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Volume 30 No. 4 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities January 23, 2020 Council candidates Service day honors legacy of MLK n Big Sunday clothing get down to business drive brings people n Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce hosts forum together to help BY CAMERON KISZLA “Simcha” Green, was absent due to BY EDWIN FOLVEN the recent death of his daughter, On Jan. 21, business was the said moderator Mark Egerman, A small army of people sorted focus of the Beverly Hills Chamber who serves on the chamber’s board clothing for donation to numerous of Commerce’s forum for City of directors. community organizations on Jan. Council candidates. For two hours, the candidates 20 during Big Sunday’s eighth Four of the five contenders – took questions from Egerman and annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Planning Commissioner Lori the audience, presenting their pro- Clothing Drive. Greene Gordon, incumbent City business qualifications to the cham- The event was one of many Council members Dr. Julian Gold ber members. The majority of the days of service Big Sunday holds and Lili Bosse, and member of the conversation focused on how to throughout the year to help those city’s Technology Committee help Beverly Hills thrive economi- in need. The clothing was donated Robin Rowe – participated. The to Big Sunday over the past other candidate, Rabbi Sidney See Tourism page 25 months, and volunteers sorted the photo by Edwin Folven apparel and placed it in bags to be Volunteers sorted clothing that was donated to people in need during picked up by community service Big Sunday’s annual MLK Day of Service event in Hollywood. organizations. Breakfast was served and a band played as vol- unteers sorted a large pile of cloth- gently used clothing. People have Israel of Hollywood, the organiza- ing laid out on a tarp along Seward been coming by for weeks with tion has grown exponentially and Street, adjacent to Big Sunday’s the clothing, and we have people currently holds hundreds of pro- headquarters at 6111 Melrose Ave. from all walks of life here donat- jects and offers many other ways “This is one of my favorite ing their time.” to help throughout the year. events of the year,” said Big Big Sunday specializes in con- “We are in very fraught times, Sunday founder and executive necting volunteers and service but at Big Sunday, we keep find- photo by Cameron Kiszla director David Levinson. “It’s a organizations with those in need. ing that most people of all ages, Lori Greene Gordon, Dr. Julian Gold, Lili Bosse and Robin Rowe attended wonderful way to honor Dr. Founded by Levinson in 1999 as a King’s legacy. It’s all new and the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce’s City Council Candidate Forum. single day of service at Temple See Clothing page 26 Officials root, root, root for the home team Revised SB 50 could alter n Los Angeles, Beverly Hills pursue remedies existing historic districts n Miracle Mile Senate approaches. for cheating scandals Better known as Senate Bill residents concerned 50, the legislation serves as a BY CAMERON KISZLA protections are at risk response to California’s housing crisis and was written by Earlier this month, Major League BY MORGAN KEITHCalifornia Sen. Scott Wiener (D- Baseball Commissioner Rob San Francisco). SB 50 would Manfred released the results of an The More HOMES (Housing, allow qualifying residential pro- investigation that confirmed reports Opportunity, Mobility, Equity and jects that meet minimum afford- that the Houston Astros cheated Stability) has residents of some ability requirements to benefit during their 2017 World Series- historic districts in Los Angeles from statewide development winning season. Manfred found the worried about their preservation standards in lieu of local planning Astros used electronic equipment to as the bill’s Jan. 31 deadline to be steal opponents’ signs and tipped passed by the California State See Eight page 25 off their teammates as to what the pitcher planned to throw. Manfred fined the Astros organi- zation, took away draft picks and photo by Cameron Kiszla suspended the team’s manager and Los Angeles City Councilmen Gilbert Cedillo and Paul Koretz held a press two executives, and the Boston Red conference in support of their resolution before the full council vote on Jan. 21. Sox and New York Mets have part- ed ways with their managers, who or not signs were stolen. Astros and Red Sox, respectively. were identified as participants in However, some Dodger fans Council members Mike Bonin, Joe the alleged scheme. want more done, and elected offi- Buscaino, Jose Huizar, Monica On Jan. 22, Manfred said in a cials in Los Angeles and Beverly Rodriguez and Herb Wesson were Fox Business interview that the Hills are working to make it hap- absent. investigation of the Red Sox is pen. The city’s resolution was jointly ongoing, though he pointed out In a 10-0 vote on Jan. 21, the Los proposed by City Councilmen there is a “long tradition in baseball Angeles City Council approved a Gilbert Cedillo, 1st District, and of not trying to change what hap- resolution calling for the 2017 and Paul Koretz, 5th District, who pened” and “it’s absolutely unclear 2018 World Series titles to be described themselves as two of the Park Labrea News/Beverly Press file photo if the Dodgers would’ve been the retroactively awarded to the Los The Miracle Mile Historic Preservation Overlay Zone was created in World Series champions,” whether Angeles Dodgers, who lost to the See Dodgers page 26 2017, so it is not exempt from the provisions of SB 50. 2 January 23, 2020 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

It’s Personal Blvd. (310)477-2055 ext. 2, show about other people’s mistakes and odysseytheatre.com. how they can be fixed. Showtimes are storytelling 7:30 p.m., Saturday; 3:30 p.m., Sunday. Tickets are $35. 1211 Fourth St., Santa It’s Personal presents the first of its sea- WeHo ‘Pop-Up’ Monica (310)394-9779 ext. 1, santa- son of storytelling with “Crush” on monicaplayhouse.com. Thursday, Jan. 23, and Sunday, Feb. 23, Community forum at 7:30 p.m. at the Complex The city of West Hollywood is bringing Hollywood. Performance will feature an abbreviated City Hall to West Chamber music local performers including It’s Personal Hollywood Park during a pop-up com- co-founder and artistic director Liz munity breakfast on Saturday, Jan. 25, concert Kummer, as well as Julia Stier, Leah at 10 a.m. The event is the first in a Chamber music fans are invited to a Austin, Meg Worthy, Emily Bice, Bob series of pop-ups throughout the city at Colburn Chamber Music Society per- Guck, Kate Orlando, Lupe Cambiasso, which residents and visitors can obtain formance on Saturday, Jan. 25, at 8 p.m. Andy Quintana and Sam Ciavarella. information about services. City Hall in the Colburn The program focuses on the story- staff and deputies from the West School’s Zipper tellers’ “crushes” in life. Tickets are Hollywood Sheriff’s Station will Hall. The perfor- $15. 6476 Santa Monica Blvd. answer questions, and coffee and a light mance features eventbrite.com/e/its-personal-crush- breakfast will be served. 625 N. San pianist Orli tickets-82885230957. Vicente Blvd. (323)848-6559, or email Shaham and stu-

[email protected]. dents in her master ‘Comedy and class in a program Foster care and of works by Cocktails’ Janáček, Reich and Faure. Admission is photo by Johanna Austin free. 200 S. Grand Ave. (213)621-1050, Comedian Bill Devlin brings his adoption Thaddeus Phillips stars in “17 Border Crossings,” a production running colburnschool.edu/calendar. “Comedy and Cocktails” show to the Learn about foster parenting and adop- Ice House in Pasadena on Thursday, on Friday, Jan. 24, and Saturday, Jan. 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eli and tion during a meeting on Saturday, Jan. Jan. 23, at 7:30 p.m. Devlin’s show Edythe Broad Stage. Phillips, an award winning theater director, design- 25, from 10 a.m. to noon at Children’s mixes some of the hottest stand-up er and performer, created the comical, visually surreal and sometimes Bureau’s Magnolia Place. There are Buika in concert comedians with surprise celebrity harrowing examination of the imaginary lines that divide up the world over 21,000 children in foster care in Latin Grammy Award-winning vocalist Buika will perform on Saturday, Jan. guests. 24 N. Mentor Ave. (626)577- and the real barriers they create. He tells the stories though numerous Los Angeles County. Children’s Bureau 1894, icehousecomedy.com. 25, at 8 p.m. in The Theatre at the Ace characters involved in situations in locales around the world. Tickets offers a comprehensive foster care and adoption program and is in need of Hotel. Buika, from start at $39. 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. (310)434-3200, thebroad- resource families for children in foster Spain, is consid- ‘What the stage.org. care, as well as parents interested in ered a jazz, soul, adoption. 1910 Magnolia Ave. RSVP R&B and funk Constitution by calling (213)342-0162, or visiting artist. She will per- lives. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Tuesday radio broadcasts. Showtimes are 8 p.m. all4kids.org. form with her all- Means to Me’ through Friday; 2:30 and 8 p.m., on Jan. 24; 3 and 8 p.m. on Jan. 23; and female band in a Center Theatre Group is holding “What Saturday; 1 and 6:30 p.m., Sunday. 4 p.m. on Jan. 26. Tickets start at $15. show sponsored the Constitution Means to Me,” running Tickets start at $59. 135 N. Grand Ave. 235 Charles E. Young Drive. latw.org. Senior dance by UCLA’s Center from Thursday, Jan. 23, through Friday, (213)628-2772, centertheatregroup.org. Seniors are invited to a Winter for the Art of Performance. Tickets start Feb. 28, at the Moonlight Dance on Saturday, Jan. 25, at $28. 929 S. Broadway. (310)825-

Mark Taper ‘Dance at the from 4 to 7 p.m. at Plummer Park’s 2101, cap.ucla.edu. Forum. The play ‘Vietgone’ Fiesta Hall in West Hollywood. The stars Maria Dizzia, East West Players producing artistic Odyssey’ free event is for seniors and community Rosdely Ciprian, director emeritus Tim Dang directs Will Odyssey Theatre is holding the world members ages 55 and older. Appetizers ‘Sweet Land’ opera Mike Iveson and Dao, Desirée Mee Jung, Greg premieres of the dance programs and refreshments will be served. 7377 Jocelyn Shek. Watanabe, Paul Yen and Jeena Yi in “Wrenz Kaloogy” by JA Collective, Santa Monica Blvd. (323)848-6530, discussion Playwright Heidi staged readings of “Vietgone” running and “Principium” by Slauson Rec. on weho.org. Visit the Autry Museum of the Schreck’s bound- from Friday, Jan. 24, through Sunday, Friday, Jan. 24, and Saturday, Jan. 25, at American West for “Sweet Land: ary-breaking play aims to breathe new Jan. 26, in UCLA’s James Bridges 8 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 26, at 5 p.m. Creating a Contemporary Opera” on life into the Constitution and imagines Theater. Qui Nguyen’s hilarious pro- “Wrenz Kaloogy” uniquely traverses ‘Mistakes Were Sunday, Jan. 26, at 7 p.m. The Industry, how it will shape the next generation of duction is based on the story of how his movement styles from contemporary an award-winning opera company, is Americans. Fifteen-year-old Schreck parents met and built a life for them- dance and ballet, hip-hop and popping Made’ currently developing “Sweet Land,” a earned her college tuition by winning selves in a new land. Set in 1975 just to fight crime and the forces of evil, Santa Monica Playhouse presents the new production that reimagines narra- Constitutional debate competitions after the fall of Saigon, the follows two while “Principium” tells its story return of the hit comedy “Mistakes tives surrounding the founding of across the United States. In the new Vietnamese refugees who meet in an through movement and light. The pro- Were Made: Coulda-Woulda-Shoulda,” America and westward expansion. play, she resurrects her teenage self to Arkansas relocation camp before set- grams are part of “Dance at the running from Saturday, Jan. 25, through Learn about the creative process and trace the profound relationship between ting out on a road trip across America. Odyssey 2020,” which continues over Sunday, April 5. The production larger themes of the opera. 4700 four generations of women and the The Los Angeles Theatre Works pro- the next two weekends through Feb. 9. reunites playwright Jerry Mayer with Western Heritage Way. (323)667-2000, founding document that shaped their duction will be recorded for a future Tickets start at $15. 2055 S. Sepulveda veteran director Chris DeCarlo for a theautry.org.

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BY CAMERON KISZLA As a result, some properties on the south side of the city’s fault On Jan. 21, the West Hollywood zones were no longer included on a City Council voted to adopt a new state map, but West Hollywood city earthquake fault map to match staff recommended that those prop- changes made to the California erties remain listed at FP2. State Geologist’s map, mere hours “We maintain that this provides before a 3.6-magnitude temblor an extensive safety map for the city map courtesy of the city of West Hollywood struck the area. The Los Angeles and for our development in the More West Hollywood properties are included in the city’s earthquake fault zones after the state’s fault zone Fire Department said there were no city,” said Rachel Dimond, a senior moved north. reports of significant damage or planner with the city. injury. Though the City Council con- Commission’s request. city, which could potentially be and other technical factors. The state’s Alquist-Priolo firmed changes to the city’s fault “Why wouldn’t we want to err on considered discriminatory, though “If the geologist thought there Earthquake Fault Zones Map, zones that were approved by the the side of caution?” Meister asked. West Hollywood’s geologic consul- were other areas that needed to be named after the 1972 state law that Planning Commission in Meister also argued that the FP2 tant advised the council that the amended, I’m presuming they required that the California November, the vote was 3-2, with zone is unevenly distributed and is location of FP2 properties is more would have told us that,” Geological Survey create a map of Mayor John D’Amico and concentrated on the east side of the eastward due to soil, topography Councilman John Hielman said. all known active faults, is the basis Councilwoman Lauren Meister for West Hollywood’s seismic opposing the changes. zones, which classify properties D’Amico argued that the process near active faults at two levels. could be too cumbersome on those Ryu calls for support for Jewish community Properties in Zone 1, also known who wish to build a single-family On Jan. 22, Los Angeles City resources to protect vulnerable States in 2018, the third-highest as FP1, require a fault rupture home, which are “built … to move Councilman David Ryu, 4th organizations and houses of wor- year on record since it began investigation – a more thorough in” earthquakes, in the city’s fault District, released a letter signed by ship, increased information shar- tracking such data in the 1970s. process than the soils report that’s zones. With the new regulations, 20 Asian-American and Pacific ing regarding security threats to “The AAPI community is no required of other properties – to the property owner might have to Islander organizations calling for Los Angeles’ Jewish community stranger to hate and discrimina- determine the exact location of conduct the same costly investiga- resources and support to protect and other minoritized groups, an tion. I think we feel a shared call active faults. If any active faults are tions that are required of larger Jewish Angelenos following a FBI task force to investigate anti- to root out hate in all its forms, to found, buildings must be set back at developments. Though the owner spate of anti-Semitic attacks Semitism and for all Angelenos to protect our diverse cultural fabric least 50 feet from the faults. If no could seek an exemption or vari- across the United States. join the signatories in solidarity and to stand in solidarity with our active faults are found, a reinforced ance from the city, that might The solidarity letter accompa- with the Jewish community dur- Jewish neighbors facing unprece- foundation is not required. require a delay of several months, nies a resolution introduced by ing an increase of overt anti- dented attacks. An attack against In Zone 2, or FP2, faults are less D’Amico argued. Ryu on Jan. 22 urging the FBI to Semitism. one of us is an attack against us likely to be found, so investigations Meister wanted a larger FP2 zone create a special task force to According to the Anti- all,” said Ryu, who recently aren’t required if reinforced foun- that could serve as a buffer zone investigate the rising tide of anti- Defamation League, there were became the first Asian-American dations are used. around the state-mandated fault Semitic hate crimes. 1,879 attacks against Jews and to serve on City Council leader- The state’s changes, which were area, echoing the Planning The letter calls for increased Jewish institutions in the United ship. 4 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Three men sought for shooting in Hollywood

By edwin folven Hollywood Division detectives are investigating a shooting in a La Brea Avenue apartment building on Jan. 11 that injured two men in their 20s. Police received calls about shots being fired at approximately 12:30 p.m. in the building at 1616 N. La photo courtesy of javiers-cantina.com Brea Ave., at the corner of Hawthorn An argument between patrons at Javier’s restaurant at the Westfield Avenue, one block south of Century City mall escalated into a fight and shooting outside the Hollywood Boulevard. They arrived mall that left one man dead. to find one man suffering from a gunshot wound to his arm and anoth- photo by Edwin Folven er who had been shot in the leg. The Two men were shot and injured after an altercation in a hallway at an victims were taken to a hospital and apartment building at the corner of La Brea and Hawthorn avenues. Suspect sought for shooting are recovering. Det. Paul Hendry said a motive for the shooting has not been established were multiple shooters. Basically, ed security camera footage that is at Westfield Century City mall and added that it does not appear to the two victims and the suspects being used to identify the gunmen. be gang related. The shooting were in a hallway, and they had an The shooting is not believed to be occurred in a hallway and the victims altercation that led to a shooting.” linked to any other crimes in the By edwin folven came together again near a valet parking station outside the mall were visiting someone in the build- Authorities are searching for three area. A fight that began in a restau- on Santa Monica Boulevard. One ing, he added. men described as black and in their “If anybody knows anything, have rant in the Westfield Century of the men pulled out a gun and “[The investigation] is ongoing. early to mid-20s. The suspects fled in them call me,” Hendry added. City mall on Jan. 20 resulted in a the victim ran away, Frettlohr We are working it and have some a four-door sedan. Anyone with information is urged shooting that left a 28-year-old said. good leads,” Hendry said. “There Hendry said detectives have locat- to call (213)972-2943. man dead, and police are search- The suspect allegedly chased ing for a male suspect. the victim and shot him multiple Authorities from the Los times. The suspect fled on foot on Shooting near Melrose and Fairfax leaves one dead Angeles Police Department’s Santa Monica Boulevard and West Los Angeles Division was not apprehended. Police are By edwin folven man wearing a red hooded sweat- gun. One of the men was also armed received a call at approximately investigating the shooting as a shirt, who was the gunshot victim, and pulled out a gun. The suspect 10:15 p.m. about a fight in possibly gang-related homicide. A man died after being shot dur- was seen running north on Fairfax and man who was allegedly being Javier’s restaurant and were Detectives from the LAPD’s ing the early morning hours of Jan. Avenue and was picked up by a robbed both fired, and only the sus- responding when a second call West Bureau Homicide Unit 20 near the corner of Melrose and vehicle traveling in the opposite pect was struck, Frettlohr said. came in about shots being fired. were assigned the case and Fairfax avenues in what police said direction. Detectives contacted near- The unidentified robbery victims, They located the male victim searched for evidence outside the was a botched robbery. by hospitals and learned of a male one of who owns a business near the outside the mall in the 10200 mall throughout the night and Officers from the Los Angeles victim who had been brought to a scene, stayed at and cooperated with block of Santa Monica early morning. The other people Police Department’s Wilshire hospital for treatment and died, police. The gun belonging to the Boulevard suffering from multi- involved in the altercation were Division responded to the scene police said. robbery victim was taken into evi- ple gunshot wounds. The uniden- questioned and the investigation after receiving multiple 911 calls Detectives from the LAPD’s West dence by police and the incident is tified victim was taken by para- is ongoing. Santa Monica about gunshots at approximately Bureau Homicide Unit investigated considered self-defense, Frettlohr medics to a hospital, where he Boulevard remain closed until 2:13 a.m. They found a trail of blood and determined that the suspect who added. was pronounced dead. the following morning. leading north on Fairfax Avenue to died had allegedly attempted to rob The man who allegedly picked up The fight allegedly initially The suspect was described as an alley but were unable to locate a a man shortly before the shooting. the suspect who died was arrested, involved two groups of women, black, 5 feet 7 inches tall and 160 victim. The area was cordoned off Det. Herman Frettllohr said the gun- and charged with attempted robbery and the situation escalated when pounds. He was wearing a black and an investigation was launched shot victim approached four men and grand theft auto on Jan. 22. He they left the restaurant. The men hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. into the shooting. who were loading property into a car was identified as Deon Antoine who were with the women Anyone with information is Witnesses told police that a black near the intersection and pointed a Carter, 27, of Los Angeles. became involved in an argument urged to call investigators with with each other, said Det. the West Bureau Homicide Unit Herman Frettlohr, with the at (213)382-9470. During week- LAPD’s West Bureau Homicide ends and off-hours, call the Unit. LAPD’s hotline at The two groups separated and (877)LAPD247. Next stop: more subway. LAPD seeks input on new

