BEVERLY HILLS. CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS

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1 rr BEVERLY HILLS CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS January 10, :30 PM H-i MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: January 10, 2018 / 1:31 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Commissioners Greer, Beck, Pynoos, Vice Chair Waldow, Chair Furie Mark Odell, Reina Kapadia, Karen Myron, David Snow, Jan Ostashay (City Historic Consultant) 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. Speakers: APPROVAL OF AGENDA By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Consideration of Minutes of the Cuftural Heritage Commission special meeting of October 10, CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Consideration of Minutes of the Cultural Heritage Commission special meeting of November 8, Recordings of the Cultural Heritage Commission s meetings are available online at

2 Cultural Heritage Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 10, 2018 Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Beck, SECONDED by Commissioner Greet to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0). Commissioners Greet, Beck, Pynoos, Vice Chair Waldow, Chair Furie CARRI ED REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES CONTINUED BUSINESS NORTH CRESCENT DRIVE UNION 76 SERVICE CENTER Landmark Nomination Preliminary Hearing and recommendation by the Cultural Heritage Commission to move forward with nomination proceedings at a future hearing for potential listing of the subject property as a Local Landmark. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Cultural Heritage Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Mark Odell, Urban Designer Commission-Initiated By Order of the Chair and with the consensus of the Commission, the item was continued to a special meeting of the Cultural Heritage Commission on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 3:30 PM. NEW BUSINESS SOUTH CRESCENT DRIVE Landmark Initiation Initiation of Nomination Proceedings for inclusion onto the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties for the property located at 157 South Crescent Drive Project Planner: Property Owners: Public Input: Motion: Mark Odell, Urban Designer Richard and Jennifer Schreiber MOVED by Commissioner Greet, SECONDED by Commissioner Beck to initiate Nomination Proceedings (5-0). Commissioners Greet, Beck, Pynoos, Vice Chair Waldow, Chair Furie Page 2 of 4

3 Cultural Heritage Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 10, 2018 CARRIED SOUTH CRESCENT DRIVE Preliminary Hearing Preliminary Heating for inclusion onto the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties for the property located at 157 South Crescent Drive Project Planner: Property Owners: Public Input: Motion: Mark Odell, Urban Designer Richard and Jennifer Schreiber MOVED by Commissioner Greet, SECONDED by Commissioner Beck that the Commission finds the property merits formal consideration of Nomination Proceedings (5-0). Commissioners Greet, Beck, Pynoos, Vice Chair Waldow, Chair Furie CARRI ED WILSHIRE BOULEVARD Certificate of Appropriateness and Sign Accommodation (PL ) Certificate of Appropriateness for interior modifications and a Sign Accommodation for building identification signage for a new tenant at the Gibraltar Square Kate Mantilini Building landmark property at 9101 Wilshire Boulevard. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Cultural Heritage Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Motion: Mark Odell, Urban Designer Jan Ostashay, City Historic Consultant Jonathan Doty, Charles Company owner s agent MOVED by Vice Chair Waldow, SECONDED by Commissioner Greet to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0). Commissioners Greet, Beck, Pynoos, Vice Chair Waldow, Chair Furie CARRIED COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Commissioner Waldow noted that the Ad Hoc Committee had recently met to discuss guidelines for the potential relocation of Historic Resources; refinements to the proposed guidelines are in process, and will be presented to the full Commission upon completion. Page 3 of 4

4 Cultural Heritage Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 10, 2018 Commission Pynoos noted an upcoming event at Robinson Gardens recognizing Frank Lloyd Wright s architectural exhibitions Chair Furie acknowledged receipt of comments from community members regarding the cultural resource study in the draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the property at 100 North Crescent Drive. Chair Furie asked that staff agendize this item when the revised EIR is received, so that the Commission can discuss the matter as appropriate Commissioner Greer mentioned the opportunity for fellow Commissioners, or other interested parties, to be a part of a Committee to discuss treatment of historic murals at El Rodeo school COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF Urban Designer Updates o Urban Designer Mark Odell noted staff is working the City s Graphics Department on proposed Route 66 signage, which will be presented to the Traffic and Parking Commission and the City Council Liaisons before being reviewed by the full Cultural Heritage Commission. o Graphics for the Golden Shield are in the refinement stage, and will also be brought to the City Council Liaisons prior to final review by the Cultural Heritage Commission Final Meeting Schedule o Received and filed ADJOURNMENT Date/Time: January 10, 2018 /2:46 PM Page 4 of 4

