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nBundle of clean energy Thingsn are popping up in Thai Town After joining the county’s community choice Improvements target program WeHo will get more renewable options street and pedestrian  hydroelectric – at competitive rates, safety measures delivered with existing utility infra-    In the coming year, electricity structure. customers in West Hollywood will The state Legislature enacted AB be able to power their homes and 117 in 2002, which allows for the Thai Town, located along a six- businesses from clean energy creation of community choice ener- block stretch of Hollywood sources. gy programs. Boulevard between Western and The West Hollywood City Since 2010, at least nine commu- Normandie avenues, has seen Council approved an ordinance at nity choice energy plans have many improvements since it was its Monday night meeting to join launched in California, including officially designated in 1999. Community Choice the Los Angeles Community The boulevard is dotted with Energy, a program initiated by L.A. Choice Energy program in April thriving Thai restaurants and busi- County. 2017. nesses. The Thai Community A community choice energy pro- Los Angeles Community Choice Development Center has planted gram gives local government the Energy program is positioned to trees, installed decorative statues option to buy renewable electrici- and brought a weekly farmers ty – including solar, wind and See Energy page 26 market to the plaza of the Metro Red Line subway station at Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue. Now, the Thai CDC is poised to take Thai Town to the next level, said executive director Chanchanit Martorell. On Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to

1 p.m., the Thai CDC will host a Park Labrea News/Beverly Press file photo pop-up event demonstrating improvements that could be The Thailand Plaza will host a pop-up event to showcase potential implemented in the area. They improvements that could be made in the area. include new crosswalks with dec- orative Thai patterns at the inter- include a new mural and spaces sibilities for Thai Town,” sections of Hollywood Boulevard for more Thai cultural offerings Martorell said. “For the pop-up, photo courtesy of Carl Attard and Serrano Avenue and such as music and art. we will be doing some enhance- Hollywood and Hobart boule- Solar energy could help power West Hollywood as part of the community “We would like to engage the ments to calm traffic and activate vards. Other upgrades could community to show them the pos- choice program initiated by the county that it joined. See Thai Town page 26

Vandalismn promptsglary, auto theft and making hunt crim- for suspect nBreathing a little easier Hollywood Sikh inal threats. Authorities said Beverly Hills multi-unit housing smoking Manukyan’s family has been Temple wall defaced cooperative. regulations target secondhand smoke with graffiti Nirinjan Sing Khalsa, of the    He added that the news law is “at California Sikh Council, appealed    the heart of the health and safety of for the public’s help. As an anesthesiologist, Beverly our community.” “An individual full of hate van- Hills Vice Mayor Julian Gold has No public speakers opposed the Police are searching for a man dalized this house of worship with seen firsthand the suffering long- ordinance during council’s Tuesday who allegedly scrawled graffiti on threats of violence and destruc- time smokers endure. study session preceding its regular the front of the Hollywood Sikh tion,” Khalsa said. “The Los “I for one would ban tobacco meeting. But in the months leading Temple on Sept. 2 near the corner of Angeles Police Department worldwide,” Gold said. “But we’re up to council’s vote, some residents Vermont and Finley avenues. responded quickly and with great not there yet.” were concerned the ordinance The suspect, Artyon Manukyan, concern, and has been trying to photo courtesy of LAPD He joined the Beverly Hills City infringed upon their personal free- 27, may be living in Glendale or Los locate this individual ever since.” Council’s unanimous vote on dom. Gold said the law would be Angeles, police said. Investigators Police are seeking Artyon The Hollywood Sikh Temple is Tuesday to approve a first reading tantamount to speed limits in terms released an image of the suspect Manukyan in connection with the one of the most historic in the of new law that would restrict of prioritizing public safety. taken by a witness who used a cell case. United States, according to infor- smoking in multi-unit residences, to Mayor Lili Bosse agreed that the phone to video the suspect as he mation posted on the temple’s be phased in over the next year. Its law is not intended to inhibit per- wrote the graffiti and then fled. The website. It was created by mem- Sikh religion today has a following enactment is now pending a second sonal freedom. witness followed Manukyan until bers of Los Angeles’ Indian and of over 20 million people world- vote, likely at next month’s meet- “This is about secondhand he allegedly pulled out a razor and Sikh communities. wide.” ing. smoke,” she said. “This is about threatened to harm him. “Sikhism is a monotheistic reli- The motive for the vandalism The laws might encourage ten- harming other individuals as well. On Tuesday, the graffiti gion founded in South Asia in the remains unclear. Anyone with ants in applicable units to quit, but … Being the ‘healthy city’ mayor, remained on a wall in front of the 15th century and based on the spir- information about Manukyan’s it’s primarily aimed at preventing this is what I believe in.” temple. It includes nonsensical itual preachings of Guru Nanak whereabouts is urged to call the second-hand smoke from infiltrat- At the same time, Councilman messages, as well as the words and the 10 successive Sikh gurus,” Los Angeles Police Department’s ing adjacent units. Robert Wunderlich noted, “lifestyle “Nuke death … Sikhs.” a statement on its website read. “It Major Crimes Division at “Not only does it impact others, it changes are hard,” and residents in Police did not disclose how they is a progressive religion well (213)486-7280. During weekends impacts generations,” Gold said, eligible units who are smokers identified Manukyan, who ahead of its time when it was and off-hours, call the LAPD’s hot- referring to the adverse effects of allegedly has prior arrests for bur- founded over 500 years ago. The line at (877)LAPD247. secondhand smoke on children. See Smoking page 25

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Attendees are invited to show a MusicJewish Family at Service PLB of Los Angeles vocalist Glori Cosio. Admission is custom car. The world premiere of is holding a free afternoon of music on free. 1704 Vine St., (323)987-4445. “Climbkhana: Pike’s Peak” begins at Tuesday, Sept. 26 from 1:30 to 2:30 6 p.m. Tickets are $25. 6060 Wilshire p.m. at the Park La Brea Activity Blvd. (323)930-CARS, petersen.org. Center. Session singer and studio Magic Salon vocalist Felice Hernandez will per- Master magician Bernie Shine returns form. 475 S. Curson Ave.; enter Park for a Magic Salon American Youth La Brea from Third or Sixth streets. on Saturday, (323)549-5458. Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. Symphony at the Sofitel Music director Carlos Izcaray leads Hotel. Shine will the American Youth Symphony in a perform his “table photo by Shahar Azran free concert on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 5 Bay Foundation p.m. in UCLA’s Royce Hall. The con- top” show com- Grammy-winning artist Patti Austin hosts “100: The Apollo Theater bining sleight of cert features violinist Aubree BenefitThe Bay Foundation will host its third Celebrates Ella’s 100th Birthday” on Sunday, Sept. 24 at the Ford hand and mind- Oliverson and includes Richard annual “Coastal Connections” boggling mental- Theatres. Presented in association with The Apollo Theater, Austin will Strauss’ “Don Juan,” Dmitri fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 28 ism. Tickets are $49. 8555 Beverly pay tribute to the First Lady of Song with special guests David Alan Grier, Shostakovich’s “Symphony No. 12” from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Pacific Park Blvd. bit.ly/2ykUWN6. Monica Mancini, Ledisi and pianist Shelly Berg. The Apollo Theater intro- and Max Bruch’s “Violin Concerto in at the Santa Monica Pier. The event duced Fitzgerald in 1934 during the Harlem Renaissance, when she G minor.” Tickets are free; seating is will feature a virtual reality experi- won the Amateur Night at The Apollo contest at the age of 17. Austin limited. 340 Royce Drive. (310)470- ence of the Santa Monica Beach 2332, aysymphony.org. Fixed recorded “For Ella,” an album of Fitzgerald’s standards. Tickets start at Restoration Project and exploration Boni B. Alvarez’s funny, tragic and with an unmanned submarine. The $35. 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East. (323)461-3673, fordtheatres.org. provocative play ‘Fixed’ is running film “A Plastic Ocean” will be shown. from Friday, Sept. 22 through Louie Cruz Beltran Tickets start at $150. 380 Santa Sunday, Oct. 22 at the Atwater Village event includes speakers, health basket weaving on Saturday, Sept. Latin percussionist Louie Cruz Monica Pier. santamonicabay.org. Theatre. The Echo Theater Company screenings, makeovers, massages, 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. Beltran returns for a concert on production was inspired by the drama vendors, bingo and more. Admission to 5 p.m. at the Autry Museum of the Monday, Sept. 25 “The Physician Of His Own Honor” is free. 4117 Overland Ave. (424)772- American West. Traditional baskets at 6:30 p.m. at the and the 1990 documentary “ is 6039, goldenfutureseniorexpo.com. are made from regional plant materi- Catalina Jazz Raleigh Studios Burning,” which detailed New York’s als and have many uses. Rogers will Club. Beltran will then-underground drag queen “ball demonstrate techniques and help par- perform with spe- BlockMembers of Party the public are invited to culture.” Two families must come Miracle Awards ticipants create baskets. General cial guests Denise Raleigh Studios’ inaugural block together to understand the power of The Miracle Mile Democratic Club is admission is $70 and includes materi- Donatelli and party on Saturday, Sept. 30. The desire, identity and honor. Showtimes hosting its 2017 “Miracle Awards” on als. 4700 Western Heritage Way. Carol Wiseman, party features a street fair and the film are 8:30 p.m., Friday, Saturday and Saturday, Sept. 23 from noon to 3 (323)667-2000, theautry.org. who is releasing “Wonder Woman.” Vendors will be Monday; 4 p.m., Sunday. General p.m. at Tart Restaurant. The honorees her new recording, “For You.” Tickets present, and guests can enjoy a admission is $34; $20 on Mondays. are Democratic National Committee are $30, with a two drink minimum. bounce house and music by DJ 3269 Casitas Ave. (310)307-3753, Deputy Chair Congressman Keith 6725 W. Sunset Blvd. (323)466-2210, Corona. Raleigh Studios Café will echotheatercompany.com. 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LACMA cracks open new exhibits    Legislature helps increase A new egg-shaped exhibit known financing for affordable housing as “NuMu” arrived on the grounds The state Senate and AB 1568 creates the of the Los Angeles County Assembly last week approved Neighborhood Infill Finance and Museum of Art last week for the AB 1568, authored by Transit Improvement Act of exhibit “A Universal History of Assemblyman Richard Bloom 2017, and authorizes local com- Infamy.” (D-Santa Monica) to give local munities to use their local share The exhibit is part of The Getty’s jurisdictions the ability to of tax dollars to address the “Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA” finance infrastructure and housing and infrastructure needs initiative and includes works affordable housing using new in their area. The districts speci- installed near LACMA’s Broad sales and use tax fied by the act must be located in Contemporary Art Museum and in increment,within qualifying qualified infill locations and 20 the gardens surrounding the muse- enhanced infrastructure percent of revenue is required to um, as well as in other locations on improvement districts. be spent on affordable housing. the LACMA campus. The egg- The bill allows a portion of Since the dissolution of rede- shaped structure by artists Jessica sales and use tax revenue to be velopment agencies in 2011, Kairé and Stefan Benchoam is the spent on infrastructure and local governments have strug- first and only museum exclusively photo by Edwin Folven affordable housing. gled to find reliable financing dedicated to exhibiting contempo- “AB 1568 gives local govern- mechanisms for new construc- Visitors to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art can view artwork in rary art in Guatemala. The small ments a creative and sustainable tion and infrastructure improve- building, originally designed as an an egg-shaped mini-museum known as “NuMu.” way of generating funds for ments. Many of these neighbor- egg-selling kiosk, measures 6.5 by affordable housing in dense, hoods lack sufficient resources 8 feet and was driven by truck from transit areas,” Bloom said. to spur private investment, eco- Guatemala to LACMA. It will host display at the 18th Street Arts “‘A Universal History of Infamy’ “Funding for affordable housing nomic development and afford- rotating projects by Guatemalan Center through Dec. 15, and “A addresses ‘Pacific Standard Time: is pivotal to addressing the able housing. The act will create artists Joaquin Orellana and Regina Universal History of Infamy: Those LA/LA’s’ concept of mutual enrich- state’s housing affordability cri- new opportunities for local gov- Jose Galindo through Feb. 19. of this America,” an exhibit sched- ment and dialogue between Latin sis. Although reliable sources of ernments and the private sector The LACMA exhibit coincides uled to run from Dec. 9 through America and Los Angeles,” said funding have been elusive, AB to work together to revitalize with “A Universal History of Oct. 6, 2018 at Charles White Michael Govan, LACMA CEO and 1568 is a promising step in the communities, create good jobs Infamy: Virtues of Disparity” on Elementary School in Koreatown. See LACMA page 26 right direction.” and build affordable homes.

