Beverly Hills public meetings in 2025

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Holiday Program Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a request from The McCourt Foundation to host the Los Angeles Marathon on March 8, 2026, including street closures, and to review updates on Phase 2 of the Rodeo Drive bollards.

• Request from The McCourt Foundation to host the Los Angeles Marathon on March 8, 2026
• Request to reinstate a Three-Year Agreement (2026—2028) for the marathon
• Update on Phase 2 of the Rodeo Drive bollards
• Public comment period
• Adjournment

Recreation & Parks Liaison Committee

The Recreation & Parks Liaison Committee is reviewing conceptual designs for playground upgrades at Arnaz Mini Park and a reforestation project at Greystone Mansion. The body is also reviewing priorities for the Recreation and Parks Commission for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

• Arnaz Mini Park: Proposed replacement of fire engine equipment with climbing cubes and butterfly shade canopies
• Greystone Reforestation Project: Preliminary design for native plant communities including Conifer Forest, Oak Woodland, and Seasonal Meadow
• FY 2025-26 Priorities: Review of 11 work plan items including La Cienega Park Playground Restoration and a Pickleball Pilot Program
• Greystone Mansion: Proposed removal of oversized palm trees and invasive shrubs/grasses

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/Legislative/Lobby Committee will discuss ten legislative items, including the S.2651 ROAD to Housing Act and several bills related to terrorist designations and water system liability. Members may recommend positions such as support, oppose, or neutral, which staff will forward to the City Council for concurrence. The agenda also includes a draft 2026 Legislative Platform, a Noise‑Activated Camera Pilot Program, and a Stop‑Sign Camera Bill sponsorship.

• S.2651 – ROAD to Housing Act of 2025
• S.2293 – Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025
• H.R.1267 – Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act
• Noise‑Activated Camera Pilot Program
• Stop‑Sign Camera Bill Sponsorship

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison/BHUSD Committee will meet to discuss a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA). The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of JPA Agreement in negotiations

October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Memorial Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting on December 1, 2025 at City Hall, Conference Room 4A. The agenda includes a public comment period, finalizing details of the October 7th permanent memorial design, and a fundraising campaign. The committee will discuss and adopt the design details for the memorial.

• Public comment period for members of the public
• Finalizing details of the October 7th permanent memorial design
• Fundraising campaign for the memorial

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Small Business Assistance Task Force will meet to discuss the purpose of the group and review a presentation on the Small Business Development Center. The committee will discuss streamlining business requests and potential focus areas for the task force.

• Presentation on Small Business Development Center
• Recap of New York Business Attraction and Retention Mission
• Discussion on streamlining business requests via Chamber-City conversations
• Potential small business tie-ins for FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, and Olympics
• Discussion on increasing foot traffic and online sales

Legislative Lobby Committee

The City Council Liaison/Legislative/Lobby Committee special meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. The agenda that was prepared includes several federal bills and a draft legislative platform, but the committee will not address them until a future meeting.

• S.2651 – ROAD to Housing Act of 2025
• S.2293 – Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025
• H.R.4397 – Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025
• Draft 2026 Legislative Platform
• Noise Activated Camera Pilot Program

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison will hold a special meeting with the Beverly Hills Unified School District. The agenda includes a public comment period and a closed‑session conference with City Manager Nancy Hunt‑Coffey to negotiate real‑property terms for multiple school sites. The discussion will cover price and payment terms for the listed properties, though no amounts are provided in the agenda.

• Closed‑session conference with City Manager Nancy Hunt‑Coffey to negotiate property terms for Beverly Vista School and other district schools
• Negotiation of price and terms of payment for listed school properties (price not specified)
• Public comment period allowing residents to address any agenda item
• Metal‑detector screening required for entry to City Hall

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Committee is considering a recommendation to the City Council for a 2026 public art installation titled “Museum on Rodeo Drive.” The project involves a partnership between the Rodeo Drive Committee and artist Mr. Brainwash to place approximately 14 sculptures along the street.

• Proposed installation of 14 art pieces, including reimagined versions of the Mona Lisa and Van Gogh's Sunflowers
• Request for a waiver of approximately $6,000 in permit fees
• Requirement for a minimum 5-6 foot pedestrian pathway to be maintained

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison will hold a special meeting on Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM in Conference Room 4A. The agenda includes a public comment period and a closed‑session conference with a real‑property negotiator. The closed session will address negotiations for several school properties, including Beverly Vista School, El Rodeo Elementary School, Hawthorne School, Horace Mann School, and Beverly Hills High School. No decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Public comment period for any agenda items
• Closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiator Nancy Hunt‑Coffey, City Manager
• Negotiation concerning Beverly Vista School – 200 South Elm Drive
• Negotiation concerning El Rodeo Elementary School – 605 Whittier Drive
• Negotiation concerning Hawthorne School – 624 North Rexford Drive

Branding & Licensing Committee

The Branding & Licensing Committee will hold public comment and then consider a proposal allowing Erewhon to use the Beverly Hills City Shield on a tote‑bag line and a co‑created smoothie. The tote bags would retail for $60‑$130 with a $10 royalty per bag, and the smoothies would retail for $22‑$23 with a $2 royalty per smoothie. The 12‑month collaboration would launch in mid‑November 2025, and approved royalties would go to the City. If the committee approves, staff will forward the proposal to the full City Council.

• Request to approve use of the City Shield for the Beverly Hills × Erewhon collaboration
• Tote bags priced $60‑$130 with a $10 royalty per bag
• Smoothies priced $22‑$23 with a $2 royalty per smoothie
• Collaboration term of 12 months, launch scheduled for mid‑November 2025
• Public comment period at the start of the meeting

Chamber of Commerce Committee

The City Council Liaison/Chamber of Commerce Committee is reviewing the Chamber's first-quarter progress for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The Chamber is proposing to repurpose hours from task force and Metro meetings to address other community needs.

