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Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special field trip meeting to review two residential projects. The commission will take public testimony and discuss the proposals before continuing the items to an evening meeting.

• Zoning Case No. 26-07: Site plan review, slope repair grading, fill import variance, and stable use permit for 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Zoning Case No. 24-043: Site plan review for a new residence, retaining walls, grading, and a detached garage variance for 6 Chuckwagon Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two residential zoning cases. The body will consider site plan reviews, variances, and permits for construction and grading at two specific properties.

• Zoning Case No. 26-07: Site plan review, slope repair grading, and stable use permit for 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Zoning Case No. 26-07: Variance to import 443 cubic yards of fill for 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Zoning Case No. 24-043: Site plan review for a new residence and retaining walls over 3 feet at 6 Chuckwagon Road
• Zoning Case No. 24-043: Conditional Use Permit and Variance for a detached garage at 6 Chuckwagon Road

City Council

The City Council will receive presentations on the Firewise USA program and e-bike safety on Portuguese Bend Road. The body will also review the 2026 Holiday Open House guest list and a grant support letter for Rancho Palos Verdes.

• Presentation regarding the Firewise USA program
• Verbal update on e-bike use safety along Portuguese Bend Road
• Approval of 2026 Holiday Open House Final Guest List
• Letter of Support for Rancho Palos Verdes’ PROTECT Planning Grant Application
• Closed session regarding City Manager performance evaluation and labor negotiations

City Council

The Rolling Hills City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a Memorandum of Understanding for a Peninsula-wide AI wildfire detection camera system, zoning cases, and various routine approvals. The council will also receive updates on county governance and a vetoed state bill, and will enter closed session for labor negotiations and a performance evaluation.

• MOU for PANO AI Wildfire Detection Camera System with neighboring cities
• Zoning Case 2026-70: Lot line adjustment to combine three lots into one 2.22-acre lot at 2 Williamsburg Lane
• Zoning Case 2026-40: Site plan review and variance for remodel at 7 Outrider Road
• Proclamation recognizing California Water Service's 100 years of service
• Authorization to join SBCCOG letter supporting South Bay Extreme Heat Action Plan

The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding for the PANO AI Wildfire Detection Camera System. The Council also authorized the Rolling Hills Internship Program to receive donations. Two zoning cases were received and filed.

• Approved PANO AI Wildfire Detection Camera System MOU (4-1)
• Recognized Rolling Hills Internship Program as eligible to receive donations (5-0)
• Zoning Case No. 2026-70 (2 Williamsburg Lane) received and filed (4-0)
• Zoning Case No. 2026-40 (7 Outrider Road) received and filed (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including payment of bills and Sept 14 minutes (4-0)
• Reaffirmed prior direction to Mayor regarding Measure G recommendations (5-0)

Traffic Commission

The Rolling Hills Traffic Commission will hold a regular meeting to receive a sheriff's report on traffic statistics and discuss several traffic-related items. The commission will consider modifying a stop sign location, potential speed limit pavement markings, and updates to parking ordinances. The meeting includes routine consent calendar items and public comment periods.

• Modify northbound stop sign at Eastfield Drive and Open Brand Road
• Potential speed limit pavement markings on Crest Road and other arterials
• Updates to overnight, narrow-road, parking permit, and equestrian trail parking ordinances
• Receive sheriff's traffic statistics report for July-August 2026
• Approve minutes for July 23, 2026 meeting

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning cases: one for a single-family residence reconstruction and grading at 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North, and another for a new residence at 6 Chuckwagon Road, which is recommended to be postponed to October 20, 2026. The commission will also consider consent calendar items, including approving the affidavit of posting and minutes from the August 18, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing on Zoning Case No. 26-07: Site Plan Review, variance for 443 cubic yards of fill, and CEQA exemption for 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Public hearing on Zoning Case No. 24-043: Site Plan Review for new residence and retaining walls at 6 Chuckwagon Road, recommended for postponement
• Consent calendar: Approve affidavit of posting for September 15, 2026 meeting
• Consent calendar: Approve minutes from August 18, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission met on September 15, 2026. The commission approved the consent calendar, which included the meeting minutes from August 18, 2026, and the affidavit of posting for the current meeting.

• Approved August 18, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Affidavit of Posting for September 15, 2026 meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

This is a special field trip meeting of the Rolling Hills Planning Commission, held off-site and not live-streamed. The commission will open a public hearing on a site plan review for a single-family residence reconstruction and slope repair at 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North, then continue discussion to the evening meeting. A second item on the agenda, a site plan review at 6 Chuckwagon Road, has been canceled and postponed due to a noticing error.