Lieu responds to Trump UN remarks Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) issued a statement in response to President Donald J. Trump’s speech to the United Nations General Assembly on Sept. 19, during which the president again raised the possibility of military action against North Korea. “President Trump’s speech to the United Nations will be remembered not for rallying the international com- munity around our common chal- lenges, but instead for threatening another nation with annihilation,” Lieu said in a written statement. “Let us be clear: The issue is not whether the U.S. is capable of destroying North Korea, but rather whether we Lieu are willing to allow , , and potentially Guam to be destroyed in the process – along with Un as “Rocket Man” drew the most hundreds of thousands of American attention. lives.” “Name-calling and brash rhetoric Trump also reiterated his “America make America neither great nor first” campaign promise, but said safe,” Lieu continued. “I am also dis- nations need to work together. His appointed that President Trump failed continued bellicose tones toward to include a single mention of climate North Korea, however, and new habit change, which poses an existential of referring to its president Kim Jong threat to America and the world.” 3FDFOU )PNF#VZFST Bass introduces bill targeting &YUSB presidential pardon power 0'' ZPVSOFYU Reps. Karen Bass (D-Los Angeles) “If any president of and Al Green (D-Tex.) introduced a QVSDIBTF resolution along with more than 40 of any party or their their colleagues last week calling for family commits a limit on the president’s ability to federal crimes, pardon or grant a reprieve to himself or members of his family for an benign or extreme, offense against the United States. they too must suffer “Due to the current President’s proven willingness to slander the the consequences of truth and exploit legal ambiguity for their actions.” personal gain, we must explicitly for- bid the possibility of a pardon for -Rep. Karen Bass himself or his family,” Rep. Bass said (D-Los Angeles) in a written statement. “Throughout this presidency, I’ve heard from thou- consequences of their own unlawful sands of constituents concerned actions, and they repay their debt to about pardon power. The recent par- society,” Bass’ statement continued. don of Joe Arpaio only amplified “If any president of any party or their those concerns.” family commits federal crimes, President Donald J. Trump’s par- benign or extreme, they too must suf- don of the controversial former fer the consequences of their actions. Arizona sheriff raised concerns about I call on my colleagues on both sides the abuse of pardon power. of the aisle to uphold our civic duty to “Millions of Americans face the protect our justice system.” 4 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Supporters serve dinner TwoLos Angeles sentenced City Attorney Mike forfrom anyviolating artist. Simpson was talent also her daughteragency to attend rules a Network Feuer has announced that his office ordered to pay $3,804 in restitution International Models & Talent has successfully secured a convic- to five victims. Convention in New York that would to BHPD officers tion against the operators of an unli- Co-defendant Paul Atteukenian, cost $8,245. The mother began censed Beverly Hills talent agency 51, was also placed on informal pro- researching the company and the for unlawfully charging the parent of bation for one year and must adhere law and filed a complaint with the a young client fees for photographs to the same rules imposed on Los Angeles County Department of and services. Simpson regarding working as a tal- Consumer and Business Affairs. Patrick Arnold Simpson, 49, co- ent agent. Feuer’s office and the Department of owner and operator of “Network In April 2016, Network Consumer and Business Affairs International Models & Talent,” International Models & Talent have been working together to com- pleaded no contest to one count of signed a teenage girl from bat alleged talent scams. violating the Krekorian Act and was Inglewood to a contract for represen- Under California law, any talent sentenced to 36 months of probation tation. While the contract stated that agency providing an artist represen- and 10 days of community labor or the agency was licensed by the State tation is prohibited from charging 200 hours of community service. Labor Commissioner, its license had fees that are not commissions, and Simpson’s company, Universal expired in December 2015 and was for requiring artists to purchase pho- Models and Talent LLC, was not renewed until September 2016. tographs, take lessons or attend sem- photo courtesy of Ken Goldman ordered dissolved. The defendant The artist’s mother was allegedly inars as a condition of representa- Beverly Hills Police and Community Together, commonly known was also prohibited from working as charged $560 for photographs and a tion. as Beverly Hills PACT, recently served dinner to officers at an a talent agent or talent manager or portfolio for her daughter. After a Anyone who believes they may evening roll call on Sept. 11. otherwise engaging in the business photo shoot, the mother allegedly have been victimized, or who wants PACT community volunteers prepared and served chicken, pasta, of talent representation, and from paid an additional $184 for photo to file a complaint, should call the salads and fruit to the officers following a ceremony commemorating being a producer in the entertain- services. Department of Consumer and victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Volunteers also had an opportunity ment business if that business The mother was later allegedly Business Affairs at (323)881-7095, to speak with officers and express appreciation. Daniel Schilleci, his charges, requests or collects fees informed that the company selected or visit dcba.lacounty.gov. daughters Elana and Naomi, and another volunteer’s daughter, Ava Brenner, joined the officers for dinner. The Beverly Hills PACT was formed by community members in 1996 to show community support for the Beverly Hills Police Department. The motto, “Police And Community Together” has been printed on the side of all Beverly Hills police vehicles for more than Leads   sought in Wilshire Division homicide 20 years. was shot at approximately 11 p.m. Katz said investigators are work- on Sept. 15 as he was standing with ing with officers from the Wilshire A 24-year-old man was shot and a group of men on Cochran Avenue, Division on the case. He said the killed on Sept. 15 in the 2300 block south of Washington Boulevard. A incident is not related to any other of South Cochran Avenue. Police witness called 911. Paramedics pro- homicides or shootings in the are seeking tips to identify the gun- nounced Shuler dead at the scene. Wilshire area. The only description Suspect sentenced for fake man. “There was group of gang mem- of the suspect was that it was a man. Det. Steve Katz, of the Los bers hanging out in front of the loca- “It was vague,” Katz added “The Angeles Police Department’s West tion,” Katz said. “We are trying to people weren’t really cooperative.” credit and debit card scheme Bureau Homicide Unit, said the figure out what happened, trying to Anyone with information is The fifth and final defendant 2015 and February 2016. Due to incident is believed to be gang-relat- get to the bottom of it. We have very urged to call dectectives at charged with using fraudulent cred- their federal felony convictions, all ed. The victim, Christopher Shuler, little information.” (213)382-9470. it cards and debit cards obtained five defendants have been or will from a series of cyberattacks on be deported from the United States. U.S. companies was sentenced on According to court documents, Sept. 11 to 33 months in federal the five defendants conspired with prison. computer hackers, some of whom Dmitry Fedoseev, 34, a Russian are believed to be in Russia. The national who resides in Koreatown, hackers staged a July 2014 intru- was sentenced after pleading guilty sion into an airline’s computer sys- in March to possession of unautho- tem in which the hackers fraudu- rized access devices (credit cards lently funded $900,000 pre-paid and debit cards) and aggravated credit cards, and a December 2015 identity theft. hack into the system of a healthcare Three other Russian nationals administrator that allowed perpe- and an Eastern European immi- trators to reactivate a dormant grant who used information account and order the production of obtained from the cyberattacks to numerous debit cards that were make fraudulent purchases, sell used to make approximately goods that were purchased and $550,000 in fraudulent purchases. transfer money to others involved The charges also stem from a in the scheme were previously sen- February 2016 attack on another tenced to federal prison. They healthcare administrator that include Siarhei Patapau, 26, of the allowed the intruders to order the Miracle Mile District, a native of production of debit cards linked to Belarus, who was sentenced to 30 reactivated accounts. Those months in prison; Kristina accounts were used to make Gerasimova, 22, of the Miracle approximately $3.5 million in Mile District, who was sentenced to fraudulent purchases. one year and one day in prison; The computer hackers directed , 29, of Burbank, who the fraudulent debit and credit cards was sentenced to three years in to be sent to the five defendants prison; and Fedoseev’s ex-wife, charged in Los Angeles and other Irina Fedoseeva, 33, who was sen- co-conspirators. Members of the tenced to 14 months in prison. conspiracy then used the unautho- All five defendants admitted to rized cards to make cash with- helping make fraudulent purchases drawals, purchase money orders with credit and debit cards obtained and make purchases at retail stores during cyberattacks on two health- such as Apple, Best Buy, Home care administrators in December Depot and Target.

D.A. warns about scams related to recent hurricanes With the recent destruction er and claims to be gathering disas- caused by Hurricanes Harvey and ter relief supplies. They persuade Irma, the Los Angeles County the victim to donate the item or sell District Attorney’s Office is warn- it at a reduced price. However, the ing the public about scams target- equipment is never used for relief ing people selling equipment on efforts and instead, the perpetrator websites like Craigslist or eBay resells the item for profit. that is used for disaster relief. To report fraud, call (800)593- The perpetrator contacts the sell- 8222, or visit dcba.lacounty.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 September 21, 2017

L.A.n institutes an annual Ovarian Cancer Day Ovarian Cancer Circle founder joins council members for City Hall presentation     be diagnosed with ovarian cancer American Cancer Society. this year, and more than 14,000 of Part of the Ovarian Cancer Robin Babbini, a 17-year-old them will die, according to Circle’s work has been to create a senior at West Hollywood’s American Cancer Society statis- sense of urgency about the need Pacific Hills High School, was tics. It’s more common among for more efficient screenings and diagnosed with stage three ovarian older women, especially at 63 and early detection. cancer in 2006. Three years later, over. Rates are highest among “It’s really important we serve despite undergoing a hysterectomy women ages 55 to 63, according to as these advocates,” said and chemotherapy treatments, she the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Councilwoman Monica died at age 20 while pursuing a Alliance. Rodriguez, 7th District. “When we degree from UC Santa Barbara. Early detection is crucial, but talk about not just ovarian cancer, Her mother, Paulinda Babbini, only approximately 20 percent of but all the other gynecological dis- started the nonprofit Ovarian ovarian cancers are diagnosed at eases that can be detected early, Cancer Circle in her daughter’s an early stage. should women be afforded that memory. “Ovarian cancer is a serious opportunity to get these important She joined Councilman Paul issue that more women need to be screenings, [it] would make an photo courtesy of the Council District 5 office Koretz, 5th District, during a cere- aware about,” said Councilwoman incredible difference to the lives of Councilwoman Nury Martinez, Ovarian Cancer Circle founder Paulinda mony at Los Angeles City Hall on Nury Martinez, 6th District. “One many many women.” Babbini, Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez and Councilman Paul Koretz Tuesday morning to declare a city- of the most striking things to me is Before Robin was diagnosed, held a proclamation making Sept. 19 Ovarian Cancer Awareness Day in wide Ovarian Cancer Awareness how much success doctors have in she was convinced she had ovarian Day on Sept. 19. September is beating cancer if it’s caught early. cancer after researching symp- Los Angeles. already recognized as Ovarian Unfortunately, too often, women toms. Persistent nausea convinced Cancer Awareness Month through- don’t catch it in time, and screen- her something was wrong, even out the U.S. ing for ovarian cancer isn’t a rou- though a few early trips to the doc- the awareness,” she added. council consider a resolution to “Paulinda has made ovarian tine procedure.” tor failed to uncover anything. Besides lack of awareness, some spur more action by the state cancer and fundraising her life’s Reliable early detection has “I truly believe if I had known women face obstacles such as lack Legislature on issues surrounding mission,” Koretz said, speaking proven elusive. Transvaginal ultra- then what I know now, Robin of insurance coverage to help with insurance coverage and awareness before the council surrounded by a sound and the CA-125 blood test would be here telling the story,” the costs of screenings that could of ovarian cancer. group that included a few ovarian are typically used for ovarian can- Babbini said. lead to an early diagnosis. “When conversations begin, cancer survivors. cer screenings, but they don’t “Today’s prominent recognition Council President Herb Wesson, that’s when you begin to see More than 22,000 women will always catch it, according to the certainly helps increase and further 10th District, suggested that the changes,” he said.

Probation Department and the Arts Street Poets Inc., Unusual Suspects Commission have been field testing Theatre Company and Write County invests in arts programs for incarcerated youth arts integration in juvenile facilities Girl/Bold Ink Writers. The partner- The Los Angeles County Probation efforts to embrace a “culture of care” tive strategy. By building an inter- over the past two years, working with ship has been so effective that this Department has committed over $1 replacing a correctional model in its agency partnership, it can move sig- the Arts for Incarcerated Youth year the Los Angeles County million to be invested in arts program- approach toward young people. nificant funding to the Arts Network. The agency includes The Probation Department invested over ming for youth developed by the Los The department has long been Commission, an agency with exper- Actors Gang Youth Project, Armory $1 million to ensure arts education is Angeles County Arts Commission. challenged in getting funds to com- tise in arts programming for young Center for the Arts, ArtWorxLA, Gay provided in all facilities, year-round. The programs will launch over the munity-based organizations, and the people. Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles, Jail For information, visit coming year as part of department’s partnership marks a new and innova- The Los Angeles County Guitar Doors, Rhythm Arts Alliance, probation.lacounty.gov. 6 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Rosewood Avenue Elementary students Beverly Hills City Council approves getn new backpacks Campus is poised to nrental registry requirements become a new magnet Annual rent increases is among the remaining school in 2018-19 issues, expert likely to weigh in     as part of a set of urgency mea-       sures the council approved earlier The Beverly Hills City Council this year. Tenants have complained Students at Rosewood Avenue approved regulations for its rental of being displaced because of Elementary School were brimming registry on Tuesday as it continues excessively high rent increases, with excitement on Sept. 14 as they to piece together components of a and because of no-cause evictions marched through the auditorium revamped rent stabilization ordi- – in which tenants receive 60-day and received backpacks full of nance. eviction notices. Landlords have school supplies, courtesy of The council’s action requires disputed that displacement of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. landlords to list the rent they’re renters was a problem widespread The backpack giveaway for charging for each of their rental enough to necessitate an emer- approximately 280 students in tran- units, and specifies the appeals gency ordinance. sitional kindergarten through fifth process if a resident objects to the Before the urgency measures grade was part of a project in rent amount listed by the landlord. were passed, Beverly Hills land- which students first engaged in It also specifies other information lords were allowed to raise their “random acts of kindness,” wrote that landlords must provide as part rents 10 percent each year. Citing about them and then posted the of the registration process, such as expenses of maintaining their information on a board in the audi- photo by Edwin Folven the number of bedrooms and bath- buildings, landlords have asked torium. Staff from Cedars-Sinai rooms in each unit. the City Council over the past sev- Medical Center presented each stu- Representatives from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center gave students back- The rental registry had been a eral months to allow them a higher dent with a new backpack as they packs filled with supplies during an event at Rosewood Avenue contentious issue because of priva- yearly increase than the temporary entered the room. Elementary School. cy concerns. But a city staff report 3 percent in place. “Each of the kids spent the pre- states that landlords are not oblig- Tenants and landlords have par- vious day doing random acts of ated to collect certain information, ticipated in a series of mediation kindness, which included helping a near the corner of Melrose Avenue school year. and state law requires that personal sessions, but consensus about fellow student, helping the teacher and La Cienega Boulevard. “It’s wonderful to have their sup- information about the tenants is what the long term allowable or playing with a child on the play- Crowder said the backpacks con- port,” Crowder added. not disclosable to the public. annual rent increase should be ground who maybe didn’t have tained rulers, journals, notebooks, The school is currently accepting Mayor Lili Bosse said there will remained elusive. Council dis- someone to play with,” said flash cards and others items to help applications from parents who likely be an update at next month’s cussed the idea of bringing in a Principal Linda Crowder. “It gets students with studies in science, would like their children to attend City Council meeting about the consultant to help make the deter- them so excited.” technology, engineering and math the new magnet school next year. rent stabilization ordinance, and mination. The backpack giveaway was – a curriculum commonly referred Students already enrolled this year on plans to hire a consultant to Beverly Hills City Manager part of a partnership between the to as STEM. The event was also will be grandfathered in at the cam- weigh in on unresolved issues Mahdi Aluzri said city staff is school and the medical center. held in anticipation of the campus pus. For information, call the such as the permissible annual rent evaluating the “level of expertise” Many of the students’ parents work becoming the Rosewood STEM school’s main office at (323)651- increase. and the “scope of services” that the at the hospital, which provides sup- Magnet of Urban Planning and 0166, or visit rosewoodelemen- Tenants favor the 3 percent council wants in an expert consul- port for the school on Croft Avenue Urban Design in the 2018-19 tary.org. annual increase currently in effect tant. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 September 21, 2017

