Item I-1 Agenda Report — Beverly Hills City Council, June 14, 2022

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

SYNOPSIS
May 4, 2022
6:00 PM
Recordings of the Rent Stabilization Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 4, 2022 / 6:03 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Baseman, Lindsey-Cerqueira, Maden, Milkowski, Miller, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Gurman
Staff Present: Ryan Gohlich, Helen Morales, Karen Myron, Robin D. Harris, James Burnley

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.

Speakers: None

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Rent Stabilization Commission regular meeting of April 6, 2022.

Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Milkowski, SECONDED by Vice Chair Bronte to adopt the minutes as presented (6-0).

AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Maden, Milkowski, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
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NOES: None

CARRIED

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES

2. ORGANICS RECYCLING PROGRAM
Informational presentation from the Public Works Department on the City’s organic waste management program.

Public Input: Yechiel Rosenfeld
Solid Waste Manager James Burnley provided a presentation on the City’s organic waste management program, and answered questions from the Commissioners.

CONTINUED BUSINESS

3. FAIR RATE OF RETURN AND THE RENT ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION PROCESS IN

CONNECTION WITH POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS TO THE RENT STABILIZATION

ORDINANCE (RSO) REGARDING SURCHARGES AND THE AMOUNT OF ANNUAL

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE RENT INCREASES
Staff seeks recommendations regarding possible amendments to the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for both Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code regarding surcharges that allow housing providers to pass through costs to tenants relating to water service penalties and/or surcharges, refuse fees, and for Chapter 5 tenants only, capital expenditures, improvement expenses mandated by law, including seismic retrofit, utility expense, and for additional tenants. Continued from the April 6, 2022 Rent Stabilization Commission regular meeting.

Staff Presenter: Helen Morales, DPA, Deputy Director of Rent Stabilization Public Input: Yechiel Rosenfeld, Constant Tse, Esmat Mahmoodi The Commission took a recess at 7:19 PM
The Commission reconvened at 7:29 PM
Motion: MOVED by Chair Tryfman, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to table the discussion on recommendations regarding rent increases and pass-through surcharges until the end of the fiscal year and presentation of a CPI (Consumer Price Index).

After a brief discussion and prior to a vote, Chair Tryfman amended her motion.

Motion: MOVED by Chair Tryfman, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to continue the discussion to the next meeting, asking for the previous six years’ CPI as additional information, in accordance with Commissioner Milkowski’s request (4-2).

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AYES: Commissioners Maden, Milkowski, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman NOES: Commissioners Baseman, Sokoloff

CARRIED

NEW BUSINESS
None

PROJECT UPDATES

4. Rent Stabilization Division Monthly Staff Reports for March 2022 Staff seeks to inform the Rent Stabilization Commission on the Rent Stabilization Division’s monthly activity.
 Report received and filed.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
 The Commissioners provided closing thoughts on the evening’s discussion, and thanked each other for a spirited but respectful debate.
 Vice Chair Bronte wished a happy Mother’s Day to mothers of all orders.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
 Deputy Director of Rent Stabilization Helen Morales provided an update on the City Council’s recent direction regarding the Rent Increase and Eviction Moratoriums.

5. 2022 Meeting Schedule
 Received and filed.

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 4, 2022 / 8:49 PM

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
May 5, 2022
9:00 AM

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 5, 2022 / 9:00 AM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Solnit, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Sergeant Dale Drummond, Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, Ilene Knebel, Kevin Riley

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items 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 Speaker: Public comment was heard from Mark Elliot.

Public Comment: Email was read into the record from Amy Elmer.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Consideration of Minutes of the Traffic and Parking Commission regular meeting of April 7, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Solnit to approve the Minutes as presented (5/0).

AYES: Commissioners Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Solnit, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
CARRIED.

Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis May 5, 2022

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES

2. Police Department Report
Sergeant Drummond updated the Commission on relevant traffic updates from April 2022 that were included in the Police Department Monthly Report.

3. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Smart Cycling for National Bike Month Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer introduced Jim Shanman of the Walk ’n Rollers, a non-profit organization focused on safety education and encouragement of the active transportation modes of walking and bicycling. Mr. Shanman gave a presentation and demonstration on bicycle safety and answered questions from the Commission.

CONTINUED BUSINESS

4. Neighborhood Traffic Calming Toolbox
Senior Transportation Engineer Kevin Riley and Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter presented an overview of potential traffic calming policies and procedures to include in a citywide Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program and received feedback from the Commission.

NEW BUSINESS

5. Beverly/Canon/Lomitas Intersection
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided a background and described the current study of possible safety improvements for this intersection. Daniel Kehrer of GHD, Inc., provided a presentation on the design elements and the operational and safety benefits of roundabouts.

PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS

6. Project Update and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter updated the Commission on current and upcoming City projects and programs, including that the Complete Streets minimum grid network is almost complete.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Schwartz informed the Commission of the monthly meetings that she attends regarding Beverly Hills High School traffic safety.

COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
The Commission was reminded about Public Works Day taking place Sunday, May 22 from 9:00AM to 1:00PM at the Beverly Hills Farmers Market.

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 5, 2022 / 11:53 AM

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
May 12, 2022
8:00 AM
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MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 12, 2022 / 8:00 AM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Nazarian, Alpert, Greer, Vice Chair Nystrom, Chair Millan
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: James Burnley, Vince Damasse, Jason Dyogi, Debby Dunn, Samer Elayyan, Shana Epstein, Michael Hensley, Ilene Knebel, Tristan Malabanan, Ruben Morales, Rob Welch

Public Comment: Email from Helen Abe was read into the record.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The Agenda was approved as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Consideration of March 10, 2022 Public Works Commission regular meeting minutes.

Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Greer, SECONDED by Vice Chair Nystrom to approve the Minutes as presented (5/0).

AYES: Commissioners Nazarian, Alpert, Greer, Vice Chair Nystrom, Chair Millan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

CARRIED
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REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Operations Reports from City Departments, Consultants and Outside Agencies Dr. Barry Pressman presented information from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) regarding water conservation and the State Water Project Dependent areas, including an update regarding the low water surplus and drought management. A Water Shortage Emergency Condition has been declared and an Emergency Water Conservation Program approved in April 2022.

CONTINUED BUSINESS

2. Organics Update
Solid Waste Manager James Burnley reported on SB1383 and the goal to reduce organics in the landfill. He presented information on the City’s efforts to collect organics and food recovery programs. Collection of multifamily organics will begin in July 2022. The Commission commented and provided feedback.

NEW BUSINESS

3. 2022 Public Health Goals Report
Water Quality Specialist Jason Dyogi presented the Public Health Goals Report (PHG). The presentation indicated all of the previous detected constituents that were above the nonenforceable goals. An explanation and comparison table was provided to demonstrate the differences between the non-enforceable goals versus the enforceable maximum contaminant level standards set by the regulating bodies. It was concluded that the City’s drinking water meets all of the California State Water Resources Control Board’s (SWRCB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s standards in order to protect public health. Several questions and answers followed after the presentation.

The Commission took a break at 10:05 AM
The Commission returned at 10:17 AM
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Nazarian, SECONDED by Vice Chair Nystrom that the Public Works Commission approve the City of Beverly Hills 2022 Public Health Goals Report and recommend it be forwarded to City Council for approval (5/0).

AYES: Commissioners Nazarian, Alpert, Greer, Vice Chair Nystrom, Chair Millan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None

CARRIED

4. Best Practices – Food Waste Management
Deputy Director of Public Works Michael Hensley Introduced Central Storeroom Supervisor Ruben Morales who presented a report on Food Waste Management. He highlighted France as a country that wastes less than the average country in the European Union and has been proactive in legislation and tax breaks to incentivize participation. In California, Senate Bill 1383, taking effect in 2022, requires 20% of edible food be recovered. Continued collaboration between food producers, government and non-government agencies, will be necessary to reduce food waste. The Commission commented and provided feedback.

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PROJECT UPDATES & STATUS ITEMS

5. Foothill Water treatment Plant Update/La Brea Subarea Update Water Resources Manager/Operations Vince Damasse gave a brief follow up on the Water Treatment Plant and its operation, and Project Manager Tristan Malabanan gave an update of the La Brea Subarea Project and the projected timeline. The Commission inquired about concerns with water sampling as well as delays with parts delivery and power installation.

6. Water Efficiency Update
Public Works Director Shana Epstein commented about communicating the current water situation and diversifying our water portfolio. Water Conservation Administrator Debby Dunn reported on the severity of the drought and drought declaration actions currently being taken. Her recommendations include watering twice a week, per BH City Code, checking for leaks in running toilets and signing up for water tracker. Deputy Director of Public Works Michel Hensley updated the Commission on the improvements and proactive actions with our Facilities, Fleet and Parks Operations. The Commission inquired about enforcement of water violations.

7. Capital Projects Update
Public Works Director Shana Epstein relayed information about the Cabrillo Reservoir Project’s public engagement beginning when the project is defined through the environmental review process. Responding to a Commissioner inquiry, to report uneven sidewalks/sidewalk concerns, call Public Works Customer Service at 310-285.2467 or send photos to [email protected]. Project Manager Samer Elayyan made further comment about sidewalk concerns during active construction. Utilities General Manager Rob Welch responded to an inquiry about Metro and the Canon Drive closure.

8. Specific Information and Department Updates
An inquiry about the Water Fund Financial Statement was answered by staff.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION

9. Chair’s Report
 The Chair made brief comments.
 A recommendation was made to implement electronic devices in the Commission Room/at the dais to save on paper usage.
 The Commission suggested a future report on water use of upcoming large commercial projects.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF

10. Director’s Report
 Director of Public Works Shana Epstein reviewed upcoming events including an All Commissioner Training on May 16, Public Works Day at the Farmers Market on May 22 and the CAAP Community Meeting on May 25.
 The Public Works Department was recently presented a City Council Proclamation recognizing National Public Works Week.
 Fire Hydrant Flushing will be taking place and completed by June 1.

ADJOURNMENT
Date/Time: May 12, 2022 / 10:21 AM

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

SYNOPSIS
May 12, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 12, 2022 / 1:35 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Ryan Gohlich, Timothea Tway, Reina Kapadia, Chloe Chen, Alvaro Gomez, Karen Myron, David Snow, Logan Phillippo, Robert Welch

Public Input: None

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of April 28, 2022.

Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to adopt the minutes as presented (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
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NOES: None

CARRIED

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
 Beverly Hills Police Chief Mark Stainbrook’s Introduction to the Commission and brief BHPD Update
Chief Stainbrook spoke briefly and answered questions from the Commission.

CONTINUED BUSINESS
Vice Chair Hudnut advised that both his residence and office are within 500 feet of Spring Place.

As such, he recused from the item, and left the room at 1:52 PM.

Citing office location within 500 feet of the subject property, and current membership at Spring Place, Chair Licht recused from item #2 and left the room at 1:52 PM.

