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Volume 28 No. 23 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills and Wilshire Communities June 7, 2018

Metron sets the stageJune 25 onand last Wilshire eight to 10 weeks. Staging area in Beverly n Work will take place on weekdays BeamingPride Parade returns with Pride in WeHo Hills will serve as future between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and station entrance demolition activities will begin no this year as part of the earlier than 9 a.m. city’s schedule of     Phase 2 of the County Transportation Authority’s events this weekend Construction on the Purple Line Purple Line Extension project will be     Extension project continues in 2.6 miles long, from Wilshire and La Beverly Hills, with the City Council Cienega boulevards to the Century Rainbow flags are proudly fly- on June 5 approving permits for City/Constellation Boulevard station. ing in West Hollywood and all demolition at 9430 Wilshire Blvd., The $2.53 billion segment is expect- throughout the county to celebrate which will be a staging area during ed to be completed in 2025. Pride Month. However, it may be construction and eventually serve as Metro will also install a minimum a few more years before the colors the entrance to the Wilshire/Rodeo 20-foot high perimeter sound wall, as of the rainbow illuminate the Station. well as noise monitoring equipment White House again. City staff said the work will start See Metro page 29 President Trump has pro- claimed June National Ocean Month, National Homeownership Month and African-American Music Appreciation Month, but he hasn’t acknowledged Pride Month for the second consecutive year. photo by Joshua Barash “It’s not surprising,” West West Hollywood’s Pride celebration, pictured in a previous year, will Hollywood Mayor Pro Tempore bring thousands of residents and visitors to the city this weekend. John D’Amico said. “He’s off on some trajectory that is unrecogniz- able.” 11 a.m. both days at West hosting performers including Pride in West Hollywood is on Hollywood Park, along San Kehlani and Tove Lo. its normal trajectory this year with Vicente Avenue and Santa Monica “It’s always a good time and I the return of the parade on June Boulevard. think this year will be no excep- 10, following a one-year hiatus in Thousands are expected at the tion,” D’Amico said. photo courtesy of Metro 2017 when the Resist March was festival, which will have three Estevan Montemayor, the held instead. The annual festival stages – the Park Stage, the Plaza Metro construction will continue through Beverly Hills as the See Pride page 28 Wilshire/Rodeo station and tunnel alignment are constructed. will be held June 9-10, starting at Stage and the Boulevard Stage,

Bluen wave for alL.A.’s election in the race Dems for governor, n Incumbents win big, MeasureSchool district will BH passes in Beverly Hills with Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom and advance to November’s Republican businessman John Cox have $385 million in general election claiming victory on Tuesday night general obligation in the top-two primary race, but     L.A.’s incumbents fared better on bonds June 5.     Former Los Angeles Mayor Local leaders seeking re-election Antonio Villaraigosa fell short of The Beverly Hills Unified School qualifying for the November gener- See Election page 30 District’s $385 million construction bond measure was approved by vot- ers on June 5, pending certification of the results later this month, according to the county clerk’s semi-official results. Measure BH received approxi- mately 59 percent of the vote as of Wednesday, clearing the 55 percent photo by Luke Harold it needed to pass. The auditorium at Hawthorne is included on the list of projects eligible “I’m very pleased that the for Measure BH funding. Beverly Hills residents had the fore- sight and good sense to pass this the bond on the ballot earlier this upgrades, with improvements to the measure,” school board member year to continue district-wide con- other three schools as well, accord- Mel Spitz said on Wednesday. “It’s struction over the next several years. ing to the project list. needed [and] it was well crafted.” Beverly Hills High School and El “Our schools are the heart and photo courtesy of the mayor’s office The school district’s Board of Rodeo School would receive large soul of Beverly Hills and have Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti cast his ballot during yesterday’s Education unanimously voted to put portions of the funding for See Construction page 29 statewide primary election. 2 June 7, 2018 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

being an artist and mother. Journalist Babadjanian. Suggested donation is Defiance Jori Finkel, co-producer of the film, $50; reservation required. 11461 Los Angeles Museum of the will lead a discussion with artists Sunset Blvd. (310)472-3330, or email Holocaust is hosting a screening of Rebecca Campbell, Andrea Chung, [email protected]. “Defiance” (2008) on Thursday, Tanya Aguiñiga and Kenyatta A.C. June 7 at 6 p.m. Based on a true story, Hinkle, who are featured in the film. the film stars Daniel Craig in a tale of Admission is free. 600 State Drive. resistance against the Nazis in Eastern (213) 744-2084, caamuseum.org. Comedy and Europe during World War II. A panel discussion hosted by Tom Teicholz CocktailsComedian Bill Devlin’s “Comedy and featuring professor Renata Fuchs and Cocktails” show Anna Paikow will follow the film. A.Join authorM. Homes A. M. Homes for a discus- returns on Suggested donation is $10. 100 The sion about her book “Days of Awe” on Thursday, June Grove Drive. lamoth.org. Tuesday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the 14 at 8 p.m. at the Hammer Museum. Homes focuses on H o l l y w o o d memory, art, writing as complemen- Improv. Devlin’s Beverly Hills tary practices and the overlap of per- show mixes some sonal and historical pasts. The discus- of the hottest sion is part of the Hammer stand-up comedians in the country ChamberJoin the Beverly Hills Chamber of Conversations series. 10899 Wilshire with surprise celebrity guests and a Commerce for its “June Networking Blvd. (310)443-7000, band. 8162 Melrose Ave. (323)651- Breakfast” on Friday, June 8 from 8 hammer.ucla.edu. 2583, hollywood.improv.com. to 9:30 a.m. at Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills. Meet chamber mem- bers, local professionals and commu- nity leaders, and learn how to increase Cinematic business. Admission is $25 for mem- bers; $35 for nonmembers. 9250 OverturesColumbia University film professor Beverly Blvd. (310)248-1000, mem- Annette Insdorf will discuss her latest bers.beverlyhillschamber.com. book “Cinematic Overtures: How to photo by Hugo Glendinning Read Opening Scenes” on Tuesday, The Wallis Annenberg Center of the Performing Arts presents a produc- June 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Los Fantasm: tion of Eugene O’Neill’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece “Long Day’s Angeles County Museum of Art. The Journey Into Night” running from Friday, June 8 through Sunday, July book offers insights into more than 40 films. From American classics like 1001Bellydance Nights Evolution presents 1. Richard Eyre’s acclaimed Bristol Old Vic production stars Academy “Apocalypse Now,” “Taxi Driver” “Fantasm: 1001 Nights,” a magic carpet Award winner Jeremy Irons and Olivier Award winner and Oscar nomi- and “Schindler’s List” to foreign films ride of ancient tales nee Lesley Manville. Tickets start at $35. 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, including “Hiroshima, mon amour,” of the adventures of Beverly Hills. (310)746-4000, thewallis.org/longdays. “The Piano” and “A Separation,” the Sinbad told through films demonstrate how in the first few Middle Eastern and minutes of a film audiences can find contemporary folk- discussion of “Real Boy” on Tuesday, keys to unlock the rest of the cinemat- loric dance on June 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the West FordAuthor Rex Fairlane Weiner will debutBook “The ic text. Bing Theater, 5905 Wilshire Saturday, June 9 Hollywood Council Chambers. The (Original) Adventures of Ford Blvd. (323)857-6010, lacma.org. at 1 and 4:30 p.m. film, which is a nominee for the Fairlane” on Sunday, June 10 at 7 at the Assistance League Playhouse. GLAAD Media Award for p.m. at the Mandrake Bar. The book Founded in 2009 by choreographer Outstanding Documentary, is a mov- features Weiner’s gritty stories about ing and intimate story of a family in Jillina Carlano, Bellydance Evolution TrioL’Ermitage Maestri Foundation will present a private eye Ford Fairlane, the music transition with trans teen Bennett nav- celebrates and reimagines Middle performance by Trio Maestri industry’s “rock ‘n’ roll detective.” igating adolescence, sobriety, and the Eastern dance. Tickets are $22. 1367 N. on Thursday, The Ford Fairlane stories, unavailable physical and emotional ramifications St. Andrews Place. June 14 at 8 p.m. in print since first publication in 1979- of his changing gender identity. 625 hollywoodfringe.org/projects/5319. in the Grand 1980 as serialized weekly episodes in N. San Vicente Blvd. Admission is Ballroom of the the New York Rocker and the LA free, but space is limited and RSVP is Luxe Sunset Weekly, will be officially released on required by visiting July 18 by Rare Bird Books. 2692 La Boulevard Hotel. WWIIAuthor Liesl Photo Bradner Book will sign and bit.ly/WeHoHRSS_RealBoy. Cienega Blvd. rarebirdbooks.com. The trio features discuss the book “Snapdragon: The violinist Roberto World War II Exploits of Darby’s Cani, cellist Ranger and Combat Photographer ArtistEnjoy a screening and of Mother the documentary Ruslan Biryukov and pianist Armen Phil Stern” on Saturday, June 9 RealWest Hollywood’s Boy Human Rights “Artist and Mother” followed by a Guzelimian. The program will from 2 to 4 p.m. at Fahey/Klein Speakers Series and IMP’s panel discussion on Tuesday, June 12 include Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor, Gallery. The book documents the Community Perspectives Film Series at 7 p.m. at the African Op. 67 by Dimitri Shostakovich and combat photography and wartime present a special screening and panel American Museum. The film is about Piano Trio in F sharp minor by Arno experiences of the late Phil “Snapdragon” Stern, who is also known for his photography of John F. Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe and James Dean. 148 N. La Brea Ave. (323)934- 2250, faheykleingallery.com. Founded 1946 5150 WILSHIRE BLVD. Bullocks Wilshire SUITE 330 Fans of Los Angeles history are invit- P.O. BOX 36036 ed to an Art Deco Society Vintage LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 Fashion Show and Tour of the (323)933-5518 Bullocks Wilshire building on WWW.BEVERLYPRESS.COM Sunday, June 10, with seatings at 1 Michael Villalpando and 3 p.m. Travel UBLISHER back in time to the P Art Deco era Karen Villalpando when Bullocks EDITOR & PUBLISHER Wilshire was a leading Los Angeles luxury department store. Edwin Folven Enjoy a vintage fashion show with [email protected] models displaying the fashions of the EDITOR period backed by piano accompani- ment. Tickets are $75. 3050 Wilshire Luke Harold Blvd. adsla.org. [email protected] REPORTER Maura Turcotte Mid City West COPY EDITOR Movie Night Jill Weinlein, Tim Posada, Mid City West Community Council pre- Rebecca Villalpando sents a screening of “Moana” on Sunday, June 10 in Hancock Park at the CONTRIBUTING WRITERS La Brea Tar Pits and Museum. Bring a picnic dinner to the family-oriented event celebrating Mid City West Community The Park Labrea News and Beverly Press are Council’s 15 years of serving the com- weekly newspapers, published on Thursdays. Mail subscription is $120 annually. Decreed newspa- munity. Coffee, water, popcorn and pers of general circulation, entitled to publish legal dessert will be provided. 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Five WeHoans object to Stormy Daniels Day      attempt “to stop the false and extor- City Council last year, similarly crit- tionist accusations made by icized the city for honoring a woman Following Stormy Daniels Day in [Daniels] about an affair.” in the sex industry and for not con- West Hollywood on May 23, five LGBT activist Ivy Bottini, 91, sidering actress Rose McGowan, residents criticized the city at questioned why the city didn’t honor who was one of the initial women to Monday’s City Council meeting for actress Rosie Perez instead for her come forward to accuse Hollywood celebrating the adult film actress. efforts offering aid to Puerto Rico mogul Harvey Weinstein of sexual West Hollywood Mayor John after Hurricane Maria hit in assault and harassment. Duran and Mayor Pro Tempore John September 2017, or Andrea “What were we thinking?” D’Amico bestowed Daniels, whose Constand, who was assaulted by Bill Goodwin stated. “It really was real name is Stephanie Clifford, with Cosby and involved in a legal case embarrassing and a big fail.” a city proclamation and key to the that recently convicted the actor. Council members John Heilman, city outside the adult entertainment “[Daniels] may be a nice person, Lauren Meister and Lindsey store Chi Chi LaRue’s. According to but she is doing extortion,” Bottini Horvath did not attend Daniel’s cer- a news release from the city, the said. “It’s extortion. I mean the pres- emony last month. photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood actress was being honored for her ident – not that I like Trump, don’t “Personally, I didn’t feel that she “leadership” in the resistance to get me wrong, I’m clearing it up deserved a key to the city,” Meister Mayor John Duran (left) gave Stormy Daniels the key to the city on May President Donald Trump. right now – but they’re both wrong.” said at the meeting. “I also don’t see 23, but a group of residents at the June 4 council meeting didn’t think it “In these politically tumultuous Steve Martin, a former West her as the face of the resistance, but was appropriate. times, Daniels has proven herself to Hollywood councilman, said the I also don’t think that it was the end be a profile in courage by speaking city’s celebration of the adult film of the world. I think that there were absence. issue with it,” Duran claimed. truth to power, even under threats to actress was “truly an embarrass- a lot of mixed opinions on whether it Daniels was in West Hollywood The mayor said Daniels and her her safety and extreme intimida- ment.” was a good thing or not and I think to promote her new line of T-shirts. attorney, Michael Avenatti, are tion,” read the city’s statement. “I have been approached by so that we should move on.” Duran said the criticism from resi- “turning on the light to the problems Daniels alleges she and President many people who have expressed After the meeting, Heilman said dents at the meeting was “local pol- with Trump.” Donald Trump had an affair in 2006, anger, bafflement, confusion as to he didn’t appear at Stormy Daniels itics,” noting that several of the resi- “Whether she arrived in the role and he has been trying to silence her how Stormy Daniels is a hero to the Day “because I didn’t think it was a dents who came forward were as a porn star or as a seamstress, since, including with threats of vio- left. What has she done for us? You good idea.” He did not respond to a “failed city council candidates with would it matter?” Duran said. lence and a payment of $130,000 know, she had sex with Trump request to elaborate. political agendas.” “Stormy Daniels is being brave and given to her by Trump attorney before he was president, he paid her Horvath did not respond to multi- “I could give the key to the city to courageous in the face of public Michael Cohen for a nondisclosure $130,000 – which I’ll remind is ple requests for comment about her the pope and they would have an ridicule.” agreement. Trump initially denied twice what most working people, knowledge of the payment, but after working families make in a year – his attorney Rudy Giuliani, the for- and then after he gets elected presi- mer New York City mayor, stated on dent, she wants more money,” television that Trump had repaid Martin said. “That’s her business. Cohen for the $130,000, the presi- We should not be involved in this dent finally acknowledged the sum. tawdry, sordid episode of our coun- Trump stated, however, that the try’s history.” agreement was nothing more than an Amanda Goodwin, who ran for

Plan to improve foster care placementsIn a vote welcomed by passes families result statein hardship Senatefor children who statewide, California Senators today are recovering from abuse and approved a plan to fix unintended neglect,” Mitchell said. delays and financial hardships in a Fixing the RFA program will put new statewide program for placing California on track, improving the individuals with foster caregivers. lives of foster youth and families, “This bill is an important step Mitchell said. toward fulfilling the intent of RFA SB 1083 now moves to the by supporting families and making Assembly; an initial hearing date has sure that unintentional delays do not not yet been set. 4 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Fire destroys vacant strip nPolice search for stolen vehicle in Wilshire Division Theft illustrates mall in east Hollywood danger of leaving spare keys in car   

