Rancho Palos Verdes public meetings in 2024
39 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting (Regular and Special Improvement Authority) - AMENDED AGENDA
The City Council and Improvement Authority will meet to address several legal claims and real property purchases in the landslide area. The body is also considering contracts for planning services and public nuisance abatement.
- Purchase of real property in the landslide area via the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex Buyout Program
- Contract with T & M Construction for demolition at 4361 Exultant Drive for $55,000 plus hazardous abatement costs
- Amendment to Michael Baker International, Inc. agreement for planning services, increasing the total from $115,000 to $185,000
- Cancellation of the January 7, 2025 City Council meeting
- Designation of management representatives for labor negotiations
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a special reorganization meeting to certify the November 5, 2024, municipal election results. The body will swear in new council members and elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. A closed session is also scheduled for a City Manager performance evaluation.
- Certification of November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election results
- Swearing in and seating of Council Members George Lewis and Stephen Perestam
- Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Closed session for City Manager performance evaluation
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will approve the October 9, 2024 Planning Commission minutes, consider a height‑variation permit and site‑plan review for 26718 Nokomis Road, and review the bi‑annual workplan for inclusion in the City Council report. The height‑variation request seeks an 891 ft² second‑story addition and a 44 ft² first‑story addition to an existing 3,251 ft² residence, raising the total to 4,186 ft². The workplan discussion will address items for the Commission’s bi‑annual report. Additional pre‑agenda items for January 2025 meetings are noted.
- Approval of the October 9, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
- Height variation permit and site‑plan review for 26718 Nokomis Road (891 ft² second‑story addition, 44 ft² first‑story addition, total 4,186 ft²)
- Review of the Planning Commission workplan for the bi‑annual report to the City Council
- Pre‑agenda item for the meeting on January 14, 2025
- Pre‑agenda item for the meeting on January 28, 2025
City Council Meeting
The City Council will first hold a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation in multiple cases, including claims and potential legal action. In regular session, the council will consider consent items such as adopting an e-bike ordinance, setting business license tax rates, rejecting a claim, and reconfirming emergency work for the Greater Portuguese Bend landslide. The main regular business items are updates and possible actions on the landslide complex (including extending the local emergency declaration and FEMA buyout program) and an update on Western Avenue corridor projects, with a proposed $508,820 contract for traffic flow improvements.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 689 establishing citywide electric bicycle regulations.
- Reconfirm continuation of emergency deep vertical dewatering project for the Greater Portuguese Bend landslide.
- Award $508,820 contract to Iteris, Inc. for Western Avenue traffic flow improvement project (plus 15% contingency).
- Consider rejecting a claim by Maureen Lang.
- Affirm no increase in Business License Tax rates and continue zero fee for home occupancy businesses.
City Council Meeting (Wednesday)
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss City Attorney performance, five threatened litigation claims from the Regional Board, possible initiation of litigation, and property purchases in the landslide area under the Greater Portuguese Bend Buyout Program. The regular meeting includes a consent calendar with items such as approval of minutes, payment of claims, rejection of two claims, completion of restroom improvements at Point Vicente Interpretive Center, approval of $66,000 drainage improvements there, receiving the 2023 Nature Preserve annual report, adopting a security camera policy, approving a three-year compost agreement with Agromin, and reconfirming the emergency declaration for the Greater Portuguese Bend-Ancient Altamira Landslide Emergency Project.
- Closed session: five anticipated litigation claims (settlement offers R4-2024-0012 through R4-2024-0020) with Regional Board
- Closed session: property purchase negotiations for landslide-area buyout program (negotiators: City Manager and City Attorney)
- Approve $66,000 drainage improvements contract (Estate Design and Construction, Inc.) at Point Vicente Interpretive Center
- Approve three-year compost agreement with California Wood Recycling (DBA Agromin) to meet SB 1383 organic waste requirements
- Reconfirm by four-fifths vote the emergency justification for deep vertical dewatering project in Greater Portuguese Bend-Ancient Altamira Landslide Complex
City Council Special Meeting (Landslide Town Hall Meeting)
The Rancho Palos Verdes City Council is convening a special town hall meeting to discuss updates regarding the Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex. The session will be held in person at Ladera Linda Community Park and via a virtual platform. The meeting will adjourn to a closed session and a regular meeting on November 6.
