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Volume 31 No. 19 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hanock Park and Wilshire Communities May 13, 2021 Beverly Hills looks to pass Alleged gang members arrested budget to keep ‘status quo’ n Despite pandemic, leaders tout financial security for ‘brazen’ Beverly Hills robbery n Half-million-dollar BY CAMERON KISZLA are in a very fortunate position of watch still missing having significant reserves,” said Despite the pandemic and the Jeff Muir, the city’s director of BY EDWIN FOLVEN impact public safety-related clo- finance. sures have had on the city’s tax Muir and other department heads Three male suspects who police base, Beverly Hills remains in rela- advised the City Council about the described as gang members from tively good financial standing, city proposed capital improvement pro- South Los Angeles have been staff and City Council members ject budget for fiscal year 2021-22 arrested and charged for a March said on May 4. on May 4, which is expected to be 4 robbery at the Il Pastaio restau- “Due to the fiscal prudence of the rant in Beverly Hills. current and prior City Councils, we See Budget page 21 The suspects, Malik Lamont Powell, 20; Khai McGhee, 18; and Marquise Anthony Gordon, 30, each face one federal count of conspiracy to interfere with commerce by robbery. They remain in federal custody in downtown Los Angeles and face up to 20 years in prison if convicted, police said. photo by Edwin Folven The arrests were announced by Beverly Hills Police Department Chief Dominick Rivetti, right, and the Beverly Hills Police Assistant Chief Marc Coopwood outlined the charges against three Department and the FBI during a alleged gang members arrested for an armed robbery at Il Pastaio. press conference on May 12 outside Beverly Hills City Hall. “This robbery was a brazen ition of bold and brazen, occurring BHPD Chief Dominick Rivetti attack midday in Beverly Hills, at one of the busiest intersections said identifying and arresting the endangering the lives of everyone in Beverly Hills, if not the county photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills suspects was a top priority and the in the area. In excess of 40 people of Los Angeles. Beverly Hills Crowds may return this year when Beverly Hills is decorated for the department committed many witnessed this crime,” Rivetti holiday season. resources to solving the crime. said. “This robbery was the defin- See Robbery page 21 WeHo looking to curb fossil fuel gas stations Fairfax Theater’s historic n City hopes to assist shift to electric vehicles BY JUSTIN SAYERS contributions reconsidered n Commission calls for for the long-vacant theater in West Hollywood is considering 2010, but agreed the new applica- banning new fossil fuel gas stations, further examination tion has information that merits a move that would make them the BY EDWIN FOLVEN further examination. It will next second city in California to do so as be considered by the commission the state continues its move toward The Los Angeles Cultural in a virtual meeting on June 3. its goal of 100% zero-emission car Heritage Commission sided with Steven Luftman, a member of sales by 2035. preservationists on May 6 and the grassroots group Save The West Hollywood City voted to further consider a new Beverly Fairfax and board mem- Council unanimously voted last application seeking historic-cul- ber for the Art Deco Society of month to direct staff to evaluate the tural status for the Fairfax Los Angeles, filed the new peti- possible prohibition on new fossil Theatre. tion for historic monument status. fuel gas stations, and for any expan- The commission denied a pre- sions of current gas stations to be vious request for historic status See Theater page 22 limited to zero-emission vehicles. photo by Justin Sayers The West Hollywood City Council is looking into banning new fossil fuel The item, which was co-sponsored by Mayor Lindsey Horvath gas stations within city limits, while limiting expansion of current stations and Councilman John D’Amico, is to serving only zero-emission vehicles. the latest in a long line of city efforts to promote sustainability Hollywood.” around taking care of the environ- and zero-emissions vehicles. It also D’Amico, who has driven an ment and the ecology,” D’Amico follows Petaluma, which passed a electric car for six years and has said. “It seemed to us that now was similar ordinance in February. been an advocate for zero-emission the time to take the next step and “We are often at the forefront of vehicles, including attending con- stop new gas stations from showing these conversations,” Horvath said. ferences around the globe, said that up and the ones that we have, if “We really thought that was the he’s hoping the vehicles become a they want to renovate, they have to right example. We hope that we’re “regular part” of the city moving put in some renewable energy sys- able to follow in that vein. I think forward. tem for powering cars.” photo courtesy of Mott Studios, 1932/California State Library collection not only is it smart for our clean “Lindsey and I have long sup- The council’s move comes Steven Luftman, who filed the new application for historic status, energy future. It’s also not the best ported new regulations and oppor- found this 1932 photograph in the California State Library’s archives use for the land that exists in West tunities around sustainability and See WeHo page 22 showing the theater two years after it was built. 2 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News CALENDAR

the Bay Area L.A. Filmforum during the Art Fowler Museum Film lovers won’t want to miss an Deco-era. Wan The Fowler Museum and the UCLA online Los Angeles Filmforum arrived in San Chicano Studies Research Center screening presentation titled “What Francisco at the will celebrate Chon Noriega, who is We Imagine in Its Absence: Films age of 17 in stepping down after 19 years as by Vika Kirchenbauer and Caroline 1900 with $10. CSRC director, in a virtual program Key” running from Thursday, May He became a on Wednesday, May 19, from 5 to 13, through Thursday, May 27. The well-known herbalist, but his busi- 6:15 p.m. Join Noriega for conver- three-part program explores works ness acumen led to much larger ven- sations and special presentations by artists and filmmakers tures, including a café, department with CSRC collaborators in arts and Kirchenbauer, of Berlin, and Key, of store, shrimping fleet, multiple culture, civil rights, law and policy. Brooklyn. Kirchenbauer’s films will restaurants and nightclubs in Special guests include Fowler be shown from May 13-16, and Oakland and San Francisco. With Director Marla photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office Key’s films will run from May 20- exotic fan dancers, magicians, acro- C. Berns, U.S. The city’s mobile vaccination clinics surpassed 100,000 doses adminis- 23. A conversation with both artists bats and singers from China, the Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, tered last week. and curator Leeroy Kang will be venues were very popular from the held on May 27, at 5 p.m. General 1930s to 1950s. Tickets are $10. art- actor and admission tickets are $20. (323) decola.org. activist Cheech Marin and many 377-7238, lafilmforum.org. others. Poetry Appointments no longer needed readings by Interactive Japan Foundation Roberto Tejada and Vickie Vértiz, and a performance by Dan Guerrero Los Angeles are included. fowler.ucla.edu. kids play The Japan Foundation Los Angeles for vaccinations at L.A. sites Geffen Playhouse is holding the presents “Soybean: The Japanese Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti The city will also operate its mass world premiere of “The Door You Superfood,” a virtual program on has announced new efforts to vaccination sites at Pierce College Never Saw Before: A Choosical Friday, May 14, at 7 p.m., via Zoom. Foster care and expand vaccine access throughout and L.A. Southwest College from 8 Musical,” a virtual and interactive The two part program includes theatrical adventure for young audi- Los Angeles. a.m. until 8 p.m., administering vac- Kenji Onuma speaking about the adoption ences running from Friday, May 14, This week, the city began offer- cinations after regular working nutritious value of natto (fermented People interested in foster parenting through Sunday, June 27. The pro- ing appointment-free vaccinations hours. A third night mobile clinic soybeans), followed by representa- or adoption are encouraged to join the duction features music and lyrics by at all of its permanent sites and will also be open from 9 a.m. to 9 tives of the nonprofit Table For Two Children’s Bureau for an orientation Geffen Playhouse Writers’ Room extended hours for vaccinations at p.m. at Green Meadows Recreation USA discussing the benefits of on Thursday, May 20, at 4 p.m., via alumnus Matt Schatz. Part musical, Pierce College and L.A. Southwest Center in South L.A. edamame. Admission is free but Zoom. May is National Foster Parent part adventure, the new play is College. Officials estimate that Garcetti also announced that the reservations are required. Appreciation Month. Individuals and designed to take frustrated kids in more than 250,000 vaccinations city’s mobile vaccination clinics us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regis- couples can learn how to help chil- quarantine on an outrageously fun will be administered from May 10- surpassed 100,000 doses adminis- ter/tZUkduyurzItH9ZJdAIaKeZCc dren in foster care, and how to pro- virtual journey. The program is rec- Sxy6LufBsnR. vide legal permanency by adoption. 15, the second week in a row that a tered last week. The program ommended for children 6-9. RSVP requested by emailing rfre- quarter-million doses have been includes 10 clinics held in under- Showtimes are 3 p.m., Tuesday provided to the public. served communities throughout the [email protected]. through Friday; 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., This week, the city will continue city. Saturday and Sunday. Previews run Outdoor comedy to operate its fixed sites from City sites will offer second dose from May 14-21; opening night is Don’t miss an in-person outdoor Poet laureates at Monday through Saturday, and will appointments this week for people May 22. Tickets are $55 per house- evening of side-splitting laughter at add the appointment-free option at who received their first Moderna hold. geffenplayhouse.org. Bill Devlin’s “Comedy & The Broad Stage all of its drive-thru locations shot between April 12-17 or their Poets Rita Dove and Tracy K. Smith Cocktails” on including the Crenshaw Christian first Pfizer shot from April 19-24. will come together for a unique Saturday, May Center, Hansen Dam and Dodger Second dose patients should have ‘The Story of engagement on Thursday, May 20, 15, at 7:30 p.m. Stadium. Pre-registration is not received notifications with their at 6 p.m. at The Broad Stage. The in the parking required, but people can find infor- appointment details by text or Fong Wan’ former U.S. poet laureates and Join the Art Deco Society of Los lot of the Irish mation about sites nearest to them by email. Pulitzer Prize winners will discuss Angeles for “The Story of the Import Shop in visiting coronavirus.lacity.org/get- For information, visit coron- the future of American poetry and Fabulous Fong Wan: Chinese Hollywood. vaccinated. avirus.lacity.org/getvaccinated. read selections from their work. Herbalist, Nightclub Owner and Hosted by Frazier Smith, the evening Tickets start at $10. Showman” on Friday, May 14, at 7 features special guest Jamie thebroadstage.org. p.m., via Zoom. Art Deco Society Kennedy and other comedians. Board Member Randy Chong will Chairs will be spaced 6 feet apart in WeHo seeks share stories about his great grand- groups. Drink specials will be avail- Email Calendar listing submis- father, Fong Wan, and his empire in able. Tickets are $15. billdevlin.com. sions to [email protected]. Founded 1946 arts grant 8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. 4TH FLOOR BEVERLLYY HILLS, CA 90211 proposals (323)933-5518 The city of West Hollywood has BEVERLLYYPRESS.COMM opened application opportunities

for its 2022 Arts Grant Program. MAILING ADRESS: The city will host two Arts Grant P.O. BOX 36036 Bogie’s Liquor Program information workshops for LOS ANGELES, CAA 900036 those who are interested in applying Michael Villalpandoo to learn more about the city’s grant- eligibility requirements and applica- PUBLISHER tion process, as well as to ask ques- IT’S Pick up your Karen Villalpando tions. One meeting was held on EDITOR &PUBLISHERER May 10, and the second will be held on Tuesday, June 8, at 7 p.m. Each TIME Edwin Folven workshop will cover the same gen- favorite 12-pack [email protected] eral information; register in advance EDITOR at www.eventbrite.com/e/arts-grant- FOR program-workshops-tickets- and watch the Cameron Kiszla 144316852591. [email protected] The workshops will be recorded DODGER REPORRTTER and will be available for viewing after the event at weho.org/arts. boys in blue! Justin Saayyers First-time grant applicants and BASEBALL! [email protected] returning organizations with new REPORRTTER development personnel are strong- ly encouraged to attend one of the Jill WeWeinlein, Arts Grant Program information Wine • Spirits • Champagne • Beer • Kegs Tim Posada, workshops to become familiar Rebecca Villalpando, with the application process. 5753 Melrose Ave. Corner of Melrose & Vine Emily Jilg Grant opportunities are avail- CONTRIBUTING WRITERS able to individuals, artistic teams (323) 469-1414 The Beverly Press and Park Labrea News are and nonprofit arts organizations. weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail Arts grants are for varying subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- amounts and they include funding www.bogiesliquor.com pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising, Feb. 10, 1960 by Superior Court for city arts projects, individual Order No 736637. Decreed newspapers of general artists and organizational develop- Don’t Drink & Drive! circulation, entitled to publish legal advertising in ment. For information, call the City of Beverly Hills and the County of Los Angeles, Dec. 22, 2020 by Superior Court Case (323)848-6354, or visit Open 7 days Number 19STCP04891. Government Code 6008. weho.org/arts Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 3 May 13, 2021 CSW announces virtual Pride celebration, in-person events could be added n No news on 2022 LA partnership with Big Sunday gives that it was removing LA Pride from the community changes to connect West Hollywood, has not yet Pride festival and celebrate where they are and announced where Pride 2022 will around issues that are most impor- be held. BY CAMERON KISZLA tant to them throughout the entire “We’re working on it and engag- month of June,” Garth said. ing partners and collaborators in Pride Month is nearly here, In CSW’s statement, Los Angeles expansive and innovative ways,” Christopher Street West, the non- City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, Garth said. “We will continue to profit that puts on LA Pride, 13th District, said he was “so celebrate, but while growing the announced a mostly virtual celebra- pleased that this year’s Pride festiv- footprint and expression of what tion for this year. ities embrace the spirit of the first Pride means.” On June 10, the organization will Pride parade and our activist roots. Lisa Marie Belsanti, West host a concert by Charli XCX and “By bringing together LGBTQ+ Hollywood’s director of communi- up-and-coming LGBT artists, and communities from every corner of cations, said “the more Pride, the on June 12, ABC7 will broadcast our city, we will uplift all voices and better” for West Hollywood and the “Thrive with Pride elevate the important work of the the Los Angeles region. West photo by Jon Viscott/courtesy of West Hollywood Celebration,” featuring special icons of the LGBTQ movement Hollywood has announced its own West Hollywood has not hosted a Pride parade since 2019. guests, performances and honorees. who sacrificed everything in their Pride celebration, with the city Gerald Garth, treasurer of the young lives at the time so we can all partnering with the West CSW Board of Directors, said in an celebrate together in 2021,” Hollywood Chamber of Pride happens here, but during we do that every day.” email that despite the pandemic – O’Farrell said. “With a mix of virtu- Commerce to help local businesses Pride Month and kicking off on For information, visit “one of the most impacting years of al and potential in-person events, host their own in-person events. May 22, Harvey Milk Day, we’re weho.org/pride. our generation” – CSW wanted to this year’s festivities will keep our City-sponsored events will be held going to have 40 days of The California Democratic Party hold virtual celebrations. “Pride has community safe and connected virtually. LGBTQIA+ programming that is will also host a celebration of always been a time to showcase while providing every Angeleno an “West Hollywood has a wide arts, performing arts, queer arts and Harvey Milk Day, with a virtual resiliency, strength and action; this opportunity to embrace giving and array of programming around queer history, and regardless of ceremony planned for 11 a.m. on year, CSW thought it was particu- volunteerism.” Pride,” Belsanti said. “The thing what else is happening in the May 22. For information, visit larly important to celebrate Pride to CSW, which announced last year about West Hollywood is 24/7, 365, region, we do that every year and mobilize.us/cadems/event/383181. highlight just that,” he said. “We definitely recognize that around the world folks have con- sumed more screen time than ever before,” Garth said. “But our community’s safety is our top priority. While we’re excited to see public health data shift positively, we recognize that many sub-communities within the LGBTQ+ community are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. We count it a responsibility to provide safe, yet exciting options and access across the spec- trum. Because of that, our team has crafted multiple ways to show their Pride.” The potential for in-person events has not been ruled out, and CSW is “working down to the wire” on both digital and potential live events, Garth said. “As we are continuing to watch local COVID data, we are also acti- vating and announcing responsible programming across Los Angeles County to create safe, accessible and diverse in-person experiences,” Garth said. CSW is pairing its Pride celebration with philanthropic efforts, including a partnership with Big Sunday. Angelenos will be able to volunteer in person or donate goods and funds to local organizations as part of an initiative known as Pride Makes a Difference. “Pride Makes a Difference in

