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Volume 31 No. 15 Serving West Hollywood, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills and Wilshire Communities April 15, 2021 One Beverly Hills sees success Residents breathe sigh of relief after in Planning Commission n Project may head to City Council next week tents cleared in Beverly Grove n Housing is found for BY CAMERON KISZLA restaurant space, and botanical gardens on both sides of Merv Griffin people at encampment, In the first of what could be three Way, received some preliminary abandoned building will meetings on the project, the approvals, including for the envi- be razed Beverly Hills Planning ronmental impact report, in a pair of Commission began positive 4-0 votes. Commissioner Thomas momentum for the One Beverly Hudnut recused himself from dis- BY EDWIN FOLVEN Hills project on April 8. cussions because he has “an equity One Beverly Hills, a 17.5-acre investment in property adjacent to Tents were cleared earlier this mixed-use project that will include the project.” week from the corner on San hotels – including the existing The April 8 meeting did not Vicente Boulevard and Orange Waldorf Astoria and the Beverly Street after the city found tempo- Hilton – residences, retail and See Hotel page 21 rary housing for people at an encampment located there for months. The encampment, which some said was a center of criminal activity, became a heightened concern after the murder of a 31-year- old Maryland Drive resident on photo courtesy of Molly Basler March 29. The victim was stabbed Residents of Beverly Grove gathered on April 10 near San Vicente and to death during an alleged bur- Wilshire boulevards to discuss ways to make the community safer. glary committed by a man who police said was a transient and had suspect to the encampment for- was encouraging, residents said. been staying in a vehicle in the merly at San Vicente Boulevard “I feel like the neighborhood neighborhood. The suspect died and Orange Street. Regardless, the can finally take a breath now,” rendering © DBOX for Alagem Capital Group by suicide shortly after the homi- encampment and the murder had said a resident near the site who The One Beverly Hills project may bring multiple towers to the western cide. been a concern in the neighbor- portion of Beverly Hills. Police have not connected the hood, and the removal of tents See Homeless page 21 Cinerama Dome, The Grove theaters in doubt Raman calls for patience in n ArcLight owner closes theaters due to pandemic solving complex problems n Issues will take time, BY JUSTIN SAYERS but councilwoman said

Pacific Theatres and ArcLight she remains committed Cinemas’ announcement this week BY EDWIN FOLVEN that they would not reopen following the coronavirus pandemic sent Los Angeles City shockwaves through the movie Councilwoman Nithya Raman industry, leaving the immediate outlined plans for addressing future of two popular theaters in issues in the 4th District and doubt. responded to criticism that things The owners of the company aren’t moving forward quickly shared the “difficult and sad news” enough in her first interview with in a statement on their website on the Beverly Press and Park Monday, April 12, saying they photo by Justin Sayers Labrea News since being elected won’t be reopening any of their Film lovers have launched a petition to save the historic Cinerama Dome in November. locations, which includes the his- on Sunset Boulevard. Raman, who was elected after toric Cinerama Dome and the unseating incumbent David Ryu, Pacific Theatres at The Grove. photo courtesy of the 4th District office championed help for the city’s Councilwoman Nithya Raman “This was not the outcome any- your dedication to our customers. theaters. The announcement came unhoused population during her one wanted, but despite a huge To our guests and members of the just weeks after the Los Angeles grassroots campaign. She said effort that exhausted all potential film industry who have made going County Department of Public her first few months in office ic neighborhoods, and she is try- options, the company does not have to the movies such a magical expe- Health allowed theaters to open and were spent assessing the magni- ing to meet with as many commu- a viable way forward,” the state- rience over the years: our deepest expand capacity to 50%. nity groups as possible. She asked tude of homelessness in the dis- ment read. “To all the Pacific and thanks. It has been an honor and a The decision prompted public trict and connecting with differ- for patience from those she hasn’t ArcLight employees who have pleasure to serve you.” outcry from well-known actors, ent city agencies and depart- met with yet, and said she is com- devoted their professional lives to Representatives from Pacific directors and producers, who took ments. mitted to building more relation- making our theaters the very best Theatres did not respond to a to social media to react to the news. Raman also said she has been ships as quickly as possible. places in the world to see movies: request regarding plans for the See page hiring staff and getting up to we are grateful for your service and future of the dome and The Grove Theaters 22 speed with issues affecting specif- See Raman page 22 2 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CALENDAR

Beverly Hills seeks input on Welcome well-being, harmony and Foster care Art class calm into your life. estherleon.com. The Los Angeles County Museum of

and adoption Art is holding a virtual one-day art projects near subway stations Children’s Bureau is offering a virtu- workshop for al program on becoming a foster par- adults on Joyce Carol Oates The city of Beverly Hills has ent and adopt- Saturday, April WordTheatre invites audiences to released its Connect Beverly Hills: ing on 17, at 10 a.m. meet Joyce Carol Oates and to hear Meet Me on Wilshire and La Thursday, April Create wearable one of her Pushcart Prize-winning Cienega Draft Streetscape Plan and 15, from 4 to 5 art inspired by stories performed live by James Design Standards. p.m., via Zoom. LACMA’s col- Cromwell and Tess Harper on It is the first in a series of pro- The program lection of jewel- Sunday, April 18, at noon. The virtual grams to prepare for the opening of will be hosted ry. Manipulate program will be followed by Q&A two Metro Purple Line Stations in session with the author and actors. by a Children’s and combine found materials such as Beverly Hills. The Wilshire/La Bureau team felt, recyclable paper and plastic, Tickets are $25. wordtheatre.com. Cienega station, anticipated to open member and a current foster parent. bottle caps, small plastic toys and in 2023, and the Wilshire/Rodeo RSVP requested by emailing rfre- other items to create unique pins to station, expected to open in 2025, [email protected]. wear or give to someone special. Fowler Museum are expected to significantly boost Artist Valentina M. Quezada will The Fowler Museum at UCLA is transit ridership and pedestrian lead the workshop. General admis- hosting “Lunch & Learn: Love activity along the two corridors. Art exhibit sion is $20. RSVP required. Divinities in Vodou Art” on The draft plan and standards out- Edward Cella Gallery is holding an my.lacma.org/events/21366. Monday, April 19, from noon to line upgraded pedestrian amenities exhibition of new paintings by 12:30 p.m. Join Katherine Smith, to create cohesive, attractive and German artist Matthias Reinmuth curatorial and research associate of Haitian art, as she explores an altar welcoming corridors that future titled “rise” from Thursday, April 15, Building through Friday, June 4. The exhibi- assemblage by sculptor Samuel subway riders will immediately François. Based in Port-au-Prince, recognize as being part of Beverly tion marks Reinmuth’s debut at the Bridges art Hijinx! Building Bridges Art François apprenticed under the Hills when they emerge from the gallery. The Exchange is holding an exhibition of renowned artist Pierrot Barra, two underground stations. The pro- artist considers his works to be mechanical sculptural works span- famous for his vodou-inspired ject also includes proposed concep- emotional land- ning 10 years by Argentinian artist sculptures. François’ work is char- tual programming for a potential photo by Edwin Folven scapes reflecting Cristian Castro from Saturday, April acterized by a bright, pop aesthetic. mobility hub at Wilshire Boulevard The city of Beverly Hills is consid- the constant 17, through Saturday, June 5. Curated Learn about the religious and histor- and Gale Drive to improve access ering options for enhancements flow of sounds, by Carlos Ortega, “Cristian Castro’s ical aspects of his art. RSVP to the future Wilshire/La Cienega around new subway stations. images and RobotiX: Intersections of Art & required. eventbrite.com/e/lunch- station. Project recommendations information that Technology” features repurposed dis- learn-love-divinities-in-vodou-art- will be incorporated into future converge in life. Appointments carded vintage appliances and tickets-148802838295. public and private projects on The Project Advisory Committee required to view the exhibition. 8687 mechanical tools transformed into Wilshire and La Cienega boule- will review and discuss the draft Melrose Ave., Ste. B310. edwardcel- robotic works of art. An opening vards, including Metro street streetscape plan and design stan- la.viewingrooms.com/contact. reception will be held on April 17, Sunlight and restoration, the city’s capital dards at the May 6 Traffic and from noon to 7 p.m. Attendance at the improvements program and private Parking Commission meeting. The opening and exhibit are available only sustainability development projects. meeting will provide an opportuni- Ocean pollution by appointment. 2525 Michigan Ave. Enjoy an Earth month discussion on The draft plan and standards are ty for the Project Advisory Craft in American presents “Invasion St. F2, Santa Monica. (323)893-3924, the power of sunlight on Wednesday, available for review and comment Committee to receive community of the Biosphere by Synthetic buildingbridgesartexchange.org. April 21, from 5 to 6 p.m., via by visiting connect.beverlyhills.org. input and advise staff on potential Polymers With Captain Charles Zoom. Sunlight is an inexhaustible Stakeholders can use an interactive revisions to be included in the final Moore” on Friday, April 16, 11 a.m., resource and its energy is key to reducing carbon emissions, decreas- feature to add comments directly draft streetscape plan and design via Zoom. The Craft in American Estherleon’s ing waste and lessening CO2 emis- into the document, or submit com- standards, which the committee is Center presentation features Moore, an ocean activist and founder of the sions. 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Standing ovation for Hollywood Bowl’s reopening n Venue’s concert the community.” Now that the we want to thank them, and this is reopening has been announced, the best way we know how,” lineup to be released their “phones have been blowing Connelly said. next month up,” she said. When the full lineup for the “Patrons have been very excited, Hollywood Bowl is announced BY CAMERON KISZLA wanting to know how they can get next month, Connelly said tickets, when the shows are going Angelenos should expect 35 to 50 After a 2020 mostly devoid of to start. We’re going to announce shows over a 14-week period that concerts and in-person perfor- on May 11 on our website and May “won’t look like a normal season,” mances, Angelenos are itching to 25 for the Ford with all those when different days are devoted to return to the area’s famed venues, details,” she said. specific genres. and a couple of the city’s biggest While the full summer lineup for “We’re going to mix it up a little and most revered stages will soon the general public has yet to be bit and get opportunistic about be hosting thrilling shows once released, the LA Phil has where we book people and put a again. announced that beginning in May, season together,” she said. On April 9, the Los Angeles there will be four free shows for Connelly said just as the public Philharmonic Association frontline, essential and health care has been excited, so too are artists, announced the Hollywood Bowl workers, featuring the LA Phil who have had their “agents and and the Ford will host concerts this with Gustavo Dudamel, managers calling us as well.” summer. Thundercat and Flying Lotus, and “This pandemic has been really Laura Connelly, vice president La Santa Cecilia. hard on artists,” she said. “Many of and general manager of the “We wanted to have our very first them have been out of work for a Hollywood Bowl, said last year’s concerts being a giving-back year or more. Unless they’ve been canceled season was “heartbreak- moment. The frontline and essential able to monetize streaming, it’s ing,” though they received an “out- workers and health care staff have been incredibly hard for them. They pouring of love for the venue from been incredible this whole year, and want to work. They’re eager to get back to work and we’re eager to get them back to work.” photo by Adam Latham/courtesy of LA Phil While everyone is enthusiastic The first four shows at the Hollywood Bowl this summer will be for health about returning to in-person shows, care, essential and frontline workers. BH Community Services safety will still be a priority. The venues will be enforcing social dis- the Hollywood Bowl’s reopening L.A.” tancing, requiring masks, sanitizing “is huge for the community.” Connelly said she’s expecting the reopening select activities restrooms regularly and following “The Bowl attracts hundreds of first few concerts at the Bowl to be all other Los Angeles County thousands of people annually “an incredible moment.” With Los Angeles County now in-person camps sold out, but guidelines. Once they’re estab- which drive sales in the communi- “There’s pent-up demand for in the orange tier in California’s there are some in-person camp lished, specifics will be posted on ty, fill hotel rooms and create spin- everybody to get back to some Blueprint for a Safer Economy, spots left, as well as a number of the website and on signs at the off activity and enjoyment at the sense of normalcy and connect with the Los Angeles County Health virtual summer camp spots avail- venue. If the state deviates from its district’s restaurants, shops and people, and coming to the Officer Order that went into able. A complete catalog of sum- plan to reopen on June 15, the LA other attractions,” he said. “As Hollywood Bowl and experiencing effect April 5 allows for select mer camps can be found at bever- Phil will adapt, Connelly said. important, the reopening provides live music is one very Southern permitted activities, recreational lyhills.org/summercamp- “As things evolve, we will a psychological cue to the com- California summer tradition,” she sports and services to resume fol- brochure. evolve as well,” she said. munity that it’s safer now to come said. “We can’t wait to get back to lowing state guidelines. Sidewalk and curbside services Kris Larson, president and CEO out of our pandemic shells and what we love and do what we do The Community Services for pickup and/or drop off of of the Hollywood Partnership, said enjoy that which is great about best.” Department is working with the library materials will expand city’s Advanced Planning and hours to 8 p.m. beginning April COVID Pandemic Response 19. Current hours of operation Team to bring back a number of are Sundays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 programs and services in full p.m.; Mondays to Thursdays, compliance with the required 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 safety modifications. p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; and Fridays Basketball courts opened April and Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 8 at Roxbury Park to limited p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. occupancy. Youth sports, includ- The library facility will be ing AYSO and Little League, open three days a week (at vari- resumed competitive play on ous hours) to select in-person April 12 using the sports fields at services, by appointment only at Roxbury Park and La Cienega bhpl.org beginning April 26. Park. Adult spring baseball Services will include browsing league will resume competitive first-floor collections and check- play beginning April 24. out, picking up holds inside the Picnic tables opened in March building and brief reference on a first-come, first-served interactions to assist finding basis. Beginning today, April 15, materials. picnic table rentals resumed at La The grounds of Greystone Cienega Park, Roxbury Park and Mansion and Gardens will be Coldwater Canyon Park. open to visitors on select dates Reservations can be made by starting April 22. Starting May 5, calling the main number at each reservations will be available on site. Wednesdays, Thursdays and The sand volleyball court at Fridays. Advance reservations Roxbury Park is open for drop-in are required and capacity is limit- play during park hours from 6 ed. Reservations can be made a.m. to 10 p.m. online at beverlyhills.org/bhrec. Tennis and pickleball play is Reservations are available up to open to online reservations for La one week in advance. Cienega Tennis Center and Small, non-commercial pho- Roxbury Park Tennis Courts. tography permits (such as Reservations can be made at bev- engagement photos) limited to erlyhills.org/bhrec. one household and photographer Beverly Hills Tennis Center is with a maximum of six people, now offering tennis and pickle- will be allowed starting April 22 ball lessons/clinics and summer on select dates. This includes per- tennis camps. For information, mits for Will Rogers Park as well. visit beverlyhillstennis.com. For Permit applications are open by questions, call (310)285-6825 or emailing bhevents@beverly- email proshop@beverlyhillsten- hills.org or calling (310)285- nis.com. 6830. In-person and virtual spring At this time, no events are classes and spring/summer scheduled and no event rentals at camps are being offered. Summer Greystone Mansion and Gardens camp offerings include youth of any size are being offered. The sports and day camp, as well as city hopes to announce a reopen- specialty camps in theater, math, ing date for events and event science, fitness, enrichment and rentals in the near future. more. Early registration took For information, visit beverly- place on March 21, when many hills.org/novelcoronvirus. 4 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Teen charged for allegedly causing fatal collision n City installs new turn signal and considers more safety measures By edwin folven

