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Volume 30 No. 6 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities February 6, 2020 $50 million gift boosts ‘It’s called the Walk of Fame for a reason’ n Plan for revitalized LACMA’s transformation Walk of Fame focuses n Construction could begin by end of February on pedestrians

BY EDWIN FOLVEN David Geffen Galleries, a new BY CAMERON KISZLA building that will span Wilshire The County Boulevard, connects with the A proposal from Los Angeles Museum of Art has announced a street’s southern side at Spaulding City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, $50 million gift from the W.M. Avenue. The goal is to reach the 13th District, could lead to major Keck Foundation that coupled with $650-million mark by the end of changes for one of the city’s most other donations, places the museum February. When the money is well-known landmarks. on track to reach its $650 million raised, LACMA plans to get under- On Jan. 30, O’Farrell released a goal for its “Building LACMA” way with major construction. Four concept master plan for campaign. of the museum’s longstanding main and the rendering courtesy of the Council District 13 office More than $640 million has been Hollywood Walk of Fame, which City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell’s plan to redesign Hollywood raised thus far. The museum’s See New page 35 sees an estimated 10 million visi- Boulevard and the Walk of Fame would remove two traffic lanes in tors each year. O’Farrell said exchange for an expanded sidewalk. though the Walk of Fame and Hollywood Boulevard are well- Boulevard,” O’Farrell said. can more fully experience a newly known across the world, tourists, Part of his HEART of repaired Walk of Fame or enjoy a as well as residents and those who Hollywood initiative – HEART meal or coffee at a sidewalk café. work or own businesses in the stands for history, economy, arts It also plans to plant more shade area, could be experiencing a and architecture, renewal and tra- trees for a more pleasant environ- “much, much better” Hollywood. dition – O’Farrell’s plan seeks to ment and to install signage to alert “I have a pretty strong feeling highlight those qualities. The plan visitors to points of historical that we haven’t reached near our envisions wider sidewalks with full potential on Hollywood more space for pedestrians so they See Plan page 35

rendering courtesy of Atelier Peter Zumthor & Partner/The Boundary The new building at LACMA will span on the Miracle Navigating 30 years on the masthead Mile, as shown in this rendering. n It’s been an everyday adventure and a journey BH council candidates we’d take again debate issues in forum BY KAREN VILLALPANDO Elijah P. Lovejoy was an aboli- n All five ballot appear on the ballot – challengers tionist and newspaper publisher in Rabbi Sidney “Simcha” Green, the 1830s in Alton, Ill., my home- candidates and member of the city’s Technology town. A statue is erected there in write-in challenger Committee Robin Rowe and his honor. My first newspaper job discuss issues Planning Commissioner Lori was at the Alton Telegraph, just a Greene Gordon, and incumbents few blocks from the Lovejoy BY CAMERON KISZLA Lili Bosse and Dr. Julian Gold – Monument where I was a recep- were present for a candidate tionist and answered a rotary dial On Feb. 3, the candidates for forum hosted by the Municipal phone. I took classified ads, and Beverly Hills City Council faced League of Beverly Hills. later became the assistant to the off in the room over which they Attorney Aimee Zeltzer, who marketing director. In college, I soon hope to preside. qualified as a write-in candidate worked at the Columbia In the Council Chambers at Missourian while I earned my City Hall, all five candidates to See Municipal page 34 bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. The Missouri School of Journalism publishes the Missourian, a daily newspaper cir- photo from the Park Labrea News archives culated throughout the city. I edit- News that the Park Labrea News has new owners made the headlines ed news stories and sold advertis- on Jan. 11, 1990. Thirty years later, the publishers reflect on their jour- ing, and it was through the J- ney of a lifetime. School that I landed my first post- college job at the Los Angeles May 1988, at St. Mary’s Church in Publisher, called Park Labrea Daily News. Alton, just around the corner from News. After weighing our options, On my first day at the Daily the Telegraph building. we took a second mortgage on our News, then located in Van Nuys We left the Daily News to pur- house and purchased the bi-week- and owned by the Tribune sue other careers – Michael ly papers with a 3,400 circulation Company, I met Michael worked for movie producers and I from Chuck and Bunny Riley. photo by Cameron Kiszla Villalpando. He started his news- was a marketing director – yet we We officially took over the reins Robin Rowe, Lili Bosse, Rabbi Sidney Green, Lori Greene Gordon, paper career at Meredith longed for our newspaper days. on Jan. 1, 1990. Our first move Dr. Julian Gold and Aimee Zeltzer participated in the Municipal Newspapers in Echo Park. Four We answered an ad for a newspa- League of Beverly Hills forum on Feb. 3. years later we were married in per for sale in Editor and See 30 years page 4 2 February 6, 2020 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Billie Holiday play to 2:30 p.m. Join museum representa- 8949 Wilshire Blvd. (310)247-3600, tives as the explore the history behind oscars.org. Ebony Repertory Theatre presents the the Jenkins Family and its 1966 production “Lady Day at Emerson’s Volkswagen Type 2 Bus. Known as the Bar & Grill” running from Thursday, Jenkins Bus, the WeHo Winter Feb. 6, through Sunday, March 1, at the vehicle was used Nate Holden Performing Arts Center. by Esau and Janie Sounds Wren T. Brown will direct the drama B. Jenkins to help Enjoy a winter weekend evening filled with music by Lanie Robertson explor- fellow African with music during an installment of the ing the life of the legendary Billie Americans on city of West Hollywood’s Winter Holiday during one of her final perfor- John’s Island, Sounds Free Indoor Concert Series on mances in Philadelphia in March 1959, South Carolina, by Saturday, Feb. 8, at 5 p.m. in the West four months she died at the age of 44. transporting them Hollywood City Council Chambers. Karole Foreman will star in the title to Charleston in search for better educa- The George Sarah Ensemble will per- role. The play includes 14 of Holiday’s tion, jobs and a chance at the American form a re-imaged film score of “The hits including “When A Woman Loves dream. The discussion is free with $16. Passion of Joan of Arc 1928.” Sarah is A Man,” “God Bless the Child,” “What Museum admission. 6060 Wilshire a TV and film composer, multi-instru- a Little Moonlight Can Do,” “Easy Blvd. petersen.org. mentalist and performer. Born in Seoul, Livin’” and “Strange Fruit.” Previews South Korea, he moved to the United will be held on Feb. 6-7 and tickets are States at age 5 and is known for a $25. Regular showtimes are 8 p.m., unique bridging of electronic and clas- Friday and Saturday; 3 p.m., Sunday. American Youth sical music, as well as Americana and Tickets start at $30. 4718 W. Symphony folk music. 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. Washington Blvd. (323)964-9766, Admission is free but RSVP requested ebonyrep.org. American Youth Symphony and LA by visiting weho.org/wintersounds. Phil present “Sounds About Town” on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. at the Walt Senior plays Disney Concert Hall. Audience Jewish Family Service of West Holocaust survivor members can Hollywood is hosting a live perfor- enjoy the venue’s mance of two original one-act plays talk at LAMOTH 6,134-pipe organ written, directed and performed by The Los Angeles Museum of the during Saint- local seniors on Friday, Feb. 7, from Holocaust will host a Holocaust sur- Saëns’ “Organ” 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Plummer Park photo by Genna Cui vivor talk on Sunday, Feb. 9, from 3 to Symphony, and Senior Center. “On the Way to Shangri- 4 p.m. The event features Suzanne The Broad Stage welcomes Viver Brasil for a performance titled will be taken on a La,” by Morna Martell, is about an Irish Zada, who was born in 1929 in “Celebrating Samba” on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 11 a.m. Embark on a cul- journey through America’s national immigrant reliving her entrance into Subotica, Yugoslavia. As a teenager, tural journey to Salvador, Bahia, with its blend of Afro-Brazilian dance parks in Jennifer Higdon’s “All Things America as a young woman. she was imprisoned in Auschwitz, theater and exuberant physicality, power and passion drawn from Majestic.” Kris Bowers’ violin concerto “Hollywood’s Strangest Toys,” by where she learned about art history “For A Younger Self” will have a world Anibal Aprile, is a funny Hollywood samba, capoeira, dança afro and bloco afro styles. Immediately follow- from a fellow inmate. After the war, premiere and guests will also enjoy story of two actresses past their prime, ing the performance, audiences can join a party on the outdoor plaza Zada came to the United States and Ravel’s “Alborada del gracioso and the unexpected male visitor who featuring creative “POP!” activities inspired by the company. Viver Brasil taught art history, and later opened her (Morning Song of the Jester).” Tickets seems destined to launch their careers. will join the musical group MôForró, which will play live Brazilian dance own gallery. A Q&A session follows start at $16. 111 S. Grand Ave. the discussion. 100 S. The Grove Dr. Admission is free. 7377 Santa Monica music. Participants can learn to samba and take photographs with the laphil.com. (323)651-3704, lamoth.org. Blvd. (323)876-1717. dancers, and enjoy a community art project. Tickets are $5. 1310 11th

St., Santa Monica. (310)434-3200, thebroadstage.org. Gregory Porter Oscar makeup and Le Salon de UCLA’s Center for the Art of ‘Junk in the Trunk’ Participants may start setting up at 8 hairstyling forum Musiques Performance wel- a.m. Cars will not be allowed to enter comes Gregory Academy makeup artists and Le Salon de Musiques presents a per- rummage sale the lot after 9 a.m. Sale spaces, which Hairstylists Branch governors Kathryn formance of its Masters Rediscovered Porter for a perfor- cover two standard parking spots, are West Hollywood’s Recreation Services L. Blondell, Lois Burwell and Howard chamber music series on Sunday, Feb. mance on Friday, available for $15 and must be reserved Division will host its “Junk in the Berger will host an Oscars Week 9, at 4 p.m. at the Dorothy Chandler Feb. 7, at 8 p.m. in in advance. Admission is free for shop- Trunk” rummage sale on Saturday, Feb. Makeup and Hairstyling Symposium Pavilion, Fifth Floor. The concert will Royce Hall. The pers. 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the north on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the feature works by Franz Schubert. two-time Grammy (323)848-6546, weho.org. award-winning parking lot at Plummer Park. Samuel Goldwyn Theater. The event Musicologist Julius Reder Carlson will artist will perform Participants may sell items from the will include a screening of the “bake- introduce the program and guests will new music from his forthcoming 2020 trunks of their vehicles or in space off” reels that Academy branch mem- also enjoy French Champagne and a release as well as fan favorites from his remaining in designated areas. Anyone Jenkins Bus talk bers viewed before voting on the nomi- high tea buffet catered by Patina. previous five albums. Tickets start at who has yard sale items to sell is invited The Petersen Automotive Museum is nated films. Each will be followed by a Tickets are $95; $45 for students. 135 $28. 10745 Dickson Court. (310)825- to register to participate in the event; no holding a discussion on the historic discussion panel with the nominees, N. Grand Ave. (310)498-0257, lesalon-

2101, cap.ucla.edu. vendor goods will be permitted. Jenkins Bus on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 1 scheduling permitting. Tickets are $5. demusiques.com.

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The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- Corky Hale & Mike Stoller pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court Order No 736637. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 February 6, 2020 Remembering the Black Mamba in Hancock Park n Neighborhood comes “That was the first major loss of my life … So I can only imagine for together to remember Kobe and the rest of the people that legendary Laker passed away in that fashion, it’s just brutal [for their families],” BY CAMERON KSIZLA Melikyan said. Melikyan said since his crash, On Jan. 26, tragedy struck as a he’s searched for meaning, trying to helicopter carrying legendary Los make life better for himself and Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant, his those around him, and this mural 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, and has had a positive impact on his seven others crashed in Calabasas. community by bringing it together. All nine people aboard were killed. “People can come here and come In the days since, Angelenos together and be happy. People com- have come together to mourn a hero ing here, high-fiving each other, it’s photo by Cameron Kiszla who united the city by winning five amazing … My father’s been here The Custom Auto Craft building located at 100 N. La Brea Ave. is now adorned with a large mural in honor of NBA championships, a father who for 35 years … in the last two days, Kobe Bryant. was known as a model “girl dad” to I haven’t talked to as many people four daughters and above all, a ruth- as I have in the last 35 years,” Avenue to watch the painters work. scraper,” Ponce said. “We’re miss- with sexual assault; charges against less competitor who embodied the Melikyan said. She added that she told everyone in ing him. There’s an absence in L.A. him were dropped the next year and “Mamba mentality.” her exercise class to go see the the equivalent to a skyscraper he settled a civil suit – Melikyan Countless murals of Bryant have mural, and she has been keeping up falling, and the rumble is kind of said Bryant persevered in his career gone up around Los Angeles to “I’ve been with other tributes to Bryant as the same too, right? It was felt and was a devoted father and hus- honor Bryant, including one that telling well. around the world.” band before his death. adorns the West First Street side of “This is really nice. It’s a nice Fellow artist Kiptoe said Bryant was noted for his support the Custom Auto Craft building everybody he corner and a lovely shop that’s been Bryant’s death reverberated in the of Gianna in her pursuit of a profes- located at 100 N. La Brea Ave. here for years,” she said. art community because he provided sional basketball career, and the Eddie Melikyan, whose family was basically a Fans of Bryant turned the base of inspiration for so many. occupants were reportedly on the owns the business, said he sought skyscraper in the mural into a shrine to Kobe and “Being able to take what you’re way to a youth basketball tourna- out graffiti artists to pay homage to Gianna Bryant, leaving flowers, passionate about, turning it into ment. Bryant, and he’s thrilled to have downtown L.A. candles and other mementos, and your career, your livelihood, that’s “Like everybody else, he’s connected with Levi Ponce and his and we lost the several drivers have slowed down what we all strive for as young human,” Melikyan said. “Maybe A-Team of fellow artists. Melikyan, to take in the images created by adults,” Kiptoe said. “And that’s his physical talents are different, a self-described Laker fanatic who skyscraper.” Ponce and the A-Team, who created exactly what he did, he went but mentally, there’s a lesson here watches games with his father, saw the mural for free. straight from high school to the that people should cherish and be parallels between the nine people -Levi Ponce, artist Ponce said Bryant was “bigger NBA. You know that’s a guy who’s able to pass down from generation who died in the helicopter crash and than basketball” and “an L.A. got a mission.” to generation, which I believe he a 2006 plane crash in Mexico that icon.” Melikyan said he hopes others was doing with his daughter. God Melikyan survived, though his On Jan. 31, neighbor and Laker “I’ve been telling everybody he can glean lessons from Bryant as knows what she could’ve become, friend, actor and pilot Pablo Santos, fan Susie Henzie traveled the three was basically a skyscraper in down- well. Though Bryant made mis- and that’s what hurts me a lot, did not. blocks from her home on Citrus town L.A. and we lost the sky- takes – in 2003, he was charged too.” 80 Years in Los Angeles! In 1939, the Pink Family started serving hot dogs from a humble pushcart, and now their stand has become a Los Angeles icon. Many hot dogs have been created by celebrities.

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He’s the same, only better, right? decade, or the end of another. And it’s not serve as a foundation for their own growing Madonna debuted “Vogue.” Your feelings just because it’s when this newspaper mor- family. And it was going to take a lot of about the performer may have changed, but phed into something entirely new. work. if you loved that song then, I guarantee you It was a year of great change, starting I remember, because I was there. And I love it now. “Pretty Woman” and with Tim Berners-Leed debuting his radical was instantly swept up into their big idea “Goodfellas” were instant classics. You new invention: the World Wide can’t argue with greatness, or Robert Web. Nelson Mandela was finally freed I remember, DeNiro. from prison after almost 30 years and the because I was there. Back at the office, there were a few Hubble Telescope was sent into orbit. recurring issues I wrote about more than But zoom in closer to home, and there And I was instantly swept others during my four years as an editor were signs of the time happening all around up into their big idea and here. But it was the saga of what would hap- us. In 1990, a football field sized quilt made long hours. pen to the Farmers Market, that was the a stop here on its cross-country tour to raise most controversial. awareness of the AIDS epidemic. And in and long hours. You well know how that tale ended. The this neighborhood, rumors swirled. There The beginning of 1990 was a big area evolved into a retail and entertainment was talk of a proposal to transform Farmers moment for me, too. I was 22, one month destination developed to keep pace with the Market into something bigger – potentially out of school with a degree in journalism next generation, and the Farmers Market changing the face of this neighborhood. and starting my first professional gig kept its foothold. It reminds me a lot of In fact, right there at that spot, in a long- at Park Labrea News. I’d somehow con- what Michael and Karen have achieved in gone two-story building facing Fairfax vinced Michael and Karen to take a chance the past three decades. They didn’t have to Avenue, a young couple with just enough on me. We rolled up our sleeves and set suffer local politics to make it happen, but newspaper experience and youth to feel about making something good even better. they transformed something valued by the fearless had some transformational ideas of The 30 years since have gone quickly, community into something better and more photo courtesy of Brian Boyé their own. but the world then seems so far away. meaningful. Brian Boyé began his career at the Park Labrea News in There, at the office of what would Alphanumeric text messaging was intro- To Michael and Karen - thank you for 1990, helping launch Beverly Press that year. For the past become the Park Labrea News and Beverly duced that year on 2G cellular phones, allowing me to play a small role in the great 25 years he has held editorial roles at Beverly Hills 213, Press you read today, Michael and Karen which were new. And rare. Now friends text work you’ve accomplished. Congratulations Women’s Wear Daily and Men’s Health. He currently over- Villalpando had big ideas to shepherd this me animated caricatures of themselves to you and your team on three decades of sees media strategy for luxury brands at Nike weekly into its next generation. They imag- telling me where to meet for dinner or about hard work. Communications, and is based in New York City. 30 years on the masthead From page 1 was to hire Brian Boyé, fresh out of gosh, I drove home with it still in college from the University of my trunk!” Needless to say, we Texas, as our editor. The three of us were a little late getting the paper put in long days and longer nights delivered that week. (Things are to put out a 20 page newspaper. We much more efficient since the handled all the reporting, editing, invention of the interent.) ad sales - and cutting and pasting. We inherited a few things besides As in using an X-Acto knife, run- the waxer when we bought the ning the copy through a waxer paper – an old typewriter, a steel- (anyone know what that is?) and case desk and two real gems: pasting onto boards, which were Shirley Firestone and Madeleine delivered to the printer in a card- Shaner. Shirley was our gadfly board box. Well, most of the time. I restaurant writer who knew every- remember one Thursday morning one in town and especially loved at 3 a.m. the phone ringing and the the Italian restaurateurs. Her col- pressman asking, “Where’s the umn often cited the origins of put- paper?” “You don’t have it?” I tanesca. shrieked. I frantically called Brian, see Madeline, Shirley, Brian woke him up and he said “Oh my page 11

photo by Jose Herrera Michael and Karen Villalpando, publishers Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 30TH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE 5 February 6, 2020 6 February 6, 2020 30TH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Thank heavens for the miracle of newspapers n Guest columnist Chris Erskine waxes nostaglic about inky fingers and 40 years in journalism

BY CHRIS ERSKINE at once. Delivering a newspaper is passwords, the security codes. The much the same thing. A paper kooks who run things insist that it’s Contemplate the miracle of local should arrive hot on the doorstep. progress, and faster and cheaper newspapers like the Park Labrea That’s costly. That’s no fun. and better than ever before. But News and Beverly Press. They start But when newspapers go away, usually it’s progress only for them, out as giant blank rolls of so will I. I will be lovesick when not you. And so many glitches. The newsprint, and soon they will be they go. Iowa caucuses a case in point. filled with the doings of the day: For, I can’t imagine a world with- Poor consumer, at the mercy of calendars of what’s ahead, who out newspapers. It would be as if so many modern efficiencies. Go plowed into whom, lawsuits, police jazz or classical music just died. I ahead, tap in your discount code at reports, ads, restaurant reviews, would give what author Arundhati checkout. Not working? Try again. zoning disputes and photos. I love Roy once called a “feral howl.” “Hmmmm,” the cashier says. “Try the beautiful rustle of the newspa- The small papers seem to be again…” per, refuge of the thinking person, doing better than the big ones, so To what end? It benefits them one of life’s most soulful retreats. there is always hope. There will more than it does you. Same goes It’s no secret that many publish- always be an audience for what for online content. Tap in your ZIP. ers can’t wait to be rid of newsprint, happened right next door. What’s your password again? for some very understandable Listen, I have no problem with “Hmmmmmmmmmm. Sir, are financial reasons. Imagine deliver- technology, till it’s forced down you sure you’re using the right photo courtesy of Chris Erskine ing 6,000 – or 600,000 — pizzas all your throat – the upgrades, the browser?” Chris Erskine is a columnist and editor for the Los Angeles Times. There is never a right browser. That’s one of the reasons to pre- fer the simplicity and beautiful flut- every little task it takes. In the save their backside. From the one ter of newsprint, the way it feels movies, there is a sense of romance honest person, you find a few sim- Notable Quotes against your fingertips, the way it to the endeavor. That’s OK. “All the ple truths. On maybe just one soli- bends in your lap. I like the experi- President’s Men” was the greatest tary truth. That’s a good day. ence of it, the customized way you recruiting poster journalism could The truth is a beautiful thing, per- sip the news with your morning ever have. “Spotlight” was more haps the most beautiful thing. I esti- “I think it would be fun to run a newspaper.” coffee – how you can scan the realistic, though. Mostly, folks are mate now, that for every reporter,

headlines and photos first, then prone to slam doors in your face. there are 10 publicists, maybe 100, Orson Welles as Charles Foster Kane plunge into what interests you. It After a while, you could start taking touting products and politicians,

appeals to more of our senses. that personally. airlines and diet supplements. Poor From the film “Citizen Kane,” 1941 There is even a subtle scent to it all “Sometimes it’s easy to forget reporter. Through all those institu-

– the ink, the newsprint, like sun- that we spend most of our time tional smokescreens, he or she must

light on lumber. stumbling around the dark,” is one find the simple truths of the day.

