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Volume 31 No. 29 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities July 22, 2021 COVID-19 mandate further West Hollywood approves hotel ordinance n Council votes 4-1 to complicates decisions in BH establish hotel worker protections n Officials ‘continue’ on, but questions linger By AAron Blevins By AAron Blevins met on the heels of an announce- ment by the Los Angeles County Hotel employees in West The city of Beverly Hills sudden- Department of Public Health that Hollywood will likely have new ly found itself playing a game of masks are again required in all protections at their workplaces in “Red Light, Green Light” with its indoor public places, with some the near future after the City response to the ever-evolving exceptions. Council voted 4-1 on Monday to COVID-19 pandemic, as city offi- During its study session, the approve a proposed hospitality cials grappled with how to proceed council unanimously approved workers ordinance. in the face of uncertainty during spending $400,000 on “Holiday It requires hotels to offer per- meetings on July 15. Helpers,” the Rodeo Drive The Beverly Hills City Council sonal security devices to employ- See BOLD page 21 ees, provides employees the “right to recall” and worker retention photo courtesy of UNITE HERE Local 11 protections, establishes worker Hotel workers with UNITE HERE Local 11 protested outside West training protocols, and creates workload and compensation stan- Hollywood City Hall prior to Monday’s vote on the hotel ordinance. dards. Championed by Mayor Lindsey However, opponents say the it’s on the backs of our businesses Horvath, Councilwoman Sepi ordinance was put together hastily and our workers,” Morrill said, Shyne and UNITE HERE Local with little outreach at a time when adding that the hotels will figure 11, the ordinance further estab- hotels are already suffering. out how to operate under the new lishes the city’s commitment to West Hollywood Chamber of ordinance. “But, it won’t help the social justice and respect and sup- Commerce President and CEO workers.” port for all people, one of the Genevieve Morrill said the cham- During Monday’s meeting, city city’s core values, Horvath said. ber is “highly disappointed” with staff requested that the City “I am thrilled to see our city pri- the outcome and that the vote was Council give them direction on oritizing a working relationship “disgraceful.” She said the ordi- several elements of the ordinance. photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills with our workers and protections nance approval was politically- For the “right to recall” and for our frontline hospitality work- With COVID-19 cases rising and mask mandates reinstated, organizers motivated. worker retention portion, council ers,” she said. “It’s really unfortunate because are unsure how to proceed with events such as BOLD Holidays. See Ordinance page 21 Ruling on U.S. Private Vaults Program expands to fight hunger in Hollywood n Vine Street facility unlocks hope for customers enables nonprofits to n Seized items to be March 22 and confiscated the distribute more food contents of more than 400 boxes. returned to some The federal government has filed property owners a criminal complaint against U.S. By edwin folven Private Vaults Inc., a Nevada- A grassroots nonprofit formed in By edwin folven based company, but has not 2020 by the Central Hollywood charged its owner or any employ- Neighborhood Council to ensure A federal judge ruled on July ees, or any of the individual box homebound seniors received gro- 16 that the federal government holders. Authorities said U.S. ceries during the pandemic has cannot keep property belonging Private Vaults was involved in expanded to offer food to more to two individuals who had three separate conspiracies to people. stored cash and valuables at U.S. violate federal law, but they have Hollywood Harvest is now oper- Private Vaults in Beverly Hills, not offered specifics. The federal ating in a space at 1235 Vine St. in which FBI agents raided in warrant authorizing the search partnership with the Hollywood March. remains sealed. Food Coalition. The coalition uses While the ruling was viewed as Robert Frommer, an attorney the site to store food and distribute photo by Edwin Folven positive, according to an attorney with the national nonprofit it to other nonprofits, which in turn Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, second from right, joined members of the representing the two property Institute for Justice, called the sit- gives the food to their clients. Central Hollywood Neighborhood Council and the Hollywood Chamber owners, it still does not mean uation a “cash grab” by the gov- Volunteers deliver the food to of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting at a new food distribution space. they will be getting their property ernment. The Institute for Justice homebound seniors. back anytime soon. It also does has filed lawsuits on behalf of Los Angeles City Councilman not answer the question of what seven people who had items Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, mutual interests. There is nothing President Elvina Beck, Vice will happen to property belong- stored at U.S. Private Vaults. On joined members of the Central more important than helping people President Ferris Wehbe and Board ing to hundreds of others who July 16, U.S. District Judge R. Hollywood Neighborhood Council, in need with their food insecurities Member Louis Abramson started stored items at U.S. Private Gary Klausner issued a ruling Hollywood Harvest, the as we slowly emerge from the pan- the effort to ensure seniors received Vaults, which was formerly locat- that the FBI cannot keep items Hollywood Food Coalition and the demic,” O’Farrell said. “We will be enough food to eat. Abramson iden- ed at 9182 W. Olympic Blvd. belonging to Joseph Ruiz, who Hollywood Chamber of Commerce here to support this incredible orga- tified seniors who potentially need- U.S. Private Vaults offered safe had approximately $57,000 in a on July 15 for a ribbon-cutting at nization.” ed help using voter rolls that the deposit boxes that the company safe deposit box, and Travis May, the new space. Hollywood Harvest started in neighborhood council had previ- advertised as being more secure who had approximately $63,000 “Hollywood Harvest exemplifies late March 2020 after stay at home ously purchased for conducting than those at banks. Federal in cash and gold in a box at U.S. the importance of collaboration orders were implemented. Central outreach. Within weeks, the volun- agents raided the business on See Judge page 22 when there are parties of inspired Hollywood Neighborhood Council See Hollywood page 22 2 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CALENDAR

BH City Council to consider a virtual discussion titled “Black West Coast Identity Through Television” on LACMA virtual Saturday, July 24, at 11 a.m. The Jewish Theatre live virtual panel will be moderated storytime ‘Connect Beverly Hills’ plan West Coast Jewish Theatre’s virtual Join the Los Angeles County by Gil Robertson, president of the “Magical Musical Mystery Follies” Museum of art for an installment of The Beverly Hills City Council engagement process, the final plan African American Film Critics show is available for viewing on- the virtual Andell Family Sundays will consider adoption of the final includes recommended pedestrian Association, and will include pan- demand. From Thursday, July 22, Anytime series on Sunday, July 25, plan for the “Connect Beverly mobility improvements at 30 inter- elists Stephanie Allain, Steven through Saturday, July 31, tickets from 12:30 to 9 p.m., via LACMA’s Hills: Meet Me on Wilshire and La sections and midblock locations Canals, Cierra Glaude, Little have been discounted to $18. YouTube channel. Be creative, dis- Cienega” project at a study session along both corridors to improve Marvin and Patrik Ian-Polk. The Directed by Howard Teichman, the cover new art and have fun during meeting on Tuesday, July 27, at safety and access, as well as side- discussion will examine the diversi- show includes singing, music, com- the online program. Author Karen 2:30 p.m. walk amenities such as pedestrian ty within Black identity through the edy, drama and magic. Registration Yin will read her book “Whole “Connect Beverly Hills” will lighting, bus shelters and landscap- panelists’ distinguished careers in requested 24 hours in advance; a Whale,” a story featuring animals develop a series of streetscape ing. The final plan will also include television. In preparation for the Vimeo link to the show will be and rhymes about making space for plans and design standards for com- design standards recommending panel, recommended viewing emailed. (323)821-2449, wcjt.org. all. Viewing is free. includes “Dear White People” mercial corridors in Beverly Hills. the types and styles of sidewalk youtube.com/channel/UCBrtMtJE5t (Netflix), “Pose” (FX), “P-Valley” The city is beginning with Wilshire amenities, and concepts for a poten- qHLpCCqoPw-lg/playlists. and La Cienega boulevards to pre- tial mobility hub to support first and (Starz), “Queen Sugar” (OWN) and pare for the upcoming Metro Purple last mile connections with a combi- Cinelounge “Them” (Amazon Prime). ameri- Cinelounge Outdoors and Line Extension subway project. It nation of transportation and com- cancinematheque.com. Cinelounge Sunset are showing History of Fairfax will bring two new subway stations munity-serving amenities at the La “Old,” “The Big Boss” and “Cat to Beverly Hills at Wilshire/La Cienega station construction stag- Video Fest 2021” from Thursday, Theatre Cienega in 2023, and ing yards. July 22, through Thursday, July 29. ‘Ledisi Sings Learn about the history of the Wilshire/Rodeo in 2025. The final The meeting agenda and infor- M. Night Shyamalan’s “Old” is a Fairfax Theatre during an online recommendations will be incorpo- mation will be available by mystery-thriller about a family on a Nina Simone’ The LA Philharmonic presents presentation by the Art Deco rated into plans to rebuild the public Saturday, July 24, by visiting bever- tropical holiday who discover that “Ledisi Sings Nina Simone” on Society of Los Angeles on Sunday, rights-of-way around the two lyhills.org/citycouncilmeetings. To the secluded beach where they are Saturday, July July 25, from 5 to 6 p.m. Guest Metro subway stations, as well as review the final plan, call (310)285- relaxing for a few hours is somehow 24, at 8 p.m. at speaker Steven Luftman, a preser- causing them to age rapidly, reduc- other future private developments 2467, email transportation@bever- the Hollywood vationist who filed an application ing their entire lives to a single day. and capital improvement projects. lyhills.org or visit connect.beverly- Bowl. Ledisi to have the theater be considered “The Big Boss” is an action-crime Based on a one-year community hills.org. takes on the for cultural-historic status, will drama written and directed by Wei artist’s emo- lead the presen- Lo about a boy who must take on the tionally searing tation. The villainy of a crime boss. “Cat Video and socially venue is current- Fest 2021” is a compilation of cat direct songs on ly being consid- videos from videos and the internet. Residents urged to voice concerns her PBS special, “Ledisi Live: A ered for historic Showtimes vary; see schedule. Tribute to Nina Simone.” She will status by the city Cinelounge Outdoors is located at bring that spirit to the Hollywood of Los Angeles, 1625 N. Las Palmas Ave., and to WeHo Code Compliance Division Bowl stage, where Simone herself and for inclu- Cinelounge Sunset is located at 6464 sang many times. Tickets start at sion on the The city of West Hollywood’s cerns for some West Hollywood Sunset Blvd. (323)924-1644, are- $14. 2301 N. Highland Ave. holly- National Registry of Historic Code Compliance Division is residents and businesses about how nascreen.com. woodbowl.com. Places. Admission is free, but reg- available to assist community to address quality of life issues. istration is required. members with quality of life issues The city’s Code Compliance eventbrite.com/e/the-history-of- and concerns. Division is responsible for enforc- Outdoor film Petersen virtual the-art-deco-fairfax-theatre-tick- In June, Gov. Gavin Newsom ing all provisions of city laws and ets-163747566379. terminated executive orders for a ordinances under the West Cinespia, an outdoor cinematic experience presented by Amazon statewide stay home order. The Los Hollywood Municipal Code, and it Cruise-In Studios, is showing “Josie and the Auto enthusiasts are invited to join Angeles County Department of works to respond to issues and con- Pussycats” on Friday, July 23, at the the Petersen Automotive Museum LA Art Show Public Health followed by revising cerns from the community. Greek Theatre. Rachel Leigh Cook, for its virtual July Breakfast Club The LA Art Show runs from its health officer order to align with Some of the most frequent con- Rosario Dawson, Tara Reid and Cruise-In on Thursday, July 29, through Sunday, state reopening plans. cerns are related to noise, property Parker Posey star in a 2000s update Sunday, July 25, Aug. 1 at the Los Angeles Reopening has heightened con- maintenance, vacant properties, of the classic comic book show. from 8 to 9:30 Convention Center. The show offers construction, zoning (short-term Three small town rockers with irre- a.m. Sign up innovative programming and one- rentals and land use activities) and sistible teen spirit take their garage and share your of-a-kind experiences. More than blockage of the public right-of- band to superstardom. Enjoy a pic- vehicle with a 120 galleries way. Community members with nic or on-site concessions. Gates global audience. from over 20 specific concerns are encouraged open at 7:15 p.m., movies start at All participants countries will to submit a service request to the 8:45 p.m. Tickets are $18. 2700 N. who submit a exhibit paint- Founded 1946 city’s Code Enforcement Division, Vermont Ave. cinespia.org. video of their car will have the ings, sculpture, videos added to a compilation to be works on paper, 8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. which is a first step in investigating potential violations of the munici- posted on YouTube. The Breakfast installation, 4TH FLOOR pal code. Black Identity in Club Cruise-In is part of the muse- photography, BEVERLLYY HILLS, CA 90211 The primary goal of code um’s initiatives to engage more fashion, design, video and perfor- (323)933-5518(323)933 5518 enforcement is to gain voluntary television members of the public,Viewing is mance art. General admission is $30. 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Government Code 6008. [email protected]. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 3 July 22, 2021 Licht to run for Beverly Hills City Council Mayor Garcetti praises LADWP Mayor Eric Garcetti on July 16 water locally by 2035; recycle said. “It’s an important part of our n visited with local officials and 100% of L.A.’s wastewater by Planning Commission city. …I just think there could be the Paiute Tribe of Independence 2035 for potable use; reduce more development there that would chair wants ‘smart’ in the Owens Valley to highlight LADWP’s purchases of import- be smart and energize that area. I the Los Angeles Department of ed water by 50% by 2025; and development would like to see more energy in Water and Power’s partnerships, capture 150,000 acre feet per the southeast.” By AAron Blevins investments and projects that year of stormwater by 2035. All Regarding development in gen- have played a critical role in of the goals are on track and have eral, Licht said he remains neutral The chairman of the Beverly improving Los Angeles’ drought better prepared Los Angeles to and objective. He said he’s been Hills Planning Commission has resiliency, creating jobs and take on the increasing challenges criticized for denying too many announced that he will run for City restoring local habitats. of water resilience and indepen- projects by developers and approv- Council in June 2022, when Mayor The trip comes on the heels of dence in an era of increasingly ing too many by residents. Robert Wunderlich and an announcement from Gov. dry conditions. “That just shows I’m a middle- Councilmen John Mirisch and Gavin Newsom, who called on LADWP now offers one of the of-the-road guy,” Licht said, stress- Lester Friedman will be up for Californians to reduce their most comprehensive water con- ing the need to listen to neighbors reelection. water consumption by 15% in servation programs of any utility individually and the community as photo courtesy of Andy Licht A producer and principal of response to the current drought. in the country, including a finan- a whole. Andy Licht Beverly Hills-based Licht “In Los Angeles, conservation cial incentive program that will Licht’s parents moved to Beverly Entertainment, Andy Licht made is a way of life, because we know increase from $250,000 to $2 Hills in 1964 for the schools and the announcement last week. He that living with limited water million per customer for the city services, such as police and Licht has also served as a mem- said it’s become a “trite saying,” resources isn’t just a phase – it’s installation of pre-approved con- fire. Licht said he still lives in the ber of the Beverly Hills Unified but he wants to give back to a com- the new normal,” Garcetti said. servation equipment for com- city for the same reasons, and he School District Citizens Oversight munity that has offered him so In Los Angeles’ Green New mercial and multifamily cus- wants to see those services main- Committee, the Superintendent’s much. Deal, the mayor set several goals tomers; a $400 rebate for high- tained. Advisory Council and the Schools “Everything about the city has around conservation, including a efficiency clothes washers; a $3 “I think they’re great,” he said of Site Council. He has been the exec- been really great. I love the city,” pledge to reduce L.A.’s per capi- per square foot turf replacement the police and fire departments. “I utive producer of two TV movies Licht said. He added that his family ta water consumption by 25% by rebate; and free efficient faucet just want to make sure that they and seven feature films, including and business interests are “in a 2035; source 70% of L.A.’s aerators and showerheads. great place,” enabling him the remain great and state of the art and two – “The Cable Guy” and opportunity to devote plenty of have what they need to keep the “Waterworld” – which debuted as time and energy into the position. city as safe as we possibly can. It’s No. 1 films at the U.S. box office, “It was the right time for me.” important to me.” according to a press release. Licht’s Licht, a Beverly Hills resident Licht said his home was broken movies have grossed more than since childhood, has been a princi- into a couple of years ago, and that $600 million worldwide, the pal at Licht Entertainment since he lost some keepsakes from his release states. 1981. The City Council appointed father, who had recently passed. He has volunteered for several him to the Planning Commission in “It hurt me personally, and I organizations, such as the United 2016, and he has served as chair- know what it’s like,” he added. Jewish Fund, Big Brothers and the man twice. Licht also served two Licht would also like to improve Boys & Girls Club. Licht is a grad- terms on the city’s Traffic and traffic and parking. He touted his uate of the University of California, Parking Commission. work on the Traffic and Parking Berkeley, and received his master He said he is generally pleased Commission, which implemented of fine arts from USC’s Peter Stark with the state of the city but would some of his ideas. Program. photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Office like to see Beverly Hills officials “You’re never going to solve Licht is a lifetime member of the Mayor Eric Garcetti, right, met with representatives of the Paiute Academy of Motion Picture Arts think more critically about develop- traffic,” he said, adding that work- Tribe of Independence in the Owens Valley last week. ment. ing on the council will allow him and Sciences. “We need to think long-range more opportunities to mitigate it. “I and be smart about how and what would like to see that happen.” we develop in the city,” Licht said. Additionally, Licht wants to use Specifically, he would like to see the council position to protect the city give more attention to its renters and the city’s most vulnera- southeast side, an area that he sees ble residents, such as seniors. He is as somewhat neglected. a believer in term limits and thinks “I just think there needs to be three terms should be plenty for an more focus,” the commissioner official to achieve their goals. City controller report promotes privacy Los Angeles City Controller Ron is scattered with each department Galperin on July 14 released a deciding what technologies it needs report urging the city to strengthen to collect information. its focus on protecting the privacy Galperin noted that this inconsis- of residents as it continues to mod- tent approach is both disorganized ernize its services and operations. and risky — creating unnecessary “Protecting Privacy Makes a privacy concerns for Angelenos Smarter L.A.” points out that, while and lessening government account- new “smart” technologies used by ability for its actions. He said there the city — including police depart- is no oversight body to assess the ment body camera footage, license use of surveillance tools and no plate reader scans, fire department centralized way to define or inven- drones, surveillance cameras and tory all the technologies the city real-time traffic data collection uses. devices — can help make local According to the city controller’s government more efficient, they office, the city collected 847,077 also put individual privacy at risk hours of police body camera by collecting and analyzing poten- footage collected and 3.6 million tially sensitive information. license plate reader scans in 2020. Galperin called for Los Angeles to Approximately 11,850 surveillance create a clear and unified frame- cameras are operated by the city, work for evaluating privacy risks and 39 gigabytes of real-time traf- and addressing them to better pro- fic data is processed daily. tect residents. Additionally, the Los Angeles Fire “Angelenos deserve a more mod- Department had 499 drone deploy- ern and user-friendly city, but they ments last year. also need to be absolutely sure that Galperin recommended that the their government isn’t collecting city establish a privacy advisory and storing private information board to support departments’ about them without a plan and development of privacy policies without their knowledge,” Galperin and controls; define surveillance said. “Los Angeles can and must do technology and identify the tech better managing the smart tech- used by departments; develop a nologies it uses to monitor traffic standardized surveillance impact flow and bolster public safety while assessment and reporting process; also protecting residents’ privacy.” and require departments to update Although the city is in the surveillance impact assessments process of developing some poli- regularly. cies concerning smart technologies, To view the report, visit lacon- L.A.’s current approach to privacy troller.org/protecting-privacy. 4 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Hit-and-run collision claims life of podcast host n Authorities search for clues they hope will lead to driver By edwin folven

