Weho Examines Vaccine Mandate Possibilities N ‘We Do Need to Be a Leader on This,’ Shyne Says

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Volume 31 No. 31 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities August 5, 2021 WeHo examines vaccine mandate possibilities n ‘We do need to be a leader on this,’ Shyne says

By AAron Blevins make proof of vaccination or a recent, negative COVID-19 test West Hollywood officials are result mandatory for residents looking into the possibility of entering city buildings for public implementing a vaccine mandate at services – as long as the city com- various locations around the city, mits to providing services in-person which would join a slate of other and online. municipalities, including Los “We know it can be done,” she photo courtesy of CicLAvia Angeles, pursuing such measures as said of providing services off-site. CicLAvia will again visit Hollywood and West Hollywood next year, and it may also include Beverly Hills. COVID-19 cases rise. “It does raise some interesting In a report to the City Council on health information concerns.” Monday, City Attorney Lauren Langer said vaccine mandates Langer said officials could likely See Mandates page 21 Beverly Hills gets CicLAvia wheels turning By AAron Blevins Vice Mayor Lili Bosse said the Complete Streets Action Plan. city explored participating in City transportation planner The city of Beverly Hills could CicLAvia a few years ago, but the Jessie Holzer said event organiz- be participating in its first-ever cost was prohibitive and the event ers could not organize a new event CicLAvia next year, after the City could have impacted the ongoing in Beverly Hills due to previous Council directed staff to pursue a subway work. commitments, but they could partnership with the cities of Los “It was a lot more of a request,” extend a planned event in Los Angeles and West Hollywood to she said. “I know it’s an incredible Angeles and West Hollywood to host one of the open-street events. event. It brings people to our include Beverly Hills. If all goes well, the cities will city.” She said CicLAvia will revisit file a joint grant application for City staff reached out to repre- its route from August 2019, when funding from the Los Angeles sentatives of CicLAvia about the it traveled down Hollywood County Metropolitan possibility of the event running Boulevard to Highland Avenue, Transportation Authority. Metro’s Beverly Press file photo through Beverly Hills. According south to Santa Monica Boulevard Open Streets Grant Program City officials may require proof of vaccination for visitors at City Hall. to a staff report, it is seen as a and west to San Vicente awards up to $500,000. “high-priority event” in the city’s See CicLAvia page 21 National Night Out transforms into clinic Raman meets face-to-face n More than 100 people receive with Miracle Mile residents n Cochran Avenue organized by the Greater Miracle COVID-19 vaccine Mile Chamber of Commerce. homeless housing The walk began at the Los By edwin folven proposal discussed Angeles County Museum of The Melrose Action Art’s “Urban Light” exhibit and Neighborhood Watch and the Los By edwin folven proceeded east before reaching Angeles Police Department’s final stops at Cathedral Chapel Los Angeles City Wilshire Division hold an annual School and Candela, a restaurant Councilwoman Nithya Raman, National Night Out Against Crime on La Brea Avenue. The group of 4th District, joined constituents event at Poinsettia Park every approximately 40 people made and representatives of the busi- August to connect with residents. stops along the way, offering peo- ness community on July 29 for a This year’s Night Out included a ple a chance to meet Raman. The walk along Wilshire Boulevard COVID-19 vaccination clinic. See Community page 22 More than 100 people were vaccinated, including Melrose District resident Cooper Campbell, who said he had initially been hesitant to photo by Edwin Folven receive a vaccine but now believes Isaac Ceniceros receives the COVID-19 vaccine during an event at it is an important safety measure for Poinsettia Park on Aug. 3. himself and his family. Campbell was pleased the vaccine clinic was believes it is important to protect variant. Melrose Action partnered held in his neighborhood. others. with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, “The convenience of where it “I work with children so I want to which supplied the vaccines. was located is great, because I live make sure they are safe, and my “It’s been super successful. There just halfway down the block,” family,” Corona said. “I am trying are a lot of people getting vaccinat- Campbell said. “It seemed like it to protect my family.” ed.” Nichols said. “It’s important was easily accessible so I stopped Peter Nichols, co-founder of the because the biggest threat to public by.” Melrose Action Neighborhood safety is [a lack of] public health.” Cristan Corona, who traveled to Watch, also said it was important to While the vaccination clinic the park from Culver City and hold a vaccination clinic because superseded the regular National photo by Edwin Folven received vaccinations with her hus- coronavirus cases are again on the Night Out event, representatives of Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman, 4th District, speaks band and teen children, said she rise, particularly with the Delta See Night page 22 with members of the Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce on July 29. 2 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CALENDAR

Auschwitz and a labor camp in City Council considers motion on Tribeca Drive-in Bavaria, where he and a few other Summer @ The Tribeca Drive-in has returned to prisoners escaped and hid through- the Los Angeles area and is showing out southern Germany until they The Wallis Summer @ The Wallis showcases proof of vaccination requirement outdoor movies at the Rose Bowl in were liberated by American troops the L.A.-based chamber music Pasadena from Thursday, Aug. 5, in May 1945. Suggested donation is Los Angeles City Council to school and the unvaccinated are ensemble Salastina on Saturday, through Sunday, Aug. 7. “Rango” $10. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis- President Nury Martinez, 6th putting their lives at risk every day. Aug. 7, at 8 p.m. The ensemble will will be shown at 5:30 p.m., and ter/WN_ZN8eol1IQq6wjMlzQ6J_rg. District, and Councilman Mitch Ask your questions, talk to your “Moonlight” will be shown at 8:30 perform a selec- O’Farrell, 13th District, introduced doctor, and get the vaccine. Let’s p.m. on Aug. 5. “Go Big: Sports tion of music on a motion on Aug. 4 to require proof put this behind us.” Shorts” opens at 6 p.m., followed by Art exhibit the Wallis’ pop- of COVID-19 vaccinations for The officials are particularly “Blockers” at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 7. Luis De Jesus Los Angeles is host- up outdoor people dining indoors at restau- concerned about the spread of the “Hook” will be shown at 1 p.m., fol- ing “Susan Silton and Dana stage. Founded rants or visiting establishments virus due to the Delta variant. lowed by “The Birdcage” at 5 p.m. Johnson: Readings,” a live in-person in 2010 by vio- such as gyms or sporting events. “Hard-working Angelenos, their and “Good Will Hunting” at 8:30 discussion presented in conjunction linists Kevin The motion would require eligi- customers and the general public Kuman and p.m. on Aug. 7. Tickets are $30. with Silton’s current solo exhibition ble individuals to have received at deserve to be safe in public Maia Jasper 1001 Rose Bowl Drive. “We” on Saturday, Aug. 7, from least one dose of the vaccine to spaces,” O’Farrell added “The vac- tribecafilm.com. White, the group includes studio 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Silton’s lat- enter indoor public spaces, includ- cines are our most effective form of est work integrates photography, text musicians who have been featured on film and television scores. Tickets ing but not limited to restaurants, protection, and the time to act is and time in a set of 16 photo-etch- bars, retail establishments, fitness now.” LA Phil ings illustrating the differences in are $40. 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd. thewallis.org/salastina. centers, spas and entertainment The motion calls for the city Classical music fans won’t want to individual perception. The etchings centers such as stadiums, concert attorney to prepare and present an miss a performance by the Los are accompanied by an original short venues and movie theaters. ordinance and to report back on Angeles Philharmonic with pianist story by award-winning writer “Enough is enough already,” how businesses and stakeholders Behzod Abduraimov on Thursday, Johnson. 1110 Mateo St. Seating is Speak Japanese Learn to speak Japanese with the Martinez said. “Hospital workers can comply with the measure. The Aug. 5, at 8 p.m., at the Hollywood limited; RSVP required by emailing Japan Foundation Los Angeles on Bowl. The concert includes works [email protected]. are exhausted, moms who have put motion will next be heard in the Ad Thursday, Aug. 7, from 7 to 8 p.m. aside their careers are tired and our Hoc Committee on COVID-19 by Gibson, Beethoven and No Japanese language experience is Schumann. Tickets start at $17. kids cannot afford the loss of Recovery and Neighborhood necessary. Actor Naoyuki Ikeda another school year. We have three Investment. The city is also explor- 2301 N. Highland Ave. hollywood- ‘The Big Lebowski’ will lead the online course. The vir- vaccines that work and are readily ing how to expand the “Vax UP bowl.com. Cinespia, an outdoor cinematic experi- tual event is open to participants 18 available, so what’s it going to LA” campaign for outreach and ence presented by Amazon Studios, is and older. Admission is free. regis- showing “The Big Lebowski” on tration required. events.r20.con- take? Our kids are about to return education. Holocaust Saturday, Aug. 7, at the Hollywood stantcontact.com/register/eventReg Forever Cemetery. Jeff Bridges stars ?oeidk=a07ei9ykoo6f81a6421&ose survivor talk as the Dude, a q=&c=&ch=. Join Holocaust Museum Los man who spear- What We’ve Done, What We’re Doing Angeles for a virtual survivor talk headed a new with David Lenga on Friday, Aug. 6, way of life. A ‘Judaism for and What’s Next for Hancock Park at 11 a.m., via case of mistaken Zoom. Lenga identity takes an the World’ was born in unforgettable ChaiVilage Los Angeles presents the Land Use and Zoning in Han- 1927 in Lodz, laidback white third annual Richard Siegel cock Park Poland. The Russian aficiona- Memorial Program on Sunday, Aug. We participated in community Lenga family do on a hilarious journey through Los 15, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., via meetings on how to mitigate the was confined to Angeles. The Coen Brothers classic Zoom. The program features spiritu- a ghetto in the also stars John Goodman, Julianne al master Rabbi Arthur Green dis- impact on the surrounding res- suburb of Moore, Steve Buscemi and Sam cussing “Judaism for the World” idents and community of two Strykow, where they spent the first Elliot. Gates open at 6:45 p.m., movies with Dr. Judith Rosenbaum. The major proposed TOC devel- two years of World War II. Lenga start at 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20. meeting I.D. is 462 656 1612 and opments: was later forced to move into the 6000 Santa Monica Blvd. passcode is 006581. Lodz Ghetto, where he was separat- eventbrite.com/e/the-big-lebowski- us02web.zoom.us/j/4626561612?pw 1) Highland and Wilshire; and 2) 401 Rossmore. ed from his mother and younger tickets-162600523543?aff=ebdso- d=WkJUb2VaUzBtZkhuNGZhbyt2 We continued our outreach to the community on Sacramento’s brother. Lenga was later sent to porgprofile. RTdmUT09. proposed bills – SB9 and SB10 – the neighborhood destroying zoning laws that contain no affordable housing components.

Restoring Safety and Security WeHo’s draft housing element Continued requesting an action plan from CD4 Council Office for 1) Removal and site clean up of derelict, burned out buildings on Founded 1946 ready for public review online June and Mc Cadden and fencing around burned out buildingon 8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. 3rd and Rimpau; and 2) Removal of the homeless encampment After extensive community Department of Housing and 4TH FLOOR on Wilshire Blvd next to John Burroughs Middle School. engagement, the city of West Community Development will con- BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 Hollywood’s draft housing element currently review the draft and will (323)933-5518 report for 2021 through 2029 has provide comments to ensure that Preserving our Urban Canopy BEVERLYPRESS.COM been released for public review. the final housing element meets Highland Median - Trimmed all the young palm trees and con-

