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• L.A. wins battle over billboards p. 5 Sunny with • Lawmakers target temps in the sugary drinks p. 6 mid 70s V Volume 26 No. 11 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities March 17, 2016 Griffith Park shuttle plans Palladiumn project clears hurdle Full city council ditched after public input expected to consider n Mt. Hollywood Drive to stay closed to vehicle traffic plans later this month By Patricia Sanchez By GreGory cornfield Hollywood Drive closed to vehicle traffic. During a meeting held on March “It’s just a bad idea,” said resi- A development project at the 9 to discuss the Griffith Park dent Don Ward. “It creates an forefront of a citywide debate over Circulation and Parking unnecessary hazard for pedestrians land use received initial approval Enhancement Plan, Councilman who like to hike up the road.” this week. The Los Angeles David Ryu, 4th District, and the Prior to the meeting, RAP Planning and Land Use Los Angeles Department of planned to open the road to a shuttle Management Committee on Recreation and Parks (RAP) system that would take passengers Tuesday voted to recommend the announced changes to the original along 1.3 miles of the road to a des- Palladium Residences project and ignated viewing point for the deny appeals from AIDS plan that called for a shuttle system Hollywood Sign. During a meeting Healthcare Foundation (AHF), as running on Mt. Hollywood Drive. on Jan. 20, many residents opposed well as the group’s request to Community members’ response delay the decision. The proposed to the plan made one thing clear – the proposition and shortly after, project to construct two residential the city should keep Mt. See Griffith page 22 towers in Hollywood will now go to the full city council for consid- photo by Gregory Cornfield eration, which could be as early as The Los Angeles PLUM Committee recommended approval of the project next week. that would bring two towers around the music venue on Sunset Boulevard. Developers for Crescent Heights, LTD plan to construct force housing,” meaning residents the city’s housing crisis. two 30-story mixed-use buildings who make 50-120 percent of the “We need 100,000 units at all at approximately 350 feet with area’s median income. The devel- levels,” said Councilman Gil 731 market-rate residential units opers estimate that rent for those Cedillo, 1st District. and 24,000 square feet of retail units will be between $400-$1,000 According to the developers, space on the parking lots around per month. the project will create more than the music venue on Sunset PLUM Committee members 4,000 construction jobs and Boulevard. Five percent of the applauded the project on Tuesday approximately 460 permanent units will be set aside for “work- for adding residential stock during See Palladium page 21 Los Angeles to iron out sidewalk problem n City will pay for first photo by Patricia Sanchez round of repairs Metered parking at Griffith Observatory could be installed in the new By GreGory cornfield plan.
Los Angeles is finally fixing a problem that it’s been tripping over for decades. After the Bureau of Street City gives the transgender Services estimated that 40 percent of the city’s 11,000 miles of side- walks are in disrepair, city council community a voice members on Monday gave initial n Tuesday to introduce the new approval for a $1.3 billion plan to L.A. is second city members of the Transgender fix them. Then the responsibility in country to create Advisory Council. for sidewalk repair in the city will a transgender council “The city of Los Angeles sends be passed back to residents and By Patricia Sanchez a clear message to transgender business owners. Angelenos: your voices matter The plan will go to the full coun- and your experiences count,” photo by Patricia Sanchez The transgender community cil for consideration later this Garcetti said. “The nine members The Los Angeles City Council will consider a $1.3 billion plan to repair all commended Los Angeles Mayor month. of our Transgender Advisory the damaged sidewalks in the city. Eric Garcetti when he announced “This is a problem that has been Tuesday the establishment of the Council will bring a new and over 40 years in the making and city’s first Transgender Advisory important perspective to city hall [Monday], the city took a huge step repair for every sidewalk in the city. priority and scoring system for each that will help empower trans If completed in the next three broken stretch based on factors Council. toward fixing it,” said budget com- Los Angeles is the largest city Angelenos to lead stigma-free, mittee chair, Councilman Paul years, the rebate program will pay a such as severity, liability concerns productive, and meaningful cash rebate to property owners who and traffic. in the United States to create a Krekorian, 2nd District. “We have transgender council, and only the lives.” take matters into their own hands at “This policy accelerates decades advanced a solution that will lead to second city to establish one after The council will work with the of overdue repairs and keeps the the repair of every sidewalk in a rate of approximately 50 percent West Hollywood. Human Relations Commission to city’s promise to residents to fix L.A.’s 11,000 mile sidewalk system of the average repair cost per square Garcetti, along with advise the mayor, the Los that needs it.” foot. Council members have not sidewalks,” said Councilman Joe Councilmembers Mitch Angeles City Council, elected The plan will create a cash rebate determined what the maximum Buscaino, 15th District. O’Farrell, 13th District, and officials and city departments on program for repairs, prioritize side- total cap per parcel will be. The city Properties that do not participate Mike Bonin, 11th District, and projects and policies that address walk repairs for residents with dis- will also create a list of prequalified in the rebate program will still Los Angeles City Controller Ron issues within the transgender abilities and provide one no-cost contractors for repairs and a See sidewalks page 22 Galperin held a press conference See transgender page 22
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Classes and an inspira- ‘Artists on Artists’ www.theatre40.org. tional discussion by Pink Iron’s useum of Contemporary Art’s founder Holly Holton will be held. (MOCA) new “Artists on 18 Luciana Souza 1106 N. La Cienega Blvd. RSVP by MArtists” series will host Miranda he Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in emailing [email protected]. July for a discussion on the Santa Monica presents Grammy “Catherine Opie: 700 Nimes Road” TAward-winning musician Luciana exhibition on Sunday, March 20 at 3 Souza in concert on Friday, March 18 Lesbian Speakers p.m. in the West Hollywood City at 7:30 p.m. Souza will perform music Series Council Chambers. The exhibition from her new album, “Speaking in est Hollywood’s Lesbian by photographer Opie includes Tongues.” The artist will be joined by Speakers Series presents a film images of the Bel Air, California res- guitarist Lionel Loueke, a Benin- Wscreening and discussion of “The idence of the late actress Elizabeth native; Swiss-born harmonica virtu- Passionate Pursuits of Angela Taylor. It runs through May 8 at oso Grégoire Maret; bassist Massimo Bowen” on Saturday, March 19 from MOCA-Pacific Design Center. 625 Biolcati, of Sweden and Italy; and 5 to 7 p.m. in the West Hollywood N. San Vicente Blvd. (213)621- drummer Kendrick Scott, of Texas. City Council Chambers. The docu- 1741, www.moca.org. Tickets start at $40. 1310 11th St., mentary follows the life of Bowen, Santa Monica. (310)434-3200, who grew up in inner city Boston dur- Comedy Night www.thebroadstage.com. ing the Jim Crow Era and became a njoy an evening of side-splitting classical ballerina, dance teacher, laughs on Sunday, March 20 at 8 black lesbian feminist activist, writer Ep.m. in the Art Deco Bar at American ‘Once In A Lifetime’ and professor. The screening will be Legion Post 43 in Hollywood. Top oss Hart and George S. followed by a discussion with writer comedians from shows such as Kaufman’s production “Once in and director Jennifer Abod. “Tosh.0,” “Comedy Central Presents,” Ma Lifetime” runs Friday, March 18 Admission is free. 625 N. San “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” and through Sunday, March 27 at the Vicente Blvd. RSVP requested to others will perform. Tours of the Theatre Arts Main Stage on the Santa (323)848-6403, or email building will be held after the show. photo by Harry Langdon Monica College campus. The play [email protected]. 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Supporters of a ballot initiative that could put a moratorium on big developments are now aiming to place the measure before voters during the March 2017 election. The Neighborhood Integrity Initiative was originally set for the Nov. 8 ballot. But the campaign’s director Jill Stewart said proponents photo by Patricia Sanchez now fear their measure could get Trees causing damage to the sidewalk adjacent to Hancock Park lost in the “media circus” around Terrace were removed at the complex’s expense. the presidential election and more than 20 statewide measures com- peting for voter and media atten- Trees cause trouble at complex tion. Local measures always appear By PatriCia SanChez at the end of ballots that contain putting ficus trees here was a national and state elections. photo courtesy of the Coalition to Preserve L.A. good idea? The roots caused “Our initiative is too important to People who have walked damage to our pipelines that lead be buried at the tail-end of this Left, Alice Callaghan, a homeless advocate, and Jill Stewart, the along the sidewalk adjacent to to the sewage system. Residents November’s ballot – which is Coalition to Preserve L.A.’s campaign manager announce the updates Hancock Park Terrace, located at were complaining about their beginning to look like it will be his- for the Neighborhood Integrity Initiative in front of city hall on Tuesday. 651 Wilcox Ave., know it’s not a plumbing backing up.” torically long and confusing,” required to conduct environmental mum wage, banning plastic bags smooth venture. Uneven con- Johnson said roots from the Stewart said. “The Neighborhood impact reviews instead of project and perhaps two dozen other top- crete makes traveling the stretch trees caused $60,000 in damages Integrity Initiative is a watershed developers. ics,” Stewart said. “You name it, of Melrose Avenue from Wilcox to the sewage pipelines and an movement that deserves the undi- As of last week, two statewide there’s a ballot measure for or Avenue to Seward Street a major additional $67,000 in sidewalk vided attention of the city’s voters measures had qualified for the against in November. Los Angeles inconvenience. repairs. Construction along and its media. Everybody in L.A. November ballot, proponents of a deserves time to seriously focus on Cynnthia Johnson, facility Melrose Avenue from Wilcox needs to know this is on the ballot third started gathering signatures, the important societal issues raised administrator for Hancock Park Avenue to Seward Street will and that the city council is the tar- and 11 others in circulation had at by our measure.” Terrace, said the complex took continue through the end of the get.” least 25 percent of the necessary The March 7, 2017 ballot will be sidewalk repairs into its own week. The initiative by the Coalition to signatures. The California exclusively focused on L.A.’s hands after trees damaged the Johnson said she spoke to the Preserve L.A. (CPLA) seeks to put Secretary of State has also cleared issues and candidates, Stewart sidewalk. Johnson said the roots Los Angeles Department of a two-year moratorium on develop- another 68 measures for circulation. explained. It will include the elec- also damaged sewage pipelines Public Works (LADPW) last ments that require General Plan “It’s crucial that our measure not tion for mayor, city controller, city under Melrose Avenue. year about the problem, and the amendments and zone changes, and be overshadowed by the presiden- attorney and eight Los Angeles city “[The sidewalk] is a hazard to city put asphalt on the sidewalk. would require the city to update the tial election and by statewide mea- council seats, and supporters of the pedestrians and a liability for It wasn’t enough, she said, and General Plan and Community sures on the death penalty, marijua- initiative hope it becomes a focal us,” Johnson said. “Who thought See trees page 21 Plans. City staff would also be na for recreational use, the mini- See Initiative page 21 DUAL STORE CLOSING SALES! ...on Beverly Boulevard
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Suspect convicted for murder Thievesn ‘skim’ information at bank ATMs Police warn public
to protect themselves nand robbery spreeWashington in 2011 Boulevard during when using machines Incidents occurred the early morning hours of May By edwin folven in Wilshire, Olympic 11, 2011 and pulled the driver over. Thomas and two accom- and Mid-City areas plices were taken into custody. A Police are warning members of By edwin folven the public to be cautious when shotgun was found in the vehicle. using ATMs after a device known The first victim, Marcelo as a “skimmer” was recently found A 31-year-old man was con- Aragon, 35, was killed on April at a Chase Bank branch on victed on March 11 on two 30, 2011 during a robbery in the Wilshire Boulevard. Thieves use counts of capital murder in con- Pico/Union District. The second the small electronic devices to steal nection with a robbery spree in victim, MTV music coordinator debit and credit card numbers and 2011 that left two people dead. Gabriel Ben-Meir was killed on access customers’ accounts. Jabaar Vincent Thomas, a resi- May 8, 2011 while walking to his Det. Shawn Murphy, with the dent of Los Angeles, murdered apartment on Packard Street just Los Angeles Police Department’s the two victims during a robbery south of the Miracle Mile. Wilshire Division, said a bank spree that occurred in the Both men were killed with a security officer called police on Wilshire, Koreatown, Mid-City shotgun. Ben-Meir was ordered March 7 after he viewed surveil- and Pico/Union areas. He faces to get down on his knees and was lance video and saw a suspect the death penalty. shot execution-style, according place a skimmer on an ATM. The penalty phase of his trial to the Los Angeles County Undercover officers were dis- began Tuesday. A sentencing District Attorney’s Office. patched to the bank and found the decision is expected by early next Prosecutor John McKinney said device still attached to the week, said Jane Robison, a a glove with Thomas’ DNA was spokeswoman for the Los found near Ben-Meir’s body. machine. photo by Edwin Folven Murphy said officers watched Angeles County District Thomas’s two accomplices – Police said a suspect placed a skimmer on an ATM at an undisclosed the bank for three hours to see if Attorney’s Office. Destiny Young, 24, and Richard the suspect returned but were Chase bank branch on March 7. Investigators recovered the device. Thomas was also convicted of Edward Anderson, 38 – have also unable to locate the individual. The six counts of second degree rob- been convicted. Young, who specific bank branch was not iden- ees or police if they believe a skim- tions, and he cautioned people to bery, three counts of attempted authorities said was Thomas’s tified and no information on the mer is installed at an ATM. be careful when paying with credit second-degree robbery and one girlfriend, pleaded guilty to two suspect was available. Murphy added that thieves usually or debit cards at pumps. He count of a felon in possession of counts of voluntary manslaugh- The detective said skimmers put skimmers on ATM machines at advised people who see someone a firearm. The crimes occurred ter, three counts of attempted present a problem throughout the night or on weekends when banks installing a skimmer to call police from April 27, 2011 to May 11, robbery and three counts of sec- city at banks and other locations are closed and retrieve them before immediately. 2011. ond-degree robbery. She faces up where credit and debit cards are the branches re-open. ATM customers are also cau- Multiple robberies attributed to to 25 years in prison. swiped in machines. Thieves can “They generally do it after hours tioned to beware of “shoulder surf- Thomas occurred overnight on Anderson pleaded guilty to six buy skimmers online or sometimes when security guards are not ing” scams in which thieves stand May 10 and 11, 2011 in the counts of robbery and attempted make the devices themselves. The around. It is the banks’ responsibil- behind people using machines and LAPD’s Wilshire, Olympic and robbery and is facing up to 15 devices are placed over the slot ity [to guard against skimmers], attempt to obtain their PIN num- Southeast Divisions. A patrol years in prison. Young and where credit and debit cards are but because [ATMs] are outside, it bers. Los Angeles City Attorney officer from the Wilshire Anderson are scheduled to be inserted and often look like they can be difficult to monitor all the Mike Feuer announced in February Division saw a vehicle matching sentenced on March 30. Robison are part of the machine. time,” Murphy said. “I think if the that two individuals have been the description of the suspect’s said they testified against “At first glance, you are proba- banks took a more proactive role in charged for “shoulder surfing” car in the 4000 block of Thomas during his trial. bly not going to notice anything preventing identity theft in general, incidents in the San Fernando different. But if you look closer, it would help.” Valley. you can usually tell something is The investigator added that Murphy added that a common out of place, ” Murphy said. “The although skimmers are not new, sense approach can prevent people best way to prevent this is if you their technology has advanced. from becoming victims. He cau- Investigation underway into see something where the card goes Skimmers now have blue-tooth tioned people to be aware of their in, give it a couple twists or wiggle capability allowing a thief to surroundings. If something doesn’t it. It should come off.” receive credit and debit card num- look right, seek assistance from bodyLos Angeles found County Coroner’s insideWinter van said it appears the victim Murphy added that ATMs are bers on a laptop or smart phone. bank employees or call police, he Department is in the process of died of natural causes, as there were built to prevent break-ins, so Some skimmers also have pinhole added. identifying a male victim whose no visible signs of trauma. Winter checking for a skimmer will not cameras to record PIN numbers. Anyone with information is body was found Tuesday morning added that the victim was a tran- damage the machines. He said cus- Murphy said suspects also com- urged to contact Wilshire Division inside a parked van in the 1300 sient who had been living in the tomers should notify bank employ- monly place skimmers at gas sta- detectives at (213)922-8205. block of North Wilton Place. van. Witnesses called police at “No foul play is suspected,” approximately 7:30 a.m. to notify Winter added. “He was in the early them about the van, which had been stages of decomposition and an parked outside Helen Bernstein autopsy is pending.” By edwin folven City council aides“The arrested incident involving Mr. for Ceja allegedny to be held