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Volume 30 No. 33 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities August 13, 2020 Smile! More security cameras More LACMA buildings come down n The museum’s are coming to Beverly Hills transformation continues n Council works toward ‘ubiquitous’ coverage By edwin folven By cameron kiszla Major changes have occurred On Aug. 4, the Beverly Hills City in the Miracle Mile over the last Council voted unanimously to week as the Los Angeles County move forward with installing an Museum of Art continues demo- additional 200 security cameras in lition for its project transforming the city. the museum campus. The new cameras, which will The Art of the Americas join the city’s existing 1,515 cam- Building, which fronted Wilshire eras, are part of the city’s camera Boulevard and served as the project that started in 2005. main entrance to LACMA, has The new cameras will cost the been razed, with demolition city $1.2 million, which will be scheduled to be completed by included in the capital improve- the end of the week. The Leo S. ment project budget for fiscal year Bing Theatre and Hammer 2020-21, which was supposed to be Building have already been considered on Aug. 4. Instead, only demolished and work continues the camera portion of the budget this week on the Ahmanson was approved, and the rest of the Building, where hazardous CIP budget discussion was delayed materials abatement and demoli- until Aug. 18. tion is ongoing. The sidewalk Ultimately, the goal is to bring in along the north side of Wilshire approximately 900 additional cam- Boulevard between “Urban eras at an approximate cost of $2.75 Light” and Curson Avenue was million per year for five years – or photo by Jose Herrera also scheduled to reopen this $14 million total – as well as 50 The Beverly Hills City Council week. photo by Karen Villalpando more lanes of automated license voted to install 200 additional The general contractor, Clark The Art of the Americas Building was demolished during the past See Security page 21 security cameras. See Museum page 22 week, further changing the landscape of the Miracle Mile. O’Farrell offers grants to keep small businesses alive City Council candidates n Application period opens today debate WeHo’s future years; John Erickson, a West By edwin folven n Democratic club Hollywood planning commis- Los Angeles City Councilman hosts forum and sioner, chair of Stonewall’s leg- Mitch O’Farrell joined a virtual makes endorsement islative action group and director town hall meeting with the of public affairs for Planned Hollywood Chamber of Commerce By Jose Herrera Parenthood Los Angeles; Noemi on Aug. 10 and discussed his 13th Torres, a real estate agent who is District Small Business Grant On Sunday, Aug. 9, the also a West Hollywood public Program, which provides $5,000 Stonewall Democratic Club host- facilities commissioner; and Sepi grants to small businesses affected ed four candidates at a West Shyne, a lawyer and city business by COVID-19. Hollywood City Council forum license commissioner. The application period runs from which gave them an opportunity The forum began at 2 p.m. via today, Aug. 13, through Monday, to obtain the organization’s Zoom and it was available for Aug. 17 at 11:59 p.m., and endorsement. public viewing on YouTube. The four participants included After the discussion, Stonewall O’Farrell suggested business own- photo by Edwin Folven incumbent Mayor Pro Tempore members voted to offer the club’s ers apply as soon as possible. The Councilman Mitch O’Farrell is working to help Hollywood businesses grants will be available to approxi- John Heilman, a law professor during the pandemic, and to bring tourists back after it subsides. mately 200 businesses selected at who has served the council for 36 See Candidate forum page 22 random through a lottery conducted by the Los Angeles Economic and “Recently, I partnered with the projects, sidewalks, things like that. Workforce Development city’s Economic and Workforce But if I can play a role in helping a Department, which is managing the Development Department to launch few hundred businesses just stay program. the small business grant program open during COVID as we strive to “Our business community has that is specific to small businesses get through this together, I will faced a catastrophe and small busi- in the 13th District. For five days, have helped. It’s really important to nesses are in great distress, espe- applicants will be able to enroll. me.” cially if there is a retail component. This money comes from me repri- Requirements for the grants Restaurants, food service places, oritizing discretionary funding that include having valid business dry cleaners, you name it. If there is would be available to the 13th licenses and tax status eligibility, as photo courtesy of the Stonewall Democratic Club a retail component, our small busi- District that we normally would use well as active status with California Candidates John Erickson, left, John Heilman, Noemi Torres and Sepi Shyne participated in the virtual forum. nesses are hurting,” O’Farrell said. for things like public infrastructure See Small business page 22 2 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CALENDAR City Council approves new Beverly Hills Evening Conversation series with RSVP, visit caamuseum.org/pro- discussion by a panel of artists on grams/kids-teens-and-families/make- Chamber Friday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m. via Zoom. a-paper-lantern. office to root out corruption The conversation will focus on the The Beverly Hills Chamber of current and future state of the theater, Commerce is holding its August The Los Angeles City Council Ethics Department. COVID-19 and its impact on the per- Contemporary Networking Breakfast online on approved a motion on Aug. 11 After the motion was approved forming arts and the response of the Friday, Aug. 14, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., introduced by Councilman David by the City Council, the chief leg- arts to the ongoing global movement Art talk via Zoom. Get to know members of Ryu, 4th District, that will establish islative analyst, city administrative for racial justice. Robey Theatre Institute of Contemporary Art, Los the chamber and learn about business an inspector general’s office for officer and city attorney will report Company board member and special Angeles is holding “Big City Forum: opportunities. Admission is $10 for land use and development. The pro- back on funding and the potential events coordinator Millena Gay will Stories That Move,” a discussion chamber members; $20 for guests. posed new entity, tentatively called structure of the new Office of Anti- moderate the discussion with Peter with artists Leonardo Bravo, Cynthia Email rojtman@beverlyhillscham- the Office of Anti-Corruption and Corruption and Transparency. Ryu Kwong, an actor who has served as Vargas, Reina Imagawa and Jeremy ber.com. Transparency, or LA ACT, would first introduced the motion on May chairman of the Actors Equity Rosenberg Sunday, Aug. 16, from 2 have the power to oversee, investi- 19 during an FBI and U.S. Association Committee on Racial to 5 p.m. During its three-day resi- gate and subpoena city officials, Department of Justice probe into ‘DISRUPT Equality; actress Tiffany Coty and dency in ICA LA’s Field Workshop, with a focus on preventing corrup- corruption involving real estate educator and actor Julio Hanson. The Big City Forum has focused on sto- tion and increasing transparency on development and the alleged abuse the Fowler’ Robey Theatre Company is named ries gathered from its community of after actor, activist and humanitarian planning and land use decisions. of land use power in Los Angeles. Enjoy “DISRUPT the Fowler,” a vir- past and current collaborators. The Paul Robeson and its emphasis is on “It is beyond clear that we need That probe has led to the arrest of tual program on the UCLA student online session explores the meaning stories of the global Black diaspora. more oversight in City Hall, and Councilman Jose Huizar, 14th design organization DISRUPT on and role of art collectives, organiza- The event will be recorded and avail- more accountability and transparen- District, and former Councilman Friday, Aug. tions and networks in times of able for viewing on the Robey cy over planning and land use deci- Mitch Englander, 12th District. 14, at from 4 to upheaval. The event is the third, fully Theatre Company’s YouTube sions,” Ryu said. “Cities across the Many others have pleaded guilty to 5 p.m. The stu- open community meeting of the resi- Channel starting on Aug. 21. RSVP U.S. have inspector generals that charges that they were co-conspira- dents aim to dency and the format will incorporate by email to office@robeytheatrecom- investigate and root out corruption tors in a land use corruption scheme establish inclu- Big City Forum’s 10-year evolution- pany.org. ary history in a reflective exercise and before they become federal crimes. involving a city council member. sive spaces and create opportu- discussion about the need for inde- It’s time for an inspector general in Ryu has also authored legislation pendent cultural initiatives by artists. Los Angeles.” to remove the power city council nities to engage in creative collaborations. ‘Make a Paper To RSVP, visit theicala.org. The motion, seconded by members have in interfering with Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th specific development projects The Fowler is honored to partner with DISRUPT and offer programs that Lantern’ District, cites a similar office in before the City Planning Children and teens are invited to Classical music Chicago, which has 100 staff mem- Commission. Last year, a ban, break down barriers in the art world and promote innovation through “Make a Paper Classical music fans won’t want to bers investigating fraud, abuse and spearheaded by Ryu, on donations inclusivity, diversity, equity and Lantern” in a miss Salastina’s Happy Hour on corruption. Details for the office are from developers with business accessibility. The program will focus virtual work- Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 6 to 7 p.m. still being worked out. The pro- before the city was signed into law. on the work of artist Justin Bua, who shop with the with librettist Vid Guerrerio. Leaving posed office could exist on its own For information, visit blends street culture with the fine arts, California Afri- Mozart’s music completely or within the Controller’s Office or davidryu.lacity.org. documenting the collective memories can American untouched, Guerrerio updated the of hip hop culture. BUA reaches Museum on plots of all three components of beyond the traditional canvas, apply- Saturday, Aug, Mozart’s operatic Holy Trinity. His ing his discipline to music videos, 15, from 2 to English, modern- L.A. County to launch rent TV, film, animation, gaming, apparel, 3:30 p.m. In the interactive family ized adaptations education and more. A Q&A session workshop, participants will create cut reveal Mozart’s will follow the presentation. RSVP to paper lanterns using LED lights and intent in a way tinyurl.com/disruptbua. materials found around the house. that layers of relief program on Aug. 17 Materials needed are colored paper; a dusty tradition wood skewer, toothpick or metal obscure. Join In an effort to assist renters development authority will contin- The Robey Theatre paper clip to poke holes in the paper; Salastina for affected by the COVID-19 crisis, ue helping eligible businesses a towel or T-shirt to use as a soft sur- before-and-after the Los Angeles County Board of affected by COVID-19. The Company face; markers, colored pencils or presentations of the makeovers, plus Supervisors has provided $100 LACDA will use the funds to offer The Robey Theatre Company pre- crayons; a glue stick, tape or stapler; conversation about what “timeless- million in federal CARES Act loans for working capital, equip- sents the next installment of the An and a LED or other type of light. To ness” means. salastina.org/concerts. funding to create a COVID-19 ment and inventory needs. Rent Relief program, administered The LACDA submitted a non- by the Los Angeles County competitive application for an Development Authority. EDA CARES Act Recovery The program will launch on Assistance Grant in May due to the Monday, Aug. 17, and will remain agency’s expedited loan process. open through Monday, Aug. 31. For information, visit lacda.org. The program will assist 8,000 to 9,000 households. The emergency rental assistance is intended to help low-income tenants who have struggled to pay rent or who are behind on paying Founded 1946 rent due to the economic impacts caused by the pandemic. Amounts 5150 WILSHIRE BLVD. received will vary, and those who SUITE 330 are most in need will receive the P.O. BOX 36036 most assistance. LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 The program is available to all (323)933-5518 residents of the county who quali- BEVERLY HILLS OFFICE: fy, with the exception of residents 8440 WILSHIRE BLVD. SUITE 2B living in the city of Los Angeles, as BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 WWW.BEVERLYPRESS.COM the city also received its own allo- cation of federal CARES Act funds. Rent relief payments will be Michael Villalpando directly made to property owners. PUBLISHER A W-9 and participation agreement are needed from property owners Karen Villalpando EDITOR & PUBLISHER to receive rental income on behalf of their qualified tenant; property Edwin Folven owners must agree to the terms of [email protected] the participation agreement. EDITOR Citizenship documentation will not be requested from any party, Cameron Kiszla renter or property owner. [email protected] REPORTER For information, visit rentrelief.lacda.org. Jose Herrera The LACDA has also has been [email protected] awarded $10.9 million in new fed- REPORTER eral CARES Act Recovery Assistance Grants for a program Jill Weinlein, Tim Posada, that extends credit to small busi- Rebecca Villalpando, Emily Jilg CONTRIBUTING WRITERS nesses and helps prevent job losses and closures. The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are With one of the largest alloca- weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail tion of funds nationwide by the subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal U.S. Economic Development advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court Administration, the county’s Order No 736637. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 August 13, 2020 WeHo rejects appeal of historic preservation ruling n Alterations made 1920s on Santa Monica Boulevard “grossly exceeded” the scope of the that was constructed as a result of permit, which prevented commis- building ineligible the former streetcar line that once sioners from making a well- for historic status ran along the boulevard. informed decision. Over the years, the building Todd Elliot, who represents the By Jose Herrera underwent numerous changes Stevens Land Company, acknowl- including the replacement of origi- edged that the original HPC staff The West Hollywood City nal doors and windows, according report may have alarmed members Council unanimously denied an to a staff report. of the historic preservation commu- appeal on Aug. 3 of the Historic Due to a time delay between the nity. He added the damage to the Preservation Commission’s deci- approval of the final survey by City roof was far greater than expected sion not to designate a property at Council in 2016 and the time when and the roofing company complet- 8001-8003 Santa Monica Blvd. as a all the properties identified in the ed additional work to prevent future historical resource. survey were flagged by the water intrusion. photo by Jose Herrera On Feb. 5, Resident Lynn Russell Planning and Development Commissioner Jacob LaJoie, The property at 8001-8003 Santa Monica Blvd. was a medical clinic for filed an appeal of the HPC’s deci- Services Department as potential who chaired HPC at the time of the doctors, dentists, osteopathy practitioners and other various medical sion to remove the building from historic resources, the Stevens vote, said staff admitted to HPC professionals from 1934 through the 1960s, when it was converted for West Hollywood’s Commercial Land Company applied in they had made a mistake, but there retail use. Historic Resources Survey because November 2017 for a permit to re- was no evidence to believe that this of new information, alleged techni- roof the building. The city, in error, was anything other than an error by cal and factual errors, and inade- permitted a new roof to be installed the city. brought it to the Historic similar problems] as well because quate or unsupported findings by on the structure, said Doug Vu, a “It is not at all clear that HPC Preservation Commission, and I it really is disappointing and sad to the HPC. The appeal hearing was senior planner for the historic would have made a designation of would be interested in knowing lose a historic resource in this delayed until Aug. 3 due to the preservation planning division. the building in its prior condition,” [what the city is doing to prevent way.” COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of the re-roofing, the LaJoie said. “But when the item Owned by Stevens Land property lost character defining fea- came before us, we had to take the Company, the property is a one- tures, including a red clay tile roof, building in its current condition as story commercial building that was circular roof towers and a notched we found it.” Notable quotes constructed in 1922 in the Spanish wooden beam above the breeze- Mayor Pro Tempore John Colonial Revival architectural way. With those changes, the build- Heilman said the City Council “Vice President – it has such a nice ring to it!” style. The building was converted ing was no longer eligible to be should make a decision on whether into a medical clinic in 1934 and considered or deemed a cultural the building meets the requirements Geraldine Ferraro then converted again to retail use in resource in the city. for preservation based on the build- 1935-2011 the 1960s, according to a staff “The commission expressed ing’s current condition. The rest of report. deep concerns of the issuance of a the council agreed and rejected the Geraldine Ferraro was the nation’s first female vice-presidential A 2016 survey noted the building building permit for replacing of a appeal, but not without asking city nominee in 1984. She served in the United State House of was found to be significant in the roof without a certificate of appro- staff to bring back an item with con- Representatives from 1979-1985. “Sherman and Adjacent County priateness and that changes were crete steps to prevent an issue like Lands 1895-1925” category under permitted to historic-defining fea- that from occurring in the future. Kamala Harris was selected as Joe Biden’s running mate Tuesday, criteria for its association with the tures,” Vu said. “I would like to ask that staff Aug. 11, and is the first woman of color to be nominated for the office history of commercial development Russell’s appeal asserted that the bring back an item in the future, so of Vice President of the United States. in West Hollywood. It is considered original staff report to the HPC did that this type of thing doesn’t hap- to be one of a small number of not include a copy of the re-roofing pen again,” Councilwoman Lauren commercial buildings from the permit and the work on the site had Meister said. “I know that they (source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”) 4 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Officer treated after being Death on Olive Drive in WeHo investigated n Coroner’s office will shot in friendly-fire incident make determination By edwin folven Mauldin, who was not struck whether man’s by gunfire, was subdued and death was a crime An officer with the Los taken into custody for evalua- Angeles Police Department’s tion and treatment. Los Angeles By edwin folven Hollywood Division is recover- Fire Department paramedics ing after being struck in the fore- transported the injured officer to The Los Angeles County arm by a fellow officer during an a hospital where he was treated Department of Medical Examiner- incident involving a suspect and released. Coroner is investigating the death believed to have been suffering The dog was also injured and of a 52-year-old man whose body from mental illness. was taken into the care of was found on Aug. 7 at a residence Police received a call at 2:25 Animal Services and treated. A in West Hollywood. p.m. on Aug. 5 about a man veterinarian was unable to Police received a call about attempting to cut himself in an determine whether the injury to someone being unconscious in the apartment the 1100 block of the dog was caused by a gunshot residence in the 1100 block of North Wilton Place. They found or sharp instrument, police said. North Olive Drive and responded photo courtesy of Google Maps Alfonso Mauldin, 32, in the apart- The LAPD’s Force Investi- at 10:23 p.m. They found the body The 52-year-old man’s body was found on Aug. 7 in a residence on Olive ment holding a pair of scissors gation Division responded and of a male victim who had sustained Drive. The cause of death remains under investigation. and a Rottweiler dog on a leash. is investigating the officer- “trauma,” said Lt. Robert Officers attempted to speak to involved-shooting, which will Westphal, with the Los Angeles Mauldin and de-escalate the situ- likely take weeks. It will be County Sheriff’s Department’s Westphal said there were no Hollywood. The cause of death is ation, but he suddenly released reviewed by the chief of police, Homicide Bureau. signs of foul play and no arrests pending and the coroner’s office the dog and they both charged at the Los Angeles Board of Police “We are still investigating and were made. No further details were had no further information because the officers. Police used a fire Commissioners and the Office all options are on the table,” available pending the outcome of of the ongoing investigation. extinguisher and bean bag shots, of the Inspector General to Westphal said. “It could be a homi- the investigation, Westphal said. Westphal said sheriff’s depart- and at least one officer fired a determine whether the use of cide or it could be a suicide. We The Los Angeles County ment investigators are still seeking gunshot, accidentally striking deadly force complied with the won’t know until the coroner’s Department of Medical Examiner- information about the death. another officer in the right fore- department’s policies and proce- office finishes the autopsy and its Coroner identified the decedent as Anyone with information is urged arm. dures. investigation.” Kent Bass, a resident of West to call (323)890-5500.

