Beverly Hills City Council
January 3, 2023

CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 N. Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Room 280A
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting

MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
Monday, November 14, 2022
5:00 PM
The Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting is a monthly meeting with the Mayor and City Commission Chairs or their representatives. Please note that this meeting is intended to exchange information on commission activities; no official action is taken.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date / Time: November 14, 2022 / 5:00 PM

1. Welcome
Mayor Lili Bosse called the meeting to order.

2. Public Comment
Speakers: David Gingold provided public comment on the recent Traffic and Parking and Public Works Commission meetings.

3. Resolution
Resolution of the Beverly Hills City Council Mayor’s Cabinet continuing to authorize public meetings to be held via teleconferencing pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e) and make findings and determination regarding the same. a. Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Mayor’s Cabinet to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements. o The resolution was read into the record and was unanimously approved.

4. Report from Commission Chairperson
o Architectural Commission – Jennifer Schreiber, Chair
o The commission met on October 19, 2022, and discussed nine items on the agenda that included:
o 328 North Rodeo Drive - construction barricades with lifestyle graphics replacing earlier designs.
o 370 North Rodeo Drive – 1 year extension for an architectural review permit for a new 3 story building.
o 225 North Beverly Drive – Silicon Valley Bank.
o 422 North Beverly Drive – request for review to allow a business identification sign.
o 360 North Rodeo Drive – request for review to allow façade modifications, construction barricade, and sign accommodation.

Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

o 365 N North Rodeo Drive – request for approval for review to allow façade modifications, business identification sign, and construction barricade with lifestyle graphics.
o 8900 Wilshire Boulevard – request for approval for review for sign accommodation.
o 9388 South Santa Monica Boulevard – request for review for sign accommodation to allow revisions to a previously approved master sign program.
o 331 North Oakhurst Drive – request for approval for review to allow the construction of a new two-story single-family residence within a multi-family residential zone.
o Arts and Culture Commission – Liliana Filipovic, Chair o A new Beverly Hills ArtWalk tour entitled Beverly Hills Sculpture Park and Architecture History Tour was presented on October 2, 2022. This tour included a specially designed tour of the Sculpture Park combined with an Architectural History tour of Rodeo Drive. This tour also includes a guided walking tour down the world-famous Rodeo Drive which will explore the history of the iconic Beverly Hills sign, the historic equestrian bridle path, the last remaining original buildings and storefronts, Frank Lloyd Wright’s only commercial design - Anderton Court Shops, the site of the Brown Derby, and the storied history of the Beverly Wilshire Hotel. This tour was developed in collaboration with the Beverly Hills Historical Society. Visit www.beverlyhills.org/artwalk for more information.
o Annual Fall Beverly Hills Arts Show - Saturday, October 15 – Sunday, October 16, 2022. The Community Services Arts & Culture Division successfully produced the 49th Annual Fall Beverly Hills Arts Show, and it was returned back to its former pre-pandemic glory with four blocks of artists featuring a diverse roster of 230 fine artists. Of those, 77 participants were first time artists, 12 artists were from Beverly Hills, and artists came from 14 different states! Even though it rained on Saturday, we still estimated there were 30,000 attendees. Mayor Lili Bosse presented the Mayor’s Purchase Award to Beverly Hills resident Pamela Beck, and the Best in Show went to visual artist Fortune Sitole. Planning has already begun for the 50th anniversary of the Art Show on Saturday & Sunday, May 20-21, and October 21-22, 2023.

Visit www.beverlyhills.org/beverlyhilllsartshow
o Holidays at Greystone – Saturday & Sunday, December 3-4 – The holidays are being celebrated at Greystone, as our annual Holidays at Greystone returns with spectacularly festive décor that will incorporate fun experiences, multi-cultural themes and festive decorations. This special day will also feature live caroling and dancing, craft-making and storytelling, and a fantastic show in the newly restored Greystone Theatre by the beloved Bob Baker Marionette Theater performing a one-of-a-kind performance. The popular musical group, Mostly Kosher, will be leading two holiday dance parties each day incorporating klezmer music and holiday winter themed dance music. The decorative elements are designed by noted art director and interior designer Keith Kaminski, who will bring the mansion and grounds to their full holiday glory. This annual tradition at Greystone will bring families and the whole community back together again in an enhanced and memorable fashion.