BolaWrap restraint device Section 2 – Beverly Hills Update The Los Angeles Police deploy the device in the field. If the Department is asking for public pilot program is approved, it will be input about its new BolaWrap implemented for 180 days. Upon Construction Returns to Wilshire Bl Remote Restraint Device Pilot completion of the pilot program, Wilshire Bl will be reconfigured to support piling operations on the north side Program Guidelines. available data will be presented for of Wilshire Bl from Beverly Dr to Crescent Dr. Activities include installing temporary Information about the BolaWrap consideration to determine if the Remote Restraint Device was pre- device should be approved for per- lights and signals, K-rail work zone and sidewalk barriers. Piling will follow once sented to the Board of Police manent use by the department. safety barriers are in place. Commission on Jan. 14. The The pilot program guidelines can BolaWrap is a hand-held remote be viewed by visiting lapdonline.org. traffic alert restraint device that discharges an 8- Public comment may also be Two lanes will be open in each direction on Wilshire Bl during construction. foot tether at 513 feet per second emailed to bolawrap- and can entangle an individual at a [email protected], or mailed to range of 10-25 feet. LAPD Personnel and Training work hours Upon review of public com- Bureau, 100 W. First St., Ste. 647, Work will occur seven days a week. Please visit metro.net/purple for detailed work hours. ments, the Board of Police Los Angeles, CA 90012. Comments Commission will consider the will be accepted through Jan. 30. For Construction is dynamic and is subject to change. LAPD entering a pilot program to information, visit lapdonline.org. WeHo Sheriff’s Station to hold benefit for fallen detective The West Hollywood Sheriff’s Burger serving a burger, chips and a Station will hold a fundraiser on drink for $10. All proceeds will be Tuesday, Jan. 28, from noon to 5 donated to the Leist family. p.m. for Det. Amber Leist, who was The West Hollywood Sheriff’s killed off duty on Jan. 12 while help- Station is located at 780 N. San ing a pedestrian in Valley Village. Vicente Blvd. For information, call The benefit will include In-N-Out (310)855-8850. lacmta ©2018 20-1428lp Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 January 23, 2020 Campaign’s vote-by-mail push hits hiccup n Gold’s prepopulated press “skip,” voters will not see Gold’s name at all. forms contain some “A lot of people want to vote by wrong addresses mail, so we just thought we would facilitate it. We would have done it BY CAMERON KISZLA regardless of the craziness with the voting machine,” Gold said. An attempt by the reelection Other candidates Lori Greene campaign of Dr. Julian Gold to Gordon, Robin Rowe and Lili make it easier for Beverly Hills res- Bosse said they do not plan to send idents to vote by mail hit a speed out campaign literature to encour- bump. age people to vote by mail. Rabbi Earlier this month, Gold’s cam- Sidney “Simcha” Green did not photo by Luke Harold paign sent out a mailer that includ- return a request for comment. The 2019 Women’s March drew hundreds of thousands to downtown L.A. ed a vote-by-mail application that Bosse said in her experience, vot- was prepopulated with the name ing by mail is very popular in the and address of each recipient. city. Women’s March draws However, on some applications, the “Beverly Hills has a very large address was incorrect, meaning vote-by-mail population already … people who submitted that form I’m appealing to people who are 300,000 in downtown L.A. may not receive their vote by mail voting by mail and people who are photo courtesy of Dr. Julian Gold ballot. Gold, who was first elected voting at the polls,” Bosse said. Dr. Julian Gold On Jan. 18, more than 300,000 Siebel Newsom opened a pro- to the City Council in 2011, said the Rowe said since he’s limited his women and allies marched and gram at City Hall featuring number of improperly filled out campaign to $2,000 in total expen- submit a correct form by Feb. 18 in gathered in downtown Los speeches and performances. ballots was “more than a handful, ditures, he can’t afford to send out order to receive their ballot. The Angeles at Women’s March L.A. In the 2018 midterm election, a but I don’t know the exact number.” mailers. vote-by-mail ballots will start going 2020. record-breaking 103 women “The printer has taken responsi- “There are 20,000 voters in out to voters between Feb. 3 and “The voices of hundreds of were elected to Congress. bility for it. They’re in the process Beverly Hills, so if you do the Feb. 25, she said. thousands of women and their Women’s March L.A. 2020 cele- of mailing out the correct ones, and math, mailers don’t work,” Rowe “Every category is different, and allies rang loud and clear across brated these accomplishments people should have the correct bal- said. not everybody is going to get them Los Angeles in support of and raised awareness of the work lot [form] by the end of the week or Gordon said it would be a “seri- at the same time,” Juarez said. women’s rights,” said Emiliana done by community organiza- early next week,” Gold said. ous problem” if even a single voter Juarez encouraged everyone who Guereca, president of Women’s tions throughout the year regis- Gold denied that his campaigns’ is disenfranchised as a result of the has requested a vote-by-mail ballot March Foundation. “Supporters tering and educating voters, push to register Beverly Hills resi- mailer issue. to call (800)815-2666 to make sure of the Women’s March mobilizing communities, equip- dents to vote by mail was associat- “I hope [Gold’s campaign] can their address is correct, and they Foundation have made it clear ping youth for civic engagement ed with the county’s new Voting address it in a serious and meaning- will receive a ballot in time to vote that the next president of the and empowering women to run Solutions for All People system, ful way. I certainly have every con- in the March 3 election. If a voter United States must have an agen- for office. which randomly chose Gold to be fidence they can, but they have to does not receive a vote-by-mail bal- da to advance women’s rights.” On Jan. 21, 2017, the Women’s the fifth candidate listed, meaning jump on it now,” Gordon said. lot they requested, they will only be The fourth-annual Women’s March was the largest single-day only he will appear on the second Leslie Juarez, a clerk with the able to vote provisionally at the March L.A. began with a rally protest in U.S. history with more page of candidates on the iPad-like Los Angeles County Registrar- polling place, as in-person voting and march from Pershing Square than 7 million women and allies devices. Those who wish to vote for Recorder, said if anyone submits a requires the vote-by-mail ballot to to Los Angeles City Hall. marching throughout the world. Gold will have to hit the “more” vote-by-mail ballot request form be surrendered. Following the march, For information, visit wom- button to select him, and if they with an incorrect address, they can For information, visit lavote.net. California’s First Partner Jennifer ensmarchfoundation.org.

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Aladdin Used Books ~ BookMonster offers a wide selection of Korean and English books at great prices. 621 S Western Av Los Angeles, CA 90005 213.385.2400 6 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Councilman seeks to repurpose hospital to help people experiencing homelessness n St. Vincent facilities include 366 that it could become the largest O’Farrell said facility hospital rooms, adjoining medical facility in the city to provide this can provide wraparound facilities, a parking garage and type of care. other structures that the motion sug- “If we could get help for 500 services gests could serve as temporary people at a time, that is a larger drop lodging and provide wraparound in the proverbial bucket than a few BY MORGAN KEITH services. dozen,” O’Farrell said. “So far, when we’ve opened Verity Healthcare, which Los Angeles City Councilman bridge housing or winter shelters, acquired St. Vincent in 2015, decid- Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, we’re usually talking in dozens,” ed to close the hospital after it introduced a motion on Jan. 17 to O’Farrell said. “This is hundreds of declared bankruptcy, and KPC explore the feasibility of purchasing beds for people to get shelter and Group, the parent company of a for- and repurposing St. Vincent the medical assistance that they profit hospital system, defaulted on Medical Center into temporary need in one spot.” a purchase agreement for the hospi- housing for people experiencing Rather than searching for proper- tal. A “lack of alternatives” forced homelessness and housing insecuri- ty to acquire elsewhere in the city the closure, said Richard Adcock, photo by Morgan Keith ty. and build temporary housing from CEO of Verity Healthcare. St. Vincent Medical Center, 2131 W. Third St., was opened in 1856 as “My philosophy is that anyone scratch, O’Farrell said that the “This decision is not taken lightly the first hospital in Los Angeles. that’s in-the-know about the [hous- existing facility could be adapted. and comes only after exhausting ing and homelessness] crises and “Repurposing the facilities could every option to keep the hospital The hospital and most of its facil- agreement with Good Samaritan public resources knows that this is a greatly reduce the cost per unit and open,” Adcock said. “Following its ities will be put up for auction. On Hospital and additional facilities real opportunity site, and if there’s a take advantage of existing infra- closure, Verity will pursue an alter- Feb. 5, the City Council’s within a 3-mile radius for the trans- time to make a move, it’s now,” structure that is time-consuming native sale path for St. Vincent Homelessness and Poverty fer of patients and special services, O’Farrell said. and costly to build,” the motion Medical Center – it is our hope that Committee will consider the including its transplant program. St. reads. a future buyer will be able to iden- motion to purchase and repurpose Vincent Meals on Wheels will con- O’Farrell said that he anticipates tify a use that honors the facility’s the hospital. tinue its operations and will not be opposition to the idea of purchasing decades-long legacy of service to With its closure set for Jan. 27, included in the auctioned property, State Senate and repurposing the hospital, but the community.” St. Vincent has arranged a transfer according to O’Farrell. bill aims to end HIV, STDs On Jan. 16, State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) intro- duced Senate Bill 859, which would require state agencies to establish and implement a master plan to end new infections of human immunod- eficiency virus, hepatitis C virus and other sexually transmitted dis- eases. The diseases disproportionately impact gay and bisexual men, African-American men and young people ages 15-24. Though many effective preventative and treatment tools exist today, these epidemics still persist. In a society that has the ability to treat and prevent against new infec- tions, it is unacceptable that the rates of infection have barely slowed and have increased in com- munities of color, said Wiener, the bill’s author and longtime LGBTQ rights activist who was the first elected official in the United States to openly discuss his use of PrEP, a preventative HIV treatment. From 2013-17, new HIV diag- noses decreased 2% in the African- American community and increased by 4% in the Latinx com- munity, while declining nearly 13% among white people. And, compar- atively, in New York, since the implementation of a master plan to end new HIV infections in 2014, diagnoses are down 40%. California’s preventative work is falling dramatically behind other states, and it is time to take a more thorough approach to ending these epidemics, Wiener said. SB 859 would require the Secretary of California Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Chief of the Office of AIDS, to create a comprehensive master plan to end new infections of HIV, HCV and other STDs. This bill mandates that the secretary and chief institute a Stakeholder Advisory Committee and work with relevant state agencies to set targets to end new infections and identify recommended programs, policies, strategies and funding for achieving these targets. For information, visit sd11.sen- ate.ca.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 January 23, 2020

‘Cagney & Lacey’ actor, attorney running for Prang reminds L.A. County Los Angeles County Superior Court seat homeowners of easy save n Troy Slaten transitions with terminally ill or bed-ridden kids over the phone. Los Angeles County Assessor “Nearly one in three home- from showbusiness start “It was so good to talk to these Jeff Prang reminds homeowners owners in Los Angeles County to legal career kids who wouldn’t have any other that a savings awaits them only do not take advantage of this tax ability to do that,” Slaten said. “It for the asking, which can result savings program, leaving $30 was because of my acting that I was in a $7,000 drop in a home’s tax- million unclaimed each year. BY MORGAN KEITH given those opportunities, and I able value. Across the county, an additional took every chance I could get.” The homeowners’ exemption 435,000 families can be saving Former child actor and Los After graduating with his bache- reduces a property’s taxable on their tax bills,” Prang said. Angeles attorney Troy Slaten lor’s in English literature, Slaten assessed value by $7,000, pro- Cities with the highest rate of announced his candidacy for the eventually decided to go to law vided that the property is the unclaimed exemptions are Los Angeles County Superior school at Pepperdine University, owner’s principal place of resi- Palmdale (48.6%), Lancaster Court Judge Seat #145 on Jan. 10. citing some influence from his love dence as of Jan. 1. The result is a (47.3%), Lynwood (43.7%), Born and raised in the Woodland for “Law and Order.” savings of $70 on the annual tax Pomona (43.1%) and South Gate Hills and Calabasas area, Slaten Slaten clerked for the Los bill. Homeowners need only (41.6%). scored an audition for a commer- Angeles County District Attorney’s apply once in order to receive This tax savings program is cial after his grandmother met a tal- office during his studies and was these savings each year. Savings just one exemption, and Prang is ent agent while playing cards. He allowed to litigate lower priority continue until a change – such as working to raise awareness about booked the job and shortly after cases like misdemeanor trials and a sale – is recorded. ways in which Los Angeles photo by Jamie Brennan Many homeowners are County property owners can save landed a role on “Cagney & felony preliminary hearings. Troy Slaten Lacey,” in which he remained a Through a 15-year career and as a unaware of the tax savings pro- on annual tax bills. cast member for seven seasons. partner with the Law Offices of gram or have not taken advantage Other programs include mis- of it. The homeowner has to file fortune or calamity, parent-child, Slaten continued acting through- Floyd Skeren Manukian Langevin, Slaten is running against Los by Feb. 15 to receive the full veterans’ exemption, disabled out his childhood, appearing on Slaten has legal experience in both Angeles County Deputy District year-long savings. If a homeown- veterans’ exemption and a senior shows like “The Wonder Years,” criminal and civil litigation and has Attorney Adan Montalban for the er files after the deadline, they exemption. “Murphy Brown,” “Roseanne,” served as a temporary judge for the seat. County elections will be held will receive a prorated reduction For information, visit asses- “Different Strokes” and “Parker Los Angeles Superior Court, which on March 3, with absentee ballots this year and receive the full sor.lacounty.gov, or call Lewis Can’t Lose” before attending solidified his desire to run for a seat. available starting Feb. 3, and early amount in subsequent years. (213)974-3211. the University of California, Los Temporary judgeships are volun- voting beginning on Feb. 22. Angeles. tary, pro-bono positions that serve Outside of acting, Slaten said at the pleasure of the presiding staying involved with philanthropy judge and at the agreement of all the was integral to his upbringing. parties. In this position, Slaten said “My father was a veteran, and he handled traffic calendars, small my parents instilled in me the idea claims, restraining orders and other from a very early age: ‘To whom matters. much is given, much is expected,’” “So many people are thinking Slaten said. about the presidential primary in the One charitable organization upcoming election,” Slaten said. Slaten and other young actors part- “It’s the judges that affect the every- nered with was Famous Fone day lives of people in our commu- Friends, which connected them nities.” Notable quotes

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day:

“Nonviolence is the answer to the crucial political and moral ques- tions of our time; the need for man to overcome oppression and vio- lence without resorting to oppressions and violence. Man must evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge, aggression and retaliation. The foundation of such method is love.”

Martin Luther King Jr.

