fbstapleton@cox.net>; donway@cox.net Subject: Short -Term Rentals in RPV Although I will not be able to attend the 5/17/16 city council meeting addressing short-term rentals in RPV, I would like to add my strong support to the proposed code amendment regarding the prohibition of short-term rentals in the City's single-family residential zoning districts. The property directly across the street (3664 Hightide Dr.) from my residence is listed on AirBnB as a short- term rental (https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/9382619?guests=2&s=yXcCY6tm). Over the past several months there has been a very noticeable increase in the number of different cars in the driveway and on the street, various occupants coming and going at all hours of the day and night, people walking from/to cars with open alcoholic beverages, an increase in trash littering the street, and a general increase in boisterous activity from the house. This type of activity is not in keeping with the demeanor of the neighborhood and will certainly get worse during the long, warm nights of summer. The rental cost ($795/night with a 2 day minimum) encourages multiple people to split the cost, increasing the number of cars and associated issues. And with the recent addition of a pool and spa in the backyard, the home is becoming more attractive as a short-term party house. While I recognize there will be an economic impact to the owners and I generally adhere to a "live and let live" attitude, the trend of increasing noise, traffic, trash, and transient occupants at 3664 Hightide Dr. is not sustainable and, if allowed to continue, will disrupt the tranquil, peaceful and safe nature of our neighborhood, potentially causing increased calls to the Sheriff to enforce noise regulations or address other unlawful activity. Thanks for your careful consideration. Joe Barger 3655 Hightide Dr. RPV, CA 90275 jrbl7521 cr,gmail.com CITY OF � � ? Azlq R W111 '116 RANCHO PALOS VERDES TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: CITY CLERK DATE: MAY 16, 2016 SUBJECT: ADDITIONS/REVISIONS AND AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA Attached are revisions/additions and/or amendments to the agenda material received through Monday afternoon for the Tuesday, May 17, 2016 City Council meeting: Item No. Description of Material H Email exchange between Public Works Director Throne and Madeline Ryan Email exchange between Public Works Director Throne and Madeline Ryan Emails and Powerpoint Presentation from Sharon Loveys 3 Emails from: David Holland; Christy Shahnazarian; Marianne Hunter; Kathy Snell; Joe and Nancy Hyman; Email exchange between Community Development Director Mihranian and Joanne Campman 4 Emails from: Andrea Joannou; Tony Baker; Michelle Smith; Ling Tang; Steven Barryte; Faith Stapleton; Wes Wang; Jeannette Peterson; Alicia Sichan; H. C. McCarthy; Priscilla and Fred Koehler Respectfully submitted, tom'~ Carla Morreale W:\AGENDA\2016 Additions Revisions to agendas\20160517 additions revisions to agenda thru Monday.doc From: Michael Throne Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 1:24 PM To: pvpasofino@yahoo.com Cc: CC; Nicole Jules; Ron Dragoo; Andy Winje; Charles Eder Subject: FW: City Council Meeting Date 05/17/2016, Agenda Item H, I Dear Ms. Ryan: Thank you for your message regarding Sunnyside Ride Trail project. Public Warks is requesting that the City Council consider increasing to the project budget as a safeguard for cash flow, since we don't at this tirne have a firm price from the contractor to Construct the redesign. We felly expect a reduction in Construction Cast that Will equal or exceed the increase in design costs made necessary by the December 15 council action. We do not anticipate using the full $465,000 budget When it's all done and opened to the public. The proposed concrete structure has a constant slope of 14%, Which is less steep than the portion of trail it is replacing (20%) and through portions of the unmodified canyon. We have not yet selected a walking surface to go over the Concrete and our engineers are exploring the standards from the National Park Service and We're contacting other southland Cities (such as San Juan Capistrano, Calabasas and Malibu) for their ideas and experience. There may be a small maintenance Cost moving forward, but it Will not be significantly more expensive (and much easier) than What would be necessary to maintain the 20% earth trail that the ramp is replacing. As your public works director, I felt it was important for transparency, integrity and credibility to recognize the added design cast due to relocating the retaining Wall from private property to the trail easement as a project expense, and so it Was brought to City Council as an agenda item for their consideration. Thank you again for your message. Regards, Michael Throne, PE, PWLF Director of Public Works City of Rancho Palos Verdes 50040 Hawthorne Blvd Rancho Palos Verdes California 90275 310 544-5252 i q 'L Subject: FW: City Council Meeting Date 05/17/2016, Agenda Item H, I From: Madeline Ryan [mailto:pvpasofino@yahoo.com] Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 8:15 PM To: CC <CC@rpvca.gov>; Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov>; Michael Throne <MichaelT@rpvca.gov> Cc: Andy Winje <AndyW@rpvca.gov> Subject: City Council Meeting Date 05/17/2016, Agenda Item H, I Dear Mayor, Councilmembers and City Staff After reviewing the Staff Report for subject Items I have questions regarding the proposed changes and increased budget proposals for completing this project. After