CC SR 20260616 J - Twice-Yearly Committee Reports
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 06/16/2026
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Calendar
AGENDA TITLE:
Consider receiving the Twice-Yearly Reports and approving the Fiscal Year 2026-27
Work Plans from the City’s Advisory Committees and Commission.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1) Receive and file the City’s Advisory Committees and Commission’s twice-yearly
reports for the period between January and June 2026; and
2) Approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Work Plans from the City’s Advisory
Committees and Commission.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Irantzu Pujadas, Administrative Analyst IP
REVIEWED BY: Catherine Jun, Deputy City Manager CJ
APPROVED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A) Planning Commission Report and Work Plan (Page A- 1)
B) Civic Center Advisory Committee Report and Work Plan (page B- 1)
C) Emergency Preparedness Committee Report and Work Plan (page C- 1)
D) Traffic Safety Committee Report and Work Plan (page D- 1)
E) Finance Advisory Committee Report and Work Plan (page E- 1)
F) Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee Report & Work Plan (page F- 1)
G) Youth Advisory Committee Report and Work Plan (page G- 1)
H) City Council Policy No. 54-Council Liaisons for Advisory Boards, Committees,
Commissions (page H- 1)
BACKGROUND:
Members of the City’s seven (7) Advisory Committees and Commission (ACCs) are
appointed by the City Council and meet regularly to learn, discuss, and provide guidance
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on specific areas of City operations. Each ACC is supported by one or two Council
Liaisons, as well as a Staff Liaison, who prepares meeting materials and provides
resources (i.e. research, reports, etc.) to the ACC members. In accordance with City
Council Policy No. 54 (Attachment H), each ACC must submit a twice-yearly status report
summarizing its activities over the prior six months, as they relate to their current Work
Plan. The most recent status reports – from January 2026 to June 2026 – and their
proposed Work Plans for FY 2026-27 are provided for the City Council’s review this
evening (Attachments A-G).
DISCUSSION:
The City has seven ACCs, each focused on specific areas of municipal operations. Below
is a summary of their mission and structure, along with an overview of their recent
accomplishments and proposed FY 2026-27 Work Plans. Additional details are available
in their official reports under Attachments A-G.
1. Planning Commission (PC)
Mission: The seven-member PC is the only other quasi-judicial body within the City’s
framework that can make decisions on specific private land use planning applications
such as subdivision maps, variances, and conditional use permits. The PC also reviews
environmental assessments, such as Environmental Impact Reports and Mitigated
Negative Declarations pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
makes decisions on view restoration permits; and considers appeals of the Director’s
decisions on land use planning applications. The PC was established through the
adoption of Ordinance No. 80 on December 2, 1975, which was most recently amended
through Ordinance No. 550 on November 19, 2013
Structure:
Chair Eric Nulman
City Council Liaison Councilmember Bradley
Staff Liaison Brandy Forbes
Highlights: Over the past six months, the Planning Commission, in addition to reviewing
development applications, accomplished several tasks consistent with its Work Plan.
The PC provided input to the City Council for Fiscal Year 2026-27 City Council Goals,
appointed members to serve on committees and subcommittees, reviewed the City’s
Housing Element and General Plan Annual Progress Reports, and received an
informational presentation on the Draft 2026 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
The PC also approved recommendations to the City Council to amend Chapter 17.73
(Wireless Telecommunication Facilities on Private Property) of Title 17 (Zoning), Chapter
17.47 (Mixed Use Overlay District (MUOD)), and Chapter 17.48 (Residential Overlay
District (ROD)) of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code
(RPVMC). Additionally, the PC reviewed the FY 2026-27 CIP for consistency with the
General Plan.
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Over the next six months the PC will continue to conduct meetings to consider land use
development applications and will continue to work with the Planning Division on targeted
code amendments related to Housing Element programs. PC subcommittee will
participate and provide feedback in the update of the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan
Safety Element and General Plan Conservation and Open Space Element.
More details are available in the Commission’s report and Work Plan under Attachment
A.
2. Civic Center Advisory Committee (CCAC)
Mission: The seven-member CCAC works with the City Council and Staff to develop a
Civic Center Campus Master Plan which seeks a solution to the design of the Civic Center
site and make associated recommendations to the City Council. All appropriate needs of
the City and the Community will be considered in the design proposal. (Resolution No.
2017-35)
Structure:
Chair Gregory O’Brien
City Council Liaison Mayor Pro Tem Perestam and Councilmember Lewis
Staff Liaison Matt Waters
Highlights: Due to the City’s ongoing focus on the landslide emergency, the Civic Cener
project continues at a modified pace. The CCAC is now meeting on a quarterly basis,
while assisting staff with laying the groundwork for a future Civic Center.
During this reporting period, the CCAC has received a status update on the potential to
rebuild Wayfarers Chapel (Wayfarers) on the adjacent, federally owned Battery Barnes
site. Staff has been meeting with the U.S. Coast Guard, which owns and manages the
4-acre site, to discuss transferring it to the City. Staff worked with U.S. Representative
Ted Lieu to introduce a bill in January 2026 to facilitate that transfer and reconstruct
Wayfarers on the site for use as an educational and community gathering space. If
approved, the site would be incorporated into the Civic Center Master Plan and accessible
to the general public.
