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VOL . LVI NO. 36

SEPT. 4, 2020

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On Nov. 3, Beverly Hills voters will cast ballots in the Special Municipal Election for Ballot Measure RP, the Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) school board election, and of course, the national Presidential General Election. In preparation for the voting process, the City Clerk’s office has presented possible locations for vote centers that meet COVID-19 restrictions and vote-by-mail (VBM) Drop Boxes. The discussions during the Sept. 1 City Council Study Session also addressed concerns from the public regarding

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COVID-19 is affecting voting procedures for the Nov. 3 General Election. Photo courtesy of Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder

BY SAMUEL BR ASLOW

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Voters will have three specific ways to cast their ballots: vote-by-mail via USPS, in-person voting and secure Drop Boxes, where voters can deposit their ballots to be collected later by election officials. All registered voters in Los Angeles County will receive a vote-by-mail ballot via UPS that they can fill out and mail back beginning Oct. 5, with postage already included. (Voting Procedures continues on page 12)

Councilmember Mirisch Calls for COVID-19 Social Justice Numbers Continue to Improve

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the reliability of the United States Postal Service (USPS), measures being taken to ensure a fair election, resources for voters, protections against voter fraud and how to safely vote this November. “While we really can't say for sure what our situation will be in November, we have no choice but to plan based on information we have today,” said City Clerk Huma Ahmed. “And that is, we are still in a global pandemic due to COVID-19 and that there is still a declared emergency in place.”

Councilmember John Mirisch Councilmember John Mirisch made an unscheduled call for social justice during the Sept. 1 City Council Regular Meeting. In

response to the recent shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin of Jacob Blake, Mirisch made a statement outlining three policy suggestions for improving oversight of the Beverly Hills Police Department and ensuring equitable treatment of people of color within the City. Additionally, he also took issue with the City Prosecutor’s recent decision to prosecute 25 protesters for misdemeanor curfew violations on June 26. Near the start of the meeting, as Mayor Lester Friedman asked for any City Council member or committee reports, Mirisch’s hand rose inside his square Zoom window. “I don’t know if you saw my text,” Mirisch told the Mayor. “I wanted to make a few comments, if I might, of my own, on the Jacob Blake case.” “I didn’t see your text, but I’m looking for it now. Go ahead,” responded Friedman. ( John Mirisch continues on page 7)

BY SAMUEL BR ASLOW

Los Angeles County continues to log positive numbers in the battle against COVID-19. Even while it remains in the state’s restrictive category, L.A. will begin allowing limited, on-campus operation for schools, as well as limited inside operations of hair salons and barbershops. As of Sept. 3, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed 61 new deaths and 1,193 new cases of COVID-19. The total number of cases in the County now stands at 244,999, with a total of 5,932 deaths. The number of confirmed cases in Beverly Hills is 618. (COVID-19 continues on page 7)

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DRIVE-IN TO ERASE MS 6:30 p.m. Arrivals; 7:30 p.m. Entertainment

ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA FOUNDATION: 45TH ANNUAL GRACIE ONLINE AWARDS 7 p.m.

Join for the reimaged gala for 2020, “Drive-In to Erase MS,” and enjoy a night out for a good cause at the Rose Bowl during this time of social distancing. Live performances by Andy Grammar, Eric Benét, and Siedah Garrrett, live auction, dinner and fashion show. The event is hosted by Nancy Davis honoring Jason Davis. Celebrate from your car in a safe manner with the audio transmitted to a synced FM radio or signal. Funding research is the core focus of the foundation and all funds raised support its Center Without Walls program, a selected network of top MS research centers. Limited tickets are available at https:// shop.erasems.org/collections/tickets. https://www.driveintoerasems.org/

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HAUSER & WIRTH: “MARK BRADFORD QUARANTINE PAINTINGS” ONLINE EXHIBITION Hauser & Wirth presents an online exhibition of new works by Los Angeles based artist Mark Bradford. Created during the COVID-19 quarantine dictated by L.A. County’s stay-at-home order, this series finds the artist exploring the nature of art in isolation and what it means to create in a time of intense societal indetermination. https://www.hauserwirth.com/

Join for the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation’s (AWMF) 45th annual Gracie Awards, which will air live on AWMF’s Facebook page. The virtual event will recognize honoree Katy Perry with the Gracie Impact Award, which is presented to an artist who has made a positive impact on society through their music. Dr. Sanjay Gupta will deliver a tribute to frontline journalists who covered breaking news regarding the COVID19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter movement, and talented women in television, radio, and digital media will be honored for their contributions to media this year. https://allwomeninmedia.org/the-45thannual-gracie-awards-announce-all-starvirtual-experience-happening-live-onseptember-10th/

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THE SANTA MONICA PLAYHOUSE: THEATRE CLASSES ON ZOOM

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LOS ANGELES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: SUMMERFEST VIRTUAL CONCERT FEATURING ROSSINI SONATAS AND JAZZ 5 p.m. Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO), ranked among the world’s top musical ensembles, concludes its popular SummerFest series with a free virtual concert featuring LACO Principal bass David Grossman on three Rossini sonatas and an extended jazz solo. Joining Grossman are LACO artists Carrie Kennedy, violin; Joel Pargman, violin; and Trevor Handy, cello. https://www.laco.org/summerfest/

The Santa Monica Playhouse is now offering its theatre workshop on Zoom, with theatre classes available for youth ages 7 to 14, as well as for adults. Online sessions for youth include theatre games, voice and movement, imagination building, writing, costume creation, camera technique, and performing a Zoom play on the last day of class. Online sessions for adults focus on improvisation, writing, scene study, monologue building, physical expression, and creating an online performance. All classes meet weekly. http://SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com

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THE MUSIC CENTER AND KCET: “THE MUSIC CENTER’S SPOTLIGHT VIRTUAL GRAND FINALE” 8 p.m. on Sept. 9; 7 p.m. on Sept. 19 SEPT. 7

HOLOCAUST MUSEUM LA “HOLOCAUST DISTORTION: MASSACRE OF MEMORY” 7 p.m. Join the Israeli-American Civic Action Network and Holocaust Museum LA for a historic online event bringing together four pivotal people fighting Holocaust distortion in Lithuania, preventing its spread across Europe, and ensuring the memory of victims and survivors will be honored and never forgotten. Hear incredible stories and learn how to help preserve the memory of the Holocaust. https://www.holocaustmuseumla.org/ event-details/finding-a-needle-in-ahaystack-the-auschwitz-album

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The Music Center and KCET present the 32nd annual “Music Center's Spotlight Virtual Grand Finale” on KCET as part of its weekly arts and culture series on Sept. 9, and on PBS SoCal (KOCE) on Sept. 19. “The Music Center’s Spotlight” is a free nationally recognized annual arts training and scholarship program for Southern California high school students of all talents and abilities. In addition to mentoring throughout the year-long program, including classes with experts, audition opportunities and life skills advice, each finalist receives a $5,000 cash scholarship and the opportunity for a finale performance, which this year takes place with online video submissions. https://www.musiccenter.org/ spotlightfinale

online starting with “A View from the Moon.” Set in a tropical paradise in which a COVID stranded couple has run out of money, an entitled rich woman thinks she can buy their gratitude and the affection of the hotel proprietor. There will be five other 15-minute musicals to see in the upcoming weeks. http://nmi.org/online/ NOW

