Summer Giveaway

Palisadian-Post Serving the Community Since 1928 20 Pages Thursday, July 19, 2018 ◆ Pacific Palisades, California $1.50 Coastal Commission Denies Highlands Summer Appeal, Developer Moves Forward Giveaway By CHRISTIAN MONTERROSA Reporter he California Coastal Com- mission denied an appeal to Tthe proposed eldercare facility at 1525 Palisades Drive at a hearing in Santa Cruz on Wednesday, July 11, in the latest development of a months-long debacle that has taken social media and Palisadian community meetings by storm. The decision was the latest loss by the appellants as they have now been denied an appeal by both city and state regulators. At the hearing, attorneys for developer Rony Shram and the appellants, Pacific Palisades Res- idents Association, were given five minutes for a final statement before a decision was given. “This project is going to harm these important coastal resources because the city refused Tom Donovan presents his findings to the Coastal Commission. Photos by Christian Monterrosa to consider and evaluate views from public trails and traffic and with some receiving empty enve- mission Chair Sara Wan. ularly in places like the Palisades. parking impacts to public access, lopes in the mail. Requests for a Commissioner Luevano re- “Her thoughtful remarks elo- solely because the site is two- postponed hearing were denied. ported receiving a text message quently summarized many of our and-half-miles from the ocean,” Steve Hudson, California from Councilmember Mike Bo- supporters’ sentiments.” said Tom Donovan, attorney for Coastal Commission deputy di- nin advocating for the project Conner expressed disap- the PPRA. “We are not opposed rector, later said that corrected and stating that “most people in pointment with the decision. She to developing the site, but the follow-up notices were sent and the community favor it.” said that her association is con- only way the Commission can that phone calls to several ap- Additionally, local leaders sidering a number of options for Photo by Jakob Layman review or mitigate any impacts is pellants were made to confirm like Pacific Palisades Commu- appeal in court and has until Sep- It’s time to dine: The Palisadian-Post continues its summer by finding substantial issue.” receipt. nity Council Treasurer Richard tember to take legal action. giveaway series with a $100 gift card, designed for a date night for Speaking on Shram’s behalf, After reading the staff report Cohen, Secretary Chris Spitz and “This may well be the only two at Tallula’s. To enter, email “date night” to mypost@palipost. attorney Kevin McDonnell gave that found “no substantial issue” Chair-Elect of the Pacific Pal- way to ensure a fair hearing of all com by Tuesday, July 24, at 10 a.m. Congratulations to last week’s a short history of the lot in ques- with the project, commissioners isades Chamber of Commerce relevant issues,” Conner said in a winner, Allegra Mancuso, who took home a gift basket from Caffe tion and had retired fire chief were required to disclose any Richard Blumenberg penned let- statement to the Post. Luxxe. Tom Oaks at the ready to answer ex-parte communications held ters of support for the project to She said the process had been any fire hazard-related questions. prior to the hearing. Commission- the commissioners, stating their tainted by politics and lobbying, Oaks had also written a letter to ers Steve Padilla, Ryan Sundberg position only as private citizens. and that the administrative proce- Coastal Commission staff re- and Roberto Uranga all reported “I know that these projects dures did not provide for discov- garding any potential fire hazards taking meetings or phone calls are difficult, but I think this is an ery or any real way to challenge Body Found in and found the project, which will with Shram and Susan McCabe, important project for the reasons “what we believe were mislead- house and treat elderly people, a coastal commission lobbyist. stated by the applicant,” Com- ing data and statements by the would be in “little to no threat.” Padilla and Uranga also re- missioner Donne Brownsey said. developer and his supporters … ” Just days before, several ap- ported communications with “Because housing for seniors, “Of course, most residents Topanga State Park pellants reported that proper no- Donovan, PPRA President Sarah especially in higher income zip of The Highlands and PPRA are tice had not been given to them, Conner and former Coastal Com- codes, I think is very difficult to