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Volume 30 No. 14 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities April 2, 2020 WeHo officials work to Friedman new mayor of Beverly Hills n Wunderlich now vice keep community informed mayor; installation n City prepares for next council meeting on April 6 ceremony canceled BY JOSE HERRERA BY CAMERON KISZLA

People listen to each other when On March 31, the Beverly Hills they need advice or help in solving City Council held the swearing in a problem, but during an emer- of the two winners of the March 3 gency, such as the coronavirus pan- election and chose a new mayor demic, it’s vital to obtain the right and vice mayor. information from trusted sources. Contrary to last year’s reorgani- In the city of West Hollywood, zation meeting, which was held in Mayor Pro Tempore Lindsey the Academy of Motion Picture photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Horvath will be participating in Arts and Sciences’ Samuel Mayor Lester Friedman, bottom center, was sworn in by City Clerk Israeli-American Civic Action Goldwyn Theater and featured Huma Ahmed, top left, via teleconference on March 31. Network’s Virtual Town Hall Series musical performances and lengthy tonight, April 2, at 7 p.m. to discuss speeches, the 2020 reorganization 3 and thus won a third term on the stronger now more than ever,” she the latest developments with the was held via teleconference as a council, thanked the community said. COVID-19 pandemic and its photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood result of the coronavirus pandemic. for “believing in me and trusting Councilman Julian Gold, who impact on West Hollywood. West Hollywood Mayor Pro Tem - On March 26, the City Council in me,” though she noted the finished second on March 3 and ICAN has partnered with pore Lindsey Horvath will partici- – in a joint special meeting with ongoing coronavirus pandemic also secured a third term, noted Congregation Kol Ami, located at the Advisory Medical Task Force left her with “very mixed emo- that the newly elected council 200 N. La Brea Ave., and the two pate in a virtual town hall tonight, April 2. – canceled the celebratory meet- tions.” members’ speeches, which are organizations will ask Horvath ing planned for April 6 and sched- “My heart is very, very full right normally celebratory, had a much questions about the city’s efforts weho.org/city-government/emer- uled the installation meeting to be now, but … really, what’s on my more serious tone this year. Like and response to the virus. The virtu- gency-information in English, part of the March 31 council meet- mind first and foremost is the Bosse, he also appealed to the al meeting is open to the public by Spanish and Russian. ing. health and safety of our communi- resolve of the people of Beverly registering at israelusa.org/events. As part of the emergency All five council members ty and the health and safety of our Hills and painted a picture of a For those who are unable to par- response, the city organized an addressed the impact of the coron- world … Although we are physi- brighter future once the coron- ticipate, updates and information on emergency supply drive at Plummer avirus during their brief remarks. cally apart, we need each other avirus crisis passes. West Hollywood’s response to the Councilwoman Lili Bosse, who now more than ever, and I’ve coronavirus can be found by visiting See WeHo page 18 was the top vote-getter on March found we’ve come together even See Mayor page 18 Beverly Hills authorizes Wilshire closure Officers show heart with n With businesses closed, Metro off-duty grocery delivery work given priority n Wilshire Division BY CAMERON KISZLA program serves While the coronavirus pandemic seniors and others in has brought many sectors of the economy to a halt, construction was need declared an essential business and BY EDWIN FOLVEN has continued, including the work on Metro’s Purple Line Extension Officers at the Los Angeles in Beverly Hills. Police Department’s Wilshire With many other businesses Division are extending a lifeline closed or are working by appoint- to seniors, people with disabili- ment only, the Los Angeles County ties and other vulnerable commu- Metropolitan Transportation nity members through Operation Authority said some steps that Blue Heart, a volunteer program would have seemed impossible dur- photo by Cameron Kiszla in which authorities are deliver- ing normal times, such as a full clo- Metro expects Purple Line Extension construction to proceed at a faster ing groceries and essentials to sure of Wilshire Boulevard, will pace during the full closure of three blocks of Wilshire Boulevard. people in need. allow more piling, decking and The program was launched last other work to take place. Beverly Drive at the intersection one of those cliched situations week by Capt. Shannon Paulson, “The businesses are closed at this with Wilshire. The closure can go about making lemonade out of commanding officer of the photo courtesy of Mitch Jacoves time. That will allow work to occur into effect as early as today, April 2, lemons,” Councilman John Mirisch Wilshire Division, who wanted to Miracle Mile resident and police when there’s minimal vehicular and and detours for drivers will use said. provide an extra level of service volunteer Mitch Jacoves delivers pedestrian traffic in the area,” said Burton Way and La Cienega The construction crews will be during the coronavirus public groceries as part of Operation Robert Welch, engineering manag- Boulevard, Beverly and Santa able to undo the full closure and health emergency. Realizing Blue Heart. er for the city of Beverly Hills Monica boulevards. return the streets to their partially there are many scams online and Public Works Department. Other than some extended work- closed states with five days’ notice. that many people may be afraid program off-duty. She received On March 31, the Beverly Hills ing hours – hauling can now take Depending on how long the clo- to venture out to grocery stores, an overwhelmingly positive City Council voted unanimously to place during morning and evening sure remains in place, as much as pharmacies and essential busi- response authorize the closure of three rush hour – the stipulations of the six months could be shaved off the nesses because of crowds, “I thought if I came up with blocks of Wilshire Boulevard – city’s memorandum of agreement construction schedule, which was Paulson emailed the station’s per- maybe eight or 10 volunteers from Crescent Drive to Beverly with Metro remain in place. sonnel to ask if officers were Drive – as well as the closure of “I like the concept. This is truly See Council page 19 willing to participate in such a See LAPD page 19 2 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Farmers’ markets close until Cedars-Sinai joins testing for COVID-19 drug Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has plans for distancing are OK’d joined an international effort to test an experimental antiviral drug as a potential treatment for COVID-19. n open. Many of the Original Original Farmers Farmers Market’s restaurants are The medical center expects to enroll Market, corner of offering prepared food for take- its first clinical trial participant this out and delivery. Grocers are week. Third and Fairfax, stocked with meat and poultry, Cedars-Sinai is among dozens of remains open fresh produce, eggs, pantry sites around the world participating essentials and specialty foods. in the clinical trial, sponsored by the Los Angeles Mayor Eric Delivery is available by visiting National Institute of Allergy and Garcetti issued an order on mercato.com. For information, Infectious Diseases of the National March 30 to close farmers’ mar- visit farmersmarketla.com. Institutes of Health. The trial is eval- kets throughout the city pending The mayor’s order pertained to uating remdesivir, an investigational drug developed by the biopharma- a review of each market’s opera- many neighborhood farmers’ photo by Edwin Folven ceutical company Gilead Sciences. tional plan to implement social markets, such as the Hollywood A clinical trial will test the effectiveness and safety of the antiviral drug. distancing of at least 6 feet. Farmers Market, operated by Remdesivir is in a class of antivi- “We have seen images of dan- Sustainable Economic ral drugs designed to inhibit an gerously crowded farmers mar- Enterprises of Los Angeles, and enzyme that certain viruses, includ- “We need randomized, controlled Tapson emphasized that the trial kets – so I’m announcing the the Miracle Mile, La Brea and ing the one that causes COVID-19, studies to verify that remdesivir is involves many contributors, includ- temporary suspension of farmers Larchmont farmers’ markets, require to replicate themselves. The both safe and effective,” Tapson ing critical care and infectious dis- markets pending city review of which are operated by Raw drug is not approved by the Food said. “That is why this clinical trial is eases experts, pulmonologists, anes- physical distancing plans needed Inspiration. Inquiries to SEE-LA and Drug Administration. At pre- so important.” thesiologists, critical care nurses and to keep communities safe,” and Raw Inspiration seeking sent, there are no specific FDA- Cedars-Sinai plans to enroll up to pulmonary fellows and residents. In Garcetti said. “We will review information about whether they approved therapeutics to treat people 30 hospitalized COVID-19 patients an NIH news release announcing the plans immediately so markets would remain open were not with COVID-19. for the trial. One group will receive multicenter clinical trial, Dr. can stay open this week.” answered by press time. Websites In animal studies, remdesivir has 200 milligrams of remdesivir Anthony S. Fauci, director of the The order did not apply to the for both companies said their shown promise in counteracting administered intravenously on the National Institute of Allergy and Original Farmers Market, corner farmers’ markets would remain other types of coronaviruses that first day, followed by a once-a-day Infectious Diseases and a member of of Third and Fairfax, which has open and social distancing has caused two prior outbreaks of deadly maintenance dose of 100 milligrams the U.S. Coronavirus Task Force, restaurants, butcher shops, a gro- been implemented. Customers respiratory diseases, SARS and for the duration of hospitalization, stressed the trial’s significance. cery store, post office and other are advised to check websites or MERS, said Dr. Victor Tapson, up to 10 days. The control group will “We urgently need a safe and essential businesses that remain call for updates. Cedars-Sinai site director for the receive a placebo drug that appears effective treatment for COVID-19. National Institutes of Health remde- identical to remdesivir but lacks the Although remdesivir has been sivir trial. active ingredient. administered to some patients with In a few anecdotal cases, signifi- At the end of the trial period, the COVID-19, we do not have solid County approves new safety cant improvement has been reported investigators will compare outcomes data to indicate it can improve clini- in COVID-19 patients who were of the treatment and control groups cal outcomes,” Fauci said. “A ran- administered remdesivir, said on clinical severity, hospitalization domized, placebo-controlled trial is measures for grocery stores Tapson, who directs clinical research and mortality, and also evaluate the the gold standard for determining if at the Women’s Guild Lung Institute drug’s safety. A timeline for when an experimental treatment can bene- The Los Angeles County Board stores and shopping carts between at Cedars-Sinai. But individual cases the drug would be available if testing fit patients.” of Supervisors approved a motion uses, require employees to wash are not enough to prove the drug yields positive results for treatment For information, visit cedars- on March 30 to protect retail gro- their hands every 30 minutes and works, he explained. was not available. sinai.org. cery, drug store and food delivery provide sanitizing stations at the workers during the COVID-19 pan- entrance of all stores. It also demic. required them to provide adequate The motion authored by security to enforce social distanc- Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, ing, establish operating hours to 2nd District, and co-authored by restock, provide access to COVID- Supervisor Janice Hann, 4th 19 testing and support employees in District, aims to provide workers addressing childcare and family with the supplies, tools and equip- needs. The measure prohibits retal- ment necessary to protect them and iation against employees for exer- the public. cising their rights. “As the necessary precautions to For information, visit pub- protect our most first responders lichealth.lacounty.gov. and health care workers are being put in place across the country, we must not forget our workers in the delivery service industry,” Ridley- Thomas said. “In these difficult times, a visit to the grocery store Founded 1946 makes extraordinarily clear that food and grocery delivery drivers 5150 WILSHIRE BLVD. are essential workers and we must SUITE 330 do all that we can to protect them.” P.O. BOX 36036 Since the Los Angeles County LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 Board of Supervisors declared a (323)933-5518 BEVERLY HILLS OFFICE: local emergency on March 4 and 8440 WILSHIRE BLVD. SUITE 2B the Los Angeles County Health BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 Officer issued a revised Safer at WWW.BEVERLYPRESS.COM Home order on March 21, retail grocery and drug stores have remained open to provide essential Michael Villalpando services while many other brick and PUBLISHER

mortar stores have temporarily Karen Villalpando closed to prevent the spread of EDITOR & PUBLISHER COVID-19. Many people who are particularly vulnerable to the coron- Edwin Folven avirus, including those aged 65 and [email protected] EDITOR older or with underlying health con- ditions, have turned to food deliv- Cameron Kiszla ery services. [email protected] “We’re now two weeks into this REPORTER crisis and we still do not have uni- form standards across all grocery Jose Herrera stores and pharmacies to protect [email protected] workers and customers. Grocery REPORTER

workers are essential and they need Jill Weinlein, Tim Posada, basic protections no matter where Rebecca Villalpando, Emily Jilg they are working,” said John Grant, CONTRIBUTING WRITERS president of UFCW Local 770, a

union representing grocery store The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are employees and other workers. weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- The motion calls for employers pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal to sanitize and stock all bathrooms advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court with necessary supplies, clean Order No 736637. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 April 2, 2020 4 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Street racing crash on Highland leaves three dead n Vehicles collide with each other then strike palm tree in median

