On the agenda: Beverly Hills meeting — data center (Mar 9)

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Beverly Hills City Council Liaison I Traffic & Parking Commission Committee
will conduct a Special Meeting, at the following time and place, and will address the
agenda listed below:
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AGENDA

1) Public Comment
a. Members of the public will be given the opportunity to directly address the
Committee on any item listed on the agenda.

2) Draft City Council and Commission Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026-27
a. The Traffic and Parking Commission Liaison will discuss the draft City Council
Priorities and Commission Work Plan Items for the upcoming fiscal year.

3) Adjournment

uma Ahmed
City Clerk
Posted: March 6, 2026
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CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO:

City Council / Traffic and Parking Commission Liaison Committee

FROM:

Daren Grilley, PE, PTOE, Assistant Director of Public Works/City Engineer

DATE:

March 9, 2026

SUBJECT:

City Council and Commission Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026-27

ATTACHMENT:

1. January 13, 2026, City Council Agenda Report
2. FY 2025-26 Traffic and Parking Commission Work Plan Items

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Liaison Committee discuss the City Council Priorities pertaining to the
Traffic and Parking Commission, as well as commission Work Plan items for the upcoming fiscal
year.
INTRODUCTION
At the Study Session on January 13, 2026, the City Council reviewed proposed strategic priorities
and goals for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27. These priorities and goals are included as Attachment 1
and the goals associated with the Traffic and Parking Commission are highlighted. Work Plan
items for each commission for FY 2026-27 will be presented at a future City Council meeting.
DISCUSSION
This upcoming fiscal year marks the second year of a revised priority setting process that the City
Council approved in 2025. Along with the attached proposed priorities and goals, the FY 2025-26
Traffic and Parking Commission Work Plan is included as Attachment 2 for reference.
The Traffic and Parking Commission reviewed this information at their meeting on February 5,
2026, and was asked to provide input on priorities that align with traffic safety, mobility, and
parking management objectives within the Commission's purview. Commissioners offered the
following suggestions for the Liaison Committee to consider:
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Develop and implement traffic safety programs, such as education and enforcement
of distracted driving or walking (Suggest under SP4: Strengthen Community Quality of
Life and Health; Assign to PW/PD)

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Develop first/last mile active transportation improvements around subway stations
(Suggest under SP5: Maintain and Develop Infrastructure and Facilities; Assign to PW)

The Work Plan Items are in addition to the authority, functions, and responsibilities set forth for
the Commission in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code as stated below.
7-1-3: AUTHORITY OF TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION:
The traffic and parking commission shall have the authority and responsibility as set forth
in title 2, chapter 2, article 7 of this code, and shall perform the following specific functions:
A. The designation of any intersection requiring a vehicle to come to a full stop, or the
installation or removal of any existing stop sign within the city, shall require approval by
the traffic and parking commission prior to implementation;
B. Hear appeals from any decision of the transportation/engineering official in granting
or denying a permit under this title, where an appeal from such decision is appealable to
the traffic and parking commission; and
C. Perform such other functions and duties as set forth in this title
FISCAL IMPACT
Unless otherwise indicated, each of the City Council and Commission priorities that are listed has
funding available in the operating or capital improvement budgets to complete the item.

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STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date:

January 13, 2026

To:

Honorable Mayor & City Council

From:

Nancy Hunt-Coffey, City Manager
Mandy Jiang, Senior Management Analyst

Subject:

City Council Priorities Setting Session – Fiscal Year 2026-27

Attachments:

1. Proposed FY 2026-27 City Council Priorities

INTRODUCTION
This item presents the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 City Council Priorities for the
Council’s consideration and input. The proposed priorities consist of recommendations
from each department and identify programs that may require a budget enhancement.
City Commission priorities will be presented at a subsequent City Council meeting.
DISCUSSION
This Fiscal Year 2026-27 priority setting session marks the completion of the City’s first
cycle implementing a revised priority setting process, which was approved by the City
Council on May 20, 2025. The new process proved effective, providing department staff
with greater clarity which enabled stronger performance.
As part of a broader process improvement effort, the proposed FY 2026-27 City Council
Priorities document (Attachment 1) has been streamlined to eliminate piecemeal
workplan items, retaining only Strategic Priorities and Goals for a more executive-level
focus. The City is beginning the budget development process for FY 26-27. To further
align with the budget development timeline, specific items that may require budget
enhancement are listed below for consideration:
SP1: Enhance Community Safety Services
G1.1: Prepare for opening of Beverly Hills Metro stations. Projects to include:
 Plan policing model for Beverly Metro Station (PD/PW).
Funding may be needed, depending on the model.
G1.2: Implement new technologies to support public safety, to include:
 Continue to expand number of closed-circuit television (CCTV)
cameras with a focus on upgrading wireless cameras fleet,
and installation at prioritized intersections and automated license plate
readers (ALPRs) (IT, PW, PD). Funding needed for ongoing cost of
ALPRs purchased through ORT grant. Budget Enhancement will
be submitted for FY 26-27.

