CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
25 Chatiemac Road
North Creek, NY 12853
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
June 9, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 9, 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, Reina Kapadia, Alexandria Smille, Karen Myron, David Snow
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: Speakers Shahram Melamed and Karen Platt provided comments on agenda item #6
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
G-1
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 9, 2022
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of May 26, 2022.
2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission special meeting of May 26, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
3. 9261 ALDEN DRIVE (YOUNG ISRAEL OF NORTH BEVERLY HILLS) Conditional Use Permit (PL2200196)
Request to amend a previously approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a summer youth day camp for children that would be ancillary to the primary use at the site. 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.
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Demeter disclosed speaking with Judy Mora with the State’s Department of Licensing regarding regulations for child care permits, and also with Angie Bass from Temple Beth El regarding the classifications used pertaining to children aged 1-3. Commissioner Demeter advised she remains open-minded on the project. No other Commissioners had ex parte communications.
Project Planner: Alexandria Smille, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Young Israel of North Beverly Hills
Project Representative: William Lopatin & Madeline Kramer – Young Israel of North Beverly Hills
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by Vice Chair Hudnut to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 9, 2022
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
4. IN LIEU PARKING PROGRAM STUDY SESSION
An informational report reviewing the City’s in lieu parking program. (Continued from the May 12, 2022 Planning Commission Regular Meeting)
Project Planner: Reina Kapadia, AICP, Associate Planner Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: None
The Commission received the staff report and presentation, and asked questions regarding the material. No formal action was taken on this item.
5. MEDICAL REGULATIONS STUDY SESSION
Per the direction of the City Council, a study session to discuss the medical regulations that would replace the Medical Conversion Urgency Ordinance (urgency Ordinance No. 20-O2826) that is currently in effect and will expire in November.
Project Planner: Chloe Chen, Associate Planner
Staff Presenter: Cindy Gordon, AICP, Principal Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: Michael Geller
The Commission received the staff report, presentation, and public comment, and provided feedback to include in the draft ordinance, which is expected to return to the Commission in the next few months.
6. WALL, FENCE, AND HEDGE HEIGHT IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Per the direction of the City Council, a study session to discuss the regulations pertaining to the height of walls, fences, and hedges in rear yards in residential areas of the City.
Project Planner: Timothea Tway, AICP, City Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: Shahram Melamed and Karen Platt (comments provided during non-agenda comment at the beginning of the meeting), Steve Mayer
The Commission received the staff report, presentation, and public comment, and provided feedback to incorporate in the crafting of draft regulations, which will return to the Commission for further discussion.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 9, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Chair Licht noted that June 23 will be both his and Vice Chair Hudnut’s last meeting on the Commission. Former Commissioners Gordon, Block, and Shooshani, whose terms ended while meetings were conducted remotely, will be invited to attend so that they can receive their proper farewells.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
An appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision regarding Spring Place has been received; the appeal hearing date has not yet been set. On Monday, June 13, a special meeting of the Planning Commission will be held to further discuss the Cheval Blanc project.
The Aman luxury hotel chain will be the operator of the One Beverly Hills project; staff continues to work with the applicant team throughout the plan review process.
7. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
8. Building Permit Report – May
o Received and filed
9. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 9, 2022 / 4:10 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Council Chamber
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
25 Chatiemac Road
North Creek, NY 12853
PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
SYNOPSIS
June 13, 2022
7:00 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 13, 2022 / 7:03 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, Masa Alkire, Karen Myron, Laurence Wiener
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: David Gingold
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
None
Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
June 13, 2022
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
1. 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 May 26, 2022 Planning Commission Special Meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: None
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: David Gingold, Diana Skidmore, Gus Torres Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Ross to adopt the resolution recommending that the City Council certify the Final Environmental Impact Report, adopt findings pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, and adopt a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by Vice Chair Hudnut to adopt the resolution recommending that the City Council approve the General Plan Amendment; Master Plan of Streets, Alleys, and Highways Amendment; Zone Text Amendment; and Zoning Map Amendment, as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
June 13, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to adopt the resolution recommending that the City Council adopt the Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills Specific Plan, and recommending approval of encroachment permits for
improvements located in the public right-of-way, as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by
Commissioner Ostroff to adopt the resolution conditionally approving Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82872, as presented (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: June 13, 2022 / 8:03 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
June 15, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 15, 2022 / 1:31 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Mark Odell, Christine Delostrinos, Karen Myron
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural Commission regular meeting of May 18, 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
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 15, 2022
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
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Citing residency less than 500 feet from the project, Commissioner Persovski recused from item #3 and left the room at 1:37 PM.
