Rolling Hills Estates public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Rolling Hills Estates City Council meeting scheduled for December 28, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

• No items were scheduled.

Equestrian Committee

The regular meeting of the Rolling Hills Estates Equestrian Committee scheduled for December 27, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled.

Park and Activities Commission

The Rolling Hills Estates Park and Activities Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Draft Sustainability Element for the 2040 General Plan and Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR). The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 27, 2021, meeting.

• Review of Draft Sustainability Element for Planning Application No. 210363
• Approval of October 27, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the annual financial report and approve several contracts for city projects. Key items include playground equipment for Rockbluff Park and a pathway project at Ernie Howlett Park. The council will also consider purchasing an electric vehicle and making committee appointments.

• $137,254.80 contract for Rockbluff Park playground equipment and ADA enhancements
• $67,780 task order with Willdan Engineering for Ernie Howlett Park pathway project
• Purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV for $30,073.75
• $21,000 amendment to Bolton Engineering Corporation agreement for George F Canyon Nature Center
• Approval of $5,000 for a Snow Day event on January 29, 2022

Park and Activities Commission

The Commission will review a revised survey for the Chandler Park playground and consider a new program proposal for South Bay Music Together. The agenda also includes verbal reports regarding the Parade of Lights and the Adopt-a-Park program.

• Revised survey for Chandler Park playground
• New program proposal: South Bay Music Together
• Verbal report on Parade of Lights
• Verbal report on Adopt-a-Park program
• Review of November 9, 2021 City Council actions

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for applicants seeking vacancies on the Planning Commission and the Environmental Advisory Committee. The meeting also includes interviews for commissioners with expiring terms.

• Interviews for Planning Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Environmental Advisory Committee vacancies
• Interviews for commissioners with expiring terms

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the Draft General Plan 2040 and its Program Environmental Impact Report. The meeting also includes public hearings for parking requirement amendments at 11 Montecillo Drive and residential additions at 7 Sorrel Lane.

• Parking requirement amendment for 11 Montecillo Drive
• Review of Draft General Plan 2040 and Program Environmental Impact Report
• Residential additions and yard deviations at 7 Sorrel Lane

Equestrian Committee

The Equestrian Committee will review a trail riding operation permit and the equestrian issues log. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of October 25, 2021, meeting minutes
• Trail riding operation permit review
• Equestrian issues log review
• Trails report

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for November 23, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting was originally scheduled to be held via teleconference.

Equestrian Committee

The regular meeting of the Rolling Hills Estates Equestrian Committee scheduled for November 22, 2021, was canceled due to the Thanksgiving holiday. A special meeting is instead scheduled for November 29, 2021, via teleconference.

• Cancellation of the November 22 regular meeting
• Special meeting scheduled for November 29, 2021

Park and Activities Commission

The Park and Activities Commission will review proposals for the Rockbluff Playground, including quotes from several vendors. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Chandler Park playground survey and the Perimeter Pathway Project.

• Rockbluff Playground proposals with quotes from Dave Bang and Associates, PlayPower, and Landscape Structures
• Chandler Park playground survey
• Perimeter Pathway Project staff report
• Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament verbal report
• Review of City Council actions from October 12 and October 26, 2021

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding smoking, bicycles, and sidewalk vendors. The council is also considering the purchase of an electric vehicle and the installation of new charging stations at City Hall.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 735 regulating smoking
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 736 regarding bicycles and electric bicycles
• Purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV for $30,073.75
• Proposal to install six electric vehicle charging stations at City Hall
• Approval of warrants totaling $561,514.94

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting to share information regarding the proposed General Plan Update. The session includes discussing the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) and receiving public comments on the Draft PEIR.

• Discussion of Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR)
• Review of Draft General Plan Update 2040
• Public comment period for the Draft PEIR

Traffic and Safety Committee

The Traffic and Safety Committee will review requests to remove stop signs at Masongate Drive, Sugarhill Drive, and Ferncreek Drive. The meeting also includes discussion of a draft Local Roadway Safety Plan and traffic congestion at Rancho Vista School.

