“As she took office, the no-nonsense pol announced she was requesting that the DA prosecute misdemeanors, and warned, “If you’re even thinking about committing a crime in Beverly Hills, you’d better think twice.” 

Sharona Nazarian, PsyD, was sworn in as Mayor of Beverly Hills on April 1 at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. She is the first Iranian American woman to hold the office.

“I’m really excited to serve our beautiful community. I feel energized. As always, council priority has been the safety and security of our residents, of our businesses and of our overall visitors – to ensure that we have a safe community”

“Gatherings like this are essential, and serve as a call to action for us all – the values of unity, justice and the conviction that hate has no home in any of our cities or any of our communities.”

Beverly Hills Vice Mayor Sharona Nazarian took it upon herself to meet with the Vice Mayor of Cannes and discuss how the two cities can revive their longstanding sister city relationship.

“This meeting was particularly significant because after more than 45 years of the Iranian Jewish community’s presence in Los Angeles, it marked one of the first opportunities for them to sit down with elected representatives and directly voice the issues that matter to them most.”

“As fires continue to devastate our region, my heart goes out to the families and individuals affected. Losing homes, cherished possessions, and, most tragically, lives, is a hardship that touches us all. We are all in this together.”

“I may be the first Iranian American woman in this position, but I certainly won’t be the last. The world is ready to celebrate new firsts for all, so l encourage you to get involved and let your voice be heard!”

“Since the passing of Mahsa and the first woman-led revolution, there’s been great strides that have been made, and there’s still a long way to go,” Councilwoman Sharona Nazarian said during the Sept. 12 City Council meeting.

The Beverly Hills Women’s Club (BHWC) will honor Councilmember Sharona Nazarian at a luncheon on March 19th. Nazarian is the first Iranian American woman elected to the Beverly Hills City Council and will begin a term as vice mayor in April. She will speak about her work with the “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement.

“I plan to revitalize our small business community by addressing the challenges it now faces as a result of COVID, which permeate through pockets within our city and are reflected in the numerous empty storefronts throughout Beverly Hills.”

My goal is to ensure a safe and vibrant Beverly Hills that will be even more attractive for future generations to come. My current and past work and life experiences have prepared me to be an effective City Council member.

“In order for Beverly Hills to continue to be an iconic brand, we need to be forward thinking and leaders in various industries, including adopting sustainable methodologies.”

“Public Works Commissioner Sharona Nazarian, has announced her candidacy for the Beverly Hills City Council in the June 7, 2022 election.”

“Beverly Hills Public Works Commissioner Sharona Nazarian is hoping to bring new energy and ideas to the City Council next summer – but as a council member, not as a representative of the commission. “

“The Rotary Club of Beverly Hills on Nov. 22 delivered Thanksgiving meals to the Beverly Hills Fire Department and the Beverly Hills Unified School District to benefit area families living under the poverty line or experiencing tough times due to the pandemic.”