Council Sets Hollywood's Target Project Back on Track

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Volume 26 No. 18 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities May 5, 2016 Council sets Hollywood’s Homeless population continues to grow Targetn project back on track n Neighborhood leaders Unsheltered estimates increase by 21 percent vow to halt project again By GreGory Cornfield Total homeless population: By edwin folven 2015: 44,359 According to the results of the 2016: 46,874 The Los Angeles City Council county’s homeless count earlier this Veteran homeless: approved a plan Wednesday to put year, the crisis has worsened over the unfinished Target project at the past year. 2015: 4,362 Sunset Boulevard and Western The Los Angeles Homeless 2016: 3,071 Avenue back on track. Services Authority (LAHSA) The council unanimously voted announced Wednesday that volun- Council District 13: to approve an amendment to the teers tallied 46,874 individuals 2015: 2,270 Station Neighborhood Area Plan experiencing homelessness in January – a 6 percent increase in the 2016: 3,036 (SNAP) that will enable construc- District 5: tion to resume on the project. The county, and 11 percent in the city amendment allows a 74-foot Target over last year. 2015: 879 The unsheltered population in the building at the location, which is photo by Edwin Folven 2016: 913 zoned for 35-foot-tall structures. city increased by 21 percent. District 4 The change would only pertain to The Target project at Sunset Boulevard and Western Avenue may Council District 13 saw a 34 per- the Target site. resume after the Los Angeles City Council approved an amendment cent increase, from 2,270 to 3,036 2015: 625 Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, Wednesday to change height limits at the site. 2016: 628 13th District, backed the amend- See Count page 22 ment and said he is pleased that the buildings in the area. An appeal to whelming community support, will council decision sets the stage for that ruling is pending. bring hundreds of construction jobs work to resume. The previously “Target needs to complete the and permanent employment oppor- approved Target project was halted project and activate that very tunities to local residents, and gen- in August 2014 after a Los Angeles important commercial corner of erate tax revenue so that L.A. can Superior Court judge sided with Sunset Boulevard and Western provide services our residents community groups seeking to stop Avenue in Hollywood,” O’Farrell deserve.” the development on grounds that it said. “It is time to look forward and exceeded a 35-foot height limit for not back. This project has over- See Target page 22 Inspired by Mom and Great-Grandma: photo courtesy of Mid City West Community Council nsisters take their shot The Mid City West Community Council was pleased with improved com- A family affair at the Farmers Market munity participation that led to more than 50 people running for open seats. By Justin sayles name – Zia Valentina is named after their Sicilian great aunt, a For sisters and Zia Valentina culinary wiz known for healthy Voter turnout jumps for owners Naomi Kashi and Dorit and delicious creations. Simone, their Los Angeles grani- “We come from a long lineage tas shop represents an opportunity of strong women,” Simone said. Mid City West election to flex their entrepreneurial mus- That inspiration and their sib- By GreGory Cornfield cles and continue their family’s ling connection led the duo into deep candidate pool and 29 com- long history of strong female role their current endeavor. petitive seats. models. Three years ago, Kashi moved courtesy Zia Valentina Approximately 328 people voted “We were really successful in Growing up in the New York to Los Angeles and began staying in the Mid City West Community recruiting candidates this year,” he area before relocating to Southern Sisters Dorit Simone, left, and Council (MCWCC) election to said. “And competitive races bring California, the sisters had been with Simone, who herself had Naomi Kashi started selling decide who will fill the 35 open voters out.” inspired by people such as their relocated a few years earlier. “Waffleshots” out of their seats – a welcome improvement He said the MCWCC’s election great-grandmother, a single moth- Kashi would use the kitchen Original Farmers Market loca- after only 63 votes were cast in er who raised three children dur- experiment with new ideas, but committee also stepped up by tion in 2013. 2012. ing the great depression, and their didn’t know exactly where it scheduling different election events mother, who moved to Los would take her. “We’re very pleased,” said coun- and making a push on social media actresses,” Simone said. “I said, Angeles to help out with their Simone, who also works as a cil chairman Scott Epstein. “It’s and with advertisements. MCWCC ‘What do you want?’” also a 50 percent increase in turnout three-year-old business. talent manager, tapped into her also opted to use online voting Kashi settled on granitas, a over two years ago.” In fact, that strong female pres- career-advising skills. tools, and almost 50 percent of vot- semi-frozen Italian dessert made Epstein credited the improved ence is built into their business’ “I took her on like one of my ers submitted ballots online. See Zia page 22 turnout to a few factors, including a See results page 22

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5 Evie Litwok invited to “Landlord Basics 101,” an oin Evie Litwok for a discussion installment of West Hollywood’s “Queer, Old and in Solitary” on “RSO Building Blocks” seminar, on JThursday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the C a l e n d a r Tuesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. in the West Hollywood Community Center at Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Renberg 471 S. Roxbury Dr. (310)601-2422, Plummer Park. Topics will include Theatre. When Litwok was 60 years www.bhba.org. old, she was wrongly convicted of tax entitlements when units are re-regis- evasion and sent to a federal women’s tered, penalties for failure to re-regis- prison. A consultant, writer, speaker Children’s Concert ter, and how to avoid rent reductions est Hollywood presents and social activist, Litwok collected and overcharges. 7377 Santa Monica soundSpark, a monthly music stories of others while in prison, which Blvd., Room 6. (323)848-6450, series for young children featuring she uses in her Witness to Mass W www.weho.org. solo and duo performances by emerg- Incarceration project. 1125 N. ing artists, on Saturday, May 7 at noon McCadden Place. www.vanguard- in the West Hollywood Children’s now.org. 11 Senior Health Fair Theater. Rachel Beetz will perform. est Hollywood’s annual senior 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. www.sas- health fair is on Wednesday, ‘Eastside Heartbeats’ sas.org/calendar or WMay 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at the ASA 0101 Theater presents www.weho.org/arts. Community Center at Plummer Park. “Eastside Heartbeats: A New Rock Free health screenings will be offered. C‘n’ Roll Musical” Thursday, May 5 Complimentary lunches are available; through Sunday, May 29. The musical ‘Music & Merit advance reservations for lunch are play tells the fictional story of Jimmy Awards Gala’ required and can be made by calling Ramirez, leader of the four-man vocal he Neighborhood Music School is (323)848-6820. 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. (323)848-651, www.weho.org. group the Eastside Heartbeats. It is photo courtesy of the Loren L. Zachary hosting its “Music & Merit inspired by the true story of Cannibal TAwards Gala” on Saturday, May 7 at and the Headhunters, the group that Ten emerging singers from a nationwide search will perform the music the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The opened for The Beatles at the of Verdi, Puccini, Mozart and others at the 44th annual Loren L. Zachary school, located in Boyle Heights, 12 JVSLA Strictly Hollywood Bowl in 1965. Showtime National Vocal Competition Showcase Concert on Sunday, May 15 at 2 helps children discover music while Business Luncheon on May 5 is 8 p.m. Regular showtimes p.m. at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. The performers will be joined by the embarking on a journey of self-dis- ewish Vocational Service of Los are 8 p.m., Friday; 3 and 8 p.m., Los Angeles Performing Arts Orchestra, conducted by Frank Fetta. The covery. The President’s Award will be Angeles is holding its Strictly Saturday; 5 p.m., Sunday. Tickets are vocalists include baritone Kihun Yoon, a participant in the LA Opera presented to producer, performer and JBusiness Awards luncheon on $30. 2102 E. First St. (323)263-7684, educator Dan Guerrero, and the Thursday, May 12 at The Beverly Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artists Program, as well as tenors Mario www.casa0101.org. Mancini Award will be given to Dr. Hilton. Dan Goldenberg, a national Rojas and Galeano Galas, character tenor Robert Norman, baritones Albert McNeil, founder of the Albert advocate for veterans and executive Jarrett Ott and John Viscardi, and sopranos Jessica Rose Cambio, McNeil Jubilee Singers. A reception director of the Call of Duty Sci-Fest LA Vanessa Vasquez, Jungwon Choi and Christie Conover. 4401 W. Eighth begins at 5:30 p.m.; dinner and enter- Endowment will give the keynote he Los Angeles Science Fiction St. Admission is free; tickets required by calling (310)276-2731. tainment begins at 7 p.m. Tickets start speech. Universal Protection Service One-Act Play Festival returns from at $250. 111 S. Grand Ave. (323)268- will be honored with the JVS TThursday, May 5 through Sunday, May 0762, www.nmscelebration.org. Corporate Partnership Award, and 29 at the Acme Theatre. The plays meaning of work, the value of art and JVS Inspiration Awards will be pre- include “A Midnight Clear,” “Arrival,” Book Sale ook lovers can find rarities and the survival of family in a time of eco- sented to three clients who illustrate “Certain Unexplainable Events,” nomic crisis. Showtimes are 8 p.m., 8 Opera Benefit the agency’s mission to lift people out bargains at the John C. Fremont talian tenor Stefano Milani will “Love Life Alpha” and many others. Friday and Saturday; 7 p.m., Sunday of poverty and gain employment. A BLibrary’s book sale on Friday, May 6 perform on Sunday, May 8 at 4 Showtimes are 8 p.m. Tickets are $26. through May 22, with additional networking reception starts at 11 a.m.; from noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday, and 8 p.m. in the Rooftop Bayview 135 N. La Brea Ave. www.sci- showtimes on Thursday, May 26, I luncheon and program begins at noon. May 7 from noon to 5 p.m. CDs, Concert Hall at the Marina del Rey fest.com. Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28 9876 Wilshire Blvd. www.jvsla.org. DVDs, audio books and videos will Marriott Hotel. Milani will sing arias also be offered, and proceeds support at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20; $15 for students and seniors. 544 N. Fairfax Ave. from “La Traviata,” “Pagliacci,” 6 Cancer Screenings the library’s programs. 6121 Melrose “Rigoletto” and “Turandot.” The edars-Sinai Medical Center’s Ave. (323)962-3521, www.lapl.org. (323)673-0544, www.greenway- B.H. Chamber courttheatre.org/tickets. program also includes Neapolitan Samuel Oschin Comprehensive favorites such as “O Sole Mio,” FLAIR Mixer CCancer Institute and Department of “Con Te Partiro” and “Mamma Son he Beverly Hills Chamber of Surgery are offering free head and neck ‘Foreclosure or 7 Legal Clinic Tante Felice.” The concert benefits Commerce is holding its spring cancer screenings on Friday, May 6 olunteer attorneys from the the L.A. Mission and Children of the T“FLAIR: Finance, Law, Accounting, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital’s Yelling at Women Beverly Hills Bar Association Night. Tickets start at $37. 4100 Insurance and Real Estate” mixer on Cancer Institute. More than 50,000 Walking Their Dogs’ VBarristers will answer legal questions Admiralty Way. (818)510-1915, Thursday, May 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 people are diagnosed with head and ctor and playwright Raymond J. during a free clinic on Saturday, May www.StefanoMilaniSings.com. p.m. at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. neck cancer yearly in the United States, Barry’s “Foreclosure or Yelling 7 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Elm Admission is $25 for chamber mem- but many have the disease for years Aat Women Walking Their Dogs” runs Room at Roxbury Park in Beverly bers; $45 for nonmembers. A 10 per- and don’t know it, making regular from Friday, May 6 through Saturday, Hills. Small claims, wills and trusts, ‘Landlord Basics 101’ cent discount is offered for guests who screenings vital. 8700 Beverly Blvd. May 28 at the Greenway Court business disputes, consumer law and roperty owners, managers, tenants register before May 9. 242 N. Beverly Pre-register by calling (310)423-3518. Theatre. The new play questions the landlord-tenant law will be discussed. Pand community members are Dr. www.beverlyhillschamber.com.

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspapers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court Order No 736637. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 May 5, 2016 Horvath, Montemayor bound for national convention By Justin sayles event where Clinton was approached by a young girl. That girl then turned West Hollywood Council member to her mother and said that she want- Lindsey Horvath and city Public ed to grow up to be president. Safety Commission member Estevan More personally, Horvath was Montemayor will likely get to play a faced with a moment of doubt after role in history after being selected as losing an election in 2011. A conver- Hillary Clinton delegates to the sation with Clinton helped spur her to Democratic National Convention in give it another try. Philadelphia this summer. “She encouraged me to run again Horvath and Montemayor were and I did,” Horvath said. “Eventually the top female and male vote getters I became mayor.” in a caucus to decide the delegates for Montemayor, who managed California’s 28th Congressional dis- Horvath’s campaign and serves as trict, meaning that they are all but communications director for guaranteed a place at the convention Councilman David Ryu, said that he courtesy of the city of West Hollywood in July. has been a long-time supporter of The West Hollywood City Council will revisit the proposed name of To secure delegates under the Clinton in part because she is a photo courtesy of Lindsey Horvath the city’s nascent bike share program at its next meeting on May 16. California primary system, presiden- strong female role model similar to West Hollywood Councilwoman tial candidates must receive 15 per- those he found in his family. He was Lindsey Horvath is expected to attend cent of the vote in a district. If raised by a single mom, who herself the Democratic National Convention Clinton prevents her opponent, U.S. was raised by a single mom. ‘WeHoGo’ name gets flat reception as a Hillary Clinton delegate. Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.), from “Getting to the convention as a By Justin sayles around the city. reaching that threshold, seven delegate to vote for her nomination delegate lead over Sanders, Horvath “I think we’re giving away the Clinton delegates and one alternate as the first woman on the major said the Clinton campaign is still The West Hollywood City store for 150 bikes,” D’Amico would attend the convention. party ticket is incredibly gratifying working to drum up support for Council this week tabled a deci- said. “I think WeHoGo is a really Both Horvath and Montemayor and inspirational,” said California’s primary, which will be sion on the proposed name of the nice, hard, solid idea that is too Montemayor, who received 201 are excited to play roles in the nomi- held on June 7. Hovarth, who is city’s planned bike share system. big of a hammer for this nail.” nation of the first female candidate to votes at the caucus. working personally with some vol- The council will reconsider the While noting he may have head a major party’s ticket in the U.S. While he’s a first-time delegate, it unteers, is finding a lot of voters name – “WeHoGo” – at its next chosen a different name for the Horvath, former mayor of West will be Montemayor’s second trip to interested in the race. meeting on Monday, May 16. In program, Mayor Pro Tem John Hollywood and current council a Democratic National Convention. “I think there’s a lot of misconcep- the interim, staff members and Heilman suggested the council member, said Clinton has been a role In 2008, he attended the DNC in tion that people aren’t excited or the branding company working approve WeHoGo. He’s more model. In addition to being a policy- Denver as special guest and wit- they’re turned off in this election concerned with functionality setting first lady when her husband nessed the nomination of Barack cycle, but nothing could be further with the city will reconsider the name for the 150-bike program, than branding, he said. was president, Clinton has served as Obama as the first African-American from the truth,” she said. “Ultimately, I think what is which is set to launch in July. a U.S. senator and secretary of state. to lead a major party ticket. The 28th Congressional District is going to wow people is the bikes Councilmember John “She has broken through countless Montemayor also said he is excit- comprised of West Hollywood, out there,” Heilman said. D’Amico said the city should ceilings in her career,” said Horvath, ed to get to play a role in deciding the Burbank, Glendale and parts of Loz Approved by the West who received 275 votes at the cau- party platform, a key job of delegates Feliz and Silver Lake. A total of 530 reserve the name WeHoGo as an Hollywood City Council in cus. “I really admire her example and to the convention. He anticipates a ballots were cast in the caucus. The umbrella term for all its trans- August 2015, the bike share pro- leadership as a woman in politics.” more progressive platform because other delegates were Lizzie Prestel, portation modes. When he hears gram is scheduled to launch with She has seen firsthand the inspira- of the large number of delegates Cecilia Cabello, Heidi Shink, Wesley the name, he said, he envisions 150 GPS-enabled “smart bikes” tion that Clinton has been able to pro- Sanders has secured. Earley, William Kysella and Thomas people talking about ride share See bike share page 21 vide. Horvath recalls a campaign While Clinton maintains a sizeable Drew. apps or public transit to get 4 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Fire destroys two SuspectBy edwin folven in officer-involved shooting eludes police