The housing element serves as a state requirements. tinued monitoring irrigation and trash removal. MAILING ADDRESS: policy guide that provides an indi- The state of California requires Tree Planting and Stump Removal – Developed and implemented P.O. BOX 36036 cation of housing needs in the com- the housing element to be included LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 munity – in particular, the availabil- in the city’s general plan and it must action plan with Urban Forestry to remove tree stumps and prepare to replant parkway trees. Michael Villalpando ity, affordability and adequacy of be updated every eight years to housing. demonstrate that the housing needs PUBLISHER The city of West Hollywood of all community members can be Neighborhood Schools Karen Villalpando encourages community members to met, regardless of income. The goal Working with leadership at Yavneh on renovations and coordi- take part in the process of review- is to create an adequate supply of EDITOR & PUBLISHER nating with LAUSD and neighborhood on John Burroughs Middle ing the draft report and providing safe and affordable housing. The Edwin Folven comments and input. The forth- report assesses housing needs for School new construction plan [email protected] coming housing element will assist different income groups and creates EDITOR the city in completing its housing a strategy for addressing them. Infrastructure Repairs in our Neighborhood policy framework for the future to To read the draft housing element Met with the new StreetsLA Director to discuss restarting our Aaron Blevins address vital housing needs in the report, visit weho.org/housingele- repair plan for concrete streets, sidewalks and ADA curb [email protected] community. The California ment. installation REPORTER Received updates on the development of engineering plan to continue the sidewalk along Beverly between Rossmore and June. Cameron Kiszla Jill Weinlein, Answers sought on building integrity Transportation and Traffic- Tim Posada, In response to the collapse of the tion protocols for high-rise build- Rebecca Villalpando, Champlain Towers South condo- ings, best practices for their inspec- Unified neighborhoods -Windsor Square HOA joined Emily Jilg minium tower in Surfside, Florida, tion and steps that can be taken to Hancock Park in support of Hancock Park's Reasonable,Thought- which killed 98 people, Los prevent building collapses. It also CONTRIBUTING WRITERS ful, Inclusive Plan for 4th Street. Angeles City Councilman Paul instructs the departments to prepare A new pedestrian "island" will be installed on 3rd street btw Koretz introduced a motion on July a map that identifies all high-rise The Beverly Press and Park Labrea News are 30 seeking to ensure the safety and buildings and the dates of their most McCadden and Las Palmas for safety weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- structural integrity of high-rise recent structural inspections or pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal buildings in Los Angeles. reviews, with particular focus on Please see our website at www.HancockPark.org! advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court The motion instructs the Los Downtown L.A., the Wilshire corri- Join a committee! Come to a Zoom Meeting! Order No 736637. Decreed newspapers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising in Angeles Department of Building dor and Century City. The motion Participate! We are all volunteers! the City of Beverly Hills and the County of Los and Safety, Bureau of Engineering next heads to the council’s Planning Angeles, Dec. 22, 2020 by Superior Court Case 137 N. Larchmont Blvd. #719, Los Angeles, CA 90004 Number 19STCP04891. Government Code 6008. and Los Angeles Fire Department to and Land Use Management prepare a report on existing inspec- Committee for consideration. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 3 August 5, 2021 New Metro routes need direction in BH n According to a staff report, the Boulevard. Council critiques city accepted the compromise Forgiarini said that information changes to city’s because service to the business tri- came from a consultant’s recom- bus lines angle and future Wilshire/Rodeo mendation list that was shared subway station would be pre- publicly and is not necessarily rep- served. resentative of what was approved. By AAron Blevins Resident Steve Mayer said indi- Torres said the Santa vidual bus riders were not consult- Monica/Roxbury stop will not be The Los Angeles County ed about the changes, and that the eliminated. Metropolitan Transportation alterations negatively impact “Good. Thank you for that,” Authority tweaked its bus routes in Metro riders in Beverly Hills. He Mayor Bob Wunderlich said. Beverly Hills at the end of June, said some stops on the new line “That would be an example of one and after a month, Metro officials require lengthy walks to certain that is essential to our central busi- are looking at ways to improve locations. ness area. That … would be far service. “And this is to gain new users, from optimal for that to be elimi- As part of its NextGen Bus Plan, which is the whole reason of this nated.” photo by Edwin Folven the agency eliminated three bus exercise,” Mayer added. The Metro representatives also Metro’s NextGen Bus Plan focuses on high-frequency service in key routes – bus lines 14, 16/316 and Councilman Lester Friedman gave the council an update on its 30/330 – and replaced them with asked how many stops were elimi- Fareless System Initiative, which corridors, such as Wilshire Boulevard. one, bus line 617, which runs from nated in Beverly Hills as part of is looking into the possibility of Robertson Boulevard westbound the plan. Metro’s service planner making all Metro bus and rail lines onto Burton Way to Beverly Drive, for the area, Carl Torres, said the fareless. participate but is following the understand how this program will and south to Pico Boulevard. removal of bus line 14 included 14 “That is currently a study in program. impact our students." “I think structurally it’s helped. I stops between Santa Monica and progress,” Forgiarini said, adding “Metro has shared presentation Forgiarini said the program’s don’t know that we’ve got to the San Vicente boulevards. that the study is being broken into opportunities about the pilot pro- next phases will benefit students in frequency on the 617 that we ide- Mayer said some bus stops are phases. Currently, Metro is explor- gram, but other priorities have community colleges and qualified ally should be at,” Metro’s director still scheduled to be eliminated, ing its K-14 initiative, an effort to filled the current capacity we have low-income residents. of service, performance and analy- such as one at Santa Monica partner with school districts to pro- at this time,” Superintendent of “We don’t anticipate any major sis Joseph Forgiarini told the Boulevard and Roxbury Drive. He vide free rides for students. Schools Dr. Michael Bregy said. challenges,” he added. Beverly Hills City Council on July also referenced some stops that The Beverly Hills Unified “We are very interested to know For information, visit 27. “That’s something we as staff had been removed on Olympic School District has opted not to the results of the pilot program to metro.net/projects/nextgen. need to work on.” While Metro staff has already identified some issues to address in Beverly Hills, there is no formal plan or timeline to implement further changes, he said. The agency will implement the final stage of the NextGen plan in December and will formalize its findings after that, Forgiarini said. However, Metro is always looking at ways to improve its bus lines. “It’s a continuous review process,” Forgiarini added. “It never ends.” He said the NextGen Bus Plan “emphasized high-frequency service on key corridors,” such as Santa Monica, Wilshire and Olympic boulevards in Beverly Hills. While the bus lines offer less coverage overall, buses come more frequently in high-traffic areas, Forgiarini said. He said the agency began reviewing its Los Angeles County bus system in 2018. In early 2020, it proposed eliminating the Beverly Hills bus routes, a move the city staff opposed. Metro officials then proposed replacing/extending bus line 617 to accommodate the loss of service. L.A. public libraries fully restore hours and schedules The Los Angeles Public Library has fully restored weekday and weekend hours, returning to the pre-pandemic schedule as part of the latest phase of ongoing reopening. The library will continue to offer select services at 70 branches across the city including quick browsing, computer access, pickup of holds and mobile printing orders, and checking out of materi- als. The Central Library and the 72 branch libraries house more than 6 million books. State-of-the-art technology and programs offer opportunities for lifelong learning. For a complete list of libraries, updated hours and services offered at each location, visit lapl.org/reopening. 4 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Victims in West Hollywood Man gets cash seized at U.S. Private Vaults back n Judge’s ruling affects assault awarded $72 million only one of many people By edwin folven Alberto Driz first berated a valet who stored valuables for the restaurant, and then A jury has awarded a $72.6- attacked the Greenes and Findel One of the owners of property million judgment in a case when they tried to intervene. seized by the government when involving three people who were Anne Greene was struck in the FBI agents raided U.S. Private assaulted in 2015 outside a West head and sustained a fractured Vaults in Beverly Hills in March Hollywood restaurant. skull and jaw, the attorney added. will have approximately $57,000 in Attorneys Christopher Bulone Matthew Green and Findel were cash returned to him after a July 23 and Terry Cole, of the Dordick also struck in the head and ruling in United States District Law Corporation, represented injured in the altercation, Bulone Court. two of the victims, Matthew and said. Joseph Ruiz, who stored cash he Anne Greene. A third victim, rep- A lawsuit was filed in 2016 received from court settlements in a resented by John Kristensen, of against the alleged attackers. safe deposit box at U.S. Private Kristensen Law, was awarded “The jury was disgusted in Vaults because he distrusted banks, $8.9 million of the overall $72.6- what happened to these people,” said the ruling was a long time million judgment. Bulone said. “They heard about coming. Ruiz said he needs the The case stemmed from an the head trauma and they heard money for medical treatment for photo courtesy of the Institute for Justice alleged assault against the about the post-traumatic stress back pain he suffers as the result of Joseph Ruiz will have $57,000 in cash returned that he had stored at Greenes, West Hollywood resi- disorder. This jury was able to see being in a collision with a drunk U.S. Private Vaults. dents who are siblings, and their the suffering that happened here.” driver. friend Jeremy Findel. Bulone The defendants represented “The last five months have been said the Greenes and Findel were themselves at trial. Kristensen very difficult and I look forward to provided a good explanation why. cash seized from another box hold- at the Nice Guy restaurant at 401 said the plaintiffs will vigorously resuming the medical treatment my The FBI needs to give all that proper, Travis May. However, two other N. La Cienega Blvd. on April 17, pursue the money included in the savings were meant to pay for,” erty back.” box holders represented by the 2015, when they witnessed an judgment. Ruiz said. “No one should have to The warrant authorizing the raid Institute for Justice – Jeni Pearsons argument involving the defen- “We will execute on the judg- go through this.” on U.S. Private Vaults specifically and her husband Michael Storc – dants: twin brothers Maurice Driz ments, which are not discharge- United States District Judge R. stated that it “does not authorize a are still awaiting a decision on and Alberto Driz; Maurice Driz’s able in bankruptcy, and involve Gary Klausner issued an order on criminal search or seizure of the approximately $20,000 in silver son Shawn Driz; and their friend all those who have dealings with July 23 directing the government to contents of the safety deposit that was seized from their box, William Joelson. these defendants,” Kristensen provide information in writing boxes,” Johnson said. Despite clear which they said is savings for Bulone said Maurice and added. within seven days about why it direction, the FBI opened every box retirement. should be allowed to keep the con- in the vault and forced individuals “The FBI’s decision shouldn’t be tents of Ruiz’s box, according to to prove their innocence to get their difficult,” added Institute for Justice Institute for Justice senior attorney property back, he added. senior attorney Robert Frommer. Rob Johnson, who represented The Institute for Justice has also “The FBI promised that it only WeHo man sentenced for scheme Ruiz and numerous other box hold- filed a class action lawsuit seeking wanted to reunite people with their ers. The seven days expired on July the return of property to the hun- property, yet it has held Jeni and 30, and Klausner’s ruling became dreds of other box holders. That Michael’s silver hostage for that cheated victims out of homes final, he added lawsuit is pending, and the July 23 months. The government can’t take “It’s amazing the FBI needs to be order applied only to Ruiz. Johnson your stuff and then force you to A West Hollywood man was sen- luxury hotels, and Bentley and told this, but the government cannot expects a ruling on other cases prove your innocence just to get it tenced to 12 years and 6 months in Lamborghini car rentals. go around seizing property without soon. back. Judge Klausner’s order federal prison on Aug. 2 for orches- In the second part of the scheme, a good reason,” Johnson said. “The The FBI recently contacted attor- makes clear the government needs trating a real estate fraud scheme Soria convinced homeowners that FBI grabbed over $85 million from neys with the Institute for Justice to to stop playing games, return every- that victimized more than 2,000 he could help them with their mort- U.S. Private Vaults customers, schedule the return of approximate- one’s property, and bring this sordid homeowners. gages, either by assisting with a including Joseph, and it has never ly $100,000 in gold and $63,000 in affair to an end.” The defendant’s scheme loan modification or by taking over involved fraudulent filings that their mortgage from a lender. He affected the title to properties promised to reduce their mortgage across the country and caused more payments and convinced owners than $7 million in losses, federal that he was trying to help them. authorities said. “Mr. Soria turned their hopes into United States District Judge Dale a nightmare,” Fischer said during S. Fischer sentenced Patrick Joseph sentencing. Soria, 35. The judge called Soria “a After gaining the victims’ trust, skillful conman who created a very Soria convinced homeowners to sophisticated scheme” and added stop paying their real lender and to that it was “the most brazen and start paying him. Through more heartless” he had seen as a jurist. A fraudulent filings, Soria deceived restitution hearing is scheduled on his victims into believing he had Oct. 25. taken over their mortgages. He also Soria pleaded guilty on March 2 falsely convinced victims to do to one count of conspiracy to com- nothing to protect themselves when mit wire fraud and one count of they received foreclosure and evic- contempt of court. From January tion notices. Many of the home- 2015 to June 2018, Soria stole owners targeted in the scheme lost money from homeowners and their properties, prosecutors said. would-be home buyers through a Soria admitted in court docu- two-pronged scheme. ments that losses to victims totaled Soria obtained titles to properties more than $7.6 million. The proper- through fraudulent filings at county ties were located in Texas, New recorders’ offices around the coun- York, Nevada and California, try. He faked the filings to make it including the city of Beverly Hills. appear that he owned the proper- The case was investigated by the ties, and then sold the properties to FBI and the Federal Housing victims who thought they were Finance Agency Office of Inspector buying the homes from the true General, with assistance from the owner. Soria never owned the Los Angeles Police Department, homes, and instead used the vic- Beverly Hills Police Department tims’ money for personal expenses and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s including escort services, rooms at Department.

BHPD plans sobriety checkpoint The Beverly Hills Police officers who will be checking for Department’s Traffic Bureau will alcohol and drug-impaired drivers. conduct a sobriety and driver’s Officers will also check all motorists license checkpoint on Friday, Aug. for a valid driver’s license. 6, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undis- Funding for the checkpoint was closed location in the city. provided by a grant from the All traffic will pass through the California Office of Traffic Safety. checkpoint and motorists will be For information, call the BHPD at stopped and contacted by uniformed (310)285-2196. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 5 August 5, 2021 Fairfax Theatre gets commission nod n Decision to have Deco spire be retained and pre- hopeful a better use can be found.” served in the housing project, so Luftman said he hopes the owner little consequence on historic designation will ultimately will change the plans and devote structure’s future do nothing to further protect the the building to the arts. If the Los building, Luftman admitted. Angeles Cultural Heritage However, he said it is important Commission votes to include it as a By edwin folven that the public record reflects that city of L.A. historic-cultural the building was an important com- resource, the matter will be consid- Preservation advocates notched ponent of the Fairfax District and ered by the City Council’s Planning another victory in the effort to have Los Angeles history. and Land Use Committee and, later, the long-vacant Fairfax Theater “It was exciting to see the com- the full City Council. designated as historic on July 30, missioners validate the work we “I feel really good about it,” although the victory was purely have done. But since the owner is Luftman said. “Our dream is this symbolic and will not further pre- not supportive of historic designa- would become some sort of art cen- serve the theater. tion, it won’t be on the list,” ter.” The 1932 building on Beverly Luftman said. “Unfortunately, To view the Cultural Heritage photo by Edwin Folven Boulevard near Fairfax Avenue was because of the entitlements they Commission’s meeting, visit plan- The Fairfax Theatre has received support for preservation, but the owner considered by the State Historical have, it won’t be protected against ning.lacity.org/dcpapi/meetings/do already has entitlements that allow the building to be converted into Resources Commission for inclu- this [housing] project. But we are cument/70089. sion on the National Register of housing. Historic Places, and the state commission unanimously supported the designation. Regardless, because the owner has opposed any historic designation for the theater building, it will not appear on the national list, said Steven Luftman, a preservationist who filed the application for historic status on behalf of the grassroots group Save Beverly Fairfax and the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles.

“Our dream is this would become some sort of art center.”

Steven Luftman preservationist

The theater building is also under consideration for designation as a city of Los Angeles historic-cultural resource and will be considered at the Cultural Heritage Commission today, Aug. 5, at 10 a.m. If approved by the city commission and ultimately the City Council, the designation would place the city on record stating that the Fairfax Theatre was a landmark, but such designation would still not preclude changes to the building. Luftman said he is not dissuaded by the fact that no matter what is decided, the owner of the Fairfax Theatre will be allowed to build a 71-unit housing complex at the site. The owner previously received entitlements from the city to build the housing and has until 2024 to begin the project. Attorney Bill Delvac, who represents the owner, B&F Associates, contended that the building has been altered so signif- icantly that it does not warrant historic designation. “The owner strongly believes that the theater and the building itself no longer maintains sufficient integrity for it to convey any significant association it may have,” Delvac said during the state commission’s meeting. “We believe the nomination … contains erroneous and incomplete information. It fails to disclose or analyze numerous alterations.” Luftman said the Fairfax Theatre was at the center of the Jewish community during an important period of growth for the Fairfax District and city of Los Angeles. It hosted community meetings, religious services and special events at a time in the 1930s when the first syna- gogues were being built, and it was a pillar of the Jewish community, he added. The city entitlements secured by the owner already require that the Fairfax Theatre’s marquee and Art 6 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News The Wallis remembers Luanne C. Wells n Philanthropist’s the center’s Wells Family tiful landscaping to which she Education Courtyard, which is committed much time, energy and legacy continues located between the historic build- care,” Wells was also very enthusi- in Beverly Hills ing and the center’s auditorium and astic about the arts, she said. “couldn’t be a more beautiful “I saw her at many performances By AAron Blevins space,” Fine said. over the years,” Fine added. “It’s such an important space and In addition to her work at The The Wallis Annenberg Center for extension of the education wing Wallis, Wells and her late husband, the Performing Arts in Beverly and the educational work that we Frank, who served as the president Hills is mourning the loss of long- do,” she added. “It’s such an of Disney until his death in 1994, time center benefactor and board important gathering space for our created Environment Now, an member Luanne Wells, who passed students of all ages, all back- organization that promotes envi- away on July 15 at the age of 87. grounds. It’s particularly wonder- ronmental programs that benefit Wells joined the board of direc- ful when your work can be divided California’s waters and forests. tors in 1998, when it was known as between the classroom and outdoor Other philanthropic endeavors the Beverly Hills Cultural Center space, and she made that possible.” included the creation of the Frank Foundation, and continued to serve Fine said the center would be G. Wells Environmental Law photo courtesy of The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts as a board member until her death. pleased to honor Wells in other Clinic at UCLA and the launch of Luanne Wells, shown here at The Wallis' construction and topping-off She had served as a director and a ways. She said representatives the Santa Monica Baykeeper and ceremony in November 2011, had been a long-time board member and member of the board’s Executive have been in touch with the family. San Diego Baykeeper, two envi- supporter of the organization. Committee for 23 years. “If they choose to have any sort ronmental advocacy groups. “It was definitely, definitely a of gathering at The Wallis, we Additionally, Wells was a mem- loss,” said Rachel Fine, executive would certainly be honored.” ber of the California Institute of the Hereditary Disease Foundation, the “She's irreplaceable and will be director and CEO of The Wallis. Wells’ passion for The Wallis Arts’ Board of Trustees, the Getty American Diabetes Association deeply missed by everyone at The She added that Wells was graceful, building likely began when she Conservation Council, the Junior and a rescue program for wild ani- Wallis,” Fine said. “Luanne was intelligent, thoughtful and gener- attended Beverly Hills High League of Los Angeles and the mals. near and dear to me and everybody ous. “She was a beautiful human School and frequented a candy Blue Ribbon of the Los Angeles Wells, an avid Lakers fan who else on the board. It’s important to being.” store at the former U.S. Post Office Music Center. spent much of her free time breed- recognize her and her legacy.” The center sent out an email location, Fine said. She also served on several ing horses and cultivating different Luanne (Cosgrave) Wells will be remembering Wells last week. Her While her love for the historic boards, such as the Bravo Colorado species of trees in Malibu, will be laid to rest today at Forest Lawn influence on The Wallis is seen in building is evidenced by the “beau- Vail Valley Music Festival, the missed by many. Hollywood Hills. opportunity to rectify its dirty Red Cross needs blood donors City may help ‘Light Up Navajo’ environmental practices of the past.” The American Red Cross has an August, all who donate through Los Angeles City Councilman expected to begin in the spring of For more than 40 years, Los emergency need for blood amid Aug. 15 will automatically be Mitch O'Farrell, 13th District, a 2022. Angeles purchased inexpensive ongoing severe blood shortages. entered for a chance to win an exclu- member of the Wyandotte Nation The Sacramento Municipal power from a now-closed Navajo The public is urged to make an sive, VIP trip for two to the sold-out and the lone Native American on Utility District is currently the facility before divesting and appointment to donate. 2021 Bonnaroo Music and Arts the council, on July 30 introduced only California-based utility to be removing itself as a principal part- The Red Cross has been distribut- Festival. Those who donate a motion that moves the city part of “Light Up Navajo.” ner. Recently, at O’Farrell’s direc- ing approximately 12% more blood throughout August will also receive toward a landmark collaboration O’Farrell’s motion, seconded by tion, the city explored new renew- products to hospitals across the U.S. a free four-month subscription to with the Navajo Nation, the largest Councilman Paul Krekorian, 2nd able energy partnerships with the compared to this time last year. The Apple Music by email. For informa- federally-recognized tribe in the District, would result in the Los Navajo. Earlier this month, Red Cross needs to collect more tion, visit redcrossblood.org/feelthe- United States. Angeles Department of Water and O’Farrell and Krekorian led a del- than 1,000 additional blood dona- beat. The Navajo Nation spans Power becoming the second egation to the Navajo Nation to tions each day to meet the current In most cases, those who have approximately 27,000 square California municipality to partici- discuss “Light Up Navajo” and hospital demand and end the severe received a COVID-19 vaccine can miles across the states of Utah, pate in the project. other partnership opportunities. blood shortage. Donors of all blood donate. To schedule an appointment Colorado, Arizona and New “As Los Angeles moves toward The Navajo Office of the types are needed. to donate blood or platelets and to Mexico, and an estimated 15,000 its own renewable energy goals, President and Vice President To thank donors who help ensure determine eligibility, call (800)RED- Navajo families currently live we must also strengthen our part- expressed appreciation for Los a strong blood and platelet supply in CROSS, or visit redcrossblood.org. without access to power infra- nerships, particularly with our Angeles’ support of the initiative. structure of any kind. friends in the Navajo Nation,” “We thank Council members Since 2019, the Navajo Tribal O’Farrell, chair of the City Mitch O’Farrell and Paul Utility Authority has partnered Council’s Energy, Climate Krekorian for reaching out to the with the American Public Power Change, Environmental Justice Navajo Nation and witnessing Association in the “Light Up and Los Angeles River firsthand the success of ‘Light Up Navajo” project to bring power Committee, said. “This is a mutu- Navajo,” Navajo President and infrastructure to all corners of ally beneficial project that will fur- Jonathan Nez said. “The Navajo the Navajo Nation. To date, the ther training standards for city Nation looks forward to a long- project has delivered power to employees while directly assisting term relationship with the city of more than 900 families during two Navajo families in need. ‘Light Up Los Angeles and the Navajo peo- phases of work, with a third phase Navajo’ also provides the city the ple.”

