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Rancho Palos Verdes City Council Meeting, June 16th, 2026
Published: Jun 16, 2026
City Adopts FY 2026-27 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
The city council considered and adopted the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, including the 5-year capital improvement program (CIP) and budgets for improvement authorities. The general fund budget is $42.8 million, a 2.3% increase from the prior year, with property tax as the main revenue source. Expenditures are $37.5 million before transfers, a 3.6% decrease. Including transfers, the total budget is $41.2 million, a 2.9% decrease. The projected ending fund balance is $35 million, with $10.2 million unallocated. The CIP budget is nearly $31 million for 19 projects, focusing on right-of-way and landslide mitigation. The city aims for budget awards and will dedicate the budget book to former Mayor Ken Daida. Council members acknowledged the challenging budget process and potential fiscal challenges ahead, while expressing confidence in the current budget's reasonableness and the finance team's work.
Landslide Mitigation Efforts Continue Amidst Funding Challenges; Grant Applications Advance
The city council received an update on the Greater Portuguese Bend Ancient Altora landslide complex, noting that dewatering wells have pumped over half a billion gallons of water. While rates of movement have decreased by approximately 10% month-over-month, some areas still show movement seven times higher than in October 2022. The city is actively pursuing multiple grants, including FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) and BRICK grants, for remediation efforts. The total estimated cost for mitigation activities is around $150 million, with significant funding gaps and match requirements. Recent grant applications include repurposing BRICK 22 funding for Altameir Canyon and BRICK 2025 for areas west of Altameir Canyon. A permanent power project for deep dewatering wells is also underway. The city is working with Callowas and FEMA to identify funding avenues for the substantial match amounts required.
Sewer Line Repair Project on Trump National Golf Club and City Property Moves Forward
The city council is considering a coastal permit and habitat conservation plan for a sewer line and manhole repair project by the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts on Trump National Golf Club and city-owned properties. The project aims to rehabilitate deteriorated sewer infrastructure dating back to the 1950s to prevent failures that could lead to sewage leaks, coastal contamination, and bluff instability. The repair timeline is approximately July 2026 to March 2027, involving rehabilitation of about 9,000 feet of sewer line and 13 manholes within the city. The project also includes a temporary bypass system, temporary grading for access, and will have approximately 8 acres of temporary impacts to coastal sage scrub habitat. A federal incidental take permit and habitat conservation plan are required due to potential impacts on the federally threatened California gnatcatcher. The plan includes a 6-acre habitat restoration site and allows for ongoing access for future maintenance. Council members raised questions about potential impacts on the Catalina Bridge Trail and how project delays would be communicated. The applicants emphasized the critical nature of the project for wastewater infrastructure and thanked city staff for their assistance. Business owners also expressed support, acknowledging potential interruptions but recognizing the project's importance.
Council Navigates Fiscal Challenges, Approves FY 2026-27 Budget
The city council discussed the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget, noting that the process was more challenging than the previous year. Council members expressed concerns about potential future fiscal difficulties if revenue does not significantly increase. Despite these challenges, they found the current budget to be reasonable and balanced, considering future uncertainties. The inclusion of summary revenue and expense charts was praised for improving understanding and potentially leading to awards. The budget is set to be dedicated to former Mayor Ken Daida. Council members also addressed public comments regarding the golf course nets, clarifying that the issue is not shelved and is being actively worked on with county officials, though the cost of redesign and removal is substantial ($1.2 million plus $50,000). The council voted to approve the budget, acknowledging the work of the finance department and staff.
City Council Approves Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget, Capital Improvement Program
The city council reviewed and adopted the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, including the 5-year capital improvement program (CIP) and budget for improvement authorities. The draft general fund budget is $42.8 million, a 2.3% increase from the prior year, with property tax remaining the primary revenue source. Expenditures are projected at $37.5 million, a 3.6% decrease from the prior year before transfers. Including transfers, the total budget is $41.2 million, a 2.9% decrease. The projected ending fund balance for June 30, 2027, is $35 million, with a $10.2 million unallocated fund balance after accounting for reserves and transfers. The CIP draft budget includes 19 projects totaling nearly $31 million, funded by special revenue funds and the CIP fund. Key expenditures include right-of-way projects ($14.4 million) and landslide mitigation ($10.6 million). The city also aims to apply for awards for its budget presentation, building on previous years' successes. The budget book will be dedicated to former Mayor Ken Daida.
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