Police searched the neighbor- homes in Koreatown hoods around Franklin and Van Ness Avenues for hours Wednesday looking for a male suspect wanted in an officer-involved shooting, but were unable to locate the suspect. The shooting occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. as an unidentified off-duty officer was on his way to work, according to Los Angeles Police Department spokesman Ricardo Hernandez. The officer and suspect were involved in a confrontation, and the suspect bran- dished a gun, he said. The officer photo by Edwin Folven fired at least one shot, and the sus- Police closed Franklin Avenue Wednesday while they searched for a pect fled on foot. It is unclear what suspect in an officer-involved shooting. initiated the confrontation, whether the suspect was struck by gunfire and whether the suspect fired his Avenue within the search perime- never experienced anything like gun. The officer was not injured. ter, were taken to Le Conte Middle this,” Summers said. “There are photo by Edwin Folven Franklin Avenue was closed School for the day as a precaution. police and patrol cars everywhere. A structure fire that was reported shortly before noon on April 29 between Van Ness Avenue and Clay Summers, a resident in the It’s like something out of a in Koreatown heavily damaged two homes and displaced 19 people. Gower Street while officers con- 5700 block of Franklin Ave., said Hollywood movie.” Los Angeles Fire Department investigators are still trying to deter- ducted the search. The LAPD he heard a gunshot, followed by Police discontinued the search mine the cause of the blaze, which started at approximately 11:50 deployed K-9 units and a S.W.A.T. what he thought was a second shot. for the suspect shortly before 4 a.m. in a residence at 173 S. Ardmore Ave., north of Third Street and team to help find the suspect, who He said he has lived on Franklin p.m., said officer Tony Im. Anyone east of Western Avenue. Witnesses reported hearing explosions, lead- was described as Hispanic, approx- Avenue for five years. with information is asked to call ing investigators to surmise that natural gas was involved, LAFD imately 18 to 25 years old. “This is a busy street, but I’ve (877)LAPD247. Brian Humphrey said. It is unclear whether the explosions occurred Personnel from the LAPD’s West before or during the fire. Bureau – which includes the “It becomes a chicken and egg thing,” Humphrey said. “We don’t Wilshire, Hollywood, Olympic, know if it was a cause or something else.” West Los Angeles and Pacific Humphrey said no injuries were reported, which was surprising Divisions – were placed on modi- given the extensive damage to the two residences. The houses were fied tactical alert during the search. gutted by flames and rendered uninhabitable. Two additional adjacent A tactical alert keeps officers in sur- homes also sustained damage, one moderate, one minor. rounding divisions from going off Humphrey added that firefighters rescued a dog at one of the resi- duty so that, in this case, they can dences. The dog, named Brownie, was penned in a yard until the fire respond to emergency calls while was extinguished. The dog was not injured but was taken to a veteri- personnel from Hollywood were narian afterward for an examination. conducting the search, Hernandez Firefighters extinguished the blaze in approximately 50 minutes. said. The Red Cross helped find temporary shelter for the displaced resi- Students at Cheremoya Avenue dents. Humphrey said it is unclear when the investigation will con- Elementary School, which is locat- clude. ed at Cheremoya and Franklin

DriverBy edwin folvenidentified in fatal Sunset Boulevard collision

A driver who was killed on April 28 in a solo vehicle collision at Sunset Boulevard and Larrabee Street in West Hollywood has been identified as Lawrence Everett Simons, 45. Simons was traveling west- bound on Sunset Boulevard in a Nissan Altima at approximately 4:20 a.m. and lost control of the vehicle, according to Sgt. Lance Eddins, with the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station. The Nissan crossed eastbound traffic lanes, drove onto the sidewalk, struck a building under construction and a tree before hitting a traffic signal. The driver was pronounced dead at photo by Edwin Folven the scene. A 45-year-old man was killed on April 28 in a solo-vehicle collision on Lt. William Nash, with the West Sunset Boulevard. Hollywood Sheriff’s Station, said the cause of the collision remains under investigation. He said Nash added that authorities are 1200 block of Vine Street. Winter Simons’ vehicle was traveling at a looking for surveillance video in said toxicology tests to determine high rate of speed when the colli- the area that may have captured if the driver was under the influ- sion occurred, but it is unclear events leading up to the collision. ence of alcohol or drugs will likely exactly how fast. He added that the sheriff’s depart- take months to complete because “We are still trying to get an ment’s Traffic Services Detail is of backlogs. approximate speed the victim was conducting the follow-up investi- Sunset Boulevard was closed going,” Nash added. “The street is gation. from San Vicente Boulevard to rated at 35 miles per hour, and Los Angeles Coroner’s Office Holloway Drive until shortly [judging by] the resulting damage, spokesman Ed Winter said before 2 p.m. on April 28 while the he was going quite a bit over that.” Simons’ last address was in the collision was investigated.

Beverly Hills recognizes members of police force The city of Beverly Hills is munications supervisor Vicki tion and lifesaving merit pin pre- hosting its Police Recognition cer- Ward and lateral police officer sentation. emony on Thursday, May 5 from Erik Pena, as well as patrol officer Beverly Hills City Hall is locat- 4 to 5 p.m. at the City Hall of the quarter recipients. The ed at 455 N. Rexford Dr. For Municipal Gallery. event also includes the depart- information, visit www.beverly- The ceremony will honor com- ment’s merit award pin presenta- hills.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 May 5, 2016 6 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

but if it were to, metaphorically and physi- cally, this is where it should be located. And that was before I knew the subway would stop here.” Govan’s transparent vision for He admitted it may sound like heresy to some Angelenos, but he found Los Angeles to be very similar to New York City. “These are two big, giant, multicultural, complicated cities filled with artists and ambitious people. One’s the gateway to Europe, one’s the gateway to the West. In By GreGory Cornfield some ways they function for the nation like bookends to two worlds – one more to the past and to the power of Europe and sort of LACMAMichael Govan’s office at the Los if you talked to the same man a few New York. He was planning a new museum 18th and 19th century perspectives, and Angeles County Museum of Art looks onto decades ago, that would not have been the where the Whitney Museum of American then one that is clearly this side, clearly ori- Wilshire Boulevard. Every day, the muse- case. Art is now in Manhattan when Nancy Daly ented toward the new world.” um director can see the proverbial obstacle “Since I was a kid I wanted to be an Riordan, the wife of former Mayor Richard Govan said when he moved to L.A. in that he plans to hurdle with an ambitious artist, so I would draw and paint all the Riordan, and other LACMA trustees were 2006, LACMA was an underutilized renovation project. Since Govan can’t part time, and I always thought that that’s what “insistent” that Govan consider L.A. first. resource. But space and architecture have the sea of traffic, LACMA will bridge the I wanted to do,” he said. “I would visit But when first offered the job, Govan – allowed the museum to bring in much museum over the iconic corridor to the museums – it was funny – I liked art but I the man who is now re-sculpting the city’s higher quality art exhibitions. The Broad south side of the street. didn’t like museums. I always thought that biggest museum and possibly its art reputa- Contemporary Art Museum added 60,000 It will cap a decade of massive reimagin- some of the big museums were stuffy and tion – balked at the opportunity. He didn’t square feet of gallery space to the campus ing for Museum Row and the Miracle Mile, unfriendly, like a lot of people do. But I want to take the job, but he promised he in 2008. The Resnick Exhibition Pavilion, following the Petersen Automotive liked art so I had a lot of exposure to art would consider the “big, big, big risk.” an open-plan building designed to adapt to Museum’s $90 million renovation, the and museums.” “I think the common perspective was a rotating slate of exhibitions, added anoth- addition of the Academy Museum and the Govan studied art at Williams College in that Los Angeles – it has a lot of artists – er 40,000 square feet in 2010. The open air BP Grand Entrance hosts Ray’s and Stark Metro Purple Line Extension set to open at Massachusetts – often considered the best but the feeling was there wasn’t a lot of Bar at the center of the museum’s campus. the same time that LACMA reopens in liberal arts college in the country. He cultural philanthropy,” Govan said. “There Monumental works of art, such as Chris 2023. All of which is at or near the corner worked at the Williams College Museum was this question about whether L.A. had Burden’s “Urban Light,” Michael Heizer’s of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. of Art “doing everything from screwing in the wherewithal.” “Levitated Mass,” Robert Irwin’s “Palm But Govan knows that expanding the art light bulbs, to making and curating exhibi- He pointed to fundraising efforts for pro- Gardens,” Barbara Kruger’s “Untitled,” museum means more than a new look for tions, to helping oversee a building [rede- jects like MOCA and Walt Disney Concert and Tony Smith’s “Smoke” have become the corridor. The changes will mean as velopment] project.” Hall that “really struggled” to raise enough iconic. much to the city’s art and culture status as “Once you have that experience … that’s money. And in 2000 when LACMA Govan said it’s only now, three decades they will to the Miracle Mile. kind of how I got into museums,” he said. Sixteen years after a renovation attempt For a year, Govan attended graduate failed due to lack of funding, the conditions school in San Diego and became acquaint- and details of LACMA’s plans have ed with Los Angeles when he visited art changed as much as the city’s reputation exhibitions and galleries. In 1986, for producing, preserving and developing LACMA opened the Art of the Americas art. While it may have been inaccurate to Building on the southeast side of its cam- call Los Angeles an art destination decades pus – which currently houses Govan’s ago, Govan and LACMA are improving office. that reputation as much as their buildings. “I remember when this building And the renovation may be Govan’s Los opened,” he said. “I did not like it. I Angeles magnum opus to help secure the thought it was not a wholly conceived pro- city’s distiction as an art capital of the ject. I only learned later from (former world. LACMA director) Rusty Powell that the After talking for a few minutes with project here was never even finished.” Govan – a 52-year-old Hancock Park resi- Powell left to direct of the National dent – it is clear that he wants to create Gallery in Washington D.C. before the pro- something remarkable for Los Angeles that ject was complete. will reinvent the museum experience. But “It seemed out of date already,” he said. “It was a practical issue of the museum of that time, but it needed more space and there was no space to build because of the Tar Pits, Wilshire Boulevard and Ogden [Drive]. So the only place they could build photo by Edwin Folven is right where we’re sitting. …The circumstances that they had to expand weren’t ideal.” planned to rebuild the campus, the project after Rusty Powell’s expansion, after the Govan left San Diego when he was failed because of a lack of funding. removal of Ogden Drive and the 1994 offered a job as a deputy director to help But after three “really painful” months of acquisition of the May Company Building, renovate the The Solomon R. consideration, Govan decided to take the that LACMA has created a campus plan Guggenheim Museum, or The cross-country leap for “the same thing that “that really works.” Guggenheim, in New York City. During gets everybody to L.A.” “We’re in between now,” he said.” I his time there, Govan had a lot of expo- “It’s the city of the future,” he said. “It’s think we’re in this growth and change sure to Los Angeles thanks to his work not about what it is, it’s about what it can be.” mode because we have done a lot of work, with legendary architect Frank Gehry And what it is now is not too bad either, we have opened the exterior, the plazas, the on the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao he said, because despite a lack of philan- gardens, the large sculpture. We’ve worked in Spain – one of the most architec- thropy, the city was and is an incredibly very hard to make it friendlier, easier, more turally stunning museums in the diverse art community. integrated with the park and public space.” world. One of the persuading elements was that LACMA also reversed a trend under In 1994, Govan moved to the Dia the city and LACMA – which last year cel- Govan’s direction by producing more exhi- Art Foundation where he led the ebrated its 50th birthday – are comparably bitions than it takes in. creation of the Dia:Beacon – a very young when listed with cities like “We’re trying to, in a way, export the modern art museum on the New York or London. California perspective and the Los Angeles Hudson River in Beacon, New “In 2020, I think, the Metropolitan perspective by designing and organizing York. During Govan’s 12 years Museum in New York will celebrate their more shows here and traveling them as director and president of Dia, 150th birthday. So you think about a centu- throughout the world rather than be a the museum’s collection dou- ry and how much happens in a century and venue for shows from elsewhere,” Govan said. “So we can create not just a brand but bled in size. how young this place is,” Govan said. “The a point of view and an intellectual point of Govan was very happy in thrill was that it’s a young place and its view of what it means to look at the art his- future is open. I think that’s what brings tory from Los Angeles.” everybody to L.A. There’s a lot of creative He said part of that L.A. brand will come people who are very invested in the future, not in prestige for the sake of it, but for See LACMA page 20 what can be done.” Govan also learned to love LACMA’s Recently we published our 70th location. Anniversary issue, “Our People, Our “I remember wandering around, and I Places.” There was a mistake in the LACMA was like, ‘Oh my God, this is right in the profile of Michael Govan. We apologize. middle of this giant metropolis. This loca- The Los Angeles County Museum of Art is tion is awesome, just being equidistant the anchor of Museum Row and is a world- from Hollywood and the 10 Freeway class bastion of art and culture. Please enjoy between downtown and the Westside. It’s a reprint of the article by Gregory Cornfield. kind of right in the middle of everything,” We welcome your comments and please con- Govan said. “So I know L.A. has no center, (photo by Catherine Opie) tinue to support LACMA. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 May 5, 2016