ment claims are only accepted victim of an unemployment benefits Feuer warns about unemployment benefits scam online by visiting edd.ca.gov/unem- scam should call the EDD Fraud ployment. Hotline at (800)229-6297, or report Los Angeles City Attorney Mike unemployment claim using a stolen demand that you provide your Phone and text scams claiming it online by visiting edd.ca.gov. Feuer has issued a new COVID-19 identity. Benefits – the state of Social Security or credit card num- that unemployment benefits have Those who are victims of the scam alert warning people about an iden- California frequently pays by issu- ber before it can be finalized. been suspended until personal infor- should notify the Internal Revenue tity theft scam to fraudulently col- ing debit cards – are mailed to them Also beware of scam websites mation is provided are also preva- Service by filing an identity theft lect unemployment benefits. at a home address or business. The claiming to be able to help file and lent. EDD will never contact a claim affidavit (Form 14039) by visiting Perpetrators use stolen Social scammers may buy already stolen collect unemployment benefits recipient through text. irs.gov. For information, visit Security numbers and other person- identities online or steal them quickly. In California, unemploy- People who suspect they are the https://identitytheft.gov. al information to apply for and through email and text phishing receive unemployment benefits in attacks, or by cold-calling victims victims’ names. Victims may not claiming to be government officials learn that they were targeted until or potential employers. Although it they apply for unemployment them- may sound simple, the scam may be selves or receive a bill from the IRS the latest from a sophisticated West for taxes owed on benefits never African fraud ring that uses identi- received. ties stolen in prior data breaches, “Since the pandemic erupted, such as the 2017 Equifax breach, we’ve fought back against scam- Feuer said. mers trying to take advantage of Many victims of the unemploy- people who may be scared, isolated ment scam don’t know they’ve been and more easily victimized,” Feuer victimized until they try to file a said. “In this latest scam, not only claim themselves or get told by their are hundreds of millions of dollars employer that a claim has been filed, being stolen nationwide, but peo- even though they are still employed. ple’s identities are being taken with- Some don’t learn that their identities out them knowing it. All this is have been stolen until the IRS adding extra strain to our state’s informs them next year, through a over-burdened unemployment net- 1099-G form, that they owe taxes on work at a time when record num- the unemployment benefits in their bers of Californians desperately name. need benefits.” The public should be aware of According to the Federal Trade methods commonly used to steal Commission, scams targeting personal information. They include unemployment benefits are affect- phishing emails and texts claiming ing tens of thousands of people to be from EDD or another agency nationwide. Although the scam can that offers assistance in filing for take many forms, it typically unemployment. The message might involves a perpetrator filing an say a claim is incomplete and Former Beverly Hills attorney pleads guilty in theft scheme A disbarred Beverly Hills lawyer for Chapter 11 protection in United pleaded guilty on Aug. 10 to a fed- States Bankruptcy Court in Los eral criminal charge that he stole Angeles in December 2015. In more than $500,000 from a client August 2016, the bankruptcy case he represented in bankruptcy pro- was resolved and dismissed. ceedings. Broidy admitted that on Aug. 16, Alan F. Broidy, 65, pleaded guilty 2016, without his client’s knowl- to one count of interstate transporta- edge or consent, he deposited tion of stolen property. The defen- $100,000 of GRL-Mesa’s money dant allegedly used part of the into his personal bank account and money to pay off a $75,000 debt. then transferred $75,000 of that According to his plea agreement, money to a bank account in New Broidy was hired to represent York of one of Broidy’s own credi- GRL-Mesa Investments LLC, a tors. Broidy faces a 10-year prison Phoenix-based company that filed sentence. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 August 13, 2020 Lane closures announced east of La Brea Ave.

Metro has provided updates on remains closed south of Wilshire direction between June Street and appendage work for the Purple Line Boulevard through January 2022. Muirfield Road. The work zone sup- Extension subway project along Intermittent lane closures may be in ports concrete pouring underground Wilshire Boulevard near Orange place to support deck panel mainte- in the subway tunnels. Drive, which is scheduled from nance and soil investigation in the Near Wilshire/Western, tunneling Friday, Aug. 28, through Saturday, Wilshire/Fairfax station area. support and street maintenance Feb. 27, 2021. Hauling and deliveries to and work is ongoing. Work is occurring The work calls for Wilshire from the construction staging yards 24-hours at a staging yard just west Boulevard to be reduced to two at Wilshire/La Brea will continue in of Wilshire Boulevard and Western lanes in each direction between August as tunneling progresses Avenue. Northbound Manhattan Detroit and June streets, and Orange underneath Wilshire Boulevard. Place will be closed intermittently Drive to be closed north of Wilshire Material deliveries and underground just north of Wilshire Boulevard. Boulevard. The traffic control sup- construction support also continue at For questions and concerns, call the ports the construction of station a work zone in the center of Wilshire 24-hour project hotline at (213)922- appendages adjacent to the Boulevard just west of Rimpau 6934, email the project team at pur- photo by Edwin Folven Wilshire/La Brea station. Boulevard. Wilshire Boulevard has [email protected], or visit Temporary work zones on Wilshire Boulevard near Orange Drive are The work zone will be located been reduced to two lanes in each metro.net. being used to support underground construction on the subway. along the north side of Wilshire Boulevard between Mansfield and Sycamore Avenues, and on Orange Drive. Left turns from Wilshire Boulevard to Sycamore Avenue and Orange Drive will be restricted. Access to driveways in the closure areas will be maintained, as will all sidewalks and pedestrian access to the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and BMW building. Work continues at many other locations along the route. In Beverly Hills, construction continues at the future Wilshire/Rodeo station, where excavation is occurring through the first quarter of 2021. Farther east, station construction, material deliveries and instrumenta- tion continues near Wilshire/La Cienega. Work is being conducted 24-hours in the staging yards at Wilshire /La Cienega and Wilshire/Gale. Intermittent lane reductions, turn restrictions and sidewalk closures may be in place to support instrumentation work, road restoration and utility maintenance in the Wilshire/La Cienega area. A permanent K-rail enclosure is in place at Wilshire/Gale to support ongoing underground construction. Ongoing concrete and material deliveries to the Wilshire/La Cienega station box are also antici- pated to continue. A K-rail work zone has been implemented through September on Wilshire Boulevard at Gale Drive. Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced to two lanes in each direction between Hamilton Drive and San Vicente Boulevard. Left turns from Wilshire Boulevard will be restrict- ed. Additional intermittent lane reductions may be required. Beginning on Saturday, Aug. 22, a K-rail work zone will be implement- ed in the center lanes of the intersec- tion of Wilshire/San Vicente. The enclosure is anticipated to be in place for approximately two months and will support ongoing tunnel and mitigation work underneath Wilshire Boulevard. Left turns in the intersection will be restricted while the work zone is in place. Directional closures will be imple- mented on weekends. Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced to two lanes in each direc- tion between San Diego Way and Spaulding Avenue through next summer. Utility and tunnel investi- gation work will also be occurring at Wilshire Boulevard and La Jolla Avenue in August. A work zone will be installed on the southwest corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue to support appendage construction immediately adjacent to the future Wilshire/Fairfax subway station. At a construction staging site just east of Fairfax Avenue, station construc- tion, hauling and concrete pouring also continues. Ogden Drive will be closed intermittently Monday through Saturday at Wilshire Boulevard. Orange Grove Avenue 6 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Former MLB player uses art to inspire Black youth n Artist’s works on and [now] painting.” express themselves … and [maybe] Johnson retired from profession- we’ll start having more healthy display in gallery al baseball in 2018 to focus on a conversations.” exhibit in WeHo career in art. He describes himself Art Angels Gallery owner as a self-taught figurative artist, and Jacquelin Napal was first intro- By Jose Herrera his art series “Mom, Can duced to Johnson by a former team- Astronauts be Black?” is featured mate who had one of Johnson’s Micah Johnson spent 24 years of at the Art Angels Gallery, 9020 early works in his collection. She his life working hard to reach his Beverly Blvd., in West Hollywood. offered Johnson a chance to exhibit dream of playing professional base- For the series, Johnson created his art a few years ago but he turned ball. In 2012 he was drafted by the bright and eye-catching portraits of down the offer. Chicago White Sox and played for Black youth with three individuals “Putting on a show is a collabo- their minor league team, the Great close to his heart – his nephews, rative effort that requires the right photo courtesy of Shaun Thompson PR Falls Voyagers. two 2 year olds and one 4 year old energy from all involved. We Artist and former professional baseball player Micah Johnson has creat- – using mediums such as charcoal, admire that Micah was able to rec- “I started playing when I was ed an art series featuring his nephews, and through his art, hopes to about 4 years old,” Johnson said. gouache and pastels. inspire not only Black youth but all people to follow their dreams. “It was something that I was He took inspiration from the See Baseball page 21 obsessed with.” young boys, motivated by their Johnson had a fruitful career curiosity. playing for the White Sox, and was “My nephew had asked his mom later traded to the Los Angeles if astronauts can be Black. I knew I Dodgers in 2015. While playing had a message I wanted to convey, for the Dodgers, his talent for art which is there should be no limita- emerged. tions to your dreams.” Micah credits Dodgers Manager He said he plans to continue Dave Roberts for encouraging him painting his nephews until they to pursue his passion off the base- each turn 18 to capture their life ball field. During a spring training journeys as a real perspective of game, Roberts asked him what he Black young men growing up in liked to do, and Johnson responded, America, he said. “painting.” “I want to use this time and plat- Johnson was later asked to create form to convey a message that is a painting of Dodgers great Maury near and dear to my heart,” Johnson Wills, and held one of his first art said. “I want to impact people in a exhibits at Dodger Stadium. way that I didn’t with baseball.” “My teammates have always Johnson said his art is also a way been super supportive of [my art],” for him to communicate and Johnson said. “A lot of them are address systematic racism and big- still supportive to this day, even if otry. it's buying or reaching out to tell me “Art for me is a way to share a how much they enjoy my work. message,” Johnson said. I use my Those relationships have been very art to speak. I think it’s imperative important [when I was playing], that everybody finds their outlet to Book illustrates the secret life of the Beverly Hills teenager n Bestselling author spent school year with high school seniors