Staff is actively engaged in discussions with the General Services Administration (GSA)
to lift or modify all deed restrictions on the emergency components section of the Civic
Center site. Those discussions are ongoing at this time.
Additionally, the CCAC approved a recommendation that the City consider entering a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Palos Verdes Historical Society to locate
a museum within one of the Nike missile silos. The CCAC’s recommendation will be
considered by the City Council in July 2026.
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Moving forward, the CCAC will continue to assist with the development and refinement of
the Master Plan, with a prioritization on the emergency components zone. The CCAC
will also monitor and provide feedback on any potential MOU with the Historical Society.
More details are available in the Committee's report and Work Plan under Attachment B.
3. Emergency Preparedness Committee (EPC)
Mission: The five-member EPC advises and makes recommendations to the City Council
on matters pertaining to emergency preparedness to help ensure the City develops and
maintains a high state of readiness to respond to a wide variety of emergencies and
disasters (Resolution No. 2008-61)
Structure:
Chair James Sprinkel
City Council Liaison Mayor Seo
Staff Liaison Luna Mohammad
Highlights: Over the past six months, the EPC has engaged in several projects, including
the development of an AM Emergency Radio Station, maintaining an active presence at
City and regional events, and supporting City emergency readiness by providing
feedback, review, guidance, and support for City Emergency plans and events.
The EPC has also provided ongoing messaging on multiple emergency preparedness
topics, including utility safety, emergency supplies, evacuations, animal safety, summer
safety, and emergency kits. Additionally, the EPC has hosted and participated in multiple
City and regional events, including Whale of a Day, Rolling Hills Riviera HOA meeting,
PVP Equine Readiness Event, RPV Shredding Event, RPV Wildfire Resource Event, and
the PVP Street Fair.
The EPC has also updated the Equine booklet and is currently collaborating with the
City’s Youth Advisory Committee on a Wildfire Home Hardening Model Contest for high
school students.
Moving forward, the EPC will develop outreach strategies to enhance community
emergency preparedness, including messaging for booths and A-frames, public
education on emergency zones and alert systems, promotion of the AM emergency radio
station, and evaluation of OK/HELP sign distribution.
More details are available in the EPC's report and Work Plan under Attachment C.
4. Finance Advisory Committee (FAC)
Mission: The five-member FAC provides citizen input to the City Council and Staff
regarding financial information and other financial issues as assigned by the City Council.
The FAC provides advice regarding economic development matters such as methods to
improve the business climate and how to better work with local businesses and
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recommends specific areas for review to the City Council. The FAC advises the City
Council regarding the City’s financial condition (Resolution No. 2008-064)
Structure:
Chair John MacAllister
City Council Liaison Councilmember Lewis
Staff Liaison Vina Ramos
Highlights: Over the past six months the FAC has reviewed and discussed financial
update reports related to treasury activities, landslide expenditures, and fiscal
sustainability plan, and provided recommendations on the FY 2026-27 General Fund
Budget Assumptions and the FY 2026-27 Financial Model.
In addition, the FAC submitted a joint report with the Infrastructure Management Advisory
Committee (IMAC) regarding the potential monetization of groundwater extracted from
the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex and presented the report to the City
Council.
Additional updates include providing feedback on the Community Needs Survey, the
Development Impact Fee Study, and the FY 2026-27 Budget Assumptions and Capital
Improvement Program budget.
Moving forward, FAC will continue to receive updates on the Development Impact Fee
Study and quarterly presentations on the Treasury activities, investment reports, the
financial impacts of the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex, and CalPERS
investment performance. The FAC will also evaluate the feasibility of funding future public
safety increases through transient occupancy tax (TOT) revenues, explore a framework
for addressing unexpected General Fund shortfalls, and provide feedback and
recommendation on key financial reports and planning initiatives.
More details are available in the Committee's report and Work Plan under Attachment E.
5. Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee (IMAC)
Mission: The seven-member IMAC provides community input by advising the City Council
on matters concerning public works and park infrastructure, capital improvement projects,
and maintenance and preventative maintenance programs for public buildings; park sites;
trails; the stormwater system the sanitary sewer system including the Abalone Cove
Sewer District; the Portuguese Bend landslide; and special projects as assigned by the
City Council (Resolution No. 2014-45)
Structure:
Chair Peter Shaw
City Council Liaison Mayor Pro Tem Perestam
Staff Liaisons Ramzi Awwad, David Copp, Russ Bryden
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Highlights: Over the past six months the IMAC has focused on initiatives related to
groundwater reuse, capital improvement program and infrastructure management. The
IMAC, in partnership with FAC, completed and approved a feasibility study on reusing
groundwater extracted from the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex and
presented its findings to the City Council. The IMAC also received updates on the City’s
CIP, reviewed multiple drafts of the Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31 CIP and
provided feedback and recommendations on proposed projects and program
modifications.
Moving forward, the IMAC will continue to review and provide recommendations on future
capital improvement projects, infrastructure plans and studies. This includes the
Portuguese Bend Landslide remediation program and continued participation in the
Landslide Complex Working Group. In addition, IMAC will support the adoption of the
updated Trail Network Plan, provide recommendations to Recreation and Parks Staff on
parks and playgrounds improvements, evaluate near-term technologies for City
infrastructure and collaborate with the Traffic Safety Committee on feasibility studies for
traffic improvements.
