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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 March 18, 2025
7:14 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. RETIRING COMMISSIONER RECOGNITION
- Deborah Frank - Arts and Culture Commission
- Ira Friedman - Charitable Solicitations Commission
- Cathy Baker - Health and Safety Commission
2. PROCLAMATION - A celebration of Nowruz (Persian New Year) that marks the first day of Spring
3. 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.
WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS RECEIVED
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 February 5, 2025.
Item D-1
APPROVAL OF:
Other Business
None
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 Special Study Session Meeting of February 5, 2025.
Item E-1
2. CONSIDERATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE MINUTES of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of February 5, 2025.
Item E-2
3. CONSIDERATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE MINUTES of the Special Meeting of February 7, 2025.
Item E-3
Demands Paid
4. REVIEW OF BUDGETED DEMANDS PAID, covering dates February 25, 2025 to March 10, 2025.
Item E-4
5. PAYROLL DISBURSEMENT REPORT, covering dates February 25, 2025 to March 10, 2025.
Item E-5
Other Business
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS:
None
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS:
None
APPROVAL OF:
6. TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT (SHABNAM “SHELLEY” AZIZI).
Comment: It is recommended that the City Council appoint Shabnam “Shelley” Azizi to the Traffic and Parking Commission for an initial two-year term to fill the unscheduled vacancy by former commissioner Ron Shalowitz.
Item E-6 Agenda Report
7. REPRESENTATION FOR THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AT THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS REGIONAL CONFERENCE & GENERAL ASSEMBLY ON MAY 1-2, 2025.
Comment: This item is to designate the City’s voting delegate and alternate voting delegate to the Southern California Association of Governments Regional Conference & General Assembly.
Item E-7 Agenda Report
8. REQUEST FOR THE CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER A FREE USE DAY FOR THE INSTALLATION OF MAYOR AND VICE MAYORS ON TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025, AT THE WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS.
Comment: This item is a request for the City Council to consider an approval for a free-use day of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts to host the Installation of the Mayor and Vice Mayors on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
Item E-8 Agenda Report
9. AN AGREEMENT WITH FLOCK GROUP INC. D.B.A FLOCK SAFETY FOR INSTALLATION, CONFIGURATION, AND LEASE OF AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION CAMERAS, AND RELATED SERVICES; AND
APPROVAL OF A CORRESPONDING PURCHASE ORDER IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $380,000 ANNUALLY FOR THE INSTALLATION, CONFIGURATION, AND LEASE OF AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION CAMERAS AND RELATED SERVICES.
Comment: Provides for a five-year master services agreement for the lease and installation of fixed-post automated license plate recognition (ALPR) infrastructure, and related services. This partially grant- funded project will result in the placement of dozens of ALPR sensors in prioritized locations throughout the City in support of key public safety initiatives.
Item E-9 Agenda Report
10. AN AGREEMENT WITH WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. FOR ANNUAL TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES WITHIN CITY LIMITS; AND APPROVAL OF CORRESPONDING PURCHASE ORDERS FOR TREE SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $700,000.
Comment: Staff recommends approval of an agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for comprehensive urban forest maintenance services, including scheduled pruning, tree removal/replacement, and 24-hour emergency response. These comprehensive services ensure the City's iconic tree canopy remains healthy, safe, and aesthetically pleasing for residents and visitors alike.
Item E-10 Agenda Report
11. AN AGREEMENT WITH TV PRO GEAR, INC. FOR TELEVISION PRODUCTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS; AND APPROVAL OF A CORRESPONDING PURCHASE ORDER IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $1,766,051.
Comment: Provides for the replacement of the City's end-of-life television production infrastructure, and includes the acquisition, installation, and ongoing maintenance of this equipment to enhance the City's video production operations. Funding will be provided through public education and government channel fees and cable subscription fees, ensuring no impact on the City's general fund.
Item E-11 Agenda Report
12. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. TO PROVIDE AS-NEEDED PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES; AND
APPROVAL OF A CHANGE PURCHASE ORDER TO CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. FOR A TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $299,950.00; AND
APPROVAL OF A ONE-TIME GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION OF $200,000.00 TO PAY FOR THESE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
Comment: Staff recommends that City Council approve contract Amendment No. 1 with Civic Solutions, Inc., a one-time General Fund appropriation of $200,000, and the corresponding change purchase order in the not-to-exceed amount of $299,950. Civic Solutions, Inc. is providing as needed professional planning services to assist with processing of builders' remedy applications.
Item E-12 Agenda Report
13. A PURCHASE ORDER TO NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP FOR A TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $953,732.05 FOR THE PURCHASE OF NINE (9) POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES AND EIGHT (8) PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT VEHICLES.
Comment: Staff recommends City Council waive the bidding requirements as the City is utilizing the SourceWell bid process and approve a purchase order in the amount of $953,732.05 to National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of specified Police Department and Public Works Department replacement vehicles.
