BOARD MEETING
Monday, April 11, 2022, 6:30 PM
Webinar ID: 828 3698 1526
VIRTUAL MEETING TELECONFERENCING NUMBER FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
In conformity with the September 16, 2021 enactment of California assembly bill361 (Rivas) and due to concerns over COVID-19, the Hollywood United Neighborhood Council meeting will be conducted entirely with a call-in option or internet-based service option. Every person wishing to address the Neighborhood Council must dial 1 (669) 900-6833, and enter the Webinar ID above and then press # # to join the meeting. Instructions on how to sign up for public comment will be given to listeners at the start of the meeting
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON AGENDA ITEMS
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 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 and 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 you wish to attend by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by email: NCSupport@lacity.org or phone: (213) 978-1551.
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 Agenda is posted for public review at Counterpoint Records and Books 5911 Franklin Ave Hollywood Super Mart 6213 Franklin Ave, on our website at www.MyHUNC.org, and with EmpowerLA or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please contact Brandi D'Amore at email: secretary@myhunc.org.
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 is within the Board’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the Public Comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker, for a maximum of 20 minutes total for Public comment, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Board. 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 the scheduled meeting (or location noted in the Agenda item) or by making arrangements with our office (contact information above). 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 you wish to attend by contacting the Neighborhood Council Support Help Line (213) 978-1551 or email info@myhunc.org. Note: Agenda items may be taken out of order or merged as deemed appropriate by the Board. Action may be taken on all items. To subscribe directly to our Agendas go to https://www.lacity.org/government/subscribe-agendasnotifications/neighborhood-councils and make your choice.
AB361 Updates: Public comment cannot be required to be submitted in advance of the meeting, only real-time public comment is required. If there are any broadcasting interruptions that prevent the public from observing or hearing the meeting, the meeting must be recessed or adjourned. If members of the public are unable to provide public comment or be heard due to issues within the Nieghborhood Council's control, the meeting must be recessed or adjourned.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON AGENDA ITEMS
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 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 and 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 you wish to attend by contacting the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment by email: NCSupport@lacity.org or phone: (213) 978-1551.
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 Agenda is posted for public review at Counterpoint Records and Books 5911 Franklin Ave Hollywood Super Mart 6213 Franklin Ave, on our website at www.MyHUNC.org, and with EmpowerLA or at the scheduled meeting. In addition, if you would like a copy of any record related to an item on the agenda, please contact Brandi D'Amore at email: secretary@myhunc.org.
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 is within the Board’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the Public Comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker, for a maximum of 20 minutes total for Public comment, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Board. 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 the scheduled meeting (or location noted in the Agenda item) or by making arrangements with our office (contact information above). 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 you wish to attend by contacting the Neighborhood Council Support Help Line (213) 978-1551 or email info@myhunc.org. Note: Agenda items may be taken out of order or merged as deemed appropriate by the Board. Action may be taken on all items. To subscribe directly to our Agendas go to https://www.lacity.org/government/subscribe-agendasnotifications/neighborhood-councils and make your choice.
AB361 Updates: Public comment cannot be required to be submitted in advance of the meeting, only real-time public comment is required. If there are any broadcasting interruptions that prevent the public from observing or hearing the meeting, the meeting must be recessed or adjourned. If members of the public are unable to provide public comment or be heard due to issues within the Nieghborhood Council's control, the meeting must be recessed or adjourned.
Welcome
- Roll Call
- Approval of Minutes
- Public Comment on items not on the Agenda (2 minutes each)
- Comments from DONE, City, County, State,or Federal representatives in attendance (4 minutes each)
- Community Updates
- HUNC Committee & Liaison announcements on items not on the Agenda
- Executive Committee
- Report by the President
- Discuss Committee Vacancies and assign volunteer Board Member(s) to fill upcoming vacancies on Transportation and Works, Renters and Housing, and possibly other committees. Motion to adopt changes to all committees.
- Discussion of changes to Standing Rules, motion to adopt new Standing Rules.
- Treasurer’s Report – summary of NPGs funded in this FY
- Motion for approval of $105 for Facebook boost on behalf of promoting RYLAN (Ready Your Los Angeles Neighborhood) event to stakeholders
- Motion to approve letter to Department of Neighborhood Empowerment regarding virtual meeting software expenses:
Raquel Beltran, General Manager
Department of Neighborhood Empowerment
Los Angeles City Hall 20th Floor
200 North Spring Street, Suite 2005 Los Angeles, California 90012
Raquel Beltran,
As the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment considers whether or when Neighborhood Councils will resume in-person meetings, institute hybrid meetings or be allowed to remain fully virtual, DONE has raised the issue of financial responsibility for virtual conferencing software (ie Zoom). Hollywood United Neighborhood Council asks you consider the following in any solution to this challenge.