Police are searching for the dri- ver of a white BMW sedan that allegedly struck and killed a well- known podcast co-host on July 17 as he walked across Beverly Boulevard near Croft Avenue. photo by Edwin Folven Investigators from the Los The officer-involved shooting occurred on Hollywood Boulevard east Angeles Police Department’s West of Highland Avenue. Traffic Division said the victim, identified as Mat George, 26, was crossing at a corner where there is no marked crosswalk or stoplight. Authorities said the BMW was Police shoot man allegedly traveling east on Beverly Boulevard when it struck George at approximately 2:20 a.m. and kept armed with fake handgun going. Paramedics pronounced By edwin folven people being interviewed who George dead at the scene. encountered the suspect and are “Witnesses called 911, and there A male suspect who was potential victims of assaults lead- was an individual with the [victim] allegedly brandishing a replica ing up to the officer-involved who observed the traffic collision,” handgun while walking along shooting. Exactly what the sus- said Officer Joel Twycross, with the photo by Edwin Folven Hollywood Boulevard east of pect did with that handgun that led West Traffic Division. “We are still Flyers seeking information about the hit-and-run collision that claimed Highland Avenue on July 15 was the officers to fire at him will be in the process of interviewing peo- the life of Mat George have been posted near the intersection where he shot and killed by Los Angeles determined through watching ple, reviewing cameras and investi- was killed. Police Department officers. body worn video and through gating.” The officer-involved shooting interviewing the officers and the The victim, who police said was occurred at approximately 11:50 multiple witnesses who were a resident of Arizona who had been future, please do talk about him.” Angeles offers a reward of up to a.m. after police responded to [there] for the shooting.” living in Los Angeles, co-hosted the “This is so sad to read about,” $50,000 for information leading to multiple 911 calls about a man The Los Angeles County “She Rates Dogs” podcast. posted Miracle Mile South resident an arrest and conviction in fatal hit- with a gun in the area. Officers Department of Medical George’s Twitter account has more Medrene Gee. “A life needlessly and-run cases. arrived and attempted to persuade Examiner-Coroner identified the than 75,000 followers. Hundreds of taken.” “We have gotten a few tips, but the suspect to surrender, but they man who was shot and killed as people posted remembrances and “Prayers for his family and we need more,” Twycross added. shot him after he allegedly point- Matthew Sosa, 48. Authorities messages on social media, includ- friends. This must stop,” posted “We need anyone in the area or ed the handgun, police said. believe Sosa was homeless. ing Michaela Okland, who co-host- Audrey Linden, of Beverly Hills. anyone who has camera footage to “The suspect was struck by A woman who was near the ed the “She Rates Dogs” podcast Police are hoping someone may come forward.” gunfire. He was transported to a shooting was also taken to a hos- with George. know the identity of the driver and Anyone with information is local hospital where he was pro- pital for an unspecified injury, and “Thank you to everybody who’s will come forward. Twycross said urged to call detectives with the nounced deceased,” LAPD she was treated and released. The reached out,” Okland posted on the vehicle was a 2015-21 BMW 5 LAPD’s West Traffic Division at spokeswoman Meghan Aguilar LAPD’s Force Investigation Twitter. “And thank you so much to or 7 series sedan. The BMW sus- (213)473-0234. During weekends said. “There [was] what is now Division is continuing its investi- everybody telling stories and shar- tained front-end damage in the col- and off-hours, call the LAPD’s hot- known to be a replica handgun at gation, which is protocol for all ing how he impacted you. lision and the left side mirror broke line at (877)LAPD247, or Crime the scene. We do have several officer-involved shootings. Whenever you think of him in the off, he added. The city of Los Stoppers at (800)222-8477. Two arrested after alleged robbery on Melrose By edwin folven

Wilshire Division detectives are asking for the public’s help to identi- fy a man they said was the victim of a robbery on July 19 on Melrose Avenue and left the scene before police arrived. Authorities said the male victim was approached at approximately 7:10 p.m. by two male suspects near Melrose Avenue and Vista Street. The suspects got out of a Dodge Avenger, and one man pulled out a handgun and attempted to rob the photo courtesy of the LAPD victim, police said. A third male sus- Security camera footage shows a robbery that occurred on July 19 near pect stayed inside the Dodge. Melrose Avenue and Vista Street. The alleged suspects were dressed in The victim also pulled out a hand- black shirts and confronted the victim and two women. gun and fired shots at the two sus- pects, who fled on foot. The driver of the silver Dodge Avenger sped located and arrested the two alleged police. away and remains at large, accord- robbery suspects, who had fled on Police identified the two suspects, ing to detectives. The motive for the foot. They were treated for non-life- who are facing robbery charges, as crime was robbery, and police did threatening injuries. Nicholas Brown, 22, and Markeil not disclose whether the suspect and Investigators found security cam- Hayes, 28, both from Los Angeles. victims may have known each other. era footage that showed the Video of the incident can be Officers responded to calls from sequence of events leading up to the viewed at lapdonline.org and by vis- witnesses, but everyone involved in robbery, as well as the victim and iting youtu.be/PCfnmrQbOGw. the robbery and shooting left the two women he was with when the Anyone with information is urged to area before they arrived. Additional hold-up occurred. Anyone with call Det. John Maloney at (213)922- officers who canvassed the area information is urged to contact 8216. Authorities warn about new trend in auto burglary By edwin folven Officers arrested two female sus- Antioch. Det. Sam Arnold, with the pects on July 7 who they believe Los Angeles Police Department’s Auto theft detectives are warning were responsible for eight vehicle Wilshire Division, said the two sus- the public about an increase in vehi- burglaries in June and early July. pects had been staying at different cle break-ins occurring in shopping The suspects were identified as motels in Hollywood and were mall parking lotsthat may be attrib- Javina Woodson, 26, of San allegedly selling items stolen dur- uted to suspects from the Bay Area. Francisco, and Jamie Hatch, 36, of See Auto burgaries page 14 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 5 July 22, 2021 Van Gogh experience to occupy Amoeba Music n Digital exhibit opens in hopes of bringing additional makers and artists not only enjoy immersive experiences to the the creative experience, but also to public in iconic building. feel compelled to partner to bring location on Sunset “There’s a couple of great little similar pieces to life in the future. surprises that are very Hollywood According to O’Farrell, there is and are unique to this space. I an even more prevalent demand By Courtney eCherd don’t want to give too much for enrichment opportunities as away,” Shedletsky smiled. lockdown restrictions are lifted. Following its run in Paris and Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, “I think this immersive exhibit is Toronto, the digital Van Gogh 13th District, is a lifelong fan of going to really fit the bill. It’ll no experience has made its way to Van Gogh. doubt pique the interest of a whole Southern California. The 500,000 “The fact that this amazing new generation of folks who will cubic foot exhibit will be hosted at exhibit is going to occupy this appreciate art and history in a Lighthouse Immersive at 6400 space where Amoeba was is a con- neighborhood that is already Sunset Blvd., where thousands tinuation of art and a continuation known for its creativity and inven- once visited Hollywood’s beloved of expanding the horizons of folks. tiveness. It’s a perfect fit,” Amoeba Music record store. From It’s a great new temporary use of O’Farrell said. photo by Edwin Folven July 31 through Jan. 2, 2022, this space that holds such rich his- For tickets and information, visit The former Amoeba Music building will host the digital Van Gogh experi- guests will have the opportunity to tory,” O’Farrell said. tickets.vangoghla.com. ence beginning July 31. experience Van Gogh’s most Currently on Hollywood famous works in a new immersive Boulevard after closing its Sunset digital experience. Boulevard location, the new Designed and conceived by Amoeba Music re-opened its 75th Diamond Massimiliano Siccardi, with a doors April 1, after closing during soundtrack by Luca Longobardi, the pandemic. Amoeba Music is the exhibit immerses guests in known for reintroducing music Anniversary Sale! some of Van Gogh’s most celebrat- fans to vinyl, as this exhibit paral- ed art pieces such as “Mangeurs de lely reintroduces some of Van pommes de terre (The Potato Gogh’s classic pieces. 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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center selects new nursing officer Department receives recognition Anita Girard has been named the The American Society of Civil Food/Retail Pick Up Zones, chief nursing officer for Cedars- Engineers Metropolitan Los COVID-19 Testing & Sinai Medical Center, where she Angeles Branch recognized the Vaccination Site Support, Slow will expand upon the work she Los Angeles Department of Streets Program, LAUSD Grab n began as the medical center’s vice Transportation with four Go support, L.A. County Food president of nursing by further Outstanding Project Awards for Drive support and redesigned sig- developing and maintaining the their 2021 awards cycle. Two of nal timing to help the most vul- hospital’s reputation for excellence LADOT’s employees were also nerable residents and hardest hit in high-quality nursing care, awarded with Outstanding Civil businesses across the city. research and education. Engineer awards. Economic development and “Since joining our institution 14 All six awardees will be community support programs pri- months ago, Dr. Girard has not only pushed forward to the next round oritized BIPOC businesses and seamlessly acclimated to the of awards that considers projects neighborhoods, which were demands of our organization’s and individuals in the entire state. shown to be the most vulnerable impressive nursing operation, but Many of the awards recognized communities by the department’s she has done so deftly and fearless- photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center LADOT’s role in the city of Los Pandemic Travel Behavior Study. ly in the middle of an unprecedent- Anita Girard, center, also serves as the president of the American Angeles COVID-19 pandemic While the COVID-19 pandem- ed global pandemic,” said David Nurses Association California. relief effort. ic relief effort was a large part of Marshall, senior vice president, “LADOT was on the ground LADOT’s focus in 2020, the chief nursing executive and chair of and effective nursing leader.” fewer than 400 of the more than moving our city forward when department also finished the 5th the Department of Nursing at Girard’s new position includes 6,000 U.S. healthcare organizations the world was put on pause,” said Street and 6th Street Cedars-Sinai. managing day-to-day nursing oper- have earned the credential. LADOT General Manager Seleta Improvement Project, jointly Nationally known as the presi- ations, driving patient care out- Beginning her nursing career as a Reynolds. “A majority of coordinated with Metro, which dent of the American Nurses comes and overseeing Cedars- staff nurse, Girard served in several LADOT employees are frontline introduced improved bike lanes Association California, Girard is a Sinai’s sixth magnet survey. leadership roles during her 31 years workers. Our field crews, traffic and part-time dedicated bus lanes sought-after speaker at health care To achieve the magnet designa- at Stanford Health Care. In addition officers, engineers and planners along the major Downtown L.A. organizations’ events because of tion, hospitals must demonstrate a to earning her bachelor’s and mas- worked directly with L.A. com- corridors. The project also fea- her experience and comprehensive high standard of excellence in ter’s degrees in nursing, Girard munities to provide support and tured improved lane striping, knowledge of the forces that shape transformational leadership, sup- earned her doctor of nursing prac- relief to our most vulnerable con- wide safety buffers along bike the nation’s health care delivery porting and advocating for patients tice, focused in executive leader- stituents.” lanes, new high-visibility cross- system. and staff, and having strong nursing ship, from the University of San LADOT Covid Relief pro- walks and unique bikeway transi- “With more than a decade of leaders at every level. Currently, Francisco. grams were the LA Al Fresco, tions at the project limits. leadership experience, and focus on evidence-based practices, patient advocacy, nursing education, men- torship and driving quality clinical outcomes, Dr. Girard exemplifies the values and heart of Cedars- Sinai,” said Dr. Jeff Smith, execu- tive vice president and chief operat- ing officer. “Our nursing staff and our executive leadership team will forever remain indebted to Dr. Girard’s grace under pressure, and we are grateful — and fortunate — to remain under the guidance of such an accomplished, passionate Union endorses Horvath for supervisor LiUNA! Local 1309, represent- ing skilled men and women work- ing in construction across the Los Angeles area, on July 19 officially endorsed West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey Horvath for Los Angeles County Supervisor. "LiUNA! Local 1309 keeps Los Angeles running, from schools and roads to airports and refineries,” said Director of Public and Government Affairs Josh La Farga. “We understand the complexities of running, building and maintain- ing the infrastructure that makes up our county. Such complex opera- tions require board leaders who know how to forge alliances and think creatively to get things done — leaders like Lindsey Horvath. The multi-talented members and working families of Local 1309 stand squarely behind Mayor Horvath in her campaign for Los Angeles County Supervisor because we believe she has the guts and vision to make Los Angeles a more livable, functioning, circulat- ing, growing city where all its citi- zens will thrive.” Horvath said she was honored to have the union’s support. “The men and women of Local 1309 are the literal backbone of our city, not only making it function so that their neighbors can thrive, but also raising and supporting the families to make Los Angeles a vibrant and rich city,” she said. “We are indebted to these working families, and as county supervisor, I will always have their backs like they have ours.” Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 7 July 22, 2021

