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Beverly Hills, West Hollywood HPOZ plan updated,

nbut opposition persists nremember those lost to AIDS Councilman Ryu wants to respect years-long effort Quilt symbolizes past      ceed as planned without infringing ‘urgency’ as activists on property owners’ rights. The Planning An HPOZ – historic preservation continue to raise notice Department released an updated overlay zone – is a tool that has   draft Preservation Plan for the become more popular in Los Miracle Mile HPOZ, and the city Angeles County to help neighbor- In 2001 when he was in his planning commission will consider it hoods like the Miracle Mile preserve early 20s, Lucas Grindley saw next week. its unique architecture. part of the AIDS quilt for the first Councilman David Ryu, 4th After “McMansions” started time when it was on display at a District, said his office is working on invading communities during the pride event in his home state of “very minor points” after what he current development boom – replac- Florida. described as a successful meeting, ing structures built from 1921-1953 “There was a real sense of where all parties agreed on clarifica- in the process – neighborhood lead- urgency about what people faced, tions to ensure the HPOZ can pro- See Planning page 26 and what we need to talk about,” said Grindley, editorial director of The Advocate’s parent company Here Media. Fifteen years later, Grindley has worked with The NAMES Project Foundation to bring three installa- tions of the quilt to Beverly Hills as part of the city’s commemora- tion of the 29th annual World AIDS Day on Thursday, Dec. 1. courtesy of the NAMES Project Foundation The Advocate will also host Above, blocks of the quilt show names of loved ones who died from “Voices of Hope” in the Grand AIDS. The NAMES Project Foundation will bring three installations of Hall of the Wallis Annenberg the quilt to Beverly Hills as part of the city’s commemoration of the Center for the Performing Arts in 29th annual World AIDS Day today. Beverly Hills, one of many World which consists of over 49,000 England, who received an HIV- AIDS Day events taking place photo by Aaron Blevins throughout the local area. three-by-six foot panels that have positive diagnosis in the late Scheduled from 5:30 p.m. to 7 been added by friends, partners 1980s at age 19; Greg Louganis, The above photo was published in the Beverly Press and Park Labrea News in p.m., “Voices of Hope” will show- and family members since the an Olympic gold medalist and gay 2014, showing a “McMansion” where a decades-old home once stood, after the case the three installation panels quilt’s inception in 1987. Miracle Mile Residential Association launched a committee to study HPOZs. from the AIDS Memorial Quilt, Speakers will include actor Mel See virus page 26 L.A. sells proposal to Law allows people to sleep overnight in vehicles n Ordinance will ban certify street vending overnight parking in      13th District. “I think we have residential neighborhoods plenty of places in the city where     Street vending has been an street vending can thrive.” accepted practice in many areas However, Los Angeles is the of Los Angeles, like in other only major city in the country The Los Angeles City Council cities around the world. Vendors that prohibits all types of vending has approved an ordinance that will are commonly seen after Dodger at all hours on every sidewalk. prohibit people from staying in games, outside The Grove, or But now, like food trucks vehicles overnight in residential strategically positioned in areas before them, vendors in Los neighborhoods and near schools where bar patrons in West Angeles that are stationed on and other sensitive locations, but Hollywood will be waiting for sidewalks could be on their way allows them to stay overnight in photo by Edwin Folven their rides home. Some vendors to becoming certified. Last week, RVs and cars in commercial and People sleeping in recreational vehicles park on roads near Cahuenga sell fruit in parks in the Fairfax two city council members industrial neighborhoods. Boulevard and Vine Street in Hollywood. Under new regulations, vehi- District or salty snacks near tran- reignited a proposal that would The decision was viewed as a cles will be allowed overnight in commercial areas. sit stops in Hollywood. decriminalize the practice and balance between giving people establish a permit framework experiencing homelessness an Angeles law prohibiting people Appeals. The new law was champi- “They are part of the Los Angeles culture, and they have with easier penalty structures. option to stay in their vehicles, from staying in vehicles was deter- oned by Councilmen Marqueece Existing code penalizes side- mined to be unconstitutional by the been for decades,” said while reducing the impact it can See vendors page 25 have on residents. A previous Los U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of See overnight page 26 Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 2 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

David Sedaris is about an unemployed Space Exploration writer who takes a job as an elf at a Lecture Macy’s department store in New York oin astronaut David Scott for “From C a l e n d a r City. The play looks at how the holiday Space Race to Cross-Bloc season brings out the best, and some- choosing the winner. Participating Friendship” on Thursday, Dec. 1 from times worst, in everyone. Showtimes J comedians are Solomon Georgio, Will 3 to 5 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial are 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 3:30 Weldon, Megan Gailey, Dave Waite, Building in Culver City. Scott, the p.m., Sunday. General admission is The Puterbaugh Sister, Jordan Doll and first man to drive a vehicle on the $29.50. 1211 Fourth St., Santa Monica. Brodie Reed. Advance tickets are $8; moon, will speak about his accom- www.santamonicaplayhouse.com. $10 at the door. 7522 Sunset Blvd. plishments in space in the context of www.argumentsandgrievances.com. the Cold War. The Wende Museum is hosting the event. 4117 S. Overland Comedy Play Ave. RSVP requested by emailing 3 Legal Clinic njoy Rogue Machine’s play “The [email protected]. olunteer attorneys from the Super Variety Match Bonus Beverly Hills Bar Association ERound!” running Saturday, Dec. 3 VBarristers will answer legal questions through Monday, Dec. 19 at The Met ‘A Christmas Carol’ during a free clinic on Saturday, Dec. 3 Theatre on Oxford Avenue. The come- harles Dickens’ classic holiday from 10 a.m. to noon in the Elm Room dy play tells the story of a modern child story “A Christmas Carol” runs at Roxbury Park in Beverly Hills. with no vowels in his/her name who from Thursday, Dec. 1 through C Small claims, wills and trusts, business rents a bedroom in the home of a small- Sunday, Dec. 18 at the Miles disputes, consumer law and landlord- town older Texas couple while attend- Memorial Playhouse in Santa Monica. tenant law will be discussed. 471 S. ing a big music festival weekend. The production is directed by Jen Roxbury Dr. (310)601-2422, Showtimes are 8:30 p.m., Saturday and Bloom and stars Troy Dunn as www.bhba.org. Monday; 3 p.m., Sunday. General Scrooge and Arlo Petty as Tiny Tim. admission is $34.99. 1089 N. Oxford Audience members can enjoy caroling Ave. (855)585-5185, www.roguema- and egg nog with the cast after each Poinsettia Lecture chinetheatre.com. production. Showtimes are 8 p.m., riends of Robinson Gardens pre- Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday. Tickets start sent “The Making of the Christmas at $20. 1130 Lincoln Blvd. www.san- FFlower: The Eckes and the Marketing 4 Art Discussion tamonicarep.org. of the Poinsettia” on Saturday, Dec. 3. oin filmmaker Arthur Jafa and Hans Jeff Charles, an associate professor of Ulrich Obrist, artistic director of history at California State University, JSerpentine Galleries for a discussion PLB Toy Drive San Marcos, will discuss how the poin- and book signing on Sunday, Dec. 4 at ark La Brea is seeking donations settia became a traditional holiday 2 p.m. at the Los Angeles County for its Christmas Toy Drive run- symbol. Light refreshments will be Museum of Art. The lecture focuses on ning from Thursday, Dec. 1 through P served at 10:30 a.m., followed by the Jafa’s series “Notebooks, 1990–2007,” Wednesday, Dec. 14. New unwrapped presentation at 11 a.m. and a poinsettia which includes three ring binders filled toys are sought and can be dropped off sale at noon. Admission is $50 for with clipped images to create filmic at the Park La Brea Activity Center and Friends of Robinson Gardens mem- montages. Admission is free. 5905 the gate houses at Sixth Street and bers; $60 for non-members. 1008 Wilshire Blvd. (323)857-6587, Curson Avenue, and Third Street and Elden Way, Beverly Hills. (310)550- www.lacma.org. Burnside Avenues. (323)549-5458. photo courtesy of Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz 2068. www.robinsongardens.org. Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz presents an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s Le Salon De 2 Book Sale “The Jungle Book,” performed by Tears of Joy Theatre, on Tuesday, ook lovers can find rarities and Chamber Music Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The puppet show version of the classic story he 43rd season of Da Camera Musiques bargains at the John C. Fremont e Salon De Musiques invites explores the Indian jungle with Mowgli as he tries to find his family. Adult Society’s “Chamber Music in Library’s book sale on Friday, Dec. 2 guests to “Embark to Bohemia B Historic Sites” opens with a perfor- from noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday, admission is $15; $10 for students. 10361 W. Pico Blvd. (310)286-0553, T With Three Virtuosos” during a classi- mance by the Hermitage Piano Trio on L Dec. 3 from noon to 5 p.m. CDs, www.tinyurl.com/ofmdyxh. cal music performance on Sunday, Saturday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. in the DVDs, audio books and videos will Dec. 4 at 4 p.m. in the Dorothy Pompeian Room at the Doheny also be offered. 6121 Melrose Ave. Chandler Pavilion. The performance from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Fowler ment of streets and temples positioned Mansion. The trio will perform works (323)962-3521. celebrates the music of Antonin Museum on the UCLA campus. in designated locations. Screech, an by Mendelssohn, Suk, Beethoven and Dvorak, Josef Suk and Bedrich Manesh will incorporate the practice art history professor at SOAS Glinka. A pre-concert talk begins at . Audience members will of contemplative art viewing to University of London, will cover the 7:40 p.m. Tickets start at $65. 8 enjoy French champagne and a buffet. explore the relationship between art requirements and expectations that Chester Place, on the campus of Mount Contemplative Art General admission is $85; $45 for stu- and the self. 308 Charles E. Young went into Edo’s planning. Admission Saint Mary’s College. (213)477-2929, Viewing Drive East. www.fowler.ucla.edu. is free. 5700 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 100. dents. 135 N. Grand Ave. (310)498- ducator Mitra Manesh leads a dis- www.DaCamera.org. www.jflalc.org. 0257, www.LeSalondeMusiques.com. cussion on the exhibition “The ESpun Universe: Wixárika (Huichol) History of Tokyo ‘The Santaland Yarn Paintings” on Friday, Dec. 2 apan Foundation Los Angeles pre- Comedy Show 8 David Ben-Gurion sents “Magic and Power in Edo’s hicago-based Arguments & Diaries’ oin Arnold Weiss for “The Little JCity Planning,” a lecture by Timon Grievances is holding its comedy atrick Censoplano wears candy Giant: The Story of David Ben- Screech, on Friday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. Cdebate series on Friday, Dec. 2 at 9 cane tights for the return of “The JGurion” on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 Edo, the former name of Tokyo, was p.m. at the Nerdmelt Showroom in PSantaland Diaries” running from p.m. at the Fairfax Branch Library. The carefully planned to meet expecta- Hollywood. 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board would distract drivers at the school already has a digital bill- Billboard proposal could be sign of commercial policy reform intersection where thousands of board that highlights student       students and families cross every activities. The new billboard southeast corner of Highland instructional programs and pur- day. But the committee voted to would replace that billboard. The Avenue and Sunset Boulevard – chase equipment needed to fully LAUSD’s policy on commer- consider the proposal with the full new sign would be constructed by one of the busiest intersections in realize the potential of our stu- board. District staff will return an outside firm, but controlled by cialization will be on display this the city. dents,” Sanchez explained in her month as the board of education with a more detailed report in mid- the district. Costs to get the bill- Hollywood High School princi- presentation. considers a proposal to construct a December. board would be the responsibility pal Alejandra Sanchez presented LAUSD released a statement to Part of the proposal includes of the vendor, and they would be commercial digital billboard on confirm that Hollywood High the Hollywood High School cam- the proposal at a LAUSD board suspending LAUSD Board Rule responsible for coordinating con- School received an unsolicited pus. The proposal is to develop a committee meeting earlier this 1251, which prohibits commercial tracts with advertisers. A commit- proposal for a revenue-generating pilot program that could expand to month, but she did not return calls advertising at schools. And deputy tee of school personnel would partnership utilizing a digital bill- help schools raise funds to pay for to comment by press time. “While chief procurement officer Quinton have final approval of the all con- board. textbooks and improvements to the Hollywood High School is located Dean said it could be turned off tent. No alcohol, tobacco, drugs, facilities. in the middle of the entertainment “As a result, the L.A. Unified during the school day. However, or “inappropriate advertising” will One of the three proposed bill- and arts capital of the world, we School District is in the prelimi- signage for an In-N-Out restau- be allowed. boards would be stationed at the lack funds to implement many nary stages of researching this rant, a Chick-fil-A and other com- Dean did not return calls for possibility,” the statement read. mercial businesses are currently comment on this story. LAUSD Members of the committee, like visible from the Hollywood High board president Steve Zimmer said board member Scott Schmerelson, School campus. he does not have a comment at this said they are worried that a bill- The intersection in front of the time. PICTURE THIS.

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Carjacking   suspects quickly arrested in Beverly Hills Police impersonator sought after Beverly Hills Police Department auto theft in Hollywood Hills officers arrested two suspects on    reported, said Los Angeles Police Nov. 27 who carjacked a driver, stole Department spokeswoman Jenny a Rolls Royce and led police on a Police were searching on Houser. brief pursuit. Wednesday for a suspect who The suspect was wearing plain The carjacking occurred at approx- allegedly impersonated a police clothes and allegedly also had a imately 8:40 p.m. in the 600 block of officer and carjacked a victim in badge. Houser could not confirm N. Maple Drive. The driver of a Rolls a Hollywood Hills neighbor- whether the suspect drove a vehi- Royce stopped at the location and hood. cle to the location or was accom- was outside the vehicle when he was Few details were available panied by an accomplice, but confronted by the two suspects. about the incident, which media reports stated a second “He was stopped on the side of the occurred at approximately 8 p.m. male suspect who was with the road smoking a cigarette when the on Nov. 29 in the 1200 block of gunman fled the scene in a dark- suspects came by and saw him, Officers arrested two suspects who allegedly carjacked a driver and N. Clark St., in the hills above colored Dodge Charger with a pulled out a handgun and stole the West Hollywood. A male suspect blue light. Anyone with informa- stole a Rolls Royce Wraith, similar to the model shown above. vehicle,” said Lt. Lincoln Hoshino, of allegedly approached the victim tion about the incident is urged to the Beverly Hills Police Department. on foot, pointed a gun and then call investigators with the “He ran up the street to a residence its side. juvenile who was not identified drove away in the victim’s 2013 LAPD’s Hollywood Division at and called police.” The suspects fled on foot. One sus- because he is a minor. Toyota Corolla. No injuries were (213)972-2967. Minutes later, patrol officers saw pect was located hiding in bushes Hoshino credited the quick actions the Rolls Royce Wraith at the inter- nearby, while the other suspect was of the driver and the officers in mak- section of Santa Monica Boulevard taken into custody a short time later ing the arrests. and Doheny Drive. The officers near Pico Boulevard and Beverly “It was a combination of things,” pursued the suspects, who collided Drive. Hoshino said. “[The driver] called Anti-Trump graffiti suspect charged with a parked vehicle near Wilshire Police identified one suspect as police right away, and officers quick- A 37-year-old woman was Angeles faces four felony counts of Boulevard and Oakhurst Drive, Antonio Galvan, 19, of Los Angeles. ly found the vehicle. A Rolls Royce is charged Nov. 28 for spray-painting vandalism causing over $400 dam- knocking the parked vehicle onto The second suspect is a 16-year-old not that common.” anti-Donald Trump graffiti on gov- age. Bay allegedly spray-painted on ernment buildings in Los Angeles, the Hall of Justice, Foltz Criminal causing thousands of dollars in Justice Center, Hall of Records and damage. L.A. Central Plant on Nov. 20. The Police investigate murder at Barham Blvd. apartments Victoria Jayne Bay, of Los defendant faces five years in jail.    p.m. after a citizen reported hearing According to media reports, the a gunshot. Firefighters and officers victim was found in a parking Detectives are investigating a found a man in his 30s suffering garage at the complex, but Preciado homicide that occurred in an apart- from a gunshot wound. The victim said she could not confirm the ment building on the north side of was pronounced dead at the scene. exact location. the Hollywood Hills in the Toluca Detectives have ruled out sui- Detectives with the LAPD’s Lake area on Nov. 29. cide, said LAPD spokeswoman Robbery-Homicide Division are Officers were called to the build- Liliana Preciado. The victim was investigating. Anyone with infor- ing in the 3600 block of Barham not identified pending notification mation is asked to call (213)486- Boulevard at approximately 1:40 of next of kin. 6890.