HAMMER AT HOME – “PATTERNS FOUND IN THE WORLD: LUCHITA HURTADO & ADRIANNA CAMPBELL” Artist Luchita Hurtado's expansive career was marked by a rigorous commitment to experimentation, as demonstrated by her body landscapes from the 1960s and 1970s, on view in “Made in L.A. 2018.” In light of her passing, Hammer shares online a 2018 conversation between Hurtado and Adrianna Campbell, a writer and art history doctoral candidate at the CUNY Graduate Center specializing in modern and contemporary American art, about the artist's practice. https://hammer.ucla.edu/programsevents/2018/07/patterns-found-in-theworld-luchita-hurtado-and-andriannacampbell

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HAMMER AT HOME: “BLACK PANTHER” Q&A WITH CHADWICK BOSEMAN, LUPITA NYONG’O AND ANGELA BASSETT In light of Chadwick Boseman's passing, Hammer Museum shares a post-screening conversation with Boseman, Lupita Nyong'o, Angela Bassett, and the Museum of Modern Art's Raj Roy. In “Black Panther,” following the tragic death of his father, crown prince T’Challa (Boseman) returns to the kingdom of Wakanda to take the throne. T’Challa’s plans to continue his father’s legacy are disrupted by the arrival of a challenger who intends to reveal Wakanda’s concealed technological utopia to the world and disrupt the long-held peace. https://hammer.ucla.edu/ programs-events/2018/12/black-panther NOW

THE LA PHIL: THE FORD ONLINE VIRTUAL SEASON The LA Phil launches The Ford online virtual season celebrating the diverse community of artists served by The Ford. The online programs were created in response to the venue’s closure due to COVID-19 and will be posted on a variety of platforms, including Facebook Premiere, YouTube, Instagram, Zoom, and the website. https://www.theford.com/ NOW

NEW MUSICALS INC. VIRTUAL THEATRE Join for New Musicals Inc.’s virtual theatre with shows that were to be presented live on stage, which have been adapted for the screen. Enjoy six 15-minute free musicals

NOW - THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS

HOLLYWOOD BOWL SUPPER TO GO 4 – 7 p.m. Bring the Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine experience home. James Beard Award winners Caroline Styne and Suzanne Goin are offering delicious meals prepared daily in their on-site kitchen, all paired with excellent wines. Enjoy to-go, safe, contactless pickup meals and order in advance for the best availability. https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/visit/ when-youre-here/food-wine/supper-to-go NOW - WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS

CAYTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: OUTDOOR CREATIVE ARTS PROGRAM 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join for free outdoor creative arts outside Cayton Children’s Museum on Level 3 at Santa Monica Place. Cayton Children’s Museum is bringing the museum outdoors with Cayton Creators' Outdoor Community Program. It is a mobile museum experience that offers communities access to the creative arts and values-based learning during the pandemic and beyond. Activities are designed around social distancing and will be focused on bringing the organization’s social impact vision to life through visual art, performance art, communal artmaking and play for children up to age 10 and their families. https://caytonmuseum.org/

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News Beverly Hills City Auditor Delivers Real Estate Report

Beverly Hills City Council to Record Additional Meetings

BY SAMUEL BR ASLOW

The Beverly Hills City Council heard the findings of an audit of the City’s property management operations at its Sept. 1 Study Session. The audit offered a glimpse at the totality of the City’s commercial real estate portfolio and suggested improvements to the management thereof. “The recommendations for improving internal controls provided in this report are vital to improving the City’s real estate operations,” City Auditor Eduardo Luna wrote in a letter presenting the audit to the Council. The City of Beverly Hills owns an extensive portfolio of commercial real estate, which it leases for the public benefit and for investment purposes. This latest audit determined that the City owns approximately 57 leased properties, including parking locations, open space, and properties with big-named tenants like Ferragamo, WilliamsSonoma, Whole Foods and Google. Between the fiscal years of 2016/17 to 2018/19, the years assessed by the audit, the City generated approximately $17 million, $17.8 million, and $18.6 million in revenue respectively from its leases.

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In 2016, the City restructured its real estate operations after it discovered improper activity by then-Real Estate and Property Manager Brenda Lavender, who served in that role from 2012 to 2015. In 2018, Lavender pled guilty to felony grand theft connected to an embezzlement investigation. In a Jan. 18, 2018 press release, the Beverly Hills Police Department noted,” “From 2012 to 2015, Ms. Lavender, the former Real Estate and Property Manager for the City, failed to collect obligated lease payments from a tenant occupying a City-owned property. In addition, she intentionally failed to report to the City that the tenant was in arrears for these lease payments…At the time of the crime, Ms. Lavender’s job responsibilities included the oversight and collection of monthly lease payments from City-owned properties. The aggregate uncollected lease payments over the three-year period exceed $800,000.” The City overhauled the system as a result. (Audit Report continues on page 12)

At the Sept. 1 Beverly Hills City Council Study Session, a majority of the Council agreed to begin recording City Council Liaison and some Ad Hoc Committee meetings. Currently, the City only records Regular Meetings and Study Sessions. The Council grappled with the issue of recording Ad Hoc meetings that discussed sensitive information. They also debated the value of live broadcasts. But ultimately, all members of the Council voiced some degree of support for the proposition. E a c h ye a r, t h e M ayo r p i c k s Councilmembers to serve as liaisons to commissions or staff. The two Council liaisons on a commission can only provide input and feedback on projects, commission agendas, and other topics. Only a majority of Councilmembers can give direction. Similar to City Council and Commission meetings, liaison meetings are open to the public and have their agendas and supporting materials published ahead of time. Some committees meet regularly, but most take place only as needed. In contrast to Liaison Committees, Ad Hoc Committees are formed by the Mayor for review of a specific area or specific issue and only exist for a limited amount of time. Some examples include the COVID-19 Ad Hoc Committee, the COVID-19 Business Recovery Assistance Task Force, and the Metro MOA/Mayor’s Subway Task Force. Complicating the question of recording, some Ad Hoc Committees deal with items that may contain sensitive information. The matter of recording the meetings was first taken up by Councilmember Lili Bosse, Vice Mayor Robert Wunderlich, City Clerk Huma Ahmed, and Assistant City Manager Nancy Hunt-Coffey. Collectively, they comprise the Sunshine Task Force. “It just so happened that there was a confluence of various people asking for us to consider this item, so that is why we have Vice Mayor Wunderlich, Councilmember Bosse and the Sunshine Task Force on this