(source: Speech accepting the Nobel Peace Prize, Dec. 11, 1964) CDC conducting screenings for coronavirus at LAX The Los Angeles County or came from Wuhan City. One Department of Public Health is case has been identified in the cooperating with the Atlanta-based United States. Centers for Disease Control and Because this is a novel virus, Prevention to respond to recent CDC, acting with an abundance of reports of a new coronavirus. caution, will initiate screening of Coronaviruses are a large family travelers from Wuhan City at JFK of viruses, some causing respiratory airport in NYC, SFO airport in San illness in people and others that cir- Francisco and LAX airport in Los culate mostly among animals, Angeles. These three airports have including camels, cats and bats. been selected because they are the Common symptoms in an infected initial U.S. destinations for the vast person include a fever, cough, and majority of travelers from Wuhan shortness of breath or difficulty City. breathing. Public Health will be assisting the Since December, Chinese author- CDC to ensure that travelers from ities preliminarily identified more Wuhan City that have a fever or res- than 450 human infections, includ- piratory illness symptoms upon ing 17 deaths, associated with this arrival to LAX are appropriately coronavirus in an outbreak of pneu- screened, tested and receive care. monia in Wuhan City, Hubei For information, visit Province, China. In addition, coro- cdc.gov/travel/notices/watch/novel navirus infections have been con- -coronavirus-china or pub- firmed in travelers who traveled to lichealth.lacounty.gov. 8 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press LGBT center opens South Los Angeles facility On Jan. 11, the Los Angeles Department of Public Health – AIDS Institute, Children’s Hospital LGBT Center opened the doors of Division of HIV and STD Programs Los Angeles and the Wall Las Center South, a 5,500-square-foot Director Mario J. Pérez, and Los Memorias Project. Together, we will community space located at 2313 Angeles Councilmember Marqueece serve a wider array of folks here than W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Harris-Dawson, 8th District. we are now doing separately,” Jean near Leimert Park, which signifies Following the ribbon cutting cer- said. “Most importantly, among our the first-ever expansion of the emony, guests toured the facility areas of focus will be the people who world’s largest LGBT organization and enjoyed the daylong festivity are most vulnerable for new HIV into South Los Angeles and cham- which included food, refreshments, infections: young gay and bisexual pions its long-term commitment to giveaways, a resource fair and black and Latino men and transgen- care for LGBT people living entertainment. der women of color. We intend for throughout the city. “We’re thrilled to be opening Center South to be an especially wel- The grand opening celebration Center South, and we’re proud to be coming place for them.” included remarks by Center CEO doing so with wonderful partners: All of Center South’s programs

Lorri L. Jean, Los Angeles County Bienestar Human Services, Black and services will be provided to photo courtesy of the Los Angeles LGBT Center everyone for free or at low cost with The 5,500-square-foot Center South will provide HIV testing, access to a focus on serving the needs of young gay and bisexual men of PrEP and PEP services, housing case management, mental health ser- Influenza activity increases color ages 12 to 29. According to vices and a computer lab. the 2017 Los Angeles County Annual HIV Surveillance Report, Department of Public Health, and a drop-in safe space which can South Los Angeles had the second Center South addresses the societal also be used to host community in Los Angeles County highest rate of HIV diagnoses in the and health needs of LGBT people events. A CyberCenter computer The Los Angeles County than 5 years, adults 65 years and county. The rate continues to rise of color living in South Los lab comprised of a new printer and Department of Public Health older, and pregnant women. among young black and Latino gay Angeles by providing comprehen- eight new Lenovo desktop comput- reminds residents it is not too Medical conditions such as asth- and bisexual men, and the rate sive programs and services, such as ers was funded by the David late to receive influenza immu- ma, chronic lung or heart dis- among black cisgender women are HIV testing, access to PrEP and Bohnett Foundation. nization to prevent getting the ease, diabetes and being over- slowly increasing. PEP services, housing case man- For information, visit lalgbtcen- flu. Flu activity is currently ele- weight can also increase the risk Funded in part by the County agement, mental health services ter.org. vated and is increasing through- for flu complications. Prompt out Los Angeles County. antiviral treatment can be given “Getting immunized against that can reduce the risk of expe- Controller seeks better low-income DWP programs flu protects both the person who riencing complications and receives the immunization and decrease the severity and dura- On Jan. 16, Los Angeles City utility services to residents of all holds with persistent trouble paying also reduces the chance they will tion of illness. Antiviral therapy Controller Ron Galperin released a ages with annual gross incomes of the bills in the dark. On the flipside, become ill and spread the flu to is most effective when given report evaluating the reach, effec- $33,820 or less. Lifeline offers dis- the city hasn’t checked the eligibil- family and friends,” said Dr. early in the course of illness. tiveness and oversight of the city’s counted fees on utility services and ity of Lifeline participants for more Muntu Davis, Los Angeles In addition to getting a flu two utility discount programs for full exemption from utility user than seven years, making it unclear County health officer. “People at immunization, practicing good low-income, senior and disabled taxes to residents with household as to how many still qualify for the higher risk for complications hygiene can help prevent getting Los Angeles Department of Water incomes of less than $41,800 who discounts and opening the door to from the flu should seek medical and spreading the flu. This and Power customers. are at least 62 years old or perma- potential program abuses. care as soon as they begin to feel includes washing hands, covering The report, “Powering Up the nently disabled. LIDP customers Galperin recommended L.A.’s ill for an evaluation and potential coughs and sneezes, not touching City’s Utility Discount Programs,” receive an average 18% discount on utility discount programs use DWP antiviral treatment, whether or one’s eyes, nose or mouth, and calls on the city to improve out- each bill, compared to a 31% dis- billing data to better identify which not they have been immunized.” staying home if one is sick. reach, boost enrollment efforts and count with Lifeline. customers may qualify for dis- The Centers for Disease Symptoms of the flu include establish greater oversight for the “The city’s utility discount pro- counts, conduct proactive outreach Control and Prevention report fever, cough, sore throat, runny Low-Income Discount Program grams help low-income residents to non-English-speaking residents, that influenza activity remains or stuffy nose, muscle or body and Lifeline Program – initiatives keep the lights on and water run- and get other city departments to elevated and widespread. aches, headaches and fatigue. primarily administered by the DWP ning ... The goal of these programs help market the programs; focus on Similar to other regions of the Pneumonia is the most common with assistance from the Office of is to provide financial aid to the res- tracking data and metrics that will United States, L.A. County is complication of the flu. Flu can Finance, Bureau of Sanitation and idents in our communities who evaluate how well the programs are experiencing high levels of also aggravate underlying health private utilities. need it most,” Galperin said. performing and require the DWP to influenza activity with influenza conditions like heart disease or In each of the last three fiscal The DWP currently markets the report annually to city leaders on B virus as the dominate strain at asthma. Annually, thousands of years, the city issued an average of programs with brochures, mailers their progress; and recertify Lifeline the moment. However, influenza people nationwide are hospital- $72 million in financial aid to near- and online, but does not use avail- customers regularly to ensure they A virus appears to be increasing. ized or die from influenza- asso- ly 279,000 households through able customer billing information still qualify for the discounts. Everyone 6 months of age and ciated illness. these two programs. LIDP provides to identify potential participants – For information, visit lacon- older should be immunized Flu immunizations are avail- discounted power, water and other an approach that can leave house- troller.org/utilitydiscounts. against the flu every year. This is able at regular health care the best way to prevent influenza providers and local pharmacies. spreading among family, friends Immunization is also provided at and co-workers who may be at no-cost or low-cost at various ’ high risk of flu complications. locations throughout the county. Bogie s Liquor Groups of people that are at high For information, visit risk include children younger bit.ly/lacflu, or call 211. Update on vaping illnesses Super Bowl Parties in Los Angeles County Start Here! The Los Angeles County cases reported are in individuals Department of Public Health contin- age 25 and younger. Both male and ues to warn residents about the use female cases have been reported. Stock up on your of vaping and e-cigarette devices as All but one case reported using potentially harmful to proper lung both e-cigarette and cannabis-type function and urges residents to stop products, not necessarily at the favorite beverages vaping now. Nationally, there con- same time. One reported using fla- tinue to be reports of people show- vored liquids only (no nicotine, ing up in emergency departments THC or CBD). Various devices and with similar symptoms such as products were reported and remain We carry the finest in coughing, difficulty breathing, under investigation. No specific fever, vomiting and diarrhea. While vendor, product or substance has the Centers for Disease Control and been identified as the cause. • Beer • Kegs Prevention identified Vitamin E Public Health continues to urge acetate as a potential chemical of healthcare providers to be on the • Spirits • Champagne concern, the cause for this threat alert for signs of severe respiratory remains unknown. illness among patients who recently As of Jan. 2, there is one new used vaping products – including e- reported case in Los Angeles cigarettes – and report cases by 5753 Melrose Ave. Corner of Melrose & Vine County, bringing the total to 36 phone to Los Angeles County cases of serious vaping-associated Department of Public Health at Call us! (323)469-1414 pulmonary injury and one death (626)299-3504. associated with e-cigarettes in the For information, visit pub- www.bogiesliquor.com county. lichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/pub- Approximately two out of three lic/vaping-faq.htm. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 January 23, 2020 WeHo mobilizes community for day of service

By Morgan Keith part of their community.” and see how much has changed at Members of the West Hollywood their campus, that they will feel On Jan. 20, nearly 60 volunteers City Council used the event as an invested in by the city,” Lehmann gathered at West Hollywood opportunity to speak with the stu- said. “That goes a long way Elementary School to participate in dents who came to volunteer. because if you feel that way, you the city’s annual day of service in “Every year has been an opportu- want to do that much better in your honor of Martin Luther King Jr. nity to make a difference, not only studies.” Day. to beautify the school but to be In addition to the improvements Participants included members invested in it,” Mayor Pro Tempore made during the day of service, the of Fairfax High School’s Kiwanis Lindsey Horvath said. “It’s an yard was prepared for two new Club, Americorps, Friends of West important day for everyone to be murals featuring children and sci- Hollywood Elementary, city staff, together.” ence-related elements. The murals, students and parents. Donning Principal Elizabeth Lehmann designed in partnership with the green shirts with King’s face, vol- said the day of service facilitated by West Hollywood Arts and Cultural photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood unteers were spread throughout the city staff leaves a positive impact Affairs Commission, will be West Hollywood has held an annual day of service on MLK Day for nearly yard working on different projects. on her students. installed in the yard in the coming a decade. This year, volunteers beautified West Hollywood Elementary In one corner, Amanda Benites “My hope is when the kids come weeks. School. and other members of the Kiwanis Club were raking and collecting leaves. “I think by doing this, we’re just improving our community and making it a better place for our next generation,” Benites said. Other volunteers worked on updating faded murals, cleaning the auditorium, planting drought-resis- tant gardens and power-washing playground equipment, with many parents and students working together. “I think because [students] par- ticipate and see their parents partic- ipating, they see an example of ser- vice and community that establish- es philanthropy of their own,” said Annabeth Gish, whose son attends the elementary school. “As a moth- er, it’s important that we impart that this isn’t just their school, this is a Workshop offers updates on WeHo green building rules

The city of West Hollywood has updated its Green Building Program and will host an orienta- tion meeting for the community on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 2 p.m. at Plummer Park, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. Join city staff members for a presentation about the recent changes and latest updates in the West Hollywood Green Building Program, which went into effect on Jan. 1. The West Hollywood Green Building Program – the first green building code in California – was adopted in 2007 and demonstrated the city’s commit- ment to improving the environ- ment. The program required new buildings and remodels to include energy efficient amenities with the goal of creating a sustainable future. The West Hollywood Green Building Program was updated in 2019 to keep pace with progres- sive national sustainable building design standards, the state’s Green Building Standards Code and evolving local and regional industry trends. The West Hollywood Green Building Program includes flexi- ble development standards, opportunities to innovate, high- achieving measures and a clear path towards continuing the city’s tradition of leadership on climate action. For information, visit weho.org/greenbuilding. 10 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Beverly Hills law firm has big plans for new home

By edwin folven Dordick Law Corporation has purchased a building at 470 S. Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills and is planning an extensive renovation project before it becomes the law office’s new headquarters. Located across the street from Dordick Law Corporation’s cur- rent offices, the new 10,000- square-foot building was pur- chased for approximately $11.1 photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office million. Dordick has hired Beverly Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang has appointed Aldo Hills architect Hamid Gabbay to Macias Arellano to oversee community relations in underserved redesign the space. Plans call for communities. the project to be complete and the firm to move in by the end of the year. “It’s a great location, a great photo courtesy of Dordick Law Corporation Assessor Prang welcomes new piece of property,” attorney Gary A building at 470 S. Beverly Drive is being remodeled and will serve as Dordick said. “It’s about double the new offices of the Dordick Law Corporation. the size [of the current office]. We member to public affairs team want to make it look very beautiful and modern. It will have a com- Beverly Hills, having grown up in Los Angeles County Assessor I look forward to him expanding pletely different look utilizing a lot the city. He attended Horace Mann Jeff Prang has named Aldo Macias the reach of the assessor’s office.” of glass.” Elementary School and graduated Arellano as the newest member of Macias Arellano was formerly Dordick said the goal is to make from Beverly Hills High School. his public affairs team. co-chair of Building Healthy the building stand out on Beverly He opened his first firm on Beverly Macias Arellano brings exten- Communities-Boyle Heights, Drive, where he has owned the Drive 32 years ago. sive experience as a community which educated community mem- firm’s current property since 1996. “We live in the neighborhood, organizer to his new role as a spe- bers about the Affordable Care He said the location is perfectly sit- all five of our kids attended school cial assistant field deputy in public Act. The group partnered with uated near the southern border of here. We are part of the communi- affairs. He has been involved in local businesses and clinics, which Beverly Hills. ty,” Dordick said. “We love the civic engagement with an empha- resulted in more than 200 individ- “It’s the first building people see community here, and that is why sis on nonprofit programs. uals being enrolled in the ACA and when they enter Beverly Hills, and we invest and live in it.” Macias Arellano’s focus in the My Health LA plans. we want to make it a beautiful Dordick Law Corporation spe- Los Angeles County Assessor’s “I am humbled by the fact that entrance to Beverly Hills,” cializes in civil litigation, primarily Office will be on underserved Assessor Prang has shown the Dordick added. “Beverly Drive is personal injury and death cases, communities, such as cities with confidence in me to perform these always going to be a valuable area, Dordick said. large Latino populations. He will tasks throughout Los Angeles and when this property came up for “We emphasize litigation and photo courtesy of Dordick Law Corporation also focus on building relation- County,” Macias Arellano said. sale, with 140 feet of frontage, I going to trial,” Dordick added. Attorney Gary Dordick said he is ships with homeowners, real estate “I’ve always believed that diversi- felt it was a good opportunity.” “We take a small number of cases proud to have his firm based in the professionals, business leaders and ty is our greatest strength and we Dordick has a long history in and fight very hard.” city of Beverly Hills. local media outlets. should open our doors to people, “Aldo brings a multicultural, not shut them out. Assessor Prang bilingual background that will shares that view, and I am excited benefit the public affairs team to be a member of his public greatly,” Prang said. “I selected affairs team.” him over other qualified candi- The Los Angeles County dates because of his proven track Assessor’s Office is the largest of record to build strong relationships its kind in the nation, employing with diverse communities. He 1,400 people with an annual bud- brings people into the mainstream get of nearly $190 million. For usually left on the sidelines for no information, visit assessor.lacoun- other reason than a benign neglect. ty.gov. Symposium focuses on injuries caused by falling

photo by Jaren Pursell/First-In Fire Foundation The First-In Fire Foundation and the Los Angeles Fire Department recently held a symposium at Olympia Medical Center on injuries caused by falling. Participants in the symposium included John Darnell (left), chief resilience officer for the Los Angeles Department of Neighborhood Empowerment; Gretchen Swanson, of the L.A. Falls Prevention Coalition; Steven Rosenthal, of Olympia Medical Center; Matt Williams, CEO of Olympia Medical Center; LAFD Assistant Deputy Chief Jaime Moore, South Bureau; Lyn MacEwen Cohen, president of the First-In Fire Foundation; and Meg McComb, executive director of the Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce. Someone dies from a fall every 19 minutes in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The LAFD partnered with the First-In Fire Foundation, L.A. Falls Prevention Coalition and EmpowerLA to raise awareness about the potential for injuries and deaths caused by falling. For information, visit firstinfirefoundation.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 January 23, 2020 Piling work to resume in Beverly Hills on Jan. 29

