Beverly Hills public meetings in 2023

Next Beverly Hills Committee

This meeting of the Next Beverly Hills Committee, scheduled for December 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee will conduct a special meeting to discuss recent and upcoming events. The agenda includes subcommittee updates, 2024 Vice Chair election results, and civic awareness updates from City Council Liaisons.

• 2024 Vice Chair Election Results
• Presentation by Police Captain Giovanni Trejo
• Subcommittee updates
• Discussion of upcoming and prospective events

Health & Safety Commission Liaison Committee

This meeting of the Health and Safety Commission Liaison Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / CVB Marketing Committee will review the Conference and Visitors Bureau's fiscal year 2023-2024 progress for the first two quarters, including program results, upcoming initiatives, and a request to reallocate $123,000 in the CVB budget. The committee will also hear public comments and discuss future agenda items.

• Budget reallocations totaling $123,000, including $25,000 from IPW Los Angeles to LA Tourism media partnership, $25,000 from US Travel Board, and $20,000 for a new accounting firm
• Review of Q1/Q2 results: website re-marketing generated $62,783 in estimated hotel revenue, Fall 2023 campaign had 8,022,000 impressions, and Visit California/Expedia co-op produced $473,042 in booking revenue
• Upcoming initiatives include Spring 2024 AI marketing campaign with 90210/Imagine, Cuisine & Couture Part III, and BHCVB Global Summit on February 26-27, 2024
• CVB total FY 23/24 budget is $4,959,410, funded by Transient Occupancy Tax
• Public comment period and future agenda items

Cultural Heritage Commission Subcommittees

The Cultural Heritage Commission's Historic Resources Survey Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the progress of the Multi-family Historic Survey, conducted with consultants Historic Resources Group and Architectural Resources Group. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no other substantive items.

• Review of Multi-family Historic Survey progress with consultants HRG and ARG
• Public comment period
• Special meeting held in-person and via teleconference/video conference

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee discussed street and sidewalk closures for the 81st Golden Globe Awards on January 7, 2024. Closures will begin January 2 and end January 8, with local streets north of the Beverly Hilton closed on event day. The city will notify residents and businesses, and the Golden Globes team will cover all city expenses.

• Lane and sidewalk closures for the 81st Golden Globes from Jan 2, 6 AM to Jan 8, 4 AM
• Local streets north of the Hilton Hotel closed Jan 7, 6 AM to Jan 8, 4 AM
• Notifications via Walking Man Services, Nixle alerts, social media, and local papers
• All city expenses paid by Golden Globes team prior to event; after-parties billed separately
• LADOT coordination for eastbound Wilshire closure at Comstock, diverting to Beverly Glen

Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee

The Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee is deciding whether to support a new proposed installation site for the artwork 'Trinity' by Judy Chicago, after the artist withdrew support for the original Beverly Gardens Park location. The new site is the northwest corner of the Wallis Annenberg property on South Santa Monica Boulevard and Crescent Drive. The committee will also consider an increased not-to-exceed cost of $650,000 for acquisition and installation.

• New installation site: northwest corner of Wallis Annenberg property, South Santa Monica Boulevard and Crescent Drive
• Artist Judy Chicago no longer supports Beverly Gardens Park site
• Arts and Culture Commission approved new site 3-2 (3 in favor, 2 abstaining)
• Not-to-exceed cost of $650,000 for acquisition and installation of 'Trinity'
• Funding from Fine Art Fund (balance approx. $1.6 million)

Cultural Heritage Commission Subcommittees

The Landmark Nominations Advisory Subcommittee of the Cultural Heritage Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss potential future nominees for landmark designation, review Golden Shield nominees (including the Beverly Hills Handbag Studio), and consider eligible properties for the Local Register of Historic Properties. The agenda also includes public comment and a discussion of wording for previously approved plaques. No final decisions are listed; the items are discussions only.

• Discussion of potential future nominees for landmark designation
• Review of Golden Shield potential nominees (Beverly Hills Handbag Studio)
• Discussion of eligible properties for the Local Register of Historic Properties
• Discussion of future wording for previously approved plaque

Next Beverly Hills Committee

This meeting of the Next Beverly Hills Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss upcoming events, subcommittee updates, and the 2024 Vice Chair elections. The agenda includes public comment, introductions, and open discussion on next-generation-related topics. No formal decisions or votes are listed.

• Movie Night at Greystone Theater on Dec. 12
• 2024 Vice Chair Elections
• Special speaker: Offer Nissenbaum, General Manager, The Peninsula Beverly Hills
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Beverly Hills Small Business Assistance Task Force will hold a special meeting to discuss 2024 California state policies impacting small businesses, including the retirement mandate and increased paid sick days. The agenda also includes updates on holiday lighting, a security preparedness seminar, and discussion of customer foot traffic and safety concerns.

• Discussion of 2024 California Retirement Mandate
• Discussion of Employee Paid Sick Days Increase
• Beverly Hills Holiday Lighting Celebration and Decor
• Holiday Security Preparedness Seminar announcement
• Discussion of customer foot traffic and safety concerns

Charitable Solicitations Commission Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / Charitable Solicitations Commission Committee will hold a special meeting to review the 2022 Charitable Solicitations Commission Annual Report, which details permits issued, financial statements, and fundraising activities. They will also discuss future agenda items. The report includes a recommendation to fund 26 of 30 Community Assistance Grant Fund applications for FY 23/24, with a total allocation of $2,010,000.

• 2022 Charitable Solicitations Commission Annual Report: 149 permits issued, 13 financial statements outstanding
• Community Assistance Grant Fund FY 23/24: 26 of 30 applications recommended for funding, total $2,010,000
• Top fundraiser: Saint John's Health Center Foundation with $29,448,706 net proceeds (86%)
• Organizations with overdue financial statements include Jewish Free Loan Association, Childhelp Inc., and Public Counsel
• Future agenda items discussion

Electrical Resilience Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Electrical Resilience Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss electrical resilience strategies, including updates from Southern California Edison on incentive programs and microgrid connectivity, a presentation on the Pacific Palisades Pali Microgrid Project, and an assessment of resource options like solar, storage, and microgrids. The committee will also consider potential funding sources and receive a director's report. Public comment is scheduled.