With both Vice Chair Hudnut and Chair Licht recused and no longer in attendance, and in accordance with Section 7 of the Commission’s Rules of Procedure, the remaining Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner Demeter to serve as Temporary Chair for item #2.

2. 9800 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD AND 121 SPALDING DRIVE (SPRING PLACE) Per a request by the Planning Commission, a report to review the operations of Spring Place, a co-working office and private membership club at 9800 Wilshire Boulevard and 121 Spalding Drive. (Continued from the April 28, 2022 Planning Commission meeting) Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ostroff disclosed speaking with Tom Levyn, as representative for the Gores Group, the owner of the property. Commissioner Ostroff also disclosed a brief discussion with project representative with Gaby Alexander. Commissioner Ostroff advised he remains open-minded on the project. Commissioner Ross and Acting Chair Demeter had no ex parte communications.

Project Planner: Chloe Chen, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Project Representative: Mark Egerman, Egerman Law Group, LLC Public Input: Steve Mayer, Anonymous, Tom Thompson
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Commissioner Ross to continue the item to the May 26, 2022 Planning
Commission meeting, with direction to staff to prepare a resolution memorializing the Commission’s findings (3-0-2).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Ostroff, Acting Chair Demeter NOES: None
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RECUSED: Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht

CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 4:04 PM
The Commission reconvened at 4:11 PM, with all five Commissioners present.

PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS

3. 9400 OLYMPIC BOULEVARD
Renewal of a Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit (PL2100436)
Request for renewal of a Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit to allow for the continued operation of a hotel restaurant with open air dining with extended hours, associated with the operation of the Avalon Hotel. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA. (Alvaro Gomez, AICP, Associate Planner)
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Demeter, Commissioner Ostroff, and Chair Licht all disclosed speaking separately with Kathy Bronte; all remain open-minded on the project.

Commissioner Ross and Vice Chair Hudnut had no ex parte communications.

Project Planner: Alvaro Gomez, AICP, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Honeymoon Real Estate LP (Avalon Hotel) Project Representative: Martin Weiss, General Manager, Avalon Beverly Hills Public Input: Kathy Bronte
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Ross to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None

CARRIED

4. PLANNING AGENCY REVIEW OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FOR

CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN
Adopt a resolution finding the 2022/23 – 2026/27 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the City’s General Plan.

Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Reina Kapadia, AICP, Associate Planner Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: None
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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

STUDY SESSION

5. IN LIEU PARKING PROGRAM STUDY SESSION
An informational report reviewing the City’s in lieu parking program.

This item was not discussed, and will be continued to the June 9, 2022 Planning Commission regular meeting.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
 City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the commission of the following:
 At its formal meeting on Tuesday, May 10, the City Council adopted the updated Safety Element, which the Planning Commission had previously reviewed and recommended.
 The City Council recently provided direction for City staff and the Planning Commission to work on potential changes to wall, fence, and hedge height requirements in residential areas of the City, as well as to work on a permanent Medical Use ordinance, based on the urgency ordinance that is currently in place. Both of these items are expected to come to the Planning Commission for discussion in the next couple of months.
 A Community Meeting regarding the potential future use of the Gale staging yard site was held on Monday, May 2. Staff noted that many community members have provided input regarding what they want to see on the site.

Comments and feedback can still be provided by taking a survey, available at publicinput.com/galeyard.

6. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed

7. Building Permit Report – April
o Received and filed

8. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
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ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 12, 2022 / 5:13 PM

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting

ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

SYNOPSIS
May 18, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 18, 2022 / 1:30 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, James Burnley

Public Input: None

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and with the consensus of the Commission, the agenda was approved as amended, taking item #7, Faraday Future, ahead of item #5, Amiri (461 North Rodeo Drive).

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural Commission regular meeting of April 20, 2022.

2. RESOLUTION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY

HILLS CONTINUING TO AUTHORIZE PUBLIC MEETINGS TO BE HELD VIA TELECONFERENCING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(e) AND

MAKING FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS REGARDING THE SAME
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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 Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by Vice Chair Schreiber to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None

CARRIED

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES

3. ORGANICS RECYCLING PROGRAM
Informational presentation from the Public Works Department on the City’s organic waste management program.

Solid Waste Manager James Burnley provided information on the City’s organic waste recycling/management program.

CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
Commissioner Meyer advised that items #4 and #7 are 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 room at 1:43 PM.

NEW BUSINESS

4. 327 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
LOEWE (PL2200211)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow 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: Loewe, LLC
Project Representative: John Warner, Permit Advisors
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Chair Matson to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).

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AYES: Commissioners Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Meyer

CARRIED
(Taken out of Order)

7. 460 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Faraday Future (PL2200214)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow 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: Faraday Future, Inc.

Project Representative: John Warner, Permit Advisors
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Chair Matson 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 2:04 PM
(Return to Order)
Commissioner Meyer advised that items #5 and #6 are located between 500 and 1000 feet of properties in which he has a financial interest. After consideration, he has determined that the proposed projects will not affect his properties in the following areas: development potential; income-producing potential; highest and best use; character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or the market value of the real properties in which he has an interest, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matters.

5. 461 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
AMIRI (PL2200212)
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.