Help wanted on Beverly Hills City Council “We need to get n they do not want to delay the with a proposal that prospective this done and get Time is major factor process of filling the seat any appointees must make a pledge not on to business.” in filling vacancy longer than they have to. to run again in March, because it By GreGory Cornfield “We need to get this done and get could be “limiting” and “unfair” to -Julian Gold on to business,” Gold said. other candidates because the Beverly Hills City Councilman Beverly Hills City Councilman Councilwoman Lili Bosse initial- appointed council member could and former mayor William Brien ly opposed making an appointment then run as an incumbent. without the pledge as a requirement. officially resigned Tuesday to take because she said the seat should be “It’s a matter of leveling the play- Applications are expected to be a position at a medical center in filled by a person whom the coming field,” Mayor John Mirisch available online this week. Houston as vice president of med- munity wants, and if the council said. Submitted applications will be avail- ical operations and chief clinical members appoint someone, that Bosse, however, said she able for public review once the city officer. He announced the move last person would be accountable to the “strongly” disagrees because it receives them. Beverly Hills resi- year. city council instead of to the voters. could limit the pool of possible dents 18 years or older who are inter- On Tuesday, his seat was empty “However, I also live in the real- qualified candidates. ested in applying have until May 20 in the council chambers while the ity of the timeframe that we’re talk- “I don’t want to close that door,” to submit an application. The city other members considered options ing about,” she said. she said. council will have until July to select to fill it for the remainder of his The city council members toiled They agreed to take applications a replacement council member. term, which ends in March 2017. Former Councilman Brien They decided against a Nov. 8 special election and directed staff to prepare an application to be available to the public for an appointment process. All members of the council expressed urgency about filling the seat and that, whichever process they choose, it should be completely transparent and include public input from start to finish. But they recognized that they would be constrain- ing a new council member to back- to-back campaign seasons if they decided to hold a special election. “I don’t think it makes any sense to go out to the vote on this,” Councilman Julian Gold said. “Ultimately people would have to start to campaign immediately for an election in November and then have to continue campaigning for an election in March. And they would serve for three months before they have to run for reelec- tion. I don’t think that makes any sense.” The council members also said

Joseph Cosme Deaguro 1945-2016 The loving husband of Gerri Garrett, the son of Marguerite and Cosme Deaguero, and great dad of Joanna, Cosmo, Paris, Marcello, Desi and Miles, Solvana, Natasha, his other children, nieces, cousins and little Chaz and Cora his grand- kids, has passed on his love of music to us all. Joseph is a fantastic vibraharpist (vibes) player, a professional Latin Jazz performer and producer of the Goldenlyre Musicianship Awards Show, the Afro Blues Quintet plus One, and the Tribe of Joseph Music Ensembles. Cosme is still the love of my life. There will be a memorial service at Hermosa Beach Pier on May 15, which is planned by Joanna Rendon and family. For further details on Joseph’s music CD’s or his GLMAS show please contact BMI, Joanna or Gerri Garrett at (310) 866-5531. Together let us all make the Goldenlyre T.V. Awards show an interna- tional uniting of cultures through musicianship. Thank you. In lieu of flowers, please adopt a shelter pet and or make donations to Gerri Garrett, Joseph’s widow who is elderly and a female Army injured war veteran. G. Garrett, P.O. Box 2126, Manhattan Beach, CA 90267 (310) 866-5531. Thank you Cosme for your LOVE and MUSIC! We love you!

-submitted by Gerri Garrett 8 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Beverly Hills opens first park for pups n the dog park, but after surveys, park needs more benches, equip- City staff exploring environmental mitigation mea- ment and water stations, agility further enhancements sures and construction of a wall, equipment, art and other features. By GreGory Cornfield the money is not a lot in the grand The park will be open from 8 scheme, Bilak said. a.m. to 8 p.m. every day. “We want more,” she said. “We Dozens of four-legged canine For information about donating, realized we needed more.” friends brought their people – Thanks to additional private contact Stephanie Harris at more than 100 of them – to the donations, the park will include (310)285-2531, email groundbreaking ceremony for the more trees, hand-picked by the [email protected], or visit first-ever Beverly Hills city’s arborist. But Bilak said the Beverlyhills.org/dogpark. photo by Gregory Cornfield Community Dog Park on Tuesday. The Beverly Hills mayor and members of the city council joined the celebration at the corner of Foothill Road and Alden Drive where more than 18,000 square feet of space will be trans- formed into an off-leash park, scheduled to open later this summer. Mayor John A. Mirisch said community members have been asking for a dog park for several years because it brings people together. “We need it as much as [the pets] do,” he said. Approximately 6,363 square feet of the park will be designated for small dogs, and 12,255 square feet for large dogs, which will be separated by a chain-link fence. The plan calls for new concrete walls, new landscaping and a water station. Frances Bilak, charwoman of the city’s Recreation and Parks Commission, said she and city staff visited different dog parks around the region to see what features would be possible in Beverly Hills. She said the park is 12 years in the making, and getting to this point took petitions – both for and against the park – and commission and city council meetings that went until 12 or 1 the next morning. “It truly makes this a community park,” she said. Even if residents opposed plans, “they were here for the community either way,” she added. The city allocated $600,000 for

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aspects of my life.” Asch researches his fabric suppli- ers and makes sure he buys fabrics Diamond Foam and Fabric: from companies who are also socially responsible. “It’s strange people don’t seem to WeavingBy Patricia SanchEz a community Angeles from San Francisco.story He or want to care about their fellow attended UC Santa Barbara and human beings,” Asch said. “To me Jason Asch said when he started thought he would continue on to that’s the most important thing, working at Diamond Foam and law school at first, but that never which is why we also get involved Fabric many years ago, he didn’t happened, he said. But when time with the community and with our expect to make it his profession. It was up on his summer job at customers – to give back.” was a summer job, he explained, Diamond Foam and Fabric, Asch Supporting local businesses, and owning the company came was in love with the company. schools and other organizations, he after the original owners decided to In 1982 when he took over the said, is important to him, and even part with the store. business, he expanded and moved it outside of his job, he is always open “I always did entrepreneurial to its current location at 611 S. La to helping others. sorts of things. I sold peanuts at Brea Ave. Asch said in addition to “You meet all sorts of people that photo by Patricia Sanchez Hollywood Park, worked at the increasing the store’s products, he you can help if you can just take the Jason Asch at Diamond Foam and Fabric didn’t expect the fabric busi- made it a priority to run a socially time,” Asch said. “I met this kid Forum,” Asch said. “Doing those ness to become his way of life. types of jobs, I met people from and environmentally responsible once who told me he was a drum- other cultures and backgrounds, business. mer. He played at local venues and fabric and books. He frequents “I love finding new and unex- and the same thing happens at “If you have compassion for peo- was pretty good. But, he had to sell estate sales to see what other people pected things, whether it be music, [Diamond Foam and Fabric]. It’s ple, it’s something you keep in his drum kit though to help his have collected and has found some books or fabrics,” Asch said. “It’s not like being a doctor or anything mind when running a business as [family]. My son had a perfectly interesting items, including a letter kind of how I found this [career]. I like that. People come here to pick well,” Asch said. “My parents were good drum set he never used, so I written by Joan Didion that he always say the important thing isn’t out something for their home, that way, and they understood the talked it over with him and we gave found in an old copy of “Billion where you end up, but all the unex- something that makes them happy.” necessity of charity and helping it to the young man.” Dollar Blackjack” by William pected places you’re taken to along Asch and his family came to Los others. And that reflects in all Asch said he also likes to collect Bonelli. the way.” Mural project may add new color to Western Avenue By Edwin FolvEn with murals will make it a more Plans for the mural designs are still vibrant commercial street where being worked out. Potential locations Los Angeles City Councilman community members live, work and include commercial buildings at 641 David Ryu, 4th District, plans to play,” Ryu said. “Murals will add N. Western Ave., 646 N. Western beautify a stretch of Western Avenue new life to blighted walls, attract new Ave., 225 N. Western Ave., 165 N. between Melrose Avenue and Third businesses and will instill renewed Western Ave. and 4996 Melrose Ave. Street with murals. community pride along this major “The murals program on Western The councilman is working with corridor. Additionally, these new Avenue is a great example of Great the arts nonprofit Beautify Earth on murals will continue the important Streets in action,” said Carl Marziali, the project, which is part of the Great tradition of public art throughout our press secretary for Garcetti. “We Streets initiative. Mayor Eric city of angels.” appreciate the partnership with Artists are being sought for the Garcetti announced previously that Councilmember David Ryu and the Great Streets program allows res- projects, and information will be Beautify Earth that is bringing color idents and stakeholders to partner available at community meetings on with the city to improve aesthetics May 9 and May 11. People interested to one of Koreatown’s most impor- along commercial corridors. Grants in learning more about the projects tant thoroughfares as part of a long- are available for projects that make are encouraged to attend the Wilshire term beautification and safety streets more pedestrian-friendly. Center Koreatown Neighborhood improvement plan. As Mayor photo by Edwin Folven Approximately $20,000 is avail- Council meeting on May 9 at 6:30 Garcetti said when he launched the Murals will be painted on buildings on Western Avenue as part of a beau- able for the mural projects on p.m. at the Pio Pico Library, 694 Great Streets program in 2013, a tification project to improve major commercial corridors. Western Avenue. Artists selected for Oxford Ave., and the Greater great neighborhood needs the back- projects are encouraged to raise addi- Wilshire Neighborhood Council bone of a great street.” tional funding as well, with matching meeting on May 11 at 7 p.m. at the For information on the mural pro- funds available from the city. Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Lucerne ject, call Ryu’s office at (213)473- “Beautifying Western Avenue Blvd. 7004.

they are needed most. The direc- Garcetti ramps up city services tive instructs departments to prior- Mayor Eric Garcetti last week er services to meet the 21st centu- itize L.A.’s least employed com- signed an Executive Directive to ry demands of our residents,” munities – including veterans, the restore city services and create job Garcetti said. “As the third-largest formerly incarcerated and discon- opportunities for L.A.’s most employer in our county, we are nected youth. under-served communities. prioritizing local hiring – to The directive will also be sup- Executive Directive 15 ensures ensure that every qualified ported by a new Local Hire Task that all Angelenos have equitable Angeleno has an equal opportuni- Force – a partnership between the access to city jobs. ty to apply for full-time city jobs. city and a broad range of nonprofit “With 46 percent of our city Everyone deserves a chance at stakeholders, which will reach out workers eligible to retire by 2018, success.” to, and help connect, underem- L.A. has an unprecedented oppor- Garcetti is also calling on ployed Angelenos with city job tunity to rethink the way we deliv- departments to bring jobs where opportunities.

Garcetti launches Blue Ribbon Commission on Employment Equity Mayor Eric Garcetti last week define who you are. When people ple who have been historically and launched the Blue Ribbon are denied an opportunity to make a disproportionately unemployed and Commission on Employment fresh start, it drives up the personal, underemployed, including those Equity, an alliance of private and social and economic costs of our with criminal records. public sector employers committed criminal justice system. The mem- About one in four adults in to providing opportunities for people bers of my Blue Ribbon California has an arrest or convic- who have been historically excluded Commission on Employment tion record, which creates signifi- from upwardly mobile jobs. Equity understand that, and we are cant barriers of employment. The new commission, which held committed to making opportunity According to a recent study, up to its first gathering last week, includes real in the lives of Angelenos who 80 percent of Los Angeles employ- government agencies, non-profit want to redefine themselves ers are unwilling to hire formerly organizations and private sector through integrity and hard work.” incarcerated individuals. companies representing a range of Members of the commission The city estimated that unwill- industries. agreed to voluntarily refrain from ingness to hire formerly incarcerat- “Everyone deserves the opportu- criminal record inquiries until a ed individuals costs the U.S. econ- nity to be self-sufficient, provide conditional offer of employment is omy $57 billion to $65 billion in for their families, and pursue the extended, and to refrain from ask- lost output every year. The state’s American Dream – no matter who ing job applicants about their credit average recidivism rate is 65 per- they are, or where life has taken history unless necessary. The com- cent, but for individuals who secure them,” Garcetti said. mission will develop recruitment jobs shortly after release, it drops to “Circumstances should never and “onboarding” policies for peo- as low as 3 percent. 10 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Project in Hollywood LieuU.S. Representatives joins Tedcaucus Lieu and security on so future we can ensure thatof a transportationand next-generation technologies. (D-CA), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), cyber attack does not turn connect- The technologies include connect- makes crossing safer Joe Barton (R-TX) and Joe Wilson ed cars into weapons or paralyze an ed and automated vehicle safety (R-SC) have formed the bipartisan entire city. Our technological systems, smart infrastructure, House Smart Transportation advances are only as good as the advanced traffic and freight man- Caucus, which is dedicated to cyber security that ensures products agement systems, and real-time advancing new innovation in con- work efficiently and safely. The transit and parking technologies. nected and autonomous vehicles. bipartisan Smart Transportation The caucus will also link the feder- “Technological advances in the Caucus will focus on encouraging al government, auto industry, com- auto industry have the potential to the deployment of new technolo- munications industry, transporta- transform transportation in gies with an emphasis on safety, tion safety advocates, cyber securi- America – making our highways security and innovation.” ty groups and representatives from safer and reducing traffic,” said The Smart Transportation the privacy sector to discuss poli- Lieu. “But we must implement Caucus will encourage the develop- cies and priorities that will support smart policies that encourage safety ment and deployment of existing new forms of transportation.

photo courtesy of the 13th Council District Office Campaign asks people to ‘Vote 2 End H8’ Councilman Mitch O’Farrell (left), 13th District, and his AIDS Healthcare Foundation contributes to ongoing health dispar- dential election season,” said AIDS Hollywood field deputy Dan Halden (right) recently joined Whitley (AHF) and its Latino Outreach and ities and disproportionate rates of Healthcare Foundation president Heights resident Greg Kuhl, whom they worked with on improve- Understanding Division will host a HIV/AIDS in Latino communities. Michael Weinstein. “When political ments to the intersection of Franklin and Whitley Avenues in march and rally on Thursday, May The campaign will be launched with candidates threaten to deport Hollywood. O’Farrell identified funding for two new curb cuts on the from 4 to 6 p.m. in downtown Los a march in the historic La Placita Latinos, they create a sense of fear south side of the street, and Councilman David Ryu, 4th District, Angeles to launch “Vote 2 End H8.” Olvera district of downtown Los that keeps Latino families in the secured funding to repave the intersection. The improvements make The new public awareness cam- Angeles, beginning and ending at La shadows and away from seeking the crossing the street easier and allow better access for people with dis- paign and voter registration drive Placita Church, 535 N. Main St. care they need from the U.S. health abilities. will raise awareness about anti- “We’ve been bombarded by par- care system. ” immigrant rhetoric by political can- ticularly nasty threats and fearmon- To register for the march, visit didates and the ways in which it gering against Latinos in this presi- www.aidshealth.org. Man described as transient

