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Volume 29 No. 38 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities September 19, 2019 Ed Buck arrested First cannabis lounge opens this week n Third man allegedly overdoses in Buck’s apartment n Reservations booked BY EDWIN FOLVEN phetamine overdoses, and the for grand opening of deaths were ruled accidental. Lowell Farms: A West Hollywood resident and Authorities allegedly found drug prominent political donor and paraphernalia in the apartment at Cannabis Café activist Ed Buck, who was scruti- 1234 N. Laurel Ave. following both BY KATE DIETEL nized over the past two years for the overdoses and investigated Buck deaths of two men from drug over- for the deaths. The Los Angeles With an opening date finally in doses in his Laurel Avenue apart- County District Attorney’s Office sight, West Hollywood’s first ment, was arrested on Sept. 17 and determined there was insufficient cannabis consumption lounge, charged with three felonies after a evidence to charge Buck with any Lowell Farms: A Cannabis Café, third man allegedly overdosed on crimes. However, based on infor- is set to open Tuesday, Sept. 24. drugs last week in his residence. mation obtained from the victim of The grand opening marks a Buck, 65, was charged with one the third overdose, District milestone for the café, located at felony count each of battery caus- Attorney Jackie Lacey decided to 1201 N. La Brea Ave., as the first ing serious injury, administering charge Buck with three felonies. fully legal cannabis consumption methamphetamine and maintaining business in the country. a drug house. The charges stem “I feel vindicated for “We are charting new territory from the Sept. 11 overdose of a 37- all the people who from literally every angle,” year-old man who survived and is said it was never Lowell Café Director Kevin recovering. Buck allegedly injected Brady said. “There are rules and the man, who is described as John going to happen.” regulations that didn’t even exist a year ago within the city of West Doe in a criminal complaint filed -Attorney Jasmyne Cannick, Hollywood, so we’re very much against the defendant, with spokeswoman for the family of rendering courtesy of Lowell Farms: A Cannabis Café on the forefront of something methamphetamine. Gemmel Moore West Hollywood’s first consumption lounge will use plants and a ven- new.” The Sept. 11 overdose occurred tilation system to contain smoke and odors. after Timothy Dean, 55, died in After Lowell Café and Buck’s apartment on Jan. 7, and 26- “I remain deeply concerned for PleasureMed were selected to cannabis businesses were not John Leonard. year-old Gemmel Moore died there the safety of people whose life cir- receive consumption lounge allowed to sell anything other than “We had always envisioned all in 2017. The Los Angeles County cumstances may make them more licenses from the West Hollywood cannabis to customers, according of our lounges being able to sell Coroner’s Office determined both Business License Commission, to West Hollywood’s Community Dean and Moore died of metham- See Buck page 25 the state changed a regulation that and Legislative Affairs Manager See Lowell page 26 Curbside spaces become public parklets Beverly Hills upholds n Mid City West’s Park(ing) Day to feature three locations Metro moratorium BY EDWIN FOLVEN n City Council rejects businesses and restaurants to take advantage of the busy holiday The Mid City West Community subway work during season, a time that some repre- Council invites people to pull up a holiday season sentatives of the business com- chair and relax at three curbside munity said can make or break a locations on Sept. 20 during BY CAMERON KISZLA business. Park(ing) Day, an annual event in The retail and restaurant indus- which parking spaces are converted On Sept. 17, a request by the tries are difficult enough as it is, into mini-park spaces for public Los Angeles County and subway construction during enjoyment. Metropolitan Transportation the holidays would further hurt The event marks the sixth year Authority to lift the holiday the businesses’ prospects, said Mid City West is observing moratorium on subway construc- Bill Wylie, director of Two Park(ing) Day, this year at three tion in Beverly Hills was unani- Rodeo Drive, during public com- locations through a partnership mously rejected by the City ment. with nearby businesses. Curbside Council. “For retail and restaurant busi- parking spaces will be converted The moratorium, which will nesses, the holidays really do last from Thanksgiving Day to into public gathering spaces, and See Retailers page 25 each site will be unique. photo courtesy of Mid City West Community Council New Year’s Day, will allow retail “This is an annual opportunity to Curbside spaces are converted into gathering places during the Mid City present an alternative city, one in west Community Council’s annual observances of Park(ing) Day. which space is taken back by com- munities from the automobile and shade tents, and also visit surround- Council’s Streetscape and used instead for people,” said Mid ing businesses and learn about the Commercial Committee, said he is City West Chairman Scott Epstein. neighborhoods in which they are looking forward to hosting a fun “The idea is to reimagine how we located. The spaces will be at 7311 event that is also educational. The can reuse public space. This event Melrose Ave. in front of Toasted businesses partnering with Mid helps people imagine other possi- and Roasted; 807 S. La Brea Ave. in City West on creating the spaces bilities.” front of Roji Bakery; and 5354 will offer refreshments and snacks. Epstein hopes people will spend Wilshire Blvd. outside L.A. “In each case, we are trying to a considerable amount of time at Chankla restaurant. give an option or give an idea of the converted parking spaces, Henry van Moyland, chair of the which will have seating, tables and Mid City West Community See Park(ing) page 26 2 September 19, 2019 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

‘Tarantina’ Hollywood Bowl. & Publishers” at an Independent Wear a costume Writers of Southern California work- “Tarantina,” an unofficial Quentin and sing with shop on Monday, Sept. 23, from 7:30 to Tarantino cabaret showcase, will be thousands of fel- 9:15 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial held on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 8:15 low fans of the Building in Culver City. Publishing and p.m. at Club Bahia. The show cele- Oscar-winning intellectual proper- brates Tarantino’s films through live classic, which ty attorney performances. Donna Hood performs a will be projected Jonathan Kirsch new act based on “Once Upon a Time on the Bowl’s big screen. Organist will lead the dis- In Hollywood,” Brynn Route brings to Mitchell Hanlon will provide musical cussion on pub- life young Nancy accompaniment. Tickets start at $12. lishing law, copy- Callahan from 2301 N Highland Ave. my.hollywood- rights, trademarks “Sin City” and bowl.com. and other intellec- Kyla Carter illus- tual property mat- trates the energy ters. Networking follows the program. of “Jackie ‘Last Swallows’ 4117 Overland Ave. (310)773-8075, Brown.” Tickets Cailin Harrison’s play “Last Swallows” iwosc.org. start at $25. 1130 runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, through Sunset Blvd. Sunday, Oct. 20, at the Other Space eventbrite.com/e/tarantina-tickets- Congregation @The Actors Company in West 68197924829. Hollywood. Matthew Downs, Abby Shaarei Tefila Eiland, Ty Mayberry, Shaw Purnell, Congregation Shaarei Tefila is holding Leilani Smith, Bob Telford, Tina Van ‘Comedy and a celebration of the Jewish new year on Berckelaer and Leah Zhang star in the Tuesday, Sept. 24, at noon in the tem- play that illustrates how even families Cocktails’ ple’s Kanner Hall. Rabbi Moshe who love each other can be amazingly Comedian Bill Devlin brings his Kesselman presents the event with dysfunctional. Elizabeth is convinced “Comedy and Cocktails” show to the music by Cantor Nati Baram. her husband Robert will die soon, and Ice House in Pasadena on Thursday, Participants will also enjoy a meal, photo © 2019 Craig Schwartz she’s determined to get the whole fam- Sept. 19, at 8 p.m. Devlin’s show mixes music, gifts, games and a raffle. A $10 Joey Slotnick and Micaela Diamond star in Ethan Coen’s “A Play Is a ily together for a final holiday. Of some of the hottest stand-up comedians donation is requested. 7269 Beverly Poem” running from Saturday, Sept. 21, through Sunday, Oct. 13 at the course, all three grown children and with surprise celebrity guests. 24 N. Blvd. (323)938-7147, or email their spouses have their own lives, Mentor Ave. (626)577-1894, icehouse- Center Theatre Group’s Mark Taper Forum. The play is directed by Neil [email protected]. agendas and emergencies, but a few comedy.com. Pepe and presented in association with Atlantic Theater Company. It obstacles won’t stop Elizabeth. includes a collection of five one acts by Coen set in the hillbilly hollows Showtimes are 8 p.m., Friday and Beverly Hills ‘The Surveillance of Appalachia, the executive suites of Hollywood, a New York tenement Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday. Tickets are apartment, the smoke-filled office of a Los Angeles private eye and a $30. 916 A N. Formosa Ave. (323)960- wildlife workshop magnolia-scented gazebo in Natchez, Mississippi. In addition to Slotnick 5770, onstage411.com/swallows. Trilogy’ Learn about the local fauna at the city and Diamond, the plays stars Ro Boddie, Peter Jacobson, Jason Theatre 40 presents “The Surveillance of Beverly Hills’ Wildlife Workshop on Kravits, Nellie McKay, Saul Rubinek, Miriam Silverman, Joey Slotnick, Trilogy,” a world premiere production Beverly Hills Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 by Leda Siskind, running from Sam Vartholomeos and C.J. Wilson. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Friday; 2:30 p.m. at the La Cienega Park Thursday, Sept. 19, through Sunday, and 8 p.m., Saturday; and 1 and 6:30 p.m., Sunday. Tickets start at $25. Chamber Community Center. The educational Oct. 13, at the Reuben Cordova Theatre 135 N. Grand Ave. centertheatregroup.org. Join the Beverly Hills Chamber of workshop will focus on indigenous ani- on the campus of Beverly Hills High Commerce for an installment of its mals found in the local area. Specialists School. David Hunt Stafford will pro- Legal Lunch and Learn series titled will provide information on keeping duce the play, revealing past and pre- “Shyrakshy: Guardian of the Light” p.m. Young girls face a global crisis in “What Every Employer Must Know” pets safe. 8400 Gregory Way. RSVP sent ways that relationships, electronic (Kazakhstan); and “The Halt” the fantasy film commemorating the on Monday, Sept. 23, from noon to 1 requested by calling (310)285-1175, or devices and even people’s lives can be (Philippines). Doors open at 9:30 16th anniversary of Toei Animation. p.m. in the chamber’s board room. The email [email protected]. spied upon and turned against them. a.m., and the film final screening Miyahara Naoki, who has worked on meeting, held in conjunction with the General admission is $35. 241 S. begins at 6 p.m. The festival is being the “Pretty Cure” series, directed the Beverly Hills Bar Association, will Moreno Dr., Beverly Hills. 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Los Angeles City Council supports Beverly Hills approves oil new state law regulating gig workers well abandonment payment resolution in support of it – did not pass without opposition. Though n City will pay up to million by using funds from most public speakers in the Sept. 10 Measure BH, a $385 million con- Los Angeles City Council meeting $11 million of potential struction bond measure. supported the resolution, a few self- $35 million cost Consultants say the costs could identified Lyft drivers said AB 5 go as high as $35 million to com- will mean the rideshare companies BY KATE DIETEL plete the project. will be able to hire fewer drivers, “I think it’s an important resulting in longer waits for riders The Beverly Hills City issue,” said Councilman Robert and, potentially, more drunk drivers Council unanimously approved Wunderlich. “It’s a large amount on the road. spending a maximum of $11 mil- of money.” On the state level, the technology lion to plug 19 oil and gas wells The project is to properly companies pushed back, with Uber at Beverly Hills High School dur- secure and plug 19 oil and gas proposing a new policy that ing its regular meeting on wells at Beverly Hills High includes higher pay and benefits for Tuesday, Sept. 17. School. City staff said the 13th drivers. Tony West, Uber’s chief The three-part item that went well should be capped this week legal officer, said in a call with before council was to approve with the entire project completed media members that Uber, Lyft and Amendment No. 3 to the agree- next spring. photo by Dan Gold/courtesy of Unsplash other technology companies have ment between the city, ARB Inc. “We are pleased to work col- Rideshare drivers for companies like Uber and Lyft might be considered assembled $60 million to propose and the Beverly Hills Unified laboratively with the school dis- employees instead of contractors under Assembly Bill 5. and enact a statewide ballot initia- School District for the capping trict to ensure this project is com- tive in next year’s elections. and abandonment of the wells, as pleted safely and in the near n Newsom signs AB 5 said in a statement. “Assembly Bill “At Uber, we embrace the chal- well as the approval of $8 million future,” said Keith Sterling, city 5 is an important step.” lenge to improve work for drivers,” from the general fund to go of Beverly Hills spokesman. despite opposition from Though the bill affects multiple West said. “But we will continue to toward the increased purchase The City Council previously tech companies industries, technology companies defend our ability to enable on- order to ARB Inc. for $26 million approved a three-party agree- involved in the gig economy, such demand, independent work.” for the abandonment services. ment on Feb. 20, 2018, for the BY CAMERON KISZLA as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash, have Other industries pushed back as project in an amount not to garnered the most attention. Koretz well, and while some were success- exceed $7 million. During the On Sept. 10, the Los Angeles said those tech companies use a ful in earning exemptions – such as Dec. 18 meeting, the council City Council voted 13-0 to support business model of “providing as lit- healthcare professionals, insurance “I think it’s an approved the first amendment of Assembly Bill 5, which would limit tle support for their employees as and real estate agents, and commer- important the agreement in the amount of the ability of companies to classify they can” so they don’t have to pay cial fishermen – others earned only $5 million to provide time for the their workers as independent con- their workers as full employees a temporary reprieve. In particular, issue. It’s a city and BHUSD to complete the tractors as opposed to employees, with benefits. newspaper delivery drivers won’t review and implementation of who are afforded more protections “Exploiting their employees is be affected by the new labor rules large amount cost-saving changes to the pro- and benefits such as sick days and something that has to change. I until January 2021, one year after of money.” ject. minimum wage. believe that the drivers are employ- they go into effect. Newspapers In March, the BHUSD rejected a previous offer from the city that The resolution was introduced by ees and they should be treated as across the state said the law would -Beverly Hills City would limit the city’s costs to $8 Council President Herb Wesson, such,” Koretz said. hit an industry that already faces its Councilman Robert million. The city offered the 10th District, and Councilman Paul Los Angeles City Councilman share of economic struggles. Wunderlich Koretz, 5th District. Councilmen Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, said Koretz said newspaper deliverers amount after the school district Bob Blumenfield, 3rd District, and rideshare drivers should be subject have been historically underpaid, presented an estimated amount of Gilbert Cedillo, 1st District, were to the same regulations as taxi cab and it’s “a positive step” to increase The city of Beverly Hills fund- between $21-26 million for the absent for the vote. drivers. the pay for workers who may make ed the whole project up front and project. AB 5, authored by “We can’t stand idly by while below minimum wage. is negotiating with the BHUSD, At the April 16 meeting, the Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez these big companies who are expe- “If it means newspapers have to as the school district will pay its council approved the second (D-San Diego), was signed into law riencing massive profits are exploit- cost another nickel if they’re deliv- amount via an escrow account as amendment in the amount of $7 by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. ing what I feel very strongly are ered in paper form, that’s the way it part of a cost-sharing agreement, million, and on May 7, the coun- 18. It passed the state Senate on their employees under the guise of goes … I’m happy to pay a few according to city staff. The coun- cil approved the second amend- Sept. 10 after passing the Assembly requiring them to file as indepen- cents more to pay the person who cil agreed to spend a maximum ment between the city and in May. dent contacts,” O’Farrell said. “It’s delivers my L.A. Times and Park of $11 million, depending on the BHUSD. The BHUSD approved “The hollowing out of our middle just nonsense.” Labrea News and Beverly Press, to final cost of the project, and the amendment during its May class has been 40 years in the mak- The bill – and the City Council’s pay them decently,” Koretz said. BHUSD will pay at least $17 28 meeting. ing, and the need to create lasting economic security for our work- force demands action,” Newsom La Cienega Park and Recreation Complex town hall meeting

