Meet Andy Licht, Candidate For Beverly Hills City Council

BEVERLY HILLS, CA — Andy Licht is vying for one of three open seats on the Beverly Hills City Council.

Come June 7, voters will decide between 11 candidates including three incumbents: Bob Wunderlich, Lester Friedman and John Mirisch.

Candidates have faced off at multiple forums since their campaigns officially kicked off.

Learn more about Licht's goals for Beverly Hills:

Town of Residence

Beverly Hills

Position sought

Beverly Hills City Council

Party Affiliation

Democratic

Family

Lucy 28 executive, University of Michigan graduate, Beverly Hills Schools Graduate

Danny 26 MFA student at New York Studio School, University of Chicago graduate, Beverly Hills Schools Graduate

Joey 21 NYU senior, Beverly Hills Schools Graduate

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

I earned a BA in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, graduating with honors. I went on to earn an MFA at USC's Peter Stark Program, graduating Cum Laude.

Occupation

Film and Television Producer/Chair of the BH Planning Commission

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

I have served on the Beverly Hills Planning Commission since 2016 and was reappointed chair in 2021. Previously, I served two terms on the City's Traffic and Parking Commission, also serving as the Chair of that Commission. In total, I have spent more than 12 years on an array of City Commissions, working to improve Beverly Hills.

Campaign Website

andylichtforbeverlyhills.com

Why are you seeking elective office?

The single most pressing issue facing our City is Public safety and ensuring our city is safe for residents and visitors. I am endorsed by the BH Police Officers Association because I am 100% committed to working to address this, including adding additional officers to our police department and increasing resources for training and technology to keep our citizens safe.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I am a lifelong resident of Beverly Hills and have dedicated much of the last twenty years serving the people of Beverly Hills. I am the only candidate that has been endorsed by a wide-ranging group of organizations – representing business, public safety and community concerns.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community?

The incumbents lack the experience I will bring in terms of problem solving and Planning – which will be critical as we deal with another issue facing our community, - affordable housing.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform.

Sustainable and environmentally conscious growth. Encouraging new projects that represent the unique character of Beverly Hills and that we can all be proud of.

Support for our businesses which are still trying to recover post covid and creating a business climate to encourage new businesses to open and our existing businesses to expand

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

My experience as a very successful producer combined with my time on the Beverly Hills Planning and City's Traffic and Parking Commissions provides me the knowledge and experience necessary to help govern the city successfully. I have the unique mix of private sector experience AND government experience which I think will allow me to be a very successful member of City Council.

The best advice ever shared with me was:

Michael Bloomberg told me “if you are the smartest person in the room, you are in the wrong room.” “Surround yourself with the right people” One cannot underestimate the importance of having the right team surrounding them. I always strive to have the best people advising me and near me.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I love Beverly Hills and I am committed to protecting the quality of life and ensuring a brighter future for America's most famous city.

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