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Outreach Committee Meeting 10/28 - CANCELED
2024-10-28 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
We apologize for the inconvenience but tonight’s Outreach Committee Meeting on October 28th has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be on November 11th

Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Meeting [IN PERSON]
2024-10-29 18:30 - 20:00
This month’s meeting will be in person at the Capitol One Cafe Conference Room in the Westfield Topanga Mall at 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 1038, Canoga Park, CA 91303.
Agenda Oct 29, 2024
More details to come.

1st Saturday Neighborhood Clean-Up
2024-11-02 08:00 - 10:00
Please join us on our next WHWCNC First Saturday Community Cleanup!

Date: Saturday, Nov 2nd
Time: 8-10am]
Location: Alhama Dr. and Ventura Blvd. (near Trader Joe’s), NC Area 6

Bring: Gloves and wear closed-toe shoes. Equipment will be supplied.

Purpose: This is another beautification project sponsored by the NC to clean up and assess the area for possible holiday lights.

ALL are welcome to participate in making Woodland Hills better each month.

Community Services Committee Meeting
2024-11-04 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Community Services Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Chair Karen Di Biase
Kate Kennedy
Julian Tu

WOODLAND HILLS
WARNER CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Website: www.empowerla.org

Community Services Committee Meeting Agenda
Monday, November 4, 2024
Click for Agenda
6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.

City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84 – Community Room
21050 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Parking is available in the lot across the street.

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss de la Mesa Directiva, d.weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting. Public comment is limited to two (2) minutes per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

I. CALL TO ORDER AND COMMITTEE ROLL CALL
Members: Joyce Fletcher-Chair, Karen DiBiase, Kate Kennedy, Julian Tu

APPROVAL OF MINUTES – September 4, 2024

October 7, 2024
October 21, 2024

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Comments from the public on non-agenda items that are within the WHWCNC’s Board jurisdiction and within the committee’s jurisdiction.

Each speaker will be allowed two (2) minute(s).

IV. AGENDA ITEMS

For discussion and possible action:

Update on holiday lights on Ventura Blvd. We’ll co-ordinate with the Arts and Culture

Committee, Masha Dowell to hang lights on trees on Ventura Blvd.

Reminder/placeholder- WHWCNC Toy Drive. The 21th Annual Motor4Toys Charity Car Show and

Toy Drive. NC purchase of a space/booth at the car show/toy drive. Dena Weiss will provide a car.
Sunday December 8th from 7am to 11am. We can set up the day before.
Planning for outreach for event.

Discussion related to new water fountains and lights at Warner Park.

Discussion about ways to support Diversity, Seniors, Veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in

our community.

Discussion about plans and committee goals for fiscal year 2024/2025.

New Business – for discussion and possible action at the next committee meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org

Public Posting of Agendas
The Community Services Committee meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. However, visit our
website calendar page at whcouncil.org, to review all committee meeting dates, as a date may change.

Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows:

Fire Station 84 front window located at 21050 Burbank Blvd. Woodland Hills CA 91367.
On the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council website at calendar page at whcouncil.org
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System (ENS)

Notice to Paid Representatives
If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register asalobbyistandreportyouractivity.SeeLosAngelesMunicipalCodeSection48.01etseq.
More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org

Public Access of Records
In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please get in touch with Dena Weiss by email to d.weiss@whcouncil.org

Reconsideration and Grievance Process
For information on the NC’s process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the NC Bylaws. The Bylaws are available at our Board meetings and our website www.whcouncil.org.

Planning, Land Use, and Mobility (PLUM) Committee Meeting 11/7/24
2024-11-07 18:30 - 21:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
The PLUM Committee will be holding its regular meeting on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30 pm via Zoom. The significant item is below and the full agenda can be viewed here: November 7, 2024 PLUM Agenda.

Discussion and possible motion on planning cases ENV-2024-4894-EAF, CPC-2024-4893-DB-SPPC-HCA. 19923 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364. The applicant proposes a new mixed-use with residential over commercial: A 54-unit 6 story building with 1st floor parking and 1,249.8 SF commercial over one level of subterranean parking. Project provides (6) low-income apartments. Density bonus case requesting (3) off menu incentives:

Additional height from 30 feet to 76’3″ feet, a 154.5% increase.
Increase in FAR from 1:1 to 4.69 :1, a 369% increase.
Reduction of LAMC required parking from 89 spaces to 37 spaces and also two waivers:

waiver of transitional height via Specific Plan Sec. 7 (E) (1) (f) to exceed 30 feet without setback and
waiver of Specific Plan lot coverage Sec.7B(2) from 60% to 88%.

Access the meeting via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83871859383

Outreach Committee Meeting 11/11/24
2024-11-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
Our next Outreach Committee meeting will be on Monday, November 11th at 6:30pm.

We will be meeting in-person in the Community Room of Capital One Cafe at Westfield Topanga
6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 1038, Los Angeles, CA 91303

You can download the agenda by clicking here

Environment Committee Meeting 11/12/24
2024-11-12 18:30 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
Our next Environment Committee meeting is on November 12, 2024 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. via ZOOM
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85708509457
Or Dial (669) 900-6833 to Join the Meeting
The meeting ID is 857 0850 9457 and Press #

You can download the AGENDA by clicking here

Holiday Lights and Decorations Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
2024-11-12 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Ad Hoc Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Co-Chair Masha Dowell, Co-Chair
Diana Williams
Dennis DiBiase

WOODLAND HILLS
WARNER CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Website: www.empowerla.org

Holiday Lights and Decorations Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
Tuesday November 12, 2024

6:30p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Click for Agenda
City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84 – Community Room
21050 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Parking is available in the lot across the street.

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss de la Mesa Directiva, d.weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting. Public comment is limited to two (2) minutes per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

I. CALL TO ORDER:
COMMITTEE ROLL CALL
Members: Joyce Fletcher-Co-Chair, Masha Dowell-Co-Chair, Diana Williams, Dennis DiBiase

APPROVAL OF MINUTES – October 25. 2024

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Comments from the public on non-agenda items that are within the WHWCNC’s jurisdiction and within the committee’s jurisdiction. (2 minutes)

Public comment per item on the agenda. (2 minutes)

IV. AGENDA ITEMS

For discussion and possible action:

Discussion related to obtaining permanent Holiday Lights and Decorations for Ventura Blvd

in Woodland Hills to be installed each year during the Holiday Season
Discussed how each committee member can help with the process.

Discussion of committee goals for 2024/2025.

Committee member reports related to discussions with Ventura Blvd. BID Directors about
how they obtained holiday lights and their costs.
The committee goal is to have decorations resolved no later than August 2025.
How the committee will obtain support from local businesses in the form of decorating
their business store fronts. How the Chamber and NC will sponsor a Holiday Award for
best decorations.

Discussion related to developing a standard set of questions for obtaining information

so, the ad hoc committee asks key questions when gathering information.
This would help us gather consistent information across all communications to inform our
2025 planning and ensure we collect comparable data about funding, implementation, and
logistics.

Discussion about whether to meet in person, on zoom or both.

New Business – for discussion and possible action at the next committee meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org

Public Posting of Agendas
The Holiday Lights Ad Hoc Committee meets each month. Visit our website calendar page at whcouncil.org,
to review all committee meeting dates, as a date may change.

Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows:

Fire Station 84 front window located at 21050 Burbank Blvd. Woodland Hills CA 91367.
On the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council website at calendar page at whcouncil.org.
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System (ENS)

Notice to Paid Representatives
If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register asalobbyistandreportyouractivity.SeeLosAngelesMunicipalCodeSection48.01etseq.
More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org

Public Access of Records
In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please get in touch with Dena Weiss by email to d.weiss@whcouncil.org
Reconsideration and Grievance Process
For information on the NC’s process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the NC Bylaws. The Bylaws are available at our Board meetings and our website www.whcouncil.org.

WHWCNC Regular Board Meeting 11/13/24
2024-11-13 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Regular Full Board Meeting
City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84, in the Community Room
200 N. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: NCsupport@lacity.org Website: www.empowerla.org

21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
November 13, 2024
6:30 p.m.- 09:00 p.m.
IN PERSON BOARD MEETING

The Agenda is included below or can be DOWNLOADED HERE
The Supporting Documents can be DOWNLOADED HERE
The supporting documents for the MER can be Downloaded HERE

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte Karen DiBiase, Secretaria, al 818-639-9444 o por correo electrónico www.whcouncil.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
*PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS – The public may address the Board on any agenda item before the Board takes an action on an item. Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Public comment is limited to (1) minute per speaker unless adjusted by the President. Public comment can only be made one time and will be heard at the beginning of an agenda item.
*PUBLIC INPUT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting.