- Town hall meeting on Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex
- Meeting at Ladera Linda Community Park, 32201 Forrestal Drive
- Public participation available in person and virtually
- Adjournment to Closed Session and Regular Meeting on Nov 6
City Council Meeting - Amended Agenda
The City Council will discuss updating municipal codes regarding pet limits and wireless telecommunications coverage. The body is also reviewing emergency justifications for landslide mitigation work and addressing several legal claims.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 688 to increase permitted dogs per residential lot from three to four and cats from three to five
- Reconfirmation of emergency justification for the Greater Portuguese Bend-Ancient Altamira Landslide Emergency Project
- Report on wireless telecommunications coverage and potential amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 12.18 and 17.76
- Consideration of a claim against the City by Toni Engberg
- Closed session regarding potential liability for contamination remediation at the BKK landfill in West Covina
Planning Commission Meeting
The Rancho Palos Verdes Planning Commission will consider and vote on an appeal (Case No. PLZC2024-0002) concerning a proposed 482‑unit development at 5323 Ironwood Street. The Commission is expected to adopt a resolution denying the appeal and upholding the Community Development Director’s finding that the project does not qualify for Builder’s Remedy status, requiring multiple entitlements. The meeting also includes routine approval of the September 24, 2024 Planning Commission minutes and pre‑agenda items for meetings on October 22 and November 12, 2024.
- Approval of the September 24, 2024 Planning Commission minutes.
- Appeal case PLZC2024-0002 – 5323 Ironwood Street: denial of appeal and affirmation that the 482‑unit, 1,173,927‑sq‑ft project does not qualify for Builder’s Remedy, triggering required General Plan Amendment, zone change, certificate of compliance, major grading permit, variance, environmental review, and major site plan review.
- Pre‑agenda item for the October 22, 2024 meeting.
- Pre‑agenda item for the November 12, 2024 meeting.
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several routine items, including the rejection of five individual claims and the approval of a surveillance camera pilot program. The body is also deciding on professional service agreements for lobbying and public works.
- Award construction contract to OrangeBlue for Storm Drain Improvements at Peacock Ridge up to $224,000
- Award Public Works Agreement to Stay Green, Inc. for landscape maintenance starting at $1,766,250 for FY 2024-25
- Proposed purchase and installation of 12 Tactacam Reveal surveillance cameras for open spaces and parking lots
- Reassign state lobbying services agreement from Renne Public Policy Group, LLP to California Public Policy Group Inc.
- Rejection of claims filed by Adriana Williams, Wael Abdallah, Olivia Clemens, Michele Fischer, and Alexander Yoon
City Council Special Meeting
The Rancho Palos Verdes City Council will consider declaring a local state of emergency due to a severe energy shortage from planned de-energization events. The meeting will also include a closed session on potential litigation and a report on a temporary power pole installation.
- Consideration of a local state of emergency for Portuguese Bend and Seaview neighborhoods
- Closed session on potential initiation of litigation
- Report on installation of a temporary power pole at Ladera Linda Community Center
- Authorization for Mayor to sign letters to CalOES and FEMA regarding landslide assistance
- Authorization for Mayor to sign a letter to Governor Newsom requesting a state of emergency declaration
City Council Meeting
The Rancho Palos Verdes City Council will vote to reconfirm the emergency justification for continuing the Portuguese Bend Landslide Emergency Hydraugers Project. The meeting also includes closed‑session legal counsel conferences on multiple pending litigation matters, routine consent‑calendar approvals, and authorizations for water‑management agreements and a wireless facility license. Additional items include a claim rejection and a status report on labor‑code changes.
- Closed‑session conferences with legal counsel on pending litigation (22 cases and other matters)
- Reconfirm emergency justification for the Portuguese Bend Landslide Emergency Hydraugers Project
- Authorize the Mayor to execute the First Amendment to the MOU with the Gateway Water Management Joint Powers Authority
- Authorize the Mayor to execute the Transfer Agreement for the Measure W Safe Clean Water Program through FY 2027‑28
- Approve a restated license agreement for a wireless telecommunications facility at the Ken Dyda Civic Center
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its June 11, 2024 meeting. It will also hold a nuts‑and‑bolts training presentation. Additionally, the commission will review pre‑agenda items for meetings scheduled on August 13 and August 27, 2024.
- Approval of the June 11, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
- Planning Commission nuts and bolts training presentation
- Pre‑agenda for the meeting on August 13, 2024
- Pre‑agenda for the meeting on August 27, 2024
City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss emergency work on the Portuguese Bend Landslide and approve landscaping contracts. The body is also considering ordinances regarding building penalty waivers and sign code amendments.