Metro is planning to resume pil- ity maintenance at Wilshire/La of the intersection. Northbound ing in Beverly Hills on Jan. 29 on Cienega and Wilshire/Stanley. Manhattan Place will be closed the north side of Wilshire Boulevard Metro has also announced work intermittently just north of Wilshire near Beverly Drive. Pile installation that will be occurring through Feb. 7 Boulevard, Monday to Friday, from will require partial lane and cross- along Wilshire near McCarthy 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday and walk closures. Work will occur in Vista/Crescent Heights Boulevard. Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. two stages, with one stage occurring Subsurface gas monitoring wells are Intermittent single lane closures at a time to allow for two-way traffic being installed and lane closers are may also be in place on Wilshire flow on Beverly Drive. required. Eastbound and westbound Boulevard between Western Avenue During work hours, Beverly Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced and Manhattan Place, Monday Drive will be reduced to one lane to a single lane from 5 a.m. to 3:30 through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 northbound and southbound from p.m. on weekdays, and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Dayton Way to Charleville p.m. on weekends between La Jolla For questions and concerns, call Boulevard. Throughout the pile and Fairfax avenues. Access to dri- the 24-hour project hotline at photo courtesy of Metro installation, which is anticipated to veways in the closure areas will be (213)922-6934, email the project continue through April on the north maintained. team at [email protected], or Barriers are being installed along Wilshire Boulevard near side of Wilshire Boulevard, left Utility and tunnel investigation is visit metro.net. Wilshire/Rodeo in anticipation of piling beginning soon in Beverly Hills. turns will not be permitted onto also occurring near La Jolla Avenue Beverly or Crescent drives. Work at and Crescent Heights Boulevard the intersection will occur on week- during non-peak hours from 9 a.m. days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and to 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on weekends from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays, and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on The north and west crosswalks at weekends. Lane closures along Wilshire Boulevard and Beverly Wilshire Boulevard will be intermit- Drive will be closed during work tently necessary between San Diego hours, and a pedestrian detour will Way and San Vicente Boulevard. be provided. Station construction, hauling and Once piling is complete on the concrete pouring are ongoing near north side of Wilshire Boulevard, Wilshire/Fairfax near the site of a the work is anticipated to move to future subway station. Ogden Drive the south side of the street. In total, will be closed 24-hours at Wilshire approximately 260 steel piles will be Boulevard. Intermittent lane clo- inserted into the ground to create a sures may also be in place to support perimeter around a future subway deck panel maintenance and soil station. Piling work is anticipated to investigation in the Wilshire/Fairfax last through July. station area. Anticipated work hours For updates on subway construc- are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. to tion in Beverly Hills, Metro is hold- 6 a.m., Monday through Friday. ing an upcoming webinar and public Orange Grove Avenue will also meeting. A lunchtime webinar will remain closed south of Wilshire be held on Wednesday, Feb. 5, from Boulevard through June. noon to 1 p.m. To participate, call Work is also ongoing at the stag- (650)479-3207 and use the access ing yards at Wilshire/La Brea, as code 809 386 471, and the password well as at a work zone in the center Purple. A monthly construction of Wilshire Boulevard just east of meeting will also be held on Feb. 5, Sycamore Avenue. Hauling and from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Second deliveries to and from the La Brea Floor Municipal Gallery at Beverly staging yards will continue as tun- Hills City Hall, 445 N. Rexford neling progresses underneath Drive. A project overview and infor- Wilshire Boulevard. Work hours are mation on the Wilshire/Rodeo and 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 2 a.m., Wilshire/La Cienega stations will be Monday through Saturday. provided. For information, call Intermittent lane closures may be (213)922-6934, or email purpleline- necessary between Highland [email protected]. Avenue and Detroit Street for instru- Work is also ongoing at mentation, environmental testing Wilshire/La Cienega, where station and street maintenance on Wilshire construction, material deliveries, Boulevard and side streets. instrumentation and concrete pour- Underground support from the cen- ing is ongoing. Station construction ter opening work zone at continues 24-hours in the staging Wilshire/Sycamore also continues to yards at Wilshire/La Cienega and support station construction under Wilshire/Gale. Gale Drive will be Wilshire Boulevard. intermittently closed at Wilshire Material deliveries and under- Boulevard to support construction in ground construction support also the staging yard. Access to North continues at a work zone in the cen- Gale Drive will be maintained from ter of Wilshire Boulevard near San Vicente Boulevard. Work hours Rimpau Boulevard. Wilshire outside the staging yards are 6 a.m. Boulevard has been reduced to two to 6 p.m., Monday through lanes in each direction between June Saturday. Intermittent lane reduc- Street and Muirfield Road. tions, turn restrictions and sidewalk Near Wilshire/Western, tunneling closures may be in place to support support and street maintenance is instrumentation work, road and util- ongoing at a staging yard just west Federal grant to ensure hospital can operate during disasters

The Federal Emergency Shaking from an earthquake can Management Agency has awarded damage essential medical equip- $1.7 million to the California ment and critical support systems Governor’s Office of Emergency needed to treat survivors, and the Services and the city of Los funds will be used for non-structur- Angeles to ensure Good Samaritan al bracing and anchoring of medical Hospital’s emergency department equipment, communications hard- can provide life-saving services ware and support for infrastructure. after a major earthquake. Specifically, the funds will be As a first-tier hospital in the used for the installation of bolts, National Disaster Medical System, straps, anchors, hangers and other Good Samaritan’s emergency staff reinforcements at Good Samaritan is trained to receive and treat vic- Hospital. The $1.7 million award tims of mass casualty events, came from FEMA’s Hazard including large-scale disasters. Mitigation Grant Program. 12 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Developer donates space on Jobs program for the formerly incarcerated expands Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has announced that Los Angeles La Brea Ave. to house LAHSA has received a three-year, $10 mil- lion grant from the California The Los Angeles-based real Strategies is a perfect example of Department of Transportation to estate investment and strategy how the public and private sectors extend New Roads to Second firm CGI Strategies has donated a can partner to help our residents Chances, a program that gives for- 17,500-square-foot office build- experiencing homelessness,” merly incarcerated Angelenos ing at 639 S. La Brea Ave. to the added Heidi Marston, chief pro- training, support and jobs maintain- Los Angeles Homeless Services gram officer at LAHSA. “This ing and cleaning roads. Authority as a temporary base of space will provide our hard-work- “Los Angeles is a place where operations for its homeless ing teams and community-based everybody belongs, and we’ll keep engagement team. partners with a dignified shared working to create opportunities for Engagement team members work space where they can meet anyone ready to give back to our work with homeless residents by with clients and collaborate with communities,” Garcetti said. “No photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office directing them to resources their colleagues. We thank CGI one needs a second chance more including shelters, transportation, Strategies for their generosity and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti touted the New Roads to Second urgently than our formerly incar- Chances program, which helps people who were formerly incarcerated counseling and health care. The look forward to working together cerated sisters and brothers, and find jobs and careers. space will provide a central gath- again on future projects.” New Roads to Second Chances ering place for other similar com- CGI allowed LAHSA to begin gives people a chance to rebuild munity outreach teams that pro- using the property in December their lives through the dignity of Americans and other people of that enable them to transition to vide direct assistance to individu- and the organization will remain work.” color are disproportionately repre- full-time employment and long- als experiencing homelessness, there until June 30. LAHSA will The New Roads program was sented in our criminal justice sys- term self-sufficiency. allowing more opportunity to use the property while plans are launched in 2016 with an initial tem,” said Los Angeles City “For individuals trying to navi- coordinate efforts. Having a cen- being formulated for a mixed-use $8.9 million state grant through a Councilman Marqueece Harris- gate challenges to securing tralized location where team development at the site with 14 partnership between the mayor’s Dawson, 8th District. “It’s impor- employment, such as experience members in the area can meet to units set aside for extremely low- office, Caltrans and Chrysalis. To tant that these people have the sup- with the criminal justice system, a coordinate their daily efforts will income households and one unit date, New Roads has served more port services and opportunities to transitional job presents the oppor- be helpful, said Thomas Wong, set aside for a moderate-income than 1,200 individuals on probation thrive following incarceration. tunity to get back to work quickly, coordinator of housing location household. or parole with job training, work- New Roads provides thousands of earn a wage and develop or build for LAHSA. For information, visit lahsa.org force development, wraparound opportunities to men and women on their skills,” said Mark “This donation from CGI and cgistrategies.com. services and transitional employ- looking to establish themselves in Loranger, president and CEO of ment. The goal is to support their the city and rejoin their communi- Chrysalis. “The job outcomes for reentry into society following ties.” this program are impressive. But incarceration. Beyond joining cleanup crews, one of the most amazing things that Homeless Count underway Each New Roads participant is participants work with case man- I’ve seen happen over the first sev- eligible for up to 90 paid working agers at Chrysalis to help them eral years of this program is how days on a Caltrans crew. Since the develop resumes, participate in job- crew members work and grow throughout L.A. County program’s inception, New Roads readiness classes, complete practice together. The experience of work- teams have collected 606,811 bags interviews and access computers, ing on a team and with supervisors The Greater Los Angeles Los Angeles and South Los of trash from roads and highways professional attire and scholarship who are invested in their success is Homeless Count is being held this Angeles areas on Jan. 23. The cities in L.A. County. funds. While working for New clearly a part of why this program week through today, Jan. 23, of Glendale, Pasadena and Long “We know that African Roads, participants develop skills has had such great outcomes.” throughout Los Angeles County. Beach conduct their own counts. Local government officials who The totals will be released by the planned to participate in counts in Los Angeles Homeless Services their areas include Los Angeles Authority in May or early June. City Councilmen Paul Koretz, 5th Last year’s count found that District; Mitch O’Farrell, 13th homelessness drastically increased District, and David Ryu, 4th in both the city and county of Los District. The count occurred in the Angeles. The totals of homeless San Gabriel and San Fernando individuals increased by 16% in the Valleys on Jan. 21, in the West Los city of Los Angeles and 12% in Los Angeles, Southeast Los Angeles Angeles County. and South Bay areas on Jan. 22, For information, visit theycoun- and in the Antelope Valley, Metro twillyou.org. ANTONIO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT PRESENTS the dollface dames cabaret!

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Paul S. Viviano, president and in addressing homelessness CEO of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, will be honored in Acting on a motion by Los The Comprehensive Crisis February with the 2020 Cardinal’s Angeles County Supervisors Response motion complements Award by the Archdiocese of Los Mark Ridley-Thomas, 2nd Newsom’s proposal to invest Angeles. District, and Janice Hahn, 4th $1.4 billion next year to address Viviano will be recognized for his District, the board of supervisors homelessness, and the recom- leadership in the healthcare industry, on Jan. 21 ordered the develop- mendations of the Governor’s his advocacy on behalf of children’s ment of a plan for implementing Council of Regional Homeless healthcare issues and for embodying a Comprehensive Crisis Advisors, co-chaired by Ridley- Catholic values in his contributions Response Strategy that will Thomas and Sacramento Mayor to the community. The honors will rapidly provide housing or shel- Darrell Steinberg. Elements of be presented at the annual Cardinal’s ter for people currently living on the governor’s plan were Awards Dinner on Feb. 29 at the the streets who are willing to inspired by programs in Los Beverly Hilton Hotel. come indoors. Angeles County. “This recognition is considered Ridley-Thomas immediately “We have to treat the homeless one of the highest honors for a followed up with a separate crisis with the urgency that it Catholic living in Los Angeles, motion, also approved by the demands,” Hahn said. “I don’t given to those who are truly making photo courtesy of CHLA board, identifying specific loca- want to continue to rely on the a difference in the lives of the most Children’s Hospital Los Angeles President and CEO Paul S. Viviano. tions for 30 trailers that Gov. same old policies and practices vulnerable in Los Angeles,” said Gavin Newsom has committed that are working too slowly. We Rev. Dagmar Grefe, manager of to deploying in Los Angeles need our own Marshall Plan here spiritual care and clinical pastoral in Southern California and beyond.” well as a member of the board of County as part of an executive in L.A. County so that we can education at Children’s Hospital Los Viviano, a lifelong Catholic and directors. Viviano has three decades order issued on Jan. 8. The provide shelter and housing to Angeles. “Paul’s spirit of service and member of St. Bonaventure Parish of success leading academic medical motion calls for deploying the anyone and everyone who is compassion truly shows in the way in Huntington Beach, joined centers, for-profit health care organi- trailers in public- and privately- willing to come inside, and we he leads Children’s Hospital in its Children’s Hospital Los Angeles in zations and nonprofit community owned parking lots in south Los need the flexibility to do it as mission to better the lives of children late 2015 as president and CEO, as hospitals. For information, visit Angeles to serve as interim quickly and as efficiently as pos- chla.org and cardinalsawardsdin- housing for families. sible.” ner.org. “The Los Angeles Homeless The motion instructs county Services Authority tells us that, departments, led by the County O’Farrell hosts celebration right now, there are 30,000 peo- CEO’s Homeless Initiative and ple across Los Angeles County Office of Emergency ESTATE PLANNING who have been assessed and are Management, to create a frame- for new pedestrian bridge An Introduction ready and willing to be housed,” work for prioritizing and imple- Many people think that estate plan- ning is simply the writing of a will. Ridley-Thomas said. “We need a menting strategies that would Los Angeles City Councilman Village, is one of four bridge projects But a good estate plan will also framework that makes sure each build greater capacity and Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, is taking shape along the Los Angeles protect you in the event of your of them has a safe place to go, accountability to ensure housing inviting the public to a celebration of River in the 13th District. The bridge incapacity. It will let you - not the and soon. This means getting rid and services for members of the the opening of the new Red Car will provide greater accessibility for courts – make decisions about your of any red tape and other unnec- homeless population. Pedestrian Bridge spanning the Los pedestrians and other non-motorized medical care and keep control of essary impediments so that we The board called for a report Angeles River from 11:30 a.m. to 1 uses, which is especially important your assets. The best time to plan can expedite housing and ser- in 60 days on potential pro- p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25. as the city embarks on a three-year your estate is now - while you can vices.” grams. The event will be held at Red Car seismic retrofit and restoration of the and before you need it. None of us Park on Glendale Boulevard at Glendale-Hyperion complex of likes to think about our own frail- Ferncroft Road, and will include a bridges, O’Farrell said. The North ties, but that is exactly why so ribbon-cutting ceremony and a per- Atwater Bridge will open in the many families are caught off guard formance by the John Marshall High coming weeks and the Taylor Yard Proposed state legislation will and unprepared when incapacity or School Jazz Band. Refreshments Bridge is expected to be completed death strikes. will also be served. in 2021. make it easier to build housing The Red Car Bridge, which will For information, visit cd13.lac- Who Needs Estate Planning? connect Silver Lake and Atwater ity.org. EVERYONE over the age of 18 On the heels of the Gov. Gavin should consider the benefits associ- ated with designating a person Newsom’s more than $1 billion dol- “We must focus on lar budget announcement on home- who, in the event of your incapaci- lessness, Assemblyman Miguel policies that keep Letters to the Editor ty, will have the responsibility for Santiago (D-Los Angeles) intro- people off of the the management of your health care, including the authority to duced AB 1907, which would news, music, food, events and streets and build WeHo sheriff’s make health care decisions on your remove barriers and help accelerate memories, making the Beverly behalf. the construction of housing for fam- homeless housing detective is Press the most awaited, interest- ilies and individuals experiencing faster ...” ing and fun Thursday morning Whatever the size of your estate, homelessness. sorely missed read. even a small one, someone should “Despite California being the fifth Best wishes [for] the new year. be in charge of its management and largest economy in the world, many -Assemblyman Re “This world has a little less Miguel Santiago distribution. If your estate is larger, people are living in tents and dying luster: Fallen West Hollywood Nedra Zachary you will also want to consider var- on the streets as if we were living in sheriff’s detective remembered Loren L. Zachary Society for the ious ways to preserve your assets the second Great Depression,” for helping others,” Jan. 16 issue Performing Arts for your beneficiaries and to reduce Santiago said. “We must focus on policies that keep people off of the Beverly Hills or postpone the amount of estate streets and build homeless housing I wanted to thank you for that tax which otherwise might be faster by doing everything humanly heartfelt obituary you wrote on payable at your death. possible to remove existing barri- [Det. Amber Leist], it was much Homeless issue ers.” more personal and touching than seems to be What Is My Estate? “There are no boundaries to the any of the other pieces I read in Your estate consists, simply, of moral crisis of homelessness,” added any of the other publications. I’m worsening everything you own - your home, Los Angeles County Supervisor sure that story meant a lot to her other real estate, bank accounts, Mark Ridley-Thomas, 2nd District. family and those who knew her. The homeless population has investments, retirement benefits, “An expanded AB 1197 will stream- I didn’t know her well, but increased. You can’t leave your insurance policies, death benefits, line essential shelter, affordable and remember her fondly as a great, home without having to negotiate collectibles, and personal belong- supportive housing projects across hard-working detective who was with them on a daily basis. [It’s] ings. When you start adding it up Los Angeles County and California, always a pleasure to collaborate very hard on everybody. you may find, like many people do, and expedite the urgent work of with. Thanks for taking the time There seems to be more aggres- that you actually own a lot more bringing everyone home.” to tell her story so vividly. It was sive homeless, too. I’ve never had than you think. Now, perhaps, you FOR LEASE AB 1197, also authored by a good reminder to me of how one chase me across the street understand why people do estate 8060 Melrose Santiago, was signed last year to important local news is and what before, nor yell at me when I try planning. • Full 3rd Floor - 5700 sq ft speed up the environmental review a great voice you are for our to walk by. I’ve watched them die on the • Creative Office. Full service process for emergency and support- community. ive housing projects in the city of street, scream outside the • Perfect for PR/ Graphics/Film Los Angeles. 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committed a petty theft in the 8300 cion of driving under the influence La Cienega at 5:30 p.m. block of Wilshire. of alcohol or drugs in the 200 P OLICE BLOTTER block of S. Beverly at 10:56 a.m. At 5:45 p.m., a strong-arm robbery An unknown suspect committed a was reported in the 8900 block of grand theft in the 9500 block of At 12:57 p.m., an unknown sus- Santa Monica. Wilshire at 12:22 p.m. pect committed a grand theft in the 200 block of S. La Cienega. Jan. 10 The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the At 1:52 p.m., an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between committed a petty theft in the 300 An unknown suspect committed a At 3:36 p.m., an unknown suspect Jan. 12 and Jan. 18. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- block of N. Canon. grand theft in the 9200 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los Burton Way at 4 p.m. 600 block of Almont. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles Jan. 16 County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and Jan. 18 An unknown suspect burglarized a the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. At 9:19 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked near the corner of committed a petty theft in the 300 An unknown suspect committed a Robertson and Rangeley at 4:35 p.m. 1000 block of Summit. block of Canon. residential burglary in the 200 Beverly Hills Police block of Reeves at 3:58 a.m. At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Department A suspect was arrested for driving An unknown suspect committed a residential burglary in the 100 At 3:59 a.m., a suspect was arrest- stole a bicycle in the 8200 block of under the influence of alcohol or Santa Monica. Jan. 12 drugs near the corner of Charleville block of N. Swall at 2 p.m. ed on suspicion of driving under and Reeves at 10:48 p.m. the influence of alcohol or drugs At 6:18 p.m., an unknown suspect near the corner of Clifton and Elm. Jan. 12 An unknown suspect committed a committed a grand theft in the grand theft in the 9700 block of Jan. 13 9800 block of Wilshire. At 5:46 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 3:31 p.m. West Hollywood burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect assaulted a Sheriff’s Station 8400 block of Santa Monica. At 5:08 p.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 200 block of Moreno victim in the 300 block of N. burglarized a vehicle parked in the at 1:40 p.m. Beverly at 6:31 p.m. 200 block of N. Crescent. Jan. 9 • Information about crimes At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Jan. 17 occurring in the Los Angeles An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 9500 At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Police Department’s Wilshire petty theft from a vehicle parked in block of Wilshire. At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the and Hollywood divisions was the 9200 block of Beverly at 7 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 200 8900 block of Santa Monica. unavailable this week due to Jan. 14 block of S. Oakhurst. technical problems with the At 9:20 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a crimemapping.com website. committed a grand theft in the At 9:15 a.m., an unknown suspect A suspect was arrested on suspi- vehicle parked in the 1000 block of Female suspect in custody Woman dies after being run over by her own vehicle n Passenger is arrested struck the rear tire of a motorcycle had been recently living in the for stabbing at nightclub being driven by an unidentified Hollywood area. The deceased vic- for allegedly causing man. The driver of the Mercedes tim, also a resident of the fled and the motorcyclist followed Hollywood area, was not identified tim,” Frettlohr added. “We found accident and fleeing By edwin folven until the car suddenly turned into a pending notification of next of kin. [the suspect} through video, wit- driveway and the two women inside The motorcyclist remained at the A woman who allegedly nesses and detectives’ investiga- By edwin folven the vehicle got out, Osborne said. scene and is also considered a vic- stabbed a female victim on Jan. tion.” The motorcyclist also stopped, tim, Osborne said. 19 at a nightclub on Pico The suspect, Elaine DeLeon A 27-year-old woman was killed and the two women became Cunha was arrested and booked Boulevard is in custody and has Gutierrez, who Frettlohr said is after she was run over by her own involved in a confrontation with for felony hit and run because been charged with murder, in her 30s, fled after the stabbing vehicle on Jan. 20 following an him, Osborne added. The Mercedes authorities believe her actions led police said. and was located later the same alleged road rage incident in rolled forward and struck a curb to the victim’s death, and she fled The stabbing occurred at day at a motel in Ventura. The Hollywood, police said. and tree. The passenger got back the scene. Cunha posted $50,000 approximately 12:30 a.m. at the detective added that the ex-girl- Authorities arrested another 27- into the front passenger seat of the bail and was released from custody. Catch One nightclub at 4067 W. friend, who was not identified, year-old woman who was a passen- Mercedes and allegedly shifted the Osborne said the case will be for- Pico Blvd. The victim, Iman remained at the scene and coop- ger in the victim’s car and booked vehicle, and it rolled backwards. As warded to the Los Angeles County Wright, of Lakewood, was erated with police. her for felony hit-and-run for her the driver attempted to get back District Attorney’s Office, which attending a special event at the “She tried to intercede alleged involvement that led to the into the driver’s side of the vehicle, will review the investigation and nightclub when she was stabbed, between the two,” Frettlohr said. driver’s death. she was knocked down and became determine if charges will be filed. said Det. Herman Frettlohr, of “The people just got heated and Det. Olin Osborne, of the Los trapped under the vehicle, Osborne Osborn said the incident serves the Los Angeles Police it escalated.” Angeles Police Department’s West said. The vehicle rolled over the as a reminder that anyone involved Department’s West Bureau Anyone with further informa- Traffic Division, described the case driver and killed her. in a collision is required by law to Homicide Unit. tion is asked to call investigators as “unusual” and the death as an The passenger fled the scene on stay at the scene and render aid if “There was an ongoing dis- at (213)382-9470. During week- “accident.” The incident began at foot and was taken into custody a possible. Anyone with information pute between the victim and her ends and off-hours, call the approximately 11:54 p.m. when the short time later. She has been iden- is urged to call West Traffic ex-girlfriend, and the ex-girl- LAPD’s hotline at two women were in a grey tified as Samantha Cunha, who Division detectives at (213)473- friend’s friend stabbed the vic- (877)LAPD247. Mercedes traveling south on Martel Avenue near Sunset Boulevard and Osborne said is from Florida but 0234. Police seek juvenile suspect LAPD tests electric motorcycles in pilot program The Los Angeles Police grant was not provided, but Zero $8,500 For information, visit Department has purchased three elec- motorcycles start at approximately cleantransportationfunding.org. for cell phone store robberies tric off-road motorcycles using a Clean Transportation Funding Grant Detectives from the Los allegedly attributed to the crews from the Mobile Source Air Pollution Angeles Police Department’s have occurred in Orange and San Reduction Review Committee. Commercial Crimes Division are Bernardino counties. Man who allegedly committed sex The motorcycles were manufac- seeking information about a group The suspects walked into the tured by Zero, a company based near of suspects who were arrested for stores and took items from display Santa Cruz, California. They are allegedly robbing multiple cell tables, police said. The suspects act with a dog pleads no contest being tested by the LAPD in a pilot phone stores in the second half of then either cut or pulled the secu- project to determine the effectiveness A 37-year-old West Hollywood authorities about a social media 2019. rity cables from the electronic of zero emissions motorcycles in off- man entered a no contest plea on post of a video depicting animal Four of the five suspects devices and ran out of the stores road patrols in parks, on hiking trails, Jan. 17 to a charge stemming from abuse. Authorities identified that believed to have committed the with multiple phones. equestrian habitats and unpaved dri- allegations that he sexually assault- the video was posted by the defen- robberies are in custody and a fifth The suspects were responsible ving surfaces. ed a dog. dant earlier that month and he was is still being sought by authorities. for thousands of dollars in proper- The motorcycles can be used on The defendant, who has legally taken into custody at a home in The suspect still being sought was ty loss. The Los Angeles County sand and gravel, as well as water, changed his name to Sexy Vegan Newhall where he had been stay- described as a juvenile, and police District Attorney’s Office has filed mud and snow. Because electric but was previously known as ing. He had originally been are hoping a tip will lead to his multiple counts against one of the motorcycles do not emit sound, they Hansel DeBartolo, entered the plea charged with one misdemeanor whereabouts. suspects Damon Levi Williams, as are an ideal choice in habitats where to one misdemeanor count of dis- count each of sexual assault on an The suspects allegedly robbed well as charges against the three noise and emissions can cause harm, turbing the peace, according to animal and posting obscene matter. the stores from Aug. 1 through other suspects, all of whom were police said. The motorcycles will also Deputy District Attorney Bradley The social media post was taken Dec. 23. The robberies occurred not named because they are juve- be used for patrols at special events. Lieberman, of the Los Angeles down shortly after the arrest. The between 2 and 7 p.m. in at least six niles ages 14 to 17. Since 1990, the MSRC has invest- County District Attorney’s Office. defendant’s dogs were seized by stores, including a location in the Video of the suspect who is still ed more than $400 million in hun- The defendant was sentenced to Los Angeles County Animal 600 block of Western Avenue. The wanted can be viewed by visiting dreds of clean transportation initia- two years of probation, 100 hours Control officers after the defen- other robberies occurred at stores lapdonline.org. Anyone with tives that reduce air pollution from of community service and 52 dant’s arrest and will not be in the San Fernando Valley, East information is urged to call Dets. motor vehicles. The LAPD sought weeks of attending a sexual offend- returned. As part of the plea agree- Los Angeles and South Los Matthew Gares or James Verner at MSRC’s assistance to launch its Zero er program. ment, the defendant is prohibited Angeles. Additional hold-ups (213)486-6940. All Electric Off-Road Motorcycles Sexy Vegan was arrested on from owning any animals while on Pilot Program. The amount of the Sept. 24 after a civilian notified probation. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 January 23, 2020

