CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
Jacob Obrechtstraat 1
1071 KL Amsterdam
Netherlands
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
September 21, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 21, 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
H-1
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 21, 2022
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural Commission regular meeting of August 17, 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
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 Vice Chair Devlin, SECONDED by Commissioner Matson 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 while item #3 is less than 500 feet from properties in which he has a financial interest, those properties face North Beverly Drive and North Rodeo Drive, and the project faces Camden Drive. 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 properties 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.
Commissioner Meyer, Commissioner Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, and Chair Schreiber all disclosed viewing one of the project’s material samples prior to the meeting, and advised that they remain open-minded on the project.
3. 9595 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Office Building (PL2200417)
Request for approval of an architectural review to allow façade modifications for an existing office building. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 21, 2022
(CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: CSHV 9595 Wilshire, LLX
Project Representative: Amy Xu, LaSalle Investment Management Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Meyer, SECONDED by Chair Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
4. 9900 SOUTH SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD
Rosewood Residences (PL2200420)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: 9908 Santa Monica Boulevard, LLC
Project Representative: Kuo Yang
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, 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
The Commission took a recess at 2:56 PM
The Commission reconvened at 3:05 PM
5. 113 NORTH SAN VICENTE BOULEVARD
Synergy (PL2200421)
Request for approval for an architectural review to allow a Sign Accommodation for a ground sign to be located on a street not otherwise permitted. 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.
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 21, 2022
Project Planner: Christine Delostrinos, Associate Planner Project Applicant: Carondelet & Sixth Inc.
Project Representative: Steven Bohbot
Public Input: None
Staff noted the correct spelling of the business name is “Oxynergy”, rather than “Synergy”.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Devlin, SECONDED by Commissioner Meyer to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
6. 2022 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Annual review of the Architectural Commission’s Conflict of Interest Code Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, SECONDED by Vice Chair Devlin to adopt the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code, with Exhibits A and B for the Architectural Commission of the City of Beverly Hills as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
PROJECT PREVIEW
7. 8633 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Office Building (PL2200422)
Request for a preview of a new three-story office building with a private outdoor rooftop area.
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: SCD 8633 Wilshire LLC
Project Representative: John Hanks, SCD 8633 Wilshire LLC Public Input: None
The Commission reviewed the project and provided preliminary feedback, but took no action on this item.
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 21, 2022
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.
Chair Schreiber provided an update from the recent meeting of the Commission’s Restaurant Subcommittee, at which time four new restaurants were approved.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
Project applications are already coming in for the October Architectural Commission meeting.
The Design Review Commission will be reviewing two projects at its upcoming meeting on October 6.
The Cultural Heritage Commission will be reviewing more sites as potential nominees for the Golden Shield Award at its upcoming meeting on October 12.
Additionally, the plaques for the first six Golden Shield Award recipients have been received, and will soon be scheduled for placement in the ground.
8. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 21, 2022 / 4:05 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Room 280A
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING SYNOPSIS
Thursday, September 29, 2022
2:00 p.m.
Recordings of the Recreation and Parks Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 29, 2022 / 2:01 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, led the Pledge of Allegiance
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Sherry read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Mishler, Javor, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Christopher Paulson, Matthew Brown, Jenny Rogers, Linda Kyriazi, Magdalena Davis
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.
Cyril Sebban provided a public comment on noise at La Cienega Park, field 3.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda. The Chair approved the agenda as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting from 6/28/2022.
2. Resolution of the Recreation and Parks 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 Recreation and Parks Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis September 29, 2022
MOTION by Javor, SECONDED by Mishler to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. (5/0)
AYES: Mishler, Javor, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
3. Introduction of new Recreation Supervisors & Community Services Manager Corrina Lesser, Norma Mower & Magdalena Davis
Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, introduced new employee Corrina Lesser, Recreation Supervisor in addition to Magdalena Davis’ promotion to Community Services Manager.
4. Arts & Culture Programming
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update.
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, reviewed with the Commission the summer’s Concerts on Canon series, Picklefest 2022 at the Farmers’ Market in addition to the upcoming Beverly Hills Fall Art Show, Beverly Hills ArtWalk Guided Tours and Holidays at Greystone
- Commissioner Roston commented on the changes made when the Fine Art Commission transitioned to the Arts & Cultural Commission. Commissioner Roston would like the Recreation and Parks Commission to be more involved with upcoming Community Services programs and events, especially if it’s taking place in facilities that the Commission works with.
