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Volume 26 No. 45 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities November 10, 2016 28th District picks Measuren HH fails in Beverly Hills Beverly Hilton owners Schiff for ninth time will revert to their initial     
 Donald Trump. Schiff addressed the project from 2008 results of the presidential election in a statement.         Congressman Adam Schiff will return to Washington D.C. for a “After one of the most bitterly ninth term after voters in the 28th contested presidential races in histo- It appears that Beverly Hills Congressional District resoundingly ry, we have one of the most unex- will remain free of skyscrapers, at reelected him on Tuesday. pected results in history, and Donald least for now. Schiff was reelected by a 77.77 to Trump will soon become President After the campaign for Measure 22.23 percent margin, defeating of the United States. As a supporter HH, which many elected and Republican candidate Lenore Solis of Secretary Clinton, this was a community leaders said was the of Atwater Village. He gathered painful, even heartbreaking conclu- most contentious and “nastiest” in with supporters at an election night sion, but that is the way democracy the city’s history, the majority of party on Nov. 8 at the Burbank Bar works. We have a peaceful transi- voters said they did not want the & Grille. The 28th Congressional tion of power, and for those of us owners of the Beverly Hilton District stretches from West that got knocked down, we pick Hotel to construct a 345-foot Hollywood to Pasadena. ourselves up, dust ourselves off and tower near the intersection of courtesy of the Garvey Group Schiff thanked constituents for live to fight another day,” Schiff Wilshire and Santa Monica After voters rejected Measure HH, Beverly Hilton’s owner Beny their support, and vowed to contin- said. “We also do everything we can Boulevards. Alagem will revert to the plan that was approved in 2008, displayed in ue working on international, nation- to make the country successful with According to the Los Angeles the rendering above. al and local issues. He vowed to its new president, to find common County Clerk, 56 percent, or work closely with other members of ground when we can, to energetical- 5,510 voters, opposed the mea- “We are tremendously grateful of Condominium Initiative – asked Congress from both sides of the ly oppose him when we must, but sure. Forty-four percent, or 4,373 the support of thousands of resi- voters if the Hilton and develop- aisle, as well as President-elect See Schiff page 21 voters, were in favor. dents, and we are proud of our ment firm Oasis West Realty Proponents for the measure are efforts.” could change their 2008 plan that still hoping absentee and provi- Since the idea was proposed, calls for the two residential build- sional ballots can change the out- Beverly Hills’ mayor and city ings of 101 and 218 feet. If voters come, but said it looks like the res- council members said the vote approved Measure HH, it would idents prefer the 2008 plan instead would set a precedent for city have re-written that approval so – which will result in two smaller planning as the first measure in developers could instead construct structures of 8 and 18 stories. the city’s history to put a residen- the one 345-foot residential tower “We stated from the beginning tial development approval in the and open up the free space for a that we wanted to let the residents voters’ hands. It would have garden. decide what would be built for the resulted in the largest structure in Garvey said they will still move future,” said Marie Garvey, the city. forward with their approved plan spokeswoman for the proponents. The measure – The Hilton See page 21

Councilman moves to replace Columbus Day photo courtesy of Congressman Adam Schiff’s Office n Congressman Adam Schiff thanked supporters at an election party on O’Farrell hopes to Tuesday. He vowed to continue progress on international and local issues. advance and celebrate city’s native heritage        

The progress of the United States will on us. Rather, it is us, the peo- in celebrating its Native heritage ToForward, our readers ... always. has been slow. But now – during After the 18-month 2016 elec- ple, who control the government. Native American Heritage Month – tion cycle, and as the results settle We make the ultimate decisions. Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th into the consciousness of the elec- The election was without ques- District, is working to speed up the torate, we want to say that we tion the most polarizing and divi- process by replacing Columbus believe our republic is strong. sive in recent memory, but we Day with Indigenous Peoples Day The United States has three want to encourage you and all vot- as a paid city holiday. courtesy of Councilman Mitch O’Farrell’s Twitter account branches of government, and for ers of Los Angeles County to be of good reason. Our Constitution was It wasn’t until 1990 before Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, center, is a member of the Wyandotte good cheer. written and designed to keep each President George H.W. Bush Native American tribe. Above, he celebrates Native American Heritage Our democracy works. Tuesday signed a resolution recognizing branch separate and in check. Our Month last week in front of Los Angeles City Hall. system works no matter how night was a perfect example. November as National Native Whether you agree with the out- have helped shape the future of the tragedy, discrimination and injus- messy it might get. American Heritage Month. The act come or not, it is the will of the has continued every year, including United States “through every turn tice” and pointed out that through- Additionally, and more impor- people. And nothing is more last week when President Barack of our history.” Obama recognized out their lives, 84 percent of tantly, neither President-elect Obama signed a similar resolution that there have been “too many American Indian and Alaska Native Donald Trump nor Secretary sacred or important to our nation Hillary Clinton have imposed their than that. to recognize that Native Americans unfortunate chapters of pain and See Columbus page 21 2 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

“The Challenge of Retirement,” 10 Rock ‘n’ Roll “Parenting Young Children,” Photos “Exploring Self-Esteem,” “Work and usic fans won’t want to miss C a l e n d a r Family Balance” and more. The fee is “Grit & Glam,” a photo exhibit $15. 543 N. Fairfax Ave. (323)852- by the performance at 8 p.m. The opening and book release party on 8512. M Lyris Quartet will perform works by Thursday, Nov. 10 from 7 to 10 p.m.at Bach, Mozart, Childs, Brockman and Mr. Musichead Gallery. The collec- Shostakovich. 357 N. La Brea Ave. tion of photography by Allan Aztec Art and History (323)938-5222, www.jackrutbergfin- earn about “The Death of Aztec Tannenbaum offers a visual history of earts.com. Tenochtitlan, the Life of Mexico the grit and glamour of 1970s New City” on Sunday, Nov. 13 at 2 p.m. at York City. 7420 W. Sunset Blvd. L the Los Angeles County Museum of RSVP requested to www.mrmusic- Art (LACMA). One of the largest head.com. ‘Back to the Future’ Concert cities in the world in 1500, Aztec aestro David Newman leads the Tenochtitlan – now known as Mexico ‘Mankind to Mars’ American Youth Symphony City – was reportedly destroyed by he Eli and Edythe Broad Stage Morchestra in a performance of the Spanish conquistadors. The lecture in Santa Monica presents the score to the 1980s classic film “Back uses indigenous sources to explore Tsecond installment of the “National to the Future” on Saturday, Nov. 12 at myths about the destruction of the Geographic Live Series – Mankind 7:30 p.m. in UCLA’s Royce Hall. city. Barbara Mundy, art historian at to Mars” on Thursday, Nov. 10 and Film and television music writer Jon Fordham University leads the lec- Friday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Burlingame will moderate a discus- ture. Brown Auditorium. 5905 National Geographic science writer sion with the film’s composer Alan Wilshire Blvd. (323)857-6000, and broadcaster Andrew Fazekas Silvestri and screenwriter/producer www.lacma.org. will lead a conversation with Bob Gale at 7 p.m. Tickets start at experts on the exploration of Mars. $15. 340 Royce Drive. www.aysym- 14 ‘Winter in Chicago’ The event includes visuals from phony.org. uthor David M. Hamlin will dis- National Geographic Channel’s new cuss his debut novel “Winter in miniseries on the red planet. Tickets AChicago” on Monday, Nov. 14 from start at $50. 1310 Eleventh St., Bluegrass Concert 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Original ans of bluegrass music are invited Santa Monica. (310)434-3200, Farmers Market, corner of Third and to a performance by The Slocan www.thebroadstage.com. Fairfax. The book is a mystery about Ramblers on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 7:30 F abuse of power set in 1975 Chicago. It p.m. at the Eli and Edythe Broad pays tribute to women who broke Stage in Santa Monica. The Slocan 11 Architecture Film glass ceilings as well as the last great xplore the life of Finnish- Ramblers have become a leading band days of rock ‘n’ roll on AM radio. American modernist architect in Canada’s roots music scene. The Freelance journalist and author Alysia EEero Saarinen (1910-1961) during Honey Whiskey Trio opens the show. Gray Painter will lead a discussion film screenings on Friday, Nov. 11 Tickets start at $40. 1310 Eleventh St., with Hamlin. There will be music by and Saturday, Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Santa Monica. (310)434-3200, Sydney Weisman and Greg Schreiner, the A + D Architecture Museum. www.thebroadstage.com. Saarinen ‘s buildings include national as well as wine and light refresh- photo by Ed Krieger historic landmarks such as St. Louis’ ments. Enter Gate 9 below the Third Gateway Arch and the General Theatre Planners presents the world premiere of the award-winning 13 ‘Breakfast Club Street clock tower. 6333 W. Third Motors Technical Center in Michigan. comedy “Waiting for Grace” running from Saturday, Nov. 12 through Street. RSVP requested to (323)804- A question and answer session with Sunday, Dec. 11 at the Odyssey Theatre. The production by Sharon Cruise-in’ 3102, or email [email protected]. Eric Saarinen follows screenings of uto enthusiasts are invited to the Sharth focuses on Grace, a successful New York actress who has “Breakfast Club Cruise-in” on “Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who always put her career first but is now ready for marriage and a baby. Saw the Future.” General admission is ASunday, Nov. 13 from 8 to 10 a.m. on 16 Senior Scam Showtimes are 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday. $20. 900 E. Fourth St. the third floor of the Petersen Stopper Seminar www.aplusd.org. Previews are on Thursday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 12 at 8 p.m. Tickets Automotive Museum’s parking struc- embers of the Park La Brea com- are $35. 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd. (323)960-7788, ture. Guests can enjoy complimentary munity are invited to a “Senior www.plays411.com/waiting. coffee and bagels, as well as rows of MScam Stopper Seminar” on 12 Holiday Arts classic, custom and exotic cars, trucks Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to and motorcycles. 6060 Wilshire Blvd. noon in the Park La Brea Activity & Crafts Fair will also feature book signings by Los Bazaar is on Saturday, Nov. 12 from (323)930-2277, www.petersen.org. he Woman’s Club of Hollywood Center Theatre. The forum is presented Angeles-based mystery writers, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Holiday decora- by the Park La Brea management, Park is holding a “Holiday Arts & chances to win private tours of his- tions, gourmet baskets, jewelry, Crafts Fair” on Saturday, Nov. 12 LaBrea Residents Association and the T toric Hollywood venues. 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County voters are all aboard subway tax

