The Weekly Newspaper of Manhattan Beach Herald Publications - El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hawthorne, Lawndale, & Inglewood Community Newspapers Since 1911 - Circulation 30,000 - Readership 60,000 (310) 322-1830 Vol. 6, No. 9 September 5, 2013 Neptunians Donate Pillow Cases to Inside Children’s Welcome Center This Issue

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Sonja Vasquez, a Children’s Welcome Center social worker, receives pillowcases from Neptunians Donna Scholtz and Mary Essman. Photo provided by the Neptunians. Politically Speaking ...... 3 New Panelists to Join Jan Perry at Seniors ...... 6 Manhattan Beach Chamber’s Upcoming Sports ...... 5 Economic Forum The Manhattan Beach Chamber of will focus on community engagement and Panel 2 will include Lisa McKay from Commerce announces additional panelists to how residents and businesses can better the Buxton Consulting Group, Liz Griggs, be included in their upcoming 2013 Economic work together. General Manager of Manhattan Village Forum to be held September 13, 2013 at Panel 1 will include Robert Montano, Shopping Center and David Curry from the Manhattan Beach Marriott beginning Project Manager, Business/Retail Districts Bank of Manhattan. Each panelist will at 7:00am. The panelists will be speaking for the City of Pasadena, David Carmany, lend their knowledge and share their Weekend in conjunction with Jan Perry, Director of City Manager for the City of Manhattan specific areas of expertise. Economic Development for the City of Los Beach, Richard Bruckner, former Director Sponsors of the event include Bank Angeles and former City Councilmember, as of Planning and Development Department of Manhattan, CommerceWest Bank, Forecast the keynote speaker. During her 12 years in for the City of Pasadena and Todd Tipton, Continental Development Corporation, Los office, Ms. Perry helped lead the renaissance Redevelopment Administrator for the City Angeles World Airports, Grandpoint Bank of Los Angeles spearheading cutting-edge of Culver City. and Manhattan Village Shopping Center. projects including approval of the L.A. Live Friday entertainment complex and hotel projects near the city’s Convention Center. Neptunians Send Needed In her current role as the top executive of Sunny the city’s Economic Development agency, 81˚/68˚ she will continue to drive improvements to Comfort and Care new heights. The Neptunian Woman’s Club of Manhat- facility, which is only about a year old. Register early for this event, which will sell tan Beach has donated 350 handmade pillow Social workers and aids care for the Saturday out quickly! Come hear Director Perry share cases to the Children’s Welcome Center, a children—feeding them, changing diapers, her vision, expertise and challenges on the Los Angeles County-run facility in East Los rocking them to sleep, overseeing their AM Clouds/ directions taken to revitalize Los Angeles – Angeles that acts as a holding home for play in a little outdoor area and such. PM Sun and how every business and resident plays a young children. Children live there temporar- Sonja Vasques, the social worker at vital role in creating a thriving local economy. ily after they are removed from their homes the facility was very glad to receive the 77˚/65˚ Learn how economic development can shape and before they enter foster care. pillow cases. She said, “We have many the future of Manhattan Beach when the The Neptunians started the pillow case needs and we are rarely the recipient community embraces a vision. project several months ago and worked from of gifts or money from organizations.” Sunday Marty Shelton, VP of NAI Capital, will instructions provided by interest group chairs Donna and Mary, who delivered the pil- serve as moderator of the event. Mr. Shelton Donna Scholtz and Mary Essman. The pillow low cases, were very impressed with the AM Clouds/ has first-hand experience working with the cases will serve not only their normal func- caring nature of the people taking care PM Sun Hollywood and Los Angeles communities tion, but they can also be used as a bag to of the children. on revitalization and zoning initiatives. He contain the possessions that each child has. “I was touched by the children and 73˚/63˚ will serve as the host to two panels: Panel 1 Most of the children brought to the Chil- their needs,” said Donna. “Perhaps we will focus on how similar communities have dren’s Welcome Center stay only 24 hours can do more for them at Christmas time,” maintained or built a thriving commercial until a foster home is found for them. Some added Mary. district while maintaining the character and are newborns just several days old. About 250 The Neptunian Club is located at 920 charm of their communities and Panel 2 children a month pass through this particular )JHIMBOE"WF .BOIBUUBO#FBDIr Page 2 September 5, 2013 Calendar Police Reports THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 and Flow.” 6:00-9:00 p.m. Creative Arts Cen- ter, 1560 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Art exhibit August 2 Max” paper plates. r3FOFXBMUISPVHI"SUGPS4FOJPST open from Sept. 13 – Oct. 10. Residential Burglary: 1200 Block of 23rd August 18 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Oasis at the Joslyn Com- WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 St. Unknown suspect(s) removed various Trespass: 200 block of 14th St. Resident was munity Center, 1601 Valley Dr. For more plumbing, lighting, door fixtures, and power r 1PFUSZ 3FBEJOH $JSDMF BU UIF 0BTJT awaken by a sound in the living room. The information, call (310) 802-5447. tools from a residential construction site. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 1:00-3:00 p.m. Joslyn Community Center, resident discovered a female subject in her Residential Burglary: 1800 Block of 10th 1601 Valley Drive. The 2nd and 4th Tuesday home and noticed a window open and screen St. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked r"DUJOH0VU"HBJOmQN+PTMZO of every month. removed. The subject seemed lost and confused Community Center, 1601 Valley Drive. For FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 residence and stole $230 in miscellaneous when confronted by the residents and was acting and speaking skills, experienced or US currency. escorted from the location. Subject description: beginner. r:PVS#PPL$MVCQN +PTMZO Residential Burglary: 1800 Block of 10th Asian female, 5’2”, 130 lbs., dark ponytail, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Community Center, 1601 Valley Dr. New St. Unknown suspect(s) smashed the glass blue shirt, blue jeans and “wedges” shoes. book club for adults 55 and up. window of the rear door to enter the residence. r -FUT 5BML 8PNBO UP 8PNBO   UPCOMING: Stolen Vehicle: 200 Block of 13th St. 10:00-11:30 a.m. Joslyn Community Center, The suspect(s) ransacked the bedrooms and Unknown suspect entered the residence r .BOIBUUBO #FBDI , 3VO 0DUPCFS stole jewelry from a bedroom safe. 1601 Valley Dr. New discussion group for 5 at 7:30 a.m. For more information and to possibly through an unlocked door, removed Vandalism: 900 Block of N. Highland. women, especially ages 55 and up. Every register, visit www.mb10k.com the car keys from the wall, and stole a 2011 Unknown suspect broke the driver’s side view Wednesday. r TU"OOVBM .BOIBUUBO #FBDI )PNF- Cadillac CTS, which was parked in the garage. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 mirror and dented the side of the vehicle. UPXO'BJS0DUPCFSBU-JWF0BL1BSL  Residential Burglary: 700 Block of N. Crest Stolen Vehicle: 1100 Block of Tennyson Dr. Unknown suspect(s) forced open the front r0QFOJOH3FDFQUJPO"SUJTU5BMLi1VTI Valley Drive, 15th to 21st Streets. St. Unknown suspect(s) stole a motorcycle door and stole a purse, cash, and jewelry. (2009, white KTM 530XCL), which was Residential Burglary: 2900 Block of N. parked in an open garage. Ocean Dr. Unknown suspect(s) stole a bicycle Police Alerts August 5 and skateboard from an open garage. Burglary: 700 Block of Pacific Ave. Un- Residential Burglary: 3100 Block of N. known suspect(s) stole tools from a residential Highland Ave. Unknown suspect(s) entered an construction site. open front door and stole two boogie boards. Vehicle Burglary: 500 Block of 35th St. August 6 Unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle, which Residential Burglary: 800 Block of 9th St. was parked in the driveway, and stole a GPS Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence unit, camera, and US currency. No signs of through an unlocked door and stole a purse forced entry. containing credit cards, a $1500 check and checkbook. August 19 NOT ACTUAL VEHICLE Stolen License Plate: 1200 Block of Pacific August 9 Ave. Unknown suspect(s) stole the rear license SUSPECT Grand Theft: 200 Block of 27th St. Un- plate from a silver 2003 Honda Civic. ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY known suspect(s) cut and removed the catalytic Theft: 600 Block of 33rd St. Unknown converter from a gray 2004 Toyota Sequoia, suspect(s) cut the lock and stole a bicycle. SYNOPSIS: After waiting an additional ten minutes, which was parked in front of the residence. Bicycle description: Black Electric 70, men’s On 7/14/2013, at approximately 6:27 PM, the Suspect left the store leaving behind his August 11 cruiser the Suspect entered Fry’s Electronics (3600 N. counterfeit license. Theft: 500 Block of 30th St. Unknown Sepulveda Blvd.) and at- tempted to pay for The Suspect was seen exiting the parking August 22 suspect(s) stole four unlocked bicycles from Robbery: 600 Block of N. Peck Ave. an Apple MacBook Pro with a fraudulently lot in a grey Chrysler Sebring similar to the the victim’s driveway. Unknown suspect approached three juveniles, obtained Fry’s Electronics line of credit and one pictured above. showed them a revolver that was in his pocket, counterfeit Connecticut driver’s license. If you have any information August 12 Vehicle Burglary: 300 Block of 27th St. and stole their money and cell phones. While waiting for the cashier to receive regarding this suspect, please Unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle and Residential Burglary: 1000 Block of John approval, video surveillance shows the Suspect contact: Detective Michael Allard stole an iPod, iPad, sunglasses, and cash. No St. Unknown suspect(s) smashed the kitchen becoming very agitated and nervous. He Manhattan Beach Police Department signs of forced entry. sliding glass door to gain entry into the asked three store employees to cancel the Investigations Bureau. Email mallard@citymb. Theft: 1600 Block of Wendy Way. Unknown residence. The suspect(s) ransacked the home transaction and to return his license. JOGPPSDBMM  r suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle, which and stole jewelry and currency. was parked in the driveway. A cell phone and Theft: 2600 Block of N. Manhattan Ave. checkbook was taken from the glove box. Unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle, which Live your life like a trip, was parked on the street and stole a purse. August 14 Entry was made through an open window. Stolen Vehicle: 1100 Block of Manhattan not a trap Beach Blvd. Unknown suspect(s) stole a August 23 black 2011 Acura TSX, which was parked Residential Burglary: 200 Block of 16th Pl. on the street. Unknown suspect(s) entered an open garage Residential Burglary: 600 Block of 9th St. and took two beach cruisers, a camping tent Attend a free Unknown suspect(s) smashed a rear door and a suit case. window to gain entry into the residence. The Theft: 100 Block of Manhattan Beach homebuyer workshop suspect(s) ransacked a closet and stole jewelry. Blvd. Unknown suspect(s) took an iPhone and wallet, which was left on a bench by August 16 the victim. Residential Burglary: 1700 Block of Find out what it really takes to Theft: Beach south of Pier. Stolen laptop, 23rd St. Residents returned home and heard become a homeowner duffle bag, and $200 worth of shirts and someone leaving out the back door. It was jackets from a tent. Separate myths from truths. Learn more about determined that an unknown suspect(s) entered finding, financing and owning a home in today’s the house through an open/unlocked window August 27 and ransacked the residence. A backpack Residential Burglary: 1700 Block of 6th St. real estate market. Know what to expect — and containing cash, change, jewelry and other Unknown suspect(s) pried open the interior what will be expected of you. So you can make items was located in the backyard. garage door to gain entry into the residence. informed homebuying decisions. Residential Burglary: 1800 Block of Elm The suspect(s) ransacked the home and took Ave. Unknown suspect(s) removed a screen prescription medication. and pried open a rear window to gain entry Date: SATURDAY 09/07/13 August 27 into the residence. Suspect(s) stole a purse, Time: 10 AM TO 12 PM Commercial Burglary: 3100 Block of N. jewelry, and documents. Location: WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE Sepulveda Blvd. Officers responded to the 3400 TORRANCE BLVD. SUITE 104 August 17 location regarding a report of two suspicious TORRANCE CA 90503 Residential Burglary: 900 Block of N. males seen climbing a fence between the Dianthus St. Officers responded to the location Manhattan Village Mall and the Manhattan regarding a burglary that just occurred. The Village gated community. Investigations Contact me to reserve your seats today! victim was upstairs inside the master bedroom revealed the two suspects had just stolen when she heard the downstairs French doors merchandise from Macys Men’s Store. Liz Worden jiggle. When she went downstairs, she A perimeter was set up and officers from Home Mortgage Consultant Phone: 310-265-9574 observed two suspects inside her kitchen. surrounding agencies assisted. The suspects Cell: 310-487-8957 The victim screamed and the suspects fled were located and arrested for commercial http://www.wfhm.com/elizabeth-worden the area in a green/gray Infiniti with “Car burglary. [email protected] NMLSR ID 476064 Reminder from Neighborhood Watch Information is accurate as of date of printing and is subject to change without An important reminder from Neighborhood Watch: Summer is still here and we want to notice. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is a division of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. ©2012 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. NMLSR ID 399801. 102780 -  REV 5/13 remind our residents to continue watching out for each other. Don’t forget that a “knowing neighbor” is a great thing. September 5, 2013 Page 3

One Man’s Opinion Another Man’s Opinion By Gerry Chong for American arms and money to put The Somewhere in Pakistan, on land fit only Brotherhood into power. Cleverly, by couching Democrats Must Demand President for goats and Islamists, the hills reverberate the Islamist intent in Western concepts, he has with gunfire and howling peals of laughter gained $1.3 billion in military and civilian Obama Consult Congress on Syria from the men seated around the fire. They aid each year from U.S. taxpayers. That aid By Cristian Vasquez to not do something--they must demand it. bow, half in jest and half in pure adoration will first be used against Egyptians and later During the last couple of months, the situation The same energy noise that was made by for their leader, Ayman al-Zawahiri, for his against Israel and the U.S. in Syria has been dire and it has forced our Democrats when they attacked and demanded genius in leading Al Qaeda. In Libya, the dictator Khadafy was deposed, leaders to take a stance on whether to intervene that President Bush not invade Iraq should be Even when Osama bin Laden was alive, four Americans were killed and Al Qaeda and, if so, how it should be done. Unfortunately, happening now from within the party. Zawahiri was Al Qaeda’s brain---but now, he reaped 400 surface-to-air missiles for later use, President Obama has given little detail about How is it possible that the anti-war sentiment is the worshipped one. “Amen, Ayman!” they’d perhaps against civilian airliners. On 9/11 in his plans for intervention and there has been that rallied the Democratic Party prior to 2008 shout. “Tweak the tail of the Great Satan.” Benghazi, Al Qaeda won and America lost. much left to speculation (as of August 29) as is no longer around? How can our Nobel- to what is his plan for action. Before President Prize winning President not discuss options “It was Ayman’s strategy to disperse power among many branches Obama decides to launch an airstrike or commit with Congress to diffuse a sad and violent of the organization, leaving central Al Qaeda as a shell.” troops or advisors to Syria, he needs to listen situation without resorting to additional acts to the more than handful of Democrats and of aggression? If there was ever a chance for It was Ayman’s strategy to disperse power When the U.S. withdrew from Iraq, the Republicans asking that Congress be consulted the President and the Democratic Party to live among many branches of the organization, power vacuum was filled by Al Qaeda, and before military action of any type is executed. up to their Hope and Change slogan from their leaving central Al Qaeda as a shell and leading in the last 30 days there have been 1,000 As Commander-in-Chief, there is an 2008 campaign, this is it. The President has President Obama to believe Al Qaeda was killings. Americans can only observe quietly expectation that in times of crisis the President every chance to move forward in a prudent defeated and on the run. But in truth, the because the American public would never make decisions within an instant’s notice. fashion and all he has to do is reach out to organization is more powerful and clever countenance its military re-entering Iraq. However, this crisis in Syria did not happen in Congress. While members of the Republican than ever. In Syria, the U.S. voiced support of rebels an instant’s notice. We have seen these issues Party have been urging the President to consult Americans believe the rest of the world against Dictator Assad concurrently with unfold and the crisis worsen, so why shouldn’t with Congress, it is difficult to imagine that their values freedom, individual dignity and the rebels announcing their alliance with Al President Obama consult Congress before position isn’t based on political strategy more democracy as it does because it views the Qaeda. The genius of Ayman is that he has acting? Fortunately there are members of the than a true conviction for dialogue. Sadly the world through the prism of its own history. But Americans siding with Al Qaeda, believing Democratic Party asking the President to not Democrats seem to be playing the same game, Islam has no such values. The “Arab Spring” they are defending human rights--but nothing act without consulting Congress. Rep. Jim as they have demonstrated reluctance to come was sold in America as a search for human is further from the truth. Ayman has conned McDermott from Washington and Rep. Barbara out against the President because it looks bad. dignity, not understanding that democracy is America into supporting an Islamic revolt Lee from California are part of 12 liberal Fortunately Rep. Lee and McDermott are a a Western, secular concept not practiced in and has turned this country’s Middle East Democrats who have signed a letter asking the few of those Democrats committed to the ideals this region of religion zealotry. In fact, the policy into such turmoil that Russian officials President to seek an “affirmative decision” from of resolving conflict without the use of violence. Arab Spring is a widespread Islamic revolt say we are like “a monkey with a grenade.” Congress before engaging militarily in Syria. These elected officials need to be louder, more against sitting dictators, having nothing to Clever Ayman. Stupid America. A letter demanding the President to consult demanding and critical of President Obama and do with freedom and democracy. In Egypt, The men at the desert camp shout and fire Congress is a good start if the Oval Office his approach to Syria. The same vitriol that for instance, the American puppet Mubarak their weapons into the air to rightly honor has a suggestion box. Rep. Lee and Rep. President Bush received for his handling of the had outlawed The Islamic Brotherhood as a the architect of this Islamic world, eagerly McDermott must demand that the President Iraq War needs to come out and be applied to political party until Ayman claimed the Arab waiting to see what comes next from his restrain from intervening militarily in Syria. President Obama. 