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Volume 30 No. 49 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities December 3, 2020 Preparations for vaccine BH City Council to fight dining ban n City could create its underway as cases surge own health department n Cedars-Sinai selected for vaccine distribution in response

By EdwiN fOLvEN venting the health care system from By CAMERON kiszLA being overwhelmed. On Dec. 1, Los With the availability of a Angeles City Councilman Paul The Beverly Hills City Council COVID-19 vaccine possibly only Koretz, 5th District, introduced a is pushing back against county weeks away, local officials and hos- motion calling for the city restrictions that prohibit outdoor pital administrators are taking steps Emergency Management dining at restaurants and may con- to ensure they are ready for the Department to work closely with the sider creating a new health depart- monumental task of distributing the Los Angeles County Department of ment, separate from the Los potentially life-saving inoculations. Public Health to develop contin- Angeles County Department of With cases of the coronavirus gency plans if the virus continues to Public Health, to regain more surging among Los Angeles spread. The motion followed a previ- local control. County’s population, the task of ous measure introduced by Koretz on In a unanimous vote on Dec. 1, preparing for vaccinations is being the council took several actions in coupled with preparations for pre- See COVID page 22 response to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors’ Nov. 24 vote to uphold the photo by Cameron Kiszla Department of Public Health’s Outdoor dining is prohibited in Beverly Hills and in all parts of Los outdoor dining prohibition, which Angeles County except Pasadena, which has its own health department. came amid rising COVID-19 cases locally and nationally. lacked data or evidence that variety of aspects to the L.A. The council condemned the proved that outdoor dining was County order that do not appear to supervisors’ decision in a resolu- contributing to the spread of coro- be [reasonable and fact-based] … tion, which will be sent to the super- navirus. Without such data – and We have not seen the evidence visors accompanied by a letter especially data showing that out- that would justify the increased explaining the council’s decision. breaks were tied to outdoor dining restrictions on restaurants,” Vice The Beverly Hills City Council in Beverly Hills – the council Mayor Robert Wunderlich said. members unanimously decried the wants to see the prohibition on Several council members pro- photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai county’s decision as too harmful outdoor dine-in service lifted. Ultra-low temperature freezers are required to store some COVID-19 vaccines. to businesses and said the county “In this instance, there are a See Beverly Hills page 21 The Wallis marks 25-year milestone Incoming D.A. George n The Beverly Hills arts organization celebrates Gascón vows reform with gala fundraiser By LAURA COLEMAN By LAURA COLEMAN On Monday, Dec. 7, George For almost two decades before Gascón will be sworn in as the the Wallis Annenberg Center for the new Los Angeles County district Performing Arts welcomed its first attorney. Over 2 million L.A. audience in the 500-seat Bram County residents voted for Goldsmith Theater, a contingent of Gascón to lead the nation’s largest passionate residents worked to real- prosecutorial office, unseating ize the dream of creating a cultural incumbent Jackie Lacey, who had arts destination in Beverly Hills. sought a third term. The Beverly Hills Cultural “We are at a historic moment Center Foundation, founded in where our communities are real- 1994, worked to formalize a plan to izing that we have to pivot away create a performing arts center at from the old ways of doing busi- the historic Beverly Hills Post photo by Kevin Parry/courtesy of The Wallis ness,” Gascón said. “We have photo courtesy of George Gascón Office. Dancers from the Debbie Allen Dance Academy perform at The Wallis’ now seen years of a system that Los Angeles County District Now under the leadership of virtual benefit. has not necessarily created any Executive Director and CEO more safety, but certainly has Attorney-elect George Gascón will Rachel Fine and Artistic Director tonight, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m. Hills Mayor Vicki Reynolds as the destroyed many communities, be sworn in on Monday, Dec. 7. Paul Crewes, The Wallis, which “Their extraordinary vision, trio who brought The Wallis to life. both socially and economically.” opened in 2013, is dedicated to exceptional leadership and tireless “All three of them dream very, As the COVID-19 pandemic ment, the level of homelessness eclectic programming showcasing efforts over many years helped very big [and] we very intentionally continues to surge, Gascón, who and frankly the pandemic and so diverse genres within the perform- ensure The Wallis’ genesis,” benefit chose DreamBuilders,” Fine said. emigrated with his family from many people getting ill, is going ing arts, including music, dance and co-chairs Daphna Nazarian and “They all really love the city and Cuba to East L.A. at the age of to challenge local institutions, theater. Stephanie Vahn said of the three community in which they live.” 13, predicted that people and including criminal justice.” To mark the 25th anniversary of “DreamBuilders.” For Rosenzweig, who died in institutions would face myriad The key, he said, would be for its founding, The Wallis will cele- The fundraiser will honor found- May, helping bring The Wallis to challenges. organizations to work together to brate with a virtual gala, ing President Paul Selwyn, late life was a major milestone in his “I think the next year is going equitably distribute resources. “DreamBuilders: From Post Office President Emeritus Richard to be very challenging,” he said. to Box Office,” taking place Rosenzweig and former Beverly See Wallis page 21 “I think the level of unemploy- See Gascón page 22 2 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CALENDAR

dles, dreidels Music Mends and cherished The Groundlings family memen- Minds tos. Learn about comedy Enjoy a free virtual educational and The Groundlings present “Sh!t My how Lipsitt’s entertainment event demonstrating Folks Don’t Know” on Tuesday, Dec. heritage informs how music positively impacts the 8 at 7 p.m., via Zoom. Join director her artwork and brain on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. Karen Maruyama and special guests share informa- The program by Music Mends Minds Drew Droege, Andrew Friedman, tion about family influences and tra- showcases a virtual platform that Roy Jenkins, Jim Rash and Annie ditions. General admission is $35. demonstrates the impact of music on Sertich as they share their deepest, skirball.org. seniors with neurocognitive disease, dirtiest secrets. Tickets are $5. including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s groundlings.com.

rendering courtesy of Affirmed Housing/Togawa Smith Martin and dementia. musicmendsminds.org. Marty Strudler The Emerson will provide 39 units of housing for formerly homeless indi- Ebell holiday viduals on Melrose Avenue. tribute ‘Michael G. Bauer: Community members are invited to a celebration virtual memorial for longtime resident Ebell of Los Angeles is holding its HUGS’ exhibit and former West Hollywood West LSH CoLAB is hosting a socially- Virtual Holiday Cocktail Celebration Residents Association President on Wednesday, Dec. 9, from 4 to 6 Progress made in finding more distanced opening for the exhibit Marty Strudler “Michael G. Bauer: HUGS” on p.m. The event will be hosted by on Sunday, Dec. Patty Lombard, the 64th president of Saturday, Dec. 5, from 3 to 5 p.m. 6, from 2 to 3 The exhibit is curated by Bettina the Ebell of Los Angeles and publish- homeless housing opportunities p.m., via Zoom. er of the Larchmont Buzz. It will Hubby. Viewing is allowed in 10- Strudler died on minute increments, by appointment. include an archival video with music; By edwin folven Additionally, the Los Angeles City Oct. 15 at the age winter cocktail mixology presenta- Council approved allocating $2.1 The show runs through Jan. 16 and is of 91. Share sto- part of the Artists X Artists series. 778 tion by Hancock Park-based Efforts to house homeless individ- million in additional coronavirus ries and pay trib- Jardesca; a workshop on creating a uals in Hollywood have moved for- relief funds to the annual Winter N. Virgil Ave. Email gallery@lshco- ute to the lab.com, or visit lshcolab.com. cheese board with Kori Jones, owner ward as new permanent housing Shelter Program on Dec. 2. The beloved neighbor and tireless advo- of the local business Simple Life nears completion. More temporary emergency shelter program is partic- cate for the residents of West Things; tips on how to plan the per- shelter beds have been approved and ularly important given the preva- Kid Koala Hollywood since 1970. fect ZOOM holiday party with local the Winter Shelter Program has lence of cold nighttime tempera- CAP UCLA presents “Kid Koala: us02web.zoom.us/j/84046006152?p event planner Anne Wilner and DJ received more funding. Music To Draw To,” a virtual pro- wd=ZG9kMFVCRHVKRDJ3TmNv Michael Greenfield; an Ebell Chorale tures, Arranaga said. Los Angeles Councilman Mitch The winter shelters are located gram on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 3 p.m. Mm1zM3ExZz09. Performance; Boutique Introduction; O’Farrell, 13th District, highlighted throughout the county and are avail- DJ and animator Eric San, also and raffle. Tickets start at $35 and the progress and touted a develop- able on a first-come, first-served known as Kid benefit the Ebell Emergency Fund. ment in east Hollywood that will cre- basis to single adults. One of the Koala, has cre- California African ebellofla.com. ate 39 units for formerly homeless winter shelters is located at Pan ated a series individuals. Located at 4760 Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Blvd. For focused on American Museum Melrose Ave. and called the information, call the LAHSA hotline building com- Join the California African American Troubadour Emerson, the five story building will at (800)548-6047, or visit lahsa.org. munity and fos- Museum for “In Conversation: provide supportive housing. It is “These new emergency shelter tering creativity. Michael Eric Dyson and Jemele Hill” Theater Company scheduled for completion next sum- beds in addition to new permanent Live-streamed on Monday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 6:30 Have a blast at the virtual “The Winter from Montreal, mer and will house clients placed by homes for people experiencing p.m. Building on his 2017 bestseller Warlockdown Troubie Holiday Party” the Los Angeles Homeless Services the event will be free on the CAP “Tears We Cannot Stop: A Sermon to running Thursday, Dec. 10, through homelessness represent significant UCLA Online channel. Authority. The project is being built White America,” Dyson’s new book, Sunday, Dec. 20. Presented by the progress on our collective work to online.cap.ucla.edu/videos/kid-koala- Troubadour Theater Company, the by San Diego-based Affirmed “Long Time Coming: Reckoning put our most vulnerable on a path of music-to-draw-to. with Race in America” grapples with family-friendly, vaudeville-esque cel- Housing Group. wellness and stability,” O’Farrell the cultural and ebration is led by company founder “It’s people already in the county’s said. social forces that Matt Walker with the help of the coordinated entry system,” O’Farrell The councilman is also hopeful Hanukkah crafts have shaped the Winter Warlock (Beth Kennedy). spokesman Tony Arranaga said. about creating temporary shelters in The Skirball Cultural Center is hold- nation. Listen as Special appearances by Rick Batalla “They are currently working with a other locations, including at the ing virtual workshops for creating Dyson and as Santana Clause and other guests are caseworker. It’s one of the latest pro- Hollywood Recreation Center. The Hanukkah keepsake boxes on Atlantic contrib- included in the program. Showtimes jects.” plan remains on hold while its feasi- Sunday, Dec. 6, from 11 a.m. to noon, utor and sports are 8 p.m., Thursday and Friday; 4 The councilman also spearheaded bility is considered, Arranaga said, and Sunday, Dec. 13, from noon to 1 journalist Hill and 8 p.m., Saturday; and 4 and 7 a motion approved last week to add but it represents how innovative p.m. Artist Katie Lipsitt will show discuss the new p.m., Sunday. Tickets are $60 per 30 beds at the Salvation Army strategies might be used to address participants how to decorate a book, as well as race in America. caa- screen. thewinterwarlockdownholi- Weingart Center in Hollywood. the problem. Hanukkah box in which to keep can- museum.org. dayparty.eventbrite.com.