Police are seeking a male suspect who was seen on security cameras stealing a vehicle from a parking garage on May 21 in the 300 block of South Cloverdale Avenue. The suspect entered the apart- ment building garage by an unknown means and began check- ing vehicles for unlocked doors. photo courtesy of the LAPD After coming across an unlocked The suspect who stole a Mazda from an apartment building garage in SUV, the suspect entered and the Miracle Mile was able to gain access because he found the keys in photo by Edwin Folven searched for valuables. Inside were another vehicle that was left unlocked. A fire on June 3 in the remnants of a two-story strip mall in east keys to a Mazda CX5 parked in a Hollywood that had previously been damaged by a 2017 blaze reduced nearby space. The suspect used the structure to rubble. those keys to unlock the Mazda and my garage.’ It happens particularly number 7JES016. The suspect was Firefighters were called to the vacant building at the southwest corner steal the vehicle. frequently in apartment buildings,” black, approximately 20 to 30 of Fountain and Vermont avenues at approximately 4:40 a.m. and found “If the first car had been locked, he said. years old, 5 feet 8 inches tall and flames threatening to spread to an occupied apartment building next this guy would have probably kept Detectives hope someone with 200 pounds, with a mustache and door. The fire was classified as a major emergency, a categorization the moving. But once he was inside, it information about the theft will goatee. fire department uses to bring in resources from multiple fire stations to was a goldmine,” said Det. Sal notify police by calling (213)922- “Don’t be lulled into a false battle a blaze. Approximately 120 firefighters primarily contained the Loera, coordinator of the Wilshire 8205. The stolen vehicle is a 2105 sense of security,” Hopkins said. flames to the vacant strip mall, with some damage to the exterior of eight Division Auto Burglary Unit. “He Mazda CX5 with the license plate “You really can’t be too careful.” units in an apartment building next door. The fire was extinguished by didn’t even really have to look too 5:52 a.m. and the cause remained under investigation as of Wednesday. hard. He just moved to the next car, No residents of the apartment building next door were injured, but 15 opened it up and vanished.” people were displaced and the American Red Cross assisted them with Wilshire Division auto burglary finding temporary housing. One firefighter sustained a hip injury, was Det. Brent Hopkins said people LAPD Hollywood Division hospitalized in good condition and is recovering. The amount of loss and often leave the keys to a second car damage was not available. inside their primary vehicle, but it A fire previously erupted on March 12, 2017, in a café and hookah is asking for trouble. Coupled with hosts ‘Coffee With a Cop’ lounge on the second floor of the strip mall. Investigators at that time did leaving a vehicle’s doors unlocked, Join officers from the Los Sunset Blvd. not believe foul play was involved. it is a recipe for auto theft. Angeles Police Department’s Community members can speak The strip mall closed permanently after the blaze. The damaged build- “I understand why people do Hollywood Division with officer about concerns and ing was fenced but a portion of the structure remained until the latest that, but almost every person I’ve for “Coffee With a Cop” on crime issue affecting the blaze. On Monday, charred building materials remained at the site, but interviewed after a theft says the Tuesday, June 12, from 1 to 2 p.m. Hollywood area. For information, there was no other evidence that a two-story structure was once present. same thing, ‘I thought I was safe in at Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, 6255 call (213)972-2971. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 June 7, 2018 6 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Attorney’s Office to address issues the encampment daily to monitor involving homeless individuals in activity and the Los Angeles Vacant houses cause new concerns to Melrose district the neighborhood. He said the Bureau of Sanitation is planning    cite people when they find them file a trespass arrest authorization neighborhood watch is creating a another cleanup at the encampment inside, but trespassing is a misde- form with the police department. list of vacant properties in the today. Residents of the Melrose district meanor and officers have few tools Vacant buildings must also be Melrose district to determine the Nichols said there is an obvious are concerned about vacant houses to create a long-term solution. secured and boarded up with no extent of the problem and where to connection between the encamp- that many claim are becoming mag- Wecker said the scope of what trespassing signs installed, which request more police resources. ment and the issues in the surround- nets for homeless individuals who police can do is limited. Because the provides a warning to people who Wecker added that transients ing neighborhood. In addition to illegally go inside and engage in houses are vacant and there is no are planning to go inside. breaking into vacant houses is a trespassing, concerns include criminal activity. furniture or belongings inside, If the owner fails to comply with continual problem and police take thefts, drug usage, urinating and One such house at 836 N. under the law, individuals who securing the residence, then the Los the issue very seriously. She said defecating in public, lewd behavior Poinsettia Place that has been break-in cannot be arrested for bur- Angeles Department of Building some homeless individuals who and prostitution. vacant for months has become a glary, which is a felony that would and Safety is the enforcement break into vacant houses may be “There is so much hyper-focus focal point for neighborhood frus- result in them going to jail for an agency, and fines and penalties can coming from an encampment on on this encampment but these trations. A fire erupted in the resi- extended period of time. The only be levied against a property owner. Poinsettia Place north of [vacant houses] are like mini- dence at approximately 1:40 a.m. on other option when officers find The property on Poinsettia Place Willoughby Avenue, but each situa- encampments,” Nichols said. “We June 6 and some neighbors believe someone inside is to issue a citation was secured, so it is unclear tion is different. The city is current- are incredibly frustrated; it goes on it was caused by transients. Los for misdemeanor trespassing and to whether the owner could be held ly working to alleviate issues creat- and on and on. People are really Angeles Fire Department spokes- warn the individual not to return. responsible. ed by the encampment and has afraid.” woman Margaret Stewart said the Under the law, officers must wit- Nichols said he is working with directed more outreach teams to the Calls to Councilman Paul fire is under investigation and the ness someone inside to cite them Wecker and the Los Angeles City site. Police have been stopping by Koretz’s office were not returned. cause has not been determined. The for a misdemeanor. If someone blaze has sparked new concerns calls police and the individual has about the property and renewed already left the premises by the calls for action. time officers arrive, police can only “The neighbors think it’s arson,” take the individual into custody or said Peter Nichols, founder of the issue a citation if the person who Melrose Action Neighborhood called police makes a citizen’s Watch. “An anonymous neighbor arrest. Most people decline to do says she saw a group of transients that, she added. running out of there.” Wecker said issuing a citation is Nichols said transients trespass- an important first step, however, ing in vacant houses has long been a because if an individual fails to problem, but it is becoming more of appear in court, a warrant is issued a concern recently as developers and the next time officers encounter purchase houses with the intention them, an arrest can be made. But of tearing them down and rebuild- sometimes that is also problematic, ing, but the homes remain vacant or because misdemeanor trespassing boarded up during the planning and is considered such a minor crime permitting process. The burned res- that the individuals are generally idence was fenced, had windows released from jail shortly after boarded up and no trespassing signs being booked. posted, but that has done little to “I go by these problem locations prevent people from going inside, and arrest them so they get the idea Nichols said. we are not messing around,” Senior Lead Officer Inga Wecker, Wecker said. “But word of mouth of the LAPD’s Wilshire Division, gets around quickly and more peo- said she is aware of the property and ple typically show up. It’s so frus- the problems associated with it, and trating.” frequently stops by to look for tres- Police must also have the passers. Wecker said she knows of owner’s authorization to cite some- eight to 10 similar vacant houses in one for entering a vacant building, the Melrose district. Police arrest or which means property owners must Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 June 7, 2018 8 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

District, said. “I thank Chief Beck Office of Operations, he has been for his more than 40 years of service the driving force for positive change in the department and his coura- in the Los Angeles Police    Moore gets nod to become next LAPD chief geous and thoughtful leadership Department and he has the full faith a pool of more than 30 candidates, which made our city safer. I look and trust of the rank and file. I have many from the LAPD. forward to working with Assistant known him for many years and I Los Angeles Police Department “I am deeply humbled by the Chief Moore on continuing com- think he has a lot of really good First Assistant Chief Michel Moore opportunity to lead the extraordi- munity policing, expanding HOPE ideas about improving the force has been selected by Mayor Eric nary men and women of the Los team outreach for those experienc- including how to reduce officer Garcetti as the department’s next Angeles Police Department and to ing homelessness and protecting related shootings with better de- chief of police. serve the people of this city as its our immigrant communities that escalation practices. I look forward The appointment of Moore, a next chief of police,” Moore said. Chief Beck made department prior- to voting for his appointment when 36-year LAPD veteran, must still “Together, we will do our part to ities.” it comes to council for a vote, as I be vetted by the Los Angeles City keep the momentum going in Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th very much look forward to working Council. He was selected by the reducing crime, enhancing public District, also spoke highly of with him in his new role.” mayor over two other candidates – safety, building the confidence of Moore. If approved by the Los Angeles current Deputy Chief Robert Arcos our communities in this depart- ”I couldn’t be happier at this City Council, Moore will become and San Francisco Police ment and living up to our values of week’s announcement that the the 57th chief of the LAPD. The Department Chief Bill Scott, who compassion, understanding and mayor has chosen Michel Moore as council is expected to make a deci- left the LAPD approximately one trust.” the new chief of police,” Koretz sion prior to Beck’s last day with and a half years ago after serving It is unclear whether there will said. “As assistant chief for the the department on June 27. with the department for nearly be organized opposition to three decades. Moore’s selection. Melina LAPD First Assistant Chief “Mike Moore is the right leader Abdullah, professor and chair of Michel Moore at the right time to accelerate our Pan-African Studies at California progress in bringing crime down, State University, Los Angeles, and deepening trust between officers a leader in the Los Angeles-area the Los Angeles Police Department. and our communities, and improv- Black Lives Matter Movement, I look forward to confirming his ing working conditions for our tweeted that Moore is part of the appointment and working closely rank-and-file,” Garcetti said. “His “leadership” that has “made the with him to make our neighbor- experience, strong character and LAPD the most murderous police hoods safer in the 13th District,” commitment to the demands of department in the nation.” Councilman Mitch O’Farrell said. 21st century policing will serve the Moore, who is of Basque descent “His decades of experience within people of our city well. His leader- but is listed on LAPD rosters as the LAPD will serve him well. He ship will strengthen a department Latino, was selected over Arcos, has a comprehensive understanding that’s considered a North Star for who is Latino, and Scott, who is of issues related to crime and com- law enforcement worldwide.” black. Moore, whose first name is munity relations, combined with a Moore, 57, is known as a con- spelled Michel but pronounced vision for the future of the depart- summate professional with an Michael, rose through the ranks of ment. I am confident in his ability to affinity for statistical analysis, police officer, detective, sergeant, lead the women and men in uni- Garcetti said. Current LAPD Chief lieutenant, captain, commander and form while employing a data-based Charlie Beck is retiring on June 27, deputy chief before becoming assis- strategy of reducing crime across his 65th birthday. tant chief to Beck. He has overseen our city.” Moore was one of three finalists operations in the Rampart Division, “After a number of hearings and for chief of police in 2009 when as well the and community meetings with the Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa select- West Los Angeles. Moore has also Board of Police Commissioners, ed Beck. The other finalist, Jim been involved with LAPD opera- and having spoken personally with McDonnell, later became chief of tions regarding counter-terrorism, all three candidates for the post, I the Long Beach Police Department use of force, personnel, training and am confident Michel Moore will and was elected Los Angeles management. He currently oversees lead the 9,000 officers of the Los County sheriff in 2014. the department’s Office of Angeles Police Department to the The three finalists for chief in Operations. benefit and safety of all our Los 2018 had been selected by the Los “I congratulate Michel Moore on Angeles communities,” Angeles Police Commission from being selected as the next chief of Councilman David Ryu, 4th

Brown appoints two judges to court of appeals Gov. Jerry Brown has announced the appointment of Judge Gail Ruderman Feuer as associate justice for Division Seven of the Second District Court of Appeal, and Judge Allison M. Danner as associate jus- tice of the Sixth District Court of Appeal. Feuer, 58, of Los Angeles, has served as a judge at the Los Angeles County Superior Court since 2005. She was a senior attorney at the Natural Resources Defense Council from 1993 to 2005 and served as a deputy attorney general at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General, from 1987 to 1993. Feuer, who is married to Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer, fills a vacancy created by the retire- ment of Justice Norvell F. Woods. Danner, 47, of Palo Alto, has served as a judge at the Santa Clara County Superior Court since 2012. She formerly served as an assistant U.S. attorney in the Northern District of California from 2007 to 2012, and as an attorney-adviser in the Office of Legal Counsel at the U.S. Department of Justice from 2009 to 2010. Danner fills a vacancy created by the elevation of Justice Mary J. Greenwood to presiding justice of the Sixth District Court of Appeal. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 June 7, 2018

Homeless    countRidley-Thomas results said in show a state- Other slight positive signs drop included an ment. “We should use this momen- 18 percent decrease in veteran For the first time in four years, tum to accelerate our efforts to homelessness throughout the coun- homelessness in the county of Los address what I consider to be the ty, from 4,792 to 3,910; a 43 per- Angeles has decreased, according civic and moral crisis of our time, cent increase in youth housing to homeless count results released to scale up our compassion and placement; and a 16 percent last week. innovation. These numbers are a decrease in chronic homelessness. “It’s encouraging, and indicates call to action to every resident of But a report by the Homeless new resources voters approved are Los Angeles County to join in the Services Authority also noted that already having an impact,” Peter fight to end homelessness.” the driving forces behind home- Lynn, executive director of the Los There was also a 5 percent lessness, such as the lack of afford- Angeles Homeless Services decrease in homelessness in the able housing and stagnant Authority, said in a statement. “We city of Los Angeles, with the num- incomes, are still present. The housed more than 16,500 people, ber dropping to 31,516. homeless count showed an the most our region has ever “The numbers from this year’s increase of newly homeless indi- photo by Edwin Folven achieved. As the funds and pro- Homeless Count show real viduals, from 8,044 last year to While the number of homeless people decreased in the most recent grams from Measures H and progress, even as we face the real 9,322 in 2018. count, officials remain committed to finding solutions to homelessness. Proposition HHH begin to reach challenges of tomorrow,” Mayor Three out of four homeless indi- more people and create more hous- Eric Garcetti said in a statement. viduals are unsheltered, according ing, we will continue building on “Because for the first time in nine to the report. decrease in homelessness, drop- in tents and in vehicles. Those num- this momentum.” years, we finally have some good Critics of this year’s homeless ping from 3,322 in 2017 to 3,004 bers rose, and those people are the From 2014-17, the number of news. Just a few years ago, our count results point to the ubiqui- this year, the third-highest total ones we see in our neighborhoods. homeless individuals grew from approach to homelessness was tous tent encampments, makeshift among L.A.’s 15 council districts. This year’s challenge is to help 38,089 to 55,048. This year’s total dysfunctional – with too many shelters and other signs of home- “We shouldn’t be satisfied,” them get into shelters and homes, of 53,195 marks a 3 percent government agencies that didn’t lessness, questioning whether O’Farrell said. “We shouldn’t be and to deal more effectively with decrease. see themselves as a single team. there’s been significant progress or satisfied if there’s a 20 percent the criminal element hiding in their “A 3 percent reduction in the But today, everyone is in, and we promise for a downward trend in decrease, or a 25 percent midst.” homeless count means we are on are pressing relentlessly forward years to come. decrease.” Councilman David Ryu’s 4th the right track, but this is no time to until every Angeleno has a safe “What makes this count not He added that the persisting signs District experienced a 3 percent rest,” county Supervisor Mark place to sleep at night.” credible is what we see with our of homelessness “just underscores decrease in its homeless population eyes every single day,” Michael how much work we have to do.” over the last year (781 to 754), the Weinstein, president of AIDS In Paul Koretz’s 5th Council third lowest of L.A’s council dis- Healthcare Foundation, said during District, the count showed a 26 per- tricts. a conference call last week. cent drop in homelessness, from “I am heartened to see a decrease Shelters will open faster The foundation recently 1,201 to 894. in homelessness both in Council launched its own plan to alleviate “While we can't declare victory District 4 and the city at large, but it homelessness, converting a former after just one year of very modest is not enough,” Ryu said. “If any- under mayor’s directive 27-room Sunset 8 motel on Sunset improvement in our effort to com- thing, these numbers should be a Mayor Eric Garcetti on May 30 districts. To access the funds, each Boulevard in Hollywood into bat homelessness, I still find it call to action to continue the work implemented a critical tool for build- council member must identify a site housing for the homeless. encouraging that we're beginning to of building the housing and ser- ing “A Bridge Home” for homeless or building adjacent to a high-densi- In Los Angeles City Councilman see progress,” Koretz said. “Now vices we need to serve the tens of individuals by signing an executive ty homeless population and establish Mitch O’Farrell’s 13th District, the we need to do more to address the thousands of Angelenos without a directive which will expedite and an emergency shelter. count showed a 10 percent issue of people living on sidewalks, home.” streamline the process for standing Sites for bridge housing shelters up temporary homeless shelters have already been identified on across Los Angeles. Gardner Street in the 4th District, Executive Directive 24 requires and on Schrader Boulevard in the city departments to fast-track tempo- 13th District. rary shelter projects from application In the months leading up to the to construction, allowing those that opening of these new shelters, the meet legal and environmental stan- county will direct outreach, mental dards to open their doors in as little health and addiction support services as 32 weeks. The city will guide the to encampments in participating dis- projects from start to finish. tricts to prepare homeless Angelenos “No amount of red tape should to move indoors. After the new shel- stand in the way of our fight to end ters open, department sanitation homelessness,” Garcetti said. “We teams will work to restore spaces have to use the unprecedented that were previously encampment resources, partnerships and political sites. The temporary emergency will to bring our unsheltered neigh- housing is expected to be in place for bors off the streets.” three years, enough time for the city On April 17, the city declared a to build supportive housing. shelter crisis, making Los Angeles Garcetti’s executive directive the first city in California to take requires general managers and advantage of a new state law allow- department heads to designate a tem- ing local governments to build porary emergency homeless shelter homeless shelters on any land owned project manager, who will be or leased by the city, and to adopt responsible for prioritizing shelter alternative public health and safety projects over all other projects. The standards in order to stand up shel- entire site evaluation process must ters quickly. be completed within 21 days so that During his annual State of the City construction can begin as quickly as address in April, Garcetti unveiled possible. The site plan and design for “A Bridge Home,” the latest step in each new project must be completed his plan to end street homelessness within 30 days of the City Council over the next decade. The plan authorizing funding. All plan checks includes a $20 million Crisis and must be completed within 7 days. Bridge Housing Fund in the fiscal On-site construction for the tempo- year 2018-19 budget that is available rary emergency shelters must be for use in all 15 of the City Council completed within 90 days.