• FY 25/26 Chamber contract total not to exceed $553,245
• Proposed new initiatives: Green Building Initiative education and Small Business Development Center reintroduction
• Proposed Metro Focus Group Discussions for La Cienega Station Opening
• Report of 8 ribbon cuttings with waived special event permit fees in Q1
• Update on New York Business Attraction and Retention mission (Oct 20-24)

Commissioner Orientation

The Architectural and Design Review, Arts and Culture, Cultural Heritage, Health and Safety, Human Relations, Planning, Public Works, Recreation and Parks, and Traffic and Parking commissions will hold a special meeting. The agenda includes a welcome by Mayor Sharona R. Nazarian, a pledge of allegiance, roll call, public comment, and a training session covering commission roles, performance, media, and legal issues. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Welcome by Mayor Sharona R. Nazarian, PsyD
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Public comment period for any agenda items
• Training session with comments from City Manager Nancy Hunt‑Coffey and Assistant City Manager Ryan Gohlich
• Adjournment of each commission

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting with public comment followed by a closed session. In the closed session, the committee will discuss lease amendments for several properties and consider purchasing the property at 401 South Robertson Boulevard. The discussions involve Assistant City Manager Ryan Gohlich and various negotiating parties.

• Lease amendment consideration for 348 Foothill Road (negotiating party: Miller-DM, Inc.)
• Lease consideration for 443-445 North Cañon Drive (negotiating parties: Hard Scale Eats, LLC; Southwest Wine & Spirits, LLC)
• Lease amendment consideration for 430 North Camden Drive (negotiating party: MUS2, LLC)
• Potential purchase of 401 South Robertson Boulevard (negotiating parties: Century Beverly Hills, LLC; ETCO Homes, Inc.)
• Potential purchase of 9385-9393 Wilshire Boulevard (negotiating party: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority)

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Beverly Hills Property Owners Task Force Committee will hold a special meeting on October 17, 2025 to review major projects, current planning updates, the Green Business Program, recent chamber‑city business collaboration, a New York business attraction trip, and property‑owner updates on commercial leasing, tenant changes, and available spaces. Public comment will be allowed, followed by introductions, information sharing, and discussion of future agenda items.

• Major Projects and Current Planning Update
• Beverly Hills Green Business Program Overview
• Recent Chamber‑City Conversation on Business Collaboration
• New York Business Attraction and Retention Trip
• Property Owners Updates: commercial retail leasing activity, tenant moves, and available spaces

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The Marketing Liaison Committee is reviewing the Conference and Visitors Bureau's (CVB) performance for FY 2024-2025 Q4 and FY 2025-2026 Q1. The CVB is seeking approval to reallocate funds for specific marketing initiatives and tenant improvements.

• Request to reallocate $65,000 from Unity Through Tourism funding for trade representation, partnerships, and sales activities
• Request to reallocate $79,252 in actual carryover funds for tenant improvements to current space
• Review of FY 24/25 Q4 results, including the 'Always On' and Spring 2025 Signature campaigns
• Review of FY 25/26 Q1 activities, including the 2025 Holiday Campaign and Great Elephant Migration
• Report of $27,500 in funding already reallocated by the City Manager in September 2025

Cultural Heritage Commission Subcommittees

The Beverly Hills Cultural Heritage Commission Liaison Committee will review the final concept for a new historic preservation awards program and consider opening its nomination period in October. The committee will also discuss an update to the city’s Historic Preservation Ordinance. Public comment is scheduled before these items are considered.

• Review final concept for new historic preservation awards program (budget funded by reduced Golden Shield awards)
• Discuss opening the nomination period for the awards program in October
• Consider updates to the Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Public comment on agenda items

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Holiday Program Committee will consider Dick Clark Productions' request to close streets and sidewalks for the 83rd Golden Globes ceremony on January 11, 2026. The request includes a $30,000 fee waiver for filming and special‑event permits, a proposal to remove a light pole at the southeast corner of Wilshire and Whittier, and a request for 50 reserved parking spaces. Public comment will also be taken before any decision is made.

• Request for street and sidewalk closures on North Santa Monica Blvd, Wilshire Blvd and adjacent streets for the Golden Globes event
• $30,000 fee waiver request for filming and special‑event permit fees
• Proposal to remove a light pole at the southeast corner of Wilshire and Whittier
• Request for 50 parking spaces reserved from December 15, 2025 onward
• Public comment period on the agenda items

Litigation Committee

The Litigation Committee will hold a special meeting on September 29, 2025. The committee will hear public comments and then discuss options for the city's liability insurance through a Joint Power Authority. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Public comment period
• Discussion of Joint Power Authority options for city liability insurance
• Adjournment

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will consider purchasing two properties: 149-159 South Maple Drive and 9225 Charleville Boulevard, and 401 South Robertson Boulevard. The City Negotiator is Ryan Gohlich, Assistant City Manager.

• Consider purchasing 149-159 South Maple Drive and 9225 Charleville Boulevard
• Consider purchasing 401 South Robertson Boulevard
• Closed session to confer with real property negotiator
• Public comment period at start of meeting

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Rodeo Drive Holiday Program Committee will hear public comments and consider an updated proposal for the 2025 Holiday Lighting Celebration scheduled for November 13, 2025. The proposal notes an estimated production cost of about $1.1 million versus available Transient Occupant Tax funding of $673,151, creating a potential deficit of $438,132. The committee will also discuss sponsorship opportunities, cost‑saving measures, and revised banner designs.

• Updated Holiday Lighting Celebration on November 13, 2025 with lighting, stage, fireworks, food trucks, and banner concepts
• Estimated production cost approximately $1.1 million; available TOT funding $673,151; deficit $438,132
• Proposed removal/reduction of elements costing $90,586 (center median audio, camera package, video monitors, wine garden, enhanced audio system)
• Potential capital purchase for expanded audio system $52,500 plus $12,500 for installation, maintenance, removal, and storage
• Installation of 28 Rodeo Drive banners (20 on median, 8 on sidewalk) funded outside the event budget

Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee

The City Council is considering the adoption of final strategic priorities, goals, and work plans for fiscal year 2025-26. These plans incorporate feedback from the City Council and include specific priorities for city commissions.

