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Volume 31 No. 27 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities July 8, 2021 E-scooter program is a go n BH stays neutral on George Floyd bill Controversial devices hit WeHo’s streets again n Gold seeks more BY AARON BLEVINS Erickson said. That is to be expect- input from law ed with a new program; it will be a enforcement Bird, Lime and Wheels are back process, he added. on the streets – and hopefully not “That’s an education campaign, BY CAMERON KISZLA the sidewalks – of West Hollywood, and we can’t let the actions of a few as the city launched its dockless bad actors scare us off from making The George Floyd Justice in mobility pilot program for e-scoot- better transit opportunities for our Policing Act is currently awaiting ers and e-bikes last week with few residents,” Erickson said, adding a vote in the United States Senate, issues, city officials said. that he had not heard of any injuries and while members of the Beverly The 18-month pilot program associated with the launch. Hills City Council have expressed began on July 1. Thus far, the only According to city regulations, support for some parts of the bill, issue has been riders parking the riders must have a valid driver’s they voted last month to remain devices in unapproved areas, such See page neutral. as sidewalks, Councilman John E-scooter 21 The bill would prohibit police chokeholds, allow more prosecu- tion of police officers in use-of- force cases and create a registry for police misconduct, among other changes. photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills The neutral stance was pro- The city of Beverly Hills illuminated George Floyd’s name on City Hall posed by the council’s last year. Legislative/Lobby Committee, which is comprised of rules for police officers that will input from police officers and Councilmen Julian Gold and John “make sense in the real world.” policing experts, the bill would Mirisch. “It ought to be decided by those not achieve its goals. “The reason that we stayed neu- who know how policing works … “We’re supportive of the con- tral is because I wanted to support goals don’t have to be achieved, cept, but we want to see that when it and I think Julian wanted to necessarily, by legislation that we do get change, it’s meaningful oppose it,” Mirisch said. does not involve people who have change,” he added. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News file photo Gold was not made available to carry out that legislation,” Gold Mirisch argued that “standards” Bird, Lime and Wheels are part of West Hollywood’s dockless mobility for an interview, but in the June 24 said. pilot program. meeting, he said he wanted new Gold indicated that without See Police page 22 Office planned for former Sunset Jag dealership n Dealer has moved to Hotel ordinance talks La Brea Avenue continue in WeHo BY EDWIN FOLVEN n Item to be discussed Lindsey Horvath and Councilwoman Sepi Shyne – say A new office building is pro- by council on July 19 will better protect hotel workers posed at the former site of the BY CAMERON KISZLA from sexual misconduct, ensure Hornburg Jaguar-Land Rover deal- they are properly compensated ership in West Hollywood, and the The public discourse is heating for their work and make sure they public is being asked to weigh in on up as a vote nears for a potential are rehired by hotels as tourism the plan. ordinance related to hotel work- picks up, among other changes. The Jaguar and Land Rover deal- ers in West Hollywood. The union and council mem- ership changed ownership earlier this On July 19, the City Council bers claim that housekeepers and year and moved operations to 400 S. will consider a proposal that sup- other hotel workers were under- La Brea Ave. The new dealership porters – including the union opened on May 21 in a completely Unite Here Local 11, Mayor See Hotel page 22 remodeled building that formerly housed La Brea Chevrolet, which closed more than a decade ago. photo by Edwin Folven Suzanne Kurges, controller for A new Jaguar and Land Rover dealership opened in May in the former the new Jaguar of Los Angeles and La Brea Chevrolet building. Land Rover of Los Angeles, said operations have been consolidated The two-story building that for- vide input. To participate, visit at the La Brea Avenue site. merly housed the car dealership on weho.org/Home/Components/Cale Previously, vehicle sales were Sunset Boulevard is currently ndar/Event/23815/18. Those with- offered at 9176 Sunset Blvd. and planned for demolition and devel- out computer access can call service was offered at another site opment by Faring, a company (669)900-6833 and use the meeting near Sunset Boulevard and Wilcox based in West Hollywood. The pro- ID: 914 1622 7299. Avenue in Hollywood. ject is in the draft environmental Faring is planning to build a five- “Now, we are all in one loca- impact report phase and the city of story office building with ground- tion,” Kurges added. “We are going West Hollywood will hold a virtual floor retail and restaurant space. to be able to offer better customer scoping meeting on July 21 from The approximately 53,000-square- photo courtesy of Unite Here Local 11 service because everything is in one 6:30 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. The public Unite Here Local 11 led a picket of the Mondrian Hotel, which is location.” can learn about the project and pro- See Jaguar page 21 accused of refusing to rehire workers laid off due to the pandemic. 2 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CALENDAR

fled to Toulouse, France, and later baudhosting.com/27926/Virtual- ‘Art Genesis’ Switzerland, a neutral country. Story-TimeLive-From-Noahs-Ark- Mashonda Tifrere’s project “Art Among the rest of the family, only 25Jul2021. Genesis: The Beginning of Legacy” one of Lerner’s uncles survived. will be on display from Thursday, After the war, she lived in Israel, July 8, through Sunday, Aug. 8, at Argentina and Jamaica before mov- ‘A Midsummer SHOW Gallery. As an artist, curator ing to the United States in 2018. and activist, Tifrere brought togeth- Suggested donation is $10. RSVP er seven emerging artists – Lauren Night’s Dream’ requested by visiting Theatricum Botanicum is hosting its Pearce, Unyime Edet, Ruth Owens, us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis- signature summer production of “A Chantel Walkes, Yulia Bas, Lanise ter/WN_9hZo6_uoRsiz-sqwmej-Vw. Midsummer Night’s Dream,” infus- Howard and Martin Alexander ing Shakespeare’s language with Spratlen Etem – to create an emo- music in a production running from tive group show that transcends Sunday, July 1 through Sunday, Nov. genres and mediums. Each artist Culinary history 7. The venue brings a unique perspective while Culinary Historians of Southern will be trans- maintaining the unity of the show, California presents “Yogurt: A Food formed into an photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills all working toward the common Fad Trending for Millennia,” an enchanted for- goal of community and progress. An online program with author June The Beverly Hills Fire Department will provide an overview of the report est. The produc- opening reception will be held July Hersh on Saturday, July 10, at 10:30 at public meetings on July 12 and 13. tion features 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. Regular viewing a.m., via Zoom. Hersh’s first book, Melora Marshall hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday “Recipes Remembered, a as Titania, Lisa through Saturday. 1515 N. Gardner Celebration of Survival,” was writ- Wolpe as St. (323)834-8142, show.gallery. ten in association with the Museum Oberon and Thad Geer as Bottom. of Jewish Heritage. Her other books Beverly Hills plans to release include “The Kosher Carnivore,” Theatricum Botanicum’s 2021 “Still Here, Inspiration from Repertory Season is sponsored by ‘Taming the Lion’ Survivors and Liberators of the the S. Mark Taper Foundation. Theatre 40 presents Jack Rushen’s Holocaust” and “Yogurt: A Global General showtimes are 7:30 p.m., Wildfire Assessment Report “Taming the Lion” running from History.” The Saturday, and 4 p.m., Sunday. Check Thursday, July 8, through Sunday, The city of Beverly Hills will cant vulnerabilities, city of Beverly latter features the schedule for dates and times. Aug. 1, at the Reuben Cordova release an assessment of its wildfire Hills spokesman Keith Sterling said global yogurt Tickets start at $26. 1419 N. Topanga Theatre on the campus of Beverly risk on Friday, July 9, and will hold in a press release. recipes as well Canyon Blvd. (310)455-3723, the- Hills High School. Directed by public meetings at 10 a.m. on July “Protecting our community from as historical atricum.com. Melanie MacQueen and produced background and 12 and 6 p.m. on July 13 to provide the very real danger of wildfire is our by David Hunt Stafford, “Taming current research an overview with the report’s top priority,” Beverly Hills Fire Chief the Lion” is a story about film star on the world’s authors and information about wild- Greg Barton added. “In recent years, William Haines, who appeared in 50 Jewish Free Loan oldest food fad. fire safety. the Beverly Hills Fire Department movies from 1922-34. Haines was Admission is free but registration is The Wildfire Assessment Report has taken many steps to prepare for a the top box-office draw at the end of Association required. eventbrite.com/e/yogurt- Jewish Free Loan Association is examines many key areas related to wildfire bordering on the community, the silent era and the first openly a-food-fad-trending-for-millennia- holding a webinar titled “How to fire safety including public trees, pri- but additional action is necessary, gay movie star, which MGM with-june-hersh-tickets- Position Yourself Online as the No. vate landscaping, education, evacua- especially focused on vegetation attempted to conceal. The play stars 161719610709. 1 Authority in Your Industry” on tion challenges, smoke impacts and including trees that provide fuel to Landon Beatty, Marie Broderick, Thursday, July 15, from noon to 1 structure resiliency. Both meetings fires and block escape. The depart- Kevin Dulude, Jean Mackie, Sean p.m. Marketing expert Jason will cover the same information. ment is taking numerous actions to Rose and Jeffrey Winner. Ciment will discuss strategies to In the new report, the number of improve wildfire safety, but residents Showtimes are at 8 p.m., Thursday Skirball storytelling grow brand awareness with website through Saturday; 2 p.m., Sunday. Enjoy a virtual story time from trees recommended for timely must also take responsibility, includ- development, search engine market- Tickets are $35. 241 S. Moreno Noah’s Ark at the Skirball Cultural removal to reduce risk is dramatically ing clearing brush away from homes, ing and social media. Ciment found- Drive. (310)364-0535, Center on Sundays, July 11 and 25, lower than indicated in a previous keeping vehicles away from evacua- ed Get Visible, a digital marketing theatre40.org. and Aug. 8 and 22, from 9:30 to 10 study, decreasing from 1,200 to under tion routes during red flag days, and agency with offices in Beverly Hills a.m. The interactive story time for 100 trees. The revised number is the creating family escape and communi- and Phoenix. Participation is free. children 2-5 includes participatory result of new technology that pin- cations plans.” us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regis- elements such as call-and-response, points the community’s most signifi- Barton said the report offers a Holocaust ter/tZEsdeqgqD8uE90fHq0xKzAo- dancing and drawing. “The Tree of “holistic approach” to addressing fire 5gSBXjVpOK8. safety, and he encouraged residents to survivor talk Life,” inspired by the South Holocaust Museum Los Angeles is American folklore of the Chorote join one of the meetings. Both meet- holding a virtual people, will be featured on July 11, ings will be held in-person in the survivor talk followed by “Yu the Great,” Parenting forum Beverly Hills City Council chambers with Louise inspired by Chinese folklore, on People interested in adoption and in City Hall, 455 North Rexford Lerner on July 25. “Muskrat and the Mud” foster parenting are encouraged to Founded 1946 Drive. The public can also participate Friday, July 9, at with the Native American folklore join the Children’s Bureau for an

virtually by visiting 11 a.m., via of the Lenape tribe, will be featured online orientation on Thursday, July 8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. beverlyhills.org/live. Zoom. Lerner on Aug. 8, and “The Girl and the 15, from 4 to 5 p.m. The program 4TH FLOOR To view the report and wildfire was born in Water Pot,” inspired by the Central will be hosted by a Children’s BEVERLLYY HILLS, CA 90211 safety information, visit beverly- Paris in 1938. African folklore of the Kwaya peo- Bureau team member and a foster (323)933-5518 hills.org/firesafety. For questions, When World War II began and the ple, will be held on Aug. 22. parent. RSVP requested. (800)730- BEVERLLYYPRESS.COMM email [email protected]. Germans invaded Paris, her family Participation is free. 27926.black- 3933, all4kids.org.

MAILING ADRESS: P.O. BOX 36036 Olive/Magnolia Bridge Safety LOS ANGELES, CAA 900036 Barrier Rail Project, both in Michael Villalpandoo Schiff presses for federal funds for local projects Burbank. The bill also includes U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D- requested by communities across the projects will modernize roadways $2.08 million for the Broadway PUBLISHER Burbank) is supporting many local district. They include $4.9 million and create pedestrian safety Rehabilitation Project and $2.4 mil- Karen Villalpando projects in the INVEST in America for Melrose Avenue Complete Street improvements. lion for a community beautification EDITOR &PUBLISHERER Act, which includes nearly $20 mil- Improvements and $3 million for the Also included is $500,000 for the project in Glendale, as well as $4.8 lion for projects from Glendale to Beverly and Robertson Boulevards 5 Freeway and 134 Freeway Electric million for the Flint Canyon Trail Edwin Folven West Hollywood. Complete Street Improvements pro- Vehicle DC Fast Charging Network repair in La Cañada Flintridge. For