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced that charges were filed on April 12 against a Beverly Hills teen accused of causing a collision on Feb. 17 in West Los Angeles that claimed the photo by Edwin Folven life of a 32-year-old woman. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s West Hollywood The district attorney’s office did not name the defendant because he Station reported a 33% decrease in serious crime from July to is a juvenile and did not announce December 2020, compared to the previous year. what charges he faces because it is not allowed by law, spokesman Ricardo Santiago said in a statement. Pandemic brings shifts in “We have concluded our review photo courtesy of the 5th District council office of this case and filed charges based A memorial remains near Olympic Boulevard and Overland Avenue for on the evidence and the law,” the Monique Munoz, who was killed in a collision in February. statement read. “Arraignment is crime trends to WeHo scheduled for April 23, 2021, in reported. n Juvenile Court in Inglewood. and booked him for vehicular vented it, but Koretz said he helped Most violent crimes “It is important to note that 11 Because this case involves juvenile manslaughter. Because the defen- expedite the installation and hopes of 17 total incidents are related to decreased, while proceedings, we are legally barred dant is a juvenile, he was allowed to it will help improve safety in the a 2018 case involving a porn from disclosing any further infor- remain in the custody of his par- future. some property crimes actor and filmmaker, in which mation at this time.” ents. “The death of Monique was a ter- additional rape victims have increased The teen driver who allegedly On April 12, Los Angeles City rible tragedy, and it’s unfortunate since come forward,” he said. caused the collision near Olympic Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th because we have been working on The other burglaries category By Justin sayers Boulevard and Overland Avenue District, joined officials from the steps to address things like this consists mostly of commercial has been identified in media reports Los Angeles Department of speeding epidemic,” Koretz said. The last half of 2020 brought burglaries, which Ramirez as Brendan Khuri. Police allege he Transportation and community “It has placed more of a focus on large shifts in crime in West pinned on the pandemic, which was driving a Lamborghini SUV at members at Olympic Boulevard the issue.” Hollywood, including drops in has left storefronts closed and a high rate of speed when the vehi- and Overland Avenue to unveil a Koretz said the city of Los serious crimes like murder and unoccupied, and increased their cle collided with a Lexus sedan dri- new signal with a dedicated left Angeles is currently working with vehicle burglaries, but increases exposure time to break-ins. ven by Monique Munoz, 32, who turn arrow. The new signal had state legislators to get a law passed in business burglaries as shops He said they took steps to com- died at the scene. The teen driver been planned for the intersection that will allow for the use of cam- were left shuttered due to county- bat that increase, including was hospitalized on the night of the prior to the fatal collision and there imposed closures spurned by the increasing engagement with collision, and police later arrested is no evidence it would have pre- See Charges page 8 pandemic. businesses to provide strategies Those statistics were released to protect the business, posting during the April 5 West burglary tips on social media, Hollywood Council meeting as conducting high visibility patrol part of an update on the city’s during peak crime hours and public safety efforts, which also ensuring patrol deputies were included discussion about efforts aware of trends and possible sus- to prioritize justice and equity in pects. policing moving forward. “Often without employees “Each year has its defining checking on the store, it left the moments but how could anyone business vulnerable,” he said. have predicted this past year,” Other recent public safety said Capt. Ed Ramirez, of the Los updates include the implementa- Angeles County Sheriff’s tion of body cameras, as all Department’s West Hollywood deputies have completed training Station. “From the continuing and began wearing the cameras global pandemic to West in October. Ramirez also noted Hollywood being engulfed in they have issued 156 citations protests to waves of political regarding face mask compliance change to calls for reform and as of March 1. The department is defunding police, West getting ready to launch an equity Hollywood station personnel study regarding the sheriff's stood resolute. The community, department use of force and local leaders and the West arrest data, he said. Hollywood Sheriff Station were “The primary area of the study able to withstand together as one will include use of force, vehicle united front.” stops and pedestrian stops,” Sheriff’s department data Ramirez said. “We expect the released for the meeting showed study to begin later this year. The that Part 1 crime, which includes study will provide a snapshot of murder, manslaughter, sex how we are doing and pinpoint offenses, robbery, aggravated things we can do better.” assault, burglary, motor vehicle Council members asked public theft and arson, from July to safety personnel about efforts to December 2020 decreased 33% curb issues related to homeless- compared to the previous year. ness, saying they receive a num- Vehicle burglaries saw the ber of emails and calls from con- biggest decrease, dropping by cerned residents, claiming they 74%. It has continued to drop in have seen an uptick in the num- the new year, Ramirez said. ber of homeless people, and “Prior to the pandemic, Part 1 crimes they’re committing. crimes had dropped almost a “It also seems like we’re get- third,” he said. “In fact, during ting violent crimes having to do March and April 2020, West with homeless,” Lauren Meister Hollywood experienced the low- said. “While I understand we’re est number of Part 1 crimes in the going through a terrible time in history of the city. Rest assured, terms of rents and people being West Hollywood is a safe city.” able to pay their rent, I think Meanwhile, reported rapes these crimes are among homeless increased by 31%. Ramirez said who are transients, are substance that the majority of the alleged abusers, have mental issues. I rapes occurred prior to last year, don’t think these are the people but their crime data reporting who just got evicted from their counts them as when they are See Crime page 8 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 5 April 15, 2021

Friedman paints rosy picture of first term as mayor n Councilman touts ease and from the unrest that was Beverly Hills City Council to around us, and you made people pandemic response, feel secure, and that’s the best that ordinances among they can feel.” discuss Complete Streets accomplishments “This past year under your term, The Beverly Hills City Council Most recently, the city hosted a our community and our world faced will meet to discuss next steps in facilitated community meeting on challenges that no one could ever finalizing the Draft Complete Dec. 6, 2020, which was led by BY CAMERON KISZLA predict, and there was no road map Streets Plan on Tuesday, April 20, Sukhsimranjit Singh of the Straus for how to approach it … Honestly, during the City Council Study Institute for Dispute Resolution at Beverly Hills City Councilman Les, we have you to thank for get- Session meeting beginning at Pepperdine University Caruso Lester Friedman finished his first ting us to this place,” 2:30 p.m. School of Law. This virtual meet- term as mayor on April 6 after fac- Councilwoman Lili Bosse added. The Draft Complete Streets ing was recommended by the City ing a year of unprecedented chal- “Our community was so lucky that Plan is a mobility policy plan that Council/Traffic and Parking lenges. you were our mayor this year.” includes a comprehensive analysis Commission Liaison Committee The COVID-19 pandemic caused Now, Friedman is back to serving of pedestrian, bicycle, street net- to build consensus on issues a public health crisis and wide- as a council member, and he had works and emerging transporta- raised during the planning process spread economic issues, and the city advice for his successor, Mayor tion modes and technologies. before taking the plan forward to then became the site of numerous Bob Wunderlich, though he Once final, it will provide council- City Council. protests, first after the death of declined to divulge the details of photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills approved conceptual goals to help Meeting details will be provid- George Floyd and then by support- their exchange. Councilman Lester Friedman prepare for emerging technolo- ed at beverlyhills.org/citycoun- ers and opponents of the candidates “I did tell him there was a signif- gies, prioritize first/last mile cilmeetings on Friday, April 17. in the 2020 presidential election. icant commitment in time that is improvements to the Metro Purple To view the meeting, visit bever- Friedman said despite the unique greater than that of being a council- “He tells all of us, if you ever get Line stations and increase grant lyhills.org/live or turn your tele- challenges of 2020, he still found man. I told him to be prepared for it, too high, there’s usually a corre- funding eligibility. vision to BHTV (Spectrum success in his expected goals of but to leave time for his family sponding low,” Friedman said. The city released the current Channel 10). forging unity in the community, also,” Friedman said. “Keep an even temperament all the version of the Draft Complete To view the draft plan, visit “working toward our goal of getting As for how his first term as way through, and you’ll be able to Streets Plan for public review in beverlyhills.org/completestreets. everybody together and working mayor is remembered, Friedman, as deal with things in an even manner. November 2019. The Traffic and For questions, contact the Public together.” he is known to do, referenced one of If anything, I would ask people to Parking Commission discussed Works Department at (310)285- “We never really quite got to that, his mentors, legendary UCLA bas- look back and see that I dealt with the draft plan at a special meet- 2467 or email because as we started, we were hit ketball coach John Wooden. things in that manner.” ing/town hall on Dec. 3, 2019. [email protected]. with the COVID pandemic and then we had the political issues in our city, but all in all, I would say it was successful because I think we did as a community come together in the end, not exactly in the way I would’ve seen it from the beginning, but we did all come together,” Friedman said. Friedman also touted the city’s progress on some long-simmering issues, such as the mixed-use ordinance; Measure RP, which protects the city’s ability to retain sales-tax revenue if another entity – such as Los Angeles County – were to increase its sales tax; and the medical-use ordinance, which will make it easier for commercial space to be used by doctors, surgeons and other medical professionals. “We know we’re going to have some available office space and we’d like to get it used. If we expand medical use to some limited degree, that will alleviate some of that vacancy issue,” Friedman said. Friedman declined to select one success has his favorite – “I treat my children all the same way,” he said – and he listed the city’s coronavirus-related measures among his accomplishments, such as the Open BH program, which allowed businesses to operate outdoors. Friedman was also quick to give credit to his colleagues.

“I think being mayor and leading the city was an experience I enjoyed in the end.”

-Lester Friedman Beverly Hills City Councilman

“I think being mayor and leading the city was an experience I enjoyed in the end,” he said. “I thought I did a good job, but I couldn’t have done it without the council members to assist me.” During the installation ceremony on April 6, Friedman’s colleagues agreed with Friedman’s assessment and returned the compliments. “Working with our staff and con- sulting with the rest of the council, you charted a course through chaos that was thoughtful, deliberate and tempered,” Councilman Julian Gold said to Friedman. “You helped keep this community safe from dis- 6 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Comedians stand up for local businesses n Outdoor comedy dy for the many performers who Instead, he’s taken his Comedy were mostly put out of work by the and Cocktails show, which has been shows offer a lifeline pandemic. Bill Devlin, who’s been held at the Hollywood Improv and BY CAMERON KISZLA doing comedy for about 20 years, at the Ice House Comedy Club in said when the pandemic shut- Pasadena, to MacNamara Irish When Tom Bergin’s was forced downs began in March 2020, Import Shop in Hollywood. For a to close by the coronavirus pan- “everything came to a screeching socially distanced crowd of about demic, it was the beginning of a halt.” 65 people, Devlin and guests like stressful cycle of reopening for to- “At that time, we thought it was Kevin Nealon and Jamie Kennedy go service, followed by limited going to be a short time, a couple of are able to replicate the ambiance of dine-in offerings and then more clo- weeks. Nobody was really that wor- a comedy club in a safe way. The sures, said David Castagnetti, who ried, but then everything kept get- next show is May 15. operates Bergin’s with his brother, ting extended,” he said. Devlin said his friend and the Francis Castagnetti. store’s owner, Tom MacNamara, “We were just trying to get these both benefit from the shows. people their jobs back and offer the “The pandemic really hit his shop neighborhood something,” David “I think people hard, and I thought well this way, I photo courtesy of William Kidston Photography Castagnetti said. are due for can help support him, we can have MacNamara Irish Import Shop in Hollywood can accommodate more But necessity is the mother of some fun and I have a lot of jokes than 60 patrons for stand-up shows. invention, and even while indoor a good laugh.” about being Irish myself, so it all service was prohibited, Bergin’s came together,” Devlin said. found a creative way to draw cus- -David Castagnetti, Kennedy, known for movies like ciative and understanding. They to me,” he said. tomers: outdoor comedy nights. operator of Tom Bergin’s “Malibu’s Most Wanted” and tele- acknowledge and recognize the While the outdoor comedy shows Comedy Cottage, which takes vision shows like “Ghost overall situation, so they’re a little have been a stopgap measure, and place on Thursdays at Bergin’s, Whisperer,” said he enjoyed the more giving with their laughter,” performances are likely to return began with regular customer and experience of performing in Keane said. indoors once the pandemic ends, comedian Matty Fontana, Devlin’s show. In a time when some in show- the comedy nights may continue at Castagnetti said. Now, the weekly Devlin tried a few different meth- “We’re standing in front of an business have returned to working Bergin’s and other venues that event brings in acts like Maz ods, such as livestreamed shows, Irish import shop next to a Western conventional jobs – Keane went found a way to connect with their Jobrani of NPR’s “Wait Wait … but others, such as drive-in shows, Union, and the crowd was incredi- from working on a TV show and on customer base. Don’t Tell Me!” and Melissa haven’t proven successful with ble. The feedback and the audiences cruise ships to working for his high “Anything we’re doing outside Villaseñor of “Saturday Night many comedians, Devlin said. are generous. They want it and the school in Orange County in alumni we’d love to transfer inside, and we Live.” “People are honking at the come- comedians want to perform for relations – the comics feel gratitude love to keep the outdoor going as “I think people are due for a good dians instead of laughing. That’s them, so there’s a real mutual admi- for being able to perform locally. long as we can,” Castagnetti said. laugh,” Castagnetti said. what the comedians get is a bunch ration going on. There’s a renewed, For much of the past year, the in- “The residents seem to be support- Other venues, some of them of honking. If I want honking, I’ll ‘Wow, I’m really lucky to do this’ person shows have been limited to ing it. We’ve been very respectful unconventional, are also offering do shows in front of a flock of going on,” Kennedy said. other states with looser public of the residents, as we always will outdoors, socially distanced come- geese,” he said. Patrick Keane, another comedian health restrictions. be. I hope the city continues to let who has performed at Devlin’s Now, Kennedy said, he realizes us do indoor and outdoor. If the shows, said performing outdoors how “lucky I am to be able to per- people want it, it’s a good thing for isn’t quite the same, as there’s “a form.” the neighborhood, it’s a good thing different vibe” without the “intima- “I will definitely take it less for for the city and it’s a good thing for Notable quotes cy” of a club. granted, that’s for sure, and the the businesses to get back on their “The man who dies … rich dies disgraced.” “But the good side is that audi- audiences, I never want to take feet and offer something for every- ences are, I’m finding, more appre- them for granted. They proved that body.” “Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to administer in his lifetime for the good of the community.”