• Update on SCE Resiliency Incentive Programs, including Self Generation Incentive Program
• Presentation on Pacific Palisades Pali Microgrid Project
• Discussion of electricity resilience resource options (solar, storage, microgrids, geothermal)
• Review of potential funding sources for resilience programs
• Director's report and next meeting date (January 24, 2024)

Website Steering Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Website Steering Committee will review three website templates and community survey data to guide the redesign of the city's website with vendor CivicPlus. The committee is expected to make a decision on a website template. The meeting includes public comment and staff presentations.

• Review of 3 website templates for the new city website
• Community survey data review (28 participants, Oct 16-27, 2023)
• Decision on website template
• Discussion of web design principles and user feedback

Open BH - Design and Operating Standards Subcommittee Ad Hoc Committee

The OpenBH Design and Operating Standards Subcommittee will hold a stakeholder outreach meeting to discuss updates on the interactive parklet mockup, on-site outreach with parklet businesses, survey results, and updated sections of the draft Design Guidelines. The meeting includes a large group Q&A and discussion of next steps and timeline. Staff recommends the subcommittee discuss whether to present the final draft guidelines to the City Council for adoption and recommend a glide path timeline for existing parklets.

• Updates on interactive Parklet Mockup installation at 430 N. Camden Drive
• Discussion of survey results (19 responses received to date)
• Review of updated draft Design Guidelines, including change in maximum screen opacity to 50%
• Discussion of glide path for existing parklets to meet new standards
• No fiscal impact at this time; fees to be discussed by separate Code and Fee Changes Subcommittee

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a city liaison group, will hold a regular meeting to discuss upcoming events, subcommittee updates, and civic awareness initiatives. The agenda includes public comment, introductions, and open discussion on next-generation-related topics. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Events recap and debrief for Next Night and Yoga at Greystone
• Prospective events discussion
• Subcommittee updates
• Civic awareness updates from City Council liaisons
• City announcements for the next generation

Branding & Licensing Committee

The Branding and Licensing Committee will review Skechers' updated proposal to use the Beverly Hills City Shield on a footwear collection called 'Beverly Hills by Sketchers'. The committee will provide feedback on the designs; new agreement terms will be brought back after product approval. The meeting also includes public comment and adjournment.

• Review of Skechers' updated 'Beverly Hills by Sketchers' shoe designs using the City Shield
• Discussion of vintage Shield and rainbow treatment variations
• Previous draft terms (e.g., $25,000 advance, 15% royalty) not applicable at this time
• Public comment period on agenda items

Elections Ad Hoc Committee

The Elections Ad Hoc Committee will review the city's voluntary campaign expenditure ceiling of $80,000 and contribution maximums ($450 if accepting the limit, $125 if not) ahead of the March 5, 2024 municipal election. They will also decide whether the city should pay the estimated $279.60 per candidate for the new online candidate statement option from Los Angeles County. The committee will provide direction on whether these amounts should remain the same or be updated.

• Review of voluntary campaign expenditure limit of $80,000 (Ordinance 12-0-2632)
• Review of campaign contribution maximums: $450 with spending limit, $125 without (Ordinance 14-0-2668)
• Direction on LA County's new online candidate statement option at estimated $279.60 per statement
• Current candidate statement printing costs: $700 English only, $1,400 English/Spanish
• Next municipal election scheduled for March 5, 2024

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will review a request from The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts to approve street closures and waive applicable fees for the 'Queen of the Monarchs' event featuring Little Amal on November 3, 2023. The committee will choose between two proposed street closure routes and decide whether to recommend the fee waiver to the full City Council. The event is free and open to the public, with an expected attendance of over 1,500.

• Request to waive in-kind fees totaling $11,773 for either Route A or Route B, including street closure, permit, and event fees
• Route A: Closure of North Santa Monica Blvd between Crescent and Canon Drives, plus Crescent and Canon Drives, from 6:30am to 2:00pm on Nov 3
• Route B: Closure of Crescent Drive between North and South Santa Monica Blvd from 4:00pm Nov 2 to 3:00pm Nov 3
• Event features 12-foot puppet Little Amal, with 350 student performers choreographed by Debbie Allen
• The Wallis will cover personnel costs for Public Works, Fire, Community Development, and Police, estimated at $15,910 (Route A) or $15,663 (Route B)

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

This meeting of the Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive Special Events Holiday Program Committee, scheduled for October 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Cultural Heritage Commission Subcommittees

The Landmark Nominations Advisory Subcommittee of the Cultural Heritage Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss potential future nominees for landmark designation, Golden Shield potential designations, and potential properties within the city. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no specific properties or decisions listed.

• Discussion of potential future nominees for landmark designation
• Discussion of Golden Shield potential designations
• Consideration for potential properties within the city

Electrical Resilience Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Electrical Resilience Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss a resilience problem summary and goals, and to consider recommendations on a Resiliency Audit Program. The committee will also receive an informational update on emergency management resilience and a report from the Director of Public Works. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment.

• Discussion of five resilience planning areas: Downtown, South of Santa Monica Blvd., Flats Only, Flats/Hills PSPS circuits, Flats/Hills No PSPS
• Recommendation to develop strategies including storage/backup power, solar+storage microgrids, and mobile emergency backup power
• Staff seeking committee recommendations on incorporating a Resiliency Audit Program into the final plan
• Informational update on Emergency Management Resilience
• Director's Report by Shana Epstein, confirming next meeting dates: November 1 and January 24

Chamber of Commerce Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / Chamber of Commerce Committee will receive an update on the Chamber's first-quarter programs and initiatives for fiscal year 2023-2024, as required by the approved workplan. The update covers marketing support, business retention meetings, and social media campaigns. No changes to the workplan are requested, and there is no new fiscal impact.

• Quarterly update on Chamber of Commerce programs under FY 2023-24 contract totaling $450,150
• New York Business Attraction and Retention Mission planned for October 24-26, 2023, with 24 meetings scheduled
• Miami business attraction research is on the horizon
• Ribbon cuttings for new businesses with waived special event permit fees
• Social media campaigns for NOW Beverly Hills shop local program

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / BHUSD Committee is reviewing a draft three-year Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) between the City and the Beverly Hills Unified School District for use and maintenance of school facilities and programs. The agreement covers FY 2023-24 through FY 2025-26 and includes annual payments totaling over $42 million, plus a one-time $1.9 million cost for CCTV cameras. The liaisons will make recommendations before the agreement goes to the BHUSD Board on September 26 and the full City Council on October 3.

