APPLICATION FOR DETERMINATION OF "PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY" ALCOHOL SALES

Pursuant to Section 23958 and 23858.4 California Business and Professions Code

TO BE SUBMITTED TO CITY CLERK'S OFFICE ROOM 395, CITY HALL , COUNCIL FILE NO. a& --- oo o [( TIME LIMIT FILE: ______

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

As part of the application, the applicant must submit the names and addresses of property owners of all property adjacent (including across the street/alley) to the subject property on gummed labels. Applicant must also submit the following information: 1) notarized signature, 2) a site plan prepared by a map maker (see Planning Department for map maker's list), 3) one 4 by 6-inch picture of the property from each side of the site, and 4) a copy of all previous building permits for the site (Room 101, 201 North Figueroa Street). When you meet with ABC to get the crime and license concentration information for your site, you must bring back the ABC information (on the ABC form) to the City Clerk.

Project Name: Valley Produce

Address: 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335

Type of Business: Full service food market

Applicant: 18345 Vanowen, LLC c/o Ephram Nehme 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335 Tel: [818] 609-1995 Fax: [818] 609-8970

Property Owner: Same as above

Representative: Lee Ambers California Property Consultants P. 0. Box 7570 Van Nuys, CA 91409-7570 Tel: [818] 996-0204 Fax: [818] 996-0005

A. PROJECT DETAILS

THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE TO BE ANSWERED BY ALL APPLICANTS:

-1- 1. Has the City previously approved a conditional use permit for alcoholic beverage sales at this site?

No. This site has never been the subject of any effort to obtain an alcoholic beverage licence

2. Have you recently filed for a new conditional use permit? If "Yes", provide the City case number(s). '( lA 2 00 7 5 5 51 .. A request for a conditional has just been submitted to the Department of City Planning together with a copy of this request for a Determination of Public Convenience and Necessity. The assigned Case No.:

3. Has a previous ABC license been issued? If "Yes", when and what type of license?

No. The ABC has never been involved with this site.

4. Type of Alcohol Sales Requested (on- or off-site, beer and wine, full alcohol, etc.):

The Property owner/Applicant is requesting a Type 21 ABC Licence which allows for the sale of a full line of alcoholic beverages fo consumption off the premises [off-site]

5. Size of Business:

This is a full service market consisting of approximately 25,000 square feet. The items made available to the public includes produce, meets, dairy, canned foods, sundry items, a host of varying ethnic products, etc.

6. % of floor space devoted to alcoholic beverages:

Approximately 250 square feet of display area and 100 square feet of storage within a designated area not open to the public.

7. Hours of Operation:

a. What are the proposed hours of operation and which days of the week will the establishment be open?

This market currently maintains the hours of operation in which it is open to the public, between 9:00 am through 7:00 pm daily. This is a seven day-a-week schedule The granting of this conditional use will not alter the hours or days of operation.

b. What are the proposed hours of alcohol sales?

Same

8. Parking:

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a. Is parking available on the site? If so, how many spaces?

Yes, there are 175 on-site parking spaces. The January 17, 1952 Certificate of Occupancy is silent as to the number of required and/or provided parking spaces; however, the site plan indicates there are 158 required parking spaces with 175 provided. There has been no permits issued since the 1952 C of 0 which would cause an adjustment to the required parking.

b. If spaces are not available on the site, have arrangements been made for off-site parking by lease or covenant?

N/A

c. Where?

N/A

d. How many off-site spaces?

N/A

9. Has the owner or lessee of the subject property been suspended from the sale of alcoholic beverages on the subject property or fined by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Department (ABC) in the last 365 days and if so, for what reasons? Provide ABC case number and a copy of final ABC action.

No. This Applicant does not have an ABC licence within Los Angeles County.

10. Will video game machines or pool or billiard table be available for use on the subject property and if so, how many?

Yes. This establishment currently enjoys a total of four game machines. There is no intent to alter this number of video game machines.

11. Will you have signs visible on the outside which advertise the availability of alcohol?

No. The primary function of ths market is the sale of meat, fish, produce, dairy, packaged foods, can goods etc. The inclusion of alcoholic beverages is secondary to the main thrust and alcohol related signage is not requested.

12. How many employees will you have on the site at any given time?

There are 60 employees during the hours that this market is open.

13. Will all employees who sell alcohol attend the local State ABC training class on how to properly sell alcohol?

Yes.

-3- 14. What security measures will be taken including:

a. Posting of rules and regulations on the premises to prevent such problems as gambling, loitering, theft, vandalism and truancy.

ABC rules and regulations will be posted within the market. In addition, a copy of the Zoning Administrators grant will be maintained on the premises and available for review with the asking.

b. Will security guards be provided and if so, when and how many?

Yes. There is a full time guard stationed within the south parking lot and will ensure there will be no consumption of alcoholic beverages on-site.

15. Will there be minimum age requirements for patrons? If so, how will this be enforced?

No. This is a full service market that caters to families. As such, customers often bring their children with them to shop for groceries. The Applicant will not preclude any person from entering this market, but will maintain compliance with the legal age requirement when selling alcoholic beverages.

16. Are there any other alcoholic beverage outlets within a 600-foot radius of the site? Provide names and addresses of such business and type of business.