Meeting Date: January 13, 2026

G1.5: Continue emergency preparations and proactive safety measures
 Aggressively recruit new and lateral police officers (HR/PD).
Budget enhancement will be submitted for FY 26-27
SP2: Practice Effective, Innovative, and Transparent Governance
G2.1: Ensure effective transition of Council responsibilities, to include:
 Hold successful election for City Council and City Treasurer in June 2026
(CC). Additional funding will be needed for election.
Budget Enhancement will be submitted for FY 26-27.
G2.4: Engage in and complete labor negotiations with the City’s six non-sworn
employee groups (MOUs expire October 2026) (HR/FIN). Funding may be
needed, based on negotiation progress.
SP3: Strengthen Long-Term Fiscal Sustainability
G3.1: Ensure responsible fiscal stewardship by implementing cost saving
measures and revenue enhancement ideas to include:
 Conduct comprehensive Citywide Fee Study (CM/FIN).
Funding will be needed to carry out the study.
Budget Enhancement will be submitted for FY 26-27.
SP5: Maintain and Develop Infrastructure and Facilities
G5.1: Ensure City facilities are properly maintained and functional to include:
 Initiate seismic upgrades to one City parking structure
(Bedford, Camden or Beverly Dr.) (PW/PM). Funding may be needed.
 Construct October 7th permanent memorial (PM/PW/CS). City has
dedicated $500k. Need to raise remaining funds.
SP6: Enhance Housing Opportunities While Preserving Community Character
G6.2: Improve/maintain multifamily stock by studying implementation of a
proactive rental unit inspection program. (CD) Additional funding will be
required.
This initial draft is presented to the City Council inviting feedback. Separately, the
priorities proposed by those City Commissions without predetermined workplans will be
brought forth to the Council at a subsequent meeting.
FISCAL IMPACT
Unless otherwise indicated, each of the City Council priorities that are listed has funding
available in the Operating or Capital Improvement Project budgets to complete the item.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council discuss and provide direction on the list of
proposed priorities for Fiscal Year 2026-27.

Nancy Hunt Coffey,
City Manager
Approved By

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Attachment 1

Goals associated with the
Traffic & Parking Commission
are highlighted.

DRAFT Fiscal Year 2026-27
City of Beverly Hills
Strategic Priorities and Goals

SP1: Enhance Community Safety Services
G1.1: Prepare for opening of Beverly Hills Metro stations. Projects to include:
 Complete Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) Public Safety Center
at La Cienega Metro Station. (PW/PD)
 Manage contract with partner agencies for law enforcement services
provided on BH Metro platform (PD)
 Plan policing model for Beverly Metro Station. Funding may be needed,
depending on the model (PD/PW)
G1.2: Implement new technologies to support public safety, to include:
 Complete Phase II of Enterprise Records Management System (RMS)
upgrade for BHPD and BHFD. (PD/IT/FD)
 Implement Drone in a Box Program. (PD)
 Continue to expand number of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras
with a focus on upgrading wireless cameras fleet, and installation at
prioritized intersections and automated license plate readers (ALPRs). (IT,
PW, PD) Funding needed for ongoing cost of ALPRs purchased through
ORT grant. Budget Enhancement will be submitted for fy 26-27.
 Upgrade wireless data modems in public safety vehicles (PW/PD/IT)
G1.3: Expand cyber security posture to include:
 Replace end-of-life network infrastructure and enhance network security
(IT)
 Upgrade identity management systems such as the virtual private network
(IT)
G1.4: Increase pedestrian safety by studying and carrying out additional safety
measures on certain streets to include:(PW/PD)
 Use AI and existing technology to measure violators running lights and
stop signs (PW/PD)
 Complete Phase 2 of the Rodeo Dr. bollards/light pole replacement
project. (PW/PM)
 Complete permanent security solutions for Lily Pond block (PW/PD)
 Initiate local roadway safety plans & raised crosswalks at select
intersections (PW)
 Begin install of various midblock pedestrian signals (PW)
 Review/Update Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program (PW)
G1.5: Continue emergency preparations and proactive safety measures
 Explore emergency communication alert and warning tools (FD)
 Explore adverse weather planning capabilities (FD/PW)
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Explore communications for community members with disabilities (FD)
Aggressively recruit new and lateral police officers (HR/PD) Budget
enhancement will be submitted for fy 26-27.
Work with local and federal partner agencies to improve public safety and
reduce crime (PD)

