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CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Council Chamber
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills,
CA
90210
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AND PARKING AUTHORITY MEETING December 3, 2024
7:01 PM*
Please be advised that pre-entry metal detector screening requirements are now in place at City Hall. Members of the public are requested to plan visits accordingly.
Members of the public may participate in the meeting by attending in-person or telephonically, and may view the meeting through live webcast or BHTV Channel 10 on Spectrum Cable.
City Council/Parking Authority meetings are broadcast on local Beverly Hills television and on other media platforms. Anyone who participates at the meeting and/or enters the City Council Chamber is subject to having their image displayed. These recordings will remain publicly accessible in perpetuity.
Public Comment Participation:
- Oral Comment/Listen only: (310) 288-2288
- Email: [email protected]
- Video (during public comment only): http://beverlyhills.org/comment
- To Watch Video Live: http://beverlyhills.org/live or On-Demand: http://beverlyhills.org/citycouncilmeetings
- In-Person: Submit a Speaker Card to the City Clerk at the meeting
How to Submit Public Comment (Email/Video):
It is recommended that public written comments be submitted to the City Clerk’s office by 12:00 p.m. on the meeting date. Public comments will also be taken during the meeting when the topic is being reviewed by the City Council/Parking Authority. Written comments should identify the Agenda Item Number or Topic in the subject line of the email. The City Clerk will read only the first three minutes (approximately 350 words) of a written comment. In the event of a large number of written comments on one item, written comments may be summarized by the City Clerk’s Office. The entire written comment shall be archived in full as part of the record.
If a comment is received after the agenda item is heard, it will not be a part of the record. Public comment via video conference will be no longer than three (3) minutes per each individual comment, subject to City Council discretion based on the anticipated length in the meeting. In-person speaker cards may be submitted to the City Clerk directly during the meeting.
The City Council/Parking Authority may act on any item listed on the agenda.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A.
ROLL CALLS
B.
PRESENTATIONS
1. TEXT BH – Text messages on any City-related topic may be sent to (310) 596-4265. City staff will acknowledge receipt of the text message within one business day, however, resolution of issues may take longer. If you would like to receive updated text alerts from the Beverly Hills Police Department, please text “BHPDalert” to 888777. Text alerts will keep you informed of any Police activity within the City.
C.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. TELEPHONE CALL-IN: (310) 288-2288 Members of the public are invited to listen to the meeting telephonically or share oral communications on this phone line.
2. AUDIENCE COMMENTS. Any person wishing to address the City Council/Parking Authority on any matter may do so in writing, through email or in-person. However, the State open meetings law (Government Code Section 54950 et seq.) prohibits the City Council/Parking Authority from providing a detailed response or acting upon any item not contained on the agenda posted 72 hours before a regular meeting and 24 hours before a special meeting. If you wish to address the City Council/Parking Authority at this time, please email or provide an in-person speaker card to the City Clerk prior to or during the meeting. The City Clerk will read only the first three minutes (approximately 350 words) of a written comment. In the event of a large number of written comments on one item, written comments may be summarized by the City Clerk’s Office. The entire written comment shall be archived in full as part of the record. Public comment via video conference or in-person will be no longer than three (3) minutes per each individual comment, subject to City Council discretion based on the anticipated length in the meeting.
D.
PARKING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
Any item may be removed from the Consent Calendar by a member of the Parking Authority or by a person in attendance, with the concurrence of the Parking Authority.
FISCAL IMPACT REPORT
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA:
“I move the adoption of the Consent Agenda, as follows” Minutes
1. CONSIDERATION BY THE PARKING AUTHORITY OF THE MINUTES of the Meeting of August 6, 2024.
Item D-1
Other Business
2. THIRD AMENDMENT TO BROKER LEASING & COMMISSION AGREEMENT WITH CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD OF CALIFORNIA, INC. FOR THE LEASE OF TENANT SPACE AT 439 NORTH CAÑON DRIVE, SECOND FLOOR.
Comment: The third amendment to broker leasing & commission agreement is for marketing and negotiating the terms of lease for the Second Floor at 439 North Cañon Drive. The agreement expires December 31, 2024, and the amendment would extend the term to June 30, 2025, with one, six-month extension option.
Item D-2
E.
CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
Any item may be removed from the Consent Calendar by a member of the City Council or requested by a person in attendance, with the concurrence of the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT REPORT
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA:
“I move the adoption of the Consent Agenda, as follows” Minutes
1. CONSIDERATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE MINUTES of the Study Session Meeting of August 6, 2024.