By Cameron Kiszla Former Beverly Hills High School students are the newest subjects for the author of a New York Times bestseller. Jeff Hobbs’ newest book, “Show Them You’re Good: A Portrait of Boys in the City of Angels the Year Before College,” focuses on teenagers who were seniors at BHHS and Animo Pat Brown Charter High School in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of photo courtesy of Jeff Hobbs Florence-Graham during the Jeff Hobbs is the author of 2016-17 school year. “Show Them You’re Good,” For “Show Them You’re which details the lives of several Good,” due out Aug. 18, Hobbs students at Beverly Hills High assembled the students into dis- School. cussion groups after making inroads at the two schools while speaking about his previous larly something about Rob Peace book, the award-winning “The and his story kind of empowered Short and Tragic Life of Robert young people to stand up and Peace,” which was published in start sharing their own stories.” 2014. The book is a biography of Those experiences encouraged Peace, Hobbs’ roommate at Yale, Hobbs, who lived in West who was murdered in a drug- Hollywood at the time, to dig related crime in 2011. deeper into the lives of teenage “I didn’t expect anyone to read boys during their senior year of it really, because it’s a pretty sad high school, which Hobbs said story, but it got more attention “can be very absurd and silly, or than that. Schools started asking maybe more silly than absurd.” me to come visit classes, maybe “You have these repetitive give a talk, all around the coun- days filled with mundanity and try,” Hobbs said. you talk about nonsense, you In those speaking engage- engage in nonsensical things and ments, Hobbs said he had “all of girls, and you’re not quite old, these really special experiences but you’re no longer young, and with young people, and particu- See Book page 21 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 August 13, 2020

Hot dog! Pink’s is back n Iconic hot dog stand reopens near Melrose and La Brea

BY EDWIN FOLVEN and around the world, Pink said. Over the next two weeks, Pink’s Many new measures are in place plans to take phone orders and uti- Chili dog lovers relished the icon- in adherence with public health and lize a delivery service. The current ic Pink’s Hot Dogs reopening yes- safety orders. The entire property hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 9 terday after being closed since was sanitized and disinfected by a p.m., but that may change based on March. The stand is serving their firm specializing in protection at customer demand and alterations to famed hot dogs, hamburgers and restaurants including the kitchen, public health orders, Pink said. fries to hungry fans across Los preparation room, bathrooms, break The closure was a first in the Angeles. rooms and warehouse areas. stand’s 80-year history. Pink’s has “We are so excited to welcome Plexiglass has been installed on all been in operation since Paul and customers back to Pink’s and wel- open counters to provide a shield Betty Pink – Richard and Beverly’s come our staff back,” owner Richard between staff and customers. A parents – began with a pushcart near Pink said. “Pink’s is looking as spiffy front door ambassador and line the corner in 1939. and new as it has ever looked.” monitor will ensure all customers Pink’s offers over 35 varieties of Pink, who operates the venerable wear face coverings or masks and hot dogs as well as hamburgers, hot dog stand near Melrose and La they stand 6 feet apart in line. fries and onion rings. Many of the photo courtesy of Richard Pink Brea avenues with his wife Gloria Another employee will continuous- hot dogs are named after the stand’s Customers waited in the longest line ever - 5 months long - to finally bite and sister Beverly Pink-Wolfe, said ly sanitize all public areas. celebrity clientele such as Emeril into a famed Pink’s chili dog. The iconic hot dog stand reopened yesterday. the landmark closed when the pan- Only three customers will be per- Lagasse, Carl Reiner and Giada De demic started out of concern for the mitted inside Pink’s at one time to Laurentiis. Autographed photos of safety of patrons and staff. Plans ensure physical distancing. Dining many celebrities line the walls that will never change. phere, say hello to our staff. They were formulated to keep people safe is only allowed on Pink’s outdoor inside the stand, and it’s not uncom- “Finally, Pink’s is open again and will welcome you with open arms while offering delicious food and patio, where tables are spaced 6 feet mon to see a limousine or Rolls we are back to normal,” he said. and a bun filled with a juicy hot dog the Pink’s Hot Dogs guest experi- apart. Sanitizer dispensers have Royce pull up and a celebrity to take “And if ever there was a sense of that snaps when you bite into it.” ence. All of the staff were retained been installed throughout Pink’s their place in line, Pink added. The normalcy in this city it is that Pink’s Pink’s Hot Dogs is located at 709 and were eager to get back to serv- and the bathrooms have touchless customer experience is part of the is open. Just stop by, come on in, N. La Brea Ave. or visit pinksholly- ing customers from Los Angeles sinks, soap and towel dispensers. fun, and Pink said that is something enjoy the hot dogs, enjoy the atmos- wood.com. Ryu calls for wage replacement program for small businesses

Los Angeles City Councilman similar to the federal Paycheck Inclusive Action for the City and a lost during the pandemic. The loss- David Ryu, 4th District, introduced Protection Program but specific to member of the Healthy L.A. es were greatest in 4th District – a motion on Aug. 11 to establish a small businesses in Los Angeles. Coalition. “Los Angeles has an 21,565 jobs – primarily in the infor- wage replacement program for The federal program provided opportunity to create a program mation, accommodation and food small businesses. The motion, money to businesses so that they specific to the needs of the most service industries. which would use up to $100 million could keep employees on the pay- impacted entrepreneurs and work- For information, visit in federal CARES Act funding, roll and avoid layoffs. ers.” davidryu.lacity.org. would help struggling small busi- “It is heartening to see the Los A report from Los Angeles City nesses hire back employees who Angeles City Council leading and Controller Ron Galperin showed photo courtesy of David Ryu, 4th District lost their jobs during the COVID- supporting both our vital small more than 200,000 jobs have been David Ryu, right. 19 pandemic and resulting econom- businesses and our city’s workers ic crisis. so that we get through this crisis, “People are out of work and and work hand in hand towards a struggling to put food on the table,” more sustainable and just recov- Ryu said. “We must do everything ery,” said Alexandra Suh, executive we can to keep people on payroll director of the Koreatown and keep our small businesses Immigrant Workers Alliance and a afloat. If we don’t do more to sup- member of the Healthy L.A. port Los Angeles workers, we risk a Coalition. total collapse of the local economy “Many of us know a small busi- and irreparable harm to countless ness, restaurant, or street vendor families.” that didn’t get a PPP loan,” added The motion calls for a program Lyric Kelkar, senior associate at

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Reyes was appointed to the ers could access financial assis- Board of Water and Power tance, discounts and rebates offered LADWP board chooses new president, VP Commissioners by Garcetti and by the utility. On July 28, attorney and public- Garcetti and confirmed by the City McClain-Hill said. “I am confident confirmed by the City Council on “I envision opportunities for policy strategist Cynthia McClain- Council on Aug. 15, 2018. that working together, LADWP can June 5, 2019. Reyes is the first innovative and bold solutions for Hill was elected as president of the “From the Police Commission to surmount these challenges and Filipino-American and also the first LADWP to serve the public more Board of Water and Power the DWP, Cynthia McClain-Hill come out a stronger, more inclusive LADWP retiree to sit on the board. reliably, safely and equitably and in Commissioners, and Commissioner has been unafraid to tackle our organization that provides equity She previously served as the direc- new ways that will transform its cul- Susana Reyes, a retired LADWP toughest challenges, giving her and fairness for our customers, tor of LADWP’s Low-Income ture and capacity for change,” customer service director for low- time, energy, resolve and experi- communities and employees in Customer Access, a position that Reyes said. income programs and sustainability ence to the cause of a fairer, safer, everything we do.” helped ensure low-income ratepay- For information, visit ladwp.com. advisor to Mayor Eric Garcetti, was more equitable Los Angeles,” elected the board’s vice president. Garcetti said. “As we endure and McClain-Hill replaces former emerge from the COVID-19 crisis, L.A. Controller reports women underpaid and U.S. Rep. Mel Levine, who has I have no doubt that Cynthia will served as board president since continue the bold and thoughtful 2013 – the longest-running term of leadership of Mel Levine as underrepresented in city workforce any Board of Water and Power LADWP board president, and help Commission president. Levine us push forward on the path to On Aug. 5, Los Angeles City address the vast disparities that tion is even worse: 22% at the nominated both for their respective healthier communities and a more Controller Ron Galperin released exist today will Los Angeles start Department of Water and Power, positions, which were approved by sustainable city.” a report on gender equity in the to close its pay and representation 23% at the Department of Public the board. “This is a time of unprecedented city’s workforce, “Closing the gap, and provide women with bet- Works and 21% at the Department An advocate for racial and envi- challenges, as we work to build a Gap: Women’s Pay and ter opportunities to succeed in the of General Services. In contrast, ronmental justice with an outstand- stronger Los Angeles by achieving Representation at the City of future.” 65% of all controller’s office ing record of service in the public our goals for clean, reliable and sus- L.A.” According to a 2018 Census employees are women. and nonprofit sectors, McClain-Hill tainable water and energy in the Galperin found that Los Bureau study, women earn less Out of 18 elected officials in the has served as vice president of the midst of an international pandemic, Angeles has fallen short of its than 82 cents for every dollar city of Los Angeles, only two are LADWP board since Sept. 5, 2018. financial crisis and urgent cries for goals to recruit and hire more earned by men in the United women. She was appointed to the board by racial justice and equity in our city,” women, and to promote women States. While the gap is slightly Galperin recommended the city into well-paying jobs. Despite narrower in California, the city of develop a strategic plan with clear attempts to change the status quo Los Angeles – one of the region’s and specific goals and targets to over the past five years, women largest employers – has not kept recruit, hire, develop and retain remain both underrepresented and pace with the state or the nation. women in departments across the underpaid compared to their male Women working at the city city; create a working group of coworkers. earn, on average, just 76% of what city officials and community and “The city employs almost men make. labor partners to design a clear 50,000 public servants, but the Women represent only 28% of pathway to help women partici- striking gender gap in our work- L.A.’s total workforce – the same pate in all job classifications and force does not reflect the commu- amount as in 2015 when the promotional opportunities, nities we serve or the values we mayor’s office issued an executive focused especially on higher pay- promote,” Galperin said. “Not directive to improve gender equity ing jobs with access to overtime; enough women work at the city, across city departments, and much and require the largest city depart- and those that do aren’t getting the lower than New York City, San ments to submit annual reports on promotional opportunities they Francisco, Philadelphia, L.A. their efforts to attract more women photo courtesy of LADWP should. The city needs to overhaul County and other large public to entry level jobs that traditional- Susana Reyes, left, was elected vice president and Cynthia McClain-Hill the way women are recruited, employers across the country. ly have been dominated by men. was elected president of the L.A. Board of Water and Power hired, promoted and paid. Only by Within some of the city’s largest For information, visit lacon- Commissioners. acting more aggressively to departments, women’s representa- troller.org/genderequity. ALL YOU CAN EAT HOT CAKES - $7.95! WEEKDAYS 6AM-9AM! Add Bacon or Turkey Links - $2.95 Add 2 Eggs - $3.95

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Gretchen a motion to provide an additional COVID-19 pandemic have progress in making arts opportu- presidential running mate in the Whitmer, former Obama adminis- $3.6 million for arts organiza- deeply affected arts organiza- nities more accessible to disad- Nov. 3 election. Biden announced tration National Security Advisor tions. tions in many of the same ways vantaged communities. his selection after weeks of vetting Susan Rice and U.S. Rep. Karen This motion addresses sys- as other commercial businesses,” According to the motion, the and deliberation. Bass (D-Los Angeles). temic inequities in the arts. Co- Kuehl added. “With this motion, county cannot afford the cultural “I have the great honor to “Joe Biden can unify the authored by Supervisor Sheila we are finding ways to continue and economic consequences of announce that I’ve picked Kamala American people because he’s Kuehl, 3rd District, and approved to provide support to our local allowing community arts organi- Harris – a fearless fighter for the spent his life fighting for us. And by the Board of Supervisors with arts nonprofits and making sure zations to close their doors. As a little guy, and one of the country’s as president, he’ll build an 66 written comments sent in sup- that the healing power of the arts critical part of the region’s econ- finest public servants – as my run- America that lives up to our port, the motion will expand the continues to be available to coun- omy, demonstrated by several ning mate,” Biden tweeted. “Back ideals,” Harris tweeted. “I’m Organizational Grant Program ty residents in these troubled and years of substantial growth of the when Kamala was Attorney honored to join him as our through additional funding for stressful times.” creative sector, and as a provider General [of California], she party’s nominee for vice presi- arts organizations during one of Despite several years of strong of arts and culture programs to worked closely with [my son and dent, and [to] do what it takes to the most challenging economic growth, the pandemic and result- underserved communities, these former Delaware Attorney make him our commander in environments of the 21st century. ing economic downturn has neg- organizations are a key part of General] Beau. I watched as they chief.” “The Organizational Grants atively impacted many arts orga- the solution to the current crises took on the big banks, lifted up Biden and Harris are expected Program has been a key part of nizations. A survey by Americans facing residents of the county. working people and protected to accept the nominations at the the county’s efforts to provide for the Arts finds that 29% of the The 2020 Otis Report on the women and kids from abuse. I was 2020 Democratic National underserved communities more county’s nonprofit arts organiza- Creative Economy finds that proud then, and I’m proud now to Convention, which will be held equitable access to the rich and tions are “extremely likely” to nearly one out of five jobs in Los have her as my partner in this cam- from Aug. 17-20. For informa- diverse arts opportunities that make temporary or permanent Angeles County are supported by paign.” tion and schedule, visit demcon- Los Angeles County has to reductions in staff, and 33% the arts and creative economy Much speculation had arisen vention.com. offer,” Ridley-Thomas said. expect the financial impact of the with $67 billion in labor income “This critical investment will pandemic to be “extremely and $203 billion in total creative Online seminar explores positivity boost the recovery of the region’s severe.” A substantial percentage economy output. of pets as therapy for trauma Life Group LA is holding a free of interactions between her therapy zoom seminar on Friday, Aug. 14, animals and people they’ve visited, from noon 2 p.m. titled “COVID- Chastain remains passionate about We’re Open! 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Third St. • Los Angeles, CA 90048 323.655.1296 • www.allanjeffries.com 10 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Cedars-Sinai and Keck Medicine of USC partner on patient heart care The Guerin Family Congenital Heart Program in the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is expanding its surgical care for children and adult con- photo courtesy of the Hollywood Sign Trust/All Rights Reserved genital heart disease patients by embarking on a new initiative that includes the Keck Medicine of USC heart surgery team. New cameras place viewers “Our hope is for all children with congenital heart disease to live long and productive lives closer to the Hollywood Sign well into adulthood,” said Dr. The Hollywood Sign Trust has of resolution. They provide qual- Evan Zahn, director of the Guerin installed new high-definition ity images, especially in remote Family Congenital Heart cameras providing enhanced observation applications like the Program. “Unlike traditional con- images of the landmark at holly- Hollywood Sign. The new cam- genital heart programs that treat woodsign.org. eras were installed by Skylite either children or adults, our pro- The trust worked with the Media, which specializes in sys- gram treats patients from prenatal photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai office of Los Angeles City tems integration, production and diagnosis through childhood, and The Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai is working with the Keck Councilman David Ryu, 4th engineering services for the over the course of their entire Medicine of USC heart surgery team to expand care for children and District, and the city of Los entertainment industry. adult lives.” adults with congenital heart disease. Angeles to install the DK-H200 “Hitachi is pleased to partner Cedars-Sinai's congenital heart Hitachi Kokusai cameras, which with the Hollywood Sign Trust program has an extensive outpa- and Cardiovascular Thoracic nation for cardiology and heart capture quality images in a wide and supply an exceptional visual tient network, fetal diagnostic Research. surgery. Additionally, the Society range of lighting conditions. experience for its fans around services, noninvasive imaging, The congenital heart surgery of Thoracic Surgeons awarded its “It’s often said that some the globe,” said Hitachi advanced catheter interventions team at Cedars-Sinai will be top three-star designation to things get better with age,” spokesperson Kenneth Cyr. and clinical research programs. directed by Dr. Richard Kim, a Cedars-Sinai in recognition of the Hollywood Sign Trust Chair The Hollywood Sign was orig- Its physicians have pioneered cardiothoracic surgeon with Keck outstanding quality of patient Mark Panatier said. “As the his- inally installed in 1923 as a bill- hybrid procedures that combine Medicine of USC. care and outcomes in isolated toric Hollywood Sign approach- board for a real estate develop- surgery and cardiac catheteriza- “Our congenital heart surgeons mitral valve replacement and es its 100th birthday, the ment known as Hollywoodland. tion, reducing the need for open- have nationally recognized out- repair in 2018-19. The mitral Hollywood Sign Trust has Today, the sign is recognized heart procedures. The program comes in complex heart opera- valve program is one of only a upgraded its website cameras to worldwide. combines pediatric care with tions and a wealth of experience few in the U.S. routinely per- ensure that this landmark is “Many visitors see the sign in expert maternal fetal medicine, in managing even the most diffi- forming robotic mitral repair, always ready for a close-up.” person while hiking the trail to and nation leading adult heart cult surgical cases,” Kim said. with a near 100% success rate for The Hitachi DK-H200 cam- Mt. Lee,” Panatier added. care and transplantation. “We are thrilled to join with the degenerative mitral disease. eras feature 2.6 million-pixel, For information and to view “We are delighted to work with experts at Cedars-Sinai to form a For information, visit cedars- native 1080P CMOS imagers, the webcams, visit hollywood- the Smidt Heart Institute to create truly comprehensive pediatric sinai.org. with greater than 1100 TV lines sign.org. a new, world-class option for and adult congenital program for congenital heart patients and their the city of Los Angeles.” families,” said Dr. Vaughn The Cedars-Sinai heart trans- Starnes, founding executive plant and structural heart pro- director of the Keck Medicine of grams are the largest in the U.S. USC Cardiovascular Thoracic Recently, U.S. News & World Institute and the H. Russell Smith Report’s Best Hospitals report Foundation Chair for Stem Cell ranked Cedars-Sinai third in the