numerous public meetings with KOA Consultants, power points, public input, concerns of residents, especially Mr. DeGeralamo, the mostly impacted resident of Sunnyside, and almost a decade of City involvement in serious trail improvements at Sunnyside, we aren't any closer to an acceptable trail project within budget! Kudos to Staff and the Design Engineer for the brilliant solution of a cantilevered/elevated walkway at the trailhead! I have to wonder why in an Equestrian Overlay District, City Staff would recommend such, knowing this concrete trail will be used by equestrians and pedestrians. Does staff really expect a horse to traverse a concrete trail, that is an 18-20% grade safely? And, what about rainy or wet conditions? Not safe for either horse or pedestrian. I was told to not get focused on the budget or the additional expense for KOA and geotechnical engineering but the proposed design change. Therefore, I would like to recommend an increase to the project budget because of this design change. A sufficient amount (?) to cover the concrete in decomposed granite, compacted, of course, to improve the traction on this trail. In addition, the City may want to set aside future funds for maintenance to replenish the decomposed granite, as necessary, after washouts that might occur after rainstorms. Oh, and shouldn't the $20,000 being proposed by Staff to KOA for the 'extra work' be covered in the $100,000 contract that Staff recommends you approve (Agenda Item H) so KOA can administer assistance since Public Works is understaffed. Thank you for your attention. Madeline Ryan PUDE Q District "May the Trails be with you..." Madeline From: Carla Morreale Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 7:48 AM To: Teresa Takaoka Subject: FW: Niches Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 -----Original Message ----- From: Sharon Loveys [mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.comj Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 3:11 PM To: Carla Morreale <CarlaM@rpvca.gov>; Dave Aleshire <daleshire@awattorneys.com>; Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov> Subject: Niches 47 niches/ 171occupied W�� is a - t WNW- 41 - - _ •_ mss,. tpit- From: Carla Morreale Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 7:48 AM To: Teresa Takaoka Subject: FW: Wall burials Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 -----Original Message ----- From: Sharon Loveys [mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.comj Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 3:09 PM To: Carla Morreale <CarlaM@rpvca.gov>; Dave Aleshire <daleshire@awattorneys.com> Subject: Wall burials 252 wall burials / 55 occupied LTJ 1, } Alk 110 OWN Y f 1 VA r 7 J! From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 Carla Morreale Monday, May 16, 2016 8:05 AM Teresa Takaoka FW: Top of mausoleum IMG_1740.JPG; ATT00001.txt -----Original Message ----- From: Sharon Loveys [mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.com] Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 3:13 PM To: Carla Morreale <CarlaM@rpvca.gov>; Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov>; Dave Aleshire <daleshire@awattorneys.com> Subject: Top of mausoleum 77 7-5i It- - T-, 7?� From: Carla Morreale Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 7:50 AM To: Teresa Takaoka Subject: FW: Guess !! Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 -----Original Message ----- From: Sharon Loveys [mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.com] Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 3:15 PM To: Carla Morreale <CarlaM@rpvca.gov>; Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov>; Dave Aleshire <daleshire@awattorneys.com> Subject: Guess !! WJ IA F= 40 of Mill From: Carla Morreale Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 7:49 AM To: Teresa Takaoka Subject: FW: Wall between niches and wall burials Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 -----Original Message ----- From: Sharon Loveys [mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.comj Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 3:11 PM To: Carla Morreale <CarlaM@rpvca.gov>; Dave Aleshire <daleshire@awattorneys.com>; Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov> Subject: Wall between niches and wall burials 252/55 occupied N s— M - M rr' From: Carla Morreale Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 8:05 AM To: Teresa Takaoka Subject: FW: Power point / Tuesday night Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk u City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 From: Sharon loveys[mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.com] Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2016 8:18 PM To: Carla Morreale <Carla M @ rpvca.gov>; Dave Aleshire <daleshire@awattorneys.com>; Doug Willmore <DWillmore@rpvca.gov>; Susan Brooks <SusanB@rpvca.gov>; Ken Dyda <Ken.Dyda@rpvca.gov>; Jerry Duhovic <JerryD@rpvca.gov>; Anthony Misetich <AnthonyM@rpvca.gov>; PC <PC@rpvca.gov> Subject: Power point / Tuesday night Dear Carla, I will be presenting Matt Martin's power point Tuesday night. I will be sending you the following. 