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Volume 22 No. 46 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities November 15, 2012 Mayor digs in for Veterans reach home at n Team salutes long haul on subway service members n Groundbreaking at La Brea Avenue precedes with a day of fun utility relocation and tunneling By AAron Blevins By edwin folven Los Angeles. Crews began digging trenches The Boys in Blue saluted the The first shovels were thrust into near the corner to start relocating men and women in red, white and the ground near Wilshire Boulevard telecommunication, water and elec- blue in honor of Veterans Day on and La Brea Avenue Tuesday, offi- trical lines as part of a preparatory Monday, opening Dodger cially marking the start of work on phase that will last approximately Stadium for a fun-filled afternoon the Westside Subway Extension. 18 months. Metro hopes to begin of pitching, hitting and, of course, City leaders and Metropolitan the tunneling for the first phase of Dodger Dogs. Transportation Authority (Metro) the Purple Line Extension — from More than 100 veterans repre- officials called it a “milestone” for senting all five branches of the See Subway page 22 U.S. military attended. Fontana resident Miles Barnes, a counselor for the U.S. Navy who has done three tours overseas, spent the day with his son, Hayden. “This is awesome,” he said as photo by Aaron Blevins he played catch with Hayden. Former Dodger and Purple Heart recipient Roy Gleason “I’m forty years old, and to be out gave batting tips to veterans at Dodger Stadium. here with my son and for the Dodgers to invite us, I get mushy.” elbow injuries. me, anybody that serves their The Dodgers rolled out the blue “Being out here today with the country is a hero. But the real carpet for the veterans, offering veterans — It’s just an honor for heroes, to me, are the ones that those in attendance a batting prac- me to be here,” Gleason said. “To See Dodgers page 20 tice T-shirt and other collectibles. The military members all got a chance at the plate as Pasadena City College players shagged Students salute heroes at photo by Edwin Folven balls. Councilman Tom LaBonge (left), 4th District, and Mayor Antonio The veterans also had an WeHo Elementary School Villaraigosa appeared in front of a mock subway car for the start of work. opportunity to showcase their arms in the Dodgers bullpen, and By AAron Blevins were given a tour of Dodger Stadium. Several had a chance to When the military color guard ‘Meatless Mondays’ idea meet the handful of Dodger marched into West Hollywood alums on hand. Former “Dancing Elementary School’s auditorium with the Stars” host Samantha — using terms like “atten-hut” could be hard to digest Harris sang the National Anthem. and “present arms” — the stu- Former Dodger outfielder Roy dents’ awe was audible: Cool! By AAron Blevins off more than it can chew. Gleason gave his insights to vets Wow! Oh! The resolution was proposed in the batter’s box. He played And that was the point. School The Los Angeles City Council by City Councilwoman Jan Perry, with the Dodgers organization officials and the Friends of West has joined the international 9th District, who was approached from 1961 to 1969, missing the Hollywood Elementary School “Meatless Mondays” initiative to by Compassion Over Killing, an ’67 and ’68 seasons due to his held a Veterans Day service last raise awareness about health and animal advocacy organization service in Vietnam. Friday, seeking to inform stu- environmental issues, but some with an office in Los Angeles. It Gleason was wounded — both dents about their families’ mili- local meat retailers and restau- calls for Los Angeles residents to by AK-47 gunfire and shrapnel tary history and the meaning rants feel the council has bitten See Proposal page 21 — after the 9th Infantry Division behind being a veteran. of the U.S. Army was ambushed. “It’s so critical,” said photo by Aaron Blevins He was injured on July 24, 1968, Elizabeth Goetchius, a Friends The flag salute was an impor- and spent more than six months See Students page 21 tant part of the ceremony. in the hospital for arm, leg and Term limits likely to go to voters n Proponents gather lected enough signatures for a the attacks we know will be coming March 5 ballot measure. our way.” enough signatures to “From day one, this initiative has West Hollywood city clerk qualify for ballot been a David versus Goliath Corey Schaffer said the county cer- effort,” said Scott Schmidt, a West tified 2,444 signatures collected By edwin folven Hollywood resident and term limits from residents registered to vote in campaign manager. “While we cel- West Hollywood, 100 more than West Hollywood voters will like- ebrate our volunteers’ success in was required. He said it is standard ly decide whether three terms in gathering enough signatures to procedure for the county clerk’s office is enough for city council place term limits on the ballot, there office to certify 100 signatures photo by Aaron Blevins members after the L.A. County is plenty of hard work ahead to con- beyond the number necessary to While the resolution pleased animal rights activists, it upset some local Register-Recorder’s office certified tinue this conversation with the vot- ensure there is no margin of error. retailers, such as Marconda’s Meats at the Original Farmers Market. Tuesday that proponents had col- ers of West Hollywood and counter See Term limits page 22

Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 November 15, 2012 Voters to head to the polls Cranes flock to project on La Brea for Mid-City West election n Development is Residents and stakeholders are of Fairfax Avenue, west of La on track to open encouraged to vote this evening in Brea Avenue, north of Rosewood in fall 2013 the Mid-City West Community Avenue and south of Romaine Council (MCWCC) election. The Street. Candidates Ravi Bhatia, By AAron Blevins voting will be held from 5:30 to Elizabeth Reynolds and Paulette 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15 at Caswell are vying for the position. The ongoing development at the Pan Pacific Park Recreation Residents and stakeholders can Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea Center, 7600 Beverly Blvd. also vote for 38 people running for Avenue continues to move upward, Anyone who lives, works, owns other open seats on the board, and officials with BRE Properties property or frequents the area is however, there is only one candi- hope to have the project completed encouraged to vote. Only one seat date running for each of those by this time next year. on the 45-member board is being positions. Construction manager Robert contested. Voters will choose the For information, call (323)651- Latch said the project has not representative for Residential 3512, or visit changed since the groundbreaking Zone 2, which covers the area east www.midcitywest.org. in October 2011. It will house 478 apartment units with some afford- photo by Aaron Blevins able housing, a maximum of 19 Construction cranes tower over the mixed-use development at La Brea retail tenants and a pocket park. “Everything’s going good — on Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard, which will offer 478 apartments. Fairfax flooding slows traffic schedule,” Latch said. “We just fin- ished up the parking structure and California. The company operates with the neighbors in mind, he said. the retail area, [and we’re] starting approximately 22,000 apartment Two-story townhouses will be con- the units this week.” units. However, BRE is excited to structed on that side of the struc- He said no retail tenants have finish the construction. ture, Latch said. been confirmed, but “we’ve got “Oh, we’re ecstatic,” he added. “So, the building actually steps some good ones.” Latch said resi- “This is our flagship project right away from them,” he added. dents could expect restaurants, now. All hands are on deck.” BRE officials also donated to the quick-serve eateries and financial The project has been five years in Sycamore Square Neighborhood institutions to occupy the struc- the making, and the construction Association’s annual block party. ture’s 40,000 square feet of retail costs, excluding architecture and “We’ve had a pretty good neigh- space on the ground floor. land, are approximately $100 mil- borhood outreach program,” Latch The building will be seven sto- lion, Latch said. BRE purchased said. ries. Latch said he didn’t know the property in 2006, and in 2009, The Sycamore Square what the average apartment rent the structures that occupied the Neighborhood Association, howev- photo by Aaron Blevins may be, but anticipated that it property, which housed a Columbia er, still seems leery of the seven- During rush hour on Tuesday, flooding occurred on Fairfax Avenue would reflect the prices of rentals in Savings Bank and some small retail story project. Sue Horwitz, associa- by The Grove that slowed afternoon commuters. According to the Los the area. He couldn’t specify how outlets, were razed. tion president, said she hasn’t heard Angeles Fire Department, the flooding was reported just after 4:30 p.m. many units would be for affordable Latch said the construction crews any complaints from residents in at 7900 W. 3rd St. Six firefighters responded, and the city’s Department housing. have strived to be good neighbors. the area lately, but some tenants did of Transportation sent crews to direct traffic. A departments spokesman Latch said the company has six BRE Properties designed the back move after the company’s ground- said the event was not significant. Representatives of the Los Angeles other projects ongoing, though the half of the building, which will face breaking. Department of Water and Power did not return calls by deadline. majority of them are in Northern residences on Sycamore Avenue, See Cranes page 21  ' !!  $"$# &                 (#  (#&"'