When you’re mad, you can slam quote from “Spotlight.” Here’s one now: Newspapers

your paper against the table; it You don’t just press a button to need you. And they honor you and As we celebrate our 30th year as publishers of the Park Labrea News won’t mind. make a newspaper; you press a lot the way we live. and Beverly Press, we wholeheartedly agree. In a pinch, a paper also wipes up of buttons. As a reporter, you make Today, as we celebrate the Park

spills. a lot of phone calls, looking for one Labrea News and Beverly Press, I Michael and Karen Villalpando I’ve been newspapering for more honest person, someone who won’t hope you know that.

than 40 years, and done nearly toe the company line or bluff you to Thank you.

KAREN & MICHAEL Congratulations

& Thank You!

FOR BRINGING COMMUNITY NEWS TO OUR NEIGHBORHOODS FOR 30 YEARS.

DONNA BLACK & HARVEY ENGLANDER Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 30TH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE 7 February 6, 2020 Three decades of groundbreaking news n Digging up news in the Miracle Mile, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Beverly Hills has been the pledge of publishers since taking the helm By edwin folven The beginning of 2020 marked Gates to resign following the video- the 30th anniversary of Publishers Aug. 23, 1990 taped beating of black motorist Michael and Karen Villalpando’s Construction begins on Rodney King by LAPD officers. ownership of the Park Labrea News “Our city must begin to heal its and Beverly Press. Many people, Holocaust Monument wounds,” Bradley said. “My duty places and events have shaped the as mayor is to all of Los Angeles. I local community during the past Los Angeles developer Jonah simply will not stand by as our city three decades, with the newspapers Goldrich was shown in a photo- is split apart. We must come togeth- reporting on the most important and graph behind the controls of a bull- er, we must heal.” The King beating consequential news. The 30th dozer during a groundbreaking cer- marked the beginning of a tumul- Park Labrea News/Beverly Press archives anniversary marks an appropriate emony for the Los Angeles tuous period in the city’s history, Developer Jonah Goldrich drives a bulldozer during a groundbreaking time to look back on the history of Holocaust Monument in Pan resulting in the Los Angeles Riots ceremony for the Los Angeles Holocaust Monument in Pan Pacific Park. the area and its impact on the places Pacific Park. The monument in 1992. Gates refused to step and people who call the community memorializes the millions of Jews down, and did not leave the LAPD home. A list of headlines and stories who were murdered and suffered until June 1992, after the riots. Julian Nava debated in a forum at 1994, causing widespread damage has been assembled from 1990 during the Holocaust. It was com- Park La Brea. Not present were throughout the Los Angeles region. through the present day illustrating pleted in 1992 and remains an Nov. 14, 1991 businessman Richard Riordan and The temblor caused the collapse of the dynamic and ever-changing important fixture in the community. Magic’s news triggers incumbent Councilman Michael the Fairfax-La Cienega off-ramp of nature of the community and those A permanent home for the Los Woo. Riordan won the election in the Santa Monica (10) Freeway and who have made a difference. Angeles Museum of the Holocaust wave of AIDS testing June 1993, succeeding Mayor Tom heavily damaged the façade of the was constructed next to the memo- Bradley, who retired that year after Beverly Center, in addition to dam- Jan. 11, 1990 rial and opened in 2010. Los Angeles Lakers legend serving for 20 years. Riordan, a aging numerous other buildings in Earvin “Magic” Johnson member of the Republican party, the area. The earthquake was the Park Labrea News has Jan. 24, 1991 announced he had tested positive served as mayor of Los Angeles most powerful to hit the L.A. region new owners City Council OKs for the HIV virus, heightening fears through 2001. Woo never held pub- in the past 50 years and caused about a disease that caused many lic office again. nearly $44 million in total damage. Michael and Karen Villalpando Farmers Market plans deaths in the local community. The purchased the Park Labrea News Gay and Lesbian Community June 24, 1993 March 3, 1994 from Chuck and Bunny Riley, who The Los Angeles City Council Services Center, a precursor to the 500,000 expected for LACMA adds May Co. owned the paper for 18 years. The approved a plan by A.F. Gilmore L.A. LGBT Center, disclosed that Co., the owner of the Original annual Pride celebration to its prized collection paper, started in 1946, was 44 years requests for testing tripled after Farmers Market at the corner of old at the time. “We are excited Johnson’s announcement. LGBT pride has long been at the The Los Angeles County Third and Fairfax, to build a about continuing the great tradition heart of the West Hollywood com- Museum of Art purchased the for- 700,000-square-foot retail complex of this important voice in the Park Feb. 20, 1992 munity. In June 1993, record mer May Co. department store on land around the site. The project La Brea and Wilshire-Fairfax area,” crowds participated in the annual building at the corner of Wilshire had been scaled down through a Crew captures escaped Michael Villalpando said. “Karen Pride Parade and Festival. The Boulevard and . For years-long process in which the mammoth and I have strong ties to the com- event remains a mainstay in the more than two decades, LACMA owners of A.F. Gilmore Co. worked munity and want to serve it the best West Hollywood today and attracts used the building as exhibition with the community and local civic A headline jokingly alluded to a we can. We will expand upon pop- hundreds of thousands of people to space. It is currently in the process representatives. The late City project to save a statue of a prehis- ular reader features by depending the area every year. of being transformed into the Council President John Ferraro, 4th toric mammoth that was sinking in on reader feedback. We plan to Academy Museum of Motion District, supported the plan, which the lake in front of the La Brea Tar expand circulation so that the news- Dec. 9, 1993 Pictures, which is expected to open was to include a new mall anchored Pits. The mammoth was successful- paper better penetrates the area.” later this year. The May Co. build- by two department stores. The pro- ly “rescued” and remains in place in Yaroslavsky to run for The purchase of the newspapers ing’s iconic gold-colored façade ject eventually became The Grove. front of the La Brea Tar Pits and also initiated the launch of the supervisor remains at the corner, and a large Museum today. Beverly Press, which now dome with a glass exterior has serves Beverly Hills, West Veteran politician and Fairfax taken shape behind the structure. May 7, 1992 Hollywood, Melrose- District resident Zev Yaroslavsky Fairfax and the Wilshire Wilshire community announced plans to run for the 3rd June 8, 1995 communities. District seat on the Los Angeles rallies to recovery County Board of Supervisors, and Feuer prevails in Feb. 8, 1990 won the election the following year 5th District race Bradley announces The Los Angeles Riots, a to succeed Supervisor Edmund D. series of civil disturbances Edelman. Yaroslavsky represented Attorney and Fairfax District res- urban design work- that lasted from April 29 the 5th District on the Los Angeles ident Mike Feuer won an election through May 4, 1992, City Council from 1975-94. He to represent the Los Angeles City shop caused major damage in the Council’s 5th District, succeeding served as county supervisor local area. The riots resulted Zev Yaroslavsky, who was elected Los Angeles Mayor Tom through 2014, when he retired and from the acquittal of police as county supervisor. Feuer, who Bradley was frequently fea- was succeeded by Sheila Kuehl. officers who were accused previously headed Bet Tzedek legal tured in the newspapers in Hallmarks of his public service of beating black motorist services on Fairfax Avenue, served the early 1990s, including included championing responsible Rodney King during a traf- the district until 2001, when he was when plans were announced development and growth in the fic stop the previous year. elected to the state Assembly. Feuer for a workshop on develop- Park Labrea News/Beverly Press archives community, improving transporta- Numerous stores on major had long been a champion of public ment and design in the Land owned by the Gilmore Co. evenutally tion, protecting the environment thoroughfares were burned, safety and protecting the welfare of Fairfax-Miracle Mile area. and promoting arts and culture. became The Grove, where Gilmore Bank and including Samy’s Camera, vulnerable populations, including The goal was to ensure new Mordigan’s Nursey were once located. located at the corner of La seniors. After his tenure in the developments were con- Jan. 20, 1994 Brea Avenue and Beverly Assembly, Feuer was elected in structed with consideration March 21, 1991 Boulevard. National Guard troops Businesses, residents 2013 to serve as Los Angeles City of the impacts they have on the were called in to quell the rioting, Attorney, a position he still holds community, an approach still val- rebuild after earthquake L.A. County Art and soldiers were staged in the today. ued today. “With guidelines and Museum accepts $10 parking lots at the Original Farmers The magnitude 6.7 Northridge unified goals, conflicting parts can Market. In the weeks and months earthquake occurred on Jan. 17, continues on page 8 be transformed into a harmonious million gift after the civil unrest, organizations whole,” Bradley said. “We need a such as the Jewish Federation and process such as an urban design The Los Angeles County other religious and civic agencies workshop to maximize the benefits Museum of Art accepted a $10 mil- organized efforts to build cohesion for our communities.” lion gift from publishing magnate and bring the community back Walter Annenberg, making it the together. Samy’s Camera pledged July 19, 1990 largest donation in the museum’s to rebuild and remains a thriving history. The museum planned to use business on Fairfax Avenue. From the publishers: we the funds to purchase impressionist are now a weekly and post-impressionist works of art April 4, 1993 to increase LACMA’s permanent The Park Labrea News and collection. Mayoral candidates Beverly Press began publishing attend Park Labrea weekly, as opposed to bi-weekly, for April 4, 1991 the first time in their history. Every Bradley asks chief forum Thursday, readers continue to enjoy popular features such as Police Gates to step down The race for Los Angeles’ next Blotter and profiles of neighbor- mayor heated up in early 1993, hood-serving businesses, as well as Mayor Tom Bradley called for when candidates Stanley Sanders, Park Labrea News/Beverly Press archives news affecting the local community. Los Angeles Police Chief Daryl Nate Holden, John Borunda and A portion of the Santa Monica Fwy. collapsed in the 1994 earthquake. 8 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Los Angeles City Attorney James 30 years of headlines Hahn elected as mayor. Hahn defeated former state Assembly From page 7 Speaker Antonio Villaraigosa for the position, and held the job until April 4, 1996 months, LAPD investigators deter- 2005 when Villaraigosa prevailed Gallant lady: Leah mined that James Van Sickle, a pro- in the city’s mayoral election. jectionist who was also Austin’s Rabin brings husband’s lover, hired another man to kill the Sept. 13, 2001 message to L.A. theater owner in a plot to steal his Terrorist attacks prompt business and valuable film archive. local emergency action The local Jewish community was Both Van Sickle and the gunman, Christian Rodriguez, were later in the news when Leah Rabin, the The 9/11 terrorist attacks impact- widow of iconic Israeli leader sentenced to life in prison. The Silent Movie Theater was reopened ed the community, although there Yitzhak Rabin, who was assassinat- photo by Aaron Blevins for a brief period under new owner- were no local incidents of terror- ed the previous year, spoke at a din- ism. “Signs of Support” showed Councilman John Heilman presided over the marriage of Barbara Stones ner hosted by the Jewish Federation ship in the 2000s but has now remained closed for years. The film flags and signs calling for peace at and Sharon Kidd in West Hollywood once they were legalized in 2013. of . Rabin many locations in the community. called for peace and unity and collection was donated to the The Miracle Mile Civic Coalition Guarriello, a World War II veteran thanked members of the local UCLA Film and Television later planted trees commemorating who advocated for a memorial in May 10, 2007 Jewish community for their sup- Archive. victims of the terrorist attacks in the the city for those who served. port. Huge brush fire rages park surrounding the La Brea Tar Guarriello served 19 years on the March 11, 1999 Pits, including Charles “Chic” West Hollywood City Council and through Griffith Park June 20, 1996 Cowboy icon comes Burlingame, who was piloting a died in 2009. Gay & Lesbian Center down plane that was hijacked by terrorists A massive brush fire blackened celebrates 25 years and crashed into the Pentagon. The April 1, 2004 820 acres of land in Griffith Park. pilot was the brother of the late The fire threatened landmarks such The Marlboro Man billboard, a Brad Burlingame, former president West Hollywood mayor as the Greek Theatre and the The Los Angeles Gay and fixture for decades on the Sunset of the West Hollywood Chamber of Griffith Observatory, but firefight- Lesbian Center was celebrated in Strip, was taken down as part of a holds public ‘wedding’ Commerce. ers prevented them from being 1996 for its commitment to serving settlement reached with cigarette The early 2000s were a tumul- damaged and had gained the upper the local LGBT community. The manufacturers and a state ban on Oct. 25, 2001 tuous time for same-sex couples hand in battling the blaze by May center held a special event to mark outdoor tobacco advertising. Los who sought more freedoms to 10. The fire remains one of the its work in assisting people with Angeles County Supervisor Zev Tom LaBonge wins 4th marry. West Hollywood City largest in the park’s history and the HIV and AIDS and advocating for Yaroslavsky and West Hollywood district race Councilman, and now Los Angeles most damaging blaze to erupt in the LGBT rights. The center was hon- Councilman Paul Koretz were County Assessor, Jeffrey Prang area since. ored as being the largest organiza- instrumental in having the sign Tom LaBonge, referred to many showed his support for such free- tion in the country offering HIV removed because of the negative as “Mr. Los Angeles,” was elected dom by publicly marrying his part- Feb. 7, 2008 testing. Also highlighted was its image it presented to young people to replace the late Los Angeles City ner Ray Vizcarra. Although same new state-of-the-art headquarters regarding tobacco usage Urban Light ready for Council President John Ferraro, sex-marriage had not yet been on Schrader Boulevard, which who died in April 2001. LaBonge, a legalized at the time, Prang and its close-up served as the center’s home until Sept. 21, 2000 former deputy to Ferraro who also Vizcarra formally became domestic the Anita May Rosenstein Campus One of the Los Angeles’s most Local boy does gold worked for Mayor Richard partners. The city of West opened last year on Santa Monica iconic outdoor attractions debuted Riordan, went on to serve 14 years Hollywood remained at the fore- Boulevard in Hollywood. in February 2008 when artist Chris One of the biggest headlines of representing the 4th District. front of the fight for same sex mar- Burden’s “Urban Light” opened on 2000 belonged to West Hollywood riage, which became legal in Dec. 5, 1996 Wilshire Boulevard in front of the California but was later halted in Los Angeles County Museum of Miracle Mile smiles November 2008 when Proposition Art. The assemblage of vintage 8, a controversial ballot initiative streetlights was included in the New signs were installed on banning same sex marriage, was opening of the nearby Broad Wilshire Boulevard at both ends of approved by voters. Lawsuits and Contemporary Art Museum and the Miracle Mile near Fairfax and litigation ensued, and a federal has become of the most pho- La Brea avenues. The signs were a court invalidated Proposition 8 in tographed locations in Los Angeles. project of the Miracle Mile Civic 2010 after ruling the law was Coalition and included a retro unconstitutional. Same-sex mar- Nov. 6, 2008 design paying homage to the area’s riage did not become legal again history. until appeals of the federal ruling Obama’s win says were exhausted in 2013. ‘Yes We Can’ Jan. 2, 1997 Slain LAPD officer June 16, 2005 A new era in American politics The comeback king was ushered in with the election of laid to rest photo by Aaron Blevins Barack Obama, the nation’s first “Krazy for Krayzelburg” was the rallying cry for the local Olympic swimmer. black president. Obama received Officer Mario Navidad, of the The opening of the “Tutankhamun and the Golden Age much support in the local commu- LAPD’s Wilshire Division, was nity. Two months later in January, killed in the line of duty while resident and swimmer Lenny March 21, 2002 of the Pharaohs” exhibit at the Los Krayzelburg, who won three gold Angeles County Museum of Art an event was held at Fairfax High attempting to apprehend alleged Shoppers marvel at School where thousands of cheer- gang members who had committed medals during the 2000 Olympics brought visitors in droves. The in Sydney, Australia. Krayzelburg, new Grove exhibit included 55 treasures from ing students watched the inaugura- a robbery at a convenience store tion in the school’s auditorium. near Fairfax Avenue and Whitworth who also won a gold medal in the Egyptian king’s tomb that swimming in the 2004 Olympics in The Grove, a retail destination hadn’t been on display in Los Drive. Feb. 29, 2009 Athens, Greece, remains involved created by developer Rick Caruso, Angeles since a landmark Tut Jan. 23, 1997 in aquatics sports and is general opened on land next to the Original exhibit was presented at the muse- Mammoth discovery manager for the professional swim- Farmers Market. Los Angeles um during the late 1970s. Silent Movie Theater ming team Los Angeles Current. Mayor James Hahn and County made at Tar Pits

Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky joined owner gunned down Fossils of a prehistoric mammoth June 7, 2001 Caruso at a ceremony marking the and other Ice Age animals were opening, and The Grove quickly One of the most high-profile unearthed during excavation of an crime stories of the past 30 years in became a popular destination for Election brings new shopping, dining and entertain- underground parking garage at the the area involved the slaying of Los Angeles County Museum of Lawrence Austin, who owned the faces as representatives ment. Caruso has remained an important contributor to the local Art in 2009. The mammoth, which popular Silent Movie Theater on La Brea Tar Pits and Museum offi- Fairfax Avenue. In the coming The 2001 election saw former community, holding philanthropic events such as the annual Run to cials nicknamed Zed, became the Remember at The Grove honoring focus of an exhibit at the Tar Pits law enforcement personnel who about the creatures that inhabited have been killed in the line of duty, the area up to 10,000 years ago and and supporting education initiatives whose fossils likely remain under- and training programs to help neath the surface today. young people build careers. July 16, 2009 March 3, 2003 Farmers Market Park Labrea News/Beverly Press archives Veterans’ memorial Archeologist Zahi Hawass, secre- celebrates 75 years breaks new ground tary of Egypt’s Supreme Council of The Original Farmers Market, Antiquities, and director of the corner of Third and Fairfax, cele- Construction of the Sal Giza and Saqqara Pyramids, wel- Guarriello Veterans Memorial brated a milestone anniversary with comes 5th grader Rebecca celebrity appearances, music, com- began and was completed in Vilalpando to the King Tut exhibit November 2003. It was named after edy and family activities held at LACMA. photo by Edwin Folven West Hollywood City Councilman continues next page Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 February 6, 2020

accomplishments such as increas- was later transported on trailers staff for longtime Councilman Tom philanthropist Eli Broad and ing jobs and decreasing unemploy- from the airport to the California LaBonge. Ryu, the son of Korean LACMA CEO and Wallis ment, and boosting investments in Science Center in Exposition Park. immigrants, had the support of Annenberg Director Michael the green energy sector. Obama many neighborhood groups and Govan. A special series titled Salt made another stop in September Nov. 15, 2012 former elected officials such as City focused on lesser known but equal- 2011, attending a rally at the House Mayor digs in for long Councilman and Los Angeles ly important contributors in local of Blues in West Hollywood. The County Supervisor Zev neighborhoods, including Samy president defeated Republican can- haul on subway Yaroslavsky. He was sworn in in Kamienowicz of Samy’s Camera; didate Mitt Romney in November June 2015, becoming council’s retired aerospace engineer and 2012 to serve a second term. A press conference was held for only Asian-American representa- Fairfax District resident George the groundbreaking for Phase 1 of tive at the time. Epstein; longtime local real estate May 9, 2011 Metro’s Purple Line Extension pro- agent Rosalie Klein; Allan Jefferies Hollywood makes ject. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Aug. 13, 2015 Marion, of Allan Jeffries Framing; Villaraigosa joined city and Metro Ready. Steady. Go! and pianist and harpist Corky Hale ‘Capitol’ improvements officials at the corner of Wilshire and her husband, legendary song-