• Request to remove stop signs at Masongate Drive/Sugarhill Drive and Ferncreek Drive
• Request to add a No U-Turn sign on Palos Verdes Drive North
• Stakeholder input for the draft Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Discussion of traffic congestion at Rancho Vista School

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Estates Planning Commission is reviewing several applications during this meeting. These include a request to update parking requirements for the Jack Kramer Club and requests for residential fence height and setback variances on High-ridge Road. The commission will also review recent City Council actions.

• Parking requirement amendment at 11 Montecillo Drive
• Request for a 6' front yard fence variance at 29970 Highridge Road
• Request for a 6' front yard fence and setback variance at 29980 Highridge Road

Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on the SCE Charge Ready 2 program and a grant for zero emission vehicle procurement. Members will also discuss Assembly Bill 1346 regarding small off-road engines and receive a report on drought conservation measures.

• SCE Charge Ready 2 Program update
• AQMD-MSRC Grant for zero emission vehicle procurement
• Assembly Bill (AB) 1346 regarding small off-road engines
• Statewide drought emergency and conservation measures report
• Approval of June 16, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review grant applications for the George F Canyon Nature Center and Butcher Park. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances regarding bicycles, sidewalk vending, and smoking. Additionally, the Council will consider contracts for park fencing and storm drain repairs.

• Grant applications for George F Canyon Nature Center ($1,000,000) and Butcher Park ($100,000)
• Contract with Valley Cities Gonzales Fence, Inc. for $52,800 to upgrade Highridge Park fencing
• Ordinance 736 regarding bicycle and electric bicycle regulations
• Ordinance 737 establishing sidewalk vending regulations
• Storm drain repair contract on Hawthorne Blvd totaling $74,080

Equestrian Committee

The committee will consider approving meeting minutes from August 23 and September 27, 2021. Staff will present verbal reports regarding equestrian emergency preparedness and the equestrian issues log. A committee report on trails is also scheduled for discussion.

• Approval of August 23, 2021, and September 27, 2021, meeting minutes
• Staff report on equestrian emergency preparedness
• Review of the equestrian issues log
• Committee report on trails

Park and Activities Commission

The Commission will discuss playground matters at Chandler Park and Pepperwood Park. The meeting also includes a review of public riding ring rules for the Chandler Arena and reports on recent city events.

• Playground discussion for Chandler Park and Pepperwood Park
• Review of public riding ring rules for Chandler Arena
• Reports on City Celebration, Snow Day, and Parade of Lights
• Tracy Austin Double Tournament verbal report

City Council

The City Council will vote on adopting Ordinance No. 735 regarding smoking regulations. The agenda also includes discussions on the George F Canyon Nature Center and a mural project at Highridge Park. Additionally, the Council will consider approving warrants totaling $312,054.14.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 735 regarding smoking regulation
• Approval of Highridge Park mural project up to $5,830
• Discussion on future use for George F Canyon Nature Center
• Approval of warrants totaling $312,054.14
• Review of commission and committee appointment processes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request for one-story additions and a pool at 4 Rustler Lane. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding parking requirement changes for the Jack Kramer Club at 11 Montecillo Drive.

• One-story additions and ridge height increase at 4 Rustler Lane
• Construction of a pool house, pool/spa, and retaining walls at 4 Rustler Lane
• Public hearing for parking requirement amendments at 11 Montecillo Drive

City Council

The City Council will consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 735 regarding smoking regulations. The agenda also includes an appeal for a planning application at 2 Branding Iron Lane and a management agreement for the Peninsula Holiday Parade of Lights.

• Introduction of Ordinance No. 735 to regulate smoking
• Adoption of FY 2021-22 Publicly Available Pay Schedule
• Agreement with Pageantry Productions for Peninsula Holiday Parade management
• Resolution No. 2486 regarding an appeal for 2 Branding Iron Lane
• Approval of warrants and demands totaling $884,901.68

Equestrian Committee

The Rolling Hills Estates Equestrian Committee is meeting to consider a contract renewal for the Peter Weber Equestrian Center. The agenda also includes a review of public riding ring rules and various staff reports.

• Peter Weber Equestrian Center contract renewal
• Review of public riding ring rules
• Approval of August 23, 2021 meeting minutes

Park and Activities Commission

The Park and Activities Commission is reviewing several community projects and event proposals. The agenda includes discussions regarding the George F Canyon Nature Center and the Highridge Park Mural Project. The meeting also covers updates on local races and tournaments.