peppers. First course items on the menu include a parsnip soup with pickled 71Above apple mostarda made from mustard seeds, shaved walnuts and pretty nasturtium flowers. Other selec- tions include a burrata with sliced Where the term persimmon, and fried Brussels sprouts glazed with a Mandarin ‘elevated dining’ green apple curry sauce. We chose a yellow tail hamachi, a market really means something By Jill Weinlein salad and a roasted beet salad as our starters. The market salad was a colorful 1Above, located on the 71st rupted panorama of greater Los bowl displaying green and purple floor of the US Bank Tower, Angeles is breathtaking during the endive and Bibb lettuce. Thinly 7offers panoramic views of day and very romantic in the sliced Asian pears, parmesan downtown Los Angeles and evening. cheese, chopped almonds and a beyond. The OUE Skyspace, a 45- Guests can choose from three light olive oil dressing delivered an foot slide cantilevering outside of different dining experiences: a earthy profile. the high-rise building, while sepa- reservation deposit for a prime win- Artistically arranged with two rate from 71Above, provides a dow table, an edge table right at the rows of Japanese yellow tail, half of thrilling start to an evening out. window or one of the two chef’s the hamachi was wrapped with Executive chef Javier Lopez pre- tables that offer a direct view into thinly sliced cucumber and topped pares an elevated seasonal menu the kitchen. with sliced grapes, while the other and adds a personal flair to many of Both the lunch and dinner menus half was topped with red beet photo courtesy of 71Above his dishes. are prix-fixe, with a two-course medallions and sprigs of micro- The hamachi is one of the stunning first course dishes offered on lunch menu for $35. Guests can The restaurant is built around a greens. 71Above’s lunch menu. unique 360-degree compass next to also select an optional wine pairing Roasted beets were placed on a the floor-to-ceiling windows, for an additional $24 during lunch. bed of ancient farro with a sprin- ed the New Zealand salmon filet. lops were served on a bed of farro which change in opacity as the sun Our server went over the menu kling of buckwheat grains on the Cooked in a miso brown butter with risotto. Crunchy julienne leeks and moves across the sky, with an indi- and shared the staff favorite: a top. This dish was dressed lightly coconut, the filet was served with a creamy leek foam dazzled the top vidual compass at each table. creamy and rich black squid ink and the texture of the grains bal- three types of squash including a of this dish. The third entrée was Sitting at a table overlooking pasta layered with shredded crab anced the smoothness of the beets. maple glazed squash and a puree. the staff’s favorite squid ink pasta. Malibu to Palos Verdes, the uninter- and slightly spicy Calabrian chili For the second course, we select- Two large pan-seared diver scal- See 71Above page 19

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Museums throughout Los Angeles will offer free admission on Saturday, Jan. 25, as part of the 15th annual “Museums Free-for- All” program. Over 40 museums presenting art, cultural heritage, natural history and science will open their doors to visitors. “We’re proud to celebrate 15 years of ‘Free-for-All,’ welcoming visitors across Southern California to enjoy a wide variety of muse- ums. It’s a great chance to revisit old favorites or discover some- thing new,” said Jennifer Caballero, president of SoCal Museums and marketing director for the Skirball Cultural Center. “I’m always impressed by the photo courtesy of the Original Farmers Market range of cultural offerings. From cars to Cold War artifacts to mod- ern art, there’s something for photo by Joshua White, JWPictures/©Academy Museum Foundation Family fun at the Farmers Market everyone.” The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will host a makeup and pros- The offer is for general museum thetics popup on Jan. 25. admission only and does not apply Lunar New Year celebration to specially ticketed exhibitions. Join the Original Farmers Market, corner of Third and Fairfax, for its Regular parking fees apply at each County and Skirball Cultural day. The Academy Award-winning annual Lunar New Year celebration on Sunday, Jan. 26, from 2 to 5 p.m. museum. Center. The Museum of Tolerance makeup and special effects artists Visitors can celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Rat with festivities Participating museums include will hold a day of free admission will be transforming four Academy including a chalk art presentation, balloon twister, dragon puppet craft sta- the Academy Museum of Motion on Sunday, Jan. 26. Museum staff members using tion, Chinese calligraphy, lion dances, kung fu demonstration and a perfor- Pictures, Autry Museum of the From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on makeup and prosthetics. Visitors mance by local illusionist Joseph Tran. The family-oriented afternoon will American West, The Broad, Saturday, Jan. 25, the Academy will get a chance to watch the trans- be held on the Market Plaza and there will be “Lucky 8” specials on food California African American Museum of Motion Pictures will formations take place, ask ques- and merchandise. Museum, California Science host an outdoor pop-up experi- tions about the makeup artists’ The Original Farmers Market is located at 6333 W. Third St. For infor- Center, Cayton Children’s ence, which will take place along process and learn some techniques. mation, visit farmersmarketla.com. Museum, Craft Contemporary, the outside of the construction In the afternoon, Berger will Forest Lawn Museum, Getty fencing at the end of LACMA’s show the public some small make- Center Museum, Getty Villa Kendall Concourse, the covered up techniques to turn oneself into Bill would create free tuition in CSU system for transfers Museum, Hammer Museum, La walkway connecting the east and truly terrifying creatures and char- Assemblyman Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles) recently joined Los Brea Tar Pits and Museum, Los west ends of LACMA’s campus. acters. Angeles Community College District Chancellor Francisco Rodriguez and Angeles County Museum of Art, Academy of Motion Picture Arts The Academy Museum is locat- others to celebrate the introduction of Assembly Bill 1862, which would Los Angeles Museum of the and Sciences members Leonard ed at 6067 Wilshire Blvd. For provide a pathway to a free bachelor’s degree in the California State Holocaust, MOCA, Natural Engelman and Howard Berger will information, visit University System. History Museum of Los Angeles be the museum’s guests for the socalmuseums.org/free. “The cost of a bachelor’s degree is just too damn high. Our students deserve the chance to earn a degree without being burdened by overwhelm- ing debt,” Santiago said. “Providing two years of tuition-free CSU means students will save tens of thousands of dollars while earning their bache- lor’s degree. AB 1862 puts that dream within reach for California students and their families.” Currently, full-time students can attend a community college free for their first two years. At a time when most students are taking on insur- mountable debt to earn their degrees, the bill will expand upon the California College Promise program by providing two years of tuition-free CSU to community college transfer students. Plans call for AB 1862 to be considered in the Assembly Higher Education Committee in March or April.

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LAUSD approves recognition of Filipino Heritage and History Month “This resolution ... provides ample The Los Angeles Unified School directs all schools to accurately rep- language instruction is offered in celebrate our Filipino students, edu- opportunities for District Board of Education has resent and celebrate Filipino history English and Spanish, Korean, cators, employees and families.” students to explore the approved a resolution recognizing and heritage and also provide Mandarin, Arabic, Armenian or All members of the LAUSD Filipino Heritage and History ample opportunities for students to French in the LAUSD. board co-sponsored the resolution, historical and cultural Month starting next October. The explore the historical and cultural “Los Angeles Unified is the most including Nick Melvoin, who rep- aspects of the Filipino- sponsor, Student Board Member aspects of the Filipino-American diverse big city in the country, resents the local area on the board. American community.” Frances Suavillo, was born in the community, and of the where America comes to see its “Our diversity makes us stronger, Philippines and moved to Los Philippines.” future, a future where all students as a district, a city and a country, no Frances Suavillo Angeles at age 9. She is a senior at LAUSD Superintendent Austin have an understanding of the world matter what we hear from the LAUSD Student Board Member Carson Senior High School. Beutner will explore establishing around them and are prepared for White House,” Melvoin said. “I’m “Los Angeles Unified is so dual language instruction in all of the opportunities in an proud to support this celebration of will kick off this celebration of diverse and rich in culture,” Tagalog and major dialects spoken increasingly global economy,” our Filipino community and look Filipino Heritage Month.” Suavillo said. “This resolution in the Philippines. Currently, dual Beutner said. “We are pleased to forward to October 2020 when we For information, visit lausd.net. Stars turn out for Oscar Viewing L.A.Zoo announces new Party at the Hollywood Museum addition to gorilla family The fifth annual Roger Neal and Maryanne Lai Oscar Viewing Dinner The Los Angeles Zoo has wel- Over the first weeks of the and After Party will be held on Sunday, Feb 9, at the Hollywood Museum. comed a new addition to its Campo young gorilla’s life, animal The event will honor stars with Icon Awards during the pre-show cere- Gorilla Reserve. care staff will allow N’djia monies for the Academy Awards, which will also be held on Feb. 9 at the The zoo’s 25-year-old female and her newborn to choose Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. western lowland gorilla N’djia (en- whether to join father, 32- The honorees at the viewing party include Nancy O’Dell, Mamie Van JEE-uh) recently gave birth to her year-old male silverback Doren, Obba Babatunde, Andy Madadian, Joel Diamond, Lee first baby on Jan. 18, marking the gorilla Kelly, and the rest of Meriwether and Terry Moore. Donelle Dadigan, owner of the Hollywood first gorilla birth at the L.A. Zoo in the troop or remain behind- Museum, will receive a over 20 years. N’djia and her baby, the-scenes. While N’djia may Woman in Philanthropy for which the sex has yet to be deter- choose to remain resting with Award. mined, spent their first day together her baby away from public The Academy Awards bonding behind-the-scenes at the viewing, guests may get a viewing dinner will be a zoo. glimpse of them as N’djia black tie affair and many “This historic birth is a step for- and her baby begin to explore stars are expected to attend. ward for western lowland gorilla and move around Campo During the dinner party, the conservation,” said Denise M. Gorilla Reserve over the Jose Iturbi Foundation will Verret, CEO and director of the zoo. coming weeks. Animal care receive a donation from “For the first time in over two and animal health staff will Roger and Lynn Neal and decades, Angelenos will now have a continue to closely monitor partners Maryanne and unique opportunity to watch this N’djia and her baby’s health Thomas Lai. gorilla baby grow up at the L.A. and development. “Our fifth annual Oscar Zoo. I want to thank our dedicated The Los Angeles Zoo is Viewing Dinner, Suite and animal care and animal health located at 5333 Zoo Drive. photo courtesy of the L.A. Zoo After Party will be our best teams who have worked tirelessly For information, call The L.A. Zoo’s western lowland gorilla yet and we are looking for- monitoring N’djia and her baby’s (323)644-4200, or visit N’djia welcomed a new offspring on ward to a spectacular progress.” lazoo.org. Jan. 18. night,” said Roger Neal, chairman of the dinner. The Hollywood Museum is located at 1660 N. Highland Ave. The Oscar Viewing Dinner and After Party is by invitation only and requires tickets. For information, call (323)366- photo courtesy of Edward Lozzi 2796, or email The Hollywood Museum will host a viewing [email protected]. dinner and after party on Oscar Sunday.