Former NFL player sentenced for raping women Former professional football delayed pending completion of fed- While in the room, Sharper gave player Darren Sharper was sen- eral and state cases in Louisiana, each woman a drink that rendered tenced on Nov. 29 to 20 years in where he was held until his return to them unconscious. One victim state prison and ordered to register Los Angeles this month. woke up naked hours later with for life as a sex offender after earlier Deputy District Attorneys Alison Sharper sexually assaulting her. The admitting to drugging and raping Foster and Michele Hanisee prose- second woman awoke and “inter- two women, the Los Angeles cuted the case. rupted his actions,” according to County District Attorney’s Office On Oct. 30, 2013, Sharper met prosecutors. announced. two women at a West Hollywood On Jan. 14, 2014, Sharper met Sharper, 41, pleaded no contest nightclub and invited them to a two different women at a nightclub nearly two years ago to two counts party. On the way, he told them he in West Hollywood and later of rape by use of drugs and four had to stop at his Los Angeles hotel drugged them. When they woke up counts of furnishing a controlled room and invited them up to his hours later, one woman believed substance. His sentence was room. she had been sexually assaulted.

Sheriff’s custody assistant charged with assault A Los Angeles County sheriff’s count of assault by means of force inmate who asked the defendant to custody assistant has been charged likely to produce great bodily leave the area so another inmate with assault for his role in the injury. On Feb. 15, 2014, Grijalva could be assaulted. attack of a jail inmate two years was assigned to supervise inmates Grijalva is accused of refusing ago. in several dormitories at the North the injured inmate access to med- The defendant, Jonathan County Detention Facility. Grijalva ical attention. The inmate suffered a Grijalva, 28, was charged with one was allegedly approached by an fractured jaw and nose. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 December 1, 2016 Miracle Mile toy drive helps homeless children    in the Miracle Mile and a chamber the organization, totalling $4,000 member. annually. The Greater Miracle Mile “Homelessness is certainly a Miracle Mile Toys and Games is Chamber of Commerce is hoping deplorable thing. Everyone should also supporting the toy drive by Angelenos will help brighten the have a right to shelter,” Barrentine offering a 20 percent discount to holidays for homeless children by said. “Anyone can bring a toy, even people who buy toys for donation, donating new unwrapped toys to if you are not involved in the cham- McComb said. She hopes the toy People Assisting the Homeless ber. One of the things about PATH drive will result in an extraordinary (PATH) during the chamber’s holi- is it gives people ways to have a amount of new, unwrapped books, day toy drive. hands-on experience. Certainly in games and toys. People can donate toys through the Miracle Mile and the surround- “Last year, there was so much Dec. 8 at Miracle Mile Toys and ing neighborhoods we see an that they had to bring another van,” Games, 5363 Wilshire Blvd., or on incredible amount of homeless peo- McComb added. “This year, they Dec. 8 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. ple. It is something that [affects us] are bringing two vans, and our goal in collection boxes at the parking on a daily basis.” is to stuff both of them.” structure for Olympic Medical Red Real Estate supports PATH Anyone seeking information Center at 5900 Olympic Blvd. The all year by donating a portion of about the toy drive is urged to email photo courtesy of PATH donations at Olympic Medical proceeds from each home sale to [email protected] Donations to the Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce’s holiday Center coincide with the chamber’s toy drive will be distributed by PATH to children of homeless families. annual holiday luncheon at the medical center. “The Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce is not just about businesses, it’s about the community, and part of the commu- nity is people who are less fortunate than us,” said Meg McComb, exec- utive director of the chamber. “One of the ways we can do that is through contributions to organiza- tions like PATH.” The toy drive marks the second year the chamber has contributed to PATH during the holidays. Last year, the chamber collected dona- tions of furniture and housewares to help homeless people moving into permanent housing. This year, the need was for children’s toys, said John Barrentine, co-founder of RED Real Estate, a company based

BikeFrom page 3safety local government and sponsors such as AARP. O’Farrell will join LACBC for more bicycle safety events planned in areas including Echo Park, Elysian Valley and Silver Lake. The collaboration is the latest example of O’Farrell’s efforts to make Los Angeles more friendly to cyclists. In 2014, O’Farrell spoke in favor of then-recently completed bike lanes on Virgil Avenue, and supported studies assessing the feasibility of adding bike lanes along other corridors. In 2013, O’Farrell and then-4th District Councilman Tom LaBonge helped make Yucca Street safer for cyclists by adding new sharrows, wayfinding sig- nage and modified street signs, among other improvements. “I like to spread the word any way I can about awareness and safety,” O’Farrell said. “Maybe what we’re doing will save a life and prevent a tragedy.” READ US ONLINE ...&(6,63#03655&)2* $#'./1'0'.(- 2*0#6167455+672%71$6 /6.50-063 7-3)$4,6'7455+6577 "7-',63154/!74/%23*-142/7 "75+(5)340142/57 0 0 0 6 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press NCJW/LA clothing giveaway makes difference in the lives of thousands    Giveaway means the difference in dren will be given out on Sunday. giving and receiving gifts during the Stuffed animals and books are also Thousands of people are expected holidays, said Bob Klausner, director given to children, and a resource fair to converge on the Fairfax District on of retail operations from NCJW/LA. staffed by social service providers Sunday, Dec. 4 for the National The event runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. gives recipients information about Council of Jewish Women/Los at 543 N. Fairfax Ave. programs available in the communi- Angeles’ (NCJW/LA) annual “I guarantee there will be at least ty. Holiday Clothing Giveaway. 1,000 people lined up by 6 a.m., and “All of the clothing is donated to The clothing is collected through- they keep lining up until 1 p.m.” the thrift store throughout Los out the year at the council’s eight Klausner said. “The need for some of Angeles so the people can be taken thrift shops, and is given away free at these people is so apparent. It’s unbe- care of,” Klausner said. “It’s their the annual event. People line up for lievably amazing to see them receiv- Christmas. Just show up and sign blocks before dawn in the neighbor- ing all the merchandise for free. It’s in.” hood surrounding the NCJW/LA such an unbelievable feeling for all Hillary Selvin, executive director Council House to get first pick at the of us.” of NCJW/LA, said the annual cloth- apparel. Approximately 75,000 articles of ing giveaway is the organization’s For many recipients, the Clothing clothing for men, women and chil- biggest charitable event of the year. photo by Edwin Folven “This event fills a tremendous The National Council of Jewish Women, Los Angeles distributes clothing need in the community,” Selvin said. to thousands of people in need at the beginning of December each year. “You have people who are homeless L.A. to restrict predatory or borderline homeless. There are show up at the event at 543 N. “It is one of the most rewarding people who are trying to figure out, Fairfax Ave., but she encouraged events NCJW/LA hosts every year,” sales practices at ‘big banks’ ‘Do I get food or do I get clothing?’ prospective volunteers to call said Helen Davidov, NCJW/LA This is an amazing project with an (323)852-8518 or email volun- board president. “It is important to When the Los Angeles Office of Angeles has contracted with Wells opportunity for everyone to volun- [email protected] to let organizers give to those who might not be as Finance requests services from the Fargo for our banking services – teer and help their neighbors.” know they are coming. fortunate as we are. This event not nation’s largest banks, it will the same bank that paid a record Volunteers are still being sought to Approximately 250 people volunteer only provides clothing, books and specifically aim to discourage $185 million fine for using abu- help sort the apparel and for other each year, and 3,000 to 5,000 people stuffed animals for families, but also unscrupulous practices and restrict sive sales goals that swindled duties. 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Management Committee report potential of creating thousands of “There is a need for increased from its Oct. 25 meeting based on a new affordable homes for housing production across the “fixed requirement and mixed Angelenos. income spectrum, including market affordability.” O’Farrell introduced the “value rate housing and affordable hous- The Department of City Planning capture” initiative in 2014 to ing,” wrote Vince Bertoni, Director reported that approximately require developers to build low- of Planning, in a report to the city $300,000 would be required for the income units or pay into the city’s council. “Affordability in Los city to hire an economic consultant Affordable Housing Trust Fund in Angeles … is the lowest in the to carry out an economic feasibility exchange for zoning changes, vari- country and likely at its lowest assessment as part of the analysis. ances or other exceptions that point in history. Like all Californian The policy that the council mem- increase the value of the project. cities, funding for affordable hous- bers approved last week will aim to photo courtesy of Beverly Hills City Hall “An affordable home in the heart ing in Los Angeles has declined address the need of veterans, of the city should not be out of dramatically in recent years.” seniors and workers who are strug- reach for hard-working The term “value capture” refers gling in the post-recession econo- Angelenos,” O’Farrell wrote in his to building requirements that gener- my, O’Farrell explained. Mayoral meet-up newsletter. “We as leaders must ate funds or public improvements “As your representative on the Evodio Velazquez Aguirre, the mayor of Acapulco, Mexico, and focus on fixing our housing crisis, when new infrastructure result in Los Angeles City Council, I will members of his family and the Sister City Committee stopped by and create policy that will provide significant increases in land value. continue to work to bring more Beverly Hills City Hall on Monday to chat with city officials and some relief from the burden of sky- It is differentiated from incentive- affordable units not only to the dis- strengthen Sister City ties with Beverly Hills. rocketing rents across Los based tools like density bonus, in trict, but throughout this great city, From left, Howard Szabo, Sister City Committee member; Helen Angeles.” that it is not already priced in to the and collaborate on ways to provide Szabo, wife of Howard Szabo; Perla Edith Martinez de Velazquez, In light of the worsening housing value of land. Instead, a specific more permanent supportive hous- Aguirre’s wife; Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch; Acapulco Mayor crisis in Los Angeles, and reduced public action creates an increase in ing for our homeless and a step up Evodio Velazquez Aguirre; Beverly Hills resident Anthony Baron; resources available to address it, the land value and a portion can be for our low-income workers,” Sister City Committee member Dr. Sharona R. Nazarian; and Beverly motion called for an analysis of recaptured in the form of public O’Farrell concluded. Hills resident Stanley Black. potential land use policies that benefits. would “establish a nexus between The Department of City Planning certain discretionary land use enti- reported on potential options for the Padilla responds to voter fraud allegations President-elect Donald Trump last week raised uncertainty in the election he won on Nov. 8 when he tweeted that there was “serious voter fraud” in California and other states. California Secretary of State Alex Padilla on Sunday released a state- ment in response to the tweets. “It appears that Mr. Trump is troubled by the fact that a growing majority of Americans did not vote for him,” Padilla said, referencing reports that Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton received at least 2 mil- lion more votes than Trump, with millions still left to count. “[Trump’s] unsubstantiated allegations of voter fraud in California and elsewhere are absurd. His reckless tweets are inappropriate and unbecoming of a President-elect.” 8 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press WeHo mourns victims of ConferenceThe Attorney’s helps students preventop a cyber cyber safety program crime at their Office, the FBI and a coalition of “Whether it is for schools to educate the student body law enforcement agencies and educational or about risks associated with cyber- transgender violence community groups hosted the 8th crime. Students will have their annual Cyber Crime Prevention recreational use, contest entries judged by a panel of Symposium on Nov. 28 at the it is essential that experts, and the winning school California Endowment in Los everyone – espe- will be publicized in May 2017. Angeles. “With just a touch of a screen or The Symposium addressed cially young peo- a click of a mouse, our children can Internet-related security and safety ple – have skills to be the targets of bullies and preda- issues with speakers holding dis- stay safe in cyber- tors,” said Los Angeles City cussions on child exploitation, Attorney Mike Feuer. “My office is cyber bullying, the implications of space.” proud to partner with law enforce- digital communication on health, ment, educators, parents and stu- digital reputation, navigating peer -United States Attorney dents to keep our children safe by pressure, social media, cyber Eileen M. Decker. addressing the very serious threats abuse, Internet dangers and sextor- posed by online predators and tion. The conference also featured cyber bullies.” a youth presentation on Snapchat safe in cyberspace,” said United Organized by the Inter-Agency and celebrity guests from Disney States Attorney Eileen M. Decker. Council on Child Abuse and television programs. More than “The symposium will assist the Neglect (ICAN), law enforcement Photo by Jonathan Moore 400 educators, middle and high most vulnerable among us, and agencies participating in the con- Thousands of residents attended “Transgender Day of school students and their parents those who care for them, in design- ference included the United States Remembrance” in West Hollywood last week. attended the conference. ing and implementing strategies Attorney’s Office, the Federal West Hollywood’s Transgender Advisory Board hosted the event “Internet and social media use that will help protect them from Bureau of Investigation, the Los that included speakers from the community, city representatives, var- has become a fundamental element online dangers.” Angeles City Attorney’s Office, the ious transgender performers, a reading of the names of transgender of our daily lives. Whether it is for Participating students were also Los Angeles County Sheriff’s people who have passed due to hate crimes. educational or recreational use, it is invited to participate in the 6th Department and the Los Angeles Above, West Hollywood resident Dan Morin, participated in the essential that everyone – especially annual Cyber Safety Challenge Police Department Internet Crimes reading of the names. young people – have skills to stay contests, which asks them to devel- Against Children Task Force.

