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Volume 31 No. 23 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hanock Park and Wilshire Communities June 10, 2021 WeHo calls for LASD audit One Beverly Hills approved by council n If county fails to act, city may step in n Bosse clashes with BY CAMERON KISZLA Association to audit the contracts of Mirisch on affordable all cities partnered with the LASD, housing issue The West Hollywood City which include West Hollywood. Council took action in regards to The council’s vote, which was BY CAMERON KISZLA the allegations of fraud made part of the consent calendar, comes against the Los Angeles County after the LASD was accused in a The Beverly Hills City Council Sheriff’s Department. legal filing last month of fraudu- on June 8 gave the One Beverly The council on June 7 unani- lently billing Compton, another city Hills project the necessary mously called for the Los Angeles that is contracted with the depart- approvals, but not without some County Board of Supervisors and ment, for patrolling the city less conflict between council members. the inspector general to work with See page The 4-1 vote was opposed by the California Contract Cities LASD 31 Councilman John Mirisch, who raised several issues with the project, including that more should be done to create affordable housing. rendering © DBOX for Alagem Capital Group The One Beverly Hills project includes 4.5 acres of publicly accessible Mirisch cited several pieces of evidence, including the recently botanical gardens and a 3.5-acre private garden for residents and completed nexus study from hotel guests. Kathe Head and Keyser Marston Associates, which estimated that part of the development agree- aires and billionaires over the the new hotels, residences and ment, the developer is paying the most vulnerable in our communi- businesses in the mixed-use pro- city $100 million, which the county,” he said. ject would create a need for 527 cil members have said they plan to The other council members dis- new affordable units in the sur- use for affordable housing. agreed with Mirisch’s assessment, rounding area. Mirisch reiterated that “talk is and Vice Mayor Lili Bosse “Ignoring the nexus study is cheap” multiple times during his responded directly to his com- pretty much proof positive that the comments. ments, which she said left her council majority could care less “We had a chance to change the “almost speechless.” about affordable housing,” narrative on affordable housing, to “This entire council, as was photo by Cameron Kiszla Mirisch said. fix our abysmal record, and we stated at the last meeting and all West Hollywood City Council members want an investigation into allegations The project does not include failed to do so … This council of billing fraud made against the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. affordable housing on site, but as chose to prioritize deca-million- See One Beverly Hills page 31 Pico Robertson hotel faces Planning Commission n Project would serve Music may ring out again Orthodox Jews, displace local eatery on the streets of WeHo n Proposal could allow approved. BY CAMERON KISZLA The council was slated to vote live entertainment on on the proposal on Monday, but A proposed hotel on Robertson public, private spaces technical issues with the virtual Boulevard is expected to be consid- meeting prevented the item from ered by the Los Angeles Planning BY AARON BLEVINS being discussed. Commission this morning, June 10. According to a staff report, The meeting is scheduled to begin The West Hollywood City businesses would seek approval at 8:30 a.m. Council may soon permit local for live events, and city staff The project, which goes by the businesses to once again host would determine whether the name SORO Hotel – which stands live, outdoor entertainment if an location is suitable. West for south of Robertson – would amended executive order pro- Hollywood’s Code Compliance construct 131 hotel rooms at 1434- posed by the city’s manager and 1456 S. Robertson Blvd. According director of emergency services is See OUT Zones page 30 to Ira Handelman, a consultant and spokesman for the project, the hotel photo by Cameron Kiszla Le Petit Jardin will be demolished to make way for the SORO Hotel if the would serve the Orthodox Jewish community, allowing guests to project is approved. observe the restrictions of the sab- bath, such as a prohibition on oper- Handelman. hotel. ating mechanical and electrical However, the project has drawn “If I don’t have my restaurant, we equipment, and by offering kosher criticism from some in the commu- don’t make money. We don’t have dining and banquet areas. nity, including Priscilla Sotelo jobs,” Sotelo Klisch said. “The SORO Hotel will provide a Klisch, whose family has owned Carly Kirchen and Charlie place for guests to stay close to the the café and flower shop Le Petit Carnow, research analysts with families or businesses they are vis- Jardin at 1456 S. Robertson Blvd. Unite Here Local 11, which is iting, which is also within walking for 27 years. Plans for the hotel call opposing the project unless changes distance of temples and synagogues for the café building, which accord- are made, noted that the eatery is where they can conveniently wor- ing to city documents is owned by beloved by the neighborhood. photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood ship,” the development team wrote Harkham Family Enterprises, to be OUT Zones were created last year to provide businesses a way to in a document provided by torn down to make way for the See Hotel page 30 operate outdoors during the pandemic. 2 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CALENDAR

Vancouver Asian Canadian ter children for a single week, multi- Beverly Hills Theatre’s “1 ple weeks or the full 10-week ses- Hour Photo,” sion. Classes are $450 per week. Chamber written and per- 1101 S. Robertson Blvd., Ste. 104. The Beverly Hills Chamber of formed by robertsonartzone.com. Commerce is holding a small busi- Tetsuro, running ness forum on Thursday, June 10, online from from 9 to 11 a.m., via Zoom. The Saturday, June forum includes opening remarks by Dance and art 12, through Beverly Hills Mayor Robert The Los Angeles County Museum of Sunday, June Wunderlich and roundtable discus- Art presents “Art Moves: Modern Art 20. “1 Hour Photo” is the true story sions specifically focused on the and Culture Shock L.A.” on Tuesday, of a Japanese Canadian man’s quest restaurant and retail sectors. June 15, from 6 to 7 p.m., online. In for beauty during a difficult period, Admission is free but reservations celebration of the opening of as he journeys from finding love in are required. members.beverly- LACMA’s modern art galleries in a World War II incarceration camp hillschamber.com BCAM, Level 3, Culture Shock L.A. to rebuilding his life as a scientist, will premiere new choreography in Beverly Press/Park Labrea News file photo businessman and father. The pro- response to works on view. Culture The city of West Hollywood commemorated victims of HIV/AIDS and duction uses intricately crafted Shock Los Angeles is a nonprofit Culinary history miniatures to explore Mas dance company that utilizes hip hop examined the impact the disease had on the community. Join the Culinary Historians of Yamamoto’s life during and after dance and culture to create education, Southern California for “Japanese internment. A discussion with empowerment and entertainment pro- Luxury Ingredients and Their Shigematsu is included. Tickets are grams to inspire positive change. Transmission to $34.99. eastwestplayers.org. Experience the interplay between the West” with dance and the museum’s modern art WeHo marks 40th anniversary professor, histo- collection in the online program. rian and author Japanese film my.lacma.org/events/21435. Ken Albala, on Japan Foundation Los Angeles is of first CDC report on AIDS Saturday, June holding an online screening of the 12, at 10:30 film ”Words Can’t Go There” on On June 5, the world marked 40 Today, we see people who are liv- a.m., via Zoom. Saturday, June 12, ad Sunday, June Bloomsday years since the first five cases were ing with HIV thrive because of Albala will 13, at 7 p.m. This film is a feature- Celebrate Bloomsday with an online officially reported of what would extraordinary advances in medica- describe the initial impression length documentary exploring the screening of the film “Bloom,” pre- later become known as AIDS. The tions and treatment. But, there’s so Portuguese traders and missionaries story of California surfer turned sented by the Hammer Museum on U.S. Centers for Disease Control much more work to be done. In had of Japanese cuisine and its Japanese shakuhachi flute master Wednesday, June 16, at 7 p.m. and Prevention’s Morbidity and West Hollywood, we’re working to ingredients, and how the Dutch used John “Kaizan” Neptune. The film Bloomsday, observed on June 16, is Mortality Weekly Report described turn our HIV Zero vision into a the ingredients in the 17th century examines what it takes to cross an annual commemoration and cele- the five cases four decades ago. reality, and we won’t stop until we and early 18th century. Albala will cultural borders and become a bration of author James Joyce’s life. The onset of the HIV/AIDS epi- can declare that HIV/AIDS is also discuss the mysterious process master of the traditional Japanese Stephen Rea, Angeline Ball and demic had a significant impact in over.” by which ingredients such as soy, art form. Neptune has lived in Hugh O’Conor West Hollywood. The disease’s On June 8, the city’s Human miso, sake and pickles were first Japan for over 40 years, focusing star in the fea- elevated infection rate among gay Services Commission meeting imported to Europe and North on the shakuhachi to further delve ture-length film men caused a devastatingly high included a panel presentation about America, and then largely forgotten into the infinite possibilities of adaptation of number of deaths in the city; the the advancement of HIV medica- by the early 19th century. The illus- sound. Joyce’s magnum city mourns those who have been tions over the past 40 years, as well trated lecture is free; registration opus, “Ulysses.” As in the lost to HIV/AIDS and honors those as an update about the develop- required. eventbrite.com/e/ken- groundbreaking who work tirelessly in response to ment of an HIV vaccine and cure. albala-japanese-luxury-ingredients- Art camps for kids and-their-transmission-to-the-west- Robertson Art Zone is holding a 10- novel, the film the epidemic. Panelists included Dr. Jay tickets-156162926517?. week Art Summer Camp from takes place entirely on June 16, 1904, “The city of West Hollywood Gladstein, chief medical officer Monday, June 14, through Friday, and follows Leopold Bloom, who has been a leader in the fight and site medical director, APLA Aug 20. The camp for children ages walks the streets of Dublin while his against HIV and AIDS,” Mayor Health Mid-Wilshire; and long- East West Players 5-12 is held Monday through Friday, wife entertains a lover. Viewing is Lindsey Horvath said. “After term survivors of HIV/AIDS. To East West Players, the nation’s from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities free but reservations are required. unspeakable heartbreak, we’ve view the presentation visit largest producer of Asian American focus on a different region of the hammer.ucla.edu/programs- seen so much progress in the fight. youtube.com/wehotv. theatrical works, presents world each week. Parents can regis- events/2021/bloom.

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8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. chief communications officer 4TH FLOOR The public informa- BEVERLLYY HILLS, CA 90211 tion manager for the city (323)933-5518 of Beverly Hills, Keith BEVERLLYYPRESS.COMM Sterling, has been promoted to chief commu- MAILING ADRESS: nications officer as part P.O. BOX 36036 of the approval of the LOS ANGELES, CAA 900036 executive compensation

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Karen Villalpando Sterling, who has overseen the city’s com- EDITOR &PUBLISHERER munications and media Edwin Folven relations since 2018, was [email protected] recently awarded the city’s 2020 Employee EDITOR Excellence Award for Cameron Kiszla Outstanding Job [email protected] Performance for his achievements spear- REPORRTTER heading various public information efforts Aaron Blevins throughout the COVID- photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Jill WeWeinlein, 19 pandemic. Keith Sterling Tim Posada, “I am very grateful to Rebecca Villalpando, the Beverly Hills City Emily Jilg Council and the city manager for my promotion,” Sterling said. “I look forward to continuing to strengthen our communication efforts with new and CONTRIBUTING WRITERS exciting ways to reach our community.” Sterling has received many accolades throughout his career, including a The Beverly Press and Park Labrea News are Los Angeles Area Emmy Award. He has been honored by the Public weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- Relations Society of America as well as the California School Public pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal Relations Association. advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court Prior to joining the city, Sterling has led communications for the city of Order No 736637. Decreed newspapers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising in Burbank, Anaheim Elementary School District and the University of Utah. the City of Beverly Hills and the County of Los Sterling has also been a television news anchor and reporter for several sta- Angeles, Dec. 22, 2020 by Superior Court Case Number 19STCP04891. Government Code 6008. tions across the country. He is a graduate of the Roy H. Park School of Communications at Ithaca College. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 3 June 10, 2021 Beverly Hills adopts fiscal year 2021-22 budget BY AARON BLEVINS WeHo encourages community The Beverly Hills City Council members to get vaccinated adopted its 2021-22 capital improvement and operating bud- The city of West Hollywood is ble to receive a vaccine. Visit gets on June 1 with only a few getting the word out that there is vaccinatelacounty.com to sign up adjustments from the proposed bud- ample supply of vaccines in the for a vaccination appointment. gets that were presented to the Los Angeles County region to For people without access to a council in May. prevent against COVID-19 dis- computer or the internet, or peo- The changes included accelerat- ease. Getting vaccinated is the ple with disabilities, an L.A. ing the citywide outdoor warning single most effective way to pro- County call center is open daily siren system project and allocating tect against illness and communi- from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. to help $100,000 for a feasibility study to ty spread of the coronavirus and schedule appointments at see if the city should create its own is the most important step in get- (833)540-0473. health department, according to a ting back to normal. Additional information, such staff report. photo by Cameron Kiszla The latest data from the Los as links to West Hollywood-area Mayor Robert Wunderlich said Beverly Hills officials say the city is in relatively better shape than other Angeles County Department of drug store chains offering vacci- the pandemic had a “horrific” cities due to its buildup of reserves. Public Health indicates that as of nations, is available on the city’s impact on individuals, businesses May 23, more than two-thirds of website at weho.org/coronavirus and cities, but Beverly Hills “was in demic,” he added. er in Beverly Hills,” Mirisch said. West Hollywood residents, 68.2% in the vaccines and testing infor- a lot better shape” than some The council passed the 2021-22 During the meeting, Wunderlich or 23,394 people, have received at mation section. municipalities, and its budget budgets by a 4-1 margin. asked Muir if the city budgets allo- least one dose of vaccine. Los Angeles County is offering reflects that. Councilmember John Mirisch cated funding for land acquisition – As a destination for dining, in-home COVID-19 vaccinations “We were in a relatively good voted against the proposed budgets, funding that could be used to devel- nightlife and entertainment, the for homebound community position to weather it,” he said. citing a lack of money assigned to op affordable housing units. Muir city amplifies its vaccination members. To register for an in- Wunderlich said there were cer- affordable housing units in the city. confirmed that they did, even message to those throughout the home vaccination, community tainly cutbacks in the operating During the June 1 meeting, though there was not a separate line region and the state. The more members should visit the L.A. budget, as revenue sources were Mirisch asked the city’s director of item for affordable housing. people who get vaccinated, the County Public Health website at down. He said several employees finance, Jeff Muir, if there was any “The fact that [affordable hous- safer everyone will become as publichealth.lacounty.gov/acd/nc have taken advantage of early funding set aside for affordable ing] wasn’t in there from the get-go new COVID-19 variants emerge orona2019/vaccine/hcwsignup to retirement plans and that some cap- housing in the budgets. Muir tells you what the city thinks about and as the economy continues to complete and submit an online ital improvement projects have acknowledged that there was not. affordable housing,” Mirisch said. open across sectors. form. For questions about the been eliminated to compensate. “Talk is cheap,” Mirisch said. Wunderlich said the city is evalu- “We’re finally at a stage of the program, or to register by phone, “The hotel tax was devastated,” “I’m not going to allow this com- ating possibilities for additional pandemic where there’s a good call (833)540-0473. the mayor said. “The sales tax was munity to be gaslit, not even by the affordable housing and dedicating supply of vaccine availability,” Vaccines by Pfizer, Moderna, reduced significantly.” council.” money toward it, even if it wasn’t a West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey and Johnson & Johnson are avail- Although the city is seeing He referenced a Keyser Marston line item in the budgets. He said the Horvath said. “Getting back to nor- able in Los Angeles County. encouraging signs that businesses Associates nexus study that showed city is planning to put out a request mal means we must all do our part Individuals are considered fully are returning to Beverly Hills, the the city would need any more than for proposals in the coming months to get vaccinated and to encourage vaccinated two weeks or more city will need some time to recover, 500 additional affordable housing to develop an affordable housing people we know to get vaccinated. after they have received the sec- Wunderlich said. units as a result of the One Beverly project. No matter which vaccine you ond dose of either the Pfizer or “Going forward, we anticipate Hills project, which the council “There are things we are doing choose, please get vaccinated.” Moderna vaccine or two weeks or that our finances are going to take a approved on Tuesday. and part of the money ... would Health officials urge all people more after they have received the couple of years to be as robust as “This project is actually going to come from projects like One to get vaccinated, and people single-dose Johnson & Johnson they would have been with no pan- dig the affordable housing hole deep- Beverly Hills,” Wunderlich said. ages 12 and older are now eligi- vaccine. 4 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Fire spreads through attic in New leadership named at LAPD’s Wilshire Division By edwin folven patrol supervisor, watch comman- community during her time remain- building on Melrose Avenue der and lieutenant. She formerly ing at the Wilshire Division. Los Capt. Sonia Monico, a 22-year served as an aide to a commander in Angeles City Councilman Paul law enforcement veteran, has been the LAPD’s Operations-Valley Koretz, 5th District, added that the selected as the new commanding Bureau and adjutant for Deputy division will remain in good hands. officer for the Los Angeles Police Chief Regina Scott in Operations “I am so proud that Capt. Department’s Wilshire Division. Central Bureau. Shannon Paulson is receiving a Monico will succeed Capt. After being promoted to the rank well-deserved promotion from her Shannon Paulson, who is being of captain in 2019, Monico served role as captain to commander. promoted to the rank of commander as patrol captain for the Hollenbeck While it is bittersweet to lose her as and will serve as assistant com- Division. Since October, she has an invaluable protector of our commanding officer of the LAPD’s been assigned as commanding offi- munity, we are so thrilled for her Counter-Terrorism and Special cer of the LAPD’s Central Traffic and we are also looking forward to Operations Bureau. The anticipated Division. working with our new incoming date for the transition is Aug. 1. Other changes at the station Capt. Sonya Monico,” Koretz said Monico and Paulson were not include a promotion for the current in a statement. “We understand that available for comment before press patrol commanding officer, Capt. there will be ample transition time time. According to her biography Al Mendoza, who will become and from past experiences at on the LAPD’s website, Monico commanding officer of the LAPD’s Wilshire Division, the transitions was born in Mexico and raised in Central Traffic Division. Mendoza have been seamless. The continuity Los Angeles. She joined the depart- will be succeeded by newly proof operations will be in very capa- ment in 1993 and has served in moted Capt. Anthony Otero. ble hands with Capt. Monico. We many assignments during her Paulson said previously that she look forward to a continued bright career, including patrol officer, plans to continue focusing on the future at the Wilshire Division.”

