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
July 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: July 18, 2024 / 9:01 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Kaiserman led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Vice Chair Nisim read the Civility Statement
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Kraushaar, Kaiserman, Batista, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo Commissioners Absent: None.
Staff Present: Michael Muse, Joana Torres, Christina Garcia, Christopher Paulson 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 June 20, 2024.
MOTION by Kaiserman, SECONDED by Vice Chair Nisim to approve the Meeting Minutes of June 20, 2024 as presented. (5/0)
AYES: Commissioners Kraushaar, Kaiserman, Batista, Vice Chair Nisim, Chair Margo NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 18, 2024
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Beverly Hills Police Department
Beverly Hills Police Department Lieutenant Myers provided an update:
- The statistics for the month of June 2024 were reviewed. Total crime is down 6%. - Response time is 2 & ½ minutes for the month of June 2024. - Tuesday, August 6, 2024 is National Night Out.
- Commissioner Batista requested going forward to include the mental health team calls for service and success stories.
PRESENTATIONS
2. Anti-Hate Initiative: Minority Mental Health Month
Maple Counseling Center
Kathleen Kim, Senior Director of the Maple Counseling Center, spoke on July being Minority Mental Health Month and presented information on the impact of hate on mental health.
3. Parks Make Life Better!
Evan Doyle, Interim Senior Supervisor, provided an update on the activities planned for July’s Parks Make Life Better! Month.
- This year’s theme is “Where you belong” to celebrate the ways parks and recreation programs foster a sense of belonging in their community.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
4. Embrace Civility Award
Staff will provide an update on the process for the 2024 Embrace Civility Award Michael Muse, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission on the process and status for the upcoming Embrace Civility Award for 2024. - The Embrace Civility Award nomination period was announced and launched Tuesday, July 16, 2024 and closes on Thursday, August 15, 2024.
5. Beverly Hills Reads!
Staff & ad hocs will share updates on the planning progress.
Michael Muse, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission on the status of Beverly Hills Reads! from the work that the ad hoc has been doing. - The 2024 title is, We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter. - The Human Relations Commission has partnered with the school district to host this year’s book discussion at El Rodeo Elementary School Auditorium.
6. Day of Wellness
Staff will provide an initial update on plans for the 2nd Annual Day of Wellness scheduled for Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Roxbury Park.
Michael Muse, Recreation Services Manager, updated the Commission on the 2nd Annual Day of Wellness from the ad hoc meeting discussion that representatives Pam Kraushaar and Noelle Batista provided.
- Staff has been working on logistical aspects of the event. - The Red Cross Blood Drive is confirmed to participate.
Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
July 18, 2024
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
7. Manager’s Report
a) Community Services Events Calendar
- Staff reviewed the flyers of Community Services events. - The Human Relations Commission will have a booth at National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 where the Commissioners will be participating.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
8. Chair Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
- Chair Margo shared highlights from the June Mayor’s Cabinet meeting. b) 2024 Commission Work Plan
- The Chair & Staff discussed the Commission’s participation in another Critical Conversations event to continue the Anti-Hate initiative. An ad hoc meeting with Vice Chair Nisim and Commissioner Kraushaar will be scheduled. 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
- Commissioner Batista acknowledged and congratulated Commissioner Kraushaar on her retirement.
9. Kindness Matters
Commissioners will recognize a member of the Beverly Hills community for their kindness efforts and positive acts of service.
- Commissioner Batista recognized a community leader, Jeanne Marks, who has dedicated her life to giving back.
ADJOURNMENT
July 18, 2024, at 10:24 a.m.
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, August 13, 2024
10:00 AM
Recordings of the Arts and Culture Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALL TO ORDER
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 13, 2024 / 10:02 AM
Commissioner Deborah Frank participated remotely in accordance with the provisions of AB2449.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Communication and Marketing Coordinator, Dana Beesen led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CIVILITY STATEMENT
Chair Karla Gordy Bristol read the Civility Statement.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners present: Commissioners Maralee Beck, Deborah Frank, Vice Chair Pamela Beck, Chair Gordy Bristol
Commissioners absent: None
Staff Present: Stephanie Harris, Patty Acuña, Matthew Brown, Paul Paolone, Karen Myron, Lori Tanner
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: Sherwin Shamoeil
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda.