hold. Sponsor packages with on-air Andra Day to join GMCLA livestream credit and a home-delivery of wine and goodies are $250, and a limited Gay Men’s Chorus of Los with additional sponsorship from number of opportunities to attend the Angeles has announced that 2021 Morgan Stanley. All funds raised live taping in Toluca Lake are avail- Golden Globe Winner and Academy will support GMCLA’s reopening able. Live taping tickets include a Award-nominee Andra Day and season and its return to the Alive reception with Kressley, Abraham Shoshana Bean, of Broadway’s Music Project – GMCLA’s high and GMCLA members and leader- “Wicked and Waitress”, will join the school music program. ship at $500 per seat. GMCLA GALA 2021 Livestream The live event is available for a For information, visit on Aug. 14. Bean will perform live, donation of $75 or more per house- gala.gmcla.org. and Day will perform in a special video. The gala will be streamed live Notable Quotes from the Toluca Lake home of GMCLA board members Greg Weaver and Haig Youredjian. With a limited live audience in attendance, “It’s nice to be here. When you’re 99 years old, it’s nice to be the streaming audience will enjoy anywhere.” the hour-long show hosted by Carson Kressley of “Queer Eye” and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” fame and live George Burns performances by GMCLA’s a capel- 1896-1996 la group, Aftershock. People Magazine interview, January 1995 GMCLA will give its annual Voice Award to Dr. Jerry Abraham. a nationally-recognized leader for his crusade to provide COVID-19 test- ing and vaccines to communities of color in South Los Angeles. GMCLA GALA 2021 is supported by a $50,000 Challenge Grant *Source Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations from Carol and Richard Weaver Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 7 August 5, 2021 Justice advocates honored in WeHo n Mayor Horvath “In the face of so much, all of Buck faces 20 years to life in these people continued, stood federal prison. He has been in fed- recognizes group strong and fought for justice. And eral custody since his arrest on during council meeting it’s also important that we as a Sept. 17, 2019, and will remain in community recognize that Black jail until sentencing, at a date to be By edwin folven gay lives matter, and that survivors determined. deserve to be heard and believed. “I want to extend some sincere West Hollywood Mayor We don’t discount people’s lives extra love to Dane, Arthur and Lindsey Horvath paid tribute on because of struggles with addic- Cody. You demonstrated such Aug. 2 to many people who advo- tion, sex work or other issues. We courage and such bravery as sur- cated for the prosecution of Ed don’t abandon them to be re-vic- vivors of things we can only imag- Buck, who was convicted of nine timized. We fight for everyone’s ine. We are grateful for the service federal felonies on July 27 related life to be valued, and that’s what that you delivered to our commu- to the deaths of two men who over- each person featured did.” nity,” Horvath added. “And to my photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood dosed on drugs in his apartment. Nixon addressed the council and dear friend Jasmyn, for pushing it West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey Horvath honored several individuals who Horvath made a special presen- personally thanked Horvath. forward and continuing the fight advocated for the prosecution of Ed Buck during the City Council meet- tation during the City Council’s “I want to first and foremost and making sure people listened virtual meeting and expressed thank you for everything that and that voices were heard.” ing on Aug. 2. gratitude to supporters and law you’ve done,” Nixon told the enforcement officials who worked mayor. “You believed us from day tirelessly to ensure justice was one. You honestly and truly care served. She specifically thanked about West Hollywood. Your com- LaTisha Nixon, mother of munity is blessed to have you.” Gemmel Moore, who overdosed Campbell also expressed grati- and died at Buck’s apartment in tude. 2017; Joyce Jackson and Joann “I just wanted to say thank you Campbell, sisters of Timothy to everyone that played a part in Dean, who overdosed and died at getting this victory for us,” the apartment in 2019; community Campbell said. “It meant so much advocates Jasmyne Cannick, to us. I am very grateful, and my Jerome Kitchen and Cory family is grateful.” McLean, who supported the fami- Cannick, who frequently spoke lies of victims; and Dane, Arthur out against Buck in public before and Cody, survivors of encounters and during his trial, also thanked with Buck who testified during the everyone involved. She was a recent trial and have only been close supporter of Moore’s family identified by their first names. during the past four years. Also recognized were Los Angeles “I want to start off by thanking County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. the family and friends of Gemmel Paul Cardella and detectives John Moore, Timothy Dean as well as Mundell and Quilmes Rodriguez, all of Ed Buck’s victims for trust- investigators in the case against ing our group to lead the fight for Buck. justice for their loved ones,” “We know everyone who is fea- Cannick said. “It’s a huge respon- tured here was dedicated to justice, sibility, and I am deeply honored committed to increasing public that they put their trust in us and safety in our community and com- we were able to bring them some mitted to making sure that people’s semblance of justice with those voices were heard,” Horvath said. nine guilty verdicts.” Cedars names new nursing chair Dr. David Marshall, senior vice president, chief nursing executive and chair of the Department of Nursing at Cedars-Sinai, has been named the Dr. James R. Klinenberg and Lynn Klinenberg Linkin Chair in Nursing in honor of Linda Burnes Bolton. Marshall joined Cedars-Sinai in 2019, when he succeeded Bolton, who now serves as the hospital’s chief health equity officer. Marshall has more than three decades of healthcare experience Dr. David Marshall — from improving nursing-leadership proficiency and fostering Marshall began his nursing innovation to championing com- career in 1983 as a staff nurse at passionate care. the University of Texas Medical "I’m proud … to further culti- Branch Health in Texas. He was vate an environment where nurses part of the leadership team that led can deliver the best possible care UTMB Health during the to patients,” Marshall said. “This Hurricane Ike crisis — serving as chair recognizes nursing as conse- an important public face and voice quential to the underpinnings of of confidence for the hospital every patient experience here at while keeping patients and the Cedars-Sinai.” community informed. Since joining Cedars-Sinai six Marshall has held leadership months before the COVID-19 posts with numerous professional pandemic, Marshall has played a organizations at the local, state vital role in preparing nursing and national levels. In 2017, he staff for surge capacity and has was appointed to a four-year term helped with vaccination efforts on the American Nurses within the community. Credentialing Center's “Nursing is integral to our mis- Commission on Magnet sion,” said Dr. Jeffrey A. Smith, Recognition Program. He also has executive vice president of hospi- served on the board of directors of tal operations and chief operating the American Organization of officer at Cedars-Sinai. “Dr. Nursing Leadership and is a fel- Marshall will expand our legacy low of the American Academy of of providing excellent patient care Nursing. In 2021, the Los Angeles by mentoring and developing our County Board of Supervisors talent and launch promising appointed Marshall as a member research initiatives that improve of the Los Angeles County the health of Cedars-Sinai patients Hospitals and Health Care and our broader community.” Delivery Commission. 8 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