request,” said Hunt-Coffey in the Study Session. The proposition arrived before the City Council during a time in which the City has gone virtual with all its meetings. In many ways, this makes the City’s job easier. "As far as recording virtual meetings, it is a very inexpensive proposition,” HuntCoffey laid out. “The cost of this would be less than $1,000, and that is simply to provide the equipment to allow for backup recordings should the primary means of recording fail." The question becomes much more complicated and potentially costly, once the City Council returns to its home in City Hall. Currently, only three rooms in City Hall have television, audio, and video capabilities. Due to the large number of meetings, Hunt-Coffey noted that one or more rooms may have to be outfitted with recording equipment. She stated that previous costs to outfit a room have ranged from $150,000 to $200,000. Hunt-Coffey shared that the Sunshine Task Force has also discussed televising meetings live and replaying meetings on cable television. But before going through with this, Hunt-Coffey recommended first researching a cost estimate for equipment and additional employee resources. Councilmember Bosse expressed full support for the proposition. For one, she said, recordings of Liaison and Ad Hoc meetings would give her and her other Councilmembers the chance to watch the meetings they did not attend. More than that, she stressed that the proposal would strengthen public involvement in the City’s democratic process. “From my perspective,” she said, “this is money very well spent for transparency and for the future. I highly support this and I hope that we all move forward.” (City Council continues on page 7)

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New Name for L.A. Museum of the Holocaust

Israeli Fire Crew Aids State Firefighting Efforts

BY ANA FIGUEROA

Israeli crew is helping out in California Some 14,000 firefighters are deployed across the state of California this week, battling more than 20 major fires and lightning complexes. Last weekend, a team of 10 Israeli firefighters joined their ranks. The crew from Israel Fire and Rescue Services received a call for help from Governor Newsom's office. Shortly thereafter, they packed up their gear and spent 15 hours traveling to the Golden State. “Within 72 hours, Israel rapidly dispatched firefighters to assist in the battle against the wildfires in California. This is a demonstration of the deep friendship and commitment

Israel feels to our allies in the United States,” Hillel Newman, Consul General of Israel for the Pacific Southwest, told the Courier. The Israeli firefighters are now assisting in the battle against some of the largest wildfires in the state's history. They are set to be on the fire lines with Cal Fire for about two weeks. For now, the fires are primarily located in Northern California. But, if past seasons are any indication, that could change quite easily. Temperatures in the Southland are expected to reach record highs over the upcoming Labor Day weekend. In lending a hand to California, the Israeli crews expect to encounter conditions similar to those they deal with back home. “It's a Mediterranean-weather area. The vegetation pretty much reminds us of our home country and we are also fighting wildland fires in the same season that you have, so we are familiar with the needs and the threat to homes and civilians,” said Fire Lieutenant Idan Braun.

New logo for Holocaust Museum LA The Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust is now Holocaust Museum Los Angeles with a new logo and expanded vision for the future. The first survivor-founded Holocaust museum in the United States traces its origins to the 1960s, when a group of survivors met and discovered that each of them had a photograph, document or personal item from before the war. They decided that these artifacts needed a permanent home where they could be displayed safely and in perpetuity. They also wanted a place to memorialize their dead and help to educate the public so that no one would ever forget. Since 1961, the museum has provided free Holocaust education to students and visitors from across Los Angeles, the United States and the world, fulfilling the mission of the founding Holocaust survivors to commemorate, educate and inspire. The museum is open seven days a week and admission is free. “Holocaust Museum Los Angeles is a subtle, simple and powerful way of pivoting from being Los Angeles-centric to Holocaust education for the city to additionally expand to the rest of the the world,” said Beth Kean, CEO, Holocaust Museum LA. Kean told the Courier, “In this day in age we knew it was vital that our voice be heard loudly and clearly to come to the aid of society and humanity. This new name and logo are grabbing attention at a time when SEPT. 4, 2020

our country needs more conversations and we want to be a leader in those discussions." Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, over 20,000 students a year visited the museum to learn about the Holocaust and meet with survivors. Holocaust Museum LA still conducts its education programs virtually, including student tours, survivor speakers and other specialized programs. It has a plethora of resources that can be used virtually, including teacher guides and training. The new logo, an image of a hand lined by barbed wire, is a traditional symbol of protection. “The hand is a universal way of communicating and sharing emotions and gestures,” said Michele Gold, board chair, Holocaust Museum LA. “It is symbolic of our identity and values in the fight for justice and overcoming adversity. It also sends a message to stop the hate and bigotry, which is more important in our country and the world than it’s ever been.” The museum will unveil an expanded slate of virtual programming at its livestreamed virtual gala on Oct. 21. The event will feature appearances by Jason Alexander, Ray Allen, Jack Black, Billy Crystal, Beanie Feldstein, Morgan Freeman, Josh Gad, Gal Gadot, Tiffany Haddish, Richard Lewis, Ben Platt, Anika Poitier, Sidney Poitier, Paul Shaffer, Marc Shaiman, Ben Stiller, Henry Winkler and host Melissa Rivers. For more information, visit https://holocaustmuseumla.org/.

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The Scene Labor Day - New in Beverly Hills and Beyond BY CAROLE DIXON

Shutters on the Beach 1 Pico Courtyard On a typical holiday weekend, travel would probably be on your agenda. Due to COVID19, many people are sticking close to home this Labor Day. Here are five fun, new ways to indulge safely while evoking memories of the U.K., South of France, Japan and even the East Coast. Lunch on The Terrace at The Maybourne Luxury British brand The Maybourne Hotel Group, of Claridge’s and The Connaught fame in London, has recently reopened in the old Montage space on Canon Drive. For dining, The Terrace still has the ample patio space overlooking the garden square and Mr. Brainwash sculpture. Local Executive Chef Kaleo Adams, who has a pedigree from the Beverly Hills Hotel and the Proper in Santa Monica, was brought in to spearhead the kitchen and Mediterraneaninspired comfort menu. “I’ve spent the better part of the last two decades fostering close relationships with some of the best producers in California,” Adams told the Courier. “Locally-sourced ingredients are the foundation of this menu. To celebrate the incredible bounty we have at our fingertips, I’m excited to be serving fresh, seasonal dishes that guests and locals want to enjoy every day,” he said. To that end, they serve Half Moon Bay crab and peaches, smoked trout salad with Carpinteria avocados and grapefruit, a decadent homemade corn agnolotti with black truffle, whole branzino or Snake River Farms filet mignon with black garlic butter. Start the meal with a Beverly Hills G&T that includes St. Germain and Laurent-Perrier Champagne or a glass of rosé from their own wine label, Chateau La Coste in Provence and you will feel magically transported to France. Dinner and a Movie Under the Stars If the drive-in movie trend is not for you, the Westfield Century City has embraced the open-air movie concept in its atrium plaza with a big screen in a plant-filled setting. Social distancing is on point with chic yellow