• JPA payments: $13.7M (FY 2023-24), $14.1M (FY 2024-25), $14.6M (FY 2025-26), including crossing guard reimbursements
• One-time $1.9M for purchase and installation of CCTV cameras, plus $50,215 per year for maintenance
• New pickleball trial at Beverly Hills High School during weekday and weekend drop-in hours
• Expanded use of district classrooms for winter and spring camp childcare programs
• El Rodeo Elementary reopening in fall 2024 and Hawthorne Elementary closure affect future program locations

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a city council liaison group, will hold a regular meeting with public comment, introductions, and updates on upcoming events like Next Night and Yoga at Greystone. The agenda includes subcommittee updates, civic awareness items, and open discussion on next-generation-related topics. No major decisions or votes are listed.

• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Special speaker: Dr. Michael Bregy, BHUSD Superintendent of Schools
• Upcoming events: Next Night (Sept 23) and Yoga at Greystone (Oct 1)
• Subcommittee updates and city council liaison civic awareness updates
• Future agenda items discussion

Audit & Finance Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Audit and Finance Committee is holding a special closed session to discuss public employment, specifically the City Auditor position. The meeting is closed to the public, with no action items listed on the open agenda.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957 for public employment: City Auditor

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Legislative/Lobby Committee will consider taking positions on several state and federal bills, including S.5151 (hedge fund home ownership), H.R.4232 (housing vouchers), and H.R.3372 (truck weights). The committee will also discuss state bills on rent control, vehicle towing, and behavioral health funding. The meeting is a special session to provide direction on these legislative items.

• S.5151: $20,000 tax penalty per home over 100 owned by hedge funds/private equity
• H.R.4232: $10 billion for housing vouchers and homeless assistance
• H.R.3372: 10-year pilot to increase truck weights to 91,000 lbs on 6 axles
• Ballot Initiative 22-0008: removes ban on rent control in California
• SB 326/AB 531: $4.86 billion bond for behavioral health beds

Electrical Resilience Ad Hoc Committee

The Mayor's Citywide Electrical Resilience Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to introduce its purpose, review the city's energy innovations, and discuss the resilience problem, grid and microgrid fundamentals, and terms. They will also establish criteria for selecting an electrical resilience solution and recommend future topics. The meeting is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• Mayor Gold introduces committee purpose and recaps city energy innovations
• Consultant Mariko Geronimo leads discussion on resilience problem and grid/microgrid basics
• Staff and consultant provide electricity resilience terms and definitions
• Criteria for discerning the electrical resilience solution to be discussed
• Committee members recommend future meeting topics

The Committee held an introductory meeting to discuss power grid performance and microgrid fundamentals. Members discussed potential future topics regarding outage patterns and emergency electrical independence. The only formal decision made was the establishment of a recurring meeting schedule.

• Scheduled monthly meetings for the last Wednesday of each month from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Property Owners Task Force Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the summer 2023 tourism season, updates to outdoor dining and parklet regulations, and current commercial retail leasing activity, including tenant turnover and available spaces. The meeting is primarily informational, with public comment and future agenda items also scheduled.

• Beverly Hills Summer 2023 Tourism Overview
• Updates to regulations for open air dining
• Parklet update
• Current commercial retail leasing activity
• Tenants coming in and leaving; available spaces

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / BHUSD Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the JPA Agreement and negotiations. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Public comment period
• JPA Agreement / Negotiations discussion

The Committee discussed the Joint Powers of Agreement (JPA) financials between the City of Beverly Hills and the Beverly Hills Unified School District. They agreed to a $13.7 million amount for the current fiscal year to be submitted to the City Council. A revised final draft will be provided for a second meeting in September.

• Agreed to $13.7 million JPA funding for the current fiscal year for City Council submission
• Agreed to use 3% CPI for increases in the second and third years

Traffic & Parking Liaison Committee

The Traffic and Parking Liaison Committee will receive updates on the Transit Feasibility Study and provide direction on next steps for a potential pilot transit program. The program could combine a fixed-route circulator and on-demand microtransit, with estimated costs ranging from $500,000 to $4.5 million depending on the option chosen. The committee will also consider postponing implementation to coordinate with the Metro subway opening or ceasing evaluation altogether.

• Receive direction on pilot transit program combining fixed-route circulator and microtransit
• Cost estimates: both options $3.5-4.5 million, circulator only $3.0-3.7 million, microtransit only $500,000-800,000
• Proposed circulator route south of North Santa Monica Boulevard with 15-minute headways
• Microtransit would serve all city areas, including southwest connecting to Beverly Hills High School and Roxbury Park
• Funding available for one-year pilot using Proposition A and Measure M funds

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will meet to review and provide feedback on the proposed 2023 Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration, including street closures and fee waivers, as well as updates on citywide holiday decor and requests for co-sponsored events. The committee will also consider requests for street closures and fee waivers for BritWeek and a Hawthorne Elementary School PTA fun run.

• Proposal for 2023 Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration on Nov 16, 2023, with $958,493 funding request and $58,080 in fee waivers
• Street closure request for Rodeo Drive from Santa Monica Blvd to Wilshire, Nov 15 9pm to Nov 17 6am
• 2023 Citywide Holiday Decor update including Beverly Cañon Gardens tree, Robertson Blvd light poles, and Brighton Way lights
• Request for co-sponsored BritWeek event with car rally and street closure of 400 block of N. Crescent Drive on Oct 8, 2023
• Request from Hawthorne Elementary School PTA for Fun Run street closures and fee waiver on Sept 20, 2023

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Legislative Lobby Committee will meet to consider taking positions on 16 state and federal bills, including housing, fentanyl, climate, and tax measures. The committee may recommend support, opposition, or neutrality on each, with final decisions to be made by the City Council. The agenda also includes public comment and updates from the city's lobbyists.

• H.R. 3773 - Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act
• H.R. 3938 - Build It in America Act (repeals EV tax incentives)
• S.2224 - Stop Predatory Investing Act (restricts tax breaks for investors buying homes)
• AB 1679 - Allows LA County to impose 0.5% sales tax exceeding cap if Measure H repealed
• AB 309 - Social Housing Act (creates California Housing Authority)

Planning Commission Liaison Committee

The Planning Commission Liaison Committee will seek direction from Vice Mayor Friedman and Councilmember Bosse on amending the municipal code to comply with Senate Bill 1186, which requires the city to permit the delivery of medicinal cannabis to patients and caregivers starting January 1, 2024. The committee will discuss potential zoning and land-use regulations for non-storefront medical cannabis retailers, as the city currently prohibits all commercial cannabis activity except delivery from outside jurisdictions.