beets, charcuterie with selected 71Above cured meats and marinated olives, and a chef’s selection cheese plate. From page 17 Heartier fare includes steak tartare, octopus and Nduja Bolognese We finished with a bowl of pasta. coconut custard hidden under a The bar makes cocktails inspired bright green basil gelée. Dollops of by neighborhoods in Los Angeles, Key lime curd, a scoop of strawber- including the Hollywood, which ry sorbet, freshly cut strawberries offers a spicy grapefruit essence and crunchy, flavorful sesame brit- made from jalapeño Grey Goose tle decorated the top. The complex- vodka and grapefruit cordial. The ity and textures of this dessert West Hollywood is made with offered an array of bright and clean apple-enhanced Hangar 1 Vodka, flavors. apple brandy, and apple and cinna- The second dessert was a round, mon cordial. Beers include a crisp ginger snap tuile wafer on top Lagunitas Czech Pilsner, Saint of dark chocolate cremeux, smoked Archer white ale, North Coast Old banana ice cream and a salted Rasputin Russian Imperial, and peanut crumble. Both desserts were Almanac Sunshine and Opportunity pleasing in presentation and flavor. sour beers. Pastry chef Vanesa Beltran over- 71Above will be offering a spe- sees the program and will introduce cial four-course Valentine’s Day a wide range of new artistic desserts dinner menu on Feb. 14 for $150 including vegan and gluten-free per person. Lead sommelier sweets for the lunch and dinner Catherine Morel will introduce menus. some of her favorite wines with a Spur-of-the-moment guests can supplemental $75 wine pairing. come in for dinner and sit in the bar Reservations for lunch during the or lounge without a deposit reserva- week are recommended, but not tion. On a first-come, first-served required for the main dining room basis, diners can order from the a la starting at 11:30 a.m. The restaurant carte Bar Bites menu prepared by is open nightly for dinner starting at the same fine dining kitchen. 5 p.m. Reservations can be made on Items on the menu include oys- the restaurant’s website, and pay- ters, a potato and two-cheese fritter ment in full gives you a “ticket” with truffles, a falafel with za’atar with the number of guests and time and pickled onion, and dates of the reservation. Pricing varies wrapped in bacon and blue cheese. and depends on the menu. $$$ 633 Shareable plates include roasted W. 5th St., (213)712-2683. 20 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press For your consideration: ‘The Two Popes,’ ‘Jojo Rabbit’ “The Two Popes” (Jonathan Pryce) wishes to resign, frustrated that the Catholic Church When Pope Benedict XVI isn’t progressing. But Benedict resigned, something done by only (Anthony Hopkins) refuses his one pope 600 years prior, Pope request, instead forcing the man Francis breathed new life into who would become Pope Francis Catholicism. That’s the position of to engage in several days of Netflix’s “The Two Popes,” which debate about theology, church pol- those his age, doesn’t get any depicts conversations between the itics and an assortment of other backstory. Again, odd choice. two men, leading to Benedict’s topics. Amidst this, we also drift As for its historical accuracy, shocking exeunt. Certainly, this is into Bergoglio’s tumultuous histo- well that’s a non-starter. The film expertly crafted cinema by direc- ry, especially during the Dirty War is adapted from a play, which ide- tor Fernando Meirelles (“City of in Argentina. alizes and sometimes caricatures God,” “Blindness”), but it could In an odd choice, however, no the pairs’ jagged parts. If the result have ascended even higher with a such background occurs for speaks truth, then such choices jus- more involved screenplay willing Benedict, who remains largely tifiably work. But in at least one to truly get dirty with more facts stoic, occasionally the champion instance, Francis appears the hero along with its bromance opti- of wisdom Hopkins employs in against a serial pedophile when mism. many a film. To be clear, the guy that modest victory belongs to forced to participate in the Hitler The story is simple enough: Benedict. This is perhaps the great photo courtesy of Fox Searchlight Youth at 14, the law of the land for Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio sin of screenwriter Anthony In “Jojo Rabbit,” Taika Waititi plays an imaginary, idiot Hitler and Roman McCarten’s (“The Theory of Griffin Davis stars as Jojo. Everything,” “The Darkest Hour”). His brand of historic melodrama so beloved by awards “Jojo Rabbit” member whose faith in the Third voters permits delightful, satisfy- Reich wavers – to Thomasin ing cinema, but little more. Taika Waititi (“Thor: McKenzie (“Leave No Trace”) as In “Theory,” he avoided dis- Ragnarok,” “What We Do in the Else – a Jewish girl hiding in cussing actual physics, “Darkest” Shadows”) is an incredible direc- Jojo’s attic and reason for the features no political jargon at all, tor, writer and actor. His episode boy’s change of heart. The cast and “Popes” condenses each indi- of “The Mandalorian” sends sea- also proves memorable: Sam vidual into clear, mundane cate- son one out on an amazing high. Rockwell as an indifferent Nazi gories: traditional and progressive. His mo-cap performance of Korg general, Rebel Wilson rocking her Benedict’s concern for climate (the rock guy) in a couple Marvel usual brand of humor and Scarlett change, ignored. Same for Francis’ flicks is hilarious. And all his Johansson as Jojo’s mother, per- spotty record on reporting future projects, another “Thor” haps the most complex character pedophile priests. “Popes” sands film and perhaps a “Star Wars” in the entire film. too far, providing fun material for one too, are insanely exciting. Disappointingly, Waititi’s take discussion about basic theological As for his World War II satire up on idiot Hitler, an oaf in Jojo’s topics when it could be a master for best pic and an AFI top 10 film head, amounts to a minor role. His class in ecclesiology. of 2019 – featuring Waititi as an juvenile antics work double time Perhaps this is overly harsh. imaginary friend Hitler – it’s OK. as equal parts the product of a “The Two Popes” is actually better Some parts work well, but the naive imagination and a cathartic photo courtesy of Netflix than several contenders for best satire lacks bite, and any actual dig at one of history’s most mon- Pope Benedict (Anthony Hopkins) and Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio pic. If only it cared more about laughs are almost entirely absent. strous figures. Such a premise (Jonathan Pryce), who becomes Pope Francis. depth than sentimentality. It might just be Waititi’s weakest works great on paper, but it never film to date. delivers the one-two punches Despite these shortcomings, “Jojo Rabbit” needs, especially as Temple shows Auschwitz film on Holocaust Remembrance Day every performance succeeds, from things transition from comedy to first-time actor Roman Griffin sincerity, rather than combine Hollywood Temple Beth El is inmate at Auschwitz, and includes Polish cinema.” Davis as Jojo – a Hitler Youth both. holding a screening of the historic former prisoners as actors. The A panel discussion follows the Polish film “The Last Stage” at 7 film was based on the account of film with Jaroslaw Łasiński, con- p.m. on Monday, Jan. 27. Mala Zimetbaum, who was exe- sul general of the Republic of The screening commemorates cuted at Auschwitz. Poland; Rabbi Haim Dov Beliak, the 75th anniversary of the libera- Rabbi Norbert Weinberg, of who is involved with the organi- tion of Auschwitz and is being Hollywood Temple Beth El, said zation Jewish Renewal in Poland; Window Sale! held on United Nations Holocaust the film was a cinematic first in and Elizabeth Kanski, president Remembrance Day. Hollywood many ways, including the direc- of the Polish Film Festival of Los Temple Beth El presents the film tor’s struggle with Communist Angeles. Weinberg will moderate in conjunction with the Consulate Party supervisors to emphasize the discussion. General of Poland-Los Angeles, Jewish victims. Many Holocaust Admission is $12. Hollywood the Polish Film Festival of Los films, such as Steven Spielberg’s Temple Beth El is located at 1317 Angeles and Jewish Renewal in “Schindler’s List,” were influ- N. Crescent Heights Blvd. For Poland. enced by Jakubowska’s pioneer- tickets and information, call The 1948 film was directed by ing work. The director has been (323)656-3150, or visit last- Wanda Jakubowska, a former called “the grandmother of stage.brownpapertickets.com. wood • vinyl • fiberglass • aluminum Aerial photography discussion at Forest Lawn Museum KEEP THE COLD OUT! Join Forest Lawn Museum for a discussion on aerial photography, SALE GOOD 25% OFF presented in conjunction with cur- THRU 1/31/20your first 5 Milgard Windows rent exhibition “The Elevated Eye: Aerial Photography Past and Present,” at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25. During the 30-minute talks, photographer David Maisel, a 2018 Guggenheim Fellow in the Creative Arts whose work is fea- tured in the exhibition, will dis- cuss aerial photography and destruction of the environment, and Dr. Laura Danly, curator at the Griffith Observatory, will speak about astronomy and ecolo- gy. check out our YELP reviews! A Q&A with James Fishburne, photo courtesy of NASA director of the Forest Lawn A photographic print of the first servicing mission to the Hubble Space Museum and curator of the exhi- Telescope in 1993 will be on view at the exhibition. Expert Free bition, will follow. Refreshments Installation Estimates will be served at the conclusion of Guests can RSVP for the event by The Forest Lawn Museum is the event. Free exhibition tours sending an email to located at 1712 S. Glendale Ave. will be available from 3-3:30 p.m. [email protected], or For information, visit forest- 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hollywood Admission and parking are free. calling (323)340-4782. lawn.com. 323.248.0840 • tashmans.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 January 23, 2020

ast and views his collection as a opening reception on Thursday, hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 5 Metallica frontman shares car collection form of expression to convey his Jan. 30. The reception will be high- p.m. To purchase tickets to the creativity. Hetfield’s vehicles assert lighted by a ribbon-cutting, a fire- exhibit opening event, visit The Petersen Automotive the 1932 Ford Roadster “Black both a reverence for history and a side chat with James Hetfield and petersen.org/hetfield. Museum will debut a new exhibit Jack.” disregard for convention, standing an auction featuring two limited- The Petersen Automotive featuring 10 custom vehicles donat- Along with the custom vehicles, collectively as a testament to the edition ESP guitars. Refreshments Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire ed from Metallica guitarist James memorabilia on display will musician’s distinctive personality will be served. Blvd. For information, call Hetfield’s personal collection. include an ESP Hollow Body guitar and artistic energy. “Reclaimed Rust” will run (323)930-2277, or visit Opening Saturday, Feb. 1, in the and a Mesa amplifier that are paint- The museum will host a ticketed through October 2020. Gallery petersen.org. Bruce Meyer Family Gallery, ed to match the Buick Skylark “Reclaimed Rust: The James “Skyscraper,” images displaying Hetfield Collection” will celebrate the build process of each car and a Hetfield’s creativity as a world- video of Hetfield talking about the CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD renowned artist through his built- cars. from-scratch custom car collection, “‘Reclaimed Rust’ brings togeth- PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE guitars, photos and memorabilia. er two industries that go hand in Key vehicles on display will hand with artist expression,” said include the 1948 Jaguar “Black Terry Karges, executive director of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will Pearl,” the 1934 Packard the Petersen Automotive Museum. “Aquarius,” the 1953 Buick “This is the first time the Hetfield hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: Skylark “Skyscraper,” the 1937 collection will be showcased to the Lincoln Zephyr “VooDoo Priest,” public, and we can’t wait to share LOCATIONS: Citywide, West Hollywood, California the 1936 Auburn “Slow Burn,” the the inspiration behind these extraor- 1936 Ford “Iron Fist,” the 1937 dinary vehicles with the world.” Ford Coupe “Crimson Ghost” and Hetfield is a lifelong car enthusi- REQUEST: The Planning Commission will consider a request for a zone text amendment to add a new Subsection (D) to Section §19.36.331 (Short-Term Rentals) to prohibit the solicitation of City of West Hollywood residents to host short-term rentals.

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

APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood

TIME/PLACE Thursday, February 6, 2020 OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Council Chambers photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Exhibit The 1937 Lincoln Zephyr “VooDoo Priest” is one of the cars in James 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard Hetfield’s collection that will be on display at the exhibit. West Hollywood, CA 90069

ZONES: Citywide Wallis continues local dance season ENVIRONMENTAL The Los Angeles-based Lula progress she describes as “a reac- STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Washington Dance Theatre will tion to the chaotic times we live Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Sections return to the Wallis Annenberg in,” and “King,” which she created Center for the Performing Arts to in about the struggles of Martin §15061(b)(3) (Review for Exemption) and §15378 celebrate its 40th anniversary with Luther King Jr. during the civil (Project) a dynamic, powerful program rights movement. exploring social and humanitarian “At the same time the company issues. is pushing forward with new The company will perform at groundbreaking work, it is also The staff report will be available on Thursday, January 30, 2020, at City Hall, 7:30 p.m. from Thursday, Jan. 30, holding true to its original mission 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, through Saturday, Feb. 1, in The of doing work that is ‘reaching for and on-line at www.weho.org Wallis’ Bram Goldsmith Theater. your soul,’” Washington said. “Our “Lula Washington Dance dancing and programming is Theatre is among our country’s designed to touch the soul and spir- IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those most important and influential it of people, aiming to move them issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, dance companies,” said Paul to a place of humanism and fair- or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Crewes, artistic director at The ness for all.” Commission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior Wallis. “The Wallis is honored to Other repertoire includes the to, the Public Hearing. celebrate its 40th Anniversary, a West Coast premiere landmark occasion for dance local- of “Zayo,” a bold, Afro-fusion, ly and internationally.” dance-theatre work by Esie To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening For the event, the dance troupe Mensah, and “Reign,” a joyous, Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require spe- presents the world premieres of “To gospel-fueled work by hip-hop cial assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing Lula with Love” and “Hands Up: A concert pioneer Rennie Harris. Testimony” by company alumnus Tickets are $29-79 and are on impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Tommie Waheed Evans. sale now. Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line Additionally, the program fea- The Wallis Annenberg Center for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. tures two works by company for the Performing Arts is located founder and artistic director Lula at 9390 Santa Monica Blvd., Washington, including the world Beverly Hills. To purchase tickets Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provided premiere of excerpts or for information, call (310)746- upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the from “Fragments,” a work-in- 4000, or visit thewallis.org/lula. meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net

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

For further information contact Daniel Rivas, Code Compliance Manager, in the Code Compliance Division at (323) 848-6375; or via email at: [email protected]

Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk

Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- photo courtesy of the Ford Theatres The Lula Washington Dance Theatre was founded in 1980 by Lula and тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- Erwin Washington in south Los Angeles and focuses on using dance to 6826. explore African American history and culture. 22 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Galerie XII showcases work of Milan-based photographer Galerie XII Los Angeles is cele- brating its first anniversary with the solo exhibition of Milan-based photographer Paolo Ventura. On view through Saturday, March 14, “An Invented World” is an exhibi- tion spanning six of Ventura’s pho- Preserving historic homes is tographic series over the last decade, including the debut of new works. a longstanding local tradition “I’m happy to show some of my works spanning the last decade for the first time in Los Angeles,” Ventura said. “Cinema is a recurring theme in my work, and it resonates with the City of Angels.” Widely known for his elaborate narrative series acted out by the artist and his family, the whimsical stories touch upon many facets of the human condition within life-size dioramic cityscapes reminiscent of war-time Italy, which are construct- photo courtesy of Paolo Ventura ed entirely by the artist. Some of Paolo Ventura’s works are caricatured self-portraits in which he Galerie XII Los Angeles’ curato- works with his wife and son. rial goal is to showcase the pioneer- ing works of photographic artists from Europe and Asia to the Los by Myles Mellor Angeles community. Crossword Puzzle “Curatorially, Ventura’s work was a natural choice as it’s so visual and cinematographic,” said Valerie- Anne Giscard d’Estaing, founder of the gallery. “I still remember the impact of seeing his work for the first time in Paris in 2009 and am excited to share his work with a West Coast audience.” The exhibition begins with Ventura’s third body of work “Behind the Walls” (2011), the first A photograph in the Jan. 24, 1980, issue of the Park Labrea News in which he began inserting himself showed members of the Hancock Park-Windsor Square Historical into his images. The works on view Society preparing for a series of tours highlighting historic homes then progress through his carica- in the local community. Stacey Fletcher (left), Max Bogen and tured self-portraits in “Short Margo Leonetti O’Connell came together in front of a home on Stories” (2012-2015) to more recent Lorraine Boulevard that was to be featured on the tour. The series large-scale pieces from “Collages” focused on unique residences in the Rancho La Brea area, which (2017-2019), which make up a pre- includes Hancock Park and Windsor Square, as well as the Miracle dominant portion of the exhibition. Mile. Forty years later, the preservation of historic homes remains Regular gallery hours are 11 a.m. a hotly contested issue, as many people in the community oppose a to 6 p.m., Wednesday through new state law, Senate Bill 50, that would allow for the construction Saturday, and by appointment. of more multi-family housing near transit corridors and potentially Galerie XII is located at 6150 alter historic districts such as the Miracle Mile Historic Wilshire Blvd. For information, call Preservation Overlay Zone, which was created to protect unique Across 3. Haunted house sound (323)917-5106, or visit galerie- historic structures in the community. 1. Pet protector, for short 4. Frigid photo12.com. 5. Trainee 5. Mary-Kate or Ashley 9. Spectrum maker 6. Positive principle 14. Mystery writer John Dickson 7. Inspired poet 15. Stray animal 8. Frequently L.A. Master Chorale, composer reimagine silent film’s score 16. Support person 9. Mimic The Los Angeles Master the music was drawn from various cert conversation with Beal, 17. Knighted Guinness 10. Cause a civil commotion Chorale, led by Grant Gershon, sources and not created for the pic- Gershon and Classical KUSC 18. Acad. 11. Wedding agreement will present the world premiere of ture. Radio Host Alan Chapman at 6 19. 1976 best-seller that spanned 12. Put in rollers Emmy Award-winning composer For this presentation, Beal has p.m. three centuries 13. “__ Robinson” Simon song Jeff Beal’s new score for F.W. created a new score for choir and “Composer Jeff Beal breathes 20. Ellie Goulding song 21. With everything counted Murnau’s silent film “Sunrise: A chamber orchestra, bringing a new life into Sunrise, and illumi- 23. One hole in a golf contest 22. Plugs Song of Two Humans,”at 7 p.m. on human touch to the monochrome nates its timeless story of tempta- 24. ___ China 25. Outspoken Sunday, January 26, at Walt Disney melodrama. tion, forgiveness and redemption 25. Biological duct 26. Church vestment Concert Hall. “The opportunity to work with with his powerful new score that 28. City of northern France 27. Hindu holy man “Sunrise: A Song of Two the superb Los Angeles Master masterfully unites the worlds of 31. Matrix of a cell 29. Manning from NY Humans,” starring George Chorale to reimagine ‘Sunrise’ with choral music and film scoring,” 33. Part of a geisha’s attire 30. Zola novel O’Brien, Janet Gaynor and a new score is a particularly special said Jean Davidson, president and 36. Andean quadruped 32. Sheep like memory? Margaret Livingstone, won the experience,” Beal said. “The CEO of the Los Angeles Master 39. Battery fluid 33. Arches Unique and Artistic Picture award human voice is an extremely pow- Chorale. “The beauty of this project 40. Hunger sign 34. Grooms partner at the first Academy Awards cere- erful and nimble instrument that is that it appeals to all. First-timers 44. “___ kleine Nachtmusik” 35. Greek architectural style mony in 1929, along with Best brings an evocative sense of depth and aficionados alike are in for a 45. Cockeyed 37. Some sports cars Cinematography and Best Actress to the drama that unfolds in this unique experience.” 46. Romanian currency 38. Solicits in a Leading Role. timeless film.” Tickets are $29. 47. Blue penciled 41. Damp For many of the film’s admirers, Soprano Holly Sedillos and tenor The Walt Disney Concert Hall is 50. Not tacit 42. Afternoon fare the only flaw has been its sound- Dermot Kiernan will join the located at 111 S. Grand Ave. For 52. Blink of an eye 43. Because of, with “to” track. Although one of the first- Master Chorale for the perfor- information or tickets, call 53. Starting __ __ the bottom 48. Astronaut Collins ever films with a synchronized mance. Prior to the performance, (213)972-7282, or visit lamaster- 56. At no time (poetic) 49. Paternity identifier musical score and sound effects, there will be a Listen Up! pre-con- chorale.org. 59. Sign of anger 51. Bridgewater of jazz 63. Danger signal 54. Daisy-like flower 66. Cosmonaut, Dennis 55. Biblically yours Founder, CEO of Skirball Cultural Center retires, welcomes successor 67. 57. Oscar ___ Renta Observers On Jan. 15, the Skirball Cultural this extraordinary cultural village,” president and CEO in 2014. During 68. 58. “Chicago” star Started a fire again Center announced the retirement of Herscher said. “As I prepare to her tenure, the agency has grown to 69. 59. Markey who played Tarzan’s Jane At no cost, in Germany its founding president and CEO Uri step down this summer, I am heart- address legal issues facing low- 70. 60. Name for an Irish lass Pack ___ (give up) Herscher, effective June 30. ened to know that our visitors will income families. 71. 61. 1993 Janet Jackson song Terminal Herscher will be succeeded by Los always be welcomed by a staff and “It is an honor to become the 72. 62. Belgian 20th century painter, Hourglass fill Angeles attorney Jessie Kornberg, volunteer corps of remarkable tal- president and CEO of an institution Margritte 63. Brother of a sort who currently leads Bet Tzedek ent and spirit. With Jessie I have long admired and whose 73. Cornerstone abbr. 64. Trouser part (“House of Justice”), a nonprofit Kornberg at the helm and a vibrant mission aligns with my own life’s 65. Santa ___ , Calif. public-interest law firm. community to support her, the work,” Kornberg said. Down “Every day at the Skirball has future of the Skirball is all the The Skirball Cultural Center is 1. Strike-breaker See answers page 26 been a rewarding experience, and brighter.” located at 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. 2. Loses color it has been a privilege to be part of Kornberg joined Bet Tzedek as For information, visit skirball.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 January 23, 2020 Natural History Museum brings back ‘Night of Ideas’ The Natural History Museums Jyotika Virmani; and cross-coun- sions about ocean health and sus- TAG Gallery rolls out new exhibitions of Los Angeles County will pre- try cyclist and racing driver Evens tainability, rainforest biodiversity On. Jan. 21, TAG Gallery “‘Heritage’ is an opportunity for sent “Night of Ideas,” from 5:30 to Stievenart. and the importance of being out- opened two new exhibitions, our TAG artists to share who they 11 p.m. on Friday Jan. 31, at the “As new generations wish to side moderated by Pulitzer Prize “Blackstract” and “Heritage,” are with the community,” gallery Natural History Museum in give more meaning to life and pos- and Emmy winner Patt Morrison; which will be on view through president K Ryan Henisey said. Exposition Park. In partnership itively impact the environment and performances by the Jessica Saturday, Feb. 15. Subjects within the show reflect with the Consulate General of that surrounds them, the ‘Night of Fichot Quartet, Heidi Duckler “Blackstract,” an exhibition on Jewish and Persian history, France in Los Angeles and the Ideas’ 2020 theme, ‘Being Alive,’ Dance Company, Gavin Turek, DJ curated by gallery manager LGBTQ mythology, California Cultural Services of the French will embrace the work of inspiring Novena Carmel and DJ Bobby Rakeem Cunningham, features place-making and more, resulting Embassy in the United States, the people who are focused on French. work by Deitra Charles, Patrice in a creatively quilted exhibition 2020 global event will simultane- improving our conditions and Additionally, the event will hold Fisher, Andrew Gray, Hasef, that echoes the multiplicity of Los ously take place in 150 cities and pushing the boundaries of what is two rounds of speed dating where David Leggett, Haliegh Nickerson Angeles. 65 countries across the world. possible,” said Nathalie Soirat, guests will have the opportunity to and Brittney Leeanne Williams. An opening reception will be The free event features talks, deputy consul general at the sit around a table while communi- The exhibition aims to celebrate held for the exhibitions from 5 to 8 pop-up performances, music and Consulate General of France in ty organizations lead discussions the accomplishments of black p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25. film screenings celebrating this Los Angeles. on their topics of choice before abstract artists and combat the Admission to the gallery is free. year’s theme, “Being Alive.” “Night of Ideas” will take over rotating to the next. false equivalency that work by Regular gallery hours are 11 a.m. NHM’s iteration of “Night of the entire museum, activating the Night of Ideas is free to the pub- African Americans must be politi- to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Ideas” will kick off its season of halls, labs and rotunda, where each lic; RSVP required. cally charged. Saturday. First Friday nighttime events. space will host a range of different The National History Museum “Heritage” is an all-member TAG Gallery is located at 5458 “We are delighted to host ‘Night activities. The Los Angeles lineup of Los Angeles County is located showcase reflecting TAG artists’ Wilshire Blvd. For information, of Ideas’ for a second time and also features a Moonlight at 900 W. Exposition Blvd. For personal, cultural, historic and call (310)829-9556, or visit tag- bring together this fascinating and Meditation with Alain Lancelot in information and tickets, visit artistic beginnings. gallery.net. eclectic group of thought leaders the Nature Gardens; panel discus- nhm.org/nightofideas. and artists who will teach us about what it means to be alive and well,” said Lori Bettison-Varga, president and director of NHM- LAC. “This exciting collaboration with the French Embassy will encourage people to think about our well-being and inspire change, not only for ourselves, but for our community, our city and our larger ecosystem.” Featured guests include award- winning photographer Ian McCallister; founder of Wild Immersion, the world’s first virtual nature reserve, Adrien Moisson; oceanographer Bethanie Edwards; the first man to swim the Atlantic Ocean, Benoît Lecomte; the exec- photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County utive director of planet and envi- The 2020 iteration of “Night of Ideas” (La Nuit des Idées) will feature a ronment at XPRIZE Foundation, moonlight meditation, dance performances, panel discussions and more.

Producers Guild Awards announces winners, honorees photo courtesy of TAG Gallery The Producers Guild of Television and “Chernobyl” for of Plan B (David O. Selznick Susan C. Price is one of the artists whose work is featured in America hosted the 31st annual Limited Series Television. Achievement Award in Theatrical “Heritage,” a new TAG Gallery exhibition. Producers Guild Awards on Jan. The Producers Guild Awards Motion Pictures); Marta 18 at the Hollywood Palladium. are often a bellwether for the Kauffman (Norman Lear Producers were recognized in Oscars. Since its inception, the Achievement in Television); 14 categories. Winners included PGA has predicted 21 of the 30 Octavia Spencer (Visionary “1917” for Theatrical Motion winners of the Academy Award Award); and the Lionsgate film Pictures, “Succession” (Season 2) for Best Picture. “Bombshell” (Stanley Kramer for Episodic Television – Drama, 2020 Producers Guild Awards Award). “Fleabag” (Season 2) for Episodic honorees included Ted Sarandos For a full list of winners or Television – Comedy, “Leaving (Milestone Award); Brad Pitt, information, visit producers- Neverland” for Nonfiction Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner guild.org.

Coldwell Banker’s L.A. offices hold shoe drive with Soles4Souls Through Jan. 31, the greater Los businesses selling shoes and cloth- to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Angeles offices of Coldwell ing, which is a way for them to lift Participating locations include Banker Realty are hosting a shoe themselves and their families out 9229 W. Sunset Blvd., Suite 320, drive for Soles4Souls, a nonprofit of poverty,” said Jamie Duran, West Hollywood; 301 N. Canon that creates sustainable jobs and president of Coldwell Banker Drive, Suite E, Beverly Hills; and provides relief through the distrib- Realty Southern California. “Help 251 N. Larchmont Blvd., Hancock ution of shoes and clothing interna- us make a difference by donating Park. tionally. new or gently used shoes.” For information or to find a par- “The Soles4Souls micro-enter- Shoes can be dropped off at any ticipating location, visit prise program helps people all of the participating Coldwell cb.today/losangeles/2020/soles4so over the world to create small Banker Realty offices from 9 a.m. uls. SkyPilot Theatre seeks playwright submissions for program SkyPilot Theatre Company, a back session after the reading a statement of any length explain- well-established greenhouse for with a moderator. While submis- ing their goals for the script and a the development of new works, is sions will be accepted from any- $20 submission fee. still looking for submissions for where, playwrights must be in the Playwrights unable to be present the third season of its develop- Los Angeles area for at least one for the SkyPilot Runway that wish ment track, SkyPilot Runway. rehearsal and the reading. If not, to be considered for a main stage Submissions for the 2020 season scripts will still be considered for production should submit scripts will be accepted until Feb. 1. a SkyPilot main stage production. with no fewer than four characters. SkyPilot Runway will include By Feb. 1, playwrights interest- Submit materials, send ques- six to eight readings, with one ed in having their work developed tions or pay the submission fee each month. The process will via the SkyPilot Runway track (PayPal, Venmo) to skypilotsub- include a rehearsed, staged, should submit a copy of a full [email protected] script-in-hand reading directed by length, never produced play (no SkyPilot Theatre is located at a prominent Los Angeles theater one-acts or musicals) including a 6468 Santa Monica Blvd. For director in partnership with the synopsis and any previous devel- information, call (818)600-1759, playwright, followed by a feed- opment of the work, a biography, or visit skypilottheatre.com. 24 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Photos of objects tell stories of Holocaust victims Janie’s Fund holds Grammy party n LAMOTH also hosts Sachsenhausen and Ravensbrück to researched their stories. Crumble Catering chef Wayne Fund viewing party. International Holocaust photograph artifacts that had never Wiesel previously spent 26 years Elias, right, and business partner “Along with my partnering been seen publicly. Through exten- as a marketing director for Chris Diamond are in high gear organization, Youth Villages, Remembrance Day sive research, he discovered heart- Universal Pictures and Paramount for the Janie’s Fund Grammy we’re committed to ensuring event breaking individual stories behind Pictures home entertainment. He Viewing Party, pictured with every girl and young woman who the stolen objects and their owners’ currently works from a photogra- Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and ages out of foster care at 18 years Los Angeles Museum of the tragic fates. phy studio in Sydney, Australia. Aimee Preston. The duo will cre- old has access to the therapeutic Holocaust presents “Objects From The photographed objects The Los Angeles Museum of the ate a four-course dining experi- support and resources they need the Concentration Camps,” an exhi- include a harmonica, playing cards, Holocaust is located at 100 S. The ence for the fundraiser on Jan. 26, to thrive,” Tyler said. “We all bition of photographs chronicling a doctor’s tool kit, a child’s teddy Grove Drive. at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. have a role to play in helping personal artifacts from the closed bear and a miniature Hebrew Bible. Admission to the exhibition and Since 2018, the annual viewing them find their voices again, and archives of Ravensbrück and An emotional guided tour of the the museum is free, but an RSVP to party has raised $5.2 million for providing effective after-care Sachsenhausen Concentration Holocaust memorials in Berlin in the opening event is required by Janie’s Fund, a philanthropic ini- through our LifeSet program is Camps opening on Sunday, Jan. 26. 2018 inspired Wiesel to capture visiting lamoth.org. tiative created by Tyler in partner- my top priority.” A reception with photographer images of personal items that once Los Angeles Museum of the ship with nonprofit Youth Tyler first gave voice to this Richard Wiesel will be held at 4 belonged to concentration camp Holocaust is also holding a com- Villages, which serves and advo- cause with his hit “Janie’s Got a p.m. on Jan. 26. inmates. Working with renowned memoration ceremony and concert cates for girls who have survived Gun.” Since the November 2015 A relative of Holocaust survivor German historian Robert Sommer, on International Holocaust abuse and neglect. launch of Janie’s Fund, the orga- and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate he combed through artifacts found Remembrance Day, Monday, Jan. Hosted by sitcom star Terry nization has provided over Elie Wiesel, Richard Wiesel was at the camps after liberation or sub- 27, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The sug- Crews, the gala and afterparty 167,000 days of counseling and granted exclusive access to the sequently donated by the survivor gested donation is $10. To RSVP, will celebrate music and enter- trauma-informed care for more closed archives of the memorials or their families, and then visit lamoth.org. tainment legends while raising than 1,200 girls, including sup- money with a live auction for porting 30 girls that receive daily Janie’s Fund. Tyler also therapeutic services at the Janie’s announced that Pitbull will per- Houses in Memphis and form at the third annual Janie’s Douglasville, Georgia.

photos courtesy of LAMOTH The exhibit at LAMOTH includes photographs of victims’ belongings, including a teddy bear and playing cards.