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Absolutely.” predicted.” Baldwin, who became the first He said the council will contin- Members of the LGBT commu- But what does that mean for pro- openly gay U.S. Senator. ue to discuss the proposed tax By AAron Blevins nity had many reasons to rejoice gressive California, whose gay Additionally, several states, such increase, but he would like area marriage measure is still wrapped as California, New York, The Los Angeles City Council following the 2012 Presidential neighborhood councils to weigh up in the U.S. Supreme Court? Wisconsin and Arizona, elected has proposed a permanent half- Election, which resulted in three in on the issue. Regardless, Justices are scheduled to discuss their first LGBT members to cent sales tax increase in hopes of states — Maine, Maryland and LaBonge feels that it is essential Prop. 8, which banned gay mar- Congress, and two states re-elected maintaining staffing levels for the Washington — approving gay mar- for Los Angeles. riage in the state, and DOMA, a city’s public safety agencies and riage and another — Minnesota — “I think it’s an important federal law that defined marriage as offsetting state cuts that have refraining from defining marriage investment — trees aren’t getting a union between a man and woman, “I have never felt challenged those organizations. as a union between a man and a trimmed, roads aren’t getting on Nov. 30. The justices are expect- this good about an Proposed by Council President woman. fixed,” he added. ed to meet in private to discuss Herb Wesson, 10th District, the Furthermore, President Barack election According to the mayor’s whether the court should hear both increase would raise approxi- Obama, who repealed Don’t Ask, office, the city has relied on cases. in my life.” mately $200 million, which could Don’t Tell, was re-elected, and as spending cuts rather than creating “I think [the election] really almost negate next year’s project- many as 118 openly gay legislators -Lorri Jean, new revenue to balance the bud- bodes well for this decision,” Jean ed $216 million deficit. However, were elected or re-elected nation- executive director of the get. The city has cut the General said, adding that the victories Angelenos will need to approve wide, said Lorri Jean, the executive L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center Fund civilian workforce by one- should increase the likelihood that the increase as early as March. director of the L.A. Gay & Lesbian third, eliminating approximately the court will not hear the case, City Councilman Tom Center. 5,000 positions. Several city allowing a lower court’s ruling that gay incumbents, she said. LaBonge, 4th District, voted in “I have never felt this good about agencies have also been consoli- the measure is unconstitutional to At the state level, seven new favor of putting the resolution on an election in my life,” she said. dated or eliminated. stand. “Then, marriage will be legal states elected their first openly the ballot, saying that the city is Jean said Obama is the first U.S. “Having undergone five years again, probably immediately.” LGBT lawmakers, Jean said. She having trouble paying for basic president in history to be elected of drastic budget and service While she believes that the court said that development brings the services. He said the issue will go while supporting full LGBT equal- reductions, the prospect of a will not hear the Prop. 8 case, she total number of states with an before the council again, as the ity. She said he “has been crystal much-needed increase in base predicted that the Supreme Court LGBT legislator to 40. required council majority was not clear about his desire to repeal revenue in Los Angeles is some- will hear DOMA. Jean said the “Just think how drab the remain- reached. DOMA (the Defense of Marriage thing we should consider,” Mayor court could “easily” say that the ing ten must be,” Jean added. “It’s up to the people of Los Act).” Antonio Villaraigosa wrote to the justices have already heard cases She said New Hampshire elected Angeles to say ‘yay’ or ‘nay’ on “If that was it, we’d still have a council. “However, we cannot similar to Prop. 8, but there is no set the first openly transgender legisla- this issue,” LaBonge said. “We lot to celebrate,” Jean added. See Sales tax page 21 On Tuesday, she was still in dis- precedent with DOMA. tor in the country’s history, and belief that the gay marriage ballot “I worry any time a case that is Ohio elected its first openly gay measures passed in Maine, so important to us goes before the Republican to its Legislature. Iowa Detectives seek leads in Maryland, Washington and Supreme Court, because it’s so retained a Supreme Court judge murder on Redondo Ave. Minnesota. undecided,” she added. See LGBT leaders page 21 By edwin folven in the murder, and investigators Development window closes for mansions have few leads. They are hoping Leads are being sought in the nearby residents may have seen Developers who submitted plans 2006. It was signed by Mayor once the 18-month period has murder of 51-year-old woman who something in the hours leading up for mega-mansions days prior to Antonio Villaraigosa in April 2011 completed. As of Nov. 9, develop- was found dead on Nov. 8 in front to the murder. They are also seek- the implementation of the Baseline and officially went into effect on ers need to be out of plan check of her house in the 2100 block of S. ing surveillance camera footage Hillside Ordinance (BHO) saw May 9, 2011. with issued permits should they Redondo Ave. from Nov. 7 and 8 from any busi- their 18-month development win- The Vested Development Plan wish to avoid complying with the No arrests have been made and nesses in the area around dow end on Nov. 9. provision of the Los Angeles BHO. All permitted developments, no suspects have been identified, Washington Boulevard, between Now going forward, new single- municipal code stipulates that however, may still be constructed. according to detectives with the Hauser Boulevard and La Brea family hillside developments will developers have 18 months to per- When enacted, the Baseline Los Angeles Police Department’s Avenue, with the hope that images only be permitted if they comply mit their projects before their Hillside Ordinance was a sweep- West Bureau Homicide Unit. The of a suspect or vehicle was cap- with the BHO, also commonly rights expire once an application is ing measure designed to protect victim, identified as Anita tured. referred to as the hillside mansion- submitted. neighborhoods from big box con- Henderson, was found lying Anyone with information is ization ordinance. These develop- “We put this ordinance in place structions that were too large for unconscious on her driveway asked to contact Det. Luis ments must also comply with other to protect our fragile hillsides,” the lots on which they were situat- around 5 p.m. Paramedics pro- Carranza, with the LAPD’s West strict hillside regulations. LaBonge said. “And today we can ed. nounced her dead at the scene. She Homicide Bureau, at (213)382- A motion to create a hillside finally shut the door. The buck The ordinance brought a sense apparently died from major head 9470. During weekends and off- mansionization ordinance was stops here.” of scale back to historic hillside trauma. hours, call the LAPD’s 24-hour introduced by Councilman Tom There are no provisions to neighborhoods, according to No motive has been established hotline at (877)LAPD247. LaBonge, 4th District, in June extend the rights of developers LaBonge’s office. Korean American Democratic Committee endorses Feuer City attorney candidate and cur- efficient and effective. Beyond rent Assemblyman Mike Feuer won these objectives, Mike also shares the endorsement of the Korean our values and ideals. He’s by far American Democratic Committee the best candidate to lead the City (KADC) on Nov. 9. Attorney’s Office. We are pleased Since its inception in 1992, the to give him our wholehearted committee has worked to mobilize endorsement.” the Korean American communities As part of the KADC’s continu- in Southern California to vote and ing effort to educate, engage and to participate in the local, state and empower Korean Americans in federal electoral process. In Los mainstream politics, the committee Angeles, Koreatown is often seen has conducted voter education cam- as the overseas Korean paigns and voter registration drives, capital, and in recent years the volunteered with political cam- city has emerged as a major center paigns, organized fundraisers and of the Korean American communi- hosted forums and mixers with ty. political candidates and community “Mike Feuer understands the leaders. needs and concerns of Los Angeles’ “The Korean American commu- Korean American community,” nity is central to the future of Los Matthew Yang, president of Angeles,” Feuer said. “I am delight- KADC, said. “He’s focused on our ed and encouraged by the support issues: ensuring a strong local econ- of the Korean American omy and a healthy business envi- Democratic Committee, and look ronment, working for safe neigh- forward to joining with its members borhoods and good schools for our to mobilize the Korean American kids and making government more community for the March election.”