Andrew Carnegie 1835-1919

“Wealth,” from the North American Review

(source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”)

Beverly Hills resident honored by BHPD, BHFD

photo courtesy of David Harrison Levi Beverly Hills resident Renée Firestone was honored on April 14 with a caravan of Beverly Hills Police Department and Beverly Hills Fire Department vehicles for her 97th birthday the previous day. Firestone, who survived the Holocaust, has talked about her life in Auschwitz, where her sister died, for the USC Shoah Foundation and in documentary films. In addition, Firestone’s work as a clothing designer has been honored, with some of her clothing featured at LACMA. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 7 April 15, 2021 Proposed hospital expansion irks neighbors BY JUSTIN SAYERS tal to meet state health planning state law, it isn’t possible to resolve requirements, but said that the over- every comment and concern. For Neighbors expressed frustration all scope of operations will remain example, comments related to about a planned expansion of the relatively unchanged, with only 17 massing and height have been thor- DOCS Surgical spine and orthope- patient beds and no emergency ser- oughly vetted by the architectural dic hospital on San Vicente vices. and engineering team and dis- Boulevard, saying that proposed “If the hospital is not compliant cussed in detail at the neighborhood changes to make the building five with AB 2190, it will no longer be council,” the response read. “These stories are going to bring unwanted allowed to operate. To be clear, the modifications were generated architecture and traffic to a quiet, existing structures cannot be reno- almost exclusively from communi- historic neighborhood. vated to comply with these stringent ty comments over the past year and SV Holdings LLC, which owns seismic requirements. The newly resulted in an additional project the 21,000-square-foot property proposed hospital is a streamlined investment of approximately $3 near San Vicente Boulevard and building that complies with all state million. This investment includes South Orange Grove Avenue, pre- regulatory requirements,” the the creation of a small publicly photo courtesy of SV Holdings LLC sented their project plan during an response said. accessible greenspace along Ogden The modifications to the building would involve the demolition of the hearing last week held by the Los “However, because of the devel- existing two-story DOCS surgical building and rebuilding a five-story hos- Angeles Department of City opment requirements mandated by See Hospital page 22 pital in its place. Planning. The developers are seeking a height district change that would allow them to convert the two-story building into a five-story, roughly 80-foot-high medical hospital and surface parking lot, with construction aimed to start this fall and be completed by fall 2023. Representatives from the planning department said they do not have a recording or transcript from the meeting, which was held on April 6 via Zoom, but neighbors in the adjacent neighborhood described the meeting as “a big infomercial” and said they were upset that the building owners did not consider in their project any resident concerns, such as noise and traffic from construction, the size of the property in a neighborhood with mostly historic residences and the closure of an alley with their garages for construction. “The presentation was shocking to me. … They did a rendering and it was only about them. There are no people living around them – there are no human beings that are going to be impacted by this,” said Natasha Nahapetov, who has owned a fourplex adjacent to the hospital for more than two decades. “After watching that infomercial, it looks like it’s going to take over that entire neighborhood.” “They’re not inviting a conversation about it. I’m feeling very pow- erless,” said Robin Alper, who also lives adjacent to the hospital. Michael Wacht, an architect who is on the land use committee but is also a neighborhood resident, said in his personal capacity that while the developers ask for more building area, they are doing nothing to miti- gate negative visual impacts. “They’re building an 82-foot story building at the property line 20 feet away from a nationally histori- cally designated community,” said Wacht, who voted against the project in his official capacity when it passed through his committee. “They’re building an 82-foot-tall wall next to that. It has no sense of scale. It has no setbacks. It has no architectural features or articulation that would reflect the type of con- text that would make it fit into the community.” In an emailed response, developers for the project said they’re “committed to addressing all comments and concerns in a thoughtful and meaningful way” and pointed to work with the P.I.C.O. Neighborhood Council to modify the project, including adding stones and baguette veneers to the exterior of the structure to make it more visually appealing, and adding a community garden on the property. The updates to the hospital are necessary, they said, to adhere to Assembly Bill 2190, a state law that requires all hospitals in California to meet certain standards for seismic safety by 2030. They also need to upgrade the floor area of the hospi- 8 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News WeHo’s Green Week promotes sustainability n Inaugural event tive schedule of dates and events Garden for Wildlife program of the throughout the month, but the week National Wildlife Federation at focuses on is aligned with Earth Day on April sites to be determined, and promo- environmental 22. This year’s Earth Day theme is tion of the city’s Greening West “Restore Our Earth.” The city’s Hollywood Plan, which encourages stewardship programming will provide a local- public and private participation and By Justin sayers oriented perspective on urban forest supports greening efforts through- stewardship methods, best practices out the city. The West Hollywood City for restoration and regeneration, The public is also encouraged to Council has designated the latter and ways to monitor how land-use attend the city’s free educational vir- part of April as its inaugural West policies and nurtured ecosystems tual symposium called “Urban Hollywood Green Week 2021, can remain in dynamic balance Forestry and Biodiversity: Urban where the city will share informa- moving forward. Participants will Environments in Concert with tion and host events to focus atten- learn how to become better con- Nature,” on April 24 from 9 a.m. to tion on their environmental efforts nected to nature and healthier liv- 1 p.m. The symposium will feature and initiatives, all in conjunction ing, as well as how to participate in community members along with photo by Justin Sayers with Earth Day. enhancing West Hollywood’s natural and built environment Formosa Park is one of two public parks in West Hollywood with Certified The council unanimously voted ecosystem. experts, and will explore the topics Wildlife Habitat designation through the National Wildlife Federation’s during the April 5 meeting to for- Other scheduled programming of urban forestry and biodiversity Garden for Wildlife program. malize and promote the celebration, during Green Week include the through four lenses: urban flora which city staff said in a memo is annual Green City Awards (tree canopies and biodiverse green “envisioned as a focused communi- Program, which recognizes projects spaces), urban fauna (West and built environment,” West through the Garden for Wildlife ty information and education and practices that demonstrate Hollywood’s native wildlife resi- Hollywood Councilwoman Lauren program by the National Wildlife effort.” The week will serve as a excellence in environmental sus- dents), biomimicry (learning Meister said in a statement. “The Federation at Havenhurst and showcase of the city’s achieve- tainability, participation in the lessons from nature) and biophilic future is green!” Formosa parks. ments, raise awareness and deepen National Wildlife Federation’s and regenerative inspired design. The city is hoping that the Green Lastly, the city is hoping to con- community engagement around Mayors’ Monarch Pledge to mark “I am thrilled that the city is host- Week can focus attention on the tinue its engagement with its sustainability, health and wellness, the city’s commitment to save the ing this virtual symposium on urban city’s program and policies related Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and growth opportunities, the monarch butterfly and other polli- forestry and biodiversity, bringing to its natural and built environ- – dubbed “WeHo Climate Action” – memo said. nators, the creation of two Certified together the West Hollywood comments, ecology and sustainability. which highlights location actions to The city will announce a defini- Wildlife Habitats through the munity with experts on the natural City initiatives they’re hoping to meet the needs of the changing cli- highlight include their annual tree mate. planting event, Heritage Tree “The plan will establish more Program, which protects designated aggressive greenhouse gas emis- heritage trees, whether located on sions reduction targets, obtain feed- Charges filed against driver from Beverly Hills public or private property, and the back from those who are most From page 4 city’s Urban Forest Management impacted by climate change, Plan, which identified 68 actions as empower the community to play an eras that document speeding and forceable. Koretz added that more speeding occurs. We are looking at part of an effort to sustain, protect active role in creating a sustainable enable citations to be issued to dri- red lights at crosswalks and other every step that can be implemented, and enhance the urban forest in future, and support a vibrant and vers. The city formerly had red light locations mid-block are another and we were able to get this left turn West Hollywood. They also oversee sustainable city for current and cameras at some intersections that option the city is considering to arrow installed more quickly after two public parks with Certified future generations,” the city said in cited drivers, but Koretz said those reduce speeding. this terrible tragedy.” Wildlife Habitat designation a press release. didn’t stop people from speeding. “With the red light cameras, we The city removed the red light cam- were able to replace them with eras because new technology came changes to the synchronization of along that allowed for traffic sig- the lights, and it’s now much less nals to be better synchronized and likely that people will be injured as a lights to stay red in both directions result of people running a red light,” for longer, reducing the number of Koretz said. “But speeding is anoth- collisions caused by running red er story. We are looking at things the lights, Koretz said. The city also city can do, like more speed feed- determined that citations issued by back signs and more red lights that the red light cameras were unen- bring people to a stop in areas where

Crime decreases in WeHo From page 4 apartment on Fountain.” for quality of life crimes, but also She called for more tools to get that they work with partners to try to people off the streets, suggesting to connect them to services. potentially shift the hours of the “This is probably the hardest city’s outreach teams. thing I’ve ever had to tackle in my “These are people who are in the 35-plus years of law enforcement,” streets who need mental health care. Ramirez said, adding that half the We’re not able to provide it because, members of the public want them I don’t know why,” she said. left alone, while the other half want Ramirez said that it’s something them moved somewhere else. “We deputies are continuing to monitor, have to come up with an answer and but that the problem exists through- we continue to offer services. out the state. He said they have Unfortunately a lot of our homeless arrested some unhoused individuals [citizens] do not accept services.” Join first responders and learn about Just in Case BH Members of the Beverly Hills 9 at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April community will join personnel 29. from the Beverly Hills police and Just in Case BH is a city-led, fire departments on Saturday, April neighborhood-based emergency 17, to walk Zone 9 (neighborhoods preparedness and action program. south of Clifton Drive and east of It brings together Beverly Hills res- Robertson Boulevard) and promote idents and business owners with participation in Just in Case BH, representatives from the fire and the city’s collaborative emergency police departments, and other city preparedness program. agencies, to coordinate for disaster Volunteers will meet at 11 a.m. at preparedness. The city has been La Cienega Park, 8400 Gregory divided into geographic zones in Way. The city will also hold its the program. next Just in Case BH community For information, visit ustin- zoom meeting for residents in Zone casebh.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 9 April 15, 2021 City encourages more use of rain barrels The Los Angeles Department of Public Works has announced that more than 600 free rain barrels were recently distributed at eight contactless pick-up events throughout the city to encourage residents to harvest rainwater. The distribution was made possible by a collaboration between the Los Angeles Board of Public Works, Keep Los Angeles Beautiful, the Office of Community Beautification and L.A. Sanitation and Environment, as well as City Council offices and private supporters. “Through the rain barrel distribution program, we’re offering residents the opportunity to take personal action to conserve water, which is one of our most vital resources,” Board of Public Works Vice President Aura Garcia said. photo courtesy of Greenway Arts Alliance “We are grateful for all of the part- Student interns from the Greenway Arts Alliance created a land- ners involved in helping us contin-

scaping design using red and yellow plants to match Fairfax High ue efforts to promote water sustain- School’s colors. ability and for the community photo courtesy of L.A. Sanitation and Environment members who have responded so Free rain barrels were recently distributed. Residents can still purchase enthusiastically.” a rain barrel and apply for a rebate from the LADWP. The rain barrels harvest rainwa- Join students to help beautify ter for landscape irrigation and other non-potable uses. The distrib- and save money on their water bill. and help protect the environment.” ution was part of an initiative help- “LASAN is pleased to be a part- Residents who were unable to ing the city make progress toward ner in this initiative that provides participate in the most recent events Fairfax High School’s campus Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Green New free rain barrels to the community can purchase a rain barrel or cistern Volunteers are needed for a flowering California native Deal goals for water conservation, making it easier and more accessi- at a home improvement or garden beautification project by the plants which will be planted which include reducing potable ble for everyone to participate in the store and apply for the SoCal Greenway Arts Alliance on along the edge of the Fairfax water use per capita by 22.5% by City’s sustainability and water con- Water$mart Rebate Program, Sunday, April 18, from 9:30 a.m. High School campus near the 2025, and 25% by 2035. By servation efforts,” said Enrique C. offered by the Los Angeles to noon, at Fairfax High School. southeast corner of Melrose and installing a rain barrel, homeown- Zaldivar, director and general man- Department of Water and Power. Student interns working with the Fairfax avenues. For information ers can conserve water, reduce the ager of LASAN. “Rainwater har- Rebates start at $35 per barrel or Greenway Arts Alliance created a and to RSVP, email amount of polluted stormwater vesting is a simple way that $250 per cistern. For information on design using red and yellow [email protected]. runoff that flows into waterways Angelenos can make a big impact rebate programs, visit ladwp.com.