[email protected] “Every day, I’ll continue fighting ject, both in West Hollywood. The and $2 million for the information, visit schiff.house.gov. EDITOR to make sure that California and our community receive the resources Cameron Kiszla they need to thrive and invest in the [email protected] future,” Schiff said. “The House Grants will help city implement green street initiatives REPORRTTER passage of the INVEST in America Act is a critical step toward enhanc- The Los Angeles Bureau of StreetsLA Executive Director Keith StreetsLA cited two grant funded

ing the safety, sustainability and Street Services, also known as Mozee said. “These dollars will set projects on Cesar Chavez Avenue Aaron Blevins quality of life across our community. StreetsLA, has been awarded a in motion the planning of multi- as examples of holistic street Jill WeWeinlein, This year has shown us that infra- Caltrans grant to create projects that benefit projects to make our streets improvements that help expand Tim Posada, structure is about so much more than integrate active transportation and safer, greener and better for every- space for public use. On June 9, the Rebecca Villalpando, just roads and bridges, and must climate resilience in vulnerable one. All neighborhoods deserve city opened a newly created pedes- Emily Jilg include investing in the American communities. streets that are safe to ride, walk or trian plaza at Grand and Cesar CONTRIBUTING WRITERS people and the communities where The $412,992 grant, coupled drive on, are shaded by trees and Chavez avenues that includes large they live and work. I urge my col- with $53,508 local matching funds, bus shelters, and are reducing the shade trees, pedestrian lighting and leagues in the Senate to swiftly pass was among $34 million that heat of the pavement amid a wors- places to sit. At Spring Street and The Beverly Press and Park Labrea News are weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail this bill, so we can revitalize our Caltrans awarded throughout the ening climate.” Cesar Chavez Avenue, a former subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- economy and ensure we are ready state to improve the state’s trans- The funds will be used to create a right-turn lane was planted with pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal for the future.” advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court portation network. model corridor at a location to be greenery. Both highlight cultural Order No 736637. Decreed newspapers of general Schiff advocated for funding for “We are excited to receive this determined to illustrate features that elements and were made possible circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising in Los Angeles transportation and investment from the state, which can be emulated throughout the through a combination of state and the City of Beverly Hills and the County of Los Angeles, Dec. 22, 2020 by Superior Court Case infrastructure projects. The bill, will enable us to further the envi- city. StreetsLA will work with the federal grants. Number 19STCP04891. Government Code 6008. which awaits a vote in the Senate, ronmental and equity goals set forth community and technical stake- For information, visit includes the local funding priorities in the mayor’s Green New Deal,” holders to develop the plan. streetsla.lacity.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 3 July 8, 2021 Fire blackens front of Fairfax Theatre n Building remains WeHo Public Safety Commission under consideration for historic status to host conversation on equity The city of West Hollywood “the voice for L.A.’s oppressed.” BY EDWIN FOLVEN will host a community conversa- In her most important work tion about equity and public safe- outside of the courtroom, Rice A fire on June 25 damaged the ty featuring Constance “Connie” has galvanized the police, com- façade and marquee of the former Rice, who is a lawyer, author and munity and government to trans- Fairfax Theatre building, but it did public intellectual renowned for form inner-city policing and end not snuff out the optimism of fighting systemic injustice and a gang homicide epidemic. With preservationists seeking to have the advancing multiracial democracy. Los Angeles Police Department 1932 building on Beverly The free virtual event will take Chief Charlie Beck, who calls Boulevard designated as historic. place on Monday, July 12, at 6 Rice “the conscience of the city,” The former theater building is p.m. on Zoom. To register or to she pioneered the Community currently under consideration by the submit questions in advance, visit Safety Partnership, a UCLA-vali- Los Angeles Cultural Heritage the event calendar page on the city dated policing approach that Commission for designation as a of West Hollywood’s website at replaces mass incarceration historic-cultural monument and by w.eho.city/ConnieRice. enforcement with holistic state and federal officials for inclu- “This community conversation guardian policing. President sion on the National Registry of is an enormously important one. Barack Obama’s Task Force on Historic Places. We are so fortunate to be joined 21st Century Policing selected Los Angeles Fire Department photo by Edwin Folven by Connie Rice, who will share, Rice as a member for her experi- spokeswoman Margaret Stewart Smoke damage was visible on the front of the theater building on Beverly firsthand, her knowledge, experi- ence in transforming warrior said the fire erupted at approximate- Boulevard. ence and perspectives in advocat- policing. ly 7 a.m. on June 25 in front of the ing for equity and working “I am the great-granddaughter building. She described it as a against injustice,” Mayor of former slaves and slave own- minor fire that was extinguished It’s pretty upsetting,” Luftman said. The building’s owner, B&F Lindsey Horvath said. “I encour- ers because, on their watch, quickly. Firefighters found trash “We are still really excited and are Associates, opposes the historic- age everyone in West Hollywood activists and rebel slaves that had ignited and believe the fire looking forward to July 30, when it cultural monument nomination and who has thoughts, questions or demanded and died for emanci- was possibly started by an will be considered at a National is planning to build a 71-unit hous- concerns about equity and public pation. It is a privilege to pay that unhoused individual staying under Registry hearing. The process is ing complex at the site. The owner safety to submit questions in debt forward on mine,” Rice said. the marquee. still ongoing, and we think it is previously received entitlements advance and to join us for the For information, visit Steven Luftman, a preservationist going really well.” from the city to build the housing Zoom webinar to hear Ms. Rice.” weho.org/home/showdocument?i who filed the application for his- Proponents claim the former the- and has until 2024 to begin the pro- Through coalition cases and d=42465 or weho.org/publicsafe- toric status on behalf of the grass- ater, located just east of Fairfax ject. campaigns, Rice’s work has won ty, or contact West Hollywood roots group Save Beverly Fairfax Avenue, was at the center of the The Cultural Heritage more than $10 billion in lawsuit Public Safety Director Kristin and the Art Deco Society of Los Jewish community during an Commission voted in May to fur- damages and policy changes that Cook at (323)848-6414 or Angeles, said the fire was not a set- important period of growth for the ther explore the possibility of have expanded safety and oppor- [email protected], or contact Los back. Fairfax District and city of Los declaring the site a historic-cultural tunity for millions in poor neigh- Angeles County Sheriff’s “They had put up a fence under Angeles. In addition to movie pre- monument. The next step is for a borhoods. Rice’s advocacy has Department West Hollywood the marquee in the front, and it mieres and theatrical productions, it two-member commission commit- earned more than 50 major Division Lt. William (Bill) looks like someone was staying hosted community meetings, reli- tee to tour the site, which will likely awards and prompted Los Moulder at (310)855-8850 or there and may have started a fire. gious services and special events. occur later this summer. Angeles Magazine to call her [email protected]. 4 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Suspects wanted for theft of $136,000 in jewelry By edwin folven lot of people around, so someone may have information. We are still Police are searching for two sus- actively working the case. pects who allegedly robbed a father Hopefully, we will get more leads.” and his 15-year-old son of jewelry The jewelry that was stolen was valued at approximately $136,000 described as a gold and diamond at the Westfield Culver City Mall necklace valued at $85,000, another on June 29 and are investigating gold and diamond necklace valued whether the crime may be tied to at $26,000, and a Cartier watch val- similar hold-ups in other areas. ued at $25,000. Sims said the sus- Assistance Chief Jason Sims of pects were Black men approximate- photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons the Culver City Police Department ly 18-25 years old. The armed sus- The female victim was struck by a vehicle on July 5 on the said the robbery occurred at pect was wearing a gray Nike hood- Hollywood (101) Freeway north of Highland Avenue. approximately 3:30 p.m. as the ed sweatshirt, light gray jeans and father and son were walking on the black Nike Air Force One shoes. photo courtesy of the Culver City Police second floor of the mall. Two men The second suspect was wearing a Department approached and one pulled out a black hooded sweatshirt with char- Security camera footage showed Woman killed in alleged DUI black handgun with an extended acters from the “Rick and Morty” the two suspects who police said magazine, he added. The suspects animated television show, black committed the robbery. stole the jewelry before fleeing on pants and gray shoes. foot, Sims said. Sims said detectives have been in collision on 101 Freeway “Nobody was injured, fortunate- contact with other nearby law gating similar cases. Anyone with By edwin folven tody, Alexander said. The suspect ly,” he added. “It happened in the enforcement agencies and are try- information is urged to call was identified as Adrian middle of the day and there were a ing to determine if they are investi- (310)253-6391. A 22-year-old man was arrested Castroramos, of Los Angeles. on suspicion of driving under the The Los Angeles County influence of alcohol on July 5 after Department of Medical Examiner- his vehicle allegedly struck a Coroner declined to release the woman whose car was disabled on victim’s name. Alexander said she Bloom’s anti-hate crime bill advances in Legislature the Hollywood (101) Freeway in was 45 years old but added that Legislation authored by crimes based on sexual orientation. information provided by more than the Cahuenga Pass. law enforcement authorities are Assemblyman Richard Bloom (D- The Black community has also been 15,000 law enforcement agencies California Highway Patrol not releasing her identity because Santa Monica) to address an increas- victimized nationwide at twice the across the country. Last year, 86% of spokesman Ramondo Alexander of the pending investigation. He ing number of hate crimes was level it represents in the population, them did not report a single hate said the victim had been involved had no further details about the ini- approved on July 6 by the Senate Bloom said. crime, including at least 71 cities in a separate three-vehicle colli- tial collision and no other injuries Judiciary Committee. “Due to the staggering statistics with populations over 100,000, sion on the southbound 101 were reported. Assembly Bill 1126 will establish and challenges of monitoring, col- according to the Anti-Defamation Freeway at approximately 4:40 Alexander said the incident the first statewide commission in lecting and analyzing this data, it is League. a.m. and her car became disabled illustrates the danger of driving California to accurately monitor and clear that California needs better “The commission is necessary in in a traffic lane near Pilgrimage while impaired, as well as the track hate crimes and incidents, and tools and dedicated individuals to order to fully understand who is per- Bridge, which spans the freeway importance of taking measures to to formally recommend policy to the help us track and report this informa- petrating these crimes, who is being just north of the Highland Avenue remain safe if a collision occurs, governor and state Legislature. tion,” Bloom added. “The targeted and how we can develop off-ramp. Alexander said the vic- particularly on a freeway. Never According to the Center for the Commission on the State of Hate policy solutions to address and tim exited her vehicle and walked attempt to cross traffic lanes, he Study of Hate and Extremism’s 2020 will monitor and assess current reduce the instances of these crimes,” to the shoulder before attempting added. Report to the Nation, hate crimes hit trends relative to hate crimes, pro- Bloom added. to return to her car to retrieve per- “The best case scenario is if you their highest level in over a decade in duce annual reports on these trends The bill, which is supported by the sonal items. As she crossed a traf- are able to drive the vehicle to the 2019, with over 7,000 hate incidents and make policy recommendations Anti-Defamation League, Equality fic lane, the unidentified woman shoulder. If the vehicle stalls in reported. In 2020, anti-Asian hate in order to help the state better California and Islamic Networks was struck by a 2003 Chevrolet lanes, call 911,” Alexander said. crimes surged by 149%, and hate address, and hopefully reduce, Group, will next be considered by Trailblazer at approximately 4:45 “Also, if you are able to make it to crimes against gay men increased instances of these crimes.” the Senate Committee on a.m. and was killed, he said. the shoulder, remain on the shoul- nearly 30%, according to the report. The FBI tracks hate crimes using Appropriations. The Chevrolet’s driver pulled der. She was struck as she was Throughout the first half of 2021, over and remained at the scene. going back to her car. People may the Los Angeles Police Department Officers observed signs of alcohol think they need something, but it’s reported a 66% increase in hate impairment and took him into cus- not worth it.” crimes, and a 26% increase in hate

LADOT receives federal funds to boost traffic safety The Los Angeles Department of injustice and includes funding for of protected bike lanes, enhanced Transportation has received $18 many projects. Specifically, the street lighting and the addition of million as part of the 2021 grant will improve safety by fund- trees and high visibility cross- Infrastructure for Rebuilding ing 26 new traffic signals and walks.” America Grant program from the installing new technology that will LADOT has reported that South United States Department of allow pedestrians additional time to Los Angeles accounts for a dispro- Transportation. cross at 90 intersections. portionate number of traffic deaths The LADOT proposal was “This funding supports our larger in Los Angeles. While most areas selected as one of 24 projects efforts to address nearly a half-cen- of Los Angeles experienced signifi- awarded in 18 states out of 157 eli- tury of disinvestment in our South cant declines in traffic volumes and gible applicants. In addition to cre- Los Angeles neighborhoods and its fatal crashes in 2020 during the ating local jobs and improving infrastructure,” said Councilman COVID-19 pandemic, South L.A. infrastructure, the 2021 INFRA Marqueece Harris-Dawson, 8th experienced traffic volumes consis- grants were awarded for projects District. “The investment will aug- tent with prior years and an increase that address climate change, envi- ment the work we’ve done to in traffic deaths. ronmental justice and racial equity. address racial equity and environ- For information, visit ladot.lac- “When the administration put out mental justice with the installation ity.org. the call for new thinking on infra- structure, Los Angeles was ready to deliver,” LADOT General Manager Seleta Reynolds said. “We know that how we invest in transportation LARCHMONT has far-reaching impacts on eco- nomic growth, the safety of streets and the health of communities. I BARBERSHOP want to thank USDOT for support- HOURS ing our vision and helping us with these investments for Los Angeles MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM communities.” SATURDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM LADOT’s INFRA grant will SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM fund the Community Infrastructure and Resiliency Zone Project, which 401-1/2 S. Fairfax addresses the impacts of the nation- Los Angeles, CA 90036 al highway system in South Los Call 323-464-6659 Angeles. By focusing on South L.A., the CIRZ Project underscores for appointments the need to invest in neighborhoods @LARCHMONTBARBERSHOP that have experienced historic Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 5 July 8, 2021 6 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Changes comming to cannabis in WeHo n Calma to be sold to Notable quotes “A conventional army loses if it does not win. The guerrilla army Jay-Z-affiliated company wins if it does not lose.”

BY CAMERON KISZLA Henry Kissinger 1923 - The Parent Company, where rap- per and entrepreneur Jay-Z serves The Vietnam Negotiations in Foreign Affairs as chief visionary officer, has January, 1969 announced plans to purchase West Hollywood cannabis dispensary Calma, located at 1155 N. La Brea Ave. The $11.5 million acquisition will face a hearing before the West (source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”) Hollywood Business License

Commission on Aug. 3. Mara Stusser, general manager of After 20 years of military engagement U. S. forces turned off the Calma, said the dispensary is “super photo by Cameron Kiszla lights and left Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan at 3:00 am last Friday thrilled” to partner with the Parent Calma is being acquired by a company affiliated with rapper and busi- morning. Within hours, the gates were breached and the base was ran- Company. nessman Jay-Z. sacked by looters. “It’s been something that we’ve been in talks with the Parent Company for maybe a month or a change enacted by city staff “less time that would designate West Yusupov said. on the new map,” he said. so,” Stusser said. than a month ago” altered the map Hollywood Park as a sensitive area, “Because there were apparently Instead, the City Council will be The Parent Company CEO Steve for cannabis businesses to make the and state law does not allow mari- some other people considering the asked to make a decision on Allan said West Hollywood is “one 600-foot limit start from the West juana dispensaries or those types of old map in thinking that location whether the council should use the of the iconic spots in the Los Hollywood Library, not the entire establishments within 600 feet of would not be possible and the new or the old map. That discussion Angeles area, and it has a solid his- park, as it had previously. those areas,” Yusupov said. change happened recently, it wasn’t is not yet scheduled, Yusupov said. tory with cannabis.” “I don’t know exactly how they Existing cannabis businesses clear one way or the other on the Representatives for Where “It’s an incredible location, did the change, but apparently were not allowed to choose their map. The commission felt it would Eagles Fly could not be reached incredible store,” he said. “What they’ve been using a map for some locations using the new map, not be fair for us to make a decision before deadline. they’ve done with it is a solid, amazing job. The management team is an all-female management team that has built an incredible environment there.” Allan said the Parent Company team has had “some good conversa- tions” with city officials, and given that the existing Calma team has done a good job of “being incredi- ble citizens” in West Hollywood, he doesn’t “foresee any issues” with the city’s approval of the sale.