5 BEVERLY ILt4 CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Council Chamber 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS January 11,2018 1:30 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: January 11,2018/1:33 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE SWEARING IN OF COMMISSIONER PETER OSTROFF New Commissioner Peter Ostroff was sworn in by City Clerk Byron Pope ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Commissioners Corman, Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht, Chair Gordon Susan Healy Keene, Masa Alkire, Timothea Tway, Cynthia de Ia Torre, Chloe Chen, Karen Myron, David Snow 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. Speakers: APPROVAL OF AGENDA By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of December 14, Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Block, SECONDED by Vice Chair Licht to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented (4-0-1). Recordings of the Planning commission s meetings are available online at

6 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January11, 2018 ABSTAIN: Commissioners Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht, Chair Gordon Commissioner Ostroff CARRIED REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES CONTINUED BUSINESS MAYTOR PLACE Trousdale View Restoration (PL ) Request for a View Restoration Permit by the View Owner at 1111 Maytor Place for the complete removal of six trees located on a neighbor s property at 1100 Maytor Place (Foliage Owner 1) and for the complete removal of three trees located on a neighbor s property at 1119 North Hillcrest Road (Foliage Owner 2). Continued from the November 9, 2017 Planning Commission Hearing. Associate Planner Cynthia de Ia Torre provided a brief update on the project; advising that the View Owner has requested to continue the item to a future hearing. By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the item was continued to the February 22, 2018 Planning Commission regular meeting SOUTH SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD Residential Overlay Zone (PLI ) Request for a General Plan Amendment, Zone Text Amendment, Planned Development, and Vesting Tentative Tract map to create a Residential Overlay Zone and allow a five-story, mixed-use project consisting of 27 residential condominium units and ground floor retail in a Commercial Zone on the property located at 9908 South Santa Monica Boulevard. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider a Final Environmental Impact Report. Continued from the November 28, 2017 Planning Commission Hearing. Ex Pafle Communications: Commissioner Block disclosed a meeting with Cliff Goldstein on December 28, 201, at which time Mr. Goldstein discussed the proposed modifications to the project. Commissioner Shooshani also disclosed meeting with Mr. Goldstein. Vice Chair Licht disclosed meeting with Drew Planting to discuss the project. Commissioner Ostroff also disclosed meeting with Mr. Goldstein, at which time he described the various changes that had been made to the proposed project. All Commissioners with ex parte communications confirmed to remain open-minded about the project. Chair Gordon had no ex parte communications related to this item. Commissioner Ostroff advised that while he was not a seated member of the Commission when the item was previously reviewed by the Planning Commission, he was present in the audience at those hearings, and had reviewed all background materials and is prepared to participate today s hearing. Page2of5

7 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January11, 2018 Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Masa Alkire, AICP, Principal Planner 9908 Santa Monica Blvd., LLC By Order of the Chair and with the consensus of all Commissioners, the item was continued to a date uncertain. Public Notice in accordance with the City s Noticing Guidelines will be issued when the item is scheduled to appear on a future agenda. The Commission took a recess at 3:04 PM. The Commission reconvened at 3:13 PM. PLANNING COMMISSION I BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS I PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS NEW BUSINESS NORTH CANON DRIVE (SALON 90210) In-Lieu Parking Request (PLI ) Request to provide two parking spaces through participation in the City s In-Lieu Parking Program to meet parking requirements for a 439-square-foot addition to the existing building, and a request to modify a previously-imposed condition restricting the third floor of the building to general office use, Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Ex Parte Communications: Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Motion: Cynthia de Ia Torre, Associate Planner Albert Ahobim MOVED by Commissioner Block, SECONDED by Commissioner Shooshani to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0). Commissioners Ostroff, Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht, Chair Gordon CARRIED STUDY SESSION No items COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Mayor s Cabinet Meeting o Chair Gordon provided a brief report from the Mayor s Cabinet Meeting Page 3 of 5

8 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 11,2018 COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF City Planner Updates o Principal Planner Masa Alkire provided brief updates on the following: City Planner Ryan Gohlich and his wife welcomed a baby girl last week; Mr. Gohlich will be returning to Planning Commission meetings in February Staff welcomes Peter Ostroff as the newest Planning Commissioner Staff will begin coordination of a tour of automated parking facilities in nearby cities such as West Hollywood and Culver City; available dates in the Spring will be circulated to the Commission for final scheduling 5. Upcoming Projects List o Received and filed 6. Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Update o Received and filed Meeting Schedule o Received and filed The Commission took a recess at 3:33 PM The Commission reconvened at 7:00 PM The following item will be heard at or after 7:00 PM: PLANNING COMMISSION I BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS I PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS NEW BUSINESS, EVENING SESSION Commissioner Ostroff advised, that after consultation with Assistant City Attorney David Snow, and ultimately under the advice of the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC), he regrettably would not be participating in the public hearing for item #8. Commissioner Ostroff left the dais at 7:02 PM. 8. ORDINANCE REVISING REGULATIONS RELATED TO BASEMENTS IN SINGLE FAMILY AREAS OF THE CITY AND GRADING AND RETAINING WALLS IN THE HILLSIDE AREA OF THE CITY Consider a resolution recommending to the City Council an ordinance revising regulations related to basements in single family areas of the City and grading and retaining walls in the Hillside Area of the City. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for the ordinance. Ex Pafle Communications: Commissioner Block disclosed speaking with Debbie Weiss and Ron Richards, Commissioner Shooshani disclosed a conversation with Murray Fischer, Vice Chair Licht disclosed speaking with Debbie Weiss and Ron Richards, and Chair Gordon disclosed speaking with Debbie Weiss. All Commissioners advised that they remain open minded on this matter. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Timothea Tway, AICP, Senior Planner City-Initiated Page4of5