• Request for direction on implementing SB 1186 (Medicinal Cannabis Patients' Right of Access Act)
• Discussion of amending BHMC §10-3-4700 (Cannabis Prohibitions and Regulations)
• Potential updates to zoning rules for non-storefront medical cannabis retail in commercial zones
• Consideration of restrictions in pedestrian-oriented areas and storage warehouse zones
• Review of state regulations on delivery vehicles and driver requirements

Unhoused Services Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison Unhoused Services Ad Hoc Committee will receive an update on enhanced services for the unhoused, including the 24-hour hotline, outreach expansion, and the Apricot tracking system. They will also discuss community education and the Step Up on Second housing opportunity. The meeting is primarily informational, with no fiscal impact at this time.

• Update on 24-hour Outreach and Assistance line (310-285-2468) with 381 calls since November 2022
• Apricot software system live since March 1, 2023, tracking 571 unduplicated individuals
• Expansion of BHOT to 5 staff, covering 16 hours/day weekdays and weekends
• Nastec pilot program extended 4.5 months into 2023-24 fiscal year
• Homelessness plan draft in progress with consultants Abby Arnold and Jenny Swan

The Committee reviewed updates on enhanced services for the unhoused, including a new 24-hour phone number and software system. Members directed staff to bring a proposal for a 10-year contract with Step Up on Second for scattered-site permanent supportive housing to a July 2023 Study Session.

• Directed staff to bring a proposal for a 10-year contract with Step Up on Second for scattered-site permanent supportive housing to a July 2023 Study Session

Housing Assistance Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Housing Assistance Ad Hoc Committee met to discuss services for the unhoused. They received updates on enhanced services, including a 24-hour phone line and a new software system, and heard from consultants about a homelessness plan. The committee agreed to bring a proposal to contract with Step Up on Second for scattered-site permanent supportive housing units for a 10-year term to a City Council study session in July 2023.

• Agreed to bring a proposal to contract with Step Up on Second for scattered-site permanent supportive housing units for an initial 10-year term to a July 2023 study session
• Update on Enhanced Services approved November 15, 2022, including a centralized 24-hour phone number and Apricot 360 software
• Consultants Abby Arnold and Jenny Swan are developing a homelessness plan and conducting a survey
• County of Los Angeles is still hiring two social workers for the city
• Public comment on rent burdened residents and resources to keep people housed

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Beverly Hills Property Owners Task Force Committee is holding a special meeting to receive updates on the City Council's parking facades project, the LA Metro North Portal, and the Community Development Department's Permit Center. The committee will also discuss current commercial retail leasing activity, including tenants coming and going and available spaces. Public comment is invited on agenda items.

• Update on City Council Parking Facades Meeting
• Presentation on LA Metro North Portal
• Update from Community Development Department Permit Center
• Discussion of commercial retail leasing activity and available spaces

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Beverly Hills Small Business Assistance Task Force is holding a special meeting to discuss items affecting local businesses, including a presentation on the LA Metro North Portal, summer safety tips from the police, and an update on OpenBH. The committee will also share information and discuss current customer foot traffic, visit trends, and safety concerns. This is a discussion-focused meeting with no listed votes or decisions.

• Presentation on LA Metro North Portal
• Beverly Hills Police Department tips for summer safety
• OpenBH update
• Discussion of customer foot traffic and visit trends
• Discussion of safety concerns

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will review three items: a proposal for the 2023 Rodeo Drive holiday decor themed 'Up, Up and Away Holidays' with a $485,960 budget, an informational report on the 'IMAGIRO' summer art display with Mr. Brainwash (no city funding), and a request from Not Today Cancer to host a 5K run/walk on October 15, 2023, including a waiver of permit and personnel fees.

• 2023 Rodeo Drive Holiday Decor proposal, 'Up, Up and Away Holidays', budget $485,960, displayed Nov 16, 2023 - Jan 1, 2024
• Request to waive permits and staff time for holiday decor installation
• IMAGIRO interactive art display with Mr. Brainwash, 15 pieces on Rodeo Drive, summer 2023, no city funding
• Not Today Cancer 'Run of the Stars' 5K Run/Walk on Oct 15, 2023, with waiver of permit and personnel fees
• Holiday Lighting Celebration tentatively set for Nov 16, 2023, to be brought back later

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a city council liaison committee, will hold a regular meeting to discuss new business, including upcoming events like Next Night on September 23, 2023, and subcommittee updates. The agenda also includes public comment, open discussion, and future agenda items. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Next Night event scheduled for Saturday, September 23, 2023
• Subcommittee updates
• Civic awareness updates from City Council liaisons
• Open discussion on next generation-related topics
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2023

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Legislative/Lobby Committee will consider taking positions on 27 state and federal bills, including the HELPER Act for first responder home loans, housing density and CEQA exemptions, and police-related measures. The committee may recommend support, opposition, or neutrality on each, with final decisions going to the City Council.

• HELPER Act (S.1514/H.R.3170): FHA loan program for first responders and teachers
• AB 1620: Allows tenants with disabilities to move to accessible units
• SB 684: Ministerial approval for small housing projects (10 or fewer units)
• AB 1657: $10 billion affordable housing bond on 2024 ballot
• AB 886: Journalism usage fee on platforms like Google and Facebook

Litigation Committee

The Beverly Hills Litigation Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss an insurance premium update and a requested rate increase for workers' compensation legal panel contracts with two law firms. Public comment will be taken on items not on the agenda.

• Insurance Premium Update
• Workers' Compensation Legal Panel Contracts Request for Rate Increase
• Law Offices of Allweiss, McMurtry & Mitchell
• Goldman, Magdalin & Krikes

Public Works Commission Liaison Committee

This meeting of the Public Works Commission Committee Liaison has been cancelled. The agenda packet and a cancellation notice are listed as documents, but no business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Cultural Heritage Commission Subcommittees

The Historic Resources Survey Subcommittee of the Cultural Heritage Commission is meeting to review its formal charge and goals, and to discuss progress on the Multi-family Historic Survey with consultants Historic Resources Group and Architectural Resources Group. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Review of subcommittee goals and objectives with potential modifications
• Progress update on the Multi-family Historic Survey with HRG and ARG
• Public comment period

Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee will discuss three policy items: whether to require background checks for commissioner finalists, whether to streamline or consolidate the Design Review Commission's duties with the Architectural Commission, and whether to modify the Rent Stabilization Commission's interview process to include a tenant representative when recruiting for tenant seats. The committee will also take public comment and may make recommendations to the full City Council.