Board Members:
Area 1 – Karen DiBiase, Geoffrey Hobson, Rochelle / Shelly Schwartz, Reina Cerros- McCaughey
Area 2 – Julian Tu, Masha Dowell
Area 3 – Tracey Rosen, Dean Mathew, Harout Z. Aristakessian, Jayce Baron
Area 4 – Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Dena Weiss
Area 5 – Julie Waltrip, Steve Sommers
Area 6 –William Barnett, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan
At-Large – August Steurer, Vacant Seat for Alternate
Youth Member – Vacant seat

AGENDA
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call

Public Announcements:
Office of Councilmember Bob Blumenfield – if available (2 minute each)
Office of Local and State Officials – if available (2 minute each)
Other Local Agencies – if available (2 minute each)

General Public Comment, by the Public, on Non-Agenda Items:
General Public Comment is limited to one (1) minute per speaker and 10 minutes total due to length of agenda.

Organization, Operation, Policies, & Procedures & Reports:

All comment is limited to 1 minute per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. There will be ONE opportunity to speak only. Time limits set for each agenda item may be adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. Time limits may vary so the public is encouraged to join the meeting several minutes PRIOR to a specific agenda item being discussed.

Approval of Minutes: Board Meeting – July 29, 2024 and October 14, 2024 (estimated time 5 minutes)

See posted support documents Roll Call Vote

Officer Reports (estimated time 5 minutes)

President – Dena Weiss
Vice President – Tracey Rosen
Treasurer – Heath Kline
Secretary -Karen DiBiase
Parliamentarian – Don Patterson

Area Reports (it is requested that each area designate one representative to report each month). (estimated time 10 minutes)

Area 1 – Karen DiBiase, Geoffrey Hobson, Rochelle / Shelly Schwartz, Reina Cerros- McCaughey
Area 2 – Julian Tu, Masha Dowell
Area 3 – Tracey Rosen, Dean Mathew, Harout Z. Aristakessian, Jayce Baron
Area 4 – Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Dena Weiss
Area 5 – Julie Waltrip, Steve Sommers
Area 6 –William Barnett, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan

Items for Discussion and Possible Action:
Item No. 1
Presentation By Empower LA on Code of Conduct and Civility (24-086)
(estimated time 15 minutes)

Item No. 2
Heath Kline, Treasurer
(24-087) Approval of MER for October, 2024
For discussion and action (estimated time 5 minutes)

See posted support document Roll Call Vote

Item No. 3
Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Chairs of PLUM
(24-088) PLUM Committee Motion regarding CHIP
For discussion and possible action (estimated time 15 minutes)

PLUM Motion to approve the written recommendation provided to the PLUM committee related to the Housing Element and Citywide Housing Incentive Program, CHIP with opposition to Inclusion of Single-Family Zoning Options in the Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP)
WHEREAS, the City of Los Angeles is mandated by the State to increase its residential zoning capacity to meet the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) over eight years; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council must approve an updated Housing Element to the city’s General Plan by the February deadline to avoid triggering the State’s Builder’s Remedy; and,
WHEREAS, the Department of City Planning has engaged in the Housing Element Rezoning Program, resulting in multiple ordinances including the Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP); and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Department’s report clearly demonstrates that sufficient zoning capacity can be achieved to meet the State’s mandate without rezoning single-family areas; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Department has presented six optional strategies that would extend CHIP to single-family dwelling (SFD) zones; and,
WHEREAS, these options fail to address potential negative impacts, including:

Reduced opportunities for single-family home ownership, contradicting the preference of many apartment renters;
Potential increase in SFD prices due to reduced supply, decreasing affordability;
Possible economic consequences include workforce displacement and business relocation;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
that the Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Council:

SUPPORTS the adoption of the Los Angeles City Planning Commission’s recommendation to approve Draft #3 of the Housing Element/CHIP Ordinance as presented by the Planning Department;
OPPOSES the inclusion of any of the seven Exhibit D “options” that would open single-family neighborhoods to multi-family zoning;
URGES the City Council to maintain the integrity of single-family neighborhoods while meeting the State’s housing mandate through other means, as outlined in the Planning Department’s report;
CALLS FOR a more comprehensive analysis of the economic and social impacts of any proposed changes to single-family zoning before such changes are considered in the future;
DIRECTS the President of the Neighborhood Council to send a letter to the City Council, the Mayor’s office, and the Department of City Planning conveying this position.

August Steurer made the motion to approve the written recommendation provided to the PLUM committee related to the Housing Element and Citywide Housing Incentive Program, CHIP.
Seconded by Sean McCarthy
Vote: Yes – Don Patterson, Joyce Fletcher, Sean McCarthy, Henry Rice, August Steurer, Bobbie Wasserman
No: 0
Abstain: Matt Richman
See the Planning documents online:

https://planning.lacity.gov/plans-policies/housing-element Roll Call Vote

Committee Reports, (estimated time 10 minutes)
Budget Committee – Heath Kline, Chair
Arts and Culture Committee – Masha Dowell, Chair (absent)
Community Services Committee – Joyce Fletcher, Chair
Community Outreach Committee –Tracey Rosen, Chair
Education and Youth Committee – Julie Waltrip, Chair
Environmental & Beautification Committee – Karen DiBiase, Chair
Governance Committee – Dena Weiss, Chair
Government Relations Committee- Reina Cerros McCaughey, Chair
Homeless and Social Justice Advocacy Committee –Jayce Baron, Chair
Public Safety and Transportation –Julie Waltrip, Chair
PLUM Committee – Don Patterson and Marty Lipkin, Co-Chairs
WHIP Committee – August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs
Ad Hoc Committee for Standing Rules- August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs
Ad Hoc Committee for technology use at Virtual Meetings- Dean Matthew Chair
Ad Hoc Holiday Decorations Committee – Joyce Fletcher & Masha Dowell, Co-Chairs

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular Board meeting will be held virtually on December 11, 2024. Please visit the calendar page at whcouncil.org for the complete details and to confirm the date and time.
Meeting dates for the 2024-2025 year: Full Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Check the NC website calendar for a complete list of committee and board meetings. Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Check the NC calendar for updated meeting schedules.

*THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT – As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate based on disability and, upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure the availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) before the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org.
*PUBLIC ACCESS OF RECORDS – In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non- exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all of the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record, if available, related to an item on the agenda, please contact the President and / or Dena Weiss, at email address d.weiss@whcouncil.org.
*PUBLIC POSTING OF AGENDAS – agendas are posted for public review as follows:

whcouncil.org and go to the website Calendar page and click on the date – Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month. Check the calendar for any change of meeting date and/or time.
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System at https://www.lacity.org/subscriptions

A copy of this agenda is also physically posted in the plexiglass case fixed to the front door of the Fire station 84 located at 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367

*RECONSIDERATION AND GRIEVANCE PROCESS – For information on the WHWCNC process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the WHWCNC The Bylaws are available at our website at www.whcouncil.org
SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCIÓN – Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss al weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Notice to Paid Representatives – If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register as a lobbyist and report your activity. See Los Angeles Municipal Code §§ 48.01 et seq. More information is available at lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at {213) 978- 1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org.

.Nov 13, 2024

Special Community Services Meeting
2024-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Community Services Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Chair Karen Di Biase
Kate Kennedy
Julian Tu

WOODLAND HILLS
WARNER CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Website: www.empowerla.org

Community Services Committee Special – Meeting Agenda
Click for Agenda
Special Meeting due to a necessary change in the time the meeting will begin.
Monday, November 18, 2024

7:00p.m. to 9:00p.m.

City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84 – Community Room
21050 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Parking is available in the lot across the street.

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss de la Mesa Directiva, d.weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting. Public comment is limited to two (2) minutes per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

I. CALL TO ORDER AND COMMITTEE ROLL CALL
Members: Joyce Fletcher-Chair, Karen DiBiase, Kate Kennedy, Julian Tu

APPROVAL OF MINUTES – November 4, 2024

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Comments from the public on non-agenda items that are within the WHWCNC’s Board jurisdiction and within the committee’s jurisdiction.

Each speaker will be allowed two (2) minute(s).

IV. AGENDA ITEMS

For discussion and possible action:

Reminder/placeholder- WHWCNC Toy Drive. The 21th Annual Motor4Toys Charity Car Show

and Toy Drive. Dena Weiss will provide a car.
Sunday December 8th from 7am to 11am. We can set up the day before.
Planning for outreach materials to be handed out at the event.

