CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
January 4, 2023
6:00 PM
Recordings of the Rent Stabilization Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 4, 2023 / 6:02 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Baseman, Bronte, Gurman, Lindsey-Cerqueira, Miller, Vice Chair Maden, Chair Milkowski
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Tryfman
Staff Present: Timothea Tway, 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: Adam Asherson, Cheryl Feldman
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 December 7, 2022.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Bronte, SECONDED by Commissioner Lindsey-Cerqueira to adopt the minutes as presented (6-0).
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Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 4, 2023
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Gurman, Miller, Lindsey-Cerqueira, Bronte, Vice Chair Maden, Chair Milkowski
NOES: None
CARRIED
2. RESOLUTION OF THE RENT STABILIZATION 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 Rent Stabilization 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 Bronte, SECONDED by Commissioner Baseman to adopt the resolution as presented (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Bronte, Lindsey-Cerqueira, Gurman, Vice Chair Maden, Chair Milkowski
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. 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 December 7, 2022 Rent Stabilization Commission regular meeting.
Staff Presenter: Helen Morales, DPA, Deputy Director of Rent Stabilization Public Input: Linda Carolei, Max Sherman – Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles, Mark Elliot, Cheryl Feldman
The Commission received the staff report and public comment, and continued its conversation regarding potential recommended changes regarding surcharges.
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 4, 2023
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Baseman, SECONDED by Chair Milkowski to recommend to the City Council to modify the Rent Stabilization Ordinance by adding to Section 4-5-305 of Chapter 5 and also adding to Chapter 6, a provision that allows a landlord to pass through to the tenant of an apartment unit 50% of the cost of seismic retrofits mandated by law, for work commencing pursuant to the law enacted in 2018, allocated among all of the dwelling units of the building in proportion to their size determined in square feet, and annualized in accordance with the straight-line depreciation schedules allowed under Federal income tax laws, and charged at no more than 2% of each tenant’s then-current rent at the time the pass-through is approved by the City (4-2).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Gurman, Vice Chair Maden, Chair Milkowski
NOES: Commissioners Bronte, Lindsey-Cerqueira
CARRIED
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Lindsey-Cerqueira, SECONDED by Commissioner Bronte to recommend to the City Council to leave the capital expenditure surcharge provision in Chapter 5 of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance as is and to not modify Chapter 6 of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance to extend the capital expenditure surcharge provision of Chapter 5 to Chapter 6 (4-2).
AYES: Commissioners Bronte, Gurman, Lindsey-Cerqueira, Chair Milkowski
NOES: Commissioner Baseman, Vice Chair Maden
CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 7:33 PM
The Commission reconvened at 7:46 PM
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Gurman, SECONDED by Commissioner Baseman to recommend to the City Council to leave the additional tenant surcharge provision in Chapter 5 of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance as is and to modify Chapter 6 of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance to extend the additional tenant surcharge provision of Chapter 5 to Chapter 6 (4-2).
AYES: Commissioners Baseman, Gurman, Vice Chair Maden, Chair Milkowski
NOES: Commissioners Bronte, Lindsey-Cerqueira
CARRIED
The remaining elements of discussion will be continued to the next meeting.
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 4, 2023
NEW BUSINESS
None
PROJECT UPDATES
4. Rent Stabilization Division Monthly Staff Report for November 2022 Staff seeks to inform the Rent Stabilization Commission on the Rent Stabilization Division’s monthly activity.
• Report received and filed.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Commissioner Bronte thanked Chair Milkowski for his leadership and wished everyone happy holidays.
• Commissioner Lindsey-Cerqueira wished everyone a Happy New Year and was grateful to have everyone working together.
• Commissioner Miller expressed concern regarding the late hour at which the matter on allowable rent increases came before the City Council in 2022. She stated that the City Council should have saved the discussion for another meeting to allow for better communications from the public. She would like for the Commission to make a statement about this issue. • Chair Milkowski thanked the Commission for their collaborative work and wished everyone a happy and healthy new year.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Director of Community Development Timothea Tway informed the Commission of the following:
o At its meeting on January 3, the City Council conducted the first reading of a proposed ordinance amending both Chapter 5 and Chapter 6, which removes Major Remodeling as an allowable ground for eviction, as recommended by the Rent Stabilization Commission.
o Per the request of Councilmember Mirisch, the City Council conducted a Study Session discussion at its December 13 meeting, regarding protections for tenants facing eviction due to potential new construction. The City Council requested that the Commission look at existing protections for tenants and see if anything should be changed relative to those protections. As such, the Commission will take a small hiatus from the pass through discussion and move forward with the City Council’s request.
