CC SR 20200721 03 - City Council Goals
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 07/21/2020
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
AGENDA TITLE:
Consideration and possible action to receive a quarterly status report on Fiscal Year
2020-21 City Council goals.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Receive and file a quarterly status report on the FY 2020-21 City Council goals.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no direct fiscal impact associated with setting FY 202 0-21
City Council goals. However, the final list of City Council goals may
include items that will require future funding allocations in the FY
2020-21 budget and beyond.
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Karina Bañales, Deputy City Manager
Cory Linder, Director of Recreation, Parks and Open Space
Terry Rodrigue, Interim Director of Community Development
Elias Sassoon, PE, Director of Public Works
Trang Nguyen, Finance Director
REVIEWED BY: Same as above
APPROVED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. Updated FY 2020-21 City Council Goals (page A-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On March 17, 2020, the City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2020-21 City Council
Goals based on input provided at the February 12, 2020 workshop and March 4, 2020
meeting. That evening, the City Council agreed to change the annual goal-setting
process from a calendar year basis (January 1 to December 31) to a fiscal year basis
(July 1 to June 30). This will allow better alignment of the goal-setting process with the
City’s annual budget process. The City Council also agreed to receive quarterly updates
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rather than monthly as a “receive and file” item on the Regular Business portion of the
City Council agenda (rather than the Study Session).
On July 7, the City Council was scheduled to receive the first quarterly update, but the
matter was continued without discussion. Tonight, the City Council will receive its first
quarterly status report on the goals by each of the respective departments. The six
general categories of goals are as follows:
Public Safety: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
Infrastructure: Maintain and improve all public infrastructure (including
transportation systems, parking, utilities, storm drains, and sewers).
City Land and Facilities: Maintain and improve all City-owned properties.
Quality of Life: Maintain and improve the quality of life for RPV residents.
Citizen Involvement and Public Outreach: Engage residents and community
partners in assisting the City Council, City Committees/Commissions and City Staff
facilitate the decision-making process.
Government Efficiency and Transparency: Maximize the use of each tax dollar
and optimize services delivered to RPV residents.
The goal line items having the highest priority are highlighted in yellow in the attached
table (Attachment A), with the understanding that the remaining items will be listed and
considered at a later time, including during budget workshops. The goals highlighted in
yellow exceed the threshold and are considered equal in terms of priority based on
public benefit, available resources, including staff time and funds, and being realistic
and achievable.
The attached goals table has been updated since the July 7 meeting under the following
columns: revised date of completion, completion status, and/or comments/status
update. The updates to the goals table are shown in red. It should be noted that since
the council’s adoption of the goals at the March 17, 2020 meeting, challenges faced by
the organization, including staff vacancies and the Los Angeles County Health Officer
Orders, have caused some goals to progress at a slower pace than others. As a result,
revised completion dates are proposed for these goals. Notwithstanding, Staff continues
to work on the City Council goals, which are initiatives above and beyond the daily
operations at City Hall.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative action is available for
the City Council’s consideration:
1. Provide direction to Staff for further modifications and clarifications of the
FY 2020-21 City Council goals, and continue this matter to a future meeting
for approval.
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2020 Goals and Action Plan
Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
Law Enforcement
1
Implement remaining elements of the revised Public Safety Strategic Plan
including: installing the Western Avenue ALPR cameras (Phases I and II);
expanding the implementation of the flock camera program to area HOAs;
predictive policing software; obtaining a written commitments from the Sheriff
for a substation at the Civic Center; creating a multi-family Neighborhood Watch
program; final round of Ring incentive program; and reintroducing the Student
and the Law Program in Peninsula High Schools Admin Yes 12/31/2020 75%
Referred to 2019 Goals Nos. 2, 5, & 6.
Western Avenue ALPR installation of phase I is completed
and operational, and installation of phase II is underway.
Final Subsidy Match Program for Ring Security Devices was
completed in April 2020 with the issuance of 118 rebates.
Flock Safety Camera pilot program at the Oceanfront Estates
HOA was permitted and should be operational by end of
July. The City is exploring developing an Enterprise
Agreement with Flock Safety for potential cost-savings for
the Peninsula that will be considered by the Regional Law
Enforcement Committee at its August 2020 meeting.
2
Reduce residential burglaries from 2019 levels (i.e., fewer than 67).
Admin 12/31/2020 15%
Increase public awareness and enhanced law enforcement.