• Completion of BHPD Public Safety Center at La Cienega Metro Station
• Pilot of drone-in-a-box (DIAB) initiative for police coverage
• Phase 2 of the Rodeo Dr. bollards project
• Adoption of the 2025 Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone map via ordinance
• Automation of paper-based counter transactions for permits and planning

October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee

The October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee is discussing a fundraising and donor recognition program. The City Council has allocated $500,000 toward the project, but costs are expected to exceed this amount.

• Discussion of donor recognition levels and placement to avoid overshadowing victim names
• Proposed kickoff of fundraising campaign during groundbreaking ceremony on October 5, 2025
• Review of donor models from Museum of Tolerance, USHMM, and other Holocaust memorials
• City Council allocation of $500,000 for the permanent memorial project

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The committee is discussing the plan for the November 13, 2025, holiday lighting event and associated street-pole banners. Due to a projected funding gap of $438,132, the body is reviewing two budget scenarios, one of which includes cutting fireworks, photo activations, and specialty acts.

• Proposed holiday lighting celebration on November 13, 2025
• Estimated full production cost of $1,111,283 against available funding of $673,151
• Installation of 28 street-pole banners along Rodeo Drive
• Proposed street closures from Nov 12 (9pm) to Nov 14 (6am) on Rodeo Drive, Dayton Way, and Brighton Way
• Request for the City to waive or absorb approximately $70,000 in permit and personnel fees

Branding & Licensing Committee

The Branding and Licensing Committee is reviewing two requests to use the city's trademarked name and shield. The body will discuss a fee waiver for a charitable event and a potential royalty-based partnership with a winery.

• Request from Wolfgang Puck to use City Shield for 'Beverly Hills Autumn BBQ' on October 19, 2025
• Proposed waiver of $5,000 licensing fee for the Autumn BBQ fundraiser benefiting No Kid Hungry
• Licensing partnership request from Pearson Brothers Winery for a custom label using the Beverly Hills name
• Proposed royalty agreement with Pearson Brothers Winery for 10% to 12% of net sales

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will meet in closed session to negotiate prices and payment terms for several properties. The body is considering lease amendments and new leases with various commercial entities.

• Lease amendment for 438 N. Beverly Dr. with Euromarket Designs, Inc.
• Lease amendment for 365 N. Rodeo Dr. with Richemont North America, Inc.
• Two proposed leases for 333 N. Crescent Dr. with Beverly Hills Padel Club
• Proposed lease for 443-445 N. Cañon Dr. with Sushi Nozawa Group
• Two proposed leases for 463 N. Bedford Dr. with The h.wood Group / MIRR Holding Group Inc.

Traffic & Parking Liaison Committee

The Traffic & Parking Liaison Committee is discussing updates to the Municipal Code to modernize parking payments and permits. A key proposal would prohibit residents of developments that use state law to reduce required on-site parking from participating in city parking permit programs.

• Proposed prohibition of Preferential Parking Permit (PPP) and Overnight Parking Permit (O/N) programs for developments with reduced on-site parking
• Creation of a new SP-1 Parking Permit for Beverly Hills School Board members
• Updates to Class 1 permits for City Council, Commissions, and Executive City Staff
• Transition to virtual parking permits and license plate recognition (LPR) enforcement
• Discussion of City Council and Commission priorities for Fiscal Year 2025-26

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Committee will meet in closed session to consider lease terms, lease amendments, and percentage rent payments for several city-owned properties. These discussions involve negotiations with multiple private entities.

• Proposed lease and lease amendment for 445 N. Cañon Dr. (HardScale Eats, LLC and Southwest Wine & Spirits, LLC)
• Proposed lease for 439 N. Cañon Dr. (Beverly Hills Watch Co.)
• Proposed lease amendment for 239 S. Beverly Dr. (SunCoast Merchandise Corp.)
• Proposed lease and lease amendment for 9400 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 300 (Nigel Burgess, Inc. and Touchstone Homes Inc.)
• Percentage rent payments for 235 N. Cañon Dr. (Tommy’s Beverly Hills, LLC) and lease amendment for 331 Foothill Rd. (United Talent Agency, LLC)

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Small Business Assistance Task Force will meet to review the Now Beverly Hills Shop Local Program and a presentation on AI for small businesses. The committee will also discuss a draft portable signage ordinance and customer foot traffic trends.

• Draft Portable Signage Ordinance
• Overview of Now Beverly Hills Shop Local Program
• Presentation on AI utilization for small businesses by Harmony Solutions International, LLC
• Discussion on Southeast Beverly Hills
• Review of customer visit trends and safety

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Legislative/Lobby Committee will discuss several federal and state bills to determine if the City should support, oppose, or remain neutral. The committee will also receive verbal updates from the City's lobbyists on various legislative issues.

• H.R. 1048 (DETERRENT Act) regarding foreign gifts to colleges and universities
• SB 720 (Ashby) regarding opt-in automated red-light enforcement systems
• AB 1138 and SB 630 regarding expanding film and television production tax credits
• AB 11 (Lee) The Social Housing Act
• AB 736 (Wicks) The Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Holiday Program Committee is discussing the 2025 citywide holiday décor program and an updated design proposal for Rodeo Drive. Staff are seeking feedback on new lighting installations and a Nutcracker-themed design for the Rodeo Drive median.

• Proposed theatrical lighting for the Moreton Bay Fig Tree in Beverly Gardens Park (est. not to exceed $300,000)
• Proposed year-round banquet lighting at Beverly Cañon Gardens (RGB: $240,000 or Warm White: $175,000)
• Proposed bulb changes for Brighton Way décor (est. $10,000)
• Updated Rodeo Drive holiday décor design proposal based on The Nutcracker Ballet (est. budget $497,969)
• Maybourne Hotel offer to match a $75,000 contribution for year-round banquet lights

Chamber of Commerce Committee

The City Council Liaison Committee is reviewing the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce's progress on its 2024-2025 work plan. The body is considering proposals to roll over incomplete tasks and adjust final payments for the fiscal year.

