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Volume 30 No. 22 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities May 28, 2020 West Hollywood holds BH retail reopens, restaurants may follow n Council in support, Pride celebration online but Mirisch has health n This year’s event to focus on LGBT artwork and safety concerns BY JOSE HERRERA the city and manager of the One BY CAMERON KISZLA City One Pride LGBTQ Arts The city of West Hollywood cel- Festival, said “Pride and art have Last week, with many business- ebrates the artistic achievements of always been closely linked.” Many es closed or operating only for the LGBTQ community with its newsletters and magazines pro- takeout, curbside pick-up and One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts duced by early gay rights organiza- delivery, multiple members of the Festival. This year, due to the coro- tions included a mix of fiction, Beverly Hills COVID-19 navirus pandemic, the community poetry and visual art, he added, Business Recovery Assistance is turning to online events to substi- such as Lisa Ben’s magazine “Vice Task Force expressed their frustra- tute in-person gatherings and cele- Versa,” the first lesbian magazine in tion with the regulations put in brations. place by the state and county. Michael Che, arts coordinator for See LGBT page 22 “[Reopening] is imperative. The hotels are in dire straits. I can’t stress enough how critical this is, photo by Cameron Kiszla and we need to do it now. This is Councilman John Mirisch said he sees some Beverly Hills residents not an option; this is a must-do,” not wearing masks in public, despite the city’s requirement to do so. said Offer Nissenbaum, managing director of the Peninsula Beverly rants to reopen. application, which, if approved, Hills. According to the county, faith- would also allow barbershops and On May 26, those business based groups are limited to 25% hair salons to resume operations. owners saw some signs of hope, as of their building’s capacity or 100 “We are pleased the county has Los Angeles County officials people, whichever is lower, and moved into this next phase of announced that faith-based ser- retail – including those in malls recovery. Our retail community is vices, retail stores, drive-in and shopping centers – can allow ready to open safely while adher- movies and more could resume in-person shopping at 50% of the ing to all county protocols, and we business, and the Los Angeles normal capacity of the business. are here to support them during County Board of Supervisors The rules for restaurants will this unprecedented time,” Mayor photo by Jon Viscott/courtesy of the city of West Hollywood reportedly announced that they depend on whether the state Due to the coronavirus pandemic, this year’s Pride will be celebrated online. will ask the state to allow restau- approves the county’s “variance” See Retailers page 21 ‘Slow Streets’ catches on quickly Business task force discusses n Mid City West customer safety and confidence implements program for n 22 – attempted to pressure the pedestrians, cyclists Beverly Hills businesses prepare to council members to be more BY EDWIN FOLVEN aggressive in pushing the county welcome shoppers and state to loosen restrictions on Angelenos are taking to the businesses. streets in new ways in the Beverly and diners That request was partially Grove, Fairfax and Melrose dis- BY CAMERON KISZLA granted with the May 26 tricts as part of the Mid City West announcement that Los Angeles Community Council’s implementa- The Beverly Hills City Council County would allow retail stores, tion of the city’s “Slow Streets” again convened the subcommit- faith-based services, drive-in program. tees of its COVID-19 Business movies and more to operate in The program was launched by Recovery Assistance Task Force. limited capacities. County offi- Mayor Eric Garcetti in mid-May in The task force members on both cials reportedly plan to ask the the Del Rey and Sawtelle commu- subcommittees – Retail and state for permission to reopen nities, and later adopted in Eagle Property, which met on May 20, restaurants and hair salons as well. Rock. On May 23, the Mid City and Tourism, Hospitality and West area became the fourth neigh- Restaurants, which met on May See Sidewalks page 21 borhood in Los Angeles to imple- photo courtesy of Mid City West Community Council ment the program, which includes Mid City West is the fourth neighborhood in Los Angeles to implement signage to reduce traffic on residen- the “Slow Streets” program. tial streets while encouraging pas- sive uses on roadways such as Avenue between Colgate and forms of transportation, cars can walking and cycling. Oakwood avenues, Oakwood still travel on the streets. The idea is “People are really enjoying this Avenue between Sweetzer and to reduce cut-through traffic as green space that they need right Hayworth avenues, Hayworth much as possible, while giving res- now,” said Scott Epstein, chair of between Oakwood and Rosewood idents a new way to safely exercise the Mid City West Community avenues, Rosewood from and adhere to social distancing rec- Council. “The signage is placed in Hayworth to Formosa Avenue, and ommendations. the middle of the street and has a Formosa Avenue north to Epstein said the project was a traffic-calming effect. We hope Willoughby Avenue. Although the natural fit for Mid City West, which photo by Cameron Kiszla people will take advantage of it.” signage is placed at intersections is in the process of creating its Retail business owners and operators say they’ve been preparing The Mid City West’s ”Slow and people are encouraged to walk, their stores for reopening, which Los Angeles County allowed on Streets” program includes Sweetzer ride bikes and use other alternative See Supporters page 22 May 26. 2 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Officials announce $100 million L.A. Surge Hospital to close at the end of June n Future of former fund to help struggling renters St. Vincent Medical n Program will be part stituents are struggling.” Center is unclear Details of how the fund will be of broader effort to disbursed are still being worked By Jose Herrera assist people in need out. Tenants would receive funds based on need. Tenants will have The California Health and By edwin folven to document that they have been Human Services Agency and impacted by COVID-19 to quali- Governor’s Office of Emergency Los Angeles City Council fy. Martinez said the fund is antic- Services announced the state will President Nury Martinez, 6th ipated to help 74,000 to 80,000 reduce the number of medical surge District, announced on May 27 people. sites, including the Los Angeles that she has introduced a motion The city is also looking for Surge Hospital at St. Vincent to establish a $100 million relief donations that will increase the Medical Center, which will close fund for renters in the city of Los amount of relief available to on June 30. Angeles. renters. The announcement follows a Martinez was joined in making She encouraged people seeking three-month effort by the state, hos- the announcement in a video press information or who want to help pital systems, local health jurisdic- conference by Mayor Eric to visit the Los Angeles Housing + tions and emergency medical ser- vice agencies to expand the capaci- Garcetti and Councilmembers Community Investment Depart- photo by Jose Herrera ment website at hcidla.lacity.org. ty of health care delivery systems Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District; Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered the opening of the L.A. Surge Hospital on Herb Wesson, 10th District; and The renter relief fund is part of throughout California. Data on hos- the St. Vincent Medical Center campus to relieve other hospitals if there John Lee, 12th District. The $100 a comprehensive effort to help pitalizations indicate California is million would come from federal struggling Angelenos during the showing signs of successful mitiga- is an overflow of patients needing treatment for COVID-19. funds allocated to Los Angeles pandemic. The City Council pre- tion of COVID-19 infections, and under the Coronavirus Aid, viously passed a moratorium on the surge hospital will no longer be Relief, and Economic Security evictions during the COVID-19 needed, according to the California safety of Californians as we begin proceedings. Act. The officials said it will pro- public health emergency and has Health and Human Services to reopen the state.” The state’s lease was transferred vide badly needed relief for prohibited rent increases in rent- Agency. Gov. Gavin Newsom directed to Soon-Shiong, but he was not renters who are struggling to stay controlled apartments. “Because of the great work of more than $42 million in emer- involved in the operation of the housed during the COVID-19 The renter relief fund would Californians across the state, we gency funding to expand surge hospital. pandemic, and will create a source come from an approximately have flattened the curve,” said California’s health care infrastruc- Los Angeles City Councilman of funding to landlords and prop- $700 million allocation from the Mark Ghaly, secretary of the ture and secure equipment and ser- Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, sup- erty owners when the tenants are federal government to the city California Health and Human vices to support the state’s response ported Newsom’s decision to able to begin paying their rent under the federal CARES Act. Services Agency. “This is why the to the COVID-19 crisis. Of the $42 reopen and use St. Vincent Medical again. Martinez said an ad hoc commit- stay-at-home order was issued, to million, $30 million allowed the Center, which is in his district, as a “There is an abundant feeling tee will be assembled to determine save lives and to give the health state to lease two facilities, the Los COVID-19 surge hospital. But now of desperation out there,” how the other federal funding will care delivery system time to pre- Angeles Surge Hospital, located on as the hospital is scheduled to close, Martinez said. “Many of our con- be used. pare.” the St. Vincent Medical Center O’Farrell hopes the facility can be Several other alternative care campus at 201 S. Alvarado St., and used for other public benefits in the facilities in the state will be placed a hospital in Daly City in Northern future. Although Soon-Shiong now into a “warm” shutdown, operating California in late March. owns the facility, O’Farrell would at a smaller capacity, to remain In the early stages of the health like to see the hospital transition Council passes law prohibiting available as surge capacity relief crisis, state officials signed a six- into a place to treat people experi- hospitals should there be a new month, $16 million lease with encing homelessness with addic- wave of COVID-19 infections, or Verity Health System, which tion and mental health issues, evictions from storage units other emergencies in the future. owned St. Vincent and had filed for which is essential to meet the needs “I want to thank all our partners bankruptcy. of the underserved in the local com- The Los Angeles City Council Mayor Eric Garcetti. Ryu first intro- who assisted in getting these sites However, Patrick Soon-Shiong, munity, according to spokesman gave final approval on May 27 to a duced the motion on April 23 after up so quickly to support our com- owner of the Los Angeles Times, Tony Arranaga. measure to protect items kept in rent- receiving reports of rising rents and munities,” said Mark Ghilarducci, purchased St. Vincent Medical The future of the facility is ed storage units, prohibiting compa- late fees on rented storage units from CAL OES director. “Maintaining Center for $135 million in a deal unclear, but Soon-Shiong previous- nies from removing belongings dur- people who were having difficulty the use of these facilities going for- that was finalized in early April. ly told the L.A. Times he planned to ing the coronavirus pandemic. protecting their belongings from dis- ward will provide us critical flexi- His global health firm NantWorks use buildings on the 10-acre cam- The ordinance reflects existing posal. bility to safeguard the health and is a creditor in Verity’s bankruptcy pus for COVID-19 research. eviction protections for apartments, in this case protecting items kept in storage from being destroyed or sold at auction if a tenant can’t pay rent on a storage unit. “Working people are facing bill Founded 1946 after bill right now when so many have lost their job,” said 5150 WILSHIRE BLVD. Councilman David Ryu, 4th SUITE 330 Bogie’s Liquor District, who authored the measure. P.O. B OX 36036 “Any opportunity we have to reduce LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 that burden, we should take. I’m (323)933-5518 proud to see Los Angeles pass this BEVERLY HILLS OFFICE: protection. Angelenos should be 8440 WILSHIRE BLVD. SUITE 2B focused on their health and their BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 WE ARE OPEN! families, not worried about losing WWW.BEVERLYPRESS.COM their belongings.” The law makes Los Angeles the We are taking precautions and practicing first major U.S. city to specifically Michael Villalpando PUBLISHER prohibit storage unit evictions dur- social distancing in our store. ing the pandemic. It allows occu- Karen Villalpando pants of a rented self-storage unit to EDITOR & PUBLISHER We’re open from 10am - 2am defer rent payments during the coro- Edwin Folven navirus emergency, and for three [email protected] months following the end of the EDITOR 7 days a week! emergency order. Tenants are required to inform the Cameron Kiszla storage unit company within seven [email protected] REPORTER days of rent being due if they cannot pay due to coronavirus-related Wine • Spirits • Champagne • Beer • Kegs impacts, which can include loss of Jose Herrera [email protected] work or income, increased childcare REPORTER costs and caring for a family mem- ber with COVID-19. The law also Jill Weinlein, Tim Posada, 5753 Melrose Ave. Corner of Melrose & Vine requires storage unit companies to Rebecca Villalpando, Emily Jilg provide written notice of the new CONTRIBUTING WRITERS (323) 469-1414 protection, in English and Spanish, to each occupant. The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail www.bogiesliquor.com The motion was approved with an subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- urgency clause, allowing it to take pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court effect as soon as it’s signed by Order No 736637. Don’t Drink & Drive! Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 May 28, 2020 Los Angeles plans to clamp down on PPE litter n City Council members continues, using PPE properly is possibly contaminated, the level of one of the most important things we disrespect that is for others and the want additional fine for can all do to stay safe. But as its use public.” improperly discarded has increased, we have seen a dis- The Los Angeles Bureau of turbing trend of littering this poten- Sanitation requested that the City masks and gloves tially dangerous waste on side- Council look at creating more BY EDWIN FOLVEN walks, in parking lots, along green deterrents to littering, and cited the ways and sometimes even right health dangers that discarded masks Fines for discarding used person- next to a public trash can,” and gloves present. The council al protection equipment such as Blumenfield said. “The littering of asked the Los Angeles City masks and gloves in public may one’s gloves or masks is particular- Attorney’s Office and the Bureau of increase from $50 to $250 after the ly pernicious because many people Sanitation to work together on Los Angeles City Council approved are doing so because they believe establishing the fines and report measures on May 26 to explore that these items might be contami- back as soon as possible. The edu- options for better enforcement. nated. This is not only disrespect- cational program is moving for- The decision came as a growing ful, but dangerous to the communi- ward concurrently. number of masks and gloves have ty and to the workers who end up been littering city streets, parking cleaning up their toxic mess.” lots and other public areas. O’Farrell agreed that discarding “I urge folks to photo by Edwin Folven Councilmen Bob Blumenfield, 3rd PPEs is a potentially dangerous consider, anytime Masks and gloves are frequently being discarded on city streets, prompt- District, and Mitch O’Farrell, 13th practice that needs to be curtailed. ing calls for higher fines and education. District, authored a motion to set “We saw almost immediately the you throw any fines for littering masks and gloves effects of discarded masks and piece of trash on mounted an education campaign make a difference in making the at $250. That is in addition to state gloves … as early as mid-March, the ground, much through informational flyers and city safer and more beautiful at the laws regarding littering, which when people started self-isolating public service announcements with same time. include fines up to $1,000 for a first and utilizing personal PPEs for less something the support of the council offices, “It’s a real opportunity for the offense, $1,500 for a second infrac- themselves. We began to see this that’s possibly neighborhood councils, business city to show how important it is to tion and $3,000 for a third offense. trash from these gloves and masks, improvement districts and commu- keep our neighborhoods cleaner,” O’Farrell also authored a motion etc., all over the ground, in the gut- contaminated, nity groups,” said Department of O’Farrell said. to create an educational campaign ters. They’re littering our parks, the level of Public Works spokesman Paul Councilman David Ryu, 4th about the dangers of discarding they are everywhere,” O’Farrell Gomez. District, said in a statement that he masks and gloves, which is tanta- said. “It speaks to the need for an disrespect that is Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th “fully” supports the tougher penal- mount to throwing medical waste educational piece as much as any- for others and the District, also supports the tougher ties. on the ground, he said. The goal is thing. And, it also unfortunately penalties. “Wearing a mask or glove just to to inform people while also provid- speaks to a collective lack of public.” “I am pleased to support throw it on the ground doesn’t help ing authorities with an enforcement respect for one another in public. I Councilmember Blumenfield’s stop the spread of COVID-19. In mechanism to prevent the problem urge folks to consider, anytime you -Los Angeles City Councilman effort to mandate and enforce the fact, it puts everyone at risk,” Ryu from worsening. throw any piece of trash on the Mitch O’Farrell proper disposal of masks and said. “When you carelessly throw a “As the COVID-19 emergency ground, much less something that’s gloves,” Koretz said. “They aren’t mask on the ground, you could be only litter, they are hazardous waste spreading a deadly virus into a new “In an effort to remind the public and someone, including our sanita- community and forcing others to to not litter streets and parking lots tion workers cleaning them up, put themselves in danger to clean with used and potentially contami- could actually catch the virus from up after you. People need to be nated gloves or masks, the them.” responsible for their masks and Department of Public Works has O’Farrell said the plans could gloves.”