From January 2020 to March 2020, there were 10 Residential
Burglaries reported by the Lomita Sheriff’s Station. As a 1st
Quarter Comparison from the previous year (2019), there
were 24 Residential Burglaries in the same three month
period.
3
Establish a new Public Safety Committee/Commission related to Fire and Police
services
Admin
Not recommended or necessary; the Regional Law
Enforcement Committee already provides this function.
Emergency Preparedness
4
Prepare a Landslide Emergency Sanitation Plan in coordination with LA County
Sanitation District on how to respond to an emergency break in the above-
ground sanitation line located on Palos Verdes Drive South within the Landslide
Area.
PW Yes 6/30/2021 15%
The Sanitation District is working with a consultant to
prepare an Emergency Sanitation Plan. City Staff continues
to have preliminary discussions with the Sanitation District
on elements to be included in the plan.
5
Engage in a regional emergency preparedness plan and conduct an exercise with
all four Peninsula cities.
Admin Yes 12/31/2020 06/30/2021 10%
This goals requires public participation and due to the COVID-
19 physical distancing restrictions the EPC and Staff
recommend deferring the in-person exercise until 2021.
However, Staff is developing a regional exercise or table-top
exercises that can be conducted virtually.
6
Implement at least 2 of the EPC-recommended action items to mitigate wildfire
risk in RPV, including: Enhanced Emergency Communication; Emergency
Evacuation Plan/Peninsula-wide & school district emergency preparedness plan;
Wildfire Hardening; Public Safety Power Shutoff response; and CalFire Risk
Assessment and Insurance Rates
Admin 6/30/2021 10%
The Emergency Preparedness Committee presented a
Wildfire Mitigation presentation to the City Council on May
5, 2020 and reviewed the Woolsey Fire After Action Report
and identified actionable items relevant to emergency
response planning in Rancho Palos Verdes at its monthly
meeting held on May 21, 2020. A status report is scheduled
to be received by the Council on August 4.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
1A-1
2020 Goals and Action Plan
Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
7
Establish a pilot neighborhood emergency preparedness "block captain"
program to serve as a conduit between the EOC and neighborhood residents
(particularly residents who are most vulnerable during emergencies due to age,
mobility challenges and cognitive limitations).Admin 12/31/2020 10%
Staff met with the coordinator of Palos Verdes Estates
community based disaster preparedness program known as
Disaster District Program. Staff has started planning for the
implementation of a similar program for the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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2020 Goals and Action Plan
Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
Portuguese Bend Landslide
8
Complete the EIR for the Portuguese Bend Landslide Remediation Project for
certification by the City Council
PW Yes 12/31/2020 10%
On May 19, 2020, the City Council approved a professional
service agreement with the Chambers Group to prepare the
environmental document. A kick-off meeting occurred
shortly afterwards. The Initial Study is currently being
prepared.
9
Develop a feasibility analysis with Rolling Hills for installation of an underground
sanitary sewer system to replace the existing septic tanks to reduce ground
water seepage within Portuguese Bend landslide.PW Yes 7/1/2020 65%
Referred to Goal #9 in 2019. Comments from Rolling Hills on
the draft feasibility study was received on June 18 and
provided to the consultant. The final feasibility study is
currently underway.
10
Prepare funding opportunities for Phases 1 & 2 of the Portuguese Bend Landslide
Feasibility Plan for City Council consideration.
FIN No 12/31/2020 6/30/2021 5%
Referred to Goal #39 in 2019. Staff is pursuing various
potential funding opportunities for this project. The South
Santa Monica Bay (SSMB) Watershed Area Steering
Committee (WASC) met on May 19, 2020. WASC reviews all
projects for Measure W funding. A Measure W application is
being prepared for the Portuguese Bend Landslide
Remediation Project. The due date for submitting
applications for this year is mid-October 2020. Staff is
working with Blais and Associates to identify potential grants
for this project, and City Staff is discussing potential funding
opportunities with state and federal legislators.
11
Develop a mitigation plan to address land movement at Altamira Canyon based
on the following phases:
Phase One - Perform the drainage/erosion analysis for the entire canyon and its
tributaries and establish a priority list based on current erosion.
Phase Two - Prepare detailed engineering plans to resolve the erosion and
making sure there is positive drainage along the canyon.
Phase Three - Award construction contract for the proposed improvements.
