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THE VOICE Circulation - 20,000 323.221.7400 - www.thevoicepub.com MAY 2009 THE BUCKET LIST MOVIE INSPIRES LOCAL RESIDENT TO RIDE WITH THE WIND! The Number One Source For News in Serving Northeast Los Angeles By Carlos Morales Enriquez household, Silvia was Silvia stands at 4’ 11”, Maria and Richard Enriquez are intrigued after watching the mov- has long wavy pearl white long time residents of El Sereno ie The Bucket List. It is a movie hair and a smile that was and live on Collis Ave, and over that was produced in 2007 of two getting bigger at every the years they have established terminal ill men who decide to step she took making her many acquaintances in the com- live the rest of their time doing all way to us. munity including a neighbor the things they have ever wanted We just met Silva and named Silvia Terrones who have to do before they die or kick the already know she will be lived in El Sereno Since 1956. bucket, hence the bucket list. hard to forget, she has a Maria & Richard have known Sil- Enriquez explained to THE strong will and passion via for about 12 years, they met VOICE “A couple of days after to experience what life after seeing Silvia and her late watching the movie with Silvia, throws at her. She was husband Ralph walk down Collis she came over and said I have wearing a t-shirt that re every morning around 7am. a bucket list, with a big smile”, ad “it’s all about me…. Over the years the Enriquez Maria looked at the list and could ow” She stated “it’s my family and Terrones have cre- not believe what was on it. Maria turn now, life is all about ated a bond. When Silvia’s late thought about how she can assist me as she pointed to her husband passed away, Maria and Silvia to check off her list. shirt, she explains; I also NNEIGHBORHOODEIGHBORHOOD Silvia’s friendship blossomed Well about six months later Sil- love cats – you see it into a special relationship. The via had the opportunity to check says me….ow as” as she WWATCHATCH Enriquez family has invited Silvia one item off! THE VOICE was on laughed. LLEADERSHIPEADERSHIP over for BBQ’s, and have had her hand to capture the moment. Ma- Silvia explained to over during the Christmas Holi- ria went over to pick up Silvia at THE VOICE “I have trav- TTRAININGRAINING days. Maria told THE VOICE “I 4pm on a typical sunny California eled all around the world, consider Silvia my adopted mom afternoon on Saturday, April 25th. I have been to Africa, Asia, licopters, and even traveled in a PPAGEAGE 2 and she considers me her adopt- A couple of minutes later we saw South America and have traveled submerged submarine, ed daughter, she comes over and both of them about half a block many ways, by pedaling on bikes, watches movies with us”During away, walking towards us. This driving cars, ridden on trains and CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 one of those movie nights at the senior citizen really stands out, buses, ﬂ own on planes, and in he- See Bucket List

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PPAGEAGE 1100 “We Care About Your Health” Page 2 THE VOICE - Serving Northeast Los Angeles 323.221.7400 www.thevoicepub.com MAY 2009 EDITORS BUCKET NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MESSAGE LIST Hello Neighbors, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 LEADERSHIP TRAINING First of all we wish all our MA- DRES, and ABUELITAS of the however, What I have not done community a “FELIZ DIA DE is Ridden on a Harley Davidson SATURDAY LAS MADRES”. Motorcycle, I have been wait- Thank you for all you do, every- ing for a long time for this ride.” day to make our lives a meaning- stated Silvia. A long time indeed, MAY 30th PUBLISHER / EDITOR ful one. Silvia is 97 Years Old and is as Carlos Morales This month we were very for- eager as an 18 year old to get on tunate to meet Silvia Terrones a a Harley. 