photo by Cameron Kiszla Runyon Canyon reopens On May 26, Los Angeles office and the [City of Los Mayor Eric Garcetti announced Angeles Department of that Runyon Canyon will reopen Recreation and Parks] can moni- for hiking with “many new safety tor as we continue to assess the measures in place.” safety in and around the park,” “We have reduced the number Pampanin said. of people that can enter at any Ryu added that he “will contin- point in time, instituted a one- ue working with the community way loop, deployed more staff, and monitoring the use of the park and installed electronic counters with safety as the top priority.” and cameras to monitor crowds,” “But the most important step Garcetti said on Twitter. can be taken by the public – wear Garcetti added that the safety a face covering and maintain a features “are not permanent, but physical distance of at least 6 feet will be in place while we live to ensure everyone’s safety,” Ryu with COVID-19.” said. “If it gets too crowded, we will Rose Watson, director of pub- adjust hours or close the trail if lic information for the depart- necessary. Please use a face cov- ment, said the park will be open ering when near others and from sunrise to sunset. Park staff ensure 6 feet of distance with will be present at entrances and people outside of your home,” on the trails to ensure the park is Garcetti said. not overcrowded and that social Mark Pampanin, spokesman distancing is practiced. for City Councilman David Ryu, “So far, with the other trails, 4th District, said funding from everything has been going pretty Ryu’s office helped make the smoothly,” Watson said. increased safety measures possi- “Everybody has been patiently ble. All four park entrances will waiting for Runyon Canyon to feature trail counters, Pampanin open up, and we’re excited to be added. doing so.” “These trail counters give daily Runyon Canyon is located at data on the number of visitors 2000 N. Fuller Ave. For informa- through each entrance that our tion, visit laparks.org/covid-19. 4 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Film executive charged for Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run on La Cienega n Investigators hope alleged PPP loan scheme witnesses will provide n Defendant allegedly needs,” said Assistant Attorney information General Brian A. Benczkowski of misrepresented facts the U.S. Justice Department’s By edwin folven when applying for loans Criminal Division. “As the department has made clear, those Police are searching for a driver who struck and severely injured a By edwin folven who defraud the PPP to line their own pockets at the expense of the female victim at La Cienega A man who authorities American people will be brought Boulevard and Third Street on described as the recently ousted to justice.” May 23. head of Aviron Pictures was “These funds were designed to The hit-and-run collision arrested on May 22 on federal be a lifeline to businesses strug- occurred at approximately 9 p.m. as charges alleging he applied for gling to stay afloat during the cur- the unidentified victim was walking $1.7 million in loans under the rent crisis,” added Paul Delacourt, westbound across La Cienega Paycheck Protection Program, assistant director in charge of the Boulevard in a marked crosswalk falsely certified that the money FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office. along the north side of the intersec- would be used to finance the “The FBI is committed to main- tion. The vehicle was traveling operations of other Aviron enti- taining the integrity of the PPP southbound on La Cienega ties, and used some of the funds and will hold accountable those Boulevard when it struck the victim. for his personal expenses. who cheat the system at the Officer Joel Twycross, with the photo courtesy of Google Maps William Sadleir, 66, of Beverly expense of American taxpayers.” Los Angeles Police Department’s A female victim is recovering after being struck by a vehicle on May 23 Hills, was taken into custody by Authorities said Sadlier West Traffic Division, said investi- at the intersection of La Cienega Boulevard and Third Street. special agents with the FBI, the claimed each company had 33 gators searched the area for security Small Business Administration’s employees and monthly payroll cameras and obtained footage show- Office of Inspector General and expenses of over $200,000 on ing the collision. The vehicle, a is considered a felony hit-and-run He added that the incident illus- the Federal Deposit Insurance applications for the three loans. dark-colored sedan, did not appear collision. trates the need for pedestrians to Corporation Office of Inspector On April 30, JPMorgan Chase to be traveling at excessive speeds, Twycross said the camera footage always monitor their surroundings, General. He was named in a crim- approved the loan applications, he said. shows another pedestrian running particularly when crossing streets. inal complaint accusing him of and the next day money was Police are also investigating up to the victim seconds after she is Whether or not a pedestrian has the fraudulently applying for $1.7 wired to nearly empty JPMorgan whether the victim had the right of struck, and detectives would like to right of way, it is always important million in forgivable PPP loans Chase bank accounts associated way when the collision occurred, as speak to that individual. Multiple to look around to ensure vehicles are guaranteed by the Small Business with the three entities. the camera footage shows other traf- motorists also stopped momentarily not approaching. Administration under the Within days, nearly $1 million fic moving in both directions on La but also left the scene before officers “Obviously, it can be very danger- Coronavirus Aid, Relief and of the PPP loan money was trans- Cienega Boulevard, indicating those arrived. ous,” Twycross said. Economic Security Act. Sadleir ferred into Sadleir’s personal motorists had a green light and the “It looks like a few cars ended up A standing $25,000 reward is allegedly obtained the forgivable account at JPMorgan Chase, the victim may have been crossing stopping. People got out and walked available for information that leads loans by falsely representing that affidavit read. Investigators have against a red light. up to her,” Twycross said. “We to an arrest and conviction of a per- the money would be used to sup- determined that some of the “It’s still under investigation,” could potentially have a total of four petrator of a hit-and-run collision, port payroll expenses. money was used to pay for Twycross said. “[She may have had] people who saw this or may have per a Los Angeles City Council Prosecutors allege Sadleir used a American Express credit cards a ‘Don’t Walk’ sign. We are trying to information. Anything they can add order issued in 2015. portion of the funds for personal issued to Sadleir and his wife. figure out exactly what happened.” would help.” Anyone with information is urged and non-business expenses. After reversing a $40,0000 pay- If the victim had been crossing The victim was taken to a hospital to call West Traffic Division investi- “This film producer allegedly ment allegedly made with PPP without having the right of way and and treated, and is expected to sur- gators at (213)473-0234 or made a series of misrepresenta- loan proceeds on a car loan in the driver stopped, the collision may vive. Twycross had no further infor- (213)473-0222. During weekends tions to a bank and the Small Sadlier’s name, JPMorgan Chase have been considered an accident. mation about her identity or the and off- hours, call the LAPD’s hot- Business Administration to ille- froze the accounts associated with Because the driver fled the scene, it severity of her injuries. line at (877)LAPD247. gally secure taxpayer money that the alleged scheme, authorities he then used to fund his nearly said. empty personal bank account,” The CARES Act, enacted on United States Attorney Nick March 29, was intended to pro- Hanna said. “The Paycheck vide emergency financial assis- Protection Program was imple- tance to millions of people suffer- mented to help small businesses ing the economic effects caused Next stop: more subway. stay afloat during the financial by the COVID-19 pandemic. One crisis, and we will act swiftly source of relief provided by the against those who abuse the pro- CARES Act was the authorization gram for their own personal of up to $349 billion in forgivable gain.” loans to small businesses for job The complaint, which was filed retention and certain other on May 21, charges Sadleir with expenses, through the PPP pro- Section 2 – Beverly Hills Update wire fraud, bank fraud, making gram. Last month, Congress false statements to a financial authorized over $300 billion in institution, and making false additional PPP funding. statements to the Small Business The PPP allows qualifying Full Closure of Wilshire Bl Administration. According to the small businesses and other organi- affidavit in support of the com- zations to receive two-year loans The temporary full closure of Wilshire Bl has been extended to El Camino Dr to help plaint, Sadleir submitted applica- with an interest rate of 1%. PPP expedite station construction. The closure is anticipated to take place from one to three tions for PPP loans to JPMorgan loan proceeds must be used by months. However, upon request of the City, streets may be restored to allow two lanes Chase on behalf of Aviron Group, businesses for payroll costs, inter- in each direction at any time. LLC; Aviron Licensing, LLC; est on mortgages, rent and utili- and Aviron Releasing, LLC, ties. The PPP allows the interest traffic alert which is doing business as and principal to be forgiven if Regatta. The bank approved the businesses spend the proceeds on Full closure of Wilshire Bl from El Camino Dr to Crescent Dr. loans, and Sadleir received more those expenses within eight weeks Metro buses will be detoured. For more info, please visit metro.net/advisories. than $1.7 million. of receipt, and use at least 75% of Sadleir was terminated from the forgiven amount for payroll. work hours Aviron Pictures in late 2019, and Sadleir faces a maximum sen- unidentified individuals associat- tence of 82 years in federal prison Work will occur seven days a week. Please visit metro.net/purple for detailed work hours. ed with the film production com- if convicted on the PPP loan fraud pany told investigators that charges. He is facing separate *Construction is dynamic and is subject to change. Sadleir currently has no role in criminal charges in New York Aviron Pictures or the related enti- alleging he engaged in multiple ties, according to the affidavit investment schemes involving filed with the criminal complaint. Aviron Pictures and its affiliated Aviron Group, Aviron Licensing entities. The United States and Aviron Releasing are not Securities and Exchange engaged in any ongoing opera- Commission has also filed a civil tions. lawsuit related to the New York “This defendant allegedly used criminal case. Paycheck Protection Program Anyone with information about loans to pay off his personal credit fraud related to the COVID-19 card debts and other personal pandemic is urged to call the expenses, rather than using the Department of Justice’s hotline at funds for legitimate business (866)720-572, or visit justice.gov. 20-1919lp ©2018 lacmta ©2018 20-1919lp Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 May 28, 2020 WeHo honors victims lost to the pandemic Newsom debuts California’s n City’s flags fly at half- staff; transit workers contact tracing program honored with orange On May 22, Gov. Gavin keep our families and communi- Newsom launched California ties healthy.” lanterns Connected, the state’s compre- To prevent the spread of this BY JOSE HERRERA hensive contact tracing program virus, public health workers will and public awareness campaign. connect Californians with confi- As a mark of solemn respect for As part of California Connected, dential testing. They may also the victims of the coronavirus pan- public health workers from com- recommend medical care and demic, the United States flag was munities across the state will that individuals who could be flown at half-staff at all city of West connect with individuals who test infectious separate themselves Hollywood facilities from May 22 positive for COVID-19 and work from others in their home to pro- until sunset on May 24. Additionally, with them, and people they have tect those around them. the city of West Hollywood is honor- been in close contact with, to Information provided to local ing transit workers through May 31 ensure they have access to confi- public health departments is con- by lighting the lanterns in orange dential testing, as well as medical fidential under California law. above Santa Monica Boulevard care and other services to help Public health authorities will not between Robertson Boulevard and photo by Joshua Barash/courtesy of the city of West Hollywood prevent the spread of the virus. share that information with out- Hancock Avenue. Flags in West Hollywood flew at half-staff from May 22-24 to honor those The state’s program is led by side entities. That information West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey lost to the coronavirus pandemic. the administration in collaboration will be used for public health Horvath said COVID-19 has with the California Department of purposes only. Contact tracers touched everybody’s life, so it was largest employers located within the vide certificates of recognition to Public Health, local public health will not ask for financial infor- important for the city to join others city of West Hollywood. Metro workers in Division 7, and departments and the University of mation, social security numbers around the country to honor those “Transit Workers Appreciation city staff encourages residents and California in San Francisco and or immigration status. who have died from COVID-19. Week allows us to thank members community members to participate Los Angeles, which have Public health workers across West Hollywood city staff want- of our transit community for being by sharing on the city’s social media launched a robust online training the state – identified on caller ID ed to ensure transit workers, who everyday heroes who continue to posts @wehocity about Transit academy to develop a culturally as the “CA COVID Team” – will are responsible for transporting keep our communities and country Workers Appreciation Week in competent and skilled contact- call, text and email individuals essential personnel to and from their moving in moments of crisis,” West Hollywood. Residents are also tracing workforce. who test positive for COVID-19 jobs every day – from health care Horvath said. “Although the coron- encouraged to show gratitude by “We are all eager to get back to and people they may have professionals and social service avirus pandemic has disrupted the displaying yard or window signs work and play, and that’s why unknowingly exposed to the providers, to grocery store employ- rhythm of our daily lives, the and banners, and thanking essential we’re asking Californians to virus. ees and postal service workers – demand for assistance and products transit workers when using public answer the call when they see The state plans to launch were also celebrated. Transit work- remains the same. Without the self- transit for essential travel. their local public health depart- 10,000 contact tracers statewide ers include drivers and operators, as less acts of service and sacrifice Frequent inquiries about trans- ment reaching out by phone, as part of its plan to reopen well as mechanics and maintenance made by countless transit workers, portation have been made to West email or text,” Newsom said. California. personnel who ensure that transit many of the employees in industries Hollywood City Hall during the “That simple action of answering For more information, visit systems are clean for riders and defined as essential would not be local COVID-19 emergency. While the call could save lives and help CaliforniaConnected.ca.gov. commuters. Approximately 500 able to provide the healthcare, food West Hollywood has temporarily Metro bus operators, mechanics and assistance and safety our neighbor- suspended its weekend shuttle pro- masks and practice physical dis- Transportation program – and the support staff work at the Metro hoods and communities desperately grams – the PickUp and the Sunset tancing. The city of West city maintains its Bus Pass Subsidy West Hollywood Division 7 facility need.” Trip – the Cityline program contin- Hollywood also has two other program. near Santa Monica and San Vicente The city of West Hollywood, in ues regular operations. transportation options – Dial-A- For information, call (323)848- boulevards, making it one of the coordination with Metro, will pro- Riders are required to wear Ride/TLC and the WeHo On-Call 6510, or visit weho.org/transit. 6 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Longtime Original Farmers Market leader retires Mark Panatier, vice president of and early 2000s. His top priority four satellite sites. His duties marketing and development for the throughout the process was to pre- included project planning, financial A.F. Gilmore Company, owner of serve the historic integrity of the forecasting, student union opera- the Original Farmers Market, is market, which was established in tions, physical plant operations, retiring on Friday, May 29. 1934, while ushering the Farmers energy management, recycling, Since beginning his career at the Market into the modern era. advertising, special events, market- Farmers Market in 1991, Panatier Panatier was born in New York ing research and board/student rela- developed many of the events and and grew up in Arcadia, California. tions. initiatives that have become part of Prior to joining the A.F. Gilmore Before his time at UCLA, Panatier the fabric of the local community, Company, he was the Student was manager of the San Jose including the annual Gilmore Union director at UCLA from 1977 Convention Center from 1976-77, Heritage Auto Show and the to 1991. At UCLA, he was respon- and assistant manager of the Summer Music Series. He oversaw sible for the overall administrative, Pasadena Convention Center from marketing and development, and financial and operational aspects of 1973-76. He was responsible for photo courtesy of the Original Farmers Market helped with expansion when The the Associated Students’ 300,000- promoting and managing the opera- Grove was built on adjacent A.F. square-foot Student Union complex tions of both cities’ convention and and has two grown daughters and a The Original Farmers Market is Gilmore property in the late 1990s including two main buildings and cultural centers. granddaughter. An avid gardener, located at 6333 W. Third St. Panatier has been married to his he plays golf occasionally and loves For information, visit farmers- movies. marketla.com. Notable quotes wife, Gail, for more than 45 years, “Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans, born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage, and unwilling to witness or permit the slow undoing of those human rights to which this nation has always been committed, and to which we are committed today at home and around the world. Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liber- ty.”

