CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Room 280A
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
Thursday, September 7, 2023
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 7, 2023 / 9:00 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Ignarro, Chair Shalowitz Commissioners Absent: Vice Chair Schwartz
Staff Present: Martha Eros, Daren Grilley, Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Ilene Knebel
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 Kory Klem.
Public Comment: Public comment was read into the record from Amir Dar.
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 August 3, 2023
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ignarro, SECONDED by Commissioner Afra-Maghen to approve the consent calendar item as presented (4/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Ignarro, Chair Shalowitz Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 7, 2023
NOES: None.
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
2. Police Department Report
Police Sergeant Dale Drummond provided an update from the police department on impaired driving control and traffic safety. The commission discussed the traffic injury report, possible collaboration with the public on road safety design, and any possible causes for the nationwide increase in impaired driving.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Kory Klem.
3. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Congestion Pricing Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter introduced Dr. Michael Manville, Professor of Urban Planning at UCLA. He provided an overview on congestion pricing, its public health benefits, and how it can be used to reduce traffic congestion on major roads. The commission thanked Dr. Manville for his presentation and asked about which roads would be selected in a potential congestion pricing program, along with how to educate the public about the use of congestion pricing. The commission also questioned the issue of low-income drivers who might not be able to afford congestion pricing.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
4. Planning Quarterly Report
Project Manager Andre Sahakian provided an update on several major projects throughout the city and how they would affect roads and traffic. The commission asked about the housing projects listed, which Principal Planner Cindy Gordon provided answers for. The commission also asked about the lane closure on Wilshire Boulevard, which may begin within the next weeks and will continue through the end of the year.
The commission took a break at 10:12 AM.
The commission returned from break at 10:23 AM.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
5. Beverly Boulevard Bike Lanes
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided an overview of a proposal to add green colored bike lanes (5.5 feet wide) to Beverly Boulevard between North Santa Monica Boulevard and Doheny Drive as part of the city’s Complete Streets Plan, which was approved by City Council in 2021. The proposal would not remove any traffic lanes or parking spaces.
Staff is also exploring adding delineators to increase safety in the lanes. Staff is asking for feedback on the current proposed design.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 7, 2023
The commission asked about the research for options to paint the concrete along Beverly Boulevard green, the width of the concrete lanes, the speeding issues on Beverly Boulevard, how Doheny Drive is divided between West Hollywood and Los Angeles and connecting these bike lanes to the greater network. The commission expressed their concerns about the quality of the proposed bike lanes without making physical adjustments to the street.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from Mark Elliot, David Gingold, John Hoffhines, Kory Klem, and Michael Schneider.
Public Comment: Public comment was read into the record from Alex Abdi, Jessica Bielski, Larry Birroff, Alan Bronowicz, Jesse Budlong, Daniel Fink, Ezekiel Golvin, Hannah Gray, Abe Knobel, Olga Lexell, Jacklyn Ma, Frank McMullin, Riley McNair, Joselyn Perez, Adam Remba, Kerry Sempelsz, Michael Siegel, Andrea Spatz, Rich Waldow, and Matthew Wunderlich.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ignarro, SECONDED by Commissioner Geller to recommend the project to City Council (3/1).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Afra-Maghen, Ignarro
NOES: Chair Shalowitz
CARRIED
6. Overview of Traffic Signs and Signal Maintenance Team of Public Works Street Services Manager Robert Sahagun and Traffic Signal & Street Lighting Supervisor Mike Rodriguez provided an overview of the Street Services Bureau of the Public Works Department, which is responsible for the operation, preventative maintenance, and repairs of traffic signs, pavement markings, street signage, traffic signals, streetlights, bicycle racks, sidewalks, and street trees. The commission asked about the wave sensors at intersections not detecting bicyclists and thanked the bureau for their hard work.
