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CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills. OA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
October 6, 2022
1:30 PM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 6, 2022 /1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Peck, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Pressman
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 ywithin 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 September 1, 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
Recordings of the Design Review Commission's meetings are available online at www.beverlvhills.ora Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
Octobers, 2022
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.
Motion:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MOVED by Vice Chair Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner
Bernstein to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (4-0-1).
Commissioners Peck, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann None
Commissioner Pressman
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
3. 353 SOUTH WETHERLY DRIVE (PL2200428)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence with basement and porte cochere located in the Central Area of the City, south 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: Jacob Levy (353 S. Wetherly Dr. LLC), Property Owner Project Representative: Harut Sumbatyan, Gispan Design
Public Input:
Motion:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
None
MOVED by Vice Chair Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner
Bernstein to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
Commissioners Peck, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann None
Commissioner Pressman
CARRIED
4. 618 NORTH ELM DRIVE (PL2200426)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence with basement and porte cochere 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.
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
October 6. 2022
Project Planner:
Project Applicant:
Project Representative:
Putjlic input:
Motion:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Jason Caraveo, Assistant Planner
Zion Zamir (Zamir Z & M Fam Trust), Property Owner
Harut Sumbatyan, Gispan Design
None
MOVED by Vice Chair Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner
Bernstein to continue the item to the November 3, 2022 Design Review Commission meeting, and for the applicant team to meet with an Ad Hoc Committee comprised of Commissioner Bernstein and Vice Chair Smooke before returning to the full Commission to continue consideration of the project (4-0-1).
Commissioners Peck, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann None
Commissioner Pressman
CARRIED
5. 2022 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Annual review of the Design Review Commission's Conflict of Interest Code Public Input:
Motion:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
None
MOVED by Vice Chair Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner
Bernstein to adopt the 2022 Conflict of interest Code, with Exhibits A and B for the Design Review Commission of the City of Beverly Hills as presented (4-0-1).
Commissioners Peck, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann None
Commissioner Pressman
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor's Cabinet Meeting
o This item was not discussed; the meeting video is available online
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
October 6. 2022
• At its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, October 12, the Cultural Heritage Commission will be reviewing several potential nominees for the Golden Shield Award, as well as possible changes to the Master Architect list. • The Architectural Commission will be reviewing nine projects at its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, October 19.
6. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
7. 2023 DRAFT Meeting Schedule
o The April 2023 meeting will be held on the first Monday of the month to avoid a conflict with Passover. All other draft meeting dates remain unchanged.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: October 6, 2022 / 2:58 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
October 20, 2022
9:00 a.m.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 20, 2022 / 9:01 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Nisim led the Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Freeman read the Human Relations Commission's Civility Statement.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Nisim, Vice Chair Margo, Chair Freeman Commissioners Absent: Kaiserman
Staff Present; Patricia Acuna; Rachel L. Evans, Enisha Clark, Linda Kyriazi Commissioner Kaiserman arrived at 9:09 a.m.
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. Staff requested Tab #3 be moved closer to the 10:15 a.m. time In addition to Tab 6 being moved upon the arrival of guest speakers.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 15, 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.
Recordings of the Human Relations Commission's meetings are avaiiabte online at www.beverivhilis-orq Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 20, 2022
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.
MOTION by Nisim, SECONDED by Margo to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. (3/0)
AYES: Nisim, Vice Chair Margo, Chair Freeman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Kaiserman
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Department
Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo updated the Commission on the following:
Halloween Safety Tips.
Misuse of Fentanyl and the dangers associated with this drug.
The Police are equipped with Narcan, which is a drug that reverses the effects of an opiod overdose.
Beverly Hills Unified School District
Beverly Hills Board of Education member. Dr. Amanda Stern, provided an update on the following:
School Administrations are equipped and trained on the Narcan drug.
Videos have been shown to the students regarding the Fentanyl crisis.
The middle school has been organizing multi-cultural days which includes dancing, cooking along with community members attending.
October 19, 2022 was Bullying Awareness Day so students wore orange in unity.