PW Yes
12/31/2020
(Phase One)
6/30/2021
(Phase 2)
5%
Staff is working with Harris and Associates, who prepared
the original feasibility study in 2016, to obtain a proposal for
phase one which includes expanding the project area to
include the portions of the Canyon to the north and to the
south.
Utilities
INFRASTRUCTURE
Goal: Maintain and improve all public infrastructure (including transportation systems, parking, utilities, storm drains, and sewers).
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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2020 Goals and Action Plan
Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
12
Prepare a new financial plan for the Abalone Cove annual sewer rates that
reduces City maintenance subsidy by at least 50% for City Council consideration.
FIN No 10/31/2020 12/31/2020 75%
Referred to Goal #8 in 2019.
Staff has estimated long-range costs for maintenance,
operations, and capital costs of the system. The 18-year
historical costs have provided a good baseline for future
costs. Additionally, staff has identified capital improvements
that will be likely be needed in the next 5-10 years, due to
the wear and tear on the pipes, grinder pumps, and lift
stations. Staff will continue to work with the Abalone Cove
residents to address the future Sewer Rates in order to
reduce the City subsidy. Staff is working with the City
Attorney office and residents utilizing the sewer to address
the sewer rate options. Staff will be meeting with the
Portuguese Bend Community Association Board and conduct
virtual neighborhood meetings before bringing this item to
the City Council which is tentatively scheduled to be
considered on Oct. 6, 2020.
13
Design for the replacement and rehabilitation of storm sewer at PVDS at
Peppertree Dr., and Hawthorne Blvd. at Hawkhurst Dr. pursuant to the City's
Storm Drain Deficiency Improvements Program (SDDIP):PW Yes 9/30/2020 75%
Referred to Goal #15 in 2019. The Peppertree plans have
been designed and will be going out to bid in fall. The
Hawkhurst plans are under design and will be completed by
September.
14
Create a detailed inventory and maintenance schedule of the City's public
infrastructure and assets.PW Yes 12/31/2020 65%
Referred to Goal #11 in 2019. The inventory is being finalized
and will be mapped on the City's GIS; a maintenance
schedule is at the early stages of being developed based on
existing contracts with vendors.
15
Establish a Citywide Neighborhood Streetlight Installation Program and/or
ordinance for consideration by the City Council for neighborhoods who wish to
install new street lights.
PW 12/31/2020 10%
Referred to Goal #19 in 2019. On February 18, 2020, the City
Council directed Staff to proceed with an agreement with
Harris and Associates to develop a Citywide street lighting
policy. The draft policy is underway.
16
Develop a Citywide 5G Small Wireless Facilities (SWF) Master Plan that identifies
the preferred and least intrusive locations to install small wireless facilities
including co-locations. PW Yes 12/31/2020
(Phase One)10%
Phase One: hire a consultant and map preferred locations
Staff issued an RFP in June and received two proposals from
“Magellan Advisors” and “CTC Technology & Energy”. These
proposals are being evaluated prior to bringing a
professional services agreement to the City Council for
consideration.
17
In coordination with SCE, develop a Utility Resilient Advancement Master Plan to
harden above-ground utility lines including a tentative timeline to potentially
underground utilities. PW 12/31/2020
(Phase One)5%
Public Works is in the process of setting a meeting in July
with SCE to begin discussions on the Master Plan to
safeguard the system through active maintenance and
identifying needed improvements to the system.
18
Identify alternative energy resources with the capability to store energy or sell it
back to the grid system, which could power the City. The first phase is to identify
potential alternative energy and the cost associated with this plan.PW 6/30/2021
(Phase One)5%
At this time, City Staff is exploring how solar energy can be
used to power City facilities and banked as a potential
alternative energy source.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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2020 Goals and Action Plan
Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
19
Develop a public sewer program to encourage on-site sanitary sewer systems to
connect to the public sanitary sewer system based on the following phases:
Phase 1: Map areas in the City that are served by a sanitary sewer system or on-
site sanitary sewer system.
Phase 2: Feasibility study of the areas which are not currently being served and
prioritize the need for installation of the sewer system and identify costs to
connect to the sewer system.
Phase 3: Design the sewer system.
Phase 4: Installation of the system.
PW Yes 12/31/2020
(Phase One)15%
Based on information available at City Hall and from LA
County Environmental Health, Staff is working with the City's
GIS Staff to map areas of the City served by onsite waste
water sewer systems (Phase 1).