• Public hearing on Zoning Case 26-07: site plan review for reconstruction of a single-family residence and grading to repair a failed slope at 2950 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Variance request to import 443 cubic yards of fill for the Palos Verdes Drive North project
• Finding of categorical CEQA exemption for the Palos Verdes Drive North project
• Zoning Case 24-043 at 6 Chuckwagon Road canceled and postponed due to noticing error
• Approval of affidavit of posting for the special field trip meeting

The Planning Commission held a field trip meeting to walk the site of a proposed residence reconstruction and slope repair. No action was taken on the project, and the item was continued to the evening meeting. One other agenda item was canceled.

• Zoning Case No. 26-07 (2950 Palos Verdes Drive North) continued to evening meeting
• Zoning Case No. 24-043 (6 Chuckwagon Road) canceled

City Council

The Rolling Hills City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 14, 2026, covering routine approvals, a budget modification, and several discussion items. Key topics include revisiting fireworks enforcement, receiving fiscal year-end results, and adopting an ADA complaint policy. The council will also consider letters regarding state legislation and receive updates on various city programs.

• Adopt Resolution No. 1424 for a $445,518 budget modification for Tennis Courts ADA Improvements
• Discussion on fireworks enforcement and administrative citation options
• Consideration of letter requesting Governor's veto of Assembly Bill 1383
• Consideration of support for Assembly Bill 1546 regarding repeat DUI offenses
• Adopt Resolution No. 1423 approving ADA/Section 504 Nondiscrimination and Complaint Policy

The City Council approved a budget modification for tennis court ADA improvements and adopted a formal ADA complaint policy. The Council also directed staff to evaluate fireworks enforcement options and authorized letters to the Governor regarding two state bills.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1424 to increase Capital Projects Fund by $445,518 for Tennis Courts ADA Improvements (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1423 approving an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Complaint Policy (4-0)
• Adopted fireworks enforcement Option B and part of Option C, directing staff to evaluate proof and location standards (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter requesting Governor veto AB 1383 regarding public employee retirement benefits (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter requesting Governor approve AB 1546 regarding repeat DUI offenses (4-0)
• Approved $250.00 expenditure for an advertisement in the Peninsula Symphony’s 60th Season Program Book (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to work with staff to reaffirm City Council position on LA County Measure G Governance Reform (4-0)
• Approved scheduling of Council photographs (3-1)

City Council

The Rolling Hills City Council will consider several action items, including approving a professional services agreement with Geosyntec Consultants for stormwater compliance services at a cost not to exceed $82,075, and approving a memorandum of understanding for a regional drone program with neighboring cities. The council will also review a resolution for the League of California Cities conference, discuss wildfire-related legislative positions, and receive updates on Measure G. Consent calendar items include routine approvals and a conflict of interest code amendment.

• Professional Services Agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for stormwater services, not to exceed $82,075 (base $74,614 plus 10% contingency)
• Memorandum of Understanding for UAS drone procurement with Rancho Palos Verdes, Lomita, and Rolling Hills Estates for Sheriff's Lomita Station
• Resolution No. 1421 amending Conflict of Interest code
• Zoning Case 26-75: Variance for stable/corral waiver at 87 Eastfield Drive
• Zoning Case 26-55: Site Plan Review and variances at 29 Eastfield Drive

The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding for UAS drones for the LASD Lomita Station and a professional services agreement for stormwater consulting. The Council also authorized the Mayor to support prescribed grazing for wildfire prevention and engage with the Measure G Governance Reform Task Force.

• Approved MOU for UAS drones for LASD Lomita Station (5-0)
• Approved stormwater consulting agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1421 amending Conflict of Interest code (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to vote for resolution at League of California Cities General Assembly (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to send letter supporting prescribed grazing for wildfire prevention (4-1)
• Authorized Mayor to continue advocacy against Proposed Wildfire Liability Reforms (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to request direct city engagement in Measure G implementation (5-0)
• Received and filed zoning cases for 87 Eastfield Drive and 29 Eastfield Drive (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning cases: a lot line adjustment to combine three lots into one 2.22-acre lot at 2 Williamsburg Lane, and a site plan review with a variance request for a remodel and stable/corral set-aside at 7 Outrider Road. The commission will also consider approving the meeting minutes and the affidavit of posting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and consent calendar.