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
7. Project Updates and Follow-Up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided updates on current projects, including new bike lanes on Doheny Drive between Gregory Way and Charleville Boulevard and the southbound bike lane on San Vicente Boulevard between Clifton Way and Wilshire Boulevard, the pilot bike lane project on Roxbury Drive, the city’s rating for bicycle friendliness from PeopleForBikes, September’s transportation safety campaign which revolves around using caution while driving in school areas, and updates on the Metro Section 1 construction.
There is a community survey regarding the Roxbury Drive Pilot Bike Lane Project at www.beverlyhills.org/completestreets. The commission asked about safe driving yard signs available for pickup at Public Works.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 7, 2023
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
The commission expressed their disapproval for the Traffic and Parking Commission Liaison rejecting the pilot program for microtransit. Staff will continue to research general opportunities for rideshare subsidy programs for the general public.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 7, 2023 / 11:37 AM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
September 14, 2023
8:00 AM
.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 14, 2023 / 8:02 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Kimura, Nehoray, Millan, Vice Chair Alpert, Chair Nystrom
Commissioners Absent: None.
Staff Present: Vince Damasse, Christine Chung, Josette Descalzo, Samer Elayyan, Daren Grilley, Michael Hensley, Ilene Knebel, Tristan Malabanan, Robert Welch
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Public Speaker: Public comment was heard from David Gingold. .
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 Public Works Commission regular meeting of May 11, 2023.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Nehoray, SECONDED by Commissioner Millan to approve the Consent Calendar item as presented (5/0).
AYES: Commissioner Kimura, Nehoray, Millan, Vice Chair Alpert, Chair Nystrom NOES: None.
CARRIED
Public Works Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 14, 2023
2. Consideration of Minutes
Consideration of Minutes of the Public Works Commission regular meeting of July 13, 2023.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Nehoray, SECONDED by Commissioner Millan to approve the Consent Calendar item as presented (5/0).
AYES: Commissioner Kimura, Nehoray, Millan, Vice Chair Alpert, Chair Nystrom NOES: None.
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Operations Reports from City Departments, Consultants and Outside Agencies MWD Director Dr. Barry Pressman gave an update on operations at the Metropolitan Water District, including sales and revenues. Sales are down due to the heavy rains of recent months.
Limits are being set for indoor and outdoor water use throughout the state making local resources very important. He also spoke about a gap analysis of water use, prepared years ago, and how data needs to be used to determine how we are going to fill the gap. The Commission asked about the impact of a possible wet winter on water sales.
Environmental Compliance and Programs Manager Josette Descalzo introduced filmmaker-chef – Co-Founder & CEO Common Table Creative Oliver English, who gave a presentation on his work promoting organic local farms and how he uses film production to spread the message about eco-friendly community farming. The Commission thanked him for his presentation and asked about ways to incentivize the community into taking up local farming.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) Update
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Program Manager Josette Descalzo gave an update on the latest form of the SSMP, which is required by the State Water Resources Control Board in order to keep sewers clean and prevent backups and overflows. Staff recommends that the Commission recommend the 2023 edition of the plan for City Council consideration. The Commission asked about the various aspects of the plan, including emergency situations, private lateral cleaning, and the budget.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Millan, SECONDED by Commissioner Nehoray to recommend the 2023 SSMP for City Council consideration (5/0).
AYES: Commissioners Kimura, Nehoray, Millan, Vice Chair Alpert, Chair Nystrom NOES: None.
CARRIED
The commission took a break at 9:42 am.
The commission returned from break at 9:52 am.
4. Performance Measures Fiscal Year 2022/23 Year-End Update Deputy Director Michael Hensley gave a presentation on the 2022–2023-year end performance measures for the Public Works Department. The Commission asked about the trash diversion rate, traffic collisions involving city vehicles, the number of sanitary sewer overflows, and how the numbers reflect the work done by the department.
Public Works Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 14, 2023
NEW BUSINESS
5. Dewatering Ordinance Update
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Programs Manager gave a presentation on the updated dewatering ordinance, which focuses on removing groundwater for beneficial use.