1. 360 health Club 2. Ralphs Market 18420 Hart Street 18318 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335 Reseda, CA 91335 B&W- on-sale only Full Line - off-sale only Fitness Center Market

3. L & M Liquor 4. Las Fuentes 18400 Vanowen Street 18415 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335 Reseda, CA 91335 Full Line - off-sale only B&W- on-sale Liquor Store/Convenience Mexican Restaurant Market

&:. ~ v. 7/11 Market v. Sonia's Maricosa & Mexican Food 6760 Reseda Boulevard 67 40-D Reseda Boulevard Reseda, CA 91335 Reseda, CA 91335 B&W- off-sale only B&W- on-sale only Convenience Market Mexican Restaurant

7. Sam's Beer & Wine 8. Ramen Nippon Mexican Food Market 6900-D Reseda Boulevard 6800-F Reseda Boulevard Reseda, CA 91335 Reseda, CA 91335 B&W- on-sale only B&W- on-sale only Japanese Restaurant Mexican Market

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17. Are there any schools (public or private and including nursery schools) churches or parks within 1,000 feet or your proposed business? Where?

Name Address

Church 6701 Darby Avenue, Reseda, CA 91335

18. Will the exterior of the site be fenced and locked when not in use?

No. The adjacent alley is shared with the neighboring apartment complex. The rear parking lot portion of the sites enclosed with a solid wall; however, the front parking area is not a secured area. The building is well secured during closing hours.

19. Will the exterior of the site be illuminated with security lighting bright enough to see patrons from the street?

B. THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE TO BE ANSWERED WHERE ONLY THE OFF-SITE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IS SOUGHT:

1. Will the gross sale of alcohol exceed the gross sale of food items on a quarterly basis?

No. The sale of alcoholic beverage is expected to be a small portion of gross revenue derived from the total sales. Again, it is the purpose and desire of the Applicant to obtain a competitive equality with the four existing off-site outlets within this census tract and best serve the needs and desires of the customers.

2. Will cups, glasses or other similar containers be sold which might be used for the consumption of liquor on the premises?

Yes. As a part of the product line, the Applicant sells glassware, picnic and paper supplies, which includes cups and glasses. However, these are sole in packages as provided by the manufacturers. Packaging will not be broken and individual units are not for saie andior they are not available at this market.

3. Will beer and wine coolers be sold in single cans. or will wine be sold in containers less than 1 liter (750 ml)?

Beer or wine coolers will not be sold in single cans, but only as packaged by the respective manufactures. Wine will be sold in containers as provided by the respective bottlers. All alcoholic beverages will only displayed within a non-refrigerated area near the check-out kiosks and will be sold only at room temperature.

-5- 4. Will "fortified" wine (greater that 16o/o alcohol) be sold?

No. Only ceremonial, ethnic and standard wines will be offered.

C. THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE TO BE ANSWERED WHERE ONLY THE ON-SITE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IS SOUGHT:

1. What is the occupancy load as determined by the Fire Department (number of patrons)?

2. What is the proposed seating in all areas?

3. Is there to be entertainment such as a piano bar, juke box, dancing, live entertainment, movies, etc.? (Specify.)

4. If a cocktail lounge is maintained incidental to a restaurant, the required floor plans must show details of the cocktail lounge and the separation between the dining and lounge facilities.

5. Food Service

a. Will alcohol be sold without a food order?

b. Will there be a kitchen on the site as defined in the Los Angeles Municipal Code?

6. Will discount alcoholic drinks or a "Happy Hour" be offered at any time?

Provide a copy of the proposed menu if food is to be served.

D. PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY EVALUATION

The City of Los Angeles is very concerned if a new request to sell alcohol is subject to one of the conditions below. There is a strong likelihood that the City will deny your "public convenience or necessity" application if one of the above listed conditions apply to your site. It is strongly suggested that you contact your Council Office and discuss your project. If the Council Office does not oppose your project, you should then check with your local area police vice unit as well as the Planning Department Public Counter at (213) 482-7077 for the determination of whether the determination of the proposed site is within a Specific Plan area, and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) project staff at (213) 977-1682 or 977-1665, to determine if your site is in a CRA Project Area. If any of the five conditions listed below apply to your site, you should carefully consider whether you want to file for a Public Convenience or Necessity finding.

1. The proposed site is in an area with a long-term level of undue concentration of alcoholic beverage outlets.

No. The Alcoholic Beverage Control [ABC] has arbitrarily determined that Census Tract No. 1323.00 should have 5 on-sale and 4 off-sale licences. This is based on the volume of residents and does not consider visitors and the working population. In this case, there is a large adjacent industrial park as well as a nearby industrial community with an unknown number of workers; an athletic club/fitness center within 600 feet enjoying

-6- a huge membership and also a host of varying commercial uses adjacent and nearby. Accordingly, the daily population is far greater than indicated by the ABC and the number of allowed licences is not reflected by the area's daily population. As is determined by the ABC, four-off-sale licenses are permitted and issued. With factoring in the uncounted population, the four allowed licenced permitted within this geographical area constitutes an under-concentration of the type [21] ABC licences as is herein requested. The subject site has a large customer base and is in need of obtaining this type licence in order to avert the continuing monopoly by others and ensure there is no longer a compromise of the Applicant's ability to enjoy a competitive equality. The addition of this additional off-sale licence to this Census Tract, will not in fact cause an over concentration of licences when factoring in the total daily population. Furthermore, as previously stated, there are neighboring Census Tracts that have an under­ concentration of licences because these census tracks lack the zoning and/or land use to include markets and stores selling alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption.