Councilwoman-elect Raman NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY

Founded 1946 announces transition team AS TO STUDENTS P.O. BOX 36036 LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 Los Angeles City Councilwoman- than 30 years of public service (323)933-5518 elect Nithya Raman, who will begin experience with the county and PAGE ACADEMY admits students of any race, color, 8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. representing the 4th District on Dec. city of Los Angeles, and in the national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, pro- BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 14, has named five members of her nonprofit sector; Victor Narro, a grams and activities generally accorded or made BEVERLYPRESS.COM transition advisory team. nationally-recognized expert on available to students at the school. It does not dis- “I’m so thrilled to announce the the workplace rights of immigrant Michael Villalpando members of my transition adviso- workers who is currently project criminate on the basis of race, color, national and eth- PUBLISHER ry team, who are generously director for the UCLA Labor nic origin in administration of its educational policies, donating their time and expertise Center; David Abud, a senior admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, Karen Villalpando to our office during this crucial organizer at Koreatown and athletic and other school administered programs. EDITOR & PUBLISHER moment,” Raman said. “Together, Immigrant Workers Alliance who they represent a wealth of knowl- has worked on immigration Edwin Folven PAGE ACADEMY [email protected] edge, ranging from the inner issues, prison abolition, electoral EDITOR workings of the city and county campaigns and community orga- and how to get things done, to nizing; and Jose Roberto Hancock Park Campus Cameron Kiszla understanding intimately the most Hernandez, chief of staff and 565 North Larchmont Blvd. [email protected] urgent needs of working organizing director for KIWA and Los Angeles, CA 90004 REPORTER Angelenos. They will be advising an expert in immigration issues, 323-463-5118 Laura Coleman us into the first months of my international affairs, economic [email protected] tenure, and we are so grateful for development and community them.” organizing. REPORTER Beverly Hills Campus The advisory team will include Raman also announced that she 419 South Robertson Blvd. Jill Weinlein, Sarah Dusseault, who has more is forming the CD4 Volunteer Tim Posada, than 20 years of public service Corps and is encouraging people Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Rebecca Villalpando, experience as a policy expert. She to sign up. The first project will be 323-272-3429 Emily Jilg currently serves on the Los announced soon. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Angeles Homeless Services To register for the corps, visit Newport Mesa Campus Authority Commission and previ- docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQ The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are ously served as chief of staff from LSf2ZBN9-PKHu7oGjr- 657 Victoria Street weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- 2015-18 for Councilman David 8GF6DUSrzZhKhqG_kx1- Costa Mesa, CA 92627 pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal Ryu, 4th District. Also included is grP_YE31DMg/viewform?mc_cid 949-642-0411 advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court Miguel A. Santana, who has more =ec3ecc142f&mc_eid=e6b75f169b. Order No 736637. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 December 3, 2020 Metro fast-tracks BH subway due to COVID-19 n Ad Hoc Committee to ing to the Dec. 1 staff report. permit 100% indoor dining capaci- “I also think this makes perfect ty. Currently, there is no end date to address future public sense,” Mayor Lester Friedman the new hours. health orders said. “I think this shows that we are “The city’s focus was on mini- able to work with Metro, and I mizing impacts to restaurants with By laura coleman know that we will be able to have a outdoor dining service and shops good working relationship in the during COVID public health orders In response to new COVID-19 event we, as a city, need something by restricting work in the streets,” state and county orders, the Beverly from Metro in the future.” the Dec. 1 staff report stated. “Due Hills City Council voted 4-1 on Councilman John Mirisch said he to the new COVID orders requiring Dec. 1 to allow Metro to begin voted against amending Metro’s 10 p.m. restaurant closures, the work on the Purple Line Extension work hours because he believed impacts caused by Metro’s subway subway project at 10 p.m., three that Metro should have paid the construction would be less impact- hours earlier than previously entire cost to build a north portal for ful.” allowed. the station at Beverly Drive. The The new health orders to address Station excavation, hauling, city has agreed to split the cost of the current COVID-19 surge, which material delivery and utility mainte- the portal, which is estimated at went into effect on Nov. 20, dictated nance at the Wilshire/Rodeo station $78.5 million. that restaurants, breweries, winer- had previously been taking place Per a Nov. 10 City Council vote, ies, bars and all other nonessential from 1 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. along no work can occur on Thanksgiving retail establishments close from 10 Wilshire Boulevard and until 4 p.m. Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, p.m. to 6 a.m., among other condi- at Metro’s staging area along South Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, tions. A more recent mandate Reeves. Under the new terms of the New Year’s Eve and New Year’s ordered the shutdown of all outdoor photo by Cameron Kiszla agreement, Metro must also now Day, as well as during any planned dining at restaurants on Nov. 25 for The Beverly Hills City Council voted to allow Metro to start working at 10 stop operations along Wilshire city-sponsored events. The previ- at least three weeks. In addition, p.m. in response to the new county COVID-19 mandate. Boulevard at 10 a.m. 45 minutes ous construction timetable was set there is currently a curfew in place earlier, in an effort to provide retail- to remain in place through June 30, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. ers “a temporary benefit,” accord- 2021, or until public health orders Councilwoman Lili Bosse direct- ed staff to amend the agreement to Notable quotes reflect that Metro must “immediate- ly” discontinue work at 10 p.m. Hope takes wing L.A. County modifies COVID once directed to do so by the city. “I just want to make sure that “Success. Four flights Thursday morning. All against twenty-one- once [the health order] changes that mile wind. Started from level with engine power alone. Average speed orders, BH alters park activities they don’t say they need five days, through air thirty-one miles. Longest fifty-nine seconds. Inform press. Los Angeles County has issued a applied in order to keep tennis courts or even two days. It would have to Home Christmas.” temporary health officer order that open. Tennis play is now restricted happen that very same day or next restricts most public and private to members of the same household day,” she said. Orville Wright gatherings and identifies new for singles and doubles play. Tennis In voting to allow the change, the 1871-1948 capacity limits for both essential instruction through Beverly Hills City Council also authorized the and nonessential businesses Tennis will not be available during formation of a Metro Ad Hoc Telegram to Milton Wright from Kitty Hawk, N.C. through Sunday, Dec. 20. this time. As usual, reservations Committee, made up of Friedman December 17, 1903 The new order urges residents to must be made, and patrons must and Bosse, to review future orders stay home as much as possible and check-in with appropriate identifica- and modify work hours to respond to always wear a face covering over tion at the tennis office window. to revised orders. (source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations) the nose and mouth when outside “It saddens us that we must close their household and around others. our playgrounds again and restrict Starting on Nov. 30, the county tennis play, but we hope that indi- has restricted all public and private viduals will understand and we will gatherings with individuals outside continue to serve our community’s a household except for faith-based needs as best as possible during this services and protests; limited maxi- pandemic. We know people need to mum capacity to 35% at essential be outdoors, in nature, and we hope retail businesses; limited maximum that with our parks open, people capacity to 20% at non-essential will find solace in the outdoor space retail businesses (including indoor for recreation and rejuvenation,” malls), personal care services and Director Community Services libraries; limited maximum capaci- Jenny Rogers said. ty to 50% at outdoor fitness centers, As a reminder, the tennis wall at zoos, aquariums, museums, gal- Roxbury Park remains open for leries, outdoor botanical gardens, individual practice. Individuals can mini-golf, batting cages and out- also reserve courts for practicing door go-kart centers; and closed serves and swing proficiency. nonessential businesses and activi- All other restrictions currently ties such as playgrounds (with the remain in place including prohibit- exception of playgrounds at child ing indoor and outdoor in-person care and schools) and cardrooms. dining at restaurants, bars, breweries Golf courses, tennis courts, pick- and wineries and allowing only take- leball, archery ranges, skate parks, out, drive-thru and delivery services. bike parks, and community gardens Additionally, the state’s limited remain open for individuals or Stay at Home Order still remains in members of a single household. effect, in which all non-essential In Beverly Hills, parks and tennis activities must stop from 10 p.m. to courts at Roxbury and La Cienega 5 a.m. through Dec. 21. Park remain open, public play- For information, visit beverly- grounds are closed and modifica- hills.org/coronavirus or email busi- tions to tennis play have been [email protected]. Multilingual help available for assistance program Help is available in multiple 19 pandemic are encouraged to languages for applicants of the apply for a one-time $500 grant LA/LADWP Utility CARES to help pay their utility bills, Grant Program. Community- under a program championed by based organizations working with L.A. City Council President LADWP are able to provide Nury Martinez, 6th District. The application help in English as well program was recently extended as Armenian, Chinese Mandarin, by a week to Nov. 22 from its ini- Haitian Kreyol, Korean, Russian, tial deadline to allow for more Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese. time for qualifying applicants to Low-income Los Angeles city apply. residents who have been finan- For information, visit cially impacted by the COVID- ladwp.com/utilitycares. 4 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press More charges filed in alleged LAFD stresses fire safety during the holidays By edwin folven City Hall corruption scheme Two fires that erupted in separate Federal prosecutors released a 56, of Bel Air, a developer with vacant buildings in Hancock Park superseding indictment on Nov. 30 multiple properties in Los Angeles. and Hollywood on Nov. 27 remain that adds new charges and details He is charged with bribery, honest under investigation. The Los about a criminal case alleging wide- services fraud and obstruction. 940 Angeles Fire Department is warn- spread corruption by former Los Hill LLC, a Lee-owned company ing the public to be cautious, partic- Angeles City Councilman Jose that purchased a South Hill Street ularly when spending more time at Huizar, who represented the 14th property in downtown Los Angeles home during the pandemic. District. and planned to redevelop it into a Firefighters were called to a A federal grand jury has added mixed-use development, is named house at 645 N. Rossmore Ave. at five defendants, including former in the same counts as Lee. Federal 11:14 a.m. and found flames in a Los Angeles Deputy Mayor prosecutors allege Huizar promised room in the second story. The fire Raymond Chan, to the racketeering or provided favorable treatment to was extinguished in 20 minutes. case that accuses Huizar and his the developers in exchange for cash The roof was damaged, but no fur- close associates of illegally obtain- and gifts, which the developers and ther estimate of loss or damage was photo by Cameron Kiszla ing financial benefits from develop- the companies allegedly provided. provided. Arson investigators were The vacant property on Barton Avenue was the site of previous fires. summoned, but the cause remains ers who sought favorable treatment The indictment also includes 14 The latest blaze was extinguished in approximately 30 minutes and undetermined, LAFD spokesman on pending real estate projects. counts of honest services wire remains under investigation. Huizar, 52, was charged in July fraud, two counts of honest services Nicholas Prange said. in a 34-count indictment that mail fraud, four counts of traveling At 8:52 p.m., firefighters were alleged a conspiracy to violate the interstate in aid of racketeering, called to a row of vacant bunga- story apartment building, authori- that fire is also undetermined, Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt nine counts of bribery, five counts lows at 5957 W. Barton Ave., east ties said. Firefighters extinguished Prange said. Organizations Act. Federal prose- of money laundering, one count of of Vine Street and south of Santa the blaze in 32 minutes and con- The LAFD is concerned about cutors allege Huizar agreed to structuring cash deposits to conceal Monica Boulevard. Flames could tained the damage to the bunga- the potential for fires and deadly accept at least $1.5 million in illicit bribes, one count of making a false be seen at the rear of the bungalows lows. They remained at the scene to consequences during the holidays. financial benefits. The racketeering statement to a financial institution, and threatened an adjacent two- address any flare-ups. The cause of Prange said Christmas trees can be charge alleges 402 overt acts that one count of alteration of records in hazardous if they become too dry, Huizar and his co-conspirators a federal investigation, two counts and space heaters present a prob- committed to further their criminal of making false statements to feder- lem when people do not follow enterprise, including bribery, honest al law enforcement, and one count proper operating instructions and services fraud and money launder- of tax evasion. Each of the defen- keep them too close to combustible ing. The 41-count superseding dants is charged in various counts. items. He added that this year, fires indictment unsealed on Nov. 30 Huizar, for example, is charged in caused by candles appear to be a adds 50 overt acts to the RICO con- 34 of the 41 counts. prevalent problem. spiracy count. The racketeering “The scope of corruption out- “People start getting into the hol- charge now also charges Chan, who lined in this indictment is stagger- iday spirit and start bringing the formerly was the general manager ing,” said United States Attorney scented candles out, and that can be of the Los Angeles Department of Nick Hanna. “As the indictment an issue. We always recommend Building and Safety and, more alleges, Huizar, Chan and their net- that you don’t leave an open flame recently, served as deputy mayor of work of associates repeatedly vio- unattended,” Prange said “It’s the economic development. lated the public trust by soliciting normal stuff, don’t overload an out- Chan, also known as She Wah and accepting numerous cash let or keep Christmas trees too Kwong, 64, of Monterey Park, is bribes and other financial benefits, close to a heater or flame. We also charged with RICO conspiracy, turning Huizar’s City Council seat stress cooking safety and fire safety bribery, honest services fraud and into a money-making criminal before Thanksgiving and during the photo by Cameron Kiszla lying to federal agents. Wei Huang, enterprise. Powerful developers, holidays to get the message out 55, a resident of Shenzhen, China, operating through well-connected Arson investigators were called to the scene of a fire in a vacant house there. We want people to remain

who also maintains a residence in lobbyists, eagerly participated in the on Rossmore Avenue, south of Melrose Avenue. safe.” San Marino, is the billionaire chair- schemes to get preferential treat- man and president of a global ment for their downtown projects. development company headquar- This detailed indictment, which tered in China. He faces charges of lays bare these backroom deals, bribery, honest services fraud and should prompt a serious discussion LAPD warns about holiday DUIs, checkpoints Travel Act violations. as to whether significant reforms The Los Angeles Police at checkpoints. A DUI checkpoint People who take prescription drugs, Also included in the indictment are warranted in Los Angeles city Department is warning motorists will be held in the local area on particularly those with a driving or are Shen Zhen New World I LLC, government.” about the dangers of impaired dri- Saturday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 11 p.m. at operating machinery warning on the one of Huang’s U.S.-based compa- Huizar pleaded not guilty in ving, particularly during the holi- La Brea and Oakwood avenues. label, may be impaired enough to be nies, which acquired the L.A. August to the charges in the initial days. Other checkpoints are planned arrested for DUI. Marijuana can also Grand Hotel Downtown in 2011 indictment. He is expected to be Officers will be looking for signs throughout the city. cause impairment, especially in com- and planned to redevelop it into a arraigned on the superseding indict- of alcohol and drug impairment and The LAPD reminds drivers that bination with alcohol or other drugs. 77-story tower; and Dae Yong Lee, ment on Dec. 7. checking drivers for proper licensing “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” For information, visit lapdonline.org. Feuer announces that CHLA will get funds from settlement Los Angeles City Attorney Mike The 2019 case began after Feuer announced on Dec. 1 – Feuer’s office noted that Rainbow observed as Giving Tuesday – that Light had advertised its vitamins as his office has awarded $325,000 to “free of heavy metals” and made Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to with materials “with the lowest support maternal and fetal health detectable lead level” on the market. as part of a $1.75-million settle- Yet when tested by an independent, ment with a prenatal vitamin man- third-party lab, results showed that ufacturer. they were not completely “free of “I’m very proud we were able to heavy metals,” Feuer said. After the provide this crucial funding to City Attorney’s Office brought the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, results to the attention of Rainbow whose vital care to our most vulner- Light, the company removed its able kids matters so much,” Feuer allegedly misleading advertising, said. “Our settlement with Rainbow fully cooperated with Feuer’s Office Light Nutritional Systems made this and entered into a $1.75- million significant award possible and had settlement including restitution and groundbreaking impact. Rainbow a provision that allowed for remain- Light agreed to resource ingredients ing funds to be distributed to and to conduct testing which has CHLA. confirmed that its lead levels are CHLA offers more than 350 pedi- substantially below state and federal atric specialty programs and ser- limits. Additionally, through this vices, and provides more than settlement, we’ve sent restitution $316.2 million in community bene- checks totaling more than $1.1 mil- fits each year to children and fami- lion to 5,596 California consumers.” lies. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 December 3, 2020 6 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Hollywood parade special to air on Friday n Celebrate the season the program. Stay safe, stay healthy, famous cars from movies and tele- stay hopeful, and may you and your vision shows from Star Car Central; with virtual holiday loved ones have a wonderful and and a finale featuring Santa Claus, parade blessed holiday season.” who will be accompanied by The program will also feature Marine Corps escorts. By CAMERON KISZLA appearances from celebrities like “It’s a fun, fun show for people to Dr. Oz, Olivia Newton-John, and watch and especially during these Though the pandemic prevented Penn and Teller. times, when people need to smile an in-person gathering for the 89th “Those people have been past and do something with the family, annual Hollywood Christmas grand marshals of the parade. this is great family entertainment Parade this year, the best of years’ They’ll be saying something … [to] sit around the television and past and new segments will com- original to the parade for this year. watch this show,” Moyer said. prise “The Hollywood Christmas Plus, there will be montages of past The Hollywood Christmas Parade Greatest Moments,” which parades’ grand marshals and animat- Parade Greatest Moments” airs on airs on Friday, Dec. 4, from 8 to 10 ed characters, that’s something new Friday, Dec. 4, from 8 to 10 p.m. on p.m. on the CW network. and special in this parade that hasn’t the CW network, KTLA Channel 5. photo courtesy of the Hollywood Christmas Parade “This year, it wasn’t able to hap- been there in the past,” Moyer said. For information, visit theholly- “The Hollywood Christmas Parade Greatest Moments” will feature some pen because of what’s going on Moyer said the Hollywood woodchristmasparade.org. of the best parade spectacles from the past decade. with COVID, but this is a way of Christmas Parade’s tradition of sup- still celebrating the holiday season, porting Marine Toys for Tots is just in a different way and a safe important, and this year is no differ- way,” said Steve Moyer, a publicist ent. representing the parade. “It is a mission of the parade to The program will cover some of bring awareness of what Marine Toys the best moments of the past 10 for Tots does, because they are help- years, and many familiar faces will ing children who otherwise might not still be seen, including hosts Laura have a holiday gift on Christmas and McKenzie and Erik Estrada, who those less fortunate. It’s a really great will be joined by Montel Williams, thing to do,” Moyer said. Dean Cain and Elizabeth Stanton. Williams will interview retired “Right now, more than ever, peo- Lt. Gen. James B. Laster, the presi- ple need some relief from all the dent and CEO of Toys for Tots. stress this pandemic has created in “Montel will talk to him and everyone’s daily lives. Our presenta- learn more about his role with tion of ‘The Hollywood Christmas Marine Toys for Tots. There is also Parade Greatest Moments’ will bring a special segment about Marine Americans two hours of family holi- Toys for Tots and their work with day joy when it’s needed most,” Native Americans as well,” Moyer McKenzie said in a statement. said. “There are things that are hap- “In these trying times, we need to pening to this parade that are unique remember to keep living. That’s and special to this parade and not why we are presenting the greatest years of the past.” moments of Hollywood Christmas Beyond the philanthropic aims, Parades from the last decade for the Moyer said, the program also offers enjoyment of Americans around the a family-friendly way for loved country, while at the same time sup- ones to spend time together during porting Marine Toys for Tots, what has been a difficult year for whose mission is to collect new, many people. Other highlights unwrapped toys to distribute to less- include musical performances by fortunate children at Christmas,” the Village People, Bret Michaels Estrada added in a statement. “I and Kenny Loggins; colorful per- hope you’ll take some time to enjoy formers, floats and marching bands; On Vine unveils public art at new Netflix home