By order of the Chair the agenda was approved as presented.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 13, 2024
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of minutes from the Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting of July 9, 2024.
MOTION by Vice Chair Pamela Beck, SECONDED by Commissioner Maralee Beck to approve the meeting minutes as presented.
AYES: Commissioner Maralee Beck, Deborah Frank, Vice Chair Pamela Beck, Chair Karla Gordy Bristol (4/0)
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED:
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. Recreation Service Manager, Matthew Brown will provide a recap of the Festival BH event held on Sunday, July 21, 2024.
Recreation Services Manager, Matthew Brown, showed a highlight video and a PowerPoint presentation recap of the Festival of Beverly Hills. - Communications and Marketing Coordinator, Dana Beeson, provided the Commission with updates on marketing and communications strategies and their effectiveness, including detailed statistics and outreach efforts.
3. Senior Recreation Supervisor, Paul Paolone, will provide a status report on the Fine Art Fund.
Senior Recreation Supervisor, Paul Paolone, provided a finance update on the Fine Art Fund.
- Internal Service fund is estimated at $68,000 for the 2024/25 fiscal year.
4. Senior Recreation Supervisor, Paul Paolone, will provide an update on the Beverly Gardens Park Artwalk held on August 4, 2024.
Senior Recreation Supervisor, Paul Paolone, updated the Commission on the Artwalk held on August 4, 2024.
- September Artwalk is on hold.
- Artwalk Ad Hoc Committee will review the survey results when completed, brainstorm new ideas, and incorporate feedback from the survey. - Staff will work with Public Works to explore the feasibility of adding a crosswalk or walking path to enhance viewing of art located along the Burton Way median.
5. Arts and Culture Commissioners will present their proposals to be considered for addition to the 2024-25 Arts and Culture Work Plan and Recreation Services Manager, Matthew Brown, will facilitate the Priority Exercise to set the 2024-25 ACC Work Plan.
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 13, 2024
Recreation Services Manager, Matthew Brown, presented the 2024/25 ACC Priority Exercise format, reviewed guidelines for Commissioners presenting new proposals, and reintroduction of 2023/24 proposals.
- Commissioner Deborah Frank asked to remove her 2023/24 proposal from the queue as her term will be ending in December.
MOTION by Vice Chair Pamela Beck, SECONDED by Chair Karla Gordy Bristol to remove “Art Activation” from the Work Plan.
AYES: Commissioner Maralee Beck, Deborah Frank, Vice Chair Pamela Beck, Chair Karla Gordy Bristol (4/0)
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED:
- Commissioner Pamela Beck presented a new proposal, a “Comprehensive Partnership with the Wallis (Movies at the Wallis).”
- Chair Karla Gordy Bristol presented two new proposals: “Beverly Hills Performing Arts Pavilion” and “Indoor City Building Cultural Arts Exhibit”. - Chair Karla Gordy Bristol presented two reintroduction proposals: “Annual Beverly Hills Arts and Culture Awards” and “A Destination Arts & Culture Space/Area highlighting Love & Kindness Through Artistic Images”.
- Recreation Services Manager, Matthew Brown, and Senior Recreation Supervisor, Paul Paolone, facilitated the Survey Monkey survey for voting and tabulation.
The Commission took a recess at 11:45 AM.
The Commission reconvened at 12:05 PM.
- Recreation Services Manager, Matthew Brown shared the results of the 2024-25 Priority Exercise and the five items that will comprise the current Arts and Culture Commission work plan. “Comprehensive Partnership with the Wallis (Movies at the Wallis)” ranked as the highest score and will be added to the 2024-25 Work Plan. Proposals outside the top 5 will remain as items in the queue for future consideration.