5. 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Received and filed.
Rent Stabilization Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 4, 2023
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 4, 2022 / 8:53 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
62-208 Kamahoi Place
Kamuela, HI 96743
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
January 5, 2023
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Design Review Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 5, 2023 / 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.
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 5, 2023
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Design Review Commission regular meeting of December 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
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: MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by
Commissioner Bernstein to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. 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. Continued from the September 1, 2022 Design Review Commission regular meeting.
Project Planner: Jason Caraveo, Assistant Planner
Project Applicant: David Parnes (513 N Sierra, LLC) Property Owner Project Representative: Pouya Payan, Labyrinth Design Studio, Inc.
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Bernstein, SECONDED by Vice Chair Smooke to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Peck, Pressman, Bernstein, Vice Chair Smooke, Chair Spann
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 5, 2023
NOES: None
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
None
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Chair Spann reminded interested parties that the deadline to apply for a position on the Design Review Commission is Friday, January 13.
• 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:
• Meetings of the Cultural Heritage Commission and the Architectural Commission are scheduled to take place, respectively, next week and the following week. • Revised plans have not yet been received for the project at 618 North Elm Drive, hence its removal from the agenda. When the project is ready to return to the Commission, public notice will be re-issued.
• The project at 211 North Oakhurst Drive will also have notice re-issued when it is ready to be presented to the Commission.
• Staff will provide a report on Track 1 (staff-level) approvals at the next meeting. • The City Council recently approved an agreement for the preparation of a historic resources survey of multi-family properties in the City.
4. 2023 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 5, 2023 / 2:15 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
January 5, 2023
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 5, 2023 / 9:01 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen (arrived at 9:49 AM), Ignarro, Vice Chair Schwartz, Chair Shalowitz
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Sergeant Dale Drummond, Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, Ilene Knebel, 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 Speaker: Public comment was heard from Ellen Carmona.
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 December 1, 2022.
2. A 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 Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 5, 2023
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 Ignarro, SECONDED by Vice Chair Schwartz to approve the consent calendar items as presented (4/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Ignarro, Vice Chair Schwartz, Chair Shalowitz
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
3. Police Department Report
Sergeant Dale Drummond reviewed highlights from the end of last year for traffic enforcement and upcoming events involving road closures. Sergeant David Tomlin reviewed the new preferential permit parking program rollout. The Commission inquired about the application process and traffic notifications.
4. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Laguna Beach Transit Programs Transportation Planner Martha Eros introduced Michael Litschi, Director of Transit & Community Services for the City of Laguna Beach. Michael reviewed Laguna Beach’s transit systems with a focus on the “Laguna Local” microtransit program. The Commission asked about community survey outreach efforts, microtransit bookings, and senior programs.
5. Traffic Engineering Quarterly Report
Senior Transportation Engineer Kevin Riley reviewed updates on traffic engineering activities from the last quarter of 2022, including crosswalk improvements, signal upgrades, and speed humps. The Commission asked about the proposed location of the South Beverly Drive crosswalk, the completion of the Robertson/Chalmers Crosswalk and projected speed hump sites.
The commission took a break at 10:20 AM.
The commission returned from break at 10:30 AM.
NEW BUSINESS
6. Beverly Hills Transit Feasibility Study/Pilot Project Development Update Transportation Planner Martha Eros reviewed recommendations from the transit feasibility study, including proposed transit circulator routes with stops and cost analysis. She also reviewed next steps for the program. The Commission asked about the proposed number of vehicles for the microtransit program, costs and payment options, and electric vehicles.
There was also a discussion regarding how to encourage Beverly Hills residents to use the program and the purpose of the microtransit program.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Steven Mayer, Peter Ostroff and Wendy Nystrom.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 5, 2023
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
7. Project Updates and Follow-Up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter reviewed project updates, including the 2023 safety campaign, bike repair stands, new bike racks, and a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) Honorable Mention Award for bike friendliness.