Boulevard and to writer Mike Stoller. The exterior transformation was photo courtesy of Farmers Market archives Development made headlines in mark the beginning of the project, 2011 when it was announced that which will extend the Purple Line completed for the Petersen Nov. 10, 2016 A view of the clock tower in the Automotive Museum, below, Farmers Market, circa 1960s. the Millennium Hollywood project subway from Wilshire/Western to 28th District picks Schiff was proposed for space around the Wilshire/La Cienega by 2023, to which is shrouded in steel ribbons over a red background, giving an throughout summer 2009. A high- Capitol Records Building on Vine Century City in 2025, and for the ninth time illusion of movement. The Petersen light of the celebration was a giant Street. The project was to include 1 Westwood by 2028. The project, Automotive Museum reopened in cake in the shape of the market’s million square feet of space and primarily funded by sales tax Donald J. Trump defeated December 2015 to much fanfare, famous clock tower unveiled dur- two high-rise towers. The plan increase approved by Los Angeles Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presi- and remains a popular destination ing the “Birthday Bash” party. sparked significant opposition and County voters in 2008, remains dential election. U.S. Rep. Adam for tourists and automotive fans the project never came to fruition, under construction at many loca- Schiff, who represented the local throughout Los Angeles and around July 22, 2010 largely because of findings that it tions along Wilshire Boulevard in area, was reelected in the the world. Hollywood celebrates would be located to close to a sig- the Miracle Mile and Beverly Hills. California’s 28th Congressional nificant earthquake fault. The pro- New subway stations will be locat- 50 years of stars ject was revamped and a new plan ed at Wilshire/La Brea, with more than 1,000 housing units Wilshire/Fairfax, Wilshire/La The Hollywood Walk of Fame was later proposed at the site in Cienega, Wilshire/Rodeo and market a milestone in 2010 when 2018 and remains in the planning Century City/Constellation. the attraction celebrated its 50th process. anniversary. The year included May 3, 2013 numerous star ceremonies launched Jan. 5, 2012 by a ceremony for Ringo Starr in 99 ways to leave a early February and later featured an Suspect charged for lasting legacy anniversary celebration in July. arson spree in Hollywood, WeHo Longtime Carthay Circle resi- March 24, 2011 dent Dave Gold, founder and owner Protesters call for an An arson spree committed by a of the 99 Cents Only Stores, died in April 2013 at the age of 80. Gold end to wars 24-year-old German national who was living with his mother in an was considered a pioneering entre-

apartment near preneur after starting the 99 Cents Thousands of people marched on Only Stores in 1982 and building and La Brea Avenue sparked fear photo by Andy Kitchen the streets of Hollywood in March throughout the city. The suspect, the chain into a retail giant with 2011 in opposition to the War in The Petersen Automotive Museum’s intriguing façade draws car enthu- Harry Burkhart, was allegedly hundreds of locations throughout Iraq, which had been occurring for siasts to its Wilshire and Fairfax location. upset about the U.S. government’s the western United States. Gold eight years at the time. Organized plan to deport his mother because oversaw operations for the compa- by the group ANSWER LA, the March 3, 2016 District, which stretches from of alleged crimes she faced in ny for decades, keeping it a family demonstration included Vietnam Pasadena to West Hollywood. Also Germany. From Dec. 29, 2011, to operation. The chain was sold in Elton John rocks the veteran and anti-war activist Ron 2001 to the Canada Pension Plan victorious was U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu, Jan. 2, 2012. Burkhard started 52 Kovic, who was portrayed by actor Investment Board for $1.6 billion. Sunset Strip who represented the 33rd arson fires, many in apartment car- Tom Cruise in the 1989 film “Born Congressional District, which ports in Hollywood and West on the Fourth of July.” The protest May 23, 2013 Music legend Elton John per- includes Beverly Hills. Voters in Hollywood. He was arrested on was one of many that occurred in formed in a surprise concert in the Beverly Hills did not approve Jan. 2, 2012, by a deputy from the Hollywood during the War in Iraq L.A. chooses Garcetti parking lot of the former Tower Measure HH, a controversial initia- West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station and War on Terror. Records store on the Sunset Strip. tive that would have allowed the who pulled him over near Sunset The Los Angeles municipal elec- John, who hosts a viewing party in Beverly Hilton to construct a 345- Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. tion ushered in a new era of city April 28, 2011 West Hollywood each year for the foot tower near the corner of Burkhart pleaded insanity, but a leadership, with many of the figures Academy Awards to raise funds for Wilshire and Santa Monica boule- 2012 Campaign barrels jury found him sane, and he was elected still in office today. Eric HIV and AIDS programs, made fre- vards. through L.A. sentenced to 33 years in prison in Garcetti, who had represented quent appearances at publicity 2018. Hollywood as the 13th District events at the music store earlier in June 15, 2017 councilman since 2001, was elected President Barack Obama his career. Los Angeles makes appeared at a rally at Sony Pictures June 14, 2012 mayor of Los Angeles. Other famil- Studios in April 2011 during his Dolby Theatre debuts iar politicians victorious in the elec- April 21, 2016 history with #ResistMarch reelection campaign that year. The tion were Mitch O’Farrell, who Our People Our Places president outlined successes and in Hollywood succeeded Garcetti as 13th District U.S. Rep Adam Schiff rallied a councilman, and Mike Feuer, who The newspapers published a full- large crowd in June 2017 during the The Hollywood community wel- was elected city attorney. #ResistMarch, which was held that comed the Dolby Theatre in June color magazine marking the 70th anniversary of the Park Labrea year instead of the annual Pride 2012, which changed its name from June 26, 2014 Parade in opposition to policies and the Kodak Theater, which had News. Many of the people and LACMA’s bridge to institutions that make the commu- actions by the Trump administra- opened at the Hollywood and tion. More than 100,000 people Highland Center in 2001. The the future nity special, including the Original Farmers Market, the Griffith marched from Hollywood to West Dolby Theatre remains one of the Hollywood Park during the event, city’s premier venues, hosting the The Los Angeles County Observatory, the Petersen Museum, CBS Television City, The Wallis at which speakers denounced annual Academy of Motion Museum of Art made headlines in Trump as a draconian leader bent Pictures Arts and Science’s June 2014 when it unveiled a pro- Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts and Los Angeles on repealing progress with civil Academy Awards ceremony. The ject that will transform its campus. rights and many other issues. theater will be at the center of the The design by architect Peter Zoo were featured. It also included articles about prolific Los Angeles film universe again this Sunday, Zumthor includes a singular struc- when the 92nd Academy Awards ture that will extend across Wilshire figures such as Hall of Fame will be held. Boulevard. Construction began last Dodgers Broadcaster Vin Scully, continues page 10 fall at the museum, which remains Sept. 27, 2012 open with exhibits and activities And we have held in other spaces on site and at satellite locations, and the project is touchdown! anticipated to be complete in 2024.

Thousands of people gathered at May 21, 2015 locations throughout the city to see the Space Shuttle Endeavour’s final Ryu declared victor in flight before becoming a permanent 4th District race exhibit at the California Science photo by Edwin Folven Center. The space shuttle embarked Political newcomer David Ryu Former President Barack Obama on a tour of Los Angeles on the won an election for Los Angeles campaigned at Rancho Cienega back of modified Boeing 747 City Council representative for the photo by Andy Kitchen Park for the 2008 election. He won before landing at LAX. Thousands 4th District in May 2015, defeating An architectural model of the new LACMA campus depicts the building in 2008 and again in 2012. more lined city streets as the shuttle Carolyn Ramsay, former chief of spanning Wilshire Boulevard. 10 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

countless weddings that day and the We were writers, editors, designers, scene was one of utter joy. Clad in photographers, and sales experts, a Thirty years of tenacity gowns and tuxedos, couples mighty skeleton crew who cared n exchanged vows on the lawn and in deeply about quality journalism. Ed Former reporter recalls significant stories she the halls, and did interviews with Folven was a master at filling last covered while at the newspaper me minutes after tying the knot. In minute holes with stories that mat- November, just five months later, tered. Michael sold ads like a BY AMY LYONS break free of the confines of corpo- the issuance of marriage licenses to champ, working tirelessly to keep rate conference rooms. The Beverly same-sex couples was halted by the paper thriving, and his sense of As the Beverly Press turns 30, Press turned out to be the perfect Proposition 8, a state constitutional humor and passion for top-notch it’s fun to reflect on the fact that I place for a curious, enterprising amendment, and we went to work journalism were apparent in every was just slightly beyond that age writer. at the paper, publishing story after conversation he had, whether with when I began working there. I had In my four years there, I covered story about the ins and outs of the staff or community partners. Karen moved to Los Angeles five years everything from restaurants to local photo courtesy of Amy Lyons fight for marriage equality. When was a layout and editorial genius, a prior to my stint at the paper, after theater to land use issues, immigra- Amy Lyons Prop 8 was overturned two years tough and compassionate leader in an undergraduate internship at The tion rights, Writers Guild strikes, later in federal court, I felt like I had Louboutins, who edited every sin- Boston Globe, a few years of teach- and illegal billboards. I pho- played a tiny part in an important gle story, laid out half the paper ing high school English in the tographed Matt Damon, Holly guts of a major daily. moment in American jurispru- every week, did payroll, and com- Boston area, and having a host of Hunter, Michelle Pfeiffer, Steven Though we had a hip address at dence. The Beverly Press was on posed headlines seemingly in her freelance writing gigs under my Spielberg and Bill Clinton, among Melrose and Highland, Karen and the front lines of that historical sleep. Their daughters, Emily and belt. By the time I sent my clips to many others, and watched Michael insisted on covering sto- fight, publishing front-page stories Rebecca, were the only priority the Beverly Press I had been work- Wolfgang Puck spin culinary magic ries about every day Angelenos, featuring LGBT voices in the West more important to them than the ing for a while in corporate in preparation for the Oscars local crime, breaking news and Hollywood community and paper. America and I was itching to return Governors Ball. I interviewed Eric undiscovered voices silently serv- beyond. I left the Beverly Press to pursue to my writing and reporting roots. I Garcetti long before he was mayor ing their communities. I wrote Behind the scenes, we were a a master’s degree in creative writing knew my itch would be scratched of Los Angeles, and wept when about a program that donated prom small band of tenacious people and now I’m working on my first when I listened to Karen and Johnny Grant, Hollywood’s hon- dresses to young girls in need, as working out of a Lutheran Church, book. It has been a long process of Michael Villalpando describe their orary mayor, whom I’d gotten to well as the push for green space in all of us wearing multiple hats and daily endurance. I’m grateful for my ongoing vision of being a weekly know through the paper, passed L.A.’s underserved neighborhoods. doing whatever it took to get the years at the Beverly Press, where that acted like a daily and saw for away. Working at the paper was a My favorite story came on June 16, paper out the door. Our days were every day was a push for nothing myself in the paper’s pages the ver- totally immersive experience in all 2008, the first day the state of long, especially our Wednesdays, less than excellence on the page. satile coverage they had achieved. I things Los Angeles; it was, as California issued marriage licenses when the paper was due to the The paper is the most accom- was more than ready to explore and Michael and Karen had envisioned, to same-sex couples. I went to West printer. Everyone on the core staff plished 30-year-old I’ve ever write about my adopted city, and a small weekly with the grit and Hollywood City Hall to photograph was resourceful and flexible as hell. known.

including Minneapolis and Seattle in establishing Indigenous Peoples Day on the second Monday of October. The first Indigenous Peoples Day in Los Angeles was held in October 2018.

May 10, 2018 WeHo’s train of thought

In May 2018, the West Hollywood City Council took steps to bring more public transportation to the city by approving a resolution to support an accelerate timeline for the north extension of Metro’s photo by Edwin Folven Crenshaw Line. Plans remain under Joining the ribbon cutting at Pink’s Square were Richard, Gloria and consideration, with the goal of get- Beverly Pink, former L.A. County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, City ting a light rail system through the Attorney Mike Feuer, Councilmen Paul Koretz and David Ryu, and Los city in place as soon a possible. Angeles Times columnist Patt Morrison.

July 25, 2018 intersection to enshrine the stand as Dec. 19, 2019 one of the city’s beloved landmarks Thank your lucky Beverly Hills bans in perpetuity. electric scooters Shamrock - Bergin’s is June 4, 2019 back The Beverly Hills City Council Homeless count shows banned electric scooters and other The longtime Fairfax Avenue similar forms of transportation in sharp increase landmark Tom Bergin’s reopened response to public safety dangers under new management. The Irish they posed. The city followed West The homelessness crisis reached pub and restaurant closed after St. Hollywood’s lead in restricting e- critical proportions, illustrated by Patrick’s Day in 2018 and after for- scooters, although West Hollywood the Los Angeles Homeless Services mer patrons and community group allows people to ride through the Authority’s announcement that photos by Andy Kitchen lobbied the City Council, the site city on the devices as long as they 59,000 people were living on the was designated a historic-cultural In 2016, the Park Labrea News celebrated 70 years of publishing with a are following all traffic laws, while streets of Los Angeles County, with 132-page magazine covering the people and places that make our com- monument in June 2019. The pub Beverly Hills has outlawed them 36,300 homeless individuals in the will remain, but the owners plan to munity such a vital part of Los Angeles. entirely. The city of Los Angeles city Los Angeles. The numbers build a new development on the were tabulated during the homeless From page 9 allows a limited number of e-scoot- parking lot and an adjacent property. ers and is working with companies count in January and marked a 12% Aug. 10, 2017 Columbus Day with Indigenous increase countywide from the pre- to develop plans that would allow The past 30 years included many Peoples Day, in celebration of vious year, and a 16% increase in Beverly Hills makes a people to use them as alternative important people and events that native cultures. The change was the city of Los Angeles. The num- transportation but lessens the shaped the local community into BOLD statement spearheaded by Councilman Mitch bers prompted government officials impact on pedestrians and neigh- what it is today. With the ever- O’Farrell, 13th District, a member to look for new ways to end the cri- borhoods where the devices are changing nature of elections, devel- August 2017 marked the begin- of the Wyandotte Nation. Los sis, with more housing and services commonly left by riders. opments, and societal issues, the ning of the city of Beverly Hills’ Angeles followed the lead of cities being offered and more funding next 30 years will surely prove to BOLD (Beverly Hills Open Later from the state promised in Gov. Oct. 4, 2018 be just as prolific, and the newspa- Days) program, in which business Gavin Newsom’s state budget. stay open later and music and art Pink’s Square honors pers will continue to chronicle the activities are held to attract more iconic hot dog stand at times of Beverly Hills, West people to the city during summer. June 27, 2019 Hollywood and the Hollywood, The program proved to be very Melrose and La Brea Tower approved at Hancock Park, Miracle Mile and popular and was later recreated dur- Wilshire communities. ing the holidays. Today, BOLD is Pink’s Hot Dogs and it’s owners Amoeba Music site one of the city’s premier programs Richard, Gloria and Beverly Pink and continues to be held during late celebrated when the city of Los Hollywood development summer and the holiday season. Angeles designated the intersection remained a major issue in 2019, of Melrose and La Brea avenues as including in June, when the City Aug. 31, 2017 Pink’s Square. The hot dog stand Council approved plans for a 26- has been a favorite among residents story tower with up to 200 residen- L.A. approves and tourists for decades, serving as tial units at the site of the Amoeba Indigenous Peoples Day a culinary destination in Los Music store at Sunset and Angeles since 1939. City officials Cahuenga boulevards. Amoeba The Los Angeles City Council led by Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th announced their new Hollywood voted to replace an observance of photo by Luke Harold District, held a ceremony at the location on Wednesday. photo by Cameron Kiszla Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 February 6, 2020 Madeleine, Shirley, Brian - the early days from page 4 Judy Garland and Jimmy McHugh were pals

Madeleine, on the other hand, was a well-healed Brit, who knew gram- Actress Judy Garland and pro- mar better than any English professor and could weave a yarn that warmed lific songwriter Jimmy McHugh you like a comfy sweater. Her weekly Mad Musings column often spoke were close friends when they about her Seder dinners, her sons and Other Half (OH), husband John worked together at MGM, where Shaner, a well-known playwright and screenwriter. She once told us how Garland starred in films there and an out of work actor would sleep on their couch in exchange for babysit- McHugh wrote songs. The pair ting their sons. John later rewarded him with a part in one of his movies. were neighbors in Beverly Hills That actor is Jack Nicholson. and would get together at each Madeleine and Shirley were part of the team when Brian came aboard other’s houses with friends for as the editor. The three of us grew up together, Brian was 22, I was 27 and sing-a-longs. Michael was the patriarch at 34. Our offices at the time were upstairs in the In 1942, she recorded “Dell” section at the Farmers Market, a former apartment hideaway, it was McHugh’s song, “On The Sunny rumored. The fellas would sit out on the roof and enjoy a cold beer after Side of the Street,” for Decca our long hours of production. Brian was much more than an editor to us. Records. He is our dear friend, and we are lucky to have him contribute to this issue. Because of Garland’s love and He also wrote both of our children’s birth announcements, newspaper cov- affection for McHugh, she had ers which hang on our office walls to this day. Brian helped put us on the him write the liner notes on the path to be who we are today, a significant local newspaper with a clear, back of her album “Judy In Love” unbiased voice. (1958). Throughout the past 30 years, this office has had many journalists con- In 1961, Judy performed tribute to the newspapers, many graduating to high-profile careers. Megan McHugh’s “I Can’t Give You O’Neil is now an editor at Bloomberg News. Ian Lovett is a reporter at the Anything But Love” in a concert Wall Street Journal. He took his experience from the Park Labrea News at Carnegie Hall, which was and Beverly Press to the New York Times and then onto WSJ. Amy Lyons, recorded and released as an who has graciously written a piece for this issue, went on to obtain her album later that year by Capitol master’s degree in creative writing and is working on her first book. The Records. aforementioned Brian Boyé spent nearly 20 years at Men’s Health as the The album won multiple fashion director and is now vice president at Nike Communications. Grammy Awards including We are lucky to have a great staff now, including Edwin Folven, who has Album Of The Year and was at been at the papers since 1996. He has served as our Editor for the past 15 the top of the Billboard Charts years. Ed knows the neighborhood better than anyone and is a virtual ency- for 13 weeks. clopedia on all things in the Miracle Mile, Hancock Park and West Presently, Garland is getting a photo courtesy of Lee Newman Hollywood. Tim Posada, our movie writer for the past dozen years, was lot of attention as Renée once on staff as a reporter. He now is a journalism professor at Saddleback Zellweger has received an Oscar her portrayal of Dorothy Gale in McHugh was nominated five- College and entertains us weekly with his critiques of the Silver Screen. nomination for her portrayal of “The Wizard Of Oz,” Babes in times for the Academy Award. Jill Weinlein, our restaurant writer since 2010, tantalizes our taste buds Garland in the film “Judy” Arms” in 1940. She was nominat- The Academy Awards will be each week with her restaurant news and reviews. Whether she delights us (2019). Garlnad won the Juvenile ed for Best Actress but never held Sunday, Feb. 9 at the Dolby with tid bits about new restaurant openings or guides us through a multi- Academy Award for Academy for receeived an Oscar. Theatre in Hollywood. course dinner with wine pairings, Jill is the always vivacious and charming face of the newspaper among the culinary scene in Los Angeles. Cameron Kiszla and Morgan Keith and those yet to come are young journalists who keep the community informed every week. But the real heart of the newspaper is the community that has kept it Annual Pan African Film and Arts Festival going strong since 1946, when the Park Labrea News was started. As only the third owners, we’ve taken the responsibility as publishers to deliver the best in local journalism to our readers. Along the way we’ve been spotlights works by black filmmakers acknowledged by city councils and Assembly members, from John The 28th annual Pan African film “HERO: Inspired by the in the Pan African Movement, Ferraro, Zev Yaroslavsky, Tom LaBonge and Mike Feuer, to more recently Film and Arts Festival launches Extraordinary Revolutionary Life which led to the creation of the 28 David Ryu, Paul Koretz and Mitch O’Farrell. We were even placed on the with a star-studded Opening Night and Times of Diplomat and Judge modern Caribbean and 54 modern Congressional Record by U.S. Representative Henry Waxman. Gala on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 Ulric Cross,” directed by African nations. This Pan African The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press family extends beyond gov- p.m. at the Directors Guild of Caribbean filmmaker Frances- Movement influenced U.S. ernment. Families like the Gilmores, the Pinks, the Canters and the Magees America, 7920 W. Sunset Blvd. in Anne Solomon. This year’s festi- domestic policy toward African played important roles in shaping the community. Trailblazer Steve Hollywood. val theme is “20/20 Vision,” Americans and inspired the Civil Kramer created the Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce and PAFF is the largest black film intended to launch the new decade Rights movement. homeowners’ groups saved historic neighborhoods by getting HPOZs festival in the United States and with a fresh lens and commitment The festival will award juried declared for their neighborhoods. the largest Black History Month to telling diverse stories with a prizes for Best Narrative Feature, Readers look to the Park Labrea News and Beverly Press each week to cultural event in the nation, with global, luminous view. Best First Feature Film, Best provide them with the latest news, crime, business and entertainment approximately 150 films and 100 “HERO” is inspired by the Documentary Feature, Best occurring in the area. We thank you, our readers, for your loyal support — artists represented from around the extraordinary life of Trinidad and Documentary Short and Best keep reading! world. The festival runs from Tobago diplomat and judge Ulric Narrative Short, as well as audi- What we’ve learned over the past 30 years couldn’t have been accom- Tuesday, Feb. 11, through Sunday, Cross, the most decorated individ- ence favorite awards at the close of plished without the assistance of all of you. Yet there are two important Feb. 23. Film screenings will be ual of West Indian descent of the festival. This year, PAFF has people we’ve yet to mention – our daughters. Emily Marie Villalpando Jilg held at the Cinemark 15 Theatres, World War II. He was a member of selected films, representing 40 and Rebecca Claire Villalpando. Emily, who turns 28 today (happy birth- located at the Baldwin Hills the highly-decorated group of countries in 26 different lan- day honey) and Rebecca, now 25, were nurtured by news, often over the Crenshaw Plaza at the corner of Caribbean pilots who flew combat guages. family dinner table. They learned by osmosis what it takes to publish a Martin Luther King Jr. and missions for the United Kingdom’s For information and a schedule newspaper every week. As children, they sometimes had to spend after Crenshaw boulevards. Royal Air Force. After his service, of screenings and events, visit school time in our conference room watching TV or doing homework on The festival will open with the Cross served in an important role paff.org. deadline days, but we always made time to enjoy weekends at the beach, road trips and vacations to Europe and Hawaii. Our two girls became accomplished leaders in high school, at their universities and in their careers. Both spent time working here, selling ads, writing stories and Best in motion design outlined at annual festival in Hollywood proof reading. Thank you! We couldn’t be more proud of the women you are today! For the second consecutive year will present their work including Emmys recognize Outstanding So what of this 30-year adventure? It’s a journey of which we wouldn’t on Oscar weekend, the “Motion Helen Hsu and Zaoeyo, of China; Main Title Design for television, change a minute. Our Notable Quotes this week sums it up. Plus Design” festival will be held on Nick Denboer and Vallée Duhamel, unfortunately, the Academy of “I think it would be fun to run a newspaper.” Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 6 of Canada; Clim, from Spain; Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Yes, Charles Foster Kane, yes it is. p.m. at the Montalbán Theatre in Martina Stiftinger, of the United has yet to introduce an Oscar for Hollywood. Kingdom; and Rokkaboy, from Best Film Titles.” The international event showcas- Poland. General admission tickets are es the best in motion design, a disci- “On the weekend of the Academy $75; $25 for students. An additional pline that applies graphic design Awards, Motion Plus Design will $25 cocktail pass is available for the principles to filmmaking and video celebrate seven of the world’s top cocktail party, which will also production through animation and motion designers,” said Festival include speakers. visual effects. The festival will Founder and Director Kook Ewo. The Montalbán is located at 1615 include presentations followed by a “Film title sequences are an essen- Vine St. For tickets and information, rooftop cocktail party. tial part of feature films and yet their visit themontalban.com/motion- Designers from around the world creators are unsung. While the plus-design.

Thank you to Brian Boyé, Chris Erskine and Amy Lyons for contributing to this special issue. We are grateful to all of the journalists who have graced these pages with their sound reporting over the past 30 years.