2. The geographic area is the target of special law enforcement activity, i.e. police task force is working on reducing vice in the area, or eliminating juvenile crime (such as cruising or graffiti) or gang activity.

Over the years, the Applicant has consistently contributed money and food items to worthy causes, which include charities, schools, civic functions and anti-gang activities. Please see a sampling of thank you letters from benefitting recipients.

3. The proposed site is in close proximity to sensitive uses, including schools, parks, churches, youth activities, homeless shelters, mental health or alcohol or drug treatment centers.

No. There is a church approximately 600 feet south of the subject site. However, the City has granted permission for an identical type market to sell a full line of alcohol to another market directly across the street from this church and also the subject site. In addition, there is a liquor store enjoying a full line of alcohol and only provides minimal food products. This liquior store is only 400 feet from the church. Both of these establishments maintain hours of operation much longer than Valley Produce. There are no schools, parks, youth activities, homeless shelters, mental health, alcohol or drug treatment centers or any other sensitive uses in this immediate vicinity.

4. The geographic area has elevated levels of alcohol-related crimes, including but not limited to: public intoxication, driving under the influence, assault, vandalism, prostitution, drug violations, loitering.

This community is similar to many other San Fernando Valley neighborhoods, in that it is within a higher than average crime area. However, this is a full service market and will not sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises and no beverages will have been refrigerated at the time of sale. Additionally, beer ans wine chillers will only be sold in the packaging originating from the company. Packaging will not be broken and therefore single cans or bottles will not be available at this location. Inasmuch as all alcoholic beverages sold will be at room temperature, the likelihood of alcohol related crimes, including but not limited to: public intoxication, driving under the influence, assault, vandalism, prostitution, drug violations, loitering is remote, as the customer would want to chill the beverage prior to consumption.

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5. The proposed site is located in a Specific Plan or Community Redevelopment Agency Project area which specifically includes a policy to control future alcoholic beverage sales.

The Reseda-West Van Nuys Community Plan is an element of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles. This Community Plan designated the subject property as "Community Commercial", with corresponding zones of CR, C2, C4, RAS3, RAS4, P and PB. The Applicant has no interest in changing the zone or the approved occupancy of this site. Inasmuch as the subject property is currently fully developed with commercial uses, is zoned [Q] C2-1 L-CDO and [Q] P-1 L-CDO, and will continue unchanged; the property in question will remain consistent and harmonious with the General Plan of the City and more specifically the Reseda-West Van Nuys Community Plan. This site is not situated within an adopted specific plan area or Community Redevelopment Agency Project area.

E. If the project site is not subject to one of the above criteria, your project will be evaluated by the City Council with consideration given to the following possible beneftis and detriments to the community:

1. Possible Benefits

Would the business:

a. Employ local residents (how many) The Applicant employs a high percentage from within the community. This market is located within a highly populated area and it is a a source of a quality employment base.

b. Generate taxes (provide estimate) It is anticipated the annual gross sales of alcohol will reach $150,000. This will generate additional tax revenue to the City, State and Federal jurisdictions.

c. Provide unique goods and services (which ones) This market serves a variety of ethnic groups which include Hispanic, Asian, Jewish, Muslin and Anglo. The inventory of foods provided includes a wide range of ethnic foods and products that are necessary to preserving these cultures. There is no other market in this region that is so community conscious.

d. Result in an aesthetic upgrade to the neighborhood (in what exact way) There will be no exterior modifications to this property. There will be minor alteration to the interior to accommodate the proposed display area.

e. Contribute to the long term economic development (how) Valley Produce has been a long standing establishment within this community and provides desired items that are not available elsewhere in this neighborhood. As such, Valley Produce is a magnet that attracts customers from a large area. This is and has been an economic phenomenon that is long standing.

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f. Provide a beneficial cultural/entertainment outlet (specify) This Market provide a host of food items and products that serve their multi­ ethnic customers. This is culturally beneficial, inasmuch as there are no other establishment in this region, providing the variety of ethnic items. The alcoholic beverages to be offered will in part also continue this policy.

2. Possible Detrimental Impacts

Is the immediate area in which the license is sought subject to: (Check with your local Police Department area "Senior Lead Officer")

a. Excessive calls to the Police Department

This type of market caters to families and does no attract an element that taxes the local police authorities. There has been no police assistance required and with the type of customers that frequent Valley Produce, the likelihood of police intervention is remote when alcohol is introduced.

b. Police resources being already strained

The local police station is slightly over one-half mile west of the subject site. The inclusion of alcoholic beverages into the product line of Valley Produce, will not place added strain onto the existing police force.

c. High rates of alcoholism, homeless ness, etc.

The community of Reseda has a large population, some of which are alcohol dependent. However, Valley Produce caters to families and has not attracted homeless people more so than other markets and does not anticipate inclusion of alcoholic beverages into the product line of Valley Produce, will alter this fact. With on-site employees during business hours and security gates encompassing all openings to the building during the hours of closing, the people with this unfortunate element of our population.

d. Large "youth" (under 21) population

Valley Produce is located within a populated area with large apartment complexes ans many single family homes. These types of residential developments are designed to include families, many of which have children under 21 years of age. With the variety of products and the fair pricing, is the primary reason that Valley Produce has such a large following. The inclusion of alcoholic beverages into the product line of Valley Produce, will not increase its customer base, but will provide another item that will provide a convenience to the community.