MOTION by Commissioner Maralee Beck SECONDED by Vice Chair Pamela Beck to adopt the 2024/25 Work Plan.
AYES: Commissioner Maralee Beck, Deborah Frank, Vice Chair Pamela Beck, Chair Karla Gordy Bristol (4/0)
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CARRIED:
Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
August 13, 2024
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
6. Manager’s Report
a) Concerts on Canon – August 15 & 22, 2024 6-8pm
b) Events Calendar
- Great Outdoors at Greystone Mansion on September 21, 2024 - Day of Wellness event on September 22, 2024
- Art Show update on application submissions
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
7. Chair’s Report
a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights
- Chair Karla Gordy Bristol provided highlights from the most recent meeting.
Visit beverlyhills.org for current information and updates. b) 2023-24 Arts and Culture Commission Work Plan
c) Ad Hoc Committees
- Fine Arts/Public Art (P. Beck, D. Frank – Scott)
- Heritage Initiative (M. Beck, D. Frank – Paolone)
- Performing Arts and Annual Events (P. Beck, K. Gordy Bristol – Lesser) - Embrace and Celebrate Culture Initiative (M. Beck, K. Gordy Bristol – Paolone)
d) Other items, brief announcements, request for information and brief reports on activities.
e) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings: Tuesday, September 10 2024.
f) For more information about Community Services visit beverlyhills.org/csevents For general questions regarding the City of Beverly Hills, please visit beverlyhills.org/askBH or call 310.285.1000.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: August 13, 2024 / 12:10 PM
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
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
2:00 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: August 27, 2024 / 2:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Huma Ahmed, Beverly Hills City Clerk, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSIONER ZALE RICHARD RUBINS
Huma Ahmed, Beverly Hills City Clerk, sworn in Commissioner Zale Richard Rubins.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Rubins, Riceberg, Dzubak, Vice Chair Termeie, Chair Sherry
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Stephanie Harris, Patty Acuna, Joana Torres, Adrine Ovasapyan, Michael Muse, Karen Myron, Lori Tanner
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
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda.
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as amended, moving item #7, Pickleball Update, ahead of item #3, Staff Introductions.
Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Synopsis
August 27, 2024
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024 (4-0-1).
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Dzubak, SECONDED by Commissioner Vice Chair Termeie to approve the minutes as presented.
AYES: Commissioners Riceberg, Dzubak, Vice Chair Termeie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Rubins
CARRIED
2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes from the Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting of June 25, 2024 (4-0-1).
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Dzubak, SECONDED by Commissioner Riceberg to approve the minutes as presented.
AYES: Commissioners Riceberg, Dzubak, Vice Chair Termeie, Chair Sherry
NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Rubins
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
Taken out of Order
CONTINUED BUSINESS
7. Pickleball Update
Michael Muse, Recreation Manager, provided an update on the pickleball program, including its history, usage statistics, and future plans.
Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Synopsis
August 27, 2024
Public Input: Andrew Kole, Alissa Roston, Fran Goldberg, Marc Krigel, Deborah Frank, Jed Springer, Robin Davis, Cindy Trangsrud, Cathy Greenly, Eric Weinsheink, Michael Lippman, Marc Friedland, Suzan Vigil
The Commission received the staff report and public comment. After discussion, the Commission provided the following recommendations:
• Move forward with a permanent pickleball program.
• Cancel the next pickleball survey.
• Address immediate safety concerns on the existing courts. • Pickleball courts we currently have need to be restriped and upgrade the nets. • Community Events & Recreation Programs Ad Hoc Committee will meet with staff to outline proposals to determine the budget required for converting temporary pickleball courts to permanent ones. The committees’ recommendations will be presented to the full commission for final recommendation to the City Council Liaisons.
Return to Order
PRESENTATIONS
3. Staff Introductions – Malik Diggs
Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Services Manager
This item was continued to the September 24, 2024 meeting.