rendering courtesy of Kilroy Realty Kilroy Realty, developer of the On Vine project that will host Netflix in Hollywood, hosted a virtual public art unveiling on Dec. 1. The 40-minute broadcast focused on the kinetic art piece “Spectrum” by Maggie West, who worked with SparkleMasters to construct a 65-foot by 17-foot, five-story-tall photographic sequin mosaic. Alongside a series of video interviews that chronicled the artwork from conception to execution, the Dec. 1 program offered virtual live chats with project partners, behind-the-scenes footage, high-fidelity aerial cinematography and an artfully produced curtain drop to uncover the first-ever public glimpse of “Spectrum.” “We all need art. Now more than ever, we need avenues that inspire,” said John Kilroy, CEO of Kilroy Realty. “In a post-pandem- ic world, the role of public art will be even more important. While we cannot visit museums and galleries in person or even experience out- door public works to some degree, we still wish to honor our new public art installations. ‘Spectrum’ is helping to shape the current Hollywood culture and honor Hollywood’s heritage. This virtual event is our way of responsibly celebrating with a larger audience and rejoicing that something beautiful is waiting to be discovered in Hollywood.” On Vine is located at 1350 Ivar Ave. For information, visit kilro- yartreveal.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 December 3, 2020 Contemplating Your Legacy? Endowments Provide a Meaningful Way to Give Charity Forever. BY DAN ROTHBLATT “How do I want to be Endowment “Nuts and Donors may also make ongoing awarded in aggregate nearly $6 mil- form of giving back and who placed remembered? gifts to build up their endowment and lion in grants to support basic human deep trust and confidence in us. Each Bolts” Are Straightforward can establish multiple endowments in need causes locally, including for pan- year, Foundation endowments provide

the names of family members, to pass demic relief this year. Most notably, it millions of dollars in grants to benefit “How do I ensure that the At its core, an endowment is a char- on their philanthropic values and cele- will continue do so in perpetuity. a wide range of charitable causes lo- itable fund created to provide perpet- causes which are meaningful to brate life-cycle events. A memorial en- Other examples of people creating cally, nationally and internationally— ual support for the donor’s chosen me are sustained beyond my dowment may honor a loved one in an lasting legacies through endowments Jewish and otherwise. charities or causes. The donated assets lifetime?” area important to that individual, for abound. In one case, a couple devoted Our enduring stability, strength and are managed both prudently and pro- example, as scholarships or for medi- to education and the arts established an continuity give donors the confidence fessionally, enabling a certain percent- At some point, many of us have cal research. endowment at The Foundation to sup- that The Foundation will always be age of the income to be distributed asked ourselves these very questions port cultural programming throughout here to fulfill their wishes and support each year to those charities while pre- in one form or another: What can we Los Angeles. It has funded such things their specified causes in perpetuity. serving the principal. The donor can Endowments in Action do to create a lasting legacy that en- as an arts festival at the Skirball Cul- Since The Foundation enjoys strong direct the proceeds to a specific organ- dures in perpetuity? tural Center and a media center at Los working relationships with countless ization, such as a hospital, school, In life, Mickey Ross brought laugh- In a drastically changed world, we Angeles Valley College, both named charitable agencies and programs, one foodbank or another nonprofit, or to a ter to millions of people. A comedy are taking stock of our lives, evaluat- in their honor, as well as a Jewish his- of our most vital missions is to ensure field of interest, such as medical re- producer and writer from television’s ing what’s important to us and, for tory program that was broadcast on the that the legacy you establish will en- search or the arts. Golden Age, Mickey’s hits included those blessed with good health and PBS network. dure. “All in the Family,” “Three’s Com- prosperity, reassessing priorities. pany,” and “The Jeffersons.” Yet, as Another family created a Foundation Establishing an endowment via The As executive vice president of the Funding Endowments prolific as his professional legacy was, endowment to memorialize their be- Foundation is an easy, straightforward Jewish Community Foundation of Los Takes Many Forms Mickey’s most meaningful accom- loved matriarch. It sustains causes that and meaningful process. Our team of Angeles (The Foundation), it’s my plishment before passing away in 2009 were dear to her: coronary and orthope- experts has a deep understanding of good fortune to work with donors who At The Foundation, an endowment is arguably the charitable legacy that dic health programs at Cedars-Sinai complex federal and state statutes and are blessed with compassionate hearts, can be funded immediately, or through he created to endure forever: the Mi- and UCLA medical centers, respec- reporting requirements, and extensive as well as the resources to act chari- a bequest in a will. It can be funded chael and Irene Ross Endowment tively, as well as to raise public aware- experience managing a portfolio of as- tably. I’ve been hearing quite a bit with cash, securities, real estate, life in- Fund, established in his and his wife’s ness for Jewish genetic disease testing, sets intended to last in perpetuity. For about this reappraisal from many surance policies, charitable gift annu- memory at The Foundation. among other causes. A third donor’s these and other reasons, establishing people since the onset of this once-in- ities, artwork, jewelry and intellectual A man of exceptional humility, endowment supports The Foundation’s an endowment fund with The Founda- a-lifetime pandemic, and it was con- property, as well as through the sale of Mickey Ross had a deep interest in own grant initiatives that seed new pro- tion is often the easiest, most practical, firmed when I recently saw a a business. All donations are tax de- helping people in need—shaped by his grams throughout Los Angeles and and lowest-cost path to fulfilling your compelling statistic on Google Trends: ductible. own impoverished childhood during worthy initiatives in Israel. charitable legacy.

Before Covid-19 more than two-thirds For individuals 70½ and older, an the Great Depression. In keeping with To explore how a charitable endow- of all Americans did not have a will. ideal way to fund an endowment is Mickey’s wishes, the Ross Endow- The Foundation: Stability ment or another of our giving vehicles By this past September, interest in cre- with IRA assets, especially by using ment annually supports organizations and Stewardship may be suitable for you, please visit ating an estate plan was the highest it the annual Required Minimum Distri- assisting Southern California’s most www.jewishfoundationla.org, call has ever been. bution that can be “rolled over” di- vulnerable residents to meet critical The Foundation manages nearly 323.761.8704, or email devel- That is where creating a legacy fig- rectly to an endowment. A rollover gift human needs, including food, shelter 350 endowments established by do- [email protected]. We ures in, and one of the most enduring will be counted toward your minimum and medical care. The endowment was nors who felt this was the ultimate welcome your inquiry. ways is via an endowment fund estab- distribution requirement for the year, funded with a sizable contribution lished at The Foundation, which since plus it has significant tax benefits over from their estate along with some of About the author: Dan Rothblatt is executive vice president the Jewish Com- 1954, has grown into the largest man- withdrawing cash from your IRA, pay- the residuals from Mickey’s television munity Foundation of Los Angeles, which manages more than $1.3 billion in char- ager of charitable assets for Los Ange- ing tax on it, and then donating it to shows. In the decade since it was es- itable assets entrusted to it by 1,300 families seeking to magnify the impact of their les’s Jewish philanthropists. charity. tablished, the Ross Endowment has giving. The Foundation distributed $129 million in grants in 2019 to causes locally, paid advertisement nationally and around the world. Renters, landlords to benefit Infectious disease expert advises on holiday travel With Christmas around the cor- from BH rent subsidy program ner, many are debating whether they should gather with family By laura coleman the tenants and the landlords.” and friends as usual. The City Council unanimously “There is no easy solution,” said The Beverly Hills City Council approved a contract with Jewish Cedars-Sinai infectious disease delayed augmenting the city’s $1 mil- Family Services on Dec. 1 to specialist Dr. Catherine Le. lion COVID-19 rent subsidy on Dec. administer the rent subsidy pro- “When my patients ask me if it’s 1, but promised that additional fund- gram, and plans to subsequently safe to travel or spend time togeth- ing would be forthcoming. Renters in consider increasing the subsidy. er with loved ones, I talk to them need of financial assistance are now JFS will receive $100,000 to about risk mitigation and encour- just weeks away from getting some administer the program, which will age them to find what they consid- reprieve due to the subsidy, according provide $1 million in COVID-19 er is an acceptable amount of risk to the city’s deputy director of rent subsidies to renters. in their lives.” stabilization, Helen Morales. “I absolutely support this. I would Risk mitigation, according to “There are some people paying support adding more money to it Le, is an individual decision based 50%, some people paying 25%,” when we need it,” Councilwoman on preparing for, or lessening the she said. “People are paying what Lili Bosse said. “Given the reality of effects of, any type of threat. In they can afford to pay, and some COVID-19, my expectation is that today’s world, risk mitigation con- people are saying they can’t even this situation will probably be going versations are centered around afford to pay anything.” into 2021, so I think we need to be being exposed to or contracting In the first two weeks of an inau- prepared for that and be prepared for COVID-19. photo courtesy of Getty gural three-week application period possibly having to add more money “I can never say anything is With COVID-19 infections rising across the U.S., risk mitigation is offering the COVID-19 rent subsidy, in the future.” 100% safe,” Le said. “But what I essential for anyone planning to travel during the 2020 holiday season. Morales said the city of Beverly Per the Dec. 1 staff report, 300 can do is encourage individuals Hills received 289 applications from applications would require a total to reduce their own risk and fol- it causes problems for the commu- seat and tray table, and wear your tenants impacted by the coronavirus fund amount of $900,000. Morales low best practices, including nity in general.” mask the entire time.” for rent assistance. Those applica- said she estimated the number of avoiding interacting with large Le has additional recommenda- The decision to host holiday tions, she said, showed that tenants applications could grow to 400. numbers of people, frequent tions for those who insist on visit- guests is “a really hard discussion had failed to pay $1.6 million in rent, In distributing funds, priority will hand-washing, wearing a mask, ing or hosting relatives and and choice,” Le said. with 50 applicants having paid no be given to seniors (age 65-plus) and staying socially distanced when- friends. “Before opening your home, rent during the entirety of the pan- households with children registered ever possible and importantly, For those traveling by air, the you should do a risk assessment. demic and 116 applicants owing in the Beverly Hills Unified School getting a flu shot.” most important thing to avoid is If anything gives you reason for zero back rent. District. According to Morales, in the A flu shot not only lessens a airport congestion, said Le, who concern, then consider alternative Residents have through Dec. 7 to first two weeks, the city received 75 person’s likelihood of contracting recommends being aware of your ideas,” Le said. apply for the subsidy, which will be applications from BHUSD families the flu but helps ensure health care surroundings and trying to main- Le strongly urges all holiday a monthly payment of the balance and 53 applications from seniors. systems do not become over- tain social distancing whenever hosts to follow mandates from the of unpaid rent up to $1,000, paid She said her office had given JFS an whelmed with flu and COVID-19 possible. She also recommends Los Angeles Department of Public directly to the landlord, for a maxi- initial batch of 40 processed applica- patients at the same time. checking airline policies, as they Health, which prohibits gatherings mum period of three months. tions and was planning to give the “If we have a patient who has vary across companies. of more than three households – “One of the purposes of this is to organization an additional 100 appli- both the flu and COVID-19, it “Not all airlines are blocking including hosts and guests. help the renters,” said Vice Mayor cations next week. could be disastrous on the individ- middle seats, so take the airline’s For more tips and guidelines, Bob Wunderlich, who originally “I think that we have enough ual level, but also disastrous for policy into account before book- visit cedars- initiated the idea of Beverly Hills right now to get the program start- the health care system,” Le said. ing,” said Le. “Also, travel with a sinai.org/newsroom/holiday-trav- having a rent subsidy at the end of ed,” Mayor Lester Friedman said. “If there are more sick patients 70% alcohol-based sanitizer, use el-tips-from-an-infectious-dis- June. “One of the attractive aspects “We will have to consider adding than hospitals can accommodate, sanitizing wipes on your airplane ease-specialist. of this program is that it helps both additional funds.” 8 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press WeHo residents lend a hand wipe n Social Good Industries we fund organizations, support vet- meals to your family versus getting erans, what do we do? Then we real- tested, you have to make difficult teamed with Tulane to ized that we needed something sus- choices, and we wanted to get rid of fund tests, education tainable and something very much the difficult choices,” Sunnanon in need. Within a few days, Walking said. By Cameron Kiszla Soap was born,” Sunnanon said. James R. Zanewicz, chief busi- Walking Soap, which is available ness officer for Tulane, said the part- A West Hollywood-based compa- at walkingsoap.com and at local nership with Walking Soap makes ny has created an antibacterial hand businesses in West Hollywood such sense because their missions are so wipe that kills 99% of germs and as Koontz Hardware, will fund at aligned. Tulane was founded as a raises money for COVID-19 relief least 70,000 COVID-19 tests for medical school in an effort to treat efforts. communities of color, as well as infectious diseases like yellow fever, Tai Sunnanon, co-founder and education campaigns, using 10% of Zanewicz said, and the school focus- CEO of Social Good Industries, said the proceeds from project sales and a es on helping communities of color. photo courtesy of Tai Sunnanon the hand wipe, called Walking Soap, partnership with the Tulane “They are people who historically David Szabo and Tai Sunnanon developed Walking Soap to help raise is not only good for users – the plant- University School of Medicine in have received disparate health care, money for COVID-19 relief. based cloth moisturizes with aloe New Orleans. and that comes from a myriad of fac- vera and chamomile and avoids the “When you get tested for COVID, tors,” he said. “The fact that it’s “smell and stickiness” of many hand many counties across the country, something that really drives the folks Houston,” Sunnanon added. Industries, Zanewicz said future sanitizers, he said – but it came from while they may supply it for free, behind Walking Soap and it’s a key Zanewicz added that some of the products from the company could a desire to give back during a chal- many go through your insurance, mission of our university made it a funds raised by Walking Soap are partner with other schools at Tulane lenging time. and if your insurance doesn't cover very logical alliance for us.” going to help purchase meals, fund for more collaborations. “In April of this year, my business it, you have to pay out of pocket. “[Tulane] knows infectious dis- child care and support break-room “We absolutely look forward to partner David Szabo and I were real- Black and brown communities par- eases like nobody else. They’re entertainment for health care work- continuing our partnership and ly asking one question: What can we ticularly are disenfranchised and dis- working in communities that have ers treating those with COVID-19. working with them as they develop do for the community amidst this advantaged by this process. When high concentrations of minorities, While Walking Soap is the first more socially conscious products,” pandemic? … We thought about, do you’re thinking about providing L.A. County, New Orleans, product from Social Good he said.