Staff is considering updating the ordinance by requiring beneficial use for new and substantially remodeled properties (focusing on irrigation systems only) and keeping the replenishment fee to drive beneficial use system analyses. The Commission asked about using discharge water, using dewatering to offset irrigation, and how the replenishment fee is calculated. The amended ordinance will be brought to the City Council Liaisons for further discussion prior to taking it to City Council for consderation.
6. Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) Overview
Water Resources and Operations Manager Vince Damasse gave an update on revisions made to the Lead and Copper Rule by the EPA and DDW. The update changes the definition of customer service lines, and the city is to comply by taking samples and surveying the city’s water supply before the deadline of October 16, 2024. Staff has prepared an LSL (lead service lines) identification action plan to identify and determine how best to deal with lead lines. The Commission asked about the availability of the information on LSLs to the public, whether City water meters contain lead, responsibility for replacing lead pipes on private properties, and how residents can find accredited methods of testing their own water supply in addition to the sampling done by the city.
PROJECT UPDATES & STATUS ITEMS
7. La Brea Subarea Update
Water Resources and Operations Manager Vince Damasse gave an update on the La Brea subarea. The sand pit site is still waiting on the DDW conditional level of approval to begin turning the site into a well. The landowner is considering turning the site into a car wash, which may complicate well construction plans. The Commission asked about acquiring additional property and about future possible steps.
8. Quarterly Water Treatment Plant Update (April – June 2023) Water Resources and Operations Manager Vince Damasse gave an update on the water quality of the wells that supply the city’s water treatment plant, as well as the quality of the water being pumped out of the plant. He also gave an update on the completed chemical feed system retrofit. The Commission asked about the plant operating schedule.
9. Water Efficiency Update
The Commission asked about nonfunctional turf in the city.
10. Capital Projects Update
Engineering Services Manager Samer Elayyan introduced Project Manager Christine Chung, who gave an update on the Purple Line Metro extension project. The Wilshire/La Cienega station is expected to open in late 2024, and the Wilshire/Rodeo station is expected to open in 2025. The Commission asked about steps that need to be taken by the City to be prepared for the station openings.
11. Specific Information and Department Updates
Public Works Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 14, 2023
Utilities General Manager Robert Welch noted that members of the Climate Action Adaptation Committee (CAC) will be recognized for their work by the City Council at the formal session on Tuesday, September 19.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
12. Chair’s Report
Chair Nystrom asked the community to continue conserving water as best they can.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
13. Director’s Report
Utilities General Manager Robert Welch noted that the city will be holding the NextNight street festival on September 23, a hazardous waste roundup on September 30, and a shredding event on October 15. The Urban Forest bureau will be releasing beneficial insects to deal with pests instead of using pesticides. The Commission asked for an update on the Robertson sidewalk project.
ADJOURNMENT
Date/Time: September 14, 2023 / 12:10 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 MINUTES
September 21, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Recordings of the Human Relations Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 21, 2023 / 9:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Pam Kraushaar led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair Freeman read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Kraushaar, Kaiserman, Nisim, Vice Chair Margo, Chair Freeman Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Christopher Paulson, Enisha Clark, Patty Acuna, Stephanie Harris, Matthew Brown 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.
None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda. Chair Freeman approved the Agenda as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 20, 2023.
MOTION by Nisim, SECONDED by Kaiserman to approve the Meeting Minutes of June 15, 2023 as presented. (5/0)
AYES: Commissioners Kraushaar, Kaiserman, Nisim, Vice Chair Margo, Chair Freeman NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
September 21, 2023
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Department
Lieutenant Evans provided an update:
- Reviewed the statistics for the months of July & August, 2023 - Provided an update on the mental health evaluation team (MHET). A Los Angeles County clinician has joined the team with an additional one joining October 16, 2023. - Their Explorer Program is open for youths and offers career enhancing hands on experience. - The Police Department will have a booth at the City’s Next Night event being held on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 4pm – 9pm.
- Wednesday, September 27, 2023 is the Beverly Hills Police Gala being held at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills.
