The Beverly Hills Recreation and Parks Commission reviewed a busy summer of programming and looked ahead to several new projects during its Aug. 25 meeting. Agenda items included the new playground at La Cienega Park, updated park rules, pickleball programming, donation programs and preparations for the upcoming fall season.
The commission heard an update from Beverly Hills Unified School District Board President Judith Manouchehri about improvements in academic performance. It also welcomed Jamie Bumia as the city’s new director of community services. Bumia, who in her second week in the position, previously served as director of community services for the city of Walnut and has 21 years of municipal experience. Her background includes parks and recreation, emergency preparedness, public information, capital improvement projects, after-school programs and summer camps.