Greystone is ready to usher in the holiday season in glorious Beverly Hills style! For more information visit www.beverlyhills.org/holidaysatgreystone Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

o Charitable Solicitations Commission – Jodi K. Galen, Chair o The commission met on November 9, 2022 and reviewed and issued fourteen monetary and event permits and seven financial statements for November. o The commission chair and vice chair met with council liaisons Councilmember Friedman and Nazarian to report on the commission’s 2021 annual report. The report will be submitted for the December 13, 2022 City Council meeting agenda.
o Cultural Heritage Commission
o There was no report given.
o Design Review Commission – Tony Spann, Chair
o Chair Spann reported on three upcoming vacancies for the commission with no qualified applicants. There will be a request to extend Commissioners’ terms until the vacancies are filled.
o Health & Safety Commission – Dr. Kirk Chang, Chair
o The Health & Safety Commission met on October 24, 2022. o The Commission received updates from priority agencies:
 BHUSD representative Rachelle Marcus spoke about Unity Day, MultiCultural Day at Horace Mann Elementary School, and the participation in the ShakeOut Drill where students practiced taking cover and evacuating in an event of an earthquake. A panel discussion was also held regarding the fentanyl drug.
 Beverly Hills Police Department Lieutenant Giovanni Trejo provided a presentation on safety tips for the upcoming Halloween holiday.

Discussion included safety information for parents, children and drivers.

He also spoke on safety tips regarding costumes, evening visibility, treats and the dangerous drug fentanyl.
 Beverly Hills Fire Department B-Shift Battalion Chief Michael Hand spoke on incidents and response metrics. He reported on staff training, such as Fire Ground Survival, continuing education, including the Fire Chief Officers’ participation in a Multi-Agency Command Training (which covered wildfire and active shooter simulations). The first-ever Girls’ Empowerment Camp will be held in November where participants will learn hands-on exercises, training and drills. Two members were deployed on a Rapid Extraction Module Strike Team at the Mosquito Fire in Northern California.
o A presentation was given by Kathleen Kim, Director of the Briskin|Wilder Center at the Maple Counseling Center on the topic of anger management and mental health.
o An informational presentation on the Fire Department’s pre-hospital care Pediatric Readiness Program was given by EMS Administrator Sean Stokes.

The department is in the process of implementing the first of many facets of the National Pediatric Readiness Project (NPRP). The NPRP is a multi-phase quality improvement initiative designed to ensure that emergency healthcare providers are equipped with guidelines and resources specific to the emergency care of pediatrics, including physician oversight, trained and competent staff, education, policies, equipment and supplies to provide effective care for children.

Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

o Human Relations Commission – Noelle Freeman, Chair
o Civility Month:
o The Human Relations Commission wrapped up a successful Civility Month in the City of Beverly Hills.
o Civility Month is a cornerstone event of the commission to help cultivate a community where each person is treated fairly and with mutual respect. o The commission’s inaugural Day of Giving was held October 23, 2022, at the Farmers Market.
o Four organizations including [PATH (People Assisting the Homeless), Safe Parking LA, and the Los Angeles Animal Shelter] collected essential items to support those in need.
o The annual Civility Award Winner, Les Bronte, was announced during the November 1, 2022, City Council meeting.
o Our House Grief Support Center:
o OUR HOUSE provides grief support services, education and resources through their grief support groups for children, teens and adults.
o OUR HOUSE hosts summer camps for children and teens grieving a close loss and school-based grief groups. They also train school administrators, teachers, clergy, doctors, medical students, nurses and social workers how to work with grieving children and adults. o To enroll in a group or to learn more information, community members can call 310-231-3186 or visit www.ourhouse-gried.org o Planning Commission – Myra Demeter, Chair
o The Planning Commission held three meetings since the last Mayor’s Cabinet meeting on October 10, 2022.
 The commission continued review of the hillside area single-family home project at 1510 Lexington Road which consists of a request for several R1 permits. The commission directed staff to prepare resolutions memorializing the commission’s findings with respect to the R-1 and tree removal permits and obtain independent arborists report on the condition of the trees which are requested to be removed. The project will return to the commission on December 8, 2022.
 The commission reviewed and recommended a 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. The draft ordinance is on the City Council meeting agenda for consideration on November 15, 2022.
 The commission approved a request for development plan review, density bonus, and R-4 permit for a six-story, twenty-nine unit (including 6 affordable housing units) multi-family residential building at 149-159 South Maple Drive at the meeting on October 27, 2022.
 The commission approved a request for a fourth electric vehicle dealership for INDI EV at 9665 Wilshire Boulevard at the meeting on November 13, 2022. The commission also held a study session regarding the renewal of conditional use permit to allow a dining facility at the Beverly Terrace Hotel at 469 North Doheny Drive.
o Public Works Commission – John Millan, Chair
o The commission held their last meeting on November 12, 2022. o Chair Millan reminded everyone to continue to conserve water.

Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

o The commission recommended that the City Council to join the memorandum of understanding by and among the Colorado River basin municipal and public water providers. The MOU affirms all the conservation and water efficiency programs already in place.
o The commission also discussed the banning of irrigation of non-functional turf with potable water. The commission advised staff to refine the definition of non-functional turf before implementation of any prohibition. o December 4, 2022, is the shredding and composting event at the Farmer’s Market.
o The commission has two openings for a commissioner to begin in January and another opening to begin in July.
o Recreation & Parks Commission – Amie Sherry, Chair
The following community programs and special events were announced:
o Recreation & Parks Commission Award
o The City of Beverly Hills Recreation and Parks Commission’s Award, which recognizes citizens, groups, or businesses who go above and beyond in their dedication and service to making an outstanding contribution demonstrating a commitment to the field of Recreation and Parks and improving the quality of life in Beverly Hills. Nomination submissions are accepted on the City’s website through November 30, 2022, and the Commission will announce the winner at the December meeting.
o Commission Business:
o AYSO Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Received an
update on work towards engaging youth sports organizations with an MOU to clearly establish each group’s access to City facilities, community services being provided, times of use, insurance requirements and facility use fees. After reviewing all points with the Commission, staff is moving forward to complete the MOU process with AYSO.
o Commission was surveyed to identify a variety of projects, events, and programs that the Commission and staff may pursue in the coming year. Ad Hocs have begun to meet to discuss:
a. Programs & Classes
b. Community Services events
c. Capital Improvement Projects.
o Community Programs & Special Events
o Youth Programs:
 The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) hosted a teen
Halloween event and “Haunted Walk”, as part of the 5th
annual NEXT NIGHT Street Festival on Saturday October
22nd. Admission to the event was free, and open to all
ages.
o Senior programs:
 The Beverly Hills Bridge Club has begun again at the La Cienega Tennis Center after their pandemic-hiatus. They are currently accepting beginners.

Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

 Roxbury Park Community Center and the Beverly Hills
Active Adult Club (BHAAC), hosted the annual Halloween
Dance “Spooktacular” for our local seniors and BHAAC
members on Halloween, Monday October 31st. The highly
anticipated annual event was again well attended, with
over 150 registered attendees
o Adult Programs:
 Several new drop-in classes for those aged 55 years and up, will be coming to the Roxbury Park and Community
Center.
 Art With Ms. Dyanna on Friday’s at 1:00pm
beginning November 18th,
 Social Dance with Tony on Wednesdays at 1:00pm
beginning November 23rd.
 In January, a new Beverly Hills Walking Club class
with Instructor Cynthia Harper on Tuesdays and
Thursdays at 8:00am, will begin January 10th.

Those interested or seeking additional information
can contact the Roxbury Park Community Center at
(310) 285-6840.
o Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market
 Farmers Market is preparing for the upcoming Holiday
Craft Fair and Cookie Bake Contest on December 11th
from 8:00am-1:00pm. Artisan craft vendors will be selling items for the upcoming Holiday season. A cookie bake
contest will be hosted that the community can participate in. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for the best tasting cookie and another prize for the best-looking
cookie.
 New Farmer’s Market vendors:
 Monaco Truffle Co will be selling truffles and truffle products.
 Too Good to Share is back to sell their delicious
taffy.
 Uzzi’s Cookies are now in the market selling an
assortment of delicious cookies.
o Library Programs
 Stay and Play, completed a successful session with full enrollment.
 The Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library will be discussing Radiant Fugitives by Nawaaz Ahmed for
November.
 The next storytime session will be starting on December 6,2022.
 Displays are being planned for the upcoming holiday
season as well as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

o Rent Stabilization Commission – Donna Tryfman, Chair
o The commission met on October 3, 2022.
o The commission is currently still working on amendments to the ordinance – whether to recommend them and working on pass-throughs. o Traffic & Parking Commission – Sharon Ignarro, MD, Chair o The commission met on November 3, 2022.
o The commission heard from Chris Rider, the Supervising Transportation Planner with the Los Angeles Department of Transportation who spoke on LA’s vision zero program. Vision Zero is a strategy to eliminate traffic fatalaties and severe injuries among all road users and to ensure safe, healthy, equitable mobility to all.
o The draft neighborhood Traffic Calming Program was presented to the commission to review and approve or approve with amendments. The draft consists of two main components: a toolbox of 17 traffic calming tools that residents can request for their street and policies and procedures which provides step-by-step instructions for the community to request and obtain approval for traffic calming measures on their streets. There were many members of the public that provided public comment.
o There was a presentation on current project to provide First/Last Mile connections to the future Metro D Line subway stations at Wilshire/La Cienega and Wilshire/Rodeo.
o A monthly update was given on the City’s current transportation planning studies, construction of the Metro Purple Line Extension, and follow-up information on items from previous meetings. This update included the Clifton Way – Le Doux Road Corridor mobility study. There was an outreach event conducted with the public that included walking and biking tours. Staff is currently working on the feedback given into potential design. o The commission held a liaison meeting on November 14, 2022 with Vice Mayor Gold and Councilmember Mirisch who provided feedback on the shuttle project and traffic calming toolbox.

