Cops Share Guest Editorial: Crime Map What Homeless and Warn Count Means for “See Something - West Valley Say Something” Make Informed Choices 45th Assembly Candidates Speak Out See page 11 See Page 4 See Page 6 VolumeValley 34, Issue 13 A Compendious SourceVantage of Information May 31, 2018 News in Brief Primary Election is This Tuesday, June 5 Gosh, Steinmart Pulls Out of OSH The statewide primary of the year after allegations of For example, Robbins-Kasson A “For Lease” sign has gone up on the old OSH election is this coming Tuesday, sexual misconduct. and Patel have both endorsed at Fallbrook and Victory, for the last year rumored to June 5. The June 5 ballot has the Jesse Gabriel, for the special become a Steinmart. However, according to leasing agent The hottest contest - at least names of the two candidates, election run-off election. Elan Shukartsi of Olive Branch Properties, the owners are for the west valley and Las Jesse Gabriel (D) and Justin Clark To add to the confusion, the looking at other leases. “Steinmart isn’t sure they are ready Virgenes - is the Special Election (R) twice, because they appear information for the 45th Assembly to go in,” said Shukartsi. “The company is reevaluating to replace Matt Dababneh for the both on the ballot to determine District election does not appear their western expansion and we came to mutual terms to 45th Assembly District seat. who will serve out the term until in the Statewide Direct Primary find a new tenant.” He toldValley News Group that they are The June 5 ballot can be December, and then again for the Voter Information Guide received in advanced negotiations with another large user, but was confusing - as it has two different new term of the Assembly seat. by voters in the mail. That’s unable to release details until lease documents are signed. votes for the same office - but for Also on the ballot for the because the election for Assembly different periods. new term beginning 2019 are is being handled by the County “Still Saving Lives” Car Show The top two candidates in the candidates Ankur Patel, Ray of Los Angeles. Each Assembly April election are running against Bishop, Dan Brin, Jeff Bornstein member is elected by the county Saturday in Warner Park one another to finish Dababneh’s and Tricia Robbins- Kasson. that they represent – not the state. The 15th annual “Still Saving Lives” Car Show and original term, which ends After the April election most More election information Safety Fair will be held Saturday, June 2 from 9 am to December 18, 2018. Dababneh candidates stopped campaigning and candidate statements can be 2 pm at Warner Center Park. See the valley’s biggest resigned the seat at the beginning and endorsed other candidates. found in this paper on page four. card show, the SWAT, K-9 and bomb squad units, the LAPD motorcycle drill team and off-road unit, and the L.A. Firemen’s Relief Association displays. There will be live music and food trucks. Proceeds benefit LAPD, LA Firemen’s Relief and Valley Traffic Division. The Summer Concerts in Park Kick Off June 10 park is located at 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd.. For more This summer’s popular world starring Shawn Klush and information visit www.vtac-vtdorg. “Concerts on the Green” in Justin Shandor. In the last two Warner Park kick off Sunday, years Shandor and his manager Ante Up! Play Poker for $10,000 in Prizes June 10. Valley Cultural Center’s have created the World’s Ultimate Executive Director Nora Ross The Rotary Clubs of Woodland Hills and Calabasas Elvis Band made up of horns, says the season covers “The King will present a Rotary Casino Nite and Texas Hold ‘Em gospel singers, strings and rhythm of Rock” to the “King of Pop.” Poker Tournament to benefit Rotary’s fight to end section that has cloned the music Each concert will be preceded human trafficking on Sunday, June 3 beginning at 5 pm. of an Elvis’ 70’s show. The goal by a show from the new The special honoree will be Rotary Governor of District is simple – to create the best Elvis “Emerging Artist Showcase.” 