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Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Greg Moss, Amiri
Project Representative: John Warner, Permit Advisors
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by
Commissioner Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None

CARRIED

6. 459 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Amiri (PL2200213)
Request for approval for an architectural review for façade modifications, a Sign Accommodation to allow 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: Greg Moss, Amiri
Project Representative: John Warner, Permit Advisors
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Meyer, 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. 9200 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Mandarin Oriental Residences (PL2200215)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow 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: BSD Beverly Hills Propco, LLC
Project Representative: Kuo Yang
Public Input: None
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Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by
Commissioner Meyer to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None

CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 2:44 PM
The Commission reconvened at 2:51 PM

9. 430 NORTH ROXBURY DRIVE
EVO (Pl2200216)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow a Sign Accommodation for multiple Business Identification Signs, including a projecting sign and the installation of an environmental graphic consisting of an architectural feature. 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: EVO
Project Representative: Marine Ter-Ananyan, Front Signs Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Commissioner Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None

CARRIED
Commissioner Meyer advised that item #10 is located between 500 and 1000 feet of real property in which he has a financial interest. After consideration, he has determined that the proposed project will not affect his property in the following areas: development potential; income-producing potential; highest and best use; character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or the market value of the real property in which he has an interest, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matter.

10. 9549-9551 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Chamoun Atelier (PL2200217)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow modifications to the façade and to the existing rear elevation, an outdoor seating area at the rear, and a Sign Accommodation to allow environmental graphics consisting of architectural features. Pursuant to the provisions Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
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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: George Chamoun
Project Representative: Gary Akopian
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by
Commissioner Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None

CARRIED

STUDY SESSION
No Items

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
 Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Meeting video is available online.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
 Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
 The Design Review Commission recently reviewed two new residential projects; one was conditionally approved, and one will move on to an ad hoc committee for final review.
 Congratulations are in order for Associate Planner Christine Delostrinos, who recently received her Master’s Degree from USC.

11. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 18, 2022 / 4:13 PM

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
May 19, 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: May 19, 2022 / 9:00 a.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Sharp led the Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner Nisim read the Human Relations Commission’s Civility Statement.

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Kaiserman, Nisim, Vice Chair Freeman, Chair Sharp Commissioners Absent: Margo
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Rachel L. Evans, Enisha Clark, Linda Kyriazi

Recording Secretary read a public comment from Rochelle Ginsburg.

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 approved the agenda as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 21, 2022.

MOTION by Kaiserman, SECONDED by Freeman to approve the Meeting Minutes as presented. (3/0)
AYES: Kaiserman, Vice Chair Freeman, Chair Sharp
NOES: None
ABSENT: Margo
ABSTAIN: Nisim

CARRIED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 19, 2022

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2. Resolution of the Human Relations Commission of the City of Beverly Hills Continuing to Authorize Public Meetings to be Held Via Teleconferencing Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e) and Making Findings and Determinations Regarding the Same.

Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Human Relations Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.

Tabled.

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Department
Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo updated the Commission on the following:
- The victims of an attack on South Beverly Drive suffered minor injuries. With officers arriving quickly on the scene, a suspect was apprehended. Patrols in the area have been increased which include aerial coverage by drones.
- There was a theft on the 400 block of N. Beverly Drive. A police officer was able to tackle the suspect who was actively running at the time.
- Criminals within the City of Beverly Hills will be arrested and booked. The crime rate has been lower due to more police patrols on duty.
- June 7, 2022, Breakfast with a Badge, will be held Wednesday, June 7, 2022 from 8am to 9:30am at Mickey Fine Pharmacy & Grill, 435 N. Roxbury Drive. - The Department prepares to launch their mental health evaluation team (MET) program.

This program does not remove police officers from mental emergencies. The MET team will be the front line responders.
- The Department also launched their new Special Alert Registry. The Special Alert Registry is a free, secure safety tool designed to help Beverly Hills Police Department officers during contacts with community members with disabilities such as, but not limited to; autism, schizophrenia, dementia, deafness or any other mental/ developmental disabilities. The Registry is intended for residents of Beverly Hills who may find their communication abilities challenged or ineffective when interacting with public safety personnel.

Beverly Hills Unified School District
Beverly Hills Board of Education member, Dr. Amanda Stern, provided an update on the following:
- Seniors have been receiving notifications of their acceptance into various universities as graduation ceremonies are coming up.
- Legacy Grandparents permits are being extended.
- A teachers vs. seniors dodgeball event was organized in addition to a talent show at the high school.
- The High School prom was safe and successful.
- At Horace Mann School, the first grade went on a field trip to the Gentle Barn. The Gentle Barn's mission is to provide sanctuary for abused animals who would not otherwise be able to find homes.

Chair Sharp welcomed City Councilmember John A. Mirisch.

PRESENTATIONS

3. City of Beverly Hills - Organic Recycling Program
James Burnley, Solid Waste Manager, Public Works Department Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 19, 2022

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- James Burnley, Solid Waste Manager from Public Works, updated the Commission on the City’s new Organic waste Management Program.
- The Commissioners were provided with food scrap pails for use in their home to take out to their yard waste container.
- These containers are available to all Beverly Hills residents who have yard waste containers.

They can be picked up at the Public Works facility. Their telephone number is: 310-285- 2467.

Chair Sharp acknowledged Howard Fisher.

NEW BUSINESS
None

CONTINUED BUSINESS

4. Beverly Hills Unified School District Engagement Project Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, informed the Commission that after last month’s discussion with Dr. Michael Bregy, Superintendent of BHUSD, Hawthorne Elementary School Principal Sarah Kaber and Horace Mann Principal Craig Bugbee, staff would like to bring this project to the City Council Liaisons. - Staff has requested that George Nicholas provide a proposal and budget for a scheduled liaison meeting.

5. FY 2022-23 Community Assistance Grant Fund (CAGF)
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, informed the Commission that the next step in this 2022-2033 process is to meet with their City Council liaisons to present the Commissioner’s recommendations. The liaison meeting has been scheduled for May 25, 2022 at 3:00pm.