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5969 Melrose Ave. (corner of Wilcox) (323)467-7124 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 August 13, 2020 Beverly Hills updates mayor L.A. LGBT Center mourns former medical director In response to the July 29 passing became the center’s first medical of Dr. Benjamin E. Teller, who was director and was given free rein to on commissions’ progress appointed as the first medical direc- build the clinic as he saw fit. It tor of the Los Angeles LGBT opened in the fall of 1972, and all of On Aug. 10, the commissions support of respect and responsi- Center and subsequently served as a the doctors worked for free,” Jean of the city of Beverly Hills ble actions, and promotes posi- member of the center’s board of said. offered updates during the tive neighbor-to-neighbor rela- directors from 1976-80, L.A. “Several years later, Ben joined Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting. tions. LGBT Center CEO Lorri L. Jean the center’s board of directors and The Arts and Culture Applications, which are due said in a statement that Teller’s served as its president during the Commission advised that staff Friday, Sept. 4, are available online passing after a battle with cancer controversial period when almost has secured a contract with the at beverlyhills.org/embracecivil- “hurts my heart.” all of the center’s lesbian employ- shipping company and has been ityaward, by emailing humanser- “I will always remember Ben for ees, supported by many lesbians in working with them to ship a piece [email protected] or calling the battles he won. Ben first got the community, protested the center by Chinese artist Ai Weiwei. The (310)285-1006. involved with the center in the early for its failure to properly include photo courtesy of the L.A. LGBT Center artwork is scheduled to ship from The Recreation and Parks 1970s. As a physician with a beard lesbians on the management team. Dr. Benjamin E. Teller, the first Beijing, China soon. The piece Commission continues to provide and a ponytail, he was referred to For 48 years, Ben did what he could medical director of the Los Angeles will then go to a fabricator and daily lunch to seniors through by some as a ‘hippie doctor.’ In to help the center do better and do LGBT Center and a former mem- will remain there for at least 10 two different programs. The reg- 1972, at the age of 31, he agreed to well,” Jean added. ber of the center’s board of direc- weeks while a plinth is made. ular senior nutrition program share his license and liability insur- Jean also noted that Teller and his tors, passed away last month. Updates are expected next continues to have frozen meals ance with the center to enable the partner, Benjamin Britt, were long- month. delivered twice a week to creation of the center’s very first time LGBT Center donors and Los Angeles LGBT Center Staff also received the final Roxbury Community Center, clinic: a gay men’s VD clinic. It “made a generous gift to the capital “mourns his loss, celebrates his life approval from a donor for the where seniors pick the meals up. was the nation’s first VD clinic campaign for the Anita May and sends our deep condolences to installation costs for a piece of art This program is open to both res- specifically for gay clientele. Ben Rosenstein Campus.” Jean said the his partner, Ben, family and by Alexandra Nechita. An agree- idents and non-residents. The friends.” ment has been drafted by staff daily deliveries continue and cur- “Today’s center stands on a foun- and sent to the artist and their rep- rently provide lunch to 190 dation that Ben helped build,” Jean resentatives for their review and Beverly Hills residents. said. “Our mission continues to approval. The city’s Camp Beverly Hills embrace his vision of a world The commission is also work- also recently concluded. Five where LGBT people can be open ing on an Art Walk Brochure, weeks of in-person summer camp and honest about themselves and which is in its final stages of was held at La Cienega enjoy better health as a result.” completion. The brochure will Community Center. The camp For information, visit lalgbtcen- feature many of Beverly Hills’ had a total of 30 kids enrolled in ter.org. most distinguished art pieces. each week in small pod classes., The map will serve as a guide for and each week, camps had those interested in taking a self- themed activities. guided tour. Information about Theater Arts Summer Camp the map will also be added to the concluded on Friday, Aug. 7, and photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office beverlyhillsarts.org page once the session was in-person and Mayor Eric Garcetti announced Los Angeles has provided more than 1 completed. held at Greystone Mansion. The million COVID-19 tests. The Human Relations session concluded with a drive-in Commission is seeking applica- movie on Thursday, Aug. 6, held tions for the 2020 Embrace in the upper parking lot of the Civility Award. The award, now mansion. Parents and campers Los Angeles marks milestone in its ninth year, celebrates and attended to watch the final perfor- recognizes individuals or groups mance of “Frozen” that the chil- in the community who exemplify dren rehearsed during the four in COVID-19 testing one or more of the following weeks of camp. attributes: acts as a role model of For information, visit beverly- Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Curative to launch testing at mobile positive behavior, takes a stand in hills.org. recently announced that the city of kiosks, expanding the availability Los Angeles has administered more of testing to communities without than 1 million tests since the start of access to a drive-thru site. the COVID-19 pandemic, a major “Mayor Garcetti rose to an milestone in L.A.’s fight against the unprecedented challenge with no FilmLA issues update on virus. federal strategy and limited sup- Joined by leaders from port. CORE is proud of its team of Community Organized Relief everyday citizens who have production restart progress Effort, Curative-Korva Labs and stepped up to do their part, along- the Los Angeles Fire Department, side our city’s firefighters and other On Aug. 5, FilmLA, partner President Paul Audley said. the mayor touted the public-private workers,” CORE Co-Founder and film office for the city and county “Hundreds of smaller projects partnerships that helped the city CEO Ann Lee said. “Now in our of Los Angeles and other local have successfully applied safe set reach the milestone on Aug. 5 and fifth month of fighting this pan- jurisdictions, issued an update practices as outlined in state and highlighted the next steps in the demic, we know that testing is one regarding regional filming activi- local public health orders. ongoing effort to stop the spread of piece of saving the lives and liveli- ty following the reopening of Meanwhile, continuing dialogue COVID-19 and save lives. hoods at stake right now. We must most areas in L.A. County to pro- between studio and labor repre- “This virus thrives on division, do more. We ask the public to con- duction. sentatives is driving focused but this week’s milestone is a testa- tinue doing its part to mask, dis- After receiving the go-ahead attention to cast, crew and vendor ment to what is possible when we tance and test, and if testing posi- from local authorities to begin safety and compliance.” harness the power of partnerships,” tive, to quarantine and fully partici- processing film permits, FilmLA Currently, all 16 of the city and Garcetti said. “Our job is far from pate with contact tracers.” resumed remote office operations county jurisdictions served by done and this announcement only The city has also partnered with on June 15. Limited filming FilmLA are open to filming, reinforces the magnitude of the task the L.A. County Department of activity was underway in the while one of the six school dis- ahead, to continue championing Public Health to increase a contact region by June 19. tricts served by FilmLA has also nimble, effective solutions that tracing program. Since then, FilmLA has reopened to host filming and base keep our people healthy and our “The men and women of the received approximately 577 film camp parking on campus. communities safe.” LAFD continue to work collabo- permit applications from 422 FilmLA’s COVID-19 Resource Early in the crisis, Los Angeles ratively with Mayor Garcetti’s unique projects. Daily application Center, filmla.com/covid-19, lists became the first large city in the staff and the dedicated personnel intake has increased marginally the areas served by FilmLA and United States to offer widespread from Curative and CORE to facil- over time, growing from approx- their current filming availability. testing for anyone, with or without itate citywide COVID-19 testing imately 14 applications per day in This page also includes links to symptoms. At city sites, CORE has for Angelenos,” LAFD Chief late June to 18 per day in late resources from film industry led operations and Curative has Ralph Terrazas said. “The battle July. This is around 34% of the organizations and the Los conducted testing analysis, with the against COVID-19 is unlike any- application count FilmLA would Angeles County Department of city and LAFD overseeing the pro- thing we have seen in our lifetime, expect under normal conditions, Public Health, including manda- gram. and I am proud that our organiza- upheld principally by activity in tory health orders that apply to The city has spent nearly $100 tions were able to quickly answer the advertising industry (still pho- filming on location. million to bring free testing to resi- the mayor's call to design, staff tography and commercials). TV “As production continues to dents, working with partner organi- and supply such a complex opera- reality production has also started pick up, it’s essential that the zations to establish COVID-19 tion.” to resume; FilmLA cautions that hosting communities are assured diagnostic testing sites at six drive- Residents seeking testing for overall activity will remain low about the industry’s commitment thru and two walk-up locations, as COVID-19 are encouraged to until scripted television and fea- to safety,” Audley said. “Being well as dozens of pop-up communi- make an appointment with their ture production pick up, which is closed to the public, the physical ty testing sites. The city provided health care providers, or the more expected in early September. film production environment is testing for a majority of skilled than 100 state, county and com- “It is not an exaggeration to say among the safer work settings nursing facilities in Los Angeles munity-based providers offering that there are few other industries available.” and required monthly testing for all free testing in the Los Angeles seeking to reopen as responsibly For information, visit staff and residents. The city of Los area. For information, visit coron- as the film business,” FilmLA filmla.com. Angeles will soon partner with avirus.lacity.org/testing. 12 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

napkins, and dishes and glassware Angeles. Originally opened in 1926 Lawry’s Silver will be brought once seated. as a safe haven for women by RESTAURANT NEWS Cart Terrace Condiments, including Lawry’s women, the hotel is offering a Suite seasoned salt and pepper, will be in Summertime Stay through the end by Jill Weinlein e among the first to enjoy an single-serving ramekins. Menus of the year starting at $140 a night. Bextraordinary dining experi- will be viewable on your smart- Make a reservation throughout the Porto’s Bake at Refugiados (guave and cheese ence under the summer stars at phone or, if you prefer, single-use month of August and receive a $50 strudel), meat pies, cookies and Lawry’s. Management and staff paper menus that are discarded dining credit to the hotel’s new out- Home croissants. The chocolate twist with have developed protocols that safe- after each use. The famous spinning door poolside eatery, Veranda Al vanilla cream and Belgium choco- guard guests and co-workers, in bowl salad will be spun 6 feet from Fresco. Executive chef Adrian ow you can enjoy many of late chips is a fan favorite. Order accordance with health guidelines. your table, and guests are limited to Garcia makes Mexico City-inspired NPorto’s sweet and savory items online at portosbakery.com. Reservations are required in order two hours of dining. 100 N. La street tacos, esquites and squash- without leaving home. Frozen pas- to maintain social distancing. Staff Cienega Blvd., (310)652-2827. blossom quesadillas. Pair with

tries, empanadas and rice balls are and guests are required to wear face refreshing cocktails, non-alcoholic delivered to your door, ready to go masks. They must be worn any Hotel Figueroa’s beverages and boozy paletas. into the oven. Each box includes time guests are not seated at a table. Veranda Al Fresco offers contact- sheets of parchment paper and Self park is available at the garage 94th birthday less in-room ordering and poolside detailed instructions on how to next door or at meters on La service via the hotel’s new app. bake the products. Options include Cienega Boulevard. Hand-sanitizer n Aug. 14, the Hotel Figueroa Guests will also receive a limited- their newest product, Arroz con stations are available for guests’ Owill celebrate a momentous edition Society6 tote bag and towel Pollo Frito, along with cheese rolls, use. Silverware will be rolled in milestone in the city of Los continues next page photo courtesy of Porto’s