PRESENTATIONS
None
NEW BUSINESS
3. 2022 Annual Great ShakeOut
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, reviewed with the Commission the annual Great ShakeOut where the City of Beverly Hills joins the State of California in participating in the Great California Shakeout drill taking place on October 20, 2022 at 10:20 a.m. - The Commission, along with staff, participated in the Great ShakeOut. - The Commission asked for updated information on best practices during an earthquake.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
4. Civility Month
October is Civility Month and Chair Freeman thanked the ad hoc committee Vice Chair Margo and Commissioner Kaiserman for organizing the October 23, 2022 Day of Giving where donations are being collected at the City's Farmers' Market.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 20, 2022
5. Embrace Civility Award
The 2022 Embrace Civility Award recipient will be announced and recognized at the November 1, 2022 City Council Meeting.
6. Mental Health Awareness
Josh Goldman, Grants Manager for Our House Grief Support Center, provided an overview of their grief support services available to the community. Our House is a Beverly Hills Community Assistance Grant recipient.
7. Beverly Hills Unified School District Engagement Project Tabled.
8. Beverly Hills Homeless Initiative
Enisha Clark, Interim Clinical Program Coordinator, reminded the public if they come across someone who needs outreach services to please contact the Beverly Hills Outreach Team at 310-487-0313.
- The City's Ambassadors are located in the Business Triangle and South Beverly Drive area in addition to being reached at 424-302-1487.
- The City Is still working on a centralize number.
9. Diversity. Equity & Inclusion Awareness Initiative
Chair Freeman updated the Commission on the next Critical Conversations series which will be centered around Woman's Rights and will be more of a panel conversation with attendees. - Commissioner Nisim informed the Commission that speakers are being considered in addition to coordinating the best date.
10. Kindness Matters
Chair Freeman acknowledged Enisha Clark, Human Services Specialist, wishing her a happy birthday In addition to thanking her for her contributions to the Commission with her civility and diplomacy,
STATUS REPORTS
11. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program
Johnthon Hunter, Beverly Hills Ambassadors Operations Manager, updated the Commission on the following:
- Trend of new transients entering the business triangle continues to increase. The majority of these individuals are camping in the parking structures which explains the Increase in the camping statistic. Outreach services are offered to these individuals. - The month of September had nine referrals to the Outreach Team. - Hospitality interactions have increased for the month. - Chair Freeman requested a yearly comparison chart.
COMMUNICATiONS FROM THE COMMISSION
12. Chair Report
a) Mayor's Cabinet Meeting
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 20. 2022
- Reviewed
b) Review Commission Meeting dates
Reviewed
c) Good and Welfare. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Chair Freeman commended Mayor Bosse along with City Council for ail of their work with the news on Iran that was voice at the last City Council Meeting. The Human Relations Commission has an anti-hate statement and encourages the public to revisit it.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
13. Administrator's Report
Rachel Evans, Human Services Administrator, updated the Commission on the following:
- Beverly Hills Art Show
- Business with Bosse
- Live with Lili
- Next Night Street Festival with Teen Halloween
- Reel Conversations at the Library, Beverly Hills Public Library Movie Discussion Series - Fall Funtastic Harvest Festival
- Doggy Daze 90210
14. Overview of Current and Pending Agenda Items
- Reviewed
ADJOURNMENT
October 20, 2022 at 10:14 a.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Room 280A
Beverly Hiiis, CA 90210
in-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSiON
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
2:00 p.m.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 25, 2022 / 2:01 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Andrew DeLeon, Recreation Recreation Coordinator, led the Pledge of Allegiance
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Sherry read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Mishler, Roston, Vice Chair Lurle, Chair Sherry Commissioners Absent: Javor
Staff Present: Christopher Paulson, Jenny Rogers, Magdalena Davis, Linda Kyriazi, Patty Acuna
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 Chair approved the agenda as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting from 9/29/2022.
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.
Recordings of the Recreation and Parks Connmission's meetings are available online at www.beverlvhills.orq Recreation and Parks Commission Reguiar Meeting Synopsis October 25, 2022
MOTION by Lurie, SECONDED by Roston to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. (4/0)
AYES: Mishler, Roston, Vice Chair Lurie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT: Javor
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
3. Introduction of new Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Coordinator Norma Mower & Andrew DeLeon
Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, introduced two new employees:
Norma Mower, Recreation Supervisor in addition to Andrew DeLeon, Recreation Coordinator.
Both employees informed the Commission of their prior experience in addition to their current job duties.
