CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
March 16, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: March 16, 2022 / 1:32 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Mark Odell, Christine Delostrinos, Karen Myron
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and with the consensus of the Commission, with Commissioner Devlin recused, the agenda was approved as amended, moving Item #7, 9000 Wilshire Boulevard, to the Consent Calendar. Additionally, per the request of the Applicant, item #8, IWC Schaffhausen, will be continued to the April 20, 2022 Architectural Commission meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural Commission regular meeting of February 16, 2022.
2. RESOLUTION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY
HILLS CONTINUING TO AUTHORIZE PUBLIC MEETINGS TO BE HELD VIA G-1
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 16, 2022
TELECONFERENCING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(e) AND
MAKING FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS REGARDING THE SAME
Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Architectural Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Chair Matson to adopt the minutes and the resolution continuing to authorize meetings to be held via teleconference, as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
CARRIED
7. 9000 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Office Building (PL2200087)
Request for approval of an architectural review to allow modifications to a previously approved sign program. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from the further review under CEQA.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by Vice Chair Schreiber to adopt the resolution as presented (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Devlin
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
No items
Commissioner Meyer noted that items #3, #4, and #5 all fall within 500 feet of one or more properties in which he may have a financial interest. As such, he recused from these items and left the virtual meeting room at 1:37 PM.
NEW BUSINESS
3. 367 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Zadig & Voltaire (PL2200073)
Request for an architectural review to allow façade modifications, a Sign Accommodation to allow multiple Business Identification Signs and a mural or similar environmental graphics on Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 16, 2022
the façade. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Z & V, LLC dba Zadig & Voltaire
Project Representative: Ryan Reiter, Kenneth Park Architects Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Commissioner Persovski to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Meyer
CARRIED
4. 201 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Fendi (PL2200075)
Request for an architectural review for a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Fendi North America, Inc.
Project Representative: Anita Korytowska, Space Architecture Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Chair Matson, SECONDED by Vice Chair Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Meyer
CARRIED
5. 327 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Loewe (PL2200077)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow façade modifications and a Business Identification Sign. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Loewe, LLC
Project Representative: John Warner, Permit Advisors
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 16, 2022
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Devlin, SECONDED by Commissioner Persovski to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Meyer
CARRIED
Commissioner Meyer returned to the meeting at 2:33 PM.
Commissioner Meyer advised that while he does have financial interest in a property that is within 500 feet of the project at 431 North Rodeo Drive, the property in which he has an interest faces Beverly Drive, and the subject property faces Rodeo Drive; additionally, because the subject property is not visible from the property in which he has an interest, he does not believe the project will have a measurable impact on his property, and will participate in the discussion of the item.
6. 431 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Balenciaga (PL2200078)
Request for approval of an architectural review to allow façade modifications and a Sign Accommodation to allow multiple Business Identification Signs. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Balenciaga America, Inc.
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali, Gruen Associates Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by Vice Chair Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
CARRIED
8. 268 NORTH RODEO DRIVE SUITE 242
IWC Schaffhausen (PL2200091)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow façade modifications, a Sign Accommodation for multiple Business Identification Signs, and a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: IWC Schaffhausen, Richemont NA, INC.
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 16, 2022
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali, Gruen Associates Public Input: None
This item was not discussed, and will be continued to the April 20, 2022 Architectural Commission meeting.
STUDY SESSION
No Items
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Chair Matson provided a brief update; the meeting video is available online.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised that the Restaurant Subcommittee will be meeting again soon to review several new restaurants.
o Commission Specialist Karen Myron provided the following updates for the Commission:
The closure of the 400 block of North Crescent Drive for the Vanity Fair Oscars Party tent will run through March 31
The City Council Installation ceremony for incoming Mayor Lili Bosse and Vice Mayor Julian Gold, MD will take place on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 PM at The Wallis; the public is welcome to attend.
The LA Marathon will take place on Sunday, March 20. There will be significant traffic impacts in the City, with street closures beginning at 5:00 AM. Additional information is available at beverlyhills.org/marathon.
9. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: March 16, 2021 / 2:52 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
March 17, 2022
9:00 a.m.
Recordings of the Human Relations Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: March 17, 2022 / 9:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recording Secretary Linda Kyriazi led the Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner Kaiserman read the Human Relations Commission’s Civility Statement.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Kaiserman, Nisim, Margo, Vice Chair Freeman, Chair Sharp Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Rachel L. Evans, Enisha Clark, Linda Kyriazi
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda. Chair Sharp moved Tab #10 up to follow Tab #2 to accommodate the presenter.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 17, 2022.