The Beverly Hills Community Services Department will hold a town hall meeting regarding La Cienega Park and Recreation Complex on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 6 p.m. at the La Cienega Community Center. The meeting will include a con- ceptual design that incorporates the public’s feedback about La Cienega Park and its building, fields and programming. Architects will pre- sent renderings, construction phas- ing options and preliminary con- struction costs. The La Cienega Community Center is located at 8400 Gregory Way. For information, visit beverly- hills.org/lacienegaparkproject. 4 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Former WeHo sheriff’s lieutenant Suspect arrested during burglary in Beverly Hills n Intoxicated man Rexford Drive. A resident who was idence and found Vladimir convicted on prostitution charges in the home when the suspect Chistyakov, of Glendale, hiding allegedly randomly entered fled and called police. inside. Officers arrived and set up a The suspect was intoxicated By edwin folven Blvd. on targeted home June 4, perimeter around the residence. when he was arrested, however, Additional resources were request- police did not provide any further A former Los Angeles County 2017, and By edwin folven Sheriff’s Department lieutenant told her that ed because the suspect was information about whether he was who served at the West law enforce- Officers from the Beverly Hills believed to have barricaded himself under the influence of alcohol or Hollywood Station pleaded no ment opera- Police Department arrested a 41- inside the home, and it was not drugs. Investigators determined the contest on Sept. 12 to tipping off tions were year-old man on Sept. 15 who known whether he was armed. suspect acted alone and randomly a massage parlor employee about imminent broke into a house and refused to A Beverly Police Department targeted the home. No injuries were law enforcement raids in surrender until a SWAT team SWAT team was summoned and reported. and they David Smith exchange for sex, the Los should close entered the residence. the Los Angeles Police Department Chistyakov was charged with Angeles County District the business Police received a call at 12:22 provided a police helicopter to residential burglary and resisting Attorney’s Office announced. for the evening. It was unclear p.m. that a male suspect was inside monitor the situation. arrest. He was released on Sept. 16 David Smith, 61, pleaded no whether Smith allegedly tipped a home in the 500 block of N. The SWAT team entered the res- on $50,000 bail. contest to one count of obstruct- off employees at massage parlors ing and delaying law enforce- prior to that date. ment and two counts of solicita- The criminal complaint tion of prostitution, which are all alleged that Smith was inter- Former CBS credit union manager sentenced for fraud misdemeanors. He was immedi- viewed by a sheriff’s department ately sentenced to 150 hours of investigator on June 5, 2017. He The former manager of CBS CBS Employees Federal Credit Rostohar has agreed to forfeit community service, placed on allegedly initially told the inves- Employees Federal Credit Union Union, he used his senior position proceeds from the scam, including summary probation for three tigator he visited the massage was sentenced on Sept. 16 to 14 at the institution to falsify records bank accounts in his name and the years and ordered to stay away parlor on Santa Monica years in federal prison for a two- to hide his fraud and make the cred- names of shell companies; four from massage parlors and spas. Boulevard on June 4 to tell the decade embezzlement scam that it union appear to be profitable automobiles; homes in Studio City, Smith initially told investiga- owner about upcoming street clo- stole $40 million from the credit despite it suffering more than $40 Reno and Mexico; luxury watches; tors he would conduct lawful sures that could affect the busi- union. The scheme ultimately led to million in losses. and jewelry. inspections at massage parlors in ness and later called on June 4 to the financial cooperative being The scheme was exposed in Rostohar’s long-running fraud West Hollywood but admitted to speak to the owner about a possi- forced into insolvency. March when a credit union employ- resulted in the decision by the having sex at two locations in ble robbery. He later admitted to Edward Martin Rostohar, 62, ee, after discovering a $35,000 National Credit Union 2016 and 2017. He deterred law “frequently visiting” the location was sentenced by United States check payable to Rostohar, con- Administration to liquidate the enforcement from investigating for “sexual purposes” and said he District Judge Otis D. Wright II. ducted an audit and discovered credit union and discontinue its the massage parlors, said Deputy had advised Kim about possible Rostohar pleaded guilty on May 20 approximately $3.8 million in operations after determining it was District Attorney Rachel Greene law enforcement operations, to one count of bank fraud. He used checks made payable to Rostohar insolvent and there was no prospect of the Justice System Integrity according to the criminal com- his position as a manager at the between January 2018 and March of restoring viable operations on its Division. plaint. credit union, a federally insured 2019. Rostohar told law enforce- own. In March, University Credit Smith allegedly called an Smith retired from the Los financial institution, to make online ment authorities he gambled away Union of Westwood assumed CBS employee of Pine Therapy Angeles County Sheriff’s payments to himself or forged the much of the money and spent the Employees’ assets, loans and all Massage at 8424 Santa Monica Department in September 2017. signature of another credit union rest on traveling by private jet, buy- member shares. At the time of its employee on checks made payable ing expensive watches and giving liquidation and sale, CBS to himself. his wife a weekly allowance of Employees Credit Union served Prior to his three decades of $5,000. Rostohar also started a cof- 2,798 members and had assets of employment at the credit union, fee business in Reno, Nevada, last $21 million. Two arrested at WeHo checkpoint Rostohar was a trained accountant December, and he wrote tens of Rostohar has been in federal cus- and an examiner at the National thousands of dollars in checks to tody since his arrest on March 13. The Los Angeles County ving or operating machinery warn- Credit Union Administration, a fed- himself to cover the business’ costs The case was investigated by the Sheriff’s Department arrested two ing on the label, can impair and eral agency that regulates credit as well as to pay a $5,000 monthly Federal Bureau of Investigation drivers for driving under the influ- result in a DUI arrest. Marijuana can unions. During his approximately mortgage on a home in Reno he and the Los Angeles Police ence of marijuana at a DUI check- also cause impairment, especially 20 years of embezzling from the recently purchased. Department. point on Sept. 13 on Fairfax Avenue, when combined with alcohol or south of Santa Monica Boulevard. other drugs. One additional driver was cited DUI checkpoints are placed in for operating a vehicle with a sus- locations based on collision statis- pended or revoked license and the tics and frequency of arrests. Last car was towed. year, the Los Angeles County Motorists convicted of driving Sheriff’s Department investigated under the influence can expect fines 395 DUI collisions that killed 21 and fees totaling approximately people and injured 590 others. $13,500, license suspension and Funding for the checkpoint in possible jail time. The Los Angeles West Hollywood was provided by a County Sheriff’s Department grant from the California Office of reminds drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Traffic Safety through the National Just Mean Booze.” Prescription Highway Traffic Safety drugs, particularly those with a dri- Administration. Governors from 11 states call for stricter gun law reform Gov. Gavin Newsom joined gov- a majority of Americans. They ernors from 11 states on Sept. 10 in include extreme risk protection calling on President Donald J. order legislation, commonly Trump and Senate Majority Leader referred to as red flag laws, which Mitch McConnell to act on gun prevent individuals who pose a risk reforms. to themselves or others from pur- “We need to treat gun violence chasing or possessing a firearm. like the crisis it is,” Newsom said. The governors also called for uni- “We are past the tipping point. We versal background checks closing need Washington to spare us the the private gun sales loophole, bans empty rhetoric, listen and take on assault weapons and high-capac- meaningful action. Lives are literal- ity magazines and stricter reporting ly on the line.” requirements to prevent those “Putting an end to the gun vio- deemed by a mental health profes- lence epidemic is not a Republican sional to be a danger to themselves or Democratic issue, it is an or others from purchasing a American issue,” read the letter firearm. from the governors. “Gun deaths do In addition to Newsom, the letter not have to be the norm. The time is was signed by the governors of now to break the cycle by enacting New York, Delaware, Connecticut, four common-sense measures.” Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, The governors urged President New Mexico, Oregon, Trump and Congress to pass sensi- Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and ble gun legislation including four Washington. To read the letter, visit policies they said are supported by gov.ca.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 September 19, 2019

‘We’re more resilient than ever before’ Trump protested on trip lies who continue to sacrifice day after day,” Barton said. The solemn ceremony included to Beverly Hills several musical performances. Fire Engineer Chad Beery sang “You Raise Me Up” and “America the Beautiful,” bagpipers played “Amazing Grace” and a pair of buglers played “Echo Taps” from opposite sides of the closed Rexford Drive. An honor guard of Beverly Hills police officers and firefighters took down the flag from the memorial and presented it to former Mayor Les Bronte, and a patriotic wreath was ceremoniously placed at the memorial. However, the speeches took cen- ter stage, with Barton and Spagnoli discussing the impact of the attacks on first responders in par- photo by Gidas Peteris ticular. Spagnoli, who said she vis- Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch and Beverly Hills Fire Chief Greg ited New York City and the site of Barton laid a wreath at the city’s 9/11 Memorial Garden. the attacks earlier this year, said the stories of those lost, the sur- n D.C., local officials and first vivors and those who helped are Beverly Hills marks responders paid their respects to still emotionally gripping 18 years 18 years since Sept. 11, those lost 18 years ago. after the tragedy. photo by Chantelle Hershberger 2001, attacks Mayor John Mirisch, Beverly “I cannot help but feel a sense of Members of Refuse Fascism Los Angeles protested President Hills Fire Chief Greg Barton and anger, but also a sense of strength Donald Trump during his visit to Los Angeles and Beverly Hills on Beverly Hills Police Chief Sandra … The biggest change is we’re Sept. 17. BY CAMERON KISZLA Spagnoli led a crowd of dozens of stronger and we’re more resilient About 40 people held signs and a banner denouncing Trump and first responders and hundreds of than ever before,” she said. Vice President Mike Pence at Sunset Boulevard and Benedict On Sept. 11, Beverly Hills held a community members – including As the Sept. 11 attacks demon- Canyon Drive. remembrance ceremony to ensure Vice Mayor Lester Friedman, strated, work as a first responder Chantelle Hershberger, an organizer with the group, said she was the thousands of people hurt and Councilman Julian Gold and can be dangerous, yet in Beverly surprised more people weren’t out protesting the Trump administra- killed on that day almost two Councilwoman Lili Bosse – in a Hills, first responders will be on tion and “there’s a lot of complicity in people not standing up against decades ago are never forgotten. solemn reflection on the Sept. 11, scene within three minutes to help, Trump right now.” In front of the city’s 9/11 2001, attacks and the impact they Spagnoli said. Citizens should do “That was really eye opening, that people knew Trump was going Memorial Garden, which contains a had on the nation. their part to keep the community to be in Beverly Hills fundraising … there was a small, determined piece of the World Trade Center “We will never forget the brave safe, she added. group of protestors but in no way the type of reaction needed for a and pays homage to the site of the men and women running into burn- “Remain strong and vigilant, and Trump visit to Los Angeles.” attacks in New York City, ing buildings to save innocent [peo- stay prepared,” Spagnoli said. “The Hershberger said the group plans to host “massive, sustained Hong Pennsylvania and Washington, ple, and] let us not forget the fami- city of Beverly Hills depends on it.” Kong-style protests for October.” 6 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press A century of scholarships in Los Angeles n Ebell program helps As part of the Ebell’s philan- four-year schools and $3,000 for thropic mission, the Ebell/Flint community colleges – for up to Los Angeles County Scholarship Program funds stu- three years, as long as they remain students afford higher dents who’ve completed their first enrolled full-time in classes and year of undergraduate studies at maintain a 3.25 grade point average education accredited Los Angeles County col- or better. leges and universities. Unlike other scholarships that BY CAMERON KISZLA The program began in 1919 with send money to the schools to offset only $1,005.50, which was used to tuition, room and board, and other On Sept. 12, the Ebell of Los help seven girls stay in high school costs, the Ebell Scholars receive Angeles celebrated 100 years of its by giving them $10 per month dur- their money directly, allowing scholarship program and honored ing the school year. Eight years them to use it how they see fit. In its 2019-20 recipients at the group’s later, Mr. and Mrs. Charles N. Flint some cases, that’s allowed the stu- historic building on Wilshire created a $40,000 endowment for dents to study abroad, Day said, Boulevard. the scholarship program, though and other times, they use the photo courtesy of the Ebell of Los Angeles In a courtyard pre-dinner cere- the money came with the stipula- money for living expenses or other Amanda Hyatt accepts her scholarship from the Ebell’s Director of mony, local officials and their rep- tion that men be included as schol- needs. Scholarship Judith Day and President Ginger Barnard on Sept. 12. resentatives praised the 125-year- arship recipients as well. As of “Some students have to pay fees, old organization, which was found- 2019, the program has given away some have to buy books, some have ed by and mostly consists of more than 4,000 grants totaling to buy food,” Day said. “Whatever “I feel like I’m part of the family pursue higher education and make women, for its philanthropy and more than $9 million, the Ebell’s it is they need to stay in school, now. I feel like if there’s something an impact. long-tenured success. Director of Scholarship Judith Day that’s what it goes to.” going on, I could call someone and When awarding a City Council “Whether it’s supporting the arts, said. The scholarship program offers ask them questions,” Hariri said. resolution to the Ebell, Ryu praised empowering new voices and fresh “Every time I say that, it kind of more than just money, however. Ebell Scholar Mia Moreno, an the program and encouraged the ideas, or helping those suffering blows my mind,” she added. Ebell Scholar Navid Hariri, an anthropology major at Santa scholarship recipients to give back from homelessness, the Ebell has The Ebell Scholars, who are cho- information systems major at Monica College who hopes to to the community. been our city’s oldest and most last- sen based on their academic perfor- California State University, attend medical school, agreed that “The recipients tonight will join ing force for good,” said Los mance, personal character and Northridge, said the scholarship the money is very helpful, allowing the ranks of some of the greatest Angeles City Councilman David demonstrated need, can keep their made paying for school easier, but it her to “focus more on my education minds and leaders in Los Angeles Ryu, 4th District. scholarship – which is $5,000 for has other benefits as well. rather than having to worry and history,” Ryu said. “So no pressure stress about financial [concerns].” to the scholarship recipients, but we “It’s also an awesome network- look forward to all of what you will ing opportunity to meet like- do and everything you will accom- minded people. And also, this is plish, but more importantly, what Native-American artists to perform at L.A. funded by women, so to have that you will do to give back to your support system is awesome,” community and to the Ebell and to Moreno said. the city.” Indigenous Peoples Day celebration To celebrate the scholarship pro- With a strong track record of suc- NBC’s “The Voice” finalist and Native-American and Italian- uniting our community,” PJ Vegas gram’s century mark, the Ebell cess, Day said she thinks the pro- pop singer Brooke Simpson, MTV American communities, the City said. gathered stories from as many past gram shows no signs of slowing Video Music Award winner PJ Council voted in August 2017 to Grand Park is located at 200 N. recipients that could be located. down anytime soon. Vegas and acclaimed Native- establish Indigenous Peoples Day Spring St. For information, visit More than 100 people dating back “I have no doubt the women of American rock group Redbone will as the second Monday in October. facebook.com/events/68460516196 almost 60 years responded with the Ebell will keep this going take the stage at the second annual Since Los Angeles replaced 6415. how the program allowed them to another hundred years,” Day said. Indigenous Peoples Day celebration Columbus Day with Indigenous at Grand Park. The event is set to Peoples Day in 2017, other large take place at 4 p.m. on Oct. 13 on cities such as Detroit, Tulsa and the stage next to the Spring Street Long Beach followed, and cities steps of City Hall. that have adopted resolutions to Los Angeles City Councilman declare the second Monday in Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, who October as Indigenous Peoples Day is joined by the Los Angeles include Berkeley, San Francisco, City/County Native American Denver, Seattle, Anchorage, Indian Commission as co-collabo- Portland, Albuquerque, rators on the event, said the organiz- Minneapolis and Santa Cruz. ers are using this platform to focus On a state level, New Mexico, on the theme “Past, Present and South Dakota and New Hampshire Future,” with a call to action for also celebrate Indigenous Peoples state and federal lawmakers to Day. replace Columbus Day with “Our community has fought hard Indigenous Peoples Day. for this annual celebration and for “I am thrilled to work with PJ this platform to uplift the issues, tal- Vegas and Redbone once again on ent and contributions of Native this very special event for the Americans in Los Angeles,” said Native American community in Los Chrissie Castro, chair of the Los Angeles,” O’Farrell said. “The Angeles City-County Native addition of Brooke Simpson will American Indian Commission. also help amplify our message that “Through this event, we are paying we must take this movement to the tribute to the city and nation’s first next level and inspire the entire peoples, the Tongva, and rejecting country to affect change in their the violent, genocidal man that is communities.” Columbus.” In collaboration with countless Vegas, son of Redbone member Native community leaders, Pat Vegas, said he is “looking for- O’Farrell, a member of the ward to taking the stage once again Wyandotte Nation, led the initiative with my father for this historic to replace Columbus Day with event.” Indigenous Peoples Day during his “Redbone’s message is all about first term in office. After numerous ‘love and music,’ and this is a per- hearings with members of both the fect theme for an event aimed at Public banking act lands on Newsom’s desk