4. Arts & Culture Programming
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update.
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the past and upcoming Community Services Arts & Culture Programming. - Beverly Hills 2022 Fall Art Show that was held October 15 & 16. 2022 was back to pre-Covid with 4 blocks of art displayed along with the Wine & Beer Garden and Children's art areas.
- Sunday morning the Artist Reception returned along with the Award Ceremony. - The May 20th & 21®' 2023 Spring Art Show will be celebrating its 50"^ Anniversary. - New artists are being encouraged to apply and can submit an application at:
https://www.beverlvhills.ora/artshow
- Sunday, October 30, 2022 a Fall Fantastic Harvest Festival will be held at the Farmers' Market from 9am - 1pm with both a Scarecrow Creation and Pumpkin Carving contests.
- Beverly Hills ArtWalk Guided Tours continue on November 13"^ and December 11"^, 2022, and include the Sculpture Park and Architectural History Tour. For more information in addition to signing up for a free tour: beverlyhills.org/artwalk These tours are the last for 2022 but the program will continue in 2023 with an expansion of new tours.
- Greystone Holiday Garden, December 3^^ & 4"^, 2022, the inside of the mansion will be decorated. Attendees do need to register at Beverlyhills.org/greystone
5. AYSO Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, will provide the Commission with an overview of the agreement.
Christopher Paulson, Recreation Services Manager, reviewed with the Commission the American Youth Soccer Organization's (AYSO) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). - In keeping with best practices as identified by the prior City's Auditor Office, the purpose of this agreement is to clearly establish each group's access to City fecilities, community services being provided, times of use, insurance requirements and facility use fees.
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis October 25, 2022
- After reviewing all points with the Commission, staff will go forward to complete the MOU process with AYSO.
6. Filming & Special Events
Magdalena Davis, Community Services Manager, will inform the Commission on the process.
With the Commission requesting information on permits at the Parks, small events vs. larger ones, Magdalena Davis, Community Services Manager, updated the Commission on the necessary permits needed for filming, photography, and special events that fall under the Filming & Special Events Division of Community Development versus those Special Events that fall under Community Services.
- Chair Sherry asked about the notification of such events as the Commission had questioned an early morning event at Roxbury Park. Staff explained the ways the event is notified to the residents, which are reviewed by staff. The production is responsible for those postings and mailings to a determined radius which is typically 300 feet from the specific site though it could increase to 1000 feet, or to the end of the block, depending how the event impacts the area/neighborhood. - When these events cause issues with sound, safety and parking, there are two phone numbers located on every notification that the public can call. The first number is a general special events line answered by staff. The second number is for the organizer.
NEW BUSINESS
7. Recreation and Parks Award 2022
Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, will provide an update.
Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, reviewed with the Commission the process of nominating, evaluating, selecting and recognizing the recipient. - The Commission agreed to continue the award, to both individuals and organizations, In addition to making a selection for the December 2022 meeting. - Vice Chair suggested having the recipient's and/or organization's web site on the form, if they have one.
- The Commission agreed that the deadline for submitting a December nomination will be Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
STATUS REPORTS
8. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
PROJECT UPDATES
• Program updates
- Christopher Paulson. Recreation Services Manager, informed the Commission of the Beverly Hills Girls' Empowerment Camp 2022 hosted by the Beverly Hills Fire Department. This is a 2-day camp scheduled for November 5 & 6, 2022.
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis October 25, 2022
- The Beverly Hills Bridge Club has begun again at the La Cienega Tennis Center. They are currently accepting beginners.
- Three election centers are open on City property: City Hall, Roxbury Community Center and the La Cienega Tennis Center. The Park Rangers will be staffing these locations. Staff confirmed signage will posted.
- Staff is working on winter break, single week camps.
- Staff is currently working on summer camps and the plan is for them to attend the Commissioner Meeting earlier in the year for feedback.
- The City had their Employee Excellence Awards and Park Ranger Carlton received the Exemplary Customer Service Award and the CS team behind Beverly Hills Pride Day was presented with the Bright Idea Award.
• Survey Results from the Recreation & Parks Training
- Ad hoc breakout meetings are being scheduled to discuss the priority events to develop plans and move forward.
• Universal TK Program
- Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, updated the Commission on the state mandated transitional kindergarten (TK) Program, a free program for ageeligible four-year-old children. Staff will continue to update the Commission on additional information and any impacts to the city.