Item E-1
2. CONSIDERATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of August 6, 2024.
Item E-2
Demands Paid
3. REVIEW OF BUDGETED DEMANDS PAID, covering dates November 8, 2024 to November 21, 2024.
Item E-3
4. PAYROLL DISBURSEMENT REPORT, covering dates November 8, 2024 to November 21, 2024.
Item E-4
Other Business
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS:
5. AMENDING BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATIONS FOR EMERGENCY SHELTERS; FAMILY, SINGLE HOUSEKEEPING UNITS AND SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES; COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES; TRANSITIONAL OR SUPPORTIVE HOUSING; REPLACEMENT UNITS FOR PARCELS IN THE SITES INVENTORY OF THE HOUSING ELEMENT, AND MAKING A DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Second Reading - For Adoption Comment: An ordinance to update various regulations related to housing to bring these code sections into compliance with state law, and as directed by several Implementation Programs from the adopted Housing Element (Programs 11.1, 11.5, and 11.7).
Item E-5 Agenda Report
6. AMENDING THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVISE THE PROCESS PERTAINING TO THE GROUND FOR EVICTION BASED ON A FINDING THAT A TENANT IS A DISRUPTIVE TENANT AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Second Reading - For Adoption Comment: This ordinance amends the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to revise the disruptive tenant process such that applications for disruptive tenant determinations are made by a hearing officer rather than by a subcommittee of the City Council.
Item E-6 Agenda Report
7. AMENDING THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ELIMINATE THE RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Second Reading - For Adoption Comment: This ordinance amends the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to eliminate the Rent Stabilization Commission. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS:
None
Item E-7 Agenda Report
APPROVAL OF:
8. REQUEST FOR THE CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER A FREE USE DAY FOR THE US CONFERENCE OF MAYORS AGAINST ANTISEMITISM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024, AT THE WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS.
Comments: Staff recommends the City council approve the allocation of one of the City's free-use days at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts ("The Wallis") for conference sessions of the US Conference of Mayors Against Antisemitism, hosted by Combat Antisemitism Movement and Chaired by Mayor Friedman, taking place on Thursday, December 12, 2024.
Item E-8 Agenda Report
9. ACCEPTANCE OF THE CONTRACT WORK FOR:
A. 438 N. BEVERLY - 439 N. CAÑON DRIVE TENANT BUILDING PARTIAL ROOFING REPLACEMENT PROJECT WITH PACIFIC SINGLE PLY ROOFING, INC., IN THE FINAL AMOUNT OF $767,260.47; AND
AUTHORIZATION OF CITY CLERK TO RECORD NOTICE OF COMPLETION
B. FIRE STATION NO. 3 PARKING GARAGE ROLL UP DOORS PROJECT WITH COMMERCIAL DOOR COMPANY, INC. IN THE FINAL AMOUNT OF $138,961; AND
AUTHORIZATION OF CITY CLERK TO RECORD NOTICE OF COMPLETION.
Comment: Staff recommends acceptance of the described contract work and authorization of the City Clerk to record the Notices of Completion.
Item E-9 Agenda Report
F.
CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING
TO SET:
None
TO CONSIDER:
1. AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING COVENANT TO REMOVE MEDICAL USE LIMITATIONS IN THE EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING; AND REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A NEW COVENANT LOCATED AT 9150 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD.
Comment: Modification of an existing covenant to remove the existing restriction regarding the amount of medical floor area permitted and authorize the City Manager to execute a new covenant located at 9150 Wilshire Boulevard. The Council will also consider adoption of a categorical exemption, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act.
Item F-1 Agenda Report
G.
CITY COUNCIL CONTINUED AND NEW BUSINESS
1. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
2. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER
3. CITY COUNCILMEMBER AND COMMITTEE REPORTS AND COMMENTS H.
COMMISSION SYNOPSIS
1. PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION - Regular Meeting of October 10, 2024 ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION - Regular Meeting of October 16, 2024 ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION - Regular Meeting of October 22, 2024 Item H-1
I.
OTHER BUSINESS
J.
ADJOURNMENT
The next City Council meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024. *Time is approximate - Live City Council meeting coverage will be available via BHTV Channel 10 on Spectrum Cable and webcast live at www.beverlyhills.org/live
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To access the City Council and City Commission video archives, along with local programs and schedules, visit www.beverlyhills.org/bhtv
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