Schiff comments on Cheney vote U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D- Burbank) on May 12 released a statement after House Republicans removed U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney (R- Wyo.) from her party leadership position. “In deposing Liz Cheney today, the Republican Party further united behind the belief that fidelity to the former president is more important than fidelity to the Constitution or our democracy and that the big lie is more important than truth,” Schiff said. “The Republicans’ decision to blindly support Trump and punish those who speak truth to power, represents a clear danger to our democracy and an abdication of responsibility to protect the American people and our elections.” 4 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News BH burglary suspect faces multiple felonies By edwin folven property belong- stolen during the crimes in Beverly ing to the home- Hills, as well as possible stolen Beverly Hills Police Department owners, police property from other burglaries in the officers arrested a man on May 2 said. License Los Angeles Police Department’s who detectives believe is responsi- plates on the West Valley and Pacific divisions, ble for a series of burglaries in vehicle Prowell and other cities. Beverly Hills dating to last sum- was driving were “Detectives are working with mer. also allegedly investigators from the Los Angeles Rockim Prowell, 30, of stolen. Rockim Prowell Police Department and the Newport Inglewood, was taken into custody The July 20, Beach Police Department,” Capt. during a traffic stop at an undis- 2020, burglary occurred in the 100 Max Subin said in a statement. “We closed location in Beverly Hills and block of Stanley Drive. The April believe that the suspect is responsi- has been charged with two counts 20, 2021, burglary occurred in the ble for numerous residential bur- of burglary, two counts of grand 1900 block of Loma Vista Drive. glaries within the Southern photo by Angelica Coburn theft and one count of vandalism, The suspect allegedly stole flat- California area.” Police officers cordoned off Afton Place on Monday as investigators police said. He is next expected to screen televisions during both bur- No further information was avail- searched for clues in the shooting. appear in court on May 25. glaries. able because of the ongoing investi- The BHPD announced the arrest Police recovered security camera gation and pending court proceed- on May 7. Officers pulled over a footage of a vehicle that was ings. vehicle driven by Prowell and allegedly tied to both burglaries, and Anyone with information about found items allegedly stolen during Prowell was allegedly driving the the suspect or burglaries is urged to Shooting at Mother’s Day party residential burglaries in Beverly vehicle when he was pulled over on call the BHPD at (310)285-2125. To Hills on July 20, 2020, and April May 2, police said. Following the remain anonymous, text 20, 2021. A rubber face mask of a arrest, BHPD investigators served a BEVHILLSPD followed by the tip leaves one dead, three injured white man with red hair allegedly search warrant at Prowell’s resi- information to 888777, call Crime By edwin folven ized in critical condition, and two worn during the burglaries was dis- dence in Inglewood and found more Stoppers at (800)222-8477 or visit others were hospitalized in stable covered along with undisclosed property believed to have been lacrimestoppers.org. Investigators have released condition. The Los Angeles scant details about a shooting at a County Department of Medical Mother’s Day party in Examiner-Coroner identified the Hollywood on May 9 that left one deceased victim as Alfonso Leon, Feuer secures judgement in illegal prescriptions case man dead and three others 29. injured. The case remains under inves- City Attorney Mike Feuer Marketplace on Third Street near allowed to be sold here or worse, The shooting occurred at tigation by the Los Angeles announced on May 3 that his office Normandie Boulevard. Siguenza been laced with an ingredient that approximately 10:10 p.m. near Police Department’s West Bureau has secured a court order against a was ordered to wear a GPS monitor could kill you? This case highlights Gower Street and Afton Place, in Homicide Unit. Police are search- woman who allegedly sold illegal for 360 days. She has been prose- our continuing focus on stopping a residential neighborhood east of ing for two male Hispanic sus- pharmaceuticals outside of a super- cuted three previous times on simi- the sale of dangerous illegal phar- Vine Street. Patrol officers heard pects. The suspects may have market in east Hollywood. lar charges, Feuer said. maceuticals in our communities.” gunshots and located a large gath- approached the party on foot and The defendant, Martha Siguenza, “No one should ever buy phar- For information and a list of low- ering outside a house in the 6100 fired into the crowd, authorities was arrested last December for maceuticals on the sidewalk,” cost health clinics where legal phar- block of Afton Place. Guests had said. No motive was released. allegedly selling misbranded drugs Feuer added. “Who knows if the maceuticals are sold, visit lacityat- spilled out onto the street, and Anyone with information is on the sidewalk in front of Jons medication is authentic, is even torney.org/health-clinics. four people were suffering from urged to call detectives with the gunshot wounds, police said. LAPD’s West Bureau Homicide Paramedics responded and pro- Unit at (213)382-9470. During nounced one man dead at the weekends and off- hours, call scene. Another man was hospital- (877)LAPD247.

Hit-and-run claims victim’s life near Melrose and Edgemont By edwin folven onto southbound Vermont Avenue, DeHesa said. A 33-year-old man was killed on “He never stopped or braked. The May 8 after he was struck by a vehi- driver hit him and just kept going,” cle on Melrose Avenue near DeHesa said. “It looks like it was a Edgemont Street, police said. small, two- or four-door black sedan, The victim was walking in the with tinted windows. It will have street when he was struck at approx- front-end damage and windshield imately 5:20 a.m. by a black car trav- damage.” eling eastbound on Melrose Avenue, DeHesa said the victim is believed said Detective Calvin DeHesa, with to have been homeless. His identity the Los Angeles Police Department’s was not released pending notification Central Traffic Division. The impact of next of kin. Investigators deter- caused the victim’s body to be mined the victim left a nearby church thrown into a parked vehicle, he minutes before he was struck, added. Paramedics pronounced the DeHesa said. Police hope someone man dead at the scene. can provide a tip that will help iden- Investigators located security cam- tify the driver. eras in the neighborhood that cap- The city of Los Angeles offers a tured footage of the collision. It can $50,000 reward for information lead- be viewed by visiting ing to an arrest and conviction in hit- youtube.com/channel/UCpniaXtES and-run cases. Anyone with informa- LMqns0sDJB-2rA. The car that tion is urged to call DeHesa at struck the victim continued east on (213)833-3713 or email Melrose Avenue and turned right [email protected]. Warning issued about medical scam The Los Angeles County District sumers may receive no services. Attorney’s Office is warning the People are encouraged to sched- public to beware of criminals offer- ule telemedicine appointments ing free video-aided physician directly through a health care exams. provider and inquire about billing In the telemedicine scams, per- prior to the appointment to confirm petrators promise consumers that a charges. video appointment will be covered Report suspicious activity to the by their health insurance. Instead, California Department of they take the victim’s health insur- Insurance by visiting ance information and file bogus insurance.ca.gov. For information, medical claims while the con- visit da.lacounty.gov. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 5 May 13, 2021

WeHo starts planning its return to ‘new normal’ BY JUSTIN SAYERS Angeles County Department of pandemic began. Public Health earlier this month Councilman John Erickson said With coronavirus pandemic con- moved into the Yellow Tier, which “it’s really important we get back ditions improving in Los Angeles allows occupancy limits to increase into the chambers,” noting that all County, the city of West Hollywood for restaurants, movie theaters, five of the council members are laid out plans for returning to what gyms, fitness centers, yoga studios, fully vaccinated and that they can some officials are calling the “new museums, zoos and aquariums, socially distance themselves in the normal,” including loosening mask- while also allowing bars without chambers. wearing requirements and moving meal service to reopen indoor oper- “I think it’s time we move back to hybrid in-person council meet- ations with limited occupancy. in,” he said. “How we give access ings in July. With things moving back to pre- to the public will be important. I Those plans were detailed during pandemic conditions, members of know other cities have been putting the May 3 meeting, during which the council also asked Arevalo out blueprints for how they are members of the West Hollywood about a plan to move city staff and reopening City Hall – I know you City Council unanimously voted to council meetings back to in-person. are working on that, Paul – but that photo by Justin Sayers update mask-wearing policies for Meetings have been held virtually will be critical as more and more West Hollywood city employees will start moving back into their offices those who have received their and staff has been working remote- over the next two months, while council meetings will move to a hybrid, COVID-19 vaccinations. ly for more than a year since the See Council page 22 in-person style in July. The move effectively replaces previous city-imposed mask-wearing policies to align with a new Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Officer order and guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the use of face coverings, both of which were released late last month. The city’s new policy, with certain exceptions, allows fully vaccinated people to be outdoors without a mask when alone, with members of their household and with a small group of people who are either fully vaccinated or are not fully vaccinated but not at high risk for severe ill- ness or death from the coronavirus. The policy still requires everyone to wear masks at crowded outdoor events, in crowded spaces where physical distancing is not possible and it is not known if everyone in the space is vaccinated, in indoor public settings unless it was other- wise permitted by the county health department, at worksites and businesses, and in any setting where the county health officer order requires masking. “The city of West Hollywood is encouraged by new CDC guidelines regarding use of masks and we are doing everything we can to quickly align with L.A. County to ensure that regulations are simple to under- stand and follow for everyone,” West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey Horvath said in a statement. “Let’s all remember, when we’re in dense outdoor crowds such as concerts and when we’re in indoor public spaces such as drug stores and gro- cery stores, masks are still required whether you’re vaccinated or not. We’re finally at a stage of the pandemic where there’s a good supply of vaccine availability. Getting back to normal means we must all do our part to get vaccinated and to encourage people we know to get vaccinated. No matter which vaccine you choose, please get vaccinated.” West Hollywood’s new policy was passed as part of the city’s consent calendar, but prior to the vote, Councilwoman Sepi Shyne asked city staff to clarify how the new policy is going to be enforced. “It’s my understanding that align- ing with the county means we’re not going to be enforcing any cita- tions,” she said. “If that’s not the case, I do feel that it’s too confus- ing. … It really would be an opportunity for discrimination to happen. If that’s not part of it, we need to pull it from consent and take a vote.” City Manager Paul Arevalo said “we’re going to curb the enforcement” unless people are in large crowds or inside an enclosed facility. “It’s just too complicated,” he said. “Many issues can arise that you mentioned and just the pres- sures on staff.” The move comes as the Los 6 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Planning Commission divided on development agreement for One Beverly Hills n Affordable housing, activity is as important as people more than four units must make having a roof over their heads,” provision for the inclusion of public benefit cause Gordon said. affordable units except for the problems for project Ostroff agreed with Gordon’s developer of the biggest project in assessment. the city’s history. Everybody else BY CAMERON KISZLA “What are people going to think has to deal with affordable housing, about Beverly Hills creating this but this developer doesn’t under the The One Beverly Hills project is wonderful development, taking a draft development agreement that moving ahead to the City Council bunch of money, putting it into their exists. This seems to me to be more for consideration, but the develop- general fund and calling it a day? than a bit unfair,” Ostroff said. ment agreement won’t have the full That’s not right to me,” Ostroff Demeter, who Ostroff noted had approval of the Planning said. views “pretty much overlapping” Commission. with his own, also raised issues rendering © DBOX for Alagem Capital Group with a portion of the development On May 5, the commissioners “Everybody else The One Beverly Hills project includes residences, hotels, restaurants, could not agree on a few items, agreement that establishes regula- retail space and botanical gardens in and around the Beverly Hilton and namely those involving affordable has to deal with tions for the short-term rental of the Waldorf Astoria. housing and the $100 million public affordable condominium units in the city, benefit fee to be paid by the devel- which Beverly Hills does not allow. oper. housing, but this “There is something in this Gordon added that she’s also at 7 p.m., with the development The commissioners made clear developer doesn’t development agreement that is ille- against short-term rentals. agreement to be considered on that they were broadly in support of gal,” Demeter said. “It is not After more than three hours of May 27. the project, which will include resi- under the draft allowed in our city, and I’m sorry questions and discussion, the com- “We are where we are. We’ve all dences, hotels – including the exist- development that none of the other commission- mission agreed to leave the devel- made good arguments. We’ve all ing Waldorf Astoria and the Beverly ers seemed to be bothered by it, but opment agreement decision up to listened to what everybody has to Hilton – retail and restaurant space, agreement that when you get condominium frac- the City Council, which will con- say, and we have a difference [of and botanical gardens on both sides tional-ownership units rented as sider the project on May 20, 25 and opinion]. That’s just the way it is,” of Merv Griffin Way. exists. This seems short-term rentals, this is something 27. The three meetings will begin Ostroff said. “As a general matter, I have said to me to be more that is not allowed. Why are we not several times that I think this is a telling them that this should not be beautiful project that could, under than a bit unfair.” in the development agreement?” the right circumstances, be very Assistant City Attorney David beneficial to the city, and I hope we -Peter Ostroff, Snow noted that this provision was can work together to bring about chair of the not allowing short-term rentals, but those right circumstances,” Chair Beverly Hills instead established rules in case Peter Ostroff said. Planning Commission short-term ownership ever were to The concerns about affordable be allowed. housing and the public benefit pay- Demeter also wanted more infor- ment, however, proved too much Ostroff said the issues concern- mation about the plan for affordable for the commission to overcome. ing affordable housing could have housing, such as whether the devel- After the recusal of Commissioner been avoided if the developers met opers would construct it or where it Thomas Hudnut due to his invest- the city’s inclusionary housing ordi- would be built. ment in property adjacent to the nance and made 10% of their units “They have to come up with a project, the four remaining com- affordable. Projects with develop- plan. I really am not comfortable missioners were unable to break ment agreements are exempt from with giving them a particular path- multiple 2-2 votes, with the inclusionary housing ordinance. way. I would like them to know of Commissioner Andy Licht and “Every person, any developer, our dissatisfaction and to come rendering © DBOX for Alagem Capital Group Vice Chair Lori Greene Gordon however small, who wants to build back to us with something more The One Beverly Hills project will be considered by the City Council later generally supporting the develop- a multifamily project in our city of acceptable,” Demeter said. this month. ment agreement and Ostroff and Commissioner Myra Demeter opposing it. After some debate over what Licht described as “seman- tics,” the commissioners eventually unanimously approved Community Development Director Ryan Gohlich’s suggested wording. “The Planning Commission is unable to recommend whether or not the development agreement is consistent with the general plan because the commissioners hold differing views regarding consisten- cy with the general plan and were unable to reach a consensus,” Gohlich said. Licht was in support of approving the development agreement as it had been brought to the commission. “I think it’s a wonderful project, as I’ve stated, and it’s a wonderful benefit for the city, not just the project, but the finances involved as well,” Licht said. Ostroff disagreed, noting that the developer is saving “in excess of $184 million” by not including affordable units in its project. “It’s just not enough. Period. That’s my view,” Ostroff said. Gordon said she supported the majority of the development agreement, but she took issue with the affordable housing component. While she felt that the development agreement was “from a dollar perspective … reasonable,” she pre- ferred the money be “earmarked” for affordable housing instead of going into the city’s general fund. “Why is this not going into an earmarked affordable housing fund? … To me, that’s kind of a no- brainer … No event, no special Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 7 May 13, 2021

an invitation to something more – imity to jobs underscores the sen- to inhabit not just an apartment, but sible benefits provided by walka- Jardine begins accepting tenants in Hollywood the experience of a truly beautiful ble, mixed-used planning,” he BY CAMERON KISZLA multi-use complexes took a big tion of the On Vine complex that home where luxury feels effort- said. “Jardine is joined by 690 step forward earlier this month will also be home to Netflix and the less.” additional residential units cur- One of Hollywood’s newest when Jardine, the residential por- Godfrey Hotel, began welcoming Amenities include a gym, rooftop rently under construction within tenants. pool and lounge for residents, and a the heart of Hollywood, 26% of The building at 6390 De ground-floor restaurant space. The which are income-restricted Longpre Ave. contains units that building also offers valet and affordable housing which enable range in size from a 514-square- concierge services. us to build a diverse, inclusive foot studio to a 2,658-square-foot Kris Larson, president and neighborhood. Hollywood is penthouse, and rents start at CEO of the Hollywood excited to welcome its new neigh- $2,830 for the studio and reach Partnership, said the apartment bors.” more than $20,000 for a pent- “will provide both direct and A spokesperson for the project house, which has two bedrooms, indirect benefits to our declined to comment, though more according to Jardine’s website, jar- Hollywood neighborhood. information is expected in the com- dineliving.com. “The residents of Jardine will ing weeks. “Jardine features a highly distinct deliver more than $5 million in Another part of the On Vine mix of apartments, penthouse units annual spending potential to the complex, the Godfrey Hotel and club-level penthouse homes,” area retail, restaurant and services Hollywood, is expected to open Jardine’s website said. “Jardine is sectors, while the building’s prox- in June, according to its website.

photo by Cameron Kiszla Jardine’s 20-story tower features a rooftop pool overlooking Hollywood. Notable quotes “The distinguishing thing about the paranoid style is not that its exponents see conspiracies or plots here and there in history, but that they regard a ‘vast’ or ‘gigantic’ conspiracy as the motive force in his- torical events. History is a conspiracy, set in motion by demonic forces of almost transcendent power, and what is felt to be needed to defeat it is not the usual methods of political give-and-take, but an all-out crusade.”