• Rangers & Homelessness
- City Council has been concerned about the increase of homeless in the City and staff will be returning to Council on November 15, 2022 with a variety of recommendations and tools.
• Recreation & Parks Commission Priorities
- Reviewed
• Mayor's Initiatives
- 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 Thursday, December 8, 2022, 5:30pm - 7pm, 208 Rodeo, 208 N. Rodeo Drive - Live with Lili:
Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 7pm - 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery Thursday, December 1, 2022, 7pm-8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery If you cannot attend in-person, Live with Lili can be watched at beverlvhills.oro/live
• Community Services Events Calendar
- Vice Chair Lurie asked about a Ballroom Dancing program. Staff to return with details. - Vice Chair Lurie noted that since the pandemic, the free Music Mends Minds class is back in person, every Tuesday from 1:30pm - 3pm at Roxbury Community Center. - Commissioner Roston asked when the Pickleball Pilot Program will end. Staff informed the Commission that they are working with a 3^^^ party vendor to assist with the City's survey.
- Chair Sherry informed staff that residents are requesting a Pickleball Tournament in the City of Beverly Hills.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
9. Chair Report
a. Mayor's Cabinet Meeting
- Meeting Minutes
Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis October 25, 2022
- Chair Sherry reminded the Commissions of the ZOOZ Fitness Program which is now included in our Community Services and Recreation and Parks class offerings. The ZOOZ Fitness Program empowers individuals with all abilities to become more physically active and live a healthy and balanced lifestyle. This class started on October 17, 2022 and takes place on Mondays at Roxbury Park Community Center.
b. Ad Hoc Committees
c. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
- Review calendar and attendance
- The Commission agreed to cancel the November 2022 Commission Meeting and make the December Commission meeting a Special Meeting to be held on December 20, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
d. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Vice Chair Lurie passed on that a frequent user of the parks was gushing to her how much she loved the programming, especially for seniors, was the best.
PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH'S AGENDA
NEXT MEETING: December 20, 2022 -10:00 a.m. - Special Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: October 25, 2022 / 3:54 p.m.
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
November 3, 2022
1:30 PM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: November 3, 2022 /1:32 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. 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.
Recordings of the Design Review Commission's meetings are available online at www.beverlvhills.orQ Design Review Commission Reguiar Meeting Synopsis
November 3, 2022
Motion:
AYES:
NOES:
CARRIED
MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by Vice Chair
Smooke to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).
Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
None
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. 618 NORTH ELM DRIVE (PL2200426)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence with basement and porte cochere located in the Central Area of the City, north of Santa Monica Boulevard. Continued from the October 6, 2022 Design Review Commission regular meeting, and will be continued to the December 1, 2022 Design Review Commission meeting.
Absent objection from the Commission, this item was continued to the December 1, 2022 Design Review Commission regular meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
3. 261 SOUTH LINDEN DRIVE {PL2200465)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence with basement and porte cochere located in the Central Area of the City, south 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:
Project Applicant:
Project Representative:
Public Input:
Motion:
AYES:
NOES:
CARRIED
Jason Caraveo, Assistant Planner
Steven Firtel, Property Owner
Jacques Mashihi, Architect
None
MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by Vice Chair
Smooke to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
None
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
November 3, 2022
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Mayor's Cabinet Meeting
o This item was not discussed; the meeting video is available online
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
• The Architectural Commission reviewed and approved nine projects at Its recent meeting.
• Currently, one project is scheduled to come before the Design Review Commission at the December meeting. Staff continues to work with the applicant teams of two separate projects recently sent to Ad Hoc Committees of the Design Review Commission, for further project refinements.
4. 2022 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
5. 2023 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: November 3, 2022 / 2:58 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMIVIISSION SPECIAL MEETING
SYNOPSIS
November 3, 2022
8:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: November 3, 2022 / 8:01 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Geller, Schwartz, Chair Ignarro Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Afra-Maghen, Vice Chair Shalowitz Staff Present: Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, llene Knebel, Lieutenant Robert Maycott, Kevin Riley, Sergeant David Tomlin
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: Email comments were read into the record from Sybil and Jim Goldrich, Valerie Wisotz and Bruce Schwartz, Jeff Berkett, Joanne Lee, Joanna Kaplan, Lawrence Koplin, MD, Sandi Jacobi, and Jerry Jolton
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem and David Gingold.