On Sept. 13, Assembly Bill 857, conversation by embracing a public authored by Assemblyman Miguel banking option,” Santiago said. Santiago (D-Los Angeles) and “AB 857 will empower communi- Assemblyman David Chiu (D-San ties to use public dollars for their Francisco) passed a full vote in the own public good: from investing in Senate and concurrence in the affordable housing projects and Assembly. It now heads to Gov. building new schools and parks to Gavin Newsom for his signature. accessible loans for students and “California is starting a national businesses.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 September 19, 2019 WeHo wins national communications awards

On Sept. 5, the city of West Excellence honors. The first recog- service announcement, Hollywood was honored with four nition was for the promotional “Recreational Reefer Madness.” awards recognizing excellence in video “I Sing the Body West West Hollywood has been at the communications by the City- Hollywood,” which was created by forefront of the national discussion County Communications and former West Hollywood Poet about decriminalizing the use of Marketing Association. Laureate Kim Dower in homage to cannabis, and the PSA addressed The awards were presented at Walt Whitman’s “I Sing the Body issues of where and how to buy and 3CMA’s Savvy Awards, which was Electric.” The judges called it an use cannabis in the city, as well as held in conjunction with 3CMA’s “innovative piece with unique sto- misunderstandings regarding pub- 31st annual conference in Denver, rytelling and beautiful graphics. lic consumption and of state laws and recognize the communications Great job on combining lyrics and regarding driving under the influ- and outreach efforts of local gov- animations … the video not only ence. ernments throughout the United tells the story but makes you feel as For information, visit 3cma.org, States. if you know the city, even if you or contact Lisa Marie Belsanti, “The city of West Hollywood have never been there.” West Hollywood’s director of com- photo by Jon Viscott/courtesy of the city of West Hollywood raises our creativity to new levels to The second Award of Excellence munications, at (323)848-6378, or West Hollywood was honored for its outreach and communications in effectively communicate our mes- recognized the city’s video public email [email protected]. Denver on Sept. 5. sages to a variety of audiences across multiple platforms,” West Hollywood Mayor John D’Amico said. “I’m thrilled to see that City of Beverly Hills Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative 3CMA has, with these four awards, Declaration for the La Brea Subarea Well and Transmission Main embraced the culture and diversity of our community as we tell the sto- Project ries of our city.” PROJECT: La Brea Subarea Well and Transmission Main Project 3CMA conferred its digital inter- PROJECT LOCATION: Los Angeles and Beverly Hills active Savvy Award for Overall Website to the City of West Hollywood for weho.org, the city’s official website. In 2017, the city The City of Beverly Hills (City) as the Lead Agency has prepared a Draft Initial Study and Mitigated Negative embarked on a year-long process of Declaration (IS/MND) for the La Brea Subarea Well and Transmission Main Project (project), pursuant to the California redesigning its website. Every facet Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requirements. The proposed project would include the construction of a groundwa- of the design was meant to meet the ter production well in the La Brea Subarea, the rehabilitation of existing (inactive) 18- and 24-inch pipelines, and the needs of its audience while project- ing the heart and soul of the city. In connection of the rehabilitated pipelines to a newly constructed raw water transmission main with a diameter of 16- presenting the award, one of the inches (collectively referred to as the “proposed transmission main”). The proposed transmission main would connect judges noted, “The city of WeHo the proposed production well to the City’s existing Foothill Water Treatment Plant (WTP) for treatment and supply. The continues to show other cities how project will support improvement of local water supply reliability for the City by developing up to 1,700 acre feet per it’s done! This is one of the best websites I have seen in a long year (AFY) of new potable water supply. While there may be a need to develop additional wells in the area to accom- time.” plish the proposed water production goal, the location and timing of any such wells is unknown at this time. The pro- The city’s One City One Pride posed project would be located within two jurisdictions; the City of Beverly Hills and the City of Los Angeles. LGBTQ Arts Festival marketing materials took home the nation’s The City has prepared an Initial Study to provide the public, trustee and responsible agencies with information about top city/county award for Graphic Design Marketing Tools. the potential effects on the local and regional environment associated with the proposed project. The IS/MND describes The city of West Hollywood was potentially significant impacts on biological resources, cultural resources, geology, soils, and seismicity, hazards and also awarded two 3CMA Award of hazardous materials, noise, transportation, and wildfire. Mitigation measures have been identified for these environ- mental topics to reduce impacts to less than significant levels. Effects found to be less than significant and those with no environmental impacts are also described in the IS/MND. The IS/MND concludes that the project will not have a sig- Emmy-winning nificant effect on the environment. The City will consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for this project.

Public Comment on Draft IS/MND: A 30-day public review period for the Draft IS/MND will begin on September 23, journalist Cokie 2019. Written comments will be accepted by the City until 5:00 p.m. on October 23, 2019. The City will consider the adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration at a regularly scheduled meeting following the 30-day review period. Roberts mourned Comments may be submitted in writing to:

Many in the community are Department of Public Works- Engineering Division mourning the death of journalist Attention: Tristan Malabanan, P.E., Project Manager Cokie Roberts, who died on Sept. 345 Foothill Road 17 at the age of 75. Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Born Mary Martha Corinne Morrison Claiborne Boggs in New Email: [email protected] Orleans on Dec. 27, 1943, she was nicknamed “Cokie” by her older Or by phone to: brother. Roberts began her career in Phone: (310) 285-2467 (BH Public Works Customer Service). radio as a foreign correspondent for CBS in the 1970s and later covered politics for National Public Radio Copies of the Notice of Intent to Adopt an IS/MND and the Draft IS/MND are available for review the following loca- in 1978. tions: While at NPR, Roberts along with colleagues Linda Wertheimer, Beverly Hills Public Works Building Beverly Hills Public Library Nina Totenberg and Susan Stamberg became known as the 345 Foothill Road 444 North Rexford Drive NPR Founding Mothers when they Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 organized the network with AFTRA, resulting in a union con- Palms-Ranch Park Branch Library Fairfax Branch Library tract for on-air hosts/correspon- 2920 Overland Avenue 161 S. Gardner Street dents, and is still in effect today with SAG-AFTRA covering more Los Angeles CA, 90064 Los Angeles CA, 90036 than 500 employees. She would remain an NPR journalist for 10 The Draft IS/MND is also available on the City’s website at: http://www.beverlyhills.org/lcwell years before moving to ABC News in 1988, where she worked for three decades. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Beverly Hills will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with dis- “Cokie Roberts was the news abilities. If you require special assistance, please call (310) 285-2467 (voice) or (310) 285-6881 (TTY). Providing at least forty-eight reporter of her generation, breaking (48) hours advance notice will help to ensure availability of services. glass ceilings and paving the way for women in broadcasting,” SAG- AFTRA President Gabrielle Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Beverly Hills will make reasonable Carteris said. efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you require special assistance, please call Roberts is survived by her hus- band, fellow journalist Steven (310) 285-2467 (voice) or (310) 285-6881 (TTY). Providing at least forty-eight (48) hours Roberts, her two children and six advance notice will help to ensure availability of services. grandchildren. 8 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Lane closures planned near Wilshire/San Vicente PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Metro construction continues on the Purple Line Extension project, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood His- with work occurring at many loca- tions along the route. toric Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing to Construction in Beverly Hills consider the following item: progresses toward the future Wilshire/Rodeo and Wilshire/La LOCATIONS: 9157-9163 SUNSET Cienega subway stations. BOULEVARD, Eastbound Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced to one lane between West Hollywood, California Hamilton Drive and San Vicente Boulevard on Saturday, Sept. 21, REQUEST: Review of an application for a from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Through traf- cultural resource designation. fic at San Vicente Boulevard will be maintained, and motorists will be able to access driveways along the PERMIT(S): Cultural Resource Designation, route. and any other required permits. Near the Metro construction staging yard near Wilshire APPLICANT(S): Andrew Goodrich; Architectural Boulevard and Canon Drive, a new photo courtesy of Metro Resources Group traffic signal is being installed to Two machines will tunnel toward Beverly Hills from the Wilshire/La Brea address traffic impacts caused by a staging yard and future subway station. closure of Canon Drive just north TIME/PLACE Special Meeting, of Wilshire Boulevard. The Canon Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Drive closure will be in place Through Sunday, Oct. 6, Wilshire A new work zone will be in place OF HEARING: at 7:00 p.m. Boulevard will be reduced to two on Wilshire Boulevard on the west through at least September 2021. Plummer Park Community Motorists will not be able to access lanes in each direction between San side of the intersection with Canon from Wilshire Boulevard. Diego Way and La Jolla Avenue for Rimpau Boulevard. Barriers will be Center, Rooms 1 and 2 Pedestrian access will be main- utility and tunnel investigation. placed between traffic lanes and the 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard tained on both sides of Canon Excavation, hauling and station work zone, which is anticipated to West Hollywood, CA 90046 Drive. construction also continues near be in place for 10-12 months. Beginning on Sept. 23, piling Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced work is expected to begin on the Avenue and may require intermit- to two lanes in each direction ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) north side of Wilshire Boulevard tent closures of Ogden Drive at between Muirfield Road and June between Beverly and Crescent Wilshire Boulevard. The closures Street. ENVIRONMENTAL Drives. Piling involves drilling and are needed to support deck panel Excavation, concrete and street STATUS: Categorically exempt from the installing steel beams around the maintenance and investigations in maintenance work is also occurring provisions of the California En- perimeter of the future underground the Wilshire/Fairfax station area. near Wilshire/Western, where twin station to provide support during Hauling, deliveries and tunneling tunneling machines were disman- vironmental Quality Act (CEQA), excavation. support is also ongoing near tled, removed from the ground and pursuant to Section §15331 Prior to drilling, Wilshire Wilshire/La Brea. Intermittent lane transported to the Wilshire/La Brea (Historic Resource Restora- Boulevard will be reconfigured to closures may occur along Wilshire staging yard. Extended 24-hour tion/Rehabilitation) two lanes in each direction between Boulevard between Highland work hours in the staging yards is Beverly and Crescent drives. A K- Avenue and Detroit Street. expected to continue in October for rail barrier will be in place until the Tunneling support is also occurring the installation of tunnel segments. The staff report will be available on Thursday, September work is completed in April 2020. at a work zone in the center of Single lane closures will occur 26, 2019 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the Hauling, excavation, instrumen- Wilshire Boulevard between intermittently between Western W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at tation and street restoration will Sycamore Avenue and Orange Avenue and Manhattan Place from www.weho.org also continue at the Wilshire/La Drive. Wilshire Boulevard will be 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday Cienega staging yard. Concrete intermittently reduced to one lane through Friday. and rebar deliveries to the La between Sycamore and Mansfield For questions and concerns, call IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited Cienega station box are occurring avenues. Sycamore Avenue may be the 24-hour project hotline at to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at and intermittent lane reductions, closed at Wilshire Boulevard to (213)922-6934, email the project the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written turn restrictions and sidewalk clo- support truck staging at the center team at [email protected], correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Historic sures may be necessary. opening. or visit metro.net. Preservation Commission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

Adams approved as LADWP general manager To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for The Los Angeles City Council checkout at the meeting. If you require special assistance unanimously confirmed Martin L. to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing Adams on Sept. 13 as general man- ager and chief engineer for the Los impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing Angeles Department of Water and to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 Power. hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hear- Adams has served as interim gen- ing impaired is (323) 848-6496. eral manager for LADWP since his appointment by the Los Angeles Board of Water and Power Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transporta- Commissioners on July 23. He was tion) may be provided upon written request to the Office of nominated to the post by Los Angeles the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For Mayor Eric Garcetti in June. information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO “My career at LADWP has lasted (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net about a third of the department’s existence,” Adam said. “To me, it’s a wonderful opportunity and a chal- photo courtesy of LADWP ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said lenge to be able to lead what is a fan- The Los Angeles City Council recently approved Martin L. Adams as Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. tastic organization of over 10,000 general manager and chief engineer for LADWP. employees who have helped the city For further information contact Roger Rath, Assistant become what it is today.” Adams is a 35-year veteran of the infrastructure. those plans and making sure we are Planner in the Planning and Development Services Depart- department and most recently During the nearly two month peri- fully aligned in our department, all ment at (323) 848-6475, or via email at: served as chief operating officer, od that Adams has served as interim pulling in the same direction,” [email protected] overseeing water and power opera- general manager of LADWP, the Adams said. “We’re going to get department’s board approved the where we need to be and to do so in tions. Before becoming COO, he led Yvonne Quarker the LADWP Water System as senior Eland solar and battery storage pro- a very responsible way, with sensi- assistant general manager oversee- ject, the largest in the U.S., helping tivity to our customers who foot the City Clerk to bolster L.A.’s renewable energy bill. I know we have a lot of chal- ing water infrastructure, water resources and quality. He helped portfolio. Adams said LADWP lenges ahead. We have a lot of things reduce Los Angeles’ water use by should be a leader in fighting cli- we do right at the department and nearly 20% through implementation mate change. some things we have to correct. We Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- of a water conservation ordinance. “We know where the future is have a great workforce and great Adams also oversaw the creation of leading us. We know we have to get capabilities. In the years ahead, I екта. Для дополнительной информации numerous rebates and programs for to where we have no fossil fuels in want to further hone that workforce на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. customers while also accelerating our system and focus on our local and keep pointing us in the direction LADWP’s replacement of aging water supply. We are working on that the city needs to go.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 September 19, 2019 County celebrates partnership with PATH Ventures

The Los Angeles County Hub, PATH Villas at Del Rey and annual Jazz Night acknowledged Development Authority recently Winnetka Senior Apartments – efforts the agency has made to joined PATH Ventures in celebrat- developments for which LACDA combat homelessness and empha- ing its 14th annual Jazz Night at has funded $3.3 million in con- sized the value of collaborative The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage. struction and permanent financing work. The LACDA was honored for its – have provided onsite supportive “Our first project with PATH partnership and dedication in pro- housing services. Currently, there Ventures was completed in 2002, viding financial assistance to are three projects in the pipeline – and our passion to end generational developments supporting formerly PATH Villas at South Gate, PATH poverty was as strong then as it is photo by Edwin Folven homeless individuals with housing. Villas Montclair and West Carson now,” said LACDA Executive The LACDA and PATH Villas. The LACDA is committing Director Monique King-Viehland. Ventures continue to expand their $23.5 million to the upcoming pro- “We are grateful to be accompa- reach and give individuals and jects and once completed, the nied by such passionate and innov- New signal makes crossing safer families experiencing homeless- LACDA and PATH Ventures will ative partners.” ness an opportunity to move into have partnered on a total produc- Proceeds from the evening will People can more safely cross Sept. 25 at Sixth Street and affordable, permanent supportive tion of 432 housing units. The support PATH Ventures. For infor- Sixth Street at Spaulding Avenue Spaulding Avenue. housing. The Metro Community recognition of LACDA at the mation, visit epath.org. using a new crosswalk with a pedestrian-activated traffic signal that stops vehicles in both direc- tions. The Los Angeles Department of Transportation installed the new high-intensity activated crosswalk beacon, known as HAWK, on Aug. 28. The signal stops motorists with a solid red light and uses a count- down timer to let pedestrians know how long they have to cross. The crosswalk links a sidewalk running along the south side of Park La Brea with the park surrounding the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum. LADOT and city offi- cials are planning a formal dedica- tion of the crosswalk at 8 a.m. on Volunteers to remove trash during Coastal Cleanup Day

The nonprofit Heal the Bay’s 30th annual Coastal Cleanup Day occurs on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at numerous Los Angeles County beaches, rivers, parks and other locations. More than 10,000 volunteers have committed, yet the organization is seeking more to remove trash and debris at over 70 sites. Members of the public can enjoy the outdoors while meeting others, beautifying communities and improving the environment. Heal the Bay is also hosting a sock drive in support of people experiencing homelessness. Volunteers are encouraged to bring clean new and gently used socks to cleanup sites in Santa Monica. The socks will be donated to West Coast Care. Last year, 13,464 participants col- lected 29.8 tons of debris on “Coastal Cleanup Day.” Cigarette butts and single-use plastic beverage and food packaging were among the most frequently found items. Cleanup sites will be located along the Los Angeles coastline and Los Angeles River. For information and to register, visit healthebay.org.

photo courtesy of Heal the Bay Volunteers of all ages are expect- ed to participate in the annual Coastal Cleanup Day.