content and services online. In of Arts and Culture. “By support- addition, 90% of applicants report- ing this crucial sector’s survival Arts organizations receive more funding ed a decline in revenues of 25% or now, we preserve the local creative The Los Angeles County Act funding will help them stay Annenberg Center for the more, 51% said they have had to economy so that it can thrive again. Department of Arts and Culture afloat and sustain our vibrant arts Performing Arts. lay off at least one employee and We support the health and well- has announced that $12 million in community in L.A. County.” Arts nonprofits applying for 83% said they will spend CARES being of our residents and the com- CARES Act funds have been Funds from the program have CARES Act funds reported more Act funds on wages for employees. munities where they live. It is a awarded to 337 arts nonprofits been distributed to organizations in than $230.7 million in negative “It has never been more impor- challenging time, but it is also a enduring COVID-19 business the local area including the Autry financial impact, including lost tant to protect in L.A. County’s arts time of opportunity, as we reimag- interruptions and closures. Museum of the American West, revenue and unanticipated expens- and cultural infrastructure and the ine and uplift the role of arts and The funds were awarded through California LGBT Arts Alliance, es. nonprofit arts organizations that are culture as essential to our commu- the Los Angeles County COVID- Fountain Theatre, Gay Men’s A large share of the expenses is vital partners in ensuring access to nities.” 19 Arts Relief Fund and range Chorus of Los Angeles, Greenway associated with facility costs and arts and culture,” said Kristin For information, visit lacount- from $1,000 to $45,000. Arts Alliance and the Wallis the costs of transitioning creative Sakoda, director of the Department yarts.org. The money will be dispersed by Dec. 30. Most applicants said they planned to spend any CARES Act funds they receive on payroll and operating expenses related to employees. Many arts organiza- tions have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pan- demic and are struggling to stay open. Make Your Holidays “Most of Los Angeles County’s nonprofit arts organizations are reeling from the impact of Merry & Bright! COVID-19 and yet are not eligible Party Paper Goods, Decorations, Garland, for other government relief like most for-profit sectors,” said Los Yard Lights, Christmas Lights, Plastic Yard Decorations, Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Santa Hats & Stockings, Balloons, Giftwrap, Bows, Kuehl, 3rd District. “Arts organi- zations are the cultural and creative Ribbons, Centerpieces, Banners & More! backbone of Los Angeles and they photo courtesy of the Diavolo Dance Theater face closures, canceled programs Los Angeles County is distributing CARES Act funding to struggling arts and the loss of staff. This CARES nonprofits. All the Decorations you need to make your 8 Days Memorable! Ring in the New Year in style! Party Favors, Horns, Hats & More! Shop early to avoid standing in line! We are following the guidelines of wearing a mask and reduced number of shoppers at a time. Thank you for your patronage!

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5969 Melrose Ave. • (corner of Wilcox) • (323)467-7124 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 December 3, 2020 10 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Purple Line subway work picks up in December Subway construction is in full to two lanes in each direction mittently closed at Wilshire swing along the Purple Line between Detroit and June streets. Boulevard to support construction. Extension route from Intermittent lane closures on At Wilshire/Rodeo, crews are Wilshire/Western to Century City. Wilshire Boulevard and side streets excavating the future subway station Crews are working in many areas between Highland Avenue and box. The Beverly Hills City Council where excavation, tunneling, haul- Detroit Street may also be in place approved new construction hours in ing and station construction is from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday the area on Dec. 1, allowing work occurring. through Friday, to support construc- from 10 p.m. to 10 a.m., as opposed At the eastern end of the new sub- tion. Orange Drive will remain to the previous hours of 1 a.m. to way line at Wilshire/Western, tun- closed north of Wilshire Boulevard 10:45 a.m. The allowance of addi- neling support continues in a stag- through the end of February. tional time for construction was ing yard near Wilshire Boulevard Station construction, hauling and made because of restaurant and busi- and Manhattan Place. Northbound concrete pouring are also ongoing ness closures in the area due to the Manhattan Place will be intermit- near Wilshire/Fairfax. Wilshire COVID-19 public health emergency. photo by Edwin Folven tently closed just north of Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced to two The previous hours were in place to Soil removal and other work is occurring in the Reeves staging yard in Boulevard from 4 a.m. to midnight, lanes in each direction between San limit disruptions to business. Beverly Hills. The Beverly Hills City Council approved new expanded Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. Diego Way and Spaulding Avenue Excavation will continue 24 work hours in the area. to 11 p.m., Saturday. The closure is through next August. Intermittent hours beneath the deck over a public safety measure to support lane closures may be in place to Wilshire Boulevard until crews ongoing excavation and construc- support deck panel maintenance and reach a depth of 100 feet, which is night to 10:45 a.m., Wilshire New work hours are weekdays tion. Intermittent single lane clo- investigation. anticipated during the first quarter Boulevard will be reduced to one from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for work on sures on Wilshire Boulevard may Orange Grove Avenue remains of 2021. lane in each direction between El Wilshire Boulevard, and weekdays also be necessary between Western closed south of Wilshire Boulevard New hauling hours for removing Camino and Crescent drives, when from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the neigh- Avenue and Manhattan Place from until January and Ogden Drive will soil have been announced. From excavation will occur through deck borhoods surrounding Wilshire 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday be closed intermittently at Wilshire 10:45 a.m. to 4 p.m., two lanes will openings along Wilshire Boulevard Boulevard. through Friday. Access to business- Boulevard. A K-Rail work zone has be open in each direction on at Canon Dive, and just west of For questions and concerns, call es in the area will be maintained and been installed at the southwest cor- Wilshire Boulevard between El Beverly Drive. Ground monitoring the 24-hour project hotline at a signed pedestrian detour has been ner of Wilshire Boulevard and Camino and Crescent Drive to instruments are also being installed (213)922-6934, email the project installed. Fairfax Avenue. Concrete and mate- accommodate soil removal from the along the tunnel alignment and team at [email protected], On Dec. 5, a K-rail enclosure rial deliveries will continue to the Reeves staging yard. From mid- around the Wilshire/Rodeo station. or visit metro.net. may be implemented between Wilshire/Fairfax subway station. Plymouth Boulevard and Windsor A K-rail enclosure in the center Avenue and will be in place for one lanes of the intersection of year. Additional details on the traffic Wilshire/San Vicente is anticipated control are forthcoming. to be in place through the end of A work zone on the west side of December. The enclosure supports the intersection of Wilshire and ongoing tunnel and mitigation work We’re Open! Come On In! Rimpau boulevards is anticipated to underneath Wilshire Boulevard. All be in place through next May. left turns are restricted. From 9 p.m. Wilshire Boulevard has been on Dec. 4, through 6 a.m. on Dec. 7, reduced to two lanes in each direc- southbound San Vicente Boulevard tion between June Street and may be closed through the intersec- Muirfield Road. Concrete and mate- tion with Wilshire Boulevard. rial deliveries are anticipated to con- Eastbound Wilshire Boulevard will tinue at the site in December. be reduced to a single lane through Wilshire Boulevard may be inter- the intersection. mittently reduced to a single lane in In Beverly Hills, station construc- each direction to support concrete tion, material deliveries, instrumen- pouring at the enclosure. tation and concrete pouring contin- Farther west near Wilshire/La ues at Wilshire/La Cienega. Brea and Wilshire/Sycamore, haul- Concrete and material deliveries to ing, deliveries and tunneling sup- the Wilshire/La Cienega station box port is ongoing. On Saturday, Dec. are anticipated to continue this 5, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., westbound week. Eastbound Wilshire Wilshire Boulevard will be closed Boulevard may be intermittently Ensuring the safety of Allan Jeffries to all traffic between Highland and reduced to one lane from 7 a.m. to 4 clients and staff is our primary goal. La Brea avenues to support concrete p.m., and 8 p.m. to 7 a.m., as need- deliveries to the La Brea subway ed. The lane reduction may also be station. Through Saturday, Feb. 27, used on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 4 Clients and customers must have a face mask Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced p.m. Gale Drive will also be inter- or covering when entering the store. If you don’t have a face mask or covering, we will provide one for you Gloves and hand sanitizer are provided as well. Metro plans bus system changes Service changes for the Metro board of directors in October. The Plexiglass separates employees and clients, bus system go into effect on remainder of NextGen Bus Plan tools are sanitized, and the staff Sunday, Dec. 13. Metro is encour- route changes will be implemented cleans the store routinely. aging passengers to check bus next June and December. “We are proud of the fact that we are schedules online for changes. As part of this round of service protecting our clients and protecting Metro makes service changes changes, Metro is also adding trips Health protocols and safety measures based employees both equally. every June and December. This year, to busier lines to help with physical on the state and county’s orders have been I am really grateful and appreciative to all more changes are occurring than distancing. No changes are occur- met, and we went beyond that to create a of my customers and neighbors for coming usual as Metro begins implementa- ring to Metro Rail. welcoming space to ensure tion of the NextGen Bus Plan, which More frequent services will be out in support of my business during will restructure the system, improve offered on many lines including the customers are confident coming in. tough times like this.” bus frequency, make trips faster and 720 Rapid Line on Wilshire better serve riders. The NextGen Boulevard and the 212 Local Line — Allan Bus Plan was approved by Metro’s on La Brea Avenue. Trips will also Built on an old-fashioned be added on Saturdays to the 720 foundation of honesty and trust, Rapid Line. Metro’s transit app indicates we stand proud and look marked routes that are changing, being discontinued or receiving forward to continuing to additional service. The app has a serve you and the community preview mode showing the service changes. To use it, tap “settings” now and for the future. (gear icon, top left corner), then tap the middle slider icon at the top of the screen. Under “Bus,” turn off “Metro” and turn on “Metro (starts photo by Edwin Folven Dec 13).” Then tap “Done.” The More frequent service will be pro- new setting will show the bus net- Allan Jeffries Framing vided on many lines under the work starting Dec. 13. upcoming changes, including the For information and a full list of 8301 W. Third St. • Los Angeles, CA 90048 720 Rapid Line along Wilshire route changes, visit 323.655.1296 • www.allanjeffries.com Boulevard. thesource.metro.net and metro.net. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 December 3, 2020 O’Farrell, TCM celebrate women filmmakers Los Angeles City Councilman devoted programming to films by film is essential and a reminder that Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, women, including 100 films by 100 we must all do our part to bring recently recognized Turner Classic filmmakers from six continents and attention to women’s voices, which Movies for promoting and educat- 44 countries, spanning 12 decades, is why I am honored to proclaim ing audiences about the impact of plus the premiere of a 14-part doc- Dec. 1 as TCM Women Make Film women filmmakers in Hollywood. umentary titled “Women Make Day.” He introduced a motion on Dec. 1 Film: A New Road Movie Through “We thank the city of Los officially proclaiming the date as Cinema,” written and directed by Angeles for this honor and hope TCM Women Make Film Day in Cousins. During the virtual event, that everyone takes the opportunity Los Angeles. O’Farrell presented an official city to celebrate the meaningful impact The proclamation was presented of Los Angeles resolution to TCM of women in the entertainment during a virtual event that included General Manager Pola Changnon. industry,” Changnon added. a conversation hosted by TCM’s “Since its very beginnings, cine- “Women Make Film is a signature Alicia Malone with documentary ma has been blessed with the out- programming event for TCM and director Mark Cousins and featured standing creativity, skills, labor and we will continue to celebrate directors Wanuri Kahiu and Kirsten vision of countless women,” dynamic women and their contribu- Johnson. TCM’s Women Make O’Farrell said. “However, the con- tions to film for many years to Film series spotlights the outstand- tributions and perspectives of come.” ing work of women filmmakers and women to the art and industry of To view the virtual ceremony and their stories, many of which have movies have been historically filmmaker discussion visit photo courtesy of the 13th District council office gone untold. obscured. The work of TCM to ele- youtube.com/watch?v=BvY2qTvv Councilman Mitch O’Farrell presented the proclamation during a virtual Throughout the fall, TCM has vate the perspectives of women in Vxs&feature=youtu.be. program on the impact of women in Hollywood.

Under the Main Street Hiring Tax first-served basis, so it is important Tax credits available to struggling small businesses Credit, eligible small businesses to reserve credits early. If applica- can receive $1,000 in credit for each tions are high, CDTFA may close The California Department of businesses and their workers con- while businesses with over 1,000 net new hire that occurred during the application window earlier than Tax and Fee Administration has tinue to be among the hardest hit employees experienced the fewest the second half of 2020, up to Jan. 15. begun accepting applications for during the COVID-19 pandemic,” job losses (13.3%). Addressing $100,000 per business. The tax For information, visit the Main Street Hiring Tax Credit – said Assemblywoman Sabrina employment losses among small credit can be used against personal cdtfa.ca.gov/taxes-and- also referred to as the Small Cervantes, chair of the Assembly businesses is crucial to the state’s and corporate income tax liabilities fees/SB1447-tax-credit.htm. Business Hiring Tax Credit – which Committee on Jobs, Economic economic recovery. I am proud to or sales and use tax liabilities in was established through the Development and the Economy. have worked with my legislative 2020. approval of SB 1447. The tax credit “Research shows that between colleagues to provide support to our Small businesses seeking the provides financial relief to March and April of this year, pri- small businesses as they fight to credit must first apply with the California small businesses during vate employment in the U.S. fell by reopen and recover from the eco- California Department of Tax & the COVID-19 pandemic. 15.2%. Small firms, however, nomic challenges as a result of the Fee Administration. Applications “California’s 4.1 million small experienced a 21.5% loss of jobs, pandemic.” will be processed on a first-come,