theDUI following day. High School for the past couple of Authorities are trying to locate was off hours and did not involve Solomon Rivera, chief of staff for weeks. Police checked the van and the victim’s next of kin. Winter Aides for separate Los Angeles any city resources. As such, it is a Harris-Dawson, issued a statement. determined there was a body inside. added that the victim appears to City Council members were arrested personal matter,” Cedillo said. “In “As soon as we became aware of Corner’s Office spokesman Ed have been in his 50s. early Saturday morning for alleged- regards to his employment, this is a the incident involving Fredy Torres, ly driving under the influence. personnel matter and the privacy Council member Harris-Dawson Fredy Ceja, communications rights of all employees must be directed staff to reach out to LAPD director for Councilman Gil Cedillo, respected. I assure you, this will be and then the city personnel depart- 1st District, was taken into custody handled appropriately once we are ment to express his concern and Court upholds ban on medical shortly after midnight on March 12 aware of all the details.” commit our office’s full coopera- after the car he was driving allegedly Approximately one hour after tion,” Rivera said. “We have placed collided with a Metro bus near Sixth Ceja was taken into custody, police Torres on leave while this matter is marijuana delivery services and Spring Streets. No injuries were arrested Fredy Torres, a field deputy being investigated.” Los Angeles City Attorney Mike December 2014 against NESTR- reported. for Councilman Marqueece Harris- Los Angeles City Attorney’s Feuer’s office has won a ruling DOP, a smartphone application Ceja was driving his personal Dawson, 8th District. Police pulled Department spokesman Frank from the 2nd District Court of that facilitates illegal medical mar- vehicle, said Jennifer Rivera, assis- Torres over near 43rd Street and Mateljan said Ceja was charged Appeal affirming a preliminary ijuana delivery. The injunction tant chief of staff for Cedillo. The McKinley Avenue in South Los with misdemeanor driving under the injunction against medical mari- prohibits the operators of the app councilman issued a statement about Angeles, according to LAPD influence. The city attorney’s office juana delivery app operator NEST- from facilitating deliveries of med- the arrest. It is unclear where Ceja spokeswoman Jane Kim. Torres received information about the DROP. ical marijuana in the city and was coming from and what discipli- allegedly was driving a city-owned Torres case from the LAPD on The ruling affirms the city’s directs the app to be modified nary action he will face from vehicle and had earlier been at a park Tuesday, and the filing of charges is position that Proposition D, Los accordingly. Cedillo. preparing for a tree-planting ceremo- pending, Mateljan added. Angeles’ voter-approved ordi- The city attorney also took civil nance regulating medical marijua- action last month to halt operations na dispensaries, prohibits deliver- by Speed Weed, a marijuana deliv- ies of the drug. ery and distribution business. “This ruling is a significant step Since Feuer took office, 716 Gatto bill on child credit protection advances forward in our effort to stop med- medical marijuana businesses have The State Assembly’s Banking AB 1580 will allow parents to has become a victim of identity ical marijuana delivery services,” closed in Los Angeles. and Finance Committee passed leg- freeze their children’s credit to pre- fraud. However, since children don’t Feuer said. “Marijuana deliveries The Los Angeles City Attorney’s islation by Assemblyman Mike vent identity thieves from opening typically have financial accounts or violate Prop. D and flout the will of Office has also filed 365 criminal Gatto (D-Los Angeles) and fraudulent credit accounts and ruin- check their FICO score, the damage the voters who enacted it.” cases against 1,444 defendants. Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin (D- ing credit scores. is often not discovered until a child The 2nd District Court of Criminal cases filed by the city Thousand Oaks) Monday to protect Current law only allows parents to turns 18. Twenty-three state have Appeal’s ruling upholds a prelimi- attorney target business operators children from identity theft. freeze a child’s credit after the child implemented similar laws. nary injunction granted in as well as property owners. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 March 17, 2016 Ruling prevents new digital signs from returning in L.A. VoteCal deployed in all 58 CA counties All of California’s 58 counties the state to ensure that the securi- By Edwin FolvEn are now using VoteCal, ty and performance of VoteCal is California’s statewide voter reg- working as designed. Robust test- The California Second District istration database. ing will take place as we prepare Court of Appeals on March 10 Secretary of State Alex Padilla to certify the system in June. By ruled in favor of the city of Los is working with all counties to the Nov. 8 General Election, Angeles in a lawsuit filed against validate its functionality. Once VoteCal will provide California the city’s digital billboard ban. testing has concluded, VoteCal voters useful tools and help elec- Had the court ruled in favor of will be declared the official sys- tions officials accurately and effi- the plaintiff, Lamar Central tem of record for voter registra- ciently maintain voter rolls.” Outdoor LLC, it would have tion in California. This is expect- VoteCal’s publicly available cleared the way for the company ed to occur in June, sometime website will allow voters to regis- to convert 45 static billboards to after the June 7 Presidential ter online, check the status of digital signs. Primary Election. their ballot and find their polling Los Angeles City Attorney “This is a big moment. VoteCal place. It connects all 58 county Mike Feuer praised the decision, will modernize California elec- elections offices to the Secretary which overturned a lower court’s photo by Edwin Folven tions. Through VoteCal, of State’s database to improve the ruling in favor of Lamar. Feuer An appellate court ruling announced on March 10 upheld the city’s ordi- California citizens will have voter registration process. said a ruling against the city would access to an easy-to-use online It gives voters the ability to see nance banning digital billboards, such as this one formerly located on have set a bad precedent embold- portal to check the status of their if their vote-by-mail or provision- ening other billboard companies Melrose Avenue. voter registration and ballot. al ballot was counted by their to challenge the ordinance. A rul- VoteCal will also allow for inno- county elections official and, if it tal billboards and to permit them tised are sold or offered at the ing in Lamar’s favor in the case vations such as Election Day was not, it will help to determine as on-site signs – billboards location. could have potentially resulted in voter registration,” Padilla said. why. It is also the single, official attached to buildings where the Representatives of Lamar could thousands of new digital bill- “My staff is working with county statewide database of voter regis- specific goods or services adver- not be reached for comment. boards throughout the city, Feuer elections officials up and down tration information. said. “This is a landmark ruling not only for Los Angeles but for the entire state of California,” Feuer added. “This ruling heads off what would have been an uncontrolled avalanche of new billboards across Los Angeles.” In 2002, the Los Angeles City Council enacted an ordinance pro- hibiting new off-site signage, and in 2009, approved an ordinance banning digital billboards. Lamar’s lawsuit specifically sought to overturn the city’s denial of a request to change 45 bill- boards to digital signs. The lawsuit – Lamar Central Outdoor LLC vs. City of Los Angeles – challenged the city’s authority to regulate billboards on the grounds the signs are protected under the First Amendment and the state’s free speech clause. Lamar’s attorneys argued that bill- boards should be protected as free speech because they present a message. The court ruled that the city’s ban on digital billboards does not restrict the “content” of the mes- sages presented on billboards, only the locations where signs can be installed. The ruling also upholds the city’s right to estab- lish special sign districts for digi- Gov. appoints directors to Humanities Board
Fritz Friedman, 65, of West Hollywood, was reappointed to the California Humanities Board of Directors, where he has served since 2013. Friedman, a Democrat, has been president at the Fritz Friedman Company and an adjunct professor at the University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism since 2014. He was senior vice president of worldwide publicity at Sony Pictures Entertainment from 1980 to 2014. Alice Y. Hom, 48, of Los Angeles, was also reappointed to the California Humanities Board of Directors, where she has served since 2012. Hom, a Democrat, is a consultant at Hom Consulting. She was director at the Asian Americans-Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy for the past nine years. She was a director at the Occidental College Intercultural Community Center from 2001 to 2006. This position does not require Senate confirmation and there is no compensation. 6 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press
campus. In 2007, the USDA adopted the same protocol Bloom taxes sugary drinks to combat obesity for all districts in the country. n doubled in the nation in the last 30 years. She said LAUSD eliminated ‘Health impact’ fee would “Quietly and with little fanfare, diabetes flavored milk in 2011 and also has its own rates have skyrocketed, to the point where 2.4 nutrition policies established in 2012. generate $2.3 billion annually million Californians are now afflicted, includ- Benavidez said the food policies were chal- By GreGory Cornfield ing one in two Latino and African American lenging to implement and required a lot of edu- kids,” he said. cation to change the culture in the district. In an effort to make up for the money spent According to Bloom’s office, the number of Linda Crowder, principal at Rosewood on the state’s health habits, California legisla- people diagnosed with diabetes in California Avenue Elementary School, said there is a “no tors continued to take aim at products causing has jumped 50 percent between 2001 and junk food” policy and zero vending machines the most harm. 2012. Unless the trend is reversed, one in three on campus. Students are not allowed to bring Last week, three California lawmakers intro- people born after 2000 will develop Type 2 regular or diet sodas or junk food for lunch. If duced legislation that would establish a “health Diabetes in their lifetimes. they bring chips, it must be a snack size and it can’t be anything that says “hot” on it. If stu- impact” fee on sugar-sweetened beverages. Moreover, the California obesity rate has dents bring Lunchables, teachers take the piece The measure, AB 2782, authored by skyrocketed from nine percent in 1984 to over of candy and hold it until after the school day if Assemblyman Richard Bloom (D-Santa 25 percent today and is projected to increase to 47 percent by 2030. Diabetes alone adds an parents want it returned. Monica) would generate an estimated $2.3 bil- Rosewood supports parents fostering inde- lion a year to prevent and treat obesity, dia- extra $1.6 billion every year to state hospital- ization costs. There are currently no state funds pendence, but Crowder explained that when betes, heart and dental disease, which he said is parents don’t monitor what their children pack overwhelming the country. reserved for diabetes prevention. Bloom’s bill would create a revenue source to fund pro- in their own lunches, they sometimes show up “Science overwhelmingly demonstrates that grams that educate communities on the dan- with bags of chips and cookies. Crowder said the overconsumption of soda and other sugar- gers of overconsumption of sugar-sweetened she support’s Bloom’s efforts, especially after laden beverages has led to an epidemic of dia- beverages. It is expected to be heard in its first observing some students struggle during the betes, heart disease and obesity throughout our policy committee in the Assembly sometime school’s physical fitness test. country and here in California,” Bloom said. next month. “I just had to shake my head at the number “[It] costs us billions and brings with it untold Laura Benavidez, interim co-director of food of kids that can’t get around the track or do a misery that disproportionately affects disad- services for LAUSD, said California has a pro- push up,” she said. on campus, but they do not have typical soda or vantaged communities and people of color. gressive board of education that has been She added that in addition to poor diets, she candy and instead have healthy options. He Now is the time to take action and begin to thinking about student health for more than a believes other sedentary habits such as playing said it was challenging to implement healthy reverse the negative and preventable health decade. In 2003, California was the first state to video games leads to students’ poor health as standards on campus because students do not impacts caused by these products.” approve a healthy beverage motion and banned well. get excited about healthy snacks, but the school Assemblyman David Chiu (D-San carbonated beverages and drinks with high Leonard Choi, assistant principal at Fairfax completely complies with LAUSD and USDA Francisco) explained that obesity rates have sugar levels from being sold to students on High School, said there are vending machines guidelines. Garcetti, Blumenfield announce money-saving LADWP incentive Mayor Eric Garcetti and able city by helping Angelenos save Councilman Bob Blumenfield last energy, while at the same time cutting week joined the Los Angeles their utility bills,” Garcetti said. “It Department of Water and Power will make home heating and cooling (LADWP) to announce a new upgrades more affordable in L.A.” money-saving energy incentive pack- According to the mayor’s office, age that will be available starting July. the program could reduce a house- The new tune-up program will hold’s cooling and heating costs by include maintenance efficiency 30 percent – an amount likely to out- checks for residential and commer- weigh any rising costs from cial heating, ventilation and air condi- LADWP’s proposed rate increase. tioning (HVAC) systems at no cost to The new incentive program was pro- the ratepayer — as well as up to $150 posed by Blumenfield and approved towards the purchase and installation by the city council last month. of cutting-edge programmable ther- Most L.A. residents use more ener- mostats. It also provides air condi- gy to heat and cool their homes than tioning tune-ups free of charge. for any other purpose, and many “This kind of innovative program heating and cooling units in the city furthers our commitment to a sustain- are operating inefficiently.
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Los Angeles calls on artists to help with streetlight installation Los Angeles City Councilman ject is to improve safety for pedes- Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, the trians and create a sense of place Board of Public Works, Bureau of unique to the community. This Street Lighting and the project is a component of the Department of Transportation last existing Historic Filipinotown week called for artists to create Temple Street Streetscape designs for a light installation pro- Masterplan and Guidelines, devel- ject aimed at improving pedestri- oped in 2004 by then-Councilman an safety. Eric Garcetti. Project HiFi Highlight aims to “Project HiFi Highlight is install 54 bus stop lights in planned to be unveiled in October, Filipinotown along Temple Street, just in time for Filipino American between Glendale Boulevard and History Month,” said Commissioner Hoover Street. Many of the lights Joel Jacinto, Board of Public Works. will also include a culturally rep- Artists must submit renderings resentative decorative element. of design elements, which will be “This streetlight and art instal- used on sidewalk lighting fixtures lation will beautify one of the along Temple Street. Designs great commercial corridors in the must exhibit features of the 13th District,” O’Farrell said. “I Filipino culture. am looking forward to seeing the The deadline for submissions is designs for this creative place- April 22. For more information, making project, which will instill visit scribd.com/doc/ a sense of community pride in one 303733113/Project-HiFi- of the most diverse neighbor- Highlight-Call-for-Artists, or hoods in Los Angeles.” email Regine Osorio at The goal of the $625,000 pro- [email protected]. 8 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Rossmore closed after motor FoundationFirefighters and police officerslinks students with first responders sowed seeds of friendship in the Miracle Mile on March 5 during officer collides with car “Meet Our New Friends,” an event organized by the First-In Fire Foundation at Hancock Park Elementary School. Pictured are Los Angeles Fire Department fire- fighter Bronson Collins (left), of Fire Station 61; Lyn MacEwen Cohen, president of the First-In Fire Foundation; LAFD Capt. Martin Svorinich, of Fire Station 36; Sandra Jones, of the LAPD Wilshire Division; LAFD Battalion 18 Chief Gregg Avery; Wilshire Division Senior Lead Officer Perry photo courtesy of the First-In Fire Foundation Jones; LAPD specialist Peter Gorlick; and Wilshire Division displayed vintage police cars from tives from the offices of State Senior Lead Officer Spiro Roditis. the “Adam-12” television show. Senator Ben Allen and Los Angeles The meeting was part of a First- Officers and firefighters also read City Council members Paul Koretz, photo by Edwin Folven In Fire Foundation pilot program stories to students in the school’s 5th District, and David Ryu, 4th An LAPD motorcycle officer sustained minor injuries Wednesday linking residents and community library. District. when he rear-ended a car at the intersection of Rossmore Avenue and members with emergency respon- “It’s about grassroots resilience “It was wonderful to see all of Clinton Street. The collision occurred at approximately 11 a.m. Police ders. Approximately 200 children and relationships locally before an our first responders come out to closed Rossmore Avenue in both directions between Melrose and and their families attended the emergency occurs and that children support Hancock Park Elementary Rosewood Avenues while the collision was investigated. It was event, which also stressed the can be partners in preparedness School,” said vice principal Karen unclear whether the officer or the driver of the vehicle that was rear- importance of emergency prepared- too,” Cohen said. “We like to show Hollis. “It was incredible to be a ended was at fault. The driver was not cited. The officer complained ness. Children received coloring how emergency preparedness can part of the collaboration of so many of pain but his injuries were minor, said Officer D. Penner, with the books and fire hats and sat in fire be fun.” public entities nurturing and teach- Wilshire Division. trucks and police cars. The LAPD Also attending were representa- ing young people.”