By edwin folven Three men were killed on March 30 when the two vehicles they were in collided with each other during an illegal street race and then struck a palm tree on the Highland Avenue median, just south of Melrose Avenue, police said. The collision occurred at approx- imately 1:55 a.m. and left car parts photo by Edwin Folven and debris scattered across A fire on March 28 caused heavy damage to a Koreatown restaurant. Highland Avenue south to Clinton Street. The vehicles, two BMW sedans, had been traveling at a “very high rate of speed,” said Fires damage restaurant Officer Joel Twycross, with the Los Angeles Police Department’s West photo courtesy of the LAPD’s West Traffic Division Traffic Division. Two men were Detectives determined the collision on Highland Avenue – in which three pronounced dead at the scene and a people died and another was injured – involved street racing. and vacant residences third was taken to Cedars-Sinai n ly contained to the restaurant Medical Center, where he died. A Separate blazes space. A storefront housing a 21-year-old female passenger in cars collided with each other, Avenue between Melrose and were unrelated Wells Fargo ATM on the first one of the cars sustained non-life- careened off the roadway and Wilshire because people are just floor below the restaurant was threatening injuries and was treated struck a palm tree, which collapsed going too fast.” on the median, Twycross said. The triple-fatality collision on By edwin folven designated uninhabitable, as was at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, a vacant space. Twycross said. Authorities have not determined Highland Avenue occurred a day Firefighters battled three sepa- LAFD personnel also The Los Angeles County how fast the vehicles were travel- after a Ferrari crashed on Melrose rate blazes last weekend that left responded to a fire in a vacant Medical Examiner-Coroner’s ing and whether the occupants of Avenue near Vista Street. a restaurant in a Koreatown strip apartment building off an alley Office identified two of the dece- the vehicles were wearing seat- Photographs of the collision were mall and two vacant residences in the 900 block of N. El Centro dents: Nathaniel Joseph, 28, and belts, Twycross said. The investi- posted on social media by the in Hollywood uninhabitable. Ave. in Hollywood at approxi- Keante Hoyett, 27. Joseph is a res- gation is ongoing and will likely Melrose Action Neighborhood The fires were unrelated, and mately 7:40 a.m. on March 29. ident of Inglewood, but the coro- take days or weeks to complete. Watch. No injuries were reported no injuries were reported. The The fire was extinguished in 19 ner’s office has not identified “They were street racing, that and Twycross did not have any first occurred at approximately minutes and confined to the sec- Hoyett’s city of residence, said Lt. has been confirmed. They knocked information about that collision. 11:45 p.m. on March 28 in the ond-floor of the building. Rudy Molano. Twycross identified over a 60-foot palm tree. I have He said street racing continues to Bak Kung 2 Korean barbecue At approximately 3:35 p.m. on the third decedent as Jarred Morris, seen semi-trucks hit palm trees and be a problem, however, and police restaurant at 233 S. Vermont March 29, firefighters were 27. His city of residence was also bounce off, so to have a BMW will be looking for people racing Ave. The second-story restaurant called to a blaze at 5542 W. not available. knock one down is insane,” driving recklessly to protect public was closed, and the cause Romaine St. The fire erupted in a Using security video footage, Twycross said. “People tend to safety. remains under investigation. back house but spread to a one- investigators determined the two think of Highland Avenue as a Anyone with information about Firefighters arrived to find story single-family home in BMWs were heading south at high major street, and too often, people the collisions are asked to call flames coming from the roof, front. The fire was extinguished speeds on Highland Avenue as they speed down Highland. We have a detectives with the LAPD’s West which later partially collapsed in 21 minutes. Both structures passed Melrose Avenue. The two lot of accidents on Highland Traffic Division at (213)473-0234. and hampered efforts to extin- sustained significant damage and guish the blaze, Los Angeles Fire were designated uninhabitable. Department spokeswoman The cause remains under investi- Margaret Stewart said. The fire gation. No damage or loss esti- was extinguished in one hour mate was provided for any of the and 16 minutes and was primari- three fires. County reorganizes leadership in emergency response management The Los Angeles County Board law enforcement activities. of Supervisors adopted new proto- Los Angeles County Sheriff cols on March 31 for managing Alex Villanueva was initially criti- emergency response to ensure bet- cal of the move. He joined county ter coordination, planning and officials on March 31 and stated communication to the public. that the sheriff’s department will The changes, which were made comply and continue its important following an extensive review after role in emergency response. the 2018 Woolsey Fire, take effect “Since the sheriff’s department immediately. The vote on the code is no longer responsible for the changes had originally been sched- emergency management opera- uled for March 17, but the meeting tions of this crisis, our personnel was canceled due to the COVID-19 who are currently at the county emergency. emergency operations center are The board said the action coin- going to remain there,” Villanueva cides with best practices through- said. “The ball is in play and we are out the nation and state of not going to let the ball drop at any California. Although federal and time. When the board of supervi- state emergency management sys- sors develops a transition plan, we tems were updated following the are more than willing to start 9/11 attacks, L.A. County’s emer- replacing our personnel with their gency services ordinance has personnel as appropriate. I want to remained essentially unchanged reassure the public that we are not since the 1970s. going to drop the ball. Our job is to Under the changes, the County provide public safety and that Code specifies that the chief exec- remains our number one priority.” utive officer is responsible for The revisions shift the authority coordinating activities related to to activate the county’s Emergency emergency preparedness, response Operations Center to the Office of and recovery. It specifies that the Emergency Management, enabling sheriff will no longer be in charge the EOC to serve as the hub coordi- of emergency operations but con- nating regional disaster response. tinues to be responsible for opera- For information, visit tional command and control over lacounty.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 April 2, 2020 Beverly Hills continues coronavirus response n City Council offers impacts due to the coronavirus and their rent payments unnecessarily. required missed rents to be repaid “Our goal here is really to support more help for renters, within one year, as opposed to the the most vulnerable, but … there threatens fines for six-month deadline included in the are people who don’t need help who urgency ordinance. could easily pay the rent, and I think gatherings In addition, the city chose a form they should,” Gold said. “That has BY CAMERON KISZLA for renters to fill out when they are to be adjudicated somehow, and if unable to pay. That form will be it’s not by the word ‘substantial,’ As the impacts of the coronavirus filed with the city, and disputes we’re going to see a lot of this in pandemic continue to be felt, the between residential renters and front of the commission.” Beverly Hills City Council took a landlords will be decided by the With concerns about making the series of actions on March 31 to city. First, city staff will attempt to process too difficult on renters who protect public safety and alleviate resolve the dispute. If those discus- are already in a tough situation, the some of the financial concerns of sions are unsuccessful, the matter council decided to use the word photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills residents and businesses in the city. will be heard by a City Council ad substantial, but remove the 20% In Beverly Hills, there have been reports of people playing team sports, The council amended the urgency hoc committee or the city’s Rent definition. which is contrary to social distancing guidelines. ordinance that was passed on March Stabilization Commission. The “I think the intent of this ordi- 16 to prevent the evictions of com- council decided that disputes over nance is that it not be a trivial mayor send a letter or the city attor- mation is combined. mercial and residential tenants. commercial rents should be handled change. If we have no language at ney contact Spectrum,” Mirisch said. “We’re reaching out more proac- Among several new changes, the by the courts. all indicating it goes beyond a triv- The council also chose to defer tively,” she added. council explicitly included a mora- The term “substantial” was a ial change [in income], there’s no transit occupancy tax payments In addition, the Community torium on evictions based on the point of debate between council indication that it should be a mean- from hotels. The February TOT Services Department has launched Ellis Act – when landlords evict members, as it was initially defined ingful drop,” Vice Mayor Robert payments were due on March 31, communitylifebh.org to provide their tenants in order to leave the as a 20% drop in income. Wunderlich said. but due to lower hotel occupancy activities and resources people can rental business – and placed a mora- Councilman Julian Gold argued that Some council members also said rates – less than 30%, as opposed to enjoy while at home. torium on rent increases, clarified the term was too subjective and they’d like to find a way to differen- the typical 75% to 90%, according “We intend to bring as many of that the only reason to not pay rent some people might try to take tiate between large rental compa- to city staff – hotels have cash-flow our services online as we can and is because of substantial financial advantage of the crisis and withhold nies and smaller property owners, problems, making the payments connect with people as we ask them as forgoing rent in the near future particularly burdensome. to stay ‘Safer at Home’ … to pro- will impact them differently. “This was particularly urgent vide experiences that will nourish “I’m very concerned that if this because it was due today,” Gold said. you physically, spiritually and emo- Notable quotes forces [mom-and-pop landlords] In addition to the February pay- tionally,” Rogers said. into foreclosure … that this will, in ments, the council chose to grant a Those who have been going out- “First do no harm” the end, come to haunt us as the three-month deferment for March side for exercise haven’t always smaller units get bought by bigger and April’s payments. Mirisch sug- been following social-distancing (Latin: Primum non nocere) corporations, and when this is over, gested the city could look at defer- guidelines, and some council mem- we’re going to see mass evictions ments for other types of taxes as well. bers said they’ve received reports I will use treatment to help the sick according to my ability and and huge implementations of the “I think the issue of deferral of of groups of people playing team judgement. Ellis Act,” Gold said. payment … is something we can do sports in city parks. Rogers said sig- The council also decided to look without negatively impacting our nage discouraging such activities is In whatsoever houses I enter, I will enter to help the sick, and will into its options regarding the inter- ability to run the city,” he said. up in some parks and will soon abstain from all intentional wrongdoing and harm. net speed and prices offered by The council also heard from come to others. If the signs aren’t Spectrum, as council members have Jenny Rogers, the city’s director of obeyed, city officials said those in received reports of slowed-down community services, about the violation may soon be fined. City Excerpts of the Physician’s Oath internet connections and price city’s outreach to seniors and other Attorney Laurence Wiener said Hippocrates increases during the pandemic. people who are members of popula- those fines could be $100 for C 460-377 BC “I certainly think [Spectrum tions vulnerable to the coronavirus administrative citations, $500 for needs] to be aware of the fact that pandemic. infractions or $1,000 for misde- we are concerned about it and they Rogers said city staff has been meanors. Also known as the Hippocratic Oath, we pay tribute to medical pro- can’t do that,” Mayor Lester using the registrations for recre- “We haven’t issued citations yet, fessionals around the world in the fight against COVID-19. Friedman said. ation programs, clubs and other but we’re getting to the point where Councilman John Mirisch also information to create a database of we probably need to consider that,” said the city could look for federal those who may be in need, and staff City Manager George Chavez said. grants for infrastructure improve- has been calling to find out those Mirisch said he “strongly recom- Hollywood Entertainment District ments to help make the city’s Fiber people’s situations “on a day-to-day mends” issuing fines. to the Premises plan a reality. basis.” She estimated that the city “People who are willfully ignor- “There is no real competition in has a list of probably more than ing this deserve, quite frankly, to be helps keep streets clean our city, and I would suggest that the 1,000 people when all of its infor- ticketed,” he said. Bogie’s Liquor