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Healthcare foundation to take Measure B statewide Workers protest Regus project By edwin folven The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is hoping to build on its success with the pas- sage of Measure B last week by taking the push for condom usage in adult films statewide. Whitney Engeran-Cordova, senior director of public health for AHF, said implementing statewide legislation would limit adult film producers’ ability to circumvent the new law by simply moving outside of Los Angeles County. He said AHF will waste no time in try- ing to expand the scope of the measure, and plans to lobby law- makers throughout the state to sup- photo by Edwin Folven port new legislation. The “Yes on B” big rig toured the county in support of Measure B prior to “We have gone to the state Nov. 6. Whether it will roll out statewide is unknown. Legislature before with this kind of plan … most of the legislators makers in support of the new leg- Joel Bellman, a spokesman for Los were ‘icked’ out about a bill about islation, but will start with legisla- Angeles County Supervisor Zev porn,” Engeran-Cordova said. “We tors in the Los Angeles area. He Yaroslavsky, 3rd District, said the were very discouraged at the pace said they are still formulating a L.A. County Department of Public government was moving, so we plan. Lobbying will likely begin Health is spearheading the effort to photo by Aaron Blevins within the next few weeks, ahead formulate the county’s approach. decided to move forward with Workers with IBEW Local 11 protested outside of Regus’ Miracle Mile Measure B. Our argument to the of the new legislative session He added that it is unknown how business center last week, claiming that the company is cheating the legislators is now going to be, over beginning in January. long the process will take. one million California voters have “We’re still putting it together. “Right now, we are in the pre- community by using Son Power Industries to perform electrical work gone on record to support better We’re looking at what provisions liminary, exploratory phase of on its tenant improvement project. IBEW Local 11 has alleged that safety in the adult film industry. of Measure B might be applica- implementing the law,” Bellman Son Power Industries does not meet labor standards because it does We need to make this consistent, ble,” he said. “Each county has its said. “The county departments will not fully provide pension and healthcare to all of its employees. and we are looking at requiring the own health department, and we are waste no time in putting the people Regus representatives did not respond to a request for comment, health departments in all counties going to have to do something that together who are needed to put this and Son Power Industries could not be reached by deadline. of California to ensure that when works for both big and small coun- into practice as soon as possible, somebody gets a permit, they will ties.” but we just don’t know.” have to certify that they will be The push for a statewide mea- Representatives from the LAPD honors Dodgers ownership using condoms.” sure comes at the same time coun- Department of Public Health did Engeran-Cordova said AHF has ty officials are working to figure not return calls seeking comment. The Los Angeles Police community outreach and youth not yet lobbied any specific law- out how to enforce Measure B. See Statewide page 14 Foundation honored new Los programs that are not provided by Angeles Dodger owners Mark the city budget. Walter, Stan Kasten and Earvin Gala guests had the opportunity “Magic” Johnson at the 13th annu- to view the latest police technolo- LAUSD board restores full 2012-2013 school year al True Blue Gala on Nov. 10 at gy, vehicles, weapons, anti-terror- The Los Angeles Unified School statewide initiative on last week’s 4th District, said simply, “It’s about Dodger Stadium’s Top of the Park. ism and crime-prevention equip- District (LAUSD) Board of ballot that raises the sales tax by time.” In his remarks to the board, The Los Angeles Police ment, and LAPD officers were on Education voted unanimously on one-quarter percent for four years, Deasy said the resolution, which he Foundation is the largest source of hand to provide demonstrations of Nov. 13 to approve the and increases personal income introduced, honors employees private support for the LAPD and the equipment and answer ques- Superintendent John Deasy’s rec- taxes on annual earnings of “while enabling students to attend funds equipment and technology tions about all of the interactive ommendation to rescind furlough $250,000 and above to provide classes for a full year.” upgrades, specialized training, exhibits. days for nearly 60,000 employees, more funds for public education. and for the first time since 2007-08, “We heard loud and clear from implement a full, 180-day academ- voters that people do not want more ic calendar for more than 660,000 cuts to education,” said board pres- K-12 students. ident Mónica García, 2nd District. Five instructional days will be “Restoring the academic year and restored during the second semester rescinding furlough days are an of the 2012-13 school year, which important step to recovery from our had been shortened because of bud- financial crisis. Working together, get cuts. Details will be announced we are always powerful, and by before Thanksgiving. working together we can win and The action was made possible by children benefit.” voter approval of Prop. 30, the Board member Steve Zimmer,

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Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 November 15, 2012 Affleck supports the Congolese American Indian Los Angeles River on display Heritage month celebrated Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa hon- ored the diverse, indigenous com- munities in the city of Los Angeles during the opening ceremonies of the 7th Annual American Indian Heritage Month at City Hall on Nov. 9. The city of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Native American Indian Commission presented the American Indian Heritage Month Opening Ceremony, themed, “Honoring the Valor, Traditions and Dreams of Our Warriors,” with a ceremony in council chambers fol- lowed by a program and reception on the city hall forecourt. During the program, Mayor Villaraigosa honored the Native American Veterans Association (NAVA) with photo courtesy of the MAK Center the American Indian Heritage photo by Jill Weinlein The MAK Center for Art and Architecture presents an exhibit titled Month Award. William Givens, “Garage Exchange Vienna-Los Angeles: Crossings”, running Actor, writer and director Ben Affleck appeared at the Human Rights founding member of NAVA, from Friday, Nov. 16 through March 2. Watch’s (HRW) annual dinner on Nov. 12 at the Beverly Hills Hotel accepted on behalf of the organiza- Works by Hans Schabus, in collaboration with The Center for Land to discuss his work in helping people in the Democratic Republic of tion. Use Interpretation (CLUI), will be displayed at the Garage Top at the Congo. Affleck recently founded the Eastern Congo Initiative (ECI) American Indian Heritage Month Mackey Apartments on South Cochran Avenue, home to the MAK to support sustainable economic and social development in the east- launches a multitude of cultural Center Artists and Architects-in-Residence program. Just as the MAK ern Congo. Aflfleck joined members of the HRW’s Student Task events, arts activities and free music Center residencies promote cultural exchange by inviting early career Force, as well as Abbe Benoit Kinalegu (right), who was honored classes for elementary, middle and practitioners to work and study in Los Angeles, “Garage Exchange” with the Alison Des Forges Award for Extraordinary Activism. As a high school students. The music provides former residents the opportunity to exhibit with a Los Catholic priest serving in the Democratic Republic of Congo, classes celebrate, preserve and pro- Angeles-based colleague. During his 2005 residency, Austrian artist Kinalegu exposed the 2008 Christmas massacre committed by the mote various Southern California Schabus developed “Los Angeles River Crossings”, a project in which native music traditions by exploring Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). He worked with HRW researcher Ida he walked the entire 52-mile length of the river, mapping and docu- and presenting songs in historical menting its more than 100 bridges. In a parallel venture, CLUI creat- Sawyer to investigate and expose the locations where the massacre context. The courses rely heavily on ed “Salt Flats Crossings”, which documents Interstate 80 in north- occurred. Kinalegu currently works to rehabilitate the victims of knowledge passed down generation- western Utah and the sites where it is crossed by drainage culverts. atrocities committed by Joseph Kony and other leaders of the LRA. to-generation through oral tradition The exhibition opens with a free public reception on Thursday, Nov. In accepting the award, Kinalegu thanked President Barack Obama and inter-generational teaching. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. The Mackey Apartments and Mackey Garage Top for his support in passing legislation intended to end the rapes, For a list of events, call (213)922- are located at 1137 S. Cochran Ave. For information, call (323)651- killing and mutilations in Africa. 9762 or visit www.culturela.org. 1510, or visit www.makcenter.org.