Roadways
20
Develop a Citywide Speed Mitigation Plan for reducing vehicular speed within
City streets (traffic calming)PW Yes 2/28/2021 5%
The Traffic Safety Committee identified a goal in its FY 2020-
21 Work Plan to explore options and opportunities to reduce
vehicular traffic throughout the City.
21
Develop a Construction Coordination Plan working with neighboring Peninsula
cities, as well as Lomita, Los Angeles, and Torrance to identify measures to avoid
concentrating street construction projects in areas that will impact traffic flows.
Present plan to City Council.
PW 6/30/2020 12/31/2020 5%
On July 8, the Public Works Director met with a
representative from Caltrans as part of their newly created
Ambassador program to assist the City in improving
communication on roadway projects. This will frame the Plan
being developed with neighboring cities.
22
Develop an Arterial Fences and Walls Master Plan for the City Council's
consideration that retains neighborhood identity and describes the type
(material and height) of fence or wall, if any, to be placed along major arterial
streets in the City.
CDD Yes
09/30/2020
(draft plan)
3/31/2021
(final plan)
10%
Referred to Goal #7 in 2019; At this time, funding for this
goal has been deferred to FY21-22 as part of CIP Plan.
However, Staff will continue to seek a design consultant to
assist with preparing a draft plan.
23
Award the construction contract to remove the existing green asphalt and install
landscaping along Hawthorne Blvd. between Crest Road and the Civic Center
driveway.PW Yes 12/31/2020 65%
Referred to Goal #16 in 2019. On March 17, 2020, the City
Council awarded a construction contract to Marina
Landscape. Construction commenced on June 22, 2020 and
is well underway.
24
Create a City Entry Master Sign Plan at various points of entry to the City utilizing
the following phases:
Phase 1: Issue an RFP for the design.
Phase 2: Design.
Phase 3: Construction.
PW Yes
12/31/2020
(Phase One)
6/30/2021
(Phase Two)
5%
Staff is working on issuing an RFP to design firms in fall.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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2020 Goals and Action Plan
Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
Ladera Linda Community Park
25
Complete the CUP/CEQA planning entitlement processes.
CDD Yes 8/1/2020 12/31/2020 10%
Progress limited due to staff changes in the Community
Development Department; Staff continues to reviewing
initial project plans and environmental documentation to
determine whether the City's application is complete for
processing.
26
Present financing options for the construction and delivery of the Ladera Linda
Community Park.
FIN Yes 9/30/2020 6/30/2021 10%
In March, City Staff held meetings with Kosmont and
Associates, that was temporarily paused due to changes in
the leadership team and to reassess the financial impacts of
the economic downturn. Discussions are resuming in July.
27
Complete construction-ready documents for City Council consideration.
PW Yes 12/15/2020 3/31/2021 0%
construction drawings have been suspended while the City
processes the CUP/CEQA documents.
28
Complete bid process for construction firm and present contract to the City
Council consideration.PW Yes 2/15/2021 5/31/2021 0%
Work will not commence on the bid process until planning
entitlements are issued and construction plans completed
based on Goal Nos. 25 and 27.
29
Break ground on construction based on Council-approved plans.
PW Yes 3/31/2021 6/30/2021
0%Referred to Goal #22 in 2019. construction will not
commence until Goal Nos. 25, 26, 27, and 28 have been met.
Civic Center Master Plan
30
Initiate discussions with DOJ and FEMA for a land-use swapping agreement as a
part of the Civic Center Master Plan process.Admin 12/31/2020 5%
Communication with respective agencies established.
Additional dialogue to continue in FY 20-21.
31
Present Civic Center development financing options to the City Council for
consideration.
FIN Yes 6/30/2021 10%
Referred to Goal #20a in 2019. In March, City Staff initiated
discussions with Kosmont and Associates, but paused further
discussions due to changes in the leadership team and to
reassess the financial impacts of the economic downturn.
Discussions will resume in July.
32
Present draft Civic Center Master Plan for City Council consideration which will
include a new possible Peninsula-wide EOC
Admin 6/30/2021 3%
Referred to Goal #20a and #21 in 2019. Requires hiring a
design firm to prepare a master plan and a robust public
engagement process. Civic Center Advisory Committee has
prepared draft Design & Architectural Services RFP. The City
Council Subcommittee is reviewing the RFP before being
issued. Staff is preparing a draft public outreach plan based
on a virtual platform for the Committee's consideration in
August.