Bill to guard electrical grid approved State Sen. Bob Hertzberg (D-Van recommendations when it updates Nuys) has announced that SB 1076, the State Emergency Plan. The rec- a bill he authored to better prepare ommendations are to address disas- California for disasters, has been ters such as earthquakes, as well as approved and is now headed to the solar storms and other events that state Assembly. could cause disruptions. California is dependent on elec- The federal government’s lack of tricity for essential functions and a preparedness has created the need long-term electrical outage could for the state’s electric utilities to be have a devastating effect, Hertzberg prepared because long periods with- said. SB 1076 requires the out electricity in California would California Office of Emergency result in billions of dollars lost in Services to include preparedness economic activity, Hertzberg added. 10 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Community partnership CouncilThe Los Angeles approves City Council on theme ban park andon the tourstream of bustour impounded. loudspeakers The ordinance was June 5 approved an ordinance pro- buses with loudspeakers created a made possible by a change to state hibiting the use of loudspeakers or constant din in otherwise quiet law signed by Gov. Jerry Brown last promotes safety any other sound amplifying equip- neighborhoods,” Ryu said. “There September that allows municipali- ment on unenclosed tour buses. is no need for tour bus operators to ties to regulate tour bus operators. The ordinance began as a motion use loudspeakers over headphones, That law, AB 25, was introduced by introduced last September by and the ordinance approved is a rea- Assemblyman Adrin Nazarian. Councilman David Ryu, 4th sonable, common-sense compro- “I am proud to have passed the District. It requires all unenclosed mise that allows the tour bus indus- Modified Tour Buses Act, which commercial tour buses and tour try to conduct business and pre- provided Councilmember Ryu the buses that have had their roofs par- serves residents’ quality of life.” tools needed to silence disruptive tially or completely removed to use Tour bus operators who violate loud speakers on tour buses,” headphones for passengers instead the ordinance, which will likely go Nazarian said. “This is a great step of loudspeakers and amplifiers. into effect in four to six weeks, can towards protecting and enhancing “The Hollywood Hills are not a be fined and have their vehicles our quality of life.”

photo courtesy of Stefani Poretz Community members came together with city officials and officers Metro offers updates on Purple Line subway work from the LAPD’s West Traffic Division on May 31 at Jewish Family The Los Angeles Metropolitan make space for a launch box to sup- Excavation, hauling and utility Service of Los Angeles’ annual Senior Health Fair at the Pan Pacific Transportation Authority is provid- port tunnel boring machines. The work is occurring at Wilshire/La Senior Center. The officers participated to raise awareness about traf- ing updates on Purple Line work involves piling, decking and Cienega and jet grouting is occur- fic safety. Stefani Poretz, a former Mid City West Community Council Extension subway construction to excavation near Constellation ring near Wilshire/La Jolla. member and a local resident referred to by many as the “Mayor of keep residents and motorists Boulevard at Century Park East. By Near Wilshire Boulevard and Alfred Street” for her advocacy on traffic safety, helped arrange for the informed about work occurring June 15, the design-builder expects Fairfax Avenue, excavation and officers to attend the fair. She was joined by Officer David Manning along Wilshire Boulevard. to have a work zone with protective hauling are ongoing. Concrete (left), Councilman David Ryu and Officer Jimmy Martinez. Poretz At the western end of Phase 2 of concrete barriers, fencing and sound work, rebar steel deliveries and said she plans to continue building partnerships with the LAPD to pro- the project in Century City, the blankets in place around the launch underground support is also occur- mote safety and hopes to get more local organizations involved. design-builder, Tutor-Perini/O&G, box area. ring near Wilshire Boulevard and is removing trees, streetlights and Work is also ongoing near the end La Brea Avenue. abandoned oil lines on the south of Phase 1 of the project at Wilshire side of Constellation Boulevard to and San Vicente boulevards. Partial closures planned on Selma

AvenueThe city of Los for Angeles street and its improvementsnorth side of the street. Selma Historical society’s annual dinner contractor, Comet Electric, are Avenue from Las Palmas Avenue to starting work on a “Safe Routes to Schrader Boulevard will only be Schools” pedestrian safety project open for one-way eastbound traffic. toThe focus Windsor Square-Hancock on ‘Savingnot normally CBS’ open to the public. on Selma Avenue. During the second phase of work Park Historical Society is holding The A.F. Gilmore Company owns Work will begin on Monday, (approximately five weeks), con- its 42nd annual dinner meeting on the Original Farmers Market and June 11, and will last until approxi- struction will take place on the Sunday, June 24, from 3 to 6 p.m. the adobe, which has been con- mately Tuesday, Aug. 14. south side of the street, and Selma at the Historic Gilmore Adobe. verted into administrative offices. Improvements include upgraded Avenue from Las Palmas Avenue to Speaker Adrian Scott Fine, The adobe was built in 1852 and curb ramps, sidewalks, sidewalk Schrader Boulevard will only be director of advocacy for the Los has been part of the Gilmore fam- extensions, curbs and gutters. open for one-way westbound traf- Angeles Conservancy, will dis- ily since 1880. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. fic. cuss “Saving CBS.” The conser- Additionally, Richard Battalgia The works is part of an improve- All driveways on Selma Avenue vancy has spearheaded designat- will be installed as the society’s ment project near Selma Avenue will be accessible during construc- ing CBS Television City as a cul- president at the dinner, which also Elementary School and Hollywood tion and safety signage and person- tural-historic monument and the includes a presentation of the High School. nel will be in place during construc- Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Historic Landmark award. Other During the first phase of work tion. For information, call Louis Commission voted in May to rec- officers joining Battalgia will be (approximately five weeks), con- Perez at (818)262-9881, or email ommend the designation, which is Damona Hoffman, Myrna Gintel, struction will take place on the [email protected]. pending City Council approval. Carol Wertheim and Fluff Last year, media reports surfaced McLean. about CBS considering selling the Dinner will be served following property. the speaker’s presentation. The meeting also includes a Tickets are $45 for members; $60 FarmersThe Original Farmers Market Market, hostsand small bloodcups of tea. Donorsdrive can rare opportunity to tour the for non-members. For reserva- corner of Third and Fairfax, is also enter a drawing for a chance to Historic Gilmore Adobe, which is tions, visit wshphs.org. observing World Blood Donor Day win a $75 Farmers Market gift cer- on Thursday, June 14, in partner- tificate. ship with Cedars-Sinai Medical “We are delighted to once again AAA InterConnect Center. support such an important cause,” The medical center’s bloodmo- said Ilysha Buss, Farmers Market Home Care bile will be parked on Gilmore Lane marketing director. “Blood invento- from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., providing ry is low across the country, includ- Licensed, Insured, Bonded Home Care Agency educational services and accepting ing here in Los Angeles. We’re part- blood donations. Participants can nering with Cedars-Sinai to build since 1993 receive a “mini physical” which local supply. We look forward to includes blood pressure and hemat- many of our caring Market visitors Experienced, screened, ocrit iron testing. participating in the many health Additionally, some market mer- activities being offered.” carefully selected chants will reward donors. The Original Farmers Market is Live In -Out CNA, Bennett’s Ice Cream will provide a located at 6333 W. Third St. For free kid-sized scoop, and Kiehl’s information, visit farmersmarket- Caregivers, Companions will distribute free skincare samples la.com. in your home

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Bill amending ‘gravely disabled’ Beverly Hills hosts Stop the Bleed training The city of Beverly Hills’ first definition advances Stop the Bleed training program The State Assembly passed attention. It’s time for California took place June 2 from 9 a.m. to Assembly Bill 1971, legislation to join 37 other states who consid- noon at the Beverly Hills Fire which amends the state’s defini- er medical treatment a basic Department Headquarters, 445 N. tion of “gravely disabled” to human need for those suffering Rexford Drive. The training taught include medical treatment as a from a serious mental illness. I am simple, life-saving skills for an basic human need for those suffer- pleased that the Legislature is emergency such as a car accident, ing from a serious mental illness, moving forward on this vital earthquake, shooting or terrorist just as necessary to wellbeing as effort, and I commend the authors attack. food, clothing or shelter. of this legislation.” Through a hands-on experience AB 1971 is sponsored by Los “It is inhumane to be a in a simulated setting, community Angeles County, the Steinberg bystander when we have the members learned and practiced Institute and the California power to do something to save life-saving, bleeding-control tech- Psychiatric Association. The bill lives within this vulnerable popu- niques, including placing tourni- passed with bipartisan support by lation,” Santiago said. “We need quets, applying direct pressure and a vote of 66-0. to ensure there is proper medical packing wounds. The proposal for the change in care for homeless individuals with In a disaster or emergency situa- state law came by way of a board mental illness who are suffering tion, first responders may not be motion authored by Supervisors on the streets with serious physi- able to attend to all the injured vic- Kathryn Barger and Mark Ridley- cal ailments.” tims immediately. Acting quickly Thomas. Through collaboration, “Acknowledging that signs of is crucial, because bleeding vic- AB 1971 was jointly authored by physical harm due to self-neglect tims can die within five to 10 min- Assemblymembers Miguel as a result of serious mental condi- utes. Therefore, many lives could photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Santiago (D-Los Angeles), Laura tions are a rational and objective be saved if more citizens are famil- Friedman (D-Glendale) and means for detecting grave disabil- iar with techniques that can stop Hills Fire Department, Beverly immediately and provide bleed- (R-Brea). ity,” said Jonathan Sherin, director excessive bleeding and stabilize a Hills CPR and Cedars-Sinai ing-control aid before emergency “More than 830 homeless peo- of the Los Angeles County patient until help arrives. Medical Center. Stop the Bleed is responders arrive on the scene. ple died on the streets of L.A. Department of Mental Health. The training was a joint presen- a national initiative that prepares For information, visit beverly- County last year,” Barger said. AB 1971 now moves to the tation from the city of Beverly community members to respond hills.org. “Many of these deaths were pre- , where it ventable with proper medical will await a committee hearing.

Dept. of Animal Care and Control wins NACo award The county of Los Angeles program, kittens that can eat with- Department of Animal Care and out assistance but are still too Control has received a 2018 young for adoption are placed into Achievement Award from the foster homes where they are raised National Association of Counties. until they are old enough for place- NACo recognized DACC in the ment. category for Community and DACC is grateful for the Economic Development in ASPCA and all their efforts in response to the DACC submittal making the Pee Wee program suc- for the program titled “Pee Wee cessful. As a result, DACC has Kitten Program.” expanded the program to the The program has saved more Downey Animal Care Center. than 1,400 kittens since its incep- NACo’s annual Achievement tion in April 2017 and shows great Award Program is designed to promise for replication at other acknowledge innovative county animal care centers. In the Pee Wee government programs. SHOW YOUR PRIDE!

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Sunset Trip trolley debuts in West Hollywood Take a trip on the Strip with the The Sunset Trip’s bold black boulevards, and Santa Monica city of West Hollywood’s trolleys, marked by a giant circular Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. new Sunset Trip free trolley ser- “T” and accented with an acoustic- Visit wehosunsettrip.com for a vice, which debuted last weekend wave color-splash, will operate on route map and more details as they and will begin serving residents Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. become available. and visitors. to 3 a.m. For information about The The city of West Hollywood The new trolley service follows PickUp, visit wehopickup.com. hosted a launch celebration for the the success of The PickUp, with its Sunset Trip on Saturday, June 2, bright yellow trolleys, which trav- photo courtesy of the city of West from 6-8 p.m. at the nightclub els along Santa Monica Boulevard Hollywood 1OAK, located at 9039 W. Sunset between Robertson Boulevard and Blvd. La Brea Avenue on Fridays and The Sunset Trip will take rid- The Sunset Trip will be a conve- Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. ers along the Sunset Strip, nient hop-on/hop-off trolley for and on Sundays from 2-10 p.m. also stopping at points of getting around Sunset Strip venues Riders of the Sunset Trip and interest on Melrose Avenue, and connecting to hot spots on The PickUp will be able to connect Santa Monica Boulevard Melrose Avenue, Santa Monica trolley services at two stops during and other West Hollywood Boulevard and other West concurrent operating hours at locations. Hollywood locations. Santa Monica and San Vicente

L.A. controller calls for code enforcement upgrades L.A. Controller Ron Galperin released an audit of the Systematic Code Enforcement Program, which inspects the city’s residen- tial rental units to verify compli- ance with state and local health, safety and building codes. The controller’s audit includes recommendations to streamline the program and to improve compli- ance so that all rental units within Los Angeles are safe and habit- able. “The health and safety of people who reside in L.A. needs to be of paramount importance,” Galperin said. “Our city has over time improved its code enforcement programs. But there is more we can and should be doing to respond quickly to complaints, to ensure the absolute accuracy of inspec- tions and to modernize how we do it.” “We’re extremely supportive of SCEP and of L.A. Controller Ron Galperin for pinpointing where we need to better focus our resources to ensure these are truly successful programs.” said Larry Gross, exec- utive director of the Coalition for Economic Survival. Created in 1998 to provide rou- tine inspections of residential buildings with two or more rental units, SCEP inspections aim to curtail and remedy substandard conditions. More than 96,000 properties and more than 740,000 rental units are subject to SCEP, which is conduct- ed by the Los Angeles Housing and Community Investment Department. To improve SCEP’s fiscal processes, effectiveness and com- plaint response times, the con- troller’s audit recommends that HCID respond more quickly to complaints to address response times that have lagged. HCID’s ability to respond to complaints within its goal of 72 hours fell from 89 percent in 2011 to 70 percent in 2017. Another recommendation is to update HCID’s list of properties subject to SCEP to ensure inspec- tions and billing are accurate. Currently, certain properties are erroneously inspected while others are incorrectly billed due to erro- neous information. For the complete list of recom- mendations, and to read the audit, visit lacontroller.org/SCEP. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 June 7, 2018

‘Month of Big Sundays’ ends with food distribution n ple in need. It began as a single aged people of all ages to get Beverly Hills eighth weekend of community service involved. graders volunteer each May, but in 2016 transformed Big Sunday’s website has a list of into a “Month of Big Sundays” volunteer opportunities, including a    with the food drive as one of the special summer list. Programs signature events. Big Sunday is include supporting veterans through Approximately 30 volunteers now a nonprofit organization that the Salvation Army, serving as camp worked feverishly on May 31 to hosts philanthropic programs year- counselors for the Children’s prepare canned and boxed food for round, with hundreds of opportuni- Lifesaving Foundation, sorting food distribution to organizations serv- ties for volunteerism. for the Los Angeles Regional Food ing people in need during the cul- The organization holds another Bank, aiding seniors at the Westside mination of Big Sunday’s “Month major food drive each year before Senior Health and Wellness Fair, of Big Sundays” campaign. Thanksgiving, so tens of thousands and supporting cyclists at Bike Approximately 10,000 cans and of people throughout Los Angeles Multiple Sclerosis Los Angeles. photo by Edwin Folven boxes of food were donated to Big can enjoy a holiday meal. Hundreds “There are hundreds of ways to Antonio Michael (left), Victoria Minchio, Matthew Hamilton and Franklin Sunday during its month-long food of volunteers sort the food for distri- help,” Levinson added. “So much of Castillo, eighth graders at Good Shepherd Catholic School in Beverly drive to address hunger in Los bution on the day before what we do helps people in the Hills, helped prepare food for distribution on May 31 during an event at Angeles. The food was donated by Thanksgiving. Levinson encour- neighborhood.” Big Sunday. private companies and individuals, and collected during drives held by hundreds of organizations support- ing Big Sunday, headquartered at 6111 Melrose Ave. Big Sunday is celebrating its 20th year of helping people in need, and the “Month of Big Sundays” campaign is one of the organization’s biggest annual philanthropic efforts. “If you go to the market, food is getting really expensive and many people can’t afford to buy enough to eat,” said David Levinson, founder and executive director of Big Sunday. “They have less to spend on food, and if we can light- en the load a bit, we are happy to do that.” Volunteers last Thursday includ- ed a group of eighth grade students from Good Shepherd Catholic School in Beverly Hills. Teacher Lisa Widmann brought the students to Big Sunday as part of a commu- nity service requirement before graduation. It was the second year the school participated. “It’s important for them to get out in the community. I like them to get involved,” Widmann said. “It’s important that they be part of something that helps others. We are happy to be a part of their pro- gram.” The food was provided to dozens of social service organizations that distribute it to families, seniors, veterans, homeless individuals and others. Beneficiaries in the Hollywood area include Covenant House, Ronald McDonald House and Home-Safe Child Care, Levinson said. Big Sunday was founded 20 years ago by Levinson, a member of Temple Israel Hollywood, who was looking for a way to help peo-