5280 Cozette Vergari. Host for the evening is actor Mark show in the world! Those artists will start at DeCarlo. Dinner and drink included with both Casino Nite All concerts begin at 6 pm in approximately 5:30 p.m. and play ($125) or Poker Tournament ($200) fee. There will be large Warner Park, Topanga Canyon until 6:15 p.m. with the regular – live and silent auction items - and $10,000 in final table Blvd. and Califa Street. There headliner performance beginning prizes. The tournament will be held at the Canyon Club, will be a variety of food trucks at approximately 6:30 p.m. 28912 Roadside Drive. For tickets and information visit in the park for picknicking. The first show on June 10 www.rotarycasinonite.com or call Gary Stines at 518-7311, For a complete listing of the features the most successful Lonnie Mintz at 298-1108 or Jeff Stern at 398-9350. concert schedule visit www. touring Elvis tribute show in the Justin Shandor as Elvis. valleycultural.org. Page 2, Valley News Group, May 31, 2018 Community Community Calendar Calabasas: The City of Calabasas will hold an electronic waste roundup this Saturday, June 2 from 10 am to 3 pm. Bring your old electronics and appliances to Albertsons parking lot, 26521 Agoura Road (west of Las Virgenes). For a list of acceptable items visit www. cityofcalabasas.com. Canoga Park: The West San Fernando Valley Stamp Club meets the first Tuesday and third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm. The club meets at 8901 Eton Avenue in the community room. For more information all 939-2902 or email [email protected]. Tarzana: The West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce and Bob Blumenfield will present the “Taste of Tarzana” on Friday, June 1 from 6 to 8 pm. Enjoy tastes from local restaurants and sips from exhibitors pouring beer, wine and spirits, plus music and entertainment. The event will be held at Tarzana Community and Cultural Center, 19130 Ventura Blvd. For more information call 347-4737. Topanga: Visit working artists’ studios at the Topanga Canyon Gallery Studio Tour this Saturday and Sunday, June 2 and 3; Saturday 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance online or at the gallery; $20 at the gallery June 2 and 3. Topanga Canyon Gallery is located at 120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd. visit www.topangacanyongallery.com. Winnetka: Volunteers are needed for a community tree planting on Saturday, June 9 from 9 am to noon. Join Bob Blumenfield and the Community Beautification BobCAT at James Jordan Middle School, 7911 Winnetka Avenue. To RSVP call 774-4330 or sign up at blumenfield.lacity.org/winnetka_tree_planting. Calabasas: Bring your new and emerging reader (grades K-3) to the Calabasas Library on Saturday, June 2, to share in a unique reading program. Reservations will begin at 11 am in the library. The program Get your tickets before they are gone! is from 11:30 – 1:30 pm. Each child will have 15 minutes to read to a dog. Therapy dogs, trained through Pet Partners, will sit (or lie!) and listen while your child experiences the joy of reading aloud. For more information, please call the library at 225-7616 or visit the website at The Rotary Clubs of Calabasas http://www.cityofcalabasas.com/library.html. West Hills: The West Hills Neighborhood Council will meet on Thursday, June 7 at 7 pm. The meeting will be held at deToledo High School, & Woodland Hills 22622 Vanowen Street. For more information visit www.westhillsnc.org. PROUDLY PRESENT THE Winnetka: The SFVSO Jazz Band will preform songs from the Great American Songbook on Wednesday, June 6 at 8 pm. Rotary Casino Nite & Texas They will play at Winnetka Bowl’s “Lane 33,” 20122 Vanowen Street. There is free admission and a two drink minimum (including Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament soft drinks, juice and bottled water). No one under 21 admitted. To Benefit Rotary’s Fight to End Human Trafficking With Special Honoree, Governor Cozette Vergari, District 5280 Sunday Night June 3rd, 2018 World Famous Canyon Club in Agoura Doors Open at 5:00 PM Evening events hosted by Mark DeCarlo Dinner & Drink included with both Casino Nite $125 or Poker Tournament $200 Entry Fee Fabulous Live & Silent Auction Items Over $10,000 in Final Table Prizes! Tickets & Info @ www.rotarycasinonite.com Gary Stines @ 818-518-7311 or [email protected] Lonnie Mintz @ 818-298-1108 or [email protected] Jeff Stern @ 818-398-9350 or [email protected] The ROTARY CLUB OF WOODLAND HILLS - Federal Tax ID #95-3455653 Valley News Group, May 31, 2018 Page 3 SHOP. EAT. DRINK. PLAY. 2 HOURS FREE GARAGE PARKING THIS SUMMER AT THE VILLAGE May 26–September 3 For more details, visit: westfield.com/topanga @WestfieldTopanga #WestfieldTopanga Page 4, Valley News Group, May 31, 2018 ELECTION 2018 Meet Candidates for the 45th Assembly Seat Jeff Bornstein Justin Clark By Jeff Bornstein By Richard Sherman My campaign is not like the Justin Clark - The Real Deal. others in this race. I am a solid When I first heard that Justin progressive on most issues, Clark, a 19-year-old college such as supporting single payer student, was running for State health care, making public Assembly in the 45th Assembly colleges much more affordable, District, I was quite skeptical.