Los Angeles to host League of Cities summit The National League of Cities Board unanimously voted to select Los Angeles as the host city for the 2018 City Summit. The summit brings together 3,800 elected leaders, guests and speakers for four days in November to showcase collabora- tive solutions to issues facing local governments across the country. Los Angeles City Councilmen Mitch O’Farrell and Joe Buscaino represented Los Angeles as a potential host city to the board. Subjects to be discussed at the 2018 City Summit in Los Angeles include the revitalization of Hollywood, the expansion of Los Angeles rail network, the creation and expansion of Silicon Beach and the success of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. “I look forward to working with my colleagues on the city council to plan and welcome the 2018 NLC City Summit conference to Los Angeles, and shining the national spotlight on the vibrant, diverse communities in the City of Angels,” O’Farrell said. The last time Los Angeles host- ed the summit, formerly called the Congress of Cities, was in 1999. The Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board estimates the summit will generate at least $4.7 million in direct business sales and nearly $500,000 in local sales taxes. “The National League of Cities’ 2018 City Summit will be an economic driver for the entire region of Los Angeles,” said Ernest Wooden Jr., president and CEO of the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board. “Through the city summit, we have the opportunity to show the entire country how Los Angeles is tak- ing the lead as a modern metropo- lis and how we utilize every unique corner of this spectacular city for economic growth.” For information, visit www.nlc.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 March 17, 2016
State Senate celebrates CitizenshipWorksMayor Eric Garcetti recently citizens. 2.0 assiststo immigrants make their dreams a reality,” announced a new program with the Four library branches have Garcetti said. “Our ‘Citizenship Los Angeles Public Library to sup- teamed up with the Mayor’s Office Corners’ serve as a free resource for Pakistani American Day port immigrant Angelenos on their of Immigrant Affairs to dedicate community members that are look- journey to become American space, trained staff, computers and ing to change their lives. Citizens. CitizenshipWorks 2.0, a other resources to assist with the CitizenshipWorks 2.0 helps make website and mobile app, guides use of CitizenshipWorks 2.0. This that happen.” lawful permanent residents step- pilot builds on the resources CitizenshipWorks 2.0 is avail- by-step through their naturalization already available in Citizenship able free of charge at citizenship- applications. Corners located in all 73 library works.org. The new pilot program is part of branches, where residents can “We are thrilled to work with the the Mayor’s Step Forward LA ini- access tools to assist in the natural- Mayor’s Office and our partners to tiative to encourage the more than ization process. help simplify the citizenship appli- 350,000 legal permanent resident “We are committed to providing cation process,” said John Szabo, immigrants in Los Angeles to take Angelenos who are eligible to City Librarian of the Los Angeles the necessary steps to become U.S. become citizens the tools they need Public Libraries.
EmpowermentMore than 450 high school stu- conferenceMember Mónica García. motivates “Future Friends of students Safe Schools U.S.A. and dents recently participated in the school board members, teachers, TruConnect. photo courtesy of State Sen. Tony Mendoza’s Office 3rd annual Kids First! Student scientists, labor leaders and artists “United Way believes in empow- Empowerment Conference, which were in attendance, and I am proud ering young people to take action to The State Senate recently recognized the contributions of motivated students to accelerate to support their path to greatness.” create pathways out of poverty,” California’s Pakistani-American community by adopting Senate their path toward graduation and The Kids First! Student said Elise Buik, president and CEO Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 105 authored by Sen. Tony Mendoza offered interactive workshops to Empowerment Conference was of United Way of Greater Los (D-Artesia). help them become stronger leaders. presented by García, United Way of Angeles. “We are proud to partner The resolution declares March 23 as “Pakistani American Day.” A “Listening to and encouraging Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles with Board Member Mónica special ceremony held on the Senate floor Monday following the vote our students makes me a stronger School Police Association, Los García to provide students the tools featured Mendoza (center), Consul General of Pakistan Abdul Jabbar leader,” said Los Angeles Unified Angeles School Police to fight for their schools and com- Memon, Artesia mayor pro-tem Ali Sajjad Taj and Pakistani School District School Board Management Association, KPMG, munities.” American dignitaries from throughout the state. “The California State Senate paid tribute to the contributions of the Pakistani-American community to the diverse fabric of California. SCR 105 declares March 23, 2016 as ‘Pakistani American Day’ and provides the people of our state an opportunity to recognize the achievements, contributions and history of this vibrant community,” Mendoza said. In Pakistan, March 23 is a national holiday known as Pakistani Resolution Day commemorating the signing of the Lahore Resolution and the adoption of the first Pakistani constitution. The 1940 Lahore Resolution called for the creation of a sovereign Muslim state. In 1973, a constitution was adopted that established Pakistan as a parlia- mentary democracy with three branches of government and a prime minister. Pakistan is currently considered a parliamentary republic, with the head of state elected by parliament and state legislators. Mendoza said there are nearly 47,000 people of Pakistani heritage residing in California, and 10 percent of all exports from the United States to Pakistan come from California. Pakistani American Day helps to raise awareness about the contributions Pakistani Americans make to the state’s economy and ethnic and cultural diversity.
Feinstein supports legislation
addressingSen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) opioid addiction recently voted for the It’s not a Comprehensive Addiction and coincidence that Recovery Act, a bill to address the nationwide opioid epidemic. prescription California has experienced a 16.5 overdose deaths percent increase in prescription opi- quadrupled during oid deaths over the past decade. “Opioid addiction is an epidemic the same period in this country. Nearly 2 million that prescriptions Americans are addicted to opioids quadrupled. and 19,000 Americans overdosed and died in 2014,’ Feinstein said. -Sen. Dianne Feinstein “It’s long overdue for Congress to take action, and the bill we passed today is just a first step.” opioids were written, enough for 80 The bill authorizes programs to percent of all Americans to have a ensure access to appropriate, evi- bottle of pills,” Feinstein added. dence-based medical treatment; “Prescription drug abuse often leads address local and emerging drug to heroin use because these drugs threats and trends; equip first- affect the brain in the same manner. responders with life-saving tools This problem is compounded such as Naloxone, an opioid over- because heroin is significantly dose-reversal drug; and strengthens cheaper. This crisis requires a com- prescription drug monitoring pro- prehensive, national response. We grams to reduce overprescribing, must do more, including requiring doctor shopping and overdose prescriber education and improving deaths. follow-up treatment.” The bill also includes Feinstein’s The Transnational Drug Transnational Drug Trafficking Act, Trafficking Act will establish penal- approved as an amendment by a 94- ties when individuals have reason- 0 vote. able cause to believe their illegal “This epidemic stems from a drugs will be trafficked into the surge in the use of prescription United States. It also ensures cur- drugs. It’s not a coincidence that rent penalties apply to drug precur- prescription overdose deaths sor producers from other countries quadrupled during the same period that manufacture and ship chemi- that prescriptions quadrupled. In cals to the U.S. knowing they will 2012, 259 million prescriptions for be used to make illegal drugs. 10 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Local leader joins actor BillAssemblyman will ban Travis business Allen California with and abroad. entities boycottingplay politics and boycott Israel our criti- expressed his appreciation that “The fight against discrimination cal allies.” from Oscar-winning film principal co-authors Assemblymen is a non-partisan issue. I am hon- Gatto added that he supports the Mike Gatto and Matt Dababneh, ored to have my colleagues join me legislation and Israel. and Senator Jeff Stone, have creat- in co-authoring this historic biparti- “I am proud to join in bipartisan ed a bi-partisan coalition in support san legislation and putting an end to legislation reaffirming that discrim- of AB 1552, which prohibits taxpayer funded prejudice,” Allen ination is simply not acceptable in California from contracting with said. “California and Israel have our great state,” Gatto added. “This businesses that engage in boycotts historically stood together as allies bill backs that commitment by cre- against Israel. due to our unique bond founded on ating consequences for bigots who AB 1552 seeks to reinforce shared values, a bilateral trade rela- currently prosper from doing busi- California’s economic interests and tionship and our unwavering com- ness with the most economically ensures the state’s relationships mitment to freedom and democra- powerful state in the country.” with trading partners and allies are cy. It is unconscionable for our state For information on the legisla- not undermined by companies in to do business with companies that tion, visit www.ad72.asmrc.org.
HertzbergSen. Bob Hertzberg calls (D-Van forproject, changes including creating to a systemlobbyingNovember ballot.database SB 1349 pre- Nuys) has authored legislation to that is data driven, rather than form scribes using cost-effective, stream- modernize California’s online data- based, and adhering to prevailing lined and innovative information base of campaign and lobbying standards for search and open data. technology processes to improve the information to make it more user- Following the announcement, Jim system. It calls for a system that per- photo courtesy of Andrew Friedman friendly and accessible. Heerwagen, a proponent of the mits future compatibility with local Local attorney and commissioner Andrew Friedman (right) and his The bill, SB 1349, directs the state Voters’ Right to Know Act which campaign finance data. wife Chanie recently met with Hungarian actor Geza Rohrig, star of to overhaul the Secretary of State’s sought to replace the current Cal- In addition to introducing the bill, the movie “Son of Saul.” The film won an Academy Award for Best antiquated Cal-Access system for Access system as part of a package Hertzberg has sent a request to the Foreign Language Film. It is set in a concentration camp in 1944. filing and accessing campaign of reforms, announced he would halt Senate Committee on Budget and Rohrig portrays a member of the “Sonderkommando” – groups of finance and lobbying data. It estab- signature gathering and not pursue Fiscal Review for $13.5 million in imprisoned Jews forced to lead inmates to their deaths and then dis- lishes important guidelines for the having the measure placed on the funding for the project. pose of their remains. Friedman is president of Congregation Bais Naftoli, an Orthodox congregation in Los Angeles.
Feinstein announces new outlets forSenator breast Dianne Feinsteincancer (D- researchother retailers offer stamp a convenient CA) last week announced that option for consumers to buy WinCo Foods, which operates more stamps, so it’s essential to make the than 100 grocery stores in the stamp available at these locations. I United States, will begin selling the encourage other leading grocery Breast Cancer Research Stamp on store chains to follow the lead of April 1. WinCo Foods.” In December, the one billionth The breast cancer research stamp Breast Cancer Research Stamp was provides first-class postage and cur- sold and legislation was signed into rently costs 60 cents. The additional law extending the stamp’s congres- 11 cents over the regular postal rate sional approval through 2019. helps fund breast cancer research at Since its creation in 1998, the stamp the National Institutes of Health has raised more than $82 million and the Medical Research Program for research. at the Department of Defense. “In order to make sure the stamp These programs focus on how to continues to be such a success, we improve early detection of breast need to increase awareness about cancer. Scientists study how can- the stamp and ensure it’s widely cers originate and develop in order available across the country,” to improve prevention, screening, Feinstein said. “Grocery stores and diagnosis and treatment.