By edwin folven arrested for WeHo9000 break-insblock of Sunset Boulevard by a patrol deputy who recognized A male suspect whom police him from a “wanted” flyer. described as a transient was arrest- Trimarchi said investigators ed on April 28 for allegedly com- obtained surveillance footage at the mitting four commercial burglaries site of one of the burglaries and dis- on Sunset Boulevard. tributed a flyer with the suspect’s Sgt. Joe Trimarchi, with the West photograph. Hollywood Sheriff’s Station, said The suspect was identified as the break-ins occurred over the past Daniel Richard Gomes, 59. The week and a half at businesses on businesses that were burglarized the Sunset Strip between La include three restaurants and an Cienega Boulevard and Doheny office, according to Det. Omar Drive. He said the suspect smashed Luevano, with the West Hollywood windows, went inside and stole Sheriff’s Station. small items. Trimarchi said detectives have “It was random. They were what reported the arrest to authorities in we call crimes of opportunity,” surrounding cities, but the suspect Trimarchi said. has not been tied to any break-ins The suspect was arrested in the in other jurisdictions. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 May 5, 2016

Planning expert Renee Weitzer WeHoWest Hollywood celebrates will celebrate World Russian-speaking War II in Europe. Admission 3,872 Westcommunity Hollywood residents its Russian-speaking community to the V-E Day ceremony is free identify themselves as coming from bids farewell to city service with events from Saturday, May 7 and open to the public. a region of the former Soviet Union, Renee Weitzer, who served 36 to Sunday, May 15. Each year, The 15th annual Russian Arts and representing approximately 11 per- years at Los Angeles City Hall – West Hollywood’s Russian Culture Festival will be on Sunday, cent of the city’s population. 27 in Council District 4 with the Advisory Board holds events May 15 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Additional Russian cultural events late City Council President John focusing on Russian heritage and Plummer Park. The festival will be held from May 7-15 at Ferraro, Councilman Tom culture. includes family events, entertain- venues throughout the city. For a LaBonge and Councilman David The 71st anniversary of Victory ment, music, food vendors, Russian schedule and information, call Ryu – retired on May 2. in Europe Day will be commemo- crafts and jewelry, and displays by (323)848-6826, or visit Prior to her work as chief of rated on Saturday, May 7 at 11 a.m. local exhibitors. The annual chil- www.weho.org/russian. planning for Ferraro, director of at Fiesta Hall in Plummer Park, dren’s concert runs from noon to planning for LaBonge and most 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. The cer- 2:30 p.m., and the annual gala con- recently as chief of planning and emony honors Russian-speaking cert will be from 5 to 7 p.m. The Oral Systemic land use for Ryu, she worked for community members who are The festival also includes the 11th Link and You nine years for former World War II veterans of the Soviet annual Russian Community Awards Councilman Joel Wachs, 2nd military and who have contributed at 4 p.m. at Plummer Park. The District. socially, culturally and civically to West Hollywood Russian Advisory The oral systemic link means According to Ryu, Weitzer’s West Hollywood. Victory in Board will present four awards to that the health of your Renee Weitzer understanding of planning and Europe Day, generally known as V- individuals, businesses and organi- mouth does influence/affect land use is unmatched. The coun- E Day, was the public holiday cele- zations making a positive impact on cilman called her a friend and plans to spend more time with her brated on May 8, 1945 to mark members of the Russian-speaking the health of the rest of your mentor, and said she will remain grandchildren in retirement. Ryu Allied forces’ formal acceptance of community in West Hollywood and body. But what does that available as a member of the 4th has not yet decided who will Nazi Germany’s unconditional sur- the surrounding area. mean to you. Council District “family.” She replace her. render, which marked the end of According to a 2013 survey, Heart disease, type 2 diabetes, pregnancy complica- tions, Alzheimer’s and LAFDThe Los Angeles seeks Fire Department firefighterFor information,applicants visit different cancers among Holocaust remembrance ceremony (LAFD) is accepting applications www.JoinLAFD.org. other illnesses have all now for firefighter positions through July been associated with 15. As part of the LAFD’s new hir- chronic inflammation. One toWest be Hollywood held in will Plummer host a Attendees Park can also light can- ing process, prospective candidates Yom Hashoah Holocaust dles at the Babi Yar memorial at must register and take the written of the most common, if not Remembrance Day Commemo- Plummer Park. Firefighter Candidate Assessment the most common source of ration on Friday, May 6 from 1 “We must never forget the (FCA) prior to filing an application. chronic inflammation in the to 2 p.m. in Rooms 5 and 6 at the lives that were lost as a result of The FCA is open on a first come, human body is gum disease. Plummer Park Community the atrocities of the Holocaust,” first served basis to anyone interest- Gum disease allows bacteria Center, 7377 Santa Monica West Hollywood Councilwoman ed in pursuing a career with the Blvd. Lindsey P. Horvath said. “We LAFD. Candidates who pass the from the mouth to get into The free event is open to the must rededicate ourselves to the FCA and meet LAFD employment the blood system and go all public. Parking will be available principles of justice and under- criteria may be selected to move for- over the body. at lots on the north and south standing, which are essential for ward in the hiring process after sub- sides of Plummer Park. the promotion of human digni- mitting an application. Some of the signs of gum Yom Hashoah is an opportunity.” “I look forward to continue wel- ty to remember victims of the Parking will be available in coming well-qualified men and disease include bad breath, Holocaust and focus on prevent- the lots on the north and south women into the ranks of the gums that bleed when you ing genocides and other human sides of Plummer Park. LAFD,” LAFD Chief Ralph brush and/or floss, loose atrocities from occurring again. For information on West Terrazas said. “The hiring process is teeth and gums that have This year’s Yom Hashoah event Hollywood’s Yom Hashoah extremely competitive and I encour- in West Hollywood will feature a Holocaust Remembrance Day age anyone interested to visit our pulled away from the teeth. personal account by a Holocaust Commemoration, call (323)848- recruitment website to start their survivor. 6533, or visit www.weho.org. journey.” At Southern California Den- tal Health Associated we pride ourselves on staying Letters to the Editor on top of your overall health.

Mayor Garcetti’s budget allot- ing is active in this process, as she Budget funding should ment of $750,000 for concrete was in the election of David Ryu. Call today for your street repairs in Hancock Park complimentary be made available for with great interest. Interest Paul Newman repairs in other areas because under the guise of com- Windsor Square CariScreen Caries pliance with the HPOZ (Historic RE “Mayor’s proposed budget Preservation Overlay Zone), these Susceptibility Test includes concrete plans for repairs are being fully funded by Congratulations on (will YOU get cavities?) Hancock Park streets repair,” the city. ‘Our People, April 28 issue Recently, residents of New & Velscope Windsor Square, an area also Our Places’ oral cancer screening There are many other areas, served by an HPOZ, enacted a such as in the San Fernando RE “Our People, Our Places,” at your street lighting renovation and the Park Labrea News and Valley, that are in dire need of installation which required a new patient exam. repair as well. It’s clear that the Beverly Press’ 70th Anniversary straw poll followed by a vote to issue published on April 21 mayor’s home ground, where he assess each parcel based on linear lives, will always take priority. square footage to install ornamen- The degree of favoritism and I want to take a minute to tell tal concrete street lights. The you what a fantastic publication corruption never ceases to amaze assessment averaged $4,000 per me. I can only hope that the com- “Our People, Our Places” was – household. I was active in this recapping memories that belong mon folk will raise their voices project for the seven years it took and be heard in the short term. to me, as I was born in 1938, and to come to fruition. Beverly and La Brea was my Jonathan Engel, DDS The decisions regarding Hancock I look to Mayor Garcetti, a res- Park represent just a microcosm home area. Du-par’s especially. Estella Goldman, DDS ident of Windsor Square, or At a young age, my daddy took of what’s going on in our city. Councilman David Ryu, to offer Corruption is at an all time high me to Du-par’s. We sat at the an explanation as to how these counter facing the big coffee and growing. As long as the city adjacent communities, with simi- administration is allowed to get maker and ate pancakes – still in lar Historic Preservation Overlay my morning pajamas. away with some of their illegal Zones, could be offered such dif- tactics, the rest of us will continue All of your stories are so inter- ferent solutions to similar prob- esting and I was a part of every to bear the brunt of those deci- lems. sions. photo on your cover! What fun. Ironically, Cindy Chvatal, pres- Congratulations! I love pages ident of the Hancock Park 124-128 (Vintage Park Labrea 5901 W. Olympic Blvd. Suite 205 Steven Steinberg Homeowners Association, and News)! Continued best wishes. Sherman Oaks also a member of Councilman Los Angeles, CA 90036 [David] Ryu’s task force for the Nedra Zachary 323.934.3341 I read the article regarding allocation of discretionary fund- Beverly Hills www.socaldentalhealth.com 12 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

tacos for $12, as well as $5 Coronas reception will be held on Friday, and Modelos. Chips and salsa and WP24 by Wolfgang May 6 from 7 to 10 p.m., and the the signature Sidepony Margarita gallery will be open on Saturday, Cinco de Mayo Dining are also served. 2151 Avenue of Puckelebrate tacos Cinco de May with May 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2912 Stars, (310)284-6500. tacos, house-made salsas, beer Main St., (310)392-3377. and cocktails at WP24 by Wolfgang Thursday, MayY ILL EINLEIN 5 C B J W Puck atop The Ritz-Carlton, Los Casa Vega Angeles. The celebration kicks-off After Cinco de the restaurant’s summer rooftop Zapopan tequila, Bols triple sec and celebrateshe 60-year old landmark Cinco restau- patio program which is typically Mayoxperience dining a five-course season- Give back on fresh lemon and lime juice for $10. reserved for hotel guests and resi- Rascal is open on Cinco de Mayo rant Casa Vega is a 1950s al tasting dinner with executive throwback offering happy hour and dents. Enjoy incredible views and chef Jeff Lustre on Friday, May 6 Cincopper West de is Mayohosting a fun fies- from 4 p.m. to midnight. 801 S. La T dishes such as specialty Santa E Brea Ave., (323)933-3229. extended evening hours. The and Saturday, May 7 at Demitasse ta on Cinco de Mayo, May 5, “Tacos & Tequila” celebration will Barbara spot prawns with chipotle Roastery & Kitchen. Lustre is Uwith surprise piñata raffles every be held on May 5 and will include and cilantro tacos; roasted pork preparing five versatile courses that half hour. Enjoy food, drinks and The Boss Margaritas and 60¢ tacos. shoulder with pineapple and guajil- exemplify the flavors of spring. The fun while supporting a great cause. Cinco de Mayo at Guests can also commemorate the lo chili tacos; and house-made dinners will be from 7:30 p.m. to Upper West will donate 30 percent moment in a photo booth with chorizo tacos for $3. Reserve a 9:30 p.m. and are $60 per person. A of the proceeds on Cinco de Mayo Hachéilver Lake’s LA favorite new-age props, courtesy of Cuervo 1800 table May 5 through Labor Day. curated beverage pairing is avail- to Healing Arts Reaching Kids at burger joint, Haché LA, serves Reposado Tequila and Maestro 900 W. Olympic Blvd., (213)743- able for an additional $20 per per- Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Shabanero burgers with a spicy four- Dobel. Celebrate with a specialty 8824. son. Reservations are required. 3321 Pico Blvd., (310)586-1111. chili mix of red bell pepper, cocktail or shot by Maestro Dobel. 1542 N. Cahuenga Blvd., habanero, jalapeño and Anaheim 13301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman (323)498-5155. peppers, as well as garlic mayo and Oaks, (818)788-4868. Lethe them Depressed eat Cake cake Shop has queso fresco. Start with homemade raised over $100,000 for chari- guacamole and chips and finish Hopdoddy ties around the world by working with habanero thin mint frozen cus- T Big Reds Wine with local bakers who donate and Burger Bar tard. Haché LA is open on Cinco de Cinco de Mayo opdoddy Burger Bar is serving sell baked goods. The next pop-up Dinner Mayo from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. earn about Santa Barbara's big the seven-layer Cinco de Celebration in L.A. will be held on Friday, May 3319 W. Sunset Blvd., (323)928- pare Tire Kitchen & Tavern is wines while enjoying MessHall HMayo burger throughout May. The 6 at a pop-up shop at Streetcraft 2963. offering $2 Coronitas on Cinco Lchef Share Pritchett's special dishes burger is a beef patty topped with Sde Mayo. Executive chef Isaias LA, and will raise funding for men- during a special multi-course din- refried black beans, fried tortilla Pena is also preparing street tacos, tal health programs. The deliciously ner on Wednesday, May 11 at 7 strips, guacamole, cheddar cheese, all-you-can-eat for $15. Travis fashionable one-time event will p.m. Three Grassini Family pico de gallo, shredded red leaf let- Cinco de Mayo New Ferguson and his bar team make the feature a photo gallery by the Vineyards wines will be available, tuce and sour cream on an egg bun. perfect Cinco de Mayo cocktails Broken Light Collective and curat- as well as three Westerly Wines and 12746 W. Jefferson Blvd. #1120, Orleans-styleo big at Little Easy in made with Espolon Reposada ed by Danielle Hark. Original art- three pours from Zaca Mesa. Menu (310)410-2337; 850 S. Sepulveda Downtown Los Angeles, tequila, St. Germain, sweet ver- work will be on display and sold at items include smoked Idaho red Blvd., (310)414-2337. Gwhere Cinco de Mayo gets the mouth and lemon juice. Another the event. Visitors can purchase trout with watermelon arugula royal New Orleans’ treatment. special cocktail for the holiday is jewelry, mugs, a limited edition T- salad and crispy ham; confit Jidori Enjoy chicken and beef Cajun the Sage Against The Machine – shirt by Wear Your Label. Enjoy chicken with braised leeks; and MiniBar in tacos. The Little Easy’s nachos can Espolon reposado tequila, St. baked goods by local artisans braised pork cheeks with berry bar- be topped with chicken, short rib, Germain, lime juice, cucumber and including the “gray cakes,” a visual becue sauce and sweet potato and Hollywoodnjoy $6 “Chavito 2” margaritas shrimp and crawfish. Little Easy fragrant sage. Spare Tire Kitchen & metaphor for the “cloud” that can bacon salad. Finish with warm on Cinco de Mayo at MiniBar serves 1664 Micheladas and is Tavern is open on Cinco de Mayo descend during an episode of apple cobbler with honey ice Ein Hollywood. The margaritas are offering 50 percent off tequila from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 5370 depression. Funds raised will go to cream. The dinner is $59 per per- made with Reposado tequila, shots. The restaurant is open on Wilshire Blvd., (323)525-2618. St. Joseph Center's Mental Health son. 4500 Los Feliz Blvd., lemon juice, lime juice and orange Cinco de Mayo from noon to 2 Initiatives in Venice. A gallery (323)660-6377. juice, and served in a glass rimmed a.m.; 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Saturday with cinnamon sugar. 6145 and Sunday. 216 W. Fifth St., Franklin Ave., (323)798-4939. (213)628-3113.

Joinascal the is serving fiesta Sandy Clark's Cinco de Mayo in Oaxacan flower cocktail on Century City RCinco de Mayo. It’s Alipus mescal, he InterContinental Los Bols triple sec, Bertina elderflower, Angeles is offering festive food fresh grapefruit juice and an orange Tand drink specials in its newly ren- twist. Diners can also celebrate ovated lobby lounge on Cinco de with Rascal margaritas made with Mayo. Enjoy three Mexican street Treat MOOOM to a Corned Beef at Canter’s this Mother’s Day!