3. With regard to the operation of the proposed business. explain:

a. The method of business operation: (large volume of alcohol to food sales,

-9- "late" hours (after midnight), high o/o unskilled (no ABC training class) staff, high % of underage (under 21) staff, etc.)

This is a family oriented market that has existed for a number of years and has served the region without causing problems. The primary thrust of Valley Produce is to provide a variety of quality food items and ethnic products that serve the residential, business and visiting population that are common to this immediate area. The inclusion of alcoholic beverages into the product line of Valley Produce, is a convenience to the large variety of the different ethnic groups that depend on this market. As such the volume of alcohol sold will be a small percentage of the overall sales. With limited hours of operation, the inclusion of alcoholic beverages into the product line of Valley Produce, will not attract an undesirable element to this property. Valley Produce will comply with all conditions imposed within the conditional use grant, the laws of the City and State and good business practices. Valley Produce does not want to argue with success and create community problems that will compromise all that has been accomplished.

b. Would the business duplicate a nearby business already in existence?

On the contrary, there is no other market in the region that provides the assortment of food items that serves such a variety of ethnic groups. This is even the case with the market across the street that is a part of one of the largest food chains in the City.

c. Other non-alcohol sales business options available so alcohol does not have to be sold, e.g., more specialty products, broader range of items like fresh meats or fruits and vegetables, etc.

Again, Valley Produce is a full service market that has historically offered all the food needs desired by its large customer base. The product line includes both ethnic and non-ethnic items which includes but is not limited to produce, fruits, meat, dairy, cheeses, canned goods, deserts, non-alcoholic beverages. The items offered are directed to many different ethnic groups and are not otherwise locally available.

The City Council will evaluate these factors and make a decision on the overall merits of your request. Therefore, you should answer below as to why you believe any of these above listed beneficial or detrimental conditions apply to your project and provide any documented proof to support your belief.**

Valley Produce has been a long standing part ofthe San Fernando Valley and has continuously provide a wide variety of food items and products to its many regular customers without creating any difficulties. This is the only establishment that brings the many different ethnic groups together under one roof, that are often at odds, and harmony prevails. This is not the type of business that causes people to hang around and look for ways to cause trouble. All customers, with and without children present, are at Valley Produce to obtain their groceries and return home to prepare a meal for their family and/or lunches for their taking to work or school.

**You may add additional pages to your response if needed. Please utilize numbering system of this form to assist in the review of your responses.

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F. APPLICANT'S AFFIDAVIT

Under of perjury the following declarations are made:

a. The undersigned is the owner or lessee, if entire site is leased, or authorized agent of the owner with power of attorney or officers of a true corporation (submit proof).

b. The information presented is true and cor~ec~ i

11-d:I-Of Date Signature of property owner if tenant or lessee is filing application

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State of California

County of Los Angeles

On..__ .. -71a;, dl; ~cJOZ Date f Notary P lie

Personally appeared ~~ T ~/e-/~ Name(s) of Signer(s)

personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person( s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledge to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and seal.

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The Planning Department has a list of private map makers who will prepare the names and addresses for you. 1 This list is available at the public counter, 201 North Figueroa Street, 4 h floor, or 6262 Van Nuys Boulevard, Van Nuys. Alternatively, you may obtain a list of such adjoining )owners from the City Clerk's Office (Room 730, 201 North Figueroa Street) or from a title company and prepare the labels yourself.

PC-7612 (12/07/05)

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19. II 8!drs pn Sire & !Is: For infonnation and/or inspection requests originating within LA County, 10. APPLICATIQ:-.1 PROCF.SS!NG INFOR.'\.IATION Call toll-free (888) LA4BUILD (524-2845> BLDG. PC~~y:Jos endoza DAS P Outside LA Cowtty, call (213) 482-0000 or visit www.ladbs.org OK for Cashier: en i7ah..r:J Co : - For Cashier's Use Only W/0 #: 64801903 Signature: -v _ ~ Date: ~/{(/?'~~ --JI-.,-R~Q~JE~c~r~v;Ab;U~A~T~ao~~~&~F~t:~E~IN~r~oR~l't=IA~T~.Q~~~f~.ln~•~•~Fc~cP~m~·o~d====~~~~~~~,~~·~~~ LAV~~~~r~9ei~2~~! 8 ol}1~~g7a32~~~~Mt~ Permit Valuation: $13,800 PC Valuation: BU!LJiNG ?ERMIT COMM $509.00 FINAL TOTAL Sign 606.21 8UILDI~G PLAN CHECK $17a00 Pcnnit Fcc Subtotal Sign 483.00 ET C:Ol'iMERC:IAL Plan $2.90 Check Subtotal Sism 0.00 ONE STOP SURC:H $10 Fire Hydrant Refuse· To-Pav ... 58 SYSTEMS DE'JT ~EE $31.• 73 E.Q. Instrumentation 2.90 MISCELLANEOUS O.S. Surcharge $5~00 10.58 C!TY PLANNING SURCH $30.(1(1 Sys. Surcharge 31.73 Planning Surcharl!e 30.00 To·tal Due: $606.21 Planning Surcharge Mise Fee 5.00 Ched!:; $606.21 Pennit Issuing Fee 17.00 Signs or Gas Tube Systems Fcc 26.00 :12503