3. 350 NORTH PALM DRIVE
Multi-family Residential (PL2200138)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow façade modifications, landscaping, Building Identification Signs, and an outdoor rooftop area. 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: 350 Palm Development, LLC
Project Representative: Kevin Tsai Architecture
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Chair Matson to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Meyer, Devlin, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Persovski
CARRIED
Commissioner Persovski returned to the meeting at 2:22 PM.
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 15, 2022
4. 9024 BURTON WAY
Har Klinikken (PL2200252)
Request for approval for an architectural review for a Sign Accommodation to allow an additional Business Identification Sign located on a nonentry street frontage. 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: Har Klinikken
Project Representative: Emilio Verdugo
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
Commissioner Meyer advised that item #5 is located between 500 and 1000 feet of 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.
5. 455 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Zegna (PL2200248)
Request for approval for an architectural review for façade modifications, a Business Identification Sign, a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics, and a Sign Accommodation to allow a Business Identification Sign facing an alley. 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: Emenegildo Zegna Corporation
Project Representative: Pierluigi Bonvicni
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
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 15, 2022
The Commission took a recess at 3:31 PM.
The Commission reconvened at 3:39 PM.
Commissioner Meyer advised that item #6 is within 500 feet of property in which he has a financial interest. As such, he recused from the item and left the room at 3:40 PM.
6. 329 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
IWC Schaffhausen (PL2200249)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow 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: IWC Schaffhausen, Richemont NA, INC.
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali, Gruen Associates Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Commissioner Persovski to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Devlin, Persovski, Vice Chair Schreiber, Chair Matson
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Meyer
CARRIED
Commissioner Meyer returned to the meeting at 3:58 PM.
STUDY SESSION
No Items
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION;
The Commission thanked Commissioner Persovski for her six years of service to the City, as her term comes to a close at the end of this month. She will be replaced by incoming Commissioner Rebecca Pynoos, who will be joining the Commission in July. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Chair Matson provided brief updates from the Mayor’s Cabinet meeting. Meeting video is available online.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 15, 2022
The Restaurant Subcommittee recently approved two additional restaurants.
Another new restaurant, as well as a revision to a previously approved restaurant will be coming forward to the Subcommittee in the coming weeks. Staff extends its thanks to Commissioner Persovski for her service to the City, and thanks to Commissioner Matson for his leadership in the past year as Chair.
Staff looks forward to working with incoming Chair Schreiber, as well as incoming Commissioner Pynoos.
7. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 15, 2022 / 4:08 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
June 16, 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: June 16, 2022 / 9:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Nisim led the Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner Kaiserman read the Human Relations Commission’s Civility Statement.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Kaiserman, Nisim, Margo, Vice Chair Freeman Commissioners Absent: Chair Sharp
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Rachel L. Evans, Enisha Clark, Linda Kyriazi
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda. The Vice Chair approved the agenda as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 19, 2022.
MOTION by Kaiserman, SECONDED by Nisim to approve the Meeting Minutes as presented. (3/0)
AYES: Kaiserman, Nisim, Vice Chair Freeman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chair Sharp
ABSTAIN: Margo
CARRIED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 16, 2022
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 Real Time Watch Center, a new hub to coordinate the City’s many surveillance tools, officially launched June 7, 2022.
- On Tuesday, June 7, 2022, the department hosted Breakfast with the Badges at Mickey Fine Pharmacy on Roxbury Drive in Beverly Hills. These events are creating networks of communication with the Community.
- June 20 – 24, 2022, the department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy. - June 28, 2022, 9am – 10:30am, Coffee with the Cops will be held at Starbucks at 9811 S.
Santa Monica Boulevard.
- August 2, 2022, National Night Out from 6pm – 9pm.
