CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, May 12, 2022
10:00am
Recordings of the Arts and Culture Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 12, 2022 / 10:01 am
CIVILITY STATEMENT
The Civility Statement was read to initiate the meeting.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Gordy Bristol, Beck and Vahn, Vice Chair Filipovic, Chair Frank
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Ben Johnson, Paul Paolone, Adriné Ovasapyan, Aida Thau, Jessica Barragan
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.
There were no public comments.
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 Chair Frank, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 19, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Vahn, SECONDED by Commissioner Gordy Bristol to approve the minutes as presented with the correction to update Concerts on Cañon commence date from June 20, 2022 to June 2, 2022 (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Gordy Bristol, Beck and Vahn, Vice Chair Filipovic, and Chair Frank
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Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 12, 2022
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
2. Public Works Department: Organics Recycling Program
Solid Waste Manager James Burnley presented new Public Works Department program to the Commission.
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PRESENTATIONS
None
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. Fine Art Priority Exercise
Commissioners were presented with selection of fine artworks submitted by their colleagues on the Arts and Culture Commission for a discussion on which to pursue for possible acquisition. Four gallery representatives gave detailed presentations and answered questions on the following artworks:
Lucky by Deborah Butterfield, LA LOUVER Gallery – Kimberly Davis Trinity by Judy Chicago, Jeffrey Deitch Gallery – Jeffrey Deitch Reaching Out by Thomas J. Price – Hauser & Wirth Gallery – Mike Davis Untitled by Pae White – 1301PE Gallery – Brian Butler Each Commissioner voted on their top three choices. The first choice selection was Trinity by Judy Chicago, followed by Deborah Butterfield’s Lucky and then Thomas J. Prices Reaching Out. Staff will be advancing the Judy Chicago sculpture recommendation to the Arts and Culture Council Liaisons for review and approval.
4. Financial Update
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, reported on the Fine Art Fund and informed Commissioners on pending permits and fees. An additional $0 were transferred as of April 2022 for a total of $155,366.36 in In-Lieu Fee Revenue in FY 21/22.
PROJECT UPDATES
Arts and Culture Commission Updates
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 12, 2022
Fine Art Collection Maintenance Program
The Beverly Gardens Park artworks will be cleaned during the week leading up to the Beverly Hills Art Show – Spring 2022.
Department Updates
Gatsby Redux
A dance and theater performance by choreographer Janet Roston’s company Mixed eMotion Theatrix was a great success.. The event ran April 27 – 29, 2022 at Greystone Mansion & Gardens. The event had sold out performances. Music in the Mansion
The production will be presented on Sunday, May 15, 2022, 2pm-5pm, at Greystone Mansion. The performance by ten classical music artists will begin in the courtyard, living room, and ending in the Greystone Theatre.
Beverly Hills Art Show
Celebrating its 49th year, the Beverly Hills Art Show will take place on Sat. & Sun., May 21 & 22, 2022, 10am-6pm. The show includes 150 juried artists in over three blocks of Beverly Gardens Park.
Beverly Hills ArtWalk – Guided Tours
The next upcoming tour is scheduled for Sunday, June 4th. It is a Public Art and Rare Tree Tour.
Concerts on Cañon
The series spanning from June 9-August 25, 2022 on Thursdays, 6 - 8pm includes concerts of global music, jazz, rock, and fan favorites. Of special note, the Thursday June 9th concert will be by group Mostly Kosher, artistically directed by Leaav Sofer, and in collaboration with The Skirball Cultural Center.
Beverly Hills Pride
Pride activities expanded this year via the Embrace & Celebrate Culture Initiative by bringing back a Beverly Hills Pride gobo, tree lighting, and a couple of concerts. One concert will be in collaboration with The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts tentatively scheduled for Thursday, June 2, 2022 at the Wallis, and the second special evening will be at Greystone Theatre featuring female-identified performers, musicians, and comedians. The proposal will be presented to the Arts and Culture Council Liaisons on Thursday, May 12, 2022.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Chair’s report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights
Chair Frank presented a review of the meeting.
b) Ad Hoc Committees
- Fine Art / Public Art (Frank, Vahn – Rogers, Acuna, Johnson, Paolone, Thau)
Commissioner Vahn complimented the Art Docents on their success with the Beverly Hills ArtWalk – Guided Tours. Director Rogers informed the Commission of Rodeo Drive Committee’s desire to have the Ambassadors provide information on the Rodeo Drive artworks to the public.
