Rolling Hills public meetings in 2024
47 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding construction and land use permits for properties on Possum Ridge Road and Eastfield Drive. The body will also consider a minor modification to a zoning case for a property on Poppy Trail.
- Zoning Case 24-074: Site plan review and permits for a tennis court, stable, and mixed-use building at 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Zoning Case 24-053: Conditional use permit for a detached structure over 200 square feet at 74 Eastfield Drive
- Zoning Case 22-51: Minor modification for a new residence, pool, and retaining walls at 4 Poppy Trail
The Rolling Hills Planning Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes and a minor modification for a home at 4 Poppy Trail. It also approved Zoning Case No. 24-074 for a property at 2 Possum Ridge Road, with a modification to strike the guest house and direct staff to work on an ADU and landscape plan. Additionally, it approved Zoning Case No. 24-053 for a detached structure at 74 Eastfield Drive. All votes were 4-0 with one commissioner absent.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and minor modification for 4 Poppy Trail (4-0)
- Approved Zoning Case No. 24-074 for 2 Possum Ridge Road, striking guest house and directing staff on ADU and landscape plan (4-0)
- Approved Zoning Case No. 24-053 for detached structure at 74 Eastfield Drive (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a field trip meeting to review two zoning cases and approve the posting affidavit for the trip. Staff recommends continuing both zoning items to an evening meeting.
- Approve affidavit for December 17, 2024 field trip
- Zoning Case 24-053: Conditional Use Permit for detached structure at 74 Eastfield Drive
- Zoning Case 24-074: Site plan review and conditional use permits for 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Zoning Case 24-074: Variance requests for front and rear yard setbacks
- Zoning Case 24-074: Conversion of existing building to mixed use at 2 Possum Ridge Road
The Planning Commission held a field trip meeting to inspect two properties. No substantive decisions were made; both zoning cases (24-053 at 74 Eastfield Drive and 24-074 at 2 Possum Ridge Road) were continued to the evening meeting for further consideration. The commission unanimously approved the affidavit of posting for the field trip meeting.
- Approved affidavit of posting for field trip meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Continued CUP for detached structure at 74 Eastfield Drive to evening meeting
- Continued site plan review and CUP at 2 Possum Ridge Road to evening meeting
City Council
The City Council will discuss a local match requirement for a FEMA hazard mitigation grant and a professional services agreement for power line undergrounding. The body will also receive updates on wildfire hardening and emergency sirens.
- Potential approval of $405,250 local match for FEMA fire fuel abatement in Klondike Canyon
- Proposed $117,899 agreement with Ampirical Services Inc. for Eastfield Drive power line undergrounding
- Appointments of Sharon Soo to Planning Commission and Raine to Traffic Commission
- Cancelled public hearing regarding nuisance abatement at 20 Portuguese Bend Road
- Presentation from California Water Service on wildfire hardening along Appaloosa Lane and Upper Blackwater Canyon Road
The Rolling Hills City Council approved a professional services agreement with Ampirical Services Inc. for engineering services on the Eastfield Drive fire prevention power line undergrounding project, not to exceed $117,899, funded by FEMA. The council also tabled a discussion on a 25% local match for a FEMA hazard mitigation grant, requesting an update by the last meeting in February. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including consent calendar items and presentations.
- Approved $117,899 engineering services agreement with Ampirical Services Inc. (unanimous)
- Tabled 25% local match ($405,250) for FEMA hazard mitigation grant (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including appointments to Planning & Traffic Commissions (unanimous)
- Received and filed Cal Water wildfire hardening presentation (unanimous)
- Received and filed Cal OES hazard mitigation presentation (unanimous)
- Received and filed outdoor emergency siren project update (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Rolling Hills City Council will adopt Ordinance No. 385, which amends Chapter 17.28 of the Municipal Code on accessory dwelling units and is statutorily exempt from CEQA. The council will also approve the consent calendar items, including payment of bills and filing of annual reports. Staff will receive direction on council expenditures for conferences that exceed the $1,000 per‑member limit. A closed‑session will be held to discuss pending litigation matters.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 385 amending Chapter 17.28 on accessory dwelling units (CEQA exemption)
- Approve payment of bills as presented
- Review council expenditures for conferences above $1,000 per member
- Receive and file municipal safe clean water annual report for FY 2023‑24
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel to initiate litigation under Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(4)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Traffic Commission
The Rolling Hills Traffic Commission will approve the affidavit of posting and the September 26, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive and file a report on the installation of a sign on Portuguese Bend Road north of Ranchero Road. Commissioners will also receive and file a traffic‑statistics report from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for September‑October 2024. An old‑business item to reconsider signage at Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive will be received and filed for staff direction.