President John Fitzgerald Kennedy 1917-1963

Inaugural address, January 20, 1961

(source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”) Rent Stabilization Commission to hold first meeting June 3 The first meeting of the new The commission will meet on the Beverly Hills Rent Stabilization first Wednesday of every month at Commission will be held 7 p.m. Members of the commission Wednesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. include at-large members Lou At the meeting, the commission Milkowski, who was selected as the is expected to select their vice chair first chair; Donna Tryfman and and receive required training on the alternate Ryan D. Gurman. Brown Act and Rent Stabilization Landlord members are Remmie Ordinance. Pursuant to City Maden and Neal Baseman, and Council’s direction, the initial Frances E. Miller is the alternate. chairperson shall be appointed by Tenant members are Kathryn the City Council, and thereafter the Cavanaugh and Gwendolyn Owens, position of chairperson shall rotate and Kathy Bronte is the alternate. between the two at large members. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 The vice chairperson of the com- pandemic, the meeting will be vir- mission shall be chosen by the tual and broadcast on Beverly Hills commission and shall rotate Television (Spectrum Channel 10) between a landlord member and a and available at tenant member. beverlyhills.org/live. Homelessness funding bill makes headway in Assembly

On May 20, Assembly Bill analysis estimates a 40% to 45% 3300 cleared the Assembly Hou- increase in homelessness by the sing and Community Develop- end of 2020, and evidence of this ment Comm ittee on a 6-1 vote. increase is already being reported Authored by several legislators in California. Santiago said the representing different regions state must prioritize an adequate across the state and supported by investment of funds to withstand over 100 local leaders, housing a surge of homelessness and pre- and homelessness advocates, this vent those housed during dual bill and budget proposal COVID-19 from landing back on would allocate an ongoing the streets post-pandemic. investment of $2 billion to local “What good is it to shelter governments to expedite the homeless people in hotels now if delivery of much needed housing they’ll just land back on the streets and critical services. after current funding dries up?” Assemblyman Miguel said Santiago, who serves as chair Santiago (D-Los Angeles) said of the Select Committee on Los California’s homelessness crisis Angeles County Homelessness. will undoubtedly worsen due to AB 3300 now heads to the the economic hardship brought Assembly Appropriations on by COVID-19. A recent Committee. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 May 28, 2020

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Expedited piling and decking work during the COVID-19 public photo courtesy of Metro health emergency is ongoing The tunneling machine on the right reached the Wilshire/Fairfax between El Camino and Crescent subway station site on May 21. The other machine reached the site drives, where Wilshire Boulevard remains closed. Wilshire Boulevard on April 4. photo by Edwin Folven can be quickly restored to allow Crews are supporting subway station and tunnel construction in staging two lanes in each direction when the “Safer at Home” order is yards at Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea Avenue. rescinded, or upon request by the Subway tunneling complete to city of Beverly Hills. During the Wilshire Boulevard, Monday Street and Muirfield Road. The closure, work hours are 8 a.m. to 9 through Saturday. Orange Grove work zone will be in place through p.m. for drilling, and 9 to 11 p.m. Avenue continues to be closed September supporting underground Wilshire/Fairfax subway station for non-drilling activities. Canon south of Wilshire Boulevard construction in the subway tunnels. and Reeves drives will remain through January 2022. Work is occurring 24-hours at a Twin tunneling machines for its contractor Skanska Traylor closed at Wilshire Boulevard for Near Wilshire/La Brea, hauling, staging yard just west of the inter- the Purple Line Extension subway Shea have successfully conduct- the duration of the closure. deliveries and tunneling support section of Wilshire Boulevard and project have reached the future ed,” Metro Board Chair and Through Friday, June 5, intermit- continues in staging yards on both Western Avenue. Cross passage Wilshire/Fairfax subway station, Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts tent lane closures will be imple- sides of Wilshire Boulevard. excavation support continues at the near the La Brea Tar Pits in the said. “When this project is ulti- mented at the intersection of Intermittent lane closures along site. Northbound Manhattan Place Miracle Mile. mately completed, we will have Wilshire and San Vicente boule- Wilshire Boulevard and side streets will be closed intermittently just Tunneling is complete for the fast, frequent and reliable subway vards. The closures support ongo- between Highland Avenue and north of Wilshire Boulevard. first three miles of the initial phase service connecting downtown ing tunnel investigation work Detroit Street may be necessary to Intermittent single-lane closures of the project between L.A. and West L.A. in just 25 min- underneath Wilshire Boulevard. support construction. may also occur on Wilshire Wilshire/Western and Wilshire/La utes. That will be a game-changer Work hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Material deliveries and under- Boulevard between Western Avenue Cienega. The four-mile initial for all of L.A. County.” Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. ground construction support contin- and Manhattan Place. phase is expected to open in The tunneling machines were to 11 p.m., weekends. Motorists ue at a work zone in the center of For questions and concerns, call 2023. originally lowered into the ground should expect delays. Wilshire Boulevard just west of the 24-hour project hotline at The 1,000-ton, 400-foot-long at Wilshire/La Brea in October Westbound Wilshire Boulevard Rimpau Boulevard. Wilshire (213)922-6934, email the project tunnel boring machines began tun- 2018. They advance approximate- will be reduced to a single lane Boulevard has been reduced to two team at [email protected], neling westward at the ly 60 feet per day. The machines between La Jolla Avenue and San lanes in each direction between June or visit metro.net. Wilshire/La Brea station last excavate five days per week, 20 Vicente Boulevard, and northbound October. The machines are given hours a day. San Vicente Boulevard will be names as part of a longstanding Metro’s tunneling machines are reduced to a single lane from tradition among construction pressurized, closed-faced Warner Drive to Wilshire crews. The first tunnel boring machines that minimize ground Boulevard. No left turns will be machine, named “Elsie,” broke settlement during excavation. permitted from eastbound Wilshire through at Wilshire/Fairfax on After the machine passes, the tun- Boulevard to northbound San April 4. The second, named nel is lined with precast concrete Vicente Boulevard. Southbound “Soyeon,” broke through on May segments that are bolted together San Vicente Boulevard will be 21. The tunneling machines previ- to form a ring. reduced to a single lane just north ously excavated the segment of the When tunneling is finished of Wilshire Boulevard, and two project between Wilshire/Western along the entire project section, lanes just south of Wilshire and Wilshire/La Brea. the tunneling machines will have Boulevard. On weekends, east- Reaching the Wilshire/Fairfax excavated nearly a half-million bound Wilshire Boulevard may be station is a significant accom- cubic yards of earth. intermittently reduced to a single plishment for Metro, spokesman “We are proving once again lane between Gale Drive and San Dave Sotero said. The under- that we can successfully mine Vicente Boulevard. ground soil conditions in the area through some of the most chal- Work is also ongoing at represent some of the most chal- lenging conditions that any sub- Wilshire/La Cienega. Gale Drive lenging for the entire project. The way project in the world is likely will be intermittently closed to sup- modern, high-tech tunneling to face,” Metro CEO Phillip A. port construction in the Gale stag- machines have traveled through Washington said. “We have a ing yard. Access to Gale Drive will unique soils and geologic condi- world-class project team that has be maintained from San Vicente tions, including tar sands and extensive tunneling expertise. We Boulevard. The closure is a public methane gas pockets. are well on our way to delivering safety measure due to high volumes The breakthrough also marks this vitally important transit pro- of vehicles entering and exiting the another milestone in the decades- ject to taxpayers.” property. long effort to extend the subway The tunneling machines will Additionally, Wilshire Boulevard system farther west underneath next head farther west to the final will be reduced to two lanes in each Wilshire Boulevard, one of the station along the initial phase of direction between Hamilton Drive busiest and most congested urban the project at Wilshire/La and San Vicente Boulevard. Left thoroughfares in the United Cienega. They are expected to turns and through traffic will be States. reach that site this fall. restricted at Gale and Tower drives. “This has been an enormously For information, visit Tunnel investigation work is also complex operation that Metro and metro.net/purplelineext. occurring at Wilshire Boulevard and La Jolla Avenue during off- peak hours 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., weekdays, and 7 Submissions sought for Metro contest a.m. to 11 p.m., weekends. New work zones in the center of Metro is seeking submissions in tion. Metro is also seeking submis- Wilshire Boulevard and McCarthy its newest contest to name tunnel sions for artwork that will adorn the Vista will remain in place through boring machines that will excavate machines and is representative of Aug. 14. Wilshire Boulevard will the Purple Line Extension subway the local community they will be be reduced to two lanes in each project. tunneling under. direction between San Diego Way The names will be given to the The contest is divided into two and La Jolla Avenue, and last two tunnel boring machines categories. The naming contest is McCarthy Vista will be reduced to that will dig the third phase of the open to U.S. veterans and UCLA one lane in each direction between project from the VA Hospital affiliates, with each naming one of Wilshire Boulevard and Warner Campus in West Los Angeles to the two TBMs. The art contest is Drive. Street parking will be Westwood/UCLA. They will join open to all Los Angeles county res- restricted in the area. Elsie and Soyeon, which are creat- idents. Winners will receive recog- Near Wilshire/Fairfax, station ing the tunnels in the first section of nition and prizes. For information, construction, hauling and concrete the project, and Harriet and Ruth, visit metro.net/projects/purple-line- pouring are ongoing. Ogden Drive which will excavate the second sec- extension-tbm. will be closed intermittently at Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 May 28, 2020 Nate ‘n Al’s is back in business in Beverly Hills

By Cameron Kiszla. When Nate ‘n Al’s reopened on May 15 after closing in March, lovers of the deli at 414 N. Beverly Drive rejoiced, owner Shelli Azoff said. “We’ve been completely over- whelmed by the love and support shown from our loyal customers – photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills and due to such high demand, we Councilman Julian Gold, left, and Vice Mayor Robert Wunderlich, have needed to temporarily reduce center, toured the Metro Purple Line construction work on Wilshire our new hours to Tuesday to Boulevard. Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., closing on Mondays, so we can work out some photo by Cameron Kiszla of the kinks to better serve our cus- Nate ‘n Al’s has reopened on Beverly Drive, more than a year after plans tomers,” Azoff said in a statement. New streetscape plan to debut Azoff said the deli – a famed were announced for a move to Canon Drive. celebrity hangout – also came to an agreement with the building’s own- representative of Stephen Cloobeck be there to take your order, including with Metro Purple Line project ers, the Cloobeck family, to stay on did not return requests for comment. long-serving waitress, Gloria Leon, Beverly Drive “for the foreseeable Azoff said the seven-week shut- along with some new infusions to On May 26, the city of Beverly Metro stations as destinations that future.” down of the Beverly Drive location the team.” Hills announced the launch of are uniquely Beverly Hills,” The decision to remain on was for health reasons. In addition, Nate ‘n Al’s offers Connect Beverly Hills: Meet Me Mayor Lester Friedman said. Beverly Drive puts in doubt the “Our temporary closure was delivery service directly from the on Wilshire and La Cienega, a pro- Due to the COVID-19 pandem- deli’s agreement last year to move to needed to assess the safest and most restaurant, not through apps like ject that will develop a streetscape ic, initial community outreach a new city-owned location at 443 N. efficient way to operate in this new Grubhub, Postmates and UberEats. plan and design standards for activities have been transitioned to Canon Drive that was once home to environment, keeping our staff and “We’re offering delivery directly Wilshire and La Cienega an online platform. Through the Wolfgang’s Steakhouse. The city customers’ well-being as top priori- from Nate ‘n Al’s – not through a Boulevards. Connect Beverly project website connect.beverly- approved a 10-year lease with the ty,” Azoff said. third-party service – in order to Hills will help the city prepare for hills.org, Beverly Hills residents, deli’s ownership group, Circus For now, Nate ‘n Al’s offers a lim- employ more members of our team, the upcoming Metro Purple Line businesses, employees and other Clowns LLC, which is led by Azoff ited menu so that staff members can and provide greater control over the Extension that will bring two new stakeholders are encouraged to and her husband, entertainment “efficiently operate” in a socially experience and safety precautions subway stations to the city: participate in a virtual walking executive Irving Azoff. distanced kitchen that includes we are taking with to-go orders,” Wilshire/La Cienega in 2023 and tour of Wilshire and La Cienega Shelli Azoff’s statement did not spread-out deli stations and fewer Azoff said. Wilshire/Rodeo in 2025. The rail boulevards and provide input. In directly address the Canon Drive staff members working at one time Azoff added that “it means so stations are expected to bring a early summer, the city will host a location or explain why the reloca- than normally would be the case, much to us, personally, that we are significant increase in pedestrian weeklong design workshop with tion has not yet taken place, and the Azoff said. able to keep Nate’s operating.” activity. The project builds upon the community to collect addition- public relations representative for “You will still find all of your “It’s a tradition so dear to not only ongoing efforts to make the streets al input. For information, visit Azoff who provided the statement much-loved Nate’s classics on this my family, but many others in Los more inviting. connect.beverlyhills.org, email declined to comment further. menu though, along with some new Angeles and we are just thrilled and “Connect Beverly Hills is an [email protected] or Beverly Hills spokesman Keith ‘family style’ meal offerings for din- truly overwhelmed at the support opportunity to promote the new call (310)285-1128. Sterling declined to comment. A ner,” Azoff said. “Familiar faces will shown to us,” she said. Happy