n Metro, which helped write the to the Gold Line light rail line, the Measure M paves ballot measure, will spearhead West Santa Ana light rail line, and way for major transit Measure M projects. The measure the LAX BRT Connector to Santa projects was approved by a 73.49 to 26.51 Monica.
  percent margin. Additionally, Measure M will “We obviously are thrilled. The fund new express lanes on the San voting public saw the need for bet- Diego (405) Freeway from the The Los Angeles Metropolitan ter transportation and made it hap- Santa Monica (10) Freeway to the Transportation Authority (Metro) pen,” said Pauletta Tonilas, chief Ventura (101) Freeway, as well as will move forward with dozens of communications officer for more than a dozen additional free- public transportation projects after Metro. “The people spoke and way improvement projects. Metro voters on Tuesday resoundingly approved Measure M, a county- together we made history.” will also create the Vermont Bus wide half-cent sales tax increase. Measure M will raise funds for Rapid Transit Corridor with dedi- The measure is expected to gen- more than 40 projects, including a cated bus lanes from Hollywood photo courtesy of Metro erate $120 billion over the next 40 light rail line through West Boulevard to 120th Street. Funding raised through Measure M will enable Metro to complete the years to fund subway and light rail Hollywood, the next phase of the Measure M will raise the sales next phase of the Purple Line Extension. Crews are already completing Purple Line Subway Extension tax to 9.5 percent in Los Angeles, construction, road and freeway preliminary piling work at Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. repairs, and improvements to the under Wilshire Boulevard and a West Hollywood and Beverly bus system. Measure M will also tunnel through the Sepulveda Pass Hills. It will also indefinitely Tonilas said Measure M was place for transportation projects to return a portion of money raised connecting the San Fernando extend the half-cent sales tax necessary to keep pace with public be funded by Measure M. through the sales tax increase to the Valley and the Westside. It will increase approved by voters in transportation needs in L.A. “It gives us a platform to build 88 cities within Los Angeles also provide funding for the 2008 under Measure R, which was County, which is expected to grow out the transportation projects that County, which will receive approx- Airport Rail Connector and Green scheduled to expire in 2039. The in population by 2.3 million peo- L.A. County deserves and needs,” imately $22.5 billion over the next Line Rail Extension, the Orange Measure M sales tax increase goes ple over the next 40 years. Metro Tonilas said. 40 years. Line Bus Rapid Transit Connector into effect on July 1, 2017. already has a management plan in Voters target AHF’s Proposition 61 is on track ammunition sales to help settle drug price crisis with approval of In response to “Big Pharma” and skyrocketing drug prices, Proposition 63 California voters narrowly gave
  the lead to Proposition 61 – which will require the state to pay only as much as the VA pays for medicine. People purchasing ammunition At press time, supporting votes in California will undergo greater outnumbered those in opposition, scrutiny after voters on Tuesday 51.42 percent to 48.58 percent. approved Proposition 63, which According to county officials, will require background checks and 1,076,816 voted in favor of it, permits for bullet sales, among photo by Edwin Folven while 1,017,186 voted against it. other gun control regulations. Prop. 63 will create new regulations for gun safety, including background The Drug Price Relief Act Prop. 63 requires ammunition checks for ammunition purchases. (DPRA) will require state officials $100 million to defeat the proposi- dealers to check with the and agencies to pay no more for tion. California Department of Justice ordinance approved last year. It also said. “It’s a common-sense mea- prescription drugs than the lowest Tracy Jones, executive director to ensure that people purchasing requires gun owners to notify law sure that ensures dangerous indi- federal rate – equal to what the of the AIDS Taskforce for Greater ammunition are not prohibited enforcement if firearms are lost or viduals don’t get access to ammu- Department of Veterans Affairs Cleveland, which sponsors a simi- from possessing guns and bullets, stolen, and required gun dealers to nition or possess weapons.” (VA) pays – which is approxi- lar measure in Ohio, said nation- and will require dealers to obtain a notify police if ammunition is lost Prop. 63 was spearheaded by Lt. mately 20-24 percent less than any wide spending on prescription one-year permit to sell or buy or stolen. Gov. Gavin Newsom through the state program. drugs increased more than 800 ammunition. Failing to follow The initiative was approved by Safety for All, Yes on Prop. 63 “[The proposition] would result percent between 2009 and 2013. licensing requirements would be a a 71.19 to 28.81 percent margin. It campaign committee. in significant savings to taxpayers. Vince Duffy, a spokesman for misdemeanor punishable by fines. was supported by Los Angeles Prop. 63 was opposed by gun These ballot initiatives are neces- the DPRA campaign, explained Additionally, Prop. 63 will out- City Attorney Mike Feuer, who rights proponents, including the sary and appropriate to address that the initiative will only cover law the possession of high-capacity helped author the law banning California Rifle and Pistol public concern about runaway between 3-5 million patients in ammunition magazines statewide. high-capacity magazines in Los Association, which represents the drug pricing,” Weinstein said. California. But he predicts con- The magazines were already Angeles. National Rifle Association in Opponents to the measure set a sumers will start to demand lower banned in Los Angeles under a city “Prop. 63 will save lives,” Feuer California. record by spending more than rates to cause a domino effect. 4 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Suspectsn in alleged robbery spree arrested Assailants are “It was a Good Samaritan help- Wilshire Division. Hernandez ing out a fellow citizen,” said Sgt. added that they were likely accused of incidents Jeff Bishop, with the West involved in other hold-ups. in WeHo, Wilshire Hollywood Sheriff’s Station. “It “They were happening all over, was a good witness helping a fel- but more toward the west side of
  low human being.” the division,” Hernandez said. The assailants were identified as “They also had some in West L.A. Deputies in West Hollywood brothers Aaron Nance and Hopefully, it will reduce the num- arrested three male suspects on Cameron Nance, both 22, and ber of robberies.” Oct. 31 that investigators believe Nicholas Mallory, 18. They have Bishop said the suspects targeted are responsible for more than 20 been charged with multiple counts people walking alone and robbed street robberies over the past three of robbery. The suspects are all res- them at gunpoint. They stole cell to six months. idents of Los Angeles who authori- phones, jewelry and cash. The sus- photo courtesy of the LASD The suspects were taken into ties believe were coming to West pects remain in custody. Investigators in West Hollywood are hoping auto burglary victims custody shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Hollywood and the surrounding Authorities plan to add charges if can identify and claim items believed to have been stolen by two Oct. 31 after allegedly robbing a area to commit crimes. Deputies more crimes are linked to the sus- suspects who are in custody. victim near La Brea Avenue and recovered a handgun in the sus- pects. Santa Monica Boulevard. The vic- pects’ vehicle. “We’ve been looking for them tim used a witness’ cell phone to West Hollywood investigators for several weeks,” Bishop said. call police and gave authorities a are working with detectives from “The arrests were pretty signifi- description of the suspects’ vehicle. the Los Angeles Police cant.” A short time later, deputies pulled Department’s Wilshire Division to Bishop cautioned people to Two in custody for series over their silver Audi near Sunset identify other robberies committed always be aware of their surround- Boulevard and Sunset Plaza Drive by the suspects. The men are ings and to pay attention when talk- and arrested the three suspects. believed to be responsible for three ing on cell phones in public. Investigators credited the wit- of
  WeHo auto burglaries street robberies that occurred in Anyone with information about the ness who loaned the victim a cell Los Angeles near the border of robberies is urged to call investiga- “They were phone with enabling deputies to West Hollywood on Oct. 31, said tors with the West Hollywood Two suspects were arrested on make the arrests. Det. R. Hernandez, with the Sheriff’s Station at (310)855-8850. Nov. 5 for a series of vehicle bur- occurring from glaries in parking garages in West Glendale to West Hollywood, and investigators are searching for the owners of stolen Hollywood to property that was recovered with West L.A.” Woman who pointed gun at officers gets 21-year sentence an estimated value of $15,000 to
  was shot by police on Dec. 26, 2014 first pulled out a baseball bat and $20,000. after being involved in an alterca- swung it at the victim. Sgt. Jeff Bishop, with the West -Sgt. Jeff Bishop, A woman who was shot and tion with a female motorist and offi- When police arrived, the defen- Hollywood Sheriff’s Station, said West Hollywood wounded by police after pointing a cers who responded to the scene. dant pulled out a handgun and the auto break-ins occurred over Sheriff’s Station gun at officers in the parking garage The altercation occurred at pointed it at officers, who fired and the past three to six months in res- at the Hollywood and Highland approximately 1:25 a.m. on the struck Vargas in the leg. She was idential and commercial parking center in December 2014 has been third floor of the underground park- taken to a hospital and later recov- garages on the western side of the working to identify auto burglar- sentenced to 21 years in prison. ing structure. It is unclear what ered from the gunshot wound. city. Authorities got a break in the ies in other jurisdictions that may The defendant, Diamond Shirley started the argument between Vargas had prior convictions for case recently when the suspects be linked to the suspects. Vargas, was convicted on one count Vargas and the unidentified assault and robbery, according to and their vehicle were captured “They were occurring from of felony assault with a firearm. She motorist, but authorities said Vargas reports. on security camera video at one Glendale to West Hollywood to of the crime scenes. West L.A.,” Bishop said. “They A crime bulletin was distrib- are in custody facing burglary uted to deputies in West charges.” Hollywood and authorities in sur- The suspects were identified as rounding cities. Los Angeles Christopher Paiz, 32, and Paola Police Department officers arrest- Cano, 28. Police hope burglary ed the men at an undisclosed victims can identify the property location in the Southwest that was recovered. Division, Bishop said. Bishop added that motorists The investigation led authori- should never leave personal ties to a hotel in Carson where the belongings and valuables visible suspects were staying. Detectives inside parked vehicles. recovered 40 to 50 items in the Anyone with information is hotel room that are believed to be urged to contact investigators stolen, including watches, cell with the West Hollywood phones, wallets and other person- Sheriff’s Station at (310)855- al belongings. Authorities are also 8850.

Officers accused of sexual

  assault ordered tounder stand color of authoritytrial and oral copulation by force. Valenzuela is Two former Los Angeles Police additionally charged with one count Department officers from the of assault with a firearm for Hollywood Division have been allegedly pointing a gun at one of ordered to stand trial on charges the victims. they sexually assaulted four women The victims were 19, 24, 25 and while on duty. 34 years old when the crimes Los Angeles Superior Court allegedly occurred. The former offi- Judge Rand Rubin presided over a cers were taken out of the field more two-day preliminary hearing for the than two years ago after the victims former officers that ended on complained they were sexually Monday and ruled there is enough assaulted, and were formally arrest- evidence for the defendants to stand ed and charged in February. The trial. The judge ordered them to defendants allegedly raped the return to court for an arraignment women at different locations, on Nov. 21, according to District including in their police vehicle, Attorney’s Office spokeswoman according to prosecutors. All four Jane Robison. women were arrested at different The defendants, James Nichols times by the officers for narcotics and Luis Valenzuela, both 44, were offenses. Most, but not all, of the assigned as partners when they sexual assaults occurred while the were accused of raping the victims officers were on duty, according to from December 2008 to March prosecutors. 2011. They are both charged with Nichols is being held on $3.8 mil- multiple counts of sexual assault, lion bail, while Valenzuela is being including forcible rape, rape under held on $3.7 million bail. Both men color of authority, oral copulation face life in prison if convicted. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 November 10, 2016 6 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Former co-owner of Huntington Meats and Sausages mourned      who will be missed. 1970 convertible Chevrolet “He was like a brother to me,” Corvette Stingray that was also on Members of the community are Cascone said. “We were really display at the last Gilmore mourning the death of Dan Vance, close.” Heritage Auto Show. Vance longtime co-owner of Huntington Vance was also a longtime vin- attended other car shows as well, Meats and Sausage at the Original tage auto enthusiast who was a including an annual show in Farmers Market, who died on Oct. mainstay at the annual Gilmore Laughlin, Nevada. 6 of natural causes at the age of 70. Heritage Auto Show since the “Cars were his love,” Cascone Jim Cascone, current owner of event was founded 22 years ago. said. “Especially his ’56.” Huntington Meats, said Vance had Vance owned a 1956 Chevrolet Cascone said one of the things been ill in the weeks before his Bel Air that he displayed every he will miss most about Vance is death. Vance, of Temple City, was year at the show. his “sharp wit” and sense of co-owner of Huntington Meats “I got my first car before I could humor. Although the pair some- and Sausages for 30 years and was drive and had a license,” Vance times had differences, they never well known at the Market. said in an interview with the Park let them get in the way of their Vance started the business in Labrea News and Beverly Press friendship. San Marino with former partner prior to the Gilmore Heritage “He and I would have our little Jim Welliver and moved to the Auto Show last June. “I’ve been confrontations, but a half-hour Farmers Market in 1986. Cascone, to every Gilmore car show and got later, it would all go away,” photo courtesy of Cynthia Vance who has co-owned Huntington a trophy from the first one. I have Cascone said. “He was a good Dan Vance and his wife Cindy participated in the Gilmore Heritage Auto Meats and Sausages since 2000, pretty much always had a [vintage friend. It was a blow to hear he Show each year at the Original Farmers Market. The couple is pictured said he bought Vance’s share in car]. It was a ’59 Corvette in the passed away.” with his beloved 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. the business approximately a year first car show. I also had a ’57 Vance is survived by his wife ago, but Vance remained as a Thunderbird and a ’56 Chevy Bel Cindy; sons Donny, Ronny and grandchildren. A celebration of Vance family asked that any dona- “consultant.” Cascone added that Air.” Lonny; daughter Tammy Ross; six Vance’s life was held on Nov. 3 at tions be made in Vance’s name to Vance was a close personal friend In 2006, Vance sold Cascone a grandchildren and nine great the Original Farmers Market. The the American Cancer Society.

Amendment rights.” tamount to a whole lot of corrup- be applied for the donations. WeHo to restrict campaign contribution Jenkins also raised questions of tion.” “I think the five of us have said some really important things about    
  practicality, and said they might be In response, D’Amico said there is Instead they leaned toward an creating a “solution in search of a no clear indication to residents that closing down assumptions about option that would restrict payments problem.” those contracts “don’t automatically how we do business,” D’Amico The West Hollywood City Council during a bid and then a specified “The goal is to prevent the appear- come with $500 checks to our cam- added. this week considered new measures period of time afterward – which will ance or the actuality of corruption paign.” The council also approved another the city can take to eliminate the be determined at a later meeting. arising from people who want to “A lot of people assume they do,” motion that will lower the threshold potential for and the appearance of Councilman John Duran ques- have a contract with this city attempt- he said. “That every person who gets for reporting behested contributions, corruption. The council members tioned if the limits are practical con- ing to influence the decision makers a contract to fill the pothole or fix the which are payments made for leg- unanimously agreed that campaign sidering dozens of contracts are in terms of either giving them a con- streetlight or build the building, or islative, governmental or charitable contributions should be limited when approved each week without the city tract or perhaps even enhancing the whatever it is we give out, comes purposes that are made “at the behest they come from an individual or council members familiarizing them- contract in some way, by giving you with a $500 donation. Clearly, it of a city official.” The state’s thresh- business that seeks a contract with selves with every person or compa- each $500, which as you know is a doesn’t.” old is $5,000, but the new code will the city, however specifics will be ny’s name, and he said candidates small amount and which you have He pointed to contract require- lower it to $1,000 for West determined after the city attorney don’t vote on contracts anyway. already acknowledged seldom hap- ments such as a ban on discriminato- Hollywood. Duran and Heilman writes a new ordinance. “They might not have the benefit pen,” he said. “I don’t think anyone ry actions for the business involved voted against it, saying they prefer to “If we set up a process for not of tracking our agendas and research- thinks that a $500 contribution is tan- in the contract. He said the same can adhere to the state’s threshold. allowing campaign contributions ing all the agendas to find out if from businesses or individuals who they’re accidentally in violation,” he want money from us, that provides said. an additional layer of transparency Additionally, the council recog- for how we do our business,” nized that the measure would hurt Councilman John D’Amico said. candidates more than incumbents, Campaign contributions are limit- considering it typically takes more ed to $500 in West Hollywood and time for them to raise comparable the city’s Ethics Reform Task Force funds. did not recommend limiting those Instead, they decided the “onus” types of contributions because they should be put on the entity that wants determined it was not a significant the contract with the city. The city issue in the city. But Councilwoman attorney will draft language to insert Lindsey Horvath said it is a general into the city’s request for proposal “good government practice” that forms for contracts that exceed they should consider. $50,000, explaining the limit on con- The city clerk checks contribution tributions during the bid and contract reports to determine if any company period. In addition, a provision will or individual surpassed the $500 be added that any violation by a limit, but the office does not search prospective contractor results in their for companies that are bidding for bid being disqualified and terminat- contracts with the city. The council ed. agreed it would be too tedious and City Attorney Mike Jenkins cau- time consuming to add that responsi- tioned that the council doesn’t violate bility to the clerk’s duties. They also federal law. promoted a handful of hypothetical “This is an easier subject to talk situations that would create more about in conceptual terms than it is in issues, rather than fix the first one. real terms,” he said. “Nobody dis- For example, if a company that is agrees that it’s an important value to contracted for a street sign was up for ensure the electoral process is free renewal, it wouldn’t be fair if their from the taint of either corruption or competitors could contribute while the perception of corruption. The they couldn’t. tricky part of this is that we’re deal- “That, to me, seems kind of ing with something that the Supreme crazy,” said Mayor Pro Tem John Court has – for better or worse – Heilman. determined to be an exercise of First