- Approve Affidavit of Posting for the Traffic Commission (Nov 21, 2024)
- Approve Traffic Commission minutes from September 26, 2024
- Receive and file report on sign installation at Portuguese Bend Road north of Ranchero Road
- Receive and file traffic statistics report from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (Sept‑Oct 2024)
- Reconsider signage at Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive (receive and file)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss updating municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units to comply with state law. The council is also considering a contract amendment for coyote abatement services.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 385 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs)
- Proposed $15,000 contract amendment for Wildlife Specialist and Consultant for coyote educational or abatement services
- Verbal update on the City Hall landscape design grant project
- Verbal update on the outdoor emergency siren project and citywide testing
- Discussion on directing staff to draft a legislative and policy platform
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on Zoning Case No. 23-070 for a new single‑family residence at 23 Crest Road East and is set to adopt Resolution No. 1376 approving the project. The council will also consider several Consent Calendar items, including approval of the agenda order, waiver of further reading, minutes, payment of bills, and a recycling report. Additional agenda items include a $4,000 budget amendment for the City Hall ADA improvement project, a $23,485.40 budget modification for emergency plumbing repairs to exterior water‑main leaks on the City Hall campus, and a fifth amendment to the professional services agreement with Willdan Engineering for on‑call supplemental services.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 1376 for Zoning Case No. 23-070 at 23 Crest Road East
- Consent Calendar approvals: agenda order, waive reading, minutes, payment of bills, recycling report
- $4,000 budget amendment (Resolution No. 1379) for City Hall ADA improvement project
- $23,485.40 budget modification (Resolution No. 1382) for emergency plumbing repairs to exterior water main leaks on City Hall campus
- Fifth amendment to professional services agreement with Willdan Engineering for additional on‑call services
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a field trip meeting to discuss a site plan review and conditional use permits for a property at 2 Possum Ridge Road. Staff recommends opening a public hearing and continuing the item to the evening meeting.
- Zoning Case No. 24-074: Site plan review for construction, grading, and stable access at 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Conditional use permits for a tennis court, stable with loft over 200 square feet, and a corral over 550 square feet
- Proposal to convert an existing building to a mixed-use guest house/recreation room
- Variances for front and rear yard setbacks at 2 Possum Ridge Road
Planning Commission
The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will open a public hearing on Zoning Case No. 24‑074, a site‑plan review for construction, grading, a recreational game court, a stable, a mixed‑use conversion and related variances at 2 Possum Ridge Road. The commission will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 17.28 of the Municipal Code to update accessory dwelling unit regulations in response to recent state law changes. Both items are recommended for staff direction and possible resolution, with the ADU ordinance to be recommended to City Council for adoption.
- Zoning Case No. 24‑074: site‑plan review and conditional‑use permits for 2 Possum Ridge Road (construction, grading, tennis court, stable, mixed‑use building, yard‑setback variances).
- Ordinance amending Chapter 17.28 to revise accessory dwelling unit and junior ADU rules to align with state law; CEQA‑exempt.
- Approve affidavit of posting for the October 15, 2024 meeting.
- Approve minutes of the September 17, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
- Discussion on building height (old business).
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider approving a new single-family residence at 23 Crest Road East and a driveway modification at 10 Crest Road West. The body will also review preliminary fiscal year results and authorize a budget modification for City Hall ADA improvements.
- Approve new residence at 23 Crest Road East (Zoning Case 23-070)
- Approve driveway modification at 10 Crest Road West (Zoning Case 24-073)
- Authorize $4,000 budget modification for City Hall ADA project
- Review preliminary year-end results for fiscal year 2023-2024
- Approve 2024 Holiday Open House guest list
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will consider two zoning requests for driveway modifications and a new driveway. The body will also discuss signage at Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive and receive a traffic statistics report from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
- Zoning Case No. 24-073: Request to enlarge and move a driveway apron approximately 10 feet at 10 Crest Road West
- Zoning Case No. 24-074: Request for a new driveway for a barn and corral at 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Discussion of signage at Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive
- Traffic statistics report from LASD Lomita Station for July-August 2024
- Update on engineering and traffic survey requirements
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The special meeting of the Rolling Hills City Council scheduled for Monday, September 23, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. The next regular council meeting will take place on the same day at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road. The notice was posted by City Clerk Christian Horvath.