Beverly Hills Unified School District
Beverly Hills Board of Education member, Dr. Amanda Stern, provided an update on the following:
- The high school graduation and promotion ceremonies have concluded. - For the summer, there will be a middle school boot camp at Beverly Hills Education Foundation (BHEF).
- At the last school board meeting, Juneteenth was presented with African American speakers discussing their experiences of being students in the district during the 1970s.
PRESENTATIONS
None
NEW BUSINESS
3. Civility Month
In 2017, the Commission declared October as Civility Month in Beverly Hills to further the civility initiative in the City. To commemorate the month, banners and posters will be displayed throughout the City.
- The Commission reviewed the current branding and agreed to continue with what is familiar to the City but suggested possible patches on the banner for updating. - Commissioner Laura Margo presented more details of a Citywide donation day that would take place during Civility Month. It was agreed the Ad Hoc would meet to finalize to present to the Commission’s liaisons.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 16, 2022
4. Embrace Civility Award
The Embrace Civility Award, established in 2012, recognizes individuals or groups in the community that exemplify any or all of the following:
Acts as a role model of positive behavior
Takes a stand in support of respect and responsible actions Promotes positive neighbor to neighbor relations
The Embrace Civility Award nomination period will be announced and launches at the July 11, 2022 Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting. Commissioners are asked to encourage community participation in the award program and motivate people to complete a nomination application.
The nomination period closes on Monday, August 22, 2022.
5. Mental Health Awareness
At the May 19, 2022 Commission Meeting, Vice Chair Freeman requested that a Mental Health Awareness item be agenized.
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, informed the Commission on status of the City’s Mental Health Evaluation Team (MET).
- DMH clinician is partnering with a police officer to join in mental health calls - The DMH clinician can write mental health holds
- The request went to City Council on May 24, 2022 where it was unanimously approved - Los Angeles County, in addition to our Police Department, will be hiring staff Vice Chair Freeman informed the Commission that she did ask Mayor Bosse if there was a conflict with her mental health speakers.
- Vice Chair Freeman was informed the Commission could suggest speakers in addition to teaming up with the Health & Safety Commission or start their own initiative of taking care of one’s mental health.
- Commissioner Kaiserman suggested partnering up with National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).
- Staff will contact NAMI to schedule a speaker for a future Commission meeting.
Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, informed the Commission that July is National Park and Recreation Month that staff is considering partnering with Parks Prescription.
ParkRx is a program encouraging people to spend time in nature. - Vice Chair Freeman informed all of the nationwide hotline going live on July 16, 2022. The hotline is intended to be like 911, but for psychiatric instead of medical emergencies. That number will be 988.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Beverly Hills Unified School District Engagement Project The Ad Hoc was unable to meet and still waiting for proposals.
7. FY 2022-23 Community Assistance Grant Fund (CAGF)
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, informed the Commission that on June 14, 2022 City Council unanimously approved all of the Ad Hoc’s and Liaisons’ recommendations.
Staff thanked Chair Sharp, Commissioner Nisim and Vice Chair Freeman for their hard work during this process.
- Commissioner Nisim thanked staff for their hard work in addition to making the process organized for them.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 16, 2022
8. Beverly Hills Homeless Initiative
Enisha Clark, Human Services Specialist, introduced the members of the Beverly Hills Homeless Outreach Teams who provided the Commission with their responsibilities in addition to success stories:
- Beverly Hills Outreach Team (BHOT) consisting of Kevin Conner, Sabreah Sanchez and Ed Chavous who provide homeless outreach and linkage support to Step Up’s services. - Chris Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, introduced the two Park Ranger Supervisors, Daniel Hernandez and Juan Andrade. They updated the Commission on the Ranger program and how they coordinate with the Outreach Team. The Rangers launched a bike team in September 2021. In addition, the Park Rangers started an Outreach Program in 2021 which patrols all the parks at 5am, Monday – Friday. - Vice Chair Freeman suggested a video of the above-mentioned staff and resources to show how unique the City of Beverly Hills is with the provided services. Staff agreed and will follow-up.
- Enisha Clark, Human Services Specialist, reminded the Commission that the best initial number is to contact the BHOT Team at 310-487-0313.
9. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awareness Initiative
Enisha Clark, Human Services Specialist, updated the Commission on the Ad Hoc’s June 8, 2022 meeting to finalize the first event.