Garcetti attends summit on climate change Mayor Eric Garcetti committed fight climate change,” said laboration toward fully implement- L.A. to being among the first cities Garcetti. “We do not need to wait ing the Paris Climate Agreement. to explore and pursue every possi- for any one person or government “Simply put, we can all agree ble strategy for doing its part to to show us the way. Acting togeth- that fires, flooding, and financial limit global temperature rise dur- er as cities, we can set an example losses are bad for our country, that ing an address on Nov. 30 to the for our neighbors, spur clean ener- we need to protect our communi- C40 Cities Climate Leadership gy innovation, clean up our air, and ties’ most vulnerable residents who Group. speed up the inevitable transition suffer the most from the impacts of C40, hosting a Mayors Summit to a low-carbon, opportunity-rich climate change, and that we all from Wednesday, Nov. 30 to future for us all.” need healthier air to breathe and a Friday, Dec. 2., is a network of the Mayor Garcetti and 39 other U.S. stronger economy — rural and world’s largest cities committed to mayors in the Mayors National urban, Republican and Democrat close collaboration regarding cli- Climate Action Agenda (MNCAA) — and in terms of our domestic mate change. have signed an open letter to quality of life and our standing “Every city, every community, President-elect Donald J. Trump to abroad,” the MNCAA mayors every individual has the power to declare continued action and col- wrote.

Koretz calls for more affordable housing projects Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th people than available housing, so District, called on the City Council “We can no longer we need to work with the develop- Nov. 30 to look at ways the city ment community and help them do can improve its oversight and afford to be losing what they do best in a way that coordination on housing issues as as many, or more, works best for the most people,” it steps up its effort to address a Koretz said. “But the U.S. shortage of affordable housing. affordable units Constitution and typical land use “With the passage of two major than we policies favor allowing developers housing-related measures on Nov. generate.” to propose whatever they think 8, Los Angeles is poised to gener- will pencil out in whatever loca- ate more new housing than at any tion, and that’s not always opti- -Councilman Paul Koretz, time in recent memory,” Koretz mal. We need to use what author- 5th District said. “With some new develop- ity we have more assertively and ment displacing thousands of ten- constructively so that the influx of ants from existing affordable units General Plan Housing Element new housing the market will bring every year, we desperately need to calling for development of 80,000 and which the voters have so gen- get a better handle on what’s hap- to 100,000 new housing units in erously facilitated is better pening on every level. We can no the next five years and communi- matched to what people need and longer afford to be losing as many, ties demanding that new develop- in locations that don’t do more or more, affordable units than we ment be compatible and not over- harm than good.” generate, which has been our pat- tax existing infrastructure, Koretz Koretz’s motion was referred to tern for too long.” said the City needs to start the City Council’s Housing With Mayor Eric Garcetti, the addressing the problem. Committee, of which he is vice- City Council and the City’s “L.A. is a big city with more chair, for initial consideration.

Leaders seek funds for earthquake warning system Reps. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank), requests that system receive $16.1 provide residents and first respon- Derek Kilmer (D-Wash.), and Peter million in funding starting in 2018. ders with advance notice that could DeFazio (D-Ore.), along with 29 “To follow through on the com- help save lives, avoid injuries, and other members of Congress, urged mitments made by the federal gov- avert major infrastructure damage the White House’s Office of ernment, as well as growing funding by slowing trains to prevent derail- Management and Budget earlier this from states and the private sector, it ment, stopping elevators, pausing week to work with federal agencies is critical that this program be fully surgeries, and taking other actions in to continue supporting the develop- funded at $16.1 million annually so the event of a major earthquake. ment and operation of an earthquake the West Coast will be prepared for ShakeAlert was developed by sci- early warning system along the West a catastrophic earthquake,” the rep- entists at Caltech, UC Berkeley, the Coast. resentatives’ letter read. University of Washington and the Called ShakeAlert, the letter An early warning system would University of Oregon. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 December 1, 2016 10 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Mural restoration celebrated CongressSens. Dianne Feinstein includes and provision on militaryGuard members bonuses may have Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.), and “This legislation ... received improper benefits from U.S. Representative Adam Schiff 2004 to 2010. on Hollywood Boulevard (D-Calif.), announced on Nov. 30 will provide relief “The goal was to make it clear that a measure has been included to soldiers who that California National Guard in the National Defense accepted a bonus soldiers won’t be forced to unfair- Authorization Act (NDAA) to per- ly repay bonuses promised for manently halt efforts to recoup or incentive in their service a decade ago and this reenlistment bonuses and benefits good faith.” bill accomplishes that,” Feinstein paid to California National Guard said. “The language in the NDAA soldiers a decade ago. -Congressman Adam Schiff will ensure that the commitments The provision reinforces legis- made by Secretary [Ash] Carter lation that the members of will be honored by the next Congress introduced in November in the future,” Schiff said. “This administration, any money already to require the Pentagon to suspend legislation, which mirrors the bill I repaid will be given back and that all collection efforts and establish introduced with Senators Feinstein the Pentagon will help soldiers a streamlined process to provide and Boxer and which I worked on who face financial hardship fully financial relief for service mem- as a conferee on the NDAA, will recover from this ordeal.” bers. provide relief to soldiers who The language in the NDAA pre- “With only a few days left accepted a bonus or incentive in vents the Army from recouping before Congress leaves town for good faith. I hope that we can funds from service members who the rest of the year, the defense move quickly to provide this well- unknowingly received them. authorization bill introduced will deserved relief so we can help pro- It also requires the Army to ensure that those National Guard vide peace of mind for our service reimburse soldiers who have soldiers who were required to pay members and their families during already repaid the government and back bonuses and benefits they this holiday season.” to notify credit agencies that received in good faith are not the According to the Pentagon, reported the soldiers’ were in debt subject of claw backs both now or nearly 10,000 Army National that the debt was invalid.

photo courtesy of the 13th District Council Office Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, recently celebrated the restoration of the Dolores del Rio mural in Hollywood with artist Alfredo de Batuc. The artist worked with the Social and Public Art More resources sought to fight dead tree fire danger Resource Center and the Hollywood Arts Council to restore and pre- Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif) the growing number of dead trees in infrastructure.” serve the mural at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Hudson has called for aggressive action to our forests,” Feinstein said. Feinstein requested an additional Avenue. The late Mexican actress pictured in the mural is considered remove more than 100 million dead “California has already experienced $38 million from the U.S. the first Latina crossover star in Hollywood film. trees in California that could how extreme drought conditions and Department of Agriculture to fund The project was made possible by funding the councilman identi- increase the odds of a catastrophic unprecedented tree mortality height- 19 projects in high-hazard areas fied when he helped revive the mural ordinance in the city council’s fire season. en the strength and severity of wild- identified by the forest service and Arts, Parks and Los Angeles River Committee. The mural was cov- “Next year’s fire season will be fires.” the governor’s Tree Mortality Task ered with a special coating to prevent damage from graffiti. far more severe if we fail to remove According to the U.S. Forest Force. In response to the request, Service, the mortality rate for trees Secretary of Agriculture Tom in California has grown exponential- Vilsack allocated $11 million for 10 ly since the start of the drought. In projects. Feinstein will call on 2014, the estimated number of dead Vilsack to provide the additional Proposed law will regulate exotic animal shows trees in California was 11 million; in $27 million as soon as possible and Councilman David Ryu, 4th longer in line with our city’s val- Hills parties and similar settings, 2016, the number is estimated at 102 if necessary, will call on the White District, introduced legislation that ues,” Ryu said. poses serious public safety con- million. House to help provide supplemental would prohibit the exhibition of Ryu, citing 5th District cerns to the community. The ani- “This number is alarming and funding. wild or exotic animals for enter- Councilman Paul Koretz’s 2014 mals also suffer from performing serves as an urgent call for swift Several years of severe drought, a tainment or amusement. effort to ban the use of bullhooks, the unnatural acts expected of action,” Feinstein added. “The forest dramatic rise in bark beetle infesta- “Wild and exotic animals have a called on the city attorney to ban them, especially when coerced by cannot naturally handle so many tion and warmer temperatures are long history of being exploited for the use of wild and exotic animals inhumane training techniques. dead trees, which serve only to leading to the increasing rate of tree public and private entertainment. in circuses and other wild or exotic The legislation would also increase the fire risk. We need to mortality. In 2015, Gov. Jerry Treating animals in this manner animal shows altogether, with address the displays of various remove these dead trees, particularly Brown declared a state of emer- has taught generations of people exceptions for conservation and species of snakes, reptiles, birds, in high-hazard areas that pose a high gency due to the unprecedented that it is okay to view wild and research purposes, legitimate and and primates on public sidewalks risk to homes, roads and critical number of dead and dying trees. exotic animals as toys. It is time well-monitored filming, and in Los Angeles, which pose several that the city of Los Angeles take accredited zoos. issues with public safety and ani- action to make clear that exhibiting The usage of wild and exotic mal treatment, according to such animals in this way is no animals, especially in Hollywood Councilman Ryu.

WeHo seeks donations for holiday toy and food drive West Hollywood is seeking Hollywood Toy and Food Drive at the cashier’s window at West donations for its 26th annual Toy provides families with a holiday Hollywood City Hall, 8300 Santa and Food Drive through Friday, meal and two toys for every child. Monica Blvd. and by visiting Dec. 23. Amounts for cash donations vary; www.weho.org. The city and the West Hollywood the cost to help one family is $65, For information, call Bonnie Sheriff’s Station are partnering to or $575 to help 10 families. New Smith at (323)848-6371, or email give to people in need during the unwrapped toys are also needed, as [email protected]. holiday season, with the goal of well as clothing, store coupons and The city is also helping AIDS providing up to 900 families with discount cards. Project Los Angeles (APLA) with meals and gifts. The West Monetary donations can be made its food drive. Donations of non- perishable food and personal hygiene items are sought for people living with HIV/AIDS. Through Friday, Dec. 30, donation bins will be located at West Hollywood City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Blvd. The donations will supplement groceries available through APLA’s Vance North Necessities of Life Program. Non-perishable foods sought include whole-grain cereal, canned meats, canned fruits and vegetables, chicken and vegetable stock, peanut , cooking oils, juices, evaporated milk, coffee and tea. Personal-hygiene items sought include toothpaste, shaving cream, shampoo, mouthwash and femi- nine-hygiene products. photo by Edwin Folven For information and additional Donations for the holiday toy and food drive can be made at West drop-off locations, visit Hollywood City Hall. www.apla.org/fooddrive. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 December 1, 2016 Prices so low they’ll knock your socks off!

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L.A.’s CAO departs city government for new position Sprucin’ things up Mayor Eric Garcetti announced its new CEO. on Wednesday that City “I am grateful for “Upon his appointment in 2009, Administrative Officer (CAO) his years of Miguel Santana remained steadfast in Carthay Circle Miguel Santana will leave the posi- in steering Los Angeles through the tion after seven years. service, and I fiscal crisis of the Great Recession. As CAO, Santana helped main- know the example Since I took office in 2013, he has tain Los Angeles’ fiscal viability. provided wise counsel to me and During a tenure that began in 2009, he set will my colleagues on a variety of issues he has consistently kept spending continue to help of vital importance to the residents on track, managed the city’s debt us manage of this city,” said Councilman carefully and led responsible labor Mitch O'Farrell, 5th District. negotiations that benefited the city Angelenos’ tax “We will miss his willingness to and workers, Garcetti said. dollars...” tackle difficult challenges, his “Keeping our fiscal house in integrity in his keen negotiating order is one of the most important -Mayor Eric Garcetti skills, and his objectivity in prob- responsibilities we have to the peo- lem solving, independent of politi- ple of Los Angeles, and Miguel cal influence.” Santana has done an excellent job plan by passing Proposition HHH guiding that effort,” Garcetti added. in the Nov. 8 election. GROWING YOUR “I am grateful for his years of ser- “It’s been an honor to help our vice, and I know the example he set city overcome difficult economic BUSINESS WITH will continue to help us manage challenges, and seize new opportu- THE CHAMBER OF Angelenos’ tax dollars as effective- nities to improve the quality of life COMMERCE ly and responsibly as possible.” for Angelenos,” Santana said. “I’ve Santana took over as Los been fortunate to work with Mayor by Steven Rosenthal Angeles’ CAO during the Great Garcetti, along with so many other photo courtesy of Councilman Paul Koretz’s office Recession, and helped guide the committed leaders, and I look for- Consumers are more likely to Carthay Circle added six new members to its family. city through tough economic years. ward to continuing my public ser- choose your business over a Councilmember Paul Koretz, 5th District, and the Los Angeles His commitment to stabilizing Los vice in a new role.” competing, non-member busi- Conservation Corps planted six trees on the first median island north Angeles’ finances was critical to Santana will join the Los ness, say experts, because of Fairfax Avenue, on San Vicente Boulevard. moving the city forward, Garcetti Angeles County Fair Association as you’re a member of your local The councilman utilized resources with the Los Angeles said. chamber of commerce. Make Conservation to help plant the new trees that will also be watered for Earlier this year, Santana helped time to join and participate in the three years to ensure they have a good start. develop a $1.8 billion plan to fight homelessness. Voters approved the Greater Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce (GMMCC) and you will find it’s time well spent. When consumers know that a O’Farrell secures funding to improve mobility small business is a member of Los Angeles City Councilman Monica Boulevard next to Ramona community benefits designed to their local chamber of com- Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, Elementary School and a modifica- improve the quality of life and fos- merce, they are 44 percent tion to the current signal at Sunset ter a variety of mobility options for introduced a motion on Tuesday, more likely to think favorably Nov. 29 that transfers $279,900 Boulevard and Rodney Drive to Hollywood residents. The funds from the Hollywood Mobility improve traffic in front of come from local development pro- of the business and 63 percent Trust Fund (HMTF) for several Children’s Hospital. jects. more likely to purchase goods infrastructure improvements that The Los Angeles Department of O’Farrell also recently moved or services from the company will address pedestrian safety and Transportation, Bureau of Street funds to bridge the gap for the in the future, says researchers traffic calming on city streets. Lighting and local stakeholders are Hollywood East/Vermont Medians The Shapiro Group, Inc. and “We need to make Los Angeles involved in each project as well. Project, currently under construc- Market Street Services. safer for people who walk, and The HMTF provides funding for tion. ease traffic congestion where pos- The GMMCC offers numerous sible,” O’Farrell said. “The membership benefits such as improvements will help toward networking with potential cus- these top priorities of mine since tomers and keeping you on top taking office.” Letters to the Editor The improvements include an of important, ever-changing is- upgrade from an activated pedestri- between local residents and the sues and trends within our com- an warning device to a full traffic Thank you for making developers of high-rise residen- munity and local marketplace. signal at Romaine Street and Vine tial buildings, usually supported Your company also has a chance Street next to Vine Street people aware of by the city council. Let’s look at to host a meeting or event. 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Networking notifications in the One, but not the only approach If a company shows that it’s in- Calendar section of the Beverly is to build taller buildings to volved in its local chamber (e.g., Press and Park Labrea News replace small homes and stores. sits on the chamber board, hosts Zoo to hold nearly every month since JNET That’s what so many voters are community events), consumers against – some vociferously so, Hollywood started at Temple are more likely to think that its Israel of Hollywood on May 2. like the Miracle Mile Residential meeting on Association and other nonprofit products stack up better We at JNET Hollywood and against its competition. Temple Israel of Hollywood groups. Instead of wasting time, ener- gratefully appreciate your assis- Attend a meeting/event to learn future tance in helping us promote our gy and money on zoning regula- Business Networking group by tions – always subject to change more about the GMMCC and master plan writing and posting notifications – let’s encourage the developers network with its members. As a The Los Angeles Zoo is in the in the Beverly Press and Park to move their scaled-down con- business owner, you will dis- process of developing a new mas- Labrea News. struction projects to areas that cover more opportunities for ter plan to guide future develop- are not already crowded, as is our growing your business. ment, and members of the public Sharon Lippman community. There are such areas are invited to an informational leadership Committee JNET with large expanses of vacant Join us at our next meeting: meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 Hollywood land – usually in nearby cities. p.m. at the zoo’s Witherbee Temple Israel of Hollywood Provide tax incentives to those Olympia Medical Center Auditorium. developers. Participants will learn about the But then there would be need development process and how to Approach to new for jobs to support the new Thursday, December 8, 2016. get involved. RSVP is required to homeowners and renters in those Call 323-964-5454 attend the meeting by visiting housing needs more areas. Here’s where the city, www.eventbrite.com/e/los-ange- county and state leadership can miraclemilechamber.org les. The zoo is also planning to consideration play a real role. Encourage new launch a website on Dec. 7 about RE New developments in our businesses and factories in those the master plan at www.lazoomas- community areas, and help train the new terplan.org. employees. The Los Angeles Zoo is located George Epstein at 5333 Zoo Drive. For informa- The Beverly Press continues Detroit Street tion, call (323)644-4200, or visit to report on the controversies www.lazoo.org. 14 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Daily Grill becomes Laurel Point,