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Don’t Drink & Drive! 6 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Los Angeles strengthens eviction moratorium n City bans rent his decisive action to protect level because the Costa Hawkins renters,” Ryu said. “This is the kind Rental Housing Act limits the abili- increases for many of action we need in a city where ty of local municipalities to impose tenants the majority of people rent their such laws. Additionally, he urged homes, and we must do more. I am U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Los BY EDWIN FOLVEN going to continue working to freeze Angeles), chair of the House all rent increases across the city of Financial Services Committee, to Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Los Angeles, suspend rent and introduce legislation ensuring rent signed measures on March 30 to mortgage payments across and mortgage forgiveness for the protect residential and commercial California and protect the working millions of renters, homeowners tenants during the coronavirus pub- families and small business owners and commercial property owners lic health emergency. that are the backbone of our econo- impacted by the coronavirus pan- Garcetti signed an emergency my.” demic. order halting new rent increases on Following the City Council meet- “April 1 is tough enough, but by residential units that are subject to ing on March 27, Ryu was critical May 1, we are going to have mil- the city’s Rent Stabilization of the City Attorney’s Office for not lions of people unable to pay their Ordinance. The order applies to allowing a motion to freeze rent bills through no fault of their own,” approximately 624,000 rent stabi- increases from being heard. The Ryu added. “Suspending rent pay- lized units in 118,000 properties council was unable to consider ments is absolutely central to keep- citywide, Garcetti said. Tenants in Ryu’s motion because doing so ing people from total financial ruin photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti those units will not be subject to would have violated a transparency during this pandemic.” Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti signed an order halting evictions of res- any new rent increases for 60 days rule that notifies residents about Anyone who can pay rent is still after the expiration of the local proposed changes to laws so they required to do so. The Los Angeles idential and commercial tenants during the public health emergency. emergency order, which lasts can provide input, said Los Angeles Housing + Community Investment through April 19 but is subject to City Attorney’s Office Spokesman Department has established a hot- and federal stimulus funding is those who are subject to a mandato- continuation. Rob Wilcox. line to assist renters who have been available to cover those costs. ry 14-day quarantine period due to a Garcetti also signed an order halt- “The City Attorney’s Office economically impacted by the pan- A motion by Koretz that requires confirmed COVID-19 exposure. ing evictions of residential and stepped in to assure that rule was demic at (866)557-7368. large grocery stores and food retail- For information about testing and commercial tenants during the pub- upheld and public participation pro- The City Council also considered ers to allow one hour for seniors other COVID-19 measures in the lic health emergency based on a tected,” Wilcox said. “Standing up and approved many other measures and disabled individuals to shop city of Los Angeles, visit corona- motion that was approved at a spe- for vulnerable tenants in their time at its last meeting. Included was a before the general public was also virus.la. cial Los Angeles City Council of greatest need is vital. So is ensur- prohibition on fees for people who approved. Ralphs, Vons, Pavilions meeting on March 27 that lasted 11 ing transparency in city govern- miss paying rent during the public and Whole Foods stores will open hours. The new order allows renters ment. At this urgent moment, City health emergency. O’Farrell is also from 7 to 8 a.m. for older adults. to stay in their homes and gives res- Attorney [Mike] Feuer will contin- working on a more comprehensive Target will open early for seniors idential tenants unable to pay rent ue to do all in his power to accom- rent freeze that may be considered from 7 to 8 a.m. on Wednesdays. because of the coronavirus emer- plish both.” later that will be linked to a freeze For a complete list, visit coun- gency 12 months to repay, and com- on mortgage payments. cilmemberpaulkoretz.com. mercial tenants three months to “These freezes must happen Additional resources for seniors are repay missed rent payments after “The mayor’s together, so that non-payment of available from the Los Angeles the public health emergency order action will save rent does not result in a default on Department of Aging by visiting expires. thousands of the property itself, which could aging.lacity.org. “This is a common-sense action result in further economic chaos Garcetti also announced on to help tenants stay in their homes,” renters and and the evictions,” O’Farrell said. March 31 that more COVID-19 Garcetti said. “Angelenos who have working families “We need the partnership of our testing is becoming available, and lost hours or been laid off, or can’t in Los Angeles state and federal governments as approximately 13,000 people have work as a result of a COVID-19 well as the private sector to make been tested this week in the city. diagnosis, should not face the extra from a rent this happen.” Los Angeles County officials burden of a spike in their rent.” increase that is The council also approved a mea- announced on March 31 that 19,000 The latest orders build on previ- sure requiring businesses with 500 tests had been completed county- ous protections in place for tenants, unfair, unjust and or more employees to provide 80 wide. including a moratorium on utility unconscionable hours of sick leave for employees Testing is available for people 65 disconnection by the Los Angeles during this affected by COVID-19. State law or older with symptoms, people Department of Water and Power. already requires such sick leave for with symptoms who have underly- Local lawmakers supported the sus- pandemic.” businesses with fewer employees ing chronic health conditions and pension of rent increases, including Councilmen Mitch O’Farrell, 13th -Los Angeles City Councilman District; Paul Koretz, 5th District; David Ryu, 4th District and David Ryu, 4th District. Ryu Filing tax return necessary to had sought such a ban at the March Ryu said he plans to reintroduce a 27 City Council meeting, but the motion calling for a rent increase motion was not considered because freeze at all residential and com- receive coronavirus payments of council procedural rules, accord- mercial buildings at the next City ing to the Los Angeles City Council meeting. Council meetings On March 30, U.S. Sen. There is no qualified income Attorney’s Office. were canceled this week, and the Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) threshold or requirement to “The mayor’s action will save next meeting has not yet been released a statement advising receive the rebate. However, for thousands of renters and working scheduled. Americans how best to receive single filers who earn more than families in Los Angeles from a rent Ryu also called on Gov. Gavin the stimulus payments that were $75,000, heads of household who increase that is unfair, unjust and Newsom to suspend rent payments, part of the federal government’s earn more than $112,500 and unconscionable during this pan- which has not yet occurred. That coronavirus response legislation. joint filers who earn more than demic. I thank Mayor Garcetti for decision must be made at the state Adults will receive up to $150,000, the checks will be $1,200 for themselves and up to reduced at a 5% rate of income $500 per child. above those levels, meaning sin- “Getting cash into the hands of gle filers who earn more than American families will help them $99,000, heads of household who Blood drive at Hollywood’s through this difficult time and earn more than $136,500 and help stabilize the economy,” joint filers who earn more than Feinstein said. $198,000 will not receive rebates. American Legion Post 43 Feinstein said anyone who People do not need to claim The Hollywood Post 43 fluid intake a couple of days filed a tax return for the tax years their checks (unless they have not American Legion, UCLA Health before and the day of blood dona- 2018 or 2019 will receive the either filed a tax return this year and the UCLA Blood & Platelet tion. funds automatically. or last year) – the IRS will send Center have teamed up to host a Free parking will be available Additionally, Social Security out rebates automatically to their blood drive in support of the Los at Post 43. Free parking is also recipients will also be automati- direct deposit or to the address Angeles health care system and available across the street in the cally enrolled if they received provided on the last tax return patients in need on Sunday, April lot adjacent to the Hollywood benefits either year. submitted. The rebates are not 5, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their Heritage Museum. “However, individuals who taxable income. storied Los Angeles theater. The American Legion Hollywood didn’t file a return for 2018 or Rebates sent via direct deposit veterans organization’s theater Post 43 is located at 2035 N. 2019 should file a return for the will take a few weeks. Rebates RAMER RESBEN will be transformed into a blood Highland Ave. 2019 tax year now,” she said. sent via checks may take a few K + D donation center in accordance To schedule a donation appoint- “When filing a return, you should months. with Centers for Disease Control ment, go online at ucedonor.com also sign up for direct deposit to Those who have not filed taxes Stephen W. Kramer and Prevention guidelines. and enter code POST43 in the zip receive recovery payments as for 2018 or 2019 can file their 5858 Wilshire Blvd., All blood donors will need to code or account code box. quickly as possible. Even if you 2019 tax return now to claim the Suite 205 bring a photo ID and will receive Potential donors can also make don’t expect to receive a rebate rebate. an AMC movie ticket for their an appointment by visiting ucla- or owe any taxes, filing a return Rebates will not be subject to Los Angeles, CA 90036 participation. Donors are encour- health.org/gotblood, or calling is the only way to receive recov- garnishment, except if back child (323)964-7100 aged to eat well and increase (310)825-0888 extension 2. ery funds.” support is owed. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 April 2, 2020 Ryu, Raman face off in 4th District election n Runoff will be held on needs of the city’s most vulnerable sis, but emerge from it a healthier, during the coronavirus pandemic.” safer, more-just city.” Nov. 3 Raman also issued a statement Raman, an urban planner and BY EDWIN FOLVEN about the certification of primary homeless advocate who co-founded election votes. the SELAH Neighborhood Incumbent Los Angeles City “At this moment, our city faces a Homeless Coalition, credited her Councilman David Ryu will face pandemic that has driven so many second-place showing to a grass- challenger Nithya Raman in a Angelenos into financial precarity, roots campaign that brought people runoff election for the 4th Council and devastated so many more who together throughout the district. She District seat on Tuesday, Nov. 3. were already barely surviving,” said 700 volunteers knocked on On March 27, Los Angeles Raman said. “The message at the 80,000 doors, some twice, to reach County Registrar-Recorder/County core of our campaign – the need for voters in the weeks leading up to the Clerk Dean C. Logan announced basic rights and protections for election. the certified results of the March 3 every resident of L.A. – is more “I hope to continue building the primary election. Ryu received vital and urgent now than ever incredible momentum we already 34,298 votes, 44.7% of ballots cast, before. In the coming days, I’ll be saw in the primary,” Raman said. “I and Raman garnered 31,502 votes, sharing ideas for how we cannot want to fight for a vision many peo- photo by Edwin Folven photo by Edwin Folven 41% of the total vote. Candidate just help L.A. recover from this cri- ple are excited about.” Nithya Raman David Ryu Sarah Kate Levy finished in third- place with 3,698 votes, 12.5% of the total. In a statement provided after the final vote certification, Ryu’s cam- paign spokesman Daniel Eyal said Ryu remains focused on the city’s response to the COVID-19 emer- gency and has temporarily suspend- ed campaigning. “Councilmember Ryu is proud of earning the most votes in the March 3 primary for CD4 and for building a powerful coalition, including neighborhood leaders, tenant activists, labor leaders and the Democratic Party. Councilmember Ryu’s broad support reflects his strong record of fighting for work- ing families,” the statement read. “Currently, Councilmember Ryu has suspended campaign activities for the November general election as he works with city, county and state leaders to address the unique WHCHC takes action on coronavirus On March 19, Jesse Slansky, president and CEO of the West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation, released a statement regarding the WHCHC’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. “As we navigate through these uncharted waters, the health and well-being of our residents, staff and community remains our top priority ... In the wake of the worldwide spread of the novel coronavirus, West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation followed the lead and advice of the state, county and cities of Los Angeles and West Hollywood, and enacted a number of measures to protect and support our community during this global health crisis,” Slansky said. “WHCHC offices have been closed and all employees have tran- sitioned to working remotely. Our resident population of nearly 900 low-income people includes many of the most vulnerable community members, including seniors and the immuno-compromised. To prevent the spread of the virus, WHCHC suspended all on-site services and programs at our 17 apartment affordable apartment communities. We have restricted access to all common areas and are encouraging our residents to practice social dis- tancing and shelter-in-place. WHCHC Resident Services staff is continuing regular wellness checks by phone, with a focus on our most fragile and isolated residents. We are working with our food and nutrition partners and our residents on a case-by-case basis to make sure everyone has access to food and essential medication. For information, visit whchc.org. 8 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Beverly Hills makes it easy for Subway work progresses along Wilshire Boulevard Construction on the Purple Line Extension subway project contin- people to recreate in place ues and Metro has provided updates about work in April. As the city of Beverly Hills fol- In the virtual farmers’ market, Crews are working at many loca- lows the “Safer at Home” order people will find a list and contact tions along Wilshire Boulevard. due to the coronavirus pandemic, information for farmers and ven- Piling continues in Beverly Hills, the city’s Department of dors who are providing products where the City Council has Community Services has created through delivery or shipping. approved a temporary full closure a virtual community services Library services offers a virtual of Wilshire Boulevard between website, communitylifebh.org, Beverly Hills Library, as well as Beverly and Crescent drives to that offers a multitude of online other online activities like Kanopy expedite the work. Crews are also programs, services, activities and for movie streaming; Hoopla for working at Wilshire/La Cienega, resources to keep people active digital movies, music and e- where station construction, materi- and nourished physically, mental- books; mind games for seniors al deliveries and instrumentation ly and spiritually at home. and story time from space. are ongoing. Gale Drive will be Visitors to the “Artmake, Those in need can find help as intermittently closed at Wilshire Recreate & Library in Place” part of the city’s human services Boulevard to support construction website will find fun, interesting, and social safety net for the most photo by Edwin Folven in the Gale staging yard. Work educational and interactive online vulnerable residents, as well as Subway station construction is ongoing near Wilshire Boulevard and hours are Monday through resources for arts and culture, information on mental health, Saturday, 4 a.m. to 6 p.m. Access to Fairfax Avenue as part of the Purple Line Extension project. recreation and fitness, enrichment housing and homeless services. Gale Drive will be maintained from and learning, library and social “The city’s Community San Vicente Boulevard. The clo- a.m. to 11 p.m., weekends. One- in the center of Wilshire Boulevard services, the city’s virtual farmer’s Services Department has been sure is a public safety measure due and two-lane closures may be nec- near Sycamore Avenue open market and farm-to-home deliv- working to develop creative ways to high volumes of vehicles enter- essary along Wilshire Boulevard through April 25. ery, and more. to provide the community with ing and exiting the property. between San Diego Way and San Near Wilshire/Western, tunnel- Under art and soul, visitors will critical and essential services and Through Saturday, April 4, west- Vicente Boulevard. Street restora- ing support and street maintenance find inspiring music, dance, live enriching and engaging commu- bound Wilshire Boulevard will be tion will also occur in that area dur- is ongoing. Work is occurring 24 performance and acts of human nity programs, events and activi- reduced to two lanes from 4 a.m. to ing off-peak hours from 9 a.m. to hours at a staging yard just west of kindness to bring comfort. In arts ties while people are home- 4 p.m., daily, between San Vicente 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., the intersection of Wilshire and culture, people can enjoy the bound,” said Jenny Rogers, com- Boulevard and Hamilton Drive. weekdays, and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Boulevard and Western Avenue. Broad Stage at Home, artistic munity services director. “As part The closures support concrete weekends. Intermittent single-lane closures short films on Vimeo and “Van of the effort to fight the spread of deliveries at the Wilshire/La Near Wilshire/Fairfax, subway may also occur on Wilshire Gogh Up Close.” In recreation, COVID-19, we are inviting com- Cienega station box. station construction, hauling and Boulevard between Western visitors will have access to munity folks to ‘Artmake, Additionally, the Metro bus stop concrete pouring are ongoing. Avenue and Manhattan Place. preschool activities, arts and Recreate & Library in Place,’ pro- for the eastbound 20/720 lines has Ogden Drive will be closed inter- Southbound Oxford Avenue will be crafts, a virtual “Harry Potter” viding our community with an been restored at Wilshire/La mittently at Wilshire Boulevard, reduced to a single lane through escape room, and adult and senior array of resources to support the Cienega. Monday through Saturday. May 1, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., health, wellness, yoga and fitness physical, emotional and spiritual Utility and tunnel investigation is Tunneling support and street and 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. classes. health of our residents.” ongoing near Wilshire/Crescent maintenance is ongoing near For questions and concerns, call Heights and Wilshire/La Jolla. Wilshire/La Brea and a work zone the 24-hour project hotline at Work will occur during off-peak in the center of Wilshire Boulevard (213)922-6934, email the project hours from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and just east of Sycamore Avenue. team at [email protected], Ryu calls for state to extend 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., weekdays, and 7 Metro plans to keep the work zone or visit metro.net. deadline for filing taxes Los Angeles City Councilman of their families and putting food David Ryu, 4th District, urged state on the table.” leaders on March 31 to extend the The letter was sent to Gov. Gavin property tax deadline currently Newsom, state Sen. Mike McGuire scheduled for April 10. (D-Healdsburg), chair of the state Earlier this month, the Internal Senate’s Governance and Finance Revenue Service extended the Committee, and Assemblywoman deadline for tax filing to July 15. In Autumn Burke (D-Inglewood), a letter sent to state leaders, Ryu chair of the Assembly Committee stated that unprecedented econom- on Revenue and Taxation. ic hardship demands more time and Ryu is asking Newsom to extend more protections for California tax- the filing deadline for property payers. owners to July 15. Once the state “When this crisis is behind us Legislature reconvenes, Ryu is ask- and we seek to rebuild our state’s ing leaders to consider extending economy, we would be in a much the deadline even further to provide better position to do so with indi- more protections and support for viduals and communities who taxpayers. aren’t buried in debt or insolvency. “We know that this crisis will be Protecting folks from this pandem- tough on our state’s budget,” Ryu ic includes doing all we can to meet said. “But we must remember that their new economic reality and mit- California’s incredible economy is igate the economic impacts as driven by working Californians, much as possible,” Ryu said. “We and we must first start with protect- need to provide relief to working ing their financial solvency.“ people so they can focus on the pri- For information, visit orities that matter now: taking care davidryu.lacity.org.