• Zoning Case No. 2026-70: Lot line adjustment to combine three lots (Lots 44, 45 & 46-A-RH) into one 2.22-acre lot at 2 Williamsburg Lane
• Zoning Case No. 2026-40: Site plan review for remodel and additions to a single-family residence, plus variance for stable and corral set-aside in front yard at 7 Outrider Road
• Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-14 for approval of the lot line adjustment
• Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-15 for approval of the site plan review and variance
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission approved a lot line adjustment to combine three lots into one 2.22-acre lot. The commission also approved a site plan review and variance for a residence remodel and stable area.

• Approved Zoning Case No. 2026-70 lot line adjustment at 2 Williamsburg Lane (3-0)
• Approved Zoning Case No. 2026-40 site plan review and variance for 7 Outrider Road (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including July 21, 2026 minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission is holding a special field trip meeting to visit properties related to two public hearings: a lot line adjustment to combine three lots at 2 Williamsburg Lane and a site plan review with a variance request at 7 Outrider Road. The commission will open the hearings, receive public testimony, and continue both items to the evening meeting. No final decisions are expected at this field trip.

• Zoning Case 2026-70: Lot line adjustment to combine three lots into one 2.22-acre lot at 2 Williamsburg Lane
• Zoning Case 2026-40: Site plan review for remodel/additions and variance for stable/corral in front yard at 7 Outrider Road
• Approve affidavit of posting for the special field trip meeting
• Public comment on non-agenda items (no action taken per Brown Act)

The Planning Commission met for field trips at 2 Williamsburg Lane and 7 Outrider Road. No decisions were made during the morning session, and the item for 2 Williamsburg Lane was continued to the evening meeting.

• Zoning Case No. 2026-70 (2 Williamsburg Lane) continued to evening meeting

City Council

The Rolling Hills City Council will consider adopting a budget modification adding $38,497 from General Fund reserves for the ALPR program, including camera replacement and maintenance. Other items include second reading of a zoning code amendment, reappointing planning commissioners, and discussing a letter of support for local land-use authority. The meeting also features presentations from summer interns and updates on fire inspections and organic waste compliance.

• Adopt Resolution No. 1420 for $38,497 budget increase for ALPR program
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 390 (zoning code amendment)
• Reappoint Planning Commissioners Abby Douglass and Greg Kirkpatrick through 2030
• Site Plan Review for new 7,050 sq ft residence at 1 Storm Hill Lane
• Consider letter of support to City of Murrieta for local housing/land-use authority

The Rolling Hills City Council approved a $38,497 budget modification for the ALPR program, adopted Ordinance No. 390 (zoning code amendment), and reappointed two Planning Commission members. They also authorized a letter of support for Murrieta's housing initiative and a letter opposing wildfire liability reform. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution No. 1420: $38,497 budget increase for ALPR program (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 390: Zoning Code amendment (5-0)
• Reappointed Abby Douglass and Greg Kirkpatrick to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Authorized letter of support for Murrieta's housing resolution (5-0)
• Authorized letter opposing wildfire liability reform (5-0)
• Directed staff to organize Strategic Planning Workshop after Nov. 2026 election (5-0)
• Received and filed Zoning Case No. 26-02 for 1 Storm Hill Lane (4-0, Mayor recused)
• Approved consent calendar except item 8H (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning code amendment for Williamsburg Lane and the placement of solid waste charges on the county tax roll. Members will also discuss locations for two new outdoor emergency sirens and a regional monitoring program agreement.

• Ordinance 390: Zoning Code Amendment regarding height limits for single-family homes on Williamsburg Lane
• Resolution No. 1419: Placing Republic Services solid waste charges on the FY 2026-27 LA County Tax Roll
• Proposed emergency siren locations on Portuguese Bend Road and Saddleback Road
• Memorandum of Agreement for the Peninsula Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program, including an optional $70,577 task
• Nuisance abatement status and further action for 6 Saddleback Road

The Rolling Hills City Council approved a Memorandum of Agreement for the Peninsula Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program, opting not to participate in Task 8. They also adopted Resolution No. 1419 to place solid waste charges on the county tax roll, introduced Ordinance 390 (zoning code amendment), and approved two new outdoor emergency siren locations—at Saddleback Road and Portuguese Bend Road (the latter with a geological study). All votes were unanimous except the siren locations, which passed 4-1 with Councilmember Wilson dissenting.