More details are available in the TSC's report and Work Plan under Attachment F.
6. Traffic Safety Committee (TSC)
Mission: The five-member TSC advises the City Council on traffic issues, development
proposals and special projects as assigned by the City Council. The TSC reviews and
advises on neighborhood traffic calming guidelines and proposed projects and
collaboratively works with Staff to address residents’ requests for improving livability and
drivability of neighborhood streets in Rancho Palos Verdes. (Resolution No. 2008-77)
Structure:
Chair Mark Crossman
City Council Liaison Councilmember Ferraro
Staff Liaison Ramzi Awwad
Highlights: Over the past six months the TSC has reviewed and provided
recommendations on traffic calming measures for Bloomwood Road, including sign and
striping improvements. The TSC also approved modifications to the Traffic Request
Framework and established a subcommittee to update the Neighborhood Traffic Calming
Program (NTCP) Guide to support future traffic safety initiatives
Moving forward, TSC will continue to review and assess traffic-related requests from
residents, City Council, and staff; monitor ongoing and pending traffic studies; update the
Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program Guide to align with the Traffic Request
Framework; and develop a strategic plan to improve speed management on both arterial
and residential streets.
More details are available in the TSC's report and Work Plan under Attachment D.
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7. Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)
Mission: The 13-member YAC advocates for the needs of youth by elevating youth voices
to improve their overall well-being and allow the youth to engage with the inner working
of local government. (Council Policy No. 54A)
Structure:
Chair Kieran Peterson
Council Liaisons Mayor Seo and Councilmember Ferraro
Staff Liaisons Catherine Jun and Irantzu Pujadas
Highlights: Over the past six months, the YAC collaborated with RPVtv and the City’s
Public Information Officer to develop public service announcement videos to better
connect with younger audiences and increase awareness of City programs and events.
Videos focused on youth mental and emotional health, which aired on the City’s television
channel and on social media platforms.
YAC members also coordinated outreach efforts with PVPUSD schools to support a
Home Hardening project in partnership with the EPC. The project is anticipated to launch
in Spring 2027
Additionally, the YAC participated in Whale of a Day, where they promoted distributing
YAC branded giveaways and provided activities for children on how local government
works. YAC also began organizing a Youth Festival to encourage youth engagement
within the community. As part of this effort, the YAC agreed to incorporate its planned
mental health event into the larger Youth Festival, which is tentatively scheduled for
March 2027. Lastly, YAC members also collaborated with the REACH program during
Plant Night, further supporting community engagement and inclusion efforts.
Moving forward, the YAC will continue planning a Youth Festival tentatively scheduled for
March 2027, expand its volunteer collaboration with the REACH program in Fall of 2026
and maintain their partnership with the EPC and PVUSD on the ongoing home hardening
project.
More details are available in the YAC's report and Work Plan under Attachment G.
CONCLUSION:
The City Council is requested to receive and file the ACCs’ twice-yearly reports for the
period between January-June 2026 and approve their proposed FY 2026-27 Work Plans.
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ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to Staff’s Recommendations, the following alternative actions are available for
the City Council’s consideration:
1) Do not receive and file one or more twice-year report and request additional
information for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
2) Do not approve one or more Work Plan and provide direction to Staff to provide
modifications and continue this matter to a future date to be determined.
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Planning Commission
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
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TO: CHAIR AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNINNG COMMISSION
FROM: BRANDY FORBES, AICP, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DATE: JUNE 9, 2026
SUBJECT: TWICE-YEARLY UPDATE & WORKPLAN
Project Coordinator: Octavio Silva, Deputy Director of Community Development
RECOMMENDATION
Review and discuss items to be included in the Planning Commission’s Twice-Yearly Update &
Workplan to the City Council.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the most important updates from this twice-yearly report,
showcasing the Planning Commission’s accomplishments to date and the major initiatives in
progress.
•Completed Code & General Plan Amendment recommendations to support provisions of
the City’s new Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex Regulations on Land Use
Permits.
•Subcommittee participation in the update of the Safety Element of the City’s General Plan
to comply with State Law.
•Reviewed state-mandated annual reports for General Plan and Housing Element,
recommending City Council adoption of reports.
•Reviewed Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for consistency with General Plan goals and
policies.
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MISSION STATEMENT
The seven-member Planning Commission makes decisions on specific private land use planning
applications such as subdivision maps, variances, and conditional use permits; reviews
environmental assessments, such as Environmental Impact Reports and Negative Declarations;
makes decisions on view restoration permits; considers appeals of staff decisions on land use
planning applications; and serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council on zoning and general
plan amendments.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the past six months, in addition to the consideration of four development applications, the
Planning Commission also accomplished the following key tasks or projects, based on its current
Work Plan:
• February 2026
o The Planning Commission approved suggestions to the City Council for Fiscal Year 2026-
2027 City Council Goals.
o Appointed Planning Commission members to serve on committees and subcommittees.