- Special meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. cancelled
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 1380 to declare the property at 20 Portuguese Bend Road a public nuisance and order its abatement. They will also approve the consent calendar items, including the affidavit of posting, waiver of further reading, September 9 minutes, payment of bills, and a traffic sign approval at Portuguese Bend Road north of Ranchero Road. New business includes adopting Resolution No. 1381 for an emergency proclamation related to land movement and utility shutoffs, and directing staff on additional law‑enforcement services and the CalCities 2024 resolution packet.
- Public hearing and consideration of Resolution No. 1380 for nuisance abatement at 20 Portuguese Bend Road (Lot 58‑A‑RH)
- Approve consent calendar items: affidavit of posting, waive further reading, September 9 minutes, payment of bills, and traffic sign approval at Portuguese Bend Road north of Ranchero Road
- Adopt Resolution No. 1381: emergency proclamation regarding land movement and utility shutoffs
- Discuss authorizing City Manager to procure additional law‑enforcement services and seek county financial assistance
- Review League of California Cities 2024 resolution packet and provide direction to voting delegate
The City Council voted unanimously not to adopt a local emergency proclamation related to land movement and utility shutoffs, instead directing the City Manager to seek waivers or reductions of fees impacting affected residents. The Council also directed the City Manager to seek outside funding for increased law enforcement due to utility shutoffs, and voted to support the Cal Cities proposed resolution. In closed session, the Council directed the City Attorney to file complaints with the CPUC against SoCalGas and SCE, a prerequisite to potential lawsuits.
- Declined to adopt emergency proclamation for land movement/utility shutoffs (4-0)
- Directed City Manager to seek fee waivers/reductions for affected residents (4-0)
- Directed City Manager to seek outside funding for law enforcement (3-0)
- Directed delegates to vote yes on Cal Cities proposed resolution (3-0)
- Approved consent calendar including payment of bills and minutes (3-0)
- Continued nuisance abatement hearing at 20 Portuguese Bend Road to a date uncertain (3-0)
- Directed City Attorney to file CPUC complaints against SoCalGas and SCE (closed session, unanimous with recusal)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The commission will approve the posting affidavit and the June 18, 2024 minutes. It will vote on a two‑year extension for Zoning Case 22‑20 at 16 Southfield Drive, allowing construction of an addition, retaining wall, pool/spa, and grading. A public hearing will be held for Zoning Case 24‑063, a variance to install solar batteries and related equipment at 18 Eastfield Drive. Remaining consent‑calendar items will be approved together.
- Approve Affidavit of Posting for the Planning Commission (Sept 17, 2024)
- Approve minutes for the June 18, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
- Resolution 2024‑11: two‑year extension for Zoning Case 22‑20 at 16 Southfield Drive (expires May 17, 2026)
- Public hearing on Zoning Case 24‑063: variance for solar batteries at 18 Eastfield Drive (Resolution 2024‑12 provided)
- Approve remaining Consent Calendar items in a single motion
The Rolling Hills Planning Commission unanimously approved a consent calendar that included a two-year time extension for a previously approved site plan review at 16 Southfield Drive and the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. The commission also unanimously approved Resolution 2024-12, granting a variance for solar batteries and related equipment in the side yard setback at 18 Eastfield Drive. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar including time extension for Zoning Case 22-20 at 16 Southfield Drive (unanimous)
- Approved minutes for June 18, 2024 Planning Commission meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-12 for solar battery variance at 18 Eastfield Drive (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a special field trip meeting to discuss a zoning case. The body will consider a request for a variance to install solar batteries and equipment in a side yard setback.
- Zoning Case 24-063: Variance request for solar batteries at 18 Eastfield Drive
- Determination of CEQA categorical exemption for the 18 Eastfield Drive project
The Planning Commission held a field trip meeting at 18 Eastfield Drive to review a variance request for solar batteries and related equipment in the side yard setback. No decision was made; the item was continued to the regular evening meeting. The commission also unanimously approved the affidavit of posting for the field trip meeting.