Man pleads guilty to fraud involving TV production photo by Cameron Kiszla The CEO of two Hollywood pro- maximum penalty of 20 years in fed- the claim, authorities said. A greater alarm structure fire sent dozens of firefighters into action duction companies that specialize in eral prison. To convince the private lender to on June 5 at a building in the 5000 block of Melrose Ave., near reality television programming According to the plea agreement, give him additional time to repay the Wilton Place. The fire was reported at approximately 11 p.m. in a agreed on June 8 to plead guilty to Smith managed and owned two pro- loan, court documents stated that series of adjoining vacant commercial storefronts. At 11:15 p.m., wire fraud for obtaining a $2 million duction companies: Hoplite Smith falsely represented the pay- additional Los Angeles Fire Department personnel were dispatched business loan using fabricated docu- Entertainment, Inc., and Hoplite, ment was imminent. He also to the scene after the blaze was declared a greater alarm fire requiring ments and by misrepresenting his Inc. To convince a private lender to emailed a fake record showing a more resources. Approximately 75 firefighters extinguished the blaze companies’ financial circumstances. fund a $2 million loan last year, $100,000 wire payment from at 11:34 p.m. LAFD spokesman Brian Humphrey said the personnel Jonathan Lee Smith, 40, of West Smith falsely represented that his Hoplite to the lender. conducted offensive operations to extinguish heavy flames and con- Hollywood, was charged with wire two companies had accounts receiv- The loan was never repaid. Smith tain them to the front portion of a common attic in the building. The fraud. In a plea agreement filed on able of $3.4 million. He also submit- has agreed to pay $2 million in resti- cause of the fire remains under investigation, and the cost of damage June 8, Smith agreed to plead guilty ted falsified license agreements and tution. The defendant is expected to and loss was not available. to the felony offense, which carries a committed other forgeries to back up next appear in court on July 6. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 5 June 10, 2021 6 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Lawn bowlers roll out the welcome mat n Holmby Park group It’s an interesting mixture. I live in French Open,” she joked. “If they Holmby Hills, but you have people show up at the open house, we’ll wel- seeking new members from Park La Brea all the way to come them. We welcome all ages. Pacific Palisades who come, and a They can take free lessons, or if they BY EDWIN FOLVEN few people come from the Valley. just want to learn about the game, we We welcome people to come by and encourage them to stop by.” Exercise and socialization are learn the game.” Seres said he hopes many people important for staying healthy as Goddard said the club loans will visit during the open house and people age, which is something bowls to new members until they take up the sport. Membership is members of the Holmby Park Lawn purchase their own. She said inex- $95 annually, but Seres said it will Bowling Club know well. pensive bowls can be found online, be reduced to $50, covering the rest The club has approximately 90 and new ones start around $50. of 2021, on June 12. active members, most ages 50 and Many of the members wear white “It’s great when new people above, who gather up to three times clothing, which is a tradition in come in. It’s very satisfying to see a week for a friendly game. lawn bowling, but the club is very new people meld into the existing Members said they enjoy conversa- casual and white apparel is not group,” he added. “The friendliness photo courtesy of the Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club tion and camaraderie as they com- mandatory, Goddard added. of the group has always been a big Lawn Bowling is competitive but friendly, and members enjoy a sense of pete in one of the world’s oldest “It’s very relaxed. It’s not the selling point.” togetherness and camaraderie, club administrators said. sports, dating to the 12th century. The club is holding an open house on Saturday, June 12, at 10 a.m., and encourages everyone to stop by and experience the joy of lawn bowling – free lessons will be provided. “First, the club is in a very beautiful park. This is one of the gems of the area,” said Tom Seres, who has served as club president for 20 years. “It’s a traditional game invented by the Brits, and it became very popu- lar. What’s interesting is around the world, it’s played by people in their 30s, 40s and 50s, but in America, it became a game for people who are retired or are going to retire. Apart from the game, it is very social. The bors, social interaction is almost as impor- To my friends and neigh tant as the game itself.” The club plays on expansive for greens in a fenced area dedicated to st gratitude lawn bowling in Holmby Park, I expressss my deepedeepe g located at 646 Comstock Ave., next t during the last to the Los Angeles Country Club your suupport during the las and just west of Beverly Hills. During play, each green is divided 15 months.nths into smaller areas known as rinks. The facility is large enough that f you, I have re-evaluated multiple games can be played Because of t t i business simultaneously, accommodating what is important in business dozens of people. Teams of one to . three players compete against each and in life other on separate rinks. unity nd the comm T s rve e you a “The social k y friends and to nevern take you, my friends, interaction is almost l l customers as important as the neighboors, and loyal customers game itself.” fof rantedr granted.

-Tom Seres, president of the Holmby I will wwork side by side with you Park Lawn Bowling Club mmunityunity strong to keeep our community st g i th th futuree future. f now and in To start a game, a white ball b th me known as a jack is rolled out onto thank you from both me and the green. The players then roll A in th o serve yo bowls – not balls – toward the jack, d ll wing us t trying to get as close as possible. my stafff and allowing us to serve you. The bowls are not perfectly round, which causes them to curve right or s left as they roll across the green. The Allan Jeffrie player or team that finishes a round, known as an end, with their bowls closest to the jack wins that round. Games typically have 12 to 14 ends. The Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club was founded in 1927. Famous players of the game include Shirley Temple and Walt Disney. In his later years, former President Ronald Reagan is said to have stopped by to watch members of the club play. Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club member Vicki Goddard, who took up the sport in 2019, said it’s a wonderful game that is a lot of fun. ALLAN The club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. and on JEFFRIES Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. During the summer, the club sometimes opens FRAMINGRAMING on Wednesday evenings, she added. “I usually try to play Tuesday and Thursday, and sometimes 8301 WW.. Thi rd S t. • L os A ngel es, CA 90048 • 323 .655 .1296 • www.allanjef ll jfff fifries.com Saturday,” Goddard said. “I really like the people; they are very nice. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 7 June 10, 2021 Fairfax Theatre undergoes further review for historic status by Cultural Heritage Commission n Venue will also be Council for consideration. this important building.” The Cultural Heritage Luftman conducted extensive considered for Commission heard a presentation research over the past several years National Register of by Steven Luftman, a member of on the theater, which was built in the grassroots group Save Beverly 1930. He learned that it has long Historic Places Fairfax and a board member for the been at the center of the local BY EDWIN FOLVEN Art Deco Society of Los Angeles, Jewish community, having preced- who filed the petition for historic ed the first synagogues in the area. The Los Angeles Cultural monument status. Luftman also dis- Jewish congregations held commu- Heritage Commission voted unani- closed on Monday that he has a big- nity meetings, fundraisers and spe- mously on June 3 to further study ger goal in his quest to have the the- cial events at the theater, as well as the Fairfax Theatre for possible his- ater designated historic. He applied numerous High Holy Days obser- toric-cultural status, as part of a to have the theater recognized on vances, he said. The theater build- photo courtesy of Mott Studios, 1932/California State Library collection three-step process for designation. the National Register of Historic ing housed the first kosher deli and The Fairfax Theatre was built in 1930. The decision moves the property Places and received news that the Jewish grocery store in the commu- on the northwest corner of Beverly State Historic Resources nity, as well as an office for one of Attorney William F. Delvac, who ed. He said historic designation is Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue one Commission, which works with the the first Jewish doctors in the represents the owner, spoke briefly important and will put the city on step closer to becoming a Los California Office of Historic Fairfax District, he said. during the hearing, indicating the record recognizing the theater’s sig- Angeles historic landmark. Next, Preservation to get properties nom- The commission is considering owner is eager to move forward nificance in Los Angeles history. two members of the commission inated for the national registry, has historic-cultural status for the the- with a development project Luftman said he is even more opti- will tour the site, and the commis- agreed to consider the Fairfax ater for the second time. A previous approved in 2013 for the site, mistic about the preservation plan sion will consider historic status at a Theatre at a meeting on July 30. application was turned down in whether or not historic status is after the Cultural Heritage future meeting, when a final vote is “It’s a big deal just to get on that 2010, when the commission ruled granted. Commission vote on June 3. expected. The proposal will then agenda,” Luftman said. “We are that the long-vacant building did The owner already has city “I’m very excited. It’s really pos- move to the Los Angeles City hoping it will be another step for not meet the requisite criteria. approval to build 71 condominiums itive,” he said. “We think it is really Luftman said that application in the building, which currently important the building gets recog- focused solely on the architectural houses small stores on the ground nized.” elements of the building, not its his- level. Those approvals require that In the meantime, Luftman said he tory and importance in the commu- the theater’s marquee and key Art will continue raising support for nity. He added that much of the Deco features be preserved, includ- preservation and hopes the Los information about the history and ing the building’s signature spire. Angeles Cultural Heritage connection to the neighborhood Delvac asked that the commis- Commission will conclude the was not available to the previous sion take into consideration that property is significant. applicant, as he found a lot of it in there are already approvals granted “The building should be consid- old newspapers and other sources for housing. The owner has until ered a historic resource,” Luftman that have been digitized and made 2024 to build the project. said. “I’d love to talk to the owner available to the public. Luftman acknowledged that the about changing their plans. Maybe The building’s owner, B&F building owner has the right to this could work out to be a cultural Associates, opposed the historic- build the condominium project and center. It could be such a great cultural monument nomination in that cannot be changed, whether or building to resurrect the neighbor- 2010 and still opposes it now. not historic-cultural status is grant- hood.”

photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Library In its heyday, the Fairfax Theatre drew crowds to opening night events. Bill would remove vestiges of redlining and segregation The California Assembly on and expense needed to remove June 2 supported a measure to the covenants deter developers remove vestiges of redlining and from acquiring and developing segregation that have hindered on these otherwise ideal project affordable and supportive hous- sites. ing. Assembly Bill 721, authored AB 721 will clarify that densi- by Assemblyman Richard Bloom ty restrictions in private (D-Santa Monica), will invalidate covenants cannot be used to cur- density restrictions in housing tail affordable and supportive covenants that do not conform housing. The measure allows for with local zoning. the owner of a property who “We know racial restrictions in commits to building 100% housing covenants go against our affordable units for lower-income values as Californians,” Bloom households may build as many said. “The same is true about den- units as the local zoning code sity restrictions that aim to keep allows. AB 721 also preserves low-income and communities of and strengthens local control by color out of certain neighbor- restricting private landowners hoods.” from overriding local zoning. Court decisions and the “Affordable housing develop- California Legislature have made ers have to walk away from ideal racially restrictive covenants project sites because of these pri- unenforceable. However, the vate covenants that date back to racial restrictions are often con- the 1930s,” Bloom said. “We tained in longer covenant docu- need to make sure these restric- ments with restrictions on the tions don’t continue to stand in size and number of units allowed, the way of affordable housing which can act as clear barriers to production.” the development of affordable AB 721 heads to the Senate for and supportive housing. The time consideration. 8 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Wilson confirmed as WeHo city manager n Details of contract in 1992. Wilson was awarded a 30-month unveiled at contract, which will take his City Council meeting employment through Jan. 7, 2024, with two potential 12-month exten- BY CAMERON KISZLA sions that could bring his tenure through the beginning of 2026. The West Hollywood City His salary will be more than Council confirmed the appointment $329,000 through Jan. 7, 2023, of the new city manager with a after which he will be given a 5% unanimous vote on June 7. raise, bringing his pay to nearly David Wilson, who currently $346,000. If the extensions are serves as assistant city manager, approved, on Jan. 7, 2024, his pay will replace outgoing City Manager will rise to nearly $363,000, and on Paul Arevalo on July 7, when Jan. 7, 2025, it will increase again photo courtesy of Isaac Bryan Arevalo retires after more than two to more than $381,000. Democrat Isaac Bryan will represent the 54th District in the state Assembly. decades at the helm. If his tenure ends early, Wilson’s Wilson has served as assistant severance pay will be nine months’ city manager since 2018, but he has pay, though that amount drops to been with the city for more than 20 six months’ pay and then 90 days’ Bryan sworn into Assembly years, according to an announce- pay as the end of the contract nears. photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood ment of his selection the city The city did not make Wilson or West Hollywood City Manager Elections officials have certified or 1,667 votes. Democrat Samuel released last month. Prior to his Arevalo available for an interview the results of the May 18 Assembly Robert Morales finished last, with time as assistant city manager, or comment before press time, but David Wilson District 54 Special Primary 3.1% or 1,304 votes. Wilson was director of finance and during the June 7 council meeting, Election. The winner is Isaac Bryan, The winner of the Assembly technology services for the city. He Mayor Lindsey Horvath and Mayor part of the council’s consent calen- a Democrat who claimed 50.8% of District 54 Special Primary graduated from the University of Pro Tempore Lauren Meister dar, which typically indicates unan- the vote with 21,472 votes received. Election will serve the remainder of California at Berkeley with a bach- offered Wilson their congratula- imous support. He was sworn in on May 28. the current term, which was vacated elor’s degree in political economy tions. “I do thank you all and appreciate Democrat Heather Hutt finished by former Assemblywoman of industrial societies and earned “I just want to say, on …. the you moving my contract to con- in second place with 24.9% of the Sydney Kamlager, who now serves his master’s degree in planning appointment of the city manager, sent,” Wilson said. vote, or 10,538 votes. Democrat in the state Senate. The current two- from the University of Southern congratulations to David Wilson Cheryl Turner finished third, with year term will be up for election California. Wilson also briefly again … It [is now] official, so 9.6% or 4,072 votes. Democrat again next year. played professional football as a thank you, David,” Meister said. Dallas Fowler finished fourth with For information, visit defensive back for the Minnesota Wilson thanked the council 7.6% or 3,235 votes. Bernard sos.ca.gov/elections/prior-elec- Vikings and New England Patriots members for handling the matter as Senter, who did not express a party tions/special-elections/2021- preference, finished fifth with 3.9% ad54/primary-official-canvass. Letters to the L.A. releases sustainable Editor