photo by Gregory Cornfield From left, Councilwoman Lindsey Horvath, Councilman John D’Amico and Mayor Lauren Meister listen to testimony at city council chambers. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 November 10, 2016

effect in July 2018. The city sched- saries. According to Neuman, the L.A. voters to decide how to regulate cannabis in 2017 uled three public hearings on mari- city has been successful at gaining juana regulation. the UCBA’s support by incorporat-  
   obtaining licenses to sell marijuana ed protections most industries have. “The vast majority of people in ing its interests into the CERTA. and fines for operating without “It’s a lot of stick and not much the room were cannabis advo- “The goal is to bring order to the On Tuesday, Proposition 64 them. Licenses will be needed to carrot,” said Craig Scott, president cates,” Scott said. “There were a confusion that currently exists,” passed by 17 points making own and operate a dispensary, as of Brownie Mary Democratic Club few people who had problems with Neuman said. “Importantly, the California the largest state in the well as cultivating, manufacturing, of Los Angeles County. “It’s a lot of cannabis and thought it was the council’s ballot measure also country to legalize recreational distributing, shipping or generating taxation and penalties, without any cause of all evil. People also com- accommodates key concerns con- marijuana. Now comes the hard revenue from cannabis. CERTA indication of how they’re going to plained about litter, but I personally tained in the competing measure part. sets maximum criminal and civil regulate the number of dispen- live a block from a dispensary, and placed on the same ballot by indus- Public officials have the her- penalties for violations that include saries, rules and many other compa- I see a lot more litter from the 99 try activists, who we now expect to culean task of pulling a billion-dol- a $100 fee for every $1,000 in sales, nies in this industry: delivering ser- Cent Store and the Burger King.” shift their support to ours.” lar industry into the mainstream with each day in violation constitut- vices, manufacturing for edibles, CERTA is not the only option for The UCBA could not be reached economy. ing a separate offense. It would also creams and other things. Also culti- voters. The United Cannabis for comment but its measure will The Los Angeles City Council, enable the Los Angeles Department vation, there’s hardly ever any men- Business Alliance Trade remain on the March ballot even if before election day, had a regula- of Water and Power to discontinue tion of that and other businesses. Association (UCBA) has its own the association publicly endorses tion and taxation plan drafted on the utilities to any property found vio- CERTA could be good, I just don’t measure which would grandfather the CERTA. ballot for the Los Angeles County lating regulations. know. It depends on what the next existing dispensaries, allow them to For information on the public municipal elections on Mar. 7, Some feel the proposed measure step is,” Scott said. operate in some non-residential hearings, visit www.opnc.org/pub- 2017. The measure, known as is a non-comprehensive attempt to Proposition D will stay on the zones and specify more stringent lic-hearings-on-marijuana-regula- CERTA (Cannabis Enforcement, secure tax revenue without expect- books before new regulation takes fines on non-permitted dispen- tions/ Taxation and Regulation Act), calls for maximum daily criminal and civil fines and other penalties for unlicensed cannabis dispensaries ™ and other businesses beginning July 31, 2018. In May 2013, Angelenos passed Proposition D, which regulated medical marijuana dispensaries in the city. Afterwards City Attorney Mike Feuer shut down more than 800 dispensaries. “The cannabis tax and enforce- ment measure the city council placed on the March 2017 ballot lays the groundwork for a process leading to a new city regulatory program for the industry that will replace the 2013 Measure D approach,” said Paul Michael Neuman, spokesman for Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th District. “That process of developing regulations and laws, which will address the full range of cannabis business activities and involve input from both L.A.’s communities and industry partici- pants, also will accommodate Proposition 64 and state regulations approved in 2015.” CERTA stipulates rules for

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Play shows struggles veterans face returning home Veterans to be honored at The American Legion Post 43 in Hollywood presents the world pre- miere of “Everything In Between,” a Beverly Hills breakfast production running Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Dec. 4 at the Post’s historic building at 2035 N. Highland Ave. The production focuses on four generations of veterans dealing with their own challenges who collabo- rate to help a young man coming home from the war in Afghanistan. “Invisible injuries, often with dev- astating consequences, follow our soldiers back home,” said playwright Rebecca Stahl. “I have always had a story in my head about different gen- erations of veterans from all branch- photo by Ed Krieger es of the military coming together to help one another heal. It’s about the human condition we all share and Director John DiFusco added that where these gaps are non-existent. the specific condition that veterans the production informs people about This is what attracted me to the play. photo courtesy of the Disabled Veteran Business Alliance share, along with the hope that things struggles veterans face. In spite of any personal emotional In recognition of their selfless service and volunteerism, the com- are somehow going to get better.” “We came back from Vietnam baggage, older veterans seeing a munity will roll out the red carpet for our nation’s finest on Veterans The play stars Tania Verafield and alone. The term PTSD was devel- need and taking action.” Day. The Disabled Veteran Business Alliance (DVBA) will host the Jaimyon Parker (pictured), as well as oped from our experience and this “Everything In Between” opens at annual Salute to Veterans Day Breakfast on Friday at the Beverly Karl Risinger, J, Kenneth Campbell, often created barriers between us and 8 p.m. on Nov. 11. Regular show- Hilton Hotel. The breakfast honors service members – past, present Rachel Boller, Campbell De Silva, our fathers and uncles who had times are 8 p.m., Friday and and future – for their dedication to the United States. Caron Strong, Fred Hirz and Johnny served in World War II. We were Saturday; 3 p.m., Sunday. Tickets The DVBA will also bring together elite members of the D. Risinger said the production is a labeled drug addicts, losers and cry- $25; $10 for active military members Hollywood community, business leaders and Veteran entrepreneurs. way for the Post to observe Veterans babies,” said John DiFusco, a and veterans. For information, visit More than 100 men and women will take the oath of service into the Day and pay tribute to those who Vietnam War veteran. “Rebecca www.brownpapertickets.com/event/ five branches of the armed forces. have served. Stahl captures today’s vet world 2709880. DBVA will also present the Charles Durning Patriotism Award for outstanding support of Veterans, the Tommy Lasorda Award for major support of Veterans in the world of competitive sports and the Louis Zamperinti Award for disabled Veteran business owners. Actress, singer and humanitarian Connie Stevens will receive the WeHo aims to link veterans with home loans Disabled Veteran Business Alliance USO Lifetime Achievement
  active duty members of the armed dominium associations so they can Award. Other honored guests include actor Justin Chambers of services. Approximately 43 percent get on the VA-approved list,” “Grey’s Anatomy”; actor Gerald McRaney of “The A-Team”; actor The West Hollywood City are 65 or older. Lovano added. Robert Patrick of “X-Files”; actress and producer Lindsay Wagner; Council is trying to help veterans “The plan is to send out the infor- For information, visit www.ben- producer, Oscar contender and Critics Choice Award nominee Will find a home through an educational mation to the homeowner and con- efits.va.gov/homeloans. Allen; actor, and USAF Veteran and producer David Christopher. The campaign aimed at linking them USO Show Troupe will perform at this year’s breakfast as well. with the Department of Veterans Red carpet arrivals begin at 8 a.m., and the ceremony starts at 9:30 Affairs (VA) Home Loan Program. a.m. The event will be at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, located at 9876 The council approved a measure Wilshire Blvd. on Monday that directs staff to con- duct outreach with condominium and homeowner associations to educate members about the VA loan program. The program helps active service members, veterans Project Petstrong helps veterans and surviving spouses become homeowners by linking them with lenders that offer loans at lower andPAWS/LA their (Pets Arecompanion Wonderful ically and animals socially active – key fac- interest rates. The VA guarantees a Support Los Angeles), a nonprofit tors for preventing veteran suicide. portion of the loan, but the proper- that has been assisting low-income According to research conducted ties must be registered with the VA pet guardians in Los Angeles since by PAWS/LA, there are as many as prior to being purchased. The goal 1989, will launch Project Petstrong, 6,000 low-income veterans with is to familiarize associations with a new program for veterans with PTSD in Los Angeles County who the rules, said Andi Lovano, project PTSD, on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. rely on a service, emotional support development administrator for the Project Petstrong is the first pro- or therapy animal to cope with the city of West Hollywood. gram in Los Angeles County dedi- effects of PTSD. More than 70 per- Lovano said the outreach will cated to assisting low-income veter- cent of the veterans expressed a sig- likely occur over the coming ans with PTSD in caring for com- nificant need for assistance with the months, although no timeframe has panion pets. It offers free services care of companion pets. been established. Staff from the that ease the financial, physical and “Loneliness is crippling and our city’s Rent Stabilization and emotional challenges of providing companion animals help fight that Housing Division will contact the for a companion animal. loneliness,” said Kevin L., 55, Air associations and notify them about Studies conducted around the Force veteran, who has a compan- the VA’s rules. country indicate that companion ion dog, Bella. “I first met Bella at The VA generally requires 30 to animals help veterans with PTSD one of the loneliest and darkest 45 days to complete the registration thrive. A recent University of Texas times in my life. I was a homeless process, which costs $850. study reported that veterans with U.S. veteran for 28 years, I had Associations must submit bylaws, pets experience improvements in been living with HIV for close to management agreements and other overall happiness, ability to cope three decades, PAWS/LA was there documents pertaining to the proper- with stress and relationships with when we needed help and I will ties to the VA. City officials esti- others. Animals also help trauma- always be grateful for the free pet mate that 25 percent of West tized veterans overcome emotional food, supplies, toys, housing sup- Hollywood housing units are con- disconnect. port and veterinary care they pro- dominiums. Participants in the study reported vided to make Bella better.” According to West Hollywood’s that the bonds they formed with For information visit 2013 Community Study, the city is pets enabled them to be more phys- www.pawsla.org/veterans. home to 955 civilian veterans and 9

WeHoWest Hollywood recognizes is holding a officials,veterans staff and firstat respondersmemorial,cil chambers. ceremony presentation of wreaths on Veterans for a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 The city’s Veterans Day pro- Day, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. at the Sal a.m. in the West Hollywood City gram, “Honoring and Supporting Guarriello Veterans’ Memorial at Council Chambers at the West Veterans,” will recognize people the corner of Santa Monica Hollywood Library, 625 N. San who have served in the armed Boulevard and Holloway Drive. Vicente Blvd. A free shuttle will forces. For information, call Following the presentation, the provide transportation at 10:30 a.m. (323)848-6479, or visit community is invited to join city from the memorial to the city coun- www.weho.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 November 10, 2016

were in attendance during council’s Tuesday morning session. “Many tenants don’t know their Tenants rights strengthened rights,” said Carlos Aguilar, direc- tor of organizing and tenant/healthy homes outreach of the Coalition of   
  by eliminating ‘cashsome landlords for have keys’ been offering Economic Survival. “And we evicted tenants less money than believe this problem is more wide- The Los Angeles City Council they were entitled to under the Ellis spread.” voted unanimously on Nov. 8 to Act, and may not have given them Mark Simon, of the Los Angeles direct the city attorney to draft an enough time to move out as Tenant’s Union, said the lack of ordinance that will require land- required by law. They have used documentation hurts tenants when lords to give tenants their rights these tactics to evict rent-controlled they try to seek legal recourse. before subjecting them to buyout tenants in order to raise rents or “Every single week I see such offers. build luxury housing. flagrant abuse by this ‘cash for The ordinance will be designed This exploitation has victimized keys,’” he said. to crack down on “cash for keys” “hundreds, if not thousands” of ten- While the council waits to abuses, in which some landlords ants in Los Angeles, according to approve the tenant notification have been accused of ousting ten- Koretz. ordinance, the housing committee photo by Bob Freeman ants by exploiting their Ellis Act will also initiate motions or recom- rights. “Every single week mendations that stipulate that new “This is a problem that continues housing developments that replace Chastain cements her success at to go on,” said Councilman Paul I see such flagrant rent-controlled housing must offer Koretz, 5th District, who is vice abuse by this at least the same number of rent- controlled units that it is displacing. TCL Chinese Theatre chair of the housing committee. “It ‘cash for keys.’” Actress Jessica Chastain placed her handprints and footprints in cement is urgent we finalize this ordi- They also hope to initiate new reg- in the forecourt of the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on Nov. 3. Chastain ulations that define the terms land- nance.” has been nominated twice for Academy Awards for “Zero Dark Thirty” The Ellis Act was meant to allow Mark Simon lords can apply to units that have and “The Help.” She stars next in John Madden’s drama “Miss Sloane,” landlords to leave the landlord busi- Los Angeles Tenant’s Union been vacated through the Ellis Act. ness if they were losing money, “These recommendations are which opens on Friday, Nov. 11. Chastain portrays a political strategist according to Koretz’s office. Their just a start in terms of what we need who exposes the world of Washington D.C. lobbyists on both sides of the tenants were supposed to receive a The housing committee devel- to do to protect vulnerable renters,” gun debate. Other films starring Chastain include “The Huntsman: monetary settlement and a fair oped the ordinance with input from Koretz said in a statement released Winter’s War,” “Crimson Peak” and “A Most Violent Year.” The TCL amount of time to move out. members of tenant and landlord after this month’s housing commit- Chinese Theatre is located at 6925 Hollywood Blvd. For information, visit But tenant advocacy groups say advocacy groups, some of whom tee meeting. www.tclchinesetheatres.com.