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He had Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has soap and water before and after a passion for craftsmanship and provided information about wear- doing so.” hand-made furniture from earlier ing masks because they must be When taking a mask off, eras when materials were often used correctly to effectively slow remove it from behind, without assembled with more durability and the speed and transmission of touching the front of the covering. better withstood the test of time. COVID-19. Discard it immediately in a closed Brienza specialized in re-caning and “Properly using a mask is just bin and then promptly wash hands re-weaving wicker chairs. as important as actually wearing with soap and water, or use an “We don’t just refinish them, we one,” said infectious disease spe- alcohol-based hand sanitizer. specialize in restoring the pieces to photo by Edwin Folven cialist Rekha Murthy, vice presi- Every type of mask and every their original beauty,” Brienza said Tony Brienza had a talent of turning “trash into treasure” by refurbishing dent of medical affairs and associ- mask manufacturer seems to have in a 2013 interview with the Park pieces destined for the furniture graveyard. ate chief medical officer at different rules for cleaning and re- Labrea News/Beverly Press. “What Cedars-Sinai. “Possibly the most using masks, but, as a general best I tell people is not to throw it away, important thing to remember is practice, masks should be discard- because it can be restored.” from all walks of life, even celebri- Brienza was living in a care facil- that you should not rely solely on ed and replaced as soon as they Brienza grew up in New York and ties, and he treated them all the ity in Ventura at the time of his masks. Masks should be used in become damp, Guinane said. moved to Hollywood in the early same, which was a key to his suc- death. No formal services were held, combination with other preven- Single-use masks should not be 1960s. He established House of cess, Brienza-Tagliente said. but a celebration of his life is tive measures, like washing your reused, she added. Brienza in 1964 on Melrose Avenue, He refurbished furniture for the planned in the future when COVID- hands and practicing physical dis- “For cloth masks, however, and the business moved several owners of the Original Farmers 19 public health restrictions are lift- tancing.” most can be reused,” Guinane times over the years. It was last Market, who commissioned him to ed, Brienza-Tagliente said. Murthy and Carole Guinane, added. “But they should be located at 2358 S. Robertson Blvd. restore pieces from the Gilmore “Over the last three months, I am executive director of ambulatory cleaned in a washer and dryer as until Brienza retired in 2015. Adobe. Brienza-Tagliente also so lucky to have been able to spend surgery center operations at soon as they become damp.” Brienza was married three times recounted an experience as a child time with my dad,” she added. “He Cedars-Sinai, offered tips for Murthy stressed the importance and lived for decades on Genesee when she tagged along with her was so loving. I will always have proper mask use and care. of reserving surgical masks and Avenue, just off Beverly Boulevard, father to a recording studio. The those great memories of him.” The best practices for putting N95 respirators for healthcare said his daughter, Ida Brienza- band Chicago was there and record- Brienza was preceded in death by on and taking off a mask start by workers. Tagliente. ed the hit “If You Leave Me Now” his first wife, Mary, and is survived washing your hands with soap and “These types of personal pro- “My dad was so funny and viva- while Brienza refinished furniture. by their children, Louise, Rosemary water, or by cleaning them with tective equipment are in short sup- cious, a real character,” she said. “That is something I will always and Dolores. He is also survived by alcohol-based sanitizer. When ply and shouldn’t be used by “He was really kind, he had a big remember,” she said. “He had many his second wife, Carmella, and their placing a mask on your face, members of the community,” heart, he was very loving. He was famous directors, producers and children, Ida, Anthony Jr. and ensure both the mouth and nose Murthy said. also so witty and had such a huge actors as clients, but never really Carmella Jr., as well as his third are covered with no gap between For information, visit cedars- sense of humor.” talked about them. 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Fairfax Ave. (323) 651-2030 In the Original Farmers Market • 3rd & Fairfax • Open for Take Out & Delivery Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 May 28, 2020 LAHSA talks post-pandemic Religious services resume, retailers may reopen In a major milestone in the recov- mum occupancy, or a maximum of contact with others in indoor and ery from the COVID-19 pandemic, 100 attendees, whichever is lower. outdoor public spaces. steps to fight homelessness Los Angeles County is moving The order stipulates that physical Gatherings of people not from the The Los Angeles Homeless ble unsheltered people, and has toward new standards for a quick distancing requirements, cloth face same household are still prohibited, Services Authority presented a prioritized them for rehousing. and safe reopening in alignment coverings and other safety protocols except for faith-based services and plan to the Los Angeles County The plan also seeks to stop the with state guidelines. must be observed as the recovery in-person protests. Board of Supervisors on May 26 inflow of people experiencing Among the activities now permit- progresses. Additionally, people 65 years old for emerging from the COVID- homelessness. Evidence suggests ted under the changes are faith-based “Aligning Los Angeles County’s or older and all people of any age 19 crisis and housing thousands that more people than ever have services, in-store shopping at low- health orders with that of the state’s with underlying health conditions of people experiencing home- fallen into homelessness in the risk retail stores, drive-in movies and is going to provide immediate relief should remain in their residences as lessness. past year, and policy must priori- other recreational activities. to our communities,” said Kathryn much as possible. People in those The multi-step L.A. tize interventions to prevent con- To align its health officer orders Barger, chair of the Los Angeles categories should only leave their Rehousing Recovery Strategy tinued inflow, according to with the state’s California Pandemic County Board of Supervisors. “This residences to seek medical care, envisions a strengthened re- LAHSA. Resilience Roadmap, the county important step will enable our resi- exercise or obtain food or other housing system that addresses Authorities hope to prepare the emphasized a commitment to keep- dents and businesses to have greater necessities. Telework by companies racial inequity and preparation system for future crises by build- ing residents safe. clarity and consistency as we con- should continue as much as possible. for future crises. ing capacity across the entire sys- The updated health officer order tinue to take positive steps towards The County Public Health “Coronavirus laid a sudden tem to enable a scaled-up is part of a phased progression guid- reopening Los Angeles County. Department will continue to moni- crisis on top of the long-standing response during public health ing the safe resumption of public “If you decide to go in person for tor COVID-19 data indicators catastrophe of homelessness,” emergencies. LAHSA also wants activities in Los Angeles County, a religious gathering or you must go closely and may, after consultation said Heidi Marston, interim to ensure racial equity, and will including the recent reopening of to a store, be sure to wear your face with the Board of Supervisors, executive director of LAHSA. prioritize equity in all programs beach bike paths and permission for covering,” Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, adjust orders to reflect specific “We’re planning a way through and interventions. car parades honoring graduates. 3rd District, said. That’s an impor- county needs. that allows us to take care of the Re-housing people who have The change also prepares the tant way you are showing up for “I am hopeful that we can contin- most vulnerable and build capac- already been sheltered during the county to request a variance from your family, friends and communi- ue to work with the governor to ity for the future.” COVID-19 crisis will be aided the state to permit swifter reopening ty. Without people’s willingness to restore life in Los Angeles County The plan maps out short-, by LAHSA’s Housing Central of some sectors. wear face covers, practice physical in safe, measured ways, getting peo- medium- and long-term strate- Command, a collaborative effort Faith-based organizations may distancing and diligently follow ple back to work and doing every- gies that will guide the regional that coordinates actions among resume services, with the number of public health guidelines, we will not thing within our own power to pre- response regarding housing, city, county and federal agencies. congregants limited to less than be able to meet our goal of reopen- vent the spread of this virus,” added shelter, unsheltered homeless- That helps LAHSA develop real- 25% of a building’s normal capaci- ing as fully as possible as quickly as Supervisor Janice Hahn, 4th ness, strengthening system time awareness about all housing ty, or a maximum of 100 people, possible. I am happy to see us District. capacity, prevention and problem assets and allows faster transition whichever is lower. All retail stores, expand activities that people can solving. The strategy is centered using emergency shelters and ini- including those located in indoor engage in, but there is no way to around a goal to rapidly move the tiatives such as Project and outdoor retail shopping centers, overstate the importance of public 15,000 most high-risk, high-acu- Roomkey, in which homeless may now open for business at 50% cooperation in making this reopen- ity people experiencing home- individuals are sheltered in hotel of each individual space’s capacity. ing work.” lessness into housing. and motel rooms. Flea markets, swap meets and The updated order allows people Given the challenges of Los The plan envisions an drive-in movie theaters may also to take part in all permitted activi- Angeles’ rental market, the L.A. increased support system for resume operations, as can pools, hot ties while continuing to practice Rehousing Recovery Strategy people experiencing homeless- tubs and saunas that are in a multi- physical distancing and wearing a will require a large-scale effort to ness at the same time as systems unit residence or controlled by a cloth face covering when in contact acquire and lease property, and to prevent and end homelessness homeowners association. The health with others. Although the updates build a new level of efficiency are strengthened. It calls for zon- officer order also provides guidelines are being enacted, Los Angeles and real-time awareness of L.A.’s ing reforms, safety net enhance- for public protests. In-person protests County residents are still encour- supportive housing inventory, ments, workforce training coor- are permitted as long as attendance is aged to remain in their residences as Marston said. It will also depend dination and legal services. limited to 25% of the area’s maxi- much as practical and limit close on continued emergency invest- “We are setting bold goals for ments from local, state and feder- a good reason, our priority focus al governments. right now is saving lives,” Ridley-Thomas responds to The recovery plan is based on Marston said. “We are prioritiz- key values, including that nobody ing people who will likely die if who is housed returns to the they contract COVID-19. It’s ruling on homeless in L.A. street. Everyone placed in emer- going to take a big investment of On May 22, Los Angeles homeless population in Los gency shelter during the COVID- resources and alignment, but this County Supervisor Mark Ridley- Angeles County. 19 crisis will be placed into some crisis has seen many parts of our Thomas, 2nd District, issued a “The Board of Supervisors has form of interim housing, rapid system come together and oper- statement regarding U.S. District advanced a Comprehensive rehousing or permanent support- ate at unprecedented speed. We Judge David Carter’s prelimi- Crisis Response to homelessness ive housing. Using age and infor- have every reason to continue to nary injunction, which requires and Gov. Gavin Newsom has mation about individuals’ med- hold ourselves to that standard.” the city and county to provide made it a priority. Even the feder- ical conditions, LAHSA has iden- For information, visit shelter or housing for up to al government is – finally – step- tified 15,000 of the most vulnera- lahsa.org. 7,000 people experiencing ping up to the plate. I cannot homelessness who live near overstate how important it is that freeways. all of us and Judge Carter get on Supervisors to appoint skilled “I value Judge Carter’s contri- the same page, and give new bution to this conversation, and I meaning to the phrase ‘Everyone appreciate his impatience, which In.’ ... We need to continue to nursing home inspector general is wholly appropriate,” Ridley- work together, strategically and Thomas said. “He feels driven to coherently – not frenetically and On May 26, acting on a motion black and Latino residents have compel us to act in a decisive and haphazardly. There is no upside by Supervisor Mark Ridley- been twice as likely to be hit by the definitive way, and I take the in us being on the brink of a Thomas, 2nd District, and Board coronavirus as those where the pop- position that government does major conflict that will set back Chair Kathryn Barger, 5th District, ulation is overwhelmingly white. need to be held accountable. But the momentum we’ve had in this the Board of Supervisors unani- “While some skilled nursing it has to be the right court order; region,” Ridley-Thomas said. mously voted to appoint – for the homes may be doing their best to otherwise, we will run the risk of “The people of Los Angeles first time – an inspector general to respond to COVID-19, we’ve seen missing an opportunity to do County expect and deserve no oversee skilled nursing facilities, hundreds of deaths at these facilities, something extraordinary for the less.” which account for more than half of tragically exposing the urgent need all deaths from COVID-19 in Los for stronger oversight across the Angeles County. The board also industry,” Ridley-Thomas said. DID YOU HAVE AN ESCROW ACCOUNT approved bringing in the auditor- Serving thousands of residents WITH BANK OF AMERICA??? controller to ensure closer monitor- who tend to be older and medically ing of skilled nursing facilities fragile, skilled nursing facilities We are a law firm researching people who bought a immediately. have become the epicenter of L.A. The board tasked the inspector County’s COVID-19 epidemic. As house or apartment between 7-1-2008 to 12-31-2018 general with developing recom- of May 22, 5,218 residents and using a BofA escrow account which held money for mendations on how to strengthen 3,140 staff from these facilities oversight for skilled nursing facili- have tested positive for the virus. taxes or insurance for closing the purchase. ties and how to improve their oper- Across L.A. County, 53% of all If you are a concerned citizen who seeks justice and KRAMER + DRESBEN ations long-term. 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1000 block of Western at 8:15 a.m. At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- committed a burglary in the 800 pect robbed a victim near the cor- block of Lorraine. At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect ner of Vine and Fountain. P OLICE BLOTTER committed a petty theft in the 6200 An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Hollywood. May 18 vehicle parked in the 1200 block of S. Citrus at 1:47 a.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:50 a.m., an unknown sus- The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the vehicle parked in the 600 block of pect committed a petty theft in the At 3:30 a.m., an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between Cahuenga Terrace at 9:35 a.m. 100 block of N. Mariposa. committed a burglary in the 500 May 16 and May 23. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- block of S. Mariposa. ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles committed a petty theft in the 6100 burglary in the 100 block of N. La An unknown suspect burglarized a County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and block of Hollywood. Brea at 1:52 a.m. vehicle parked in the 1000 block of the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. S. Norton at 4 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 7:30 a.m., an attempted bur- petty theft near the corner of glary was reported in the 6200 cle parked in the 600 block of At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Beverly Hills Police Western and Fernwood at 11:40 block of Santa Monica. Westbourne at 4:47 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the a.m. 1100 block of N. La Brea. Department An unknown suspect committed a At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 1:45 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 7900 block of An unknown suspect committed a May 17 stole a vehicle parked in the 1200 burglarized a vehicle parked near Sunset at 7:45 a.m. burglary in the 800 block of block of Curson. the corner of Melrose and Crenshaw at 9 a.m. At 7:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Cahuenga. At 8:45 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a garage in the 9200 May 17 burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of Brighton. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At noon, an unknown suspect 400 block of N. Sycamore. committed a petty theft in the 600 An unknown suspect committed a cle parked in the 7200 block of burglary in the 7600 block of Franklin at 3 p.m. block of N. New Hampshire. May 19 An unknown suspect committed a Lexington at 3 p.m. burglary in the 1000 block of S. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect committed a At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect Rimpau at 10:30 a.m. tim near the corner of Western and petty theft from a vehicle parked in At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 6000 Melrose at 2 p.m. the 100 block of N. Robertson at burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of Olympic. At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect 7:45 a.m. 900 block of N. Wetherly. stole a vehicle parked in the 2000 At 3:40 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a block of Outpost. assaulted a victim in the 1000 At 5:45 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a petty theft in the 5500 block of block of Sycamore. committed a grand theft from a victim near the corner of Gardner Wilshire at 3:20 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a

vehicle parked in the 200 block of and Romaine at 11:20 p.m. petty theft in the 4500 block of An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Doheny. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Sunset at 3:10 p.m. tim in the 1700 block of N. May 18 burglarized a vehicle parked in the Cahuenga at 4:35 p.m. 7200 block of Sunset. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect May 20 At 9:25 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 6100 block At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:45 a.m., an unknown sus- assaulted a victim in the 7100 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- of Sunset. stole a vehicle parked in the 1500 pect committed a petty theft from a block of Santa Monica. cle parked in the 4600 block of block of Cassil. vehicle parked in the 200 block of Franklin at 4 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a

Reeves. vehicle parked in the 1000 block of May 19 An unknown suspect burglarized a At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect Western at 3:45 p.m. vehicle parked in the 1900 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a burglary in the500 At midnight, an unknown suspect Outpost at 6:45 p.m. residence in the 200 block of S. block of N. Western. At 3:50 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 7500 Doheny at 3:39 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7000 block of Lexington. At 9:50 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of Hollywood. burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect tim near the corner of Lillian and An unknown suspect committed a 900 block of S. Tremaine. burglarized a vehicle parked in the grand theft in the 900 block of Willoughby at 5 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a

300 block of N. La Peer. Westbourne at 11:30 a.m. petty theft in the 800 block of S. An unknown suspect committed a At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Burnside at 4 p.m. petty theft in the 4200 block of At 11:15 p.m., an unknown sus- stole a vehicle parked near the May 21 corner of Third and Oxford. Beverly at 11:45 p.m. pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect

An unknown suspect stole a vehi- in the 800 block of Huntley. committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 11:55 p.m., an unknown sus- cle parked in the 200 block of N. El 8700 block of W. Third. cle parked in the 1000 block of S. pect assaulted a victim near the Camino at 9:15 a.m. Los Angeles Police Orlando at 7 p.m. corner of Eighth and Western. An unknown suspect committed a

At 2:03 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft near the corner of Third Department At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 700 block and Berendo at 4:45 p.m. May 20 stole a vehicle parked in the 300 of Trenton. May 16 block of Hauser. At 4:50 p.m., an unknown suspect At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect

committed a petty theft in the 6400 committed a burglary in the 300 May 22 An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Hollywood. block of S. Burnside. vehicle parked in the 100 block of vehicle parked in the 4400 block of

A suspect was arrested on suspi- N. Irving at 3:30 a.m. W. Pico at 8 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a cion of driving under the influence An unknown suspect stole a bicy- burglary in the 800 block of N. of alcohol or drugs near the corner At 7:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect cle in the 300 block of N. Genesee Martel at 1:45 a.m. of Burton and Rexford at 2:17 a.m. committed a grand theft in the committed a petty theft in the 6100 at 5 p.m. 5400 block of Beverly. block of Hollywood. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 5:30 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 400 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect stole a vehi- burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of N. Canon. cle parked in the 5400 block of cle parked in the 5200 block of 7200 block of Franklin. 4400 block of Pico. Sunset at 1 p.m. Wilshire at 8:40 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- petty theft in the 400 block of N. At 1:50 p.m., an unknown suspect At 9:15 p.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 5400 block of Sunset at tim in the 6600 block of Emmet Bedford at 6:20 p.m. assaulted a victim near the corner burglarized a vehicle parked in the 6:40 p.m. Terrace at 10:10 a.m. of Willoughby and Cole. 100 block of S. Wilton. May 23 At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 1:45 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a stole a vehicle parked in the 300 committed a burglary in the 900 At 2:12 a.m., an unknown suspect grand theft near the corner of petty theft in the 8000 block of block of Hauser. block of Edgemont. committed a grand theft from a Melrose and Curson at 5:30 p.m. Beverly at 9:30 p.m. vehicle parked in the 100 block of May 19 An unknown suspect stole a bicy- Stanley. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect cle in the 400 block of N. La Brea committed a petty theft in the 1500 stole a vehicle parked in the 1600 An unknown suspect assaulted a at 2:30 p.m. block of N. Harvard. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of Serrano. victim in the 4800 block of Olympic

cle parked in the 200 block of N. at 12:15 a.m. At 6:14 p.m., an unknown suspect La Peer at 10 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a May 17 burglary in the 200 block of N. assaulted a victim near the corner Windsor at 11:30 p.m. At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect of Lexington and Vine. West Hollywood At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 1400 Sheriff’s Station block of N. Highland.

May 14 An unknown suspect committed a Feuer files charges in death involving unsecured gun petty theft near the corner of El An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Centro and Afton at 5:50 a.m. Los Angeles City Attorney Mike able tragedies like the one we allege the closet of the bedroom where the cle parked in the 600 block of Feuer’s office has filed three crimi- here. With kids home from school, 5-year-old boy slept and played. Westbourne at 1 a.m. At 7:26 a.m., an unknown suspect nal charges against Jaylin Burdette safely storing firearms has never In the early afternoon of Nov. 20, committed a petty theft in the 6400 in connection with the death of a 5- been more important.” the boy found the gun and fatally At 4:15 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Lexington. year-old boy who shot himself with On Nov. 13-14, Burdette, a shot himself. committed a burglary in the 1100 an allegedly unsecured gun in a res- licensed security guard, visited his Burdette was charged with crimi- block of La Cienega. An attempted theft was reported in idence in Leimert Park. mother’s home in Leimert Park. His nal storage of a firearm, unlawful the 500 block of S. Saint Andrews “Time and again, I’ve empha- mother was the legal guardian and storage of a firearm and carrying a An unknown suspect committed a at 7:30 a.m. sized that it’s absolutely crucial to foster mother of the 5-year-old boy. loaded firearm in a public place. If burglary in the 500 block of N. Croft at 5 a.m. At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect lock up your guns, and this horrific Early on Nov. 14, Burdette convicted, he faces a maximum committed a burglary in the 3600 incident illustrates exactly why,” allegedly found a loaded gun in the sentence of one year in jail and May 15 block of W. Seventh. Feuer said. “In Los Angeles, lock- alley behind his mother’s house. He $1,000 in fines. ing up guns is the law because it allegedly took the gun inside and For information, visit lacityattor- An unknown suspect stole a vehi- A suspect robbed a victim in the saves lives and prevents unthink- placed it in a document container in ney.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 May 28, 2020

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For the first time, the hospitality experts behind Beverly Hills’ leg- endary hotels have come together to bring the world-renowned Beverly Hills experience into the homes of viewers everywhere. The seven- part Beverly Hills Home Hotelier series, created by Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau, includes timely subjects such as culinary exploration, wellness and self-care, interior design, and smoothie and cocktail crafting. The web series features some of the world’s most exciting and luxu- rious hotels, including the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel; Sixty Beverly Hills; the Beverly Hills Hotel; the Beverly Hilton; the Peninsula Beverly Hills; Viceroy L’Ermitage Beverly Hills and Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. Each video takes a behind-the-scenes photo courtesy of the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau look at how the hotels create some The Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel, marked the 30th anniversary of the unique amenities or services of “Pretty Woman” with the Feeling Pretty cocktail. for which they are so well known. During the 30th anniversary of Nous kitchen at Viceroy “Pretty Woman,” the Beverly “We’re excited to bring L’Ermitage. Wilshire shows viewers how to the Beverly Hills experi- Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills have their own “Pretty Woman” Director of Spa Amanda Raich photo by Edwin Folven moment by replicating the Feeling ence into the homes of shared easy-to-follow skin care and Pretty cocktail – the wildly popular our guests around the wellness tips, straight from Waldorf namesake of the famous movie world with our new Astoria’s celebrated La Prairie Spa. More merchants reopen at which showcased the hotel over “We look forward to welcoming three decades ago. Beverly Hills Home visitors back to Beverly Hills as Sixty Beverly Hills hosted a local Hotelier series.” soon as people are ready to travel Original Farmers Market yogi on its rooftop pool deck to Julie Wagner, again,” said Julie Wagner, CEO of guide viewers through a five- The Original Farmers Market, corner of Third and Fairfax, is welcoming CEO of BHCVB BHCVB. “But in the meantime, minute morning yoga routine to we’re excited to bring the Beverly many additional merchants back as stay-at-home orders are eased. start the day centered and strong. space. Hills experience into the homes of As an essential service, the Farmers Market has been open during the The Beverly Hills Hotel, which Executive chef David Codney of our guests around the world with “Safer at Home” order and is offering fresh groceries, pantry items and has served the McCarthy Salad in the Peninsula Beverly Hills walked our new Beverly Hills Home take-home family meals. In accordance with state and county guidelines its Polo Lounge since the 1940s, viewers through the essentials of Hotelier series. As we wait for trav- for reopening local businesses, six of the market’s retail stores and more had executive sous chef Jon Hiller replicating Peninsula’s world- el to resume, we hope that this video than 10 restaurants and specialty food shops have reopened. show viewers how to recreate the famous afternoon tea at home, collection will inspire creativity, The merchants that recently reopened include Bar 326, Cost Plus World celeb-favorite dish in the comfort of focusing on scones, lemon curd and incite reminders of happy travel Market, Kip’s Toyland, Light My Fire, Magee’s Kitchen, Magee’s House their own home. smoked salmon sandwiches. memories and generate some of Nuts, Marmalade Café, Moishe’s, Pampas Grill, Singapore’s Banana Upon completion of its extensive Executive chef Roger Thomas of excitement for what’s ahead.” Leaf, Starbucks, The Salad Bar, Sticker Planet, T&Y Bakery and interior renovation, the Beverly Viceroy L’Ermitage Beverly Hills For information, visit lovebever- WildFlora. They join the many merchants that were already open at the Hilton discussed easy design created the perfect immunity-boost- lyhills.com/articles/view/home- Farmers Market, 6333 W. Third St. For information, call (323)933-9211, or tweaks to enhance your living ing green smoothie from the Avec hotelier-video-series. visit farmersmarketla.com. S A

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In the Original Farmers Market • 3rd & Fairfax 9695 MlMelr A .evose (A (c orner ofWf Wilcox)l ) (323) 933-8446 • (323) 933-8447 4217-7(323)46 16 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press ‘The Good Fight’ packs all the legal drama, mixed with politics

Never has a more disingenuous cares about one demographic, phrase existed than, “it’s too politi- unconcerned with who it offends. cal.” We learn far more about one’s You might complain about all that politics than the topic of discussion. political stuff, but good art can still One rumor that the next 007 boldly point a finger rather than agent might be a woman, and the dance around current events with- trolls freak. And yet, most English- out taking a side. mer partners. Their loss is another language media is produced by Sometimes the spinning totem firm’s gain, right? Alas, she soon white men, featuring stories specif- needs to drop, and we must face learns she’s untouchable — fallout ic to a perceived white audience. reality – pop our cultural bubbles. from her involvement with the When something challenges that Seasoned lawyer Diane Lockhart fund. But one team of lawyers, assumption, like a female doctor (Christine Baranski) faces that turn- Reddick, Boseman & Kolstad, the cast in “Doctor Who” following 12 ing point when Donald Trump wins largest black-owned firm in men in the role, it stands out far the 2016 election. Rather than photo courtesy of CBS Chicago, sees an opportunity. more, and backlash immediately return to business as usual, the pro- Christine Baranski, Audra McDonald and Rose Leslie star in the high- This isn’t a white savior story. follows. Once Marvel Studios exe- gressive attorney (who fled her stakes legal drama “The Good Fight,” a spin-off of “The Good Wife.” Diane doesn’t upend anything, take cutes its long-standing promise to altruistic advocacy roots ages ago) over or serve as a voice of wisdom feature an LGBTQ character (22 or plans to retire. Trump changed amongst passionate people of color, Lucca is this series’ Kalinda, the episode’s plotline forward. more films later), the “social justice everything, and his presence haunts a trope directly addressed in a sea- poker-faced staffer who’s quite When the series first began, Maia warrior” attacks and “politically Diane like a specter. son two story involving the DNC. comfortable with who she is, Rindell (Rose Leslie from “Game correct” bemoaning will erupt from But a small hiccup prevents her Diane always fancied herself an unconcerned with the opinions of of Thrones”) received top billing the bowels of YouTube comment long walk into the morning sun: her idealist, but the new digs don’t others. Marissa is also a charming and some central stories (her father threads, salivating in tired double retirement plans are upended by a result in peace of mind. Instead, she character, serving as the primary defrauds a lot of people), but she standards. longtime friend’s fraudulent misuse faces a slew of new challenges: youthful presence (even though takes a while to become a presence The easiest defense tactic for of her retirement fund. A scandal spousal conflict, national turmoil she’s not much younger than others in front of a jury. Her stories rely most series is subtlety through erupts. and a growing sense of numbness on the show), both tech savvy and more on internal drama than any- euphemism, a softer approach to Now Diane can’t quit practicing to everything around her. informal compared to her peers. thing else. politics. Well “The Good Fight,” a law, but she already signed her exit For any fans of “The Good Wife” As for new arrivals, Delroy You might be turned off at this spin-off of “The Good Wife,” does- paperwork at Lockhart, Deckler, who inhaled those seven wonderful Lindo’s Adrian Boseman leads the point. “Please, no more agendas in n’t bother with coy. No false equiv- Gussman, Lee, Lyman, Gilbert- seasons, plenty of familiar faces pack. He’s animated in the court- media – just something fun.” Hey, alency that “both sides have good Lurie, Kagan, Tannebaum, & return, from judges and opposing room and jovial among the staff. it’s entirely possible to enjoy some- people” found here. With sniper Associates (the mouthful is the council to regulars who migrated to Lindo enjoys a long Hollywood thing without agreeing with it. Does focus, this CBS All Access series joke) to the glee of her greedy for- the spinoff. Beyond Diane, there’s career on the big and small screens, enjoying gun fetishism in “John Lucca Quinn (Cush Jumbo) from but his performance as Adrian Wick'' make you a Second season seven, Marissa Gold (Sarah might be the most memorable to Amendment apologist? Regardless, Steele) who grew up on on “The date. Firm investigator Jay Dipersia “The Good Fight” still offers splen- Good Wife,” and even Julius Cain (Nyambi Nyambi) is also a fun did courtroom drama, rich emotion- (Michael Boatman), who appeared character, though he has little else al moments and all the soft-R mate- in most seasons. to do unrelated to moving each rial All Access elates in.

photo courtesy of Courtesy of CBS Christine Baranski is superb as seasoned lawyer Diane Lockhart in “The Good Fight.” The Petersen Automotive Museum prepares for car week

The Petersen Automotive “We’re thrilled to announce the Museum announced a list of spon- featured classes for the 2020 sors for Petersen Car Week, as well Petersen Concours d’Elegance and as the featured classes for the the amazing list of sponsors to sup- Petersen Concours d’Elegance. port the week-long virtual events,” Premiering on the museum’s said Terry L. Karges, Petersen YouTube channel on August 16, the executive director. “Although we’d concours will include classes such much rather be experiencing the as American Classic Open & vehicles in-person, we’re excited to Closed, Post-war Preservation, see the submissions we receive Ferrari Grand Touring, Post-war from around the world in each of Sports, Movies and TV, Off-Road, the concours classes.” Hot Rod and Shooting Brake. During each day of Petersen Car The Sunday concours will be the Week, the museum will host events final event during a week-long featuring user-submitted videos and schedule of digital content pro- content. Events will include live duced by the museum for the first- vehicle debuts, online auctions, ever Petersen Car Week, which exclusive interviews and car shows. begins August 12. Along with fea- All events will be free and debuted tured categories, the Sunday con- as premieres on the Petersen cours will include a live concept car YouTube channel, allowing car showing. enthusiasts from around the world Additionally, organizers continue to access the content and create a to add an array of strong partners to sense of community. elevate the week, including Museum staff encourages car Bonhams, Bring a Trailer, enthusiasts to submit events they Michelin, McCail’s Motorworks would like to see as part of the 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hollywood • 323.656.3737 Revival, Exotics on Broadway, weekly schedule at Sonoma Speed Festival, O’Gara petersen.org/petersen-car-week. UPDATED STORE HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Coach, Porsche Club of America For information, visit SATURDAY 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM SUNDAY 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and RM Sotheby’s. petersen.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 May 28, 2020 L.A. gallery joins online art show Hollywood Temple Beth El celebrates Shavuot Today at 8 p.m., the Hollywood traditional sweet dairy desserts meditations and studies that were Temple Beth El will celebrate will not be served, but it is recom- believed to engage the worship- “Leyl Tikun,” an evening of cos- mended that participants bring per in an act of healing the uni- mic repair, on the first night of their favorite sweet desserts to the verse. Shavuot, via Zoom. session in honor of the long- Since the public cannot be The highlights of the celebra- standing Shavuot tradition. together physically, the members tion will be a sing-along of popu- Shavuot, the Feast of Weeks, of the temple will be hosting the lar Jewish and Israeli songs led by marks the culmination of seven celebration through the internet. guest Cantor Bryce Emily weeks from the start of Passover, Yizkor Memorial services will Megdal and a discussion on clas- the period of the summer harvest, also be held on May 30 at 10:30 sic Jewish sources around the and, by ancient Jewish tradition, a.m., as part of the Shabbat concept of revelation, led by the revelation of teaching at Mt. Shavuot Service. Rabbi Norbert Weinberg. Sinai. “Leyl Tikun” is an old To join the Zoom meeting, visit As it is a virtual celebration, Kabbalistic term for mystical us02web.zoom.us/j/87988390240.