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Offer not valid with any other discounts and promotions. 6333 W. 3rd St. at the Farmers Market Open Sun-Thurs. No substitutions. Beverage purchase required. Dine in only. Follow Us! 6am-6:30pm Subject to change without prior notice. (323) 933-8446 • (323) 933-8447 @duparsfm Fri- Sat 6am - 8pm 10 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News New Metro CEO has bold plans for the future Los Angeles Mayor and Metro 11,000 employees that transports region’s residents, and I look for- Board Chairman Eric Garcetti more than a half-million passengers ward to bringing transformative announced the appointment of daily on a fleet of 2,200 buses and leadership and collaboration with Stephanie Wiggins as Metro’s chief six rail lines. Wiggins started her the region’s transportation authori- executive officer. Wiggins, who is tenure as CEO of Metrolink in ties to make this vision a reality.” currently CEO of Metrolink, will be December 2018, directing an “I have worked closely with the first woman and first Black agency that operates a regional pas- Stephanie for many years and she woman to serve as Metro CEO. She senger rail network across a six- has earned my trust and respect will succeed retiring CEO Phillip county, 538 route-mile system. with her leadership, intellect and A. Washington, who is leaving the Prior to taking that post, Wiggins dedication to mobility and to the agency in May. served as deputy CEO of Metro, people of Los Angeles County and “Metro is in the midst of a gener- where she helped advance the Southern California,” Washington ational transformation that will agency’s primary objectives, added. “I am thrilled with the Metro mean more jobs for local workers, including the implementation of Board’s selection, and I know photo courtesy of Metro more growth for our economy and projects made possible by Measure Stephanie is the right person to lead Stephanie Wiggins, who currently serves as CEO for Metrolink, will be more ways for Angelenos to move M. the agency into the future.” the next CEO for Metro. She replaces Phillip A. Washington, who is retir- around our region, and nobody is “I am honored by the opportunity For information, visit metro.net. ing in May. better prepared to carry the torch of to return to L.A. Metro as its CEO progress than Stephanie Wiggins,” and am grateful to Mayor Garcetti Garcetti said. “Stephanie’s career and the L.A. Metro Board for the makes her ideally suited to lead this faith they have placed in me for this agency at this moment. She’s expe- important role,” Wiggins said. “I rienced, determined, committed to am thankful to my team at equity and steeped in L.A.’s trans- Metrolink for all of our successes portation history, and she is the per- together and those that are still to fect candidate to carry Metro into come throughout this transition and its next chapter.” as we work together in the future. Wiggins will manage a budget of L.A. County has great mobility nearly $7 billion, oversee up to $20 needs that we must develop with billion in capital construction pro- goals of achieving better health, jects and oversee an agency with opportunity and equity for all of the

photo by Cameron Kiszla Work continues at construction staging yards at Wilshire/La Brea, where a future subway station will be located. Subway project keeps moving at brisk pace along Wilshire Construction is ongoing on the parking will be available at 8447 Purple Line Extension subway Wilshire Blvd. and 8350 Wilshire project, with crews working Blvd. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to above and below ground at many replace metered parking removed locations along the route between on Wilshire Boulevard because of Wilshire/Western and Century the construction between La City. Cienega and San Vicente boule- In Beverly Hills, Gale Drive vards. The first hour will be vali- will be fully closed daily north of dated free by mentioning Metro Wilshire Boulevard through when entering the structure. Friday, May 7, to support the Concrete and material deliver- installation of a utility duct bank. ies will also continue at the future The closure will be in place from subway stations near 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. The north Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire crosswalk will also be closed to La/Brea. Intermittent lane reduc- pedestrians while the street is tions on Wilshire Boulevard may closed. be necessary and Ogden Drive Work is also ongoing on the will be closed intermittently south future subway station at of Wilshire Boulevard. Wilshire/Rodeo, where excava- Wilshire Boulevard will be tion and other preparatory work is reduced to two lanes in each occurring on a future subway sta- direction between Detroit and tion. At Wilshire/La Cienega, June streets through September. crews are building underground Hauling and deliveries to and appendage structures adjacent to from both La Brea Avenue stag- a future station. The structures ing yards will continue. Lane house vital systems for the future reductions may be implemented station, and crews have imple- on weekends on Wilshire mented lane reductions in the area Boulevard between La Brea and to complete the work. Wilshire Highland avenues. Boulevard will be reduced to two For questions and concerns, lanes in each direction between call the 24-hour project hotline at San Vicente and La Cienega (213)922-6934, email the project boulevards through fall of 2022. team at [email protected], Metro has announced that or visit metro.net. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 11 April 15, 2021 Support mounts for president’s More vaccines administered as effort expands The city of Los Angeles opened vaccinations to people ages 16 and approach toward gun violence older on April 13, and people can Local leaders applauded “These actions from President make appointments on the city’s announcements by President Joe Biden are a critical first step in online portal. The eligibility expan- Biden on April 8 about initial addressing the epidemic of gun sion came as the city increased its actions to address gun violence. violence that America has faced vaccination infrastructure and Recent mass shootings in Boulder, for too long. [This year] is already assumed operations at the vaccina- Colorado – where 10 individuals shaping up to be one of the dead- tion site at California State

were killed – and Atlanta – where liest years for gun violence on University, Los Angeles. eight individuals died including record. In just 98 days, we’ve lost “Opening vaccine eligibility to all six Asian American women – over 11,000 people to gun vio- Angelenos who are 16 and older is a underscored the need for the mea- lence, another 8,000 have been major milestone in our efforts to get sures, Biden said. injured and there have been 133 more shots into more arms and The Justice Department will mass shootings,” Schiff said in a defeat COVID-19 once and for all,” soon issue a proposed rule to help statement. “It’s long past time to Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti stop the proliferation of “ghost act, and these measures to prevent said. “We urge patience as we con- guns,” which are firearms manu- the proliferation of ‘ghost guns,’ tinue to ramp up our operations, photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office factured from parts without serial increase regulation on devices that obtain more doses and enter this The city is maintaining its efforts to get more people vaccinated through- new phase of our campaign to end numbers. The Justice Department convert pistols into rifles, improve out Los Angeles, including at California State University, Los Angeles. will also issue a proposed rule to data collection and invest in com- the pandemic. But our commitment make clear when a device market- munity-led violence prevention remains clear. As soon as vaccines ed as a stabilizing brace effectively programs will help make our com- are available, we are ready to County will contact patients about Angeles Fire Department will lead turns a pistol into a short-barreled munities safer for everyone.” administer them swiftly and safely.” rescheduling or providing a new operations at the site, supported by rifle subject to the requirements of Los Angeles City Attorney This week, the city expected to appointment for Pfizer or Moderna staff from Community Organized the National Firearms Act. The Mike Feuer and Manhattan receive nearly 60,000 doses of the vaccines. Relief Effort. alleged shooter in the Boulder District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr., Moderna vaccine and 56,000 of the County health officials noted that For information and to make an tragedy appears to have used a pis- co-chairs of Prosecutors Against Pfizer vaccine. On April 13, Los the reactions are extremely rare, as appointment for a first dose, visit tol with an arm brace, which can Gun Violence, highlighted the Angeles County Health Department nearly 7 million people have coronavirus.lacity.org/vaxappoint- make a firearm more stable and impact the new measures will officials announced that it is tem- received the Johnson & Johnson ment. accurate while still being conceal- have on firearms trafficking. porarily suspending use of the vaccine in the United States to date. able, Biden added. “On behalf of prosecutors Johnson & Johnson vaccine based People who received the vaccine in The Justice Department, within across the nation, we applaud on recommendations by the Food the last three weeks should look for 60 days, will publish model “red President Biden’s actions to help and Drug Administration and the any symptoms of the unusual clots, flag” legislation for states, allow- stem the rising tide of gun vio- Centers for Disease Control and including severe headaches, ing family members or law lence,” read a statement from Prevention. Those recommenda- abdominal or leg pain, and short- enforcement to petition for a court Feuer and Vance. “The president’s tions were based on reports that six ness of breath. Contact a medical order temporarily barring people proposed rule on ‘ghost guns’ is women between the ages of 18 and provider if symptoms develop. in crisis from accessing firearms if particularly promising, as those 48 developed unusual types of People who don’t have a medical they present a danger to them- untraceable weapons emerge as blood clots six to 13 days after provider can call 211 to be connect- selves or others. Biden also weapons of choice for criminals.” receiving the vaccine, county offi- ed with care. announced the administration is Mayor Eric Garcetti also sup- cials said. The decision was made After the city assumed operations investing in evidence-based com- ports the new federal measures. out of an abundance of caution and of the site at California State munity violence intervention with “President Biden’s actions are a the discontinuation will last until the University, Los Angeles, its pro- proven strategies for reducing gun series of bold, essential answers to FDA and CDC complete a review. gram has capacity to administer up violence in urban communities a national crisis. The fight to end Vaccine providers in Los Angeles to 54,000 vaccines daily. The Los through tools other than incarcera- the gun violence is taking too tion. many lives, tearing apart too many The president also outlined the families, terrifying too many stu- American Jobs Plan, a proposed dents and terrorizing too many $5 billion investment over eight communities in Los Angeles and BH stresses earthquake preparation years to support community vio- across our country,” Garcetti said The city of Beverly Hills has Beverly Hills. “Everyone must do lence intervention programs. in a statement. “From the White declared April as Earthquake their part, including local govern- Additionally, the U.S. Department House to City Hall, saving lives Preparedness Month. Throughout ment, residents, businesses, schools of Health and Human Services is must always be our first priority, the month, educational programs and community organizations, to organizing a webinar and toolkit to and our city has led the way with and information will be offered to take the necessary steps to prepare educate states on how they can use strong, clear, commonsense steps help people protect lives and limit for an earthquake or any disaster.” Medicaid to reimburse certain to get guns off our streets and property damage during an earth- The city encourages community community violence intervention reduce the number of dangerous quake. members to identify ways to reduce programs, like hospital-based vio- firearms in our neighborhoods. It’s “Minimizing the loss of lives and the impact of disasters at home and lence interventions. time for Congress to follow the raising the chances of survival falls work, make a plan, build a pre- U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff, (D- president’s lead and act with the on the shoulders of the entire com- paredness kit with essential sup- Burbank), applauded the urgency this moment demands. munity,” said Meena Janmohamed, plies and participate in training. For announcement. American lives depend on it.” emergency manager for the city of information, visit beverlyhills.org.

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Awards Re “Mid City West council The city of West Hollywood has finalized after tiebreakers end Property seizures opened nominations for its Green election,” April 8 issue WeHo takes smoking City Awards and Green Seedlings ban too far were unconstitutional Prize, as part of its environmental Congratulations to all those sustainability annual awards pro- elected to the Mid City West Re “WeHo smoking ban to Re “Authorities seize drugs, gram. Applications are due by Community Council. Our hope in include all units by 2023,” April 8 cash and valuables at U.S. Private Tuesday, June 15. the community is that with new issue Vaults,” April 8 issue Four Green City Awards will be leadership, the Mid City West given. One will recognize an adult board will no longer make bicycle The megalomaniacs on the This was an unconstitutional over age 21 while another will lanes and community gardens the WeHo City Council have the seizure of innocent customer’s honor an individual under 21. One priority, and start to address the hubris to prohibit the rights of rights. The right to store valuables business and one organization or serious crime problems in our existing tenants to smoke in their is a guaranteed right. school will also receive awards. community, including the sense- own apartment when the leases I believe the FBI has some Additionally, one Green less stabbing and murder of a 31- they signed did not address this explaining and righting to do. To Seedlings Prize will be awarded year-old resident in his backyard issue at all. get seized valuables back, the recognizing green concepts and by a transient. This action sets a dangerous owners are being put through ideas that have yet to be completed. Maybe the Mid City West precedent that will eventually hoops like trained seals. Nice For information on eligibility and Safety Committee will hold regu- affect all of our lives, as rights we country, U.S.A., huh? submitting a nomination, visit lar meetings, the last one being once took for granted will be weho.org/gca. December 2020, and maybe they whittled away under the power- Mark Paul KRAMER LAW GROUP 12 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

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An unknown suspect committed a April 6 robbed a victim in the 400 block of burglary in the 100 block of S. Las S. Western. Palmas at noon. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- P OLICE BLOTTER cle parked in the 300 block of S. An unknown suspect assaulted a At noon, an unknown suspect Windsor at 1:30 a.m. victim near the corner of Yucca committed a petty theft in the 8500 and Hudson at 4:30 p.m.. block of Cashio. At 10:30 a.m., an unknown sus- The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 4:10 p.m., an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between An unknown suspect committed a in the 2000 block of N. Fuller. assaulted a victim in the 6100 April 4 and April 10. The information was compiled from petty theft in the 100 block of S. block of Wilshire. crimemapping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Plymouth at noon. An unknown suspect burglarized a Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los vehicle parked near the corner of An unknown suspect burglarized a Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855- At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect First and Hayworth at 11:15 a.m. vehicle parked in the 700 block of 8850, and the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. committed a petty theft in the 5600 S. Cochran at 10 p.m. block of Eighth. At 12:120 p.m., an unknown sus- At 10:10 p.m., an unknown sus- stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 pect committed a burglary in the Beverly Hills Police An unknown suspect committed a pect committed a petty theft in the block of Curson. 5400 block of Melrose. petty theft in the 5600 block of 7000 block of Sunset.

Department Eighth at 3 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a April 6 petty theft in the 5400 block of April 9

April 4 At 3:05 p.m., an arson fire was Hollywood at 3:21 p.m. At 7:50 p.m., an unknown suspect reported in the 6200 block of Del At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 7800 block Valle. At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a vehicle parked in the 300 committed a petty theft in the 400 of Santa Monica. burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of S. La Cienega. block of N. Rodeo. An unknown suspect assaulted a 1200 block of S. Hayworth.

April 7 victim near the corner of An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a Hollywood and Bronson at 4 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 1700 block of petty theft in the 400 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 1900 block of Camino Palmero at 1:45 p.m. Rodeo at 1:50 p.m. burglary in the 1200 block of Kings At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Vista Del Mar at 4:30 p.m.

at 3 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect April 5 1200 block of N. Mansfield. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim near the corner of At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 7000 De Longpre and Vine. At 12:26 a.m., an unknown sus- burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a block of Hollywood. pect committed a burglary in the 8700 block of Beverly. petty theft in the 6600 block of An unknown suspect assaulted a 200 block of Beverly. Hollywood at 6:10 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a victim in the 5800 block of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- vehicle parked in the 1900 block of Willoughby at 4:15 p.m. A vandalism incident was reported cle parked in the 1300 block of N. At 7:10 p.m., an unknown suspect Whitley at 7 p.m. in the 9400 block of Dayton at 3:27 Laurel at 8:15 p.m. committed a burglary in the 1200 At 4 30 p.m., an unknown suspect a.m. block of N. Cherokee. stole a vehicle parked in the 1200 At 8:57 p.m., an unknown suspect April 7 block of Sherbourne. At 3:35 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 1000 An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 300 block of Hancock. victim in the 6000 block of burglary in the 600 block of N. A robbery was reported in the 6600 block of N. Rodeo. Fountain at 7:20 p.m. Gardner at 12:30 a.m. block of Hollywood at 8:35 p.m.

