MAYOR’S CABINET MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
May 8, 2023
5:00 PM
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MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/ Time: Monday, May 8, 2023 / 5:00 PM
1. Welcome
2. Public Comment
a. Members of the public will be given the opportunity to directly address the Committee on any item listed on the agenda through email at [email protected].
No public comment.
3. Report from Commission Chairperson
a. Public Works Commission – Chuck Alpert, Chair
Report
• Recommended an ordinance to regulate polystyrene.
• Recommended an ordinance for dewatering and removal of groundwater at residential locations.
• In April, hosted Earth Day.
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2 • In May, will host Public Works Day.
• Commission urges all to conserve water and place organic waste in green bins and close the bins to prevent rodents.
b. Planning Commission – Myra Demeter, Chair
Report
• At April 13th meeting, Commission reviewed plans for a 5-story project at 332 S Doheny – item continued to June.
• Approved open air dining permit for Parakeet Café.
• Spring Place rooftop uses – discussion continued to June. • Commission will receive legislative update from City Staff in May. • Will review tree removal permit 507 Foothill Rd.
• City Clerk Office is accepting applicationsfor upcoming Commission vacancies. c. Human Relations Commission – Noelle Freeman, Chair
Report
• Community Assistance grant fund allocations to be presented to City Council. • Homeless Outreach Assistance line is 310-285-2468
• ‘Above and Beyond’ Award presented to BH Ambassador Caleb Edwards for his outstanding job performance.
• Critical Conversations series will highlight Jewish Heritage Month. • May is mental wellness month – Mindfulness Mondays on BHTV at 6 pm • Day of Wellness at Roxbury Park being planned for later this year. • Book Review planned for late summer.
d. Health & Safety Commission – Lee Hilborne, Chair
Report
• Recognized Police and Fire Departments for their service. • Received a presentation from the Fire department on the Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Recognized melanoma/skin cancer awareness month.
• Evacuation boxes being installed by Fire Department in high-risk areas. • Will continue focus on mental wellness in collaboration with Human Relations Commission.
e. Design Review Commission – Tony Spann, Chair
Report
• Reviewed request for a new residence at 723 N Bedford – approved with conditions.
• Request for new two-story home with combination of architectural styles at 503 N Elm – architects will return in June.
3 f. Charitable Solicitations Commission – Kathy Melamed, Chair Report
• At April meeting, reviewed and approved 17 permits and reviewed 21 financial statements.
• Received update on Community Assistance Grant Funding. • Discussed ways to recognize non-profit organizations. g. Arts and Culture Commission – Maralee Beck, Vice Chair Report
• 29th Annual Music in the Mansion Festival in April.
• MADE in Beverly Hills 4-day festival was a great success. • Hosting several events in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month. • 50th Anniversary Beverly Hills Art Show took place in May. • Beverly Hills Pride Celebration on June 1 (Concerts on Cañon). h. Architectural Commission – Jennifer Schreiber, Chair Report
• 149/159 S Maple Drive multi-family residential reconsidered. • 9536 Brighton Way – updated lifestyle graphics for construction barricade. • 328 N Rodeo Drive – updated lifestyle graphics for construction barricade. • 461 N Rodeo Drive modifications to previously approved project. • 413 N Rodeo in Rodeo Collection - façade modification request. • 9300 Wilshire Blvd – monument sign request for Wilshire Blvd. • 9200 Olympic Blvd – façade modification request.
• Restaurant subcommittee requests from 447 N Beverly Drive (Pop’s Bagels) 206 S Beverly Drive (Parakeet Café).
i. Traffic & Parking Commission – Ron Shalowitz, Chair
Report
• Received presentation from METRO and discussed exploring options for the bike share program to return.
• Received presentation on City’s new bike valet program. • May is National Bike Month – bike valet will be at the Art Show. • Clifton/Le Doux demonstration recently held/online survey available for additional input.
j. Recreation & Parks Commission – Myra B. Lurie, Chair Report
• BHUSD Board Members provided the Commission with recaps of recent noteworthy BHUSD school events, achievements, and upcoming events. • City staff presented the Commission with an overview of the Community Services Showcase and overview of pickleball pilot program. • Welcomed two teams from AYSO – received recognition as western state champions.
4 • Registration is open for youth programs and various summer activities. • Active Adult Prom to be held in May.
• Jewish Heritage Month events (movie screenings were held). • Friends of Library Book Sale in May.
• Participating in Wellness event planned for September. • Considering a needs assessment regarding park space and program offerings. k. Rent Stabilization Commission – Lou Milkowski, Chair • Motions regarding pass-through costs - will bring to Council for consideration. l. Cultural Heritage Commission –, Chair
No Report
5. Mayor’s Report
• Mayor Gold discussed: ribbon cutting for new water well; the recent Rugula contest; commission vacancies; importance of Community Assistant Grant process; mental wellness services being considered statewide; MADE Beverly Hills; upcoming City budget discussions; Cheval Blanc referendum; Electrical Resilience Committee recruitment; long-term financial planning; and the People Helping People initiative.
6. Questions and Discussion
7. Adjournment 6:05 PM