• Review of FY 2024-2025 Quarter Four programs and initiatives
• Proposal to roll over one Property Owners Task Force and one Small Business Task Force meeting to FY 2025-2026
• Proposed reduction of Q4 invoice from $84,561.25 to $66,391.25
• Request to reallocate $5,000 from Regional Business Attraction to Marketing and Outreach support
• Review of FY 2025-2026 Workplan and Funding Requests

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The Small Business Assistance Task Force will meet to review the Shop Local program and a presentation on AI for small businesses. The committee will also discuss a draft portable signage ordinance and customer foot traffic trends.

• Presentation on how small businesses can utilize AI
• Discussion of Draft Portable Signage Ordinance
• Overview of Now Beverly Hills Shop Local Program
• Discussion on Southeast Beverly Hills and Sharona Mayoral Event
• Review of customer visit trends and safety

Small Business Assistance Task Force

The special meeting of the City Council Liaison/Small Business Assistance Task Force Committee scheduled for June 4, 2025, has been canceled. It is rescheduled for June 16, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee

The Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee will discuss proposed changes to the Arts and Culture Commission’s structure and duties, including reducing meeting frequency, renaming the commission, and shifting focus to fine art maintenance and inspections. The meeting will also include public comment and adjournment.

• Review of Arts and Culture Commission structure and duties
• Proposal to reduce meetings from monthly to quarterly
• Proposal to rename commission to 'Arts Commission' and focus on fine, visual, and performing arts
• Proposal to conduct annual inspections of fine art citywide
• Proposal to modify or eliminate duties related to developing new events

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The Marketing Liaison Committee is reviewing the Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau's (CVB) proposed annual work plan and funding requests. The body will discuss a base budget, a separate safety messaging campaign, and the reallocation of carryover funds.

• Funding request of $4,663,491 for the FY 25/26 base workplan
• Request for $550,000 from the safety 'set back' fund for a consumer and meeting planner safety campaign
• Reallocation of $456,484 in carryover funds for two sales positions, a Tourism Marketing District exploration, and sporting event exploration
• Proposed 'Unity Through Tourism' program including a white paper, summit, and international festival
• Proposed 'I Love Lucy' Route 66 road trip activation for the 2026 Concours d’Elegance

Recreation & Parks Liaison Committee

The Recreation & Parks Liaison Committee will hear updates on two playground improvement projects. Staff is seeking input on conceptual designs for Arnaz Mini Park’s 475 sq ft playground and La Cienega Park’s 12,400 sq ft playground, both slated for full Council review in June 2025. No financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Arnaz Mini Park playground equipment replacement with colorful play cubes and butterfly shade canopies
• La Cienega Park playground redesign featuring rubber mound hills, age-specific play zones, and performance stage
• Public comment opportunity on both playground proposals
• No fiscal impact reported for either project at this stage

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The committee will review the Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau's (CVB) programs and initiatives for the third and fourth quarters of Fiscal Year 2024-25. Members will also review the CVB workplan and funding requests for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

• Review of FY 2024-25 CVB contract total not to exceed $4,987,891
• Economic impact study showing $33.80 return to city businesses for every $1 invested by CVB
• Report on 'Eat. Donate. Love.' campaign which raised and donated $160,000
• Review of FY 2025-2026 CVB workplan and funding requests
• Analysis of transient occupancy tax (TOT) revenue forecasted at $51,200,000 for FY 24/25

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Property Owners Task Force Committee will hold a special in-person meeting at City Hall to review current planning updates, the One Beverly Hills project, and commercial retail leasing activity. Members of the public can attend in person or view the meeting via live webcast, with opportunities for public comment.

• One Beverly Hills project overview
• Current commercial retail leasing activity review
• Property owners update
• Tenants coming in and leaving
• Portable signage discussion

Community Security Ad Hoc Committee

The Community Security Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss safety and hospitality services, as well as video data usage. Public comment will be accepted on items not on the agenda. No final decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Discussion of Safety and Hospitality Services
• Discussion of Video Data Usage

October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee

The October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to initiate a fundraising and donor recognition program. The City Council has allocated $500,000 toward the project, but staff notes costs may exceed this amount. The committee will review previous city fundraising models to develop a program for the Beverly Hills Community Charitable Foundation to implement.

• Discussion of $500,000 in existing City Council funds for the memorial
• Review of donor recognition models from Beverly Gardens Park, Dog Park, and 9/11 Memorial
• Proposal that donor recognition be placed on the perimeter of the memorial rather than the memorial itself

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee is meeting in closed session to discuss real property negotiations for four properties: 235 N. Cañon Dr. (percentage rent payment), 447 N. Cañon Dr. (proposed lease amendment), 445 N. Cañon Dr. (proposed lease and amendment), and 333 N. Crescent Dr. (proposed lease). The meeting also includes public comment and a report on closed session items.

• 235 N. Cañon Dr.: negotiation with Tommy’s Beverly Hills, LLC regarding percentage rent payment
• 447 N. Cañon Dr.: proposed lease amendment with Southwest Wine & Spirits, LLC
• 445 N. Cañon Dr.: proposed lease with Hard Scale Eats, LLC and lease amendment with Southwest Wine & Spirits, LLC
• 333 N. Crescent Dr.: proposed lease with Beverly Hills Padel Club

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will review the Rodeo Drive Committee's (RDC) proposed workplan and funding request for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The RDC requests $184,998 for website and social media management, with no increase from prior years. The committee will also consider a proposal for Rodeo Drive holiday decor 2025, and the continuation of the 'Rodeo Drive Celebrates' program with no city funding for banners due to partnerships with artist Richard Orlinski and merchant Dior. Based on committee feedback, the item will go to the full City Council on May 20, 2025.

• Review of Rodeo Drive Committee FY 25/26 workplan and funding request of $184,998 for website and social media management
• Proposal for Rodeo Drive holiday decor 2025
• "Rodeo Drive Celebrates" program: August 4-10 (Fashion) and October 6-12 (Timepieces and Fine Jewelry) with no city funding for banners
• Banner sponsorships by artist Richard Orlinski (summer) and RDC member Dior (fall)
• Staff recommendation to present feedback to City Council on May 20, 2025

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The special meeting of the City Council Liaison / Rodeo Drive / Special Events / Holiday Program Committee scheduled for May 8, 2025, has been cancelled and rescheduled to Monday, May 12, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. No other business is listed.