SP2: Practice Effective, Innovative, and Transparent Governance
G2.1: Ensure effective transition of Council responsibilities, to include:
 Install new Mayor/Vice Mayor in April 2027 (PM/CC)
 Hold successful election for City Council and City Treasurer in June 2026
(CC) Additional funding will be needed for election. Budget Enhancement
will be submitted for fy 26-27.
 Install newly elected Council/City Treasurer in July 2026 (PM/CC)
 Carry out Mayor initiatives (PM)
G2.2: Expand public-facing eGov offerings
 Enhance online permitting and plan review capabilities through
implementation of new enterprise permitting software system
(IT/CD/PW/FD) (multi-year project)
 Complete roll out of JustFOIA for public records management (CC/IT)
G2.3: Ensure successful succession planning for future vacancies to include:
 Establish a learning and development and/or knowledge transfer plan to
support succession planning with City departments (HR)
 Conduct department strategy meetings to further evaluate positions preidentified for the development of a succession plan. (HR)
G2.4: Engage in and complete labor negotiations with the City’s six non-sworn
employee groups (MOUs expire October 2026) (HR/FIN) Funding may be needed
based on negotiation progress.
SP3: Strengthen Long-Term Fiscal Sustainability
G3.1: Ensure responsible fiscal stewardship by implementing cost saving
measures and revenue enhancement ideas to include:
 Conduct business tax analysis (CM/FIN)
 Conduct comprehensive Citywide Fee Study. (CM/FIN) Funding will be
needed to carry out the study. Budget Enhancement will be submitted for
fy 26-27.
 Complete development impact fee nexus study and implement
development impact fees. (CD)
 Conduct off street and on street parking rate study for City parking
structures and meters. (PW)
 Work with Long Range Planning Ad Hoc to explore best use of City real
estate and assets. (PM)
 Increase fee-based Community Services programming to be revenue
positive (CS)
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Continue monitoring Organized Retail Theft grant and monitor future
grant opportunities. Evaluate the continued use of equipment and services
no longer funded by the grant (PD)

SP4: Strengthen Community Quality of Life and Health
G4.1: Continue to roll out BHFD Wellness Network. (FD)
G4.2: Provide programs and spaces that benefit the residents of the City, to
include:
 Roll out new/different events as recommended by City Council ad hoc
(PM/CS)
 Prepare for 2026 World Cup related to security, transportation,
programming, etc. (PM/ CS/ PW/ PD)
 Prepare for 2028 Olympics related to security, transportation,
programming, etc. Determine if the Olympics marathon race can come
through Beverly Hills. (PM/PD/PW/CS)
SP5: Maintain and Develop Infrastructure and Facilities*
G5.1: Ensure City facilities are properly maintained and functional to include:
 Complete upgrade of Will Rogers water feature. (PW/CS)
 Initiate seismic upgrades to one City parking structure (Bedford, Camden
or Beverly Dr.) (PW/PM) Funding may be needed.
 Complete lower Greystone drainage & access road reconstruction.
(PW/CS)
 Replace IT data center heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) Systems. (IT/PW)
 Expand Fire station #2 to include 2 new individual bedrooms to
accommodate personnel assigned to the Station. (FD/PW)
 Street resurfacing associated with Metro projects, including Wilshire Blvd.
and residential areas affected by dewatering wells and/or haul route
violations. (PW)
 Renovate public first floor library restrooms. (CS/PW)
 Address short and long-term document storage needs in City Clerk’s
office. (CC/PW)
 Replace pergola at Rexford Mini Park (PW/CS)
 Install fire alarm at Greystone mansion (PW/CS)
 Restore fountains at Greystone cypress lane (PW/CS)
 Replace play equipment at Arnaz mini park (PW/CS)
 Complete Robertson ficus tree replacement
 Continue implementation of streetscape enhancements per Connect BH on
Wilshire and La Cienega Blvds., including new or enhanced crosswalks,
and transit shelters (PW)
 Construct October 7th permanent memorial. (PM/PW/CS) City has
dedicated $500k. Need to raise remaining funds.
 Sunset Boulevard Median Reconstruction and Reservoir Project (PW)
 Develop plan for Public Works Yards (PW)
 Replace obsolete signal poles on South Santa Monica Blvd. Corridor (PW)
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Upgrade outdoor basketball courts at Roxbury park (CS/PW)
Replace Automatic Transfer Switch at City Hall (PW)
Upgrade Library Fire Alarm System (CS/PW)
Replace roof at 345 Foothill Road (PW)