Trails Network Plan Update
CITY LAND AND FACILITIES
Goal: Maintain and Improve all City-owned properties.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
33
Complete the Consultant's review of the draft update to the Trails Network Plan
that provides user-friendly trail descriptions with graphics and detailed maps
illustrating trail routes and uses in a clear and concise manner based on existing
legal trails, community input, and feasible trails.R&P Yes 7/31/2020 10/31/2020 30%
Referred to Goal #26 in 2019.
Transferred to R&P in May and Staff regrouped with
consultant, Alta Planning and Design, to complete the draft
Trails Network Plan. A status update was provided to the
City Council at its June 16 meeting. The next status update
will be presented to the City Council in September 2020.
34
Conduct a public workshop to solicit community feedback on draft plan.
R&P 10/1/2020 10/31/2020 0%
Based on City Council direction on June 16, there will be one
additional public outreach meeting led by Staff to solicit
community feedback on draft plan. Over the next several
months, Staff, with the assistance of the Alta Planning and
Design consultant will prepare and disseminate information
to maximize public awareness and involvement.
35
Present the draft Trails Network Plan Update to the Planning Commission for its
input and recommendation.
R&P 11/15/2020 12/20/2020 0%
Staff and the consultant will update the draft TNP based on
public input, including feedback from the two community
workshops.
36
Present draft Trails Network Plan Update to the City Council for approval.
R&P 12/31/2020 2/28/2021 0%
Staff and the consultant wll update the draft TNP to include
Planning Commission input prior to presenting to City
Council.
Natural Communities Conservation Plan / Habitat Conservation Plan (NCCP/HCP)
37
Amend the Management Agreement with the PVPLC to reflect the City Council-
adopted NCCP/HCP.
R&P 8/31/2020 12/20/2020 5%
Over the next several months, Staff will coordinate with the
City Attorney's Office and the PVPLC to continue identifying
potential amendments for the City Council's consideration in
December 2020.
38
Create the NCCP/HCP-required Preserve Access Protocol to establish appropriate
vehicular access to the Preserve including provisions for access during weather
events (red flag days, tidal conditions, rain etc.)
R&P 8/31/2020 12/20/2020 10%
These protocols are required to be completed within a
designated period of time after the City receives the
NCCP/HCP permits from the state and federal wildlife
agencies. The City has received its federal permit, and is
awaiting the state's permit decision. Staff is currently
working with the Wildlife Agencies to proceed with these
documents
39
Record the NCCP/HCP-approved conservation easements over all Preserve
properties.
R&P 12/31/2020 12/20/2020 10%
Staff has met with a surveyor and is working with the City
Attorney to finalize the contract for City Council approval in
August, 2020. The conservations easements are required to
be recorded within a designated period of time after the City
receives the NCCP/HCP permits from the state and federal
wildlife agencies. The City has received its federal permit,
and is awaiting the state's permit decision
40
Update the Public Use Master Plan for the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve to
reflect the Council-adopted NCCP/HCP.R&P 6/30/2021 5%
Staff is making advance preparations for updating the Public
Use Master Plan, including referencing appropriate sections
of the NCCP/HCP and updating trail maps.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
41
Prepare a Preserve Master Parking Plan identifying parking opportunities to
accommodate visitors to the Preserve that minimizes impacts on neighborhoods
and resources.
R&P 11/15/2020 25%
On March 17, 2020, the City Council received a report on
parking improvements at Del Cerro trailhead. Staff continues
to research options and explore alternatives to minimize
impacts on neighborhood parking and residents' quality of
life both short-term and long-term. A report will be provided
to the City Council on August 18, 2020.
Park Improvements
42
Present to the City Council concepts for the remaining 12 acres of Lower Hesse
Park as the Phase II improvements
R&P 4/30/2020 0%
Pending inclusion in FY 20-21 CIP Not
included in FY 20-21 CIP. To be deferred to a fiscal year to
be determined. Staff continues to communicate regularly
with Lower Hesse Park residents to discuss their concerns
and to identify ways to enhance maintenance and
aesthetics.
43
Explore establishing a partnership, joint use, and/or lease agreement with the
U.S. Coast Guard for the Point Vicente Lighthouse property, buildings, and
bunker (located at the Civic Center).R&P 12/1/2020 10%
Staff has reached out to the Coast Guard to initiate dialogue
about the future use of these properties. Staff will continue
to foster and advance discussions.
44
Present to the City Council alternative turf options (approximately 123,000
square feet) for active recreation use at Upper Hesse Park.