Statue of Liberty), far exceeding transportation program Development issues Beverly Hills’ height limit of 45 Los Angeles City Planning and gies for reducing carbon emis- deserve greater feet. “The traffic will be a night- the Los Angeles Department of sions. These proposed changes to mare,” she predicts. Transportation on June 7 the city’s zoning code would scrutiny My letter congratulates the unveiled proposed changes to the require projects of a certain size Beverly Hills City Council on its city’s existing Transportation to incorporate TDM strategies for Regarding the June 3 issue, efforts to balance the needs of Demand Management program, reducing drive-alone vehicle trips bicyclists, pedestrians, transit rid- including a proposed update to and total miles traveled. First, I read on the front page, ers and motorists. I agree, but the citywide TDM ordinance. “L.A.’s TDM ordinance brings “One Beverly Hills given green caution is the order of the day. Do The draft proposal would help a long-overdue overhaul to our light” by reporter Cameron we need more empty bicycle reduce car dependence in Los development review process that Kiszla, and then on page 11 my lanes, as they now are? Will tran- Angeles by changing the zoning will make us a more connected letter (“Mobility options must be sit ridership improve or are we code for new developments, and efficient city,” LADOT balanced. . .” and the letters by just dreaming? And what about helping the city meet the carbon General Manager Seleta Marcy Kelly, “One Beverly Hills the project’s impact on traffic pollution reduction goals set out Reynolds said. “When we incen- will have major impact on city,” congestion and limited parking in the mayor’s Green New Deal. tivize a wider range of transporta- and Robert Cherno, “Plan for spaces, barely enough to accom- It would also introduce strategies tion options, we build a future church property would harm modate our present car drivers? that enhance sustainable mobility with greater mobility, less traffic neighborhood.” All deal with real We certainly want to do more options. and improved health outcomes estate development and road good than harm. The current update to the city- for Los Angeles.” mobility in our communities. As letter-writer Cherno hints, wide TDM ordinance aims to Through this legislative action, Kiszla describes an extended bribery and collusion involving reduce the number of overall City Planning and LADOT will overview of what the developer developers are not things we vehicle trips that result from new be better positioned to require plans for the One Beverly Hills would like to be factors in our construction, leveraging the lat- new developments to contribute project focused on economic city’s growth and well-being. est technologies and incentives to the city’s expanding trans- benefits that the city could Recent findings of corruption by to offer sustainable modes of portation options. New develop- receive, but so little on any nega- elected local leaders is not what transportation. While the city’s ments will be able to choose tives. Letter-writer Marcy Kelly we want for our communities. existing TDM ordinance applies from a menu of TDM strategies recognizes the likely impact of only to large-scale commercial to implement, including addi- the project, rising 32 stories into George Epstein sites, the proposed revision tional investments in public tran- the sky (100 feet taller than the Detroit Street would expand the TDM program sit, biking and carpooling; incen- to apply to more new construc- tivizing sustainable transportation projects, including multi- tion; and making travel option family residential development information more accessible to West Hollywood State of the projects consisting of 16 or more residents, employees and visi- units. tors. As a result, Los Angeles “This program puts people will have more robust alterna- City to be held June 29 first. It recognizes Angelenos’ tives to driving alone, like public diverse transportation needs, transit, walking, biking and car- The West Hollywood Chamber panel of city experts to speak about invests in walkable, bike-friend- sharing. of Commerce will virtually host how the chamber is making ly, transit-rich communities and In the weeks ahead, LADOT the annual State of the City event changes to support the business incentivizes the creation of walk- and City Planning will hold virtu- on Tuesday, June 29, from 5 to 7 community as they “Open to able activity centers,” Director of al workshops and a public hear- p.m. Creativity.” Planning Vince Bertoni said. “By ing to solicit community input The event will honor outgoing The event acts as a fundraiser for creating more efficient and sus- before advancing the draft ordi- City Manager Paul Arevalo and his the West Hollywood Chamber of tainable options for getting nance first to the City Planning 30 years of service to the city as he Commerce, a 501(c)6 nonprofit around the city, we will make it Commission, and then to the City delivers his final State of the City, organization. easier for Angelenos to reach Council for adoption. For infor- and will welcome the new City Tickets are $40 and sponsorships jobs, education, health care and mation, click Transportation Manager David Wilson. The pro- are available. social activities.” Demand Management (TDM) gram will feature chamber Chair For information, email The core of the initiative intro- Program Update at Nick Rimedio, a keynote address [email protected] or visit duces new transportation strate- planning4la.org/mobility. by Mayor Lindsey Horvath and a wehochamber.com. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 9 June 10, 2021

makes all the difference for parents ent names, they want to use she/her and their children.” pronouns, you support them and Cedars opens pediatric gender wellness clinic The clinic also helps families call them by the name that feels Cedars-Sinai has opened a clinic their puberty while they are work- family can then decide whether to with social support, especially for more authentic to them. You use the for children and adolescents under ing through their true gender identi- go forward with hormone therapy, younger children who have not pronouns they want, and you sign age 18 who are questioning their ty. As Hassouri explains, pausing such as estrogen and testos- reached puberty but are feeling gen- them up for activities or sports gender or experiencing gender dys- puberty is done by administering terone.” der fluid. Hassouri’s advice for par- teams that they feel more comfort- phoria – marked incongruence and medication through a single tooth- “My advice to parents is to not ents of young children with gender able with,” said Hassouri. “At that distress between their true gender pick-size implant in the upper arm. hesitate or be scared about making identity issues is to listen and offer age, you are supporting them and identity and biological sex. The The medication can pause puberty that first appointment with someone support. allowing them to explore their gen- clinic is run by Dr. Paria Hassouri, a for anywhere from one to two who specializes in gender-diverse “If a child is born designated der and be comfortable.” pediatrician specializing in the field years. youth,” Hassouri said. “That first male, but feels either fluid or femi- Cedars-Sinai is located at 8700 of gender wellness. “We’re doing a pause on puber- conversation is just about gathering nine, and they want to wear certain Beverly Blvd. For information, visit Hassouri had a personal reason ty, which is completely reversible information and knowledge, which clothing, they want to go by differ- cedars-sinai.org. for studying gender-affirming care. and safe until the child is a little One of her three children came out bit older,” Hassouri said. “When as transgender at age 13. the child is older, they and their “As I had to navigate these difficult decisions with my husband for CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD my own teenager, I realized that it was really something that I felt pas- sionate about, and that I wanted to NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING help other families through this process as well,” Hassouri said. “Seeing my own daughter going from being depressed to really NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood City Council will hold a Pub- thriving, once she was able to live lic Hearing to consider the following item: in her authentic gender, made me want to be able to help other teens do that as well.” LOCATIONS: 9157 SUNSET BOULEVARD, In the Pediatric and Adolescent West Hollywood, California Gender Wellness Clinic she runs at Cedars-Sinai, Hassouri helps chil- REQUEST: Proposal to replace an existing single-sided static billboard dren and their parents navigate options such as medical transition with a new single-sided digital billboard on a property desig- or blocking puberty, as well as offer nated as a cultural resource, subject to a development resources and support. agreement and as part of the Sunset Boulevard Off-Site Sig- Blocking puberty is used for nage Policy. youth who are just starting puberty photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai and may want to put a pause on Dr. Paria Hassouri PERMIT(S): Certificate of Appropriateness, Development Agreement, Sign Permit, Zone Map Amendment, and any other required permits. Notable quotes “The basis of our government being the opinion of the people, the APPLICANT(S): Jeffrey A. Seymour, Seymour Consulting Group very first object should be to keep that right; and were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to TIME/PLACE Teleconference Meeting prefer the latter.” OF HEARING: Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Given the local, state and nation state of emergency, this Thomas Jefferson meeting will be a teleconferenced meeting (with detailed 1743-1826 instructions for participation included on the posted Letter to Colonel Edward Carrington agenda). January 16, 1787 ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan)

With yesterday’s revelation that Donald Trump’s Department of ENVIRONMENTAL Justice under Attorney General William Barr secretly sought and STATUS: Negative Declaration prepared for Sunset Boulevard Off-Site obtained phone and email records for professional and private Signage Policy accounts from journalists at CNN, the New York Times and the Washington Post in a move to aggressively target news outlets in leak investigations, the words of Thomas Jefferson remind us to hold our government to account. DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND STATE OF EMERGENCY, CITY HALL We fear that this unprecedented effort will have a chilling effect on IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. The staff report will be available on Wednesday, June the First Amendment rights of all Americans to a free press. 16, 2021 on-line at www.weho.org

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Now, the L.A. County CRC is ing will be held on Aug. 7. independent of the Board of To find which meetings will Supervisors as a result of California cover which areas, visit redistrict- $" ! ! . - legislation that passed in 2016. ing.lacounty.gov/public-hearings. !! " : 323-848-6826. At the local level, periodic redis- For information, visit redistrict- tricting can help to ensure the ing.lacounty.gov. 10 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Union Station provides new hub for vaccinations The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority has partnered with the city of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Fire Department to open a free, public vaccination site at Union Station. The site will be open Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Union Station East portal. Union Station is the region’s busiest transit center, with more than 100,000 people using the station during an average weekday photo courtesy of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office prior to the pandemic. Union The city will be switching to smaller clinics within communities. Station provides access to Metro bus and rail, as well as Metrolink, Amtrak, regional and municipal transit partners, and private trans- City begins change in strategy portation. “Opening this site at Union Station moves us closer to a core photo courtesy of Metro for COVID-19 vaccinations goal of our vaccination campaign: Free vaccinations are available at the Union Station East portal, which making vaccines more accessible faces the Patsaouras Bus Plaza. Los Angeles Mayor Eric recently announced extended to people across Los Angeles,” Los Garcetti recently announced the hours at some city sites and Angeles Mayor and Metro Board next phase of the city’s vaccina- appointment-free options across Chair Eric Garcetti said. “With this fitting that it will now offer vacci- Effort, known as CORE. tion program, transitioning from Los Angeles. new clinic at the epicenter of our nations for the thousands of Appointments can be made by vis- the mass vaccination model to a The city will now expand the transit network, we are adding Angelenos visit and travel through iting carbonhealth.com/covid-19- mobile strategy to bring vaccines number of mobile units and another life-saving stop on our here for essential work and other vaccines/los-angeles. The site will directly and conveniently to deploy more teams based on com- journey toward ending this pan- tasks every day,” said Los Angeles also accept walk-ups. L.A.’s hardest-hit communities. munity assessments of areas with demic – and ensuring our road to City Councilman Kevin de León, The LAFD will also continue to The city’s vaccination program is high vulnerability and low vacci- recovery leaves no Angeleno 14th District. “Not everyone has provide free onsite COVID-19 test- expected to transition entirely to nation rates. Mobile units will behind.” been able to realize the gains we ing at Union Station. For informa- mobile clinics by Aug. 1. also focus on high traffic loca- All three vaccines will be avail- have made in recovering from tion, visit unionstationla.com/hap- “Vaccines are the path to end- tions and special events to con- able at Union Station. Moderna and COVID-19, which is why it is so penings/free-covid-19-testing. ing this pandemic, and we’ve nect with community members the one-shot Johnson & Johnson important that we make it as easy “Promoting health equity is cen- worked day and night to get shots and make it easier to get vaccinat- vaccine will be available to every- as possible for everyone to get vac- tral to my strategic operational into Angelenos’ arms at our mass ed. one 18 years and older. The Pfizer cinated – particularly those in vision for LA Metro,” Metro CEO vaccination sites, our mobile clin- More than 4 million Angelenos vaccine will be available to every- underserved and marginalized Stephanie Wiggins said. “From ics and neighborhoods across our are fully vaccinated, and nearly 9 one 12 years and older (children communities.” COVID-19 testing to free face city,” Garcetti said. “We will million others have received at require a parent or guardian pre- The vaccination site is located at masks on buses and trains, to open- always meet and exceed the least a first dose by the end of sent). The vaccines are free, and no the top of the escalator at the Union ing up vaccination sites at key demand. With a growing number May, authorities said. insurance or citizenship documen- Station East portal, which faces the Metro transit centers, we will con- of residents getting inoculated, we A scaling down of the mass tation is required. Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The site will tinue to offer services and resources are putting our resources where vaccination sites will happen “Union Station has played a crit- be operated by the LAFD in part- for those who need it most in Los they will do the most good – gradually, and the centers will ical role in offering free COVID-19 nership with Carbon Health and Angeles County to ensure an equi- delivering doses directly to under- remain open to the public over the testing during the pandemic, so it’s Community Organized Relief table recovery.” vaccinated communities, engag- next two months. On June 19, the ing and educating vulnerable pop- mass vaccination site at Pierce ulations and eliminating barriers College will close permanently, to this life-saving vaccine.” followed by Los Angeles County, state outline more plans for reopening Equity and access are central Southwest College on June 26. pillars of the city’s vaccination By Aug. 1, the city will have at The Los Angeles County workers in California. masks, to unvaccinated employees campaign, the mayor said. Early least 14 mobile teams throughout Department of Public Health will According to the news rules, fully for voluntary use. After July 31, in the vaccination effort, Garcetti Los Angeles. host a virtual town hall on reopen- vaccinated workers without physical distancing and barriers are launched the Mobile Outreach for For information, visit coron- ing on Thursday, June 10, at 6 p.m. COVID-19 symptoms do not need no longer required, but employers Vaccine Equity program, and he avirus.lacity.org/getvaccinated. Public health officials will provide to wear face coverings in a room must provide all unvaccinated updates on the June 15 reopening in where everyone else is fully vacci- employees with N95 masks for vol- Los Angeles County. The town hall nated and are not showing symp- untary use. will be streamed live on Twitter, toms. However, where there is a The Los Angeles County Facebook, and YouTube @lapub- mixture of vaccinated and unvacci- Department of Public Health main- lichealth. For information, visit: nated people in a room, all workers tains that the best safeguard to pre- tinyurl.com/askreopeningtownhall. are required to wear a face covering. vent COVID-19 infection is vacci- As California reopens and physi- Outdoors, fully vaccinated work- nation. As of June 4, more than 9.6 cal distancing requirements and ers without symptoms do not need million doses of COVID-19 vaccine capacity limits for customers are to wear face coverings. However, have been administered in Los lifted on June 15, protecting L.A outdoor workers who are not fully Angeles County. More than 4.5 mil- County workers will be a top prior- vaccinated must continue to wear a lion (54%) L.A. County residents ity, especially in communities hard- face covering when they are less ages 16 and over are fully vaccinat- est hit during the pandemic. On than six feet away from another per- ed, and 65% percent have received June 3, the Cal/OSHA standards son. one dose of the vaccine, county board recommended new guidelines Employers can eliminate physical health officials announced on June for places of employment to align distancing and partitions and barri- 7. with the June 15 reopening. The ers for employees working indoors For information, visit pub- photo courtesy of Homeboy Industries standards, which are expected to be and at outdoor mega events if they lichealth.lacounty.gov and Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available on June 12. in place on June 15, apply to most provide respirators, such as N95 dir.ca.gov. Get vaccinated on June 12 Lieu bill will explore use of dogs to detect COVID-19 U.S. Rep. Ted W. Lieu (D- “I’m pleased to introduce this bill ways to test for infections.” at Homeboy Industries Torrance) on June 8 introduced the to create a pilot program at the U.S. The Penn Vet Working Dog COVID-19 Warrior Dogs Act, leg- Department of Defense to test the Center at the University of Homeboy Industries is hosting Free grocery boxes, diapers, islation to authorize a pilot pro- effectiveness of dogs using their Pennsylvania supported the a community vaccination site on baby wipes and care kits will be gram at the Department of Defense keen sense of smell to detect COVID-19 Warrior Dogs Act: Saturday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to provided to those who get vacci- to determine the effectiveness of COVID-19. If effective, dogs can “Working dogs have demonstrat- 3 p.m. nated. Free HIV testing will also using dogs to detect the early be trained and put to work in air- ed an ability to detect COVID-19,” The Pfizer vaccine will be be offered. No appointment or stages of diseases, including ports and other travel hubs across said Cynthia M. Otto, director of available to anyone 12 and older. documentation is necessary. COVID-19. the country – offering a cheaper the Penn Vet Working Dog Center. Those under 18 must come with a Homeboy Industries is located “We’ve seen time and time again and faster way to test for COVID. “This bill will ensure scientifically parent or legal guardian for con- at 130 W. Bruno St., downtown. how dogs and their amazing talent Although the U.S. is making great rigorous validation for operational sent. Homeboy Industries will For information, call (888)702- can help protect our safety. Dogs’ strides in the fight against COVID- utilization of medical detection also have the one-shot Johnson & 9042, or visit homeboyindus- skills in detecting COVID-19 are 19, the virus isn’t going away, dogs.” Johnson vaccine available. tries.org. currently being developed in coun- which is why we must continue to For information, visit tries all over the world,” Lieu said. explore cost-effective and dynamic lieu.house.gov. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 11 June 10, 2021 Board warms to idea of continuing outdoor dining The Los Angeles County Board impacted by the COVID-19 clo- One motion asked the board to of Supervisors approved two sures.” support Senate Bill 314, which motions on June 8 to support per- Last summer, supervisors Barger would streamline alcohol sales by manent options for outdoor dining. and Janice Hahn, 4th District, co- allowing current licensees, under “The temporary outdoor dining authored a motion to direct the Los the emergency relief order of the program that Supervisor Hahn and Angeles County Department of Alcohol Beverage Control I initiated last summer has been Public Works and the Department Department, a one-year grace peri- hugely successful in Los Angeles of Regional Planning to establish a od after the emergency order is lift- County for restaurants and cus- temporary outdoor dining program ed to apply for a permanent expan- tomers,” said Supervisor Kathryn to fast track permits for restaurants. sion of their license. Barger, 5th District. “We should The actions by the board of The other motion directs the Los make every effort to ensure this supervisors on June 8 will make Angeles County chief executive program becomes a permanent the programs permanent in the officer, in partnership with county option for eateries throughout the county, allowing businesses to departments, to develop guidelines region. This is a valuable resource transition current outdoor dining for expanded outdoor dining for the restaurant and hospitality into permanent spaces and to iden- options on sidewalks, streets and industry, which was devastatingly tify new locations. alleys.