“This is the first of many acquisitions we’re going to do up and down the state of California.”

-Steve Allan, CEO of the Parent Company

“It’s an exciting acquisition for us. We’re excited to be able to do it. This is the first of many acquisitions we’re going to do up and down the state of California. We’re excited Calma is one of the first,” he said. Stusser and Allan also confirmed that while the ownership is chang- ing, customers are unlikely to notice a difference, as the modifications will mostly be “behind the scenes.” Allan said modifications include a new technology system, better availability for delivery and pickup services and new items for sale. The city’s Business License Commission also recently contin- ued a hearing for a proposed con- sumption lounge last month. The business, known as Fantom Flower, was proposed by a group of owners known as Where Eagles Fly LLC, which city documents indicate is comprised of Daniel Sosa, David Chimienti, Alex Kardos and Pear Flower Investments LLC. The commission declined to approve Fantom Flower’s applica- tion because the site at 8811 Santa Monica Blvd., the former home of Flaming Saddles, is within 600 feet of West Hollywood Park. Commissioner Mark Farhad Yusupov said in a previous map of allowed sites for cannabis business- es, 8811 Santa Monica Blvd. would not have been permitted. However, Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 7 July 8, 2021

Twelve-story medical building coming to BH border? n Development would couple of alternatives – one at [email protected]. involves reduced square footage, Koretz said the project would replace Big 5 on while the other suggests that the result in necessary legislative Wilshire and San project be developed under existing actions for the City Council – zoning. namely a plan amendment, zone Vicente boulevards “Both alternatives, however, change and height district change. are still inadequate and should According to the developer, BY AARON BLEVINS include more parking and better CBRE, the project would be located parking management,” Koretz said. on three-quarters of an acre at 656 The draft environmental impact Although the project “still has a S. San Vicente Blvd. Designed by report for a proposed 12-story med- long ways” to go, he has received ZGF Architects, it would include ical building project at the northeast feedback about it. While Koretz built-in sustainability features, ener- corner of Wilshire and San Vicente said the project is “months away” gy-efficient design and green boulevards has been released, and from a planning commission meet- spaces. although the project is in its infancy, ing, he invited residents to direct For information, visit officials have already identified comments about the project to his planning.lacity.org. To comment on photo by Cameron Kiszla some concerns with the proposal’s development team or to his senior the draft EIR, call (213)847-3629 or The Big 5 Sporting Goods store near Wilshire and San Vicente boule- parking plan. planning deputy, Daniel Skolnick, email [email protected]. vards may be torn down to make way for medical office space. According to the Los Angeles Department of City Planning, the mixed-use project would demolish a vacant building that formerly housed a school, as well as the Big 5 Sporting Goods store and its sur- face parking lot. A large homeless encampment was located on San Vicente Boulevard near the store and the closed school. The project would be approxi- mately 145,000 square feet, with 5,000 square feet used for ground floor commercial/retail. Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th District, said he supports the use of medical offices at the site, but he has a number of concerns – most importantly, parking. According to city planning, the project would bors, offer seven floors of medical uses To my friends and neigh over four floors of above-grade parking. It would offer full-valet services for 418 vehicle parking y spaces and 716 bicycle parking o lucky to have man spaces. I am so friend clients who are friends, clients, c “The Census b ho are Bureau reports neighboors, neighbors who are clients. 1% of workers fririends, and clients commute by bike in Los Angeles, I bracembracce youyou all a and am looking ll h ving many and I’m sure even forwarrd to us all having many fewer travel h s a happypy and healthy years, a by bike to king their medical nd together ma appointments.” l tthis a bettor place -Paul Koretz, will f Los Angeles for tthhose who who will follow. City Councilman ! “It’s clearly unrealistic to believe ghborhood rocks that patients will ride bikes to a This nei medical appointment in such great numbers,” Koretz said. “The Census Bureau reports 1% of ies workers commute by bike in Los Allan Jeffr Angeles, and I’m sure even fewer travel by bike to their medical appointments.” He said the use is “ultimately beneficial,” but he shares resident concerns about “shade and shad- ow,” air quality, parking impacts and infrastructure impacts. The California Environmental Quality Act does not consider parking impacts, but it should, Koretz said. “I … stand with my constituents and do believe that parking is an important resource, and while it’s not an environmental impact, we ALLAN can certainly agree that this project in its current form will impact on- street parking,” he JEFFRIES added. “Construction of a building this size or even a smaller building FRAMINGRAMING will also have significant unavoid- able impacts.” The councilman said he is still in 8301 W. W. Thi rd S t. • L os A ngel es, CA 90048 • 323 .655 .1296 • www.allanjef ll j ffffifries.com the process of reviewing the draft EIR, but he “is looking closely” at a 8 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Subway work prompts lane reductions, closures Metro contractors will work in the Century City/Constellation sta- Wilshire/La Brea subway stations. the Caltrans basin near the south- tion. Traffic lane closures are in Lane closures on Wilshire bound San Diego (405) Freeway place in the area. Boulevard may be implemented from July 9-12. Work hours are 7 Work also continues on the future near the subway station construc- a.m. to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., subway stations at Wilshire/Rodeo tion staging areas. Monday through Friday. The work and Wilshire/La Cienega. Wilshire Boulevard will also be includes tree removal, excavation Appendage structures that house reduced to two lanes in each direc- and drainage structure installation. vital systems are being built at the tion between Detroit and June Pile installation will also occur future subway stations. Lane reduc- streets through September to on ramps for the San Diego (405) tions will be in place along Wilshire accommodate construction staging Freeway from July 9-12. The south- Boulevard between San Vicente zones in the street. bound freeway on-ramps and off- and La Cienega boulevards, and For questions and concerns about ramps will be closed at Wilshire Gale Drive will be intermittently the Purple Line Extension project, Boulevard from 10 p.m. on Friday, closed north of Wilshire Boulevard. call the 24-hour project hotline at July 9, through 5 a.m. on Monday, Appendage structure construc- (213)922-6934, email the project photo by Edwin Folven July 12. tion is also occurring underground team at [email protected], Gale Drive will be intermittently closed north of Wilshire Boulevard for Work is occurring 24 hours on at the future Wilshire/Fairfax and or visit metro.net. work on the Purple Line Extension project. Solis to guide transit agency as new board chairwoman Los Angeles County Board of and vulnerable communities. In Supervisors Chair Hilda L. Solis, promoting an equitable recovery, 1st District, has been named as the Solis said she is committed to creat- new chair of the Los Angeles ing solutions that will help low County Metropolitan income communities and small Transportation Authority Board of businesses rebound from the pan- Directors. She succeeded outgoing demic. board chair and Los Angeles Mayor “With a housing crisis that makes Eric Garcetti, whose term ended on it challenging to live in Los Angeles June 30. County, transportation serves as a Solis said she intends to focus her critical tool in helping residents get attention as chair on three priorities: around. And as housing becomes supporting transit riders, ensuring more expensive, commutes are an equitable recovery after the becoming longer and more ardu- COVID-19 pandemic and reimag- ous,” Solis said. “Metro must use ining the agency’s highway invest- the land that it will acquire as part ments. Solis also said she will of upcoming capital projects to advocate for the region’s most dis- quickly build more affordable advantaged communities. housing to help prevent future dis- “As congestion worsens and placement and to better serve our more people gain access to cars, most vulnerable transit riders.” bus riders, particularly among In reimagining Metro’s Highway Black and Latinx communities, suf- Program, Solis said traditional fer the most,” Solis said. “Bus rid- highway widening projects often ers, who have median annual bring displacement and pollution to incomes of less than $18,000, com- neighborhoods that are already prise some of the most disadvan- overburdened with housing insecu- taged communities in L.A. County rity and health disparities. Solis’ that have been disproportionately leadership on the Metro board coin- impacted by the pandemic. Transit cides with the recent appointment riders need better service, and they of Stephanie Wiggins as Metro’s need it now. To provide better ser- new CEO, marking the first time in vice, Metro needs to invest more Metro’s 28-year history that both funding in operations, homeless- the board chair and CEO are ness outreach and alternatives to women, a new agency milestone. law enforcement.” “Supervisor Solis has been a Solis also noted that over the last champion of public transportation, three decades, Southern California equity and inclusion throughout her has experienced a surge in vehicle career,” Wiggins said. “She is a ownership. trailblazer on the forefront of L.A. “When buses are stuck in traffic, County’s efforts to advance equity travel times increase and reliability and diversity initiatives across the worsens,” she said. “It’s not surpris- region. I am thrilled to work with ing that Metro’s bus ridership has her in the coming year as we spear- declined year over year.” head innovative ways to support Solis also expressed a need for Metro’s transit riders and advance more affordable housing to serve an equitable recovery for L.A. transit riders and to prevent further County.” displacement among low-income For information, visit metro.net. New phase of Metro NextGen Bus Plan aims to increase ridership Mayor Eric Garcetti recently Metro completed a two-and-a- launched the second phase of the half-year study of current travel Metro NextGen Bus Plan, a strategy demand to determine how to shift to boost ridership through faster, service toward the most used routes. more reliable and more frequent ser- In addition to realigning current bus vice as riders return to using the service, consolidating routes and transit system in greater numbers. improving bus speeds, the plan The new phase of the NextGen includes capital improvements such Bus Plan also streamlines eight as dedicated bus lanes, traffic signal Metro Rapid Lines with local transit priority and new locations for bus operators and resumes front-door layovers. boarding after only allowing rear After the third phase of the plan is door boarding during the pandemic. implemented, 83% of riders will The NextGen Bus Plan is Metro’s have access to buses arriving every first major overhaul of its bus sys- five to 10 minutes,. For information, tem in more than 25 years. visit metro.net/projects/nextgen. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 9 July 8, 2021 Center promotes unity at inaugural Pride Picnic More than 1,000 people came 2020, when more than 20,000 peo- Black Lives Matter march because together on June 27 for the Los ple marched to amplify Black we still have work to do in both the Angeles LGBT Center’s first Pride queer voices. Artist Devin Wesley Black and LGBTQ community,” Picnic at Hollywood Forever created a mural titled “I Have Your All Black Lives Matter march co- Cemetery. Back” which will be displayed organizer Brandon Anthony said in The center partnered with L.A. through July at Center South, the a statement. “It was awesome to Black Pride to commission a live center’s location near Leimert have Devin Wesley as our artist to art mural in commemoration of the Park. create the mural because he was first anniversary of the All Black “I think it was very important also involved in the march. We felt Lives Matter march on June 14, that we commemorated the All like it was essential to allow some- one who supports the purpose of the march and someone who may have those similar experiences as a O’Farrell applauds increase in Black gay man.” The Pride Picnic also included music from DJ Asha, drag perfor- photo courtesy of the Los Angeles LGBT Center minimum wage to $15 per hour mances, art and photo ops. For Artist Devin Wesley painted a mural marking the first anniversary of the Los Angeles City Councilman workers to keep our city going, and information, visit lalgbtcenter.org. All Black Lives Matter march. Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, they deserve to be treated respect- recently joined local labor leaders fully and paid fairly. The rest of the in celebrating a milestone for work- United States needs to follow the ers as the minimum wage in the city example that Los Angeles set six increased to $15 per hour on July 1. years ago, when the City Council 75th Diamond “I grew up in a union household, voted to increase the minimum the proud son of a Teamster. I know wage to $15 per hour. We were the importance of providing fair proud to work with Councilmember wages to working people,” O’Farrell and his colleagues then, Anniveersary Sale! O’Farrell said. “I also know first- and we are proud to continue work- hand how important it is to protect ing with local leaders on behalf of and look out for our small business- the hundreds of thousands of work- es. Six years ago, the Los Angeles ers across Los Angeles.” City Council led the way on a poli- O’Farrell said he will continue to cy that is fair to workers and fair to champion workers and small busi- 6 WEEK businesses, and [now] those efforts nesses in his district and throughout pay off in full. After the grueling the city. During the pandemic, he pandemic and the toll it’s taken on worked with Council President SALE EVENT working Angelenos, the landmark Nury Martinez, 6th District, to $15 milestone could not come at a establish “hero pay” for grocery better time.” workers in Los Angeles, and also GOING ON On May 14, 2015, the City provided $1 million in emergency Council voted to increase the grants to over 150 small businesses hourly minimum wage in Los in the 13th District. NOW! Angeles from $9 to $15. The “Service workers are the back- change took place over a five year bone of our economy,” added period, culminating on July 1, David Huerta, president of the UP TO 2021. As part of the effort, Service Employees International O’Farrell helped establish the Union-United Service Workers. Office of Wage Standards, which “Fifteen dollars per hour per hour is implements, administers and a major milestone, and it comes at a enforces the minimum wage in the critical time for all the service 70% OFF city of Los Angeles. employees who have worked so “[It’s] a great day for workers hard and served on the front lines Family owned and operated across Los Angeles,” said Ron during the COVID-19 pandemic. 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The Committee on Energy, Climate compact’s water allocation hasn’t 259 SOUTH BEVERLLYY DRRIVE • BEVERLLYY HILLLS Change, Environmental Justice and been updated since its inception 310.278.0040 the Los Angeles River. “I look for- almost 100 years ago, the council ward to bringing this item to my members said. www.malibuclothesbh.com 10 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Tickets for Academy Museum go on sale Aug. 5 The Academy Museum of under.” sale tickets, by visiting academy- Motion Pictures has announced that General admission tickets for museum.org. timed advance admission tickets the museum’s exhibitions “Stories Tickets will only be available will be available beginning at 9 of Cinema,” “Hayao Miyazaki,” through advance online reserva- a.m. on Aug. 5, by visiting acade- “The Path to Cinema: Highlights tions on the Academy Museum’s mymuseum.org and using the from the Richard Balzer website and the museum’s new app, museum’s new app. Collection” and “Backdrop: An which will launch on Aug. 3. The Opening on Sept. 30, the new Invisible Art” – will be $25 for museum’s public spaces are acces- museum will be the largest institu- adults, $19 for seniors 62 and older sible to visitors without a general tion in the United States devoted to and $15 for students. Visitors ages admission ticket. They include the exploring the art and science of 17 and under, and California resi- Walt Disney Piazza, the Academy movies and moviemaking. dents with an EBT card, will be Museum Grand Lobby and “I know everyone involved in admitted free. Spielberg Family Gallery, Academy developing and opening the “The Oscars Experience,” an Museum Store and Fanny’s restau- Academy Museum shares in my immersive simulation giving guests rant and café. tremendous excitement at finally the experience of walking onto the The Academy Museum will be being able to invite the community stage at the Dolby Theatre in open from10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday in to explore our exhibitions and Hollywood and accepting an Oscar, through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 8 programs,” said Bill Kramer, will require a separate $15 ticket. A p.m., Friday and Saturday. Tickets director and president of the general admission ticket is also for the “The Oscars Experience” Academy Museum of Motion required to access “The Oscars will be available from 9 a.m. to 7 Pictures. “We are deeply grateful Experience.” p.m., Sunday through Thursday, to all of our supporters who helped Museum members will receive and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and to bring us to this milestone and to complimentary general admission Saturday. The museum will require the Hobson/Lucas Family for unlimited visits and priority visitors to follow all COVID-19 Foundation, whose support in admission. 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ed to join the Academy by multiple Governors voted on branch-spe- branches. These individuals must cific guidelines to be applied in Academy invites 395 people to membership select one branch upon accepting determining this year’s new mem- The Academy of Motion Picture Membership selection deci- 39% underrepresented ethnic/racial membership. bership invitees. Arts and Sciences is extending invi- sions are based on professional communities, and 53% internation- To enable steady future growth Oscar winners and nominees tations to join the organization to qualifications, with representa- al from 49 countries outside of the and to ensure the necessary infra- were considered without limitation 395 artists and executives who have tion, inclusion and equity remain- United States. There are 89 Oscar structure, staff resources and envi- by applicable branches. distinguished themselves by their ing a priority of Academy nominees, including 25 winners, ronment to support all Academy Those who accept the invita- contributions to theatrical motion Aperture 2025. among the invitees. members, the number invited to tions will be the only additions to pictures. The 2021 class is 46% women, Eight individuals have been invit- membership was limited to roughly the Academy’s membership in half that of recent years. 2021. The Academy’s Board of For information, visit oscars.org. Rules and regulations approved for 94th Oscars The Academy’s Board of general entry categories as well as participate in the preliminary and Governors has approved rules and the Documentary and Short Film nominations rounds of voting. campaign regulations for the 94th categories. Following this year, the Members must meet a minimum R Academy Awards. Academy intends to expand the viewing requirement to be eligible MME As previously announced, the qualifying requirements for the to vote in the category. SUMMU eligibility period for Academy 95th Awards. Campaign regulations, which Awards consideration will return to Additionally, beginning with the specify how companies and indi- the standard Dec. 31 deadline: a 94th Academy Awards, the Best viduals may market to Academy feature film must have a qualifying Picture category will be set at 10 members any movies and achieve- release date between March 1, nominees, rather than a fluctuating ments eligible for the 94th 2021, and Dec. 31, 2021. With the- number of nominations from year Academy Awards, were also updat- atrical exhibition still impacted by to year. This was previously ed. As a reminder, the mailings of the pandemic this year, eligibility announced in June 2020. DVDs, CDs and physical screen- requirements for the 94th In the International Feature Film plays are discontinued starting this Academy Awards will be consis- category, key rule amendments year. Access to the Academy tent with the addendums made for made in the preliminary round of Screening Room will continue to the 93rd Awards season. For films voting for the 93rd Awards and be made available for all eligible that open in theaters, the six quali- approved in January remain releases. fying U.S. metropolitan areas are unchanged. This includes an Digital links to materials will be Los Angeles County, New York expanded shortlist of 15 films and permitted. City, the Bay Area, Chicago, members from all Academy For the complete 94th Academy Miami and Atlanta, and apply to branches being invited to opt in and Awards rules, visit oscars.org/rules.