Legislators explore election reform State Senators Tony Mendoza (D-Artesia) Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) and Robert Hertzberg (D-Van Nuys) last week held a joint hearing of the Senate Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments and the Senate Committee on Governance and Finance, which explored approach- es to improve governance in the county of Los Angeles. The hearing examined whether Californians, especially those residing in high-population counties, would be better served by expanded governing boards or an elected county executive. The hearing demonstrated that counties are established by the state that and their governance is constantly subject to state statutory changes. This occurred most recently in Senate Bill 958, which changed Los Angeles’ redistricting system. Also, expert witnesses agreed that L.A. County’s Board of Supervisors should separate its executive and legislative func- tions and that a county executive position should be created, whether it is elected or appointed. Furthermore, a number of witnesses strongly supported the need to expand the L.A. County Board of Supervisors for two reasons: first, to ensure that currently represented “protected groups” such as African Americans, continue to be represented on the board given the changing demographics of the county, and to provide better representation to addi- tional “protected groups” such as Asian Americans and Latinos the who are currently underrepresented. “I intend to follow up with a legislative proposal that will make LA County’s Board of Supervisors more representative and responsive to its constituents, while also creating a county executive, both with strict cost controls and adequate implementation time for these changes,” Mendoza said. “I look forward to listening carefully to all parties to ensure that we bring consensus to the issue and that this change, the first of its kind in 150 years, will bring about a more just and democratic system of governance for the residents of Los Angeles County.” WeHo creates video to show the benefitsThe city of West ofHollywood ‘finishing has produced “Finish the the line’ Line!,” a 60-sec- ond animated video showing the benefits of a proposal to extend the Metro Crenshaw/LAX light-rail line through West Hollywood. The light rail line is anticipated to connect to the Metro Red Line station in Hollywood. The proposed line would provide north-south connections and enhance the existing Metro regional rail network. “Finish the Line” shows how the line will connect regional destinations and landmarks. It provides an illustrated map for viewers to envision how a new rail line extension would shape the future, allow people to leave cars and traffic behind and travel around the region more efficiently. The video is posted on the WeHoTV YouTube Channel at cwww.youtu.be/nPenhILOd0M and on the city’s Facebook and Twitter pages. The West Hollywood City Council approved a plan in late 2015 to con- duct outreach and form partnerships to support the proposed Northern Extension of the Metro Crenshaw/LAX light rail line. During the past sev- eral months, the city’s Community Development Department has been working with West Hollywood Advocates for Metro Rail and the All on Board Coalition to build support for the extension through West Hollywood. For information, visit www.whamrail.com, or www.allonboardcoali- tion.com. For information about the city’s efforts to bring a Metro light rail extension through West Hollywood, call Joanna Hankamer in West Hollywood’s Community Development Department at (323)848-6395, or email [email protected]. 10 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Bloom again in Death Penalty amended, not abolished 33rd Congressional District likes Lieu Incumbent Ted Lieu will return H e n r y 50th District Californians on Tuesday opted not to abolish the death penalty, but voted for a proposition to amend and streamline the system. Proposition to Congress to represent the 33rd Waxman. Incumbent Assemblyman 62 would have ended the state’s 38-year capital punishment regulations District after he took home more Looking Richard Bloom reclaimed the 50th and reduced the sentences of 750 current death row inmates to life with- than 66 percent of the vote to defeat to his sec- District in convincing fashion, out parole. The proposition garnered 46.1 percent of the vote. challenger Dr. Kenneth Wright. ond term, defeating challenger and Park La Proposition 66, which is likely to pass, aims to speed up the appeals Wright, an ophthalmologist who Lieu said Brea resident Matthew Gene process in capital punishment cases by increasing the number of attor- founded the Wright Center in L.A. he will Craffey 75 percent to 25 percent, neys available and setting time limits on filing petitions, appointing to help reduce blindness and eye continue respectively. attorneys and the length of appellate trials. The average appellate disorders in children, entered the to advo- cate for cyber security. He said the In his first run for political office, process takes more than a decade, and often more than 20 years. race because he believes citizens Craffey said he hoped to bring bal- California’s system of capital punishment currently costs the state country’s cyber defenses are “not should be more involved in govern- what they should be” as the world ance to the Legislature that has fea- approximately $150 million per year. Proposition 66 may decrease ment and defines himself as a pro- tured a Democratic majority since many of the costs by limiting the number and length of appeals, but may engages more and more in a new end up adding costs through salaries for additional attorneys and admin- gressive Republican, though he has domain of warfare. He said he will 1997. He wanted to improve edu- never run for public office. cation standards and results by istrative costs involved in enacting the changes under the proposition’s continue to build relationships with Lieu, a Democrat, spent 2005- reforming teacher evaluations and timeframe. Republican colleagues to continue 2014 in the State Legislature before said he would have a “hands off” Of the 930 inmates who have been sentenced to death in California the government’s progression. philosophy when it comes to indus- since 1978, only 15 have been executed, the last one in 2006. he succeeded former Congressman try regulation. Bloom, who served on trans- portation budget committees, is a big supporter of Measure M and said he is doing his part to advance driverless technologies at the state level. He said they are also working to encourage other technologies that could improve sustainability, but “in the case of autonomous vehicles, that future is within sight.” Bloom said he looks forward to returning to office.

Voters defeat proposed reforms to DWP

A ballot measure that would have restructured the governance and administration of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (DWP) narrowly missed passage on Tuesday 51.68 percent to 48.32 percent, according to the Los Angeles County Registrar- Recorder/County Clerk’s office. The measure would have given the DWP’s governing board more power over contracts and hiring, reduced red tape and doubled the budget of the Office of Public Accountability. “It’s not earth-shattering, but I think it’s pretty disappointing,” said Jack Humphreville, president of the DWP Advocacy Committee for the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council. “I thought there were some positive aspects to it, giving the board more members and leverage, allowing them to establish their own human resources department apart from city’s dysfunctional personnel department.” The proposition’s failure has frustrated those who aimed for changes to the nation’s largest pub- lic utility. “It will be business as usual. It’s disconcerting. The city will contin- ue to milk DWP,” Humphreville said. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 November 10, 2016

Hollywood Police Activities MetroThe Los offers Angeles County updateswill be detoured on at La BreaPurple Avenue, TheLine closures subway are from 4 a.m. on Metropolitan Transportation and local access will be maintained Nov. 12 through 6 a.m. on Nov. 14. Authority (Metro) has provided on Wilshire Boulevard. Work hours for drilling and pile set- League supporters recognized updates on Purple Line Extension Additionally, westbound ting are 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. construction running from Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced Construction support activities will Saturday, Nov. 12 through Monday, to two lanes between Hauser occur from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. All Nov. 14. Boulevard and Curson Avenue, work has received permits and Drilling, pile setting and concrete leading up to the full closure. approvals. Access for pedestrians pouring for a future subway station Eastbound Wilshire Boulevard will will be maintained outside the con- will continue in the also be reduced to one lane from struction zone. Wilshire/Fairfax area. The con- Crescent Heights Boulevard to Construction will result in struction area is from Wilshire Fairfax Avenue. Turns will be changes to bus routes and bus Boulevard and Ogden Drive to restricted from Fairfax Avenue on stops, and Metro will post signs Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax to Wilshire Boulevard. Left turn about alternative boarding loca- Avenue. restrictions will be in place on tions. The construction hotline to Westbound Wilshire Boulevard northbound Ogden Drive and report problems is (213)922-6934. will be closed between Curson Spaulding Avenue at Wilshire For information, call Avenue and Fairfax Avenue. Traffic Boulevard. (323)GOMETRO.

Vision Zero changes Request for Qualifications The Los Angeles Department of The application takes approxi- jects or interventions, and conduct Transportation (LADOT) and the mately 20–30 minutes to complete, final evaluation activities that will Department of Cultural Affairs after completing a cover letter and accomplish the goals and deliver- (DCA) last week released an securing references. All organiza- ables outlined in the grant agree- photo courtesy of the 13th District Council Office updated request for qualifications tions or individuals within the tar- ment. To download the application, Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell (left), 13th District, (RFQ) for community-based out- geted community are also invited please visit : Vision Zero Los recently joined actress Pauley Perrette and Sgt. Darrell Davis, of the reach and education to support the to apply. Angeles releases RFQ for LAPD’s Hollywood Division, at a ceremony at the Taglyan Cultural city’s commitment to Vision Zero. The community-based education Community-Based Organizations. Complex celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Hollywood Police Since the release of the initial and outreach efforts that are funded Activities League (PAL). Perrette and Davis were honored for their RFQ on Oct. 17, some program- through this program may be involvement with PAL, a community-based crime prevention pro- ming partners sent new informa- accomplished by performing one gram offered by the Hollywood Division that provides young people tion resulting in an increase in total or several of the following strate- WHAT IF I with positive alternatives to gangs and drugs. Hollywood PAL serves funds available by $50,000, to gies: Developing community-spe- more than 500 at-risk youth ages 6-17 with activities such as martial $300,000. cific traffic safety education mate- arts and fitness training, arts activities, scholarships and more. Ten high-fatality corridors on the rials using local and cultural DO NO “Hollywood PAL epitomizes the spirit of the community,” city’s High-Injury Network will be vocabulary; Leading interactive O’Farrell said. “Even as the area has grown and evolved, the passion- identified as Vision Zero Priority activities that involve participation ESTATE ate activism of the Hollywood community has never gone away.” Corridors, primarily based on by residents in the area; Creative For information about Hollywood PAL, visit where engineering and enforce- interventions along the identified PLANNING? www.hollywoodpal.org. ment solutions are planned for corridor(s), that may include (but f you die intestate (without a implementation. are not limited to) graphics, visu- will), then California’s laws of Each Vision Zero Priority als, or temporal projects that raise descent and distribution will Corridor will receive up to approx- awareness on the issue of traffic determine who receives your proper- imately $30,000 to fund organiza- safety. Iterative processes that Ity by default. Contrary to popular tional activities for this education develop a project using ongoing, belief, if you die without a will, Prop. 56 approval raises and outreach effort. continual engagement to inform everything you own does not auto- Application worksheets are and refine a finished product matically pass to the state. Typically, available online with an updated and/or program. the distribution will be to your spouse Q&A document, and the applica- Selected applicants will conduct and children and then to other family taxProposition on 56 supporterstobacco hailed taxes, sales smoking rates have gone tion deadline has been extended to initial baseline activities, develop members. The state’s plan reflects the voters’ approval to raise down, and the U.S. Surgeon Nov. 11 by 4 p.m. and implement educational pro- legislature’s guess as to how most California’s tobacco tax for the first General said this is especially true people would dispose of their estate time in nearly two decades as a his- among kids. and establishes protections for cer- toric victory for California and The tobacco industry has spent tain beneficiaries, particularly minor turning point in the battle against over $200 million in the past 10 children. The rules of “intestate suc- the tobacco industry. Voters years to kill tobacco taxes. Tobacco Boys & Girls Clubs thank cession” may or may not reflect your approved the measure and rejected companies spend $9 billion annual- actual wishes. Estate planning the tobacco companies’ $70 million ly to market their products. affords you the opportunity to alter campaign against the initiative. Smoking kills more than 40,000 benefactors at gala the state’s default plan to suit your Prop 56 will increase California’s Californians each year, and smok- personal preferences. cigarette tax by 2 dollars per pack, ing-related healthcare costs Disposition Outside The Will with an equivalent increase on California taxpayers $3.5 billion It is important to understand that the products containing nicotine each year. Each year, nearly 17,000 transfer of your property after your derived from tobacco, including e- California kids get hooked on death may be determined by some- cigarettes. In every other state that tobacco, one-third of whom will die thing other than the laws of intestacy, has significantly raised cigarette from tobacco-related diseases. even when you die without a will. Title to certain categories of property may pass outside the probate estate. Generally, upon your death, your half of any community property presump- Online star who claimed he was tively belongs to your surviving spouse. Additionally, if you own property with another person as joint tenants with right of survivorship, the attackedThe Los Angeles Countyin WeHo District men sentenced had assaulted the defendant. property will pass directly to the Attorney’s Office has announced Prosecutors said McSwiggan remaining joint tenant upon your that Calum McSwiggan, who is damaged a car mirror and bumper known for online posts and videos on a vehicle parked nearby that death and will not be part of your probate estate (it will, however, be a about LGBT topics, pleaded guilty belonged to one of the men. photo by Vince Bucci on Nov. 7 to vandalizing a car in Deputies arrested McSwiggan and part of your taxable estate). Effective Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) honored members and planning requires a knowledge of the June in West Hollywood. took him to the West Hollywood alumni at the annual “Great Futures Gala” on Nov. 3 at the Beverly McSwiggan, 26, entered a guilty Sheriff’s Station for booking. consequences of each property inter- Wilshire Hotel. est and type of ownership. plea to one felony count of vandal- While McSwiggan was at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America trustees Steve Mosko and Eric ism with over $400 in damage. The sheriff’s station, authorities said he Shanks, president, COO and executive producer of FOX Sports, co- Kramer Law defendant was sentenced to three struck himself in the face with the chaired the event. Actor and comedian Jay Mohr served as master of years of felony probation and 52 receiver of a telephone located in a ceremonies, and director and producer Justin Lin gave the keynote Group anger management counseling ses- holding cell. He was taken to a hos- speech. Pictured from left are Lin, BGCA 2016 National Youth of the sions. McSwiggan also paid $7,000 pital for treatment, and later posted Year Jocelyn W., 2015 National Youth of the Year Whitney S., and Stephen W. Kramer in restitution. a photo online of his injuries in an Jim Clark, BGCA president and CEO. 5858 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 205 The defendant claimed he was alleged attempt to make it appear as BGCA operates more than 4,200 clubs throughout the United Los Angeles, CA 90036 physically assaulted by three men though he had been physically States that serve nearly 4 million young people annually. The clubs (323)964-7100 on June 27 at a nightclub in the assaulted. McSwiggan said it was a a participating member of provide a safe place for youth with adult mentors and youth develop- AARP 8900 block of Santa Monica hate crime, but investigators found ment programs, particularly during non-school hours. For informa- Union courtesy Privilege Boulevard. When deputies arrived, no evidence that a hate crime tion, visit www.bgca.org. extended they found no evidence that the occurred. Network 12 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

carnitas Michoacan, pollo fresco en count at El Torito restaurants Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of El Torito Veterans Day adobo, grilled chicken or steak faji- throughout the year. 3360 Ocean the band Kiss will honor service VETERANS n Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. tas, chicken and sour cream enchi- Park Blvd., Santa Monica. members and first responders on 11 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., all ladas, the street taco trio or a carne (310)450-8665, www.eltorito.com. Veterans Day, Nov. 11 at their DAY EVENTS Oactive and retired military person- asada burrito. The special is avail- restaurant Rock & Brews in El & Other Restaurant News nel may select one complimentary able to military members who dine Segundo. Veterans, service mem- item from a special Veterans Day in uniform or show military identi- Rock & Brews bers and first responders with valid By Jill Weinlein menu of two-item combination fication. Additionally, military per- plates at El Torito. Choose from sonnel will receive a 20 percent dis- thanks veterans See Restaurant News page 13