MOTION by Sharp, SECONDED by Freeman move to not recommend Community Assistance Grant Funding for Jewish Free Loan Association. (4/0) AYES: Kaiserman, Nisim, Vice Chair Freeman, Chair Sharp NOES: None
ABSENT: Margo
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED:

6. Beverly Hills Homeless Initiative
Enisha Clark, Interim Clinical Program Coordinator, provided an update:
- Chief Stainbrook has been proactive in strengthening relationships with the Community Services Division.
- To improve coordinated homeless outreach efforts across City departments, the Beverly Hills Police and Community Services have partnered to bring a comprehensive Homeless Services Collaboration Briefings during the morning and evening police rollcall meetings.

Representatives from Beverly Hills Outreach Team, Park Rangers, Ambassadors, and Human Services all made this a successful endeavor.

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- A reminder if anyone in the Community needs outreach services to contact the Beverly Hills Outreach Team (BHOT) at 310-487-0313.
- For the City of Los Angeles, call 211 or the 311 app to report homeless encampments in needs of services. Their website is www.la-hop.org to make a report.

7. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awareness Initiative
Enisha Clark, Interim Clinical Program Coordinator, along with Vice Chair Freeman, informed the Commission that the ad hoc will meet to secure the date of the first speaker. - In May, the Commissioners attended the Legislative Lobby Committee in support of funding AB1126, The Commission on the State of Hate. This item will be taken to the City Council.
- Commissioner Nisim thanked the Commission for working with City Council on the letter to Governor Newsom urging him to fully fund the California Commission on The State of Hate.

8. Inter-Commission Collaboration: Embrace & Celebrate Culture Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, introduced Ben Johnson, Recreation Services Manager, who provided an update on Pride Month programming.

9. Kindness Recognition
The Kindness agenda item allows Commissioners the opportunity to highlight Acts of Kindness.
- Chair Sharp acknowledged the kindness of artist Susan Veerman and how her kindness is appreciated by everyone who knows her.

STATUS REPORTS

10. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program
Johnthon Hunter, Beverly Hills Ambassadors Operations Manager, reviewed the latest statistics with the Commission:
- With pedestrian traffic increasing at this time, the team has been given outreach techniques as their Campaign for Hospitality.
- Camping has increased by 50% during the last month. Staff has noticed some regulars have returned to the City’s structures.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION

11. Chair Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Reviewed
b) Review Commission Meeting dates
- Reviewed
c) Good and Welfare. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Commissioner Nisim revisited Commissioner Margo’s suggested of an All City Charity Day which would collections of multiple items and requested it being added to the June agenda.

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- Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, informed the Commission that the item will be added to October’s Civility Month which will be on the June agenda. - Vice Chair Freeman informed the Commission that since May is Mental Health Awareness Month the Commission should work with other Commissioners or Committees to promote workplace wellness and requested agendized.

MOTION by Freeman, SECONDED by Nisim move to agendize a Mental Health Awareness discussion. (3/1)
AYES: Kaiserman, Nisim, Vice Chair Freeman
NOES: Chair Sharp
ABSENT: Margo
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED:

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF

12. Administrator’s Report
- All Commissioner Training, May 16, 2022
- Business with Bosse
a. Thursday, May 19, 2022, 9-10:30am at Chaumont Bakery and Chaumont Vegan b. Monday, May 23, 2022, 12pm – 1pm, at Alfred’s Coffee c. Thursday, June 9, 2022, 3-4:30pm, Flour Shop
- Beverly Hills Art Show – May 21-22, 2022
- Public Works Day at the Farmers’ Market – Sunday, May 22, 9am-12pm - Make Music Day – June 21, 2022
- Live with Lili – Thursday, June 23, 2022 – 7pm - 8:30pm – Beverly Hills City Hall

13. Overview of Current and Pending Agenda Items
- Reviewed

ADJOURNMENT
May 19, 2022 at 11:15 a.m.

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
1 HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

SYNOPSIS
Monday, May 23, 2022
4:00 p.m.

OPEN MEETING
Date/Time: May 23, 2022 / 4:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commission Secretary Karen Gutierrez led the pledge of allegiance.

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Rosenthal, Felsenthal, and Baker, Vice Chair Hilborne, and Chair Chang
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Deputy City Manager, Gabriella Yap, Fire Chief Gregory Barton, Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo, Fire Battalion Chief David Perusse, Emergency Management Manager Meena Janmohamed, Fire
Marshal Scott Stephens, Solid Waste Manager Colonel James Burnley, Fire Administrator Michael Liongson, Project Operations Specialist Gabriel Mier, and Commission Secretary Karen Gutierrez.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953, the Health and Safety Commission passed a resolution at the April 25, 2022 meeting enabling members of the Beverly Hills Health and Safety Commission and staff to participate in this meeting in-person or via teleconference.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda.

By order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.

Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 23, 2022
2 CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Consideration of Minutes
Consideration of minutes from the regular Health and Safety Commission meeting on April 25, 2022.

Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hilborne, SECONDED by Commissioner Rosenthal to approve the minutes as presented (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Rosenthal, Felsenthal, and Baker, Vice Chair Hilborne, Chair Chang
NOES: None

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
 Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) – Beverly Hills Unified School District representative Rachelle Marcus highlighted a community spotlight program lead by BHUSD President Mary Wells, the participation in various awareness programs including the launch of the Bulldog Aid for mental health, and the Beverly Hills Education Foundation grants to be offered for innovative programs.
 Beverly Hills Police Department – Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo spoke on recent cases, and the Mental Health Evaluation Team (MHET) and Special Alert Registry programs.  Beverly Hills Fire Department – C-Shift Platoon Battalion Chief David Perusse spoke on incidents, response metrics, and strike team deployment on May 11, 2022 at Laguna Niguel. No injuries were reported.