Westfield Century City Movie Night cabanas dotted around the space where the “Come See” movie series runs through Sept. 11. Book a cabana for the family and ticket holders will receive a complimentary goodie bag from Pixi Beauty and Sugar Factory, face masks, a no-touch tool key and hand sanitizer, plus a $25 surprise dining gift card to go towards a picnic-style dinner during the movie (some of the options include Eataly or HRB sushi). And, to keep the family fun going, Trivia Nights will also be coming to the cabanas later in September once the movie series ends. Expert Sushi in Robertson Plaza Across the street from the Chanel boutique on Robertson, Shōwa Hospitality has brought Sushi TAMA to Los Angeles. The premium offerings were curated by Chef Hideyuki Yoshimoto of the world-renowned Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo. When indoor dining is allowed again, there is a sleek wooden counter-bar for watching the action, but for now, this spot on the edge of the Robertson Plaza offers outdoor patio and sidewalk seating along with a robust to-go menu. The menu of freshly caught fish includes a rotating selection of sashimi, maki, temaki and nigiri constructed into dishes with high-quality nori and rice from Japan. Carryout offerings are simple preparations designed to travel well, including donburi rice bowls topped with pristine cuts of fish and a do-it-yourself temaki kit featuring a variety of sashimi with fillings such as ikura and cucumber, portioned sushi rice and toasted nori. An omakase nigiri set (10 pieces) is also available for $45. They also carry a small but excellent selection of sake by the bottle or a refreshing lemon and soju cocktail to go. Pints on a British Pub Patio Michelin-star Chef Brendan Collins of Fia in Santa Monica has gone back to his British roots with Market Tavern at the Original Farmers Market. Acclaimed musician and bar owner, Gary Twinn, teamed up with Collins to bring his “fantasy pub” to life and change the misconceptions

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about British cuisine on their sizable patio. “My vision was to combine the contemporary London gastropub experience with the sex appeal of a hip L.A. eatery, throw in a bit of rock n’ roll music, sports TV, and situate it at my favorite place to hang out,” said Twinn. “And, where else can you get a Michelin-star chef making your fish and chips?” Pub dishes with a California twist include savory pies, such as the vegan-veggie friendly “Impossible Shepherd’s” or bangers and mash with “Beyond Sausage.” And, those fish and chips are a hearty portion of beer-battered rock cod (large enough for two) and hand-cut potato chips with house-made tartar sauce. For dessert, Chef Collins also rolls out a rich sticky toffee pudding cake topped with caramel ice cream or a lighter, fruit-forward Eaton Mess. For beer, expect plenty of specialty imports from across the pond, along with the debut of Market Tavern Lager, developed in partnership with Figueroa Mountain in Santa Barbara. Collins also brings back his famous Sunday Roast from 12 to 4 p.m. every Sunday with roast beef and horseradish, roast chicken with sage and onion stuffing, or lamb leg and mint sauce with all the trimmings, including Yorkshire pudding. Don’t miss the giant wall collage that pays homage to 60s and 70s British musical greats such as The Rolling Stones, The Clash and the Sex Pistols shot by iconic photographer Dennis Morris. “It has everything I love about a good pub—the food, the ambiance, a great pint, and

a friendly face,” said Collins. Champagne Cart Courtyard at the Beach Shutters on the Beach has been a major draw for a Santa Monica escape for decades. The Courtyard at 1 Pico has the same seaside appeal. The newly opened venue features cozy sofas and small tabletops strategically placed in the central tree courtyard, surrounded by romantic hanging lanterns and candlelight. Chef David Almany and Corporate Food and Beverage Director Franck Savoy (son of three-star Michelin Chef Guy Savoy) have completely transformed the hotel entrance, which is reminiscent of a breezy patio at a stately home in Martha’s Vineyard. “Our guests as well as our local customers are loving the number of alfresco options we now have between Shutters on the Beach and [sister property] Hotel Casa del Mar. It was my goal that each outdoor venue would have its own unique personality, menu, and ambiance. They had to be true culinary experiences,” said Savoy. A roving Champagne cart brings kir royale cocktails to the table or sparkling rosé to accompany whole fish entrees, pasta dishes or lighter plates of grilled prawns on a bed of Greek eggplant or Hamachi crudo garnished with jalapeño. The chef’s popular salted caramel popcorn sundae also makes an appearance on this menu for an indulgently sweet summer ending.

Gary Twinn and Brendan Collins at Market Tavern

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( John Mirisch continued from page 1) “First of all, we can’t ignore the world around us,” he said, “and when it comes to the potential prosecution of protesters, my very personal opinion is that we should show compassion and understanding while also making sure that our residents and residential neighborhoods remain safe.” According to Beverly Hills spokesperson Keith Sterling, neither the Mayor nor the City Council were involved in the decision to prosecute the protesters for the misdemeanor charges. Given its size, the City outsources its prosecutorial needs to an outside firm, Dapeer, Rosenblit & Litvak. The firm filed a misdemeanor complaint naming 25 protestors on Aug. 14. “The prosecutor has an ethical duty to determine before he files any charges whether there is probable cause to support those charges,” City Attorney Laurence Wiener later explained in response to questions from Mirisch. “They don’t make a judgment either way regarding whether or not this is a good prosecution or a bad prosecution from a political standpoint, and in fact, he doesn’t take direction from the City Council or the Mayor or even me regarding whether he should do that or not.” “I’m not sure on what basis you talk about independent or ethical judgement,” Mirisch responded. “It seems to me somewhat arbitrary. I think none of us who are on the Council have even ever met the so-called City Prosecutor. Especially when it comes to issues that are high profile like now, or maybe very unusual, the whole thing seems a bit odd.” By comparison, Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey and L. A. City Attorney Mike Feuer announced that neither the county nor the city would prosecute protesters in connection with curfew violations. The decision came after the ACLU and Black Lives Matter challenged the constitutionality of its curfews in court filings. The remainder of Mirisch’s address responded to comments made by Clippers Head Coach and President of Operations Doc Rivers at a press conference about the Blake shooting.

“Clippers coach and basketball legend Doc Rivers said, ‘We’ve got to do better, but we’ve got to demand better,’” Mirisch said. “We all need to demand better of our law enforcement system that enforces laws unevenly and our justice system that serves justice unequally.” In the press conference, Rivers noted, “We’ve been hung, we’ve been shot, and all you do is keep hearing about fear. It’s amazing why we keep loving this country, and this country does not love us back.” “Nobody should have to feel that way,” said Mirisch. “Nobody should ever have to give their son ‘the talk.’ Nobody should ever be treated as less than anybody else because of their skin color or any other quality outside of their own personal character.” Mirisch then urged the council to take up three “actionable items,” including reforms to the Police Officer’s Bill of Rights. “The Police Officer’s Bill of Rights gives those protecting and serving us in some cases more rights than the rest of us and it needs to be reformed,” he said. He also called for the creation of “an independent investigative prosecutorial agency” to deal specifically with allegations of police abuse and misconduct, saying, “Because of the inherently close relationship between the DA and PD, it’s difficult, if not impossible, for a DA to be fully objective.” Lastly, Mirisch repeated his request for the City’s independent auditor to perform a “full and independent audit of our city’s use of force policy and make recommendations for areas of improvement.” “Each one of us, wherever we are, should be able to say or sing those classic words from the musical Oklahoma, ‘I don’t say that I’m no better than anybody else, but I’ll be damned if I ain’t just as good,’” Mirisch said. Directly addressing the coach, Mirisch said: “Finally, I want to say Doc Rivers, I hear you and I’ll be damned if you ain’t just as good. I admire you and your demand for social justice and racial equality, and I stand with you. And I can’t speak for this country, but I love you and so should we all.”