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Thai chiles and chopped green Pok Pok onions, and a super-pungent Northern Thai salad. The sour cured and spicy pork fried ribs Sugar, spice and everything nice served with peanuts, ginger and a small slice of cool cabbage was the tastiest dish. Of course Singha beer was on hand to quench the heat. The culinary experience at the Once we sat down at communal Thai restaurant Pok Pok is very tables, under very bright overhead authentic and is exemplified even lights, we started with a central in the water. A pandanus leaf is Thai specialty papaya salad with dropped in the glass, as is done Thai chiles creating a lot of heat, often in Northern Thailand, giving calling for more sips of Singha it a toasted rice, vanilla and grassy beer. essence. We were invited to Pok Plump sausages laced with herbs Pok to celebrate James Beard and doused with curry powder and award-winning chef Andy Ricker, By Jill Weinlein aromatics were topped with khaep being honored as the Thai Culinary muu (Thai pork rinds) and steamed Ambassador by the Thailand green and black crudités tied in Tourism Authority. knots to offer a coolness. Ricker is a brilliant chef who Plates of Ike’s Vietnamese fish made a name for himself in the open his first Pok Pok. He did all the sauce chicken wings were deliv- United States for bringing true renovations himself before intro- ered. Ricker’s long-time friend and Southeast Asian and Thai pub and ducing the city to his authentic Thai Pok Pok Portland employee, Ich street food to the American palate. cuisine in 2004. It was different than (Ike) Truong, shared this recipe that As a teenager in Vermont, Ricker any other restaurant in Portland, and Ricker enhanced. Biting into a worked in restaurants as a dish- the community embraced the new crunchy, deep fried wing there is a photo by Jill Weinlein washer. In his 20s, he lived in Vail, dishes and flavors. sweetness, combined with a salti- Colorado and then traveled around With his success in Portland, he ness that is an extraordinary pleas- Ike’s Vietnamese fish sauce chicken wings are a signature dish at Pok the world learning about new sights, was nominated and won the James ing flavor profile. It’s unlike any- Pok. Named after chef Ricker’s friend, Ich Truong, the wings can be smells and cuisine. Thailand Beard Foundation Award: Best thing I have ever tasted. ordered spicy. seduced him with its beauty, colors Chef, Northwest for Pok Pok. Later Most of the food here is meant to and flavors. Eventually at the age of he opened a Pok Pok in New York be eaten family-style with everyone bourbon ice cream and cola float of Thailand,” available to purchase 27, Ricker landed in Portland, City and earned a Michelin star, sharing the dishes on the table. with a amarena cherry on top. on your way out. Oregon and noticed there wasn’t and now he has a Pok Pok in the Bowls of authentic sticky rice, For those who would like to Pop Pok is open for dinner at 6 much of an ethnic food scene in the Mandarin Plaza in downtown Los Jasmine rice and coconut rice help replicate many of the dishes at p.m. weekdays. On Saturday and late 1990s. As a painting contractor Angeles. cut the heat, as does more beer. home, Chef Ricker has published Sunday lunch is served starting at in Portland, he continued to revisit Ricker prepares Thai food just as Another authentic tasting chick- his first cookbook – “Pok Pok: 12 to 3 p.m. and then dinner at 5 Thailand to study its food culture they do in Thailand. The Los en dish is Mary’s roasted natural Food and Stories from the Streets, p.m. $$ 978 N. Broadway before raising enough money to Angeles restaurant is similar in chicken stuffed with lemongrass, Homes, and Roadside Restaurants (213)613-1831. decor to his Portland location, with garlic, pepper and cilantro. It’s an Asian-funk 70s feel. The restau- served with a sweet, spicy and sour from Acapulco’s special Veterans rant has two floors for dining. tamarind dipping sauce. Day combination menu and dine Downstairs the lighting is low, with From the Chiang Mai area is an for free on Friday, Nov. 11. Choose FromRestaurant page 12 News multicolored string lights offering herb salad of delightful vegetables from carnitas or grilled steak faji- an array of red, green and blue hues and nuts dressed with a mild tas, mahi mahi, carne asada burri- throughout the room. Each table coconut milk. Most vegetarian military identification or proof of tos, enchiladas suizas and tacos de has a colorful oilcloth with red- dishes can also be made vegan, service will receive one compli- la calle. The free meal is available vinyl banquette chairs. It’s a big such as the coconut milk enhanced mentary pulled pork sandwich. from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for current restaurant with two floors of dining rice vermicelli topped with a curry Rock & Brews has donated over or past military members who dine rooms. of aromatics, chiles and king oyster $140,000 to organizations support- in uniform or present identifica- The private dining room upstairs mushrooms. ing veterans. 143 Main St., El tion. Military personnel will also has a large bar with bartenders For dessert, we had bowls of Segundo. (310)615-9890. receive a 20 percent discount making fruity Mekong-whiskey khanom pang ai tiim, a coconut- throughout the year at all 11 cocktails. There was the tamarind jackfruit ice cream served on a Acapulco locations in the Los whiskey sour made with lime juice, sweet bun with peanuts, sweet Acapulco’s salutes Angeles area. 4444 Sunset Blvd. palm sugar and bourbon on the sticky rice, condensed milk and (323)665-5751, www.acapul- rocks. Servers paraded around the chocolate syrup. veterans corestaurants.com. photo by Jill Weinlein room with trays of small plates of Other desserts include a whiskey ll active and retired military fried cashews with sea salt, fresh soda float made with homemade See Restaurant News page 18 Pok Pok chef Andy Ricker Apersonnel can select two items

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mitted a burglary in the 200 block 1500 block of N. Las Palmas at of Reeves Drive. The suspect was Los Angeles Police 5:30 p.m. approximately 41 years old, 5-feet- Department OLICE LOTTER 9-inches tall and 170 pounds. An unknown suspect committed a P B Oct. 31 petty theft in the 600 block of S. Western at 6 p.m. West Hollywood At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Sheriff’s Station committed a burglary in the 6000 At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between block of W. Sunset. committed a petty theft in the 300 Oct. 20 and Nov. 6. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- Oct. 31 block of S. Plymouth. ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles At 2:16 a.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 1600 block of Cherokee An unknown suspect committed a County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and burglarized a vehicle parked in the at 5 a.m. petty theft in the 7600 block of the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. 8200 block of Santa Monica. Beverly at 1:54 p.m. At 7:40 a.m., an unknown suspect A grand theft was reported in the An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft near the Nov. 3 Beverly Hills 400 block of N. Beverly Drive. The petty theft in the 8300 block of corner of Waring and McCadden. loss was estimated at $1,000. Santa Monica. At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect Police Department An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked near At 6:45 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 100 block of S. the corner of Wilton and Oakwood. Oct. 20 Oct. 26 burglarized a vehicle parked in the Mansfield at noon. An unknown suspect burglarized a A burglary was reported in the A burglary was reported in the 200 1100 block of N. La Cienega. At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- vehicle parked in the 100 block of 9300 block of Wilshire. No further block of S. Beverly. The loss was pect burglarized a vehicle parked S. Fairfax at noon. information was provided. estimated at $4,888. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 700 block of near the corner of Fuller and Franklin. At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- An identity theft was reported in Westknoll at 7 p.m. Oct. 21 pect committed a grand theft in the the 200 block of S. Gale Drive. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- 500 block of S. Van Ness. A burglary was reported in the 300 cle parked in the 6200 block of De An unknown suspect committed a robbed a victim near the corner of block of S. La Peer. The loss was Longpre at 1 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 500 block of Laurel and Romaine. estimated at $790. No further theft in the 6500 block of information was provided. Foothill Road. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 2 p.m. stole a vehicle parked near the An unknown male suspect robbed vehicle parked in the 9000 block of A burglary was reported in the 200 corner of Gower and Santa At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect a victim in the 400 block of N. Sunset at 9 p.m. block of N. Maple. The loss was Monica. committed a petty theft in the 6000 estimated at $50,000. No further Canon. The suspect was approxi- At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Carlton Way. information was provided. mately 5-feet-7-inches tall. robbed a victim near the corner of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- cle parked in the 400 block of S. An unknown suspect committed a A burglary was reported in the 100 Spaulding and Santa Monica. An unknown female suspect com- Burnside at 4 p.m. burglary in the 700 block of N. mitted a grand theft in the 1800 block of S. Bedford Drive. The loss An unknown suspect assaulted a Orange Grove at 2:40 p.m. block of Loma Vista Drive. The was estimated at $50. victim in the in the 600 block of N. At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect suspect was approximately 48 robbed a victim near the corner of At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect A grand theft was reported in the Robertson at 9:40 p.m. years old and 5-feet-6-inches tall. Rimpau and Ninth. burglarized a vehicle parked in the 300 block of N. Rodeo Drive. The 500 block of N. La Brea. loss was estimated at $4,640. The Nov. 1 An unknown suspect committed a Oct. 22 suspect was approximately 5-feet- At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 7200 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a 5-inches tall and 140 pounds. robbed a victim in the 8900 block Willoughby at 6:30 p.m. vehicle parked near the corner of burglary in the 9900 block of Santa of Santa Monica. Waring and La Brea at 7:40 p.m. Monica. An unknown suspect committed a At 7:15 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 9600 block of robbed a victim near the corner of At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire. The loss was estimated A suspect assaulted a victim dur- Sunset and Vista. robbed a victim near the corner of Oct. 24 at $1,320. ing a domestic violence incident near the corner of La Jolla and Hawthorn and Highland. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- A burglary was reported in the 600 An unknown suspect committed a Santa Monica at 3 a.m. block of N. Camden. The loss was tim near the corner of First and Nov. 4 burglary in the 700 block of Windsor at 11 p.m. estimated at $3,490. No further Walden. The loss was estimated At 3:05 a.m., an unknown suspect information was provided. at $2,500. burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 9:40 a.m., an unknown suspect 8200 block of Santa Monica. Nov. 1 committed a petty theft near the An unknown suspect committed a A burglary was reported in the 400 corner of Third and Fairfax. burglary in the 400 block of N. block of S. Beverwil. An unknown suspect committed a At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect Rodeo. The loss was estimated at petty theft in the 7300 block of committed a petty theft in the 500 An unknown suspect committed a $3,000. Santa Monica at noon. block of S. Wilton Place. burglary in the 300 block of Hauser Oct. 27 at noon. A burglary was reported in the 200 An unknown suspect burglarized a Two unknown suspects, one male At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Swall. The loss was vehicle parked in the 7000 block of At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect and the other female, robbed a committed a petty theft in the 900 estimated at $14,200. Sunset at 12:45 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the victim in the 200 block of N. block of Palm. 5800 block of Carlton Way. A grand theft was reported in the Beverly Drive. The loss was esti- At 1:15 p.m., an unknown suspect mated at $964. The male suspect An unknown suspect committed a 300 block of N. Palm Drive. The committed a burglary in the 600 An unknown suspect burglarized a was approximately 5-feet-7-inches petty theft in the 8600 block of loss was estimated at $1,600. block of S. Arden. vehicle parked in the 1500 block of tall and 165 pounds. The female Santa Monica at 5 p.m. N. Detroit at 8:30 p.m. A burglary was reported in the suspect was approximately 5-feet- An unknown suspect committed a 4-inches tall and 150 pounds. 9100 block of Wilshire. The loss Nov. 2 petty theft near the corner of Sixth At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect was estimated at $2,782. No fur- and Fairfax at 6 p.m. stole a vehicle parked near the An unknown male suspect At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect ther information was provided. corner of Clinton and Eighth. assaulted a victim in the in the assaulted a victim in the 9900 At 8:50 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Durant Drive. The suspect 8400 block of Santa Monica. A grand theft was reported in the committed a burglary in the 300 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- was approximately 24 years old, 300 block of S. La Cienega. The block of S. Fairfax. cle parked in the 700 block of Vine 5-feet-9-inches tall and 165 An unknown suspect committed a loss was estimated at $1,600. at 10 p.m. burglary in the 1200 block of pounds. An unknown suspect committed a Crescent Heights at 9:30 p.m. A burglary was reported in the petty theft near the corner of At 11:40 p.m., an unknown sus- 9100 block of Wilshire. The loss An identity theft was reported in Hollywood and Wilcox at 10:15 the 9400 block of Dayton Way. pect burglarized a vehicle parked was estimated at $580. Nov. 3 p.m. in the 5100 block of Maplewood. A burglary was reported in the 300 Oct. 28 At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Crescent Drive. The loss committed a petty theft in the 8300 Nov. 2 Nov. 5 was estimated at $4,800. No fur- An unknown female suspect block of Santa Monica. At 12:05 a.m., an unknown sus- At 2:20 a.m., an unknown suspect ther information was provided. robbed a victim in the 200 block of pect burglarized a vehicle parked S. Robertson. The suspect was robbed a victim near the corner of An unknown suspect committed a in the 7200 block of Hollywood. Cahuenga and Selma. A burglary was reported in the 300 approximately 5-feet-2-inches tall petty theft in the 7200 block of block of N. Crescent Drive. The and 110 pounds. Santa Monica at 8:06 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect assaulted a loss was estimated at $300. burglary in the 700 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a victim in the 5900 block of Carlton At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Gramercy at 7 a.m. Way at 2:45 a.m. burglary in the 300 block of N. committed a burglary in the 1200 Oct. 25 Beverly. block of Crescent Heights. At 7:15 a.m., an unknown suspect At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown male suspect committed a burglary in the 6600 burglarized a vehicle parked in the assaulted a victim near the corner Oct. 29 Nov. 4 block of W. Sixth. 100 block of S. Beachwood. of Hillcrest Road and Monte Leon An unknown female suspect com- Drive. The suspect was approxi- At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a mitted a burglary in the 400 block An unknown suspect stole a vehi- mately 5-feet-8-inches tall and 175 committed a petty theft in the 7900 burglary in the 400 block of S. of N. Bedford. The loss was esti- cle parked near the corner of Cole pounds. block of Santa Monica. Manhattan Place at 9 a.m. mated at $150. The suspect was and Fountain at 4:15 p.m. A burglary was reported in the 200 approximately 5-feet-4-inches tall At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Beverly. and 150 pounds. Nov. 5 stole a vehicle parked in the 4800 Nov. 6 block of Oakwood. A grand theft was reported in the At 12:46 a.m., an unknown sus- At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An identity theft was reported in pect stole a vehicle parked in the 600 block of N. Arden Drive. The An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a burglary in the 300 the 8500 block of Wilshire. 8900 block of Santa Monica. loss was estimated at $6,030. victim in the 6200 block of block of S. Burnside. An unknown suspect committed a Hollywood at 2:45 p.m. Oct. 30 An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect assaulted a burglary in the 200 block of S. victim in the in the 9000 block of Robertson. At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect victim near the corner of Franklin An unknown male suspect com- Keith at 11:20 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the and Wilcox at 1:30 a.m. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 November 10, 2016 16 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Launch Gallery opens exhibit by Salgado, Cheng Launch LA is proud to present a Cheng recognizes that our behav- reception on Saturday, Nov. 12 for iors, values and mannerisms will artists Ching Ching Cheng and naturally change and adapt to differ- Leigh Salgado, both of whom ent environments. In this latest body investigate the nuances of feminin- of work, she examines the shifting ity, gender stereotypes and reflec- definition of femininity and chal- Honoring those tions on lived experience. Los lenges the preconceived notions of Angeles based Salgado combines wife and mother. The epoxy and figurate and abstract imagery of resin aprons become built environ- who served flowers, petals and textiles with the ments, housing perceptions of cul- manual dexterity of her highly ture, identity and experience. Each meticulous process. The labor- of these sculptures is an intimate intensive task involves cutting view of the artist and a universal paper by hand with an exacto knife, embodiment of womanhood, family lending texture and dimensionality and shelter. to the surface. Altering monotypes Launch LA is passionate about with cutting, painting and the addi- providing artists with quality oppor- tion of eyelets also creates some of tunities to present themselves and

