Recordings of the Design Review Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
August 4, 2022
1:30 PM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: August 4, 2022 / 1:32 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CommissionersPresent: Commissioner Pressman, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Peck, Bernstein
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.
Speakers: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Design Review Commission regular meeting of July 7, 2022.
2. RESOLUTION OF THE DESIGN REVIEW 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 Design Review Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
H-1
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 4, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by Vice Chair Smooke to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioner Pressman, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Peck, Bernstein
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
3. 617 NORTH LINDEN DRIVE (PL2200320)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the City, north of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Jason Caraveo, Assistant Planner
Project Applicant: Eli Shasholia (2609 Fairfax LLC), Property Owner Project Representative: Siavash Jazayera, SIA Architectural Design Inc.
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner Pressman to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioner Pressman, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Peck, Bernstein
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o This item was not discussed; the meeting video is available online Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 4, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
The Architectural Commission will be reviewing eight projects at its upcoming meeting on August 17.
4. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed; Commissioner Pressman will not be in attendance at the October meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: August 4, 2022 / 2:09 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
August 11, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: August 11, 2022 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Ryan Gohlich, Timothea Tway, Cindy Gordon, Edgar Arroyo, 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: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as amended, taking item #3, Cartier, ahead of item #2, 1510 Lexington Road.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of July 28, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Kaplan to adopt the minutes as presented (5-0).
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 11, 2022
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
(Taken out of Order)
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
3. 370 NORTH RODEO DRIVE (CARTIER)
Time Extension for a Development Plan Review and In Lieu Parking (PL2200297) A request for a one-year Time Extension for a previously approved Development Plan Review and In Lieu Parking to allow the construction of a new three-story commercial building and participation in the City’s In Lieu Parking Program for 44 parking spaces. The project was previously assessed in accordance with the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and the Planning Commission previously adopted a Class 32 (In-Fill Development) Categorical Exemption for this project. The original Class 32 Categorical Exemption remains the independent judgment of the City, and no additional environmental review is required at this time.
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ostroff disclosed meeting with Debbi Quick, and advised he remains open-minded on the project.
Project Planner: Cindy Gordon, AICP, Principal Planner
Project Applicant: Richemont North America
Project Representative: Joseph Park, Cartier
Deborah Quick, Perkins Coie LLP
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Kaplan to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter
NOES: None
CARRIED
(Return to Order)
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 11, 2022
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. 1510 LEXINGTON ROAD
Hillside R-1 Permits and Tree Removal Permit (PL1623294) Request for a Hillside R-1 Permit to allow the total of the cumulative floor area developed on a site to exceed 15,000 square feet; a Hillside R-1 Permit to allow more than 3,000 cubic yards of earth material to be exported from a site; and a Tree Removal Permit to allow the removal of 10 protected trees associated with the construction of a new two-story single-family residence. 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. Continued from the July 28, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ostroff disclosed speaking with former Planning Commissioner Craig Corman, and having email exchanges and a brief conversation with Ron Richards. Commissioner Ostroff advised he remains open-minded on the project. Chair Demeter also disclosed speaking with Craig Corman. No other Commissioners had ex parte communications.
Project Planner: Edgar Arroyo, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: Lexington Prime Estate LLC
Project Representative: Russell Linch, RAL Design and Management Inc.
Ronald Richards, Law Offices of Ronald Richards
Public Input: Craig Corman
The Commission received the staff report, public input, and applicant team testimony. After discussion, the Commission was unable to reach unanimous consensus regarding whether or not the project should be considered a pipeline project, but did agree that revisions to the proposed project were necessary. As such, the Commission chose to bifurcate these elements and vote on them separately.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Chair Demeter to find that the project not be considered a pipeline project, therefore making the provisions of the Hillside Ordinance applicable (2-3).