- Approved affidavit of posting for field trip meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Continued Zoning Case 24-063 (solar battery variance) to evening meeting
City Council
The Rolling Hills City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including payment of bills and a reimbursement policy update. It will vote on a $4,000 budget modification to fund the City Hall ADA improvement project. The council will also review a $600 contribution request from the South Bay Chamber Music Society and hold a closed‑session discussion of the Connie Andersen v. California Water Company litigation.
- Approve Resolution No. 1379 to amend the FY 2024‑2025 budget, allocating $4,000 from the General Fund reserves to the Capital Projects Fund for the City Hall ADA improvement project
- Adopt Resolution No. 1378 amending the city’s reimbursement policy per Government Code §§53232.2, 53232.3 and repealing Resolution No. 1304
- Approve a $600 contribution to the South Bay Chamber Music Society for fiscal year 24/25
- Approve payment of bills listed on the consent calendar
- Closed‑session discussion of litigation case Connie Andersen et al. v. California Water Company (Case No. 24STCV20953)
The City Council voted 2-1 to send a letter to California Water Service accepting their recommendations, with Councilmember Dieringer dissenting. A proposed $4,000 budget increase for the City Hall ADA improvement project failed for lack of a second and was continued to the next meeting. The council also approved the consent calendar, received a public safety report, and approved a $600 contribution to the South Bay Chamber Music Society.
- Approved consent calendar including Resolution No. 1378 amending reimbursement policy (3-0)
- Received and filed public safety and emergency preparedness report (3-0)
- Approved sending letter to California Water Service accepting recommendations (2-1)
- Tabled $4,000 budget increase for ADA project; continued to next meeting (3-0)
- Approved $600 contribution to South Bay Chamber Music Society (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Rolling Hills City Council will consider and approve items on the Consent Calendar, including routine filings and payments. It will adopt Resolution No. 1374 to approve a transfer agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District for Measure W funds. The council will also approve a professional services agreement with the Bergeman Group for construction management of the tennis court ADA improvement project, capped at $103,950. Additional reports will be received and filed, and a possible amendment to the reimbursement policy will be discussed.
- Approve Consent Calendar items: affidavit of posting, waiver of further reading, minutes, payment of bills, recycling reports, traffic commission action
- Adopt Resolution No. 1374 transferring flood control funds with Los Angeles County Flood Control District (Measure W)
- Approve professional services agreement with Bergeman Group for tennis court ADA improvement, not to exceed $103,950
- Receive and file update on emergency outdoor siren notification system project
- Consider amendment to Resolution No. 1304 reimbursement and expense policy
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the appointment of two individuals to offices that were scheduled for election on November 5, 2024. The body will also review the affidavit of posting from the August 12, 2024, meeting.
- Resolution No. 1377: Appointment of Bea Dieringer and Jeff Pieper to offices scheduled for election on November 5, 2024
- Approval of affidavit of posting for the August 12, 2024, regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will conduct a field trip to open a public hearing on Zoning Case No. 23-070, which concerns a site plan for a vacant lot at 23 Crest Road East. The hearing will consider a new single‑family residence with a basement, retaining walls, a stable, corral, guest house, and other improvements, and will receive public testimony before continuing at the regular council meeting on August 12, 2024.
- Approve affidavit of posting for the City Council special meeting of August 12, 2024
- Open public hearing on Zoning Case No. 23-070 for 23 Crest Road East, including site‑plan review and variances
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council will conduct a public hearing on Zoning Case No. 23-070 to review a site plan and variances for a vacant lot at 23 Crest Road East. A separate hearing will address a nuisance abatement at 6 Saddleback Road, with a resolution to declare the property a public nuisance. Council members will also vote on a professional services agreement with S&K Consulting Services for a dual‑fuel emergency generator design, capped at $54,879, and authorize the mayor to sign a letter opposing Senate Bill 610.
- Public hearing on Zoning Case No. 23-070 for 23 Crest Road East (site plan, variances, conditional uses)
- Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 6 Saddleback Road, with possible adoption of Resolution No. 1375
- Approve professional services agreement with S&K Consulting Services for dual‑fuel generator design, not to exceed $54,879
- Authorize mayor to sign a letter opposing Senate Bill 610 (fire prevention and local discretionary review)
- Approve consent calendar items including affidavit of posting, waiver of further reading, minutes, and payment of bills
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will review and possibly approve a supplemental traffic enforcement agreement with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. It will also consider placing a temporary traffic sign at Portuguese Bend Road and Ranchero Road and discuss speed‑limit and signage issues at Portuguese Bend Road and Saddleback Road. Additional items include routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and filing of traffic reports and concerns.