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Down 1. Take for a ride 2. Chewed stimulant 3. Essen basin A salute to female veterans in ‘84 4. Parrot 5. Toward the middle 6. Punishments, of a kind 7. Lieutenant 8. Young salmon 9. Old party members 10. Military rate, British 11. Paris bisector 12. Salad green 13. Dickey 21. “The Age of Anxiety” poet 22. Rail family bird 25. Propagates 26. Kind of school 27. Stevedore 28. Player on the dealer’s left 29. Cubed 33. Mold 35. Gaucho’s weapon 36. “Sit ___!” 37. Information unit Across 31. Nuncupative 39. Salmon River locale 1. Take a powder 32. City west of Tulsa 40. Sine or cosine 6. Firmly secured 34. Grill grub 45. Family subdivisions 10. Fungal spore sacs 38. The main event 47. City near the Douro River 14. Two-door 41. Racing network 48. Some parties 15. Prom conveyance 42. Bristle 49. Barbarian 16. European capital 43. Settled 50. High spot 17. Hurt 44. Film stars’ org. 51. ___ Hall 18. Effluvium 46. Touch off 54. Chinese dollar 19. Is positioned 48. Damages 55. Bust maker 20. Nuptials necessity 52. Stretch of turbulent water 56. Not leave alone 23. Calendar abbr. 53. Ralph and Alice 57. Rub the wrong way 24. Most concise 59. Ambience 58. Ooze U.S. Women’s Army Corps veteran and Curson Towers resident 25. Marvelous 60. Case 30. Ed.’s request 61. Pie cuts, essentially Answers page 22 Stacey Fletcher was pictured in the Oct. 25, 1984 issue of the Park Labrea News in an article about a campaign she spearheaded to honor female veterans. Fletcher enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps in 1943 after her husband had been killed during the attack Annual Operation Christmas Child has commenced on Pearl Harbor. In 1978, she formed the Women’s Army Corps’ With Thanksgiving right around (800)353-5949. kind. Veterans Association, and in 1980, launched the campaign to have the corner, Los Angeles residents Operation Christmas Child, a Anyone can participate in female veterans formerly recognized with the help of sponsor, Sen. are putting their gratitude in project of international Christian Operation Christmas Child. For Alan Cranston (D-CA). In 1984, President Ronald Reagan dedicat- action. Through Operation relief and evangelism organization information about the program, ed the week of Nov. 11 through 17 as “National Women’s Veterans Christmas Child, locals will fill Samaritan’s Purse, is the world’s call (714)432-7030 or visit Recognition Week”. This year, veterans were honored at events at empty shoeboxes with toys, school largest Christmas project of its www.samaritanspurse.org/occ. Dodger Stadium and in West Hollywood, among other locations. For supplies and necessity items for information, see page 1. impoverished children around the world. From Nov. 12 through 19, packed gifts will be dropped off at Statewide initiative begins collection sites in the Los Angeles From page 6 area. Once dropped off, the shoe boxes are processed, prepared and Engeran-Cordova said AHF repre- Weinstein said. “Voter sentiment transported to suffering children in sentatives understand that it will favoring safer sex in adult films is more than 100 countries. take some time to create a plan for pretty clear. It’s only fair that these Locally, the collection site is enforcement, and they are willing performers be afforded the same located at the First Presbyterian to work with the county to find the safeguards as other Californians in Church of Hollywood, 1781 La best way to implement such a plan. their workplaces.” Baig Ave. For information, call The proposal is for adult film pro- ducers to pay a fee when obtaining health permits, which would fund spot checks at adult film sites. It is estimated to cost approximately $300,000 annually to enforce the      plan, although the exact figure has not yet been determined. “We have to figure out how to    implement it legally and effective- ly,” Engeran-Cordova said. “We can’t wait too long. Six months is    a rational time frame.” Following the passage of Measure B on Nov. 6, several adult film producers threatened to move out of Los Angeles County — and  () %#$.+)#& ))#&*" '%%+&#*. even out of the country — or file a ).''$'') . lawsuit blocking enforcement.  AHF president Michael Weinstein && #&#*" said in a statement that he is confi- dent those tactics will not threaten #&'$ ,&)( +#&! the implementation of Measure B. #&'.'- )#&! “An overwhelming majority of voters in Los Angeles spoke out in support of safer sex practices in ( ''(*#*" the adult film industry through &.+(") their votes for Measure B. Unlike $$))/ ') some politicians or editorial writ- ers, it seems the voters were not  &#&, &' squeamish about this issue, seeing this as a means to protect the  "#(*')&! $ ) /# &) '&  health and safety of performers working in the industry,”    /--- $''(', (#&!+&$#%#* '%