Item E-13 Agenda Report
14. AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER, SOUTHWEST PIPELINE AND TRENCHLESS CORP., FOR SEWER MAIN AND MANHOLE REPAIR AND REHABILITATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,164,350; AND
APPROVAL OF THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS THEREFOR WITH RESPECT TO DESIGN CRITERIA; AND
APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE ORDER IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $8,980,785 TO SOUTHWEST PIPELINE AND TRENCHLESS CORP. FOR THE PROJECT WHICH INCLUDES A CONTINGENCY OF $816,435; AND
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA), CITY COUNCIL WILL ALSO CONSIDER FINDING THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM FURTHER REVIEW UNDER CEQA.
Comment: This is a request for City Council to approve the award of a contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp., for Sewer Main and Manhole Repair and Rehabilitation. This project includes the rehabilitation of approximately 13 miles of sewer lines and 55 manholes Citywide.
Item E-14 Agenda Report
15. AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO AC PROS, INC., FOR THE FIRE STATION NO. 3 HVAC UPGRADES PROJECT; AND
APPROVAL OF A CORRESPONDING PURCHASE ORDER IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $323,564; AND
APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS THEREFOR WITH RESPECT TO DESIGN CRITERIA; AND
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA), CITY COUNCIL WILL ALSO CONSIDER FINDING THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM FURTHER REVIEW UNDER CEQA.
Comment: Staff recommends that City Council approve the Fire Station No. 3 Hvac Upgrades contract with AC Pros, Inc.
Item E-15 Agenda Report
16. AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO AC PROS, INC., FOR THE FIRE STATION NO. 1 VENTILATION UPGRADES PROJECT; AND
APPROVAL OF A CORRESPONDING PURCHASE ORDER IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $345,207; AND
APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS THEREFOR WITH RESPECT TO DESIGN CRITERIA; AND
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA), CITY COUNCIL WILL ALSO CONSIDER FINDING THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM FURTHER REVIEW UNDER CEQA.
Comment: Staff recommends that City Council approve the Fire Station No. 1 Ventilation Upgrades Project contract with AC Pros, Inc.
Item E-16 Agenda Report
17. ACCEPTANCE OF THE CONTRACT WORK FOR:
A. CIVIC CENTER PARKING GARAGE IMPROVEMENTS FOR SECURE VEHICLE PARKING PROJECT WITH WAISMAN CONSTRUCTION INC. IN THE FINAL AMOUNT OF $788,468.57; AND
AUTHORIZATION OF CITY CLERK TO RECORD NOTICE OF COMPLETION.
B. SHELL AND CORE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AT 430 N. CAMDEN DRIVE PROJECT WITH BALFOUR BEATTY CONSTRUCTION, LLC, IN THE FINAL AMOUNT OF $3,210,579.12; 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-17 Agenda Report
F.
CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING
TO SET:
None
TO CONSIDER:
None
G.
CITY COUNCIL CONTINUED AND NEW BUSINESS
1. REVIEW OF COMMISSION STANDARDIZATION AD HOC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING THE CHARITABLE SOLICITATIONS COMMISSION, HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION, AND HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION.
Comment: This report seeks City Council direction regarding a recommendation from the Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee to sunset the Charitable Solicitations Commission, and to merge the Health and Safety Commission with the Human Relations Commission.
Item G-1 Agenda Report
2. MIDYEAR UPDATE ON FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 GENERAL FUND AND ENTERPRISE FUND FINANCIAL RESULTS, GENERAL FUND FORECAST, AND UPDATES ON COST REDUCTION AND REVENUE ENHANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES.
Comment: This report provides a midyear update of the City's financial performance for fiscal year 2024-25. It includes a comparative analysis of the General Fund results against the same period in fiscal year 2023-24, as well as an assessment of Enterprise Fund performance relative to the fiscal year 2024-25 revised budget. Additionally, this report offers a General Fund forecast for the remainder of the current fiscal year, a ten-year General Fund forecast through fiscal year 2033-34, and an update on reviews performed and strategies implemented to-date for cost reduction and revenue enhancement opportunities to address forecasted future deficits.
Item G-2 Agenda Report
3. PROPOSED CITY EMPLOYEE POLICE OFFICER REFERRAL INCENTIVE PROGRAM.
Comment: Staff recommends approval of the Police Department Referral Incentive Program.
Item G-3 Agenda Report
4. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
5. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER
6. CITY COUNCILMEMBER AND COMMITTEE REPORTS AND COMMENTS H.
COMMISSION SYNOPSIS
1. TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION- Regular Meeting of February 6, 2025.
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION- Regular Meeting of February 11, 2025.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION- Regular Meeting of February 13, 2025.
ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION- Special Meeting of February 18, 2025.
HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION- Regular Meeting of February 24, 2025.
PLANNING COMMISSION- Regular Meeting of February 27, 2025.
Item H-1
I.
OTHER BUSINESS
J.
ADJOURNMENT
The next City Council meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2025 (City Council Installation). *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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