Boxer introduces legislation to address lead in drinking water U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D- CA) introduced a bill Monday to After watching the allow future presidents to respond Flint disaster swiftly to protect residents from unfold, I realized lead contamination in drinking water. that we need to “The outrageous disaster in Flint, have a better way Michigan is being addressed by an excellent bipartisan bill negotiated to address the by the two Michigan senators,” crisis of lead in Boxer said. “I call on those in the drinking water Senate who are holding up this compromise to step aside and allow going forward.” us to move to the bill. … After -Sen. Barbara Boxer watching the Flint disaster unfold, I realized that we need to have a bet- ter way to address the crisis of lead does not include lead contamina- in drinking water going forward.” tion in drinking water,” Boxer Under the bill, a governor would added. be able to ask the president for a According to the Centers for disaster declaration if lead contam- Disease Control (CDC), there is no ination is discovered. If the presi- safe level of lead for children and dent agrees, FEMA would provide the effects of exposure are general- immediate assistance to protect ly irreversible. Lead harms the from lead in water. developing brains and nervous sys- “It is critical that future presi- tems of children and babies. It can dents do not have their hands tied cause miscarriage, stillbirths and because the definition of a disaster infertility in both men and women. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 March 17, 2016
Treatment center named in GreenState Superintendent Ribbon of Public Schoolshighest honor inaward the California winnersand the U.S. Department honored of Defense Instruction Tom Torlakson recently Green Ribbon Schools recognition Education Activity expected to nominated three California school program. nominate schools and districts for honor of Yaroslavsky districts, including LAUSD, and Green Ribbon Schools demon- federal recognition this year. two individual schools to compete strate exemplary achievement in LAUSD is the largest school dis- in the U.S. Department of three “pillars” that focus on reduc- trict in the state and the second Education Green Ribbon Schools tion of environmental impact and largest in the nation, serving approx- (ED-GRS) recognition program, costs, improvement of the health imately 650,000 students. In 2003, which honors schools that conserve and wellness of schools, students LAUSD became the first school dis- resources while promoting health and staff, and providing effective trict in California to adopt the sus- and environmental literacy. environmental education. tainability standards of the The schools and districts were California is one of 25 states as Collaborative for High Performance also named “Green Achievers,” the well as the District of Columbia Schools (CHPS) for all new schools and modernization projects. To date, 78 LAUSD schools have receive CHPS certification. LAUSD has installed 21 megawatts of solar capacity, supported more than 375 WeHo seeks public input school gardens and built more than 180 outdoor classrooms. The dis- trict’s sustainability web site, learn- onThe citycity’s of West Hollywoodtransit is transit services options and city services. A inggreen.laschools.org, provides photo courtesy of Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services seeking public input to help evalu- Pop-Up will be held Friday, March information and resources for all Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services on March 4 dedicated its Via ate its existing transit programs, 18 from noon to 2 p.m. at the schools. Avanta residential treatment center in honor of former Los Angeles including The PickUp, Cityline and Ralph’s Supermarket at 1233 N. La The U.S. Department of County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, 3rd District. Cityline X. Input will be collected Brea Ave.; and on Saturday, March Education will confirm state nomi- The center, located in Pacoima, serves homeless women with men- through online surveys, on-board 19 from noon to 2 p.m. at the nees on Earth Day, April 22. tal illness and substance use disorders. Yaroslavsky secured more than surveys, focus groups and at com- Capitol Drugs/24 Hour Fitness For information, visit $2 million in county funding for renovations at the center. The dedica- munity pop-up events. It will help “Sample Saturday” sale, located at cde.ca.gov/ls/fa/sf/greenribbon- tion also celebrated the opening of the W.M. Keck Foundation the city identify gaps in service and 8578-8612 Santa Monica Blvd. prog.asp. Children’s Learning Center. program strengths and weaknesses. Community members are also Pictured at the ribbon cutting ceremony are Los Angeles County Community Pop-Ups will be encouraged to provide feedback at Supervisor Sheila Kuehl (left), 3rd District; Yaroslavsky; Dr. Kita S. conducted throughout West www.tinyurl.com/wehorides. What does CAMBRA Curry; Dr. Robin Kay; and Wesley Ford, deputy director of the L.A. Hollywood. In addition to gather- For information, call (323)848- mean for you? County Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Health Promotion. ing feedback, the pop-up events 6370, or email [This is the third of a three-part series] A haven for women with drug and alcohol problems since the will provide information about [email protected]. 1970s, Via Avanta was one of the first programs in California to accept Saliva is so important since it how the body women for substance use treatment without requiring them to separate starts the process of reversing the acid en- up all around us in L.A. vironment from any encounter with food. from their children. Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services converted Via One of the biggest problems facing our pa- Avanta into an integrated, family-focused treatment center for home- Craftsman home These are just a few more rea- sons why we need to protect and tients today is what Dr. Kutch calls Hyopsali- less women with mental illness and substance use disorders. For infor- preservation vation. 75% of all Americans take at least mation, visit www.didihirsch.org. preserve our Craftsman homes. I one prescription drug a day, 50% take 2 and needed in WeHo want to thank all the residents, 20% take 5 or more drugs. One of the most property owners and businesses common side effects of all drugs (prescrip- RE “WeHo council blocks that stand in support of this as tion or not) is the diminishing of salivary demolition of Craftsman well as Council member John flow. You can see from what I have laid out New legislation aims to better homes,” March 10 issue Duran, who agendized the item, that this is very dangerous as far as getting and all the rest of the council for cavities is concerned. It is estimated that it takes 2 hours to get back to a state of neu- I’ve been a resident of West supporting it. regulate disabled placard use Hollywood for over 60 years, tral if you have hyposalivation. And what Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D- force the Department of Motor living at my present address do people with dry mouth do…drink and if Los Angeles) has introduced legis- Vehicles (DMV) to proactively Ruth Williams it is an acidic drink (even diet sodas) the race since 1971, and am proudly one is on for cavities. lation to address the illegal use of retrieve expired parking placards, of the founders of the city. I have West Hollywood disabled parking placards. require individuals to reapply for seen our established residential Genetics is the new field here. There are Gatto said there are approximate- parking placards upon expiration neighborhoods shrinking rapid- Preservation efforts for these now 11 different genetic variations that sci- ly 3 million disabled parking plac- and allow local jurisdictions to Craftsman homes in West ence has identified that can alter one’s sus- ly and losing single family ceptibility to cavities. Unfortunately, the ards in use in California. charge motorists displaying plac- homes to apartment buildings Hollywood have been largely testing to help determine your risks are not Irresponsible and fraudulent plac- ards for the cost of parking as long and condos that are becoming led by local residents and com- available yet. ard use has become a significant as the city offers sufficient parking unaffordable for anyone but munity leaders. concern, he added. options for disabled individuals. Valued support in these efforts For the record, here are the factors that in- roommates. We now have an crease you risk of getting cavities: poor oral “California has been a leader “AB 2602 will benefit the dis- opportunity to save some of our has been provided by the West hygiene, growing up without access of flu- among the states in providing equal abled by making sure that those history with these few Hollywood Heritage Project in oride, deep pits and fissures on your teeth opportunities to individuals with who genuinely need a parking spot Craftsman homes while preserv- addition to the West Hollywood and a poor diet. Preservation Alliance. We have disabilities,” Gatto said. “However, have access to one, instead of that ing what is left of a neighbor- When it comes lowering your risk, there are there are people who are trying to spot being taken up by someone hood. appreciated the city council’s some tools to help. At Southern California game the system and are taking committing fraud on the system,” In speaking with the residents responsiveness, and particularly Dental Health Associates we believe in me- parking away for every person Gatto added. “This is an important of our neighborhood regarding council member [John] Duran’s chanical toothbrushes (the ones with timers struggling with a disability.” bill for making sure our parking this issue, I was not surprised at leadership on this issue. that can ensure you brush for at least 2 min- The legislation, AB 2602, will system is fair for everyone.” the number of residents who The city council’s recent 45- utes), floss, soft picks by Butler and rinses. want to preserve these homes, so day moratorium action is signif- We also use the only tool on the market to our small neighborhood is not icant and we hope that the mora- measure the activity of the bacteria in your lost along with most of our east- torium will be extended until the mouth, the CariScreen. We use information side history. new survey is completed. These from this test, along with other criteria, to Walk of Fame committee now Craftsman style homes are an determine your risk for cavities. And we With rents rising very quickly, offer the complete line of CariFree products many younger people want to integral part of the cultural fab- that can influence the way the bacteria live accepting nominations for 2017 become homeowners, and these ric of our city. They contribute in your mouth to help slow down, if not The Hollywood Chamber of walkoffame.com. Nominations can homes are a perfect way to offer to the charming and nostalgic stop, the viscous cycle of cavities that pa- Commerce is now accepting nomi- also be sent to the Walk of Fame them not only a beginning to character of our neighborhood, tients tend to get. nations for the Hollywood Walk of Committee, courtesy of Ana their dreams, but retain the his- which make it a desirable place Fame. Martinez, at 7018 Hollywood tory of the Craftsman homes and to live. The deadline is on May 31 and Blvd. maintain the sense of neighbor- The early 20th century subur- all nominations will be considered The Walk of Fame categories ban housing development in this hoods. History has proven over in the annual Walk of Fame include motion pictures, television, and over that neighborhoods area was influenced by growth
Committee meeting in June when radio, recording and live with single-family homes have of the nearby Hollywood film Jonathan Engel, DDS members make selections for 2017. theatre/live performance. The com- more of a tendency to work industry. It offered single-family Estella Goldman, DDS “We are constantly asked about mittee will select approximately together to preserve the quality housing opportunities with con- the process,” said Ana Martinez, 20-24 names. of life, come together for neigh- venient access to jobs and beach producer of the Walk of Fame cer- Whether nominating an individ- borhood watch issues and so destinations via local electric emonies. “Nominating someone ual or group, the sponsor must sub- forth. trolley stops at the time. We for a star is as simple as can be. All mit a photo, bio and the nominee’s [The house] at 7701 hope that this survey process we ask for is a completed nomina- qualifications, as well as a list of Lexington should not be demol- will result in designation of eli- tion application and a commitment contributions to the community ished. This home is in excellent gible Craftsman houses as part to sponsor the star should their and civic-oriented participation. A condition and stands proudly at of a new historic district to bet- celebrity be selected. Anyone can letter of agreement from the nomi- the corner as a gateway [and ter protect our architectural and nominate their favorite celebrity, nee or his/her management must be reminder of] the Craftsman era. cultural heritage. 5901 W. Olympic Blvd. Suite 205 including a fan. Each year, we included. Posthumous nominations It should not be replaced by one Los Angeles, CA 90036 receive an average of 300 nomina- have a five-year waiting period. of the ugly box-style Justine Block 323.934.3341 tions.” New selections will be homes/duplexes that are going West Hollywood www.socaldentalhealth.com Applications can be found at announced late June. 12 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press
St. Patrick’s Day Fun Irish cuisine paired with an exten- beef and kimchi with pickles in Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Luck-O-The-Doddy Burger, only sive draft beer selection. Order a chili aioli. Guests wearing green Beach. (310)574-2277. available on March 17. The burger shot of Jameson with a draft beer will receive a free scoop of special is made with a beef patty, green Wear green to The for $10 or an Irish Mule cocktail for edition Guinness-infused ice cream beer cheese, Kennebec fries, white $8. Chef Diana Stavaridis is also with a food or beverage purchase. Hopdoddy’s Green onion, tomato, lettuce and a sassy Manhattanxperience the luckHouse of the Irish preparing limited-edition corned The kitchen will be open from 5 sauce on a green egg bun. Other on St. Patrick’s Day at The beef Reuben sandwiches made with p.m. to 10 p.m. and the bar will Eggselebrate & St.Ham Patrick’s burger Day at March specials include the green EManhattan House while enjoying house-baked bread, Korean corned remain open until midnight. 1019 Hopdoddy Burger Bar with the C See St. Patrick’s Day page 13
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more family friendly,” Palermo said. It is a casual restaurant where servers behind the counter take your order. The menu offers a vari- When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore... ety of pizzas, pastas, salads and paninis. Enjoy the casual atmos- phere while waiting for your dishes hen the neighborhood creating artisan crafted food. He to be brought to you, as soon as restaurant Cube on La made a rotating pasta selection, and they are cooked to order. “Having Brea closed for renova- other Italian dishes using imported my own children, I wanted to create tions, the street seemed a little qui- Italian tomatoes, fresh herbs, extra a multi-generational restaurant, that Weter. Locals wondered what would virgin olive oil and fresh cage free appeals to all ages at a more afford- become of this popular Italian mar- eggs. able price,” Palermo said. ketplace and cafe owned by Alex His products were purchased and Palermo. Last spring Pizza Romano used by some of America’s best was born. restaurants, and sold in gourmet After graduating from retailers nationwide. Gelson’s Pepperdine University with a Market was one of his first cus- photo courtesy of Pizza Romano degree in Economics in the late tomers in 1992, and now he sells to 1980s, Palermo started his own over 15,000 retail locations world- Proscuitto and argulua top the buffalo mozzarella pizza at Pizza company, Divine Pasta, based on a wide. Romano. college project. His mission was to I met Palermo at Pizza Romano create hand-crafted pastas and on a Friday night while dining there By Jill Weinlein will not produce the same pizza enjoyed a wedge salad with crispy sauces made from the best ingredi- with my father. When I asked him dough. Now I understand how the bacon, red onion, heirloom tomatoes, ents to sell to high quality stores why he closed Cube, he explained restaurant got its name. gorgonzola cheese and Palmero’s and restaurants. he accomplished what he intended housemade Ranch dressing. He secured a space on La Brea with the restaurant. “Our pizza dough is A dish of bite size meatballs and opened a store in the front and “I achieved what I wanted to The restaurant has an extensive made in Rome and arrived bathed in a tomato sauce pasta factory in the back. Cube achieve, so I closed it to create a wine list, many from Italy, includ- with Parmigiano Reggiano shav- Cafe and Marketplace was born, different dining concept that is ing much of the inventory from shipped here. ings on top. Baked pizza dough Cube. The cozy, private room in the It’s made with Italian slices accompanied the meatballs, back is lined floor to ceiling with perfect for dipping into the sauce. wine bottles. It’s an ideal spot for flour, Italian salt and For a vegetable, we ordered the parties and wine tasting dinners. Italian water.” roasted Brussels sprouts with The list is curated by Palermo’s chopped bacon and cippolini cousin and Sommelier Emanuele onions. The crispness and flavors Rizzo. Born in Wisconsin, Rizzo’s All of the dough is fermented for were heightened with every bite. family moved to Rome when he 24 hours in the traditional Roman My father enjoyed them too, and he was 10 years old. He enjoyed com- style. They hand stretch the dough isn’t a big Brussels sprouts fan. ing to America to visit his family and bake the pizzas in an authentic Our last dish ordered was the and friends. A few years ago, Rizzo wood-fired Italian pizza oven. The Mom’s lasagna made with bolog- obtained his sommelier designation pizza comes out with the top bub- nese and béchamel sauces, and in Rome. With his expertise, he bled and slightly charred from the melted mozzarella throughout. It pairs great wines with heavenly intense heat. The rest of the crust is was pure homey, comfort food. pizzas. golden with a slight crunch. Nothing fancy, just delicious. The black truffle pizza with a Rizzo paired my pizza with a Palermo touted his reverse softly fried egg on top is a winner. I glass of Etna Rosso Nanticchia regional wine hour which is becom- remarked that finally someone else, 2007 with a 92 point score that ing popular. It begins nightly from other than a very popular nearby offered a big red color with the 9 p.m. to closing, with Roman- pizzeria, is creating a pizza pie that essence of sweet and spicy. The inspired late night specials that is interesting in textures and flavors. grapes are picked from 100- year- include $6 rotating glasses of red, I asked Rizzo what makes the old vines growing at the foot of an white and sparkling wine. Pair the crust so good. “It’s a labor of love active volcano - Mount Etna. The wine with a bianca and salumi made with ingredients all from wine offered pleasing flavors with a pizza or a baked pasta al forno for Italy,” he said. Rizzo said the secret hint of cola, pink peppercorns and $6. ingredient is the water. “Our pizza crushed berries. “It also has an Pizza Romana offers an authen- dough is made in Rome and essence of saltiness, because the tic buon appetito dining experi- grapes are produced near the sea,” ence. $$ Open daily from 11 a.m. photo by Jill Weinlein shipped here. It’s made with Italian flour, Italian salt and Italian water.” Rizzo said. to 10 p.m. 615 N. La Brea Ave. Sommelier Emanuele Rizzo pairs excellent Italian wine with authentic He said the water in Los Angeles Besides the truffle pizza, we (323)939-1148. Italian cuisine at Pizza Romana. St. Patrick’s Day Fun eggs & ham burger made with a Springtime Happy Easter! beef patty, manchego cheese, pro- sciutto, fried egg, salsa verde, ALL ABOARD onion, tomato and arugula on a FILLMORE & WESTERN! We’ve got all the decorations fresh-out-of-the-oven egg bun. Enjoy the burgers with creamy to make your Easter strawberry buttermilk pie shakes EASTER LUNCH • SUNDAY, MARCH 27 made with house-made buttermilk HOPPY! custard perfectly blended with flaky Noon - 3 pm pie crust crumbles, vanilla ice Scenic Ride through Heritage Valley, We’ve got Bunnies Galore! cream and triple sec marinated plastic eggs • baskets strawberries. Refreshing cocktails Easter Bunny will visit with Treats for all! for March include cilantro jalapeño paper goods • party favors margaritas with jalapeno-infused tequila, muddled fresh jalapeño and balloons • banners • buttons & more! cilantro. The margaritas are shaken MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN! with house-made triple sec, fresh 10% off all merchandise in the store squeezed lime juice and agave nec- MARCH 26! tar. 830 S. Sepulveda Blvd, #116, El with this coupon! discounted merchandise, balloons and balloon delivery excluded Segundo, (310)414-2337; 12746 Jefferson Blvd, #1120, Playa Vista, WEEKEND SCENIC EXCURSIONS (310)410-2337. Saturdays to Santa Paula & Loose Caboose Sunday, April 10 through Hertiage Valley St. Patrick’s Day to Piru & Bennetts Honey Farm 5969 Melrose Ave. at Eveleigh Railfest Coming April 30 & May 1! veleigh is offering four special- (corner of Wilcox) ty cocktails and three whiskey Visit www.fwry.com for tickets & information (323)467-7124 Eflights on Thursday, March 17. Enjoy an Irish Goodbye cocktail made with Jameson Caskmate, Ransom Old Tom gin, mint, lemon and simple and angostura bitters. It