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Social-distancing rules are in full beef sandwich kit, a six pack of wants to offer cash grants to heroes up the order and bring it to the the- effect, and everyone must wear a Manuela Meat n’Three matzo ball soup and whole pies, delivering food to hospitals and ater at 7 p.m. Orders must be placed mask. For guests who arrive without including their rose petal pie, in a 6- small restaurant owners bringing by 3 p.m. the same day of the event a mask, the restaurant offers one for curbside dinner or 9-inch size. Please allow a 48- affordable pantry staples to under- to guarantee delivery that evening. $3 at the entrance after a tempera- hour notice for pie pick up. Also served communities. Local For the next three consecutive ture-taking check in. The Waterfront onight through Sunday, Aug. order pints of ice cream or Santa activists, frontline workers and Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, offers a full menu and a picnic pack- T16, order a classic Southern- Barbara pistachio for takeout over other heroes can be nominated to be patrons sit on the rooftop at a serene age for home or outside social dis- style meal for $28 per person at the phone or via Tock. a California Hero at the Golden 6,000-square-foot space to watch a tancing at the beach. Take away Manuela and have it delivered birdiegsla.com. 2421 Michigan Road website and via Instagram. movie and dine starting at 6 p.m. options include The Beach BBQ between 6 and 9:30 p.m. Order via Ave., (310)310-3616. Full rules and regulations can be Guests will submit to a temperature with two mahi-mahi, two shrimp, screening, follow the one-way entry Tock, Postmates or drive over for found on the website. The deadline two tri-tip and two Baja crispy fish curbside pickup. This special is is Aug. 19, after which Golden and exit protocols, and wear a tacos with chips and guacamole. It available first-come, first-serve KazuNori hand roll Road will select 20 Heroes to mask. Seating is limited, and no also comes with ceviche, corn on with limited availability. Meat n’ receive $500 in cash and recognize walk-ups are allowed. A single tick- the cob and watermelon. The Three is a nightly plated supper that kit to go their work in serving those in need. et is $30 and guests may sit together California BBQ includes a whole includes a main course and a choice Golden Road rolled out their new if they are family members or shel- chicken, chips and guacamole, arti- of three vegetables or side dishes. nown as part of Sushi Nozawa Fruit Cart Hard Seltzer nationwide. tering in place. For a line-up of choke dip, salad, corn on the cob, Tonight is lemon pepper chicken, KGroup (Sugarfish + Nozawa The brewery’s new bubbly hard films and reservations, please call tortillas and watermelon. Weekend tomorrow it’s shrimp boil and on Bar), KazuNori is now offering a seltzers are made with real fruit the box office or visit themontal- brunch items include hemp pan- Saturday, Aug. 15, it’s a smothered hand-roll kit at all LA KazuNori juice, perfect for those hot summer ban.com/rooftopmovies.1615 Vine cakes and strawberries, California pork chop. Sunday is fried chicken locations. Each kit comes with four days. Flavors include cucumber St., (323)461-6999. burrito and an acai bowl. The night. Sides change daily and could different fillings that include toro, lime, mango, strawberry pineapple Waterfront is open on Wednesday be blistered snap peas, ham-braised crab, yellowtail and salmon, along and watermelon. At a sessionable through Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., field peas and collard greens, or with Nozawa’s signature warm 4% ABV and less than 113 calories Akasha Richmonds and Saturday and Sunday starting at butterball potatoes. It also comes rice, seaweed and an assortment of per slim 12-ounce can, it’s ideal to now serving brunch noon. Reservations available on with a biscuit or cornbread and condiments to make 20 hand rolls. enjoy by the pool and during a sum- Dine in or take out on Saturdays Resy. 205 Ocean Front Walk, nightly dessert. Manuela is also The $95 kit serves four to five peo- mer barbecue while staying and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (424)309-5333. offering their famed fried chicken ple and is available for pickup and #saferathome. Order a variety pack

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Los Angeles Police block of Hollywood. At 9:45 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 7100 P OLICE BLOTTER Department An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of Hollywood. tim near the corner of Fountain Aug. 2 and Vine at 2:50 p.m. Aug. 7

At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- At 4:50 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:15 a.m., an unknown sus- The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the pect burglarized a vehicle parked committed a petty theft in the 900 pect assaulted a victim in the 6400 areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between in the 8600 block of Burton Way. block of N. Western. block of Selma. Aug. 2 and Aug. 8. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles petty theft near the corner of grand theft in the 1900 block of petty theft in the 6600 block of County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and Hollywood and Vine at 1 a.m. Grace at 5 p.m. Franklin at 1:35 a.m. the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft I the 5100 burglarized a vehicle parked in the assaulted a victim near the corner Beverly Hills Police West Hollywood block of Sunset. 6400 block of Ivarene. of Selma and Wilcox.

Department Sheriff’s Station An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 8400 block of vehicle parked in the 300 block of petty theft in the 6500 block of Aug. 2 Aug. 2 Melrose Place at 2 a.m. S. Detroit at 8 p.m. Hollywood at 6:30 a.m.

An unknown suspect assaulted a At 2:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 10:20 a.m., an unknown sus- At 8:10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 9200 block of stole a vehicle parked near the pect stole a vehicle parked in the assaulted a victim in the 600 block assaulted a victim near the corner Charleville at 2:20 a.m. corner of Edinburgh and Santa 1600 block of N. La Brea. of Ridgeley. of Whitley and Hollywood. Monica.

At 1:31 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a grand theft in the Aug. 3 tim in the 1200 block of S. La Brea vehicle parked in the 4200 block of victim near the corner of Cochran 9600 block of Wilshire. at 1:10 p.m. W. Fifth at 11:40 p.m. and Sixth at 2:54 p.m.

At 5:46 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- committed a burglary in the 7100 At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Aug. 5 At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 300 block of block of Santa Monica. committed a petty theft near the committed a petty theft near the Rexford at 8:30 p.m. corner of Selma and Ivar. At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect corner of Melrose and Gardner.

An unknown suspect committed a stole a vehicle parked near the Aug. 3 burglary in the 600 block of N. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- corner of Hillside and LA Brea. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Robertson at 6 a.m. tim near the corner of Fairfax and cle parked in the 1300 block of N. At 1:20 a.m., an unknown suspect Whitworth at 3:20 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a Sierra Bonita at 7 p.m. committed a burglary in the 400 At 1:35 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 100 block of block of Roxbury. robbed a victim in the 8400 block At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect S. Fairfax at 9:20 a.m. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect of Sunset. burglarized a vehicle parked near stole a vehicle parked in the 1500 An unknown suspect committed a the corner of Lexington and June. At 9:45 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Poinsettia. petty theft in the 400 block of An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the Rodeo at 3:34 p.m. petty theft in the 8800 block of Aug. 3 300 block of S. Cloverdale. An unknown suspect committed a Santa Monica at 11:35 p.m. petty theft in the 800 block of N.

Aug. 4 At 12:30 a.m., a suspect assaulted An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Stanley at 7:37 p.m. Aug. 4 a victim during a domestic vio- cle parked in the 1800 block of At 12:40 a.m., an unknown sus- lence incident near the corner of Outpost at 10 a.m. At 7:40 p.m., an unknown suspect pect stole a vehicle parked in the At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Fourth and June. committed a burglary in the 1600 100 block of Roxbury. assaulted a victim in the 9000 At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Cahuenga. block of Santa Monica. An unknown suspect burglarized a stole a vehicle parked near the An unknown suspect assaulted a vehicle parked in the 1800 block of corner of Hobart and Sunset. An unknown suspect burglarized a victim in the 9600 block of Wilshire An unknown suspect assaulted a Tamarind at 1:35 a.m. vehicle parked in the 5400 block of at 11:58 p.m. victim in the 8500 block of Santa An unknown suspect committed a Sunset at 8 p.m. Monica at 12:30 p.m. At 2:45 a.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 300 block of S. La

Aug. 5 committed a burglary in the 4100 Brea at 11:30 a.m. At 8:45 p.m., an unknown suspect Aug. 6 block of Wilshire. burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 8:17 a.m., a vandalism incident At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect 1100 block of N. Orange. was reported in the 300 block of At 3 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 600 Rodeo. committed a burglary in the 600 petty theft in the 5500 block of block of S. Hudson. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of N. Robertson. Harold Way at 6 a.m. cle parked in the 500 block of S. Aug. 6 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Bronson at 9:25 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a At 6:11 a.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 1500 block of Vine at An unknown suspect committed a victim in the 8900 block of Santa robbed a victim in the 8200 block 4:05 p.m. Aug. 8 burglary in the 9500 block of Monica at 10:30 p.m. of Blackburn. Wilshire at 7:05 p.m. A second At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect At 9:15 a.m., an unknown suspect burglary was reported in the same Aug. 7 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- committed a petty theft in the 1600 area at 7:10 p.m. tim near the corner of Hauser and committed a burglary in the 100 block of N. Schrader. block of N. La Cienega. At 12:11 a.m., an unknown sus- San Vicente at 11:55 a.m. At 10:41 p.m., an unknown sus- pect committed a burglary in the An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a pect committed a petty theft in the 1200 block of Kings. At noon, an unknown suspect bur- vehicle parked in the 9000 block of glarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked in the 1400 block of 300 block of Canon. Beverly at 8:20 p.m. 1400 block of Vine. N. Gardner at 10:30 a.m. A suspect assaulted a victim dur-

Aug. 7 ing a domestic violence incident in At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a At 11:45 a.m., an unknown sus- the 8200 block of Norton at 2 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the petty theft in the 500 block of S. pect stole a vehicle parked in the At 5:41 p.m., a suspect was arrest- 1300 block of N. Martel. Muirfield at 3:30 p.m. 7100 block of Beverly. ed on suspicion of driving under At 12:06 p.m., an unknown sus-

the influence of alcohol or drugs pect committed a burglary in the At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect Aug. 6 An unknown suspect assaulted a near the corner of Canon and 1200 block of N. Ogden. Santa Monica. burglarized a vehicle parked near victim in the 300 block of N. the corner of Clinton and Norton. At 2:15 a.m., an unknown suspect Orange at 1:25 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a petty theft in the 6000 An unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 8800 block of Sunset block of Carlton Way. At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 8600 block of Wilshire at 5:53 p.m. Aug. 4 committed a petty theft near the at 9:53 p.m. At 6:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a corner of Harold and Saint At 6:09 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6700 victim near the corner of Sunset Andrews. Aug. 8 assaulted a victim in the 8500 block of Hollywood. and Cherokee at 2:50 a.m. block of Sunset. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 1:31 a.m., a suspect was arrest- ed on suspicion of driving under An unknown suspect burglarized a At noon, an unknown suspect tim in the 5800 block of Franklin at An unknown suspect stole a vehi- vehicle parked in the 6500 block of stole a vehicle parked near the 2:30 p.m. the influence of alcohol or drugs in cle parked near the corner of Sunset at 9 a.m. corner of Fountain and Hobart. the 9600 block of Wilshire. Santa Monica and Huntley at 11 At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect p.m. At 10:45 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect committed a assaulted a victim near the corner An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 100 block of La pect committed a petty theft in the grand theft in the 200 block of S. of Wilshire and LA Brea. Cienega at 9:15 a.m. Aug. 8 700 block of S. Stanley. La Brea at 2:30 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 2:24 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:56 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect burglarized a At 4:20 p.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 100 block of The Grove committed a petty theft in the 300 pect assaulted a victim in the 600 vehicle parked near the corner of committed a petty theft in the 1000 at 5:55 p.m. block of Rodeo. block of N. La Cienega. Orange and Fountain at 11:15 block of Keniston. a.m. At 9:45 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- burglarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked in the 400 block of vehicle parked in the 8300 block of At 12:40 p.m., an unknown sus- tim near the corner of Hollywood 400 block of S. Van Ness. Spalding at 5:22 p.m. Willoughby at 2:34 a.m. pect burglarized a vehicle parked and Highland at 4:30 p.m. in the 600 block of Rimpau. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 8:45 p.m., an unknown suspect At 6 a.m., an unknown suspect At 6:50 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 1100 block of N. committed a burglary in the 9400 burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a assaulted a victim in the 600 block Cahuenga at 10 p.m. block of Brighton. 1400 block of Havenhurst. petty theft in the 6600 block of of N. McCadden. Santa Monica at 2 p.m. At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect assaulted a pect stole a vehicle parked near victim in the 700 block of N. Rodeo vehicle parked in the 7700 block of At 2:45 p.m., an unknown suspect victim near the corner of Selma the corner of De Longpre and Las at 11:55 p.m. Santa Monica at 8:20 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 6900 and Cherokee at 7:55 p.m. Palmas. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 August 13, 2020 Comoncy offers rooftop dining in Beverly Grove BY JILL WEINLEIN