are meant to help as many restau- County offers grants to restaurants for closures rants as possible make ends meet and make it through this crisis. We To help restaurants affected by Angeles, which has its own assis- deploy grant funding to support know it won’t be enough. We need the COVID-19 restrictions, Los tance programs – that can demon- these impacted small businesses.” another federal stimulus package to Angeles County will launch the strate their business was impacted “This pandemic and the recent get a lifeline to all of our businesses Keep L.A. County Dining Grant by COVID-19 due to closure and a closure of outdoor dining has been and workers that are struggling.” Program today, Dec. 3. reduction in revenue. Businesses devastating to our restaurants and For information, call (626)943- The Keep L.A. County Dining that have already received assis- restaurant workers,” added Los 3833, email Grant will provide $30,000 for tance from other Los Angeles Angeles County Supervisor Janice [email protected], or restaurant owners to use for County Coronavirus Aid, Relief, Hahn, 4th District. “These grants visit keeplacountydining.lacda.org. employee payroll expenses, opera- and Economic Security Act pro- tions, payment of outstanding busi- grams are not eligible. ness expenses and adaptive busi- “Earlier this year, restaurants ness practices needed to remain made incredible sacrifices to align Small businesses get open. Preference will be given to with public safety protocols in restaurants that provided outdoor order to open for in person dining dining prior to Nov. 24. The appli- and help pay their bills,” said insight on city resources cation period will run through Supervisor Kathryn Barger, 5th Sunday, Dec. 6, at 11:59 p.m., or District, chair of the Los Angeles Small business owners and Officer Shannon Hoppes present- until 2,500 applications are County Board of Supervisors. entrepreneurs came together ed information on how to do busi- received. “These restaurants, the vast majori- online on Dec. 1 to learn about ness with the city, the types of The program, approved by the ty of which employ fewer than 25 best practices in public procure- contracts available, bidding Los Angeles County Board of people, truly represent the small ment, business resources and basics and the Los Angeles Supervisors on Nov. 24, is overseen business community that drives the contracting with the city of Los Business Assistance Virtual by the Los Angeles County county’s economic engine. The Angeles during the Accessing Network. Jasson Crockett, com- Development Authority. Grants will recent health officer orders to close L.A. RiseWith Virtual munity business director for the be available to small businesses in person dining was a devastating Conference. Mayor’s Office of Economic located in Los Angeles County – blow and as a result, the board iden- The Board of Public Works Development, discussed business not including the city of Los tified the need to immediately and Bureau of Contract resources provided by the Administration, in collaboration mayor’s office and the city of Los with Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Angeles – particularly resources Office of Budget and Innovation for small businesses impacted by Letters to the and Office of Economic the pandemic. The Bureau of Development, hosted the online Contract Administration provided Editor event in lieu of the annual in-per- an overview of its certification son gathering during the program intended to promote Accessing L.A. Expo – the city’s opportunities for small local busi- Thank you for bring- Based on my many years of flagship networking program. ness owners who want to partici- experience (I just turned 94) as a “We hope that the Accessing pate in city contracting projects. ing local news to the writer, author, reporter, journal- L.A. virtual conference helps to Additionally, the Los Angeles ist, editor and publisher, I can educate and prepare our diverse Office of Finance provided insight community honestly say that your newspaper business community on how to on how to apply for and obtain a is outstanding in every way. It do business with the city as they business tax registration certifi- does a splendid job in reporting will play an important role on our cate, and the Economic and the news apolitical and without road to economic recovery,” Los Workforce Development I only get the L.A. Times on bias. Angeles Board of Public Works Department offered information Sunday, so the Thanksgiving It could easily set a viable Vice President Aura Garcia said. on the business assistance services delivery was a surprise. But, the example for other news publica- “This has been a challenging provided through its department best part was to receive a real tions. It amazes me that you can year for so many and I commend and BusinessSource Centers. local newspaper. Thanks … can’t report so extensively on what is the Bureau of Contract The Accessing L.A. program afford a subscription now, but happening in our local and adja- Administration and all of our was created to increase inclusion happy to see you’re still going. cent communities. partners for their continued sup- and economic development for Onward! Keep up the excellent work. port of the business community all Los Angeles residents and and for working towards a more businesses. To view the recorded Michele Hart-Rico George Epstein equitable future for all.” presentations, visit Beverly Drive Detroit Street The city’s Chief Procurement accessingla.org. KRAMER LAW GROUP 12 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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Nov. 26 An assault was reported in the McCadden at 9:30 a.m. 1800 block of Vine at 8 p.m. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10:40 a.m., an unknown sus- P OLICE BLOTTER robbed a victim in the 7900 block At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect pect committed a burglary in the of Santa Monica. assaulted a victim in the 1700 6100 block of Franklin. block of N. Sycamore. An unknown suspect committed a The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Nov. 27 An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 400 block of N. areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between petty theft in the 5800 block of Hayworth at 1:41 p.m. Nov. 20 and Nov. 27. The information was compiled from At 1:40 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 8700 Franklin at 10:40 p.m. crimemapping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: block of Beverly. At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855- stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 8500 block of Beverly. 8850, and the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. Los Angeles Police block of Beachwood. An unknown suspect committed a Department petty theft in the 100 block of N. La grand theft in the 400 block of N. Nov. 23 Beverly Hills Police Cienega at 4 p.m. Rodeo at 1:33 p.m. Nov. 20 An unknown suspect committed a Department At 6:45 p.m., an unknown suspect At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 7000 block of At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim near the corner of committed a burglary in the 400 Hawthorn at 12:01 a.m. Nov. 22 committed a burglary in the 6200 Rosewood and Fairfax. block of Oakhurst. block of Banner. At 12:05 a.m., an unknown sus- At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect pect stole a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a vehicle burglary in Nov. 28 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- 8600 block of Gregory Way. vehicle parked in the 1100 block of the 400 block of Palm. tim in the 7600 block of Melrose at N. La Brea at 8 p.m. At 2:06 a.m., a suspect was arrest- 2:40 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- ed on suspicion of driving under burglary in the 6200 block of At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 100 block of the influence of alcohol or drugs At 3:50 p.m., an unknown suspect Sunset at 6 a.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 100 Crescent at 8:30 p.m. near the corner of Robertson and committed a burglary in the 6500 block of N. Doheny. Rosewood. block of Santa Monica. At 11:55 a.m., an unknown sus-

Nov. 23 pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a 600 block of S. Detroit. tim in the 600 block of S. vehicle parked in the 9700 block of A vandalism incident was reported burglary in the 700 block of N. Cloverdale at 8:30 p.m. Wilshire at 2:30 p.m. in the 9500 block of Olympic at McCadden at 5 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a

6:30 p.m. petty theft in the 500 block of S. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect West Hollywood At 5:45 p.m., an unknown suspect Fairfax at noon. robbed a victim near the corner of At 5:28 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 200 Santa Monica and Gower. committed a grand theft in the 300 Sheriff’s Station block of S. June. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Rodeo. committed a petty theft in the 5400 An unknown suspect committed a Nov. 22 An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Hollywood. burglary in the 1500 block of La An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 7200 block of Baig at 9 p.m. grand theft in the 9700 block of At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect Melrose at 7:30 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Wilshire at 5:32 p.m. assaulted a victim in the 8900 cle parked in the 6100 block of At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Keith. At 8 p.m., a suspect assaulted a Fountain at 9:30 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near At 9 p.m., a vandalism incident victim during a domestic violence the corner of Bronson and Virginia. was reported in the 9800 block of Nov. 23 incident in the 1900 block of Nov. 24 Olympic. Whitley. An unknown suspect committed a

An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- petty theft in the 5900 block of Nov. 24 vehicle parked in the 800 block of Nov. 21 tim near the corner of Hollywood Sunset at 10 p.m. West Knoll at 5:45 a.m. and Vine at 1:42 a.m. At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect assaulted a At 11:21 p.m., an unknown sus- pect committed a grand theft near At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 6700 block of At 6:20 a.m., an unknown suspect pect committed a burglary in the the corner of Rodeo and Gregory assaulted a victim in the 1000 Hollywood at 4 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 600 6200 block of Wilshire. Way. block of Hayworth. block of N. Citrus. At 5:50 a.m., an unknown suspect Nov. 26 An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a robbed a victim near the corner of An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 9700 block of burglary in the 1100 block of Van Ness and Lexington. petty theft in the 6700 block of At 1:05 a.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 4 p.m. Flores at 3 p.m. Sunset at 10:40 a.m. assaulted a victim in the 800 block An unknown suspect stole a vehi- of N. Alta Vista. At 4:47 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 800 block of N. At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 400 committed a petty theft in the 1400 La Brea at 10 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a block of Swall. block of N. Crescent Heights. 6200 block of Waring. petty theft in the 8300 block of At 1:55 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 1:54 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a robbed a victim near the corner of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- petty theft in the 6600 block of petty theft in the 8400 block of Clinton and Gardner. cle parked near the corner of At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 6:40 p.m. Santa Monica at 7:15 p.m. Tamarind and Fountain at noon. committed a petty theft near the An unknown suspect committed a corner of Beverly and La Cienega. At 11:24 p.m., a vandalism inci- At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- burglary in the 6300 block of S. At 12:20 p.m., an unknown sus- dent was reported in the 400 block pect committed a burglary in the Orange at 5 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- of N. Oakhurst. 1300 block of Harper. 1700 block of N. Cahuenga. cle parked near the corner of Las At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Palmas and Yucca at 11:26 a.m. A vandalism incident was reported burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a Nov. 24 7100 block of Sunset. in the 9600 block of Wilshire at burglary in the 800 block of N. At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect

11:38 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a Detroit at 1 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 5700 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- vehicle parked in the 1300 block of block of W. Sixth. tim in the 7100 block of Hawthorn Nov. 25 Hayworth at 5:50 a.m. At 3:23 p.m., an unknown suspect at 7:05 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 5600 An unknown suspect stole a vehi-

At noon, an unknown suspect At 3:40 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Wilshire. cle parked in the 1700 block of N. At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- committed a burglary in the 500 robbed a victim in the 400 block of Curson at 4 p.m. pect robbed a victim near the cor- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of Roxbury. Westmount. ner of Sunset and Orange. tim near the corner of Santa At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Monica and Wilcox at 3:40 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near An unknown suspect stole a bicy- burglary in the 800 block of Sierra cle in the 900 block of N. Doheny Nov. 22 the corner of Clark and Alden. at 1:25 p.m. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect at 6 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 7300 At 6 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a At 1:49 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 6200 block of Fountain. burglary in the 100 block of N. La At 7:15 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 9700 block of Sunset. Peer at 6 p.m. A vehicle burglary burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a block of Wilshire. was reported in the same area at 600 block of N. Almont. petty theft in the 6600 block of An unknown suspect committed a approximately the same time. grand theft in the 5500 block of Wilshire at 6:40 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a Wilshire at 7:15 a.m. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle burglary in the 400 block of burglary in the 1100 block of At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 400 Beverly at 3:10 p.m. Hacienda at 8 p.m. robbed a victim in the 1900 block At noon, an unknown suspect block of N. Sycamore. of Vedanta. committed a grand theft in the At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Nov. 25 stole a vehicle parked in the 100 5800 block of Sunset. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a vehicle burglary in the 300 block of block of N. Doheny. At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- petty theft in the 6700 block of An unknown suspect committed a S. Clark at 11:30 p.m. pect burglarized a vehicle parked petty theft in the 600 block of N. Hollywood at 9:35 p.m. Nov. 26 in the 1000 block of Edinburgh. Spalding at 1 p.m. Nov. 27 At 10:20 p.m., an unknown sus- At 1:54 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 12:45 p.m., an unknown sus- pect robbed a victim in the 1400 At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a commercial theft in cle parked in the 8700 block of pect assaulted a victim in the 900 block of N. Curson. stole a vehicle parked near the the 8300 block of Wilshire. Sunset at 4:39 p.m. block of Wilton. corner of El Centro and Yucca. Nov. 25 Nov. 27 At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect committed a stole a vehicle parked near the victim in the 1000 block of Wilcox At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 600 block of S. At 1:32 p.m., an unknown suspect corner of La Brea and Lexington. at 2:30 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 6300 Hudson at 8:30 a.m. committed a grand theft in the block of Maryland. 9700 block of Wilshire. An unknown suspect committed a At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 11:15 a.m., an unknown sus- burglary in the 7900 block of Santa committed a burglary in the 1300 An unknown suspect stole a bicy- pect committed a petty theft near An unknown suspect committed a Monica at 10 p.m. block of N. Cahuenga. cle in the 300 block of N. San Vicente and Genesee. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 December 3, 2020

Project Angel Food gives many New entry plaza at NHM named after county leader The Mark Ridley-Thomas a reason to be thankful Entrance Plaza will soon welcome visitors on the southwest side of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County’s Exposition Park campus – a $60 million project sched- uled to break ground next summer. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion on Nov. 24 by Supervisors Kathryn Barger, 5th District, and Sheila Kuehl, 3rd District, to name the entrance plaza in recognition of Ridley-Thomas and his leadership in the 2nd District. His tenure with the board ended on Nov. 30. Ridley-Thomas won a seat on the Los Angeles City Council repre- photo courtesy of the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County senting the 10th District on Nov. 3. The Mark Ridley-Thomas Entrance Plaza, part of the NHM Commons Throughout his 12 years as a project, is shown in a rendering by Frederick Fisher and Partners. county supervisor, Ridley-Thomas has advocated for education and Commons entrance plaza in honor Ridley-Thomas said. “I have wit- better appreciation of the natural of Supervisor Ridley-Thomas, who nessed first-hand the transforma- photo by Rachel Murray/Getty Images for Project Angel Food world, supporting greater access to has been a true champion of this tion of the institution over the past NHMLAC research and collec- institution, the project and of 12 years as it has delighted Loni Love (“The Real”) was among many celebrity volunteers who tions, and improving community increasing access to the arts, sci- Angelenos with dynamic exhibi- helped Project Angel Food deliver 1,900 meals to critically-ill people health by expanding green space ence, culture and green space for the tions and programs, and engaged in Los Angeles on Thanksgiving. The volunteers included Juan Pablo and public offerings in Exposition surrounding neighborhoods in the neighborhood residents in commu- Di Pace, Lisa Foxx, Megan Hilty, Michael Nouri, Stuart O’Keeffe, Park, county leaders and museum 2nd District and for all Angelenos,” nity science. NHM continues to Laura Pierson, Peter Port, Gregory Zarian and Lawrence Zarian. Civic administrators said. NHMLAC President and Director welcome the broadest audience to leaders also helped, including West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey “It is my honor to partner with Dr. Lori Bettison-Varga added. experience the museum – physical- Horvath and Councilmembers-elect John Erickson and Sepi Shyne, as Supervisor Kuehl in naming the NHM Commons will provide ly and virtually. I am truly honored well as Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District. entrance plaza of the Natural 75,000 square feet of renovated to have this new entrance plaza For information, visit angelfood.org. History Museum Commons after space, new construction and land- named after me and look forward to Supervisor Ridley-Thomas,” scaping to create a welcoming the NHM Commons becoming a Barger said. “This dedication is sig- “front porch” at the Exposition Park true community hub when it opens Cookie kits support St. Vincent Meals on Wheels nificant in marking the immeasur- campus, museum officials said. in 2023.” St. Vincent Meals on Wheels is celebrating the holidays in a fun, safe and able contributions that Supervisor NHM Commons will include a free The project has received $56.6 delicious way by holding a cookie decorating event for families. Ridley-Thomas has made to arts welcome center, new state-of-the- million so far, including $30 mil- Participants purchase a St. Vincent Meals on Wheels Cookie Kit for $50, and culture in his district and art theater and multipurpose space, lion in support from Los Angeles with proceeds benefiting the nonprofit’s meal delivery program for seniors. throughout the county. Visitors to and increased exhibition spaces. County and $9 million from the The kits include cookies, decorations, a cocktail recipe and Zoom link to a the museum will be reminded of “I have long said the Natural state of Calfornia. Donations from virtual party on Thursday, Dec. 10, at 6 p.m. this for generations to come.” History Museum is the cultural foundations and individuals The kits can be picked up on Wednesday, Dec. 9, from 2 to 4 p.m. at “The Natural History Museum is heart of Los Angeles and the his- account for $17.6 million. For Santa’s L.A. Workshop, 2303 Miramar St. Participants will be greeted by pleased to name the NHM toric anchor of Exposition Park,” information, visit nhm.org. holiday carolers in a drive-thru and receive cookie kits from Santa’s helpers. Demand for St. Vincent Meals on Wheels services have doubled since the pandemic began, and the cookie kits provide much-needed support for Blackberry Pancakes with our the organization. For an additional $5, participants can have cookies sent to five seniors. For information, visit stvincentmow.org. Famous Boysenberry Syrup!