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Tovar and Robertson at 3:10 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 8600 burglary in the 1000 block of block of Santa Monica. At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect Fairfax at 8:45 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 1200 A suspect assaulted a victim in the P OLICE B LOTTER block of Orange Grove. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect 8400 block of W. Third at 4:15 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a 600 block of S. Norton. victim near the corner of Lomita The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood and the areas patrolled At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect and West at 10:40 a.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a burglary in the 6000 by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between March 8 and victim near the corner of Hudson block of Santa Monica. March 13, and were compiled from www.crimemapping.com. To report a At 1:51 p.m., an unknown suspect and Hollywood at 9:45 p.m. crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los Angeles Police Department, burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Wilshire Division (213)473-0489 and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s 100 block of The Grove. At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked near the corner of Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850. burglarized a vehicle parked in the DeLongpre and Ivar at 5:30 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- 8700 block of Dorrington. tim in the 1800 block of N. Western At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect March 8 At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect at 4:05 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 March 12 committed a burglary near the cor- ner of Sycamore and Lexington. At 5 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Formosa. At 5 p.m., a theft was reported in At 12:25 a.m., an unknown sus- committed a petty theft in the 6300 the 100 block of S. Saint Andrews pect robbed a victim near the cor- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of W. Sunset. An unknown suspect committed a Place. petty theft in the 4500 block of W. ner of Manhattan and Council. tim in the 1200 block of S. La Brea at 9:45 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a Pico at 4:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 5600 block of petty theft in the 6300 block of W. At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 6:20 a.m. At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Third at 6 p.m. petty theft in the 6000 block of committed a petty theft in the 100 Hollywood at 1:45 a.m. committed a petty theft near the corner of Sunset and Orange. At 6:30 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. La Cienega. At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 8500 burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 2:15 a.m., a suspect assaulted block of Santa Monica. An unknown suspect burglarized a 1000 block of S. Wooster. a victim during a domestic vio- March 13 vehicle parked near the corner of lence incident in the 9000 block of An unknown suspect committed a Cahuenga and Yucca at 8 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Keith. At 8:45 a.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 1000 block of N. tim in the 1100 block of Seward at assaulted a victim in the 7000 Orlando at 10:30 a.m. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect 8:30 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Franklin. stole a vehicle parked in the 1000 vehicle parked in the 6900 block of At 11:40 a.m., an unknown sus- block of Sierra Bonita. At 8:40 p.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 12:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a pect committed a burglary in the committed a theft near the corner grand theft near the corner of Van 100 block of N. Serrano. An unknown suspect burglarized a of Olympic and Western. At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Ness and Wilton at 3 p.m. vehicle parked in the 7500 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a Hampton at 10 p.m. vehicle parked in the 800 block of Spaulding at 3 p.m. At 10:17 p.m., an unknown sus- pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 5:50 p.m., an unknown suspect near the corner of DeLongpre and Defendant convicted for committed a grand theft in the 600 Sycamore. block of N. La Cienega. March 10 creditA defendant pleaded card guilty March fraudWest Hollywood scheme and Santa Monica. An unknown suspect burglarized a 10 to a federal conspiracy charge Shoshani pleaded guilty before vehicle parked in the 600 block of At 1:57 a.m., an unknown suspect Wilcox at 8 p.m. robbed a victim in the 6100 block stemming from a “synthetic identi- United States District Judge George of Sunset. ty” fraud ring that created bogus H. King, who is scheduled to sen- At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect identities to obtain credit cards. tence the defendant on June 13. As a burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- The defendant, Yair Shoshani, 38, result of the guilty plea, Shoshani, 6500 block of Colgate. cle parked in the 600 block of N. pleaded guilty to one count of con- who has been in custody since June Oxford at 3 a.m. spiracy to commit bank fraud. In a 2014, faces a statutory maximum An unknown suspect committed a plea agreement filed in federal court, sentence of five years in federal petty theft in the 1200 block of At 3:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Shoshani, who also used the names prison. Bronson at 8:45 p.m. committed a theft in the 5600 “Ben Yahuda” and “Ben Cohen,” “Synthetic identity fraud causes block of W. Sunset. At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect agreed to forfeit five properties and significant loss to our nation’s finan- burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a nearly $4.5 million in cash, includ- cial institutions, as this case illus- 6600 block of Drexel. burglary in the 400 block of ing more than $3.2 million from a trates,” said United States Attorney Cloverdale at 8 a.m. Swiss bank account. Eileen M. Decker. “This guilty plea An unknown suspect burglarized a Shoshani admitted that he con- is a testament to law enforcement’s vehicle parked in the 1500 block of At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect spired with others to conduct a ability to look behind numerous false N. Formosa at 10 p.m. committed a burglary in the 400 “bust-out” scheme using “synthetic identities and fictitious businesses to block of Cloverdale. identities” and fictitious merchants hold the perpetrators accountable for At 10:20 p.m., an unknown sus- to defraud banks. Shoshani and his their fraud. My office will continue pect burglarized a vehicle parked An unknown suspect burglarized a co-conspirators created fictitious to prosecute those who engage in near the corner of Schrader and vehicle parked in the 900 block of identities, applied for credit with the identity fraud to the fullest extent of Selma. N. West Knoll at 9 a.m. bogus identities and manipulated the the law.” March 9 At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- credit ratings by adding them as The investigation into Shoshani pect committed a petty theft in the authorized users to credit card was conducted by the Los Angeles At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- 7800 block of Melrose. accounts belonging to real people Field Office of the Federal Bureau of pect stole a bicycle in the 1600 who had high credit scores. With Investigation, the Los Angeles Police block of N. El Centro. An unknown suspect committed a credit ratings established for the syn- Department and the Los Angeles grand theft in the 300 block of S. thetic identities, Shoshani and the County Sheriff’s Department. An unknown suspect committed a Doheny at 12:45 p.m. others set up fake businesses to Shoshani’s conviction is the most burglary in the 600 block of N. process credit card transactions recent in a series of identity crime Vista at 12:01 a.m. At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect made in the names of the synthetic prosecutions brought by the U.S. committed a grand theft in the identities. Payment was never made Attorney’s Office. Recent cases At 1 a.m., a petty theft was report- 7300 block of Hawthorn. ed in the 6700 block of Hollywood. for the transactions. include defendant Robert Lett, 48, An unknown suspect committed a Banks that were victimized by the and Latanya Lett, 44, of Los An unknown suspect assaulted a petty theft in the 3800 block of scheme include JPMorgan Chase Angeles, who pleaded guilty in victim in the 6200 block of Wilshire at 6:02 p.m. Bank, Bank of America, Citibank January to conspiracy to commit Hollywood at 2 a.m. and Wells Fargo Bank. Proceeds mail fraud after defrauding the At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect from the scheme were used to pur- Employment Development Depart- At 2:30 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the chase five properties in Los Angeles, ment of nearly $1 million. committed a petty theft in the 400 300 block of S. Hobart. block of S. Western. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a theft in the 5100 block of Wilshire theft in the 5400 block of Wilshire at 7 p.m. at 3 a.m. Suspect sentenced for At 7:45 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10:30 a.m., an unknown sus- committed a petty theft near the pect committed a burglary in the corner of Rimpau and Pico. sexualLos Angeles City battery Attorney Mike ofto twoa criminalminor counts of sexual 1100 block of Sunset Vale. Feuer’s office has secured an 18- battery and false imprisonment. He An unknown suspect burglarized a month jail sentence for a 41-year- was sentenced to 18 months in jail, An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 3800 block of old man who sexually battered a 16- three years of probation and one W. Sixth at 9:30 p.m. vehicle parked in the 8400 block of year-old girl. The defendant, Steven year of counseling. Melrose at 11:30 a.m. Ray Candler, will also be required Last August, Candler, the March 11 At 1:45 p.m., an unknown suspect to register as a sex offender for life. boyfriend of the victim’s older sis- burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- “Children must be protected from ter, allegedly entered the victim’s 800 block of N. Cahuenga. pect burglarized a vehicle parked sexual abuse,” Feuer said. “My bedroom late at night and sexually in the 400 block of S. Kingsley. office will fight to hold adults assaulted her while she slept. The An unknown suspect assaulted a accountable whenever children are victim walked to a police station victim in the 9000 block of Lloyd at An unknown suspect stole a vehi- victimized.” and was transported to a rape treat- 2 p.m. cle parked near the corner of El Candler, 41, pleaded no contest ment center. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 March 17, 2016
St. Patrick’s Day Fun Shake Shack openedHey its first WeHo, what’s shakin’? California location on Tuesday, From page 13 $5 and draft beers are $1 off. The March 15 in West Hollywood. Lines formed around the block of is served over crushed ice with a bar offers complimentary appetiz- ers plus a drink of the day for $5. the new establishment as patrons fresh mint garnish. The Dublin Fizz waited to try one of Shake Shack’s cocktail is made with Jameson Brent’s also delivers its signature corned beef and full menu of L.A. Exclusive and the Roadside Caskmate, maple syrup, egg whites Double. and stout, while the Battle of the favorites to locations from San Diego to Santa Barbara. 19565 “I’ve been in line since 4 a.m. Boyne cocktail includes Jameson because it’s that good,” said Black, amontillado sherry, lemon, Parthenia St., Northridge, (818)886-5679; 2799 Townsgate Jeremie Amit. “I tried it before and cane sugar and orange essence. The loved it. I’m born and raised in Ploughman is made with Green Road, Westlake Village, (805)557- 1882. L.A. I think In-N-Out is great, but Spot Irish Whiskey, apple gomme, this is better.” forbidden bitters and lemon West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey essence. Whiskey lovers can also Horvath said she is excited to be a enjoy Eveleigh’s plain potato flight Tam O’Shanter’s part of Shake Shack’s first venture which includes Jameson, Jameson in California. photo by Patricia Sanchez Caskmate and Jameson Black; the epic St. Patrick’s “We are absolutely excited to right in the heart of our city and movie nights and all sorts of fun shepherd’s pie flight featuring see Shake Shack come from the we’re here to see them succeed. things that really engage the com- Teeling’s Small Batch, Green Spot Day party East Coast to the best coast right to They’ve come in as a true commu- munity.” and Redbreast 12-year Irish West Hollywood,” Horvath said. nity partner embracing the neigh- Shake Shack is located at 8520 whiskey; and the corned beef and am O’Shanter opens at 11 a.m. “We’re thrilled to have [them] borhood. They’re going to do Santa Monica Blvd. cabbage flight with Teeling’s Single on St. Patrick’s Day, and a spe- Grain, Yellow Spot and Teelings Tcial tent area in the parking lot Single Malt whiskey. 8752 W. opens at 1 p.m. Music begins at 2 Sunset Blvd., (424)239-1630. p.m., and party with green beer, tasty pub food and rocking music GriffithAs winter Observatory ends and spring ushersThe vernal, or inspring, spring equinox is June – days will continue to get well into the night. This year’s line- arrives, Griffith Observatory will the moment when the Sun crosses longer, and the noon elevation of up features Whiskey Sunday, a host two spring equinox public pre- the celestial equator (the projection the sun will increase. Hollywood St. group that combines its shared sentations on Saturday, March 19 at of Earth’s equator into space) from Griffith Observatory is located at roots of Irish folk music with 12:45 p.m. in the Gottlieb Transit south to north. From the vernal 2800 East Observatory Road. Visit Paddy’s Day pub Americana, prairie winds and river- Corridor and at 6:45 p.m. on the equinox and until the start of sum- griffithobservatory.org for more alifornia Nightlife is holding side cabin hymns. Also performing West Terrace. mer – the summer solstice, in late information. the Shamrock & Shenanigans is Slugger O’Toole, an L.A.-based Cparty at Outpost Hollywood on Celtic traditional rock quintet with Thursday, March 17 from 2 p.m. to a passion for the working, fighting 2 a.m. Wear green and check in by and drinking songs of Ireland. Tam 10 p.m. Parking is $2 for the first O’Shanter’s house band two hours at Hollywood & Ploughboys will also perform. Highland. 1624 N. Cahuenga Guests will enjoy Irish-themed Blvd., (323)464-7678 and foods and sweets including corned (323)604-6030. beef and cabbage, sugar shamrock cookies and Bailey’s cupcakes. Chose from an assortment of ales and beers on tap, and a world-class Laugh Factory selection of scotch. Tam O’Shanter elebrate St. Patrick’s Day by is one of the best places in town for laughing along with your green beer. Follow The Tam on Cfavorite comedians at the Laugh Instagram or Facebook and receive Factory’s St. Patrick’s Day show a light-up shamrock necklace. The starting at 8 p.m. The show stars Guinness and Tullamore D.E.W. Kate Quigley, Geoff Keith, Esau girls will also be at the party and McGraw, Ari Shaffir, Jay guests can try their luck in a draw- Hollingsworth and Harland ing for two tickets to an upcoming Williams. Pre-sale general admis- whiskey pairing dinner – a $150 sion tickets are $17; pre-sale priori- value. 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., ty tickets are $27 and include VIP (323)664-0228. admission, early entry with no wait- ing and guaranteed seating. General admission tickets at the door are $20; $30 for priority admission. The Upper West’s Bottle service is available with reserved seating. 8001 Sunset clovers and cocktails Blvd., (323)656-1336 ext. 1, ear green and celebrate St. www.laughfactory.com. Patrick’s Day from 5 to 10 Wp.m. at The Upper West with live music, a raffle and silent auction. The Upper West will donate 25 per- St. Patrick’s Day cent of food and beverage proceeds on St. Patrick’s Day to the Breast at Brent’s Deli Cancer Research Foundation. hether you’re a lad, lass, Raffle prizes, silent auction items shiksa or mensch, celebrate and live music will be held through- WSt. Patrick’s Day at Brent’s Deli out the night. 