• Approved Memorandum of Agreement for Peninsula Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program without Task 8 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1419 placing Republic Services solid waste charges on FY 2026-27 county tax roll (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 390, zoning code amendment to Title 17 (unanimous)
• Approved emergency siren at Saddleback Road (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved emergency siren at Portuguese Bend Road with geological study (4-1, Wilson no)
• Agendized letter of support for League of California Cities resolution for Aug. 10 meeting (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Rolling Hills Traffic Commission will approve routine items such as the affidavit of posting and the May 28 meeting minutes. Commissioners will receive a traffic statistics report from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The commission will discuss a proposed driveway apron and driveway for a new single‑family home at 1 Storm Hill Lane (Zoning Case No. 26‑02) and forward recommendations to the City Council. A motion will also consider setting the November meeting date.

• Approve Affidavit of Posting for the July 23, 2026 meeting
• Approve the Minutes for the May 28, 2026 Traffic Commission meeting
• Receive and file traffic statistics report for May‑June 2026 from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Lomita Station
• Consider proposed driveway apron and driveway at 1 Storm Hill Lane (Zoning Case No. 26-02)
• Consider moving the November Traffic Commission meeting to Thursday, November 19, 2026 or another day

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes and agenda postings, consider two zoning case extensions, and hold public hearings on two variance requests.

• Approve minutes for June 16, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Zoning Case No. 24-017: Two-year extension for a pergola and pool variance at 9 Outrider Road
• Zoning Case No. 24-016: Two-year extension for a stable and grading project at 1 Morgan Lane
• Public Hearing: Variance to waive stable and corral set aside for 87 Eastfield Drive
• Public Hearing: Variance to construct in front yard for 29 Eastfield Drive

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission unanimously approved two public hearing items: a variance to waive the stable and corral set-aside requirement for a residence addition at 87 Eastfield Drive (Resolution 2026-12), and a site plan review with variances for grading, front yard setback, and stable/corral set-aside waiver at 29 Eastfield Drive (Resolution 2026-13). The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included two-year time extensions for previously approved zoning cases at 9 Outrider Road and 1 Morgan Lane. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Douglass absent.

• Approved Resolution 2026-12 for variance at 87 Eastfield Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-13 for site plan and variances at 29 Eastfield Drive (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including time extensions for 9 Outrider Road and 1 Morgan Lane (4-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will approve the affidavit of posting for the special field‑trip meeting. It will open public hearings on two zoning cases: a variance to waive the stable and corral set‑aside requirement for 87 Eastfield Drive, and a variance to allow a front‑yard setback and waive the stable and corral set‑aside for 29 Eastfield Drive. Both projects are found exempt from CEQA. The hearings will receive public testimony and continue to the evening meeting.

• Approve Affidavit of Posting for the Special Field Trip Meeting
• Variance request to waive stable and corral set‑aside for 87 Eastfield Drive
• Variance request for front‑yard setback and waiver of stable/corral set‑aside for 29 Eastfield Drive
• Both projects found exempt from CEQA
• Public hearings to be opened, receive testimony, and continue to evening meeting

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission conducted a field trip meeting on July 21, 2026, visiting properties at 87 Eastfield Drive and 29 Eastfield Drive to inspect project sites. No substantive decisions or votes were made during the field trip, and both zoning cases were continued to the evening meeting.

• Zoning Case No. 26-75 (87 Eastfield Drive) continued to the evening meeting
• Zoning Case No. 26-55 (29 Eastfield Drive) continued to the evening meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan review and multiple permits for a new single-family home and accessory structures. The council will also consider supporting state legislation regarding public records response timelines.

• Zoning Case No. 26-73: Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permits for a residence, guest house, stable, and corral at 23 Crest Road East
• Resolution No. 1418 regarding the 23 Crest Road East project
• Authorization for the Mayor to sign a letter of support for AB 1821 (Pacheco) concerning California Public Records Act timelines
• Republic Services Recycling Tonnage and Complaint Reports for May 2026
• Status update on the SAFE Network and SAFE Unit Information Workshop

City Council

The City Council will consider declaring a property a public nuisance and ordering its abatement. Members will also discuss emergency siren locations and receive updates on a sewer main project.