Letters to the Editor WeHo resident change, so I’m learning to adapt and this piece is a good reminder Tai Sunnanon of how much is actually in my control. is inspirational Re “WeHo resident does good Tim Murphy during pandemic,” March 26 issue What a terrific article on such a great person. Tai [Sunnanon] has These are the kind of people been an active leader in the com- we need during times of crisis. munity and this is no surprise that People with a strong head on he’s helping, yet again, during their shoulders who see the big- our time of need. ger picture. My routines have had to Lauryn Johnson

Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 April 2, 2020 Luxury hotel to replace Paley Center in Beverly Hills n LVMH plans to will bring more foot traffic to approximately 18 months. This will Rodeo Drive and will accentuate be an open, transparent and inclu- open hotel in 2025 BOLD – Beverly Hills Open Later sive process that includes energetic Days – which encourages business- outreach to a broad range of stake- By Cameron Kiszla es to stay open for longer hours holders in the city. Once approved, during the summer and the winter the project will then move to the The former site of the Paley holiday season. construction phase,” Melwani said. Center for Media in Beverly Hills Melwani also praised the design Melwani added that, once will be part of a luxury hotel project by architect Peter Marino as opened, the “one-of-a-kind hotel” from LVMH, the French conglom- “exquisite” and an addition to “the will be a “landmark hospitality des- erate that includes high-end brands Golden Triangle’s rich portfolio of tination as well as a long-term sig- like Louis Vuitton, Moët & extraordinary architecture.” nificant economic driver for Chandon and Christian Dior. Arnault added that the hotel will Beverly Hills.” The hotel, Cheval Blanc Beverly “enhance Rodeo Drive’s reputation “We look forward to continuing Hills, will be the first American as an unparalleled luxury destina- our long-standing role as a great rendering © Peter Marino Architect branch of the chain that includes tion.” neighbor and community member The luxury hotel Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills is planned to include 115 hotels in locations like St. Tropez “Peter Marino has designed a in Beverly Hills,” Melwani said. rooms and restaurant and retail space. and the Maldives. Other forthcom- magnificent hotel that will offer ing Cheval Blanc locations include unrivaled hospitality, as well as din- Paris, London and the Seychelles. ing and retail locations,” Arnault The Beverly Hills location will added. be built on four parcels of land, one In a statement, Marino, who also of which was the Paley Center designed the Fendi store on Rodeo building at 465 N. Beverly Drive, Drive, said the hotel was designed and the hotel will be located on to be “a vibrant addition to the city Rodeo Drive, Beverly Drive and of Beverly Hills and a new icon for South Santa Monica Boulevard, both the city and Cheval Blanc.” said Anish Melwani, chairman and “Our approach started with the CEO of LVMH in the United location and context of Beverly States, in an email. The existing Hills, resulting in an innovative, buildings will be demolished to modern, Southern California make room for the 115-room hotel. design,” Marino said. “Working “This renowned location is asso- with artists is an essential aspect of ciated throughout the world with my work, and site-specific art- exceptional luxury and quality, works are being commissioned for making it an ideal site for the first the new hotel, both inside and out.” Cheval Blanc in the United States,” While the restaurant and retail Melwani said. “The project also space will be available to the pub- extends LVMH’s long-standing lic, the hotel will not offer group partnership with Beverly Hills, business or event, conference or where it currently owns or leases 18 banquet space, adding to what properties for many of the world’s Melwani called its “residential, per- leading brands.” sonalized feel” that “delivers the Bernard Arnault, chairman and highest degree of comfort, service CEO of LVMH, said in a statement and exclusive privacy.” that the company has a “long and LVMH expects the hotel to open successful presence on Rodeo in 2025, and the ongoing coron- Drive.” avirus pandemic is not expected to “We look forward to expanding affect the construction schedule, our role in the city with this excep- Melwani said. tional new destination,” Arnault “We are just beginning the city of said. Beverly Hills’ public review and Melwani added that the hotel approval process, expected to last State takes extra steps to protect seniors during health emergency To help seniors during the COVID-19 public health emer- “It’s on all of us gency, Gov. Gavin Newsom has cre- across the state ated the “Stay Home. Save Lives. Check In.” campaign urging to check in on the Californians to help combat social older adults in our isolation and food insecurity among lives.” people over the age of 65. During current stay at home orders, older Californians may need -Gov. Gavin Newsom friends and neighbors to help them obtain basic necessities like gro- ceries and prescriptions, Newsom hotline, (833)544-2374, for people said. to call with questions about assis- “The most important way for tance during this coronavirus crisis. older Californians to stay safe is to In partnership with AARP, the state stay at home,” Newsom added. “No will send a mailer to residents 65 and older Californian should be forced to older with information on resources go outside to get groceries or their that can help during the stay-at- medication. It’s on all of us across home order. the state to check in on the older “Social isolation can be difficult adults in our lives – our friends, fam- for older Californians even in the ily and neighbors – to help them dur- best of times,” said Kim McCoy ing this outbreak. Each and every Wade, director of the California one of us must reach out in a safe Department of Aging. “We have to way to make sure our older neigh- help aging Californians feel connect- bors have someone to talk to and ed, and we must ensure we all have have enough food to eat during these access to any needed services right difficult times.” now. This work will save lives.” The campaign urges people to State authorities are also working check on older neighbors by calling, with local Community Emergency texting or in person, as long as social Response Teams with volunteers distancing is practiced. The state is who have at least 20 hours of FEMA urging local nonprofits and faith- preparedness training for welfare based organizations to also partici- checks on seniors and distributing pate in the program. essential food and supplies. Newsom announced a statewide For information, visit gov.ca.gov. 10 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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Dutch oven olive rosemary bread