lmost 10 years ago, I Third Street near Crescent Heights. peanuts and julienne jicama for a reviewed Napa Valley Following California and Los pleasing crunch. Sliced heirloom AGrille in Westwood helmed Angeles health and safety man- carrots and sweet red cherry pep- by executive chef Joseph Gillard. dates, Comoncy reopened for take- padew peppers add sweetness, He told me how much he appreci- out, delivery and contactless al fres- some fresh basil ensures earthiness ates farmers because he was raised co dining. Team members are and crispy ginger a touch of heat. on a 40-acre farm in Michigan. His ServSafe-certified and required to It’s tossed with a sweet chili Mae family had a large vegetable garden pass a health check each day. Ploy vinaigrette and served with a and market stand to provide suste- We met our server Carlos at the generous slice of baguette. nance and income. order counter, standing in front of a We decided to share the At the age of 5, he became infat- bright orange tiled wall. He wel- Comoncy Beyond burger, and after uated with Julia Child on television comed us and recommended we try one bite, I declared it’s one of the and started reading her cookbooks their new Tenzo matcha lemonade. best veggie burgers I have tasted. when he was 10, declaring to his It offers the caffeine of a mid-after- Imagine a Beyond meatless burger mother that he wanted a be a chef. noon pickup and has the health ben- that is quinoa-crusted, layered with When he moved to Los Angeles, efits of green tea without the jitters sliced bright red tomatoes, savory he worked at a few restaurants, or crash. After one sip, we both crispy onions, a pleasing remoulade including Joachim Splichal’s Pinot agreed the green beverage tasted and handful of local greens in- Bistro. Through his work at Napa like an uplifting Arnold Palmer between a soft brioche bun. Valley Grille, he supported local without being too sweet. Chef Gillard and his team also farms, and launched his own com- Gillard’s menu includes make a caprese sandwich on a cia- munity-supported agriculture pro- European-style breakfasts served batta, roasted turkey on a baguette gram. He led a chef’s tour of the all day to be enjoyed with artisanal with green apples and a walnut Westwood Village Farmers Market roasted coffee beverages made spread, and a Beverly Hills club on and organized the first-ever from a state-of-the-art espresso whole grain bread that is layered photo by Jill Weinlein Westwood and UCLA Volunteer machine. with chicken breast, slices of apple- Relax on the rooftop at Comoncy offering views above 3rd during break- Day, preparing and donating 450 Glass cases next to the counter wood-smoked bacon, Roma toma- fast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner. Friendly servers will deliver your gourmet box lunches to volunteers. display rows of puffy pastries, toes, a smear of Dijon mustard, food for take-out or to dine on the patio. This kind chef contributes his time fruity muffins, colorful cakes and scallion aioli and local organic to numerous Los Angeles fundrais- cookies. greens. garden dining patio overlooking the or take-away. ers, including Meals on Wheels, the Savory items include organic egg Other entrées include a Beverly Grove area for picturesque Comoncy is also dog-friendly. Los Angeles Opera Wine Auction and applewood-smoked bacon Mediterranean-style grilled wild social distancing dining. Guests are They make a doggie bowl filled and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric breakfast sandwiches; La Jolla egg salmon, served with quinoa tab- encouraged to sit at one of the tables with chicken and grains for pets to AIDS Foundation. white omelette with spinach, feta bouleh, organic spinach and Greek on the patio and order from their dine with their owners. After he left Napa Valley Grille and avocado; egg bowls and eggs to yogurt tzatziki; and a brown rice smartphone instead of waiting at the Come see why I am a big fan of in 2011, he joined the Coral Tree your liking. The avocado toast is on bowl with chopped local market counter. A step-by-step process chef Gillard and his team who are Cafe group as the new corporate olive bread with oven-roasted vegetables, grilled chicken breast helps diners upload Comoncy’s preparing flavorful, comforting and chef, presiding over three cafe loca- tomatoes, sliced radish and a sprin- slices and a pleasing homemade online ordering platform where you healthy dishes for a good value at tions in Brentwood, Encino and kling of Maldon sea salt. salsa to add on top. can place an order and pay, limiting Comoncy. Go online to see the Century City. They offer a kale salad similar to Macaroni and cheese fans will employee interaction, if so desired. menu and for other locations and With its success, co-owner and Gillard’s Napa Valley Grille fan- like the orecchiette pasta topped A staff member will deliver your hours. comoncy.com. $-$$ 8201 restaurateur Kevin Khalili invited favorite kale salad, so I ordered one. with three different cheeses – aged order to your table either for dine-in Third St., (424)317- 5801. him to be the head corporate chef at What makes his kale salad so cheddar, Parmesan Reggiano and another new dining concept, unique is that it’s 50% kale and pepper jack. A generous splash of Comoncy. 50% romaine lettuce tossed with cream and garlic bread crumbs The name Comoncy means a golden raisins, organic quinoa, complete this comforting dish. community that prides itself on almonds, shredded Parmesan Another pasta on the menu is a Crraaving our CoCorned Beef? good food, good company and Regina and shallots, before being homemade Shelton turkey good coffee while focusing on drizzled with lemon vinaigrette. Bolognese on pappardelle pasta, healthy eating, fresh ingredients My daughter ordered the colorful with organic basil, a little cream and farm-to-table cuisine. Thai salad that arrived chopped and sprinkling of Parmesan Last week, my daughter and I with Napa cabbage and local organ- Reggiano. visited the new Comoncy Cafe on ic greens and enhanced with toasted Carlos invited us to the rooftop

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The Aug. 14, 1980, issue of the Park Labrea News featured Sam the Olympic Eagle, the official mascot of the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Sam was created by Disney for Olympic organizers and got an early start in promoting the games, which were held four years later. Sam the Olympic Eagle was unveiled during the summer as the United States and 66 other countries boycotted the 1980 Olympic Games in Moscow in opposition to Soviet military involvement in Afghanistan. In return, the USSR boycotted the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The games were a major success, however, and were considered a model for future Olympic host cities. Star athletes such as Edwin Moses, 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. Carl Lewis, Greg Louganis and Mary Lou Retton became house- West Hollywood, CA 90046 hold names during the summer of 1984. The financial success of (323)248-0840 If we don’t have your item in stock, the 1984 games in Los Angeles is still evident in the LA84 visit AceHardware.com and have it shipped tashmans.com Foundation, which funds youth sports and recreational activities. to our store for pick-up! Los Angeles is poised to host the Olympic Games again in 2028. or shop online at AceHardware.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 August 13, 2020 Post & Beam goes for the Gold The culinary team behind the South Los Angeles eatery received the Los Angeles Times Gold Award, named for the late Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold. Founding owners Brad and Linda Johnson along with founding Chef Govind Armstrong share the honor with the current owners, Chef John and wife, Roni Cleveland. The Los Angeles Times Gold Award is given annual- ly with the “purpose of honoring excellence and photo courtesy of Grand Park expanding the notion of what Southern California Asia Yu performs at “B-Boy Summit” 2019 in Grand Park. cooking might be,” as described by Gold in 2017, prior to his death. In addition to the Los Angeles Times Gold Award, photo by Christina House for the Los Angeles Times/ Hip-hop enthusiasts prepare for Post & Beam was also added to “Jonathan Gold’s 101 courtesy of Wyllisa Bennett List” during its first five years of operation and Post & Beam nabs the Los Angeles Times Gold received a positive review from the former Los Angeles Award, named after L.A. Times food critic, the late international B-Boy Summit Times’ restaurant and wine columnist S. Irene Virbila. Jonathan Gold. Establishing itself as a South L.A. cultural institu- Following the success of the 2019 live “B-Boy Summit” hosted in the tion, the Johnsons opened the fine dining restaurant in park, Grand Park will present the international event in a virtual format 2011. It is located adjacent to the Baldwin Hills pings as pepperoni, turkey meatballs, shrimp and wild with “Grand Park Presents B-Boy Summit 2020.” Crenshaw Plaza Mall. mushrooms; smoked BBQ baby back ribs and red cab- Founded by B-Girl icon Asia Yu and produced by No Easy Props, the B- Armstrong served as head chef, mentoring and even- bage slaw; fried jerked catfish; buttermilk fried chicken Boy Summit has been held in Los Angeles for more than 20 years. With tually passing the baton to Cleveland. Last year, the and more. this year’s theme as “Hip-Hop 4 Social Change,” the multifaceted festival Clevelands took over ownership of Post & Beam, keep- “I consider myself a ‘working chef’ and I love cre- will not only celebrate hip-hop culture with street dance, art and music per- ing it a Black-owned business. ating California comfort food,” Cleveland said. formances, but also provide a vibrant platform for educational panels and “With the changing of the guards, John will benefit “Comfort food is simple; yet it requires perfect execu- discussions rooted in the genre’s foundation of social justice activism. from business consulting and access to senior leader- tion.” “With footage shot live and safely during this COVID season, we unveil ship as well as mentorship in the kitchen from Govind, This week, foodies and food lovers are encouraged pieces of truth, resistance, empowerment and self-determination through while Linda and I will focus on extending the brand to visit Post & Beam during Black Restaurant Week, the skills of hip-hop culture, activating communities and artists toward through Post & Beam Hospitality,” Johnson said. which is going on through Aug. 16. In its fifth year, the action, healing and progress,” Yu said. Post & Beam focuses on California comfort food. event celebrates the flavors of African American, The free, family-friendly summit takes place online on Friday, Aug. 14, The restaurant offers a variety of hand-stretched pizzas African and Caribbean cuisine. from 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 15, from 3-7 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 16, and traditional southern comfort food, using local Post & Beam is open Tuesday thru Friday from 4-8 from 3-6 p.m. The livestream will be accessible through Grand Park’s dig- ingredients. p.m. The restaurant offers outdoor dining, as well as ital streaming channels B-Boy Summit and the Music Center Offstage. Born in Oakland, California and raised in the outer limited-contact, private day parties for gatherings up to Viewers will also experience informative, educational panels, artist talk- banks of North Carolina, Cleveland draws his influ- 25 guests on its open-air patio. You can also order ins, street dance, emcee workshops, DJ and breaking exhibition battles, ences from southern soul food, Carolina BBQ, coastal online, on the Post & Beam app, available on Google health and financial empowerment classes and performances. seafood and Neapolitan cuisine. His favorite menu Play, and on Postmates. Activities organized on Aug. 15 will also include a post-party at 6 p.m., items include the hand-stretched pizzas with such top- For information, visit postandbeamla.com. so viewers can jam at home while listening to the beats of DJ Timber. “A prime example of Grand Park’s mission to honor the county’s cultur- al diversity through meaningful program, ‘Grand Park Presents B-Boy The Academy announces 2020 Film Scholars grant recipients Summit 2020’ is also an innovative adaptation of the park’s long-standing partner tradition of celebrating, supporting and uplifting community lead- Racquel Gates and Rebecca especially gratified by the ity,” Prime said. ers, such as Asia and No Easy Props,” said Julia Diamond, director of Prime have been named 2020 Academy's recognition and support, Established in 1999, the Grand Park. Academy Film Scholars by the which will provide the opportunity Academy Film Scholars program is “The summit focuses on the artistic, educational and social justice roots Academy of Motion Picture Arts to turn this project – long dear to my designed to support significant new of hip-hop to help unify communities and generations,” Diamond added. and Sciences. Their respective book heart and charged with a new imme- works of film scholarship. For infor- “By transitioning a live event into a virtual one, we can continue to lift each projects, “Hollywood Style and the diacy by current events – into a real- mation, visit org/filmscholars. other up, share our gifts and learn from one another as we stand in solidar- Invention of Blackness” and ity with B-Boys and B-Girls while spreading the peace, unity and cama- “Uptight!: Race, Revolution, and raderie of hip-hop culture.” the Struggle to Make the Most For information, visit bbsummit.com. Dangerous Film of 1968,” explore in depth the topic of race in Hollywood. SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP reach The Academy’s Educational Grants Committee will award Gates and Prime each $25,000 on the basis tentative animation agreement of their proposals. Gates is an associate professor of The Screen Actors Guild- 0.5% from the wage increase to the Cinema and Media Studies at the American Federation of Television contribution rate for the SAG- College of Staten Island, CUNY. & Radio Artists and the Alliance of AFTRA Health Plan or the SAG She is the author of “Double Motion Picture and Television Pension Plan/AFTRA Retirement Negative: The Black Image and Producers have reached a tentative Fund; a 26% improvement in resid- Popular Culture” and has also pub- agreement on the 2020 SAG- uals for high-budget animated pro- lished essays about Black film and AFTRA TV animation contracts. grams made for subscription media. Her book project, The agreements cover animated streaming services like Amazon “Hollywood Style and the Invention programs produced for television, and Hulu; and a further reduction of of Blackness,” will argue that the including network television, basic the budget threshold that triggers formal conventions of the Classical cable and streaming platforms such high-budget coverage for half-hour Hollywood era defined the stylistic as Hulu, Netflix and Amazon animated programs made for sub- terms for Blackness on screen and Prime. scription streaming services from continue to impact how cinematic The previous TV animation agree- $550,000 to $500,000. Blackness gets represented, under- ment, which was originally set to The agreement also incorporates stood and reimagined today. expire on June 30, was extended the change to the broadcast syndi- “I am immensely grateful and until July 30. SAG-AFTRA held cation residual from a fixed residual honored to receive the support of Wages and Working Conditions to a revenue-based residual at 6% the Academy to embark on this pro- meetings via Zoom on July 15 and of distributor’s gross receipts. The ject, which is especially meaningful 16. new formula was the key conces- in this cultural moment and in light The new agreement, which will sion that paid for the increase in of the Academy’s own diversity ini- now go to the SAG-AFTRA streaming residuals. tiatives,” Gates said. Executive Committee for approval, “This is a future-focused deal Prime is the associate editor of will apply retroactively to July 1 that builds off our successful televi- Film Quarterly, and her film and and extend through June 30, 2023. sion and film contract negotiations book reviews have appeared in the The deal builds off the recently- and even breaks new ground in the Los Angeles Times and the concluded live action agreements application of scale minimums to Washington Post. Her book project, and incorporates the applicable animated programs made for sub- “Uptight!: Race, Revolution, and gains of that agreement, including scription streaming services, a very the Struggle to Make the Most wage increases of 2.5% in the first important bread-and-butter issue Dangerous Film of 1968,” will year, 3% in the second year and 3% for our members and a strategic reveal the unusually troubled pro- in the third year; a 1% increase in breakthrough that is unique to this duction of “Uptight,” a film directed the contribution rate to the SAG- contract,” SAG-AFTRA President by Jules Dassin, and the first feature AFTRA Health Plan and optional Gabrielle Carteris said. film to address the Black Power wage diversions in years two and For information, visit movement. three that allow the union to shift sagaftra.org. “As an independent scholar, I'm 18 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