• Public hearing regarding nuisance abatement at 6 Saddleback Road
• Amendment to legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger for updated City Attorney fee schedule
• Resolution No. 1417 to update the City of Rolling Hills Records Retention Schedule
• Discussion on community outreach for emergency sirens at Saddleback Road and Portuguese Bend Road
• Status update on Phase 1 of the Portuguese Bend Road / Rolling Hills Road 8" Sewer Main Project

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 1416 declaring the property at 6 Saddleback Road a public nuisance and ordering its abatement, directing staff to report back at the July 27 meeting. The council also approved the consent calendar, including Resolution No. 1417 updating the records retention schedule and an amended legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger. All other items were received and filed, including updates on the outdoor emergency siren, tennis court handrails, resident-submitted amenity ideas, and the sewer main project, which was tabled pending further funding information.

• Approved Resolution No. 1416 declaring 6 Saddleback Road a public nuisance and ordering abatement, with a staff update due July 27
• Approved the consent calendar, including Resolution No. 1417 (records retention) and the amended legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger
• Received and filed the outdoor emergency siren update; directed staff to hold site-specific silhouette viewings and provide tentative dates for SAFE unit soft launch events
• Received and filed the tennis court handrails update; directed staff to take no further action until the Community Association completes cabana construction
• Received and filed resident-submitted amenity ideas; directed staff to revisit if a significant donation requires policy changes
• Received and filed the sewer main project update; tabled the matter pending further funding information from Congressmember Lieu's office and the USDA

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed ordinance to change residential height limits on Williamsburg Lane and a site plan for a new home at 1 Storm Hill Lane. The body will also consider a time extension for a lot line adjustment at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 390 to amend Municipal Code height limits for single-family homes on Williamsburg Lane
• Zoning Case No. 26-02: Site Plan Review for a 7,050 square foot residence and improvements at 1 Storm Hill Lane
• Zoning Case No. 24-018: One-year time extension for a lot line adjustment at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane
• Zoning Case 26-35: Site Plan Review and Variance for a freestanding deck at 8 Buggy Whip Drive

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission approved a site plan review for a new 7,050 square foot residence with basement, attached three-car garage, swimming pool/spa, and grading at 1 Storm Hill Lane, with added language requiring landscaping not exceed the roof ridge line. The commission also granted a one-year time extension for a lot line adjustment at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane, continued a public hearing for a deck at 8 Buggy Whip Drive to September 15, 2026, and approved the consent calendar and supplemental items. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Kirkpatrick absent.

• Approved Resolution 2026-07 for 7,050 sq ft home at 1 Storm Hill Lane with landscape height restriction (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-08 granting one-year extension for lot line adjustment at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for deck at 8 Buggy Whip Drive to September 15, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar except item 7C (4-0)
• Received and filed Blue Folder Item 10A (4-0)

Planning Commission

At a special field trip meeting, the Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Site Plan Review for a new 7,050 square foot residence with basement, attached three-car garage, swimming pool/spa, and grading at 1 Storm Hill Lane. Staff recommend opening the hearing, receiving testimony, discussing the project, and continuing it to the evening regular meeting. The commission will also consider approving an affidavit of posting for the regular meeting.

• Zoning Case No. 26-02: Site Plan Review for a 7,050 sq ft residence with garage, pool/spa, grading at 1 Storm Hill Lane (APN 7570-024-019)
• Recommendation to open public hearing and continue to evening meeting
• Approve Affidavit of Posting for the June 16, 2026 regular Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission held a field trip meeting at 1 Storm Hill Lane to review a site plan for a new 7,050 square foot residence with basement, garage, pool, and grading. Public comments were heard, including a neighbor's concern about proposed tree heights blocking views. No decision was made; the item was continued to the regular evening meeting on the same day.

• Continued Zoning Case No. 26-02 (site plan review for 1 Storm Hill Lane) to the evening meeting of June 16, 2026
• Approved the affidavit of posting for the field trip meeting (item 4.A)

City Council

The Rolling Hills City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the FY 2026-2027 budget for multiple funds and establishing the annual appropriations limit. Additionally, a public hearing will be held to consider increasing the maximum refuse services rate for FY 2026/27. The council will also discuss authorizing participation in the DisasterLAN emergency management platform and several administrative items such as approving minutes, payment of bills, and planning commission recruitment.