AYES: Commissioner Ostroff, Chair Demeter
NOES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross
FAILED
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Wolfe, SECONDED by Commissioner Kaplan to consider the project a pipeline project as defined in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code (3-2).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross
NOES: Commissioner Ostroff, Chair Demeter
CARRIED
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 11, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Kaplan, SECONDED by Vice Chair Ross to continue the item to the October 13, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter
NOES: None
CARRIED
The public hearing on this item remained open.
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
Planning staff hosted a community meeting on Wednesday, August 10 to allow members of the public to ask questions and provide input on proposed amendments to the City’s regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family areas of the City. A draft ordinance amending single-family ADU regulations will be presented to the Planning Commission in the coming months. ADU regulations for multi-family areas of the City will soon follow. The appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision regarding the project at 331 North Oakhurst Drive is scheduled for the City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 23.
In an effort to provide more proactive information about planning and planning projects to the public, newly-filed and notable project updates will be mentioned as part of City Planner Updates at regular Planning Commission meetings.
Newly-filed/notable updates in the past two weeks are:
208 North Crescent Drive – new application filed for a Development Plan Review and Density Bonus Permit for a new 10-unit multi-family building
100 North Crescent Drive – addition to an existing commercial building – this project has been withdrawn.
Planning staff is working on Planning-related guides for the public. The first is on multi-family buildings and will contain information such as what can be built on a multi-family lot, affordable housing requirements, etc.
4. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
5. Building Permit Report - July
o Received and filed
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 11, 2022
6. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: August 11, 2022 / 4:57 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
August 17, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: August 17, 2022 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
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 July 20, 2022.
2. RESOLUTION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY
HILLS CONTINUING TO AUTHORIZE PUBLIC MEETINGS TO BE HELD VIA TELECONFERENCING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(e) AND
MAKING FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS REGARDING THE SAME
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 17, 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 Meyer, SECONDED by Vice Chair Devlin to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5- 0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Commissioner Meyer advised that item #3 is less than 500 feet from property in which he has a financial interest. As such, he recused from the item and left the room at 1:35 PM.
3. 409 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Reformation (PL2200357)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow façade modifications, a Sign Accommodation to allow multiple Business Identification Signs, minor landscaping, and a construction barricade. 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: Reformation
Project Representative: Michael S. Jones
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Devlin, SECONDED by Commissioner Pynoos to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Meyer
CARRIED
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 17, 2022
Commissioner Meyer returned to the meeting at 1:56 PM.
Commissioner Meyer advised that while item #4 is less than 500 feet from properties in which he has a financial interest, those properties face North Beverly Drive and North Rodeo Drive, rather than Brighton Way. Because the project is not visible from the properties in which he has a financial interest, he does not believe the project will have a measurable impact on his properties.
Additionally, he advised of a financial interest in property between 500 and 1000 feet from the project site, and has taken into consideration and determined that the proposed project will not impact to his interests’ 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 market value; and he will participate in the consideration of the matter.
4. 9540 BRIGHTON WAY
Parfums de Marly (PL2200361)
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: Parfums de Marly
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali, Gruen Associates Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, SECONDED by Commissioner Pynoos to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
Commissioner Meyer advised that item #5 is less than 500 feet from properties in which he has a financial interest, but those properties face North Beverly Drive, rather than North Rodeo Drive.
Because the project is not visible from those properties, he does not believe the project will have a measurable impact on them, and he will participate in the consideration of this matter.
5. 401 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Bulgari (PL2200362)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow the construction of a new three-story building with an outdoor rooftop area, and a Sign Accommodation for multiple Business Identification Signs. The Planning Commission previously adopted a Categorical Exemption for the project on December 10, 2020, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act; and no further environmental review is required at this time.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Bulgari Corporation of America
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali
Public Input: None
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 17, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Meyer, SECONDED by Chair Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (4-1).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber NOES: Commissioner Matson
CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 3:08 PM
The Commission reconvened at 3:16 PM.