G5.2: Upgrade key IT infrastructure
 Upgrade end-of-life network and server infrastructure. (IT)
 Complete phase I of City’s finance system (Munis) migration to the cloud
(IT/FIN)
 Begin Phase I of automatic meter reader migration (PW)
 Develop roadmap for enhanced document management software (IT/CC)
SP6: Enhance Housing Opportunities While Preserving Community Character
G6.1: Complete elements from the certified housing element to include:
 Enter into an agreement with a development partner and create a
development plan for affordable housing at Gale Dr. and Wilshire Blvd.
including at least 125 units of affordable lower income housing. (PM/CD)
 Complete project entitlements for a senior affordable housing project.
(PM/CD)
 Continue implementation of housing element programs including actions
to encourage additional ADU construction and updates to the Mixed Use
Overlay Zone. (CD)
 Update standards for residential units and lot splits under SB 9 consistent
with state law. (CD)
 Complete and implement the transit-oriented development alternative plan
pursuant to SB 79. (CD)
G6.2: Improve/maintain multifamily stock by studying implementation of a
proactive rental unit inspection program. (CD) Additional funding will be
required.
G6.3: Continue to Manage the Character of the Community in light of State
mandates by lobbying Sacramento elected representatives and work with
other local cities to develop realistic goals for housing development. (PM)
SP7: Practice Environmental Stewardship, including Increased Mobility Options,
Reducing Carbon Emissions, etc.
G7.1: Pilot ongoing on-demand transit service (e.g. turnkey transit services.)**
(PW)
G7.2: Continue implementation of Complete Streets Plan. Some new projects
include crosswalks at Le Doux and Wilshire, at Wetherly/Almont and
Gregory/Robertson, La Cienega Park on La Cienega. (PW)

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G7.3: Continue to install level 2 EV chargers in City parking structures as
utilization numbers determine. Ensure there is power capacity. (PW)
G7.4: Implement elements of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan to include:
 Implement an Environmental Preferred Purchasing (EPP) policy for
municipal procurement (PW)
 Implement an Energy Reach Code for new construction (PW/CD)
 After evaluating power capacity, ensure compliance with State mandated
Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) Rule for vehicle replacement and
installation of DC Fast Chargers (PW)
 Purchase and register zero emission vehicles for ACF qualifying vehicles
up for replacement in FY 2025-26 (PW)
 Install additional fleet specific Level 2 EV Chargers in designated
department areas. (PW)
 Continue to review and address electrical grid maintenance and capacity.
(PW)
G7.5: Increase water resilience
 Complete Cabrillo pump station and forebay project to enhance and
increase emergency pumping capacity and redundancy. (PW)

* Please note that the Zero Based Budget CIP Ad Hoc is reviewing many of these projects. Any
changes to the list will be brought to the City Council at a later date.
**The Traffic and Parking liaison is currently considering this item.

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FY 25-26 Traffic and Parking Commission Work Plan Items
Project
Description
Increase Pedestrian Safety
(City Council work plan
WP1.3.1)
Ensure Financial Stability
and Economic Viability (City
Council work plan WP3.1.5)
Develop New Facilities (City
Council work plan WP5.2.2)
Increase Mobility Options
and Improvements (City
Council work plan WP7.1.1)

Increase Mobility Options
and Improvements (City
Council work plan WP7.1.2)

Reduce Carbon Emissions
(City Council work plan
WP7.2.1)

Study additional safety measures on certain streets.

Conduct off street and on street parking rate study for City
parking structures and meters.
Evaluate implementation of streetscape enhancements per
Connect BH on Wilshire and La Cienega Blvds., including new
or enhanced crosswalks, and transit shelters
Pilot ongoing on-demand transit service (e.g. turnkey transit
services, VIA, Waymo, etc.) Ensure that offerings by
autonomous vehicle providers are considered.
Note: have funding for 18-month pilot, not for permanent
program.
Have the option to consider implementation of Complete Streets
Plan. Some new projects include crosswalks at the six-way
intersection, Le Doux and Wilshire, and on Coldwater as well as
safety measures, such as a High intensity Activated crossWalK
HAWK at Wetherly/Almont and Gregory/Robertson. In
addition, mid-block crossings at La Cienega Park on La Cienega
and on La Cienega north of Wilshire being considered between
Wilshire and Clifton.
Expand level 2 EV chargers in City parking structures.
Note per City Council: install as needed, ensure there is
capacity.

Note: The Work Plan Items above are in addition to the authority, functions, and
responsibilities as set forth for each Commission in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.