- The first in-person event will be Donzaleigh Abernathy, author and civil rights activist. Her father is Reverend Ralph Abernathy who was an influential leader in the Civil Rights Movement. This event is scheduled for August 24, 2022 at 7pm. - The Beverly Hills Public Library is co-hosting this event which will be held in the Library’s Auditorium.
Jenny Rogers, Community Services Director, informed the Commission that the City will be acknowledging Juneteenth with the scheduled Concerts on Canon being held this evening, June 16, 2022 at Beverly Canon Gardens.
10. Inter-Commission Collaboration: Embrace & Celebrate Culture Staff viewed the video created by Beverly Hills Cable Television from the City’s Pride Night.
11. Kindness Recognition
Linda Kyriazi, Recording Secretary, thanked Commissioner Margo for agreeing to replace a last minute cancellation by a Recreation and Parks Commissioner who was to be a judge at Sunday’s Farmers’ Market Piesta event.
STATUS REPORTS
12. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program
Johnthon Hunter, Beverly Hills Ambassadors Operations Manager, reviewed the latest camping activity in the City structures with the Commission:
- Camping activity has increased by May going up 15% but still less than last year. - The Ambassador Team continues to engage with individuals and the BHOT Team.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 16, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
13. Chair Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
Reviewed
b) Review Commission Meeting dates
MOTION by Freeman, SECONDED by Kaiserman for the Human Relations Commission to go dark for the month of August 2022 keeping our July 21, 2022 meeting. (4/0) AYES: Kaiserman, Nisim, Margo, Vice Chair Freeman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chair Sharp
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED:
c) Good and Welfare. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Commissioner Margo asked about a social media page for Community Services flyers and Human Services success stories where the Commission could post. - Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, suggested the Human Services Quarterly newsletter in addition to the Community Services social media pages which is Beverly Hills Community Life.
- Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, suggested share the flyers via their social media sights.
- Commissioner Nisim asked how the Commission can get involved in future City events. Staff informed the Commission that events will be placed on future agendas in addition to events for 2023 being presented to City Council for budget approval.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
14. Administrator’s Report
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, updated the Commission on the following City events:
- Beverly Hills Public Library
- Business with Bosse
- Concerts on Canon
- Make Music Day
- Live with Lili
15. Overview of Current and Pending Agenda Items
Reviewed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 16, 2022 at 10:55 a.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
25 Chatiemac Road
North Creek, NY 12853
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
June 23, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 23, 2022 / 1:34 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, Didier Murillo, Alexandria Smille, Karen Myron, David Snow
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: David Gingold
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of June 9, 2022.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 23, 2022
2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission special meeting of June 13, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
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 May 26, 2022 Planning Commission meeting) Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Cindy Gordon, AICP, Principal Planner
Project Applicant: Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy
Project Representative: Shane Swerdlow, Craig Lawson & Co., LLC Public Input: Diana Gordon, Erith Jaffe-Berg, Scott Reardon, David Gingold, Alex Arash
As part of the brief presentation, staff noted receipt of a request from the Applicant to continue the item to a date uncertain. The Commission received public comment, as well as brief comments from the Applicant team, and granted the continuance request.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hudnut, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to continue the item to a date uncertain (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 23, 2022
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
4. 814 NORTH ALPINE DRIVE
Central R-1 Permit (PL2100311)
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. 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.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Alexandria Smille, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: The FJF Family Trust – Fred and Jilla Farzon Project Representative: Design Build Group Los Angeles – Jason Massaband Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Vice Chair Hudnut to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Ross, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Hudnut, Chair Licht
NOES: None
CARRIED
Commissioner Demeter noted that her residence is between 500 and 1000 feet of the project at 9460 Olympic Boulevard. In consultation with the City Attorney’s Office, she has determined that requested entitlements will not change her property’s development potential; income-producing potential; highest and best use; market value; or character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; and thus she will participate in the discussion of the item.
5. 9460 OLYMPIC BOULEVARD (76 GAS STATION)
Two year review of a Conditional Use Permit and Extended Hours Permit (PL2200156) A required two-year review of the entitlements that were previously approved by the Planning Commission associated with the operation of the 76 Gas Station and convenience store retail use.