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14. APPLICATION COMMENTS In the e\·ent that any box (i.e. 1-16) is filled lo capacity, it is possible that additional information has been captured electronically and could not be printed due to space restrictions. Ncvenheless, the infonnation printed exceeds that required by Section 19825 of the Health and Safety Code of the State ofCalifomia. j•s But!dtnz Re!oe~trd From:

16. CONTRACTOR ARCIIITtCT. Is ENG(NEER NA!\1E ADDRESS ~~ PIIONEII (C) A-Top I Lo Sign Co 7545 Winnetka Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91306 C45 553200 818-772-4374

PERMIT EXPIRATIO~IREFtNDS: This pennit expires two years after the date of the permit issuance. This pennit will also expire if no construction work is performed for a continuous period of 180 days (Sec. 98.0602 LAM C). Claims for refund of fees paid must be filed within one year from the date of expiration for permits granted by LADBS (Sec. 22.12 & 22.13 LAM C). The permittee may be entitled to reimbursement of pemlit fees if the Department fails to conduct an inspection within 60 days of recei\ing a request for final inspection (HS 17951 ).

17. LICENSED CONTRACTOR'S DECl.ARA TION I hereby affirm under penalty of peljury that I am licensed Wlder the provisions of Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000) of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code, and my license is in full force and effect. The following applies to B contractors only: I Wlderstand the limitations of Section 7057 of the Business and Professional Code related to my ability to take prime contracts or subcontracts involving specialty trades.

License Class: C45 Lie. No.: 553200 Contractor: A-TOP I LO SIGN CO 18. WORKERS' COMPENSATION DECLARATION I hereby affirm. tmder penalty ofpeljury, one of the following declarations:

)\/)I have and will maintain a cenificate of consent to self insure for workers' compensation, as pro\ided for by Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the performance of the work for f'which this permit is issued.

U I have and will maintain workers' compensation ins~~r.~nce, as required by Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the perfonnanee of the work for which this pennit is issued. My workers' compensation insurance carrier and policy number are:

carrier: State Comp. Ins. Fund Policy Numbcr: __1_7_S4_0_2_9 ______

U I ccnify that in the performance of the work for which this permit is issued, I shall not employ any person in any manner so as to become subject to the workers' compensation laws of California, and agn:e that ifl should become subject to the workers' compensation provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code, I shall fonhwith comply with those provisions. WARNING: FAILURE TO SECURE WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE IS UNLAWFUL, AND SHAll St:BJF.CT AN EMPLOYF.R TO CRIMI~AL PE!'JALTIF..S A!'JD CIVIL FINE.."i UP TO ONE HlP.\DRED THOUSAND DOLLARS (SI 00,000), IN ADDITION TO TilE COST OF COMPENSATION, DAMAGES AS PROVIDED FOR IN SECTION 3706 OF THE LABOR CODF.., I!';IEREST, AND ATTORNEY'S FEES.

19. ASBESTOS REMOVAL DECLARATI0:'\1 I LEAD HAZARD WAR:'tii~G I cenify that notification of asbestos remo\·al is either not applicable or has been submined to the AQMD or EPA as per section !9827.5 of the Health and Safety Code. lnfonnation is available at (909) 396-2336 and the notification form at www.agmd.gov. Lead safe construction practices are required when doing repairs that disturb paint in pre-1978 buildings due to the presence of lead per section 6716 and 6717 of the Labor Code. Information is avaiablc at Health Services for LA County at (800) 524-5323 or the State of California at (800) 597-5323 or www.dhs.ca.gov/childlead.

20. CONSTRUCTION LENDING AGENCY DECLARATION I hereby affinn Wldcr penalty of pcljury that there is a construction lending agency for the performance of !he work for which this pennit is issued (Sec. 3097, Civil Code). Lender's name (ifany): Lender's address:

21. FINAL DECLARATIO:"<< I certify that I have read this application INCl.UDING TilE ABOVE DECLARATIONS and state !hat the above infonnation INCLUDING TilE ABOVf: DECLARATIOSS is correct. I agree to comply with a!! city and count'J ordinances and state laws relating to building construction, and hereby authori1.e represeniatives of this city to enter upon the above-memioned property for inspection purposes. I realize that this pennit is an application for inspection and that it docs not approve or authorize the work specified herein, and it docs not authorize or permit any violation or faiiUTe to comply with any applicable law. Fwthennore, neither the City of Los Angeles nor any board, department officer, or employee thereof, make any warranty, nor shall be responsible for the perfonnance or results of any work described herein, nor the condition of the propeny nor the soil upon which such work is perfonncd. I funher affim1 under penalty uf perjury, that the proposed work will not destroy or WJrcasonably interfere with any access or utility casement belonging to others and located on my property, but in the event such work docs destroy or unreasonably interfere with such easement, a substitute easemcnt(s) satisfactory to the holder(s) of the casement will be provided (Sec. 91.01 06.4.3.4 LA..\iC). By signing below, I certify that: (I) I accept all the declarations above namely the Licensed Contracto(s Declaratio~ 'Workers' Compensation Declaration, Asbestos Removal Declaration I Lead Ha?.ard Warning, Construction Lending Agency Declaration and Final Declaration; a\d <2> This permit is ~eing obtained. Fith ~ns1nt of the tegal owner otte propcJ1 "'I 1 Print NameSl iVJ Y l.~ l/) 0 ~-1') Sign: J\Jv ~ Date: 1.•.... j 1 ,....0..:J_ \1\J Contractor 0 Authorized Agent ./ I "-