9 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 11, 2018 Public Input: James Blakeley Municipal League of Beverly Hills, Mike Wang, Daniel Freedman Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell I Sagebrook Investments, Tom Levyn, Steve Webb, Matt Leipzig, Dorothy Lee (time ceded to Philip Tseng), Philip Tseng, Murray Fischer, Matt Silberstein, Jan Martin, Cerise Carleo Harrison Design, Tony Spann Harrison Design, Holland Ashrafnia, Julie Glucksman, Brian Pinkett, William Mungall, Larry Murphy, Melanie & Tom Staggs, Anne Ostroff, Maggie Schaffer, Adrian Lorimer, Lindsay Tabaian Loma Linda Trust, Debbie Weiss, Ron Richards 13 Lago Vista residents The Commission took a recess at 8.42 PM. The Commission reconvened at 8:59 PM. Motion RECUSED: MOVED by Commissioner Block, SECONDED by Commissioner Shooshani to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1). Commissioners Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht, Chair Gordon* Commissioner Ostroff *Chair Gordon stated that she supports the proposed Ordinance, with exception to the Commission s change in Category 5 Hillside pipeline projects, as detailed in the staff report. The Chair would like the City Council to be advised of staff s original recommendation for Category 5 pipeline projects, so that the Council can make its own determination. CARRIED ADJOURNMENT Date I Time: January 11, 2018 I 9:54 PM Page 5 of 5

10 rç BEVERLY -ILLs CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS January 17, :30 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: January 17,2018! 1:30 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Commissioners Persovski, Peteris, Gardner Apatow, Vice Chair Hirschfeld, Chair Kaye Mark Odell, Fernando Solis, 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. Speakers: APPROVAL OF AGENDA By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural Commission regular meeting of December 20, WILSHIRE BOULEVARD 9200 Wilshire (PL ) Request for approval for the construction of a new six (6) story mixed-use building, landscape elements, and parking signage. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a final EIR for this project was certified in 2007 by the City Council. Addendums to the final EIR were approved for this project by the Planning Commission on October 12, There have been no changes or further information which Recordings of the Architectural commission s meetings are available online at

11 Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 17, 2018 would require additional environmental review at this time. (Continued from the December 20, 2017 Architectural Commission meeting and will be continued to the February 21, 2018 Architectural Commission meeting.) NORTH LA CIENEGA BOULEVARD Elysee Beauty (PLI ) Request for approval of a sign accommodation for multiple business identification signs for Elysee Beauty. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. (Continued from the December 20, 2017 Architectural Commission meeting and will be continued to the February 21, 2018 Architectural Commission meeting.) Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Hirschfeld, SECONDED by Commissioner Persovski to adopt all items on the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0). Commissioners Persovski, Peteris, Gardner Apatow, Vice Chair Hirschfeld, Chair Kaye CARRIED REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES CONTINUED BUISNESS No items NEW BUSINESS /2 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE Planet Smoothie (PLI ) Request for approval of a façade remodel, a sign accommodation for multiple business identification signs, awning signage, and outdoor seating elements for Planet Smoothie. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQ), the Architectural Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Motion: Fernando Solis, Associate Planner Alberto Juarez Novum Architects MOVED by Commissioner Petetis, SECONDED by Commissioner Persovski to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0). Commissioners Persovski, Peteris, Gardner Apatow, Vice Chair Hirschfeld, Chair Kaye Page 2 of 4