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Horvath endorsed by CCCA The California Contract Cities move forward as one thriving Association PAC, an advocacy community.” association in Los Angeles “This is an endorsement that County for 63 years, has hits home for me, personally,” endorsed West Hollywood said Horvath, who is the presi- Mayor Lindsey Horvath for Los dent of the California Contract Angeles County Supervisor, 3rd Cities Association. “I am honored District. CCCA PAC represents to have the support of my col- 73 cities and more than 7.5 mil- leagues at the California Contract lion people with the purpose of Cities Association PAC. Their providing critical resources and vote of confidence in me and our opportunities for collaboration to campaign is so meaningful. help local leaders deliver results CCCA PAC advocates for cities for families and communities. who contract for services with “Coalition building and advo- Los Angeles County, among cacy are in the DNA of this orga- other agencies, and I cannot wait nization, and no one represents to continue partnering with this those values better than Mayor incredible organization to serve Horvath,” said Mark Waronek, the people we all represent.” incoming President of California The PAC joins other Los Contract Cities Association. “Our Angeles County leaders who membership and I give her our have endorsed Horvath, includ- full-throated support because we ing Long Beach Mayor Robert know her powerful leadership Garcia and Los Angeles County firsthand. She is exactly who we Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, who need to bring Los Angeles currently represents Supervisorial County together, so that we can District 3. 8 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News WeHo reveals slow growth with city budget n the city and spurning optimism that financial impacts of business clo- Pandemic-related West Hollywood’s economy will sures, while also facing rehiring issues likely to affect recover, Arevalo said. staff, getting supplies and resuming revenues until 2022 “The 2021 budget was disrupted paying business licensing fees that obviously because of COVID. Our were postponed by the city, Arevalo By justin sayers next year’s budget continues to said. struggle as we begin to reopen our “We have a strong and resilient The city of West Hollywood intro- economy,” he said. “I think the business community. It has always duced its budget proposal for the signs are strong that when we are been diverse. That will enable us to upcoming fiscal year and despite the safe and we are open, that our econ- recover fairly well,” Arevalo said. economy starting to return to normal, omy will recover quicker than many The presentation also included city officials are projecting the strain regional cities. We’re fortunate to updates on the fallout of the pan- on the city’s revenue flow to contin- have phenomenal businesses, hotels demic on the city’s expenditures ue into 2022. West Hollywood’s next and restaurants. From a budgetary during the current fiscal year – and photo by Justin Sayers fiscal year runs from July 1, 2021, perspective, within the next 6-to-9 projections for the upcoming fiscal With businesses returning to normal, and West Hollywood generating through June 30, 2022. months, we should be doing fairly year. The city is projecting about money through taxes, the city is expecting to see a 30% increase in rev- Initial details of the proposal were well.” $79 million in revenues for the cur- enues this upcoming fiscal year. released by City Manager Paul For the upcoming year, Arevalo rent fiscal year, which is $19 million Arevalo and his staff during a meet- and his staff are projecting taxes – less than its expenditures. That ing of the City Council’s Budget which typically make up about 70% essentially means they have about in excess of $50 million. They are also expecting a and Finance Subcommittee late last of the city’s income – to increase to $9 million in the upcoming fiscal “We have reserves to cover that,” $700,000 increase in the city’s pub- month, where city officials said they 75% of the city’s revenues as people year to spend before hitting a said Arevalo, who is retiring from lic safety contract with the Los expect revenues to increase to $104 start traveling and patronizing busi- deficit. his post after the completion of the Angeles County Sheriff’s million during fiscal year 2022 – an nesses, as well as anticipated jumps While the city took steps to miti- budget process. “However, I won’t Department, mainly due to adding a amount that is 30% higher than pro- in property taxes. City revenue gate the losses, including suspend- be here, and as a strong reminder to second mental health evaluation jections from this current fiscal year sources include hotel taxes, sales ing capital projects, eliminating the leaders of the city, it is critical team and homeless services pro- but $6 million short of fiscal year taxes, property taxes and parking events, issuing bonds and continu- that over time those reserves be gram. 2020. fees and fines. ing a hiring freeze, that less-than- replenished because this isn’t the Some of the expenditures and The increases in revenue projec- But businesses are expected to expected amount represents a $19 first economic challenge we’ve had draw-downs will be covered by tions are a product of improving continue to face challenges, as million draw-down from expendi- and it won’t be the last.” $6.9 million in rescue funds from pandemic conditions, which have many owners who shuttered their tures, meaning the city will be Despite the continued challenges, the Biden administration, as well as allowed businesses to start reopen- doors won’t reopen, and those who forced to tap into its general fund Assistant City Manager David an undetermined amount of addi- ing and people to resume traveling, do reopen still owe rents that were reserves to cover the deficit. The Wilson labeled the budget as a “sta- tional funds from the Federal resulting in more tax revenues for deferred by attempts to mitigate general fund reserves are currently tus quo.” Emergency Management Agency. Wilson and Senior Management “The federal government gets to Analyst Christine Safriet said the print money, but we don’t. We have jump in expenditures is mainly due an obligation to balance our budget to the opening of new parks and and we’ve done that for many Mayor hopes to energize tourism, hospitality industry recreation facilities, including the years,” Arevalo said. “While it Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Angeles. Drawn from the American West Hollywood Park and new seems like we don’t have con- recently announced a series of initia- Rescue Plan, the funding will enable aquatics and recreation center, straints, we have constraints. It’s tives to help the tourism sector recov- “Our city is a global Los Angeles to be one of the only which require $5 million, mainly for going to be a tight year for us. We’re er from the devastating impacts of destination, and as destinations in the country to launch opening costs and operating fees. going to be as prudent as we can.” COVID-19. more people get a national advertising effort to inspire Joined by hotel managers and vaccinated and people to come to L.A. The invest- leaders from the Hotel Association of ment is projected to generate over Los Angeles, the L.A. Tourism and more spaces $12 million in additional hotel taxes Convention Board and the L.A. reopen, we will do to city coffers. Tourism Marketing District, the everything possible Garcetti also announced the for- congratulations mayor hosted a roundtable discus- mation of the Los Angeles Tourism sion to highlight the city’s efforts to to revitalize this Cabinet, an interdepartmental forum bring back jobs, visitors and growth sector...” comprised of city department general graduates! to the hospitality industry. Measures managers with an important role in to help include $5 million to support -Mayor Eric Garcetti the development of destination man- a national marketing campaign,; the agement policy. The group will creation of a Los Angeles Tourism develop strategies to maintain L.A.’s We’ve got all the decorations Cabinet and federal advocacy efforts world to Los Angeles once again.” position as a leading destination for to call for more funding for tourism Early in the pandemic, with public global travel, identify pathways for to make your and guidelines for international visi- health protocols forcing hotels and sustainable growth of tourism, and tation. other businesses across the city to ensure that it delivers benefits to the Graduation Party “Tourism and hospitality were temporarily shut down, employment community and improves the quality decimated by the pandemic, and if in the local hospitality and leisure of life. Doane Liu, executive director a BIG SUCCESS! we want L.A.’s economy to speed space fell by 46%. One-third of all of the Department of Convention into a lasting recovery, we need to get jobs lost in L.A. County since last and Tourism Development, will this industry back on its feet, workers February have been in the hospitality serve as chair for the cabinet back on the job and visitors back in sector. Garcetti will ask that Economic the doors of our hotels, businesses With vaccinations as an important Development Administration grant and key attractions,” Garcetti said. foundation, the mayor announced a funding be allowed to support pro- “Our city is a global destination, and series of steps to reinvigorate the motional campaigns for tourist desti- as more people get vaccinated and tourism industry. The $5 million nations, and request that the adminis- more spaces reopen, we will do investment will be made in the tration set guidelines for reopening everything possible to revitalize this Tourism & Convention Board’s borders to international visitors. For sector and welcome people from “Comeback Story” marketing cam- information, visit discoverlosange- across the country and around the paign to attract visitors to Los les.com.

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For (323)467-7124 from this pandemic, get back to individuals and families. information, visit hacla.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 9 May 13, 2021 WeHo Reads celebrates AAPI history month The city of West Hollywood for Fiction for his book “Interior Chinatown,” won the 2020 National invites the community to celebrate Chinatown.” Book Award for Fiction and earned literature and local authors with its Dong’s most recent book the 2021 Andrew Carnegie Medals WeHo Reads literary series. In safe- “Hollywood Chinese: The Chinese for Excellence in both fiction and guarding community health during in American Feature Films,” is a nonfiction. “How to Live Safely in a the coronavirus pandemic, the chronicle of images based on more Science Fictional Universe” was spring series will be presented virtu- than 2,000 pieces of movie memo- listed in Time magazine’s Top 10 ally and streamed on the city of rabilia the author collected from the Fiction Books of 2010 and the New West Hollywood’s WeHo Arts time of his childhood and through York Times 100 Notable Books of YouTube channel at the 10-year research for his 2010. In 2007, Yu was named a Five youtube.com/wehoarts. Academy Award-nominated docu- under 35 honoree by the National “Creating Hollywood Chinese,” mentary “Hollywood Chinese.” The Book Foundation. which took place on May 12, book won the Asian/Pacific To view “Creating Hollywood explored depictions of Chinese- American Literature Award and has Chinese,” visit Americans in Hollywood film and been selected a Critic’s Choice by youtube.com/wehoarts. photo courtesy of Saving the Earth from A to Z television and the history of dis- Kenneth Turan at the Los Angeles The final two City of West Volunteers cleaned a busy section of Hollywood Boulevard near crimination faced by Asian Times and one of 13 Smart Must- Hollywood’s WeHo Reads 2021 Normandie Avenue during the beautification effort. Americans. It featured a conversa- Read Books on Race and Hate by Spring Series events will be tion between Academy Award-nom- the Advocate. “Alternative Futures: The inated filmmaker Arthur Dong, who Yu is the author of the novels Importance of Seeing Yourself in is the recipient of two GLAAD “How to Live Safely in a Science Young Adult Literature” at 6 p.m. Media Awards, the Paul Monette Fictional Universe” and “Interior on May 19 and “Legacy and Volunteers remove 100 bags Award and the OUT 100 Award Chinatown,” as well as the short- Lineage and the Lost Generation” at from Out Magazine among other story collections “Third Class 6 p.m. on June 16. All events are honors, and Charles Yu, the winner Superhero” and “Sorry Please free to attend. For information, visit of trash from Hollywood of the 2020 National Book Award Thank You.” His book, “Interior weho.org/wehoreads. Saving the Earth from A to Z, a Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, group of university student volun- 13th District, kicked off the event teers from the World Mission by encouraging volunteers and Society Church of God, recently presenting a certificate of appreci- participated in an environmental ation to Saving the Earth from A Lieu offers new fellowship in L.A. district office cleanup along Hollywood to Z. U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) will be involved with case work and our military and their families,” Lieu Boulevard near Vermont Avenue. “This effort demonstrates that has announced that he is seeking a will have field responsibilities, acting said. “Military families, like their The grassroots project was an we collectively care about our sur- Gold Star Family Member for a full as a liaison between constituents and loved ones who serve, make incredi- effort to implement sustainable roundings,” O’Farrell said. “If time, year-long paid fellowship in his federal, state and local agencies. The ble sacrifices in the name of patrio- development goals inspired by the areas are safe and clean, people Los Angeles District Office. district includes the West Los tism and service to our country. I am United Nations. feel better about being in them.” The Gold Star Family Fellowship Angeles Veterans Affairs Medical pleased to welcome a Gold Star Approximately 100 volunteers The event specifically focused Program was established by the U.S. Center, one of the nation’s largest VA Family Fellow into my office.” from UCLA, USC, Cal State on removing food cartons and House of Representatives during its hospitals. Applications will be accepted Northridge and Cal Poly Pomona medical waste, including masks last session to provide employment “As an Air Force veteran, I’ve wit- through July 30. For information, convened on May 5 near carelessly discarded on streets and and career development opportuni- nessed firsthand the duty, honor and and applications, visit Hollywood Boulevard and sidewalks. Volunteers collected ties for families of fallen service commitment to country exemplified usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/6 Vermont Avenue to beautify the approximately 100 bags of trash. members. The individual selected by current and former members of 00707600. neighborhood. Los Angeles City For information, visit asez.org.