- Chair Sherry added that moving forward the Commission will develop their own events which will be reviewed later in the meeting.
- Commissioner Roston additionally commented on an event held at Roxbury Park that had amplified music at 8am on a Sunday that she and the Commission were not aware of, to provide answers to the Community. Staff updated the Commission on that specific private rental event and will be advising them of future park-wide rental events.
5. Recreation & Community Programming
Brooke Simon, Senior Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update on Beverly Hills Doggy Daze 90210.
Brooke Simon, Senior Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the logistics and events planned for this re-named event: Beverly Hills Doggy Daze 90210. - This free and family-friendly event will be held on Sunday, November 6, 2022 from 11:00am – 3:00pm.
- Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
- Parking available at Beverly Hills High School with shuttles running every 15 minutes. - The Public Works Department will have a booth at the event. - The Commission suggested a donation collection area along with a microchipping booth.
- Commissioner Javor, with his animal rescue experience, requested his involvement in next year’s planning and suggested an Ad Hoc.
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis September 29, 2022
6. Climate Action and Adaption Plan Measures (Draft)
Josette Descalzo, Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Program Manager Josette Descalzo, Public Work’s Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Program Manager provided an update on the progress of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).
- The overall goal of the CAAP is to achieve carbon-neutrality by 2045. - Staff works with the Human Services Division to make sure Cooling Centers are announced during a heat wave.
- The Commission discussed smaller projects that can be upgraded to their homes at this time.
- Staff plans to present this plan to City Council first quarter of 2023. - A video of the workshop that was held on green energy can be viewed at:
https://www.beverlyhills.org/greenenergy
- Chair Sherry thanked Vice Chair Lurie and Commissioner Roston for being on the CAAP Committee and suggested a speaker series for the public.
NEW BUSINESS
7. 2022 Conflict of Interest Code – Recreation and Parks Commission Review of the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code
The Commission is asked to review the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code, make the necessary changes, if any, and have the Chair sign the Statement of Review page.
MOTION by Roston, SECONDED by Javor to approve the 2022 Conflict of Interest Code of the City of Beverly Hills Recreation and Parks Commission as presented. (5/0)
AYES: Mishler, Javor, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED:
8. Commissioner Survey Results from Recreation & Parks Commissioner Training Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission on the survey results from their July 28, 2022 training where the Commission identified a variety of projects, events, and programs that the Commission and staff may pursue in the coming years. Staff then sorted the ideas into three categories: Events, Programs & Classes, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs).
The Commissioners were asked to take a survey and choose their first, second, and third place choices for each category. The top three choices in each category were presented to the Commission:
- Programs & Classes: Monthly Drum Circle, Beverly Hills Community Farm, and Mind, Body & Sound Programs (“Strive to Thrive” and “Sound Bath”) - Events: Health & Wellness Community Events, Scavenger Hunt (Youth & Adults), 5K & 10K / Dance Fitness Blast
- Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs): La Cienega Park Master Plan, Greystone Restoration & Lower Greystone Master Plan, Community Garden (Land Use) The Commission reviewed the selected items, possible locations in addition to a time frame for moving forward.
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis September 29, 2022
- Director of Community Services, Jenny Rogers, suggested next steps would be for the ad hocs to work on finalizing the various elements and additionally informed the Commission that organizers of the 5K Dance and Fitness Blast contacted Community Services about collaborating on hosting an event.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
9. Teen Advisory Committee (TAC)
Lisa Crespo, Recreation Supervisor
Lisa Crespo, Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on this year’s Teen Advisory Committee (TAC).
- This year marks the 15th year of the Beverly Hills Teen Advisory Committee. The TAC meets monthly to work with Community Services staff to generate ideas, identify problems, suggest solutions, and put on programs/events for their peers. - This year the TAC expanded its membership to those in grades 6th- 12th to better serve a broad range of teens in the Beverly Hills community. Members were selected through a competitive application and interview process with a final member selection of 26 students. Those selected will serve on the committee from September 2022 to May 2023.
- This school year, the Teen Advisory Committee members will focus on three categories of action, civic-minded programs and events, special events, and community-based volunteer projects.
- Commissioner Javor suggested the TAC members have a Teen Beverly Hills event much like Team Beverly Hills.
- Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, noted that TAC’s interest in general health & wellness could work in collaboration with the Commission’s goals.