6. 8501 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Cedars Sinai (PL2200363)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Sign Accommodation to allow multiple Building Identification Signs. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Cedars Sinai
Project Representative: Scott Hampton
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Devlin, SECONDED by Commissioner Pynoos to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
7. 9701 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Polestar (PL2200364)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Business Identification Sign. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Galpin Motors, Inc.
Project Representative: Thomas S. Levyn
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, SECONDED by Commissioner Meyer to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 17, 2022
NOES: None
CARRIED
8. 139 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Dean Stockton Mural (PL2200372)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Sign Accommodation to allow the installation of a mural. 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: Michael Hakim
Project Representative: Warren Brand
Public Input: Michael Lushing, JR Dzubak – Beverly Hills Rotary Club Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Pynoos, SECONDED by Vice Chair Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
Subsequent to the Commission’s vote on item #8, Chair Schreiber noted that Commissioner Meyer’s statement of participation had inadvertently been missed prior to the Commission’s consideration of the item. Commissioner Meyer then advised that he has a financial interest in property between 500 and 1000 feet from the project site, and had taken into consideration and determined that the proposed project will not impact to his interest’s 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 market value; thus he participated in the consideration of the matter.
9. 449 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Office Building (PL2200373)
Request for approval of an architectural review to allow façade modifications ad minor landscaping. 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: Hugo Rose
Project Representative: Samuel Valensi
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Meyer, SECONDED by Commissioner Matson to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 17, 2022
NOES: None
CARRIED
PROJECT PREVIEW
Commissioner Meyer advised that item #10 is less than 500 feet from property in which he has a financial interest. As such, he recused from the item and left the room at 4:25 PM.
10. 319 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Dior (PL2200358)
Request for a preview of a new three-story commercial building with a rooftop restaurant, multiple Business Identification Signs including Business Identification Signs facing an alley, and a construction barricade. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a preview of the project scope is not subject to an environmental determination as no approval is granted.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: 319 North Rodeo, LLC
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali
Public Input: None
The Commission reviewed the project and provided preliminary feedback, but took no action on this item.
Commissioner Meyer returned to the meeting at 4:57 PM.
STUDY SESSION
No Items
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Chair Schreiber 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:
The Design Review Commission will be reviewing one project at its upcoming meeting on Thursday, September 1.
The Restaurant Subcommittee will be meeting soon to review several new projects
Staff is working on scheduling meetings for the Cultural Heritage Commission’s standing subcommittees.
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 17, 2022
11. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: August 17, 2022 / 5:02 PM
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
September 1, 2022
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 1, 2022 / 9:00 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Josette Descalzo, Sergeant Dale Drummond, Martha Eros, Cindy Gordon, Daren Grilley, Ilene Knebel, Christian Vasquez
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: An email comment was read from Steve Meyer
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 Traffic and Parking Commission regular meeting of August 4, 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
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 1, 2022
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.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Afra-Mahgen to approve the consent calendar items as presented (5/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
3. Police Department Report
Sergeant Dale Drummond informed the Commission of events within the Police Department:
4. Community Development Department Planning Division Quarterly Report Principal Planner Cindy Gordon provided updates on projects in the City.
5. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Carmel, Indiana Roundabout Network Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter introduced Carmel, Indiana’s City Engineer Jeremy Kashman, who provided a presentation and overview of Carmel’s roundabout system. He discussed the safety, cost and efficiency, plus environmental and aesthetic benefits. The Commission commented.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold The Commission took a break at 10:14 AM
The Commission returned at 10:24 AM
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Beverly/Cañon/Lomitas Traffic Safety Analysis
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided background on street characteristics, challenges and past and current evaluations of the Beverly/Cañon/Lomitas intersection. GHD Consultant, Daniel Kehrer, presented the safety analysis to the Commission. Video was presented of various “near miss” collisions at the location. Next steps were discussed. Alternative designs will be presented at a future meeting. The Commission offered comments and feedback.