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Crews have Boulevard between Ogden Drive an impact on traffic and surrounding begun construction of appendage and Orange Grove Avenue will be communities. structures, which are spaces that intermittently closed to support the Phase one of the project extends house vital station functions such as work. west from the current terminus at utility rooms and passageways. The Other station appendage work is Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La work also includes exit and entrance occurring along the southwest cor- Cienega. It includes subway stations construction. ner of Wilshire Boulevard and at La Brea and Fairfax avenues, as Work is currently occurring in a Fairfax Avenue. Wilshire Boulevard well as La Cienega Boulevard. construction zone along the north will be reduced to two lanes in each Phase two runs from Wilshire/La side of Wilshire Boulevard. direction between San Diego Way Cienega to Century City and Sycamore Avenue is closed between and Spaulding Avenue through early includes the Wilshire/Rodeo and Wilshire Boulevard and an alley August. Century City/Constellation stations. approximately 150 feet north. Metro At Wilshire/La Cienega, work on At the eastern end of the project at is also planning to install a 62-foot- the subway station and appendages photo by Edwin Folven Wilshire/Western, support for tun- tall antenna for the station communi- continues underground and in a stag- Subway station work has necessitated lane closures on Wilshire neling continues at a staging area cations room near the southeast cor- ing area at Wilshire/La Cienega and Boulevard between La Cienega on San Vicente boulevards. near Wilshire Boulevard and ner of Wilshire Boulevard and Wilshire/Gale. Station construction Manhattan Place. Farther west, K- Sycamore Avenue. Work may is anticipated to continue through the rail work zones will remain on necessitate weekend lane closures fourth quarter of 2022. Wilshire Wilshire Boulevard may be reduced midnight to 10:45 a.m. Near the end Wilshire Boulevard near Rimpau on Wilshire Boulevard at La Brea Boulevard has been reduced to two to one lane daily from 9 a.m. to 4 of May, K-rails along Wilshire and Plymouth boulevards at least Avenue. lanes in each direction between La p.m. to facilitate work in the area. Boulevard may be removed in the through 2021. Wilshire Boulevard Construction is anticipated to con- Cienega and San Vicente boule- Gale Drive will be intermittently area, but the lane closures will has been reduced to two lanes in tinue through 2022 at the vards. closed daily north of Wilshire remain in place. each direction between June Street Wilshire/Fairfax station. Appendage Later this month, westbound Boulevard. Through May 14, the Metro will hold the next meeting crosswalk and west sidewalk on on sections one and two of the Gale Drive will be closed. Purple Line Extension project from Farther west at Wilshire/Rodeo, Wilshire/Western to Century City on construction is ongoing at a future Wednesday, June 2, from noon to 1 Supervisors support LGBTQ+ service members subway station. Excavation is near- p.m., via Zoom. To participate, visit The Los Angeles County Board of U.S. military,” said Kuehl, the first transgender people from serving in ing completion and tunneling will zoom.us and use the webinar ID: Supervisors recently approved a LGBTQ+ supervisor in Los the military and called on U.S. mil- continue near the station through 937 0548 5587, or call (888)788 motion directing county representa- Angeles County history. “Now is itary leaders to review discharges 2022. Through at least June 30, only 0099. tives in Sacramento and the time, once and for all, to cement made on the basis of gender identity. two lanes will be open in each direc- For questions and concerns, call Washington, D.C., to advocate for equity and inclusion in our military The process of updating most dis- tion on Wilshire Boulevard between the 24-hour project hotline at policies that will make it possible for policies and reverse the discrimina- charge records for LGBTQ+ indi- Beverly and Crescent drives from (213)922-6934, email the project LGBTQ+ service members who tion that has unjustly penalized our viduals remains cumbersome and 10:45 a.m. to midnight, and one lane team at [email protected], or were dishonorably or less-than-hon- LGBTQ+ veterans and denied them often requires extensive legal in each direction will be open from visit metro.net. orably discharged from the military benefits.” knowledge, the supervisors said. because of their sexual orientation or More than 100,000 service mem- “Members of the LGBTQ+ com- gender identity to change their dis- bers were expelled from the U.S. munity who have courageously charge designation. military between World War II and served this country deserve justice County representatives were also the 2011 repeal of “Don’t Ask, and are entitled to the benefits and directed to advocate to help trans Don’t Tell,” a policy that barred gay services that are available to all vet- veterans who transitioned after their and lesbian individuals from serv- erans,” said Supervisor Hilda L. military service obtain paperwork ing openly because of their actual or Solis, 1st District. “For decades, updates to reflect their current gen- perceived sexual orientation. members of the LGBTQ+ commu- der identity. The changes are neces- Veterans without an honorable dis- nity have endured discriminatory sary to allow these veterans to access charge are generally excluded from practices in the military and it is the benefits to which they’re entitled benefits including health care and time we take collective action to but are being denied, said Supervisor tuition assistance and may face address these injustices and create Sheila Kuehl, 3rd District. additional barriers to employment. equitable pathways that honor the “We are at a critical point in the In January, the Biden administra- sacrifices of LGBTQ+ veterans and history of LGBTQ+ people in the tion reversed a 2018 order banning active military service members.”

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U.S. “changed in an instant,” and new ones, such as an alternative vices from us.” Lesbians, bisexual women, non- people stopped getting their neces- insemination program and working For information, visit lalgbtcen- Plaintiff and the Class are repre- binary and gender-fluid people are sary screenings, such as mammo- with formerly incarcerated women. ter.org/alhp. sented by: far less likely to visit the doctor or grams and pap smears, as well as access health services, according to STD testing, IUD placements and Mitch Kalcheim Duffy. And when they do, they feel other forms of contraception. LegalGP they cannot be open about their sex- “This community of ours that 725 S. Figueroa Street ual orientation or gender identity, was already facing disproportionate she added. issues was further set back by the Suite 1750 “You need a body-affirming and pandemic. Even the most motivated Los Angeles, CA 90017 sex-positive provider who outward- of patients – those without any bar- [email protected] ly assures your safety during the riers or issues in accessing care – visit and affirms who you are,” would not see a doctor or health (213) 955-7142 Duffy said. care provider,” she said. “For those The Audre Lorde Health Program already suffering from depression, You are a member of the Settle- welcomes anyone who has identi- anxiety or substance abuse, the pan- ment Class if from NO- VEMBER 23, 2013 to MAY 26, 2020 you purchased certain enu- merated Beverages and/or Di- CORE launches vaccine etary Supplements in California from Kreation. A complete list awareness campaign of the Products can be found on photo courtesy of Councilwoman Nithya Raman www.KreationJuicerySettle- Continuing their efforts to communities and include infor- Deputy Chief Trevor Richmond, Councilwoman Nithya Raman and ment.Com. proactively address inequity in mation in languages including Deputy Chief Armando Hogan focused on preventative measures COVID-19 vaccine distribution English, Spanish, Mandarin, when they met this month. In order to settle this matter Kre- and eliminate barriers to reaching Korean and Vietnamese. ation has agreed to abide by a for- the city’s most vulnerable popu- “Since the beginning of the mal permanent injunction lations, CORE – Community pandemic, we have been working regulating the manner in which Organized Relief Effort – has in close partnership with the city Raman discusses wildfire formed a coalition of strategists of Los Angeles and LAFD to pro- they may label and market these and community leaders to launch tect Angelenos from the devastat- Products. In addition, Kreation a vaccination awareness and ing impact of COVID-19,” safety with LAFD has agreed to make charitable do- acceptance campaign aimed at CORE co-founder and CEO Ann nations to two charities: Project reaching Los Angeles’ hardest-hit Lee said. “Our teams come from In anticipation of the start of operations out of Van Nuys Angel and The Children’s Burn communities, including Latino, and work alongside diverse com- the Brush Clearance Season, Airport, as well as LAFD’s Foundation. Black and Asian-American and munities across L.A. to provide which begins May 15, Los innovative strategies for serving Pacific Islander populations. them with the relief they need Angeles City Councilwoman the constituents of Council The initiative, It’s Time Los through trust and breaking down Nithya Raman, 4th District, vis- District 4. MORE INFORMATION RE- Angeles, is a multiplatform cam- cultural and language barriers, as ited the Los Angeles Fire Raman discussed plans to GARDING THE SETTLE- paign built by L.A.-based multi- well as technology and trans- Department Air Operations Unit work in close coordination with MENT, AND YOUR OTHER cultural marketing firm American portation roadblocks. Our priori- at Fire Station 114 located on the LAFD to shore up preventative OPTIONS IS PROVIDED IN Entertainment Marketing that ty is the equitable distribution of grounds of Van Nuys Airport. measures such as the investment THE DETAILED NOTICE aims to increase the rate of vacci- vaccines, and the most significant She met with Deputy Chief in trail signage, collaboration AVAILABLE AT WWW.Kre- nations for the city’s most vulner- obstacle is often information. Armando Hogan, commander of with community organizations to ationJuicerySettlement.com able and hard-to-reach communi- Breaking down this barrier operations for the West Bureau; organize brush clearance train- ties. requires working within existing Deputy Chief Trevor Richmond, ings, as well as raising awareness AND/OR SENDING AN As California has opened vac- community infrastructure and commander of operations for the about the free what3words EMAIL cine availability to people age 16 trusted leaders – and that’s exact- Valley Bureau; and Captain mobile app available, which is and up, CORE anticipates the ly what we’ve set out to achieve Brandon Ruedy of LAFD Air used to help lost hikers in distress If you don’t want to be legally potential for increased confusion with It’s Time Los Angeles. We Operations to discuss brush sea- be located by LAFD personnel bound by the settlement, you must and misinformation around how are excited to rally this robust son preparedness, daily search even when offline. exclude yourself by June 21, and rescue in the hillside com- For information, email people can gain access to vac- alliance of community experts to 2021. If you stay in the settlement, cines. The multicultural and mul- lead the charge of this collabora- munities and aircraft safety [email protected]. tilingual initiative of It’s Time tive and inclusive initiative.” you may object to it by June 21, Los Angeles will connect and In launching It’s Time Los 2021. The detailed notice explains empower people of color with Angeles, CORE and AEM have how to exclude yourself or object. cultural relevance, authenticity assembled a coalition of highly Letters to The Court will hold a hearing in and accuracy on the need to visible and respected multicultur- this case on August 12, 2021 at receive lifesaving vaccinations al leaders and community-based the Editor 10:00 a.m., to decide on final set- by providing information on organizations to educate in-lan- tlement approval. For further in- available resources, including guage on the urgency to be vacci- CORE’s mass vaccination sites, nated through culturally relevant Thank you for without showing bias or preju- formation regarding the hearing or walk-up sites and fleet of mobile online and grassroots channels. dice. for answers to other commonly units, to help ensure a safe and CORE recognizes that the voices reporting without bias You set a good example for asked questions please go to equitable distribution of vac- of trusted community messengers other newspapers, even the major www.KreationJuicerySettlement.c ones who have yet to learn good cines. The integrated campaign are key to education and aware- Regarding the May 6 issue om or contact Class Counsel. includes a public service ness in the fight against the pan- journalism. I appreciate it. Keep up the good work. announcement, digital/social demic. 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An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a At 9:15 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 7500 block of petty theft in the 800 block of S. committed a petty theft in the 300 Melrose at 11:55 a.m. Bronson at 7:20 a.m. block of S. Canon. P OLICE BLOTTER At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a pect committed a petty theft in the committed a burglary in the 1500 vehicle parked in the 500 block of 6200 block of Hollywood. block of Vine. S. Oxford at 9:40 p.m. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect April 29 and May 8. The information was compiled from tim in the 5300 block of Sixth at 1 tim in the 1500 block of Vine at burglarized a vehicle parked in the crimemapping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: p.m. 3:40 p.m. 400 block of S. Oxford. Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855- At 4:10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a 8850, and the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. committed a grand theft in the 100 burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglary in the 200 block of S. block of N. Robertson. 5900 block of Franklin. Western at 11:40 p.m.

Benedict Canyon at 9:53 p.m. Beverly Hills Police An unknown suspect stole a bicy- An unknown suspect assaulted a May 4 victim near the corner of Burnside Department cle near the corner of Santa May 8 Monica and Beverly Glen at 4:25 and Third at 4:45 p.m. A 12:45 a.m., an unknown suspect

p.m. assaulted a victim in the 1700 A vandalism incident was reported May 2 A suspect assaulted a victim dur- block of N. La Brea. in the 1100 block of Calle Vista at ing a domestic violence incident in A suspect was arrested on suspi- 2:02 a.m. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect the 1200 block of Tamarind at 5:20 An unknown suspect committed a cion of driving under the influence stole vehicle parked in the 200 p.m. burglary in the 1400 block of S. of alcohol or drugs near the corner At 2:15 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Muirfield. Shenandoah at 1:50 a.m. of Haynes and Arkell at 1:30 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 400 At 5:35 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Beverly. An unknown suspect stole vehicle assaulted a victim near the corner At 2:10 a.m., an unknown suspect At 1:04 p.m., an unknown suspect parked in the 200 block of S. Muirfield at 7 p.m. of Beverly and Curson. committed a burglary in the 600 committed a burglary in the 200 An unknown suspect committed a block of S. Fairfax. block of S. Hamel. burglary in the 900 block of Alpine An unknown suspect committed a At 8:50 p.m., an unknown suspect at 9:30 p.m. petty theft in the 6000 block of assaulted a victim in the 6000 A robbery was reported in the May 3 Hollywood at 7 p.m. block of Yucca. 7900 block of Sunset at 2:10 a.m.

West Hollywood A suspect was arrested on suspi- At 7:48 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 2:30 a.m., an unknown suspect cion of driving under the influence committed a petty theft in the 100 Sheriff’s Station cle parked in the 1600 block of N. committed a petty theft in the 1600 of alcohol or drugs near the corner block of The Grove. Martel at 9 p.m. block of N. La Brea. of Rexford and Santa Monica at May 2 1:36 a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 11:20 p.m., an unknown sus- tim in the 100 block of S. Gardner At 11:40 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 6800 At 9:10 a.m., an unknown suspect at 9 p.m. pect assaulted a victim in the 8800 block of Wilshire. assaulted a victim in the 1100 block of Santa Monica. block of Shadow Hill. At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect May 1 May 3 committed a petty theft in the 5500 A vandalism incident was reported block of Melrose. At 12:10 a.m., an unknown sus- in the 500 block of Camden at 3:02 An unknown suspect committed a p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect burglarized a burglary in the 900 block of 7000 block of Sunset. Larrabee at 1:30 a.m. vehicle parked in the 8000 block of At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Romaine at 10:30 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a petty theft from a At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- vehicle parked in the 200 block of victim in the 7000 block of Waring At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect pect stole a vehicle parked in the at 12:30 a.m. S. Tower. 1100 block of N. Ogden. stole a vehicle parked in the 6200

block of Orange. At 2:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a May 4 petty theft in the 300 block of N. robbed a victim near the corner May 3 Canon at 9:15 p.m. Heliotrope and Clinton. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect ing a domestic violence incident in An unknown suspect robbed a vic- May 4 the 7500 block of Fountain at 6 assaulted a victim in the 600 block tim near the corner of Lexington of N. Oxford. p.m. and Vine at 12:30 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 200 block of N. An unknown suspect burglarized a Beverly at 4:05 a.m. May 5 At 6:40 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 6600 block of

assaulted a victim in the 900 block Drexel at 3:25 a.m. At 12:20 a.m., an unknown sus- At 2:55 p.m., an unknown suspect of N. Gower. pect robbed a victim near the cor- committed a petty theft in the 9500 At 3:40 a.m., an unknown suspect ner of De Longpre and Flores. block of Santa Monica. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- committed a petty theft in the 1800

cle parked in the 7100 block of block of Vine. An unknown suspect assaulted a Los Angeles Police Hollywood at 8 p.m. victim in the 300 block of S. Canon An unknown suspect committed a at 4:30 p.m. Department At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- petty theft in the 5700 block of pect committed a burglary in the Hollywood at 4 a.m. At 4:49 p.m., an unknown suspect April 29 400 block of N. Mansfield. committed a petty theft in the 300 At 9:45 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Rodeo. An unknown suspect burglarized May 2 burglarized a vehicle parked near vehicle parked in the 6200 block of the corner of Second and May 5 Yucca at 2 a.m. At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- Gramercy. pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 9:15 a.m., an unknown suspect 1500 block of N. Laurel. An unknown suspect committed a robbed a victim in the 5600 block tim in the 600 block of Hillside at petty theft in the 7600 bock of of Sunset. 12:08 a.m. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- Sunset at 11:10 a.m.

ing a domestic violence incident in An unknown suspect committed a At 8:15 a.m., an unknown suspect the 8400 block of W. Third at 12:17 At 2:24 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 6100 bloc of burglarized a vehicle parked in the a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7000 1100 block of N. Beverly. Franklin at 10 a.m. block of Sunset.

At 2:20 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 11:20 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect assaulted a pect committed a burglary in the assaulted a victim near the corner cle parked in the 100 block of S. of Cahuenga and Homewood. victim in the 1600 block of N. Crescent at 3 p.m. 7200 block of Hollywood. Martel at 3:10 p.m.