For years, I used a to meetgreat my place for seafoodorder, he came back with a silver father at The Daily Grill on Laurel fish shaped serving plate with two Canyon on the second floor of the small cheddar and chive buttermilk Laurel Promenade at the corner of biscuits and a greenish spread with Laurel Canyon and Ventura Blvd. It seeds. It’s a housemade green and was a convenient location for the red pepper jelly. two of us to meet. My dad enjoyed Chef Andre Brown has been at sitting in a comfortable booth and Laurel Point for three months. He ordering a bowl of soup with a was a culinary instructor at The Art thick slice of delicious sourdough By Jill Weinlein Institutes in Indiana and a private bread. Every now and then he chef for an Indiana family before splurged and ordered one of their arriving in Los Angeles. iconic pot pies. At the raw bar “undressed” dish- I noticed our favorite haunt Golden lobster traps with lights es are prepared including ahi , closed last year, and wondered hang down from the painted white salmon, hamachi and trio of sashi- what would take its place. beam ceiling illuminating the mi. “Dressed” sushi includes a tem- Fortunately, Grill Concepts, Inc., room. Accent colors are an array of pura sushi roll, crab and hamachi the hospitality company behind blue hues and nautical white ropes roll, spicy tuna and a rainbow roll. The Daily Grill, Grill on the Alley, decorate the long banquette. Our first dish arrived on a wood and Public School gastropubs, ren- The designer cleverly added board with appealing colors and ovated the space into a new hooks underneath the bar for guests textures. The rainbow roll was seafood concept eatery called to hang their purse or shopping made with thinly sliced hamachi, Laurel Point. bag, and convenient plug-in outlets salmon, avocado, crab and tuna. It I recently met my dad there for to charge a cell phone or computer. was fresh and offered a mild flavor photo by Jill Weinlein brunch to see if Laurel Point would Looking over the menu, we profile of the sea. Try the fresh sushi at Laurel Point. The rainbow roll is especially good. be our new meeting spot. There are noticed an array of interesting My father ordered the market tables located outside and inside brunch fare dishes. Unfortunately vegetable frittata served in a small iron cooked mussels and a smoked For heartier plates choose from there is a nautical theme. The floor- they don’t offer soup during cast iron cooking skillet. It was a trout brandade. This is a baked a vegetarian linguine that can be ing is warm wood with white, gray brunch, yet they do prepare a perfectly cooked egg dish, similar French dish similar to a dip made heightened with chicken or grilled and charcoal tiles laid out as fish “chowda” for lunch and dinner. to an omelet with chopped spinach, with smoked trout and olive oil. shrimp; cioppino fish stew; crispy scales near the galley and raw bar. After our server took our drink red peppers, tomatoes and Gruyere It’s served with pickled vegetables fish with waffle fries or a lobster cheese. and grilled bread. pot pie in a puff . The bread is still delicious here. Those seeking a decadent treat Seeking lighter fare there is a They now serve it grilled with a will enjoy the baked oyster lobster and shrimp salad with a black checkerboard pattern on Rockefeller with creamed kale. green goddess dressing and a scal- each side and it comes with a vari- The fishmonger selection on the lop salad with frisee, farro, butter- ety of dishes on the menu, includ- menu includes ruby red trout, King nut squash, pepitas, crispy pro- ing the vegetable frittata. The cou- salmon and Pacific swordfish. sciutto and drizzle of maple vinai- ple sitting next to us were spread- Each of these can be prepared grette dressing. ing warm crab dip made with blue blackened, grilled or served After our brunch, my father said crab, pimento cheese (now the Cantonese style. The fish can also he enjoyed our meal together and new fad in the Los Angeles food be enhanced with a Remoulade made plans to meet me here again scene), and chopped jalapeños on sauce or Tabasco compound but- for lunch to try the soup. the thick grilled bread. ter. Laurel Point offers nautical fun Our server suggested the lobster They also make the requisite and brings the essence of the sea Benedict and returned minutes lobster roll that continues to be a to locals in the San Fernando later with a plate of two slices of popular item in most seafood Valley and Westsiders coming brioche toast layered with large restaurants. The chefs also make a over the hill to meet them. pieces of lobster and topped with Cajun spiced fish sandwich for a During 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Low an ethereal Béarnaise sauce. zip of flavor and heat. Tide time is celebrated on Enjoying our meal, we looked A burger with pimento cheese Monday through Friday, with $1 over the lunch and dinner menus and a K-town chicken sandwich oysters, $5 oyster shooters and $4- photo by Jill Weinlein and noticed a variety of innovative with a Korean barbecue sauce are off wine. $$ 12050 Ventura Blvd. The frittata at Laurel Point is a highlight on the brunch menu. seafood dishes that include cast non-seafood options. Studio City (818)769-6336. 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Kendall’s Brasserie, a traditional RESTAURANT NEWS French brasserie in Downtown Los Wolfgang Puck O+O Sicilian By Jill Weinlein Angeles. Highlights include croque madame, French toast with rum opens CUT Lounge Kitchen & Bar caramelized bananas, and short rib olfgang Puck has opened a ringing a taste of Sicily to hash with two sunny-side-up Chino new lounge at CUT in Santa Monica, executive chef Petrossian benefit Make-A-Wish Valley eggs. Children will enjoy a WBeverly Hills. Terence Leavey joins Band owner Georgi Yaneff offers holiday cookie decorating station CUT as beverage director. modern Sicilian cuisine with a for Meals On Wheels Winter Gala while waiting for Santa. 135 N. Additionally, Puck’s corporate California flair at O+O Sicilian njoy an evening of cocktails and oin Make-A-Wish on Grand Ave. (213)972-7322. executive chef and partner Lee Kitchen & Bar. Yaneff worked caviar at Petrossian on Sunday, Wednesday, Dec. 7 to honor Hefter and head chef Ari Rosenson with chef Jose Andres at SLS Hotel EDec. 4 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with an JOscar-nominated actor Robert have named Hilary Henderson as and The Bazaar in Beverly Hills art exhibit and auction from Downey, Jr., talent manager Petite baker class chef de cuisine and Angela Tong as and Washington D.C. Guests can Denenberg Fine Arts. Tickets are Scooter Braun and the Los Angeles . The restaurant seats 60 enjoy handcrafted cocktails and $128 per person and benefit St. Kings. The special night includes a at the Montage guests and features a vintage glasses of wine on tap or order Vincent Meals on Wheels’ cocktail hour, dinner, performance Negroni cart pushed tableside serv- from an extensive wine list of Christmas Triple Match Campaign. by Grammy-nominated singer Tori Beverly Hills ing custom and classic versions of Italian and California varietals. Each cocktail party ticket sale Kelly, and silent and live auctions. nroll children ages five-12 in an the signature cocktail. New menu Start with puppetto (meatballs), allows Meals On Wheels to deliver Proceeds help the nonprofit grant interactive class on items include seafood dishes, curry crudo (raw fish) and cutto (appetiz- meals to seniors in need through wishes for children with life-threat- ESaturday, Dec. 10 and Saturday, beef puff plus CUT favorites like ers). The menu features arancini Valentine’s Day. Cocktails, caviar, ening medical conditions in Los Dec. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American wagyu steak skewers and classico, pizza alla pistachio and bubbly and small bites will be Angeles. Tickets start at $500. 6215 Montage Beverly Hills. Executive bone marrow toast with oxtail mar- eggplant parmigiana. The restau- served. Visit wwww.fundraise.stvi- Sunset Blvd. (310)788-9474, chef Patrice Martineau and execu- malade. CUT is open 6 to 10 p.m., rant is open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 centmow.org. 321 N. Robertson www.la.wish.org/gala. tive pastry chef Romain Lenoir Monday through Thursday; 6 to 11 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; Blvd. (310)271-6300. invite children into their pastry p.m., Friday; 5:30 to 11 p.m., 11:30 a.m. to midnight, Friday and shop. Learn how to decorate holi- Saturday. 9500 Wilshire Blvd. Saturday. 1705 Ocean Ave. Kendall’s Brasserie day-themed cookies and treats, and (310)276-8500. (424)272-8700. enjoy lunch with the chefs. Breakfast with Santa Students will take home baked goods, a signature apron, hat and hef Jean Pierre Bosc offers Check out our culinary certificate. The cost is $85 breakfast with Santa on per child. Email Angela Glass at Saturday, Dec. 10 and Sunday, Dec. Holiday Dining Guide C [email protected]. 225 11 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at N. Canon Drive. (310)860-5848. publishing Dec. 8-22.

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An unknown male suspect com- Nov. 20 Nov. 24 mitted a burglary in the 8400 block of Gregory Way. At 2:28 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10:45 a.m., an unknown sus- OLICE LOTTER assaulted a victim near the corner pect robbed a victim in the 900 P B A grand theft was reported in the of Hollywood and La Palmas. block of Fifth Avenue. 9700 block of Wilshire. The male suspect was approximately 6-feet An unknown suspect committed a The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Nov. 21 tall and 180 pounds. The loss was petty theft in the 1100 block of La areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between estimated at $1,650. Brea at 11 a.m. Nov. 10 and Nov. 27. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los pect committed a vehicle burglary near the corner of Yucca and At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles West Hollywood Wilcox. committed a petty theft in the 1300 County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and Sheriff’s Station block of N. Vista. the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Nov. 21 cle parked near the corner of Sixth An unknown suspect committed a 8600 block of Wilshire. No further and Curson at 9 a.m. vehicle burglary in the 8300 block Beverly Hills information was provided. At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect of W. Fourth at 4 p.m. Police Department committed a burglary in the 600 At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown male suspect com- block of N. Croft. committed a petty theft in the 6500 At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 900 Nov. 10 mitted a burglary in the 700 block block of W. Sunset. of N. Bedford Drive. The loss was An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of N. Western. An unknown suspect committed a estimated at $2,000. tim in the 1000 block of Vista at 6 An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 300 block of S. p.m. burglary in the 600 block of N. petty theft in the 6200 block of Clark Drive. No further information A grand theft was reported in the Croft. Hollywood at 7:15 p.m. was provided. 8700 block of Wilshire. The loss At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect was estimated at $5,000. stole a vehicle parked in the 300 At 10:20 a.m., an unknown sus- At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown female suspect com- block of Robertson. pect committed a vehicle burglary stole a vehicle parked in the 400 mitted a grand theft in the 9500 A burglary was reported in the in the 800 block of S. Muirfield. block of S. Burnside. block of Wilshire. The loss was 1000 block of Loma Vista Drive. Nov. 22 estimated at $5,690. The loss was estimated at An unknown suspect committed a $101,000. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 5200 block of An unknown suspect robbed a vic- stole a bicycle in the 1200 block of Melrose at 7:20 p.m. tim in the 4100 block of W. Fifth at Nov. 12 An unknown female suspect com- La Brea. 11:50 p.m. An unknown male suspect com- mitted a grand theft in the 9500 Nov. 22 mitted a grand theft in the 9700 block of Wilshire. The loss was An unknown suspect committed a Nov. 25 block of Wilshire. The loss was estimated at $940. vehicle burglary in the 1500 block At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 7:30 a.m., an unknown suspect estimated at $2,470. of S. Bedford at 5 p.m. committed a vehicle burglary near Nov. 18 the corner of Sunset and Vine. committed a burglary in the 200 At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Lucerne. Nov. 13 An unknown male suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a 7100 block of Santa Monica. burglary in the 6300 block of An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect committed a assaulted a victim in the 400 block Melrose at 6 a.m. tim near the corner of Fifth Avenue grand theft in the 200 block of S. of S. Beverly Drive. The suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a and Eight at 9:05 a.m. Doheny Drive. The loss was esti- was approximately 5-feet-10-inch- victim in the 1200 block of La Brea At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect mated at $1,080. es tall and 175 pounds. at 7:30 p.m. committed a burglary in the 400 At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect An identity theft was reported in block of N. Alfred. committed a vehicle burglary in the Nov. 14 the 400 block of S. La Peer Drive. Nov. 23 5000 block of Melrose. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a At 2:19 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 7200 block of W. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 400 block of S. grand theft in the 200 block of committed a petty theft in the 8300 Sunset. burglary in the 600 block of N. Roxbury Drive. The loss was esti- Moreno Drive. The loss was esti- block of Santa Monica. Spaulding at 11:55 a.m. mated at $3,050. mated at $1,200. At 1:10 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- committed a petty theft in the 5400 At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- An unknown male suspect com- Two unknown suspects, one cle parked in the 1200 block of N. block of Wilshire. pect committed a petty theft in the mitted a grand theft in the 9500 female and the other male, com- Orange at 8:30 p.m. 400 block of S. Western. block of Wilshire. The suspect was mitted a grand theft in the 300 An unknown suspect committed a approximately 37 years old, 5- block of N. Rodeo Drive. The burglary in the 400 block of S. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- feet-8-inches tall and 190 pounds. Nov. 24 female suspect was approximately Norton at 1:45 a.m. cle parked near the corner of The loss was estimated at $1,070. 5-feet-1-inches tall. The male sus- At 1:35 a.m., an unknown suspect Eighth and Orange Grove at 1 pect was approximately 5-feet-9- assaulted a victim in the 8300 At 8:50 p.m., an unknown suspect p.m. A burglary was reported in the inches tall. The loss was estimat- 9300 block of Wilshire. The male block of Sunset. robbed a victim near the corner of ed at $1,340. At 3:40 p.m., an unknown suspect suspect was approximately 5-feet- De Longpre and Wilcox. stole a vehicle parked in the 1800 8-inches tall and 150 pounds. The An unknown suspect burglarized a block of N. Cahuenga. loss was estimated at $500. Nov. 19 vehicle parked in the 1000 block of An unknown suspect robbed a vic- N. Curson at 10 p.m. tim near the corner of Saint An unknown suspect committed a An unknown female suspect Andrews and Rosewood at 8:40 An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 100 block of S. assaulted a victim in the 200 block At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect p.m. vehicle burglary in the 200 block of Almont Drive. The loss was esti- of S. Beverly Drive. The suspect burglarized a vehicle parked near Detroit at 5 p.m. mated at $160. was approximately 24 years old, the corner of Hilldale and Santa At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect 5-feet-3-inches tall and 110 Monica. stole a vehicle parked in the 600 Nov. 26 A burglary was reported in the 400 pounds. block of S. Dunsmuir. block of N. Palm Drive. The loss Nov. 25 At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect was estimated at $100. An unknown male suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 6300 assaulted a victim in the 200 block At 2:45 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle burglary in the 400 block of block of Hollywood. of S. Beverly Drive. The suspect assaulted a victim near the corner N. Ardmore at 9:15 p.m. Nov. 15 was approximately 49 years old, of Robertson and Santa Monica. An unknown suspect committed a 6-feet-4-inches tall and 165 At 10:30 p.m., an unknown suspet vehicle burglary near the corner of An unknown male suspect com- pounds. mitted a burglary in the 400 block An unknown suspect stole a vehi- committed a petty theft in the 6700 Curson and Beverly at 5 a.m. of S. Camden Drive. The suspect cle parked in the 1200 block of N. block of W. Sunset. An identity theft was reported in Sweetzer at 1 p.m. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect was approximately 5-feet-11-inch- the 400 block of N. Rexford Drive. es tall and 175 pounds. committed a theft in the 6700 block Nov. 23 of Yucca. Three unknown suspects, two Los Angeles Police At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect An identity theft was reported in female and one male, committed a stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 An unknown suspect committed a the 600 block of S. Canon Drive. burglary in the 400 block of N. Department block of Cole. petty theft in the 5500 block of Rodeo Drive. One female suspect Wilshire at 5:20 p.m. A burglary was reported in the 200 was approximately 5-feet-2-inches Nov. 19 block of S. Palm. No further infor- An unknown suspect committed a tall, while the other was 5-feet tall. At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect mation was provided. At 12:05 a.m., an unknown sus- vehicle burglary in the 200 block of The male suspect was approxi- stole a vehicle parked near the mately 5-feet-6-inches tall. The pect committed a vehicle burglary S. La Brea at 11 a.m. An unknown female suspect com- corner of Gramercy and Ninth. loss was estimated at $3,230. in the 1500 block of N. Bronson. mitted a grand theft in the 9300 At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a block of Olympic. The loss was An unknown suspect assaulted a A grand theft was reported in the committed a petty theft in the 800 petty theft in the 1600 block of N. estimated at $15,000. victim in the 4700 block of Melrose 300 block of N. Rodeo Drive. block of N. Las Palmas. Sycamore at 8:36 p.m. at 4:50 a.m. Nov. 16 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Nov. 20 At 12:45 p.m., an unknown sus- tim near the corner of Lexington Nov. 27 An identity theft was reported in pect committed a burglary in the and Western at 3 p.m. the 200 block of N. Rodeo Drive. A burglary was reported in the 400 6200 block of Willoughby. At 11:50 a.m., an unknown sus- block of Maple Drive. The loss was At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect pect stole a vehicle parked in the An unknown male suspect com- estimated at $130. An unknown suspect committed a committed a grand theft in the 1400 block of S. Wilton. mitted a burglary in the 600 block petty theft in the 6100 block of of Arden Drive. The loss was esti- 6300 block of Lexington. An unknown suspect committed a Melrose at 3:40 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- mated at $17,850. burglary in the 300 block of S. Le cle parked near the corner of Doux Road. The loss was estimat- At 8:10 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a An identity theft was reported in vehicle burglary in the 1400 block Hollywood and McCadden at 2 ed at $4,000. assaulted a victim near the corner p.m. the 300 block of N. Canon Drive. of Beverly and The Grove. of N. Mansfield at 10 p.m. A burglary was reported in the 300 At 3:20 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Le Doux Road. The An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a Nov. 17 robbed a victim in the 6100 block loss was estimated at $570. vehicle burglary in the 1700 block petty theft in the 300 block of S. A burglary was reported in the of Whitley at 11 p.m. Gramercy at 11 p.m. of W. Sunset. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 December 1, 2016