Attorney seeks sanctions for WeHo councilwoman      determine whether she violated the home of Ed Buck, a well- conduct rules when she spoke out known donor in local and LGBT The attorney of a local political about the overdose death of a 26- political circles, in the 1200 block donor wants West Hollywood year-old man. of North Laurel Avenue. Councilwoman Lindsey Horvath Gemmel Moore died July 27 of Buck’s attorney Seymour investigated by a grand jury to a methamphetamine overdose at Amster said Horvath should have disclosed that Buck “actively opposed” her campaign when she spoke during an Aug. 21 city council meeting about Gemmel Moore’s death. Clinic helps transgender people Initially, an investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department revealed no suspi- photo by Jaclyn Cosgrove change names, gender markers cions of foul play, and the cause of      are some pretty rampant and hor- Seymour Amster, attorney for Ed Buck, spoke Monday during the public death was determined to be an rendous rates of abuse, discrimina- comment period at the West Hollywood City Council meeting. accidental overdose. The conversation and debate tion and harassment that a lot of However, after local media around transgender rights often folks face, and if we can help sup- reported Moore’s family’s con- ing that the justice system works is a wealthy, white man. largely focuses on a person’s port and combat that and work with cerns about circumstances sur- fairly for all. Horvath previously In early September, the district access to gender-affirming surgery. folks to be able to live in a safe and rounding his death, the sheriff’s contacted the sheriff’s department, attorney’s office agreed to grant Often left out of the conversation productive, peaceful way, then department’s homicide bureau along with the Los Angeles limited immunity to at least four are the barriers that people who are that’s what we’re interested in assigned investigators to review County District Attorney’s office, people who said they had informa- transgender and gender noncon- doing.” the case to determine whether to voice her concerns. tion relevant to Moore’s death but forming face in changing their Two-thirds of transgender there is any criminal culpability. “Again, for me, this is about feared prosecution because of their legal names and gender markers. respondents surveyed in the 2015 In a letter sent Monday, Sept. making sure that investigations are previous sex work and drug use. To help improve access to legal National Transgender 18, Amster outlines why he conducted thoroughly and without Amster said he wouldn’t com- services for people who are trans- Discrimination Survey reported believes Horvath should be inves- prejudice,” Horvath said. “I made ment on whether Buck used meth gender, a coalition of organizations that their identification documents tigated, and he further explained the comments I did because or anything that happened inside has started hosting free legal clinics were not up to date. his argument during public com- Gemmel Moore’s family and the the apartment. in Los Angeles. Without accurate IDs, people ment at Monday night’s West community want answers, and I When Buck invited Moore into On Tuesday, Sept. 26, the city of who are transgender can face diffi- Hollywood City Council meeting. believe our justice system is sup- his home, it was to provide a safe West Hollywood will co-sponsor a culties setting up bank accounts, “We are asking that she disclose posed to deliver those answers. place for Moore to escape home- transgender community legal name starting new jobs, enrolling in all of her financial records, her That’s all I’m looking for, and lessness, Amster said. and gender marker clinic, orga- school and traveling. Aiken said at email records on her personal that’s all I’ve been focused on in “What is lost over this whole nized by Bet Tzedek Legal the clinics, pro bono volunteers and servers, as well as her telephonic any of my comments.” thing, no matter how we want to Services, a public interest law firm members of the LGBT Bar records to determine if she has Moore’s family and local social twist this, Ed is grieving, and I that provides high-quality, free Association of Los Angeles help been involved in instigating, pro- justice advocates have spoken out think it bothers Ed more than any- legal services to low-income peo- attendees to navigate their individ- moting or financing the character about racism in the criminal jus- thing that he’s not allowed to ple. ual legal needs. attacks on Mr. Buck,” Amster said. tice system, arguing that law grieve properly,” Amster said. Jordan Aiken, staff attorney for Court fees are currently $435 for Horvath declined to respond to enforcement didn’t initially inves- The sheriff’s department inves- Bet Tzedek’s Transgender Medical a gender change or name change Amster’s claims, saying she only tigate Moore’s death because he tigation into Moore’s death is Legal Partnership program, said petition, according to the wants to focus attention on ensur- was a black male escort, and Buck ongoing. people who are transgender and Transgender Law Center. Aiken gender nonconforming attend the said money from grants and foun- clinics with a range of legal needs. dations has paid that fee for clinic Often, clients need help not only participants who cannot afford it. changing their legal names or gen- The September clinic is at capac- der markers but also with work- ity, but another is scheduled for place or housing discrimination Oct. 17. issues, among other challenges. Anyone interested in scheduling “A lot of the people we work a time at the October clinic can with face discrimination and contact Aiken at harassment that people think is jus- [email protected] or (323)549- tified because they’re transgender 5894. or because they’re gender noncon- Additionally, for information forming,” said Aiken, an Equal about volunteering at one of the Justice Works fellow sponsored by clinics, contact Rachael Ettinger at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. “There [email protected].

West Hollywood launches new city planning initiative The city of West Hollywood is Initiative, the city will host a WeHo looking toward the future with its Smart City Pop-Up Open House on Smart City Initiative, which will Thursday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to explore how to efficiently incorpo- 1 p.m. at West Hollywood City rate smart technologies into the Hall’s outdoor Community Plaza, city’s infrastructure, with a focus located at 8300 Santa Monica on projects that promote sustain- Blvd. Staff members from the ability, mobility, accessibility, Innovation Division and CityFi resiliency and transparency. team will be in attendance and the The initiative will leverage tech- open house will feature interactive nology to improve the community programming about the core values with positive impacts on quality of of smart city strategic planning. life, health, safety and well-being. A number of new Smart City “Technology is evolving rapid- projects have already been started ly,” said West Hollywood Mayor in West Hollywood, including the John Heilman. “West Hollywood’s development of a municipal fiber Smart City Initiative will help us to backbone network, the acquisition evaluate innovative approaches and retrofit of street light poles and implement new technologies from Southern California Edison, as we maintain and improve our and a Smart Bus Shelter project. infrastructure over the course of the The WeHo Smart City Strategic future.” Plan will identify opportunities for To assist in developing and enhancements to these projects as implementing its Smart City part of an overall guiding plan to Initiative, West Hollywood has integrate new technologies and partnered with CityFi, a leader in streamline additional WeHo Smart urban change management, to City projects. work with the city’s Innovation For information, call (323)848- Division in developing the WeHo 6464, email kmayer- Smart City Strategic Plan. [email protected], or visit To introduce the Smart City weho.org/smartcity. 8 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

American people need to make sure help employees and contractors government is held accountable,” navigate through what can be a said Lieu. “Earlier this year Rep. complicated set of laws and regula- Lieu supports new whistleblower organization Don Beyer (D-Va.) and I created a tions. Now, more than ever, we Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) on no cost to them. ing themselves to criminal prosecu- resource guide on how to blow the need patriots to step forward and Sept. 18 issued a statement in sup- The group, co-founded by former tion. whistle under the Whistleblower inform the public of any unlawful port of the launch of Whistleblower State Department whistleblower “Whistleblower Aid is exactly Protection Laws passed by or inappropriate activity by govern- Aid, a new non-partisan legal orga- John N. Tye and national security the type of organization the Congress. Whistleblower Aid can ment officials.” nization based in Washington, D.C., attorney Mark S. Zaid, will provide that will assist federal workers, con- professional and confidential legal tractors and members of the armed advice and representation to help services with reporting and publi- public servants uphold their oath cizing government lawbreaking at without breaking the law or expos- CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Whistleblower bill gains NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: tractionThe state Assembly in passed state legis- legislaturewhen workers face retaliation for lation on Sept. 12 by Sen. Bob reporting violations of law by their LOCATIONS:CITYWIDE, West Hollywood, California Hertzberg (D-Van Nuys) to employers or co-workers, instead improve protections for whistle- of waiting until an investigation is REQUEST: The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a rec- blowers so they can keep their jobs complete. Retaliation against while retaliation complaints against employees under those circum- ommendation to the City Council regarding changes to Title 19 of the West Hollywood their employers are being investi- stances is illegal, but it presently Municipal Code regulating cannabis- related land uses as allowed under state law, gated. takes the state many months and including the following uses: adult-use retail sales, medical-use dispensaries, The bill, SB 306, was approved sometimes years to investigate cannabis deliveries and cannabis consumption areas for on-site consumption and by a 43-20 vote. It was sent to the retaliation complaints. state Senate for concurrence. “Everyone loses when whistle- ancillary uses as permitted under existing code requirements. “This bill ensures that the state’s blowers are retaliated against for present policy to protect whistle- reporting illegal activity,” said Art This zone text amendment is being processed concurrently with changes to Title 5 of blowers is effective and isn’t sub- Pulaski, executive secretary-trea- the West Hollywood Municipal Code related to changes to the City’s business license verted by employer retaliation and surer of the California Labor drawn-out investigations,” Hertz- Federation. “The worker is usually ordinance for cannabis related businesses. berg said. without a job, co-workers are The legislation allows the state afraid to speak up and honest PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits. labor commissioner to seek an employers face a competitive dis- immediate temporary injunction advantage.” APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood

TIME/PLACE Thursday, October 5, 2017 OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m.West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Council Chambers 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard West Hollywood, CA 90069

ZONES: All Commercial Zones

ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15061 (Review for Exemption)

The staff report will be available on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org

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, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Commission, via the Community Development 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 special 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.

For further information contact Jerry Hittleman, Contract Planner, in the Community Development Department at (323) 848-6475, or via email at: [email protected]

Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk

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Brown calls for collaboration on climate change Gov. Jerry Brown joined leaders from Japan, South Korea, Russia, China and more than a dozen other countries earlier this month at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russia, where he pushed businesses and govern- ments to join forces not just on trade and investment, but also on the decarbonization of the economy. “The world has never had more power or more danger – or more opportunity if we can work togeth- er. And this forum is inviting that coming together of countries in the Pacific region, focusing on trade. But trade, to be sustainable, must be innovative and creative,” Brown photo courtesy of the United States Department of Agriculture said at the opening of the Forum. photo courtesy of the governor’s office “Trade will not be sustainable if it attempts to violate forever the rules Gov. Jerry Brown, pictured earlier this month in Russia, asked coun- of nature.” tries such as Japan, South Korea, Russia and China to join forces on In addition to speaking at the trade, investment and the decarbonization of the economy. San Gabriel Mountains national opening of the Forum, Governor Brown gave remarks today at the cooperation between Russia, On the way to Russia, Brown monument status unchanged sixth Asia-Pacific Economic China, Japan and the United stopped in Nome, Alaska, where he After a federal review, the bor- Zinke spent approximately two Cooperation Conference on States. met with researchers and native ders of the San Gabriel Mountains months conducting a review. In Cooperation in Higher Education The governor also led a discus- Alaskans to learn more about the National Monument will not be August, he issued a report to the and later participated on a Forum sion on climate change at the Far impacts of climate change to arctic altered, according to a recent report White House stating that none of panel focused on opportunities for Eastern Federal University. ecosystems. by the secretary of the interior. the national monuments under Several other national monu- review would have their national ments, however, will be modified. monument status revoked. He said President Donald J. Trump called some would have their boundaries for a review of national monuments altered, but did not immediately that were designated since Jan. 1, announce which ones. 1996 and cover at least 100,000 The San Gabriel Mountains have acres. Environmental activists were 600 archaeological sites with evi- concerned about adverse effects to dence of more than 8,000 years of wildlife and nature if the Trump human history, according to the administration revoked the status of U.S. Forest Service. The agency any of the more than 20 monuments also says the mountains have some that were under review. In parts of of the greatest biodiversity in the rural America, however, national country. Visitors make millions of monument designations have been trips every year for hiking, hunting, blamed for reducing opportunities skiing, horseback riding, nature for industry. watching and other outdoor activi- Secretary of the Interior Ryan ties.

photo courtesy of the mayor’s office International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach (bottom, third from right), joined Mayor at City Hall to celebrate Los Angeles’ newly signed host city contract for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Mayor, council members welcomeMayor Eric Garcetti IOC and city presidentAngeles were both bidding for council members welcomed 2024 before an unprecedented deal Thomas Bach, president of the that awarded two future hosts International Olympic Committee, simultaneously. to City Hall in celebration of a vote In the beginning of the bidding last week to bring the Olympics process, Boston was the United back to Los Angeles in 2028. States Olympic Committee’s pre- Bach and Garcetti signed the ferred U.S. candidate. Two years host city contract in . later, Los Angeles and Paris were The unanimous vote by the IOC the two cities left standing. They also confirmed that Paris will host will both join London as the only the 2024 Summer Olympic and cities to have hosted three Paralympic Games. Paris and Los . 10 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Subway project will require MetroThe Los plans Angeles County to continueations and capital projects hiring are fund- localHire Pilot workers Program would be Metropolitan Transportation ed through taxes from Los Angeles extended to 2022. Under the pro- Authority plans to keep its Local County residents, which provides gram, Metro required 40 percent of upcoming street closures Hire Initiative for locally funded the rationale for hiring local work- its workers to come from low- transportation projects despite the ers who actually pay the taxes to income areas within five miles of a federal government’s withdrawal build local projects. project. The agency also required of Local Hire rules for federally “We created Metro’s Local Hire that 10 percent of construction funded projects. Program to make sure that invest- employees on projects be drawn The Trump Administration indi- ments in transportation bring from pools of disadvantaged work- cated it plans to withdraw local hire opportunities for the community ers. reforms made during the Obama members where projects are being Metro already applied the pro- Administration that allowed trans- built,” said Los Angeles mayor and gram to numerous transportation portation agencies like Metro to Metro Board Chair Eric Garcetti. projects that contain some federal employ geographic-based hiring “This helps us multiply the benefits funding, including Metro’s preferences for projects utilizing of transportation dollars to Southwest Rail Yard, the Metro federal funds. Prior to the reforms, strengthen the local economy and Purple Line Extension Section 2, federal procurement regulations did give more people a chance to build and multiple rail car procurement not permit agencies to require bid- new careers.” contracts. ders to establish local hiring pro- Metro projects such as the East Metro anticipates at least nine grams or to take such programs and San Fernando Valley Transit projects would be negatively local hiring directly into account in Corridor contain 96 percent local affected, including Section 3 of the the bid evaluation process. The pro- funding, making it and other simi- Purple Line Extension, the Airport hibition was originally established larly funded projects a strong can- Metro Connector and the Foothill years ago when the federal govern- didate for Metro’s Local Hire Extension Phase 2B to Claremont, ment often funded over 80 percent Program moving forward. among others. The projects togeth- photo courtesy of Metro of transportation projects. Earlier this year, then-U.S. er represent more than a $12-billion Work on the Purple Line Extension subway project is ongoing However, more than 80 percent Transportation Secretary Anthony investment in transportation infra- along Wilshire Boulevard, and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan of Metro’s current budget for oper- Foxx announced that the Local structure. Transportation Authority is providing updates about construction. At the western end of the project near Wilshire and La Cienega boulevards, potholing, piling, instrumentation and steel deliveries will continue. Excavation and dirt hauling is also ongoing near Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, and Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea Avenue (pictured). ElectricSix new electric vehicle vehicle chargers chargersthe city’s carbon installed emissions, saving in L.A.“California state State Parks parks is proud Metro also announced that potholing and jet grouting preparation were installed in local state parks by on fuel costs and helping integrate to be a part of this important effort is also occurring near Wilshire Boulevard and Cloverdale Avenue. the Los Angeles Department of renewable energy into the power to encourage drivers to go green, Instrumentation work continues near Wilshire Boulevard and Water and Power’s Energy grid. which is critical to preserving our Highland Avenue, and Wilshire Boulevard and Western Avenue. Commission and the California Will Rogers State Historic Park natural resources while allowing On Saturday, Sept. 23 from 2 a.m. to 11pm, eastbound Wilshire Department of Parks & Recreation. received two chargers for public use visitors to fully experience the Boulevard will be closed to allow for the relocation of a sewer system The new chargers will help visi- and the L.A. State Historic Park beauty of our parks,” said Craig west of the Wilshire Boulevard and Western Avenue intersection. tors and park employees enjoy the near Chinatown received four pub- Sap, Angeles District superinten- Starting in mid-October, pile installation will occur on Wilshire benefits of EVs, such as reducing lic chargers. dent for California State Parks. Boulevard between Western Avenue and Manhattan Place, and with- in a staging yard located at Wilshire/Manhattan Place. Full weekend closures of Wilshire Boulevard between Manhattan Place and Western Avenue will be required. Anticipated work hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. for drilling, and 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. for the setting of concrete and pilings. For information, visit metro.net. Members of the public with ques- tions or concerns about Purple Line Extension construction activity can also call the 24-hour project hotline at (213)922-6934, and email the project team at [email protected].