photo courtesy of Luis De Jesus Los Angeles Artist Caitlin Cherry produced “Wilhelm Scream,” a digital pigment print, for a new online art fair initiative. Virtual Pride Parade adds

Luis De Jesus Los Angeles display from May 27 through June announced its participation in 2. Edmonds and Livingston’s art- celebrities to its line-up FAIR, presented by the New Art works will go live June 3 and June Dealers Alliance in partnership 10. The COVID-19 pandemic can- The Lavender Effect is a non- with Artlogic, from May 20 The initiative will also feature a celed events throughout the sum- profit project of Community through June 21. series of online performances, stu- mer including Pride, but to cele- Partners that focuses on celebrating FAIR is a new art fair initiative dio visits and talks to complement brate the 50th anniversary the LGBTQ+ heritage and culture. designed to be entirely online, func- the online art shows presented by Lavender Effect will host a live Through events such “Virtual Pride tion cooperatively and act as a ben- participating galleries and artists. “Virtual Pride Parade” on May 31 Parade,” its Oral History Projects, efit for NADA’s community of gal- FAIR offers an alternative profit- at noon on Zoom and Facebook. educational programs, the organiza- leries, nonprofits and artists. FAIR sharing model, structured to facili- Transgender activist and actress tion hopes to reduce shame, combat directly supports 119 NADA tate mutual support within the art Alexandra Billings will be the homophobia and empower gallery members and 81 other gal- community and provide revenue to grand marshal of the event, and LGBTQ+ youth. leries that have been financially each of its participants during a numerous nonprofits, government "We can't have public gatherings impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. time in which galleries have tem- organizations and artists will partic- this year, but we can certainly do Each participating gallery will porarily closed their physical loca- ipate such as Lily Tomlin, Bruce Pride in our own way, for example, present a series of artworks over tions. Vilanch, Michael Musto, drag by connecting and celebrating our four weeks with the opportunity to A percentage from each sale queen Barbie-Q, Los Angeles City community via the Virtual Pride share new artworks each week. made from FAIR will directly ben- Controller Ron Galperin, President Parade,” said Musto, a long-time Luis De Jesus Los Angeles will pre- efit all participating galleries such of PFLAG Kathy Godwin and West entertainment journalist attending photo courtesy of the Lavender Effect sent new works by Caitlin Cherry, as Luis De Jesus Los Angeles. In Hollywood Mayor Linsdey the event. Actress Betty Buckley is one of Laura Krifka, June Edmonds and addition, a percentage of each sale Horvath. To sign up for free virtual tickets many celebrities joining the Margie Livingston. will support NADA. "Our queer community stands on and receive weekly updates about Lavender Effect’s “Virtual Pride Cherry’s artwork was featured on For information, visit the shoulders of the many who gave the event or to learn how to become Parade.” May 20, and Krifka’s artwork is on thisisfair.org. their lives, so that we may know a sponsor, go to

true freedom. We have built our gay thelavendareffect.networkfor- For information, visit thelaven- house on a foundation of revolu- good.com/events/209696-virutal- dereffect.org. tion,” Billings said. “During this parade-tm. chaotic and truly bizarre time, there is an entire generation that is reminded of the loss we suffered during the AIDS plague, our first viral pandemic. As a 58 year old transwoman, who has been carry- ing this virus for almost three decades now, I hold the humans Caught on film who left us far too soon.... and so for them, we celebrate. We are sur- vivors, and we blossom in times of adversity. So let's show the world how we navigate troubled times and how we embrace the divine light by throwing the best damn party the internet has ever seen.” More celebrities will be in atten- dance or the virtual parade such as Audra McDonald, Sean Hayes, Betty Buckley and Sandra Bernhard. “I am very excited to have been invited to join the Lavender Effect for their 2020 Virtual Pride Parade event,” Buckley said. “We can be together online this year for Pride to celebrate our diversity, community, love and pride.” The Lavender Effect is accepting applications from individuals and organizations who would like to participate in the Virtual Pride Parade. Activists in the LGBTQ+ community, political leaders and celebrities who want to help orga- nizers reach a broad audience are encouraged to apply. This photograph in the May 17, 1951, issue of the Park Labrea Those who participate are News featured the headline “Park La Brea is in the movies” and encouraged to creatively and safely showed actor Farley Granger signing autographs for young residents express Pride inside or outside, in Jackie Schaffer and Gitelle Sax. Granger and actress Shelley Winters motion or stationery, harmonic or were starring in an RKO Pictures film titled “Behave Yourself!” that monotone, dressed up or dressed was being filed at Park La Brea and included exterior shots of build- down, but no nudity is allowed. ings on Alandele Avenue, Sixth Street and Wilshire Boulevard. The Individuals are also asked to state film was about a character named Bill Denny who was followed home their gratitude for LGBTQ+ elders, by a cute Welsh terrier – a dog that was also the target of the mob, to recite their post-pandemic vision according to imdb.com. Many residents came out to watch the filming or explain what Pride means to and can be seen as extras in the movie. them. 18 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Celebrate annual high school chorale festival online BHUSD names Apple Award winners The Los Angeles Master Chorale has created a special virtual version The Beverly Hills Unified of its annual High School Choir School District will host the 2020 Festival that will be held online on Apple Awards Ceremony at 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, at 1 p.m. today, May 28, on Zoom. The chorale usually assembles a This year’s winners from mega choir of 1,000 high school Beverly Hills High School are Phil singers at Walt Disney Concert Chang and Casey Rowley. Among Hall for the annual festival, but cre- other duties, Chang teaches ated the virtual celebration because English, coaches track and field, participants are unable to gather advises broadcast journalism and due to the COVID-19 pandemic. is a coach for positive behavioral The Virtual High School Choir interventions and supports. Festival will feature favorite Rowley serves as a college coun- moments from recent past festivals, selor and has an active blog on col- curated by Grant Gershon, the lege admissions, collegecounselor- rowley.com. Master Chorale’s Kiki and David photo courtesy of BHUSD photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Master Chorale From Beverly Vista Middle Gindler artistic director, Associate Richard Waters is one of the Jenny Wong, associate conductor, leads the LA Master Chorale in a School, the winners are Josh Conductor Jenny Wong and Apple Award winners for 2020. Director of Education Lesili Beard. concert. Schmidt and Camille Campion. Highlights will include a “Purple Schmidt, who teaches eighth Richard Waters is the Rain” tribute to Prince in 2016, Bill recordings were submitted by festi- singers consider the festival to be a grade math, has worked at every Administrator winner, and Christie Withers’ “Lean on Me” from 2019, val participants to create the piece, high point of their school year and BHUSD school and participated in Shaffer is the Classified winner. student interviews, testimonials of which encourages hope amid an one of the most enjoyable perfor- almost every capacity in and out of Waters who was recognized gratitude from high school seniors environment of isolation and mance opportunities of their lives. the classroom. Campion is a spe- with an Apple Award in 2008 as a and messages from former festival uncertainty. Students are especially eager to cial education teacher and chairs teacher, moved on to become an guest conductors. The festival will “The Virtual High School Choir experience a special connection to the Special Education Department. administrator in 2011. This year culminate in a virtual performance Festival fills a void left among par- music and their peers who share From Hawthorne School, the marks the third time that Richard of participants singing “The ticipants when they were notified their enthusiasm for choral singing.” winner is Kathleen Greenleaf, who has been assigned to work at Promise of Light,” by Georgia that the originally scheduled festival To view the festival, visit lamas- has worked for the BHUSD since Beverly Vista, and as the school’s Stitt, with lyrics by Len Schiff. was canceled due to the pandemic,” terchorale.org/high-school-choir- 2000 teaching students as young as assistant principal, he was part of Hundreds of voice and video Beard said. “Many of the young festival. 4 and as old as 18. She currently works as a resource teacher for the team that created BHUSD’s transitional kindergarten through first comprehensive middle third grade. school. Verizon and LAUSD expand distance learning agreement From Horace Mann School, Afi Shaffer began working for the Delijani is the winner. Delijani has BHUSD Special Services Los Angeles Unified School ing for hundreds of thousands of of California Department of been a dedicated teacher in the Department as a senior secretary in District and Verizon announced additional students across Education’s mission to help bridge BHUSD for 15 years, and has 1994. Now, as a systems adminis- they amended their original agree- California.” the digital divide by committing taught second, third, fourth and trator, she specializes in BHUSD’s ment from March to help other The digital divide in urban and unlimited internet connectivity at a fifth grades. Delijani currently Student Information System and school districts in California enable rural communities has shown chal- discounted rate for underserved stu- teaches third grade and is a coach state reporting. She is the vice distance learning. lenges for students who do not have dents in California. for positive behavioral interven- chair of the L.A. regional group of The original agreement with devices and lack the internet access “We are grateful to Verizon and tions and supports. California IT in Education. Verizon enabled LAUSD to pro- they need to stay connected with LAUSD for their efforts to help our In the superintendent category, For information, visit bhusd.org. vide internet access at no cost to their school community. schools close the digital divide for students whose families could not “We need to make sure every stu- students across the state,” State otherwise afford it. dent has the device and internet Superintendent of Public BHUSD approved for graduation parade “Verizon’s original agreement access they need to be connected Instruction Tony Thurmond said. from March of this year with Los with their school community,” Los “Access to technology is as critical Everybody loves a parade and on May 22, Beverly Hills Unified School Angeles Unified to enable distance Angeles Unified Superintendent to academic success as a textbook. District Superintendent Michael Bregy happily told Beverly Hills High learning for 125,000 low-income Austin Beutner said. “We’re This development helps move the School seniors and their families that the graduation car parade would take children has become the gold stan- delighted other students throughout needle in our efforts to level the place on June 4. dard framework nationally during California will be connected with playing field for all students, now “We are so proud of our seniors and are thrilled to be able to celebrate the COVID-19 pandemic,” said their school communities as a result and in the years ahead.” the culmination of your high school journey this way,” Bregy said. “I must Andrés Irlando, senior vice presi- of this amended agreement School districts that are interest- be clear that the announcement came with a stringent list of rules and reg- dent and president, Public Sector between Los Angeles Unified and ed in learning more can contact ulations we are required to follow. The health and safety of our entire com- and Verizon Connect at Verizon. Verizon.” their Verizon representative, call munity is of the utmost importance to me, and I know that you will share “We’re thrilled to build on that orig- Last month, with Gov. Gavin (855)343-7283 or visit in my commitment to ensuring we uphold the greatest care when partici- inal agreement with Los Angeles Newsom and First Partner Jennifer enterprise.verizon.com/solutions/p pating in this event. Please stay tuned for a comprehensive plan about how Unified to partner with the State of Siebel Newsom, Verizon ublic-sector/education/distance- the day will proceed. See you on June 4!” California to enable distance learn- announced its support of the State learning/. For information, visit bhusd.org. Rosewood STEM Magnet Urban Planning & Urban Design