CONTINUED BUSINESS

2. Moment of Mindfulness
Commissioner Erica Felsenthal, PhD, will lead the Commission in a Moment of Mindfulness.

Commissioner Felsenthal led a mindfulness exercise called Mindful Breathing as a Pleasant Event. She reminded everyone that mindfulness can be done at any time and suggests making time for self-care.

3. COVID-19 Update
Provides information and a discussion on a variety of topics related to the COVID-19 emergency and what the community should know.

Emergency Management Manager Meena Janmohamed updated the Commission on a variety of COVID-19 metrics including cases, vaccination, and Beverly Hills specific community statistics. Staff reviewed the current Los Angeles County COVID-19 community levels and protective measures, and spoke on testing kits and other resources for testing.

Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 23, 2022
3 NEW BUSINESS

4. Seventh Inning Stretch
A health and safety intermission led by Certified Personal Trainer Nick Trice.

This item is a pro-health intermission dedicated to the need to stay active. Certified Personal Trainer Nick Trice led the Commission in a “Seventh Inning Stretch” via prerecorded video, which addressed the positive aspects of stretch relief, injury prevention, blood circulation and mind rejuvenation.

5. Organic Waste Management Program
A presentation on the City of Beverly Hills – Organic Waste Management Program.

Solid Waste Manager Colonel James Burnley spoke on solid waste collections, illegal dump mitigations, and the two types of collection streams, which are plant and food, and trash and recyclables. The City has asked residents to include organic material of food scraps, food-soiled paper, yard trimmings, and nonhazardous wood waste into green yard bins, and for commercial businesses to subscribe to the City’s collection services in accordance to the California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383).

6. Community Risk Reduction and Home Hardening
Provides information on increasing a home’s survivability to wildfires.

Fire Marshal Scott Stephens highlighted that building materials, design features, and nearby landscapes influence a home’s survivability in a wildfire, and that a majority of home wildfires are ignited by embers or small, low-intensity fires. Staff encouraged everyone to address several components, including the roof, gutters and eaves, vents, siding, windows and doors, and decks, fences, and other attachments to the home.

PROJECT UPDATES
None.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
 Chair’s Report
o Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights – March 14, 2022
o Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights – April 11, 2022
- Chair Chang attended the May 9, 2022 Mayor’s Cabinet meeting.

Highlights will be included in the June 27, 2022 Health and Safety Commission packet.
- Highlights for the March 14, 2022 and April 11, 2022 Mayor’s Cabinet meetings were included in the packet for Commissioners to read.  Commissioner Items –
- Commissioner Baker announced the June 7, 2022 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training.

Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 23, 2022
4 - Commissioner Felsenthal shared information on an upcoming event on July 20, 2022 at Roxbury Park in regards to the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
 Director’s Report –
- Staff shared information on the upcoming Beverly Hills Pride event on June 2, 2022 at the Wallace Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.  Health and Safety Related Supplemental Information:

1. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Newsletter April 2022

2. Benefits of Mindfulness (Help Guide)

3. Be Red Cross Ready – Fire Prevention & Safety Checklist

4. Taking Care of Your Emotional Health (CDC)
- Health and safety related supplemental information was included in the packet for Commissioners to read.

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 23, 2022 / 6:00 p.m.

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION

SPECIAL MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
10:00 a.m.

Recordings of the Recreation and Parks Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 24, 2022 / 10:00 a.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Sara Scrimshaw, Venue Coordinator, led the Pledge of Allegiance

CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Sherry read the Civility Statement

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Mishler, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry Commissioners Absent: Javor
Staff Present: Patty Acuña, Linda Kyriazi

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 approve the agenda as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting from 4/26/2022.

MOTION by Mishler, SECONDED by Lurie to approve the Meeting Minutes as presented. (4/0) AYES: Mishler, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT: Javor
ABSTAIN: None

CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS

2. Art & Culture Programming
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, presenting a recap of the May Art Show & Music in the Mansion
- Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the sold-out Gatsby Redux event that was held at various parts of the grounds at Greystone Mansion.
- The Beverly Hills ArtWalk Guided Tours will continue. The next tour is scheduled for June 5, 2022 and will include a rare trees tour.
- Music in the Mansion returned as a one-day event on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at various locations throughout Greystone Mansion. This event was a return to live performances inside the Mansion though a number of events were virtual. - The Beverly Hills Spring Art Show was held May 21 & 22, 2022 with approximately 30,000 in attendance. This show included a 3rd block of art, 150 artists, and hoping to return to 4 blocks for the Fall Art Show.
- An Artist Reception returned with a Sunday morning breakfast which included an awards ceremony.
- The Fall Art Show is scheduled for October 15 and 16th, 2022. - Upcoming programs include: Beverly Hills Pride on June 2nd, Concerts on Canon starting June 9th, Farmers’ Market Piesta on June 12th and Make Music Day on June 21st.

3. Greystone Completed Projects
Sara Scrimshaw, Venue Coordinator
Sara Scrimshaw, Venue Coordinator, informed the Commission of the recently completed capital improvement projects (CIP) to Greystone Mansion:
- South mansion wall repointing
- Theatre rotunda floor
- In progress: pool area waterproofing project – design phase

4. Construction & Maintenance Projects
Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager
Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission on the Park’s construction and maintenance projects for years 2021 – 2022:
- Hamel Mini Park playground PIP resurfacing
- La Cienega Community Center door repair and window shade installation in addition to new picnic tables and field 3 netting replacement at the park - Roxbury and Beverly Gardens parks new plantings

5. Make Music Day Event
Ben Johnson, Recreation Services Manager
Ben Johnson, Recreation Services Manager, informed the Commission about the Worldwide Celebration of Music: Make Music Day Beverly Hills is being held Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 10am – 10pm and what that would entail.
- To participate and learn more, go to www.beverlyhills.org/makemusicday

NEW BUSINESS
None.