Council honors District attorney appoints new deputy Los Angeles County District policing improvements with use of Attorney George Gascón recently force, bias, community policing Rotary president appointed veteran prosecutor practices and accountability. The Beverly Hills City Council Sharon Woo to serve as his chief Woo also served as chief deputy honored Dr. Sharona Nazarian on deputy district attorney. in the San Francisco District July 14 for her service as former In her new position, Woo will Attorney’s Office for eight years, president of the Rotary Club of assist the district attorney with the implementing many policies Beverly Hills. day-to-day operations in the including the elimination of cash In an online presentation, nation’s largest local prosecutorial bail, dismissal of prior cannabis Nazarian highlighted accomplish- office. convictions and reduction of felony ments made during the previous Prior to joining the office, Woo convictions in accordance with year and thanked the speakers who served as the chief of operations for voter-approved Proposition 47. addressed the club during her the San Francisco Department of During her 21 years as an assistant term. She also cited the creation of Police Accountability, where she San Francisco district attorney, the Women’s Roundtable focusing worked with the California Woo also served as chief of the on women’s issues, plans to pre- Department of Justice and provided Criminal Division, as an assistant pare for the future of the club and oversight for more than 270 collab- district attorney prosecuting com- efforts to support nonprofits and orative reform initiatives recom- munity violence and as a managing community organizations. mended by the U.S. Department of attorney leading the narcotics and photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Justice. They included assessing domestic violence trial teams. Local leaders applaud approval of broadband program Assemblyman Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles) applauded Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signing on July 20 of Senate Bill 156, a $6 billion framework for universal broad- band approved by the state Assembly and Senate. “The time for universal high- speed internet is right now,” said Santiago, chairman of the Assembly Committee on Communications and Conveyance. “The pandemic exposed the massive divide between those who have comput- ers and internet, and those who do not. To close this divide, we must deliver a monumental investment in public broadband infrastructure by bringing access to affordable high-speed internet to underserved communities in an equitable man- ner. The agreement we fought for in SB 156 will accomplish just this.”

“The pandemic exposed the massive divide between those who have computers and internet, and those who do not.”

Assemblyman Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles)

Approximately $3.25 billion will be used to build a statewide open-access system that will help bring internet service to rural areas, and will introduce competi- tion in urban areas to reduce prices. An additional $2 billion is being committed for “last mile” infra- structure projects in rural and urban areas to connect under- served households to high-speed internet, with $1 billion initially reserved for urban areas. Lastly, the legislation includes $750 mil- lion for a loan-loss reserve account to help local governments and nonprofits secure funding for municipal broadband networks. The $6 billion package will be funded through the state’s general fund and the federal American Rescue Plan Act. 8 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Public input sought on plan to rename library The city of West Hollywood is West Hollywood City Council. Social Justice Task Force. seeking community input about The naming request is currently City staff will return to the Public potentially naming the West being assessed by the West Facilities Commission with the sur- Hollywood Library in honor of the Hollywood Public Facilities vey results and official actions, and late United States Supreme Court Commission. The naming survey the commission will conduct a pub- Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. was posted following review by the lic hearing on a date to be deter- Community participation in the commission and will remain online mined. Staff will also share recom- survey is part of the engagement for a minimum of 60 days. mendations about signage, identifi- process and feedback is essential. Additionally, the Public Facilities cation options and cost estimates. The deadline to participate in the Commission has asked multiple city The public hearing will provide an naming survey is Thursday, Sept. 2, commissions and advisory boards to opportunity for more testimony on at 11:59 p.m. To take the survey, weigh-in on the library renaming. the naming request. After the meet- visit w.eho.city/namingsurvey. They include the Arts and Cultural ing, the commission will prepare its In accordance with city policy, Affairs Commission, Historic recommendation for submission to uniform procedures have been Preservation Commission, Human the City Council, which makes the Beverly Press/Park Labrea News file photo established to guide the nomination, Services Commission, Public final decision. A proposal to rename the West Hollywood Library in honor of the late consideration, justification and Safety Commission, Disabilities For information, visit weho.org. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg remains under consideration. review of naming city-owned or Advisory Board, Lesbian and Gay leased land, buildings and facilities. Advisory Board, Russian Advisory Last December, the concept of Board, Senior Advisory Board, potentially renaming the library Transgender Advisory Board, after Ginsburg was approved by the Women’s Advisory Board and Beverly Hills’ seeks nominations for Embrace Civility Award The city of Beverly Hills plans to ing. All nominees will also be rec- honor an outstanding individual ognized by the Beverly Hills who demonstrates and promotes Human Relations Commission. positive civil behavior and is The program started in 2010, encouraging nominations for the when the City of Beverly Hills 11th annual Embrace Civility Human Relations Commission Award. The award recognizes local established the importance of people who contribute to civility embracing civility and integrated and exemplify positive human rela- the principles of civility, respect and tions in all aspects of community responsible action into daily busi- life. ness at City Hall and municipal The award is given to a commu- election proceedings. nity member who acts as a role All nominations must be received model of positive behavior, takes a by Sept. 3. Nominations can be stand in support of respect and made by visiting responsible actions and promotes beverlyhills.org/embracecivil- positive neighbor-to-neighbor rela- ityaward, and can be submitted via tions. email or mail. Nomination applica- “We’re looking to honor someone tions are also available at the who has created positive, lasting Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market, held civil change and inspires others to every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. take action,” said Human Relations at 9300 Block Civic Center Drive, Commission Chair Ori Blumenfeld. and at the Beverly Hills Public “We’re asking the community for Library, 444 N. Rexford Drive. their help in identifying our next For information, call the Beverly Embrace Civility Award honoree.” Hills Human Services Division at The honoree will be recognized (310)285-1006, or visit beverly- by the City Council at a future meet- hills.org/embracecivilityaward.