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will hold a closed session to discuss terms of proposed acquisitions for three properties in Los Angeles and lease amendments/leases for two properties in Beverly Hills. The committee will also hear public comment on non-agenda items and receive a report on closed session items.

• Property at 1652 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles – proposed acquisition; negotiator Ryan Gohlich, party Aquiles Aldo Gemba
• Property at 1660 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles – proposed acquisition; negotiator Ryan Gohlich, party Enzo T. Bulgarini
• Property at 1657 Alvira St., Los Angeles – proposed acquisition; negotiator Ryan Gohlich, party Max M. Abedian
• Property at 331 Foothill Rd., Beverly Hills (Suites 170, 200, 300, & 470) – proposed lease amendment; negotiator Ryan Gohlich, party Century Beverly Hills, LLC
• Property at 444 N. Rexford Dr., Beverly Hills – proposed leases; negotiator Ryan Gohlich, party Melik S. Inc.

Litigation Committee

The Beverly Hills Litigation Committee will meet on May 2, 2025, to discuss an insurance renewal strategy, a request from outside counsel Walsworth for a rate increase, and city prosecutor services. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Insurance renewal strategy discussion
• Outside counsel (Walsworth) rate increase request
• Discussion of city prosecutor services
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Priority Setting Ad Hoc Committee

The Priority Setting Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing final draft strategic priorities, goals, and work plan items for fiscal year 2025-26, which were previously approved by the City Council in December 2024. Staff is also proposing a more formal process for setting commission priorities, including a recommendation grid and City Council oversight, to reduce duplication and resource strain. The committee will provide feedback before the priorities go to the full City Council on May 6.

• Finalizing FY2025-26 strategic priorities with updated milestones for tracking progress
• Proposing new formal process for commission priorities with City Council direction and City Manager recommendations
• Completed work plan items already done, such as opening the Paley Center for Media in the Beverly Hills Public Library
• Specific projects include BHPD Public Safety Center at La Cienega Metro Station, pedestrian safety measures, and emergency preparedness updates
• Pilot projects for drone coverage expansion, AI-based video searching, and automated vehicle location systems

The committee directed staff to remove percentage figures from the draft priorities document. The City agreed to move toward a cost‑neutral fee system over the next three years. It also committed to develop a zero‑base event list with the RDC Liaison within six months. The Council will use the sample priority‑setting grid to review commission priorities.

• Staff will cut percentages from the final priorities document (planned)
• City will move toward implementing a cost‑neutral fee system over three years
• City will create a zero‑base event list with the RDC Liaison within six months
• Council will use the sample priority‑setting grid to review commission priorities

Audit & Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will review the June 30, 2024 Annual Financial Audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The body will also discuss a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a consultant to modernize the City's business tax program to support economic growth and job creation.

• Review of June 30, 2024 Annual Financial Audit, Single Audit, and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Discussion of RFP for business tax consultant services to update municipal code and tax models

The committee reviewed the June 30, 2024 annual financial audit and comprehensive financial report. Members discussed the Blue Ribbon Committee's recommendation to issue an RFP for business tax consulting services. No motions were made, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Chamber of Commerce Committee

The City Council Liaison/Chamber of Commerce Committee will receive an update on the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce's programs and initiatives for fiscal year 2024-2025 quarters two and three. The update covers business attraction missions to New York and Miami, task force meetings, ribbon cuttings, and marketing efforts. The committee may provide recommendations on the Chamber's workplan, which has a total contract amount of $553,245. No changes to the workplan are requested at this time.

• Update on FY 2024-2025 Q2 and Q3 Chamber programs including business attraction missions to New York (October) and Miami (February)
• Chamber's total contract amount of $553,245 for FY 2024-2025
• Eight ribbon cuttings for new businesses with waived special event permit fees
• Two Chamber signature events with permit fee waivers: State of Luxury (Nov 7, 2024) and Women Who Shine Gala (Mar 26, 2025)
• Staff recommends review and recommendations on quarterly update

Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills Liaison Committee will discuss a proposal from The Great Elephant Migration to install 100 life-size elephant sculptures along Beverly Gardens Park from July 1 through August 1, 2025. The installation would require a loan agreement to bypass city rules limiting overnight displays to two days. Staff recommends the organizers cover $33,945 in overnight security costs. The committee is also set to review a developer-owned art piece at 136 El Camino Drive.

• Proposed 'Great Elephant Migration' exhibition: 100 life-size elephant sculptures in Beverly Gardens Park for July 2025
• Need for a loan agreement to bypass Resolution Nos. 96-R-9493 and 96-R-9507 limiting overnight private displays to two days
• Staff recommends requiring $33,945 in overnight security costs paid by The Great Elephant Migration
• Review of developer-owned art located at 136 El Camino Drive

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Rodeo Drive Special Events Committee is reviewing a request from Gearys of Beverly Hills and Wasserman Media Group to host a boutique celebration. The event would involve street and sidewalk closures on Rodeo Drive for approximately 250 attendees.

• Proposed street closure of Rodeo Drive between Dayton Way and Brighton Way from May 21 to May 23, 2025
• Proposed sidewalk closure on North Rodeo Drive between 300-314 North Rodeo Drive
• Event scheduled for Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 6pm to 9pm
• Requirement for General Liability Insurance of at least $2 million per occurrence
• Staffing of six Traffic Control Officers, two Sworn Officers, and one Sergeant

The Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee met on April 15, 2025 and heard a request from Gearys of Beverly Hills to close the 300 block of Rodeo Drive for the Patek Philippe Grand Opening on May 22, 2025. Mayor Nazarian and Councilmember Friedman expressed support for the road and sidewalk closures, and the Mayor indicated willingness to allow amplified sound after 10 PM. No formal vote or approval was recorded, and the committee adjourned without a decision.