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CONTINUED BUSINESS

6. National Fitness Campaign’s Outdoor Fitness Court (NFC) Gloria Cox, Director Public Art Campaign at National Fitness Campaign, will provide a revised presentation.
- Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission that the proposed NFC Fitness Court was presented recently to the Recreation and Parks Commission Ad Hoc on Thursday, May 12, 2022. The Ad Hoc gave approval for staff to bring the proposed project to the full Recreation and Parks Commission. If the Commission recommends approving this project, including the preferred location and design, the project would be recommended to the Council Liaisons for consideration and approval. The NFC Fitness Court and location will then be presented to the full City Council for approval of design, location, and purchase. - Gloria Cox, Director Public Art Campaign at National Fitness Campaign, presented the revised presentation, including a variety of renderings, and answered additional questions.

MOTION by Roston, SECONDED by Mishler move to recommend that we pursue this project and that our ad hoc committee schedule a meeting with our City Council Liaisons to present our desire to move forward with this project with La Cienega Park being the location for it and recommend Design #1, the blue background with trees along with a gold or white City shield. (4/0)
AYES: Mishler, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT: Javor
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED:

STATUS REPORTS

7. DIRECTOR’S REPORT

PROJECT UPDATES
 Recreation & Parks Commission Training Update
- The Commission agreed to go dark in July and schedule a work plan meeting  Program Updates
- A sound vendor has been scheduled to test the pickleball noise. - May 27, 2022, Roxbury will become fully operating as pickleball dedicated courts - Court #13 at La Cienega Tennis Center will no longer be open for pickleball play, but Court #14 will remain.
- The Community Support Groups are slowing returning in addition to in-door rentals. - Preschool graduations have been scheduled and Summer Camps are ready to begin.  Business with Bosse: June 9, 2022, Thursday, 3pm – 4:30pm, Flour Shop, 9495 S. Santa Monica Boulevard.

June 15, 2022, Wednesday, 5pm – 6:30pm, Mirame, 419 N. Canon Drive  Live with Lili, June, 23, 2022, Thursday, 7pm – 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery If you cannot attend in-person, Live with Lili can be watched at beverlyhills.org/live  All Commission Training
- Reviewed
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 Event Calendar
- Reviewed

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION

8. Chair Report
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Meeting Minutes
b. Ad Hoc Committees
- Chair Sherry informed the Commission that today is the last Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting at Roxbury Park and will be partaking in their video along with other Commissioners.
- Chair Sherry and Vice Chair Lurie commented on the successful Beverly Hills Active Adult Club’s (BHAAC) Prom Party.
c. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF

9. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
Review calendar and attendance
- Reviewed
PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH’S AGENDA
NEXT MEETING: June 28, 2022

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 24, 2022 / 12:10 p.m.

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Council Chamber
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

SYNOPSIS
May 26, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 26, 2022 / 1:33 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Ryan Gohlich, Timothea Tway, Cindy Gordon, Chloe Chen, Judy Gutierrez, Alvaro Gomez, Karen Myron, David Snow, James Burnley

Public Input: None

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as amended, noting that item #4, Spring Place, would be moved to the end of the agenda.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of May 12, 2022.

Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Ross to adopt the minutes as presented (5-0).

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AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None

CARRIED

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES

2. ORGANICS RECYCLING PROGRAM
Informational presentation from the Public Works Department on the City’s organic waste management program.

Solid Waste Manager James Burnley provided a presentation on the City’s organic waste management program, and answered questions from the Commissioners.

CONTINUED BUSINESS

3. 9120 OLYMPIC BOULEVARD (HARKHAM HILLEL HEBREW ACADEMY) Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, Variances (PL1900239) Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the expansion of an educational institution and to seek relief from the applicable height limits in the R-4 Zone; a Development Plan Review to allow for construction of an addition to an existing educational institution; a Variance to deviate from the required front yard setbacks along South Doheny Drive and South Oakhurst Drive; and a Variance to allow an outdoor game court to be located within the R-4 Zone.

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. (Continued from the April 26, 2022 Planning Commission meeting) Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Demeter and Chair Licht both disclosed having separate conversations with Scott Reardon. Both advised they remain open-minded on the matter. No other Commissioners had ex-parte communications.

Project Planner: Cindy Gordon, AICP, Principal Planner
Project Applicant: Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy
Project Representative: Shane Swerdlow, Craig Lawson & Co., LLC Public Input: Panthea Tizebgar Saadat, Diana Gordon, Scott Reardon, Orly Nassir, Rona Lalezary, Nicole Hanasab, Neeli Gottlieb, Shannon Ram, David Gingold, Susan Mishler, Andrea Grossman, Farhoud & Sandra Bastanfar, Alissa Roston, Elliot & Ruthi Kahn, Abraham & Roya Benelyahu, Jonathan and Rachel Kessler, Howard Fisher, Michel and Ramak Elyson, Gina Seidel, Jordan & Ilana Moss, Robert & Ramona Golshan, Gina Raphael, Joshua & Danielah Pourgol, Armin & Sarah Rafiee, Hamid & Mona Rashidi Doust, Adam & Jesse Shaked, Elyas & Anna Myers, Eli & Ayala
Satrashans, Nisan & Melody Pirian, Firouzeh Golsaz Yeroushalmi, Daniel & Amanda Ghalchi, Sharon de Mayo, Sharon & Chad
Eshaghoff
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Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to continue the item to the June 23, 2022 Planning Commission regular meeting (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None

CARRIED

PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS

5. 713 NORTH CRESCENT DRIVE
Accessory Dwelling Unit Use Permit and Central R-1 Permit (PL2100324) Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Use Permit and Central R-1 Permit to allow the construction of an ADU within a required side yard and rear yard to encroach within the allowable height plane. 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: Jacob Andreou & Carly Steel Andreou
Project Representative: Robert Steel, CO Architects
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Ostroff to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None

CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 4:14 PM
The Commission reconvened at 4:27 PM.

