WWW.BEVERLYPRESS.COM INSIDE • Candidates seek WeHo Rain likely on office, pg. 4 Friday, clear • Housing project this weekend breaks ground, pg. 6 Volume 23 No. 6 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities February 7, 2013 Towers may not be harmonious duet Fire, safety violations n Residents say buildings may prompt criminal charges encroach on their n Owners of club, property cited for overcrowding

quality of life By edwin folven limited liability corporations that own the building housing the By AAron Blevins The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Hollywood Supper Club. They are The developers of the Office has filed charges against the scheduled to be arraigned on March Millennium project, a 1 million- owners of the Hollywood Supper 15 in the Los Angeles Central square-foot development that Club, alleging that the club has Arraignment Court. would add two towers to repeatedly been in violation of safe- The charges include one count of Hollywood, released a fiscal study ty and fire codes. conspiracy, two counts of allowing on Tuesday that showed the pro- The club, which is located in the an excessive occupancy load, one ject would add more than 1,200 former Vogue Theatre at 6675 count of illegal discharge of fire- full-time jobs to the area. Hollywood Blvd., was allegedly works, failure to secure a building According to the study, the pro- cited last June by Los Angeles Fire permit, and multiple fire, safety and ject, which proposes two towers Department inspectors for over- zoning code violations. If convicted, that could be 44 and 52 stories tall, crowding, blocked exits and the use the defendants could face one year in would create 5,900 jobs and have of illegal fireworks, and again in jail and a $10,000 fine for the con- a total economic output of $925 November for similar violations. spiracy charge, and six months in jail million during construction. The City Attorney’s Office filed 17 and a $1,000 fine for each of the It would also offer $4.3 million misdemeanor counts on Feb. 1 additional counts. in recurring net revenue and one- against Abdi Manavi, 41, the vice The charges stem from an incident president of Supperclub Los last June 17 when LAFD inspectors time revenue of $15.5 million to Rendering courtesy of Millennium Partners the city of Los Angeles’ General Angeles, the corporation that owns shut the club down after allegedly The Millennium project is slated to add two large towers to Hollywood the and operates the Hollywood counting 1,074 patrons inside the Fund, according to the study. The that are 44 and 52 stories high, respectively. The project would be 1 project could also generate $230 Supper Club, and Michael Duddie, building, which has a maximum million square feet. million in recurring economic out- 37, the nightclub’s general manager. occupancy of 556. Inspectors also put when completely developed. Similar charges were filed against found illegal fireworks were being “This is the chance for us to conference on Tuesday. feet of restaurant space, 40,000 Demetri Samaha, Rose Samaha, and used, and bedding was being used as build a new iconic center for Proposed by Millennium square feet of sports club use, Caroline Braidi, 53, officers for the See Club page 26 Hollywood for the 21st Century. Partners and Argent Ventures, the 15,000 square feet of retail and It’s a signature project that project would be split between approximately 2,000 parking announces that Hollywood is truly two sites on Vine Street, south of spaces. Until next time, Hollywood back,” said Hollywood Chamber Yucca Street, and would include The press conference was held of Commerce president and CEO the Capitol Records building. It in a parking lot — one of the pro- n Garcetti delivers Area Chamber of Commerce Leron Gubler, who was among a calls for 492 residential units, 200 posed sites — directly west of the recently ranked the 13th District handful of business leaders to luxury hotel rooms, 25,000 square Capitol Records building. Gubler final State of as the No. 1 district in terms of job praise the project during a press feet of office space, 35,000 square Hollywood address growth. See Millennium page 26 Garcetti said that progress By AAron Blevins stands in direct contrast to the state of Hollywood in the 1980s, ‘Western Bandit’ resurfaces in Koreatown During his 12th and final State when “decades of decline, crime of Hollywood address, Los and grime” led to empty store- fronts on the Hollywood Walk of beries and shootings.” Angeles City Councilman Eric Fame. n LAPD seeks public’s The first of the two most recent Garcetti, 13th District, proclaimed “It was a national joke, infa- incidents occurred at approximate- that the home of the entertainment help in finding violent mous for prostitution and drug- ly 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 8 near the cor- industry is on an “irreversible path dealing. Today, Hollywood is suspect ner of Country Club Drive and of progress.” once again a place of opportuni- Bronson Avenue, just south of Hosted by the Hollywood By edwin folven ty,” he said, adding that the area Olympic Boulevard and west of Chamber of Commerce, the event offers opportunities for small Police are re-releasing informa- Western Avenue. In that incident, offered Garcetti one last opportu- businesses, big businesses, its tion about a suspect known as the the suspect allegedly robbed a vic- nity to address the chamber as its “Western Bandit”, who has targeted tim at gunpoint, and then shot a wit- city councilman. He is termed out after this year, and is currently photo by Aaron Blevins victims from Hollywood to South ness who was standing nearby. Councilman Eric Garcetti said Los Angeles, after the suspect Approximately one hour later, campaigning for mayor. “Hollywood is back,” Garcetti Hollywood is the heart of Los apparently struck again twice in another robbery occurred at an Angeles again. January. undisclosed location in South Los said. “We are safer. We are stronger. We are cleaner. We are The suspect, who is described as Angeles where the same suspect Sketch courtesy of LAPD an African American man between allegedly robbed and shot another the most diverse place on the face major industries, residents looking 35 and 40 years old, allegedly victim. Both victims who were shot of the Earth. …Even in these for a safe place to live and people robbed and shot two victims on Jan. were taken to the hospital with non- night, between 10 [p.m.] and 6 tough times, Hollywood is seeing who are down on their luck. 8 in separate incidents in the life threatening injuries and are a.m., but these ones occurred as more investment than it has seen “People are coming to Hollywood Olympic area and in South Los recovering, Radtke said. The lieu- early as 7:30 p.m.” in four decades. The state of because this is the heart of the city Angeles. Lt. John Radtke, with the tenant added that evidence recov- The suspect primarily strikes Hollywood, my friends, is strong, once again. …Hollywood is a LAPD’s West Bureau Homicide ered at both crime scenes pointed to around the Western Avenue corri- irreversible and on the path to place where dreams still come Unit, said the “Western Bandit” is the “Western Bandit”, but he dor, and generally targets victims continuing to do great things.” true.” considered armed and dangerous, declined to offer specifics because walking alone or sitting in vehicles. His proof: violent crime is Garcetti cited some of the pro- and could surface again at any time. of the ongoing investigation. The crime spree began as early as down two-thirds, to the levels they jects that were completed in “This guy is still out there, and “We received information that he 2011, and the “Western Bandit” is were six decades ago; last year Hollywood in 2012, such as the we are very concerned about public was last seen on a dark colored believed to be responsible for at was a record tourism year for Los East Cahuenga Alley, a pedestrian safety,” Radtke said. “All of the bicycle,” Radtke said. “Primarily, least 11 armed robberies and Angeles, thanks, in part, to incidents are robberies, failed rob- these crimes have been occurring at attempted murders. He also Hollywood; and the Los Angeles See Garcetti page 23 See Suspect page 22 2 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

7 LGBT Comedy the creation of “Ben Jones: The omedienne and entertainer Miss Video”, an exhibition currently on CCoco Peru returns to Los Angeles C a l e n d a r view at MOCA Pacific Design Center. in the premiere of her new hit show, 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. (213)621- “Miss Coco Peru: She’s Got Balls” Art and Fashion 1745, [email protected]. running from Thursday, Feb. 7 rtist Gillian Carrara discusses through 10 at the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Aher work in creating jewelry, Lee Meriwether Center’s Renberg Theatre. Peru fashion and accessory pieces on ctress Lee Meriwether reprises reflects on her early childhood dreams Saturday, Feb. 9 at 4 p.m. at the Aher show, “The Women of Spoon of being a stripper, her crush on the Edward Cella Art & Architecture on River”, on Sunday, Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Creature from the Black Lagoon, her Wilshire Boulevard. A collection of at Theatre West. Meriwether portrays love/hate relationship with Facebook, her works will also be displayed. 6018 characters from Edgar Lee Masters’ and why she left her beloved home- Wilshire Blvd. (323)525-0053, poems, and the show is part of Theatre town of New York City. Tickets are www.edwardcella.com. West’s inaugural “Sunday Night Solo $25; proceeds benefit the Center. Series”. Tickets are $20. 3333 (323)860-7300, www.lagaycenter.org. Mary Pickford Films Cahuenga Blvd. West (323)851-7977, hristel Schmidt, editor of the www.theatrewest.org. 8 ‘To Be Young, Cbook, “Mary Pickford: Queen of Gifted and Black’ the Movies”, is hosting a screening of 12 Presidential Fun the Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks ctors Co-op continues its 21st ow that the presidential election is film, “Taming of the Shrew” on anniversary season with “To Be Nover, graduates of the Second A Saturday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. at the Young, Gifted and Black” running City Hollywood Conservatory Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood from Friday, Feb. 8 through March 17 Program are staging a comedy revue Blvd. The author will host a separate at the David Schall Theatre in titled “Re-neglected President” on screening of Pickford’s feature Hollywood. The power and lyricism Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. at Second “Johanna Enlists” on Wednesday, Feb. of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright City Hollywood. The hour-long sketch 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Hollywood Lorraine Hansberry’s story comes to comedy program is written and per- Heritage Museum, 2100 N. Highland life in a transformative play about formed by GOLD Improv. The show Ave. She will also sign copies of her grace, humanity and strength of spirit. continues every Tuesday through Feb. book. www.egyptiantheatre.com, hol- Admission is $30. (323)462-8460 ext. 26. Tickets are $10. 6560 Hollywood lywoodheritage.org. 300, www.ActorsCo-op.org. Blvd. (323)464-8542, www.secondci- ty.com. 10 Eloise Laws 9 Theatre Gala photo by Bruce Bisenz oin vocalist Eloise Laws for an inti- embers of the public can enjoy Enjoy the passion of authentic Spanish dancing during Forever Chamber Music mate evening with family and hamber music afficionados will classic theatre presentations Flamenco’s “Romance Andaluz” on Sunday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. at the J M friends in celebration of Valentine’s not want to miss a performance by while honoring Deaf West Theatre’s Fountain Theatre. The show stars Lakshmi Basile (above), also known C Day on Sunday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. at the the Pacific Serenades on Tuesday, Feb. retired founding artistic director Ed as “La Chimi”, who is the only American flamenco dancer to win two Vibrato Grill Jazz …Etc. in Bel Air. 12 at the UCLA Faculty Center. The Waterstreet at a gala fundraiser on national awards in Spain. She will be joined by Cantaor David de los Laws’ latest recording is titled show is part of the ensemble’s 27th Saturday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Kirk Santos, of Sevilla, as well as dancer Carlos Hernandez, singer Pilar “Secrets”, and she has performed in season, titled “Making Waves”. Tickets Douglas Theatre in Culver City. Moreno and guitarist Ethan Margolies. Tickets are $40. 5060 Fountain Broadway productions of “It Ain’t are $34. 480 Charles E Young Dr., Scenes and vignettes from past Deaf Ave. (323)663-1525, www.fountaintheatre.com. Nothin’ But the Blues” and “South UCLA. -(213) 534-3434, West productions such as “Cyrano”, Pacific”. Admission is $25. 2930 www.pacser.org. “Children of a Lesser God”, “Pippin” in a screening of the film, “The Beverly Glen Circle. (310)474-9400, and “Big River” will be staged, and Teen Bookmaking Magistrate”, on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 8 www.vibratogrilljazz.com. there will be a screening of the docu- eens are invited to join artist p.m. at UCLA’s James Bridges 13 Senior Dance mentary, “Our Hands are Louder: The Debra Disman for a bookmaking Theater. Filmed live at Great Britain’s T he city of West Hollywood is hold- Incredible True Story of Deaf West workshop on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. National Theatre, the film is being Art Discussion Ting a “Senior Valentine’s Day Theatre”. Tickets start at $150. 9820 in the West Hollywood Library. The he Museum of Contemporary Art, broadcast by National Theatre Live Dessert & Tea Dance” on Wednesday, Washington Blvd., Culver City. workshop is sponsored by the Friends Los Angeles’ director Jeffrey and is presented by L.A. Theatre T Feb. 13 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Fiesta ( 818)762-2998, www.deafwest.org. of the West Hollywood Library, and is Deitch will join artist Ben Jones for a Works. Lithgow takes the title role in Hall in Plummer Park, The Great geared towards teens ages 12 to 18 discussion on the artist’s career on Arthur Wing Pinero’s uproarious American Swing Band will perform, who will create their own fold-out Sunday, Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. at the West ‘The Magistrate’ Victorian farce. Tickets are $20. 235 and there will be be desserts, coffee pocket book. 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. Hollywood Library. Topics will cover ony Award-winner John Lithgow Charles E. Young Dr. (310)827-0889, and tea. Admission is $2. 1200 N. Vista (310)652-5340, www.weho.org. Jones’ influences and strategies, and Tand actress Nancy Carroll appear www.latw.org. St. (323)848-6403, www.weho.org.

