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Certificate of Appreciation for John Mundy Mr. Mundy is being recognized for his outstanding work in observing and identifying suspicious activity while working at the 438 N. Beverly Drive City parking structure which resulted in the apprehension of vehicle burglary suspects.

Item A-1 Staff Report

 

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Request by Councilmember Wunderlich to Explore Establishing an Independent Internal Auditor Office This item discusses establishing an Independent Internal Auditor within the City to review City processes for efficiency.

Item A-2 Staff Report

 

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Community Charitable Foundation Interview Panel Report Transmits the interview panel’s appointment recommendation for the Community Charitable Foundation.

Item A-3 Staff Report

 

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Request by Councilmember Mirisch to Discuss Expanding or Creating a Commission to Handle Cultural and Art Activities This item discusses expanding a commission’s charge or creating a new commission to deal with cultural or art activities.

Item A-4 Staff Report

 

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Staff Request for City Council Direction to Award Bid for FY 2017/2018 Legal Notices and Advertising Staff seeks City Council direction to implement contract(s) for local adjudicated newspapers eligible to publish legal notices and advertisements for Fiscal Year 2017/18.

Item A-5 Staff Report

 

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Request to Add Amenities to the Electric Fountain Location at the Corner of Santa Monica and Wilshire Boulevards First Agendized April 4, 2017 The Recreation and Parks Commission seeks City Council input on two additions to The Electric Fountain location; the placement of a commemorative rock recognizing the Tongva Native American Tribe and the installation of the Beverly Hills Shield.

Item A-6 Staff Report

 

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Special Event Request for Use of the 400 Block of North Crescent Drive Seeks City Council direction regarding Vanity Fair's request to continue utilizing North Crescent Drive for its Academy Award Event over the next three years (2018-2020).

Item A-7 Staff Report

 

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Proposal from AntoShirts and CMG Brands to Design, Manufacture, Distribute and Market Beverly Hills Branded Apparel This item seeks City Council direction on whether to negotiate an agreement with AntoShirts through the City's licensing agent CMG Brands LLC, to design manufacture, distribute and market Beverly Hills branded apparel.

Item A-8 Staff Report

 

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Metro Purple Line Extension Section 1, La Cienega Station Construction  Update This report gives an update of construction activities and schedule on Wilshire Blvd at the La Cienega Station.

Item C-9 Staff Report

 

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The LA Freedom Festival in Century City Provides information on The LA Freedom Festival event and Santa Monica Boulevard street closure that will occur in Century City on Tuesday, July 4 and its impacts on Beverly Hills.

Item C-10 Staff Report