(City Council continued from page 4) The venture would also address a common complaint by constituents, according to Vice Mayor Wunderlich. "Despite the considerable efforts we make to try and make information available, it really is a pretty common complaint we hear [that] the public wasn't really aware of something in particular that was happening," he said. Wunderlich said that the Ad Hoc Meetings would be "more of a mixed bag" and that many would need to remain private. "I took a look back over the Ad Hoc Meetings that I've taken part in over my time and many of them, probably most of them, have included some information that would put the City at a disadvantage if it were to be disclosed,” explained Wunderlich, citing

City negotiations and litigation. While still indicating support for recording Liaison Meetings, councilmember Dr. Julian Gold expressed the deepest reservations over doing the same with Ad Hoc Meetings. “I would be more inclined to start with Liaisons and see how that works,” he said. Members of the public called and wrote in to voice their support for the proposition. “We're all seeking greater transparency in the way our government works and interacts with those it serves,” said Thomas White. Said Bosse: "Anytime that we can allow for public participation, public comment, and have people know what we're doing at City Hall, I would support."

(COVID-19 continued from page 1) Beginning Sept. 14, K-12 schools may open their campuses to small groups of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP), students requiring instruction for English as a Second Language (ESL) or students needing assessments or specialized in-school services, provided that the school complies with the Health Officer’s reopening protocols. Public Health will not expand the waiver program as it continues to monitor its success in students in kindergarten to grade six. Granting a win to the beauty industry, L.A. has revised the Health Officer Order to allow salons and barbershops to open for indoor services at 25 percent capacity. Still, the Order encourages businesses to operate outside whenever possible and prioritize services indoors that cannot be done outdoors. In response to the Order, the City of Beverly Hills directed hair salons and barbershops to take advantage of its OpenBH program, which grants subsidized permits for conducting business outside. Members of the cosmetology industry have staged a series of recent protests around L.A., including in Beverly Hills, calling on the lifting of restrictions that prevented the State’s 600,000 licensed beauticians from working. Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer struck a careful tone, in light of the upcoming Labor Day weekend: “Right now, a cautious and titrated reopening” with close monitoring of what happens to our data in the weeks to follow”

is needed to ensure we are not experiencing significant spikes in cases, hospitalizations and deaths, as we saw in July after reopenings and holidays,” she said. “As we slowly reopen sectors, we will watch closely how it is impacting community transmission.” On Aug. 28, California Governor Gavin Newsom rolled out a simplified four-tiered system for assessing the restrictions placed on a city’s economy. The categories of ”purple, red, orange and yellow” are determined by the number of COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents and the percentage of tests that return positive results. With testing results available for 2,317,851 individuals, the county currently has a positivity rate of 10 percent. “The longer our county’s 7-day average case rate remains above 7, as determined by the State, the longer we will remain in the State’s most restrictive Tier,” Dr. Ferrer said. “In addition, once both our 7-day average case rate and 7-day average positivity percentage meet the criteria for Tier 2, they must stay there for at least two weeks before we can be moved to the next less restrictive Tier.” In a Sept. 3 statement, Public Health announced that all drive-through testing sites in the City of Los Angeles will be closed on Sept. 5 and Sept. 7 due to the extreme heat and to ensure the safety of testing site staff and volunteers. Mobile testing sites will be in operation on Sept. 5. For more information, visit coronavirus.lacity.org/ testing.

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Community Cafe@BHUSD Will Feed All Beverly Hills Children BY ANA FIGUEROA

BHUSD Food Service team members Maria Kunz, Maria Perez and Luis Mercado with Dr. Michael Bregy In a pandemic, everyone is needy. That’s the rationale behind a new program rolling out at the Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD). All children in the City aged 18 and under are now eligible to receive free meals from the district’s Cafe@BHUSD. It doesn’t matter whether the recipients are enrolled in BHUSD schools or not. Drive-thru pick up is available at the high school, on the corner of Durant and Moreno Drives, from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and from 8 - 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Spearheaded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the free meal distribution will last as long as BHUSD is physically closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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“It’s an extension of the current program I was running at the beginning of the school year,” BHUSD Food Services Director Heather Oyamo told the Courier. “Previously, I had to charge kids based on income. Approximately 600 students district-wide are eligible for free and reduced lunches. Now, we’re getting federal funding to extend the summer feeding program. It’s important to realize that the district is not paying for this at all,” she said. According to Oyamo, the logistics of the program are straightforward. “We can feed any child under the age of 18. The child does not need to be present. No ID is required from the parent. You simply tell us how many children are in the

household. Families can pick up the meal kits for their children once a week. They receive a week’s worth of entrées that can be frozen or refrigerated or stored at room temperature, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables, and milk for each child,” said Oyamo. BHUSD Superintendent Dr. Michael Bregy was on hand at the meal kit distribution this week. "We are delighted to be able to offer at no charge an abundance of fresh, healthy produce for all Beverly Hills children! There are few positives from this pandemic but being able to support our greater Beverly Hills community, not only our own students, but every child in this way is very rewarding. I congratulate our Food Services team led by Heather Oyamo for being able to so quickly create this opportunity,” Bregy told the Courier. While menus are simple at the moment, Oyamo is working to improve them. “It’s real important for parents to know they get fresh fruit, veggies and milk. This week, I had broccoli, celery and fresh corn. The produce comes from the USDA. I also have snacks, such as graham crackers and string cheese,” said Oyamo.

“The best thing is that we have frozen items that kids can heat up themselves. Everybody gets cheese pizza that can be heated in the microwave. Kids love this stuff. It helps the parent when their child can be independent and do something for themselves. When kids are at home all day, they’re hungry all the time,” Oyamo added. The weekly distribution option is more convenient for parents than previous daily pick-ups. “This morning we received a whole package of food for a week. We have been getting groceries mainly by delivery since the pandemic, but it takes delivery fees and service fees. We are simply so grateful for this free meal program by BHUSD,” Risa Yamaoka told the Courier. Yamaoka’s son Sean is a student at Horace Mann Elementary School. She added that the meals not only provide nourishment, but comfort for Sean. “The individually packed food reminds him of school cafeteria food. It brings him fun memories of sharing food with his classmates. He gets very excited to eat those, and that makes me happy,” said Yamaoka. For more information and a list of menus, visit www.bhusdfoodservices.org.