Garcetti kicks off Summer Night Lights We’v Got Eve er Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti the Mayor’s Office of Gang year.” ot Makeke YoYo ru Su m e rm a on June 30 kicked off Summer Reduction & Youth Development – Participating sites offer Night Lights, a program that keeps offering free food and activities at Angelenos access to free fresh pro- parks and recreation centers open 34 city parks and connecting young duce and dry goods. In response to SMASH! late to provide young people and people and families with job oppor- the pandemic, SNL switched its families with safe, fun gathering tunities and other resources. The focus to grab-and-go meals, provid- Paper Goods • Decorations spaces during the summer months, program is made possible through ing 24,000 individual meals during Balloons • Banners • Centerpieces helping to reduce crime and vio- the partnerships with the LAPD, the 2020 season. In 2019, SNL lence in the peak months of gang- LAFD, GRYD Foundation, the served close to 450,000 meals for Piñatas & MORE! related activity. This year’s pro- Department of Recreation and local residents. gram will offer vaccinations on Parks and the Mayor’s Fund for The SNL program is also offer- 10% off all merchandise in the store site. L.A. ing sports clinics through a partner- with this coupon! “Every Angeleno deserves a “SNL is an award-winning, ship with the L.A. Department of discounted merchandise, balloons and balloon delivery excluded place in their community where proven example of the public, pri- Recreation and Parks at select loca- they feel safe to spend quality time vate and philanthropic sectors tions. with their friends and loved ones,” combining to make our communi- Initially launched in 2008, SNL Garcetti said. “This past year has ties safer and stronger,” said includes gang prevention, gang been difficult on our entire city, but Deidre Lind, president and CEO intervention, violence interruption, I’m excited to see one of our most of the Mayor’s Fund for Los community engagement and juve- beloved programs return and help Angeles. “The Mayor’s Fund for nile gang reentry programs. celebrate a new chapter in our city’s Los Angeles has supported SNL Summer Night Lights will run 5969 Melrose Ave. (corner of Wilcox) recovery.” since our founding, and we are until Aug. 20. For information, visit SNL is a signature initiative of proud to celebrate its kickoff this lagryd.org/snl2021. (323)467-7124 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 11 July 8, 2021

As of Oct. 1, businesses with 20 of inability to pay and documenta- or fewer employees have 12 tion for each month that the tenant State extends residential eviction moratorium months to repay all deferred rent; is unable to pay full rent (not one Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed based on COVID-19 rental debt. Jonathan Holub, rent stabilization and businesses with 21 or more time for the moratorium period); Assembly Bill 832, which extends Furthermore, landlords and resi- and housing manager, at (323)848- employees have six months to and businesses that are open and statewide protections and rent relief dential tenants who previously par- 6301 or at [email protected]. repay all deferred rent. operating under the health orders programs enacted by Senate Bill 91 ticipated in the program may still be On June 21, the West Hollywood In order to receive the protection without specific limitations from in January 2021. Most significantly, eligible to recover any remaining City Council also extended the of the ordinance, the tenant must the county health order are required the act extends the state’s residen- unpaid rent covered by the program city’s temporary moratorium on demonstrate that the tenant’s busi- to pay a minimum 25% of rent each tial eviction moratorium for non- expansion. Information regarding commercial evictions through Sept. ness is closed or limited to prevent month. payment of rent due to COVID-19- the program and links to applica- 30. the spread of the virus and the ten- For information, contact Janet related reasons to Sept. 30 and tions for landlords and tenants may Commercial tenants are protect- ant demonstrates lost income and Jimenez, assistant to the city man- expands the State Rent Relief be found at housingiskey.com or ed from eviction for non-payment inability to pay rent. The tenant ager, at (323)848-6376 or at Program. housing.ca.gov. of rent until Sept. 30. must provide notice to the landlord [email protected]. Under the expanded program, a In addition to protection from landlord is eligible for 100% of eviction due to COVID-19-related unpaid rental debt of eligible house- financial hardship, after June 30, holds accumulated after April 1, West Hollywood residential tenants 2020. The expanded program will are covered by the county of Los CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD also include financial assistance for Angeles eviction moratorium prospective rent payments for eligi- through Sept. 30. Under the coun- NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ble households. To receive pay- ty’s moratorium, tenants may not be ment, the landlord must give up the evicted for no-fault reasons. right to evict an eligible tenant For information, contact NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood City Council will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: Council explores options for LOCATIONS: 8752 SUNSET BOULEVARD, commercial rent debt relief West Hollywood, California

The Los Angeles City Council added. “With this motion, we can REQUEST: Proposal to replace an existing double-sided on-site sign approved a motion on July 2 pre- find a path to ensure their survival sented by Councilwoman Nithya past the eventual end of the morato- with a new 532 square-foot double-sided, internally lit, off- Raman, 4th District, to explore rium.” site sign as part of the Sunset Boulevard Off-Site Signage relief options for commercial rent The legislation gives city depart- Policy. debt. ments 60 days to report on the scale The motion seeks to support of rent debt among small business- small business owners at risk of es in Los Angeles and the predicted PERMIT(S): Development Agreement, Sign Permit, Zone Map Amend- eviction due to rental debt accumu- economic effects of small business ment, and any other required permits. lated during the COVID-19 pan- closures related to rent debt. The demic. Relieving commercial rent City Council is also seeking details APPLICANT(S): Orange Barrel Media (Clay Collett) debt may prove crucial to protect- on potential job losses and how ing against a new surge of small they affect different racial and business closures in Los Angeles, socio-economic groups. TIME/PLACE Teleconference Meeting Raman said. Additionally, the motion calls for OF HEARING: Monday, July 19, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. “The pandemic precipitated the recommendations from the city on Given the local, state and nation state of emergency, this closure of thousands of small busi- the feasible actions the council can nesses in our city. For those who take to support small commercial meeting will be a teleconferenced meeting (with detailed escaped permanent closure, their tenants, such as incentivizing land- instructions for participation included on the posted only lifeline has been the moratori- lords to renegotiate leases and pro- agenda). um on payment of rent,” Raman viding mediation services. ZONES: SSP (Sunset Specific Plan)

Letters to the Editor ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Negative Declaration prepared for Sunset Boulevard Off- 24 issue Site Signage Policy Housing on parking lot could be a call What a beautiful article about Jack White. Though not famous to action like others whose hand and foot DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND STATE OF EMERGENCY, CITY prints are in front of the HALL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. The staff report will be available on Wednes- Re “Housing on parking lot Grauman’s Theatre, he certainly day, July 15, 2021 on-line at www.weho.org could be opportunity for service,” made quite a first, lasting and Letters to the Editor, July 1 issue timeless impression on those he not only loved dearly, but with IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those Wow! The Beverly Press/Park everyone he encountered. Jack issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, Labrea News certainly goes well was truly the kindest man and or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood City Council, beyond the call of duty in keeping our family was blessed to know via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Public readers informed of the key issues him for many decades. facing our communities. Your piece captured his good- Hearing. I think it is your reporting on ness and explained in more detail these issues that keeps so many of than I even realized how “music If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for us well aware and pushing our saved his life,” and how his the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office elected leaders to show progress. memory, always a blessing, will They do want to be reelected. continue for so many Hollywood of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. I hope my letter [in the July 1 High students to pursue their issue] directed at Cathedral own passion for music in the ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to participate in said Public Hearing Chapel School will serve to moti- future. He was blessed to live a to express their opinion in this matter. vate religious groups to actively life of goodness, talent, family, participate in making this a better travels, gratitude and service. place to live. We can solve the Thank you for taking the time IF YOU DO NOT HAVE COMPUTER ACCESS AND WOULD LIKE A MAILED homelessness problem. We can and space in your paper to honor COPY OF THE AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT, OR YOU NEED FURTHER IN- get the elected leaders listening to Jack White. He may not have FORMATION regarding this item, contact Jennifer Davis, Senior Contract Planner the voters’ voices rather than been a household name but he focusing on the pockets of the lived all the qualities one can in the Planning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via developers. only hope we all can possess and email at: [email protected] pass on to further generations. George Epstein In these times of such uncer- Melissa Crowder, City Clerk Los Angeles tainty, grief from so much loss,