MOTION by Nisim, SECONDED by Freeman to approve the Meeting Minutes with noted correction. (5/0)
AYES: Kaiserman, Nisim, Margo, Vice Chair Freeman, Chair Sharp NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 17, 2022
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Department
Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo updated the Commission on the following:
- During the month of February 2022, 234 calls were received for transients situations such as for trespassing, disturbing the peace and indecent exposure. - Significant progress has been made in the robbery from February 25, 2022 that occurred on South Beverly Drive.
- Guac With A Cop that was held on February 25, 2022 at Cantina Frida was a tremendous success with one of the highest turnouts.
- Coffee With A Cop that was held on March 12, 2022 at Philz Coffee which also had a similar successful turnout.
- The department is engaged in an aggressive recruitment campaign. Sixteen new candidates are currently being processed.
- A DUI checkpoint is scheduled for tonight, March 17, 2022. - The Los Angeles Marathon will be passing through Beverly Hills on Sunday, March 20, 2022. Route and road closure maps have been distributed.
Beverly Hills Unified School District
A representative from the School District was unable to attend.
PRESENTATIONS
2. 2020 Hate Crime Report
Marshall Wong, from the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission, presented the agency’s 2020 Hate Crime Report.
- There has been a 20% increase in the occurrences of reported hate crimes committed in Los Angeles County, evidenced by 635 hate crimes reported in 2020. However, for the past seven years, hate crimes have been trending upwards, and since 2013 there has been a 65% rise. The Human Relations Commission remains committed to promoting positive human relations in all aspects of community life and should be keenly aware of key findings of the 2020 Los Angeles County Hate Crimes Report. - It should be noted that hate crimes are typically underreported and this report likely represents only a portion of hate crimes actually committed in 2020. The full report is available at https://hrc.lacounty.gov/.
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. Beverly Hills Unified School District Engagement Project Staff has been in contact with the Beverly Hills Unified School District members who will be attending the April 2022 Commission Meeting to discuss their possible contributions.
4. FY 2022-23 Community Assistance Grant Fund (CAGF)
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, updated the Commission on the 2022 – 2023 Community Assistance Grant Fund (CAGF):
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 17, 2022
- Next week staff meets with the Human Relations Commission’s ad hoc to start reviewing the applications for content and the narrative piece.
- Simultaneously, the Charitable Solicitations Commission’s ad hoc will review all of the financial documents and any charitable solicitations permits. - The two ad hocs will meet together to create a joint report to be present to the City Council liaisons.
5. 2022 Kindness Week
Enisha Clark, Interim Clinical Program Coordinator, reviewed with the Commission the highlights of the Commission’s successful Kindness Week events that were scheduled during the week of February 13, 2022 through February 19, 2022.
6. Beverly Hills Homeless Initiative
Enisha Clark, Interim Clinical Program Coordinator, reviewed with the Commission the outreach teams that are available for the community and how to contact them if needed:
- Any location in the City: Beverly Hills Outreach Team (BHOT), 310-487-0313 - Business Triangle & South Beverly Drive, Ambassadors: 424-302-1487 - City Parks, Park Rangers & BHOT: 310-285-1091 / 310-487-0313 (BHOT) - Outside of City Limits: 2-1-1
- Beverly Hills Police Department Non-Emergency: 310-550-4951 - A reminder that the outreach teams are not first responders. Please dial 911 in the event of an emergency for immediate assistance.
- Human Services Division staff can be reached at: 310-285-1006. - The City’s outreach team has information, clothing and sundries they provide to the individuals they encounter.
- Commissioner Margo suggested gathering additional sundries that can be provided to the outreach team for distribution. Jenny Rogers, Community Services Director, thanked Commissioner Margo for her suggestion.
- It was agreed to create a smaller resource card, possibly a tri-fold, with these local services and ordinances. Staff to return with a mock-up and suggested name. - Staff completed the City’s Homeless Count for 2022 working with The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) on February 24, 2022 at 4am. As a COVID precaution, the count was conducted by the Police, Rangers, Ambassadors and homeless outreach staff.
7. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awareness Initiative
Under the auspice of the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Initiative, the Human Relations Commission agreed to explore a quarterly speaker series entitled, Critical Conversations. In partnership with the Beverly Hills Library, the first potential speaker would be Fredrick Joseph bestselling author of The Black Friend.
- No further updates at this time.
- Chair Sharp recommended Marshall Wong, from the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission, be considered as a speaker. The Ad Hoc will reach out to Mr.
Wong.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 17, 2022
8. Inter-Commission Collaboration: Embrace & Celebrate Culture At this time, there are not any projects to report on this month. However, collaborators from the Human Relations and Arts & Culture Commissions and Next Beverly Hills met to discuss possible alternative exhibition spaces now that City-owned spaces utilized for these art activations have been officially leased.