STATUS REPORTS
10. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
PROJECT UPDATES
Program updates.
- Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, informed the Commission that the ZOOZ Fitness class that offers activities for those with special needs is starting on October 17, 2022.
- The Human Relations Commission announced that October is Civility Month. - Winter break camps are scheduled for the end of the year school break. - Adult soccer league has relaunched for winter/spring season. - Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, provided an update on Pickleball Pilot Program:
a) Being at the 3-month mark, the data points are being reviewed such as the neighborhood noise issue
b) A new survey will be distributed to better address concerned groups. The results will be presented to the Commission.
Recreation and Parks Commission Priorities
- Updated and reviewed.
Mayor’s Initiatives
- Mental Wellness Series: Friday, September 23, 2022, 11:30am – 12:30pm, Crescent side of City Hall. Mayor Bosse welcomes renowned personal transformation expert Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis September 29, 2022
Dr. Deepak Chopra as he leads a special guided meditation session for the Beverly Hills community.
- Business with Bosse:
Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 5:30pm – 7pm at Sant’olina, The Beverly Hilton & Tuesday, November 29, 2022, 6pm – 7:30pm, The Belvedere at The Peninsula Hotel - Live with Lili:
Monday, October, 10, 2022, 7pm – 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery & Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 7pm – 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery If you cannot attend in-person, Live with Lili can be watched at beverlyhills.org/live
Community Services Events Calendar
- Reviewed.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
11. Chair Report
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Meeting Minutes
b. Ad Hoc Committees
- The updated ad hocs were reviewed with The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) to be added.
c. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
- Review calendar and attendance
d. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Chair Sherry wished a happy birthday to friend and former Commissioner Judie Fenton.
- The Commission reviewed the meeting dates for the remainder of the year and will discuss at the October meeting if they need to be rescheduled.
PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH’S AGENDA
NEXT MEETING: October 25, 2022 – 2pm
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 29, 2022 / 4:23 p.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
October 6, 2022
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 6, 2022 / 9:01 AM
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Schwartz
Staff Present: Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Sergeant Dale Drummond, Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, Ilene Knebel, Kevin Riley
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the agenda.
Public Speakers: Public comment was heard from Ellen Carmona, Matthew Grubman, and Kory Klem.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved with an amendment; TAB 7 will be taken after TAB 3.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes
Consideration of Minutes of the Traffic and Parking Commission regular meeting of September 1, 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 54953(E) and Making Findings and Determinations Regarding the Same
Comment: Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Traffic and Parking Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis October 6, 2022
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Geller to approve the consent calendar items as presented (4/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
3. Police Department Report
Sergeant Dale Drummond reviewed the Police Department report for the month of September as well as the Police Department’s assistance of the filming of a Netflix production in the city and preparations for Halloween. There was a discussion regarding AB 2147 which removes jaywalking from criminal status and will go into effect on January 1, 2023.
4. Traffic Engineering Quarterly Report
Senior Transportation Engineer Kevin Riley reported on relevant traffic/engineering projects from July to September 2022 including the Crosswalk Upgrade Project, the Citywide Signal Upgrade Project and speed hump installations. There was a discussion regarding requests for speed humps.
5. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Evaluation of the “Idaho Stop” Laws in Other States
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter introduced Dr. David Hurwitz, Professor of Transportation Engineering at Oregon State University, who reviewed a study on the historical and safety impact of bicyclists and motorcyclists treating stop signs as yield signs at intersections. There was a discussion regarding the results of the study.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem.
The commission took a break at 10:40 AM.
The commission returned from break at 10:45 AM.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Beverly Hills Transit Feasibility Study
Transportation Planner Martha Eros presented a transit service plan to improve connectivity in the city. Peter Cassellini from Kittleson & Associates was introduced to review final recommendations and responses to the public transit survey. There was a discussion regarding the survey results and the suggested recommended future route. The Commissioners supported the staff recommendation to develop a pilot project consisting of fixed route circulator and microtransit. Route details will be prepared in the coming weeks and additional public outreach will be conducted before bringing back for Traffic and Parking Commission review in December.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis October 6, 2022
Public Comment: An email comment from Peter Ostroff was read into the record.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem and David Gingold.
7. State Legislative Update (Item Taken Out of Order, After TAB 3) Policy and Management Analyst Cindy Owens reviewed legislation the City of Beverly Hills took a position on in 2022 that concerned the Traffic and Parking Commission.
