CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
October 10, 2024
8:00 AM
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MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 10, 2024 / 8:00 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Ritterbush, Kimura, Vice Chair Nehoray Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Nystrom, Chair Millan Staff Present: Vince Damasse, Josette Descalzo, Daren Grilley, Amanda Grossman, Jazmin Hadden, Ilene Knebel, Robert Welch
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Public Speaker: None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The Chair advised of moving TAB 3 prior to TAB 2, per staff’s recommendation.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Kimura, SECONDED by Commissioner Ritterbush to modify the agenda order, hearing TAB 3 prior to TAB 2 (3/0).
AYES: Commissioners Ritterbush, Kimura, Vice Chair Nehoray NOES: None.
CARRIED.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Consideration of Minutes
Consideration of Minutes of the Public Works Commission special meeting of September 6, 2024.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Kimura, SECONDED by Commissioner Ritterbush to approve the Consent Calendar item (3/0).
AYES: Commissioners Ritterbush, Kimura, Vice Chair Nehoray NOES: None.
CARRIED
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REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Operations Reports from City Departments, Consultants and Outside Agencies Metropolitan Water District (MWD) Director, Dr. Barry Pressman was not available for the meeting.
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Programs Manager Josette Descalzo introduced Los Angeles County Sustainability Office Representative Raj Dhillon. He shared information about his office, what they do and their mission to provide policy support and guidance in the Los Angeles region to make communities heathier, more livable, and more sustainable. He discussed their sustainability plan topics, goals, strategies, and actions. Some key initiatives are Climate Vulnerability Assessment, Heat Action Plan, Cities Engagement, and the Community Forest Management Plan. He also noted the bi-monthly informational workshops with participating cities to discuss their sustainability efforts/best practices. Their office has been a great resource for the City of Beverly Hills in implementing the single-use plastic ordinance. The Commission asked how the results are measured and inquired about future resources needed for additional housing units.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
2. Climate Action and Adaptation Plan - Consumptive Based Emissions (TAB Taken out of order)
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Programs Manager Josette Descalzo presented this item. The goal of the program is to capture the overall emission information from the Beverly Hills area and ultimately reduce it. The CBE is data (an estimate of household emissions) to further understand the behavior of our community and focus on areas that with an educational outreach will help those to invest in their property and change their behavior in order to reduce emissions produced. Emissions come from energy, water and waste. CBE measures the embedded emissions of the consumption of good and services. The methodology was reviewed that was used to compile the CBE, included the CoolClimate Calculator. He also compared surrounding counties and their emissions, and strategies to monitor behavior change and community engagement.
Staff asked if the Commission wanted to consider the CBE in future years to check its progress, any additional engagement and monitoring strategies do they want prioritized and are there any other recommendations for fostering behavioral change in Beverly Hills.
The Commission suggested workshops and or community advisory groups, discussed how to measure behavior change, and gave examples of other ways to identify options and lead by example to show our residents and businesses what is expected.
The commission took a break at 9:21 AM.
The commission returned from break at 9:30 AM.
3. Sandpit Site Update (Tab taken out of order)
Water Resources Operations Manager Vince Damasee was joined by Hydrogeologist Tony Hicke from Richard Slade and Associates, gave an update on the sand pit site, previous work and recent actions and options moving forward. The Commission Ad Hoc reported that they were not in favor of pursuing this location any further due to the costs for monitoring and construction challenges. There was brief discussion about the current location, its contamination and cleanup. The Commission recommended keeping the site and continuing to explore other Public Works Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
October 10, 2024
locations in the area, do not continue monitoring, and, at a later date, decide on the future regarding the ultimate outcome of the sandpit site.
NEW BUSINESS
4. Make Conservation a California Way of Life
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Programs Manager Josette Descalzo presented this item. This is a new regulation to establish long term water conservation for the State of California that will be applicable to urban water purveyors and not individual customers. He reviewed objectives, indoor and outdoor standards, and the amount of water needed to sufficiently water to maintain a healthy and efficient landscape. Future reports to the Commission will include compliance reporting, and metrics for tracking compliance. The Commission expressed the importance of the educational component, and how the city must lead by example to show the public how to conserve.
PROJECT UPDATES AND STATUS ITEMS
5. Water Efficiency Update
Utilities General Manager Robert Welch introduced the recently hired Sustainability Team, consisting of Sustainability Program Administrator Amanda Grossman, Sustainability Analysts Jazmin Hadden and Trevor Alsop. There were no comments on the agenda item.