1. Power point / Matt Martin 2. Four or five photos showing inside of mausoleum and the location of niches and wall cripts. If you have any questions you can reach me by email or Thank you for always being so courteous! Sharon Loveys Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk Carla Morreale Monday, May 16, 2016 8:07 AM Teresa Takaoka FW: Inner Internments Power Point InsideInternments.pptx; ATT00001.htm CITY or, RANCHO FI,ALOSVENDES City Clerk's Office 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: (310) 544-5208 Fax: (310) 544-5291 From: Sharon Loveys[mailto:sharon.loveys@yahoo.com] Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 4:34 PM To: Carla Morreale <CarlaM@rpvca.gov> Subject: Fwd: Inner Internments Power Point Sent from my Whone Begin forwarded message: From: Matt Martin <matthewhmartinnyahoo.com> Date: May 15, 2016 at 4:22:28 PM PDT To: Sharon Loveys <sharon.loveysgyahoo.com> Subject: Fw: Inner Internments Power Point Reply -To: Matt Martin <matthewhmartingyahoo.com> Matt Martin MatthewHMartin(cDyahoo.com--------------------------------------------------------- This message and any attached documents contain information that may be confidential and/or privileged. The information herein may also be protected by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 USC Sections 2510- 2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you may not read, copy, distribute, or use this information. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply e-mail and delete all copies of this message to include any attachments. On Sunday, May 8, 2016 1:51 PM, Matt Martin <matthewhmartin(o),yahoo.com> wrote: J. Nadia and All Attached is a powerpoint showing the illegal internments inside the building and the CUP code for 16 foot setback. The code says 16 feet for "Below Ground" internments. If Green Hills wants to call the burials on top "Ground Burials" then the internments inside are also "below ground" Another option is to say that there is no language in the CUP allowing "Above Ground" burials within the setback. Whoever wants to show this powerpoint on tuesday is welcome to - just make sure it's sent to the city clerk by tomorrow before 4. Noel, if you have any comments or want me to change something let me know Thanks Matt Martin MatthewHMarti n(c)yahoo.com--------------------------------------------------------- This message and any attached documents contain information that may be confidential and/or privileged. The information herein may also be protected by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 USC Sections 2510- 2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you may not read, copy, distribute, or use this information. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply e-mail and delete all copies of this message to include any attachments. W �4l f ,... . ..:... .. ... r Green Hills is currently in violation of condition number 6 of their CUP 6. 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You, r{ U" yr d „lis erni' it in error, or are riot an 'Intended r,lo7(ien , r}i :,.;t:...;+, notify ;.l'w so',nder 1rt2fTt£'di at'd,,1, Thank you ?`7f your r'jss stance, %i:'i{3i'Y, From: David Holland [ i; ilto:dyholland( hotmaif.con�] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 3:55 PM To: Ara Mihranian <Araf`A@rpvcaEov> Subject: Peafowl Mr. Mihranian, I will be unable to attend the meeting addressing the peafowl problem on May 17. 1 urge the council to not only continue, but if possible expand the trapping. Our Hazelridge neighborhood is heavily populated, to the irritation of many. Thank you, David Holland 28405 Hazelridge Dr., RPV Ni To: Ara Mihranian Subject: RE: RPV Peafowl relocation program -----Original Message ----- From: christy shahnazarian [mailto:cshazl@yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 10:51 AM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Cc: cathi wyman <whypeople@aol.com>; debbie uba <UBAFAMILY@SBCGLOBAL.NET>; Bob Shahnazarian <robert@amarinecorp.com> Subject: RPV Peafowl relocation program Hi Ara, I live at 6 Headland Drive and for the past 30 years have watched the peafowl migrate onto our street with a vengeance. Early each morning I watch approximately 30 peafowl descend from my neighbors trees across the street, onto their roof, into my yard. Over the years they have broken countless roof tiles, scratched paint on our cars & damage stone the with droppings. But what is almost unbearable is the constant screeching day and night! Many nights we simply can not sleep. Please consider Headland Drive on the next relocation and the use of my yard for trapping. Thank you, Christy Shahnazarian 6 headland Drive, RPV 11 Subject: FW: Peafowl [Do you really need to print this e-mail? 3 his 0 meO coati"IM; infaraici am belong;n[ to the ` 'tof Rciltt;ho Palos Verdes vdl"tian may be privileged, confEdEN)tial and/ow protected (vorn fis'',irsaffea, 1 he €nforrrrtit;�or is €�te�€ d d only kx use. of the mdiv€d ue',d or entity named, I lna uthoo ized dissennir€�P,ir r€, d�i��9.r€ia€.€iAm, or ,,opyi€ g is Si;1(fly pre i;ibi� �€:1, . i yL r E rec: jed fllis emziil in r;: mn , oa <€ tot <wi €n%r;art ed r,,.c_pier- ., pk,,a.se notify tne sc rider ir ned aioly. I hank you for your � :�_>.,.�.:.aa .. > and ox,) ercition, From: Marianne Hunter [rrailto:2hunter(cox.