Second Next Night event plannedThe city of Beverly in HillsBeverly and select Hillsfood trucks, a beer and wine Next Beverly Hills Committee will garden, and a curated array of pop- host the second annual Next Night up shops. At the event, selected ven- event, a block party on the 200 block dors will have the opportunity to of South Beverly Drive (between showcase their business to the Charleville Boulevard and Gregory Beverly Hills community alongside Way) on Sept. 23 from 6 to 11 p.m. other businesses on South Beverly The Next Beverly Hills Drive. Committee is extending a special The city of Beverly Hills is cur- Chamber Member discount ($100 rently accepting applications from off) to participate as a vendor in this interested vendors. For questions year’s event. about the event, call Wil Master, The first annual Next Night founding chairman of the Next attracted approximately 2,000 atten- Beverly Hills Committee at dees. This year’s event will include (213)290-6468 or email iwilmas- live music, restaurant specials, [email protected]. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 September 21, 2017

Clothing needed for Congressman presents medals to Navy veteran Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) pre- sented Petty Officer Third-Class Engineman Thomas Edwin Patton homeless LGBT youth with two medals on Tuesday that Patton had never received for his service in the United States Navy. Patton had initially contacted Lieu’s office in hopes of obtaining one medal he knew he was eligible for. But while working with the Department of Navy, Lieu’s office obtained not only one, but two medals Patton rightfully deserved. Patton’s impressive military awards and decorations will now include the National Defense Service Medal and the Antarctica Service Medal. “It is a great honor to present not photo courtesy of Congressman Ted Lieu’s Office only one, but two medals to Petty Congressman Ted Lieu (left) recently presented Petty Officer Thomas Officer Patton and recognize him Edwin Patton with two medals for his service in U.S Navy. for his dedication and contributions to our country,” Lieu said. “When I heard about his situation, I made a Patton, born in Berkley, was stationed on the U.S.S. Tom direct inquiry to the United States Michigan, moved to Southern Bigbee in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. His Navy to make sure he received the California at a young age and is a service includes tours of the awards he so rightfully deserved. I graduate of Banning High School in Marshall Islands, Guam, the join my fellow Americans in thank- Wilmington, California. He served Philippines, Japan, Hong Kong and ing him for his great service.” in the Navy during the 1960s and Antarctica.

LGBT center to host Vanguard Awards ceremony The Los Angeles LGBT Center on Saturday, Sept. 23 at The Beverly from the civic, corporate, entertain- has announced that talk show host Hilton. ment and philanthropic communi- Jimmy Kimmel, writer and producer Bradford will present an award to ties. Guests will enjoy cocktails, din- Shonda Rhimes, artist Mark Emanuel, while presenter Rhimes ner and entertainment, along with a Bradford, MSNBC’s Lawrence will take the stage to honor Valerie silent auction that includes high-end O’Donnell and comedian Jermaine Jarrett, former senior adviser for the items, packages and experiences. Fowler will join previously Obama administration. Kimmel will Tickets are available by visiting photo courtesy of the 13th District Council Office announced honorees Ariel Emanuel host the evening. lalgbtcenter.org/gala. For the latest A professional clothing drive launched by Los Angeles City and Valerie Jarrett at the 48th This year’s event will bring event news and information, follow Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, is off to a great start, but Anniversary Gala Vanguard Awards together more than 1,000 leaders @lalgbtcenter on social media. the councilman is still seeking clothing donations benefitting home- less youth at the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The clothing drive con- tinues through the end of September. The program helps LGBT youth find jobs. Items can be donated at O’Farrell’s Echo Park District Office, 1722 Sunset Blvd. For information, visit cd13.lacity.org.

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Philanthropists receive Mayor announces more funds for affordable housing Mayor Eric Garcetti has “Foundations have the most announced $20 million in new “When the public impact when taking early risks to Sally Awards funding for the city’s Supportive and private demonstrate solutions that work,” Housing Loan Fund, increasing the said California Community total available funding to $60 mil- sectors join forces Foundation President and CEO lion. The increase supports the to serve the most Antonia Hernández. “We know that mayor’s goal to build 1,000 new vulnerable in our permanent supportive housing units of permanent supportive works to end homelessness, and housing each year. community, our we’re proud to work with other Managed by the Corporation for ability to build funders and the city to finance the Supportive Housing, the loan fund housing and early costs of providing homes for is a public-private partnership that those most in need in Los Angeles.” delivers capital to affordable hous- deliver services The expansion of the SHLF was ing builders to help them acquire can reach new made possible by $20 million in properties for permanent support- loans from four foundations: ive housing. The fund can also heights.” California Community Foundation, cover the cost of developing plans Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, the and securing approvals. -Mayor Eric Garcetti Kresge Foundation and the “Every Angeleno deserves safe Weingart Foundation. photo by John Docter housing that they can afford – it is a Since 2008, the SHLF has The Salvation Amy held its Sally Awards ceremony on Sept. 16, basic human right,” Garcetti said. housing developments. It directs invested nearly $70 million in more celebrating Grant and Lysa Heslov’s philanthropy and support for the “When the public and private sec- city departments to expedite case than 40 projects, resulting in 2,600 organization. tors join forces to serve the most processing for housing projects supportive and affordable apart- The Heslovs are a Hollywood power couple that has been nomi- vulnerable in our community, our with more than 20 percent of units ments for formerly homeless indi- nated for six Academy Awards, with Grant Heslov receiving an Oscar ability to build housing and deliver dedicated as affordable. The city is viduals. Many projects include on- for his screenplay for the film “Argo.” His new film, “Surburbicon,” services can reach new heights.” also expanding the affordable hous- site services that extend benefits to was directed by George Clooney. Garcetti issued executive direc- ing pipeline through the disposition the surrounding community includ- Lysa Heslov has dedicated the past 12 years to helping children in tive 13 to streamline the approval and development of city-owned ing health clinics that serve resi- need in the United States and Africa. Her documentary “Served Like process for permanent supportive land. dents and neighbors. a Girl” focuses on obstacles female veterans face. The Hezlovs joined Salvation Army Lt. Col. Kyle Smith during the ceremony at the JW Marriott-LA Live. The Salvation Army offers numerous programs serving veterans, many of whom are part of the growing homelessness crisis in Los Plan to reduce greenhouse gas moves forward Angeles. The Salvation Army first started in Los Angeles in 1887 The California Legislature on California’s first goal of limiting with the mission to help people in need. It has grown into one of the Sept. 15 passed a $1.5 billion “We have elevated statewide greenhouse gas emissions most comprehensive social service organizations in the city, provid- expenditure plan to fight climate the dialogue and to 1990 levels by 2020 and permit- ing more than 500,000 nights of shelter annually to men, women and change. ted the Air Resources Board to children experiencing homelessness. For information, visit salvation- The funds, collected through undertakings develop a market-based mechanism army-socal.org. California’s model Cap and Trade around the world to reduce carbon. The mechanism program, will go toward technology in the fight ultimately became California’s sig- and infrastructure initiatives critical nature Cap and Trade program. to achieving California’s green- against global Last month, the Legislature house gas emissions reduction lev- warming.” passed AB 398, which extended the Green Building Council seeks els of 40 percent below 1990 levels Cap and Trade provisions through by 2030. The expenditure plan was -Assemblyman Richard Bloom 2030, and AB 617, which set in contained in SB 93, SB 119, AB motion initiatives to reduce air con- 109 and AB 134, bills authored by taminants not covered under the nominationsThe Los Angeles chapter offor the awardsple third-party certifications. the Legislature’s two budget com- which oversees the Cap and Trade Cap and Trade program. U.S. Green Building Council will Award nominations are open mittees. program. “These bills make signifi- “Our Cap and Trade system and host its 13th annual Green Gala on until Oct. 1 by 5 p.m. To nominate “In the face of federal regressions cant investments that will reduce funding investments have helped Nov. 30 at Taglyan Cultural a team’s project, visit in the fight against climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, address ensure that California is well on its Complex in Hollywood. bit.ly/USGBC-LA-nomination. [these] actions demonstrate that pollution in our most disadvantaged way to meeting our 2020 green- The Green Gala celebrates The awards reflect the the Green California will remain steadfast in communities and improve the qual- house gas emissions reduction regional projects that change the Building Council’s emphasis on its commitment to reduce pollution, ity of life of all Californians.” goals,” Bloom said. “In the process, way society thinks about sustain- energy and water savings, air qual- clean our air and demonstrate to the California’s Cap and Trade pro- we have elevated the dialogue and ability in the built environment. ity, good design, transportation, world that we will do all we can sta- gram, administered by the undertakings around the world in This year’s sixth annual resiliency and community engage- bilize the earth’s temperature,” said California Air Resources Board, the fight against global warming. Sustainable Innovation Awards, ment. The awards consist of 11 top- Assemblyman Richard Bloom (D- began in 2013 under authority Now, we must ramp our actions to presented at the gala, include new ical categories. For more informa- Santa Monica), Chairman of the granted through AB 32 – The meet our 2030 goals and demon- award categories and are open to tion about the gala, visit usgbc- Assembly Budget Subcommittee Global Warming Solutions Act of strate again to the world we all can submissions of projects from multi- la.org. on Resources and Transportation, 2006. That bill established accomplish together.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 September 21, 2017

Hollywood and the eastside neigh- added. “Residents and neighbors borhood groups who have been should look forward to the opening very supportive of the project and of our retail partners, starting with a DomainTrammell Crow Residential West has HollywoodWest Hollywood’s eastside,” project said ed architect opens Studio One Eleven, enthusiastic about our contribution yummy.com neighborhood market announced the opening of Domain Garth Erdossy, senior managing model designer Jonathan Adler and toward activating this key area, in the fall of 2017.” West Hollywood, a project with director for Trammell Crow French artist Malika Favre. which is enjoying an exciting wave For information, visit domainwe- 166 apartments and over 9,000- Residential Southern California. “Many thanks to the city of West of new development,” Erdossy ho.com. square-feet of ground floor retail “The neighborhood is steeped in space at 7141 Santa Monica Blvd. the romance of old Hollywood, Designed for creative profes- which inspired us to create a sionals, singles and couples, lifestyle experience that evokes the Domain WeHo features luxurious glamour of the past but with a amenities and a rooftop space over- fresh, contemporary aesthetic. Our CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD looking the Hollywood Hills. goal was to be both local in context “We are delighted to introduce and global in appeal.” Domain as the newest addition to Designers for the project includ- 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: Zone text amendment to modify the West Hollywood Municipal Code Section §19.36.331 and the definitions in W.H.M.C. §19.90.020, to allow for the renting of a room or part of a room in a dwelling unit for periods less than 31 days.

PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits.

APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood

photo courtesy of Trammell Crow Residential TIME/PLACE Thursday, October 5, 2017 Domain West Hollywood recently debuted on Santa Monica Boulevard, OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. just east of Fairfax Avenue. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Council Chambers 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard ChaiVillage LA to host forum on aging West Hollywood, CA 90069 Surgeon and writer Dr. Atul and communities around the coun- Gawande will be interviewed by try. The event will be held in recog- ZONES: Citywide Robin Young, host of NPR’s “Here nition of Beacon Hill Village’s 15th and Now,” during a free program on anniversary. ENVIRONMENTAL Monday, Sept. 25 from 1:30 to 4 Following the program and p.m. at Temple Isaiah. reception, Temple Emanuel of STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the California The event is hosted by Beverly Hills Rabbi Emerita Laura Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section ChaiVillageLA and will be simul- Geller and Rabbi Zoë Klein will §15061 (Review for Exemption) cast at 2 p.m. Gawande and Young lead a discussion. The public is will explore the value of communi- invited but must RSVP by calling ty and choices available as people ChaiVillageLA Director Devorah The staff report will be available on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at City Hall, age. Older adults who wanted to Servi at (310)592-0321, or emailing 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, age in their communities spread the [email protected]. For and on-line at www.weho.org village concept to almost 200 cities information, visit chaivillagela.org. IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those Letters to the Editor issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning would demand enforcement, not Commission, via the Community Development Department at, or prior to, the Public Federal law trumps fear it. Hearing. local ordinances on Mark Preston legalized pot Los Angeles To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening Re “Could WeHo’s marijuana Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require special laws go up in smoke?” Sept. 14 Letter’s author assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing impaired), you issue has a point must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) In 1972, the United States Re Letter to the Editor, “City 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hearing became a signatory to the Single is not keeping pace as issues impaired is (323) 848-6496. Convention on Narcotic Drugs. worsen,” Sept. 14 issue If Californians want to have “fun” drugs, why does the news Regarding the skyrocketing Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provided media never mention that rents, [the letter’s author] Kevin upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the California, as well as other C. Glynn makes some good meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO states, will have to get the [U.S.] points. Our city leaders ought to Senate to “un-ratify” that con- hear his observations and heed (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net vention? his advice. That is, if they want The [media] made enough the voters to keep them in office. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to express “noise” about legalization with- The “greedy developers” of out mentioning the conse- the high-rise expensive apart- their opinion in this matter. quences. [Under] the ments may offer big campaign Constitution, conventions rati- donations, but ultimately the vot- For further information contact Dan Mick, Commercial Code Compliance fied by the U.S. have the same ers will be heard. The housing Supervisor, in the Department of Public Works at (323) 848-6375; or via email at: effect as federal laws. It is disor- crisis and so many other prob- der to promote, even if all lems need viable solutions. [email protected] Californians support it, violating Instead, as Glynn said, our city is federal law. “more like a lunatic asylum” as Can’t the drug users have our elected mayor and City Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk “fun” any other way, legally? Council members focus their Why would the potheads want efforts on abolishing Columbus the authorities to “look the other Day or saving our pets. Can you way?” That makes us a nation of believe it? It’s mind-boggling. men, not a nation of laws. Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополнитель- If the circumstances were the George Epstein ной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. other way around, the potheads Detroit Street 14 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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Ricardo Zarate’s new restaurant would makes his momma proud

