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
December 14, 2023
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: December 14, 2023 / 1:34 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, Edgar Arroyo, Alexandria Smille, 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: Randy Simon
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 November 9, 2023.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wolfe to adopt the minutes as presented (4-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Chair Ross Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
December 14, 2023
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Vice Chair Kaplan
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. 9882 SOUTH SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD
Conditional Use Permit (PL2300002)
A request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow an addition to an existing hotel. 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.
Continued from the October 26, 2023 Planning Commission regular meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, and Chair Ross all disclosed conducting separate site visits and speaking with members of the applicant team; Commissioners Wolfe and Demeter disclosed conducting a concurrent site visit and speaking with members of the applicant team; all five Commissioners advised they remain open-minded on the project.
Project Planner: Alexandria Smille, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: The Belvedere Hotel Partnership
Project Representatives: Michael Tenner, Offer Nissenbaum, Victor De a Cruz Public Input: Benjamin Hanelin – Latham & Watkins on behalf of Impact Real Estate Group, LLC
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
3. 9291 BURTON WAY (L’ERMITAGE HOTEL
Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit Renewal and Amendment and Zone Text Amendment (PL2300008) Request for renewal of a Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit to allow for the continued operation of the L’Ermitage Hotel restaurant with outdoor dining and the hotel’s rooftop uses with extended hours at the property located at 9291 Burton Way and amendments to the existing conditions of approval; a Zone Text Amendment to allow for expansion of restaurant bar and dining floor area to facilitate expansion of additional dining area within an existing ground floor restaurant and a new restaurant located on the rooftop of the hotel with rooftop outdoor dining and bar area.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
December 14, 2023
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. Continued from the October 26, 2023 Planning Commission regular meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ostroff disclosed having a recent conversation with members of the applicant team and advised he remains open minded on the matter. Chair Ross disclosed having a conversation this morning with Gaby Alexander, and advised he remains open minded on the matter. Commissioner Demeter disclosed having a conversation with hotel General Manager Scott Berger, and advised she remains open minded on the matter.
Project Planner: Edgar Arroyo, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: LBVH Hotel LLC
Project Representatives: Spencer B. Kallick, Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP, Scott Berger, Gaby Reims Alexander
Public Input: Kelli Schatz, Bobbe Joy Dawson, Daniel Batista, Steve Mayer, Noelle Freeman, Craig Berberian – Empire at Burton Way, Jill Epstein, Roger Dickes, Ilan Bialer
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Kaplan, SECONDED by Commissioner Ostroff to adopt the Zone Text Amendment resolution as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross
NOES: None
CARRIED
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ostroff, SECONDED by Vice Chair Kaplan to adopt the Conditional Use Permit, Development Plan Review, and Extended Hours Permit resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross
NOES: None
CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 4:53 PM
The Commission reconvened at 4:59 PM
4. 1169 HILLCREST ROAD
Zone Text Amendment and Trousdale R-1 Permit (PL2200064) A resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills denying a request for a Zone Text Amendment to amend Beverly Hills Municipal Code Sections 10-3-2603, -2604, - 2605, and -2650 to allow certain residential property owners who have the right to request a second story to instead request a daylighting basement through a new Trousdale R-1 Permit process; and denying a request for a Trousdale R-1 Permit to allow construction of a Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
December 14, 2023
daylighting basement with up to two retaining walls on either side of a daylighting basement and to allow for grading off the level pad. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the resolution also finds the Project exempt from further review under CEQA. Continued from the November 9, 2023 Planning Commission regular meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: Commissioner Ostroff disclosed speaking, but not going into detail regarding the project, with Jason Somers at a holiday party Vice Chair Kaplan advised that while she was not present for the meeting at which this project was originally discussed, she has reviewed the materials and meeting video, and is prepared to participate in today’s discussion.
Project Planner: Judy Gutierrez, Senior Planner
Staff Presenter: Cindy Gordon, Principal Planner
Project Applicant: Randall Van Wolfswinkel
Project Representatives: Thomas Levyn, Glaser Weil
Jason Somers, Crest Real Estate
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Wolfe, SECONDED by Commissioner Ostroff to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Wolfe, Demeter, Ostroff, Vice Chair Kaplan, Chair Ross
NOES: None
CARRIED
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
None
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• The Commissioners thanked Commissioner Ostroff for his friendship, the impact he has had on the Planning Commission and the City, and for the example he has set as a Commissioner. • Commissioner Ostroff reflected on his term as a Commissioner, and thanked fellow Commissioners and City staff for their hard work.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• City Planner Updates
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
December 14, 2023
o City Planner Masa Alkire advised the Commission that, due to the holidays, there will not be a second Planning Commission meeting in December. Additionally, due to the scheduling of a City Council meeting on the same date, the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 11, 2024 will be cancelled. The next time the Commission will meet is on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
o Staff also thanked Commissioner Ostroff for his service to the City, and for his significant contributions to the work of the Commission.