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 8:34 PM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM rpvca.gov> Subject: Peafowl Hello Ara, I really appreciate the notices of city business with email link provided. Comment for RPV CC Regarding peafowl population. At our location on Cinnamon the downturn in numbers is significant and easily observable. The flock of hens that have crossed our property for years is down to one hen. There has always been a male claiming our pine tree as his nightly roost. None this year, for the first time in 16 years. Last spring and summer, everyone in our neighborhood noticed there were almost no chicks. I'm not exaggerating. Usually they're all over. Last year I saw no more than 3! Coyotes are definitely a large factor. Please don't take anymore from our vicinity of Narcissa & Cinnamon. Thank you, Marianne Hunter Cinnamon Lane 0 From: ksne110001@aol.com Sent: Friday, May 13, 2016 2:17 PM To: CC; aram@rpvca.com Cc: Doug Willmore; gyap@rpvca.gpv; KSne110001@aol.com Subject: City Council May 17, 2016 Agenda #3 Peafowl Trapping Program Honorable Mayor and City Council, To ensure that the "...humane trapping and relocation of peafowl..." takes place, I am requesting that those peafowl trapped in Portuguese Bend having an injury or missing a foot be relocated to my four acre parcel at the top of Portuguese Bend area. In addition, juvenile peafowl with their parents should not be relocated. What protection do the chicks have to ensure they are not separated from their mothers during the trapping and relocation? My acreage has suffered a 25% loss of peafowls from 2015 to today. In 1973 when I moved in, my property had over 48 peafowl. This morning I counted 6. Peafowl have always kept the rattlesnakes and bug populations in control. The peafowl population has also been hit hard by the drought. You wish to "maintain the 2000 peafowl population, but you are now using other counting methods where the numbers will show an increase even though there may be a true reduction in the population. Please STOP trapping in Portuguese Bend and concentrate on those highly concentrated residential areas and where there were no peacocks ten years ago. Thank you for your consideration. Kathy Snell 8 Vanderlip Driveway Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca 90275 9 Subject: FW: Peafowl Trapping Program From: Joe Hyman [mailto:jhyman cox.net] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 2:21 PM To: Susan Brooks <SusatiB @ ca.gov>; Brian Campbell <ariar} r vc _._ v>; Jerry Duhovic <J LryRL c ov>; Ken Dyda <KeneDyda @rpvcry>; Anthony Misetich <,�nt���t_yMrpuca.�ov> Cc: Ara Mihranian <Araivca.gv> Subject: Peafowl Trapping Program To the members of the City Council: First, thank you for the peafowl trapping program in 2015. In my local area, Ella Road, there is still a very definite need to reduce the peafowl population. The biggest problem caused by the peafowl is their waste dropping. It is similar to having several dozen dogs wandering freely with no one to clean up after them. When neighbors feed the peafowl, of course, this causes the concentration of peafowl in one area. We know this is a difficult problem, but if there is a way to discourage or stop people from feeding the peafowl, this would help greatly in reducing the peafowl problem. Thank you, Joe and Nancy Hyman 28212 Ella Rd It Subject: FW: Peafowl From: Joanne Campman [mailto:ioanne dave@cox.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 2:33 PM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: RE: Peafowl Hi Ara I just looked at the peafowl report and found the number of birds in the Vista Grande area amazing, especially compared to the other areas. It's a shame that there can't be more than one trap per area. It seems that we (Vista Grande) could certainly use more than one. I didn't read the whole report, but is there a possibility that the traps could be increased in our area? I had also not really either remembered, or it didn't sink in that there could only be one trap per area. I realize now that the neighbor on Rrookford who I was recently talking with probably didn't know that either. She said she was expecting a trap in her yard towards the end of last year and it never happened. When we moved here in 1968, there were no peafowl here. We would drive below us into PVE to see them. How things have changed. Thanks Joanne Campman From: Ara Mihranian [mailto:AraM(5)rpvca.gov] Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 5:17 PM To: Joanne Campman Subject: RE: Peafowl Joanne, Please do not hesitate to give your neighbors my contact information. Also suggest that they subscribe to the City's list -serve. As things advance through the process, I will send electronic notices. 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From: Joanne Campman [mailto:ioanne dave@cox.net] Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 1:38 PM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM@_ rpvca.gov> Subject: RE: Peafowl Hi Ara I was just speaking with someone who lives on Rrookford this morning as I was coming home from my walk with Rosie, my dog. I thought she wasn't interested in having a trap in her yard, but it sounds like she is. She said she called you last year, but didn't hear anything. I tried to explain to her that this year isn't a carryover from last year, but being handled separately due to budget and plans. Do you keep the volunteer names from last year? She may call me to get your phone number. I don't want to push, but I also don't want to have an opportunity for a trap location to be missed. Thanks Joanne From: Ara Mihranian [mailto:AraM@rpvca.gov] Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 12:55 PM To: Joanne Campman Subject: RE: Peafowl Joanne, Staff will be recommending to resume trapping for 2016 especially in your neighborhood. The Staff Report will be available later this week. I will send a message out with a link to the report. Stay Tuned, Ara Ara Michael Mihranian Community Development Director I a F kApi ^ i 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 310-544-5228 (telephone) 310-544-5293 (fax) aram(@-rpvca.gov www.rpvca.gov Do you really need to print this e-mail? his u -mail c:un°.ains inrwma :ori belonging to the Cityof Rancho P0,1o5 verdes, F,rhich may be privileged, confidential cind/or prcaLected rfam disdosurc;!the ;rifornizat;ion is Mtt.