Ex Parte Communications: Chair Licht advised that he had a brief conversation with the applicant, and remains open-minded on the item.
Project Planner: Didier Murillo, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Morris Pouldar
Project Representative: Morris Pouldar
Public Input: Marcia Susser, William Herd, Alex Arash, John Pouldar, Jo Ann Cohn & Marc Hankin, Hami Gabayan, Sarah Wolff, Diane Shader Smith, Mark Berman, Franklin & Barbara Weigold, Joan Rosen, Stuart Rosen, Michael Ghayoum, Parviz Hedvat, Raymond Saviss, Nisan Tepper, Anonymous, Lisa Manoucheri, Robin Banaf, David Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
June 23, 2022
Hoorfar, Siamak Mashal, Natasha (no last name provided), Ramin Simantob, Rich Waldow, Sharon Ignarro, MD
The Commission received the staff report, applicant comment, and public comment. After discussion, the majority of the Commission found that no additional conditions were needed, and the business is permitted to continue operations in accordance with the previous approval.
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
The Commissioners thanked Chair Licht and Vice Chair Hudnut for their service to the City, as both of their terms on the Planning Commission will be ending on June 30, 2022. Both also reflected on their terms on the Commission, and extended reciprocal thanks.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
The appeal hearing for the project at 331 North Oakhurst Drive has been continued to the second City Council meeting in August. The exact date has not been established, but will be communicated to the Commission and other interested parties when it is determined.
Live with Lili will take place tonight at 7:00 PM in the Municipal Gallery. The Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Committee is hosting a movie night at Roxbury Park on Wednesday, July 20.
Due to the ongoing severe drought, the City Council has approved emergency water restrictions, including, but not limited to, two day per week outdoor watering. All customers are encouraged to sign up for real-time water use monitoring at https://water.beverlyhills.org/.
On behalf of staff, Chair Licht and Vice Chair Hudnut’s service to the City has been greatly appreciated.
Former Commissioners Alan Robert Block and Lori Greene Gordon were also thanked for joining today’s meeting.
o Director of Community Development Ryan Gohlich and Assistant City Attorney David Snow also thanked Chair Licht and Vice Chair Hudnut for their service to the City.
6. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
7. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 23, 2022 / 3:49 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
July 6, 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: July 6, 2022 / 6:01 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Baseman, Gurman, Milkowski, Miller, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Lindsey-Cerqueira, Maden Staff Present: Ryan Gohlich, Helen Morales, Karen Myron, Robin D. Harris
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: Michael Mavadat
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 May 4, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Bronte, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to adopt the minutes as presented (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Milkowski, Miller, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
NOES: None
CARRIED
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 6, 2022
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. 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. Staff also seeks recommendations regarding possible amendments to Chapters 5 and 6 regarding the amount of the maximum allowable annual rent increases. Continued from the May 4, 2022 Rent Stabilization Commission regular meeting.
Staff Presenter: Helen Morales, DPA, Deputy Director of Rent Stabilization Public Input: Kelley Aaron, Cheryl Feldman, Mark Elliot, John Luca Motion: MOVED by Chair Tryfman, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to recommend making no modifications to the Rent Stabilization Ordinance that involve rent increases or the calculation thereof.
After a brief discussion, including a proposed amendment by Commissioner Sokoloff to consider 8% as a cap on rental increases instead of 10%, Chair Tryfman withdrew her motion and reopened the discussion regarding increases.
Motion: MOVED by Chair Tryfman, SECONDED by Commissioner Baseman to recommend to the City Council that no modifications are made to the Rent Stabilization Ordinance regarding calculations of maximum allowable rent increases (3-3).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Miller, Chair Tryfman
NOES: Commissioners Milkowski, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte FAILED
The Commission took a recess at 7:45 PM
The Commission reconvened at 7:56 PM
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Sokoloff, SECONDED by Vice Chair Bronte to recommend to the City Council that the annual rent increase for Chapter 6 be determined by the greater of 3% or CPI with a maximum allowable rent increase of 8% (4-2).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 6, 2022
NOES: Commissioners Baseman, Miller
CARRIED
Motion: MOVED by Chair Tryfman, SECONDED by Vice Chair Bronte to continue the remaining elements of the discussion to the next meeting (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Milkowski, Miller, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
NOES: None
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
None
PROJECT UPDATES
3. Rent Stabilization Division Monthly Staff Reports for April and May 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
Commissioner Miller commended staff for their hard work at a very late hour, at a recent City Council meeting.