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LOS Ai~GELES POLICE DEPAR.-.L1\1ENT

WILLIAM J. BRATTON P.O. Box 30158 Chief of Police Los Angeles, CA 90030 Telephone: (818} 838-9465 TDD: (818) 275-5273 Ref#: 1.7

ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA Mayor

October 20, 2005

Mr. Ephram Nehme Valley Produce & Deli 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, California 91335

Dear Mr. Ephram Nehme:

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your support and enthusiasm for the San Fernando Valley Coalition on Gangs. Our last Coalition meeting was held on October 6, 2005. I have scheduled the next meeting for November 3, 2005, at 2:00p.m. The location for this meeting will be the Church on the Way, Lambs Chapel, 14300 Sherman Way, Van Nuys. It is anticipated that this meeting will last approximately one hour. A progress report will be given by each of the Coalition's subcommittees.

I look forward to seeing you at the meeting. If you require any additional information, please contact Lieutenant Gary Nanson, Operations-Valley Bureau OED, at (818) 838-9480.

Very truly yours,

WILLIAM J. BRATTON Chief of Police

VALENTINO P. PANICCIA, Commander Assistant Commanding Officer Operations-Valley Bureau

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY -AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER www.lapdonline.org LOS Ai~GELES POLICE DEPAR~.11VIENT

WILLIAM J. BRA1~fON P.O. Box 30158 Chief of Police Los Angeles, Calif. 90030 Telephone: (818) 838-9465 TOO: (818) 275-5273 Ref#: 1.7

ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA Mayor

August 18, 2005

Mr. Ephram Nehme Valley Produce & Deli 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, California 91335

Dear Mr. Ephram Nehme:

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your support and enthusiasm for the San Fernando Valley Coalition on Gangs. Our last Coalition meeting was held on August 4, 2005. I have scheduled the next meeting for September 1, 2005, at 2:00p.m. The location for this meeting will be the Church on the Way, Lambs Chapel, 14300 Sherman Way, Van Nuys. It is anticipated that this meeting will last approximately one hour. A progress report will be given by each of the Coalition's subcommittees.

I look forward to seeing you at the meeting. If you require any additional information, please contact Lieutenant Gary Nanson, Operations-Valley Bureau GED, at (818) 838-9480.

Very truly yours,

WILLIAM J. BRATTON Chief of Police

VALENTINO P. PANICCIA, Commander Assistant Commanding Officer Operations-Valley Bureau

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER www.lapdonline.org - ! - 7

15739 Ventura Boulevard Encino, California 91436-2903 • 878.788.6000 ·Fax 818.995.0526

June 29, 2005

Valley Produce Attn: YoussefNehme, Manager 18345 Vanowen Reseda, CA 91335

Dear Mr Nehme,

We would like to thank you very much for your kind donation of fruit and vegetables to the Hazak program of Valley Beth Shalom. Our final brunch for our members was a huge success, and we are appreciative of your part in it.

Hazak is a dynamic progratn at VBS for men and women ages 55+. Our mission is to meet the social and intellectual needs and interests of these mature adults. We offer Hazak Days where members ofHazak meet to socialize and attend classes, discussion groups, and lectures, all taught by prominent members of VBS and other community experts.

We know that you must get many requests for donations, and we are very thankful that you have chosen Hazak

Sincerely, ') ------·""' V.-- ;') ~: / ,/ _p_ > .~ ,, r:· . ( -t .. ciV"ftt_ I ~_/ltrt(_r· /)\J...,}). .. .L·l{L(_ =~---:;, (J\. \ ),{'/) ~ / LolaRabow Louise Spitzer Chair Membership

E-mail: [email protected] · Web Site: http:/ /www.vbs.org · Affiliated with the United Synagogue of America LOS AI,3ELES POLICE DEPAR'~J.MENT .

WILLIAM J. BRATTON P.O. Box 30158 Chief of Police Los Angeles, Calif 90030 Telephone: (818) 756-8305 Ref#: 1.7

JAMES K. HAHN Mayor

May 19,2005

Mr. Ephram Nehme Valley Produce & Deli 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, California 91335

Dear Mr. Ephram Nehme:

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your support and enthusiasm for the San Fernando Valley Coalition on Gangs. Our last Coalition meeting was held on May 5, 2005. I have scheduled the next meeting for June 2, 2005, at 2:00p.m. The location for this meeting will be the Church on the Way, Lambs Chapel, 14300 Sherman Way, Van Nuys. It is anticipated that this meeting will last approximately one hour. A progress repot1 will be given by each of the Coalition's subcommittees.

I look forward to seeing you at the meeting. If you require any additional information, please contact Lieutenant Gary Nanson, Operations-Valley Bureau GED, at (818) 838-9480.