• Public hearing to adopt FY 2026-2027 budget and appropriations limit (Resolutions No. 1412 and 1413)
• Public hearing to increase maximum refuse services rate for FY 2026/27 (Resolution No. 1414)
• Authorization to participate in DisasterLAN emergency management platform
• Authorizing termination of Doty Bros. Equipment Company contract due to funding contingency failure (Project No. 2025-02)
• Review and approve recruitment schedule for Planning Commission terms expired January 1, 2026

The Rolling Hills City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2026-27 budget (Resolution 1412) and set the GANN limit (Resolution 1413), and also approved a one-year increase to the maximum refuse services rate (Resolution 1414) despite nine protest forms. The council authorized participation in the DisasterLAN emergency management platform until October 2028, and approved sending a notice of termination to Doty Bros. Equipment Company for a utility project. All votes were unanimous with all five members present.

• Adopted FY 2026-27 budget including all funds (Resolution 1412) (5-0)
• Established FY 2026-27 GANN appropriations limit (Resolution 1413) (5-0)
• Increased maximum refuse services rate for FY 2026/27 (Resolution 1414) (5-0)
• Authorized participation in DisasterLAN emergency platform until October 2028 (5-0)
• Authorized sending Notice of Termination to Doty Bros. for Statler 16KV SUB project (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 1415 for Beacon Program (5-0)

Traffic Commission

The Rolling Hills Traffic Commission will discuss a driveway apron relocation at 9 Portuguese Bend Road (Zoning Case No. 22-81), follow up on potential revisions to the overnight parking restriction ordinance, and consider speed limit pavement markings on Crest Road. They will also receive a traffic statistics report from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Lomita Station, for March-April 2026, and an update from Rolling Hills Estates on recent speed limit changes on Palos Verdes Drive North.

• Consideration of driveway apron relocation at 9 Portuguese Bend Road (Zoning Case No. 22-81) with recommendation to forward to Planning Commission and City Council
• Follow-up discussion on potential revisions to the Rolling Hills Municipal Code overnight parking restriction ordinance
• Consideration of potential speed limit pavement markings along Crest Road and other arterial roadways
• Receive and file a verbal report on traffic statistics for March-April 2026 from LASD Lomita Station
• Update from Rolling Hills Estates regarding recent speed limit changes on Palos Verdes Drive North

The Commission approved a driveway apron and driveway relocation for Zoning Case No. 22-81. Members also directed staff to contact residents violating parking codes and to research speed limit pavement markings.

• Approved driveway apron and driveway relocation at 9 Portuguese Bend Road (5-0)
• Directed staff to contact residents repeatedly violating municipal parking codes (5-0)
• Directed staff to consult Caballeros Club on space needed for horses to pass safely (5-0)
• Directed staff to return with engineer-approved recommendations for Crest Road signage and pavement markings (5-0)
• Approved March 26, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed LA County Sheriff's Department traffic statistics for March-April 2026 (5-0)

City Council

The Rolling Hills City Council will discuss a proposed veto request to Governor Newsom regarding AB 1768, which concerns local transaction and use taxes. The council will also receive and file zoning cases for a gazebo at 1 Chestnut Ln and a new residence at 4 Spur Ln, accept completion of the Tennis Court ADA Improvement Project, and discuss adding handrails at the tennis court steps and a response to a Los Angeles County homelessness governance motion. The meeting includes a closed session to evaluate the City Attorney and discuss two pending lawsuits against SCE and SoCalGas.

• Authorize Mayor to sign veto request letter for AB 1768 (Bryan) Transactions and Use Taxes: Los Angeles County
• Receive and file Zoning Case 26-38: 135 sq ft covered gazebo and outdoor kitchen with variance at 1 Chestnut Ln
• Receive and file Zoning Case 26-37: Demolish and construct new residence, garage, pool, retaining walls at 4 Spur Ln
• Accept Tennis Court ADA Improvement Project #2025-03 as complete; release retention to Fidelity Builders, Inc.
• Consider response to Los Angeles County Homelessness Governance motion and additional handrails at tennis court steps

The council approved the consent calendar, which included bill payments and prior meeting minutes. Staff files for two residential zoning cases at 1 Chestnut Ln and 4 Spur Lane were received and filed without action, establishing standards for nearby property development. The council formally accepted the completed Tennis Court ADA Improvement Project #2025-03 to finalize accessibility upgrades at the public courts, and tabled a discussion on adding handrails to the steps until June 2026 so staff can consult with the Rolling Hills Community Association.

• Approved consent calendar including bill payments and prior minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed zoning case 26-38 for a gazebo at 1 Chestnut Ln (4-0)
• Received and filed zoning case 26-37 for new residence construction at 4 Spur Lane (3-0, Mirsch recused)
• Accepted Tennis Court ADA Improvement Project #2025-03 as complete (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on tennis court handrails until June 22 meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed response to Los Angeles County homelessness governance motion (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site plan review and variance for a new freestanding deck in an existing riding ring at 8 Buggy Whip Drive. Commissioners will also discuss and provide direction on a potential amendment to structure height standards for Williamsburg Lane. Consent calendar items include approval of meeting minutes and posting affidavit.