5. Current Planning Projects List
o Received and filed
6. Building Permit Report – November
o Received and filed
7. 2024 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed; the January 11, 2024 meeting will be cancelled.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: December 14, 2023 / 5:29 PM
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, January 4, 2024
9:00 AM
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: January 4, 2024 / 9:00 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Geller, Shalowitz, Ignarro, Vice Chair AfraMaghen, Chair Schwartz Commissioners Absent: None.
Staff Present: Shana Epstein, Martha Eros, Jessie Holzer Carpenter, Ilene Knebel, Renato Moreno, Genevieve Row
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the agenda.
Public Comment: Emailed comment was read into the record from Steve Mayer.
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 November 2, 2023.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Shalowitz, SECONDED by
Commissioner Ignarro to approve the consent calendar item as presented (4/0).
AYES: Commissioners Geller, Shalowitz, Ignarro, Chair Schwartz Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 4, 2024
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Vice Chair Afra-Maghen
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
2. Police Department Report
Lieutenant Renato Moreno gave an update on activities related to the Police Department’s Traffic Division during the month of December, including a DUI checkpoint held on December
15. He also gave an update on street closures for the upcoming 81st Golden Globe Awards.
The commission asked about the New Year's Eve checkpoint, virtual driver’s licenses, disabled placards, and the alternate routes for the Golden Globes shutdown.
3. Monthly Educational Speaker Series – Transit and Bikeway Accessibility Matt Johnson, AICP (Capital Project Manager and Bikeways Coordinator for the Montgomery County Department of Transportation), gave a presentation on public transit and bikeway accessibility and ways to create safe traveling for both bicyclists and public transit riders, including accommodations for blind travelers. The Commission asked about how funding for the projects worked and tactile warning services for the visually impaired.
4. Planning Quarterly Report
Principal Planner Cindy Gordon gave an update on the open dining area plan being adopted by the City Council as a permanent feature. The Commission asked about changes to the process of applying for an outdoor dining permit, the differences between outdoor dining and parklets, and for any updates on the city’s housing element.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
5. Proposed Parking Updates to the Beverly Hills Municipal Code Public Works Director Shana Epstein introduced Lieutenant Moreno and Allison von Ebers from Dixon Parking Consultant. They gave an update on a series of proposed changes to the Municipal Code in relation to parking and streets. The Commission asked about mobile payments for parking meters, service worker permits, and whether coins can still be used for parking meters. Additional comments were offered by Parking Servies Manager Genevieve Row and Lead Parking Officer Mike Liang.
Public Comment: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
6. Proposed Agenda Items February – June 2024
Transportation Planner Martha Eros gave a presentation on proposed agenda items for the Commission for the upcoming February through June meetings. The Commission asked about school zone projects and potential items on electronic scooters/bike shares.
Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 4, 2024
PROJECT UPDATES AND FOLLOW-UP ITEMS
7. Project Updates and Follow-up Items
Transportation Planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter provided an update on multiple projects, including the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, grant-funded pedestrian crossings, and the traffic calming demonstration on Clifton Way. The Commission asked about improving the readability of the flyer for the proposed “HAWK” pedestrian crossing.
Public Comment: Public comment was heard from David Gingold.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
Chair Schwartz asked about honoring the city’s crossing guards with a presentation for their work.
She also asked the Commission about rescheduling or canceling the July meeting since it is scheduled for July 4. The Commission thanked Commissioner Shalowitz for his service as Chair in 2023.
COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF
Public Works Director Shana Epstein gave an update on the proposed restructuring for water rates and wastewater rates. The changes would measure volumetric use and be implemented over the course of five years.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 4, 2024 / 11:20 AM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
and
Teleconference Location:
62-208 Kamahoi Place
Kamuela, HI 96743
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
January 4, 2024
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 4, 2024 / 1:32 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Pressman, Spann, Vice Chair Bernstein, Chair Smooke
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Mark Odell, Jason Caraveo, Karen Myron
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Speakers: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 4, 2024
Consideration of Minutes of the Design Review Commission regular meeting of October 5, 2023.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Pressman, SECONDED by Vice Chair Bernstein to adopt the minutes as presented (4-0).
AYES: Commissioners Pressman, Spann, Vice Chair Bernstein, Chair Smooke
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
2. 200 SOUTH CARSON ROAD (PL2300527)
A request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence with an attached single car garage, located in the Central Area of the City, south of Santa Monica Boulevard. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Project Planner: Jason Caraveo, Assistant Planner
Project Applicant: Shikouri Yaakov, Property Owner
Project Representative: Pouya Payan, Designer
Public Input: Anonymous, Marcia Drantch, Lauren Nabi, Eileen Finizza Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Bernstein, SECONDED by Commissioner Spann to continue the item to the February 1, 2024 Design Review Commission regular meeting (3-1).
AYES: Commissioners Spann, Vice Chair Bernstein, Chair Smooke NOES: Commissioner Pressman
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 4, 2024
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
• At its meeting on Wednesday, January 10, the Cultural Heritage Commission is scheduled to review several potential new Golden Shield Award nominees. • Staff expects at least one project new project to appear on the agenda for the Design Review Commission’s February 1 meeting.
