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City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting and Parking Authority Meeting
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Beverly Hills City Council Adopts Policy for Hybrid Meeting Service Disruptions Ahead of State Mandate
The Council adopted a policy for handling disruptions in internet or telephonic service during hybrid meetings, as required by SB 707, effective July 1, 2026. This policy provides a framework for responding to service disruptions on the city's end, not user-end issues. If a disruption occurs, the City Clerk will notify the Mayor, and a recess of at least one hour will be initiated to restore service. If service is not restored within an hour, the Mayor will reconvene the meeting, allowing it to continue in-person if the Council finds that good faith efforts were made to restore remote access and that continuing the meeting outweighs the public interest in remote access. Council members acknowledged the mandatory nature of the policy and confirmed that a quorum must still be physically present.
Beverly Hills Council Approves 6% Performance Bonus for City Clerk Huma Ahmed
The Council approved amendment number five to the employment agreement for City Clerk Huma Ahmed, granting her a 6% pay-for-performance award of $14,003. This award reflects her performance over the past year, as reviewed by the Council. Council members expressed support, deeming the bonus well-deserved given her efforts, particularly during the election and with public records requests. The amendment was approved unanimously.
Beverly Hills Council Denies Request to Remove Historic Sidewalk Pavers at 8484 Wilshire Blvd.
The Council considered a request from Douglas Emmett, the property owner of 8484 Wilshire Boulevard, to rescind an encroachment permit for decorative paving adjacent to the building. The paving, considered a character-defining feature of the 1972 William Pereira building, has extended into the public sidewalk under an encroachment permit. Metro's Purple Line extension project has necessitated sidewalk restoration, but replacement pavers are unavailable, and the existing paving has maintenance issues. Douglas Emmett proposed replacing the entire perimeter sidewalk with diamond-patterned concrete, consistent with city streetscape standards, in exchange for the city assuming future maintenance. The Cultural Heritage Commission (CHC) recommended denying the request to rescind the permit, urging continued efforts to find replacement pavers and retain the CHC's oversight. Metro is proceeding with temporary concrete for safety in some areas while searching for pavers. Staff recommended denying Douglas Emmett's request to rescind the permit, aligning with the CHC's recommendation.
Beverly Hills City Manager Nancy Hunt Coffey Retires; Captain Max Subin Named New Police Chief
Councilmembers extended heartfelt congratulations and thanks to Nancy Hunt Coffey, the city's first female city manager, upon her retirement after 16 years of service to Beverly Hills and over 39 years in public service. Various council members highlighted her professionalism, vision, integrity, leadership, and grace, acknowledging her significant contributions to the city's development and operations. They also thanked her husband, John, and family for sharing her with the city. Ryan Subin was announced as the new Police Chief, with 27 years of service to the city, starting his tenure on Saturday, June 27th. The council expressed confidence in both Ms. Hunt Coffey's successor and the future leadership of the city.
Beverly Hills City Council Approves Modest Rate Increase for Legal Services, Citing Increased Demand and Below-Market Fees
The Council approved amendment number two to the agreement with Richards, Watson, and Gershon (RWG) for legal services. The amendment adjusts hourly rates for services excluded from their flat fee, primarily Public Records Act (PRA) requests and subpoenas. Rates will increase to $225/hour for paralegals and $235/hour for attorneys, effective in the new fiscal year. This adjustment, which is substantially below market rate, is intended to reflect inflation since 2009 and the increased complexity and volume of these services. The increase is projected to cost approximately $18,500 in the upcoming fiscal year. Council members supported the increase, noting the necessity due to increased demand and below-market rates, and the rigorous review process for bills.
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