CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Thursday, June 9, 2022
8:00 AM
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MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 9, 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: Tory Brewster, Vince Damasse, Josette Descalzo, Debby Dunn, Samer Elayyan, Shana Epstein, Daren Grilley, Michael Hensley, Ilene Knebel, Tristan Malabanan, Lucy Quiralte, Rob Welch
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 Comment: None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The Agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of May 12, 2022 Public Works Commission regular meeting minutes.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Nazarian, 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
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Operations Reports from City Departments, Consultants and Outside Agencies None.
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CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. Proposed Agenda Items for July Through December 2022 Meetings Deputy Director of Public Works Michael Hensley gave an oral presentation of the upcoming Commission Agenda Items. The Commission suggested topics that will be included in future agendas.
3. Fiscal Year 2022/23 Public Works Operating and Capital Budget Update Deputy Director of Public Works Michael Hensley explained the ongoing budget process. He introduced Public Works Manager Lucy Quiralte, who presented the upcoming budget for 2022/2023. Increases to the Operating and CIP Budgets were discussed. The Commission commented and provided feedback.
Public Comment: Public comment was heard from Nooshin Meshkaty.
NEW BUSINESS
4. Status update for the Water and Wastewater Cost of Service Study Public Works Director Shana Epstein introduced the topic and Rick Simonson, Lead Consultant from HF&H. He presented information to the Commission to understand some of the revenue assumptions. The goal is to work through the most appropriate wastewater rate structure that meets our goals as a community and is compliant with Prop 218. Also, need to make sure all different scenarios are evaluated regarding water storage and ratios for fixed vs variable on the water rates. He presented the rate study timeline, information on both the Wastewater and Water Enterprises. Wastewater rates study will explore alternative rate structures. He presented a rate study timeline, financial projection assumptions and discussed the restructuring of rates. Water CIP Options and reservoir costs were presented.
Service charge policies were reviewed. The Commission inquired about costs, the need for more storage and requested further discussion on the topic.
The Commission took a break at 10:20 AM
The Commission returned at 10:30 AM
5. Best Practices – Australia’s Drought Resilience
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Manager Josette Descalzo introduced Tory Brewster, the CivicSpark Fellow currently assisting in the Public Works Department. She presented a report on Australia’s drought best management practices and lessons learned from the millennium drought.
PROJECT UPDATES & STATUS ITEMS
6. Foothill Water Treatment Plant Update/La Brea Subarea Update Utilities General Manager Rob Welch gave a brief update on the Treatment Plant. It has started up and the project will be closed out shortly. Project Manager Tristan Malabanan gave a construction update of the La Brea Subarea Project. Water Resources Manager/Operations Vince Damasse gave an update about the production timeline from the site.
7. Water Efficiency Update
Utilities General Manager Rob Welch discussed the regulatory requirements from the State of California and updated information for our outreach efforts for our drought awareness program. In February 2022, Beverly Hills City Council approved a drought declaration to remain at Stage C with increased education of water conservation and enforcement of water waste. In April 2020, MWD declared a water shortage emergency, and implemented stricter regulations in surrounding areas. Water Conservation Administrator Debby Dunn discussed Public Works Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
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state water allowances for residents, Water Tracker (moving to new system, WaterSmart in the future) and focusing in on the most excessive water users.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Alpert, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer, that the Commission Recommend to City Council the following additional drought measures:
x That Council reaffirm continuation of the Stage C Drought Emergency as approved by City Council on 2/8/22
x That Council maintain a 2-day a week water schedule instead of moving to a 3-day a week watering schedule from June through September of 2022
x That Council set a goal of saving water by 30% monthly against 2013 water usage.
x That Council review the weekly watering schedule in September to determine the appropriate weekly watering schedule from October through May.
x That Council direct staff to engage in an expanded information campaign which includes a school program and the following elements in each messaging: lets people know the seriousness of the drought, how they can help solve it, and motivates people to take action (5/0).
AYES: Commissioners Nazarian, Alpert, Greer, Vice Chair Nystrom, Chair Millan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CARRIED
8. Capital Projects Update
Public Works Director Shana Epstein gave an update on the replacement of the signage for the street sweeping program and a request was made to discuss the Burton Way Project at a future meeting. Assistant Director/City Engineer Daren Grilley address a question about the Robertson Boulevard Sidewalk Improvements.