1. Our desire to purchase Zoom is contingent upon guidance from DONE regarding continuing virtual meetings, allowing hybrid meetings or fully transitioning to in-person meetings, especially as Zoom licensing is billed annually.
2. Any financial responsibility should be transferred in the next fiscal year with adequate notice to adjust budgets and purchase licenses, so as not to interrupt council operations.
3. Boards need as much discretion over the use of zoom licenses as possible, including ensuring multiple members have access to initiate meetings.
4. It may be advantageous for DONE to purchase enterprise licenses, distributing them to neighborhood councils and bill councils for licenses used. If DONE requires virtual or hybrid meetings, funding should be provided to meet these and associated hardware expenses.
5. DONE needs to delineate what technical support will be available for neighborhood councils, including hands on support during meeting times.
6. DONE needs to provide technical assistance in ensuring meetings are accessible to people with disabilities.
7. DONE needs to clarify whether Zoom is the only virtual conferencing software available or if Neighborhood Councils can select other software solutions.
Thank you for your attention to this input from Hollywood United Neighborhood Council. Sincerely, - Discussion and motion to approve updated Administrative Packet for remainder of fiscal year
- Discussion and motion to reserve $200 from this FY budget for purchase of one ZOOM license, in the event this is required by DONE
- Secretary’s Report
- Update on training required by Board Members
- Request for Board Members to describe their outreach for the open seats on Board
- Update on Department of Neighborhood Empowerment/Board of Neighborhood Commissioners decision that neighborhood councils to utilize City of Los Angeles information Technology Department’s Social Media Policy https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12YF4sRe5i5cmMmheUwviOvAs7o8XLD0J
- Report by the President
- PLUM Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Discussion and possible motion regarding the Los Angeles City Tourism Master Plan. Https://tourism.lacity.org/sites/g/files/wph1946/files/2021-08/Tourism_Master_Plan.pdf
- Outreach Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair or Vice Chair – past and future events
- Discussion and motion to approve up to $2500 for the Hollywood Dell Civic Association Block Party open to the public.
- Discussion and possible motion to approve up to $500 for adding 20 years anniversary verbage and design to the Hollywood United NC logo
- Discussion and possible motion to approve up to $500 for design featuring graphic design/art of the local mountain lion P-22 for use on future promotional items
- Discuss and possible motion to approve up to $850 for up to 30, cotton, short sleeve, blue with white art, T SHIRTS with art and logo design on front and back.
- Presentation and discussion of stakeholder Crime Awareness, Attitudes and Experience Survey to be approved by Full Board, to be distributed by either Survey Monkey, Google survey service, and/or any viable vendor.
- Discuss and possible motion to approve attendance and tabling at a future Thai Community Development Corporation East Hollywood Certified Farmer’s Market event at Hollywood and Western Metro station. https:/www.ehfarmersmkt.com/
- Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair – Past and Future Events, Neighborhood Team Program
- Discussion and possible motion to write Council District 13 and other appropriate City Agencies on adding bright, tamper proof lighting on Bronson Overpass
- Update and discussion of 41.18 progress and enforcement timelines from CD13 representatives, Hector Vega and Shannan Calland
- Discussion and possible motion to design, print color copy, and laminate 18 in x 24 in. HIDE IT, LOCK IT, KEEP IT signs approved by LAPD to include HUNC logo, to be distributed to RAP, HOAs, etc for placement within our boundaries for up to $350.00.
- Homelessness and Social Services Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Discuss and motion to approve Neighborhood Purposes Grant of up to $750 for 150 quantity, $5 value laundry voucher by A Million Drops.
- Transportation & Works Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Non Profit, Education & Arts Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Renters and Housing Issues Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Board Member announcements of items not on the Agenda
- Old/Ongoing Business
- New/Future Business
Adjournment
A simple majority vote by the Board members present, not including abstentions, at a meeting at which there is a quorum, shall be required to take official action, unless specified otherwise in the Bylaws (https://hollywoodunitednc.org/bylaws-rules/).
Reconsideration: The Board may reconsider and amend its action on items listed on the agenda if that reconsideration takes place before the end of the meeting at which it was considered or at the next regular meeting. The Board, on either of these two days, shall: (1) Make a Motion for Reconsideration and, if approved, (2) hear the matter and take an action. If the motion to reconsider an action is to be scheduled at the next meeting following the original action, then two items shall be placed on the agenda for that meeting: (1) A Motion for Reconsideration on the described matter and (2) a [Proposed] action should the motion to reconsider be approved. A Motion for Reconsideration can only be made by a Board member who has previously voted on the prevailing side of the original action taken. If a Motion for Reconsideration is not made on the date the action was taken, then a Board member on the prevailing side of the action must submit a memorandum to the Recording Secretary identifying the matter to be reconsidered and a brief description of the reason(s) for requesting reconsideration at the next regular meeting. The aforesaid shall all be in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.