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Israel Film Festival begins virtually on Dec. 13 The 34th Israel Film Festival and his 70th birthday, a special in Los Angeles, the largest showing of the Kaveret/Poogy showcase of Israeli cinema in reunion concert film, shot in North America, will be present- 2013 at two sold-out perfor- ed exclusively online from Dec. mances in Tel Aviv’s Hayarkon 13 to 17. The opening night film Park with over 100,000 concert will be “Asia,” winner of nine goers in attendance, will be Ophir Awards including Best screened at the opening night Film, Best Director for Ruthy event on Dec. 13. Pribar and Best Supporting “Sublet,” directed and co- Actress for Shira Hass, who was written by Eytan Fox, will have nominated for an Emmy Award the festival centerpiece position. for her role in Netflix’s “Laila in Haifa,” Amos “Unorthodox.” Gitai’s latest feature film which “Asia” has also been chosen premiered at the 2020 Venice as Israel’s official selection for Film Festival in the Official the international film category Competition, will close the fes- at the 2021 Academy Awards. tival with a special screening This year’s festival edition will followed by a Q&A with Mr. allow audiences to virtually dis- photo courtesy of the Israel Film Festival Gitai, hosted by Richard Peña, cover the very best of new Meir Fenigstein will be honored former program director of the Israeli cinema and rediscover with the festival’s lifetime Film Society of Lincoln Center old gems, including award-win- achievement award. in New York. ning features, documentaries, The festival will also honor past Ophir Award winners as creation of the festival. beloved actor, producer, direc- well as Q&As from leading “As the world faces enormous tor and prankster Yehuda filmmakers and talent from the disruption and loss, we are hum- Barkan, who passed away in photo by Jeremy Lock films. bled at the opportunity to bring October at age 75 from compli- Cuban trumpeter Arturo Sandoval will perform live from the Broad Stage. The Board of Directors of the the simple pleasure of films and cations of COVID-19. festival has selected one of its entertainment into people’s The festival will include a members to receive the 2020 lives,” Fenigstein said. “While screening of Barkan's last acting IFF Lifetime Achievement theaters are closed, the movies role in “Love in Suspenders,” a Arturo Sandoval live at Broad Stage Award: Meir Fenigstein, of this year’s Israel Film romantic comedy that shows Legendary Cuban trumpeter first musician to bring Latin influ- founder and executive director Festival offer audiences watch- that love comes in many ages. Arturo Sandoval, 2013 recipient ences into American jazz. of the Israel Film Festival. ing at home a chance to escape Barkan was a stalwart of classic of the Presidential Medal of Sandoval began studying classical A highly respected member of for a brief time into the wonders Israeli comedy films and a mas- Freedom, will bring the ultimate trumpet at the age of 12, but it did- the Israeli film community of great storytelling and capti- ter of practical jokes whose pen- Latin jazz party into homes start- n’t take him long to catch the (known under his stage name vating characters, and to recap- chant for prank calls helped ing this weekend. It will be avail- excitement of the jazz world. Poogy, the drummer of the ture some past favorites.” establish his career 55 years able on-demand for one week He has since evolved into one of Israeli musical rock band To coincide with Fenigstein’s ago. from Saturday, Dec. 5, to Sunday, the world’s most acknowledged Kaveret/Poogy), Fenigstein’s honor of receiving the IFF For more information, visit Dec. 13, for $10 and free to Broad guardians of jazz trumpet and vision and dedication led to the Lifetime Achievement Award israelfilmfestival.com. Stage Members. flugelhorn, as well as a renowned In this upbeat and melodious classical artist, pianist and com- concert “Arturo Sandoval Live poser. from the Broad Stage,” Sandoval Sandoval has been awarded 10 The Petersen offers inspiring virtual school tours and his band perform 60 minutes Grammy Awards, and nominated of original compositions and 19 times; he has also received six The Petersen Automotive inspired covers that will get audi- Billboard Awards and an Emmy Museum has announced a new ences on their feet and swaying to Award. program to offer customized virtu- the beat. The upcoming program features al school tours for students and A protégé of the legendary jazz Will Brahm (guitar), Ricardo teachers engaged in distance master Dizzy Gillespie, Sandoval Pasillas (percussion), Johnny learning. Supported by the muse- was born in Artemisa, a small Friday (drums), John Belazaguy um’s Hammertime Global town in the outskirts of Havana, (bass) and Max Haymer (piano). Education program, the virtual Cuba, on Nov. 6, 1949, just two For more information, visit via tours are designed to educate stu- years after Gillespie became the thebroadstage.org. dents and inspire the next genera- tion of car enthusiasts. The 60-minute virtual tour walks students and teachers through the museum’s exhibits and is followed by a live lesson with a museum educator. Structured by grade level, the classes focus on various subjects, including science, history, per- forming arts, English language arts, visual arts and digital literacy. Students are encouraged to par- ticipate at a distance in a range of collaborative discussions, prob- lem-solving exercises and analysis techniques related to the automo- bile. The tours and lessons align with the California curriculum standards. “We are thrilled to be able to photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum offer students and teachers the The lines on the museum’s vibrant facade were fabricated to resemble a ability to learn about automotive racetrack. history in an enjoyable and safe environment,” Petersen time. Americans, from incoming immi- Automotive Museum Executive Students in grades three through grants to long-settled populations. Director Terry Karges said. “The five will explore the history of Los High school students will be museum believes that the automo- Angeles through the lens of car given an enhanced comprehension bile can be an essential learning culture, where they engage with a of the innovation and design tool for students, and part of the cross-section of local cars from process, specifically related to the museum’s education initiative is the collection and learn the stories evolution of car design and tech- to deepen their knowledge and behind the people who built, nology. connection to topics that support designed, and customized them. The history of alternatively California’s curriculum stan- Middle school students sixth powered cars will be introduced dards.” through eighth grade will examine and students will engage in a crit- Using a blend of science-based the impact the automotive indus- ical analysis of transportation’s hands-on activities and creative try has had on the American econ- social and environmental impact movement exercises, kindergarten omy, urbanization and infrastruc- to further the transportation needs through second grade students ture. Additionally, students will of the future. will learn how cars work and how learn how the auto industry has For more information, visit cars and roads have changed over defined social mobility for many petersen.org/distance-learning. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 December 3, 2020 ‘New Girl’ is better than ‘Friends’ – fight me