9am - 11:30am GENERAL MANAGER senior citizen from our commu- She was then introduced to Joe Rivera nity that moved us so much she Louie Balar who is a friend of the Create a Safe and Civil Environment for Your Family received the front page. Enriquez Family, who resides in MARKETING DIRECTOR Every week we come across Eagle Rock and volunteered im- * Unite Neighbors To Work Together Carlos Morales many events that happen in our mediately after hearing about her community both good and unfor- Bucket list. He also had the sup- * Solve Neighborhood Problems CFO tunately bad. I knew that when port of his brother Johnny Barba Sal Garcia we received the call from the and their friend Dave Mello who * Collaborate with Law Enforcement Enriquez family about Silvia’s also drove thier Harleys in order * Connect with City Offi cials PHOTOGRAPHERS “BUCKET LIST” we were in for for Silvia to get the feel of riding Richard Canales something special. in a pack! Together We Can Fight CRIME and upgrade our neighborhoods! Starland Francis Meeting Silvia is one of the Louie showed her his bike and Vicente Rodriguez most rewarding experiences I said “this is your limousine to- have had since starting this com- day” She could not keep her eyes BARRIO ACTION SALES munity newspaper. This article is off the bike and she could barely 4927 Huntington Drive Erica Cornejo a good reminder on why we pro- keep down her excitement. Louis El Sereno, CA 90032 Julio Torres duce this publication and make told her “that she was going to be Geroge Cabrera Jr. the sacrifi ces we do. She has left in complete control of this ride, if an impression on me as did the she wants him to slow down to pat Come Learn How to Start a REPORTERS late Ruth Swiggett and our Doc- his shoulders if she wanted him to NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Vincent Calderon tor Newman. I will remember speed up poke at his ribs.” Jose Aguilar these people for the rest of my She was really looking forward Group In Your Area life as they have each taught me in getting her ride on! Louis Tom Williams something about life. placed some goggles to wear and More Info: Jaime Urbina Kudos goes out to the kids from told her that she needed to pro- Mark Overstreet the Teen CPAB and the entire tect her eyes from bugs, or dust 323.221.7400 Bob Hidalgo team who made the PSA on Inhal- that might be in the air; he then Adriana Olea ants possible. They won an award strapped a black helmet on her Teresa Marquez for their efforts at a local fi lm fes- and fi nished up her wardrobe with Rafael Garcia tival. This PSA is very informa- a black leather James Dean type Val Marquez tive for all parents, teens, teachers looking jacket. and community members. If you Silvia was then assisted on the THE VOICE would like to view it please con- motorcycle by Louie, and Rich- Is a community based news- tact us at THE VOICE. ard Enriquez. Everyone was sur- paper publication based in El The month of MAY is BIKE prised to see how eager Silvia was Sereno and published once a MONTH, and THE EASTSIDE to get on the motorcycle, Louis BIKE CLUB extends an invita- saddled up on the front seat and month. Our circulation consists Sacred Heart Fiesta 2009 tion to everyone in the commu- started the Motorcycle, Silvia’s of 20,000 print impressions and nity to ride a bike, give it a try. smile was bigger than ever her 1,200 email subscribers. It is Motorist’s be more cautious of eyes opened up and she let out a delivered to residents and busi- Bike Riders who are entitled to mighty yelled “LET’S ROLL!” Guacamole Festival & Volkswagen Car Show nesses in the El Sereno, Lincoln be on the streets riding a bike and With that command Louie Heights, and Boyle Heights, not riding on the sidewalk. started the Harley revved it a Rose Hills, University Hills and PLEASE SHARE THE ROAD! couple of times and off they went Emery Park communities. A reminder to all please support southbound of Collis and traveled May 16th and 17th Our growing network of com- the businesses that make this pub- east on Huntington Drive headed munity participation has made lication possible, they also cre- towards Pasadena. They returned this publication the primary ate jobs for our community and about 40 minutes later and the Sat. 10am to 10pm Sun. 8am to 10pm source for local information. We supply products and services that Enriquez family had a BBQ ready * strive to make a positive impact otherwise you will drive farther to to celebrate the occasion. There on the community by reporting receive. Let them know you seen was Carne Asada, Chicken, Rice, * Food * Guacamole news that is seldom found any- them in THE VOICE. Beans, and salsa as Silvia does where else in the media to in- The Lummis Festival is worth not have a restricted diet she can * Carnival Ride * Inflatables form, and educate this commu- taking a look at. Put it in your ca- eat everything. * Game Booths * Volkswagen Car Show nity on what is going on in their landers to attend. We do not have Silvia said “this was one of best front yard! many of these type of events in things I have ever done in a long * Live Music and Entertainment We welcome community inter- our community. time, I wonder why I did not think est stories, and