Vice Chair Schwartz left the meeting at 11:39 AM.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Ignarro asked if a temporary protected lane could be placed on Santa Monica to compare bicycle rider user with versus without a protected lane. Commissioner Geller asked if the left turn lane onto Robertson Blvd from Gregory Way could be given clearer signals on whether it is the pedestrian’s turn to cross the intersection or the vehicle’s turn to proceed left in order to prevent accidents.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 5, 2023 / 11:46 AM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Room 280A
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
10:00am
Recordings of the Arts and Culture Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 10, 2023 / 10:04 am
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Frank led the Pledge of Allegiance
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Filipovic read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Pamela Beck, Gordy Bristol, Frank, Vice Chair Maralee Beck, Chair Filipovic
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Patty Acuña, Ben Johnson, Aida Thau, Paul Paolone, Adrine Ovasapyan, Corrina Lesser
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. Chair Filipovic approved the agenda as presented.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 10, 2023
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of minutes from the Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting of December 13, 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 as presented: MOVED by Commissioner Frank, SECONDED by Maralee Beck. (5/0)
AYES: Commissioners Pamela Beck, Gordy Bristol, Frank, Vice Chair Maralee Beck and Chair Filipovic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
PRESENTATIONS
3. Martin Luther King Holiday, January 16, 2023.
Commissioner Karla Gordy Bristol recognized the upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on January 16, 2023 by speaking on the background and history of Dr. King from The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Non-Violent Social Change at www.thekingcenter.org
- The annual King Holiday Observance is a time our nation celebrates, commemorates, and honors the life, legacy and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legislation for the holiday was first introduced four days after Dr. King’s assignation in 1968. His wife, Coretta Scott King is quoted as saying, “The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America.” He was a man of peace.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 10, 2023
4. MADE in Beverly Hills.
Staff from Modernism Week in Palm Springs, Evelyn Yardley, Tours Coordinator, along with Davy Aker, Director of E-Commerce, presented information to the Commission on MADE in Beverly Hills.
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
5. Financial Update
a) Fine Art Fund Update Report
Paul Paolone, Senior Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on the status of the Fine Art Fund as of December 31, 2022 which is the halfway point of the fiscal year of 22/23.
- A payment was made to the Kusama refabrication process. - Three more in-lieu payments were received for December 2022 for a total of $25,650.
- A mid-year financial update stands at a positive healthy point. b) Fine Art Obligation
- 9000 Wilshire Boulevard
Aida Thau, Arts & Culture Program Associate, informed the Commission that the project is moving into the installation and inspection phase.
6. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
PROJECT UPDATES
1. Arts and Culture Commission Updates
o Mayor’s Purchase Award
The installation of the 2022 Mayor’s Purchase Award has been installed in City Hall. The piece was created by the Arts & Culture Commissioner Pamela Beck and titled Limitless.
o Kusama
Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Supervisor, reported to the Commission that Kusama is in the final stages which includes stainless steel painting and finishing. A site visit is being scheduled for approval of metal fabrication. o Judy Chicago
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 10, 2023
Aida Thau, Arts & Culture Program Associate, informed the Commission that Judy Chicago has been rescheduled to the February 7, 2023 City Council Study Session.
o Beverly Hills is Life by Mr. Brainwash
Unfortunately, Beverly Hill is Life was vandalized and needs repair.
Protection of this art piece was discussed and suggestions will be reviewed and presented at the next Commission meeting.
• Community Services’ Updates
o Arts and Culture Division Programs and Events
Ben Johnson, Recreation Services Manager, informed the Commission that the first Art Walk of 2023 was January 8.
- Staff thanked both the docents and the Beverly Hills Historical Society for donating their time to the successful first year of Art Walks. - The 50th Anniversary of the Beverly Hills Art Show with be celebrated at both the Spring and Fall shows. The application process for artists to submit is open and available online at: www.beverlyhills.org/artshow • Director’s Report
• Information only items
• Event Calendar
- Reviewed
7. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Chair’s Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights
- Chair Filipovic provided a short update on the January Mayor’s Cabinet meeting.
b) Ad Hoc Committees
- 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, Davis, Ovasapyan, Thau)
- Commission Frank provided an update on Festival Beverly Hills. The event is scheduled for Sunday, March 12, 2023.
c) Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities.