Vice Chair Bronte wished everyone a belated happy Memorial Day and Father’s Day, and hopes that everyone had a nice Independence Day holiday. Commissioner Milkowski thanked the City Council for reappointing Vice Chair Bronte, Commissioner Baseman, and himself for their second terms; and commended staff for their hard work and knowledge of Rent Stabilization matters.
Chair Tryfman thanked everyone for a healthy meeting discussion.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Director of Community Development Ryan Gohlich reminded the Commission of the following:
o Due to the extreme drought, all water customers are currently limited to two days of outdoor watering, with no watering between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. For properties north of Santa Monica Boulevard, watering is permitted on Mondays and Fridays; for properties south of Santa Monica Boulevard, watering is permitted on Tuesdays and Saturday. Additional information regarding water restrictions and conservation tips can be found at www.bhsaves.org.
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 6, 2022
o The City Council Installation of re-elected Councilmembers Mirisch and Friedman, and City Treasurer Fisher, as well as newly elected Councilmember Nazarian will take place on Tuesday, July 12 at 7:00 PM on the Crescent Drive side of City Hall; the public is welcome to attend.
4. 2022 Meeting Schedule
Received and filed.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: July 6, 2022 / 9:14 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
July 7, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Design Review Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: July 7, 2022 / 1:34 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Peck
Staff Present: Mark Odell, Jason Caraveo, Karen Myron
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Design Review Commission regular meeting of May 5, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by Vice Chair Smooke to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 7, 2022
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Peck
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
None
STUDY SESSION
2. DRAFT RESIDENTIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
Continued discussion regarding the draft design guidelines for new residential structures Project Planner: Mark Odell, Urban Designer
Public Input: (speaker’s name unintelligible)
The Commission received the staff report and public comment, and continued the discussion of the draft residential design guidelines, which are meant to serve as an addendum to the City’s Residential Style Guide. Staff will incorporate today’s input into the draft document, and continue working toward finalizing the guidelines.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Meeting video is available online
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Review of Track 1 Approvals
o Staff provided a presentation of recently approved Track 1 (staff-level) projects Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
At its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, July 13, the Cultural Heritage Commission will review additional nominees for the Golden Shield Award. The Architectural Commission will review four new projects at its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, July 20.
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 7, 2022
o Commission Specialist Karen Myron reminded the Commission of the upcoming City Council Installation, which will take place on Tuesday, July 12 at 7:00 PM on the Crescent Drive side of City Hall.
o Due to the extreme drought, everyone is encouraged to do their part to conserve water; real-time monitoring of water use is available for all Beverly Hills water customers at water.beverlyhills.org.
3. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: July 7, 2022 / 2:59 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, July 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: July 12, 2022 / 10:00 am
SWEARING IN COMMISSIONER PAMELA BECK
City Clerk Huma Ahmed swore in Commissioner Pamela Beck.
CIVILITY STATEMENT
The Civility Statement was read to initiate the meeting.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Pamela Beck, Gordy Bristol and Frank, Vice Chair Maralee Beck, Chair Filipovic
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Patty Acuña, Ben Johnson, Paul Paolone, Adriné Ovasapyan, Aida Thau, Dana Beesen, Laura Ferguson, 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 Filipovic, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 14, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Gordy Bristol, SECONDED by Commissioner Frank to approve the minutes as presented (4-0).
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 12, 2022
AYES: Commissioners Gordy Bristol and Frank, Vice Chair Maralee Beck, and Chair Filipovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Pamela Beck
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
PRESENTATIONS
2. Introduction of Community Services New Graphic Artist Communications and Marketing Coordinator Dana Beesen introduced new Community Services Graphic Artist Laura Ferguson to the Commission. Laura shared her background in the field and her enthusiasm to have joined the City.