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An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 8900 block of Santa residential burglary in the 8400 victim in the 800 block of N. Kings Monica at 12:30 p.m. block of Sunset at midnight. at 12:45 p.m. P OLICE BLOTTER At 12:45 p.m., an unknown sus- July 3 At 11:55 p.m., a suspect assaulted pect assaulted a victim in the 8700 a victim during a domestic vio- block of Holloway. lence incident in the 7300 block of The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the At 12:10 a.m., an unknown sus- Santa Monica. An unknown suspect assaulted a pect committed a petty theft in the areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between victim in the 8900 block of Santa 8800 block of Santa Monica. June 27 and July 3. The information was compiled from crimemapping.com. An unknown suspect committed a To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los Angeles Police Monica at 3:03 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a burglary in the 8400 block of Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles County victim in the 1200 block of N. La Sunset at midnight. Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and the At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Brea at 12:15 p.m. Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. stole a vehicle parked in the 8500 block of Santa Monica. Editor’s note: Due to technical At 12:45 p.m., an unknown sus- difficulties with the crimemap- Beverly Hills Police pect committed a grand theft in the An assault was reported in the 7900 pect committed a petty theft in the ping.com website, entries for the 8800 block of Santa Monica, block of Santa Monica at 9:15 p.m. 8700 block of Santa Monica. LAPD were not available. Department June 28 June 27 At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect City resumes resource programs at encampments An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a burglary in the 900 vehicle parked in the 100 block of block of Sierra Bonita. Los Angeles City Councilman engagement and outreach to people Environment through its Livability Maple at 3 p.m. Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, experiencing homelessness. We Services Division. As part of the An unknown suspect stole a At 3:45 p.m., an unknown suspect motorcycle parked in the 9000 announced that the City Council must lead with compassion toward updates, the department will add committed a grand theft in the 200 block of Sunset at 4:32 a.m. voted unanimously on June 30 to the unhoused, while still ensuring four management positions and block of Rodeo. provide comprehensive street that the city can maintain its core staff will be trained and re-trained At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- engagement, hygiene and services duties of keeping public spaces safe in mental health awareness, de- June 28 pect burglarized a locker in the to homeless encampments, begin- and clean for everyone. There is escalation techniques, and legal 8600 block of Santa Monica. ning on Sept. 1. nothing compassionate or humane guidance and review. The program At 1:40 p.m., an unknown suspect Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, about allowing homeless individu- will officially resume on Sept. 1, committed a petty theft in the 9600 A suspect assaulted a victim dur- the city’s Comprehensive Cleaning als to live in squalor on city side- allowing time for preparation by block of Wilshire. ing a domestic violence incident in and Rapid Engagement Plus pro- walks, and the refined CARE+ pro- LASAN and for outreach and edu- the 100 block of N. Clark at 10:25 gram was temporarily suspended tocols will make for a better, safer, cation for unhoused people living An unknown suspect committed a p.m. last year. As the pandemic eases, cleaner city for housed and on city sidewalks, O’Farrell added. burglary in the 9600 block of businesses reopen and activity unhoused Angelenos.” Wilshire at 5:15 p.m. June 29 increases in Los Angeles, there The updated CARE+ program At 10 p.m., a vandalism incident At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect have been growing calls for city will include enhanced street was reported in the 400 block of burglarized a locker in the 8600 sidewalks and streets to remain engagement strategies including Roxbury. block of Santa Monica. clean, safe and passable, while also outreach from trained professionals ensuring there is compassionate, and service providers, voluntary June 29 An unknown suspect burglarized a effective outreach to people experi- trash disposal options, tent vehicle parked in the 500 block of encing homelessness. exchange and distribution, and the At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect Croft at 4 p.m. “All Angelenos – housed and distribution of sanitary kits and bot- stole auto parts in the 400 block of unhoused – deserve clear and fair tled water to unhoused individuals. Rexford. At 10:15 p.m., an unknown stole a protocols regarding shared public COVID-19 vaccinations and test- vehicle parked in the 900 block of N. Harper. spaces,” O’Farrell said. “The ing will also be provided. An unknown suspect burglarized a updated CARE+ program includes Outreach will be paired and coor- vehicle parked in the 9500 block of Brighton at 1:56 p.m. June 30 comprehensive services paired with dinated with services provided by thoughtful strategies for street Los Angeles Sanitation and At 4:14 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:35 a.m., an unknown sus- committed a grand theft in the 300 pect assaulted a victim in the 600 block of Rodeo. block of N. La Cienega. L.A. releases draft plan for adding June 30 An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 7300 block of Santa At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect Monica at 10:08 a.m. assaulted a victim in the 700 block affordable housing citywide of Elm. At 11:39 a.m., an unknown sus- pect committed a petty theft in the The Los Angeles Department of An unknown suspect committed a 1000 block of La Brea. City Planning and the Housing + “By carefully burglary in the 100 block of Community Investment Beverly at 4:53 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a Department have released a draft balancing burglary in the 7100 block of Santa plan titled the “Plan to House L.A.” production, July 1 Monica at 2 p.m. that seeks to create nearly 500,000 housing units over the next eight affordable housing At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4:55 p.m., an unknown suspect years, with over 200,000 of the preservation and burglarized a vehicle parked in the assaulted a victim in the 1200 block of N. La Brea. units reserved for lower-income protection, we 300 block of S. Doheny. residents. intend to create An unknown suspect committed a To meet the goal and address Los An unknown suspect burglarized a Angeles’ housing shortage, the city vehicle parked in the 200 block of petty theft in the 6900 block of new access to S. Doheny at 4 p.m. Sunset at 7 p.m. would need to add roughly 57,000 housing...” new units annually over the next At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10:15 p.m., an unknown sus- eight years. If the Los Angeles City pect stole a vehicle parked in the -Director of Planning burglarized a vehicle parked in the Council ultimately adopts the plan, Vince Bertoni 300 block of S. Almont. 900 block of Harper. it will create new citywide strate- gies to achieve a more equitable A suspect was arrested on suspi- July 1 distribution of market-rate and L.A., was designed with our resi- cion of driving under the influence affordable units across Los dents in mind, especially those who of alcohol or drugs near the corner An unknown suspect stole a vehi- cle parked in the 1200 block of N. Angeles. have been disenfranchised, exclud- of Sunset and Whittier at 8:22 p.m. The housing element of the gen- ed and left without housing because Gardner at 5 p.m. eral plan, also called the “Plan to of wide wealth gaps and a lack of July 2 House L.A.,” identifies Los affordable units,” Director of At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect At 6:11 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the Angeles’s housing needs and estab- Planning Vince Bertoni said. “We assaulted a victim near the corner 1000 block of N. Vista. lishes goals and objectives to took it upon ourselves, as a city, to of Dayton and Beverly. inform future policy considerations. develop a series of strategies that An unknown suspect burglarized a When the update is completed, it would position us to be successful vehicle parked in the 8400 block of will guide the creation and imple- in confronting our housing chal- July 3 Fountain at 6 p.m. mentation of the city’s housing pol- lenges head-on. By carefully bal-

At 9:15 a.m., an unknown suspect icy from 2021-29. ancing production, affordable hous- assaulted a victim in the 300 block July 2 The strategies include a rezoning ing preservation and protection, we of Palm. program for Los Angeles that will intend to create new access to hous- An unknown suspect assaulted a victim near the corner of Santa result in capacity for over 200,000 ing, make significant inroads to end An unknown suspect burglarized a new housing units within three chronic homelessness and keep vehicle parked in the 400 block of Monica at San Vicente at 1:40 N. Bedford at 12:41 p.m. a.m. years of adoption. The rezoning Angelenos housed without fears of program will increase density and displacement.” A suspect assaulted a victim dur- allowances for housing, particularly Before advancing the plan ot the West Hollywood ing a domestic violence incident in in resource-rich neighborhoods City Council, the Department of the 8400 block of Sunset at 4:30 where zoning has been limited to City Planning and HCIDLA will Sheriff’s Station a.m. single-family uses only, while pro- hold outreach events for additional June 27 At 10:15 a.m., an unknown sus- tecting vulnerable and ecologically community input. pect burglarized a vehicle parked sensitive communities. For information and view the At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- in the 8400 block of Santa Monica. “This plan, our Plan to House draft plan, visit planning.lacity.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 15 July 8, 2021 Fundraiser enables kids to attend camp Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles held its 27th annual Camp Bob Waldorf Golf Classic on Monday, June 28, with over 140 players supporting children in need. For many, the tournament marked the first in-person charity event fol- lowing closures due to the COVID- 19 pandemic. The more than $300,000 raised will enable low- income children to attend Camp Bob Waldorf, owned and operated by JBBBSLA for over 80 years. “Many of the campers who come photo courtesy of JBBBSLA Golfers raised more than $300,000 to help low income children attend to Camp Bob Waldorf experience photo courtesy of the Original Farmers Market summer camp. food insecurity, homelessness or El Granjero Cantina serves Oaxacan-style quesadillas called tlayudas. grow up in high-crime neighbor- hoods,” JBBBSLA CEO Cari Uslan camp this summer. Each session rest of their lives,” camp director said. “A week at camp means they will include campers from different Simon Hansen said. “My staff and can leave that all behind and create geographic areas in Los Angeles to our incredible counselors instill the El Granjero Cantina serving contemporary lifelong memories with other kids. help prevent transmission of four pillars of respect, community, [The] generous supporters make all COVID-1. Mask wearing and social identity and inclusion at Camp Bob Mexican fare opens at Farmers Market the difference for running our camp distancing will be required. Waldorf, and we all work hard The Original Farmers Market, opens daily at 11:30 a.m., is locat- and delivering an incredible camp “Camp Bob Waldorf is the best through our programming to ensure corner of Third and Fairfax, has ed near the clock tower on the program to kids throughout Los place on Earth for kids to build self- every camper grasps the importance welcomed its newest merchant – Market Plaza. For information, Angeles.” confidence, form lifelong friend- of carrying these pillars into their El Granjero Cantina. visit cantinala.com. JBBBSLA collaborated with the ships and create positive experi- lives.” Curated by Chef Jenni Sklar, the county to create a safe in-person ences they will look back on for the For information, visit jbbbsla.org. cantina’s menu features casual and contemporary Mexican fare including tacos, bowls, salads, Restaurant News tlayudas (Oaxacan quesadillas) from page 13 and more. From hibiscus tlayudas cheesecakes to enjoy dessert with- to braised beef tacos, El Granjero out compromising your clean and Cantina offers a large variety of healthy lifestyle. Cheesecake lovers dishes as well as vegan and gluten- will enjoy classic, chocolate and free options. Mexican dessert clas- seasonal favorites such as Key lime. sics like churros and arroz con These cakes have no preservatives leche are also available. or artificial flavors. These cakes are El Granjero Cantina features a grain free, have zero grams of full bar with freshly-made margar- added sugar and are keto friendly. itas, sangria, frozen mojitos and Go online and receive 20% off aguas frescas. Enjoy the colorful your first online purchase. patio or dining room. photo courtesy of the Original Farmers Market goodandtastybakes.com. El Granjero Cantina, which Frozen strawberry margarita Top with your favorite fresh fruit! photo courtesy of the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association GLAZA helps raise funds for the zoo’s conservation programs and activities. GLAZA board expands with seven new trustees The Greater Los Angeles Zoo with the board’s affairs committee, Association, a nonprofit that pro- as well as Jacobson and CEO and vides financial support for animal Zoo Director Denise Verret. welfare, species conservation, cap- “One of our main objectives this ital projects, learning and engage- past year was to grow the board, ment and community outreach pro- not only in number but in commu- grams for the Los Angeles Zoo, has nity representation, so we are excit- appointed seven new trustees to its ed to have made good progress board for the 2020-21 fiscal year. towards this goal while working The group of new trustees within the constraints placed on us demonstrates GLAZA’s commit- during the pandemic,” GLAZA ment to creating a board that board of trustees chair Beth Price reflects the diverse community it said. “This new group brings a serves. The new trustees are all Los deep appreciation for the zoo and Angeles-based professionals with a its commitment to education, diverse set of experiences, exper- enrichment and conservation, and tise, perspectives and cultural are eager to serve and further its backgrounds. mission.” “Our long-term commitment to The new trustees are Courtney diversity and inclusion starts with Appell, COO at the Artemis our board, as we continue our work Agency; Vivian Chow, managing to make sure it represents the range director of banking in private of talent, ideas, identities and cul- wealth management at U.S. Bank; tures that make up Los Angeles,” Alfred Fraijo Jr., a partner at GLAZA President Tom Jacobson Sheppard Mullin LLP; Patricia said. “With more women, people of McKenna, principal and portfolio color, and LGBTQA+ representa- manager with Hotchkis & Wiley tion than at any time in GLAZA’s Capital Management; Naomi Griddle at home! 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photo by Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers The 2020 World Series champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, were honored at the White House on July 2 by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. “I think we may be doing this again by the end of the year,” he said to the vice president before making a joke at her expense. “I’m not going to mention which end of the state [Harris is] from right now and who she roots for.” Of the Dodgers, Biden said the club is “building a new dynasty” for a new generation. “America’s back, and the Dodgers are back,” he said.