Playboy Jazz Fest to open at Hollywood Bowl The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association presents the 40th annu- al Playboy Jazz Festival on June 9- 10 at the Hollywood Bowl. It is the LA Phil’s fifth year pre- senting the event, and the festival will feature a first-rate slate of emerging jazz artists as well as renowned superstars of the genre. Performers scheduled to appear include the legendary Charles Lloyd & the Marvels with Lucinda Williams featuring Julian Lage, Reuben Rogers, Eric Harland and Greg Leisz; The Ramsey Lewis Quartet; Lee Ritenour and Dave Grusin; and many others. George Lopez will host the festival. The Hollywood Bowl is located at 2301 N. Highland Ave. For infor- mation, visit hollywoodbowl.com. 14 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

West Hollywood and WeHo Arts’ cities across the country. It feels One City One Pride commemora- essential and urgent that we share tion of the tragedy, which has this message of love and inclusive- ‘Considering Matthew Shepard’ remembers become one of the touchstone ness in the midst of these challeng- moments of the American Civil ing cultural times,” Johnson said. gay student through musical performance Rights movement. The Ford Theatres are located at The Ford Theatres presents his death, acclaimed conductor also appointed throughout the “It is an extraordinary privilege 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E. For infor- “Considering Matthew Shepard,” Johnson has created a musical work. and honor to be able to bring this mation and tickets, visit fordthe- on Friday, June 15, and Saturday response to Shepard’s untimely These performances are a part of piece to Los Angeles and to many atres.org or call (323)461-3673. June 16, at 8:30 p.m., in association death that seeks to both celebrate with Chris Isaacson Presents. his life and explore humanity. Led Part of the 2018 season and the on the piano by Johnson, this choral IGNITE @ the FORD! series, drama features the full 30-member “Considering Matthew Shepard” is Conspirare choir, a small instru- performed by the 30-member mental ensemble and projected Grammy Award-winning Conspirare imagery. choir, and composed and conducted Johnson sets a wide range of by its Grammy Award-winning artis- soulful texts by poets including tic director, Craig Hella Johnson. Hildegard of Bingen, Lesléa In October 1998, Matthew Newman, Michael Dennis Browne Shepard, a young gay student at the and Rumi. Passages from University of Wyoming in Laramie Shepard’s personal journal, inter- was kidnapped, severely beaten and views and writings from his par- tied to a fence. Five days later, ents Judy and Dennis Shepard, Shepard died. newspaper reports and additional Approaching the 20-year mark of texts by Johnson and Browne are

photo courtesy of Davidson & Choy Publicity Craig Hella Johnson composed “Considering Matthew Shepard” as a reflection 20 years after the young gay student died. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 June 7, 2018

Museum from the Solomon R. As the senior executive respon- overseeing the restoration of the Guggenheim Museum. In his 18 sible for day-to-day operations in museum completed for the build- Academy Museum appoints new COO years at the Guggenheim, he served the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright ing’s 50th anniversary. Also lead- The Academy Museum of “As a seasoned museum executive, in both managerial and legal roles, building, Connell launched a num- ing the museum’s human Motion Pictures has announced that Brendan will be an invaluable asset most recently as deputy chief oper- ber of initiatives to reimagine the resources team, Connell champi- Brendan Connell Jr. is its new chief to the institution, rounding out our ating officer, where he was respon- visitor experience at the museum, oned diversity at all levels and operating officer. leadership team with his tremen- sible for creating a world-class oversaw the redesign of its securi- focused on quality of life issues for Beginning June 20, Connell’s dous expertise in all areas of muse- experience for the museum’s one ty systems and safety protocols, the museum’s employees, interns duties will include oversight and um operations, from high-level million annual visitors. and served on the leadership team and volunteers. management of operations, admin- strategic planning to real time, on- istration and finance, among other the-ground tactics.” areas. He will also serve as a core “I could not be more excited member of the museum’s leader- about working with Kerry and ship team overseeing the construc- Museum leadership to help make CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD tion of the new facility and is the the vision for this amazing film cen- key strategist in establishing oper- ter a reality and to establish the ating procedures and processes for Academy Museum as a must-visit PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE the museum. destination for movie lovers from “The Academy Museum is around the world,” Connell said. “I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will thrilled to welcome Brendan look forward to building a team hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: Connell to the team at this exciting dedicated to innovations that ener- moment as we approach the 2019 gize the visitor’s experience at this opening,” said Kerry Brougher, extraordinary institution.” LOCATIONS: CITYWIDE, West Hollywood, California director of the Academy Museum. Connell joins the Academy REQUEST: Amendment to Title 19 of the West Hollywood Zoning Ordinance, West Hollywood Municipal Code to provide parking incentives for on-site care share in the City of Exhibition exploring portrayals of West Hollywood.

LGBTQs in Hollywood opens PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits. President and founder of The The Hollywood Museum’s exhi- Hollywood Museum Donelle bition opens to the public on Friday, Dadigan, along with Councilman June 8, to coincide with the annual APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, and Christopher Street West Pride activ- nonprofit Christopher Street West ities. TIME/PLACE Thursday, June 21, 2018 will kick off an annual exhibit that The 2018 exhibit is a salute to the OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. shines the spotlight on the LGBTQ LGBTQ community’s contribu- community in television and film tions to the entertainment industry. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – through the decades on June 7 at The Hollywood Museum’s presen- Council Chambers 6:30 p.m. tation places the exhibit in the his- 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard This year’s event opening the torical context of Hollywood, West Hollywood, CA 90069 “Real to Reel: Portrayals and which is home to a large LGBTQ Perceptions of LGBTQs in entertainment industry population. Hollywood” exhibition will also Exhibit highlights include costumes ZONES: Citywide feature a special recognition for from “Transparent,” “How to Get The Future of Hollywood Award Away with Murder,” “Brokeback ENVIRONMENTAL presented to actress Stephanie Mountain,” “Superstore,” “The STATUS: Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Beatriz and the Legacy Award to Walking Dead,” “Empire” and Tony Award-winning actress Julie more. Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section Newmar. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for §15061 (Review for Exemption). The reception will include Kathy seniors and students with ID, and $5 Kinney, Lee Purcell, Geoffrey for children under the age of 5. Mark, Alison Arngrim, George The Hollywood Museum is Chakiris, Kate Linder, Kevin located at 1660 Highland Ave. For The staff report will be available on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at City Hall, 8300 Spirtas, Carolyn Hennesy, Judy information and tickets, visit the- Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and Tenuta, Steve Wishnoff, Jeremy hollywoodmuseum.com or call on-line at www.weho.org Miller and more. (323)464-7776. IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Bogie s Liquor Commission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

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RESTAURANT NEWS vermouth and lavender. A portion cream sandwich. Little Dom’s pas- of each cocktail sold will support try chef Ann Kirk has created a lim- Ever Bar By Jill Weinlein Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. Jazz ited-time Negroni ice cream sand- ake a peek at a special menu of Nights at Ray’s are back on Friday wich featuring a scoop of Humphry nine cocktails named after evenings with live jazz perfor- Slocombe’s small-batch Campari Tmusical hits of 1919, the year the Campari. Ocean Prime will donate mances at LACMA. Enjoy the ice cream. This specialty dessert is Negroni was born. The pre- Negroni Week $1 from each cocktail to Inspire sounds from the Ray’s patio, or available at the deli counter during Prohibition chart toppers include Artistic Minds, a charity focused on his year’s Negroni Week, dur- lounge at Stark Bar with the perfect the day for $6. Later in the bar area, “I’ll Say She Does” by Al Jolson, providing scholarships and educa- pairing of a Negroni or glass of enjoy the cool treat alongside a “A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody” by ing which bars and restaurants tional experiences to advance the mix classic Negronis and variations Domaine de Cala rosé. 5905 flight of three custom Negronis. John Steel and “That Old T arts in the areas of taste, sight and Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, They include the Negroni blanca, Fashioned Mother of Mine” by for great causes, will be held sound, especially in the food and through June 10. (323)857-6180. smoked Negroni and Negroni master Thomas Criddle. A portion beverage industry. 9595 Wilshire sbagliato with Ramazzotti liqueur, of proceeds from the sales of the Blvd., (310)859-4818. vermouth and sparkling wine. A cocktails will benefit No Kid Little Dom’s portion from each sale of the Hungry. Come in from 6 to 7 p.m. Ocean Prime Negroni confections will benefit the during the nightly “Negroni Hour” he iconic hot spot Little Dom’s Surfrider Foundation. Little Dom’s and sip the specials while listening Beverly Hills Ray’s and Stark Bar is partnering with the Bay Area will give $3 from the ice cream to the jazzy tunes for $9. 1800 t Ocean Prime Beverly Hills. he bartenders at Ray’s and artisanal creamery Humphry T sandwich and $5 from the Negroni Argyle Ave., Los Angeles, Sip a classic OP Negroni made Stark Bar are making a white Slocombe (soon to open in L.A. but flight and sandwich. 2128 Hillhurst (213)279-3534. with The Botanist gin, Carpano lavender Negroni. It’s made with available at Whole Foods and A T Ave., Los Angeles, (323)661-0055. Antica sweet vermouth and Monkey 47 gin, Suze liqueur, blanc Gelson’s) for a cocktail-inspired ice See Restaurant News page 19

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near the corner of Melrose and committed a petty theft in the 1600 burglary in the 5100 block of Robertson at 12:10 a.m. block of Cahuenga. Wilshire at 3 a.m. OLICE LOTTER At 8:08 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a At 6:35 a.m., an unknown suspect P B committed a petty theft in the 1000 vehicle parked in the 5100 block of committed a burglary in the 1700 block of Sweetzer. Wilshire at 7 p.m. block of N. Cherokee. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the An unknown suspect burglarized a At 8:45 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between vehicle parked in the 1000 block of stole a vehicle parked near the petty theft in the 6300 block of May 16 and June 3. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- Orange Grove at 11 p.m. corner of El Cerrito and Hollywood at 8 a.m. ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los Hollywood. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles June 1 At noon, an unknown suspect County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and May 29 committed a burglary in the 5400 the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. block of Melrose. An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 900 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:57 p.m., two unknown male Stanley at 1:48 a.m. vehicle parked in the 300 block of vehicle parked in the 1500 block of Beverly Hills Police suspects committed a burglary in S. Cochran at 1 a.m. N. Argyle at 12:08 p.m. Department the 200 block of S. Beverly Drive. At noon, an unknown suspect The suspect was approximately 5 At 5:15 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 900 An unknown suspect committed a feet 7 inches tall and 160 pounds. block of Havenhurst. committed a burglary in the 1300 May 16 block of N. Orange. burglary in the 800 block of S. Windsor at 3:30 p.m. At noon, an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 1200 grand theft in the 400 block of N. tim in the 7100 block of Santa burglary in the 100 block of N. At 4:55 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Lago Vista Drive. Oakhurst Drive at 9 p.m. Monica at 5:46 p.m. Highland at 8 a.m. committed a petty theft near the corner of Barton and Las Palmas. May 26 At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect May 17 burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 8200 An unknown suspect burglarized a At noon, an unknown suspect 500 block of N. Doheny. At 11:21 a.m., an unknown sus- block of W. Fourth. vehicle parked in the 300 block of pect committed a grand theft in the committed a burglary in the 400 N. Windsor at 10 p.m. block of N. Rodeo Drive. 300 block of N. Rodeo Drive. June 2 An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 600 block of N. At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect committed a May 21 At 3:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Wilcox at 10:30 a.m. pect stole a vehicle parked in the burglary in the 9500 block of assaulted a victim in the 600 block 600 block of Masselin. Brighton Way at 12:42 p.m. At 4:24 a.m., an unknown suspect of N. Robertson. At noon, an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 9600 stole a vehicle parked in the 300 At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect June 1 block of Wilshire. An unknown suspect assaulted a block of N. Sycamore. committed a grand theft in the 200 victim in the 7400 block of Santa At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Moreno Drive. An identity theft was reported in Monica at 7 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 500 the 400 block of N. Rexford Drive grand theft in the 300 block of N. block of Alandele. An unknown suspect committed a at 3:48 p.m. At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- La Cienega at 3 p.m. burglary in the 400 block of N. pect assaulted a victim in the 8900 An unknown suspect burglarized a Maple Drive at 5:30 p.m. At 4 p.m., an unknown male sus- block of Santa Monica. At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked near the corner of pect assaulted a victim in the 400 committed a burglary in the 500 Third and Orange at 2 p.m. At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- block of N. Canon Drive. block of S. Bronson. pect committed a grand theft in the Los Angeles Police At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect 900 block of N. Beverly Drive. An unknown suspect committed a Department An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the grand theft in the 400 block of S. petty theft in the 400 block of S. La 700 block of N. Poinsettia Place. Rodeo Drive at 5 p.m. May 27 May 25 Brea at 4:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 8:36 p.m., an unknown male At 1:10 p.m., an unknown male At 7:30 a.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an attempted vehicle petty theft in the 6100 block of suspect assaulted a victim in the suspect committed a burglary in committed a petty theft near the burglary was reported in the 1500 Sunset at 3 p.m. 100 block of S. Rexford Drive. The the 300 block of N. Maple Drive. corner of Sunset and Vine. block of Vine. suspect was approximately 36 The suspect was approximately 5 At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect years old, 6 feet 3 inches tall and feet 8 inches tall. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a burglarized a vehicle parked in the 280 pounds. grand theft in the 7100 block of vehicle parked in the 7400 block of 700 block of N. Poinsettia Place. An unknown male suspect com- Melrose at 2:20 p.m. Melrose at 8:50 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a mitted a burglary in the 300 block An unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 100 block of of N. Beverly Drive at 4:06 p.m. At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- At 9:05 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 1800 block of Almont Drive at 11 p.m. The suspect was approximately pect burglarized a vehicle parked robbed a victim in the 600 block of Wilcox at 3:45 p.m. 42 years old, 5 feet 11 inches tall in the 400 block of N. La Jolla. S. Fairfax. May 22 and 180 pounds. At 6:10 p.m., an unknown suspect May 26 May 30 committed a petty theft in the 1300 At 11:13 a.m., an identity theft was block of N. La Brea. reported in the 800 block of West Hollywood At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect Cinthia Street. Sheriff’s Station burglarized a vehicle parked near burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a the corner of Cherokee and 1500 block of Vine. burglary in the 800 block of N. An unknown male suspect com- May 28 Selma. Orange at 9 p.m. mitted a grand theft in the 200 An unknown suspect committed a block of N. Crescent Drive at 4 An unknown suspect burglarized a A suspect robbed a victim in the petty theft in the 8200 bloc of June 2 p.m. vehicle parked in the 1400 block of 5900 block of W. Third at 1:10 p.m. Beverly at 6:45 a.m. Laurel at midnight. An unknown suspect assaulted a At noon, an unknown suspect At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect At 3:39 p.m., an unknown suspect victim in the 6200 block of committed a burglary near the cor- At 9:35 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 1700 committed a petty theft in the 6300 Hollywood at 5:40 a.m. ner of North Canon Drive and committed a petty theft in the 1000 block of N. Hudson. block of Wilshire. Elevado. block of Fuller. At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect May 28 An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 700 An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 700 block of N. La block of N. Citrus. burglary in the 400 block of burglary in the 1000 block of At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect Brea at 5 p.m. Camden Drive at 5 p.m. Crescent Heights at 10:16 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 300 An unknown suspect committed a block of N. Stanley. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 6000 block of At 10:15 p.m., two unknown May 29 stole a vehicle parked in the 5500 Hollywood at 10 a.m. female suspects assaulted a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Barton. tim near the corner of Wilshire and At 2:25 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 7700 block of At 11:35 a.m., an unknown sus- North Stanley Drive. One suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the Melrose at 9 a.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- pect committed a petty theft in the was approximately 5 feet tall, 800 block of N. La Cienega. cle parked in the 100 block of N. 100 block of N. Larchmont. while the other was approximately At 10:15 a.m., an unknown sus- Highland at 9:20 p.m. 5 feet 2 inches tall. No further An unknown suspect assaulted a pect assaulted a victim near the An unknown suspect committed a information was provided. victim in the 8500 block of Santa corner of Selma and Schrader. At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 1600 block of N. Monica at 10:08 a.m. committed a burglary in the 7200 Poinsettia Place at 5:20 p.m. May 24 An unknown suspect committed a block of Melrose. May 30 petty theft in the 600 block of S. At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect Cochran at 11 a.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- burglarized a vehicle parked in the committed a burglary in the 9400 At 1:42 p.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 300 block of S. 700 block of Ogden. block of Olympic. committed a burglary in the 1100 At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- Fuller at 10 p.m. block of Detroit. pect committed a burglary in the An unknown suspect robbed a victim An unknown male suspect com- 700 block of Alfred. At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect in the 1000 block of Vine at 7 p.m. mitted a grand theft in the 200 A suspect assaulted a victim dur- stole a vehicle parked near the block of N. Crescent Drive at 4 ing a domestic violence incident in An unknown suspect committed a corner of Hawthorn and La Brea. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect p.m. the 1000 block of Sierra Bonita at petty theft in the 5400 block of committed a burglary in the 700 5:20 p.m. Wilshire at 2 p.m. May 31 block of Wilcox at 8 p.m. May 25 At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4:45 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- June 3 At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the committed a petty theft in the 200 tim in the 8300 block of Blackburn committed a grand theft in the 200 900 block of Gardner. block of S. La Brea. at 12:30 a.m. At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. La Cienega. stole a vehicle parked in the 1700 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Sycamore. An unknown male suspect com- May 31 tim in the 400 block of S. Saint committed a burglary in the 700 mitted a grand theft in the 800 Andrews Place at 5 p.m. block of Crescent Heights. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of N. Crescent Drive at A suspect assaulted a victim dur- cle parked in the 7000 block of N. 10:53 a.m. ing a domestic violence incident At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Hollywood at 5 a.m. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 June 7, 2018

