Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Beverly Hills public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in water utilities with high priority
Power Outages
Residents reported repeated outages, some lasting three days, leaving families without refrigeration, alarms, or working medical equipment. Staff explained the Doheny substation damage and Edison's 16 kV upgrade expected by early May.
Water supply secured through 2050
The state-mandated water plan confirms Beverly Hills can meet demand through 2050, with groundwater growing toward 25%+ of supply through new wells and treatment plant expansion — part of the city's push for local self-reliance and fire-season resilience.