3. 2024 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 4, 2024 / 2:41 PM
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 9, 2024
10:00am
Recordings of the Arts and Culture Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALL TO ORDER
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 9, 2024 / 10:01 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Maralee Beck read the Civility Statement.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners present: Pamela Beck, Liliana Filipovic, Deborah Frank, Vice Chair Karla Gordy Bristol, Chair Maralee Beck
Commissioners absent: None
Staff Present: Stephanie Harris, Patty Acuña, Matthew Brown, Corrina Lesser, 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 Marilee Beck requested that due to the schedule of Public Works staff, that Tab 2, Proposed Water and Wastewater Rates, be moved ahead of Tab 1, Consent Calendar.
PRESENTATIONS
2. Proposed Water and Wastewater Rates
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, will update the Commission on the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 09, 2024
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, along with Robert Welch, Utilities General Manager, reviewed the mailing that was sent to Beverly Hills residents regarding the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates.
- The mailing notes their attendance at the February 20, 2024, City Council Meeting to present these proposed rate adjustments.
- Everyone is going to have a different effect with their rates. There is a cost calculator on their web site: www.beverlyhills.org/departments/publicworks/waterrateadjustments/ - There will be two Town Hall Meetings: January 17, 2024, and February 1, 2024, at 6pm at Beverly Hills City Hall.
- The Public Works Commission will be reviewing this on February 8, 2024, at 8am at Beverly Hills City Hall.
- For questions email [email protected] or call 310-285-2467. - If you disagree, you may send in a protest vote to the City Clerk’s office which needs to be received by mail.
- The City has been doing a great job in conserving and reducing water on a consistent basis.
- Vice Chair Gordy Bristol asked about observing wasted water and was informed to take a photo, include location, and email to [email protected]
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of minutes from the Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting of December 12, 2023.
MOTION by Deborah Frank, SECONDED by Pamela Frank to approve the minutes as presented.
AYES: Commissioner Pamela Beck, Liliana Filipovic, Deborah Frank, Chair Maralee Beck (4/1)
NOES: Vice Chair Karla Gordy Bristol
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED:
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. Financial Update
a. Fine Art Fund Update Report
Corrina Lesser, Recreation Supervisor, provided an update on ongoing expenditures and pending in-lieu revenue as of December 31, 2023. - No construction deposits were received for the month of December 2023. - No new in-lieu payments were received for the month of December 2023. - RLA reported that under $24,000 was spent for routine art maintenance.
4. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 09, 2024
PROJECT UPDATES
1. Arts and Culture Commission Updates
• Artwalk Guided Tour update
- Sunday, January 7, 2024, was the most recent ArtWalk. - The next ArtWalk is scheduled for Sunday, February 4, 2024.
Registration is open at beverlyhills.org/artwalkguidedtour - The final ArtWalk of this series will be Sunday, March 3, 2024. • Burton Way Median update
Patty Acuna, Assistant Director of Community Services, updated the Commission on the following:
- The Burton Way Median is coming to completion. The artwork has been unwrapped. A cleaning will be scheduled with RLA to coincide with the opening.
• Kusama update
- Kusama continues to work through the painting process. • Judy Chicago update
Stephanie Harris, Director of Community Services, provided an update on the site visit at the Wallis Annenberg Center with Judy Chicago. - Public Works staff are currently working on renderings, along with final cost estimates. These items will be brought to the City Council in March 2024.
Manager’s Report
• Information only items
Music in the Mansion update
- This weekend is the kickoff of the 30th Anniversary.
- To purchase tickets: beverlyhills.org/musicinthemansion • Inside the Mansion update
- Saturday, January 6, 2024, was the first Inside the Mansion for 2024. - Sunday, February 4, 2024, will be the next opportunity to visit the first floor of Greystone Mansion.
- Reservations can be made at beverlyhills.org/insidethemansion • Theatre 40: The Manor update
- Theatre 40’s popular The Manor play will be returning to be performed at Greystone Mansion.
- A few remaining tickets are available at Theatre 40’s web site: theatre40.org • Beverly Hills Art Show update
- The Spring 2024 Art Show is scheduled for May 18 & 19, 2024. - Artist applications are being accepted until February 21, 2024 and can be submitted at: beverlyhills.org/beverlyhillsartshow
- The Mayor’s Purchase Award, a painting, has been delivered and staff, along with Mayor Gold, are working on a final location.
• Event Calendar
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 09, 2024
Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, highlighted an item from the Community Services Event Calendar:
- Greystone in the Movies: Wednesday & Thursday, January 10 & 11, 2024, the film, The Bodyguard, will be shown in the Greystone Theatre, along with a short tour of locations that were shot inside Greystone Mansion. Tickets are available at: beverlyhills.org/greystoneinthemovies
- The films that are selected to be shown at the Greystone Theatre are ones that were filmed at Greystone Mansion.
5. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Chair’s Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights
- Last night’s January 2024 meeting was cancelled.
- At the December 2023 meeting, half of the Commissions rotated their Chair at the end of the calendar year. Those departing were thanked for their service.
- Mayor Gold informed the Commissioners that the health-related services are undergoing reorganization to the Fire Department to allow emergency services, along with the nurse practitioners, to take health care to where the patients are: in their homes, offices, at the schools as well as the clinics; to take care of vulnerable people where they are. - Mayor Gold also discussed security with the Police, along with private security, to be at full staffing.
b) Ad Hoc Committees
- Fine Arts/Public Art (Frank, P. Beck - Scott)
- Heritage Initiative (M. Beck, D. Frank – Paolone)
- Chair Maralee Beck provided an update: The ad hoc met several times to clarify the development of resources that would enhance resident and visitor understanding, engagement and experiences of arts & culture within the City of Beverly Hills.
- Several cultural asset maps were reviewed that could serve as models for showcasing Beverly Hills’ history along with contemporary culture offerings.
- The ad hoc will meet again on January 29, 2024.
- Performing Arts and Annual Events (Gordy Bristol, Filipovic – Lesser) - Embrace and Celebrate Culture Initiative (M. Beck, Gordy Bristol – Paolone)
c) Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities.
- Commissioner Gordy Bristol recognized the upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday on January 15, 2024 by speaking on the background and history of Dr. King.
- Dr. Martin Luther King used the power of words and actions of nonviolent resistance.
- Our Arts & Culture Commissioners are unified in wanting to celebrate his legacy and we hope to have more programs within our department.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 09, 2024
- Further information can be found at the King Center for Nonviolent Social Change: thekingcenter.org
- We hope that you will be celebrating this holiday initiating your own acts of peace, equality and inclusive community engagement.
d) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings: Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
e) For more information about Community Services visit
beverlyhills.org/artsandculture
ADJOURNMENT
• Date / Time: January 9, 2024 / 10:48 a.m.
Decisions of the Arts and Culture Commission may be appealed to the City Council within 14 days of the Arts and Culture Commission’s Action by filing a written appeal with the City Clerk. Appeal forms are available in the City Clerk’s office. Note: Appeal Fee Required.
If there are any questions about this agenda, please contact Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, 310-288-2254,[email protected]
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS
January 18, 2024
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: January 18, 2024 / 9:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Noah Margo, Beverly Hills Unified School District Board Member, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair Margo read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Kraushaar, Freeman, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo Commissioners Absent: Kaiserman
Staff Present: Christopher Paulson, Enisha Clark, Susana De La Torre, Joana Torres, 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 Margo approved the Agenda as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 21, 2023.
MOTION by Freeman, SECONDED by Kraushaar to approve the Meeting Minutes of December 21, 2023 as presented. (4/0)
AYES: Commissioners Kraushaar, Freeman, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo NOES: None
ABSENT: Kaiserman
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 18, 2024
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Department
Lieutenant Myers provided an update:
- The statistics for the months of November & December 2023 were reviewed. - The application process for Citizen Police Academy has opened for Spring 2024. - Today, January 18, from 9:30am – 11:30am, is Coffee with a Cop, at Café Sheera, 443 N.
Bedford Drive.
- January 24, 2024, the Police will be assisting Human Services in the 2024 Homeless Count. - Back to Basics: “Robbery” is the taking of property in the possession of another against their will by means of force or fear. “Burglary” is the act of entering a residential, commercial structure or locked vehicle with the intent to commit a petty or grand theft.
Beverly Hills School District
Noah Margo, Beverly Hills Unified School District board member, provided an update:
- The high school held a De-Stress Fest prior to finals which featured supervised crafts and games.
- A screening of the documentary film “Trustworthy” was shown which is about the importance of truth in journalism and the negative effects and misinformation on social media. - The middle school is continuing Mental Wellness Month with activities. - The film, “The Social Media”, was screened on January 11, 2024, which provided insight on the dangers of social media.
- Hawthorne Elementary kicked off the Kid’s Heart Challenge on January 17, 2024. February 2 nd is Career Day and February 14th is Walk to School Wednesday with the Human Relations Commission & Kindness Week.
PRESENTATIONS
2. Proposed Water and Wastewater Rates
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, will update the Commission on the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates.
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, reviewed the mailing that was sent to Beverly Hills residents regarding the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates. - The mailing notes their attendance at the February 20, 2024, City Council Meeting to present these proposed rate adjustments.
- Everyone is going to have a different effect with their rates. There is a cost calculator on their web site: www.beverlyhills.org/departments/publicworks/waterrateadjustments/ - Our water utility provides potable, reliable water to your home. Our goal is to provide high quality water which takes a lot of infrastructure.
- For questions email [email protected] or call 310-285-2467. - If you disagree, you may send in a protest vote to the City Clerk’s office which needs to be received by mail.
- There was a Town Hall Meeting last night and another one will be held on February 1, 2024, at 6pm at Beverly Hills City Hall.