Very truly yours,

WILLIAM J. BRATTON Chief of Police

VALENTINO P. PANICCIA, Commander Assistant Commanding Officer Operations-Valley Bureau

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER www.lapdonline.org \ \ LOS AI~ 3ELES POLICE DEPAR'.t .LMENT

WILLIAM J. BRATTON P.O. Box 30158 Chief of Police Los Angeles, Calif 90030 Telephone: (818) 756-8305 Ref#: 1.7

JAMES K. HAHN Mayor

March 24, 2005

Mr. Ephram Nehme Valley Produce & Deli 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, California 913 3 5

Dear Mr. Ephram Nehme:

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your support and enthusiasm for the San Fernando Valley Coalition on Gangs. Our last Coalition meeting was held on March 03, 2005. I have scheduled the next meeting for April 7, 2005, at 2:00p.m. The location for this meeting will be the Church on the Way, Lambs Chapel, 14300 Sherman Way, Van Nuys. It is anticipated that this meeting will last approximately one hour. A progress report will be given by each of the Coalition's subcommittees.

I look forward to seeing you at the meeting. If you require any additional information, please contact Lieutenant GaryNanson, Operations-Valley Bureau OED, at (818) 756-7776.

Very truly yours,

WILLIAM J. BRATTON Chief of Police

VALENTINO P. PANICCIA, Commander Assistant Commanding Officer Operations-Valley Bureau

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER www.lapdonline.org LOS Al~GELES POLICE DEPAR'1MENT

WiLLIAM J. BRATTON P.O. Box 30158 Chief of Police Los Angeles, Calif 90030 Telephone: (818) 756-8305 TOO: (877) 275-5273 RQf ft· 1 7

JAMES K. HAHN Mayor

January 26, 2005

Mr. Ephram Nehme Valley Produce & Deli 18345 Vanowen Street Reseda, California 913 3 5

Dear Mr. Ephram Nehme:

I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your support and participation in the first annual San Fernando Valley Coalition on Gangs Peace March and community awareness event. The event was held on December 4, 2004, at Hjelte Park and was a tremendous success. It is only through the development of community partnerships that we can all come together to enjoy a community free of crime and the fear of crime.

To continue in this effort, we have planned a second event scheduled for June 25, 2005, at the Hansen Dam Recreation Center. We hope that you will continue to participate in this upcoming event. Should you have any further questions about this event, please contact Lieutenant Gary Nanson of my staff at (818) 756-7776.

Very truly yours,

WILLIAM J. BRATTON Chief of Police

Assistant Cornrnanding Officer Operations-Valley Bureau

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY -AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER www.lapdonline.org - j

DENNIS P. ZINE LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL THIRD DISTRICT

September 8, 2004

Mr. Ephram Nehme SFV I'rvdu~i.:.- & Ddi :hi~. 18345 Vanowen St. Reseda, CA 91335

Dear E~j~~ f>ht-} I ¢cerely"'" appreciate your contribution to my re-election campaign. I am honored that //the voters of the Third District have elected me as their councilman, and I pledge that they will always receive my best efforts as their representative.

It is friends and supporters like you that provided me the strength and encouragement to run for public office. I look forward to our working together for a better Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley.

Thank you once again.

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FINANCE OFFICE: 5i2 NORTH LARCHMONT BOULEY ARD, LOS ANGELES CA 90004 323-/46cr2~ FAX 323/460-2381 (COMPUTER. GENERA TED AND LASER. PR.INTED IN-HOUSE) ·Valley Beth 5/ialtJm

June 3, 2004

Valley Produce Attn: YoussefNehme, Manager 18345 Vanowen Reseda, CA 91335

Dear Mr. Nehme,

We would like to thank you very much for your kind donation of celery, green onions, mayonnaise, eggs, and red onions, to the Hazak program of Valley Beth Shalom. Our final brunch for our members was a huge success, and we are appreciative of your part in it.

Hazak is a dynamic program at VBS for men and women ages 55+. Our mission is to meet the social and intellectual needs and interests of these mature adults. We offer Hazak Days where members ofHazak meet to socialize and attend classes, discussion groups, and lectures, all taught by prominent members of VBS and other community experts.

We know that you must get many requests for donations, and we are very thankful that you have chosen Hazak.

Si~~rely /<--) 'f!O_ LA'~,)-;~ ~w--- 1 1 ... ~ ' - cf~ 4J;;-VL LolaRabow Louise Spitzer Chair Membership - 7 ·.. ·· , .·iva/ley ..Beth Shalom 15739 Ventura Boulevard EncinoJ California 91436~2930 · 818.788.6000 ·Fax 818.995.0526

April14, 2004

To Whom It May Concern:

This is to introduce Louise Spitzer who will make purchases for Valley Beth Shalom. Please extend any donations or courtesy discounts to her that are available for non­ profit organizations.

We appreciate your help and understanding in this matter.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Malcolm Katz Executive Director

MK:mm

Tax ID # 95-1890769

E-rtld.il: [email protected] · Web Site: http://www.vbs.org · Affiliated with the United Synagogue of America - 7

St. .J2lnne. Me{(_ite (jree(. Catfw{ic Cfturcft

August 14, 2003

San Fernando Valley Produce & Deli, Inc. Ephrem Nehme 18345 Vanowen St Reseda, CA 91335

Dear Ephrem,

I hope that this letter reaches you in good health.