by Emily Jilg @inemilyskitchen.com

This is such a simple, easy and elegant bread. It does take time but it is fool proof! You really can’t mess it up - and everyone will be so impressed that you baked your very own BREAD!

3 cups of bread flour- I use the brand Gold Medal 1 1/2 cups of water at 100-110 degrees

1 tsp active dry yeast- not the fast acting one Meanwhile, heat the oven to 450 degrees and put your Dutch oven in the 3 tsp kosher salt oven to get nice and hot. Just before placing the dough into the Dutch 1/2 cup of chopped kalamata olives oven, put 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the bottom of the pan. 3 tbsp chopped rosemary

Olive oil Sprinkle a good amount of Maldon salt on top of the bread and then Maldon salt for topping drop the dough into the hot Dutch oven.

First, mix together the warm water, salt, yeast and flour in a large glass bowl Bake the bread covered for 35 minutes and then finish uncovered for 20 until just combined, but don’t over mix. minutes or until its golden brown and crispy on top.

Cover with plastic and place in a warm place for 16 hours. The dough Let it cool for 10 minutes or so and slice and enjoy! Perfect topped with should double in size and almost smell like a little alcohol, but in a good a little olive oil, balsamic vinegar, goat cheese and… way!

With love + salt Oil your hands and roll the dough out onto a floured wooden cutting Emily board. Push dough into a rectangle and add in the olives and rosemary and gently knead together until evenly distributed.

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Both delivery and pick- Lhave proactively scheduled cof- (424) 288-4871; 801 S. Olive St., WoWorld Famous, AwAwawardrd Winning RReestaurant • Deli • Bakekery • Bar up is via Postmates and Chownow. fee and donut drop-offs to L.A.-area (213)262-1805; 1122 Gayley Ave., 419 N F. a irfaax AvAveve. (323) 651-2030 eatloqui.com/takeout-and-delivery. hospitals for I.C.U. and E.R. staffs (424)244-3770. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 April 2, 2020 BHUSD online teaching extended On March 27, Beverly Hills vary from student to student. mum of two opportunities each Unified School District “We are providing these defini- week to receive live instruction Superintendent Michael Bregy tions because we will never be able and/or meet with staff via Google released a statement announcing to replicate a true in person class- Hangouts Meet and Zoom. The that, in accordance with a recom- room environment through home teacher will communicate with the mendation from the Los Angeles learning,” he said. student directly on what time and County Office of Education, the Students will learn through a day the instruction will be deliv- district’s physical shutdown will be variety of methods, from online ered. extended until May 4 for staff and face-to-face instruction through Live instruction or meetings are May 5 for students. Holidays Google Hangouts Meet and Zoom, not to be recorded in any way by scheduled during the physical shut- watching prerecorded videos, other anyone, including staff, students or down – including a staff develop- online resources, workbooks, and parents, per state Education Code ment day on April 1 and local holi- independent and group work. 51512. days on April 9 and 10 – will be Students are also recommended to For elementary students, teachers observed, and no student work will do independent reading, at least 30 will provide students with 120 min- be provided on those days. to 45 minutes per day for elemen- utes per week of curriculum deliv- “We are adopting a philosophy of tary students and 45 to 60 minutes ery in math, English, science and flexibility during this time,” Bregy for middle and high school stu- social studies. Students must be said. “When we announced the dents. given a minimum of two opportuni- physical shutdown, it was for 10 Beverly Hills High School and ties each week to receive live days. We created an initial home Beverly Vista Middle School stu- instruction from their homeroom learning plan based on a 10-day dents will be provided with 240 teachers or meet with staff via period of time not knowing the full minutes per week of curriculum per Seesaw, Google Hangouts Meet extent of COVID-19. Now that we core and elective subject they are and/or Zoom. Students will also are extending the physical shut- enrolled in – a figure that is approx- spend up to 60 minutes per week on down of our school district, we imately what students experience MakerSpace, art, vocal music, must significantly change this during physical school – 160 of instrumental music, science and plan.” which will be provided by teachers. physical education. photo courtesy of Rhodes School of Music Starting April 2, BHUSD stu- This leaves 80 minutes for students For information, visit dents will experience “blended to complete outside of this sched- bhusd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uR learning opportunities,” Bregy said, ule. EC_ID=1702719&type=d&pREC Rhodes School of Music offers and the delivery of instruction will Students will be given a mini- _ID=1864615. online lessons

LAUSD provides 100,000 N-95 masks to local hospitals Rhodes School of Music in Larchmont Village is offering more oppor- tunities to learn a musical instrument using new online lessons. The Los Angeles Unified School vide meals to students and families said Dr. John C. Mazziotta, vice Using the Zoom platform, students can join a lesson with a teacher who District is providing 100,000 N-95 in need. On March 27, the district’s chancellor of UCLA Health specializes in the instrument of the student’s choice. Lessons are one-on- masks to 10 hospitals for use by 64 centers provided 438,872 meals, Sciences and CEO of UCLA one and are scheduled at the same time every week with the same teacher. hospital personnel throughout the and Los Angeles Unified also pro- Health. “Our health care workers To help families and the community get through the public health emer- communities it serves. vided 1,503 meals to people in tem- are on the front lines, and we must gency, Rhodes School of Music is also offering additional free group class- As part of its planning for emer- porary homeless shelters. ensure their protection.” es on Zoom for children and adults. Additionally, the school is hosting free gencies like this, the school district Hospitals include Adventist For information, visit lausd.net. faculty concerts on Zoom. had purchased personal protective Health White Memorial, For information, call (323)522-4888, or visit rhodesschoolofmusic.com. equipment, including masks, to use Community Hospital of Huntington for other emergencies, including Park, LAC+USC Medical Center, fires. Olive View – UCLA Medical “We’re all in this together, and Center, Martin Luther King Jr. we will do everything we can to Community Hospital, Memorial help the communities we serve in Hospital of Gardena, Providence time of need,” Los Angeles Unified Holy Cross Medical Center, School District Superintendent Providence Little Company of Austin Beutner said. Mary Medical Center, Valley District employees and volun- Presbyterian Hospital and UCLA teers are using a portion of these Medical Center. masks for staff at the Grab & Go “We’re appreciative of the sup- Food Centers it is operating to pro- port from Los Angeles Unified,” LAMOTH hosts book talk on Facebook Live

The Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust is hosting a Facebook Live discussion today at 4 p.m. with Jewish Journal book editor Jonathan Kirsch and author Tom Teicholz about his new book “Ivan of the Extermination Camp: John Demjanjuk.” Demjanjuk was a retired Cleveland autoworker when his past as a Nazi death camp guard was uncovered. Teicholz covered Demjanjuk’s trial in Jerusalem in 1987 and is a comprehensive account of Demjanjuk’s trials and denials over a 30-year period in the United States, Israel and Germany. Teicholz was featured in the Netflix documentary about Demjanjuk called “The Devil Next Door.” On the Facebook Live event, Kirsch and Teicholz will discuss the book, remaining questions about Demjanjuk’s Nazi service and talk about a fun- damental mystery: how could someone who was a husband, father, church- goer and a good citizen have been a Nazi death camp murderer? For information, visit lamoth.org. Hollywood Temple launches virtual Shabbat community

Rabbi Norbert Weinbert has announced the Hollywood Temple Beth El will host prayer sessions online through Zoom every Saturday morning through April from 10:30 a.m. to noon. These online sessions are meant to celebrate Shabbat in song and study. Prayer books and Torah texts are available online in Hebrew, English and transliteration, so people can feel free to join in and be heard too. Worshippers are invited to visit the website at zoom.us/j/439074743 to connect to the Saturday prayer sessions. The previous March 28 service is available by visiting youtu.be/1Y2VKPpX8eQ. For information, visit rabbinorbert.com. 14 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

It can be streamed live on LA Phil presents ‘At Home with Gustavo’ on the radio kusc.org and on the free IOS and Android apps, Gustavo Dudamel, music and “At Home with Gustavo” offers that brings people together, even and via smart speaker. artistic director of the Los Angeles Dudamel’s curated musical selec- when we are apart,” Dudamel said. “I get to talk directly to Philharmonic, has teamed up with tions along with his personal reflec- “It’s important, maybe now more you about why I love this Classical KUSC and Classical tions on the music. It also features than ever, that we find ways to con- music and why I think KDFC in L.A. and San Francisco, KUSC’s Brian Lauirtzen interview- nect and find comfort and inspira- you will, too. Some respectively, to remotely present ing Dudamel about his life and tion.” shows will be in English, “At Home with Gustavo.” career in music. “At Home with Gustavo” can be some in Spanish, but the The show was created in The Spanish-language programs heard Tuesday through Friday, 6-7 music needs no transla- response to the coronavirus pan- are the first to air on KUSC and p.m. on KUSC and KDFC, with the tion,” Dudamel said. demic and the temporary closure of KDFC since the 1970s, and high- additional Spanish-language broad- For information, visit cultural venues. “At Home with light Dudamel’s connection to the cast on KUSC on Sundays from 7- laphil.com/athomewith- Gustavo” will broadcast different Hispanic culture in L.A. It is also 8 p.m. and on KDFC from 6-7 p.m. gustavo. episodes in English four times a represents the stations, LA Phil and photo courtesy of LA Phil week and in Spanish once a week. Dudamel’s commitment to ensure The limited-run series airs locally that both music and messages of the and is syndicated nationally series are heard by as many com- through a partnership with PRX, a munities as possible. public media organization, and “For me, and I imagine for a lot streamed internationally online. of you, music has been the thing