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NMLS #401422 ©2013 Bank of Manhattan, N.A. Page 4 September 5, 2013 New “Miss Manhattan Beach” Construction on City of Pageant Combines Fashion and Female Empowerment Manhattan Beach Library Begins A new pageant circuit is gearing up to begin out individualism, intellectualism, community with the goal of throwing out the prototypical activism and other qualities in strong women, C.W. Driver has broken ground for the without compromising quality, sustainability pageant contestant stereotype. In the “America’s pageant girls and pageants in general, have new 22,000-square-foot Manhattan Beach or appearance. It Girl Pageants” contestants eschew the regular gotten a bad reputation.” Public Library. This new facility will be a The building will be constructed to achieve trappings that have become stale in the pageant “We want to help women become more welcome addition to the Manhattan Beach the targeted LEED® Gold certification by world, and dismissed by the public, in lieu of empowered,” said Tracy Francis. “My own community as it replaces a 43-year-old incorporating sustainable features to optimize an emphasis on individuality, personal style career wouldn’t have been possible if I hadn’t existing library roughly half the size. This energy and water use efficiency, enhance the and community activism. Miss Manhattan competed in pageants, and we want to enable $19 million design-build project will entail sustainability of the site, improving indoor Beach will be the first pageant to launch on other women to start careers in a variety of the demolition of the existing facility and environmental quality and maximize the use the West Coast. industries as a result of our efforts.” construction of the new, two-story facility. and reuse of sustainable and local resources. The pageant embodies a Fashion Week style Women interested in participating in The building was designed by Harley Ellis C.W. Driver will conduct associated site vibe, as contestants will work with fashion the Miss Manhattan Beach Pageant in age Devereaux Architects with Johnson Favaro improvements, including new landscaping, designers (who are also competing for product groups 13-18 an 18-32 can apply at http:// creating the master plan. The facility is walkways and security lighting. To better representation), to create their unique style to manhattanbeachpageant.com targeting LEED® Gold specifications. serve the needs of Manhattan Beach residents, display during the pageant. About America’s It Girls Pageants “All members of the design-build team this new facility will feature state-of-the-art The Miss Manhattan Beach Pageant will be America’s It Girls Pageants is a new pageant brought a specific expertise that would technology, replacing existing computers televised in local markets, with full production circuit created to redefine the concept and status allow us to achieve our common goal, said and services with express-service checkout values similar to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion of pageant competitions. In the America’s Tom Jones, project director at C.W. Driver. machines in the lobby and public access Show, providing an excellent platform for It Girl Pageants, women are encouraged to This will result in a LEED® Gold certified computers. contestants in the fashion competition and vying embrace individuality, personal style and facility that will be constructed in the most The spacious interior will feature adult for the “Miss” title to showcase their talents. community activism and showcase those efficient manner to meet the goals for the reading areas along with teen and early The Miss Manhattan Beach Pageant is co- qualities on stage. The pageant embodies city and benefit the entire community of childhood areas. Additional features include directed by first-time directors Mollie Thomas a Fashion Week style, as contestants work Manhattan Beach.” a dedicated programming space, homework and Tracy Francis. Mollie Thomas gained with fashion designers also competing in the One of the goals with which the City of center and 100-seat community meeting room. acclaim and notoriety after competing as the first pageant for product representation, to create Manhattan Beach has tasked the design- Located in a busy downtown area, the openly lesbian contestant in the Miss California their unique style to display during the pageant. build team is to mirror the architectural and design-build team carefully laid out the USA pageant. Stemming from her interviews America’s It Girls Pageants also serve as an construction trends of surrounding buildings project to effectively accommodate the jobsite on television and in print, she now works as a innovative new social incubator for women, without stepping outside the budgetary without obstructing surrounding traffic or city full time model. Tracy Francis competed in the providing training from qualified professionals constraints of the project. center activities and facilities. Throughout Miss West Hollywood pageant and parlayed in publicity, new media, broadcasting and live For example, said Jones. We looked at the construction process, the crane will be her experience into a career as a television events to teach young women how to become several roof designs, window systems and located on a remote corner of the city1s personality, appearing on E! Network’s “Watch masters of word-of-mouth and social marketing millwork details finally deciding on the floor- loading dock and the jobsite offices will be What Happens Next.” Tracy also has another in order to cultivate their personal brands and to-ceiling glass walls, which met the budget MPDBUFEBDSPTTUIFTUSFFUJOBDJUZQBSLJOHMPUr upcoming program on a major network that add value to their lives. is currently under embargo. The “Miss” Pageants, which are currently “More than anything, with this pageant in 4 major markets (Manhattan Beach, CA; Looking Up we wanted to move away from pageant girl .BOIBUUBO  /: 4BO 'SBODJTDP  $" BOE UIF stereotypes,” said Mollie Thomas. “As we like Jersey Shore), will be televised in local markets to say, ‘this isn’t your mother’s pageant.’ Due to professional production values similar to the New Mexican Skies Protected years of cookie-cutter pageants that didn’t seek 7JDUPSJBT4FDSFU'BTIJPO4IPXr With Dark Sky Park Designation By Bob Eklund the park’s 4,000 prehistoric archeological Finance The 34,000-acre Chaco Culture National sites, one can easily imagine another human Historical Park is home to many ancient centuries earlier gazing awestruck into the Honoring Grandparents Who Raise Their Grandkids wonders including the remains of a civilization same universe while surrounded by ecosystems By Jason Alderman allow child residents – which is legal – so some that thrived over 1,000 years ago. The park, that have adapted to the natural rhythms of In 1978, Congress passed legislation grandfamilies are forced to move. which has been protecting its archaeological the moon and stars,” said Turk. proclaiming the first Sunday after Labor Day However, grandfamilies may be eligible for riches since it was established in 1907, is now Chaco Culture National Historical Park as National Grandparents Day. Presidents several federal tax credits: protecting its views of the starry skies too. joins 11 other parks scattered about the globe since Jimmy Carter have issued proclamations A Child Tax Credit of up to $1,000 for each It has just been named as the International that have been recognized by IDA for their urging citizens to, in the words qualified grandchild, provided of President Barack Obama, they lived with you for more “The 34,000-acre Chaco Culture National “honor those who have helped than half the filing year and are Historical Park is home to many ancient wonders.” shape the character of our nation, under 17 at year’s end. and thank these role models for If you qualify for the Earned Dark-Sky Association’s newest Dark Sky Park. efforts in night sky preservation. Learn more their immeasurable acts of love, Income Tax Credit, you may be “Once the night sky was something that was at http://www.darksky.org/parks and about care and understanding.” eligible for an additional amount very much a part of the human experience Chaco Culture National Historic Preserve at Some 2.7 million grandparents for grandchildren you support. at Chaco and around the globe,” says IDA http://www.nps.gov/chcu. have taken on the responsibility A Child and Dependent Care Executive Director Bob Parks. “We are IDA established the International Dark of providing basic needs for Credit for childcare expenses delighted that Chaco is now preserving the Sky Places conservation program in 2001 to their grandchildren, according incurred so you can work or seek nighttime environment alongside their historic recognize excellent stewardship of the night to data compiled by Generations employment. treasures.” sky. Designations are based on stringent United. 21 percent of these vital If you adopt your grandchildren, As a Gold-tier IDA Dark Sky Park, Chaco outdoor lighting standards and innovative caregivers live below the poverty line. you may be eligible for a nonrefundable Federal has shown its commitment to preserving its community outreach. Since the program All told, an estimated 7.8 million children Adoption Credit of up to $12,970 per child. near-pristine night skies. The park has adopted began, four communities, 12 parks and five under 18 live in households headed by In addition, depending on your income and a set of strict lighting guidelines that include reserves have received International Dark grandparents or other relatives, including those the health/disability status of your grandchildren, the use of dark-sky friendly lighting now and Sky designations. whose parents are absent due to death, substance you may also be eligible for benefits from in the future, ensuring that it will do its part Meanwhile closer to home, stellar viewing abuse, military deployment or other reasons. Medicaid, your state’s Children’s Health to keep the nighttime environment natural and is also available at Mount Wilson Observatory, Ironically, even though many of these Insurance Program, the Supplemental Nutrition unspoiled for generations to come. located in the San Gabriel Mountains just above “grandfamilies” barely scrape by, they save Assistance Program and numerous other federal, The park is also exemplary in its public Sierra Madre. The Observatory is open to the taxpayers more than $6.5 billion each year by state and local aid programs. outreach efforts, holding numerous educational public daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., March keeping children out of the foster care system. Helpful resources for grandfamilies include: programs and events. Upcoming will be the 30 through December 1. On weekends, you So it only seems fair that many federal, state Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, a Chaco Canyon Star Party on October 5 that can have lunch at the Cosmic Cafe, open 10 and local aid programs are available to help government-sponsored site at. www.usa.gov, will include a formal public dedication of the a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, and these guardian angels provide financial and that provides links to various subject-matter new IDA Dark Sky Park designation. The then take a 1 p.m. guided tour that includes emotional safety nets for their grandchildren. experts. event will feature guest speakers, dark sky entry onto the observing floor of the 100-inch Among the many difficulties these families AARP’s comprehensive GrandFamilies Guide preservation messaging and special interpretive telescope. At other times, including the winter sometimes face: (at www.aarp.org). programs, along with stargazing opportunities months, you can arrange for a special tour. If you become your grandchild’s foster parent, Benefits QuickLINK, an AARP tool to find throughout the evenings. A commemorative And for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, your you’re responsible for day-to-day decisions and out whether you or your grandchildren qualify poster will be given away to visitors during group can also reserve an evening on Mount care, although the state retains legal custody for 15 different public benefits. the event. Wilson’s historic 60-inch telescope, which still and pays for the child’s care. GrandFacts, a searchable database at www. Other regular park events include has nights available during the 2013 season. Unless you establish some form of legal aarp.org, where you can locate key state “Archaeoastronomy of Chaco,” “Public The views of planets, star clusters, nebulae relationship (custody, guardianship or adoption), and local resources, foster care policies and Telescope Viewing,” “Pueblo Bonito Full Moon and galaxies through the 60-inch, among the the parent may be able to take your grandchild services, public benefits, financial and education Walks,” and “Campfire Astronomy.” Special largest telescopes in the world accessible from your home at any time. assistance, and relevant state laws. events are also held celebrating astronomical to the public, are unforgettable. For more In some states, it’s difficult to enroll the Generations United, whose “Grandfamilies” events such as eclipses and meteor showers. information: www.mtwilson.edu. child in school or get medical care without website highlights challenges often faced by Chaco Culture National Historic Park Image: some form of legal relationship. these households (www.gu.org/OURWORK/ superintendent Larry Turk feels strongly http://www.darksky.org/night-sky- Most senior-only housing complexes don’t (SBOEGBNJMJFTBTQY r about the designation. “Standing at one of DPOTFSWBUJPOr September 5, 2013 Page 5