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lovers, Santa Monica Whit is avail- mimosa on Sunday, May 8. Every glamor and style. Guests may able on tap. Dishes include butter- Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. enjoy orange cranberry pineapple milk marinated boneless chicken to 3 p.m., the Manhattan Beach mimosas from owner and wine Mother’s Day Dining drizzled with pancetta gravy, and hotspot serves $25 bottomless director Diego Leporini. Menu gooey mac and cheese. Rascal is mimosas and Nutella crêpes, items include toasted Hawaiian Sunday, May 8 also serving burgers topped with pancetta scramble, Brighton Beach bread pudding French toast; steak BY JILL WEINLEIN beer-deglazed caramelized onions, Benedict and smoked salmon and eggs ropa vieja-style with sharp cheddar, wild rocket arugula, niçoise salads. 3562 N Sepulveda braised short rib, rice, black bean, vine ripened tomatoes and herb Blvd., (310)647-3157. fried egg and plantains. Lobster remoulade. Hours on May 8 are 5 to Benedict is also available, as well Mother’s Day at Brunch buffet 9:30 p.m. 801 S. La Brea Ave., as Korean beef tartar Benedict (323)933-3229. RockSugar Pan made with prime filet mignon in Thereat Rooftop Mom to brunch Grill at The fornterContinental Mom Los Angeles is Korean marinade, homemade Rooftop Grill at the top of the hosting Mother’s Day brunch Asian Kitchen brioche, poached egg, hollandaise ndulge in a four-course feast and gochujang sauce. Braised pork TMontage Beverly Hills on Mother’s Iwith music in the outdoor courtyard Spare Tire Kitchen & from the Far East at RockSugar Day, May 8 and enjoy à la carte garden from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on belly chilaquiles are also served. IPan Asian Kitchen. Chef Mohan Chef Cho’s Caesar salad include a specials in addition to the regular May 8. Brunch favorites include a Tavernothers haswill receive gifts a compli- Ismail incorporates exotic flavors brunch menu. The Rooftop Grill custom omelet creation station; a fried poached egg, artichokes and mentary rose on Mother’s and dishes inspired by family tra- hearts of palm with crisp romaine, offers fresh and seasonal seafood bar featuring shrimp, crab, Day at Spare Tire Kitchen & ditions in Singapore. Ismail was Californian cuisine and breathtak- oysters, clams and mussels; short M parmesan croutons and anchovy Tavern. Begin with the chicken ter- recently victorious on the Food dressing. Finish with milk sorbet ing views of the Hollywood Hills. rib and ribeye carving stations; and rine with crispy prosciutto, warm Network show “Beat Bobby Flay.” Bottomless mimosas, bellinis and a spring vegetable hash station. served with homemade cookies, mirepoix sauce and bread. The The fun starts at 11:30 a.m. on and chocolate panna cotta with bloody Marys are $25. Hours are 7 Treat mom to bottomless mimosas entire family will enjoy king crab May 8. Entrées include roasted a.m. to 3 p.m. 225 N. Canon Drive, or signature Mother’s Day cock- mixed with berries, almond cream legs accompanied by bread, spicy Hainan striped bass with miso, red and cayenne meringue. Brunch (310)860-7990. tails. The dessert station includes garlic or lemon butter. Spare Tire’s bell peppers and Cantonese sauce. bananas foster, and guests can enjoy hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 8741 signature wood-fired pizzas and Side options include lacquered W. Sunset Blvd., (424)279-9601. a do-it-yourself short cake station. tartines include lobster pizzas barbecue ribs or Indian stuffed Mother’s Day at Children have their own buffet with topped with Maine lobster, sundried flatbread. End the meal on a sweet mini burgers, pasta, baked chicken tomato pesto, hollandaise, Spanish note with caramelized banana cus- tenders and French fries, and chil- Thehef Larchmont Michael Bryant's brunch idiazabal cheese, arugula, Fresno tard cake. The four-course feast is Royal treatment dren can also enjoy games and chilis and shallots. The lardon and $48 per guest. 10250 Santa menu at The Larchmont activities. Moms receive a compli- for mom Cincludes rock shrimp frittatas, flat egg tartine is made with fig jam, Monica Blvd., (310)552-9988. el Frisco's Grille Santa mentary gift. The brunch is $79 for cress, white truffle chips, salad and Monica will present every iron steak and eggs, and a choice of adults and includes bottomless crab cake, pork pastrami and fruit. Bottomless mimosas will be Dmom with flowers on Mother's mimosas; $35 for children. 2151 offered at a specially reduced Day, along with a complimentary smoked salmon Benedict. Sweet Avenue of Stars, (310)284-6500. Take Mom to selections include brioche French Mother's Day price of $10, along lemon cake with lemon butter- with sangria, micheladas and cream icing and lemon glaze. toast with smoked almond, choco- brunchhe Guild’s at The executive Guild chef late toffee, strawberry and Nutella. bloody Marys. Hours on May 8 are Mom will also receive a $15 gift from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 5370 Charles Cho presents brunch card to use on her next visit. The dishes pair well with bottom- specials on Mother’s Day as well less mimosas and crafted cocktails Brunchnjoy board and games, games cocktails and Wilshire Blvd., (323)525-2618. T Brunch items include hand carved as a complimentary glass of cham- prime rib with mashed potatoes, au by mixologist Chris Kramer. food on Mother’s Day during pagne. Cho offers an eclectic culi- Bryant is serving buttermilk and E“Sunday Fun Day” at Rascal. jus, horseradish sauce and choice nary experience featuring progres- of starter salad; red velvet Belgian pickle brined fried chicken and foie Happy hour plates and drinks are $6 sive California dishes with global gras for dinner. Celebrate with from 5 to 7 p.m. Savor classic Free mimosa waffles; the Grille Benedict and a influences highlighting Korean, carafe of mimosas or white san- prime flat iron steak with béarnaise Moscow Mules mixed with Gruven Mexican and French flavors. The butter, rocket arugula and vodka; margaritas with Zapopan for omaMom Kitchen is treating all gria. 1551 Ocean Ave. #105, Guild is located in a colonial (310)395-7333. Bordelaise sauce. 5750 Melrose tequila; and house-made red sangria moms to a complimentary building that honors Hollywood’s Ave., (323)464-4277. topped with fizzy cava. For beer D See page 15 14 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

An unknown suspect assaulted a At noon, an unknown suspect block of Ogden. victim in the 1500 block of N. committed a burglary in the 100 Martel at 1:40 p.m. block of S. Kilkea. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 300 block of N. P OLICE B LOTTER At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect A suspect assaulted a victim dur- Crescent Heights at 11 a.m. robbed a victim in the 400 block of ing a domestic violence incident in Hayworth. the 600 block of Westbourne at At noon, an unknown suspect bur- The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood and the areas patrolled 12:30 p.m. glarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a 1200 block of S. Curson. by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between April 26 and petty theft in the 1200 block of S. At 1:01 p.m., an unknown suspect May 1, and were compiled from www.crimemapping.com. To report a La Brea at 3:15 p.m. assaulted a victim in the 4600 An unknown suspect assaulted a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los Angeles Police Department, block of W. Olympic. victim near the corner of Santa Wilshire Division (213)473-0489 and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect Monica and West Knoll at 12:15 Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850. burglarized a vehicle parked near An unknown suspect committed a p.m. the corner of Hollywood and grand theft in the 1900 block of in the 500 block of S. Manhattan. Highland. Outpost at 5:30 p.m. At 5:45 p.m., a suspect assaulted April 26 a victim during a domestic vio- An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect committed a At 8:35 p.m., an unknown suspect lence incident in the 2000 block of At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 7300 block of robbed a victim in the 8400 block N. Highland. robbed a victim near the corner of cle parked in the 1300 block of N. Citrus at 12:30 a.m. Santa Monica at 5 p.m. of Santa Monica. Selma and Ivar. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 3 a.m., an unknown suspect At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a cle parked in the 900 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked in the 1200 block of Van Ness at 6 p.m. burglary in the 7200 block of committed a burglary in the 900 block of Larrabee. 3600 block of W. Ninth. Sycamore at 9 p.m. Melrose at 5:30 a.m. At 6:05 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a At 9:15 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 8400 At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 1800 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of W. Third. committed a petty theft in the 5700 petty theft in the 3600 block of W. Olympic. Camino Palmero at 10 p.m. 3900 block of Ingraham. block of Fountain. An attempted burglary was report- At 4:15 a.m., an unknown suspect At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a ed in the 400 block of N. Croft at An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a petty theft in the 1500 vehicle parked in the 500 block of 6:30 p.m. vehicle parked near the corner of burglarized a vehicle parked in the 8700 block of Gregory Way. block of Cassil. S. Hobart at 10 p.m. McCadden and Hawthorn at 9 At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 600 vehicle parked in the 7900 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of N. Plymouth. At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 5000 block of Wilshire at 9:02 a.m. Hollywood at 10 p.m. 5600 block of W. Olympic. committed a burglary in the 6500 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of San Vicente. At 11:55 a.m., an unknown sus- April 29 An unknown suspect burglarized a tim near the corner of Larchmont pect burglarized a vehicle parked vehicle parked in the 8500 block of and Melrose at 9:40 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Burton Way at 11:30 p.m. tim near the corner of Santa in the 3500 block of W. Olympic. At 1:50 a.m., an unknown suspect Monica and Gower at 9:15 a.m. robbed a victim in the 3700 block May 1 An unknown suspect assaulted a of Wilshire. April 30 At 10:35 a.m., an unknown sus- victim near the corner of Gower At 12:36 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the and Gregory at 12:35 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 3:15 a.m., an unknown suspect pect assaulted a victim in the 600 7100 block of W. Sunset. petty theft in the 6500 block of assaulted a victim in the 3500 block of Robertson. At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 2 a.m. block of Wilshire. An unknown suspect burglarized a burglarized a residence in the An unknown suspect assaulted a vehicle parked near the corner of 1200 block of Fairfax. At 2:55 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a victim in the 600 block of Second and Gramercy at 11 a.m. robbed a victim in the 5100 block burglary in the 9000 block of Robertson at 1:45 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a of Melrose. Ashcroft at 8:30 a.m. At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- petty theft in the 100 block of S. La At 10:30 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the Cienega at 2:45 p.m. A suspect stole a bicycle in the At 9:50 a.m., an unknown suspect pect committed a grand theft in the 6100 block of Hollywood. 8200 block of Fountain at 5:30 a.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 900 1000 block of Kings. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect A suspect assaulted a victim dur- stole a bicycle in the 4400 block of ing a domestic violence incident in W. Second. the 1000 block of Vista at 11:40 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a theft in the 6100 block of W. FormerA former FBI FBI special agent agent money convicted on his own personal of use, embezzlementdetective was to tell authorities At noon, an unknown suspect Sunset at 4 p.m. pleaded guilty on May 2 for steal- including $43,850 on a 2012 and a copy of the forged receipt, so committed a petty theft in the 6300 ing more than $136,000 of drug Dodge Challenger coupe, $27,500 the detective could falsely claim block of W. Third. At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect proceeds seized when search war- on a 2013 Toyota Scion FR-S he had signed it. committed a burglary in the 1000 rants were served in 2014, and fal- coupe and $26,612 to outfit the “When the FBI became aware block of S. Stanley. An unknown suspect committed a sifying reports and tampering with vehicles with new speakers, rims, of allegations of misconduct by petty theft in the 1000 block of N. a witness. tires and other equipment. defendant Bowman, FBI manage- Western at 12:15 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 7800 block of W. The defendant, Scott M. Bowman also admitted that he ment took immediate action by At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect Sunset at 5 p.m. Bowman, 45, pleaded guilty to one used $15,000 to pay for cosmetic contacting the Justice committed a petty theft in the 800 count of conversion of property by surgery for his spouse and opened Department’s Office of Inspector block of S. La Brea. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect a federal employee, one count of a new checking account into General,” said acting assistant robbed a victim near the corner of obstruction of justice, one count of which he deposited $10,665. director in charge James Struyk, of An unknown suspect committed a La Brea and Sunset. falsification of records and one To conceal the embezzlement, the FBI’s Los Angeles Field burglary in the 1000 block of La count of witness tampering. U.S. Bowman falsified official FBI Office. Brea at 3:04 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a District Judge Jesus G. Bernal reports, submitted a forged receipt The case was investigated by burglary in the 100 block of N. Wilton at 7 p.m. scheduled sentencing for Aug. 15. and asked a police detective to the U.S. Department of Justice At 4:25 p.m., an unknown suspect In connection with his plea, provide false information to law Office of the Inspector General stole a bicycle in the 5300 block of Melrose. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect Bowman admitted that he misap- enforcement officers if they asked and was prosecuted by attorneys stole a vehicle parked in the 900 propriated drug proceeds seized in about Bowman’s activities. Lauren Bell and Robert J. Heberle, An unknown suspect committed a block of N. Oxford. June 2014 and August 2014, after Specifically, Bowman sent emails of the U.S. Department of Justice petty theft in the 600 block of N. they were transferred to his cus- to the detective in October 2014 Criminal Division’s Public Western at 5 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- tody. Bowman spent the stolen providing a cover story that the Integrity Section. tim in the 8300 block of W. Third at At 7:20 p.m., an unknown suspect 10 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 500 block of Kings. At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a vehicle parked near the An unknown suspect burglarized a corner of Virginia and Wilton. SuspectDetectives are arrested asking for the forthree scams persons, and targeting we think there with deaf similar individuals stories. Detectives vehicle parked in the 6300 block of public’s help in identifying addi- could be more victims.” served a search warrant at Dheini’s Hollywood at 8:45 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a tional victims of a scam targeting The first victim came forward on homeand arrested him on a single victim in the 7500 block of members of the deaf community. April 11 and told police that Dheini robbery charge. Fountain at 10:40 p.m. At 10:05 p.m., an unknown sus- “Hussein Ibrahaim Dheini extorted money on the pretense of Dheini, 37, is a Lebanese nation- pect burglarized a residence in the preyed on fellow deaf persons,” business loans. He never repaid the al who in the United States on an 8400 block of Fountain. At 11:45 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked said Det. Tracey Angeles, head of loans, and he pressured the victim expired student visa. Anyone with An unknown suspect burglarized a near the corner of Country Club LAPD’s West Valley Robbery Unit. for more money. The pressure information is urged to call Angeles vehicle parked in the 800 block of and Crenshaw. “Being deaf and fluent in American reached the point of duress and at (818)374-7740. During week- S. Le Doux at 11:30 p.m. Sign Language, he took advantage causing fear, which escalated the ends and off-hours, call the April 28 of their trust and goodwill to steal incident to robbery. Two additional LAPD’s 24-hour hotline at April 27 nearly a half million dollars [from] victims have since come forward (877)LAPD247. At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect At 12:08 a.m., a suspect assaulted committed a petty theft in the 700 a victim during a domestic violence block of Vine. incident in the 900 block of Stanley. An unknown suspect committed a ActingAn acting coachcoach was sentenced sentencedannounced. Cameron for sex Thor, 56, crime of Attorney with Simone a Shay child said the vic- An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 5700 block of theft in the 6400 block of Sunset at Hollywood at 11 a.m. on April 27 to six years in state Los Angeles, was also ordered to tim took private classes from Thor. 12:15 a.m. prison after being convicted of sex- register as a sex offender. In March 2009, Thor drove the girl, At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- ually assaulting a 13-year-old girl In August, jurors found Thor then 13, to the Santa Monica At 12:30 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the seven years ago, the Los Angeles guilty of one count of committing a Mountains, where he sexually pect burglarized a vehicle parked 900 block of Wilcox. County District Attorney’s Office lewd act on a child. Deputy District assaulted her. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 May 5, 2016