• Background checks for commissioner finalists, covering criminal convictions, bankruptcies, lawsuits, and professional license status
• Design Review Commission workload: 9 homes reviewed in 12 months, 2 meetings canceled; Architectural Commission reviewed 56 projects
• Possible consolidation of Design Review and Architectural Commissions due to similar duties
• Rent Stabilization Commission recruitment: request to add tenant representative for tenant position interviews
• Public comment period on agenda items

Public Works Commission Liaison Committee

The Liaison Committee approved moving proposed water and wastewater rate changes to the full City Council for final approval. The proposal includes water tier adjustments and a shift to flow-based quantity charges for wastewater. If approved by Council, wastewater and water reliability charges would take effect January 1, 2024, and water rates January 1, 2025.

• Approved moving proposed water and wastewater rates to City Council for approval

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a city council liaison group, is holding a special meeting to discuss new business, including upcoming events such as Next Night on September 9, 2023, and other prospective events. The agenda also includes public comment, introductions, subcommittee action items, civic awareness updates, and open discussion. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for discussion and planning.

• Discussion of Next Night event scheduled for September 9, 2023
• Review of other upcoming and prospective events
• Subcommittee action items
• Civic awareness updates from city council liaisons
• Open discussion on next-generation related topics

Cultural Heritage Commission Subcommittees

The Landmark Nominations Advisory Subcommittee of the Cultural Heritage Commission is holding a special meeting to review its formal charge and goals, discuss potential future nominees for landmark designation, and consider candidates for the Golden Shield Cultural Recognition Program. The meeting includes public comment and is largely a working session with no final decisions expected.

• Review of subcommittee's formal charge and goals with potential modifications
• Discussion of potential future nominees for landmark designation
• Discussion of potential future nominees for Golden Shield Cultural Recognition Program
• Public comment period

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Human Relations Commission Liaison Committee

The Committee approved funding recommendations for 30 Community Assistance Grant applications for Fiscal Year 2023/2024, with one exception for Mixed eMotion Theatrix. The Committee also supported moving a proposed Day of Wellness event forward to the City Council.

• Approved Joint Ad Hoc Committee funding recommendations for 30 grant applications
• Excluded Mixed eMotion Theatrix from the Community Assistant Grant Fund process
• Supported moving the proposed Beverly Hills Day of Wellness event to City Council

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Property Owners Task Force Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss an unhoused assistance plan for individuals experiencing homelessness and to share information on current commercial retail leasing activity, including tenants coming and going and available spaces. The meeting is open for public comment on agenda items.

• Discussion of Unhoused Assistance Plan for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
• Information sharing on current commercial retail leasing activity
• Review of tenants coming in and leaving
• Discussion of available spaces (current and future)

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will continue discussions on the 2023 citywide holiday décor, following up on the April 24 meeting. They will review options for Beverly Cañon Gardens, Robertson Boulevard, and requests from the Small Business Assistance Task Force, including year-round N. Cañon Drive spans and increased décor on Camden Drive and Brighton Way. No final decisions are expected; recommendations will go to the full City Council later.

• Beverly Cañon Gardens décor options (est. $200,000-$350,000)
• Robertson Boulevard light pole fixtures vs. garland and bows (est. $85,000-$150,000)
• N. Cañon Drive spans year-round display (est. $13,500/year, 10-year cost $1,438,000)
• Increased holiday décor on Camden Drive (est. $25,000) and Brighton Way (est. $100,000)
• Projection mapping show 'Unwrap the Magic' continuation (est. $750,000)

Chamber of Commerce Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / Chamber of Commerce Committee will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 work plan and funding request of $450,150 for the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce. The committee will discuss the work plan items and may propose modifications before the item goes to the full City Council for approval on May 2, 2023. The agenda also includes public comment and future agenda items.

• Review of FY 2023-2024 Chamber of Commerce work plan and $450,150 funding request
• Proposed fee waivers for special events and parking flat rates for Chamber events
• New $20,000 Miami business attraction research feasibility study
• LA Metro Subway stakeholder outreach meetings with potential Metro reimbursement
• Funding breakdown: $330,000 from Business Development budget, $120,150 from Tourism and Marketing

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / CVB / Marketing Committee will meet to review the Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau's remaining FY 2022-2023 marketing programs and initiatives, including the Spring 2023 campaign, a short film, U.S. Open activations, and travel trade missions. The committee will also review the FY 2023-2024 workplan and funding request. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and feedback.

• Update on FY 2022-2023 remaining programs: Spring campaign, short film, U.S. Open, Cuisine & Couture, travel trade missions
• Review of FY 2023-2024 workplan and funding request for the CVB
• CVB FY 22/23 contract total not to exceed $4,387,970
• Short film budget of $400,000, launching end of May 2023
• Group sales through Q3: 107 inquiries, 58,128 lead room nights, $21,072,820 estimated value

Chamber of Commerce Committee

This meeting of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Liaison Committee, scheduled for April 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda consists solely of a cancellation notice and contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items listed

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will consider requests for the 2023 Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance car show, including $254,540 in city funding and street closures, a proposal to replace concrete K-rail barriers with bollards on Rodeo Drive, and the fiscal year 2023-2024 workplan for the Rodeo Drive Committee. The committee will also discuss citywide holiday decor for winter 2023. Items approved may go to the full City Council on May 2, 2023.

• Request for $254,540 city funding and street closures for the June 18, 2023 Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance car show
• Proposal to replace existing dark green concrete K-rail sidewalk barriers on Rodeo Drive with new bollards
• Review of FY 2023-2024 workplan and funding request for Rodeo Drive Committee, including new 'Rodeo Drive Celebrates' programs
• Discussion of citywide holiday decor for winter 2023
• Street closures requested for Rodeo Drive, Dayton Way, and Brighton Way from June 17-18, 2023

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Next Beverly Hills Committee will discuss and potentially approve the proposed FY 2023-24 work plan and budget, including additional appropriations for the Next Night Street Festival. The committee also requests approval of additional FY 2022-23 funds to begin planning the 2023 Next Night. If approved, the work plan will be brought to the full City Council.