• Public Hearing: Site Plan Review and Variance for a freestanding deck at 8 Buggy Whip Drive (Sung, Lot 247-B-2-MS)
• Discussion on potential amendment to structure height standards for Williamsburg Lane
• Consent Calendar: Approve minutes of April 21, 2026 meeting
• Consent Calendar: Approve affidavit of posting for this meeting

The commission approved the meeting agenda without objection. It then approved the consent calendar, including the affidavit of posting and the April 21 minutes, with all present members voting aye.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous, no objection)
• Approved consent calendar – affidavit of posting and April 21 minutes (ayes: Cardenas, Douglass, Kirkpatrick, Chair Chelf; noes: none; absent: Soo)

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission is holding a special field trip meeting to conduct a public hearing on Zoning Case No. 26-35, a site plan review and variance for a new freestanding deck within an existing riding ring at 8 Buggy Whip Drive. The item will be discussed and then continued to the evening regular meeting for further action. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Zoning Case No. 26-35: Site plan review and variance for a freestanding deck in the rear-yard setback at 8 Buggy Whip Drive

The Planning Commission approved the affidavit of posting for the special field trip meeting on May 19, 2026. The site‑plan review for a new deck at 8 Buggy Whip Drive was not decided and was continued to the evening meeting. The field‑trip meeting was adjourned at 7:45 a.m.

• Approved affidavit of posting for May 19 field trip
• Site‑plan review for 8 Buggy Whip Drive continued to evening meeting (no decision)

City Council

The City Council will receive and file a presentation on the recommended General Fund expenditure budget for fiscal year 2026-27 and update revenue estimates. The council will also consider adopting resolutions for the November 2026 consolidated election, assigning Proposition C Transportation Funds to Rolling Hills Estates for a road project, and establishing a policy for disruption of telephonic or internet service during public meetings. Additionally, the council will discuss whether to support Assembly Bill 2529 on government claims accountability.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget including General Fund expenditure budget and revenue estimates
• Adopt Resolutions 1408 and 1409 consolidating municipal election with November 3, 2026 Statewide General Election
• Adopt Resolution 1410 assigning Proposition C Transportation Funds to Rolling Hills Estates for the Palos Verdes Drive North and Dapplegray School Intersection Improvement Project
• Adopt Resolution 1411 establishing a Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service during Public Meetings Policy per SB 707
• Consideration of support for Assembly Bill 2529 (Johnson) – Government Claims Accountability

The council adopted Resolution 1410, assigning available Proposition C transportation funds to the Palos Verdes Drive North and Dapplegray School Intersection Improvement Project. It also adopted Resolution 1411 establishing a policy on telephonic or internet service disruptions during public meetings. The council approved a $62,000 reduction in the FY 2026‑27 budget by removing $7,000 for temporary salaries and $55,000 for buildings and equipment. A motion was passed directing the mayor to write a letter of support for Assembly Bill 2529 with proposed changes.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous 5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1410 assigning Proposition C funds to Palos Verdes Drive project (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous 5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 1408 and 1409 for the November 3, 2026 general municipal election (unanimous 5-0)
• Reduced FY 2026‑27 budget by $62,000 (unanimous 5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 1411 on telephonic/internet service disruption policy (unanimous 5-0)
• Directed mayor to write a letter supporting Assembly Bill 2529 (unanimous 5-0)
• Received and filed update on City Hall Campus capital projects (unanimous 5-0)

Finance/Budget/Audit Committee

The Finance/Budget/Audit Committee will first approve the affidavit of posting for this special meeting. It will then receive and file a staff presentation on the recommended General Fund expenditure budget and updated revenue estimates for fiscal year 2026‑27. No other actions are listed.

• Approve Affidavit of Posting for the Special Finance/Budget/Audit Committee Meeting of May 5, 2026
• Receive and file staff presentation of the FY 2026‑27 Recommended General Fund budget and revenue updates

The committee approved the consent calendar for the May 5, 2026 meeting. No other actions were taken; staff was directed to return the FY 2026‑27 recommended budget to the City Council for further discussion on temporary salaries and buildings & equipment expenses.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return FY 2026‑27 budget to City Council for discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider participating in an emergency AM radio program with the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. Members will also discuss potential modifications to the municipal code regarding overnight parking restrictions.