4. Recreation & Parks Commission Award
Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Services Manager
This item was continued to the September 24, 2024 meeting.
5. Senior Health Fair Preview
Michael Muse, Recreation Services Manager, provided an update on the Senior Health Fair a free event on Monday, September 9, 2024, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. The location will be at Roxbury Park Community Center, located at 471 South Roxbury Drive.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Day of Wellness Preview
Michael Muse, Recreation Services Manager, provided an update on Day of Wellness a free event with over 30 health and wellness providers. Day Of Wellness will be held at Roxbury Park Community Center, located at 471 South Roxbury Drive, Beverly Hills.
8. La Cienega Park Playground Renovation
Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Services Manager, provided an update on the La Cienega Park Renovation including upgrades to the restroom and replacement of the playground structure at La Cienega Park. The La Cienega Park Playground Design Survey to gather feedback from the community will be available from August 28, 2024, to September 17, 2024.
Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Synopsis
August 27, 2024
NEW BUSINESS
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
9. Project Updates
Adrine Ovasapyan, Recreation Services Manager
Due to time constraints, all project updates were continued to the September 24, 2024 Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting.
• Manager’s Report/City Staff Projects
- 2024 Work Plan Review
- Youth Enrichment Update
- Dog Park Update
- La Cienega Fitness Equipment Project Update
- Parks Make Life Better Month Recap
- Picklefest Event Recap
- La Cienega Water Wells
• Recreation & Parks Commission Priorities
• Community Services Events
- Beverly Hills Reads
• Community Services Events Calendar
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
10. CHAIR REPORT
Due to time constraints, all project updates were continued to the September 24, 2024 Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting.
a. Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
1. Meeting Minutes
b. Ad Hoc Committees
1. Capital Projects & Park Improvements (Dzubak, Sherry)
2. City / CS & BHUSD Partnership (Termeie, Rubins)
3. Community Events & Recreation Programs (Dzubak, Sherry)
4. Health & Wellness (Riceberg, Rubins)
5. Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) (Termeie, Riceberg)
c. Recreation and Parks Commission Upcoming Meetings
1. Review calendar and attendance
d. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities e. For more information about Community Services visit beverlyhills.org/csevents. For general questions regarding the City of Beverly Hills, please visit beverlyhills.org/askBH or call 310-285-1000.
Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Synopsis
August 27, 2024
NEXT MEETING: September 24, 2024 - 2:00 PM Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: August 27, 2024 / 3:45 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
September 18, 2024
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: September 18, 2024 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Smooke, Devlin, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Mark Odell, Deborah Hong, Karen Myron, Meena Janmohamed
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 with the concurrence of the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting of August 21, 2024.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner Devlin to adopt the minutes as presented (6-0).
Architectural and Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 18, 2024
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Devlin, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
• OUTDOOR WARNING SYSTEM PRESENTATION
Informational Presentation from Emergency Management staff regarding the upcoming audible testing of the City’s Outdoor Warning System.
Meena Janmohamed, Manager of Emergency Management, provided a brief presentation on the upcoming testing of the City’s Outdoor Warning System, which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 29 and Thursday, October 17. Additional information is available on the City’s website at beverlyhills.org/outdoorwarning.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Citing a financial interest in real property less than 500 feet from the project site, Chair Meyer recused from item #2 and left the meeting room at 1:42 PM.
2. 366 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Tory Burch (PL2400356)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Deborah Hong, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Tory Burch
Project Representative: Permit Advisors
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by
Commissioner Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0-1).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Devlin, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos
NOES: None
RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
Architectural and Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 18, 2024
Chair Meyer returned to the meeting at 1:50 PM
3. 9171 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Master Sign Program (PL2400357)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Sign Accommodation to allow revisions to a previously approved Master Sign Program. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Deborah Hong, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: 9171 Wilshire CPI-CII, LLC.