• Proposed FY 2023-24 budget of $95,000 above base, including $80,000 for Next Night Street Festival
• Additional FY 2022-23 appropriation of $230,000 for Next Night Street Festival (including $20,000 contingency)
• Next Night Street Festival proposed for September 9, 2023, with enlarged kids zone
• Continued funding for community engagement activities ($15,000), cultural unity ($20,000), art ($2,000), sustainability ($2,000), marketing ($5,000), and miscellaneous ($1,000)
• Discussion of partnerships with schools, UCLA/USC film schools, and cultural events

Litigation Committee

The Beverly Hills Litigation Committee is meeting to discuss the state of the insurance market and 2023-2024 insurance strategies, and to consider evaluations, extensions, and rate increases for several legal panel contracts. The committee will also hear public comment on items not on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2023-2024 insurance strategies
• Workers' compensation legal panel contract evaluations and extensions for Allweiss, McMurtry & Mitchell; Armstrong & Sigel; and Goldman, Magdalin & Krikes
• Intellectual property legal panel rate increase requests from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner and Polsinelli
• Contract extension and rate increase request from Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP/Michael Nebenzahl

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a city council liaison committee, will hold a regular meeting to discuss new and current business, including upcoming events like Next Night on September 23, 2023, subcommittee updates, and civic awareness updates. The agenda includes public comment, introductions, and open discussion on next-generation-related topics. No formal decisions or votes are listed.

• Next Night event scheduled for Saturday, September 23, 2023
• Special speaker: Giacomino Drago, restaurateur
• Subcommittee updates
• Civic awareness updates from City Council liaisons
• Future agenda items discussion

Section 115 Trust Investment Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee and Section 115 Trust Investment Committee are meeting jointly to receive the FY2021-22 financial audit report from Crowe LLP and to discuss investment strategies for the city's Section 115 pension and OPEB trusts. The agenda includes public comment, a review of the annual financial audit and comprehensive financial report, and a discussion of trust investment strategies. The meeting is primarily informational and advisory, with no final decisions expected.

• Review of June 30, 2022 Annual Financial Audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Discussion of Section 115 Trust investment strategies
• Trust assets total $112.8 million as of February 28, 2023 (pension $24.1M, OPEB $88.7M)
• New trust administrator Shuster Advisory Group selected; transition to Charles Schwab as custodian
• Minor federal relief funds incorrectly applied to utility accounts; ineligible funds to be returned

The Committee reviewed the June 30, 2022 annual financial audit, which received an unmodified opinion. Members decided on new investment strategy allocations for OPEB and pension portfolios.

• Set OPEB investment strategy to 40% Equity and 60% Fixed Income
• Set Pension investment strategy to 30% Equity and 70% Fixed Income

Audit & Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee and Section 115 Trust Committee will jointly review the FY 2021-22 financial audit and discuss investment strategies for the city's pension and OPEB trusts. The audit received an unmodified opinion, and a minor finding on federal COVID relief funds will be corrected. The trust administrator recently changed to Shuster Advisory Group, with assets totaling $112.8 million.

• Review of FY 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) with auditor Crowe LLP
• Discussion of Section 115 Trust investment strategies for pension ($24.1M) and OPEB ($88.7M) trusts
• Return of ineligible federal COVID relief funds to state due to minor application error
• Trust administrator transition to Shuster Advisory Group with Alta Trust/Charles Schwab as custodian

The Committee reviewed the June 30, 2022 annual financial audit, which received an unmodified opinion. The Section 115 Trust Investment Committee decided on new asset allocation percentages for OPEB and pension investment strategies.

• Set OPEB investment strategy to 40% Equity and 60% Fixed Income
• Set Pension investment strategy to 30% Equity and 70% Fixed Income

Open BH - Design and Operating Standards Subcommittee Ad Hoc Committee

The OpenBH Design and Operating Standards Subcommittee is meeting to review draft Parklet Design Guidelines, which aim to make temporary pandemic-era outdoor dining structures more permanent and aesthetically cohesive. The agenda includes a summary of the guideline development process, updates on outreach, and a large-group Q&A. The committee will discuss whether to finalize the guidelines and whether to use a 'glide path' for existing parklets. No fiscal impact is noted at this time.

• Review of draft Parklet Design Guidelines for permanent outdoor dining
• Discussion of glide path for existing parklet installations
• Update on outreach with 27 restaurant businesses with parklets
• Next steps include 'Kit of Parts' fabrication costs and interactive mockup in May 2023

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Beverly Hills Small Business Assistance Task Force is holding a special meeting to discuss updates on holiday lighting requests, council actions on relaxed sign enforcement, curbside pickup zones, and third-party food delivery, as well as current customer foot traffic and safety concerns. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Update on holiday lighting requests for Cañon, Camden, and Brighton
• Council action on ending relaxed enforcement of non-conforming signs for businesses
• Council action on curbside pickup zones
• Council action on third-party food delivery
• Discussion of customer foot traffic, visit trends, and safety concerns

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The City Council Newspaper/Advertising Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss a revised rate schedule for the Beverly Press and a proposal from the Beverly Hills Courier. The Press seeks a separate non-legal advertising agreement for the remainder of FY 2022-23, with rates adjusted to 30% of the Courier's winning bid based on circulation. The committee will provide feedback, and any agreement would require City Council approval.

• Revised rate schedule for Beverly Press based on 30% of Courier's circulation
• Proposal by Beverly Hills Courier for discussion
• Potential additional $150,953 for display advertising if Press agreement is approved
• Beverly Press circulation of 7,420 inside Beverly Hills vs. Courier's 24,600
• Public comment opportunity on agenda items

Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee

The Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee is reviewing updated details for the acquisition and installation of the sculpture Trinity by Judy Chicago. Staff recommends increasing the project budget from $500,000 to $550,000 to cover a new concrete base and other costs. The committee will vote on supporting the updated plan, which includes a preferred location at City Hall and an alternative at Beverly Gardens Park.