• Peninsula Holiday Parade Management Agreement
• George F Canyon Nature Center future facility use discussion
• Highridge Park Mural Project
• Peninsula Education Foundation event proposal
• 2021 Hills Are Alive Race debrief

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a Planning Commission decision for 2 Branding Iron Lane. The agenda also includes an amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement and several traffic safety items. Additionally, the Council will review city warrants totaling $232,887.40.

• Public hearing on planning application appeal at 2 Branding Iron Lane
• First amendment to City Manager employment agreement
• Approval of city warrants totaling $232,887.40
• Notice of completion for the John and Lynn Taber Grove project ($58,400)
• Traffic safety items for 3717 Palos Verdes Drive North and Masongate Drive

Planning Commission

The adjourned meeting of the Rolling Hills Estates Planning Commission scheduled for September 7, 2021, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing proposals for street resurfacing engineering and a septic to sewer study for the Marloma neighborhood. The agenda also includes the approval of $501,308.63 in warrants and a proposal for a concert at Ernie Howlett Park.

• $159,382 task order for 2021-22 street resurfacing project engineering
• $109,526 contract for Marloma neighborhood septic to sewer study using ARPA funds
• $501,308.63 in total warrants and supplemental warrants
• $2,500 proposal for a concert at Ernie Howlett Park

Equestrian Committee

The committee will review the June 28, 2021 meeting minutes and receive verbal reports regarding COVID-19, city celebrations, and emergency preparedness. Staff will also present the equestrian issues log.

• Approval of June 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• COVID-19 update report
• Equestrian Issues Log review
• Equestrian Emergency Preparedness report
• Adopt-a-Trail committee report

Traffic and Safety Committee

The committee will review an address number for 3717 Palos Verdes Drive North. Discussion also includes a Masongate Drive equestrian crosswalk and a speed hump survey for Dapplegray Lanes.

• Address number for 3717 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Masongate Drive equestrian crosswalk
• Dapplegray Lanes speed hump survey
• Approval of May 4, 2021, meeting minutes

Park and Activities Commission

The Commission will review a staff report regarding the Peninsula Holiday Parade Management Agreement and discuss Concerts in the Park. The meeting also includes verbal updates on Hills are Alive, the Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament, and Taber Grove.

• Peninsula Holiday Parade Management Agreement staff report
• Concerts in the Park staff report
• Hills are Alive update
• Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament update
• PVPLC George F. Canyon Annual Report

City Council

The Rolling Hills Estates City Council will consider a new lease for the City Hall copy machine and authorize a letter opposing AB 215. The agenda also includes updates on public engagement and Los Angeles County health orders.

• Approval of warrants totaling $481,283.15
• Lease agreement with Canon Solutions America for City Hall copier
• Authorization of a letter opposing AB 215
• Update on Los Angeles County Safer at Home Order

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several residential development applications and permit requests. Items include a request to demolish and rebuild a home at 2 Branding Iron Lane and additions at 2665 Palos Verdes Drive North. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding parking amendments and unpermitted construction on Silver Saddle Lane.

• Demolition of single-story home and new construction at 2 Branding Iron Lane
• One and two-story additions and ADU expansion at 2665 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Parking requirement amendment for the Jack Kramer Club at 11 Montecillo Drive
• Legalization of unpermitted porch and retaining walls at 2 Silver Saddle Lane

City Council

The City Council will consider professional services agreements for the George F Canyon Nature Center project. The agenda also includes reviewing June financial reports and authorizing a letter to the California Citizens Redistricting Commission.

• $234,895 agreement with Roesling Nakamura Terada Architects, Inc. for nature center plans
• $67,535 task order with MBI for environmental review
• Approval of warrants and demands totaling $1,187,742.24
• Letter to California Citizens Redistricting Commission regarding regional representation

Equestrian Committee

The regularly scheduled Rolling Hills Estates Equestrian Committee meeting for July 26, 2021, was canceled. This cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to discuss a potential appeal regarding the Planning Commission's approval of PA-210169. This is the only item listed under new business for this session.

• Discussion on potential appeal of Planning Commission approval PA-210169

Park and Activities Commission

The commission will review a staff report regarding the Highridge Park Mural Project. The meeting also includes verbal reports on Hills Are Alive, the Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament, and a City Celebration.