Project Representative: Sign Specialists Corporation; Rick Batt, Tom Wood Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, SECONDED by Commissioner Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended, with certain details subject to final review and approval by an Ad Hoc Committee comprised of Vice Chair Pynoos and Chair Meyer (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Devlin, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
CARRIED
4. 9900 NORTH SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD
One Beverly Hills Construction Office (PL2300358)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a new temporary construction office building. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider adoption of an Addendum to the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Deborah Hong, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Cain Development
Project Representatives: David Nelson, Jonathan Dunn
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by
Commissioner Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (6-0).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Devlin, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
CARRIED
Architectural and Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis September 18, 2024
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Chair Meyer provided a brief update from the Mayor’s Cabinet meeting; meeting video is available online.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Urban Designer Updates
o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission of the following:
▪ The recent Doors Open California program segment featuring sites in Beverly Hills was well-attended and an overall success.
▪ Both the City’s and the Beverly Hills Historical Society’s mobile apps are free and contain a wealth of information related to the City’s history, such as Local Landmarks, Golden Shield locations, and other historic sites. ▪ October will be a busy month for meetings, including two for the Architectural and Design Review Commission and one for the Cultural Heritage Commission.
5. 2024 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed. The draft schedule for 2025 will come before the Commission at its regular meeting on October 16.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 18, 2024 / 3:34 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
Monday, September 23, 2024
4:00 p.m.
OPEN MEETING
4:00pm
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
EMS Division Chief Sean Stokes led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Baker, and Chang, Vice Chair Rosenthal, and Chair Felsenthal
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Hilborne
Staff Present: Deputy Fire Chief Alfred Poirier, EMS Division Chief Sean Stokes, Human Services Administrator Christopher Paulson, Emergency Management Manager Meena Janmohamed, Code Enforcement
Manager Leslie Medina, Police Captain Max Subin, Police Sergeant David Dimond, Administrative Secretary Roger Askin, 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.
There was one public comment.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 23, 2024
2 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda.
By order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of minutes from the Health and Safety Commission regular meeting on August 26, 2024.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Chang, SECONDED by Vice Chair Rosenthal to approve the minutes as amended (4-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baker, Chang, Vice Chair Rosenthal, Chair Felsenthal ABSENT: Commissioner Hilborne
NOES: None
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
• Beverly Hills Community Development Department (Community Preservation) – Code Enforcement Manager Leslie Medina summarized the Smoking, Vaping, and Tobacco Retail Enforcement statistics for April – June 2024; spoke about community outreach and education; and addressed Commissioner inquiries.
• Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) – BHUSD representative Rachelle Marcus spoke about various events and activities including the Wellness Committee; newly appointed Certified Behavior Analyst to serve the Special Education Department; and the Imagine Learning program at the Beverly Hills High School. • Beverly Hills Police Department – Police Captain Max Subin provided an update on Police Department activities and presented the department’s month-to-month crime statistics and response time metrics for July and August 2024, and September 1-15, 2024; and shared the Mental Health Evaluation Team monthly calls for service. • Beverly Hills Fire Department – Deputy Fire Chief Alfred Poirier spoke about Department activities and presented the department’s year-to-year comparable metrics for August 2023 and August 2024. Human Services Administrator Christopher Paulson shared metrics regarding the unhoused programs, housing and shelter occupancy levels, and success stories.
For this meeting, the monthly item titled “Moment of Mindfulness” was heard in conjunction with item #2 under New Business.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 23, 2024
3 NEW BUSINESS
2. Guidance to Achieve Health, Wellbeing and Weight Loss A presentation by Adrianne Youdim, MD, FACP, Board-Certified Weight Loss and Nutrition Expert, Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
She will also lead the Commission in a Moment of Mindfulness.
Adrianne Youdim, MD, FACP spoke about nutrition and wellbeing, and wellness beyond the food we eat. She highlighted five factors to achieve a healthy lifestyle – Food, Movement, Sleep, Nature, and Contemplative Practices, in addition to the company we keep and the type of consumption of media content.