The Getty acquires architect’s dystopian drawings photo by Brian To

The Getty Research Institute complete. Getty Research Institute is the has acquired a two-part collec- A 30-page sketchbook that largest repository for Lebbeus tion of drawings and sketches by Woods kept during one of his Woods’ theoretical thinking on renowned architect Lebbeus many visits to Los Angeles illus- the city.” Woods (1940-2012). trates both the architect’s work- Both the collections of draw- Special “The Getty Research ing process and, through hand- ings and the sketchbook are Institute’s architectural holdings written notes, his various lines of complemented by two signifi- 30th Anniversary Issue are especially strong in 20th-cen- thinking on the city and produc- cant holdings already in the insti- tury, avant-garde architects such tion of cinema-stage representa- tute’s special collections: as Lebbeus Woods. These dis- tions. Lebbeus Woods Drawings for of the Beverly Press! tinctive examples of Woods’ “As a teacher who linked the Berlin Free Zone Project unique vision will no doubt be drawing to theory, Lebbeus (1990) and Lebbeus Woods inspiring to researchers working Woods’ influence on generations Journals, 1988–1997. in our collections,” said Mary of architects is difficult to over- The Getty Research Institute is The Park Labrea News has been publishing Miller, director of the Getty state,” said Maristella Casciato, located at 1200 Getty Center Research Institute. senior curator of architecture at Drive #1100. For information, for 74 years, however, the Beverly Press This two-part collection of the Getty Research Institute. call (310)440-7300, or visit drawings and sketches represents “With these acquisitions, the getty.edu. was started in 1990. a powerful postwar critique of architecture and a radical A special issue commemorating the past reimagining of the urban envi- 30 years will publish on January 30, 2020. ronment. The materials will pro- vide scholars and researchers A few guest columnists will be contributing valuable insight on a theoretical architect known for detailed ren- to this issue and derings that serve as striking statements of his philosophy. letters to the editor Acquired with partial support of the Getty Research Institute are highly encouraged! Council, the 46 drawings for Lebbeus Woods’s “A-City” and “4 Cities and Beyond” projects (ca. 1982–1997) establish a For more information email dystopian vision for an alternate world. Though fragmentary, karen@beverly press.com each drawing puts on display the totality of Woods’s urbanistic or call (323)933-5518 fantasies, constituting a concep- tual masterplan for the projects’ development. In addition, the Getty Research Institution has recently received a donation of six more photo courtesy of the J. Paul Getty Trust drawings belonging to the series Architect Lebbeus Woods’ sketches depict his dystopian vision for an “A-City,” making the series alternate world. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 January 23, 2020 Tourism, park draw candidates’ attention Eight of 35 historic From page 1 cally, including topics like tourism ger and be a destination for this the divide between the challengers, and building a strong business com- entire community … instead of Rowe and Gordon, and the incum- preservation zones in munity, but ongoing council pro- having to compete with our neigh- bents, Bosse and Gold, became jects like La Cienega Park and the bors on either side,” Rowe said. most pronounced when an audience Complete Streets Plan were also As for what types of businesses member asked about the Complete L.A. could be affected discussed. Beverly Hills should recruit, Gold Streets Plan and the La Cienega On tourism, Gordon said she’d said it must be taken into account Park renovation project. From page 1 like to see a better marketing plan to that each area of the city is different, Rowe said he was “nervous about and zoning rules, according to permitted in SB 50 areas, accord- bring visitors to Beverly Hills as a but as a general rule, he would like these projects,” but is still neutral the Los Angeles Department of ing to the Department of City whole, not just Rodeo Drive. She to see more businesses and institu- and has not yet come to a final deci- City Planning. Planning, allowing for “incom- added that merchants might provide tions that bring visitors to the city. sion on whether he would support Under SB 50, new housing patible additions and out-of-scale valuable feedback in helping the “We need to be looking for things them. However, he did raise con- could be developed in areas new construction on vacant sin- city craft its message. … which draw people to us, and in cerns about the city’s penchant for located within a half-mile of gle-family lots in historic dis- “I really think the goal is to deter- the residential areas, you need going over budget on large projects. major transit stops, a quarter-mile tricts.” mine what communities should be things that support residents,” Gold The La Cienega Park renovation from high-quality bus corridors Wiener said that the bill was like in each different area and mar- said. project’s budget could be more than and within “job-rich areas.” With amended after stakeholder out- ket those communities,” Gordon Bosse said the city needs to $100 million. only historic preservation over- reach to allow for more “local said. search for businesses that can’t be Gordon was more forceful in her lay zones designated prior to flexibility,” providing local gov- Gold, who was first elected to the found anywhere else, especially criticism, saying the Complete 2010 exempt from SB 50, eight ernments two years to create their council in 2011, said he’d like the restaurants, which can serve as Streets Plan, while important to of the 35 HPOZs in Los Angeles own plan implementing the goals city to continue to build on its well- neighborhood anchors and keep the secure grant funding from the state, – including the Miracle Mile of the bill while also taking into known reputation as a center of lux- city “alive” during the day and won’t fix the immediate congestion HPOZ – could see future devel- account the unique aspects of ury. night. issues in the city. She also chastised opments in their historic district their communities. “We have to create new opportu- “We can go out and recruit them the council for envisioning the park that do not have to adhere the “When it comes to housing in nities … They have to be something and tell them we want them, but we before establishing a budget. HPOZ requirements. California, crisis is not even the that maybe [visitors] can’t find any- have to make it so it’s easy for them “The way I operate businesses is “It’s a top-down approach word for it anymore. It’s an emer- where else in the world, whether to open up,” Bosse said. I have a budget, I learn what I can that’s just insane,” said Jim gency,” Wiener said. “It’s hap- that’s retailers who don’t exist else- Rowe said Beverly Hills is work with and then I make the deci- O’Sullivan, president of the pening because in California, this where in the world or experiences already working to bring businesses sions as to what the project entails,” Miracle Mile Residential state has not prioritized enough that don’t exist anywhere else in the to the city, but it could do a better Gordon said. Association. “You can’t keep housing for everyone who needs world,” Gold said. job of incubating new companies. Gold said Complete Streets is forcing cities to be more dense it.” Bosse, who also has served since Rowe also suggested the city could intended to help get people out of without supplementing infra- Multiple attempts to contact 2011, agreed with Gordon that the host events like car and fashion their cars, which will ease traffic structure.” Assemblyman Richard Bloom, city is more than just Rodeo Drive, shows to further aid local business- issues. He also defended the public While SB 50 states that devel- 50th District, were not returned. but stressed that Beverly Hills es. outreach process and projected cost opments would have to abide by Bloom’s district includes the needs to be more welcoming to dif- “We’ve been looking outside. We of the park. “all other relevant standards, Miracle Mile, West Hollywood, ferent people and offer different need to look more inside,” Rowe “The park as we build it next will requirements and prohibitions Beverly Hills and Hancock Park. experiences at different hours of the said. “How can we encourage resi- last 50 years, 100 years,” Gold said. imposed by the local government The bill was sent back to the day. dents to create businesses here?” “So it’s going to be expensive, but I regarding architectural design,” Senate Rules Committee from “We are really an amazing city Gordon suggested using the think it would be short-sighted and demolitions and inappropriate the Appropriations Committee that has a lot to offer to many people recent struggles of the retail indus- foolish to skimp on it, because it construction remain concerns for for further review on Jan. 17, of different ages and different try to bring in new types of compa- will support this community for a historic areas. where the bill could be amended socioeconomic abilities,” Bosse nies, such as experiential business- long time.” “Developers want to build further, sent to another commit- said. es, to make the city more attractive, Bosse took a stand against what they want to build, and they tee, sent to the Senate floor or Rowe, a technologist and innova- especially to young people. She removing residential parking, a want to pick the communities tabled. tor, said instead of going head-to- also pushed for free nighttime park- complaint of some Complete that are the most expensive or the Even if SB 50 is not passed by head directly with surrounding ing for residents. Streets opponents. Bosse added that ones they can gentrify,” its Jan. 31 deadline, O’Sullivan tourist attractions, Beverly Hills “I think the businesses we need to for the park, once the city has a bud- O’Sullivan said. “All of the believes that it will come back in should become more like Universal identify are the kinds of businesses get, the public can help decide what structures we fought so hard to another form. The bill’s prede- CityWalk, using a skyway to con- that will bring in a broad swath of should and should not be included. preserve will be gone.” cessor, Senate Bill 827, died in nect Beverly Hills to the Westfield people and will stay open perhaps at “We want the sky’s the limit, but All additions and remodels are the Senate Transportation and Century City mall, the Beverly night,” she said. it might not be something that we currently evaluated against Housing Committee in April Hilton and the Beverly Center mall. While the candidates found much can afford to put our money design guidelines in each 2018. “We can make shopping be big- common ground on many topics, toward,” Bosse said. HPOZ’s preservation plan. “If Sacramento has an idea, Adherence to design criteria not they’ll never let go of it,” Initiative would decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms considered objective may not be O’Sullivan said. California Secretary of State Alex destruction of records for prior to range from minimal to the tens of Padilla announced that the propo- psilocybin-related arrests and con- millions of dollars. Some or all of Burt Ward receives nent of a new initiative was cleared victions. these costs could eventually be par- to begin collecting petition signa- According to the state’s legisla- tially or fully offset by fee revenue. tures as of Jan. 8. tive analyst and director of finance, There might also be a potential Walk of Fame star If approved, the initiative would there is expected to be one-time increase in state and local tax rev- decriminalize psilocybin mush- state and local court and law enues, not likely to exceed a couple rooms and authorize dismissal of enforcement costs in the tens of million dollars annually. prior psilocybin-related convic- millions of dollars, primarily relat- The proponent of the measure, tions. For people age 18 and older ed to the identification and destruc- Ryan Munevar, must collect signa- and individuals under 18 with a tion of arrest and conviction records tures of 623,212 registered voters doctor’s prescription, the cultiva- for psilocybin-related crimes. (5% of the total votes cast for gover- tion, manufacture, processing, pro- State and local governments are nor in the November 2018 general duction of edible products and also likely to see reduced costs, not election) in order to qualify it for the extracts, distribution, transporta- likely to exceed a few million dol- ballot. The proponent has 180 days tion, possession, storage, consump- lars annually, related to enforcing to circulate petitions for the measure, tion and retail sale of psilocybin psilocybin-related offenses, han- meaning the signatures must be sub- mushrooms and the hallucinogenic dling the related criminal cases in mitted to county elections officials chemical compounds contained in the court system, and incarcerating no later than July 7. The proponent them would be decriminalized and supervising psilocybin offend- can be reached at (949)702-1637, under state law. ers. [email protected], or 1850 Also, the initiative would autho- Annual state costs to regulate Whitley Ave., Suite 612, Los rize the dismissal, resentencing and psilocybin businesses are expected Angeles, CA 90028.

Brownley seeks treatment for women veterans photo courtesy of Councilman Mitch O’Farrell’s Twitter account Burt Ward, best known for playing Robin alongside Adam West’s On Jan. 8, U.S. Rep. Julia analyze the need for long-term, why I introduced this bill, which Batman in the 1960s television series, was awarded a star on the Brownley (D-Westlake Village), residential, women-specific drug will ensure that women veterans Hollywood Walk of Fame on Jan. 9. chairwoman of the Women and alcohol dependency treatment who are suffering from alcohol and Ward’s star, dedicated in the category of television, is located next Veterans Task Force, introduced the and rehabilitation programs, as drug dependency have access to to West’s at 6764 Hollywood Blvd. Women Veterans Therapeutic well as carry out a related pilot women-specific drug and alcohol “Burt Ward has been a part of our lives since gracing the small Transitional Residence in Urban program. dependency treatment and rehabili- screen as one of the most iconic characters of the 1960s, inspiring Settings Act. “We need to do more to ensure tation programs, which they kids like me during childhood to do good things,” said Los Angeles Also known as the TRUST Act, that women veterans receive the deserve.” City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, on Twitter. the bill would require the critical and effective care they For information, visit juliabrown- For information, visit walkoffame.com. Department of Veterans Affairs to need,” Brownley said. “That is ley.house.gov. 26 January 23, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Clothing goes to community Dodgers players split on make-up title From page 1 service organizations in L.A. biggest Dodger fans on the council. “This country needs to receive a From page 1 message,” Koretz said at a press from all walks of life, and yes, Matt Lowerre, a Boston resi- conference before the Jan. 21 coun- different political bents, want to dent who arrived in Los Angeles cil meeting. “Cheating is not OK. work together to make our world on Jan. 17 to begin a semester at We need that message now more a nicer place and celebrate what Emerson College’s Hollywood than ever. If we don’t stand up for we share,” Levinson added. campus, said he heard about the the ethics of baseball, then indeed That sentiment was echoed by day of service during a school the entire system of the American many volunteers who participated orientation and wanted to partic- pastime is flawed.” in the MLK Day clothing drive. ipate. Cedillo, whose district includes “I just thought it would be a “I thought it would be a great Dodger Stadium, added that the great thing to get involved with,” opportunity to do something World Series losses had an adverse said Jason Fowler, a Hollywood good, learn about the community impact on much of the city, from resident who volunteered at his and meet new people,” Lowerre Angelenos who work in the service first Big Sunday event. “I heard said. “It’s a good opportunity to industry to fans who thought their about all the good things they are be more involved and to give team was competing in a fair com- doing and wanted to help.” back.” petition. photo by Tim Mossholder/courtesy of Unsplash “This is my seventh event with Levinson encouraged people “People were robbed, and we Elected officials in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills think pitcher Clayton Big Sunday,” added Tom Benko, to get involved with upcoming want it to be clear that this city Kershaw and the other Dodgers players were cheated out of a World a Hollywood resident who projects and asked them to visit spoke up for its team,” Cedillo said. Series title by the Houston Astros. helped sort clothing. “I think bigsunday.org for opportunities. Another Dodgers-related motion they do good things. This is des- Every Monday at 2 p.m. and will likely be voted on by the perately needed in these times. every Thursday at 10 a.m., Big Beverly Hills City Council on Jan. Koretz said Los Angeles includ- cosponsored by the MLB and the People need to get involved and Sunday holds a hands-on service 28, Mayor John Mirisch said in an ed the Red Sox because it “seems United States Conference of we need to show by actions, not project at its headquarters bene- op-ed published on the Sports pretty clearly and highly likely” Mayors. words.” fiting different nonprofits. Column website, though his request that the Red Sox also stole signs, as “[The] MLB must set an exam- The event also attracted volun- Projects include assembling is more limited in scope than the their manager in 2018, Alex Cora, ple for all who play ball, especially teers from areas around Los meals packages for low-income Los Angeles resolution. was heavily implicated in the MLB children,” Mirisch said in his op-ed. Angeles. Aloria Magee, of the families and putting together Mirisch wants only the Astros’ report. “The concept of playing by the nonprofit West Hills-based hygiene kits for homeless service title vacated, as Manfred has not yet “I don’t have much doubt [that rules – of fair play – is an underval- Young Ambassadors Leadership providers. There are also larger released a report that confirms the the Red Sox also cheated],” Koretz ued commodity these days. Life Academy, brought a group of 25 monthly events serving people in Red Sox cheated on their way to the said. may not be fair, but we can try to children and their families to the need throughout Los Angeles 2018 championship, and the players In a statement, the Dodgers said make it so. Life may not be fair, but event. County. One of the largest event involved suspended. Mirisch is also all MLB teams have been asked not baseball can and should be.” “This is a community service each year is a Thanksgiving food not looking for a title to be retroac- to comment on the scandal and had Baseball fans around the world activity and they all brought drive in which volunteers sort tively awarded to the Dodgers. no further comment, though play- continue to debate whether the pro- clothing to help,” Magee said. canned and boxed foods that are “That would be extremely self- ers – on the Dodgers and across the posals by Mirisch or Koretz and “Our nonprofit supports African- donated to people for holiday serving … Having the World Series league – have been making their Cedillo are the best way forward, or American boys ages 6 to 16 and dinners. title for that year or those years be displeasure known on social media. if Manfred should decline to further provides leadership opportuni- “There are so many ways to vacant serves as a reminder on the “I would rather face a player that punish those involved. A survey of ties. It’s a day of service to help help,” Levinson added. “We all importance of fair play and what was taking steroids than face a more than 1,000 MLB fans con- other people in the community, have something to give, and we happens when we fail to respect the player that knew every pitch that ducted on behalf of ESPN found and we came to help.” are all in it together. game,” Mirisch said. was coming,” tweeted Dodgers that 58% of respondents thought pitcher Alex Wood, who played on the Astros players involved should both the 2017 and 2018 teams. have been punished. Additionally, Koretz said he was aware the 56% of respondents said the Astros players were “wounded” by the should give up their championship, Study shows county potential for jail diversion scandal, and added that he too was and 53% believe the Red Sox shocked by the “high-tech preci- should surrender their trophy. On any given day, more than the courts as a candidate for diver- authored the motion that created sion” of the alleged cheating. The players seem similarly split. 3,300 people struggling with men- sion. ODR. “With diversion, we are cre- “Knowing what pitches a pitcher Pitcher Yu Darvish, who played tal health disorders in Los Angeles An additional 7% are also poten- ating better outcomes for people will throw all but guarantees a vic- on the 2017 Dodgers team, joked County jails are legally suitable tially eligible for diversion, while and saving county resources – tory,” Koretz said. “As a Dodger on Twitter that “If the Dodgers are and clinically eligible for diver- 32% are not, according to the without compromising public fan since age 3, I am outraged. As a planning a 2017 World Series sion to community-based treat- study. safety.” lifelong baseball fan, I feel the parade, I would love to join! So if ment programs, according to a RAND said 74% of women and “Diversion is also breaking the national pastime itself is mortally that is in the works, can someone new study by the nonprofit RAND 59% of men with a mental health cycle between jail and homeless- wounded.” make a Yu Garbage Jersey for me?” Corp. disorder in county jail are appropri- ness, enabling those with mental “This is a crisis that goes beyond Infielder David Freese, who was A significant proportion of this ate candidates for diversion. health disorders to get treatment the mere sport of the game. It goes a member of the 2018 Dodgers population is likely to be homeless RAND recommended expanding instead of the costly alternative of to the very core of what it is to be team, seemed less interested. or at risk of homelessness. diversion programs and better serving additional time behind bars an American,” Cedillo added. “Take the ring away? Maybe Conducted in response to a tracking their outcomes. It also and then being released with no Mirisch said further disciplinary that’s the right thing to do. Maybe motion by Supervisors Mark urged the county to improve its support,” Supervisor Ridley- action by the MLB would set a pos- not. Who knows,” Freese tweeted. Ridley-Thomas, 2nd District, and early diversion efforts, which may Thomas added. “RAND’s research itive example for Little League par- “Giving the title to the runner-up Kathryn Barger, 5th District, the be able to help people before they underscores the need to double ticipants in Beverly Hills and [though] ... that definitely ain’t it. independent research noted about enter the criminal justice system. down on diversion to reach all those beyond. The city participates in the Who would want it that way any- 5,400 of the county’s average For example, some jurisdictions who could benefit.” Play Ball initiative, which is ways.” daily inmate population – nearly intervene at the point of law one-third – are in mental health enforcement contact. housing units and/or have been “Knowing how many people are prescribed psychotropic medica- appropriate for diversion is a first Proposal would create state regulations to tions. step toward understanding the types Of the jail’s mental health popu- of programs, staff and funding that lation, RAND concluded 61% meet would be needed to treat those indi- require reduction in single-use plastic waste the criteria currently used by the viduals in the community,” said county’s Office of Diversion and Stephanie Brooks, RAND behav- Earlier this month, California postable, and to reduce such nents of the measure, Michael J. Reentry to determine whether an ioral scientist and the study’s lead Secretary of State Alex Padilla waste by 25% by 2030; (2) pro- Sangiacomo, Caryl Hart and individual may be put forward to author. announced that the proponents of hibit polystyrene container use by Linda Escalante, must collect sig- Since its creation in 2016, ODR a new initiative were cleared to food vendors; and (3) tax produc- natures of 623,212 registered vot- has diverted more than 4,400 begin collecting petition signa- ers of single-use plastic packag- ers (5% of the total votes cast for Answers From Page 22 people from county jails to long- tures. ing, containers or utensils by Jan. governor in the November 2018 term care and supportive housing, The initiative, if approved, 1, 2022, and allocate revenues for general election) in order to qual- with very low rates of reoffend- would require state regulations to recycling and environmental pro- ify it for the ballot. The propo- ing. reduce plastic waste, tax produc- grams, including local water sup- nents have 180 days to circulate Among those placed in the ers of single-use plastics, and ply protection. petitions for the measure, mean- ODR housing program, 90% have fund recycling and environmental According to the state’s legisla- ing the signatures must be sub- remained housed after six programs. tive analyst and director of mitted to county elections offi- months. Specifically, the initiative finance, the fiscal impacts on cials no later than July 7. Diversion programs cost the would require that CalRecycle state and local governments The proponents can be reached county about $70 daily per person, adopt regulations reducing plastic include new state revenue from c/o Emily A. 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