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Across 4. Glimpses 1. Latte locale 5. Cold water hazard 5. Vaquero’s neckwear 6. Andes' tubers 9. Witch's place 7. Nearby 14. Troubles 8. Slightly ahead 15. Subj. for an M.B.A. 9. Ingratiate oneself 16. Comes closer 10. Poets “never” 17. Encircle 11. Smidgeon 18. Dash 12. “. . . ___ quit!” (ultimatum end- 19. Ledger entry ing) 20. Sci-fi sight 13. What U can follow 23. Prefix with “logical” 21. Lacking face value, as stock 24. Michelle Wie's org. 22. Special effects, abbr. 25. Evil warrior in “The Lord of the 25. First African-American major- Rings” league coach 28. Quarrel 26. “Chicago” star 31. Clothing presser 27. Indian numbering system (unit) 33. Pvt.'s superior 29. __ __ carte 36. Smart guys 30. Some whistle blowers 39. City north of Lake Tahoe 32. John Boyd ___, 1949 Peace 40. “Top Gun” launchpad Nobelist 44. Kings Peak locale 33. Formerly Pleasant Island 45. “Me, too” 34. Quotes 46. Cowboy great, Marvin 35. Certain exams 47. Alleviation of pain 37. Tech executive 50. Actress Diana 38. Duelist's souvenir 52. Ship 41. Vital life force 53. Ages 42. Pal for Pierre 56. One-eighties 43. Get ready for use 59. Cessna, often 48. Going astray 63. Bay of Naples isle 49. Data Act, abbr. 66. Atlantic food fish 51. Cold dessert 67. Asian sea name 54. Den appliance 68. Usher past the threshold 55. ___ Coeur (Paris cathedral) 69. As a result 57. Capital of 33 across 70. Agreement point 58. It’s catching 71. Like some vbs. 59. ___-dieu 72. “____ of the D'Urbervilles” 60. Pulls 73. Vending machine inserts 61. Beowulf, for one 62. Shade makers Down 63. Evidence collectors 1. Silly boy 64. ___ Lingus (Irish airlines) 2. Garlicky mayonnaise 65. The “p” of m.p.h. 3. Patterson of boxing answers on page 19 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 April 2, 2020

At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Gramercy at 2 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglary in the 900 block of S. P OLICE BLOTTER 2200 block of Vista Del Mar. Hudson at 5 a.m. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked near A suspect assaulted a victim dur- At 6 a.m., an unknown suspect the corner of Norton and Ninth. ing a domestic violence incident in burglarized a vehicle parked in the the 800 block of Wooster at 7 p.m. 5000 block of Olympic. An unknown suspect committed a The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the petty theft near the corner of areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Sunset and La Brea at 8:45 p.m. March 21 and March 28. The information was compiled from stole a vehicle parked in the 1900 petty theft in the 3800 block of www.crimemapping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement block of N. Cahuenga. Wilshire at 10:15 a.m. At 11:30 p.m., a suspect assaulted agencies: Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473- a victim during a domestic vio- 0476, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station An unknown suspect burglarized a At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect lence incident in the 400 block of (310)855-8850, and the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. vehicle parked in the 1700 block of committed a grand theft in the S. Manhattan Place. Wilcox at 9:50 p.m. 6200 block of Hollywood. March 27 Beverly Hills Police West Hollywood March 22 An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked near the corner of At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Department Sheriff’s Station Franklin and Camino Palmero at At 12:45 a.m., an unknown sus- burglarized a vehicle parked near pect committed a petty theft near noon. the corner of Beverly and Oxford. March 22 March 22 the corner of McCadden and

Willoughby. At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a bicy- At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a grand theft in the 600 cle in the 800 block of N. Las assaulted a victim in the 300 block victim in the 900 block of Palm at 4 An unknown suspect committed a block of Hauser. Palmas at 7 a.m. of N. Oakhurst. p.m. burglary in the 1300 block of N.

Poinsettia at 10 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 7:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 6800 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the cle parked in the 200 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 2 p.m. 5700 block of Waring. Moreno at 2 p.m. 1300 block of Sweetzer. burglarized a vehicle parked in the

7300 block of Hollywood. At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- stole a vehicle parked in the 7000 burglary in the 800 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the cle parked in the 900 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a block of Sunset. Cherokee at 7:45 a.m. 300 block of Foothill. Curson at 11 p.m. petty theft in the 4500 block of W.

Third at 2:46 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a March 23 cle parked in the 5700 block of La committed a burglary in the 7300 petty theft from a vehicle parked in At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect Mirada at 5 p.m. block of Willoughby. the 300 block of N. Oakhurst at 6 At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 1200 5700 block of Camerford. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic-

block of N. La Brea. stole a vehicle parked in the 7600 tim in the 1700 block of Orchid at At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Beverly. A vehicle burglary 12:15 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 600 block of was also reported in the same 300 block of S. Elm. vehicle parked in the 1300 block of N. Sweetzer at 8 p.m. location at 5 p.m. At 2:45 p.m., an unknown suspect

N. Flores at 4 p.m. assaulted a victim in the 1300 March 23 At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of N. Martel. At 6:20 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 5300 cle parked in the 3900 block of At 9:51 a.m., a vandalism incident committed a petty theft in the 8400 block of W. Olympic. Ingraham at 5:15 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a was reported in the 100 block of N. block of Santa Monica. petty theft in the 400 block of S. Palm. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Detroit at 3:25 p.m. March 25 vehicle parked in the 1700 block of assaulted a victim in the 7000 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Sycamore at 8:45 p.m. block of Hollywood. At 5:20 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 800 block of N. At 7:59 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 1600 Linden at 7:15 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the March 23 An unknown suspect burglarized a block of N. Poinsettia.

1300 block of Crescent Heights. vehicle parked near the corner of March 24 At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- Sycamore and Hollywood at 10 An unknown suspect committed a March 26 pect burglarized a vehicle parked p.m. petty theft in the 100 block of S. At 7:40 a.m., an unknown suspect in the 5800 block of Harold. Hudson at 6 p.m. assaulted a victim in the 500 block An unknown suspect stole a vehi- March 25 of N. Crescent. cle parked in the 7300 block of An unknown suspect committed a At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect Santa Monica at 9:29 a.m. burglary in the 1000 block of Vine At 1:40 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a at 2:19 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Westminster. victim in the 400 block of N. At 2:20 p.m., an unknown suspect 500 block of S. Manhattan. Oakhurst at 8:54 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 7100 At 6 a.m., an unknown suspect bur- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of Santa Monica. glarized a vehicle parked near the An unknown suspect burglarized a tim near the corner of Santa March 25 corner of Formosa and Mansfield. vehicle parked in the 6000 block of Monica and Wilton at 8:20 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a Barton at 7:15 a.m. At 6:54 a.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 8400 block of An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- committed a petty theft in the 300 Melrose at 8 p.m. petty theft in the 5400 block of At 9:40 a.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 7000 block of Hollywood block of Foothill. Sunset at 10 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 6900 at 8:45 p.m. March 27 block of Hollywood. A vandalism incident was reported At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect At 10:15 p.m., an unknown sus- in the 700 block of Alta at 10:30 At 9:58 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a pect assaulted a victim in the 1700 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7100 200 block of N. Larchmont. petty theft in the 6300 block of W. block of N. Las Palmas. block of Santa Monica. An addi- Third at 3 p.m. At 10:38 a.m., an unknown sus- tional petty theft was reported in An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a pect committed a petty theft in the the same location at 2:06 p.m. tim in the 5900 block of Hollywood At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 1500 block of 300 block of S. Clark. at 1:10 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 600 N. Formosa at 10:30 p.m. March 28 block of N. Gardner. A vandalism incident was reported At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect March 28 in the 8500 block of Wilshire at An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 5:48 a.m., an unknown suspect attempted to commit a burglary in noon. cle parked near the corner of committed a burglary in the 8200 the 600 block of S. McCadden. At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- Hollywood and Vine at 3 p.m. block of Fountain. pect committed a burglary in the At 6:37 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a 700 block of El Centro.

committed a petty theft in the 300 vehicle parked in the 1300 block of At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect A suspect assaulted a victim dur- block of N. Canon. N. Las Palmas at 3 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- ing a domestic violence incident in 4900 block of Dockweiler cle parked in the 100 block of S. the 1000 block of Hayworth at 1:52 At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect Hudson at noon. March 26 a.m. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 burglarized a vehicle parked in the At noon, an unknown suspect block of S. Plymouth. At 12:10 p.m., an unknown sus- 800 block of Lucerne. committed a grand theft in the 400 pect committed a petty theft in the Los Angeles Police block of N. Rexford. An unknown suspect committed a 1800 block of N. Cahuenga. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- Department petty theft in the 300 block of ing a domestic violence incident in An unknown suspect committed a Larchmont at 4:05 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a the 1700 block of N. Sycamore at commercial burglary in the 9100 March 21 grand theft near the corner of 8:40 p.m. block of Olympic at 11:42 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Canyon and Franklin at 2:20 p.m.