6. Capital Projects Update
Assistant Director/City Engineer Daren Grilley gave a brief update on the Coldwater Cañon roadway reconstruction project and the Street and Alley Improvement Project. The Commission inquired about replacement tree planting on Coldwater Cañon in relation to the sidewalks. It was also noted that there are many CIP Projects running concurrently, and we are fully staffed to handle them all. The AMI Project is nearing the final stages of selecting a vendor.
7. Specific Information and Department Updates
This item was for information only.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
8. Chair’s Report
Vice Chair Nehoray noted the highlights from the Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
9. Director’s Report
Utilities General Manager Robert Welch reviewed upcoming events. Sustainability Program Administrator Amanda Grossman updated the Commission on the recent Hazardous Waste Round up and the Paper Shredding & Compost Giveaway.
ADJOURNMENT
Date/Time: October 10, 2024 / 10:13 AM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
October 16, 2024
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 16, 2024 / 1:35 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Matson (arrived 3:34 PM), Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Devlin
Staff Present: Mark Odell, Deborah Hong, Ally Majka, 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.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as amended, moving items # 3 – Van Cleef and Arpels and #6 – David Yurman, to be heard later in the meeting, after 3:30 PM.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting of September 18, 2024.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Smooke to adopt the minutes as presented (4-0-2).
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AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Chair Meyer advised that he has financial interest in real property located more than 500 feet but less than 1,000 feet from the project at 509 North Rodeo Drive, and has considered whether the proposed project would change the Development potential; Income producing potential; Highest and best use; Character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or Market value of the real property in which he has a financial interest. Based on the nature of the proposed project, he finds that it would not change any of the previously stated factors, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matter.
2. 509 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Single Family Residence (PL2400367)
Request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence, located in the Central Area of the City, north of Santa Monica Boulevard.
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: Mark Odell, Urban Designer
Project Applicant: Arbi Karapetian, K&M Engineering and Design Corp Project Representative: Arbi Karapetian, K&M Engineering and Design Corp Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Chair Meyer, SECONDED by Vice Chair Pynoos to continue the item to the November 20, 2024 Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting (4-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
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Commissioner Schreiber advised that her home is located more than 500 feet but less than 1,000 feet from the project at 9320 Wilshire Boulevard, and she has considered whether the proposed project would change the Development potential; Income producing potential; Highest and best use; Character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or Market value of my real property. Based on the nature of the proposed project, she finds that it would not change any of the previously stated factors, and will participate in the consideration of this matter.
Taken Out of Order
4. 9320 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
Banc of California (PL2400391)
Request for approval of an architectural review for Business Identification signs. 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: Banc of California
Project Representative: AKC Permit, Inc.
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
5. 501 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Barrett Plastic Surgery (PL2400392)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Building Identification Sign. 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: Barrett Plastic Surgery
Project Representatives: Orange County Signs
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by
Commissioner Smooke to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0- 2).
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AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
Chair Meyer advised that he has financial interest in real property located more than 500 feet but less than 1,000 feet from the project at 469 North Canon Drive, and has considered whether the proposed project would change the Development potential; Income producing potential; Highest and best use; Character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or Market value of the real property in which he has a financial interest. Based on the nature of the proposed project, he finds that it would not change any of the previously stated factors, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matter.
Taken Out of Order
7. 469 NORTH CANON DRIVE
Casablanca (PL2400394)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a façade remodel, a Sign Accommodation for multiple Business Identification Signs including projecting signs, and 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: CBP US Corp
Project Representative: Kenneth Park Architects
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner Schreiber to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
Chair Meyer advised that he has financial interest in real property located more than 300 feet but less than 1,000 feet from the project at 449 North Rodeo Drive, and has considered whether the proposed project would change the Development potential; Income producing potential; Highest and best use; Character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or Market value of the real property in which he has a financial interest. Based on the nature of the proposed project, he finds that it would not change any of the previously stated factors, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matter.
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8. 449 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Boucheron (PL2400395)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a façade remodel, an interior security grille, a sign Accommodation for multiple Business Identification Signs, and 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: Boucheron Americas
Project Representative: Gruen Associates
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by Vice Chair Pynoos to adopt the resolution as presented (4-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
The Commission took a recess at 3:02 PM.
The Commission reconvened at 3:17 PM.
Taken Out of Order
10. 2024 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE REVIEW
Standard review of the Architectural and Design Review Commission’s Conflict of Interest Code.