12 Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 17, 2018 CARRI ED The Commission took a recess at 2:19 PM. The Commission reconvened at 2:23 PM NORTH RODEO DRIVE Panerai (PLI ) Request for a revision to a previously approved sign accommodation for multiple business identification signs and a sign accommodation for courtyard signs to allow a projecting sign for Panerai. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Fernando Solis, Associate Planner Victor Fuentes Lochte Architectural Group Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Persovski, SECONDED by Commissioner Gardner Apatow to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0). Commissioners Persovski, Peteris, Gardner Apatow, Vice Chair Hirschfeld, Chair Kaye CARRI ED Citing residency within 500 feet of the subject property, Commissioner Persovski recused from item #6 and left the room at 2.38 PM WEST THIRD STREET Two-Story Residence (PLI ) Request for approval for the construction of a new, one unit, two-story, multi-family residence and landscaping for the property located at 9171 West Third Street. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a categorical exemption was adopted by the Planning Commission on August 10, There have been no changes or further information which would require additional environmental review at this time. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Motion: Fernando Solis, Associate Planner Hamid Gabbay Gabbay Architects Steve Mayer, Barbara Pizik MOVED by Vice Chair Hirschfeld, SECONDED by Chair Kaye to adopt the resolution as amended (4-0-1). Commissioners Peteris, Gardner Apatow Page 3 of 4

13 Architectural Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 17, 2018 RECUSED: Commissioner Persovski CARRIED Commissioner Persovski returned to the meeting at 4:19 PM. STUDY SESSION No items COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Mayor s Cabinet Meeting o Meeting video is available online; Chair Kaye mentioned that the Grand Re Opening of the Cactus Garden at Beverly Gardens Park will be on Tuesday, February 6, COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF Urban Designer Updates o Urban Designer Mark Odell advised the Commission that the Cultural Heritage Commission has initiated Landmark Nomination proceedings for a multi-family property on South Crescent Drive. Additionally, there will be a special meeting of the Cultural Heritage Commission on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, to continue Nomination proceedings for the Union 76 Service Station at North Crescent Drive and South Santa Monica Boulevard. o The Design Review Commission will review five projects at its upcoming meeting on Thursday, February 1, Staff-level Approvals o Received and filed Meeting Schedule o Due to the original date s proximity to Christmas, it was the consensus of the Commission to change the date of the December 2018 Architectural Commission meeting to Wednesday, December 12. ADJOURNMENT Date I Time: January 17, 2018 I 4:23 PM Page 4 of 4

14 BEVERLY HILLIA CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS January 18, :00 a.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: January 18, :00 am. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Police Sergeant Sean Smollen led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Friedman, Popovich Levyn, Blumenfeid, Vice Chair Saleh, Chair Berman James R. Latta, Rachel L. Evans, 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. Mark Elliot spoke to the Commission about the Community Assistance Grant Fund and the Commission s Workplan. APPROVAL OF AGENDA By order of the Chair, Tab 6, Rotation of Commission Chair and Vice Chair, was moved up to Tab 1. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Consideration of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 21, MOTION by Vice Chair Saleh, SECONDED by Popovich Levyn to approve the Meeting Minutes. (5/0) ABSENT: ABSTAIN: CARRIED Friedman, Popovich Levyn, Blumenfeld, Saleh, Berman Recordings of the Human Relations commission s meetings are available online at

15 Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 18, 2018 REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES Beverly Hills Unified School District No representative was able to attend. Beverly Hills Police Department Police Sergeant Sean Smollen provided an update to the Commission. - The Golden Globe Awards show was held Sunday, January 7, Wilshire Boulevard was shut down with no incidents to report. - North Santa Monica Boulevard project is now in Phase 3 of 3 Phases. Duration estimated at 3 months. Traveler s are encourage to use South Santa Monica Boulevard. - Coffee with the Cops will be held quarterly with one scheduled on January 31, 2018, 8am 9:30am at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, 445 N. Beverly Drive. Chair Berman provided an updated from the January Mayor s Cabinet Meeting. MOTION by Friedman, SECONDED by Saleh to support the City Council in their adopting a Resolution in support of the protests in Iran. (5/0) Friedman, Popovich Levyn, Blumenfeld, Saleh, Berman ABSENT: ABSTAIN: PASSED CONTINUED BUSINESS 2. Tenant Landlord Forum Human Services Administrator, James R. Latta updated the Commission on inquiries from tenants and landlords. 3. Human Relations Commission 2018 Work Plan Exercise The Commission agreed to table the Work Plan Review to focus on February s Kindness Week. 4. Random Acts of Kindness The new Kindness pins and cards were distributed and approved. The list of possible activities was reviewed and discussed. Recreation Supervisor Jennifer Leuning informed the Commission of the activities that the Beverly Hills Teen Advisory Committee have planned for Kindness Week, February 11 February 16, 2018, and coordinated with the Commission s plans. - Sunday, Farmers Market booth at 9am to 1 pm for card signing and will be staffed by Vice Chair Saleh and Commissioners Popovich Levyn and Friedman. Page 2 of 4