Sing for Hope Pianos debut at performing arts center Sing for Hope, in partnership with the city of Beverly Hills and the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, will host a public unveiling and official launch of Sing for Hope Pianos Beverly Hills on Thursday, Aug. 5, from 6 to 6:30 p.m. The launch begins a month-long public art and music program featuring 16 colorful and vibrant upright pianos painted by L.A.- area artists. The pianos will be on display in parks and other public spaces in Beverly Hills and will be available for everyone to play and enjoy through Sept. 6. The event will feature a special photo courtesy of Sing for Hope performance by 16 local pianists The Sing for Hope Pianos will be unveiled during a special perfor- playing Bach in unison on all of mance at The Wallis in Beverly Hills on Aug. 5. photo courtesy of Athena Sobhan the Sing for Hope Pianos, as well The elephant statues and tower in Hollywood and Highland’s courtyard as a performance by sopranos and Beverly Hills, TZ Projects’ one of the world’s largest annually are being removed and redesigned as part of its transformation into Sing for Hope co-founders founder Torie Zalben, producer recurring public arts programs, Ovation Hollywood. Monica Yunus and Camille Victor Finley, art curator Alaina with more than 500 one-of-a-kind Zamora, accompanied by Wallis Simone and HEAT studios will piano artworks placed in public Executive Director and CEO showcase a select roster of piano- spaces for anyone to enjoy. Elephant statues removed at H&H Rachel Fine. Actor and activist inspired works by Panther The event will be held in the Monique Coleman will receive Modern and Akwetey John Marc and Eva Stern Arrival Court As part of the $100-million elephants were designed to pay trib- Sing for Hope’s annual Art for All Orraca-Tetteh. Proceeds from at the Wallis Annenberg Center reimagining of the property at ute to Hollywood’s silent film era Award, recognizing her commit- sales will be donated to Sing for for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Hollywood and Highland, the and recreated structures from the ment to building community and Hope. Santa Monica Blvd. For informa- Babylon-themed elephants are original set of D. W. Griffith's 1916 empowering youth. Sing for Hope Pianos launched tion, visit singforhope.org/bever- being demolished and removed. film “Intolerance.” The elephants Also during the launch in in New York City in 2010. It is lyhills. The project includes a full reno- and tower are being removed vation of the property and updating because of their connotations to benefit immigrant and other high- of its central courtyard as it trans- Griffith and his previous film, Supervisors allocate ARP funds need communities. Another $70 forms into Ovation Hollywood. “Birth of a Nation,” which included million will benefit small business- Gaw Capital USA, a Hong Kong bigoted portrayals of Black The Los Angeles County Board in additional county funding for es, entrepreneurs and nonprofits and Los Angeles-based real estate Americans, according to the proper- of Supervisors on July 27 approved Care First and Community impacted by the pandemic. private equity firm, in partnership ty’s owners. a $975 million American Rescue Investments. The funding represents Phase with DJM, a San Jose and Los “The Babylonian-themed court- Act Phase One spending plan that Approximately $12.5 million One of a $1.9 billion allocation Angeles-based private equity real yard is a replica of an antiquated invests federal recovery funds in will support immigrants and immi- under the American Rescue Plan, estate developer, unveiled their film set from an intolerant time that hard-hit communities and advances grant-focused community-based with the remaining funding to be vision and plans for the shopping we’ve always planned to remove a broad range of equity-focused organizations that provide a broad provided to the county in May center last August. The revamped for the reimagining of the proper- programs. range of services, including legal 2022. In addition, ARP funding has Ovation Hollywood will reflect the ty,” said Chad Cress, chief creative The plan invests heavily in dis- representation, wealth-building also been awarded to each of Los modern-day global city in which it officer at DJM. “Our goal for advantaged communities and pro- assistance and organizational Angeles County’s 88 cities, for a is located. Ovation is to create a space that is grams to address entrenched chal- capacity building — in addition to grand total of more than $4.5 bil- “Hollywood is as much an idea forward-looking and celebrates Los lenges ranging from homelessness a broad range of other ARP-funded lion across all jurisdictions. as it is a place,” said Stenn Parton, Angeles’ diversity, history and opti- and poverty to the unique needs of assistance, from nutrition to child- For information, visit chief retail officer at DJM. “The mism.” immigrants, small businesses, jus- care to health outreach, intended to Recovery.LACounty.gov. idea of Hollywood is optimism – The removal process of the ele- tice-involved individuals and sur- dreams and ambitions feel more phants began on July 29, and work vivors of trauma, including domes- tangible when you’re here. Our on the tower will continue over the tic violence and hate crimes. reimagining of Hollywood and coming weeks. The updated façade More than $468 million will be Highland into Ovation Hollywood of the tower, which frames the allocated for housing and related is about creating a place that cap- Hollywood Sign, will feature a sun- services for people experiencing tures this idea.” burst relief design to mimic klieg homelessness, services to prevent Upon completion in late 2021, lights used on film sets. people falling into homelessness Ovation Hollywood will include Gaw Capital USA and DJM are and development of affordable 135,000 square feet of retail space, working with the design and archi- housing. Approximately $290 mil- two floors of nearly 100,000 square tecture firm Gensler on Ovation lion will be used in direct commu- feet of creative office space, 85,000 Hollywood. Other changes include nity investments and partnerships square feet of dining, 65,000 square a simplified facade and color with community-based organiza- feet of entertainment areas and scheme, a new concept for the tions. 40,000 square feet of event space. tower, an easier to navigate layout, The supervisors approved more With an emphasis on a refreshed updated landscape design, new art than $89 million to expand the sys- tenant mix and updated merchan- pieces, enhanced outdoor space and tem of care and reduce reliance on dising, DJM is planning to bring an new businesses. incarceration, support justice- updated tenant mix to the property. For information, visit ovationhol- focused community organizations, The original courtyard and the lywood.com. create jobs for justice-involved individuals and address trauma and violence in communities. The ARP Congress members pen letter to AG funding includes $47.1 million for Joined by 90 members of DOJ dropped espionage charges Care First, Jails Last programs, Congress, U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu (D- against Asian researchers. It also which will augment $100 million Los Angeles) on July 29 sent a contains information about DOJ’s bicameral letter to Attorney General China Initiative, a program Merrick Garland requesting a U.S. launched under the Trump admin- expressed concerns about racial Department of Justice investigation istration to counter trade secret profiling to Attorney General into the repeated, wrongful target- theft, hacking and economic espi- Loretta Lynch. The training was to ing of individuals of Asian descent onage by the Chinese Communist be instituted in response to a num- for alleged espionage. Party. ber of high-profile cases of espi- Over the years, multiple people “Racial profiling is both illegal onage charges brought against of Asian descent have been falsely and corrosive to our democracy,” Asian American scientists and pro- accused by the DOJ of espionage. the Congress members wrote. “A fessors. The common thread in every case particular form of this discrimina- “Our hope was that the training was a defendant with an Asian sur- tion has disproportionately affected would prevent future instances of name. There have now been multi- the Asian American and Pacific innocent people being wrongfully ple reports of false accusations of Islander community, which is the arrested on the basis of race, eth- spying alleged against individuals false belief that somehow nicity or national origin,” the letter such as Wen Ho Lee, Sherry Chen, Americans of Asian descent are states. “Unfortunately, with the Xiaoxing Xi, Anming Hu and oth- disloyal.” recent case of Professor Anming ers. On June 27, 2016, the DOJ Hu, there appears to be an ongoing The letter asks for an update on announced department-wide pattern and practice of people of department-wide implicit bias implicit bias training after mem- color being singled out by law training mandated in 2016 after bers of Congress and the public enforcement and prosecutors.” Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 9 August 5, 2021 Bill would create rebates for Metro subway work remains robust in August Work on the Purple Line Extension subway project contin- buying used electric vehicles ues this week as traffic signal con- Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) The tax credit would only duits are relocated in the Westwood and U.S. Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D- apply to electric cars at least two area through Aug. 20. Driveway Los Angeles) recently introduced years old that cost less than and parking access will be main- the Affordable EVs for Working $25,000. The credit would be tained. The work will be done in Families Act, a bill to provide phased down for buyers whose stages from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., buyers of pre-owned electric cars adjusted gross income exceeds Monday through Friday. Traffic with tax rebates up to $2,500. $75,000 for individuals, and signals and street lights will be Buyers of new electric vehicles $150,000 for joint filers. maintained. currently qualify for a $7,500 tax “More electric vehicles on Los Construction is also ongoing in credit. However, there is no tax Angeles roads means fewer CO2 Century City, Beverly Hills and the incentive to purchase used elec- emissions in our skies and better Miracle Mile. In Century City, tric cars. The tax credit for new health outcomes for our commu- excavation will continue through electric cars was adopted to nities,” Gomez said. “With an the first quarter of 2022 for the incentivize greater adoption of electric car in the driveway, work- Century City/Constellation station. EVs with the goal of reducing ing families will be able to save The underground work will take photo courtesy of Metro greenhouse gas emissions from money on gas and maintenance place 24 hours, Monday through transportation. A corresponding costs while prioritizing the safety Friday. Traffic lane closures are cur- Crews are continuing to excavate appendage structures, which are tax credit for used electric cars and security of our planet. We rently in place. rooms and passageways housing vital systems, at the future Wilshire/La would further accelerate the pur- have a historic opportunity to In Beverly Hills, crews are Brea station. chase of these automobiles, the establish a first-of-its-kind tax installing geotechnical instruments lawmakers said. credit for buyers of used plug-in along the tunnel alignment and “We know that passenger vehi- electric cars to make them more around the station box area to mon- month before being removed and Cienega, Wilshire/Fairfax and cles account for a huge amount of affordable and expand access to itor ground movement, settlement relocated. The installation and Wilshire/La Brea stations. Concrete the carbon emissions that con- millions of Americans.” and geological impacts. Work hours removal of the poles will require and material deliveries are expected tribute to global warming. The transportation sector gen- are 7 a.m. to 4 p. m., Monday intermittent traffic lane and side- to continue in August. For ques- California has already taken the erates nearly one-third of total through Friday on Wilshire walk closures. However, sidewalks tions and concerns about the Purple lead in shifting away from fossil U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. Boulevard, and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., will continue to be accessible once Line Extension project, call the 24- fuels and the internal combustion While electric vehicles have a Monday through Friday on residen- poles are in place. hour project hotline at (213)922- engine; now it’s time for the higher upfront cost than gas-pow- tial streets. Crews are also building 6934, email the project team at pur- nation to follow,” Feinstein ered vehicles, the total cost of Each pole and instrument will be appendage structures that house [email protected], or visit added. “This bill would help ownership is cheaper over the life in place for approximately one vital systems at the Wilshire/La metro.net. make electric cars affordable to a of the vehicle because of the cost larger group of people and move of gas and maintenance. us closer to a point where high- The bill will assist low income cial intelligence chatbot that can pollution gas-powered cars are and middle income households to answer the most common ques- off the roads. We need more leg- purchase electric vehicles, ulti- Assessor Prang revamps website tions. Los Angeles County Assessor islation like this to incentivize mately saving money and reduc- The Los Angeles County Office and tablet devices. Jeff Prang said is a one-stop-shop behavior that will reduce global ing emissions. Similar rebate proof the Assessor has launched a new The website features new infor- for property tax administration warming, and I’m proud to spon- grams already exist in Oregon, website that features a highly-func- mational content and toolkits. One resources. For information, visit sor this bill.” Connecticut and Pennsylvania. tional design optimized for mobile of the updated features is an artifi- assessor.lacounty.gov.

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I am proud to recognize these heroic individuals and their contributions, photo courtesy of U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff’s office sacrifices and selfless service as Exceptional female leaders in the 28th Congressional District were hon- recipients of the 2021 Women of ored by U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff. the Year award.” The women were honored at a luncheon Sunday in La Cañada ual cities to ensure services were Aung, of La Cañada Flintridge; Flintridge. Schiff celebrated with provided and residents remained Lori Rosales, of Atwater Village; photo by Gary Leonard the 2021 honorees, as well as 2020 safe. Nareh Manooki, of Burbank; Daisy Los Angeles City Councilmembers Nithya Raman, 4th District, and honorees whose celebration last Dr. Rebecca Crane, of Silver De La Torre, of Elysian Valley; Paul Koretz, 5th District, helped distribute food to people in need on year was postponed due to the Lake, was also recognized at the Rebecca Berberian, of Glendale; July 31 during an event hosted by the Mid City West Community COVID-19 pandemic. luncheon. Crane is an attending Dr. Wint Hun, of La Cañada Council at Television City in the Fairfax District. The honorees included Lynn physician at Kaiser Permanente’s Flintridge; Susan Sung Hee Lee, of The food distribution also included dozens of volunteers from LeMay, of West Hollywood, who is Los Angeles Medical Center, where La Crescenta; Catherine Y. Kim, of Labor Community Services, the Los Angeles County Federation of an advocate for people living with she has also worked as a primary Los Feliz; Mara Leong-Maguinez, Labor, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, United Way, Saban AIDS. She has been a volunteer care physician. She moved to of Pasadena; and Pattee Colvin, of Community Clinic and Baby2Baby. The event provided food and with Project Angel Food for years urgent care after several years in Sunland. hygiene products to 500 families and individuals. Hackman Capital and currently serves as one of the family medicine. As an essential “The Women of the Year hon- Partners, owner of Television City, allowed Mid City West to hold the organization’s Telephone Angels, frontline worker during the coron- orees are remarkable women who drive-thru food distribution on its property near Beverly Boulevard calling seniors to combat social iso- avirus pandemic, she assisted in have all worked tirelessly for the and Fairfax Avenue. lation. She also played a role in organizing a three-day event at common good, and to make our implementing Project Angel Food’s Kaiser called “A Time to Grieve, A district a better place,” Schiff said. Feminine Hygiene Program, which Time to Heal” to commemorate the “They are pillars of our communi- conducts outreach to clients. patients, family members and loved ties, and I thank them for their Honoree Alycia Belle, of ones lost during the pandemic, and invaluable service.” LADOT focuses on women in Hollywood, previously served as to honor all the hospital staff. For information, visit the director of development for Other honorees included MiMi schiff.house.gov. Blessed Sacrament School. Belle reviewing transit programs co-founded the Urban Sanctuary, The Los Angeles Department of separate from established bus stop which offers a safe environment in Transportation released a report locations. Blessed Sacrament Church where titled “Changing Lanes: A Gender The department selected initial individuals experiencing homeless- Equity Transportation Study” on routes for the DASH pilot based ness may seek guidance and rest. July 30 and announced a new pilot upon ridership levels, route times When the COVID-19 pandemic program for on-demand stops for and the proportion of riders who occurred, Belle started online pro- its DASH service. identify as women. grams and began live streaming SUMMER The study identifies barriers for The LADOT commissioned the masses. She also worked with the women who depend on public tran- Changing Lanes report with the Hollywood Food Coalition to pro- sit. The LADOT seeks to achieve explicit objective of prioritizing vide meals to people in need. gender equity throughout the equity in transportation planning Also honored was Dr. Barbara department as part of a directive by and design. The study focuses on Ferrer, director of the Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. Los Angeles low-income, women of color and County Department of Public City Council President Nury communities in three Los Angeles Health. Ferrer, of Echo Park, is a Martinez, 6th District, also request- neighborhoods: Sun Valley, Watts renowned and respected public ed that the LADOT make changes and Sawtelle – chosen, in part, due health leader, Schiff said. She has to transit operations to better to their high proportions of resi- more than four decades of profes- address the needs of women. dents who are Black, indigenous sional experience as a researcher, The pilot program, which will and other people of color, and philanthropic strategist, community debut in August on the Panorama female workers living in house- advocate, educational leader and City, Watts, Pico-Union and El holds without cars. public health director. Ferrer guided Sereno Community DASH routes, For information and to read the the county’s coronavirus pandemic will allow riders to request a loca- full report, visit response, collaborating with com- tion to disembark along their route, ladot.lacity.org/changinglanes. munity-based partners and individ-

Shelter operations altered to make pet adoptions easier We’ve Got Everything The Los Angeles County Animal the care centers. In fiscal year reinvent ways of providing essen- to Make Your Summer a Care and Control released its 2020-21, that number decreased to tial services,” Director Marcia COVID-19 Impact Report on Aug. 24,856 animals. Mayeda said. “We rose to this chal- 2 detailing the department’s Positive outcomes (adoptions, lenge and have emerged stronger SMASH! response to the pandemic and oper- return to home, adoption by rescue and better positioned to be the most Paper Goods • Decorations ational changes. groups) for sheltered animals effective animal resource centers With the guidance and support increased from 54% to 68% for possible for our communities.” Balloons • Banners • Centerpieces of national organizations such as cats, and remained at approximate- The DACC is holding an Piñatas & MORE! the American Society for the ly 88% for dogs. Respiratory ill- enhanced adoption program in Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, nesses decreased by 53% in dogs August called “Love at First Best Friends Animal Society and and by 82% in cats. That was Sight.” The public can self-sched- 10% off all merchandise in the store the University of California, attributed to fewer animals in the ule appointments on DACC’s web- with this coupon! Davis’ Koret Shelter Medicine care center, fewer people visiting site to visit an animal care center, discounted merchandise, balloons and balloon delivery excluded Program, DACC implemented a and a more controlled environment view all available animals and community-based approach to using appointments. Virtual train- adopt a pet. The new program keep pets in homes, reunite lost ing for foster caretakers also led to eliminates waiting lists that can pets with their owners and reserve hundreds of animals being placed delay the adoption process. its seven care centers for animals in temporary homes. Animals that are spayed or most in need. “The COVID-19 pandemic has neutered will be available the same Intake among all seven animal been a transformational event in days as appointments. care centers decreased by 46% dur- the field of animal welfare, and it For information and to schedule 5969 Melrose Ave. (corner of Wilcox) ing the pandemic. In fiscal year required the Department of Animal an appointment, visit 2019-20, 46,135 animals came into Care and Control to completely animalcare.lacounty.gov. (323)467-7124 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 11 August 5, 2021

The event will include a community cleanup in partnership with local O’Farrell pitches in to revitalize neighborhoods residents, as well as door-to-door canvassing to connect community Los Angeles City Councilman “This project will enhance acces- To report a street or parkway in members with city services. The Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, sibility and safety, especially for need of service, call O’Farrell’s dis- city’s Urban Forestry Division will highlighted infrastructure work nearby seniors, who walk these trict office at (213)207-3015. also trim trees and conduct land- being completed in East Hollywood streets regularly and depend on safe O’Farrell invites the public to his scaping maintenance. O’Farrell last weekend. The Bureau of Street sidewalks,” O’Farrell said. next Councilmember in Your encouraged residents and commu- Services, in partnership with O’Farrell’s Clean Team was also Corner event on Saturday, Aug. 7, nity members to get involved. O’Farrell’s office, is repairing near- recently out in Koreatown remov- from 9 a.m.to 11:30 a.m. on the For information, call O’Farrell’s ly 2,000 square feet of sidewalk ing discarded furniture from a park- Baron Avenue Median, at the inter- East Hollywood field deputy photo courtesy of the 13h District council office along Ardmore Avenue, Romaine way on Catalina Street between section of Barton Avenue and Saint George Hakopiants at (213)207- Sidewalk repairs were made in Street and Kingsley Drive. Beverly Boulevard and First Street. Andrews Place in East Hollywood. 3015, or visit cd13.lacity.org. East Hollywood.

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photo courtesy of Hackman Capital Partners velopment agreement and as part of the Sunset Boulevard More than 30 women learned set construction on July 24 and 25 at Off-Site Signage Policy. Television City, where set pieces for some of the most popular television shows have been designed and built. The women are trainees PERMIT(S): Billboard Permit, Certificate of Appropriateness, Develop- in Illumination Training, a program offered by The MBS Group, its parent company Hackman Capital Partners and Women in Media for ment Agreement, Zone Map Amendment, and any other re- women seeking production jobs. Participants in the new program are quired permits. taught on-set technical skills, virtually and on-site, by experts employed at Television City and other studio properties owned by Hackman Capital Partners and operated by the MBS Group. APPLICANT(S): Clay Collett, Orange Barrel Media Television City is supporting the partnership through its $1-million Changing Lenses pledge, which promotes efforts that increase equity TIME/PLACE Teleconference Meeting and diversity in the entertainment industry. For information, visit womennmedia.com. OF HEARING: Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will be a teleconferenced meeting (with de- tailed instructions for participation included on the posted agenda).