The photo at left is the Villalpando family, Rebecca, far right, Emily and her husband Michael Jilg, Michael and Karen. 12 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Feuer secures conviction for abuse of tiger cub Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer recently announced that his office has secured a conviction of Nicholas Perkins, 33, over allega- tions that Perkins illegally pos- sessed and mistreated a baby tiger cub at his home and possessed ana- bolic steroids. The Bengal tiger cub, now named Neil, was identified by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife through social media posts, including a YouTube video with online personality Logan Paul. photo courtesy of LAPD Hollywood Division Perkins pleaded no contest to one Officers recovered a handgun when they took an attempted murder count of unlawful possession of a suspect into custody on Jan. 29. restricted wild live animal. He agreed to serve 36 months of sum- mary probation; pay a $1,000 fine photo courtesy of Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer’s office plus penalties and assessments, The tiger that was at the center of the case, Neil (shown at left), currently Attempted murder suspect totaling approximately $3,900; pay lives at an animal facility with its companion, Karma. $2,000 to the DFW Preservation Fund; pay all veterinary bills asso- The Special Operations Unit of home. A search warrant to seize the ciated with the case, which total the California Department of Fish cub was executed on Perkins’ home arrested in Hollywood approximately $52,000; attend 16 and Wildlife assisted with the case. on Nov. 9, 2017, and the animal hours of animal cruelty classes; and “California wildlife officers are was taken into custody. During the By edwin folven Steven Lurie, commanding offi- cooperate in any subsequent inves- doing everything possible to stop search, there was extensive evi- cer for the Hollywood Division. tigation of the breeder and seller of An unidentified man was Lurie said the arrest warrant the trafficking of wildlife in dence of the animal’s poor living the tiger. California and all over the world,” conditions and the presence of ana- arrested by police in Hollywood was from another state for an “We should never allow any ani- on Jan. 29 on a warrant for incident that occurred more than said David Bess, deputy director bolic steroids. mal to be exploited,” Feuer said. and chief of the law enforcement The tiger currently lives at attempted murder. 18 months ago. He had no further “The defendant’s conduct here is The arrest was made by offi- information about the case but division of the California America’s Teaching Zoo at illegal, and flaunting this treatment Department of Fish and Wildlife. Moorpark College. He lives with cers from the Los Angeles Police said the incident illustrates the of an exotic, endangered baby tiger Department’s Hollywood dangers that guns often present in “Addressing the crimes associated his companion, Karma, who is two on social media sent a horrible with possession and mistreatment weeks younger. They have been Division at approximately 11:45 the community. message that behavior like this is p.m. at the 3rd Base Sports Bar “What’s great about this is we of this tiger is a measurable gain in together since the age of six OK. It isn’t. My office remains that effort.” months, which experts report is near and got another gun off the streets,” committed to protecting the welfare Selma Avenue. Officers found a Lurie said. “Thankfully, these In December 2018, Feuer filed a ideal for a lifelong tiger friendship. of all animals and holding account- case against Perkins for the alleged The next court date to discuss handgun on the individual when [cases] aren’t all that common in able those who put them in jeop- he was arrested, said Capt. Hollywood.” illegal possession and mistreatment Perkins’ progress will be held on ardy.” of the baby tiger cub at Perkins’ April 22. Man pleads guilty to fraud involving Hollywood church Ride-hailing driver sentenced The former chairman of the board he had control over the church’s siphoned a significant majority of for the Fifth Church of Christ, financial assets and operations, the proceeds for his personal use, to prison for raping passenger Scientist, of Los Angeles pleaded including some of its bank accounts. including purchasing a home with guilty on Feb. 3 to federal criminal From at least August 2006 more than $2 million in cashier’s A 49-year-old man who for- moned a ride to Hollywood. The charges that he stole more than $11 through December 2016, Sebesta checks drawn from church bank merly worked as a ride-hailing victim fell asleep in the vehicle million in church money using bank caused the church to make checks accounts. The checks were falsely service driver for Uber was sen- and the defendant drove her to a accounts for phony companies, and and other payments to fictitious recorded in church records as “dona- tenced to six years in prison for motel in North Hollywood where tried to cover his tracks by imperson- companies for which he had opened tions” and environmental remedia- raping a 24-year-old female pas- the rape occurred, Deputy District ating a real estate developer. bank accounts that he controlled, as tion payments to a fictitious “Sky senger in 2017, the Los Angeles Attorney Paul Thompson said. Charles Thomas Sebesta, 55, well as to bank accounts he held in Blue Environmental” company. County District Attorney’s Office The victim was heavily intoxi- pleaded guilty to one count of wire his own name and in the names of In 2009 and 2010, Sebesta wired announced. cated at the time of the sexual fraud affecting a financial institution his family members and a female $1.86 million and $309,622 in The defendant, Alaric Spence, assault, Thompson added. When and one count of bank fraud. He has companion. To further conceal the church money to be credited to his was found guilty in November of she woke up, the victim reported been in federal custody since his payments, Sebesta forged a church own personal tax accounts to gener- one count of rape of an intoxicat- the rape to police. Spence was arrest last August. member’s signature on numerous ate overpayment refunds to himself ed woman. Spence was also arrested a short time later at an According to his plea agreement checks drawn against the church’s from the U.S. Treasury and the ordered to register as a sex undisclosed location. and other court documents, Sebesta bank accounts, authorities said. California Franchise Tax Board, offender for the rest of his life. The case was investigated by was hired in 2001 as the church’s In fall 2008, Sebesta oversaw the respectively. On June 23, 2017, Spence the Los Angeles Police facilities manager and joined the sale of church property in Sebesta is scheduled to be sen- picked up the victim in down- Department’s Robbery-Homicide church in 2005, ultimately serving as Hollywood for approximately $12.8 tenced on May 18 and faces 60 years town Los Angeles after she sum- Division. its local chairman. In this capacity, million. He admitted that he in federal prison.

tions and disrupting the demand for your freedom from the binds of sex Authorities tout success of trafficking task force vulnerable victims by targeting cus- trafficking and to provide you the tomers. support and tools to rebuild your In conjunction with Human from Jan. 26 through Feb. 1 by the Villanueva held a press confer- Investigators focused enforce- lives,” Villanueva said. “To the traf- Trafficking Awareness Month, Los Los Angeles Regional Human ence on the operation on Feb. 4 at ment operations wherever human fickers and solicitors, we will not Angeles County Sheriff Alex Trafficking Task Force and 70 par- the Hall of Justice in Downtown trafficking occurs. The operation tolerate the enslavement and traf- Villanueva announced details and ticipating federal, state and local Los Angeles. He was joined by rep- included conducting prostitution ficking of others in any form. We results from the sixth annual law enforcement agencies. The resentatives from the Los Angeles demand operations on city streets will seek you out and prosecute you Operation Reclaim and Rebuild statewide effort combatted human County District Attorney’s Office, and investigating trafficking that to the fullest extent of the law. enforcement operation. trafficking at multiple physical California Department of occurs on the internet. Specially- Purchasing commercial sex is ille- The operation was conducted locations and on the internet. Corrections and Rehabilitation, trained cyber detectives posed as gal and buying sex adds to the California Highway Patrol, vulnerable teenagers and interacted exploitation of those involved.” California Department of Justice, with suspects on social media. “As a task force, we are contin- Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Victims encountered during uing to find cutting-edge Trafficking and many other agen- enforcement efforts were cared for approaches to serving survivors cies. by personnel from department of that prioritizes their rights, secures Operation Reclaim and Rebuild children and family services agen- their safety and provides access to resulted in 76 adults and 11 minors cies and victim service providers in services, while holding traffickers who were victims of trafficking each county. In Los Angeles accountable,” said CAST CEO and being rescued, 266 men being County, CAST, Saving Innocence, Executive Director Kay Buck. “I arrested for solicitation and 27 Zoe International and Journey Out want to thank all of the amazing other suspects being arrested for coordinated the emergency services community leaders that are a part alleged trafficking. A total of 518 response for victim care. of the task force for being stewards arrests were made statewide. “The Los Angeles County of our shared community values The operation focused on rescu- Sheriff’s Department and our part- and our evolving national model.” photo courtesy of LASD ing victims of sexual slavery and ners stand with each victim of this To report human trafficking call Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva was joined by partners on human trafficking, providing vic- heinous crime. You are the focus of 911. For information about the the Los Angeles Regional Human Trafficking Task Force to outline tims with services, identifying and this endeavor. We are here for you. task force, visit lahumantraffick- details of the annual Operation Reclaim and Rebuild operation. arresting captors, seeking prosecu- We are here to help you reclaim ing.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 February 6, 2020

voted 4-1 in support of the cam- violation has been made and only paign filing recommendation, with then refer it to FPPC. Smaller WeHo updates campaign contribution limits Heilman voting no. infractions, such as using the city’s n Council tackles to their candidacy,” Mayor Pro general election. With voter turnout Recommendations 2, 6 and 7 were logo, will still be handled internal- Tempore Lindsey Horvath said for municipal elections in West also approved and were supported ly. recommendations from before voting in support of the rec- Hollywood historically hovering at unanimously. Recommendations 6 and 7 direct Ethics Task Force ommendation. 18-20% of voters, Duran said cam- As a third party, the Fair Political the council to implement a code of She was referencing Marquita paigns will need extra funds for the Practices Commission would con- conduct for city contractors and BY MORGAN KEITH Thomas, who ran for City Council upcoming election, which will draw tract with the city under consultants and require elected and in 2019 and voiced her support for closer to 80% of the city’s voters. Recommendation 2 to provide appointed officials to publicly dis- At the recommendation of an the increase during public com- The task force also made seven enforcement services related to close any boards of directors for Ethics Reform Task Force, the West ment. other recommendations, three of local campaign finance or govern- nonprofit organizations that they Hollywood City Council voted 4-1, “There were candidates in the which were supported by a unani- ment ethics laws. The council serve on. with Councilwoman Lauren race who didn’t have the means to mous vote and four others that were agreed that the city clerk’s office, “Every single one of these rec- Meister as the lone no vote, to raise promote their platform because tabled for future discussion, elimi- which currently handles campaign the city’s campaign contribution they didn’t have the funds needed,” nated or heavily deliberated. violations, will determine if a major See Lobbying page 35 limit from $500 to $1,000. Thomas said. “I believe this recom- Recommendation 1 suggested The task force convened seven mendation can help in ensuring creating and adopting an ordinance times since May 2018 to craft rec- fresh new voices are in the race and requiring all campaign communica- ommended updates to municipal have the funds they need to address tions be submitted to the city and laws concerning government ethics, the increasing costs of running a included in its online campaign fil- Getting ready for Oscar lobbyist regulations and campaign viable campaign, and it decreases ing system, Netfile. This would finance. Its members include the barriers to access that may keep include campaign reporting data, Joseph Guardarrama, an ethics newcomers from entering the race.” mailers and scripts for robocalls and attorney with Kaufman Legal Other public commenters dis- door-to-door solicitations. Group; Max Kanin, an attorney agreed. Stephanie Harker, who for- “I think it is burdensome on small specializing in election law, cam- merly served on the city’s Rent campaigns and it seems silly to me. paign finance law and government Stabilization Commission, said she This is literature that, as a candi- ethics; and Elizabeth Ralston, a past was “vehemently opposed.” date, you’re distributing to the pub- president of the League of Women “It’s not campaign finance lic already,” Councilman John Voters of Los Angeles. reform for the better,” Harker said. Heilman said. “It seems inappropri- Both council members and pub- “I think it should not cost $100,000 ate for the government to be lic commenters disputed to get elected in a city that’s 1.89 involved in any way of stockpiling Recommendation 4, as to whether square miles.” the literature of candidates.” the current $500 campaign contri- Meister served on a task force in Task force member Gaurdarrama bution limit should be increased to 2009 that lowered the former cam- added that materials could be $1,000 and increased each election paign contribution limit of $1,000 uploaded as PDFs using an online cycle by the Consumer Price Index. to $500. submission tool, and that the A consensus was reached that the “If the argument is that we’ll end process would be “quite simple.” council would scrap the annual up with [independent expenditures] “I think it is more burdensome for increase and allow future councils being created, we’ll end up with the smaller campaigns … but in the to decide when to make additional [independent expenditures] being interest of having more information photo by Cameron Kiszla increases. created regardless of whether it’s available to the public rather than Work continues near the intersection of Hollywood and Highland “I find it interesting that the $500 or $1,000,” Meister said. less, the benefit outweighs the bur- in anticipation of the 92nd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 9. female candidates, especially the Councilman John Duran thought den placed on each of the cam- The ceremony, which will be held at the Dolby Theatre in the women of color, indicated that rais- it should be raised, citing West paigns,” said Duran, who voted in Hollywood and Highland Center, will be broadcast on ABC begin- ing the [campaign contributions] Hollywood’s consolidation of support of the recommendation. ning at 5 p.m. amount would have been beneficial municipal elections with the 2020 After calling a vote, the council For information, visit oscars.org.

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400 block of N. Crescent Dr. Closed Between N. & S. Santa Monica from January 29 - February 13, 2020 14 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Preschool plan upheld by WeHo City Council n Neighbor’s appeal story preschool at 972 N. San port the appeal. Councilman John Vicente Blvd. and denied the appeal Duran recused himself for a poten- claimed traffic, safety filed by Annette Kazmerski, who tial conflict of interest, as he lives issues in Planning lives near the project site. near the site of the proposed The applicant, Nasim Kablan, preschool. Commission approval wants to build an 8,300-square-foot, Meister echoed one of the most BY CAMERON KISZLA three-story preschool for up to 72 prominent complaints from students between 18 months and 5 Kazmerski and 10 other people who On Feb. 3, the West Hollywood years old. spoke or submitted comments dur- City Council reaffirmed the The appeal was denied by a 3-1 ing public comment: traffic from Planning Commission’s September vote, with Councilwoman Lauren the school during drop-off and pick- 2019 approval of a proposed three- Meister casting the lone vote to sup- up would back up onto , which is already impacted by the adjacent hotel, the London West Hollywood at Beverly rendering courtesy of Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects Hills, as well as the nearby Sunset An appeal of a three-story preschool planned for San Vicente Boulevard Safety comes first for L.A. Strip, buses, delivery trucks, ride- was rejected by the West Hollywood City Council on Feb. 3. hailing vehicles and regular traffic. “San Vicente Boulevard with its concerns; however, they said they about the proper site for a school. Pride in West Hollywood slope and the traffic and the hotel thought Kablan and her traffic Councilman John Heilman right there, I don’t think it’s the right consultant, Diana Skidmore, man- argued that some of the issues n Council finalizes toward public safety, $200,000 place for this project … it’s not the aging director of Culver City- raised by the projects’ opponents for traffic control services, project itself, but it is the location,” based Crain & Associates, had would be still be issues at many financial contribution $200,000 for costs related to Meister said. done an effective job demonstrat- other sites in the city. for 50th L.A. Pride Pride on the Boulevard produc- Kazmerski also alleged that the ing that the school’s staggered “If they can’t go in residential tion, $115,000 for costs related to project would encourage parents to drop-off times would prevent too [areas] and traffic is too big a deal, BY JOSE HERRERA CSW’s use of the Pacific Design park – sometimes illegally – in the many cars from attempting to then we can’t put them in commer- Center, $30,000 to distribution of nearby neighborhood, that a school enter the underground parking cial [areas]. Where are we left to West Hollywood City a citywide community mailer and is a bad fit for that location because garage at once. have a preschool facility?” Heilman Councilmembers voted 4-1 to $30,000 toward additional park- the city is trying to put adult-orient- “I think if we don’t allow for said. pass an approximately $3 million ing enforcement. ed businesses, such as nightclubs some degree of queuing in a school Mayor John D’Amico said the financial contribution as part of Mayor Pro Tempore Lindsey and cannabis businesses, in the to allow for drop-off, we’re not Planning Commission’s oversight – the city’s co-sponsorship of Horvath said that it’s important area, and that the project has safety going to have schools anywhere in as conditions of approval, the com- Christopher Street West’s 50th that they make sure that people concerns, such as crossing San West Hollywood,” Mayor Pro mission required three-, six- and annual L.A. Pride celebration. feel safe to come and be them- Vicente Boulevard on foot, which Tempore Lindsey Horvath said. 12-month reviews of the school’s On Feb. 3, the city council selves at Pride. can be hazardous. The council members added that traffic impacts – might help allay received a review and analysis of “We asked L.A. Pride to go out “It is very difficult, even with the the city needs schools – a sentiment some of the traffic issues and con- L.A. Pride financials from previ- to the community and ask them pedestrian crosswalk and light sys- echoed by nearly all of the project’s cerns by residents. Horvath said the ous years, obtained a planning what is important that they want tem that has been installed there, to 14 supporters who spoke and even preschool is likely to have a posi- update for the event and consid- for Pride,” Horvath said. “We get cars to stop or even slow down,” some of its critics – and the site is tive impact on West Hollywood. ered requests from CSW for the could run Pride how we run Kazmerski said. located across San Vicente “This school has an opportunity city’s contribution to the event. Halloween and hire a producer The other council members did Boulevard from West Hollywood to really play a vital role in how we CSW’s financial requests and make it an event that doesn’t not deny that Kazmerski and the Elementary School, casting doubt build community in West focused on use of city parks and have the kind of... it’s a fun event, project’s other opponents had valid on some of the critics’ complaints Hollywood,” Horvath said. facilities, public safety, and costs but what Pride has is a spirit, and related to traffic control services, a soul and a community connec- according to a staff report. tion because of all the input.” The same report notes that, due The council deliberated and to public safety, the city’s contri- removed an additional $40,000 bution to the parade has related to costs for Metro increased from approximately employee parking relocation, $500,000 in 2015 to $1.2 million CSW’s use of West Hollywood in 2018, and just over $2 million Park basketball courts and in 2019. CSW’s production of a trans brunch. In previous years, the last three “The $3 million requests were not subsidized by that we are being the city, according to CSW. asked to Horvath and Councilmembers John Duran, John Heilman and contribute is ... Lauren Meister voted to support immeasurable in most of CSW’s requests, while Mayor John D’Amico voted terms of where against the motion, stating he we position West was uncomfortable spending $3 million on one event. Hollywood in the “There are too many other crit- communities of ical human services needs in our community that $1 million could Southern be put toward,” D’Amico said. California and However, Duran commented on the significance of supporting how we position CSW’s financial requests for the LGBT people in 2020 L.A. Pride celebration. where we are at “There are some collateral benefits to the city that come this time of our with the association of movement.” Christopher Street West,” Duran said. “Some of it that we can’t reduce to dollars and cents.” -West Hollywood Among other recommenda- City Councilman tions approved was another John Duran $128,000 from unallocated General Fund Reserves for the “Over the years this increase is cost-related park construction due to a number of factors and expanded footprint of the including enhancements to safe- festivities. guard against intentional acts and “The $3 million that we are accidents at the event, increased being asked to contribute is sheriff contracts costs as well as something more important,” increased coverage areas with the Duran said. “It’s immeasurable in addition of Pride on the terms of where we position West Boulevard last year,” said Hollywood in the communities Community and Legislative of Southern California and how Affairs Manager John Leonard. we position LGBT people in Of the $3 million, approxi- where we are at this time of our mately $2.4 million will go movement.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 February 6, 2020 Pink’s joins Missoni to launch Italian fashions at iconic American hot dog stand