Community housing corporation opens Elden Elms Former Dodgers pitcher Randy Wolf visited patients at Children’s The West Hollywood dio and a nursing nook for new auction program, administered by Hospital Los Angeles in this photograph in the July 12, 2007, issue of Community Housing Corp. has moms. Full laundry facilities and the Department of Housing and the Beverly Press and Park Labrea News. He was joined by former announced the opening of Elden resident services offices are also on Community Development. Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier and catcher Russell Martin. The Los Elms, an all-new affordable apart- the second floor. On-site supportive services are Angeles Dodgers have a long history of supporting charitable causes, ment community for low-income The outdoor courtyard includes available to all residents at no cost. and players frequently visit CHLA to boost the spirits of young families located in the multiple play areas for children, one WHCHC’s resident services team patients. The players signed autographs and handed out baseball caps, Koreatown/Pico-Union neighbor- with a colorful mural by local artist meets with all new households to T-shirts and free tickets. That year, the Los Angeles Dodgers hosted hood of Los Angeles. Myisha Arellano, barbecue grills assess their needs, create individu- patients from the hospital and their families during each home stand. With a total of 93 one-, two- and and a meditation garden. There are alized service plans and connect three-bedroom rental apartments, also open-air “skyline lounges” them to critical resources. Elden Elms includes 15 units as with fantastic views of downtown “Meeting with the new residents Ready CD4 campaign launched permanent supportive housing for L.A. has been so uplifting,” said Cheryl Los Angeles City throughout July, the campaign people experiencing homelessness “I am so happy to see Elden Elms Naluai, WHCHC’s lead resident Councilwoman Nithya Raman has seeks to increase Ready Your LA and one unit for the building’s man- come to life,” said Los Angeles City services coordinator for families. declared July as Council District Neighborhood Workshop partici- ager. Councilman Gil Cedillo, 1st “Many of these families, some with 4’s Emergency Preparedness pation, boost sign-ups for “Raising a family is challenging District. “My office has actively very young children, are over- Month, which will usher in the NotifyLA, clear up misinformation enough without having to worry supported this project from the whelmed with relief as they start launch of the Ready CD4 cam- about brush clearance responsibili- about keeping a roof over your beginning, and I welcome these their new lives with housing securi- paign, a program that seeks to ties, make council district staff head," said Jesse Slansky, WHCHC families with open arms.” ty.” inform and energize residents accessible as trusted safety partners president and CEO. “With the sta- Elden Elms was designed by WHCHC and its property man- about emergency preparedness. and facilitators, and further estab- bility of high quality housing, our Urban Architecture Lab and built agement partner announced the call “Protecting our community and lish council district safety proto- newest residents have a fresh start by United Building Company. Each for applications for Elden Elms last preserving the beautiful and cols. in a beautiful and safe environ- unit has a private balcony and com- October. More than 2,700 submis- beloved resources of Council The campaign’s methods of ment.” plete kitchen with Energy Star sions were received. A lottery was District 4 starts with education and engagement will involve door-to- The Elden Elms offers a grand appliances, including a dishwasher. conducted and the remainder of the engagement,” Raman said. “I’m door informational canvassing, staircase, comfortable seating areas Elden Elms aims to achieve LEED applicants were put on a waiting excited to collaborate with con- public conversations with city offi- and community inspired artwork. for Homes Gold certification. list. Residents began their tenancies stituents to make safety a shared cials and social media education, The second floor contains an open Now housing more than 230 peo- in March. priority.” marked by the hashtag staircase that can be used as stadi- ple, the urban infill project was For information, visit whchc.org. Offering a series of events #ReadyCD4. um-style seating for performances once mostly a parking lot. Easily or an additional spot for social accessible to multiple transit lines, interaction. There is a spacious Elden Elms scored well for funding community room with a kitchenette from the Affordable Housing and for cooking demonstrations and Sustainable Communities Program lifelong-learning workshops, a — part of the State of California’s Bogie’s Liquor large computer room, a fitness stu- cap-and-trade carbon emissions Bloom bills approved in committee SUMMER FUN STARTS HERE! 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Open 7 days Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 17 July 8, 2021 Despite potential, ‘The Tomorrow War’ disappoints Chris Pratt’s an enjoyable vals. Ever heard the phrase subtext? enough leading man, morphing It has no place in “Tomorrow.” from a hilarious small-screen dope, When Dan Forester (Pratt) learns via “Parks and Rec,” to one of the his hopes of working in scientific three Chrises of Marvel. Alas, nei- research are rejected, he directly ther his charisma nor J.K. vocalizes his yearning to do more Simmons’ beefed up biceps can with his life than teach high school save “The Tomorrow War” from bio. itself. Such smites to subtext are the given brief lip service in a tell-not- Amazon Studios’ very expensive film’s trademark; emotional con- show screenplay. misfire worked better when it fea- flict lingers for a few minutes, fol- Shirked subtext pairs awfully tured mech armor and a distinct lowed by an overt chat about what with talking down to audiences. dystopian aesthetic, and went by it all just meant. One painful Think about all the ways a bad the title “Edge of Tomorrow.” That attempt at an emotional scene story telegraphs a key clue to spoon was a solid – nay, incredible – sci-fi removes any question about what feed audiences. “Tomorrow War” flick oozing with clever ideas happened in the past and why fam- borrows trash science rationales expertly crafted. This “Tomorrow” ily matters so much, like a painful from all those tired disaster movies. is what happens when a creative ’90s PSA. These moments should texture the team replicates its betters – After Dan’s drafted into an army story, enrich the narrative land- “Aliens,” “Starship Troopers,” that must travel 30 years into the scape, but they do little more than “Independence Day,” all the future to fight aliens, he asks dad extend the runtime. photo courtesy of Amazon Prime “Terminators” – without bothering (Simmons) for help, but rather than Thank supporting characters “The Tomorrow War” has an interesting sci-fi premise but lacks other ele- to figure out what makes them experience a few minutes of Charlie (Sam Richardson), a fel- ments that would have made it much better. work so much better. uncomfortable dialogue, they get low draftee and scientist, and The most glaring, and easily into the whole past: absentee par- Colonel Muri Forester (Yvonne At a whopping $200 million pro- “The LEGO Batman Movie.” avoidable problem, announces its enting, the violence of war and Strahovski), who runs the human duction budget, “Tomorrow War” Something went very wrong here. presence in near two-minute inter- PTSD. Possibly engaging topics military in the future, for serving as should be Amazon Studios’ grand Perhaps the buck stops with him. talking heads. They have splendid introduction to blockbuster cine- Or maybe screenwriter Zach Dean performances elsewhere. Here is a ma. Instead, it will probably serve (“24 Hours to Live,” “Deadfall”) different story, a less interesting as one of many cautionary tales. deserves the blame for all that ter- one. rible dialogue and plagiarized plot- Richardson’s Charlie comes ting. closest to humor, but “Tomorrow At a whopping Amazon likely shares the blame War” is dry, real dry, surprisingly $200 million too. This reeks of the same studio dry considering the comedic back- interference that took down films ground of Richardson and Pratt, production budget, like “Warcraft” and “The Dark who frankly contributes a phoned- “Tomorrow War” Tower.” No one central vision dri- in performance. should be Amazon ves the story. It’s an odd blend of “Tomorrow War” relies on cheap safe and bland – no style, not a sin- tropes: politicians love their red Studios’ grand gle memorable line or sequence. tape, news anchors fast track a time introduction to “The Tomorrow War” elates in jump and biological family is all the bellicose morality championed that matters, namely dad’s ability blockbuster by a modest, quite subpar sub- to prove he’s man enough to save cinema. genre: “Battlefield: Los Angeles,” the world for his daughter. At one “Battleship” and all five point, a major plot reveal relies on “Transformers.” The outcome here one of Dan’s students to answer is similar. It craves self-importance something an actual specialist – or It’s a shame too, considering but results in the kind of B-movie photo courtesy of Amazon Prime probably a web search – could director Chris McKay’s traction in content that dominated the second Chris Pratt’s performance doesn’t elevate “The Tomorrow War” above accomplish. A lot of those conve- animation, including working on page of options in any genre cate- other similar films. nient moments move things along. “The LEGO Movie” and helming gory on Prime. El Capitan presents Marvel Studios’ ‘Black Widow’

photo ©Marvel Studios. ©Marvel Studios 2021. All Rights Reserved. The El Capitan Theatre presents Marvel Studios’ “Black Widow” opening on Friday, July 9 in Dolby Vision Laser Projection and with Dolby Atmos Audio Technology. Audiences can also enjoy a “Black Widow” photo op and see costumes from the movie. During opening weekend, audiences will receive an exclusive poster, while supplies last. A special opening night fan event will be held on Thursday, July 8, at 7 p.m. Guests will be among the first to see “Black Widow,” and each ticket includes reserved seating, an exclusive “Black Widow” poster, a box of popcorn, collector cup and beverage. Tickets are $40 per person. The El Capitan Theatre is located at 6838 Hollywood Blvd. Daily showtimes are noon, 3:30, 7 and 10:30 p.m. The theater has implemented enhanced health and safety measures, including mask wearing and physical distancing. For information, call (800)DISNEY6, or visit elcapitantheatre.com. Cinelounge to launch ‘FIRST-RUN’ movies on July 15 Cinelounge Outdoors, an out- wireless headsets, curated conces- best cinema experience. We are door venue with lawn-chair seat- sions, 10 varieties of gourmet pop- filling a hitherto-unserved niche ing (on artificial turf) for 200 peo- corn and more movie favorites. for movie fans, as the only out- ple, offers authentic entertainment Tickets and refreshments must be door cinema in Hollywood show- made for summer California purchased in advance. ing ‘FIRST-RUN’ releases.” nights. “FIRST-RUN” movies, “Cinelounge is adapting to For information, visit are- beginning with the new music serve the needs of Angelenos with nascreen.com or call (323)924- documentary/concert film, this pivot,” Cinelounge owner- 1644. “Summer of Soul,” runs through operator Christian Meoli said. Cinelounge Outdoors is located July 15. “We are here to provide the the- in the lot adjacent to 1625 N. Las The venue has a privacy wall, atre-going community with the Palmas Blvd. 18 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

LA Phil extends creative chair, conductor contracts Theater to show noir-era classics Classic film noir returns to one ing these classic films indoors on The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association of Hollywood’s historic indoor the- the big screen of the Hollywood announced on July 1 contract extensions for Herbie aters with a weekend of movies Legion Theater,” said Rode, a Hancock as the creative chair for Jazz and Thomas programmed and presented by the Navy veteran and a member of Wilkins as principal conductor of the Hollywood Film Noir Foundation and the American Legion Post 43. “Being Bowl Orchestra. Hollywood Legion Theater from able to present so many of these Hancock’s tenure began June 1, 2009, and his two- Friday to Sunday. films in their original 35mm format year extension, which runs through May 31, 2023, The seven-film program spans is a cherished rarity that is made covers programming the Hollywood Bowl’s 2022 the post-World War II film noir-era even more special after theaters and 2023 seasons, as well as the Walt Disney Concert with classics “Nightmare Alley” were closed for over a year.” Hall 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons. and “The Big Clock” (7:30 p.m. The Hollywood Legion Theater Wilkins, whose extension goes through 2025, has Friday); “Mildred Pierce” and is located at 2035 N. Highland Ave. held a titled position with the Hollywood Bowl “Thieves Highway” (7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at Orchestra since 2008, when he was named principal Saturday); “The Narrow Margin” HollywoodLegionTheater.com or guest conductor. In 2014, he became principal con- (2 p.m. Sunday); and “Loophole” the theater box office. Ticket prices ductor. and “Cry Danger” (7:30 p.m. start at $22 for double-feature gen- Under Hancock’s guidance, the Los Angeles Sunday). eral admission, with discounted Philharmonic has offered jazz programming from Six of the seven films will be tickets for veterans ($20), students around the world with artists such as Christian presented in their original 35mm ($18) and children under the age of McBride, Wayne Shorter, Jazz at Lincoln Center photo courtesy of LA Phil format. Screenings will be video 12 ($16). The Sunday matinee Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Marcus Miller, The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has introduced by Eddie Muller, Film general admission price is $15. Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club, Quincy Jones, extended the contracts of Herbie Hancock (left) and Noir Foundation president and host Free parking is available in the Esperanza Spalding, Bobby McFerrin and more. Thomas Wilkins. of Turner Classic Movies Noir Post 43 parking lot on a first-come, The upcoming seasons present a diverse blend of Alley, and in-person by author and first-served basis. Additional free new jazz stars and greats such as Ledisi, Dave Koz Film Noir Foundation treasurer- parking is located in the parking lot and Tower of Power, Sergio Mendes and Hancock Wilkins’ appointment as principal conductor of the director Alan K. Rode. adjacent to the Hollywood himself as part of the Hollywood Bowl’s Jazz Plus Hollywood Bowl Orchestra in 2008 made him the “I can’t think of a better way to Heritage Museum across the street series. ensemble’s first titled leader since founding director celebrate the summer than watch- from Post 43. For the LA Phil’s 2021/22 season at Walt Disney John Mauceri retired in 2006. Since he began, Concert Hall, the Jazz series, curated by Hancock, Wilkins has conducted the orchestra at more than 110 features Robert Glasper, as part of a week focused on concerts. the music of Duke Ellington; a Wayne Shorter This year, he leads the orchestra in the first public Celebration featuring Brian Blade, John Patitucci, concerts at the Hollywood Bowl since the venue Danilo Pérez and special guests Terence Blanchard, closed in 2020 due to the global pandemic. The Kenny Garrett and Joe Lovano, as well as trumpeter reopening concerts were held last weekend, but later Ambrose Akinmusire’s “Origami Harvest”; and the this summer, Wilkins will conduct the orchestra con- Maria Schneider Orchestra, with “Soul on Soul: A certs with James Blake; actress, singer and song- Tribute to Mary Lou Williams.” writer Cynthia Erivo; Ledisi singing the music of “I'm thrilled to continue collaborating with the LA Nina Simone; and pianist Aaron Diehl and soprano Phil on jazz programming at the Hollywood Bowl Julia Bullock in works by Margaret Bonds & George and Walt Disney Concert Hall,” Hancock said. “This Gershwin, all with the LA Phil. Wilkins will also lead partnership has allowed all involved to continue to the LA Phil in four concerts celebrating the orchestral flourish in our approach to jazz programming and to music of Duke Ellington during its 2021/22 season at photo courtesy of the Hollywood Legion Theater constantly strive to surpass where we’ve been. I look Walt Disney Concert Hall. The Hollywood Legion Theater will present a weekend of classic noir forward to continuing that growth.” For information, visit laphil.org. films beginning Friday.