• Highridge Park Mural Project staff report
• Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament update
• Hills Are Alive update
• City Celebration update
• Review of June 22, 2021 City Council actions

City Council

The regularly scheduled Rolling Hills Estates City Council meeting on July 13, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a neighborhood compatibility determination for a new two-story single family residence at 27063 Palos Verdes Drive East. The meeting also includes the approval of June 7, 2021 minutes and updates on recent City Council actions.

• Neighborhood compatibility determination for a new two-story residence at 27063 Palos Verdes Drive East
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 7, 2021
• Information regarding City Council actions and budget study session from June 8, 2021

Equestrian Committee

The Equestrian Committee is meeting to review a proposal for a new Equestrian Ambassador Program. Staff will also provide verbal updates regarding COVID-19, Fourth of July safety, and enforcement on trails and arenas.

• Proposal for new Equestrian Ambassador Program
• COVID-19 update
• Fourth of July safety update
• Enforcement on trails and arenas
• Adopt-a-Trail committee report

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget, including appropriation limits and investment policies. The council also plans to review amendments to personnel rules and several service contracts.

• Adoption of FY 2021-22 budget and municipal fees
• Amendment to City Personnel Rules (Resolution 2485)
• $99,469 contract amendment for MS4 permit compliance services
• Approval of SB 1 road repair project list
• New seven-year street sweeping services agreement

Park and Activities Commission

The commission will review the Ernie Howlett Park perimeter pathway and receive updates on several community events. These include reports on the Hills Are Alive Race, the Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament, and the Mayor's Breakfast Ride.

• Review of Ernie Howlett Park perimeter pathway
• Hills Are Alive Race update
• Tracy Austin Doubles Tournament update
• Adopt-a-Park report
• Mayor's Breakfast Ride update

Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss Assembly Bill 1346 regarding air pollution from small off-road engines. Members will also receive an update on SCAQMD-MRSC grant utilization and the SCE Charge Ready Program. Additionally, staff will provide a verbal update on website improvements and energy-related permits.

• Assembly Bill 1346 discussion regarding small off-road engines
• SCAQMD-MRSC grant utilization and SCE Charge Ready Program update
• Approval of April 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Website improvement and energy-related permits verbal update

City Council

The City Council will conduct a study session to review information and discuss programs and services. This discussion is intended to allow staff to prepare the final budget for a public hearing on June 22, 2021.

• Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Study Session

City Council

The City Council will review the Draft 2021-2029 Housing Element and direct staff to transmit it for preliminary review. The council will also consider development agreements for the Butcher Park project. Additionally, they will address various warrants and routine reports.

• Review of Draft 2021-2029 Housing Element
• BMLA Landscape Architects agreement for $12,515
• Willdan Engineering task order for $25,738
• Approval of warrants totaling $442,216.56

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a neighborhood compatibility request for a new home at 27063 Palos Verdes Drive East. The meeting also includes verbal reports on the draft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) program and metal roof criteria. Additionally, the commission will review the 2021 biannual code compliance report.

• Neighborhood compatibility request for a new two-story residence at 27063 Palos Verdes Drive East
• Verbal report on the draft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) program
• Verbal report on metal standing seam roof criteria
• 2021 Biannual Code Compliance Report

Park and Activities Commission

The Park and Activities Commission will discuss several proposals regarding local parks and community programming. Items include a new Lego summer camp proposal, tree replacements in Rollingwood, and an update on the Chandler Park playground structure. The meeting also covers requests for beautification funds at Ranchview and a league shed replacement.

• Playwell Lego Summer Camp proposal
• Ranchview beautification funds request
• Rollingwood tree replacement
• 2021 Summer Movie Night Program
• Chandler Park playground structure update

City Council

The Council will consider adopting the 2021 Engineering and Traffic Survey and reviewing improvements for the City Hall driveway at Palos Verdes Drive North. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Metropolitan Water District pipe relining project on Palos Verdes Dr. East. Additionally, the Council will review budget amendments and warrants totaling $348,273.00.