press releases. of doing it sooner” and continued Until next month be safe! to say “I left my head somewhere 2210 Sichel St., Lincoln Heights, CA 90031 60% of all articles are written by on the road, I must go get it” and community stakeholders laughed. THE VOICE reserves the right After a BBQ Louie and Maria to edit all materials due to space walked Sylvia back home and Barrio Action & Ernie G’s Comedy Fiesta constrictions. Louie told her that any time she Proudly Present THE VOICE is not responsible wanted to go for another ride I am nor liable for any claims or of- only a phone call away, she re- “Celebrate Mother’s Day w/ The Mama’s Boy! ferings, nor responsible for plied I will take you up on that! @ Ernie G’s Comedy products availability that may be Oh by the way the next item on advertised. Opinions expressed her list is to tandem skydive, “that Fiesta in benefi t of in these columns are those by is something that will excite me, Barrio Action” the authors who wrote them. All fl ying like the birds” stated Silvia. rights reserved. Reproduction One thing she would never try is Event Hosted by LA’s bungee jumping she told us “I’m in whole or in part without writ- Favorite ten permission from the editor is a daredevil but I’m not crazy!” prohibited. “Papi Chulo / Mama’s Email: [email protected] Boy” Ernie G!! 4301 Valley Blvd., Suite A1 Featuring LA’s Top Latino Comedians! 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WWW.MYSPACE.COM/EASTSIDEBIKES SendSdUY Us Your email us at [email protected] Events to To get on our email list of all of our rides 323.221.7400 [email protected] Page 4 THE VOICE - Serving Northeast Los Angeles 323.221.7400 [email protected] MAY 2009 Specifi c Strategies Help Latino “TEACHER IDOL” “El Sereno Basketball” AT Addendum to Article Students Succeed in School The Missing Piece By Lisa Alva child be successful whether he or WILSON HIGH ing the second half. David and MBA, NBCT she is college-bound or not. So Woodrow Wilson’s High School By Lorraine Murillo Chris P. hustled and fought for the what are the messages you need Performing Arts Small Learning Proud Parent & El Sereno Resi- ball each time, most of the time At a local high school, a teacher to send? Communities SLC will hosting dence ending up on the ground. The sat down to analyze the grades her First, you have to adjust your its fi rst ever Teacher Talent Show: Defensive Unit was incredible students had earned. Parent con- own expectations. Think about Teacher Idol! I would like to submit an ad- and unforgettable. ference night was coming, and these messages and what they The fundraising event will be on dendum to the Article printed in So let us remember both, of- she wanted to know just how she, say: Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 3:30pm the April issue of “The Voice” re- fense and defense make a team. and they, were doing. What were You have to pass your classes = a in the Multi-Purpose Room (MPR) garding El Sereno Basketball. Nine players made a great run, they learning? What did they still D is okay; it’s passing -You have on campus; it will conclude at 5:30 As a parent of one of the All- not 6. This All Star Team sup- need to learn? The teacher was to go to school every day = all pm. Tickets purchased in advance Star team, I was very proud of my ported each other, using their gifts disappointed to see that of 68 stu- you have to do is show up are $3 tickets will be sold for $5 at son and all of the members, who whether it was 3- point shooting dents, only three had A’s. What Don’t be like me = blah, blah, the door. Fun, fashion, and raffl e won the Northeast Division title. or rebounding. Because they was the problem? blah giveaways are included! Call 323- Unfortunately a few were left out played together as one unit, they Later, at the parent confer- Think about these messages in- 276-1600 for more info. and I wanted to give them a shout were successful and won against ence, a girl came in with her fa- stead: LaCora Stephens the Eng- out and also provide my point of Yosemite. ther. The three of them sat down When you graduate, we’re going lish Teacher who contacted THE view or the other side of the coin. Congratulations to the 2009 to look at the girl’s work folder. to… VOICE told us that the “Teacher As the April article stated, yes the Northeast Champs! – Coaches: There were many completed as- When you graduate, you can… Idol” idea came from a brainstorm offense was incredible, lead by Hector Aguilar & Cesar Gomez. signments and the girl came to In order to graduate, you will session