BY EDWIN FOLVEN tial Americana,” Richard Pink said. 100 influencers posting information “They were looking for a place about the new clothing. Pink added Every day, large crowds flock to where a lot of young people hang that it was a first for the stand, Pink’s Hot Dogs on La Brea out, and they thought it would be a which was started in 1939 by Paul Avenue for one of their 36 varieties great place to launch their new and Betty Pink, Richard and of hot dogs. On Feb. 4, crowds fashion line,” Pink added. “It’s very Beverly’s parents, and has grown gathered at the stand for an addi- cool, very hip. It’s a great vibe. The into an iconic destination in Los tional reason: to see the latest fash- Missoni name is worldwide and Angeles. ions from the Italian purveyor internationally famous, and the “It’s the first time a fashion brand Missoni, which held a party on Pink’s name is internationally well- wanted to come to Pink’s and bring Pink’s back patio to spotlight its M known. It’s the overall atmosphere all their influencers,” Pink added. Missoni apparel line. Richard Pink, that Missoni felt blends well with “It’s a fun spot. Pink’s known for a photo by Edwin Folven who operates the stand with his their fashion name.” lot of energy, and it’s the energy of Gloria (left) and Richard Pink, and Beverly Pink-Wolfe, enjoyed the party at wife, Gloria, and sister, Beverly The event included more than their brand, too.” Pink-Wolfe, joined the party, which Pink’s Hot Dogs on Feb. 4 for the debut of a new clothing line from Missoni. included a fashion show, hot dogs, music and fun. Missoni contacted Pink’s and requested that the party be held there because “they love America and Pink’s is quintessen- Chamber endorses Gold, Bosse The Board of Trustees of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Leadership Political Action Committee has endorsed Julian Gold and Lili Bosse for Beverly Hills City Council for the upcoming March 3 municipal elec- tion. The PAC Board has gotten to know the candidates from their involvement with the city of Beverly Hills and, in the case of Julian Gold and Lili Bosse, from their time on the City Council. The PAC also conducted one-on-one interviews with each candidate to learn about their positions on issues facing the business community and their vision for the future. “Julian Gold and Lili Bosse have shown strong judgment, character and dedication in their time on the City Council,” the board said in a statement. “Amongst other impor- tant achievements, both have shown dedication to key business issues, such as lowering parking require- ments and fees, enhancing shopping after hours and considering ways to keep Beverly Hills relevant for the next generation.” The PAC said its priorities include ensuring Beverly Hills remains a first-class destination for visitors and businesses in light of the major construction projects occurring in the area and changes to the business landscape such as online retail; reducing the time and cost it takes to get approval for developments and opening busi- nesses; attracting new and exciting businesses, including top notch cultural and food attractions; and enhancing nightlife in areas (such as the Golden Triangle) that will not adversely impact residents. “The PAC believes that Julian Gold and Lili Bosse have the lead- ership qualities, temperament and skills to continue to tackle the key issues facing the city in the future and the ability to implement changes to support both the busi- ness and residential community in Beverly Hills,” the board added. The PAC urged Beverly Hills res- idents to cast a vote for Lili Bosse on page one of the ballot and a vote for Julian Gold on page two of the ballot. For information, visit beverly- hillschamber.com/advocacy/leader- ship-pac. 16 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Trainees go from ‘Hound Dog’ to Homeboy n Program provides mentioned that he played the trum- In the last couple of years, pet, Stoller said. Homeboy Industries’ staff discov- second chances, He wanted to continue providing ered that people also need a way to healing through music access for Homeboy trainees to heal from the chronic stress result- music education and spontaneously ing from traumatic childhoods and BY MORGAN KEITH told Walter Zooi, now the executive incarceration. director of the Young Musicians “We have these areas where Since its launch in October 2017, Foundation, about his idea for the people can pursue their creativity the Mike Stoller Music Heals pro- program. in a healing-centered space,” Lass gram has provided trainees at “Music for me was something said. Homeboy Industries with instruc- that I always loved,” Stoller said. Artists from the Young Musicians tors, space and resources so they “Walter leapt at the idea. He said, Foundation, which partners with can receive music education and ‘I’m in.’” Music Heals, serve as instructors for experiences. Trainees at Homeboy have either 25-35 trainees on any given day, said Stoller, the Music Heals pro- been previously involved in gangs Martin Flores, who teaches drums gram’s namesake, Mike Stoller, a or incarcerated, and are involved in and percussion for the program. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee the organization’s Workforce “For me as an educator, it makes photo courtesy of Walter Zooi and longtime supporter of Development program, according me feel good. I look forward to it Mike Stoller, right, is a famous songwriter who is best known for writing Homeboy, came up with the idea for to Alison Lass, manager of media and it’s the highlight of my week,” Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock,” Ben E. King’s “Stand by Me” and Big the program at a donor meeting relations for Homeboy. Flores said. “It’s called Music Heals Mama Thornton’s “Hound Dog.” after hearing a Homeboy trainee “One of the things we focused on because it heals the trainees, but it share his life story. The young man early on at Homeboy was our old heals [instructors] too.” had been involved with gangs and tagline: ‘Nothing stops a bullet like At the start of Music Heals ses- found his way to Homeboy, but also a job,’” Lass said. sions, everybody introduces them- Beverly Hills starts push for selves, talks about how they’re feel- ing or how their week is going, and participates in a group drum circle. Census 2020 participation Amoeba Music announces Trainees then break off into smaller groups based on their interests such The city of Beverly Hills has Beginning March 12, house- as guitar, singing and songwriting, officially launched “Be Counted holds will begin receiving offi- new location in Hollywood keyboard, drums, and music tech- Beverly Hills,” a Census 2020 cial Census Bureau mail with nology and recording. campaign encouraging residents information regarding how they “They feel that having the ability to participate in the census either can fill out the questionnaire. By to channel their emotions through by mail, online or phone. April 1, which is known national- music makes them feel like their “The information our residents ly as “Census Day,” all homes voices are being heard instead of provide to the U.S. Census will have received information marginalized,” Zooi said. Bureau will help to ensure criti- about the census. “Participants leave with a greater cal federal funding for important Between April 8-16, the U.S. sense of connection to themselves programs that truly make an Census Bureau will begin deliv- and the world around them.” impact in our community,” ering paper census forms that can Some trainees have gone on to Beverly Hills Mayor John be filled out and mailed back. pursue music or music production Mirisch said. Beginning in May, U.S. Census as a career. A trainee named The census is conducted every Bureau representatives will begin Brandon, who graduated from the 10 years, and the data informs visiting homes that have not Homeboy program last year, was funding for programs such as responded. The last day to partic- recognized by Snoop Dogg and early childhood education, senior ipate in the 2020 Census is July given a scholarship to work along- nutritional programs and more. 31. side him and his organization, Zooi The data collected is also used to For information, visit beverly- said. determine California’s apportion- hills.org/census, or contact the “For the majority [of trainees], it ment in the U.S. House of U.S. Census Bureau’s Call opens their eyes and ears to a lot of Representatives. Center at (800)923-8282. rendering courtesy of Amoeba Music things in the world beyond the life On Feb. 5, Amoeba Music announced its new location: 6200 that they have had on the streets and Hollywood Blvd., at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Argyle in prisons, and I think that’s the Avenue in the El Centro complex. The move was announced on the most important thing,” Stoller said. Amoeba website and in a video featuring Grammy-winning musician “The participants respond amazing- Tyler, the Creator. ly.” “I think I speak for most Angelenos when I say that we are thrilled In the future, Stoller said he that our beloved Amoeba Music is staying in Hollywood! My office hopes to continue collecting instru- worked to keep Amoeba in the neighborhood, and we are even more ments contributed to the program so delighted to welcome the store to the Walk of Fame, which we are that enthusiastic trainees can take actively trying to enhance with my HEART of Hollywood initiative,” instruments home, continue practic- said Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District. ing on their own and share the joy The new store is expected to open this year sometime after Labor of music with others. Zooi said he Day, according to the Amoeba website, and the space is expected to hopes to finalize a music production be only slightly smaller than the current location at 6400 Sunset and media arts internship program Blvd., which has been home to the record store since 2001. this year. Last year, the Los Angeles City Council approved a 26-story, For information, visit mixed-use building that will include up to 200 residential units, 10 of ymf.org/teachingartist, or home- which will be for very low-income households, for the site. boyindustries.org. For information, visit amoeba.com/moveupdate. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 February 6, 2020

SB 50 vote produces mixed reactions across the state Brownley announces framework By Morgan Keith O’Sullivan said he thinks the pol- affordable for medium-, low- and icy creates too many luxury units very low-income residents. for infrastructure investments On Jan. 30, the California State for each affordable unit and won’t “[Wiener’s] way is a sycophantic Senate voted 15-18 to reject a con- solve the housing crisis, adding that fantasy of California government. On Jan. 29, U.S. Rep. Julia Brownley (D-Westlake Village) troversial bill authored by Sen. the ratio would have to be flipped to Actual cities are doing the work.” announced the release of the Moving Forward Framework, a five-year, Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) work. Beverly Hills Mayor John $760 billion investment in infrastructure that would create 10 million aimed at incentivizing statewide Mayors from both West Mirisch said he believes that the jobs and address some of the country’s most urgent infrastructure housing development. Hollywood and Beverly Hills also bill, which he described as “a wolf needs. Senate Bill 50 attempted to opposed the bill. in sheep’s clothing,” is good in the- From addressing the massive maintenance backlog to designing safer respond to the state’s housing crisis “I think the main impact on West ory, but will ultimately create spec- streets, the framework would bolster the federal government’s role in by superseding local density Hollywood is it would’ve taken the ulation and displacement. order to help communities around the country undertake transformative requirements, design standards and built environment of our city out of “It’s a real estate bill, not a hous- projects that are smarter, safer and made to last. zoning ordinances by encouraging the hands of our community and put ing bill,” Mirisch said. “There “It is long past time we make critical investments to fix America’s developers to build more housing it into Sacramento legislators’ should be more decision-making crumbling infrastructure. This framework is a jumping-off point that near jobs-rich and transit-rich areas. hands, and nobody wants that,” close to home.” will revitalize our economy, fix our country’s crumbling roads, bridges “I am deeply disappointed that West Hollywood Mayor John However, groups like California and transit systems, and create good-paying jobs while addressing the the Senate rejected SB 50. D’Amico said. Yes In My Back Yard were simulta- climate crisis in the process,” Brownley said. California’s long-term failure to D’Amico said the “built environ- neously disappointed by the out- The Moving Forward Framework outlines major investments, build enough housing is harming ment” constitutes the underlying come and excited about the including those in highways, rail and transit systems, airports, ports and millions of Californians, damaging zoning, proposed building size and momentum surrounding housing harbors, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure. our economy, badly undermining volume, and the building’s design policy at the state level. For information, visit brownley.house.gov. our climate goals and threatening and landscaping. “The reality of the way L.A.’s pol- California’s status as a center of The West Hollywood City itics works is it’s done a decent job innovation and diversity,” Wiener Council voted at a meeting on Dec. of putting a bunch of housing in a said in a press release. “California’s 2 to send a letter to the Southern few neighborhoods, but it’s basically housing status quo is badly broken. California Associations of made it impossible to build housing [This] vote perpetuates that dys- Governments objecting to an in most neighborhoods,” said function.” increase in the number of new Matthew Lewis, director of commu- While Wiener and supporters of housing units it will require the city nications for California YIMBY. “I the bill are dismayed by the vote, to build by 2029. The city has think there is a question on the table presidents of the Hancock Park exceeded its housing production now to everyone who voted against Homeowners Association and during the last two mandated con- this bill: ‘What’s your solution?’” Miracle Mile Residential struction periods. Lewis said he believes that sena- Association were relieved at its “We have built the appropriate tors have an obligation to propose rejection. amount of housing because we something that they think will bal- “I think I speak for a lot of people have policies in place, the commu- ance all the components a housing – certainly in the Miracle Mile and nity engaged and developers who bill needs with the ability to actual- beyond – we are just dismayed follow our policies who listen to our ly pass the legislature. when they put it in terms of one size concerns,” D’Amico said. After the vote, Wiener said that fits all. It’s not local,” said Jim His concerns include ensuring he plans to introduce new housing O’Sullivan, president of MMRA. “I proposed buildings are compatible production legislation soon. would like Wiener and the rest of with their neighborhoods, existing State Sen. Ben Allen (D-Santa photo by Morgan Keith them [to explain] how what he’s residents are not impacted negative- Monica) voted against SB 50. Calls Supporters of Los Angeles’ historic preservation overlay zones worried doing is going to produce housing ly or displaced, and an appropriate to his office were not returned. SB 50 would allow developers to stray from community design stan- for the homeless and really low- amount of new housing – 20% or Allen represents Santa Monica, dards, creating stark contrasts between homes like those at 800 and 808 income people.” more in West Hollywood – is West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Ridgeley Drive.

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On the sweeter side, the pastry team up for the annual Governors Ball, Cecchetto, who has helped pro- of Kamel Guechida, Garry the Academy of Motion Picture Arts duce the Governors Ball for 31 Larduinat and Jason Lemmonier and Sciences’ official post-Oscars years and her Sequoia Productions will create nearly three dozen show- celebration, which will immediately team will collaborate with Burwell stopping desserts. follow the 92nd Oscars ceremony on every aspect of the production The Governors Ball will take on Sunday, Feb. 9. including concept, design, on-site place in the Ray Dolby Ballroom on The ball’s 1,500 invited guests construction, day-of execution and the top level of the Hollywood & include Oscar winners and nomi- management. Highland Center immediately fol- nees, show presenters and other par- Puck, Vice President of Culinary lowing the Oscar ceremony. ticipants. Eric Klein and a kitchen team of The 92nd Oscars will be held on For the third time as the 200 will bring a menu of more than Sunday, Feb. 9, at the Dolby Academy’s Awards and Events 70 imaginative dishes to life. Theatre in Hollywood, and will be Committee chair, Burwell will Stations will feature vegan dishes televised live on ABC at 5 p.m. photo by Valerie Durant/©A.M.P.A.S. oversee the décor, menu and enter- such as sweet potato tempura with “The Oscars Red Carpet Show” The Governors Ball will feature dozens of dishes created by chef tainment planning of the ball. mint cilantro aioli, maitake mush- will air at 3:30 p.m. Wolfgang Puck and his kitchen team. Burwell, a member of the room salad with eggplant baba For information, visit Academy since 1997, is currently ghanoush, and house-made cam- oscars.org/press/governors-ball. We City Council honors Oscar-nominated films n On Feb. 4, Los Angeles City Valentine’s Day! Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, and six major entertain- ment organizations recognized We have everything to make your Valentine Oscar-nominated films that support feel special - from balloons to banners, production in Hollywood and throughout California. party favors, paper goods, wrapping, bows, As part of the Made in Hollywood Honors, O’Farrell pre- and sweets for your sweet! sented official city certificates to representatives of five Oscar-nomi- 10% off all merchandise in the store nated films. The MIHH program with this coupon! salutes films nominated for discounted merchandise, balloons and balloon delivery excluded Academy Awards for Best Picture or Best Animated Feature that are produced and filmed in California. photo courtesy of the Council District 13 office The films that were recognized City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell honored locally produced Academy are “Marriage Story,” nominated Award nominees in the ninth-annual Made in Hollywood Honors. for six Oscars; “Ford v Ferrari,” nominated for four Oscars; and Best Original Song. This year, she Financial Corporation. “Once Upon a Time...in is nominated for her song “I’m MIHH was established in 2011, Hollywood,” nominated for 10 Standing with You” from the film and since then, five of the honorees Los Angeles Party Oscars. All three are nominated for “Breakthrough.” have gone on to win Oscars for Best Best Motion Picture of the Year at The event was a collaboration of Picture or Best Animated Feature: Supply Store this year’s Academy Awards. O’Farrell, SAG-AFTRA, the “The Artist,” “Argo,” “Frozen,” O’Farrell will honored “Toy Story California Film Commission, “Big Hero 6” and “Inside Out.” In since 1934 4” and “How to Train Your Dragon: FilmLA, Teamsters Local 399, the addition, each summer, the Made in The Hidden World,” which are both Film Musicians Secondary Markets Hollywood Honors recognizes 5969 Melrose Ave. nominated for Best Animated Fund and the Producers Guild of Emmy-nominated television pro- Feature. America, together with MIHH part- ductions made in California. (corner of Wilcox) Additionally, O’Farrell honored ner and co-sponsor, 1600 Vine, and For information, visit cd13.lac- veteran songwriter Diane Warren its managing partner, Klein ity.org. (323)467-7124 with a Lifetime Achievement Award. For over the past 35 years, Diane Warren has written memo- rable songs for films, all while based in Los Angeles. Her work has ANTONIO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT PRESENTS resulted in 15 Grammy Award nom- inations and one win; five Golden Globe Award nominations and one the dollface dames cabaret! win; a Primetime Emmy Award; a star on the Hollywood Walk of The Gatsby Extravaganza Vintage Cabaret! Fame in the 13th District; and 11 Academy Award nominations for Singing! Dancing! Flappergirls! Swing Dancers! Fire & More! Social media to be honored A new awards ceremony – the Social Media Superstar Awards – will celebrate the achievements of brands, businesses and individuals who have changed the face of social media and marketing. The inaugur- al awards ceremony and gala dinner will take place on Feb. 13 at the Four Season hotel, Beverly Hills. The SMS has identified 10 indus- try categories which will be recog- Join us on Valentine’s Day nized for awards, including fashion, travel, sports, hospitality and enter- Two shows at 6 & 8 pm $10 tainment. Four special awards will be allocated to businesses and indi- Antonio’s viduals who have shone in their Reserve Now fields with their iconic endeavors Mexican Restaurant and pioneering travails. 7470 Melrose Ave. For information, visit socialmedi- Los Angeles 323-658-9060 asuperstarawards.com/event-infor- www.antoniosonmelrose.com mation. 22 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Jeanne Dobrin leaves city-shaping legacy

By Morgan Keith established its cityhood in 1984. opportunity to observe her and see “She was an amazing lady and I her for over 35 years. I can tell you Longtime community advocate choke up talking about her because she had this deep love for the city. and West Hollywood resident she was a tremendous, strong voice Even when I didn’t agree with her, I Jeanne Dobrin died at the age of 99 for the city,” Rodriguez said. “She’d knew she was doing what she on Jan. 31. In her honor, the West give them hell. She was very opin- believed was in the best interest of Hollywood City Council ran a ionated and said how she felt about the community.” slideshow before its meeting on just about everything.” Larry Block, a friend of Dobrin’s Feb. 3, showcasing pictures of Dobrin had her own unofficial who spent lots of time with her dur- Dobrin over several decades. seat in the front row at council meet- ing her final years, played a clip at Manny Rodriguez, vice president ings so she could see closed caption- the meeting of Dobrin talking about of the West Hollywood West ing on the TV screen, which she how candidates running for local Residents Association, said that spearheaded the effort to implement. elections should be community-ori- Dobrin likely attended more City “I think we all know that Jeanne ented. In the clip, she spoke about photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood Council meetings than Councilman was complicated and that she could her passion for issues about over- Jeanne Dobrin, right, was well-known for attending West Hollywood City John Heilman, who has served on be a total pain in the behind. She development, the homelessness cri- Council meetings and speaking about local issues. She is shown speak- the council, with the exception of relished that and enjoyed doing that sis, helping veterans and anything ing with former West Hollywood City Councilwoman Abbe Land. two months, since West Hollywood at times,” Heilman said. “I had the affecting West Hollywood. “I care about this city and I want you to care about it too,” Dobrin talked on everything [at council to the City Council meeting said, her voice echoing throughout meetings], but I don’t know that because Dobrin had saved their WeHo hosts workshops on the council chambers. people really appreciated how home by filing a lawsuit against a Block bought a pink hat from unusual it is to have such a sharp developer, and the only reason they Dobrin’s estate sale that was mind so late into her years,” are able to still live in the city is rent stabilization ordinance adorned with her pin collection for Eisenberg said. “She’s a big loss.” because of her. Councilwoman Lauren Meister, When she wasn’t attending “I think Jeanne understood that The city of West Hollywood will Topics will include unit re-registra- whom he said she would have want- meetings, Dobrin loved to play no one involved has things go their host two series of rent stabilization tions, limits on rent increases, securi- ed to have it. Meister met Dobrin at with her cats, paint, quiz her friends way every time. Jeanne understood ordinance workshops in February, ty deposits, annual registration fee a West Hollywood West meeting and go to the 99 Cents Only Store, this is a marathon, not a 100-yard one for tenants and another for land- and pass through, minimum mainte- over 20 years ago. Block said. The pair would fre- dash,” Mayor John D’Amico said. lords. nance standards, temporary reloca- “Anyone she thought loved the quently go shopping together and “She continued to press for the Known as “RSO Building tion, requirements for legal entry, city as much as she did, she would have conversations in her home by things she believed in for years, for Blocks” workshops, the events are and Airbnb and short-term rentals. do anything for,” Meister said. passing a dry erase board back and decades.” held twice a year to educate property A Landlord Advanced workshop It was commonplace for Dobrin forth since she was partially deaf. “Clearly, Jeanne was a force of owners, managers, tenants and com- will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 7 to forge friendships at municipal On her bedside table at her nursing nature, and we all witnessed that munity members about the city’s rent p.m. covering topics such as register- meetings. Elyse Eisenberg, who met home, she kept a picture of the City here in these council chambers and stabilization ordinance. All work- ing new tenancies online; paying the her at a Planning Commission meet- Council members at the West everywhere throughout the com- shops will take place in Room 5 at program annual fee and how to cor- ing 15 years ago, said that Dobrin Hollywood Library. munity,” Mayor Pro Tempore the West Hollywood Community rectly pass-through half the fee to sent emails and kept up with news “She was very loving, sweet and Lindsey Horvath said. “Every time Center at Plummer Park, 7377 Santa tenants; maintenance standards for on the Internet well into her senior gentle,” Block said. “She had that you take that moment to be Monica Blvd. paint, floor and window blinds; cal- years. side that people would never see at engaged in the city, you’re honor- A Tenant Advanced workshop will culating and applying allowable rent “I know everyone knows how a City Council meeting.” ing her work and her legacy as take place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 7 increases; maintaining housing ser- smart Jeanne was and how she Block met a resident who came well. Long live Jeanne Dobrin.” p.m. The session will cover eviction vices and parking; the rent stabiliza- protections, tenant harassment and tion petition and hearings process for mediation services, social services determining maximum allowable for low-income seniors, reasonable rent and whether housing services accommodations under the Fair have been reduced or removed; and Housing Act, and information about tenancy just-cause eviction protec- pets, service dogs and therapy ani- tions. mals. The workshops are free, reserva- Landlord Basics will take place on tions are recommended. For more Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m. The ses- information and to RSVP, call sion will provide landlords with a Administrative Specialist Tom basic understanding of the RSO, Trevor at (323)848-6472, email landlord rights and responsibilities. [email protected], or visit weho.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 February 6, 2020 Work on piling progresses in Beverly Hills

Metro has resumed piling in way will better enable truck ingress underway in February near Beverly Hills around the future and egress at the staging yard. The Wilshire/La Cienega and Wilshire/Rodeo subway station. No work is anticipated to take place in Wilshire/Stanley. Intermittent lane work will be held in the public right mid-February and last up to five reductions, turn restrictions and of way on Sunday, Feb. 9, in con- days. Southbound Reeves Drive sidewalk closures may be in place. junction with the Academy Awards, between Wilshire Boulevard and the Near Wilshire/Crescent Heights and on Presidents Day, Monday, alley near Reeves Park will be inter- and Wilshire/La Jolla, utility and Feb. 17. mittently closed to traffic between 9 tunnel investigation is ongoing. The Piling is occurring along the north a.m. to 4 p.m. during installation. work is generally occurring during side of Wilshire Boulevard behind Sidewalk restoration and installa- off-peak hours 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. K-rails, which provide a safety bar- tion is also occurring in the project and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on weekdays, rier. Wilshire Boulevard has been area and pedestrian push-button traf- and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on weekends. reduced to two lanes in each direc- fic signals are being implemented at Station construction, hauling and tion between Beverly and Crescent Clifton Way and Crescent Drive. concrete pouring is also ongoing photo courtesy of Metro drives. Geotechnical instruments are also near Wilshire Fairfax. Ogden Drive Crews are conducting potholing work near the Wilshire/Fairfax station. The piling will continue from 8 being installed along the tunnel will be intermittently closed at a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. alignment and around the station Wilshire Boulevard. Intermittent Non-drilling activities are conducted box to monitor ground movement, lane closures may also be in place to ground construction support also p.m. Intermittent single lane clo- from 9 to 11 p.m. Piles will be settlement and geological impacts. support deck panel maintenance and continues at a work zone in the cen- sures may also be in place from 9 installed across Beverly Drive and Near Wilshire/La Cienega and soil investigation in the ter of Wilshire Boulevard near a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through will require lane closures at the Wilshire/Gale, station construction, Wilshire/Fairfax station area. Rimpau Boulevard. Wilshire Friday, on Wilshire Boulevard intersection. Work hours for piling material deliveries, instrumentation Anticipated work hours are 9 a.m. to Boulevard has been reduced to two between Western Avenue and across Beverly Drive are weekdays and concrete pouring continues. 3:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., lanes in each direction between June Manhattan Place. One block east of between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and week- Concrete and material deliveries to Monday through Friday. Orange Street and Muirfield Road. Western avenue, southbound Oxford ends from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., with the La Cienega station box are antic- Grove Avenue will also remain Tunneling support and street Avenue will be intermittently non-drilling activities from 8 to 10 ipated to continue through April and closed south of Wilshire Boulevard maintenance is ongoing 24-hours-a- reduced to a single lane through p.m. the frequency of lane reductions in through June. day at a staging yard just west of the Friday, Feb. 28, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 Piling along the north side of the area has increased to two or three Near Wilshire/La Brea, work is intersection of Wilshire/Western. p.m., and 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Wilshire Boulevard is anticipated to times per week. Deliveries will ongoing at the staging yards and at a Northbound Manhattan Place will For questions and concerns, call be complete in April, at which time occur on Tuesday, Thursday and work zone in the center of Wilshire be closed intermittently just north of the 24-hour project hotline at piling work will move to the south Saturday from 2 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Boulevard just east of Sycamore Wilshire Boulevard, Monday to (213)922-6934, email the project side of Wilshire Boulevard. That Wilshire Boulevard between La Avenue. Hauling and deliveries to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and team at [email protected], or work is expected to last through Cienega and San Vicente boule- and from the La Brea staging yards Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 visit metro.net. July. vards. Wilshire Boulevard will be will continue. Work hours are 6 a.m. In addition to piling, storm drains reduced to two lanes in each direc- to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 2 a.m., are being installed at tion during the work hours. Monday through Saturday. Wilshire/Beverly and Hamilton and Gale drives north of Intermittent lane closures may be Beverly Hills Chamber hosts Wilshire/Canon. Work at Canon Wilshire Boulevard will also be necessary between Highland Drive will be completed within the closed. Avenue and Detroit Street for instru- areas closed off by K-rails, while Additionally, Gale Drive will be mentation, environmental testing annual Lunar New Year event work at Beverly Drive will require intermittently closed at Wilshire and street maintenance on Wilshire lane reductions. One lane will Boulevard to support construction in Boulevard and side streets. Work The Beverly Hills Chamber of government officials and communi- remain open in each direction on the staging yard. Access to North hours are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Commerce Asian Business ty influencers at the event, which Beverly Drive during work hours on Gale Drive will be maintained from Monday through Friday. Connection Committee will hold its will feature traditional Lunar New weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and San Vicente Boulevard. Work hours Underground support from the cen- fifth annual “Lunar New Year: Year Year entertainment and cuisine. 8:15 p.m. to 7 a.m., and weekends outside the staging yards are 6 a.m. ter opening work zone at of the Rat Celebration,” on Friday, Tickets are available to members of from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Wilshire/Sycamore also continues to Feb. 7, at O’Gara Coach. the chamber’s Chairman’s Circle Metro is also planning to install a Saturday. support station construction under The chamber will welcome more and sponsors. RSVP is required. For driveway at the Reeves staging yard, Instrumentation work, road and Wilshire Boulevard. than 500 attendees including profes- information, call (310)248-1000, or 9430 Wilshire Blvd. The new drive- utility maintenance will also be Material deliveries and under- sionals, celebrities, entrepreneurs, visit tinyurl.com/lny2020.