3321 Pico Blvd., with corned beef and cabbage, (310)586-1111. www.give.bcr- shepherd’s pie, matzo balls and fcure.org/fightingforfriends. Guinness. Corned beef and cabbage is a staple in the Irish and Jewish community. On St. Patrick’s Day, Brent’s Deli sells up to 500 orders per restaurant. The deli also offers Casey’s downtown beef stew, cabbage soup and shep- herd’s pie with Brent’s unique L.A. street festival twist. Other items include lightly riginally built in 1916 as a gen- fried golden brown potato latkes eral store and Turkish bath served with sour cream and cherry- Ohouse, Casey’s Irish Pub opened in apple sauce, and corned beef hash 1969 and was acquired by Cedd with poached eggs. Brent’s also Moses’ 213 Hospitality group in offers breakfast entrées, sandwich- 2007. The underground pub, set in es, appetizers, traditional deli one of Central Downtown Los favorites and a bakery. The deli’s Angeles’ only single-story build- bar at the Westlake Village location ings, is hosting its annual street fes- is offering 16-ounce Guinness tival on St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy drafts and green beer for $3 and 23- food, green beer, whiskey, games ounce beers for $5. Other St. and DJs at the bar on Grand Patrick’s Day specials include $5 Avenue. Admission is free before Irish coffees. During happy hour 3:30 p.m.; $10 afterwards. 613 S. from 4 to 6:30 p.m., well drinks are Grand Ave., (213)629-2353. 16 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CITY OF Sing along to WEST HOLLYWOOD classic show PUBLIC NOTICE tunes in NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Historic Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: BeverlyThe public is invited Hills to a free concert and sing-along featuring LOCATIONS:1311-1317 N. HAYWORTH AVENUE, the L.A. Lawyers Philharmonic West Hollywood, California and the Beverly Hills City Council on Thursday, Mar. 24 at REQUEST: Applicant is requesting a cultural 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn resource designation and a Mills Act con- Theater. The concert kicks off Mayor- tract. elect John Mirisch’s “Beverly Hills, Our Home” program, which PERMIT(S): Cultural Resource Designation, Mills Act will include sing-along events Contract, and any other required permits. throughout the year and other group activities suggested by APPLICANT: Robert Chattel; United El Segundo, Inc. community members. “Talent is not required, as I can TIME/PLACE Special Meeting personally attest,” Mirisch said. OF HEARING: Tuesday, March 29, 2016 “But the idea is for the community to be together and enjoy our- at 7:00 p.m. selves. Our sing-along motto is, Plummer Park Community Center, ‘It’s more important to sing out Rooms 5 and 6 than to sing well. Just sing.’” 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard L.A. Lawyers Philharmonic West Hollywood, CA 90046 founder and long-time Beverly Hills resident Gary S. Greene will A photograph in the March 19, 1998 issue of the Park Labrea News ZONE: R4A (Residential, Multi-Family High lead the concert, which will and Beverly Press showed L.A. resident Patrick O’Rourke, wearing a Density) include singer Golda Berkman leprechaun’s hat and dancing a jig to music by The Twilight Lords at the and Tony Award-winning Original Farmers Market’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration. The Farmers Broadway star Michael Maguire. ENVIRONMENTAL Market and restaurants throughout the local area are holding festive St. The audience will sing songs from STATUS: Categorically exempt from CEQA envi- Patrick’s Day celebrations today. For information, see pages 12-15. classic Broadway shows includ- ronmental review requirements pursuant ing “Guys and Dolls,” “South to Sections §15331 (Historical Resource Pacific,” “The Sound of Music,” Restoration/Rehabilitation). by Myles Mellor “My Fair Lady’ and many other Crossword Puzzle productions. The Samuel Goldwyn Theater is The staff report will be available on Thursday, March located at 8949 Wilshire Blvd. in Beverly Hills. For information, visit 24, 2016, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, www.BHSingAlong.Eventbrite.com. the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org
IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else LACO explores raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Historic Preservation Commission, via the genesis of Community Development Department at, or prior to, the baroque music Public Hearing. The Los Angeles Chamber To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of Orchestra (LACO) presents the 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be avail- third installment of its “Baroque able for checkout at the meeting. If you require special Conversations” series on Thursday, March 24 at 7 p.m. at Zipper assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer Concert Hall in downtown Los for the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your Angeles. request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) LACO principal oboe Allan 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The Across 5. Lettuce Vogel (pictured), who is retiring at City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848- 1. Batiking need 6. Sap sucker 4. Carangid fish 7. “___ Duck” (1976 hit) season’s end after 44 years with the 6496. 8. German cathedral city 8. In the Red? orchestra, will perform Bach’s 14. Marker 9. High points beloved “Brandenburg Concerto Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- 15. Kachina doll makers 10. Education acronym No. 2 in F major.” Vogel will be 16. Swimming briefs 11. Common contraction portation) may be provided upon written request to the 17. Old ___ 12. Old name for Tokyo joined by principal trumpet David 20. Old-fashioned music hall 13. Yuletide beverage Washburn, LACO concertmaster Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the 21. Mountaineer’s tool 18. Casualty Margaret Batjer and principal flute meeting. For information on public transportation, call 22. Sloughs 19. Soothing brew 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to 23. Pervasive quality 23. Lots David Shostac, who is also retiring 24. Actress Samantha 25. City in western Libya at season’s end after 41 years with www.metro.net 29. San Joaquin Valley city 26. ___ cheque LACO. The evening also includes 31. Code of the samurai 27. Rodin sculpture at the Met Bach’s “Concerto in C minor for 33. Simpletons 28. Bench wear ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend 36. Kuwaiti, e.g. 30. Not a thing Violin and Oboe” and two chamber said Public Hearing to express their opinion in this mat- 37. Phrase from Shakespeare’s “ 32. Depletes works by Telemann. ter. Julius Caesar” 34. Inattentive one The five-concert “Baroque 42. Study, say 35. Mythical beast Conversations” series provides 43. Protect, in a way 37. Mideast hot spot For further information contact Hannah Fong, Current 44. ___ the Wise (king of Castile) 38. Medicinal balsam insight into the genesis of orchestral 46. Clear 39. Crash site? repertoire from early Baroque & Historic Preservation Planning Intern, in the 51. Palpitate 40. Frenziedly schools through the pre-classical Community Development Department at (323) 848- 52. Way off the highway 41. Boy toy? 55. Bickerer in the “Iliad” 45. State-of-the-art period. Vogel introduces the music 6475; or via email at: [email protected] 56. Pipsqueak 47. Literally, “king” and engages the audience in a post- 58. ___ bar 48. Conical tents concert question and answer ses- Yvonne Quarker 59. “The Twelve Days of Christmas” 49. ___ bellowsfish sion. gift 50. Relegate City Clerk 64. Kidnap victim 53. Concerning Additional performances in the 65. Kashmir clan 54. Flying mimic? series will be held Thursday, April 66. Mania starter 57. New newts 21 at 7 p.m. at Zipper Hall; and 67. Social insects 58. Compared to Saturday, May 21 at 8 p.m. at 68. Flimsy 59. Café alternative Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- 69. One in 100: abbr. 60. Bottom line? USC’s Bovard Auditorium. 61. Hit head-on Tickets start at $65. The Zipper екта. Для дополнительной информации Down 62. “___ pales in Heaven the morn Concert Hall is located at the 1. Become extinct ing star”: Lowell на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. 2. Over there 63. Special effects maker: (abbr.) Colburn School, 200 S. Grand Ave. 3. Columnist Robinson For information, call (213)622- 4. Kicker’s target See Answers page 22 7001, or visit www.laco.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 March 17, 2016
It’s the end of the world in New Urbanism Film Festival ‘10 Cloverfield Lane’ – maybe seeks entries “Cloverfield” was a vertigo- The New Urbanism Film Festival, inducing thriller that rethought the a four-day event in October, is taking possibilities of the kaiju film genre. On Screen submissions for its film festival now The most recent remake of WITH through July 31. “Godzilla” took several cues from Individuals can submit short it, and other films followed suit. As TIM POSADA films, mini-documentaries and fea- a found-footage film, it never quite tures to be considered for screening. revealed the monster plaguing New Films will be seen by architects, York, and it ends with more ques- did engulf a nearby city. Details are designers, filmmakers, bureaucrats, tions than answers. sparse. artists and people who have an So if you expect “10 Cloverfield Michelle’s doubts remain until a interest in making cities better. Lane” to finally provide the exposi- neighbor attempts to get in the com- Any film that deals with the evo- tion missing in the first installment, pound. Face visually infected, she’s photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures lution of towns and cities to cleaner, keep waiting. This is a sequel that dying from something in the air. Michelle, played by Mary Elizabeth Winstead, is kidnapped by Howard greener, healthier and happier com- challenges the entire premise of a Maybe Howard is right. But (John Goodman) in “10 Cloverfield Lane,” a new thriller from producer munities is accepted. Fictional films sequel. The film’s association with answers don’t come easily for any- J.J. Abrams. that deal with growing interest in “Cloverfield” is spoiler enough, but one living underground under the city life are also accepted. everything after that is entirely new. control of a paranoid ex-military par with Kathy Bates in “Misery.” But they all have the support of Bicycling, public transit, commu- Welcome to “10 Cloverfield Lane,” depressant. Seriously, John Goodman has never the original writer Drew Goddard nity gardens, equity, equality, densi- a cinematic locale meant to agitate been this good. He’s normally and director Matt Reeves, both ty, quality of life and neighborhood and remind us all that films – Goodman’s funny and delightful. He’s rarely back as executive producers. And empowerment are just some of the sequels, remakes or anything else – terrifying and intriguing. This is behind them all, producer and Jedi subjects that fit into the festival’s are not slaves to expectation. performance is awards-season good, but films like Master J.J. Abrams, who once theme. Michelle (Mary Elizabeth on par with this never get love, so let’s bid again kept this project under wraps. For information, visit newurban- Winstead) leaves her husband. Kathy Bates farewell to that pipe dream. The man does not like spoilers, so ismfilmfestival.com/submissions. Why? Who cares. It happens and A film like this is only as good as he controls the flow of information. that’s all we need to know. You in “Misery.” Seriously, its climax, and “10 Cloverfield For “Cloverfield,” nobody knew should probably care more about John Goodman has Lane” might have one of the most anything about it until opening the rumbling that occurs in the satisfying finales in some time. weekend. In the case of “10 midst of her exodus. But in the never been this good. Without spoiling anything, what Cloverfield Lane,” nobody even See 50 years of process of skipping town, she’s run transpires might feel like the intro- knew the project existed until a off the road. She awakens not to the “10 Cloverfield Lane” teases and duction of a completely different Super Bowl teaser. fine art exhibit abrasive fluorescent lights of a hos- undermines the events of film, but that’s the point. A sequel In that way, this is the best kind Jack Rutberg Fine Arts Inc.’s new pital but a dimly lit room, hand- “Cloverfield.” It’s all a fascinating never needs to be just one thing. of gift: the one you never knew you exhibition “Modern and cuffed to a mattress on the floor. mystery that unravels like a Remember when “Psycho” killed needed. Unexpected films normal- Contemporary Works” will run now Her kidnapper Howard (John “Twilight Zone” episode. If only off the lead, replacing her with a ly become sleeper hits, hardly a through April 30. Goodman) tells her the world is Rod Serling was still around to pro- new one? It’s about time more films goal for major studios. That’s fine. The exhibition includes more than over, and the only safe place left is vide the appropriate narration. So took chances like that. (Don’t take “10 Cloverfield Lane” already dou- 70 works spanning a half century in his bunker. He’s a doomsday I’ll do my best. (Light cigarette, that comparison literally.) bled its $13 million production and offers collectors and institutions conspiracy theorist, and his under- lean towards mic) Sometimes we Director Dan Trachtenberg and budget in the opening weekend. an impressive range of large and inti- ground facility is stocked for the don’t need the story we expect. This screenwriters Josh Campbell and Hardly blockbusting numbers, but mate scale works for acquisition. long haul. is the age of satisfaction, so we Matthew Stuecken are relatively enough to help films like this sur- Frank Gehry, Leon Golub, Karel Michelle, of course, refuses to expect, nay demand, films to fall in new to the scene. Oddly enough vive. Appel, Patrick Graham and many believe Howard is anything more line. Thankfully, some filmmakers though, the writer and director of Let’s just hope “Cloverfield 3” more will have their work displayed. than a creep. Things change, are OK giving audiences the bird, “Whiplash” served as a third co- doesn’t take us another seven Jack Rutberg Fine Arts Inc. is though, when fellow bunker mate and require them to be patient. (End writer, which likely explains how years. Knowing J.J. though, we located at 357 N. La Brea Ave. for Emmett (John Gallagher Jr.) con- narration). complex Goodman’s Howard is as won’t have a clue until a month information, visit jackrutbergfin- firms that some type of explosion Goodman’s performance is on a likable, unlikable guy. before it premieres. Such a tease. earts.com.
Open Theatre Raymond Sun. 2-5 Kabbaz presents famous French films For the seventh year, Theatre Raymond Kabbaz (TRK) will pre- sent “A Week of French Language Cinema” in Los Angeles, with free screenings of critically acclaimed Francophonic films, March 19-24 at 7:30 p.m. An opening and clos- ing reception will be March 19 and March 24 at 7 p.m. The program includes notable films from Quebec, Belgium, France, Switzerland and Canada. All films include subtitles in English. Films are suitable for audi- ences ages 13 and up unless other- wise noted. “This collection of short films, features, and animation celebrates the richness and talent in the international Francophone film- 6 making community,” said Pierre Leloup, TRK director. “This event is part of the celebration of the global 2016 Celebration of La Francophonie, which is held annu- ally around the world in March to recognize French language cultural diversity and dialogue of culture.” Email [email protected] with your name, number of people attending and the screening(s) you would like to attend. TRK is located at 10361 W. Pico Blvd. For information, visit theatr- eraymondkabbaz.com. 18 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press
Hop aboard a vintage train for a day of family fun Special chocolate bunnies for Easter The Fillmore & Western Railway Paula Depot. Passengers then re- Passengers will enjoy lunch during Looking to put a little bounce in your Easter basket? These special invites passengers on its Heritage board the train for a ride to the a scenic ride through the Heritage treats will have you believing in the Easter Bunny again! Valley Tour train on Saturday, Loose Caboose Garden Center and Valley, as well as a visit with the John Kelly Chocolates feature a variety of gourmet collections includ- March 16 departing at noon. The Gift Emporium. Adult tickets are Easter Bunny. Adult tickets are $50; ing their famous Handcrafted Truffle Fudge and Signature Butterfly Gift train ride includes lunch and takes $55; $38 for youth 6-12. $29 for youth 4-12 and $25 for chil- Boxes that are perfect for Spring. Developed with attention to detail, passengers to Santa Paula, where Passengers can also hop aboard dren 2-3. beautifully packaged and carefully hand-crafted to provide the highest they can tour the California Oil the Fillmore & Western Railway’s The Heritage Valley Tour and quality and most delicious taste, John Kelly Chocolates has a treat sure Museum, the Ventura County Easter Lunch train on Sunday Easter Lunch trains depart from to satisfy every sweet tooth. Agricultural Museum and the Santa March 27, departing at noon. 364 Main St., Fillmore. The Truffle Fudge makes a lovely gift—featuring a silky chocolate The Fillmore & Western Railway center with the consistency of ganache, as well as a chocolate coating. It is also gearing up for Railfest 2016 is similar to a truffle but it’s actually a propri- on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, etary recipe for fudge. May 1 in Fillmore’s Central Park. Made with a masterful The festival is held in conjunction blend of ingredients, with the Santa Clara River Valley and available in a vari- Railroad Historical Society and ety of delectable fla- includes family activities, arts and vors as well as bites, crafts booths, antique train and farm bars, gift boxes and equipment displays, and frontier towers, Truffle Fudge gunfighter shows. Rides aboard a delights the most sophisticated palate vintage steam train will also be with superb ingredients, exquisite flavor and its unique silky-smooth tex- offered at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. ture. both days. A special ride to Santa The Signature Butterfly Gift Box and four piece Chocolate Butterfly Paula aboard a diesel-powered train Sets make wonderful gifts for Mother’s Day or Easter as well as a perfect will be held on April 30 at 11:30 treat during springtime. Coming in both dark and milk chocolate vari- a.m., and a special sunset dinner eties, these delightful chocolates are molded in chocolate and filled with train departs on April 30 at 4:30 p.m. a mixture of roasted crushed almonds, sea salt and buttery caramel. For information, call (805)524- John Kelly Chocolates is located at 1508 N. Sierra Bonita. Visit photo by Ken J. Johnson 2546, or visit www.fwry.com. www.JohnKellyChocolates.com.