¢ df,,d only for Use. or the Wdi"idWal or entity warned, (ifIrIuthorizerj distr;bstion, o.copying is ,;bialy prohibited ff You received this <nnrarl in eror, or rrrr,:g not an inir;rEcled r^r.;fr3r'-r`, f?ic:nse notify ;he srra€scr rnarnt:diatriy.'('h<snli you f�or ,lour,:r;ss,star:e,et and c..)faperabran. From: Joanne Campman [mailto:joanne dave@cox.net] Sent: Friday, May 06, 2016 1:21 PM To: Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: Peafowl Hi Ara I just want to thank you for sending updates about the peafowl trapping. It has been interesting to see how many mature males there are on Brookford and Maycroft. They are going at each other, I'm guessing to establish territory. Thanks again. Joanne Campman To: Ara Mihranian Subject: RE: short term rentals From: Andrea Joannou [mailto:andrearpv@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, May 13, 2016 1:44 AM To: Julie Peterson <JulieP@rpvca.gov>; Ara Mihranian <AraM@rpvca.gov> Subject: short term rentals Greetings from the U.K. It's me Andrea. I am currently in London and I received an email message about the City's upcoming meeting on May 17 to amend the code so that our short term rentals will no longer be allowed. PLEASE DO NOT AMEND THE CODE, I OBJECT. Why doesn't the city consider regulating this service? Instead of recommending not to have it at all? People from all over the world appreciate our City and love to visit it. Just some general info: For the bigger families who can not afford to stay at the fancy Terranea Resort book with people like us. I have been providing this service with no problems at all to all kinds of persons around the world. Look at my great reviews. There are only a couple of hundred people offering this service in the City and not too many complaints verses how many people live in our City. It's a wonderful service. We should be able to keep providing this service. If, there was a small Hotel in the City in which we were taking revenue away from or numerous Hotels in the City like all of the other beach Cities have, Redondo, Manhattan, etc I could understand the City's position and frustration, but there is not, our City does not have hardly any hotels nearby the resort or the glass church. Prices are almost 610.00 dollars per night for 2 persons, it's crazy, the average Joe can not afford this.This is why they seek out our services. We offer a good service. Terranea is getting busier and sometimes the people find me because they are so booked up. The resort is bringing in many more people now and they can not accommodate everyone. Please try to see it this way. I know some neighbors get upset so just regulate this service. Let us do short term rental for so many days in the year or something like that. I think this is what Los Angeles County does. Once again I object if it makes any difference at all. Thanks for reading guys. Please put my letter in the object pile. Andrea Joannou Tel: (310) 941-0777 Fax: 206-203-2635 1 andrearpv@gmail.com J "'People on `t care what you know, until they know that you care" a, From: tony baker <tbake377@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 13, 2016 11:52 AM To: CC Subject: Short term rentals Dear Mayor Dyda and City Council members: As an RPV resident, I say NO to short term rentals in our residential neighborhoods. Please send on to the Planning Commission for consideration. We live next door to a short term rental that is advertised on VRBO which is similar to AIRBNB. People come and go at all hours on our steep and narrow shared driveway. Parties are frequent. People on vacation can be noisy and I don't blame them, they are on vacation. My family and I are not on vacation, we are just leading our quiet everyday lives. Thanks for your consideration. Sincerely Tony Baker Portuguese Bend Subject: FW: Article on short term rentals in neighboring cities -----Original Message ----- From: Michelle Smith [mailto:smsmith831@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 12:33 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov> Subject: Article on short term rentals in neighboring cities Hi Octavia, I am an RPV resident living next door to a short term rental (listed on Air bnb as a party house and rented for $500 a night with no multiple night requirement). I live on Sunnyside Ridge Road. Given what I've experienced with noise late night and traffic... along with the security concerns I have as a single parent, I would like to see RPV take similar measures to eliminate the party house rentals from our neighborhoods. please see attached article. We all should be able to enjoy our homes without the weekend noise disruptions that occur every weekend with this type of set up. I'm fine with a party that a homeowner would throw from time to time... But I'm not okay with strangers throwing loud parties every weekend. It's just not fair to those that have to deal with the party goers and not see any benefit from having to tolerate the disruptions and inconveniences. As the summer months approach, I am growing concerned over what might be in store for our street as the Meyer family continues to offer their home for overnight parties. I can't imagine that we won't be able to get residents support to eliminate these party house rentals. The only people in favor would be those that are profiting at their neighbors expense. Thanks, Michelle Smith Subject: FW: initiate a code amendment to ban short-term rentals in the City's