- Wednesday, October 4, 2023, is the next Coffee with the Cops gathering being held at the Starbucks on South Beverly Drive between 8am – 10am.
- The Beverly Hills Police and Fire joined West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station, LA County Fire, LA City Fire, Los Angeles Police in thanking the first responders of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center whose tireless work continues to keep the community safe. This will continue to be a monthly event.
Beverly Hills School District
Beverly Hills Board of Education member, Dr. Amanda Stern, provided an update on the following:
- The Beverly Hills Unified high school team were instructed on the signs of depression. - The BHUSD Board was treated to a tour of El Rodeo Elementary School since the school has been offline due to construction. Staff felt it was stunning as original features were kept. - The District is involved in the Not Today Cancer run to support pediatric Cancer. The annual 5k run is being held on October 15, 2023 and will tour the streets of Beverly Hills.
STATUS REPORTS
2. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program
Ambassador Manager Jonathon Hunter will provide a monthly update and introduce Ambassador Debra Harris who is being recognized for Above & Beyond job performance. - Jonathon Hunter, Ambassador Manager, provided the monthly highlights of referrals to the Outreach Team.
- Ambassador Debra Harris, who is celebrating her one-year anniversary with the Ambassador Program, was presented with the Human Relations Commission’s Above & Beyond Award for her outstanding job performance.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. Embrace Civility Month & Award
Enisha Clark, Human Services Outreach Manager, reviewed the process in nominating and selecting the Embrace Civility Award winner. The criteria to nominate a group or individual in the Community in any or all of the following:
- Acts as a role model of positive behavior
- Takes a stand in support of respect and responsible actions - Promotes positive neighbor to neighbor relations
The Commissioners proceed to relay their top three choices. A tally was created with a 1st and 2nd place selected.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
September 21, 2023
The vote was tallied with the following agreed up conclusion:
- First Place is Nominee #1
- Second Place is Nominee #21
- Third Place is Nominee #15
- The 2023 Embrace Civility Award winner will be announced and presented at the October 17, 2023 City Council meeting.
4. Beverly Hills Reads! – Event Recap
Christopher Paulson, Human Services Administrator, provided an update on the successful Beverly Hills Reads! event that was held on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at City Hall which included the survey results.
5. Mental Health Awareness
a. Day of Wellness – Event Recap
- Enisha Clark, Human Services Outreach Manager, reviewed the Commission’s successful first Day of Wellness event that was held on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Roxbury Park and Community Center.
- The Community Survey with Feedback was reviewed for future events. - The sessions that Beverly Hills Cable-TV recorded will be airing on Beverly Hills Television. The schedule can be located online.
b. Chair’s Mental Health Challenge
- Chair Freeman commented on the questions she was asked about their Day of Wellness and the Senior Health Fair.
- Chair Freeman additionally wanted to comment on what mental health is as our physical benchmarks are discussed but not our mental ones. The two factors that play a role in our mental health are Agency & Gratitude and identifying them.
6. Anti-Hate Initiative
Commissioner Nisim provided a short update.
- The ad hoc has completed their research and discovery phase. - Commissioners attended the Commission Meeting for the California State Commission on Hate.
- The State’s Commission has created California vs. Hate as an online resource to encourage people to report hate crimes either online or via a hotline: 1-833-8NO-HATE. - The ad hoc will additionally be addressing the increase in hate crimes during election years, which will be coming up in 2024, and how they affect mental health - November 12–18, 2023 is United Against Hate Week. The ad hoc will be returning to the October Commission meeting with some ideas for that November week.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
7. Administrator’s Report
a) National Night Out Recap
- Staff reviewed National Night and shared photos of the Commission at their booth. b) Community Services Events:
- The Great Outdoors At Greystone, Saturday September 23, 2023, 11am – 4pm Greystone Mansion & Gardens
c) Community Services Event Calendar
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
September 21, 2023
- Reviewed.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
8. Chair Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Reviewed
- National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans. b) 2023 Commission Work Plan – Revised
c) Ad Hoc Committees
d) Review Commission Meeting dates
e) Good and Welfare. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
9. Kindness Matters
- Chair Freeman acknowledged and honored Vice Chair Erica Felsenthal from the Health & Safety Commission for her kindness in addition to her generosity.