State law incentivizes hiring people who are formerly homeless The 2021-22 California state bud- will help them turn their lives get includes the California Homeless around.” Hiring Tax Credit, which will pro- To qualify for the credit, an eligible vide incentives for businesses to hire employer will need to pay wages sub- formerly homeless individuals. ject to withholding under the unem- The plan was originally intro- ployment insurance code, pay fami- duced this year in Senate Bill 424 by ly-supporting wages and be certified State Sen. María Elena Durazo (D- by the Labor and Workforce Los Angeles), and Assembly Bill Development Agency. 675 by Assemblyman Richard “Creating this pathway for pur- BBeevevererlyly HilHiHHillsillilllsllls Bloom (D-Santa Monica). Under the poseful employment in a way that plan, qualified employers who hire positively incentivizes our local, formerly homeless individuals can small businesses to hire our unhoused annually claim $30,000 in tax cred- neighbors is a huge step in the fight to its. Establishing a tax credit between end homelessness,” Bloom added. ROOSH HASHANAH YOM KIPPPUR $2,500 and $10,000 per qualified “By establishing this tax credit, we HIGH HOLLLYY DAAYYS 2021 Seeptember 6 & 7 September 15 & 16 homeless individual hired will create will not only help revitalize our local access to meaningful employment businesses across the state, but move and pathways to careers for as many further towards housing all Weekly, visit BHTOTA.org as 3,000 individuals, the lawmakers Californians. My team and I are hon- said. ored to be part of the solution.” towatch Rabbi's teachin ngs “This tax credit is going to help The Los Angeles Economic revitalize our economy with good Development Corporation reported and talks on the Torah. jobs,” Durazo said. “This tax credit is that L.A. County lost 437,000 jobs in a cost saving mechanism. Investing 2020 and will have 354,000 fewer $30 million for this credit can offset living wage jobs in 2021 compared to 3( 23) 658- | BH9 OT100 TATA ORG. the tens of millions of dollars spent the pre-pandemic economy. annually on safety net programs. The Approximately 738,000 jobs need to 84440 Wilshire Blvd., credit is also a sound investment for be created for the entire county work- Beverly Hills, CA 902111 the state, as many as 3,000 people force to achieve a satisfactory stan- will get a chance at employment that dard of living, the lawmakers added. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 9 July 22, 2021 LaBonge recognized at Headworks Water Complex Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, LaBonge was famous for saying of the Headworks West complex City Councilwoman Nithya Raman, throughout his tenure as council and will remain until permanent sig- members of the Board of Water and member that “water gives us life.” nage is installed once construction Power Commissioners and He was also known for another is completed. In 2015, LaBonge LADWP General Manager and memorable phrase. participated in a ribbon-cutting cer- Chief Engineer Martin Adams “Dad always said, ‘the two most emony for the Headworks joined family members of the late important things in life are water Reservoir Complex project. The former City Councilman Tom and relationships.’ That is so true,” two reservoirs – Headworks East LaBonge on July 14 to dedicate the said LaBonge’s daughter Mary- and Headworks West – will replace Tom LaBonge Headworks Water Cate. “What I learned from dad is to the Silver Lake and Ivanhoe Complex. Under construction along talk to people, ask them questions. Reservoirs to comply with federal the 134 Freeway near the northern Don’t be afraid to raise your hand drinking water regulations. entrance to Griffith Park, the new and speak. Seeing how he made a Headworks is located on a 43-acre complex honors LaBonge, who died difference and seeing his name up site and public open space for recre- on Jan. 7. there is very special to me and my ation will be created atop the reser- photo courtesy of the LADWP On May 25, the LADWP Board family.” voirs. Mayor Eric Garcetti, city officials and representatives of the LADWP of Commissioners approved the A banner signifying the name For information, visit ladwp- joined the family of the late former Councilman Tom LaBonge to rename renaming of the facility in recogni- change was affixed against the wall news.com. the Headworks Water Complex in LaBonge’s honor. tion of LaBonge, who was a long- time supporter of the department and its water system, infrastructure and reliability projects. “Tom LaBonge felt that Griffith Park was L.A.’s crown jewel, and he brought an incredible amount of energy and passion toward preserv- ing its beauty and well-being,” Garcetti said. “This may be the sin- gle best place in Los Angeles to cherish his legacy, and I can’t help but think that Tom would be proud of our efforts to turn this facility into a place that embodies the principles of sustainability and community that defined his public service.” bors, “This may be the riends and neigh single best place in To my f Los Angeles to cherish his legacy, y and I can’t help but ky to have man I am soo luc think that Tom friend would be proud of clients, clientsc who are friends, our efforts ...” b ho are neighboors, neighbors who are -Mayor Eric Garcetti clients. fririends, and clients LaBonge began his public service career in 1978 on the staff of the late I bracembracce youyou all a and am looking former Councilman and Council ll h ving many President John Ferraro. He later rd to us all having many served as an aide to former Mayor forwar Richard Riordan and as a council h s a member representing the 4th happypy and healthy years, a District from 2001-15. LaBonge king also worked for a short time as the nd together ma LADWP’s director of community relations. l Known to many as “Mr. Los tthis a bettor place Angeles,” LaBonge left his mark at who will f landmarks including Griffith Park, for tthhose who will follow. the Silver Lake Reservoir and LADWP’s Aqueduct Centennial Garden in Los Feliz. As part of the ! Board of Water and Power ghborhood rocks Commissioners vote in May, the This nei garden was also renamed as the Tom LaBonge Aqueduct Centennial Garden. ies “Tom LaBonge was passionate Allan Jeffr about LADWP’s history and this dedication rightfully recognizes his contributions to Los Angeles,” Board of Water and Power President Cynthia McClain-Hill said. “His legacy as a dedicated public servant and a cheerleader for the city and its departments will live on in stories that are shared and in the places throughout our city where he left his mark.” “Seeing his name up there against the reservoir is extremely meaning- ful to us here at the department as he was so invested in many of the department’s projects and particu- ALLAN larly, in this project at Headworks,” Adams added. “In many ways, Tom’s hard work, compassion, and JEFFRIES dedication are emblematic of Angelenos. Naming this facility in FRAMINGRAMING his honor puts those values on dis- play in a place that will become a future community gathering place.” 8301 W. W. Thi rd S t. • L os A ngel es, CA90048 • 323 .655 .1296 • www.allanjef ll j ffffifries.com 10 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Crews move ahead with subway construction Metro is continuing construction on the Purple Line Extension sub- way project and is advising residents and motorists about upcoming work between the Wilshire/Western and Century City/Constellation stations. In Century City, excavation of a subway station beneath Constellation Boulevard is under- way and is anticipated to be com- photo courtesy of StreetsLA plete in the first quarter of 2022. The The public can view concepts for new bus shelters and sidewalk underground work will take place 24 hours, Monday through Friday. amenities through July 20. Partial traffic lane closures are currently in place to facilitate exca- vation, hauling and material delivery for station construction. Eastbound Input sought on new bus and westbound vehicle access on Constellation Boulevard is being maintained between Century Park West and Century Park East. All dri- shelters, sidewalk amenities veways are accessible. The valet for In preparation for a new and tures include real-time transit Craft Los Angeles restaurant is updated sidewalk and transit information, wayfinding, emer- located on Constellation Boulevard amenities program, StreetsLA is gency messaging and localized east of Avenue of the Stars. encouraging the public to view advertising. Twin tunnel boring machines photo by Edwin Folven and provide input on proposed “These viewings will enable us have tunneled east from Century Work on the Purple Line Extension project is occurring 24 hours in many new bus shelters and technology to solicit valuable feedback from City under Beverly Hills and they locations, including in the subway station staging areas. features. our stakeholders, especially tran- are anticipated to reach the The demonstrations will take sit riders on bus shelters and what Wilshire/Rodeo station this fall. place through Saturday, July 30 information and features they They will continue tunneling until Farther east, station appendage and San Diego Way. at different locations throughout would like to have available to they reach the eastern terminus at construction is occurring at the Wilshire Boulevard will be the city from noon to 10 p.m. The them,” StreetsLA Executive Wilshire/La Cienega. Work hours future subway stations at reduced to two lanes in each direc- shelters will be on view today, Director Keith Mozee said. are 6 a.m. to 3 a.m., Monday through Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La tion between Detroit and June streets July 22, at Los Angeles City Hall The sidewalk and transit Saturday. Ongoing construction and Brea. Work continues on appendage through September. Intermittent lane (southeast corner at Main Street), amenities program’s goals are to support of the tunneling machines structures housing vital systems for closures may also be in place on 201 N. Main St., and on July 25 better provide shelter, shade, continues within staging yards on the future subway stations. Wilshire Boulevard from Highland and 26 at the West Los Angeles safety and comfort for transit rid- Century Park East. Intermittent lane reductions on Avenue to Wilshire/Western. Municipal Building (pedestrian ers and pedestrians, while incor- At Wilshire/Rodeo, excavation Wilshire Boulevard may be in place For questions and concerns about mall area), 1645 Corinth Ave. porating technology to provide was completed in June and the work around the subway station sites. the Purple Line Extension project, Members of the public can fill timely information. has shifted to construction of the From 6 a.m. on July 23, through 6 call the 24-hour project hotline at out a brief survey that will help For information and a com- underground station, which will be a.m. on July 26, eastbound Wilshire (213)922-6934, email the project determine elements to be incor- plete list of locations, visit street- ongoing through 2025. Material, Boulevard will be reduced to a sin- team at [email protected], or porated in the program. The fea- sla.lacity.org. equipment and concrete deliveries gle lane between La Jolla Avenue visit metro.net. will occur daily. Lanes closures may be in place on Wilshire Boulevard around the con- struction staging yards at State budget allocated funds Wilshire/Rodeo and Wilshire/La Cienega. Geotechnical instruments R are also being installed along MME Wilshire Boulevard and adjoining SUMMU for disability programs side streets to monitor subterranean The Association of Regional shortages, a loss of programming work. Center Agencies is applauding fund- and antiquated technology. The new The first two tunnel boring ing included in the state budget to budget prioritizes funding for region- machines that excavated from support programs for individuals al centers. Starting in 2022, approxi- Wilshire/Western and Wilshire/La with developmental disabilities. mately $90 million will be allocated Cienega are being removed in sec- The fiscal year 2021-22 budget to hire more service coordinators. tions from the future La Cienega sta- directs additional resources to The new budget also launches a 5- tion. A full closure of North Gale regional centers that help over year phase-in of funding to increase Drive at Wilshire Boulevard will 350,000 Californians with develop- service provider payment rates, and remain in place from 6 a.m. to mid- mental disabilities. In the Los funds to reopen social recreation and night. Hauling hours are midnight to Angeles area, facilities include the camp programs. The budget will also 6 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, Westside Regional Center, 5901 fund a training and certification pro- and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday Green Valley Circle Ste. 320, in gram for direct support profession- through Saturday. Temporary lane Culver City, and the Frank D. als, and includes money for technol- reductions, intersection and street Lanterman Regional Center, 3303 ogy improvements that will provide closures may be required. Access to Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 700, in Los families better access to data. driveways will be maintained along Angeles. The network of regional “The new funds in this budget set the hauling routes. centers serves as the official point of the stage for enhancing the ability of entry to the state service system for regional centers and service coordi- people with developmental disabili- nators to serve clients and address We’v Got Eve er ties. their individual and unique needs,” Mid City West In recent years, caseloads have said Rita Walker, board president of ot Makeke YoYo ru Su m e rm a grown but state funding remained the the Association of Regional Center same, which created a strain as Agencies. plans food regional centers addressed employee For information, visit arcanet.org. SMASH! distribution Paper Goods • Decorations The Mid City West Neighborhood Council is co-spon- Balloons • Banners • Centerpieces Greater Miracle Mile Chamber hosts soring a food distribution event on Piñatas & MORE! Saturday, July 31, from 9 a.m. to noon at Television City, which is 10% off all merchandise in the store neighborhood walk with Raman allowing the organization to host the Join the Greater Miracle Mile Avenue. event on its property near Beverly with this coupon! Chamber of Commerce and Los The group will be joined at the Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. discounted merchandise, balloons and balloon delivery excluded Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya beginning of the walk by Michael The event will include a drive- Raman, 4th District, for a neighbor- Govan, CEO and Wallis Annenberg thru grab-and-go format, but walk- hood walk on Thursday, July 29, from Director of LACMA, and Bill ups will also be accepted. People 2 to 3:30 p.m. Kramer, director of the Academy can pick-up food and groceries. The walk will begin at the “Urban Museum. Many other chamber mem- Diapers will be distributed to fami- Light” exhibit at the Los Angeles bers and community leaders are lies with babies. There is no eligibil- County Museum of Art, 5905 expected to participate. ity requirement or sign-up necessary Wilshire Blvd. Participants will head For information and to RSVP, to receive food. Television City is 5969 Melrose Ave. (corner of Wilcox) east through the Miracle Mile, and the email [email protected], located at 7800 Beverly Blvd. For (323)467-7124 walk will end at Candela on La Brea or visit miraclemilechamber.org. information, visit midcitywest.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 11 July 22, 2021

services at the center. CHLA names division chief of orthopaedic surgery Kay served as vice chief of the Children’s Orthopaedic Center since Dr. Robert M. Kay has been surgeries and more than 250 scolio- The department cares for children 2009, as well as CHLA’s chief of named division chief of orthopaedic sis procedures annually. with bone and soft tissue tumors, staff from 2009 to 2011. He has also surgery in the Children’s Kay will provide administrative childhood hip disorders, hand and served as medical director of the Orthopaedic Center at Children’s and clinical leadership for the hospi- upper extremity conditions, neuro- John C. Wilson Jr. Motion and Hospital Los Angeles. tal’s Division of Orthopaedic muscular conditions, scoliosis and Sports Analysis Laboratory at The Children’s Orthopaedic Surgery. Reporting to the surgeon- spinal deformity, and sports medi- CHLA. The laboratory remains one Center is ranked fourth in the nation in-chief, he will lead strategic plan- cine and other orthopaedic trauma of only 14 fully-accredited motion in pediatric orthopaedics by U.S. ning, recruitment and program injuries. Kay’s team will continue to analysis laboratories in the United News and World Report. The center development for the center’s clinical, ensure the integration of research States. photo courtesy of CHLA team performs more than 150 hip research and educational programs. and training programs with clinical For information, visit chla.org. Dr. Robert M. Kay

Assessor outlines countywide CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD increase in property value NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff to improve our ability to produce a Prang recently certified the 2021 fair, accurate and timely Assessment NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will Assessment Roll, reflecting eco- Roll, which is aided in large measure nomic growth for the 11th consecu- by new, enhanced technology.” hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: tive year with an increase in the The Assessment Roll is the inven- assessed value of taxable property tory of all taxable property in the LOCATIONS: 9009-9015 SUNSET BOULEVARD, countywide. county and provides insight into the West Hollywood, California The 2021 Assessment Roll grew state of the real estate market. by $62.9 billion, or 3.7% over the Assessments are based on the value prior year, to $1.76 trillion in total of property as of Jan. 1, 2021. REQUEST: Applicant is proposing to install an internally lit billboard at net value. While the overall value The roll is also driven by real 9009 Sunset Boulevard (“Roxy Theatre”) and convert an ex- indicates growth, the total also property sales, which added $44.9 isting static billboard with a digital and internally lit billboard reflects a reduction of $5.5 billion in billion; the CPI adjustment mandat- at 9015 Sunset Boulevard (“Rainbow”), subject to a devel- business personal property, which ed by Prop. 13, adding an additional includes machinery, equipment, $16.4 billion; and new construction, opment agreement and as part of the Sunset Boulevard Off- boats and aircraft. which added $8.8 billion. Site Signage Policy The reduction also reflects the “Although the 2021 Assessment impact of the COVID-19 pandemic Roll reflects growth, which is good PERMIT(S): Certificate of Appropriateness, Development Agreement, on the local economy. To ease the news, other factors are now indicat- impact specifically on small busi- ing the exact nature of the economic Sign Permit, Zone Map Amendment, and any other required nesses, approximately 73,000 per- slow-down caused by the COVID- permits. sonal property assessments were 19 pandemic,” Prang added. “The proactively reduced in the hardest- mixed implications of this past year APPLICANT(S): Andrew Bilanzich, ACE Outdoor (Afriat Consulting Group, hit areas. will be felt for some time to come. Inc.) Other reductions came from com- Just as an example, the housing mar- mercial aircraft, as air travel was ket experienced robust growth dur- severely restricted, resulting in ing the pandemic while small busi- TIME/PLACE Teleconference Meeting reduced aircraft assessments. nesses were hit hard along with OF HEARING: Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. Additionally, daily commuting and hotels, refineries and airlines.” This meeting will be a teleconferenced meeting (with de- other travel declined due to stay-at- The COVID-19 pandemic also home orders, resulting in reduced presented unanticipated obstacles in tailed instructions for participation included on the posted fuel demand, which in turn led to producing this year’s Assessment agenda). reduced fuel prices. Consequently, Roll, especially with the closure of several major refineries saw a county facilities. Prang said his staff ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) decrease in net cash flow and a com- adapted well to teleworking proto- mensurate reduction in fixture value, cols. Prang said. “Most of my 1,300 employees ENVIRONMENTAL The $1.76 trillion total net value were teleworking while county STATUS: Negative Declaration prepared for Sunset Boulevard Off-Site translates into approximately $17 facilities were closed to the public,” Signage Policy and addendum to the Initial Study/Negative billion in property tax that will be Prang said. “This past year has been Declaration. allocated to public services such as beyond a challenge, but we pulled education, first responders and pub- together and have produced a thor- lic health, as well as other county ough, accurate and fair roll in a time- and municipal programs and ser- ly manner.” CITY HALL IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN Monday, July 26, 2021 and will be ac- vices. Prang also reminded residents that cessible by appointment only. The staff report will be available on Thursday, “I am pleased to report that the the growth does not mean property 3.7% increase in assessed property owners will be subject to a corre- July 29, 2021 on-line at www.weho.org values in Los Angeles County repre- sponding increase on their annual sents the 11th year of consecutive property tax bills. For information, IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those growth,” Prang said. “We continue visit assessor.lacounty.gov. 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 Com- mission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Letters to the Editor Public Hearing.

If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the Fairfax Theatre article Canter’s did some remodeling years ago, which revealed items hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of brought back fond that were likely my father’s. the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. I hope that the Fairfax Theatre memories will stand as a historic-cultural ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to participate in said Public Hearing to monument. You will understand Re “Fire blackens front of express their opinion in this matter. Fairfax Theatre,” July 8 issue when I tell you how often I was deposited at dad’s restaurant and Reading about the fate of the given 12 cents to go to the the- IF YOU DO NOT HAVE COMPUTER ACCESS AND WOULD LIKE A MAILED Fairfax Theatre, I was reminded ater – by myself. I loved being COPY OF THE AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT, OR YOU NEED FURTHER IN- of its significance to my life. there. Whatever was showing Once upon a long time ago, was fine with me. Obviously, FORMATION regarding this item, contact Jennifer Davis, Senior Contract Planner my father had a small restaurant parents were more trusting in in the Planning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via with seats at a counter, a grill for those years, or mine were. email at: [email protected] a small menu and floor boards Thanks to the Beverly Press that my brother washed down on and Park Labrea News for pub- Melissa Crowder, City Clerk Sunday mornings. Canter’s bak- lishing the article. Thanks, also, ery occupies that area now. to Mr. Luftman, for his efforts as I suppose there was a written a preservationist. menu, but I don’t remember see- $" !    !   .      - ing it. Rather, I noticed food Barbara Kahn      !!  
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At midnight, an unknown suspect approached their car, Gasca unex- records allegedly showed a $35,000 Reidy, of the Violent and Organized July 12 pectedly appeared, according to the withdrawal from the victim’s retire- Crime Section, is prosecuting the committed a petty theft in the 600 At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- block of N. Robertson. affidavit. ment account, followed by Venmo, case. pect committed a burglary in the 700 block of Rexford. July 12

A vandalism incident was reported At 6:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Auto burglaries increase at shopping malls in the 100 block of N. La Cienega committed a burglary in the 8400 at 2:28 a.m. block of Fountain. From page 4

At 2:32 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- ing the break-ins for cash to support well as lots for other smaller shop- tourists. We’ve had people who have committed a grand theft in the cle parked near the corner of themselves. ping centers. They typically break flown out and had all their luggage 9700 block of Wilshire. Curson and Lexington at 2 p.m. “We were able to I.D. them and into vehicles with packages or lug- stolen.”