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Beverly Hills High School senior Beverly Hills announces virtual summer camps for June The city of Beverly Hills Community Services named Presidential Scholar Department will offer virtual summer camp offerings for a variety of its most popular specialty camps start- U.S. Secretary of Education ing June 8. Betsy DeVos announced the selec- These virtual summer camps will provide kids a tion of Matthew Allana, who wonderful way to stay connected to their summer camp attends Beverly Hills High School, community and friends while staying safe at home. As as a 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholar. part of the experience, kids will engage in some of their He is one of 161 outstanding favorite activities, find new skills or sharpen already American high school seniors who acquired skills through interactive programs. have demonstrated outstanding “Though many of our public facilities remain closed academic achievement, artistic during this unprecedented public health crisis, we in excellence, technical expertise, your Community Services Department remain hard at leadership, citizenship, service and work to bring you an array of exciting summer pro- contribution to school and commu- grams to keep you and your kids active, engaged, con- nity. nected and nourished - mind, body and soul,” Director “It is my honor to congratulate of Beverly Hills Community Service Department Matthew on this outstanding Jenny Roger said. achievement,” Beverly Hills Summer camps being offered online include Camp Unified School District photo courtesy of BHUSD Beverly Hills, Catskills West, Asteme Math & Science Superintendent Michael Bregy Matthew Allana Camp, Engineering with LEGO, Professor Egghead said. “We wish Matthew every suc- Science Camp, AK Soccer Academy, Brit West Soccer cess as he embarks on this next have actually received the award. I Camp, Got Game Baseball, Got Game Flag Football, photo courtesy of City of Beverly Hills Community Services chapter at Harvard University.” owe everything to my parents, Yoga Retreat, Cardboard Camp with Rediscover and will soon debut an all new specialty camp, Camp Allana is a student at Beverly teachers and fellow students for Bizzy Girls Entrepreneurship Camp. Create. There kids will be able to explore the arts, Hills High School, where he serves creating an environment in which Fees range from $50 to $325 depending on days and nature, and outdoor recreation with full camp and a la as the senior class president and I’ve been able to thrive.” duration of specific camps. carte class options by instructors in California. helped set up a student ambassador The 2020 U.S. Presidential In addition to the city’s commitment to bringing high For information or to register, call (310)285-6850 or program. He previously served as a Scholars are comprised of one quality arts and culture offerings, Community Services visit beverlyhills.org/bhrec. DECA state officer and sat on the young man and one young woman California Career Technical from each state, the District of Education Advisory Committee. Columbia and Puerto Rico, and After covering multiple national from U.S. families living abroad, Celebrate Korean Culture Day with jazz events and interviewing politicians as well as 15 chosen at-large, 20 as a youth reporter, Matthew U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Today, the Korean Cultural Center founded the Emperor’s New Arts, and 20 U.S. Presidential Los Angeles in partnership with Clothes, or tenc.us, a website and Scholars in Career and Technical members of Kelly Che Band and the network of high-school clubs dedi- Education. Chestondi Project, a group of jazz cated to increasing teen awareness Since 1983, each U.S. musicians from various back- of the facts behind major issues. Presidential Scholar has been grounds in the L.A. area, will host a Matthew plans to attend Harvard offered the opportunity to name his special performance “Searching for University as an economics major or her most influential teacher. Sori” in honor of Korean Culture and is extremely grateful for the Each distinguished teacher is hon- Day. support and guidance his parents, ored with a personal letter from the The event is an online perfor- teachers and friends have given Secretary of Education. mance featuring Korean folk songs him. The teacher chosen for recogni- in a jazz style. Kelly Che Band and “I’m so honored and humbled to tion by Allana was John Johnson the Chestondi Project will perform be named a Presidential Scholar,” III of Beverly Hills High School. “Five Hundred Years,” a song about Allana said. “I was thrilled just to For information, visit a woman waiting for her beloved Photo courtesy of Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles be nominated, so I’m shocked to ed.gov/programs/psp. husband. Kelly Che Band members record from their homes. “This concert has prepared a crossover jazz performance where many people can enjoy and interact its webpage. L.A. Theatre Works produces a multicultural local musicians in the with Korean music and culture.” On June 18, KCCLA, Kelly Che U.S. interpret Korean traditional sen- During the coronavirus pandemic, Band and the Chestondi Project will timents in different ways and interact all future 2020 Korean Culture Day livestream a performance featuring family collection of plays with each other,” said Wijin Park, events will be organized virtually to “Sailor Song,” another Korean folk Los Angeles Theatre Works has and 16, who must spend one year director of KCCLA. “I hope it will ensure the health and safety of the song which will be arranged using created a package of five produc- with their demanding grandmother. serve as an opportunity to expand the community using platforms such as Latin jazz-style. tions to be enjoyed by listeners of Actors from “Star Trek” and “Star base of Hallyu in the U.S., so that Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and For information, visit kccla.org. all ages while at home. Trek: The Next Generation” recre- The L.A. Theatre Works “Family ate the classic radio thriller, “War of Collection” offers an opportunity the Worlds.” In 1938, H.G. Wells’ for parents and kids to close their radio broadcast of “War of the eyes, use their imagination and Worlds” created nationwide panic hang onto the words of William as audiences around the country Shakespeare, Arthur Conan Doyle, panicked and believed eyewitness Neil Simon, H.G. Wells and Bruce reports of an invasion from Mars. Coville. “With L.A. Theatre Works, A mix of comedy, mystery and science fiction, the titles in the there is a whole cast “Family Collection” are appropri- interpreting it for you. ate for all ages and offer an experi- It’s a very rich, exciting ence that is different from hearing a experience. story aloud, listening to an audio- Susan Loewenberg, book or watching a performance. producing artistic director “With audiobooks, you usually have only one person telling the Originally directed by Orson story,” said Susan Loewenberg, Welles and performed by his producing artistic director. “With Mercury Theatre of the Air, “War of L.A. Theatre Works, there is a the Worlds” is an adaptation by whole cast interpreting it for you. Howard Kock of the novel by H.G. It’s a very rich, exciting experience, Wells. the recordings stimulate concentra- In “My Teacher is an Alien,” a tion and imagination. And listening co-production with the BBC adapt- together is a great way to experi- ed from the novel by Coville, sixth ence these captivating stories.” grade Susan Simmon, who is In LATW’s recording of “A played by Lisa Bonet, can tell her Midsummer Night’s Dream,” a cast new substitute teacher, Mr. Smith, brings Shakespeare’s world to life. is strange. But she doesn’t know Doyle’s “The Hound of the just how different – until she catch- Baskervilles” dramatizes one of the es him peeling off his face. most famous stories ever written in Each of the titles in the L.A. the world of Sherlock Holmes and Theatre Works “Family Collection” inspired by the legend of a diaboli- can be downloaded as an mp3 digi- cal hound. tal file for $4.99, and these files are The Tony Award-winning “Lost also available for purchase as a CD. in Yonkers” by Simon, tells the For information, visit story of two young boys, aged 13 latw.org/family. 20 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press NHM presents the ‘Future of Food’ LACMA highlights music and sounds The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County continues its While concerts are on hold due to First Fridays Connected, a the coronavirus, the Los Angeles livestream version of its popular County Museum of Art presents a discussion and live music event new audio series “Latin Sounds: series, with a Zoom webinar about Meet the Musicians” as part of its the “Future of Food” on June 5 at 6 programming for LACMA @ p.m. Home. Panelists Ellen Jorgensen, co- The show is hosted by Mitch founder and chief science officer at Glickman, and it features music and Aanika, a biotech startup that safe- interviews with musicians original- guards supply chains and promotes ly slated to perform at LACMA’s sustainable practices, and Caroline 2020 Latin Sounds concert series. Kolta, project manager at XPRIZE The first episode has been released Foundation, whose work supports at lacma.org featuring musicians research to chart future roadmaps from the Echo Park Project. for food systems. Angelenos can also stream They will be joined by Los playlists from the 2020 music sea- Angeles writer Patt Morrison, who son of Jazz at LACMA and Latin will serve as the moderator for the Sounds on Spotify and Apple webinar. Music. After the discussion, science Additionally, LACMA presents a photo courtesy of the Echo Park Project photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum communicator Dustin Growick of Los Angeles County special audio mix by 2017 Members of The Echo Park Project stand on the stage. will interview NHMLAC’s Luis Ellen Jorgensen LACMA Art + Technology Lab M. Chiappe, senior vice president grant recipient Curtis Tamm. As of Research and Collections and part of his project “Tympanic sounds in the mix aim to heal trau- Lastly, on May 29 at 7 p.m., the Gretchen Augustyn director of Boy and KCRW resident DJ Tether,” Tamm conducted audio ma. LACMA, the Autry Museum of the the Dinosaur Institute, and host an Novena Carmel. NHMLAC will visual fieldwork in geologically LACMA produced a short film, American West and the Los interactive quiz game at 7 p.m. livestream the music show on active parts of the world to re-eval- narrated by curator Carol S. Eliel, Angeles Nomadic Division will First Friday Connected will end Zoom and YouTube Live. uate the relationship between cul- which explores several of the works present a screening of “małni – with final performances by Choir For information, visit nhm.org. ture and natural catastrophes. in “Betye Saar: Call and Response” towards the ocean, towards the He also researched the experien- and the relationship between found shore” using Vimeo. The film will tial and technological origins of the objects, drawings in Saar’s small be followed by a post-screening siren as a warning device to devel- sketchbooks – which the artist kept conversation with director Sky Japan Foundation L.A. op a series of new “siren candi- throughout her career – and fin- Hopinka. hosts chopsticks challenge dates,” far from typical sirens, the ished works. For information, visit lacma.org. The Japan Foundation Los Her presentation will be about Beverly Hills’ project provides creative outlet Angeles announced its first online soy, which is a key ingredient of #EdamameChamp event, an annual Japanese food, and healthy ways of The city of Beverly Hills chopstick skill competition to pro- eating by incorporating edamame Community Services Department mote healthy ways of eating in meals. It will then be followed by launched the Beverly Hills through Japanese cuisine and raise the edamame challenge where par- Beautiful -project in April as a way funds to provide food education ticipants will be able to test their to stay connected to and engaged programs to children, on May 30 at chopsticks skill by how many with the community while provid- 2 p.m. edamame beans, or any beans avail- ing a creative outlet for residents as This year the event will be hosted able at home, can be picked up and they navigate through difficult times with Table for Two USA, an organi- moved within a minute. brought upon the coronavirus pan- zation which addresses the joint The winner of this challenge will demic. issues of hunger and obesity. The be invited to the U.S. champi- The Beverly Hills Beautiful com- program will include a presentation onships, taking place on July 20. munity project was created for all by registered dietitian Mayuko For information, visit wa- ages and for everyone to get Okai. shokuiku.org/edamamechamp. involved, and each week the Community Services Department will announce two themes — “We Create Community” and “Art is Grammy Museum celebrates Life.” City staff is asking people to par- ticipate and share their creative photo by Joe Simo/courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills images, notes or videos on their Beverly Hills resident Joe Simon created the sculpture “Enduring.” Peggy Lee’s 100th birthday social media, using #beverlyhills- beautiful for the city to share their At the end of the six-week pro- community with the intention that The Grammy Museum celebrat- artworks with the community. ject, the city will create an online art and creativity are alive today, ed Peggy Lee’s 100th birthday on Creation can also be emailed to bev- gallery at beverlyhills.org/beverly- and it can inspire hope and wonder May 26 with an online panel dis- [email protected]. hillsbeautiful. City staff will also through beauty in the world,” cussion and first-ever curated “Since the program began, so select two of the most inspiring Simon said. “My sculpture, online exhibit. many beautiful creations have been entries from the program and pro- ‘Enduring,’ speaks to how [we] as Holly Foster Wells, Lee’s grand- shared based on the project descrip- vide selected artists with a gift cer- human beings all must endure daughter and president of Peggy tions, but we have received submis- tificate to a Beverly Hills restau- adversity and through that we Lee Associates LLC lead a birthday sions independent of the projects, rant. emerge stronger and enhanced by toast. Tish Oney, author of “Peggy and recognize that creative expres- Joe Simon, a resident of Beverly that experience.” Lee: A Century of Song” and mod- sion is a healthy, meaningful way to Hills, created a sculpture and sub- For information, visit beverly- erator Scott Goldman lead a pre- navigate challenging times,” said mitted a photo for the art program. hills.org/departments/community- taped panel discussion with artists Jenny Rogers, community ervices “I am sharing my work with our services/beverlyhillsbeautiful/. Eric Burton of the Black Pumas, director. Billie Eilish and K.D. Lang to com- memorate Lee’s life, music and ity had the opportunity to watch legacy. the Groundlings Theatre & The celebration was to honor the The Groundlings Theatre & School’s “The Crazy Uncle Joe centennial anniversary of Lee, one photo courtesy of the Grammy Museum Show,” a long-form improv show of the 20th century’s most impor- that begins with audience sugges- tant musical influences in the world Frank Sinatra and Peggy Lee School offers star-filled content tions that are then woven into sto- of jazz and popular music. Staff ries, with actors traveling back members also created a virtual Today, the Groundlings Theatre anyone seeking to develop their forth through time, playing differ- exhibit that displayed Lee’s career to be a female singer. Lee stayed & School is offering a writing sketch idea skills. ent characters in various situations milestones and accomplishments active as a concert performer until workshop shop, “Writing for Attendees will be able to spend on May 27. from the 1930’s through the early 1995, when she gave her final per- TV/Film,” hosted by Groundlings some time with Falcone and While the Groundlings Theatre 2000s. formances at Carnegie Hall and the alumni Ben Falcone and special Mallory, and ask questions on their & School’s campus, located at Norma Deloris Egstrom, better Hollywood Bowl. In 1998 she suf- guest Steve Mallory from 6-8 p.m. craft. The class is limited to the 7307 Melrose Ave., is currently known to the entertainment world fered a stroke and on Jan. 21, 2002, Falcone wrote feature films first 250 people and costs $50 to closed due to the COVID-19 crisis, as Peggy Lee, was born on May 26, she passed away at her home in “Tammy, Life of the Party” and register online at groundlings.com. staff continue to host online work- 1920, in Jamestown, North Dakota. California. “Thunderforce,” and co-wrote Proceeds from the class will go shops space for actors, comedians She left home at 17 and began her The panel discussion and virtual “The Boss” and “Looney Tunes toward funding and supporting the and artists. recording career in the early 1940s. exhibit will be available at the Show” with Mallory. The class Groundlings Theatre & School. For information, visit Over her seven-decade career, Grammy Museum’s website at will provide an opportunity for Additionally, Angelenos in need groundlings.com. Lee helped redefine what it meant grammymuseum.org. anyone working on a screenplay or of a laugh and an escape from real- Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 May 28, 2020 Sidewalks, streets could be used for dining Retailers given relief From page 1 With reopening mostly out of the employee safety that they care the task force, such as automatic city’s control, the task force mem- about,” Gohari said. renewal for outdoor dining permits, with reopening bers also directly addressed what Vice Mayor Robert Wunderlich are helpful, the task force members From page 1 Councilman Julian Gold described suggested that the city’s guidelines said, but the restaurateurs said set- as “the reason for this task force.” for reopening procedures, which ting aside streets – Canon Drive Lester Friedman said in a state- my opinion, we haven’t,” “When we can open for business are expected to be part of the city’s was named as a possibility – or at ment. “We look forward to time- Mirisch said. … what are the things the city can marketing strategy of positioning least street lanes and sidewalks ly updates from the county on the While council members do to make each of you successful? Beverly Hills as a safe place for would help all restaurants, not just reopening of indoor dining and agreed with Mirisch that more That’s really what we’re supposed people to visit, could take into those with rooftops and patios. personal care establishments.” enforcement of the mask ordi- to be talking about. The frustrations account those corporate and gov- “The real issue is that, sure, peo- Many of the Beverly Hills busi- nance may be necessary – “I with the state and all the rest, we ernment guidelines. ple will want to come into your ness owners’ concerns were think we’ve not enforced well, obviously have to deal with that, “We could consolidate them and restaurant and dine, but some peo- voiced during the public comment and I think enforcement is but the practical question in front of try to come up … with an aggregate ple are not going to feel comfort- portion of a May 22 special City important as we move for- us today is, can we come up with a set of protocols from the ones that able in an enclosed space. We’re Council meeting, during which ward,” Councilman Julian Gold series of tangible suggestions to put people have already developed in trying to provide the opportunity – the council voted 4-1 to send a let- said – the other four council in front of the council that the coun- their own companies. That could particularly for the restaurants that ter to Gov. Gavin Newsom asking members said they were taking cil can consider, things that will help move this forward,” will never be able to meet their for restrictions on businesses to be health into consideration when help your business be successful?” Wunderlich said. business model if they have to keep lifted by June 1. supporting the push to reopen Gold said. In the Tourism, Hospitality and 6 feet apart … we have to make it Councilman John Mirisch was businesses. In the Retail and Property Restaurants Subcommittee, safety work for everybody,” Lazaroff said. the lone vote against the propos- “We’ve learned better how to Subcommittee, the business owners was also a concern, and many of The task force members also al. Mirisch said he empathized deal with the virus … We have to discussed the safety measures they those businesses are also relying on made clear that, once closed to cars, with the business owners, but he come to live in the world in are preparing for once retail sales guidelines from the CDC and other the streets would need some addi- thought the city was ignoring which we’re living with the resumed. For instance, Tom government agencies, said Sandy tional decorations, such as lights for medical advice and pushing to virus,” Vice Mayor Robert Blumenthal, CEO and president of Murphy, general manager of the the trees and greenery. reopen before it was safe. Wunderlich said. Gearys of Beverly Hills, said his Beverly Hilton. “People are not going to want to While business owners Wunderlich added that once business hired Servpro, which han- “Each of us have our own list of just eat on a driveway or in the claimed they had met all of the the city’s safety protocols were dles cleanup after disasters like safety precautions that we’re doing. street without some sort of criteria from the Centers for developed, businesses would floods and fires, to clean the store, We’re doing everything that the ambiance,” Councilwoman Lili Disease Control and Prevention need to ensure their stores stay and Gearys has prepared a video to CDC has requested. We’re looking Bosse said. and other government agencies safe. advertise “that our stores are going at the county and state guidelines to Gold asked city staff to move on reopening safely and stressed “It would be incumbent on the to be safe, showing the process that make sure that we’re keeping the quickly on what the task force dis- the city’s success in slowing the city to ensure those protocols are we went through to keep the store guests as safe as possible … It’s cussed and bring it back to the spread of the virus, not everyone followed and that there are teeth safe.” been devastating for us and our council soon. is being safe, Mirisch said. He in the enforcement. If stores “It’s up to the client at the end of employees, and whatever we can do “I’m concerned that if we don’t noted that he frequently sees peo- aren’t following the protocols, the day. It’s up to them if they feel to move that forward, sooner rather meet again for another week, we’re ple in Beverly Hills who are not they’ll get shut down,” safe coming out. If they’re vulnera- than later, is obviously very impor- going to lose time … If there’s practicing social distancing and Wunderlich said. ble, maybe they should stay home, tant to us,” Murphy said. some way we could sort of begin not covering their face, despite Councilwoman Lili Bossed but I think we should be open and The task force members in the that process so we’re ahead of the the city ordinance that requires said that while health and safety ready to serve our customers that Tourism, Hospitality and curve, that would be great,” Gold masks in public. is considered “first and foremost feel safe to come out,” Blumenthal Restaurants Subcommittee also dis- said. “I have to say, it’s so disap- in every decision we’ve ever said. cussed how streets and sidewalks Gold and Bosse asked the pointing to not only see the inci- made,” reopening businesses Kathy Gohari, director of client could be utilized to help shoppers, Tourism, Hospitality and dents with my own eyes, but to was the most beneficial step for engagement on the West Coast for diners and pedestrians practice Restaurants Subcommittee mem- get so many reports from people everyone in Beverly Hills. Valentino and former president of social distancing while allowing bers to come up with more ideas to when we’re not enforcing [the “Now is the time, as we’re in a the Rodeo Drive Committee, said businesses to reopen more fully. help their businesses, many of rules]. How about we start with historic moment, that we be bold her business has met a list of Barbara Lazaroff, of Spago and which will not be allowed to reopen that before saying we’ve done yet again and do what’s best for requirements and guidelines – such other Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining until the state approves the county’s anything successfully, because in our community,” Bosse said. as masks for employees, extra space Group restaurants, said sidewalk request. The council members also for social distancing and disinfect- dining alone won’t work without made clear that they would do their ing – from the Centers of Disease additional space. utmost to help the businesses in Control and Prevention. Gohari “If you’re sitting with your wife Beverly Hills. Dodgers Foundation helps added that the corporate offices of on a table on a sidewalk and some- “We definitely want you to know many Rodeo Drive retailers are body walks by you, you’re not that, as a council and a community, working to create safety plans of going to feel like that’s physical dis- we are a partner. We want you to fund internet connectivity their own. tancing. You’re not going to feel succeed, and we definitely want to “Obviously for them, it’s not just comfortable,” Lazaroff said. partner with you to make that hap- On May 21, the Los Angeles iest, most at-risk members of our the public who’s coming in, but Some of the ideas presented to pen,” Bosse said. Dodgers Foundation awarded a community,” said Charisse one-time grant of $10,000 to Bremond Weaver, Brotherhood the Brotherhood Crusade to pro- Crusade president and CEO. vide internet access and technol- “The Los Angeles Dodgers City, Dodgers set up COVID-19 testing site ogy hardware for 5,000 low- Foundation’s mission is bigger Los Angeles Mayor Eric income families in South and than baseball, envisioning a city Garcetti opened a new free East Los Angeles during the where every young Angeleno, COVID-19 testing site on May 26 COVID-19 pandemic. regardless of neighborhood, has at Dodger Stadium with the The grant was provided from the opportunity to thrive. This capacity to test 6,000 people per the Dodgers and Dodgers donation will allow us to provide day, making it three-times larger Foundation COVID-19 Relief technology for youth with com- than any other testing site in Los Efforts. This fund was created to puters, hotspots and headsets Angeles County. raise money from fans, players which will continue to level the “Dodger Stadium is a place and partners to support vulnerable playing field and help our youth where Angelenos usually rally populations who are experiencing thrive.” around a common goal of victo- homelessness, food insecurity, The Brotherhood Crusade ries on the field, and [now], it is lack of basic needs and significant COVID-19 Community Rapid uniting us around a mission to anxiety during this uncertain time. Response Fund was developed to “Our nonprofit partners have help youth, young adults and save lives,” Garcetti said. “We photo courtesy of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office shared the significant lack of families in this critical time to will continue to grow our testing Mayor Eric Garcetti announced that a new, high-capacity COVID-19 capacity, so we have the data and internet access and devices for assist them with basic living, aca- testing site has been established at Dodger Stadium. tools to get ahead of outbreaks, youth and families as they try to demic and household needs to stop the spread of this virus and Nation and Red Rock significant, as it will help reopen engage in distance learning and assist our students while they are inform our next steps toward get- Entertainment, which are donat- Los Angeles and ultimately save community programs,” said away from their schools and our ting businesses back online, ing Jumbotron screens to show lives.” Chaitali Gala Mehta, chief oper- YouthSource Center. workers back on the job and peo- videos that will help guide guests The city began its free public ating officer of the Los Angeles If companies, foundations or ple back to their lives.” through the process; and the Los COVID-19 testing on March 20 Dodgers Foundation. “By sup- organizations are looking to help The new site will be the 36th in Angeles Fire Department, which and 40 days later, Los Angeles porting amazing community via unrestricted emergency funds Los Angeles County. To mark the will oversee testing site logistics. became the first major city in the leaders like the Brotherhood or in-kind donations, such as milestone, Garcetti was joined on “The Dodgers have and always United States to offer wide-scale Crusade, we hope to narrow the monetary support for families the field at Dodger Stadium by will be a resource for the commu- testing to all residents, with or digital divide that exists in our facing financial hardship, gift partners who helped make the nity, and we’re proud to partner without symptoms, Garcetti said. low-income communities and cards for food and other neces- testing site possible. Partners with Mayor Garcetti, LAFD and The sites countywide are facilitat- that has been exacerbated during sary items needed to survive include the Los Angeles Dodgers, CORE on this important initia- ing the testing of approximately this pandemic.” through the crisis, contact which contributed the space in the tive,” Dodger President and CEO 15,000 people per day, with over “We are grateful to the Los Weaver at cbremond@brother- stadium parking lot; Community Stan Kasten said. “Dodger 450,000 having already been test- Angeles Dodger Foundation for hoodcrusade.org. Organized Response Effort, Stadium has hosted its share of ed. this grant which will support our For information, visit which is dedicating 60 staff mem- memorable and historic events, For information, visit coron- continued and ongoing outreach mlb.com/dodgers/community/fo bers to operate the site; Live but this could be one of the most avirus.lacity.org/testing. during this pandemic to the need- undation. 22 May 28, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