Litigation Committee

The Litigation Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the annual insurance renewal and a rate increase request from outside counsel Walsworth. The committee will then convene in closed session to discuss two existing lawsuits: a trip-and-fall case at 404 North Palm Drive (Martha Fox v. City) and a tree-fall property damage case (Albert Massachi et al. v. City). Public comment will be taken on agenda items before closed session.

• Public comment period for agenda items
• Annual Insurance Renewal Discussion
• Outside Counsel Request for Rate Increase—Walsworth
• Closed session: Martha Fox v. City (trip and fall at 404 North Palm Drive)
• Closed session: Albert Massachi et al. v. City (tree-fall property damage)

Public Works Commission Liaison Committee

The Public Works Commission Liaison Committee will discuss the adoption of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), which aims for carbon neutrality by 2045. The body will also address updates to the Street Tree Master Plan and amendments to municipal codes regarding wastewater and stormwater runoff.

• Adoption of Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
• Street Tree Master Plan Update
• Amending the Stormwater and Urban Runoff Pollution Control Municipal Code
• Amending the Wastewater Municipal Code

CVB - Marketing Liaison Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Liaison / CVB Marketing Committee will review the Conference and Visitors Bureau's Q2 and Q3 fiscal year 2024-25 programs and initiatives, including marketing results and travel trade activities. The committee will also consider reallocating $331,484 in carryover funds for new priorities such as a Miami sales event and Cannes Film Festival presence, and will discuss three options for the CVB office and Visitors Center. No final decisions are made at this meeting; the committee provides recommendations.

• Review of CVB Q2 & Q3 workplan: Smith Travel Research 2024 data, Visa activity, fall/holiday campaigns, PR highlights
• Carryover reallocation of $331,484: $50,000 for LE Miami, $50,000 for Cannes American Pavilion, $76,484 for Group Sales Position
• CVB office options: Option 1 TI remodel at 9400 S. Santa Monica Blvd #102 (~$410,000), Option 2 move to #300, Option 3 cosmetic improvements
• Expedia co-op campaign: $40,000 BHCVB contribution, $843,084 booking revenue, 1,566 room nights
• TOT revenue forecast $51,200,000 for FY24/25; one-seventh allocated to tourism and marketing

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee, a group of next-generation leaders, will hold a special meeting to discuss its 2025 areas of focus including networking events, arts and culture, sustainability, and civic education. The committee will also recap the 2024 Next Night event, begin planning for 2025, and hold an initial budget discussion. No formal votes or binding actions are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2025 areas of focus: networking, arts/culture, sustainability, Next Night
• Civic education and outreach plans including introduction to city departments
• Next Night 2024 recap and 2025 planning
• 2025 budget discussion

Community Security Ad Hoc Committee

The Community Security Ad Hoc Committee will discuss the selection of a new provider for Ambassador safety and hospitality services, following a Request for Proposals that narrowed the field to two finalists. The committee will interview those finalists and consider a recommendation to the full City Council, which will require a fund appropriation due to higher-than-budgeted pricing. Additionally, the committee will discuss video data usage, though no details are provided in the agenda materials.

• Discussing award of new agreement for Ambassador safety and hospitality services, with two finalists from a seven-proposal RFP
• Extension of Block by Block's agreement through June 30, 2025, at current rates and scope (already approved by City Council on March 4, 2025)
• Reduction in Ambassador coverage: maintain current levels in Business Triangle and South Beverly Drive, but reduce coverage at City Hall campus and other areas
• Consolidation of overnight security and parking garage checks with the current public safety contractor (BHPD)
• Discussion of video data usage (agenda item, no staff report details)

Community Charitable Foundation

The Community Charitable Foundation Board will vote on amendments to its bylaws that change how two City Council members are appointed to the board. Currently, three positions are filled by the Vice Mayor, a councilmember chosen by the Mayor and ratified by the Council, and the City Treasurer. The proposed revision would have two councilmembers selected by the Mayor without mandatory Council ratification, though any councilmember can request a review. The board will also approve minutes from its March 5 meeting.

• Approval of March 5, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Review and adoption of amendments to Section 4.A of Article VI of the bylaws, changing appointment of councilmember directors from Mayor-appointed with Council ratification to Mayor-appointed with optional Council review

Litigation Committee

The Beverly Hills Litigation Committee holds a special meeting to interview four law firms for handling tort cases following the retirement of Michael Nebenzahl. The firms under consideration are Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; Carpenter, Rothans & Dumont, LLP; McCune & Harber, LLP; and Collinson I Greco. The meeting also includes public comment and discussion of future agenda items.

• Interviews of four law firms for tort case handling
• Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
• Carpenter, Rothans & Dumont, LLP
• McCune & Harber, LLP
• Collinson I Greco

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will meet in closed session to discuss lease negotiations. The body is reviewing proposed lease terms and amendments for several city-owned properties.

• Proposed lease for 333 N. Crescent Dr. with Beverly Hills Padel Club
• Proposed lease amendment for 438 N. Beverly Dr. with Euromarket Designs, INC.
• Proposed leases for 9400 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 300 with Touchstone Homes, Burgess Yachts, and Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau
• Proposed leases for 463 N. Bedford Dr. with The h.wood Group and MIRR Holding Group Inc.

Arts & Culture Commission Liaison Committee

The Arts and Culture Commission Liaison Committee will discuss and provide direction on two items: the third annual Festival Beverly Hills scheduled for July 20, 2025, at Beverly Gardens Park, which requires an additional $18,000 in funding to match last year's scale; and a proposal to accept the donation of the developer-owned sculpture 'Fin' by Alex Israel, located at 136 El Camino Drive, along with an endowment, as recommended unanimously by the Arts and Culture Commission.

• Staff recommends supporting the 2025 Festival Beverly Hills on July 20 at Beverly Gardens Park with an additional $18,000 appropriation (total $65,000) for event infrastructure and street closure.
• Arts and Culture Commission voted 3-0 to recommend accepting the donation of the indoor sculpture 'Fin' by Alex Israel, valued at $30,250, along with an endowment for transport, storage, and maintenance.
• The sculpture was originally installed in 2021 to fulfill a Fine Art Obligation; the property owner now seeks to donate it due to aesthetic incompatibility with the lobby.
• Potential location for the sculpture discussed includes the first floor of the Public Works building.
• The Commission Liaison's recommendation on the funding request will be brought to the full City Council for final approval.