  
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4 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Nine candidates vie for WeHo council WeHo schedules study meetings n Two incumbents and bring them into the city council been “bogged down by bureaucra- The City of West Hollywood RSD Hearing Room. decision-making process. He cy,” he said. continues to move forward with its The Community-wide Focus seek re-election in would also like to see street and “It’s innovative and creative,” community study process and has Group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 ongoing race neighborhood improvements, such Borelli said of the bicycle share announced the dates that focus p.m. on Feb. 13 in the RSD as the replacement of “antiquated” program, “but as a city, we’ve lost groups will meet to offer input Hearing Room. The Russian com- By AAron Blevins streetlights on Sunset and Santa our ability to be innovative and cre- regarding the city’s community munity Focus Group meeting will Monica boulevards. ative.” and social services. be held from 7 to 8 p.m. on Feb. Election season is alive and well “We need to have our boulevards Additionally, he wants to ensure In early January, more than 19 in the EOC Conference Room. in Los Angeles County, and West lit during emergencies,” Demille that West Hollywood offers more 5,000 community study surveys The focus groups for families Hollywood is no exception, as said, adding that he would also like affordable housing. Borelli would were mailed to every fourth with children, gay/bisexual men, seven West Hollywood City additional security cameras promote creating micro-units — household in West Hollywood. lesbians, people living with HIV Council candidates are striving to installed, especially at Plummer approximately 320 square feet — The study will help update the and transgender individuals have replace two incumbents — John Park. that would be more affordable for a city’s demographics and deter- already met. However, workshops Duran and Jeffrey Prang — who He also hopes to increase the size young person. mine funding priorities for social are being held to provide an are seeking re-election. of the city council to seven mem- The Massachusetts native said services and other programs. All overview of the study process. bers, and add a Russian-speaking the city should be more transparent, West Hollywood community Pop-up workshops will be held Tom Demille representative. Demille, who has as residents generally learn of members are invited to participate from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today at the Demille, 57, previously worked AIDS, said the city needs to offer building projects and other actions in the community study. corner of Santa Monica Boulevard for President Barack Obama’s re- additional help to its ill and elderly, after they’ve moved along in the The next focus group will be for near San Vicente Boulevard; from election campaign, Organizing for by providing food, security, mental planning process. social services providers, and it 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 9 in the America, as a co-captain of a phone health services and AIDS support. “The process is, ‘Here’s your pill. will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. lobby of city hall; and from 2 to 4 bank for 31 weeks. He said he has This is going to be good for you’,” today at the EOC Conference p.m. on the eastside of Movietown attended city council meetings for Sam Borelli he added. Room at West Hollywood City Plaza, 7304 Santa Monica Blvd. the past 15 years. Borelli, 45, is an independent Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Blvd. For information, call (323)848- The West Hollywood resident of public relations and marketing con- Rusty Wiggs The People Living With 6510, send an e-mail to communi- 22 years said he has frequently sultant, and he is running for politi- Wiggs, 40, is running for office Disabilities Focus Group will [email protected] or visit stood up for residents at council cal office for the first time. He said for the first time and is the execu- meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on www.weho.org/communitystudy. meetings, but to no avail. City hall he has served as a public safety tive director of Cognitive Behavior Monday in the RSD Hearing Russian-speaking residents may often ignores residents in the deci- commissioner for the last 10 years. Associates, which specializes in Room at city hall. The Women call (323)848-6326. For the deaf sion-making process, he said. Borelli said the city has had good cognitive behavior therapy. He said Focus Group will meet from 6:30 and hard of hearing, call (323)848- “This city council has shoved leadership for the last several years, See Candidates page 25 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday in the 6496. everything down our throat — but it is time for the next generation doesn’t care of leaders. about hearing “We need some new leadership what we have to and some fresh ideas,” he said. say, doesn’t care “There’s a lot to do.” about our ideas, One of his top priorities is doesn’t care addressing transportation and park- about our con- ing. Borelli said cerns, doesn’t the city had care about any- attempted to thing except their build its way out next meals,” Demille said. of these issues, He was critical of the current but has settled council, saying that the members for trying to con- have lost their enthusiasm and have vince people to run out of good ideas. Demille said get out of their he signed and supported the term cars. limit initiative. “What we haven’t done well as a “[The residents] don’t want this city is come up with creative solu- city council anymore,” he said. tions,” he added. “This city council is tired. …The Borelli said he would like to see city council is now barren. The one a nightlife shuttle travel east and thing we lack in West Hollywood is west through West Hollywood, and democracy itself. And that’s sad.” he believes that a bicycle share pro- If elected, Demille said he would gram would benefit the city. Such a listen to residents, take their advice program has been proposed, but has BUILDING BLOCKS A Rent Stabilization & Housing Educational Series City of West Hollywood