• Adoption of 2021 Engineering and Traffic Survey (Resolution No. 2475)
• Improvements to City Hall driveway at Palos Verdes Drive North
• MWD Pipe Relining Project presentation on Palos Verdes Dr. East
• Approval of warrants totaling $348,273.00
• Resolution No. 2476 regarding Caltrans grant funds

Equestrian Committee

The committee will review a staff report regarding trail riding operation permit reviews. The agenda also includes verbal updates on COVID-19, horse shows, and July 4th safety. Additionally, members will receive reports on Chandler Park and the Adopt-a-Trail program.

• Trail riding operation permit review
• Approval of April 26, 2021 minutes
• Dedication bench and plaques update
• Chandler Park update
• Adopt-a-trail report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the Draft 2021-2029 Housing Element during this special meeting. This item is presented as a business item for commission review.

• Review of the Draft 2021-2029 Housing Element

Park and Activities Commission

The commission will discuss a new event proposal for the Montemálaga PTA Movie Night and Variety Show. The meeting also includes verbal reports on Rockbluff Park, the Adopt-a-Park program, and staff updates regarding COVID-19 and summer swimming programs.

• New event proposal: Montemálaga PTA Movie Night and Variety Show
• Verbal reports on Rockbluff Park and Adopt-a-Park
• Staff updates on COVID-19, special events, and programs
• YMCA Summer Swimming Program update
• Review of April 13, 2021 City Council actions

City Council

The City Council will review an agreement for annual audit services by Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP. The agenda also includes the approval of various commission minutes and payment of city warrants.

• Approval of annual audit services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP
• Payment of warrants totaling $563,456.93
• Proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and Kids to Parks Day

Traffic and Safety Committee

The committee will discuss the City Hall driveway at Palos Verdes Drive North and a draft engineering and traffic survey. The meeting also includes reviewing resident correspondence regarding speed limits on Crenshaw Blvd.

• Resident letter regarding speed limits on Crenshaw Blvd
• Discussion of City Hall driveway at Palos Verdes Drive North
• Review of Draft Engineering and Traffic Survey
• Approval of November 12, 2020 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a new restaurant at 2-C Peninsula Center. The commission will also discuss modifications to fence regulations and an attic conversion at 5 Sweetgrass Lane.

• Conditional Use Permit for a new restaurant at 2-C Peninsula Center
• Request to convert 852 sq. ft. of attic space to livable area at 5 Sweetgrass Lane
• Study session regarding RHEMC fence regulations modifications
• Approval of April 5, 2021, Planning Commission meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance regarding public nuisances and reviewing a parcel map for 3809 Palos Verdes Drive North. The council will also discuss the GOGov mobile application and a memorandum of understanding for a coordinated monitoring program.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 734 regarding public nuisances
• Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 82074 at 3809 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Second Amendment to MOU for the Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program
• Approval of warrants totaling $162,428.97
• Discussion regarding GOGov mobile application update

Equestrian Committee

The committee will hear staff reports regarding an equestrian fee review and Fourth of July safety concerns. The meeting also includes updates on trainer business licenses and the Adopt-a-Trail program.

• Equestrian fee review staff report
• Approval of March 22, 2021 minutes
• Trainer business license list update
• Fourth of July safety concerns verbal report
• Adopt-a-Trail committee report

Park and Activities Commission

The commission will conduct a review of recreation fees based on a staff report. Members will also receive verbal updates from the Adopt-a-Park, Hills are Alive, and Chandler Park playground subcommittees. Staff will provide reports regarding COVID-19 and special events.

• Recreation fee review
• Adopt-a-Park subcommittee update
• Hills are Alive subcommittee update
• Chandler Park playground subcommittee update
• COVID-19 and special events updates

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances for flood damage prevention and public nuisances. The meeting also includes discussions on watershed management and waste collection services. Additionally, the council will consider a contract for the John and Lynn Taber Grove project.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 733 for flood damage prevention
• Contract award to FS Contractors, Inc. for $57,645 for the John and Lynn Taber Grove project
• Amendment to Waste Management contract including $20,000 for organic waste pails
• Multi-city memorandum of understanding regarding watershed management
• Approval of March 2021 warrants totaling $713,403.09

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will discuss the sustainability element policy framework and goal prioritization. The committee will also receive a verbal update regarding waste management rates and services.

• Waste management rates and service update
• Sustainability element policy framework and goal prioritization
• Approval of March 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a grading application for 2715 Palos Verdes Drive North involving unpermitted grading and driveway replacement. The commission will also review allowable metal standing seam roofing materials.