photo courtesy of Commerson Commerson Happy Hour njoy $2 oysters at Happy Hour at Commerson, at the corner of La Brea and Eighth Street. The sociable bartenders are pouring $2 off draft Ebeers, a white red and sparkling wine for $7 and three of their specialty cocktails for just $8 each. The artichoke toast on a thick brioche is topped with spinach, pecorino, arugula and pickled red onions for $6. Happy Hour is Tuesday through Sunday 5 - 7 p.m. The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday at 5 p.m. Brunch is served Satruday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. It a charming neighborhood restaurant with upscale food and drinks and friendly service. 788 S. La Brea, (323)813-3000.

S’mores store opens hef and owner Annalisa Mastroianni Johnson is opening her store Gotta Have S’more in Little Ethiopia today, June 7. Come and taste the Cnostalgic artisanal treats – Mastroianni heightens the flavors with milk and dark chocolate, salted caramel, peanut butter cup, and cookies and cream. These cupcake-size treats will change seasonally and include PB&J, spicy Mexican hot chocolate, pumpkin pie, strawberries and cream, and espresso bean. Open at 9 a.m. 1066 S. Fairfax Ave., (323)646-4114.

Rosé Day at Saddlerock Ranch n Saturday, June 9, drive to Malibu to sip Moët & Chandon, B.B. Rosé and Voss Water, and enjoy programming by nonprofit charity partner OThe Art of Elysium. Local gourmet food trucks hand selected by famed “Iron Chef” Marc Forgione will feature some of his signature dishes. Celebrity DJ’s Zen Freeman, Devin Lucien and Caroline D’Amore will provide music throughout the day. The fun begins at 12:30 and goes to 8 p.m. Tickets are $95 and include access to the event, complimentary shuttle service from White Cloud Ranch to Saddlerock Ranch. There will be open meadow seating, an ice bed to keep your purchased wine chilled, wine bars and a gourmet food truck court. VIP tickets are $165 and include an expe- dited line at the event’s entrance, priority shuttle service, preferred viewing stage in VIP section with partial shade, hammocks and pillows, and access to a VIP section with additional bars and food vendors. For tickets, visit rosedayla.com. 32111 Mulholland Hwy.

National Rosé Day at Halo Top Scoop Shop wo of America’s sweetest brands Halo Top Scoop Shop and Sugarfina are joining together Saturday, June 9, to offer a sparkling 24-karat gold TRosé All Day sundae. It’s made with vanilla bean soft serve in a freshly made golden waffle cone, sprinkled with rosé-infused gummies from Sugarfina’s Rosé All Day collection, including 24-karat gold Rosé All Day bears, Sparkling Rosé bears, and But First, Rosé roses. It’s topped with a gilded rosé rock candy stick by Sugarfina. This unique sweet treat is avail- able exclusively at the Halo Top Scoop Shop through Saturday, June 30. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, (424)303-7359. 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, (818)963-8476.

A taste of the Rhône Valley ow through June 18, sit back and sip some of the beautiful wines from southeast France as local chefs and sommeliers from participating Nrestaurants feature select pairings with wine from the Rhône Valley. While there are more than a dozen different grapes grown in the Rhône Valley, the four major red varieties are syrah, grenache, mourvèdre and cinsault, and the primary white wine varieties are roussanne, marsanne and viognier. For information, visit bit.ly/2Jw3glD. 20 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press SUMMER SCHOOL & CAMPS

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TheaterSanta Monica Playhouse’s camps most unique offered shows with usfor this sum- kidsAlumni and of this teens acclaimed pro- popular acting experience for mer!” gram include performers Kate youth, the Summer Theater Enrollment is now open for the Hudson, Oliver Hudson, Jason Workshop camp program, is now one-week sessions for Youth Play Ritter, Shana Feste, Zooey open for enrollment. With one- Production (ages 7-12) and the Deschanel, Emily Deschanel, Jason week camp sessions available Teen Performance Lab (ages 12- Segel, Azura Skye, Monet Mazur, throughout the summer for kids and 17), with a special session for Early Terri Nunn, Jon Kasdan, Obi teens, there’s a session that fits Stagers (ages 4-6). Ndefo, Emmy Award winner Aisha every schedule and experience The invigorating Playhouse Waglé, novelist Rebecca Donner, level. Theater Conservatory program for television writer and producer Rina “Young people explore all youth, now celebrating over four Mimoun, casting director Liz Dean, aspects of theater: playwriting, decades of theater workshops, journalist Gadi Dechter, Mickey dance, voice, performance skills, classes and camps, combines the Madden of Maroon 5 and Newark improvisation, make-up and cos- fun and excitement of working as a Superintendent of Schools Cami tumes, working together to help team to create and perform a brand- Anderson. create and perform an original play new play with the joy and fulfill- Santa Monica Playhouse is locat- or musical during each session,” ment of a dynamic, creative, arts- ed at 1211 Fourth St. For informa- artist and Playhouse Associate oriented environment in which tion, call (310)394-9779 ext. 3, Director Serena Dolinsky said. working actors share their love of send an email to education@santa- “Why not join us? Create a few the craft with young people in all monicaplayhouse.com or visit san- photo courtesy of Malibu Foundation for Environmental Education exciting, fabulous, awesomely stages of development. tamonicaplayhouse.com. Students participate in ‘Kids Ocean GrandFor the sixth Park’s summer, Grand outdoor Park’s Sunday dance Sessions series is fun for all ages Day’ beach cleanup offer Angelenos a series of free outdoor dance parties to Since 1993, nearly 740,000 kids have participated in the Kids Ocean celebrate one of L.A.’s many vibrant and unique music Day beach cleanups to make a difference in taking care of the environment. scenes, from June 10 to Sept. 16. On May 24, another 4,500 students participated in the 25th annual Kids Grand Park brings the best house music artists to Ocean Day at Dockweiler State Beach. This year’s theme “Kids Making L.A.’s central gathering place to relive the memories, Waves for a Plastic-Free Ocean” illustrated the importance of protecting praise the art-makers and connect members of the com- the ocean and watersheds. munity with dance and music as a centerpiece. “Kids Ocean Day is about educating children to be aware of the damage On June 10, the series presents Afro Funke’s 15-year people are doing to the ocean,” said Michael Klubock, founder of Malibu anniversary featuring Jeremy Sole, Glenn Red, Rocky Foundation for Environmental Education and Kids Ocean Day. “By getting Dawuni and special guests. On July 15, Doc Martin, children involved in a hands-on activity at the beach after learning about Tara Brooks and Anton Tumas will feature. Each series the environment in the classroom, we strengthen the connection between goes from 2 to 8 p.m. individual actions and the health of the environment. As these children get This is a free event open to all ages. Picnicking is older, they will remember the time that they made a difference and will feel encouraged. Food and beverages will be available for empowered to continue protecting our ocean from plastic and litter.” purchase; no outside alcohol is permitted in the park. Students from Hancock Park Elementary and Crescent Heights Magnet Cocktails are available for purchase with a valid ID. schools participated. The day commemorated the impact children have had Grand Park is located at 200 N. Grand Ave. For infor- photo courtesy of Javier Guillen for Grand Park/The Music Center over the past 25 years in keeping oceans clean through Kids Ocean Day mation, visit grandparkla.org/event/sundaysessions- Downtown’s Grand Park will host a number of free followed by a beach cleanup. The children also formed a giant aerial 2018. dance parties celebrating house music this summer. “Wave” art piece. “Children have shown us grown-ups that the simple act of picking up trash that is not yours can have a profound impact on our environment,” said Aura Garcia, Los Angeles Board of Public Works commissioner. “These kids are getting empowered at such a young age to become envi- ronmental champions for the rest of their lives.”

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Rosewood is a community that nurtures the whole child and though a STEM, it has many pathways to meet your child’s needs and interests.

Go to www.lausd.net to complete your e-choices application or contact our main office for guidance with the application process. Tours are given every Tuesday at 9:00AM. Visit www.rosewoodelementary.org or call (323)651-0166 503 N. Croft Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90048 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 June 7, 2018 22 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

KCCLAThe Korean Culturalhosts Center, cooking Los classes on Korean tea and snacks Angeles, dedicated to providing Universal Studios brings insights into the cultural heritage of Korea, presents the 2018 K-Cuisine Lecture Series to promote Korean cheerOn June to 1, hundredsfamilies of vides in grants need and opportunities to cuisine. Universal Studios Hollywood deserving organizations through- On Monday, June 11, the class employee volunteers brought out Los Angeles. will focus on Korean tea and tea heartfelt cheer to 1,000 M.E.N.D., “We reach out to organizations snacks. On Wednesday, June 13, or Meet Each Need with Dignity, such as M.E.N.D. that help indi- the class will teach how to make low-income families at the 27th viduals and families achieve more kimchi. annual “Christmas in Spring” phil- productive and fulfilling lives,” This free program is open to any- anthropic event. It helps families Prado said. “‘Christmas in Spring’ one 18 years or older who is inter- whose needs are often overlooked has touched the lives of over ested in making Korean food. The during this time of the year. 16,000 families living in poverty cooking classes, held at KCCLA’s Organized by Danielle Prado, in the San Fernando Valley for 27 Ari Hall, will be delivered in a lec- senior manager of community years.” ture, demonstration and interactive relations at Universal Studios Families enjoyed a sit-down workshop format. Each class will Hollywood, and the Discover A Christmas-themed lunch prepared be approximately from 7-9:30 p.m., photo courtesy of KCCLA Star Foundation, the event pro- on site by Universal Studios chefs. and is limited to 40 people. Set in a carnival atmos- Upcoming cooking classes hosted by the Korean Cultural Center, Los phere, families visited All participants are asked to Angeles will teach participants how to prepare Korean tea and kimchi. arrive 10-15 minutes before the with Santa Claus and the start of each class. For safety, all strong perfumes and colognes. The KCCLA’s Ari Hall is located friendly Minions from participants are asked to wear com- Loose or long hair should also be at 5505 Wilshire Blvd. For infor- the theme park’s popular fortable clothes and closed shoes, tied back or worn with a hair net. mation, visit kccla.org, or contact Despicable Me Minion and should refrain from wearing To register, email Hannah Cho at (323)936-3012 or at Mayhem ride. Other spe- any loose or dangling jewelry or [email protected]. [email protected]. cial appearances includ- ed SpongeBob, Scooby Doo and King Julian dancing and posing in family photos. There was EdwardEdward Cella ArtCella & Architecture unveils pre- and‘Vernacular Lebbeus Woods. Environments’ a live DJ, game booths, sents “Vernacular Environments, Part “Vernacular Environments” speaks to face painting and craft 2,” the second of an annual exhibition a psychological aspect of space which tent for families, and a that explores a diversity of tensions gives vividness to a thought, event or book tent for children between environments, on display start- relationship. Through this psychological under 12 to select and ing June 9 with an opening reception shift, an enduring space is built which take home books provid- from 6-8 p.m. creates participants, identifies them and ed by Universal Studios. Through varied typologies, the works opens up a timeless world. Ideas present- Universal Studios included in this exhibition give reference ed by the use of texts, drawings, paint- Hollywood is located at to ideas that remain largely beyond the ings, diagrams, films, sculpture and 100 Universal City gallery walls. The exhibition features installations have the means to obscure Plaza, Universal City. pieces by Shusaku Arakawa, R. the relationship between art and architec- For information, visit Buckminster Fuller, Rema Ghuloum, ture. Edward Cella Art & Architecture is universalstudiosholly- Hans Hollein, Jill Magid, Alison located at 2754 S. La Cienaga Blvd. For wood.com. O’Daniel, Aili Schmeltz, Paolo Soleri information, visit edwardcella.com. photo courtesy of Eward Cella Gallery photo by Jill Weinlein

Congratulations to the 2018 Graduating Class! Christina Arguello Immaculate Heart High School Victor Rivera Cathedral High School Camoren Bowen Cathedral High School Marvin Rosales Cathedral High School Thomas Chang Loyola High School Gopesh Rudia West Torrance High School Malcolm Cleare Loyola High School Gabriele Settimio Notre Dame High School Jalen Cofield Loyola High School Joshua Sic Cathedral High School Jalen Cox Loyola High School Lea Sung Geffen Academy Hugo de Mendoza Cathedral High School Jeremiah Williams Loyola High School Gabriel Fonseca Cathedral High School Kaitlyn Garcia Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loretto A Catholic Education is an Advantage for Life. Isabella Juarez St. Monica High School April Kim Notre Dame Academy Joon Kim Loyola High School Ryan Landrum-Alvarez Cathedral High School Giselle Perez Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loretto Ryan Richtmyer-Han Cathedral High School Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 June 7, 2018

Committee. of Prime Minister Benjamin Szeles will be a special guest in Netanyahu. appreciation of his support in the Congregation Bais Naftoli pro- Congregation Bais Naftoli to host annual breakfast Hungarian government for the vides charitable services through- Andrew Friedman, president of General Tamas Szeles will be the academy students as a means of establishing its Israeli out to people in Congregation Bais Naftoli on La special guest. prevention. The U.S. Holocaust embassy in Jerusalem. In the near need of food, clothing and shelter. Brea Avenue, has announced that Under Klein’s leadership, the Memorial Museum has appointed future, the prime minister of The temple is located at 221 S. La the synagogue will host its 26th ZOA has expanded its advocacy for Frey as a member of its Education Hungary will be the guest of the Brea Ave. For information and annual breakfast on Sunday, June Israel in the United States. Committee and Steering Israeli government at the invitation reservations, call (323)931-2476. 10, at 9:30 a.m. Frey also serves as a history pro- The event will honor Morton A. fessor at West Point and is author of Klein, national president of Zionist “Jews, Nazis and the Cinema of Organization of America, and Dr. Hungary.” He spearheaded efforts David Frey, director of the Center to increase U.S. Armed Forces’ for Holocaust & Genocide Studies awareness and understanding of CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD at the U.S. Military Academy at genocide and the Holocaust, and West Point. Hungarian Consul conducts annual workshops for PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will Sheriff’s department launches app hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: The Los Angeles County and filing crime reports. Sheriff’s Department has unveiled a “One of my priorities is to do all LOCATIONS: CITYWIDE, West Hollywood, California new mobile app to connect the com- we can to live up to our motto of munity with information and providing a tradition of service. We resources. now have technology that will help REQUEST: Amendment to Title 19 of the West Hollywood Zoning The free app provides access to us provide information and help our Ordinance, West Hollywood Municipal Code to increase the latest news, photographs, community find answers and work number of home business employees from one to two; videos, events, alerts and crime with us to fight crime,” Los Angeles revise the Live/Work Ordinance design standards to reduce information. It also includes a spe- County Sheriff Jim McDonnell said. cial feature for submitting anony- For information and to download parking requirements; require commercial use on ground mous tips to the sheriff’s department the app, visit lasdapp.com. floor, and allow for flexible percentage of workspace in unit.

PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits. Crossword Puzzle by Myles Mellor APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood TIME/PLACE Thursday, June 21, 2018 OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Council Chambers 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard West Hollywood, CA 90069

ZONES: Citywide

ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15061 (Review for Exemption).

The staff report will be available on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on- line at www.weho.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or Across 5. Bounds in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning 1. iPhone download 6. In-basket stamp: Abbr. 4. S. American country 7. Insurer for military personnel Commission, via the Planning & Development Services Department at, or prior to, 8. Government figure, for short 8. Small pieces of ground the Public Hearing. 11. “Star Trek” villains 9. Double-reed instruments 13. White-tailed birds 10. “Green” or “Ice” add-on 14. Exile isle 12. Yukon is one of these SUV’s To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening 15. Shrek is one 13. Raison d’ ___ Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require special 18. Interior scene 14. Lab burner assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing impaired), you 19. Caused to lose courage 16. Of a large artery 20. Tape deck button 17. Winning streak must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 22. Mouth off to 21. Toy boxes 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hearing 23. Saccharine 23. Pockets in a way impaired is (323) 848-6496. 27. Down the ___ 24. Watered-down 31. Insurance giant 25. Online craft store 32. Like a 911 call (abbr.) 26. “Lord of the Rings” creature Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provided 33. Gallery hanging 28. Good acid upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the 36. Don McLean song 29. Mortise insertions 40. Outer space 30. PC monitor type meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466- 41. ___ point (never) 33. Tiny battery size 3876) or go to www.metro.net 42. Missouri river 34. Actress Diana 43. Actor-director Welles 35. Christmas decoration 44. Treatment 37. Body part with a canal ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to express 45. Mr. Unexciting 38. Protected their opinion in this matter. 48. “Help!” 39. Twisty turn 50. Collections of china 43. Oil org. For further information 53. Cheesy sandwiches 45. Heads of Colleges contact Tara Worden, Assistant Planner, in the Planning & 57. Come down hard 46. Up, as the ante Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: 61. The “I” in M.I.T.: Abbr. 47. Not the way it is! [email protected] 62. ___grapher 49. Upscale hotel name 63. Placate 50. Chamber group 64. Sugar suffix 51. Goes with Bell Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk 65. Jack’s opponent 52. Party for the bridegroom 66. U.S. Army medal 54. Mormons, initially 55. Frog’s relative Down 56. Certain NCO’s Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- 1. Law grp. 58. Kind of camera used by pros 2. Small lake 59. Porter тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- 3. “Je vous en __”: “Please” 60. Dry wine 6826. 4. Start of school? See Answers page 29 24 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Results are in PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood for Natural Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consi- der the following item:

History LOCATIONS: 1011 AND 1015 N. CRESCENT Pride Festival and Parade HEIGHTS BOULEVARD, Museum’s West Hollywood, California return to WeHo REQUEST: Applicant is requesting to demol- ish two homes and detached City Nature structures, to build a new three- story, 11,726 square-foot, twelve- Challenge unit apartment building over The 2018 City Nature Challenge one-level of a subterranean park- – co-founded by the Natural ing garage. The project involves History Museum of Los Angeles a lot line adjustment that would County – counted 68 cities and combine the two lots at 1011 and hundreds of museums, colleges, 1015 N. Crescent Heights Boule- environmental groups and govern- vard into one lot. ment agencies among its partners, and called upon participants to PERMIT(S): Demolition Permit, Development observe and submit pictures of Permit, Lot Line Adjustment, and wild plants, animals and fungi to any other required permits. the free app iNaturalist from April Large crowds gathered at Christopher Street West’s Pride Month 27-30. Results have been tallied, APPLICANT(S): Todd DeMann (Crescent Heights celebration in West Hollywood in this photograph from the June 16, revealing that throughout 68 cities, Development, LLC) 1994, issue of the Park Labrea News and Beverly Press. The event 17,329 people made 441,888 drew approximately 250,000 people to West Hollywood that year for observations. TIME/PLACE Thursday, June 21, 2018 concerts, a parade and other festivities. RuPaul was named Honorary The challenge, inaugurated in Mayor of West Hollywood during the celebration that year and the 2016 by NHMLA and the OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. event marked the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, a series California Academy of Sciences, West Hollywood Park Public of protests by members of the gay community in New York. This began as a friendly competition Meeting Room – weekend, the 2018 Christopher Street West LA Pride Celebration will between Los Angeles and San Council Chambers return to West Hollywood on Saturday, June 9, and Sunday, June 10. Francisco to see which city could 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend the Pride engage local people of all ages and West Hollywood, CA 90069 Festival and Parade, which features numerous events. For informa- backgrounds to gather data on tion, see page 1. urban wildlife. Using smart ZONES: R3A (Residential, Multi-Family phones and other digital devices, Medium Density) scientists, nature enthusiasts and the general public go out and col- ENVIRONMENTAL lect data during the challenge on STATUS: Categorically exempt from the the wild plants and animals that provisions of the California Envi- inhabit their respective cities, from ronmental Quality Act (CEQA), digital photographs to sound recordings. pursuant to Section §15332 (In- The City Nature Challenge has Fill Development Projects) grown to become one of the world’s biggest events in commu- nity science. The staff report will be available on Thursday, June 14, This year, Los Angeles came in 2018, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the ninth place for the number of W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line observations with 19,423 records at www.weho.org logged; sixth place for total species observed with 2,356; and IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be lim- fifth place for number of partici- ited to raising only those issues you or someone else pants with 855 individuals submit- raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in ting data in L.A. Interesting finds the written correspondence delivered to the West Holly- from the challenge in Los Angeles wood Planning Commission, via the Planning & Develop- include a sighting of a coastal ment Services Department at, or prior to, the Public photo taken at LACMA, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, by DapperDay.com patch-nosed snake in the Verdugo Hearing. Guests will be dressed in their best at the Los Angeles County Mountains, a gray fox sighting in Diamond Bar and a mountain lion Museum of Art’s “Dapper Day” event. spotting in Topanga. To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of San Francisco had the most 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available observations reported, the most for checkout at the meeting. If you require special assis- species identified and the most tance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the participants. hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request Dress to impress at ‘Dapper Day’ “We need community scientists in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 The Los Angeles County picnic to enjoy on the lawn from 3 to help us understand how biodi- at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line Museum of Art presents the return to 7 p.m., or purchase food and versity is changing. Our scientists for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. of “Dapper Day” on Saturday, beverages at LACMA restaurants can’t be everywhere, and with the June 9 at 10 a.m. and concession stands. help of the community, we are able Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- Step out in style as LACMA A screening of the film to document new species, collect celebrates the exhibition “David “MONDO Hollywood” runs from portation) may be provided upon written request to the Of- more observations, and even pho- fice of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Hockney: 82 Portraits and 1 Still- 3 to 5 p.m. Take a trip back to L.A. tograph rare animal behaviors,” life.” The event also includes a circa 1964 and meet the artists, said Lila Higgins, senior manager For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO- day and night of art, fashion, film, designers, hairdressers and cross- of the NHMLA Community METRO (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net music and dancing. From vintage- dressers who defined the era when Science Program. “This year, with inspired classics to chic, contem- Hockney first lived in California. 68 cities participating in the City ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said porary looks, visitors are invited The screening is free with reserva- Nature Challenge, we can examine Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. to bring their styles to the party. tion. trends across the planet, learn what From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Celebrate into the evening from our cities have in common, and For further information contact John Mayer, AICP, Sen- museum will host the “Dapper 5 to 7 p.m. with a free “Latin also what makes us unique. Large ior Planner, in the Planning & Development Services De- Day Marketplace at LACMA” for Sounds” concert featuring Lily pools of data, including those built partment at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: the first time. Vendors will offer Hernandez & Orquesta. by iNaturalist and by natural histo- [email protected] vintage fashions and accessories. Hernandez was nominated for a ry museums, help scientists make Free bag check will be provided Latin Grammy in 2009. Dancing informed conservation decisions Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk by LACMA. continues from 7 to 9 p.m. with that allow humans to sustainably From noon to 5 p.m., enjoy music by DJ Professor Watson in coexist with regional plant and docent-led tours of “David front of “Urban Light.” animal life.” Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении про- Hockney: 82 Portraits and 1 Still- LACMA is located at 5905 The Natural History Museum of life” and other LACMA exhibi- Wilshire Blvd. For information, екта. Для дополнительной информации Los Angeles County is located at на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. tions. The tours are free with call (323)857-6010, or visit 900 W. Exposition Blvd. For infor- museum admission. Also, bring a lacma.org. mation, visit nhmorg.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 June 7, 2018

‘Bordertown’ gets new update at Pasadena Playhouse Craft in America receives $50,000 Culture Clash revisits their hit show “Bordertown” 20 years later with “Bordertown Now,” from grant for documentary series Wednesday, May 30, to Sunday, National Endowment for the Pomo basketweaver Corine June 24, at the Pasadena Playhouse. Arts Chairman Jane Chu has Pearce, silversmith Randy In this production, Los Angeles’ approved more than $80 million Stromsoe, cabinet makers James own political satire troupe returns in grants as part of the NEA’s sec- Ipekjian and Jack Ipekjian, stained to the southern border to investigate ond major funding announcement glass artists at Judson Studios, and the state of affairs once again. Re- for fiscal year 2018. textile artist Deborah Cross. imagined and remixed, Included is an Art Works grant “Visionaries” documents the “Bordertown Now” is an irreverent of $50,000 to Craft in America to ways in which artists and influ- look at the people at the center of support post-production of the encers create new methods and one of America’s most hot-button award-winning documentary inspire new generations to envi- controversial issues, and the walls series, now in its 10th year on sion the limitless possibilities of that divide us all. PBS, plus related outreach pro- craft. Artists include weaver Kay Infused with their trademark gramming such as workshops at Sekimachi, book artist Felicia satirical approach, Culture Clash, schools and artist talks at the Rice, and textile designer and the nation’s number one Craft in America Center located founder of the LongHouse Chicano/Latino performance trio, at 8415 W. Third St., Los Reserve Jack Lenor Larsen. messes with the boundaries of the- Angeles. From Dec. 8 to April 6, 2019, ater and comedy to break down the The Art Works category is the the Craft in America Center will divisions between cultures. NEA’s largest funding category produce a companion exhibition There will be post-show conver- and supports projects that focus “California and Visionaries” fea- sations after every performance on on the creation of art that meets turing exceptional work by the different topics including immigra- the highest standards of excel- artists in the episodes. tion, border policy and more, led by lence, public engagement with “The variety and quality of topic experts. The current list of diverse and excellent art, lifelong these projects speaks to the wealth speakers include Lalo Alcarez, car- learning in the arts, and/or the of creativity and diversity in our toonist of “La Cucaracha”; Susana strengthening of communities country,” Chu said. “Through the Bautista, executive director of photo courtesy of Culture Clash through the arts. work of organizations such as Pasadena Museum of Richard Montoya (top left), Herbert Sigüenza (top right) and Ricardo Craft in America: Craft in America in Los Contemporary Art; and Jonathan Salinas (bottom) will perform together again for their new show “California” and Angeles, NEA funding invests in Fung, Matathi Benjamin and Jean “Bordertown Now.” “Visionaries” episodes are sched- local communities, helping people Grant of the Immigration Resource uled to air back-to-back Friday, celebrate the arts wherever they Center, San Gabriel. age to bring us closer to the human- be joined by Sabina Zúñiga Varela. Dec. 21, on PBS at 9 and 10 p.m. are.” “For more than a year, the immi- ity at the center of the border “Bordertown Now” is directed by “California” explores the For information on projects gration debate has been in the news issues.” Obie Award-winning artist Diane diverse craft heritage, traditions, included in the NEA grant on a daily basis. It is so rare to be “It’s important for Americans to Rodriguez. She began her career as influences and innovations in the announcement, able to present a new work that sit in a room and hear the points of an ensemble member in El Teatro Golden State. Artists include visit arts.gov/news. directly responds to our ever- view of other human beings. It’s Campesino and now is associate changing world. Who better to harder to be mad at somebody artistic director of the Tony Award- examine this issue than the iconic when you are face to face having a winning Center Theatre Group in troupe Culture Clash, making their conversation with them,” Culture Los Angeles. Playhouse debut,” said Danny Clash said. “This is how we create Tickets start at $25. Senate embraces plan for Feldman, the producing artistic empathy and hopefully change.” The Pasadena Playhouse is locat- director for the Pasadena For the performances, Culture ed at 39 S. El Molino Ave. For Playhouse. “Through humor, satire, Clash’s Richard Montoya, Ric information and tickets, visit renewed film-tax credit sentiment and curiosity, they man- Salinas and Herbert Sigüenza will pasadenaplayhouse.org. The California Senate, on a bipartisan 37-0 vote, approved extending a model program to keep and create mostly off-screen jobs in California’s film and TV industries. LGBT Center urges those at risk to be ‘PrEP’d AF’ “In 2009, a steady stream of n we can stop the spread of HIV and through patient assistance pro- film and TV production was leav- The campaign builds save lives.” grams. ing California for states actively on last year’s successful According to a study from After a free PrEP consultation, recruiting them, and taking with it AIDS Project Los Angeles Health, which can be scheduled online at millions of dollars and hundreds effort to raise awareness those most at risk for new HIV PrEPHere.org, most people will of thousands of jobs,” Sen. Holly for PrEP infections – gay and bisexual be able to leave the visit with a J. Mitchell (D-Los Angeles) said. youth of color and transgender prescription. “It is clear that this program is The Los Angeles LGBT Center, women – are the least likely to Though great strides have been doubling and tripling investments along with openly gay music know about PrEP. In fact, the made in treating people with HIV in our communities and in artist, actor, and model Milan study found that less than 10 per- through medical care, thousands California’s film and television Mitchell Christopher, are urging those most cent of Latino and black youth are of new HIV infections continue to legacy.” at-risk to be “PrEP’d AF” against using PrEP. Among those who do occur each year. know about PrEP, misconceptions More than 1.2 million people in SB 951 would extend the “These are skills for good pay- HIV. about its safety and efficacy, as the U.S. are living with HIV, and California Film and Television ing jobs that translate into lifetime According to the U.S. Centers well as stigma from the communi- one in seven people living with Production Act from June 30, careers,” she said. “The program for Disease Control and ty, have impacted its use. HIV don’t know it. 2020, to June 30, 2025, and keeps families together. It keeps Prevention, minority communi- “We are so pleased to have Without immediate interven- makes key improvements. children living with their parents ties, especially black men who Milan as a spokesperson for tion, the CDC estimates that one To date, the program has allo- 12 months out of the year, ensur- have sex with men, are at-risk for PrEP’d AF to raise awareness for in two gay or bisexual black men cated $840 million in tax credits ing there are no long separations new HIV infections. PrEP and to help dispel stigma and and one in four gay or bisexual to 150 approved projects. Those while one parent is out filming for PrEP’d AF, which builds on the misconceptions that may be pre- Latino men will contract HIV numbers reflect 29,000 cast mem- months at a time.” success of last year’s “F*ck w/out venting people from taking advan- sometime in their lives. bers hired; 18,000 crew members Other provisions of SB 951 Fear” HIV prevention campaign, tage of this important opportunity hired; and 13 TV series that relo- include awarding tax credits continues to raise awareness for to stop the spread of HIV,” said cated to California from out of according to a jobs ratio rating pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), Darrel Cummings, chief of staff of state. system, whereby applications are a safe and effective once-daily the Los Angeles LGBT Center. Mitchell said SB 951 was ranked based upon the number of medicine that has been proven to “Communities “Communities of color continue recently amended to require that jobs created in California and reduce the risk of HIV infection to be the hardest hit by new HIV of color continue all participating productions cre- other economic factors; increas- by up to 99 percent, if used as pre- infections, making the awareness to be the hardest ate and enforce a harassment free ing funding for independent films scribed. Inspired by Christopher’s and accessibility of PrEP an ever environment. and ensuring smaller productions personal experience with PrEP, hit by new HIV more urgent priority.” “If a production does not have are not competing with larger pro- the PrEP’d AF campaign encour- The center and Christopher infections, making the required policies in place ductions; and offering an addi- ages the community to be as pre- want to convey that taking PrEP to within three days, they are dis- tional 5 percent tax credit increase pared as possible to protect them- the awareness help protect yourself shouldn’t be qualified from the program,” she for production outside the Los selves against HIV. and accessibility something to be ashamed of and said. Angeles 30-mile zone. “In communities of color, there can be integrated into daily life. of PrEP an Additionally, the bill establish- Mitchell’s measure was sup- is so much stigma around sex, PrEP’d AF will also combat mis- es a new Career Pathways ported by members of both par- being gay, and HIV that people are ever more conceptions about the safety and Program that provides technical ties. Gov. Jerry Brown signed into scared to even talk about PrEP – effectiveness of PrEP and the urgent priority.” skills training for individuals law the original 2014 measure, and many more don’t even know belief that it’s unaffordable. from underserved communities which also received bipartisan about it,” said Christopher, who In reality PrEP is now covered -Darrel Cummings, for entry into film and television support. uses PrEP. “I’m proud to be a part by most insurance plans and, for LGBT Center chief of staff industry jobs, paid for by partici- SB 951 now moves to the of this campaign because I want those who are uninsured, the cen- pating productions, not by the Assembly. Its initial hearing date PrEP to be something we can talk ter can help make it affordable production incentive. has not yet been set. about in the open so, ultimately, 26 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