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6 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press West Hollywood to team up against cancer A new place to call home n City’s first-ever Relay for Life kickoff event is n Gay and elderly Square, near the corner of Selma and Ivar avenues in Hollywood — tonight housing units under The Argyle will offer services construction specifically geared towards the By AAron Blevins LGBT community. GLEH execu- By edwin folven tive director Eric Harrison said For the first time ever, West Triangle Square and The Argyle Hollywood will be hosting its own Members of the LGBT commu- were designed as models for Relay for Life, an American Cancer nity seeking affordable housing LGBT housing. Society (ACS) fundraising event to may find a new place to call home “On March 22, 2007, we honor cancer survivors, remember at The Argyle, a new residential opened our doors at Triangle lost loved ones and fight back project under construction on Square to the nation’s first LGBT against the disease. Western Avenue between Sunset friendly affordable senior housing The Relay will likely be held in and Hollywood boulevards. development,” Harrison said. May, but efforts are underway now The non-profit organization “[The Argyle] expands GLEH’s to encourage participation and raise Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing footprint in our home district of money. In fact, the “Relay for Life Los Angeles (GLEH) began work Hollywood to more individuals of West Hollywood Kickoff Party” on the new 40-unit building in seeking affordable housing in an will be held at 5:30 p.m. today at January. The four-story, $17.5 mil- LGBT friendly environment.” The Capital Grille, 8614 Beverly lion project will be located within The Argyle will offer one to Blvd. photo courtesy of Relay for Life a block of the Metro Red Line sta- three-bedroom apartments, with Relay for Life manager Dana Relay for Life’s luminaria ceremony honors people who are battling or tion at the corner of Hollywood the average rents ranging from Waldrop said ACS opted to host the have battled cancer. Boulevard and Western Avenue, $200 to $800. The units are geared event in West Hollywood after res- and is within a short distance of towards low-income individuals, idents requested it. She said the supermarkets, restaurants and families and seniors. Harrison said event goes where the community Hollywood Relay is going to be so track for 24 hours to raise money shopping. Like GLEH’s other residents will enjoy writing and art interest is, and local volunteers much fun,” Waldrop said. for ACS. The next year, hundreds housing facility — Triangle steer the fundraiser from there. Relay for Life started in 1985, of people joined him, and the event See GLEH page 23 “Each Relay is customized for its when a doctor in Washington state spread to other communities. community. …The West decided to run and walk around a Now, communities across the country participate in the fundrais- er, which is the largest in the U.S., Waldrop said. It is community-dri- ven, so a local resident is appointed as the event chair, and various enti- ties create teams to raise money and host other, smaller fundraisers for ACS in anticipation of the Relay. During the Relay, which is a 24- hour event, teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around the track, with at least one member on the track at all times. The idea is to show that can- cer never sleeps. Cancer survivors participate for free and are honored during the event, as are the lives of those who photo courtesy of GLEH succumbed to the disease. During A rendering shows the future Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing Los See Relay page 22 Angeles project, which is slated for completion in 2014. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 February 7, 2013 PDC owners may build at bus depot Helicopter noise bill introduced n Metro, CBRC enter project at the site is in the prelimi- what could be built there. Afriat nary stages. stated that there are currently no an exploratory Roger Moliere, chief of real official plans, and that any future agreement property management and devel- proposals would have to go opment for Metro, said the agree- through a lengthy process with the By edwin folven ment was made with CBRC city of West Hollywood, Metro because the PDC is located direct- and the community. Big changes may be in store ly next door to the depot, and there “It was an agreement between over the next few years for the could be opportunities for shared my client and the MTA so southeast corner of San Vicente parking and driveway access with (Charles Cohen, owner of the and Santa Monica boulevards in a new project. Because CBRC PDC and CBRC) would have the West Hollywood. already owns the property next right to explore a proposal,” Afriat The Los Angeles County door, it would also eliminate the said. “If my client invests a signif- Metropolitan Transportation need to establish setbacks between icant amount of time and effort on the PDC and whatever is built at designing something, and if Metro Authority (Metro) Board and photo by Edwin Folven Cohen Brothers Realty the property. The final proposed likes what they see, he would then Corporation (CBRC), owner of project would likely incorporate have the right to develop that. Congressman Adam Schiff (D- fer from noise generated by celebri- the Pacific Design Center (PDC), an underground bus facility, which [The conceptual plan submitted to Calif.) and Senators Dianne ty news media that follow stars to recently entered into an agreement could serve the approximately 250 Metro] was never and is not a pro- Feinstein and Barbara Boxer (D- the beach, the grocery store, or for giving the CBRC exclusive rights buses currently headquartered at posed development.” Calif.) have introduced legislation court appearances. The residents in to explore developing an 8.4-acre the depot, and would allow room West Hollywood Mayor Jeffrey that would require the Federal these areas deserve peace and quiet, plot of land that currently houses to bring in more buses. The pre- Prang said the city was not con- Aviation Administration (FAA) to and if the FAA won’t act, Congress the Metro District 7 bus depot. sent depot dates back to the 1970s sulted prior to CBRC making address the noise and safety con- must pass this legislation to give res- The agreement allows CBRC to and is Metro’s primary bus head- arrangements with Metro, which cerns caused by low-flying heli- idents the relief they need.” create plans for the site that would quarters and maintenance facility he called “disappointing”. copters above neighborhoods. The issue of unnecessary heli- incorporate a new bus facility and for the entire west side of Los Although it is legal for the entities The Los Angeles Residential copter noise surfaced in the local maintenance yard, but may also Angeles. Any commercial project to enter into such an agreement, he Helicopter Noise Relief Act would area in 2010 when the Sofitel hotel, include hotels, housing, retail, would likely be built above the believes the city should be part of establish regulations on flight paths located across the street from the office and commercial space. bus facility, and there would be a all negotiations. and minimum altitudes for heli- Beverly Center, allowed Hollywood Although no official plans have component where riders could “The council and the city staff copters operating in Los Angeles producer Ryan Kavanaugh to land been formally released, the pro- catch or disembark from buses at were somewhat surprised that County. Congressmen Henry his helicopter on its roof. Residents posal could also call for a renova- the site. they made this decision without Waxman and Brad Sherman (D- were later outraged when the hotel tion of the West Hollywood “We are very early in the consulting us,” Prang said. “The Calif.) also support the bill. announced it was applying for a Sheriff’s Station, which is located game,” Moliere said. “They have concept appears to be a very “Los Angeles area residents living temporary helipad permit that would on a 2.5-acre plot of land at San their architects working on it.” aggressive plan that may be over- in Glendale, Pasadena, the Valley, allow for non-emergency landings Vicente and Santa Monica boule- Steve Afriat, a spokesman for ly ambitious. I think there is uni- the Hollywood Hills, West and takeoffs. The hotel decided not vards, next to the bus depot. Metro CBRC, said the company submit- versal support for something at Hollywood and other areas are espe- to seek a helipad permit. spokesman Dave Sotero con- ted a conceptual plan to Metro that site, but how much and how cially affected by intrusive, disrup- Exemptions to the proposed legis- firmed that Metro has been with commercial, residential and big will be the $100,000 ques- tive and often non-emergency relat- lation would be provided for law exploring plans to upgrade the bus retail space prior to the agreement tion.” ed helicopter traffic above their enforcement, emergency responders depot for several years, and the being reached on Jan. 24, but that Afriat said he is to blame for not neighborhoods,” Schiff said. and the U.S. military. The exact proposal to build a commercial plan was only a guide to illustrate “Hollywood Hills and West height levels will be determined at a See Bus page 22 Hollywood residents frequently suf- later date. Bill to benefit California farming State Assemblyman Chris the price of those grown out-of- Holden (D-Pasadena) has intro- state by more than 5 percent. duced a bill to help boost the state’s School districts would operate agricultural economy by putting under a separate set of guidelines California’s farmers and ranchers that would require them to pur- first. chase California-grown products Under AB 199, state-owned or first, as long as they aren’t more state-run institutions — such as expensive than out-of-state prod- public schools, prisons or hospitals ucts. According to the Department — would be required to buy of Food & Agriculture, California California farm products before is the number one state in agricul- purchasing from out-of-state sup- tural output, with farms and ranch- pliers. es earning a record $43 billion last “It just makes sense to put year. California-grown crops first,” “California farmers strongly Holden said. “It’s a win-win for support having California govern- everyone. The public institutions ment institutions purchase food get a locally-grown product, we’re grown in our state,” California helping create opportunities for our Farm Bureau President Paul farmers and a new appreciation for Wenger said. “This bill would local food helps stimulate the econ- introduce more Californians to the omy.” amazing variety of agricultural The proposal, titled “Choose products grown in the state and California”, is similar to the feder- help them develop the healthy al “Buy America Act” which habit of seeking out nutritious, requires government entities to buy affordable California-grown foods, American products first. In order to which will have long-term benefits get preferential treatment, state- to farmers and the agricultural grown products must not exceed economy.” Zoo Drive to close temporarily The Los Angeles Department Griffith Park to the new of Water and Power has Headworks Reservoir under con- announced that LADWP Water struction just north of Griffith System crews will close Zoo Park. Drive between the Live Travel Town and the Live Steamers Railroad Museum and Steamers Railroad Museum will Riverside Drive from Feb. 15 to be open during construction. June. Local access will be maintained The crews are installing a for the park and museum parking large diameter water pipeline, lots. known as the River Supply A 12-foot wide multi-use lane Conduit Improvement Project will provide access for pedestri- Lower Reach — Unit 1B ans, cyclists and emergency (RSC1B), to connect the new vehicles through the closed por- pipeline recently installed inside tion of Zoo Drive. 8 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

said the bus was out of service and Pedestrian killed in bus crash was heading toward the Metro De Niro legacy cemented at TCL District 7 bus depot near Santa n Another victim in Department’s Transit Services Monica and San Vicente boule- Bureau. The bus was traveling vards when the collision occurred. critical condition after eastbound when it struck the two He said the driver was a man, but Metro crash victims, who were crossing Santa no further information is being Monica Boulevard. Bedogne said released pending the outcome of By edwin folven it was unclear whether the pedes- the investigation. trians were in a crosswalk when In addition to the sheriff’s One pedestrian was killed and they were struck, and the incident department investigation, Metro another was critically injured after is being investigated by detectives will be conducting its own inquiry, being struck by a Metropolitan from the West Hollywood which will likely take approxi- Transportation Authority (Metro) Sheriff’s Station. mately two weeks, Ubaldo said. bus late Monday in West “West Hollywood deputies Bedogne said the victims were Hollywood. were on the scene first, and the not being identified pending notifi- The collision occurred around two victims were transported to cation of next of kin. He described 11:45 p.m. near the intersection of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center,” he them as male adults. Santa Monica Santa Monica Boulevard and added. “One victim was ultimate- Boulevard was closed most of the Palm Avenue, according to Sgt. ly deceased, and the other remains night while detectives conducted Andrew Bedogne, of the Los in critical condition.” the investigation, and it reopened Angeles County Sheriff’s Metro spokesman Jose Ubaldo around 6 a.m., Bedogne said.

weekly classes and includes a vari- Museum offers new programming ety of early childhood education topics, from health and safety, The Zimmer Children’s that focuses on the whole child. CPR and first aid to developmental Museum has announced the cre- Participants will enhance their play activities. ation of its Zimmer Caregiver skills as a caregiver and learn tools For information, contact Maria Academy, a branch of program- that could be put into practice right Palazzolo at (323)761-8994 or ming exclusively for caregivers away. Each session consists of four [email protected].

photo by Aaron Blevins Letters to the Editor Actor Robert De Niro was honored at the TCL Chinese Theatre on Report animal abuse! Thomas E. Brandlin human error but of human ego, that Feb. 4, when the two-time Oscar winner put his hands and feet in Fountain Avenue “Tara was a gift to the City of West cement, which will be placed in the theatre’s forecourt. Since the [Re: “Suspect pleads guilty in Hollywood and not to the people of 1960s, De Niro has performed in a number of iconic films, such as animal cruelty case”; Jan. 24 issue], West Hollywood.” Now he knows “Godfather: Part II”, “Taxi Driver”, “Raging Bull”, “Goodfellas”, how sad this two-month-old puppy Hard lessons learned better. It is unfortunate that the “Casino” and “Heat”. He’s also starred in several comedies, includ- had to suffer at the hands of an ani- lessons learned by “the city” ing “Analyze This” and “Meet the Parents”. His most recent perfor- Thank you for the update on mal abuser. My question to the wit- are sometimes taught at such great mance in “Silver Linings Playbook” has garnered an Academy “Tara” [“More park space to open expense to “the people.” nesses of this severe abuse prior to Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. His co-star in “Analyze the puppy having to be euthanized on Laurel”; Jan. 24 issue]. I recall Councilmember John Duran stating Woody McBreairty This”, Billy Crystal, spoke during the ceremony, saying that he takes is, why wasn’t this reported at the great pride in being a part of De Niro’s IMDB page. The theatre is time it was first witnessed? during this needless debacle, not of West Hollywood located at 6925 Hollywood Blvd. Obviously the abuse continued and no one reported it. Animals do not have a voice; we need to be watch- ful for their well being, just as we We’ll Give Your Cans Curbside Service would for an infant. Perhaps this -- round trip or one-way young puppy would be alive today if someone had taken the time to No more dragging trash cans report this. back & forth! Carole Ellis For a nominal fee, we’ll do the job Los Angeles for you every week. My man, Mitch Whether it’s rain, heat, smog or sleet, we’ll taxi your trash cans to your curb [Re: “Candidates abound in and back. Call for rates. Council District 13 race”; Jan. 17 Great for seniors, disabled & busy people. issue], Mitch [O’Farrell] seems like the guy to me. The other guys are SHARON’S TRASH CAN TAXI great, too, but you can’t beat having served the 13th District for 10 (323)849-9391 years. Living in a district for 30 [email protected] years should give him the advan- tage of really knowing the district as well. I love [Councilman] Tom LaBonge; having “Mr. Los Angeles’” endorsement is a big plus [for O’Farrell]. Good luck to all!

Mike Taylor Los Angeles Where’s the pro-life argument?

The article by Mr. [Aaron] Blevins on the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles con- ference on the abortion issue held in conjunction with the 40th obser- vance of the Roe vs. Wade decision is very nicely reported. [“Roe v. Wade, 40 years later”, Jan. 24 issue]. However, I did not see a single word about the pro-life observance in Los Angeles, which drew around 3,000 people, many of them your readers. [I would like to] see [pro- events] covered as professionally and lauditorily as your coverage of the NCJW/LA conference.