photo courtesy of the Dordick Law Firm Artist’s studio in Hollywood designated historic Attorney Gary A. Dordick was joined by his wife Nava at the Dordick Los Angeles City Councilman Trial College in Cabo San Lucas. Mitch O’Farrell recently announced that the City Council voted on June 2 to designate the Corita Kent Studio in Hollywood as a historic-cultural monument. Inaugural Dordick Trial College The designation of the Corita Kent Studio, located at 5518 Franklin Ave., acknowledges considered a big success Kent’s important legacy in Los Beverly Hills attorney Gary A. and tips for young lawyers and Angeles and elevates the stories of Dordick recently held the first law students. The location was female artists, O’Farrell said. The Dordick Trial College in Cabo selected to provide a relaxing site was designated for its associa- San Lucas. The event helped pre- atmosphere while offering a tion with the famed artist, educator photo courtesy of the Corita Art Center pare trial lawyers for the court- robust series of educational and social justice advocate. The studio is shown in an undated photo on the Corita Art Center’s website. room and attracted lawyers from forums to help lawyers improve “This designation not only around the country. their craft and careers. Proceeds acknowledges Corita’s important Approximately 300 people benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer legacy in Los Angeles, it elevates Kent was a champion for women’s Angeles and beyond.” attended from May 13-16. Institute. the stories of female artists, whose rights, equity and social justice, and For information, visit corita.org Numerous attorneys provided For information, visit dordick- contributions have too often gone the impact of her body of artistic and laconservancy.org/issues/sister- insight about the legal profession trialcollege.com. unsung,” O’Farrell said. “Corita work continues to loom large in Los mary-corita-studio. 12 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Steady progress evident with subway project The Los Angeles County direction between San Vicente and eries are expected to continue in Metropolitan Transportation La Cienega boulevards through fall June. Lane closures will be imple- Authority has provided updates of 2022. mented in many areas. Wilshire about subway construction along Parking is available from 10 a.m. Boulevard has been reduced to two Wilshire Boulevard for the coming to 3 p.m. at 8447 Wilshire Blvd. lanes in each direction between San month. and 8350 Wilshire Blvd. to replace Diego Way and Spaulding Avenue, The next webinar for updates on metered parking removed from the and between Detroit and June the Purple Line Extension project area due to construction. The first streets. Some side streets adjacent will be held on Wednesday, July 7 hour will be validated for free by to construction staging areas, from noon to 1 p.m., via Zoom. To mentioning Metro upon entering including Gale Drive and Orange view the meeting, visit the structure. Grove Avenue, will also be inter- zoom.us/j/96626476708#success, Work is also occurring at the mittently closed. and use the webinar ID: 966 2647 future subway station sites at For questions and concerns, call 6708. Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La the 24-hour project hotline at Metro announced that bus pad Brea, and near Wilshire/Western, (213)922-6934, email the project photo by Edwin Folven restoration work occurred this week the current terminus of the Purple team at [email protected], Crews are supporting underground construction at the Gale staging yard on Wilshire Boulevard near San Line. Concrete and material deliv- or visit metro.net. in Beverly Hills. Diego Way. Construction continues at many other locations along the boulevard, in staging yards and underground. Work in Beverly Hills is primari- ly occurring at the future subway stations at Wilshire/Rodeo and Wilshire/La Cienega. Station construction continues underground at Wilshire/Rodeo, and crews are working on appendage structures that house vital systems at Wilshire/La Cienega. Long-term lane reductions will be in place on Wilshire Boulevard, which has been reduced to two lanes in each

App provides new options for housing The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, Los Angeles County Development Authority and the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles have launched a new universal housing application that will modernize the process for people experiencing homelessness. The goal is to remove barriers in obtaining permanent housing. The universal housing application consolidates 15 paper housing applications from different departments and agencies into one digital application. The new system will help LAHSA reduce the housing application process for people experiencing homelessness by up to 30 days. “Despite housing 65,000 people over the last three years, we aren’t resting on our laurels when it comes to supporting those we serve to get into housing. Right now, it takes too long for people to move from street to home and we must act with urgency to cut red tape and bust systemic barriers,” LAHSA Executive Director Heidi Marston said. “The UHA is a groundbreaking step forward. Through innovation, technology, and partnership, it speeds up the housing application process and eliminates redundancies, making it easier for our unhoused neighbors to find a place to call home.” Prior to having a universal housing application, it took an average of 150 days for a person experiencing homelessness to apply for and move into permanent housing. Case managers often spent up to an hour on each application, filling them out by hand. Approximately 60% of the applications were sent back for cor- rections in a process that sometimes took more than a month. The universal housing application is integrated with existing data- bases, allowing for up to 60% of the application to be automatically filled in with information about an individual. For information, visit lahsa.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 13 June 10, 2021 Schiff seeks funds for local projects in infrastructure bill U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D- “Investing in our nation’s infra- that we will pass a major surface Hollywood for the Beverly and Burbank) has announced the inclu- structure is the strongest way to transportation infrastructure pack- Robertson Boulevards Complete sion of nearly $20 million for local both revitalize our economy and age this year.” Street Improvements project, which priorities in a transportation and ensure we are ready for the future,” The bill, which is expected to be would modernize roadways and infrastructure package – the Schiff said. “That process begins voted on in the House in the com- implement pedestrian safety mea- INVEST in America Act – intro- with this transportation investment ing months, includes numerous sures. duced this week. bill, which includes seven impor- local funding priorities requested Additionally, $2.5 million would The investments would be shared tant community projects for by communities across the district. be available for projects in across seven projects from California’s 28th Congressional Schiff announced that $4.9 million Burbank. $.5 million would be ear- Glendale to West Hollywood and District. These improvements will would be made available for the marked for projects in Glendale and resulted from Schiff’s advocacy to enhance the safety, green sustain- city of West Hollywood for the $4.8 million would be available for ensure Los Angeles transportation ability and quality of life across our Melrose Avenue Complete Street the Flint Canyon Trail repair and and infrastructure had significant community. Infrastructure is more Improvements project, which restoration project in La Cañada funding support in the House than just roads and bridges, [it] includes pedestrian and bicycle Flintridge. Committee on Transportation and includes investments in people and safety improvements; and $3 mil- For information, visit Infrastructure legislation. how they live, and I’m confident lion would be allocated to West schiff.house.gov. U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff

City unveils blueprint for more affordable housing Los Angeles City Planning released a report on May 25 outlin- ing strategies to create affordable housing more equitably throughout the city. The report to the City Council proposed the establishment of an equitable Housing Element rezoning program, the establishment of targeted housing numbers by community and strategies to ensure that equity is at the forefront of future land use consid- erations. By addressing issues related to zoning capacity, the recommenda- tions seek to ensure that planning complements citywide objectives for growth with equity, planning department officials said. “Affordable housing has become an evermore critical lifeline for so many Angelenos,” Director of Planning Vince Bertoni said. “With housing costs on the rise, we must facilitate housing production across every one of our neighborhoods to address our present and future needs. By aligning our long-range policies, we can achieve fair, equitable and meaningful results.” To ensure that every neighborhood in Los Angeles provides its fair share of affordable units, City Planning is updating the Housing Element’s policies and strategies for meeting housing goals, needs and targets. Laying the foundation for policy decisions on allocating land resources, the Housing Element can expand options for alternative models of housing. City Planning is proposing new rezoning strategies that will create additional housing capacity in high- opportunity areas with access to jobs and transit, while protecting tenants, vulnerable communities and environmentally sensitive areas. The department is also proposing a change that will require every neighborhood in the city to do its part to address the housing crisis. The change would introduce targeted fair-share zoning allocations to guide future general plan updates and ensure that affordable housing is equitably distributed across the city. An explicit objective of the new plan is to reverse past land use policies that have contributed to racial segregation. The plan seeks to undo those policies by expanding housing opportunities in higher-resource areas and further prior- itizing affordable housing. For information, visit planning.lacity.org. 14 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Celebration of life planned in memory of Kerlin Many in the community are Performing Arts Center. Most mourning Richard “Dick” “Rich” recently, Kerlin was the general M. Kerlin, Jr., who passed away on manager of Monsieur Marcel Saturday, March 13, at the age of 59 Gourmet Market at the Original in Los Angeles. Farmers Market, corner of Third Kerlin battled brain cancer and and Fairfax. died peacefully, surrounded by his A natural philanthropist, Kerlin sisters, friends and caregivers at the was active in community outreach. Van Ness Recovery House. In 2013, He was an inaugural member of he completed a program at VNRH Leadership Long Beach and provid- and went on to provide counseling ed time and marketing to the Special photo courtesy of CHLA and mentorship to others at the facil- Olympics Southern California and Publisher Karen Villalpando, left, participated in the CHLA Walk and ity. the West Hollywood Cheerleaders. Play in 2019 with her niece, Jia Hauck and her sister Kathy Hauck. Born on Jan. 26, 1962, in Kerlin was preceded in death by Jia Hauck, now 13, has been a patient in the Division of Plastic and Vincennes, Indiana, Kerlin was a his father, Dr. Richard M. Kerlin, Maxillofacial Surgery at CHLA since she was 17 months old. She graduate of Lincoln High School. and is survived by his mother Lida and her mother have walked and raised money each year since the He attended Indiana University Kerlin, sister Gean Townsley before relocating to California. (Chuck), sister Clair Smith (Bryan), event launched in 2017. Kerlin had a successful career in three nephews (Steven, Michael and marketing and public relations Alex) and two nieces (Emily and Richard M. Kerlin, Jr. including positions at the Queen Maddie). Mary, Walt Disney Company and A celebration of life is planned for Walk and Play L.A. at Home Hill+Knowlton. He also worked at June 26 at 2 p.m. at the Van Ness name in lieu of flowers to the Van California State University, Long Recovery House, 1919 Beachwood Ness Recovery House. Beach, where he opened the Drive. Per Kerlin’s request, memor- For information, visit vannessre- supports Children’s Hospital Richard and Karen Carpenter ial donations can be made in his coveryhouse.com. Children’s Hospital Los boxing legend and CHLA Angeles is holding the fifth annu- Foundation board member Sugar al Walk & Play L.A. event pre- Ray Leonard, and Ellen K, host sented by Disney on Saturday, of the Ellen K Morning Show on June 12, at 9 a.m. KOST 103.5 and a longtime Lawmakers officially celebrate Pride Month This year’s Walk and Play CHLA supporter. It will feature Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Alex Americans and resolves to continue sion,” Feinstein said. “At the same L.A. at Home is a family-friendly special performances by Padilla (both D-Calif), along with efforts to achieve full equality. The time we must recommit ourselves to event that supports the health and “American Idol” season 17 win- Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) and resolution also recognizes how the combating hatred and bigotry in all well-being of children in Los ner Laine Hard and recording the entire Senate Democratic coronavirus pandemic compounds its forms. Angeles, while uniting the sports artists PUBLIC, as well as sports Caucus, introduced a resolution on the systemic inequality that Senate Democrats introduced the community. To ensure the safety clinics from the Los Angeles June 8 recognizing June as LGBTQ LGBTQ people face in healthcare, first Senate Pride Month Resolution of all participants, the event will Chargers and Los Angeles Kings. Pride Month. employment and housing systems in 2017. In 2019, Senate Democrats be held virtually. Funds raised People may sign up individual- The resolution highlights the con- in the United States, leading to a reintroduced the Equality Act, legis- through Walk & Play L.A. at ly or create a team to support tributions LGBTQ individuals have disparate impact on the community. lation to ensure civil rights laws Home will support CHLA’s mis- CHLA. For information and to made to American society, notes “Pride Month is an opportunity to prohibit discrimination on the basis sion to protect children’s health. view the livestreamed event, visit several major milestones in the fight celebrate the progress made in the of sexual orientation and gender The event will be hosted by walkandplayla.org for equal treatment of LGBTQ fight for justice, equality and inclu- identity.

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Bill aims to reduce food insecurity Assemblymen Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles), Mike Gipson (D- Carson), Carlos Villapudua (D- Stockton) and Robert Rivas (D- Hollister) have urged the California Senate to pass Assembly Bill 221, the Emergency Food Assistance for All bill. AB 221 passed the Assembly with bipartisan support. It will provide $600 in emergency food assistance to low-income Californians, regardless of legal status, who are struggling financially due to COVID-19. “California must support residents who are struggling to survive this devastating pandemic, and that is why we are fighting to provide them with $600 of emergency food assistance,” Santiago said. AB 221 would provide $600 of emergency food assistance for low- income residents who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 16 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

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A fine Fellow in Westwood by Jill Weinlein he first time I dined at Philip beers elevate and balance Flint’s wowed with each bite and com- Camino’s restaurant, Fellow fine dining menu items. mented how the cuisine is much dif- in Westwood, was in 2017. It Sitting at a booth next to a large ferent than the pre-pandemic casual Twas a fun pre-theater dining spot glass window looking out to Fellow. before a night at the Geffen Glendon Avenue, our friendly serv- The second appetizer we ordered Playhouse or sporting event at er Joey introduced two menus. The was the fennel salad with bright UCLA. dinner menu offers a selection of orange citrus slices, red onion and a When I learned the restaurant appetizers, entrées and desserts, and simple, yet so flavorful, olive oil recently reopened their dining a water menu featuring bottled and aged goat cheese dressing. room, my husband and I made a waters from around the world. Other fine dining appetizers reservation. We discovered there Guests can order bottles of still include foie gras with strawberries, have been some big changes at water from France, Fiji, the U.K., tortellini of cauliflower with pine Fellow since the last time we dined. Denmark, Finland, New Zealand nuts, and hamachi crudo with a Camino leased the space adjacent and Norway. Fellow may be the ponzu dressing. to his restaurant and now has an art only restaurant in Los Angeles Looking over the five entrees, we gallery and event space. Diners where you can order a bottle of selected the glazed lobster tail on a enter through the Galerie door sparkling water from Romania, turnip mash that was enhanced with where they are greeted by the host Spain and Italy. vanilla. With an artistic flair, there and led into the restaurant, which The cocktail menu is from bar were curled turnip slices and features a soaring ceiling. director Adam Fournier, who is also microleaves framing the lobster. Large art pieces hang on the formerly of NoMad and was named The seared duck was served on a walls, and the booths are uphol- 2021 U.S. World Class Bartender of charcoal-colored plate featuring two stered in a light purple soft velvet, the Year by USBG and Diageo. thick slices of duck with an artistic adding a modern design to the inte- Camino has quite a team now. pop of red from roasted whole rior while staying true to the original I recognized the professional and beets, a raspberry sauce and fresh elements found in the historic build- affable General Manager Charles raspberries. A few green nasturtium ing and neighborhood. Hueston when he stopped at our leaves on top added to the visual Camino also hired chef Chris table to greet us. He was the GM at presentation. Flint to take over the kitchen. After BOA Steakhouse in Santa Monica My favorite dish was a vegetarian helping Eleven Madison Park in and is now running Fellow smooth- roasted carrots with black rice and New York win three Michelin stars, ly, along with Assistant General mushrooms. Chef Flint uses forbid- photo by Jill Weinlein Flint was part of the team to garner Manager Rachel Cambon, formerly den black rice and shapes it into a Chef Chris Flint creates edible art at Fellow. Fresh sea scallops are hid- another Michelin star award at of Rustic Canyon Group. perfect sphere. On top, he decorates NoMad New York before coming to Looking over the chef-driven à la the black rice canvas with rainbow- den under radish flowers on a halved avocado. Los Angeles to help open NoMad in carte dinner menu, we decided to colored carrot medallions. Thinly downtown L.A. in 2018. order the scallop ceviche on half of sliced mushrooms and a few micro- came out with both desserts and to meet friends in Westwood. The Flint then worked in the kitchen an avocado with radish and greens finish this simple, yet so fla- shared his plans for an upcoming visual art on the walls and pic- at Curtis Stone’s Maude before the jalapeños. Flint halves a perfectly vorful, dish. tasting menu. He is excited for the turesque food on the plates appeal to pandemic. He has elevated and ripe avocado and places it on top of For dessert there are three choic- Geffen Playhouse to open soon, and all of your senses. refined the Fellow menu into visual- a crumble of dehydrated scallops, es, including gluten-free chocolate for UCLA to welcome back stu- Fellow is open Wednesday ly appealing edible art on a plate. salt and spices. 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enfranchised, for yourselves.” Joining Banks on stage were the- Immaculate Heart commencement returns to Hollywood Bowl ology chair Maria Pollia, who Last week, 108 graduates of on the same path.” offered the commencement’s invo- Immaculate Heart High School Similarly, commencement cation; IHHS Principal Naemah crossed the stage at the Hollywood speaker Tyra Banks, an Morris, who conferred the diplo- Bowl and received their diplomas Immaculate Heart alumna as well mas; and IH President Maureen during the school’s 115th com- as a successful entrepreneur, TV Diekmann, who expressed her mencement. personality and supermodel, gratitude to everyone present. The June 2 ceremony signaled a acknowledged the resiliency of the “I would be remiss if I did not tentative return to normal after the students and encouraged them to acknowledge and thank every pandemic forced the closure of the make a positive difference in the member of the Immaculate Heart Hollywood Bowl last year and- world. School Community for their prompted Immaculate Heart to “Class of 2021, the world you patience, creativity and resilience hastily arrange an alternative cere- live in today has presented you over the past 15 months,” mony for the class of 2020 on its with unprecedented challenges and Diekmann said. “Your support and campus. heartbreaking revelations that commitment to each other and to Immaculate Heart’s traditional shout out for the need for deep our school is truly a testament to commencement still looked a bit change,” Banks said. “Because we being of great heart. You make us different this year. are Immaculate Heart fighters and proud – and we shine in your For example, the graduates, still we don’t give up, we climb. Class reflected glory.” masked and socially distanced, of 2021, you all are leading a revo- For information, visit immacu- were only allowed on the bowl lution, for this country, for the dis- lateheart.org. stage to receive their diplomas. They could not assemble on risers and sing their graduation songs by tradition under the bowl lights. Durant branch library hosts online Instead, the students were scattered in box seats in front of the stage, talk about Native American comedy where they listened to their recorded songs and watched their photos The Los Angeles Public Library’s Will & Ariel Durant Branch will appear on the large screens that host a virtual discussion on Native American comedy with bestselling flanked the stage. Family members author and comedy historian Kliph Nesteroff and actor and writer Tai required tickets for admission and Leclaire on Thursday, June 10, at 2 p.m., via Zoom. were spaced out accordingly “We invite the public to join us in this event with Nesteroff, the preem- throughout the bowl’s increasingly inent historian and scholar of American comedy, and Leclaire, an up-and- higher seating sections. coming Native American comedian,” said John Frank, the branch’s senior Addressing the difficulties of the librarian. “This discussion on the history and future of Native Americans past year, class speaker Danielle in stand-up comedy is bound to be entertaining and provocative.” Sanchez told her fellow graduates, Nesteroff is the author of the critically acclaimed book “The “It is an understatement to say that Comedians: Drunks, Thieves, Scoundrels and the History of American we have been dealt a very chal- Comedy,” and “We Had a Real Estate Problem.” Leclaire is a Native lenging hand. However, again and American writer, actor and performer on NBC Peacock’s “Rutherford again, I am reminded by my class- Falls.” He was a house performer at Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre photo by Nick Boswell mates of the strength we have to and has also entertained at festivals around the country. Immaculate Heart High School alumna Tyra Banks, class of 1991, continually push beyond adversity The Los Angeles Public Library serves the largest and most diverse returned 30 years after her own IHHS graduation to address graduates and see light – to be the change we urban population of any library in the nation. For information, and a link, at the school’s 115th commencement. wish to make and to guide others email [email protected]. 20 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