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The only films that matter prepare to clash at the Oscars n ‘Parasite’ could kind that deserves high praise. The Golden Globes sure thought become first foreign so, earning him director and best language film to win drama wins. And, his film certain- ly belongs at the top of any war Best Picture film list. As for “Parasite,” replace those After last year’s best pic fiasco, global conflict stakes with class what actually wins and what conflict in modern-day South deserves to win depends on the Korea. The Kim family, unable to ing. For history’s sake, coupled peculiar formula employed by the pay for basic necessities, finds its with unheard of originality, Academy to determine top hon- golden ticket in the Park family, “Parasite” should sweep. But ors. Something about rankings as just as affluent as they are “1917” is a war flick like none opposed to which one receives the gullible. What begins as a con-job other as well. Come Sunday, most votes. In a just world, only comedy transforms into some- Oscar will decide who is more photo courtesy of Universal Pictures two contenders belong on top: thing else entirely as the climax deserving: a World War I epic or a George MacKay portrays Lance Corporal Schofield in “1917,” a film that “Parasite,” a South Korean dark approaches. It’s bizarre. It’s infat- class war dark comedy. could win the Best Picture Award at the Academy Awards. comedy, and “1917,” a World War uating. It’s gut-wrenching. And it I flick designed to feel like a sin- packs the special kind of jaw-drop gle tracking shot. factor unlike anything in the Amongst many nominations West. per film – 10 for “1917,” six for “Parasite” and its director, “Parasite” – the pair face off for Bong Joon Ho, have already made original screenplay, production history with many firsts for South design, director and best picture. Korean cinema, including a recent For wildly different reasons, each win at the SAG Awards for cast- easily surpasses the other six ing, also a first for any foreign nominees. And just as easily, both language film at the event. are 2019’s top films, often a con- Joon Ho could personally leave cept that conflicts with what the with three awards – directing, Oscars tend to honor. screenwriting, best pic – and To say it could go either way “Parasite” will likely take home isn’t a sure thing. Again, that for- best international feature, the new mula might take voters’ third category that replaced the foreign option, something like “Jojo language catagory. But he’s hard- Rabbit” or (in a dystopian world) ly a new face. His films have been “Joker,” and let them win big. on most critics’ radars since his That’s how “The King’s Speech” sophomore feature, breakout and “Green Book” outshined far monster movie “The Host” better options in past years. (2006), alongside ample positive But if the votes are truly split reactions to “Mother,” between “1917” and “Parasite,” “Snowpiercer” and “Okja.” then Academy members must “1917” is the kind of film best choose between spectacle of craft experienced on the biggest screen or insane originality. As a war possible, while “Parasite” works film, “1917” covers familiar nar- on any size, a statement that rative terrain, but the actual ter- might dismay a film purest like rain the film’s Lance Corporal Martin Scorsese who believes Schofield (George MacKay) tra- films, especially his best pic nom verses surpasses other war films. “The Irishman,” shouldn’t be Sam Mendes puts his background viewed on mobile devices. in directing stage musicals to Neither makes one film more cin- work, with various sequences that ematic than the other. They seamlessly condense miles of belong to their own categories of landscape into a visceral ride that amazing. Alas, only one can win, feels simultaneously realistic and and history will more fondly theatric in a way celluloid does remember “Parasite” for its biting best. commentary, zany story and Mendes knows how to create incredible performances. buzz-worthy films, from Perhaps the most looming chal- “Revolutionary Road” to 007 lenge is a rather common bias flicks “Skyfall” and “Spectre.” amongst best pic noms: A foreign He previously won best director language film has never won. Of for 1999’s “American Beauty,” a the 12, including the multilingual film that has aged terribly indeed. “Babel,” that date back to 1938, “1917” marks new ground, the none have broken this glass ceil-

photo courtesy of Universal Pictures Yeo-jeong Jo appears as Yeon-gyo in “Parasite,” a film among the front- runners for Best Picture. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 February 6, 2020

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CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item:

LOCATIONS: Citywide, West Hollywood, California

REQUEST: Amendment to the West Hollywood Zoning Ordinance to Across 53. Distributor of largesse 1. Sudden blast of wind 55. Cherished person modify the Affordable Housing Requirements and 5. Head skin 60. US abbr. Incentives, and Off-Street Parking Requirements for 100% 10. Business slumps 61. Bench site affordable housing projects to comply with changes to 14. The “A” of ABM 62. No ifs ___ or buts 15. Lid or lip application 63. Answer to a señor State law. 16. Places to find drs. 64. Like some vbs. 17. Whip 65. Pulitzer-winning writer James PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits. 18. 66. Make up (for) White chip, often 19. Datebook abbr. 67. Necessitates 20. Act like Don Quijote 68. Copper APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood 23. 1996 Madonna musical 24. Three sheets to the wind Down TIME/PLACE Thursday, February 20, 2020 25. Like some drugs, briefly 1. Faux pas 27. Bishop’s jurisdiction 2. Have a day over again? OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. 28. Capitol votes 3. Inexpensive cigar West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – 32. Swaddle 4. Hermetically sealed Council Chambers 34. “Yeah, right!” 5. Creamy salad 36. Start to dynamic 6. Global bank 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard 37. Certain oyster hunters 7. Auth. unknown West Hollywood, CA 90069 40. “___ be a cold day...” 8. Court figure Ivan 42. Jewelry units 9. Baby ZONES: All zones, citywide 43. “Quiet!” 10. Indian dish made with lentils 46. Words with “record” or “trap” (Var.) 47. Andes’ kin 11. Pleads ENVIRONMENTAL 50. Tebow who won the 2007 12. Lady Gaga, e.g. STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Heisman Trophy 13. Historic barrier breaker 51. 2012 NBA breakout Jeremy 21. Bond girl Roberts Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15061 (Review for Exemption)

The staff report will be available on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at City Hall, 8300 , the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org Newspaper stays IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, focused on community or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Commission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require spe- cial assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496.

Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provided upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter.

The Sept. 1, 1948, issue of the Park Labrea News shows the publi- cation in its early years when it was published monthly and was dis- For further information contact Rachel Dimond, AICP, Senior Planner in the tributed to residents of the Park La Brea apartments. On the front Planning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via email page, publishers Jean and Bill Duncan pondered the return to at: [email protected] school for Park La Brea’s children, construction occurring at the complex and the best time to take a vacation. Inside, columns focused on “strange marriage customs” and what local teens did Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk during the summer. Advertisements touted double knee children’s jeans for $1.98, crepe and taffeta silk dresses for $16.75, and a

house “above the smog with a beautiful view of the hills and valley” for $35,000. The Park Labrea News was dedicated to providing Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- information that benefitted readers, and while the times (and prices) have changed, the Park Labrea News and Beverly Press remains тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- committed to informing the public and presenting articles on impor- 6826. tant and timely topics. 26 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

West Hollywood CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD

Sheriff’s Station PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE P OLICE BLOTTER

Jan. 20 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood City Council will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following At 5:45 p.m., an unknown suspect The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the committed a burglary in the 800 item: areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between block of Hilldale. Jan. 26 and Feb. 2. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- LOCATIONS: 1251 N. DETROIT STREET, ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los Jan. 21 West Hollywood, California Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and An unknown suspect burglarized a the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. residence in the 300 block of REQUEST: Appeal of the Historic Preservation Westbourne Drive. The time of the Commission Resolution No. HPC Beverly Hills Police An unknown suspect committed a incident was not provided. 19-137, recommending the desig- grand theft in the 9500 block of Department Brighton Way at 4:03 p.m. Jan. 22 nation of the front duplex as a local cultural resource. Jan. 26 Jan. 30 At 2:03 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the At 8:02 a.m., a vandalism incident At 10:05 p.m., a suspect was 8400 block of Sunset. PERMIT(S): Appeal of Cultural Resource Des- was reported in the 400 block of arrested on suspicion of driving ignation, and any other required Roxbury. under the influence of alcohol or Jan. 24 permits. drugs near the corner of Elevado An unknown suspect committed a and Rexford. At 12:30 a.m., an unknown suspect petty theft from a vehicle parked in committed a theft in the 700 block APPLICANT(S): Via Alegre, LLC the 400 block of Camden at 11:43 Jan. 31 of La Cienega. a.m. APPELLANT(S): Via Alegre, LLC At 9:40 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect was arrested At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 400 for theft in the 8500 block of Sunset burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of N. Bedford. at 6:27 a.m. TIME/PLACE Tuesday, February 18, 2020 200 block of S. Hamilton. Another OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. vehicle burglary was reported in A vandalism incident was reported At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect the same area at 7 p.m. in the 200 block of Moreno at committed a vehicle burglary in the West Hollywood Park Public 10:45 a.m. 1200 block of Crescent Heights. Meeting Room – An unknown suspect assaulted a Council Chambers victim in the 200 block of Reeves A suspect was arrested after At 10:55 a.m., an unknown sus- 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard at 10:20 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the attempting to steal bottles of alco- 300 block of N. Canon. hol from a restaurant in the 9000 West Hollywood, CA 90069 Jan. 27 block of Sunset at 10:40 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a ZONES: R3C (Residential Multi-Family At 1:25 a.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 200 block of Moreno At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 200 block of at 12:15 a.m. committed a vehicle burglary in the Medium Density) Spalding. 600 block of La Peer. At 1:31 p.m., an unknown suspect ENVIRONMENTAL An unknown suspect committed a assaulted a victim near the corner Jan. 25 petty theft in the 200 block of N. of Wilshire and Bedford. STATUS: Statutorily exempt from the provi- Beverly at 7:49 p.m. At 12:45 a.m., an unknown suspect sion of the California Environmen- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- committed a vehicle burglary near tal Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Jan. 28 tim in the 8400 block of Wilshire at the corner of Sunset and Kings. 3:55 p.m. Section §15331 (Historical Re-

An unknown suspect committed a source Restoration / Rehabilita- At 12:49 a.m., an unknown sus- At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect pect committed a grand theft in the vehicle burglary in the 8900 block tion). committed a grand theft from a of Sunset at 2:43 a.m. 9500 block of Wilshire. vehicle parked in the 500 block of

N. Maple. At 5:30 p.m., three unknown male The staff report will be available on Wednesday, February A vandalism incident was reported in the 9400 block of Olympic at suspects stole mail at an apart- 12, 2020, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the 10:50 a.m. Feb. 1 ment building in the 8600 block of W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line West Knoll. At 6:09 a.m., an unknown suspect At 4:27 p.m., an unknown suspect at www.weho.org committed a grand theft in the 200 assaulted a victim near the corner Jan. 26 block of S. Beverly. of Carson and Charleville. IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be lim- At 11:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a vehicle burglary in the ited to raising only those issues you or someone else Jan. 29 grand theft in the 800 block of N. 8600 block of Sunset. raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in Roxbury at 12:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a the written correspondence delivered to the West Holly- An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 400 block of N. At 5:58 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 7700 block of wood City Council, via the Planning and Development Oakhurst at 5:07 a.m. assaulted a victim in the 9700 Norton at 1:08 p.m. Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. block of Wilshire.

At 6:44 a.m., an unknown suspect At 1:34 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim near the corner An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 900 To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, of Wilshire and Santa Monica. petty theft from a vehicle parked in block of Spaulding. Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for the 600 block of Walden at 6 p.m.

An unknown suspect committed a checkout at the meeting. If you require special assistance petty theft from a vehicle parked in Feb. 2 • Information about crimes to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing the 200 block of N. Crescent at occurring in the Los Angeles impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing At 1:49 a.m., a suspect was Police Department’s Wilshire noon. to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least arrested on suspicion of driving and Hollywood divisions was At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect under the influence of alcohol or unavailable this week due to 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the committed a grand theft in the 400 drugs near the corner of Sunset technical problems with the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. block of N. Beverly. and Mountain. crimemapping.com website.

Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transporta- tion) may be provided upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For State bill would address illegal auto dismantling information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO- METRO (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net Assembly Bill 238, authored by accountable for the damage they million in foregone taxes to the Assemblyman Miguel Santiago (D- are causing to our communities. state. Los Angeles), passed in the AB 238 will do just that by contin- “Unlicensed auto dismantlers ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Assembly with overwhelming uing to identify and shut down ille- pose a real threat to the public’s Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. bipartisan support and is now under gal dismantling shops.” health and the environment,” said consideration by the California Illegal dumping and disposing of SCADA President Gary For further information contact Gurdeep Kaur, Assistant State Senate. vehicles leads to inadequate haz- Umphenour. “This underground Planner, in the Planning and Development Services Depart- Sponsored by the State of ardous waste handling, car thefts economy is not concerned about California Auto Dismantlers and improper worker safety protec- the proper disposal of toxic and ment at (323) 848-6475, or via email at: [email protected] Association, the bill will ensure the tions. The practice harms the state’s hazardous materials or selling used state continues to address illegal most vulnerable and underserved car parts that are unsafe. Unless the Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk vehicle dismantling to keep com- communities, making it a pervasive state wants the number of illegal munities and environment safe. environmental, economic and pub- operations to surpass the number

“Unlicensed dismantling contin- lic health threat. lawfully licensed auto dismantlers, ues to be a serious economic, envi- Moreover, unlicensed disman- the state Legislature needs to con- Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- ronmental and public health con- tling costs licensed small business- tinue a program that has effectively екта. Для дополнительной информации cern for California,” Santiago said. es over $1.5 billion in potential put hundreds of bad actors out of “We must hold rule breakers earnings per year and over $100 business.” на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 February 6, 2020 CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Council approves plan to address hate crimes PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Following a Los Angeles Police instructs the LAPD to report back on Department report that showed hate We will stand establishing a citywide communica- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood crimes have increased for the fourth tions tool that would serve as a sin- Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to con- year in a row, the Los Angeles City together, across gle point of contact for critical inci- Council approved a Public Safety communities and dent coordination, as well as a cen- sider the following item: Committee report on Feb. 4 instruct- across tral hotline for proactive hate crime ing the LAPD to develop proactive neighborhoods, as prevention. LOCATIONS: 8950 SUNSET BOULEVARD, tools to protect vulnerable institu- The legislation also seeks to one of the most West Hollywood, California tions and prevent violence motivated expand the victim’s assistance web- by hate. diverse cities on site with more languages, a broader REQUEST: The number of reported hate Earth and make array of resources for Los Angeles’ Applicant is requesting to extend and amend existing entitlements crimes rose by 10.3% in 2019, Los Angeles a diverse communities and LAPD according to the LAPD report. security assessments to vulnerable for a new 168,583 square-foot “Hate crimes continue to rise national leader in institutions. mixed-use hotel development across our country, but today, Los hate crime “The Jewish Federation of containing 165 guestrooms, four Angeles is taking a stand,” said City prevention. Greater Los Angeles is greatly con- Councilman David Ryu, 4th District. cerned about the sharp rise in anti- residential units, restaurant, bar, “We will not give in to fear or cyni- -Councilman David Ryu, Semitic attacks against the Jewish spa, retail and meeting room cism. We will not accept this as the 4th District community in Los Angeles,” said uses. new normal. We will stand together, Ivan Wolkind, chief operating and across communities and across financial officer of the Jewish PERMIT(S): Amendment Permit, and any neighborhoods, as one of the most “It is unfortunate, but no surprise Federation of Greater Los Angeles. diverse cities on Earth and make Los that hate crimes are up in the region. “Eight years ago, we created our other required permits. Angeles a national leader in hate My office has been tracking and Community Security Initiative to crime prevention. This legislation is working diligently on prevention help protect our community mem- APPLICANT(S): 8950 Sunset Boulevard, Inc. the first step in ensuring that our city and intervention measures to reduce bers and institutions. We are incredi- is prepared and our communities are hate crimes since the spike became bly grateful to Councilmember TIME/PLACE Thursday, February 20, 2020 protected.” apparent,” said Koretz, 5th District. David Ryu for his partnership and The legislation originated as a “Our focus must be turned towards leadership in combating this rising OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. motion co-introduced in 2017 by Ryu the future, which includes a multi- scourge of hate crimes against not West Hollywood Park Public and Councilmen Paul Koretz and pronged approach. The first is only our Jewish community, but Meeting Room – Bob Blumenfield, and former shoring up physical infrastructure communities throughout the city Council Chambers Councilman Mitch Englander. security at institutions. The second is who are dealing with these heinous 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard Among other things, that motion closing the gap of communication acts.” required LAPD to provide periodic with law enforcement and relevant “Year after year, LGBT people West Hollywood, CA 90069 reports to the City Council’s Public agencies. The third is educating our continue to experience violent hate Safety Committee on the number of community on a regular basis on crimes at disproportionately high ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) hate crimes reported each year. how to report acts of hate and take rates,” added Terra Russell-Slavin, Hate crimes have continued to rise action. We must combat hate wher- director of policy and community ENVIRONMENTAL each year, increasing by 40.6% since ever it rears its ugly head and fight building for the Los Angeles LGBT 2016. Last year, the highest number for more funding for hate crime pre- Center. “The targeting of LGBT STATUS: Mitigated Negative Declaration of hate crimes were against Jewish vention.” people, and other marginalized com- prepared. residents, with 69 reported crimes, The legislation approved on Feb. munities, has steadily increased followed by African Americans with 4 seeks proactive measures to pro- under the Trump administration and The staff report will be available on Thursday, February 68, and 53 against gay men. Hate tect vulnerable institutions like syna- it should surprise no one that this 13, 2020 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the crimes against trans individuals also gogues, mosques and cultural cen- ongoing contempt for vulnerable increased by 23.5%, and the numbers ters, and increase prevention, out- populations has violent conse- W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line more than doubled for Muslims. reach and information sharing. It quences.” at www.weho.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be lim- Former Koreatown clinic owner sentenced for fraud ited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or A former chiropractor who was most wanted fugitives. business. Sales, Goyena and in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hol- previously on a federal list of most Last February, Kim was found in Marlon Songco, 43, hired licensed lywood Planning Commission, via the Planning & Devel- wanted fugitives was sentenced on Vietnam and was apprehended in physical therapists to occasionally Feb. 4 to 30 months in federal Ho Chi Minh City, pursuant to a supervise Kim’s unlicensed staff, opment Services Department at, or prior to, the Public prison for his role in a $15 million warrant from Interpol. FBI agents who performed services that were Hearing. Medicare fraud scheme in which brought Kim back to the United not reimbursable under Medicare claims were submitted for physical States, where he has since remained guidelines. To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of therapy services that were not reim- in federal custody. While at New Hope, Medicare 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available bursable or not provided. According to a plea agreement, beneficiaries often received only a David Y. Kim, 57, who lived in between March 2012 and January massage and acupuncture – ser- for checkout at the meeting. If you require special as- the Arlington Heights District of 2014, Kim owned and operated vices that Kim knew Medicare did sistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for Los Angeles, was sentenced by New Hope Clinic in Koreatown. not cover – from individuals not the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your re- United States District Judge David He admitted to filing fraudulent licensed to provide physical thera- quest in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) O. Carter, who also ordered Kim to claims with Medicare for physical py. Kim and his co-conspirators 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The pay $690,519 in restitution to therapy services that were not pro- then submitted fraudulent claims Medicare. vided to patients. Kim received for physical therapy to Medicare. City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. Kim pleaded guilty in September approximately 55% of the illegal Sales, Goyena and Songco each to one count of health care fraud Medicare proceeds. Medicare paid pleaded guilty to federal criminal Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- and one count of receiving illegal $690,519 in fraudulent claims from charges. Sales and Goyena were portation) may be provided upon written request to the kickbacks in exchange for Kim’s clinic. Kim personally held jointly liable for $7.8 million Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the Medicare referrals. In 2015, after received illegal proceeds totaling in restitution. meeting with federal law enforce- $379,785. The case was prosecuted by meeting. For information on public transportation, call ment agents for an interview, Kim Co-defendants Joseff Sales, 42, Assistant United States Attorney 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to fled the United States and went to and Danniel Goyena, 42, the own- Alexander F. Porter, of the Major www.metro.net South Korea. The U.S. Department ers and operators of several compa- Frauds Section, and Ali of Health and Human Services, nies involved in the scheme, paid Moghaddas, of the General Crimes ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Office of Inspector General later New Hope for Kim’s referral of Section. included Kim on its public list of Medicare beneficiaries to their Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter.