• Approval of updated installation plan for Judy Chicago's sculpture Trinity
• Budget increase to $550,000 for artwork acquisition and installation
• Preferred installation site: southwest corner of City Hall near Crescent Dr. garage
• Alternative installation site: Canon Block at Beverly Gardens Park
• Requirement for a Musky Mulberry-colored integral concrete base

The committee received a presentation regarding the acquisition and installation of the artwork Trinity by Judy Chicago. The proposal included a concrete base designed by the artist, specific installation sites, and the use of Fine Art Fund money for ancillary costs. The provided highlights do not record a final vote or decision on these items.

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a city liaison group, will hold a regular meeting to discuss upcoming community events, receive subcommittee updates, and hear civic awareness announcements. The agenda includes public comment and open discussion, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Art Show on May 20-21, 2023 at Beverly Gardens Park
• Earth Day on April 23, 2023 at the Farmer's Market
• Prospective events: Ice Skating Rink, Haunted Greystone
• Next meeting scheduled for April 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Beverly Hills Legislative/Lobby Committee will discuss and potentially take positions on several state and federal legislative items, including a California ballot initiative that would restrict local tax and fee authority, and federal bills related to Iran sanctions and human rights. The committee will also review state bills on facial recognition, police canines, controlled substances, and housing development. Public comment is allowed.

• Initiative No. 21-0042 'The Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act' – would restrict local tax/fee authority; staff recommends opposition
• H.R. 589 (MASHA Act) – sanctions on Iran's Supreme Leader and affiliates
• H.Res.100 – supports Iranian people, condemns Iranian government; concerns over MEK endorsement
• AB 642 – requires law enforcement facial recognition policies by July 1, 2024
• SB 58 – decriminalizes certain hallucinogenic substances for personal use

Chamber of Commerce Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Chamber of Commerce Liaison Committee will review a proposed amendment to the city's fiscal year 2022-2023 agreement with the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce. The amendment would reduce the contract by $213,505, from $540,530 to $327,025, due to cancelled business attraction trips and an early-terminated data contract. The committee will also discuss the Chamber's progress on its workplan.

• Proposed reduction of $213,505 to Chamber of Commerce agreement (No. 387-22), from $540,530 to $327,025
• Reduction includes $112,330 for cancelled New York business mission, $79,550 for cancelled Miami mission, and $21,625 for unused Buxton data contract
• Chamber has completed 2 of 4 Broker's Roundtables and 2 of 4 Small Business Task Force meetings
• Chamber has held 5 of 12 Mayoral Business Retention Meetings and 8 of 12 LA Metro Subway Stakeholder Outreach Meetings
• Remaining balance to be paid to Chamber is $135,614, invoiced June 1, 2023

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / BHUSD Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution that would allow it to continue holding public meetings via teleconference under AB 361, citing the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes discussion of a JPA agreement/negotiations and the Early Ed Center/Hawthorne Elementary School, but no specific details are provided in the agenda text.

• Resolution to continue teleconferenced public meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Discussion of JPA Agreement/Negotiations
• Discussion of Early Ed Center/Hawthorne Elementary School

The committee approved a resolution allowing public meetings to be held via teleconferencing. Members discussed proposed funding increases for the JPA agreement and agreed to a staff-to-staff review of the costs and language before meeting again in April 2023.

• Approved Teleconferencing Resolution (2/0)

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee will vote on a resolution to continue holding public meetings via teleconferencing, citing recent legislation adopted during the COVID-19 emergency. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as public comment, introductions of new attendees, and open discussion. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget items are listed for decision.

• Resolution to continue authorizing public meetings via teleconferencing pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / Rodeo Drive / Special Events / Holiday Program Committee will meet to consider a resolution to continue teleconferenced public meetings under COVID-19 emergency provisions, and to discuss a request from Allen Media Group for a street closure on S. Rodeo Drive and an adjacent alleyway for an Oscar Gala on March 12, 2023, benefitting Children's Hospital Los Angeles. The committee will also take public comment and consider future agenda items.

• Resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 (COVID-19 emergency)
• Oscar Gala street closure request: alleyway behind Beverly Wilshire Hotel and S. Rodeo Drive lane use on March 12, 2023
• Event fees: permits $3,977, street closure $14,962, police $4,311, fire $4,290, signage/meter loss $269.20
• Event expected to draw 450 guests; invite-only, 3:00 pm to 2:00 am
• Closure hours: March 11, 10:00 pm to March 13, 12:00 pm

Open BH - Design and Operating Standards Subcommittee Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / OpenBH Design and Operating Standards Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution continuing teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 due to the COVID-19 emergency, and to receive updates on stakeholder outreach for developing design and operating standards for parklet dining. The meeting includes public comment and discussion of outdoor dining variations, material and landscape palettes, and next steps.

• Resolution to continue teleconference meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e) due to COVID-19
• Updates on on-site outreach meetings with parklet businesses
• Discussion of outdoor dining variations
• Material and landscape palettes for parklet design standards
• Small group workshop and large group Q&A on parklet design

Website Steering Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / City Website Steering Committee will hold a special meeting to hear presentations from three vendors for a city website redesign and discuss selecting one. The committee will also consider a resolution to continue holding meetings via teleconference under AB 361 due to the ongoing COVID-19 emergency.

• Vendor presentations: 360 Civic, Revise, Civic Plus
• Discussion on vendor selection for website redesign
• Resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Public comment opportunity

Health & Safety Commission Liaison Committee

The committee approved the Health and Safety Commission's 2023 Work Plan and authorized the continuation of virtual public meetings. Members directed staff to conduct more public outreach and enforce existing rules before changing smoking regulations regarding the public right of way.

• Approved resolution to continue public meetings via teleconferencing (2-0)
• Approved the Health and Safety Commission 2023 Work Plan
• Directed staff to conduct more public outreach and enforce existing ordinances before changing smoking regulations for the public right of way

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Beverly Hills Small Business Assistance Task Force will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution that would allow it to continue holding public meetings via teleconference under AB 361, citing the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and social distancing recommendations. The agenda also includes updates on the California Green Business Network, an unhoused outreach hotline, and holiday foot traffic feedback from business owners. Public comment will be taken on agenda items.

• Resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Update on California Green Business Network
• Update on Unhoused Outreach Hotline (310) 285-2468
• Discussion of holiday foot traffic and business owner feedback

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will consider a request from Modernism Week to partner on a new four-day festival, MADE in Beverly Hills, scheduled for May 4-7, 2023. The proposal includes waiving $56,466 in permit and facility fees, using one of the City's free-use days at the Wallis Annenberg Center, and allowing use of the City Shield. The committee will also take public comment and discuss future agenda items.