9. Kindness Recognition
- Commissioner Margo recognized Karla Sonnier, who is one of the Fire Department’s nurse practitioners.
- Chair Sharp recognized Rachel Evans, the City’s Human Services Administrator.
STATUS REPORTS
10. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program
Johnthon Hunter, Beverly Hills Ambassadors Operations Manager, reviewed the latest statistics with the Commission:
- There has been a decrease during the month of February 2022 with transients around the City’s triangle area; some due to successes the team has had in the realm of outreach. - Along with the collaborate efforts of the police department and the outreach team, a number of their regulars have been connected with services. - In February 2022, the team referred five individuals with City services as well as provided outreach information 192 times.
- February 2022 camping decreased by 43% but panhandling has almost doubled. This statistic shows individuals arriving for panhandling purposes at the open air dining locations throughout the triangle. The major panhandlers are leaving the triangle area and not sleeping in the City’s parking structures. Seeing this trend, the team is focusing on the dining establishments so the activity doesn’t progress. - Hospitality Assistance statistics demonstrated assistance to the tour buses on Beverly Drive increased by 33%. The Ambassadors make contact with these individuals for assistance or directions to businesses throughout the triangle. - The tobacco statistic has decreased by 24%. This statistic is from the Ambassadors making contact with people smoking throughout the triangle.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
11. Chair Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Reviewed
b) Review Commission Meeting dates
- Reviewed
c) Ad Hoc Committee Assignments
- Reviewed
d) Good and Welfare. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Chair Sharp informed Johnthon Hunter, Beverly Hills Ambassadors Operations Manager, how helpful a number of Ambassadors were to the Commission during their Kindness event at Beverly Canon Gardens last month.
- Vice Chair Freeman requested Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, attend a future meeting for an update on the responsibilities of the City’s Park Rangers.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
March 17, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
12. Administrator’s Report
- Mayor Wunderlich’s Wellness Wednesdays Initiative will conclude with one final event on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.
- AARP Tax Aid Program at Roxbury Park Community Center - Spring Class and Summer Camp Registration opens March 14, 2022 (residents) and March 21 (non-residents)
- Beverly Hills Public Library expanding hours beginning March 14, 2022 - Mayor’s Installation, Tuesday, April 5 at 7pm at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
- Earth Day Celebration at the Farmers’ Market, Sunday, April 24, 2022 - Earth Day Free Shredding Event, Sunday, April 24, 2022
13. Overview of Current and Pending Agenda Items
- Reviewed
ADJOURNMENT
March 17, 2022 at 10:59 a.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
2:00 p.m.
Recordings of the Recreation and Parks Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: March 22, 2022 / 2:08 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recording Secretary Linda Kyriazi led the Pledge of Allegiance
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Sherry read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Mishler, Javor, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Patty Acuña, Linda Kyriazi
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda. The Chair tabled Tab #3 to the April Commission Meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting from 2/22/2022.
MOTION by Javor, SECONDED by Mishler to approve the Meeting Minutes as presented. (5/0)
AYES: Mishler, Javor, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis March 22, 2022
PRESENTATIONS
2. Recreation and Parks Commission Award
Gloria Winer
- The Commission presented Gloria Winer with their Recreation and Parks Commission Award. Gloria Winer started her career with the City of Beverly Hill Recreation and Parks Department in 1978 and remained a dedicated employee for over 40 years.
Gloria will continue working with children but in a different capacity. - The Commission, along with staff, praised and thanked Gloria for her years of service.
3. Introduction of new Recreation Supervisor
Gloria Dimas
Tabled to the April 2022 Commission Meeting.
4. Community Services Department Showcase at Farmers’ Market Evan Doyle, Recreation Supervisor, along with Lisa Castaneda, Senior Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update on the Department Showcase event at the March 13, 2022 Farmers’ Market.
Evan Doyle, Recreation Supervisor, along with Lisa Castaneda, Senior Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the successful Summer Camp Showcase event held at the March 13, 2022 Farmers’ Market.
- 11 Camp Vendors participated.
- 4 Camps sold out that day.
- The revenue was compared with 2020 and there was a 30% increase in 2022. - Commissioner Javor suggested bringing in new camps for different needs and involving the Commission to provide suggestions on future camp offerings. Staff supports the Commission’s involvement and advised that camps are not back at full capacity as additional outdoor camps are being offered at this time. - Commissioner Roston requested more information about the summer school schedule with the length of Community Service camps.
- Vice Chair Lurie asked if there any offerings designed for children with special needs.
Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, informed the Commission that the City has worked with vendors that specialize in adaptive and inclusive programming for those with special needs, including Zooz Fitness, and are currently working on bringing more of these offerings to the City. In addition, the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, and other community partners, also provide programming for those with special needs.
- Chair Sherry asked about increasing staff to the popular Camp Beverly Hills as it sold out immediately. Staff informed the Commission that the camp was reviewed and they were able to take 30 students off the waitlist.
5. Pickleball Update
Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, will provide an update.
During the February 22, 2022 Commission Meeting, Recreation Services Manager Matthew Brown, presented information highlighting the pickleball pilot program. Comparison data was showed covering both the periods of time during the initial launch of the program - before pausing for COVID-19 – and resumption of the full pilot program, August 2021 to January 31, 2022. Much of the data pointed to a continuing and surging interest in pickleball over the last 6-months, with reservations increasing as additional courts were made available at the La Cienega Tennis Center.
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis March 22, 2022
The Commissioners provided feedback on the presentation, acknowledging the surging popularity of the sport of pickleball, as well as the challenges associated with hosting a facility with multiple uses (i.e. sharing of courts for tennis and pickleball), and neighborhood noise concerns received from the community.
City staff sent a survey to registered tennis and pickleball patrons, soliciting input on court preferences and recommendations for ideal pickleball court locations. Over 600 responses were received.
Matthew provided information on the community survey results and discussed next steps in evaluating the pickleball program. Take-Aways and Recommended Actions:
- Drop-In play will be eliminated at Roxbury Park beginning March 28th, freeing up all 4 courts for Pickleball reservations (Roxbury Tennis court #1) - Staff will continue to research the noise impacts for both patrons and residents.
Includes consideration of ideal court locations, evaluation of noise levels, and consideration of adjusted fence heights and/or sound reduction modifications. - Several new Pickleball nets have been purchased, and installation began March 28th. Staff will review the quality of the limited nets purchased prior to purchasing for remaining courts.
- La Cienega Courts #13-#14 in future sessions will no longer be utilized for tennis leagues. Additionally, tennis classes will be reduced or will no longer utilize these courts as well.
- City staff will install appropriate signage at both La Cienega and Roxbury sites, outlining court etiquette for patrons
- City staff will continue researching additional or alternate potential locations for pickleball play.
The Commission provided the following questions and comments:
- Commissioner Roston thanked staff for the survey that was distributed to the Community but felt that the numbers may be skewed with the limitation on answer selections that were provided.
- The re-naming of the court numbers was suggested for ease and clarification. - The lower courts may need to cleaned more often due to the wind and nature debris. - Requested reservation stats on tennis players who are residents vs. non-residents. - Requested freeing up courts, which are held for classes, that don’t end up being utilized in addition to extending the pickleball court hours at Roxbury Park. - Adding pickleball courts to the high schools.
- Asked whether the staff at Roxbury Park think pickleball is too loud? - Commissioner Javor asked when people make reservations, are they able to make that reservation for 4 people? Staff confirmed that the account holder makes the reservation and this was counted as 1 reservation in the survey. - Vice Chair Lurie, who lives close to Roxbury Park, suggested looking at Greystone Mansion Parking lot in addition to the schools.
Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, informed the Commission that a noise test will be conducted along with possible sound abatement modifications. The wind screen and additional noise cancellation solutions were discussed. Results from onsite decibel readings will assist staff in determining possible location(s) for future pickleball courts.
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis March 22, 2022
- Chair Sherry thanked the Commissioners and staff for working on improving both the tennis and pickleball programs.
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
STATUS REPORTS
6. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
PROJECT UPDATES
Program Updates
- Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, updated the Commission on the slow reopening of the City’s Community Centers.
- The class attendance for seniors are increasing.
- The unvaccinated preschool program are following safety guidelines. - The adult sports programming is returning.
- Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, provided the details on the Gatsby Redux event being held at Greystone Mansion in April 27 – 29, 2022. - The annual pie baking contest, Piesta, will return to the City’s Farmers’ Market on June 12, 2022. Commissioners Javor and Mishler volunteered to be judges. - A learning session with the Commission will be scheduled in the future to review the Commission’s priorities and annual budget process.
- The Farmers’ Market early senior hour, 8am – 9am, will continue at this time. The City’s permit with the Department of Public Health is for four hours, but staff will provide an update at the next meeting.
Wellness Wednesdays Program - Mayoral Initiative
- The Mayor’s Wellness Wednesday’s are ending on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 with a Pickleball event at La Cienega Tennis Courts.