She also led the Commission in a Moment of Mindfulness to build community strength and resilience.
There was one public comment.
3. South American Theft Group
A presentation by the Beverly Hills Police Department.
Beverly Hills Police Sergeant David Dimond presented on the South American Theft Groups (SATGs), referred to as “crime tourists” or “tourist burglars”. The common crime types in Beverly Hills of which 1, 2, and 5 are most recurring in Beverly Hills – Pickpocketing, Vehicle Burglary, Organized Retail Crime, Commercial Burglary, Residential Burglary, and Jewel Heists.
4. Citywide Outdoor Warning System – Test Announcement
A presentation by Beverly Hills Emergency Management Manager Meena Janmohamed.
Fire Department Emergency Management Manager Meena Janmohamed spoke on the Outdoor Warning System project, the location of the 12 warning sirens, and tone and voice capabilities.
5. 2024 Conflict of Interest Code
State law requires that each local agency review its Conflict of Interest Code at least every other year.
State law requires that each local agency review its Conflict of Interest Code at least every other year. It is required per the City’s Conflict of Interest Resolution and for the City to be in compliance with the Fair Political Practices Commission. Formal approval was provided by the Commission.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Chang, SECONDED by Commissioner Baker to approve the 2024 Conflict of Interest Code as presented (4-0).
AYES: Commissioners Baker, Chang, Vice Chair Rosenthal, Chair Felsenthal Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 23, 2024
4 ABSENT: Commissioner Hilborne
NOES: None
Approve as presented:
Commissioner Chang moved to adopt the 2024 Conflict of Interest Code, with Exhibits A and B, for the Health and Safety Commission of the City of Beverly Hills as presented.
Seconded by Commissioner Baker.
PROJECT UPDATES
• Health and Safety Commission Emergency Water Supply Initiative - Blue Can waters are available to Beverly Hills residents and businesses at a discounted price by emailing [email protected]. • Les is More: An Hour with the Mayor (special event in collaboration with the Health and Safety Commission)
- The September edition of Mayor Lester Friedman’s “Les is More: An Hour with the Mayor” event was a special 90-minute event in collaboration with the City’s Health & Safety Commission and featured a panel discussion on Social Media Safety. - The Health and Safety Commission received a proclamation from Mayor Friedman declaring September 4, 2024, as Social Media Safety Day in Beverly Hills.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Chair’s Report –
o Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights – July 9, 2024
o Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights – August 13, 2024
- Meeting highlights for the July 9th and August 13th, 2024, Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting were included in the packet for Commissioners to read. • Commissioner Items –
- Chair Felsenthal and Commissioner Baker shared comments.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Director’s Report –
- Staff shared information about the Firefighter Appreciation event held at Dodgers Stadium on September 22, 2024, attended by Beverly Hills Fire Department staff. • Health and Safety-Related Supplemental Information:
1. Smoking and Tobacco Quarterly Report
2. Beverly Hills Unified School District Strategic Plan – Draft | Pending Board Approval
3. Beverly Hills Police Department Metrics (July and August 2024; September 1- 15th, 2024)
4. Beverly Hills Fire Department Metrics (August 2023 and 2024)
5. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Newsletter September 2024
6. Gavin Newsom Orders State Agencies to Move Homeless People Out of Camps – but to Where?
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
September 23, 2024
5 7. Two Weeks On: Gov. Newsom’s Pacoima Cleanup Aims to Shake Up L.A.’s Homeless Crisis – Here’s What’s Happened So Far
8. City of Beverly Hills Outdoor Warning System
9. NAMI Suicide Prevention Month 2024
10. Eating Disorders: About More than Food
11. Five Ways to Keep Scammers and Hackers Away
12. JUST IN CASE BH Let’s Stay Safe Emergency Preparedness Fair (event flier)
- Health and safety-related supplemental information was included in the packet for Commissioners to read.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: September 23, 2024 / 6:40 p.m.