• March 2026
o The Planning Commission reviewed the City’s Housing Element and General Plan Annual
Progress Reports.
o The Planning Commission received an informational presentation on the Draft 2026
Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• April 2025
o The Planning Commission approved making recommendations to the City Council
regarding Code Amendments to amend Chapter 17.73 (Wireless Telecommunication
Facilities on Private Property) of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal
Code.
o The Planning Commission approved making recommendations to the City Council on
code Amendments to amend Chapter 17.47 (Mixed Use Overlay District (MUOD)) and
Chapter 17.48 (Residential Overlay District (ROD)) of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Rancho
Palos Verdes Municipal Code, to continue to effectuate the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
• June 2025
o The Planning Commission reviewed the FY 2026-27 CIP for consistency with the General
Plan.
o The Planning Commission reviewed the work plan from December 31, 2025 to June 30,
2026.
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WORK PLAN
Over the next six months, the Planning Commission will continue to make progress towards its
current Work Plan, which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
Task or Project Current Status Due Date
consider land use
development applications
participation in the update of
the Rancho Palos Verdes
General Plan Safety Element
as needed.
Subcommittee members recently provided
feedback on existing plan goals and
participation in the update of
the Rancho Palos Verdes
General Plan Conservation and
Open Space Element
as needed. This element update began in
early 2026 with initial public outreach and
project website:
https://www.rpvca.gov/1867/Conservation-
Open-Space-Element-Update
Division on targeted code
amendments related to
Housing Element programs,
recommended clarifications to
the residential building height
Attorney’s Office on required revisions to
the City’s Municipal Code to comply with
new Housing Laws.
Bolts’ Training Session overview of Planning Division applications
and processes, providing orientation to
new Commissioners and a refresher course
CONSIDERATIONS
Since January of this year and as of the preparation date of this report, the Planning Division has
accepted several development applications requiring Planning Commission review. The listing of
applications is noted below:
Application Type No. of Applications
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Application Type No. of Applications
Appeal- Height Variation
Permit
Revision
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
Regular meetings are scheduled for the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m.
Meetings are held at Hesse Park and via Zoom. To participate virtually, members of the public and
interested parties can visit www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
Name Term Start Term End
City Support:
The Planning Commission is supported by Councilman Stephen Perestam and Staff Liaison, Brandy
Forbes.
Contact information and details about the Planning Commission are available at:
https://www.rpvca.gov/155/Planning-Commission
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Civic Center Advisory Committee
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the most important updates from this twice-yearly report,
showcasing the Committee’s accomplishments to date and the major initiatives in progress.
• Received a status report and provided feedback on the Civic Center Campus Master Plan
Project
• Update includes ongoing discussions with the General Services Administration (GSA)
regarding the emergency components section of the Civic Center, Congressional budget
requests, an update on the Wayfarers Chapel status, and the Palos Verdes Historical
Society’s preliminary interest in a museum at the Civic Center site
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Civic Center Advisory Committee (CCAC) is to work with the City Council and
its Staff to develop a Civic Center Master Plan which seeks a solution to the design of the Civic
Center site and make associated recommendations to Council. All appropriate needs of the
City and the community will be considered in the design solution. (Resolution No. 2017-35)
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Due to the City’s ongoing focus of its staffing and financial resources on the land movement
issue, the Civic Center project continues to progress at a modified pace. The CCAC is now
meeting on a quarterly basis. Over the past six months, the CCAC has accomplished the
following tasks or Projects, based on its current Work Plan:
• March 2026
o The CCAC received and commented on a comprehensive status update covering the
following topics:
Status update of potential rebuilding of Wayfarers Chapel on the Battery
Barnes sites
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Ongoing discussions with GSA regarding the emergency components
section of the Civic Center
Discussion of lobbying efforts with Federal officials regarding Wayfarers
Chapel and the emergency section of property.
State and Federal funding requests for construction of an Emergency
Operations Center (EOC)
Approved recommendation that the City consider entering into a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Palos Verdes Historical
Society to locate a museum incorporating one of the Nike missile silos
• May 2026
o Reviewed and approved draft twice-yearly report and FY 26-27 Work Plan for
submission to the City Council
WORK PLAN
Over the next six months, the CCAC will continue to make progress towards its current Work Plan,
which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
refinement of the Civic Center
Master Plan Design including
Emergency Components Zone
Federal agencies and elected
officials
provide recommendations on the
potential re-building of the
Wayfarers Chapel and related
facilities
number of factors including approval
for a transfer of the Battery Barnes
property to the City by the United
States Coast Guard fundraising
the potential Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) with the
Palos Verdes Historical Society
review and approval of MOU with the
PVHS
elected officials and State and
Federal agencies
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Produce twice-yearly reports to the
City Council on CCAC Progress
Regular Business December 2026
and May 2027
Work with Staff to develop and
refine the project schedule as
CONSIDERATIONS
Due to the City’s shift of staff and resources to the landslide, progress on the Civic Center Master
Plan Project has slowed. Because of an anticipated reduction of actionable items, the CCAC has
opted to meet on a quarterly basis, unless otherwise needed, in 2026. The CCAC will convene
additional meetings if necessary.