Officials move quickly to ensure ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) residents receive more rent relief ENVIRONMENTAL Los Angeles City Councilman and efficient manner.” STATUS: Negative Declaration prepared for Sunset Boulevard Off-Site Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, intro- The “Housing is Key” program, Signage Policy duced a motion on Aug. 3 seeking with a total allocation of over $5.2 immediate action that will help pro- billion, was recently approved by vide rental relief to thousands of Los the state. It helps renters and land- Angeles residents through the state lords affected by COVID-19, dating City Hall is accessible by appointment only. The staff report will be available of California’s “Housing is Key” back to April 1, 2020. It is the largest program. rental relief program in the country on Thursday, August 12, 2021 on-line at www.weho.org “Angelenos continue to suffer the and can cover up to 100% of back economic impacts of the pandemic, rent owed by California renters. The IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those and when it comes to rental assis- state is expected to appropriate a issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, tance, our city has the highest con- portion of the $5.2 billion for renters centrated need in the entire state,” and landlords in Los Angeles. The or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Com- O’Farrell said. “Though our local Los Angeles Housing Department mission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the eviction moratorium offers strong will administer the program. Public Hearing. protections and will remain in place The motion instructs the Los for a full year after the local emer- Angeles Housing Department to gency declaration is lifted, people immediately report to the City If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the need help with their back rent to Council on how it will assist hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of stay housed in the long run. It is Angelenos in accessing “Housing is urgent that the city helps its resi- Key” resources. For information, the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. dents access these funds in a clear visit cd13.lacity.org. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to participate in said Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. Letters to the Editor IF YOU DO NOT HAVE COMPUTER ACCESS AND WOULD LIKE A MAILED Above-ground more miles cheaply, it would COPY OF THE AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT, OR YOU NEED FURTHER IN- have to be above ground. FORMATION regarding this item, contact Jennifer Davis, Senior Contract Planner transportation The current Purple Line [subway] construction is expensive in the Planning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via should have been and will be completed much email at: [email protected] later than promised, and only considered in plan covers 5 miles. Had above Melissa Crowder, City Clerk Re “VINTAGE: Subway sys- ground lines been done, they tem was decades in the making,” would be completed quicker and cheaper, allowing more lines to July 29 issue Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- be built overall. I loved your vintage Metro тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- Plan from 1960. It was smart Harlan Levinson enough to know that to build Los Angeles 6826. 12 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

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In the Original Farmers Market 3rd & Fairfax Follow Us! 3rd & Fairfax farmersmarketbars.com @duparsfm (323)933-8446 • (323)933-8447 14 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Mayor launches new efforts to combat violence P OLICE BLOTTER Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti recently spoke with the newest recruits in his Office of Gang The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Reduction and Youth Development. areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between They included intervention workers July 25 and July 30. The information was compiled from in the Peace Ambassadors program crimemapping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: who work to reduce violence Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los through community-led engage- Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855- ment strategies. 8850, and the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. The mayor was joined by members of the City Council at the Beverly Hills Police An unknown suspect burglarized a South L.A. Sports Activity Center, vehicle parked in the 700 block of where new peace ambassadors are Department West Knoll at 7 p.m. receiving training in violence de- escalation. July 25 At 10 p.m., a suspect assaulted a victim during a domestic violence “Strengthening the human bonds in the neighborhoods we serve is A suspect was arrested on suspi- incident in the 900 block of N. cion of driving under the influence Palm. essential to public safety, and that photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office of alcohol or drugs near the corner work starts by empowering the peo- Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti met with members of the Peace of Rodeo and Wilshire at 12:47 July 26 ple who have earned the trust of Ambassadors program during a training session on July 26. a.m. their community,” Garcetti said. At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect “Keeping people safe isn’t just a At noon, an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 700 job for law enforcement, it’s a Councilman Marqueece Harris- investments in alternatives to polic- committed a grand theft in the block of N. Huntley. shared responsibility for all of us. Dawson, 8th District. “This is ing is showing the way forward for 9700 block of Wilshire. That’s why we’re making unprece- exactly what we did through the cities across America,” said Aqeela An unknown suspect stole a vehi- dented investments in alternatives South L.A. Community Safety Sherrills, executive director of the An unknown suspect committed a cle parked near the corner of to policing that reinforce our com- Initiative. It champions an unarmed Community Based Public Safety grand theft in the 100 block of S. Fountain and Hayworth at 12:25 crisis response to mitigate violence Collective. “GRYD is a proven Maple at 10 p.m. p.m. mitment to a community-based approach to reimagining public in our parks and neighborhoods. model, and putting more of those July 26 At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect safety.” Placing trained [community inter- resources into our communities will committed a grand theft in the Last year, Garcetti added 40 new vention workers] in our neighbor- save lives.” An unknown suspect committed a 7100 block of Santa Monica. intervention workers to the Peace hoods has empowered residents and grand theft in the 8600 block of Ambassadors program, and dou- created a more peaceful environ- Clifton at 5:30 a.m. July 27 bled that number in his Justice ment. I’m delighted that the mayor Budget, which took effect this has decided to fund this program.” At 8:12 a.m., an unknown suspect At 5:33 a.m., an unknown suspect month. Peace ambassadors conduct Garcetti’s Justice Budget lays out committed a grand theft in the 100 stole a vehicle parked in the 9000 outreach in their neighborhoods a progressive vision for a more block of Elm. block of Sunset. and support proactive peace-mak- equitable and just city, and includes ing activities, such as monitoring unprecedented spending on models An unknown suspect assaulted a July 27 crime hotspots and hosting small for unarmed crisis response. It victim in the 1000 block of N. Vista at 10:40 a.m. outdoor events to foster conversa- includes $18.7 million for An unknown suspect assaulted a Therapeutic Unarmed Response for victim in the 700 block of N. Rodeo tion. Each ambassador is mentored at 2:27 p.m. At 10:52 a.m., an unknown sus- and supported by an experienced Neighborhoods program, a public pect assaulted a victim in the 700 GRYD community intervention safety model that dispatches mental At 5:33 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Westmount. worker, who were also present for health and outreach workers to committed a grand theft in the 300 the violence de-escalation training. some 911 calls for assistance that block of N. Rodeo. An unknown suspect assaulted a “A key priority in 2019 was to do not involve violence, and $33 victim near the corner of Santa transform public safety by imple- million to expand GRYD program- An unknown suspect committed a Monica and Greenacre at 7:09 menting community-based solu- ming. petty theft in the 9000 block of p.m. “Mayor Garcetti’s commitment tions that keep residents safe with- Wilshire at 5:38 p.m. out over-policing,” said to making new and impactful July 28 At 8:12 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 200 An unknown suspect assaulted a block of N. Canon. victim in the 9200 block of Sunset at 1:30 a.m. Board raises concerns about July 28 At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a stole a vehicle parked in the 8900 illegal cannabis operations vehicle parked near the corner of block of Cynthia. Rodeo and Park at 5 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- To curb the negative impacts of The supervisors are also seeking illegal large-scale cannabis growing additional enforcement authority for At 6:34 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 800 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the Westbourne at 2:05 p.m. operations including water theft, water theft and misuse in declared 9600 block of Wilshire. trespassing, littering and the use of drought emergencies. July 29 dangerous pesticides and chemicals, Additionally, the motion calls for An unknown suspect assaulted a the Los Angeles County Board of authorities to address potential loop- victim in the 100 block of S. At 4:57 a.m., an unknown suspect Supervisors recently approved a holes or exploitation by illegal Wetherly at 10 p.m. committed a burglary in the 600 motion by Supervisors Kathryn cannabis growers and pursue block of N. Robertson. Barger, 5th District, and Sheila increasing local government con- July 30 Kuehl, 3rd District, that aims to trols over illegal cannabis and An unknown suspect burglarized a address the issue. unregistered hemp crops. A report is At 7:07 a.m., a vandalism incident vehicle parked in the 1200 block of “While the national and local expected in 90 days on a proposed N. Crescent Heights at 3 p.m. was reported in the 200 block of media reports on this issue have administrative nuisance abatement Moreno. At 5 a.m., an unknown suspect focused on the Antelope Valley and ordinance for unpermitted cannabis An unknown suspect stole auto committed a grand theft in the surrounding desert communities, activity including illegal cannabis parts in the 100 block of S. Canon 1100 block of N. Sweetzer. illegal marijuana grows will impact cultivation and dispensaries. The at 4 p.m. the entire county of Los Angeles,” board also sought a study to regulate An unknown suspect assaulted a Barger said. “As the state enters hemp and asked for a report on rec- At 10:51 p.m., a suspect was victim near the corner of Santa another potential drought emer- ommendations in 180 days. The arrested on suspicion of driving Monica and Greenacre at 7:15 gency, we need to ensure that this supervisors allocated $250,000 to under the influence of alcohol or p.m. new activity does not further exacer- finance continued sheriff’s depart- drugs near the corner of Sunset bate water scarcity. In addition, I am ment enforcement against illegal and Hartford. At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 7300 very concerned that illegal growers cannabis businesses and growers. block of Santa Monica. are using unregulated chemicals to “The whack-a-mole problem of West Hollywood process marijuana and selling these illegal cannabis dispensaries and Sheriff’s Station An unknown suspect committed a products to both legal and illegal now illegal cannabis grows popping burglary in the 400 block of dispensaries throughout the L.A. up throughout the county has been July 25 Westmount at 9:55 p.m. basin endangering cannabis users, exacerbated by the lack of a regulat- contributing to contamination and ing ordinance,” Barger added. At 3 a.m., an unknown suspect July 30 pollution, and threatening water “Finally, when examining the true assaulted a victim in the 1100 quality and safety.” impact of illegal grows outside of block of Vista. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- The motion asks the county’s environmental impacts, public safe- ing a domestic violence incident in Chief Executive Office’s ty and consumer health, we cannot A suspect assaulted a victim during the 7100 block of Santa Monica at Legislative Affairs and overlook the fact that the cartels and 3:38 a.m. a domestic violence incident in the Intergovernmental Relations growers are engaging in human traf- 8800 block of Melrose at 6 a.m. Editor’s note: Due to technical Branch to coordinate with depart- ficking and coercion to provide the At 8:15 a.m., an unknown suspect difficulties with the crimemapping. ments to support or pursue legisla- manual labor in the fields.” committed a burglary in the 1200 com website, entries for the tion that will allow offenders to be For information, visit kathryn- block of N. Kings. LAPD were not available. civilly prosecuted for water theft. barger.lacounty.gov. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 15 August 5, 2021 Wine and dine at Bodega Malbec by Jill Weinlein he highlight of the evening Bodega Malbec. and rose petals. It’s medium body while dining at Bodega Malbec, “I want to create an experience for and crisp finish paired nicely with Twas meeting owner and founder diners that makes them feel like they the spinach and cheese empanada. Javier Pardini. My friend Melissa are enjoying a traditional Argentine We tasted three more white wines and I dined on July 29, and Pardini asado at a friend’s house,” Pardini with the grilled octopus. The first insisited we enjoy a bowl of gnoc- said. was El Enemigo “The Enemy” a chi. “Everyone in Argentina eats Sitting on the front terrace, we had chardonnay from Mendoza, gnocchi on the 29th of the month,” a sense of traveling through the Argentina. It’s a rock-star chardon- Pardini said. “It’s just before payday, countryside of Argentina while wine nay offering a full body creaminess and gnocchi is cheap and easy to tasting with Pardini and enjoying a of dried-apple, pear and peach with make with potatoes and flour. In marriage of Italian and Spanish a long and flavorful finish. The octo- Argentina, we leave a bill or coins bodega specialities. pus arrived with cubed steamed under the plate of gnocchi to bring The menu features items, ingredi- potatoes, aji Amarillo aioli, a drizzle good fortune in the coming ents and flavors from his childhood of olive oil with a sprinkle of months.” His ragu sauce, made from including empanadas, pasta, paella, smoked paprika on top. Next was a cuts of the finest steak and the peas seafood and grilled meat. His wine taste of Foris from the Rogue Valley add a delightful sweetness to the list focuses on high quality of Southern Oregon. This wine was photo by Jill Weinlein tomato base and is pure comfort Argentine wines that best express sweeter than the others, and offered On the 29th of the month, Argentinians dine on gnocchi and wish for food. their region, as well as wines from a high acid with a hint of residual good fortune. Raised in Cordoba, Argentina, the South Africa, the United States, sugar. Pardini started working at Gaucho Australia Spain and Italy - the two One of the most interesting wines Decero “Remolinos Vineyard” 2017 course salt to sprinkle on top. Grill Argentine restaurant in college. European countries to which of the evening was the Terre Brûlée Malbec, offering a jammy red fruit Lastly we finished with evening First he was a bus boy, and worked Argentina and Javier have the from Heartland South Africa. The aroma with herbal notes and a hint with Panqueques de dulce de leche, his way up to host, waiter, and then strongest roots. soil is one of the oldest in the world of vanilla. This wine is ideal to drink that arrived with two large crepes manager. In 2009, he opened A selection of empanadas made and the vineyard is filled with with other grilled meat on the menu filled with dulce de leche that were Malbec restaurant in Pasadena with with beef, spinach and cheese, Chenin Blanc grapes, producing a including natural flat iron steak, skirt folded into fans. Each were topped two partners, and with its success chicken, ham and cheese or special smooth mouthfeel and ending steak, ribeye, tenderloin and New with chocolate sauce and powdered they opened locations in Toluca empanada of the day are offered. We weighted with lemon custard. York steak. The tabla mixa offer a sugar. On the side there were sliced Lake, Santa Monica and Eagle selected a special spicy beef and a The national dish of Argentina is selection of two types of grilled beef berries and bananas, plus a scoop of Rock. spinach and cheese. Pardini arrived asados – a variety of meats grilled on served in a black skillet with a vanilla bean ice cream and a sprig of As with most restaurants during to pour a highly-aromatic Dibon a parillo. We ordered the grilled choice of sauces including a creamy mint on top. the pandemic, the owners went Cava Brut Rosé offering a hint of chorizo and black blood sausage black pepper, salsa Argentina with a Bodega Malbec is your local culi- through a variety of struggles. For watermelon. The bubbles and acidi- plate. Two links of seasoned chorizo Malbec wine reduction, caramelized nary and cultural escape to Pardini, he lost of his father in ty were perfect with the spicy beef sausages were grilled until crispy pearl onions and mushrooms. The Argentina. It’s open daily from 5 to Argentina, and worked endlessly to skirt steak empanada. with a side of Cannellini bean salad beef is cooked over an open fire and 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and 5 to keep his restaurant open. Eventually Next he poured a taste of Anko and salsa criollo that had chopped delivered sizzling to your table. 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $$ he separated from his partners, but Torrontes 2019 wine. To the nose, tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, olive The wood-fired skirt steak came 10151 Riverside Drive, (818)762- he kept the Toluca Lake location. He this white wine dazzles with aromas oil and vinegar. We sipped Finca with a side chimichurri sauce and 4860. started a new concept and renamed it of honeysuckle, grapefruit blossoms Waldorf Astoria hires new director of marketing, sales Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills and its four-star sister property, The Beverly Hilton, have announced the newest addition to the executive team with the recent appointment of Dana Cooper as complex director of sales and marketing. 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With more than 20 years of expe- photo courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills rience in luxury hospitality, Cooper Dana Cooper is well-versed in selling top-tier offerings to global travel and event advisors, boosting community both hotels, and her experience in engagement, developing bespoke the luxury hospitality market is a experiences and driving an organi- true asset that will absolutely allow zation’s overall sales strategy. us to continue to deliver exceptional Most recently, she served as the service, curate unique collabora- area director of sales and marketing tions, and further increase customer for Auberge Resorts Collection. loyalty as travel rebounds," said Prior to that, she held positions at Vanessa Williams, general manager Ritz-Carlton and Rosewood proper- at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. ties around the country. For information, visit waldorfas- “Dana is a wonderful addition to toriabeverlyhills.com. Zoo offers membership perks The Greater Los Angeles Zoo the International Marketplace gift Association Member Appreciation shops, a chance to win weekend Month is returning in August with Safari Shuttle tickets, animal print members-only discounts and free bandanas, plush animals, tote bags, giveaways, including buy one-get microfiber cleaning cloths and one free coupons, an extra 10% dis- snake puzzles count Monday through Friday at GLAZA is also offering a 10% discount to new members on any membership level. Use the online discount code ZOO- FUN21 through Aug. 31.Visit lazoo.org/join-our- community/members.