ADJOURNMENT
September 21, 2023 at 10:25 a.m.
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
September 28, 2023
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 28, 2023 / 1:31 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Masa Alkire, Cindy Gordon, Chloe Chen, Judy Gutierrez, Minjee Hahm, Karen Myron, David Snow
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 and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as amended, taking item #4, the General Plan Amendment and Draft Ordinance pertaining to certain Mixed Use Overlay Zone Regulations, ahead of item #2, 151-155 San Vicente Boulevard.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of September 14, 2023.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 28, 2023
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by Vice Chair Kaplan to adopt the minutes as presented (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Ostroff
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
Taken Out of Order
4. A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND DRAFT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY
HILLS AMENDING THE MIXED USE OVERLAY ZONE REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO
RESIDENTIAL CONVERSION OF EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS TO MIXED USE
BUILDINGS AND AN ADDENDUM TO A NEGATIVE DECLARATION (ND) FOR THE
MIXED USE OVERLAY ZONE AMENDMENTS
A General Plan Amendment and draft ordinance of the City of Beverly Hills to amend the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to change the maximum density calculation applicable to residential conversion (adaptive reuse) projects in the Mixed Use Overlay Zone.
Project Planner: Chloe Chen, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: Murray Fischer, Arnold Rosenstein, Richard Shamoolian – The Beverly Hills Initiative for Research & Development, Thomas White – Municipal League of Beverly Hills, Darian Bojeaux
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by Vice Chair Kaplan to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross
NOES: None
CARRIED
Return to Order
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 28, 2023
2. 151-155 SAN VICENTE BOULEVARD (SOLLIS HEALTH)
Extended Hours Permit (PL2200567)
Request for an Extended Hours Permit to allow an existing medical use located within a commercial-residential transition area, to authorize medical office and urgent care services during extended hours. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Minjee Hahm, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Sollis Health
Project Representative: Dr. Scott Braunstein, Medical Director Dana Sayles, Three6ixty
Public Input: Robert Shapiro, Alissa Roston, Wendy Goldberg, Mitra Y.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Commissioner Demeter to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross
NOES: None
CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 3:17 PM
The Commission reconvened at 3:28 PM
Vice Chair Kaplan advised that she has a leasehold interest at 9350 Wilshire Boulevard, across the street from the Sixty Hotel. She has determined that the requested entitlements will not impact her in any of the following areas: change in the termination date of the lease; increase or decrease in the potential rental value of the property; change to the actual or legally allowable use of the property; or impact to her use and enjoyment of the property. She remains open-minded on the matter, and will participate in the discussion thereof.
3. 9360 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD (SIXTY HOTEL)
Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit (PL2200388)
Request for a Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit to reauthorize operation of hotel rooftop facilities and to reauthorize operation of the rooftop space during extended hours in a commercial-residential transition area. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Judy Gutierrez, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: Beverly Pavilion Associates, LLC, LLJM Beverly LLC Project Representative: Derrick Ontiveros
Jason Pomeranc, Diego Fabian Heredia
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 28, 2023
Public Input: Anonymous
Commissioner Demeter left the meeting at 4:14 PM
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Vice Chair Kaplan to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Demeter
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Chair Ross advised Commissioners that the annual holiday party is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, December 14.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• City Planner Updates
o City Planner Masa Alkire advised the Commission of the following:
▪ At its meeting on Tuesday, October 3, the City Council will separately consider draft ordinances regarding non-storefront retail delivery cannabis, and proposed changes to automated parking facilities, both as recommended by the Planning Commission.
▪ Also at its meeting on Tuesday, October 3, the City Council will consider the recommendation of the Cultural Heritage Commission to designate the Church of the Good Shepherd as a Local Landmark.
5. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
6. 2023 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 28, 2023 / 5:31 PM