- Ratify $491,798 in emergency response payments to Stay Green Inc.
- Increase Stay Green Inc. landscaping contract by $444,000, bringing total to $11,399,641
- Ordinance No. 685 to establish penalty fee waivers for building violations by prior property owners
- Ordinances No. 683 and 684 to prohibit conflicting project applications and allow remodeling of non-conforming signs
- MOU with 'Run for Myles' to co-host a race event on September 28, 2024
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss several pending and existing litigations, including a matter regarding the BKK landfill. The regular meeting includes discussions on roadway asset management funding and recruitment incentives for engineers.
- Closed session discussion regarding potential liability for contamination at the BKK landfill
- Acceptance of $121,384 in CRRSAA funding for Palos Verdes Drive South roadway asset management
- Proposed $12,000 sign-on incentive bonuses for two Principal Engineer positions
- Professional services agreement with National Utility Locators, LLC for $48,300 including contingency
- Project management and inspection agreement with Hout Construction Services, Inc. for Palos Verdes Drive South
City Council State of the City Breakfast Meeting
The City Council will hold a State of the City breakfast meeting at Ladera Linda Community Park. The primary item is a presentation on the State of the City beginning at approximately 8:30 a.m.
- Presentation on the State of the City
City Council Special Meeting (Advisory Board Interviews)
The City Council will conduct interviews for several city advisory boards and commissions. Applicants are being considered for roles on the Finance Advisory Committee, Civic Center Advisory Committee, Traffic Safety Committee, and the Planning Commission.
- Finance Advisory Committee interviews
- Civic Center Advisory Committee interview
- Traffic Safety Committee interview
- Planning Commission interviews
City Council Meeting (Special IA)
The City Council will meet to consider several administrative and legislative items including a new citywide appropriation limit and zoning amendments. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding pending litigation and a potential real property purchase.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 681 to amend Title 17 zoning for the 2021-2029 Housing Element
- Establishment of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 appropriation limit at $38,679,792
- Proposed cost-of-living adjustment compensation changes for city employees
- Professional services agreement for playground safety surfacing at Robert E. Ryan Park and Eastview Park
- Potential purchase of real property located at 6320 Via Colinita
Planning Commission Meeting
The Commission will consider a view restoration permit for properties on N. Enrose Avenue. They will also discuss proposed citywide zoning amendments regarding development applications and sign codes.
- View Restoration Permit: crown reduce one Ficus Tree at 2138 Fairhill Drive to restore views for 29642, 29648, and 29636 N. Enrose Avenue
- Code Amendment: prohibit multiple SB 330 preliminary applications or mutually exclusive projects on the same property
- Code Amendment: allow remodeling or reconstruction of existing legal nonconforming freestanding monument and directory signs
- Planning Commission Workplan review for July-December
City Council Special Meeting (Advisory Board Interviews)
The City Council will conduct interviews with several applicants for multiple city committees and commissions. These include the Finance Advisory Committee, Emergency Preparedness Committee, Civic Center Advisory Committee, Traffic Safety Committee, Infrastructure Management Advisory, and the Planning Commission.
- Finance Advisory Committee applicant interviews
- Emergency Preparedness Committee applicant interviews
- Civic Center Advisory Committee applicant interviews
- Traffic Safety Committee applicant interviews
- Infrastructure Management Advisory applicant interviews
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss several pending legal matters in closed session. The regular meeting includes items regarding the November 5, 2024, municipal election and emergency work for the Portuguese Bend Landslide.
- Closed session discussion of five litigation claims involving the Regional Board
- Resolution to call for a General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
- Proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Seagate Villas Owners Association for storm drain replacement at 6629 Ocean Crest Drive
- Awarding of civil engineering contracts not to exceed $500,000 each
- Reconfirmation of emergency status for the Portuguese Bend Landslide Emergency Hydraugers Project
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will review a height variation permit for a second-story home addition at 2131 W Summerland Street. Additionally, the commission will consider site plan guidelines for new mechanical units on the roof of Western Plaza at 29105-29229 S. Western Avenue.
- Height variation and site plan review: 1,470 ft2 second-story addition at 2131 W Summerland Street
- Site plan review: Roof-top mechanical units for Western Plaza at 29105-29229 S. Western Avenue
City Council Regular Meeting (Special SA & IA)
The City Council will meet to discuss existing and anticipated litigation in closed session. The regular meeting includes items regarding retail theft legislation, conflict of interest codes, and emergency work for the Portuguese Bend Landslide.