At 2:35 a.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 300 block of N. March 27 committed a burglary in the 4200 Rossmore at 5 p.m. March 26 At 3:35 p.m., an unknown suspect block of W. Sixth. burglarized a vehicle parked near At 4:47 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a the corner of Francis and Lucerne. At 1:59 a.m., a vandalism incident committed a burglary in the 100 was reported in the 8600 block of An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6400 block of Hollywood at 8 p.m. block of N. La Brea. Wilshire. burglary in the 100 block of N. An unknown suspect stole a vehi-

Sycamore at 4:30 a.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a cle parked in the 600 block of S. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect A vandalism incident was reported vehicle parked near the corner of Detroit at 4:30 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the in the 9200 block of Wilshire at At 5:10 a.m., a suspect assaulted Fuller and Hillside at noon. 2:29 a.m. a victim during a domestic vio- 1600 block of Vine. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect lence incident in the 100 block of At 12:57 p.m., an unknown sus- stole a vehicle parked in the 300 March 28 S. Kings. March 24 pect robbed a victim in the 4800 block of S. Norton. block of W. Third. At 1:39 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 3 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 9000 cle parked in the 300 block of S. stole a vehicle parked in the 6200 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- petty theft in the 1300 block of N. block of Wilshire. Van Ness at 1:30 p.m. block of Sunset. cle parked in the 500 block of N. Citrus at 6:30 p.m. 16 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Classified Advertising (323)933-5518 • email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

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What’s that link “Tiger King” also portrays folks with missing limbs, this story below, something even more nefar- Bhagavan Antle – or Doc Antle – unfolds in completely new ways ious? Even further down, an ad who runs Myrtle Beach Safari, still (pay special attention to Joe’s parades as a story with the sexiest operating today. He ain’t much wardrobe changes during events paring of words for a news junky: better, especially for one former that should require immediate atten- “Florida man.” employee who describes him as a tion). Not all crime occurs there, but cult leader who sexually preys on Never will you come across a the Orange State finds the best his younger female staff. The safari series without a single sympathetic somehow, including Joseph Allen isn’t too thrilled with “Tiger character. Even the heroine Carole Maldonado-Passage, who ran the King,” especially since the website Baskin, who seeks to end private photo courtesy of Netflix Oklahoma-based Greater logo still reads “Doc Antle’s ownership and exploitation of big Joe Exotic feeds a big cat in the Netflix docuseries “Tiger King.” Wynnewood Exotic Animal Park Myrtle Beach Safari.” cats through public policy and her dedicated to rescuing abandoned “We are very disappointed that own sanctuary (caged lions, tigers big cats. That would all change our facility was mentioned in the and other big cats can rarely return the inclusion of conjecture, but it Anarchy lifestyle,” he posted on once he took on the name Joe new Netflix series,” read a now- to the wild), finds herself shrouded also ensures other voices are Facebook in response to the series, Exotic and began breeding tigers. deleted statement from Antle’s in the mystery of her previous hus- included as well, namely family while describing him as question- Eventually, the call of Florida finds Instagram. “We can only assume it band’s disappearance. On her own and friends who feel wronged. And able is the softest spin possible. In him – that’s the Florida Man law, is because Doc Antle has been blog, she takes issue with her por- for that matter, “Over My Dead one scene, he pores over photos of after all – in a truly bizarre true such a high profile wildlife person- trayal and how the series did not Body” doesn’t approach the disap- prospective nannies for his new- crime story, “Tiger King: Murder, ality for so many decades that his become “the big cat version of pearance that differently, though born based on whether they’re Mayhem and Madness,” a seven- association would create more Blackfish.” Baskin believes it did so less sala- “enjoyable to look at,” indifferent part docuseries on Netflix. buzz.” “There are not words for how dis- ciously. to how skeevy that sounds. David Letterman made Jungle The safari is a professional appointing it is to see that the series Beyond Baskin, everyone inter- As a piece of journalism, “Tiger Jack Hanna a household name on enterprise, unlike the G.W. zoo, the not only does not do any of that, but viewed weathers a degree of mad- King” cowers in the shadow of “The Late Show,” with the statement continues. It’s “experts” has had the sole goal of being as ness. “Joe Exotic T.V.” producer much better research and reporting zookeeper’s many animal guests. are so trustworthy that the safari salacious and sensational as possi- Rick Kirkham should know better. heard on “Over My Dead Body” Hanna’s easygoing and charming “is not planning to cancel any ble to draw viewers,” writes Baskin, Once a renowned journalist, he set- and written by others, including demeanor never hurt either. tours,” according to a separate who owns Big Cat Rescue. “As part tles for misrepresenting the zoo and New York magazine’s Robert Enter Joe, an animal guy so over March 30 statement by the safari of that, it has a segment devoted to its owner while he enjoys the Moor, who recently noted in a the top that a Hollywood producer detailing how (little) the coron- suggesting, with lies and innuendos “power” of encountering those March 23 tweet that G.W. zoo would balk at his outlandish char- avirus will affect park operations. from people who are not credible, caged animals. Meanwhile, the worker Saff, perhaps the only sym- acterization in any work of fiction. For podcast savants, this story that I had a role in the disappear- G.W. zoo crew are disturbed misfits, pathetic person in the whole series, We’re talking gun-toting, country might sound familiar. It was previ- ance of my husband Don in 1997.” from Joe’s first husband John Finlay is a transgender man, even though music singing zoo owner with two ously told in serial-form last year Those discredited sources, how- to Joshua Dial, who ran Joe’s politi- everyone misgenders him. “Tiger husbands, one of whom later mar- as the second season of the “Over ever, include her missing husband’s cal campaigns first for president in King” never clarifies this, instead ried the woman running the cash My Dead Body” podcast, subtitled longtime assistant and in-laws with 2016 and then for Oklahoma gover- focusing on melodrama without an register. Too good to be true? “Joe Exotic.” But seeing is some- very poor opinions of Baskin. nor (he placed third on the eye for factual details. Partially. thing else. Joe and his crew might Certainly, the docuseries raises sig- Libertarian Party ticket). Ultimately, it’s a wacky hybrid First, he actually lip syncs those sound like regular, well, Joes. Not nificant ethical concerns regarding Baskin is hardly the only obsta- of documentary and reality TV that cle for Joe. Jeff Lowe, to whom Joe avoids the horrors of animal cap- eventually signs over the G.W. zoo, tivity, instead appealing to viewers’ LACO continues programming and concerts online believes he channels a “Sons of base desires. Due to the coronavirus pandem- Executive Director Ben gramming this season, the safety of ic, the Los Angeles Chamber Cadwallader. our musicians, audience and staff Orchestra has canceled the remain- “While it is heartbreaking to can- will always take precedence,” der of its season, said LACO cel all of LACO’s remaining pro- Cadwallader said. LACO will present a new free LACO at Home taped-for-stream- ing performance featuring concert- master Margaret Batjer, who per- forms a selection of Bach solo violin works. Assistant concertmaster Teresa Stanislav and partner Viola Robert Brophy will also perform a Mozart violin and viola duo. The Park La Brea resident program will be streamed today and Friday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m., and will be subsequently available on takes the reins demand. “Even amidst the global health crisis unfolding before us, it is in music, art and beauty where we can always find light,” Cadwallader said. “The coronavirus pandemic may prevent us from gathering in person to share music, but current circumstances will not prevent LACO from continuing to provide great musical experiences.” LACO at Home offers expanded and enhanced web content. It was launched on March 28 with its first streamed concert of the orchestra’s performance last fall featuring the West Coast premiere of “Dark with Excessive Bright” for double bass and strings by artist-in-residence Missy Mazzol. The program, performed by David Grossman, LACO’s principal A photograph in the April 17, 1952, issue of the Park Labrea News bass, and conducted by Jaime showed Marian Towne, of Colgate Avenue in Park La Brea, demon- Martín, LACO music director, is strating her equestrian skills. Towne, a successful businesswoman, available online. Ravel’s “Le owned two American Saddlebred horses named Sporting Lad and tombeau de Couperin,” Stravinsky’s Cock Robin, which were boarded at stables and entered in many shows “Pulcinella” and Suite and at the time. She was shown riding Cock Robin after winning a compe- Prokofiev’s “Classical” is also tition at the Flintridge Amateur Horse Show in November 1951. included. For information, visit laco.org. 18 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