Public Comment: A text comment was read from an anonymous resident.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 1, 2022
7. Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Programs Manager Josette Descalzo updated the Commission on the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. A PowerPoint was presented about strategic approaches to reduce GHG emissions in the City. Next steps and a timeline were reviewed.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold
NEW BUSINESS
8. Neighborhood Slow Streets Program
Transportation Planning Analyst Christian Vasquez reviewed the Neighborhood Slow Streets Program and requested feedback.
Public Comment: Email comments were read from Barbara Gordon, Andrea Spatz and Maryjo Schnitzer.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Schwartz to make the Slow Streets Program Permanent and move this item forward to City Council for approval (5/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Vice Chair Shalowitz,
Chair Ignarro
NOES: None
CARRIED
Commissioner Schwartz left the meeting at 11:45 AM.
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
9. Project Update and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planners Jessie Holzer Carpenter and Martha Eros provided updates on projects in the city.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Mark Elliot.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
The Commission thanked staff for the varied outreach efforts with the Transit Needs Assessment Survey and inquired about an update for the crosswalks at Cinthia and Elevado.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
City staff advised that Cooling Centers are open. Access the city website for locations and times of availability. www.beverlyhills.org/sunsafe
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 1, 2022 / 11:54 AM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
September 1, 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: September 1, 2022 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
Commissioners Absent: None
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.
Speakers: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Design Review Commission regular meeting of August 4, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by Vice Chair Smooke to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 1, 2022
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
2. 513 SIERRA DRIVE (PL2200353)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the City, north of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Jason Caraveo, Assistant Planner
Project Applicant: David Parnes (513 N Sierra LLC), Property Owner Project Representative: Pouya Payan, Labrynth Design Studio Inc Public Input: Wil Hamerstein, Geoffrey Oblath
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Bernstein, SECONDED by
Commissioner Pressman for the applicant team to meet with an Ad Hoc Committee comprised of Commissioner Peck and Vice Chair Smooke to discuss project refinements and modifications before returning to the full Commission at a date uncertain (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
NOES: None
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o This item was not discussed; the meeting video is available online Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 1, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
The Architectural Commission will be reviewing several new projects at its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, September 21. Additionally, the Restaurant Subcommittee will soon be reviewing four new restaurants. Staff continues work on scheduling meetings for the four currently standing subcommittees of the Cultural Heritage Commission.
3. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 1, 2022 / 2:41 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
September 7, 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: September 7, 2022 / 6:03 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Baseman, Gurman, Lindsey-Cerqueira, Maden, Milkowski, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Miller
Staff Present: Helen Morales, Cameron Kesinger, 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: David Gingold
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 August 3, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Bronte SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to adopt the minutes as presented (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Gurman, Maden, Milkowski, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 7, 2022
NOES: None
CARRIED
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 August 3, 2022 Rent Stabilization Commission regular meeting.
Staff Presenter: Helen Morales, DPA, Deputy Director of Rent Stabilization Public Input: David Gingold, Michael Hartounian, Anonymous, Frances Harper, Ramin Zar
The Commission received the staff report and public comment, and continued its conversation regarding potential pass through costs. After some discussion, a straw poll was taken to determine if there was general support for recommending pass through costs. The poll result was split 4-4, therefore the discussion continued.
The Commission took a recess at 7:44 PM
The Commission reconvened at 7:56 PM
After continued discussion, the Commission worked toward motion language that would summarize its recommendation to the City Council.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Baseman, SECONDED by Chair Tryfman to recommend to the City Council that, with respect to legally mandated costs or improvements, landlords and tenants split such costs 50/50, with the tenants paying their portion over a straight-line depreciation schedule specific to the improvement, at 2% of the rent each month, with an exception for those tenants who are low-income, senior, or disabled.
After additional discussion, which included minor amendments and clarifications to the motion, City Attorney staff member Harris read back the amended motion for the Commission’s consideration.