Commissioner Afra-Maghen left the meeting at 12:19 PM.
NEW BUSINESS
8. 2022 Conflict of Interest Code
Assistant Director / City Engineer Daren Grilley presented the conflict of interest code for the Traffic and Parking Commission, which must be reviewed annually.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Shalowitz, SECONDED by Commissioner Geller to approve the conflict of interest code as presented (3/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Vice Chair Shalowitz, Chair Ignarro NOES: None
CARRIED
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
9. Project Update and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter had no presentation. The Commission expressed their interest in the Community Visioning Workshop, taking place on Saturday, October 15, 2022.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Chair Ignarro indicated the next Traffic and Parking Commission Meeting will take place on November 3, 2022, starting at 8:00 AM.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: October 6, 2022 / 12:22 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
October 13, 2022
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 13, 2022 / 1:33 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, Chloe Chen, Karen Myron, David Snow, Josette Descalzo
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 Planning Commission regular meeting of September 22, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Kaplan, SECONDED by Vice Chair Ross to adopt the minutes as presented (4-0-1).
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 13, 2022
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Ostroff
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
2. CLIMATE ACTION AND ADAPTATION PLAN UPDATE
Informational Item to provide an update on the progress of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)
Public Input: David Gingold
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Manager Josette Descalzo provided a presentation and answered questions from the Commission and the public. No Commission action was taken on this item.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. 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 August 11, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: Vice Chair Ross disclosed speaking with applicant representative Ron Richards, and advised he remains open-minded on the project. Commissioner Kaplan disclosed playing phone and email tag with Mr. Richards, but did not speak with him, and remains open-minded on the project. Commissioner Ostroff disclosed having several conversations with Mr. Richards, and remains open-minded on the project. Commissioner Wolfe disclosed speaking with Mr. Richards and Russell Linch, and advised he remains openminded on the project. Chair Demeter had no 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: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Commissioner Kaplan to direct staff to prepare resolutions that include draft findings for the Commission’s consideration, for the requested R-1 Permits and Tree Removal Permit; to obtain, at the applicant’s expense, an independent arborist’s report on the condition of the Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 13, 2022
trees which are requested to be removed; and to continue the item to the December 8, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter NOES: None
CARRIED
The public hearing on this item remained open.
The Commission took a recess at 4:45 PM
The Commission reconvened at 4:54 PM
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
4. DRAFT ORDINANCE TO AMEND REGULATIONS RELATED TO THE ADJUSTMENT OF
LOT LINES THAT WOULD CREATE OR EXPAND LOTS ACROSS THE JURISDICTIONAL
BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY
An ordinance of the City of Beverly Hills to amend Beverly Hills Municipal Code sections to prohibit the creation or expansion of lots that cross the jurisdictional boundaries of the City.
Per the direction of the City Council, the draft ordinance would replace the Urgency Ordinance (Urgency Ordinance No. 21-O-2833) that is currently in effect and will expire in January 2023.
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: Chloe Chen, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: Flora Trostler, Karen Platt and Shahram Melamed – Trousdale Estates Neighborhood Association, Tina Sinatra
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Kaplan to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Kaplan, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter
NOES: None
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 13, 2022
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
City Planner Updates
o City Planner Timothea Tway advised the Commission of the following:
On Monday, October 17 at 6:00 PM, the Planning Division will be hosting the second in a series of community meetings regarding the future use of the Gale Yard site. The meeting will take place in the Municipal Gallery, and a virtual participation option is also available.
At its meeting on Tuesday, October 11, the City Council provided direction for the Planning Commission to begin working on a potential ordinance to establish the ability to revoke entitlements that were approved based on untrue information.
The Beverly Hills Art Show is this weekend from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM both Saturday and Sunday in Beverly Gardens Park
The Next Night street festival will take place on Saturday, October 22 from 4:00 – 9:00 PM on South Beverly Drive.
Newly-filed/notable project updates:
Staff has received an application for a new 18-unit, six-story condominium building at 227-231 North Swall Drive.
A concept review has been submitted for a 15-unit multi-family building at 344-348 North Oakhurst Drive. Concept reviews are preliminary project reviews; a formal application for this project has not been submitted.
5. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
6. Building Permit Report – September
o Received and filed
7. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
8. 2023 DRAFT Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed; no changes were made to the draft dates
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: October 13, 2022 / 5:35 PM