- Emergency hydroaugers project contract with Malcolm Drilling Company, Inc.
- Amendment to Environmental Sciences Associates agreement for $329,239 total
- Position letters regarding various retail theft and shoplifting bills (AB 1772, AB 2943, etc.)
- Closed session regarding Tangerine Holdings LLC v City of Rancho Palos Verdes
- Discussion of five settlement offers related to Regional Board threatened litigation
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission is considering recommendations for the citywide Housing Element and implementation measures. They are also reviewing a view restoration permit that would require reducing nine trees at several properties. A height variation request for 2131 W Summerland Street will be continued to May 28, 2024.
- Citywide Housing Element and housing program implementation measures updates
- View restoration permit for Enrose Avenue involving tree reductions at multiple properties
- Height variation permit and site plan review for 2131 W Summerland Street
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review professional service agreements for trail vegetation clearing and engineering services. The agenda also includes an ordinance regarding the official city seal and the rejection of several claims against the city.
- $27,000 contract with Brightview Landscaping for trail vegetation clearing
- $50,000 increase to Willdan Engineering contract for permit and code enforcement services
- Ordinance No. 679 establishing uses of the official City seal
- $4,710 agreement with McGee Surveying Consulting for Wildlife Corridor mapping
- Rejection of claims against the City by Eric Ehlers, Adriana Nohemi Romero-Segura, Hortencia Garcia, and John Lu
City Council Meeting (Budget Workshop (CIP)) Amended Agenda
The Rancho Palos Verdes City Council will hold a budget workshop to review the proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2024-25 through 2028-29, which outlines planned city projects and funding over five years. Staff recommends the council receive reports on the current FY 2023-24 CIP status and provide direction on the proposed plan. The meeting will also cover proposed revisions to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending plan related to capital improvements.
- Review of the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2024-25 through 2028-29
- Direction on current FY 2023-24 CIP status report
- Proposed revisions to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending plan
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will review proposed changes to the city's antenna and wireless facility codes. The meeting also includes an appeal regarding a residential addition at 2838 Calle Aventura and a continued hearing for a project at 4105 Maritime Road. Additionally, the commission will discuss the FY 2024-2025 Public Works Capital Improvement Plan.
- Proposed amendments to citywide antenna and wireless telecommunication codes
- Appeal of a grading permit and site plan review for 2838 Calle Aventura
- Continued hearing for a residential addition at 4105 Maritime Road
- Review of the FY 2024-2025 Public Works Capital Improvement Plan
City Council Meeting (Adjourned Regular Meeting - Budget Workshop/General Fund)
The City Council will review the mid-year financial report for fiscal year 2023-24. They will also discuss assumptions for developing the upcoming 2024-25 Preliminary General Fund Budget.
- FY 2023-24 Mid-Year Financial Report and year-end estimates
- Proposed FY 2024-25 revenue projection of $39,473,700
- Proposed FY 2024-25 personnel costs of $14,630,600
- Proposed FY 2024-25 non-personnel costs of $20,579,550
- Priorities for the $2.7 million unallocated fund balance
City Council Meeting (Regular and Special Improvement Authority) AMENDED
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss potential litigation regarding the Landslide Complex and other legal matters. The regular meeting includes a $99,800 contract increase for telecommunication permit services and reviews of state legislation.
- $99,800 contract increase for Ardurra Group, Inc. telecommunication services
- Potential class action lawsuit regarding the Landslide Complex
- $3,241 penalty fee waiver for unpermitted construction at 29740 Knoll View Drive
- Opposition to Assembly Bill 2560 (Density Bonus Law)
- Support for Senate Bill 1461 (Landslide emergency status)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a sign program for Western Plaza. The commission will also review a residential addition on West Summerland Street and wireless equipment updates at Golden Meadow Drive. Additionally, the commission will consider permits for live entertainment and alcohol sales at the Golden Cove Center.
- Permit for restaurant with alcohol and live entertainment at 31098 Hawthorne Boulevard
- Sign program for Western Plaza shopping center on South Western Avenue
- Second-story addition to a residence at 2131 W Summerland Street
- Wireless equipment replacement at 27901 Golden Meadow Drive
- Permit revision for amplified sound and outdoor entertainment at Golden Cove Center
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider recommended actions regarding the city's 6th Cycle Housing Element and associated implementation measures. This includes potential amendments to the General Plan, Coastal Specific Plan, zoning maps, and code standards.