R&P 8/1/2020 10%
Referred to Goal #23 in 2019.
Council direction needed to approve recommended
alternative. Project was originally going to be natural turf
but Staff is currently analyzing the financial, aesthetic and
functional pros and cons of different alternatives for this
site. Originally included in the FY 20-21 CIP, this project was
deferred by the City Council to a fiscal year to be determined
Staff will contiue to investigate alternatives for future
consideration.
45
ABALONE COVE PARK IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II: Develop and present a design
to Council for improvements to the reminder of Abalone Cove Park, including
additional landscaping, irrigation, park amenities, and trail improvements R&P 10/1/2020 0%
Project was not selected for FY 20-21 CIP. It has been put on
hold and will be re-evaluated next year.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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Number PROJECT / OBJECTIVE/OUTCOME/TASK RESPONSIBLE
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BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
Western Avenue Redevelopment
46
Identify economic development opportunities to enhance retail establishments.
Admin Yes 6/30/2021 10%
The City prepared a potential redevelopment site analysis
and has met with four potential developers to explore mixed
use projects. In May, the City was awarded a $160k from the
SB 2 grant fund to develop a mixed use plan for Western
47
Establish a "brand" for the Western Avenue commercial corridor
Admin Yes 6/30/2021 5%
City Staff is in the early stages of developing a brand
program for Western Avenue that will bring together the
traffic flow, beautification, and economic redevelopment
projects.
48
Create a Traffic Flow Improvement Plan in coordination with Lomita, Los
Angeles, and Caltrans to improve traffic flows and provide connectivity between
retail outlets and residents.
PW Yes 12/31/2020
(Phase One)25%
Referred to Goal #17 in 2019. Funding options including
grants and construction will be considered as different
phases. The City’s traffic engineering consultant, Willdan, is
currently working on a project initiation document for
Caltrans that will identify Traffic Flow improvements that will
lead to a traffic flow improvement plan. This effort is being
coordinated with neighboring cities.
49
Develop a streetscape beautification plan to enhance the aesthetic character of
Western Avenue.
PW Yes 12/31/2020 5%
Referred to Goal #33 in 2019. On March 17, 2020, Staff
made a presentation to the City Council regarding the
enhancement of the aesthetics of Western Avenue. The City
Council directed Staff to include this project in the CIP
(FY2020-21) for design purposes. The CIP for FY 2020-21
inlcudes $150,000 for the design of the Western Avenue
Beautification Project. At this time, a RFP is being prepared
to be issued in July 2020.
Housing
50
Prepare appropriate code amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units for the
Planning Commission's review and the City Council's for consideration CDD 5/31/2020 09/30/2020 30%
The Planning Commission is scheduled to review draft
language at its July 14 meeting.
51
Conduct a housing "brainstorming" public workshop to identify creative
solutions.CDD 6/30/2020 06/30/2021 5%
Staff is developing a plan to host a virtual workshop/forum
on housing.
52
Develop a Council approved program for identifying housing opportunities
pursuant to RHNA, including affordable housing, such as creating a Mixed-Use
Zoning District, accessory dwelling units, school district housing, and senior
housing.
CDD 12/31/2020 06/30/2021 5%
City awarded $160k SB 2 Grant for preparation of mixed-use
housing overlay zone; Staff to prepare RFP for project
consultant selection
53
Create a promotional economic development campaign to improve RPV's
jobs/housing balance by supporting home-based businesses and encouraging
business with high-quality jobs to locate in RPV.
Admin 12/31/2020 5%
City Staff is in the early stages of developing a campaign for
Western Avenue that will coincide with the branding
campaign.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Goal: Maintain and improve the quality of life for RPV residents.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement. 54
Stay informed on new State Housing Laws, bring new laws and issues to Planning
Commission and City Council's attention and amend codes and ordinances in the
RPV way where appropriate to meet the new laws. File an appeal of the 6th
Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA)
CDD 0%
Not recommended as a goal for 2020 because this is part of
daily operations. Staff is preparing to file an appeal of the
6th cycle RHNA in fall.
Environmental Sustainability
55
Adopt new development standards related to Electronic Vehicle (EV) charging
stations.
CDD 9/30/2020 60%
Referred to Goal #32a in 2019.
Previously this goal included a second goal that was actually
a PW goal, Install charging stations in City-owned lots; Staff
is in the process of preparing new code language to present
to the City's Planning Commission.