An unknown suspect attempted to May 6 An unknown suspect burglarized a At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked near the corner of steal a vehicle parked in the 100 block of S. Norton at 3:30 a.m. committed a petty theft near the An unknown suspect burglarized a Franklin and Highland at 11:30 corner of Sunset and Western. a.m. vehicle parked in the 200 block of At 3:30 a.m., an unknown suspect S. Hamilton at 4 p.m. An attempted theft was reported in At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 1100 block of S. Bedford. the 1400 block of Edris at 4 p.m. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 5400 block of Hollywood. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect

200 block of S. Gale. burglary in the 9300 block of committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect assaulted a Beverlycrest at 3:40 a.m. 5600 block of Packard. An unknown suspect burglarized a victim in the 8200 block of Beverly at 10 p.m. vehicle parked in the 400 block of At 4:12 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi-

S. Bedford at 6:30 p.m. committed a burglary in the 1400 cle parked in the 1200 block of S. At 11:20 p.m., an unknown sus- block of N. Kings. Tremaine at 6 p.m. May 7 pect assaulted a victim near the corner of Franklin and Highland. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 6:13 p.m., an unknown suspect

At 5:59 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 6200 block of burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglarized a vehicle parked in the April 30 Hollywood at 5:30 a.m. 1700 block of N. Highland. 200 block of S. La Peer. At 10:30 a.m., an unknown sus- At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect committed a pect assaulted a victim near the assaulted a victim in the 7000 cle parked near the corner of burglary in the 1200 block of corner of Third and Fairfax. block of Hawthorn. Sunset and Highland at 9 p.m. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 15 May 13, 2021 Hollywood Bowl returns with diverse summer series The Los Angeles Philharmonic Pink’s honors ‘The Great One’ Association has announced its 2021 Pink’s Hot Dogs on La Brea ter Beverly Pink-Wolfe. “It’s going summer season at the Hollywood Avenue and the streaming plat- to be big.” Bowl, marking its return following form MasterClass have partnered Pink’s Hot Dogs is partnering the cancellation of the 2020 sum- on a hot dog honoring former with MasterClass, a streaming mer season. National Hockey League and Los platform allowing viewers to take Following public health and Angeles Kings star Wayne online classes with celebrities, reopening guidelines, the LA Phil Gretzky. leaders and other professionals. will offer more than 50 perfor- The Victory Dogs will be avail- The Victory Dogs coincide with mances, including 14 concerts with able from Thursday, May 13, the launch of a class with Gretzky Music and Artistic Director through Saturday, May 15, and are on the mindset of an athlete on Gustavo Dudamel. From classical priced at 99 cents, in tribute to MasterClass. music to pop, reggae, jazz and film, Gretzky’s jersey number during Customers can also purchase the season showcases acclaimed his NHL career. They will be Victory Dog T-shirts for $10.99. A artists and includes the return of topped with mustard, onions, mural of Gretzky, whose nickname numerous Hollywood Bowl chopped tomato and three slices of is “The Great One,” will be avail- favorites. photo by Fred George/courtesy of the LA Phil bacon and piled high with pastra- able for photos at Pink’s. “Music-making is ultimately The Hollywood Bowl will reopen to the public with the “July 4 Fireworks mi. Sales will be limited to four “Wayne Gretzky was my idol,” about the shared experience of peo- Victory Dogs per customer. It’s a Pink added. “The talent he had is ple coming together and being unit- Spectacular,” featuring Kool & the Gang and the Hollywood Bowl poorly kept secret that Gretzky’s something to always aspire to. His ed in a communion of sound. For Orchestra, on July 3 and 4. favorite pre-game ritual was eating friendliness and the toughness was musicians, there is no greater joy hot dogs – sometimes four at a real. He is an iconic figure, just than feeling our instruments res- time. like Pink’s.” onate in harmony with those Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf,” with Dudamel and the LA Phil on “Come with an appetite,” said Pink’s Hot Dogs is located at around, and that is why this return with Viola Davis narrating, on July Aug. 13-14; cellist Sheku Kanneh- Richard Pink, who operates the 709 N. La Brea Ave. For informa- to in-person performances at the 15. Christina Aguilera is scheduled Mason performing Grieg’s “Peer stand with his wife Gloria and sis- tion, call (323)931-4223, or visit Hollywood Bowl is such a power- to perform on July 16-17. Actress, Gynt Suite No. 1” on Aug. 17; and pinkshollywood.com. fully important moment,” Dudamel singer and songwriter Cynthia the “Sing-A-Long Sound of Music” said. “After the many challenges of Erivo makes her LA Phil debut with with host Melissa Peterman on this past year, we all feel a profound Wilkins on July 30. Aug. 21. Additionally, Carlos Vives sense of joy and gratitude to be able The summer tradition of watch- joins Dudamel and the LA Phil on to once again share music and espe- ing movies under the stars with live Aug. 27-28. cially to be able to offer opening orchestral accompaniment will In September, the music of film concerts to our heroes on the front continue with Mark Knopfler’s will be explored with the “Maestro lines, who have given their all to score for “The Princess Bride” on of the Movies” John Williams from keep us safe this past year.” July 31; “Black Panther,” the first Sept 3-5. An all-Mozart program In advance of the upcoming sea- Marvel movie to be screened with featuring LA Phil principal concert- son, the LA Phil will host free con- live orchestral accompaniment, on master Martin Chalifour and princi- certs and programs for health care Sept. 10-12; and “Harry Potter and pal viola Teng Li will be held on workers, first responders and essen- the Half-Blood Prince in Concert” Sept.28. tial workers on May 17 and 22, and on Sept. 17. The Hollywood Bowl’s season June 12 and 26. The Hollywood Other highlights include the also includes the return of the Jazz Bowl will reopen to the public with “Tchaikovsky Spectacular” with Plus series, KCRW’s World the “July 4 Fireworks Spectacular,” fireworks on Aug. 6-7; Dudamel Festival and a series of guest con- featuring Kool & the Gang and the conducting the LA Phil in an all- ductors leading the LA Phil. Hollywood Bowl Orchestra on July Gershwin concert with pianist Jean- Individual concert tickets go on photo courtesy of MasterClass 3 and 4. Dudamel will conduct the Yves Thibaudet and countertenor sale on June 1. For a complete The Victory dog and a limited set of Upper Deck Gretzky cards come LA Phil in a performance of John Holiday on Aug. 10; H.E.R. schedule, visit with each purchase. Limited T-shirts will also be available for purchase. Zoo’s Beastly Ball returns for virtual night of fun and fundraising The Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association will host its annual Beastly Ball fundraiser virtually on Saturday, June 5, at 6 p.m. The event, celebrating its 51st anniversary in 2021, started as a Hollywood gala and has evolved into a virtual celebration that invites viewers from around the world to support the Los Angeles Zoo. Actor, comedian and television personality photo by Jamie Pham Joel McHale will host the Beastly Ball, which will honor the philan- Joel McHale will host the annual thropic work of actor Jackie Chan Beastly Ball, which supports the and actress Leila George. The event Los Angeles Zoo’s conservation includes celebrity guests, animal programs. moments, an online auction and musical performances by Weezer, laughter-filled evening of philan- REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin, thropy, fun, favorite animals and Slash with Def Leppard’s Phil fabulous celebrity friends.” Collen and Stone Temple Pilots’ Chan, a worldwide film sensa- Robert DeLeo and poet Christopher tion, whose off-screen work embod- Simms reading “The Return of the ies his spirit of generosity and Earth/She.” humility, supports many causes Guests can watch the including wildlife conservation. livestreamed event free and partici- Chan is ambassador of Save China’s pate in the silent auction by visiting Tigers, an organization seeking to lazoo.org/beastlyball. save the endangered South China Tax-deductible patron packages tiger through breeding and reintro- start at $1,500. Patron package duction into the wild. donors of $10,000 and more will Australian-American actress receive a hand-delivered zoo- George, who appears on TNT’s themed bag with Lyre’s non-alco- “Animal Kingdom,” has worked holic spirits, John Kelly Chocolates with her husband, Sean Penn, and and Imagery Wine Estate wines and his nonprofit relief organization, a multi-course meal provided by CORE, in establishing COVID-19 chefs Keith Corbin and Daniel testing and vaccination clinics Patterson, of Alta Adams. throughout the country. Last year, “Last year, more than 21,000 peo- George raised funds for the conser- ple from around the globe joined the vation of wildlife, land and commu- celebration, making it our biggest nities by producing and hosting the and wildest party to date,” GLAZA Australian Wildfire Relief Event at President Tom Jacobson said. “And the L.A. Zoo. with Joel McHale returning to host For information, visit the event, it is guaranteed to be a lazoo.org/beastlyball. 16 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News Adult-oriented ‘Invincible’ questions purity, nobility of superheroism Amazon Prime’s new series “Invincible” joins a growing list of both adult-oriented superhero media and animated fare. Separately, such things seem stan- dard, mundane even. But with their power combined, the first season poaches a 2D aesthetic dominated action adaption of the Dynamite by the morning cartoons. The effect comic about a covert team charged is unnerving yet natural for a fan with keeping superheroes in check. base that’s all grown up. Both the print and TV versions Beyond the big two’s comic book shirk the idealism of heroic figures, dominance (Marvel and DC do presenting toxic hyper-celebrity share limited copyright on use of surrounding supercharged, and very the term “super hero,” after all), flawed, individuals prone to vanity, outside superhero creators must dis- addiction and corruption. tinguish themselves. Streaming ser- “Invincible,” created by Robert vices seem to do the same. Disney+ Kirkman (“The Walking Dead” cre- has the Marvel Cinematic Universe. ator as well) for Image Comics, HBO Max borrows some CW con- builds on Prime’s previous offer- tent along with grittier DC origi- ings. While it might be less nihilis- photo courtesy of Prime nals. Who knows what’s happening tic than “The Boys,” less concerned Invincible and Atom Eve are among the fun and memorable characters that bring the new animated superhero with Netflix following severed ties with the correlation between super- series “Invincible” to life. with Marvel Television (the recent power and fascism, it does present a “Thunder Force” tragically similar concern: what if Superman flopped). is a bad guy? Come” and Mark Millar’s 2007’s “Superman: Doomsday,” a and, of course, remaining on call Meanwhile, Prime favors more This is hardly a new topic. DC “Superman: Red Son.” direct-to-video animated feature for the Global Defense Agency, run meta options. A remake of “The itself has explored it in Frank But “Invincible” adds a particu- rated PG-13 for violence, including by Cecil Stedman (Walton Tick” parodies the superhero genre. Miller’s “The Dark Knight larly pressing concern, one ripped some implicit blood spatter and Goggins), a stand-in for Nick Fury Then comes “The Boys,” a live- Returns,” Alex Ross’s “Kingdom from the source’s pages, dating even a deer killing. Of the more and other covert types. back almost 20 years: collateral than 40 DC animated flicks From the opening scene, damage. As high schooler Mark pumped out since then, most target “Invincible” begs for a DC compar- Grayson (voiced by Steven Yeun) an older audience, some even ison with overt similarities between finally gets his powers, a forgone boasting an R rating. DC’s Justice League and the outcome considering his father Perhaps the most prominent Guardians of the Globe. There’s a Nolan is world-renowned Omni- architect of this arrived in the early speedster, a shapeshifting Martian, man (J.K. Simmons), the gig ‘90s, “Batman: The Animated a guy named Darkwing (hmm), a requires a delicate balance of Series,” presenting more mature king of Atlantis and a warrior punching and protecting. stories still appropriate for Saturday woman, simply called War Woman Mark’s inaugural attempt to morning cartoons. (Lauren Cohen). Mind you, such defend Chicago from invasion ends “Invincible” rides that trend to winks to comics history serve a pur- in several failures that cost lives. extremes. What Warner Bros. pose. That history, all the good and Sure, a Good Samaritan defense Animation did in moderation, this bad, rational and contradictory, is didn’t make things worse. In fact, eight-part season does in excess. on trial. he even distracts those pesky tech- And that familiar 2D style serves as The printed page enjoys decades loaded green men long enough for a jarring juxtaposition to superhero scrutinizing this topic, but TV others to escape, fellow caped cru- fandom’s expectations. series and especially films mostly sader Atom Eve, and his classmate A few jokes soften the blow, pay lip service without extensive Samantha (Gillian Jacobs). But the including welcome cameos like commitment. Superhero media trauma and anxiety of great power Seth Rogen voicing Allen the Alien needs what “Invincible” has. It and great responsibility haunt and Jon Hamm as a security guard might not appeal to everyone, but Invincible, a name more optimistic facing the frailty of life, but things those who can stomach the graphic photo courtesy of Prime than proven. are mostly quite dire. Mark navi- bits – see them for what they mean- Omni-man’s son Mark Grayson gets his powers in high school and What makes “Invincible” so gates school, a new relationship ing on a grander scale – are in for a becomes the superhero Invincible. refreshing isn’t new; it dates back to with Amber Bennett (Zazie Beetz) wild ride.

‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star Carteris is first American to head IFA Talk explores Delegates to the International Audiovisual Performances, protect Federation of Actors 22nd World intellectual property and artists’ Congress last week elected Screen creations, promote global diversi- extremism rise Actors Guild-American ty, support artistic freedom of Holocaust Museum Los Angeles Federation of Television and expression and distinguish actors’ presents “How We Got Here: From Radio Artists President Gabrielle special status for FIA’s 81 member the Good War to the Storming of the Carteris to serve as the organiza- organizations. Capitol” on May 18 at 4 p.m. tion’s president – the first time an She will play a fundamental role The virtual event features a dis- American has been elected to helm in securing actors’ conditions of cussion between Steven J. Ross, the nearly 70-year-old global employment and supporting University of Southern California union federation. actors’ endeavors by sharing expe- history professor and director of the “It is my profound honor to be rience, providing technical exper- Casden Institute for the Study of the elected president of the tise and conveying the solidarity of Jewish Role in American Life, and International Federation of its worldwide membership. former U.S. Rep. Mel Levine, who Actors,” Carteris said. “For nearly Carteris will also play a leading currently serves as counsel for 70 years, FIA has been a leader role in fighting for fair representa- Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. and fighter for actors around the tion, inclusion, accessibility and Ross and Levine will examine the rise of white supremacists following world. FIA has worked tirelessly equal opportunities in the enter- photo courtesy of SAG-AFTRA to make stages, sets and studios tainment, media and performing World War II and three New York- Gabrielle Carteris starred on “Beverly Hills, 90210” and was one of the more diverse and equitable, in arts industry. In all of this work, based groups that spied on them addition to creating a culture of Carteris will uphold the special first to speak out about the abuse of Harvey Weinstein and the culture from 1945 until the late 1970s: the respect and accountability in the status accorded to the cultural sec- of sexual harassment in the entertainment industry. American Jewish Committee, Anti- entertainment, media and perform- tor. Defamation League and the Non- ing arts industry that transcends “Gabrielle has spent her entire safe for workers all over the world. April 2016 and previously served Sectarian Anti-Nazi League. Ross’ international boundaries. I am career in the entertainment indus- It’s clear that Gabrielle has a deep- as the elected executive vice pres- book, “Battling Hate: Undercover grateful to Ferne Downey for her try, whether as an actor herself or rooted commitment to protecting ident from 2013 to 2016. In 2017, Resistance to Racism and Anti- leadership as president over the standing up for workers in her role each and every worker in our she was among the first to speak Semitism in Post-World War II past nine years and look forward as SAG-AFTRA president, and industry, and I’m so proud and out about the abuse of Harvey America,” explores the rise of white to working with my colleagues I’m confident she will be a fantas- grateful to welcome her as Weinstein and the culture of sexual supremacism. across FIA in the years ahead.” tic president of the International International Federation of Actors harassment in the entertainment Ross is also the author of “Hitler As leader of the FIA, Carteris Federation of Actors,” said president.” industry and worked with SAG- in Los Angeles: How Jews Foiled will continue fight to empower Dominick Luquer, FIA secretary Carteris is a career actor who AFTRA to develop steps to report Nazi Plots Against Hollywood and collective bargaining and workers’ general. “We must continue our came to prominence playing and curb incidents of sexual America” and “Hollywood Left and rights globally, improve working critical work to expand the protec- Andrea Zuckerman on the hit harassment in the entertainment Right: How Movie Stars Shaped conditions, encourage ratification tions of collective bargaining and Aaron Spelling drama “Beverly industry. American Politics.” of the World Intellectual Property make the entertainment industry Hills, 90210.” She was first elect- For information, visit For information and registration, Organization Beijing Treaty on more inclusive, supportive and ed SAG-AFTRA president in sagaftra.org. visit holocaustmuseumla.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 17 May 13, 2021 LACMA expanding its modern art exhibit The Los Angeles County Close Quarters continues Museum of Art’s modern art collec- Los Angeles Chamber tion returns on June 13 in a new Orchestra’s Close Quarters inter- presentation of 250 works by nearly disciplinary digital series melding 200 artists that offers fresh perspec- musical and visual arts continues tives on the museum’s unparalleled with guest conductor Grant holdings. Gershon, who leads the LACO- LACMA’s European and commissioned world premiere of American Modern Art collection “Hyo” by 2020-21 Sound has particular strengths in German Investment Composer Peter S. Expressionism, Abstract Shin. Expressionism and the art of Additionally, internationally Southern California. It also renowned soprano and native includes the renowned collection of Californian Nicole Cabell makes Janice and Henri Lazarof, with her LACO debut performing especially fine holdings of work by Britten’s “Les illuminations,” a Pablo Picasso and Alberto song cycle set to the poetry of Giacometti. Previously located in Arthur Rimbaud, and “Lumee’s photo courtesy of Nicole Cabell Aria” from the Pulitzer Prize- the Ahmanson Building, the collec- Internationally renowned sopra- tion will be installed in a new pre- winning opera “p r i s m” by LACO Creative Advisor and no Nicole Cabell makes her sentation suffused with natural light photo courtesy of LACMA LACO debut in the new episode on Level 3 of the Broad Composer in Residence Ellen LACMA’s modern art collection has particular strengths in German Reid. of Close Quarters. Contemporary Art Museum. Expressionism, Abstract Expressionism and the art of Southern The galleries have been The performance incorporates California. redesigned in collaboration with animation and drawn portraiture and Joe Davis. LACO Creative Frank O. Gehry and Associates, by visual artist Jian Lee as part of Director of Digital Content James and the presentation includes new are in the construction phase for the this particular installation by Frank a pioneering collaboration in Darrah provides visual curation. interpretive texts, six thematic David Geffen Galleries,” Barron Gehry,” said Michael Govan, which Shin and Lee are actively The new episode is available to audio tours, a 30-minute film said. “I hope that the stories and LACMA CEO and Wallis working together to conjure up the public for free and can be drawn from LACMA’s exhibition connections between and among Annenberg Director. “But most visuals as the piece is written streamed on demand following its archives and a collection sound- objects will offer new ways of importantly, Senior Curator of throughout the multi-month artis- premiere on Friday, May 21, at track. The new presentation is thinking, informed by recent schol- Modern Art Stephanie Barron has tic process. The Britten and Reid 6:30 p.m. at laco.org/close-quar- curated by Stephanie Barron, senior arship and discourse, about our used her unique and intimate segments, cinematic in nature, ters, as well as on LACO’s curator and department head of modern art collection. … We are knowledge of our collections, along spotlight collaborations with YouTube and Facebook live modern art, and Katia Zavistovski, excited to introduce this reinterpre- with new research and new acquisi- stage director George Miller, channels. Donations are request- assistant curator of modern art. tation of the collection during this tions, to create an engaging new choreographer Rebecca Steinberg ed at laco.org/donate. “This installation is an opportu- time of cultural growth at LACMA presentation with surprising ideas and dancers Layne Paradis Willis For information, visit laco.org. nity to rethink how we display our and in the city of Los Angeles.” connecting mostly familiar works collection and bring together long- “Many of our most-beloved of art.” time favorites with works that have modern art masterpieces are now in LACMA is located at 5905 never been on view, and we have a a fresh and beautiful context in Wilshire Blvd. For information rare chance to incorporate works BCAM – framed in Renzo Piano’s about gallery hours and ticket reser- from other departments while we light-filled galleries, adjusted for vations, visit lacma.org. Hammer launches innovative new website The Hammer Museum at UCLA launched a new website, Hammer Channel, offering more than 1,000 conversations with artists, writers, photos by Ramona Trent/courtesy of the Skirball Cultural Center filmmakers, scholars, scientists and The Skirball Cultural Center has announced that Sheri Bernstein, activists. Reuben J. Sanchez and Pamela Kohanchi will serve in new leader- New content is added weekly as ship positions. part of the Hammer’s decades-long commitment to presenting programs on topics ranging from politics and current events to literary readings to Skirball Center picks director film screenings and artist talks. The Skirball Cultural Center “As we celebrate our 25th Hammer Channel offers innovative has appointed Sheri Bernstein as anniversary and look to the chal- tools to search, clip and share not museum director effective July 1. lenges and opportunities before only the programs themselves but photo courtesy of Hammer Museum A member of the senior leader- us, I am thrilled to welcome bril- precise moments within. Hammer ship team for 20 years, Bernstein liant talents to leadership roles New content is added weekly to the Hammer Channel on topics ranging Channel was made possible by a currently serves as vice president focused on deepening our com- grant from the Andrew W. Mellon from politics and current events to literary readings to film screenings. of education and visitor experi- mitment to the community,” Foundation. ence, and previously worked as Skirball President and CEO “The Hammer’s legacy of pro- the environment and more. Hammer and share clips of their favorite project director of Noah’s Ark at Jessie Kornberg said. “With our grams is as much a cornerstone of Channel allows users not only to moments within a program. the Skirball. Bernstein succeeds galleries about to reopen and our mission as our exhibitions,” search by topic or title, but within As part of the project, the underly- Robert Kirschner, who has exhibition planning moving for- Hammer Museum Director Ann transcripts of the videos themselves. ing source code and technical docu- served as museum director since ward once again, Sheri Bernstein Philbin said. “Hammer Channel puts A search for a person or topic will mentation is available on the open- 2008. takes the helm of the Skirball that legacy right up front, giving include results in which that term is source platform GitHub. By provid- The Skirball has also hired two Museum at an especially exciting audiences access to the full breadth discussed during a program – and ing documentation of the Hammer leaders in critical administrative time. We are also pleased to bring and depth of our talks, performances will bring users to the very moment Channel to open-source communi- roles. Reuben J. Sanchez has aboard Reuben Sanchez and and much more.” within that video when the term was ties, other institutions worldwide been named chief financial offi- Pamela Kohanchi, two outstand- Organized much like a streaming used. Full transcripts are included may adopt, adapt and advance their cer, responsible for developing ing professionals in their fields. service, Hammer Channel offers a with every video, allowing for own initiatives. and leading financial and invest- Though they come from different wide variety of video content orga- greater accessibility and searchabili- For information and to view, visit ment management strategies for industries, communities and pro- nized by categories including art, ty. Additionally, Hammer Channel’s Hammer Channel at channel.ham- the Skirball, which has an annual fessional backgrounds, each has social justice, film, books, politics, clipping tool allows users to create mer.ucla.edu. operating budget of $25 million. a deep personal connection to our Pamela Kohanchi has been mission and are themselves a named senior vice president, gen- beautiful reflection of the breadth eral counsel and secretary, over- of the Skirball community.” Petersen offers opportunity for women-led companies seeing and advancing the institu- The Skirball Cultural Center is The Petersen Automotive “With only 23.6% of motor vehi- tive space.” tion’s legal and governance currently open to members for Museum has launched a new three- cle industry positions held by women Women-led businesses that sup- framework, government rela- Noah’s Outdoor Explorers. On month incubator program, with the in 2019, we felt it was our responsi- port or are directly related to the tions, talent and culture. May 15, the exhibition “Ai support of Rolex, to foster the devel- bility as a world leader in automotive automotive industry can apply for the Sanchez most recently served Weiwei: Trace” will open to the opment of women-led businesses in thought to create this incubator pro- incubator program. as regional vice president of general public, with member pre- the automotive sector. gram,” Petersen Automotive Once accepted, the startup will finance at Live Nation’s North view days running through May Each year, the museum will Museum Executive Director Terry L. work alongside the Petersen’s men- America Concerts Division. 14. choose one California-based startup Karges said. “Through the generous torship team to develop a custom Kohanchi joins the Skirball after The Skirball Cultural Center is with five or fewer employees and support of Rolex and our selection program that addresses its business 12 years at the Los Angeles located at 2701 N. Sepulveda provide it with hands-on mentorship, committee, we can empower and goals. Applications will be accepted County Museum of Art, where Blvd. For information, including access to the Petersen network of develop visionary women to harness through July 31. she was deputy general counsel. new ticketing guidelines and sponsors and partners, and a their potential and give them an To apply, visit petersen.org/busi- Sanchez and Kohanchi began in safety protocols, visit $25,000-$30,000 investment. opportunity to break into the automo- ness-incubator-program. their new positions on April 26. skirball.org. 18 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

LAUSD, Fender to expand Annual Kids Ocean Day shifts online With safety protocols mandated by the California Department of school music programs Health and school districts shift- Superintendent Austin Beutner I could practice songs on my bass ing to distance and hybrid in-per- announced that Los Angeles and find new ones,” she said. “It son instruction, the annual Kids Unified will expand its middle really was amazing.” Ocean Day program is pivoting to school music program in the com- Brenda Ponce, Juliet’s mother, online assemblies this spring with ing year from the 5,000 students said the Fender program has taught a student ocean-themed art contest currently participating to more the 11-year-old more than just to continue its mission to educate than 10,000. music. thousands of young people Every student in the program “She has learned to focus and be throughout Los Angeles to be learns to play in a teacher-led responsible and how to meet other good stewards of the environment. music class and receives an instru- students,” Ponce said. “It’s won- “We’re proud of the participat- ment, as well as access to the derful that she has this opportuni- ing schools and teachers for incor- Fender Play app. Fender is provid- ty.” porating this program into their ing guitars and Fender Play free of “Middle school is such an lesson plans,” said Los Angeles charge to all students in the pro- important time for young students Department of Public Works gram. The expansion of this pro- to get exposure to music instruc- Commissioner Aura Garcia. “It’s gram puts the school district well tion,” Fender CMO Evan Jones never too early to start teaching on the way to the goal of providing said. “We’ve been so inspired by students the value of conserving this opportunity for every student. our partnership with Los Angeles resources, recycling and reducing The music program launched Unified and the impact this pro- the use of plastics to keep our photo courtesy of the Malibu Foundation for Environmental Education last June, when students received gram is having on the students and local rivers, creeks and ocean The annual Kids Ocean Day, where thousands of L.A. schoolchildren clean.” free guitars, basses and ukuleles their families. We are committed to clean up Dockweiler State Beach, is shifting online in 2021 with an from Fender Play Foundation. growing this program, extending it For nearly 30 years, the Malibu ocean-themed art contest. They participated in teacher-led to even more Los Angeles Unified Foundation for Environmental lessons and made new friends in a students in the coming years.” Education has hosted school community of musicians when the Beutner also visited SoFi assemblies in L.A.-area elemen- Coastal Commission. “Through a giant online mosaic. The win- pandemic had everyone longing Stadium last week to congratulate tary schools to teach young peo- their ocean-themed artwork, stu- ning artwork will be featured as for connection. the almost 250 middle school stu- ple about the adverse impacts of dents can still show the world the the main image of the mosaic. The “In the midst of a global pan- dents in the program who taped a pollution to watersheds, oceans unified power they possess to care winning student and their teacher demic, we knew children would performance with Grammy and and sea life. This year, school for California’s beaches and the will each receive a $100 gift card need, more than ever, a way to con- Oscar Award-winning artist H.E.R. assemblies are shifting to online Pacific Ocean.” to a well-known craft store. The nect with one another,” Beutner for the Global Citizen event: “VAX classroom presentations com- mosaic will be unveiled on the said. “We reached out to Fender Live: The Concert to Reunite the posed of engaging videos and Kids Ocean Day website (kidsoce- and they answered the call to World.” Selena Gomez, Jennifer one-on-one interaction with stu- “It’s never too anday.org) on June 8, which is serve.” Lopez, the Foo Fighters and dents. The program focuses on early to start World Oceans Day. Music teacher Eloy Adame said President Joe Biden will also what kids can do to take care of “While we may not be able to Los Angeles Unified’s partnership appear in the event, which will be the beach, the ocean and marine teaching students gather students for in-person with Fender provided new oppor- televised nationally on May 8. animals. the value of con- school assemblies or a beach tunities for him to share his talent “Los Angeles Unified students Typically, the hands-on learning cleanup this year, our mission to and love of music with students. will perform on a global stage then culminates with thousands of serving resources, educate young people continues,” “The one thing that really stands alongside some of the world's L.A.-area schoolchildren partici- recycling and said Michael Klubock, founder of out for me has been the scope of brightest stars and world leaders,” pating in a cleanup at Dockweiler reducing the use the Malibu Foundation for the program,” he said. “I am teach- Beutner said. “For me, it’s State Beach in May. This year, Environmental Education and the ing students from the north, south, Christmas come early and a dream instead of a student-led aerial art of plastics to keep annual Kids Ocean Day event. east and west corners of Los come true. I’m a music kid – as a formation at Dockweiler Beach, our local rivers, “We are thankful we can still get Angeles and there is no way I shy fifth-grader in my third differ- each student who attends an creeks and ocean the message out to elementary stu- could have reached all those stu- ent elementary school, it was a online classroom presentation is dents online that they have the dents before.” teacher handing me a cello who encouraged to participate in the clean.” power to make a positive differ- Juliet Ponce, a sixth-grade stu- changed my world. I found 2021 Kids Ocean Day art contest ence every day in keeping our dent at South Gate Middle School friends and I found my voice. and submit an original artwork Aura Garcia, Los Angeles environment clean.” Science/Technology/Math Whether it’s in music, art, sports, illustrating what they love about Department of Public Works The program is free to L.A.-area Magnet, said the Fender program academics or other activities, we the ocean. Commissioner schools. Schools interested in par- gave her a creative outlet when want to provide that same oppor- “Kids Ocean Day 2021 is differ- ticipating in the online classroom schools were closed due to the pan- tunity for every student to find ent but no less impactful,” said presentations and the art contest demic. their voice.” Chris Parry, public education pro- Every art entry received will be can visit kidsoceanday.org for “When I needed to take a break, For information, visit lausd.net. gram manager with the California included as an individual image in more information.