- Review of draft revised final Housing Element & Housing Program Implementation Measures
- Proposed General Plan Amendment for the Revised Final 2021-2029 Housing Element
- Proposed updates to Accessory Dwelling Unit and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit development standards
City Council Meeting (Regular and **AMENDED Special Closed Session)
The Council will meet in closed session to discuss ongoing litigation, potential new lawsuits, and labor negotiations. During the regular meeting, members will consider a 3.5% dues increase for the South Bay Cities Council of Governments and a fee waiver request for wedding operations at Catalina View Event Garden.
- SBCCOG proposed dues increase of 3.5% with a 5% cap
- Fee waiver request for wedding ceremony expansion at Catalina View Event Garden
- Review of 2023 Annual General Plan Update Report
- Review of 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Rejection of claims filed by Richard, Rommel, and Rex Guinto, Kevin Cogan, and Patrizia Marras
City Council Special Meeting (Goal Setting Workshop)
The City Council will receive a status report on existing goals for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The workshop includes reviewing proposed goals for the upcoming 2024-25 fiscal year based on recommendations from staff and advisory boards.
- Review of FY 2023-24 City Council Goals status report
- Discussion of proposed FY 2024-25 City Council Goals
- Direction for staff to prepare a FY 2024-25 Goals Gantt Chart due June 4, 2024
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will review annual progress reports for the City's General Plan and Housing Element. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a residential addition and grading project at 4105 Maritime Road.
- Residential addition and grading permit for 4105 Maritime Road
- Review of the 2023 General Plan Annual Report
- Review of the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Approval of February 13, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
City Council Meeting (Special Closed Session)
The City Council will hold a closed session to conduct a conference with a labor negotiator. The discussion concerns labor negotiations involving the Rancho Palos Verdes Employees' Association and AFSCME District Council 36 regarding a Public Works Principal Engineer position.
- Labor negotiations with Rancho Palos Verdes Employees' Association
- Labor negotiations with AFSCME District Council 36 (Public Works Principal Engineer position)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will receive a status report on the Portuguese Bend Landslide Remediation Project, including updates on engineering and environmental impact reports. The Council will also review information regarding requesting a State of Emergency from the Governor for the landslide complex. Other business includes reviewing property donations and service contracts.
- Portuguese Bend Landslide Remediation Project status report
- Drone light show contract with Sky Elements, LLC up to $54,000 per year
- Real property donation on Cherry Hill Lane
- Amendment to Willdan Engineering professional services agreement
- Green Hills Memorial Park compliance review
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider permits to allow continued operation of wireless equipment at 100 Terranea Way. The agenda also includes a residential addition request for 7 Marguerite Drive and a view restoration permit for Enrose Avenue. Staff recommends approval for these items.
- Conditional Use Permits for T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon facilities at 100 Terranea Way
- Height variation and coastal permit for a 3,017 sq ft addition at 7 Marguerite Drive
- View restoration permit involving tree reduction on Enrose Avenue
City Council Meeting (Regular and Special Closed Session)
The City Council will meet for a closed session to discuss potential litigation and an employee performance evaluation. The regular meeting includes discussions on the Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex update and the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant project.
- Closed session regarding potential participation in amicus brief for City of Grants Pass v. Johnson
- Discussion of five potential litigation claims involving the Regional Board
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project
- Update on Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex conditions and FEMA reimbursement requests
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will review a request for a height variation and site plan review at 28621 Mount Hood Court to add 653 square feet to an existing residence. The commission will also consider receiving and filing a withdrawal request regarding a view restoration permit at 42 Avenida Corona.
- Height variation and site plan review for a 653 sq ft addition at 28621 Mount Hood Court
- Withdrawal of a view restoration permit request for 42 Avenida Corona
- Approval of the December 12, 2023, Planning Commission minutes
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold closed sessions regarding pending litigation and employee performance evaluations. During the regular meeting, the council will consider several administrative items including school resource officer funding and neighborhood beautification grants.
- Funding shared School Resource Officers through August 2026 at an annual cost not to exceed $97,500
- Increasing HR Green Pacific contract for engineer services from $128,000 to $196,000
- Awarding five Neighborhood Beautification Grants totaling $20,883
- Ratifying a $32,947.20 payment for water damage restoration at Point Vicente Interpretive Center
- Extending maximum bond maturity in the investment policy from three to five years