At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect connect them to a vehicle that was gage visible inside. Police have He said thieves often break into An unknown suspect committed a found in Hollywood,” Arnold said. found security camera footage that vehicles if they see a bag, whether it petty theft in the 1200 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the Lago Vista at 6:29 p.m. 8300 block of Sunset. “They were surviving off ill-gotten enabled them to determine what hap- contains valuables or not. gains from stealing items and pawn- pened in some instances and identify “Anything visible will lead them At 9:44 p.m., a vandalism incident July 13 ing them.” suspects. In the burglaries allegedly to break in,” he added. was reported in the 400 block of Arnold said investigators saw a involving Woodson and Hatch, Arnold surmised that suspects Rexford. At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect trend in similar auto burglaries prior police used security camera footage from the Bay Area are coming to assaulted a victim in the 8700 to the pandemic, but the break-ins and an eyewitness who allegedly Los Angeles to commit crimes block of Rangeley. subsided during stay at home orders. caught one of the suspects inside his because they are repeat offenders July 13 As businesses have started reopen- vehicle to identify the perpetrators who are already known to police in At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect July 14 ing, the trend has reemerged, he said. and a vehicle they were driving. that part of the state. He added that committed a grand theft in the 200 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- “We have seen with the COVID Arnold added that vehicle owners the two suspects arrested on July 7 block of N. Rodeo. restrictions easing that these have can take measures to prevent them- have previous arrests for similar cle parked in the 8900 block of Santa Monica at 1:30 a.m. been popping up again,” Arnold selves from becoming victims, but crimes. July 14 added. “It was a really big deal with there are no guarantees. “We want people to be aware and

At 11:47 p.m., an unknown sus- gang members coming down from “They look for out-of-state plates, to take steps to prevent them from At 1:52 a.m., a vandalism incident pect assaulted a victim in the 600 was reported near the corner of the Bay Area and San Francisco in rental cars and vehicles with pack- happening,” he said. “Malls are open block of N. Robertson. 2019 and early 2020. Now, we have ages inside,” Arnold added. “First, for business again, but don’t forget, Santa Monica and Wilshire. been seeing an uptick in the last two they check door handles to see if the suspects are also open for busi- July 15 months.” they are open. If they see something ness.” A vandalism incident was reported in the 8900 block of Olympic at At 6:18 a.m., an unknown suspect The detective said the suspects good, they will use a window- Anyone with information is urged 9:20 a.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 1000 have targeted parking lots at The smashing device to get inside. We to contact Wilshire Division auto block of Edinburgh. Grove, Beverly Center and tell people never to leave bags in burglary detectives at (213)922- At 2:50 p.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood and Highland Center, as cars. It’s particularly tough for 8271. committed a grand theft in the 300 An unknown suspect burglarized a block of N. Rodeo. vehicle parked in the 8600 block of Sunset at 12:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 400 block of N. At 2:29 p.m., an unknown suspect Opioid settlement could bring millions of dollars to L.A. Camden at 7 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 8900 block of Sunset. Los Angeles City Attorney Mike corporation, no matter how power- intended to treat. The companies At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Feuer announced on July 20 that ful, should be allowed to get away allegedly misled doctors and burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect burglarized a the city of Los Angeles will poten- with putting profits over people’s patients intentionally about the 9900 block of Sunset. vehicle parked in the 500 block of tially receive tens of millions of lives. Though no amount of money appropriate uses, risks, safety and

Almont at 10 p.m. dollars over the next 18 years to can ever replace the lives lost and efficacy of opioids, including July 15 address the opioid epidemic as part families shattered by opioid addic- downplaying the high risk of

At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect of a tentative $26-billion national tion in Los Angeles, this substantial addiction and exaggerating the An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglary in the 200 block of Gale at 800 block of N. Larrabee. settlement with distributors settlement will help prevent future benefits of continual use, Feuer 7:15 a.m. McKesson Corporation, Cardinal devastation.” added. July 16 Health, AmerisourceBergen In May 2018, Feuer sued opioid The general financial terms At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect Corporation and separately, manu- distributors McKesson Corpora- include a $26 billion settlement burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a facturer Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a tion, Cardinal Health and payable over 18 years. The distrib- 300 block of N. Crescent. burglary in the 800 block of West subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. AmerisourceBergen Corporation utors will pay approximately $21 Knoll at 4:36 a.m. In May 2018, Feuer filed a civil alleging that they regularly failed billion, with manufacturers July 16 lawsuit against six opioid manufac- in their obligation to report suspi- Johnson & Johnson contributing At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect turers and three distributors alleg- cious large and frequent orders of roughly $5 billion. At 12:19 a.m., a vandalism inci- committed a burglary in the 600 block of N. La Peer. ing fraudulent and negligent busi- prescription opioid pain pills, as Beyond the financial terms, both dent was reported in the 500 block ness practices that have fueled the required by state and federal law. the distributors and manufacturer of Elm. July 17 local and nationwide opioid crisis. As a result of the alleged willful must adhere to injunctive terms for A vandalism incident was reported From 1999 to 2019, nearly 247,000 negligence, addiction and overdose 10 years aimed at creating more in the 9300 block of Wilshire at At 12:10 a.m., an unknown sus- people in the United States died rates in Los Angeles continued to oversight and less promotion of 1:42 a.m. pect assaulted a victim in the 600 from overdoses related to prescrip- rise, Feuer said. opioids. block of N. Robertson. tion opioids, according to the In the same lawsuit, Feuer sued The CDC estimates the total eco- At 2:45 a.m., an unknown suspect Centers for Disease Control and opioid manufacturers including nomic burden of prescription opi- stole a vehicle parked near the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Prevention. Janssen Pharmaceuticals alleging oid misuse in the nation is $78.5 corner of Beverly and Wilshire. cle parked in the 800 block of N. “My goal is that the tens of mil- that the companies used false and billion a year, including the costs of San Vicente at 1:30 a.m. July 17 lions of dollars we expect from this deceptive business practices to nor- health care, lost productivity, Editor’s note: Due to technical settlement for our city will target malize aggressively prescribing addiction treatment and criminal At 5:20 p.m., an unknown suspect difficulties with the crimemapping. the intersection between substance opioid drugs, allowing prescrip- justice involvement. committed a commercial theft in com website, entries for the abuse disorder and homelessness,” tions for pain far milder than the For information, visit lacityattor- the 300 block of N. Rodeo. LAPD were not available. Feuer said. “We sued because no severe pain that the drugs were ney.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 15 July 22, 2021 Angler offers adventurous dining by Jill Weinlein

t is widely reported that British ranchers, fishermen and farmers to arrived with just one pancake, so economist John Maynard offer a carefully curated sea and we asked for another, so we each Keynes was asked shortly land menu featuring the finest could have our own. “People Ibefore his death if he had any caviar, antelope, wagyu and inquire if they can order this for regrets, and he replied “I should seafood. dessert,” the server said. “They have drunk more champagne.” For Skenes is best known for his love them.” those who realized during the pan- “Skenesian”, a slow fire-based We were advised to spread the demic that life is short, Angler cooking style. Almost every table sweet butter onto the pancake and offers a way to live it up - drink has a full view of the large open use a beautiful shell spoon to scoop more champagne and eat more kitchen. The aroma of burning a generous heap of caviar on top. caviar. wood wafts through the expansive The caviar offered a pleasing smok- When Angler SF at the bar and lounge area. iness and the banana flavor made photo courtesy of Angler Embarcadero earned a Michelin To add a whimsical touch to the this starter unique and memorable. The radicchio salad is a culinary adventure in appearance and taste, and Star in 2019, restaurateur and chef elegant atmosphere is the music My husband enjoyed a glass of comes with a special napkin to catch any splattering. Joshua Skenes added this accolade playlist streaming top 1980s songs. 2019 Ferlat Pinot Grigio Rosa. The to his three Michelin stars earned at As we made our dinner selec- shiny copper colored wine offers Saison. He is the first and only chef tions, we looked over Angler’s delicate floral notes, yellow fruit, garlic, shallots, radicchio, honey using his fire cooking method and to earn Michelin stars cooking sole- award-winning wine program cherry and strawberry. It was fresh, and vinegar. Watching each cut brushing with butter. Plated on a ly over open fire, and is considered emphasizing wines of Burgundy, as young and had a pleasing minerali- bleed onto the plate was quite dra- melted cheese and chive sauce, the by many as one of the best fine-din- well as some of our favorites from ty that paired nicely with the caviar. matic and the salad is layered with potato is crispy and crunchy on the ing chefs on the West Coast. Napa and Sonoma. Our server rec- In the raw bar section, there are appealing flavors. Another culinary outside, and soft and warm on the With his success, he opened ommended two wines to enjoy with four surf-and-turf items including adventure was the ember roasted inside. Angler in the Beverly Center before the first dish of caviar and banana bivalves ($4 each), antelope tartare beets. Layers of interesting textures We finished with a tall swirl of the pandemic. Located on the pancakes, a very popular item on ($24), ceviche ($16) and tuna combined with a crumble on top delicious soft-serve ice cream pre- ground floor, it’s hidden from La the menu. Pouring a 2018 Golden ($20). The silvery white sea bream had a delightful smoky essence sented in a sundae cup, and happily Cienega Blvd., tucked inside the Mullet Fury Semillon by Alpha ceviche marinated in a delicious with each bite. watched our server pour warm salt- parking structure at a valet circle. Box & Dice into a thin-stemmed leches de tigre, seaweed and fish The fish and meat are cooked in ed caramel sauce on top as the ice During the pandemic, Angler tem- glass, an aroma of nectarine and sauce was delivered in a beautiful the kitchen fireplace. 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Call (818)359-8239 for appointment and orders 4532 Rinetti Lane, Suite C La Canada 16 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News The Academy supports 2021 Film Scholars Samantha N. Sheppard and J.E. ma. She is also the author of during the Hollywood blacklist Smyth have been named 2021 “Sporting Blackness: Race, period. Academy Film Scholars by the Embodiment, and Critical Muscle “Today, many people think Academy of Motion Picture Arts Memory on Screen,” and has pub- Golden Age Hollywood was domi- and Sciences. lished essays on Black film and nated by men. They’ve forgotten The annual grant is awarded to media. Mary C. McCall Jr., the three-time scholars whose projects are focused “I am thrilled to receive recogni- president of the Screen Writers on aspects of filmmaking and the tion and support from the Academy Guild who had the guts to sue film industry. Their respective book for this book project, especially as Howard Hughes at the height of the projects are titled “A Black W/hole: the growing visibility of Black blacklist,” Smyth said. “It’s time to Phantom Cinemas and the women in front of and behind the remember her, and I’m thrilled and Reimagining of Black Women’s camera provides an occasion, if not honored that the Academy is sup- photo courtesy of KCCLA Media Histories” and “Maisie: The the imperative, to examine Black porting her biography.” The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles will showcase an exhibit of Rise and Fall of Hollywood’s Most women’s cultural production and The Academy Foundation, the works by artist Nam June Paik at the San Francisco Museum of Powerful Woman.” The Academy’s impact on the past, present and organization’s cultural and educa- Modern Art. Educational Grants Committee will future media landscape,” Sheppard tional division, annually awards award $25,000 each to Sheppard said. grants to film scholars, cultural and Smyth for their projects. Smyth resides in England and is organizations and film festivals “For the third year in a row, we a professor at the University of throughout the U.S. and abroad. KCCLA launches online program are delighted to support the brilliant Warwick. She is the author of sev- Through the foundation, the research of two women scholars,” eral books about the entertainment Academy also presents screenings examining Korean art at SFMOMA said Marcus Hu and Sara Rose, industry, including “Nobody’s Girl and other public programs. Academy Grants Committee co- Friday: The Women Who Ran For grant guidelines and infor- The Korean Cultural Center Los cuss their picks and the interesting chairs. “Sheppard and Smyth’s Hollywood,” and is a contributing mation, contact Grants Director Angeles presents the online project stories behind them. The online insightful examinations of their writer for Cineaste. Her book pro- Shawn Guthrie by emailing “Korean Art in America: San project was created so KCCLA’s respective topics will be meaning- ject, “Maisie: The Rise and Fall of [email protected], or visit Francisco Museum of Modern audiences can conveniently enjoy ful contributions to the study of Hollywood’s Most Powerful oscars.org/filmscholars. Art,” which will be available for art through online platforms. film history, filmmaking and the Woman,” is the first biography of viewing on KCCLA’s YouTube Born in Seoul during the industry as a whole. We look for- Mary C. McCall Jr., who in 1942 channel. Japanese occupation of Korea, ward to seeing the outcome of their became the first woman to be elect- The new virtual exhibition of Nam June Paik lived and worked hard work.” ed president of the Screen Writers Korean art in major American in Japan, Germany and the U.S., Sheppard is an associate profes- Guild. museums will start off with a cura- reflecting a global connectedness sor at Cornell University. Her book McCall guided Hollywood tor-led tour of the Korean Gallery that transcended borders and cul- project, “A Black W/hole: Phantom screenwriters through their first and special exhibition tural differences. He studied music Cinemas and the Reimagining of contract negotiations and credit dis- “Retrospective of Visionary Artist theory and trained as a musician Black Women’s Media Histories,” putes, and led the Council of Nam June Paik” at SFMOMA. before experimenting with perfor- will address the voids in cinema Hollywood Guilds and Unions at The video project is introduced by mance and technology in the and media scholarship relating to the end of World War II. She built a Rudolf Frieling, curator of media 1960s as a means of expanding his Black women’s creative practices, network of feminists who fought arts for the museum, and Andrea artistic production. He developed a histories, traditions and discourses. for recognition in the American Nitsche-Krupp, assistant curator of multidisciplinary practice across Through a series of case studies, film industry, and ultimately sacri- media arts, who will examine media that includes live perfor- Sheppard’s book will provide histo- ficed her career to defend the last J.E. Smith’s book “Nobody’s Girl works by artist Nam June Paik that mances, global television broad- ries and re-imaginings of Black remnants of the guild’s contract and Friday” preceeded her latest bridge art, music, performance and casts, single-channel videos and women’s impact on American cine- commitment to freedom of speech technology in groundbreaking video installations. book project. ways. The curators will also dis- For information, visit kccla.org. Get the Delivered Every Thursdayy.. 2 WWaays too Subscribe! 1. Receive the Beverly Press wihith your Los Ange les Times subscription.