- Approve supplemental traffic enforcement agreement with Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
- Consider temporary sign at Portuguese Bend Road and Ranchero Road
- Receive and file traffic statistics report from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (May‑June 2024)
- Approve affidavit of posting and Traffic Commission minutes from May 30, 2024
- Discuss speed limit and signage at Portuguese Bend Road and Saddleback Road intersection
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will review several Planning Commission decisions regarding residential zoning and lot adjustments. The body is also considering a contract amendment for financial audit services.
- Proposed $31,950 contract amendment with LSL, LLC for FY 2024 financial audit services
- Zoning Case 24-017: Pergola and pool variances at 9 Outrider Road
- Zoning Case 24-016: Stable and equestrian arena project at 1 Morgan Lane
- Zoning Case 24-018: Lot line adjustment for four parcels at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane
- Zoning Case 23-070: New residence and stable construction at 23 Crest Road East
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider placing Republic Services solid waste charges on the Los Angeles County tax roll. The council will also review the city's audited annual financial report and adopt a new gift policy. Additionally, officials will receive an update on recent brush clearance inspections.
- Public hearing for Resolution No. 1371 regarding solid waste service charges on the tax roll
- Adoption of Resolution No. 1373 establishing a city gift policy
- Approval of the Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2023
- Adoption of Resolution No. 1372 regarding the FY 2024/25 pay schedule
- Update on June 2024 brush clearance inspections from LA County Fire Department
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will discuss responsibilities for the tennis court ADA and cabana projects. The agenda also includes consideration of a new gift policy for charitable contributions and a contract amendment for stormwater compliance. Additionally, the council will review May 2024 recycling reports.
- Seventh amendment to McGowan Consulting LLC agreement for stormwater compliance
- Reconsideration of responsibility for tennis court ADA and expansion projects
- Proposed gift policy for charitable contributions
- Resolution No. 1370 regarding federal financial assistance applications
- May 2024 Republic Services recycling tonnage and complaint reports
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several property developments. These include a lot line adjustment for four parcels at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane and a new stable construction at 1 Morgan Lane. The commission will also consider time extensions and permits for pergolas and swimming pools.
- Site plan review for a new residence and stable at 23 Crest Road East
- Lot line adjustment between four parcels at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane
- Stable construction and riding arena conversion at 1 Morgan Lane
- Permit for a detached pergola and swimming pool at 9 Outrider Road
- Two-year time extension for construction at 16 Southfield Drive
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The commission will conduct field trips to review several zoning cases. Staff recommends opening public hearings for these items but continuing them to the evening meeting.
- Lot line adjustment at 1-4 Storm Hill Lane
- New stable and equestrian arena at 1 Morgan Lane
- Pergola and swimming pool permits at 9 Outrider Road
- Single-family residence and guest house development at 23 Crest Road East
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and establishing annual appropriation limits. The agenda also includes a five-year law enforcement agreement with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and road rehabilitation funding.
- Adoption of the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget (Resolutions 1364 and 1365)
- Five-year law enforcement services agreement with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
- Allocation of Proposition C funds for Deep Valley Drive, Drybank Drive, and Indian Peak Road rehabilitation
- $66,345.73 budget modification for potholing services
- $5,000 annual arborist services agreement with JTL Consultants
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Traffic Commission
The commission will review traffic statistics from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and follow up on signage at Crest Road East. They will also consider a zoning request for a driveway apron at 1 Morgan Lane.
- Zoning Case 24-016: Driveway apron request for a proposed stable at 1 Morgan Lane
- LASD Lomita Station traffic statistics report for March–April 2024
- Follow-up on signage at Crest Road East and Eastfield Drive
- Traffic concerns at Eastfield Gate from Palos Verdes Drive East
- Report on the 'Coffee with a Captain' event held April 30, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Rolling Hills City Council will review the proposed fiscal year 2024/25 budget and Finance Committee recommendations. The Council will also consider supporting legislation to address retail theft and shoplifting. Additionally, members will discuss a resolution regarding Proposition 47 reforms.