LAMOTHThe Righteous Conversationsproject recognizedamong hundreds of finalistsamong and www.slingshotfund.org. nation’s best Project at the Los Angeles Museum reviewed by 93 professionals with The Righteous Conversations of the Holocaust (LAMOTH) was expertise in grant-making and Project at LAMOTH facilitates dia- named one of North America’s top Jewish communal life. The logue, social action and collabora- 50 innovative Jewish organizations Righteous Conversations Project is tive creative work connecting stu- in the 11th annual Slingshot Guide, the only one of the 50 selected orga- dents with Holocaust Survivors. In a go-to resource for inspiring and nizations focused on Holocaust workshops and engagements devel- innovative projects. commemoration and education oped in collaboration with schools Through the Righteous work. It is also one of 16 organiza- and community organizations, the Conversations Project, students tions with women executive direc- Righteous Conversations Project engage in dialogue with Holocaust tors and board chairs. The Slingshot provides students with opportunities survivors, and steward Holocaust Guide calls Righteous to carry on the work of Holocaust remembrance through film, multi- Conversations’ work “essential to Remembrance and to speak up media, music, and the arts. A Public the future generations of Jews and about injustice in the world around Service Announcement gallery can all people.” them through film and new media. be viewed at righteousconversa- The Slingshot Guide, published LAMOTH is located at 100 S. tions.org. annually, is available in hard copy The Grove Drive. For information, photo courtesy of LAMOTH The project was selected from and as a free download at visit lamoth.org. Students and holocaust survivors work together to create PSAs. Celebrating 70 years of Our People, Our Places 70
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‘Chicago’Producers Barry puts and Frananother hit on the Pantages Theatre Weissler and the Nederlander Organization have announced that NFL Legend and Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George (pictured) will play Billy Flynn in a produc- tion of “Chicago” running Tuesday, April 26 through May 1 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. George joins Grammy Award-Winner Brandy Norwood, who will appear as “Roxie Hart.” Tickets are available for the pro- duction, which is set amid the raz- zle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s. “Chicago” is the story of Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer photo courtesy of Bhindi Jewelers photo © 2015 Jeremy Daniel who murders her lover after he threatens to walk out on her. lawyer to transform the crime into and 1 and 6:30 p.m., Sunday. The Desperate to avoid conviction, she sensational headlines. Hollywood Pantages Theatre is dupes the public, media and her Tickets start at $29. Showtimes located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. rival cell mate, Velma Kelly, by are 8 p.m., Tuesday through For information, visit Bhindi Jewelers opens hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal Friday; 2 and 8 p.m., Saturday; www.HollywoodPantages.com. dazzlingBhindi Jewelers recently new hosted ashowroom four-day grand re-opening celebration at its flagship showroom in Artesia, following a year of renovations. Bhindi offers an expanded collection of diamond and gold jewelry, as well as lux- nBe a part of ‘WeHo Arts: The Plan’ ury timepieces. City seeks artist(s) to join committee Sat Garg, founder and creative director for Santa Monica-based Akar Studios, designed the new showroom. The first floor features diamond jew- West Hollywood and its Arts and elry and luxury timepieces including boutiques for Rolex, Cartier, Panerai, Cultural Affairs Commission are IWC, Hublot and Tag Heuer, and special display cases for Nomos, Tudor looking to the future with the launch and Chanel. Bhindi Jewelers features more than 400 Rolex timepieces and of “WeHo Arts: The Plan,” a new two private viewing rooms exclusively for Rolex customers. community-focused cultural plan- The showroom also boasts a room for Bhindi’s signature bridal jewelry ning process. collection and hundreds of engagement rings. The jeweler caries .5-carat to “WeHo Arts: The Plan” cele- 5-carat GIA certified diamonds. brates the city’s distinctive cultural The showroom’s second floor includes Bhindi’s 22-karat gold and identity, commemorates its achieve- antique collection. The renovation enabled the jeweler to expand its selec- ments in the arts to date, articulates tion by 150 percent. Two VIP viewing rooms were created for gold clients. a shared vision for the future and Customers can enjoy a private customized shopping experience. The secures the artistic, cultural and cre- showroom is part of the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest ative legacy of West Hollywood. standards of excellence. The city is issuing a Request for Bhindi Jewelers is located at 18508 Pioneer Blvd. For information, call Qualifications (RFQ) to identify a (562)402-8755, or visit www.bhindi.com. social practice artist or artist team to join the planning committee. The selected artist or team will help con- photo by Tony Coehlo ceive and implement opportunities The photo is from “100 Walkers, West Hollywood” a time-based, unscripted ‘Driving Sunset’ combines paint and fabric for the public to participate in performance piece by artist Richard Kraft, commissioned by the City of Edward Cella Art and De Luca is a Los Angeles-based “WeHo Arts: The Plan” in diverse West Hollywood and its Arts & Cultural Affairs Commission. Architecture will host “Driving artist who received a Master of Fine meaningful ways. Sunset,” a solo exhibition of new Arts degree from the California For purposes of the RFQ, social excited to approach the community ommend candidates to the Arts and works by Los Angeles-based painter Institute of the Arts and a Bachelor practice is defined as an “art medi- engagement component of its plan Cultural Affairs Commission based Mara De Luca now through April 16. of Arts from Columbia University. um that focuses on social engage- in a creative and, perhaps, uncon- upon strict criteria. “Driving Sunset” was inspired by She has had solo and group exhibi- ment, inviting collaboration with ventional way bringing on an artist The social practice artist will par- the stark contrasts found in Los tions across Southern California. individuals, communities and insti- to be an active contributor to the ticipate in the Cultural Planning Angeles, a place where natural Edward Cella Art and tutions in the creation of participato- planning team. The Commission Process for seven months starting in landscapes coexist alongside man- Architecture is located at 2754 S. ry art.” views the inclusion of an artist as an June. made structures. La Cienega Blvd. For information, “The city of West Hollywood has extension of its mission to promote West Hollywood will provide a The exhibition’s title is a refer- visit edwardcella.com. made a strong commitment to and nurture the arts and cultural life stipend of $2,000 per month for the ence to Joan Didion’s novel “Play it engaging the community in its vari- of the City of West Hollywood.” artist/artist group. The application as it Lays.” De Luca strives to cap- ous planning activities,” said Candidates must reside in Los deadline is April 4. The selected ture the essence of Didion’s novel Andrew Campbell, West Angeles County, have proven expe- artist/artist group will be notified on by combining the technique of late Hollywood Arts administrator. rience in social practice and be able May 2, and the term of the position modernist painting with fashion “With the launch of the cultural to provide unique examples of prior begins June 1. advertising. planning process, the Arts and project documentation. For information, visit Her works begin with an Cultural Affairs Commission is The selection committee will rec- bit.do/WEHOSocialPracticeRFQ. unprimed canvas that is saturated with multiple layers of thin acrylic paint and fabric overlays. “Indio” is a piece by Mara De Luca MasterThe Hollywood Chorale Master Choralehighlightswritten when work Schubert of was Schubert 18, and a conductor in March Christian Campos. commissioned by Salomon Sulzer, a gravitas of a large-scale will present “Masterworks In March” cantata titled “Mirjams Originally scored for choir, composer whose melody for the cen- Baroque/Classical oratorio, with on Sunday, March 20 at 7 p.m. at the Siegesgesang” (D. 942), composed soloists, strings and organ, “Mass in tral prayer in the Hebrew Liturgy is large solo sections, call and response, Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church during Schubert’s final year of life. G” is one of Schubert’s best-known still used by synagogues worldwide. deliberate text-painting, and a fugue.” with music from composer Franz “Where the ‘Mass’ shows signs of pieces. “‘Mirjams Siegesgesang’ is clearly The Beverly Hills Presbyterian Schubert. genius, the cantata shows his full “The work is straight forward and influenced by Handel and Church is located at 505 N Rodeo Dr. The program will center around maturation and the breadth of his charming,” Campos said. Beethoven,” Campos said. “The For information, visit hollywoodmas- two works, “Mass in G” (D.167), compositional prowess,” said guest “Mirjams Siegesgesang” was work carries with it the weight and terchorale.org. 20 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press
KCCLA program explores LACMAThe Los Angeles presents County Mapplethorpe retrospective Museum of Art (LACMA) presents “Robert Mapplethorpe: The Perfect history of gayageum Medium,” a retrospective examin- ing the visual artists’ work running Sunday, March 20 through July 31. LACMA’s exhibit focuses on Mapplethorpe’s working methods, sources and creative processes. A concurrent exhibit at the J. Paul Getty Museum runs through July 31 and highlights the artist’s studio practice, figure studies and legacy. More than 300 works by Mapplethorpe will be on display at the two museums, making the exhibit one of the largest presenta- tions of his work to date. The objects are drawn almost entirely from the landmark joint acquisition of art and archival materials in 2011 from The Robert Mapplethorpe photo courtesy of KCCLA Foundation. The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) presents “Cho The works on display at LACMA Eunjung’s Gayageum Story” on Friday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. The provide an understanding of the Gayageum is a traditional Korean zither-like string instrument with genres Mapplethorpe pursued, including portraiture, nudes and still 12 strings. It is one of the most popular Korean instruments and is photo courtesy of LACMA, © Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation typically played solo or with an ensemble. “Cho Eunjung’s life photographs. His personal con- nections, his ability to manage a An iconic self-portrait of Robert Mapplethorpe is included in the retro- Gayageum Story” will explore the Gayageum’s history through successful studio and his ambition spective of the artist’s work at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. advanced techniques, strings and playing styles. KCCLA is located to elevate photography to contem- at 5505 Wilshire Blvd. For information, call (323)936-7141, or visit porary art will be demonstrated large-scale joint exhibition to Los Works in the third gallery reveal his www.kccla.org. through rarely seen correspon- Angeles and the world.” observational acuity and his ability dence, books and other works. The LACMA presentation is to be in the moment. The fourth “Four years ago, LACMA and organized in five thematic sections. gallery focuses on Mapplethorpe’s the Getty came together to jointly The first gallery establishes engagement with the leather and acquire the art and archives of Mapplethorpe in 1970s and 1980s bondage community, while the fifth Women in theater honored at Robert Mapplethorpe,” said urban gay culture, depicting himself gallery presents his work from the Michael Govan, LACMA CEO and and his models openly declaring mid-1980s, when Mapplethorpe Wallis Annenberg Director. “It has their sexuality through clothing, was running a successful studio and annualThe Los Angeles gala Women’s andAward. festival Writer, director and produc- been an exciting collaboration ever body adornment and gesture. The producing commissioned portraits. Theatre Festival will honor six er Marja-Lewis Ryan will receive since, as our researchers, conserva- second gallery highlights the work LACMA is located at 5905 women for their exceptional careers the Maverick Award, and theatre tors and curators have all spent time Mapplethorpe created in the late Wilshire Blvd. For information, call and achievements during the artist Elizabeth Pena will be given with this trove of Mapplethorpe’s 1960s and early 1970s before he (323)857-6000, or visit Opening Night Champagne Gala the Infinity Award. art. Now, we are glad to present this took up photography in earnest. www.lacma.org. and Awards Ceremony on March The Los Angeles Women’s 24 at 7 p.m. at the Electric Lodge in Theatre Festival runs from Friday, Venice. March 25 through Sunday, March The honorees include choreogra- 27 at the Electric Lodge, located at ‘Hit the Wall’ sweeps Drama Critics Circle Awards pher Ana Maria Alvarez and Dr. 1416 Electric Ave. The Festival is a The Los Angeles LGBT York City’s underground gay ple because of LGBT pioneers in Chantal Rodriguez, who will nonprofit organization supported by Center’s production of Ike Holter’s nightspot The Stonewall Inn dur- New York City who stood their receive the Rainbow Award; Sandra the city of West Hollywood, Los play “Hit the Wall” swept the Los ing the summer of 1969, when a ground and fought back against Evers-Manly, former president of Angeles County Arts Commission Angeles Drama Critics Circle routine police raid erupted into a authority to gain visibility and the Beverly Hills Hollywood and the Los Angeles Department of Awards Monday and won the top riot and ignited the modern LGBT equal rights. We owe our lives to NAACP, who will receive the Cultural Affairs. Tickets to the gala prize of Outstanding Production. rights movement. them.” Integrity Award; and Broadway are $50. For information, call The play ran from October “As I heard Ike Holter’s capti- Produced in partnership with actress, singer and author Eloise (818)760-0408, or visit through January at the center’s vating script being read, I knew we Sixth Avenue, the production fea- Laws, who will receive the Eternity www.lawtf.org. Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural could do something special with tured a 10-member cast, live three- Arts Center. It also won wards for this beautiful play, and I was con- piece rock band, and original Outstanding Ensemble Perfor- vinced that no other theater in Los music by Anna Waronker and mance, Outstanding Lead Angeles could do it justice than at Charlotte Caffey. Performance (Matthew Hancock), the Los Angeles LGBT Center,” The center’s Davidson/Valentini Young Musicians Foundation Outstanding Featured Performance said cultural arts director Jon Theatre was redesigned to make (Charlotte Gulezian), Outstanding Imparato. “This production chroni- the production as immersive as appoints new leadership Direction (Ken Sawyer) and cles the birth of the modern LGBT possible, bringing audiences The Young Musicians Foun- experiences for youth,” Zooi said. Outstanding Lighting Design rights movement. The center is the directly into the story. dation (YMF) has announced For information, visit (Matt Richter). world’s largest provider of pro- For more information, visit Walter Zooi as its new executive www.ymf.org. “Hit the Wall” was set at New grams and services for LGBT peo- www.lalgbtcenter.org. director. The announcement was made at the annual YMF Gala Performance at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 8. “After interviewing a remarkable group of talented candidates, we are pleased to have chosen Walter Zooi,” said Margot Smith Thomas, chair of the YMF Board of Directors. “We are grateful for Julia Gaskill’s leadership over the past five years and we are looking for- ward to working with Walter as we expand our impact and reach.” Zooi is the founder and executive director of South Pasadena Music Center and Conservatory and founder and former artistic director of the South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival. Prior to founding the conservatory, he served as director of communications at the USC Thornton School of Music and California Institute of the Arts. “I’m honored to have been cho- sen to lead an institution with such a long and revered history of pro- viding exceptional classical music Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 March 17, 2016
Executive of the Year. become one of only 12 horses to Council names top 2015 sports moments A special Lifetime Achievement win racing’s Triple Crown and the The Special Olympics World ESPN television audience. Award was given to Los Angeles first since 1978. Games, held in Los Angeles last The LA Sports Awards are pro- Dodgers Hall of Fame announcer Los Angeles Dodgers’ starting summer, was named the top sports duced annually by the Los Angeles Vin Scully. pitchers Zack Greinke and Clayton moment of 2015 at the 11th annual Sports Council to celebrate the great- During the festivities, the overall Kershaw came in third. They LA Sports Awards, held last month est moments of the year in the Los Top 10 moments of 2015 were proved to be the most potent pair of at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. Angeles and Orange County area. revealed – selected by a 10-mem- starting pitchers on the same team Returning to the United States At the presentations, Blake ber media panel and the results of in more than 50 years, leading the for the first time since 1999, the Griffin was honored as 2015 online fan voting. majors in earned run average quadrennial World Games was the Sportsman of the Year, and the The horse American Pharoah (Greinke) and strikeouts and largest gathering of nations in Los FIFA World Cup Champion U.S. won the second spot after winning innings pitched (Kershaw) their Angeles history: 6,163 athletes and Women’s National Team was the Triple Crown and Breeders’ combined statistics had not been 2,651 coaches and officials from named Sportswomen of the Year. Cup Classic. The Santa Anita-based seen in a team’s top two starters 164 countries. The Games pro- USC football coach Clay Helton American Pharoah, who trained at since Sandy Koufax and Don duced a memorable array of sports received the Coach of the Year the legendary track under Bob Drysdale in 1964. Greinke and and social action for athletes, award and Special Olympics World Baffert, won the Belmont Stakes Kershaw finished second and third coaches, and spectators in Los Games President and CEO Patrick after winning the Kentucky Derby in the National League Cy Young Angeles as well as a worldwide McClenahan received the Sports and the Preakness Stakes to voting. photo by Gregory Cornfield
venues was shocking,” said Michael Weinstein, president of AHF and founding member of the HistoricFrom Palladium page nomination 1 advances Coalition to Preserve L.A., a bal- lot initiative campaign seeking a jobs. Construction will generate are appropriate and necessary to moratorium on “mega” develop- approximately $25 million in tax bring the entire project into one ment throughout Los Angeles. revenues, with more than $10 mil- consistent zone, and that the Last summer, AHF filed a HCM lion in annual tax revenues once it approval does not violate the city nomination for the music venue as opens. charter. well, months before O’Farrell The Palladium will remain open “The city is acting within its submitted his nomination in and operational while construction rights,” she said. “The develop- November. is completed around it. ment would permit the surface Citing “denial of due process of AHF, whose world headquarters parking lot to continue the evolu- law,” AHF requested the hearing are located next to the Palladium tion of Hollywood.” on Tuesday be delayed until after in Hollywood appealed the Chris Robertson, planning their nomination can be acted on. Planning Commission’s approval director for Councilman Mitch AHF believes the council “delib- of General Plan amendments and O’Farrell, 13th District, said the erately” delayed a hearing on their zone and height changes that are councilman supports the project as nomination until after the council rendering courtesy of Palladium Residences required for the project. The group well. acts on the proposed project. claimed that approving General The PLUM Committee also rec- “We firmly believe a denial of “We don’t have the guarantees Nation which will continue to Plan amendments on a case-by- ommended the full council AHF’s hearing on its nomination we need,” said AHF appellant operate the venue. case basis violates the City approve O’Farrell’s motion to prior to a city council vote would Miki Jackson. The firm said they look forward Charter. begin the process to designate the deny AHF its civil rights,” “This project is about the to working with the city on the “[The project] will have signifi- Palladium as a historic-cultural Weinstein said. preservation of the Palladium and final details of the Preservation cant negative impacts on AHF … monument (HCM). AHF said the Planning the creation of housing in Los and Enhancement Plan. and the greater Hollywood and The Palladium is not currently Commission should have con- Angeles,” said Bruce Menin, prin- The Hollywood Chamber of Los Angeles communities,” listed on the National Register, ducted the initial hearing on cipal at Crescent Heights. “This Commerce, Hollywood Studio AHF’s representative, Daniel California Register or designated whether or not to take up the nom- whole request is about preserving District Neighborhood Council Wright, said in a letter sent to the as a Los Angeles HCM. ination in December. Staff felt it the Palladium where it is.” and the Central Hollywood PLUM committee this week. In exchange for the entitle- was important to consider both Crescent Heights agreed not to Neighborhood Council support Planning commissioners in ments, valued by AHF at $50 mil- nominations together to reconcile demolish the venue. the project. The design was deter- December commended the “beau- lion, Crescent Heights will not any differences, and then present The developers stated as early mined by the city’s Office of tiful” project and said it will be a apply for construction permits one nomination initiated by two as 2013 that the project would Historic Resources and Historic great investment in the communi- until after the existing music parties. He added that the delay in protect and enhance the Resources Group to be compatible ty. venue is nominated for HCM sta- the nomination process will in no Palladium. Ibarra said the with the Palladium. AHF also claimed that the com- tus. The firm also will provide a way alter the full review of the Palladium structure has always “This is the type of project that munity redevelopment agency Palladium Preservation and Palladium Residences. A single been described in the project’s we need,” said Hollywood was excluded from the planning Enhancement Plan and a historic nomination will be considered on analysis as being preserved and Chamber of Commerce president process. But Luciralia Ibarra, exhibit on site, details of which May 19. maintained. and CEO, Leron Gubler. “This is senior city planner, said that is will be determined later. AHF AHF raised concerns that “The Palladium is under no where density should occur.” false, and said the fact the agency believes that is not enough. Crescent Heights is not required to threat of demolition,” said Jamarah Harris, spokeswoman did not submit objections is “That city officials would make preserve the Palladium music Heather Crossner, representative for the project, said developers indicative of approval. She added such a poor bargain in relation to venue, just required to wait for the for Crescent Heights. hope to begin construction in early that the General Plan amendments one of Hollywood’s most iconic nomination of HCM status. The Palladium is leased to Live 2017.