SEPT. 4, 2020

Beverly Hills Eateries Participate in dineL.A. Restaurant Week BY ANA FIGUEROA

The biannual dineL.A. Restaurant Week is taking place from Sept. 1 - 18 across Los Angeles. Some 300 restaurants are participating in the event, including 19 in Beverly Hills. For diners, the week provides an opportunity to experience iconic restaurants, celebrity chefs and culturally diverse cuisine while enjoying specially priced prix-fixe menus. This year, due to COVID-19, dineL.A. menus are available for takeout and delivery, as well as onsite dining. Participating restaurants in Beverly Hills include: Avec Nous, Caffe Roma Restaurante & Lounge, Creme De La Crepe Beverly Hills, Crustacean Beverly Hills, Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse Beverly Hills, Gourmando, Gyu-Kaku Beverly Hills, Il Cielo Restaurant, Jean-Georges Beverly Hills, Ladurée Beverly Hills, Lawry’s The Prime Rib, Lucques Catering, Mercato at The Beverly Hilton, Nerano, Seabutter, SUGARFISH by Sushi Nozawa Beverly Hills, Summer Fish & Rice, The Farm of Beverly Hills and Tutt’a Post Trattoria. The Courier spoke with Pasquale Vericella, whose restaurant, Il Cielo, is celebrating its 34th year in Beverly Hills.

“We have always had a very good turnout for dineL.A. We really like it. We have a special menu for dineL.A. and a special menu on top of that one,” said Vericella. He added, “We opened up a new section of the restaurant called ‘The Secret Garden’ last week. It’s a new addition in the courtyard next door that is open on Friday and Saturdays. Right now, we’ve been very blessed since we were able to reopen on June 10. We’re still doing small events, which is what we were known for. Some people are still really afraid to go out because of COVID-19. Some people are very skeptical and I can understand that. But, all of the restaurants are doing so much to welcome guests in the safest way possible. You won't believe the extra measures that we've put in place. We’re getting couples who tell us that they haven’t been out in months, but they decided to come back to see us. That kind of thing really keeps you going.” To learn more about the restaurants in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles area taking part in dineL.A. visit discoverlosangeles.com/dineLA.

Il Cielo is participating in dineL.A. Photo Courtesy Il Cielo

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CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING DATE:

Monday, September 21, 2020

TIME:

6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

LOCATION: VIRTUAL MEETING ON-LINE LOCATION: https://www.gotomeet.me/CBHCD/events Alternatively, phone access is available at 1-866-899-4679 (Phone Access Code: 954-861-509) PROJECT:

One Beverly Hills Overlay Specific Plan Project

The City of Beverly Hills is preparing a Draft Supplemental EIR for the proposed One Beverly Hills Overlay Specific Plan (herein referred to as “Overlay Specific Plan Project” or “Project”). The public is invited to attend a preliminary “scoping meeting” on Monday, September 21, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. to comment on environmental issues that should be addressed in the Draft Supplemental EIR. Due to the on-going public health issues associated with holding in-person gatherings during the Covid-19 pandemic, the scoping meeting will be held virtually. Access to the meeting is available through: (i) the video conferencing link, and (ii) the phone access information identified at the top of this notice. Project Location: The Project Site is located in the City of Beverly Hills and is bounded on the north by Wilshire Boulevard, on the south by North Santa Monica Boulevard, on the east by the intersection of Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards, and on the west by the City’s western boundary, which is contiguous with the Los Angeles Country Club. The site is 17.4 acres (758,064 square feet [SF]) in size and includes Assessor Parcel Numbers 4327-028-002 through -016. The Project Site is regionally accessible from Interstate 405 (the San Diego Freeway) and Santa Monica Boulevard, and locally accessible from Wilshire Boulevard. The Project Site is currently developed with the Waldorf Astoria Hotel (9850 Wilshire Boulevard), Beverly Hilton Hotel (9876 Wilshire Boulevard), a 76 service station (9988 Wilshire Boulevard), and includes the vacant former location of the Robinsons-May Department Store (9900 Wilshire Boulevard). Project Background: The 9900 Wilshire Boulevard portion of the site has an approved entitlement for future development (9900 Wilshire Specific Plan) that allows for the construction of up to 193 condominium units and a 134-room luxury hotel. The Beverly Hilton/Waldorf Astoria site has an approved entitlement (Beverly Hilton Specific Plan) that allows for additional phases of development, including the future construction of 110 condominium units, a net reduction of 47 hotel rooms in comparison to conditions existing at the time the specific plan was adopted and like-for-like demolition and reconstruction of approximately 51,600 SF of retail, restaurant, meeting and office space. The proposed Overlay Specific Plan Project is a unified development plan that encompasses the sites with the currently approved entitlements (9900 Wilshire Specific Plan and Beverly Hilton Specific Plan) as well as the parcel addressed 9988 Wilshire Boulevard, the current location of a 76 gas station (Gas Station Site). The proposed Overlay Specific Plan Project consists of two new residential buildings, a new hotel/residential building, alterations to the existing Beverly Hilton hotel, a below grade parking structure, and structures supporting project amenities and features. An elevated platform over Merv Griffin Way from the Beverly Hilton to the southwesterly property line would be the location of an 8-acre botanical garden that would include water features, seating areas, pathways, and other amenities. Approximately 4.5 acres of the botanical gardens are proposed to be publicly accessible. Project Description: The Overlay Specific Plan Project would allow for alternative site development of the 17.4-acre Project Site than the site development authorized by the development approvals and regulations that are currently applicable to the overall project area (the approved 9900 Wilshire Specific Plan, the approved Beverly Hilton Specific Plan, and the C-3 zoning designation applicable to the Gas Station Site). The proposed Project includes the following: • • • • • • •

New 162 residential unit, 499,806 SF, 32-story, 410’ tall residential building (Santa Monica Residences) New 141 residential unit, 424,266 SF, 28-story, 369’ tall residential building (Garden Residences) New 37 residential unit and 42 hotel room, 213,966 SF, 11-story, 124’ tall hotel/residential building (Wilshire Building) New 127,324 SF amenities and support areas structure, including 30 residential accessory spaces that could be used for staff housing (Promenade) Replacement 37,562 SF, 31’ tall conference center for Beverly Hilton Hotel Replacement 72,697 SF, 20’ tall hotel restaurant, retail, 36 hotel room, and support area structure (Beverly Hilton Enhancement) 10-acres of open space, including 8-acre botanical garden Summary Comparison of Approved Entitlements and Proposed Overlay Specific Plan Currently Approved Entitlements 1

Proposed Overlay Specific Plan

Residential Uses (units [sf])

303 [1,068,676]

340 [1,024,553]

Net Change: Proposed Overlay Specific Plan – Currently Approved +37 [-44,123]

Hotel Uses (rooms [sf])

656 [806,403]

600 [746,323]

-56 [-60,080]