during her homeroom class. Abel, Buddy, Roy, Cesar, Mat- Players: Matthew Aguilar, Justin class every day, but still, she had need to… Stevens stated “My students came thew and Justin. But let us not Gil, Cesar Gomez, David Lopez, a D. The father looked angry. I Do your best to get an A or a B. up with the idea and we are running forget the defense end; Christo- Abel Montgomery, Christopher tell her she has to pass her classes These messages take it for granted with it.” pher Murillo, Chris Perez, and Murillo, Chris Perez, Roy Rojas, every day, the dad told the teach- the child will graduate and there Stephens did not want to give David Lopez. Their rebounding and Buddy Sandoval. er. I tell her that I didn’t get to go will be a life after that. They say away the talent lineup however she and defensive plays assisted the You we’re awesome and we’re to school and so she has to so she that there’s no other option than did mention that there will be a other members in scoring. proud that you represented our can get a good job later. What is getting good grades, which helps “Green Fashion Show” that show- Roy and Christopher M. chal- park well with great sportsman- the problem? them graduate and go to college. cases clothing that are made from lenged each shot and got the re- ship and skill. Don’t ever lose that The problem, research says, Think about what happens when recycled goods, some stand up bounds against the Yosemite dur- quality. may not be in the classroom or you ask your kid these ques- comedy, dancing as well as other in the student. Partly, it’s in the tions: surprises.” messages that we, the parents, What do you need to get an A At this event the roles of Teach- VIDEO GAME NEWS give our kids every day. or a B? ers and Students will be reversed as Harriett Romo is Associate When was the last time you went a panel of students will be Judging E3 IS BACK Professor of Sociology at South- to the College Corner? or Grading if you will the teachers west Texas State University. Toni What colleges are you thinking performance. By Vincent Calderon Falbo is Professor of Educational about? contact with and morph into that The show is open to the public. The most anticipated gaming person. Insomniac Games are Psychology and Sociology at the What kind of a life do you want They will also have Raffl es Tickets University of Texas at Austin. to have at my age? event of the year is almost here: also expected to make an appear- are only $2 and pizza hotdogs, and E3. For the uninitiated, E3 is the ance at E3 as well, with the next Romo and Falbo tracked 100 These messages imply that you refreshments will also be sold to Hispanic high school students in are expecting a positive answer, gaming event where system de- (and possibly last) installment of raise funds to raise money for the velopers (Nintendo, Sony, Mi- the “Ratchet and Clank” series. Austin, Texas, between 1989 and something besides, “I don’t SLC. 1993. They found that the fami- know.” The last question forces crosoft, etc.) and game develop- Any information pertaining to Stephens stated “This event is a ers (such as Capcom, Rare, and “Ratchet and Clank Future: A lies of the kids who went to col- your child to think, not about a great way for students to see teach- lege shared seven important char- job, but a lifestyle. Electronic Arts to name a few) Crack in Time” is virtually un- ers in a different way than being come together to reveal the latest known at this time. It is also ru- acteristics. One of them was the In the end, we want our chil- ponderous and serious, what stu- message that parents gave their dren to be happy, to have enough products or to show future games mored that “Jak and Daxter 4” is dents don’t know that we too like that are still in development. It is in development, using the same kids about school. money and freedom to do what have fun.” Often, parents like the one they want. It’s a shame that not open to the public, but it is engine that “Uncharted 2” will in the story will tell their child, while high school drop-out rates televised live, usually on G4TV. be running on. Is it true? We will “You have to pass your classes.” have steadily declined among So what can we expect from have to wait and see. Without realizing it, this parent is white and African American stu- E3 2009? Finally, we come to the Micro- creating very low expectations for dents over the last twenty years, A slew of great looking games. soft Xbox 360 camp. Where to the child. A grade of D is pass- a constant 35 percent of Latino Let’s start with the Nintendo