BHUSD holds in-person elementary promotion ceremony Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, June 8 was the first in- person elementary promotion for both Hawthorne Elementary School and Horace Mann Elementary School. The promotion ceremonies for fifth-grade students were the first events of their kind since the district-wide reconfigura- tion in 2019. In attendance at both ceremonies were Board of Education President Rachelle Marcus, Vice President Tristen Walker-Shuman and board photo courtesy of LAUSD Board Member Nick Melvoin’s Office member Noah Margo, as well as BHUSD administration officials LAUSD Board of Education member Nick Melvoin recently visited early Michael Bregy, superintendent; education centers after they reopened. Dustin Seemann, assistant superintendent of education services; Laura Chism, assistant superinten- Masks off to the class of 2021 dent of student services; Matt photo courtesy of BHUSD In-person elementary promotions were held at Horace Mann and We are nearing the end of an To continue leading vaccination Horvath, assistant superintendent incredibly difficult school year for efforts in L.A. County, the district of personnel services; David Hawthorne elementary schools. our kids and families, and as your has introduced a new mobile initia- Damico, executive director of tech- Los Angeles Unified School District tive to offer vaccines at school sites nology services; Rebecca Starkins, event alongside Assistant gram.com/hm.bhusd. Board representative, I wanted to to students ages 12 and older with a director of public relations; and Principals Samantha Jung and BHUSD held its first-ever in- provide an update on our plans to consenting parent or guardian pre- Tim Ellis, director of athletics. Chris Regan. Many students and person Beverly Vista Middle navigate the path to recovery for stu- sent. In addition to our school-based Hawthorne Elementary Principal fifth-grade teachers spoke, includ- School eighth-grade graduation at dents and families. Our schools are clinics that have been vaccinating Sarah Kaber and Assistant ing a moving tribute to fifth-grade 5 p.m. yesterday, June 9, and currently open for hybrid instruction school staff and community mem- Principal Kevin Painter spoke, student, Mason Duncan-Book, Beverly Hills High School gradua- with childcare options, and we are bers, this effort will expand access along with several students and who tragically passed away in tion will be this morning, June 10, thrilled to be able to celebrate our and help Los Angeles reach herd fifth-grade teachers. November. at 9 a.m. To view these events, visit graduates in person in the coming immunity as quickly as possible. Horace Mann Elementary To watch both events, visit insta- instagram.com/bvms.bhusd and weeks now that schools can official- This program is up and running and Principal Craig Bugbee hosted the gram.com/haw.bhusd and insta- youtube.com/kbev6. ly hold in-person, socially distanced should reach every middle and high graduation ceremonies. school before the end of this school to schools on the basis of need. This transparency, accountability and melvoin on Facebook and Twitter. As we send our new graduates year. You can learn more and sign flexible, locally controlled funding student-centered decisions. We need Wishing you all a great summer, into the world, we are also planning up by visiting dailypass.lausd.net. source will help individual school to put the needs of our kids first to and another big congratulations to for a future that will give our school We are also preparing for upcom- sites meet the unique needs of their ensure that they can fully heal and the class of 2021. communities the guidance, ing summer learning programs students and communities. overcome the trauma and loss of resources and funding they need to available to every district student. As we continue preparing for the this past year. chart a path forward for next year’s These programs include in-person short- and long-term recovery from For information and to sign up for -Nick Melvoin students. This fall, all students will and virtual options, with academic, this crisis in our school communi- our newsletter, visit boardmember- Board Member have the opportunity to participate enrichment and childcare opportunities, I will continue pushing for melvoin.com and follow @nick- LAUSD Board of Education in full-time, on-campus in-person ties. For information, visit instruction. As we finalize labor achieve.lausd.net/summer2021. negotiations, we know that full-day Over the past weeks, the LAUSD programs for both elementary and board has continued discussions and secondary students will look much approved historic investments in like they did prior to the pandemic. schools, including funding for addi- We will put all the necessary health tional mental health support, tutor- and safety protocols in place in ing, teaching staff and nursing ser- accordance with county and state vices. The board also recently voted public health guidance. 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New principal named to lead Craft in America to receive pair of grants Beverly Vista Middle School n Students in under- The Beverly Hills Unified served K-12 schools School District Board of Education will get free field trips has approved the appointment of Dr. Kelly Skon as principal for Beverly Vista Middle School. Craft in America has been Skon has over 14 years of experi- approved for two Grant for Arts ence, starting as a middle school Projects awards: a $35,000 grant to math teacher and later becoming a support a Craft in Schools Common Core site lead at Laguna Education Program and a $20,000 Beach Unified School District. She grant to support an upcoming also had three years of district-level episode for PBS: “Craft in leadership at Saddleback Valley America: Jewelry.” Unified School District, and most Craft in America is among the recently served as assistant princi- more than 1,100 projects across pal at Fountain Valley High School. America totaling nearly $27 mil- “Dr. Skon’s passion for excel- lion that were selected during this lence in education, building com- photo courtesy of BHUSD second round of Grants for Arts munity culture and school spirit Projects fiscal year 2021 funding. Dr. Kelly Skon were clear on paper, but after seeing “As the country and the arts sec- her interact with students, observe tor begin to imagine returning to a classrooms and share insightful per- of science in mathematics degree post-pandemic world, the National spectives at BVMS last Friday, I from Chapman University. She has Endowment for the Arts is proud to can honestly say that we have also earned professional credentials announce funding that will help found the right person to lead from Harvard Graduate School of arts organizations such as Craft in Beverly Vista Middle School,” Education, the Association of America reengage fully with part- BHUSD Superintendent Michael California School Administrators ners and audiences,” NEA acting Bregy said. “It is important to note and Azusa Pacific University. Skon Chairman Ann Eilers said. photo courtesy of Craft in America her impressive experience at both will begin in the new position with “Although the arts have sustained Woodworker Pamela Weir-Quiton works with students during her exhi- the school site and district level BHUSD in July. many during the pandemic, the bition at the Craft in America Center. enabling her ability to balance the “I am delighted and humbled by chance to gather with one another considerable responsibilities the opportunity to join the team at and share arts experiences is its nationwide on PBS.” “Every time I bring a group of required of a middle school princi- Beverly Vista Middle School and own necessity and pleasure.” The “Jewelry” episode will take students [they] really enjoy them- pal. I am extremely grateful to our the community of Beverly Hills,” “Craft in America feels a sense viewers on a jeweler’s journey selves. They get a chance to learn dedicated panelists who participat- Skon said. “As the newest member of gratitude and a commitment to from age-old traditional techniques something that I’m not teaching in ed in two full days of our compre- of the BVMS family, I am eager to the National Endowment for the that employ precious metals and the classroom ... The center has hensive BVMS principal search. meet all the students, parents, Arts,” Executive Producer and stones, to work that transforms the allowed the students to have oppor- BHUSD is excited to welcome Dr. guardians, teachers and staff to Director of Craft in America Carol most mundane materials into new tunities that they may not have had Skon to the BVMS community.” develop a lasting relationship. Sauvion said. “The NEA grant, art forms. otherwise,” said Ronieka Pinkney, Skon holds a doctorate in philos- Together, we will continue the envi- used for post production, will allow The Craft in Schools Education a middle school art teacher. ophy from Chapman University, a sioned dream of creating a thriving the ‘Jewelry’ episode of our series Program will provide free field trips The Craft in America Center is masters of arts degree in education middle school campus in Beverly to be completed and the valuable and art workshops to Los Angeles’ located at 8415 W. Third St. For from Vanguard University of Hills Unified School District.” message of craft to be broadcast underserved K-12 schools. information visit craftinamerica.org. Southern California, and a bachelor For information, visit bhusd.org. 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755 South Cochran AvAve., L.A. 90036 Forr information (323)938-9976 orr cathedralchapelschool.org 22 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News NHM explores undersea worlds with SpongeBob In honor of World Oceans Day, the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County and Nickelodeon have launched “Science of SpongeBob,” a new initiative based on the “SpongeBob SquarePants” animated series. The program will introduce children and families to the science that inspired the undersea world of Bikini Bottom and its beloved inhabitants. With the help of Natural History Museum experts, audiences will learn about different scientific disciplines, including marine biology, paleontology, ichthyology and mammalogy, as well as the scientific discovery process that contributed to the creation and development of the show. photo courtesy of NHMLAC Dynamic videos, activities and live Dr. Jann Vendetti, NHM’s associate curator of malacology (mollusks) programs with NHM scientists and and the Twila Bratcher chair in malacological research, is among the educators are available for viewing museum scientists who will lead the programs. by visiting nhm.org/spongebob. “We are thrilled to be working Research and Collections Viewers can learn about the ocean with Nickelodeon again on a pro- Department. The videos feature animals that SpongeBob and the gram that demonstrates the excite- clips from episodes of “SpongeBob citizens of Bikini Bottom are based ment of scientific research and dis- SquarePants” that demonstrate how on, the small steps individuals can photo courtesy of BHUSD covery, as well as the range of science has been incorporated into take to protect oceans, how scien- Horace Mann Elementary School and other BHUSD schools are flying career pathways available in muse- the TV show, its characters and sto- tists create unique species names, rainbow flags for Pride Month. um science,” said Dr. Lori Bettison- rylines. The videos provide infor- the different types of ocean habi- Varga, president and director of the mation on the underwater ecosys- tats, deep sea dangers and silly sea Natural History Museums of Los tems that comprise the world of facts. BHUSD to fly rainbow flags at all Angeles County. “As we continue Bikini Bottom, where the show is Visitors can also participate in to encourage scientific exploration set, by exploring various topics. fun at-home activities, including schools and district office and share our research and collec- They will also feature behind-the- creating an ocean diorama, starting During the June 8 Beverly Hills Unified School District Board of tions, we hope that kids and fami- scenes exploration of NHM’s col- an ocean journal and making a sea Education meeting, the board passed a resolution that proclaims June to lies are inspired to take responsibil- lections, allowing access to many turtle puppet. In July, additional do- be Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month and to ity for the care of our natural items rarely seen by the public. it-yourself activities developed by display a rainbow flag at each school and facility within BHUSD world.” Scientists will also share tips for NHM’s 2021 marine science throughout the month of June every year. Many community members NHMLAC has collaborated with overcoming ocean fears, observing interns will help audiences continue voiced their support for this action during public comment. As of June 9, Nickelodeon to create eight videos marine life and avoiding miscon- at-home exploration. all school sites and the district office are proudly flying the new Progress featuring scientists from NHM’s ceptions about marine science. For information and a complete Pride Flag. schedule of programs, visit To watch the meeting, visit youtube.com/kbev6. nhm.org/spongebob.

photo courtesy of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz An educational video uses fun characters to teach kindergartners about the intricacies of music. Educational video helps kids develop a love for music A new video featuring jazz legend Hancock, who is chairman of the Herbie Hancock aims to educate Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, kindergarteners around the world. an adjunct professor at the UCLA The collaboration between the Herb Alpert School of Music and a 14-time Grammy and Academy UNESCO goodwill ambassador for Award-winning pianist and com- intercultural dialogue, narrates the poser, along with an award-win- video. ning team of animators the first in a “I’m thrilled to be able to create series of animated videos showcas- new ways for children to learn about ing innovative methods for educat- music,” Hancock said. “I hope this ing kindergarteners has been video and the others to come will released. help instill a sense of fun and musi- Titled “Treble Leads the Class,” cal inspiration for kids around the the newly-released video is part of a world.” supplemental curriculum developed “Treble Leads the Class” tells the by the Young Academic Research tale of characters Treble Clef and his Group at the Touro Graduate best friend Four-Four Signature. School of Education in New York Treble, like many young children, City that uses the power of music to battles nerves and anxiety when talk- help kindergarteners learn about ing with others. When he is chosen numeracy, problem-solving and to lead his classmates during a day at computational thinking. school, Treble is challenged with YAM is an early phase education facing his fears. Thankfully, his and research program led by pro- friend Four-Four is there to keep him fessors Susan Courey, Timothy calm. Bellavia and Roslyn Haber, and For information, visit hancockin- funded through a $1.4 million grant stitute.org. To watch the video, visit from the U.S. Department of youtube.com/watch?v=ZmEkWFgs Education. eo0. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 23 June 10, 2021 The Getty explores connections in film and dance The Getty is holding the second (1936), a classic Fred Astaire and Research Institute. She studies the program in its Dancers on Film Ginger Rogers musical that speaks work of modern and contemporary series with filmmaker and artist to Hunt-Ehrlich’s use of dance to multidisciplinary artists who utilize Madeleine Hunt-Ehrlich in conver- create new understandings of the the moving image, dance and visu- sation with research specialist cinematic genre. “Swing Time” al art. She is co-curator of the forth- Kristin Juarez on Thursday, June will be available for viewing coming exhibition “Blondell 10, from noon to 1 p.m., via Zoom. through June 11 on the Getty’s Cummings: Dance as Moving The free discussion will center website, with webinar registration. Pictures,” which will open in on how experimental filmmaking Hunt-Ehrlich is a filmmaker and September. reimagines the fragments of artist whose work has screened The program is part of an ongo- African American narratives found internationally. She appeared on ing series that considers how the in archival material and cinema Filmmaker Magazine’s 2020 list of moving image archives dance and histories. The program will include 25 New Faces of Independent what dance can archive. The pro- a screening of the artist’s short Cinema. Her first feature film, gram is associated with the Getty films, including her surrealist doc- “Madame Négritude,” which is Research Institute’s African photo courtesy of Madeleine Hunt-Ehrlich umentary “Spit on the Broom” forthcoming, received screenwrit- American Art History Initiative. Madeleine Hunt-Ehrlich’s film “Spit on the Broom” is included in the pre- (2019), which explores the history ing support from the San Francisco To RSVP, visit getty.edu. sentation by the Getty. of the United Order of Tents, a Film Society’s Rainin Grant and clandestine organization of Black was a 2020 finalist at Biennale women organized in the 1840s dur- College Cinema, the Venice Film ing the height of the Underground Festival’s prestigious film lab and Railroad. fund. The program will be accompa- Juarez is the research specialist CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD nied by a pre-screening of George for the African American Art Stevens’ film “Swing Time” History Initiative at the Getty NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood City Council will hold a Pub- Museum spotlights story of lic Hearing to consider the following item:

LOCATIONS: Citywide West Hollywood, California LGBTQ pioneer Eve Adams REQUEST: An amendment to Title 19, Zoning Ordinance, West Hol- In observance of Pride Month, Hoover and the Federal Bureau of Holocaust Museum Los Angeles Investigation, leading to her surveil- lywood Municipal Code to update the applicability of the presents “The Daring Life and lance and arrest for publishing an City’s Urban Art Program Guidelines, citywide, West Hol- Dangerous Times of Eve Adams,” a obscene book. She was jailed and lywood, California. virtual book talk with Jonathan Ned deported back to Europe, and was Katz on Tuesday, June 22, at 5 p.m. ultimately murdered by Nazis in Katz will discuss his new book Auschwitz. “Eve’s Hangout” closed PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits. about pioneering lesbian activist in the wake of her arrest and today is Eve Adams, who is also known as recognized as a historic monument APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood Eva Kotchever. Born Chawa by the National Park Service and the Zloczewer into a Jewish family in NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project. Poland, Adams emigrated to the An LGBTQ icon in Paris, she has a TIME/PLACE Teleconference Meeting United States in 1912, took a new street (Rue Eva Kotchever) and a OF HEARING: Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. name, befriended anarchists, sold public school named after her. Given the local, state and nation state of emergency, this radical publications and ran lesbian- Katz is an expert on lesbian, gay, meeting will be a teleconferenced meeting (with detailed and-gay-friendly speakeasies in bisexual, transgender and heterosex- instructions for participation included on the posted Chicago and New York. Her New ual American history who has York after-theater club “Eve’s focused on same-sex attraction and agenda). Hangout” is considered one of the changes in the social organization of first lesbian bars In America. In sexuality over time. “The Daring ZONES: Citywide 1925, Adams wrote and published a Life and Dangerous Times of Eve collection of short stories titled Adams,” his latest book, includes “Lesbian Love.” the text of Adams’ “Lesbian Love.” ENVIRONMENTAL Categorically exempt from the provisions of the Adams’s bold activism caught the For information, visit holocaust- STATUS: California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), attention of the young J. Edgar museumla.org. pursuant to Section §15061 (Review for Exemption) .

DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND STATE OF EMERGENCY, CITY HALL WeHo Sounds summer series IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. The staff report will be available on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 on-line at www.weho.org returns in a virtual format IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those As West Hollywood, the region recorded music, live performances and the state move toward a full and community building. The group issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, reopening following strict COVID- lists one of its greatest achievements or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood City Council, via 19 guidelines, many music and as producing Spill The Tea, a the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hear- entertainment venues are still mak- monthly gathering in which a ing. ing plans after months of related vibrant community is created closures. through music and art. The city of West Hollywood will Grammy award-winning pianist If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the keep offerings virtual this summer John Beasley performs with his hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of with the WeHo Sounds Free Virtual “4Tet” on Friday, Aug. 20, at 6 p.m. the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Concert Series. Concerts will take Beasley has performed with Miles place on the third Friday of each Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Chaka month through September on a Khan, Queen Latifah and Dianne ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to participate in said Public Hearing to livestream platform. Visit Reeves. He has a dozen albums and express their opinion in this matter. weho.org/wehosounds for links to has also worked on film and TV concerts. projects including “1917,” “Finding IF YOU DO NOT HAVE COMPUTER ACCESS AND WOULD LIKE A MAILED The virtual series will kick-off on Nemo,” “Skyfall” and “Spectre.” Friday, June 18, at 6 p.m. with Ryan Buyepongo will perform on COPY OF THE AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT, OR YOU NEED FURTHER IN- Porter & Friends. Los Angeles Friday, Sept. 17, 2 at 6 p.m. With FORMATION regarding this item, contact Bryan Eck, Senior Planner in the Plan- native trombonist Porter has roots in South and Central America, ning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: released four self-titled albums, and Buyepongo draws heavily from the [email protected] has played and recorded with artists Latino and Afro-Indigenous musi- such as Herbie Hancock, Stevie cal culture. Taking cues from tradi- Wonder, Thundercat, Kamasi tional roots music of Colombia, Melissa Crowder, Acting City Clerk Washington and Kendrick Lamar. Haiti, Belize, Honduras and the Crawford, a young group from Dominican Republic, Buyepongo

Hollywood, will perform on Friday, creates a vibrant polyrhythmic July 16, at 6 p.m. Created by a sound fusing merengue, punta, $" ! ! . - group of friends who met at cumbia and other styles. !! " : 323-848-6826. Musicians Institute, Crawford For information, visit brings people together through weho.org/wehosounds. 24 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Sandra Tsing Loh returns with new show The Broad Stage presents award- Theater: Thoughts on Wendy winning performer and writer Wasserstein,” co-hosted by Chris Sandra Tsing Loh in “The Bitch is Burney, artistic director of New Back,” streaming on demand from York Stage and Film. June 23-30. In the program, Loh covers The program is a hilarious, free- Costco samples, what people really wheeling 70-minute solo comedy use Q-Tips for, the great under- cabaret piece ostensibly on ground society of mothers who menopause, middle-age and moth- have to get stoned to go to ering. More than a history lesson, Michael’s and her ritual for weigh- “Bitch is Back” is a humorous rant ing herself (which requires two in Loh’s signature mode a la “The weeks of deep meditation and the Loh Life,” which ran on KCRW exact correct arrangement of and KPCC for 20 years in Los Tibetan prayer flags). In the unique Angeles. The production previous- film, the Edye stage is transformed ly had a sold out run at the Edye at into an extended bar, where Loh photo courtesy of the Center Theatre Group The Broad Stage in summer 2015 personally serves plastic cups of Writer and performer Alex Alpharaoh stars in “WET: A DACAmented and was taped live. wine to the cathartically howling photo by Madeline Peng Miller Journey” available on Center Theatre Group’s digital stage. All ticket holders can join Loh audience members. live at two special happy hours cel- “As we re-enter this post-pan- Sandra Tsing Loh returns in an ebrating Women 45-plus. Loh wel- demic moment, watching this time online presentation of her program comes special guest Marlo Thomas capsule of the recent past reminds about menopause, middle age Play explores struggles during “Women 45+ and us of all of the things we no longer and mothering. Relationships” at 5 p.m. on take for granted, but look forward Thursday, June 24. Thomas recent- to having again,” Loh said. “We ly authored “What Makes A know the bitch will be back in more Interested parties can contact Loh in gaining citizenship Marriage Last” with husband Phil ways than we could have known directly by visiting Donohue. then.” sandratsingloh.com. Center Theatre Group is mark- every sense of the word except On Saturday, June 26, at 5 p.m., Loh will also be organizing Tickets are included with the ing the ninth anniversary of one: on paper. Award-winning Loh welcomes special guests women’s watch parties on social Broad Stage membership and are DACA (Deferred Action for actor, director and spoken word Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, media, with gifts including goddess pay what you can ($10-$75) for all Childhood Arrivals) on June 15 artist Alpharaoh knows firsthand Melanie Mayron and JoBeth pants, “Madwoman” wine glasses, others. For tickets and information, with “WET: A DACAmented the emotional and psychological Williams for “Women 45+ and free books and specialty cocktails. visit thebroadstage.org. Journey,” a production written hardship and risked his own free- and performed by Alex dom to share his story in a Alpharaoh that will be shown nationwide tour. Filmed at the online. Kirk Douglas Theatre for a pre- The production will be avail- sentation on Center Theatre KCCLA explores traditional musical storytelling able for a free sneak peek on June Group’s Digital Stage, “WET” 15 from 5 p.m. to midnight by takes audiences between hilarity The Korean Cultural Center Los visiting ctgla.org/dacamented. It and heartbreak on one man’s Angeles and Korean traditional runs from June 18 through July travels to a home country he had music artist Seo-Yoon Jang present a 16. The video will remain free to never known as part of his relent- special online project titled “English Center Theatre Group sub- less journey to become a docu- Pansori Series-Korean Traditional scribers and supporters through- mented citizen of the United Music 101” available every second out the run. Viewing is $10 for all States. and fourth Wednesday through Aug. others. Center Theatre Group is a non- 25, on the KCCLA YouTube chan- Center Theatre Group will also profit theater company based in nel. hold a live panel discussion on Los Angeles. The company pre- The video will help audiences June 15, at 4 p.m. about the sents seasons at the Mark Taper understand and enjoy pansori, one of photo courtesy of KCCLA impact of ever shifting U.S. Forum and Ahmanson Theatre at the main vocal genres of Korean tra- Explore traditional pansori during the online series. immigration laws and policies on the Music Center in downtown ditional music. Pansori includes individuals and communities. Los Angeles, and the Kirk musical works and narrative songs, “WET: A DACAmented Douglas Theatre in Culver City. storytelling and body movements. The audience imagines the scene, its For information, and to view other Journey” is a true story of what it For information, visit “Gosu,” a drum player, accompanies circumstances and characters based Korean music and dance perfor- means to be an American in ctgla.org/dacamented. a singer with “buk,” a barrel drum. on the singer’s explanation. mances, visit kccla.org.

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An unknown suspect committed a victim in the 8700 block of Gracie June 3 petty theft in the 5100 block of Allen at 9:15 p.m. Wilshire at 1 p.m. At 4:10 a.m., an unknown suspect P OLICE BLOTTER At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 2009 At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of N. Western. assaulted a victim in the 800 block 1900 block of Cheremoya. of N. Formosa. A robbery was reported in the The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the June 1 1600 block of N. Wilcox at 11 a.m. areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between An unknown suspect robbed a vic- May 30 and June 5. The information was compiled from tim in the 800 block of N. La Brea At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- crimemapping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: at 4:30 p.m. pect robbed a victim in the 200 pect robbed a victim in the 1200 Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los block of S. La Brea. block of N. Highland. Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855- At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect 8850, and the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect burglarized a 5900 block of Sixth. victim in the 1700 block of N. vehicle parked in the 5300 block of

the 7100 block of Santa Monica at Highland at 12:50 a.m. Loma Linda at 11:40 a.m. Beverly Hills Police An unknown suspect burglarized a 6:07 a.m. vehicle parked in the 300 block of At 3:20 a.m., an unknown suspect At noon, an unknown suspect Department N. Arden at 8 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 100 stole a vehicle parked near the At 4:20 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 1000 block of Kings. corner of Hollywood and Argyle. May 31 At 9:15 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. La Brea. committed a burglary in the 5900 An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a block of Olympic. petty theft in the 6500 block of vehicle parked in the 8500 block of petty theft from a vehicle parked in An unknown suspect burglarized a Drexel at 7 a.m. Beverly at 3:30 p.m. the 300 block of N. Palm at 5 p.m. vehicle parked in the 600 block of An unknown suspect assaulted a An auto burglary was reported in N. Robertson at 10 p.m. victim near the corner of At 7:20 a.m., an unknown suspect At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect the same location at the same Larchmont and Clinton at 9:55 committed a petty theft near the burglarized a vehicle parked in the time. May 31 p.m. corner of McCadden and 5300 block of Russell.

Hollywood. At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect At 11:23 a.m., an unknown sus- May 31 An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the pect stole a bicycle in the 7300 An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 1100 block of S. 200 block of N. Almont. block of Santa Monica. At 12:45 a.m., an unknown sus- grand theft in the 100 block of N. Fairfax at 6 p.m.

pect committed a petty theft in the Highland at 8:30 a.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a June 1 200 block of S. La Brea. At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 8300 block of At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the Santa Monica at 2:30 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a petty theft in the 8400 300 block of S. Burnside. cle parked in the 200 block of S. vehicle parked in the 400 block of block of Beverly. At 10:45 p.m., an unknown sus- Robertson at midnight. Westminster at 2:30 a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- pect burglarized a vehicle parked An unknown suspect burglarized a tim near the corner of Waring and in the 8200 block of Roxbury. An unknown suspect assaulted a At 2:45 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 3200 block of Fuller at 9:55 p.m. victim in the 400 block of N. burglarized a vehicle parked in the Canyon at 9:30 a.m. Rexford at 1:59 a.m. June 1 6100 block of Sunset. At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- At 1:05 p.m., an unknown suspect pect robbed a victim in the 6200 At 9 a.m., a vandalism incident A suspect assaulted a victim during A suspect assaulted a victim dur- committed a grand theft in the block of Third. was reported in the 200 block of N. a domestic violence incident in the ing a domestic violence incident 2000 block of N. Highland. Canon. 7500 block of Norton at 12:30 p.m. near the corner of Orange and June 4 Romaine at 3 a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An arson fire was reported in the At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 6600 block of Sunset at An unknown suspect burglarized a 9500 block of Sunset at 6:35 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect 2:15 p.m. vehicle parked in the 200 block of 1200 block of N. Laurel. committed a burglary in the 500 S. Fuller at 3 a.m. At 11:22 p.m., a suspect was block of N. Wilton. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect arrested on suspicion of driving June 2 committed a petty theft in the 100 At 3:12 a.m., an unknown suspect under the influence of alcohol or An unknown suspect assaulted a block of The Grove. committed a burglary in the 600 drugs near the corner of An unknown suspect committed a victim in the 6100 block of Sunset block of N. Sycamore. Robertson and Wilshire. grand theft in the 8500 block of at 8:20 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a Beverly at 6 p.m. grand theft in the 600 block of S. An unknown suspect burglarized a June 2 At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect Hudson at 4:30 p.m. vehicle parked in the 6600 block of June 3 stole a vehicle parked near the Franklin at 3:30 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a corner of Orange Grove and De At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 200 block of Arnaz At 1:45 a.m., an arson fire was Longpre. committed a petty theft in the 7000 At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect at midnight. reported in the 7700 block of block of Lanewood. committed a petty theft in the in the Santa Monica. An unknown suspect assaulted a 300 block of S. Western.

At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 1800 block of Grace An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a burglary in the 9900 An arson fire was reported in the at 10:30 a.m. cle parked in the 8000 block of vehicle parked in the 5800 block of block of Durant. 1200 block of N. Fairfax at 2 a.m. Hollywood at 6 p.m. At 10:45 a.m., an unknown sus- Wilshire at 10:15 a.m.

pect stole a vehicle parked in the At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect June 3 At 7:10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect 600 block of N. Alta Vista. stole a vehicle parked in the 1200 committed a burglary near the cor- committed a burglary in the 5200 block of N. Van Ness. At 4 p.m., a vandalism incident ner of Huntley and Melrose. block of Wilshire. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- was reported near the corner of cle parked in the 7200 block of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Wilshire and La Cienega. An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect committed a Franklin at 11 a.m. cle parked in the 400 block of S. victim in the 1200 block of N. petty theft in the 7000 block of Western at 7 p.m. A vandalism incident was reported Detroit at 8:20 p.m. Sunset at 2 p.m. in the 400 block of N. Rexford at At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect 8:30 p.m. June 4 burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4:50 p.m., an unknown suspect 8500 block of Beverly. burglarized a vehicle parked in the assaulted a victim near the corner At 9:33 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4:56 p.m., an unknown suspect 800 block of S. Curson. of La Brea and Sunset. committed a burglary in the 100 stole a vehicle parked in the 1200 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of N. Carson. block of Vista. cle parked in the 800 block of N. June 2 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Croft at 4:30 p.m. cle parked in the 100 block of N. June 4 An unknown suspect committed a La Brea at 5 p.m. Los Angeles Police At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 800 block of N. At 2:28 a.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 5700 Detroit at 2:32 a.m. At 8:38 p.m., an unknown suspect Department block of Camerford. burglarized a vehicle parked in the committed a grand theft in the 100 100 block of S. Peck. At 2:50 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. La Cienega. May 30 An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the

An unknown suspect assaulted a petty theft in the 8500 block of 100 block of S. Mansfield. An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Beverly at 4:50 p.m. victim in the 8700 block of Gracie victim in the 9600 block of Santa tim in the 6000 block of Fountain Monica at 2:09 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a Allen at 9:15 p.m. at 3:25 a.m. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 600 block of N. Oxford