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(323)366-4458 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 19 July 8, 2021 Forbes selected as new Center ‘Caroline, or Change’ returns to Immaculate Theatre Group board president Heart High School for post-pandemic revival The Center Theatre Group Board “Caroline, or Change,” a theatrical production at of Directors has elected Amy Immaculate Heart High School that was canceled in Forbes as its president, beginning March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will be July 1. Outgoing President Kiki presented on the Immaculate Heart stage from July Ramos Gindler will become chair- 29-31 and will include former students. person of the board, having led the Alumni from the last 10 years will join members nonprofit organization for more of the original cast for the Broadway musical, which than six years. tells the story of Caroline Thibodeaux, a Black maid Joining Forbes and Gindler are whose world in 1963 Louisiana ripples with change. new board officers: William R. The play’s themes, focusing on Thibodeaux’s per- Lindsay as executive vice presi- sonal battles with racism and classism against the dent; William H. Ahmanson, Miles backdrop of the civil rights movement, resonated Benickes and Gail Berman- strongly with the original cast and continue to Masters as vice presidents; Stanley inspire the current cast and crew of what is being Iezman as secretary; and David called the “Reunion Show.” Quigg as treasurer. All officers are “The cast felt very connected to Caroline’s strug- elected to a term of three years. gle,” director and IHHS drama teacher Heather “As we move ever closer to a Chesley said. “We kept thinking we would reopen in safe reopening of our theatres and photo courtesy of Center Theatre Group two weeks, two months, and we could share this embark on a search for our next Amy Forbes very important story. Now, our cast and alumni will artistic director, I recognize this is return to present this story that ignites discussion and photo courtesy of Immaculate Heart High School both an exciting and important time empathy.” Recent Immaculate Heart High School alumna to take a leadership role at Center Recent alumna Khafira Freeman, class of 2020, Khafira Freeman was a member of the original cast Theatre Group,” Forbes said. mary focus of her practice is at the will return to the stage as Caroline, a role she pre- of “Caroline, or Change” when the show was can- “When I joined the board, it was at administrative level. pared for before the original production was can- celed in 2020, and will return to reprise her starring another pivotal moment in our his- During a one-year leave of celled. role as Caroline. tory. We had just welcomed absence from the firm in 1988-89, “I’m delighted to portray Caroline on the same Michael Ritchie as the successor to she worked on land use planning stage where I first discovered my love for acting,” our founding artistic director and issues at the Crown Property said Freeman, who is currently a student at New “Theater has been gone for more than a year, and had opened the Kirk Douglas Bureau, the agency of the Thai gov- York University’s Tisch School of Performing Arts. that’s been so hard for so many,” Fitzgerald said. “I Theatre. Since that time, I’ve ernment which manages the King “This story raises awareness of class and racial can’t think of a better way to connect to that commu- remained proud of the inspiring of Thailand’s property, under a divides and is beyond important to tell, no matter the nity for the first time post-2020 than with a show at work we’ve accomplished, on the Luce Foundation Fellowship. setting.” IH. I’m very grateful to be able to spend some time stage, in the classroom and around Center Theatre Group programs Quinlan Fitzgerald, class of 2011, will be among on the campus that really sparked my love for acting, Los Angeles.” seasons at the 736-seat Mark Taper the alumni joining Freeman onstage. Fitzgerald, who and I’m excited to learn from the current women of Forbes has spent her entire legal Forum and 1600- to 2100-seat acted in Portland after graduating from University of great heart and right conscience.” career at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher Ahmanson Theatre at The Music California, Santa Barbara, and is now working with Immaculate Heart High School is located at 5515 and has served on the firm’s execu- Center in downtown Los Angeles, the social impact agency Propper Daley in Los Franklin Ave. Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m., Thursday tive committee and as the co-part- and the 317-seat Kirk Douglas Angeles, said she is excited to return to Immaculate through Saturday, with a matinee performance at 2 ner in charge of the Los Angeles Theatre in Culver City. Heart to play Rose Gellman, the new wife and step- p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 1. Tickets are $15. For infor- office. She is the co-chair of the For information, visit centerthe- mother of the family for whom Caroline works. mation, visit immaculateheart.org/reunionshow. Land Use Practice Group. The pri- atregroup.org. Online KCCLA classes to begin The Korean Cultural Center, Los level. Participants may only regis- Angeles, will launch a semester of ter for one level and transfers free, real-time and online Korean between levels will not be permit- classes beginning on July 20. ted. To register, visit A total of nine levels are offered nuri.iksi.or.kr/front/page/participa- (Introductory Korean, Basic A, B, tion/onlineLevelTest/main.do. Intermediate A, B, C, and Each class will be capped at 30 Advanced A), and registration, students to ensure the best possible which began on July 6, will be on a remote learning experience. As first-come, first-served basis. To with the other sessions, the summer register, visit kccla.org/koreanlan- 2021 classes will run from 7 to 9 guageprogram. p.m. every Tuesday. The center has also announced The program is open to anyone that it will offer a free online 18 or older interested in learning Korean Level Test, which allows about Korean language and culture. participants to get an immediate For information, call (323)936- evaluation of their appropriate 3025. Vaccinated seniors urged to socialize

Health experts with Cedars- important to get moving.” Sinai Medical center are encourag- Cedars-Sinai geriatrician Dr. ing seniors who have been vacci- Allison Moser Mays said joining nated for COVID-19 to socialize in others outdoors for a walk or visit an effort to combat isolation. is a good first step. “As long as you are vaccinated, “There can be some sense of you can go out,” said Dr. Sonja social awkwardness at first,” she Rosen, chief of geriatric medicine said. “No one has had lots of in- at Cedars-Sinai. person interaction over the past For those who have been vacci- year. It’s everyone’s first day of A Catholic Education is an nated, she said staying at home is a school again, so give yourself per- Advantage for Life. bigger threat to their well-being. mission for it to feel awkward or “When people are socially iso- new.” lated, they are less likely to exer- Cedars-Sinai health officials said cise and less likely to seek medical it is important to start small. Begin care when they need it, and this with one-on-one gatherings and directly impacts their physical and gradually transition to larger meet- mental health,” Rosen added. ings. Mays recommended learning Call for “Informal experiences like social- about the safety protocols and izing with cashiers at the grocery expectations in place before OPENINGS store or dropping into a senior cen- embarking on a new in-person in K-8th GRADES! ter for lunch are a great antidote to activity. Click here pandemic-induced depression and For information and tips for loneliness.” combating social isolation, visit or go to our website “Most people form connections cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/vacci- for updates. from in-person interactions,” nated-seniors-get-out-and-have- Rosen added. “It’s also physically fun. 20 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

The Petersen extends hours and opens more exhibits Museum to open motorcycle exhibit The Petersen Automotive cles on display include a 2021 Museum and Motorcycle Arts Tardigrade concept electric Lunar Foundation has announced a new motorcycle; a replica of the 1965 exhibit, “ADV:Overland,” which chariot from the “Lost in Space” celebrates the spirit of adventure television series; a chariot from the through “off-road” and “off-world” 2018 remake of the “Lost in Space” adventure motorcycles and related television series; a model of the vehicles. Opportunity MER-1 rover, the The exhibit displays 23 vehicles, robotic spacecraft that holds the including record-setting motorcy- long-distance record in off-world cles, Hollywood sci-fi vehicles and overlanding; and a model of the spacecraft models on loan from 1996 Sojourner rover. NASA’s JPL. “Coming on the heels of a global Motorcycles and off-road racing pandemic, ‘ADV:Overland’ is an vehicles on display are a 1912 important retrospective of the free- Henderson Four as used in the first dom of exploration, to go where no motorcycle trip around the world; a one has ever gone and accomplish 1915 Harley-Davidson 11-F with things that no one has ever accom- photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum sidecar as used by Effie and Avie plished,” Petersen Executive The Pixar Discovery Center for children and the Cars Mechanical Institute have reopened at the Petersen Hotchkiss who became the first Director Terry L. Karges said. Automotive Museum. woman to drive across the United “ADV:Overland” opened July 3. States; the 1932 Douglas “Mastiff” Guests who would like to visit the which inspired Robert Edison museum must purchase tickets in The Petersen Automotive Museum has extended and hands-on. Interactive learning is one of the most Fulton Jr.’s novel “One Man advance. Face coverings are its business hours to include Tuesdays, restarted its valuable tools to stimulate both sides of the brain. Caravan”; the 1933 Puch 250SL required for all guests. Single-use docent-guided tours in the Vault presented by Docent-guided tours and captivating experiences for that was the first motor vehicle to face masks will be provided to Hagerty, and has reopened its Forza racing simula- children are an important part of the experience we overland from Europe to India; and those who do not have one. tors to the public. provide at the museum to educate the public about more. For information, visit The museum has also reopened its interactive the automobile.” Real and imaginary space vehi- petersen.org/overland. Pixar Discovery Center for children, which is home The Petersen Automotive Museum is open from to the Cars Mechanical Institute. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, and will “As the state of California has continued to remain closed on Mondays. Tickets must be pur- reopen, we are excited to reopen along with it and chased in advance. All guests are required to wear resume some of the initiatives and experiences we masks. had in place pre-pandemic,” Petersen Automotive The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at Museum Executive Director Terry L. Karges said. 6060 Wilshire Blvd. For information, visit “The Petersen experience is educational by nature petersen.org/tickets. Goodall exhibition premieres at Natural History Museum Dr. Jane Goodall, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, has created an indelible legacy in the fields of sci- photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum ence and conservation, and her lega- The 1966 Triumph T120 cy will be celebrated in the West Coast premiere of “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall,” a new exhibition on view at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County beginning Nov. 7. Produced in partnership with the National Geographic Society and the Jane Goodall Institute, the exhi- bition explores Goodall’s life — from her early years as an intrepid young woman with a dream to learn photo by Michael Nichols/National Geographic about animals in Africa, to her cur- “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall,” organized by the rent role as an activist, mentor and Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and the Jane Goodall advocate for creating a better world. Institute, will begin in November. This exhibition debuted at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, D.C., in November National Park and immersed herself journal; and a hologram-like pro- 2019 and has since traveled to the by observing chimpanzees in their jection of Goodall sharing her mem- Field Museum in Chicago. natural habitat. Her work studying ories in Gombe and recalling her “We are honored to present this the lives of chimpanzees in the wild thoughts, feelings, impressions and marvelous exhibition and share Jane captured the imagination of the lessons learned while living among Goodall’s journey with audiences world. Rather than seeing the ani- chimpanzees. from all over the world,” said Dr. mals as subjects, she came to know Additionally, guests can experi- Lori Bettison-Varga, president and them as individuals with personali- ence interactive immersive activi- director of the Natural History ties and emotions, a notion once ties, including one in which visitors Museums of Los Angeles County. rejected by the scientific world yet can test their skills at matching the “As we emerge from the past year now considered revolutionary. pant-hoot vocalization of a chim- and continue on a path towards The exhibition will offer a multi- panzee; hear updates on the current healing, Dr. Goodall’s life and work screen experience introducing visi- state of Gombe Stream National provide an unparalleled example of tors to Goodall’s extraordinary Park and the chimpanzee range in how curiosity can lead to environ- work, alongside surprising encoun- Africa, along with the work of the mental stewardship with tremen- ters with digitally rendered chim- innovative scientists and conserva- dous impact.” panzees; a replica of Goodall’s tionists who are following in Widely known for her innovative research tent, offering a hands-on Goodall’s footsteps. approach to animal behavior experience where visitors can envi- Tickets will go on sale in early research, Goodall traveled to what is sion themselves as scientists jotting fall. For information, visit now Tanzania’s Gombe Stream down observations in their field nhm.org/becoming-jane.

display in first-floor galleries. Museum extends hours on Fridays Advanced timed-ticket reserva- tions are no longer required and The Natural History Museum NHM Grill. The ground and first walk-ups are welcome. However, of Los Angeles County in floors of the museum will also reserving general admission, spe- Exposition Park has announced remain open, including the cial exhibition and theater tickets extended summer hours from 5 to Butterfly Pavilion, Nature Lab, in advance is encouraged. 8 p.m. every Friday from July 9 Dinosaur Hall, 3D Theater and The Natural History Museum through Aug. 6. diorama halls. NHM’s two of L.A. County is located at 900 Visitors can enjoy live DJs in newest exhibitions, “Spiky, Exposition Blvd. the Nature Gardens, do-it-your- Hairy, Shiny: Insects of L.A.” For information and to pur- self activities for families and and “Rise Up L.A.: A History of chase tickets, visit nhm.org/nhm- food and beverages from the Votes for Women” will also be on extended-hours. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 21 July 8, 2021