WeHo officials talk coronavirus, 2020 Census Mayor, vice mayor assume From page 1 Park on Wednesday, March 25. created a repository of information timized: avoid online advertising Community members were asked to for workers on its website, offers related to COVID-19, decline positions for first times donate medical supplies such as san- weho.org/services/coronavirus- door-to-door solicitations claiming From page 1 itizer, masks, gloves, gowns, shoe covid-19/worker-resources. COVID-19 fundraising, do not covers, face shields and goggles. click on emails or attachments that “As I was taking the oath, the Delano Roosevelt, who assumed Horvath and Councilman John “We are pushing are unfamiliar, visit trusted websites part that struck me was the piece office during the Great Heilman helped collect donations for COVID-19 related information that said to defend against all Depression and noted the dark along with a small group of resi- for expanded and donate to trusted organizations. enemies foreign and domestic. times facing the nation while dents and members of the West testing sites and “It’s an important time for people Now, we’re fighting against an promising a brighter tomorrow. Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. increasing to be vigilant,” Horvath said. enemy we cannot see … but it is “With our community and our Horvath said the West Hollywood testing for West If residents believe they have an enemy we will be able to con- dedicated city staff, we will suc- Chamber of Commerce spread the been scammed, they should contact quer, and conquer together,” ceed, and I promise I will do my word, which increased donations to Hollywood their bank immediately and report Gold said. utmost … I can do no less, and the drive by local businesses. residents ... As the information to local law The council also chose Vice now – I can’t resist it – with “I didn’t know what to expect soon as we have enforcement. Call the West Mayor Lester Friedman to Mayor Les on board, we can do given that people were asked to stay Hollywood Sheriff’s Station at replace outgoing Mayor John more,” Wunderlich said. at home. People donated meaning- the approval from (310)855-8850. Mirisch and Councilman Robert The other four councilmem- ful supplies,” Horvath said. “It real- the L.A. County Lastly, the city is informing the Wunderlich to replace Friedman bers also praised outgoing ly helped that we worked with the Department of community about adjustments to as vice mayor. Mirisch, who they noted not only West Hollywood Chamber of Public health, census operations. The U.S. Census Friedman and Wunderlich, helped the city prepare for and Commerce.” Bureau has released a timeline of who were both elected to the react to the coronavirus crisis, The donations were given to four West Hollywood is planned extensions which include council in 2017, will serve in but also helped Beverly Hills local health care facilities including ready to facilitate extending the self-response phase their respective positions for the become more active in state pol- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and expanded testing until Aug. 14, notifying households first time. itics and brought the city together Planned Parenthood West for our across the country to respond online Friedman said before the pan- with initiatives like his sing- Hollywood, Horvath said. and interviewing nonresponsive demic, when he was first plan- along events. In addition, the city of West community.” households between May 28 and ning a traditional celebration, he “You really pushed us in new Hollywood is seeking to increase Aug. 14. wanted to unveil a platform ways that we hadn’t done and extend COVID-19 testing; -West Hollywood Mayor Pro “The census provides critical called “Beverly Hills Together.” before,” Bosse said. however, any plans must be Tempore Lindsey Horvath information,” D’Amico said. “A While the coronavirus may “There are few people who approved by the Los Angeles complete count will help to ensure change the emphasis of his plat- were better able to be in the posi- County Department of Public Along with providing resources that West Hollywood receives a fair form, the title still fits, he said. tion you were in while this thing Health. Horvath said the city has and services, the city is also share of federal funding and invest- “The strong sense of commu- developed, because you care for been working with Los Angeles attempting to protect its residents ments and, on a state level, the nity we enjoy in Beverly Hills this village, to preserve it and to County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, from an increase in coronavirus count will determine California’s should never be taken for granted keep us healthy,” Gold added. 3rd District, on this effort. scams involving fraudulent and apportionment in the U.S. House of … it takes Beverly Hills together “You really made a difference. “We are pushing for expanded malicious websites, email schemes Representatives. As this coron- to succeed, and together, we You didn’t just occupy that testing sites and increasing testing and phishing emails containing sus- avirus pandemic proves, it’s more will,” he said. chair; you really made a differ- for West Hollywood residents,” picious links, as well as dishonest vital than ever that people in our Wunderlich, who noted that ence,” Gold added. “You set the Horvath said. “Paul Arevelo, our door-to-door requests for donations. community take part and be count- “this is not how I imagined what bar high for all of us, and I thank city manager, has confirmed that as The city offered these safety tips ed.” this day was going to be like,” you for that on behalf of this soon as we have the approval from to prevent residents from being vic- For information, visit weho.org. echoed President Franklin community.” the L.A. County Department of Public health, West Hollywood is ready to facilitate expanded testing for our community.” The city is also following L.A. WE’RE FULLY STOCKED County’s new directives which define instances of self-quarantine WITH ITEMS FOR and self-isolation. People who have been exposed to COVID-19 should self-quarantine for 14 days with the COVID-19 PROTECTION only exception of receiving medical care. The self-isolation period must last for at least 3 days without symptoms if someone has been diagnosed with the possibility of having COVID-19. West Hollywood Mayor John D’Amico understands the impor- tance of keeping his distance, as he had previously tested positive for coronavirus on March 18, but since then has recovered from the illness. D’Amico said he is doing great, but had been sick for two weeks before he officially got tested for COVID-19. He added that after obtaining his results, within a day he started feeling better and some of his symptoms had gone away. • PAPER TOWELS • DISINFECTANT SPRAY Now, he is back to working for his day job at UCLA Capital • GLOVES CLEANERS Programs and for the city of West • BLEACH • BODY SUITS Hollywood. • ANTI BACTERIAL SOAPS • SHOE COVERS “We are working on a lot of pro- posals for employees and employ- It is our commitment to you that Tashman Home Center ers,” D’Amico said. will remain available to our community during this time, so D’Amico, Horvath and the rest of that you can continue to rely on us for your supply needs. city staff are working on creating new city legislation that address the following issues: the ability for UPDATED STORE HOURS: workers to get back to work in their MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM previous jobs before the crisis SATURDAY 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM began, access to health care cover- age during the pandemic and creat- SUNDAY 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM ing a resource center that can get West Hollywood workers back to Expert Free work in other jobs in the city as they become available. Installation Estimates According to Horvath, city staff will bring options to the West Hollywood City Council for consid- eration at the next meeting on 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hollywood Monday, April 6. The city of West Hollywood has 323.248.0840 • tashmans.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 April 2, 2020 Council hopes for portal help from Metro LAPD volunteer program From page 1 expected to be complete in March The council requested that the [the time saved by the full closure] 2021. cost savings be put toward the is worth right now.” gathers dozens of officers “The six-months saving is based financing of the north portal for the “It’s not an immediate savings From page 1 on the assumption that this closure Wilshire/Rodeo Station, which is to the project, but it would posi- would last about three months,” primarily located on the south side tion us in a very good spot to maybe we could put something cancer survivor who is receiving said Mike McKenna, executive offi- of Wilshire Boulevard, forcing sub- avoid cost overruns in the future,” together, before or after watch, to treatment. She’s extremely high- cer of projects engineering for way riders to cross Wilshire to get he said. pick up groceries. Lo and behold, risk,” Paulson said. “She was lit- Metro. to popular tourist attractions such as Despite McKenna’s concerns, I opened the email 15 minutes erally in tears [when we made a However, the assent of the coun- Rodeo Drive. the council members said they later and had no less than 20 delivery].” cil came at a price for Metro. While “You talk about a win-win situa- hoped to see more help from Metro responses already,” Paulson said. Paulson said although crime the council unanimously thought tion,” Mirisch said. “You save time, in creating the north portal. “By Monday we were up to 40. has been low since the public the coronavirus pandemic provided you save money and through that, “I certainly hope that this good- Officers are concerned and phil- health emergency declaration a great opportunity for expanded MTA can finance a north portal.” will gesture [of the city approving anthropic, just by nature as pub- and officers are currently avail- construction, several council mem- McKenna said if construction the closure] will ring true, [and] that lic servants. This is strictly vol- able to help while off-duty, she is bers noted that in construction, time crew members became ill with the north portal should be financed unteer and off-duty, and they are creating a contingency plan in is money, and for this full closure of COVID-19, the construction work to a greater extent than originally completely on board.” case the situation worsens and Wilshire, Metro would be the pri- would slow down, and even if they anticipated by Metro,” Mayor Paulson said one of her first officers must devote more time mary beneficiary. did not, “it’s hard to quantify what Lester Friedman said. tasks was coordinating with to official police work. She Officer Roberto Figueroa, in the reached out to Miracle Mile res- division’s Community Relations ident Mitch Jacoves, civilian co- California Endowment announces COVID-19 plan Office. Figueroa oversees the chair of the division’s Wilshire Division’s social media Community Police Advisory Last month, the California ners standing strong together to farm workers and day laborers, accounts and created an online Board, to help organize commu- Endowment announced the first protect the public health and safety and undocumented Californians. campaign to let people know nity support. Jacoves began phase of the foundation’s urgent of our families, neighbors, com- “This is a critically important about the service. delivering groceries and essen- funding response to the COVID- munities of all races, ethnicities, time for Californians to embrace People seeking assistance can tials last week and is helping 19 pandemic in California. Grants sexual orientation and identities.” and affirm that we are in this email [email protected], or others to get involved by spread- totaling $5 million are being com- In addition to supporting com- together, that a sense of belonging call the Wilshire Division ing the word using the Nextdoor missioned to support public health munity clinics serving the most is critical for community wellness, Community Relations Office at app. efforts and the social and health vulnerable on the front lines of this and that we can only stem the tide (213)473-0200. “There have been people who services needs of highly vulnerable epidemic, funding will be provid- of this pandemic if we stand “It only started last week, but saw the information and want to Californians, including farm work- ed to foundations which will together in solidarity and action,” it’s been going well,” Figueroa volunteer. What we are doing is ers and day laborers, homeless and deploy the resources to local non- said Bishop Minerva Carcaño, said. “With everything going on compiling a list and saying, ‘We undocumented individuals. profit organizations that provide vice-chair of the board and a with the coronavirus emergency, will definitely call on you as this “Our board of directors intends essential social and health services leader in the United Methodist we are trying to make sure our goes on,’” Jacoves said. to set a tone of responsiveness and to vulnerable Californians and to Church. seniors are taken care of.“ “Anybody who is homebound or support for communities and pop- statewide networks and associa- While the Inland Empire and Figueroa said approximately has immune deficiency or is ulations at high risk for being tions focused on health care deliv- Central Valley have been identi- 10 people had sought help as of scared to go out will benefit from impacted by this pandemic,” said ery and public health systems. fied as a priority for these Monday, and he expected the this program.” Shawn Ginwright, a professor of Additional funding will be target- resources, regional funding will number to increase once more Paulson said she heard of a African-American studies at San ed to those most likely to be also be targeted to Los Angeles people learn about Operation similar effort in New York City Francisco State University and severely impacted by COVID-19 County, Orange County, San Blue Heart. The effort is particu- but was unaware of any such chair of the California Endowment due to lack of awareness, language Diego County, and Bay Area and larly geared toward those who programs in Los Angeles. She is Board of Directors. “We look for- barriers and lack of access to Far North regions. are fearful of strangers coming to hopeful it will inspire others to ward to engaging California’s health care, including the home- For information, visit calen- their homes for deliveries, join and continue the operation. public and private sectors as part- less, low-wage earners such as dow.org. Paulson added. “If it catches on, great,” she “We had one especially added. “There is definitely a State amplifies “Stay Home. Save Lives.” campaign poignant inquiry from a breast need.” On March 29, Gov. Gavin Schiff supports relief package Newsom announced that leading social media companies, business- es, leaders and individuals from for workers, families, businesses across the state have leapt into action to partner and support the On March 24, Rep. Adam Schiff many of my constituents who, for COVID-19 public awareness cam- (D-Burbank) released a statement example, work in the entertainment paign. The partnerships include in support of the Coronavirus Aid, industry and have non-traditional sharing content with the public Relief and Economic Security employment … Additionally, mil- through social media and other dig- (CARES) Act. lions of families and individuals ital platforms, radio and television, Schiff said the coronavirus pan- hardest hit by this economic crisis and outdoor advertising. demic is a “health and economic will receive a direct cash payment Companies like Google, crisis unlike any we have faced in to help them pay the bills and keep Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, our history.” food on the table,” he said. TikTok and Spotify are making “As daunting as this pandemic is, Schiff said it’s important to note advertising space available to help I have full confidence that we will that the relief package includes ensure Californians get critical get through it, but doing so requires businesses, particularly small busi- COVID-19 messages. Additionally, us to act boldly today to mitigate nesses. philanthropic organizations such as the economic damage, protect Schiff added that he was also the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative are working families, massively invest proud that healthcare workers, peo- offering support and resources. in our public health infrastructure ple experiencing homelessness and The state has also launched a and much more,” Schiff said. those who rely on affordable hous- public awareness campaign to keep Schiff added that the “bill is not ing were included, too. Californians informed, including perfect,” though it “accomplishes a “As we begin to work on the next creating nearly a dozen public ser- number of the goals we initially laid package, we will need to do even vice announcements featuring First out: it provides direct relief for indi- more to help renters and students, Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, viduals and families hurting eco- states and cities, and to make treat- graphic courtesy of the state of California California Surgeon General Dr. nomically, help for health care ment for the virus free, along with Nadine Burke Harris, California Californian does their part to meet Californians will see the message to workers and hospitals on the front additional support for individuals Department of Public Health this moment by staying home and “Stay home. Save lives” including lines, relief for small businesses and families,” Schiff said. Director Dr. Sonia Angell, and exercising social distancing. I am local ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX and and assistance to the states most celebrities like former NFL player very proud to see these Californians Telemundo broadcast networks, affected.” Answers From Page 14 Tony Gonzalez, rapper Snoop step up and reach out to everyone Comcast Ad Distribution, the The bill also features “a dramatic Dogg and actors Will Ferrell, they can with that message,” California Broadcasters expansion of unemployment insur- Kumail Nanjiani and Ken Jeong. Newsom said. “It is no surprise that Association, Entercom, Enterprise ance to cover more Americans, pro- The campaign also includes some of the world’s leading media and Ethnic Media Services. vides benefits that match the depth accessible and shareable social and digital companies, many of In addition, more than 450 digital of the economic crisis and will media graphics, videos and key which have headquarters located in billboards and outdoor advertise- ensure that workers who have lost messages such as tips for stopping our great state, are among the first ments are visible statewide in both their jobs will receive critical the spread of COVID-19, remind- to step up and join the fight against English and Spanish thanks to income for at least the next four ing Californians of which essential COVID-19.” ClearChannel, OutFront Media, months,” Schiff said. resources and services remain open, Currently, more than 1,000 of Veale Outdoor Advertising, General Schiff said he is “particularly and providing guidance on how to California’s radio and television Outdoor, VisCom Outdoor, iKahan pleased” that gig workers, free- stay healthy. broadcasters have received the Media and M Entertainment. lancers, contractors and others were “This is a crisis that is affecting campaign’s PSAs and messages to For information, visit included. all of us, and it is critical that every share on their airwaves so that all covid19.ca.gov. “This concern acutely affects 20 April 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press