Enchanted Forest at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada lights up the season escanso Gardens is transformed into one of the best nightly holiday light shows in Southern California through Jan. 8. Visitors can stroll through eight festive areas along a one-mile path. DEach garden features colorful and interactive shows illuminating ancient trees, sprawling lawns and the 50-year-old Japanese Garden. Dine at master chef Joachim Splichal’s newest destination, Maple. The restaurant is open for brunch and dinner service nightly from 5 to 10 p.m. The special menu features classic winter dishes along with garden-fresh cocktails, craft beer and wine. Chef Mark Salazar uses seasonal herbs from the botanical gardens and market-fresh ingredients for his menu. Starter highlights include winter squash salad; jumbo poached shrimp cocktail and creamy spinach, artichoke and lump crab dip blended with melted gruyere cheese and served with freshly toasted bread. Entrées include mesquite grilled hanger steak with fresh rosemary chimichurri; herb crusted salmon on cranberry with braised greens and juniper berry butter sauce; osso buco with creamy polenta; roasted free range chicken glazed with grain sauce; and Yukon gold cheesy potato gratin with sautéed rapini. The menu also includes puffed pastry chicken pot pie. Cinderella pumpkin tarts, Empire apple tarts with brown butter streusel and chocolate bread pudding with bourbon caramel sauce are available for . Children’s options are also available. Make reservations for an enchanted dinner at Maple when purchasing tickets to “Enchanted: Forest of Light” by visiting www.descansogardens.com. 1418 Descanso Drive. (818)864-6435. photo coutesy of Descanso Gardens

LACMA announces new Mellon fellows The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has announced a third class of fellows for The Andrew W. Mellon Undergraduate Curatorial Fellowship Program. The fellowship provides special- ized training in the curatorial field to minority students and undergrad- uates who are committed to pro- moting inclusive museums. The students begin their fellowships this fall. The program is a partnership between LACMA, the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) and The Nelson- Atkins Museum of Art. Fellows will participate in The Andrew W. Mellon Undergraduate Curatorial Fellowship Program as undergraduates, with the goal of continuing their education during graduate work. The two-year fel- lowship provides students with hands-on experience in a museum, assisting curators and staff on exhi- bitions, collections and programs. Fellows are matched with a mentor to increase exposure to the museum while broadening each fellow’s understanding of art and art history. Fellowships include regular engagement during the academic school year followed by full-time engagement during summer. The fellows at LACMA are Lauren Churchwell, of Pitzer College, who will be paired with mentor Megan O’Neil, associate curator in Art of the Ancient Americas; and Hope Flores, from East Los Angeles College, who will be paired with Carol S. Eliel, cura- tor of Modern Art. “LACMA is thrilled to welcome the third class of fellows to the pro- gram,” said Michael Govan, LACMA CEO and Wallis Annenberg director. “We are com- mitted to telling stories that reflect all cultures and worldviews, and we are excited to train the next genera- tion of curators who will inspire audiences of all backgrounds.” LACMA is located at 5905 Wilshire Blvd. For information, call (323)857-6000, or visit www.lacma.org.

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Stratford students collaborate for ‘Hour of Code’ Stratford School students in Los Angeles and San Jose will combine their coding and creative skills dur- ing the annual “Hour of Code” event on Friday, Dec. 9 a 1:30 p.m. photo by Edwin Folven The event connects two class- rooms hundreds of miles away with video conferencing and collabora- tive programming tools. Middle schoolers at Stratford School’s San Explore the stars at Observatory’s photo courtesy of Congressman Ted Lieu’s Office Jose campus will mentor preschool- ers at the Melrose campus. ‘All Space Considered’ series Stratford School is pleased to Griffith Observatory will hold its monthly “All Space Considered” free participate in the global “Hour of Beverly Hills student takes honors public lecture on Friday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m., in the Leonard Nimoy Event Code” event, which was created to Horizon theater. The program provides the public with an in-depth explo- give students an opportunity to ration of some of the most talked-about subjects in astronomy, space sci- learn more about computer science. in Congressional App Challenge ence and space exploration. The program on Dec. 2 will cover “The Return Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles) recently announced the 33rd It also helps improve problem-solv- Congressional District winners of the 2016 Congressional App Challenge – of the Arctic Seas,” “The Once and Future Astronaut Suit,” “Solar System ing skills, logic and creativity. Tens Weather Reports” and the “December Sky Report.” a nationwide competition held from July 18 to Nov. 2 to engage student cre- of millions of students are expected ativity and promote participation in computer science and coding. The Griffith Observatory is located at 2800 E. Observatory Road, in to participate in the “Hour of Code” Griffith Park. For information, visit www.griffithobservatory.org. The first-place winner was Lane Karlitz (left), a resident of Palos Verdes around the world. Estates who attends Palos Verdes High School, and the second-place win- Stratford School’s Melrose cam- ner was Beverly Hills resident Jayden Bulexa, who attends Beverly Vista pus is located at 1200 N. Cahuenga Middle School. The winners are pictured with Congressman Lieu. Blvd. For information, Call Established by members of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013, (323)962-3075, or visit www.strat- the nationwide contest allows students to compete against their peers by fordschools.com. creating an “app” for mobile, tablet or computer devices. “As one of just four computer science majors in Congress, I believe it is essential to encourage and nurture a generation of technology savvy students who will continue to innovate our economy and advance our technological edge,” Lieu said. “The App Challenge provides young students throughout my district an opportunity to pursue their creative and technical talents.” The district winners will be featured at www.CongressionalAppChallenge.us, and the national winner will be selected on Dec. 7. The national winner’s app will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol.

photo courtesy of Friends of Greystone Enjoy holiday caroling at Doheny Greystone Mansion The Friends of Greystone presents “Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers” on Sunday, Dec. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Doheny Greystone Mansion. Carolers will perform holiday favorites in the mansion’s grand living room. The performance is followed by a dessert buffet. Guests can meet the performers and shop in the Friends of Greystone Gift Shop. Guests are also welcome to tour the first floor of the mansion. Established in 1989, the Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers’ popularity grows every year. The group’s repertoire includes beloved holiday songs, from sacred to secular, traditional to contemporary and classical to jazz. The Friends of Greystone is a nonprofit organization founded in 2001 whose mission is to raise funds to restore, preserve and protect the Doheny Greystone Estate, owned by the city of Beverly Hills. The group also pro- vides educational programs for students, Beverly Hills residents and the public. All funds raised benefit the Doheny Greystone Estate. The Doheny Greystone Mansion is located at 905 Loma Vista Drive. For information, call (310)286-0119, or visit www.greystonemansion.org. Public schools eligible for funds fromMore than antitrust 8,000 California settlement public schools and districts are eligible to share $11.9 million in the latest round of Education Technology K–12 Voucher Program funding, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced on Tues., Nov. 29. Funds are available through a 2003 antitrust settlement agreement between Microsoft Corporation and California consumers and businesses. “These funds have improved our students’ education by allowing California to wire our classrooms, modernize instruction, successfully give online tests to 3.1 million students, and make progress in closing the digital divide,” Torlakson said. “I encourage all eligible schools and districts to apply for these technology funds.” These funds are the fifth distribution of the Microsoft settlement funds. The first four distributions, in 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2015, totaled more than $470 million. The list of eligible and potentially eligible schools and districts is available on the California Department of Education Web site at www.cde.ca.gov. Under the terms of the settlement, these funds are to be used to assist K- 12 districts to acquire and support education technology that improves teaching and student achievement. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 December 1, 2016

TreeThe Pasadenalighting Playhouse sets willglisteningMarionettes andstage Alex Newell,at ‘A ofCinderelladirector of the PasadenaChristmas’ Playhouse. launch “A Cinderella Christmas” “Glee.” Special guests include “A Cinderella Christmas” also with a special tree lighting celebra- Assemblyman Chris Holden and his stars Morgan Fairchild as Baroness tion on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m. wife Melanie Caldwell-Holden, and Hardup, and Alex Newell as the at the playhouse. “A Cinderella Lauren Taylor (pictured), who stars Fairy God Person. Showtimes are Christmas,” a Lythgoe Family as Cinderella in “A Cinderella 7:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; Production, runs from Thursday, Christmas.” noon, 4 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday; Dec. 8 through Jan. 8. “I can’t think of a better way to noon and 4 p.m., Sunday. Special The tree lighting celebration is usher in the holiday season with a matinees are at 3 p.m. on selected hosted by Ben Giroux, of CW’s tree lighting celebration before next dates. The Pasadena Playhouse is “Hart of Dixie,” and includes perfor- week’s opening of our production of located at 39 South El Molino Ave. mances by Dawnn Lewis, of “A ‘A Cinderella Christmas,’” said Call (626)356-7529, or visit Different World,” The Bob Baker Danny Feldman, producing artistic www.PasadenaPlayhouse.org.

photo by F. Scott Schafer Dreamy White Christmas at Pantages

photo by Jeremy Daniel Irving Berlin’s holiday classic “White Christmas” opened Tuesday night at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood with the sounds and sights of the season. There is nothing like perfectly synchronized tap dancing to put you in the holiday spirit! Sean Montgomery steps into the role of the Bob Wallace while Jeremy Benton takes on the role of Phil Davis. Joining them is the dynamic duo Kerry Conte as Betty Haynes and Kelly Sheehanas Judy Haynes. Lorna Luft reprises the role of Martha Watson with Conrad John Schuck as General Waverly. Catch the show before the snow melts - it’s only here through Dec. 4. Tickets can be purchased at www.HollywoodPantages.com or www.Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (800)982-2787. The Pantages Theatre is located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood.

