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Senator Holly Mitchell's Asm. Autumn Burke’s Statement on Passage of Historic Climate Change Hayes Pullard Hosts Third An- Legislation (See page A-11) nual Football Camp (See page D-1) SEPTEMBER 17, 2015 VOL.VOL. LXXVV, LXXXI NO. NO49 • 29 $1.00 $1.00 + CA. +CA Sales. Sales Tax Tax“For Over “For Eighty Over Eighty Years YearsThe Voice The Voice of Our of CommunityOur Community Speaking Speaking for for Itself Itself” THURSDAY THURSDAY,, DECEMBER JULY 12 20, - 18, 2017 2013 Senator Holly Mitchell’s ‘Christmas in July’ Brings Joy to Families Sen. Mitchell’s annual carnival affair invites fun-filled activities and re- sourceful services to the community. PHOTO COURTESY: RAY SOTERO Family enjoys “Christmas in July” with Senator Holly J. Mitchell. BY SHONASSEE SHAVER trict of L.A. Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas Staff Writer Held at the McCarthy Quad on the University Xavier Higgs PHOTO The holiday season ar- of Southern California BY XAVIER HIGGS Rev. Rick Reed of First To Serve rived early Saturday July (USC) campus, Mitchell Contributing Writer 15, as families came out joined local L.A. resi- The devastation of drug communities, Black and America is again seeing risen. to USC to enjoy the sum- dents in celebration by and alcohol addiction is all Brown addicts are often an epidemic of drug addic- Even Republican law- mer heat at the 7th an- staying active, connect- too real in the communi- overlooked and casted tion, particularly heroin. makers shun the tough- nual “Christmas in July” ing, and participating in ties of South Los Angeles. away unsympathetically. The surge is so great that on-drugs speeches, even affair, hosted by Senator activities with youth. She Many lack the resources But the national attitude for the first time in gen- opening up about personal Holly J. Mitchell repre- bridged having fun while necessary to overcome toward drug addiction is erations, mortality among struggles within their own sentative of the 30th Dis- {See USC C-2} these diseases. In these entirely different. young White adults has {See RICK REED A-8} VALERIE GOODLOE PHOTO TRAVIS RIDDICK/NNPA The Rivera-Chavis family gather for a photograph during the Celebration of Life for Martha Rivera Chavis at Martin’s Home for Service Inc., in Montclair, N.J. on June 11. COURTESY PHOTO BY FREDDIE ALLEN gathered to celebrate the N.J. home. husband and president Racial disparities drive the need for criminal justice NNPA Newswire life and legacy of Martha “This has been very sor- and CEO of the National reform. Rivera Chavis in a multi- rowful and painful for our Newspaper Publishers As- Family and friends cultural service, just a few family,” said Dr. Benjamin {See REFORM A-9} from across the globe, blocks from her Montclair, F. Chavis, Jr., Martha’s {See CHAVIS A-8} BY CHARLENE CROWELL NNPA Newswire Columnist STAFF AND WIRE REPORT For the 12th consecu- tive year, America’s na- “I’m deeply honored to tional homeownership be elected to this role and rate has declined, accord- to be part of the Executive ing Harvard University’s Board,” said Skye Patrick Joint Center for Housing who was recently elected Studies (JCHS)’ annual to the Executive Board of report, “State of the Na- the Urban Libraries Coun- tion’s Housing 2017.” This cil. year’s report also found “I look forward to these declines vary by race working with this dynamic and ethnicity. team of leaders, and sup- As some might expect, porting ULC’s mission to COURTESY PHOTO the steepest homeowner- inspire libraries to evolve Charlene Crowell says the ship decline occurred in and grow.” lack of access to mortgage Black communities, where Patrick began her stint financing in Black America the percentage of home- with the Los Angeles has a long history rooted in owners dropped to 42.2 County Library in Febru- outright discrimination. FILE PHOTO www.lasentinel.net {See HOMEOWERSHIP A-9} Skye Patrick {See PATRICK A-8} A-2A-6 LASENTINEL.NETLOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWSNEWS THURSDAY,JANUARYTHURSDAY, JULY 20, 9, 2017 2014 Robertson Local artwork enhances the patient care experience at Kaiser Permanente’s new Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw Medical Offices (courtesy photo) Martin Bruisma Synthia Saint James Patrice Fisher SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL versity of the local art com- healing process, offering has a theme to best comple- as local flora, which is to put patients at ease dur- munity. moments of beauty, calm ment the medical services highlighted by limited edi- ing their visit. A new Kaiser Perma- “It’s a privilege to show- and reflection for patients, offered in that area. “This tion photographic images. For more information nente four-story state-of- case the outstanding artistic visitors and staff alike,” coordinated effort is very Many of those photographs on the Kaiser Permanente the-art medical building talent from this community says Jane Thompson, an patient-centered and will were taken in the Baldwin Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw will soon open its doors in our facility,” says Geor- art consultant who worked enhance the overall care Hills Crenshaw area. Medical Offices, please to members. However, in gina Garcia, senior vice on the Kaiser Permanente experience for our mem- The art featured in the visit kp.org/baldwinhillsc- many ways the community president, area manager of Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw bers,” says Erique Emel, waiting areas and exam renshaw has already been invited Kaiser Permanente West project. M.D., physician-in-charge rooms was also very “From the inside out, inside. A look at the walls, Los Angeles. “Each piece To support a calming of the Kaiser Permanente thoughtfully selected. The this building was designed covered in 120 pieces of of artwork was carefully environment, the artwork Baldwin Hills-Crenshaw waiting rooms feature with the community in local, limited edition, origi- selected to reflect the rich incorporates nature, famil- Medical Offices. large-scale limited edition mind. We look forward to nal artwork, is one way to diversity and unique spirit iar local imagery, textures For example, the third giclée canvases that mini- welcoming new and exist- see the community’s strong of this community.” and color that enhance the floor, which hosts the Der- mize reflection to let in the ing members into our fa- presence in this building. While art can be deco- architecture and interior matology, Pediatrics and natural light in these areas. cility in mid-September,” The building features art rative, it can also be very design throughout this fa- Obstetrics/Gynecology de- Many of the exam rooms Garcia says. work from 13 local artists, meaningful. “Art plays cility. partments, features bright feature soothing images of truly representing the di- an important role in the Additionally, each floor images of people as well nature and water imagery THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-3 3rd ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR Ages 5 and Up 7.29.17 Free backpacks and school supplies, raffle prizes while supplies last! WHEN: Saturday, July 29 10:30 am - 3 pm WHERE: Jane Addams Park 15114 Firmona Ave Lawndale, CA 90260 ABOUT: Join in a discussion of current legislation and issues. Receive valuable information affecting you and your community. Speakers, Health Screenings, Children’s Activites, Refreshments & More! SPONSORS Vision to Learn Pacific Gas & Electric CA Nurses Association VSP CA Cable & Google DaVita Telecommunications Association CA for Allied Patient Protection California Optometrist Association Mattel Anthem Herbalife ASSEMBLYWOMAN AUTUMN BURKE 62ND ASSEMBLY DISTRICT For more information and to register, visit www.BurkeEvent.com 10x21_ad.indd 1 7/17/17 12:47 PM {See OBAMA A-?} A-4 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017 SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE in diverse communities, en- cross-section of residential investment in education couraging them to reduce and commercial customers and awareness that will Brotherhood Crusade their energy and water use across the city of Los An- help us encourage more of has received a $45,000 Los to benefit the environment geles. They will reach com- our customers to conserve Angeles Department of and help manage their util- munities through multiple electricity and water,” said Water and Power Commu- ity bills. languages and several will LADWP Sustainability Of- nity Partnership Grant to The grant will be uti- work with the city’s youth ficer Nancy Sutley. promote energy efficiency lized to provide outreach to help spread the word. The Community Part- and water conservation around energy efficiency in These grants also expand nership Grants are one part as part of its Community Council District 9. Charisse the organizational capac- of a comprehensive pack- Partnership Grants pro- Bremond Weaver, Brother- ity of the awarded groups, age of energy efficiency gram. Brotherhood Cru- hood Crusade president and helping them develop ex- and water conservation sade is among 20 Los An- CEO said, “Brotherhood pertise on important topics programs offered by LAD- geles-based organizations Crusade will be focusing and contributing to local WP that will help meet the that received $990,000 outreach efforts in Council- economic development. department’s goal of reduc- in LADWP Community man Curren Price’s district “LADWP is pleased to ing energy consumption Partnership grants in May 9 and we’re very proud to present this Community among customers by up to 2017. The grants range be doing this work.” Partnership Grant to Broth- 15% by 2020 and further FILE PHOTO from $45,000 to $90,000, The selected grant re- erhood Crusade. These increase water conserva- Charisse Bremond Weaver, Brotherhood Crusade to foster creative outreach cipients will target a broad substantial grants are an tion by customers. president and CEO KIMBERLEE BUCK it can be avoided. Once order diagnosis in young of Black children.” Staff Writer again, that is another mis- Black males.
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