10 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Sohigian to lead Beverly Hills Bar Association

Attorney Michael R. Sohigian BHBA for 11 years, is a sole prac- will be installed as president of the titioner with more than 25 years of Beverly Hills Bar Association at experience in civil litigation in the organization’s annual Southern California with particular Installation and Awards Dinner at emphasis in the areas of insurance 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 26 at the Four coverage, employment, real estate Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at and public licensing. He is a former Beverly Hills. member of the executive commit- Sohigian, along with his fellow tees of the California State Bar’s board of governors officers, offi- Solo and Small Firm Section and cers of the BHBA Barristers (the the Litigation Section, for which he newer lawyers’ section of the Bar has co-authored the Insurance Law Association) and the Beverly Hills chapter of the Section’s “California Bar Foundation (the charitable Litigation Review” for the past six photo courtesy of the BHBA affiliate of the BHBA) will be years. He is also a published author Michael Sohigian and other BHBA sworn in by his father, retired Los in the areas of probate litigation, officers will be installed on Sept. 26. Angeles Superior Court Judge insurance coverage, civil procedure Ronald M. Sohigian. In addition, and First Amendment law. four BHBA volunteer service Sohigian holds a J.D. from Angeles at Beverly Hills is located awards will be presented to bar Hastings College of the Law and an at 300 S. Doheny Drive, Los association members for their out- A.B. from UC-Berkeley. Angeles. For tickets or information, standing service. Tickets to the dinner are $315. call (310)601-2422, or visit Sohigian, a member of the The Four Seasons Hotel Los bhba.org.

photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Ringo Starr’s “Peace and Love” statue will be on display in Beverly Gardens Park. Ringo Starr brings ‘Peace and Love’ to Beverly Hills park

By Kate Dietel decided to place the sculpture in Beverly Gardens Park. The sculpture “Peace and Hedging will be installed Love” by Ringo Starr has found a behind the sculpture to obscure its permanent home in Beverly view from the back. Starr wants Gardens Park. to prevent the statue from being The Beverly Hills City Council used in an insulting manner. In agreed to put the stainless steel the U.K., the backwards peace statue at the southwest corner of sign is considered an obscene the section of the park between gesture. Beverly and Canon drives during “I think this will allow for its Sept. 10 study session. appropriate interaction with the The council previously accept- community,” Councilman Robert ed the sculpture from Starr during Wunderlich said. its May 7 meeting, and at the June Starr is covering the cost of the 18 meeting, it was recommended sculpture, base, relocation and that the sculpture be installed on installation, though the city will City Hall grounds. However, the be responsible for the engineering city decided the sculpture should of the base and installation of the be installed elsewhere after hedging material. The hedges and receiving public input during the engineering costs for the base will Aug. 6 meeting. not exceed $10,000. The Arts and Culture “This turned into one of those Commission, Recreation and Shakespeare ‘All’s Well That Parks and Cultural Heritage Ends Well’ situations,” Mayor Commission met on Aug. 22 and John Mirisch said. Federal bill will provide more access to parks, public land Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D- “For too many working families, CA) has joined Rep. Steve Stivers accessing our nation’s parks, public (R-OH) and Sen. Cory Booker (D- lands and green spaces presents a NJ) in introducing bipartisan legis- host of unique challenges and barri- Sept. 29 - 7:30 pm Sept. 30 10:30 am lation to improve equitable access ers, including limited economic to parks, public lands, water and mobility to a lack of public trans- green spaces. portation options,” Gomez said. H.R. 4273 – the Transit to Trails “Everyone, regardless of their Oct. 8 - 7:30 pm Oct. 9 10:30 am Act – directs the U.S. Department income or zip code, should be able of Transportation to establish the to enjoy all of the natural beauty Transit to Trails Grant program, and splendor our country has to which will fund accessible trans- offer, from our national parks and portation systems in critically monuments to our neighborhood underserved communities. parks and playgrounds. Not only According to the Wilderness will the Transit to Trails Act ensure Society, a lack of transportation these special places are readily Be with us on Shabbat every Friday night for blessings, options dissuades many families available to all, but it will also help homemade chicken soup, friendships & tradition. Kindly RVSP from visiting public lands. By prior- underserved and marginalized com- itizing areas with a high need for munities take part in the education- transportation options, the Transit al, health and enrichment opportu- to Trails Act ensures that public nities associated with the outdoors.” lands can be accessed by everyone, For information, visit Gomez said. gomez.house.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 September 19, 2019 Cedars’ Demo Day showcases innovation Safety enhancements debut Cedars-Sinai Medical Center class. Cedars-Sinai invests Inpatient Specialty Program. recently highlighted innovations $100,000 in each company, giving Additional participants were on Rosewood Avenue from its Accelerator Program at it a stake in the business and a Lantum, a London-based company Demo Day on Sept. 12 at the Wallis chance to net an investment profit if that develops software for schedul- Annenberg Center for Performing they are eventually bought by a ing hospital staff; AMPAworks, a Arts. larger healthcare entity. team of nurses, doctors, pharma- Representatives from 11 compa- Feedtrail, a firm in this year’s cists and engineers working on nies throughout the United States accelerator class, sells software for healthcare inventory-management; and Europe participated in the surveying patient satisfaction. The ClinicianNexus, a platform allow- three-month Accelerator Program, company already has 43 healthcare ing health systems to specify their in which they received mentorship systems in the U.S. and Europe as needs for interns and residents in from Cedars-Sinai doctors, clients. specific fields; FocusMotion researchers and business leaders. “One thing we had not had a ton Health, which assesses and moni- The goal is to accelerate bringing of experience with prior to this was tors orthopaedic patients before and new health technology to market implementing our platform across after surgery; and Hawthorne and ensure Cedars-Sinai is on the large health systems. With size Effect, which has developed a vir- leading edge of new technologies. comes complexity,” said Paul tual platform to track patient data in During Demo Day, the companies Jaglowski, chief executive and co- clinical trials. Also included were pitched their products to investors founder of Feedtrail. “It’s meant a Notisphere, which created a digital and healthcare executives. lot [to have] the opportunity to real- platform to help hospitals and med- Each technology addresses a cur- ly pick the leadership team’s brains ical supply companies manage photo by Michael Schneider/courtesy of Mid City West Community Council Earlier this month, the Los Angeles Department of Transportation rent challenge in healthcare. here at Cedars-Sinai.” recalls and Virti, which uses virtual installed yellow bollards at the intersection of Rosewood and La Brea Among the innovations presented Feedtrail’s system, which sends and augmented reality coupled with avenues. While bicyclists may cross the intersection on Rosewood was an improved hospital inventory survey questions to patients’ smart- artificial intelligence to virtually Avenue, cars must turn right onto La Brea Avenue. method, an advanced platform for phones or tablets with the goal of transport physicians and students The bollards, as well as the bicycle-friendly traffic signals, aim to healthcare staff scheduling, a getting immediate replies that into difficult clinical environments make the intersection more bicycle-friendly as part of the Mid City “smart” brace for knee replacement health care providers can act on so they can train for emergency West Community Council’s plan to create more greenways in the patients and a new tissue-separa- quickly, is being tested in Cedars- response. area, said Scott Epstein, the council’s chair. Epstein said it’s tion instrument for pathologists. Sinai’s emergency department, For information, visit csaccelera- “thrilling” to see tangible progress being made on a project that the “The potential that technology imaging operations and the tor.com. council has been working on since 2013. has to affect a lot of patients and to broadly improve care is really exciting,” said Anne Wellington, managing director of the Cedars- Sinai Accelerator. “Many of the solutions that we work with through the accelerator have the potential to improve care for our patients at Cedars-Sinai and then throughout the broader healthcare community, both in the U.S. and internationally.” Forty-seven companies have graduated from the Accelerator Program, which is housed in a building on Beverly Boulevard across from the hospital. The com- panies have raised $200 million in investment and hired more than 375 people, and their products and ser- vices have been used worldwide. Wellington said she typically receives approximately 400 appli- cants for the program, which accepts approximately 10 for each New member appointed to First Five California commission Gov. Gavin Newsom has appoint- ed Mayra E. Alvarez, 38, of Los Angeles, to the First Five California Children and Families Commission. Alvarez has been president of the Children’s Partnership since 2015. She was director of the State Exchange Group for the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services from 2014 to 2015, and served as associate direc- tor of the Office of Minority Health at the U.S. Department of Human Services from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, Alvarez was a leg- islative assistant for U.S. Sen. Richard J. Durbin from 2007 to 2010 and for U.S. Congresswoman Hilda L. Solis from 2006 to 2007. She was a legislative fellow for then-U.S. Sen. Barack Obama from 2005 to 2006. The position does not require state Senate confirmation and there is no compensation. 12 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press L.A. Zoo director joins AZA board of directors Denise M. Verret, CEO and species across the world. The zoos and achieve the highest standards director of the Los Angeles Zoo and other facilities serve more than of excellence. I am proud to repre- and Botanical Gardens, was sworn 195 million visitors, welcome more sent the Los Angeles Zoo in this in as an elected member of the than 12 million students on educa- national leadership role.” Association of Zoos and tion field trips, contribute $22.5 bil- Verret’s election to the AZA Aquariums Board of Directors on lion to the U.S. economy and sup- board comes shortly after her con- Sept. 10 for a three-year term. port 208,000 jobs. firmation on June 28 by the Los The AZA Board of Directors is “I’m deeply humbled by the Angeles City Council as the L.A. comprised of a chair, three execu- opportunity to serve the member- Zoo’s chief executive officer and tive officers and nine board mem- ship in this capacity as we continue director. Verret currently oversees bers. They are involved in every our work to save wildlife from the well-being of more than 1,400 aspect of the national organization, extinction and maximize our col- animals and nearly two million vis- including accreditation, ethics, ani- lective impact,” Verret said. “The itors each year while leading the mal welfare and conservation. Each Association of Zoos and zoo’s efforts in conservation. The year, AZA accredited facilities con- Aquariums and its member organi- Los Angeles Zoo is located at 5333 tribute $230 million to conserva- zations are the trusted source for Zoo Drive. For information, call tion projects that help protect animal welfare and conservation (323)644-4200, or visit lazoo.org.

photo by Edwin Folven Los Angeles City Hall and the pylons at LAX will be lit in teal for the third year during Ovarian Cancer Awarness Month. City raises awareness about impacts of ovarian cancer Los Angeles City Hall will be Memarzadeh and ovarian cancer illuminated in teal colored lights survivors. In addition to City through Sept. 20 to raise aware- Hall, the pylons at Los Angeles ness about ovarian cancer. For International Airport were also the third consecutive year, Los illuminate with teal lights. Angeles city council members Ovarian cancer is one of the Paul Koretz, 5th District; Nury deadliest gynecologic cancers. Martinez, 6th District; and More than 22,000 women are Monica Rodriguez, 7th District; diagnosed each year, and the dis- also co-hosted a special presen- ease has a 50% mortality rate. tation on ovarian cancer aware- Women whose ovarian cancer is ness in City Council chambers treated and goes into remission on Sept. 18. The presentation still face a 50 percent chance of recognized the work of the non- recurrence. Ovarian cancer can profit Ovarian Cancer Circle occur in women of any age. Inspired by Robin Babbini, as For information and resources, well as UCLA gynecologic visit theovariancancercircle.org. oncologist Dr. Sanaz Board of Supervisors supports federal bill on immigration policy