photo by John Edward Linden Photography/courtesy of the Wallis The grant is the fourth received by the Wallis from the NEA in support of Dance @ the Wallis. Wallis picks up $10K NEA Grant The Wallis Annenberg Center for ful for this generous grant from the the Performing Arts received a National Endowment for the Arts $10,000 grant from the National as we prepare to resume in-person Endowment for the Arts that will live performances on our stages help support Dance @ the Wallis while maintaining a firm commit- programming in the upcoming ment to the health and safety of 2021-22 Season. staff, artists and patrons,” the Dance @ the Wallis is among Wallis’ Executive Director and more than 1,100 projects across CEO Rachel Fine said. “The NEA’s America that were selected during continued recognition and support a second round of Grants for Arts of Dance @ the Wallis is a testa- Projects for fiscal year 2021 fund- ment to the exceptional artistic ing totaling nearly $27 million. quality of our dance programming This is the fourth grant the Wallis as well as its significant impact on has received in its short history a broad and diverse cross-section from the NEA in support of Dance of our community.” @ the Wallis. For information, visit “The Wallis is particularly grate- arts.gov/news. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 19 May 13, 2021 Local student third in monologue contest Center Theatre Group’s regional finalist Tyla Uzo took third place in the August Wilson Monologue Competition national finals held virtually on Monday, May 3. Uzo, who took second place in the 2020 regional finals, was joined in the national competition on Saturday, May 1, by the top performers of the 2021 August Wilson Monologue Competition Regional Finals, Hazel Eko and

photo courtesy of NHMLAC Stephen Moran. Uzo’s third-place finish earned her a $1,000 scholar- “Insect Symmetry,” where event-goers can use art to see how sym- ship. metrical bugs are, is among the at-home activities during the annual This is the 10th consecutive year Bug Fair. that Center Theatre Group has hosted the Los Angeles component of the national monologue competition. The program is designed to NHM Bug Fair this weekend inspire and educate Los Angeles youth using monologues from The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is celebrating August Wilson’s “American 35 years of its annual Bug Fair, with the virtual “Bug Fair Connected” Century Cycle,” a 10-play cycle on Saturday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on YouTube. that details the complexity of the The event will feature local stories from L.A.’s backyard, show off African-American experience in the most-unique specimens in the museum’s collection, highlight ento- the 20th century. All participants mologists from all over the globe and more. in the Los Angeles regional finals Live events include “A Ponding We Will Go” at 9 a.m. where muse- received a one-year subscription to um educators demonstrate the best practices for ponding and see what CTG’s Digital Stage+ and $250 critters live below the water in the museum’s Nature Gardens pond. At credit to use towards any Center 11 a.m., they’ll be hosting “Eating Bugs 101,” where Aly Moore of Theatre Group production. Los Bugible and Dustin Growick of Dino 101 explore entomophagy, or the Angeles Regional finalists are also practice of eating bugs, along with how culture and critters intersect and offered scholarships to Los a live taste test. At 4 p.m., hear the founding members of Entomologists Angeles City College’s three-year of Color share their efforts toward diversifying the field of entomology conservatory program should they through recruitment, retention and activism, as well as participate in a choose to attend. Q&A session during “Encouraging Diversity in Entomology.” Eko, Moran and Uzo received The event is free with RSVP at nhm.org/bugfair. For information, master classes provided by Center visit nhm.org. Theatre Group allowing them to refine their performances while gaining valuable acting tech- niques.

The program kicked off this sea- photo courtesy of Center Theatre Group son with a preliminary audition Tyla Uzo, who took second place in the 2020 August Wilson Monologue that featured 113 students from 33 different high schools in Los Competition’s regional finals, finished third in the national finals this Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino month. and Riverside counties. Of those students, 45 advanced to a semifi- finalists were selected to move for- Theatre Group’s August Wilson nal audition held live on Zoom in ward. Monologue Competition, visit December, where 11 regional For information on Center CTGLA.org/AugustWilson.

photo courtesy of LAMC Los Angeles Master Chorale and its director, Grant Gershon, will be honored during the online gala, with tickets starting at $25. Chorale’s annual gala is May 16 The Los Angeles Master Chorale, important thing we can do is find led by Grant Gershon, Kiki and creative ways to come together and David Gindler artistic director, will celebrate what we all love,” honor its singers and the philan- Gershon said. “The Master thropic leadership of Laney Chorale’s 2021 gala is an opportu- Techentin at “Gala 2021: Shine nity to celebrate the power of con- Bright,” on Sunday, May 16, at 5 nection through choral music and p.m. acknowledge the indomitable spir- This special online experience, its of our singers and longtime hosted by Broadway legend Patti Master Chorale supporter and LuPone, will feature performances friend, Laney Techentin.” by the Los Angeles Master Chorale, “This past year has shown us the including a virtual “surround sing,” importance and value of singing to and the world premiere of “Shine our everyday lives, so it was only Bright,” a triptych of videos featur- appropriate to honor the Master ing Reena Esmail’s “TaReKiTa,” Chorale singers, whose artistry has OPENINGS Meredith Monk’s “Earth Seen given joy to so many,” LAMC From Above” from her landmark President and CEO Jean Davidson in K-5th GRADES opera “Atlas” and Derrick Spiva said. “We are also proud to honor Click here Jr.’s “Ready, Bright.” “TaReKiTa” Laney Techentin and her unwaver- was released in November 2020, ing dedication to the Master or go to our website while “Earth Seen from Above” Chorale for over 30 years.” to check for and “Ready, Bright” will premiere Tickets for Gala 2021 start at at the gala. $25. Information about ticket pack- distance learning “We are at a transformative time ages and benefits can be found at updates. in our history. The single-most lamasterchorale.org/gala-2021. 20 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News LA Phil hosts event for frontline workers The Los Angeles Philharmonic LA Phil picks YOLA leader Association announced a free event Chad Smith, David C. Bohnett for healthcare workers, first respon- Chief Executive Officer Chair of ders and essential workers on May the Los Angeles Philharmonic 17 as a gesture of thanks for all they Association, announced, on behalf have done for Los Angeles through- of the Board of Directors and out the pandemic. Music and Artistic Director The upcoming Amazon Original Gustavo Dudamel, the appoint- movie “P!nk: All I Know So Far” ment of Camille Delaney-McNeil will be screened live in advance of as the director of the new Judith its May 21 worldwide release on and Thomas L. Beckmen YOLA Prime Video, including a special Center at Inglewood. The Frank appearance and introduction of the Gehry-designed center will open in movie from P!NK herself. The film August and welcome its first class captures P!NK as she embarks on of local Inglewood students this her 2019 “Beautiful Trauma” world fall. tour, balancing life as a performer, a Recruited through an extensive boss, a wife and a mom. The docu- national search, Delaney-McNeil photo courtesy of LA Phil comes to the LA Phil from mentary contains behind-the-scenes Camille Delany-McNeil will lead OrchKids, a Baltimore Symphony footage from the road and intimate the LA Phil’s YOLA Center at interviews with the superstar, giv- Orchestra program where she held the position of director of pro- Inglewood, which is scheduled to ing audiences an exclusive glimpse open in August. inside her life. grams. She will be responsible for The event is in addition to four developing the long-term vision free concerts announced previously, for the center and YOLA, or Youth of Judith and Thomas L. Beckmen including free concerts featuring photo by Adam Latham/courtesy of LA Phil Orchestra Los Angeles, and the and a visionary community of Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil, Musician P!NK will appear at the Hollywood Bowl during a free screen- venue facility operations of the donors that we are able to create made possible through a partnering of her upcoming movie on May 17. new center. She will assume her this new position and to welcome ship with Kaiser Permanente. The position on June 28. the first class of students to the first performance at the Hollywood Gabriella Reyes, and Tchaikovsky’s Permanente), will be livestreamed “Youth Orchestra Los Angeles Beckmen YOLA Center this fall.” Bowl since the pandemic forced the “Serenade for Strings.” This con- on Facebook and YouTube. and everything that it represents is “I am absolutely thrilled to be closure of the venue will take place cert will be broadcast via KUSC Based on Los Angeles County at the center of the LA Phil’s vision embarking on this journey and, on May 15 and will feature Jessie Radio on May 24. Public Health guidance, the for the future, and we are thrilled to particularly, for the opportunity Montgomery’s “Starburst,” A free concert on June 12 fea- Hollywood Bowl will be able to welcome Camille Delaney- YOLA has to serve the community Barber’s “Adagio for Strings” and tures Thundercat and Flying Lotus. welcome a limited-capacity audi- McNeil as our first director of the and youth of Inglewood,” Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, This will be Thundercat’s first per- ence of approximately 4,000 for Beckmen YOLA Center,” Smith Delaney-McNeil said. “Eroica.” This concert will also be formance since winning a Grammy the free concerts for frontline said. “Camille’s commitment to “Representation is so vital and is livestreamed on Facebook and for Best Progressive R&B Album workers in May and June, and connecting young minds with clas- the key to any successful venture YouTube as well as broadcast live earlier this year, and the concert is anticipates ramping up to greater sical music, her dedication to of this nature. In welcoming and via KUSC Radio with a repeat sponsored by Gregory Annenberg capacity later in the summer as social change and her experience making space for students from broadcast on May 17. The program Weingarten and GRoW @ guidelines evolve. in creating spaces in which com- Inglewood, we are expanding and for the May 22 concert will feature Annenberg. A concert on June 26, For information on program- munities can thrive makes her the elevating their important voices Prokofiev’s “Classical Symphony,” with Grammy-winning L.A.-based ming, dates and ticketing for the ideal leader for our first dedicated and the voices within our youth Villa-Lobos’ “Bachianas band La Santa Cecilia (also made complete summer season at the space for YOLA. It is with deep community.” Brasileiras No. 5” with soprano possible through Kaiser Hollywood Bowl, visit laphil.org. thanks to the incredible generosity For information, visit laphil.org.

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VVoolume 31 No. 9 Serving the Beverly Hills, WWeest Hollywood, Hancock Park and WWiilshire Communities March 4, 2021 TTwwo Georgia men charged BHUSD elementary students to in Melrroose arreea murder n Robbery cited as possible motive begin in-person classes next week Residents of the Miracle Mile marched in this photograph from the BY EDWIN FFOOLVEN were identified as Robert Aikens, n District, union sign 22, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, Police have arrested two men for and Shidreyius McClinton, 20, a off on plan allegedly murdering a male victim resident of Atlanta. The body of the on Feb. 26 in a residential neighbor- victim, Nazeer Ejua Defares, 24, of BY CAMERON KISZLA hood south of the Melrose Avenue Decatur, Georgia, was found by cit- May 16, 1991, issue of the Beverly Press and Park Labrea News izens at approximately 6:40 p.m. WWiith the Beverly Hills Unified shopping district. Police said they linked the two near the corner of Gardner Street School District planning to suspects, who allegedly knew the and Rosewood AAvvenue. Capt. resume in-person elementary victim, to the crime through undis- Shannon Paulson, of the LAPD’s school classes next week, the disclosed evidence and worked with WWiilshire Division, attended a virtual trict and the Beverly Hills the FBI’s Fugitive TTaaassk Force to Education Association, the teach- against what they claimed was the destruction of the community’s See Crimes page 26 ers union, finalized their agree- locate and arrest them. The suspects ment on a return to in-person classes. The district had planned to return students in transitional kindergarten through second character by developers building luxury housing. Members of the grade on March 4 and students in third through fifth grade on March 8. Last month, however, the photo by Justin Sayers BHUSD elementary school students, including those at Hawthorne BHEA filed an unfair practice charge with the Public Elementary School, will return to in-person classes soon. group, who called themselves the Miracle Mile Action Committee, Employment Relations Board. The legal action points out that in were below 10,” BHEA were below 10 – would help keep December, the union and district Certificated President Alana students and staff safe,” Castanon “agreed that grades TK-2 would Castanon said in an email. added. not move to in-person instruction “The parties also negotiated As of Feb. 24 – the date the photo courtesy of Peter Nichols until Los Angeles County protective procedures that – were upset about apartment buildings being torn down in the neigh- Arrests have been made in an alleged murder and robbery last week. COVID-19 adjusted case rates assuming the adjusted case rates See Schools page 25 Bottini, women’s and LGBT advocate, dies at 94 Sunset Strip restaurant borhoods surrounding Wilshire Boulevard. The issue has remained a n WeHo leaders pay tribute to prominent former resident sues WeHo,,y L.A. County n Health department restaurant to close. BY JUUSSTIN SAYERS forced cloosure The refurbished Classic Cat concern in the Miracle Mile community for decades. In 2017, the Los restaurant now might be closed Ivy Bottini, a longtime WWeeesst BY JJUUSSTTIINN SAYERRSS for good after city and county Hollywood resident and artist who inspectors issued a citation to the spent more than five decades fight- The ownerrs of a Sunset Strip restaurant last month, ordering ing for lesbian and women’s rights, restaurant aree suing the city of the restaurant to shut its doors by died on Feb. 25. She was 94. WWeesst Hollywwood and the Los March 5, according to co-owner Angeles City Council approved the Miracle Mile Historic Her death was announced by Angeles Deppartment of Public Donn Berdahl. members of the WWeesst Hollywood Health, alleeging the entities The restaurant was originally City Council, including Mayor incorrectly laabeled their outdoor Lindsey Horvath, who ordered the patio as inddoor, forcing the See Restaurant page 25 city’s flags to be flown at half-staffff starting on Monday, March 1 – also the first day of WWoomen’’ss History Preservation Overlay Zone based on a plan spearheaded by the photo by Jon Viscott/courtesy of the city of West Hollywood Month. Ivy Bottini, one of the founders of the National Organization for Women “Luckily, Ivy called [WWeest in New York City, died at 94. Hollywood] home for decades,” Horvath wrote on TTwwitter. “WWee are grateful for her imprint on our city City and discovered a passion for years, despite knowing early on in Miracle Mile Residential Association. It protects more than 1,300 and the fight for full equality for graphic design and artistry while her life that she was attracted to women and LGBTQIA community. attending the Pratt Institute School women. I’m incredibly lucky to have had a of Art. She worked as a graphic “The week before our wedding, I personal relationship [with] an icon designer and illustrator, including suddenly couldn’t swallow. It was who blazed trails for generations to 16 years for Newsday, a position like somebody had me by throat,” come. Her artwork hangs in my she held until her move to Bottini said in an interview with the properties, including many built from the 1920s through the 1940s, home, her voice shows up in my California in the early 1970s. Lavender Effffect, an organization thoughts, her spirit will always be She married her husband, that advances the future of in my heart. … May she rest in Edward Bottini, in 1952. They had LGTBQ+ heritage and culture, photo courtesy of Classic Cat power.” two daughters, Laura and Lisa. She The owners of the Classic Cat restaurant claim the retractable roof from being demolished. The HPOZ requires many exterior changes to Bottini was born in New York stayed with her husband for 16 See Advocate page 26 makes the dining area an outdoor patio. properties to be reviewed by the Los Angeles Department of City Planning. For information, visit miraclemilela.com/hpoz and planning.lacity.org. Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 21 May 13, 2021