How many times can you rewatch the same show? Once a year, twice maybe? And when the series finale arrives, what’s next? In my house, the answer is obvious, at least for “New Girl”: restart. This year might feel like a terri- ble video game repeating the tired pattern on a Groundhog Day loop. Stay at home. Flattened curve. Stay at home. Loosened restrictions. Stay at home. Restart and restart. And the numbers of new TV options tend to come in short sea- son orders. But not all repetition is the absolute worst, like teaming up photo courtesy of the Holocaust Museum LA with my wife to defend against a Violinist Janice Mautner Markham and accordionist Melinda Wes barrage of attacks from pent-up photo courtesy of Fox will perform in a virtual concert on Dec. 8. kids. Rinse and repeat since March. Zooey Deschanel, center, leads a stellar cast in ‘New Girl,” a series worth Luckily, one series proves it watching and rewatching. remains watchable from start to fin- Klezmer musicians Zingarella ish, easily enjoyed on repeat. reveal the heart and joy hiding watching close friends undone. “New Girl” actually improves beneath layers of oddities That only I also admit a degree of early dis- come to Holocaust Museum LA with each viewing. The series pre- works across multiple seasons and appointment when Coach (played The Holocaust Museum LA has performed at the Broad Stage tends to focus solely on Zooey requires investment in the stories. by Damon Wayans in the pilot; he will present “Klezmer, Culture and the Skirball Cultural Center. Deschanel’s Jessica Day, designed Too often, three-camera sitcoms returns in the third and fourth sea- and Art: Inspired by David Markham, who also plays vio- to flip off the manic pixie dream cater to uninitiated viewers who son) exited after the pilot due to an Labkovski and Sholem lin in the Klezmer Gypsy rock girl, while the best moments might only watch occasionally or obligation to another series. But Aleichem,” a virtual concert by band Mostly Kosher, is director involve her incredible costars: Jake jump in anew (not to mention the new roommate Winston in the sec- Zingarella, the acclaimed duo of of the Jewish Youth Orchestra Johnson as directionless Nick painful pandering jokes). ond episode becomes a sleeper hit, violinist Janice Mautner and the JAC Trio string ensem- Miller, Hannah Simone as BFF- “New Girl” is for a more mature eventually. Markham and accordionist ble. She is artistic director of the model Cece Parekh, Lamorne viewer (ironic, considering the He’s a bit straight-laced at first, Melinda West, on Tuesday, Dec. arts nonprofit Vox Box Arts Morris as cat-man Winston Bishop characters’ immaturity) ready to but the loft wears him down. What 8, at 11 a.m. The concert, which Collective. West, an accordion- and Max Greenfield as Schmidt, embark upon both sincere and hilar- emerges is a peculiar cat man who will also include special guests ist/pianist and the singing front- best described a lovable, well, ious topics. I can only imagine the pranks too big or too little and rocks from the Jewish Youth woman of the stompfolk band female cleaning product – a term splendid chemistry between not a flock of enviable bird shirts. Orchestra, is inspired by the Sugar Rum Tantrum, has per- oft employed by his friends. only the actors but the actors and Then there’s Schmidt. Eternally museum’s virtual exhibit, formed at both Disney World and The dialogue and ludicrous sce- the writers’ room team as they in love with Cece, vain in an “Recalling a Lost World: David the Hollywood Bowl. narios coalesce wonderfully, develop outrageous sequences that endearing way, wildly over the top Labkovski Brings the Stories of A donation of $10 is suggest- amounting to something worth take on new meaning during pro- and too into EDM. He easily steals Sholem Aleichem to Life.” ed. For more information and to revisiting immediately after finish- duction. most scenes. And Cece caps off the Zingarella performs a contem- register, visit holocaustmuseum- ing the first binge-through. And Nick confused by Schmidt’s sim- cast, first as Jess’ oldest friend who porary mix of traditional la.org/event-details/klezmer-cul- yes, it’s better than “Friends” – ple act of gifting him a cookie. always attracts the guys. But that’s Klezmer, “American Songbook” ture-and-art-virtual-concert- fight me. Schmidt’s discussion with a gyne- just the intro. She enjoys many hys- standards and Latin tango with a inspired-by-david-labkovski- I will die on this hill. I say this as cologist about how they effectively terical moments, especially a truly twist of old-school jazz. The duo and-sholem-aleichem. a longtime enthusiast of zany New have sex using a very involved disturbing baby voice. Yorkers for 10 seasons. But “New analogy. Winston’s inability to “do Creator Elizabeth Meriwether Girl” accomplishes more in less some puzzling,” he sings. It all (screenwriter of “No Strings time. Shenanigans, check. works, with very few moments Attached”) knows her way around Charming characters getting in falling flat across 146 episodes. an eclectic cast worth engaging their own way, check. A couple Back to that “Friends” compari- over and over. blooming romances, one spanning son. The Nick and Jess relationship The power of “New Girl” resides the entire series, check and check, easily surpasses Ross and Rachel somewhere between a familiar with a payoff that doesn’t abruptly (yes, easily – that’s not an exagger- insanity and the general uncertainty – undeservedly – top off the ending. ation). Their ups and downs feel 30-somethings encounter quite fre- Jessica and her roommates in an more authentic, the result of adult- quently. L.A. loft exemplify just how crazy ing challenges. And when they do Enjoy this one as many times as everyone can get. Jess might appear come together and split (the usual possible; replace it with your sea- the quirkiest of the bunch, but back and forth of such shows), the sonal “Friends” marathon. It’s that seven seasons of splendid madness emotional impact feels real, like good – fight me. Holiday programming at NHM and Page Museum The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and the La Brea Tar Pits are offering several exhibits through the hol- iday season. “Rise Up LA: A Century of Votes for Women” celebrates the 19th Amendment’s centennial year and honors 100 years of passion and progress through narratives about everyday women who shaped the suffrage movement and the political land- scape through voting, communi- ty organizing, and by fighting for rights in the workplace, classroom, and community from the turn of the century through photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum the current moment. Sabertooth cats fossils are among the bones on display at the La Brea While the exhibition is cur- Tar Pits. rently available online at nhm.org/vote, NHM will present where attendees can explore the which they will explore the the full exhibition on site at the sticky world of asphalt at La sticky fate of sabertooth cats, museum at a later date. Brea Tar Pits. Children can mammoths and much more. For “Adventures in Nature attend interactive virtual ses- more information and to register, Connected” will be available sions full of hands-on activities visit nhmlac.org/adventures- online from Jan. 4 to 8, 2021, and scientific investigation in nature. 18 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Beverly Hills Public Library has Forest Lawn to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe Forest Lawn’s virtual celebration of the feast day Our Lady of thousands of e-learning classes Guadalupe (Nuestra Señora de E-learning provides a safe the Next Beverly Hills Coding Guadalupe) will take place virtually route to education and personal Bootcamp. “While individuals on Sunday, Dec. 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. and professional development are at home, this has been an This bilingual observance of one during the pandemic, and the opportunity to learn new skills of the most significant Mexican Beverly Hills Public Library has that they may not have had time holidays will be a brightly colored residents covered for free. for previously.” and vivid event, bringing pageantry Through electronic services, In the Coding Bootcamp Class, honoring the patron saint of the the library offers thousands of or Python 3.0 Programming, stu- Americas into the homes of view- courses through many online dents learn the coding language ers. The authentic ceremony will learning platforms, meeting the Python-3 during a six-week include a bilingual religious ser- needs of users at every age. beginner course taught online by vice, Mariachi music, and a Ballet Among the thousands of cours- a professor who holds a Ph.D. in Folklorico Internacional dance per- es, visitors will find reading strat- computer science and is a current formance. egy courses for little ones, cre- faculty at the University of Highlights for the virtual event ative classes and homework help Tennessee. Many Next members include a bilingual service led by for youth and teens, personal have taken this course, and Next the Rev. Mario Juarez from Christ development for adults, entrepre- continues to encourage profes- Cathedral in Orange County, neurial courses like designing sional development through Mariachi music performed by effective websites, creating courses like these. Mariachi Juvenil Herencia photo by Richard Williams mobile apps with HTML5 and “We want people to know how Mexicana and a dance performance The Rev. Mario Juarez will lead the upcoming virtual service. coding bootcamp, Python pro- valuable and accessible the free, by Ballet Folklorico Internacional. gramming and more. online courses are through the “Forest Lawn looks forward to Mexico and other countries make build a church on Tepeyac Hill. The Next Beverly Hills, in partner- library’s e-learning, and the bringing this year’s Our Lady of pilgrimages to see an image of the bishop wanted proof of this ship with the Beverly Hills Public amazing instruction that is pro- Guadalupe celebration into the Virgin Mary, and children dress in encounter, so he asked for a mirac- Library, has been offering its vided,” Cook said. homes of our community,” said traditional costumes and are ulous sign. St. Diego went to members the Coding Bootcamp Other e-learning topics include Rodolfo Saenz, senior vice presi- blessed in churches. Tepeyac Hill and found roses through the library’s Gale e- accounting and finance, design dent marketing at Forest Lawn. The holiday celebrates the belief blooming in a location where cac- learning services. and composition, writing and “The vibrant virtual celebration is a that Saint Juan Diego, the first tus had previously grown. He then “I never expected such mass publishing, law and legal, and beautiful way to honor the patron indigenous American Roman returned to the bishop with an participation during the pilot more. saint of the Americas and to kick Catholic saint and a patron to image of Our Lady of Guadalupe ranging from high schoolers all To obtain a library card and off the holiday season.” indigenous Americans, encountered on his cloak. The bishop was con- the way up to individuals in their access online learning, visit The feast day of Our Lady of Mary in Mexico City on Dec. 9 and vinced and built a church in her 70s,” said Bradley Cook, chair of bhpl.org, or call (310)288-2244. Guadalupe is one of the most popu- 12 in 1531. honor. lar holidays in Mexico, and one that According to the narrative, Mary Streaming is available via Forest is gaining in popularity in the appeared and spoke to St. Diego in Lawn’s Facebook page, live and Beverly Hills offers grants for United States. In the traditional his native Nahuatl language and following the event at fiesta, Catholics from across told him to ask the local bishop to facebook.com/ForestLawn. community assistance programs The city of Beverly Hills is vide a service that meets a commu- accepting applications until Feb. 1, nity need including social services, Amplifying New Voices writing conference is Dec. 5 2021, for grant funding to providers community health and education. Final Draft and Dell Newly appointed Final Draft us to be able to offer the event at of services for the community’s This year, the city will again accept Technologies announced that the President Shelly Mellott, the first no cost as so many professional most vulnerable populations. applications for cultural grants. The inaugural “Amplifying New female president in the company’s and aspiring writers alike are Organizations that are vital to the applicant must be, or partner with, a Voices: A Very Short Conference 30-year history, will deliver the struggling financially.” health and welfare of the local and 501(c)(3) organization. for Film and TV Writers” will be opening remarks. The conference Panelists and moderators regional community are encour- The applicant must return com- held Saturday, Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. is being offered free of charge to include a diverse list of estab- aged to apply. pleted application by 5 p.m. on Feb. The 90-minute conference will all interested attendees. lished screenwriters, distinguished The community assistance grant 1, 2021, by email to humanser- feature three panels aimed at illu- “Writers are facing unique chal- medical experts and industry lead- funding will be awarded for the [email protected], or via mail, minating several topics including lenges with everything going on ers including “Palm Springs” 2021-22 fiscal year. This past fund- postmarked no later than Feb. 1, finding representation, what every in the world right now,” Mellott screenwriter Andy Siara. ing cycle, 19 organizations received 2021, to the Beverly Hills Human writer should know before signing said. “We wanted to offer fresh, For information or to register, grant funding for services that cover Services Division. a contract, coping with carpal tun- practical conversations and visit eventbrite.com/e/amplifying- seniors, homelessness, physical and For information, call (310)285- nel syndrome and social isolation, inspired solutions on a range of new-voices-a-very-short-confer- mental health, culture and more. 1006, or visit beverlyhills.org/cagf and constructive tips from estab- issues that writers encounter every ence-for-film-and-tv-writers-tick- To qualify, an applicant must pro- or beverlyhills.org/humanservices. lished screenwriters. day. It was especially important to ets-129783149895?aff=PR. 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Dodgers Foundation honored for ‘The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk’ comes to The Wallis The magical world of artist work on racial inequality Marc Chagall and his wife Bella The Los Angeles Dodgers Fund, RISE and Nascimento is tenderly brought to life in Foundation announced last month Foundation. Daniel Jamieson’s “The Flying that it has been named as a recipient “As the world and the global Lovers of Vitebsk,” presented by of Beyond Sport’s 2020 Sport for sporting community face unprece- the Wallis Annenberg Center for Reduced Racial Inequalities dented challenges, Beyond Sport is the Performing Arts on demand Collective Impact Awards sup- committed to using the power of Dec. 11 to 18. ported by the Dick’s Sporting sport to create solutions to global Partners in life and on canvas, Goods Foundation. The 2020 challenges and spur positive social the Chagalls are immortalized as Beyond Sport Collective Impact change,” said Nick Keller, Beyond the picture of romance. On the Award has a focus on racial equity Sport founder and president. “The painter’s canvas they flew, but in and honors the best community Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation is real life they walked through sport organizations across the being recognized for their multi- some of the most challenging United States. The award creates a pronged approach within numerous times in 20th century history – space for collaboration in finding programs aimed at uplifting the navigating the devastation of war, the ways to harness team sports to Black community.” the Russian Revolution and each address racial inequities and sup- Named 2020 ESPN Sports other. port Black communities. LADF Humanitarian Team of the Year, “The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk was selected for its outstanding LADF champions racial equity is a beautiful love story,” said work using baseball and softball to through Dodgers Dreamfields and Paul Crewes, The Wallis’ artistic address racial inequality and its Dodgers RBI, by making director. “It is joyful, sensual, dedication to working in partner- baseball/softball more accessible to heartbreaking and funny.” ship for the greater good of youth racial/ethnic minority youth, refur- This critically acclaimed the- and society. bishing dilapidated fields in under- atrical production of Bristol Old Now in its 12th year, the 2020 served areas, and delivering health Vic, Kneehigh and Wise Beyond Sport Global Awards cele- care, educational resources and Children, directed by Emma Rice brate, support, raise awareness and trauma-informed coaching with music by Ian Ross, com- provide funding for ways sport is approaches to create healing envi- bines the visuals of Chagall’s being used to help make the United ronments for Los Angeles’ most paintings with the music and Nations Sustainable Development vulnerable youth. In the quest for a dance of the Russian-Jewish tra- photo by Steve Tanner/courtesy of The Wallis Goals a reality. LADF is one of four more equitable and just society, dition. The on-demand program Marc Antolin as Marc Chagall and Audrey Brisson as Bella Chagall organizations from across the LADF offers unwavering support will be filmed in early December star in “The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk.” nation selected to work over the to the Black community through its live on stage at the U.K.’s Bristol course of the year to create innova- programming. Old Vic (with strict COVID heath to protect all of our valued team, adventure,” she added. tive sports-based solutions to “As the world yearns for a return restrictions and without an audi- but all the preparation will all be Tickets for viewing “The Flying address systemic racism, inequality to normalcy, we must acknowledge ence). worth it when we immerse our- Lovers of Vitebsk” on Smart TV, and injustice in the United States. that life before the pandemic was The production features Marc selves in the spiritually intimate computer, smartphone or tablet are They will receive grant funding riddled with systemic injustices that Antolin as Marc Chagall and and genuinely moving, real life $21.38. The on demand purchase made possible by the Dick’s created two Americas,” said Nichol Audrey Brisson as Bella Chagall, love story of Marc and Bella includes a seven-day window of Sporting Goods Foundation and Whiteman, CEO of LADF. “With a reprising their roles from the orig- Chagall,” Rice said. access from 8 p.m. on Friday, Laureus Sport for Good social justice lens guiding our pro- inal production, which had its live “And, while nothing will ever Dec. 11 until 7:59 p.m. on Friday, Foundation, business support tools gramming, we support Black youth U.S. premiere at The Wallis in replace the thrill of a night out at Dec. 18. and strategic guidance from an and their families as they seek the 2018. the theatre, this broadcast – fresh, For more information, visit the- expert advisory panel that includes freedom and protection that all “We are taking the utmost care fun and intimate – is a wonderful wallis.org/lovers. Global Sport Institute at Arizona Americans deserve.” State University, Local Initiatives For information, visit Support Corporation, Play Equity dodgers.com/ladf. Webinar supports people with HIV Life Group LA is holding a free community colleges in Los Angeles zoom seminar titled “Evolving and Orange counties. He volunteers Through HIV: A Writing Exercise” as an emotional support group facil- with guest speaker Brian Adams on itator for Life Group LA and trains Friday, Dec. 4, from noon to 2 p.m., new facilitators. Adams has led Life via Zoom. Group LA’s continuing education Challenges like HIV bring sessions and has presented educa- extreme stress, but also require peo- tional modules for L.A. Shanti and ple to adapt and grow in order to Life Group LA for nearly 20 years. survive. With pen and paper, partic- Founded in 2005, Life Group LA ipants can explore the ways HIV provides free information and emo- has impacted their lives. tional support for people with The group will start with introduc- HIV/AIDS. All services are offered tions and instructions before each in a non-judgmental and safe envi- participant spends time writing. The ronment with compassion and group will then reconvene for a dis- understanding. cussion before returning as individu- The event is free but requires reg- als for a final writing session. istration by visiting Adams teaches psychology at lifegroupla.org/zoom. Grammy Museum presents Motown While the Grammy Museum's music’s most important artists physical location remains closed today. due to COVID-19, the museum has In addition to stage outfits from announced a new exhibit upon many of Motown’s top performers, reopening, “Motown: The Sound of such as the Temptations, the Four Young America,” presented by City Tops, the Miracles and the National Bank. Supremes, the exhibition also “Our curatorial team has been includes exclusive interviews with hard at work preparing for our many Motown legends. reopening. We are thrilled to finally In celebration, Motown Records update everyone about some of will take over this month's Spotlight what our community can look for- Saturdays, the museum's virtual ward to when that time comes, program series featuring up-and- while still making some of that con- coming artists in sit-down inter- tent available virtually in the mean- views and performances every time,” Grammy Museum President Saturday on its new streaming plat- Michael Sticka said. form, Collection:live. The exhibition traces the evolu- This month's Spotlight Saturdays tion of the famed record label, include Joy Denalane on Dec. 5, focusing on its major artists and Chaz French on Dec. 12, Asiahn on musical achievements, and Dec. 19 and Njomza on Dec. 26. explores how the sound of Motown For more information, visit continues to influence some of pop watch.grammymuseum.org. 20 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Hammer Museum appoints eight board new members The Hammer Museum at UCLA announced eight new board members: Charles Gaines and Mary Osako to its Board of Directors; and Dee Kerrison, Pan Pacific Park provides Christine Meleo Bernstein, Lari Pittman, Keith Rivers, Komal new space for recreation Shah and Ann Soh Woods to its Board of Advisors. Gaines is a highly influential artist and professor at CalArts, and Osako is UCLA’s first vice chancellor for strategic communi- cations. Kerrison, Meleo Bernstein, Shah and Soh Woods are passionate art collectors and patrons with successful careers in finance, film and television, tech and spirits, respectively. Pittman photos courtesy of the Hammer Museum is a celebrated artist and UCLA Eight new members were appointed to the Board of Advisors for the professor, and Rivers is an avid Hammer Museum. Pictured clockwise from top left: Charles Gaines, arts supporter and former NFL Mary Osako, Dee Kerrison, Christine Meleo Berstein, Ann Soh Woods, linebacker. Komal Shah, Keith Rivers and Lari Pittman. “This year has been demanding on many fronts, but we are galva- efforts at some of the most innov- Buffalo Bills. His collection nized by the addition of eight pas- ative Fortune 500 companies in ranges from prominent artists like sionate and thoughtful members the world. John Baldessari, Barbara Kruger, to our Board of Directors and Kerrison currently serves as Kerry James Marshall and Kara Board of Advisors,” Hammer treasurer of the Noah Purifoy Walker to emerging international The Dec. 8, 1983, issue of the Park Labrea News showed former Los Museum Director Ann Philbin Foundation and previously served artists he discovers in his travels. Angeles County Supervisor Edmund D. Edelman speaking at the ded- said. “The range of their expertise on the boards of the Mistake Shah was an early female pio- ication of Pan Pacific Park, a 28-acre greenspace located between and perspectives will help us nav- Room and the William H. Johnson neer in the Silicon Valley tech Beverly Boulevard and Third Street, across from Park La Brea. The igate the many challenges ahead, Foundation for the Arts, which world and is now focused on sup- park was 10 years in the making and cost $10.4 million. Edelman including the necessary work of offered a juried prize to emerging porting the arts and empowering helped secure state and county funding to purchase the land and devel- upending the status quo for muse- African-American artists. women as a philanthropist, angel op the park, and the city of Los Angeles contributed the remaining ums and working toward equity Bernstein and her husband/part- investor, and collector with a funds. Joining Edelman at the dedication ceremony were then-Los and racial justice.” ner Armyan own the independent focus on women and artists of Angeles City Councilman Zev Yaroslavsky, 5th District, and Council The Board of Directors is the film and television company color. Shah is a trustee of SFMO- President John Ferraro, 4th District. The park currently remains a pop- museum’s governing body and the Beacon Picture. Bernstein, who is MA and the Haas School of ular space for recreation, and also serves as a flood control basin to pro- addition of Gaines and Osako also a sculptor, is involved in Business at UC Berkeley. She is tect the surrounding neighborhoods. brings the number of board mem- many local arts organizations in also on the Stanford Art Council bers to 22. The Board of Advisors, Los Angeles as well as New York. and the acquisition committee at consisting of 32 members, sup- Pittman is an artist and faculty the Tate. ports the museum’s program and member of the UCLA School of Soh Woods is a pioneering the Hammer Contemporary the Arts and Architecture. He has entrepreneur in the spirits industry Collection. had major exhibitions at the and a passionate supporter of con- Los Angeles-based artist Gaines Institute of Contemporary Art, temporary art. In 2014, she found- is celebrated for his works on London, the Los Angeles County ed Soh Spirits LLC, developing paper and acrylic glass, pho- Museum of Art and the Hammer Kikori Whiskey into the first tographs, drawings, musical com- Museum. Japanese rice whiskey offered in positions, and installations that An avid art collector of contem- the United States. She is a long- investigate how rule-based proce- porary art, Rivers has been serv- standing member of the museum’s dures influence representation and ing on the executive committee of Hammer Circle patron group and construct meaning. the Hammer’s Collective patron a supporter of emerging artists A Los Angeles native and group since its founding in 2018. from Los Angeles and also the UCLA alumna, Osako has more A former NFL linebacker, Rivers Korean diaspora. than 20 years of experience lead- played for the Cincinnati Bengals, For more information, visit ing complex communications the New York Giants and also the hammer.ucla.edu. 