The Los Angeles County Board Kuehl, 3rd District. “This board of Supervisors voted on Sept. 10 to must do everything in our power to support the Protecting Families and block the Trump White House from Improving Immigration Procedures continuing, much less expanding, Act, a bill introduced by Sen. these despicable practices that are Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) to address just the opposite of decency, and issues in U.S. immigration policy. American and human values.” One component of the bill would The Protecting Families and safeguard the Flores Agreement Improving Immigration Procedures from efforts by the Trump adminis- Act would provide more judges to tration to terminate it. The Flores help clear a backlog of immigration Agreement is a court settlement that court cases. Funding in the bill prevents the prolonged detention of would allow for the hiring of 75 children and requires basic humane judge teams, each of which would conditions during detention. include one judge and two or three “The inhumane treatment of staff members. immigrants at the border is creating The bill would also end family lasting psychological harm,” separation by prohibiting the sepa- Feinstein said. “It’s heartbreaking ration of families at the border that children fleeing violence are unless good cause is determined by subjected to further trauma by being a state official or a child welfare ripped away from their families and expert and would protect children in held in unsanitary conditions for court by providing them with coun- extended periods of time.” sel in immigration hearings. “Among the many inhumane and Additionally, the bill would restore devastating actions taken by the cur- judicial flexibility by allowing rent federal administration, the poli- judges to prioritize cases most likely cies that separate children from their to require a courtroom resolution. parents, inflicting physical and psy- Judges would be able to focus chological harm on whole families, efforts on cases where visas aren’t is among the worst,” said Los available and deportation hearings Angeles County Supervisor Sheila are necessary. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 September 19, 2019 Letters to the Editor CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Mayor debuts PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Beverly Hills office poses new incentives that would new app to boost the affordable housing sup- of innovation would ply. On the other hand, City NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood His- Councilman Mitch O’Farrell pro- toric Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing to enhance be a waste of money poses a variety of bans to further consider the following item: restrict the places where homeless Re “Beverly Hills wants to people can spend the night with- LOCATIONS: 9015 SUNSET BOULEVARD, focus on innovation,” Sept. 12 out being harassed by the police. cybersecurity issue These two approaches to solving West Hollywood, California Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti the housing problem are like night has launched the LA Cyber Lab’s Message to Councilmen Gold, and day. REQUEST: Cultural resource designation Threat Intelligence Sharing Wunderlich and Vice Mayor Schiff seeks positive means for for Rainbow Bar & Grill. Platform and a free mobile applica- Friedman regarding a potential resolving a tough problem. On the office of innovation to encourage other hand, O’Farrell offers only tion to detect malicious email. The PERMIT(S): Cultural Resource Designation, release makes Los Angeles the first “new ideas.” negatives. city in the United States to release How about the three of you get Wouldn’t it be much better if he and any other required permits. such a platform and app. together after work, say, and had included some positives – ways to help the misfortunate “Public safety in the 21st century think of ways NOT to spend the APPLICANT(S): city’s tax dollars unnecessarily? souls among us? Historic Resources Group isn’t just about protecting our phys- ical streets and neighborhoods, we Imagine, if you will, all the George Epstein need to protect the digital presence offices which could explore city TIME/PLACE Special Meeting Detroit Street that is part of everyday life for our practices, processes and equip- Wednesday, October 2, 2019 residents and businesses,” Garcetti ment that do not need to exist; OF HEARING: at 7:00 p.m. said. “The Threat Intelligence count all the offices and bureaus and personnel, well in place, Kudos for article on Plummer Park Community Sharing Platform and mobile app Center, Rooms 1 and 2 will advance the LA Cyber Lab’s already tasked with doing what artistry of people work that has made our city a you believe might be worth 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard national cybersecurity model, all doing; and consider all members with Parkinson’s West Hollywood, CA 90046 while better defending Angelenos of the community, and the city staff, from whom you want to from cyber threats.” ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) To make the platform as accessi- hear. Re “Exhibit illustrates artistic ble as possible, as well as encour- Which brings me to this point: talent of people with Parkinson’s age information sharing, the city stop wasting money. Sometimes, disease,” Sept. 12 issue ENVIRONMENTAL partnered with the Rosslyn Group less is more. STATUS: Categorically exempt from the top create a mobile application. The I would like to thank you so S.R. Willen much for the wonderful coverage provisions of the California En- app allows anyone to submit suspi- vironmental Quality Act (CEQA), cious emails to the Cyber Lab for Beverly Hills you’ve given to Parkinson’s analysis. The lab will then compare Community Los Angeles. The pursuant to Section §15331 the evidence against its threat data. Approaches to article is so well written and gives (Historic Resource Restora- After analyzing the information, the a perfect overview of what our organization is about. It not only tion/Rehabilitation) Cyber Lab reports the risk severity homeless housing back to the user and will also flag promotes the art show and artists, larger threat campaigns in the area, are different as but it’s informative for the public The staff report will be available on Thursday, September giving individuals and businesses a about Parkinson’s disease. So 26, 2019 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the better understanding of active ‘night and day’ many people have misinformation W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at threats. about it. Re “L.A. City Council consid- My hope is that one of your www.weho.org Garcetti previously created a cyber intrusion command center to ers banning street sleeping,” readers who struggles with this coordinate cybersecurity prepara- Sept. 12 issue disease will see that they aren’t IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited tion across city departments so that, alone and reach out to us. to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at for the first time, all departments The Beverly Press reports on Judy Yaras the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written were working together to thwart recent news regarding affordable Vice president correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Historic attacks. In 2015, Mayor Garcetti and homeless housing in Los Parkinson’s Community launched the Integrated Security Angeles. Preservation Commission, via the Planning & Development Los Angeles Operations Center to coordinate the U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff pro- Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. cyber defense work being conduct- ed by the city, the Port of Los To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Angeles, Los Angeles International Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for Airport and the Los Angeles Garcetti announces new LADWP Department of Water and Power to checkout at the meeting. If you require special assistance improve information sharing and to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing protection. Office of Inspector General impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing Expanding on the ISOC’s work, to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 Garcetti launched the LA Cyber Mayor Eric Garcetti has in creating the Office of Inspector Lab in August 2017. The lab is a announced that the Los Angeles General from Dan Schnur, who for- hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hear- first-of-its-kind public-private part- Department of Water and Power merly served as chairman of the ing impaired is (323) 848-6496. nership that established a nonprofit will create an Office of Inspector California Fair Political Practices organization dedicated to protecting General as part of his DWP reform Commission and is an adjunct pro- Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transporta- the public and businesses from agenda to improve accountability fessor at the University of Southern cyber threats. The lab facilitates and and transparency. California’s Annenberg School of tion) may be provided upon written request to the Office of promotes innovation, education and The inspector general will be part Communications, the University of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For information sharing among Los of the DWP’s senior leadership California–Berkeley’s Institute of information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO Angeles’ public and private sectors. team, providing continuous review Governmental Studies and (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net The platform and app announced and oversight of contracting mat- Pepperdine University’s School of by the mayor on Sept. 17 are the lat- ters, whistleblower complaints, Public Policy. Schnur will conduct a est component of the city’s cyberse- ethics and other internal policies. 90-day review of LADWP’s internal ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said curity efforts. The LA Cyber Lab’s The office will be empowered to ini- processes and provide recommenda- Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. new Threat Intelligence Sharing tiate investigations and oversee the tions for incorporating the role of Platform was made possible by a $3 department’s Internal Audit inspector general. For further information contact Doug Vu, Senior Planner, million grant from the U.S. Division, Special Investigations Schnur will work with LADWP Department of Homeland Security. Unit and ethics compliance staff. General Manager Marty Adams, in the Planning & Development Services Department at The platform, developed in part- “In recent years, my office has Garcetti, Galperin, the City Council, (323) 848-6475; or via email at: [email protected] nership with IBM, collects cyber thoroughly reviewed the DWP’s LADWP ratepayer advocate and util- threats from city agencies, govern- operations and audited its training ity leadership to develop recommen- Yvonne Quarker ment partners and private business- institutes, payroll, health and pen- dations and hire an inspector general. City Clerk es that have volunteered to partici- sion benefits and multiple bank “I am committed to ensuring that pate. Data can anonymously be accounts. We have looked into the actions we take are not only prop- shared for analysis and compared dozens of fraud, waste and abuse er,but that the public is able to see with information from the plat- complaints and will continue our and rely on that,” Adams said. “The form’s existing community. The audits and investigations into the hiring of an inspector general will Cyber Lab will use the information utility,” L.A. Controller Ron give us a person whose sole job is to to generate threat intelligence and Galperin added. “I look forward to make certain we have adequate Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- trend analysis for all members, The working with the mayor to ensure checks and balances and stronger екта. Для дополнительной информации platform and app are free. To regis- that the Office of Inspector General internal oversight. We will do this ter, visit lacyberlab.org. The app is increases transparency and account- right and in a way that works suc- на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. available for download from the ability at the DWP.” cessfully within the DWP and City Apple and Google Play stores. The LADWP will receive advice Charter framework.” 14 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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grand theft in the 9000 block of At 1:50 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Sunset at 6:30 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near petty theft in the 6200 block of W. P OLICE B LOTTER the corner of Yucca and Vine. Third at 12:50 p.m. At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 8500 An unknown suspect committed a At 1:25 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Santa Monica. grand theft in the 6300 block of robbed a victim in the 6200 block Santa Monica at 3 p.m. of Santa Monica. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Sept. 13 areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 8 and Sept. 15. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- At 1:45 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 100 petty theft in the 6100 block of ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los assaulted a victim in the 8800 block of S. Lucerne. Hollywood at 3 p.m. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles block of Santa Monica. County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and An unknown suspect committed a At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. An unknown suspect assaulted a petty theft in the 6300 block of W. assaulted a victim in the 7600 victim near the corner of Hilldale Third at 6 p.m. block of Melrose.

An unknown suspect stole a vehi- and Sunset at 2:25 a.m. Beverly Hills Police At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- cle parked in the 100 block of S. burglarized a vehicle parked in the cle parked in the 8200 block of W. Palm at 5:28 p.m. At 1:59 p.m., an unknown suspect Department 400 block of Hauser. Third at 9:30 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 8300

At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Santa Monica. Sept. 8 An unknown suspect committed a At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 400 An unknown suspect committed a grand theft near the corner of committed a burglary in the 1100 At 5:25 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Canon. petty theft in the 8300 block of Wilshire and Curson at 7 p.m. block of Cahuenga. committed a grand theft in the Santa Monica at 3 p.m. 9700 block of Wilshire. Sept. 14 At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect Sept. 14

At 11:45 p.m., an unknown sus- burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a At 3:50 p.m., an unknown suspect pect burglarized a vehicle parked 1800 block of N. Cahuenga. An unknown suspect assaulted a commercial burglary in the 9400 committed a grand theft in the 300 in the 8400 block of Melrose. victim near the corner of Selma block of Olympic at 9:43 p.m. block of N. Rodeo. An unknown suspect assaulted a and Wilcox at 2:30 a.m.

victim near the corner of Santa An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 14 Sept. 9 Monica and Western at 9:30 p.m. At 6 a.m., an unknown suspect residential burglary in the 100 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- stole a vehicle parked near the At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Almont at 9:30 p.m. cle parked in the 800 block of San Sept. 11 corner of Yucca and Las Palmas. committed a residential burglary in Vicente at 2 a.m. the 9200 block of Alden. At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- A suspect committed a theft in the assaulted a victim in the 100 block At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect pect assaulted a victim near the 6000 block of Hollywood at 11 a.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a of N. Canon. burglarized a vehicle parked in the corner of Hollywood and Vine. vehicle parked in the 200 block of 8400 block of Melrose. S. Hamel at 5 p.m. Sept. 15 An unknown suspect committed a

An unknown suspect assaulted a burglary in the 1200 block of Vine At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:13 a.m., an unknown sus- victim in the 7900 block of Santa at 2:48 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 300 pect was arrested for driving under Monica at 8:30 p.m. block of N. Camden. the influence of alcohol or drugs

near the corner of Santa Monica At 4:15 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- and Rexford. Sept. 15 committed a grand theft in the tim in the 9900 block of S. Santa 8400 block of Beverly. Monica at 8:09 p.m. An unknown suspect was arrest- At 2:20 a.m., an unknown suspect ed for driving under the influence committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 11:14 p.m., an unknown sus- of alcohol or drugs in the 100 8800 block of Santa Monica. cle parked in the 400 block of S. pect was arrested for driving under block of N. La Cienega at 12:54 Fuller at 4:35 p.m. the influence of alcohol or drugs a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- near the corner of Canon and tim in the 700 block of West Knoll At 5:25 p.m., an unknown suspect Dayton. at 2:38 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the West Hollywood 1800 block of N. Las Palmas. Sept. 10 Sheriff’s Station Los Angeles Police An unknown suspect committed a At 1:34 a.m., an unknown suspect Department burglary in the 400 block of S. Sept. 9 Sycamore at 5:30 p.m. was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs near Sept. 9 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect the corner of sunset and Roxbury. tim in the 8000 block of Santa An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a grand theft in the Monica at 12:25 a.m. 8000 block of Melrose. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- victim in the 6500 block of cle parked in the 300 block of Hollywood at 1:40 a.m. At 4:58 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a Moreno at 11 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7100 At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 4000 block of block of Hollywood. Leeward at 8:20 p.m. Sept. 11 committed a petty theft in the 6700

An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Hollywood. An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 1200 block of Sept. 12 petty theft in the 1200 block of S. Flores at 5:10 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a Rodeo at 9:30 a.m. burglary in the 900 block of S. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 8:45 p.m., an unknown suspect Sierra Bonita at 8:30 a.m. tim in the 7000 block of Sunset at At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- committed a petty theft in the 7100 9:50 a.m. pect committed a petty theft in the block of Santa Monica. At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect 400 block of N. Rexford. committed a burglary in the 900 At noon, an unknown suspect block of S. Ridgeley. committed a burglary in the 6000 Sept. 10 An unknown suspect committed a block of W. Third. An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 600 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a petty theft near the corner of Oakhurst at noon. vehicle parked in the 7100 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a Harold Way and Gower at 10:55 Santa Monica at 4:15 p.m. vehicle parked near the corner of a.m. At 1:27 p.m., an unknown suspect Melrose and Detroit at 12:30 pm. committed a petty theft in the 300 At 4:26 p.m., an unknown suspect At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Rodeo. committed a petty theft in the 7100 At 3:50 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a vehicle parked in the 4700 block of Santa Monica. burglarized a vehicle parked near block of Fourth. An unknown suspect committed a the corner of Argyle and Sunset. petty theft in the 200 block of S. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Robertson at 1:40 p.m. ing a domestic violence incident An unknown suspect stole a vehi- cle parked in the 5700 block of near the corner of Santa Monica cle parked in the 800 block of Cole Camerford at 3 p.m. and Formosa at 5:10 p.m. at 4 p.m. Sept. 12

At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 5200 committed a grand theft in the 400 burglarized a vehicle parked in the committed a grand theft in the 200 block of Melrose. block of N. Linden. 900 block of N. Fairfax. block of S. Manhattan.

An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 10 An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 11 petty theft in the 6200 block of petty theft in the 200 block of N. La At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 7:20 p.m. Peer at 4 p.m. At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the burglarized a vehicle parked in the 8500 block of Beverly. At 4:37 p.m., an unknown suspect 700 block of Ramage. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the burglarized a vehicle parked near 9100 block of Olympic. An unknown suspect assaulted a A suspect assaulted a victim during the corner of Cole and Willoughby. victim in the 1200 block of N. La a domestic violence incident in the An unknown suspect committed a Brea at 2 p.m. 6200 block of La Mirada at 2 a.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a grand theft in the 200 block of N. vehicle parked in the 300 block of KRAMER + DRESBEN Palm at 8:30 p.m. At 3:10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4:25 a.m., an unknown suspect N. Fairfax at 8 p.m. committed a burglary in the 7400 committed a grand theft in the Stephen W. Kramer Sept. 13 block of Santa Monica. 1600 block of Taft. Sept. 13 5858 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 205 At 11 a.m., a vandalism incident Sept. 12 An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:40 a.m., an unknown sus- Los Angeles, CA 90036 was reported in the 900 block of vehicle parked in the 700 block of pect committed a grand theft in the Hillcrest. An unknown suspect committed a Vine at 6 a.m. 6700 block of Hollywood. (323)964-7100 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 September 19, 2019 Best Girl at Ace Hotel DTLA

James Beard and Michelin alcohol beverages round out Clay star-winning chef Michael Wendel’s beverage list. ACimarusti returns to down- Fun fall cocktails include an “Indi town Los Angeles with Best Girl Rose” made with gin, rose water and located at the luxury boutique Ace sweet vermouth. The “LA Hotel DTLA. Cimarusti is known Intervention” is a tequila-based for his acclaimed restaurants cocktail with a citrusy pample- Providence and Connie and Ted’s. mousse liqueur, and the “Osaka Best Girl is an ideal pre-theater Sour” is made with Iwai Blue Label or downtown Los Angeles dining whisky and spiced plum wine syrup. venue, offering a relaxed vibe and By Jill Weinlein Thick grilled slices of Bub and menus crafted towards farm-fresh Grandma’s bread arrived with sil- comfort foods. Located on the ver containers of herb butter that ground floor of the Ace Hotel, it includes French sparkling wines, offered a pleasing pesto finish and was one of the tallest buildings in French and Californian chardon- another container with Sicillian Los Angeles in the 1920s. nays, rosé and select red wines. A anchovies. A mixed garden salad photo by Jill Weinlein Dining at Best Girl is a great peo- nice selection of rotating draft with a handful of small yellow and The sugar snap pea salad is dressed with a pleasing dressing and ple-watching spot. The wine list beers, dry ciders and low-to-no red tomatoes, sliced radish and baked croutons glistening in olive chopped hazelnuts. oil. A light buttermilk dressing made this salad extra special. comprised of Sicillian-style large cream and sweet farmers market macaroni-shaped pasta, dark purple berries. Pastry Chef Crisi Echiverri’s eggplant, chopped simmered toma- Cimarusti offers a Sunday toes and a generous shaving of Supper menu representative of his take on Eton Mess, pecorino cheese. favorite meals he makes at home “Mess O’ Berries,” is made We also enjoyed the grilled Jidori for his family and friends. Through with crisp meringue, chicken with purslane, salsa verde the end of the month, enjoy a three- whipped cream and sweet and charred lime halves. A great course meal for $35 with an option- plate to share with others at the al wine pairing for an additional farmers market berries. table, the purslane adds a healthy $18. One week, it might be a greens to the dish. Its bright, lemo- pizzieria salad and charred Jimmy ny flavor enhances chicken or fish, Nadello peppers, and the next Another winning salad was the plus the green leaves offer high course might be chicken and ricotta sugar snap peas tossed with thinly omega-3s. Purslane is said to have meatballs with house-made sliced radishes and red onions. high levels of melatonin to promote spaghetti and garlic bread. Finish Chopped hazelnuts tossed with a good night’s sleep. with tiramisu that includes a shot of Italian parsley and a pleasing crème Best Girl’s Pastry Chef Crisi Sambuca. fraîche dressing finished the salad Echiverri, who is Cimarusti’s wife, Best Girl is one of the best culi- nicely. photo courtesy of Ace Hotel, Best Girl recently updated the dessert menu nary options for breakfast, lunch, The Lumache alla Norma, one of “My Best Girl” was the first film screened at The Theatre, located at the with her take on Eton Mess. brunch and dinner when in down- their most popular dishes and one Ace Hotel, in 1927, starring the legendary Mary Pickford. Echiverri’s “Mess O’ Berries” is town Los Angeles. $$-$$$ 927 S. of the highlights of the evening, is made with crisp meringue, whipped Broadway (213)235-9660.

photo courtesy of Born Free USA Virginia McKenna and son Will Travers are the co-founders of Born Free USA. ‘Born Free’ star supports animal advocacy fundraiser “A Night for Wildlife” is an evening to benefit Born Free USA’s Primate Sanctuary and U.S. wildlife conservation campaigns tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. The fundraiser will feature a special appearance from “Born Free” star and co-founder of Born Free USA Virginia McKenna. The fundraiser will be hosted by Born Free USA co-founder Will Travers and will feature live and silent auctions for art, travel packages and animal- friendly merchandise and memorabilia. Born Free USA works to ensure that all wild animals, whether living in captivity or in the wild, are treated with compassion and respect and are able to live their lives according to their needs. Born Free USA operates the largest primate sanctuary in the U.S. and provides a permanent home for over 500 primates retired from research facilities or rescued from inhumane conditions at zoos and private ownership. The event will be at the 1 Hotel West Hollywood, 8490 Sunset Blvd.