April 8 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 3:50 a.m., an unknown suspect At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 400 block of S. Camden At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6200 assaulted a victim in the 300 block stole a vehicle parked near the at 5 p.m. committed a burglary in the 1200 block of Hollywood. of S. Manhattan. corner of Keniston and Edgewood.

block of Crescent Heights. At 8:02 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a assaulted a victim near the corner April 9 cle parked in the 6200 block of grand theft in the in the 1800 block vehicle parked in the 7100 block of of Clifton and Wetherly. Third at 7:45 p.m. of Ivar at 5 a.m. Sunset at 9:30 p.m.

An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect committed a cle parked in the 1000 block of At 8:50 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 300 block of S. Stanley at 7:45 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near stole a bicycle in the 600 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 Clark at 10:15 p.m. Gramercy and Second. S. Cloverdale. block of S. Oakhurst.

At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect April 6 burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect burglarized a A suspect assaulted a victim dur- 500 block of Norwich. victim in the 6500 block of vehicle parked in the 7300 block of ing a domestic violence incident in At 1:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 11 p.m. Hollywood at 8:25 a.m. the 600 block of S. Cochran at committed a petty theft in the 9600 An unknown suspect committed a 11:45 p.m. block of Wilshire. petty theft in the 7100 block of At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect April 5 Santa Monica at 6:23 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the April 10 An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:10 a.m., an unknown sus- 1000 block of N. Formosa. vehicle parked in the 400 block of At 8:40 p.m., an unknown suspect pect assaulted a victim in the 6500 At 1:20 a.m., a suspect assaulted Beverly at 9 p.m. assaulted a victim in the 8800 block of Hollywood. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- a victim during a domestic vio-

block of Santa Monica. cle parked in the 400 block of lence incident in the 1500 block of April 7 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Crescent Heights at 4 p.m. N. La Brea. April 10 cle parked in the 1500 block of N. At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect Detroit at 12:15 a.m. At 4:37 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a robbed a victim in the 6000 block tim in the 7100 block of Hawthorn 400 block of Shirley. victim near the corner of Fountain At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect of Hollywood. at 2:50 a.m. and Havenhurst at 11:07 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the April 8 1900 block of Wilcox. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 5:45 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 1200 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 700 At 9:32 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect burglarized a Gordon at 5 p.m. block of N. Orange Grove. committed a petty theft in the 300 600 block of S. Robertson. vehicle parked in the 600 block of block of S. Rodeo. N. Genesee at 6:30 a.m. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Los Angeles Police stole a vehicle parked in the 5900 tim near the corner of Curson and April 9 At 11:50 a.m., an unknown sus- block of Fountain. Olympic at 1:18 p.m. Department pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 1:16 a.m., an unknown suspect near the corner of Windsor and An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 2:50 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 300 block April 4 Fourth. cle parked in the 300 block of assaulted a victim in the 6200 of N. Crescent. Formosa at 10:30 p.m. block of Wilshire.

At 3:20 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- A suspect was arrested on suspi- An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a petty theft in the 3900 cle parked in the 1000 block of pect assaulted a victim in the 600 cion of driving under the influence vehicle parked in the 1800 block of block of Olympic. Hudson at 2 p.m. block of S. Cloverdale. of alcohol or drugs in the 100 block Cherokee at 3 p.m.

of S. Crescent at 9:08 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect April 8 At 7:10 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 3600 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 assaulted a victim in the 8800 April 10 Olympic at 7:10 a.m. block of Lodi. An unknown suspect committed a block of Burton. burglary in the 700 block of N. La At 12:08 a.m., an unknown sus- At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Cienega at 2 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a pect committed a burglary in the burglarized a vehicle parked in the petty theft in the 600 block of S. petty theft in the 5600 block of 100 block of S. Elm. 500 block of N. Windsor. Fairfax at 5:30 p.m. At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect Santa Monica at 7:30 p.m. committed a burglary in the 7300 West Hollywood An unknown suspect committed a At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Beverly. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft near the corner of burglarized a vehicle parked in the committed a petty theft in the 5500 Sheriff’s Station Floral and Fareholm at 10 a.m. 1600 block of Taft. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of Sunset. tim in the 6800 block of Hollywood April 5 At 10:55 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- at 11 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a pect assaulted a victim in the 7900 tim in the 7000 block of Hawthorn grand theft in the 1700 block of At 5:10 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Beverly. at 5 p.m. At 11:50 a.m., an unknown sus- Garfield at 9:25 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the pect committed a petty theft in the 900 block of Westmount. An unknown suspect committed a At 7:05 p.m., a suspect assaulted 8400 block of Third. At 9:50 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 1400 block of S. a victim during a domestic vio- committed a burglary in the 200 An unknown suspect committed a Canfield at 11:30 a.m. lence incident in the 300 block of An unknown suspect committed a block of S. Rimpau. petty theft in the 900 block of N. Sycamore. burglary in the 100 block of N. Sweetzer at noon. At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect Wetherly at noon. An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 6400 A bicycle was stolen in the 6000 petty theft near the corner of At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Wilshire. block of Fountain at 10:45 p.m. At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect Franklin and Carmen at 10:30 p.m.

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LACMA, Snap offer virtual perspective on L.A. monuments The Los Angeles County along the 1932 L.A. Olympics ested in storytelling, but in new and Museum of Art, in collaboration marathon route, Ruben Ochoa’s innovative ways, and that’s what with Snap Inc., has introduced the homage to the shared history of many artists are interested in as first collection of “LACMA × street vendors in L.A. and Ada well,” LACMA CEO and Wallis Snapchat: Monumental Pinkston’s memorial series paying Annenberg Director Michael Perspectives” projects. The multi- tribute to Biddy Mason. They were Govan said. “The resulting monu- year initiative brings together local designed to be experienced at loca- ments visualized by Mercedes artists and technologists to create tions across Los Angeles through Dorame, I.R. Bach, Glenn Kaino, virtual monuments that explore the the Snapchat Camera, including at Ruben Ochoa and Ada Pinkston histories of Los Angeles communi- LACMA, MacArthur Park, Earvin are not only relevant to issues of ties. The augmented reality monu- “Magic” Johnson Park and the Los today – Los Angeles, civic space, ments were created using Angeles Memorial Coliseum. community – but also to the medi- Snapchat’s technology and are People in those areas can discov- um of art, opening doors to new photo courtesy of LAMCA available online. er the virtual monuments easily by ways of thinking about art in both A video on the “LACMA × Snapchat: Monumental Perspectives” virtual The five virtual monuments looking for their markers on the physical and virtual spaces.” exhibit illustrated how artist Ruben Ochoa re-envisioned Los Angeles’ include Mercedes Dorame’s map in Snapchat, which will pin- “Through this collaboration with MacArthur Park. immersive portal between past, point their locations and more LACMA, Snap Inc.’s augmented present and future worlds for details about each work. The mon- reality technology has become an perspective,” said Bobby Murphy, April 18. Additional programs Indigenous presence in contempo- uments can also be viewed any- immersive medium for advocacy co-founder and CTO at Snap Inc. related to each project, including rary Tovaangar (Los Angeles), I.R. where by visiting lacma.org/monu- and representation. We’re thrilled The launch coincides with the podcasts, a docuseries and art kits, Bach’s animations designed to mental. to empower these artists and lens International Day for Monuments will be presented throughout the inspire self-reflection, Glenn “LACMA and our partners at creators, and support their desire to and Sites and includes related pro- year. For information, visit Kaino’s path of connectedness Snapchat are fundamentally inter- share untold stories through a new gramming starting on Sunday, lacma.org. Window paintings at Pink’s Hot Dogs show pride in the community BY EDWIN FOLVEN show the community that we are days with the pandemic, we are proud of being part of Hollywood, trying to present something that People passing by Pink’s Hot and a way to artistically present makes people feel good. I hope it’s Dogs when the stand is closed will ourselves and enhance the look of something fun for people to enjoy notice something new: hand- our business.” and it makes them happy.” painted window coverings are Pink said the window coverings Pink added that the signs may being used at night with fun repre- were created by artist Vince become photo ops for people who sentations of the hot dog stand, Ellescas, who has painted other can’t visit when the stand is open, L.A. icons such as the Hollywood artwork and signage on the stand’s and added that they are a new Sign, and tributes to the Los exterior. Ellescas, who retired in addition to a neighborhood where Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles 2009 after working 38 years as a many other businesses have art on Dodgers. graphic designer in Hollywood, their facades. “We wanted to show how much including three decades for CBS “There are a lot of interesting we love the community and want- Television City, said creating the things people can photograph at ed something that shows that even signage at the “world famous Pink’s and it adds to that. We photo courtesy of Richard Pink when we are closed,” said Richard Pink’s” was a labor of love. wanted to have something inter- New hand-painted coverings are placed in the stand’s windows at night. Pink, who operates the stand with “I hope that it brings colorful esting, even after we are closed, his wife, Gloria, and sister, inspiration into people’s lives,” and it’s a way of saying we are Pink’s Hot Dogs is located at tion, call (323)931-4223, or visit Beverly Pink-Wolfe. “It’s a way to Ellescas said. “Especially these proud of our location,” Pink said. 709 N. La Brea Ave. For informa- pinkshollywood.com. New location now open! 4204420 D DAAY!YY!!

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But for its respect for film history, both when a trailer for a “Nightmare on through specialty displays in the Elm Street” remake interrupted that The pandemic has been especial- lobby and more formal engagement. green glow between entries, four ly hard for theaters, almost leading Not everyone appreciates the loud, words unified us all in disapproval: to AMC’s bankruptcy. Sadly, no bombastic crowd bellowing, cheer- “From producer Michael Bay.” 11th-hour discovery of funds saved ing, jumping. No judgment here. Boos came from everywhere. the ArcLight and Pacific Theaters ArcLight afforded a more inti- Just over three months prior, Bay from closing permanently. ArcLight mate setting, and several flavors of earned the ire of many diehard never even turned 20, but those the- popcorn. More so, the Hollywood cinephiles with the juvenile aters developed quite a reputation. location served as one of the few “Transformers: Revenge of the And of course Pacific dates back to trusted venues to release all those Fallen.” This crowd hadn’t forgotten. the 1940s. (FYI, the Cinerama films other theaters ignored the far- I miss those midnight movies. Dome at the Hollywood ArcLight is ther you got from L.A. Standing in line predicting what will a historic monument, so don’t fear While every other theater locked transpire, beach balls flying around that it’ll become high-end housing.) in three to four showings of while folks wait, kindred souls shar- I wish I could offer hope, the nec- “Frozen” or a “Hobbit” flick, ing a moment in a darkened room. essary invisible hand will make ArcLight Hollywood made room for photo by Justin Sayers Cult classics like “Rocky Horror room for something new, better the likes of “Saving Mr. Banks” or Pacific Theatres and ArcLight Cinemas announced on Monday, April 12, Picture Show” at the Nuart any even. Not today. People lost their “Whiplash,” to name a couple I that they will not be reopening any of their locations. given Saturday keep the midnight jobs. A city landmark is now in enjoyed late at night alone in service magic alive, but that 12 a.m. pre- limbo. Perhaps a savior will acquire of viewing all necessary films for online. precious blockbusters that keep the miere has slowly drifted away. the L.A. location, but that doesn’t awards season. Physical media and brick-and- lights on during the summer and Eventually, Thursday scheduling change the underlying tragedy here. Moviegoing comes in all forms, mortar theaters still matter. The major holidays. Without chains like expanded to include showtimes at 7 Fans of revival-house cinema know and I truly feel for those who loved ArcLight embraced all forms of cin- ArcLight and Pacific, smaller films or 8 p.m. The midnight crew frag- this story well, especially patrons of to experience the movies in this way. ema – major blockbusters and mod- have fewer willing distribution mented, that singular experience the New Beverly Cinema, only It’s a loss, one of many I’m sure will est indies. This closure will only options. And all the directors who scattered across multiple screenings. around now (or at least pre-COVID) keep coming in the next few years. make indie films or mid-budget dra- start small before directing the next Something special withered away. thanks to Quentin Tarantino’s pur- The only comfort here is the sting’s mas harder to access, forcing them to summer actioner will find an Moviegoing is lesser for it. And chase of the building. familiarity, solidarity in loss. skip big-screen exhibition entirely. already frustrating glass ceiling on Monday, moviegoing changed, What we love is fleeting. And A few years ago, one of my stu- This has already caused chal- even harder to crack. once more, for the worst. some things change in a way that dents judged me for owning around lenges, like Steven Spielberg’s posi- The ArcLight-Pacific news is 500 DVDs and Blu-rays. “Why tion that such films shouldn’t quali- shocking, but it won’t be the only don’t you just watch them online?” fy for Academy Awards. Like my casualty. This loss is unfortunately she asked me. Certainly digital love for midnight movies, things are too familiar, one of many paper cuts media presents us with thousands of evolving – not for the better. To say over the same wound. Mourn for options, but they aren’t always the it’s all “just different” misses what those who lost a part of their L.A. kind that last. Dig into any genre will go away. identity, and find hope, if you can, in category on Amazon Prime and This doesn’t merely affect the the memories of this medium we all you’ll see how quickly the options films you didn’t know exist. The adore and hope will survive with its devolve. Not everything moves ripples will spread even to those soul partially intact.

photo courtesy of Wikimedia commons The Pacific Theatres location at The Grove will close as part of an announcement from the company that they’re not reopening.