From page 13 scrambled eggs and signature lob- oms who stop by Hey 19 p.m. 4525 Calle Mayor, Sausal. The Nuevo Rancho ster rolls. The restaurant will also Public House can enjoy Torrance, (310)378-8119. brunch specials for mom by chef give flowers to all moms and a pro- M19 cent mimosas as well as chef Anne Conness include a first Endless rosé fessional photographer will be on Vasili Tavernakis’ brunch plates mimosa, sangria, or bloody hand. 1755 Ocean Ave., (310)971- including chef's choice cheeses, Mother’s Day Maria for free. A pint-sized buf- brunchring Mom to Herringbone on 4460. fruit and house-made crois- fet for children is $10. The brunchoms can Fiesta enjoy a three- Mother’s Day for brunch and sants. Brunch runs from 11 restaurant will also have a craft course fiesta for $30 per Bshe can enjoy endless rosé for $25. a.m. to 3 p.m. The 3rd Degree station to make a special card for Hey 19 Blues Band will perform at 2 Mperson on Mother's Day at Dishes include farmers’ market See page 19

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood supports City Council will hold a public meeting to consider the treatment following item: LOCATIONS: 1311-1317 N. HAYWORTH AVENUE, West Hollywood, California. andMore thanresearch 3,500 runners and walkers will participate in the “2016 REQUEST: Applicant is requesting a cultural Walk to Cure Arthritis” on Saturday, resource designation and a Mills Act con- May 14 in Exposition Park to support the Arthritis Foundation. tract. The walk is the Arthritis Foundation’s signature national PERMIT(S): Cultural Resource Designation, Mills Act fundraising event bringing together Contract, and any other required permits. communities to fight arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability. APPLICANT: Chattel, Inc. Local honorees will share stories of living with arthritis during the TIME/PLACE Monday, May 16, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. Los Angeles Walk to Cure Arthritis. OF MEETING: at 6:30 p.m. The event’s Orthopedic Honoree is Dr. Jason Snibbe, an orthopedic sur- West Hollywood Park Public Meeting geon, and the Medical Honoree is Room – Council Chambers The cover photo on the April 29, 1954 issue of the Park Labrea Dr. Samy Metyas, a rheumatologist. 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard News is of Mrs. Perry Wainer, pictured in celebration of Mother’s The event also spotlights Adult West Hollywood, CA 90069 Day. The accompanying article said Wainer had three daughters and Honoree Carly Panchura, and Youth eight grandchildren. The Park La Brea resident, who lived on Alandele Honoree Grace Lewis, 14, who was ZONE: R4A (Residential, Multi-Family High Avenue, was preparing to travel to Washington and Texas that year to diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid Density) visit with her children and their families. For information on dining arthritis at age 12. and places to take Mom this Mother’s Day, see page 13. In the United States, more than 50 ENVIRONMENTAL million adults and 300,000 children live with arthritis. Arthritis affects STATUS: Categorically exempt from CEQA envi- by Myles Mellor one in five Americans and limits ronmental review requirements pursuant Crossword Puzzle more activity than heart disease, to Sections §15331 (Historical Resource cancer or diabetes. The Los Angeles Restoration/Rehabilitation). Walk to Cure Arthritis will help people living with arthritis by supporting programs, research and The staff report will be available on Wednesday, May advocacy initiatives. It also funds 11, 2016, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, research to find a cure for the dis- the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and ease. 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‘Keanu’Television and filmnot are notquite the The‘Key plotline & is Peele’ ridiculous, and same. It may seem like an obvious rightfully so for this kind of come- statement, but “Sex and the City” dy. Rell (Peele) is depressed fol- and “Entourage” didn’t understand lowing a bad break up, but things that when they transitioned from quickly change when a kitten claws the premium cable screen to the at his door. Life is new again for ducers and audience members. big screen. And Seth MacFarlane, Rell when the kitten, which he This is difficult to say because creator of “Family Guy,” had little names Keanu – somehow not “Key & Peele” is an incredible more than a false start, providing named after the star of “The sketch show. How can the creators one hit (“Ted”) and then two duds Matrix” – takes center stage in his of “Substitute Teacher,” “Mexican (“A Million Ways to Die in the life. Rell loves Keanu; everyone Standoff,” “Nooice,” “Pirate West” and “Ted 2”). loves Keanu. But that’s the prob- Chantey,” “Les Mis,” “Civil War It’s rare to hear about successful lem. Reenactment” and “Mattress transitions from TV to film from When local gang members steal Shopping” (seriously, YouTube all popular showrunners and stars. Keanu, Rell and his cousin, of these videos right now) spend photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures And that pattern doesn’t improve Clarence (Key), concoct a terrible time on something so subpar? Keegan-Michael Key stars as Clarence (left) and Jordan Peele appears with the “Key & Peele” stars’ big scheme to get the feline back. They That answer is actually rather sim- as Rell in “Keanu,” a comedy about two friends fighting gangsters to get screen debut following a successful plan to pose as potential clients and ple. For every incredible sketch, their cat back. five-season run on Comedy appeal to crime lord Cheddar two or three missed the mark. If Central. Starring Keegan-Michael (Method Man) to steel Keanu. Of that’s Key and Peele’s eventual spree when a mobster’s brat kid joke alone. And Key and Peele’s Key and Jordan Peele, who co- course the plan goes south quickly ratio on the silver screen for good kills his dog. Something simple unique improv abilities don’t wrote the film as well with long- as Rell and Clarence must find a vs. bad films, I’m all for it. That’s like that can be incredible fun, and seem to produce many lasting time collaborator Alex Rubens, way to stay alive, maintain their Will Farrell’s M.O., at least, and “Keanu” does embrace to lunacy. moments. Even an entire sequence “Keanu” has all the makings of a awesome cover as hit men Shark we all love that magnificent oaf. Whenever that cutesy feline involving the “street cred” of hilarious film – an action comedy Tank and Tectonic, and somehow It’s just too bad “Keanu” marks a appears on screen, everyone George Michael doesn’t seem to about two friends fighting gang- slip away with that cat. poor start for the comedy duo and becomes mesmerized by it. Sure go anywhere gut breaking. That’s sters to get their cat back. Sadly, the In “Keanu,” the jokes are peanut their many contributors. Cheddar might be a drug dealing the problem with the entire film. It result feels less like a rewatchable butter scraped across too much Good writing can make the criminal and Rell might indulge in might evoke a smirk, smile or “Key & Peele” bit and more like an bread. The outcome is something most basic concept memorable. the grass on occasion, but nothing even chuckle, but not one “SNL” sketch that goes on for too OK but hardly worthwhile for all Oddly enough, the Keanu Reeves gets these two higher than that sequence or singular joke conjures long. parties involved: performers, pro- film “John Wick” did just that – a cat. up the same laughs “Key & Peele” retired hit man goes on a killing But a film cannot live on one easily did.

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Loyola High School gives MusicThe Los Angelesassociation, City LAUSD to“[The host Elementary gala Schools Elementary Schools Music “[The Elementary Music Association] is just one of Association and the Arts Schools Music the examples of our teachers’ ded- back during day of service Education Branch of the Los ication beyond the classroom to Angeles Unified School District Association] is our children in the LAUSD,” said (LAUSD) will host the 75th annu- just one of the Arts Branch executive director al Diamond Jubilee Gala examples of our Rory Pullens. “Seventy-five years Celebration on May 15 in the of dedication to music education is Grand Ballroom of the Dorothy teachers’ outstanding.” Chandler Pavilion at the Los dedication beyond Gail Eichenthal, executive pro- Angeles Music Center. ducer of public radio station The event is open to the public the classroom...” KUSC, will emcee the banquet. and celebrates 75 years of the two Los Angeles Philharmonic violin- organizations promoting elemen- -Arts Branch executive ist and former association student tary school music education for director Rory Pullens scholarship recipient Mitchell the LAUSD. Newman will be the featured The program will include a per- speaker. formance by more than 100 Honor Children’s Chorus. The For more information and tick- singers from the association’s evening also includes a banquet. ets, visit lacesmamusiced.org.

LearnThe Gabriella to dance Foundation at is Gabrielladance education Foundation’s from professional runs fromsummer July 18 to July camp 29. Drop photo courtesy of Loyola High School launching its SummerDance camp, dance teachers, and because of their off is from 8 to 8:30 a.m. daily. Three hundred members of the Loyola High School community, following a model influenced by top families’ financial contributions, Students will participate in including students, parents, faculty and alumni, participated in “A education- and creative-based theo- will help others have a transforma- mixed-level classes in ballet, mod- Day of Service” on April 16 to give back to the Los Angeles com- rists. tive summer camp experience. ern dance, jazz, hip-hop, and art and munity. One of the Loyola crews worked at Habitat for Humanity’s The camp is targeted at families in The goal is to provide more youth life skills from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 house project for veterans in Pasadena (pictured), helping to start the mid- to higher-resource brackets. with a full-day, summer dance camp p.m., daily. The camp is held in the construction on a nine-unit housing complex. Participants helped Forty-two students in the “mid- experience while creating an opti- historic Sheraton Townhouse build- prepare the foundations of the homes. Other projects included resource” socioeconomic bracket mal environment for learning and ing studios at 2955 Wilshire Blvd. working with Operation Gratitude in Chatsworth, where they will be joined by 18 students from a creativity. For information, call (323)704- assembled and mailed hospitality and hygiene kits to U.S. troops in “lower-resource” economic bracket, Session one for youth ages 6-8 9795, email Summer- the Middle East; and a Special Olympics Basketball Clinic for the who will attend camp at a reduced years old runs from July 5 to July [email protected], or visit Greater Los Angeles Chapter in the Leavy Gym on the Loyola High rate. Students will receive the same 15. Session two for children 9-11 www.SummerDanceLA.org. School campus. Participants worked on a spring beautification and gardening project at the Good Shepherd Shelter home for battered women and children in Pico Heights, and at an activities, recreation and care program for special needs adults and teens in North Hollywood. The day of service also included work at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank in Vernon, where they assembled bags of food, and at St. Francis Center, south of downtown L.A., where they prepared and served breakfast and managed distribution at a weekly food pantry. Loyola High School of Los Angeles is located at 1901 Venice Blvd. For information, call (213)381-5121, or visit www.loyolahs.edu. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 May 5, 2016