10 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press The Best Picture noms you probably missed With less than three weeks until and “Crash” — because it (rather the big night, it’s time to get caught literally) waters down a potentially up on all those Oscar films, particu- poignant discussion of complicated larly the nine nominated for Best issues, promoting a naive sentimen- Picture. With such a large list, it’s tality that aligns well with main- easy to miss some, especially stream Hollywood and film critics “Beasts of the Southern Wild” and who often know very little of criti- “Amour”, that problematizes the “Amour”, since they received min- cal race theory or feminism. If that entire concept of love. Few films imal love at the box office, both in doesn’t interest you, then just know feel this real — especially consider- gross and mass distribution. But that “Beasts” is pretty and well ing the gruelingly slow pace and what are the Oscars if not a time to acted, but little else. lack of musical score — or tap into remind us that there’s more to a such undesirable and all-too per- film than, say, Channing Tatum’s ‘Amour’ sonal themes. More than any other six-pack, or Batman’s sultry bari- film nominated, this one deserves photo courtesy of Sony Pictures Classic tone. Only nine foreign-language films the “W”, but don’t count on it –– Jean-Louis Trintignant stars as Georges and Emmanuelle Riva appears have been nominated for Best nothing this sad stands a chance. as Anne Laurent in “Amour”, one of the contenders for the Academy ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ Picture, including the French film, See Oscar checklist page 11 Award for Best Picture. There’s always one indie film in the Best Pic category ... enter “Beasts of the Southern Wild”, a post-Katrina fantasy drama. Did you squint in confusion yet? Quick, go rent or stream this one (a far eas- ier attempt than locating it at a the- atre during its run). Say hi to Hushpuppy (Quvenzhané Wallis), our six-year- old narrator living in a Louisiana bayou community — affectionately referred to as the “Bathtub”. While most would fear flooding, the members of this urban tribe, led by Hushpuppy’s father, Wink (Dwight Henry), prepare for the coming storm with drinking and ensuing belligerence. Unfortunately, this particular storm hits Bathtub pretty hard; plus Wink’s deteriorating health leaves even more destruction in Hushpuppy’s life. More impor- tantly (or less, depending on how

“‘Beasts of the Southern Wild” was quickly accepted by critics, but many cinephiles consider this film far too amateur and scattered to deserve top honors.”

random you might find this aspect of the film), the storm (coinciden- tally or actually, not sure) loosens something frozen in the Arctic, and it’s making its way to America. Aesthetically, director, writer and composer Benh Zeitlin has created something marvelous. As for its storyline, “Beasts” is a disjointed mess. The goal is far too simple, and the fantasy elements are both out of place and too sparse. Few films end with such a glaring “that’s it?” or “did you get it?” looming in the mind. Abstraction can be cine- matic gold when done right; Zeitlin still has much to learn. “Beasts of the Southern Wild” was quickly accepted by critics, but many cinephiles consider this film far too amateur and scattered to deserve top honors. And on a the- matic level, I must agree with liter- ary theorist bell hooks (sic) when she accuses the film of tapping into various racial stereotypes and encouraging negative mythmaking through the construction of a utopia that just doesn’t ring true. “Beasts” functions like nostalgia that makes us desire something that never was –– in this case, a world “above” race or gender, something clear by the film’s nonchalance regarding race issues and the ambiguous gender framing of Hushpuppy. In the end, “Beasts” is the perfect Best Pic nom — much like “The Help”, “The Blindside” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 February 7, 2013 Officers honored for response to shooting The city of Los Angeles recently Kim was armed with a handgun Commander Dennis Kato, Sgt. honored personnel at the Los and allegedly had shot the victim, Hope Young, and Senior Lead Angeles Police Department’s Victor Cho, who was president of a Officers Eric Mollinedo, Gordon Olympic Division for their realty company located in the Helper, Heidi Stoecklein and Joe response to a workplace shooting building. Cho later died at the hos- Pelayo. Also pictured (front row, that occurred on Nov. 1 in the 3400 pital, and Kim was subsequently left) are Carolyn Ramsay, of the block of Wilshire Blvd. Officers charged with murder. The officers 4th Council District Office; responded to a call about a shoot- were credited with preventing any Olympic Division Capt. Tina ing at approximately 3:45 p.m. and further violence. Nieto; Councilman Tom LaBonge, confronted a suspect, 52-year-old Pictured at the ceremony were 4th District; and Olympic Division Ji Tae Kim, in a fourth-floor office. (back row, left) LAPD Capt. Peter Zarcone. photo courtesy of the 4th District Council Office Oscar checklist From page 10

Georges (Jean-Louis Trintignant) and Anne (Emmanuelle Riva) live a modest life as retired music teachers (ironic since very little music graces our ears in this film) until complica- tions from a blocked carotid artery surgery leave Anne half paralyzed and bound to a wheelchair. From there, we spend the rest of the film in their apartment, watching this couple redefine their love for each other. Few films make me as uncom- fortable as this. “Amour” belongs next to “Requiem for a Dream” and “Dancer in the Dark” for construct- ing such an emotionally complex narrative best described as incredi-

“Michael Haneke has created some- thing so visceral –– so maddening –– so beautiful.” bly done, and may I never watch it again. Don’t expect escapism, mind- less fun or even a tantalizing sex scene (a shame since “amour” is French for “love”). Instead, this is perhaps the most honest representa- tion of love. Like Octavio Paz’s classic short story, “My Life with the Wave”, love is not a homoge- nous passion but something as var- ied as the morning tide. “Amour” is uncomfortable and depressing because all love ends in loss or heartbreak. We’ve got plenty of sto- ries featuring Hollywood’s imma- ture love. This is real love –– raw, complicated and often not what you expect. Yet love lost is still love. I never want to see this film again. This could happen, and that’s horri- fying. Further, Anne’s downward spiral is too similar to something I’ve experienced firsthand. Director Michael Haneke has created some- thing so visceral –– so maddening –– so beautiful. For this reason alone, “Amour” doesn’t stand a chance of winning Best Picture, even though it shames the competi- tion.

photo Courtesy of Fox Searchlight Pictures “Beasts of the Southern Wild” stars Quvenzhane Wallis as “Hushpuppy”, who has to face giant pig-like monsters in her bayou community. 12 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press AMIT explores the history of Amoeba celebrates Fat Tuesday in style Celebrate Mardi Gras on Jewish community in Africa Tuesday, Feb. 12 during Amoeba Records’ annual Fat Tuesday AMIT, an organization with an from the agricultural village of observance. Amoeba puts the office in Los Angeles that enables Walita in northern Ethiopia. He focus on New Orleans with live Israel’s youth to realize their poten- and his family later were airlifted to music, DJs, beads, a parade and tial through education and other Israel as part of Operation more. The Dirty Dozen Brass opportunities, will present “The Solomon, a joint U.S.-Israeli mis- Band performs at 2 p.m., fol- Story of Ethiopian Jewry” on sion to help repatriate Israeli Jews. lowed by the Second Line Saturday, Feb. 9 at 7:15 p.m. at For his starring role as Shlomo in Parade around the store. A por- Temple Emanuel Academy Day the film, he was nominated for an tion of proceeds on Feb. 12 will School in Beverly Hills. Israeli Oscar. go to NOLA, benefitting It will be the only local screening Tickets for the screening and Tippitina’s Foundation and the of the film, “Live and Become”, discussion are $75. The Temple New Orleans Music Clinic. winner of 16 Film Festival awards, Emanuel Academy Day School is Amoeba Records is located at and guests can meet two AMIT located at 8844 Burton Way. For 6400 Sunset Blvd. For informa- graduates, Barak Avraham and information, call (310)859-4885, or tion, call (323)245-6400, or visit Sirak M. Sabahat, both originally visit www.amitchildren.org/la. www.amoeba.com. from Ethiopia. photo courtesy of Amoeba Records Avraham emigrated to Israel with his family when he was 9 years old, and now resides in Petach Tikva. Avraham recently completed his master’s degree in public service, and is currently a partner in an Internet start-up company. Sabahat, the lead character in the “Live and Become”, originates Actor Al Pacino to be honored at film fest Italian filmmaker Lina Wertmuller, honorary chairman of the Istituto Capri nel Mondo, the governing body of the Los Angeles, Italia – Film, Fashion and Art Fest, has announced that Academy Award-winning actor Al Pacino will be the recipient of the inaugural Jack Valenti-Los Angeles, Italia Legend Award. Named in memory of longtime Motion Picture Association of America president Jack Valenti, it is the festival’s highest honor and it will be given annually to an out- standing Italian-American who has made major contributions to the global motion picture industry. Valenti’s daughter, Courtenay, executive vice president of produc- tion for Warner Bros. Pictures, will present the award to Pacino on Feb. 17 during the festival’s opening night ceremonies at the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, where the 8th edition of L.A., Italia will take place through Feb. 23. The festival is produced by founder Pascal Vicedomini and chaired by Italian-American talent manager and film executive Rick Nicita, with producer Martha De Laurentiis serving as president and producer Mark Canton serving as honorary chair. Madalina Ghenea, the Italian-Romanian supermodel and actress, will be mistress of cere- monies. Known for his forceful dramatic presentation, Pacino is most closely associated with the roles of Michael Corleone in “The Godfather” trilo- gy, as well as Tony Montana of the legendary gangster film “Scarface”. However, it was his performance as Frank Slade, a blind, retired Lt. Colonel, in “Scent of a Woman” that won him the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1993 and a supporting actor nomination in the same year for “Glengarry Glen Ross”. “One of the greatest actors in all of film history, Al Pacino established himself during one of film’s greatest decades, the 1970s, and has become an enduring and iconic figure in the world of American movies,” Wertmuller said. For information, visit www.losan- gelesitalia.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 February 7, 2013 ‘Jekyll & Hyde’ return to Performing arts center makes changes to board Bram Goldsmith, founding the stage in Hollywood chairman of the Board of Directors of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, is stepping down as chair- man. Goldsmith spearheaded plans for transforming the historic former Beverly Hills Post Office into per- forming arts center at 470 N. Canon Dr. Scheduled to open this fall, the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will transform an entire city block into a new cultural landmark. The centerpiece of the 2.5-acre complex will be the 500- seat Goldsmith Theater, made pos- sible through a $5 million gift from Goldsmith and his wife, Elaine. Goldsmith served as chairman of the cent’s board since 2000. “My years as chairman of the photo courtesy of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Wallis Annenberg Center for the Bram Goldsmith (right), founding chairman of the Board of Directors of Performing Arts have been among my most rewarding,” Goldsmith the Wallis Annenberg Center, is stepping down in the position, and will said. “Now, as we move into a new be replaced by Jerry Magnin, the organization’s current treasurer. phase, gearing up for our fall open- ing, it seems the ideal time to hand Lou Moore, executive director of Theatre, the former post office will over the reins. I look forward to the Center. Jerry Magnin, current be transformed into a flexible 150- continuing my efforts to insure that treasurer, will now serve as chair- seat studio theater, a theater school the Annenberg will set a new stan- man, with the assistance of three for youth, a café, gift shop and dard in theatergoing, not just local- vice-chairs, Board members Vicki space for production services. ly and nationally, but globally.” Reynolds, Arnold Rosenstein and There will also be a sculpture gar- Goldsmith will continue to serve Richard Rosenzweig. den and promenade event terrace. on the organization’s Executive For information, visit www.annen- Committee and Board, according to In addition to the Goldsmith bergbh.com.