Shared hotel/residential amenities2 (sf)

117,232

+117,232

Accessory Spaces (units [sf])

0 [0]

30 [10,092]

+30 [+10,092]

Retail Floor Area (sf)

58,357

35,236

-23,12

Total Floor Area Ratio

2.55 3

2.55

Maximum Building Height

9900 Wilshire Boulevard Site: 185’-0” 4 Gas Station Site: 45’-0” 8 Beverly Hilton Site: 200’-05

9900 Wilshire Boulevard Site: 410’-0”6 Gas Station Site: 124’-0”6 Beverly Hilton Site: 124’-0”6

9900 Wilshire Boulevard Site: +236’-0”7 Gas Station Site: +79’-0” Beverly Hilton Site: 60'0”6

Parking Spaces

3,323

2,179

-1,144

Approved 9900 Wilshire Speciﬁc Plan and Beverly Hilton Speciﬁc Plan Shared amenity space includes the Promenade and a park pavilion building 3 The FAR used for the gas station site (9988 Wilshire Boulevard) is the 2.0 FAR allowable under C-3 zoning

Measured from +285 datum Measured from +301 datum 7 Height difference measures physical difference (adjusted for datum difference)

Measured from +290 datum

Gas Station Site maximum height is the maximum height allowed under C-3 zoning

Construction is anticipated to commence in late 2021 and take approximately 50 months to complete. PAGE 10

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Initial Study: Based on the conclusions of the Initial Study prepared for the Overlay Specific Plan Project, the following areas of potentially significant environmental impact are anticipated to require analysis in the Draft Supplemental EIR: • • • • • •

Air Quality Cultural Resources Greenhouse Gas Emissions Hazards and Hazardous Materials Land Use and Planning Noise

• • • • •

Public Services Transportation Tribal Cultural Resources Utilities and Service Systems Mandatory Findings of Significance

Potential cumulative impacts and potential for growth inducement will also be addressed; alternatives, including the No Project Alternative, will be evaluated. Purpose of the Scoping Meeting: The purpose of the scoping meeting is to present the Overlay Specific Plan Project in a public setting and provide an opportunity for a full airing of the environmental issues that are important to the community. The meeting will include a presentation of the proposal and the environmental issues to be analyzed in the Draft Supplemental EIR will be described. Following the presentation, interested agencies, organizations, and members of the public will be encouraged to present views concerning what environmental issues should be included in the Draft Supplemental EIR. The oral and written comments regarding potential environmental effects of the Overlay Specific Plan Project made during the scoping meeting will be addressed by the Draft Supplemental EIR. 30-Day Comment Period: The City invites all interested members of the public to attend the public scoping meeting. The City also invites written comments on issues related to potential environmental impacts during a 30-day comment period, which starts on Friday, September 4, 2020 and will conclude on Monday, October 5, 2020. Written comments should be addressed to: Masa Alkire, AICP, Principal Planner City of Beverly Hills Community Development Department 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, California 90210 Fax: (310) 858-5966 Email: malkire@beverlyhills.org After the Draft Supplemental EIR has been prepared, it will be released for public review and comment. The Planning Commission will then hold a public hearing on the Draft Supplemental EIR and on the Overlay Specific Plan Project. Separate notices of the availability of the Draft Supplemental EIR and of the hearings on the Project will be released at later dates. The case file on this Project, which includes the plans and applications, is on file at the Planning Division, 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210. Copies of the Initial Study are also available in the Planning Division at City Hall and online at www.beverlyhills.org/environmental. If there are any questions regarding this notice, or if you would like to review the case file (plans and applications) or receive copies of available documents, please contact Masa Alkire, AICP, Principal Planner at (310) 285-1135 or via email at malkire@beverlyhills.org. Masa Alkire, AICP Principal Planner The meeting is accessible at https://www.gotomeet.me/CBHCD/events and oral comment may be provided during the meeting. Members of the public may attend this meeting telephonically at 1-866899-4679 (access code 954-861-509) to listen to and to provide oral public comment. Written public comment can be offered electronically prior to and during the meeting by emailing malkire@ beverlyhills.org. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable modification or accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact (310) 285-1126 prior to the meeting for assistance.

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NEWS

Beverly Hills 9/11 Memorial Ceremony Cancelled BY ANA FIGUEROA

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Beverly Hills will not hold its annual memorial ceremony commemorating the events of Sept. 11, 2001. In past years, the City and community members have marked the somber anniversary with a wreath laying, bell ringing and playing of taps at the Beverly Hills 9/11 Memorial Garden. The Garden is located at 445 North Rexford Dr. and is open for public visits, so long as social distancing and face covering requirements are observed. The Memorial Garden honors the nearly 3,000 people killed on 9/11 at the World Trade Center site, the field outside Shanksville, PA., and

at the Pentagon. It is meant to serve as a constant reminder of the heroism exhibited by fire and law enforcement personnel and first responders that day and on an ongoing basis. The Garden has as its focal point a floor beam from the Twin Towers, as well as various vignettes representing the locations of the three plane crash sites. City officials told the Courier that since next year is the 20th anniversary of the attacks, the ceremony is expected to be larger in scale. For more information about the Beverly Hills 9/11 Memorial Garden, visit https:// beverlyhills911memorial.org.

(Voting Procedures continued from page 1) To address vote-by-mail concerns, L.A. County has developed an online system called Ballot Trax, which provides information when a voter is to receive a ballot in the mail and when a ballot is received by Los Angeles County. “The post office has been working directly not only with the Los Angeles County registrar's office, but they're also working with the California Secretary of State, and they have assured us that they will do everything in their power to make sure that each ballot reaches the Los Angeles County registrar's office, no matter what,” Ahmed said. “But in order to be counted, ballots must be postmarked by election day on Tuesday, Nov. 3.” There will also be over 300 secure voteby-mail Drop Boxes in the County. In Beverly Hills, plans currently call for two drop boxes, one at City Hall and one at Roxbury Park. The capacity for each box is about 5,000 ballots and they are accessible 24 hours. The boxes are made of stainless steel and secured to the ground. The mail slot is small enough for only a ballot and there are protections against liquids and graffiti. “The pandemic is one of the reasons why the ballots are being mailed directly to registered voters and why in-person vote centers are being reduced,” Ahmed said. “However, currently under the California elections code, an in-person vote center is required for voters to cast their ballot should they wish. So, we are providing that option.” Due to COVID-19 limitations, the City is unable to accommodate as many voting centers as in the past. “Our regular City

facilities were either not available or did not meet guideline requirements,” Ahmed said. “And when we are considering vote centers in the middle of a pandemic, there needs to be enough room for social distancing and installation of the machines, their security and allowing for members of the public to vote in a safe and secure environment.” There are two types of vote centers being considered. One option is to use public facilities, such as schools and government facilities. The other option is to utilize private businesses, organizations and hotels. Currently, the only public City-owned space that meets the County’s public health guidelines is the parking structure at 450 North Crescent Dr. on the first floor. Ahmed conceded that there will be skeptics about the parking lot setting, but countered: “It's a huge space. It allows for people to come in and exit from different access points. And it's a secure location.” County guidelines for in-person voting include wiping and sanitizing all surfaces and Ballot Marking Devices after each voter; social distancing of six feet and voters and election workers must wear facial coverings and gloves (which will be provided if needed). Other locations under consideration include the auditorium at Horace Mann school on the La Cienega/Wilshire side, and the Wilshire ballroom at the Beverly Hilton. “We will continue to work with the county on identifying additional locations, but we'd like to have City Council approval to use the 450 North Crescent Drive parking structure as a vote center,” Ahmed added.

