WEEKLY MANAGEMENT REPORT
(Week of March 4, 2014)

INDEX 
 
A - DIRECTION


1. Gateway Project Update Site Observation
Requests that the City Council visit the site of the Gateway at Wilshire Boulevard and San Vicente and affirm the proposed height of the tower structure.


ITEM A-1 LINK
 
2. Proclamation Presentation to CVS Caremark
Presentation to CVS Caremark in honor of their decision to stop selling tobacco products.


ITEM A-2 LINK
 
3. Employee Recognition: Shirley Byrd
Development Services Technician Shirley Byrd will retire from the City on March 6, 2014 with 32 years of service to the City.


ITEM A-3 LINK
 
4. Fiscal Year 2013/14 Mid-Year Budget Status Report
This report is to provide information regarding the progress of the City and its finances through the first half of the fiscal year.


ITEM A-4 LINK
 
5. Request for Authorization to Appropriate $378,058 from General Fund Revenue to Fund Three New Positions in Community Development
Due to increased development activity, the department seeks funds to support 3 new positions; all positions are supported through application processing fees.


ITEM A-5 LINK
 
6. Review of the Proposed Taxicab Franchise Request for Proposal and a Draft of the Preliminary Changes Recommended to the Beverly Hills Municipal Code
Provides preliminary Request for Proposal (RFP) for taxicab services to replace existing system of taxicab certificates with a taxicab franchise and seeks City Council direction regarding proposal and proposed Municipal Code changes.


ITEM A-6 STAFF REPORT LINK
 
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7. Recommendation from the Holiday/Special Events/Rodeo Drive Committee Regarding Baccarat Chandeliers Holiday Décor Proposal  This item is a recommendation from the Council Committee regarding a proposal to install Baccarat crystal chandeliers on Rodeo Drive during the 2014 holiday season.


ITEM A-7 LINK
 
8. Request by Mayor Mirisch for an Update on the Progress of the Ad Hoc Committee Work on the Commission Structure Review
The request is to the Committee (Councilmembers Gold and Krasne) to provide a progress report on their work to the Council.


ITEM A-8 LINK
 
9. Request from Councilmember Julian Gold for a Review of the City's 2014 Tournament of Roses Float
This item provides a recap of the City's float including community participation, lessons learned and return on investment.


ITEM A-9 LINK
 
10. Consideration of Installation of the City Shield or City Seal in the Commission's Meeting Room (Council Chamber Room 280A)
The report provides two options (City seal and shield) for consideration by the Council to be installed on the wall immediately behind the dais.


ITEM A-10 LINK
 
11. Southeast Task Force: Next Steps
Provides an update on the discussion at the December 12, 2013 task force meeting and a recommended action plan for implementation of task force objectives.


ITEM A-11 LINK
 
12. Traffic and Parking Commission Interview Panel Report
Transmits the interview panel's appointment recommendation for the Traffic and Parking Commission.


ITEM A-12 LINK
 
13. Human Relations Commission Interview Panel Report
Transmits the interview panel's appointment recommendation for the Human Relations Commission.


ITEM A-13 LINK
 
14. Request by House of Bijan to Install Permanent Plaques in the Sidewalk and a Decorative Parking Meter on Rodeo Drive
Staff is seeking input and direction from City Council regarding proposed modifications in the public right-of-way prior to consideration of an encroachment permit application.


ITEM A-14 LINK
 
B - INFORMATION
No items.


C - INFORMATION


15. Emergency Repair Work at the La Cienega Tennis Center
This emergency contract provides for unexpected remediation and construction services at the La Cienega Tennis Center.


ITEM C-15 LINK