• Emergency construction contract for Pearce Concrete & Masonry, Inc. for City Hall water main repair not-to-exceed $29,373
• Resolution 1407 to exchange Proposition A Funds with Palos Verdes Peninsula Transit Authority for General Funds
• Discussion on potential MOU for an emergency AM radio program with Rancho Palos Verdes
• Review of Traffic Commission's recommendation to modify overnight parking restriction ordinances
• Receipt of the First Quarter 2026 Code Compliance Quarterly Report

The council adopted the consent calendar, which included Resolution 1407 to exchange Proposition A funds with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Transit Authority and reaffirmed a $29,373 emergency water‑main repair contract. It also directed the Traffic Commission to re‑evaluate overnight parking restrictions and passed a motion to monitor the Rancho Palos Verdes emergency AM radio program without further research. Routine reports and agenda items were filed, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved order of agenda (unanimous 4‑0)
• Received and filed Blue Folder Item 8G (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items, including Resolution 1407 fund exchange and $29,373 emergency water‑main contract (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment of bills (Item 8D) (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved motion to monitor emergency AM radio program, no further research (unanimous 4‑0)
• Directed Traffic Commission to re‑evaluate overnight parking restrictions, consider 48‑hour limit and parking passes (unanimous 4‑0)
• Received and filed Code Compliance Quarterly Report for Q1 2026 (unanimous 4‑0)

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning cases. The first is a site plan review, conditional use permit, and variance for a 135-square-foot covered gazebo and outdoor kitchen at 1 Chestnut Ln. The second is a site plan review and variance to demolish an existing residence and build a new home with garage, swimming pool, retaining walls, and grading at 4 Spur Lane. The meeting also includes consent calendar items to approve the meeting minutes and affidavit of posting. Public comment on non-agenda items is accepted.

• Public hearing for Zoning Case 26-38: site plan review, conditional use permit, and variance for a 135-sq-ft covered gazebo and outdoor kitchen at 1 Chestnut Ln (Icarus LP, Mittal)
• Public hearing for Zoning Case 26-37: site plan review and variance to demolish residence, construct new home, attached garage, swimming pool, retaining walls up to 5 ft, non-exempt grading, and exceed 40% disturbance at 4 Spur Lane (Lukic)
• Approve minutes from the February 17, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Approve affidavit of posting for the April 21, 2026 regular meeting

The commission unanimously approved the Blue Folder items and the consent calendar. It also adopted Resolution 2026-04 for a gazebo and kitchen at 1 Chestnut Ln and Resolution 2026-05 for a new residence at 4 Spur Lane. All motions passed without objection.

• Approved Blue Folder items (unanimous vote: Cardenas, Soo, Kirkpatrick, Chair Chelf)
• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous vote: Cardenas, Soo, Kirkpatrick, Chair Chelf)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-04 for 1 Chestnut Ln site plan (unanimous vote: Cardenas, Soo, Kirkpatrick, Chair Chelf)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-05 for 4 Spur Lane site plan (unanimous vote: Cardenas, Kirkpatrick, Chair Chelf)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a $29,373 contract to repair the City Hall water main and a $77,231 budget modification for a generator project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a trash monitoring agreement and discussion on housing legislation.

• Authorize $29,373 emergency water main repair contract
• Approve $77,231 budget modification for generator project
• Public hearing on trash monitoring agreement
• Discussion on housing legislation SB 866
• Consideration of FY 26/27 COG membership dues

The council approved the agenda, blue‑folder items, and the consent calendar (excluding one item). It adopted a FY 2025‑2026 budget modification of $77,231, approved a three‑year trash‑monitoring services agreement, and awarded an emergency water‑main repair contract to Pearce Concrete & Masonry, Inc. for up to $29,373. The council also voted to remain a member of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments and referred a Williamsburg Lane height‑standard proposal to the planning commission.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Received and filed Blue Folder Item 12B (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items (excluding Item 8F) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1406, increasing appropriations by $77,231 (unanimous)
• Approved three‑year professional services agreement with John L. Hunter & Associates (4‑1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1405, awarding Pearce Concrete & Masonry contract up to $29,373 (unanimous)
• Voted to remain a member of South Bay Cities Council of Governments (unanimous)
• Sent Williamsburg Lane height‑standard proposal to Planning Commission (4‑1)