56
Amend the Municipal Code to develop a robust Green Building Program.
CDD 12/31/2020 60%
Referred to Goal #32b in 2019; Staff continues to assess
existing Green Building Program to determine whether the
Municipal Code needs updating
57
Amend the ERAP to include appropriate adaptation strategies and bring to City
Council for consideration CDD 9/30/2020 70%
Referred to Goal #32 in 2019; Staff analyzed and selected a
list of potential strategies and provided them to the SBCCOG
on July 10.
58
Partner with SBCCOG to Host an Energy Efficiency Fair
CDD 8/31/2020 12/30/2020 5%
Referred to Goal #32b in 2019; Staff is reviewing options to
host virtual energy efficiency fair.
59
ERAP: Support Energy Generation and Storage in the Community
o Amend the Zoning Code to integrate additional policies supporting
renewable and alternative energy sources in residential, commercial and
institutional zoning districts by utilizing EcoMotion consultant services, made
available by the SolSmart grant application.
CDD 12/31/2020 6/30/2021 40%
Referred to Goal #32c in 2019; Progress is limited based on
limited staffing, but a summer intern is assisting in
identifying potential code amendments.
Municipal Code Amendments
60
Update the City's Sign Ordinance (Section 17.76.050)
CDD 12/31/2020 25%
Staff is working with the City Attorney's Office on the
preparation of a draft code amendment for review by the
Planning Commission.
61
Update the Wireless (private property) Facilities Ordinance (Section 17.76.020)
CDD 12/31/2020 10%
At this times, Staff is preparing draft updates to the personal
non-commercial radio antennas section of the Code based
on Council direction, and will then proceed with updating
the wireless facilities section of the code.
62
Assess the effectiveness of the County’s amended Barking Noise Program and
bring report City Council with recommendations for consideration to either
continue with the County or develop other alternatives. CDD 75%
Not recommended for 2020. Referred to Goal #28 in 2019.
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BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
63
Form a "Sister City" partnership with Sakura City, Japan
Admin 12/31/2020 8/4/2020 75%
August 4th is the signing ceremony memorializing the Sister
City Relationship
64
Provide and encourage e-filing of planning applications
CDD 9/30/2020 12/30/2020 10%
Staff established "virtual counter hours" to assist the public
that is framing the e-filing program.
65
Update the City’s Public Notice template
CDD 6/30/2020 09/30/2020 5%
Staff collected examples of notices from other jurisdictions
66
Conduct a Citizen Satisfaction survey.
Admin 12/31/2020 5%
Referred to Goal #41 in 2019. Staff is in the early stages of
framing survey questions. A draft will be presented to the
City Council in Fall.
67
Re-establish the Bi-Annual Leadership Academy for residents.
Admin 12/31/2021 0%
Referred to Goal #35 in 2019.
Staff recommends deferring this until 2021
68
Create a Citizen Environmental Committee.
Admin
Not recommended or necessary; Quarterly Public Forums for
the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve already provide this
function
69
Form a joint commission with neighboring cities to address Peninsula-wide issues
Admin
Not recommended or necessary; the Regional Law
Enforcement Committee already provides this function
Citizen Involvement & Public Outreach
Goal: Engage residents and community partners in assisting the City Council, City Committees/Commissions and City Staff facilitate the decision-making process.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
ACTUAL DATE
OF
COMPLETION
STATUS (%)COMMENTS/STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement.
Operations & Customer Service
70
Assess City Fees and Taxes, including the 2019 Cost of Services Study to identify,
among other things, opportunities to lower fees and taxes for consideration by
the FAC and City Council. (Merged with Goal #74)
FIN No 6/30/2021 12/31/2020 65%
Referred to Goal #38 in 2019.
Study was finalized and staff reviewed the results with FAC;
at the 3/12 FAC meeting, staff will review in greater detail
selected fees and provide fee adjustment recommendations
to FAC. FAC requested additional research at the March 12
meeting. Another meeting is scheduled for Sept. 17 to
review the Cost Fee Study with FAC. This item is on the
tentative agenda for the City Council consideration on
October 20, 2020.
71
Prepare a Pension Policy that provides a financial plan to address the City's
outstanding Pension Liability and CalPERS' continuous change in valuation
methodology.