Fall From Grace Sports By Adam Serrao He went about his business as he did on an Eagles’ 2013 Football Preview It’s funny how time can change beliefs, everyday basis, attempting to become the By Gregg McMullin “We shouldn’t have to rely on any one player rearrange things and distance people from best that he could be. Though Are you ready for some football? The El to lead us to victories--this will be a total team thoughts that were at one time honored as there were many back then who doubted Segundo Eagles open their 2013 season Friday effort,” said Shevlin. truths. Not only does that happen in real life, his abilities and talents as quarterback, as night at Lynwood and expectations are high for With plenty of talent returning on both sides but in football too. At one time, there are today, Tebow got his opportunity to this year. A season ago the Eagles went 7-5, of the ball, the Eagles figure to potentially was a hero. Honored throughout Florida as the shine and certainly made the most of it. Kyle placed second in the Pioneer League and lost have one of their better seasons if they can greatest college football player to perhaps ever Orton, the starting quarterback for Denver at to Centennial 14-10 in the CIF-SS Northwest stay healthy. Six players return on offense and play the game, Tebow accumulated multiple the time, was benched in favor of Tebow and Division quarterfinals. seven on the defensive side. Couple that with awards throughout his college career. With watched from the sidelines week after week as Though the team lost a number of key players moving up from the Pioneer League two BCS National Championships, two SEC all Tebow continued to do was win. A team starters to graduation, this year’s squad has championship freshman team and you can Championships and a Heisman Trophy, just that was once 1-4 before Tebow took over plenty of high-profile players returning. The understand why the Eagles are ranked sixth in to name a few, the three-time All-American later finished the season at 8-8 and made the quarterback seemed to be destined for a career playoffs as the young quarterback lived up to of riches (monetary and otherwise). Now, as the moniker that all he does is win games. “Coach Shevlin, who is in his 20th year as he finds himself at the doorstep of attaining Tebow accomplished a feat in Denver his ultimate goal, Tebow can’t quite seem to that the majority of NFL players can’t put , believes the success his program knock loudly enough for a team to let him on their own individual résumés. He has enjoyed is a direct result of the commitment in and give him a chance at becoming a won a playoff game and did it in impressive his players have brought to the table.” starting NFL quarterback. From a one-time fashion by going 10 of 21 passing against the NFL playoff contender to a team that heavily Steelers’ number one-rated defense. Three- misused his abilities to now being given his hundred-and-sixteen yards (31.6 yards per team is small in numbers and won’t have the the CIF Northwest Division preseason polls. outright release, Tim Tebow’s NFL career completion) and two later, the size that other teams may have. What it will “We don’t pay too much attention to polls, has spiraled so out of control that now the Broncos, behind Tim Tebow, were on their have is quickness, fortitude and experience. especially preseason ones. We need to play one-time college workhorse finds himself way to the second round of the playoffs Losing the likes of Austin Brasher, Austin hard and execute and leave it all on the field. desperately searching for a career. where they would eventually be pushed out of Kurke, Seth McKenna, Matt Keener, Nico If we do that we could be successful,” said From a 25-year-old Heisman Trophy winner competition by the ever-striking . Bonilla and Christian Rivera to graduation longtime assistant coach Jason Parker. with all of the promise in the world to a man One would think that a performance like that, could be devastating, but the coaching staff sees The Eagles have advanced to the postseason searching for work in the NFL, there was in the playoffs nonetheless, would cement at it differently. “There will be a void—but with six out of the past seven years, including an always hope for Tim Tebow even when he least another opportunity for the player in the players coming back and the development unprecedented five consecutive years for El found himself at the bottom of teams’ depth a league where on the field, he showed he of others, we should be okay,” said defensive Segundo. Coach Shevlin, who is in his 20th charts. Oftentimes, that hope bloomed into was successful. In came Peyton Manning, coordinator Dan Heck. year as head coach, believes the success his opportunities and flourished into a body of however, and out went Tebow--shipped to The loss of those graduated seniors could program has enjoyed is a direct result of the work that was eerily reminiscent of his glory UIF /FX:PSL +FUT  XIJDI XBT  JO FTTFODF  potentially be tough to fill. According to head commitment his players have brought to the days wearing the orange and blue for the the beginning of the end. coach Steve Shevlin, it should make this year’s table. The fact that many larger schools have Florida Gators. Case in point, when Tebow The 2012 Jets were one of the biggest squad a better and more well rounded team. shunned El Segundo on their non-league found himself at the bottom of the Denver disasters in NFL history. Head coach Rex With injuries a common factor each year, schedule is a testament to the team’s success. Broncos roster two years ago, he didn’t panic. See Fall From Grace, page 6players will need to learn multiple positions. See Sports, page 6 Page 6 September 5, 2013 Seniors The Safety Net That Helps Americans With Disabilities Stay Afloat (BPT) - John Miller never much thought survivors. Funded through payroll taxes, SSDI about the possibility that he might one day provides vital financial support for Americans become disabled; he was too busy building with severe disabilities and chronic health and renovating homes throughout suburban conditions. Workers earn coverage for