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At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 8500 Court approves graffiti injunction block of Beverly. A permanent injunction was ages and civil penalties. Police Blotter An unknown suspect committed a entered on Nov. 7 against the The settlement requires each burglary in the 400 block of N. Fairfax at 6:30 p.m. Metro Transit Assassins (MTA), defendant to pay in full all court- The following information was reported to the West Hollywood Sheriff’s one of the city’s most prolific and ordered restitution for past graffiti Station and the LAPD’s Wilshire Division between Nov. 6 and Nov. 10, At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect destructive graffiti or “tagging” damage, submit to an information- 2012. If you are a victim of a crime, here are the telephone numbers of local committed a petty theft in the 300 crews. al interview with law enforcement law enforcement agencies; Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division block of S. Cochran. (323)485-4022 and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West The final judgment, approved by to enhance police efforts to inves- Hollywood Station (310)855-8850. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge tigate and prosecute graffiti van- An unknown suspect committed a Deidre Hill, will now allow the dals, and perform 100 hours of burglary in the 7100 block of city to serve, and prosecute viola- graffiti removal. Each defendant The following crimes occurred in Melrose at 10:30 p.m. tions of the “tagger injunction” on must also state that he is no longer West Hollywood and the areas At 12:20 p.m., an unknown sus- any additional or future members a graffiti vandal. Three of the set- patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire pect committed a burglary in the Nov. 9 of the MTA crew identified by law tling defendants have now com- and Hollywood Divisions between 7000 block of Lanewood. enforcement. The ruling also pleted all terms of the settlement Nov. 6 and Nov. 10, and were At 12:05 a.m., an unknown sus- compiled from crimemapping.com. An unknown suspect burglarized a pect committed a petty theft in the implemented settlements with and have been dismissed. residence in the 1000 block of N. 1600 block of N. Cherokee. eight defendants named in the The city prevailed on all Nov. 6 Gardner at 1:14 p.m. injunction, entered defaults against Constitutional issues raised by the An unknown suspect committed a two more defendants and dis- ACLU in court hearings held in At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 200 block of S. missed a final defendant who was the case, and established that a stole a bicycle in the 300 block of stole a bicycle in the 8900 block of Irving at 10 a.m. deported. “tagger injunction” is a valid legal San Vicente. Santa Monica. Under the settlements, the city is tool available to law enforcement At 5:30 p.m., a vehicle burglary entitled to a modified gang injunc- for addressing graffiti vandalism An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- was reported near the corner of tion enforceable throughout by tagging crews. vehicle parked in the 5900 block of cle parked in the 100 block of N. Gardner and Melrose. California that would prohibit the According to the Los Angeles Wilshire at 4:15 a.m. Poinsettia at 7 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a defendants from associating with Department of Public Works, tag- other members of MTA in public, ging crews and taggers are respon- At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- At 7 p.m., a vehicle burglary was vehicle parked near the corner of pect committed a strong-arm rob- reported in the 600 block of N. Las Sycamore and DeLongpre at 6 prohibit them from possessing sible for much of the 31 million bery in the 7800 block of Santa Palmas. p.m. graffiti tools and require that the square feet of graffiti at 650,000 Monica. defendants obey an adult curfew. locations across Los Angeles. The An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect In addition, the members would be city pays $10 million annually in An unknown suspect burglarized a cle parked in the 1000 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 1200 liable for substantial money dam- clean up costs. vehicle parked near the corner of Ogden at 10 p.m. block of N. Beachwood. Melrose and Martel at 2:30 p.m. At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a At 4:15 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglary in the 800 block of committed a burglary in the 5900 1000 block of Orange Grove. Melrose at 7:15 p.m. ‘Bling Ring’ block of Colgate. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Nov. 10 member pleads An unknown suspect burglarized a tim in the 600 block of N. Wilton at 11 p.m. vehicle parked in the 400 block of At 1:15 a.m., a burglary was Roy Lopez on Nov. 8 pleaded N. Citrus at 6 p.m. reported at a residence in the 1000 guilty to one count of receiving Nov. 8 block of Mansfield. At 11:14 p.m., an unknown sus- stolen property, and received three pect committed a burglary in the At 5:46 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a years of formal probation. 900 block of Palm. burglarized a vehicle parked in the victim in the 8500 block of Santa “Roy has been fighting for almost 1800 block of N. Fuller. Monica at 10 a.m. three years. He was unemployed An unknown suspect committed a and had become homeless at various grand theft in the 7700 block of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect times,” his attorney, David Lexington at 11:50 p.m. cle parked near the corner of burglarized a vehicle parked in the Diamond, said. “Roy has never been Poinsettia and Oakwood at 5 p.m. 1500 block of N. Fuller. in Paris Hilton’s residence, and he Nov. 7 can now stand firm by this claim because both the evidence and the court support this contention.” Convicted felon pleads in stolen Hollywood goods case Diamond also became a “friend of the court” counsel for co-defendant A 36-year-old convicted felon S. Rubin, meaning there was no dreds of stolen items. Much of the Diana Tamayo, who received three pleaded guilty on Nov. 9 to 16 negotiated settlement from prose- property had been reported stolen years of formal probation, and was counts of receiving thousands of cutors. in a series of car burglaries in the ordered to complete 60 days of dollars worth of stolen cameras, Rey was arrested April 17 after Hollywood area. Caltrans, with credit given for time laptops, jewelry and high-end elec- an alert resident called police when Rey, who was on probation at the served. tronics, the District Attorney’s he noticed a suspicious suspect dri- time of his arrest for pleading guilty The two are part of a group of five Office announced. ving a Mercedes convertible. Los to receiving stolen property in people who were indicted in 2010 Deputy District Attorney Angeles police tracked the rented 2011, is facing four years in state for allegedly netting more than $3 Rebecca Brownstone said Sean car to Rey. When they searched his prison when he returns Dec. 4 for million in stolen goods from several Rey pleaded “open” to Judge Rand apartment, police discovered hun- sentencing. eelebrities’ homes.

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Letters to the Editor Santa Claus is en route! Community council they are celebrating their fourth Families and children can greet Santa Claus as he year with original Brazilian rides the rails of Ventura County on Saturday atmosphere is ‘toxic’ dancers. evening, Nov. 24. The “Santa Train” is powered by We purchased our little gem in a Baldwin 1913 vintage steam locomotive known as [Re: “For Mid-City, election 1983 when Hollywood Beach was “The #14”, and is the Fillmore & Western Railway season isn’t over”, Nov. 8 issue] completely unknown — lucky us. Company’s only non-passenger train of the year. Maybe if more people knew about Now it has become popular, and as The “Santa Train” will stop at 5 p.m. at the the call for candidates, there would a result, the restaurants are getting Montalvo Metrolink Platform in East Ventura; at be more participation. The out- much better. The thing about 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of Bristol and reach was pathetic. Change and Oxnard/Hollywood Beach is that if Montgomery streets (Northbank pedestrian cross- growth takes enormous effort, cre- you are not heading there, you will ing); and at 6:10 p.m. at Alelia Street in Saticoy. The ative ideas and community out- miss it by about five miles due to train will arrive at the Santa Paula depot at 7:10 reach. The Mid-City West the way it juts out into the ocean p.m., and continue to Fillmore, arriving at approxi- Community Council (MCWCC) away from the 101 [Freeway]. mately 8:20 p.m. There will be a reception at the has failed miserably to that end. It Movie Train Café, 501 Santa Clara St. Visitors are is so mired in bureaucracy, it can’t Tom Kneafsey asked to bring an unwrapped toy to be donated to seem to get out of its own way. Hancock Park needy children. For information, call (805)524- The Department of 2546, or visit www.fwry.com. Neighborhood Empowerment photo courtesy of the Fillmore & Western Railway Company (DONE), is literally an oxymoron. DONE has so many rules and reg- ulations that it makes it practically impossible to have a functional group, while adhering to its convo- #%$ luted structure. We’d be in better shape if MCWCC were disbanded and started from scratch with the #' original intention as their goal. Community councils are sup- posed to reflect their community’s "$ position and convey this informa- tion to the powers that be in the $! $  city. Unfortunately, politics have destroyed this process, and all the  !!&!&# community councils are good for     now is to push the agendas of          those who choose to serve on the board. Not many citizens are will- ing to put themselves into this toxic environment.