Wii. start? “Ghostbusters”, “Damna- ing, and the student who earns a students continue to quit school Not many games appear to be tion”, “Need For Speed: Shift”, D will say, “At least I didn’t fail.” before graduation. This means coming to the Wii, but one eye- “Perfect Dark 2”, “Lost Planet Well, no, not exactly. What’s the that more than three out of ten catcher is “Cursed Mountain”. It 2”, “Bionic Commando”, “Bio- difference between passing and neighborhood kids will not have will attempt to create a new, “sur- shock 2”, “Borderlands” , “Mass being successful? that money or that freedom. Col- vival” genre for the Wii as the Effect 2” and “Rage”. We might According to the US Cen- lege may or may not be the right game has you climb the Hima- not see all of them at this year’s sus Bureau, adults age 18 and move for them, but we can agree layas Mountains to progress the E3, as some are slated for a 2010 older with a bachelor’s degree that all kids need at least a high game. Also coming to the Wii is release. No new hardware has earned an average of $51,554 in school diploma and a good basic not a new game, but a new hard- been announced as of now, but 2004, while those with a high education. High school can be ware feature. The MotionPlus Microsoft might have something school diploma earned $28,645. diffi cult! Send the right message Por que Ronco? clips onto the Wiimote, allowing up their sleeve. Those without a high school di- every time to talk with your kids for more precise gestures with In other news, two new con- the Wiimote. Expect this to be a soles have stepped into the ring. ploma earned an average of only about school and you’ll make El ronquido es un problema que $19,169. Clearly, there’s an ad- yourself happy too. You’ll be able hit with tennis and golf fans. One is a low cost, low tech, disc- mucha gente tiene. Los ronquidos Sony has a great possible line- free console called the “Zeebo”. vantage in education; we usually to say, “When my kid graduates, ocurren cuando la ruta area se cier- want our kids to go to college. we’re renting out her room.” up to display this year for the It has been distributed in Brazil, ra. Cuando se cierra poquito causa PS3. First off, after years of se- uses 3G network to download Can anybody go to college? Yes, los ronquidos. Puede ser que se and no. Lisa has been teaching for 11 clusion, game developer Sucker games and is priced at $199. It cierre completamente y deja de re- Punch, makers of the critically is made for people who want to In 2004, the University of years and nine of those have spirar, esto se llama apnea. California Regents voted to raise been at Roosevelt High School acclaimed Sly Cooper franchise, play games, but cannot afford El peso y los musculos alrededor return to unveil their long await- the mainstream consoles. The the minimum grade point aver- and she is also National Board de la ruta aerea hace que se cierre age (GPA) for admission to 3.0, Certifi ed. Lisa has lived in Hill- ed project, “inFamous”. other, called “OnLive”, is also cuando duerme porque los muscu- Controlling the power of disc-free, but uses your broad- which is equal to a B. 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On March 26 2009, the Lincoln Holguin, Sandy Lee, Irene Marti- Heights Chamber of Commerce held nez, Larry Martinez, David Miranda, ARTICLES its Installation Luncheon at Lumi- Vera Padilla, George Pantazis, Helen narias Restaurant in Monterey Park. Romero Shaw, and Frank Villalobos. TO THE Close to 100 people attended the The highlights of the Event were Luncheon to witness the installation the special awards that were given as of the Offi cers and Board Members follows: Man of the Year, William VOICE for 2009. Aparicio, Woman of the Year, Nan- The Board was installed by Coun- cy Garcia, Life Time Achievement Specializing in: Offi cial Smog Station HELP KEEP cilman Ed P. Reyes CD1. 