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 7, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Baseman, SECONDED by Chair Tryfman to recommend to the City Council, for Chapter 6 tenants, that landlords may, pursuant to an application approved by the City’s Rent Stabilization Division, pass through to tenants 50% of the cost of any improvement mandated by any governmental statue, rule, or regulation enacted after March 24, 1981, in accordance with the cost recovery calculation amortization period and depreciation schedule established by guidelines of the Rent Stabilization Division, and subject to a hardship waiver for low-income tenants, provided that no pass-through costs shall be allowed which exceed 2% of the rent in place at the time the cost recovery application is filed, and provided further, if the total amount of the pass-through amount allocated to tenants exceeds 2%, the cost amortization period may be extended (3-3).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Milkowski, Chair Tryfman
NOES: Commissioners Maden, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte
FAILED
Absent objection, the item was continued to the next meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
3. 2022 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE REVIEW
Annual review of the Rent Stabilization Commission’s Conflict of Interest Code Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Chair Tryfman, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to adopt the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code, with Exhibits A and B for the Rent Stabilization Commission of the City of Beverly Hills as presented (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Maden, Milkowski, Sokoloff, Vice Chair Bronte, Chair Tryfman
NOES: None
CARRIED
PROJECT UPDATES
4. Rent Stabilization Division Monthly Staff Report for July 2022 Staff seeks to inform the Rent Stabilization Commission on the Rent Stabilization Division’s monthly activity.
Report received and filed.
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 7, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
The Commissioners expressed thanks and appreciation to each other for a healthy and respectful discussion.
Vice Chair Bronte extended good wishes to all for the month’s upcoming holidays.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Management Analyst Cameron Kesinger advised the Commission that e-notices were sent out advising the public of the upcoming trainings this fall. Additionally, the City has several cooling centers available to the public as we endure the extended heat wave. Deputy Director of Rent Stabilization Helen Morales provided specific dates for individual topics covered at the upcoming trainings:
o Means and Method Training – September 28 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM o Legal Services and Housing Rights Center – October 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM o Rent Stabilization Ordinance update for Tenants – November 16 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM o Annual Registration Process Training – December 5 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM
5. 2022 Meeting Schedule
Received and filed.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 7, 2022 / 9:36 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
September 8, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 8, 2022 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Ostroff
Staff Present: Timothea Tway, Cindy Gordon, Judy Gutierrez, 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 August 25, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Kaplan, SECONDED by Commissioner Wolfe to adopt the minutes as presented (3-0-1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Chair Demeter
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ostroff
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 8, 2022
ABSTAIN: Vice Chair Ross
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
2. 313-323 NORTH RODEO DRIVE (DIOR)
Development Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit, In Lieu Parking, and Open Air Dining Permit (PL2100337)
Request for a Development Plan Review to allow the construction of a new three-story commercial building with rooftop uses, a Conditional Use Permit to allow an alternative parking facility to meet the parking requirements set forth in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, in Lieu Parking program, and an Open Air Dining Permit to operate approximately 1,444 SF of open air dining on private property. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Judy Gutierrez, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: 319 North Rodeo LLC
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali and Andrew Rahhal, Gruen Associates Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Wolfe to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ostroff
CARRIED
3. 2022 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Annual review of the Planning Commission’s Conflict of Interest Code Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Wolfe, SECONDED by Commissioner Kaplan to adopt the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code, with Exhibits A Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 8, 2022
and B for the Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills as presented (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ostroff
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
A “Just in Case BH” informational meeting will be held on Thursday, September 15 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Greystone Mansion.
As a reminder, there is a call to suspend all outdoor watering through September 20.
The annual 9/11 Ceremony will take place this Sunday, September 11 at 5:30 PM at the Fire Department. There is also an informal ceremony at 6:45 AM the same day.