LGBT festival began on Harvey Milk Day From page 1 the United States. Vilanch, Robin DeJesus, Reggie Additionally, at the end of each “Many founding members of Lee, Amy Pietz, Calpernia Addams, week, Pride Poets will curate a half- LGBTQ rights organizations such Caroline Stephanie Clay, Brittney dozen poem excerpts to produce as the Mattachine Society, ONE and Wheeler, David Tran and director WeHo Chalk Poetry on sidewalks ACT UP were playwrights, writers, Michael Shepperd as readers for the throughout the city. designers and other types of artists,” show. On June 20-21 at 4 p.m., the Che said. “We have to hold onto our Pride Alliance of Los Angeles Since no in-person meetings are more than ever this year, and I Playwrights Pride Playreading possible, the festival which runs for [was] overjoyed to be part of kick- Festival will feature virtual read- 40 days, starting on Harvey Milk ing-off a virtual platform of One ings of plays chosen from submis- Day on May 22 and continuing City One Pride events with the sions by a panel of judges. Short through Tuesday, June 30, will tran- reading of ‘Dear Harvey’ on plays will be read on the first day, sition to online gatherings orga- Harvey Milk Day,” Horvath said. and the following day, organizers photo by Cameron Kiszla nized by city staff along with com- The city has a long history of rec- will feature a virtual reading of a Streets like Formosa Avenue are limited to local car traffic only as munity groups. ognizing Harvey Milk Day, and the full-length play. part of the “Slow Streets” program. Che, who also oversees the first official celebration was held in To RSVP, send an email to WeHo Reads author series and art 2010. Milk became the first openly [email protected] with exhibitions at the West Hollywood gay elected official in the history of your full name and whether you Supporters hope program Library, said planning for One City California when he was elected in would like to attend the short play One Pride is a year long process. 1977 to the San Francisco Board of readings, the full-length play, or In most years, he’s busy from Supervisors. both, no later than 5 p.m. the day February to May overseeing the Horvath added that Pride is about before each event, and organizers might expand around L.A. creation of the festival booklet, sharing stories, experiences and will send a Zoom link. From page 1 booking spaces and determining moments, like meeting a first part- On June 27, at 7 p.m, New Stages logistics, building the website for ner or a person’s first time attending and the Los Angeles LGBT Center Neighborhood Greenway Project ple adhere to safe distancing and the event and planning a marketing the Pride festival. Senior Services Department will along Rosewood and Oakwood wear masks or face coverings. campaign, but this year was differ- “People are getting really cre- present “Out of the Dark,” an online avenues. That project includes “I enjoyed walking the newly ent. ative and I’m inspired by that,” event featuring LGBTQ seniors special stoplights being installed designated ‘Slow Streets’ in my “The city is taking every precau- Horvath said. “People are creating sharing their coming out experi- that allow pedestrians and district,” said Koretz, who lives tion to ensure the health and safety the space, regardless of the coron- ences through song and story- cyclists to cross intersections in the Beverly Grove communi- of the public,” Che said. “We avirus, to keep celebrating.” telling. before vehicle traffic receives a ty. “From what I could see, the offered our One City One Pride Pride Poets will be held every In addition to the Pride Poets, green light, as well as bollards in majority of participants followed grantees the option of moving to an Friday through the month of June Che said he is excited about “Out of the street that require vehicles to the rules, wore masks and online digital platform, as long as from 6 to 8 p.m., and will feature the Dark.” turn right. One of the stoplights seemed to have a good time. I social distancing was observed with poets who will perform works they “The city has supported the pro- and the bollards were installed at know that I personally enjoyed it all actors/artists presenting from wrote about a fellow LGBTQ ject for seven years, and it’s one of Rosewood and La Brea avenue and walked the whole thing. I their own homes.” member’s personal history while the most moving experiences of the last fall and more are planned in saw families out on their bikes, This year’s One City One Pride protecting their anonymity. They festival,” Che said. the future at Rosewood/Crescent on foot and scooters, with young celebration will consist of programs will also produce “Pride Poets’ A virtual panel discussion about Heights and Rosewood/La kids who felt safe and comfort- city staff and artists were able to Poetry Care Packages from Netflix’s documentary “Circus of Cienega. able exploring the neighborhood. adapt to an online format. Artists Quarantine,” responding to custom Books,” which includes conversa- The “Slow Streets” project It wasn’t overcrowded and gave who are selected receive a small poem requests from the community tions with Circus of Books owners overlaps part of the a nice bit of time for social dis- stipend to help them create their art- that were submitted at Karen and Barry Mason, documen- Neighborhood Greenway Project tancing. I think this is a great works, including poetry, plays, pride.weho.org/pride-poets. tarian Rachel Mason and activist area, particularly the stretch idea.” ceramics and paintings. “Last year, the Pride Poets Buck Angel, will close the arts fes- along Rosewood Avenue. Epstein said he hopes the idea Celebration Theatre, the nation’s wrote over 600 poems for the pub- tival on June 30 at 6 p.m. Epstein said the neighborhood will also expand to other parts of oldest continuously running lic at One City One Pride events,” “Art is infused in so much of council submitted plans for the city, and perhaps a continu- LGBTQ theater, produced a special Che said. “Often people who what we do, and it can serve as a “Slow Streets” to the Los ous route could be created one-time-only livestreamed virtual received poems were moved to lens through which people can Angeles Department of among neighboring geographic reading of “Dear Harvey: Stories of tears. This year, that project is learn, understand and celebrate,” Transportation, which placed the areas. Harvey Milk” written by Patricia online and the poems will be Che said. signs in the area last Saturday. “I think the opportunity exists Loughrey. West Hollywood Mayor shared on our website for the pub- For information, visit They wanted to create the open here, and ’Slow Streets’ could Lindsey Horvath joined Bruce lic to enjoy.” weho.org/pride. spaces in areas without immedi- serve as a catalyst for that,” ate access to green spaces like Epstein said. “One of the few Pan Pacific and Poinsettia parks. things people can do right now is Hospitals encourage patients to put health first Los Angeles City Councilman being outside and walking, and Paul Koretz, 5th District, sup- that is difficult with our skinny, Six of Los Angeles County’s ports the program as long as peo- crowded sidewalks.” largest nonprofit health systems with hospitals, clinics and care facilities across the region have come together united in a mission Longtime county public health to encourage community members to put health first and access care director advises SAG-AFTRA when needed. Cedars-Sinai, Dignity Health, On May 13, SAG-AFTRA health policy and management and Providence, UCLA Health, Keck announced that Dr. Jonathan E. of pediatrics at the UCLA Schools Medicine of USC and Kaiser Fielding has joined SAG-AFTRA’s of Public Health and Medicine. Permanente have launched public photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai team of specialists advising the “COVID-19 remains a most seri- service announcements called Cedars-Sinai joined Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, UCLA Health, union in developing and imple- ous health threat to all those who menting new safety protocols for want and need to return to work. BetterTogether.Health with themes Keck Medicine of USC and other health care providers to encourage that include “Thanks L.A. for doing preventing the spread of COVID- Therefore, developing guidelines to patients to seek treatment for illness and injury. your part,” “Get care when you 19 when production resumes. safeguard people’s health as they need it” and “Life may be on pause. able health consequences. The six tially deadly diseases. A nationally recognized expert in work is a critical element of reopen- Your health isn’t.” health systems are joined for this “Receiving timely treatment by public health preparedness and ing this important industry,” Among issues the educational purpose, believing it is their duty skilled medical professionals is communication, Fielding brings Fielding said. campaign is addressing are the to reach out and let people know essential to helping us achieve for decades of public health expertise Fielding’s work with the union growing concerns by health profes- they are open and committed to our patients and communities the to the mission of charting a safe began immediately. sionals that many people are not maintaining the health of the com- best possible outcomes,” said Tom path forward for SAG-AFTRA For information, visit seeking needed medical advice and munities they serve – and saving Priselac, president and CEO of members as the entertainment sagaftra.org. assistance when critical to do so. lives. Cedars-Sinai Health System. industry considers reopening. His Health care providers remain com- For instance, getting to a hospital “Please do not delay getting your chief objective will be to work with Answers From Page 23 mitted and available to serving the quickly for heart attacks and health care. We encourage you to union leaders to create a set of pro- community’s health care needs – strokes is critical. Those exhibiting call a trusted health care provider tocols that establish minimum safe- including emergency, primary, spe- serious symptoms like chest pain, like your doctor’s office, hospital or ty standards and maximize the mit- cialty and urgent care. shortness of breath, numbness in urgent care center.” igation of risks associated with tra- Rather than each health system one side of the body or severe The BetterTogether.Health public ditional modes of production. individually addressing what med- headache should seek medical service effort will include messages “Dr. Fielding’s expertise is a crit- ical professionals increasingly call attention immediately. on multi-language television and ical piece in solving the unique a “silent sub-epidemic” of those Also, scheduled vaccinations for radio, as well as billboards, news- challenges our industry presents,” requiring but instead avoiding children are part of the important papers, magazines, digital, social SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle timely medical services, they came medical care that needs to take media, online information, links to Carteris said. together to tackle head-on what place to ensure everyone is protect- vital health care resources and Fielding served as public health could become, if not curbed imme- ed from infectious diseases. 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