3. CAGF Partner Presentation: OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center Julia Miele, Executive Director of OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, will provide an update on the various programs and resources offered.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 18, 2024
Julia Miele, Executive Director of OUR HOUSE, presented to the Commission the services the organization provides to those whose mental health is adversely impacted by grief and loss.
- The mission of OUR HOUSE is to provide the community with grief support services, education, resources, and hope. Since 1993, OUR HOUSE has helped thousands of grieving children, teens, and adults as they embark upon their journeys to hope and healing.
- Services provided include:
• In-House Adult and Children Grief Support Groups
• School-Based Grief Support
• Professional Grief Trainings
• On-Site Grief Response
• Grief Support Tools & Resources
- Information & services can be found at www.ourhouse-grief.org or by calling: 888-417-1444
NEW BUSINESS
4. 2024 Human Relations Commission Work Plan
Commissioners are asked to review the 2023 work plan, suggest modifications if so desired, and then adopt the 2024 Commission Work Plan.
Christopher Paulson, Human Services Administrator lead the Work Plan discussion:
- The Commission was asked to review the status of the existing 2023 Work Plan, add or delete items, and vote to adopt the 2024 Work Plan.
- The Work Plan should reflect the mission of the Human Relations Commission (HRC) and focus on integrating the principles of tolerance, acceptance and civil discourse into established City and Community Services events, programs, and services. Commissions were asked to prioritize no more than five work plan items. - The Commission reviewed the current (2023) work plan: Except for the Election Civility Statement, all other 2023 Work Plan items have been completed.
Ongoing Council Priorities and Commission Agenda Items:
1. Community Assistance Grant Fund (CAGF)
2. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program
3. Homeless Initiative
Events:
1. Annual Civility Month Celebration and Embrace Civility Award
2. Kindness Week
3. Critical Conversations
4. BH Reads!
5A. Mindfulness Monday
5B. Day of Wellness
Commission Presentations & Reports:
A. Kindness Matters
B. Election Civility Statement
C. Anti-Hate Initiative
D. Mental Health Awareness
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 18, 2024
The Commission agreed to keep the Kindness Matters Tab in honor of prior Commissioner Rhoda Sharp. Commissioners were assigned months to speak on that tab.
After a robust discussion, the Commission made the following motion:
MOTION by Freeman, SECONDED by Nisim: Move to remove the Reception from the annual Civility Month celebration keeping the Civility Award. Keeping Kindness Week, One (1) Critical Conversation, Two (2) BH Reads! and the Day of Wellness, as well as reairing the 2023 videos from Mindfulness Mondays for our 2024 Work Plan. (4/0) AYES: Commissioners Kraushaar, Freeman, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo NOES: None
ABSENT: Kaiserman
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED
CONTINUED BUSINESS
5. 2024-25 Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF)
Staff will provide an overview of this year’s application process and timeline.
Enisha Clark, Human Services Outreach Manager, updated the Commission on the Community Assistant Grant Funding:
- The FY 2024-25 Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF) Request for Proposal (RFP) was launched today, Thursday, January 18, 2024.
- The CAGF is how the City supports local and regional social services partners who provide vital resources to our most vulnerable in the Community. - Cultural Arts proposal are also accepted.
- The application is available online at www.beverlyhills.org/cagf or by contacting the Human Services office at 310-285-1006.
- Applications must be submitted via the City’s website no later than 5:00pm on Thursday, February 29, 2024.
6. Kindness Week 2024
The Civility Ad Hoc Committee will provide the Commission with final updates on the planning for Kindness Week 2024 activities, taking place February 11-17th.
In accordance with the Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Foundation, the City of Beverly Hills will recognize Kindness Week from Sunday, February 11 through Saturday, February 17, 2024.
- Chair Margo reviewed the 2024 Schedule of Events:
Sunday, February 11 Kindness Kickoff @ Farmer’s Market
Monday, February 12 BHAAC Valentine’s Day Dance @ Roxbury Community Center Tuesday, February 13 Beverly Hills Public Library Story Time Wednesday, February 14 Walk to School Wednesday and Giving Tree Project Thursday, February 15 Thankful Thursday – Service Appreciation Friday, February 16 Social Media Challenge (Heart/Hand gesture) #BHKindness Saturday, February 17 Self-Care Saturday
7. Election Civility Statement
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 18, 2024
At the December 2023 Commission meeting, a temporary ad hoc committee consisting of Chair Freeman and Vice Chair Margo was created to finalize the proposed language and return to the January meeting with the revised statement ready for Commission review. - Commissioner Freeman read the Election Civility Statement that included her updated edits.