the new work. Each piece draws a their creations that reflect our times Photo courtesy of Launch LA resemblance to a range of ready- to a curious and enthusiastic audi- made objects: lace, netting, fabrics, ence at important happenings “Look at Me” by L.A. artist Leigh metal and articles of clothing. throughout Los Angeles. Salgado is on display at the Ching Ching Cheng’s “Build” The reception for Salgado’s and Launch Gallery. explores the shifting dynamic of Cheng’s exhibits is on Saturday, cross-cultural influence in her exhi- Nov. 12 from 6-9 p.m. Launch la.org. For more information, visit bition of apron sculptures. As a Gallery is located at 170 S La Brea www.launchla.org or call (323)899- Taiwanese and American artist, Ave. To RSVP, email rsvp@launch- 1363.

Park La Brea’s Crossword Puzzle by Myles Mellor Senior Expo Park La Brea resident Stacey Fletcher was shown in the Oct. 25, 1984 issue of the Park Labrea News during a service honoring veter- ans at the Riverside National Cemetery. Fletcher was a World War II offers tips for veteran who served in the Women’s Army Corps. In the early 1980s, she fought for more recognition of female service members and formed the Alliance of Women Veterans. The alliance spearheaded a healthy living campaign to create National Women Veterans Recognition Week, Park La Brea is hosting a “Senior which was established by President Ronald Reagan in 1984 and is Expo” on Saturday, Nov. 12 from observed from Nov. 11-17. This year, Veterans Day is observed on 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Park La Friday, Nov. 11, and events are planned throughout the local area. For Brea Activity Center Theater and information, see page 8. Meeting Room. The expo includes appearances by local government leaders and vendors, as well as presentations on smartphones and medical IDs by Nancy’s Tech Help; healthy eating Women encouraged to attend and type 2 diabetes by certified health coach LaRue Palmer; habits to add vitality by the UCLA 50 + ‘Live Love Thrive’ conference Program; and tips to maintain memory by the Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Disease Research at UCLA. A panel discus- sion on long-term care will also be Across 3. Back again held. 1. Remove, as a hat 4. Whit The Park La Brea Activity Center 5. Sullivan had a really big one 5. Epic story is located at 475 S Curson Ave., in 9. Great boxer 6. Bridge site 12. Strip equipment 7. Gothic, for one the Park La Brea complex. Enter 14. Nest of a hawk 8. Judicious from Third or Sixth Streets. For 16. Documentary photographer 9. Lack of oxygen information, visit www.park- Goldin 10. Attorney labrea.com. 17. All the better to see you with...... 11. Tavern 19. Possess 13. Jollity 20. Test 15. Clairvoyance, e.g. 21. High strength adhesive 18. Forces out 23. Pamper 22. Virgin product, sometimes 27. Dissembled 23. Phi follower ‘Melrose Bellow’ 29. Online TV site 24. Get rid of 30. Auto salesman initials 25. Smear 33. Beehive home 26. Third of a Freudian trio festival explores 35. “Which Way ___?” (1977 film) 28. Turn black and blue, perhaps 36. Our 50 states 31. Letters on a Michelin 37. Part of RPM 32. Virile the literary scene 38. Much seen message 33. Craft fair folks photo courtesy of RHM Media The inaugural “Melrose Bellow” 44. Antlered animal 34. Religious seat The inaugural “Live Love Thrive Conference” will be held on Saturday, literary festival will be held 45. Luau souvenir 39. Not either Nov. 12 from 9:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the West Hollywood Library. on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 13 restau- 46. Norse god of wisdom 40. Go to the right! The conference will feature women leaders presenting sessions on find- rants, bars and businesses on 48. 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viously crunching out two major wins with “The Exorcism of Emily Rose” and “Sinister.” Alas, his ‘Doctor Strange’ brings bizarre remake of “The Day The Earth Stood Still” was hardly a world- pausing event. back to superhero action Thank the multiverse. “Doctor The astral plane waits for us all in Strange,” also co-written by “Doctor Strange,” a wizarding Derrickson, is a massive upgrade. superhero film with the most inven- On Screen It’s hardly fair to compare a super- tive visuals in all 14 entries of the hero film with a $165 million bud- WITH Marvel Cinematic Universe. Harry get to previous films made with a and Gandalf, step aside. Benedict TIM POSADA fraction of that money, but Cumberbatch’s Stephen Strange Derrickson is certainly a safe bet will save the day and expand super- from here. Hopefully he’ll stick hero repertoire into the far reaches around for the next “Strange” of the multiverse. adventure. Dr. Stephen Strange is a world- had more to do. Rather wasteful Alas, any high praise for this film renowned surgeon until a car acci- considering her immense talent – must also highlight a glaring prob- dent renders his hands useless in an she would’ve been better wielding lem. In the original comics, the photo courtesy of Marvel Studios operating room. Without purpose, magic. Ancient One is a Tibetan monk. Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange in the latest release from the he isolates himself from ex-bae Dr. This is the kind of visual experi- Here, the character is recast as a Marvel cinematic universe. Christine Palmer (Rachel ence that can only have been born Celtic woman – Swinton. Perhaps a McAdams) as quickly as he from comic books. The CGI doesn’t high-profile Tibetan character exhausts his financial resources in dwell on flying aircraft carriers or wouldn’t play well in the Chinese systemic problem in Hollywood. When news broke that search of a miracle cure. In a final self-actualized robots. Instead, film market (and Marvel has catered But to condemn the entire film Cumberbatch – the man who act of desperation, Strange goes “Doctor Strange” is a sorcerous to that substantial market on several for this wouldn’t be fair. We can reminded us all why Sherlock is a abroad seeking those who made the delight that builds on the visuals of occasions in the past). only hope for a more balanced detective for all ages – would bring impossible happen for a paralyzed “Inception” and any number of hal- According to Derrickson, he approach next time and accept the the Sorcerer Supreme of Earth to man. lucinogenic films. We might know feared playing into Asian stereo- film’s intellectual limits, seeing it as life, all signs pointed toward a hit. But his scientific mind refuses to the plotline of this Marvel story well, types by casting an Asian teacher a wildly entertaining ride that did We haven’t been let down. “Doctor accept a reality behind his own until but it’s never been told with such for Strange. A legitimate concern, what too many other films have Strange” expands the Marvel films the Ancient One (Tilda Swinton) joyous embrace of the uncanny. but when whitewashing characters pulls back the curtain on the multi- done before. It’s just unfortunate into uncharted territory. Let’s hope has become so common, it’s hard that such a flaw exists in an other- things just get stranger from here verse and other planes of existence not to see this as another piece of a – like dark dimensions and the astral “Doctor Strange” wise perfect film. on. plane – that exist outside the limita- is a sorcerous tions of the psychical realm. “Teach delight that builds NOW me,” Strange pleads, and so begins on the visuals of a long journey of personal discover LEASING YOUR NEW HOME and pretty sweet sorcery. “Inception” and any If only he knew what would soon number of come. Kaecilius (Mads Mikkelsen), hallucinogenic a former student of the Ancient One, plans something heinous for Earth, films. and he’s got enough protégés to cause some serious damage. Horror filmmakers are often sen- Certainly we’ve seen this kind of sational storytellers once they tran- generic villainy before, but at least sition to blockbuster films. Sam we’re also introduced to stellar sup- Raimi (“Spider-Man”), James Wan porting characters like Strange’s (“Furious 7”) and now Scott friend and confidant in sorcery Derrickson, helming “Doctor school Mordo (Chiwetel Ejiofor) Strange,” remind me why I ever and the librarian Wong (Benedict bothered with a B-genre riddled Wong). with more trash than fresh ideas. If only McAdams’ Dr. Palmer Derrickson is a modest success, pre-