residential neighborhoods From: Lynn Tang [mailto:ibvrtan ahoo.com] Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2016 3:13 PM To: Octavio Silva <QctavioS r vca. ov> Subject: initiate a code amendment to ban short-term rentals in the City's residential neighborhoods Dear Octavio Silva: I am copy those commands that I made at the Nexdoor, and please send it to the city consul RPV is a city, should have a same rule and regulation. Why Terranea single family house can short term rent and not everyone else in the RPV? This will create more lawsuits to the city, and we all have to share the lawyer's fees. Quote" It should be noted that the prohibition of short-term rentals does not include the operation of "bed -and -breakfasts" which are a conditionally permitted use in the City's single-family residential zoning districts and which provide more occupant oversight, since "bed -and -breakfast" uses are generally owner -occupied and operate under established conditions of approval. In addition, the prohibition of short-term rentals would not apply to vacation home exchange programs, as such programs typically do not involve the exchange of money between program participants and do not result in code enforcement complaints. Thus, the "short-term rental" definition that the Planning Commission will be asked to consider will exclude home exchange programs. Additionally, the use of short-term rentals is currently permitted at the Terranea Resort (Commercial -Recreational Zoning District) for the bungalows, casitas, and villas units owned by private entities when not occupied by the owner. For these units that are rented out as a short-term rental, the resort controls the key access and collects the transient occupancy tax that is paid to the City. Staffs proposed prohibition on shortterm rentals in single family residential zoning districts would not apply to the Terranea Resort." why vacation home exchange programs allowed and the vocation rental is not allowed. This is also creating unfair condition. Rental is rental, if the tenants follow the law and regulation, why treat them unfairly because they are short or long renters, and so does the property owner. I rented the local house twice, because our house need repair. Our kids need to go to school daily and we cannot bring our dog with us in a hotel. The only Hotels that the insurance company can pay is in Torrance and it is hard for our whole family for the first two weeks, then we found a vocation house rental that is in PV, and it help us to get our life normal I love Terranea Resort, but wish to have few more choices for short term rentals in PV when our family need. At least, when our children or grandchildren come to visit us for a week or two, they can have a affordable place to stay that is close to us. I have discussed this with many people who have been over 20 years resident here. Here is some points that our city need to think about 1. By US Constitution, we as the owner of private property, have the right to rent in long or short. It is the owner's right, not anyone else 2. If city going to manage our private property usage in XXX%, the city should take off or share the property TAX payment at the same percentage. 3. Look at our slow internet problem ( cellphone, TV,etc) in S0000 many years we all suffer, Please do not allow any other big corporation to control our property right again, and use our property as their background decoration for them to make money, not allow us to event has a chance. 4. PV is going to be a resort town, we like it or not, it is going to be. Because the young people are living in downtown now for job and FASTER internet. A little apartment in bad area of LA downtown is higher price than our single family house. NOT any more long term renters will come to PV. If city is controlling the property rental, our property value going to go DOWN. 5. Just checked the few web site lists, total have 30 house listed, and 10 of them are from Terranea. We have 321,418,820 people live in RPV, the 20 houses is not enough just for our own resident's temporary need, why we need to spend many thousand dollars of city money to hire the outside company to MONITOR this short term rental. 6. Had few phone call with some of lawyers, such short term control will create a great opportunity for them. Sincerely Ling tang 7351 Lunada Vista Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca 90275 4 From: Steven Barryte <sebarryte@cox.net> Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2016 2:11 AM To: CC Subject: Regarding code amendment regarding short-term rentals in the City Why restrict the 75 hosts that are not generating complaints because of the 5 hosts that are generating complaints? I suggest: (1) Require a permit for bed & breakfast rentals, partial house rentals & "owner absent" rentals (2) Collect occupancy tax (3) Prohibit parties & events in any rented -by -owner residence (4) Zero tolerance of any prohibition violation -- revoke permit & impose fine (5) Enforcement of party violation based on neighbor complaints #1 & #2 provides income to the city. #3 & #4 eliminates noise & parking issues. #5 reduces city enforcement costs. -Steven Barryte Y. From: Octavio Silva Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 8:33 AM To: Carla Morreale; Teresa Takaoka Cc: Ara Mihranian Subject: FW: 3664/3656 Hightide Please see email below and please add as late correspondence regarding the Short -Term Rental item for the City Council meeting on May 17, 2016. Thank you, Octavio Silva From: Faith B. Stapleton [mailto:fbstapleton@cox.net] Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 1:45 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov> Subject: 3664/3656 Hightide Hello Mr. Silva, It was distressing for me to recently discover RPV allows short term rentals. I am Faith Stapleton, the immediate neighbor to the East of an AirBnB listed property. I met Mr. Wu, property owner, last weekend, an agreeable and charming person. However, the AirBnB controlled rental of his property last night, Friday 05/13, has me very disturbed and angry. It is astonishing that such business is allowed in this serene neighborhood. The racous noise woke us, finally at about 3:30AM we notified the sheriff who said nothing could be done. The noise up to this point has been tolerable but with the warmer evenings, partying will be an intrusive issue. These short term rentals, less than 30 days, must be totally stopped. Additionally if not registered for the RPV hotel tax, the penalty needs to be severe and enforced. Why not issue citations for disturbance after 11:00PM with a hefty penalty. I was unable to find the definition and stipulations for a private home short term rental in RPV relative to conpatibility with zoning. Please send me that RPV code reference. This intolerable situation should have been specifically noted and included in the original writing of RPV Code. It is disappointing to find that the omission exists. There must be a Code revision without delay NO SHORT RENTALS OF PRIVATE I IOM1?S (under 30days with no sub let.) Thank you for your attention to this painful situation. Faith Stapleton 3656 Hightide Drive Rancho Palos Verdes, A 90275 fbstapleton cr,cox.net 4 From: Octavio Silva Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 8:31 AM To: Teresa Takaoka; Carla Morreale Cc: Ara Mihranian Subject: FW: 5/17/2016 City Council Meeting Agenda #4 Hello Carla, Please see email below and please add as late correspondence regarding the Short -Term Rental item for the City Council meeting on May 17, 2016. Thank you, VN . i From: wes wang [mailto:wes_wang@hotmail.com] Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2016 9:39 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov>; Susan Brooks <SusanB@rpvca.gov>; Jerry Duhovic <JerryD@rpvca.gov>; Anthony Misetich <AnthonyM@rpvca.gov> Subject: 5/17/2016 City Council Meeting Agenda #4 Dear Council, am writing to against proposal #4 in 5/17/2016 City Council Meeting. The proposal is obvious stand on Terranea's side to against all the other residents in the city. I have been a RPV resident for over 25 years. When I am not using my house, I do put my house for rent. Sometimes, it can be rented out for a long term. Sometimes, It may be rented out short terms. I have never have had problem with short-term renting. There is no ground for the city to make a new rule to against us, the residents in the city. All residents with single family houses in RPV should be equal. The owners / residents of the houses in Terranea area should share the same responsibility / accept the same rule as other residents. Some of these houses are owned by Terranea and some are owned by individuals. RPV city hall should not favor the owners of those houses against the residents of all others. In the real estate market, there is a new trend to let the house buyers to rent the on -the -market -house for a few days to let the potential buyers to have a feeling of the house and the neighborhood. If proposal #4 becomes a rule, it will impact the seller and potential buyers. The city should be for the residents in the city, not against them. Please withdraw proposal #4. Thanks, Wes Wang wes want@hotmail.com resident at 27113 Indian Peak Road, R.P.V 4. From: Octavio Silva Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 8:26 AM To: Teresa Takaoka; Carla Morreale Cc: Ara Mihranian Subject: FW: Short-term rentals in R-1 zoned residential city of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Please see email below and please add as late correspondence regarding the Short -Term Rental item for the City Council meeting on May 17, 2016. Octavio Silva From: Jeannette Peterson [mailto:janrpv@gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2016 3:55 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov> Subject: Short-term rentals in R-1 zoned residential city of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Octavio Silva, Associate Planner City of Rancho Palos Verdes I am sending this E-mail to you regarding the short-term rentals in our residential areas. There is a residence on Hightide Drive, recently purchased and remodeled, including the installation of an infinity pool. This home is just one residence below my home and the music and voices generated by the short- term renters is becoming annoying. This home is being rented via AIREBNB 14, Subject: FW: Short-term Rentals - Rancho Palos Verdes From: Jeannette Peterson [mailto:ianrpv@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 3:25 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavioS@rpvca.gov> Subject: Short-term Rentals - Rancho Palos Verdes Octavio Silva, Associate Planner City of Rancho Palos Verdes Dear Mr. Silva: I am writing this letter to inform the city that there was, again, a noise complaint on Friday, May 13 at 3664 Hightide Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. Sheriff was called at about 3 AM. Sheriff stated that this is a neighbor - to -neighbor complaint and neighbors usually talk directly to the neighbor and ask that the noise be stopped. These rentals are not neighbors and I have no intention of walking to this