Commissioner Afra-Maghen arrived at 8:07 AM.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Ignarro advised of an amendment to the order of items in the posted Agenda.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Afra-Maghen, SECONDED by
Commissioner Geller to approve the Agenda as amended; TAB 4 will be taken after TAB 2 (4/0).
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Special Meeting Synopsis November 3, 2022
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Chair ignarro NOES: None
CARRIED
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes
Consideration of Minutes of the Traffic and Parking Commission regular meeting of October
6. 2022.
2. A Resolution of the Resolution of the Traffic and Parking Commission of the City of Beverly Hills Continuing to Authorize Public Meetings to Be Held via Teleconferencing Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(E) and Making Findings and Determinations Regarding the Same
Comment: Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Traffic and Parking Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions, and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schwartz, SECONDED by
Commissioner Geller to approve the consent calendar items as presented (4/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Chair Ignarro NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Schwartz (from Minutes)
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
3. Police Department Report (Presented After TAB 5)
Lieutenant Robert Maycott who recently joined the Traffic Division, introduced himself and reviewed his direction and goals for traffic enforcement in the City. DDIs, hit and runs and property damage incidents were reviewed. Sergeant David Tomlin announced there would be a Town Hall Meeting this evening regarding proposed changes to the issuance and enforcement of Preferential Parking Permits. He also spoke about the traffic impacts in the southwest due to Metro Construction. The Commission suggested additional areas for enforcement and asked about illegal misuse of disabled parking placards.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
Commissioner Geller left the meeting at 10:02 AM
The commission took a break at 10:17 AM
The commission returned from break at 10:25 AM
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Special Meeting Synopsis November 3, 2022
4. Monthly Educational Speaker Series - LADOT Vision Zero Program (Presented After TAB 2)
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter introduced LADOT Supervising Transportation Planner Christopher Rider, who provided a presentation and overview of LADOT's Vision Zero Program, a holistic safety plan for traffic with the goal of eliminating traffic deaths in the city of Los Angeles by 2025. He discussed driving injury statistics, safety precautions for pedestrians, street and signal modifications, and long-term safety treatments for high injury roads and focus areas. The Commission asked about the program's success at preventing deaths, effects on traffic congestion, and safe routes.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
5. Draft Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program
City Engineer/Public Works Assistant Director Daren Grilley introduced Senior Transportation Engineer Kevin Riley, who presented the Draft Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program. He discussed the program's background and progress in 2022, feedback from residents, and next steps. The Commission discussed the public feedback received and area limitations for the program.
Public Comment: Email comments were read from Milt and Sheila Hyman, Jordan and Brandy Geller, the Southwest Beverly Hills Homeowner's Association, and Ken Goldman.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Ken Goldman, Sandi Jolton, and David Gingold.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Geller, SECONDED by Commissioner AfraMaghen to approve the program for presentation to City Council with amendments outlined by the Commission (4/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Schwartz, Chair Ignarro NOES: None
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
6. Subway First/Last Mile Projects
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter reviewed the "First/Last Mile" projects to improve pedestrian safety and transportation on the way to and from the upcoming Metro subway stations. She discussed several projects to improve pedestrian travel, including buffered bike lanes and a new inner city microtransit system based off of the results from the transit feasibility study. The Commission discussed all modalities of transportation, including scooters, in the projects as an option for travel.
Public Comment: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Special Meeting Synopsis November 3, 2022
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
7. Project Update and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planners Jessie Holzer Carpenter and Martha Eros provided updates on projects in the city:
• League of American Bicyclists is reviewing an application from Beverly Hills for status as a bicycle friendly city. Staff is asking for feedback from residents. • A Clifton/Le Doux Bike Boulevard Feasibility Study meeting was held with the public on October 15'^
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
City staff advised that they are refining pilot route lines from the transit study, in preparation for a City Council Liaison Meeting. One last reminder was given for the Preferential Permit Parking Town Hall Meeting, regarding the operations and enforcement aspect. It will be held in the City Council Chambers, tonight at 6 PM. The meeting will also be available for virtual participation.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: November 3, 2022 /10:45 AM