Lorelei Shark Los Angeles

Speed bumps may not solve 6th Street issues

[Re: Collision prompts calls for safety measures, Aug. 8 issue] I live on Burnside and 6th Street and we also have a lot of traffic acci- dents. Something serious has to be implemented and soon. I don’t know if a speed bump will be enough, as we have them on Burnside and cars still speed. It’s so tragic that she lost her life while waiting to cross. Drivers drive too fast just to get to the next red light. Several young kids also cross 6th and Burnside coming from school. Many drivers, especially later at night, speed and go through red lights. Perhaps signs with a speed limit would help.

Wanda Ivey

Hollywood Beach has much to offer

I loved the attached article on Oxnard [“24 hour travelin’, destina- tion: Oxnard”, Nov. 8 issue], espe- cially [the part about] Hollywood Beach. We have a second home in Hollywood Beach, Casa Del Sol, just a block from where Michelle Kenney’s family had the original La Dolce Vita. Michelle’s mom, Gerry, is a wonderful woman and an outstanding entrepreneur. Your article reminded me that we need to go to Michelle’s restaurant in Heritage Square. However, in Hollywood Beach, you missed what we think is by far the best restaurant — called Moqueca !)(!!' Brazilian Cuisine — which is owned and operated by an entire !)(!!  Brazilian family (the mom’s the chef and the daughter, and son and daughter-in-law all work there). It    overlooks the harbor. This month, (((!)(!!%!)!%! 18 November 15, 2012 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press With ‘Skyfall’, James Bond reaches Oscar heights James Bond’s never risen as nered the market on good fun, high or gone deeper than in while “Skyfall” questions the glitz “Skyfall”. Since the franchise’s and glamour of this international reboot with “Casino Royale”, man of mystery. When he seduces we’ve seen a darker side of mod- women, there are consequences –– ernism’s most one-dimensional even worse when he falls in love. hero, and the third time finally sets And nobody becomes an agent a splendid path worth replicating like Bond without a unique past, for films to come. With Sam As a reboot on its third cinemat- and for the first time, we’re Mendes (“American Beauty” and ic installment, “Skyfall” also func- allowed a glimpse of that troubled “Revolutionary Road”) at the tions as an origin story for many period known as his youth. Finally, helm, the world’s top secret agent, other characters in the Bond-verse, we learn something about Bond’s created by spy novelist Ian like a young Euro-hipster Q (Ben tragic past and the rather question- Fleming back in 1952, is finally Whishaw), who provides Bond able decisions M made for the sake ready for an Oscar nod. with some handy gadgets. But of “God and country.” Fans of the Ignoring the all-guts-no-story of don’t expect any grappling hook golden era of heroes won’t find “Quantum of Solace”, this is a watches or Steve Maddens with “Skyfall’s” confused ethics exhila- Bond in turmoil post-“Royale”. hidden longswords in the sole; Q’s rating, but for newer audiences Emasculated, James’ (Daniel toys are a bit more practical and and those of us ready for Bond to Craig) espionage career turns sour far less campy. We meet a few grow up, this one’s the stellar cli- after a mission gone awry. more familiar faces, but why spoil max “Royale’s” tone foresaw. photos courtesy of Sony Pictures Unfortunately, villainy awaits no the surprise? Agent 007 reaches new emo- James Bond (Daniel Craig) fights bad guys in Shanghai in “Skyfall”, man’s recovery, as a new threat For over 50 years and 24 films, tional heights. I’ve said it before, which was released last week. specifically targets MI6, namely Bond’s latest installment is better Craig out-Bonds the rest. Roger its leader, M (Judi Dench), forcing than it should be (I know, “Never Moore was fun, and Timothy our cocktail-lovin’ protagonist Say Never Again” was a remake of Dalton and Pierce Brosnan took refreshing spin to Q, replacing the usual Bond-girl one-night back into the field to shoot his way “Thunderball”, so it doesn’t count; the character to darker depths, and gadgets with digital skills, we stand. through the breadcrumbs to a but it happened, so let’s just move how can I even compare Craig to meet several other memorable Prior to “Skyfall”, Mendes Joker-esque nemesis, Silva (Javier on and count it for the sake of Sean Connery’s sensational por- characters. Coming down from the rarely dabbled with action. His Bardem). organization). Bond long ago cor- trayals? (Sorry, I could care less Voldemort high, Ralph Fiennes two attempts (“Jarhead” and about George Lazenby). Alas, settles for Gareth Mallory, a gov- “Road to Perdition”) back-seated Craig eclipses them all taking the ernment lackey who just might be explosions for the sake of com- character to vulnerable locales. a friend of the agency. And then pelling characters. No such subtle- His confidence is but a facade for ty occurs here: the action the pain beneath, and Craig knows sequences are just as grandiose as how to capitalize on such com- “For over 50 years the performances. “Solace” plexities. and 24 films, showed us the numbing power of Goldfinger, Ernst Stavro overkill (plane, boat, motorcycle Blofeld, Oddjob and, now, Silva: Bond’s latest and car chases are but a few of the Bardem’s performance as the installment is grand spectacles included), while maniacal antihero hellbent on hurt- “Skyfall” turns high speed thrills ing M tops the average world- better than it and shootouts into combat chore- domination formula of other should be.” ography –– a dance to the death flicks. He might be just as crazy as starring spies and mercenaries. the rest, but he’s methodical and “Skyfall” isn’t just fun, it’s moves with great purpose. Equally inspiring –– an actioner with more sadistic and enthralling, Bardem there’s Eve (Naomie Harris from dimensions than the average art- finds a way to top his depiction of “28 Days Later”), Bond’s right house flick. This just might be the Anton in “No Country For Old hand gal in the field. But don’t best Bond film ever, and it’s easily Men”. start undressing this attractive one of the top movies, dramatic Along with Ben Whishaw’s agentress; there’s more to her than and action-based, of the year.

photos courtesy of Sony Pictures Daniel Craig (left) and Javier Bardem star in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures/Columbia Pictures/EON Productions’ action adventure “Skyfall”. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 November 15, 2012 Families clash in ‘You Can’t Take It With You’ George S. Kaufman and Moss Mad About up for a fancy dinner with their in- Hart — or at least one of their laws-to-be. more memorable plays — are Theatre Bedlam isn’t word enough to alive and well at Antaeus Theatre describe the clash of the in North Hollywood. I’m sure the Sycamores and the Kirbys. Not to diligent and prolific playwrights mention the large cast of charac- would be gratified to see the qual- ters, such as Grand Duchess Olga ity of the production of “You Can’t Katrina (Shannon Holt/Amelia Take It With You” at Deaf West White); Essie and Ed Carmichael, Theatre on Lankershim, where newlyweds who a printing Antaeus has been using the cozy by Madeleine Shaner machine, though she dances; a G- facility while Deaf West is out of man who’s hunting down grandpa town. to bumblers, from old souls to new- for back taxes, and Boris borns, and everything in between. Kolenkhov (Jeff Doba/Jacob Anything goes here: Mother, also Sidney). There are also a couple of “It’s great, really, known as Penny Sycamore (Julia servants, Rheba (Veralyn Fletcher alternating with Eve Jones/Karen Malina White) and and you don’t need Gordon), is everybody’s mother, Donald (Larry Bates/John to know the even though she spends her days Wesley), and Uncle Tom Cobley. names, just go see writing plays, which will probably (Not really — Uncle Tom Cobley never be performed, but that’s not is from a kindergarten verse that the play. You’ll be the point. Down in the cellar, pater- just came into my head.) Suffice it photo by Geoffrey Wade glad you did.” familias Paul Sycamore (Paul to say, it’s a huge cast. Josh Clark (left) and Jeremy Glazer perform in “You Can’t Take It With Eiding/Marcelo Tubert) is making Superbly directed by Gigi You” at the Deaf West Theatre. fireworks with his old friend, Mr. Bermingham, who is also a terrific De Pinna (Tony Abatemarco/Jerry actress. It’s great, really, and you Guskin). Grandpa Vanderhoff don’t need to know the names, just “You Can’t Take It With You” Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 8 The play is an old one, but you (Lawrence Pressman/Michael go see the play. You’ll be glad you runs through Dec. 9 at the Antaeus p.m., Saturdays; and 2 p.m. can’t beat the best, however hard Hyland) is ruling fondly, or sternly, did. If you already saw it, go see it Company, 5112 Lankershim Sundays. Tickets are $30 to $34. you try. Briefly, the Sycamore from a wheelchair. And Alice (Kate again. If you didn’t, shame on you, Blvd., North Hollywood. For information, call (818)506- extended family, which includes Maher/Lizzie Zerebko) has just and go see it anyway. Showtimes are at 8 p.m., 1983, or visit www.Antaeus.org. anyone who needs a home, inhabits announced her engagement to Tony a comfy old house that has proba- Kirby (Nicholas D’Agosto/Jeremy bly seen everything from new Glazer) whose parents arrive in the babies to grandfathers, from artists seemingly mad house, all dressed