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School. David Hurtado round out By Carlos Morales Teen C-PAB, the Boyle Heights Perhaps, it is the discipline, dedi- the coaching staff as a Tumbling On April 18th the 1st Annual East Tech Center, Councilman Jose cation and determination that is Coach. He has work with the Los Angeles International Film Huizar’s Offi ce CD 14, LAUSD, evident in all performances of the Squad for three years. and Youth Film Festival took the Salesian Boys and Girls Club team. The Coaches at Wilson High place at Raleigh Studios located sponsored Boyle Heights Coali- The team makes it look easy, are members of the American As- in Hollywood. The festival was tion for a Safe and Drug Free deceptively easy doing what it sociation of Cheer Coaches and produced by Telasofa (The East Community, Ignacio Oliveros is doing. Many long hours have Administrators. (www.aacca.org Los Angeles Society of Film and who spent countless hours edit- been put into being a member of ) This means that they are “safety Arts). ing the fi lm; The kids wrote the the team. When this 2008-2009 certifi ed” and have gone through The festival featured fi lm shorts script, brought in props, acted in Cheer Squad started its year last training in order to coach a cheer- target environment, politics and the fi lm, and voice overs in Eng- May, many dreams were sowed. leading team. social issues, Animation, Public lish and Spanish. Unity, school spirit and, of course, The Wilson Cheer Squad has Service Announcements (PSA’s), Veronica DeAba stated “I am being successful in its own compe- competed at various locations Documentaries, and comedy. so proud of the group and when tition season was the ultimate goal throughout Southern California Film entries were submitted from I seen their faces glow as their of the team. As with all other high and have won top honors at these East Los Angeles, Italy, UK, Los name was announced was great, schools, the Wilson H.S. cheer- state wide competitions. Angeles Hollenbeck Area, and How amazing that one small leaders worked on game sideline The Wilson High School Cheer Canada. group of kids of a small commu- cheers and chants, as well as, hon- competition team included the fol- The Hollenbeck Division Teen nity is becoming THE VOICE for Congratulations ing cheer skills and stunting. lowing students: CPAB entry was an Inhalant Pre- this important subject that effects Gayle and Brent The Wilson High School cheer Zhivago Agalzoff, Angelica Agui- vention and Education Public our entire state.” coaches are an integral part of ñaga, Jessica Alvarez, Doris Ar- The Staff at THE VOICE Wishes You The Best! Service Announcement geared to Captain Paul Hernandez told this hard-working team. Laura ango, Karina Campos, Alice Chin, outreach to teenagers. Teens who THE VOICE that he was very Juarez-Williams is the Wilson Nichole Davis, Danny Gallegos, worked on the fi lm were escorted proud of the kids that received High Cheer Advisor and has been Cristal Garcia, Sara Garcia, Amy by LA City Deputy City Attorney the beautiful crystal award. “It is advising cheerleader for 32 years Iñiguez, Anna Landaverde, Jas- - School Safety Division Veronica on display at LAPD Hollenbeck now. Laura coached at El Sereno mine Lara, Cristina Luevano, Dar- DeAlba, and LAPD Hollenbeck Station and will be showcased Junior High School for 16 years ianne Martinez, Falen Martinez, Captain Paul Hernandez. The at the new Police station when and moved to Wilson H.S. in June Lizbeth Noyola, Cristal Ramirez, actors / actresses and many of the it opens next month” stated Her- 1993. Laura loves what she is do- Maria Ramos, Alexcia Rodriguez behind the scenes role players nandez. And continued to say ing, although, being a Cheer Ad- and Emmanuel Soto. were interviewed, photographed “This turned out to be a great ex- visor is not an easy task. But the Wilson High School Cheer and greeted on a Red Carpet. perience for the 15-20 students, rewards of working with young Squad is a nationally ranked team. There were approximately 160 parents and supporters of this people are great. Its Cheer Alumni boasts of many people in the audience that fi lled fi lm. Special thanks goes out to Mrs. Juarez-Williams is joined professionals, including teachers, the screening room with excite- Captain Chow, Offi cer Macklin, by Gustavo “Gus” Rodriguez and parents and involved members of ment, after all, they were in a DA Veronica DeAlba and many both have worked together for over the Community. Many have be- Hollywood studio. Ten entries others for there hard work and 20 years. Gustavo has become a come coaches, advisors and have made the fi nal cut for the PSA dedication towards this project” nationally recognized Choreog- touched many lives. category including the Hollen- said Hernandez. rapher and Cheer Adjudicator, as Many heartfelt thanks are given beck Teen C-PAB PSA. The festival and organization well. He has traveled throughout to all of the Supporters of the Wil- The moment came when event mission: the United States and Mexico to son Cheer Squad throughout the producers Juan Escobedo and “Provoking Thought and Inspir- choreograph and judge. Jennifer years. Most of all, thanks to our Jose Yenque announced