photo courtesy of LACC

L.A.The LosChildren’s Angeles Children’s Chorus Chorus (LACC)comes will to hold Pasadena its 2016 “Winter Concert,” featuring classical and holiday music, at 7 p.m. on Dec. 4 and 11 at Pasadena Presbyterian Church. Highlights of the chorus’s set include Bach’s “Sheep May Safely Graze,” “Et exultavit” from Vivaldi’s “Magnificat,” “Deo Gracias” from Britten’s “Ceremony of Carols,” and “Hymn to the Waters” and “Hymn to the Dawn” from Holst’s “Rig Veda.” Anne Tomlinson, the chorus’s artistic director, conducts the Concert Choir and Chamber Singers. Associate artistic director Mandy Brigham leads the Intermediate Choir, Diana Landis leads the Apprentice Choir, and Steven Kronauer conducts the Young Men’s Ensemble. LACC serves over 400 children ages six to 18 from 50 communities. It performs with organizations such as LA Opera, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Pasadena Symphony and POPS, Calder Quartet and Jacaranda. Tickets start at $13; tickets for children 17 and under are half price. Pasadena Presbyterian Church is located at 585 E. Colorado Blvd. For tickets and information, visit www.lachildrenschorus.org or call (626)793-4231. 20 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Heihei (Alan Tudyk), an incredibly stupid rooster, Moana seeks out Maui, who must defeat Te Ka and ‘Moana’ sails above other return Te Fiti’s heart. If only she knew just how much of a pill a con- Disney films ceited demigod can be. Remember when Disney finally This is the kind of polished, com- created a princess film featuring a plex musical film Walt Disney black lead? Then she spent the On Screen Animation Studios took forever to majority of the film as a frog. Most WITH finally make. If “Frozen” was the of Walt’s efforts to usher a homoge- beginning of something new for the nous company into a multicultural TIM POSADA studio – a truly amazing digital ani- photo courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures future are one step forward, one mation film – “Moana” is a perfect- step remaining the same, like ed product. The singing doesn’t Maui and Moana are the central characters in “Moana,” a new Disney “Frozen’s” move away from prince As a millennium went by, fewer stop, nor does it feel out of place. film about the adventures of a princess from Hawaii. charming while the leading female people believed in the stories of And come the final act, the music characters remain Barbie-figure old, fearing what they could not doesn’t vanish, like it does in Certainly, “Frozen” has some Hero 6.” Somebody wanted this thin. control. But young Moana Waialiki “Frozen.” At the climax of the enjoyable music, but only two film done right. It worked. And “Moana,” a Hawaiian princess (Auli’i Cravalho) always felt the story, we get a reprise. songs truly stand out. In “Moana,” let’s not forget screenwriter Jared film, breaks the cycle. It’s both a call of the ocean and its many mys- Music is key here. To make it’s hard to pick one over the oth- Bush, who also wrote and co- fantastic film, reminding us once teries. Too bad her village has strict something authentic that also has ers. They’re all constantly enjoy- directed “Zootopia” earlier this more how Disney can capture large rules about that: never venture into broad appeal – a nightmarish com- able, from Carvalho’s emotional year. audiences and critics alike, and the deep blue. Only danger awaits. bination – apparently the answer is performance of “How Far I’ll Go” Disney has failed in many deliver an enriching cultural experi- So Moana keeps her feet on solid to hire a breakout Broadway star, a to “Shiny,” performed by Jemaine attempts at diversity. Stereotypes, ence. There’s a sentence I never ground, content with her “provin- leader of a South Pacific musical Clement, who plays an enormous, whitewashing, gender subordina- thought I’d say. cial life,” to borrow Belle’s com- group and a longtime Disney con- narcissistic crab. tion and a crow named Jim in Legend states demigod Maui plaint. Moana will be the chief one tributor. Meet your dream team: Four directors are attached to the “Dumbo” – this is a company with (voiced by Dwayne Johnson) once day, so she must learn to lead, Lin-Manuel Miranda, the braintrust film. Leading the pack are the a lot to answer for. “Moana” stole the heart of ancient goddess putting aside what she wants for the behind “Hamilton”; Opetaia Foa’i, same duo, Ron Clements and John doesn’t erase that troubled history, Te Fiti. But in that moment, another sake of the greater good. songwriter for the Oceanic group Musker, who helmed “Aladdin,” but it does prove that a company being, Te Ka, appeared, defeating Alas, the curse of Te Fiti’s down- Te Vaka; and Mark Mancina, a vet- “The Little Mermaid” and can do more than tell the same old Maui. Once a hero of humanity, fall spreads to their village, so eran composer who worked on “Hercules,” while the other duo story. Now, if some of those direc- Maui would only be remembered Moana decides that the greater music for “Tarzan” and “The Lion who co-directed, Don Hall and tors and writers could be just as as an antagonist whose actions good and her personal desire to sail King.” Chris Williams, brought us “Big diverse as this story. resulted in a cursed island that are in alignment. With the help of began to poison all other islands in the ocean, which became fond of its wake. her when she was just a child, and NOW LEASING YOUR NEW HOME

photo courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures The title character embarks on a dangerous mission to save the people of her island in Disney’s “Moana.”

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6200 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036 877.652.3292 • www.parklabrea.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 December 1, 2016 CITY OF Ballet presents WEST HOLLYWOOD its annual PUBLIC NOTICE performance of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Lost loved ones commemorated Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to con- sider the following item: ‘TheThe Marat Nutcracker’ Daukayev Ballet on World AIDS Day Theatre, located at 731 S. La Brea LOCATIONS: 1125 N. KINGS ROAD, Ave., presents its 16th annual pro- West Hollywood, California duction of “The Nutcracker” on Dec. 3, 4, 10 and 11 at California REQUEST: State University’s Luckman Applicant is requesting a condominium Theatre. subdivision for a ten-unit, four-story resi- The eight performances will fea- dential building currently under construc- ture over 130 dancers ranging in tion. age from six to 19. International ballet stars Maria Kochetkova and PERMIT(S): Subdivision Permit, and any other Vitor Luis will join the cast in the roles of Sugar Plum and Prince, required permits. respectively, in the last perfor- mance on Dec. 11. APPLICANT(S): Michelle Sadighpour “The Nutcracker showcases the talents of the dedicated dancers at TIME/PLACE Thursday, December 15, 2016 our School,” said Marat Daukayev, OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. artistic director and co-founder of West Hollywood Park Public Meeting the school. “Our program has trained students to pursue profes- Room – Council Chambers sional careers in dance, and many 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard graduates go on to careers at top West Hollywood, CA 90069 international companies.” Dr. Kathy Grovit-Ferbas of UCLA was shown in the Dec. 3, 2003 Showtimes are Saturday, Dec. 3 issue of the Park Labrea News and Beverly Press at a conference on ZONES: R4B (Residential, Multi-Family High at 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 4 at Density) HIV/AIDS that coincided with World AIDS Day, which is observed 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Saturday, each year on Dec. 1. Grovit-Ferbas said medical experts were expe- Dec. 10 at 2 and 7 p.m.; and riencing success at the time in developing treatments and were opti- Sunday, Dec. 11 at 11:30 a.m. and ENVIRONMENTAL mistic that new drugs would help people diagnosed with HIV/AIDS 4:30 p.m. Tickets start at $42. The STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions live longer. However, she expressed concerns about the continued Luckman Theatre is located at 5151 of the California Environmental Quality spread of HIV/AIDS, and called for more preventative measures. State University Drive. For ticekts World AIDS Day is being observed today at events in Beverly Hills Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15332 and information, visit www.brown- (In-Fill Development Projects) and West Hollywood. For information, see page 1. papertickets.com. The staff report will be available on Thursday, December 8, 2016, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org GamersThe TCL Chinese to Theatre converge will on TCL Chinese Theatre welcome the best players of IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be Vainglory, a popular mobile videogame, as they compete in the limited to raising only those issues you or someone else game’s first World Championships raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or from Friday, Dec. 2 to Sunday, Dec. in the written correspondence delivered to the West 4. The live event will be the first Hollywood Planning Commission, via the Community video game competition held at the Development Department at, or prior to, the Public venue. Hearing. The competition will also stream on Twitch (Twitch.tv/Vainglory). “This is an amazing opportunity To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of for us to bring yet another form of 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be avail- cutting-edge entertainment to the able for checkout at the meeting. If you require special most famous movie venue on the assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer planet,” said Alwyn Hight Kushner, for the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your TCL Chinese Theatre president and chief operating officer. request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) Vainglory is a multi-player game 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The developed and published by Super City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848- Evil Megacorp for iOS and 6496. Android devices. In the game, two teams of three players each go photo courtesy of Twitch Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- head-to-head in a capture-the-flag portation) may be provided upon written request to the style competition. In the World Championships, teams from North been home to so many incredible some of the best competitive gam- Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the America, Europe, , Korea, moments in entertainment,” said ing talent to this prestigious meeting. For information on public transportation, call Japan, South America and Kristian Segerstrale, chief operat- venue.” 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to Southeast Asia will compete ing officer and executive director at TCL Chinese Theatre is located www.metro.net against each other. Super Evil Megacorp. “We’ll be at 6925 Hollywood Blvd. For infor- “The TCL Chinese Theatre has making more history by bringing mation, call (323)461-3331. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to express their opinion in this mat- ter. Museum hosts annual ‘Contenders’ film screenings For further information contact Jennifer Alkire, AICP, The Hammer Museum will host art-house movies. Villeneuve on Wednesday, Dec. 7 Senior Planner, in the Community Development “The Contenders,” a 10-day The series will open on Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m.; “Lion” with lead actor Department at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: screening of recently released films with a showing of “Loving,” which Dev Patel on Thursday, Dec. 8 at [email protected] from Thursday, Dec. 1 through 15. tells the story of interracial couple 7:30 p.m.; and “Into the Inferno” The screenings, organized by The Richard and Mildred Loving, who with director Werner Herzog on Museum of Modern Art, also helped pave the way for marriage Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. include conversations with direc- equality. Screenings for Dec. 6, 12, 14 and Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk tors and actors. The next night’s screening will 15 will be announced on the Now in its ninth year, the series be “Nocturnal Animals,” with Hammer’s website. showcases films that may achieve director Tom Ford. Tickets are $12; $8 for Hammer lasting historical significance. Other screenings announced members and are available at the Curators in MoMA’s Department include “Manchester by the Sea” Hammer Museum’s Billy Wilder Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- of Film choose from mainstream with director Kenneth Lonergan on Theater Box Office, 10899 екта. Для дополнительной информации movies, independent films, foreign- Monday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m.; Wilshire Blvd., and online at ham- на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. language films, documentaries and “Arrival” with director Denis mer.ucla.edu. 22 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

mances of Norway’s Det Andre Teatret’s shows “Almost Ibsen” and “When They Met and Throw American Ballet Theatre holds Winterfest“Winterfest,” a five-day features festival through best Saturday, in Dec. improv 10 at the Away,” Tickets range from free to showcasing some of the best genre Impro Studio in Los Feliz Village. $15; $90 for festival passes. The and narrative improv comedy from The festival features 18 shows, over Impro Studio is located at 1727 N. holidayAmerican Balletbenefit Theatre inengagements Beverly in Hills Southern the United States and around the 75 performers and improv work- Vermont Ave., Ste. 208. (323)401- (ABT) will hold its annual California, including “The world, runs from Tuesday, Dec. 6 shops. Highlights include perfor- 6162, www.improtheatre.com. “Holiday Benefit” dinner and per- Nutcracker” and Ratmansky’s formance on Monday, Dec. 5 at “Whipped Cream,” a new full- the Beverly Hilton Hotel. length production set to a score by The evening will feature a spe- Richard Strauss. cial performance by the ABT, “As America’s National Ballet CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD including principal dancers Stella Company, we welcome the oppor- Abrera, Misty Copeland, Gillian tunity to bring dance to the coun- Murphy, Cory Stearns and James try and American dance to the PUBLIC NOTICE Whiteside in scenes from the world,” artistic director Kevin company’s repertoire. The perfor- McKenzie said. “We especially NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will mance will be followed by dinner look forward to our return to Los hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: and dessert with the dancers. Angeles and Southern California The “Holiday Benefit” perfor- where we are so warmly received. mance will include excerpts from This year’s ‘Holiday Benefit’ will LOCATIONS: 9015 SUNSET BOULEVARD, West Hollywood, California choreographer Benjamin Mille- continue to support our work and pied’s “Daphnis and Chloe,” ABT’s ongoing educational pro- REQUEST: Applicant is requesting removal of an existing, legally non-conform- Alexei Ratmansky’s “The grams.” Nutcracker” and “The Sleeping Tickets are $1,000. The Beverly ing double-sided roof-mounted sign and installation of a freestand- Beauty,” and scenes from classics Hilton Hotel is located at 9876 ing, double-sided, 14’ x 48’ vertical billboard situated atop a new cre- like “Romeo and Juliet” and “Don Wilshire Blvd. For information, ative pole. The proposed billboard is 89’-5” in height, as measured Quixote.” Additionally, the call Lauran Huff at (310)201- “Holiday Benefit” will preview 5033 ext. 3, or email from the sidewalk to the top of the billboard. ABT’s upcoming performance [email protected]. PERMIT(S): Billboard Permit, Development Agreement, Zone Map Amendment, and any other required permits. by Myles Mellor Crossword Puzzle APPLICANT(S): Ace Outdoor Advertising

TIME/PLACE Thursday, December 15, 2016 OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Council Chambers 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard West Hollywood, CA 90069

ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan)

ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Mitigated Negative Declaration

The staff report will be available on Thursday, December 8, 2016, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, Across 2. Sicilian volcano 1. Olympic gold for example 3. Speaker’s place or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning 6. Mamas and Papas’ day 4. Series opener Commission, via the Community Development Department at, or prior to, the 9. Anniversary, e.g. 5. Antibodies Public Hearing. 13. Europe’s “boot” 6. Sweater eater 14. Mongolian desert 7. They’re blown in the winds 15. A bad sign 8. Rain cloud To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening 16. Uses scissors 9. Drawbacks 17. Physics class topic 10. Frenzied Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require special 18. Blue dye 11. Beverage often served with 19. It’s been deposited assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing impaired), 22. “Gimme ___!” (start of an Iowa lemon you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at 12. Purpose State cheer) (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the 23. Phoeix five 14. Hood’s gun 24. Make a selection 20. Saltpeter hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. 27. Simple earring 21. Prank 30. Stationary 24. “Against all ___” 33. Job for a plumber 25. Original: Prefi Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provided 35. Wanders 26. Floor installer upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the 37. Bonehead 28. Celestial bear 39. Cash components 29. ___ Malfoy, bully in Harry Potter meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO 42. Bargain books (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net 43. Medicinal berry 31. Pillowcase, e.g. 44. ___ good example 32. Kind of ticket 45. Black and white whales 34. Appeasing ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to 47. Grimm figure 36. Nylon boo-boo express their opinion in this matter. 49. Negative alternative 38. Defunct ruler 50. City on the Skunk River 40. “Remember the _____!” 52. It’s the law 41. British physicist For further information contact Adrian Gallo, Associate Planner, in the 54. Wall Street fixture  60. One opposed 46. Wi hdraw, formally Community Development Department at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: 62. Green land 48. Sound technician’s worries 63. Cookies 51. Certain Winter Olympian [email protected] 64. Tilt 53. Anklebones 65. Dad’s sanctuaries 54. Hollywood hotshot 66. Prevent, legally 55. Graceful seabird 67. Titanic’s undoing 56. Cancels, with “out” Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk 68. “... ___ I again behold my 57. Makes a profit Romeo!” 58. Nursery sounds 69. Played Liz Garrison in JFK: ____ 59. Catch glimpse of Spacek 60. Sleeved vestment Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополнитель- 61. Indicating the original name Down ной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. 1. Of mixed character, for short See Answers page 25 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 December 1, 2016