16 Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 18, Monday, - Tuesday, - Wednesday, - Thursday, - Friday, Walk With The Mayor. The Commission will speak about the program prior to the walk. Reading a book about Kindness to pre-walkers at Baby Storytime at the Beverly Hills Public Library. deliver student Valentine s Day cards to seniors Human Relations Commission Meeting Reading a book about Kindness at Hawthorne Preschool with Beverly Hills Public Library Librarians Beverly Hills Homeless Count Human Services Rachel Evans reminded the Commission of the 2018 Homeless Count being held on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 8pm lam at Beverly Hills City Hall 6. Rotation of Commission Chair and Vice Chair The Commission rotated Chair and Vice Chair per Ordinance No Commissioner Friedman was presented with a gavel and thanked for his contributions to the Commission during his term in Community Assistance Grant Fund Process Human Services Administrator James Latta reviewed the Community Assistance Grant Fund Process. The Commission requested reviewing the 2017 Progress Reports of the recipients. NEW BUSINESS 8. North Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Project Reviewed. STATUS REPORTS 9. Beverly Hills Ambassador Program Human Services Administrator James Latta and Operations Manager Kris Zagyva will be presenting at Team Beverly Hills this evening. The Ambassador monthly statistics were reviewed. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF 10. Administrator s Report Calendar for 2018 Regular Meetings - Reviewed Commissioner Parking Permits - Reviewed Page 3 of 4

17 Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 18, 2018 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Hearing for Estimated Funds - January 22, 2018 requesting approval of estimated funds at City Council Meeting Beverly Gardens Park Renovations - Director of Community Services Nancy Hunt-Coffey updated the Commission on the progress. The Commission thanked the Cheryl Saban Designs team for their donation. Beverly Hills Unified School District Board Member Isabel Hacker will be the Commission s new representative for The Commission requested that a representative from the Beverly Hills Fire Department provide an update on a quarterly basis. 11. Overview of Current and Pending Agenda Items. Reviewed. ADJOURNMENT January 18, 2018 at 11:05 am. Page 4 of 4

18 BEVERUI llls CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA FINE ART COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS Thursday, January 18, :00pm OPEN MEETING Date/Time: January 18, 2018/4:O2pm PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Hiller led the Pledge of Allegiance CIVILITY STATEMENT ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Chair Smooke read the Civility Statement. Kaye, Hiller, Vahn, Vice Chair Rubins, Chair Smooke Nancy Hunt-Coffey, Pam Shinault, Kristin Buhagiar, Patty Acuña, 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. Vadim Zanginian spoke to the Commission about an Art Academy. The Commission advised Mr. Zanginian to speak to the Beverly Hills City Council as his question was not under the purview of the Fine Art Commission. 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. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Consideration of Minutes of the Special meeting of November 16, MOTION by Kaye, SECONDED by Vahn to approve the Meeting Minutes. (5/0) ABSENT: CARRIED: Kaye, Hiller, Vahn, Rubins, Smooke Recordings of the Fine Art Commission s meetings are available online at

19 Fine Art Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 18, 2018 REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES. CONTINUED BUSINESS 2. Kusama Update Vice Chair Rubins - Vice Chair Rubins distributed notes to the Commission and staff that included information on the amount of repairs that would be needed to the art piece. Time constraints are a concern. The rough estimate is $500,000. Director of Community Services, Nancy Hunt-Coffey - Informed the Commission that when Kusama representatives visited Los Angeles, staff was informed that the piece in Beverly Hills is not the only fiberglass piece that was having challenges. Staff also learned that their most recent Kusama flower installations are made out of metal, A statement of proposed work would need to be provided to the gallery and Ota Studio representatives to request their approval of new design. - The warranty with the fabricator, lronwoods, is good through September Commissioner Kaye - The report provided by Vice Chair Rubins is comprised of his own research and not necessarily, a document the entire Commission agrees upon. - Asked to consider other options rather than recreating the piece in bronze due to the high cost. - Suggested that the Commission take advantage of the warranty that exists and look into the feasibility of that option. - Asked staff if there is any legal recourse with the Kusama piece. Staff advised that the City Attorney could review the Kusama agreement. Director of Community Services, Nancy Hunt-Coffey - Reminded the Commission of the liaison meeting with the City Council representatives in early December. At that meeting, the direction from the Council liaisons was to look at metal options for the Kusama. It is suggested to meet with the liaisons again. The Commission agreed to move forward with suggested options. NEW BUSINESS IPUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Walton Ford Art Loan Proposal By Gagosian Gallery Recreation Services Manager, Kristin Buhagiar, informed the Commission on the potential art loan of one of the works from an exhibition titled, Walton Ford. Calafia. The piece is a monumental watercolor called La Madre, 2017 featuring the California Grizzly Bear. Page 2 of 4

