Please be advised that pre-entry metal detector screening requirements are now in place at City Hall. Members of the public are requested to plan visits accordingly.
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Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)(3), members of the Beverly Hills Public Works Commission and staff may participate in this meeting via a teleconference. Members of the public may participate in the meeting by attending in-person or telephonically; and may view the meeting through live webcast or BHTV Channel 10 on Spectrum Cable. |
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Anyone who participates at the meeting and/or enters the City Council Chamber or Commission meeting room is subject to having their image and/or voice displayed. These recordings will remain publicly accessible in perpetuity. |
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How to Submit Public Comment: |
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Oral Comment/Listen only: 310-288-2288 |
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Email: commentPWC@beverlyhills.org |
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Video: https://beverlyhills-org.zoom.us/my/bevpublic (passcode: 90210) |
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To watch video live: https://www.beverlyhills.org/live |
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In-Person: Submit a Speaker Card to the Recording Secretary at the meeting |
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It is recommended that written public comments be submitted to the Public Works Commission Recording Secretary by 5:00 PM one day prior to the meeting date. Public comments will also be taken during the meeting when the topic is being reviewed by the Public Works Commission. Written comments should identify the Agenda Item number or topic in the subject line of the email. |
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In order to be read at the meeting, written comments will be allowed with a maximum of 350 words, which corresponds to approximately three (3) minutes of speaking time. If a comment is received after the agenda item is heard, it will not be a part of the record. |
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The Commission may act on any item listed on the agenda. |
OPEN MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the concurrence of the Commission, the Chair may choose to amend the order of the items on the agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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Consideration of Minutes |
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Consideration of the Minutes of the Public Works Commission special meeting on
March 3, 2023.
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REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
Operations Reports from City Departments, Consultants and Outside Agencies
Metropolitan Water District (MWD) Director, Dr. Barry Pressman
CONTINUED BUSINESS
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City Council Priorities Update |
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Comment: Staff will update the Commission on Public Works specific City Council priorities. |
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Amending the Ordinance of the City of Beverly Hills Relating to the Removal of Groundwater- Dewatering Ordinance |
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Comment: Staff recommends the Public Works Commission recommend to amend the Dewatering Ordinance removing the R-1 (Single-Family Residential Zone) exemption and recommend the amendment for City Council adoption. The amendment requires new and substantial remodel R-1 projects to use groundwater for beneficial use or alternatively pay a replenishment fee. |
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Proposed Ordinance Amending the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to Regulate Polystyrene Foodware and Plastic Waste |
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Comment: Staff is recommending that the Public Works Commission recommend moving forward with the proposed ordinance for City Council consideration. |
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Comment: Staff is providing an update on relevant Public Works legislation to stay abreast of possible new and changing laws and funding opportunities. |
NEW BUSINESS
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Monthly Educational Speaker Series - Braid Theory |
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Comment: This item is for information only. The 2023 monthly speaker series is intended to provide information and educational updates from experts on a variety of relevant topics related to Public Works. |
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Response to Governor Newsom Rescinding Portions of California’s Drought Emergency |
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Comment: Staff recommends the Public Works Commission consider recommending to the City Council maintaining drought measures in support of continued water conservation in the region as outlined in the City Manager’s Order dated June 14, 2022. |
PROJECT UPDATES & STATUS ITEMS
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La Brea Subarea Update |
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Comment: This report is for information and discussion purposes. |
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Water Efficiency Update |
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Comment: This report is for information and discussion purposes. |
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Capital Projects Update |
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Comment: This item is for information and discussion purposes. |
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Specific Information and Department Updates |
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Comment: This report transmits information regarding upcoming items considered by the City Council, an update on the Department’s Master Plan and the Water Fund Financial Statement. |
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
ADJOURNMENT