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• BH OKs Slow Streets pg. 3 Sunny, with • Fatal police highhs in the chasse ends in 60s and 70s Fairfax pg. 4 Local resident helped flight VVoolume 31 No. 9 Serving the Beverly Hills, WWeest Hollywood, Hancock Park and WWiilshire Communities March 4, 2021 TTwwo Georgia men charged BHUSD elementary students to in Melrroose arreea murder n Robbery cited as possible motive begin in-person classes next week BY EDWIN FOLVEN were identified as Robert Aikens, n District, union sign 22, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, Police have arrested two men for and Shidreyius McClinton, 20, a off on plan allegedly murdering a male victim resident of Atlanta. The body of the on Feb. 26 in a residential neighbor- victim, Nazeer Ejua Defares, 24, of BY CAMERON KISZLA hood south of the Melrose Avenue Decatur, Georgia, was found by cit- museum get off the ground shopping district. izens at approximately 6:40 p.m. WWiith the Beverly Hills Unified Police said they linked the two near the corner of Gardner Street School District planning to suspects, who allegedly knew the and Rosewood AAvvenue. Capt. resume in-person elementary victim, to the crime through undis- Shannon Paulson, of the LAPD’s school classes next week, the dis- closed evidence and worked with WWiilshire Division, attended a virtual trict and the Beverly Hills the FBI’s Fugitive TTaaassk Force to Education Association, the teach- locate and arrest them. The suspects See Crimes page 26 ers union, finalized their agree- ment on a return to in-person Fuller Avenue resident Elwood A. Teague, right, and aviation classes. The district had planned to return students in transitional kindergaarten through second grade on March 4 and students in third through fifth grade on March expert Paul Burkhardt examined a $10,000 model of a German 8. Last month, however, the photo by Justin Sayers BHUSD elementary school students, including those at Hawthorne BHEA filed an unfair practice charge with the Public Elementary School, will return to in-person classes soon. Employment Relations Board. The legal action points out that in were below 10,” BHEA were below 10 – would help keep December, the union and district Certificated President Alana students and staffff safe,” Castanon World War I airplane that was part of an opening exhibition at Los “agreed that grades TK-2 would Castanon said in an email. added. not move to in-person instruction “The parties also negotiated As of Feb. 24 –
the date the photo courtesy of Peter Nichols until Los Angeles County protective procedures that – Angeles’ History of Flight Museum in this photograph from the July Arrests have been made in an alleged murder and robbery last week. COVID-19 adjusted case rates assuming the adjusted case rates See Schools page 25 Bottini, women’s and LGBT advocate, dies at 94 n WeHo leaders pay Sunset Strip restaurant 15, 1965, issue of the Park Labrea News. Teague, who was chairman tribute to prominent former resident sues WeHo,,y L.A. County n Health department restaurant to close. BY JUUSSTIN SAYERS The refurbished Classic Cat forced closure restaurant now might be closed Ivy Bottini, a longtime WWeeesst BY JJUUSSTTIINN SAYYEERRSS for good after city and county of the United Financial Corporation of California at the time, had a Hollywood resident and artist who inspectors issued a citation to the spent more than five decades fight- The owners of a Sunset Strip restaurant last month, ordering ing for lesbian and women’s rights, restaurant are suing the city of the restaurant to shut its doors by died on Feb. 25. She was 94. WWeesst Hollywwood and the Los March 5, according to co-owner Her death was announced by Angeles Department of Public Donn Berdahl. members of the WWeesst Hollywood Health, alleging the entities The restaurant was originally lifelong interest in aviation and founded the museum, once located City Council, including Mayor incorrectly labeled their outdoor Lindsey Horvath, who ordered the patio as indoor, forcing the See Restaurant page 25 city’s flags to be flown at half-staffff starting on Monday, March 1 – also

the first day of WWoomen’s History photo by Jon Viscott/courtesy of the city of West Hollywood Month. Ivy Bottini, one of the founders of the National Organization for Women on Sepulveda Boulevard near Los Angeles International Airport. It “Luckily, Ivy called [WWeest in New York City, died at 94. Hollywood] home for decades,” Horvath wrote on TTwwitter. “WWee are grateful for her imprint on our city City and discovered a passion for years, despite knowing early on in and the fight for full equality for graphic design and artistry while her life that she was attracted to women and LGBTQIA community. attending the Pratt Institute School women. featured aviation artifacts, documents, photographs and exhibits. The I’m incredibly lucky to have had a of Art. She worked as a graphic “The week before our wedding, I personal relationship [with] an icon designer and illustrator, including suddenly couldn’t swallow. It was who blazed trails for generations to 16 years for Newsday, a position like somebody had me by throat,” come. Her artwork hangs in my she held until her move to Bottini said in an interview with the home, her voice shows up in my California in the early 1970s. Lavender Effffect, an organization thoughts, her spirit will always be She married her husband, that advances the future of museum was a precursor to the Flight Path Museum at LAX, which photo courtesy of Classic Cat in my heart. … May she rest in Edward Bottini, in 1952. They had LGTBQ+ heritage and culture, power.” two daughters, Laura and Lisa. She The owners of the Classic Cat restaurant claim the retractable roof is located at 6661 Imperial Highway and pays tribute to aviation pio- Bottini was born in New YYoork stayed with her husband for 16 See Advocate page 26 makes the dining area an outdoor patio. neers and the economic importance of the aviation and aerospace industries to Southern California. For information, visit flightpath- lax.com. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 17 July 22, 2021

‘A Quiet Place Part II’ builds a rich On Screen

WITH world and a few striking thrills TIM POSADA n The highly anticipated sequel premiered in theaters last month but arrived on Paramount+ last week

A sad truth: a sequel or spinoff to a rich expanding world with more ter Regan’s (Millicent Simmonds) “A Quiet Place” would face an corners to explore. cochlear implant throws the crea- uphill challenge replicating what World building is the key here. tures into a tizzy, allowing for a made the 2018 horror darling such Part I slowly introduced a unique strategic headshot. a memorable experience. John dystopian landscape: unknown Spoiler of the original: “A Quiet Krasinski, director of both – and beings attack anything that makes a Place” enjoys one of the best end- co-lead of the first –knows that as sound, forcing all remaining ings of all time (I say this without photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures the second chapter in the Abbott humans into hiding and a much hyperbole), and the sequel begins Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds and Noah Jupe struggle to survive in a family’s fight against aliens with quieter daily routine. Come the cli- moments later, following a flash- dystopian world inhabited by aliens in “A Quiet Place II.” very astute hearing feels less like, max, the family learns that ampli- back sequence depicting day one of well, a quiet place and more akin to fying the sound from oldest daugh- the invasion from the fam’s per- spective. Evelyn (Emily Blunt) array of survivors friendly and hos- blown horrifying. But the few jolts rushes to safety with her three chil- tile throughout scenes that gush and jumps that arrive allow dren, one born the night before and dystopian vibes familiar to fans of Krasinski to flex some splendid kept safely hushed in a custom box Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road.” directing choices. Notably, juxta- with an oxygen mask (that might “Part II” isn’t as fresh and origi- posing sequences expertly dance complicate matters later on). nal as the former, but it hardly loses between conflicts across plotlines. The Abbotts soon cross paths momentum. Perhaps the only Krasinski’s screenplay certainly with an old friend, Emmett (Cillian downside – or upside, depending helps, but film editor Michael P. Murphy), who wishes to remain on your reception to the original – Shawver (“Black Panther,” alone following his many losses. In is more dialogue compared to the “Creed,” “Fruitvale Station”) a move familiar to any franchise nearly voiceless first one. deserves as much credit for their with hopes for grandeur – “Star American Sign Language still execution. Wars,” “Lord of the Rings,” remains prominent, but Regan, a This series is a rightful heir to “Avengers” – characters splinter in deaf character performed by a deaf “The Twilight Zone,” capitalizing search of safety from all those big actor, must learn to communicate on a singular sci-fi topic and exam- bads. with others outside her family with ining how it creates a chain reac- This allows middle child Marcus little or no experience in such cir- tion that affects the world there- (Noah Jupe) to learn some hard cumstances. after. Come “Part II,” the conceptu- lessons about bad – actually more Simmonds’ shared scenes, par- al commitment gives way to some- like clumsy – choices, while Regan ticularly with Murphy, a remark- thing more attainable. That might photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures establishes herself as the primary able performer with a long resume, disappoint folks hoping for a repeat Millicent Simmonds, as Regan, gives a remarkable performance in “A protagonist and heroine of the reveal an incredible performer. Of of the same, but some things can’t Quiet Place II.” series. Along with monsters from course, she handles the more work twice without devolving into off planet, the Abbotts confront an thrilling sequences with appropri- a tired trope. ate zeal, but her role expands along This one will likely set the tone with those acting chops, delivering for the inevitable threequel and on the promise of the first film’s other rumored spinoffs. Hopefully AMC plans reopening for theaters at The Grove climax. there’s room for originality, but for For horror fans, “Part II” doesn’t now, “A Quiet Place Part II” still AMC Entertainment Holdings provide as many jumps along the enjoys solid pacing and concern for has announced that it has reached way. It plays more like an intense its characters’ emotional trajecto- an agreement with Caruso to lease episode of “Stranger Things,” veer- ries. That dual purpose serves this The Grove Theatre and The ing toward thrilling more than full- entry quite well. Americana at Brand Theatre, which are expected to reopen in August. The theaters, both formerly oper- ated by Pacific Theatres, have been closed for more than a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Grove Theatre features 14 screens and The Americana at Brand Theatre, located in Glendale, offers 18 screens. In 2018, The Grove Theatre was the second highest grossing movie theater in the Los Angeles area, and The Americana at Brand Theatre was the fifth high- est grossing movie theater. AMC remains in discussions with other photo courtesy of The Grove property owners regarding reopen- AMC plans to reopen the movie theaters at The Grove and The ing additional venues that are cur- Americana in August. rently closed. Upon reopening, guests can expect many of AMC’s most popu- And, we are eager to get started as lar amenities including enhanced soon as possible, showcasing for food and beverage offerings and our guests at these two theaters the AMC Stubs, a loyalty and subscrip- exciting lineup of movies sched- “We are excited tion service that includes AMC uled throughout the rest of 2021.” to partner with Stubs A-List. In the coming “Nothing can replace the movie- months, AMC will significantly going experience. Even with the AMC, the best enhance the premium movie-going advancement of technology bring- management team options by renovating three audito- ing content to us in the comfort of riums and introducing three premi- our homes, going to the movies in the business ... um large format screens at each the- remains an important part of our Los Angeles, ater. An IMAX at AMC, Dolby lives because nothing can ever welcome back Cinema at AMC and PRIME at replace the shared experience of AMC all will be offered at both the- being in a movie theater. Simply to the movies.” aters. put, some movies are made to be “The Grove and The Americana enjoyed together,” said Rick Rick Caruso, at Brand theatres are among the Caruso, founder and CEO of founder and CEO most successful theaters in the Caruso. “We are excited to partner of Caruso greater Los Angeles area, and we with AMC, the best management look forward to delivering the high- team in the business with a laser quality experience for guests visit- focus on the guest experience. ing these theaters that AMC is AMC has the largest footprint of known for in the Los Angeles area theaters in the world, giving them creating cherished memories for and nationally,” AMC CEO and global authority on innovation. As years to come. Los Angeles, wel- President Adam Aron said. “AMC we look ahead to reopening, we are come back to the movies.” is proud to be expanding in the confident that we will continue to For information, visit thegrov- movie-making capital of the world. see audiences at our movie theaters ela.com and amctheatres.com. 18 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

Filmforum is moving to Arts + Archives Museum refreshes red carpet exhibit Los Angeles Filmforum will be joining several other arts non-prof- its in a new space at 2220 Beverly Blvd., one block west of Alvarado. The venue will be known as 2220 Arts + Archives. Filmforum, the Poetic Research Bureau, Mythscience (a poetry and archive organization) and The Unwrinkled Ear and Black Editions music series are among the organi- zations that will be doing program- ming there. photo courtesy of KCRW The space, formerly known as The Bootleg Theater will now be known as 2220 Arts + Archives. the Bootleg Theater, will remain a multidisciplinary arts venue, welcoming more jazz, international film and adventurous music record- launching in September. It will be and experimental music. There will ings. run as an arts cooperative, built be a healthy schedule of readings Filmforum lost its primary venue from different non-profits and event and book launches, and ideally, in at the Spielberg Theatre at the series that focus on non-commer- the months to come, out-of-the- Egyptian because Netflix bought cial, diverse, adventurous program- ordinary performance art. the Egyptian and are removing the ming. It is intentionally a mix of art Organizers are also inviting Spielberg Theatre as part of their disciplines, including screenings, nomadic groups in the neighbor- renovation plans. concerts, readings, and perfor- hood to program as well, like Angel Filmforum will continue to have mances. City Jazz and FilAm Arts. There online screenings this summer, and The films will be non-commer- will be books and recordings in fall dates will start to be announced cial, artist-driven works. On the which people will be able to do later. For information, visit lafilm- music front, the organizations are research in poetry, experimental forum.org. LACCD may receive grant funding The Los Angeles Community congressional earmarks, which pro- grams and pursue a path out of College District was awarded five vide for direct funding for specific poverty for themselves and their community project funding grants projects in larger spending bills, families. in the fiscal year 2022 funding bill were reintroduced this year after a “As the country’s largest commu- passed by the full House 10-year moratorium. Each one must nity college district with nearly a Appropriations Committee on July be publicly sponsored by a member quarter-million students, LACCD 15, providing $2.85 million in dedi- of Congress, and LACCD was plays a disproportionate role in pro- cated funding to a variety of pro- awarded five from five different viding the skills-based education for grams, including workforce devel- legislators. the next generation of California’s opment, student support services Of the five grants, totaling $2.85 workforce,” said Trustee Mike photo courtesy of the Grammy Museum and a basic needs pilot. million, $975,000 was sponsored by Fong, chair of the LACCD Taylor Swift’s dress from the red carpet at the 63rd annu- “The Los Angeles Community U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) Legislative and Public Affairs al Grammy Awards is now on display at the museum. College District thanks our support- for a student basic needs pilot at Los Committee. “These project funding ive local representatives for this Angeles City College that would be requests will allow for an expansion The Grammy Museum has added pieces from the 63rd Grammy opportunity for funding that would used to support 500 unique students of many of the programs most rele- Awards and the 21st Latin Grammy Awards to its “On The Red Carpet” ensure that a high-quality education enrolled in at least six units. In addi- vant to these good jobs of the exhibit. is available to all families in Los tion to providing direct resources future.” Now on display are fashions worn by Phoebe Bridgers, Alex Cuba, Angeles County for years to come,” such as food aid, housing assistance, The House Appropriations bills Kany García, Alana Haim from HAIM, Lupita Infante, Natalia Jiménez, LACCD Board of Trustees President health services and essential will be advanced to the House floor Miranda Lambert, Víctor Manuelle, Megan Thee Stallion, Christian Steve Veres said. “The programs expense assistance, the LACC and will likely be taken up at the end Nodal, Lionel Richie, Harry Styles and Taylor Swift. The pieces will be supported by this dedicated funding Basic Needs Project will provide of July. They will need to be recon- on display through spring 2022. will give countless students the textbooks, test fees, course supplies, ciled with the Senate Established in 2008, the Grammy Museum is a nonprofit organization resources they need to get the most transportation, success coaches and Appropriations bills and then voted dedicated to cultivating a greater understanding of the history and sig- out of their college experience.” tutoring for the program partici- on by both the Senate and House nificance of music through exhibits, education, grants, preservation ini- The community project funding pants, empowering them to com- before being signed by the presi- tiatives and public programming. grants, previously referred to as plete their chosen educational pro- dent. For information, visit grammymuseum.org.