photo courtesy of Chris Bennion Photo The four-time Tony-nominated musical ”Jekyll & Hyde” will run from Feb. 12 through March 3 at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood. Shows to benefit foundation’s fight against hunger Tony Award nominee Constantine Maroulis (above) will star in the title dual role of Dr. Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde, alongside Two-time Grammy nominated global hunger. They created House Avicii is truly leading the charge in Grammy Award nominee and R&B superstar, Deborah Cox, appear- DJ and producer Avicii, and his for Hunger in 2011 to demonstrate inspiring young people, and the ing as Lucy. The dark love story from Leslie Bricusse and Tony and manager, Grammy nominated exec- the positivity of the music and its house music industry, to get Frank Wildhorn returns in a new production with all the classic songs, utive producer Ash Pournouri, are fans. involved and to give back,” FEED such as “This is the Moment”, “A New Life” and “Someone Like donating funds to provide two mil- “We’re thrilled to be the benefi- Foundation chair and co-founder You”. It also stars Teal Wicks, Laird Mackintosh, Richard White and lion school meals in Africa through ciary of Avicii and House of Lauren Bush Lauren said. For infor- David Benoit. the FEED Foundation in the name Hunger’s continued efforts to raise mation, visit www.house- Showtimes are at 8 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 2 and 8 p.m., of their charity, House for Hunger. funds for the fight against hunger. forhunger.org. Saturday; and 1 and 6 p.m., Sunday. Tickets start at $25. The Pantages The funds will come from the Theatre is located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. For information, call proceeds from Avicii’s two (800)982-2787, or visit www.broadwayla.org. Grammy-week performances in L.A. on Thursday, Feb. 7 at the opening of Vanguard in Hollywood; and Friday, Feb. 8, at the Conga Fairfax grad gets military training Room, downtown. It is the second initiative for The U.S. Air Force has tary discipline and studies, Air House for Hunger, which has announced that Air Force Airman Force core values, physical fitness, already donated $1 million to Niguel T. Lawrence, a Fairfax High and basic warfare principles and Feeding America. Avicii, whose School, has graduated from basic skills. Lawrence is the son of Adel name is Tim Bergling, is best military training at Lackland Air Johnson, of South Orange Drive. known for his international mega- Force Base in Texas. He is a 2002 graduate of Fairfax hit “Le7els”. Avicii and Pournouri The airman completed an eight- High School and a 2007 graduate of hope to continue their work in week program of training in mili- the University of California, Davis. bringing attention to the problem of

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At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a vehicle parked near the corner of Genesee and Sunset. Olympic Division squad seizes Police Blotter An unknown suspect assaulted a victim near the corner of Selma guns, marijuana in raid and Schrader at 10:45 p.m. The following information was reported to the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Marijuana plants and assault tricity. They noticed that electrici- Station and the LAPD’s Wilshire Division between Jan. 29 and Feb. 3, 2013. Feb. 2 rifles were found by Los Angeles ty lines attached to the building If you are a victim of a crime, here are the telephone numbers of local law Police Department officers during were charred from the amount of enforcement agencies; Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- the execution of a search warrant power going through the lines, (213)473-0489 and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West which placed the building at Hollywood Station (310)855-8850. pect burglarized a vehicle parked near downtown Los Angeles last near the corner of Huntley and week. extreme fire risk. There were fam- Melrose. On Jan. 31, around 11 a.m., offi- ilies living in this warehouse as The following crimes occurred in petty theft in the 7100 block of cers from the Olympic Division well as legitimate businesses West Hollywood and the areas Santa Monica. at 8:30 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a Narcotics Enforcement Detail which were placed at risk by the patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire victim in the 8800 block of Santa (NED), along with agents from the operation, according to authori- and Hollywood Divisions between Jan. 31 Monica at 2:05 a.m. ties. Jan. 29 and Feb. 3, and were com- Homeland Security Investigations, Investigators believed that the piled from At 2:20 a.m., an unknown suspect Los Angeles Gang Group, execut- At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- marijuana operation was produc- www.crimemapping.com. pect burglarized a vehicle parked robbed a victim in the 5800 block ed a search warrant at a warehouse near the corner of 8th and of Gregory. located in the 2000 block of East ing an estimated street value of Jan. 29 Ridgeley. 15th Street. The location housed a $7.6 million every 60 days and An unknown suspect burglarized a large marijuana cultivation opera- was supplying marijuana to At 2:40 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- vehicle parked in the 7200 block of tion, and officers and agents seized numerous stores throughout the committed petty theft near the cor- tim near the corner of Santa W. Sunset at 5:30 a.m. more than 1500 pounds of dried Southern California region, as ner of Santa Monica and Las Monica and Mansfield at 12:30 marijuana and marijuana plants. well as shipping marijuana to the Palmas. a.m. At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect The officers also seized two Midwest and the East Coast. Four committed petty theft in the 7200 suspects were arrested and more block of W. Sunset. assault rifles, a rifle, two shotguns An unknown suspect committed a At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect and three pistols. arrests are anticipated. grand theft in the 1600 block of N. committed a burglary in the 1600 Anyone with information is La Brea at 4 a.m. block of Orange Grove. An unknown suspect committed a Officials from the city’s petty theft in the 8500 block of Department of Water and Power asked to call Olympic Division At 6:12 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Beverly at 5:30 p.m. and Department of Building and NED Detectives at (310)382- burglarized a residence in the grand theft in the 600 block of N. Safety also responded to the loca- 6615. During non-business hours 1200 block of Havenhurst. La Jolla at 2 p.m. At 7:50 p.m., an unknown suspect tion because the warehouse was or on weekends, call assaulted a victim in the 7300 using dangerous amounts of elec- (877)LAPD247. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 2:15 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Santa Monica. tim in the 8400 block of Santa committed a petty theft in the 7800 Monica at 7:56 a.m. block of Melrose. ! At 9 a.m., a burglary was reported An unknown suspect committed a Singer Chris Brown ordered to in the 6100 block of Drexel. grand theft in the 100 block of S. Martel at 4 p.m.  An unknown suspect committed a complete community service petty theft in the 4600 block of At 4:15 p.m., an unknown suspect " # Olympic at 9 a.m. committed a grand theft in the 100 Singer Chris Brown has been plete a batterer’s program. block of S. Robertson. ordered to complete his commu- In a motion filed recently by    Jan. 30 nity service in relation to the 2009 Deputy District Attorney Mary An unknown suspect committed a assault of his singer girlfriend, Murray, the court was asked to grand theft in the 8400 block of  At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- Rihanna, after failing to provide decline to accept Brown’s com-         " Melrose at 4:28 p.m. “credible, competent or verifiable munity labor in Virginia due to pect burglarized a vehicle parked      in the 1300 block of S. Tremaine. evidence” that he had completed what appears to be “significant At 6:30 p.m., a suspect assaulted the work, according to the Los discrepancies indicating at best        a victim during domestic violence  An unknown suspect physically Angeles County District sloppy documentation and at   
  assaulted a victim in the 900 block incident in the 7900 block of Norton. Attorney’s Office. worst fraudulent reporting.” After 
      of Westbourne at 5:35 a.m. On August 25, 2009, Brown noticing discrepancies in Brown’s        was ordered to complete 180 days documentation, investigators At 6 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a       stole a vehicle parked in the 400 vehicle parked in the 1100 block of of community labor and was traveled to Virginia to interview         block of Westmont. Hacienda at 8 p.m. allowed by the court to do so in officials who may have been      his home state of Virginia as part involved in his supervisions, find- At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect      An unknown suspect committed a of a five-year probationary sen- ing little to no evidence that    
 

petty theft in the 7800 block of robbed a victim near the corner of tence for assault. According to Brown had fulfilled his obliga- Melrose at 8:15 a.m. Santa Monica and Orange. court records, he was also to com- tions, according to court records.          At 8:45 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi-   
  burglarized a vehicle parked near cle parked in the 400 block of S. Cochran at 11 p.m.   !   the corner of Selma and Vine. Chefs indicted for selling whale meat         An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Feb. 1     A federal grand jury has returned 39, of Lawndale.       cle parked near the corner of a nine-count indictment that charges The indictment accuses the three Fairfax and 3rd at 10:45 a.m. At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect         pickpocketed a victim in the 600 a now-shuttered Santa Monica sushi defendants of conspiring to import restaurant and two men who and sell whale meat, specifically   
 At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Robertson.        burglarized a vehicle parked in the worked there as chefs with selling meat from Sei whales, which are 500 block of N. Rossmore. An unknown suspect burglarized a meat from Sei whales, which are listed as an endangered species.        vehicle parked in the 600 block of protected under the Marine Yamamoto and Ueda allegedly     An unknown suspect committed a N. Robertson at 6:25 a.m. Mammal Protection Act. ordered the whale meat from     petty theft in the 8300 block of The Jan. 31 indictment charges Ginichi Ohira, a Japanese national           At 7:20 a.m., an unknown suspect Santa Monica at 5:10 p.m. Typhoon Restaurant Inc., which is who was previously convicted.    burglarized a vehicle parked in the the parent company of the now- According to the indictment, The At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect 8700 block of Alden.      closed The Hump Restaurant, for- Hump sold whale sushi to infor-   
  stole a vehicle parked in the 200 merly located at the Santa Monica mants posing as customers on three block of N. Gower. An unknown suspect committed a       Airport; Kiyoshiro Yamamoto, 48, specific occasions in the fall of 2009 petty theft in the 7100 block of      Santa Monica at 3:30 p.m. of Culver City; and Susumu Ueda, and in early 2010. An unknown suspect committed a !       
  