- Chair Filipovic requested placing the Commission’s involvement in the upcoming Art Shows on next month’s agenda. After discussion, it was agreed that staff would return with a report for the February Commission meeting.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 10, 2023
d) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings: Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 10, 2023 / 11:39 am
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
January 12, 2023
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 12, 2023 / 1:32 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Wolfe, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Kaplan
Staff Present: Timothea Tway, Masa Alkire, Cindy Gordon, Reina Kapadia, Karen Myron, David Snow, Lieutenant Jesse Perez, Sergeant Jeffrey Newman, Alvin Cuna
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 December 8, 2022.
2. RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING 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
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 12, 2023
Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Planning 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 Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Wolfe to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Kaplan
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
None
STUDY SESSION
3. WALL, FENCE, AND HEDGE HEIGHT IN SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONES STUDY
SESSION
Per the direction of the City Council, a study session to discuss the regulations pertaining to the allowed height of walls, fences, and hedges in the front, side, and street-side yards in single-family residential areas of the city.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Reina Kapadia, AICP, Associate Planner Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: Shahram Melamed – Trousdale Estates Neighborhood Association, Elena Nahouray, Murray Fischer, Jack Nourafshan, Paul & Debbie Supnik, Sandra Baron, Pablo Nankin, Frieda Berlin, Karen Platt, Tony Spann, Ron Emrani, Richard Shamooilian, Jasmine Yadegar The Commission received the staff report, public input, and information provided by the City’s Fire and Police Departments. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission to decline further consideration of potential changes to wall, fence, and hedge height, with the exception of regulations regarding camera poles.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Vice Chair Ross to direct staff to review appropriate heights for camera poles, and, Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 12, 2023
if appropriate, return to the Planning Commission with a proposed ordinance addressing any suggested changes to such regulations in residential areas of the City (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Ostroff, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Kaplan
CARRIED
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• City Planner Updates
o Director of Community Development Timothea Tway welcomed new City Planner Masa Alkire, and provided the following updates:
▪ The deadline for applications for a position on the Design Review Commission is Friday, January 13 at 5:00 PM.
▪ In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, City Hall will be closed and construction is prohibited on Monday, January 16.
▪ Newly-filed/notable project updates and applications include:
• An application has been received for a request to allow an existing medical use located at 151-155 San Vicente Boulevard to operate during extended hours.
• An application has been received for a CUP to establish an automobile dealership at 9030 Wilshire Boulevard.
• An application has been received for a Director-level review for a Minor Accommodation to replace legally nonconforming paving within a front yard setback at 361 South Almont Drive
4. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
5. Building Permit Report – December
o Received and filed
6. 2023 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 12, 2023 / 3:35 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
January 18, 2023
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 18, 2023 / 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 December 21, 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
January 18, 2023
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 Chair Schreiber, SECONDED by Commissioner Pynoos 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 he has a financial interest in real properties less than 500 feet from the project at 431 North Rodeo Drive, but because those interests face different streets, he does not believe there will be a material impact. Additionally, he has a financial interest in other real properties located more than 500 feet but less than 1,000 feet from the project site, and has considered whether the proposed project would change the 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 of the real property in which he has a financial interest. Based on the nature of the proposed project, he finds that it would not change any of the previously stated factors, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matter.
3. 431 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
BULGARI (PL2300007)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Sign Accommodation to allow multiple Business Identification Signs including a Business Identification sign facing private property.
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: Bulgari Corporation of America
Project Representative: Ashok Vanmali, Chris McFaul – Gruen Associates Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, SECONDED by Chair Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 18, 2023
AYES: Commissioners Pynoos, Meyer, Matson, Vice Chair Devlin, Chair Schreiber
NOES: None
CARRIED
4. 418 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
BALENCIAGA (PL2300009)
Request for approval for an architectural review for façade modifications, a Building Identification Sign, a Business Identification Sign, 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.
Staff advised that, at the applicant’s request, this item will be continued to the next meeting.
STUDY SESSION
No Items
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Chair Schreiber provided an update from the Mayor’s Cabinet meeting. Meeting video is available online.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Urban Designer Updates
o On behalf of staff, Urban Designer Mark Odell wished the Commission a Happy New Year, and advised that project applications are already coming in for the next meeting.
5. 2023 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 18, 2023 / 1:48 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
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
10:00 a.m.