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
CCAC’s regular meetings are currently held on a quarterly basis on the 4th Thursday of that
month. The Meetings are held at the Ken Dyda Civic Center Community Room and via Zoom. To
participate virtually, please visit www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
*Anthony Karambelas will be replaced by Golnar Iranpour Borougei, effective July 1, 2026
City Support:
The Civic Center Advisory Committee is supported by City Council Liaisons Steve Perestam and
George Lewis and Staff Liaison, Matt Waters.
Contact information and details about the Committee are available at:
https://www.rpvca.gov/1063/Civic-Center-Advisory-Committee
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Emergency Preparedness Committee
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the most important updates from this twice-yearly report,
showcasing the EPC’s accomplishments to date and the major initiatives in progress.
• Developed a City Emergency Radio Station
• Continued presence at City and Regional Events, hosting a booth and sharing invaluable
emergency information with residents
• Supported City readiness, providing feedback, review, guidance, and support for City
Emergency plans and events.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Emergency Preparedness Committee (EPC) is to
advise and make recommendations to the City Council on matters pertaining to emergency
preparedness to help ensure the City develops and maintains a high state of readiness to respond
to a wide variety of emergencies and disasters (Resolution No. 2008-61).
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the past six months, the EPC has accomplished the following tasks or Projects, based on its
current Work Plan:
• January 2026
o Supported coordination for the emergency radio development
o Provided preparedness messaging on utility safety
• February 2026
o Hosted a booth at the Puppy Love Event and distributed Pet ID Kits
o Provided preparedness messaging on emergency supplies
• March 2026
o Hosted a booth at Whale of a Day
o Modified the Equine Booklet
o Held a booth at Rolling Hills Riviera HOA
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o Provided preparedness messaging on evacuations
o Attended Cal Tech presentation
• April 2026
o Hosted a booth at Whale of a Day and promoted the upcoming Wildfire Expo
o Supported the installation of the Emergency Radio Station
o Organized booth supplies
o Review supply cache trailers
o Provided preparedness messaging on animal safety
o Met with YAC on Wildfire Home Hardening Model Project
• May 2026
o Hosted a booth at the PVP Equine Readiness Event
o Distributed flyers at the RPV Shredding Event promoting AlertSB, Know Your Zone (KYZ),
and an explainer on emergency preparedness apps
o Supported and hosted a booth at the RPV Wildfire Resource Event, distributed the
Home Hardening Matrix and pool safety signs
o Present at the Del Cerro Annual Meeting
o Supported the installation of the Emergency Radio Station
o Provided preparedness messaging on summer safety
• June 2026
o Held booth at PVP Street Fair
o Supported the testing and implementation of the Emergency Radio Station
o Provided preparedness messaging on Emergency Kits
WORK PLAN
Over the next six months, the EPC will continue to make progress towards its current Work Plan,
which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
Develop Messaging for Booth A Frames The plan is under development
encourage residents to have situational
awareness of their emergency zones, the
emergency radio station, and local alert and
The plan is under development December
2026
Starting June 2026
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Explore the implementation of OK/HELP sign
distribution to the community Starting June 2026
The plan is under development
Develop a Wildfire Home Hardening Model
Project in partnership with local schools and
the Youth Advisory Committee
guidelines for the project have
been drafted and will be refined
Spring
2027
Ongoing N/A
Ongoing N/A
Ongoing N/A
Ongoing N/A
community groups, and other pertinent
organizations to strengthen neighborhood Ongoing N/A
hardening education, guidance and
advocacy projects
Ongoing N/A
comprehensive resources for the evacuation
and sheltering of large animals and equines Ongoing N/A
CONSIDERATIONS
None at this time
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
Regular meetings are scheduled on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held
at the RPV City Hall Community Room and via Zoom. To participate virtually, please visit
www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
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Emergency Preparedness Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
January- June
Member Diane Robinson 03/07/2023 06/30/2026
Member Edward Blake La Mar Jr 06/06/2023 06/30/2026
Member Andrea Nolen 06/18/2024 06/30/2028
Member Tamara Himmelstein 03/07/2023 06/20/2026
Member Wouter van Biene 06/06/2023 06/20/2026
City Support:
The EPC is supported by Mayor Paul Seo and Staff Liaison Luna Mohammad.
Contact information and details about the Committee are available at:
https://www.rpvca.gov/167/Emergency-Preparedness-Committee
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Traffic Safety Committee
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the most important updates from this twice-yearly report,
showcasing the Traffic Safety Committee’s accomplishments to date and the major initiatives in
progress.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) is to provide community input by advising the
City Council on traffic issues, development proposals and special projects as assigned by the City
Council. The TSC reviews and advises on neighborhood traffic calming guidelines and proposed
projects, and collaboratively work with Staff to address resident’s requests for improving livability
and drivability of neighborhood streets in Rancho Palos Verdes (Resolution No. 2008-77)
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the past six months, the Traffic Safety Committee has accomplished the following tasks or
Projects, based on its current Work Plan:
• January 2026
o Reviewed recommendations for traffic calming measures and speed humps on
Bloomwood Road; recommended installing signage and striping.
o Approved modifications/updates of the Traffic Request Framework adopted by the
Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) on September 23, 2024 and revisited during the
December 3, 2025 Special TSC meeting.
• June 2026
o Established a subcommittee to update the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program
(NTCP) Guide.