From page 15 tiramisu and gluten-free brownies vegetables; hand-sliced prosciutto mom. The fiesta is from 11 a.m. with vanilla coconut cashew ice di parma, antipasto and European to 2:30 p.m. on May 8. 219 Main cream, cashew cream, chocolate cheeses; made-to-order waffles, St., El Segundo, (310)322-2721. sauce and powdered sugar. 300 S. custom omelets and frittatas; fresh Santa Fe Ave., (213)929-5580; seafood including crudo, sushi, 639 Larchmont Blvd., (323)580- jumbo shrimp and pan-seared 6383; 512 Rose Ave., Venice, salmon; a roast beef and turkey Brunch at Ocean (424)231-8000; 1617 Westcliff carving station; and a selection of Dr. #112, Newport Beach, house-made cakes, chocolate Primecean Prime is hosting a spe- (949)386-8100. desserts and gelato. The brunch is cial Mother’s Day brunch $115 per person; $49 for children 4- Oincluding smoked salmon and 12 years old. 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The entire country was poppy sorbet with spring flowers; Have Eyes For You-The Life and singing his songs, and when we and sage, and sea salt and sandal- opensinoki &for The moms Bird executive and wildflower honey with ricotta Lyrics of Al Dubin” running Friday, think of the hits of his era, his are wood. 9595 Wilshire Blvd., chef Brandon Kida will open walnut lace cookies. 240 N May 13 through Sunday, June 12 at the lyrics that we hear,” Hale said. (310)859-4818. his kitchen on Mother’s Day for a Larchmont Blvd., (323)466-0485; H the Montalban Theatre. “The man himself, however, lived a special brunch. The exclusive 1357 Abbot Kinney Blvd., The Golden Age of Hollywood drama that was larger than the plot brunch menu includes a selection of (310)310-8429. returns to the stage with the singing of any film that included his songs, Croque madame at house-made breads and pastries; and dancing of legendary 1930s and it is a fascinating and captivat- granola with Strauss Farm yogurt, lyricist Dubin, who along with coming story about a guy who had Loven addition & Saltto the regular week- strawberries and local honey; Ichiba poser Harry Warren, and film direc- everything that life has to offer – end brunch menu, Love & Salt Moms who love salad with market fruits, vegetables tor Busby Berkeley, took movie and who couldn’t resist his addic- Ichef Michael Fiorelli will serve New Orleans and miso vinaigrette; challah musicals to new heights during the tions.” Italian doughnuts, blueberry hef Shane Pritchett worked at French toast with bananas; and eggs Great Depression. The new musical Hale, who has had a lifelong fas- ricotta pancakes with lemon curd, two of Emeril Lagasse’s restau- Benedict with bacon, eggs and hol- features lyrics by Dubin and music cination with Dubin, is a pianist, and house-made English muffins. Crants before coming to MessHall, landaise. 10 W. Century Drive, primarily by Warren. It is based on a vocalist and harpist who began with Fiorelli is offering a twist on the and his menu reflects his New (310)552-1200. book by Jerry Leichtling and Arlene bands led by Harry James, Ray classic croque madame. The ulti- Orleans roots. The MessHall muf- Sarner, and features musical direc- Anthony and Jerry Gray. She later mate madame is made with thick fuletta is made with rosemary ham, tion by Gerald Sternbach. Hale is performed with Billie Holiday, Mel salami, spicy coppa, provolone and cut brioche, roasted open-face, producing the show, with Kay Cole Tormé, Peggy Lee, Judy Collins, St. Paul's olive salad on ciabatta Viviane’s first with fontina cheese and prosciut- serving as director and choreogra- Liberace, Tony Bennett, Barbra with parmesan chips. Other pher. Streisand, George Michael and to, and topped with garden greens Southern specialties for Mother's Mother’sxecutive chef Day Michael Hung is Jared Gertner stars as Dubin, who Björk. and a soft cooked egg. Brunch is Day brunch include NO-LA-style offering several specials On wrote classics such as “Shuffle Off Previews for “I Only Have Eyes served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 317 shrimp and grits with a poached EMother’s Day in addition to the regu- Manhattan Beach Blvd., egg, and Pritchett's grandma’s lar brunch menu and new Summer to Buffalo,” “About a Quarter to For You” run Tuesday, May 10-12 (310)545-5252. secret scratch biscuits with sausage Sundays dishes and drinks. Sit pool- Nine,” “42nd Street,” “We’re in the at 8 p.m. Opening night is May 13 at gravy. 4500 Los Feliz Blvd., side and enjoy mixed berry blintzes Money,” “You’re Getting to be a 8 p.m. Showtimes are 8 p.m., (323)660-6377. with whipped crème fraiche and Habit With Me,” “September in the Wednesday through Friday; 2 and 8 Mother’s Day toasted almonds; and country duck Rain,” “South American Way,” p.m., Saturday; and 3 p.m., Sunday. ham Benedict with poached cage-free “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” “I Tickets start at $40. The Montalban boozy brunch at eggs, brioche and hollandaise. 9400 Only Have Eyes For You,” and Theatre is located at 1615 Vine St. Honor Mom at W. Olympic Blvd., (310)407-7791. “Lullaby of Broadway.” For information and tickets, call “Few Hollywood songwriters (323)461-6999, or visit www.fla- Theeverage Bellwether director Ann-Marie Mastro’sake Mom to the beach for a fine have hit the same heights as Al vorus.com. Verdi's Mother’s Day-themed dining experience at Mastro's drink menu features mainstays like B Ocean Club on Mother’s Day from Mama Betty’s Bloody Mary and Not T 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The menu features Your Mama’s Mule, made with brunch favorites with a Mastro’s house-infused kaffir lime and ginger twist. Entrées include Maine lob- vodka, pomegranate juice, lime and ster Benedict, lox and bagel, and ginger beer. Her brunch classics egg white omelettes. 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“[L.A. is] the city of the future. It’s not Elaine Wynn, LACMAFrom page 6 about what it is, it’s about what A. Jerrold Perenchio pledge $75 million to from creating a view that is distinctive from it can be.” other museums in other cities to produce an LACMA’s campaign identity that’s appropriate to Angelenos. - Michael Govan “Los Angeles is a powerful, creative place,” LACMA The Los Angeles County Govan said. “It shouldn’t be making apologies Museum of Art (LACMA) to any other city in terms of its creative energy, state-of-the-art museum. To increase accessibility, Zumthor’s designs the art that’s made here and the way we look at announced last week that “It’s the largest public cultural project ever include a transparent exterior and open plaza. Elaine Wynn, co-chair of the the world.” attempted in Los Angeles. The current budget “And sort of step-by-step you remove your- board, pledged $50 million to LACMA emphasizes California artists, and over 10 years, inclusive of everything, is $600 self from the energy of the city into a quiet con- its commitment to Asian and Korean art has million currently,” Govan said. templative experience, but you’re not more than kick off the next phase for the more than quadrupled since Govan’s arrival. Los Angeles County has already given its a few steps from looking out a window onto Peter Zumthor-designed per- The museum has also expanded exhibition full support to the redesign, and will commit Wilshire Boulevard. That’s the idea,” Govan manent collection building. space for movies and film. approximately $125 million, or one fifth of the said. Simultaneously with “One of our most landmark shows was total goal. But soon, Govan will change hats – The existing campus was built “little pieces at Wynn’s gift, Jerry Perenchio ‘California Design.’ Before we did that show, from art director and urban planner to private a time,” which created a “Swiss cheese” effect everybody said, ‘What’s California Design? Is added a $25 million pledge to fundraiser. where escalators, elevators, staircases, door- his original commitment to that even a category?’” Govan said. “And One of the primary goals of the renovation ways and entrances seem disconnected and LACMA of 47 works of art, thanks to Wendy Kaplan and that team and goes beyond a fresh new campus. LACMA aren’t integrated together, making it difficult to that show, it’s a category now. And that show also wants to reshape and set a new standard navigate. valued at over $500 million. has traveled the world now. Now everybody for an individual’s experience at a museum. “It’s not designed as a whole,” he said. “So “I was inspired by Jerry knows what California Design is. There’s a lot When it comes to shaping something as the new building will be designed for much eas- Perenchio’s bequest of the of pride in that.” abstract as a person’s experience, Govan said ier accessibility, orientation and security. The most significant works of art Govan’s and LACMA’s success over the he will use a combination of the best aspects environment for art, the light and shadow, the past 10 years is unmistakable and indis- in his collection to the muse- of his past. For example, the Guggenheim is a doorways into galleries, everything will look um and the county’s commit- putable. Since he took over in 2006, atten- well-known institution with a large budget and much better. And all the galleries are on the ment in 2014 to create a dance and gallery space have doubled, and the as many employees as LACMA. It has a more main floor so rather than going up and down museum added 30,000 new works of art to its “retail” experience, and boasts impressive escalators and elevators and staircases you’ll world-class museum for collection. He has built a reputation as one of attendance rates, where people can walk in off just have this easy flow like walking through a LACMA’s permanent collec- the city’s best fundraisers, and his name is the street in New York. park.” tion,” Wynn said. sometimes paired in headlines with celebrities, “It was quality not quantity [at the Dia], and You can see the excitement on Govan’s face With these pledges, the world-renowned art directors, artists or archi- the Guggenheim was always after quantity,” and hear the enthusiasm in his voice when he total amount committed for tects. Govan explained. “In some sense this seemed talks about the new plans. But when asked But the next 10 years are “the big 10 years,” the project is $275 million. In to be an opportunity [at LACMA] to blend the what aspect or feature he is most excited about, November 2014, the Los he said, as the museum takes on the task of two experiences – to create a museum that was he paused. Angeles County Board of replacing four buildings with one state-of-the- big and public but with a very special and “Everything,” he said after a beat. “I mean, art facility. immersive quality. The idea is to have your every museum should be glass on the outside. Supervisors unanimously The statement that the new structure will approved a $125 million con- make in 2023 may be debatable, but a need to tribution and future financing renovate is not, he said. for a new museum building “With the current facilities, it’s really imma- designed by Swiss architect terial whether you like them or not,” Govan said. “It’s not even a debating point. These Peter Zumthor, to be matched things are about to fall apart. We’ve had sky- by $475 million in private lights fall in and we have had leaks. We closed support. many galleries and storage spaces when it “I am very pleased with the rained the other week. These facilities are progress being made on this dead. They really need to be replaced as soon project and look forward to as possible for the protection and accessibility the realization of this beauti- of the collections.” Govan has also built a reputation as some- ful building,” added Jerry one with outside-the-box, or outside-the- Perenchio commented. “It is frame, interests. He has spearheaded dozens of my hope that our gifts will art projects that go well beyond paint on a can- encourage other major pri- vas, and are not limited to any genre. From vate donations.” “Urban Light” or “Levitated Mass” to an The new museum building, acquisition of James Goldstein’s John which will replace four of the Lautner-designed house earlier this year and a museum’s seven current general fascination with architecture, Govan is always interested in the broad field of visual buildings, is intended to pre- art. sent LACMA’s vast and “It comes from an interest in ancient art wide-ranging permanent col- when architecture and art were a part of the lection. same sphere,” he said. “These historic and very Similarly, he plans to go beyond a typical generous gifts set the founda- brick-and-mortar institution and expand the tions of LACMA’s future and definition of a museum. will serve as a catalyst to “You shouldn’t have to constrain a museum to a box that you place art inside of,” he said. encourage others to come on The new plans to transform LACMA’s cam- board,” said Michael Govan, pus come from Swiss architect Peter Zumthor. LACMA’s director and Wallis The major feat, of course, is adding a bridge to Annenberg director. “Both connect the museum’s main building to (photo by Andrew Kitchen) Elaine and Jerry understand LACMA-owned property at the corner of Chris Burden’s iconic “Urban Light.” that the realization of the new Wilshire Boulevard and Spaulding Avenue. building is essential not only Crews will remove 100,000 square feet of for the museum and its col- facilities and exhibit space from the current cake and eat it too.” You should be able to look in. And I think it’s lection, but also for Los campus and put it on the south side of Wilshire That strategy has already been a success at fantastic to look out. And I love natural light. Angeles.” Boulevard. That will free up about two acres LACMA, where larger audiences are attracted to And every museum should be solar-powered. on the north side. The bridge-section of the public artworks like “Urban Light” on the side- The best galleries are the ones that are easy to The project is scheduled to building over Wilshire Boulevard will display walk in front of the campus which produces a rearrange or when they’re horizontal and you begin construction in mid-to- exhibits and artwork and offer views of the “cacophony of energy” with a steady flow of can really keep developing an approach to the late 2018. The new building boulevard in both directions. Instagrammers and wedding photographers. And collection that isn’t hindered by little boxes is slated to open in 2023. Galleries will also be added to the roof. The Angelenos can see and visit “Levitated Mass” that are fixed to the floor.” “We are immensely grate- new building will cost much less to operate for free from Sixth Street or Fairfax Avenue. The new and improved LACMA is sched- ful to both my fellow co-chair and will utilize solar panels. These exhibits draw visitors in and, once they are uled to open in 2023 – right when the Purple Elaine and to Jerry for their At approximately 400,000 square feet, inside, the experience becomes quieter and more Line Extension station opens near Fairfax support of the museum, and Zumthor’s building will contain roughly the intimate throughout the gallery space. Avenue. same overall size as the four structures it will “My view is that museums don’t have to be “I would say the time is right now,” Govan for the vast opportunities replace – but will make twice as much art one or the other,” he said. “If designed properly, said. “The board is fully excited and prepared. their gifts provide for the accessible to visitors. they can be as open and accessible as a public The community is much more mature in terms future development of Govan also said the cost to fix and refurbish plaza, and as intimate and intellectually spiritual of the acknowledgement of the role of the LACMA,” said Tony Ressler, the four existing buildings would be almost and personal as a single encounter with a work of museum. co-chair of LACMA’s board equal to creating Zumthor’s designs, but art. That’s really what we’re going for here in And I think we’re going to be successful… I of trustees. would not include the added benefits of a new the new building.” know we’ll be successful.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 May 5, 2016

ic speakers, informative panels, an Beverly Hills Women’s Leadership Conference starts May 6 exhibitor area and career-building workshops. Attendees will enjoy a launches bike The West Hollywood Women’s great opportunity for community the keynote speaker at the break- continental breakfast and a lun- Leadership Conference will start members to meet new people, net- fast. A $10 admission charge, cheon. This year’s conference will share pilot program weave together conversations on Friday and will include two work and learn new skills – includes entry, a light breakfast The city of Beverly Hills’ days of events, panels and work- whether they be job-related or for and validated parking in the adja- about advancing women’s leader- first bike-share program takes shops through Saturday at West personal growth.” cent five-story parking structure. ship and the impact of women in off on May 10 at a 1:30 p.m. Hollywood Park and West On Friday from 8–10 a.m., the The official conference kick-off media, and will provide opportu- ribbon-cutting and demonstra- Hollywood Library, at 625 N. San conference will begin with the event will be on Friday, 7–10 p.m. nities for career and communica- tion event. The city council will There will be a special screening Vicente Blvd. The conference the EmPower Breakfast. The tions skills development. open the program at the city of “Trapped,” a documentary by General conference tickets hall docking station on the theme is “Knowledge. Power. EmPower Breakfast and network- award-winning filmmaker Dawn range from $35 to $45 with northeast corner of North Community,” and it is presented ing event will celebrate women Porter about the fight that repro- advance registration; tickets will Crescent Drive at South Santa by the city of West Hollywood and business owners and provide ductive health clinics in the United nearly two dozen organizational information about how women States must take on to remain be $55 on the day of the confer- Monica Boulevard. partners. It will bring together can create opportunities for self- open. Admission is free; seating is ence. Tickets for seniors and full- The bike share system hundreds of people for two days of reliance and empowerment. limited. RSVP is required. For time students are $15. Ticket includes 50 smart bikes with inspiration, leadership and con- California leads the nation in the information and to RSVP, call prices include meals and free onboard technology and 100 bike docks citywide. Riders nection. number of women-owned busi- (323)848-6840. onsite parking. can use the Social Bicycles “We encourage women and oth- nesses. Speaker Dawn McCoy, On Saturday, the Women’s To purchase advance tickets or smart phone app or Leadership Conference will run for more information about the ers who live, work and play in lifestyle and beauty expert, social BeverlyHillsBikeShare.com West Hollywood to join us,” said media influencer and creator and from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Women’s Leadership Conference daylong event will include dynam- website to sign up and reserve Mayor Lauren Meister. “It is a editor of Beauty Frosting will be events visit weho.org/wlc. bikes. The bikes can be returned to a Beverly Hills Bike Share station for free or to any public bike rack for a small Make March Matter raises $1.3 million for CHLA Military moms fee. The inaugural Children’s Viviano, president and CEO of PizzaRev, Rock’n Fish and BJ’s The Beverly Hills Bike Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) CHLA. “I want to thank those busi- Restaurants. Makeover event Share program is compatible Make March Matter campaign nesses and the thousands of CHLA highlighted the efforts of Friday is Military Spouse with the bike share system in raised $1.3 million, exceeding the Angelenos who contributed to Alfred Coffee, a local business that Appreciation Day. To honor the the city of Santa Monica and $1 million fundraising goal set for making this a tremendous success donated $1 to Make March Matter heroes and their wives and will be in future with adjacent the monthlong initiative. by patronizing our corporate part- each time a customer posted a mothers as well as to celebrate jurisdictions. For information, In total, 67 local businesses and ners to benefit the health of chil- photo of one of their coffee cups on Mother’s Day, Makeovers that email transportation@beverly- corporate partners contributed to dren in our community.” Instagram with the Matter will host a Military hills.org or call Transportation the campaign, CHLA said. The campaign included a num- #MakeMarchMatter hashtag. Moms Makeover event on May Planning at (310)285-1161. “We are fortunate to have such ber of charitable events, including a Children’s Hospital Los Angeles 6. compassionate and loyal local busi- wine tasting and full moon yoga at is a nonprofit pediatric health care From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ra Hair House at 1110 N. Docking stations nesses and corporations partner Terranea Resort, special shopping organization that treats 111,000 n with us to help us fulfill our mis- evenings at Theory and patients annually. Hayworth Ave. in West City hall on North sion of creating hope and building Glamboutique on Melrose, and in- For more information, visit Hollywood. Crescent Drive at South healthier futures for our patients restaurant dining fundraisers at CHLA.org. Representatives from and their families,” said Paul S. California Pizza Kitchen, Makeovers that Matter, artists Santa Monica Boulevard from the Ra Hair House, Paul entrance Mitchell, Goodwill SoCal, the n Austin Young photo added to drag exhibit Downtown Women’s Center, City Hall on North Santa PATH, Crystalis and Volunteers Monica Boulevard between of America will host the event A composite photograph of one which give mothers and wives Crescent Drive and Rexford of the largest gathering of drag free makeovers, haircuts and artists ever assembled has been Drive styles, hair color, makeup and n added to “A Brief History of Drag,” manicures. Adjacent to Wells Fargo an exhibit on display at at the West Hollywood Library, located at 625 Bank at 433 N. Camden Dr., North San Vicente Blvd. Macy Gray to perform immediately south of South Shot by photographer Austin Santa Monica Boulevard Young on the day the exhibit at LGBT center benefit n opened in March, the photograph Beverly Hills Courthouse measures 7.5 feet by 7.5 feet and Singer Macy Gray and on Civic Center Drive features more than 100 people in comedian Fortune Feimster drag. will perform at the Los Angeles between Burton Way and “It was one of the best experi- LGBT Center’s annual An Third Street ences I’ve had in the last 25 years Evening with Women benefit n of doing photography – the sense of on Saturday, May 21, at the Adjacent to the Chase community was inspiring,” Young Hollywood Palladium. Bank on the corner of said. The event doubles as a cele- The exhibit is an unprecedented bration of, and a fundraiser for, Wilshire Boulevard and photographic chronicle of the Los the organization, which is the North Beverly Drive Angeles and West Hollywood drag world’s largest LGBT organi- n At 280 South Beverly Dr. scenes from the late 1800s through zation. The event will feature a the present and also features other cocktail reception, dinner and on the corner of South works by Young. The show runs live performances. Beverly Drive and Gregory through June 27 and may be Gray, best known for her viewed during regular library hours 1999 single “I Try,” won a Way (Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; n courtesy of the city of West Hollywood Grammy award for Best At 331 North Maple Dr. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-6 Female Pop Vocal Performance p.m.). in 2001. Feimster has appeared on the corner of Third Street Angles LGBT Center program remain on view during the City of A collaboration between the city on television shows including and Maple Drive across of West Hollywood, Los Angeles manager Katie Poltz with art direc- West Hollywood’s annual One City “Last Comic Standing” and LGBT Center’s Advocate and tion by David John Attyah, design One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival. “Chelsea Lately.” from the Beverly Hills post by Cat Kostreba and research assis- For information, visit Gochis galleries, and the Center for Tickets are now available at office the Art of Performance, “A Brief tance from Jessica-Jean Fowler. www.weho.org/residents/drag- www.AnEveningWithWomen. History of Drag” is curated by Los “A Brief History of Drag” will angeles-one-city-one-pride. org