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LACMA Art + Technology grant recipients named The Los Angeles County Museum of Art announced the recipients of its 2021 Art + Technology grants, which include monetary and in-kind support for projects that engage emerging technologies. LACMA issued the 2021 request for proposals in December 2020, and the museum received more than 900 submissions, the most in the program’s eight-year history. The grant recipients selected for 2021 will explore reimagined ideas for rocket science, virtual reality, photo by Joshua White/JWPictures.com 3D video, multiplayer game spaces “Made in L.A. 2020: a version” is on view at The Huntington Library, Art and video gaming technology. The Art + Technology Lab and Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino. its artist projects receive the sup- port of an advisory board com- photo courtesy of LACMA posed of innovators across a vari- Lukas Avendaño, EYIBRA (Abraham Brody), NNUX (Ana Lopez) and Hammer honors artists at ety of technological industries. Oswaldo Erreve will work with performance, virtual reality and 3D Advisory board members lend video to express the muxe identity of the Zapotec people of Mexico. their experience and expertise and ‘Made in L.A. 2020’ exhibit help drive the conversation around The Hammer Museum on July emerging or under-recognized how museums will use new tech- Technology Lab. “Though much of lab’s mission as a space that sup- 15 announced that Kandis artists. nology in the future. the world was closed or restricted ports experiments in design, cre- Williams will receive the $100,000 “Kandis Williams challenges the “This spring, we reopened during this time, artists continued ative entrepreneurship, collabora- Mohn Award honoring artistic status quo with not only her art LACMA’s galleries after more to innovate and create. This year, tion, and interdisciplinary dia- excellence, in conjunction with practice but also in her writing and than a year of closure due to the we received an overwhelming logue.” “Made in L.A. 2020: a version.” publishing work. The Mohn Award pandemic,” said Joel Ferree, pro- response to our request for artist For information, visit The museum will also produce a celebrates the clarity and strength gram director of the Art + proposals … which reaffirms the lacma.org/lab. monograph of Williams’s work as of her polymath voice,” said Ann part of the Mohn Award. Philbin, director of the Hammer Monica Majoli will receive the Museum. “The Career Parks After Dark embarks for summer Career Achievement Award honor- Achievement Award recognizes The Los Angeles County Supervisors, Department of Arts and ing brilliance and resilience, and Monica Majoli’s contributions as Department of Parks and Culture, Probation Department, Fulton Leroy Washington (MR. an integral part of the Los Angeles Recreation has welcomed back its Department of Public Social WASH) will receive the Public art community as artist and teacher. award-winning program Parks After Services, Sheriff’s Department and Recognition Award, as chosen by And it’s no surprise that MR. Dark at 33 parks this summer. Chief Executive Office. visitors to the Made in L.A. 2020 WASH’s heartfelt paintings res- Residents are invited to join for The schedule and lineup varies by exhibition at both the Hammer onated with our visitors who voted Friday night movies, activities, art park each week. For locations, Museum and The Huntington him their favorite artist for the and health workshops, and Saturday schedules and more, visit Library, Art Museum, and Public Recognition Award. We are night live concerts. parks.lacounty.gov/PAD. Botanical Gardens. Majoli and thrilled to honor these three artists PAD is open to all ages and pro- MR. WASH will each receive and their work.” vides youth and their families $25,000. “Made in L.A. 2020: a version” expanded opportunities to experi- Funded by Los Angeles philan- was organized by independent ence healthy recreation and active thropists and art collectors Jarl and curators Myriam Ben Salah and lifestyles. Since starting in 2010 at Pamela Mohn, the Mohn Awards Lauren Mackler, with the three parks, PAD has expanded, have been given to artists with each Hammer’s Ikechukwu enabling thousands of community edition of the Made in L.A. bienni- Onyewuenyi, assistant curator of members to participate and enjoy al, which began in 2012. In con- performance, in partnership with quality programming outdoors at junction with this year’s awards, The Huntington Library, Art their local park. the Mohns have committed an Museum, and Botanical Gardens. The program offers more than 250 additional $5.15 million to create The exhibition is on view through movie screenings and 200 free con- two endowments to support future Aug. 1. certs throughout the summer and is Mohn Awards, the Made in L.A. The Hammer Museum is locat- led by the department, with strong exhibitions and acquisitions of ed at 10899 Wilshire Blvd. support from the county’s Board of Petersen to host hot rod gathering Sunday The Petersen Automotive Museum will host its annual Bruce Meyer’s All-American Cruise-In, one of the largest hot rod gathers in Los Angeles, with special pro- gramming celebrating the godfa- ther of hot rodding, Ed “Isky” Iskenderian’s, 100th birthday. The cruise-in will present a wide selection of classic and modern American performance and custom cars with a massive turnout of hot rods. Spectators are also invited to attend a panel discussion about the history of hot rodding moderated by “Hot Rod Empire” author Matt Stone. In addition to the guest of honor Iskenderian, panel guests will include drag racers Don Prudhomme, Don Prieto, “Gentleman” Joe Schubeck, Alex Xydias, Ed Pink, Tommy Ivo and photo courtesy of Kahn Media Petersen founding chairman Bruce The annual Bruce Meyer’s All-American Cruise-In will be held on the Meyer. Meyer will be signing his third level of the Petersen Museum parking garage. new book “Deuce!” about the 1932 Ford and its place in hot rod cul- ture. Stone and Iskenderian will be cars,” said Petersen Executive himself.” signing Stone’s new biography Director Terry L. Karges. “Bruce Bruce Meyer’s American Car about Iskenderian’s life, “ISKY.” Meyer’s American Car Cruise-in Cruise-In will be held Sunday, July “Each month, our Breakfast will deliver all that and more with 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Club cruise-ins gather enthusiasts the addition of the special panel the third level of the Petersen’s from every corner of Los Angeles discussion about hot rodding star- parking garage. To learn more for a morning of conversation, ring the man who brought the about the event, please visit laughter and some truly amazing hobby to life, Ed ‘Isky’ Iskenderian petersen.org/events/american. 20 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

Clarkson Show”); Gregory Zarian offered a match challenge of (“Westworld”); and Marc Malkin, $75,000, agreeing to match dona- Project Angel Food raises over $1.1 million senior editor for Variety. tions coming in over an hour up to Project Angel Food held its “Lead Food Executive Director Richard to the Project Angel Food All Star City National Bank donated $75,000. The match was reached in With Love 2021 Telethon” on July Ayoub said. “The success of this Angels, including Jonathan Adams $100,000 during the telethon and 27 minutes. 18 and raised more than $1.1 mil- tells me Los Angeles is with us (“Last Man Standing”); actor, Love, author and host of “The The telethon also included a spe- lion, far surpassing the fundraising every step of the way.” activist and longtime Project Angel Real,” presented $25,000 in win- cial tribute to Chef Randy goal of $800,000. Ayoub said Project Angel Food is Food supporter Joely Fisher; nings from her recent appearance on Nakamura by celebrity chefs Cat Hosted by “Will & Grace” star grateful to receive support to contin- Jonathan Del Arco (“Star Trek: ABC’s “Celebrity Family Feud.” Cora and Stuart O’Keeffe, and actor Eric McCormack and KTLA anchor ue expanding service for people in Picard”); Beth Hall (“Mom”); Actress Jamie Lee Curtis, who Brad Garrett, who met Nakamura at Jessica Holmes, along with co-hosts need. Project Angel Food prepares Lauren Tom (“Friends”); Kirsten called in live via Skype, made a Project Angel Food. Loni Love and Alec Mapa, the pro- and delivers more than one million Vangsness (“Criminal Minds”); $10,000 gift from her family foun- For information, visit gram opened with a surprise greet- medically-tailored meals annually. Lawrence Zarian (“The Kelly dation. The Herb Ritts Foundation angelfood.org. ing from Ringo Starr. Donations The Celebrity Call Lounge was started pouring in. hosted by Mapa, who was joined by “I am overwhelmed with grati- friends of Project Angel Food. tude and inspiration,” Project Angel Donors had an opportunity to speak CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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

LOCATIONS: 8901 SUNSET BOULEVARD, West Hollywood, California

REQUEST: Applicant is proposing to replace an existing static V-shaped billboard with a new V-shaped billboard containing both static and digital faces on a property designated as a cultural re- source, subject to a development agreement and as part of the Sunset Boulevard Off-Site Signage Policy.

PERMIT(S): Certificate of Appropriateness, Development Agreement, Sign Permit, Zone Map Amendment, and any other required permits. photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Project Angel Food Actor and comedian Alec Mapa, left, and Project Angel Food Executive APPLICANT(S): Andrew Bilanzich, ACE Outdoor (Afriat Consulting Group, Director Richard Ayoub had fun on the red carpet during the “Lead With Inc.) Love 2021 Telethon.” TIME/PLACE Teleconference Meeting OF HEARING: Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. BH celebrates enhancements This meeting will be a teleconferenced meeting (with de- tailed instructions for participation included on the posted around ‘Takeaway’ sculpture agenda). ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan)

ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Negative Declaration prepared for Sunset Boulevard Off-Site Signage Policy and CEQA conformance analysis.

CITY HALL IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN Monday, July 26, 2021 and will be ac- cessible by appointment only. The staff report will be available on Thursday, July 29, 2021 on-line at www.weho.org and the material boards for this project will be available for viewing at City Hall by appointment only.

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 Com- mission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

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.