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The City Council Liaison/Rodeo Drive/Special Events/Holiday Program Committee will discuss and provide feedback on a funding request and street closures for the 2025 Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance Father's Day Car Show, which requires $319,974.25 in city funding and a proposed street closure fee waiver valued at approximately $20,378. The committee will also review a proposed partnership with Paramount Pictures for the 30th anniversary of the movie 'CLUELESS' and receive feedback on 2024 citywide holiday decorations. The items are expected to go to the full City Council at an April 22 study session.

• Funding request of $319,974.25 for the 2025 Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance Father's Day Car Show on June 15, 2025
• Proposed street closures on Rodeo Drive, Dayton Way, and Brighton Way from June 14 at 9 PM to June 15 at 11 PM
• Requested waiver of the street closure fee valued at approximately $20,378
• Proposed partnership between Paramount Pictures and the City of Beverly Hills for the 30th anniversary of the CLUELESS movie
• Feedback and information on the 2024 Citywide Holiday Decor program

City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council Policy Manual / Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee (Vice Mayor Nazarian and Councilmember Corman) is holding a special meeting to continue discussion on updating the 2009 City Council Policy and Operations Manual. The agenda includes public comment and the item is a continuation from a previous meeting. No decisions or new proposals are listed.

• Continue revision of the 2009 City Council Policy and Operations Manual

Community Charitable Foundation

The Beverly Hills Community Charitable Foundation is holding a special meeting to discuss several items. The board will review recommendations and acknowledgement programs from past fundraising campaigns. They will also review updates to the foundation's website and consider future agenda items. Minutes from the January 13 board meeting will be voted on.

• Approval of January 13, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Review of past fundraising campaign recommendations and acknowledgement programs
• Review of foundation website updates
• Discussion of future agenda items

City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee will continue its discussion of updating the 2009 City Council Policy and Operations Manual. This is a continuation of work from a previous meeting. No new proposals, votes, or specific policy changes are listed on the agenda.

• Continue revision of the 2009 City Council Policy and Operations Manual

Recreation & Parks Liaison Committee

The Recreation & Parks Council Liaisons are discussing staff recommendations to finalize the pickleball pilot program, which include specific court reconfigurations at La Cienega Tennis Center and Roxbury Tennis Center, purchase of permanent nets and restriping, and a new reservation software. The commission previously voted 4-1 to recommend adoption. The liaisons are to provide direction on next steps.

• Recommendation to revert La Cienega Tennis Center court 1 to tennis and convert courts 8, 12, and 7 to dedicated pickleball courts
• Roxbury Tennis Center court 1 to remain as a dedicated pickleball court with no additional courts
• One-time cost of $99,360 for court reconfiguration and resurfacing through CIP 00483
• Ongoing annual costs of $6,400 for net replacement and $19,200 for Playbypoint reservation software (5-year total not to exceed $95,998.80)
• New per-player fee structure to increase revenue; credit card processing fees set at 2.7% + $0.15 per transaction

Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Real Estate Ad Hoc Committee will meet in closed session to discuss the terms of proposed acquisitions and leases for seven properties. Items include three acquisition negotiations on La Cienega Blvd. in Los Angeles, two properties on Robertson Blvd. and Bedford Dr. in Beverly Hills, and a lease amendment on Cañon Dr. No public decisions are expected during this special meeting.

• Property: 1652 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles — proposed acquisition, negotiator Logan Phillippo, party Aquiles Aldo Gemba
• Property: 1660 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles — proposed acquisition, negotiator Logan Phillippo, party Enzo T. Bulgarini
• Property: 1657 Alvira St., Los Angeles — proposed acquisition, negotiator Logan Phillippo, party Max M. Abedian
• Property: 401 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills — proposed acquisition, negotiator Logan Phillippo, party Century Beverly Hills, LLC
• Property: 463 N. Bedford Dr., Beverly Hills — proposed leases, negotiator Logan Phillippo, parties The h.wood Group, Sabzee Market, Royal Personal Training

Community Security Ad Hoc Committee

The Community Security Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss safety and hospitality services. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discussion of safety and hospitality services

Community Security Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Community Security Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss safety and hospitality services. Public comment will be accepted on items not on the agenda. No other substantive items are scheduled.

• Discuss Safety and Hospitality Services
• Public Comment on non-agenda items

Next Beverly Hills Committee

This is a special meeting of the Next Beverly Hills Committee, a group of next-generation leaders focused on lifestyle, economic, and civic needs. They will discuss 2025 areas of focus including networking opportunities, arts/culture, sustainability, and civic education. The committee will also hear updates from City Council liaisons and staff, and review event proposals such as Honoring Doris Day and Taste of Beverly Hills.

• Discussion of 2025 areas of focus: networking events, arts/culture, sustainability, Next Night
• Civic education, collaboration, and outreach initiatives
• Event proposal updates: Honoring Doris Day, Sustainability event, Taste of Beverly Hills, Networking with Next
• City Council liaison civic awareness updates
• Staff announcements for next-generation events

Legislative Lobby Committee

The Legislative/Lobby Committee will review and propose changes to the Draft 2025 Legislative Platform, which outlines city positions on local, state, and federal legislative priorities. The platform includes proposed modifications from staff in areas such as transportation, public safety, environmental sustainability, and solid waste. The committee may also hear updates from lobbyists and discuss future agenda items. After committee direction, the platform will be presented to the City Council for adoption.

• Proposed addition to oppose prescriptive POST education requirements for police
• Proposed support for legislation allowing stop sign cameras for enforcement
• Proposed changes to transportation priorities including safety standards for vehicles
• Proposed additions on environmental sustainability including EV charging infrastructure and climate-friendly food options
• Proposed deletion of support for California Water Fix as outdated

City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee will hold a special meeting to continue revising the 2009 City Council Policy and Operations Manual. Members of the public may comment on agenda items and watch the meeting via live webcast.

Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee

The provided document is a save-the-date notice for a meeting of the Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee. No specific agenda items or discussion topics are listed.

Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee

The Commission Standardization Ad Hoc Committee will discuss merging the Health and Safety Commission with the Human Relations Commission, and the Recreation and Parks Commission with the Arts and Culture Commission. Staff analysis finds significant overlap in topics and recommends mergers as feasible to streamline operations and reduce staff time and costs. The committee will take public comment before deciding on recommendations to the full City Council.

• Public comment period for items on the agenda
• Discussion on merging Health and Safety Commission with Human Relations Commission due to overlapping duties
• Discussion on merging Recreation and Parks Commission with Arts and Culture Commission or restoring a standalone Fine Art Commission
• Staff report details 100–200 staff hours per meeting and hundreds of thousands of dollars annually per commission
• Committee may direct staff to present merger recommendations and timeline to City Council

The Ad Hoc Committee directed staff to merge the Health and Safety and Human Relations Commissions, with a new name and consolidated duties, and to bring the proposal to the full City Council. The committee also directed staff to review the roles of the Recreation and Parks and Arts and Culture Commissions to better separate duties and consider meeting frequency. No final decision was made on the latter merger.

• Directed merger of Health and Safety and Human Relations Commissions (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop new name and consolidate duties without eliminating any
• Directed staff to bring merger proposal to full City Council
• Directed staff to review Recreation and Parks and Arts and Culture Commission roles and meeting frequency

City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council Policy Manual Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss revisions to the 2009 City Council Policy and Operations Manual. The body is reviewing a proposed split of the document into a general Handbook and a procedural Policy Manual. The committee will specifically consider whether to change the policy regarding which Councilmembers may accept invitations to speak at public events.

• Review of the draft City Council Handbook
• Discussion on whether any Councilmember can accept speaking invitations regardless of seniority
• Review of policies on personal social media use by Councilmembers
• Discussion on public comment duration and timing
• Review of Councilmember compensation changes due to State law

Property Owners Task Force Committee

The Property Owners Task Force Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss several informational items, including a parking façade update, current commercial retail leasing activity, tenant turnover, available commercial spaces, portable signage (A-frame) rules, and the Metro Wilshire Boulevard closure. The meeting is primarily for discussion and information sharing, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Parking Façade Update
• Current Commercial Retail Leasing Activity
• Tenants Coming-in and Leaving
• Portable Signage (A-frame) Update
• Metro Wilshire Blvd Closure

BHUSD Committee / JPA Liaison

The BHUSD/City Liaison Committee will hear a staff report and discuss expanding early childhood programs at the Hawthorne campus, including before/after preschool care, Parent & Me classes, and a half-day preschool program. Staff will seek feedback on next steps, with potential implementation timelines from Summer 2025 to Winter/Spring 2026. No fiscal impact at this time; future funding would require budget approval.

• Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) between City and BHUSD for school facilities use, with payments of $13.7M (FY2023-24) rising to $14.5M (FY2025-26), plus $1.9M one-time CCTV installation
• Centralization of City preschool to Hawthorne campus and creation of a fourth preschool section at Horace Mann Elementary
• Consideration of before and after preschool care (9am-2pm) as early as Summer 2025, pending funding and staffing
• Parent & Me and Tot classes proposed for Fall 2025, with vendors being onboarded
• Potential half-day preschool program and Transitional Two program targeted for Winter/Spring 2026, requiring new state licensing

Rodeo Drive - Special Events - Holiday Program Committee

The Rodeo Drive Special Events Committee is discussing two public art installations for 2025 and a request to host a charity run. The committee is reviewing a request to waive $5,486 in permit fees for the art displays.

• Proposed art displays by Mr. Brainwash (February–June 2025) and Richard Orlinski (July 2025–January 2026)
• Request to waive $5,486 in Special Event and Temporary Installation permit fees
• Request from Not Today Cancer to host 'Run of the Stars' 5K Run/Walk on October 19, 2025

Elections Ad Hoc Committee

The Beverly Hills Elections Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review sections of the City Council policy manual on municipal elections, focusing on Mayor and Vice Mayor installation timing and term lengths. The committee, composed of Councilmembers Corman and Wells, was tasked after a September 2024 study session to address issues from state election law changes that shifted local election dates. They will consider potential recommendations to present to the full City Council for manual updates.

• Review of 2009 City Council Policy Manual sections on Mayor and Vice Mayor selection and rotation
• Discussion of possible term lengths (e.g., 3-month vs. 1-year) for Mayor and Vice Mayor due to election date shifts
• Consideration of moving municipal elections to November to synchronize installations
• Debate on requiring Vice Mayor service before becoming Mayor
• Public comment period on listed agenda items

October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee

The October 7th Memorial Ad Hoc Committee will meet to review an updated Request for Proposals (RFP) for a permanent memorial. The committee will also discuss the selection of advisory members for the memorial project.

• Updated RFP for Permanent Memorial
• Selection of Advisory Members for the October 7th Memorial Committee

Next Beverly Hills Committee

The Next Beverly Hills Committee will meet to discuss its 2025 areas of focus, including networking, arts/culture, sustainability, and civics. They will also plan prospective events such as a Doris Day honoring, sustainability event, Taste of Beverly Hills, and biannual networking. City council liaisons will provide civic awareness updates.

• Discussion of 2025 areas of focus: networking, arts & culture, sustainability, Next Night
• Planning of prospective events: Doris Day event, sustainability event, Taste of Beverly Hills, biannual "Networking with Next", group offsite activities
• Introduction to city departments and civic issues for next-gen education
• City Council Liaison updates on civic awareness
• February 13, 2025 meeting canceled and rescheduled

Community Charitable Foundation

The Community Charitable Foundation is meeting to review and potentially adopt updated bylaws and a revised Gift Acceptance Policy. The board will also discuss fundraising for the October 7th Memorial and review a menu of city projects available for donations.

• Adoption of Amended Community Charitable Foundation Bylaws
• Adoption of Amended Gift Acceptance Policy
• Fundraising discussion for the October 7th Memorial
• Review of draft donation website and city project menu
• Report of donations and financial statements since November 5, 2024