Previewing the March 17, 2025 City Council Meeting

COMMISSION AND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING SYNOPSES [M. CROWDER, L. MORALES]

Summary pending.

ACCRUED LOAN INTEREST CLARIFICATION FOR PERMANENT LOAN CONVERSIONS ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND PROJECTS [S. CAMPBELL, B. LEAGUE, A. BARTLE]

Summary pending.

UPDATE THE CITY’S MATTHEW SHEPARD HUMAN RIGHTS TRIANGLE AND CRESCENT HEIGHTS TRIANGLE [D. HANG, J. HEILMAN, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO]

Summary pending.

NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR CIP 2306, TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS AT FOUNTAIN AVENUE AND FAIRFAX AVENUE [H. COLLINS, J. GILMOUR, R. GARLAND]

Resident impact 7/10

The City Council is set to approve the completion of traffic signal improvements at Fountain Avenue and Fairfax Avenue, enhancing safety and traffic flow in the area. This project aims to reduce accidents and improve pedestrian access.

APPROVAL OF 2026 ARTS GRANT PROGRAM [L. BIERY, R. EHEMANN, E. ANGELOFF]

Resident impact 7/10

The City Council is considering the approval of the 2026 Arts Grant Program, which aims to support local arts and cultural initiatives in West Hollywood. This program could enhance community engagement and provide funding opportunities for artists and organizations.

MOVIETOWN SQUARE BUILDING ASSESSMENT AND ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS FOR FUTURE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS [J. HEILMAN, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO]

Summary pending.

USE OF LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAUSD) RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AFTER HOURS [J. HEILMAN, J. ERICKSON, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO, J. CARTER]

Resident impact 7/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering a partnership with LAUSD to allow public access to school recreational facilities after hours. This initiative aims to provide residents with more opportunities for physical activity and community engagement.

CLAIMS ADMINISTRATION [J. JIMENEZ, M. CROWDER, Y. ZHOSAN]

Summary pending.

GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2024 [N. MARICICH, J. ALKIRE, F. CONTRERAS, T. FARRIS, M. MONTENEGRO]

Summary pending.

FISCAL IMPACT OF CONSENT CALENDAR

Fiscal impact analysis of consent calendar items including costs, funding sources, and budget implications.

FREE PARKING TO SUPPORT FOR THE WEST HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S WEHAPPY INITIATIVE [L. MEISTER, C. BYERS, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO]

Resident impact 7/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering implementing free parking on Wednesday evenings in April 2025 to support local businesses through the WeHappy initiative. This change aims to encourage residents to shop and dine locally, potentially benefiting the community economically.

AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES FOR THE PRODUCTION OF THE RUSSIAN-SPEAKING COMMUNITY CULTURAL HERITAGE MONTH AND WEHO MISHKA FESTIVAL [Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO, T. RODZINEK]

Resident impact 7/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering an agreement to produce the Russian-Speaking Community Cultural Heritage Month and WeHo Mishka Festival in May 2025. This month-long celebration will include various cultural events and will cost the city up to $112,000, with several fees waived to support the festival.

Fiscal impact Estimated cost of $5.60 per resident for cultural enrichment.

SPONSORSHIP OF A HEALTHY CITY BY DESIGN SYMPOSIUM [L. MEISTER, C. BYERS, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO]:]

Summary pending.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES [J. JIMENEZ, M. CROWDER, L. MORALES]

Resident impact 1/10

The City Council is set to approve the minutes from the previous meeting held on March 3, 2025. This procedural item is standard and does not directly impact residents' daily lives.

REJECT ALL BIDS RECEIVED AND RE-ADVERTISE FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT AT CITY MAINTENANCE FACILITY PROJECT [H. COLLINS, E. HAMANT]

Resident impact 4/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering rejecting all bids for the roof replacement at the City Maintenance Facility and will re-advertise for new bids. This decision may delay the project but aims to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.

WEHO PRIDE 2025 AGREEMENTS [Y. QUARKER, C. SMITH, M. REATH, K. MCCORMACK]

Resident impact 7/10

The City Council is considering agreements for WeHo Pride 2025, which includes funding for the OUTLOUD Music Festival and the Pride Parade. This decision will impact local businesses, traffic, and community engagement during the events.

Fiscal impact Estimated cost per resident is approximately $20.

CO-SPONSORSHIP OF PLANT BASED TREATY'S FOOD DAY IN WEHO EVENT [C. BYERS, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO, J. DUCKWORTH]

Resident impact 6/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering co-sponsoring the 'Food Day in WeHo' event on April 7, 2025, at Plummer Park. This event aims to promote plant-based diets and will involve a budget allocation of $5,000 from city funds, along with waived fees for participants.

Fiscal impact Estimated cost per resident is minimal at approximately $0.05.

APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER NO. 966 [L. QUIJANO, K. BARENG, S. STEPHENS]

Resident impact 6/10

The West Hollywood City Council is set to approve Demand Register No. 966, which outlines payments for city expenses. This decision impacts how city funds are allocated, affecting municipal services and potentially influencing local taxes.

TREASURER’S REPORT FOR JANUARY 2025 [L. QUIJANO, K. BARENG, S. STEPHENS]

Resident impact 3/10

The City Council will receive the Treasurer’s Report for January 2025, which outlines the city's financial status. While this report is primarily informational, it reflects the city's fiscal health, which can indirectly affect services and funding for residents.

AGREEMENT WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES AND GFOA TO IMPLEMENT NEW ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING SYSTEM [L. QUIJANO, A. RUIZ, E. TSIPIS, K. BARENG, B. ROSEN, J. JIMENEZ, R. NAPPER, M. CROWDER]

Summary pending.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.36.090 OF TITLE 3 OF THE WEST HOLLYWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE REBATES FOR BUSINESS LEASE RENEWALS [L. BIERY, P. KESPRADIT, L. D’AMBROSIA]

Resident impact 7/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering an ordinance to expand rebates for business lease renewals, which could help local businesses save money and potentially stabilize the local economy. This decision may indirectly affect residents through job retention and local service availability.

CO-SPONSORSHIP OF WORLD DOG DAY 2025 [Y. QUARKER, C. SMITH, M. REATH, B. SMITH]

Resident impact 7/10

The West Hollywood City Council is considering co-sponsoring World Dog Day 2025, which will take place on May 17, 2025, at West Hollywood Park. This event will involve waived fees for permits and parking, potentially impacting local revenue and providing a fun community gathering for dog lovers.

Fiscal impact Estimated loss of revenue of approximately $1,370 from parking fees.

COMMISSION AND ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS AND RE-APPOINTMENTS [J. JIMENEZ, M. CROWDER, L. MORALES]

Summary pending.