Members of the public may listen to this meeting telephonically at (888) 468-1195 (participant code 105093). Public comment can be offered electronically prior to and during the meeting by emailing commentACC@beverlyhills.org. Live meeting coverage will be available via BHTV Channel 10 on Spectrum Cable and webcast live at www.beverlyhills.org/watchlive. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable modification or accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact (310) 288-2220 prior to the meeting for assistance.


 
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210


ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

AGENDA


Tuesday, February 14, 2023
10:00 a.m.




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.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)(3), members of the Beverly Hills Arts and Culture Commission and staff may participate in this meeting via a teleconference. In the interest of maintaining appropriate social distancing, members of the public can participate by listening to the meeting at (888) 468-1195 (participant code 105093). 
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. 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.

How to Submit Public Comment:

Oral Comment/Listen only:  310-288-2288

Email:  commentACC@beverlyhills.org

Video:  https://beverlyhills-org.zoom.us/my/bevpublic  (passcode: 90210)

To watch video live:  https://www.beverlyhills.org/live

In-Person: Submit a Speaker Card to the Recording Secretary at the meeting

It is recommended that written public comments be submitted to the Arts and Culture Commission Recording Secretary by 8:00 AM on the meeting date.  Public comments will also be taken during the meeting when the topic is being reviewed by the Arts and Culture Commission.  Written comments should identify the Agenda Item number or topic in the subject line of the email. 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. The Commission may act on any item listed on the agenda.

OPEN MEETING

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Consideration of minutes from the Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting of January 10, 2023.

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2. Resolution of the Arts and Culture Commission of the City of Beverly Hills Continuing to Authorize Public Meetings to be Held Via Teleconferencing Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e) and Making Findings and Determinations Regarding the Same  Recent legislation was adopted allowing the Arts and Culture Commission to continue virtual meetings during the COVID-19 declared emergency subject to certain conditions and the proposed resolution implements the necessary requirements.
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES None

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PRESENTATIONS

NEW BUSINESS


CONTINUED BUSINESS

3. 50thAnniversary of the Beverly Hills Art Show Update 
    Staff is seeking the Commission's feedback and suggestions for ideas on how the commissioners would like to be involved in the event.

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4. Festival Beverly Hills 
    Staff will provide an update on the Festival Beverly Hills proposal that was presented to City Council at the February 7, 2023 session.

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5. Presentation of Music in the Mansion Festival  Ben Johnson, Arts and Culture Manager will provide a presentation on this upcoming event and provide an update on the talent that has been secured for this year.

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6. Financial Update

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a) Fine Art Fund Update Report

b) Fine Art Obligation  - 400 N. Rodeo Lighting Update

7. COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF  PROJECT UPDATES
* Arts and Culture Commission Updates 
    o Kusama 
    o Artwork Maintenance 
    o Judy Chicago 
    o Beverly Hills is Life by Mr. Brainwash
    o BH ArtWalks - Guided Tours 
* Community Services' Updates 
    o MADE in Beverly Hills 
    o Mayor's Youth Mental Wellness Event Update 
    o Arts and Culture Division Programs and Events 
* Director's Report 
* Information only items 
* Event Calendar

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8. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION 
    * Chair's Report

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a) Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting Highlights

b) Ad Hoc Committees      - Fine Arts/Public Art (Frank, P. Beck - Rogers, Acuna, Johnson, Thau)      - Capital Projects (M. Beck, P. Beck - Rogers, Johnson, Davis, Thau)      - Major and Annual Events (M. Beck, Filipovic - Johnson, Davis, Doyle, Ovasapyan)     - Performing Arts, Heritage Initiatives, Community Engagement (Gordy Bristol, Filipovic - Johnson, Paolone, Doyle, Scrimshaw)      - Embrace and Celebrate Culture Initiative (Frank, Gordy Bristol - Rogers, Johnson, Davis, Ovasapyan, Thau)

c) Other items brief announcements, request for information, and brief reports on activities.

d) Arts and Culture Commission Upcoming Meetings:
    Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

ADJOURNMENT