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Academy Museum debuts first exhibit catalogues The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced plans on Aug. 3 for the publication of three debut catalogues on the work of moviemakers Hayao Miyazaki, Spike Lee and Pedro Almodóvar, whose careers will be celebrated when the museum opens its inaugural exhibitions on Sept. 30. “These first Academy Museum publications are a lasting record of our extraordinary inaugural exhibitions and our dynamic collaborations with Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli and filmmakers Spike Lee and Pedro Almodóvar,” said Bill Kramer, director and president of the Academy Museum. “Like the exhibitions, these catalogues will bring readers closer to the filmography, art, influences and careers of these remarkable artists.” The illustrated catalogue on Miyazaki is published in partnership with Studio Ghibli. It will be available through the Academy

Museum Store on Sept. 7. photo by Andy Kitchen Marking the museum’s epony- The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is preparing for its opening mous inaugural temporary exhibi- on Sept. 30. tion, the publication features hun- photo by Emily Jilg dreds of original production mate- Golden retrievers Nala, right, and her sister Lucy, will be playing in rials, including artworks never view at the Academy Museum, Academy Award-winning writer West Hollywood Park for World Dog Day on Saturday. seen outside of Studio Ghibli’s and offers insight into the and director Almodóvar and film archives in Japan. Academy Award -winning writer journalist Rachel Handler; essays “Spike Lee: Director’s and director’s heroes, influences by producer Agustín Almodóvar Inspiration,” available in April and collaborations. and Academy Museum curators World Dog Day festival returns to WeHo 2022, brings Lee’s Academy Also available in April 2022, Jenny He and J. Raúl Guzmán; The city of West Hollywood is co-sponsoring the Vanderpump Dog Museum gallery to life. It delves “Pedro Almodóvar: Installation” and an illustrated filmography. Foundation’s fifth annual World Dog Day, which will bring together deeply into items from Lee’s per- includes a foreword by actor Tilda For information, visit academy- hundreds of people and their furry friends on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 11 sonal collection, which will be on Swinton; a conversation between museum.org. a.m. to 4 p.m. at West Hollywood Park. All activities will be outdoors and socially distanced. Masks are encouraged. Started in 2016, the family-friendly event will include live performances and DJs sponsored by SUR Restaurant and Lounge; an adoption Audiences must ‘take their shot’ to see ‘Hamilton’ area with rescue dogs sponsored by Zappos; an animal education area Broadway in Hollywood and the sponsored by Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.; a doggy agility park; doggy fash- Hollywood Pantages Theatre ion show featuring past adopted rescue dogs and celebrity judges; announced on Aug. 2 that all ticket exhibitors featuring pet-friendly products and services; and food trucks. holders for performances through Celebrities anticipated to attend include Lance Bass, Michael Turchin Oct. 10 must be fully vaccinated Bass, James Kennedy, Lala Kent, Raquel Leviss, Ariana Madix, Tom against COVID-19. Sandoval and Lisa Vanderpump. The vaccination policy will be re- World Dog Day also raises awareness about dog abuse worldwide. assessed on an ongoing basis and The Vanderpump Dog Foundation has rescued and facilitated the adop- an update for performances after tion of more than 2,300 dogs. Oct. 10 will be provided at a later Admission is free and open to the public. All dogs must be on leashes. date. The policy is a joint effort to West Hollywood Park is located at 647 N. San Vicente Blvd. For infor- provide the safest space possible mation, call (323)848-6400, or visit weho.org and during the return of “Hamilton” vanderpumpdogs.org/world-dog-day. beginning on Aug. 17. The policy requires audience members to be fully vaccinated 14 Iconic Monroe photos exhibited days prior to their attendance date. photo by Joan Marcus On a late June afternoon in To enter the theater, patrons must “Hamilton” will resume performances at Hollywood Pantages Theatre on 1962, Marilyn Monroe arrived bring a photo I.D. and proof of vac- Aug. 17. cination – either a physical vaccina- at Hotel Bel-Air — alone, five hours late, ready to discard her tion card, photograph of your vacci- Children under 5 will not be admit- Jan. 2. Tickets start at $55. inhibitions for the camera of nation card or a digital vaccination ted. The Hollywood Pantages Theatre legendary photographer Bert record. All California residents may Masks are also required for all Box Office has reopened for in-per- Stern. The 12-hour photo- request a digital vaccination record ticket holders, regardless of vacci- son ticket sales and customer ser- shoot that ensued, and the fol- by visiting nation status, and must be worn at vice assistance. Hours are noon to 6 lowing two sessions, yielded myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov. all times, except when eating or p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. nothing short of magic. Guests under age 12 and those drinking in designated areas. The Hollywood Pantages Theatre The 2,571 portraits revealed who need other accommodations “Hamilton” will begin perfor- is located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. a Marilyn completely unre- must provide proof of a negative mances at Hollywood Pantages For information and tickets, call served yet utterly glamorous COVID-19 test taken within 72 Theatre on Aug. 17 and tickets are (800) 982-2787, or visit broadway- in wispy scarves, pink silk, hours prior to entering the theater. available for performances through inhollywood.com. birdcage veils and an iconic black velour gown by Christian Dior. Collectively Outdoor jazz returns to LACMA called The Last Sitting®, the photo ©Bert Stern Trust Jazz at LACMA Limited Edition, The museum is pleased to intimate portraits would be the the Los Angeles County Museum resume its in-person programming public’s final glimpse into the life of free and playful, and Bert captured of Art’s free concert series, begins with health and safety protocols in the Hollywood icon before her the total of her with the reverence on Friday, Aug. 6, with reduced and place. Over the coming months, the untimely death six weeks later. and passion he felt. They had a rela- controlled capacity, and other new series will include performances by Viewers will have a chance to dis- tionship through what they both health and safety measures. the Yellowjackets, Ernie Watts cover Stern’s series in an exhibition related to most, the lens of the cam- The 30th season of the free music Quartet, Saje and more. taking place in the lobby at Hotel era.” concert series kicks off with a live, On Sept. 10, the 2021 L.A. Jazz Bel-Air from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31. The Prior to his death, Stern called in-person performance by Billy Treasure Award will be presented to exhibition will feature 15 photos Monroe the first American goddess. Childs in front of Chris Burden’s Quincy Jones. The event will from The Last Sitting®. “She is gone, but she is every- “Urban Light” on Aug. 6, at 6 p.m. include a concert with the Quincy photo courtesy of Raj Naik “Bert captured Marilyn in a series where,” he said. “Stars die, but lights Jazz at LACMA Limited Edition is Jones All-Star Orchestra, directed Billy Childs of images so comprehensively,” said go on forever. Through the magic of free, and tickets must be reserved by John Clayton. curator Shannah Laumeister Stern, photography the light from Marilyn online in advance. All attendees, To protect the health and safety required except when eating or wife of the late Stern. “He went Monroe is still reaching us, still including children, must have a of the museum's visitors, staff and drinking. beyond her external and ethereal drawing on, like moths to a flame.” ticket. All attendees will be seated musicians, attendees will be LACMA is located at 5905 beauty to her essence. Marilyn The exhibition is complementary in a designated area, and seating is required to undergo health screen- Wilshire Blvd. For information and seemed to trust Bert and let go in and open to the public seven days a first come, first served. ings prior to entry. Masks are schedule, visit lacma.org/visit. ways she had never before. She was week. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 17 August 5, 2021 ‘Jungle Cruise’ is here, but what comes next? n Disney’s latest ride adaptation invites an obvious choice for the next big screen hopeful Another summer, another Disney I know, it’s already part of “Alice film poaching its own nostalgia in in Wonderland,” arriving at hopes of the next major block- Disneyland in 1955, four years after buster. I’m not inherently against the animated feature’s premiere. weak stomach. Next thing you such practices if they work. Plus, But this has nothing to do with know, the seat opens up and shoots Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt Alice. Make the tea cups center him into another realm. What hap- co-leading sounds enticing enough, stage. pens next is anyone’s guess. casting worth raising a cup o’ Certainly rides like the Haunted Not feeling it? How ‘bout a Pixar London Fog in approval. Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean take, à la the short film “The Blue Alas, this old-fashioned treasure and Jungle Cruise afford screen- Umbrella.” A shy tea cup tries to hunt romp is no proper brew but writers a touch more source materi- make it in a new kitchen following watered down Earl Grey. “Jungle al to build upon, but spinning cups years on a thrift store shelf (totally Cruise” relies more on brand recog- should be enough for a full-length different from Bo Peep’s vintage nition, both the classic ride (the fun story. After all, Universal took the shop tenure). Bougie forks rule the and even the cringey) and A-listers Battleship game and opted out of a cupboards like Orwellian pigs. But mixing too many ingredients that war film in favor of an alien inva- our leading tea cup wins over every- cancel out what should be at least a sion actioner, so anything’s possible one with a special ability: break playful potable. at this point. dancing. That ceramic heroine spins This “Jungle Cruise” belongs to a For starters, imagine a story her way from sink to fridge, over- small trend 12 films in the making. about the actual tea cups at Disney turning the status quo with each Of the dozen Disney films based on providing a Wonderland-like pirouette. attractions across Mouse House entrance into another dimension of Perhaps the most obvious option photo courtesy of Disney parks, only one goes down easy. pure imagination … but not an is a British period piece involving Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt star in “Jungle Cruise,” the latest in a Most major studios drown us in “Alice” story, to be clear. Perhaps tea etiquette. Films like “Saving Mr. options that all taste similar or pour something pseudo sci-fi like 2020’s Banks” are awards darlings, so long series of film adaptations of Disney rides and attractions. from the same pitcher. I’m under no totally successful, not-at-all make Blunt a Pygmalion sent to illusion that this will change, nor do “Artemis Fowl.” mold rambunctious children into always a topic of intrigue. “The believe the promise of a ride’s his- I entirely hate it based on the out- This sure-fire hit begins simple formal royalty, but not like Mary Country Bears,” “The Tower of torical significance – with a tinge of come, so I propose Disney adds a enough. A social outcast recently Poppins. Instead, she carries a tea Terror” and even “Dinosaur,” based “Indiana Jones” plagiarism – will new kind of novelty drink yet. argued with his mom about chores set everywhere in a briefcase, her on the Animal Kingdom experience do more than dupe a few moviego- Disney, I implore you. Give the before sneaking into the park and personal McGuffin almost assured- previously called Countdown to ers and streamers with the promise people what they don’t know they finally experiencing the problem ly stolen in a long series of miscom- Extinction, all got their chance. of fun escapism. need: a Mad Tea Party film. one ride never permitted thanks to a munications that go all the way to “Jungle Cruise” only proves this So much energy, so much mar- the queen. trend will continue to the tune of a keting, no soul. So why not let the This all might sound like a reach. $200-million budget with no clear Mad Hatter’s tea cups lead the At least “Haunted Mansion” could promise of a large audience. Not show. It might tank, but that’s rather draw upon a spooky house and pull even charming performers, from on brand and oddly more original together a fun adventure (at least the lead stars to the villain, can do than most of these attraction adap- that was the plan). And pirates are much when everyone else seems to tations.

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The Aug. 16, 2001, issue of the Beverly Press and Park Labrea News included a special section celebrating the completion of the Santa Monica Boulevard rehabilitation project in West Hollywood. The $34 million project reconstructed the boulevard with new road- ways, sidewalks, public gathering spaces, trees and landscaping. The changes were five years in the making and involved the city of West Hollywood taking control of the boulevard from the state of California. Santa Monica Boulevard is part of the historic Route 66 and was a state highway until West Hollywood assumed control from Founded 1946 the state. The project aimed to turn Santa Monica Boulevard into West Hollywood’s Main Street. West Hollywood officials included signage DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY ISSUE along the route paying tribute to Route 66, as well as numerous other amenities that remain in place today. SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 18 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