SSDI and Washington, D.C. For 40 years, Miller (a other Social Security benefits through payroll pseudonym to protect his privacy) worked long tax contributions, and may only become eligible days with his brother - until an unexpected for benefits if they have earned coverage and illness and injury struck. their health prevents them from working. Like thousands of American workers who Currently about 8 million Americans receive find themselves sidelined by illness or injury, SSDI benefits. While the number of people Miller could no longer work. As in many jobs, receiving SSDI benefits has risen recently, if you don’t work, you don’t earn. Miller soon the increase was expected, and experts say found himself in dire straits, both financially that influx will level off soon. Baby boomers and in terms of his health. He had never reaching the disability-prone years of their 50s accepted any kind of public assistance, but and 60s account for much of the increase. The now he desperately needed help just to pay growing number of women in the workforce on Budget and Policy Priorities. spending his entire career taking care of the basic living expenses. also accounts for much of the rise, as they are Applying for SSDI benefits is a complex homes of others, he wasn’t even able to perform Miller knew nothing about Social Security now eligible for benefits in greater numbers process, especially for people who are needed maintenance on his own home. After Disability Insurance (SSDI), the federal program than ever before. The rise in retirement age unfamiliar with how the system works or who nearly three years of waiting, he is finally able that provides financial support to millions of has also contributed to the increase. are already dealing with significant illness or to use the benefits he earned while working Americans unable to work because of injury Benefits are modest. On average, SSDI injury and the emotional and financial strain on other peoples’ homes, to hire someone to or chronic illness. Learning about the program pays individuals just $1,132 a month and that accompanies poor health. Many people find repair his own home. “I’d love to go out there and securing benefits took months, but now families just $1,919 a month. The requirements that getting help from a disability advocate or today and work,” he says. “Now I have to get Miller knows his monthly SSDI benefits will to qualify for benefits are very strict. Applicants lawyer can help ease the process and relieve someone else to do the work on my house that at least help him put food on the table. must present extensive medical proof of some of the stress. I had done for years.” “My benefits check is something I can count significant disability. In fact, qualifying Securing approval for SSDI benefits took To learn more about Social Security Disability on every month,” he says. “I know that I’ll be disabilities are so severe that about one in Miller 35 months. His experience is far from Insurance and to find help navigating the able to eat and that I’ll be able to stay in my five men and one in six women receiving unique. Miller’s disability meant that after BQQMJDBUJPOQSPDFTT WJTJUXXXOPTTDSPSHr house for another 30 days.” SSDI will die within five years of receiving Established in 1956, SSDI is an important benefits, and those eligible for benefits are three from page 5 part of our nation’s Social Security system times more likely to die than other people their Fall From Grace for disabled workers, retirees, dependents and age, according to Kathy Ruffing of the Center Ryan attained Tebow with the intent of using the rate of improvement, the ability to do the him in specialized packages while giving him things that players are going to be asked to Sports from page 5 a backup opportunity behind incumbent starter do at their respective positions [also matters].” . Not only did Sanchez play Tebow apparently showed no improvement “We’ve offered to play schools that are year’s team-leading 50 receptions for 749 horribly all season long, but he was also a even under the great Belichick and his football bigger and have a football heritage. They yards and 12 TDs. Stewart’s numbers haven’t victim of the “butt-,” to add insult to skills were deemed unsatisfactory, leading to decline because I don’t think they see the gone unnoticed either. The All-South Bay/All- injury. And yet, Tebow still never received an the quarterback’s eventual release that finds benefit of potentially losing to a smaller Pioneer League senior is being considered by opportunity. The Jets failed to improve under him in his current state looking for work. school,” said Parker. a number of Ivy League schools--a testament Sanchez, eventually missed the playoffs and Perhaps Tim Tebow will never be the great The Eagles have a dilemma at quarterback, to his 2,200 SAT score. Tebow remained there on the bench as even practice player that will get him an immediate but according to Shevlin it’s a nice predicament Others who figure prominently in the passing third string quarterback Greg McElroy got starting job again. Perhaps he doesn’t have to have. Lars Nootbaar, a junior, took over game are Miguel Wagner and Nick Karsseboom, B TIPX BU TUBSEPN JO /FX:PSL .D&MSPZ the intangibles of a Tom Brady or the arm at quarterback last year when Daniel Zeman tight end Connor Underwood and eventually failed too. Tebow began, for the of an Aaron Rogers that will make the way suffered a knee injury midseason. Nootbaar Henry Doby. Don’t let Wagner’s size fool you. first time in his football career, looking that he plays quarterback look easy. But led the Eagles to the CIF Northwest Division He is a speedster with great hands and has like nothing more than a distraction and he the hard work and dedication that Tebow quarterfinals. Both players have earned all-league a knack of catching the uncatchable passes. quickly found his professional reputation puts into his craft not only makes him as honors as a quarterback for El Segundo--Zeman Karsseboom has so much upside that teams will plummeting quickly. an individual polarizing, but it leads people in 2011 as a sophomore and Nootbaar in 2012 have to defend him and his breakaway speed. Tebow would receive another opportunity toward an appreciation of him as a player also as a sophomore. Nootbaar, who is expected Underwood is returning from a season-ending with the , for whom he as a result of his undying determination. to get the bulk of the snaps, boasts a big arm injury as a junior. He recovered in time to play played briefly in this year’s preseason. If you Despite horrendous footwork, an inability to and has the speed to run the ball. Zeman baseball and help lead the team into the CIF follow sports at all, or even entertainment make the most natural of