Follow Us! @duparsfm In the Original Farmers MarkM ett • 3rd & Fairfax (323) 933-8446 • (323) 933-84447 • [email protected] Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 17 April 15, 2021 LACMA exhibit explores ventriloquism The Los Angeles County museums, Museum of Art presents “Not I: libraries and Throwing Voice (1500 B.C.E.-2020 disembodied C.E.),” an exhibition using ventrilo- voices. quism, literally and liberally, to “Not I” is explore the representations of organized by sounds and voices and their disqui- José Luis eting capacity of refraction, syn- Blondet, cura- chronicity and misdirection through tor of special July 25. initiatives at Ventriloquism relies on the confu- LACMA. sion between sight and hearing, per- “The exhibi- photo courtesy of The Autry former and puppet, silence and tion delves into speech, and confronts issues of LACMA’s col- The first episode of “The New Adventures of Super Indian” premiered identity, embodiment, agency, per- lection at large, Wednesday, April 14, at 4 p.m. formance and objecthood. Even the highlighting most conventional ventriloquist frictions and sketch is defined by the continuous relations recasting of questions on the imbri- among works Native Voices series debuts cated relationship between voice, rather than on The only Equity theater compa- is not usually the first trait that speech, identity and authority: the singularity ny dedicated exclusively to devel- springs to mind. However, we are Where is the voice coming from? of a master- oping and producing new work by humorous people! There is a direct How is that voice split into many work,” Blondet Native American artists, Native correlation between humor and bodies? Whose voice is this? Who is said. “For Voices presents “The New resilience, and if ever we needed speaking on behalf of whom? example, pair- Adventures of Super Indian” by both, now is the time,” said Drawn primarily from LACMA’s ing Ryūryūkyo Arigon Starr (Kickapoo Tribe of DeLanna Studi (Cherokee), artis- encyclopedic collection, “Not I” Shinsai’s Oklahoma). The production marks tic director of Native Voices. considers ventriloquism as both a ‘Woman photo courtesy of LACMA the first time ever that Native “Superheroes exemplify our better theme and a methodology integral Making Rabbit Jasper Johns’ (Ventriloquist II) is part of the LACMA Voices has premiered a play via natures and challenge us to be our to the logic of institutions devoted to Shadow For exhibit “Not I,” which explores ventriloquism, both liter- audio episodes. best selves. As a little girl in the dissemination of knowledge, Small Boy’ ally and liberally. “The New Adventures of Super Cherokee Nation, I longed for a such as museums and libraries. (1807) with Indian,” based on Starr’s popular Native superhero, someone who The exhibition features over 200 Edward Ruscha’s ‘Rabbit’ (1986), tion. The songs, presented as beams graphic novels, “Super Indian,” looked like me. I could never find objects spanning more than 3,500 one can argue that it only took 189 of directionalised sound, introduce unfolds over three audio episodes any. Now, Arigon Starr has given years to offer various degrees of years and a good dose of chance and visitors to the exhibition space, that tell the comic exploits of us one. As someone who grew up ventriloquized voices ranging from luck for the gesture of this woman telling the stories of other non- Super Indian and the residents of in a similar community as that of the literal to the liberal. Arranged in to produce the shadow of a rabbit, sounding objects in the exhibition, the fictional Leaning Oak Tribe our hero, I am overwhelmed with 10 non-sequential sections, the manifested on the surface of the inviting the listener to align their Reservation. Hubert Logan, an emotion when I think of all the show allows for cross-collection Ruscha print.” own voice with the cumulative ordinary reservation boy-turned- Native youth who will grow up representations of sound, silence, On the occasion of the exhibition, activity in the gallery. superhero faces off against three with Super Indian.” voice and text, and the entangle- LACMA commissioned new pro- Los Angeles-based Fernández of his biggest foes: Wampum Episodes of “The New ment and misalignment between jects from artists Raven Chacon, designed and hand-carved four Baggs, the ringleader of the Adventures of Super Indian” are voices and bodies. Patricia Fernández and Puppies sculptures in walnut and pinewood Circle of Evil; Blud Kwan’Tum, a available exclusively online for The exhibition includes a special Puppies. Chacon’s sound installa- that double as frames for six cursed vampire determined to free. The first episode premiered project by Meriç Algün in collabo- tion can be heard throughout the Francisco de Goya prints included become a full-blooded Indian by Wednesday, April 14, at 4 p.m. ration with the Los Angeles Public exhibition. It consists of a grouping in the show. Puppies Puppies (Jade any means necessary; and Karlie New episodes will be released Library, not only to honor of seven songs composed from Olivo Kuriki) produced three works Keane, a scheming social media Wednesdays, April 21 and 28, Alexandre Vattemare (1796-1864), sounds and pitches sourced from that continue their investigation on diva. 2021, at 4 p.m. a ventriloquist instrumental in the whistles and ocarinas from the trauma, the politics of gender and “When most people hear the To register and for information, creation of inter-library loans, but museum’s Art of Ancient Americas body surrogates. words ‘Native American,’ humor visit TheAutry.org/NativeVoices. also to point at the interrelation of collection, on display in the exhibi- For information, visit lacma.org. Magic Castle’s Larsen celebrates star-studded 90th birthday The Magic Castle held a virtual 90th birthday party for Milt Larsen on Friday, April 9, which included celebrity guests David Copperfield, Loni Anderson, Neil Patrick Harris, Stefanie Powers, Lance Burton and Michael Feinstein. The event, which was held via Zoom, honored Larsen, who founded the Magic Castle in Hollywood in 1963 along with his brother, Bill Larsen Jr., and Bill’s wife, Irene. He was named in 2000 as one of the 100 most-influential individuals in the history of magic. Milt Larsen’s career encompass- es writing, producing and performing. As a writer, he is best known in the field of audience participation having written “Truth or photo courtesy of Harlan Boll Consequences” starring Bob Milt Larsen with his wife, Arlene, and Academy Award winner Richard Barker for an incredible run of Sherman during Larsen’s 90th birthday celebration on April 9. eighteen years. In the songwriting field the team of Sherman and Monica and the Variety Arts “Hear Them Again - for the first Larsen have a cult comedy follow- Theater. He has produced TV spe- time,” featuring recordings from ing for their outrageous songs (for cials for ABC, CBS and NBC. He the first half of the 20th Century. their time) that can be heard cur- was the creator and consultant for The show is now heard on CRN the rently on CDs “Bon Voyage Titanic the $50 million Caesars Magic Digital Cable Network. - Smash Flops” and “Banned Empire at Caesars Palace in Las Milt Larsen divides his time Barbershop Ballads. “ He has writ- Vegas. between his offices in Hollywood, ten many stage revues and musi- As a performer he is an active next to the Magic Castle and his cals. member of SAG and AFTRA and beautiful home on Santa Barbara's He and his writing partner has been seen yanking tablecloths mesa with his wife Arlene. Richard M. Sherman, who has won in films and commercials. He also For information, visit magiccas- two Academy Awards and been created a weekly radio feature tle.com. nominated for 13 others, have written several musicals, which have enjoyed rave reviews. My friends, your presence As a producer, in addition to The sheds light on a dark day Magic Castle and It's Magic! Larsen owned and operated your friend, estherleon.com Mayfair Music Hall in Santa 18 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Music Center welcomes back audiences While keeping true to its commitment to the health and safety of its staff, patrons and artists, the Music Center will welcome back limited audiences in a safe manner to enjoy live performances with a new outdoor series called “Dance at Dusk.” Presented as part of the 18th season of its Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center and pro- grammed by TMC Arts, “Dance at Dusk” will showcase four paid tick- eted dance presentations on a new stage in Jerry Moss Plaza. Following all Los Angeles County Department photo by Matt Petit of Public Health guidelines, “Dance at Dusk” will offer a unique balance Greg Watanabe stars in two new plays on the Japanese-American of traditional and modern dance experience during World War II and internment, produced by L.A. engagements starring the very best photo courtesy of the Music Center Theatre Works. in American dance. American Ballet Theatre will perform from June 2-6 as part of the Music The series starts with the debut of Center’s upcoming “Dance at Dusk” series. “The Super Villainz: A Tap Dance Act for the Modern Age” featuring Roman Mejia. Each “Dance at Center. Safety is our top priority, and Plays highlight Japanese- Dormeshia, Jason Samuels Smith Dusk” performance will run approx- we plan to program our spaces and and Derick K. Grant (May 26-30), imately one hour and will be pre- places with safe arts experiences that three of the world’s most influential sented without intermission. To will inspire, delight and surprise,” AmericanL.A. Theatre Works has experience created on nothing short of justice. The cast tap dancers performing with a jazz complement the performances, added Josephine Ramirez, executive two new state-of-the-art audio the- also includes Edward Asner, trio. Leading into the engagement some companies will provide short vice president, TMC Arts. “Beyond ater recordings about the Japanese- Brooke Ishibashi, Tess Lina, Mike and to celebrate National Tap Dance talks between or after the repertoire great performances, we’re excited to American experience, available for McShane, Derek Mio, Joy Day on May 25, and the ultimate to discuss the inspirations behind help Angelenos get back on their feet individual listening or as part of the Osmanski, André Sogliuzzo, Josh unity between music and motion, each piece. dancing so we’ll kick off this series company’s 2020-21 Digital Stamberg and Paul Yen, as well as TMC Arts will transform Jerry Moss “As an organization, we know the with a way for people not only to Season. playwright Sakata. Plaza into the Super Villainz Tap transformative power of dance – its celebrate this uniquely American The LATW-commissioned “No-No Boy” is set during the Dance Park. Free advance reserva- energy has the ability to revive the artform – a fusion of West African world premiere of “For Us All,” by aftermath of the U.S. government’s tions will be required for limited soul, help us forget our worries and and Irish dance – but also to enjoy Jeanne Sakata, and “No-No Boy,” incarceration of 120,000 people of public entry. As part of the kickoff bring joy back to our lives. Whether this amazing opportunity to tap out- by Ken Narasaki and adapted from Japanese descent during World celebration, guests will have the we present dance onstage or online, side together on Jerry Moss Plaza.” the novel by John Okada, are spon- War II. Watanabe stars as Ichiro, opportunity to experience famous The Music Center has fully Ticket prices for The Music sored by the California Civil who returns to Seattle and finds it tap dance films on the plaza’s giant embraced its role as the lead presen- Center’s Dance at Dusk outdoor Liberties Public Education difficult to transition to post-war LED screens while special floors ter of dance in Southern California, series are tiered per experience and Program. Each of the plays fea- life. The cast also includes Sab installed for tap dancing will allow and we are thrilled to welcome audi- sold as a pod of four tickets only for tures a large ensemble cast with Shimono, Sharon Omi, Emily them to explore their own rhythms ences back to enjoy this dynamic art- a single household unit. Tickets for several members appearing in both Kuroda and Kurt Kanazawa, as in a safe manner. form live,” said Rachel Moore, pres- Jerry Moss Plaza seating range from productions. Each playwright is well as Osmanski, Yen and play- The Dance at Dusk series contin- ident and CEO of the Music Center. $150 (rear section) per pod to $275 also featured in their play and both wright Narasaki in multiple roles. ues with American Ballet Theatre “This past year has been like no (front section) per pod, depending productions are directed by Anna Tickets are $20 for each produc- (June 2-6), followed by the long- other – it has changed our lives in on the day of the week. For lawn Lyse Erikson. tion, in advance of their May 5 awaited returns of Paul Taylor unexpected ways; yet, our county seating at Grand Park, pods (four “In For Us All” focuses on an release date. Purchase of “For Us Dance Company, including a West and our community have been tickets) are $40 per pod experienced civil rights lawyer All” also includes access to a Coast premiere (June 16-20), and resilient in meeting this challenge. (Wednesdays and Thursdays) or $60 who teams with a group of young bonus Zoom interview hosted by Alonzo King LINES Ballet (July 14- The Music Center has long been per pod (Fridays and Saturdays); no Japanese-American attorneys to L.A. Theatre Works producing 18) to The Music Center. Southern preparing for this moment and has Sunday simulcasts will be offered in use a little known legal writ to artistic director Susan Loewenberg California native and New York City taken significant measures to offer Grand Park. Tickets go on sale on overturn the convictions of men and Sakata, in conversation with Ballet principal dancer Tiler Peck the best and safest possible experi- April 21. Advance sales only; tickets unjustly sentenced for resisting the Peter Irons, Dale Minami, Don joins LINES Ballet as a special ence for guests on our campus.” will not be available for purchase Japanese-American internment. Tamaki and Lori Bannai, the actual guest, performing in the live pre- “With a mixture of new and on-site. While the government tries to attorneys who worked on the miere of a solo work created for her beloved works, ‘Dance at Dusk’ is To purchase ticket pods and for make the case go away, the lawyers Korematsu case. by Alonzo King, as well as a new the high-octane way to enjoy live information, call (213)972-0711 or and their defendant, Fred For information, visit duet with her NYCB colleague, dance, once again, at the Music visit musiccenter.org. Korematsu (Greg Watanabe) insist latw.org/digital-season. LAUSD shifts to school-based meals The Los Angeles Unified School close on April 16, so Los Angeles District announced that as students Unified can provide meals as are returning to the classroom, the schools reopen and students return district will be transitioning its to campus. food-relief efforts back to a “It has been our privilege to school-based meal program serve the community in this time focused on children. of need. We will continue to do all When school campuses closed, we can to help the students and hundreds of thousands of children families in our schools,” Beutner counted on Los Angeles Unified added. for nutritious meals each day at Beginning this week, students school. In less than a week, the dis- who return for in-person instruc- trict set up a food-relief effort that tion will be provided multiple has since provided children and meals at school while students who adults with more than 122 million continue with distance learning or meals along with 26 million items their parents may pick up meals of much-needed supplies. from walk-up tables at the open “Fortunately, Los Angeles school sites. Unified was joined in this effort by Middle and high school stu- businesses, individuals and philan- dents who continue in online learn- thropic organizations who under- ing or their family members may stood the need,” Superintendent pick up student meals at their Austin Beutner said. “They con- neighboring elementary school for tributed money and in-kind dona- the week of April 19-24, and meals tions totaling almost $40 million to may be picked up from the stu- LA Students Most in Need, the dents’ middle and high schools charitable fund we created to help starting April 26. provide a safety net for the school As Grab & Food Centers close, community. This nation-leading adults will no longer be eligible to effort is a great reminder of what pick up meals at Los Angeles can be accomplished when we all Unified schools. Those in need of work together to help those in food assistance may visit this Los need.” Angeles Unified website for infor- April 9 marked the last day for mation about alternative sites for 22 of the school-based food cen- food assistance. ters and the remaining 41 sites will For information, visit lausd.net. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 19 April 15, 2021 Enjoy a 24-hour day of calm with KCRW KCRW presents “24 hours of Serenity,” an all-day online wellness festival on Sunday, April 18, starting at midnight on Zoom. The curated festival of calm features programming geared toward rejuvenating both mind and body, including a guided meditation with Valerie June and Garth Trinidad, music and resilience with Esperanza Spalding and Novena Carmel, soothing DJ sets by KCRW DJs Valida and Jeremy Sole, ambient music sets curated by dublab, ani- photo courtesy of Holocaust Museum LA mal cams, qigong, tai chi, yoga, “Nicky & Vera,” an Amazon Book of the Month, tells the story of Story Time with Bookworm’s Nicholas Winton, who rescued over 700 children in the Michael Silverblatt and DoLab Kindertransport. sound baths. photo courtesy of Renata Raksha The event is free and open to Valerie June will lead a guided meditation as part of KCRW’s “24 hours the public, with RSVP required to of Serenity” on April 18. attend. The event Zoom link will Sunday Storytime features stay the same for 24 hours so Things can get started in the weei- night. attendees can jump in and out of st hour of Sunday morning and For information and to RSVP, ‘Nicky & Vera’ reading what interests them the most. end at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday visit kcrw.com/serenity. Holocaust Museum LA presents imaginative” by the Sunday “Sunday Storytime – Nicky & (London) Times, “Nicky & Vera” Vera: A Quiet Hero of the is told through gentle yet matter- Holocaust and the Children He of-fact language and engaging KCCLA goes behind the scenes Rescued,” on Sunday, April 18, at illustrations to show the triumph The Korean Cultural Center Los National Gugak Center. The first 11 a.m. of humanity during one of histo- Angeles presents a special online two episodes launched on April 7 The virtual event will feature a ry’s darkest times. Sis’ book is for project, “Behind the Scenes of the and 14. reading by award-winning author all ages and, in particular, children Korean traditional music and Each episode will include all the Peter Sis and a family-friendly ages 6-9. dance,” on its YouTube channel as behind-the-scenes stories of Korean panel with Sis, Barbara Winton, Sis is a Czech-born part of its ongoing BTS Gugak traditional music and dance perfor- the daughter of Sir Nicholas author/illustrator of three series. mances such as stage makeup tuto- photo courtesy of KCCLA Winton and Michele Gold, muse- Caldecott Honor books, including KCCLA will introduce a series of rial, the introduction of musical The first episodes launched online um board chair and the daughter of “The Wall,” which also won the six episodes of the behind-the- instruments, practice spaces and Rita Berwald, who journeyed to Sibert Medal. He is the first chil- scenes footage with English subti- processes and the “What's in my on April 7 and 14. safety on a Kindertransport out of dren’s book illustrator to win the tles. The videos will show the daily cabinet?”/”What's in my bag?” Leipzig, Germany. MacArthur Fellowship, and he lives of members of the Dance series. website (kccla.org), YouTube “Nicky & Vera,” an Amazon also won the Hans Christian Theater, Folk Music Group, Court Audiences can find music and Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Book of the Month, is the story of Andersen Award. Music Orchestra, and dance performances on the Korean Twitter. Nicholas Winton – who rescued For information and to register, Contemporary Gugak Orchestra at Cultural Center in Los Angeles For information, visit kccla.org. over 700 children in the visit Kindertransport – intertwined holocaustmuseumla.org/event- with the story of Vera Gissing – details/sunday-storytime-nicky- one of the children he saved. vera-a-quiet-hero-of-the-holo- Called “captivating” by the New caust-and-the-children-he-res- York Times and “spectacularly cued.