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Learn how to Learn the traditions be a community of African dance at organizer at The Wallis NCJW/LA The Wallis presents the return of The National Council of Jewish “Dance Sundays with Debbie Allen Women, Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) & Friends” on Sunday, Nov. 13 has been chosen to participate in a from noon to 2 p.m. Instructor community organizing course led Sarah Marshall will lead a free by the Jewish Organizing Institute African dance session. Dancers of and Network (JOIN), a national all ages and ability levels are organization dedicated to training, encouraged to participate in the supporting and connecting Jewish event featuring the music and dance organizers and their communities. of West Africa. Participants can learn fundamen- “Dance Sundays” are tals of community organizing and held every second how to run an effective local cam- Sunday of each month, paign. NCJW/LA has selected the with each session focus- photo by Chelsea Lauren issue of fair scheduling for hourly ing on a different dance workers in Los Angeles as its focus genre. The Wallis is for the training. The issue affects located at 9390 N. Santa millions of people in the Los Monica Blvd., in ‘Hedwig’ is a smash at Hollywood Angeles community. Beverly Hills. The application deadline is For information, visitt Pantages Theatre Friday, Nov. 18. . For information, www.thewallis.org/deb- call (323)852-8514, or email biesundays. “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” opened on Nov. 2 at the Hollywood [email protected] or eri- photo courtesy of The Wallis Pantages Theatre, and will run through Thursday, Nov. 27. Pictured are [email protected]. NCJW/LA serves stars Darren Criss, Lena Hall and the supporting band. “Hedwig and the Los Angeles through their commu- Angry Inch” is a musical by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask. It nity mental health programs and tells the story of one of the most unique characters to ever hit the stage – supportive services, educational Hedwig Robinson (Criss) – who is out to set the record straight about her and youth engagement programs, life, loves and the botched operation that left her with that “angry inch.” intern training, scholarships, and Showtimes are 8 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 2 and 8 p.m., Saturday; clothing assistance. and 1 and 6:30 p.m., Sunday. Matinees will be offered at 2 p.m. on Nov. 23 and Nov. 25. The Hollywood Pantages Theatre is located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. over crispy rice and yellowtail with soaked vanilla bean rice pudding, For tickets, visit www.HollywoodPantages.com/Hedwig. diced chilies, as well as new dishes and hot chocolate marshmallow Restaurant News such as Brussels sprout chips with kisses are available for dessert From page 13 truffle oil and salt; roasted cauli- 13539 Ventura Blvd, Sherman flower with red dates and pine Oaks. (818)906-7427. nuts; fried calamari with charred Hollywood Agents honored tonight jalapeño glaze; seared salmon tog- Free fajitas on arashi crust, avocado, cilantro and Trejo’s Cantina at 14th Annual Heller Awards jalapeño salad; tuna tartare phyllo Veterans Day cups with yuzu guacamole and soy open in Hollywood Film icons Sharon Stone and Annual Heller Awards will be a n Veterans Day, Nov. 11, truffle; and seabass and wagyu ctor Danny Trejo and partners Shirley MacLaine, and “The night to celebrate the relationships Chevys will offer its “Fresh sliders. The special is valid Sunday Ash Shah and Jeff Georgino Walking Dead” star Michael which help to shape our industry. Mex” cuisine to all military veter- from 4 to 9 p.m. and Monday O have opened Trejo’s Cantina in Rooker will present the Lifetime The TMA is thrilled to announce ans. Free fajitas paired with one through Wednesday from 5:30 to A Hollywood. The cantina builds on Achievement awards at the 14th a Lifetime Achievement award to complimentary item are available 9:30 p.m. Guests must mention the the success of Trejo’s Tacos on La Annual Heller Awards tonight at legendary ICM Partners agent Jack from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for guests anniversary to receive the dis- Brea Avenue and the Trejo’s Tacos the Beverly Hilton Hotel at 6:30 Gilardi by his long-time client, with a military identification or count, which is not valid on alco- Truck. The new 100-seat restau- p.m. Since 2001, the membership Hollywood icon Shirley who are dining in uniform. The hol and cannot be combined with rant offers 34 beers, wine, kom- of the Talent Managers MacLaine. The Lifetime menu includes fajita burritos, any other promotions including bucha and nitro coffee on tap, as Association (TMA) has proudly Achievement honor for casting mesquite grilled tacos, chicken or happy hour. 33 Miller Alley, well as widescreen TVs and a hosted the annual Heller Awards, will be presented to Fincannon and steak fajitas, and a two item combo (626)683-3000. menu featuring Trejo’s tacos. named for talent management pio- Associates founder Craig surf and turf special. 701 N. San Seasonal specials include kale neer and organization founder, Fincannon by friend and noted Fernando Blvd., (818)846-6999. salad, charred branzino, grilled Seymour Heller, to honor agents character actor Michael Rooker. www.chevys.com. and casting directors for their ded- The Lifetime Achievement honor Boneyard Bistro spiced and rubbed half jidori ication to excellence and service to for talent management will be pre- stout festival chicken and marinated hanger actors over the previous year., sented to Binder & Associates steak. Trejo’s Cantina also offers The TMA is proud to offer founder Chuck Binder by loyal Sushi Roku aste 25 vintage stouts on vegan favorites such as quinoa celebrities an opportunity to honor client Sharon Stone. The evening’s Tuesday, Nov. 15 at the tostadas and rainbow cauliflower not only the nominated agents and other celebrity presenters will anniversary specials TBoneyard Bistro’s Vintage and bowls. Mixologist Mark Hendrix casting directors, but three leg- include: Suzanne Cryer, Dan ushi Roku at One Colorado in Epic Stout Festival. Tasting flights has perfected signature cocktails endary industry professionals with Lauria, Robbie Kay, Nancy Pasadena invites guests to cele- of rare stouts that pair well with including mescal negronis, spiked Lifetime Achievement honors. Travis, Jack Coleman, Amuary Sbrate its 16th anniversary from menu specials are available. Enjoy horchatas and spicy mango mar- This provides a unique and won- Nolasko, Hunter King, Michael Sunday, Nov. 13 through house-cured lardo with jam and garitas. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 derful opportunity for actors and Beach, and Frank Stallone. 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ExpertsThe La Brea Tarto Pits explore and extinction at the Tar Pits Museum is partnering with the UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability to present a conversation and explo- ration of the global consequences of extinction on Thursday, Nov. 10 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Extinctions of species happen all the time and evolution can’t progress without them. But mass extinctions are rare, wiping out large numbers of species regardless of how well adapted. Some scien- tists believe that a mass extinction caused by human beings may be photo courtesy of Jennifer Clasen/Amazon Prime Video underway. Joy Bryant portrays Eleanor Holmes Norton in the Amazon original A panel will discuss how the dis- photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County series, “Good Girls Revolt.” appearance of the saber-toothed cat, the dire wolf and mammoth – all found in the tar pits – relates to Los founder of the Laboratory of Species”; and Dr. Emily Lindsey, Angeles’ climate and environment. Environmental Narrative Strategies assistant curator and excavation site The panel will also explore how the (LENS) will moderate the discus- director of the La Brea Tar Pits and stories told about extinct animals sion. The panelists are Stewart Museum. ‘Good Girls Revolt’ this and plants, and the museum exhibi- Brand, environmental author, co- Doors open and tours are avail- tions, images and films used to founder and president of The Long able beginning at 6 p.m.; the discus- remember them, shape science, Now Foundation; Ursula Heise, sion begins at 7 p.m. Admission is FridayThe Ebell Theatre at will showThe the audacityEbell to ask to be treated fairly. laws and policies to protect endan- UCLA English professor, LENS co- free. The La Brea Tar Pits and premier episode of “Good Girls The series explores the counter gered species. founder and author of the Museum is located at 5801 Wilshire Revolt” followed by a behind-the- culture and revolution Jon Christensen, environmental book “Imagining Extinction: The Blvd. For information and to RSVP, scenes panel discussion on Friday, through the eyes of women, and journalist, UCLA historian and co- Cultural Meanings of Endangered visit www.nhm.org/lectures. Nov. 11, at 6:30 p.m. Award-win- builds toward their ultimate ning writer and director Julie revolt against an oppressive sys- Hebert will moderate a panel with tem. creator Dana Calvo, production Created by Calvo, the series is designer Jeannine Oppewall, and inspired by the best-selling non- cinematographer Cynthia Push- fiction book by Lynn Povich, eck. which chronicles true events that Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for a occurred at a popular news mag- social hour. The screening will azine. begin at 7:30 p.m. followed by the The Ebell is located at 743 S. panel discussion. The event is Lucerne Blvd. Free parking is sponsored by Amazon and available in the Ebell’s parking History for Hire. Admission is lots or on the street. For tickets, free, and the public is welcome. visit www.ebelleventtickets.com, Amazon’s new 10-part series, email tickets@ebelloflosange- “Good Girls Revolt” captures the les.com, or call (323)931-1277 zeitgeist of the turbulent late ext. 131. For information, con- 1960s as it follows a group of tact Julie Stromberg at publicre- young female researchers at a fic- [email protected] titious magazine who have the or call (323)348-8709.

Comedians raise funds to help domestic violence victims

photo by Kyle Espeleta Comedienne Rita Rudner (right) headlined Jewish Family Service’s (JFS) 5th annual “Laughing Matters” benefit on Nov. 1 at The Laugh Factory on the Sunset Strip. The event raised nearly $70,000 for JFS Shelter Services, which support programs offering help and counseling to survivors of domestic violence and their chil- dren. Comedian Michael Kosta and musician Molly Bergman also performed. Rudner is pictured with event co-chair Wendy Silver, Bergman and co-chair Linda Levine. “We are grateful to everyone who supported ‘Laughing Matters’ not only to see a great comedy show, but to help survivors of domestic violence,” Levine and Silver said. “JFS’ Family Violence Project is a lifeline for individuals and families, helping them initially with shelter services, and then helping them reclaim their lives and empowering them with counseling, education, legal assistance, employment assis- tance and follow-up support.” JFS’ Family Violence Project maintains a 24-hour crisis hotline, as well as offering emergency shelters, transitional housing, comprehen- sive counseling and an education and prevention outreach program. For information, call (877)ASK4JFS, or visit www.jfsla.org. 20 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

KCCLA presents works HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUND UP

Beverly Hills Normans Bozeman got the best of the Lions versus the Chatsworth by Korean printmakers (coach Steve Geanakos) by running for 201 yards and three Chancellors. The Romans are 0-10 overall, 0-5 in league touchdowns in the contest. favored over the 1-9 Chancellors 241 Moreno Dr. who started their season with eight straight losses. Crenshaw’s The Normans capped off a long, Hollywood Sheiks weapons include quarterback hard season last Friday with a 63-8 (coach Frank Galvin) Robert Lane who’s thrown for over loss at home to the Culver City 7-3 overall, 6-0 in league 800 yards and seven touchdowns, Centaurs. Culver City quarterback 1521 N. Highland Ave. running back Xavier Brutus who’s Jonathan Martin threw for an run for 700 yards and six touch- impressive 303 yardsH and 6 touch- Hollywood High School fin- downs, and sophomore kick downs. Six of the Centaurs’ ished an impressive regular season returner Alonzo Williams who receivers and three of their running with a 20-14 victory over the averages 28 yards per return backs had touchdowns while two Bernstein Dragons last Friday. The including a 99-yard touchdown defenders caught interceptions. Sheiks now advance to CIFLACS return on special teams. In their The Normans’ offense matched Division III playoffs and face the final regular season matchup, L.A. their season high of eight points in Van Nuys Wolves on Thursday High held off a Crenshaw late the loss. Beverly Hills finishes the Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. at home. The game 12-point surge to preserve an season at 0-10 and will look to Wolves are 3-7 on the season and over-.500 league record at 3-2 rebuild for next season. are coming off a humbling 20-0 going into the playoffs. The shutout at the hands of the Reseda Romans host the Chancellors on Regents. Hollywood’s next oppo- Thursday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. photo courtesy of KCCLA Fairfax Lions nent, Van Nuys, boasts a strong The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) and PHILO- running offense led by senior rush- PRINT Printmakers’ Association present “Korean Contemporary (coach Shane Cox) er #28 Erik Castro who has run for Loyola Cubs Prints in L.A.,” a special exhibition running from Thursday, Nov. 10 6-4 overall, 1-4 in conference 7850 Melrose Ave. over 1,000 yards and 10 touch- (coach Marvin Sanders) through Thursday, Nov. 17 in the KCCLA art gallery. downs this season. Castro, a two- 3-7 overall, 2-4 in league PHILOPRINT Printmakers’ Association is group of print enthusi- Despite a tough 27-21 loss to way player, is also second on the 1901 Venice Blvd. asts who strive to contribute to developments in the printmaking field. team in defensive tackles. In the The exhibition includes works by 31 Korean printmakers. It showcas- Westchester High School last Friday, the Fairfax Lions advance Sheiks’ final regular season game, The Loyola Cubs concluded es their artistic excellence while examining diverse printmaking tech- quarterback Ray Hardy threw for their season with a tough 26-24 niques and expression. to the CIFLACS Division II play- offs and will face the Bell Eagles at 226 yards and three touchdowns. loss to Sherman Oaks Notre Dame The exhibition is open to the public, and an opening reception will Senior Pedro Perez added four solo last Friday. The Cubs mounted a be held on Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. in the second floor art gallery at KCCLA, home this Thursday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. Bell is 2-8 on the year and tackles and an interception on 14-point fourth quarter run but fell 5505 Wilshire Blvd. For information, call (323)936-7141, or visit defense. The Sheiks finish an short of the Knights’ superior www.kccla.org. coming off a devastating 55-54 overtime loss to South East High impressive 7-3 season going unde- offense. Loyola finished the season School last weekend. The Lions, in feated at 6-0 in league play. at sixth place in the Mission their final regular season game, League inching out only Crespi were leading the Westchester High School who finished 2-8 on Comets 14-13 going into the fourth Los Angeles Romans the season and were winless in Hollywood Museum explores quarter, but couldn’t contain the (coach Eric Scott) league play. Mission league Comets two late-game touchdowns 7-3 overall, 3-2 in league champs Serra High School will to seal the victory. Lions quarter- 4650 W. Olympic Blvd. face Santa Margarita this weekend in the CIF Southern Section play- theThe Hollywoodcareer Museum of Tippi pre- skater, Hedren her early career as a top back Markell White threw one The Los Angeles Romans offs. The Cubs will benefit next sents a new exhibit on the career model, her work in Alfred touchdown to receiver Armani defeated Crenshaw High School season by the return of defensive of actress Tippi Hedren opening Hitchcock’s “The Birds,” the mis- Dean and ran in another, while run- handily last weekend 40-12 and specialists Tommy Vanis and Jack on Friday, Nov. 11 in the muse- take of trying to introduce ning back Aaron Walton added an clinched a spot in the CIFLACS Fitzgerald as well as junior running um’s lobby. Hitchcock to Charlie Chaplin, and additional score on the ground. Division II playoffs this Thursday back Jacob Mcbride. The exhibit will feature items more. Westchester running back Estabon belonging to Hedren and helps The Hollywood Museum is launch her new memoir “Tippi.” located at 1660 N. Highland Ave. In the memoir, she covers her For information, visit www.the- dreams of becoming a figure hollywoodmuseum.com.

Native American Marketplace returns to The Autry

photo courtesy of The Autry The Autry Museum of the American West is holding its annual “American Indian Arts Marketplace” on Saturday, Nov. 12 and Sunday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Works by more than 200 artists representing more than 40 tribes will be on display. Visitors can buy sculptures, pottery, beadwork, basketry, photography, paint- ings, jewelry, textiles, wooden carvings and mixed-media works directly from the artists. The event also includes performances, chil- dren’s activities, discussion, demonstrations, films and the annual short play festival by Native Voices, the Autry’s resident theatre com- pany. The Autry is located at 4700 Western Heritage Way, in Griffith Park. For information, visit www.theautry.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 November 10, 2016

open space in the Santa Monica “We have a Mountains. Schiff added that he values con- peaceful transition SchiffFrom page 1 wants to continue progress made stituents’ input and hopes to hear of power, and for more from residents in his new term those of us that always to work for the common not be cured by what is right in former territories of the Soviet and encouraged constituents to con- good. The country faces enormous America.’ Let us draw on all that is Union. He also cited domestic tact his office. got knocked down, challenges – both at home and right and good within us and build a issues such as improving the econo- “I want to express my profound we pick ourselves abroad – and all Americans must better future for ourselves and our my, creating more jobs, preserving gratitude to my constituents for giv- up, dust ourselves now come together to lift up the children.” Social Security and Medicare, and ing me another opportunity to serve country we all cherish. I remain a Schiff said previously that some making health care more affordable. them,” Schiff added. “I plan to con- off and live to fight deep believer in this great nation of the biggest challenges facing the Locally, Schiff vowed to support tinue championing the values of my another day.” and something President Bill United States are conflict in Syria public transportation projects such constituents and make sure we don’t Clinton once said, that ‘There is and the Middle East, and Russia’s as a light rail line through West turn back the clock on the progress -Congressman Adam Schiff nothing wrong in America that can- aggression in the region and in the Hollywood, and the preservation of we made over the last eight years.”