The walls/fences/hedges ordinance and the medical use ordinance will both be presented to the City Council at its upcoming meeting on Monday, September
12. Newly-filed/notable project update in the past two weeks:
Staff has received an application for the reauthorization of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Extended Hours Permit for the Sixty Hotel at 9360 Wilshire Boulevard.
4. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
5. Building Permit Report - August
o Received and filed
6. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 8, 2022 / 2:47 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Room 280A
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Teleconference Location:
Carlos Place
Mayfair
London
W1K 2AL
In-person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, September 13, 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: September 13, 2022 / 10:00 am
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chair Maralee Beck led the Pledge of Allegiance
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Filipovic read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Pamela Beck, Gordy Bristol, Vice Chair Maralee Beck, Chair Filipovic Commissioners Absent: Frank
Staff Present: Jenny Rogers, Patty Acuña, Ben Johnson, Paul Paolone, Adrine Ovasapyan, Aida Thau
Commissioner Frank arrived at 10:03 am
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.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 13, 2022
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 9, 2022.
2. Resolution of the Arts and Culture 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 Arts and Culture Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Motion: To approve the Consent Calendar: MOVED by Vice Chair Beck, SECONDED by Gordy Bristol
AYES: Commissioners Pamela Beck, Gordy Bristol, Vice Chair Maralee Beck and Chair Filipovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: Frank
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
PRESENTATIONS
3. North Canon Dr Closure Extension
Public Works Department Staff Will Update the Commission Christine Chung, Project Manager Public Works, updated the Commission on the North Canon Drive closure extension in addition to the background mural. - July 2018, City Council approved the closure for a minimum of two years to six years (2021 to 2025).
- September 12, 2022, Council approved an extension to June 2023 based on Staff recommendations and stakeholder’s feedback.
The future of the mural was reviewed:
- In April 2019, City commissioned Artist Tomokazu Matsuyama and executed the Artwork contract with the following terms:
o The Artwork is intended to be temporary and will be destroyed upon removal of the wall.
o If the City wishes to preserve, retain, sell, or relocate the Artwork, must first gain approval with the Artist with the request made a minimum 90 days prior to the removal.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 13, 2022
o In September 2019, Council reviewed potential options for relocation or repurposing of the mural in the future. High cost of skinning the wall (up to $120,000) and delay in mural schedule.
o Repurposing and conservation of the Artwork in long term with significant expense, almost the same rough costs as the initial painting.
o As it was determined unfeasible with the Artwork Contract Terms, the mural was painted directly onto the wall without skin panels in November 2019. o In the Summer of 2023, City staff will request City Council to consider whether to maintain the N Cañon Dr. Closure with the Mural wall beyond June 2023. If elected not to extend the closure, the wall with the mural will be destroyed. o Wilshire/Rodeo Station is anticipated to open in-service by 2025. The mural will remain in place as long as the sound wall is in place.
o Chair Filipovic commented on the impossibility of creating a moveable wall piece for relocation and suggested the possibility of the City’s schools as they’re additionally going through construction.
o Vice Chair Maralee Beck thanked staff for researching the background on the mural and asked about future temporary sound walls for other street closures.
Staff explained the future areas will need surrounding fencing; not walls. o Ben Johnson, Arts & Culture Manager, recommended documenting a temporary piece of art prior to its leaving the City.
o Staff to return with information on payment of the mural in addition to the policy and protocol of City murals.
NEW BUSINESS
4. New Recruitment Introductions
Introduction of Recreation Supervisors Corrina Lesser and Norma Mower.
Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, along with Ben Johnson, Recreation Services Manager, introduced the new staff members to the Commission:
- Corrina Lesser, Recreation Supervisor for the Arts and Culture Division - Norma Mower, Recreation Supervisor for the Recreation and Parks Division
5. 2022 Conflict of Interest Code – Arts & Culture Commission Review of the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code
Motion by Frank, Seconded by Vice Chair Maralee Beck to adopt the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code for the City of Beverly Hills Arts & Culture Commission as presented. (5/0) AYES: Commissioners Pamela Beck, Gordy Bristol, Frank, Vice Chair Maralee Beck and Chair Filipovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED:
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 13, 2022
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Financial Update
a) Fine Art Fund Update Report
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, reported on the Fine Art Fund.