communities to ensure the public is Angeles City Clerk. Signature gath- motions on the November ballot. It a part of the process. Initiative sup- ering will begin in the spring. would require affordable units be porters also simplified the measure Stewart said CPLA was well into included with residential projects GroupFrom initiative topage ensure 3 public has say by shortening it from 25 pages to the signature gathering process to that require zone changes and eight. get the NII on the November ballot, General Plan amendments. If but added that the organization does approved, the initiative would also point of the campaigns. CPLA also announced changes “City hall’s approval system for big development projects is hope- not release the number of signa- ensure that construction jobs go to “Six council members running to the updated initiative on lessly broken,” Stewart said. “The tures it acquired. residents through a local hire provi- for reelection in March already say Tuesday. If approved, the initiative city’s Wild West approach is to Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th sion. they oppose the Neighborhood would exempt 100-percent afford- ignore an area’s crumbling infra- District, and Leron Gubler, CEO and “I’m sure the leaders of the Integrity Initiative,” said Jack able housing projects from the two- structure, its gridlocked traffic or its president of the Hollywood Chamber Neighborhood Integrity Initiative Humphreville, who is a CPLA sup- year moratorium, allowing the pro- special character to please profit- of Commerce have said they oppose have their reasons for switching, porter, member of the Greater jects to proceed even if they need hungry developers. No modern city the initiative. Stewart said CPLA is but our focus is to address Los Wilshire Neighborhood Council height district or zone changes. It should be ‘planned’ this way. We not working with any of the Los Angeles’ affordable housing and and a columnist for CityWatch. would also require city hall to hold intend to fix this.” Angeles City Council members. job-life crisis through Build Better “We’ll see if that’ll be their final public reviews and updates of the To begin the new signature-gath- A coalition of labor unions and LA,” said Rusty Hicks, secretary- answer when voters start demand- General Plan and the 35 ering process, copies of the housing advocates launched the treasurer of the L.A. County ing to know why they’re so out-of- Community Plans at night and on Neighborhood Integrity Initiative Build Better Los Angeles initiative Federation of Labor and convener touch with their communities.” weekends and within the affected were filed Monday with the Los last month and it will be one of the of Build Better LA.
rather than later,” Johnson said. Costs to repair sewer damage completed before the plan is two trees. “The city seemed agreeable to caused by tree roots also fall under approved. “There’s not enough space for 18 move [construction] along quickly the property owner’s responsibility. Johnson said regardless, she trees on the sidewalk, so we will TreesFrom page 3 though.” At a joint committee meeting on plans to pursue reimbursement plant 13 and give the city five According to the the Los Angeles Monday, Los Angeles city council from the city. [trees],” Johnson said. soon after, Hancock Park Terrace obtained a permit to move forward Urban Forestry Division (LAUFD), members gave initial approval for a After getting approval from Paying to have the trees planted with tree removal and sidewalk sidewalk repairs are the responsi- plan to repair all the disrepaired LAUFD to remove the trees, will cost approximately $65 per construction. bility of the property owner under sidewalks in the city. Johnson said the sidewalk repairs tree, she said, and under the permit “Placing asphalt on the sidewalk the Los Angeles Municipal Code. The full city council will consid- are nearly complete, but for every with LADPW, the complex also has didn’t help much. We’re paying for Tree removals require a permit and er the plan this month. However, tree removed, Hancock Park to water and maintain the trees for a it because it needs to be done now are at the expense of the owner. the city will not pay for repairs Terrace has to plant an additional minimum of three years. 22 March 17, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press
app puts that power in your WorkSource Center, a city-run Play. When users register for Garcetti launches JobsLA mobile app hands. The app filters job listings employment hub where job seek- JobsLA, they gain access to a from 20,000 websites, gets updat- ers can meet one-on-one wider range of features, including Mayor Eric Garcetti last week Northeast Valley Worksource unveiled a new JobsLA mobile Center, where community mem- ed daily, and is completely ad- with trained staff to search for a resume builder and online app that allows job seekers to bers spoke to representatives from free.” jobs, write resumes, sharpen inter- job applications. use smartphones to search nearly companies including Uber, JobsLA app users can browse viewing skills and consider new Employers also can use the app 50,000 employment listings in the Lyft, Instacart and AirBnB. help-wanted listings in their area career possibilities. to browse a large pool of qualified city of Los Angeles, and up to “Finding a great job in the 21st which includes opportunities at JobsLA is available for both job candidates and to gain access 150,000 countywide. century means searching whenev- FedEx and UPS to jobs at law and iOS and Android devices, and can to real-time market information The mayor made his announce- er you want, wherever you are,” accounting firms. Users can also be downloaded for free from the on prevailing wage and skill-set ment during remarks at the Garcetti said. “The new JobsLA access opportunities at the nearest iTunes App Store and Google supply and demand.
forest, including tree retention stan- applicable to nonprofit and commu- property. dards, tree removal criteria and nity service organizations that own “This creates a disadvantage to replacement standards. property adjacent to damaged side- many more businesses than resi- SidewalkFrom Sidewalks page cost 1 to return to public Councilman David Ryu said the walks. dents,” his letter read. 4th District is a victim of the broken The joint committees also The chamber also suggested that sidewalk epidemic in the city and approved a motion by Ryu to direct the warranty be applied equally to eventually receive a no-cost repair tage of available federal funding. he thinks the plan will be a long- the city to examine alternative residents and commercial proper- from the city with a warranty peri- After a reduction in federal funds, term solution. products that the city can use for ties. od of 20 years for residential prop- the program was ended. From 1978 “I’m very pleased with what we repairs that would be cheaper and The program is a result of the erties and five years for commercial to 2000 the city did not have a full- came up with,” he said. greener than concrete. For example, class action settlement that the city properties. If a sidewalk breaks dur- scale permanent sidewalk repair Ryu said he and his staff have Santa Monica implemented a pro- council recently entered into with ing the warranty period the city will program. The city’s 2000 budget been meeting with homeowner and gram using material made of recy- members of the disabled communi- perform one fix at no cost. The city provided $9 million to repair 46 neighborhood associations to build cled rubber and plastic from agri- ty. The lawsuit alleged that Los will “phase-in” responsibility for miles of most damaged sidewalks. an assessment and priority list of culture irrigation pipes. Angeles violated the Americans future repairs back to adjacent resi- Funding varied from year to year the areas in most need. He said Approximately 650 tons of waste with Disabilities Act and the dential property owners after the and then ended when the recession many groups in the district have tires are collected annually in Los Rehabilitation Act of 1973 by fail- warranties expire. hit. already catalogued some of the Angeles. ing to maintain sidewalks in a con- California’s 1911 Improvement The proposal will also explore worst spots, and that he will contin- In a letter sent to the council dition that is usable by people who Act places sidewalk repair respon- tree removal mitigation measures to ue to use their help to execute the members on Monday, Gary rely on wheelchairs, scooters and sibility on the property owners. In preserve the urban forest and plan. Toebben, president and CEO of other assistive devices to get 1973, however, Los Angeles took explore the use of alternative mate- Ryu also directed staff to report the Los Angeles Area Chamber of around. responsibility for sidewalk cracks rials for sidewalk construction. City back on the feasibility of instituting Commerce, said the group sup- Residents can report sidewalks in caused by tree roots and provided staff will report back on best prac- a sliding scale of cost sharing for ports efforts to incentivize repairs, need of repairs by calling 311 or free sidewalk repairs to take advan- tices for maintenance of the urban commercial property owners but has concerns about the cap per using the MyLA 311 App.
instead of running a shuttle on Mt. “We have concerns with the more free parking around Griffith Hollywood Drive, RAP will intersections on Fern Dell Drive Park are still in place. research implementing a shuttle and Los Feliz Boulevard that we Ryu said the Griffith Park RAPFrom Griffith board page 1 to mull plan in April stop at the base of Mt. Hollywood have to mitigate first,” Salaices Circulation and Parking Drive. said. “We believe making changes Enhancement plan is just the first “We’ve gone through some pret- to Western Canyon Road is the step in increasing safety and acces- Friends of Griffith Park organized to make sure it isn’t a surprise for ty extensive community research to right decision, it’s just not the right sibility. He said he wants to imple- an online petition to keep Mt. anybody.” really nail this down,” Salaices time.” ment future plans to connect the Hollywood Drive closed. Ward said he was relieved to hear said. “Users of the trail are very RAP also announced it will hold Los Angeles Zoo, Travel Town and Ward said the community has RAP’s decision and many others passionate about keeping it as is, so a trial period for DASH buses start- other attractions in the area. always been opposed to vehicle agreed. we’re looking to use the shuttle sys- ing March 19 that will take patrons The plan will go before the traffic on Mt. Hollywood Drive. “I think it’s major that they tem as a way to promote the trails, from the Metro Red Line Station to Board of Recreation and Parks When it opened to a shuttle system decided to keep Mt. Hollywood as well as [Griffith Observatory].” just below Los Feliz Boulevard at Commission for approval in April. last year for a two-week trial peri- Drive closed,” Ward said. “It’s In addition to keeping Mt. the base of the park. While Ryu said Ryu said it’s imperative to move od, he and other community mem- something the community believes Hollywood Drive closed, changes it’s a start, using DASH alone isn’t forward with the plan to ease the bers fought to have it closed. in, and we’ve worked hard to keep were made to plans for Western enough to ease traffic. current situation. Ryu said he and RAP took public it for pedestrians and bikers only. Canyon Road. Initially, RAP “I fully agree with Recreation “I hope we’ve been as transpar- comments into consideration and We only have a few miles of road in planned to re-stripe the road to and Parks that DASH isn’t enough, ent and highly communicative as revised the plan. all of Los Angeles that’s car-free. make it one-way. Salaices said which is why we’re looking into possible,” Ryu said. “We gave “It was important that we bring It’s important we preserve that for RAP still intends to make the more shuttle systems,” Ryu said. ample time and multiple presenta- this to the community so we can get pedestrians.” changes, but instead of implement- Plans to implement metered tions, so I think we have heard all things moving now,” Ryu said. “I Joe Salaices, RAP superintendent ing them immediately, they will be parking at the parking lot for input. Everyone can agree that the wanted to bring it to the community for the Griffith Park region, said phased in over the next few years. Griffith Observatory and introduce current situation isn’t working.”
ers to address transgender issues. “The city has worked with the transgender community for years L.A.From transgender follows page 1 WeHo’s lead now, but we look forward to work- ing with Mayor Garcetti, council members and all city staff,” community. Gurspan, the first openly transgen- Gonzalez said “I think [the city] “I don’t mean to sound catty, but der person to serve as White House realized there was a need for this it’s about time,” said Drian Juarez, LGBT liaison. Juarez said creating council.” program manager of the a transgender council for Los Members of the Los Angeles Transgender Economic Angeles is not only a positive Transgender Advisory Council Empowerment Project for the Los reflection on the progress made in include Wen, Gonzalez, Karina Angeles LGBT Center. “It’s great the city, but across the United Samala, Diana Feliz Oliva, Jaden to see the city of Los Angeles States. Fields, Jazzmun Crayton, Talia implement a council like this.” “I think Eric Garcetti is a for- Bettcher, Terri Jay and Zoey Luna. In 2009, West Hollywood was ward-moving and thinking mayor,” “We want to make sure we repre- the first city in the United States to Juarez said. “For his office to make sent that voice that’s not often heard establish a transgender advisory this move says a lot about the gov- in city council,” Gonzalez said. board. The board addresses matters ernment and its steps toward accep- “It’s important to see trans people relating to education, community tance. My hope is that they address in leadership roles.” awareness and empowerment with- a lot of the issues we face.” photo courtesy of Mayor Garcetti’s office in the transgender community. James Wen, West Hollywood’s Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced a new Transgender Juarez, who serves on West Transgender Advisory Board chair- Answers From Page 16 Hollywood’s Transgender man, is one of the members on the Advisory Council. Los Angeles is the largest city to create a transgender Advisory Board, said before it was new Los Angeles advisory council. council, and only the second city to establish one after West Hollywood. officially recognized by the city, the He said it is still in its early stages, appointed member to the council by unemployment rates nearly board started as an activity task but the most important thing is that said she wants to focus on making twice as much as the general popu- force over a decade ago. the council will give transgender city hall accessible to transgender lation. Transgender people of color “The city [of West Hollywood] people more opportunities to individuals. are affected nearly four times as has always been very receptive to engage the community. “I want our transgender con- much according to a study released the LGBT community and trans- “We plan to work with local law stituents to feel as welcomed as in 2012 by the National Center for gender individuals,” Juarez said. enforcement to increase awareness possible within city hall,” Gonzalez Transgender Equality and the “I’m so happy to see L.A. follow about violence [against transgender said. “I want them to have equal National Gay and Lesbian [West Hollywood’s] lead.” individuals] and with the communi- access to things as simple as buying Taskforce. Garcetti’s announcement fol- ty to educate people on transgender a home or renting an apartment.” Gonzalez said the council will lowed President Barack Obama’s discrimination,” Wen said. The mayor’s office explained work to establish policies as well as appointment of Raffi Freedman- Justine Gonzalez, another newly that transgender people are affected work with existing legislative lead- Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 March 17, 2016
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