FromE-scooters page 1 a concern for some in WeHo license or instructional permit, and Wagman said the company will business model.” only one person is allowed on the field and respond to complaints Rodriguez suggested that resi- devices at a time. The program calls about the pilot program from 7 a.m. dents interested in utilizing the for users to stay off the sidewalk, to 10 p.m. daily. devices look into purchasing a ride as far to the right of a traffic “This is all a really good opportu- scooter instead. lane as possible and use bike lanes nity to obtain those best practices, Erickson said that, a few years when available. especially since every community ago, he rode an e-scooter to help Parking Operations Supervisor is a little different,” he said, adding him get to his job downtown when Coby Wagman, one of the program that city staff will be monitoring the his car needed repairs. He said he administrators, said helmets are program “very closely.” has not used one since the pilot pro- only required for riders under the Feedback about the e-scooter gram began, but he plans to ride age of 18. However, enforcing that program has been mixed since it and park it responsibly. rule will have its challenges, he was introduced. Manny Rodriguez, “This is the type of stuff that said, adding that city staff members vice president of the West helps with climate change … and rendering courtesy of Faring Faring has proposed an all-electric building for 9176 Sunset Blvd. in are meeting with representatives of Hollywood West Residents only further emphasizes how we the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Association, said there are a num- think about how people get West Hollywood. Station today to discuss the pro- ber of residents who do not support around,” the councilman said. gram. it. However, safety is a major con- Ultimately, it would be at the dis- Generally, he does not have an cern, especially for members of the cretion of the sheriff’s department issue with the e-scooters them- city’s disabled and elderly commu- Jaguar dealership moves to cite any riders who are using the selves; instead, he takes issue with nities, Erickson said. devices illegally, Wagman said. the business model. Rodriguez said “We want to make sure they can He couldn’t specify how many the companies operate on a false be on the sidewalk without the fear have participated in the pilot pro- premise: that riders will use the of getting hit by a scooter,” he Fromfrom page 1WeHo to L.A. gram to date, but the city will have devices in a safe manner to get to added. data to analyze in the next month or and from their jobs. Erickson said the city will contin- foot structure would have an floor retail that caters to offices,” two. Like Erickson, Wagman said “That is a miniscule number of ue to tweak the program to ensure LED digital billboard wrapped he said. “It definitely checks off he had not heard of any injuries and people that are using them lawfully that it is being utilized in a respon- around its exterior. It would also one of the objectives.” that the only complaint so far has and to go to work,” he said, adding sible manner. He said there are be West Hollywood’s first all- The site was also once home to been improperly parked devices. that he believes the devices are many residents who support the electric building, using no natural the Cock ‘n Bull, a restaurant and “It’s actually been a very good nothing other than a joyride. “It program, as evidenced by the num- gas for heating or other opera- pub frequented by celebrities roll out,” he said. “Usually, really opens the door to unaccount- ber of people who discussed it with tions. Faring hopes to receive before it was demolished in 1987 [improperly parked devices are] the ability and this disposable attitude him while he was campaigning for approval and begin the project to make way for the Jaguar deal- result of a customer not being about this device.” City Council. next summer. ership. The potential cultural sig- aware of the parking rules or just Rodriguez said he has seen riders “Obviously, there are always “The 9176 Sunset project will nificance of the site will be stud- not paying attention.” on the sidewalk and e-scooters going to be individuals who do not transform a key western gateway ied in the draft EIR and local The city has designated more abandoned, including one that had want this,” he said. “We have to rely to the city of West Hollywood preservationists are monitoring than 10 “corrals” for riders to park been on Melrose Avenue for four on data and what is working best for and bring new life to that end of Faring’s proposed development. the devices. While the city recom- days. He said he doesn’t see how our city.” the world-famous Sunset Strip,” “We’re currently reviewing the mends using the corrals, Wagman the city will keep e-scooters from For information, visit said Jake Stevens, vice president initial study report for any impli- stressed that users are permitted to impacting pedestrians. weho.org/city-government/city- of Faring, in a statement. “Faring cations the proposed project may park the devices in an off-street “They’re not going to stop for departments/planning-and-develop- is immensely proud to bring the have on cultural and historic location that does not block pedes- you, and the sheriff is not interest- ment-services/long-range-and- first ever all-electric class-A resources,” said Victor trian access to the sidewalk. ed,” Rodriguez said. “So far, I’m mobility-planning. To report issues, building to West Hollywood.” Omelczenko, board president of West Hollywood has contracted not impressed, and I think West call (213)247-7720, visit Dereck Purificacion, associate the West Hollywood with ABM, which provides parking Hollywood is kidding itself if they weho.org/services/services/service- planner for the city of West Preservation Alliance. “We look management services for the city, to think they can tame this reckless, requests or e-mail parkingcon- Hollywood, said the new all- forward to participating in the help manage the pilot program. impulse-driven, unaccountable [email protected]. electric building conforms with July 21 public scoping meeting the city’s goal of adding more via Zoom.” environmentally friendly devel- Kurges said she did not have opments. The Sunset Strip any further information about the Garcetti celebrates new city department leaders Specific Pan, which guides old dealership and property on development in that area, also Sunset Boulevard, but added that Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti of Sanitation, Abigail Marquez as tor of the Youth Development calls for uses that serve offices. things are going well at the new last month celebrated the confirma- the first general manager of the Department. The site is just west of Doheny site on South La Brea Avenue. tion of three new department lead- Community Investment for “These three public servants are Drive near the Beverly Hills bor- “There is a brand-new Target ers: Barbara Romero as executive Families Department and Lisa the right leaders to carry forward der in an area where other office across the street and there are a director of the Los Angeles Bureau Salazar as interim executive direc- my administration’s work to make buildings are located, lot of nice little restaurants and Los Angeles a place that is synony- Purificacion said. shops,” she added. “It’s a great mous with economic opportunity, “In this area, one of the objec- neighborhood. We are very glad tackles our biggest problems head tives is to encourage ground- to be here.” on and sets the highest possible LAPF installs demo forest standard for city services,” Garcetti said. “Barbara, Abigail and Lisa allocation of federal grants. She the mayor’s office, Salazar oversaw exemplify the very best of our city’s also helped to resolve the city’s fis- the city’s YouthSource and at Bette Davis Park values and ideals, and I have no cal audit with the United States FamilySource Systems, providing doubt they will excel in their Department of Housing and Urban programmatic and fiscal oversight respective roles.” Development. of more than $50 million federal, Romero has served as the deputy Since 2016, Salazar has served as state and local grants. Salazar also mayor of city services since March the mayor’s director of workforce served as the director of the Youth 2015, overseeing the implementa- development and economic oppor- Opportunity Movement Center in tion of the mayor’s priorities at 15 tunity, where she led the develop- Boyle Heights, now named the city departments. Prior to her ser- ment of new policies, programs and Boyle Heights Technology vice as deputy mayor, Romero also partnerships. Prior to her service in YouthSource Center. served as a commissioner on the city’s Board of Public Works over- seeing the Bureau of Sanitation and as a City Planning Commissioner. Lieu, Padilla support Newsom’s She also spent a decade working for the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority as its chief efforts on homelessness of urban projects and watershed U.S. Rep. Ted W. Lieu (D- Department of Housing and planning. Torrance) and Sen. Alex Padilla (D- Urban Development’s 2020 Marquez has spent 17 years California) are leading an effort Annual Homeless Assessment working for the city to advance with 25 members of the California Report, California’s homeless anti-poverty programs and policies. delegation to vocalize support for population increased by nearly photo courtesy of LAPF Since 2016, Marquez has served as California’s $1 billion in annual, 7% early last year to an estimated The Los Angeles Parks Foundation has installed a native plant assistant general manager for the ongoing funding for local jurisdic- 161,548 prior to the pandemic. In demonstration “forest” at the Bette Davis Picnic area in Griffith Park. Housing and Community tions to address homelessness. In a Los Angeles County, the number This Miyiwaki forest is based on a model developed in Japan and Investment Department overseeing letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom, the jumped 13% over the same period is designed to fight climate change and restore the native ecosystem the Community Services and members also expressed their to 66,436. with the intensive planting of native plants and trees. Development Bureau. In that role, endorsement of programs to sup- “Ongoing funding will help This is the first project of its kind in a Los Angeles city park and is Marquez helped to increase the plement California’s efforts to ensure a comprehensive solution to part of the foundation’s Park Forest Initiative. Domestic Violence Shelter budget, address homelessness with federal this crisis … The federal govern- For information, visit laparksfoundation.org/initiatives/los-ange- implement several key COVID- resources. ment is eager to partner in this les-park-forests. response programs and oversaw the According to the U.S. endeavor,” the members wrote. 22 July 8, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

FromPolice page 1 bill lacks full support of BH council and “accountability” need to be put Gold’s stance was also rebutted do so at every turn. The council in place for police officers, as in by Beverly Hills resident Max majority’s failure to signal support some cases, the officers accused of Brockman, who spoke during pub- for this bill is just further evidence misconduct have more rights than lic comment in support of the of their longstanding, misguided members of the public, especially George Floyd Justice in Policing and callous embrace of existing Black people, who are dispropor- Act. inequities at the expense of social tionately affected by police brutali- “I was disappointed, though not justice.” ty. at all surprised, to see the Beverly Last month, U.S. Rep. Karen “There’s nothing wrong with get- Hills City Council majority decline Bass (D-Los Angeles) and U.S. ting police expertise, but you have to support the George Floyd Sens. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and to understand that in some cases, Justice in Policing Act,” Brockman Tim Scott (R-S.C.) announced a their interests are going to be to pro- said in an email. “The council preliminary agreement on the bill tect their members rather than to majority has had countless oppor- that may allow it to move forward. create accountability,” Mirisch said. tunities to reform or exercise A spokesman for Bass did not photo by Cameron Kiszla “Their input is important, but I meaningful oversight of our police return requests for comment before After the death of George Floyd last year, protesters frequented Beverly Hills, don’t think it should be definitive.” department, but has neglected to press time. seeking accountability for police officers accused of brutality and misconduct.

Hotel ordinance to be considered on July 19 From page 1 paid and overworked before the pandemic, and now, after they were laid off due to COVID-19 closures, many of them remain jobless, despite a strengthening tourism industry. In an email, Shyne said “the pandemic devastated the hotel industry, especially the hotel workers who were predominately photo courtesy of LADWP laid off.” Honeywell’s Benny Dehghi, L.A. City Attorney Mike Feuer, L.A. City “Even before the pandemic, Councilman Paul Krekorian and LADWP’s Martin Adams toast to con- there was need to have stronger struction underway in North Hollywood to expand L.A.’s groundwater protections for hotel workers, but remediation efforts. the pandemic made the situation worse,” she said. “As we look to measures for economic recovery, photo by Cameron Kiszla we need to make sure recovery Norma Hernandez, a former Mondrian Hotel housekeeper for 13 includes everyone.” Construction underway on years, said she wants her job back. Horvath added in an email that “West Hollywood’s economy groundwater treatment facilities relies heavily on travel and have ulterior motives. Genevieve are short on employees. tourism, which means our hospi- Morrill, president and CEO of the “The hotels are looking for peo- The Los Angeles Department of draw on local sources of clean tality industry workers, in many West Hollywood Chamber of ple to work,” she said. “The union Water and Power is implementing a water is pivotal to a sustainable ways, are the lifeblood of our Commerce, which is supporting is fabricating information to [gar- landmark settlement agreement future for L.A.” community.” and advocating for SOS WeHo, ner] public and political support with Honeywell that will signifi- Honeywell’s predecessors manu- “Especially coming out of a said the ordinance is a “political under the auspice of this being cantly expedite the remediation of factured and tested aircraft parts global health pandemic where audition” for the council members worker protection. It has nothing groundwater in the San Fernando and other industrial equipment these frontline workers faced who were “elected recently and to do with worker protection. This Basin that is due to, among other beginning in the 1940s at a facility great risks – including loss of someone who is running for high- has to do with the union having factors, past industrial contamina- in North Hollywood known as the employment altogether – our city er office.” Shyne was elected late collective bargaining agreements tion. Former Bendix Site. The USEPA must take seriously the well- last year, and Horvath is running with our hotels.” As part of the historic agreement, and the Los Angeles Regional being of our hotel workers, as for Los Angeles County Morrill added that people look- Honeywell is designing, funding Water Quality Control Board deter- well as the guests they will Supervisor. ing for jobs could be hired at local and is currently constructing mined that operations at several accommodate and usher in a restaurants, which are also desper- groundwater treatment facilities. industrial facilities, including recovery that includes all mem- ate for workers. When fully operational, the facili- Honeywell’s predecessors’ opera- bers of our community,” she said. “The union is “There’s a gazillion articles that ties will help expand LADWP’s tions at the Former Bendix Site, On July 1, Danielle Wilson, we have a nationwide labor short- ongoing groundwater cleanup resulted in contamination to the organizer with Unite Here Local trying to insert age right now, that people aren’t efforts in the North Hollywood area groundwater resources in the area 11, led a protest outside the 236- coming back to work. This is of the SFB by treating approxi- designated by USEPA as the North room Mondrian Hotel, located at themselves as ridiculous, what they’re saying,” mately 2.8 billion gallons of Hollywood Operable Unit. 8440 Sunset Blvd. in West the third-party she said. groundwater annually. The Honeywell settlement agree- Hollywood. Approximately 300 Horvath said “there seems to be Honeywell has also agreed to ment is the latest testament to workers were laid off from the certification a disconnect” between the hotels treat a potential additional 2.1 bil- LADWP’s dedication to restoring Mondrian alone, according to and the workers. She added that lion gallons of groundwater annual- SFB groundwater to a sustainable, Unite Here Local 11. company for she’s met with hotel managers ly, to be provided to LADWP, long-term resource, and protecting “Does this city stand on the side the hotels.” who have struggled finding work- should groundwater in the area public health and the environment. of the housekeepers and the dish- ers – even offering signing bonus- require additional remediation to This agreement is part of a larger, washers who make up the back- -Genevieve Morrill, es of $1,000 – as well as workers achieve certain drinking water stan- coordinated effort between bone of our economy, or does it president and CEO of the who haven’t been able to find jobs dards. This amounts to the potential LADWP and USEPA to hold stand with a mega-rich company West Hollywood at all, “let alone jobs with signing for 4.9 billion gallons of treated responsible parties in the area like Pebblebrook [Hotel Trust], Chamber of Commerce bonuses.” water over the lifetime of the agree- accountable for their historic pro- which owns the Mondrian … “An ordinance like the one that ment, which would offset the need duction of hazardous materials and What side are we on, West the council will consider has the for LADWP to purchase the equiv- the resulting groundwater contami- Hollywood? Pebblebrook claims ability to help resolve these issues alent amount in imported water. nation in the SFB. that there is a labor shortage, yet In addition, hotels that bargain by establishing retention and The United States Environmental For information, visit the workers behind me who have with the union would be exempt recall policies,” Horvath said. Protection Agency is overseeing ladwp.com. dedicated decades of their life to from the ordinance, Morrill “Workers will know they’ll be Honeywell’s cleanup work, a peri- the industry have yet to be called argued, providing leverage for able to go back to work in the jobs od of time expected to last many back to work, and that ain’t right,” Unite Here Local 11 in negotia- they had, and hotel managers will decades. LADWP estimates that the Answers From Page 23 Wilson said. tions. know they’ll have employees avoided cost of replacement water Lester Aponte, president of the “The union is trying to insert back on the job who know their will provide up to $717 million in Stonewall Democratic Club, also themselves as the third-party cer- standards and expectations.” cost savings to its ratepayers over spoke during the protest “in soli- tification company for the hotels,” Shyne said she’s awaiting more the next 50 years. darity” with the hotel workers. she said. “They’re trying to force information from city staff on the “As the southland faces another “If you’re listening, West collective bargaining agreements status of hotel workers in the city. dry year, the need for a resilient Hollywood City Council, it’s time with the hotels by doing that.” “I look forward to reading the water supply is all the more evident. to do justice for these workers,” As for the employees who are staff report for this item when we This historic settlement helps Aponte said. seeking to return to work, Morrill receive it, hearing from members ensure that Valley residents will On the other side of the issue, a argued that there may be union- of the public and discussing this have an additional source of clean hotel-backed advocacy group related or other issues keeping item with my colleagues at the drinking water for decades to called SOS WeHo claims the them from their jobs, as she has July 19 City Council meeting,” come,” Los Angeles City Attorney union and the council members heard from local hotels that they Shyne said. 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