Events Calendar
- Vice Chair Lurie gave a shout-out to Music Mends Minds who will be returning to Roxbury Community Center every Tuesday from 1:30pm – 3pm.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
7. Chair Report
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Meeting Minutes
Reviewed
b. Ad Hoc Committees
- Commissioner Javor suggested the Commissioners be included prior to presentations, such as planning recreational and cultural programs and events. - Commissioner Mishler suggested revisiting the mini-park signage plan that the Commission started pre-Covid as they can be improved.
c. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis March 22, 2022
- The Commission and staff congratulated Commissioner Javor on his recent marriage.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
8. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
Review calendar and attendance
- The Chair reminded the Commission that the April 26, 2022 meeting is a Special Meeting that will begin at 10am.
PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH’S AGENDA
NEXT MEETING: April 26, 2022: 10am Special Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: March 22, 2022 / 4:05 p.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
1200 California Street, Unit 21A
San Francisco, CA 94109
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
April 14, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: April 14, 2022 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Timothea Tway, Masa Alkire, Cindy Gordon, Andre Sahakian, Judy Gutierrez, Alvaro Gomez, Karen Myron, David Snow
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: David Gingold
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as amended, moving Police Chief Stainbrook’s introduction to the end of the agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of March 24, 2022.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
April 14, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by Vice Chair Hudnut to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Chief Mark Stainbrook’s Introduction to the Commission and brief BHPD Update
Chief Stainbrook was unable to attend the meeting; this item will be rescheduled for a future date.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
2. 510 NORTH HILLCREST ROAD
Central R-1 Permit (PL2100324)
Request for a Central R-1 Permit to allow an addition to an existing accessory structure exceeding 14’-0” in height, located within a required side and rear yard. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Alvaro Gomez, AICP, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: TT Living Trust
Project Representative: Stacey Brenner, Brenner Consulting Group, Inc.
Public Input: Rochelle Maize
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by Vice Chair Hudnut to adopt the resolution as presented 5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
April 14, 2022
3. 9876, 9900, AND 9988 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD (ONE BEVERLY HILLS OVERLAY
SPECIFIC PLAN)
Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Development Plan Review (PL2100212) Request for Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 83356 and associated Development Plan Review to subdivide three parcels into a 34-lot airspace subdivision for a maximum of 340 residential condominiums in connection with the development of a mixed-use project located at 9876, 9900, and 9988 Wilshire Boulevard. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Commission will also consider a Certified Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Andre Sahakian, AICP, Principal Planner Project Applicant: Oasis West Realty LLC / BH Luxury Residences LLC Project Representative: George Mihlsten, Latham & Watkins LLP Public Input: None
Absent objection from the Commission (Vice Chair Hudnut recused) and per the request of the applicant, this item was continued to the April 28, 2022 Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Demeter advised that her residence is within 500 and 1000 feet of the project at 233 South Beverly Drive. In consultation with the City Attorney’s Office, she has determined that the requested entitlements will not change her property’s development potential; incomeproducing potential; highest and best use; market value; or character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; and thus she will participate in the discussion of the item.
4. 233 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE (PHILZ COFFEE)
Open Air Dining Permit and Extended Hours Permit (PL2100294) Request for an Open Air Dining Permit to allow Philz Coffee to operate approximately 394 square feet of open air dining on a combination of public and private property and a request for an Extended Hours Permit to receive patrons beginning at 6:00 AM, Monday – Sunday.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Judy Gutierrez, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Philz Coffee Inc.
Project Representative: Nicole Ortiz, Cornerstone Permit Company Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Vice Chair Hudnut to adopt the resolution as presented 5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
April 14, 2022
NOES: None
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
A community meeting will be held on Monday, May 2 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber to discuss potential long-term use options for the Gale staging yard site. The meeting is open to the public, and a virtual participation option will also be available. Additional information, including the opportunity to participate in a survey regarding the site, is available at beverlyhills.org/galeyard.
The Public Works Department will be hosting an Earth Day celebration at the Beverly Hills Farmers Market on Sunday, April 24 from 9:00 AM – noon. The first “Business with Bosse” event is scheduled to take place on Monday, April 25 from 6:30 – 8:00 PM at Tommy’s Beverly Hills.
Staff, in conjunction with a City Council Subcommittee, continues to make progress on long-term open-air dining changes based on the Open BH program.
A medical use study session discussion, as well as the Council’s consideration of the code cleanup/Zone Text Amendment item will take place at the next City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 26.
At its June 21 formal meeting, the City Council will conduct a de novo hearing of the project at 331 North Oakhurst Drive, in response to an appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision on the project.
5. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
6. Building Permit Report – March
o Received and filed
7. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: April 14, 2022 / 2:19 PM