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by Chair Meyer to adopt the 2024 Conflict of Interest Code, with Exhibits A and B, for the Architectural and Design Review Commission of the City of Beverly Hills as presented (4-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Devlin, Matson
CARRIED
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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:
▪ At its October 9 regular meeting, The Cultural Heritage Commission nominated Mr Chow as a potential recipient of the Golden Shield Award. This, along with six other nominees, will be presented to the City Council for formal consideration at its meeting on November 7.
▪ The Cultural Heritage Commission also discussed the possibility of creating a preservation awards program.
▪ The Architectural and Design Review Commission is scheduled to hold a special meeting to conduct a project preview of the One Beverly Hills project on Tuesday, October 22.
11. 2024 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed.
12. 2025 Draft Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed; all draft meeting dates will remain as proposed.
The Commission took a recess at 3:25 PM.
The Commission reconvened at 3:34 PM with Commissioner Matson now in attendance.
9. 232 SOUTH DOHENY DRIVE
Multifamily Residential Building (PL2400397)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a new five-story, nine-unit multi-family residential building with rooftop uses and landscaping. 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: 232 Doheny, LLC.
Project Representative: Jamsheed Sobhani
Public Input: Matt Leach
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by
Commissioner Matson to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0-1).
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AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Devlin
CARRIED
Return to Order
Citing a financial interest in real property less than 500 feet from both project sites, Chair Meyer recused from items #3 and #6 and left the meeting room at 4:21 PM.
3. 300 NORTH RODEO DRIVE
Van Cleef & Arpels (PL2400390)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a Sign Accommodation for a temporary mural or similar environmental graphics on the façade of an existing commercial building.
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: Paul Kanin
Project Representative: Gruen Associates
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Schreiber, SECONDED by
Commissioner Smooke to adopt the resolution as presented (4-0- 1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Devlin
RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
6. 9460 BRIGHTON WAY
David Yurman (PL2400393)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a façade remodel and a Sign Accommodation for multiple Business Identification Signs including projecting signs. 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: David Yurman
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Project Representative: Watershed Partners
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Matson, SECONDED by Commissioner Smooke to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Smooke, Schreiber, Matson, Vice Chair Pynoos NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Devlin
RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
Chair Meyer returned to the meeting at 4:35 PM
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: October 16, 2024 / 4:37 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
SYNOPSIS
October 22, 2024
9:00 AM
Recordings of the Architectural Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: October 22, 2024 / 9:02 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Smooke, Devlin, Schreiber, Matson (arrived 10:44 AM), Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Masa Alkire, Mark Odell, Andre Sahakian, Deborah Hong, 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.
Public Input: Steve Mayer
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and with the concurrence of the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
None
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
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CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
None
STUDY SESSION
None
PROJECT PREVIEW
1. 9876, 9900, AND 9988 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
One Beverly Hills Project Preview
Request for a preliminary project review for the new construction of the “One Beverly Hills” mixed-use building complex.
Ex Parte Communications: Chair Meyer disclosed attending the project’s groundbreaking ceremony, and also attending a project briefing in the Applicant’s office. Commissioner Schreiber, Vice Chair Pynoos, Commissioner Devlin, and Commissioner Smooke all disclosed attending a similar project briefing in the Applicant’s office. Upon his arrival later in the meeting, Commissioner Matson also disclosed attending a project briefing in the Applicant’s office. Commissioner attendance at the briefings was in compliance with the Brown Act, and members of City staff were present at all briefings.
Project Planner: Mark Odell, Urban Designer
Project Applicant: BH Luxury Residences, LLC
Project Representatives: Cain Development
Larry Greene, Armstrong Yakubu, Tanuj Goenka, Mark Rios, Cristina Signi
The Commission took a recess at 10:35 AM.
The Commission reconvened at 10:43 AM
Commissioner Matson arrived at 10:44 AM
Public Input: None
The Commission received the staff report and applicant presentation, asked questions regarding the project, and provided preliminary feedback along with requests for additional clarifying information. No formal Commission action was taken at this time; the project will return to the Architectural and Design Review Commission for formal review at a future noticed public hearing.
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COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• In response a non-agenda comment regarding the Architectural and Design Review Commission’s involvement in a study session discussion that will soon come before the Planning Commission, Vice Chair Pynoos inquired if the Architectural and Design Review Commission would have input in the matter. City Planner Masa Alkire advised that the Planning Commission’s discussion is an early-stage dialogue, and as the topic progresses, the Architectural and Design Review Commission will have input on the matter.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
None
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: October 22, 2024 / 11:55 AM