5. Mayor’s Report
o The last City Council meeting as held on November 1, 2022. o On October 11th in the afternoon study session:
 Heard a recommendation for a Temporary Street Closure for the "EqualizeHer Now!" event on December 3, 2022. But, this event has now been postponed.
 Discussed a resolution condemning the Government of Iran of the Physical Beating and Death of Mahsa Amini by Iran's Morality Police…the resolution was formally adopted during the evening session.
 Considered a recommendation by the Sunshine Taskforce regarding Appointment of Members by City Councilmembers.  During the evening, presented a proclamation to Rachel Fine, former Executive Director of The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, for her incredible achievements and dedication to the arts.
 Recognized author Nellie Emrani in honor of her appreciation of literacy in the Beverly Hills community.
 60 Second Shout Out - Epiphany Boutique
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

o Southern California Edison returned to address dissatisfaction in service.
 Approved an ordinance establishing revocation
procedures for developments and amending
the Beverly Hills municipal code.
o On October 18th in the afternoon study session:
 Discussed a request by Councilmember Mirisch
Council to Consider Taking a Position of
Support on Proposition 1, the Right to
Reproductive Freedom Amendment, and
Proposition 31, a Referendum on the 2020 Law
that Would Prohibit the Retail Sale of Certain
Flavored Tobacco Products.
 During the evening, presented a Key to the City
to Dr. Charles Aronberg.
 60 SECOND SHOUT OUT – WrapStar
 Heard the first reading of the 2022 California
Building Code for adoption.
o At the November 1st afternoon study session, we:
 Considered an appointment recommendation
for the Human Relations Commission.
 Discussed traffic striping of Coldwater Cañon
Drive prior to the construction of the Water Main
Replacement Project.
 Received an update on the Real Time Watch
Center from Police Chief Mark Stainbrook.
 Southern California Edison returned to address
the latest power outage.
 In the evening, presented the Embrace Civility
Award to the beloved Les Bronte.
 60 SECOND SHOUT OUT – The Amanda
Foundation
 Approved the development agreement for the
new Cheval Blanc Hotel on Rodeo Drive.
o At the next City Council meeting on November 15th:
 Receive a report from the Police Department on
the Permit by Plate Transition Plan.
 Discuss street closures for the upcoming
Golden Globes Ceremony at the Beverly Hilton
on January 10th.
 In the evening, recognize Pam Kraushaar on
her appointment to the Human Relations
Commission.
 Present Nooshin Meshkaty and Camyar
Meshkaty with a proclamation for organizing the
Solidarity with the Heroic People of Iran rally on
Nov. 5.
 60 SECOND SHOUT OUT –Velverie Café and
Teahouse
Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
November 14, 2022
Meeting Highlights

 Hear second reading of the 2022 California
Building Code for adoption.
 Consider an ordinance amending regulations in
the municipal code related to the adjustment of
lot lines that would create or expand lots across
the jurisdictional boundaries of the city.
 Consider extending an interim ordinance to
provide objective standards for senate bill 9
projects in single-family residential zones.
 Review a request to continue an appeal of the
planning commissions May 26th decision
amending a development plan review
regulating rooftop uses at Spring Place.
 Consider recommendations to enhance
services to assist the unhoused in Beverly Hills.
 Southern California Edison will return to present
an update on service levels and progress being
made with capital improvement projects.
o The following events were held since the last Mayor’s Cabinet meeting:
 NEXT NIGHT street festival was held on October 22nd
– incredible turnout.
 Business with Bosse at Shake Shack, Sweetgreen,
Sant’olina, and Jon and Vinny’s
 Mahsa Amini demonstration
 For the Mayor’s Mental Wellness Series, Brianna
Wiest joined us for an inspirational morning.
 Doggy Daze
 Girls Empowerment Fire Camp
 Kicked off Team Beverly Hills
 Dr. Phil taping
 Senior Thanksgiving lunch at Roxbury
o Upcoming events:
 Holiday Lighting Celebration with David Foster and
Katharine McPhee this Thursday from 5-8 pm on
Rodeo Drive.
 Next ‘Live with Lili’ is November 22, 2022 in the
Municipal Gallery.

ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: November 14, 2022 / 5:53 PM