WORK PLAN
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Traffic Safety Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
Over the next six months, the Traffic Safety Committee will continue to make progress towards its
current Work Plan, which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
requested by residents, members
of the City Council, Traffic Safety
studies status provided by Staff
Calming Program Guide to be
consistent with the Traffic Request
management for arterial and
CONSIDERATIONS
Staff will identify resources and gather data as a basis for development for a strategic plan for
speed management.
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
Regular meetings are scheduled on the 4th Monday of every other month at 6:00 p.m. Meetings are
held at Ken Dyda Civic Center (Community Room) and via Zoom. To participate virtually, please
visit www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
City Support:
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Traffic Safety Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
The Traffic Safety Committee is supported by (Council Member Barbara Ferraro) and Staff Liaison,
Ramzi Awwad (Director of Public Works); Susan Pan (Principal Engineer); Noel Casil (Senior
Engineer); and Cheri Bailiff (Permit Technician).
Contact information and details about the Committee are available at:
https://www.rpvca.gov/165/Traffic-Safety-Committee
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Finance Advisory Committee
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the updates from this twice-yearly report, showcasing the
Finance Advisory Committee’s accomplishments to date and the major initiatives in progress.
• Provided recommendations on the City Council’s FY 2025-26 Goals and provided feedback
for the development of the FY 2026-27 Goals.
• Reviewed and discussed financial update reports related to treasury activities, landslide
expenditures, and fiscal sustainability plan.
• Provided recommendations on the FY 2026-27 General Fund Budget Assumptions and the
FY 2026-27 Financial Model.
• Submitted a joint report with IMAC regarding the potential monetization of groundwater
extracted from the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex and presented the report
to the City Council.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Finance Advisory Committee (FAC) is to provide citizen input to the City
Council and Staff regarding financial matters of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. The Committee
shall review short and long-term financial information of the City and other financial issues as
assigned by the City Council. The Committee shall provide advice regarding economic
development matters such as methods to improve the business climate and how to better work
with local businesses and shall recommend specific areas for review to the City Council. The
Committee will serve to advise the City Council regarding the City’s financial condition.
(Resolution No. 2008-064).
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the past six months, the FAC has accomplished the following tasks or Projects, based on its
current Work Plan:
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Finance Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
• January 2026
• Reviewed and discussed the following:
• FY 2026-27 Budget Development Calendar
• Treasury activities and investment report
• February 2026
• Reviewed and discussed the following:
• Provided recommendations on the FY 2025-26 City Council Goals and for the
development of the FY 2026-27 City Council Goals
• FY 2025-26 Mid-Year Financial Report for the General Fund and Capital
Infrastructure Projects (CIP) Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Other Funds
• Financial report presentation regarding the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide
Complex
• April 2026
• Reviewed and discussed the following:
• FY 2024-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and audit report
• Provided recommendations on the year-end estimates report and budget
assumptions for developing the proposed FY 2026-27 General Fund Budget and
the preliminary Financial Model
• Community Needs Survey Update Report
• Financial report presentation regarding the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide
Complex
• May 2026
• Reviewed and discussed the following:
• Treasury activities and investment report
• FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Project Budget
• Provided recommendations on the FY 2025-26 June Twice-Yearly Committee
Update and developed the FY 2026-27 FAC Work Plan
• Financial report presentation regarding the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide
Complex
• June 2026
• Reviewed and discussed the following:
• Development Impact Fee Study Update Report
• FY 2026-27 Preliminary Budget and Financial Model
• Financial report presentation regarding the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide
Complex
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Finance Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
WORK PLAN
Over the next six months, the FAC will continue to make progress towards its current Work Plan,
which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
Treasury activities and investment August, October
report impact regarding the Greater
Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex
investment results and impact on the
City’s unfunded accrued liability (UAL)
and provide recommendations to City
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financial plan to address unexpected Staff estimates to include the December 2026
quarter report for FY 2026-27
recommendations regarding the Twice-
unaudited actuals (current fiscal year)
and future impact of funding
incremental public safety increases
City Council Fiscal Sustainability Goal
direction
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Finance Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
Review and discuss the RPV
Community Foundation and the
preparation of RFP for the
direction
CONSIDERATIONS
• Financial Sustainability Goal.
• Financial impact of the Portuguese Bend Landslide Remediation.
• Vulnerability of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) given that transfers-out from the General
Fund are typically based on Transient Occupancy Taxes.
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
Regular meetings are scheduled on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are
held at in Community Room at the Ken Dyda Civic Center and via Zoom. To participate virtually,
please visit www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
City Support:
The Finance Advisory Committee is supported by Council Member George Lewis and by Staff
Liaison, Vina Ramos.
Contact information and details about the Committee are available at:
https://www.rpvca.gov/151/Finance-Advisory-Committee.
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the most important updates from this twice-yearly report,
showcasing the Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee’s accomplishments to date and
the major initiatives in progress.
• Completed a feasibility study for reusing groundwater extracted from the Landslide
Complex and presented it to the City Council for their consideration.
• Reviewed and provided feedback on the City’s draft Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for
Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31.