I would like to express the gratitude of myself and the parish for your generous donation of$500.00.

May the Lord who sees what you do continue to bless you.

Yours in Christ God, rj;ll ,~j Rev. FiJ. Albert Wehby Pastor

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July 24, 2003

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We would like to thank you on behalf of Hamazkayin. for your generous donation of$ 5

Your support for our organization and its mission is very much appreciated.

MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 16937, ENCINO, CALIFORNIA 91416-6937 \ 7

Valley Chapter ~UlfU~~UB"P\J ~w.1 U2w.ltnqa-ut1ltG QGlthrw.ltgnqa-ptG '.nl{pU1p U'wuawnhnt

July 14, 2003

On behalf of Hamazkayin Valley Chapter I appreciate your support to The Armenian Educational and Cultural Society, a non-profit organization that works towards keeping the Armenian culture alive.

Our chapter is more than 20 years old and holds many fundraising events in San Fernando Valley area with the help of many supporters like you.

We will need to shop for our grocery needs for our July fundraising event. Please contact our secretary Sosy on or before July the 20th at (818) 609-1537

MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 16937, ENCINO, CALIFORNIA 91416-6937 - 7

STs. Peter & Paul Mission

EIN: 84-1616602

May 19, 2003

Dear Valley Produce:

On behalf of the congregation of Sts. Peter & Paul Mission;> we would like to thank you for your generous donation of$50.00 worth of groceries. Without the support of outstanding cotntnunity members such as yourselves we would have a difficult ti1ne trying to raise 1noney to purchase our own Church facility.

The dinner party was a success thanks to your donation. Many people co1n1nented that the salads were very tasty, thanks to the quality of your vegetables.

Your efforts will not go unrecognized. We thank you and continue to pray for you.

May God Bless you and your fatnily.

Sincerely,

Adtninistrator SYLMAR HIGH SCHOOL GIRL'S BASKETBALL

11ay 15, 2003

Dear Sir or Madam:

I would like to say thank you on behalf of Sylmar Girl's Basketball. \X!e appreciate your company's support in our ft.rst edition of the Lady Spartan Basketball lvfedia Guide. I hope the ad you placed 'With us helps your business grow as you have assisted in the growth of our program! This was our ft.rst time putting a media guide together, were very pleased with the ftnished product. Next season we'll have a better idea of how to improve our book and we'll be sure to include photos of all the office staff and administrators. We also have three other lower level teams that will be included as well. I hope we can count on you once again for your support. \Ve are always looking for ways to serve our community: if there is any way we can be of assistance to you please contact me. If you're interested in learning more about our program, please read the enclosed letter. Once again thank you for your time and support.

Sincerely, , _ --) , _,,--~·'\ =~~~2~· Iviidl'elle Chevalier Sylmar GirYs Basketball Coach

13050 BORDEN A VE• SYLMAR CA • 91342 PHONE: (818) 376-1971• FAX: (818) 364-1037 \ - 7 Mr. Roy Romer Superintendent

Sylmar Hig#l School Dr. Linda Calvo 13050 Borden Ave., SylrnarCa 91342 Principal Phone {818) 367-1971 Fax (818) 364-1037

May 15,2003

Dear Prospective Sponsor,

Hello! My name is Michelle Chevalier, I am writing on behalf of the Sylmar Girl's Basketball Team. I have just completed my third season of coaching at Sylmar and I am very proud of our 22-8 finish. Your Lady Spartans won their second straight Valley Mission League Championship and advanced to the L.A. City-Section Finals. Sylmar also qualified for the schools first ever state play-off birth and lost to Lynwood, the #2 ranked team in the country. It was another wonderful season for the Lady Spartans!

My vision for Sylmar is not merely counting victories; it is simply providing young ladies with the opportunity to obtain valuable life skills by doing what they love .. playing basketball. As an experienced Division I scholarship athlete, I acquired have and developed many strong qualities that have attributed to my success not only in basketball but in my life as well. In my program, student-athletes learn the importance of academic success, time management, commitment, work ethic and teamwork to name a few! These attributes will be the building blocks used to mold and shape them as they become productive members of society.

Through my athletic experience, I have also grown to know the importance of community involvement and support. There is something special about playing for pride and representing your community! We are reaching out to you in hopes that you would like to be a part of this exciting program. We are seeking sponsors to assist in our effort to purchase the necessary equipment to improve our skills. Financial assistance will also allow our teams to travel and play in highly competitive tournaments were they gain exposure to college coaches, thus improving their chances of playing at the next level! We have four major tournament trips scheduled from now through December they include; Tempe Arizona, Salt Lake City Utah, San Antonio Texas and Ptloenix Arizona.

Donations in any amount are greatly appreciated; we would even appreciate products that could be used for raffles, silent auctions or stocking the snack bar. The possibilities are endless; there are many vvays to support our growing program. We will gladly hang you advertising banner in our gymnasium to promote your business for one full year with any donation of $500.00 or more. Several clubs and organizations utilize our facility during the course of the year other than Sylmar. Summer is the busiest time of the year with several basketball and volleyball tournaments and leagues going on. AU donations are tax-deductible I.D. # 95-6006702. Checks can be made to Sylmar Girl's Basketball Fund. For more information, please call me at (818) 367-1971 ext. 345