Years ago, I met three-time (named in honor of his late mother) James Beard Foundation award recently opened and that I should nominee Chef Ricardo Zarate at his come in for dinner. We visited urban Peruvian restaurant, Mo- Rosaliné for dinner on a Saturday Chica. Later, he opened Picca, near night and the restaurant was Century City, and Paiche, in Marina packed. Even with a reservation, del Rey, introducing Peruvian fla- we waited 20 minutes for a table. photo courtesy of Rosaline vors fused with Asian and Standing next to the small and By Jill Weinlein The charcoal-fired whole branzino is topped with a very flavorful green European ingredients. Enchanted crowded bar, we ordered four pisco mint aji sauce. by his culinary creations, I followed sours – the quintessential South him to Santa Barbara to Blue American cocktail. Piscos are made Tavern restaurant, featuring with Quebranta Pisco, a light-col- Peruvian fried rice that is cooked in of a purple corn spread with a scoop Californian cuisine with Peruvian ored brandy made from fermented potatoes with salted cod were a skillet until slightly crispy on the of a slightly orange flavored flavors. Then, he just disappeared. grape juice. The high-proof spirit is topped with a pickled radish and bottom. The server brought it to our Chancaca ice cream and a wisp of Zarate came back temporarily in mixed with freshly squeezed lime wasabi Dijon that gave it table piping hot and stirred in . The second dessert was 2015 with Once, a pop-up restau- juice, simple syrup, whipped egg some zest. prawns, pancetta and pork La Peruvian cake with goat’s milk rant in Santa Monica. Once means whites and a drizzle of Peruvian bit- Another eye-catching treat was Chang Chinese sausage in a fer- blended with vanilla bean, sugar 11 in Spanish, and the Peruvian- ters, and dusted with cinnamon and Zarate’s Peruvian causa in a mason mented seafood paste. and coconut milk and served with born Zarate chose the name served in small ceramic cups jar. I fondly remember him serving I didn’t see paiche on the menu, Harry’s Berries strawberries and because he is the 11th of 12 chil- resembling flower pots. it at Once. Zarate starts with a base however Zarate offers a whole meringue kisses that have been dren. Zarate didn’t sit idle. He start- Rosaliné is located in the old of Peruvian botija olive aioli and charcoal-fired branzino that’s slightly torched to a golden color. A ed cooking in the kitchen of David Myers Comme Ça space in layers it with yellow potato mousse, heightened with a green mint aji scoop of guava sorbet is offered on smoke.oil.. with chef Brian West Hollywood. Los Angeles- smooth avocado and beautiful, sauce. Wood fired tomatoes, beans the side, and a few maracuya pas- Gregg, and wrote a cookbook, “The based architect Kevin Tsai re- thick eggplant terrine. It’s served and grilled lemons adorn the dish. sion fruit seeds are sprinkled atop Fire of Peru.” designed the room with - with thickly sliced grilled quinoa We all enjoyed the tender pork the cake. His cooking inspired my family bone patterned flooring and tiled bread brushed with oil. The smooth osso buco wrapped in banana When our bill arrived, our server and I to take a 10-day trip to Peru. walls. Baskets filled with greenery causa spread on bread is filled with leaves and surrounded by crispy told us that a 20 percent service Upon our return, I emailed Zarate hang from the ceiling and a long, earthy flavors. plantains. The pork was covered charge is included, so there is no to share my culinary experiences. glass skylight and creates an atmos- I also liked his aceitunas, which with a brick red ancho sauce made need to tip. At the end of the He replied back and to my joy, told phere reminiscent of the verdant arrived on a wooden plank accom- from slightly spicy ancho chilies evening, it’s divided among the me that his restaurant Rosaliné Peruvian jungle. Wood tables and panied by a bag of turmeric flat and peanuts. It was served with a kitchen and service staff. mid-century chairs are comple- bread pieces to scoop up the spicy pickled hard-boiled egg and soft I saw Zarate in his open kitchen mented by a scattering of bright red Peruvian olives, eggplant puree, garbanzo tamale. and whispered to him, “Your moth- metal chairs, adding some color micro greens and crunchy cancha Not wanting dinner to end, we er is looking down so proudly on all into the room. corn, similar to a corn nut. ordered two desserts. The first was of your accomplishments.” The dining room is dark and can Ready for more food, we ordered a small slice of a sour Japanese $$$ 8479 Melrose Ave., West get a bit loud, especially when all the chafe paella made with umeboshi pickled plum tart on top Hollywood. (323)297-9500. the tables are filled. The menu is divided into categories: Abrebocas (small plates to be shared), La Familia (larger portions), Mamaqucha (from the sea), Allpa (from the soil), and Pachamama (from the land). We started with causita crocante -

photo courtesy of Rosaline four crispy potato spheres nestled in a Sea Star Seafoods choice A pisco sour is a quintessential boned salt codfish box. The crispy Peruvian cocktail. 16 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Sept. 7 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect burglarized a cle parked in the 900 block of N. vehicle parked in the 400 block of At 12:13 a.m., an unknown sus- Sycamore at 12:30 p.m. N. Stanley at 7 p.m. OLICE LOTTER pect committed a burglary in the P B 8200 block of Sunset. At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft near the burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect burglarized a corner of Hollywood and Las 7200 block of Hollywood. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the vehicle parked in the 8400 block of Palmas. areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between Sunset at 1 a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Sept. 1 and Sept. 15. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- An unknown suspect committed a tim near the corner of Highland ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect theft in the 6500 block of Santa and Fountain at 9:40 p.m. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles burglarized a vehicle parked in the Monica at 2 p.m. County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and 1400 block of Hayworth. A second Sept. 14 the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. vehicle burglary was reported in At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect the same location at approximate- committed a grand theft in the 100 At 12:45 a.m., an unknown sus- ly 4 p.m. block of S. Edinburgh. pect burglarized a vehicle parked Beverly Hills Police Sept. 8 in the 400 block of N. Edinburgh. Sept. 8 An unknown suspect committed a Department At 12:05 p.m., an unknown sus- petty theft in the 5900 block of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- pect committed a burglary in the Wilshire at 4:30 p.m. cle parked near the corner of 300 block of N. Palm Drive. At 7:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Sept. 1 committed a burglary in the 8900 Hollywood and Formosa at 5 a.m. block of Sunset. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown female suspect com- stole a vehicle parked in the 800 At 7:20 a.m., an unknown suspect At 10:30 a.m., an identity theft was mitted a grand theft in the 9500 reported in the 700 block of Arden An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Wilcox. committed a petty theft in the 700 block of Wilshire at 5:15 p.m. The block of Franklin. Drive. suspect was approximately 5 feet vehicle parked in the 800 block of Hilldale at 11:30 a.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a 6 inches tall and 110 pounds. The vehicle parked near the corner of An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a loss was estimated at $1,015. grand theft in the 600 block of N. Sunset and Hudson at 10 p.m. petty theft in the 5500 block of W. Roxbury at 4 p.m. The loss was Sept. 9 Sixth at 1:15 p.m. At 5:36 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10:15 p.m., an unknown sus- estimated at $1,000. At 12:01 a.m., a suspect assaulted committed a burglary in the 300 pect committed a petty theft in the At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Canon Drive. The sus- a victim in the 8700 block of Santa 7100 block of Santa Monica. Monica. committed a petty theft in the 100 Sept. 3 pect was approximately 26 years block of N. La Cienega. old, 5 feet 8 inches tall and 230 An unknown suspect burglarized a Two unknown male suspects com- pounds. The loss was estimated at An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 7000 block of mitted a burglary in the 200 block An unknown suspect burglarized a $47. vehicle parked near the corner of Hawthorn at 11 p.m. of S. Gale Drive at 3:19 a.m. One Croft and Melrose at 11:20 p.m. vehicle parked in the 100 block of suspect was approximately 6 feet N. Martel at 5 p.m. An unknown male suspect com- At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect tall and 180 pounds. No further mitted a burglary in the 100 block robbed a victim in the 300 block of information was provided. Sept. 10 of San Vicente at 9:42 p.m. The S. Clark. suspect was approximately 56 At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- At 6 p.m., an unknown female sus- years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall and pect burglarized a vehicle parked pect assaulted a victim in the 100 Sept. 12 SHOULD I 235 pounds. The loss was esti- in the 8800 block of Santa Monica. block of S. Maple Drive. The sus- mated at $600. pect was approximately 43 years At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect committed a SEEK HELP old, 5 feet 5 inches tall and 140 pect burglarized a vehicle parked grand theft in the 8500 block of pounds. Sept. 9 near the corner of Sunset and Santa Monica at 3:10 p.m. Poinsettia. WITH MY An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 1100 block of burglary in the 100 block of N. Sept. 11 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- ESTATE Lexington Road at 1 p.m. The loss Oakhurst Drive at 11:30 p.m. No cle parked in the 100 block of S. was estimated at $1,815. further information was provided. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- Sweetzer at 3:30 a.m. PLANNING? ing a domestic violence incident in t is possible to prepare one’s At 3:54 p.m., an unknown male the 1100 block of Horn at 12:06 At 10:40 a.m., an unknown sus- own estate plan using do-it- Sept. 4 suspect robbed a victim in the a.m. pect committed a petty theft near yourself software or fill-in-the- 9100 block of Beverly. The sus- the corner of Orlando and Third. An unknown suspect female com- pect was approximately 6 feet tall At 1:50 a.m., an unknown suspect blank forms. It is unlikely, howev- mitted a grand theft in the 9500 and 190 pounds. committed a petty theft in the 600 An unknown suspect committed a er, that these methods will result in block of Wilshire at 2:33 p.m. I block of N. Robertson. petty theft in the 8100 block of a suitable solution that accom- Beverly at 11:01 a.m. At 3:02 p.m., an identity theft was Sept. 10 plishes all of your objectives. It is An unknown suspect committed a reported in the 200 block of Lasky generally advisable to consult An unknown male suspect com- petty theft in the 7100 block of At 11:40 a.m., an unknown sus- Drive. mitted a grand theft in the 9700 Santa Monica at 10:15 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the with a qualified attorney who can block of Wilshire at 12:11 p.m. The 800 block of S. Orange Grove. interpret the various laws dealing Sept. 5 suspect was approximately 59 Sept. 12 with property rights, taxes, wills, years old, 6 feet 1 inches tall and An unknown suspect committed a At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect trusts and probate. 160 pounds. The loss was esti- At 5:04 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 1200 block of N. committed a burglary in the 700 If you choose not to seek the mated at $1,145. stole a vehicle parked in the 8900 June at 11:45 a.m. block of N. Camden Drive. assistance of an attorney, carefully block of Santa Monica. At 2:45 p.m., three unknown sus- At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect review organizations or business- An unknown suspect committed a pects, two male and the other Sept. 15 committed a petty theft in the 700 es which offer assistance in the burglary in the 700 block of N. female, committed a burglary in block of Hollywood. area of estate planning without the Roxbury Drive at 1:05 p.m. the 9700 block of Wilshire. No fur- At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect ther description was provided of use of practicing attorneys.Just as committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:45 p.m., three unknown the suspects. The loss was esti- client satisfaction with particular 8400 block of Melrose. vehicle parked in the 800 block of male suspects committed a bur- mated at $24,000. Vine at 6 p.m. attorneys may vary, so too will the glary in the 300 block of Swall satisfaction experienced by those Drive. The suspects were all Los Angeles Police At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect individuals using non-lawyers to approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall West Hollywood burglarized a vehicle parked near assist them in dealing with estate and 150 pounds. Sheriff’s Station Department the corner of Fifth and San Vicente. planning issues. Always use com- Sept. 10 mon sense. It will most often be An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 4 grand theft in the 400 block of N. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- your best guide. At 6:50 p.m., an unknown suspect Canon at 8:15 p.m. The suspect cle parked in the 100 block of S. At 11:15 a.m., an unknown sus- stole a vehicle parked in the 300 If you decide to consult with an was approximately 5 feet 11 inch- Fairfax at 7:10 p.m. es tall and 180 pounds. The loss pect burglarized a vehicle parked block of S. Fairfax. estate planning attorney, you can in the 1000 block of Orlando. was estimated at $4,500. At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect save time and money by preparing An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the thoroughly for your meeting. You burglary in the 6200 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a 400 block of N. Orange Drive. can organize information regarding Sept. 6 vehicle parked in the 8000 block of Hollywood at 11 p.m. Norton at 7 p.m. your assets, liabilities, disposition An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:50 p.m., two unknown male Sept. 11 desires and other objectives as well suspects committed a grand theft vehicle parked in the 7300 block of as gather important documents Sept. 5 Sunset at 9 p.m. in the 9500 block of Wilshire. The At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect such as prior wills or trusts, powers suspects were approximately 5 At 10 p.m., and unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 900 block of of attorney, life insurance policies, feet 7 inches tall and 150 pounds. Vine. Sept. 13 The loss was estimated at $2,980. robbed a victim near the corner of employment benefits and other Havenhurst and Santa Monica. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- related documents and information. Two unknown male suspects tim in the 5700 block of Santa tim in the 8000 block of Third at robbed a victim in the 9500 block Sept. 6 Monica at 1:37 a.m. 5:10 a.m. KRAMER LAW GROUP of Wilshire at 4 p.m. One suspect was approximately 5 feet 11 inch- At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect At 3:05 a.m., an unknown suspect At 5:30 a.m., an unknown suspect es tall and 180 pounds, while the burglarized a vehicle parked in the robbed a victim in the 300 block of committed a petty theft in the 1400 Stephen W. Kramer other was approximately 6 feet tall 8600 block of Holloway Drive. S. La Cienega. block of Vine. 5858 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 205 and 190 pounds. The loss was Los Angeles, CA 90036 estimated at $2,240. An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect stole a bicy- An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 7300 block of cle near the corner of Third and vehicle parked in the 6300 block of (323)964-7100 At 4:45 p.m., two unknown male Santa Monica at 10 p.m. Gardner at 10:10 a.m. Wilshire at 2 p.m. A participating member of suspects committed a burglary in the 700 block of N. Camden Drive. At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- At 11:50 a.m., an unknown sus- At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect AARP courtesy Union No further information as provid- pect burglarized a vehicle parked pect committed a petty theft in the committed a petty theft in the 1000 extended Privilege ed. in the 8400 block of Sunset. 6300 block of W. Third. block of Cole. Network Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 September 21, 2017