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

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE COMPUTER ACCESS AND WOULD LIKE A MAILED COPY OF THE AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT, IF YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO VIEW THE MATERIAL BOARDS, OR YOU NEED FURTHER photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills INFORMATION regarding this item, contact Jennifer Davis, Senior Contract Plan- The Beverly Hills City Council and the city’s Arts and Culture Commission gathered on July 15 at the “Takeaway” sculpture by ner in the Planning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via artist Tom Friedman, located on the Rodeo Drive block of Beverly email at: [email protected] Gardens Park, to unveil a new landscape design that enhances the art- work. The sculpture was commissioned by the city of Beverly Hills Melissa Crowder, City Clerk and installed in 2018. Arts and Culture Vice Chair Liliana Filipovic, left, was joined by Councilman Julian Gold, Vice Mayor Lili Bosse, Councilman Lester Friedman, Mayor Bob Wunderlich, Arts and $" !    !          Culture Commissioners Stephanie Vahn, Michael Smooke, Maralee . - Beck, Zale Richard Rubins and Karla Gordy Bristol, and Councilman      !!  
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Committee 2021 median holiday members approved a provision plaints were not being filed with décor display. However, how the that requires employers to offer the “labor board.” city will celebrate the holidays is up laid-off employees any position for “I have to say that I’m sad about in the air. which that employee is qualified. all of this because I think it’s been Prior to COVID-19, the city had The employee has 10 days to very divisive,” she added. “I think hosted BOLD (Beverly Hills Open accept, and if the employee is not making our hotels out to be evil is Later Days) Holidays, an event that recalled, the employer must speci- very sad, especially since they brought Beverly Hills’ streets to fy why within 30 days. have always done what the city has life with performances, activities Additionally, any successor asked. They have always accom- and music. Rodeo Drive employer will be required to main- modated us. They’ve always tried Committee President Kathy Gohari tain a list of laid-off workers from to work with the city, and they’ve said organizers are “unsure” of the previous establishment and provided a lot.” what they will be able to do this hire each eligible worker for no More than 90 people signed up winter. less than 90 days during the reten- to speak at the meeting. A signifi- “We don’t necessarily want to tion period. This could apply to cant number of them were hotel invite 30,000 people [to Beverly any new hotel that occupies the workers and representatives of Hills] in one night,” she said. “We former home of The Standard, for UNITE HERE Local 11, who don’t want to do that, but we want example. spoke in favor of the proposed photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills to create some kind of energy so As far as training, the council ordinance and outlined the difficul- that the merchants feel like they're Businesses are still scheduled to stay open late this holiday season, but voted to require hotels to contract ties of their jobs – or former jobs. not the only ones standing in the BOLD organizers are still determining what other activities may be in with a certified housekeeping Santa Monica City store.” store. training organization annually. Councilwoman Gleam Davis also Gohari said, more than in previ- The most contentious part of the spoke in favor of the ordinance, ous years, various brands are Gohari said she can’t guarantee John Mirisch said. ordinance dealt with workload which was modeled after one reaching out, seeking opportunities that all the stores will be open, but Staff had requested that the city standards and compensation. For passed in Santa Monica a few to spend marketing dollars on “lit- the committee is reaching out to resume penalties and interest on hotels with fewer than 40 rooms, years ago. tle installations.” She said the com- businesses and their corporate business taxes and lift restrictions housekeepers can clean no more “I just wanted to let you know panies are curious about what they offices about the event. on third party delivery service fees than 4,000 square feet of floor that the projections of hotel apoca- can and cannot do. “The stores that are consistently on Sept. 25, while repealing the space per eight hour day; for hotels lypse were completely unfounded. “Hopefully, we can continue that not participating are the much relaxation of non-conforming signs with more than 40 rooms, that fig- …Our hotels are thriving,” she partnership in the holiday season,” smaller stores that are either insin- and removing the city manager’s ure is 3,500 square feet. said. “We’re on the rise and the Gohari added. uating they don’t have the staffing, authority to close streets on Aug. The various provisions will ordinance in no way affected our Chief among the council’s con- the budget, or they don’t have the 26. become effective on different days. ability to deal with the COVID cerns was the number of businesses traffic,” Gohari said. Councilman Mirisch noted that Personal security devices, as well emergency. …[The provisions] that would take advantage of the During its regular meeting, the the agenda was put together prior as compensation and workload will be good for workers. They event and stay open late. council had planned to revise — or to the county announcement, changes, will be required by Jan. 1, will be good for your economy, Councilman Julian Gold said the at least discuss — its urgency ordi- which certainly changed the direc- 2022. The “right-to-recall” and and it’s the right thing to do.” city looks “foolish” when stores nance at the request of staff. It had tion the city was headed. Mayor training provisions will be required Some speakers called for the close early during BOLD. previously removed social distanc- Robert Wunderlich agreed. by July 1, 2022. city to do an economic study prior “I hope that’s a big number,” he ing requirements, a prohibition on “Tonight does not seem to be the Mayor Pro Tempore Lauren to approving the ordinance. said. “Obviously, we’re making a internet fee increases and a suspen- night to repeal the things we put Meister voted against the ordi- Morrill, of the West Hollywood significant investment in that. I sion of non-recyclable bag regula- into place to help our businesses,” nance. She expressed several con- chamber, was among them. She hope that the folks who were push- tions, among other things, at its he added. cerns, especially with the compen- said the city doesn’t know how the ing BOLD as a concept recognize meeting on June 24. The council unanimously voted sation and workload language. ordinance will impact its hotels. that it is a two-way street and “Is it prudent to move forward to continue any further discussions Meister called for the city to “We are not Santa Monica. We they’re prepared to support it, but with a repeal with that uncertainty? on repealing the city’s emergency instead adopt a credit system, an are not Long Beach,” Morrill said, they have to hold up their end of That’s the question we should be regulations until a later, unspeci- equitable workload system that adding that the ordinance was a the deal.” asking ourselves,” Councilman fied date. factors in details such as room size. “tourism cap.” In general, she questioned some Other speakers raised concerns of the UNITE HERE Local 11 about city services and whether Congress members propose homeless housing act workers’ claims. Meister said they will continue to be funded if some of the grievances aired – the ordinance impacts the city’s U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein and any combination of operations and sive response through housing com- such as employers not paying transient occupancy tax revenues. Alex Padilla and U.S. Rep. Ted capital building costs as long as bined with social services and pro- overtime or allowing breaks – City staff assured residents that Lieu (all D-Calif.) on July 15 intro- housing and services requirements grams.” were illegal and regulated by a services are funded via the recent- duced the Fighting Homelessness are fulfilled; and requires grantees government agency, but the com- ly-approved budget. Through Services and Housing Act, to track outcomes and report on a bill to increase federal resources to housing stability and improvements battle homelessness. The bill autho- in health and wellbeing, including rizes $1 billion in grants annually the education of children. for the next five years for local gov- Grants may go to local govern- ernments to combat homelessness. mental entities consisting of cities, Bogie’s Liquor As a way to address the root caus- counties, regional collaboratives es of homelessness, the legislation and tribal governments. Services would condition federal funds on a must address issues such as mental grant recipient’s ability to provide health; substance use disorders; dis- SUMMER FUN STARTS HERE! not only housing but also compre- abling or other chronic health con- hensive supportive services like ditions; educational and job train- mental health care, substance abuse ing/employment outcomes; and life Whether you’re treatment and job training. Grant skills classes. recipients would be required to pro- Intensive case management must headed to the vide 25 percent of project funds and be provided with a ratio of no report on measures of success, greater than 1 case manager to beach, a BBQ including whether individuals every 20 people served. When serv- remain housed. ing families with children, services or just lounging “Homelessness and a lack of must also include children’s behav- affordable housing were problems ioral and mental health services, by the pool, in California and across the country early childhood education, regular long before the pandemic, but and age-appropriate children’s pro- find all your COVID-19 has shown us just how gramming and activities, child vulnerable these people are,” health and nutrition screening, and favorite beverages at Feinstein said. “Poverty, mental ill- education and parenting classes and ness, drug addiction and a lack of support programs. Bogies! affordable housing are some of the Services must also have in place root causes behind homelessness. protocol for staff training and best That’s why any solution to this cri- practices to identify and prevent Wine • Spirits • Champagne • Beer • Kegs sis must include comprehensive child trafficking, abuse and neglect. supportive services.” “Homelessness has been a major Specifically, the bill authorizes challenge for our communities for 5753 Melrose Ave. $1 billion annually for five years to decades and the global pandemic Corner of Melrose & Vine fund supportive housing models and resulting damage to our econo- (323) 469-1414 that provide comprehensive ser- my only made things worse,” Lieu vices and intensive case manage- said. “Our bill will help break the www.bogiesliquor.com ment; requires a 25% match for ser- cycle of homelessness that impacts Open 7 days vices and housing from non-federal so many people in Los Angeles and funds; allows grants to be used for elsewhere by offering a comprehen- 22 July 22, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Hollywood Harvest opens Judge opens door for customers to claim seized items From page 1 From page 1 Private Vaults, Frommer said. some of the other property owners much about people, but now I know Because each individual box navigate what Frommer described they don’t care about us. It’s terri- holder must file a claim with the as a very complicated process. Two ble. They just left me high and dry.” government to get their property of the Institute for Justice’s clients, Ruiz also alleged that an invento- back, the Institute for Justice has Jeni Pearsons and Michael Storc, ry of the contents of his box provid- filed claims on behalf of some of who are married, filed online claims ed by the government showed there the individual owners, as was the weeks ago and are still awaiting a was approximately $400 to $600 case with Ruiz and May, as well as decision on whether their property less than what he thought he had a class action lawsuit that pertains will be returned. Frommer said the stored. to all of the box holders. The ruling government has up to 90 days to A representative from the U.S. on July 16 specifically addressed a respond. Another couple and an Attorney’s Office declined to com- motion filed only on behalf of Ruiz individual box holder represented ment further because the govern- and May, and only stipulates that by the Institute for Justice had their ment’s case against U.S. Private the government cannot confiscate property returned by the FBI, Vaults is ongoing. the items without justification, Frommer added. Frommer added that he is hopeful Frommer said. A ruling on a second “They had all been getting a there will be a ruling soon that will motion filed on behalf of Ruiz and runaround,” he said. “It’s taken force the FBI to return Ruiz and May that would force the FBI to weeks to coordinate.” May’s valuables, and he said it actually return the property is pend- Ruiz, who is on disability as the could come anytime. He foresees a ing in federal court, he added. The result of being injured in a vehicle ruling in the class action lawsuit class action lawsuit is also pending. collision with a drunk driver, said filed on behalf of all the box holders “It’s part of the process,” the $57,000 stored in his box at U.S. to take more time because the legal Frommer said. “It means if the gov- Private Vaults was his “nest egg.” system moves slowly. ernment wants to keep the stuff He received the money in a settle- “We’re still waiting on that, but

photo by Edwin Folven belonging to Joseph and Travis, ment resulting from the collision federal law is pretty clear. If the they have to say what they did and another settlement stemming government doesn’t find any crimi- Volunteers help distribute food at Hollywood Harvest’s new location wrong or give it back.” from a dispute with a former land- nal wrongdoing, it has to return the on Vine Street. The FBI has instituted a process lord. property,” Frommer said. “The gov- for returning the property to the box “It’s just red tape. They are mak- ernment took all of these people’s teers were distributing groceries the space for initial operations in holders and previously encouraged ing us jump through rings of fire,” stuff and has never had to prove to nearly 400 seniors, and the 2020 when stay at home orders people to file online claims for Ruiz said. “I kept my money at U.S. anything about these people. I’d program continued to expand began, said the new building review. Frommer said Ruiz and Private Vaults because I didn’t trust have to guess that this ruling has put over the following months. will allow Hollywood Harvest May instead filed legal claims in banks and the government. But I it in damage control mode. The O’Farrell’s office contributed to flourish. court because they worried the gov- didn’t think they were ever going to government grossly overstepped $5,000 to help get the effort off “When the pandemic took ernment would fail to respond. The come in and raid our vaults. I never here on people’s constitutional the ground and volunteered last place, we sprang into action, and Institute for Justice is also helping thought the government cared that rights.” spring by assembling packages without hesitation, we invested of groceries. our time and resources in orga- He said on July 15 that his nizing this service for our com- office will be working with munity,” Wehbe said. The Hammer Museum announces Mohn Award winner Hollywood Harvest to have a “Hollywood is a community that The Hammer Museum on July loading zone created near the cares. This didn’t just happen 15 announced that Kandis new building to assist opera- overnight. We have been work- Williams will receive the $100,000 tions. ing together in Hollywood for Mohn Award honoring artistic “This food distribution saved years.” excellence, in conjunction with lives. It literally saved lives,” Other partners in the effort “Made in L.A. 2020: a version.” O’Farrell added. include the Hollywood Chamber The museum will also produce a Abramson said with the new of Commerce, which helps coor- monograph of Williams’s work as space, organizers can eventually dinate food donations from local part of the Mohn Award. supply food for more than 1,000 businesses and restaurants. Monica Majoli will receive the people. The Hollywood Food Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Career Achievement Award honor- Coalition receives food donated donated a walk-in freezer for use ing brilliance and resilience, and from stores, restaurants and at the new facility on Vine Fulton Leroy Washington (MR. individuals, including fresh pro- Street. The Post Group, which WASH) will receive the Public duce, breads and desserts, and owns the building, donated the Recognition Award, as chosen by many pre-packaged meals. The space for use as a food distribu- visitors to the Made in L.A. 2020 Hollywood Food Coalition dis- tion site. exhibition at both the Hammer tributes food to nonprofits such “When they approached me, I Museum and The Huntington as The Center, which serves was more than happy to do my Library, Art Museum, and unhoused individuals in part to assist this exceptional Botanical Gardens. Majoli and Hollywood, as well as the organization extend its services MR. WASH will each receive Downtown Women’s Center, to serve those community mem- $25,000. photo by Joshua White/JWPictures.com Black Women Lead and L.A. bers most in need,” property Funded by Los Angeles philan- “Made in L.A. 2020: a version” on view at The Huntington Library, Art Mas. Through the partnership, owner Matt Cooper, of the Post thropists and art collectors Jarl and Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino. Hollywood Harvest will also Group, said. Pamela Mohn, the Mohn Awards receive food for distribution. Anyone who needs food, or have been given to artists with each Wehbe, who operates the wants to donate or volunteer, is edition of the Made in L.A. bienni- celebrates the clarity and strength and their work.” Hollywood Schoolhouse on urged to call the HFC at al, which began in 2012. In con- of her polymath voice,” said Ann “Made in L.A. 2020: a version” McCadden Place and donated (323)357-7907. junction with this year’s awards, Philbin, director of the Hammer was organized by independent the Mohns have committed an Museum. “The Career curators Myriam Ben Salah and additional $5.15 million to create Achievement Award recognizes Lauren Mackler, with the Committee OKs vet blood banks bill two endowments to support future Monica Majoli’s contributions as Hammer’s Ikechukwu Mohn Awards, the Made in L.A. an integral part of the Los Angeles Onyewuenyi, assistant curator of The Senate Committee on Recent investigations have exhibitions and acquisitions of art community as artist and teacher. performance, in partnership with Business, Professions and raised questions about the health emerging or under-recognized And it’s no surprise that MR. The Huntington Library, Art Economic Development on July and welfare of the animals while artists. WASH’s heartfelt paintings res- Museum, and Botanical Gardens. 14 passed AB 1282, which seeks the demand for animal blood for “Kandis Williams challenges the onated with our visitors who voted The exhibition is on view through to address both the shortage of ani- dogs and cats outstrips the supply. status quo with not only her art him their favorite artist for the Aug. 1. mal blood for veterinary transfu- Currently, voluntary community- practice but also in her writing and Public Recognition Award. We are The Hammer Museum is located sion medicine and the practice of based blood banking isn’t allowed publishing work. The Mohn Award thrilled to honor these three artists at 10899 Wilshire Blvd. captive closed colony canine blood in California, and it is the only banks in California. state in the country that requires Authored by Assemblyman animal blood to come from so- products.” banks in California – only phasing Answers From Page 23 Richard Bloom (D-Santa Monica), called “closed colony blood At its core, AB 1282 lays the them out once the amount of dog AB 1282 would authorize licensed banks.” groundwork for establishing vol- blood community banks sell veterinarians to operate communi- “The ‘closed colony’ model unteer-based solutions for sourc- equals or exceeds the amount the ty blood banks to produce and sell sources blood from animals that ing animal blood while also creat- closed colonies sell for a period of animal blood and blood products. are kept in inhumane conditions ing the necessary conditions to four consecutive quarters. Only two animal blood banks in for the sole purpose of having their eventually phase out the captive AB 1282, which is widely sup- California currently serve the state blood collected over and over closed colony canine blood banks ported by groups such as Beagle in its entirety. Both confine their again,” Bloom said. “That’s why altogether. Freedom Project, Social donor animals – including hun- AB 1282 is so needed; it autho- Additionally, AB 1282 address- Compassion in Legislation, United dreds of greyhound dogs rescued rizes California licensed veterinar- es the Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 2019 States Humane Society, ASPCA from the racing industry – to live ians to operate humane community veto of SB 202 by providing a and GREY2K, now heads to the years in cages where their blood is blood banks to produce and sell or transition away from the use of Senate Committee on routinely harvested. transfer animal blood and blood captive closed colony canine blood Appropriations. 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