20 Fine Art Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 18, 2018 Commissioner Hiller informed the Commission that she and Commissioner Vahn reviewed the piece. They agreed that Mr. Ford more than meets the Commission s criteria. Location of the piece is still under consideration because of the size and weight. MOTION by Kaye, SECONDED by Vahn: move to accept this piece of art and thank the Gagosian Gallery for their generous offer. (5/0) ABSENT: PASSED: Kaye, Hiller, Vahn, Rubins, Smooke PROJECT UPDATES, STATUS REPORTS, STAFF REPORTS 4. Director s Report Information only items: A. Fine Art Fund Report Information provided in packet. B. Tom Friedman Update The final agreement was signed with the gallery and it is on the City Council Formal Session Agenda for Monday, January 22, There is a 9-month fabrication period. C. Preliminary Update on Cultural Arts Staff will be looking at ways to update the Fine Art Ordinance so a description of Cultural Arts will be included. Staff will meet with the City Manager for further direction. D. Jose Davila Update The pieces arrived, which included some transit chipping and graffiti on them, which is encouraged by the artist. There were some complications with the pieces not connecting but resting on each other, therefore causing a concern for safety. The representative from the gallery is checking with the artist to approve the changed configuration. Upon finalization, the Commission requested a press release be distributed to the community informing them about the artwork. E. Fletcher Benton Status Report The agreement is in the final stages and the City Engineer is designing the base. The piece is currently with the vendor for restoration and repainting. F. North Santa Monica Blvd. Reconstruction Project Information Only. G. Bove Update At last month s liaison meeting, the City Council liaisons confirmed their request for raising the piece. The Commission agreed to ask Rosa for recommendations on height and staff to provide drawings for discussion at the next Commission meeting. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION 5. Chair s Report A. Mayor s Cabinet Meeting Page 3 of 4

21 Fine Art Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 18, 2018 The Mayor s Cabinet meetings are now recorded and can be viewed in the City s website at: www. beverlyhills.org/citygovernmenumayorandcouncilmemberslmayorscabinetmeetinqsl B. Ad Hoc Committees - Education Liaison (Rubins, Vahn) Vice Chair Rubins informed the Commission on a meeting being held on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 regarding Beverly Hills Art Departments, which he will be attending. - Recreation and Parks Commission Liaisons (Hiller, Kaye) - Fine Art Program Development (Hiller, Smooke) - Donations and Loaned Art (Hiller, Vahn) - Big Picture Project (Kaye, Smooke) - Web Submission for Priority Exercise (Hiller, Rubins) Burton Way Median (Rubins, Hiller) - Currently on hold - Location of Dãvila artwork (Hiller, Vahn) - Fletcher Benton installation on Burton Way (Smooke, Vahn - Cultural Arts Commission options (Rubins, Kaye) C. Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities. - Commissioner Kaye noticed the lighting on the Kusama is not working at night. - Is the decomposed granite gone around the Tony Smith Playground piece of art? - Staff will update both the Ad Hoc Committee and the Priority List. - Time to consider the Commissions next purchase. Staff to provide list for next month s agenda. 6. Priority Setting - Staff will update the list. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF 7. FAC Upcoming Meetings Reviewed. ADJOURNMENT Date / Time: January 18, 2018 I 5:17pm Page 4 of 4

22 CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS Monday, January 22, :00 p.m. OPEN MEETING Date/Time: January 22, 2018 / 4:02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Schwartz, Lurie and Nazarian, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter Staff Present: Pamela Mottice Muller, Logan Phillippo, Garin Hussenjian 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. One speaker addressed the Commission about handicapped street parking and 10-hour parking around the United States Post Office located at Maple Drive and Third Street. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was approved with an amendment to move Item 6 up to be heard second. CONSENT CALENDAR Consideration of minutes from the Health and Safety Commission Special meeting on December 18, Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Lurie, SECONDED by Commissioner Schwartz to approve the minutes with corrections (5-0). Commissioners Schwartz, Lurie, Nazarian, Vice Chair Ross, Chair Demeter Recordings of the Health and Safety commission s meetings are available online within three business days of the meeting. Visit to access those recordings.