$7 billion LAUSD bond on Nov. ballot Immaculate Heart students are excited about

On Aug. 4, the Los Angeles “I am personally pleased to go Unified School District Board of forward with our Facilities beginning of new school year Education voted unanimously to Upgrade Bond because it will not Immaculate Heart High School place a $7 billion school construc- only provide our schools with and Middle School opened the new tion bond issue on the November needed safety school projects, school year today, Aug. 13, with dis- ballot which would allow the modernization and upgrades that tance learning, bringing teachers LAUSD to continue its multi-year will make a significant impact in and students together in virtual effort to upgrade school facilities. the lives of our students, it will classrooms. The existing construction and generate jobs and stimulate the Although Immaculate Heart modernization program has built economy,” said board President launched online classes, administra- more than 100 new schools; Richard Vladovic, 7th District. tors spent time during the summer replaced fire alarms, air condition- “More than 70% of our schools are developing a class schedule that ing systems and roofs at more than over 50 years old, and our students accommodates instructional options 500 schools; upgraded science should not have to learn in sub- depending on the easing of public labs; enabled technology use at standard, outdated facilities.” health orders. The school imple- schools and created more than “This bond measure is a critical mented distance learning last school 350,000 jobs. Comprehensive step in providing our students the year and is continuing it this year. modernization projects are cur- benefit of having access to 21st- “Our hope is to transition to a rently under way at 22 schools. century learning environments,” hybrid mix of online and face-to- However, much more work said board member George face instruction for students when remains, as 70% of school build- McKenna, 1st District. “I repre- possible,” Immaculate Heart High ings are over a half-century old. sent several schools that are over School Principal Naemah Morris “The funds from this bond mea- 100 years old, and we’ll see many said. “Ultimately, our goal is to wel- photo courtesy of Immaculate Heart sure would help continue to more campuses hit that milestone come all students back to campus Immaculate Heart Associated Student Body Officers Danielle Sanchez, upgrade facilities without an in the next five years. The future of classes when it is safe to do so.” left, Kate Rodgers and Lily Factora held welcome posters as incoming increase in tax rates,” the life of our school facilities for When both the high school and freshmen arrived at designated times last week to pick up their school- Superintendent Austin Beutner the next 100 years and beyond middle school switched to distance issued laptops. said. “I hope voters in November depends on the steps we take learning in March in response to will get out and vote on this impor- now.” COVID-19, teachers met the chal- during staff meetings earlier this seventh graders and two new eighth tant measure.” “Every child should have access lenge by creating virtual classrooms week. graders. In addition to bringing aging to a safe, supportive school envi- almost overnight. The campus has not been entirely This week’s high school orienta- campuses up to 21st-century learn- ronment, and as nearly 100 “The fact that our teachers and devoid of students in recent days. tion celebrated the arrival of 135 ing standards, the bond would schools turn 100 years old this fall, students already utilize technology New middle schooler students freshman students in the class of allow Los Angeles Unified to the need to provide that is great,” in their classes made our switch to picked up school-issued iPads, 2024, along with five transfer stu- improve accessibility and earth- said board member Nick Melvoin, distance learning a smooth one,” books, supplies and giveaway bags dents including two sophomores, quake safety, expand early clin- 4th District. “This bond will help Morris said. with an Immaculate Heart T-shirt two juniors and one senior. In small ics, upgrade school cafeterias and us continue the critical projects Immaculate Heart Middle School and a Panda bear stuffed animal in groups, students participated in vir- provide cleaner school buses and needed to provide our existing Principal Gina Finer also said facul- honor of the school mascot. The stu- tual sessions covering distance renewable energy. Bond proceeds schools with innovating learning ty members were instrumental in dents also attended a virtual iPad learning procedures, student ser- would also help address facilities spaces, secure campuses and mod- creating a successful new learning boot camp. vices, the freshman year experience needs to adapt to a post-COVID- ernized buildings.” experience for students last spring. Similarly, incoming high fresh- and a virtual campus tour with stu- 19 learning environment. For information, visit lausd.net. “Everyone stepped up to the plate men recently received their laptops dent leaders. with ideas and suggestions,” Finer as part of Immaculate Heart’s 1:1 For the start of the first day of said. “Teachers worked tirelessly to technology program. As the stu- classes, high school students came Interest-free loans can help students provide our girls with the same dents arrived on campus in small together as a single school commu- high-quality education and sense of groups, Associated Student Body nity for a virtual honor code assem- community that they would have officers and other student leaders bly. Welcoming them were Morris during upcoming school year had here on campus. I have no doubt held welcome signs and handed out and ASB president Cleo Riley, a The Jewish Free Loan Association can help families prepare for remote they will continue to rise to the chal- care packages that featured a Panda senior who also led students in a dis- learning with interest-free loans of up to $6,000. lenge this fall.” T-shirt in green –the freshman class cussion about the value of academic The loans can cover the costs of childcare, internet, textbooks, comput- Over the summer, many color. integrity. Afterward, students met in ers, tablets, printers, tutoring and other student needs. Once documents are Immaculate Heart teachers attended All new students recently attend- virtual groups to learn about the received, loans can be processed in a matter of days. All loans require guar- professional development work- ed virtual orientation programs to school’s honor code and to officially antors and recipients cannot have an existing outstanding loan with the shops to explore technology tools to prepare them for online classes. add their names affirming the code association. enhance their online classes via During last week’s middle school of conduct. JFLA is a nonsectarian organization serving all residents of Los Angeles Google Meet. The tools and other orientation, teachers joined student Immaculate Heart is located at County regardless of religion, race or gender. For information and pre-loan instructional tips were shared leaders to welcome 67 students to 5515 Franklin Ave. For information, applications, visit jfla.org. among Immaculate Heart’s faculty the sixth grade, along with six new visit immaculateheart.org. Rosewood STEM Magnet Urban Planning & Urban Design

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INTRODUCING 20 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Los Angeles welcomes digital green building conference and opportunities for sustainability The U.S. Green Building-Los Angeles Chapter will host its virtual Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo, the longest- running and largest gathering of leading sustainability and green building advocates within both the public and private sectors in Southern California, on Aug. 21- 22. The first day will be dedicated to members of the industry and the second day open to the greater L.A. community. U.S. Green Building- Los Angeles expects to attract more than 1,000 online attendees from across 88 cities in Southern photo courtesy of the U.S. Green Building-Los Angeles Chapter California and as many profession- Last year, industry leaders and members of the public enjoyed an in-per- als who are curious about SoCal’s son conference focusing on the environment and sustainability. This leadership and planning. year, due to the pandemic, the conference will be online. At a time when most groups and organizations are understanding Have Arrived! Myth Busting & and MGBCE event chair. photo courtesy of “Save Melrose” how to re-enter and re-engage Great Cooking on Induction (and Ben Stapleton, USGBC-LA Artists Amy Smith and Jennifer Korsen sold various art pieces and mer- with all kinds of spaces amid more) with Chef Rachelle executive director, said members chandise in-person during the “Save Melrose” event on Aug. 1. COVID-19, MGBCE’s 2020 pro- Boucher,” “Firewise Fact & of the organizations discussed last gramming was created for individ- Fiction” and various virtual tours. year what MGBCE should be uals striving to integrate sustain- This year’s conference has an focused on in 2020. Together, the ability into municipal action, overarching theme of equity members realized the priority had Street artists contribute office and home. which will be weaved throughout to be equity and their commitment Events on Friday, Aug. 21, are all presentations including climate to community, he added. free to USGBC-LA members, but actions plans, net zero buildings, “Little did we know at the time $75 for non-members. The first reach codes, resilience, affordable the increased significance that to Melrose charity event day is geared toward people in the housing, COVID, firewise design, would take on with the events of industry. empathy’s role in design and this year so far, or how much more Street artists came together to Danny Lethal, business owner Community Green Day will be decarbonization. we would really need to deliver on donate their time, talent and art- of Lethal Amounts Gallery, on Saturday, Aug. 22 and it will be “We are excited to host the first that theme as we look at how to work for “Save Melrose,” a com- offered the staging space for free for everyone to participate MGBCE Community Day which maintain momentum in transform- munity effort to rebuild four busi- donated art works to be pho- online. The public can expect will focus on how we can all pro- ing Southern California into a nesses destroyed by fires and loot- tographed for the online charity events such as “Harness Nature to mote sustainability in our own more sustainable region for all,” ing which occurred simultaneously auction. Some Cult members Improve Health & Wellness,” homes, our daily lives and in in Stapleton said. during peaceful protests for George came and prepared those artworks “Getting Started with Electric our communities,” said Steve For information, visit Floyd. for the virtual auction. Vehicles,” “Electric Kitchens Baule, USGBC-LA board member mgbce.online. Artists, local organizations and Donations can be made via more will organize a virtual charity PayPal and for individuals inter- auction for “Save Melrose” on Aug. ested in bidding are encouraged to Autry Online offers recipes and interactive programs 14, which is part of ongoing efforts visit the “Save Melrose” website, The Autry Museum’s digital American history and culture, Mexicanas: Sharing Multicultural to support Pearl’s Nail Salon, Doc and follow event updates. platform, Autry Online, continues returns for “What is This Object?” Foodways.” The cookbook, pub- Martens, Tony K. and Reloaded. Street artists Amy Smith, B- to produce kid-friendly content In this series, Capture presents an lished in 1937, is part of the On Aug. 1-2, numerous street Luv, Corie Mattie, Colette von, and educational lessons for people object from the Autry’s collec- Autry’s special collections and artists conducted painting sessions INKSAP, Jason Ostro, Jennifer of all ages. tions and asks children to explore contains recipes which were con- on Melrose Avenue and they creat- Korsen, Kar_Part, Laney Chantal, Joe Horse Capture (A’aninin), ideas as to what they think it could tributed by Mexican-American ed more 20 pieces to be auctioned Life After Death Street, Little the Autry’s vice president of be. women living in Pasadena. for “Save Melrose.” Retailers at Ricky, M., Meg Zany, Pastey native collections and the Join the Autry staff as they read For information, visit the Headline Records and Rebel Rebel Whyte, Skye Amber Sweet, Ahmanson curator of Native a culinary adventure “Comidas autry.org. Hollywood coordinated the event Shlome and Sya Warfield con- facilitated by anonymous musi- tributed their art for the online cians and artists of Some Cult. auction. Additionally, artists Through generous donations Daynaland, Gilliane Sydiongco, from sponsoring shops, vendors and Johnny G. and Josh Alves have artists, the volunteer staff of “Save also donated art. Melrose” provided 100% of event For information, visit savemel- Bogie’s Liquor proceeds to the four businesses. rose.com. Teen artist hosts drive-thru art show SUMMER FUN STARTS HERE! Titmouse Animation Studios will transform its parking lot into a drive-thru art show titled “Splinter” Whether you’re which will feature 13-year-old Tex Hammond on Aug. 15 from 4-7 headed to the p.m. “Splinter” will showcase 20 new large-scale conceptual portraits beach, a BBQ made on reclaimed wood, laid out in an immersive guided-audio art or just lounging experience. Hammond will be doing live art by the pool, find all through the day and finish a mas- sive new mural by the end of the day. Entry is free with RSVP. your favorite “Splinter” will be Hammond’s photo courtesy of Hijinx third solo show. His work often Tex Hammond’s “Help Me” was beverages at Bogies! shows a sense of freestyle and often inspired by various media from blends elements of artist icons such graffiti to video games and music. as Basquiat and Haring. Wine • Spirits • Champagne • Beer • Kegs Proceeds from the art show will panels used in the show were used benefit Black Voters Matter, an to board up a business during Wear a Mask & Remember to Social Distance! organization dedicated to restoring protests in the city at the end of and safeguarding democracy for May. 5753 Melrose Ave. Black people. Titmouse Animation Studios is Much of the show is dedicated to located at 1121 Seward St. Los Corner of Melrose & Vine • (323) 469-1414 the Black Lives Matter movement Angeles, and to RSVP for free entry as much as it is a benefit for Black email [email protected]. For www.bogiesliquor.com Voters Matter. Each of the wooden information, visit texhammond. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 August 13, 2020 Security cameras added in Beverly Hills From page 1 plate readers to create “ubiquitous camera trailer, which is positioned coverage,” according to Assistant “We’re just doing on Rodeo Drive for now, and two City Manager Nancy Hunt-Coffey. new trailers would greatly aid the “Initially, when the project was infill in areas BHPD, Rivetti said. first started, there was this sort of where there are “I think we always have more blue-sky vision that it would be a not cameras … need than we have resources,” 20-year project that could result in Rivetti said. 1,000 cameras, and what we’ve Not one area of The trailers’ expense – approxi- seen is in less than that time, we’ve the city is being mately $200,000 for the pair, which rolled out more cameras than 1,000, is separate from this project’s $1.2 favored or photo courtesy of Shaun Thompson PR so it’s a very robust program,” million budget for this year – will Artist and former professional baseball player Micah Johnson’s Hunt-Coffey said. neglected.” be considered at a future council works are on display at Art Angels Gallery. “We’re just doing infill in areas meeting, as will a potential partner- where there are not cameras … Not -David Schirmer, Beverly Hills ship with home security camera one area of the city is being favored chief information officer companies like Ring and Nest. or neglected,” added David Some council members pointed Schirmer, city’s chief information out that the trailers’ cost is equal to Baseball player finds inspiring officer. the cost of 30 more cameras, but Schirmer said city staff would thing that our community was hop- Rivetti said the trailers would be a like to move quickly on the cam- ing would be done by now, so the greater help to the city. second career as an artist sooner we can get this done, the eras to reach the city’s goal of hav- “The trailers allow us more flex- From page 6 ing all 200 new cameras, which will better,” Councilwoman Lili Bosse ibility until we get this whole sys- mainly cover the city’s residential said. tem built out,” Rivetti said. ognize that it was not the right exhibitions, donations, and artist areas, installed by the end of this Interim BHPD Chief Dominick If purchasing new mobile camera time,” Napal said. “We knew that classes. Micah’s message is so year. Rivetti and Assistant Chief Marc units cannot happen quickly when he was ready, the opportuni- important and powerful, and we “Any advantage we can get on Coopwood said in addition to mon- enough, some council members ty would present itself and we look forward to ensuring it gets time would be helpful,” Schirmer itoring protests, the cameras have were supportive of a plan to rent could not be more honored to be heard.” said. also helped the BHPD apprehend trailers on a short-term basis until debuting this new series with Napal said the gallery first Council members said they’d suspects and deter crime. the units could be permanently Micah.” released the works online and then also like to see as much done as “I can’t imagine a better way of acquired. She added Johnson’s vision has followed with a full, in-person possible as quickly as possible, as spending money than to increase While much of the discussion changed entirely from where it exhibition while adhering to all multiple protests have been held in and maintain the CCTV system that focused on potential improvements was before, and the timing and health and safety guidelines. the city in the past few months and the city has,” Rivetti said. “It is to the city’s network of security message for his series could not Johnson said he is proud of his the cameras allow city leaders and invaluable. We solve crime on a cameras, city staff also took time to be more perfect for the gallery. work and that his art career has the Beverly Hills Police weekly basis, if not on a daily basis, praise the existing system, which “The message and symbolism been met with love from his fam- Department to effectively monitor with our closed-circuit TV system.” Schirmer said is “on par with any in each of Micah’s works, as well ily, friends and the art community. ongoing events. The council also expressed sup- system in the world.” as the series in its entirety, are very “Here I am living two dreams,” “I think this is something that is port for purchasing two more “In terms of per-capita cameras, important to us,” Napal added. Johnson said. “I accomplished urgent and a huge priority … My mobile camera trailers, which we certainly are leading the pack, “As mothers and gallerists, our one dream and I’m onto another feeling is the next number of Coopwood said has helped drasti- so I think it would be a system we hope has always been to use our one. I have a lot of projects com- months potentially could be chal- cally cut down on car burglaries. are incredibly proud of and second platform as a way to inspire the ing along, just keep following lenging, and I know this is some- Beverly Hills currently owns one to none,” Schirmer said. future youth through powerful along with me.”