• Grading application (G-210077) at 2715 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Replacement of existing driveway and apron within the City's right-of-way
• Enlargement of horse corrals and creation of orchard areas
• Review of allowable metal standing seam roofing materials

City Council

The City Council will discuss converting one tennis court at Ernie Howlett Tennis Club into pickleball courts. The Council will also review the George F Canyon Nature Center conceptual design and authorize a support letter for Senate Bill 612.

• Temporary conversion of one tennis court to pickleball courts at Ernie Howlett Tennis Club
• Approval of George F Canyon Nature Center Conceptual Design and environmental review
• Acceptance of $1,156 in Proposition 68 Urban Per Capita Funds
• Authorization for the Mayor to sign a support letter for Senate Bill 612
• Approval of February and March 2021 warrants totaling $594,746.86

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss the Housing Element update. The agenda also includes a focused discussion regarding a plan for the Commercial District.

• Housing Element update community workshop
• Focused plan discussion for the Commercial District

Equestrian Committee

The Equestrian Committee will review staff reports regarding the Peter Weber Equestrian Center Survey and Waste Management manure rates. The meeting also includes verbal updates on arena footing status and horse trainer business licenses.

• Peter Weber Equestrian Center Survey report
• Waste Management manure rate update
• Footing status on all arenas
• Horse trainer business license list
• Adopt-a-Trail committee report

Park and Activities Commission

The Park and Activities Commission will review proposals for a pickleball program and a National Charity League special event. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Nature Center's conceptual design and facility use considerations.

• National Charity League special event proposal
• Pickleball proposal
• Proposed park tour schedule
• Nature Center conceptual design
• Nature Center facility use considerations

City Council

The City Council is conducting a policy development and strategic planning session. Members will review mid-year status reports from city departments and prioritize items for the upcoming fiscal year work plan. The meeting also includes presentations regarding analytics and stormwater consulting.

• Presentation by Avenu Insights & Analytics
• Presentation by Kathleen McGowan, Environmental/Stormwater Consultant
• Review of mid-year status reports for city departments
• Prioritization of policy development items for the next fiscal year work plan

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review a presentation regarding the Sustainability Element's baseline conditions. This includes discussing current city programs, federal and state regulations, and General Plan policy areas. The committee will also address goals based on feedback from a previous meeting.

• Approval of August 19, 2020, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Sustainability Element baseline conditions
• Review of sustainability definitions and regulations

City Council

The Rolling Hills Estates City Council is holding a special closed session meeting via teleconference. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation and an existing lawsuit, Townsend et al. v. McDonnell et al.

• Discussion of one potential case of anticipated litigation
• Conference regarding existing litigation (Townsend et al. v. McDonnell et al.)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider two residential development applications in Rolling Hills Estates. These include a request for additions at 42 Empty Saddle Road and a new one-story residence with a basement at 3807 Palos Verdes Drive North. The meeting also includes reviews of recent City Council actions.

• Neighborhood Compatibility Determination and Minor Deviation for 42 Empty Saddle Road
• Neighborhood Compatibility Determination and Grading Permit for 3807 Palos Verdes Drive North
• Review of City Council actions from January 26 and February 9, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider an appeal regarding a denied request to modify project PA-20-18. The agenda also includes discussions on storm drain repairs on Hawthorne Blvd and professional services for an ADU program. Additionally, the Council will review recent financial reports and regional planner funding.

• Public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission decision for project PA-20-18
• $43,000 agreement with Jeff Lyon Architecture for ADU program development
• $78,135 contract for storm drain repair on Hawthorne Blvd
• Approval of warrants and demands totaling $376,690.15
• Discussion of $4,000 annual contribution to SBCCOG regional planner position

Equestrian Committee

The Equestrian Committee will receive updates on the Peter Weber Equestrian Center survey and the Capital Improvement Project List. The meeting also includes reports on COVID-19 and the Adopt-a-Trail program.

• Approval of January 25, 2021, meeting minutes
• Peter Weber Equestrian Center survey update
• Review of Capital Improvement Project List
• Equestrian Issues Log review
• Adopt-a-Trail committee report

Park and Activities Commission

The Commission will review staff reports regarding Spring Movie Night, Ernie Howlett Field usage, and the Capital Improvement Project list. Members will also receive verbal updates on the Rockbluff Park Subcommittee and COVID-19.