Discussion related to new water fountains and lights at Warner Park.

Discussion: NPG’s and other spending until the end of the fiscal year June 30, 2025.

Discussion about ways to support Diversity, Seniors, Veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in

our community.

Discussion about plans and committee goals for fiscal year 2024/2025.

New Business – for discussion and possible action at the next committee meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org

Public Posting of Agendas
The Community Services Committee meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. However, visit our
website calendar page at whcouncil.org, to review all committee meeting dates, as a date may change.

Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows:

Fire Station 84 front window located at 21050 Burbank Blvd. Woodland Hills CA 91367.
On the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council website at calendar page at whcouncil.org
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System (ENS)

Notice to Paid Representatives
If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register asalobbyistandreportyouractivity.SeeLosAngelesMunicipalCodeSection48.01etseq.
More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org

Public Access of Records
In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please get in touch with Dena Weiss by email to d.weiss@whcouncil.org

Reconsideration and Grievance Process
For information on the NC’s process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the NC Bylaws. The Bylaws are available at our Board meetings and our website www.whcouncil.org.

Public Safety Committee 11/19 - CANCELED
2024-11-19 11:30 - 13:30 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
Please note that the WHWC Neighborhood Council’s Public Safety Committee’s Special Meeting on Tuesday November 19, 2024 has been canceled
Nov 19, 2024

WHWCNC GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE 11/19/24
2024-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
WH-WC NC Governance Committee Meeting

The Agenda can be downloaded HERE
The Supporting Documents can be downloaded HERE

200 N. Spring Street
Los Ángeles, CA 9001
Email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Website: www.empowerla.org

Regular Meeting By Zoom
Agenda
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
6:30 PM

Zoom Meeting Online or By Telephone
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84574801809
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Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte Karen DiaBiase, Secretaria, al 818-639-9444 o por correo electrónico www.whcouncil.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
IN CONFORMITY WITH THE OCTOBER 6, 2023 ENACTMENT OF CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 411 (PORTANTINO) AND LA CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL ON NOVEMBER 1, 2023, THIS WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING WILL BE AVAILABLE VIRTUALLY.

Every person wishing to address the Committee must enter the meeting via the above Zoom link or dial (669) 900-6833 and enter 84574801809 and then press # to join the meeting. When prompted by the presiding officer, to provide public input at the Meeting of the Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Council [WHWCNC] Governance Committee [GOVCOM] meeting, the public will be requested to dial *9 by phone or use the Raise Hand option on Zoom, to address the GOVCOM on any agenda item before the GOVCOM takes an action on an item. Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered.

Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the GOVCOM’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the GOVCOM is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future WHWCNC Board or GOVCOM meeting. Public comment is limited to 1 minute per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the GOVCOM.

SB 411 Updates:
In the event of a disruption that prevents the GOVCOM from broadcasting the meeting to members of the public using the call-in option or internet-based service option, or in the event of a disruption within the GOVCOM control that prevents members of the public from offering public comments using the call-in option or internet-based service option, the GOVCOM shall take no further action on items appearing on the meeting agenda until public access to the meeting via the call-in option or internet-based service option is restored. Actions taken on agenda items during a disruption that prevents the GOVCOM from broadcasting the meeting may be challenged pursuant to Section 54960.1.
The GOVCOM shall not require public comments to be submitted in advance of the meeting and shall provide an opportunity for the public to address the GOVCOM and offer comments in real time.
Notwithstanding Section 54953.3, an individual desiring to provide public comment through the use of an internet website, or other online platform, not under the control of the GOVCOM, that requires registration to log in to a teleconference may be required to register as required by the third-party internet website or online platform to participate.
(i) If the GOVCOM provides a timed public comment period for each agenda item shall not close the public comment period for the agenda item, or the opportunity to register, pursuant to subparagraph to provide public comment until that timed public comment period has elapsed.
(ii) If the GOVCOM does not provide a timed public comment period, but takes public comment separately on each agenda item, shall allow a reasonable amount of time per agenda item to allow public members the opportunity to provide public comment, including time for members of the public to register pursuant to subparagraph (D), or otherwise be recognized for the purpose of providing public comment.
(iii) If the GOVCOM provides a timed general public comment period that does not correspond to a specific agenda item shall not close the public comment period or the opportunity to register, pursuant to subparagraph (D), until the timed general public comment period has elapsed.
AGENDA
Call to Order
Roll Call:
President – Dena Weiss
Vice President – Tracey Rosen
Treasurer – Heath Kline
Secretary -Karen DiBiase
Parliamentarian – Don Patterson

Public Announcements:
Office of Councilmember Bob Blumenfield – if available (2 minute each)
Office of Local and State Officials – if available (2 minute each)
Other Local Agencies – if available (2 minute each)

General Public Comment, by the Public, on Non-Agenda Items:
General Public Comment is limited to (1) minutes per speaker and 10 minutes total.

Organization, Operation, Policies, & Procedures:

All comment is limited to 1 minute per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.
Time limits set for each agenda item may be adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. Time limits may vary so the public is encouraged to join the meeting several minutes PRIOR to a specific agenda item being discussed.

Approval of Minutes: Special Committee Meeting October 1, agenda, 2024. (approximately 5 minutes)

See supporting document.
Roll Call Vote

Items for Discussion and Possible Action:

Item One: Review of qualifications for Elie El Habr to apply for the Area 2 Alternate position.
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 5 minutes)
Review of qualifications for Elie El Habr to apply for the Area 2 Alternate position. As the CBO position is also open, he would automatically slide into that seat once the Board votes on his appointment.

Supporting documents will be emailed as they contain private information.

Roll call vote

Item Two: Should the WHWCNC switch from City Clerk run elections to a aelf run “Selection Process?”
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 20 minutes)
As many other NCs are choosing to do:

Should the Governance Committee recommend to the full WHWCNC board that they pass a motion by a simple majority to opt out of City Clerk administered Vote by Mail only Elections this election cycle and instead opt to run its own local Selection Process for the public [eligible qualifying Stakeholders] to vote in person at a town hall style event for the candidates they would like to fill the even area and At-large seats and represent them on the NC for the next term of office?

To prepare for this discussion, Governance committee members should familiarize themselves with the details of Selection Process whereby NCs take charge of their own election process for the public choosing their NC representatives, as the WHWCNC did for the first ten years of our existence, independently and in collaboration with the other South Valley NCs before the City Clerk starting running NC elections. To do this, review the support docs on the selection process from DONE, the City Clerk and the linked presentation from Glenn Bailey at the November LANCC meeting.

See LANCC Discussion on Elections vs Selections:

Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing
us02web.zoom.us

Starting at 41:00 minutes into the recording and ending at 58: minutes.

See also the following supporting documents:

DONE 10/31/24 Email Subject: Important: Information on NC Option to Change to Selection Update [3 pages]

DONE Comparison Table; What’s the Difference Between Neighborhood Council Elections and Selections? [ 3 pages]

DONE NC Selection Procedures Stipulation Work Sheet (5 pages)

Roll call vote

Item Three: Motion to Approve Additional Board Authorized Filers of CIS on the City Clerk CIS Portal

Discussion and possible action: (approximately 10 minutes)

Motion to approve additional board authorized filers of CIS on the City Clerk CIS Portal.

Currently the board has only one CIS filer; Heath Kline. The City Clerk allows up 5 CIS filers per NC Board. Heath Kline is requesting the board appoint additional filers to share the workload and speed the timeliness of filings.

Jayce Baron’s committee has submitted a CIS for board passage and plans on doing more and has expressed interest in becoming a board filer.

Roll call vote

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular GOVCOM meeting will be held on December 17, 2024, by Zoom, unless otherwise indicated. Please visit the calendar page at whcouncil.org for the complete details and to confirm the date, time, venue and method of the next GOVCOM meeting.
Meeting dates for the 2024-2025 year: GOVCOM meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Check the NC website calendar for a complete list of committee and board meetings. Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Check the NC calendar for updated meeting schedules.

*THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT – As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate based on disability and, upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure the availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) before the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org.

*PUBLIC ACCESS OF RECORDS – In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non- exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all of the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record, if available, related to an item on the agenda, please contact the President and / or Dena Weiss, at email address d.weiss@whcouncil.org.

*PUBLIC POSTING OF AGENDAS – agendas are posted for public review as follows:

whcouncil.org and go to the website Calendar page and click on the date – Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month. Check the calendar for any change of meeting date and/or time.
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System at https://www.lacity.org/subscriptions

A copy of this agenda is also physically posted in the plexiglass case fixed to the front door of the Fire Station 84 located at 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367

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*RECONSIDERATION AND GRIEVANCE PROCESS – For information on the WHWCNC process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the WHWCNC The Bylaws are available at our website at www.whcouncil.org

SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCIÓN – Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss al weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.

Notice to Paid Representatives – If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register as a lobbyist and report your activity. See Los Angeles Municipal Code §§ 48.01 et seq. More information is available at lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at {213) 978- 1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org.

Nov 19, 2024

Government Relations Committee
2024-11-20 17:00 - 18:00
The members of this committee will work closely with our elected officials to ensure that our Neighborhood Council has the most current and updated information about projects and matters that directly affect our community.

Planning, Land Use, and Mobility (PLUM) Committee Meeting 11/21/24
2024-11-21 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
The PLUM Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Fire Station #84. The significant item on the agenda is below. The full agenda can be found here: November 21, 2024 PLUM Committee Agenda.

Discussion and possible motion on planning cases ENV-2024-4894-EAF, CPC-2024-4893-DB-SPPC-HCA. 19923 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364. The applicant proposes a new mixed-use with residential over commercial: A 54-unit 6 story building with 1st floor parking and 1,249.8 SF commercial over one level of subterranean parking. Project provides (6) low-income apartments. Density bonus case requesting (3) off menu incentives:

Additional height from 30 feet to 76’3″ feet, a 154.5% increase.
Increase in FAR from 1:1 to 4.69 :1, a 369% increase.
Reduction of LAMC required parking from 89 spaces to 37 spaces and also two waivers:

waiver of transitional height via Specific Plan Sec. 7 (E) (1) (f) to exceed 30 feet without setback and waiver of Specific Plan lot coverage Sec.7B(2) from 60% to 88%.

Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Meeting [ZOOM]
2024-11-26 18:30 - 20:00
Join us 11/26/2024 for our monthly committee meeting on Zoom!
Agenda: Nov 26, 2024
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86366485370

Community Services Committee Meeting
2024-12-02 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Community Services Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Chair Karen Di Biase
Kate Kennedy
Julian Tu

WOODLAND HILLS
WARNER CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Website: www.empowerla.org

Community Services Committee Meeting Agenda
Monday, December 2, 2024
Click for Agenda
6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.

City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84 – Community Room
21050 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Parking is available in the lot across the street.

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss de la Mesa Directiva, d.weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting. Public comment is limited to two (2) minutes per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

I. CALL TO ORDER AND COMMITTEE ROLL CALL
Members: Joyce Fletcher-Chair, Karen DiBiase, Kate Kennedy, Julian Tu

APPROVAL OF MINUTES – November 4, 202

November 18, 2024

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Comments from the public on non-agenda items that are within the WHWCNC’s Board jurisdiction and within the committee’s jurisdiction.

Each speaker will be allowed two (2) minute(s).

IV. AGENDA ITEMS

For discussion and possible action:

Reminder/placeholder- WHWCNC Toy Drive. The 21th Annual Motor4Toys Charity Car Show

and Toy Drive. Dena Weiss will provide a car.
Sunday December 8th from 7am to 12am. We can set up the day before.
Planning for outreach materials to be handed out at the event.

Discussion related to new water fountains and lights at Warner Park.

Discussion: NPG’s and other spending until the end of the fiscal year June 30, 2025.

Discussion about ways to support Diversity, Seniors, Veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in

our community.

Discussion about plans and committee goals for fiscal year 2024/2025.

New Business – for discussion and possible action at the next committee meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org

Public Posting of Agendas
The Community Services Committee meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. However, visit our
website calendar page at whcouncil.org, to review all committee meeting dates, as a date may change.

Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows:

Fire Station 84 front window located at 21050 Burbank Blvd. Woodland Hills CA 91367.
On the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council website at calendar page at whcouncil.org
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System (ENS)

Notice to Paid Representatives
If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register asalobbyistandreportyouractivity.SeeLosAngelesMunicipalCodeSection48.01etseq.
More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org

Public Access of Records
In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please get in touch with Dena Weiss by email to d.weiss@whcouncil.org

Reconsideration and Grievance Process
For information on the NC’s process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the NC Bylaws. The Bylaws are available at our Board meetings and our website www.whcouncil.org.

Education Committee Meeting
2024-12-03 18:30 - 20:30 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
The WHWCNC Education Committee hosts their regular meeting Tuesday December 3rd, 2024 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm via Zoom. All are welcome. For the zoom link and the agenda for the evening, click here: Dec 3, 2024

Special Education Committee Meeting
2024-12-03 18:45 - 20:45 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
The WHWCNC Education Committee hosts a Special Meeting Tuesday December 3, 2024 6:45 pm via Zoom. All are welcome. For zoom link and agenda, click here: Dec 3, 2024

Arts & Culture Committee - Special Meeting
2024-12-04 18:30 - 19:30
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Woodland Hills – Warner Center NC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
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Planning, Land Use, and Mobility (PLUM) Committee (12/5/24)
2024-12-05 18:30 - 19:00
The PLUM meeting on December 5, 2024 has been cancelled.

Outreach Committee Meeting 12/9
2024-12-09 18:30 - 20:00
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WHWCNC FULL BOARD MEETING 12/11/24
2024-12-11 18:30 - 21:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

December 11, 2024, Regular Virtual Full Board Meeting BY ZOOM
6:30 p.m.- 09:00 p.m.

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Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte Karen DiBiase, Secretaria, al 818-639-9444 o por correo electrónico www.whcouncil.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
IN CONFORMITY WITH THE OCTOBER 6, 2023 ENACTMENT OF CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 411 (PORTANTINO) AND LA CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL ON NOVEMBER 1, 2023, THIS WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING WILL BE AVAILABLE VIRTUALLY.
Every person wishing to address the Committee must enter the meeting via the above Zoom link or dial (669) 900-6833 and enter 964 9371 2127 and then press # to join the meeting. When prompted by the presiding officer, to provide public input at the Meeting of the Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Council [WHWCNC] meeting, the public will be requested to dial *9 by phone or use the Raise Hand option on Zoom, to address the Board on any agenda item before the Board takes an action on an item. Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered.

Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future WHWCNC Board or Board meeting. Public comment is limited to 1 minute per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

SB 411 Updates:
In the event of a disruption that prevents the Board from broadcasting the meeting to members of the public using the call-in option or internet-based service option, or in the event of a disruption within the Board control that prevents members of the public from offering public comments using the call-in option or internet-based service option, the Board shall take no further action on items appearing on the meeting agenda until public access to the meeting via the call-in option or internet-based service option is restored. Actions taken on agenda items during a disruption that prevents the Board from broadcasting the meeting may be challenged pursuant to Section 54960.1.
The Board shall not require public comments to be submitted in advance of the meeting and shall provide an opportunity for the public to address the Board and offer comments in real time.
Notwithstanding Section 54953.3, an individual desiring to provide public comment through the use of an internet website, or other online platform, not under the control of the Board, which requires registration to log in to a teleconference may be required to register as required by the third-party internet website or online platform to participate.
(i) If the Board provides a timed public comment period for each agenda item shall not close the public comment period for the agenda item, or the opportunity to register, pursuant to subparagraph to provide public comment until that timed public comment period has elapsed.
(ii) If the Board does not provide a timed public comment period, but takes public comment separately on each agenda item, shall allow a reasonable amount of time per agenda item to allow public members the opportunity to provide public comment, including time for members of the public to register pursuant to subparagraph (D), or otherwise be recognized for the purpose of providing public comment.
(iii) If the Board provides a timed general public comment period that does not correspond to a specific agenda item shall not close the public comment period or the opportunity to register, pursuant to subparagraph (D), until the timed general public comment period has elapsed.
Board Members:
Area 1 – Karen DiBiase, Geoffrey Hobson, Rochelle / Shelly Schwartz, Reina Cerros- McCaughey
Area 2 – Julian Tu, Peter Haber, Masha Dowell
Area 3 – Tracey Rosen, Dean Mathew, Harout Z. Aristakessian, Jayce Baron
Area 4 – Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Dena Weiss
Area 5 – Julie Waltrip, Steve Sommers
Area 6 –William Barnett, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan
At-Large – August Steurer, Vacant Seat for Alternate
Youth Member – Vacant seat

AGENDA
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call

Public Announcements:
Office of Councilmember Bob Blumenfield – if available (2 minute each)
Office of Local and State Officials – if available (2 minute each)
Other Local Agencies – if available (2 minute each)

General Public Comment, by the Public, on Non-Agenda Items:
General Public Comment is limited to one (1) minute per speaker and 10 minutes total due to length of agenda.

Organization, Operation, Policies, & Procedures & Reports:

All comment is limited to 1 minute per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. There will be ONE opportunity to speak only. Time limits set for each agenda item may be adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. Time limits may vary so the public is encouraged to join the meeting several minutes PRIOR to a specific agenda item being discussed.

Approval of Minutes: Board Meeting – November 13, 2024 (estimated time 5 minutes)

See posted support document Roll Call Vote

Officer Reports (estimated time 5 minutes)

President – Dena Weiss
Vice President – Tracey Rosen
Treasurer – Heath Kline
Secretary -Karen DiBiase
Parliamentarian – Don Patterson

Area Reports (it is requested that each area designate one representative to report each month). (estimated time 10 minutes)

Area 1 – Karen DiBiase, Geoffrey Hobson, Rochelle / Shelly Schwartz, Reina Cerros- McCaughey
Area 2 – Julian Tu, Peter Haber, Masha Dowell
Area 3 – Tracey Rosen, Dean Mathew, Harout Z. Aristakessian, Jayce Baron
Area 4 – Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Dena Weiss
Area 5 – Julie Waltrip, Steve Sommers
Area 6 –William Barnett, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan

Items for Discussion and Possible Action:

Item No. 1
Heath Kline, Treasurer
(24-089) Approval of MER for November, 2024

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 5 minutes)

Motion for the Board to approve the November, 2024 Monthly Expense Report (MER).

See posted November MER [12 pages] included in supporting documents via the Board Calendar Event post.
Roll Call Vote

Item No. 2
Dena Weiss, Chair of Governance Committee
(24-090) Motion to Approve Elie El Habr for the Area 2 Alternate position.
For discussion and possible action (estimated time 5 minutes)

Motion to approve Elie El Habr for the Area 2 Alternate position. As the CBO position is also
open, he would automatically slide into that seat once the Board votes on his appointment.

Vote at Governance Committee- 4 yes, 0 no, 0 abstained- unanimous.
Roll Call Vote

Item No. 3
Julie Waltrip, Chair Education Committee
(24-091) Motion to Approve $2000.00 NPG for Woodlake Elementary Community Charter School PTSA

For discussion and possible action: (estimated time 10 minutes)

WhereAs, The Education Committee received an NPG Application from the Parent Teacher Parent Student Association (PTSA), the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, for Woodlake Elementary Community Charter School (located at 23231 Hatteras Street in Area 4 south of Victory between Platt and Fallbrook and www.woodlakeelementary.org) requesting funding of $4,800 toward their $7,460 arts showcase event called Night of the Arts (NOTA) on Saturday evening May 3, 2025.

Terra Collins, PTSA VP Community Outreach, representing Jennifer Richmond, PTSA President, supported by Principal Amy Pederson, provided the committee a detailed presentation of the elements of the event, showcasing students’ artwork in an outdoor art gallery. The community is invited to view the art, create art of their own at make-and-take stations, and enjoy choral music, dance and musical theater performances. Art supplies, signage, onsite art stations, refreshments, cleaning supplies and more will be provided by the PTSA and the event will be run by Woodlake art and music teachers and retained outside vendors. NOTA serves the families and grandparents of roughly 600 Woodlake students: TK through 5th grade, including the Universal Transitional Kindergarten classes and including displaced refugee students and students with special educational needs; and

Art supplies left over for the event will replenish some of the inventory used during Studio Art instruction inside the classrooms and outside the classrooms in their Recycled Art Garden; and The WHWC Neighborhood Council Board Members are invited to attend and granted this request in the past for $2000.00; and

WhereAs, The Education Committee received input and had discussion at our committee meeting, then passed a substitute motion in a 3 to 2 vote to downgrade the dollar amount from $4800 to $2000.

Vote: Reina Cerros- McCaughey NO, Heath Kline YES, Shelly Schwartz YES, Steve Sommers YES, Julie Waltrip NO.

Therefore, The Education Committee moves that the full board approve and vote YES for the attached Woodlake NPG in the amount of $2000.00 and direct the treasurer to submit the NPG and supporting documentation to the City Clerk for funding.

See Woodlake NPG (14 pages) included in Dec. supporting documents.

Roll Call Vote

Item No. 4
Julie Waltrip, Chair Public Safety Committee
(24-092) Motion to Approve Public Safety Committee Hosting KravGirl Safety Event – Open to the General Public

For discussion and possible action: (estimated time 10 minutes)

Whereas, The Public Safety Committee will host an event with local businessperson and Krav Maga specialist Jennifer Silverstein of KravGirlTactics.com on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 2pm to 4pm at Warner Center Park.

Jennifer Silverstein provided the committee a detailed presentation of the elements of the event, which will be a 90-minute introduction of self-defense and awareness for the community. All members of the public are invited to learn basic skills to stay safe and be aware of potential threats before they become an imminent danger. The event will consist of an introduction to Krav Girl/ krav maga tactics, as well as possible speakers including an officer from our local PD and/or the head of security at a local business. Participants will learn what to do in “red, orange, yellow” danger zones, and will also have 40 minutes of practice with hands-on tactics. Participants will leave the training feeling better prepared to defend themselves regardless of age, gender, or ability.

The event is scheduled to be held at Warner Center Park and will be free of charge. The event will be located at the south side of the park on Marylee St directly across from the Lou Bredlow Pavilion. The Public Safety Committee will meet shortly before the event to set up our WHWCNC booth in the location to signal visitors where we will be meeting.

WhereAs, The Public Safety Committee, after receiving input and having discussion over two meetings voted unanimously to recommend to the full Board the approval and implementation of this event.

Vote: Bill Barnett YES, Rose O’Sullivan YES, Shelly Schwartz YES, Julie Waltrip YES, Steve Sommers YES.

Therefore, The Public Safety Committee moves that the full board approve and volunteer at the event.

See Supporting Document. Roll Call Vote

Item No. (5)
Jayce Baron, Chair of Homeless and Public Health Committee
(24 -093) Motion to Support CIS from WHWCNC re: CF19-1020

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 10 minutes)

Presenting a motion to file a community impact statement from Woodland Hills Neighborhood Council with the City Clerk.

A current conversation about CF19-1020 within the Neighborhood Councils and local government. The council file passed in 2019 creates an advisory board of those with lived experience with homelessness to advise the city council on policies made on the demographic’s behalf. Set to expire in November 2024, the council file will need to be honored or extended at this time.

Vote: Motion: Jayce Baron. Seconded: Reina Cerros McCaughey. Baron, Cerros McCaughey, Sherman and Dowell- YES (4) NO (0).
See Supporting Documents. Roll Call Vote

Item No. 6
Dena Weiss, Chair of Governance Committee
(24-094) Virtual v. In Person Board Meetings- Motion to Consider Current Schedule of every Other Month In Person / Virtual Board Full Board Meetings

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 10 minutes)

At the June 12, 2024 full Board meeting, the Board voted to approve holding full Board meetings to comport with a schedule of every other month virtual and every other month in person meetings . In June, this motion was passed with a vote of: 13 yes, 1 no and 3 abstain, for a total of 17 votes. The substitute motion asked that this be reassessed in December 2024.

Motion to reassess and decide whether the monthly full Board meetings should continue alternating every other month between virtual meetings via zoom and in-person meetings.
Roll Call Vote

Item No. 7
Dena Weiss, Chair of Governance Committee
(24-095) Should the WHWCNC switch from City Clerk run Elections to a Self-Run “Selection Process?”
Discussion and possible action. (estimated time 20 minutes)
As some other NCs are choosing to do:

Should the Governance Committee recommend to the full WHWCNC board that they pass a motion by a simple majority to opt out of City Clerk administered Vote by Mail only Elections this election cycle and instead opt to run its own local Selection Process for the public [eligible qualifying Stakeholders] to vote in person at a town hall style event for the candidates they would like to fill the even area and At-large seats and represent them on the NC for the next term of office?

To prepare for this discussion, Governance committee members should familiarize themselves with the details of Selection Process whereby NCs take charge of their own election process for the public choosing their NC representatives, as the WHWCNC did for the first ten years of our existence, independently and in collaboration with the other South Valley NCs before the City Clerk starting running NC elections. To do this, review the support docs on the selection process from DONE, the City Clerk and the linked presentation from Glenn Bailey at the November LANCC meeting.

See LANCC Discussion on Elections vs Selections:

Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing
us02web.zoom.us

Starting at 41:00 minutes into the recording and ending at 58: minutes.

See also the following supporting documents:

DONE 10/31/24 Email Subject: Important: Information on NC Option to Change to Selection Update [3 pages]

DONE Comparison Table; What’s the Difference Between Neighborhood Council Elections and Selections? [ 3 pages]

DONE NC Selection Procedures Stipulation Work Sheet (5 pages)

The majority vote at the Governance Committee was to stick with the existing system and to recommend a “no: vote, however, to let the full Board vote on and ultimately decide the choice. That “no” vote was: Weiss (no), Patterson (no) and Rosen (no), 2 abstained (DiBiase and Kline).

See supporting documents. Roll Call Vote

Item No. 8
Dena Weiss, Chair of Governance Committee
(24-096) Motion to Approve Additional Board Authorized Filers of CIS on the City Clerk CIS Portal

For discussion and possible action: (estimated time 10 minutes)

At its last meeting, the Governance Committee unanimously approved three additional board authorized filers of CIS on the City Clerk CIS Portal.

Currently the board has only one CIS filer; Heath Kline. The City Clerk allows up 5 CIS filers per NC Board. Heath Kline is requesting the board appoint additional filers to share the workload and speed the timeliness of filings.

Vote at Governance Committee: unanimous: 5 yes- Weiss, Patterson, Rosen, DiBiase and Kline.
Roll Call Vote

Committee Reports, (estimated time 10 minutes)
Budget Committee – Heath Kline, Chair Arts and Culture Committee – Masha Dowell, Chair
Community Services Committee – Joyce Fletcher, Chair
Community Outreach Committee –Tracey Rosen, Chair
Education and Youth Committee – Julie Waltrip, Chair
Environmental & Beautification Committee – Karen DiBiase, Chair
Governance Committee – Dena Weiss, Chair
Government Relations Committee- Reina Cerros McCaughey, Chair
Homeless and Social Justice Advocacy Committee –Jayce Baron, Chair
Public Safety and Transportation –Julie Waltrip, Chair
PLUM Committee – Don Patterson and Marty Lipkin, Co-Chairs
WHIP Committee – August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs
Ad Hoc Committee for Standing Rules- August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs
Ad Hoc Committee for technology use at Virtual Meetings- Dean Matthew Chair Ad Hoc Holiday Decorations Committee – Joyce Fletcher & Masha Dowell, Co-Chairs

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular Board meeting will be held IN PERSON on January 8, 2025. Please visit the calendar page at whcouncil.org for the complete details and to confirm the date and time.
Meeting dates for the 2024-2025 year: Full Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Check the NC website calendar for a complete list of committee and board meetings. Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Check the NC calendar for updated meeting schedules.

*THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT – As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate based on disability and, upon request will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure the availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) before the meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551 or email: NCsupport@lacity.org.

*PUBLIC ACCESS OF RECORDS – In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non- exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all of the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record, if available, related to an item on the agenda, please contact the President and / or Dena Weiss, at email address d.weiss@whcouncil.org.

*PUBLIC POSTING OF AGENDAS – agendas are posted for public review as follows:

whcouncil.org and go to the website Calendar page and click on the date – Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month. Check the calendar for any change of meeting date and/or time.
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to A. City’s Early Notification System at https://www.lacity.org/subscriptions

A copy of this agenda is also physically posted in the plexiglass case fixed to the front door of the Fire station 84 located at 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367

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*RECONSIDERATION AND GRIEVANCE PROCESS – For information on the WHWCNC process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the WHWCNC The Bylaws are available at our website at www.whcouncil.org

SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCIÓN – Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss al weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.

Notice to Paid Representatives – If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register as a lobbyist and report your activity. See Los Angeles Municipal Code §§ 48.01 et seq. More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at {213) 978- 1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.orgDec 11, 2024

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
2024-12-17 18:30 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF 12-17-24 GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE MEETING Dec 17, 2024

Planning, Land Use, and Mobility (PLUM) Committee Meeting 12/19/24
2024-12-19 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
The PLUM Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, December 19, 2024. The full agenda can be found here: PLUM Agenda of December 19, 2024.
Significant items for discussion are below:

Discussion and possible motion on planning cases ENV-2024-4894-EAF, CPC-2024-4893-DB-SPPC-HCA. 19923 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364. The applicant proposes a new mixed-use with residential over commercial: A 54-unit 6 story building with 1st floor parking and 1,249.8 SF commercial over one level of subterranean parking. Project provides (6) low-income apartments. Density bonus case requesting (3) off menu incentives:

Additional height from 30 feet to 76’3″ feet, a 154.5% increase.
Increase in FAR from 1:1 to 4.69 :1, a 369% increase.
Reduction of LAMC required parking from 89 spaces to 37 spaces and also two waivers:

waiver of transitional height via Specific Plan Sec. 7 (E) (1) (f) to exceed 30 feet without setback and
waiver of Specific Plan lot coverage Sec.7B(2) from 60% to 88%.

For additional information and documents on this case, please visit: https://whcouncil.org/plum-case/19923-ventura-blvd

Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Meeting - CANCELED
2024-12-31 18:30 - 20:00
See you in the new year! Thank you for all the work in 2024!
– Jayce, Committee Chair
Next meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2025.

Planning Land Use and Mobility (PLUM) Committee - CANCELED
2025-01-02 18:30 - 19:30
The January 2, 2025 PLUM meeting is cancelled. Download the cancellation notice.

Community Services Committee Meeting
2025-01-06 18:30 - 21:30 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Community Services Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Chair Karen Di Biase
Kate Kennedy
Julian Tu

WOODLAND HILLS
WARNER CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Email: NCsupport@lacity.org
Website: www.empowerla.org

Community Services Committee Meeting Agenda
Monday, January 6, 2025
Click for Agenda
6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.

City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84 – Community Room
21050 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Parking is available in the lot across the street.

Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte a Dena Weiss de la Mesa Directiva, d.weiss@whcouncil.org o por correo electrónico avisar al Concejo Vecinal.
Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting. Public comment is limited to two (2) minutes per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board.

I. CALL TO ORDER AND COMMITTEE ROLL CALL
Members: Joyce Fletcher-Chair, Karen DiBiase, Kate Kennedy, Julian Tu

APPROVAL OF MINUTES – November 4, 202

November 18, 2024
December 2, 2024

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Comments from the public on non-agenda items that are within the WHWCNC’s Board jurisdiction and within the committee’s jurisdiction.

Each speaker will be allowed two (2) minute(s).

AGENDA ITEMS

For discussion and possible action:

Discussion related to new water fountains and lights at Warner Park.

Motion to approve a letter to the City related to street racing on Mulholland Drive and Topanga Canyon Blvd. and requesting speed cameras to ticket speeders. Also, a study to be conducted by the City to determine any other ways to address this significant issue.

Motion at approve $150 to exhibit a WHWCN booth to participate on May 10, 2025

from 11AM to 5PM at the West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce Community Benefit Foundation 4th Annual Valley Asian & Pacific Islander Cultural Festival celebrating the vast diversity from the Asian cultures that enhance the San Fernando Valley and the City of Los Angeles.
The event will highlight the cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands focusing on expression through music, dance, food and children’s activities. The San Fernando Valley has a large Asian & Pacific Islander population with over 100,000. They make a substantial contribution to our economy and extended community.
Exhibitor: (Discounted rate up until April 14 th with receipt of completed application and payment. On or after April 15th $250.)
$150 To Exhibit. $250 on April 15 or later. Permit and Equipment fees may apply

Discussion: NPG’s and other spending until the end of the fiscal year June 30, 2025.

Discussion about ways to support Diversity, Seniors, Veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in our community.

Discussion about plans and committee goals for fiscal year 2024/2025.

New Business – for discussion and possible action at the next committee meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does
not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodation
to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive
listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure
availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the
meeting by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by calling (213) 978-1551
or email: NCsupport@lacity.org

Public Posting of Agendas
The Community Services Committee meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. However, visit our
website calendar page at whcouncil.org, to review all committee meeting dates, as a date may change.

Neighborhood Council agendas are posted for public review as follows:
Fire Station 84 front window located at 21050 Burbank Blvd. Woodland Hills CA 91367.
On the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council website at calendar page at www.whcouncil.org
You can also receive our agendas via email by subscribing to L.A. City’s Early Notification System (ENS)

Notice to Paid Representatives
If you are compensated to monitor, attend, or speak at this meeting, City law may require you to register as a lobbyist and report your activity. See Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 48.01 et seq.
More information is available at ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. For assistance, please contact the Ethics Commission at (213) 978-1960 or ethics.commission@lacity.org

Public Access of Records
In compliance with Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt writings that are distributed to a majority or all the board in advance of a meeting may be viewed at our website: www.whcouncil.org or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please get in touch with Dena Weiss by email to d.weiss@whcouncil.org

Reconsideration and Grievance Process
For information on the NC’s process for board action reconsideration, stakeholder grievance policy, or any other procedural matters related to this Council, please consult the NC Bylaws. The Bylaws are available at our Board meetings and our website www.whcouncil.org.

Regular Full Board Meeting 1/8/25
2025-01-08 18:30 - 21:00
Please join us for the regular monthly Board meeting of the Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Council
The agenda and meeting details will be available here 72 hours in advance of the meeting.

WHWCNC REGULAR FULL BOARD MEETING
2025-01-08 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

Regular Full Board Meeting
City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84, in the Community Room

200 N. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012

Email: NCsupport@lacity.org Website: www.empowerla.org

21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
January 8, 2025
6:30 p.m.- 09:00 p.m.
IN PERSON BOARD MEETING
Si requiere servicios de traducción, favor de avisar al Concejo Vecinal 3 días de trabajo (72 horas) antes del evento. Por favor contacte Karen DiBiase, Secretaria, al 818-639-9444 o por correo electrónico www.whcouncil.org para avisar al Concejo Vecinal.

*PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS – The public may address the Board on any agenda item before the Board takes an action on an item. Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Public comment is limited to (1) minute per speaker unless adjusted by the President. Public comment can only be made one time and will be heard at the beginning of an agenda item.

*PUBLIC INPUT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the Board’s jurisdiction will be heard during the General Public Comment period. Please note that under the Brown Act, the Board is prevented from acting on a matter that you bring to its attention during the General Public Comment period; however, the issue raised by a member of the public may become the subject of a future Board meeting.

Board Members:
Area 1 – Karen DiBiase, Geoffrey Hobson, Rochelle / Shelly Schwartz, Reina Cerros- McCaughey
Area 2 – Julian Tu, Masha Dowell, Elie El Habr
Area 3 – Tracey Rosen, Dean Mathew, Harout Z. Aristakessian, Jayce Baron
Area 4 – Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Dena Weiss
Area 5 – Julie Waltrip, Steve Sommers
Area 6 –William Barnett, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan
At-Large – August Steurer, Vacant Seat for Alternate
Youth Member – Vacant seat

AGENDA
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call

Public Announcements:
Office of Councilmember Bob Blumenfield – if available (2 minute each)
Office of Local and State Officials – if available (2 minute each)
Other Local Agencies – if available (2 minute each)

General Public Comment, by the Public, on Non-Agenda Items:
General Public Comment is limited to one (1) minute per speaker and 10 minutes total due to length of agenda.

Organization, Operation, Policies, & Procedures & Reports:

All comment is limited to 1 minute per speaker, unless adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. There will be ONE opportunity to speak only. Time limits set for each agenda item may be adjusted by the presiding officer of the Board. Time limits may vary so the public is encouraged to join the meeting several minutes PRIOR to a specific agenda item being discussed.

Approval of Minutes: Board Meeting – December 11, 2024 (estimated time 5 minutes)

See posted support documents Roll Call Vote

Officer Reports (estimated time 5 minutes)

President – Dena Weiss
Vice President – Tracey Rosen (absent)
Treasurer – Heath Kline
Secretary -Karen DiBiase
Parliamentarian – Don Patterson

Area Reports (it is requested that each area designate one representative to report each month). (estimated time 10 minutes)

Area 1 – Karen DiBiase, Geoffrey Hobson, Rochelle / Shelly Schwartz, Reina Cerros- McCaughey
Area 2 – Julian Tu, Masha Dowell, Elie El Habr
Area 3 – Tracey Rosen, Dean Mathew, Harout Z. Aristakessian, Jayce Baron
Area 4 – Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Dena Weiss
Area 5 – Julie Waltrip, Steve Sommers
Area 6 –William Barnett, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan
August Steurer

Items for Discussion and Possible Action:

Item No. 1
Heath Kline, Treasurer
(25-001) Approval of MER for December, 2024
For discussion and action: (estimated time 5 minutes)

See posted support document, which will be ready January 6, 2025 Roll Call Vote

Item No. 2
Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Chairs of PLUM
(25-002) PLUM Committee, CPC-2024-4893-SPPC-HCA and ENV-2024-4894-EAF Authorizing Code: 12.22.A25
For discussion and action: (estimated time 10 minutes)

19923 W. Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, 91367

A project that includes off-menu requests, as outlined in LAMC §12.22 A.25, is reviewed by City Planning through a discretionary review process. These projects require CEQA analysis and are reviewed by the City Planning Commission (CPC).
These determinations may not be appealed after the CPC acts.

Motion
As pertaining to Case CPC-2024-4893-DB-SPPC-HCA and ENV-2024-4894-CE, located at 19923 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367, after having held three (3) in person or virtual zoom public meetings for review of the application filed by Dan Hosseini/19923 Ventura LLC.

Project Description:
The project is a New Mixed-Use Residential Apartment Complex over Commercial:
The Lot Size is 14,484.9 feet. The applicant proposes a 54-unit (7) story building with 1st floor parking area and first floor 1,249.8 SF commercial space with (1) floor of subterranean parking.

The project includes a (5) story 39 feet by 27 feet open interior courtyard with walkway surrounding the open space that is open to above.
The project will have per AB 1287 (6) very low-income apartments which allows the applicant to request from the City various bonuses, waivers, exemptions and incentives to maximize profit.
The lot is zoned for C1-1VLD Neighborhood Office Commercial with Very Low Density.
The project’s residential portion will provide (44) automobile parking spaces, (60) long-term bicycle parking stalls and five (5) short-term bicycle parking stalls.

The open space is primarily located in a second-floor courtyard, a roof top deck, and on private balconies.
The project proposes grading and exporting up to 3,365 cubic yards of earth to create a basement parking lot.

Whereas the developer is requesting the following Bonus, Exemptions, Waivers and Incentives.

Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15311, Class 11, and Section 15332, Class 32, an exemption from CEQA and that there is no substantial evidence demonstrating that an exception to a categorical exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15300.2 applies.
Pursuant to Section 12.22 A.25(g)(3) of the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC), a Density Bonus for a project totaling 54 dwelling units (six (6) units as Restricted Affordable Housing Units for Very Low-Income households and 48 market-rate units.

The Density Bonus for zone C1-1VLD (very low density) properties allows one unit for every 800 square feet of lot area. The applicant seeks a density bonus per AB 1287 (6) low income housing units and requests lot area calculations to include 1⁄2 of the back alley to allow for a larger project.

additional height from 30 feet to 85 feet 5 inches, an approximate 160% increase
increase in Floor Area Ratio from 1 to 1 to 4.03 to 1, an approximate 365% increase
reduction of LAMC required parking from 89 spaces to 44 spaces

with the following Incentives and Waivers:

Off-Menu Incentive to allow a (FAR) floor area ratio of 4.03:1 instead of the permitted 1.0:1 per the Ventura/Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan Section 6.B.3;

Off-Menu Incentive to allow a height of 85 feet and 5 inches instead of the permitted 30 feet per the Ventura/Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan Section 7.E.1.e.1;

Off-Menu Incentive to allow 44 automobile parking spaces for the residential portion of the development instead of the required 89 spaces per the LAMC Code Section 12.21 A.4(a);

Waiver of Development Standards from the Ventura/Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan lot coverage standard as required by Specific Plan Section 7.B.2 to allow a lot coverage of 88 percent instead of the permitted 60 percent;

Waiver of Development Standards from the Ventura/Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan height setback standard as required by the Specific Plan Section 7.E.1.g to allow the building to exceed 45 feet in height without providing at least a 10 foot setback for each 10 foot increment above 45 feet;

Waiver of Development Standards from the compact parking stall standard as required by LAMC Section 12.21 A.5(c) to allow seven (7) compact parking stalls to be provided without first providing one standard parking stall per dwelling unit;

Pursuant to Section 13B.4.2 of Chapter 1A of the LAMC and Section 9 of the Ventura-Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan, Project Compliance to permit the construction of a mixed-use development comprising 54 dwelling units and 1,250 square feet of commercial floor area and a sign.

THEREFORE, the WHWCNC PLUM Committee finds the proposed project vastly does not comply with the standard construction requirements of the City of Los Angeles and the Ventura-Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan and for the following findings:

Whereas, Parking.

The Applicant requests a reduction from 89 required parking spaces to 44 parking spaces and a waiver to allow (7) compact parking spaces without providing the required 54 standard parking spaces or (1) standard parking space per unit.
The car park has tandem parking, which is problematic as there is no onsite parking attendant to move cars that could be blocked by another car.
The project appears to provide only (1) exterior parking space located at the back of the building.
The applicant does not address where the majority of the residents will park, as Ventura Blvd. has metered parking and the project residents cannot park on side streets, in adjacent business parking lots or on residential streets as this would cause a hardship for businesses and stakeholders.
The Applicant does not address Guest Parking.
The Project provides (25) two-bedroom units but does not provide (25) tandem parking spaces.
The lower parking ramp is 8’- 2” which may not provide headroom for trucks.
Driveway Access – The driveway access for two-way traffic does not meet the (35) feet wide requirement.
The Applicant does not address required ingress and egress for the Fire Department.
The street access entry ramp = 19’- 0” therefore the alley should meet the same width requirements

LADOT has determined there does not need to be a traffic study as of August 2024.
The WHWCNC PLUM Committee requests LADOT to conduct a traffic study as the reduced parking will have an extremely negative effect on project residents, adjacent businesses and single-family neighborhoods.

Whereas, the Applicant requests a Lot Size increase to 15,691.3 sq. ft. when the ACTUAL Lot Size is
14, 484.9 sq. ft.
The applicant is requesting City Planning to allow the inclusion of 1⁄2 of the alley behind the project to be able to reach the requested 15,691.3 s. ft. which allows the applicant to build a larger project than normally allowed and receive a greater density bonus.

Whereas, the project can be built only if the City allows numerous off menu Exemptions, Waivers and Incentives which may cause unnecessary harm to the surrounding neighborhoods and businesses.

The Density Bonus for zone C1-1VLD (very low density) properties allows one unit for every 800 square feet of lot area. The applicant seeks to take advantage of the density bonus per AB 1287 by providing (6) low-income housing units in order to vastly overbuild the site

The applicant has made other various Categorical Exemption Findings that can be questioned as for example he states there are other high rise commercial/residential buildings in the area.
There is only one four story building in the area, which is a commercial office building.
The applicant does not provide any proof that the maximized design of the building and the site is “needed” “necessary” or “required” nor does the Applicant provide any proof that the design benefits or improves low-income housing concerns in the area or Los Angeles.

Whereas, the applicant is requesting an Environmental Categorical Exemption (CE) Class 32 CE (CP-7828). However, the project is within five hundred (500) feet of the 101 Freeway and the applicant is proposing a roof top deck, balconies and an open air five story courtyard where residents could be subjected to health risks from freeway pollution ultrafine particulate matter. Single family neighborhoods are located North and South of the project and will be subjected loss of privacy and noise pollution from the roof top deck.

Whereas, the Project is located within five hundred feet of the 101Freeway. The project has (6) low- income units but the project also has (48) market value units. However, the Applicant does not provide any indoor amenities found in other NEW market value projects in Woodland Hills.

Whereas, the applicant does not provide mitigation measures per the Los Angeles Public Health Report and City Zoning ZI No. 227 and Best Practice Mitigation Measures to Reduce Exposure to Road Pollution

Building design measures:
Site apartment units as far as possible from the source of air pollution.
b. Double-glaze all windows in the housing units to reduce exposure to air pollution.
c. Avoid or limit the placement of balconies on the side of the building facing the freeway/high volume roadway.
g. Design buildings with varying shapes and heights to help break up air pollution emission plumes, increase air flow, and help reduce pollutants such as particulates and noise.

Site-related measures:
Where possible, erect a sound wall between the development and the freeway to help serve as a noise and air pollution barrier.
b. Plant vegetation barriers between the freeway/high volume roadway and the housing site to help with pollution reduction.
c. Plant additional trees surrounding the housing development to further mitigate air pollution.

Whereas the PLUM Committee finds the Applicant has also not provided mitigation measures for the following:

Balconies – The Applicant has defined the balconies as being part of the Open Space calculation.
However, balconies should not face the 101 freeway and should not be allowed on the sides of the building as the project is within 500 feet of the 101 freeway.
Furthermore, the balconies cannot be counted as open space as the balconies have a roof.

The Roof Top Deck is defined as Open Space and designed to be used as a recreational space for residents. The roof top deck is open air and is within 500 feet of the 101 freeway. The deck will expose all residents to freeway road pollution which is hazardous to the health of the residents.
Furthermore, the roof top deck cannot be counted as open space nor landscaped green space as there is mechanical equipment on the roof.

The Roof Top Deck is open air and therefore noise coming from the deck cannot be mitigated. Unmitigated noise pollution such as loud parties, loud conversations and loud music will affect the wellbeing of the neighbors and the property values of the surrounding single-family neighborhoods and businesses.

Interior Five Story Courtyard

The applicant defines the 39 x 27 feet FIVE STORY Inner Courtyard as Open Space. However, this “open space” is in fact a FIVE STORY AIR SPACE which could be hazardous to residents, children and pets as they could fall as far as five stories.
This air space is also open to the roof top deck.
The rooftop deck is open to the lower courtyard but does not provide five (5) feet stepped back buffer with two (2) railings.
A 42-inch-tall railing is not tall enough as even a child can climb over the railing and fall.
All apartment doors and windows open onto this small interior (5) story air space that is 39 feet wide by 27 feet deep. This is a potential invasion of privacy and exposes residents, including children, to all smells emanating from all apartments including possible cigarette smoke, marijuana smoke, toxic fumes and all varieties of noise pollution and sound echo effect coming from other residents’ apartments.
The five-story courtyard/air shaft design is reminiscent of 1800’s New York tenement inner courtyard double dumbbell air shafts that were deemed illegal and a health hazard for residents.

The small five story “courtyard” air space will not allow for proper air circulation, air quality and proper distribution of sun light.
The Applicant cannot count the second story courtyard as open space nor landscaped greenspace, as the area is 90% hardscape.

Therefore, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the Planning Land Use and Mobility Committee for the findings stated herein, will not support the application and plans submitted by Dan Hosseini/19923 Ventura LLC , and recommend non-support of the Board of the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council (WHWCNC)

Furthermore, all plans that have been presented either in person or electronically to the PLUM Committee and the Board of the WHWCNC shall be submitted to Planning as a final project plan application submittal.

The applicant will not submit any significant, further updated plans or changes without first presenting them to the WHWCNC. Any modifications to the elevation(s)/ architecture of any other changes that are no longer in substantial conformance will be presented first to the WHWCNC before submitting them to City Planning.

The Planning, Land Use and Mobility Committee recommends that the Board of the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council advise the City of Los Angeles Planning Department and Council District 3 Councilmember Bob Blumenfield of its findings and recommendation.
PLUM Vote: Aye: 6 Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Absent: 2

Roll Call Vote

Item No. (3)
Jayce Baron, Chair of Homeless and Social Justice Advocacy Committee
(25 -003) Motion to Request $250 to create 45 “Community Recourse Cards” for our Unhoused neighbors

For discussion and action: (estimated time 10 minutes)

The HSJAC requests $250 to create 450 “Community Recourse Cards” for our Unhoused neighbors. This will come from the HSJAC line item in the Budget. The card is to provide resources in the community for food, shelter, etc. The Printing Zone has provided an estimate of $216.81 which is shown in the supporting documents.

HSJAC Vote: Aye: 6 Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Roll Call Vote

Committee Reports, (estimated time 10 minutes)
Budget Committee – Heath Kline, Chair Arts and Culture Committee – Masha Dowell, Chair
Community Services Committee – Joyce Fletcher, Chair
Community Outreach Committee –Tracey Rosen, Chair
Education and Youth Committee – Julie Waltrip, Chair
Environmental & Beautification Committee – Karen DiBiase, Chair
Governance Committee – Dena Weiss, Chair
Government Relations Committee- Reina Cerros McCaughey, Chair
Homeless and Social Justice Advocacy Committee –Jayce Baron, Chair
Public Safety and Transportation –Julie Waltrip, Chair
PLUM Committee – Don Patterson and Marty Lipkin, Co-Chairs
WHIP Committee – August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs
Ad Hoc Committee for Standing Rules- August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs
Ad Hoc Committee for technology use at Virtual Meetings- Dean Matthew Chair Ad Hoc Holiday Decorations Committee – Joyce Fletcher & Masha Dowell, Co-Chairs

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular Board meeting will be held virtually on February 12, 2025. Please visit the calendar page at whcouncil.org for the complete details and to confirm the date and time.
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF FULL BOARD MEETING
2025-01-08 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL

200 N. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012

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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

The Regular Full Board Meeting of the WHWCNC
at the City of Los Angeles Fire Station # 84, in the Community Room has been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Jan 8, 2025