    
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18 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press ‘Undie Run’ supports fight against child tumors Supermarket celebrates Not only will it be legal to run nationwide, and this year the orga- engraved iPod Nano. through the streets of West nizers hope to raise $1 million. The Children’s Tumor Foundation remodeling project Hollywood in your underwear on Pictured above is the New York is the world’s largest non-profit Saturday, Feb. 9, it will be encour- City “Cupid’s Undie Run” held last organization dedicated to ending aged. year. Neurofibromatosis, a genetic disor- Participants are being sought for Runners will start the day at noon der that causes tumors to grow on “Cupid’s Undie Run”, a one-mile at The Abbey, 692 N. Robertson nerves throughout the body. It can fun run to raise money for the Blvd. The run will commence at 2 result in blindness, deafness, learn- Children’s Tumor Foundation. p.m. at West Hollywood Park, 647 ing disabilities and severe chronic Runners dress in their underwear N. San Vicente Blvd., and the pain. and sprint around West Hollywood awards ceremony will take place at Registration for the “Cupid’s Park. Awards will be presented to 3 p.m. at The Abbey. Fundraising Undie Run” is $40. For informa- the highest fundraisers. Last year incentives include official event tion, call (323)848-6308, or visit the run raised more than $400,000 “undies” and bathrobes, and an www.cupidsundierun.com.

55. Vulcan’s Chimney Crossword Puzzle 56. Emanation 57. Bulls or Bears photo by Edwin Folven 58. Big top? The Los Angeles High school marching band played (above) at a rib- 59. Set aside bon-cutting ceremony Wednesday for the newly remodeled Ralphs 60. Gael’s tongue supermarket at the corner of 3rd Street and La Brea Avenue. The super- market presented 2,500 donations to Fairfax High School, L.A. High School, John Burroughs Middle School and Yeshiva Aharon Yaakov Ohr Eliyahu school. Ralphs’ president Donna Gidorno said the new Answers on Page 26 store will be a model for the chain.

         

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 69. Play too broadly Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 February 7, 2013 District helps LACO celebrates supporters Love was in the air when the Los from 1983 to 1988. Jennifer Diener students get Angeles Chamber Orchestra served as president from 1991 to (LACO) honored long-time sup- 1995, and chair from 1995 to 1998. porters Jennifer and Royce Diener, Both also currently serve on money for and David K. and Kay Duke LACO’s newly established Ingalls, for their generosity and Emeritus Board of Directors and dedication at its annual gala on Feb. were instrumental in establishing college 2. LACO president K. Eugene the orchestra as a premier cultural A new system implemented by Shutler (left), board member Ann institution. The evening’s theme the Los Angeles Unified School Moore Mulally, and music director was a nod to the era of George District (LAUSD) for sharing Jeffrey Kahane attended the event Gershwin and Ballets Russes com- required information with the at the California Club in downtown poser Vladimir Dukelsky, better California Student Aid Commission Los Angeles, which was titled, known as Vernon Duke, who is resulted in 2,000 more college- “Taking a Chance On Love”. Kay Duke Ingalls’ late husband. bound students receiving Cal David K. Ingalls served as presi- More than $315,000 was raised to Grants in 2012 than in previous dent of LACO’s Board of Directors benefit LACO. For information, from 1980 to 1983, and as chair visit www.laco.org. years. The funds help needy stu- photo courtesy of Lee Salem Photography dents pay for college in California. According to Cynthia Lim, exec- utive director of the LAUSD Office of Data and Accountability, the dis- trict participated in a pilot program aimed at implementing a more effi- cient method of providing a stu- dent’s grade point average for finan- cial aid applications to the state. “We provided the state with a file containing each student’s name, GPA and school,” she said. Under the previous system, stu- dents were responsible for calculat- ing and providing their GPA to the state. Schools also had to collect Social Security numbers from stu- dents to complete the applica- tion. According to Stephen Williams, and LAUSD college counselor, not all of them finished the task. “Many students either did not have their Social Security number memorized and had to get it from their parents, or could not be both- ered to fill out the form,” Williams said. “We missed many students, but now, things are different.” Lim said that last year, the dis- trict uploaded information for all 30,000 graduating seniors, which also reduced the burden on coun- selors, who were required to track the paperwork filled out by stu- dents. “Campus counselors now have more time to spend on things other than collect Social Security num- bers, such as counsel students,” said Bryan Dickason, manager of he Program Administration and Services Division for the California Student Aid Commission. For information, visit www.lausd.org. NCJW/LA hosts exhibit by teen artists The National Council of Jewish Women. Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) presents a viewing of the “Women Helping Children Art Exhibit” on Thursday, Feb. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the NCJW/LA Council House. Selected works created by partici- pants in NCJW/LA’s Art Pals, Art Bridges Culture, McAlister Teen Mom Art Education Program and the Alexandria House Teen Program will be displayed. NCJW/LA directly improves and enhances the lives of over 19,000 individuals in-need through Women Helping Women Community Counseling and Support Services and Women Helping Children Art and Literacy Programs for Youth. The exhibit will remain on display through March 20 at the NCJW/LA Council House, 543 N. Fairfax Ave. For information or to RSVP, call (323)852-8505, or e-mail to [email protected].

Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 February 7, 2013

sight, he told us, “NOW, Dad, NOW!” We did, with the irate lady chasing after us with blood in her eye, demanding we punish our Mad monster son and pay her gardener whatever it cost to put the sprinklers back in. “Alright, Lady,” yelled other half (OH), “my son may be losing his eye! Have a heart!” Musings Just a weekend after that, OS did something radical to his right knee, by Madeleine shaner playing football. He was big in Pop Vintage 1992 Warner Little League, Pee Wee level, and he had left in the team bus with the rest of his teammates. We followed in our car a little later A painful wake-up call because we had to leave directly after the game. As we approached Like every good household, we right knee — not nearly as dramat- the location we’d been directed to, I have what passes for a medicine ically as his brother, but both made OH slow up. There was a cabinet somewhere in the house — requiring stitches and bandages and small gathering on the concrete just at least some adhesive bandages, special foods — I seem to remem- ahead of us — a couple of coaches short ends of gauze tape, an aging ber ice cream being one of them. and a boy on the ground, whose two bottle of antiseptic that is so old it Michael, the elder, could manufac- inches of uncovered knees must be well past its sell-by date, a ture a break, a sprain, a potentially (between socks and pants) looked rather upside-down hat-shaped, fatal scratch in a minute, demand frighteningly familiar. No question plastic collector for … I hope I royal treatment, and be hopping to — I would recognize Mike’s knees don’t remember what … that I the basketball court before the ban- anywhere. We raced up to the group know has never been actually used on the ground, “What happened? in any medical emergency, but has Have you called an ambulance?” the its occasional uses for holding bot- “There was a small frightened parents (us) cried out. tles of shampoo that have mis- gathering on the “Aw, Mm, Dd (he was too cool to let placed their lids or stoppers, and an anyone hear him using words like “Official Johnson & Johnson First concrete just ahead Mom and Dad, “Cool it! Sheesh, I In the fall of 1992, then 9 month old Emily Villalpando sat on Los Aid Guide”, whose seal has never of us — a couple of was hoping you’d gotten lost and Angeles City Council President John Ferraro’s lap. The young lady been broken. There is also a ragged coaches and a boy not’ve seen this. Aw, jeez.”) At least has met many dignitaries in the course of her 21 years. We wish her box containing “12 Efavessent he recognized us. If we ever made a very happy 21st birthday and know she will continue to achieve Tabletoess, astringente wett dress- on the ground, the mistake of waving or signaling great accomplishments. ing for medicinen use only” which, whose two inches to him when he was on the field, judging by the spelling of those of uncovered knees even just hello, we’re here, all we unpronounceable, obviously for- got was a flicker of his embarrassed eign words, must have traveled a (between socks and fingers drumming on his thighs in long way to get into my bathroom pants) looked dumb show recognition that at least Baroque concert series drawer, although it says “West frighteningly he recognized us, but don’t let any- Havening, Connnecticute in one else know we’re related. features the music of Bach USSSA, GBS,” in once white let- familiar.” Fortunately, “he” and “we” have ters on the once blue box. At least got over all that, and we now recog- Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s reception begins at 6 p.m., followed they never had to be disturbed dur- nize each other in public, just like (LACO) is hosting an installment of by the performance at 7 p.m., during ing the years of “fallingdownhood” daging was complete. Dan, the normal humans. No touching its “Baroque Conversations” series which LACO artists share their of my two sons, who did fall down younger, could fall off his skates, though. on Thursday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. at the insights. a lot — the older because he was an and dutifully take to instant bed rest But I always wanted little girls, to Zipper Concert Hall in downtown Additional concerts take place on athletic daredevil who’d try any- for three weeks without a single dress up with ribbons in their hair, so Los Angeles. March 21, April 11 and May 9. thing at least 10 times until he’d tear. (he was a lot like his mother, I could walk with them and their The series showcases Baroque Tickets are $55. The Zipper Concert mastered the perfect fall, at least that poor put-upon soul, easily hurt dollies with their party dresses on. music through a program of concer- Hall is located at 200 South Grand once; the younger because he and long to remember.) At least that explains why we were tos by J.S. Bach and his second son, Ave. couldn’t bear to be bested by his I distinctly remember an irate lady somewhat set up with first aid sup- C.P.E. Bach, each written for pairs of For information, call (213)622- older brother, and even though he on our doorstep one Saturday after- plies when OH tripped over a curb- musicians. A complimentary wine 7001, or visit www.laco.org. knew he couldn’t match his broth- noon, complaining that older son stone while he was crossing the road er’s athleticism, he could at least (OS) had ripped off all her sprinkler at La Cienega yesterday. use as many Band-Aids, wherever heads and used them for some elab- Fortunately, his wound didn’t they could be placed. Additionally, orate game. When OS arrived a few require surgery, because most of the Zoo offers Valentine’s Day they both only fell big, by which I minutes later, he was in consider- salves and ointments had dried up mean spectacular falls with broken able pain — close to tears, some- and died, and the bandages had been bones and plaster cast follow-ups. thing we’d never witnessed before used for covering holes in footballs, treat for animal lovers One weekend in particular, I (and never would again) because he or lacing up aging sneakers. If my remember elder son breaking his had something in his eye, he said, boys ever have families of their ankle playing basketball at the and couldn’t see a thing. We had to own, I’m going to have to replenish park, and younger son tripping over rush him to the Hollywood my first aid supplies, or hope they his own skates and fracturing his Emergency Hospital to save his stick with girls. Love them all year, not just on Valentine’s Day