- The Commission reviewed and accepted the updated edits and the following motion was made:
MOTION by Freeman, SECONDED by Nisim: Move to adopt the updated Election Civility Statement. (4/0)
AYES: Commissioners Kraushaar, Freeman, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo NOES: None
ABSENT: Kaiserman
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED
- This item will be forwarded to a City Council Liaison Meeting for consideration and then adoption by the full City Council.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
8. Administrator’s Report
Christopher Paulson, Human Services Administrator, provided the following update:
• Community Services Event Calendar
- Reviewed
• Wednesday, January 24, 2024, is the 2024 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count. - The count will begin at 8pm and conducted by the City’s Outreach Team members that include: the Mental Health Evaluation Team (MET), BHOT, Park Rangers, Police Officers, Ambassadors along with Human Services staff and other volunteers.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
9. Chair Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- The January Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting was postponed
b) Ad Hoc Committees – TBD
- The Ad Hoc committees will be assigned at February’s meeting c) Review Commission Meeting dates
- The Commission agreed to go dark in August 2024.
MOTION by Nisim, SECONDED by Kraushaar: Move for the Commission to go dark on August 15, 2024. (4/0)
AYES: Commissioners Kraushaar, Freeman, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo NOES: None
ABSENT: Kaiserman
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 18, 2024
d) Good and Welfare. Other items, brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities
- Vice Chair Nisim provided an update on Anti Hate
a. The California State Commission on Hate published its 2023 Annual Report providing an overview of hate activities in the state. This report was pivotal in understanding hate crimes and how we strategize to counteract them. b. The State report indicated that hate crimes in California have reached a ten-year high with a significant increase of over 30% in 2020 & 2021. This trend underscores the need for effective intervention.
10. Kindness Matters
- Commission Kraushaar gave a shout-out to BVMS Bulldog Aid Center as they have dealt with a variety of Wellness Events such as: social, mental and physical wellness. Each one includes a variety of events.
- Vice Chair Nisim gave a shout-out to Nooshin Meshkaty. Her actions have been a reminder of kindness and support that can and should cross all cultural and religious lines.
ADJOURNMENT
January 18, 2024 at 11:07 a.m.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
1 In-person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
Monday, January 22, 2024
4:00 p.m.
OPEN MEETING
4:00pm
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Baker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Baker, Chang, and Hilborne, Vice Chair Rosenthal, and Chair Felsenthal
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Fire Chief Gregory Barton, Deputy Fire Chief Alfred Poirier, Deputy Fire Chief Alfred Poirier, EMS Administrator Sean Stokes, Fire Administrator Michael Liongson, Human Services Administrator Christopher Paulson, Human Services Outreach Manager Enisha Clark, Human Services Specialist Susana De La Torre, Police Lieutenant Andrew Myers, Police Detective Mark Schwartz, Director of Public Works Shana Epstein, Project Operations Specialist Gabriel Mier, and Commission Secretary Karen Gutierrez
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.
No public comment.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 22, 2024
2 By order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of minutes from the Health and Safety Commission special meeting on December 18, 2023.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Hilborne, SECONDED by Commissioner Baker to approve the minutes as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baker, Chang, Hilborne, Vice Chair Rosenthal, Chair Felsenthal
ABSENT: None
NOES: None
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
• Beverly Hills Unified School District – Beverly Hills Unified School District representative, Rachelle Marcus, spoke about various events and activities; the Early Childhood Center; the Bulldog Aid Center; and recognition awards presented to two school administrators. • Beverly Hills Fire Department– Deputy Fire Chief Alfred Poirier spoke on fire incidents and responses. He presented the department’s year-to-year comparable metrics in various categories and shared information on high profile structure fire incidents. • Beverly Hills Human Services Division – Human Services Administrator Christopher Paulson announced the Human Services Division will provide monthly updates under Reports from Priority Agencies.
• Beverly Hills Police Department – Police Lieutenant Andrew Myers provided an update on Police Department activities and presented the department’s month-to-month crime statistics and response time metrics. Detective Mark Schwartz gave a presentation on Combatting Terrorism.
• Beverly Hills Public Works Department – Director of Public Works Shana Epstein spoke on the City’s proposed water and wastewater rate adjustments. A public hearing will take place on February 20, 2024, at City Hall.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. Moment of Mindfulness
Elisha Goldstein, PhD, will lead the Commission in a Moment of Mindfulness.
Dr. Elisha Goldstein led the Commission in a meditation exercise to promote mental health, resiliency, and teach mindfulness techniques.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 22, 2024
3 NEW BUSINESS
3. Anti-Aging, Stress Reduction, and Healthy Living
A presentation on healthy living by Steven Keiles, MS, CGC, with Quest Diagnostics.
Steven Keiles, MS, CGC, Executive Director of Genomics Services and Clinical Solutions with Quest Diagnostics, spoke on different types of genetic testing, which promotes awareness of genetic diseases, provides information about your health, disease risk, and other traits to help you be more proactive about your health.
4. Lifesaving Demonstration Using Narcan
An informative demonstration by Beverly Hills CPR.
Beverly Hills CPR Administrative Coordinator Les Bronte, and Administrator and Instructor Trisha Bodagi provided a demonstration on Narcan (Naloxone nasal spray), a lifesaving medication that reverses an opioid overdose.