ZooThe Los steps Angeles Zoo in has suc-to save species from extinction cessfully reproduced over 2,000 southern mountain yellow-legged frog tadpoles, an endangered species of amphibian native to the San Gabriel Mountains. The tadpoles are the offspring of two groups of adult frogs the zoo took under its care as tadpoles in 2014 when they were tasked with creating an insurance colony for the species, which is on the brink of extinction. “When we learned there was a species of amphibian in our own back yard that was in danger of becoming extinct, we joined forces with several local and federal orga- nizations to create an insurance colony that could be reproduced and whose offspring could one day be returned to the wild,” said Ian photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Zoo Recchio, curator of reptiles and Specialists at the Los Angeles Zoo are breeding tadpoles to prevent amphibians at the Los Angeles Zoo. southern mountain yellow-legged frogs, which live in the San Gabriel “Based on our past experiences Mountains, from becoming extinct. with sensitive amphibian species, we were confident we could raise their numbers. This endangered Southern Mountain Yellow-Legged The frogs live in perennial photo courtesy of The Perfect Exposure Gallery species of frog is only found in Frog Recovery Program. streams in the San Gabriel, San Cinematographer John Simmons’ exhibition explores his love of Southern California, so we felt a The program is a collaborative Bernardino and San Jacinto moun- black and white street photography. responsibility to help before it’s too endeavor formed in 2006 between tains. They measure approximately late.” the Los Angeles Zoo, the San Diego 1.5 to 3.25 inches in length, on aver- The zoo currently works with 58 Institute for Conservation Research, age. Adult frogs have a mix of endangered species in its care, but is U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and brown and yellow coloring but can also a zoo without borders. The Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological also be gray, red or greenish-brown, zoo’s science, research and captive Survey and the California usually with dark spots or spots. ‘Life in Black and White’ extends breeding expertise is often used in Department of Fish and Wildlife. To The spots can look like lichen or the community and around the do its part, the zoo designed a biose- moss and provide camouflage. The world to save endangered species in cure amphibian breeding room to belly and underside of the back legs, at The Perfect Exposure Gallery the wild. When Recchio found out create a quiet, temperature-con- and sometimes the front legs, are The exhibition “Life in Black entire life experience to that the population of southern moun- trolled environment for the tad- yellow or light-orange, giving the and White,” featuring photogra- moment,” Simmons said. “Every tain yellow-legged frogs was drasti- poles. Built by zoo animal care and frog part of its common name, “yel- phy by John Simmons, has been click of the shutter is a totality of cally declining due to habitat loss, aquarium staff, the room is low-legged.” extended at The Perfect the music I’ve heard, the love the introduction of invasive species equipped with life support and The Los Angeles Zoo and Exposure Gallery until June 24. and pain I’ve seen and lived and disease, the zoo decided to water quality technology to provide Botanical Gardens is located at The show explores the cine- which has shaped the way I see. bring its husbandry expertise into the most optimal conditions for the 5333 Zoo Drive. For information, matographer’s love of candid ‘Life In Black and White’ is a the community and joined the sensitive species of frog. visit lazoo.org. street photography, which began narrative of my life through my during Simmons’ childhood in lens.” the 1950s and ‘60s in Chicago. The Perfect Exposure Gallery “I always strive to make is located at 1125 Crenshaw images that tell a story. Every Blvd. For information, visit thep- time I take a picture I bring my erfectexposuregallery.com. CAFAMThe Craft & Folk puts Art Museum a lenslaboration on contemporary with Farhang “Focus Iranian 3” is free art to enter. and Farhang Foundation are calling Foundation in 2015 to bring forth Artists 18 years of age and older are for submissions for the juried exhi- different perspectives about Iranian invited to apply. bition “Focus Iran 3: Contemporary culture, both inside and outside the A distinguished panel of jurors Photography and Video,” from country,” CAFAM Executive will consider each photograph or June 11 to Aug. 24. Director Suzanne Isken said. “We video submission’s pertinence to “Focus Iran” is a series of bienni- are excited to see how artists the theme of contemporary Iranian NHMLA reopens ‘Becoming al exhibitions that features photog- embrace this year’s theme and youth culture. Only digital format raphy and video works about Iran. explore the fascinating energy of entries will be eligible, with either The theme of “Focus Iran 3” will contemporary Iranian youth.” one photograph or one video entry Los Angeles’ exhibit be perspectives about contempo- “Farhang Foundation is proud to per artist. “Becoming Los Angeles” at the (cowboy) 150 years ago; a Singer rary Iranian youth culture. once again join forces with the All entries will be processed Natural History Museum of Los sewing machine from tailor Alpert Approximately 40 selected pho- Craft & Folk Art Museum to create through callforentry.org. Entries Angeles County reopened to the of Hollywood; an “ofrenda” (offer- tographs and videos will be dis- this amazing platform for artists that are sent directly to the Craft & public on June 1, featuring new ing) created by master altar-maker played in a group exhibition to take worldwide,” said Amir Angha, Folk Art Museum or Farhang objects and artwork that explores Ofelia Esparza and her daughter, place at the Craft & Folk Art chair of Farhang Foundation’s Fine Foundation will be disqualified. the rich history of Los Angeles and artist Rosanna Ahrens; and large- Museum from Jan. 27 to May 5, Arts Council. “This year’s theme, Selected photographs and videos the diverse groups of people that scale reproductions of artists’ 2019, with an opening reception to combined with our esteemed jury will be produced by the Craft & have made the city their home. works, including wall murals offer- take place on Jan. 26 from 6-9 p.m. panel, will no doubt bring a lot of Folk Art Museum for exhibition The permanent exhibition fea- ing fresh perspectives on important Cash prizes and a print advertise- excitement to ‘Focus Iran 3,’ and display. tures new content, including issues faced by Angelenos. ment in ArtForum will be awarded we certainly cannot wait to see CAFAM is located at 5814 objects and stories from indigenous NHMLA is located at 900 W. to the top three selections. what compelling works are submit- Wilshire Blvd. For information, Californians; a saddle that would Exposition Blvd. For information, “We initiated ‘Focus Iran’ in col- ted this year.” visit cafam.org or farhang.org. have been used by a “vaquero” visit nhm.org. Gallery explores the legacy of racism through art Exhibit and auction support programs “Deborah Roberts: Fragile but white racial standards of beauty and versal standard that is inclusive of Fixable” runs through June 16 at the myths, clichés and stereotypes women of color. Luis De Jesus Los Angeles. The of black identity in the media, as Each work is an amalgamation of for people with Alzheimer’s disease exhibition marks the artist’s first well as the real-life abuse and vio- several or more figures, a reflection Alzheimer’s Greater Los and capturing precious moments solo show in Los Angeles. lence that some of them experience of the complexities of identity and Angeles is holding an exhibit and through art. The event provides an Roberts creates powerful and in public and in private. race, and a metaphor for the way we auction of artworks created by indi- opportunity for families and others visually arresting collages that Combining found photographs, construct our own complicated sub- viduals in the “Memories in the to enjoy the art. explore the complexities of girl- painting, text and drawing, Roberts jectivities from multiple sources. Making” program on Thursday, All pieces are framed and are hood, self-image, popular culture constructs her prismatic subjects “My work is about being empow- June 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the $125-$350, with 100 percent of and the legacies of racism. In from a myriad of sources, including ered as a black woman by taking Building Bridges Art Exchange in proceeds going to Alzheimer’s “Fragile but Fixable,” Roberts con- images of young girls, radical and responsible for your image and con- Santa Monica. Greater Los Angeles programs and tinues to address the traumas, chal- historical figures, and contemporary trolling how that image is being cir- “Memories in the Making” is a services. The Building Bridges Art lenges and vulnerabilities faced by female role models – from Rosa culated in the world,” Roberts said. unique fine arts program for people Exchange is located at 2525 young black girls at adolescence, a Parks and Michelle Obama to Luis De Jesus Los Angeles is with Alzheimer’s disease or other Michigan Ave., Unit F2, in Santa critical time when they are building Gloria Steinem and Willow Smith – located at 2685 S. La Cienega Blvd. dementias that offers a creative and Monica. For information, call their individual identities and their altered beyond recognition to create For information, visit non-verbal way of communicating (323)930-6721, or visit alzgla.org. minds are easily influenced by a portrait that adheres to a more uni- luisdejesus.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 June 7, 2018

ZombieMy twin boys are 10film months old‘Cargo’form the one tasktaps every “Walking into all the feels next week, so I should know better Dead” survivor knows well, is soon than to watch a film like “Cargo,” a to follow when mom turns on him. zombie story about one father’s final But what about Rosie? Andy has 48 act to protect his daughter before hours before infection completely infection changes him into some- sets in; 48 hours to find a safe place thing that sees her as other than pre- for his only child before the long most zombie fans prefer a visceral cious. And Martin Freeman is the goodbye becomes permanent. experience. They have plenty of father. This has all the feels, plagu- Along the way, Andy meets many other options out there; this one’s for ing every newly forming, vulnerable candidates, none of which are what the thespians who bask in a sub- fatherly instinct I never thought pos- Rosie needs to live as more than just genre’s ability to evolve, be more sible. a burden in a broken society. So, he than one type of film. The ugly crying, that’s not the must run down the clock, giving all This a slow journey through the photo courtesy of Netflix kiddos waking from a nap. That’s that remains of his body, for his little frailty of life and the importance of Martin Freeman as Andy is the heartbeat of the story in “Cargo.” me. What have I done. girl. The most emotional moments parenting – we meet some bad seeds In a zombie-infested Australia, occur when Andy slips a little fur- along the way. Stylistically, “Cargo” Andy (Freeman) and Kay (Susie ther away, succumbing to a change is like “The Road” and 2010’s Landers), becoming a nurturing rough stuff. Don’t look it up and Porter) enjoy the safety of a house in appetite. But he tries to pull back, “Monsters,” both wonderful genre father figure in place of the one she spoil the journey. Just grab a few boat as they plan their next move. knowing Rosie doesn’t have a films that make do without enor- lost. Freeman’s Andy is my father- rolls of Costco tissue paper, a bucket Rations are low, and young Rosie chance yet. mous set pieces or large casts. figure hero. of Häagen-Dazs and prepare for a (Marlin Jane McPherson-Dobbins) I suppose this is a horror film, but Filmmaking on a budget, certainly, Little Marlin Jane McPherson- zombie film that might as well end needs more lest she starve. Cue the directors Ben Howling and Yolanda but no less powerful or moving. Dobbins, as Rosie, is too young to be with the phrase, “Do your parents feels, realizing that as a parent Ramke, adapting their 2013 short Freeman is the heartbeat of this acting, but the directing duo sure know you love them?” you’re in charge of keeping some- film of the same name aren’t inter- story (at least while it still beats), and know how to employ the right baby “Cargo” is the kind of film seen one alive. ested in jolts or gore. Just when the he accepts the challenge with his cry at the right moment. Even more once, enjoyed and appreciated. No The parents bicker – the stress of intensity seems to begin, the camera usual charm, stoically keeping things incredible when she does something awards or grand honors coming its childrearing in such conditions can cuts away, jumps ahead or places it together for a daughter who might cute, especially during the climactic way, but a wonderful piece of origi- mount – but they love each other till in a blurred background, focusing never know him. “Cargo” even takes conclusion. nal cinema that makes me appreciate the end. That happens. Mom gets instead on another character’s an interesting turn when Andy And that ending is killer, hitting the time with my kids a little more. bit, and a slow bid farewell com- response to the trauma, not the trau- encounters Thoomi (Simone the feels like a wrecking ball. This is It’s all about the feels. mences. Then dad, unwilling to per- ma itself. It’s a gamble considering

photo courtesy of Netflix Andy (Martin Freeman) becomes a father figure to Thoomi (Simone Landers) in “Cargo,” a zombie thriller set in Australia.

Join a new adventure with The Incredibles at El Capitan

photo © Disney-Pixar The El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood presents a special engage- ment of Disney/Pixar’s “Incredibles 2” running from Thursday, June 14, through Sunday, July 29. The film will be shown in Dolby Vision with Dolby Atmos Sound Technology. Helen (voiced by Holly Hunter) is called on to lead a campaign to bring “Supers” back, while Bob (voiced by Craig T. Nelson) navigates the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home with Violet (voiced by Sarah Vowell), Dash (voiced by Huck Milner) and baby Jack-Jack, whose superpowers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot. But the family doesn’t shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson) by their side. The El Capitan Theatre is hosting a special double feature on Wednesday, June 13, at 6 p.m., with screenings of “The Incredibles” and “Incredibles 2.” Tickets are $50 and include a reserved seat, pop- corn in a souvenir character tub and a 20-ounce bottled drink. Families with small children will enjoy the theater’s “Tiny Tot Tuesday” screenings with lowered sound levels and lights dimmed rather than turned off. The El Capitan Theatre is located at 6838 Hollywood Blvd. For information, call (800)DISNEY6, or visit elcapitantickets.com. 28 June 7, 2018 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