FIN No 6/30/2020 12/31/2020 35%
Referred to Goal #40 in 2019. Staff have been doing research
and working with GovInvest to consider all options for the
Pension Policy. However, due to the current fiscal climate, it
is prudent to wait for the latest annual Actuarial Valuation
Report (AVR) and investment return from CalPERS to
reassess the City's pension liability. The AVR and investment
return is expected to be released by CalPERS this summer.
Staff plans to bring the draft Pension Policy and AVR to FAC
on Sept. 17 and to the City Council on October 20, 2020.
72
Review View Restoration Ordinance and bring options to the Planning
Commission and City Council to consider amending the guidelines.
CDD 12/31/2020 06/30/2021 5%
Staff is reviewing the existing ordinance and guidelines to
determine the scope of the proposed amendments.
73
Present Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rate options to FAC and City Council
FIN No 6/30/2021 50%
Staff presented the TOT trends and analysis to FAC on Sept.
26, 2019. Due to the economic downturn and the recent
impact on the travel/hospitality industry, staff plans to
revisit this item with FAC later in the Fall of 2020.
74
Enhance internal and external customer service and efficiency so that all
inquiries are acknowledged within the day received and that, when surveyed,
internal customers indicate 95% satisfaction with responsiveness by colleagues,
and external customers indicate 95% satisfaction with responsiveness by Staff.
CDD 7/31/2020 06/30/2021 25%
No progress due to limited staffing in the Community
Development Department. Work will commence in fall
75
Establish an efficient development process between the Community
Development and Public Works Departments by working together to prepare a
comprehensive Uniform Development Process public handout and decrease the
initial review time for applications to no more than 10 business days. Enhance
the one-stop permit process.
CDD 8/31/2020 10/31/2020 20%
Referred to Goal #43 in 2019; No progress due to limited
staffing in the Community Development Department. Work
will commence in August.
GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY & TRANSPARENCY
Goal: Maximize the use of each tax dollar and optimize services delivered to RPV residents.
Last updated: 7/14/2020
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BUDGET ITEM TARGET DATE
FOR
COMPLETION
REVISED DATE
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COMPLETION
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Goal: Maintain a high level of public safety with public engagement. 76
Implement new Internet or app-based application to enable residents to reach
city services more quickly. Admin Yes 6/30/2020 08/30/2020 10%
The mobile app vendor has been identified and funds
budgeted for FY 20/21. The implementation project should
start in July 2020.
77
Implement eTRAKiT customer relationship software that allows customers to
track service requests and submit service requests and permit applications online
with at least 20% of City permits being issued online.
Admin Yes 6/30/2020 11/30/2020 40%
eTrakit portal has now 12 permits types and all Business
License types configured and ready to be tested internally.
Public tests should start in August 2020.
78
Reassess the Study Session
Admin 6/30/2020 12/31/2020 0%
Activity on this goal is pending further review of the City's
study session policy.
79 91% of RPV Employees say RPV is "a great place to work."Admin 6/30/2021 25%Referred to Goal #48 in 2019.
80
Require a project sign be installed for all City construction project describing,
among other things, the project and citing contact information. PW Yes 5/31/2020 8/31/2020 35%
A conceptual design was provided to Staff by Councilman
Dyda and is being finalized for fabrication.
Intergovernmental Relations
81
Lobby the California Public Utilities Commission to modify the requirements for
Rule 20A undergrounding funds to include high fire risk areas.
Admin 8/31/2020 4/10/2021 50%
October 2019, the City brought a resolution to the League of
California Cities Annual Conference calling on the CPUC to
expand the Rule 20 program to include wildfire mitigation as
an eligible project. The resolution won the support of fire-
prone cities across the state and was referred to two of the
League’s policy committees so language revisions could be
reconciled. Ultimately, the League’s Board of Directors
adopted our proposal as an official League policy. The
League is now advocating for this change to the CPUC, which
is in the process of revising the Rule 20 program, and wildfire
prevention criteria was included among proposed changes
from CPUC staff. On 07/21/2020 the City Council is also
considering supporting legislation (SB 1312) that would
implement this change by requiring the CPUC to amend Rule
20 to allow undergrounding in high fire threat areas for
wildfire mitigation.
82
Pursue annexation of the Eastview area into PVPUSD for voting
Admin Yes 6/30/2021 100%
On March 4, 2020, the City Council received and filed a
report form the City Attorney’s Office regarding protocols for
the possible Eastview community detachment from Los
Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and attachment of
this community to the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School
District (PVPUSD). The Council directed no further action to
be taken on this matter.
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