At 2:15 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6000 at 4 a.m. June 5 At 10:30 a.m., an unknown sus- committed a grand theft in the 300 block of Hollywood. pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Almont. At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect near the corner of Rosewood and burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 500 Fairfax, petty theft in the 8500 block of 6200 block of Olympic. block of N. Gower. An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 300 block of N. Beverly at 5:15 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Rodeo at 3 p.m. tim in the 6600 block of Franklin at victim near the corner of Lexington At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 6900 block of 10:40 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 6300 and McCadden at 7:20 a.m. Detroit at 10:30 a.m. West Hollywood block of Third. At 10:50 a.m., an unknown sus- At 10:40 a.m., an unknown sus- At 11:45 a.m., an unknown sus- Sheriff’s Station pect robbed a victim in the 5700 An unknown suspect committed a pect assaulted a victim in the 7900 pect committed a petty theft in the block of Fountain. grand theft in the 1700 block of block of Melrose. 9000 block of W. Pico. May 30 Argyle at 7:20 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a At 5:03 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 1700 block of At 7:45 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft near the corner of burglary in the 6000 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the N. Wilcox at 12:01 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near Melrose and Spaulding at 6 p.m. Franklin at noon. 1200 block of N. La Brea. the corner of Cahuenga and At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect Selma. 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‘Cruella’ saves the oft-dull Disney live-action remake “Cruella” dons a sundry Hundred and One Dalmatians,” wardrobe of styles: clever, eccen- based on Dodie Smith’s 1956 tric, safely gritty. Compared to novel. It humanizes one of the most other blockbuster hopefuls, it’s one-dimensional villains in the pleasant, easy viewing, the Mouse’s vault. Just over 60 years boyfriend jeans of movies always in ago, she rocked an evil cackle, vogue. It topples Disney’s previous craved the furs of puppies and chain live-action remakes, which in com- smoked with a cig stick. parison play like sporting The cackle eventually returns in any of the payoffs. And with a sequel Birkenstocks with socks (my tragic 2021, while other references to her already green lit, anything can hap- sartorial choice in high school). more unsavory fabric choices pen. Hopefully that doesn’t mean a Don’t mistake that for a ringing remain wrapped in easter eggs. As traditional adaptation of the original, endorsement. Bland entries like for the tobacco haze that once signi- which would be quite disingenuous. “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” fied her nefarious intentions – it’s Perhaps what comes next will be as invite a degree of suspicion, espe- no longer permitted by Ms. de Vil’s bizarre as the marketing promised. cially any notion that this or any overlords, who created a blanket But that would require a certain photo courtesy of Disney other foray into villain origins will ban on portraying all such products media conglomerate to give away Estella (Emma Stone) transforms into the fashion-forward Cruella in the result in anything remotely dark. in anything below an R rating some creative control. new live-action film. Always expect the once antagonist- (which Disney proper doesn’t do turned-protagonist to transform into anyway). at least an antihero. To call “Cruella” edgy gives it “Cruella” goes deep in the too much credit. Frankly, its PG-13 heroine’s past. Sure, the running rating is dubious as well. At least it time well past two hours could’ve doesn’t ride the popularity of been trimmed down. There’s real- “Joker,” allowing that bland film to ly no need for an extended intro spark a trend. Instead, director about pre-teen Estella’s (Tipper Craig Gillespie (“Fright Night,” Seifert-Cleveland) trouble fitting “Lars and the Real Girl”) borrows in, partly thanks to her alter-ego more from his most recent Oscar- Cruella. Eventually an older nominated film “I, Tonya.” Estella (now Emma Stone) More than a deep dive into mad- emerges as a professional thief, ness – Cruella herself only says though she never lets go of her she’s “a little mad,” anyway – this childhood dream to stun the world one will be best known for its with fashion design. insanely original costuming, as Luckily, partner-in-crime Jasper Cruella attempts to upstage all the (Joel Fry) believes she can succeed, Baroness’ most publicized events. helping her land a low-level job that Expect a nom or win. It’s almost a eventually blooms into a position sure thing. alongside Baroness Von Hellman But costumes only work because (Emma Thompson), the most influ- Stone knows how to use them. Her ential designer in the industry. performance as Estella feels more Think Miranda Priestly with more familiar, a role similar to her past killer instinct – not a stretch consid- films. Her Cruella is new territory ering “The Devil Wears Prada” that mostly works. Again, don’t scribe Aline Brosh McKenna’s expect fidelity to the novel, animat- involvement here. ed film or the critically panned Eventually the pair clash, and remake in 1996. Estella must release Cruella (sur- “Cruella” shines brightest name pending) from her uncon- through the spectacle of all those scious, no longer bound by niceties costumes and Stone’s brilliant or law. The stakes continually esca- transformation (her strut slays). late, but “Cruella” – in theaters and But two silent heroes arise as well: streaming premiere on Disney+ – a remarkable soundtrack featuring spends much of its time locked in a a sea of familiar songs that clearly fashion battle. Two genius minds code the ‘60s landscape and a clash on the catwalk. series of heists (sometimes) suc- Unlike other Disney attempts to cessfully performed by Cruella and reprise classic characters in live her crew. action, the latest venture is a kinda- Some logical gaps emerge once sorta prequel to 1961’s “One all is revealed but they hardly ruin

photo courtesy of Disney Emma Stone stars Estella, who is destined for big things in the new Disney feature “Cruella.” 28 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Rare cars to drive through Beverly Hills The organizers of the Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance, an event that has been a Father’s Day tradition in Southern California for over 25 years, have announced a special reimagined event taking place on Sunday, June 20. The Beverly Hills Tour d’Elegance will provide families with a fun and free way to celebrate Father’s Day while safely distancing from the crowds of the annual concours event. The Beverly Hills Tour d’Elegance has selected 50 of the most prestigious, rare and eye- catching vehicles to take part in a photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Project Angel Food rolling display through the city of Project Angel Food Founder Marianne Williamson attended Project Beverly Hills, allowing attendees Angel Food’s 14 Millionth Meal Dedication on June 3. the thrill of witnessing these unique vehicles in motion on public roads. The traditional Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance will return in 2022. Celebs honor Project Angel “We are excited to return to Beverly Hills this Father’s Day with a lineup of some of the great- Food’s 14 millionth meal est cars ever produced,” event Marianne Williamson, author marking the 40th anniversary of founder Bruce Meyer said. “More and Project Angel Food founder; the first reporting of AIDS by the importantly, we are thrilled to photo courtesy of the Rodeo Drive Committee Pauley Perrette, actress on CDC.” begin the return to normal with a The Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance will return to Beverly Hills on “NCIS” and Project Angel Food The program opened with fun, free, family-friendly event Father’s Day. trustee; Sandra Lee, Emmy-win- Rufus Wainwright performing a which will support our local first ning TV host; Rufus Wainwright, moving rendition of “Over the responders. They have supported 2021 Grammy nominee; and Rainbow” from his upcoming all of us through the last year and wheel of one of the extraordinary Drive, southbound on Beverly Project Angel Food’s Executive streaming event “Rufus Does now we have an opportunity to automobiles. “It’s been a long year Drive between Lomitas Avenue and Director Richard Ayoub came Judy at Capitol Studios” on June give back.” since we could celebrate events in Wilshire Boulevard, and on Canon together on June 3 in Hollywood 10. Williamson dedicated the 14 Set to begin Father’s Day morn- Beverly Hills. On this Father’s Day, Drive between South Santa Monica to celebrate the delivery of millionth meal, which was pre- ing, the tour will be led by O’Gara we join 50 wonderful classic cars and Dayton Way. Project Angel Food’s 14 mil- sented to Richard Eshoo, a client Coach, the Beverly Hills dealership on the road back towards normalcy, This year’s event benefits both lionth meal. since 1994 who is living with for McLaren, Aston Martin, while raising funds for our first the Beverly Hills Police Officers “Fourteen million meals is an HIV. Bentley, Bugatti, Koenigsegg, responders, [this is] such a great Association and the Beverly Hills extraordinary achievement,” “I learned one thing from Lamborghini, Maserati, Alfa first step. I can’t wait to see the res- Firefighters’ Association, nonprofit Williamson said. “Project Angel Project Angel Food – and it’s Romeo, Rolls-Royce and Genesis. idents and visitors enjoying the charities which provide assistance Food has been a journey. It’s dif- called unconditional love,” O’Gara Coach will be bringing out Tour d’Elegance on June 20,” to first responders injured in the line ficult to change an organization Eshoo said as he received the the latest and most exciting models Wunderlich said. of duty, maintain scholarship funds after it’s gotten started, but in the milestone meal. from its showroom for a rolling The public will have excellent for their children and provide other case of Project Angel Food, that’s From its kitchen in Los demonstration of cars rarely seen on views of the tour between 10 a.m. support. good news. Every generation of Angeles, Project Angel Food public roads. and 11 a.m. as it travels westbound For information, visit rodeo- leadership has carried forward provides medically tailored Surprise celebrity drivers will on Burton Way between San drive-bh.com/rodeo-drive-recom- this spirit [and] has truly imbibed meals to 2,300 people per day also join the tour as they parade in Vicente Boulevard and Rexford mends. the mission. This is about show- who are living with life-threaten- vehicles like Beverly Hills Fire ing up with love.” ing illnesses such as HIV/AIDS, Department’s own 1928 Ahrens “Due to the COVID-19 pan- cancer, diabetes and heart dis- Fox fire engine. Spectators are wel- demic, we ramped up bigger and ease. The organization was come to view the tour anywhere faster than ever before,” Ayoub founded in 1989 in response to along its route, which will include added. “I never imagined we’d the AIDS epidemic and today some of the city’s most iconic land- be celebrating at this time. And prepares and delivers over one marks, including Rodeo Drive how beautiful and what amazing million meals per year. itself. divine choreography it is that we For information, visit Beverly Hills Mayor Robert are doing it while we are also angelfood.org. Wunderlich will be behind the

Robey Theatre Co. commissions five playwrights The Robey Theatre Company Daphnie Sicre and Dylan Southard. announced its Community Creatives Following this process, the play- Developmental Project to support wrights will be considered for full the advancement of original plays by productions in future seasons of the emerging and established African- Robey Theatre Company. American voices. The project has The selected playwrights and commissioned five playwrights to their working titles are Nui Brown, develop five original plays. “Looking for the Hustle”; Pauletta “Playwrights of color are often James, “Buffalo Meets the marginalized and go without the Thunder”; Kwik Jones, “When the funding and developmental support Wind is Gone”; Julio Hanson, “La afforded to white artists and cre- Negra”; and Lorinda Hawkins atives,” said Ben Guillory, co- Smith, “Vaccination Elevation.” founder and producing artistic The Robey Theatre Company is director of the Robey Theatre funded, in part, by grants from the Company. “The Robey Theatre Los Angeles County Board of Company is pleased to be able to Supervisors through the office of work with and fund these gifted former Supervisor Mark Ridley- artists and creatives.” Thomas, the Los Angeles County Over the next year, each of the Department of Arts and Culture, the commissioned playwrights will be California Arts Council, the asked to write a full-length play. California Community Foundation Each play will be workshopped, and and the Ford Foundation. a public staged reading will follow. For information, email Over the past two years, the five [email protected] selected playwrights have participat- or visit therobeytheatrecompany.org. ed in the organization’s Playwrights Lab and received substantial and tai- image courtesy of the Robey Theatre Company lored developmental support from The Robey Theatre Company has the Robey Theatre Company’s expe- commissioned five original plays rienced resident dramaturgs, from five playwrights. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 29 June 10, 2021

LACO extends contract of Jaime Martín Farmers Market hosts Jaime Martín, music director of forward momentum. He was also sive and bold programming and Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, recently announced as taking the collegial leadership inspire both received a five-year contract exten- position of principal guest conduc- LACO audiences and musicians. vaccination clinic sion through the 2026-27 season, tor of the Spanish National We are delighted the orchestra’s which was announced by board Orchestra in the 2022-23 season. musical trajectory will continue Chair Leslie Lassiter. Martín, who “During his short tenure with under his baton.” has quickly risen to worldwide LACO, Jaime Martín has helped “I am deeply honored to be a part attention as a conductor following a enhance the orchestra’s artistic proof this iconic orchestra and grateful prominent career as a flutist, began file in Los Angeles, as well as to LACO’s exceptional artists and his LACO tenure in the 2019-20 nationally and internationally,” dedicated board of directors for season, infusing the orchestra with Lassiter said. “His joyous music their confidence in my leadership,” tremendous musical creativity and making, remarkable artistry, inclu- Martín said. “It has been exhilarat- ing to be a part of L.A.’s vibrant cultural scene and engage with LACO’s devoted audiences and community partners. I look forward to further exploring new musical frontiers with the orchestra and sharing our artistry.” In concert reviews, the Los Angeles Times hailed Martín’s “infectious music making,” noting “the musicians seem to be having a blast. The audience is invited to the party.” Overseas, he has been praised as “a visionary conductor, discerning and meticulous” (Platea photo courtesy of the Original Farmers Market Magazine), and London’s The Miracle Mile resident Ryder Worden, 12, received his COVID-19 Telegraph said “his infectious vaccination at the Original Farmers Market on June 9. Worden was enjoyment of the music communi- joined by his twin brother, Aidan, and mother, Mari, at the clinic, photo by Jamie Pham cated to the orchestra and audience which offered benefits for anyone who gets vaccinated. Jaime Martín has been contracted to remain as the music director of alike.” The clinic was offered in partnership with the Los Angeles County LACO through the 2026-27 season. For information, visit laco.org. Department of Public Health and Rite Aid. Those who were vaccinated received a free all-day parking pass and a Farmers Market tote bag, and they were entered into a drawing for hundreds of dollars in Farmers Market gift cards. Drawings for Jewish dignitaries, leaders attend festival reception Farmers Market gift certificates will take place July 5. In addition, those who receive vaccinations are eligible for the $1.5 Hillel Newman, consul general million and $50,000 cash prizes offered by Gov. Gavin Newsom and of Israel; Meir Fenigstein, founder the state of California. and executive director of the Israel COVID-19 vaccines are free regardless of insurance, immigration Film Festival; and Guy Nattiv, status or residency. Academy Award-winning filmmak- The Original Farmers Market is located at 6333 W. Third St. For er, attended the Israel Film Festival information, visit covid19.ca.gov/vax-for-the-win. reception on June 3. The cocktail reception was held at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive. The 35th Israel Film Festival, the largest showcase of Israeli cinema in the United States, will take place Nov. 11-28. The mission of the Israel Film Festival is to highlight Israel as the lively and innovative nation that it photo courtesy of PalPhoto is, as well as to shine a spotlight on its thriving film and television experience of Israel’s social and For information, visit israelfilm- industry, and enrich the American cultural diversity. festival.com. Newsom seeks to support restaurants, bars As California’s economy comes “As the state turns to post-pandem- continue the sale of to-go alcoholic roaring back and the state prepares ic life, we’ll continue to adapt best beverages with food deliveries, to fully reopen this month, Gov. practices that have helped business- among other successful pandemic Gavin Newsom on June 3 es transform customer experiences adaptations. In addition, the admin- announced action to ensure that for the better. With new opportuni- istration is urging local govern- restaurants, bars, breweries and ties and support for businesses large ments to facilitate outdoor dining wineries continue to benefit from and small, and the California can- through local zoning and programs pandemic regulatory relief – includ- do spirit that has carried us through that support and promote expanded ing expanded outdoor dining and the past year, we will come roaring open-air, takeout and delivery the sale of to-go alcoholic drinks – back from this pandemic.” options. to support the recovery of business- The administration extended While California has one of the es and protect public health. relief measures that permit restau- highest vaccination rates and the “California’s restaurants help rants and bars to continue to benefit lowest rate of community transmis- create the vibrant and diverse com- from their investments to expand sion in the nation, public health munities that make California the outdoor operations in areas such as experts recognize that encouraging envy of the world,” Newsom said. sidewalks and parking lots, and to best practices like outdoor activities and operations remain a public health priority as regions across the nation and world experience surges and variants continue to pose a threat. Building on regulatory relief announced throughout the pandemic by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, bars will be able to continue to partner with food trucks, catering companies or restaurants in order to sell meals with their beverages, as required, and allow wineries and breweries to photo courtesy of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office partner with restaurants to host vir- Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Tommy’s Mexican Restaurant in San tual dinners with wine and beer Francisco when discussing restaurant aid. pairings. 30 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