WeHo offering Pride Ride shuttle service In honor of the 2018 Pride cele- will provide service for the West along Santa Monica Boulevard Pride events taking place bration in West Hollywood from Hollywood Dyke March and the from La Brea Avenue to Robertson From page 1 ination when they seek goods or June 8-10, the city’s free shuttle to Trans Party and #SIZZLE events Boulevard. services. The second is the right Hollywood and Highland, from 1 p.m. to 3 a.m. CityLineX On Sunday, June 10, the annual of all persons to exercise funda- CityLineX, and its free weekend shuttles will offer service to and Pride Parade will step-off at 11 a.m. newly elected president of mental freedoms under the First nighttime and Sunday Funday ride, from Hollywood and Highland from the intersection of Santa Christopher Street West, the non- Amendment, as applied to the The PickUp, will get together and from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., with an addi- Monica and Crescent Heights profit that produces Pride, said states through the 14th become “Pride Ride” for the week- tional shuttle to Hollywood and boulevards and travel westbound the festival grounds have been Amendment.” end. Highland departing after the conclu- along Santa Monica Boulevard, impacted by park construction, In the 7-2 decision, the court Pride Ride will offer a safe and sion of Dyke March activities at 10 ending at Robertson Boulevard. but “it’s going to be fabulous ruled in Phillips’ favor on the convenient way to and from rail p.m. The PickUp will operate on its Following the parade, and once still.” grounds that the Colorado Civil service at Hollywood and Highland normal schedule, from 8 p.m. to 3 the streets have cleared, The PickUp “This is really a gift to our Rights Commission inappropri- and destinations in the city of West a.m., along Santa Monica will run in a continuous loop from community,” Montemayor said ately showed “hostility” toward Hollywood, traveling along Santa Boulevard from La Brea Avenue to La Brea Avenue to Kings Road during the West Hollywood City him based on his religion. But Monica Boulevard between Robertson Boulevard. from 2-5 p.m., before resuming its Council’s June 4 meeting. “Our Kennedy affirmed LGBT rights, Robertson Boulevard and La Brea On Saturday, June 9, Pride Ride regular route from 5 p.m. to 2 theme this year is ‘just be,’ and and said outcomes in similar Avenue at approximately 15- will operate from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. a.m. Pride Ride/Hollywood Link it’s a deeply personal theme about cases under other circumstances minute intervals. During these hours, CityLineX will provide a connection between being your authentic self. Being would have to “await further Pride Ride service will be offered vehicles will provide service around Fairfax Avenue and Santa Monica your authentic self at Pride, but elaboration in the courts.” on Friday, June 8, from 1 p.m. to 3 West Hollywood and to and from Boulevard, and Hollywood and throughout the entire year.” “Our society has come to the a.m.; on Saturday, June 9, from 11 Hollywood and Highland from 11 Highland from 2-6 p.m. “This really is a time for us to recognition that gay persons and a.m. to 3 a.m.; and on Sunday, June a.m. to 8 p.m., and connecting ser- Pride-goers may also take one of come together as a community,” gay couples cannot be treated as 10, from 2 p.m to 2 a.m. In vice from The Pickup stops at Santa several Los Angeles County Councilwoman Lindsey Horvath social outcasts or as inferior in Hollywood, CityLineX vehicles Monica Boulevard/Fairfax Avenue Metropolitan Transportation added. “With all the things that dignity and worth,” the majority stop on Highland Avenue (just or Santa Monica/Crescent Heights Authority bus lines that connect to divide us, locally or nationally, opinion stated. “For that reason south of Hollywood Boulevard on boulevards from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. West Hollywood. this is a time for our community the laws and the Constitution the west side of the street). The PickUp will operate on its nor- For information about Pride to be one.” can, and in some instances must, On Friday, June 8, Pride Ride mal schedule, from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m., Ride, visit wehopickup.com. But in a chance prelude to this protect them in the exercise of weekend’s Pride events, the U.S. their civil rights.” Supreme Court ruled in favor of West Hollywood Mayor John Jack Phillips, owner of Duran said he doesn’t think the Masterpiece Cakeshop in decision will “have a dramatic Pride weekend parking rules will take effect Colorado and a devout Christian, effect,” or give the courts a The city of West Hollywood closed until 6 a.m. on Monday, Doheny Drive from 5 a.m. to 5 who refused to create a cake for a “license to discriminate” in the hosts the 2018 Christopher Street June 18; Holloway Drive will be p.m. on Sunday, June 10; streets same-sex couple planning a wed- future. West LA Pride Celebration on closed between Santa Monica one block north and south of Santa ding celebration in 2012 due to “That’s not what this decision Saturday, June 9, and Sunday, June Boulevard and Hacienda Place on Monica Boulevard will be closed his religious beliefs. stood for,” he said. 10. Hundreds of thousands of peo- Friday, June 8, from 5-10 p.m.; from Fairfax Avenue to Doheny “The case presents difficult Pride events this weekend will ple are expected to attend the Pride Santa Monica Boulevard will be Drive from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. on questions as to the proper recon- show what the city does stand Festival and Parade. closed between Robertson and La Sunday, June 10; Crescent Heights ciliation of at least two princi- for. Due to Pride events, the follow- Cienega boulevard on Friday, June Boulevard will be closed from ples,” read the majority opinion “Each year there are new peo- ing streets and facilities will be 8, from 7:30-9 p.m. West Romaine Street to Fountain by Justice Anthony M. Kennedy. ple who come in and that is their temporarily closed: West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station will Avenue from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. on “The first is the authority of a first Pride, and it’s their first Hollywood Park will be closed live-tweet regarding this Sunday, June 10; Norton Avenue state and its governmental entities opportunity to be among a group until 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June closure/re-opening at @whdlasd; will be closed between Havenhurst to protect the rights and dignity of of LGBT people and feel safe and 13; West Hollywood Park dog San Vicente Boulevard will be Drive and Laurel Avenue from 5 gay persons who are, or wish to welcome,” Councilman John parks will be closed until to 6 p.m. closed between Santa Monica a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 10; be, married but who face discrim- Heilman said. on Wednesday, June 13; West Boulevard and Melrose Avenue and Holloway Drive will be closed Hollywood Library will be closed from 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 7, between Santa Monica Boulevard from 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 7, through 10 a.m. on Monday, June and La Cienega Boulevard from 5 eral Los Angeles County the city of West Hollywood. For to 11 a.m. on Monday, June 11; 11; Santa Monica Boulevard will a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 10. Metropolitan Transportation information about Pride Weekend, West Hollywood Pool will be be closed from Fairfax Avenue to Pride-goers may take one of sev- Authority bus lines that connect to visit lapride.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 29 June 7, 2018

Metro continuestions Beverly and concerns addressed.Hills overconstruction environmental impacts of construc- Construction bond passes From page 1 Representatives from Metro and the city tion adjacent to Beverly Hills High Architect by the end of this year said they addressed many resident and School. In a statement released in May, From page 1 and so the passing of Measure BH to determine “baseline ambient noise business concerns during a period of out- Gold said he believes “a mutually allows for construction to occur,” levels” for future construction. Metro reach that began in September. agreed-upon settlement is in the best always served as a shining example school board member Isabel will also monitor vibration caused by “It’s worth the extra step of having the interests of the community.” But school of academic excellence and suc- Hacker added via email. “As a construction. meetings beforehand to get to yes,” she board members remain worried about a cess,” Superintendent Michael board member, I am humbled and The site formerly housed the Ace said. portion of the tunnel , including the Bregy said in a statement. “This recognize the significant will and Gallery. Before demolition, Metro will The council approved the permits 4-1. implications for student safety and future support from our community will commitment by voters who sup- remove asbestos from the site.Asbestos Councilman John Mirisch voted against construction on the high school site. allow our district to continue to lead ported Measure BH.” abatement work was completed in the approval, saying that the permits Metro has said it can build that portion of the way for generations to come.” Measure BH will levy 4.4 cents September, according to city staff, but should have been tied to the city’s mem- the tunnel safely. The project list for the high per $100 of assessed property some asbestos remains behind the orandum of agreement with Metro over The third and final phase of the Purple school includes a new gymnasium, value, $23.7 million annually, Wilshire Boulevard-facing facade. Purple Line construction. Line Extension will go from Century athletic fields, and access control according to the bond language. “Metro was not able to remove this “We need to have an MOA, we need City to Westwood. Metro anticipates and security systems. The largest The funding adds to Measure E, asbestos because it will require the to link it [to the demolition permits],” completing the project in 2026, ahead of budgeted item in the project list is approved by Beverly Hills voters in removal of the windows and the permit Mirisch said. the 2028 Summer Olympic and $85 million for the parking. School 2008 to issue $334 million in gen- issued for the abatement did not allow Mayor Julian Gold said there’s still “a Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. board members said during a recent eral obligation bonds. thisworkontheexteriorofthebuilding,” lot of work yet” to be done on the MOA. meeting that Metro’s Purple Line The measure is the school dis- according to a report to the council by Approving the permits now, he said, will Answers from page 23 Extension construction plans trict’s second attempt to bolster its Robert Welch, a city project manager, allow the work to conclude sooner in the underneath the high school forced funding for district construction. In and Raj Patel, a city building official. summer, as summer tourism descends the district to abandon a less-expen- November 2016, a $260 million “Metro is planning to perform this upon the city. sive plan to add parking. One pro- bond measure fell a few percentage remaining work after installing scaffold- “If we delay it a little bit, we’re the posed plan would require the dis- points short of passage. Measure Y ing on the Wilshire and Reeves side of ones who will pay the price,” Gold said. trict to make alterations to its foot- was by approximately 64 percent the site and before the start of the demo- No further work will be allowed at the ball field, adding to the cost. of Beverly Hills voters, but needed lition.” site until the MOA is approved, accord- At El Rodeo, the project list to reach a two-thirds majority Councilwoman Lili Bosse noted the ing to city staff. includes renovations to classrooms, because it was not approved by a lack of residents or business owners in The Purple Line project also faces two technology labs and the library. supermajority of school board council chambers to inquire about the pending lawsuits, one from the city of The new construction would also members. Board members Howard construction, and wanted to make sure Beverly Hills and another from the include additional earthquake and Goldstein, Noah Margo and Lisa they had opportunities to have their ques- Beverly Hills Unified School District fire safety, and repairing or replac- Korbatov supported Measure Y. ing roofs and electrical systems. Board members Mel Spitz and Isabel Hacker voted against it. Expenditures would be evaluated NOW by an independent audit. The district will also continue to “Without this funding, all of weigh its options for reconfiguring LEASING YOUR NEW HOME these critical improvements would its four K-8 schools. No decisions be in jeopardy,” Bregy said. are imminent, despite a recommen- “Measure BH contains provisions dation from Bregy earlier this year that clearly state these funds can to consolidate to three K-8 schools only be used for the specific pro- for next school year, followed by a jects listed. It is important that we transition to three K-5 schools and hold our school district completely one 6-8 middle school. The board accountable to our community so decided to keep the current config- that the progress promised is exact- uration in 2018-19 and evaluate a ly what we will be celebrating broader range of options. together in the months and years to School board members have said come.” new construction wouldn’t pre- “The district expects to have clude any particular option for approvals by the Division of State reconfiguration.

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Election results positive for House Democrats have tentatively run the table in the L.A.’s congress members were L.A.The Los Sparks Angeles Sparks to will hostthat produces Pride all of the LA Night Pride races for Congress, state Senate, safe. Rep Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) host their second annual Pride Week events, including the annu- state Assembly and several other received 67 percent of the vote and Night and Post-Game All- al Pride Parade and Festival. A offices, securing their spots on the will face Johnny J. Nalbandian, a Women’s Party on June 7 at 7 portion of event proceeds will November general election ballot Republican food industry business- p.m., when the Sparks host the benefit community-wide pro- versus the second-place finishers in man, who finished second with 27 Seattle Storm. grams like the CSW philan- each of those races. percent. After the game (approximately thropy, Casa del Sol, a joint pro- Results are semi-official. A total of Assemblyman (D- 9:30 p.m.), fans 21 and older are ject with APLA Health that pro- 952,633 ballots have been counted, Santa Monica), the only candidate on invited to the Staples Center City vides low-income housing to representing 18.53 percent of eligible the ballot in his bid for re-election in View Terrace Rooftop for the people living with HIV/AIDS. L.A. County voters, County Clerk the 50th District, received 100 per- pride event. The Staples Center is located Dean C. Logan announced on cent of the votes on the ballot. State This event doubles as a at 1111 S. Figueroa St. For infor- Wednesday. There are remaining Sen. Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) fundraiser for Christopher Street mation, visit vote-by-mail and provisional ballots finished first in his race for re-election West, the nonprofit organization bit.ly/LAPrideNight. to count, with updated results sched- in the 26th District against the sec- uled for June 8. The election is sched- ond-place finisher, real estate agent uled to be certified on June 29. Baron Bruno, an independent, and Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Santa Monica) the third-place finisher, community finished with 56 percent of the vote, organizer Mark Herd, a Libertarian. State superintendent launches and will face off against second-place The U.S. Senate race will come finisher Kenneth Weston Wright, a down to incumbent Democratic Sen. Republican and pediatric eye sur- Dianne Feinstein and state Sen. GlobalState Superintendent California of Public 2030The initiative builds on views geon, who had 36 percent. Kevin de Leon (D-Los Angeles), Instruction Tom Torlakson voters expressed clearly in 2016. “I’m thrilled that I got a significant who finished a distant second. announced “Global California By voting overwhelmingly to amount of support from voters across “[The primary] victory was Lieu 2030,” an initiative to vastly approve Proposition 58, a ballot the district last night,” Lieu said. because of you,” Feinstein tweeted to expand the teaching and learning of measure to eliminate barriers to Last year, when Lieu was named a her supporters on Tuesday night. public-commenter at Los Angeles world languages and the number of dual language immersion pro- regional vice chairman of the “Thanks so much for your support City Council and Board of students proficient in more than grams, voters sent a clear message Democratic Congressional and for your faith in me. Now it’s on Supervisors meetings. one language over the next 12 they want more immersion pro- Campaign Committee, he said there to November.” Incumbent county Assessor Jeff years. grams and the expanded teaching were three or four congressional In the following nonpartisan races, Prang fell a few percentage points The initiative aims to better pre- of languages. races in California where the organi- the top candidate is eligible to win short of 50 percent, placing him in the pare California students for the 21st Global California 2030 zation feared Democrats might get each race in the primary with at least November election against John century economy, broaden their enhances the diversity that is shut out of the general election due to 50 percent of the vote. Loew, deputy assessor, who finished perspective and understanding of already California’s strength. the state’s top two primary system, County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, second. the world, and strengthen the diver- California residents speak the alluding to the Orange County seats. 3rd District, has tentatively won re- Sheriff Jim McDonnell also fell sity of backgrounds and languages majority of languages heard on the But after last night, all races will election with more than 70 percent of just short of 50 percent, placing that make California’s culture and planet, and its 6.2 million public include a Democrat as the party tries the vote against second-place finisher him in the runoff with sheriff’s economy vibrant and dynamic. school students speak more than to recapture the House majority. Eric Preven, a journalist and frequent department Lt. Alex Villanueva. Studies show that the study of 72 languages ranging from language improves speakers’ abili- Spanish, Mandarin and ty in their first language and in Vietnamese to less frequently other subjects, builds self-confi- heard languages such as Mixteco, dence, and even delays the onset of Pashto and Tongan. Alzheimer’s and dementia. About one in five or 1.3 million KeepNearly 100 L.A. people gathered Beautiful to nizations. holds Together we cansummit create established at inCity 2007 and Hall is a city- Global California 2030 is a call students are English learners. An share ideas and plan for future change and continue to build a wide, volunteer-based community to action. Goals include having half estimated 1.2 million additional beautification projects to continue beautiful and sustainable Los improvement and education cam- of all K-12 students participate in students are proficient in English work towards making our commu- Angeles.” paign to engage residents, business- programs leading to proficiency in yet also have another language in nities cleaner, greener and more Presentations were given by var- es and local government in pro- two or more languages, either their background. This means that sustainable. ious city departments and offices grams that prevent litter and pro- through a class, a program or an over 40 percent of California’s K- Keep Los Angeles Beautiful, a that share the same vision of a clean mote the reduction of waste experience, by 2030; and quadru- 12 students already come to school Keep America Beautiful affiliate, and sustainable Los Angeles. The through reuse and recycling and pling the number of dual immer- with knowledge and experience in held its first-ever Beautification event program included the beautification projects. Through sion programs that teach languages at least two languages. Summit at Los Angeles City Hall to mayor’s office discussing the public-private partnerships and besides English from about 400 in Torlakson called on educators, bring together leaders and change- Sustainable Development Goals; strategic alliances, the organization 2017 to 1,600 in 2030. parents, legislators, community makers from local community- City Plants sharing the importance works with thousands of volunteers Torlakson kicked off the Global members and business leaders to based organizations for educational of trees for natural cooling shade to clean up, beautify and improve California 2030 initiative at help create a multilingual presentations, networking opportu- and clean air along with informa- neighborhoods to uphold the quali- Cahuenga Elementary School in California. Widespread support nities and a resource fair. tion about programs that bring free ty of life and protect community Los Angeles, which has a dual will be needed to expand access to “Today’s Keep Los Angeles trees to residents in Los Angeles; environments in the city of Los Korean/English immersion pro- world language classes, programs Beautiful Beautification Summit and MyLA311 demonstrating on Angeles. gram and three separate programs and experiences; train more bilin- was inspiring and resulted in con- how to report issues such as graffiti For information, visit dpw.lac- to help English learners, especially gual teachers; and improve the versations and ideas about beautifi- and bulky item removal on streets. ity.org/office-community-beautifi- students with Spanish as their first quality and availability of advanced cation projects in our local commu- In addition, attendees heard from cation. language. language classes. nities,” Board of Public Works Keep America Beautiful about the Commissioner Aura Garcia said. funding opportunities offered to its “We hope to have more events like affiliates that include grants for this in the future to continue provid- recycling programs, preventing cig- ing valuable information, sharing arette litter, and community innovative ideas, and networking cleanups and tree planting projects. with like-minded community orga- Keep Los Angeles Beautiful was

LADWP customers have recycled 170,000 refrigerators in 2003 Los Angeles Department of Water old, energy-guzzling refrigerator or and Power customers are helping to freezer, free of charge, for recycling conserve a significant amount of in a safe and environmentally friend- energy and reduce the emission of ly manner, and receive a $50 rebate. greenhouse gases by recycling their By recycling an old refrigerator or working, but energy inefficient, freezer, customers can reduce their refrigerators through two LADWP energy bill by up to $192 per year. programs. Using less electricity also reduces Since 2003, customers have turned greenhouse gas emissions. For fur- in 169,525 energy inefficient refriger- ther savings, customers can apply for ators to LADWP for recycling an additional rebate if they purchase a through both programs. The estimat- qualifying refrigerator from ed combined energy savings is equiv- LADWP’s Efficient Product alent to taking 32,000 homes off the Marketplace. The EPM provides cus- grid for a year. tomers with an opportunity to shop The RETIRE Program, which online for energy efficient products LADWP launched in 2003, stands from a single website, for “Refrigerator Turn-in and ladwp.com/epm. Recycle.” Through the program, res- For information, visit idential customers can turn in their ladwp.com/retire. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 31 June 7, 2018

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