9. Specific Information and Department Updates
No comments.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
10. Chair’s Report
x The Commission requested an update from Southern California Edison regarding power outages.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
11. Director’s Report
x Director Epstein reminded the Commission about the June 14 City Council Meeting items including granting Dr. Barry Pressman a continuance of his Metropolitan Water Director duties, the Public Health Goals Report, drought measures, and the budget. x June 30th at 10 AM is the tentative Ribbon Cutting for the Culver City Median Stormwater Project.
x July 20th at 6 PM is the CAAP Movie Night at Roxbury Park.
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ADJOURNMENT
Date/Time: June 9, 2022 / 12:00 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2022 / 10:03 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, Patty Acuña, 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 Regular Meeting of May 12, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Vahn, SECONDED by Vice Chair Filipovic to approve the minutes as presented with the correction to update Concerts on Cañon commence date from June 2, 2022 to June 9, 2022 (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Gordy Bristol, Beck and Vahn, Vice Chair Filipovic, and Chair Frank
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
2. Introduction of Police Chief Mark Stainbrook
Tabled.
PRESENTATIONS
3. Beverly Hills Pride 2022
Arts and Culture Manager Ben Johnson provided the Commission with a recap of the inaugural Beverly Hills Pride 2022 program which included official tree lighting and Pride Gobo. The celebration also included Beverly Hills Pride Night: Pride Concert at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on June 2, 2022 and Beverly Hills Pride at Greystone Theatre on June 8, 2022. Both events celebrated the theme: Beverly Hills Pride – A Celebration of Diverse Families and Communities.
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
4. Financial Update
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, reported on the Fine Art Fund and informed Commissioners on pending permits and fees. An additional $6,000 were transferred as of May 2022 for a total of $161,366.36 in In-Lieu Fee Revenue in FY 21/22.
PROJECT UPDATES
Arts and Culture Commission Updates
x Fine Art Collection Maintenance Program
RLA Art Conservator is currently planning maintenance schedule based on their survey results.
x Kusama’s Hymn of Life Refabrication Progress
The sculpture is currently at stage 7 of the refabrication process and will soon be moving to stage 8: molding.
Department Updates
x Music in the Mansion
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The program which had been dormant for two years, returned as a reimagined evening soirée that hosted all the concerts in different areas of Greystone Mansion and Gardens. x Beverly Hills Art Show
The 49th year Beverly Hills Art Show took place on Sat. & Sun., May 21 & 22, 2022. The show included 150 juried artists in over three blocks of Beverly Gardens Park and 15 awards were given including best of show, Matt Budish.
x Beverly Hills ArtWalk – Guided Tours
The Arts Connoisseurs Sculpture Tour and Sculpture Park and Rare Trees Tour took place on May 1, 2022 and June 5, 2022. Tours have been maxing out and the RSVP capacity will be expanded to accommodate guests.
x Concerts on Cañon
The series spans from June 9-August 25, 2022 on Thursdays, 6 - 8pm includes concerts of global music, jazz, rock, and fan favorites. The first concert took place on Thursday, June 9, 2022 by artist Mostly Kosher and artistically directed by Leaav Sofer. x Make Music Day
The second iteration of Make Music Day takes place on Tues. June 21, 2022. Several programs offered by the Community Services Department include a drum circle, Music Minds singalong at Roxbury Community Center, music and family story time at the Beverly Hills Public Library, and Fête de la Musique by Ladurée. x Arts and Culture Summer Programs
Workshops continued in the summer include Photography with Marsha, Improv Theatre and Games, Jewelry Making Workshop.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
x 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 acknowledged the completion of the Priority Exercise.
She also informed that requests for private tours are coming through and suggested a meeting with staff to discuss the possibility. - Music and Community Outreach (Filipovic, Gordy Bristol – Johnson, Ovasapyan, Thau)
Commissioner Gordy Bristol invited the public to participate in Make Music Day and highlighted the plans to make 2023 a great experience for the community. Director Jenny Rogers agreed with Commissioner Gordy Bristol and informed that Make Music Day will be enhanced every year moving forward. Arts and Culture Ben Johnson provided details on events hosted by Beverly Hills resident performers, but have not been confirmed yet.
- Cultural Events (Frank, Vahn – Rogers, Ovasapyan, Thau) Commissioner Gordy Bristol provided a statement on the federal holiday, Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day and Freedom Day.
Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved black Americans. It is also observed for celebrating African American culture. - Art Maintenance (Beck, Filipovic - Paolone)
Commissioner Beck commended RLA for their conservation and maintenance of the sculpture garden which integrated incredibly with the Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
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Beverly Hills Art Show. She shared the interest of turning the art docent script into QR codes for artworks in the Fine Art Collection. c) Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
x Director’s Report
a) New Graphic Artist Laura Ferguson start day is Monday, June 20, 2022. She will bring cohesion, sophistication, and style to the department. b) Staff is wrapping up Community Services Manager and Arts and Culture Supervisor recruitments.
x Information only items
a) Farewell to Commissioner Vahn
Commissioners and staff celebrated Commissioner Vahn’s accomplishments and contributions to both the Fine Art Commission and Arts and Culture Commission. b) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings
ROTATION OF THE COMMISSION
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 14, 2022 / 11:40 am
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, June 27, 2022
4:00 p.m.
OPEN MEETING
Date/Time: June 27, 2022 / 4:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Baker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Rosenthal, Felsenthal, and Baker, Vice Chair Hilborne (left the meeting at 6:30pm), and Chair Chang
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Deputy City Manager Gabriella Yap, EMS Administrator Sean Stokes, Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo, Fire Battalion Chief David Perusse, Management Assistant Austin Brault, Fire Administrator Michael Liongson, Project Operations Specialist Gabriel Mier, and Commission Secretary Karen Gutierrez.
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.
One public comment on a non-agenda item provided by Givi Mchedlishvili.
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
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2 CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes
Consideration of minutes from the regular Health and Safety Commission meeting on May 27, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hilborne, SECONDED by Commissioner Baker 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
x Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) – Beverly Hills Unified School District representative Rachelle Marcus spoke on new recruit of Director of School Safety, the passing of the Grandparent Permit, and the increase of Transitional Kindergarten classes. x Beverly Hills Police Department – Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo highlighted the launch of the Real-Time Watch Center, community relations activities of the 2022 Junior Police Camp, Citizen Academy, and the National Night Out event, and security assessment and home hardening inquiries to be directed to Jesse Perez at [email protected], (310) 285- 2195.
x Beverly Hills Fire Department – C-Shift Platoon Battalion Chief David Perusse reported one Strike Team deployment to the Paxton Fire, resources that assisted firefighting efforts in the Pacoima area of the San Fernando Valley, and two large incidents, one structure fire at a nine-story commercial high-rise building and a second at a three-story commercial building. No injuries were reported.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. Moment of Mindfulness
Commissioner Erica Felsenthal, PhD, will lead the Commission in a Moment of Mindfulness.
This is a monthly recurring agenda item. Commissioner Felsenthal spoke on well-being and led us in a mindful meditation focusing on gratitude.
3. Health and Safety Recognition Program
The Health and Safety Commission will honor those who have demonstrated leadership in the field of health and safety issues or contributed to the mission of the Health and Safety Commission. The Commission will recognize Diane Shader Smith, writer and cystic fibrosis advocate.
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3 The Commission recognized Diane Shader Smith, writer and cystic fibrosis advocate.
Diane shared a presentation on her work and many accomplishments.
4. 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.
Management Assistant Austin Brault updated the Commission on COVID-19 metrics including cases, vaccination, and statistics specific to the Beverly Hills community. Staff reviewed the current Los Angeles County COVID-19 community levels and protective measures. Staff spoke on traveling and masking requirements, therapeutics, testing, and reported the Current Health Order and the City’s continued response to the pandemic.
NEW BUSINESS
5. WELL Health-Safety Rating
The Health and Safety Commission will provide a recommendation to the International Well Building Institute’s (IWBI) WELL Health-Safety Rating’s proposed services.
Fire Administrator Michael Liongson provided an overview. Launched in 2020 by IWBI, a public corporation and subsidiary of Delos, the WELL Health-Safety Rating is an evidencebased, third-party verified rating that specializes on maintenance protocols, operational policies, stakeholder education, and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment. It is designed to implement strategies and solutions that can be customized, to ensure that buildings stay healthy and safe. The intent of the WELL Health-Safety Rating is to bolster, but not replace, existing health-based governmental guidance or requirements.