By Betty Guy Wills ing definition is that Feb. 14 is the “If your significant traditional beginning of the mating season for all species of birds. Are Is Valentine’s Day a command other has to wait for these reasons to celebrate love? to celebrate your love? Are we Valentine’s Day to Let me tell you something. If programmed to believe that on show that he or she your significant other has to wait Feb. 14, if one’s lover doesn’t for Valentine’s Day to show that he bring flowers and chocolates and really loves you, or she really loves you, then you one’s favorite fragrance, or doesn’t better get up in the morning and take their lover out to an upscale then you better get up in the morning find another lover. Love is culti- restaurant with a romantic view, vated and nurtured all year long, at photo by Tad Motoyama they don’t love you? and find another all times, not just spontaneously “Sex and the City Zoo 4: Sexy Beast”, a Valentine’s Day event cel- Actually, your lover can do this lover.” one day of the year. ebrating romance in the animal kingdom, will be presented by the any day of the year as often as they Having said all this, if you guys Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA) on Saturday, Feb. 9 please, and don’t forget the jewel- enjoy being forced to buy red at 5 p.m. in the Zoo’s Witherbee Auditorium. ry and any other luxury items they of snow tires. roses, high-calorie chocolates, The adults-only event offers a lighthearted discussion by actress want to give. For my part, am I One of the definitions of expensive perfume, an over-rated Joleen Lutz, of “Night Court”, who is also known for her work as an required to please him by wearing Valentine’s Day — and there are card, a pricey romantic dinner and interpretive naturalist of zoology. There will be a dessert and wine exotic French lingerie and reward many — is that the date was estab- champagne, don’t forget the jewel- reception; “animal walk-abouts” with chats with zookeepers and the him for his efforts, perhaps a gift, lished when Pope Gelasius, during ry. If you gals love getting a mani- chance to observe small animals up close; and an optional four-course on this day? the 14th Century, stated that Feb. cure and pedicure, a new hair style dinner at Reggie’s Bistro in the zoo. Proceeds from the fundraiser, A few of the worst Valentine 14 would be a day to remember and professional make-up, and sponsored by Whole Foods Market West Hollywood, support the gifts I have ever heard of include a Saint Valentine, who was executed buying sexy lingerie and an expen- zoo’s mission of wildlife preservation and conservation. corsage made of red plastic roses, for wanting to ban Roman soldiers sive cocktail designer dress — all Tickets are $30 for GLAZA members; $40 for non-members, with a stuffed monkey, a red scarf and from getting married. He signed for just this one day of “love” — the dinner option available for $65 per person for members, $75 for gloves in a red box with a Santa his last letter to his lover, “from then go ahead. Happy Valentines non-members. For information and reservations, call (323)644-6042, photo, and last but not least, a pair your Valentine”. Another interest- Day! or visit www.lazoo.org. 22 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Relay for Life comes to West Hollywood Andrews remembered on From page 6 each Relay, organizers hold a lumi- Hollywood Walk of Fame naria ceremony, in which partici- pants light candles in decorated paper bags to remember lost loved ones. “It’s a great visual image for peo- ple to take away with them,” Waldrop said. “It’s very empower- ing to see everybody take out their bags with candles lit and realize that everyone’s kind of in the battle together.” Organizers also raise money on site during the Relay, and sponsor- ships play a significant role in the event. Officials also pass out infor- mation on cancer prevention and raise awareness of the disease. photo courtesy of Relay for Life In all, the Relays are generally Television host and actress Stacy Keibler helped raise money for Relay uplifting, yet sobering. Waldrop for Life on behalf of Cycle House. said she originally became involved with Relay for Life as a event falls in line with the business’ and we are thrilled to work with the volunteer, and she was drawn to the goals of promoting healthy American Cancer Society to pro- relationships and interactions she lifestyles and helping charities. mote its crucial work to treat and had with other people. She said it is “We felt that it was something end cancer.” awe-inspiring to see hundreds of that was very on-brand with us,” Waldrop said organizers are hop- survivors walking on a track to Gillman said, adding that she was ing to hold the Relay on May 18 at prove that cancer isn’t a death sen- honored that ACS thought of Cycle West Hollywood Park, though that tence. House. “We really, really wanted to has yet to be confirmed. “It’s almost hard to describe be a part of it. So far, we’ve seen a For information, visit unless people experience it,” huge outpouring of support. …It’s www.relayforlife.org/westholly- Waldrop said. “It’s really some- fantastic. We like to do what we woodca or send an e-mail to thing to experience.” can. We always believe every little [email protected]. She said West Hollywood has bit helps.” While West Hollywood is host- had four teams sign up thus far. Additional participation is ing a Relay for the first time, other photo by Marlene Panoyan/Hollywood Chamber of Commerce One team, created by indoor requested. West Hollywood resi- events are scheduled around the Flowers were placed on the star of singer Patty Andrews, the last cycling studio Cycle House, held a dents are invited to sign up as par- local area. The Relay for Life of surviving member of The Andrews Sisters, on Jan. 30, when she died fundraiser on Jan. 26 with TV host ticipants, teams or survivors, and Hollywood will be held on July 26 at the age of 94. She, along with her sisters, Maxene and LaVerne, sold and actress Stacy Keibler that local organizers need additional at Helen Bernstein High School, more than 90,000 records, recorded approximately 700 songs and raised $1,200. committee members as well. This 1309 Wilton Place. For informa- earned nine gold records during her career. The Minnesota natives “It was a great start for West year’s event chair is Owen Ward, tion, visit www.relayforlife.org/hol- were known for several songs, such as “Bei Mir”, “Boogie Woogie Hollywood,” Waldrop added. the owner of Off World lywoodca. The Relay for Life of Bugle Boy”, “Rum and Coca Cola” “I’ll be with you in Apple Cycle House owner Lara Entertainment. Miracle Mile will be held on June 8 Blossom Time” and “I Can Dream, Can’t I?” They were also estab- Gillman said ACS approached the “We are proud to chair the first at Larchmont Village, 600 S. lished radio personalities and appeared in 17 Hollywood films. business about participating in this Relay for Life in West Hollywood McCadden Place. For information, LaVerne died in 1968 after being diagnosed with cancer the year year’s Relay, and the management this year,” Ward said. “Our mission visit www.relayforlife.org/mira- before, and Maxene died of a heart attack in 1995 at the age of 79. was happy to oblige. She said the is to bring important causes to light, clemileca. Their star is located at 6834 Hollywood Blvd.

away. The shot missed, and the vic- firmed the theory. A police sketch Suspect strikes again in Olympic area tim notified police. The suspect of the suspect has been released From page 1 had fled, however, by the time with the hope someone will recog- deputies arrived. nize him. He is described as being Police also believe the suspect approximately 5 feet 9 inches to 6 allegedly shot and killed a transgen- robbed and shot at a victim in The deceased victim, whose robbed a victim in the Olympic feet tall with a stocky build, and der victim in Hollywood around 10 Plummer Park in West Hollywood name is Nathan Henry Vickers, but area in late 2011 near 7th Street usually wears dark clothing. p.m. on Nov. 17, 2011, and likely later that same day. who went by the name Cassidy and Kingsley Drive. The crimes “Of course, someone out there Vickers, was robbed and shot in the subsided for several months, and somewhere knows something,” 6100 block of Lexington Avenue. then he surfaced again last August, Radtke said. “It is just as important Vickers was reportedly standing committing six robberies. He that people be aware of their sur- next to a vehicle when someone reportedly shot at a robbery victim roundings and if they see some- FIDM presents Oscar- inside fired several shots and drove on Sept. 27 in South Los Angeles thing, report it.” away. Approximately 30 minutes but missed, and was connected to Anyone with information is later, a transgender woman walk- another robbery in that area on Oct. asked to contact investigators with worthy constumes ing Plummer Park was accosted by 10. the LAPD’s West Bureau a suspect who demanded her purse. Police surmise that the lapse in Homicide Unit at (213)382-9470. When the woman refused to give crimes in 2012 may have occurred During weekends and off-hours, up her purse, the suspect fired a because the suspect was jailed on call the LAPD’s 24-hour hotline at handgun at the victim as she ran other charges, but have not con- (877)ASKLAPD. Bus depot site in WeHo may be developed From page 7

working more closely with the posals are also in the preliminary city in the weeks leading up to the My client takes stages. Lt. Cheryl Newman- agreement because he represents Tarwater confirmed that there the CBRC on such matters. He great pride in were prior discussions about said he didn’t consult with the city working with his changes at the station, which was because the proposal submitted to built in 1980 and is limited in its photo by Alex J. Berliner/ABImages neighbors, as well the Metro board was not an offi- ability to accommodate expan- More than 100 costumes and fashion designs from 2012 films will as the city.” be displayed from Tuesday, Feb. 12 through April 27 at the Fashion cial plan, and that the agreement sion, but that she hadn’t heard Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) Museum. reached was only the first step in a anything lately. Because the sta- The annual “Art of Motion Picture Costume Design” exhibition cel- long process. -Steve Afriat, tion is on land owned by the coun- ebrates the creativity of the costume designer in film. On view will be “There was a miscommunica- consultant for CBRC ty, any project that includes costumes from over 20 motion pictures and Oscar-nominated designs. tion between the parties,” Afriat changes at the station would also Clothing from last year’s Academy Award Winner for Best Costume said. “Mr. Prang and the rest of require approval from the Los Design, “The Artist” (above), by costume designer Mark Bridges, was the city council will be brought Hollywood City Council will have Angeles County Board of displayed in last year’s exhibition. back, and we will listen to what the final decision on what CBRC Supervisors. The exhibit is held by the FIDM Museum in conjunction with the they want there. My client takes will be allowed to build at the site. “There will be a series of feasi- Costume Designers Guild. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday great pride in working with his The city has previously explored bility studies,” Moliere said. “We through Saturday; admission is free. The FIDM Museum is located at neighbors, as well as the city.” the idea of rebuilding the sheriff’s are trying to make the areas 919 S. Grand Ave., downtown. For information, call (213)623-5821, Afriat anticipates the design and station, and perhaps relocating the around stations more attractive … ext. 2224, or visit www.fidm.com. approvals process to take as long West Hollywood City Hall some- and make it more attractive to use as three years. The West where on the site, but those pro- public transportation.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 February 7, 2013 Garcetti: Hollywood progress is ‘irreversible’ From page 1 GLEH to provide more housing From page 6 alley between Hollywood parking. Hollywood has taught him. classes, bingo, yoga and more, and ration between GLEH and Boulevard and Selma Avenue; and “We will continue to solve prob- “I want city government — not it is close enough to Triangle AMCAL Multi Housing Inc. It is Oscar Outdoors, movie screenings lems,” Garcetti added. just here in Hollywood in my dis- Square that residents can easily being constructed with public put on by the Academy of Motion He said Hollywood’s success trict, but throughout the city — to travel there to take advantage of funding from the California Picture Arts and Sciences. was demonstrated by the “seam- work again,” he added. “I want this additional services and classes. Redevelopment Agency, low “While the rest of the country less” transition from the Kodak town to work again.” “It’s one Metro stop away from income tax credits and some pri- and the city is back on its heels, Theatre to the Dolby Theatre. Garcetti reiterated his campaign Triangle Square, and it’s a great vate funding. we’re doing better than before the Garcetti said it showed the level of pitches, saying that he wants to area for amenities and great fun GLEH is supported by the recession even started,” he added. confidence the academy has in make it easier for businesses to open stuff,” Harrison said. “That area is California Wellness Foundation, The councilman also noted the Hollywood. in Los Angeles, get rid of the gross redeveloping very rapidly.” the California Community completion of homeless housing “For all of Hollywood’s success- receipts tax and ensure that city hall Harrison said The Argyle will Foundation, the Annenberg projects, such as the La Kretz Villas es … I think we’re just getting is accessible and accountable. be a scaled-down version of Foundation and several other enti- and the Villas at Gower, and other warmed up,” he added. “The city is capable of the great- Triangle Square, which has 104 ties. Harrison said there is a defi- efforts to aid the homeless, like Garcetti said the area — and Los est things we’ve ever seen,” he said. units. Alice Herman, 77, who has nite need for LGBT housing, and Hollywood 4WRD. Angeles in general — must contin- Garcetti thanked the audience, the lived at Triangle Square for nearly cited the long waiting list for units “We have grown, my friends, but ue to grow its economy. He said a chamber, LaBonge and other elect- four years, said it is important for at Triangle Square. we have grown with a conscience,” rising economy helps add more ed officials for the support during older members of the LGBT com- “Triangle Square was the first Garcetti said. police officers, which brings in his 12 years on the council. He munity to have a place that is sen- project of its kind in the nation, He mentioned administrative more business, which brings in choked up when discussing his sitive to their needs. She likened and this will be our second pro- actions, particularly by his council more revenue and helps fund more memories during that time, though the amenities and services to “liv- ject,” he said. “There is a huge office, that also benefitted police officers and so on. he said his fondest are yet to come. ing on a cruise ship.” demand for this, and we really Hollywood. Garcetti praised the “That virtuous circle works,” “Hollywood has been my inspira- “Triangle Square is amazing. want to take the GLEH model to city’s first valet parking ordinance, Garcetti said. tion,” Garcetti said. “You have been When I first came here, I said, ‘this the national level. which he introduced along with He asked the chamber to keep the my inspiration. …Thank you all for can’t be affordable housing’,” The project is expected to open Councilman Tom LaBonge, 4th invitation open for him to address giving me the opportunity to repre- Herman said. “For me it’s perfect. in spring 2014, and GLEH has District. He also praised a smart them next year, potentially as sent you. …Thank you for twelve You’re right in the middle of already begun accepting applica- phone application that was mayor. Garcetti said he is running years and making my life worth everything; everything is within tions from prospective residents. launched to help residents find for mayor because of what something great. I love you.” walking distance.” For information, call (323)957- The Argyle project is a collabo- 7200.