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The “It is absolutely going to cause want to be liable for that,” swing vote, former Supervisor people to gather indoors, have Councilman John Mirisch said. Mark Ridley-Thomas, 2nd District, their meals indoors, and do the City Attorney Laurence Wiener will be replaced by Supervisor-elect opposite of what we want them added that, while the city might Holly Mitchell before that meeting, to do,” Bosse said. support those restaurants, it could making possible a reversal of the Bosse also proposed that the not protect them from repercus- board’s 3-2 vote. The council also council, which cannot repeal the sions at the county or state level. will lobby Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, order, instead support local restau- “I would not want to encourage 3rd District, who represents Beverly rants if they choose to defy the restaurants to take this step unless Hills and who voted to uphold the order, though other council mem- they very much knew what they outdoor dining ban. bers were reticent to encourage were getting into … The risk is not “I think it is imperative that this photo by Cameron Kiszla council do everything in its power Restaurants, bars and wineries in Los Angeles County have had to to pressure the county … to reverse pause outdoor dining, even after investing in umbrellas, tents and other this,” Councilman Julian Gold said. equipment to attract customers. The council also decided to Wallis virtual fundraiser explore creating a health depart- this would just be the first step of “My preference would be to have ment of its own, joining other near- the process. more than just us be the moving by cities in creating a separate “The key word was ‘explore,’” party,” Friedman added. features award winners health department or perhaps taking Friedman said. The city will also hold another From page 1 some responsibilities of the coun- Beverly Hills will also consider meeting of its Medical Advisory ty’s health department and giving suing the county to have the restric- Task Force, which includes mem- life, according to his wife, Judy Space for Arts Education. them to city staff. Pasadena, which tion lifted. While a similar lawsuit bers such as Dr. Jonathan Fielding, Henning. Originally, the group envi- has its own health department, con- from the California Restaurant former head of the Los Angeles “He had such a strong sense of sioned having a 500-seat theater tinues to allow outdoor dining. Association failed and the city’s County Department of Public community. That The Wallis in the post office’s onetime sort- While the idea had support from lawsuit will likely appear before the Health and namesake of the actually happened is just a testa- ing room – today, the 150-seat several council members, including same judge, the council members Fielding School of Public Health ment to that belief,” Henning Lovelace Theater. However, mul- Gold and Bosse, Mirisch expressed said they supported using a peremp- at UCLA. Mirisch said the city said. “He was so excited to go tiple architects said it was impos- some concern with creating a new tory challenge to secure a new could convene the task force and there. Every time he went there, sible and that a new structure health department from scratch. judge in Los Angeles Superior “use their comments not only to he was happy to be there. He did- would be needed to accommo- “I would want us to be very care- Court. The city will also seek to join combat the department of health, n’t want anyone to criticize any- date that dream, which signifi- ful before we add more bureaucracy other local governments in filing but also to guide our own poli- thing about it. He just wanted to cantly raised anticipated devel- and avoid a knee-jerk reaction,” the lawsuit. cies.” be there and share the excitement opment costs. Mirisch said. “I would like to see if there are “The ultimate thing we can do to of the theater.” Selwyn recalled how follow- The idea will be researched with other cities that want to join us, help our restaurants and our busi- As part of the virtual fundrais- ing an initial contribution from unanimous approval after Mayor because there’s power in numbers, nesses is to make sure the disease is er, which is being hosted by longtime residents Anne and Lester Friedman allayed some of but if there aren’t, we can do it controlled, and we have to keep that Wallis board members Debbie Kirk Douglas, other people Mirisch’s fears by pointing out that alone,” Bosse said. in mind as well,” Mirisch said. Allen and Nigel Lythgoe, with began to support the project, Wallis Annenberg serving as including Fred Hayman and honorary chair, there will be mul- Bram Goldsmith, with tiple performances by renowned Annenberg ultimately making a artists, including Grammy $25 million gift which allowed Award-winning musician Adam the project to be built. Levine, Academy Award-win- “I just feel very fortunate that I ning actor Jeremy Irons and jazz was able to help in developing legend Patrice Rushen. the whole Wallis project,” “It has become the centerpiece Selwyn said. of the cultural activities in the All three honorees have been city and has converted us from prodigiously involved in enhanc- just being another retail center ing the civic fabric of Beverly into being a really remarkable Hills as well as greater Los place where cultural activities are Angeles. Selwyn served on both taking place in the middle of our the Beverly Hills Architectural community and benefiting every- Commission and the Beverly one,” said Selwyn, who became Hills Planning Commission, in the inaugural chair of the Beverly addition to becoming a founding Hills Cultural Center board member of the Los Foundation, which also included Angeles Children’s Museum. Carolyn Ahmanson, Kermin In addition to spending 12 Bericher and Rosenzweig. years on the Beverly Hills City Reynolds recalled, as vice Council, Reynolds served on the mayor, advocating that the city Beverly Hills Unified School purchase the post office. District Board of Education, as “I said, ‘We can’t let this go. well as the boards of the Maple This is a national treasure and it’s Counseling Center, the YMCA a historic treasure of our city,’” and the Beverly Hills Chamber she said. of Commerce. Together with Reynolds, the Rosenzweig served on the five worked in concert to encour- Beverly Hills Fine Arts age the city to purchase the his- Commission, as well as president toric Beverly Hills Post Office of the Maple Counseling Center and transform it into a cultural and president of the Beverly Hills center for the city. Once opera- Chamber of Commerce. tions had ceased at U.S. Postal In addition to having a “virtual facilities, municipalities were red carpet” where honorees and given the first option to purchase. VIPs posed for pictures before Thanks largely to the tenacity the event, a bevy of perfor- of Reynolds, the city’s first three- mances were earlier filmed at time mayor, Beverly Hills ulti- The Wallis in compliance with mately procured the building county guidelines on COVID-19 from the U.S. Postal Service for safety and subsequently edited $2.25 million as part of its devel- into tonight’s program. opment deal. The proceeds from the event “We worked hard over the past go to benefit the Hope @ The 25 years to make this a reality Wallis Resiliency Fund, a source and it’s really very thrilling,” she of philanthropic support for The said. Wallis during its unanticipated The 70,000-square-foot facili- and lengthy closure due to the ty has continued to evolve as a global pandemic. dynamic cultural hub and com- For information, visit thewal- munity resource, including its lis.org. 22 December 3, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press COVID vaccine could be coming this year From page 1 Nov. 25 calling for city departments man wants the city to be prepared and we’ve been told that they are to develop plans to help facilitate for anything. around 75% of capacity. The main vaccine distribution when one thing is that they have all the becomes available. resources they need right now. “We need to make sure that the There are still a lot of questions arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine is “It is absolutely safe to about what the impact is going to met with a carefully planned stor- come see your be.” age and distribution strategy to get provider, whether that Koretz’s motions called for it immediately to those who need it be in the hospital, in a reports back before the council most and made readily available to provider’s office, in an reconsiders them, and he is hoping as many Angelenos as possible,” urgent care setting or to learn about plans as soon as pos- Koretz said. “[We need] to deter- sible. The surge in COVID-19 mine what plans are in place now, emergency room.” cases has added an extra sense of what’s missing, and to mobilize a urgency, Simard said. Included in strategy that can be executed imme- -Soniya Gandhi, the motions is a request to study photo by Edwin Folven diately upon delivery of these life- infectious disease specialist using the former St. Vincent Cedars-Sinai has been selected as a vaccine distribution center by the saving vaccines.” Medical Center as a surge hospital Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Koretz’s spokeswoman Alison – a role it served during the spring Simard said the councilman and his and early summer. equipment and protective gear that emergency-use authorization to staff have been in close contact “We don’t want the hospitals At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, enables improved outcomes for vaccine shots created by Pfizer and with hospitals to determine needs. overrun. The councilman is very administrators and staff are treating patients, administrators said. BioNTech. The FDA’s Vaccines She said hospital administrators concerned at this point,” Simard an increased number of coronavirus “One of the benefits that we’ve and Related Biological Products have assured they are prepared and said. “We have had some calls with cases, although exact numbers were had is some time to prepare since Advisory Committee plans to meet able to handle the current surge in Cedars and Kaiser to get a sense of not available. The hospital is pre- this pandemic began,” said Jeff on Dec. 10 to consider a request for coronavirus cases, but the council- the state of how they are operating, pared, as it has had time to amass Smith, chief operating officer for emergency use authorization of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. “We Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine. The now know much more about this commission also plans to consider virus, about how it spreads and how another COVID-19 vaccine created Gascón to reexamine use-of-force cases we can protect both patients and by Moderna on Dec. 17. staff through the proper use of per- “The FDA recognizes that trans- From page 1 sonal protective equipment. We are parency and dialogue are critical for Gascón said he expected that happen when people understand appropriately,” he said. “When it well prepared. We can keep our the public to have confidence in money from Measure J, which that they’re going to be held comes to mental health, it really patients and our staff safe at this COVID-19 vaccines. I want to 57% of L.A. County voters accountable to that standard of becomes working with other part- time.” assure the American people that the passed on Nov. 3, would help truthfulness is that you start mod- ners.” Kaiser Permanente, which oper- FDA’s process and evaluation of fund diversion and reentry pro- ifying behavior for most people.” Gascón said an effective post- ates the Los Angeles Medical the data for a potential COVID-19 grams, as well as fund additional There was a time in Gascón’s incarceration rehabilitation Center on Sunset Boulevard in vaccine will be as open and trans- mental health services. life as a teenager when becoming process is also critical, particular- Hollywood, also said preparations parent as possible,” FDA “We’re going to have to be very a cop was the last thing on his ly given that approximately half are underway to address the surge Commissioner Stephen M. Hahn thoughtful about the way we use mind, he said. After dropping out of all inmates released have some in cases. said in a statement. “While we can- the resources that we have across of high school, he eventually mental trauma that needs to be “As COVID-19 cases rise rapidly not predict how long the FDA’s the board to make sure that we’re enlisted in the U.S. Army en route treated to diminish the likelihood across most of the United States, review will take, the FDA will keeping our community safe and to unexpectedly forging a career of other problems. Kaiser Permanente continues to review the request as expeditiously that we’re doing the best things in criminal justice. “You have to be sure that closely monitor the rate of positive as possible, while still doing so in a that we can. And that’s going to “My path was very unconven- they’re given an opportunity for testing in all of the communities we thorough and science-based manner require a multidisciplinary tional, both in policing and in success,” he said. “It’s bringing serve,” read a statement issued by so that we can help make available approach,” he said. prosecution,” said Gascón, who people out, but bringing people Kaiser Permanente and provided by a vaccine that the American people At the core of Gascón’s plan to received his bachelor’s degree out in the right way when they are spokesman Terry Kanakri. “Nine deserve as soon as possible.” reform the criminal justice system from California State University, good to come out. Meaning months into this pandemic, we Until a specific vaccine is is his commitment to reduce Long Beach and his law degree there’s going to be a place for along with the rest of the healthcare approved, Cedars-Sinai is preparing incarceration levels. Even brief from Western State University. “It them to stay; there’s going to be industry have some advantages that for any scenario, installing freezers incarceration periods, he said, can was not a childhood dream that I the right level of support, training, didn’t exist before. These include because one vaccine candidate ruin lives, with lost housing and would want to be a police officer employment, all those other new treatments and more knowl- requires ultracold storage at minus employment opportunities perpet- and police the neighborhood that I things that are likely to remove edge about this novel virus, leading 80 degrees Celsius. uating a cycle of criminal behav- grew up in. When we saw a police someone from the likelihood of to more effective inpatient and out- “We are putting special processes ior. car, we ran the other way.” reoffending.” patient care, more robust testing in place to make sure that we can “One of the things that I plan to After spending over two In an effort to lower recidivism and contact-tracing compared to receive this vaccine and keep it at do as a district attorney in L.A. is decades with the Los Angeles rates on a generational level by prior surges in the early spring and those ultracold temperatures and to begin looking at the ways that Police Department, working first taking people out of a system that summer [and] a more stable supply thaw it at just the right time and we use incarceration and being as a patrol officer in the creates a criminal record, Gascón chain for masks and other personal reconstitute it, so it can be adminis- more thoughtful about the ways Hollywood Division and rising said prosecutors would prioritize protective equipment compared to tered to those who need it,” Smith that we incarcerate people,” he through the ranks to become children. the start of the pandemic. Kaiser added. said. “Incarceration actually LAPD’s assistant chief of police, “We know if we prioritize the Permanente Southern California Cedars-Sinai officials also should be the last resort and not Gascón served as chief of the right level of intervention using has retained expanded capabilities stressed that people should not the default.” Mesa Police Department in restorative justice, we are likely to to quickly increase treatment space, avoid seeking health care based on In anticipation of assuming a Arizona before becoming San stop them from engaging in crim- staff and supplies to meet the fears of COVID-19. role where he will oversee nearly Francisco’s chief of police. inal behavior as adults,” he said. demands of COVID-19. This “It’s really important for the 1,200 prosecutors who annually Gascón underscored the impor- “That’s a really important inter- includes continuous monitoring of community and for our patients to file more than 100,000 cases com- tance of curtailing the incarcera- vention process because that real- the supplies on hand across our sys- know it is absolutely safe to come bined, Gascón created a dozen tion of both minors and those with ly talks about what you are likely tem and processes for quickly re- see your provider, whether that be initial committees to focus on a mental illness as two keys to low- to see in the next 10 or 20 or 30 supplying any of our medical cen- in the hospital, in a provider’s variety of issues including immi- ering incarceration rates and years.” ters that may run low. We isolate office, in an urgent care setting or gration, resentencing and law recidivism. In addition to using restorative COVID-19 patients and treatment emergency room,” said infectious enforcement accountability and “When it comes to juvenile justice as a means to achieving the from other patients so all can safely disease specialist Soniya Gandhi, relations. defendants, the first thing that we right level of intervention, Gascón receive the care they need.” associate chief medical officer of Gascón said his office also have to do is not prosecute them said his team will also bring more Cedars-Sinai has been selected as Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey planned to reopen investigations as adults,” he said. “Criminalizing science, data and technology to a vaccine distribution center by the Hospital. “We don’t want a second into at least four fatal officer- youth is almost a guarantee in cre- their work in dealing with envi- Los Angeles County Department of public health emergency because involved-shootings that Lacey ating a life of crime for people ronmental justice and public cor- Public Health because it has capac- people are ignoring their health care declined to charge, including the because you’re foreclosing their ruption. ity to store vaccines, hospital needs.” killing of a mentally ill unarmed opportunity for employment, for Gascón said his team would spokeswoman Marni Usheroff said. homeless man near the Venice education and all those other individually evaluate which In anticipation of a vaccine, the Answers From Page 23 boardwalk by LAPD in 2015. things that are likely to reduce the crimes to prosecute as a result of hospital is ensuring it has capacity Gascón, who in 2011 was likelihood that you’re going to be this summer’s civil unrest, which to accept, store and distribute them. named the San Francisco district continuing to be engaging in resulted in significant destruction Plans for distribution are still being attorney, becoming the nation’s crime.” of property as well as violent formulated by the Centers for first police chief to become a With respect to mental health crime. Disease Control and Prevention and D.A., said he planned to keep and substance abuse, Gascón said “I think it’s a case-by-case the county health department and track of officers whose testimony that alternative sentencing mea- basis. First of all, we have to look details have not been made public. could not be counted upon. sures were more apt to fix the at the severity of the crime. When It is anticipated that health care “The district attorney has a role problem than incarceration. you’re dealing with violent crime, workers and first responders will to ensure that the people that are “Clearly, if a person is danger- it’s always going to be looked at receive the first doses. coming in, that are providing tes- ous, that may be the only option much more harshly than when The U.S. Food and Drug timony … are doing so in a man- that you have at the moment, but we’re talking about crime where Administration has not yet ner that is truthful and unbiased,” there are often many other no one was physically hurt. We approved a vaccine. On Dec. 2, the he said. “I think what starts to options, and we’re not using them have to evaluate,” he said. United Kingdom, however, gave Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 December 3, 2020 Classified Advertising email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY COMPUTER HARDWARE LEGAL NOTICE UPHOLSTERY WEBSITE DESIGN

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