Hotel would displace 12 affordable units From page 1

Kirchen and Carnow noted that the She said the developers, which city Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea union’s primary concern in oppos- documents identify as Van Nuys- Avenue earlier this year. In that pro- ing the project is the removal of 12 based QES Inc., have offered ject, a settlement between the affordable housing units to make $30,000 for her and her father to developers and Unite Here Local way for the hotel, which contains relocate from their residence and 11 resulted in the addition of five no housing units, but protecting Le their business, an amount she more affordable units than had orig- Petit Jardin would be a benefit “for described as “a joke” and “an inally been planned, as well as the whole community.” insult.” more sustainable building practices “[Le Petit Jardin] sells flowers to “As far as I’m concerned, I’m not and better traffic circulation. people for Shabbat and she has for accepting a deal, especially one “I’m proud that we were able to many years … This is something that’s so ridiculously low,” Sotelo get more affordable housing in that for generations, people saw Klisch said. that project, a good example of their fathers give their mothers Handelman said negotiations are housing and hotel space, to show flowers every Friday night, and ongoing with Sotelo Klisch. that we’re really not crazy for they give their wives flowers now,” “We are still in discussions about asking for this really common- said Carnow, who lives close to the her unit and we are going to be place thing nowadays. project site and personally wants to making an above-required offer to Throughout that process, the support “small businesses that are her. The business is separate; developer added four new afford- photo courtesy of Unite Here Local 11 Unite Here Local 11 encouraged the Pico Robertson neighborhood to such a critical part of the communi- there’s no requirement to compen- able units, and we hope that peo- ty.” sate for a business … but we’re still ple can take a lesson to do the push back against the proposed hotel on June 4. “This project is the demolition of in negotiations with her about ways right thing,” Carnow said. rent-stabilized housing with no plan we can help her,” Handelman said. Handelman noted that housing important use to revitalize the com- 2022 election have taken stances for replacement, as well as small As for the housing issue, Unite “is an important issue citywide,” munity and bring some people to against the project on Twitter. businesses, including the beloved Here Local 11 is looking to see but said there were no plans to the neighborhood. We’re not dis- “This project would demolish 12 Le Petit Jardin,” Kirchen said. affordable units included as part of include housing in this project. puting that housing is a big issue, rent-stabilized housing units [with- One of those affordable units the project, something the union “We believe that in this location, but not every project can solve out] replacing a single one. Existing belongs to Sotelo Klisch, who lives was successful in doing in a mixed- a hotel that meets the needs of the every problem,” Handelman said. tenants would likely be priced out with her father above the restaurant. use project near the intersection of Orthodox Jewish community is an Aside from housing concerns, of the community … I support new Carnow, Kirchen and Sotelo Klisch hotel construction in L.A. [and] noted that the hotel’s seven-story CD5. But it must not be done at the height is dramatically higher than expense of community members’ the one- and two-story buildings housing security, and should be OUT Zones draw concern from neighbors currently in the area. designed in a way to enhance the From page 1 “We don’t have tall buildings [in community,” Scott Epstein said. our neighborhood] … This building “Putting aside neighborhood Division would ensure businesses with no outreach to neighborhood the loosening of indoor capacity will stand out in a strange way from concerns about height [and] mass- adhere to the city’s guidelines. associations, he said. Rodriguez restrictions for businesses, which the neighborhood,” Sotelo Klisch ing, the permanent elimination of “We need to evaluate each and added that few businesses and made it difficult for some to par- said. rent stabilized units without provi- every possible location,” organizations have utilized the ticipate. Handelman noted that the hotel’s sion for replacement is unaccept- Councilman John D’Amico said. outdoor space. “It’s a solid B-plus,” D’Amico height was in accordance with city able,” Katy Young Yaroslavsky D’Amico said he supports rati- “Nobody was interested,” said about the program so far. code. said. fying the order “on its face,” but Rodriguez added. According to the staff report, “This area needs development. “A proposed seven-story, 131- he would like to hear input from Rodriguez said the association the amended order would allow We feel that this is a positive addi- room hotel in Pico Robertson his fellow council members and did not support the project when it live entertainment in the OUT on tion. There’s a lot of support for the would displace [rent-stabilized] the public. D’Amico said the pan- was originally proposed. He said Robertson pilot program area project. There are a number of syn- units and small businesses,” Sam demic has shown that the city can the council closed a street that has between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. agogues supporting it,” Handelman Yebri said. be more creative with its public been open for years. However, he when Robertson Boulevard is said. The current representative of the and private outdoor spaces, as evi- admitted that it has not increased closed. Those supporters include the 5th District, City Councilman Paul denced by its OUT Zone – which traffic in the area. Additionally, commercial prop- Young Sephardic Community Koretz, has yet to take a stance on stands for Outdoor Use “We’re very happy about that,” erties located near other business- Center, Congregation Knesset the project, he said in an email. Temporary – program. Rodriguez said, adding that the es could host live entertainment Israel and others, Handelman “There are pros and cons on both “It’s created a much more alive lack of participation may explain from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. added. sides, and I am still weighing the and breathing city for me,” he the lack of additional traffic. Commercial properties adjacent Three candidates for Los Angeles issues relating to this project,” he added. D’Amico acknowledged some to residential areas would be per- City Council District 5 in the March said. However, some organizations of the criticisms the OUT on mitted to host live entertainment have been outspoken against Robertson program has received. from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., as long as some of the OUT Zone areas, par- Yet, the project has had no negative microphones are not used. ticularly the area included in the impact that has been documented The city started the OUT Zone Lieu bill would designate space Robertson Closure Pilot Program, on Robertson Boulevard, he said. program in September 2020 to which closes Robertson “It’s really less about OUT on streamline approvals for business- Boulevard from Santa Monica Robertson and more about how es seeking to use public and pri- as critical infrastructure Boulevard to Melrose Avenue people organize cities in their vate property to expand outdoor from 6 p.m. on Saturdays to 2 head,” he said, adding that some operations, according to the staff U.S. Reps. Ted W. Lieu (D- TV and communications tools – a.m. on Mondays. residents are accustomed to report. An executive order Torrance) and Ken Calvert (R- function with the help of technol- “We’re not interested,” West streets only being used for vehic- expanded the program in April to Corona) on June 4 introduced the ogy in and around space. As a Hollywood West Residents ular traffic. temporarily allow bars to operate Space Infrastructure Act, which result, we have to ensure that Association Vice President D’Amico described the pro- outdoors. would direct the Secretary of we’re protecting these critical Manny Rodriguez said. gram as being a “moderate” suc- The council is scheduled to Homeland Security to designate systems by directing the right The council approved the cess. He said the May 1 kickoff of vote on the amended executive space systems, services and tech- minds and resources towards Robertson pilot project in March the pilot project coincided with order at its June 21 meeting. nology as a sector of critical them. As co-chairs of the infrastructure. California Aerospace Caucus, Currently, the Department of Rep. Calvert and I know first- Homeland Security works to pro- hand how important it is to tect 16 different sectors of critical strengthen efforts to secure Galperin urges action to support local businesses infrastructure, which includes space-based assets. All the recent areas like communications, water hacking incidents underscore that Los Angeles City Controller Ron viduals – and create more jobs for fiscal year 2018 and fiscal year and energy – but not space. There we have to be forward-thinking Galperin on May 20 issued a letter our communities. It would also put 2020, only 18% of the city’s com- is no singular sector that concen- about how to safeguard critical to Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Los more money back into the city’s modities spending went to vendors trates expertise and resources per- infrastructure.” Angeles City Council recommend- general fund to support services in Los Angeles. taining to the characteristics of “American assets in space play ing a series of measures to increase that Angelenos rely on and need.” Galperin noted that, while the space industry and, instead, a vital role in our economic and contracting with local businesses in Galperin found that council- changes were recently made to the the space industry relies on col- national security,” Calvert added. order to support communities, cre- controlled city departments paid local business preference program, lecting threat and security infor- “That’s why officially designat- ate jobs and boost sales tax revenue out $7 million in sales taxes that the City Council should consider mation from a patchwork of 16 ing space as a critical infrastruc- to pay for more neighborhood ser- went to other California jurisdic- increasing the bid preference fur- existing sectors. This bill would ture sector is a logical step, and vices. tions for commodities purchased ther to account for the local alloca- designate space as a dedicated I’m proud to work with Rep. “Los Angeles is missing out on from fiscal year 2018 to fiscal year tion of sales taxes paid to Los sector of critical infrastructure, Lieu on this bill. The collabora- millions in sales tax revenue that is 2020. During the same period, the Angeles-based vendors. In addition, ensuring cogent security analyses tion between federal security benefiting other cities instead city paid just $4.1 million in sales changes should be made to the of assets like satellites in orbit, agencies and industry partners because so much contracting is taxes that went back into L.A.’s city’s contracts to encourage ven- launch systems on the ground, directly and indirectly involved done with non-local vendors,” general fund for commodities pur- dors to use Los Angeles-based loca- manufacturing plants, communi- with space-based assets and tech- Galperin said. “I see an opportunity chased from Los Angeles-based tions as the place of sale when pos- cations devices, supply chain and nologies is essential to America’s to change that, which would both vendors. sible. information technology. future as we confront evolving support local businesses – including Even with the local purchase For information, visit lacon- “Space is infrastructure,” Lieu threats.” small businesses owned by women, preference programs currently in troller.org/increasing-local-invest- said. “So many things we rely on For information, visit people of color and LGBTQ indi- place, Galperin said that between ment. – like navigation systems, cable lieu.house.gov. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 31 June 10, 2021

goal.” singular, unique characteristic and Bosse also defended the project, location that can support the build- One Beverly Hills criticized by Mirisch which she said is “breathtakingly ings that are planned,” Councilman From page 1 beautiful” and “complements the Lester Friedman said. neighboring surrounding area.” meetings, has been unanimous … “To me, this is the next 100 years. in our support for affordable hous- You may agree, you may disagree, “What makes ing,” Bosse said. but one thing you need to know: Beverly Hills the Bosse also protested “divisive- every single person on this council ness” after a tough last year with the cares about this community, has the great city that we pandemic and national political same values about this community, are, why we squabbles. has the same integrity and the same “Everybody here makes all of passion about the future of Beverly choose to live here, their decisions with a lens of fiscal Hills … This will be for our chil- why we love it with responsibility, with a moral com- dren and our grandchildren and pass and with an ethical compass something we can be proud of,” every ounce of our … What makes Beverly Hills the Bosse said. being, is that we all great city that we are, why we The other council members also choose to live here, why we love it expressed support for the project have the same with every ounce of our being, is and the process of creating the values and goals, that we all have the same values development agreement, which and we’re all and goals, and we’re all respectful they said will help ensure that hun- to each other. We treat each other dreds of millions or billions of dol- respectful to rendering © DBOX for Alagem Capital Group with respect,” Bosse said. “At lars in tax revenue and payments each other.” The botanical gardens will be on a podium above the street access to times we might disagree, but at the come to the city over the next few

Merv Griffin Way, which will travel under the podium. end of the day, we all have the same decades. -Beverly Hills Vice Mayor “This is a project that is very Lili Bosse important for the sustainability of the city, long-term … It will provide substantial funds for the LASD facing accusations of fraud in billing city,” Mayor Robert Wunderlich The fact that the structure will From page 1 said. serve as a gateway to the city helps than it was contractually obligat- supervision, and he said he cerning to me.” Beyond the financial benefits, the city meet one of the goals of its ed. In a May 26 Los Angeles expects West Hollywood’s Public Three members of the public the council members praised the general plan, the council members Times article detailing the filing, Safety Commission to discuss the also supported the audit, which project’s aesthetics – it’s designed said, and Councilman Julian Gold an anonymous LASD deputy topic as well. they claimed was the first step by well-known British architect expressed hope that the project alleged that while they were “Over the years, I think all of us toward diverting police funding Lord Norman Foster – and the role could eventually serve as a symbol- working at the West Hollywood have initiated and certainly, all of and increasing funding for social it will serve as a gateway land- ic structure for the city, similar to Station, they were told to lie about us have voted on, different ways services, a push that continues fol- mark for those coming from the the role played by the Sydney the hours worked by deputies in to audit the contracts of the sher- lowing the nationwide call to west. Opera House. order to “burn” contracted patrol iff’s department, and I think this is defund police departments after “There is no other project in the “I believe this will become that minutes. a good extension of that continu- the murder of George Floyd at the city of Beverly Hills that I could sort of iconic image of Beverly “That’s straight-up fraud. It’s so ous oversight,” D’Amico said. hands of Minneapolis police offi- support with the height of these Hills into the next decades,” Gold rampant that it became the norm … Councilman John Erickson cers last year and the killings of buildings … This property has a said. At the end of the day, we know it’s made clear that if West other people of color by police stealing, and I’m not a thief,” the Hollywood’s desired audit was officers. deputy told the Los Angeles Times. not undertaken by the county, he “This audit is a vital next step Though the item was not dis- would like the city to act on its towards dismantling systemic cussed on its own, some council own “immediately.” He also racism and solving so many safe- Center seeks help from members expressed support for it, raised other issues that West ty and quality-of-life issues,” including Councilwoman Sepi Hollywood residents have report- West Hollywood resident Jordan Shyne, who co-sponsored the ed with the LASD. David said. item with Mayor Lindsey “I’m gravely concerned by the Another member of the public, county on foster youth Horvath, during their general whistleblowers’ claims, and I will Enoch Miller, referenced other The Los Angeles LGBT Center youth of color are not expendable. comments. say from a public safety stand- controversies that have surround- on June 1 called upon Bobby Cagle, It’s time for our county to do what- “This is extremely important, point, when I was away in ed the LASD, including allega- director of the Los Angeles ever is necessary to save the lives of and I hope the supervisors take Wisconsin, I was receiving a tions of racism and that there are County’s Department of Child and LGBTQ foster youth.” action immediately,” Shyne said. number of disturbing emails so-called gangs of officers within Family Services, and the county According to research commis- In a statement released after the [alleging unresponsiveness] from the department. Board of Supervisors to stop their sioned by the center and conducted Los Angeles Times article was the sheriff’s department,” “Please vote to drastically neglect of LGBTQ youth in the fos- by UCLA’s Williams Institute in published, West Hollywood Erickson said. “I have great increase city spending on social ter care system. 2014, approximately 20% of foster detailed its process of conducting respect for our first responders, services and dramatically divest Thirteen years ago, the county youth identify as LGBTQ and more a “regular monthly internal those who put their lives on the from the sheriff’s contract. The abandoned the LGBTQ youth than 90% of them are youth of review process for its public safe- line, but I am slowly losing confi- well-documented issues of white under its care when it stopped fund- color. Other studies have indicated ty billing,” which the city’s state- dence in the sheriff’s department. supremacy and police gangs ing the system’s only LGBTQ+- that as many as 30% of foster youth ment said “serves to monitor how I’ve always worked with them in [indicate that the LASD] are not specific services, the L.A. LGBT identify as LGBTQ. the city is billed for sheriff’s per- a great way and found them to be equipped to solve any of our pub- Center said. Despite expressly “DCFS has failed LGBTQ youth sonnel time.” responsive, but they are not being lic safety issues,” Miller said. agreeing in the years since that such by denying them life-saving ser- Councilman John D’Amico responsive to members of our A request for comment from services are critical to properly care vices,” the center’s Youth and said this request for a countywide community who call them for the LASD was not returned for and keep these youth safe from Family Connections Manager Jo audit was a continuation of that very simple tasks, and that’s con- before press time. harm, and contrary to explicit Cerda said. “They need services promises to the center and the state and programs specifically designed of California that they would reme- for them to exist in the foster care dy this situation, the county has system and enter the world as failed to act. healthy, equal and complete mem- Assembly OKs bill to modernize pet blood banks “All we’ve seen from Bobby bers of society. The failure of DCFS The California State Assembly [Gavin] Newsom called on us to years while their blood is routinely Cagle are empty promises,” Los to provide culturally competent ser- on June 1 overwhelmingly work with him and stakeholders to harvested with animal blood Angeles LGBT Center CEO Lorri vices to LGBTQ youth of color is approved Assembly Bill 1282, the craft a better balance to ensure that demands only increasing. L. Jean said. “The appalling conse- causing actual harm to these youth. California Pet Blood Bank we transition away from the outdat- AB 1282 allows for a more quences for LGBTQ youth have Our children are suffering and Modernization Act, authored by ed and inhumane model into one we humane solution for sourcing ani- been dire, including emotional trau- dying under the DCFS watch. They Assemblyman Richard Bloom (D- can be proud of. We can do so much mal blood while also establishing ma, torture and even death. Yet, the deserve better.” Santa Monica) and state Sen. Scott better for the animals in our state.” conditions to eventually phase out very agency responsible for their For information, visit lalgbtcen- Wilk (R-Santa Clarita), along with AB 1282 authorizes California captive close colony canine blood care and protection, knowing this ter.org/DCFS. Assemblymen Kevin Mullin (D- licensed veterinarians to operate banks. for many years, has done nothing to San Mateo), Devon Mathis (R- community blood banks to produce “I have been working on this change the situation. This intention- Visalia) and Chad Mayes (I-Yucca and sell or transfer animal blood issue passionately for three years al neglect must stop. The county Answers From Page 26 Valley). and blood products. and I am pleased to have the bi-par- knows that at least one in five youth AB 1282 seeks to address both Currently, voluntary community- tisan support and co-authorship under their care are LGBTQ, and the shortage of animal blood for based blood banking isn’t allowed from my colleagues in both hous- 90% of these are youth of color. veterinary transfusion medicine and in California. Instead, California is es,” Bloom said. “With the contin- They know, too, that their failure to phase out the practice of captive the only state in the country that ued thoughtful engagement of properly care for these youth is closed colony canine blood banks requires animal blood to come from stakeholders, I am hopeful that the actually causing them irreparable in the state. so-called “closed colony blood Senate will share the Assembly’s harm. Yet, they can’t manage to “The legislature made progress in banks” that source blood from ani- support, and that Governor take even the simplest step of ask- previous sessions to envision a path mals kept, housed or maintained at Newsom will sign AB 1282 into ing the Board of Supervisors for the forward to expanding the supply of a facility for the purpose of collect- law this fall.” resources necessary to prevent blood for dogs through a voluntary ing their blood. These closed AB 1282 now heads to the Senate LGBTQ+ foster youth from a life model similar to human blood bank- colony blood banks require hun- and will be referred to relevant pol- of suffering. This shocking derelic- ing,” Bloom said. “Governor dreds of animals to be in cages for icy committees. tion of duty is inexcusable. Queer 32 June 10, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News