rental at 3 AM to ask them to stop the noise. I think this could be very dangerous. We, neighbors in this area, all bought our homes in an R-1 Zoned, Residential area. I have lived in my home for 46 years and now, I have an Airbnb two doors below me. This home will sleep 7-8 per the advertisement on Airbnb and is rented for a minimum of two nights at a price of $795/night. When an individual pays that much money to rent a home, you can believe they are going to enjoy it and not give any concern to neighbors not able to sleep at night because of the loud conversations, loud music, swimming, singing and partying. My concerns are: Disruption of our quiet, family neighborhood by strangers. Excessive traffic coming into our neighborhood. Being awakened at all hours of the night and having to call the sheriff. Value of our real estate decreased. The owner(s) of the property at 3664 is operating a hotel in an R-1 residential area at the rate of $795/night. A minimum two -night stay with cleaning and service charges allows the owner to collect $1,972 less any charges to Airebnb. Checking the calendar on the website shows that Airebnb will collect approximately $39,440 for the month of June for reservations already booked. Comments on the website say: "Extra People, No Charge!" I have been advised by a realtor that should I decide to sell my home, I must disclose that this Airbnb is two houses away and that the sheriff has been called more than once to squelch the noise created by the short-term rental tenants. Certainly, this will reduce the resale value of my home and other homes in the area. I don't know of anyone who would want to purchase a million+ dollar home knowing there is a private residence two doors away currently being managed and rented out via Airebnb. I understand this issue will be discussed at the May 17 meeting. I hope the staff s recommended option to prohibit short-term rentals will be deemed acceptable and a Code Amendment regarding short-term rentals will be initiated. We are losing our peaceful neighbor. Thank you for your consideration. Jeannette Peterson 3650 Hightide Drive Rancho Palos Verdes, CA j ampvkgmail.com ri From: alicia <ajgold99@cox.net> Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 10:48 AM To: Anthony Misetich; CC Subject: Tuesday's meeting Dear Councilman Misetich, Please consider banning short-term rentals such as AirB&B in the City of RPV. I live on Seaglen Drive and have noticed that there's currently an AirB&B rental on Hightide that has caused noise, litter, and disruption to the neighborhood. PVE and RHE as well as other Southbay cities have already instituted a ban on short-term rentals. There's a quality of life issue at stake if RPV fails to do the same. Thank you for your consideration. Alicia Sichan ;2 Subject: FW: COMPLAINT: Zoning for Short Term Rentals Air BnB in RPV From: he mccarthy [!ILqiLltglrLi!��qrtliyj2c@grD, il&�rq Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 12:40 PM To: Octavio Silva <OctavLioS@rpvca.gov> Subject: COMPLAINT: Zoning for Short Term Rentals Air BnB in RPV Mr. Silva, I urge you to follow Manhattan Beach's lead and adopt a [)all on short-terna rentals of 29 days or less ill residential -areas as well. as strengthen noise control. regulation. to include all. audible noise past 12 pin weekends,, 1.0 pin weekdays, not just street noise, This past Friday, multiple $800 -a -night guests (and. their sound systema) at the Air BiL13 at 3664 Hightide Dr. were partying outside froyn 2:10AM. - 4:30 A.M. at a sound level. that. inade it impossible to sleep,J'he police can 1 0 take action after.10 1-.)ni when noise is audiblefro:n-i the street, Flowever, they urged LIS to,'ipeak to the city regarding zoning beCaLJS(_' sound carries primarily [111-OL1011 the adjoining backyards in this area at the en(f of Hightide and Vigilance that eft-eclively form a small amphitheater. It is cornmon. practice for neighbors to distribute heads -up flyers when. they are going to have *occasional.* parties with contact information and. estimated. end tinies,, usually by midnigl-rt,, but the new owner ol.'3664 Hightide does not live here and never has. He bought the property as a business. I le is not accountable to the neiahborhood in. the same way that someone who genuinely lives here would. be, nor are his guests who leave the next morning only to be replaced. by the wildcard that is the next bunch. He is profiting off nay and other's sleep deprivation while he lives across lown, away from such practices. Fliere is kin overall net negative due to long-term decrease of property values.11or example-, if we sell we must no-",, inforin the buyer that there is an Air 130 next door, yet the new owner gave the irnpression that he was buvinc, the house as a. retreat for hirnself or his daughter when lie aggressively pushed the sale forward by upping his bid to 1.5 M cash. This was ainistake From the beginning and needs to be corrected via the methods listed above. Please protect our neighborhood. We live here. Regards, H.C. McCarthy I From: Fred Koehler <fhkoehler@cox.net> Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 3:09 PM To: CC Subject: airebnb Council members, I am pleased that you are addressing this escalating problem. I have friends who live on Hightide in Mediterrania area and they are distressed to see their neighborhood turning into a noisy, rowdy, all night party place. This area is zoned residential, not commercial and I hope you will put a fast stop to this before it gets further out of hand. Priscilla/Fred Koehler 3352 Seaclaire Dr. RPV, CA 90275