The rating focuses on six (4) core elements: Cleaning and Sanitation Procedures; Emergency Preparedness Programs; Health Service Resources; Air and Water Quality Management; Stakeholder Engagement and Communication; and Innovation. Within these core elements, 15-of-21 features must be met, in order to earn the accreditation seal. Requisite documents are uploaded in the online portal and are, remotely, reviewed via standard procedure by the Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI). The entire review process is conducted online without on-site visits. The fiscal impact for the City of Beverly Hills is approximately $31,687.50 (after a 35% government entity discount) for initial enrollment and an annual renewal fee of $23,765.23 (after a 25% discount from the original enrollment cost). A technical support team will be provided throughout the process, free-of-charge.
Delos Chief Executive Officer and founder of IWBI Paul Scialla provided a presentation to the Commission on the WELL Health-Safety Rating proposed services. He addressed Commission inquiries. Paul will follow-up with additional information to staff.
Staff recommended the Health & Safety Commission provide input regarding the services provided by IWBI. The options are as follows:
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4 1) Recommending moving forward with the proposal to the City Council on the services being offered (this option could also include an amendment to the proposal);
2) Not recommending moving forward with the proposed services being offered; 3) Requesting additional time and/or information to further evaluate the proposed services being offered;
4) Additional or other direction to staff.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hilborne, SECONDED by Commissioner Baker to choose option-3, to request additional time and information, in order to further evaluate proposed services (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Rosenthal, Felsenthal, and Baker, Vice Chair Hilborne, Chair Chang
NOES: None
6. Seventh Inning Stretch
A health and safety intermission led by Neuro Activated Advanced Meditation (NAAM) yoga instructors Renata Spironello and Alyssa Gaustad.
This item is a pro-health intermission dedicated to the need to stay active. Neuro Activated Advanced Meditation (NAAM) Yoga Instructors Renata Spironello and Alyssa Gaustad 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.
PROJECT UPDATES
None.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
x Chair’s Report
o Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights – May 9, 2022
- Chair Chang attended the June 13, 2022 Mayor’s Cabinet meeting.
Highlights will be included in the July 25, 2022 Health and Safety Commission packet.
- Highlights for the May 9, 2022 Mayor’s Cabinet meetings were included in the packet for Commissioners to read.
x Commissioner Items –
- Commissioner Felsenthal shared community outreach information regarding the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
- Commissioner Baker shared information on the issuance of a grade A to the City of Beverly Hills by the American Lung Association.
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5 COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
x Director’s Report –
- Staff shared information on upcoming events.
x Health and Safety Related Supplemental Information:
1. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Newsletter May 2022
2. Climate Action Movie Night at Roxbury Park
3. Beverly Hills Fire Department Presents: Preventable Heat Related Illness
4. City of Beverly Hills Fire Department Fireworks Awareness
5. I’m So Stressed Out! from the National Institute of Mental Health
6. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (National Institute of Mental Health)
7. Social Anxiety Disorder: More Than Just Shyness (National Institute of Mental Health)
- Health and safety related supplemental information was included in the packet for Commissioners to read.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 27, 2022 / 6:37 p.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Room 280A
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, June 28, 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: June 28, 2022 / 2:01 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Ashley Sylvester, Recreation Supervisor, 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: Patty Acuña, Matthew Brown, 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.
David Gingold provided a public comment.
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 5/24/2022.
Commissioner Roston requested including her ask of an update on Greystone’s lower greenhouse and garden area.
MOTION by Roston, SECONDED by Mishler to approve the Meeting Minutes with noted correction. (4/0)
AYES: Mishler, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Javor
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
2. Art & Culture Programming
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, presenting a recap of June’s Make Music Day and Beverly Hills Pride events.
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the following City Programming:
- June 2, 2022, Beverly Hills’ held their first BH Pride Event. - ArtWalk Guided Tours continue
x Commissioner Roston requested an alternate day other than Sundays. - June 9, 2022, the summer Concerts On Canon began
- Farmer’s Market Pie Bake & Piesta
x Commissioner Javor suggested other events such as chili and hummus tasting - Make Music Day Beverly Hills
x Vice Chair Lurie requested adding more information in the application process to fully explain what their options were and how community members can selfpromote.
3. “Behind the Scenes of Beverly Hills.”
Ashley Sylvester, Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update on the teen project.