Small businesses benefit Book chronicles students’ senior year from 13th District loans From page 6 you’re having serious thoughts and the guys on top of the world have ents were undocumented and he From page 1 no one is taking those thoughts seri- problems, too,” Schumitzky said. was applying to DACA (the ously … You’re in this very brief Bennett Gershwin, another Deferred Action for Childhood Secretary of State’s office. Only passage of nine months where BHHS alumnus, said that “over Arrivals program) at the time,” businesses with three to 26 “Our business you’re basically determining not time, we learned to open up pretty Hobbs said. employees in the 13th District community has your final future, but a whole lot of naturally.” In contrast, Beverly Hills has a affected by COVID-19 qualify. To elements of what the next five or 10 “It was cool because you’d think “pretty significant conservative register with the EWD and apply faced a years are going to look like and feel in a room of a bunch of other ado- presence,” even though “you for a grant, visit catastrophe and like, so the stakes are actually really lescent boys, there’d be a bit of a wouldn't necessarily know it exists, cd13.lacity.org/grant. small businesses high,” Hobbs said. machismo in there, but everyone at least in certain orbits.” O’Farrell also cited other ways After reaching out to school offi- was very open-hearted. It was a “[Since the 2016 election], it the city is helping, including a are in great cials and getting the OK to delve nice environment. I remember seemed impossible for people with $100 million city rent relief pro- distress.” into these students’ lives, he started when it ended, when Jeff said he different views to talk about them, gram for tenants unable to pay rent regularly meeting with a handful of got everything he needed, we were whereas these kids would actually because of COVID-19 hardships. -Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, students from each school, collect- kind of bummed out. It was cathar- talk about what they thought of The city used $100 million in fed- 13th District ing stories and thoughts from the tic to talk about everything, and the things,” Hobbs said. “They could eral CARES Act funding to create discussions that began with food. pizza didn’t hurt either,” Gershwin express contrary views and they the program, which was adminis- “I spent a lot of money at In-N- said. could listen, and maybe those dia- tered in July. It provided $2,000 to core of Hollywood, mainly the Out Burger that year, and I’d ask Hobbs said that “machismo cul- logues could get tense in certain approximately 50,000 households entire Hollywood Walk of Fame,” them what was going on,” Hobbs ture” still overshadows the emo- moments, but during that time, in and the money was paid directly to O’Farrell said. “Again, this was said. “A lot of it was very personal, tions of teenage boys, which “are 2016-17, to be at a table where peo- landlords, which also provides pre-COVID, but we are still con- with families and sort of the plight still overlooked in a big way, cultur- ple actually talked and listened, was relief for them, O’Farrell said. tinuing this … because we will of being 17, 18 years old in ally.” for me personally and selfishly, it The councilman also mentioned emerge from COVID-19 and we America today, things I find pretty “The hope with this sort of work just gave me some nourishment.” his Heart of Hollywood Initiative, need to be ready for that. We are powerful and universal, things that is to make your characters’ stories BHHS students Schumitzky and which aims to improve the infra- moving forward with that partner- are pretty easy to overlook when part of your readers’ stories. I defi- Gershwin said they also benefited structure in the Hollywood ship between all of us stakeholders you’re thinking about young peo- nitely didn’t want to critique sys- from the conversations. Not only Entertainment District and along here in Hollywood, including resi- ple.” tems or teachers or how schools are did they feel better after talking the Walk of Fame. Announced in dents.” Braden Schumitzky, one of the run … just kind of get into what it about their hopes, worries, anxi- January, it would create a master O’Farrell encouraged people BHHS students who worked with looks like and feels like to be that eties and families, but they now can plan for the future of Hollywood. interested in information about Hobbs, said the discussions would age … For boys to have feelings is now say they have been the sub- O’Farrell said his staff has been Heart of Hollywood to email Dan sometimes focus on everyday hard, and it’s even harder to express jects of a book. working closely with business Halden, his office’s director of the events, classes and the typical con- feelings and to assume that vulner- “I enjoyed it very much,” owners and other constituents in initiative, at daniel.halden@lac- versations high schoolers have, but ability,” he said. Gershwin said. “It's just cool to Hollywood on potential projects ity.org. Online roundtable meet- “other times, it would get really That was especially true during hear an author talk about you … It that may be included in the initia- ings with updates on the initiative deep and personal.” the 2016 presidential election, was also very flattering. [In a draft, tive. The goal is to create a more are held weekly. These conversations drew the which he called “unhappy” timing. Hobbs] said something like my vibrant experience for visitors and “This area historically has been students together, Schumitzky said, “We talked about it in the context ‘eyes looked like they are always pedestrians, which will also help very dependent on tourism and has adding that “now I know [the other of how these individuals were watching the California sunset.’” businesses, many of which have been hit hard because of that,” participants] on a personal level.” experiencing it. Animo Pat Brown, “It’s a ‘cherry on top’ sort of been closed during the pandemic. O’Farrell added. “Tourism is at “When you see someone at which is almost all Latino kids, thing,” Schumitzky said. “It’s an “The Heart of Hollywood unprecedented low levels because school, they’re kind of a two- [President Donald Trump’s elec- awesome thing in life where you Initiative is my office’s full-time of COVID-19. We know public dimensional character, and they're a tion] was a surprise. [The atmos- feel like you lucked out and you get focus on economic development, investment in improving public caricature of a person. Then you get phere was] very funereal, to say you did it for the rest of your world-class design and the strong space is more important now than that third dimension and you real- November of that year. One of the life. I can carry that around. I’m in sense of community in the historic ever.” ize, ‘you're just like I am’ … Even kids was undocumented, his par- a book.” 22 August 13, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Museum project demolition continues From page 1 Construction, is also installing The Peter Zumthor-designed build- resents homeowners in the area beams for a shoring system at the ing will have an exhibition level around LACMA. “It was so emo- former museum parking lot at the with a floor-to-ceiling glass facade tional seeing that. I think they could southeast corner of Wilshire to allow for more natural light and have rehabilitated those buildings Boulevard and Spaulding Avenue. enhanced connection with the out- or done any number of things.” Excavation at the former Spaulding door environment. It will also have Ken Hixon, vice president of the lot will begin soon and the contrac- a single-level open interior, making MMRA, added that he hasn’t heard tor is also relocating utilities west of it a more accessible environment of any impacts the demolition is the Resnick Pavilion. for viewing the museum’s perma- having on the surrounding neigh- The demolition began in March nent collection and evolving borhood. Seeing the buildings and has continued through stay-at- exhibits. come down has been surreal, he home orders due to COVID-19 The new main structure will offer added. because it is designated as a major 347,500-square-feet of area and “It kind of feels a little like the infrastructure project. The contrac- approximately 110,000-square-feet ‘Twilight Zone,’” Hixon said. “It tor is following all government of gallery space. Eliminating the plays with your perception of reali- guidelines for work during the pan- Bing Theatre and the Art of ty that something could be part of demic including the use of protec- Americas, Hammer and Ahmanson your life for so many decades and it phto by Karen Villalpando tive gear, frequent handwashing buildings will create 3.5-acres of just disappears.” Demolition at LACMA is expected to be complete this fall. and sanitization of high-touch outdoor space for more programs Mark Overbaugh, president of areas, and body temperature checks and exhibits. LACMA expects the the homeowners association at the and symptom screenings for work- new museum building to be com- Wilshire Galleria, a 118-unit con- ject and that is exciting.” demolition and construction, ers before every shift. All members plete by the end of 2023. dominium complex on Spaulding The Mid City West Community including the Resnick Pavilion, of the crew are required to maintain The $650-million LACMA pro- Avenue just south of the construc- Council was mixed in its analysis of BCAM and outdoor public spaces. physical distancing. An on-site ject was met with significant oppo- tion site at the former parking lot, the project. The council supported The museum is currently closed supervisor who is also a medic is in sition during its conceptual phase, said LACMA has been very the project’s design component due to the COVID-19 pandemic, charge of ensuring all COVID-19 including the re-envisioning of the responsive to concerns and he has spanning Wilshire Boulevard but but programming and content is protocols and guidelines are fol- main gallery as a singular space. not heard any complaints from res- opposed a new parking structure frequently added to LACMA’s lowed. However, museum officials and the idents. planned for Wilshire Boulevard and website to keep visitors involved The demolition is expected to be county of Los Angeles moved for- “We are the only residential Ogden Drive because members with the museum and its art collec- complete this fall, LACMA spokes- ward with the project, which has structure that borders anywhere on didn’t think that was good use of tions. Visitors can watch short films woman Jessica Youn said in a state- been in the planning stages for the project. They have been really space, said MCWCC Chair Scott and documentaries and take virtual ment. Construction of the new years. attentive,” Overbaugh said. “Since Epstein. That notwithstanding, he tours of exhibitions. Curated audio building will begin shortly there- The demolition of buildings on the groundbreaking and demolition said he is excited about the new soundtracks, compositions and pre- after. The museum is providing the LACMA campus has sparked has occurred, they have been museum building. viously recorded live music are weekly updates on construction by mixed reactions among members of responsive and responsible. They “I think the strong feelings available, as well as catalogues of visiting unframed.lacma.org. the community. Some said they have definitely upheld their end of around this project and the demoli- the artwork. This week, LACMA is LACMA’s transformational pro- were sad to see the buildings go the deal.” tion of buildings that have served taking visitors on “A Visual Dive ject will change the Miracle Mile while others said it represents Stephen Kramer, president of the the public for decades are very into Buddha for Beginners,” an and Museum Row. The buildings change and a better future for the Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of understandable and I share them to exploration of images of Buddha currently being demolished will be museum. Commerce and an attorney with some point,” Epstein said. “We are and their cultural and religious sig- replaced by a singular, serpentine “I knew they were going to tear it offices near the museum, said he is hopeful the new design will add a nificance. structure that will cross over down but didn’t know when. My pleased to see progress with the lot to the community, but I under- Youn encouraged people to sign Wilshire Boulevard like a bridge wife and I had so many memories LACMA project. stand people have a wide range of up for updates released every and connect to a new portion of the there,” said Jim O’Sullivan, presi- “It’s heartening to see them mov- opinions on the project.” Monday on LACMA project con- campus at the site of the former dent of the Miracle Mile ing forward,” Kramer said. “We are Plans called for portions of the struction and online art program- parking lot on Spaulding Avenue. Residential Association, which rep- entering a different stage of the pro- museum to remain open during ming by visiting lacma.org.

Block and Marco Colantonio said on Santa Monica Boulevard, has they were told the same thing. been a member of the club for many Candidates forum includes four contenders Jane Wishon, political vice presi- years, and said that Stonewall has From page 1 dent of Stonewall, said the club’s “lost its promise.” endorsement process had been pub- “Instead of reaching out to peo- endorsement to Erickson. a coalition of workers, renters and licized for the last year, and the nec- ple, it’s pushing people away,” “I am truly honored to be businesses owners to work with the “I understand that essary requirements are listed in the Block said. “It was really a bully endorsed by the nation’s first city. there are some who club’s bylaws, which can be found tactic that they didn’t want to LGBTQ+ Democratic club. I’ve Mohajer asked candidates what are disappointed, on its website. embrace the other candidates.” been a member with the club for changes they would advocate for as “I understand that there are some Colantonio, a real estate agent, many years. I discovered my drive council members regarding but only candidates who are disappointed, but only can- former Disability Advisory Board and passion with them, and I hope to California housing laws, specifically who timely didates who timely requested an member and founder of WeHo inspire more LGBTQ+ leadership,” the Ellis Act, which allows landlords requested an endorsement were included in the Times, said the club could have forum because it was a special offered all candidates the chance to Erickson said. to evict residential tenants once endorsement were City Council seats currently held property owners decide “to go out of meeting of the club for the sole pur- write in 100 words about their plat- by Heilman and incumbent the rental business,” and the Costa- included in the pose of endorsement,” Wishon form, and it would have made a dif- Councilman John Duran will be Hawkins Act, which places limits on forum because it wrote in an email. ference. open in the Nov. 3 general election. municipal rent control ordinances. was a special She added other candidates who Eight candidates are currently are running for West Hollywood running in the West Hollywood Alex Mohajer, public relations All four participants said they would meeting of the club and media relations chair for the work to repeal them. Heilman noted City Council either did not request election including an additional Stonewall Democratic Club, moder- that repealing the Ellis Act and for the sole purpose the club’s endorsement at all, or in three who were confirmed on Aug. ated the discussion. Candidates were Costa-Hawkins Act will be difficult of endorsement.” two cases, they did not complete the 10 – Christopher McDonald, Tom offered an opportunity to address the because the real estate industry has a required applications by the dead- Demille and Mark Farhad Yusupov club with an opening and closing strong influence on the state -Jane Wishon, line to be included in the forum. – who are now actively campaign- statement. Questions posed by com- Legislature. political vice president, The Stonewall Democratic Club ing and participating in forums prior munity and club members were not “We’ve tried to get repeals before Stonewall Democratic Club makes endorsements in hundreds of to the election on Nov. 3. disclosed to any of the candidates in and we’ve not been successful,” races and does not reach out to indi- “This election is about the future advance. Heilman said. “I think what we are vidual candidates to ask that they of our great city,” Shyne said during Mohajer asked the candidates looking at now, and what we have GoGo Appreciation Day are all request an endorsement, Wishon a closing statement at the forum. about West Hollywood’s current been looking at, is making incre- incredibly male focused and [that] wrote in an email. “We need new leaders who will pri- response to COVID-19 and what mental changes. We are trying to needs to shift. I believe that we have Duran, a lawyer in private prac- oritize our residents, small business still needs to be done for the city’s ameliorate the harshness of both to be more open to women and trans tice since 1987, was elected to the and bring back the people’s voices recovery. those laws.” women, and make sure that they feel City Council in 2001. He said to City Hall.” “…We know that small business- Mohajer then shifted the conver- safe, especially our Black trans although he would have liked to par- es are hurting and closing because sation to how candidates would women in the city,” Shyne added. ticipate in the forum, his record as Answers From Page 23 they don’t have the necessary make West Hollywood a more inclu- The candidates also addressed the an HIV/AIDS attorney in the 1980s money to move forward,” Torres sive city for Black women, brown issue of substance abuse in the and rich history advocating for said. “It’s going to be a tough battle. women, transgender individuals and LGBTQ+ community, rental assis- LGBTQ+ rights is more important. I think we are going to have to others. tance and progressive taxes. “I think the Stonewall reassess month by month as to when “West Hollywood has done some Although the forum was an Democratic Club has process prob- we are going to reopen.” great work, but as the other [candi- opportunity for the public and mem- lems,” he said. “Over the years, the Torres also mentioned the impor- dates] have said, it has been very cis- bers of the Stonewall Democratic Stonewall Democratic Club has lost tance of communication and how gendered, male focused,” Shyne Club to hear from participants, the validity. The whole purpose of the vital it will be as the city continues to said. “It’s reflected in the elected club also drew heavy criticism from process was to educate candidates slowly reopen. The other candidates body. There has only been one queer candidates who did not participate. and elected officials on LGBTQ agreed. women elected since the incorpora- Duran said he was told he issues.” Erickson said more people should tion of the city in the ‘80s. couldn’t participate because he Block, chairman of the Public be involved in the reopening process “The focus in the delineation of failed to meet the deadline to register Facilities Commission and owner of and the city should consider creating Boystown and even recognizing for the forum. Candidates Larry the Block Party WeHo retail store Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 August 13, 2020 Classified Advertising (323)933-5518 • email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

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