6. 1011 NORTH ROXBURY DRIVE
Central R-1 Permits (PL2000138)
Request for a Central R-1 Permit to allow an accessory structure to exceed 14’-0” in height within a required side and rear yard, a Central R-1 Permit to allow a deck on that accessory structure to be located more than three (3’) above natural grade, and a Central R-1 Permit to allow a deck to be located more than 3’ above natural grade on a pool pavilion. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.

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Ex Parte Communications: All five Commissioners disclosed attending site visits, all of which were also attended by members of the Applicant team and City staff.

Project Planner: Judy Gutierrez, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Fineland Investment LLC c/o Riehl Construction Consulting LLC Project Representative: Jason Somers, Crest Real Estate & Tim Barber, Tim Barber Architects
Public Input: Lenore Greenberg
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None

CARRIED

STUDY SESSION
No items

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
 City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
 As a reminder, the Planning Commission will hold a special meeting tonight at 7:00 PM to continue the discussion of the proposed Cheval Blanc project.  At its upcoming meeting on Thursday, June 9, the Planning Commission will conduct study session discussions on (1) medical uses, as directed by the City Council, (2) the height of walls, fences, and hedges, in rear yard setbacks, as directed by the City Council, and (3) In-lieu parking.

7. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed

8. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
Vice Chair Hudnut advised that both his residence and office are within 500 feet of Spring Place.

As such, he recused from the item, and left the room at 4:48 PM.

Citing office location within 500 feet of the subject property, and current membership at Spring Place, Chair Licht recused from item #2 and left the room at 4:48 PM.

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May 26, 2022

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4. 9800 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD AND 121 SPALDING DRIVE (SPRING PLACE) A resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills amending the conditions of approval of a previously approved Development Plan Review (DPR) that regulates the rooftop uses of Spring Place. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Commission will also find the project statutorily exempt from further review under CEQA. (Continued from the May 12, 2022 Planning Commission meeting)
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Chloe Chen, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Project Representative: Mark Egerman, Egerman Law Group, LLC Public Input: Anonymous, Steve Mayer
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Commissioner Ross to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-2).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Ostroff, Acting Chair Demeter NOES: None
RECUSED: Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 26, 2022 / 5:52 PM

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Council Chamber
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING

SYNOPSIS
May 26, 2022
7:00 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 26, 2022 / 7:02 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Public Input: None

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS

CONTINUING TO AUTHORIZE PUBLIC MEETINGS TO BE HELD VIA
TELECONFERENCING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(e) AND

MAKING FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS REGARDING THE SAME
Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Planning Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.

Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
May 26, 2022

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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
NOES: None

CARRIED

REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None

CONTINUED BUSINESS

2. 456 and 468 NORTH RODEO DRIVE; 449, 451, and 453 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE; and 461 through 465 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
(CHEVAL BLANC BEVERLY HILLS SPECIFIC PLAN PROJECT)
General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan, Zone Text and Map Amendments, Master Plan of Streets Amendment, Vesting Tentative Parcel Map, Encroachment Permits, Development Agreement and Final Environmental Impact Report (PL2000138) A request for a new specific plan to allow for comprehensive redevelopment of the Project Site with a multiple use building containing a luxury hotel with restaurants and ancillary services, a private club, and street level retail uses with North Rodeo Drive frontage. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act, the Commission will also consider a Final Environmental Impact Report. Continued from the February 24, 2022 Planning Commission Special Meeting.

Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ross disclosed several conversations with Noah Furie, advised he remains open-minded on the project. Commissioner Demeter, Vice Chair Hudnut, and Chair Licht all disclosed separately meeting with Debbi Quick and other members of the applicant team; all advised they remain open-minded on the project. Commissioner Ostroff had no ex parte communications.

Project Planner: Masa Alkire, AICP, Project Manager
Project Applicant: 468 N Rodeo Drive LLC, 456 N Rodeo Drive LLC, 461 N Beverly Drive LLC, and 449 N Beverly Drive LLC (Project Proponent:

Cheval Blanc, a division of LVMH)
Public Input: Samantha Peterson, Gus Torres, Dar Mahboubi, Ryan Kelly, Michael May Sun, Danielle Wilson, Marty Halfon, Michael Tenner, Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Steve Stabler, Giacomino Drago, Alan & Michelle Kaye, Nooshin & Yar Meshkaty, Sandy & Barry Pressman
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to direct staff to prepare resolutions memorializing the Commission’s findings and recommendations to the City Council regarding the requested entitlements, certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR), and Vesting Tentative Parcel Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
May 26, 2022

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Map, and to continue the item to the Planning Commission special meeting on June 13, 2022 (5-0).

AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None

CARRIED

PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
None

STUDY SESSION
No items

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None

COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
None

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 26, 2022 / 9:36 PM

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