5. Seasonal Respiratory Illnesses
Information from the Beverly Hills Fire Department about seasonal respiratory illnesses.
Beverly Hills Fire Department EMS Administrator Sean Stokes shared information on signs and symptoms and treatments regarding the common cold, flu, Covid, respiratory syncytial virus, bronchitis, pneumonia, coup, and allergic rhinitis.
PROJECT UPDATES
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Chair’s Report – None
• Commissioner Items - None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Director’s Report – None
• Health and Safety Related Supplemental Information:
1. Beverly Hills Fire Department Metrics (December 2022 and 2023)
2. Beverly Hills Police Department Metrics (November 2023 and December 2023; and Year to Date 2022-2023)
3. Smoking and Tobacco Quarterly Update
4. Quarterly Active Transportation Programs Update
5. Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Health and Safety Commission Liaison Committee Meeting Highlights
6. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Newsletter January 2024
7. Get Excited About the Brain Activity Book
8. Looking at My Genes: What Can They Tell Me About My Mental Health? Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
January 22, 2024
4 9. Mindfulness for Your Health – The Benefits of Living Moment by Moment - Health and safety related supplemental information was included in the packet for Commissioners to read.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 22, 2024 / 6:45 p.m.
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 23, 2024
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 23, 2024 / 10:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Huma Ahmed, City Clerk, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSIONER: Tara Riceberg
Huma Ahmed, City Clerk, swore in new Commissioner Tara Riceberg.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Riceberg, Dzubak, Lurie, Vice Chair Termeie, Chair Sherry Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Patty Acuna, Matthew Brown, Adrine Ovasapyan, Michael Muse 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 Sherry approved the Agenda as presented until Tab #2 as staff had to step out. At that time, Tabs #4 & #5 preceded Tab #2.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting from 12/19/2023.
MOTION by Vice Chair Termeie, SECONDED by Commissioner Lurie to approve the Meeting Minutes as presented. (4/0)
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2024
AYES: Dzubak, Lurie, Vice Chair Termeie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Riceberg
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
2. Proposed Water and Wastewater Rates
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, will update the Commission on the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates.
Shana Epstein, Director of Public Works, reviewed the mailing that was sent to Beverly Hills residents regarding the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates. - The mailing notes their attendance at the February 20, 2024, City Council Meeting to present these proposed rate adjustments. Every five years is a cost of service. - Everyone is going to have a different effect with their rates. There is a cost calculator on their web site: www.beverlyhills.org/departments/publicworks/waterrateadjustments/ - Our water utility provides potable, reliable water to your home. Our goal is to provide high quality water which takes a lot of infrastructure
- There was a Town Hall Meeting January 17, 2024, and another one will be held on February 1, 2024, at 6pm at Beverly Hills City Hall.
- The City has been doing a great job in conserving and reducing water on a consistent basis. - For questions email [email protected] or call 310-285-2467. - If you disagree, you may send in a protest vote to the City Clerk’s office which needs to be received by mail.
PRESENTATIONS
4. Kindness Week Preview
Christopher Paulson, Human Services Administrator, will provide a preview of the Human Relations Commission’s Kindness Week schedule.
Christopher Paulson, Human Services Administrator, provided a preview of the Human Relations Commission’s Kindness Week schedule that is planned for the week of February 11th – 17, 2024.
- The Kickoff will be Sunday, February 11th at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market.
Donations are being requested for: The Midnight Mission, Sole Brothers and Alexandria House.
5. Welcome Recreation Services Manager, Michael Muse
Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, introduced Michael Muse, the Department’s new Recreation Services Manager.
- Michael Muse, Recreation Services Manager, provided his background and experience to the Commission who welcomed him in his new position. - The Commission thanked Matthew Brown for his prior work in that position.
3. Beverly Hills Unified School District
Judy Manouchehri, Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) board member, updated the Commission on programs and activities being held at the schools:
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2024
- Currently, the schools have athletics and events scheduled. At the high school, boys and girls soccer in addition to basketball and water polo. - The BHHS Dance Company’s 2024 performance will be held on January 24, 2024, from 7pm – 9:30pm at the Wallis Annenberg Center.
- El Rodeo is scheduled to open in Fall 2024.
- The 2024 Strategic Plan can be viewed at: bhusd.org/strategicplan - BHUSD Schoolboard member Manouchehri, will return with more information on the mental health services that the school district offers.
6. Youth & Teen Presentation
Lisa Crespo, Senior Recreation Supervisor, will provide an update on the Family Dance and Teen Advisory Committee.
Lisa Crespo, Senior Recreation Supervisor, provided an update on the rebranded Greystone Gala: Family Dance that was held on December 9, 2023:
- The age group for this First Family Dance was 3rd – 5 th grade BHUSD Students.
- The event included a photo booth, a DJ for dancing along with a catered dinner. - The survey results were reviewed with the Commission.
Lisa Crespo, additionally provided a Mid-Session Update of the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC):
- The TAC restructure process was reviewed along with the September 2023 to January 2024 events in addition to the upcoming February to May 2024 events.