photo by Geoffrey Wade Tony Abatemarco (left) plays Mr. De Pinna and Marcelo Tubert is Paul Sycamore in “You Can’t Take It With You”.

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Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 November 15, 2012 Students salute veterans in WeHo From page 1 member who works in the VA hos- person a veteran, and some students you have to do.” pital in West Los Angles. mistakenly thought that, perhaps, Teaching children about veterans She said she grew up as an “army they were veterans due to their fam- is also helpful for the armed forces, brat,” though she always wished ily’s military history. he said. Griffin said that teaching that her father, who fought in three “You have to serve for your students about the military may wars, had pursued a different country,” Griffin added. encourage some to sign up for ser- career, such as law. Now, Goetchius He asked if there were any stu- vice in the future. works in the West L.A. domiciliary dents in the audience who did not “For them to show interest in it program, which offers programs for know a veteran. When a few hands and to be inspired by the military residential treatment, combat trau- in the auditorium went up, Griffin early in their lives like this, it’s a ma, substance abuse, severe and reintroduced himself. Then, he wonderful thing,” he said. “It keeps chronic mental illness and getting asked the question again, and still a our country strong, and you just vets back to work. couple students raised their hands. can’t beat the joy you see in a “As I got older, I realized and Griffin chuckled. young person’s eyes with wanting appreciated the value that he gave “I’m going to ask you to do one to know, wanting to learn, wanting photo by Aaron Blevins to our society,” she said. “Through thing for a veteran this weekend,” to understand.” Students were impressed by the color guard that attended the West that, I realized I want my children, he said. “It’s a very simple thing. I Goetchius told the students that Hollywood Elementary School Veterans Day service last Friday. their friends — I want people to be would like for you, each and every it’s important to learn about veter- aware. It’s not about politics. It’s one of you, whoever you know ans because they often need the the 11th day of the 11th month in carried a … handkerchief with a just about supporting the veterans that’s a veteran, when you see him support of the country after they 1918. Charles mentioned the annu- message written in Chinese, asking and letting people know who the or her let them know that you thank return home. She said it also puts in al observances at the Arlington anyone encountering them to offer veterans are, especially our them very much for their service. perspective the freedoms that National Cemetery in Virginia. help. Col. Kranidas was indeed Vietnam veterans. When you work Can you do that? Let me hear Americans enjoy. Nicole French, whose children, helped by local Chinese people with them, you really realize how everybody in here say, ‘Thank you “[My boss] says to us, ‘You Zoey and Evan, attend West near the spot where he parachuted much they suffered from the trauma for your service.’” know what? We’re so fortunate Hollywood Elementary, sang the to a safe landing.” of returning to a society that was Griffin said he simply wants chil- because everyday we come to a job National Anthem. Their relative, She said Kranidas later joined the not very supportive of them.” dren to know and understand what and we have a mission — a very, Col. Evans Kranidas, was honored Marines and the U.S. Air Force, The Vietnam veteran on hand on being a veteran is all about. He said very special mission. And that mis- during the Veterans Day obser- serving all over the world, includ- Friday received a hearty welcome. it’s important that students realize sion is to serve and to care for and vance. ing Vietnam, from 1955 to 1975. Carlton Griffin, a former fire con- that blood, sweat and tears went support with dignity and pride the “Evan and Zoey’s grandfather, He received many medals, includ- trol technician for the U.S. Navy into making America “the greatest men and women who have served Col. Evans Kranidas, volunteered ing the Distinguished Service who also works at the VA, was country in the world.” in our armed forces.’ That gives me to join the Air Force and fly to Cross, and was laid to rest at among the presenters, and he knew “Most of them have friends or a tremendous sensibility to know Germany to fight the Germans in Arlington with full military honors, how to get a group of young people family members that have been in that I’m providing support to peo- WWII,” Charles said. “He later Charles said. In a prior assembly, riled up. the service, and they may not fully ple who have given so much to our trained the Flying Tigers, an the school honored Goetchius’ “Bad news: You guys don’t have understand what that’s all about,” country,” Goetchius added. American volunteer group trained father, Brigadier General Cutrona. to come to school on Monday,” he Griffin added. “But when I look Principal Julia Charles gave the to defend China, one of the United Lastly, the students gave Griffin a said, and the students cheered into the eyes of the kids and, like students a brief history of Veterans States’ allies during that war, bag full of hand-made cards to mightily. when the color guard came in, they Day, which coincides with other against a potential attack by the share with the VA veterans. The Griffin quizzed the students on were really excited about that. holidays, such as Armistice Day Japanese. …On his last mission of staff also gave him a plaque and the major branches of the military …You can just see their wanting to and Remembrance Day. She said it the war — a top secret one — Col. thanked him for serving the coun- —– the Navy, Army, Air Force, know. They have a lot of informa- marks the anniversary of the Kranidas had to eject from his B24 try. Marines and Coast Guard. He also tion about what the military’s all Germans signing the armistice, Little Raider airplane over China. “You’re very welcome, very wel- asked the students what makes a about, about what a veteran is, what which occurred on the 11th hour of Members of the Flying Tigers each come,” Griffin said.