23 Health and Safety Commission Meeting Synopsis January 22, 2018 CARRIED REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES Beverly Hills School District Noah Margo provided an update to sexual harassment policies in place at BHUSD schools and reviewed the process of capping the oil well. He also stated that Isabel Hacker will be the BHUSD liaison to the Commission for the remainder of Beverly Hills Police Department Sergeant Sean Smollen provided an update about upcoming BHPD events and noted that any non-emergency traffic reports can be called into CONTINUED BUSINESS 1. Health and Safety Recognition Program Teen Line The Health and Safety Recognition Program honored Teen Line, a hot line run by mental health professionals out of Cedars Sinai and manned by volunteer teen listeners. Teen callers share topics dealing with a wide range of emotional issues. Teen listeners provide a comforting ear to their peers. 2. Disaster Preparedness Meena Janmohamed, Management Analyst, provided information about safeguarding against the flu and shared an update that 1,200 people have signed up for emergency notification since the postcards were mailed last month. 3. Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance This item was not heard. Continued over to the February 26, 2018 regular meeting. 4. North Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Project Update Informational only item regarding the North Santa Monica Blvd Reconstruction Project. 5. Upcoming Liaison Meeting It was confirmed that the upcoming Health and Safety Commission Liaison meeting will take place on Monday, January 29, 2018 at 3pm. NEW BUSINESS 6. Flavored Tobacco Products The Commission provided input on developing a policy that could restrict the sale of flavored tobacco products in the City. There were 14 speakers and 8 letters as part of public comment. 6 were not in support of the ban. 16 were in support of the ban.

24 Health and Safety Commission Meeting Synopsis January 22, 2018 PROJECT UPDATES COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Chair s Report Mayor s Cabinet Meeting on 1/8/18 Other items Commissioner Lurie informed the Commission that starting Tuesday, February 13, 2018, from 1pm 2:30pm, Music Mends Minds will take place every Tuesday at Roxbury Park and will provide music therapy for those suffering from cognitive decline. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF Director s report Upcoming events Information only items a) Commission Calendar b) County of Los Angeles Public Health: Zika Partner Update c) Article Noise is the Next Great Public Health Crisis by Neel V. Patel d) CDC Article So How Accurate Are These Smartphone Sound Measurement Apps? by Chucri A. Kardous, MS, PE and Peter B. Shaw, Ph.D. e) Paper Disability rights aspects of ambient noise for people with auditory disorders under the Americans with Disabilities Act by Daniel Fink, MD f) from Daniel Fink, MD to the NY Times Restaurant Critic ADJOURNMENT Date / Time: January 22, 2018 / 6:58 p.m.

25 BEVERLY CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: January 23, 2018 / 2:01 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE City Clerk Byron Pope led the Pledge of Allegiance. CIVILITY STATEMENT Chair Bilak read the Civility Statement. RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS Tuesday, January 23, :00 p.m. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Fenton, Javor, Rosoff, Vice Chair Roston, Chair Bilak Nancy Hunt-Coffey, Pam Shinault, Ten Angel, 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.. 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, Tab #3, Swearing in of new Commissioner Judie Fenton, was moved ahead. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Consideration of Minutes of the Regular Meeting from 11/28/2017. Motion by ROSTON, Seconded by ROSOFF to approve the Meeting Minutes as written. (3/0) ABSENT: ABSTAIN: CARRIED Rosoff, Vice Chair Roston, Chair Bilak Fenton, Javor 2. Consideration of Minutes of the Special Meeting from 12/12/2017. Motion by JAVOR, Seconded by ROSOFF to approve the Meeting Minutes as written. (3/0) Recordings of the Recreation and Parks Commission s meetings are available online at wwwbeverlyhills.org

26 Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2018 ABSENT: ABSTAIN: CARRIED Javor, Rosoff, Chair Bilak Fenton, Vice Chair Roston REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES. CONTINUED BUSINESS. NEW BUSINESS 3. Swearing in of new Commissioner Judie Fenton. City Clerk Byron Pope swore in Judie Fenton as Commissioner STATUS REPORTS 4. Capital Improvement Projects Update Director of Community Services Nancy Hunt-Coffey updated the Commission on the following: - Greystone: - Beverly based on the report that was completed last year by Historic Resources Group, a contract was executed with Kaplan Chen Kaplan, an architectural firm that specializes in historic properties, to work on restoring the library in the mansion. The next phase of the wood testing has begun with the long-term goal of restoring the wood free from paint and plastics. The tile work in addition to the flower sink in the kitchen is completed. Gardens Park Restoration: All of the western blocks are now open. The fence is staying around the cactus garden for now. The Hunter and Hounds block is complete. Blocks I through 8 and 10 through 12, are out to bid. Commissioner Rosoff asked about the wall in front of the restroom as he requested it be properly lit at night for safety reasons. A gate is now flush with the building so there is no longer an alcove, in addition to exterior lighting. - Coldwater Canyon Park Playground Renovation: Seven bids were submitted and references are being checked. Award of contract is tentatively scheduled to take place at the February 6, 2018 City Council Meeting. - La Page 2 of 4 Cienega Community Center: No roof leaking issues were reported during the recent rains. Staff has been discussing Public Process with the City Manager s office regarding next steps in the master plan process. A Request for Qualifications for a public engagement company to assist with community outreach is being developed. Chair Bilak commented that with any type of public input there should be two types of residents solicited: 1) residents residing next to/near the Park, and 2) residents who live further away.