• Ernie Howlett Field usage review
• Capital Improvement Project list
• Spring Movie Night staff report
• Rockbluff Park subcommittee update
• Adopt-a-Park verbal report

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will conduct a discussion on citywide land use and share reflections. The committee is also scheduled to approve meeting minutes from January 19 and February 2, 2021.

• Citywide land use discussion
• Approval of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review committee minutes and approve city warrants totaling $756,987.45. The meeting also includes a final report on CARES Act funding and an update on the Los Angeles County Safer at Home Order.

• Approval of warrants and demands totaling $756,987.45
• Final report on CARES Act funding
• Update on Los Angeles County Safer at Home Order status
• Review of committee minutes from Planning, Equestrian, and Park and Activities commissions

City Council

The City Council, Planning Commission, and Park & Activities Commission will hold a special joint meeting via teleconference. The agenda focuses on the discussion of the conceptual design for the George F Canyon Nature Center.

• Conceptual design for George F Canyon Nature Center

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Mobility Element. The committee will review the provided Mobility Element Packet. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Mobility Element Packet

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request for a neighborhood compatibility determination at 91 DAPPLEGRAY LANE involving a deck extension and addition. The meeting also includes commission reorganization and updates to committee assignments.

• Neighborhood Compatibility Determination for 91 DAPPLEGRAY LANE
• Planning Commission reorganization
• Approval of December 7, 2020, meeting minutes
• Committee assignments for Environmental, Equestrian, and Traffic and Safety committees

Park and Activities Commission

The Commission will discuss the Art in the Park Program through a staff report. The meeting also includes a presentation on commission reorganization and updates regarding youth sports and Adopt-a-Park.

• Art in the Park Program staff report
• Commission reorganization presentation
• Youth Sports Subcommittee meeting update
• Adopt-a-Park verbal report
• 2021 City Council meeting schedule review

City Council

The Council will consider approving CDBG funds for ADA ramp and sidewalk improvements. They will also review the completion of a storm drain rehabilitation project and authorize budget adjustments. The agenda also includes reports on waste management rates and bidding for the John and Lynn Taber Grove project.

• Approval of approximately $30,050 in CDBG funds for ADA ramp and sidewalk improvements
• Budget adjustment for storm drain rehabilitation project from $100,000 to $340,000
• Professional services agreement with Fehr & Peers for $59,280
• Authorization to solicit bids for the John and Lynn Taber Grove project
• Approval of warrants totaling $283,216.45

Equestrian Committee

The committee will introduce its chair and new members during this meeting. Staff will provide verbal reports on the Peter Weber Equestrian Center survey, horse trainer business licenses, manure removal rates, and a COVID-19 update. An Adopt-a-Trail report is also scheduled.

• Introduction of Chair and new Committee Members
• Peter Weber Equestrian Center draft survey report
• Horse trainer's business license verbal report
• Manure removal rates verbal report
• Adopt-a-Trail committee report

General Plan Advisory Committee

The committee will review and approve meeting minutes from November 17, 2020, and December 1, 2020. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Mobility Element.

• Approval of November 17, 2020, meeting minutes
• Approval of December 1, 2020, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the Mobility Element

City Council

The City Council will review warrants totaling $1,698,278.95 and approve 2021 committee assignments. The agenda also includes updates on CARES Act grant disbursements and public engagement. Additionally, the council will consider appointments for several city committees.

• Approval of warrants totaling $1,698,278.95
• CARES Act small business/non-profit grant disbursement (Round Two)
• Appointments to Equestrian, Traffic & Safety, and Environmental Advisory Committees
• Review of 2021 Council/Committee assignments

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for several committee positions during this special meeting. This includes commissioners with expiring terms and applicants for the Equestrian, Environmental Advisory, and Traffic & Safety committees.

• Interviews for commissioners with expiring terms
• Interviews for Equestrian Committee vacancies
• Interviews for Environmental Advisory Committee vacancies
• Interviews for Traffic & Safety Committee vacancies

Planning Commission

The Rolling Hills Estates Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 4, 2021, has been canceled. There were no agenda items submitted for this session.