3. West LA Outdoor Summer Sculpture Festival – August 6 & 7 Director of Art Muse Los Angeles Clare Kunny and Associate Director of Special Projects Regina Mamou presented the upcoming event which is in partnership with UCLA, Hammer Museum, Century City, and the City of Beverly Hills. The West LA Outdoor Summer Sculpture Festival begins on Jul. 30, 2022 in Century City and continues on Aug. 6 at Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden at UCLA and on Aug. 7, 2022 at Beverly Gardens Park at Beverly Hills. Art Muse is also launching the West LA Outdoor Sculpture Guide (WLAOS Guide) which highlights public art sculptures included in the outdoor summer festival.
NEW BUSINESS
4. Ad Hoc Committees Year 22/23
Chair Filipovic led a discussion on Ad Hoc Committees for her year as Chair. The Commissioners made suggestions on committee subjects and clarified their strengths to best support upcoming roles. The Commission will solidify recommendations with Arts and Culture Manager Ben Johnson and he will work with Chair Filipovic to finalize the 22/23 Ad Hoc Committees.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
5. Financial Update
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, reported on the Fine Art Fund and informed Commissioners on pending permits and fees. As of June 2022, there was a total of $161,366.36 in In-Lieu Fee Revenue in FY 21/22. Two permits were issued in June and will be reflected in a future report.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 12, 2022
PROJECT UPDATES
Arts and Culture Commission Updates
Fine Art Collection Maintenance Program
The fiscal year ended on Jun. 30, 2022 and staff is reviewing the survey conducted by RLA to identify which artworks need maintenance.
Kusama’s Hymn of Life Refabrication Progress
The sculpture is currently in between stages 7-9. Stage 7 is CNC mill refinement which is at 90% completion. Stages 8 and 9 are molding and stainless steel.
Department Updates
Make Music Day Review
The second iteration of Make Music Day took place on Tues. Jun. 21, 2022. Several programs offered by the Community Services Department included a music and family storytime put on by the Beverly Hills Public Library at the Civic Center Plaza, a drum circle led by John Fitzgerald at Roxbury Park, Music Mends Minds program at Roxbury Community Center, Fête de la Musique by Ladurée where they played French music all day, and neighborhood musicians who coordinated a musical program on their own properties. Guitarist/songwriter Michael Tanenbaum and pianist/singer Selinda opened their homes for the community to enjoy an evening of musical performances.
Commissioner Frank exited the meeting at 12:02 p.m.
Beverly Hills ArtWalk – Guided Tours
The guided tours are ongoing. The latest tour was the first edition of Public Art and Murals which took place on Sun., Jul. 10, 2022. Two more tours are scheduled in August and September. The August tour is on Aug. 7, 2022, and it will coincide with the West LA Outdoor Sculpture Festival. The September tour is scheduled for Sept. 11, 2022 and that tour will include the 9/11 memorial sculpture. Dates for October through December tours will be announced soon and will be in collaboration with the Beverly Hills Historical Society.
Concerts on Cañon – Preview of the Season
The series continues every Thursday, 6 – 8pm through Aug. 25, 2022. Members of the band, Upstream, slated to perform on Jul. 7, 2022, cancelled due to COVID-19 and staff quickly adjusted to deliver a new program with a D.J. playing live music. Visitors were still able to picnic and enjoy an entertaining event despite the setback. The remaining concerts were previewed for the rest of the season. It has been noted that this summer’s season has proven to be very popular and extremely well-attended. Arts and Culture Summer Programs
Summer workshops include Improv Theatre and Games—one class is on Jul. 26 & 27, 2022 and another on Aug. 2 & 3, 2022. The Jewelry Making Workshop is onsite at Greystone Rose Garden on Aug. 5 and 26, 2022. Photography with Marshall takes place at Beverly Gardens Park on Jul. 24 and Aug. 26, 2022.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Chair’s report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights
Chair Filipovic presented a review of the meeting.
b) Ad Hoc Committees
- Fine Art / Public Art (Frank, Vahn – Rogers, Acuna, Johnson, Paolone, Thau)
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 12, 2022
- Music and Community Outreach (Filipovic, Gordy Bristol – Johnson, Ovasapyan, Thau)
- 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) Arts and Culture Manager Ben Rogers and Director Jenny Rogers clarified the Embrace & Celebrate Culture Initiative to the Commission. Information only items
a) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: July 12, 2022 / 12:20 pm