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Robbery suspects scouted Il Pastaio, police say photo by Cameron Kiszla From page 1 Beverly Hills invests in regular street repairs in an effort to reduce the need for larger street-repair projects in the future. police detectives, along with the BMW allegedly belonging to davit. FBI, worked tirelessly on this Powell, authorities said. Matthew Moon, special agent in case.” According to the affidavit filed charge of the Criminal Division for According to an affidavit filed with the criminal complaint, the FBI’s office in Los Angeles, said with the federal criminal complaint, McGhee’s DNA was found on the federal authorities were involved in Budget discussions to the suspects were looking for peo- victim’s clothing after the robbery. the investigation to provide more ple to potentially rob on March 4 FBI agents also said Powell’s social resources to the BHPD. Moon and observed a victim wearing an media accounts contain pho- described the three suspects as Fromcontinue page 1 next month expensive watch sitting on the patio tographs of him with different guns members of the Rolling 30s street at Il Pastaio, located at 400 N. and luxury watches. gang based in South Los Angeles. $61.7 million. Though that figure The council members praised Canon Drive. The suspects alleged- “The FBI worked this case, as we is less than the 2020-21 amount city staff for their accomplish- ly tried to rob the man at gunpoint have the ability to work with our of $73.8 million, the previous ments on the year and for their and a struggle ensued. One of the “I want to assure law enforcement authorities and budget included $15 million set work in creating a plan that suspects was armed with a handgun partners to link crimes in different aside for the north portal for the allows Beverly Hills to adapt to and fired it during the struggle, our residents, jurisdictions and curtail criminal Wilshire/Rodeo Metro Purple the challenges of the pandemic. striking a female patron nearby, business owners activity that affects a region,” Moon Line station. “It’s unbelievable that we were Rivetti said. The suspects stole a said. “These crimes are extremely Some projects, such as the able to accomplish as much as rose gold Richard Mille RM 11-03 and visitors that serious. We will continue to assist Fiber to the Premises project, we did during this year of Flyback Chronograph watch, val- Beverly Hills our local law enforcement partners will be delayed until some time COVID … In all, I think we have ued at $500,000, and fled, he added. with resources and pursue federal in the future, but Muir said “staff a very sound plan going into the Rivetti said the watch has not remains one of charges where possible, especially feels that critical needs will con- future,” Councilman Lester been recovered. A $50,000 reward when it comes to violence, gang tinue to be met.” Friedman said. posted by the owner is the safest cities activity and crimes committed out- In addition to their praise, the still available for information that in the world.” side a given jurisdiction.” council members also suggested leads to its return. Rivetti said there are still two sus- “It’s unbelievable some priorities they’d like to see The female victim who was shot -Dominick Rivetti, pects wanted in the case but did not reflected in the city’s funds. suffered a graze wound to her leg that we were able chief of the Beverly Hills provide further details. He said law Councilman John Mirisch and has since recovered, police Police Department enforcement authorities will contin- to accomplish as expressed support for the city said. The handgun was allegedly ue the investigation. investing in affordable housing dropped by the suspects during the much as we did “This investigation is an excellent directly. City Manager George struggle and it was recovered by example of top notch, modern during this year of Chavez confirmed that the city officers. Security camera footage also police work, tenacious investigative has been using funds to purchase Rivetti said witness statements, allegedly shows Powell’s black COVID … In all, I work combined with technology,” land that could be used for afford- security camera footage, DNA evi- BMW parked near the restaurant at Rivetti said. “Beverly Hills detec- think we have a able housing, but Mirisch indicat- dence and thorough investigative the time of the robbery, and Gordon tives along with the FBI are contin- ed that the city should do more. work led to the arrests. According can allegedly be seen exiting the very sound plan uing their investigation regarding “I still think we should take a to the FBI and the affidavit filed rear passenger seat and entering the the recovery of the watch. I want to going into reasonable amount each year and with the criminal complaint, the driver’s seat, according to the crim- assure our residents, business own- set aside for projects … I just three suspects were captured on inal complaint. Authorities also the future.” ers and visitors that Beverly Hills think it’s the right thing to do,” security video scouting the area analyzed electronic signals from remains one of the safest cities in Mirisch said. around the restaurant prior to the cell phones belonging to Powell -Lester Friedman, the world.” Mirisch also praised the deci- robbery. Powell and McGhee and Gordon and determined the Beverly Hills Anyone with information about sion to continue to spend money allegedly confronted the victim and phones were present near the City Councilman the robbery is urged to contact on maintenance that would save robbed him. Gordon allegedly restaurant at the time of the robbery, BHPD investigators at (310)550- the city funds in the long run, drove the getaway vehicle – a black federal authorities said in the affi- 4951. such as applying slurry to city The city will continue progress streets so that they would require on the Complete Streets plan, fewer repairs in the future, espe- which was approved last month, cially those that would be more Newsom makes appointments to reparations task force including beginning design and expensive. As the country continues to con- field in our society and ensuring and psychology, law and criminal outreach on some projects, “There was that old commer- front a history of racial injustice, that everyone has a fair shot at justice, faith-based and community according to City Engineer cial, ‘You can pay me now or you deeply rooted in the legacy of slav- achieving the California dream. activism, and an expertise in the Daren Grilley. can pay me later,’ and it’s one of ery and systemic racism, Gov. Today’s appointment of individuals historic achievement of reparatory “Many projects and programs those situations,” Mirisch said. Gavin Newsom on May 7 appoint- with an expansive breadth of justice. in the [capital improvement bud- Councilman Julian Gold con- ed five individuals to serve on the knowledge, experiences and under- The other four members of the get] will implement the goals and firmed with city staff that despite newly formed Task Force to Study standing of issues impacting the task force will be appointed by the policies in the recently adopted the spending of funds on capital and Develop Reparation Proposals African-American community is Legislature, with two appointed by Complete Streets plan,” Grilley improvements, services would for African Americans. The forma- the next step in our commitment as the Assembly and two by the state said. continue for the residents of tion of this task force was made a state to build a California for all.” Senate. The capital improvement bud- Beverly Hills. possible by the governor’s signing The five individuals selected by Newsom appointed Cheryl N. get also allots $3.4 million for “I just want to be sure that in of Assembly Bill 3121, authored by the governor to serve on this task Grills, 62, of Inglewood; the Rev. holiday decorations and lighting, funding these capital projects, then-Assemblywoman Shirley force represent diverse back- Amos C. Brown, 80, of San which could indicate the return of we’re not going to short our gen- Weber (D-San Diego), which estab- grounds and meet the statutes Francisco; Lisa Holder, 49, of Los in-person gatherings for BOLD eral services, that we’re going to lished a nine-member task force to required by law, which include Angeles; Donald K. Tamaki, 69, of Holidays. provide services at the level that inform Californians about slavery choosing one candidate from the Piedmont; and Jovan S. Lewis, 38, “We anticipate with the contin- the community has come to and explore ways the state might field of academia with expertise in of Berkeley. All five are Democrats. ued good news we’re hearing on expect,” Gold said. provide reparations. civil rights and an additional two The task force will select their the COVID-19 front that we will Muir confirmed that was the “California is leading the nation, appointees selected from major own chair and vice chair, and their also be able to hold a special case. in a bipartisan way, on the issue of civil society and reparations organi- work will be staffed by the attorney event this winter,” Grilley said. “The proposed operating bud- reparations and racial justice, which zations that have historically cham- general’s office. Members will “We believe these programs will get is essentially a status-quo is a discussion that is long overdue pioned the cause of reparatory jus- meet over the next year and con- be needed more than ever to budget of existing city services,” and deserves our utmost attention,” tice. Other key factors considered clude their work with a written restore the city’s vitality as we Muir said. Newsom said. “Last year, I signed for committee candidates included report on their findings, along with welcome people back to the city The CIP budget will be consid- into law a number of key bills a background in economics and recommendations which will be and support our business com- ered along with the rest of the focused on leveling the playing community development, health provided to the Legislature. munity.” city’s budget on June 1. 22 May 13, 2021 Beverly Press/Park Labrea News

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He plans to continue generating Commission meeting, contended Angeles history, he added. support and hopes it will be enough that historic-cultural status should “The building should be recog- to convince the commission. not be granted for multiple rea- nized,” Luftman said. “It is an “We are thrilled,” Luftman said. sons. The owner already has city important part of the Fairfax “They seem to be thinking it is very approval, granted in 2013, to build District’s history. It’s important to worthy given the new material.” 71 condominiums at the site, and recognize it was there, and the role Luftman spent months research- those approvals require that the it played. This building will be ing the Fairfax Theater, built in theater’s marquee and key Art included in the city’s history, and 1930 at the northwest corner of Deco features be preserved, he that alone makes it worth it.” Beverly Boulevard and Fairfax said. Delvac also argued that the The push for historic-cultural Avenue, and learned that it has commission already decided pre- designation has gained support long been at the center of the local viously that historic status is not from the Art Deco Society of Los Jewish community. Newspaper warranted. The building owner Angeles, the Holocaust Museum clippings and other sources has not disclosed why a project Los Angeles and the Jewish showed it was the first movie the- has not been built at the site, women’s organization Hadassah. ater in the neighborhood; it predat- although there have been Park La Brea resident Marilyn ed the first synagogues in the com- approvals. Eisenberg said she worked at the munity and served as the site of Luftman acknowledged that the theater in the 1950s when she was a High Holy Days services, building owner has the right to student at Fairfax High School. She fundraisers and other special build the condominium project and added that it deserves historic-cul- events for the Jewish community, that cannot be changed, whether or tural status. Luftman added. not historic-cultural status is grant- “I was reading your story [in the photo by Edwin Folven The building’s owner, B&F ed. He knows the effort is mainly May 6 issue] and it brought back A development planned for the site of the Fairfax Theater must preserve Associates, opposes the historic- symbolic, but still believes historic great memories on many levels its Art Deco elements. cultural monument nomination. designation is important. If because it was such a wonderful Attorney William F. Delvac, who approved by the commission, it place,” Eisenberg said. “I worked represents the owner and spoke puts the city on record as recogniz- there after school. I started out as the candy counter and worked my vote whether to move on to the during the Cultural Heritage ing the theater’s significance in Los an usherette, then worked behind way up to the ticket booth. It was a next step, which will be for a sub- terrific place. It was a beautiful committee of commission mem- building. The manager always bers to tour the building. After wore a tuxedo. It was different that, the commission will hold going to the movies back then. It another meeting to decide whether WeHo council pushes against gas stations was such an important part of the to support historic-cultural monu- From page 1 community.” ment designation. The matter The Cultural Heritage would then move to the Los months after Gov. Gavin Newson Commission will next consider Angeles City Council, which instituted an executive order that the information included in makes the final decision on his- requires sales of all new passen- Luftman’s application and will toric designation. ger vehicles to be zero emission by 2035. The state has also set a goal to have 5 million electric cars on the roads by 2030 and 250,000 electric vehicle charging stations Hollywood market shows signs by 2025. The push is part of an effort to reduce the state’s carbon footprint and limit the effects of of recovery, report shows climate change. Hollywood saw growth in the Hollywood market, a new day has West Hollywood city staff first quarter of 2021 as the rental dawned, and many businesses are noted there are six gas stations industry boomed, tourists returned ramping up for a busy summer,” within city boundaries, with sev- and local businesses reopened their said Davon Barbour, the partner- eral more in close proximity. map courtesy of city of West Hollywood doors. On April 30, the Hollywood ship’s vice president for advocacy There have been zero gas stations There are six gas stations in West Hollywood, with a handful more Partnership released its 2021 and economic development. “As built in the city since it was incor- just outside city limits, leaving close-by options for those who contin- Quarter 1 Market Report, present- more and more folks become vacci- porated in 1984. ue to use vehicles powered by fossil fuels, city officials said. ing data and information about the nated and feel safe venturing back “There are adequate gas sta- greater Hollywood area market and out into the public realm, our busi- tions to serve existing and future its commercial core, the Hollywood nesses stand ready to provide the internal combustion vehicles to Horvath said. “So often we hear, requiring parking spaces in new Entertainment District area, where experiences and essentials in the extent they continue to exist,” ‘Well, I would think about it, but developments to be plug-in elec- more than $2.1 billion of new Hollywood that people have missed the memo read. “West Hollywood they’re really expensive, but I tric vehicle ready and lobbying investment is either under construc- over the past 13 months and are has always strived to be on the don’t know where I would charge at the state level to change a law tion or entitled. eager to return to this summer.” forefront of combating climate my car.’ … We need to expand to accommodate renters who Notable trends featured in the “We are encouraged by the change. Incentivizing businesses this infrastructure if we are seri- want a charging station in their report include a 61% increase in steady signs of progress showcased and the public to adopt electric ous about changing our possible units. pedestrian counts from January to in our Q1 2021 Report,” added vehicles is a crucial step.” modes of transportation and seri- Other sustainable efforts March along the Hollywood Walk Kristopher Larson, president and Horvath said she feels the coun- ous about getting to a clean ener- included giving residents a con- of Fame, which the partnership CEO of the Hollywood Partnership. cil’s actions can accommodate gy future.” sumer choice in electric service cited as evidence of a rise in travel- “As an organization, we are thrilled those who are interested in green D’Amico said the ordinance that allows them to have the er confidence. Overall, pedestrian to be able to aggregate dozens of vehicles, but may be on the fence would add to the number of poli- option for renewable power. activity throughout the HED has sources of data to paint a timely, due to limited charging stations or cies already enacted by the coun- “Every resident that chooses to rebounded to 56% of pre-pandemic accurate and comprehensive picture accessibility. cil regarding electric vehicles, is now on the grid and is receiving norms, the report found. of the economy and the market’s “We’ve been working together including rapidly expanding the 100% renewable power and is not Hollywood’s hospitality market rebound as we move through this to make West Hollywood a place number of electric vehicle charg- contributing to climate change in demonstrated positive signs of next phase of the pandemic. The that embraces electric vehicles,” ing stations in West Hollywood, at least that one way,” he said. recovery as travel restrictions eased easing of restrictions and return to throughout the state. Hotel occu- life on the boulevard are encourag- pancy was up 22% in the first quar- ing signs of better days to come.” ter as compared to the fourth quar- To download the full report, visit Council meetings to resume in hybrid format ter of 2020. ctycms.com/ca- From page 5 With a vacancy rate reduced to hollywood/docs/210430_hp_q121_ 10.4%, demand for Hollywood liv- final2.pdf. For information, visit people are going back to work. We up the phone and watch you on TV building on a part-time basis. ing continues to climb. On the con- hollywoodpartnership.com. should make sure that City Hall is and then speak when I need to Eventually, once the emergency struction side, the Hollywood Arts open again but obviously, safely speak instead of coming into the orders are lifted, we’re still going to Collective, a 151-unit project of the and responsibly, so that all of our council chambers to do the same,” continue with a hybrid model that Actors Fund, broke ground earlier Answers From Page 23 city staff as well as all our residents D’Amico said. allows for some employees to main- this year. In total, approximately can be protected and safe as they Arevalo said they do have a tain a flexible telecommuting 700 residential units are expected to get back to this quote-unquote new “repopulation” plan for city work- schedule. It’s been productive and be completed by the end of 2021. normal.” ers and City Hall, which includes it’s also good for the environment.” In the first quarter 2021, Councilman John D’Amico rotating back the city’s manage- He also said they’re targeting Hollywood welcomed four new asked Arevalo to bring a written ment team into the building, start- July 19 as the first meeting back in retail businesses, most notably a report to council regarding those ing on June 1. Remaining employ- the council chambers. Target at 7021 Hollywood Blvd., plans at a future meeting, while also ees will start returning to the build- “That will be the council mem- and celebrated the reopening of pushing for a hybrid version of ing in July, but in a “hybrid pro- bers, the city clerk and key staff. As local retailer Amoeba Music in council meetings. gram,” he said. of now, in terms of our rollout and their new home at 6200 Hollywood “I think all of us have heard from “It’s going to be a two-phased going back to the new normal, that’s Blvd. many members of the community approach,” Arevalo said. “One is the process that we have in place,” “While the global pandemic was that it’s so much easier to just dial just getting people back into the Arevalo said. challenging for all sectors in the Beverly Press/Park Labrea News 23 May 13, 2021 Classified Advertising email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY COMPUTER NOW HIRING HARDWARE UPHOLSTERY WEBSITE DESIGN EVERLY RESS ALAKAZAM B P ARK ABREA EWS UPHOLSTERY & DRAPERY TThehe P L N Looking for an experienced journalist to DiscDisc Affordable DDococ join our team! 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