• Discussed infrastructure management challenges and begin to generate a list of questions
to better understand the City’s strategies for addressing them.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee shall be to provide
community input by advising the City Council on matters concerning public works and park
infrastructure, capital improvement projects, and maintenance and preventative maintenance
programs for public buildings; park sites; trails; the stormwater system; the sanitary sewer system
including the Abalone Cove Sewer District; street rights-of-way and traffic control devices; the
Palos Verdes Drive South/ Portuguese Bend landslide; and special projects as assigned by the
City Council. (Resolution No. 2014-45)
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the past six months, the Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee (IMAC) has
accomplished the following tasks, based on its current Work Plan:
January 21, 2026 - IMAC Special Meeting
• Approved the final report of the joint IMAC/FAC ad-hoc Water Reuse Committee’s study
of reusing groundwater extracted from Landslide Complex.
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Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
• Received a report on the status of the current fiscal year’s Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) including progress made to date.
• Received a report on alternative technologies for speedbumps in order to better prepare
for evaluating future studies jointly with the Traffic Safety Committee.
• Discussed infrastructure management challenges and begin to generate a list of
questions to better understand the City’s strategies for addressing them.
March 9, 2026 - IMAC Special Meeting
• Engaged in a discussion with Councilmember Perestam about infrastructure
management challenges and the City’s strategies for addressing them.
• Received an overview of the Facilities Maintenance Program (CIP Project 8509) and
supported a recommendation to City Council to approve proposed changes to the
Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
• Reviewed and provided feedback on the first draft of the City’s CIP for Fiscal Years 2026-
27 through 2030-31.
April 7, 2026 – City Council Meeting
• Presented the feasibility study for reusing groundwater extracted from the Landslide to
the City Council.
April 27, 2026 - IMAC Special Meeting
• Reviewed and provided feedback on the draft IMAC update to the June 2026 Biennial
Status Report on City Advisory Committees.
• Reviewed and provided feedback on the second draft of the City’s Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2030-31.
• Received an update from the Landslide Water Reuse Subcommittee on the City
Council’s response to the feasibility study for reusing groundwater extracted from the
Landslide.
WORK PLAN
Over the next six months, the IMAC will continue to make progress towards its current Work Plan,
which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
City Council regarding a list of potential capital improvement
projects for the City to consider funding in the future fiscal
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Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
infrastructure reviews brought to IMAC by City Council and/or
Staff.
Continue to review and provide feedback/recommendations
on the Portuguese Bend Landslide remediation program and
continue participation in the Landslide Complex Working
feasibility studies for traffic improvements, including
proposed roundabouts, at the intersections of Palos Verdes
Drive South and Forrestal Drive, Conqueror Drive, and
CONSIDERATIONS
The IMAC expects to spend the majority of its time over the next six months reviewing and
providing feedback/recommendations on conceptual plans, problems, designs, studies, and
infrastructure reviews brought to the IMAC by City Council and/or Staff.
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
Regular meetings of the IMAC are scheduled on the following dates:
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 (typically dark)
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 (typically dark)
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Wednesday, February 17, 2027
Wednesday, March 17, 2027
Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Wednesday, May 19, 2027
Wednesday, June 16, 2027 (typically dark)
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Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
Meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. at Ken Dyda Civic Center (Community Room) and via Zoom. To
participate virtually, please visit www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
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Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
City Support:
The IMAC is supported by Council Member Perestam and Staff Liaisons, David Copp (Deputy
Director of Public Works) and Russ Bryden (Principal Engineer).
Contact information and details about the IMAC are available at:
https://www.rpvca.gov/152/Infrastructure-Management-Advisory-Commi
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Youth Advisory Committee
Twice Yearly Update and Workplan
For the period of January-June 2026
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary highlights the most important updates from this twice-yearly report,
showcasing the Committee’s accomplishments to date and the major initiatives in progress.
• YAC members collaborated with RPVtv and the City’s Public Information Officer (PIO) to
create mental health public service announcements and produce social media reels
promoting the YAC, helping the City attract a younger audience to its social media
platforms. The collaboration included the production of two public service
announcements on youth mental health, one public service announcement on e-bike
safety, and interviews of all committee members highlighting the YAC and its work.
• The Events Subcommittee is currently planning a proposal for the City to host a Youth
Festival for teens living in RPV.
• The Accessibility and Inclusion Subcommittee volunteered with the REACH program,
supporting youth and young adults with developmental disabilities.
• The Emergency Preparedness Subcommittee continues to partner with EPC on a home
hardening event in collaboration with the PVUSD.
• YAC members represented the committee at Whale of a Day, hosting a booth with
children’s activities and distributing giveaways featuring the YAC logo.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Youth Advisory Committee is to advocate for the needs of the youth by
elevating youth voices to improve their overall well-being and allow the youth to engage with the
inner workings of local government.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Youth Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
Over the past six months, the YAC has accomplished the following tasks or Projects, based on its
current Work Plan:
• January 2026
o The Event Subcommittee discussed producing social media reels to promote the
YAC, support RPVtv, and help the City attract a younger audience to its social media
channels and RPVtv. Two
o The Environmental Outreach Subcommittee coordinated outreach to PVPUSD
schools to participate in a home hardening project in collaboration with the City’s
Emergency Preparedness Committee.
• February 2026
o The Education and Outreach Subcommittee coordinated the order of YAC branded
giveaways for upcoming events and reviewed budget availability.