Ashley Sylvester, Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the “Behind the Scenes of Beverly Hills” video project the Teen Advisory Committee completed. She additionally thanked the Commissioners for their participation and showed a sample trailer of the video.
4. Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) Recognition
Ashley Sylvester, Recreation Supervisor
A number of Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) members attended this month’s Commission meeting. They were recognized for the service and dedication this past year.
The attending members of the 2021-22 TAC informed the Commission of their name, grade and school they attend.
- Chair Sherry requested and was provided information on the application process for the upcoming year.
- TAC will expand the age and grade for 2022 - 2023 school year.
5. Evan Doyle, Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update on the Farmers’ Market Pie Bake & Piesta event
Senior Recreation Supervisor, Paul Paolone provided a brief update on the Piesta and Pie Bake Contest during his Arts & Culture recap.
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis June 28, 2022
STATUS REPORTS
6. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
PROJECT UPDATES
x Recreation & Parks Commission Training Update
- Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, reminded the Commission that the July Commission Meeting is cancelled and replaced with a training for July 28, 2022.
- Patty provided a number of items that will be discussed and requested Commissioners to come to the training with ideas.
x Pickleball Updates
- Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission on the outstanding pickleball issues, such as sound and requests. He updated the Commission on the new court relocations to Court #1 and #8. He also included the new FY 22 - 23 fee increase to resident and non-resident court fees. x Business with Bosse: July 11, 2022, Monday, Noon – 1:30pm (rescheduled from May), Alfred Coffee Beverly Hills, 490 N. Beverly Boulevard; and July 27, 2022, Wednesday, 5:30pm – 7pm, Nerano, 9960 S. Santa Monica Boulevard
x Live with Lili, July, 13, 2022, Thursday, 7pm – 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery If you cannot attend in-person, Live with Lili can be watched at beverlyhills.org/live x Events Calendar
- July is National Parks and Recreation Month. Staff is working on a great month of activities.
- Vice Chair Lurie provided more information on the Climate Action Movie Night being held at Roxbury Park on July 20, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
7. Chair Report
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Meeting Minutes
Reviewed
b. Ad Hoc Committees
- No reports
c. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Vice Chair Lurie reminded the Commission that the Public Works Department is providing little bins to residents to collect their table food waste for organic waste separation and recycling.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
8. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
Review calendar and attendance
- Reviewed
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PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH’S AGENDA
NEXT MEETING: September 29, 2022 – 2pm Special Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 28, 2022 / 3:03 p.m.
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, July 7, 2022
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: July 7, 2022 / 9:02 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Heller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Sergeant Dale Drummond, Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, Ilene Knebel, Lieutenant Blake Nance, 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 Speakers: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem Public Comment: An email comment was read from Marcia Susser.
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 June 2, 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 conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis July 7, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Solnit to approve the consent calendar items as presented (5/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
ABSTAIN: Geller (from Minutes)
NOES: None
CARRIED.
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
3. Police Department Report
Lieutenant Blake Nance reviewed the Police Department report for the month of May.
Sergeant Dale Drummond provided an overview of the FARO 3D Scanner technology which assists in investigating traffic crash scenes.
4. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Parking Policy
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter introduced Dr. Michael Manville, an Associate Professor of Urban Planning at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, who provided information about parking history, policy pricing strategies and best practices for cities.
5. Traffic Engineering Quarterly Report
Senior Transportation Engineer Kevin Riley reported on relevant traffic/engineering projects from April to June 2022 including crosswalks, the Citywide Signal Upgrade Project and speed humps.
CONTINUED BUSINES
None.
NEW BUSINESS August – December 2022
6. Proposed Agenda Items
Transportation Planner Martha Eros provided the list of proposed Agenda items. After reviewing, the Commission suggested inclusion of traffic safety education and a discussion about alternative transportation to and from Metro.
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
7. Project Update and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided information for the Doheny bike lanes, Burton Way Bike Lanes, Clifton and Le Doux Bike Feasibility Study and update for the Purple Line. Transportation Planner Martha Eros provided an update for the Transit Needs Assessment.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Geller thanked all for her welcome.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
Staff also welcomed the new commissioner. Assistant Director of Public Works/City Engineer Daren Grilley referenced a current survey regarding the OpenBH Program/Parklets.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis July 7, 2022
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: July 7, 2022 / 11:26 AM