The Commission’s balance is currently $1,596,700. This is the 2nd month of a positive net increase.
July 2022, $7,650 an In-Lieu Fee cleared for 327 N. Rodeo Drive. No new deposits have been received at this time for this fiscal year. The Internal Service Funds FY 22/23 has been low for this time. b) Fine Art Obligation
No updates
PROJECT UPDATES
Arts and Culture Commission Updates
o Fine Art Collection Maintenance Program
Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Supervisor, informed the Commission that the Beverly Gardens Park art will be cleaned in preparation for the October 2022 Art show.
Priority 1 Art Work, most of which is located at the Burton Way median, will be maintained after the construction then on to Priorities 2 & 3.
The only artwork covered at Beverly Garden Park is the Bove art piece that is currently covered. The Kusama art piece has not yet returned.
o Judy Chicago Presentation to the Arts and Culture Liaisons Commissioner Frank informed the Commission that the Judy Chicago art piece was approved at the liaison meeting and will now move to City Council for consideration.
Next steps also include meeting with the City’s architect and Public Works staff for preparation of estimates for installation, fabrication and transport of the art piece. Community Services Updates
o Arts and Culture Division Programs and Events
Ben Johnson, Recreation Services Manager, relayed The Great Outdoors at Greystone event being held on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 10am to 5pm at Greystone Mansion grounds. September marks the anniversary of Greystone as a dedicated public park. Attendees are encouraged to bring their sketchbook, nature journal or walking shoes.
Sunday completed the last tour of the Beverly Gardens sculpture park. A new tour will be announced for October through December 2022 which will be a collaboration with the Beverly Hills Historical Society.
The Farmers’ Market will be hosting the Fall Funtastic on October 30, 2022 from 9am to 1pm. December will include a new Holiday & Baking competition event.
Greystone Mansion will be hosting a holiday event on December 3 rd & 4th 2022. The
event will include both the gardens and inside the mansion.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 13, 2022
o Beverly Hills Art Show Preview
Jenny Rogers, Director of Community Services, displayed the newly designed graphic art work advertising the October 15th & 16th 2022 art show. The Art Show is returning full scale, with 4 blocks as previous years. The Children’s Area & the Beer & Wine Garden are additionally returning.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Chair’s report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights
Chair Filipovic announced that the September Mayor’s Cabinet meeting is scheduled for 5pm today.
b) Ad Hoc Committees
No updates were presented at this meeting.
- Fine Arts (Frank, P. Beck – Rogers, Acuna, Johnson, Thau) - Capital Projects (M. Beck, P. Beck – Rogers, Johnson, Davis, Thau) - Major and Annual Events (M. Beck, Filipovic – Johnson, Davis, Doyle, Ovasapyan)
- Performing Arts, Heritage Initiatives, Community Engagement (Gordy Bristol, Filipovic – Johnson, Paolone, Doyle, Scrimshaw) - Embrace and Celebrate Culture Initiative (Frank, Gordy Bristol – Rogers, Johnson, Paolone, Davis, Ovasapyan, Thau)
c) Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Vice Chair Beck thanked staff for the new Event Calendar that was included in their packets. Commissioner Gordy Bristol also expressed her appreciation of the combined Community Services Event Calendar.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Director’s Report
a) Director Jenny Rogers announced that the Commission’s Recording Secretary, Jessica Barragan, has accepted a position with the City of Culver City. Staff, along with the Commission, wish her well.
b) Magdalena Davis, Community Services’ new Manager, was introduced to the Commission in her new role.
Information only items
a) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 10am.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 13, 2022 / 11:16 am