Mural makes progress at Dayton Heights Elementary Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, joined students on July 31 to paint a new mural at Dayton Heights Elementary School, located at 607 N. Westmoreland Ave. The group also included community members, representatives of the local nonprofit Arts Bridging the Gap, and artists Ethel and Carlo Zanfranco. Titled “Hybrid,” the mural covers the entire south-fac- ing exterior of the school and was designed by the 2019-20 5th grade students at Dayton Heights Elementary School and Arts photo courtesy of Pathways LA Bridging the Gap. The Zanfrancos Backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to more than 140 created the final design and led the families. painting project. The vision for the mural came from O’Farrell’s office, which Students placed on a pathway to wanted to bring a positive and meaningful project to the school. photo courtesy of Arts Bridging the Gap The campus is located in a commu- Students began painting the mural at Dayton Heights Elementary success when returning school nity historically overlooked for School. The artwork is scheduled to be unveiled on Aug. 16. Pathways LA, a nonprofit pro- struggle to afford basic necessities artistic experiences and beautifica- viding resources to families with like school supplies. Now more tion efforts, he said. young children, held its third annu- than ever, in recovering from a O’Farrell participated in online challenges of the pandemic. The ed, and our old ways were unfurl- al Back-to-school Distribution on global pandemic, students need design sessions hosted by Arts students shared ideas and themes ing,” the mural reads. “Though we July 31 in Koreatown. The event help accessing school supplies. Bridging the Gap and shared sto- and drafted designs that were pushed through in environments was for children ages 3-12 who are Pathways LA plays a critical role in ries about his artistic background incorporated into the final mural. that were isolated, we pushed enrolled in Pathways LA’s Family helping our children receive quality with the students and parents, The mural also features an together in a spirit united.” Engagement program, which part- care and thrive academically,” encouraging them to explore their important message for the students The mural is expected to be ners with parents and caregivers to Pathways LA CEO Tamika Farr creative interests. The sessions and the community. “Once upon a unveiled on Aug. 16 at the conclu- promote healthy relationships and said. “This event supports our mis- helped the students and parents very difficult time, students had to sion of the first day of the new child development. sion as we aim to strengthen low- connect with each other and adapt to a different way of living school year. For information, visit Volunteers distributed 350 back- income and vulnerable working express their feelings about the and learning. A change was need- cd13.lacity.org. packs filled with school supplies to families, promote high quality early help more than 140 families pre- care and education services for pare for the upcoming school year. children of all abilities.” Families also received snack bags The distribution was hosted at LACCD praises higher education bill filled with healthy treats, and had Pathways LA’s parking structure in The Los Angeles Community forefront in many cases, advocated the opportunity to win prizes Koreatown and was held in accor- College District on July 28 for the investment months. “This was the year for including lunch boxes, toys and dance with Los Angeles County applauded Gov. Gavin Newsom for “This budget incorporates many our district to go big Kroger gift cards. COVID protocols. signing the Higher Education trailer of our key priorities, and I com- “Many of the children we serve Pathways LA is located at 3325 bill, which will deliver “unprece- mend Governor Newsom and our with an ambitious receive free and reduced-price Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1100. For dented” resources for the state’s state legislators for their dedication legislative agenda meals at school and their families information, visit pathwaysla.org. community colleges, including to higher education,” said Mike intended to build a dedicated funding for student hous- Fong, chair of the LACCD ing and basic needs, workforce pro- Legislative and Public Affairs sustainable, equitable grams and ethnic studies. Committee. “I am pleased that the framework for our Students can receive help in Newsom’s budget is the largest Legislature stepped up to secure the institutions and and most comprehensive higher future of critical educational tools our students.” education budget in the history of like the Strong Workforce Program, filing DACA applications California and represents the for- which will continue to make Francisco C. Rodriguez. ward-looking approach of the state – California a dynamic economy for LACCD Chancellor Los Angeles Mayor Eric Fund President and CEO Deidre with its focus on ensuring that stu- years to come.” Garcetti recently announced a Lind said. dents have programs that fit with the grant program for qualifying Los “The cistrict’s support to cover jobs of the future and making attend- Angeles community college stu- the cost of the DACA application ing community college as affordable dents going through the Deferred fee provides another assurance to and accessible as possible. Action for Childhood Arrivals our LACCD students that ‘you are “This year’s budget is a mile- LANGUAGE GARDEN application process. safe here,”’ LACCD Chancellor stone for our community colleges bilingual immersion preschool The grants will cover initial and Francisco C. Rodriguez said. “We and will keep Los Angeles at the renewal application fees, allowing will use all available resources to forefront of our innovation econo- hundreds of young Angelenos amplify the interests of LACCD to my,” said LACCD Board President brought to this country as children serve and protect the over 10,000 Steve Veres. “This historic package to file petitions to remain without undocumented students enrolled at will provide significant, long-term financial hardship. our nine colleges.” and sustainable support for pro- “The decision to erode the To qualify for the grant, stu- grams that will make our schools DACA program was heartbreak- dents must be enrolled at one of more equitable and accessible to all Offering French and Spanish ing, but Los Angeles will always the nine LACCD colleges, demon- students, while providing a rigorous stand up for our dreamers,” strate financial need and attend and relevant education that leaves Garcetti said. “DACA has given so virtual workshops that provide all graduates poised for success.” • Play-based many hard-working, ambitious information about the program Particularly notable is the $2 bil- • Warm, creative, hands-on environment young Angelenos an opportunity to and immigration resources. lion to invest in affordable student pursue higher education and con- Students who qualify are also eli- housing, a critical equity issue in • Interdisciplinary approach focused on: tribute to our city and we want to gible to receive legal representa- one of the most expensive cities in support them in staying here in Los tion provided by the Central the world. The Legislature also - Art Angeles where they belong.” American Resource Center and included $100 million to fund stu- - Music In partnership with the Mayor’s the Coalition for Humane dents’ basic needs, such as housing Fund for Los Angeles, the Immigrant Rights to assist in filing and food — a growing issue with - STEM Foundation for the Los Angeles a DACA application. costs increasing through the pan- Community Colleges and the Los The grant program will also demic. - Social and emotional intelligence Angeles Community College serve as an incentive to those sub- “This was the year for our district • Large outdoor play space and garden District, 500 LACCD students will mitting applications to do it as to go big with an ambitious legisla- receive a one-time grant to pay the soon as possible. While the deci- tive agenda intended to build a sus- • Conveniently located in Carthay Square $495 DACA application fee. sion by a U.S. District Court in tainable, equitable framework for “The Mayor’s Fund for Los Texas stopped the processing and our institutions and our students,” Angeles creates partnerships to granting of initial applications, ini- said LACCD Chancellor Francisco respond to moments of urgency tial applications can be filed and C. Rodriguez. “I want to thank our LANGUAGE GARDEN PRESCHOOL like this, and we are proud to come current DACA recipients are able state legislators for their support of together with the mayor’s office, to continue submitting requests for California’s community colleges Giving the Gift of Language Since 2010 the Foundation for the Los renewal. and Governor Gavin Newsom for www.languagegardenpreschool.com Angeles Community Colleges and For information and contacts for being a true visionary for higher the Los Angeles Community the nine LACCD campuses, visit education.” (323)366-4458 College District to help these laccd.edu/about/pages/our-col- LACCD, working alongside deserving students,” Mayor’s leges.aspx. stakeholders and students at the Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 19 August 5, 2021 ‘Summer SoundWaves’ fills Music Center Plaza Summertime fun continues, as the Music Center has launched “Summer SoundWaves,” an outdoor music series that will take place on its Jerry Moss Plaza on Aug. 21 and Sept. 4. Programmed by TMC Arts, “Summer Soundwaves” will feature two affordable and family- friendly concert performances, ranging from the musical fusions of Afro-Mexican rhythms to pulsating electronic dance beats. “One of our key goals in renovat- ing Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center in 2019 was to amplify the fun potential of a wide-open, wel- coming space with dance and music photo courtesy of El Capitan Theatre performances that would appeal to Ryan Reynolds is a bank teller who discovers he is actually a back- the diverse and limitless entertain- ground player in an open-world video game in “Free Guy.” ment tastes of Angelenos,” said Rachel Moore, president and CEO of The Music Center. “We started photo courtesy of the Music Center El Capitan Theatre screens the summer with our in-person Las Cafeteras will perform at the Music Center’s Jerry Moss Plaza on ‘Dance at Dusk’ series, bringing the Aug. 21. best in dance experiences to Los ‘Free Guy’ in Dolby Vision Angeles, and continue now with Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre will present “Free Guy” from Aug. 13 our first season of ‘Summer will treat the hometown crowd with Both performances will begin at to Aug. 26, shown in Dolby VisionTM Laser Projection and Dolby SoundWaves’ for a party-like new music and special guests 8 p.m. Atmos® Audio Technology. Guests can take a picture at a “Free Guy” atmosphere with incredible bands, before heading out on a nationwide Tickets are on sale now and are themed photo op and see costumes from the movie. DJs and special guests that make tour. $20 per person for individuals ages There will be an Opening Night Fan Event at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. hot summer nights cool.” The second event, “A Night with 12 and older. Up to four free child 12. Guests will be among the first to see “Free Guy”, and each ticket The first event will offer the Las Juke Bounce Werk” concludes tickets (age 12 and under) will be includes reserved seating, one 1.25-ounce box of popcorn, one bottled bev- Cafeteras reinvigorating the roots “Summer Soundwaves” with fea- available per order with the pur- erage and an Opening Night Fan Event souvenir credential with lanyard. music of Latinidad with a modern tured guest JLin and a host of DJs, chase of one adult ticket. For infor- Tickets are $25 for opening night. thrust. The Music Center perfor- including DJ Clent and DJ mation, call (213)972-0711 or visit Daily showtimes are noon, 3:30 p.m., 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Showtimes mance for the six-member band SWISHA. musiccenter.org. and dates are subject to change. Tickets are available at elcapitantickets.com and fandango.com/el-capitan-theatre-aacon/theater- all classes regardless of their vacci- page. All seats are reserved: $18 for adults and $15 for children (ages 3-11) nation status. Students must contin- and seniors (age 60 and over). County’s summer classes ongoing ue to maintain six feet of distance The El Capitan Theatre has taken enhanced health and safety measures The Los Angeles County Parks He’s funny, he knows his stuff and during class instruction. to its guests and staff members. All guests must follow posted instructions and Recreation Department invites he really cares about people,” Jones For information, visit while visiting the El Capitan Theatre. For information, visit elcapitanthe- residents to sign up for a virtual or said. “Teaching comes so natural parks.lacounty.gov/summerclasses. atre.com. in-person recreational activity, as for him. I appreciate everything he summer classes are still being held has done for us. Especially during for all ages. the pandemic, when so many peo- From Afro-Brazilian dancing to ple have been depressed by being building a solar-powered vehicle, stuck in the house. He has a gift, mastering Instagram to exploring and his class has been a lifesaver the multicultural experience of for so many people.” Ttkana’, participants will find virtu- L.A. Parks offers a diverse range al classes to enjoy, as well as in-per- of classes and activities, including son classes at local parks or recre- arts and culture, computers and ation centers. technology, exercise and fitness, Resident June Jones, 62, enrolled health and wellness, martial arts, in the Community Improv class in performing arts, music and dance, March, hoping the online course special interest and sports. would bring a welcome diversion The online registration system from the restrictions of the pandem- allows residents to manage the ic. Jones discovered a world of entire family’s schedule through a magic and joy, led by her instructor single household account. Stephen Gillikin. Instructors and their students will “Stephen is a great human being. be required to wear masks during The Ford offers new, innovative fare The Ford, the 1,200-seat Los Angeles amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills, announced a new culinary program designed by celebrated chef and community activist Jocelyn Ramirez of Todo Verde. Ramirez founded Todo Verde in 2015 with a mission to create delicious and healthy foods inspired by her Mexican and South American photo by Jannis Swerman (JS&CO) roots for her Eastside Mexican Jocelyn Ramirez has designed a community. She continues to learn new culinary program at The Ford. about the health benefits of nutri- ent-dense food and healthy ecosys- with tortilla chips; como la flor of tems and shares her knowledge of quinoa, cilantro micro greens, healthy living through workshops. tomato, cucumber and orange; “This is such a moment for chefs nachos with house-made plant- of color in Los Angeles, and I’m based nacho cheese over tortilla honored to be a part of The Ford’s chips with choice of plant-based season as the first plant-based food “chorizo” or jackfruit, cashew concessionaire to take over a major crema and pico de gallo; and music venue in the city of Los poblano mac y cheese with fire- Angeles,” she said. roasted poblano cashew queso and In addition to three types of tacos wheat semolina macaroni. – mushroom y mole, jackfruit car- Todo Verde also serves desserts nitas con pipian verde and chorizo- and beverages, as well as craft beer spiced-seared mushroom – Todo at Todo Verde at the Terrace or the Verde offers several dishes to share: Grab & Go Market. ceviche de palmitas with hearts of For information, visit palm in citrus and olive oil served theford.com. 20 August 5, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Museum reopens with life-like holographic exhibit Holocaust Museum Los Angeles integrates advanced filming tech- a successful fashion designer reopened on July 31 with the USC niques, specialized display tech- whose pieces are now part of the Shoah Foundation’s “Dimensions nologies and next-generation nat- Los Angeles County Museum of in Testimony,” a new permanent ural language processing to create Art’s permanent collection. She has installation enabling visitors to an interactive biography. been honored with a leadership have a virtual one-on-one conver- Firestone, a former museum award by the United States sation with a Holocaust survivor. board member, has been a dedicat- Holocaust Memorial Museum and The museum is dedicated to ed speaker at the museum. Born has appeared in multiple Holocaust teaching the lessons of the Renee Weinfeld in 1924 in documentaries. Holocaust to fight against hatred, Uzhorod, Czechoslovakia, she is a “Dimensions in Testimony” was bigotry and antisemitism. survivor of Auschwitz. Firestone developed in association with the “Dimensions in Testimony” allows and other prisoners were liberated Illinois Holocaust Museum and visitors to ask 97-year-old in 1945. After the war, she returned Education Center, with technology Holocaust survivor Renee to Prague where she married by USC Institute for Creative Firestone questions and receive Bernard Firestone and gave birth to Technologies. Firestone was real-time responses from holo- a daughter. filmed by more than 100 cameras photo courtesy of JFLA graphic, pre-recorded video The Firestones moved to the as she answered questions. “Nobuo Anzai: Still Lifes & Folktales” depicts scenes from the artist’s images. The pioneering project United States in 1948. She became Computer technology enables a life in South America and the United States. holographic image of Firestone to answer the questions based on key words and phrases. “Our museum was founded by survivors who wanted to share Japan Foundation showcases their stories publicly and educate the next generation,” CEO Beth Kean said. “With ‘Dimensions in works by artist Nobuo Anzai Testimony,’ countless future gener- The Japan Foundation, Los a sushi chef and opened his first ations of visitors and students can Angeles presents “Nobuo Anzai: shop in São Paulo. A natural and hear those stories from the sur- Still Lifes & Folktales” running adventurous journeyman at heart, vivors and learn directly from through Tuesday, Aug. 31 in the Anzai spent the next four decades those who were there, even when foundation’s gallery. migrating to Colombia and Spain, they are no longer with us.” Anzai’s paintings represent and eventually settled in Los Enhanced health and safety pro- heartfelt memories of countries Angeles. tocols have been implemented for he calls home – Brazil, Colombia, “The energy that wells up from in-person visits, and advance reser- Spain and Japan – where he has my heart is what my art is all vations are required. Face cover- been a migrant worker, farmer, about … the time of day, the place ings and physical distancing are chef and artist. Born in I’m standing at and the encounter also mandatory. Fukushima, Japan, the artist emi- with nature and people of the Holocaust Museum Los Angeles grated to Brazil at age 23 to serve land,” Anzai said. is located at 100 The Grove Drive. two years in agricultural farming Japan Foundation, Los Angeles photo courtesy of Holocaust Museum Los Angeles For information call (323)651- as part of a contract between the is located at 5700 Wilshire Blvd., Holocaust survivor Renee Firestone was filmed by more than 100 cam- 3704, or visit holocaustmuseum- Japanese and Brazilian govern- Ste. 100. Admission is free. For eras to create a hologram of her that answers audience questions. la.org ments. He later trained to become information, visit jflalc.org.

New leader appointed to county Arts Commission The Los Angeles County munities. Department of Arts and Culture has Prior to her roles with L.A. announced Leticia Rhi Buckley has County cultural organizations, joined its Arts Commission, the Buckley managed publicity, out- county’s advisory body for the arts. reach and engagement initiatives The commission has 15 members for Cirque du Soleil and Disney who are diverse arts community Theatrical Productions. She also leaders chosen by the board of created a marketing and public rela- supervisors to represent each of the tions firm specializing in Latino five districts in the county. Buckley outreach and engagement. was appointed by Los Angeles “Leticia Buckley’s career is County Board of Supervisors Chair steeped in community, equity, and Hilda L. Solis, 1st District. arts. I am thrilled that she will bring Buckley served as head of com- that expertise to the Arts munications and interim executive Commission, supporting it and the director at the former Los Angeles photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture as County Arts Commission, which Department of Arts and Culture they work to make arts and culture the board of supervisors transi- Leticia Rhi Buckley has been resources available to residents tioned into a county department in appointed as the newest member across Los Angeles County,” Solis 2019. She is currently the senior of the Los Angeles County Arts said. civic strategist at the Music Center Commission. “It is deeply meaningful to me to Performing Arts Center of L.A. join a commission whose members County, where she’s responsible for recognize the arts are a catalyst for the overall direction, management Equity and Inclusion Initiative, a social and civic change,” Buckley and strategic implementation of report launched in 2017 with rec- added. “I am grateful to chair Solis civic and community engagement, ommendations to strengthen for the opportunity to serve the res- as well as building arts and culture- diverse, equitable and inclusive idents of Los Angeles County, focused partnerships. access to arts and culture. During working alongside leaders and col- Born and raised in East Los the report’s development, she facil- leagues I deeply admire and sup- Angeles, Buckley is committed to itated dialogue and worked closely porting a Department of Arts and shepherding diversity and making with stakeholders to plot out action- Culture that I deeply respect.” the arts accessible to all. She helped able strategies to support the arts in For information, visit lacount- develop the county’s Cultural historically under-resourced com- yarts.org.

