STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date: May 19, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor & City Council
From: Huma Ahmed, City Clerk
Subject: Commission Reappointment (Cultural Heritage Commission) Attachments: 1. Commissioner Letter
INTRODUCTION
The initial two-year term for Cultural Heritage Commissioner, Lori Greene Gordon, will conclude on June 30, 2026. She is eligible for reappointment to a second term of four years. Commissioner Gordon has also submitted correspondence indicating a willingness to serve a second term from July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2030. This commission meets quarterly.
DISCUSSION
LORI GREENE GORDON (Cultural Heritage Commission)
First term expires June 30, 2026
Meetings held (July 1, 2024 – May 1, 2026)
• 4 Regular
• 4 Special
• 0 Absences (Regular/Special)
• 1 Recusal
FISCAL IMPACT
None
RECOMMENDATION
The City Council Liaisons were consulted regarding the reappointment. The Council liaisons are as follows:
Cultural Heritage Commission
Mayor Craig A. Corman and Councilmember John A. Mirisch Meeting Date: May 19, 2026
In accordance with the reappointment process, the City Council direction is requested.
Once staff receive direction to proceed, a formal report will be prepared and placed on a Consent Agenda for City Council consideration.
Huma Ahmed
City Clerk
Approved By
Attachment 1
Megan Mumby
Subject: FW: Cultural Heritage Commission (Reappointment) From: Lori Greene Gordon <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, May 8, 2026 9:31 AM
To: Huma Ahmed <[email protected]>
Cc: Karen Myron <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Cultural Heritage Commission (Reappointment) Dear Huma,
I am pleased to accept reappointment for a four year term on the Cultural Heritage Commission. I am proud that, under my term as Chair, we have created the first ever Historic Preservation Awards for the City of Beverly Hills. Additionally, we will, continue to offer the Council the opportunity to bestow Golden Shields to important city buildings and identify properties to engage in the landmark process. [thank Mayor Corman, Vice Mayor Wells and the rest of the council for the opportunity to serve.
Best regards,Lori Greene Gordon
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