Hotel Worker Strike Reaches Beverly Hills
On July 24, more than 1,000 cooks, room attendants, dishwashers, servers, bellmen, and front desk agents at The Beverly Hilton, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills and Fairmont Century Plaza went on strike.
Annual Picklefest Takes Place Aug. 6 at Farmers’ Market
The annual Picklefest will take place on Aug. 6 at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market.
Restoration Approved for Historic Office Building
Plans are underway to restore and expand a historic office building designed by master architect John Lautner, following recent approvals from the Planning Commission.
Council Study Session Considers Holiday Decor
The July 18 Beverly Hills City Council study session focused on a broad range of topics, including decor for the 2023 Rodeo Drive holiday program, background checks for incoming city commissioners and the possible merging of the Design Review and Architectural commissions.
A Bustling Bastille Day Celebration in Beverly Hills
To commemorate Bastille Day, the National Day of France, the city held an event at Beverly Canon Gardens on July 16 that celebrated French food, music, dance, and magic. The city’s first -ever Bastille Day (which is actually on July 14) event was sponsored with
Council Seeks to Expand Mixed-Use Ordinance to Boost Development in Beverly Hills
Two and a half years since adopting a mixed-use ordinance, the Beverly Hills City Council is considering expanding it to encourage more residential development in commercial areas.
City Begins Installing Emergency Warning Siren System
A construction crew contracted by the city has begun installation on a first-of-its-kind outdoor warning siren system.
School Board Extends Moss Adams Contract
The Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) school board has approved a three-year contract extension with the accounting firm Moss Adams, LLP, which was hired by the district to conduct performance audits for Measure E and Measure BH funds.
Summer Cultural Events in Full Swing in Beverly Hills
The city’s vibrant arts and cultural life is on display this summer and topped the agenda of the July 11 Arts and Culture Commission meeting.
Eskandari Chosen for Community Development Position
Arlen Eskandari has been selected as the next City Building Official (CBO) and Assistant Director of Community Development for the City of Beverly Hills. Eskandari currently serves as the city’s Deputy Building Official, managing plan review and building inspection services.