photo courtesy of the Music Center DJ Lani Love will perform on April 15 as part of Grand Park’s spring programming. Grand Park hosts free arts festival Grand Park’s spring arts experi- block. The three programs aim to ence, “Grand Park’s Our L.A. reduce the distance between artist Voices: A Pop-up Arts+Culture and audience by offering at-home Fest,” continues in 2021, with digi- engagement opportunities such as tal offerings that celebrate the dis- talks, conversations and arts-based tinctive cultural and artistic richness workshops where people can learn of Los Angeles’ arts community. more about the critical issues The free performing and visual impacting communities in L.A. arts exhibition, featuring more than County, as seen through an artist’s 12 L.A. based artists, will feature point-of-view. new programs on Thursday nights The April 15 event features a live on April 15, 22 and 29, beginning at performance by DJ Lani Love, a 6 p.m. on olav.grandparkla.org; all talk with Love and Elizabeth Ai, a programs will be available for on- workshop presented by the City of demand entertainment. Los Angeles Department of Cultural “Grand Park’s Our L.A. Voices: Affairs and the NEA BIG Read, A Pop-up Arts+Culture Fest,” a featuring Meztli Projects and a film TMC Arts program, will feature a premiere of “Changing Landscapes mix of live performances and pre- (Isle of Eigg).” sentations along with recorded pro- For information, visit musiccen- gramming during a 2 1/2- hour ter.org. 20 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CTG amplifies Black artists in event series Center Theatre Group, the Fire This Time Festival and Watts Village Theater Company announced the second episode of “Not a Moment, But a Movement,” a series of events that Welcome back to campus amplify and center Black artists. Directed by Tyrone Davis and Bruce A. Lemon Jr. and introduced by Ron Cephas Jones, the second episode, titled “Black Nourishment,” features a local musician and the work of spoken word artists and muralists from throughout the United States in a program that premieres on demand beginning April 15 at 5 p.m., and is available through June 15. The video will be free to Center Theatre Group subscribers and supporters and $10 for all others – photo courtesy of Center Theatre Group except April 15 through April 30, Sugi Dakks performs in the second episode of “Not a Moment, But a when the event will be offered free Movement,” titled “Black Nourishment.” to the public in honor of National Poetry Month. Not a Moment, But (Broadway Advocacy Coalition), ken word artists, Tru Sound, a Movement “Black Jamila Webb (First Fifteen) and Yazmin Monet Watkins and Nourishment” will be available at Courtney Peck (Cast Black Alyesha Wise, perform on the CTGLA.org/NotAMoment. Talent), with moderator Lemon Jr. stage of the Kirk Douglas Theatre. “Not a Moment, But a “Drawing on spoken word Other spoken word artists include Movement” events feature the artists from Atlanta, Cleveland, Atlanta’s Royce Hall and Jali work of multiple artists from var- Oakland and Los Angeles, this Ajani Nafula; Cleveland’s Siaara ied disciplines. Each of the artists second episode of ‘Not a Moment, Freeman and Chris Webb; and offers their own distinct voice, But a Movement’ titled, ‘Black Oakland’s Prentice Powell and which blends with, builds upon Nourishment’ explores what it Shawn William – each performing and sometimes clashes up against means to be nourished as a Black in front of a mural from their own the other voices to create a unique person in America,” said Davis, hometown including works by piece that centers conversations Center Theatre Group’s associate Donald Black Jr., Andre “Natty A photograph in the Sept. 11, 1952, issue of the Park Labrea News that have long been held to the artistic director. Rebel” Jones, Brandan “BMike” showed students Tommy and Terry Ball, who lived with their family periphery. Each event is paired “There are so many stories to Odums, Sachi Rome and Keli on Hauser Street, waving to their mother as they headed back to with a panel discussion to create a tell and even more ways to tell Walker. The second episode of school. On April 12, the Los Angeles Unified School District uniquely comprehensive cultural them,” said Lemon Jr., Watts “Not a Moment, But a Movement” reopened 61 elementary schools and 11 early education centers city- experience. The panel for this sec- Village Theater Company’s co- also features the jazz-tinged hip- wide for in-person instruction. Plans call for the remaining campuses ond episode of Not a Moment, But artistic director. “Together with hop music of L.A.-based Sugi to reopen on April 19, and middle schools and high schools to wel- a Movement titled “Sustaining the the previous episode, this contin- Dakks performing with Jarren come students back on April 26. For information, visit lausd.net. Movement: Elevating Black ues the conversation we are hav- Heidelberg (drums), Josh Howard Artists,” will be held on April 15 ing as a community and connects (bass), Aaron Mastin (keys) and at 4 p.m. at the many ways we can do it in the- Terall Whitehead (guitar). YouTube.com/CTGLA. Panelists atre.” For information, visit centerthe- include Zhailon Levingston Three Los Angeles-based spo- atregroup.org. L.A. Chamber Orchestra goes virtual for gala Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra is opening its virtual doors to the entire community, inviting the public to stream its free, digital 2021 gala, “Meet the Moment,” which celebrates the orchestra’s virtuosic musicians, on Sunday, April 18, at 6 p.m. Filmed at iconic locations across Los Angeles, the gala includes dazzling performances and poignant reflections by Music Director Jaime Martín and the orchestra’s artists, and honors LACO’s long-time supporters and friends from Capital Group. Donations are accepted and proceeds from the virtual party supports LACO’s musicians. They photo by Jamie Pham/courtesy of LACO also help ensure the future of Reflections from LACO Music Director Jaime Martin and the orchestra’s LACO’s education programs, artists will be part of the orchestra’s annual gala on April 18. including Meet the Music. Martín and LACO Executive Director honor the trailblazing philan- the public. Registered bidders will Ben Cadwallader host the gala, thropy of Capital Group. Over the enjoy an array of items that include which is co-chaired by Jennifer last two decades, Capital Group a five-day stay in Reykjavik, Diener and Anne-Marie Spataru. It executives have been generous Iceland (redeemable within two will be broadcast at laco.org/gala LACO board members and years) and a stay at the and LACO’s YouTube channel. donors, and we are grateful for InterContinental Los Angeles in “LACO’s home stage is all of their sustained support,” downtown L.A., as well as special- Los Angeles since the orchestra Cadwallader added. ly curated collectors-edition items typically performs in venues Gala highlights include a spe- from Marvel, accessories from across the southland, and that’s cial broadcast of selections from Armani, a photograph of Kobe reflected in ‘Meet the Moment,’” LACO’s 2019 performance of Bryant by former Los Angeles Diener and Spataru said. “We are Ravel’s “Le Tombeau de Lakers photographer Atiba delighted to welcome virtual audi- Couperin” and the finale of Jefferson and more. The auction ence members from L.A. and Prokofiev’s beloved “Classical opened on April 14 and closes after around the globe to celebrate Symphony,” plus an array of com- the celebration on April 18. LACO’s astonishing artistry.” pelling musical performances Support for “Meet the Moment” “This gala has two main goals: from LACO’s 2020 SummerFest comes from the Lloyd E. Rigler- celebrating and supporting the and the 2020/21 season of Close Lawrence E. Deutsch Foundation musicians in our orchestra, and Quarters. and Los Angeles County ensuring the future of LACO’s Additionally, the celebration Supervisor Kathryn Barger. vital education programs. We also includes a virtual auction, open to For information, visit laco.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 21 April 15, 2021

FromHomeless page 1 issues addressed in Beverly Grove asked to only be identified as Peter. put up. I think they did it the right truck so people could store their “They found them housing, and it way. They came out and provided belongings. I think things are mov- was a peaceful transfer. A fence was services and even brought a big ing in the right direction.” Greg Martayan, director of public safety for Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th District, confirmed on April 13 that Hotel project could result housing was identified for the approximately 10 people who were still living at the encampment at the Fromin threepage 1 new towers in BH beginning of the week, and the site will be monitored so anyone new result in the Planning types, landscape architect Mark who arrives can also receive help. Commission’s full approval of Rios said. The gardens will be As of April 14, fencing had been installed around the sidewalk where the project, which is likely to be watered using “100% recycled photo by Justin Sayers the encampment was once located. considered at two future planned water produced on site,” he Tents have been removed and fencing installed at the site of a former The city is also helping to expedite a meetings on the project on April added. encampment at San Vicente Boulevard and Orange Street. 19 and 22. Instead, the commis- “It will be a destination and a demolition permit for an abandoned sion heard a presentation from link to the other gardens of the building next to the former encamp- enforcement was part of the overall idents in the parking lot of a sport- city staff and from the develop- city’s park system. I think we’ve ment that some residents said effort to address the issues and offi- ing goods store near the former ers, heard public comment on the designed something pretty attracted unhoused people to the cers will continue to monitor the encampment on April 10 in a show- project and asked dozens of remarkable,” Rios said. area in the first place. A fire on April area to maintain public safety. ing of neighborhood solidarity. She questions to be answered in The commissioners and the 2 damaged the building, which is Peter, the resident near the former said she understands that there are future meetings. If One Beverly vast majority of public comment now also fenced and boarded. Plans encampment, said he frequently difficulties in addressing homeless- Hills receives the Planning – much of which came from peo- call for it to be razed by next month. saw LAPD officers at the site. ness and sympathizes with those Commission’s approval, it will ple who formerly served on the Koretz said he is happy solutions Although the removal of the tents who are unhoused, but she said the be referred to the City Council city’s boards and commissions – were found for housing people at the has prompted optimism, some resi- city and Koretz have not done for final consideration. was overwhelmingly positive, site and hopes concerns will subside dents said the recent homicide is a enough to support residents. In the presentation, Ted Kahan, though the questions from com- in the neighborhood. He said the result of larger issues involving “We did this to call on public president of the One Beverly missioners indicated there may housing provided was a combina- homelessness and crime, and they officials to do more on homeless- Hills project, which an undertak- be some tweaks coming. tion of Project Roomkey accommo- blamed the city for not addressing ness,” Basler said. “Everybody is ing of the Beverly Hills-based “I think this is a spectacular dations in hotels and motels, as well the issue quickly enough. fed up.” Alagem Capital Group in part- project, and I commend everyone as residential buildings. “This is a humanitarian crisis, Koretz added that the city is nership with Cain International, involved, but that doesn’t mean “This is a win-win, and it took a and it’s happening all over the city,” committed to addressing homeless- and multiple other members of that there aren’t some issues that lot of outreach,” Koretz said. “We said Beverly Grove resident Molly ness. the project team highlighted we want to deal with,” Planning were able to clear out that area, and Basler. “People are living on the “It will take a fair amount of time some of the changes to the pro- Commission Chair Peter Ostroff we were able to get people into streets and people are dying on the to address the broader issue. We ject since it was approved in ear- said. housing. It wasn’t easy and took a streets, and we’ve got to change have 40,000-plus people living on lier iterations in 2008 and 2016. “I think this is just an extraor- considerable amount of resources, things. It’s an outrage.” the streets of Los Angeles, but “It will probably one day be dinary project. Our job is to make but I think it is a step in the right Basler, a candidate for Los myself and my office are commit- one of the nine wonders of the it even more extraordinary and direction.” Angeles City Council’s 5th District ted to working on and solving the world, because the design is just better for the city,” Vice Chair Los Angeles Police Department in 2022, gathered with a dozen res- issue.” incredible, and it will be in the Lori Greene Gordon added. Capt. Shannon Paulson said law best location in Beverly Hills … For instance, while the com- It will serve the city well for gen- missioners expressed support for erations,” Beny Alagem said. public access to the gardens, The current project will be Commissioner Myra Demeter constructed on a podium that pointed out that pedestrian access spans Merv Griffin Way, allow- was limited to three entrances. ing the project site to connect on “I believe you are not provid- both sides of the street while traf- ing the necessary access to this fic can continue unimpeded. The new development for people on development team is also expect- the south side who don’t want to ing to build three buildings – they get in their cars and drive,” had initially planned for four – to Demeter said. limit the footprint of the build- In addition, the one member of ings, but “the tradeoff was the public who expressed con- height,” Kahan said. The cern about the project, Mark 500,000-square-foot Santa Elliot, pointed out that the project Monica Residences building is would only pay into an afford- expected to be 32 stories or 410 able housing trust fund instead of feet tall. It will contain 162 resi- creating affordable units on site. dential units. The Garden “A project of this magnitude Residences building will be 28 should provide affordable units stories or 369 feet tall. The to address unmet needs for 424,000-square-foot structure affordable housing, rather than will contain 141 residential units. simply contribute to an afford- The 214,000-square-foot able housing trust fund,” Elliot Wilshire Building will be 11 sto- said. ries or 124 feet tall, and it will Ostroff said Elliot may have a contain 37 residential units and point, and changes may be forth- 42 hotel rooms. coming, though Elliot may not “To accomplish our goals, get everything for which he including maintaining the asked. approved square footage, the “I, in part, agree with Mr. option was to increase the height Elliot in that [the developers] of the buildings. But remember should address specifically what you get in return: more affordable housing as part of the openness, more gardens, more development agreement. I agree blue space and I should mention, with him in part, in that I don’t much better architecture,” Kahan agree that it has to be on the site,” said. Ostroff said. One Beverly Hills is also Answers to the commission- expected to be environmentally ers’ questions and concerns will friendly, with the developers pur- come back during the April 19 suing LEED Gold and WELL meeting, when Ostroff said he certifications. In addition, the 8 hopes to put “a ribbon” on the acres of botanical gardens – 4.5 project and send it to the City acres of which will be open to the Council. Ostroff added that if public; the remainder will be for approval isn’t given by April 19, residents and guests of the com- it must be done by April 22 to plex and members of an ameni- remain on schedule. ties-access program – will fea- “Thanks for putting such a nice ture many native plants among project on our plates,” Ostroff its 40 tree types and 250 plant said to the development team. 22 April 15, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