Recordings of the Recreation and Parks Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 24, 2023 / 10:01 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Deborah Termeie led the Pledge of Allegiance SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSIONER: Deborah Termeie
Huma Ahmed, City Clerk, swore in new Commissioner Deborah Termeie
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Lurie read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Termeie, Sherry, Vice Chair Mishler, Chair Lurie Commissioners Absent: Javor
Staff Present: Matthew Brown, Stephanie Harris, Lisa Castaneda, Lisa Crespo and Linda Kyriazi
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Alissa Roston spoke to the Commission about an item not on the Agenda.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda. Chair Lurie informed the Commission that Tab 5 would be tabled and included in the February 2023 Commission Meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting from 12/20/2022.
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 24, 2023
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.
MOTION by Termeie, SECONDED by Mishler to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. (4/0)
AYES: Termeie, Sherry, Vice Chair Mishler, Chair Lurie
NOES: None
ABSENT: Javor
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
3. Upcoming Youth Events
Norma Mower, Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update.
Lisa Crespo, Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on upcoming youth events that are returning after a long hiatus due to the pandemic. - Staff are excited to bring back community favorites to the youth of Beverly Hills which will include Mother/Son and Father/Daughter Dances held at Greystone Mansion. - Parker Anderson Enrichment is the New Youth Classes Vendor and classes include:
Lego Masters, Culinary Arts, Anime & Cartooning Art, Recycle Art and Weird & Wacky Science.
4. Early Education Programs
Norma Mower, Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update.
Lisa Crespo, Recreation Supervisor, updated the Commission on new programs being promoted in the current winter brochure. Due to the pandemic, several contract instructors retired and left the department without programming for our youngest children and parents.
- Transitional Twos Program began in 2022. A caregiver and me program helping 2- year-old transition into a classroom or preschool setting while learning, engaging and socializing. Other classes include music, science and cooking.
5. Roxbury Variety Show Update
Gloria Dimas, Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update Tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 24, 2023
None
STATUS REPORTS
6. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
PROJECT UPDATES
• Program updates
Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, informed the Commission that the annual Valentine’s Day Dance has returned. The dance is in partnership with the Beverly Hills Active Adult Club (BHAAC) along with the Beverly Hills Police Officers Benevolent Association. The Dance is on Monday, February 13, 2023 from 1pm – 3pm at Roxbury Community Center.
• Recreation & Parks Commission Priorities
• Mayor’s Initiatives
- Business with Bosse:
- Thursday, January 26, 2023, 11:30am – 12:30pm, Mr. Brainwash Art Museum, 465 N.
Beverly Drive
- Wednesday, February 8, 2023, 5pm – 6:30pm, L’Restaurant at “L’Emitage Beverly Hills, - 9291 Burton Way
- Monday, February 27, 2023, 5pm – 6:30pm, Hideaway Beverly Hills, 421 N. Rodeo - Live with Lili:
- Monday, February 13, 2023, 7pm – 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery - Tuesday, March 14, 2023, Youth Live With Lili, 7pm – 8pm, City Hall Municipal Gallery - If you cannot attend in-person, Live with Lili can be watched at beverlyhills.org/live - Art Walks
Sunday, February 5, 2023, 11am, Beverly Gardens Park Lily Pond • Community Services Events Calendar
- January 29, 2023, Mayor’s Youth Mental Wellness Event w/the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) being held on the Crescent side of City Hall - February 22, 2023, 1:30pm, Recognition of Senior Knitters at Roxbury Community Center
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
7. Chair Report
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Meeting Minutes
b. Ad Hoc Committees
- Chair Lurie reviewed and reassigned the Commission’s ad hocs with the departure of Commissioner Roston and new Commissioner Termeie. 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 Lurie congratulated prior Commissioner Alissa Roston on having another grandchild in addition to wishing everyone both a Happy New Year and Lunar New Year.
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 24, 2023
PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH’S AGENDA
- Commissioner Termeie asked staff about the Commission’s and Community Services’ social media pages. The Commission and staff discussed placement of event photos that the Commissioners would capture and submit.
- Commissioner Sherry suggested that the Commissioners post their own photos of City events on Instagram as they all have followers but to additionally tag the City’s handles such as Community Life BH.
- Stephanie Harris, Interim Director of Community Services, informed the Commission to send photos they take to staff and will advise at the next meeting the best email to send them to. - Commissioner Termeie suggested several workshops for students. Staff will review the suggestions and update the Commission next month.
NEXT MEETING: February 28, 2023
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 24, 2023 / 10:55 a.m.