Los Angeles Zoo, an alternative Proposal could be hard to swallow Sales tax ballot measure approved management structure for the Los From page 1 From page 4 Angeles Convention Center, posi- tion cuts, department consolida- lose sight of the urgent and ongoing on growing our economy and creat- tions, the creation of a new econom- skip meat during their Monday “I think it should be maybe need to follow through with neces- ing jobs,” he said. ic development entity and the estab- meals. don’t eat wheat on Mondays, sary cost-cutting actions, public-pri- In his letter to the council, lishment of the city’s Budget “If we can just teach rather than don’t eat meat on vate partnership initiatives and Villaraigosa said that, before he sup- Stabilization Fund. He also asked Americans about how to take Mondays,” DeRosa said. “I think municipal efficiency efforts.” ports the ballot measure, he would that the Los Angeles Police control over their own health they spelled it wrong. It’s just a LaBonge cautioned that the reso- like to see the council move forward Department’s hiring rates be main- issues, a simple act like eliminat- little typo.” lution, if passed, would not be a with a new operating model for the tained. ing meat from your diet can have He said he has managed to keep cure-all. However, it will benefit a very direct and quantifiable his waistline in check despite everything from public works and effect on your health in a positive incorporating meat into his diet. health to education and humanities, way,” Perry said. DeRosa said he eats gluten-free. he said. Cranes tower over La Brea project She said meat can affect one’s “If I’d just quit that wheat beer “It will balance the ability to do From page 3 heart health, lead to diabetes and on Saturday nights, I’d be fine,” basic services,” LaBonge added. exacerbate the childhood obesity he added. He acknowledged that there is “It’s uncomfortable, it’s dirty and “It’s uncomfortable to have any problem. Perry, who rarely eats An employee at M Grill, a some opposition to the tax increase things of that sort,” she said. “But construction of this magnitude,” meat, said the resolution aims to Brazillian churrascaria, was not proposal. Those same individuals it’s my understanding that the folks Horwitz said. “I can’t even imagine educate residents on how to con- pleased about the resolution are also opposed to potholes and at BRE have tried to mitigate that as living across the street from it.” trol their own destinies. either. decay, LaBonge said. much as possible. …They’re doing She said she was part of the suc- “It’s basically a very positive “Of course, this is going to bug “People will have to consider it the best they can. I don’t think we cessful initiative to have the project resolution to encourage and sup- me. So, I’m going to call my city and hopefully they would vote for have a bad relationship with them. scaled down. Horwitz said she port the efforts of [Compassion councilman and [complain] about it, because we do need to make an The neighborhood is a very mixed believes the development will not Over Killing],” she added. that,” he said before abruptly investment in our infrastructure,” [in terms of residential offerings] help the area, as it will double the Lou DeRosa, the owner of hanging up. he added. neighborhood, and they’re a part of population of the neighborhood. Marconda’s Meats & Puritan Perry said she hadn’t spoken to Councilman Eric Garcetti, 13th the mix.” “I don’t know what to think of Poultry at the Farmers Market, any meat retailers or restaurants, District, voted against the resolu- Horwitz said the company had that,” she added. “I’ve never expe- took offense to the resolution, but felt the resolution and the ini- tion, saying that he believes the city been pouring concrete as early as 4 rienced that before. It’s not my pref- saying that his business offers tiative would be good for the city. should strive to grow its economy a.m., but neighbors had it stopped. erence, but how it’s going to affect food items that are more benefi- She said the country’s meat con- to help residents pay the bills and She said the construction has also us in the future, I don’t really know. cial to people than foods that sumption affects air quality, help the city provide essential ser- generated parking issues and has left How’s the subway [extension] weren’t targeted. drains resources and raises health vices. nearby streets messy. Workers have going to affect us in the future? I “My Piedmontese beef is lower and environmental concerns. “I believe that the focus must be also logged time on the weekends. don’t really know.” in fat and cholesterol than chick- “It’s labor intensive, and it has en, so they have to get their facts air quality impacts,” Perry said. right before they start telling us She said she hasn’t received what to do,” he said. “I really much feedback about the resolu- LGBT leaders laud recent election gains don’t like the government telling tion, aside from media inquiries. From page 4 me what to do anyway. That’s Perry said that it elevates the con- who backs gay marriage, Jean said. anything like it.” Jean referenced Obama’s victory ridiculousness. What kind of soci- versation about public health. “When the dust settles, in the next Jean said that virtually every time speech, in which he stated that ety have we become?” “I think that we have the oppor- few months, it is anticipated that Americans were given the opportuni- Americans will rise and fall togeth- DeRosa said he wasn’t both- tunity to embrace ideals and ini- four states will have openly LGBT ty to vote for freedom, they did. er as one family, despite political ered by the fact that the resolution tiatives and concepts that, through speakers,” the executive director “Notice has finally been served to divides. She said president-elects had the potential to affect his community awareness and educa- said. “When you look at all this anti-LGBT zealots in our country,” frequently state similar sentiments, business. He said it is not the tion, might help people,” she stuff combined, this was not incre- she added. “They can no longer count but 2012’s speech was not the usual city’s business whether he added. “I don’t see anything mental progress, this was an equali- on being able to use our lives, our rhetoric. decides to eat meat on a given wrong with that. …Take control ty landslide. …I really think this rights, our dignity as human beings as “This is the first time in my adult day. over your health.” election is ushering in a new era for a wedge issue. …I feel like the life that I ever felt like that includ- our community. We have never seen momentum is clearly on our side.” ed me,” Jean added. 22 November 15, 2012 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Subway construction commences From page 1 Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La and Wilshire/La Cienega. addition 30 years, is a setback for Cienega — in 2014. Mayor Antonio Exploratory drilling under Wilshire securing funding. However, it lost Villaraigosa and City Councilman Boulevard will also continue during by a close margin, which gives city Tom LaBonge, 4th District, joined the next 18 months in preparation and transportation officials opti- Metro officials and transportation for tunneling. Sotero said the surface mism that voters may support such a advocates in front of a mock subway parking lot at Detroit Street and measure in the future. It also gives car in a city parking lot near Detroit Wilshire Boulevard will remain local authorities leverage in asking Street and Wilshire Boulevard to open until the actual tunneling the federal government for funding, announce the start of construction. begins, but will eventually close and the mayor said. The announcement came at the be used as a construction staging “Already, some of the brightest future site of the Wilshire/La Brea site. people are working on a Plan B,” subway station. “We are going to be putting the said Villaraigosa, although he “Not so long ago, a regional trans- boring machine in at that location,” offered no specifics. “Measure J portation system was a fantasy. Sotero said. “First, we have to relo- needed a two-thirds majority, and we Now, Los Angeles is once again cate the electrical wiring. We will be almost reached that. Today marks a leading in transportation,” working with AT&T and the key step toward building a 21st photo by Edwin Folven Villaraigosa said. “We put the shov- Department of Water and Power to Century transportation system that Crews began utility relocation work on Wilshire Boulevard on Tuesday in els in the ground and are taking the get these lines relocated.” [residents] want and deserve.” preparation for subway construction. first step to extending the subway If residents or businesses experi- from downtown to the Westside.” ence disruption in service, they LaBonge donned a train conduc- should call the Metro construction tor’s hat for the ceremony, and said relations hotline at (213)922-6934 to the subway extension will make a expedite repairs.  big difference for commuters in Los The 3.9-mile stretch from  Angeles. Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La “It’s going to connect this great Cienega is expected to be completed city,” he said. “When we get this in 2023. Construction will then built, you will be able to go all the begin on the 2.6-mile segment to way from Westwood to Pasadena Century City, which has a comple- with a couple of transfers. It’s going tion date of 2026. The final 2.9-mile to be a great system.” section to Westwood is expected to Metro spokesman Dave Sotero open in 2035. said motorists and residents can Sotero said the overall cost esti- expect intermittent construction mate for the Westside Subway along Wilshire Boulevard between Extension is $6.3 billion, with 75 Western Avenue and La Cienega percent covered by Measure R fund- Boulevard during the preparatory ing. Metro will use federal grants for phase. Crews will mostly work at the remaining 25 percent of costs. night to minimize impacts, he said. Villaraigosa said the defeat last A majority of the work will be week of Measure J, which would around the new station locations, at have extended the half-cent sales tax Wilshire/LaBrea, Wilshire/Fairfax increase from Measure R for an

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