from the Harvard & Stone bar, in ing specials. Soon to open this fall partnership with Seedlip. The first is Cleo Third Street at The Orlando FromRestaurant page 14 News cocktail is included with ticket pur- Hotel, which will have offer a take- chase, along with an event guide away window offering fresh and gift bag; additional tokens for pressed juices. 1717 Vine St., and red wine sauce; and branzino cocktails can be purchased for $10. (323)962-1711; 800 W. Olympic with leeks, tomato concasse, olives Tickets are $25 for a pre-dinner Blvd., (424)888-7818; 8384 W. and lemon. Save room for the apple cocktail party from 4:30 to 8.30 Third St., sbe.com/restaurants/loca- to commemorate a sweet p.m., or the late night cocktail party tions/cleo-third-street. new year. The traditional Rosh from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 650 S. Hashanah menu is available from 6 Spring St. bit.ly/2xad4M2. to 9 p.m. and is $48 per person, with an optional wine pairing by the Pokeoke bowls Me are a Hawaiian staple glass or bottle for an additional cost. Guest chef burgers that have become a hot trend in 257 S. Spring St., (213)372-5189. sters Wine Shop & Bar invites Pfast-casual food. Poke Me allows well-known chefs into the customers to get creative with over Ekitchen to make a special burger on 40 different options, including a Fig & Olive specials one Tuesday night each month. On Protein Packed Bowl that is perfect uring September, bring the fla- Tuesday, Sept. 26, Chef Michael after a workout. The bowls include vors of the French Riviera Fiorelli, Love & Salt, will serve his proteins such as scoops of crab Dhome by treating yourself to the Fig spicy cult-favorite Downlow meat and spicy crab meat, tuna and & Olive Cuisine of the French Burger, an elevated take on In-N- salmon. Mix in Poke Me’s popular Riviera cookbook and specially- Out Burger’s Double-Double fea- white onion, cucumber and cilantro priced olive oils. The upscale turing two black angus beef patties combination, and choose from 12 restaurant and bar serves seasonal topped with fontina cheese, unique sauces such as Mediterranean fare prepared with caramelized onions, house pickles shoyu, truffle ponzu, spicy chili, flavored olive oils. The cookbook and tomato aioli. The burger is also yuzu wasabi and cochujang. Poke is $25; olive oils are $8 for 375- available on the brunch menu at Me offers unlimited sauce and top- photo courtesy of curtisvision.com milliliter bottles and $10 for 500 Love & Salt. Mark your calendar ping mixtures, and the restaurant Shop twice a week now at the East Hollywood Farmers’ Market. milliliter bottles. 8490 Melrose for Tuesday, Oct. 17, when Chefs features a self-serve topping bar. Place, (310)360-9100. Chris Flint and Ashely Abodeely, of Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free The Nomad L.A., will make an ele- bowls are also available, as well as vated chicken burger with foie gras, gluten-free macaron ice cream. East Hollywood Certified Farmers’ Cocktailsn epic cocktail in party the is citycoming truffle mayo, frisée and pickled 1244 Westwood Blvd., (323)815- to Los Angeles on Saturday, shallots. The monthly guest chef 1566; 310 S. La Brea Ave., Ste. E, Market expands to Mondays ASept. 23 at The Majestic burger evening starts at 6 p.m.; (323)852-3572. The East Hollywood Certified Farmers’ Market on Sept. 18 launched Downtown. Representatives of each burger is $19. 1314 Seventh new operating hours on Mondays from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Metro Red approximately 30 bars and liquor St., (310)899-6900. Line Hollywood/Western station plaza. brands will create specialty drinks. The farmers market is located at the western edge of Thai Town at the Enjoy cocktails by bartenders from corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue. Fresh, locally Sassafras, Birds & Bees, Harvard Cleo opens more grown, certified produce and prepared foods are offered. & Stone, Hotel Figueroa, Otium, A project of the Thai Community Development Center, the market has been in operation since 2012. It is now open on Mondays and Thursdays Lono, The Wallace, The locationsuilding on the success of Cleo from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Prepared food booths feature El Salvadoran special- Peppermint Club, Redbird LA, Hollywood, a new Cleo restau- ties and beverages from Delmy’s Pupusas, and Korean fusion bowls from Normandie Club, Melrose rant has opened at L.A. Live and B Seoul Bowl. The market will be adding local artisan craft vendors and live Umbrella Company, No Vacancy, another will soon open on Third entertainment in the near future. Big Bar, and Wolf and Crane. Also Street. Cleo offers Chef Danny For information, visit ehfarmersmkt.com. included are interactive, themed Elmaleh’s modern twist on eastern pop-ups taking attendees to a and southern Mediterranean cui- bygone age of celebrity glamor. sine. Each location has a distinctive One bar will immerse guests in The look, and Cleo is synonymous with Beatles’ “White Album,” while glamour and sophistication. At the another will feature a Prohibition- Cleo L.A. Live, breakfast, Sunday era cabaret lounge. Visit pop-ups brunch, lunch and dinner are by Kye’s, Trejo’s Tacos and served, and the “After Dark” happy Bronzed Aussie on the mezzanine hour begins at 9 p.m. At Cleo level. Pose in a selfie booth and Hollywood, a Matthew Rolston- visit two Craft Spirits discovery designed space near Hollywood rooms. A special bar school will and Vine, the restaurant features an offer instructions on making classic old Hollywood décor with cocktails. Complimentary sodas Mediterranean charm. As an offi- and water are available from cial partner of The Pantages Seasons Soda and Topo Chico, as Theater, the restaurant offers exclu- well as non-alcoholic cocktails sive pre-theater and post-show din-

Sat. Oct. 21 18 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press back to SCHOOL ..... Get Ready for the Fall Semester!

Melrose Elementary seeks students Four Beverly Hills students named for expanded magnet campus Melrose Elementary Math- Distinction from the Magnet National Merit Scholarship semifinalists Science-Technology Magnet will Schools of America Association for Four Beverly Hills High School expand by five classrooms and 125 the past two years. seniors have been selected as semi- students in the 2018-2019 school The school’s student body is finalists in the 63rd annual year and is encouraging parents of diverse and over 14 languages are National Merit Scholarship prospective students to apply. The spoken on campus. Melrose Program – Jonathan Artal, Brian application period runs from Elementary holds family fun nights Harward, Jason Harward and October through mid-November. such as La Noche Latina and a Jamie Kim. They will now com- With a focus on project-based Korean BBQ night. Students also pete for 7,500 National Merit learning, engineering and using participate in the California Young Scholarships, worth more than $32 technology to enhance learning, Reader Medal and Engineering million, offered next spring. Melrose Elementary is one of the Design Challenge. These students were selected Los Angeles Unified School Families can apply beginning in from more than 1.6 million juniors District’s most popular magnet October at echoices.lausd.net. from 22,000 high schools nation- schools. It typically has 450 appli- Enrollment is determined through a wide, based on the results from the cations for approximately 62 lottery system. Although preference 2016 preliminary SAT/National spaces each year. is not given to families living near Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Melrose Elementary has a one- the school, they are encouraged to Semifinalists are the highest-scor- to-one technology program and apply. ing entrants in each state and repre- partnerships with Inner City Arts, The Melrose Math-Science- sent less than one percent of U.S. Hollywood Arts Council and Technology Magnet is located at high school seniors. Conga Kids. The campus was rec- 731 N. Detroit St. Visit melrose- ognized as a Magnet School of lausd-ca.schoolloop.com. They will now compete for 7,500 National Merit Grants help teachers offer Pacific photo courtesy of Beverly Hills School District Scholarships, worth BHHS Principal Mark Mead with National Merit Scholarship Standard Time: LA/LA instruction more than $32 million, Semifinalists Brian Harward, Jamie Kim, Jason Harward, Jonathan Artal The Los Angeles Unified School free use of buses for their students District Arts Education Branch is to visit a museum or gallery partic- offered next spring. and BHUSD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Bregy. partnering with the LA Promise ipating in the Pacific Standard Olympiad and swimming. She’s awards received. Semifinalists Fund to provide teachers with Time: LA/LA initiative. The ses- Artal serves as the student board interested in studying cognitive must also be endorsed by a high resources and professional devel- sions will take place on Saturday, member on the district’s board of science and neuroscience, and school official, write an essay and opment opportunities correspond- Oct. 7 and Saturday, Oct. 14 from 8 education. He is interested in pur- plans to go to medical school. earn SAT scores that confirm their ing with The Getty’s Pacific a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Esteban Torres suing a career in neuroscience. To become a National Merit outstanding performance on the Standard Time: LA/LA. High School library. To register, Twin brothers Brian and Jason Scholarship Finalist, students must qualifying test. Selected finalists Pacific Standard Time: email [email protected]. Harward are involved with the the submit an application detailing will be notified in February, and LA/LA,which launched on Sept. Participants will be taught high school newspaper, and play their academic record, school and the National Merit Scholarship 14, features events and exhibitions research-based instructional strate- varsity football and lacrosse. community activities, leadership winners will be announced of Latin American and Latino art gies for teaching the arts. Free Kim participates in Science abilities, employment, honors and between April and July of 2018. relating to Los Angeles. The exhi- copies of teacher resource guides bitions present an opportunity to will highlight Pacific Standard connect students with their identity Time: LA/LA exhibitions. The ses- and to strengthen the relationship sions will better enable teachers to between schools and museums. develop lesson plans. Professional development ses- As part of the Pacific Standard sions for secondary teachers in Time: LA/LA, LA Promise Fund grades 6-12 were created to help also created an education grant pro- instructors connect to the themes of gram for teachers with $500 to “Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA” $1,000 grants to support instruc- and to the arts in instruction. tion. Secondary teachers can attend ses- For information, visit lapromise- sions and are eligible to receive the fund.org/artsmatter.

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“L.A.’s Large st Select ion o f Floor Covering” 4849 Santa Monic a Blv d. • (323)469-0063 • wwwwwwww..linocityy..com 20 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Mother! is a visceral film you will love — or hate Upon leaving the theater, it’s hard true formula or structure. to immediately comprehend what “The same people who complain the major takeaways of the film that every film is exactly the same, “Mother!” are. and they’re all boring and they’re all In Hollywood, audiences have formula — the second you do some- grown used to a never-ending cycle thing weird, they go, ‘Whoa, whoa! of sequels and threequels of films By Jaclyn Cosgrove Hold on! Where’s my three-act about fast cars, robots and loveable structure?’” Aronofsky said. “This animated characters. Film critic Tim Posada is away from film was always designed to be If those are your genres of choice, something new for audiences and the office on paternity leave until late “Mother!” will either be a welcome something unexpected.” departure from predictability — or a September. Reporter Jaclyn Cosgrove Regardless of one’s views on the disgusting, confusing 121 minutes will review films until his return. film itself, it is hard to argue that of your life. people, with Bardem unwavering on Jennifer Lawrence isn’t spectacular “Mother!” follows a married cou- the couple’s need to welcome the in “Mother!” The camera largely courtesy of Paramount Pictures ple, consisting of a woman simply guests — even when they destroy focuses on Lawrence the entire film, Javier Bardem and Jennifer Lawrence in “Mother!” from Paramount named “Mother,” played by Jennifer the home, even when the police and for good reason. She helps the Pictures and Protozoa Pictures. Lawrence, and “Him,” played by show up, and even when Kristen audience feel her true fear, confu- Javier Bardem, living in a beautiful Wiig shows up and encourages peo- sion and frustration as no one, her worship of his fans. thinking about what they just saw. older home in the middle of ple to be shot in the head. Yes, husband included, seems to care that However, “Mother!” wasn’t It’s, at times, confusing, but at its nowhere. After the home burned Kristen Wiig. she really just wants a simple, pleas- intended to be a surface-level film. core, “Mother!” is a film that wants down, Lawrence rebuilds the home Overall, since its premiere at ant life. It’s a film that provides the audi- to force viewers to think about the for Bardem, a seemingly accom- Venice Film Festival, “Mother!” has Aronofsky wrote “Mother!” in ence with a blunt commentary on literal world they’re living in. plished poet and writer who’s strug- received mixed reviews. five days while experiencing what climate change, and how humans At a time when the country’s lead- gling to produce his next great Director Darren Aronofsky said he described as a “fever dream.” It’s are destroying their “Mother!” ers are rejecting the science of cli- novel. on the podcast “Kermode and a film that was written in a frenzy, Earth, wrecking the beautiful home mate change, it’s unsurprising that When uninvited guests show up, Mayo’s Film Review” that people and that carries over. she brings us — much like the beau- “Mother!” found its way into the- Lawrence wants them to leave, but complain about modern films lack- On its surface, “Mother!” is about tiful home that Lawrence’s character aters. Whether the audience picks up Bardem argues they should show ing depth, but then are critical when Lawrence trying to get her husband builds for her husband. on the cultural commentary as them kindness. This eventually a director attempts to create a movie to come back down to reality and “Mother!” is an intense, visceral Aronofsky hoped, however, is evolves into a mob of hundreds of like “Mother!” which follows no realize he’s wrapped up in the hero film that will leave its audience truly another story.

L.A. Theatre Works celebrates the NOW pursuit of justice at special event LEASING YOUR NEW HOME

L.A. Theatre Works kicks off its The evening, hosted by Hector 2017-18 season with a special one- Elizondo, will include a perfor- night-only event on Wednesday, mance of LATW’s 2016-17 Sept. 27, celebrating the pursuit of acclaimed national touring produc- justice. tion of “Judgment at Nuremberg” by The evening’s honoree is famed Abby Mann. attorney E. Randol Schoenberg, Tickets start at $175. The event who successfully litigated the return begins at 8 p.m. and is located at The of five Gustav Klimt paintings from Wallis at 9390 N. Santa Monica the Austrian government to the Blvd. For further details, call rightful heirs, as featured in the film (310)827-0889 or go to “Woman in Gold,” starring Helen www.latw.org. Mirren.

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CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

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

LOCATIONS: CITYWIDE, West Hollywood, California

REQUEST: Amendment to the West Hollywood Zoning Ordinance to tran- sition approval authority of extended hour businesses from a minor conditional use permit to a Business License Commission hearing, and amendment to the fee resolution for

Across 70. Kind of cut Fiscal Year 2017-18 to add a new business license fee. The 1. Mount Blanc, for one 71. Seed cover amendment to the fee resolution and accompanying justifica- 4. It comes before “while” 72. Irritate tion documents outline the new fee. 8. Badger 14. X-Men co-creator Stan Down PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits. 15. Ad headline 1. Nearly 16. Join up 2. Skydiver, at first APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood 17. Certain degs. 3. Former Spanish currency 18. Hospital directive 4. Biblical birthright seller TIME/PLACE Monday, October 2, 2017 19. “To do” list 5. Grate OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. 20. Get some fresh air or get a system 6. Creamy salad going? 7. Not so hot West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – 23. Words with “new world record” 8. Soccer maneuver Council Chambers 24. Worker bee 9. Long-haired rabbit 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard 25. Bond class 10. Lot West Hollywood, CA 90069 29. Military greenhorn 11. Breaks a commandment 34. “Three cheers’’ recipient 12. “Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds” ZONES: Citywide 36. Croquet site subject, reportedly 37. Communicating vacation vistas 13. Pilot’s announcement, for short 44. Demonstrate 21. Miss Bobbsey ENVIRONMENTAL 45. Nero wear 22. Silent approval STATUS: Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental 46. Legally seize 26. Taoist energy Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15061 (Review for 50. Stingy person 27. Egg protector Exemption). 55. Nifty 28. Unit of work 57. Creamy middled cookie 30. Kind of shot 58. They contain continual updates 31. Waterproofing material The staff report 63. Unruffled 32. Farm mother will be available on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at City 65. Recherche 33. “Star Trek” rank, abbr. Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente 66. Pie-mode filling 35. Make a choice Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org 67. Radio antenna 37. Air setting at the service sta. 68. Snappy 38. Physics law IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those 69. Turkey part 39. Be soaking wet issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood City Council, via the Community Development 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 special 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.