ItalianFrom page 1 Americans want to keep Columbus women and girls experience some meeting, dozens of people testified anyone else.” form of violence. in support of replacing Columbus But the Italian Sons and “We must acknowledge that his- Day with Indigenous Peoples Day. Daughters of America disagree. tory while recognizing that the Supporters include Joe Berra, an Basil Russo, the president of the future is still ours to write,” Obama Italian citizen and second-genera- organization said the efforts to wrote. tion Italian American, who encour- replace Columbus Day have caused Los Angeles officially recog- aged the council to approve a “great deal of tension and animos- nized its own Native American O’Farrell’s proposal. He explained ity.” He said rather than to honor Heritage Month in 2006. But last that his grandparents suffered dis- one individual, the holiday has been year, O’Farrell, a member of the crimination and that they celebrated characterized as Italian American Wyandotte Native American tribe, Columbus Day “for the right rea- heritage day that is set aside to directed city staff to take it a step sons, but they chose the wrong honor and recognize a “monumen- further and explore establishing symbol with which to identify.” tal historic event that began the process of over 500 years of world- Indigenous Peoples Day in Los He said it is time to honor the fact courtesy of 13th District Council Office Angeles – home to the largest pop- that this land was home to another wide immigration to America by ulation of indigenous people in the people first. people seeking a better life for their Mitch O’Farrell honors his native heritage during the city’s celebration of country. “I realize it will be difficult for families.” Native American Heritage Month. City staff conducted research, many in our community to tear “Should this discussion next pro- ceed to the elimination of Wesson’s office did not return mul- American Indians and Alaska interviews and community forums. themselves away from this symbol, tiple calls for comment. Natives live in California as of The Human Relations Commission but it is the right thing to do, for the President’s Day because Washington and Jefferson were Tony Arranaga, communications 2011, part of the 5.1 million found “sharp disagreement” in how right reasons,” he said. director for O’Farrell, said their nationwide. to create an Indigenous Peoples O’Farrell said recognizing the slave owners?” he asked. office hopes the council votes on Through www.Native- Day. contributions and sacrifices of the He said Italian Americans sup- the issue before the end of the year. OneStop.gov, Obama’s adminis- Italian Americans say Columbus “original inhabitants” of Los port the designation of a day to In 2014, Indigenous Peoples tration has worked to improve Day is about the birth of a nation, Angeles is long overdue. honor the contributions Native Americans have made, but he Day was celebrated for the first the discovery of a “New World,” “The city council has the oppor- coordination and access to federal added that eliminating Columbus time in Minneapolis and Seattle. and establishment of a large Italian tunity to follow cities and states services throughout Indian Day would undermine the celebra- In 2015, nine cities across the American population. The Native across the country in declaring the Country. Indian Country still faces tion of Italian American heritage. country decided to do the same American community, however, second Monday in October as many challenges, Obama said, O’Farrell’s Italian colleague, and end Columbus Day, including points to historical records of Indigenous People’s Day in the city Albuquerque, New Mexico; “and we must never give up on our Councilman Joe Buscaino, is pursuit of the ever brighter future Columbus being a murderer, rapist of Los Angeles,” O’Farrell said. opposed to the idea. His office did Portland, Oregon; St. Paul, and slave trader, and that his dis- “Christopher Columbus’ legacy of Minnesota; Bexar County, Texas; that lies ahead.” not return calls for comment. “This month, let us celebrate the coveries set “in motion a genocide extreme violence, enslavement and O’Farrell had hoped the council Traverse City, Michigan; and traditions, languages and stories that would last centuries.” brutality is not in dispute. Nor is the would consider the proposal last Olympia, Washington. In 2016, of Native Americans and ensure On Nov. 4, the city council paid suffering, destruction of cultures week, but the Council President Denver, Phoenix, Vermont and tribute to the past, the present and and subjugation of Los Angeles’ Herb Wesson removed the item Minnesota joined the trend. their rich histories and contribu- the future of Native American original indigenous people, who from the council’s agenda. According to the U.S. Census tions can thrive with each passing Angelenos at city hall. During the were here thousands of years before Bureau, approximately 689,320 generation,” he wrote.

Nevarez said the city can identify addresses and more, on the city’s commercial addresses and use the website so other residents can cross voter list to check for more poten- check. But they ultimately decided CityFrom page to 1 investigate voter fraud allegations tially fraudulent registrations. But against those measures. he added that it is difficult to identi- Eight years ago, opponents of the from 2008. In fact, part of that plan The “No on HH” campaign, Hills City Council races have been fy intent to be fraud. Beverly Hilton’s previous cam- – the Waldorf Astoria at the east end which is connected to a competitive decided by as few as 10 votes, and He said poll watching is allowed, paign (Measure H) found 569 doc- of the same intersection is nearly development proposal that will be ballot measures have been decided however the city and county do not umented cases of alleged voter completed. built adjacent to the Hilton’s pro- by as few as 129 votes. have the resources to deploy addi- fraud in the 2008 election. Larry Beverly Hills Mayor John posed project also raised concerns Aaron Nevarez, executive assis- tional monitors, and even still, it is Larson, who led an effort to investi- Mirisch actively opposed the pro- when they alleged hundreds of vot- tant to Los Angeles County Clerk difficult to identify true fraud con- gate the results after the 2008 elec- tion, said 352 of the 569 that year ject, frequently arguing at city ers engaged in registration fraud. Dean Logan, attended a city council sidering voters are allowed to have were registered at a commercial council hearings that the project Those concerns have not yet been meeting last week to address the someone else in the booth to help address, and five were deceased. was too large for the city, was not resolved. concerns about the “irregular voter them vote. However, the District Attorney’s scrutinized, and that proponents Additionally, Mirisch said the registration activity.” He said they Councilwoman Lili Bosse said Office did not find grounds to pros- tried to disguise a plan for a sky- city received reports of voter intim- confirmed that four addresses in the she was “mortified” at the prospect ecute. scraper as a plan for more garden idation and illegal electioneering at complaint were commercial that could cause residents to lose City staff will return to city coun- and open space. polling places on Tuesday. He said addresses. faith in the voting process. She said “I’m pleased,” the mayor said “Any registration with those the city has received letters from cil with a plan to address similar he is very concerned and he hopes concerns in future elections. Wednesday. “I think it’s a staining to launch a full investigation into addresses will not be able to vote residents asking to “beef up” the rebuke to developers that want to both allegations. until those are fully confirmed to be monitoring, but representatives circumvent our process in a decep- “We will do everything we can residents of the city,” he said. with the county and with the propo- tive manner.” do as a city to protect the integrity Once the clerk’s office receives nent warned against adding more Adam Englander with the “No on of the electoral system,” Mirisch confirmation from those voters they security because it could increase Answers From Page 16 HH” campaign said the results said. will remove them from the pended the potential for voter intimidation. reflect that voters believe in the Based on the Los Angeles list. Additionally, asking someone for existing approval process. County Registrar-Recorder’s The District Attorney’s Office is their driver’s license or identifica- The campaign has been consid- review of the initial complaint responsible for investigating the tion before voting is considered ered the most bitter and hardly made by the “No on HH” campaign matter now. intimidation and suppression in fought in the city’s history after – which is sponsored by Wanda At the meeting, attorneys for the California. elected officials said they expect Beverly Hills Properties, LLC – “Yes on HH” campaign said they The city council considered hir- final reports from the “Yes on HH” officials marked more than 300 bal- have been in full compliance with ing independent poll watchers, as campaign to indicate they spent lots as “pended,” meaning they will the law, and called the accusations well as knocking on residents’ nearly $10 million to propel an ini- not be counted until the voters can baseless and defamatory. He added doors that might appear to have reg- tiative in a city of 35,000 people. be verified as Beverly Hills resi- that the proponents have been con- istered incorrectly. Councilwoman Mirisch said that will “by far” be dents. The allegations, which are tinually concerned with the “inap- Kathy Reims suggested putting the the most spent on one campaign in still being reviewed, carry extra propriate” use of city resources voter registration list, which the city. weight considering some Beverly with the measure. includes names, phone numbers, 22 November 10, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

‘Let a Thousand Flowers Bloom; 8990’ installed in WeHo Park “Let A Thousand Flowers post-colonialism and that of the culture, according to a press Bloom; 8990,” a mural by Los larger national body politic. release. Angeles-based artist Mei Xian “I thought about if soldiers were Mei Xian Qiu was born in Qiu, was installed last week in countries – what would they do?” Pekalongan, on the island of Java, West Hollywood Park. posed Xian Qiu. “Get into bed Indonesia, to a third generation Presented by the city of West with each other, court each other, Chinese minority family when it Hollywood and its WeHo Arts as governments do? It deals with was illegal to be Chinese in Java. program, the 9 by 9 foot artwork the issue of identity as something At birth, her parents gave her mul- is located on the ground floor of that we create and how others per- tiple names – Chinese, American the 5-story parking structure adja- ceive that in a cultural sense. and Indonesian – in preparation cent to West Hollywood Park and Especially as urban people, we’ve for societal collapse and variant West Hollywood Library. It will become so removed from any type potential futures. In the aftermath remain on view through July of indigenous existence. It leads of their homeland’s Chinese and 2017. me to recreate my own fantasy of Communist genocide, the family The image is from a series of cultural identity.” emigrated from Java to the United photographs that imagines a mock The title plays off Mao States. During her childhood, she Chinese invasion of the United Zedong’s quote, “let a hundred was moved back and forth several States. Hidden political dangers flowers blossom, let a hundred times between the two countries are suggested, but rather than schools of thought contend.” as her parents weighed what they being urgently addressed, they are Taken from classical Chinese perceived as the amorality of life put aside momentarily, subsumed poetry, this line originated in a in the West against the uncertainty to the romance of the Chinese cul- 1956 speech in which the then- of life in Java. Partially as a result tural revolution era’s notion of chairman of the Peoples’ Republic of a growing sense of restlessness, “the beautiful idea.” of China Communist Party seem- her father joined the U.S. While employing familiar sym- ingly launched a movement sup- For information about the artist, bolism and historical dystopi- porting liberalization and free- visit www.meixianqiu.com. anism, the work also explores the dom. Mao used the slogan to pro- For information about the pub- quest for an inner utopia, a theme claim a great society where free lic art in the city of West common to Xian Qiu’s work. As speech and debate would flourish. Hollywood, contact Public Art well, the piece is affirmatively As a result, artists, academics and coordinator Rebecca Ehemann at critical to globalism, the identity intellectuals came out of hiding (323)848-6846 or of the self, the social landscape, and there was a brief flowering of [email protected]. courtesy of Laura Glover and WeHo Arts Get to know Beverly Hills On Nov. 14, the city of Beverly Hills and the Chamber of Commerce will host “Get to Know Your City” from 4-5:30 p.m. at city hall, located at 445 N. It’s nice to be a winner. Rexford Drive. The program is an opportunity for the business community to get to know their city better, and to assist with permitting, tax and other requirements. The open house will also provide the community an opportunity to interact with the various city departments that impact business, from urban planning to emergency services and public works. There will also be a presentation on the North Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Project, an 18-month construction plan that will affect busi- nesses in the city. To register, visit beverlyhillschamber.com.

photo by Beth Stirnaman Actor Greg Germann, senior vice president of Disney Consumer Products, Mark Walker, Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, and executive director John Maceri celebrate the People Concern gala earlier this month. County celebrates launch of The People Concern The Lamp Community and lives of our city’s most vulnerable Ocean Park Community Center neighbors in profound ways,” (OPCC) unveiled the name of a Maceri said. “We move forward new collaboration – The People confident that this new identity Concern – which will unify the two encapsulates our focus on long- President-Elect Donald Trump, social service providers in serving term involvement in human lives. Commissioner Andrew Friedman homeless individuals and families, Through comprehensive, integrated survivors of domestic violence, care, The People Concern is and his wife Chanie challenged youth, indigent veterans empowering the most vulnerable and others with nowhere else to among us to rebuild their lives and turn. become active participants in our The People Concern will become broader community.” the largest social service provider of The People Concern honored Los its kind in Los Angeles County. The Angeles County Supervisor Sheila organization will address a combi- Kuehl and Mark Walker, senior vice Andrew Friedman, Esq. nation of challenges, including sub- president of Disney Consumer FRIEDMAN LAW OFFICES stance addiction, mental illness, Products and Interactive Media at physical disabilities and domestic its gala earlier this month. 124 N. La Brea Avenue, Suite C violence. John Maceri, executive “OPCC and Lamp Community Los Angeles, CA 90036 director of The People Concern, has a longstanding history of deliv- unveiled the new logo and spoke ering integrated, comprehensive 323-931-2476-phone about the new organization’s priori- care to Los Angeles County’s most ties. vulnerable residents,” Kuehl said. 323-931-7514-fax “Less than a year ago, we “I’m excited about the future of The [email protected] announced the merger of OPCC People Concern as it moves for- and Lamp Community. And from ward with its renewed commitment that merger, a new agency, The to ensure that the most vulnerable People Concern, has emerged with among us are housed, healthy and the collective strength to impact the safe.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 November 10, 2016

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