willing to meet with the develop- By TRILBY BERESFORD LAPD Homicide.” site, even though it is an extreme- er to try to resolve our concerns Reporter The area was closed while the ly needed service.” outside of the litigation process, investigation into the woman’s When the Coastal Commis- but to date the developer has t approximately 4 p.m. on death commenced. sion unanimously voted to find shown no interest in such dis- Monday, July 16, a woman’s Authorities have not yet iden- no substantial issue, allowing cussions,” she continued. “That Abody was found in some bushes tified the woman, though she re- the eldercare facility to be built, avenue remains open, but in the near a Topanga State Park hiking portedly matches the description Shram and his consultants let out meantime we will do what is trail. of a 26-year-old female hiker who a sigh of relief and hugged each necessary to protect the coastal According to City News Ser- went missing in the park on Sun- other in celebration. resources of the Palisades High- vice, a hiker discovered the body day morning. Her car was found “We are very pleased with the lands.” and alerted the Los Angeles Po- in the park. Commission’s unanimous deci- For Conner’s fellow PPRA lice Department, who arrived at Until the Los Angeles Coro- sion,” Shram said in a statement board member Jan Rutkin Osten- the 20800 block of West Entrada ner’s Office can confirm a cause to the Palisadian-Post. “Equally dorf, who was at the hearing in Road. of death, it is unknown if heat gratifying was Commissioner Santa Cruz, the fight is far from The Los Angeles Sheriff’s played a factor. However, LAPD Brownsey’s insightful commen- over. Department was also called to Lieutenant John Radtke told tary about both the importance “We’re going to keep fight- the scene. On a phone call with ABC7 that he advises the public and the challenges of developing ing,” she said, “because this isn’t the Palisadian-Post, LASD said, to prepare accordingly when hik- Rony Shram smiles after a decision is made in his favor. these senior communities, partic- happening. No way.” “This case is being handled by ing in summer temperatures. Palisadians Among 2018 THIS WEEK iN pali life Emmy Nominees ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC: Flood Magazine Editor-in- Chief Nate Rogers Shares By TRILBY BERESFORD Some of His Past and Reporter Larry David Photos courtesy of HBO Current Favorites aking television is hard against his friend Ted Danson for (Page 13) work, but some people have “The Good Place.” Mto do it. Among the Best Drama nom- Those involved in the best inees is “Westworld,” execu- and brightest programs have been tive produced by Palisadian J.J. recognized with 2018 Emmy nom- Abrams. The series has 21 nomi- inations, topping off a remarkable nations, surpassed only by “Game year in entertainment. of Thrones.” Actors Samira Wiley and Ryan Dan Castellaneta is nominated Eggold announced the nominees for the various voices he does in on Thursday, July 12, at the Saban “The Simpsons,” including Ho- FOOD REVIEW: Media Center in North Hollywood. mer. Castellaneta’s prolific career Shutters on the Beach – Palisadian nominees include includes “Hey, Arnold!” and “Ru- 1 Pico (Page 14) Bill Hader for acting in, writing Bill Hader as Barry Berkman grats.” and directing HBO’s “Barry,” The Palisadian-Post congrat- which he co-created with Alec Live,” where his performance ca- Emmy for “Big Little Lies” last ulates every nominee. Berg. reer began. As these nominations year, is nominated for Outstanding Tune into the 70th Primetime As one of the leaders this year, complement the work Hader does Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Emmy Awards on Monday, Sept. “Barry” has 13 Emmy nomina- in independent film, his status as a Movie for “The Tale.” 17, hosted by “SNL” players Mi- tions overall. versatile performer and filmmaker Larry David is nominated for chael Che and Colin Jost, and Hader is also nominated for has been cemented. “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” current- broadcast on NBC from the Mic- guest acting in “Saturday Night Laura Dern, who won an ly in its ninth season. He competes rosoft Theater. Page 2 Palisadian-Post July 19, 2018 WEB TALK This week’s hottest topics on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram Palisadian-Post Happy Sunday! Photo by @esocia. #palisades #palipost UT OF THE AST 22¢¢ O P Your Two Cents’ Worth Got something to say? 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