BOARD MEETING
Monday, August 9, 2021, 6:30 PM
Webinar ID: 828 3698 1526
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82836981526
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
- Approval of July ’21 Full Board Minutes
- Approval of July ’21 Special Board Minutes
- Public Comment on items not on the Agenda (2 minutes each)
- Comments from any City, County, State or Federal representatives in attendance (5 minutes each)
- Community Updates
- Report by the Youth Representative
- HUNC Committee & Liaison announcements on items not on the Agenda
- Executive Committee
- Report by the President
- Report by Secretary
- Approval of Committee Chairs, Vice Chairs, Co-Chairs and Authorized Designees
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Theresa Gio as Vice Chair of Outreach Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Tom Meredith as Co-Chair of Social Services and Homelessness Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Michael Connolly as Chair of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Brandi D’Amore as Vice Chair of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Bianca Cockrell as Chair of Renters and Housing Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Brandi D’Amore as Vice Chair of Renters and Housing Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Theresa Gio as Vice Chair of Non-Profit, Education and Arts Committee
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Robert Morrison to be one of 5 board members to receive authorization to submit Community Impact Statements (CISs) into the CIS system
- PLUM Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Discussion and possible motion to deny the application of 1857 Taft Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028. Project: Change of use of an existing 2-story, 2,683 sq. ft. duplex to a single-family dwelling. Action(s) Requested: Specific Plan Project Permit Compliance for a change of use from duplex to single-family dwelling ENV-2021-5395-CE (https://planning.lacity.org/pdiscaseinfo/search/encoded/MjQ4NDcw0) DIR-2021-5394-SPP (https://planning.lacity.org/pdiscaseinfo/search/encoded/MjQ4NDcx0)
- Discussion and possible motion to recommend up to $1500 for NPG to The Oaks and Bronson Canyon Improvement Fund for landscaping of new traffic circle at Bronson/Canyon junction
- Outreach Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Discussion and motion to approve up to $2000 for various promotional items featuring HUNC logo to be distributed at public events
- Presentation of Social Media Calendar concept by Theresa Gio
- Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Homelessness and Social Services Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Transportation & Works Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Discussion and motion in the affirmative for CIS for CF 21-0064 Foodware Accessories Upon Request / Disposable Foodware Accessories / Small Business Commission / Food Service Providers / Zero-Use Trash https://cityclerk.lacity.org/lacityclerkconnect/index.cfm?fa=ccfi.viewrecord&cfnumber=21-0064
- Non Profit, Education & Arts Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Discussion and motion to approve up to $1500 for PALS program for Hollywood LAPD Division
- Renters and Housing Issues Committee
- Report by the Committee Chair
- Finance
- Report by the Treasurer
- Discussion and possible motion to approve amended Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Administrative Packet, inclusive of $8,421.86 in rollover funds from Fiscal Year 2020-2021 with increased budget for General Operating Expenses
- Discussion and possible motion to approve up to $1800 in expenses to purchase a laptop, Adobe and Microsoft Office software, additional hardware (hard drives, connectors, etc.) for both HUNC laptops
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Robert Morrison (HUNC Treasurer) as primary credit card holder and signer for HUNC
- Discussion and possible motion to approve Sheila Irani (HUNC President) as alternative credit card holder and signer for HUNC
- Discussion and vote to approve pending Monthly Expense Report (MER) for July ’21
- 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.