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26 February 7, 2013 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Millennium releases fiscal study From page 1 said such lots are ripe for develop- Chamber of Commerce, also ner here,” Hale said, adding that ment, as they allow developers to praised the proposal, saying that stimulating the local economy is a complete projects without compro- the Millennium project would be must in today’s business climate. mising historic structures. The park- beneficial for the area’s tourism. “This is one of the most important ing lots also “deaden” the foot traffic “Would they rather see a parking projects that we have supported.” in the area and “suck the energy and lot? Or would they rather see an Despite the fiscal study, members vitality from the area,” he said. iconic building that’s going to be of the Hollywood Dell Civic “This is probably the most constructed here that will symbol- Association, which covers an area important undeveloped site in ize the past, present and future of directly north of the project, is still Hollywood,” Gubler added. Hollywood? It will be an exciting concerned with the ramifications of photo by Aaron Blevins Although Angelenos have tradi- project,” he said. “We’re taking having such a large project close to Under the current proposal, the parking lot across from the Capitol tionally been “very leery” of devel- advantage here of millions of dol- their homes, president Patti Negri Records building would be the future site of one tower. opment, the project could allow lars that have been invested in tran- said. Hollywood to “show the way” for sit. We’re making our entire com- “We’re happy to have them here. true, urban development, he said. munity a better place to visit. Just please, please scale it back. working with the developers, but the developers “should do the right Gubler said people generally fear We’re creating more jobs. This is a There’s got to be a happy medium,” stopped after its members weren’t thing.” LaBonge also voiced con- that development will lead to addi- great opportunity.” she said. getting direct answers; however, cern regarding congestion and tional congestion and crime, but The mixed-use project encour- Negri said the area already bat- those talks have resumed recently. infrastructure issues, but he is opti- the project could enhance the safe- ages transit ridership, offers new tles significant congestion, which “We want to like this project,” mistic that a compromise can be ty of the neighborhood, and with housing and retail and will be will only be exacerbated by a large Negri added. “We just want it to be reached. amenities within close proximity, it located along a transit corridor, all development. Increased congestion livable from both sides. …I really “I think a super architect can fig- could reduce the use of automo- of which are components of the could be an annoyance, but it could hope we can reach a compromise.” ure it out,” he added. “I’m for the biles in Hollywood. kind of projects the city needs, said be very concerning for emergency Los Angeles City Councilman jobs, always have been, but I also He said he was pleased the pro- Mary Leslie, president of the Los vehicles and first responders, she Tom LaBonge, 4th District, who want to have a balanced approach.” ject incorporated the nearby Angeles Business Council. said. represents the area encompassing Philip Aarons, the founding part- Hollywood and Vine Metro station, “The project is really a model of “We truly will be landlocked,” the Hollywood Dell Civic ner of Millennium Partners, said and was situated within four blocks the kind of transit-oriented devel- Negri added. Association, said he is very con- the developers hope to have of three freeway on-ramps. Gubler opment we need to build here in Additionally, the association is cerned about the height of the pro- approvals in the next few months, said the developers understand the Los Angeles,” she said. concerned that the sewer infra- ject. He said the highest building in with construction beginning as context of the site and how it fits in Gene Hale, chairman of the structure won’t be able to handle Hollywood now is approximately early as next year. the “urban fabric” of Hollywood. Greater Los Angeles African additional users, and the towers 22 stories. The project will be located in “In Millennium Partners and American Chamber of Commerce, could block the view of the area’s “Anything over twenty-nine Council District 13. Councilman Ardent Ventures, we have a team said the economic stimulus provid- iconic skyline, she said. [stories] would be overwhelming Eric Garcetti was not available for that has the financial wherewithal ed by the project would be felt in “We don’t want something that and would cast a different feel to comment, but representatives said and the urban development experi- South L.A. Furthermore, the devel- goes higher than the Hollywood historic Hollywood,” LaBonge he would not support a project that ence necessary to get a high-quali- opers have expressed their intent to Sign,” Negri said. said. “I think if we had a super is not supported by the community. ty project built, of which we can all provide scholarships in the com- She suggested that the develop- high-rise, it would overwhelm the According to the office, the envi- be proud,” he added. munity and offer contractor jobs to ers conduct studies that seek to neighborhood.” ronment impact report comment Gary Toebben, president and local workers, he said. mitigate issues for area residents. He said he is pleased to see eco- period is ongoing, and nothing has CEO of Los Angeles Area “We have a good corporate part- Negri said the association had been nomic development in the area, but come before the council.

Manavi and Duddie — and that the inspector said nightclubs in Los City Attorney’s Office has not been Angeles need a special permit to use Club still operating, despite charges notified that any changes had been fireworks or pyrotechnic devices, From page 1 made. and that a fire safety officer from the LAFD Inspector Manny department is required to be present seating. Additionally, there was The Hollywood Supper Club ups by the service provider. Hernandez, who inspects clubs in when they are used. The LAFD allegedly a trapeze artist swinging remains open while the charges are Supperclub outsources a top securi- the Hollywood area, said he could charges a minimum of $265 for the from the ceiling above the crowd — pending, and operates on Tuesdays, ty company that stations personnel not comment on the situation at the service, Hernandez said. which is a safety violation according Wednesday, Fridays and Saturdays. at all fire exits and employs an EMT supper club because of the pending Nightclubs are also required to the LAFD — and that there were The owners of the club were representative every night we are charges. He said in general, howev- keep exits unblocked, and proper several blocked exits and propped unavailable for comment, but have open to quickly respond to any er, that the clubs in Hollywood fol- signage is required. He cautioned open fire doors, which are kept issued a statement. emergency,” according to the state- low fire safety regulations. He said clubgoers to always identify an exit closed to keep fires from quickly “Supperclub Los Angeles insti- ment. he writes an average of 10 to 20 cita- other than the one they entered spreading. tutes safe business practices and has A spokesman for the club who tions for violations each year. through as an escape route. During another inspection last been welcoming happy, satisfied declined to give permission to use “Depending on the circumstance, “If I were to go to any club right July by the Los Angeles Department dinner and nightclub guests each his name said the safety concerns it could range from fines to criminal now, there would be something in of Building and Safety, inspectors week since 2010. Supperclub has were being addressed and he counts,” Hernandez said. the way [of one of the exits], but we allegedly found an illegal tent never had an incident of a fire believed the charges would be “Violations are fairly uncommon. work with them, and I haven’t met behind the building with illegal tragedy at our venue. We take the amended. Additionally, the state- The last thing these clubs want to any club manager who has been wiring, and a blocked exit. When safety of our Supperclub family and ment indicated that Demitri Samaha happen is to be shut down.” uncooperative,” Hernandez said. LAFD inspectors returned on Nov. extended family of guests very seri- is one of Supperclub Los Angeles’s Hernandez said the recent deadly “We are required by law to do 1, they again found the club was ously. All our curtains and sound- contractors who built the venue, and nightclub fire in Santa Maria, Brazil inspections at every club at least overcrowded, had blocked exits and proof material are class 1/A fire Rose Samaha, Demitri Samaha’s — in which more than 230 people once a year, and then we return to fire doors, and were allowing seat- retardant. Building a brand new 85-year old year mother, and died when fireworks allegedly the ones where we find problems. If ing on bedding inside the club. They venue in Hollywood, our sprinkler Caroline Braidi, are not related to sparked a blaze and people were we find too many problems, we also allegedly found illegal fire- and fire extinguishing systems are Supperclub’s management team. trapped because of a lack of open or issue citations or shut them down. It works, and shut the club down for up to code with the Los Angeles Fire Mateljan said the charges were unlocked exits — has generated new all depends on the circumstance, and the night. Department and gets routine check amended to include more people — concerns about fire safety. The we take this very seriously.” Frank Mateljan, a spokesman for the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, said the situation is a clear danger to public safety. “Based on the reports we received from the fire department, there were some very serious safety violations occurring,” Mateljan said. “When you have twice the legal capacity of people, and people swinging from the ceiling, it is a recipe for disaster.”

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