NEW BUSINESS
7. 2024 Recreation & Parks Commission Work Plan discussion Matthew Brown, Recreation and Services Manager, presented the process of the 2024 Work Plan to the Commission
- Community Services Department Commissions are working to establish Work Plans to help identify and establish priorities for each year. Work plans will be reviewed when a new Commission Chair rotates. Commission Work plans consist of five items that will comprise their annual work plan. These five work plan items remain as the list of priorities for the year, until or unless one of the work plan items is accomplished. - Items that are identified for the Recreation and Parks Commission work plan, should be projects or events that can reasonably be implemented, have a start and end date, and accurately fit under the purview of Recreation and Parks, and equally support the various sectors and service areas of Recreation and Parks - Currently the Recreation and Parks Commission has as many as four ongoing high priority items, that currently fall under the purview of the Commission, and constitute four of the five items on their 2024 work plan. Those items include:
• Beverly Hills Dog Park surface composition
• Pickleball pilot program conclusion
• La Cienega Park playground and restroom restoration (City Council priority) • Beverly Hills Day of Wellness event
- Items that were previously identified as work plan priorities for the Recreation and Parks Commission during the fiscal year period of 2022-2024 included:
• La Cienega Community Center and Park master plan.
o La Cienega Community Center and Park priorities have temporarily shifted to focus on improvement projects, such as the La Cienega Park playground and restroom.
Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2024
• Collaborate with the Beverly Hills Unified School District to provide a new vision for an Early Childhood Program Plan.
- The objective for the Recreation and Parks Commission, is to identify the appropriate number of work plan items to prioritize in 2024, giving the Commission a total of five items to work on for the year. The 2024 work plan items for the Recreation and Parks Commission will be voted on and determined by the results at the February 27, 2024, meeting of the Recreation and Parks Commission.
Work Plan proposal process
- Each Commissioner can submit up to two work plan proposals that they will present to the full commission to be voted by the Commission at the February meeting. - Voting results will determine the ranking order of the 2024 work plan items, with the top 5 representing the current 2024 Recreation and Parks Commission work plan. As work plan items are accomplished throughout the year, the next highest ranked work plan item will be added to the list, so there are always 5 current work plan items throughout the year.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None.
STATUS REPORTS
8. MANAGER’S REPORT
PROJECT UPDATES
• Manager updates
• Community Services Department Showcase, March 10, 2024 - The Community Services Department Showcase will be held on Sunday, March 10th from 8am – 1pm at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market.
- Registration will not take place at this event; this is for showcasing classes, summer camps, along with meeting instructors.
- Registration will be open online for residents on April 10, 2024; non-residents April 17, 2024.
• Beverly Hills Active Adult Club’s Valentine’s Dance
- Monday, February 12, from 1pm – 3pm. The Human Relations Commission will be attending for Kindness Week. The dance is hosted annually with the Beverly Hills Active Adult Club (BHAAC), along with the Beverly Hills Police Officers Association. • Recreation & Parks Commission Priorities
• Community Services Events
• Holidays at Greystone
- Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Services Manager, provided an overview on the Holidays at Greystone event that was held December 2 & 3, 2023 which drew 800 attendees per day.
- The activities included the Bob Baker Marionettes, a tree maze, multicultural displays, face painting along with Santa & Mrs. Claus.
• Roxbury Variety Show
- Matthew Brown, Recreation Services Manager, provided an overview on the Roxbury Variety Show that was held on December 11, 2023. The seniors performed their Recreation and Parks Commission Special Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2024
talents that they learned attending the Roxbury classes such as dancing, monologues & skits.
• Community Services Events Calendar
- Reviewed
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
9. Chair Report
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- The January 2024 Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting was postponed. b. Ad Hoc Committees
1. Capital Projects & Park Improvements
2. City / CS & BHUSD Partnership
3. Community Events & Recreation Programs
- Commissioner Lurie, along with Commissioner Dzubak, provided an update on Pickleball. A survey will be sent to the Community, reaching out for their input on the pickleball program. The survey will include a QR code and will be distributed around the city.
- The pickleball program is moving from a pilot program to being finalized. - There have been changes and improvements in the reservation system in addition to the rules.
- The noise the paddles make are part of the pickleball sport.
4. Health & Wellness
5. Teen Advisory Committee (TAC)
- Chair Sherry added Commissioner Riceberg to the Health & Wellness Ad Hoc, along with Commissioner Lurie. Additional updates will happen midyear. c. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
- Review calendar and attendance. Commissioner Lurie informed the Commission she will be unable to attend the February meeting. d. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities.
- Chair Sherry welcomed new Commissioner Riceberg to the Commission in addition to the new Recreation Services Manager Michael Muse. - Chair Sherry additionally thanked staff for the great job they did last year on all the Community Services’ events along with the Recreational Programming.
NEXT MEETING: February 27, 2024 – 2pm Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: January 23, 2024 / 12:53 p.m.