• March 2026
o Committee members agreed to host a Youth Festival, with the Events
Subcommittee beginning to identify a specific date and location.
o The Accessibility and Inclusion Subcommittee discussed their participation in
Whale of a Day, including the different types of activities planned for the event.
o YAC members participated in a series of interviews with RPVtv introducing
themselves and the Committee. Those videos will also be shared on the City’s
social media channels.
• April 2026
o Members of the Accessibility and Inclusion Subcommittee collaborated with the
REACH program during Plant Night on April 22.
o Several YAC members partnered with RPVtv to produce two public service
announcements on youth mental health, which will air on the City’s TV channel and
across all of the City’s social media channels
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Youth Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
• May 2026
o Members are collaborating with the EPC and their schools to promote the AM
Emergency Radio Station Naming Contest.
o Members of the e-bike Subcommittee partnered with RPVtv to produce a public
service announcement on e-bike safety
WORK PLAN
Over the next six months, the Committee will continue to make progress towards its current Work
Plan, which includes a range of tasks and goals to achieve its mission.
collaboration with the EPC and
MEMBERSHIP AND MEETING TIMES
Meeting Times and Location:
Regular meetings are scheduled on the Second Monday of every month at 4:15 p.m. Meetings are
held at Ken Dyda Civic Center, Community Room and via Zoom. To participate virtually, please
visit www.rpvca.gov/participate.
Membership:
Name Term Start Term End
Kieran Peterson, Chair 08/19/2024 06/30/2026
Krystal Deng, Vice Chair 08/19/2025 06/30/2026
Ashley Chan-Mott 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
Aiden Cruz, Secretary 10/01/2024 06/30/2026
Brian Coulon 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
Annabelle Huang 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
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Youth Advisory Committee
Twice-Yearly Update and Workplan
June 16, 2026
Gianna Jeon 08/19/205 06/30/2027
Mattia Magnatta, Secretary 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
Landon Park 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
Valentina Sherer 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
Maya Singh-Barrett 10/01/2024 06/30/2026
Matthew Song 10/01/2024 06/30/2026
Amy Wen 08/19/2025 06/30/2027
City Support:
The Committee is supported by Staff Liaisons, Catherine Jun and Irantzu Pujadas.
Contact information and details about the Committee are available at: Youth Advisory
Committee | Rancho Palos Verdes, CA - Official Website
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CITY COUNCIL POLICY
NUMBER: 54
DATE ADOPTED: August 20, 2019
SUBJECT: Council Liaisons for Advisory Boards/Committees/Commissions
POLICY:
It shall be the policy of the City Council to assign a council member to any City resident
advisory committee, and the Planning Commission, as a liaison that the
committee/commission can turn to if members have questions or concerns about the
direction of the board/committee/commission and/or direction from Staff. The following
parameters are hereby established as guidelines:
A. At the discretion of the City Council, a council member may be assigned to any of
the City’s active advisory boards including the Planning Commission to serve as a
Council liaison.
B. Council liaison assignments may be done on an annual basis along with the Council
appointments to outside agencies.
C. After the appointment(s) are made, Staff will notify the Staff liaison regarding the
decision.
D. Attendance at board/committee/commission meetings by the Council liaison is at the
discretion of the Councilmember.
E. Council liaisons may informally arrange for a Council alternate when scheduling
conflicts arise.
F. During a board/committee/commission meeting, the Council liaison shall serve a role
similar to that of the Staff liaison. The primary responsibility for providing information
to board/committee/commission members belongs to the Staff liaison, but the
Council liaison may provide additional information at the request of the Chair when
questions fall beyond the scope of staff’s expertise.
G. During a board/committee/commission meeting, the Council liaison may address the
body under the “Staff Communications” portion of the agenda. During this time, the
liaison shall address the members from the podium or at a designated seat at the
table with Staff.
H. The Council liaison may raise points of order when procedural issues arise.
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I. During board/committee/commission meetings, authority resides with the
board/committee/commission Chair.
J. A Council liaison role is primarily an observer, therefore liaisons shall refrain from:
a. Interfering with the smooth operation of board/committee/commission
meetings
b. Participating or engaging in discussions or decisions of the
board/committee/commission
c. Advising what the board/committee/commission should or should not do or
attempting to influence and/or guide its progress
d. Offering opinions or advocating for or against matters when they come
before the board/committee/commission
e. Acting in a manner that undermines the Chair’s authority
f. Participating in policy discussions except when providing factual
information at the request of the Chair
g. Speaking on behalf of the full Council without appropriate authority
h. Acting as spokesperson for the board/committee/commission
K. No more than two members of the City Council are to be in attendance at any
meeting of a committee or commission at any time. If appointed to serve as liaison
to a committee or commission, the council member has priority over any other
council member who may wish to attend and is not a liaison.
L. If questions or concerns arise regarding the conduct of a Council liaison, the Chair
of the board or commission should consult with the Mayor for possible resolution.
When the liaison in question is the Mayor, the Chair should consult with the Vice
Mayor for possible resolution.
M. In an effort to keep the City Council and the public informed on the activities of the
boards/committees/commissions, biannual status reports shall be given at a regular
City Council meeting.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council recognized the need for City resident advisory boards and the
Planning Commission to have a council member act as liaison between the City and the
board/committee/commission.
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