Commissioner Vahn and Chair Frank suggested involving the Art Docents in this project. Director Rogers agreed that staff will work on identifying major artworks and collaborate with the Art Docents.
- Music and Community Outreach (Filipovic, Gordy Bristol – Johnson, Ovasapyan, Thau)
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 12, 2022
Arts and Culture Manager Ben Johnson informed the Commission that Make Music Day Beverly Hills will take place on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.
Historically, this is a day where music can be performed by anyone and anywhere. It is a national program. Staff is looking for special activities.
Currently, there is an open invitation to the community to propose a project via the Arts & Culture website at www.beverlyhills.org/makemusicday.
Commissioner Gordy Bristol requested for the City to provide permits to businesses that would showcase music performances outdoors and staff indicated they would discuss with the Citywide Special Events staff the City’s permitting process.
- Cultural Events (Frank, Vahn – Rogers, Ovasapyan, Thau) - Art Maintenance (Beck, Filipovic - Paolone)
c) Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Director’s Report
a) Director Rogers updated the Commission on a recent closure of a Recreation Supervisor – Arts and Culture recruitment. This staff person will be a part of the Arts and Culture team and support the Department and the Commission. b) An offer was extended to the top candidate of the Graphic Artist recruitment. The department has a backup plan should that candidate decline. Information only items
a) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 12, 2022 / 11:55 am
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
Thursday, June 2, 2022
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 2, 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, Samer Elayyan, Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, Ilene Knebel, Lieutenant Blake Nance, Timmi Tway
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 Speakers: Public comment was heard from Lester Friedman, Peter Ostroff, and Kory Klem
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 March 3, 2022
2. A Resolution of the Resolution of the Traffic and Parking 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
Comment: Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Traffic and Parking Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis June 2, 2022
conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Solnit to approve the consent calendar items as presented (5/0).
AYES: Commissioners Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Solnit, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
ABSTAIN: None
NOES: None
CARRIED.
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
3. Police Department Report
Lieutenant Blake Nance reviewed the Police Department report for the month of April as well as upcoming events. Sergeant Dale Drummond provided an overview of the recent traffic conference he attended as well as further information about relevant traffic data.
4. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – North Hollywood to Pasadena Transit Corridor Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter introduced Transportation Planning Manager Scott Hartwell who presented an overview of the rapid transit project from North Hollywood to Pasadena, and a summary of next steps.
5. Planning Quarterly Report
City Planner Timmi Tway updated the commission on noteworthy projects in the City including Cheval Blanc, Harkam Hillel Hebrew Academy and the Gale Yard, and other significant projects and regulation changes.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Proposed Beverly Hills Transit System Update
Transportation Planner Martha Eros provided an update on the Transit Feasibility Assessment and the current timeline. Peter Casellini, Project Manager at Kittelson and Associates, reviewed facets of the project including plan review, community outreach, needs assessment and a sustainability analysis.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Peter Ostroff
NEW BUSINESS
7. Rodeo Station North Portal
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer presented an introduction to the North Portal Project, including EIR Results. Project Manager Samer Elayyan gave details of the design plan and next steps. The Commission commented and gave feedback.
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
8. Project Update and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided information for the Doheny bike lanes, and updates for the Complete Streets Action Plan, Purple Line and Slow Streets Program.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis June 2, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
The Commission thanked Commissioner Solnit for his six years of service to the Traffic and Parking Commission.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
The next meeting for Open BH Ad Hoc is scheduled for June 13th. Staff also wished outgoing Commissioner Solnit well and presented him with his framed placards.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 2, 2022 / 11:28AM