El Capitan prepares for ChinaThe China Philharmonic Philharmonic debuts at Disney Concert Hall Orchestra will make its Walt Disney Concert Hall debut on ‘Rogue One’ engagement Monday, Dec. 5 with 12-year-old soloist Serena Wang. Established in 2000, the China Philharmonic Orchestra is embark- ing on its third tour of the United States. The philharmonic is led by artistic director and chief conduc- tor Long Yu. Born in 1964 into a musical family in Shanghai, Long Yu received his early musical edu- cation from his grandfather Ding Shande, a well-known Chinese composer, and studied at the Shanghai Conservatory and the Hochschule der Kunst in Berlin. Born in 2004, Wang became the photo courtesy of the LAPhil youngest prize winner of the Bach Piano Competition held at University of California, Berkeley the United Nations with the the New World.” The performance photo by Jonathan Olley, © 2016 Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved at age 5. In June 2015, Serena per- Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. is part of the Los Angeles Tickets are on sale for a special engagement of “Rogue One: A Star formed with the Shanghai The China Philharmonic Philharmonic’s “Visiting Wars Story” running from Friday, Dec. 16 through Feb. 5 at the El Symphony Orchestra under the Orchestra will perform Qigang Orchestras” series. Capitan Theatre. Opening night screenings on Dec. 15 will be at 7 baton of 80-year-old internationally Chen’s “Enchantements Oubliés” The Walt Disney Concert Hall is and 10:55 p.m. celebrated conductor Zubin Mehta. and conclude with a tribute to the located at 111 S. Grand Ave. For The El Capitan Theatre is holding exclusive “Rogue One: A Star In August 2015, Wang was invited United States in a performance of information, call (323)850-2000, or Wars Story” experiences, including a photo and selfie opportunity at to play in the General Assembly of Dvořák’s “Symphony No. 9, From visit www.laphil.com. Stormtrooper Meet & Greet sessions before each screening. The the- ater also features a curated collection of intricate vehicle models and costumes used in the production of the film, including a U-Wing model signed by director Gareth Edwards. Jewish Women’s Theatre grant furthers initiatives Additionally, guests can watch “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” in Twelve actors, writers, producers als throughout Los Angeles to col- Council” will produce two shows a family friendly setting during our “Tiny Tot Tuesday” screenings, and directors have been selected to laborate on the project. over two years, each to be per- with lights dimmed and reduced sound levels. Showtimes for “Rogue participate in the Jewish Women’s The new participants are Rachel formed in multiple One: A Star Wars Story” are 9 a.m., 12:30, 4, 7:25, and 10:55 p.m. Theatre’s (JWT) “NEXT @ The Berney Needleman, Lisa locations throughout Los daily. Braid Arts Council,” a new initia- Cirincione, Amirose Eisenbach, Angeles. Shows will feature short The El Capitan Theatre is located at 6838 Hollywood Blvd. For tive made possible by a $150,000 Vanessa Espino, Andrew Fromer, plays by writers in their 20s and information, call (800)DISNEY6, or visit www.elcapitantickets.com. Cutting Edge Grant from the Sigi Gradwohl, Chelsea London 30s that will be brought to life by Jewish Community Foundation of Lloyd, Gina Loring, Abigail Marks, professional actors. The community Los Angeles and $15,000 from the Christian Prentice, Vicki Schairer will be invited to submit pieces and Erwin Rautenberg Foundation. and Daphna Shull. The group is audition for the shows. JWT received a two-year grant supported by Abbe Meryl Feder, “We are excited to bring the voic- GuildThe Producers announces Guild of America America”film nominees and “Tower.” The from the foundation in August to Michelle Altman and Allyson es of the next generation to Jewish (PGA) has announced the nomi- Producers Guild Awards honor create an artistic platform that will Himelstein. theatre,” said Ronda Spinak, JWT’s nees or the Documentary excellence in motion picture, televi- connect to Judaism, and “I am thrilled to take on this lead- artistic director. “Our goal is to Theatrical Motion Pictures Awards sion and new media productions, as create pop-up performances and art ership role in JWT’s latest project,” work with the best and the brightest in advance of the voting for the well as individuals who have made shows. JWT has been recruiting Feder said. “This is a tremendous Jewish talent to create relevant, 28th annual Producers Guild an impact on the profession. The and interviewing young profession- new opportunity for young Los valuable, contemporary and sustain- Awards. awards presentation will be held on Angeles artists who care deeply able theatre for today and tomor- The nominees are “Dancer,” Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Beverly about theatre and want to share a row.” “The Eagle Huntress,” “Life, Hilton Hotel. For information, visit Jewish perspective.” For information, visit www.jew- Animated,” “O.J.: Made in www.producersguild.org. Foundation The “NEXT @ The Braid Arts ishwomenstheatre.org. facilitates Conference spotlights grant for Dance musical showcases services for LGBT youth social project nostalgic Korean pop music The Max Factor Family Foundation (MFFF) has awarded a $50,000 grant to the Pico Union Project in support of its alternative Jewish community project. Founded in 2013, the Pico Union Project, through its signature Sanctuary@Pico Union initiative, offers programs on spiritual discov- ery, self-exploration, Jewish arts and social justice for hundreds of Jews throughout Los Angeles. The award marks the second year of a continued partnership between the MFFF and the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles. The foundation granted $2.3 million to 12 local Jewish organizations in 2016, including a three-year, $200,000 grant to the photo courtesy of KCCLA Pico Union Project. The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) and P@N The photo courtesy of Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl’s Office “We view this connection as an Performing Arts Company present “Dancing Blue,” a dance musical, Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, 3rd District, recent- opportunity to make a more mean- on Friday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the KCCLA’s Ari Hall. ly spoke at the Embracing the Diversity of GLBTQ Youth (EDGY) ingful impact and influence innova- The performing arts company wanted to create an opportunity for Conference, which highlights practices for professionals who work tive change in the L.A. metropolitan parents to share nostalgic memories from their youth with children with LGBTQ youth and families. The board was honored for a region through collaborative fund- through popular songs and choreography from past generations of K- motion Kuehl authored requiring each county department to explore ing,” said Jonathan Glaser, MFFF pop. The dance musical will include songs, video clips, acting and ways they can better serve LGBTQ youth. The conference is orga- trustee and great-grandson of Max dances of the 1980s, 1990s and the new millennium. nized by Penny Lane Centers, which provides services for youth and Factor. “The foundation brings to P@N The Performing Arts Company was founded in 2010 and is families, and brings together experts who share their experiences our attention and investigates some currently performing throughout Los Angeles’ Korean communities. working with LGBTQ youth. Participants included representatives of amazing programs that we would KCCLA is located at 5505 Wilshire Blvd. For information, call government agencies, social service providers and mental health otherwise not hear about.” (323)936-3015, or visit www.kccla.org. agencies. For information, visit www.jew- ishfoundationla.org. 24 December 1, 2016 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Jazz society honors music PanelCenter Theatre to Group discuss will host an intricacies of Irish theater installation of its “Community Conversations” series for Martin icons for their support McDonagh’s “The Beauty Queen of Leenane” on Friday, Dec. 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Music Center Annex building, 601 W. Temple St. The production is ongoing at the Mark Taper Forum. Pictured are actresses Marie Mullen and Aisling O’Sullivan, who appear in The Beauty Queen of Leenane.” Titled “Martin McDonagh and What Makes Irish Theatre Irish,” the Dec. 2 discussion will focus on McDonagh’s Irish style, the legacy of his work and why it’s so appeal- ing to audiences. The discussion will feature experts on Irish literature and culture, as well as Center Theatre Group artistic director Michael Ritchie, and scholars Rónán McDonald and Amy Woodson- photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Jazz Society Boulton. McDonald is a professor of The Los Angeles Jazz Society held a ceremony on Nov. 19 to rec- modern literature at the University photo © 2016 Craig Schwartz ognize the importance of mentorship. Quincy Jones (second from of New South Wales, Sydney, and left) received the society’s Lifetime Achievement Award from Alan president of the Irish Studies department at Loyola Marymount sion. (left) and Marilyn Bergman for his long time commitment to helping Association of Australia and New University. Her work concentrates Reservations for the discussion young artists achieve their dreams. Also pictured is host John Zealand. His research spans modern on cultural reactions to industrializa- are encouraged by emailing Clayton. The event was held at the Montalban Theatre in Hollywood. Irish literature and culture, mod- tion, particularly the history of art CommunityConversations@CTGL Jackie and Howard Banchik received the David L. Abell “Angel” ernism, theories of cultural value museums, the social role of art and A.org. Award for years of supporting music programs and mentoring jazz and the role of the humanities in the the changing status and meaning of Tickets for “The Beauty Queen of artists. The Shelly Manne New Talent Award was presented to trum- modern university. art and nature in modern society. Leenane” start at $25 and are avail- peter Evan Abounassar. Woodson-Boulton is an associate Poet and playwright John able by calling (213)628-2772 or More than 700 guests attended the show, which included perfor- professor and chair of the history Menaghan will moderate the discus- visit www.CenterTheatreGroup.org. mances by Patti Austin, Siedah Garrett, Emily Bear, Justin Kauflin, Alfredo Rodriguez, Shelea and Darryn Dean. The Rickey Minor Band and the Los Angeles Jazz Society Big Band provided musical accompaniment, under the direction of Clayton. Funding raised will benefit the society’s mentorship and Jazz in LA Phil celebrates the season with ‘Deck the Hall’ Schools programs. For information, visit www.lajazz.org. The Los Angeles Philharmonic to see “A Chanticleer Christmas,” a with Pink Martini featuring China is gearing up for its 2016 “Deck 12-man “orchestra of voices” on Forbes and Storm Large and the Hall” series, beginning Dec. 20, and “Sweet Honey in the newly-announced special guests, Saturday, Dec. 17 at the Walt Rock,” a female African-American “All Things Considered” co- Disney Concert Hall and featuring a cappella ensemble, on Dec. 21. host Ari Shapiro, fashion guru performances by family-friendly Audiences can also celebrate the Ikram Goldman, cantor Ida Rae LACMA displays works by artists. season with performances of Cahana, and Rita Moreno. This year’s series opens with the “Swinging Christmas with the In addition to the holiday sights post-war abstractionist annual “Holiday Sing-Along,” Arturo Sandoval Big Band” on and sounds on stage, the LA Phil The Los Angeles County ings, collages and drawings that hosted by Melissa Peterman, with Dec. 22, and “White Christmas Store will be open from 10 a.m. to Museum of Art presents “John established McLaughlin as one of a performance on the Disney Sing-Along,” with a screening of 5 p.m. daily, as well as before, dur- McLaughlin Paintings: Total the foremost innovators of total Concert Hall’s pipe organ, a choir the 1954 holiday classic, on Dec. ing and after evening concerts. Abstraction,” the artist’s first solo abstraction. and jazz combo. 23. The Walt Disney Concert Hall is retrospective in 20 years. “John McLaughlin Paintings” is Over the following two weeks, The holiday series culminates located at 111 S. Grand Ave. For One of the most important curated by Stephanie Barron, attendees will have an opportunity with a New Year’s Eve celebration information, visit LAPhil.com. Southern California artists of the senior curator and head of modern postwar period, McLaughlin, who art, and Lauren Bergman, assistant died in 1976 at age 77, created curator in modern art. The geometric paintings that are LACMA exhibition is accompa- devoid of any connection to every- nied by the first hardcover mono- Comedy theater day experience. His inspiration graph on the artist, published by MMPA recognizes came from the Japanese notion of Prestel/DelMonico Books. “ma,” which roughly translates to LACMA is located at 5905 rings in the “void.” Wilshire Blvd. For more informa- exemplary women The exhibition features 52 paint- tion, visit LACMA.org. holidays with sketches Park La Brea showcases and improv The Groundlings Theatre, a ‘Debi Doodles’ art exhibit nonprofit improvisation and sketch comedy troop, will usher in the holiday season with the return of “The Groundlings Holiday Show” on Friday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. The show is an evening of new sketches and improvisation poking fun at holiday traditions, and will photo courtesy of MMPA, © barbaradoux.com be led this year by Damon Jones, The Multicultural Motion Picture Association (MMPA) recently who will be joined by Heidi presented its 8th annual Diamond Rose Awards during a ceremony at Gardner, Patty Guggenheim, the Peninsula Beverly Hills. David Hoffman, Roy Jenkins, Kiel The MMPA recognizes women in entertainment, law, education, Kennedy, Anne Lane, Lyric medicine, nonprofits, fashion, health, beauty and the arts for their Lewis, Annie Sertich and Lisa contributions and community involvement. Motivational speaker photo courtesy of Sylvie Brousseau Schurga. Denise O’Brien hosted the ceremony, which is titled “Lady In Red.” Works by participants in Park La Brea’s 3rd annual Debi Doodles The show will run on Fridays Diamond Rose Awards were presented to Tina Hunt, Tammie Starr, Arts & Crafts Exhibit were on display during a reception on Nov. 29 and Saturdays at 8 and 10 p.m. Kim Anthony Morrow, Chanden Chance, Carmen Hawkins, Ria at the Park La Brea Activities Center. Directed by Debora Gillman, through Saturday, Dec. 17. Taute, Chebra Dorsey, Claudette Robinson, Margaret Bush Ware, Debi Doodles Arts & Crafts is an inter-generational, multicultural Tickets are $20, and will be Mary T. Duda, Betty Rhone, Davi Davenport, Renee M. Hicks, Karla group that meets twice a month. Gillman thanked Park La Brea man- available at the box office or by Gordy Bristol, Debra Legans, Coa Qing, Anjelika Kaufman Joyce, agement, director of resident services John Burney and activities cen- calling (323)934-4747. Denise Lyles-Cook and Pepper Jay. The recipients are pictured with ter supervisor Sylvie Brousseau for their support of the group. For Groundlings Theatre is located MMPA president Jarvee Hutcherson (center). For information, visit information, call (323)549-5458, or visit at 7307 Melrose Ave. For informa- www.multiculturalmotionpictureassociation.org. www.DebiDoodlesART.com. tion and tickets, visit www.groundlings.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 December 1, 2016