Skirball welcomes audiences back for concerts The Skirball Cultural Center has including son jarocho, ska, Afrobeat Jen Maxcy, director of programs for announced the return of live, in-per- and indie rock. The schedule the Skirball Cultural Center. “We are son concerts with the 24th season of includes Quetzal on Aug. 5; Run especially honored to present four of the free Sunset Concerts series. River North on Aug. 12; the L.A.’s most sought after and influen- This year’s lineup features veteran Delirians on Aug. 19; and Extra tial bands. This moment is the perfect and rising talents in the L.A. music Ancestral on Aug. 26. time to amplify the music of our own scene who exemplify the Skirball’s “We are extremely delighted to city and to celebrate part of what goals to pursue justice, build com- welcome back audiences through the makes Los Angeles so special.” munity, show kindness and honor power of live music to once again The concerts are free, but RSVP is memories. The performers are influ- gather as a community in the required. For information, visit skir- enced by a variety of musical styles Skirball’s outdoor courtyard,” said ball.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 21 August 5, 2021 CicLAvia may be coming to BH Mandates could be ‘challenging’ From page 1 From page 1

are not a new phenomenon; in fact, vaccination mandates at public the city has been “constantly” con- meetings due to the Brown Act. sulting a legal case from 1905 – “They have to Mayor Pro Tempore Lauren Jacobson v. Massachusetts – that check ID to get Meister asked if council chambers upheld states’ ability to enforce into bars. What’s would qualify as part of a public vaccination laws. building and noted that meetings “These aren’t new concepts,” she the difference?” are available online. added. “We’re just looking at these “They have to check ID to get concepts in different ways as gov- Lauren Meister into bars,” Meister said. “What’s ernments and companies try to West Hollywood the difference?” tackle this pandemic that is unlike Mayor Pro Tempore The general consensus of the anything we’ve ever seen.” council was for city staff to contin- The city attorney said West ue researching vaccination mandate Hollywood could also likely measures. require city staff to show vaccina- “We do need to be a leader on tion proof or the results of a recent this,” Councilwoman Sepi Shyne test. Many of the cities that are Creating mandates for private said. drafting such policies are larger businesses could be difficult, as Councilman John D’Amico than West Hollywood, so officials some businesses may not have the agreed. photo courtesy of CicLAvia would need to research what is best resources to manage and enforce “It’s clear that we’re all very seri- Beverly Hills officials are hopeful that CicLAvia is a net positive for for the city, Langer said. them, Langer said. She said she ous about this,” he said. While cities and states have hadn’t heard of any cities pursuing D’Amico said he had to show the city, which has never participated in the event. made announcements regarding a policy like that so far. proof of vaccination at a gym a few mandatory vaccination policies for However, on Tuesday, the West weeks ago, and it wasn’t a big Boulevard. If Beverly Hills par- said. “This is a really good employees, only two policies have Hollywood Chamber of Commerce ordeal. He requested that city staff ticipates, the route will extend opportunity for us to be a partner been drafted, and both state that the released a list of businesses that look through the city’s business down Santa Monica to Beverly with Los Angeles and West policies will not become effective would be requiring proof of vacci- license list and identify those that Drive, Holzer said. Hollywood.” until the FDA gives the vaccines nation or a negative test. They involve a lot of close contact Organizers are looking at However, he voiced a handful final approval, which could occur include the Abbey, Beaches WeHo, between staff and customers. potential 2022 dates, either April of minor concerns, such as what by the fall, she said. Bliss Blessing Wellness Spa, the “Some will naturally fall out of 24, May 1 or possibly some time municipality would be responsi- “There’s some time that it takes Chapel at the Abbey, the Comedy there, and some will naturally fall in August, she said. CicLAvia is ble for a shared intersection at the to put these policies in place,” Store, Conservatory, Formosa Café, in,” D’Amico said, “and there held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., so edge of Beverly Hills. Holzer Langer said, adding that the process Harlowe, Hi Tops, Matthew Miller might be some gray area.” street closures would be from 6 said the city would, as event is complicated, as any proposed Skincare, PUMP Restaurant, The day after the meeting, Los a.m. to 6 p.m. organizers weren’t originally ordinance would intersect with dis- Sparadise Massage & Wellness Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer “Their goal is to have the event planning to use the area. abilities laws, privacy laws and so Center, Tom Tom and Trunks. called on the Los Angeles County in the spring,” Holzer added. “Having said all that, I still on. “There’s a lot of variables, and “It’s a great thing that should be Board of Supervisors to require As proposed, Beverly Drive think this is an opportunity for us we’ll try to provide the best infor- applauded,” Langer said of busi- proof of vaccination for indoor would remain open to traffic, and to show, as a community, how mation on what’s possible.” nesses voluntarily enforcing vacci- activities, such as dining in restau- a vehicle crossing point would be getting on a bicycle and using City Manager David Wilson said nation requirements. “If the city rants, working out in gyms and added at Doheny Drive and other modes of transportation are the city sent a questionnaire to city were mandating it, I think it would attending performances and events. Santa Monica Boulevard, she encouraged,” Friedman said. “It employees and found that 92% of be a little bit more challenging.” The Los Angeles City Council also said. Smaller intersections along sounds like a really, really fun the 75% who responded could Lastly, Langer said the city began exploring proof of vaccine the route would be closed to event.” show proof of vaccination. would probably not be able enforce mandates on Wednesday. vehicles. Bosse and Mayor Bob The city would be responsible Wunderlich have participated in will learn how to create an for helping with programming at CicLAvia events in the past. County launches registration system account, add family members, various “hubs” along the route, While they are “wonderful,” sign up for activities and navigate Holzer said. She said it would Bosse said she wants to ensure The Los Angeles County parks.lacounty.gov/reserve. Scroll ActiveNet. present an opportunity to pro- that residential areas of the city Department of Parks and down to find videos on how to reg- In-person workshops will be held mote the city and showcase its are not overwhelmed by an Recreation has debuted its new ister for a class or activity, how to Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to music, art, culture and upcoming influx of parked vehicles. ActiveNet online registration sys- create an account and how to make 7 p.m., beginning Aug. 10 and con- projects. Councilman John Mirisch said tem, which allows families to a reservation. English and Spanish tinuing through Sept. 16. City staff estimated that the he supports the city’s participa- schedule all of their parks and language versions are available. For information, visit direct costs to Beverly Hills tion; however, he noted that the recreation activities online. Residents can attend an in-person apm.activecommunities.com/losan- would be between $200,000 and funding involved could be used “How To” videos are available at “how to” workshop. Participants gelescounty. $400,000. Hub programming to host a lot of bicycle programs could cost between $125,000 and in Beverly Hills. Mirisch said he $325,000, while staffing, traffic would like to see the city host control, emergency services and more bicycle-friendly events, route maintenance could carry a such as the bike lane demonstra- $75,000 price tag, Holzer said. tion on Roxbury Drive on July Bogie’s Liquor She added that the Metro grant 25. program prioritizes multi-juris- Councilman Julian Gold dictional routes and routes that recused himself from the conver- SUMMER FUN STARTS HERE! connect to rail stations. sation because he has property CicLAvia’s fee is approximately interests within 500 feet of the $300,000, Holzer said. route. “This is really wonderful,” For information, visit Whether you’re Councilman Lester Friedman ciclavia.org. headed to the Breast cancer screening bill authored beach, a BBQ U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein (D- U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D- or just lounging Calif.) and Marsha Blackburn (R- N.H.). 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Los through the Melrose neighbor- cerns can be addressed. Angeles City Councilman Paul hood after sunset. “We want people to be able to Koretz, 5th District, gave a “Being that it’s National voice their concerns about having commendation to Commander Night Out, we are doing our either permanent supportive hous- Shannon Paulson, who served part,” said Sgt. A.J. Kirby, head ing or affordable housing across the as commanding officer of the of the Community Relations street from the school. We have a Wilshire Division for two years Office for the Wilshire large group of people who want to before being promoted and Division. “It took a step back- be heard,” Kipp said. “We are a leaving the station on Aug. 1. ward in a sense. Because of the Catholic school so we believe in The police station’s new com- COVID numbers and every- helping the homeless, but we also manding officer, Capt. Sonia thing going on, we morphed it believe in safeguarding our chil- Monico, encouraged more com- into a vaccination event. But we dren. It is that delicate balance munity involvement. want to do things that benefit between helping those who are “I am really looking forward our community. Vaccinations homeless and protecting our chil- to working with the community are what we need now, so we dren.” and our senior lead officers and wanted to hold that type of photo by Edwin Folven Cochran Avenue resident Robert patrol officers,” Monico told the event.” Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman, 4th District, speaks to Quine also opposes housing for small crowd that gathered. Nichols said a second vacci- representatives of Cathedral Chapel School during the walk. homeless individuals at the parking “This is my second day, so it is nation clinic will be held on lot and claimed residents were not going to take me a little bit of Aug. 24, from 4 to 8 p.m. at adequately consulted. time to get out and meet folks Poinsettia Park, 7341 walk was the first in-person event Sanitation and service providers get “It’s very disturbing to think they and talk to folks. Right now, Willoughby Ave. People who the chamber has held with the involved? A lot of that is being are talking about putting in a home- with the resurgence of COVID, received a first dose of the vac- councilwoman, who was elected in determined now through a partner- less shelter across the street from a we are still doing stuff via cine on Aug. 3 can get a second November 2020. Raman previously ship with the CAO [chief adminis- school in a residential neighbor- Zoom. But be patient. I am real- dose, and those who need an met with chamber members in May trative officer], and so I am trying hood that also relies on that park- ly looking forward to the oppor- initial vaccine shot are encour- via Zoom, since stay-at-home to influence that process to try to ing,” Quine said. “Meanwhile, tunity of working with you.” aged to attend. orders were in place that precluded make sure it happens in the most there are plenty of places in the city, In a new twist on the National For information, visit mel- in-person meetings. robust and sustainable way possi- and this CD 4 area, to build and Night Out theme, approximate- roseaction.org. “Over the next few months, what ble.” refurbish buildings for homeless I want to be doing is meeting with Raman has proposed creating housing.” more people in person. I think we supportive housing or an affordable Others said they understand the have a district that has a lot of var- housing project on a city-owned need to find solutions to help home- ied needs, and during COVID … parking lot at 728 S. Cochran Ave., less individuals and thought the city services were really dimin- across the street from Cathedral walk and the opportunity to meet ished. I know a lot of residents are Chapel School, which has caused with Raman was informative and frustrated with the pace of improve- concern in the community. The beneficial. ments, with the pace of tree trim- school opposes the idea, as do some “I wanted to hear what ming and sidewalk repairs, and people in the surrounding neighbor- Councilwoman Raman had to say believe me, I am too. It’s just [that] hood. Raman met with Cathedral because she represents our neigh- we are coming back from a period Chapel School principal Tina Kipp borhood,” Miracle Mile resident when we were really, really dimin- and the school community during Robert Brower said. “She’s got an ished.” the walk to discuss the proposal. uphill battle, so I feel for her. I hope Raman also addressed homeless- Raman said the idea for housing she perseveres.” ness, including the Los Angeles on the lot is still in the early stages, Greater Miracle Mile Chamber City Council’s July 28 approval of and that nothing final has been of Commerce president Steve an ordinance to clear encampments decided. She added that there is Kramer added that he was pleased from sidewalks and public proper- plenty of time to still hear from the to finally have an in-person event ty. The new law bans camping on community and decide what may with Raman, and he hopes to con- public spaces but requires outreach be the best use of the parking lot. tinue hosting events that give the photo by Edwin Folven and other steps be taken to find peo- “We are trying to set up a tour of public and business community LAPD Wilshire Division’s new commanding officer, Capt. Sonia ple housing before encampments a facility that ideally is close to a access to the councilwoman. He Monico, speaks duing the vaccination clinic on Tuesday. are removed. The City Council will school so that people can get a added, however, that the resurgence also consider the removal of each sense of how it works,” Raman told of the pandemic due to the Delta encampment on a case-by-case Kipp. “Because of COVID, some variant has caused uncertainty. basis before action is taken, adding of the tours have been on hiatus, but “It’s great to have the council Newsom speaks on electricity goals a second layer of approval before we will reach back out and sched- member visit the street, take a walk tents are cleared. Raman, along ule that, and also schedule another with us and meet the various folks Gov. Gavin Newsom on July 30 It also includes “grid hardening” with Councilman Mike Bonin, 11th conversation, so we can talk more who constitute the Miracle Mile,” outlined the state’s goals to achieve and resiliency to make transmis- District, voted against the new ordi- about it. We are looking at other Kramer said. “It gives citizens a lit- a 100% clean electricity system sion and distribution lines more nance. options too, such as purchasing an tle more of an ability to contact and that supports long-term clean ener- fire resistant, increasing under- “We still have a lot to learn about existing buildings and converting reach out to elected officials so they gy reliability and signed an emer- grounding of lines, better detection how the city is going to be enforc- existing hotels. So we are not just have a chance to meet them. I think gency proclamation to free up of faults and the strategic place- ing the ordinance,” Raman said. pursuing this one option.” the office is a lot tighter; they were energy supply to meet demand dur- ment of remote grids in vulnerable “What does the process look like, Kipp said the parking lot is not a new and they are settling in nicely, ing extreme heat events and wild- communities; and reducing carbon how are places selected, what hap- suitable location for homeless sup- but times are what they are. What fires. emissions through electrification pens when a resolution is passed for portive housing because of its prox- we can do right now is up in the “California leads the nation with of our transportation systems, a particular area, how do L.A. imity to the school, and added that air.” its ambitious clean energy goals, homes and businesses. and with the climate crisis threat- The state budget allocates $812 ening communities across the million over two years to acceler- Los Angeles. While the city, in West, we must take decisive action ate California’s progress on meet- Motion proposes ‘Housing Now Fund’ collaboration with the county, has to scale up and speed up our transi- ing its clean energy goals and bet- continued to expand the homeless- tion to a 100% clean electricity ter position California as a leader Los Angeles City Councilman collaboratively to help unsheltered ness safety net to create approxi- system that meets the needs of the in advancing clean technologies Mark Ridley-Thomas, 10th individuals transition indoors to mately 15,000 shelter beds and 22nd Century and beyond,” and as a key partner to the federal District, has proposed the creation more appropriate and dignified 24,600 permanent housing slots, Newsom said. “While we build administration in tackling climate of the “Housing Now Fund”, an housing options with services the supply remains insufficient to toward a safe, affordable and reli- change and stimulating the econo- initiative through which the city attached. address the crisis – as 28,000 able energy future that benefits all my. and county of Los Angeles will The motion would complement Angelenos remain unhoused, our communities, we’re also taking partner to provide rental subsidies the City Administrative Office of Ridley-Thomas said. action to meet the challenges Answers From Page 23 and supportive services for a min- Los Angeles’ Citywide Street The motion directs the city’s caused by climate change that are imum of 10,000 people experienc- Engagement Strategy by provid- chief administrative officer and already at our doorstep.” ing homelessness. ing the much-needed housing the chief legislative analyst to The California Comeback Plan’s Recently, the City Council resources to ensure successful work in partnership with the coun- roadmap to clean energy aims to received the first installment of a street engagement across the city. ty of Los Angeles’ chief executive increase the diversity of the state’s robust Citywide Street “Successful street engagement officer and the director of the clean energy, including solar, bat- Engagement Strategy, which will depends on having a supply of department of health services to tery storage, onshore and offshore ensure a standardized assessment affordable and supportive housing identify funding to create a mini- wind, geothermal, pumped storage of encampments and an adequate that is readily available to place mum of 10,0000 flexible rental and more; modernize the state’s period of dedicated street engage- unhoused clients without delay,” housing subsidies that would be grid and incorporating distributed ment at all sites where unsheltered Ridley-Thomas said. targeted to clients living in Los energy resources; and increase people reside. 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