- Proposed FY 2024/25 General Fund expenditures
- Support for retail theft and shoplifting legislation
- Resolutions for the November 5, 2024 election
- Site plan review for 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Grading and variance request for 29 Middleridge Lane South
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Finance/Budget/Audit Committee
The committee will review staff's proposed General Fund expenditure budget for fiscal year 2024/25. Following this review, the committee will provide recommendations for the City Council's consideration.
- Review of proposed FY 2024/25 General Fund expenditure budget
- Approval of affidavit of posting for the meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider the first phase of a sewer main project design and a contract for potholing services. Members will also receive the proposed General Fund revenue and expenditure projections for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. Additionally, the Council will review site plan requests for residential projects on Spur Lane and Eastfield Drive.
- Approval of Phase 1 design for Portuguese Bend Road / Rolling Hills Road 8" sewer main project
- $57,915 contract with Hot Line Construction, Inc for potholing services
- Review of FY 2024/2025 proposed General Fund revenue and expenditure projections
- Site plan review for residential construction at 4 Spur Lane
- Acceptance of final improvements and bond release for Storm Hill Lane
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a field trip meeting to discuss two zoning cases. The commission proposes to open public hearings for projects at 29 Middleridge Lane South and 23 Crest Road East, then continue the hearings to the evening session.
- Site plan review for grading and variance at 29 Middleridge Lane South
- Construction of a 12,080-square-foot residence and 7,610-square-foot basement at 23 Crest Road East
- Conditional use permits for a stable, corral, and guest house at 23 Crest Road East
- Approval of the affidavit of posting for the field trip meeting
Planning Commission
The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several development applications. These include proposed additions at 2 Possum Ridge Road, a new residence at 23 Crest Road East, and grading work at 29 Middleridge Lane South.
- Site plan review for additions to a residence and stable at 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Development of a new single-family residence at 23 Crest Road East
- Grading and variance request for 29 Middleridge Lane South
- Approval of the March 19, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will discuss street and overnight parking on Portuguese Bend Road and other areas of the city. The agenda also includes addressing traffic concerns at Eastfield Gate entering from Palos Verdes Drive East. Additionally, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department will present traffic statistics for November through December 2023.
- Street and overnight parking on Portuguese Bend Road
- Traffic concerns at Eastfield Gate entering from Palos Verdes Drive East
- LASD Lomita Station traffic statistics for November-December 2023
- Discussion regarding speeding and traffic signs
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Rolling Hills City Council will vote on the Harbor Toxics cost share formula for the upcoming MOU period with the Regional Monitoring Coalition, and receive updates on tennis court ADA/cabana/expansion projects, a solar generator project for City Hall, and a $1 million federal grant for a sewer main project. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a closed session.
- Approve Harbor Toxics cost share formula for MOU with Regional Monitoring Coalition
- Receive update on tennis court ADA, cabana, and tennis court #1 expansion projects
- Receive update on solar photovoltaic dual-fuel emergency generator project for City Hall campus
- Approve City Hall campus landscape designs and accept California Water Services 2024 turf replacement rebate
- Receive notification of $1 million federal funding for Portuguese Bend Road/Rolling Hills Road 8" sewer main project
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases during a field trip meeting. Staff recommends opening public hearings for projects at 4 Spur Lane, 2 Possum Ridge Road, and 29 Eastfield Drive, then continuing the items to the evening meeting. These projects involve residential demolitions, additions, and stable construction.
- Site plan review for new residence and pool at 4 Spur Lane
- Construction of additions and a stable at 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Residential addition and setback variance at 29 Eastfield Drive
- Approval of affidavit of posting for the field trip meeting
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings for new residence construction at 4 Spur Lane and additions at 2 Possum Ridge Road and 29 Eastfield Drive. The agenda also includes a two-year time extension for an existing project at 29 Crest Road West.
- Two-year time extension for stable and corral at 29 Crest Road West
- Site plan review for new residence and pool at 4 Spur Lane
- Residential additions, stable, and pool at 2 Possum Ridge Road
- Residence addition and porch construction at 29 Eastfield Drive
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Finance/Budget/Audit Committee
The committee will receive a report on preliminary revenue and expenditure estimates for the 2024/25 fiscal year. This discussion includes the preliminary status of the General Fund balancing picture.