For further information contact Doug Vu, Senior Plan- ner in the Planning & Development Services Depart- Warning issued about animal shelter scams ment at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: [email protected]

The Los Angeles County District online with false information about group, and to double check that the Attorney’s Office is warning about “high kill” shelters and imminent animal exists, determine where it is Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk animal shelter scams that are euthanasia unless they immediate- housed and verify the true extent of prevalent throughout the year. ly receive money to rescue pets. its needs. People should also con- The image of a puppy in a cage Consumers may also be contacted tact a sheltering agency directly to at a shelter can inspire many ani- on social media or by email, phone inquire about what help already mal lovers to donate money to res- and mail by scammers seeking has been provided and whether an Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- cue organizations, but scammers donations to rescue an animal. animal is really is at risk of death. may be preying on their compas- People are warned to verify that For information and to view a екта. Для дополнительной информации sion. In animal shelter scams, per- the organization soliciting funds is video message about the scams, на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. petrators post pictures of animals a legitimate nonprofit or charitable visit da.lacounty.gov. 28 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Petersen Foundation grants $25 million to CHLA Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has announced that the Margie and NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Robert E. Petersen Foundation has Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to con- contributed $25 million to estab- sider the following item: lish an endowment supporting three of the hospital’s signature programs, the Cancer and Blood LOCATIONS: 1048 N. CURSON AVENUE, Disease Institute, Vision Center West Hollywood, California and Inpatient Rehabilitation Services. REQUEST: Applicant is requesting to subdi- “This endowment expands the Petersen’s legacy of generosity by vide a three-story, five-unit resi- providing CHLA with a resource dential building into a common that will forever advance our mis- interest development (condo- sion to create hope and build minium). healthier futures for children,” said Paul S. Viviano, president and CEO of CHLA. “I am so grateful PERMIT(S): Subdivision Permit, and any other for this gift that will support a wide required permits. range of initiatives including photo courtesy of CHLA research projects, technology Children’s Hospital Los Angeles will rename the driveway at its 4650 APPLICANT(S): Lawrence Lazar (Agent: The upgrades, clinical care, key physi- Sunset Blvd. campus as the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Entry Plaza. Neiman Group) cian recruitment, capital projects, unreimbursed care and more.” The Margie and Robert E. jects over the years, including an this gift will help save children TIME/PLACE Thursday, February 20, 2020 Petersen Foundation, led by $8.5 million gift to open a state-of- from debilitating illnesses by help- OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. President GiGi Carleton, supports the-art inpatient rehabilitation ing one of the nation’s top chil- West Hollywood Park Public children’s health and well-being space in 2015, named the Margie dren’s hospitals provide families Meeting Room – throughout Southern California, and Robert E. Petersen Foundation and patients the multidisciplinary, fulfilling the Petersens’ desire to Rehabilitation Center and honor- family-centered care they need.” Council Chambers care for the community by helping ing their sons Bobby and Richie In recognition of this transforma- 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard all children reach their full poten- Petersen. tive gift, CHLA will name the main West Hollywood, CA 90069 tial. Margie Petersen was a former “Through their transformative driveway at its 4650 Sunset Blvd. CHLA Trustee, and both she and philanthropy and leadership, the campus the Margie and Robert E. ZONES: R3B (Residential, Multi-Family her husband Robert Petersen, Petersens dedicated their lives to Petersen Entry Plaza, in honor of founder and chairman of Petersen helping children overcome obsta- Robert Petersen’s role as founding Medium Density) Publishing Co., were longtime sup- cles of all kinds,” said Alexandra publisher of Hot Rod and Motor porters of the hospital. Carter, CHLA senior vice president Trend magazines, and founder of ENVIRONMENTAL The foundation has supported and chief development officer. the Petersen Automotive Museum. STATUS: Categorically exempt from the several CHLA programs and pro- “They would be proud to know that For information, visit chla.org. provisions of the California Envi- ronmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15332 (In-fill Input sought for state’s master plan on aging Development Project)

The California Department of urgent need for the effort, noting that set of strategies and partnerships that The staff report will be available on Thursday, February Aging recently announced the the state’s demographics are chang- will promote healthy aging and pre- 13, 2020 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the launch of engageca.org, an updated ing rapidly. The ratio of older adults pare the state for the demographic engagement campaign that encour- to younger adults is expected to changes. “We need a plan that brings W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line ages Californians to share their nearly double in the next 10 years. everyone to the table to help us at www.weho.org vision for a new master plan for The Newsom administration is also understand what’s coming and guide aging. projecting the state’s population us toward taking better care of older IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be lim- With the state’s 65-and-older pop- could for the first time stop growing Californians.” ited to raising only those issues you or someone else ulation projected to grow to 8.6 mil- in the next 40 years. The CDA’s public engagement lion people by 2030, Gov. Gavin “The Golden State is getting gray- campaign, titled “Together We raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or Newsom has issued an executive er, and we need to be ready for the EngAGE,” began work in 2019 by in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hol- order calling for the development of major population changes headed hosting a series of public meetings lywood Planning Commission, via the Planning & Devel- a master plan for aging by October. our way,” Newsom said, adding that and community roundtables. More opment Services Department at, or prior to, the Public The governor’s proposal for the the state needs to work with stake- than 1,000 public comments have Hearing. 2020-21 budget underscores the holders and the public to develop a been collected. Thirty-four aging experts joined the master plan’s Stakeholder Advisory Committee to To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of guide the effort. 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available Beverly Hills celebrates Engageca.org will serve as the for checkout at the meeting. If you require special as- platform for the campaign, providing sistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for details on the master plan and encouraging more Californians to get the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your re- restored Greystone Theater involved with its development. There quest in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) are many ways to engage, including 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The online surveys for stakeholders and City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. the public to submit input and policy recommendations, details on upcom- ing events, and additional opportuni- Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- ties for interacting directly with aging portation) may be provided upon written request to the experts in webinars on topics such as Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the healthy aging, senior housing and meeting. For information on public transportation, call transportation for older adults. 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to “Since the development of the master plan for aging began, we have www.metro.net been listening to consumers, stake- holders, state and local government, ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said private sector partners, tribal leaders Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. and more, and we believe engageca.org will only expand the number of voices we hear from,” said For further information contact Antonio Castillo, Senior Kim McCoy Wade, director of the Planner in the Planning & Development Services De- photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills California Department of Aging. partment at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: Beverly Hills city officials and VIPs recently attended a soft open- “California’s growing numbers of [email protected] ing of the newly restored Greystone Theater at Greystone Mansion older adults represent a wealth of experience and knowledge, and and Gardens: The Doheny Estate on Saturday, Feb. 1. Guests enjoyed Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk a staged reading of William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” directed working together we can all ensure

by Louis Fantasia, who has produced and directed nearly 200 plays our state has accessible and afford- and operas worldwide. Beverly Hills City Councilmen Robert able housing, health care and services Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- Wunderlich (left) and Julian Gold joined Fantasia and Mayor John for all. Engageca.org will help us Mirisch at the event. A grand opening celebration will be announced achieve that goal.” екта. Для дополнительной информации soon. For information, visit beverlyhills.org/greystonemansion. For information, visit на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. engageca.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 29 February 6, 2020 Science center opens IMAX film on sea turtles The California Science Center presents “Turtle Odyssey,” a Definition Films production open- ing at the center’s IMAX Theater on Friday, Feb. 7. The film, narrated by actor Russell Crowe, explores the unique lifecycle of an Australian green sea turtle named Bunji and its incredi- ble journey across the open ocean. The film follows the green sea tur- tle from a hatchling into adulthood as it swims thousands of miles, photo by Justin Bishop meets incredible creatures and has Lady Gaga and Mark Ronson celebrated in this Vanity Fair photo- wild encounters. The turtle eventu- graph taken last April. ally migrates with mysterious pre- cision back to the beach where it

was born to lay eggs that become photo courtesy of the California Science Center the foundation of the next genera- The new film “Turtle Odyssey” focuses on sea turtles and their role in the Exhibit captures intricacies tion. oceanic environment. “We are tremendously excited to release ‘Turtle Odyssey’ at the of Vanity Fair photography California Science Center. Having will be able to enhance their expe- with humans, according to scien- Russell Crowe’s engaging voice rience by visiting our ecosystems tists studying the turtles. The Annenberg Space for board chair of the Annenberg combined with the immersive giant kelp forest where they can enjoy The California Science Center Photography presents “Vanity Foundation. “Their photographs screen format, this movie will take seeing nearly 1,000 diverse marine and IMAX Theater are located at Fair: Hollywood Calling-The have inspired magazine readers audiences on an unforgettable jour- animals.” 700 Exposition Park Drive, in Stars, the Parties, and the and defined the careers of ney,” said Wendy MacKeigan, of Sea turtles are some of Earth’s Exposition Park. IMAX tickets Powerbrokers,” a show dedicated Hollywood’s most successful SK Films, the distributor for most ancient and majestic crea- start at $6.75. For information, visit to the glitz and glamour of actors. This exhibit shows why “Turtle Odyssey.” tures. For over 100 million years, californiasciencecenter.org. Hollywood using iconic Vanity the allure of Hollywood is “We are pleased to bring ‘Turtle they have traversed the seas, Fair photography running from impossible to ignore.” Odyssey’ to our theater and share endured mass extinctions and Saturday, Feb. 8, through “These pictures bring this wonderful story along with the played critical roles in maintaining Sunday, July 26. Hollywood to life,” added Vanity importance of protecting these spe- food webs. There are only half as From Demi Moore’s iconic Fair Editor-in-Chief Radhika cial creatures who inhabit the plan- many turtles in the ocean as there nude pregnancy cover to Heath Jones. “And together, they et with us,” added Jeffrey N. were 100 years ago. The biggest Ledger, Angelina Jolie, Jennifer encapsulate what makes enter- Rudolph, president and CEO of the threat to their survival is not life in Lopez and comics Robin tainment such a powerful force in California Science Center. “Guests the wild, but in sharing their world Williams, Eddie Murphy and Jim our culture. It’s hard to capture Carrey, audiences can view pho- charisma in two dimensions, but tographs of over 130 Hollywood this exhibition shows how Vanity legends by photographers Annie Fair has pulled it off, again and Music in the Mansion series Leibovitz, Mark Seliger, Helmut again.” Newton, Herb Ritts and many The exhibit is curated by others. The exhibition also pro- Vanity Fair’s creative develop- welcomes young opera stars vides a look at the parties and ment editor David Friend and the powerbrokers through the dis- magazine’s former director of Camila Lima, a soprano from Lima made her debut in the role tinctive lens of Vanity Fair, photography Susan White. The Argentina, and Xavier Prado, a of Violetta in Verdi’s “La Traviata” including every Vanity Fair Annenberg Space for tenor from Chile, will showcase in Barcelona, Spain, and has since Hollywood Issue cover and port- Photography will also hold pub- their extensive repertoire in a con- performed in numerous leading folio, as well as photos from the lic programs coinciding with the cert titled “Voices of South operatic roles in Europe and North annual Vanity Fair party on Oscar exhibition, including workshops, America” on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2 America. She was the winner of night. panel discussions and family p.m. at the Greystone Mansion and alternate First Prize of the 2018 “The extraordinary artists in activities. Gardens in Beverly Hills. international New York Lyric Opera this exhibit have done so much The Annenberg Space for The performance is part of the Competition and a semi-finalist at more than chronicle celebrities; Photography is located at 2000 Music in the Mansion concert the Montserrat Caballe they’ve helped define our popu- Avenue of the Stars. Admission series, which brings classical music Competition in Zaragoza and the lar culture, as Vanity Fair itself is free. For information, call to the intimate living space of the Jaume Aragall Competition in has done,” said Wallis (213)403-3000, or visit annen- mansion every month through June. Sabadell, both in Spain. Lima twice Annenberg, president, CEO and bergphotospace.org. Prado came to the U.S. with his won the Beverly Hills National family at the age of 15. An accom- Auditions, and is returning after her plished violinist and violist, his recital last season. focus shifted to becoming a singer, Music in the Mansion is spon- and he has performed in numerous sored by the Beverly Hills New production of ‘Frankenstein’ leading operatic and oratorio roles Community Services Department, in Europe and North America. In under the artistic direction of Laura 2018, the organization Opera Buffs Schmieder, who founded iPalpiti debuts at The Wallis in Beverly Hills selected Prado for its fall produc- Artists International, an organization tion of “La Boheme,” and he dedicated to helping professional The Wallis Annenberg Center for “Mary Shelley’s story, one of the received a grant from the organiza- musicians advance their careers. the Performing Arts and Four Larks greatest ever told, ushered in new tion for emerging young artists. In Tickets are $20. The Greystone present a production of genres, and its ethical questions 2019, Prado also starred as the lead Mansion and Gardens is located at “Frankenstein,” an adaptation of continue to resonate with new role in the world premiere of the 905 Loma Vista Drive. For infor- Mary Shelley’s classic novel, run- advances in science and technolo- new opera, “Dulcinea XL” at the mation, call (310)285-6850, or visit ning from Wednesday, Feb. 12, gy,” said Sweeney and Peters- Colburn School’s Zipper Concert beverlyhills.org/musicintheman- through Sunday, March 1, in The Lazaro. Hall. sion. Wallis’ Lovelace Studio Theater. “With Four Larks; Mat Sweeney The unusual production of and Sebastian Peters-Lazaro, two “Frankenstein,” commissioned by artists whose boundless artistry has The Wallis and created by Four made its mark on Los Angeles’ cre- Larks, combines dynamic physical ative landscape for many years, we Artists sought for upcoming theatre, live music and experiential have partnered with the ideal team design. It brings the tale to life in a to build this extraordinary piece of modern version spotlighting the work,” said The Wallis’ Artistic spring ‘Beverly Hills artSHOW’ dangers of unregulated technology. Director Paul Crewes. “We invite Sourced predominantly from audiences to join us for a very The city of Beverly Hills is Approximately 250 artists will be Shelley’s novel in conjunction with unique interpretation of seeking artists to apply for its selected to exhibit their work in 11 its 200th anniversary, the production ‘Frankenstein.’” spring 2020 art show to be held on categories including painting, ponders new questions about moral Audiences are warned that the May 16-17 in Beverly Gardens sculpture, ceramics and glass, responsibility for each generation. production uses a strobe light Park. drawing, traditional printmaking, KRAMER + DRESBEN The show is directed, staged and effect, flashing lights and theatrical Artists can apply for a juried furnishings, photography and digi- composed by Four Larks’ Mat haze, and contains partial nudity. spot selected by a panel of inde- tal art, jewelry and two-dimension- Stephen W. Kramer Sweeney, with design and choreog- Tickets are $60. 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Annual art fair comes to Hollywood LACMA debuts works of Ming dynasty painter Art Los Angeles Contemporary, floors, inhabiting both its vaulted The Los Angeles County where exhibitors from around the ceiling ballroom and its athletic Museum of Art presents “Where world provide a cross-section of infrastructure, including a gymna- the Truth Lies: The Art of Qiu international contemporary art, sium and racquetball courts. Ying,” the first exhibition on the will host its latest edition at the Mexico City-based architectural Ming dynasty painter ever orga- Hollywood Athletic Club on studio PRODUCTORA will re- nized outside of Asia, running Sunset Boulevard on Feb. 13-16. envision the original 1920s archi- from Feb. 9 through May 17. ALAC 2020 will present a tecture in collaboration with L.A.- Few artists in Chinese history robust selection of exhibitors from based architecture and interior have proven as enigmatic as Qiu Los Angeles, San Francisco, design practice Part Office. Ying. Though one of the most Portland, New York and Chicago, Curatorial platform Court famous artists of the Ming period, as well as international exhibitors Space, which hosts exhibitions in almost nothing is known about his from Australia, Germany, L.A.’s public sports courts, will life. Ying is said to have been illit- Belgium, Japan, New Zealand, feature sculptural works by erate, yet surviving evidence Peru, Sweden and the United artist Gozié Ojini. A photographic demonstrates elegant writing; and Kingdom. installation by Luciano Perna will though he is said to have had few “ALAC has been building con- display selections from his archive followers, he remains one of the nections to our city and its collec- of images of the Los Angeles art most copied painters in Chinese photo courtesy of LACMA tors and putting content and gal- scene. These projects will high- history. “Where the Truth Lies” features works by Chinese artist Qiu Ying. leries first for 11 years,” said Tim light the social and athletic context Featuring a total of 65 works, 45 Fleming, founder and director of of the fair at the Hollywood of which are by Qiu Ying, “Where ALAC. “We’re moving to the Athletic Club. the Truth Lies” comprises the including his predecessors and The Los Angeles County Hollywood Athletic Club with the Joining gallery participants are largest gathering of paintings by the teachers, his daughter Qiu Zhu and Museum of Art is located at 5905 same philosophy we’ve always nonprofit organizations includ- artist ever assembled in the U.S. followers from the early 16th centu- Wilshire Blvd. For information, call had, partnering with a core group ing SculptureCenter, New York, as and paintings by 17 other artists ry through the mid-20th century. (323)857-6000, or visit lacma.org. of long-term international and Los well as a selection of independent Angeles-based exhibitors, and art publishers such as Case welcoming galleries that joined us Publishing, OSMOS and Printed for the first time last year. This Matter. Morrison Hotel Gallery holds anniversary celebration marriage and commitment to L.A. The Hollywood Athletic Club is Morrison Hotel Gallery will Monterey Pop and Laurel joined by special surprise guests. marks our future. It’s what a fair in located at 6525 Sunset Blvd. For host a celebration on Saturday, Canyon. An exhibition of rare outtakes this city needs to be.” information, call (323)851-7350, Feb. 8, to commemorate the half- In addition to some of music from Diltz’s impromptu The fair will span the club’s two or visit artlosangelesfair.com. centennial of The Doors’ album, history’s most intimate moments, Morrison Hotel session will take “Morrison Hotel,” and the Diltz has captured portraits of place within the gallery. Diltz and gallery’s own 20th anniversary. Crosby, Stills & Nash, Joni Krieger will reunite for a panel Hosted by John Varvatos and Mitchell and Keith Richards, and discussion. Timothy White, the celebration concert shots of Jimi Hendrix, The event runs from 7 to 10 will pay homage to legendary Janis Joplin and Kurt Cobain. p.m. and RSVP is required. photographer and gallery partner The festivities will take place The Sunset Marquis is located Henry Diltz. Diltz’s extensive at the Sunset Marquis, with a at 1200 Alta Loma Road, West body of work encompasses such poolside performance where Hollywood. For information, hallmarks as the album cover that Robby Krieger of The Doors, visit morrisonhotelgallery.com. gives the gallery its namesake, as along with Danny Clinch and his To RSVP, email rsvpla@thep- well as images from Woodstock, Tangiers Blues Band, will be resshouse.com.