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Mini-conference to help artists, arts administrators The Los Angeles County media. Participants can engage in emerging nonprofit arts adminis- departments of Arts and Culture three roundtable sessions led by trators and supporters at all levels and Consumer and Business seasoned practitioners, address- of experience. The event is from Affairs are presenting a free half- ing everything from skill-build- 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Culver day mini-conference on Saturday, ing to hot topics in the nonprofit City Veterans Memorial Sept. 21, for artists and arts arts sector. Topics include Complex located at 4117 administrators to network, estab- fundraising, financial manage- Overland Ave. lish new connections and learn ment, branding and building a To RSVP, visit about current trends in the field. digital presence. eventbrite.com/e/arts-tune-up-at- Arts Tune-Up will include a The mini-conference is open to culver-city-veterans-memorial- special focus on film and digital individual artists, seasoned and complex-tickets-68326449249.

photo courtesy of LA Current General Manager Lenny Krayzelburg hopes his new coach- ing staff leads the International Swim League to success. LA Current hires swim coaches with Olympic experience David Marsh has been named future of professional swimming, head coach for the LA Current’s clean sport and audience experi- 2019 inaugural season of the ence,” Marsh said. “Our LA International Swim League. Marsh, Current team is comprised of qual- who brings over 40 years of experi- ity people and amazing swimmers. ence coaching and competing in the We certainly have the potential to sport of swimming, will be joined be a contender for the league cham- by assistant coaches Brett Hawke pionship. Let’s get racing!” and Jack Roach. Hawke, a former Olympian and LA Current General Manager Olympic coach for Brazil, also sees Lenny Krayzelburg said he foresees an exciting 2019 season ahead for the coaching staff making an imme- the LA Current. diate impact this season. “I am thrilled to be able to bring “We certainly have the together such an accomplished and respected coaching staff to LA potential to be Current,” Krayzelburg said. “With a contender for the David, Brett and Jack, we have the league best of the best who have achieved continued success at the highest championship. level of our sport. ISL’s vision is to Let’s get racing!” have best athletes in the world com- David Marsh peting in a team centric concept. LA Current Head Coach Our coaching staff thrives in maxi- mizing potential of world class ath- “I’m honored to be working for letes, in addition to having tremen- the LA Current under extraordinary dous success, experience and leaders and champions like Lenny knowledge of team competitions. I Krayzelburg and David Marsh,” am looking forward to having this Hawke said. “This is new and coaching group lead LA Current to exciting for all involved, and I can’t league championship this season.” wait to get the racing starting. We Marsh, who served as an assis- have built a formidable team and tant coach on the 2000 United will be ultra-competitive. Thank States Olympic team on which you to the ISL for this incredible Krayzelburg competed and led the opportunity. It’s a fun time to be a U.S. Women’s Olympic team to 16 professional swimmer.” medals at the Rio Olympics in Roach brings over 35 years of 2016, said he is looking forward to coaching experience at every level coaching in the inaugural season of of swimming to the Current. He the new league and seeing firsthand coached the Mexico National Team the influence it can have on swim- from 2003-08 and served as the ming across the globe. National Junior Team Program “The concept of the ISL has Director of USA Swimming. amazing potential to impact for the For information, visit isl.global. BHUSD adopts new motto, mission and vision statement The Beverly Hills Unified each school will formally adopt School District Board of their own school motto. The Education has adopted a refreshed Beverly Hills High School motto, district motto – “Education “Today Well Lived,” will not Reimagined” – to reflect the recent change. reconfiguration resulting in two Additionally, the BHUSD elementary schools and one mid- Board of Education approved an dle school, as well as an updated updated mission and vision state- and more inclusive mission and ment. vision statement. “In a safe and supportive com- The motto was initially created munity, BHUSD will deliver rigor- to launch the BHUSD’s reconfig- ous and enriching quality educa- uration. Transitional kindergarten tion and prepare all students to through fifth grade classes are thrive as productive citizens in a offered at Horace Mann and complex, changing world. All stu- Hawthorne elementary schools, dents will be inspired to act with and sixth through eighth grade integrity and realize their academ- classes are held at Beverly Vista ic potential while achieving col- Middle School. Beverly Hills lege and career readiness,” the High School offers ninth through statement read. 12th grade classes. Later this year, For information, visit bhusd.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 September 19, 2019

Group brings unforgettable, blue- World-class art from LACMA blooms hued show to Pantages Theatre at South Coast Botanic Garden

photo by Lindsey Best

The Hollywood Pantages Theatre welcomes the Blue Man Group for photo courtesy of Charles Bennett performances running from Tuesday, Sept. 24, through Sunday, Oct. 6. Six sculptures from LACMA are hidden throughout the South Coast Botanic Garden. Blue Man Group, owned by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, will perform as part of the “Speechless” tour, which officially opens at World-class sculptures from visitors with a chance to see art- ensuring they experience all 87 the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. The launch of the new tour marks the the Los Angeles County work in an outdoor setting. acres of gardens, orchards and premiere of Blue Man Group in Los Angeles. Museum of Art’s permanent col- “This is an extraordinary horticulture exhibits. The show is directed by Jenny Koons in her first collaboration with lection were publicly unveiled at opportunity for an up-close look Among the art featured is Blue Man Group. The trio will embark on a fresh journey of discovery the South Coast Botanic Garden at beautiful, world-class art,” “Trace (1981),” a nearly 10- with new and original compositions, invented instruments and unex- on Sept. 8 for the “Hide and said Adrienne Nakashima, chief foot-tall steel sculpture with lay- pected situations along with iconic Blue Man Group moments based in Seek: Art Meets Nature” exhibit. executive office of South Coast ered sheets of multi-colored alu- joy, art, music, comedy, social commentary and profound absurdity. The first-time collaboration Botanical Garden. “Seeing these minum crafted by sculptor Showtimes are 8 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 2 and 8 p.m., between the South Coast Botanic stunning sculptures at the South Nancy Graves. Also featured are Saturday; and 1 and 6:30 p.m., Sunday. Tickets start at $39. The Garden, Southern California’s Coast Botanical Garden is a sculptures from world- Hollywood Pantages Theatre is located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. For leading public outdoor space, wonderful way to experience art renowned artists Peter Voulkos, information, visit hollywoodpantages.com. and LACMA features six sculp- and nature intertwined. We are Mark di Suvero and George tures on loan through the next 10 honored to host this special Rickey. years. Two more sculptures have exhibit and are proud to be good The South Coast Botanic been given to the 87-acre garden stewards of the arts.” Garden is located at 26300 by the Long Family Foundation The sculptures have been hid- Crenshaw Blvd. For more infor- for permanent display. den in the garden, and visitors mation, visit southcoastbotanic- Exhibit showcases Britain’s The exhibit provides garden are encouraged to seek them out, garden.org. far reaching empire

The Fowler Museum announces “On Display in the Walled City: Nigeria at the British Empire Exhibition, 1924-1925.” The exhibit, curated by Erica P. Jones, associate curator of African arts, fea- tures 38 objects from the British Empire Exhibition staged almost a century ago in the London suburb of Wembley to showcase Britain’s wealth and supremacy and to stimulate trade with and among its various colonies. The items were acquired by the British pharmaceutical entrepre- neur and global art collector Sir Henry Wellcome in 1925 and donated to the Fowler by the Wellcome Trust between 1965 and 1967. The British Empire Exhibition sprawled over a vast fairground that includ- ed pavilions devoted to nat- ural resources, products and people from 55 of the photo courtesy of the Fowler Museum at UCLA Empire’s 58 colonies, as A palm-wine gourd, collected before well as a working replica of 1924, was a gift from the Wellcome Trust. a coalmine, a lake, an amusement park, gardens made by Yoruba, Igbo, Fulani and and restaurants. Electric buses and Kanuri artists and the doors to liv- light rail transported 27 million ing quarters of African artists visitors through the park over the brought to demonstrate their exhibition’s two-year run. Among skills. It also presents the Fowler’s the most popular attractions was recent research on the Wellcome the “Walled City” that contained Collection and offers new insights the pavilions of the West African into the British colonial enterprise. colonies of Nigeria, Gold Coast The Fowler Museum at UCLA (modern day Ghana) and Sierra is located at 308 Charles E. Young Leone. Drive N. and is open Wednesday The exhibit presents key from noon to 8 p.m. and Thursday objects, including a model of a to Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. For royal altar from the Kingdom of more information, visit Benin, ritual and prestige objects fowler.ucla.edu. 20 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Observe Kever Avot with Mount Sinai Memorial Parks

Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries will host its annual Kever Avot Memorial services on Sunday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m. at Mount Sinai Hollywood Hills, and at 1 p.m. at Mount Sinai Simi Valley. Kever Avot, which in Hebrew means “graves of the fathers,” is an ancient custom dating to the begin- ning of Jewish history. It relates to an annual Jewish tradition of visit- ing a cemetery between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur to pay homage to parents and loved ones,and to gain strength through communal prayer. The Kever Avot services will be led by Rabbi Samuel Rotenberg photo courtesy of the Windsor Square Hancock Park Historical Society and Cantor Marcus Feldman from photo courtesy of Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries Sinai Temple. At the Hollywood Kever Avot services at Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries Hills location, they will be joined begin with the sound of the shofar and include traditional prayers. Tour explores architecture and by the Sinai Temple Choir under the direction of Aryell Cohen. In shofar (a ram’s horn traditionally where, are invited to attend. history in Hancock Park Simi Valley, Rotenberg and blown at the beginning of the Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Feldman will be joined by the UJA Jewish High Holy Days) and end Mortuaries is located at 5950 Forest The Windsor Square Hancock Park Historical Society is holding a Choir under the direction of Dr. with the recitation of the Kaddish Lawn Drive, and Mount Sinai home tour on Sunday, Oct. 6, from 1 to 5 p.m. Noreen Green. Music and prayers (the traditional Jewish prayer recit- Memorial Parks and Mortuaries The homes, built from 1914-23, are located on Rossmore Avenue in will be held in Hebrew and English, ed by mourners). No tickets are Simi Valley is located at 6150 Hancock Park. The estate of Warner Bros. movie producer Harry evoking tradition and inspiring required to attend Mount Sinai’s Mount Sinai Drive. For information, Warner is one of five houses included in the tour focusing on outstand- reflection and meditation. Kever Avot service and all who call (323)769-1325, email kever- ing architecture and history. Docents will guide visitors through the The Mount Sinai Kever Avot ser- remember loved ones, whether they [email protected] or visit homes and gardens. A silent auction will be held and refreshments will vices begin with the sound of the are buried at Mount Sinai or else- mountsinaiparks.org/kever-avot. be served. Tickets are $50 for members; $60 for nonmembers. For infor- mation and registration, visit wshphs.com.

Attend High Holy Days services at Hollywood Temple Beth El James Conlon to conduct Colburn Orchestra Hollywood Temple Beth El is world and reconnect to our roots, to El’s contemporary prayer book, holding upcoming High Holy Days our soul and to our fellow Jews as which weaves 3000-year-old texts Los Angeles Opera Music Director James Conlon will lead the services starting with Rosh we open the Jewish year, starting with modern interpretations and Colburn Orchestra, the flagship ensemble of the Colburn School’s Hashanah on Sunday evening, Sunday, Sept. 29, with Rosh user-friendly English transcriptions Conservatory of Music, on Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Pasadena’s Sept. 29, and culminating with Yom Hashanah eve, and continuing of the Hebrew Rabbinic discus- Ambassador Auditorium. Kippur, on Wednesday, Oct. 9. through Kol Nidre and Yom sions. The musical program encour- The program includes Schumann’s Cello Concerto featuring cellist Rabbi Norbert Weinberg and Kippur, Tuesday and Wednesday, ages attendees to move forward Sanga Yang, the winner of Colburn School’s 2019 Conservatory Cantor Andrew Erman will lead the Oct. 8 and 9,” said Weinberg, spiri- into a year of good deeds and Concerto Competition, as well as Weber’s “Euryanthe” overture and services and will be joined by Dr. tual leader of Hollywood Temple meaningful lives. Prokoviev’s Symphony No. 3. Dr. Kristi Brown Montesano, chair of Isaac Norman, a leader in the Beth El. “This is the congregation’s Hollywood Temple Beth El is Music History and Literature, will join Conlon for a pre-concert talk at Iranian Jewish community. They first experiment to meld such located at 1317 N. Crescent 6:45 p.m. will be assisted by cantor Isaac ancient and divergent Jewish tradi- Heights Blvd. Because of limited The Ambassador Auditorium is located at 131 S. St. John Ave. Boudaie and musical accompanist tions together with readings and seating and security, reservations Tickets start at $15 and can be purchased at colburnschool.edu/calen- Diana Brownson. commentary that reflect the mind for admission must be paid in dar/events/colburn-orchestra-conlon. The services will mark a first at set of contemporary American advance online. For service sched- the temple by merging Ashkenazic Jewry.” ules, membership and admissions and Sephardic Jewish traditions. Weinberg said a major compo- costs, visit htbel.org. Seating can “We are blessed at this season to nent of the High Holy Days obser- also be arranged through the office disconnect from the data and wi-fi vances is Hollywood Temple Beth by calling (323)656-3150. Grants available for arts nonprofits seeking to hire interns Nonprofit arts organizations interested in working with college interns next summer are encour- aged to apply for participation in the Los Angeles County Arts Internship Grant Program. Grantees may also apply to partici- pate to support their arts program- ming. The deadline to apply is Oct. 23. The program provides undergrad- uate students with paid on-the-job training working in nonprofit arts management while offering organi- zations an opportunity to develop future arts leaders. Internships photo courtesy of Cantor Estherleon Schwartz include 400 hours of service and run from June through August. Cantor Estherleon Schwartz invites The Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture will provide grants to fund more than community to High Holy Days services 200 internships at nonprofit organi- Join Cantor Estherleon Schwartz and the Beth Shirah Congregation for zations with arts programming. High Holy Days services at the Matrix Theatre in Hollywood. Organizations interested in hiring a Schwartz said the High Holy Days are times for soul-searching and the summer intern can apply to receive restoration of faith and healing. They are also meant to give participants a grants of $5,000 to $6,500 per feeling of being part of something larger than the individual. intern to be used to pay students. Services will be held on Rosh Hashanah Eve, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m. and The program is open to L.A. Rosh Hashanah morning, Sept. 30, at 10:30 a.m. Additional services will County nonprofit performing, pre- be held on Yom Kippur Eve, Oct. 8, at 7:30 p.m. and Yom Kippur morning, senting, film, media, arts service, Oct. 9, at 10:30 a.m. municipal and literary arts organi- “Come be with us,” Schwartz said. “We were born pure souls. High zations or those that received fund- Holy Days and every day, let us return to our pure soul. High Holy Days ing through the Community Impact and Shabbat is a meaningful way to stay connected all year long.” Arts Grant program. The Matrix Theatre is located at 7657 Melrose Ave. For information, call For information, visit lacount- (323)653-7420, or visit estherleon.com. yarts.org/internships. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 September 19, 2019 CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Petersen honors ‘Fastest Woman on Four Wheels’ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Petersen Automotive Combs Foundation to grow. The Museum presents, “Jessi Combs: mission of the foundation is to edu- Life at Full Speed,” a special tribute cate, inspire and empower the next NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood His- exhibit running from Sunday, Sept. generation of female trailblazers. toric Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing to 22, through Wednesday, Sept. 25, in “Jessi was the most amazing spir- consider the following item: the museum’s William E. Connor it that I have ever or will ever Penthouse. know,” said Terry Madden, Combs’ The exhibit honors the life and boyfriend. “Her appetite for living LOCATIONS: 9009 SUNSET BOULEVARD, accomplishments of Combs, life on the edge and pursuing her West Hollywood, California known as the “Fastest Woman on dreams to the fullest is an inspira- Four Wheels,” who died on Aug. 7 tion to me and all who knew her. REQUEST: Cultural resource designation while attempting to set a land speed The Jessi Combs Foundation will record. Admission to the temporary motivate young women who for Roxy Theatre. exhibition is by donation with pro- looked up to Jessi, empowering ceeds benefitting the Jessi Combs them to uncover their inner confi- PERMIT(S): Cultural Resource Designation, Foundation. dence and abilities so they, too, can and any other required permits. The “Jessi Combs: Life at Full achieve their dreams.” Speed” exhibition will feature The Petersen Automotive objects from Combs’ workshop and Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire APPLICANT(S): Historic Resources Group studio in Long Beach including Blvd. For information, visit motorcycles, personal notebooks petersen.org/jessi. photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive TIME/PLACE Special Meeting Jessi Combs and memorabilia, original Chip Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Foose drawings from her appear- ances on “Overhaulin’,” welding OF HEARING: at 7:00 p.m. jackets and racing helmets, as well by Myles Mellor Plummer Park Community as her Baja and Great Race medals. Crossword Puzzle Center, Rooms 1 and 2 “Jessi Combs was an inspiration 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard to the entire automotive communi- West Hollywood, CA 90046 ty,” said Petersen Automotive Museum Executive Director Terry L. Karges. “This exhibit is an ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) opportunity to move people, espe- cially the future generation of ENVIRONMENTAL women builders and enthusiasts, through Jessi’s incredible life STATUS: Categorically exempt from the story.” provisions of the California En- Throughout her life, Combs vironmental Quality Act (CEQA), explored the relationship between pursuant to Section §15331 women and machines as a means to (Historic Resource Restora- continually push and break stereo- typical boundaries. As one of the tion/Rehabilitation) few prominent female fabricators of her era, she created programs and spaces that encouraged educa- The staff report will be available on Thursday, September tion and dialog about the industrial arts for women. 26, 2019 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the “Jessi Combs: Life at Full W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at Speed” seeks to further that effort, www.weho.org establishing a base for the Jessi IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at Free preview the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Historic Across 6. Automotive engineers’ org. 1. Grade-schooler’s transportation 7. Breathe out Preservation Commission, via the Planning & Development held for exhibit 4. Operatic voice 8. Vegetable spreads Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. 9. US tennis master, first name 9. Ark landing point 14. It’s dotted 10. Penpoint To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, by artists with 15. 11. Sell online 650, Roman-style Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for 16. Puerto ___ 12. Grammy nominee in 2007: 17. Salads, etc Corinne Bailey ___ checkout at the meeting. If you require special assistance Parkinson’s 20. Steadfast 13. Ensign (abbr.) to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing 21. TV drama length, usually 18. Punk rock offshoot impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing 22. Hullabaloos 19. Election day, for short to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 26. 23. disease Bigmouth Fluish feeling hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hear- 31. Rustic locale 24. Magazine, ending in Report Join the Parkinson’s Community 32. Purpose 25. Cavalry sword ing impaired is (323) 848-6496. Los Angeles for a free preview of 34. Golf shot 27. Bear the exhibition “Living Artistically 35. Uproar 28. Best of the best Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transporta- with Parkinson’s” on Friday, Sept. 37. Computer operating system 29. Runners tion) may be provided upon written request to the Office of 38. Tasty desserts 30. Male or female? 20, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Rebecca the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For Molayem Gallery, 481 S. Fairfax 42. Eye drop 33. Drawn Ave. 43. Win back, as trust 35. Michigan lake information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO The exhibit includes artworks by 44. Large merchant ship 36. Fish (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net people living with Parkinson’s dis- 47. “The Persistence of 38. Muppet with a unibrow 39. ease. A special discussion moderat- Memory” painter Italy’s ___ di Como ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said ed by artist and curator Loren Philip 48. Kind of computer port 40. New Haven school will be held during the preview 51. Harder 41. Decorous Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. event with artists Gail Buckley, 53. Token 42. Prof’s graders, often Rudy Calvo and Tim Walker, 55. Tight 45. Gym drills For further information contact Doug Vu, Senior Planner, whose work is included in the 57. Garbage hauler 46. Wine label info in the Planning & Development Services Department at 58. Condiment that might go 48. Relatives exhibit. Wine and cheese will be (323) 848-6475; or via email at: [email protected] served. with a Brit’s sunday roast 49. Like some glances “Living Artistically with 65. Airship 50. Archer supplier Parkinson’s” opens on Sept. 21 66. Like some colonies 52. Rustic Yvonne Quarker with a fundraiser, artist reception 67. Wide shoe fitting 54. Compass point City Clerk and silent auction from 2 to 6 p.m. 68. Racing vehicles 56. Video at the gallery. The event will raise 69. Madagascan monkey 58. Gridiron carriers, abbr. funds for the Parkinson’s 70. Elder 59. Certain wing 60. Community Los Angeles’ programs It’s just to __ for! for throughout Los Angeles, includ- Down 61. Mil. authority ing a transportation assistance ini- 1. Considerable amount 62. Counting game Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- tiative, free educational confer- 2. Green 63. Kind of cross ences, support groups, an equip- 3. Goes with madre 64. Son, for short екта. Для дополнительной информации ment gifting program and more. 4. Big ___ на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. For information, visit pcla.org. 5. Off-road goer, for short See Answers page 26 22 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Hollywood PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Pantages NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood His- Children illustrate importance toric Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing to Theatre consider the following item:

of safe crossings LOCATIONS: 8901 SUNSET BOULEVARD, goes all in West Hollywood, California

for the kids REQUEST: Review of an application for a cultural resource designation for On Sept. 21, the lobby of the The Whisky a Go Go. Hollywood Pantages Theatre will welcome a Texas Hold ‘em charity PERMIT(S): Cultural Resource Designation, poker tournament. Hosted by American Corporation and any other required permits. for the Arts and Hollywood Police Activities League, Poker at the APPLICANT(S): Christine Lazzaretto & Heather Pantages invites the spirit of com- Goers; Historic Resources petition while raising much needed Group funds for Hollywood PAL youth programs. Food tastings will be provided by Blue Palms TIME/PLACE Special Meeting Brewhouse, Wood & Vine and Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Fabiolus Café. OF HEARING: at 7:00 p.m. A cocktail reception will begin at Plummer Park Community 6 p.m., followed by poker lessons at 6:30 and the tournament at 7. The Center, Rooms 1 and 2 event won’t end until the Pantages 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard champion is named. West Hollywood, CA 90046 Single tickets or sponsorships for nine-person tables are available. ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan) Ticket and sponsorship prices include tournament entry, first buy- ins, food and complementary well ENVIRONMENTAL Young Park La Brea residents Carol Adams and Dan Brown waited and call drinks while in tournament STATUS: Categorically exempt from the to cross the street on their way to Hancock Park Elementary School in play. Spectator tickets are also provisions of the California En- this photo in the Sept. 19, 1957, issue of the Park Labrea News. The available. The Hollywood vironmental Quality Act (CEQA), youths, both 10 years old at the time, were shown with an accompa- Pantages Theatre is located at 6233 nying article about Back to School Safety Month. A new pedestrian- Hollywood Blvd. For information, pursuant to Section §15331 activated crosswalk was recently installed on Sixth Street at Spaulding visit hollywoodpal.org/poker, or (Historic Resource Restora- Avenue, making crossing safer in that area. A formal dedication cere- contact Gordillo at (323)467-7114 tion/Rehabilitation) mony for the crosswalk will be held at 8 a.m. on Sept. 25. or [email protected].

The staff report will be available on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the The Autry creates new campaign to fund expansion W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at The Autry Museum of the www.weho.org American West has announced the public phase of its campaign to IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited expand exhibitions, public program- to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at ming and educational initiatives. Through the $80 million the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written “Challenge, Discover, Celebrate” correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Historic campaign, the Autry will renovate Preservation Commission, via the Planning & Development approximately 14,000 square feet of Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. educational and public program- ming space, open a new resources center and further elevate the expe- To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, rience of visitors and community Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for stakeholders. checkout at the meeting. If you require special assistance “The ‘Challenge, Discover, to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing Celebrate’ campaign is both the impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing most ambitious and yet also one of the most intimate the Autry has ever to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hear- embarked upon,” said Autry CEO photo courtesy of the Autry and President W. Richard West Jr. A new family play area is included in future plans for the Autry. ing impaired is (323) 848-6496. “Our goal is to enhance the very personal encounters and experi- Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transporta- ences that people relish here at the as a member – will help the museum paign, our collective efforts will Autry. This approach necessarily carry out its mission to tell the ensure the Autry will continue to be tion) may be provided upon written request to the Office of entails updating or constructing crit- diverse stories of the American a dynamic gathering space where the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For ical infrastructure, such as the West. people can learn, debate and express information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO resources center, which serves to “As evidenced by its great suc- themselves.” (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net protect and provide access to our cess leading up to this public launch, The Autry has already raised $62 vast collections, but it also means the campaign has captured the million of its $80 million goal. that we are putting our energies into imagination of trustees and major Completion of the resources center, ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said more ephemeral but crucial areas donors alike,” said David a space in Burbank where all the Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. such as visitor services and staff Cartwright, board chair and Autry collections will be housed, will cre- support.” trustee. “We need museums like the ate new space for public and student For further information contact Gurdeep Kaur, Assistant All contributions to the campaign Autry to challenge the past, discover activities at the Autry’s Griffith Park Planner in the Planning and Development Services Depart- – which can be made by visiting the the present and celebrate the future campus. The Autry is located at autry.org, texting AUTRY to of California and the broader 4700 Western Heritage Way. For ment at (323) 848-6475, or via email at: (855)735-2437 or joining the Autry American West. Through this cam- information, visit theautry.org. [email protected]

Yvonne Quarker City Clerk Kahane joins Salastina Music Society for concerts

Salastina Music Society presents 22, at 3 p.m. in the Edye Second Tickets are $32. The Pasadena “Sounds Re-Imagined: Jeffrey Space at the Broad Stage. Conservatory of Music is located Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- Kahane Plays Mozart” on Celebrated pianist and conductor at 100 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena; the екта. Для дополнительной информации Saturday, Sept. 21, at 8 p.m. in the Kahane joins Salastina for Broad Stage is located at 1310 11th на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. Pasadena Conservatory of Music’s Mozart’s chamber arrangement of St., Santa Monica. For informa- Barrett Hall and on Sunday, Sept. his Piano Concerto, K. 415. tion, visit salastina.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 September 19, 2019 Chemistry between women makes ‘Hustlers’ a hit

This ain’t no “Magic Mike” cau- earn what they once could, even tionary tale about the woes of strip- resorting to sexual favors for less ping. It’s hardly a ringing endorse- money than the glory days of an ment of drugging high-paying Wall erotic dance. Street tools either. Instead, But Ramona fights back. With “Hustlers” is a fascinating com- the help of old friend Mercedes mentary on fragile masculinity and (Keke Palmer) and newbie the ways women make do amidst a Annabelle (Lili Reinhart from admit some women conned them. deck stacked against them. “Riverdale”), they target rich dudes Ramona has all the right answers, Socio-economic dilemmas lead at bars, lure all the appropriate rationale. to nightmarish remedies. Destiny them back to the club and get Nobody went to jail for ruining the (Constance Wu) feels that pain as a them loose enough to keep charg- economy, so this is revenge. And in struggling exotic dancer until she ing that Visa. a film produced by Will Ferrell and meets Ramona (Jennifer Lopez), Destiny enters the con just as Adam McKay (“Anchorman,” who always knows what to say and things get a bit more shady. Getting “Vice”), “Hustlers” wonderfully how to lure vulnerable men into drunk and spend-happy just takes complements McKay’s “The Big that champagne room. They soon too long. If only something could Short” on that 2008 disaster. become besties cleaning house. help them expedite the process. “Hustlers” clearly establishes a Destiny can finally pay off her Cue roofies. They experience a few central problem: men suck. We see this on many occasions, from shady photo courtesy of STXfilms grandmother’s debts. close calls, but these hustlers enjoy Jennifer Lopez steals the show as Ramona in “Hustlers.” Then the 2008 crash cripples a good run without much resis- Wall Street types paying to watch Wall Street and ends all those tance. Apparently alpha males the ladies demean themselves to a major players’ excessive spending would rather deal with a few thou- retail manager who refuses a single at the clubs. Soon, strippers can’t sand missing in their accounts than mother time off to pick up her the movie – interviewing those plored. daughter from school. involved throughout the film. That’s of little consequence next Consider how frequently films Primary lead Wu, however, is a to J. Lo, the real star here. The feature none to one female charac- different case. Unlike her charming singer-dancer-actor-entrepreneur ter. The “Hobbit” trilogy needed to and quite memorable role in “Fresh has a long cinematic history, albeit create an entirely new character just Off the Boat,” Destiny is a blank an uneven one. With only a Golden to add some female representation slate, similar to her performance in Globe nom to date for “Selena” and to the story. “Hustlers” has no oblig- “Crazy Rich Asians.” She enters a praise for her role in “Out of Sight,” ation to show that some men are new strip club insecure in her own she’s due. “Hustler” will easily help OK. Decades of Hollywood history skin. She eventually blossoms, but her earn another nom in the comedy provide enough examples of that. she never quite goes all in, far more category. As for Oscar praise, it’s This one has no short supply of cautious than Ramona. hard to tell. charming characters: Cardi B’s brief This hesitance doesn’t quite “Hustlers” is a compelling story appearance as Diamond; Mercedes, match certain aspects of her charac- featuring some truly audacious who sometimes can’t hack the job ter. When the reporter asks about moments that really happened. and literally runs away; and the drugs slipped into men’s drinks Besides that, director Lorene Annabelle has a weak stomach. – an entire scene reveals their Scafaria’s (“Seeking Friends at the Even Julia Stiles does her job well efforts to get the ingredients just End of the World”) third theatrical as reporter Elizabeth – a fictional- right – Destiny, also named feature is a home run. Chemistry ized version of New York maga- Dorothy, is rather cavalier. Such amongst these anti-heroines is rich, photo courtesy of STXfilms zine’s Jessica Pressler, who wrote normalization of something like topped with authentic emotion and The crew celebrates in “Hustlers,” starring Lili Reinhart, Jennifer Lopez, “The this should probably translate into a smoothly structured story that Keke Palmer and Constance Wu. Hustlers at Scores,” the basis for other characteristics that go unex- works incredibly well. Master Chorale seeks donors Winners announced for 2019 Saturn Awards

Winners for the 45th annual Saturn Awards, for new Leadership Circle honoring motion picture, television, home entertainment and live stage productions, were The Abbott L. Brown Members will receive exclu- announced on Sept. 13 at a ceremony hosted Foundation has awarded a chal- sive recognition and event expe- by Aisha Tyler at the Avalon Theater. lenge grant to support the Los riences throughout the year. The Marvel/Walt Disney Studio’s “Avengers: Angeles Master Chorale’s minimum membership commit- Endgame” received six Saturn Awards, includ- newly-formed Leadership Circle ment is $100,000 and may be ful- ing the awards for Best Comic-to-Motion program. filled over a three-year period. Picture Release, Best Actor in a Film (Robert The ALBF will match up to The Los Angeles Master Downey Jr.), Best Film Production Design, $100,000 in funded contribu- Chorale, a professional choir and Best Film editing, Best Film Make-Up and tions to the Leadership Circle, resident company at Walt Disney Best Film Special/Visual Effects. founded by Abbott L. Brown and Concert Hall, has increased its Jamie Lee Curtis won Best Actress for Jerrie Paula Ortega-Brown. budget by 46% in the last four “Halloween,” Zendaya won Best Supporting The Leadership Circle honors years. Actress for “Spider-Man: Far From Home” and celebrates the Los Angeles The master chorale’s recent and Josh Brolin won Best Supporting Actor for Master Chorale’s most distin- growth is matched by its ambi- “Avengers: Infinity War.” guished donor community. tious initiatives to present and HBO’s “Game of Thrones” won four Members enable transformative perform choral music in fresh awards: Best Fantasy Television Series, Best projects – from commissioning, and engaging ways. Actress on a Television Series (Emilia Clarke), recording and artistic innovation For information and to donate, Best Supporting Actor on a Television Series to ambitious community engage- call Elizabeth Greenway at (Peter Dinklage) and Best Performance by a photo Courtesy of Getty Images ment programming and touring (213)972-3114, or email egreen- Younger Actor on a Television Series (Maisie productions. [email protected]. Jamie Lee Curtis received a Saturn Award for Best Actress Williams). for her role in “Halloween.” 24 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