For further information contact Jackie Rocco, Business Development Manager at [email protected], or Brant Birkeland, Economic Development Analyst at bbirke- [email protected], in the Economic Development Department at (323) 848-6429. A Thai monk performed a blessing for a new statue in Thai Town in this photograph from the June 21, 2007 issue of the Park Labrea Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk News and Beverly Press. The statue of a mythical figure, Aponsi, was installed near Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue, offi- cially marking the western entrance to Thai Town. On Saturday, rep- resentatives of the Thai Community Development Center will host a Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- special event to show the public new possibilities for improvements тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- along the six-block stretch of Hollywood between Western and Normandie avenues in Thai Town. For information, see page 1. 6826. 22 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

the Chicano community to activism momentous to present this photo- archive’s most compelling and pow- Chicano news photography and to reimagine concepts of citizen- graphic archive — one that contin- erful images, the collection invites ry. ues to resonate today—as part of analysis of the photographers’ aes- “We are proud to share this pow- ‘Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA,’ thetic strategies as well as the inter- exhibit opens at the Autry erful, first-hand account of an impor- further underscoring the influence of disciplinary format in which they are tant yet under-represented move- the Chicano Movement and its situated. ment in the Civil Rights era,” W. artists on the cultural and societal The Autry is located at 4700 Richard West, Jr., Autry president fabric of the American West.” Western Heritage Way. For more and CEO, said. “It is especially Featuring more than 200 of the information, visit theautry.org.

CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood City Council will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item:

LOCATIONS: CITYWIDE, West Hollywood, California

REQUEST: Amendment to the West Hollywood Zoning Ordinance to add future occupant windows and doors only, improved commercial tenant spaces windows and doors only, and individual commercial tenant spaces windows and doors only, to the existing list of temporary sign types.

PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits.

APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood

Courtesy of Maria Varela TIME/PLACE Monday, October 2, 2017 A young Chicanita hawks La Raza newspapers at the Poor People’s OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. Campaign, Washington, D.C. May-July in 1986. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Between 1967 and 1977, the of “LA RAZA.” The event is includ- Council Chambers Chicano newspaper-turned-maga- ed in museum admission and free for 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard zine La Raza both witnessed and Autry members. To RSVP, visit West Hollywood, CA 90069 participated in the struggle for social theautry.org. justice as it unfolded across Los Before the seminar, Turquoise, Angeles and into the world beyond. Copper, Shell and Silver members ZONES: Citywide Marking the 50th anniversary of can participate in the “Morning at the publication’s founding, and the Museum” program for a light ENVIRONMENTAL drawing from a previously inacces- breakfast and a curator-led tour of sible archive of more than 25,000 the exhibition from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. STATUS: Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental images recently gifted to UCLA’s Space is limited. To RSVP, call Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15061 (Review Chicano Studies Research Center, (323)495-4380 or email memberin- for Exemption). the exhibition “LA RAZA” opened [email protected]. Sept. 16 at the Autry Museum of the “LA RAZA,” which runs until American West in Griffith Park. Feb. 10, is part of the Getty-led On Oct. 15, photographers fea- Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA ini- The staff report will be available on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at City tured in the exhibition will discuss tiative. “LA RAZA” contributes to Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente their work through the lens of today, the exploration of Latino art and examining their role and the maga- identity in dialogue with the city of Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org zine’s place during a tumultuous Los Angeles. period of American history. The editors of “La Raza” adopted IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only Featuring photographers Devra a groundbreaking format in which those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in Weber, Raul Ruiz, and Joe Razo, the photojournalism combined with art, panel will be led by Amy Scott, the satire, poetry and political commen- this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Autry’s chief curator and co-curator tary in order to organize and inspire City Council, via the Community Development Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. Cedars-Sinai Medical Group prepares To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening for Fall Prevention Awareness Day Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require spe- Cedars-Sinai Medical Group will said Dr. Sonja Rosen, a geriatrician cial assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing offer increased access to compre- at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center. impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the hensive falls assessments for Falls “Seniors who have fallen – or are City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City Prevention Awareness Day on Sept. afraid they will – should get a com- TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. 22. prehensive risk assessment from a Every year, millions of senior cit- geriatrician, who can determine the izens fall – threatening their health, causes of their falls and give them a Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provid- independence and even their lives. treatment plan.” ed upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to Fall injuries make up $31 billion Research shows that effective annually in medical expenses, which interventions reduce the frequent the meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO is expected to rise as 10,000 people falling rate of older patients by 30 to (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net in the U.S. turn 65 every day. 40 percent. “The best medical treatment for To schedule an assessment with a ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to injuries from falls is to prevent them geriatrician at Cedars-Sinai, call from happening in the first place,” (310)385-3511. express their opinion in this matter. Linkin Park hosts special Hollywood Bowl show For further information contact Jackie Rocco, Business Development Manager at [email protected], or Brant Birkeland, Economic Development Analyst at Linkin Park will play a show in The individual band members [email protected], in the Economic Development Department at (323) 848- honor of their bandmate, Chester will contribute their fees from the Bennington. The one-night-only event to Music For Relief’s One 6429. celebration will take place at the More Light Fund in memory of Hollywood Bowl on Friday, Oct. Bennington. Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk 27. General tickets go on sale Friday, The singular event marks the first Sept. 22. For information, visit link- time the five members will perform inpark.com. on stage together since Bennington If you or someone you know is Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- died by suicide July 20. The band having thoughts of suicide, please will also be joined by a number of call the National Suicide Prevention тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- other artists to honor Bennington. Lifeline at (800)273-8255. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 September 21, 2017

Zoo awarded for work with endangered California condors The Association of Zoos and Aquariums recently announced that the Los Angeles Zoo received the association’s 2017 North American Conservation Award for its California Condor Bi-national Recovery and Reintroduction Program. “We are very proud and honored to be recognized with this presti- gious award,” said Los Angeles Zoo Director John Lewis. “California condors represent a classic example of modern zoos’ photo by Edwin Folven commitment to conserving species at risk.” The annual award recognizes exceptional efforts toward regional Tour The Ebell of Los Angeles at habitat preservation, species restoration and support of biodi- photo by Tad Motoyama champagne open house versity in the wild. For the first The Ebell of Los Angeles will together for our philanthropies, pro- time, top winners in the North Bi-national Recovery and the Oregon Zoo, Santa Barbara open its doors to the public at a grams and projects,” said Ebell of American Conservation category Reintroduction Program. They are Zoo, Oakland Zoo, Phoenix Zoo “Champagne Open House” on Los Angeles president Loyce also received $25,000 to support saving animals from extinction.” and Chapultepec Zoo, non-govern- Sunday, Sept. 24 from 3 to 5 p.m. Braun. “We are excited to welcome initiatives through support from In the early 1980s, scientists mental organizations and U.S. and The building is a national, state visitors and encourage open house the Arthur L. and Elaine V. counted only 22 California con- Mexican wildlife officials — and city landmark, and was desig- guests to explore this beautiful Johnson Foundation. dors left in the world. The U.S. worked to increase the numbers of nated as an Official American building and become part of our “This award highlights the cru- Fish and Wildlife Service asked condors, release them back into Treasure. Guests will toast the community and legacy.” cial work aquariums and zoos are the Los Angeles Zoo and San their ancestral habitat and monitor Ebell’s mission as it celebrates 123 The Ebell is dedicated to service, doing to help save threatened and Diego Zoo Global to help safe- and manage the population in zoos years as a club for women, and 90 philanthropy and education. The endangered animals within our guard the species to save it from and the wild. There are now more years on Wilshire Boulevard. club supports 10 charities serving own backyards,” said AZA imminent extinction. All remain- than 450 condors, with 275 living Visitors can view rooms where women and children, and awards President and CEO Dan Ashe. ing wild condors were brought to in the wild in California, Arizona, scenes from “La La Land,” “Forrest nearly 80 college scholarships “The team at Los Angeles Zoo and the two zoos, causing the species Utah and Baja California, Mexico. Gump,” “Mad Men,” “Gilmore annually. Attendees will learn about their partners are leaders in con- to be extinct in the wild for the first The Los Angeles Zoo is located Girls” and “American Idol” were the club’s committees and ways to serving North American wildlife, time in its 10,000-year history. at 5333 Zoo Drive. In Griffith filmed, and walk the courtyard gar- get involved. protecting California condors and Over the next three decades, the Park. For information, call den, which is a setting for wed- The Ebell’s programming fea- our natural heritage through the program’s partners — including (323)644-4200, or visit lazoo.org. dings, bar mitzvahs and special tures speakers in the civic and cul- events. The tour includes the tural fields. The club’s founding by Wilshire Ebell Theatre – one of Los women in 1894 was inspired by Dr. Angeles’ only Broadway-style the- Adrian Ebell, a professor from aters – which has a 1,270 seating Yale, who believed in higher educa- LA Phil performs capacity. Vintage fashions and art- tion for women. work by Ebell members will also be The Ebell of Los Angeles is on display. located at 4400 Wilshire Blvd. at free concert at “Our membership is our most the corner of Wilshire and Lucerne precious asset – members learning boulevards. To RSVP, call First from each other, enjoying each (323)931-1277 ext. 131, or email other’s company and working [email protected]. Congregational Church The Los Angeles Philharmonic presents a free chamber music concert on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 4 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of photo courtesy of NHM Los Angeles. The concert, which is part of the LA Phil’s “Neighborhood Concert” series, features works Enjoy Jurassic fun at by Mozart, Haydn and Schubert. It includes a performance by LA Dino Fest this weekend Phil musicians Nathan Cole, This fall, the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County brings the Akiko Tarumoto, Ingrid Hutman world of dinosaurs to life with the second annual Dino Fest, a weekend fes- and Brent Samuel, as well as a tival celebrating dinosaurs big, small and everything in between. quartet from Youth Orchestra This festival, taking place from Sept. 23-24, will give dinosaur enthusi- Los Angeles featuring Fabiola asts of all ages an inside look at the work of paleontologists, and how artists Marinero, Jacob Molina, Hannah and filmmakers use science to create pop culture beasts. Esquivel and Jackie Rodriguez. With talks, performances, tours, hands-on activities and special speci- The “Neighborhood Concerts” mens on view, Dino Fest aims to engage guests through scientific discov- series is held in churches, com- ery and contemporary interpretations. World-renowned paleontologists munity centers and other venues will be on hand, and notable partner organizations will share their dino in an effort to make music more expertise at hands-on booths. The weekend will showcase dinosaur-related accessible to people throughout activities and experts “In the Field,” “In the Lab,” “In the Collections” and the city. First Congregational “In Pop Culture.” Church of Los Angeles is located Admission is $12 for adults, $9 for students and seniors, and $5 for chil- at 540 Commonwealth Ave. For dren. Museum members and children ages 2 and under will be admitted free. information, call (213)355-5237, The museum is located at 900 Exposition Blvd. For information, visit or visit laphil.com. nhm.org/dinofest. Learn to help people with Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles community about Alzheimer’s dis- tive impairment and raises funds is seeking participants for a ease and brain health. Alzheimer’s and advocates for services and “Speaker’s Bureau Volunteer Greater Los Angeles provides sup- research. Training” session on Monday, Sept. port and education to people with Alzheimer’s Greater Los 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s disease and related Angeles is located at 4221 Wilshire organization’s office in the Miracle disorders, their families and care- Blvd., Ste. 400. Registration is Mile. givers. The organization also edu- required. Registration is required; Learn how to provide presenta- cates the community on how to call Kimiko Kelly at (323)930- tions and raise awareness in the reduce the risk for late-life cogni- 6257, or email [email protected]. 24 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Fountain Theatre will donate portion of ticket sales from Katrina-set ‘Runaway Home’ to Hurricane Harvey relief

The Fountain Theatre will donate a portion of all ticket sales from its upcoming production of “Runaway Home” to the Houston Food Bank. “Runaway Home” is set during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. “‘Runaway Home’ is about the people of New Orleans rebuilding their lives after Katrina,” Fountain co-artistic director Stephen Sachs said. “The play puts a human face on citizens rebounding from the hurri- cane and flooding, and the govern- ment’s role (and inefficiency) in that recovery. With so many homes destroyed and families struggling after Hurricane Harvey, the play could not be more timely.” photo by Ed Krieger A new play about the power of Maya Lynne Robinson and Camille Spirlin perform in “Runaway Home.” photo by Johan Persson community, “Runaway Home” is set in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward Ashley Shaw in Matthew Bourne’s production of “The Red Shoes.” In addition to contributing to the relief, climate change and social three years after Katrina. In the play, Houston Food Bank, the Fountain action available in the lobby and 14-year-old runaway Kali embarks will make materials about disaster schedule a series of post-show dis- on a journey to pick through the cussions. ‘The Red Shoes’ to be performed at wreckage of what used to be her life, “Runaway Home” is directed by rhyming, stealing and scamming her “The play puts a Shirley Jo Finney and stars Leith Ahmanson Theatre until October way through the still-destroyed human face on cit- Burke, Jeris Lee Poindexter, neighborhood. Acclaimed choreographer Orson Welles and Martin Scorsese. izens rebounding Armando Rey, Maya Lynne While the rest of the country’s Robinson, Camille Spirlin, Brian Matthew Bourne returns to the Herrmann created a variety of pieces attention drifts away from from the hurricane Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand that range from the witty and play- Tichnell and Karen Malina White. Louisiana, the community’s resi- and flooding, and Performances are scheduled Ave. with his production of “The fully robust to the achingly romantic dents are left to repair the damage Red Shoes,” which runs through and bittersweet. the government’s Saturdays at 8.p.m., Sundays at 2 from the inside out. Playwright p.m. and Mondays at 8 p.m. through Oct. 1. “We are thrilled to open the 2017- Jeremy J. Kamps was inspired by his A beloved fairy tale and Academy 2018 season of ‘Glorya Kaufman role (and ineffi- Nov. 5. experiences volunteering in New ciency) in that Tickets range from $20 to $40, Award-winning movie, “The Red Presents Dance at The Music Orleans two years after Katrina, Shoes” has seduced audiences and Center’ with Matthew Bourne’s and every Monday night is pay- stripping homes to the studs to recovery.” what-you-want. A portion of all tick- inspired generations of dancers with ‘The Red Shoes,’” said Rachel remove mold. its tale of obsession, possession and Moore, president and CEO of The et sales will be donated to the The Houston Food Bank is a non- Stephen Sachs Houston Food Bank. one girl’s dream to be the greatest Music Center. “Matthew has been profit organization providing food Fountain Theatre dancer in the world. Victoria Page an extraordinary force in the dance For more information and to pur- and supplies for people affected by Co-artistic director chase tickets, call (323)663-1525, or lives to dance, but her ambitions world. His new interpretation of one Hurricane Harvey. become a battleground between the of the greatest films about ballet, one visit FountainTheatre.com. two men who inspire her passion. that highlights the poignant theme of Bourne’s magical new adaptation love vs. art, still resonates with audi- of the legendary Michael Powell and ences today.” Emeric Pressburger 1948 film Bourne is a five-time Olivier reunites him with his regular collab- Award winner and the only British orators and New Adventures director to have won the Tony Award Associate Artists who created for both Best Choreographer and “Sleeping Beauty,” Lez Brotherston Best Director of a Musical. (set and costumes), Paule Constable “Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance (lighting) and Paul Groothuis at The Music Center” is one of the (sound). leading presenters of dance on the “The Red Shoes” is set to a new West Coast. The celebrated series score arranged by New Adventures offers significant works by presti- Associate Artist Terry Davies using gious ballet and contemporary dance the mesmerizing music of classic artists from around the world. Hollywood composer Bernard For more information and to buy Herrmann, most famous for his col- tickets, visit centertheatregroup.org. laborations with Alfred Hitchcock, Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 September 21, 2017

CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Smoking crackdown continues PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE From page 1 might have trouble quitting, or at NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood least changing their smoking habits Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to con- to stay within the law. sider the following item: The ordinance calls for a ban on smoking in common areas of multi- unit residences beginning Jan. 1. LOCATIONS: 1141 N. DETROIT STREET, Common areas include courtyards, West Hollywood, California lobbies, hallways and parking lots. Landlords would also have to REQUEST: Applicant is requesting to demol- remove ash trays or cigarette-dis- ish all existing structures on-site, posing receptacles from common and construct a new three-story, areas. five-unit condominium building Then there would be a period of up to one-year to phase in the law with subterranean parking, and for tenants with existing leases, and rooftop deck. up to two years for owners of units, according to its original draft. PERMIT(S): Demolition Permit, Development Council amended it to make the photo by Gregory Cornfield Permit, Subdivision Permit, and implementation no longer than one A local resident who works in Beverly Hills, pictured days before new any other required permits. year for both, meaning the ordi- sidewalk smoking regulations went into effect in May, is among those nance would take full effect on Jan. affected by the city’s new efforts to curb smoking. APPLICANT(S): 1, 2019. Margaret Taylor, Apex LA Councilman Les Friedman, who has asthma, said secondhand smoke ulations. in 20 feet of open-air dining, and in TIME/PLACE Thursday, October 5, 2017 from a neighbor exacerbated his The ordinance defines multi-unit public rights-of-way such as side- OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. symptoms when he was a child. residences as a residential property walks, alleyways and streets, West Hollywood Park Public “It is an imposition on others with at least two units on the same except while passing by. Meeting Room – when people smoke in their condo- lot – and at least one of them is Councilman John Mirisch said at Council Chambers miniums,” he said. available for rent. Hotels are the time that smoke-free accommo- The city’s Code Compliance pro- exempt from the ordinance. In May, dations would be just as appealing 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard gram would likely be responsible when the council passed a set of to plenty of others, and this week, West Hollywood, CA 90069 for enforcing the new regulations. restrictions for smoking in public, he didn’t rule out enacting hotel The city will also pay approximate- some of the city’s hotel owners smoking regulations in the future. ZONES: R3C (Residential, Multi-Family ly $7,500 to $10,000 for public out- were concerned that the crackdown “I lean toward, at some point, Medium Density) reach tactics such as mailers and would dissuade some visitors from banning it,” he said, referring to newspaper advertisements to staying in Beverly Hills. The laws it tobacco usage citywide. “This is a ENVIRONMENTAL inform residents about the new reg- adopted then banned smoking with- long time coming.” STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Envi- ronmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15332 (In- JVSLA hosts fall fundraiser in Hollywood Fill Development Project) JVSLA hosted its fall fundraiser, An Evening at Madame Tussauds, The staff report will be available on Thursday, Septem- on Sept. 16. ber 28, 2017, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boule- The event was costume-optional, vard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and offered guests themed cuisine, and on-line at www.weho.org hosted bars and dance from 10 p.m. until midnight with DJ BSTANG. All of the proceeds from the IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be lim- evening will support JVS Programs ited to raising only those issues you or someone else serving veterans and at risk youth. raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or JVSLA is a nonprofit that assists in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hol- those dealing with workplace dis- lywood Planning Commission, via the Community De- crimination or suffering in the after- velopment Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. math of the Great Recession. Since its founding in 1931, the To comply with the organization has continually adapt- American with Disabilities Act of ed and expanded its services to 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available address the evolving needs of the for checkout at the meeting. If you require special as- workforce, responding to econom- sistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for ic, social and cultural changes with photo courtesy of JVSLA the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your re- innovative programs and partner- quest in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) ships. 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The By empowering people to it enhances the quality of life for munity. become economically independent, individuals, families and the com- For information, visit jvsla.org. City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- portation) may be provided upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the Santiago among local leaders calling for housing reform meeting. For information on public transportation, call The state Legislature’s passage The Los Angeles Unified place to live,” Santiago said. 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to of a historic package of bills School District has reported at “Housing should be a right ensur- intended to target the lack of hous- least 16,000 homeless students ing that any person who tries hard, www.metro.net ing in the state includes Assembly enrolled this year. works hard, and plays by the rules Bill 72 and a number of other mea- A March 2015 report by the has the ability to sleep with a roof ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said sures authored or co-authored by state’s non-partisan Legislative over their head.” Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. Assemblyman Miguel Santiago Analyst’s Office concluded that AB 72 appropriates funds to the (D-Los Angeles). the state would need to build mil- California Department of Housing For further information contact Jennifer Alkire, AICP, “It makes no sense – no sense – lions more homes – including and Community Development to Senior Planner, in the Community Development Depart- that we are the sixth largest econ- more than a million in Los more effectively enforce the state’s omy in the nation and yet we have Angeles County alone – to keep current housing laws and regula- ment at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: people who live on the streets in housing prices in line with the rest tions. Other measures in the Bring [email protected] California because they cannot of the country. Those million con- California Home housing package afford a place to live,” Santiago struction starts would only just include, among other things, a $4 Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk said. “I represent Skid Row, and meet the population’s demands for billion housing bond announced the faces of people living there housing. Furthermore, in many by Assembly Speaker Anthony have changed over the years. cities, vacancy rates have dropped Rendon (D-Lakewood) and Senate Now, amongst the 8,000 people dramatically due to the lack of new President pro Tempore Kevin de living in homelessness in that construction, making it difficult Leon (D-Los Angeles), $1 billion Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- area, we see young families and for individuals, students, seniors to extend the CalVet Home Loan екта. Для дополнительной информации small children who cannot afford and families to find a place to live Program which is set to expire a house, an apartment, or even a close to their schools or jobs. soon, and a measure to spur pro- на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. garage where they can lay their “Housing should not be for the duction of housing on infill sites head at night.” privileged few who can afford a around public transportation. 26 September 21, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Thai Town considers improvements LACMA exhibit part of From page 1 Pacific Standard Time dead space and encourage more From page 3 facade of LACMA’s Broad pedestrian activity.” Contemporary Art Museum and During the past year, the Thai Wallis Annenberg director. “With features palm trees and cutouts that CDC conducted research on most of the featured works pro- frame existing palms planted on potential improvements using a duced just this year, this exhibition Wilshire Boulevard. Naufus $10,000 grant from Mayor Eric presents a unique opportunity to Ramirez-Figueroa created a series Garcetti’s Great Streets experience artworks created by in which actors will enage with Challenge initiative. The research U.S. Latino and Latin American props from a play titled “El corazón included an informal traffic study artists today.” del espantapájaros (Heart of the to determine the number of peo- Also included in the exhibit is a Scarecrow).” In two related series, ple who cross the intersections video titled “Project 24: Variations Angela Bonadies explores three being considered for improve- on ‘House Taken Over’” and murals painted in Los Angeles by ments, as well as inquiries about Vincent Ramos’ “Ruins Over artist David Alfaro Siqueiros. what residents and visitors would Visions or Searchin’ For My Lost “NuMu” is located on the north- like to see improved in Thai Shaker of Salt (Ante Drawing ern portion of the LACMA campus Town. Martorell said many peo- Room).” Additionally, a project by near the Lynda and Stewart Resnick ple indicated they don’t feel safe Argentinean artists Dolores Zinny Pavilion. LACMA is located at crossing Hollywood Boulevard and Juan Maidagan titled “Word by 5905 Wilshire Blvd. For informa- without traffic signals. Others photo by Edwin Folven Word: Décor for Distance” includes tion, call (323)857-6010, or visit said they would like to have A statue of a mythical figure known as Aponsi is located near the cor- a banner that covers the south lacma.org. more cultural amenities. ner of Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue, the western gate- “[We conducted] community way to Thai Town. The Thai Community Development Center is hold- asset mapping of the types of ing an event on Saturday to explore other cultural amenities and infra- amenities we have and what we structure that could be included in the area. are lacking,” Martorell said. Energy options in WeHo “That way, we can share the data From page 1 Los Angeles County has assumed with businesses and with the city Department substation, some- Angelenos from all over the city. all risks, costs and liability associated as well to better understand what thing Martorell said many peo- I want to make every street in the become one of the largest commu- with the Community Choice is possible.” ple would like to see permanent- 13th District more vibrant and nity choice energy programs in Energy’s startup and implementation The pop-up event will be held ly in the area. The owner of the safer for everyone,” O’Farrell California, likely offering member and has dedicated staff for program at the Thailand Plaza, a building Thailand Plaza has offered to said. “I recently funded the cities low energy rates and clean administration. with a market, restaurants and donate free space for a police Hollywood-Western Streetscape energy options. The program is expected to launch other businesses fronting substation, she said. Project in East Hollywood that At previous council meetings, its first phase of implementation in Hollywood Boulevard. Martorell Parking spaces in front of the will have a lasting, permanent concerns were raised that West county buildings in January, fol- said Thailand Plaza at 5321 Thailand Plaza will also be con- effect for all who live or visit Hollywood’s voice would not be as lowed by commercial, industrial and Hollywood Blvd. is the symbolic verted into mini-parks during the along this historic corridor.” prominent in a countywide program. non-county municipal accounts in center of Thai Town. Different event, offering space for people Martorell said the improve- Mayor John Heilman said at an the second quarter of 2018. All other activities will be held in the to sit and relax. ments may cost $25,000 to Aug. 9 meeting that the city would accounts are expected to be brought plaza’s stalls. Four stalls will be “Our overall goal is to get $50,000, and a funding source still be able to ally with other like- online by the end of next year. covered with a mural that could feedback to see if folks will sup- has not been identified. But that minded cities to promote its thoughts Los Angeles County will pay up to be replicated in Thai Town. The port these enhancements,” is not deterring the Thai CDC, and concerns in a larger program. $10 million to finance the initial costs other spaces will feature Thai Martorell added. “If so, we can which has transformed the area “If we’re going to go this route, the to establish and implemented the desserts, a painting demonstra- proceed to apply for a build-out into the center of the Thai com- only route that is available to us right choice energy program, and “no tion, crafts sponsored by the grant. munity in Los Angeles. now is the county’s,” Heilman said in financial contribution will be Tourism Authority of Thailand, a Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, “We hope people will come August. “As somebody who is skep- required from member cities,” a West massage demonstration, Thai 13th District, said he is interest- out and enjoy the enhance- tical of the county, because that’s Hollywood staff report notes. classical music, health screen- ed in hearing ideas the commu- ments,” Martorell added. “We why we became a city … I also feel Because West Hollywood isn’t ings and a photo booth. nity has for the area. hope they will check out Thai that they’re probably the way to go required to make any upfront pay- One stall will be designated as “Thai Town has a thriving Town and enjoy the cultural for us. They have committed a cer- ments, city staff said in a report that a Los Angeles Police restaurant scene that attracts offerings.” tain amount of resources, they have they believe joining the community the expertise that has been devel- choice energy program will pose lim- oped.” ited, if any, financial risk to the city.

WeHoThe city of Westhonored Hollywood a for thorough its presentation financial of the cal managementreporting policies. The was honored by the Government city’s financial condition. In city, with its diverse revenue Legislature’s housing crisis reform Finance Officers Association of order to be awarded a Certificate base, recovered more quickly Six bills in the state Legislature renter households and 84 percent of the United States and with of Achievement, the highest form from the 2008 recession than aimed at addressing California’s renters spend more than one-third of a Certificate of Achievement for of recognition in the area of gov- most cities in the nation and affordable housing crisis were their income on housing. California Excellence in Financial Reporting ernmental accounting and report- receives top ratings from agen- approved by the Assembly and houses 20 percent of the nation’s for its Comprehensive Annual ing, a government must publish cies such as Standard & Poor’s. Senate last week. The bills, part of a homeless and homeless counts have Financial Report for the Fiscal an easily readable and efficiently The city also maintains an implied larger package of reforms to reduce risen dramatically this year. Year that ended June 30, 2016. organized report, which must sat- general obligation bond rating of the cost of housing authored by a More alarming, the California This is the 23rd consecutive isfy both generally accepted ‘AAA’ which has been reaffirmed coalition of legislators in both cham- Department of Housing and year that the city has achieved accounting principles and applic- by S&P. bers of the Legislature, would pro- Community Development reports this recognition. able legal requirements. To access West Hollywood’s vide significant funding and improve that 80 percent of extremely low- The city’s financial report is a The city of West Hollywood archives of Comprehensive zoning and permitting laws to expe- income residents and 30 percent of set of detailed financial state- has consistently received high Annual Financial Reports, visit dite affordable housing construction. all renters spend more than 50 per- ments, which are accompanied by marks for sound general and fis- www.weho.org/financials. According to a report by the cent of their income on housing, far McKinsey Global Institute, virtually out-pacing every other state in the none of California’s moderate nation. income, low income and very-low Despite the troubling numbers, income households can afford the California has reduced funding for County provides resources during cost of their housing. California affordable housing by 69 percent ranks 49th in the nation for housing since 2008 and little has been done to units per capita and is short by about untangle the overwhelming clutter of SuicideThe Los Angeles Prevention County free and confidential Month assistance During September and 2 million units. The Census Bureau zoning and permitting laws. Board of Supervisors observed from trained counselors. October, the Los Angeles recently revealed that about 20 per- Suicide Awareness Week According to data from the County Department of Mental cent of Californians live in poverty, through Sept. 16 by disseminat- Los Angeles County Department Health is promoting suicide more than any other state, despite Answers From Page 21 ing information about resources of Public Health, over 800 Los awareness and prevention in California having the sixth largest available for people contemplat- Angeles County residents die by partnership with hip-hop radio economy in the world. A leading ing suicide. suicide each year. The number is station Power 106. The integrat- cause of the high poverty rate is the The board stressed that suicide higher than annual deaths by ed campaign targets Latinos and continuous rise in housing costs and is preventable with education homicides, unintentional drug African Americans to educate the lack of available housing. and intervention, and urges any- overdoses and vehicular acci- them about warning signs of sui- Data revealed by the California one struggling with thoughts of dents. Additionally, an average cide and how to get help. Online Housing Consortium (a non-partisan suicide, or who knows a loved of 11 people a day are hospital- videos featuring personal stories advocate for the production and one who is, to call the Suicide ized for suicide attempts, and an of suicide survivors can be preservation of housing affordable to Prevention Lifeline at (800)273- average of eight people per day viewed by visiting low- and moderate-income TALK. Help is also available by require treatment related to sui- youtube.com/LACDMH. Californians) reveals that California visiting suicidepreventionlife- cide attempts in emergency For information, visit has a shortfall of 1.7 million units for line.org, which offers 24-hour rooms in Los Angeles County. dmh.lacounty.gov. extremely low and very-low income Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 September 21, 2017

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