the win- ing Solutions Through Film” Marez is part of the Coaching supportive Wilson H.S. Admin- ners of the festival. The students The East LA Society of Film HAPPY BIRTHDAY Staff at Wilson H.S. Jennifer was a istration, Parents and the Wilson from The Hollenbeck Teen C- and Arts (TELA SOFA) JOSH member of the Wilson H.S. Cheer Cheer Boosters. It could not have PAB’s were elated to hear their TELA SOFA is a 501 (c)(3)non- Squad for 4 years and served as been done it without their sup- Public Service Announcement on profi t community organization FROM YOUR FRIENDS AT THE VOICE Captain during her senior year in port. Inhalants abuse was the winner of that promotes the mediums of fi lm 1999. She has coached for 4 years the “Arte de Conciencia Award” and art as important vehicles for named “El Angel” representing empowerment and self-expres- The Guardian Angel taking care sion to the under-served youth of of young fi lm makers. East L.A. providing positive al- Give your family the protection they deserve Collaboration for the PSA ternatives to drug abuse and gang came from various organizations prevention. which included the Hollenbeck

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Fortunate- the spot where there son was run ly key eyewitnesses were able to down from behind and left to die On Friday, April 24th, The eral, state, and local community’s write down the vehicle’s license in the streets by a drunk driver. Substance Abuse and Mental input is needed to bring the most plate number as it sped off as they The news broke quickly in the Health Services Administration effi cient and equitable resources arrived to try to assist the victim. Cycling Community and Cyclists (SAMHSA) has established a for all residents. Health care is LAPD Detectives conducted a responded to the news with shock clear vision for its work -- a life currently fragmented, costly, and follow up to the registered own- and with outrage and with hard in the community for everyone. unavailable for large groups of er’s residence in the 8700 block questions. To realize this vision, the Agency people. of Katherine Avenue in Panorama has sharply focused its mission There is a large demand for al- City, and took Hidalgo into cus- What’s it going to take for the on building resilience and facili- cohol and other drug prevention, tody at around 3:30 a.m. A pas- largest City in the most popu- tating recovery for people with education, and treatment. Dur- senger riding with Hidalgo was lated State in the most powerful or at risk for mental or substance ing the meeting, local leaders also subsequently located, and Country in the world to step up use disorders. SAMHSA is gear- expressed their concerns with the was questioned and released. and make Public Safety on our ing all of its resources, programs, current system and how to im- Based on a statement provided streets a priority? policies and grants toward that prove it, and how they see SAM- by the passenger, and additional outcome. HSA fi t in the larger equation evidence, Detectives believe that On Friday, April 24th nearly SAMHSA asked the Boyle for health care in Los Angeles. Hidalgo was driving under the in- three hundred Cyclist gathered Heights Coalition for a Safe and The Boyle Heights Coalition is fl uence of alcohol at the time of in Echo Park at the location of Drug-Free Community to host a in the community to bring more the accident. the accident to hang a “GHOST small community meeting with resources to the community to Witnesses told police offi cials BIKE” Cyclist from all over the local health care administrators, educate and prevent substance that at the time of the accident city showed up as a symbol of physicians, and professionals abuse, inhalants in particular, and they seen a car matching the de- solidarity to Jesus Castillo. Even in the area, as the fi rst of many reduce illegal underage drinking scription of the vehicle that hit the though all the riders did not know community meetings throughout in Boyle Heights. SAMHSA is cyclist swerving down the street Jesus they know it could have the country. one of many sub-agencies from and they believe that the driver easily been one of us. The focus was to discuss health the U.S. Department of Health of the car was intoxicated. There The tradition of dedicating a care reform as it pertains to men- and Human Services in Washing- were pools of blood at the scene “GHOST BIKE” is performed in tal health and substance abuse is- ton, D.C. sues in Los Angeles County. Fed-

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