G 1 CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS Monday, May 22, 2017 4:00 pm. OPEN MEETING Date/Time: May 22, 2017 /4:04 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Commissioners Ross, Schwartz, Lurie, Vice Chair Demeter, Chair Nazarian Pamela Mottice-Muller, Logan Phillippo, Nestor Otazu, Maricela Marroquin, 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. Speakers:. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was approved with the following changes: Item 6 was moved to the 15t positon. Item 3 followed Item 6. Item 1 followed Item 3, with all other items heard in chronological order. CONSENT CALENDAR Consideration of minutes from the Health and Safety Commission meeting on April 24, 2017. Commissioners noted changes to be made and approved the minutes with changes. Consideration of minutes from the Health and Safety Commission Special meeting on May 1, 2017. Commissioners noted changes to be made and approved the minutes with changes. Recordings of the Health and Safety Commissions meetings are available online within three business days of the meeting. Visit www.beverlyhills.org to access those recordings.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis May 22, 2017 Motion: AYES: NOES: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Lurie to adopt the minutes (5-0). Commissioners Ross, Schwartz, Lurie, Vice Chair Demeter, Chair Nazarian CARRI ED REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES Beverly Hills School District Board Member, Noah Margo Chris Hertz was present from BHUSD on behalf of Noah Margo. Mr. Hertz informed the Commissioners that records of all student immunizations are being kept updated. He also informed the Commission that all BHUSD employees are trained to handle earthquakes, active shooters, and receive CPR training. There will be a BHUSD staff training day on April 22, 2018. Chair Nazarian and Commissioner Lurie asked for an update about the oil well on BHUSD property. Mr. Hertz will prepare an update for next time. Beverly Hills Police Department Sergeant Gregg Mader Sergeant Gregg Mader and Sergeant Don Chase were present to provide the PD report regarding traffic around the Woodland/Coldwater area near Coldwater Canyon Park. A speedtrailer was placed in the area and has worked successfully to deter traffic violations. Officers have also spent time in the area and their presence has had in impact in making the area safer. PD will continue to monitor the region. Also, Chair Nazarian expressed concern for cars driving recklessly and spinning donuts at the multi-street intersection near Sunset Blvd. The Sergeants have been made aware of this situation and will monitor closely. Beverly Hills Public Works Director Shana Epstein Director Shana Epstein introduced herself to the Commissioners. She reminded the Commission and residents that any customer service concerns for Public Works can be reported by calling 310-285-2467. CONTINUED BUSINESS 1. Health and Safety Recognition Program. 2. Disaster Ready Partner. 3. Cybersecurity Beverly Hills Information Technology (IT) Department Murugan Krishnan, IT Systems Architect, and Art Ziyalov, IT Systems Integrator, presented on how to keep computer networks safe, how to spot phishing emails, reviewed router technology safety, and discussed how to keep technological devices safe in the hands of children. The Commissioners asked IT to come back for future presentations. This Item was heard 2.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis May 22, 2017 4. Discussion on Smoking Regulations for Multi-Unit Housing After extensive study and consideration regarding smoking regulations for multi-family dwellings, the Commission voted to recommend to City Council several provisions that would regulate smoking in all multi-family residences. The following items were put to motion and unanimously agreed on: The Commission recommended prohibiting smoking in all common areas, private enclosed spaces, and private outdoor spaces of both apartments and condominiums with two or more units, regardless of whether they were owner-occupied or renteroccupied. The Commission recommended a timeline for implementation of the regulations which include a four-to-five-month public outreach period, an immediate implementation following the public outreach period for common areas of apartment units as well as newly leased apartment units, a one-year phase-in period for apartment units with existing leases, and a two-year phase-in period for condominium units. Staff will present a draft ordinance with these elements incorporated for the Commission to evaluate. If the Commission recommends City Council adoption, staff would present the recommendations and seek City Council direction during a July or August Study Session Meeting. One letter was read into public record advocating for smoke free multi-unit housing. Four speakers were present and all advocated for smoke free multi-unit housing. Speakers represented the American Lung Association, the American Cancer Society s Cancer Action Network, and Smokefree Air For Everyone (S.A.F.E.). This Item was heard 5th 5. Outreach Strategy Smoking Regulations Logan Phillippo, Senior Management Analyst, reviewed the community outreach strategy for the current smoking regulations, which went into effect on May 5, 2017. The Commissioners viewed the video outlining the current smoking regulations for business and outdoor dining areas, The video can be seen on the City s smoking regulation website. The Commissioners also viewed the City s smoking regulations website, which can be viewed at http://www.beverlyhills.org/citygovernment/smokingregulations/ This Item was heard 6th NEW BUSINESS 6. Santa Monica Blvd Reconstruction Update Samer Elayyan, Project Manager, provided an update on the Santa Monica Blvd. Reconstruction project and the detour scheduled for June 4th, He presented the detour map and reviewed the plans for improvements in Phase C and Phase D of the project.