photo courtesy of Mixografia, Los Angeles The 2020 Art Los Angeles Contemporary will feature works from artists including John Baldessari’s “Stonehenge (With Two Persons) Red.” SAG-AFTRA encourages using intimacy coordinators on sets On Jan. 29, SAG-AFTRA play a unique role by advocating announced a major milestone in its for performers’ safety and ensuring ongoing work to promote the on-set that a production’s creative needs safety and dignity of its members. are met.” SAG-AFTRA’s new “Standards The standards and protocols and Protocols for the Use of were developed in collaboration Intimacy Coordinators” provides a with SAG-AFTRA member leaders framework for the use of profes- and a community of experienced sional, skilled intimacy coordina- intimacy coordinators, including tors – professionals who help per- representatives from Intimacy formers and productions navigate Directors International and highly sensitive scenes that feature Intimacy Professionals nudity and simulated sex – Association. throughout the entire production “It is our hope that this process process. SAG-AFTRA believes can be widely adopted for an effec- that implementation of these stan- tive and reasonable path for pro- dards and protocols will allow pro- ductions to work with a trained inti- ductions to run more efficiently, macy coordinator,” said Alicia provide a safety net for performers Rodis, associate director and co- and establish specialized support founder of the Intimacy that empowers both cast and crew. Professionals Association. “With “It has been powerful to collabo- these protocols already field-tested rate with our industry partners as by an ever-growing number of pro- we work to standardize the proto- ductions and studios, we believe we cols for industry coordinators,” can make important and welcome SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle industry changes.” Carteris said. “These protocols and For information, visit guidelines will help to normalize sagaftra.org. To view the full stan- and encourage the use of intimacy dards and protocols document, visit coordinators in productions there- sagaftra.org/contracts-industry- fore ensuring the safety and securi- resources/workplace- ty of SAG-AFTRA members while harassment/intimacy-coordinator- they work. Intimacy coordinators standards-protocols. 32 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Students prepare for Science Bowl Wellness program opens at Alexander Hamilton High On Jan. 29, officials from the munities, as well as an avenue to information about substance use County of Los Angeles, including connect students experiencing prevention, behavioral health and the Board of Supervisors, the housing insecurity to the resources sexual health, as well as the skills departments of Public Health and they need to stay on an academic they need to have healthy relation- Mental Health, and the Los path that prepares them to be our ships, protect their health and plan Angeles Unified School District future leaders.” for the future. Through in-center announced the opening of a Research suggests that many and in-classroom activities, the Wellbeing Center to address the youths enrolled in L.A. County health educators deliver an age- social, emotional and mental schools may lack preventative care appropriate, evidence-informed health needs of young people at at an age when risk is highest for curriculum that complies with Alexander Hamilton High School. uptake of smoking or vaping, for California Healthy Youth Act This will be one of 37 centers unsafe sex and other for other requirements with added emphasis operating at high schools through- unhealthy behaviors, including use on behavioral health, substance out L.A. County. of alcohol and other substances. use, and social and emotional well- “The opening of this Wellbeing The centers will offer services to being. Center represents our vision of educate students for lifelong pro- Public Health will provide limit- providing compassionate services tective practices and promote ed sexual health services, as well to young people in our community social and emotional well-being, as substance-use education and in a way that has never been done youth leadership and sexual health. referrals. Mental Health will offer photo courtesy of LADWP/Art Mochizkuki before,” said Supervisor Mark The spaces will be youth-friendly mental health support groups The Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies Team recently participat- Ridley-Thomas, 2nd District. “We and will provide students with a around a range of teen concerns, ed in a vigorous scrimmage session at LADWP’s downtown headquar- will provide supportive service for safe, welcoming place where they including stress, anxiety and ters as it prepared for the Science Bowl Regional Competition on Feb. the trauma they may face in their will find caring adults, supportive depression. They will also offer neighborhoods after it occurs and peers and integrated services. linkages to community mental 22. The competition follows a game-show format of toss-up and bonus equip them with the tools they Each center is staffed by two health providers for students with questions covering college level math, science and technology sub- need to help prevent it in the first master’s-level trained health edu- more intensive mental health jects. Pictured are Jack Toubes (left), Phillip Jeong, Vanessa Deering, place. These Wellbeing Centers cators who will facilitate classes, needs. Melanie Ho and Yunsu Ha. represent a paradigm shift in how educational groups and activities For information, visit pub- The LADWP Science Bowl is held annually to encourage students to we address violence in our com- aimed at equipping teens with lichealth.lacounty.gov. pursue studies and careers in the math, science and technology fields. The program also showcases the talents, knowledge and abilities of high school science scholars. For information, visit ladwp.com. Bill will require climate change education in schools Assemblywoman Luz Rivas (D- prehensive greenhouse gas regula- Change found that teaching chil- Arleta) has introduced Assembly tory program in the United States, dren about climate change in Innovation challenge seeks proposals Bill 1922, which will require and this year Gov. Gavin Newsom schools also significantly California students to learn the set aside $12 billion over the next increased their parents’ knowledge On Feb. 3, LA2050, a project of Foundation to support projects causes and effects of climate five years to combat climate about the issue. Additionally, a the Goldhirsh Foundation, that develop pathways to the cre- change. change. National Public Radio poll found announced the launch of the 2020 ative economy. Co-working space The bill will require climate “Climate change needs to be a that 80% of parents in the U.S. My LA2050 Grants Challenge, a Second Home Hollywood will change education as part of part of our day-to-day academic supported the teaching of climate $1 million public grant-making also offer free office, meeting and coursework requirements for stu- discussion. This past decade has change, and 86% of teachers initiative in support of proposals event space to help winning orga- dents in the first through sixth already started with extreme cli- believe climate change should be that will make Los Angeles the nizations accomplish their goals. grades, and will make it a gradua- mate incidents occurring across taught at schools. best place to learn, create, play, The grants challenge, now in its tion requirement for students in the globe. As the youth that will “Education is power and we connect and live. seventh year, has sparked interest seventh through 12th grades, start- inherit the brunt of climate change must give our students the tools to Nonprofit, for-profit and gov- in hundreds of creative and innov- ing 2025. effects, we need them to be a part tackle the climate crisis,” said ernment organizations can apply ative ideas to inspire a brighter California is seen as a world of the solution,” Rivas added. “AB Mary Creasman, CEO of the for grants to implement projects future for L.A. To date, over $6 leader when it comes to environ- 1922 will educate, help prepare California League of Conservation that will help reach the LA2050 million in grants have been mentalism, Rivas said. In the and give our next generation the Voters. “Students across California goals and metrics. In addition to awarded to organizations via the 1970s, California adopted the tools to shape their futures in the are facing the dire impacts of our funding provided by the My LA2050 Grants Challenge. California Environmental Quality wake of our current climate crisis.” climate crisis, missing class due to Goldhirsh Foundation, funds will Submissions will be accepted Act to provide some of the strictest Students will not be the only wildfires, power outages and pol- also be awarded by the Annenberg until 5 p.m. on March 27. For environmental reviews on new ones learning about climate lution concerns. They should be Foundation to support organiza- information on rule, eligibility infrastructure projects. In 2006, change under the bill. A recent equipped with the education to tions’ diversity, equity and inclu- guidelines and submission instruc- the state established the first com- study by the Nature Climate help improve their future.” sion efforts, and by the Snap tions, visit challenge.la2050.org.

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The Autry exhibits Western art Create Valentine’s cards for CHLA pediatric patients The Autry Museum of the dent for research and interpreta- Children’s Hospital Los Angeles American West presents the tion and the Marilyn B. and will travel back to prehistoric times “Masters of the American West Calvin B. Gross curator of visual for its annual Valentine’s Day card Art Exhibition and Sale” running arts. “A range of stylistic tradi- drive. from Saturday, Feb. 8, through tions, from realism to impression- Individuals can create a Sunday, March 22. ism and abstraction, now sit com- dinosaur-themed Valentine The exhibition and sale show- fortably side by side. From classic from three designs – a cases paintings and sculptures by frontier stories to contemporary Tyrannosaurus Rex, a nationally recognized artists such Native visions, ‘Masters’ Brachiosaurus or a Triceratops – as George Carlson, G. Russell embraces a widening array of and write a friendly message on the Case, Tammy Garcia, Logan artists that together celebrate both back of the card. The cards with Maxwell Hagege, Mark Maggiori, the history and contemporary messages will be printed, laminat- Billy Schenck and Mian Situ. beauty of the West.” ed and hand-delivered to CHLA’s Proceeds benefit the Campaign Entrance to the exhibition is pediatric patients along with goody for the Autry, which supports the included with $14 museum bags on Valentine’s Day. For each museum’s educational programs, admission, however, tickets are card with a message sent until Feb. innovative exhibitions and over required for the opening-weekend 14, an anonymous donor has 100 public yearly events. events. The “Masters” weekend pledged to donate $1 to CHLA, The new show welcomes begins with the Artists’ Dinner committing up to $25,000. returning artists Bill Anton, and exhibition preview on Friday, Hospitalized kids are unable to Michael Coleman and Kyle Feb. 7 for event sponsors and VIP attend school parties or exchange Polzin, and newcomers Autumn ticket buyers. The evening Valentines and miss out on getting Borts-Medlock, Steve Kestrel and includes a cocktail reception, to celebrate the holiday with Grant Redden. All of the artwork exhibition preview, dinner, and a friends and classmates. These spe- photo courtesy of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles in the show will remain on view new “buy it now” opportunity for cial greeting cards and thoughtful, Lillian reads a few Valentine’s Day cards to her 2-year-old daughter and available for purchase miniatures. The Autry Museum of kind words lift CHLA patients’ through March 22. the American West is located at spirits and let them know how Callie, who is a patient at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. “Masters 2020 offers a glimpse 4700 Western Heritage Way. For much people care. In past years into the ever-vibrant and dynamic information and to purchase open- patients have received Valentine’s the country, as well as internation- America. world of Western ing weekend tickets, call Day cards from the Los Angeles al holiday well-wishes from For information, visit American art,” said Amy Scott, (323)495-4391, or visit community and supporters across Australia, Europe, Asia and South chla.org/valentine. the Autry’s Executive vice presi- theautry.org/masters. LAUSD Board approves Earth Day 2020 resolution The Los Angeles Unified School Grand Park in Downtown Los 50th anniversary of Earth Day, we District Board of Education unani- Angeles. must encourage our leaders to mously approved a resolution on “Multiple years of destructive drive change by developing clear Feb. 4 sponsored by Board wildfires, natural disasters and action plans that will impact and Member Scott M. Schmerelson power outages have caused cata- change the environment and our that commits the LAUSD to join- strophes in the nation,” future.” ing local organizations and agen- Schmerelson said. “Most recently, “Los Angeles Unified remains cies as a co-sponsor of Earth Day in my district and in surrounding committed to becoming the green- Greater Los Angeles 2020. areas, wildfires have caused est, most sustainable urban school The resolution encourages stu- school closures, impacting our stu- district in the country,” LAUSD dents, teachers and families to dents, staff and communities. Superintendent Austin Beutner attend an upcoming Earth Day There is no time to waste. As we added. event on Sunday, April 19, at commemorate what will be the For information, visit lausd.net.

photo courtesy of the Autry Museum of the American West Mark Maggiori’s “The Vermillion Trail” is included in the “Masters of the American West Art Exhibition and Sale.” BHUSD honored for school design

photo courtesy of BHUSD On Jan. 25, the DLR Group’s Karen MacIntyre, Erick Avila and Alberico Mele; ProWest Construction’s Jeff Rising; Team Concept Development Services Inc.’s Jeff Pylman and Beverly Hills Unified School District board member Noah Margo attended the 2020 Design Awards Gala for the American Institute of Architects . Beverly Hills Unified School District was presented the Master Planning & Modernization AIA Design Award in the Education category for the work on Beverly Hills High School. For information, visit dlrgroup.com/work/beverly-hills-high-school. 34 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

local government, saying that if the current City Council’s record Beverly Hills wanted to meet its and ability to work well together Municipal League event has candidates housing requirement all at once, it speak highly of the incumbents. would need to build something like Gold added that the city will face two 70-story residential buildings many hurdles in the next four years, discuss traffic, planning, incumbency that contain 1,500 hundred units and having an experienced council each. will help the city overcome chal- From page 1 “That is the scale of the problem lenges. that we face, and it’s not going to be “I actually think that the best that morning, also participated. small changes that might make a developers asking for exceptions. solved by discussion, ‘we’re talk- training ground for City Council is The contenders addressed the difference in cut-through traffic.” “I would like this city to be fair ing, we’re looking into it,’” Rowe probably City Council,” he said. standing-room-only crowd for an Gold also said much of the traffic for everyone,” she said. said. Zeltzer said she has some gov- opening statement and took ques- comes from Los Angeles and he Gold said “the world around us The candidates also were asked ernment experience, from student tions from the moderators, the audi- wants the city to become more has changed,” and the city looks whether an incumbent or a new government to the South Robertson ence and each other, leading to a walkable, but he added that the use will have to consider the housing representative would suit the city Neighborhoods Council. Though two-hour forum that covered a wide of technology, such as autonomous shortage. best. Bosse and Gold were each she wasn’t referring to the incum- array of topics, including traffic, vehicles for mass transit and auto- “Clearly, we’re not going to do first elected in 2011. bents specifically, she said when changes to the city’s general plan, mated enforcement for speeding, this in residential neighborhoods, Green said the incumbents officials spend too much time in and whether Beverly Hills needs could help. Gold also said ride-hail- but I do think that there are parts of haven’t come around to his views power, “they tend to maybe experience or new ideas in the com- ing might ease traffic by reducing town where we’re going to have to on encouraging interfaith relations become a little bit more relaxed.” ing years. parking demand. be very, very careful and thoughtful and allowing medical cannabis “I think it’s really great to have When asked about traffic in the “People are just circling around, and perhaps, we’re going to have to businesses in Beverly Hills. new ideas, fresh people, people city, Rowe, a technologist, said he’s looking for a place to park. It cre- increase height and density,” Gold “I had hoped that maybe I would with different experiences that they worked on traffic control software ates traffic,” Gold said. said. convince them to agree with me, can bring to the table,” she said. and artificial intelligence can be Zeltzer, who said she has lived in Zeltzer said she was against but they have not stepped forward Pointing out that George used to ease congestion, but that New York City and Washington, increasing building height, as “it yet, so therefore, I have to be on the Washington thought two terms won’t be enough. Many people who D.C., added that she has seen cities could get very dark as you build council for those issues that I am were enough, Rowe said he would work in Beverly Hills don’t live in that work without cars, where the higher and higher,” though she concerned with,” Green said. support term limits for the City the city, Rowe said. residents walk and use public transit would like to hear community input Green added that it was a “dis- Council members. “That creates tremendous traffic instead, and that way of life is more on the subject. grace” the council spent so long “We’ve had the incumbents for that we have to address with afford- sustainable, one of the issues she “I would just hate to see this defining anti-Semitism in a study quite a long time … and I think that able housing,” he said. considers most important. beautiful city lose its magic charm. session, as “everybody knows what it’s time for a change, and it’s time Bosse said many of the traffic “I don’t think the issue is more I would hate to see big buildings,” it is.” for ideas to advance faster on the issues arise in other cities, so parking spaces … I really am she said. Gordon did not say that a new City Council than they have,” Beverly Hills is always going to against building more parking,” she Green said the issue had “no sim- representative would be better than Rowe said. have some traffic, though some said. ple answer.” an incumbent in principle, but she Bosse said the city is “truly the measures can be undertaken to ease The candidates were also asked “As a member of the council, I said the current council members fiber of my being,” and though she the problem, such as increased about the city’s general plan and will sit with my four colleagues, have served for nine years already. has experience both as a council enforcement of traffic laws. potential changes to the city’s den- and we’ll come up with answers, Gordon added that she has new member and Planning “I also think that we’re trying to sity and height limit of three stories and we’ll let you know about ideas and her background in busi- Commissioner, she also has new enforce a more walkable city as and 45 feet for commercial build- them,” he said. ness and planning would make her ideas. well, trying to teach people to not ings. Multiple candidates refer- Bosse said housing units are a good council member. “My ideas are fresh, they’re cre- always use their cars to get around,” enced the Regional Housing Needs needed for young people and for “I have that understanding that I ative, they’re imaginative … I’m she said. Assessment, which would like to seniors to age in place, and she can bring, and [I’m] ready to go on inclusive. I work with everyone, Green, who indicated that he is see the city’s general plan allow for added that there are some parts of day one,” she said. and I really believe that Beverly only running to draw attention to approximately 3,100 more housing the city that already allow for taller Gold said the candidates were Hills is me, and I am you,” Bosse two issues – interfaith relations and units. buildings than currently exist. each running on their record, and said. medical cannabis – that he feels the Gordon said the city’s current “We could modify our code to incumbents have overlooked, said limit is “sacrosanct,” but some allow for smaller units to encourage the fact that the candidates were dis- changes may be required to reach the seniors or the next gen, and cussing traffic implies that it is an the housing goals. Gordon said, if mixed-use is also another way, issue the current City Council anything, she would only support which is also currently part of the hasn’t solved. moderate changes that all projects general plan,” she said. “I don’t know that I’m going to would have to abide by instead of Rowe decried the slow pace of solve it either,” Green said. Gordon also said Beverly Hills residents will have to learn to live with traffic, but she’d like to make the city more walkable, look into making some streets one-way and partner with the Luskin School of Public Affairs at UCLA, where she serves on the board of advisors, “to work on ways that we can find … Documentaries at Holocaust museum The Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust presents a screening of the powerful documentary “Before They Die!” on Saturday, Feb. 8, and a screening of the award-winning documentary “The Labyrinth: The Testimony of Marian Kolodziej” on Sunday, Feb. 9. The Saturday screening will begin at 3 p.m. and the Sunday screening will begin at 4 p.m. Both events will be held at the museum and will be followed by Q-and-A events with the films’ creators. “Before They Die!” focuses on the 1921 race riot in Tulsa, Oklahoma. “The Labyrinth” explores memo- ries and nightmares as Auschwitz survivor Kolodziej finally confronts the horrors of his past after 50 years of silence. Admission to both the museum and the event are free. The Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust is located at 100 The Grove Drive. For information, visit lamoth.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 35 February 6, 2020 New building expected Plan would create two-lane boulevard From page 1 to open in four years interest. “The sidewalks, in certain places From page 1 already, aren’t wide enough to accommodate all the people who central buildings are currently will have approximately 347,000 use it. We can have a world-class closed, and crews are preparing square feet of area and approxi- experience on the boulevard,” for demolition and construction mately 110,000 square feet of O’Farrell said. of the new galleries. gallery space. It will also create Along with more space for pedes- “We are truly honored by the 3.5 acres of new public outdoor trians, the plan envisions areas for Keck Foundation’s extraordinary space where programs and bicyclists and users of alternative generosity in moving our build- exhibits can be held. transportation, and only one lane of ing plan forward as we increase Having more open space will car traffic in each direction and a our broad outreach to communi- provide additional access for middle turn lane. ties,” LACMA CEO and Wallis paleontological research at the La The streetscape would also be Annenberg Director Michael Brea Tar Pits and Museum and redesigned in the Art Deco style, Govan said. “Our community of will give visitors more recreation- which the report said “has a strong donors is throwing their support al space in the surrounding park, connection to Hollywood history behind our vision of how an art according to museum officials. and culture.” museum can nurture and cele- LACMA will remain open In addition to fewer cars being on brate our diverse city through during the construction project, the street, 12 intersections on historical and contemporary art exhibiting works in other exist- Hollywood Boulevard are proposed from around the world.” ing spaces such as its Broad to be raised, and enhanced paving “The Keck Foundation strives Contemporary Art Museum and would be used to indicate to drivers photo by Cameron Kiszla to enrich the lives of Southern Resnick Pavilion, outdoor areas that they are nearing a pedestrian- The plan to redesign the Walk of Fame would repair damaged stars and California residents and places and at satellite locations in the priority area, the plan document the surrounding terrazzo. special emphasis on children, community. The David Geffen said. O’Farrell said the concept plan youth and their families. We are Galleries are anticipated to be would also enhance pedestrian safe- “It’s called the Walk of Fame for O’Farrell said a revamped inspired by Michael’s vision of complete in 2023, with an open- ty, which he called his “No. 1 prior- a reason. That is the way that ulti- Hollywood Boulevard could rival an art museum for all,” added ing scheduled in 2024. ity.” mately people want to experience some of the great pedestrian areas – Robert Day, chair and CEO of The project has received “I would argue that it’s time for us that monument, as a pedestrian,” and tourist attractions – in the U.S. the W.M. Keck Foundation. mixed reaction in the local com- to invest in the public space like Larson said. “As we think about and around the world. As inspira- “Along with our new Keck munity. we’ve never done before, that is to approaching this as a design per- tion, O’Farrell cited Chicago, Foundation co-presidents Joe “I think it will be a tremen- value the space that we all collec- spective, it’s about how you priori- Barcelona and the Champs-Élysées Day and Stephen Keck, we are dously positive addition to the tively share. Extend the sidewalks, tize that pedestrian experience … It in Paris. particularly excited about the Miracle Mile. This is going to be encourage uses like sidewalk dining makes sense to open it up and let “These are the models we can museum’s goal of improving a major national and internation- and taking a more leisurely stroll, people experience that environ- look to and envision a Hollywood access to art and art education for al destination,” Greater Miracle have an ability to activate the spaces ment.” Walk of Fame that we can all be Angelenos from all parts of our Mile Chamber of Commerce that we can enlarge for foot traffic The concept plan was created proud of as our world-class boule- region for many years to come.” President Stephen Kramer said. and for people to take a stroll and with input from stakeholders, and it vard,” O’Farrell said. Once the $650 million for con- “I really like the fact that it chal- enjoy the boulevard more and, at the will continue to receive public input struction costs in secured, lenges the visitor and exposes the same time, value the landmark that going forward. Anyone interested LACMA will continue fundrais- visitor to new concepts, with the it is,” O’Farrell said. in looking over the full 90-page Answers From Page 25 ing for another $100 million art and the structure as well.” Kristopher Larson, president and plan and providing feedback can needed for additional costs. A Others remain opposed, CEO of the Hollywood Property visit heartofhollywood.la. groundbreaking ceremony will including Greg Goldin, a Miracle Owners Alliance, praised O’Farrell, O’Farrell said he hopes to incor- be held soon for the project, but a Mile resident and former art crit- the Council District 13 office and porate the public input and get a date has not yet been scheduled, ic for Los Angeles Magazine, Dan Halden, director of the HEART timeline for potential phasing and said LACMA spokeswoman who said LACMA has not been of Hollywood initiative in construction in the next two years. Jessica Youn. forthcoming about the plans, O’Farrell’s office, for their work in The idea will ultimately be consid- The David Geffen Galleries specifically how the money is marrying interests that can some- ered by the full City Council, which are part of a plan to improve the being spent. He added that the times compete, and that work will will need to sign off on the project. museum’s space and open other design is not cohesive with how have to continue as more public “We’re looking at his very, very areas where buildings currently he believes the museum’s collec- input is sought. deliberately and not with haste,” exist for other art-inspired uses. tion should be displayed. O’Farrell said. The project includes seven semi- “There is no fiscal account- But if this project is done right, transparent pavilions that will ability, there is no architectural “I would argue support a single elevated exhibi- accountability and no account- tion level with a floor-to-ceiling ability to the curatorial mission that it’s time for glass perimeter. The project is of this very important institu- us to invest in designed to offer visitors new tion,” Goldin said. “The issue is ways to experience the muse- the building is getting smaller the public space um’s collection and enjoy pro- and the cost is getting larger. We like we’ve never grams. Designed by architect need to reopen the process. It’s Peter Zumthor, the new galleries not too late.” done before, that is to value the space that Lobbying regulations we all collectively tabled by City Council share.”

From page 13 -Los Angeles City Councilman ommendations brings us a step was also tabled for further dis- Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District closer to more transparency and cussion and would potentially putting in safeguards that will restrict campaign officials from give us a more ethical govern- serving as lobbyists. “We have to make sure we finesse ment, or at least one that is per- Crafted through Senate Bill that desire to maintain and preserve ceived by the public as more eth- 1107, Recommendation 5, this monument, but we also have to ical, both of which are impor- which would have created a pub- acknowledge that this is one the rare tant,” Guardarrama said. lic financing system, was elimi- places where people travel from Recommendation 3 would nated after the bill was invalidat- across the globe to take pictures of define what constitutes a lobbyist ed by the California Court of the sidewalk. It’s also a transporta- and is still being discussed with Appeals. Guardarrama said the tion corridor and a commercial asset the West Hollywood Chamber of only way to implement public and an attractor of business. There’s Commerce. The task force financing would be to become a a lot of tension in that … but I think agreed to provide the chamber charter city and that the topic can this is a really great first step in and public more time to gather be considered by a future task advancing this dialogue,” Larson comments for discussion at a force. said. meeting scheduled for April 27. Supported recommendations The plan “addresses some of the Any recommendations regarding will be turned into action items real pinch points in Hollywood,” the definition of a lobbyist will by the City Council at future such as the multiple ways a large be presented to the council at a meetings, although no dates have number of people try to use the future date. Recommendation 8 been set. same limited space, resulting in competition, Larson said. 36 February 6, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press