From stage and screen to star Multi-talented star to be honored on Walk of Fame Actor Terrence Howard will be Award-nominated work in “Hustle honored with the 2,674th star on the & Flow,” as well as for his support- on Hollywood Boulevard Hollywood Walk of Fame, the ing role in the film “Crash,” for Hollywood Chamber of Commerce which he received a National Board announced. of Review Award for Best Howard’s star, to be dedicated in Breakthrough Performance. He the category of television, will be won the 2015 BET Award for Best awarded at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 24 at Actor for his role as Lucious Lyon 6200 Hollywood Blvd. in front of on “Empire.” the El Centro Complex. In addition to “Empire,” Howard On that same date, Howard’s hit has been seen in “The Best Man show “Empire” premieres its sixth Holiday,” Lee Daniels’ “The and final season on FOX, and Butler” and the Academy Award- Howard’s star will be next to the nominated film “Ray.” star of actress Taraji P. Henson, who In 2008, he made his Broadway also stars on “Empire.” debut in an all-African-American Rana Ghadban, president and production of Tennessee Williams’ CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.” Commerce, will emcee the event, A self-taught musician, Howard and she will be joined by film direc- displayed his musical talents in tors Malcolm D. Lee and Dito “Ray” as Ray Charles’ one-time Montiel. guitarist, Gossie McKee, and as the In his first role, Howard played rapper DJay in “Hustle & Flow,” in Jackie Jackson in the 1992 televi- which he performed all the tracks sion miniseries “The Jacksons: An for his character, including “It’s American Dream,” and he made his Hard Out Here for a Pimp,” which photo courtesy of the Hollywood Chamber of feature film debut in the 1993 won the Academy Award for Best Commerce movie “Who’s the Man?” Original Song. Academy Award-nominated actor Terrence Howard is the star of the photo by Bob Freeman/courtesy of Hollywood Chamber of Commerce He is perhaps best known for his For information, visit walkof- Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rana Golden Globe- and Academy fame.com. television show “Empire.” Ghadban, actress Judith Light and Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, were on hand to unveil Light’s new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Sept. 12. Light, a Tony Award- and Emmy Award-winning actress known for her work in stage shows like “The Assembled Parties,” movies like “Ira & Abby” and TV shows like “Ugly Betty” and “Law and Order: SVU,” was honored in the category of live theatre/live perfor- mance with a star at 6200 Hollywood Blvd. In the ceremony, Light thanked “with deep and profound grati- tude” everyone who helped her achieve success. “You remind me of who we all really and truly are,” Light said. “We are each other’s star.” Project Angel Food marks three decades

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Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 September 19, 2019 Buck accused of adminstering meth in overdoses at his WeHo apartment From page 1 vulnerable to criminal predators,” by gas station. “It’s incomprehensible to me Lacey said in a statement. “With The criminal complaint filed that it took a third man to be this new evidence, I authorized against Buck alleges that he attacked and almost die to finally the filing of criminal charges unlawfully possessed and admin- dissolve the unconscionable apa- against Ed Buck.” istered methamphetamine to the thy that has allowed Ed Buck, a In court papers filed with the victim, and that he maintained a racist sexual predator, to roam criminal complaint, prosecutors place “for the purpose of unlaw- free. Everyone knew that he allege that Buck is a “violent, dan- fully selling, giving away and preyed on young black men – two photo by Cameron Kiszla gerous sexual predator” and that using a controlled substance.” died in his apartment. The inac- Subway construction for Metro’s Purple Line Extension in Beverly Hills he “mainly preys on men made Buck’s attorney Seymour tion in response had a message vulnerable by addiction and Amster did not return requests for was loud and clear: black gay will halt between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. homelessness.” The court papers comment. Prosecutors called for lives obviously didn’t matter,” also state that “using the bait of Buck to be held in custody in lieu Bass said. “There was an absence narcotics, money and shelter, the of $4 million bail. of justice when Gemmel Moore Retailers say they rely defendant lures these vulnerable Dean and Moore are mentioned was killed. Timothy Dean paid for victims to his home. From his in the court papers, and prosecu- that egregious dereliction of judi- home, in a position of power, tors allege that Buck’s behavior cial duty with his life. There was Buck manipulates his victims into led to their deaths, but authorities an absence of justice when on holiday season sales participating in his sexual fetish- have not filed any charges relating Timothy Dean was killed. More From page 1 es. These fetishes include supply- to those incidents. The Moore young men nearly paid for that matter,” Wylie said. on tourism retail and hotels, which ing and personally administering family has filed a wrongful death egregious dereliction of judicial Two other public speakers also have their peak seasons in July and dangerously large doses of nar- civil lawsuit against Buck, and the duty with their lives. For opposed Metro’s request, though August, McKenna said. cotics to his victims.” case is pending. Gemmel, Timothy and the other some businesses and groups, such “We felt we were being respectful The court papers also state that Attorney Jasmyne Cannick, a young men, [Buck’s] arrest is too as the Beverly Hills Chamber of to the hotels and the retailers when Buck “personally and dangerous- spokeswoman for the Moore fam- little, too late. Now, finally, thanks Commerce, said they’d support a we made this request,” McKenna ly administered” a large dose of ily, said the charges validate their to the tireless work of advocates waiver, especially with conditions said. methamphetamine into the victim claim that Buck is a predator. and a community that has had to mitigate some of the worst Mayor John Mirisch and Bosse, who survived on Sept. 4. The man “We’re just completely ecstat- enough, Los Angeles is a safer impacts of continuing construction. who serve on the City Council’s allegedly fled Buck’s apartment ic,” Cannick said. “I feel vindicat- place for black gay men. The The support of the waiver, however, Subway Ad Hoc Committee, initial- and sought medical attention. On ed for all the people who said it court system must now do its job. was not enough to sway the council. ly bristled at the request, which they Sept. 11, the man returned to was never going to happen. I feel Justice must finally be served.” “If I heard tonight there was a said runs counter to the negotiated Buck’s apartment, and the defen- really good for all the young men Buck’s arraignment was origi- vast amount of the business com- agreement between the city and dant injected him with two “dan- he took advantage of, because nally scheduled for Sept. 18, but munity that said they wanted it, I’d Metro. Mirisch said the committee gerously large” doses on metham- they didn’t feel like anyone took it was likely to be postponed until support it, but that’s not what I rejected Metro’s proposed waiver, phetamine. When the victim them seriously, like their lives the following day, said District heard,” Councilwoman Lili Bosse which has no public benefits to exhibited symptoms of an over- weren’t important enough for Attorney’s office spokesman said. Beverly Hills. dose, Buck allegedly refused to anyone to really care about.” Greg Risling. Buck faces a possi- Michael McKenna, Metro’s “This probably shouldn’t even be render aid, according to court Congresswoman Karen Bass ble maximum sentence of five executive officer of project man- agendized, because [the commit- papers. The victim fled the apart- (D-CA) issued a statement about years and eight months in state agement for Section 2 of the Purple tee’s response] was a clear, ‘Are ment and called 911 from a near- the arrest and charges. prison. Line Extension, said the moratori- you kidding?’” Mirisch said. um itself is only five weeks long, The other council members were but construction crews must spend less critical, saying Metro was with- Cross Campus debuts new Beverly Hills location a week and a half before the con- in its rights to ask for the moratori- struction break resurfacing and um to be lifted. However, they Cross Campus, Southern sive roof deck offers a variety of Pasadena, El Segundo, San Diego striping streets, then a week and a could not support construction work California’s leading coworking lounge areas, serves as another and Scottsdale, Arizona. Cross half after the break undoing the during the holiday season. operator, held the grand opening of option for workspace and also can Campus provides work and meet- temporary street repairs, resulting “I think it was certainly worth Cross Campus Beverly Hills on be used for events. ing space for approximately 3,000 in “an eight-week hit to us,” asking … no harm, no foul, but I Sept. 16. Located at 8200 Wilshire Cross Campus Beverly Hills is members with a footprint of McKenna said. don’t see a compelling reason to do Blvd., at the intersection with San the company’s seventh location. It 230,000 square feet. The project is currently expected it, and what we just heard is a com- Vincente Blvd., Cross Campus also operates locations in Santa For information, visit cross- to be finished by July, but any pelling reason not to do it,” occupies the entire 30,000-square- Monica, downtown Los Angeles, camp.us/locations/beverly-hills. delays could have negative impacts Councilman Julian Gold said. foot, three-story building. Cross Campus has completed a top-to-bottom renovation, trans- forming the building into an open and socially engaging work envi- ronment offering 48 private offices of various sizes, as well as desk options for individuals, for a total of nearly 400 desks. The glass-clad building allows for abundant natur- al light, with floor-to-ceiling win- dows offering views from Beverly Hills to the iconic Hollywood sign. The building also offers on-site, gated valet parking. Cross Campus leased the building, which is best known as the former headquarters of Death Row Records, from Freemont Capital Group. “Properties like this, a boutique office building with a prominent location in Beverly Hills, don’t often become available. Master leasing the entire building gives us the flexibility to create the singular workplace experience that is the hallmark of our brand,” said Cross Campus CEO and co-founder Ronen Olshansky. The building’s interior blends design styles ranging from Italian modernism to classic Scandinavian, and all furniture and lighting fixtures were designed and manufactured to Cross Campus’ brand specifications with a custom art program through- out. The building’s penthouse is a common area for members to facili- tate informal gatherings and is avail- able as an event space. The expan- 26 September 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Park(ing) Day organizers say event could lead to permanent mini-parks From page 1 what each site could look like,” van Community Council closed a por- Melrose Avenue Businesses Moyland said. “We want to stimu- tion of Stanley Avenue just north of Improvement District to later pro- late a conversation about public Melrose Avenue and created a pub- pose the permanent closure of space. We hope over time people lic plaza during Park(ing) Day. Stanley Avenue so a plaza could be will be more resistant to parking Epstein said the plaza idea was incorporated. However, neighbors and more excited about ideas about well-received by visitors. opposed the idea, and it was a pedestrian environment.” shelved earlier this year. Epstein photo by Kate Dietel Organizers are mindful about not “This is an annual said the space on Melrose Avenue Lowell Farms: A Cannabis Café will open on La Brea Avenue on creating traffic delays, and the opportunity to during this year’s Park(ing) Day Sept. 24. spaces are being converted on could show how a permanent Park(ing) Day with permission from present an mini-park could be created in the the Los Angeles Department of alternative city, future. Transportation. The space on one in which “We want to keep the conversa- Lowell to separately Melrose Avenue will be open from 8 tion going on Melrose,” he added. to 4 p.m., while the space on La Brea space is taken “Some opponents [to] Stanley said Avenue will be open from 10 a.m. to back by put it right on Melrose. This might offer food and cannabis 4 p.m., and the Wilshire Boulevard communities from be an alternative way to create pub- From page 1 space will open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. lic space, permanent parklets on the Park(ing) Day was created in the automobile street.” food and drink and looking more tion and filtration system to dissi- 2005 by activists in San Francisco and used instead Van Moyland added that he like restaurants and bars that pate the smoke, Leonard said. who sought to enliven neighbor- for people.” hopes to welcome a large number have cannabis,” Leonard said. “Lowell Café has very specif- hoods by showing how public of people on Park(ing) Day and is Lowell Café worked around ic conditions on their business spaces could be incorporated into looking forward to greeting them. the regulation on food sales by license that all of the odor needs urban areas. The event is now -Mid City West Chairman “We want to activate people’s creating two businesses under to be contained within the prop- observed worldwide on the third Scott Epstein minds and draw attention to the one name: a restaurant, which erty. If any of the odor escapes Friday of September. amazing amount of spaces we can will serve food and non-alco- the property, they need to reme- In 2017, the Mid City West That led the council and the activate,” van Moyland added. holic drinks, and an indoor and dy that,” Leonard said. “They outdoor cannabis lounge, where also have a lot of vegetation that customers can consume cannabis they hope will block some of the and edibles. The restaurant can- smoke and things like that as not sell tobacco products as a well. We have really tried to West Hollywood encourages safe drinking condition of its approval by the make sure that these businesses Business License Commission. won’t be impactful to the neigh- The final step for Lowell Café borhood.” with Imbibe Intelligently program was to go before the Business Leonard said surrounding License Commission. The café neighbors approved of Lowell In a continuing effort to improve age drivers, bicyclists and pedestri- clists to have room to ride, when we received approval on July 16. Café because it will have three driver, bicyclist and pedestrian safe- ans to look out for one another on remember to use our turn signals “We were able to get around security guards onsite to make ty, the city of West Hollywood is the roads. and when we stop for people in that and allow Lowell to open,” sure people don’t purchase expanding its social responsibility “I’m excited that we’re taking crosswalks, we’re each doing our Leonard said. “We are certainly cannabis, leave the store and campaign, Imbibe Intelligently, and additional proactive steps in the city part to be mindful and look after really excited for Lowell to be consume it outside. launching its Drive Mindfully lawn of West Hollywood to promote one another, and this helps to opening. They are going to be West Hollywood Councilman and window sign campaign, safety and cooperation for drivers, encourage kindness, respect and really the first cannabis restau- John Duran sees Lowell Café as a reminding drivers that “we’re all in bicyclists and pedestrians. When ultimately safety in our communi- rant or café within the country. normal, first-of-its-kind idea for this together” and to “look out for we focus on driving instead of tex- ty,” West Hollywood Mayor Pro We anticipate strong demand, which West Hollywood is known. each other on the road.” ting, when we move over for bicy- Tempore Lindsey P. Horvath said. and we anticipate more business- “West Hollywood and mari- “The city is dedicated to encour- es like Lowell opening in the juana go back 100 years. Even aging social responsibility and future in the city.” before there was officially a city maintaining a safe community free In preparation for its grand of West Hollywood, we know from the harms of overconsumption opening, the café sold out its that cannabis was up on the and distracted driving,” West reservations in less than one day. Sunset Strip. It was spotted at Hollywood Mayor John D’Amico “We are very excited to open speakeasies, the underground said. “Let’s all look out for one as we welcome the end of the nightclubs, the mob-run under- another and for ourselves and make cannabis prohibition. The ground casinos. We are finally it to our destinations safely.” response from the city and bringing it all out into the light,” The city’s Imbibe Intelligently upcoming guests from around Duran said. “The cannabis con- social responsibility campaign was the world has been incredibly sumption lounge is really consis- first launched in June as a series of supportive,” Brady said. “We tent, I think, with our history and colorful social media graphics with realize there’s a spotlight on us, our culture and our values . . . tips aimed at raising awareness and we want to pave the way for West Hollywood has always about social responsibility and pro- the cannabis industry as a whole. been known for being a little moting safety regarding alcohol and We welcome other businesses as more flamboyant, outlandish, overconsumption for people enjoy- legalization and the normaliza- anything goes. I hope that will ing the city’s many bars, restaurants, tion of cannabis use spreads.” always continue. That is what lounges, nightclubs and adult recre- The two businesses will exist makes us unique in Southern ational venues. within the 1,600 square-foot California . . . I think this is one The first phase of this integrated restaurant, the 2,500 square-foot of those ‘only in West marketing campaign consisted of a indoor cannabis lounge and the Hollywood’ stories, and I look series of brief tips created for Pride 1,800 square-foot outdoor garden forward to their opening.” Weekend social media distribution where guests can consume edi- The Business License utilizing a two-word main tip with a bles, vape and smoke cannabis. Commission has approved two follow-up suggestion. The restaurant will feature other retail locations, and a third The city’s Drive Mindfully cam- farm-to-table, organic menu is awaiting approval in paign launches this month and items from Chef Andrea September, Leonard said. includes lawn signs, social media Drummer. Though none of the Proposition 64, which legal- graphics and messages that encour- Expert Installation food at the café is cannabis- ized recreational cannabis in the infused, the cannabis lounge will state of California, was passed in 60 Years of Experience offer small edibles that are also 2016, and the West Hollywood Answers From Page 21 Call today for a free estimate! farm-to-table. Customers can City Council adopted a cannabis order food from the café in the ordinance allowing different separate cannabis lounge, and cannabis businesses to be the purchase will be on a sepa- licensed in the city on Nov. 20, rate check from the café. 2017. The city underwent a “Chef Drummer has imple- merit-based selection process for mented her expertise to create a the cannabis applicants, and the first-of-its-kind menu comple- city received over 300 screening mentary to the heightened senses applications – 81 in the con- from cannabis,” Brady said. sumption lounge application cat- 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hollywood Though there have been con- egory – which were scored by cerns about smoke coming from the city’s five-member Cannabis 323-248-0840 the cannabis lounge, Lowell Café Application Evaluation will be using a high-end ventila- Committee. Open every day • tashmans.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 September 19, 2019 Classified Advertising (323)933-5518 • email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

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