Health and Safety Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis May 22, 2017 This Item was heard Vt PROJECT UPDATES COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Chair s Report Other items COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF Director s report Upcoming events Information only items a) Commission Calendar b) World Hygiene Day flyer c) CA Department of Public Health flyer Other items ADJOURNMENT Date/Time: May 22, 2017/6:50 p.m.
BEVERLY ILLs CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS Room 280A 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SYNOPSIS June 8, 2017 1:30 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Date/Time: June 8,2017/1:33 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Staff Present: Commissioners Corman (arrived 7:48 pm), Licht, Block, Vice Chair Gordon, Chair Shooshani Ryan Gohlich, Masa Alkire, Timothea Tway, Cindy Gordon, Karen Myron, Alison Wehrle, 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 May 25, 2017. Motion: MOVED by Chair Shooshani, SECONDED by Commissioner Block to approve the consent calendar as presented (4-0-1). AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners Licht, Block, Vice Chair Gordon, Chair Shooshani Commissioner Corman CARRI ED Recordings of the Planning Commission s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis June 8, 2017 REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES CONTINUED BUSINESS No items PLANNING COMMISSION I BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS I PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS NEW BUSINESS 2. 9200 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD Planned Development Permit and Vesting Tentative Tract Map (PLI 608023) Request for modifications to a previously approved Planned Development Permit and Vesting Tentative Tract Map to allow a 6-story mixed-use project with 5,696 square feet of ground floor retail and 90 residential units with three levels of subterranean parking. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider an addendum to a certified Final Environmental Impact Report for this project. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Andre Sahakian, AICP, Senior Planner Dawson, Tilem & Gole, on behalf of New Pacific LLC By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the item was continued to the July 13, 2017 Planning Commission regular meeting. 3. II54TOWER ROAD Hillside R-1 Permit (PLI 609359) Request for a Hillside R-1 Permit to allow the construction of an accessory structure located within 100 of a front property line on an estate lot. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Commission will also consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption for this project. Ex Parte Communications: All members of the Commission disclosed separately visiting the project site, at which time both City staff and the homeowners were present. Additionally, Vice Chair Gordon disclosed familiarity with the homeowners as former neighbors. Project Planner: Project Applicant: Public Input: Motion: AYES: NOES: Cindy Gordon, AICP, Associate Planner Parisa Nejad, Crest Real Estate, on behalf of Asif and Aime Satchu Linda Maman MOVED by Vice Chair Gordon, SECONDED by Commissioner Corman to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0). Commissioners Corman, Licht, Block, Vice Chair Gordon, Chair Shooshani CARRIED
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis June 8,2017 The Commission took a recess at 2:27 PM. The Commission reconvened at 2:38 PM. 4. 228 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE Development Plan Review (PL1322617) Request for a Development Plan Review to allow the construction of a rooftop employee lunchroom and associated roof deck on an existing commercial building located at 228 South Beverly 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: Masa Alkire, AICP, Principal Planner Joseph Tilem, on behalf of Moshe Kraiem Dr. Sharon Ignarro The Commission took a recess at 3:35 PM. The Commission reconvened at 3:42 PM. Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Block, SECONDED by Vice Chair Gordon to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0). AYES: NOES: Commissioners Corman, Licht, Block, Vice Chair Gordon, Chair Shooshani CARRIED STUDY SESSION No items COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION Mayor s Cabinet Meeting o Vice Chair Gordon provided a brief update from the most recent Mayor s Cabinet Meeting COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF 5. Upcoming Projects List o Received and filed 6. 2077 Meeting Schedule o Received and filed
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis June 8,2017 City Planner Updates o City Planner Ryan Gohlich provided updates on the following: The Planned Development Amendment for Blu Apartments at 8601 Wilshire Boulevard, will be considered by the City Council at its formal meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. Sargent Town Planning has been selected as the consultant for the Southeast Area planning effort; the contract will reviewed by the City Council at its formal meeting on Thursday, June 29, 2017. New Assistant Planner Chloe Chen was introduced to the Commission. ADJOURNMENT Date / Time: June 8, 2017 / 3:51 PM