27 Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2018 The Commission requested to be provided with the Wish-List that Barbara Linder provided for the Community Garden. The security fence she requested is being designed. The liaisons requested to be included in the Master planning of the Community Garden. 5. Community Assistance Grant Process and Human Services update. Human Services Administrator James R. Latta updated the Commission on the following: - Community - Yearly - Activities Services Grant process which are due February 2, 2018 at 5:00pm. Homeless Count being held Wednesday, January 24, 2018 from 8am to midnight. for Kindness Week in February, which includes the Human Relations Commission working with the Teen Advisory Committee. 6. North Santa Monica Boulevard Update Information only. The Commission requested Project Manager Sameer Elayyan be invited to the next Commission meeting. Commissioner Rosoff suggested the following to be considered: removing the diagonal crossing during the construction phase since traffic is now hectic in the Business Triangle area. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION 7. Ad Hoc Committee Reports Assistant Director of Community Services Pam Shinault updated the Commission on the on decisions that Chair Bilak made with staff regarding updating the current list of Ad Hoc based on current needs. It was agreed to eliminate the current Standing Committees and to keep the current updated Ad Hoc Committees. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF 8. Director s Report It was agreed to conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at loam to review both Beverly Gardens Park and the Recreation Division budgets. Budget materials were requested for review a week prior. Recreation and Parks Commission Award Chair Bilak requested the return of the Recreation and Parks Commission Award initiated during her prior term. The Commission supported the Award and encouraged to make recipient recommendations. Event Calendar Reviewed Meeting Dates Reviewed Page 3 of 4

28 Recreation and Parks Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 23, 2018 PREPARATION OF NEXT MONTH S AGENDA 9. Priority Setting Recreation Services Manager Ten Angel updated the Commission on the amenities to the Electric Fountain. The rock has been ordered and the preliminary sign designs are being reviewed. Agenda Items: Review of Mini Parks Coldwater Canyon Park Construction Award Bid Tennis Center Pro Shop and Lessons Concessionaire Update Greystone Demonstration Garden Update Budget Timeline Tom Friedman Update Maltz Park ADJOURNMENT Date I Time: January 23, 2018 /4:15 p.m. Page 4 of 4

29 BEVERLY H I us CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS January 25, :30 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: January 25, 2018/1:30 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Commissioners Ostroff, Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht, Chair Go rd on Masa Alkire, Cindy Gordon, Alek Miller, Karen Myron, David Snow 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. Speakers: APPROVAL OF AGENDA By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented. BUS TOUR The Commission will conduct a bus tour of the property at 508 Alpine Drive in consideration of a request for a Minor Accommodation. The Commission departed for the bus tour at 1:32 PM, and reconvened in Room 280A at 2:13 PM. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Recordings of the Planning Commission s meetings are available online at

30 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 25, 2018 Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of January 11, Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Licht, SECONDED by Commissioner Shooshani to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented (5-0). Commissioners Ostroff, Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht, Chair Gordon CARRIED REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES CONTINUED BUSINESS No items PLANNING COMMISSION I BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS I PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS NEW BUSINESS ALPINE DRIVE Minor Accommodation (PLI ) Request for a Minor Accommodation to allow an accessory structure to be constructed in a rear yard above 140 in height. The proposed accessory structure would be 220 in height and located in the required rear yard of the property located at 508 Alpine Drive. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Motion: Alek Miller, AICP, Associate Planner Royal Excel Enterprises Joan Lopatin, Neal Baseman, Prince Behara, Jerry Dobkin, Parvin Hermansson MOVED by Commissioner Block, SECONDED by Commissioner Shooshani to adopt the resolution as amended (4-1). Commissioners Ostroff, Shooshani, Block, Vice Chair Licht Chair Gordon CARRIED STUDY SESSION No items Page2of3

31 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis January 25, 2018 COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Mayor s Cabinet Meeting o This item was not discussed; meeting video is available online COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF City Planner Updates o Principal Planner Masa Alkire advised that City Planner Ryan Gohlich will return at the next Planning Commission meeting on February 8, Upcoming Projects List o Received and filed 4. Building Permit Activity Report o Received and filed Meeting Schedule o Received and filed ADJOURNMENT Date I Time: January 25, 2018 I 3:34 PM Page 3 of 3