• Request for City partnership with Modernism Week for MADE in Beverly Hills, including fee waivers totaling $56,466
• Waiver of $33,500 in fees for Greystone Mansion use as festival hub and tour location
• Use of one free-use day at Wallis Annenberg Performing Arts Center for opening night
• Waiver of $1,256 in permits for terrace at 9400 S. Santa Monica Blvd
• Proposed 30% City / 70% MADE revenue split for City-led events

Unhoused Services Ad Hoc Committee

The Unhoused Services Ad Hoc Committee will consider a resolution to continue holding meetings via teleconference under AB 361, citing the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency. The committee will also receive an update on enhanced services for unhoused residents, including a 24-hour hotline, expanded outreach, and a new software tracking system.

• Resolution to authorize teleconference meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Update on 24-hour Outreach and Assistance line (310-285-2468) with call metrics
• Expansion of Beverly Hills Outreach Team hours to 16 hours/day, weekdays
• Agreement with Nastec International, Inc. for overnight unhoused services
• Consultant Abby Arnold engagement for needs assessment

The Committee approved a resolution to continue holding public meetings via teleconferencing. Members received updates on the launch of a 24/7 outreach phone line and the expansion of outreach worker hours. Consultants presented a plan to identify service gaps for the unhoused, with a draft plan expected in May 2023.

• Approved resolution to continue authorizing public meetings via teleconferencing

Public Works Commission Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / Public Works Commission Committee will consider a resolution to continue holding public meetings via teleconference under AB 361 due to the ongoing COVID-19 emergency. They will also receive a status update on the Water and Wastewater Cost of Service Study, which includes proposed rate changes and policy recommendations for City Council consideration.

• Resolution to continue teleconference meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Proposed wastewater rates combining single-family and multi-family into one residential class
• Proposed water rates under CIP Option 1 with fixed and quantity charges
• Proposed sewer return factors based on three-year average of lowest month
• Recommendation to begin Proposition 218 public notice process for rate changes

The committee approved a resolution allowing public meetings to be held via teleconferencing. Members also received a status update on the water cost of service study, which includes proposed rate changes for 2023.

• Approved resolution authorizing public meetings via teleconferencing

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / CVB / Marketing Committee will consider a resolution to continue holding virtual meetings under AB 361 due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. They will also review the Conference and Visitors Bureau's fiscal year 2022-2023 marketing initiatives and campaign results year to date, including a cyber-security incident that cost $14,778.50.

• Resolution to continue teleconferenced public meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Review of CVB FY 2022-2023 marketing campaigns and results year to date
• Cyber-security incident: $29,577 wire transfer compromised; $14,778.50 additional outlay to be absorbed via salary savings
• CVB contract total not to exceed $4,387,970 for FY 2022-2023

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Beverly Hills Property Owners Task Force Committee is meeting to consider a resolution that would allow it to continue holding public meetings via teleconference under AB 361, citing the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes updates on the Cheval Blanc Hotel referendum, a presentation on the California Green Business Network, and discussions on parking structure facades and commercial leasing activity.

• Resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 (Gov. Code § 54953(e))
• Update on referendum regarding The Cheval Blanc Hotel Project
• Presentation on California Green Business Network Program
• Discussion on redesigning City's parking structure facades
• Information on current commercial retail leasing activity and available spaces

Sunshine Task Force

The regular meeting of the Sunshine Task Force Committee scheduled for January 23, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled because a quorum was not reached. The committee is currently being restructured, according to the notice posted by the City Clerk.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Committee is being restructured

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will meet to discuss several special event items, including a request to install Persian New Year (Nowruz) street pole banners, an informational update on the Vanity Fair post-Academy Awards event, and a request from Allen Media Group for a special event. The committee will also receive an update on the Los Angeles Marathon street closures and feedback on the 2023 citywide holiday decor. Recommendations from this meeting may go to the City Council for approval on February 6, 2024.

• Request to install Nowruz street pole banners for 2024, with estimated cost of $9,182.33 for cleaning and date overlays
• Vanity Fair post-Academy Awards event on March 10, 2024, including closure of 400 block of North Crescent Drive from Feb 27 to Mar 14
• Allen Media Group request for special event at The Beverly Wilshire Hotel, including alleyway closure on March 10, 2024
• Los Angeles Marathon street closures on March 17, 2024, as part of three-year agreement (2023-2025)
• 2023 Citywide Holiday Decor feedback and information

The committee reviewed plans for Nowruz banners and upcoming special events, including the Vanity Fair party and LA Marathon. Members directed staff to expand the Nowruz banner display area to include Olympic. Several items will proceed to the full city council for final approval on February 6th.

• Directed staff to include Olympic in Nowruz banner locations, increasing estimated cost to $10,542
• Proposed Nowruz banner plan (89+ banners) to be sent to full council for approval on February 6th
• Proposed Vanity Fair event street closures and fees to be sent to full council for approval on February 6th
• Struck request from Allen Media Group for Beverly Wilshire event after cancellation

Litigation Committee

The Beverly Hills Litigation Committee is holding a special meeting to interview potential outside counsel for police department defense litigation. The agenda also includes public comment and future agenda items.

• Interviews with potential outside counsel for police department defense litigation
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Discussion of future agenda items

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / Rodeo Drive / Special Events / Holiday Program Committee will meet to consider a resolution continuing teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 and to review a request from the Los Angeles Marathon for special event street closures in 2023-2025. The committee will also take public comment and discuss future agenda items.

• Resolution to continue teleconference meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e) due to COVID-19 emergency
• Request from Los Angeles Marathon for street closures on March 19, 2023, from 5:00 am to 1:00 pm, including portions of Doheny Drive, Burton Way, South Santa Monica Boulevard, Rodeo Drive, Wilshire Boulevard, and North Santa Monica Boulevard
• LA Marathon organizers seek 3-year commitment (2023-2025) for event support
• Public comment period for agenda items

Litigation Committee

The Beverly Hills Litigation Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss two main items: selecting outside counsel for police defense litigation and a contract for employee relations and negotiation services with Liebert, Cassidy and Whitmore. The meeting also includes public comment and future agenda items.

• Discussion of choosing outside counsel for police defense litigation
• Discussion of contract for employee relations and negotiation services with Liebert, Cassidy and Whitmore
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda