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Arts & Culture Special Committee Meeting
2025-03-20 17:35 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Please join us for our next Arts and Culture Special Committee meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 5:35 PM via Zoom.
Woodland Hills – Warner Center NC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Arts & Culture Committee Meeting
Time: Mar 20, 2025, 05:35 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84617419135
Meeting ID: 846 1741 9135
Agenda: https://whcouncil.org/wp-content/uploads/minutes-agendas-newsletters/ArtsAgendas_2025-03-19.pdf

Plannning Land Use and Mobility (PLUM) Committee - 3-20-25 CANCELLED
2025-03-20 18:30 - 21:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
The PLUM Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025 I canceled.

FREE Self Defense Class with Kravgirl Tactics
2025-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Come join us for a fun and empowering day of learning self-defense techniques with Krav Girl Tactics, hosted by the Woodland Hills Warner Center Neighborhood Council and Councilmember Bob Blumenfeld! This in-person event will be held on March 22nd from 2-4pm at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion at Warner Center Park.
Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this class is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their personal safety skills. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your confidence and learn valuable self-defense strategies. Men and women of all ages are encouraged to attend.
Reserve your spot at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-self-defense-class-with-krav-girl-tactics-tickets-1267701040939?aff=oddtdtcreator

Outreach Committee Meeting 3/24/25
2025-03-24 18:30 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
Outreach Committee Meeting
March 25, 2025, 6:30pm via ZOOM

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89989340313
Via Phone: 888-475-4499 US Toll-free and enter Meeting ID: 899 8934 0313

The agenda can be downloaded HERE

Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Special Meeting - Zoom
2025-03-25 18:35 - 20:00
Join us for this month’s special meeting on Zoom.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85317830938
Agenda: Mar 25, 2025

WHWCNC Special Governance Meeting Agenda
2025-03-31 18:30 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
WH-WC NC
Governance Committee
Meeting

200 N. Spring Street
Los Ángeles, CA 9001

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

Regular Meeting
By Zoom
Agenda
Monday, March 31, 2025
6:30 PM
Zoom Meeting Online or By Telephone
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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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 85414173072 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 – Vacant
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: February 18, 2025 (approximately 5 minutes)

See supporting document.
Roll Call Vote

Items for Discussion and Possible Action:

Item One: Review of qualifications for Leslie Payne to apply for the Area 6 Alternate position.
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 5 minutes)
Review of qualifications for Leslie Payne to apply for the Area 6 Alternate position.

Supporting documents will be emailed as they contain private information.

Roll call vote

Item Two: Review of qualifications for Danny Mulvihill to apply for the Area 6 Residential position.
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 5 minutes)
Review of qualifications for Danny Mulvihill to apply for the Area 6 Residential position.

Supporting documents will be emailed as they contain private information.

Roll call vote

Item Three: Update Regarding Ensuring that Board and Committee Members Adhere to Board Bylaws and our Code of Conduct During Meetings
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 5 minutes)
At the last meeting, Weiss was going to check with Empower LA about additional tools and resources for enforcing appropriate behavior at meetings. Report by Weiss.

Item Four: New Mailing PO Box
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 10 minutes)
Our old P.O. Box on Ventura Blvd. inexplicably closed down with no prior notice. The NC needs to find a new location for receipt of mail. Discussion and vote on the size of the box and location. Discussion about who is tracking stakeholder’s emails.

Roll call vote

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular GOVCOM meeting will be held on April 15, 2025, 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 2025-2026 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

.

*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.Mar 31, 2025

Special Full Board Meeting 4/2/25
2025-04-02 18:30 - 21:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
Special Full Board Meeting BY ZOOM April 2, 2025 6:30 p.m.- 09:00 p.m
Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87089941844
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The agenda can be downloaded HERE

The Supporting Documents can be downloaded HERE

Planning Land Use and Mobility (PLUM) Committee - CANCELLED
2025-04-03 18:30 - 20:00
The April 3, 2025 meeting of the PLUM Committee is cancelled.

Community Services Committee Meeting
2025-04-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, 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, April 7, 2025
6pm to 7:45pm
Click for Agenda
Located at the
Community Room, Capital One Café
inside Westfield Topanga Mall – First Floor near Nordstrom
6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 1038, Los Angeles, CA 91303

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 – March 3, 2025

March 17, 2025 – was not held due to St. Patrick’s Day

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 of plans for NC participation in the Chamber of Commerce Asian Fair on May 10th.

2. Discussion and possible action related to neighborhood issues and concerns.
Casalena and request for no parking signs on neighborhood streets.
Update on Warner Center Park upgrades.
Request for May 14th Board Meeting – (30) minute Presentation and Q & A by Councilmember Bob Blumenfield on local issues In Woodland Hills.

Discussion and possible action related to stakeholder participation at WHWCNC Board meetings and

assurance that board meetings are conducted in a manner that best serves the needs of the community
and all stakeholders attending WHWCNC meetings.

Committee request to the WHWCNC Governance Committee and EmpowerLa to define for the Board

at the May 14th Board Meeting when and if Roberts Rules of Order can override WHWCNC Bylaws, Standing Rules and Best Practices and override a Board Meeting Agenda as written or a committee agenda as written and publicly posted.
Request the Governance Committee for the May 14th Board meeting submit a clarifying Standing Rule to be voted on by the board and implemented.

As the Standing Rules Ad hoc Committee has never met, a committee request to the Governance

Committee that the current revised Standing Rules 2022 be submitted by the Governance Committee to
the board on May 14th to be immediately approved. The Standing Rules can be improved and other rules written by the Ad hoc Committee, at a later date, as Standing Rules can be added to and voted on at any time.

Committee request to the Governance Committee and EmpowerLA to provide written information to

be provided to the board members at the May 14th Board Meeting that clearly describes other Censure Policy requirements, legal prerequisites or other possible reasons that may cause a Censure to be denied by EmpowerLA and the City, that are not described in the Censure Policy in the WHWCNC Bylaws.
Request the Governance Committee by May 14th create a Standing Rule that fully describes these other requirements, legal prerequisites and all other possible reasons or actions that must be a part of filing a valid and City acceptable Censure that are not described in the Bylaws Censure Policy.

4. Discussion about ways to support diversity, seniors, veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in our community.

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

6. 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
Ifyouarecompensatedtomonitor,attend,orspeakatthismeeting,Citylawmayrequireyoutoregister 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 Committee (PLUM) Special Meeting
2025-04-08 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
The PLUM Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, April 8, at 6:30 pm in the community room of Fire Station 84. The primary item on the agenda is below. The full agenda can be downloaded here: Apr 8, 2025 PLUM Agenda

Courtesy presentation of a new, multi-phased, master-planned Project in the downtown District of the Warner Center WC 2035 Plan, 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd and 6100 Owensmouth Avenue.

Governance Committee Meeting 4/15/25
2025-04-15 18:30 - 20:30 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Council
Governance Committee Meeting by Zoom
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Zoom Meeting Online or By Telephone
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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The AGENDA is available below or can be downloaded HERE
The supporting documents can be downloaded HERE

Arts and Culture Committee Meeting - April 17, 2025
2025-04-17 17:30 - 18:30
Please join the Arts and Culture Committee for our next committee meeting on April 17, 2025, at 5:30 pm
Zoom Meeting Information:
Woodland Hills-Warner Center NC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Arts & Culture Committee Meeting
Time: Apr 17, 2025 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 848 7614 8883
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Planning, Land Use, and Mobility (PLUM) Committee Meeting
2025-04-17 18:30 - 21:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
The PLUM Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, April 17, 2025 via Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83688139479) The significant item for discussion is below. The full agenda can be found here: PLUM Agenda Apr 17, 2025

Presentation, discussion, and possible action on the development plans for the 3.88-acre property located at 21241- 21243 Ventura Boulevard, 5436 Comercio Way and 21200-21240 Clarendon Street in Woodland Hills, located in the C4-1LD and P-1LD Zones and the Ventura/Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan area. Due to uncertainty of future market demands, the Applicant/Property Owner, California Landmark Group, is seeking Los Angeles City Planning approval for two different projects, as described below, but would proceed to construct the one that is most palatable for market conditions at the time that construction would commence.

Townhome Condominium Project (Planning Case No. CPC-2023-6206-DB-SPP-SPR-HCA, VTT-83939-CN) – A residential development with 126 three-story single-family condominium townhomes, seven (7) homes of which restricted for Very Low Income (VLI) Households, and associated parking (within private parking garages and surface stalls) and open space areas. Download the Case Report.
Mixed-Use Project (Planning Case No. CPC-2024-4749-DB-SPPC-PR-HCA) – A seven-story mixed-use development with 578 residential apartment units (including 48 VLI Household units), approximately 7,400 square feet of commercial space, and two parking levels (on and above grade) containing commercial and residential parking stalls. Download the Case Report.

Community Services Committee Meeting
2025-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
CITY OF LOS ANGELES
CALIFORNIA
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
Click for Agenda
Monday, April 21, 2025
6pm to 7:45pm
Located at the
Community Room, Capital One Café
inside Westfield Topanga Mall – First Floor near Nordstrom
6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 1038, Los Angeles, CA 91303
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
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 7, 2025
March 3, 2025
III.
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:
1.
Discussion of plans for NC participation in the Chamber of Commerce Asian Fair.
Review of Sign-Up Sheet and decorations.
2.
Discussion related to any neighborhood issues and concerns.
3.
Discussion about ways to support diversity, seniors, veterans and LGBTQ neighbors
in our community.
4.
Discussion about events and committee goals for fiscal year 2024/2025.
5.
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.

Environmental & Beautification Committee Special Meeting
2025-04-22 18:30 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
Environmental & Beautification Committee Special Meeting
BY ZOOM
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL BOARD MEETING
Zoom Meeting Online or By Telephone
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84721431771
Or Dial (669) 900-6833 to Join the Meeting
The meeting ID is 847 2143 1771 and Press #

The agenda can be found HERE

WHWCNC SPECIAL GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
WH-WC NC
Special Governance Committee
Meeting

200 N. Spring Street
Los Ángeles, CA 9001

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

By Zoom
Agenda
Monday, April 28, 2025
6:00 PM

Zoom Meeting Online or By Telephone
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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 7974989053 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 – Elie El Habr
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:

Deferred to our regular meeting.

Items for Discussion and Possible Action:

Item One: Election Candidate Forum
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 10 minutes)
Empower LA has provided guideline for Neighborhood councils who may wish to provide a forum for candidates to provide information to voters. It is up to the Board whether we do so or not. There are various laws that restrict the use of public resources for election matter and our Neighborhood councils should plan the forum in advance and consult with the Department’s Neighborhood of Empowerment Advocate throughout the planning and implementation process.
Motion to suggest to the Board that an Ad Hoc committee be created to set up a Candidate Forum, while coordinating with Empower LA regarding logistics and moderator and content.
See attached guidance document.
Roll call vote

Item Two: Continued Review of Ad Hoc Committee’s proposed Amendments to Standing Rules
Discussion and possible action: (approximately 90 minutes)
The continuation of a review of existing Standing Rules and the Ad Hoc Committee’s suggestions for modifications.

See supporting documents for the Ad Hoc Committees April 13, 2025, Revisions to the Standing Rules.

Roll call vote

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular GOVCOM meeting will be held on May 20, 2025, 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 2025-2026 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.

Apr 28, 2025

Outreach Committee Meeting 4/28/25
2025-04-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
Outreach Committee Meeting
April 28, 2025, 6:30pm
Community Room, Capital One Cafe at Westfield Topanga
6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 1038, Los Angeles, CA 91303

The AGENDA can be downloaded HERE or viewed below

The Supporting Documents can be downloaded HERE

Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Special Meeting – Zoom
2025-04-29 18:30 - 20:00
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Zoom!
Agenda: Apr 29, 2025
Woodland Hills – Warner Center NC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: HSJA Committee Meeting – Woodland Hills NC
Time: Apr 29, 2025 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87182952726
Meeting ID: 871 8295 2726

1st Saturday Clean-Up - May 3rd
2025-05-03 08:00 - 10:00
The WHWCNC 1st Saturday Community Cleanup will be on May 3rd.

We will be meeting at the American Legion Hall at 5320 Fallbrook Ave., Woodland Hills (just north of Fallbrook/Ventura Blvd).

This is our turn to help our veterans improve their meeting building and get them ready for Memorial Day.

Time: 8-10am
Wear: work clothes, closed-toe shoes, a hat, gloves, etc.
See you there!

Jesse Gabriel's Day of Service
2025-05-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Join us for Jesse Gabriel’s Day of Service on Sunday, May 4th. Join dozens of community groups and nonprofits to work on a dozen different service projects across the San Fernando Valley. Our community needs amazing volunteers like you to come out and show your support for these wonderful organizations!

For more information and to register, please visit Bit.ly/AJGVDS25

Community Services Committee Meeting
2025-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
Community Services Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Chair Karen Di Biase, Kate Kennedy
Julian Tu
CITY OF LOS ANGELES
CALIFORNIA

WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
Community Services Committee Meeting Agenda
Click for agenda
Click for support document
Monday, May 5, 2025
6pm to 7:45pm

Located at the
Community Room, Capital One Café
inside Westfield Topanga Mall – First Floor near Nordstrom 6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 1038, Los Angeles, CA 91303

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

II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 7, 2025
April 21, 2025 – Cancelled

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Two-minute 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 also be allowed a two (2) minute comment on each agenda item.

IV. AGENDA ITEMS
For discussion and possible action:

Discussion of plans for NC participation in the Chamber of Commerce Asian
Pick our NC sponsored Mini Therapy Horse. See mini horses at this link.

https://www.minitherapyhorses.com/meet-the-minis

Discussion related to any neighborhood issues and
Discussion about ways to support diversity, seniors, veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in our community.

Plan a project or NPG to support Woodland Hills’ American Legion Post 826 and its
75th Anniversary.

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

How to form a WHWCNC non-profit.
See attached document.

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

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.

4th Annual Valley Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Festival
2025-05-10 11:00 - 17:00 | Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States

Regular Full Board Meeting 5/14/25
2025-05-14 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.

WH-WCNC FULL REGULAR BOARD MEETING
2025-05-14 18:30 - 21:00 | LAFD Fire Station 84, 21050 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
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
May 14, 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 – Danny Mulvihill, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby, Leslie Payne
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan, Juliet Schwartz
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 (2) minutes per speaker unless adjusted by the President.
A request can be made in advance for additional time.

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 the Minutes:

Approval of Minutes: Special Board Meeting – April 2, 2025 (estimated time 5 minutes)

See posted support documents Roll Call Vote

Officer Reports (estimated time 5 minutes)

President – Dena Weiss
Vice President – Elie El Habr
Committee reminders
1: Committee posting must published online, sent to empower LA, and posted at the fire station 72 hours before the meeting.
2: Booking for in-person committee meetings at Capital One Cafe process.
Treasurer – Heath Kline (absent)
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 – Danny Mulvihill, Heath Kline, Megan Jacoby, Leslie Payne
Area 7 – Kate Kennedy, Lillian / Joyce Fletcher, Rosaleen O’Sullivan, Juliet Schwartz
At Large – August Steurer
2. Items for Discussion and Possible Action:
Item No. 1
Heath Kline, Treasurer; Dena Weiss, President
(25-041) Motion to Approve the March MER

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 5 minutes)

Motion to approve the March 2025 Monthly Expenditure Report [MER]

See March MER supporting document (38 pages).

Roll Call Vote

Item No. 2
Heath Kline, Treasurer; Dena Weiss, President
(25-042) Motion to Approve the April MER

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 5 minutes)

Motion to approve the April 2025 Monthly Expenditure Report [MER]

See April MER supporting document (47 pages).

Roll Call Vote

Item No. 3
Tracey Rosen, Outreach Chair
(25-043) Motion to Approve Payment for Canva Pro Annual Software License up to $125.

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 5 minutes)

WHEREAS, the DONE previously paid the NCs’ annual license fee for the Canva Pro SaaS program, providing predesigned templates for general and NC election outreach, which we have utilized, and we have created our own custom pages for WHWCNC print, email, branded giveaway items and website marketing, and;

WHEREAS, DONE has notified NCs that to retain access to Canva Pro, DONE’s predesigned templates, and their own created pages, they need to pay the annual license fee beginning May of 2025, THEREFORE, the WHWCNC approves the purchase of a Canva Pro annual license fee estimated to be $100.00, but not to exceed $125.00, from the Election Expense budget category [budget line 108], that currently has $1,000 in available funds to spend.

Roll Call Vote

Item No. 4
Don Patterson, Martin Lipkin, Chairs of PLUM
(25-044) PLUM Committee from 4/17/25 for: Case CPC-2023-6206-DB-SPP-SPR-HCA, VTT-83939. 126 Townhomes/Condominiums
21241-21243 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 15 minutes)

Motion: As pertaining to Case CPC-2023-6206-DB-SPP-SPR-HCA, VTT-83939-CN, a residential development with 126 three-story single-family condominium townhomes–seven (7) homes of which restricted for Very Low Income (VLI) Households–and associated parking (within private parking garages and surface stalls) and 15,894 SF of open space areas at 21241-21243 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364, the PLUM Committee of the WHWCNC, held two public meeting for the application filed by California Landmark Group, and the WHWCNC Planning, Land Use and Mobility Committee (PLUM) hereby finds that:

WHEREAS, the proposed project designs and plans for construction of a residential townhome development with total of 126 detached single-family residential condominium homes/dwelling units within eight (8) clusters of homes adheres to requirements of the Canoga Park-Winnetka-Woodland Hills-West Hills Community Plan; and

WHEREAS, the proposed project utilizes the Density Bonus Ordinance with a set-aside of 7 VLI Household Units; and

WHEREAS, 15,894 SF of open space will be provided in the project through a waiver of development standards; and

WHEREAS, the applicant requests an off-menu incentive for the removal of incremental step-backs above 25 ft. as well as waivers of development standards for reduced passageways, westerly side yard and rear yard, and an increase in building height to allow for rooftop structures and equipment; and

Therefore, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the Planning Land Use and Mobility Committee of the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council, for the findings stated herein, finds that the submitted application and plans filed by California Landmark Group for the development and construction of 126 three-story single-family condominium townhomes (including 7 VLI units) in a complex at 21241-21243 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364 receive the support of the Board of the Woodland Hills-Warner Center Neighborhood Council (WHWCNC) on June 17, 2025.
Motion: Martin Lipkin
Second: Karen Koe
Aye: 6 (Unanimous: Peterson, Lipkin, Koe, Steurer, Richman, Rice)
Nay: 0

See Supporting Document.
Roll Call Vote

Item No. 5
Dena Weiss, Governance Chair
(25-045) Motion to approve switch of Areas for Board Member Megan Jacoby

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 5 minutes)

The Governance committee reviewed and approved the qualifications of Megan Jacoby, who currently is a Board member in Area 6, to switch areas and to apply for the Area 5 CBO position. Motion to approve this switch.
Vote at Governance- unanimous- 4 Aye.

Roll call vote

Dena Weiss, Governance Chair
(25-046) Election Candidate Forum

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 15 minutes)

Empower LA has provided guideline for Neighborhood councils who may wish to provide a forum for candidates to provide information to voters. It is up to the Board whether we do so or not. There are various laws that restrict the use of public resources for election matter and our Neighborhood councils should plan the forum in advance and consult with the Department’s Neighborhood of Empowerment Advocate throughout the planning and implementation process. If approved, an Ad Hoc Committee will immediately be convened to set up the date, the location and the questions. Notice will be provided to all candidates This needs to occur before May 27, 2025.
Motion to approve a candidate forum, with the establishment of a non-candidate Ad Hoc committee to set up the forum, while coordinating with Empower LA regarding logistics and moderator and content.
Vote at Governance- unanimous- 4 Aye.

See Supporting Document.

Roll call vote
Item No. 7
Dena Weiss, President; Elie El Habr, Vice President
(25-047) Community Impact Statement (CIS) in Support of City Council File 25-0193
Ban on Dog & Cat Meat as Condition of Sister City Status for Hanoi Vietnam

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 10 minutes)

WHEREAS, since 2019, it has been the official position of the City of Los Angeles to oppose dog meat, including specifically in the country of Vietnam (Council File: 19-0002-S101) introduced by our CD3 Councilmember Bob Blumenfield; and
WHEREAS, on September 10, 2023, President Biden and the leader of Vietnam entered into the Joint Leaders’ Statement: Elevating United States-Vietnam Relations To A Comprehensive Strategic Partnership; and
WHEREAS, the Joint Leaders’ Statement encourages states and cities in the United States and Vietnam to enter into sister city/state relationships; and
WHEREAS, since it is the official position of Los Angeles to oppose dog meat in Vietnam, the city that Los Angeles enters into a sister city relationship with should ban dog and cat meat. The Sister City Project to End Dog and Cat Meat in Vietnam will offer a city in Vietnam a sister city relationship with Los Angeles which would be conditioned on the Vietnam city banning dog and cat meat;

THEREFORE, It Is Resolved that the Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Council supports City Council File 25-0193, introduced by our CD-3 Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, and the Sister City Project to End Dog and Cat Meat in Vietnam, and requests the City Council to pass a resolution to form a Sister City relationship with Hanoi with the condition that Hanoi ban dog and cat meat.

This resolution can be filed as a Community Impact Statement in support of Council File 25-0193 and any other City Council resolution or motion on this subject. [Further information regarding the dog and cat meat trades in Vietnam and the Sister City Project to End Dog and Cat Meat in Vietnam can be found in the following CityWatch article: https://www.citywatchla.com/animal-watch/29620-five-million-dogs-and-cats-desperately-need-saving-in-vietnam]

See Supporting Document.

Roll call vote

Item No. 8
Dena Weiss, Governance Chair
(25-048) Review of Revised Standing Rules

For discussion and possible action (estimated time 40 minutes)

The Ad Hoc committee made suggestions to the Governance Committee, to revise certain standing rules. The Governance Committee has reviewed the suggested changes and voted on the attached modifications.
Vote at Governance- unanimous- 4 Aye.

Motion for the Board to approve all modifications.

See supporting documents for modifications.

Roll call vote

Committee Reports, (estimated time 10 minutes)
Budget Committee – Heath Kline, Chair (absent) Arts and Culture Committee – Masha Dowell and Harout Aristakessian, Co-Chairs
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, Rosaleen O’Sullivan, Co- Chairs
PLUM Committee – Don Patterson and Marty Lipkin, Co-Chairs
WHIP Committee – August Steurer and Heath Kline, Co-Chairs

Adjournment of Meeting
The next Regular Board meeting will be held virtually on June 11,2025. Please visit the calendar page at whcouncil.org for the complete details and to confirm the date and time.
Meeting dates for the 2025-2026 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.org.May 14, 2025

Saturday Neighborhood Clean-Up!
2025-05-17 08:00 - 10:00 | American Legion Post 826, 5320 Fallbrook Ave, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
3rd (and final) community cleanup at the American Legion Hall on Saturday, May 17th 8-10am.
Wear long pants, hats, gloves. Tools and bags will be provided.
Let’s make this meeting place for our Veterans look great for Memorial Day weekend!

Community Services Committee Meeting
2025-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
Community Services Committee Members
Joyce Fletcher, Chair Karen Di Biase Kate Kennedy
Julian Tu
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WOODLAND HILLS WARNER CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
Community Services Committee Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 19, 2025
6 pm to 7:45pm

Located at the
Community Room, Capital One Café
inside Westfield Topanga Mall – First Floor near Nordstrom 6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 1038, Los Angeles, CA 91303

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

II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 7, 2025
April 21, 2025 – Cancelled
May 5, 2025

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT – Two-minute 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 also be allowed a two (2) minute comment on each agenda item.

IV. AGENDA ITEMS
For discussion and possible action:

Review of the Asian Fair and discussion related to Community Service commitments for

future NC outreach events.

Discussion to write a CIS relative to City Council File No. 22-0560

Municipal Lobbying Ordinance
In May 2022, the Ethics Commission recommended comprehensive updates to the
Municipal Lobbying Ordinance (MLO). See Council File No. 22-0560. The Ad Hoc Committee
on Government Reform held hearings on the Ethics Commission’s policy proposal in February
and March of 2023. But no further action was taken and the council file expired on March 17,
2025.
On April 23, 2025, the members of the Ethics Commission voted to retransmit the
previous 2022 recommendations.
The City Council is required to hold a public hearing on policy proposals that are
transmitted by the Ethics Commission within 180 days. If a hearing is not held within that time
period, the City Clerk is required to schedule the policy proposal at the next regular City Council
meeting. Los Angeles City Charter § 703(c).
Go to the link below to see full report.
https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=22-0560

Discussion about ways to support diversity, seniors, veterans and LGBTQ neighbors in our community.

Plan a project or NPG to support Woodland Hills’ American Legion Post 826 and its
75th Anniversary.

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

How to form a WHWCNC non-profit.

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

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 the 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.

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF GOVERNANCE MEETING
2025-05-20 18:30 - 20:00 | ZOOM, NONE, NONE, CA, NONE, United States
WH-WC NC
Governance Committee
Meeting

200 N. Spring Street
Los Ángeles, CA 9001

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

Regular Meeting
By Zoom

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
6:30 PM

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR MAY 20, 2025 GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE MEETING SET TO BE HELD AT 6:30 P.M. BY ZOOM.

May 20, 2025

CANCELLATION: Arts & Culture Committee May 2025 Meeting
2025-05-22 08:00 - 17:00
The Arts & Culture committee meeting for May 22nd, 2025, has been canceled. Please join us at our next meeting on June 19th at 6:30 pm via Zoom.

Outreach Committee Meeting 5/26/25
2025-05-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Community Room, Capital One Cafe, 6600 CA-27 Suite 1038 Suite 103, Canoga Park, CA, 91303, United States
The agenda will be posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the meeting

South Valley Town Hall 5/31/2025
2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00
Board of Neighborhood Commissioners Vice President, Len Shaffer, would like to invite your NC Board to attend and participate in the South Valley Town Hall on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The town hall will occur in person at the Encino Community Center (4935 Balboa Blvd., Encino, CA 91316).

Members of the Woodland Hills – Warner Center Neighborhood Councill are planning to be in attendance.

The agenda can be downloaded HERE