VendorsFrom page 1 could have long permit process walk vending with “the same seri- insurance, agreement of indemnity The councilmen also acknowl- ousness as drunk driving,” wrote for the city, obtain consent from edged that the approval process will Councilmen Curren Price and Joe property owners nearby and affect- likely come with additional regula- Buscaino, in a letter last week to ed business improvement districts. tions. their colleagues. “The city of Los The vendor would need to provide “We recognize a one-size-fits-all Angeles has a broken and dysfunc- exact addresses or routes for vend- approach will not work for every tional policy as it relates to the ing, a list of food, and provide pho- community, and some neighbor- vending of food and merchandise tos of the location that show nearby hoods may need to establish sepa- on public sidewalks.” obstructions, including benches, rate set of rules that govern opera- They opened the letter by transit shelters, utility cabinets, tions,” they wrote. addressing the “undeniable division poles and trees. Under their propos- The councilmen proposed the and polarization” in the country al, the city would provide electronic city establish a process for creating right now, but said all Americans notification to the affected council special vending zones which could share the “entrepreneurial spirit.” office and LAPD division, the include additional restrictions “We value the notion that every- Bureau of Street Services and com- based on public health, safety and one deserves the opportunity to munity relations office. welfare concerns that could be photo by Edwin Folven start a small business on a level Price and Buscaino acknowl- unique to different neighborhoods. A fruit and drink vendor sets up shop in the Melrose District, which is playing field, with failure or suc- edged that they need to figure out a “The combination of tourists tak- currently a violation of city code. cess determined by our own talent, way to enforce the penalty struc- ing photos of stars on the hard work and perseverance,” the ture. They proposed the Bureau of Hollywood Walk of Fame, cos- Other councilmen, like Ryu and framework to serve its intended councilmen wrote. “We should be Street Services and the tumed performers in front of the the O’Farrell, said they are in favor of purpose before sending it to the full assisting entrepreneurs who are Investigation and Enforcement Chinese Theatre and a high volume the proposal and in favor of decrim- council for consideration. attempting to help themselves and Division enforce the policy and be of pedestrian traffic may necessitate inalization as long as the city pro- “I’ve always thought that if we help their families – not arresting responsible for responding to com- a no-vending, or restricted vending ceeds with caution. really think this through, we can them.” plaints of violations. The LAPD zone on Hollywood Boulevard,” “It needs regulations,” O’Farrell land on a policy that works – one The councilmen said that escalat- would retain its enforcement Price and Buscaino wrote. said, adding that he thinks some that helps bring this economy from ing discussion at the national level authority to do so when violations “Conversely, special districts that details are not “flushed out” yet. out of the shadows. But it will be a about reforms to immigration poli- are observed, too. Their proposal allow for expanded hours of opera- But he is a member of the Public lot of work,” he said. cy, including “threats to deport mil- would restrict hours of operation to tion or a greater number of vendors Works Committee and said he Specifically, O’Farrell said the lions of undocumented immigrants, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. per block” could be established. believes they can add value to the See vendors page 26 starting with those with criminal records,” has created “significant fear” among the immigrant com- munities in Los Angeles. The increased polarization on immigra- tion drove the councilmen to re- launch their efforts that started in 2014. “We believe the council has a moral imperative to decriminalize vending by removing all misde- meanor penalties, and instead establish a graduated penalty struc- ture that includes fines, confisca- tion of property and permit suspen- sion or revocation,” the councilmen wrote. “Swiftly moving forward to adopt this policy gives us as a city the opportunity to stand up to the overt racism that has plagued our national discourse as of late.” Price and Buscaino did not directly mention President-elect Donald Trump in their letter last week, but Councilman David Ryu, 4th District, did on Tuesday. “This is a different time,” he said. “The president-elect has said that one of the top priorities will be deporting immigrants.” After mentioning that he comes from a family of immigrants and lives in a nation of immigrants, Ryu said Trump’s proposals are “very alarming” and have put criminal- ization “front and center” of nation- al politics. “This issue (with sidewalk ven- dors) shouldn’t be the reason for deportation,” Ryu said, adding that his biggest concern is to ensure public health is properly priori- tized. If the proposed framework was approved, a vendor would need to complete steps to obtain a permit. The vendor would need to obtain a health permit, business tax registration certificate, liability

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pretty good disaster” that didn’t right direction for the community,” address “77 percent” of what they he said. agreed upon at the meeting. Opponents said in a newsletter that PlanningFrom page 1 Commission to mull HPOZ Dec. 8 “Of the 11 points that we agreed remaining restrictions “are so tightly … nine were contradicted or ignored controlled, that the (home) owner has ers became frustrated when they sands of dollars on mailings to raise tives of the MMRA, opponents to the by the city,” Van Moyland said. very limited flexibility.” looked to city hall for help. awareness about their desire to HPOZ proposal, city planners and “They disregarded our general agree- “Contemporary architecture Preservation measures in the city’s engage city hall in establishing an representatives from his office to dis- ments and just did what they wanted would basically be banned from our Baseline Mansionization Ordinance HPOZ. cuss the concerns. anyway.” neighborhood forcing a property (BMO) are considered too “watered “This was a process going for over Opponents with “No on HPOZ” On Monday they sent a letter to owner to rebuild a faux replica of the down” because they encompass all two years,” Ryu explained. said the accompanying Preservation Ryu’s office and raised 18 points that neighborhood’s architecture period,” flat neighborhoods in the city. City After an independent survey con- Plan (Plan) is too strict in terms of they said need to be addressed in the the group said. “Confusing language Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th cluded that most of the 1,350 proper- what alterations homeowners can do Plan. within the new Draft Preservation District, who is ironing out details to ties in the proposed HPOZ were his- on their property. The MMRA “It is a million miles from what we Plan still remains, making it subjec- establish an HPOZ for Cathay torically significant, the MMRA, agreed that some language in the were expecting,” they wrote. tive for the HPOZ board to follow.” Square, said the existing BMO members of the community and city Plan was “somewhat obtuse” to the After reviewing the plans, the Schoenfeldt said the Miracle Mile includes loopholes for developers to planners developed specifics. Earlier point that it could be interpreted to be group said in a statement that “it residents should instead consider an exploit. And the re-write process for this year, the Miracle Mile HPOZ more restrictive than intended. The appears that Office of Historic R-1 Variation Zone, which would the BMO has a reputation for being received recommendation for MMRA and Ryu maintained that the Resources has their own agenda address the concerns of mansioniza- too slow. Similarly, preservationists approval from the Cultural Heritage meeting was a success. Ryu said both regarding our neighborhood that tion without the additional restric- found little lasting solace in “inter- Commission, and then was sched- sides agreed to update the language even the MMRA cannot control.” tions on homeowners. im” control ordinances (ICOs) – uled to be considered by the Los and that most of the issues “were On Tuesday, Ryu said he will “This is a viable option that will many of which expire in March. Angeles Planning Commission on resolved.” “respect the process” that has been in not strip homeowners of their proper- That frustration led neighborhood Dec. 8. At the “12th hour,” Ryu said, “Everyone was shocked how great motion for years, but said his office ty rights and allow city bureaucracy groups like the Miracle Mile a group mobilized in opposition of the meeting went,” Ryu said. will listen to concerns and compro- to control one’s greatest investment,” Residential Association (MMRA) to the restrictions that come with an But Jay Schoenfeldt, a realtor who mise when possible. the group said in a statement. “They launch campaigns to create an HPOZ, and he wanted to make sure is one of the leaders of the “No on “It’s unfortunate, but compromise mistakenly trusted the Office of HPOZ, which can be tailored to indi- their concerns were heard. HPOZ” group, said he would have means not everyone gets everything Historic Resources with the homes vidual neighborhoods. The MMRA “Their voices are important,” Ryu preferred they have a second meeting they want,” he said, referring to the of Miracle Mile.” formed a committee in 2014 to deter- said Tuesday. “I was happy to hear to resolve two of the 13 issues they fact that he believes most of the orig- On Dec. 8, the Los Angeles mine if an HPOZ could provide the [the MMRA] agreed to hear [the “No raised that were not discussed at the inal concerns were addressed at the Planning Commission will consid- best solution. In 2015, they started on HPOZ” group] out as well.” Nov. 7 meeting. And when the new meeting. “Everyone is interested in er the Miracle Mile HPOZ at city raising funds to survey the neighbor- Ryu organized a meeting on Nov. draft Plan was released, he and making the community better and I hall. A meeting time has not been hood architecture, and spent thou- 7, and it was attended by representa- Henry Van Moyland said it was “a believe that we are moving in the set yet.

West Hollywood began its World on LGBT civil rights. AIDS Day commemoration a day “AIDS has had a significant early with a candlelight march from impact on everyone in this town,” VirusFrom page 1still prevalent despite drop in diagnoses the Matthew Shepard Triangle to Duran said, recalling West West Hollywood Park on Nov. 30. Hollywood’s days of being “the rights activist who learned he was people only getting half the mes- for some of the World AIDS Day “It’s always a somber and epicenter of the AIDS epidemic in HIV positive shortly before travel- sage,” Grindley said, referring to event organizers. solemn day,” Duran said. “At the Southern California” from the ing to Seoul to compete in the 1988 positive media attention in recent “We ought to confront the risk as same time, we need to remember 1980s until the mid-1990s. “I was Olympics as a diver; and Lili years about fewer overall diagnoses if it’s our own risk,” Grindley said. the heroism that occurred that led to here during those awful times.” Bosse, Beverly Hills and advances in medicine. “To me Especially in Los Angeles, where the help infrastructures we have in Councilwoman and former mayor. [this year’s World AIDS Day] is a approximately one in four people He said “many friends” of his place today.” have been memorialized on the The three installation panels great opportunity to remind people diagnosed with HIV from 1991 to Since midnight on Dec. 1, from the AIDS Memorial Quilt will that this is not over.” 2014 was black, even though AIDS quilt, a panel of which will WeHoTV has been broadcasting its also be on display at West be on display at the Wallis Despite a 19 percent overall drop blacks represent about 11 percent annual 24-hour AIDSWatch, fea- Hollywood City Hall. One of the Annenberg Center and the Beverly in HIV diagnoses in the U.S. – of the general population, accord- turing 3.5-second black slides each most memorable times Duran saw Hills Public Library until Dec. 4. including a 35 percent drop among ing to the city’s AIDS containing the name of a deceased The quilt was started as a way to heterosexuals and a 63 percent drop Coordinator’s Office. Latinos rep- victim in white lettering. The the quilt displayed was in memorialize the lives lost to HIV among people who inject drugs – resented 25 percent of AIDS diag- broadcast will also be projected Washington, D.C. during the 1987 and AIDS, especially since some from 2005 to 2014, according to noses in Los Angeles in 2010, a onto the north outside wall of the National March on Washington for funeral homes refused to provide CDC data, the virus is still preva- steep drop from almost 50 percent West Hollywood library. Lesbian and Gay Rights, when pro- service to those who had died from lent among some segments of the in 1991. The city of West Hollywood, testers urged the federal govern- HIV- or AIDS-related complica- population. Over the same time “The biggest challenge is com- with the Library Foundation of Los ment to take action on behalf of tions when the epidemic was first span, HIV diagnoses among young placency,” said West Hollywood Angeles, will also co-sponsor a dis- Americans suffering from HIV and identified in the U.S. Such discrim- black men who are gay or bisexual Councilman John J. Duran, who is cussion with David France, creator AIDS. ination is now precluded under the has increased 87 percent. HIV positive, reflecting on the shift of the documentary “How to “It was so overwhelming to see Americans with Disabilities Act, Raising awareness of this imbal- in public perception of HIV/AIDS Survive a Plague”; Mark H. Katz, a the nation’s grief displayed in such but the quilt still serves as a ance of how HIV/AIDS continues over the years. “Without the scare, physician and AIDS activist; and an artistic, expressive way,” he reminder of the work to be done. to spread, and how to confront it, it’s harder to get people to pay Tony Valenzuela, a community said. “It was such a profound “Days go by, months go by with has become one of the top priorities attention.” activist and writer who has focused moment for all of us.”

program as a longer term, safer Los Angeles, and it gives people a $75 for a third offense. Violating “I think it’s sensible. I felt it was more humane system for homeless place to go without being harassed the ordinance is an infraction. important to include in the ordi- and housed Angelenos.” and told where to go.” People will be prohibited from nance restrictions around From page 1 Overnight David Graham-Caso, communi- Graham-Caso said Bonin has staying in vehicles from 9 p.m. to schools,” O’Farrell said. “We cation director for Bonin, called the been working on a “safe parking 6 a.m. on all residential streets and have to be real honest about this Harris-Dawson, 8th District, chair new ordinance a compromise that program” similar to one in Santa within a block of the edge of a of the council’s Committee on gives people places to stay while Barbara in which some lots are des- parcel with a park or licensed topic. It’s fraught with emotion. I Homelessness and Poverty, and limiting disruptions. Bonin also ignated for overnight parking for school, preschool or daycare facil- feel like it’s good policy that gives Mike Bonin, 11th District, who is a views it as a platform to begin the homeless. In that city, a social ity. people plenty of places to park member of the committee. exploring additional places where service provider contracts with the Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, and protects our residential areas.” “Our city was forced to end the people could stay overnight in vehi- city and provides bathrooms and 13th District, also supported the The city will revisit the ordi- longstanding ban on sleeping in cles, such as designated parking services. new ordinance, but fought for nance in 18 months to determine vehicles. The updated policy allows lots, Graham-Caso said. “It creates a framework for inclusion of restrictions on park- what impacts it has on public lawful enforcement against “It gives more direction and clar- legal free parking to take place,” ing within 500 feet of schools, health, safety and quality of life. dwelling in vehicles near homes, ity to people on the bottom rung of Graham-Caso added. parks and daycare centers. schools, parks and other sensitive the economic ladder in Los The Los Angeles Police Residential streets are defined as The ordinance provides an opportu- land uses,” Harris-Dawson said. Angeles,” Graham-Caso said. “It is Department will enforce the ordi- any street that adjoins one or more nity to address issues, as it will “At the same time, it allows us to estimated that approximately 8,000 nance. Violators will face initial single family or multi-family resi- expire on July 1, 2018 unless continue to develop a safe parking people are sleeping in their cars in fines of $25, which can grow to dentially zoned parcels. extended by the city council.

low the requirements at the local, incentives for vendors that sell vendors per block. Locations will healthy food. county and state level. We need to exclusively healthy foods, and be limited to areas that allow for The Public Works & Gang make sure that our merchant areas included restrictions to address adequate ADA clearance. As part of Reduction Committee will hold a VendorsFrom page 25 have the protections we need to trash, pedestrian access and food the citywide sidewalk repair pro- public hearing on the proposed strike the right balance.” safety. Vendors would be required gram, the city is in the process of framework at 1 p.m. on Dec. 12 at city can’t move forward without Ryu said when he was a senior to keep the area clean. developing an inventory of side- city hall, 200 N. Spring Street. considering “brick-and-mortar” deputy for County Supervisor The proposal so far also includes walks and their dimensions, and it Written comments will be establishments. Yvonne Brathwaite Burke he specifics for regulations regarding could be key to developing a permit “We’ve had street vendors half- worked on public health issues for location, as well. Price and system, the councilmen explained. included in the public record, and a-block, or right in front of stores years. Buscaino propose a permitting Vending in residential areas would can be submitted to John White at that sell the same product,” “I’m very much for strict con- process to allow for stationary be prohibited under the proposal, as [email protected]. Price and O’Farrell said. “Those stores are trols on food vending,” he said. vending in commercial and indus- well as areas within 500 feet of a Buscaino said they are committed paying overhead and rent and fol- Price and Busicaino proposed trial zones, with a maximum of two school, unless they sell exclusively to making changes when necessary. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 December 1, 2016

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