late night trolley service, The that was also “fun, fast, smart and Symblaze must finalize branding structure for the bike share program PickUp. While more than 50 brand cool.” The department also wanted a and specifications for coloring and as part of its consent agenda at names were considered, only five name that set itself apart from exist- marking of the bikes and other sys- Monday’s meeting. BikeFrom page 3share were tapped for design developing bike share programs in the area. tem equipment. Additionally, the The program will have a “pay as ment: Rover, Outrider, Woobi, “It’s something folks can really city is working to secure sponsor- you go” option of $7 for one hour. Zipper and WeHoGo. After receiv- latch onto so when they see it, they ship for the program. For $25 a month, users will get 90 ing support from a interdepartmen- know that that’s the West “I think a matter of a week isn’t minutes of daily ride time. A $99 at 20 station locations. It will be tal team, a branding consultant and Hollywood bike share program,” the end of the world, [but] a delay annual plan also includes 90 min- operated by Santa Monica-based the West Hollywood Transportation Robinson said. of much longer than that would utes of daily ride time. And a plan CycleHop LLC. Commission, WeHoGo was placed West Hollywood long-range and cause us to have to rethink the for students and low-income resi- The name WeHoGo was devel- before the city council. mobility planning manager Bianca schedule,” Siegl said. “So many dents is $7 a month, with 90 min- oped by Symblaze, a West City Community Development Siegl said delaying a decision on pieces have to line up in order to utes of daily ride time. The city will Hollywood branding company that Department senior planner Tiffany the name could impact planning for work toward the launch.” offer a one-time $69 a year price for has handled previous transportation Robinson said staff sought a name the program. Once the council Despite tabling a decision on the people who register before the pro- options such as the city-operated that embodied the spirit of the city selects a name, city staff and name, the council approved a fare gram launches. 22 May 5, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Mid City West results Greater Wilshire Neighborhood results WeHo PickUp celebrates Cinco de Mayo Zone 1: David Robert Wood West Hollywood’s free night- and La Brea Avenue. It arrives at Zone 2: ResultsFrom page 1 Ravi K. Bhatia Area 1: time ride, the PickUp, will cele- stops every 15 minutes, and the Zone 3: Owen Smith Dina Brown *Area 2: brate Cinco de Mayo starting at 8 ride is accompanied by DJ Derek Zone 4: Jeffry Carpenter Nick Solish Area 3: p.m. Thursday through 3 a.m. Monteiro, playing music in the Zone 5: Frances McFall Marc Sigal *Area 4: Friday, offering holiday service bus. *Zone 6: Cam Davis “That helped a lot of people get Keith L. Kirkwood Area 5: along its regular route. Riders can access a “Trolley Zone 7 James Wolf involved,” he said. “It expanded the : Roque “Rocky” Wicker *Area 6: The PickUp will also continue Tracker” at *Homeowners: Barbara Savage its normal service on Friday and www.wehopickup.com to see opportunity to get involved.” Don *Area 7: Whitehead, Taylor Nichols, Charles D’Atri Saturday from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. for exactly where the shuttles are, and Epstein said unless someone Area 8: Shem J. Bitterman Philip Farha free. It travels along Santa Monica they can pick up a perk card that challenges the outcome, the official *Renters: *Area 9: Richard Risemberg, Nancy Kim Boulevard in a four-mile loop provides discounts and other ben- results are expected to be released *Area 10: Emily Uyeda Kantrim, Paul Patricia Carroll with 15 stops in each direction fits from participating businesses *Area 11: Friday. If that happens, the new Motschall, Mehmet Berker, Steven Senigram between Robertson Boulevard when they hop on for a ride. Area 12: board will be sworn in on Tuesday. Laura Petry Greg Wittmann *Business: *Area 13: Approximately 222 people voted Liza Gerberding, John Gresham and Andy Meselson, Dean Howell, in the Greater Wilshire Robby O’Donnell WeHo seeks nominations for next City Poet Michael Hilty, Christine Area 14: Neighborhood Council (GWNC) Caroline Labiner Johnson, Joshua Paget The city of West Hollywood is Nominations for the West election, for a total of 393 votes. *Nonprofit organizations: Moser* seeking qualified applicants for Hollywood City Poet will be Area 15: There were 21 board seats available Steven Luftman, Karen Hollis, Julie Stromberg its City Poet program. The West accepted until July 14 at 12 p.m. and 37 candidates. David Sobel, Scott Sale, Scott Hollywood City Poet is an offi- Candidates should demonstrate *At Large: The first place finisher in each Epstein, Susan Belgrade Karen Gilman cial ambassador of the city’s lit- excellence in artistic work and *Members at large: Business: erary culture, promoting poetry have received wide recognition, race for GWNC becomes the board Heather John Winther *Non-Profit: and creating excitement about as well as have significant ties to member for that seat, and the sec- Fox, Angela Guzman, Aviv Tucker Carney *Religion: the written word. the West Hollywood community. Kleinman, Amy Mucken, David Mike Genewick ond-place finisher is an alternate. *Renters: The successful candidate will For information, visit Mann, Marc Sinnott, Patrick Joe Hoffman For results of other neighborhood Seamans, Andrew Jhun serve a two-year term and create http://weho.org/residents/arts- council elections, visit a new body of work that cele- and-culture/opportunities, or * = contested race empowerla.org. * = contested race brates the diversity and vibrancy contact Mike Che at (323)848- of West Hollywood. 6377 or at [email protected].

high profile appearances. In 2015, That hard work isn’t necessarily Kashi and Simone appeared on the anything new for the sisters, how- Food Network show “Food ever. Simone said that owning their ThirdFrom Zia page generation 1 joins shop Fortunes,” which connects food own business has been a 24/7 industry startups with investors in a endeavor. from sugar, water and flavoring. retail location, as well as at estab- manner similar to “Shark Tank.” Kashi and Simone, along with The waffle cup idea came from lishments such as Alfred’s Coffee & While their concept was tapped the help of their mother, have been Kashi’s desire to create an eco- Kitchen. for investment on the show, a deal good examples for Simone’s young friendly cup. Zia Valentina started Before long, the rest of the family never came to fruition. Still, the daughters, who have seen firsthand with a 4-ounce cup, coating the out- followed Kashi’s lead in relocating appearance boosted Zia Valentina’s what strong female entrepreneurial profile. side with Belgian chocolate. As the to Los Angeles. First the sisters’ spirits look like. In April, the online magazine idea progressed, Kashi began coat- parents moved from New York. In fact, Lia and Ana have become ing the inside of the cup. Their brother followed shortly Business Insider posted a video of a Zia Valentina waffle cup on its the third generation of women to “Naomi has always been quite thereafter. help out at Zia Valentina. The the inventor,” Simone said. Kashi credits the birth of Facebook page, another publicity young girls can occasionally be In 2013, a stroke of luck saw Simone’s daughters Lia and Ana to boon. As of Wednesday, that video them take over a coveted stall at the the migration. had been viewed 9.5 million times. found in the shop packing cones Since the Business Insider video, and helping their mother and aunt the Original Farmers Market, at the “We’re a very close family,” photo courtesy Zia Valentina corner of Third and Fairfax. The Kashi said. “Being that far away the sisters said they have had to get ready for trade shows. business took off, and they began from my nieces was just torture.” maintain a “marathon pace” to keep “They see how invested we are One of Zia Valentina’s “Waffleshots,” selling the waffle cups – which they In Zia Valentina’s short time in up with press interviews and and they see we are building our- which they serve at their shop at the dubbed “Waffleshots” – at that business, the sisters have garnered increased business. selves up,” Simone said. Original Farmers Market.

for solutions. In January, the city from 4,362 to 3,071 individuals see results.” and county approved comprehen- this year. The rate of unsheltered Lynn stressed that results are just sive strategies and are working on veterans decreased by 44 percent. a point-in-time count and a “snap- HomelessFrom Count page 1 families rates drop ways to fund them. “The results of LAHSA’s home- shot” of the county’s homelessness “Our efforts through the city less count show that when we target on one day. More than 7,500 people individuals counted. Council mental health crisis, and veterans and county of Los Angeles our resources to help specific popu- volunteered to conduct the home- District 5 saw a 4 percent increase. are becoming homeless every day,” Comprehensive Homeless lations – such as homeless families less count and for the first time cov- Council District 4 did not show a Mayor Eric Garcetti said. “I’ve Strategies represent a momentous and veterans – we get results and ered 100 percent of the census tract. significant increase, with 628 called for a record $138 million in time of collaboration and coopera- save lives,” Garcetti said. To view the 2016 Homeless counted this year and 625 last year. the city’s budget to support home- tion in the region,” said Mike Approximately 3,800 homeless Count results, including break- veterans in the county were perma- LAHSA pinned the increase part- less services, build affordable hous- Neely, LAHSA commission chair. downs by race, gender, age and ly on an affordable housing gap in ing and work with our county part- “With the proposed city and coun- nently housed in 2015. other demographics, visit lahsa.org. Los Angeles County. Last year, the ners to confront our mental health ty funding around homelessness “These figures prove that our The next homeless count will California Housing Partnership crisis. In the short term, this invest- and tremendous new federal strategic efforts are working,” found that 18 percent of county res- ment will help double our LAHSA resources awarded to Los Angeles Garcetti said. take place at the end of January idents meet the federal poverty outreach teams, add needed storage by the U.S. Department of The rate for family homelessness 2017. measure, but when housing costs facilities, grow access to restrooms Housing and Urban Development, dropped by 18 percent as well. “We need all hands on deck to are factored, poverty rates jump to and showers and expand our we are poised to combat home- Approximately 2,390 homeless tackle this crisis. Together with 27 percent. The rental vacancy rate Coordinated Entry System to get lessness on a scale we have never families were housed in 2015. LAHSA, the county and our non- in the region was 2.7 percent in the more people connected to services experienced.” “Homelessness responds to profit partners, we will not rest final quarter of 2015, down from and off the street for good.” The announcement came with resources,” said Peter Lynn, until every Angeleno has a safe 3.8 percent at the start of 2015. The results of the count will help good news for veterans experienc- LAHSA executive director. “When place to sleep at night, and the “Los Angeles is facing a historic city and county officials leverage ing homelessness – a number that we have systemically applied city, opportunity to build a productive housing shortage, a staggering state and federal funds to help pay fell by 30 percent in the county county and federal resources, we life,” Garcetti said.

ly 250 new permanent full- and tal review. city council followed the law in the The amount of the in-lieu fee is still part-time positions for residents in “They have basically taken a pro- first place, a store would already be under review by the city. the surrounding community,” ject that was stopped because it did- up and running. We want a Target TargetFrom page 1 Target spokeswoman Erika n’t conform to the law, and recon- project that is legal, and an honest Answers From Page 16 Winkels said. “Target is committed figured the law rather than recon- process. But what we saw today to the new store on Sunset figuring the building,” Haines said. was neither. The culture of rule Boulevard, and we will continue to “[They are] automatically going to breaking under Mayor Garcetti, Target Corporation issued a state- work closely with city officials and be slapped with a lawsuit.” Councilman O’Farrell and the L.A. ment Wednesday following the city the community as we begin resum- Robert P. Silverstein, attorney for City Council must stop.” council’s approval. ing construction.” the La Mirada Neighborhood The timeline for when the project “Target is thrilled with the recent Doug Haines, a member of the Association of Hollywood, issued a may resume is uncertain, but con- decision by the L.A. City Council. La Mirada Avenue Neighborhood statement as well. struction could start again within This decision allows us to take Association, one of the groups that “The L.A. City Council keeps weeks. An issue involving a child- steps to resume construction for initially sued to stop the Target con- violating the law. Rather than fol- care facility Target is required to this important project, which will struction, has vowed to file another low the judge’s orders, the city provide for employees remains bring additional retail to the neigh- lawsuit challenging the latest city council today retrofitted the law to unresolved. Target is seeking to pay borhood, as well as create about 75 council decision. Haines added that accommodate Target’s illegal pro- an in-lieu fee instead of building a construction jobs and approximate- there should be a new environmen- ject,” he said. “Had Target and the childcare facility on-site or nearby. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 May 5 2016

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