reads on the field should still see plenty of action and he also quarterfinals. There is no question about his news given Tebow’s polarizing effect on and what many experts call an altogether has a strong arm, but is especially skilled at athletic ability and he should prove to be a the media, you of course have heard by horrible throwing motion, Tim Tebow has the short passing game. “They’re both leaders viable threat. Doby returns to get the bulk of now that the Patriots’ feelings were not as the off-the-charts intangibles that make him in the huddle and together they have the ability the rushing load, but will see plenty of passes mutually exclusive. As Patriots’ head coach a winner. He did it in Florida, he did it in to throw for over 2,000 yards,” said Shevlin. coming out of the backfield too. explained, “It’s not just one Denver and was never given a chance again. The crop of receivers is deep, but look for While Doby looks to have a solid year running game [that matters], although every game is Should Tebow find another opportunity in the Jamie Stewart’s numbers to increase over last See Sports, page 7 important. But the body of work, the camp, /'- IFXJMMDFSUBJOMZXJOBHBJOr business & professional directory concrete electric gardening painting plastering Wise Electric Contracting Service EL SEGUNDO /"Ê* / Ê "°Ê ° CHARLES SCIRA PLASTERING WIGINGTON MASONRY Commercial/Industrial/Residential ˜œVŽˆ˜}Ê"ÕÌÊ/ iÊ œ“«ï̈œ˜ License No: 785853 GARDENER Interior Plaster & Dry Wall Repair Skilled Craftsman. 3ATISFACTION'UARANTEED Exterior Repair A Serving El Segundo Licensed/Bonded GREAT Professional Masons. No Job Too Small Design Ideas. since 1945 All E.S. 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Wowzer Schnauzer I’m “Herald”, named after some very Schnauzer. The shelter had put me on their special people who are trying to help us medical list, noting that I had skin dermatitis, find good homes by giving us great PR which was most likely caused by fleas. I was in the Herald. I am here to announce so thankful to be rescued by MSFR from a that I am the dog you’ve been looking for LA city shelter because it’s just not my idea because I am extra special. For starters, I of home. I am a real people-loving dog who am a 1-year-old, 16 pound, male, Schnauzer/ will be a great, loving companion for you

Marge and very energetic. I am also housebroken a great addition to the right family. I have and I know basic obedience commands. all kinds of special qualities starting with I Breed-wise, I definitely have inherited the get along great with other dogs, I’m very best of both worlds – the people-focused smart, I have a really sweet face and since personality of a Lab and the build of a I’m only 15 pounds, I’m easy to pick up and Dobie (or maybe a Greyhound?). Although take anywhere. I can’t leap tall buildings I get along well with non-hostile dogs and I JOBTJOHMFCPVOECVU*BNPOFTVQFSEPHr am eager to play with willing ones, my true love is my humans. Spending time being adored and petted is my favorite pastime, however, I also ride well in the car so going on adventures is also fun. I would be the perfect companion for someone who enjoys walking, jogging, skating, biking, and most Herald important, receiving lots of doggie kisses Cocker (Schnocker?!) mix. Despite a difficult and I think my picture shows how anxious and hugs. Come to adoptions and sample a start in life, I am still very playful, friendly, I was. It’s fun to play with other dogs and kiss and hug for yourself. outgoing and eager to please. Now, I am I do get along with them but I really want Hi my name is Clark – part of the Lois not much of a crier but it took my owner nothing more than to be with my people. and Clark breeding pair that was turned in three weeks to reclaim me at the shelter Come see me in person – I’ve blossomed to a LA county shelter by our owner. I’m even though I was micro-chipped. Instead since my makeover. If you’re looking for feeling pretty lonely since Lois has found of taking me home they proclaimed that 19 pounds of pure sweetness, I’m your gal! her forever home but I’m still looking for they were relinquishing me! I had an ear They call me Ms. Liz and I am a happy, mine. I’m a good-looking, 3-year old, male, infection and had lost some back fur from affectionate, 2-year-old, female, Black purebred Miniature Schnauzer who would be Clark an irritation – probably caused by car oil/ Labrador Retriever/Doberman Pinscher (?) grease but I am still the same cute, bouncy, mix. Can you believe that my callous owners boy I’ve always been. Thanks to the folks turned me over to MSFR when I became Happy Tails at MSFR, my medical issues have been ill? Truth be told, that was the best thing Happily Ever After rescue dogs, so Cameron was just the perfect addressed and I am bringing you the news that they could have done. I was terribly Hooray for Cameron! He is truly one choice. It was love at first sight and in ap- lucky guy. Cameron, who was scheduled to preciation for their big hearts, he’s going to be euthanized, was terribly ill with pneumonia do his best to help them keep busy during when the MSFR folks spotted him at a local their retirement. Best of luck to all of them! shelter. They were actually following up on Please visit all of our Miniature Schnauzers another dog and rescued Cameron. He now 'SJFOETSFTDVFTBUUIFBEPQUJPOTGBJSIFME lives in Westchester with his forever family. every Saturday from noon-3:30 p.m. or check Talk about miracles. These folks had lost out our website, www.msfr.org. Our adop- their Staffordshire mix and were looking for tions fairs take place at Petco, 537 N. Pacific a smaller dog. They have always adopted $PBTU)JHIXBZ 3FEPOEP#FBDI $BMJGPSOJBr

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S ummer vacation is over, the kids are back in school, and all is well. Or is it? Now, we have the rush of morning, the confusion of homework, the after-schoolool activities,activities, the angst of peer pressure, and of course, what’s for dinner. Try to make it a one-pot meal. This is my favorite way to cook. and how to bang them My mom tells the story of me pulling a chair up to the stove so I could reach by Chef Shafer the pot in which I was cooking lunch for all of my friends in the ‘hood. I would go into my friends’ houses and raid their mom’s pantry to create what wee called “Michael’s Goulash.” It would consist of Campbell vegetable soup canss from another kid’s house, then maybe some leftover meat or cold cuts fromm another house. I would heat it all up, make some toast and top the whole thingng with cheese. With this and some cold drinks, we were rockin’ it. Now, I make for my kids my sort-of-grown-up goulash. Here it is: The Chef

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