soon to say much. She is still new to potential catalysts for progress, the game, but I think the future is in including plans to renovate and Raman meeting with community groups front of us and am hopeful about expand studio space at Television From page 1 making progress.” City in the Fairfax District, and the Raman acknowledged that the address these different encamp- considering plans to extend the use The Sycamore Square new subway project, scheduled to city is facing dire problems due to ments, whether they be [issues] of the Pan Pacific Park Recreation Neighborhood Association also met open in 2023. homelessness and a lack of hous- related to pedestrian walkability or Center for services for the homeless with the councilwoman. “With the Purple Line, I think we ing, and there is a need for urgent garbage or whether it be related to population. Parks and other commu- “We have a fledgling relationship have an opportunity to really make action. As the city moves forward criminal activity, we need to be able nity-serving locations are not appro- and we have begun working regu- sure that we are being thoughtful in recovery from the COVID-19 to know who is out there, what priate places for such facilities, she larly with the council office,” said about how this becomes a center of pandemic, she is eager to move her information they have.” added, and the facility in Pan Pacific association president Conrad Starr. tourism and of work and recovery virtual meetings with community Raman added that she under- Park will close at the end of May. “We were joined by Councilwoman in these coming months and years. groups to in-person encounters. stands neighborhood frustration, and Raman is encouraged by positive Raman and two of her staff mem- Obviously, a lot more people are “I am really excited to [start] doing she is frustrated too that things aren’t developments in possibly resolving bers at our February board meeting going to be visiting these areas, these meetings face to face, because moving quickly enough. In regards a lawsuit that currently precludes and look forward to continued people are going to be using the they will result in deeper connections to an encampment in the Los Feliz the city from removing tents from engagement.” Purple line, and we have the oppor- than the digital interface allows you District near Berendo Street and sidewalks. Discussions are ongoing Raman said the Miracle Mile is tunity to say, as we look around to do,” Raman said. “When I first got Hollywood Boulevard, where neigh- about a resolution that would an important part of the 4th District those areas, ‘how do we make it a into office, it was when all of the bors have been critical about a slow enable the city to remove tents and and promised to spend more time place where these new investments most severe restrictions were hap- response in addressing crime and encampments if it commits to pro- ensuring things are on track with will have the least impact?’” pening, and I remember very clearly public health issues, Raman said a viding permanent housing. major projects, including the open- Steve Kramer, president of the what former Councilman LaBonge more coordinated focus is being “I think the most exciting thing ing of the Academy Museum, re- Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of told me, and that is, ‘You and your placed on getting people into hous- about the case is that it’s going to envisioned Los Angeles County Commerce, said Raman is expected staff always have to drive the dis- ing, but it will take time. commit the city to very ambitious Museum of Art and the Purple Line to appear at the chamber’s monthly trict.’ It was ironic that it was one of goals for housing construction and Extension subway project. meeting on Friday, May 14, and he the only things I could do during shelter provision, and I think that “I have met with the people from is looking forward to building a those early weeks, so I did a lot of “I think it’s too soon sense of urgency has already moved the institutions, both the Academy stronger relationship with the coun- that and so did my team.” to say much. She is us to having many more housing Museum and LACMA,” Raman cilwoman and her staff. Raman said there are no easy options than we did a year ago,” said. “We have had our initial meet- “We are happy to know she will still new to the ings and now that we can do more in- be joining us for our May meeting,” answers, particularly to homeless- game.” Raman said. “I do think it’s really ness, but the city is taking steps to important that [it’s] not just the city person stuff, I am going to be going Kramer said. “I’m excited she is out to visit those sites and to see … reaching out and we will get to provide more relief for people liv- -John Winther, taking this on, that we work more ing on the streets. One problem, closely with the county. We desper- what they have achieved already.” know her better, and she will get to member of the Greater She also cited other projects as know us better.” Raman said, is a lack of coordina- Wilshire Neighborhood Council ately need more targeted mental tion between different agencies health services, we desperately need addressing problems in specific more mental health crisis beds, we neighborhoods. She said the Los “We had a meeting with the desperately need substance abuse Theaters remembered fondly Angeles County Homeless Services LAPD and they told us that the support, and these are things we From page 1 Authority may be providing out- encampment [in Los Feliz] has been need to be talking about as well.” reach and services at one encamp- there in some shape or form for nine Optimism about the pandemic “I’m so sad. I remember going to production companies, too many ment, while another county or city years. We have already gotten peo- recovery is leading to opportunities, the Cinerama Dome to see ‘Star directors, too many actors – that agency, or private organizations ple housed there, we are spending a she said, and her staff has been Trek IV’ with my dad when I was don’t want to see that be demol- that partner with local government, huge amount of time on it and we advising businesses about resources little. So many memories since ished or turned into a Sephora or are operating independently at near- have made progress there already,” available and helping them apply then,” actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt like an Anthropologie,” she said. by encampments. A more compre- Raman said. “I share people’s impa- for loans and other relief. said on Twitter. Meanwhile, the future of the the- hensive grassroots effort in which tience and frustration, and that’s why To ensure an equitable recovery, “Difficult to process this news. ater at The Grove, is a little more community organizations play a I ran for office. All I can commit to Raman stressed more community Truly devastating,” actor Elijah certain, as founder and CEO Rick role in neighborhoods is crucial, is saying we are putting an incredi- partnerships. The councilwoman Wood said on Twitter. Caruso vowed in a statement that she said, and cited the Center at ble amount of time and effort into said she has met virtually with com- “Well this sucks. Every single “we firmly believe in the future of Blessed Sacrament, which provides this, but we think we can do better.” munity groups, homeowner associ- person who worked at the ArcLight the moviegoing experience.” services to unhoused individuals in Raman also said her plans for ations and the Mid City West loved movies, and you felt it. “Our properties have always Hollywood, as a model that should addressing homelessness include Community Council and Greater Sending love to every usher, man- been inspired by the art of filmmak- be replicated. partnering with churches and syna- Wilshire Neighborhood Council, ager and projectionist who rocked ing and the magic of Hollywood – “Essentially, the way outreach gogues, nonprofits and neighbor- for which she committed to better that blue shirt and made it such a in fact, early in our history, we con- works in the district is that there is a hood organizations, and asked any- helping businesses thrive in special place,” said Rian Johnson, sulted with set designers to help us patchwork of providers. Because one interested in offering support to Larchmont Village. John Winther, a director and producer, on Twitter. reimagine a whole new shopping outreach is coordinated at [the contact the office’s homelessness member of the Greater Wilshire Film lovers especially have experience. While we are sad to see county level and] the money comes coordinator, Liz Oh, by emailing Neighborhood Council and presi- expressed concern about the future [Monday]’s news, Angelenos and directly from Measure H, it’s not [email protected]. Raman is still dent of the Larchmont Boulevard of the Cinerama Dome on Sunset moviegoers across the country can organized at the level of the council pursuing a plan to create a neigh- Association, said he is encouraged Boulevard, which was built in 1963 rest assured knowing that there will district,” Raman said. “There is this borhood drop-in center for people that the councilwoman is willing to and received historic monument always be a place on our properties really big patchwork of agencies who are unhoused where they can help, and added that the effort is in status in 1998. The dome has show- to revel in the shared experience of and groups that are going out to dif- use restrooms and take showers and its early stages. cased the work of some of the most watching a film together,” he said in ferent places. So when we, as a meet with service providers. “We have spoken with her about famous directors, including Stanley the statement. council district, are going out to The councilwoman said she is not it,” Winther added. “I think it’s too Kubrick, Quentin Tarantino and “Los Angeles is the epicenter of Steven Spielberg. A petition to the film industry, it would be an “Save the Cinerama Dome” has unimaginable loss to our city if we garnered more than 7,000 signa- were to lose this critical touchpoint Hospital building’s height raises concerns tures on change.org in a day. and the ability to celebrate story- From page 7 “The dome is just as important as telling and the magical ways it can the Chinese Theatre – I would say bring all of us together. In 2002, we Drive.” won’t address the problems. ence of it is overbearing. There are even more-so in recent years,” said built and operated the theater at The Developers said they’re hoping Nahapetov, who said three genera- architectural moves that could be Alison Martino, a television pro- Grove for several years to such suc- to abate parking and traffic con- tions of her family have lived in the done to the building to make it feel ducer and founder of Vintage Los cess that it wasn’t long until multi- cerns by having additional parking building, said that she only found smaller.” Angeles, which documents the ple theater operators approached us at the former Olympia Medical out about the project through an Alper, who works from home city’s history. “If L.A. loses the to purchase the asset; we ultimately Center parking structure both dur- email from the neighborhood coun- and said she’s concerned about the dome, I would probably move. I selected Pacific Theatres. Our the- ing and after construction, along cil. noise disrupting her job, said that might move from L.A. I don’t think aters have consistently performed with a full-time valet. They vowed She said her primary concern she’s been following the project for I can handle that one.” among the top in the country, so I to comply with all city regulatory stems from the fact that they didn’t months as it made its way through Martino, who said that her “heart have no doubt in my mind that this measures to limit noise and vibra- take into consideration that the res- the city process. She’s written let- sank” when Pacific Theatres made is what our guest is looking for – tion. idential neighborhood is occupied ters to elected officials to voice that the announcement, said that the loss that this is a part of the very culture “Except for the repaving of the by people who are at home due to displeasure. of historic theaters is devastating to that defines who we are as alley during the final phase of con- the pandemic – and will continue to Alper added that as more and a city where the movie industry is Angelenos,” he said. struction, which will be fully fund- be so, as jobs shift to work-from- more neighbors are finding out such a big part of its history. She ed by the hospital, adjacent neigh- home, and more meetings and about the project, their discontent is said people still talk about the loss Answers From Page 23 bors will never lose access to the schooling are held virtually. continuing to grow. But she said of the Mann National in Westwood alley or their garages. The applicant “It’s very impersonal. These are she feels like there’s not much they more than a decade later. wants to have a continual dialogue people’s lives that are being can do. Despite the closure, Martino with their neighbors to continue to impacted,” she said. “It’s not being “There are a lot of conversations expressed confidence that some- address any concerns. Neighbors approached in a humane way. I in the neighborhood happening body will step in to operate the the- should know that they can always feel like we’re not being told a lot amongst neighbors,” she said. “I ater – and that combined with the contact DOCS Surgical at any time of things. … It’s very underhand- feel like I’m waiting for a tidal fact that the historic landmark sta- with questions or concerns. DOCS ed.” wave to come. There’s nowhere to tus makes it impossible to demolish will also provide the community Wacht said the best step develop- go.” the building without a drawn-out with a direct contact during all con- ers could take is to reduce the pro- The project is next scheduled for public process, there is probably struction activities,” the response ject’s visual mass. a hearing before the City Planning good news for the dome’s future. read. “It’s disrespectful to residents. Commission on May 27, followed “There’s too many people in this Despite those modifications, the It’s disrespectful to our neighbor- by a hearing before the City town – too many, too many movie- neighbors still claim those changes hood,” he said. “The physical pres- Council later this summer. goers, too many studios, too many Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 23 April 15, 2021 Classified Advertising email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY COMPUTER HARDWARE INCOME TAX UPHOLSTERY WEBSITE DESIGN ALL YEAR ALAKAZAM TThehe INCOME TAX UPHOLSTERY & DRAPERY

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