- Review of preliminary fiscal year 2024/25 projections and balancing
- Approval of the affidavit of posting for the March 11, 2024 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review a request from the Rolling Hills Community Association to install a natural gas generator. Members will also receive an update on the solar generator project for the City Hall campus. Additionally, the council will discuss AT&T's application to remove its obligation to provide traditional landline service.
- Request for a backup natural gas generator at the Rolling Hills Community Association building
- Budget modification of $34,420.39 for ALPR camera replacement and maintenance
- Budget modification of $658.21 for LIDAR/RADAR speed detection equipment
- Update on the solar photovoltaic dual-fuel emergency generator project for City Hall
- Amendment to professional services agreement with Willdan Engineering
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will review the mid-year fiscal report for the period ending December 31, 2023. The agenda includes a proposed $12,500 budget modification for wildlife management and pest control services. Members will also discuss regional law enforcement technology and code enforcement contract extensions.
- $12,500 budget modification for wildlife management and pest control trial
- One-year extension of 4Leaf, Inc. agreement for code enforcement services
- Amendment to MOU for regional Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) program
- Purchase of LIDAR/RADAR speed detection equipment by Lomita Station Sheriff's Department
- Republic Services recycling tonnage and complaint reports for January 2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several budget modifications, including funds for the Crest Road East fire prevention project and City Hall ADA improvements. The agenda also includes a proposal for emergency coyote educational or abatement services and a site plan review for 1 Chestnut Lane.
- $577,069.90 budget modification for Crest Road East fire prevention power line undergrounding
- $11,500.00 budget modification and contract amendment for City Hall ADA improvement project
- Up to $10,000 professional services agreement for coyote educational or abatement services
- $8,010 budget modification for tree trimming around the tennis courts
- Site plan review for a 264-square-foot covered patio and outdoor kitchen at 1 Chestnut Lane
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Traffic Commission
The regular meeting of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission scheduled for January 25, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will consider a potential $405,250 local match for a FEMA fire fuel abatement grant in Klondike Canyon. The agenda also includes an amendment to share costs for two school resource officers and updates on the City Hall ADA improvement project.
- Potential $405,250 local match for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program in Klondike Canyon
- Amendment to MOU to continue cost-sharing two School Resource Officers through August 2026
- Budget update regarding Pacific Architecture and Design's request for the City Hall ADA project
- Discussion on coyote management measures and potential supplemental costs
- Review of 2024 City Council committee assignments
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is conducting field trips to review site plan requests for major residential developments. Staff recommends opening public hearings for these items and continuing them to the evening meeting.
- Site plan review for a 264-square-foot patio and outdoor kitchen at 1 Chestnut Lane
- Demolition and construction of a 4,870-square-foot residence with a pool and stable at 4 Spur Lane
- Construction of a 12,080-square-foot residence with basement and guest house at 23 Crest Road East
- Approval of the affidavit of posting for the January 16, 2024, field trip meeting
Planning Commission
The Rolling Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning cases involving new construction, demolitions, and site plan reviews. The session includes discussions on patio expansions, large-scale residence construction, and stable/corral permits.
- Site plan review for a 264-square-foot covered patio and outdoor kitchen at 1 Chestnut Lane
- Demolition of an existing residence and construction of a new 4,870-square-foot home at 4 Spur Lane
- Construction of a new 12,080-square-foot residence with a 7,610-square-foot basement at 23 Crest Road East
- Approval of the December 19, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Review of stable and corral permits for various properties
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Solid Waste & Recycling Committee
The Solid Waste & Recycling Committee will discuss updates regarding Republic Services field operation issues and the expansion of mother truck staging site locations. The committee will also review previous meeting minutes and an affidavit of posting.
- Discussion on Republic Services field operation issues
- Discussion on expansion of mother truck staging site locations
- Approval of July 13, 2023, and October 3, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of affidavit of posting for the January 12, 2024, meeting
City Council
The City Council will review an ordinance to amend municipal code sections regarding wireless facilities. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024/25 budget calendar and a site plan modification for 11 Flying Mane Road.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 384 regarding wireless facilities
- Site plan modification request for 11 Flying Mane Road involving demolition and new construction
- One-year extension for Bennett Landscape professional services agreement
- Approval of the 2024 annual vendor list
- Review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 budget calendar