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(Audit Report continued from page 4) “The investigation into the crimes pointed to a need for the property management operation to be reorganized in order to create the appropriate oversight and accountability,” the City said in the press release. To establish checks and balances, the City split the operations between three departments: Administrative Services, Policy and Management, and Public Works. This correction, however, still left some issues unresolved. According to the audit, while the City properly assessed and increased rents over the audit period, it also relied on an overly segmented system without adequate staffing and consistent policies. “The report found that generally rent is escalated and assessed as required,” the audit stated. “Notwithstanding these positive changes, we found that the City needs to take additional steps to strengthen internal controls related to the management oversight, commercial lease oversight, and reliability of lease inventory information.” The audit noted that the City has not addressed the findings from an earlier audit in 2016. That audit found issues “with the collection of rent late fee payments and inconsistences [sic.] between lease inventory and lease documents.” According to the current audit, these issues persist because the City lacks “proper management oversight, adequate staffing…, clear policies and procedures, and a strategic plan necessary for the management of the City’s commercial-leased properties.” As an example, the City’s real estate inventory system contains eight leases without security deposit or line of credit information. The City’s record keeping system contains discrepancies with the actual lease documents, including 12 leases listed with the wrong start dates and eight with the wrong end dates. The audit also makes mention of missing records for a $22,000 security deposit. The audit laid out 13 recommendations for the City going forward. Among the suggestions, the audit recommended that the City designate a single person to lead oversight and management of its real estate operations. Additionally, the audit calls for the City to articulate and formalize policies for late fees and maintenance. The audit also calls on Policy and Management to regularly review and update inventory and report to the City Council and applicable committees on its progress in

updating the real estate management system to accurately report vacancy information. In a memo appended to the audit, Policy & Management Analyst Logan Phillippo, Director of Public Works Shana Epstein, and Director of Finance Jeff Muir concurred with each of the audit’s recommendations. The group, collectively referred to as “Management,” laid out the City’s next steps in the memo, writing that “the City first should assess the appropriate support levels and organizational structure among the Policy and Management, Public Works and Finance Departments in order to ensure implementation of best practices, delivery of the highest-quality customer service to tenants, and the appropriate planning for future developments.” As a cautionary tale for not following its recommendations, the audit cites the case of the Log Cabin, a Beverly Hills-owned property in West Hollywood. The City advised the tenants in early 2020 that their lease had expired in 1977, and the nominal rent had not been paid since that time. For decades, the Log Cabin served as the site of some two-dozen addiction recovery group meetings, becoming a beloved rustic anomaly in the neighborhood. The City made plans to tear down the building, which had structural issues as well, and find a new tenant. This came as a surprise to both the West Hollywood Lion’s Club—the tenant—and the City of West Hollywood. “If the City had appropriate internal controls over its inventory, it may have identified the lease payment issue, appropriately strategized for the use of the site, and communicated plans on the use of the Lion’s Club sooner,” the audit said. The two cities eventually reached a deal in the highly publicized matter, allowing West Hollywood to lease the property from Beverly Hills. The audit report was originally scheduled for release in March 2020 but was delayed because of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Against the backdrop of COVID-19 and the economic blow to the City’s budget, the report makes clear the importance of making a full accounting of the City’s various revenue streams. “Based on economic impact from the COVID-19 pandemic,” the staff report said, “the City needs to have a full and accurate accounting of these revenue-generating assets to aid in budgetary assessments.”

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NEWS

Wells Kicks off Her BH School Board Campaign BY BIANCA HEY WARD

Mary Wells greets voters during drive-through campaign event

City Announces Solid Waste Rate Adjustments The City of Beverly Hills is notifying residents and commercial businesses about its proposed solid waste rate adjustments and upcoming Town Hall meetings scheduled in the coming months. If approved at a Public Hearing scheduled for Oct. 27, the proposed rate adjustments will be effective starting July 1, 2021 with future adjustments occurring annually for the next five years. The proposed rates for solid waste services will ensure adequate revenues are available to deliver services to the community. As the cost to provide solid waste services continues to increase for the City, customer rates are reviewed regularly to ensure that customers pay the correct charges for the type of service they receive. This is the first time the City has proposed a rate adjustment since 2011. Beginning in 2021, a single-family

On Aug. 30, Beverly Hills School Board candidate Mary Wells held a drive-through event to kick-off her campaign for one of the three open Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) Board of Education seats for the Nov. 3 election. Wells invited the community for a meet-and-greet with her while remaining safely in their cars. Wells greeted roughly 150 people throughout the event, including councilmembers Lili Bosse and Dr. Julian Gold, both of whom have officially endorsed her. “Mary is a highly effective professional, an active community member and a great friend to all. I’m convinced she’ll be a valuable addition to the School Board and look forward to working with her on educational issues. Even though our own children have grown, I know Mary wants subsequent generations of students to enjoy the same quality education our children enjoyed while attending Beverly Hills schools. That’s the type of selfless commitment to our community’s future we need on the School Board,” said Bosse. During the drive-through event, residents lined up in their cars and were greeted

by Wells. Campaign members handed out purple and gold pins, face masks, pens, and yard signs that read, “Vote Mary Wells.” “Although 2020 has been extremely challenging for students and parents, the education of our children must continue uninterrupted or our future will suffer,” Wells told the Courier. “My goal is to return our children to the classroom safely, promote fiscal responsibility regarding the district’s ongoing construction projects and listen to our community so that its concerns are heard and addressed. As a long-time resident, parent and community supporter, I am committed to making sure our children have the best education our district can provide.” Wells has been endorsed by Barry Brucker, former Mayor and School Board President; Isabel Hacker, School Board President; Rachelle Marcus, School Board Vice President; Les Bronte, Former Mayor and Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Member and Sue Brucker, former Temple Emanuel President and two-time PTA President. She has served on the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee for the past four years.

residential 6,620 square-ft. lot, for example, will see a bimonthly increase of $6.75 while multi-family residential housing will see an increase of $5.38 per unit. In addition to the proposed rate adjustments, there will also be changes to commercial and residential services. “While we understand the hardships many are facing during COVID-19, we have worked to ensure this rate increase is minimal to continue providing a high quality service to the community,” said Public Works Director Shana Epstein. There will be two Virtual Town Hall Meetings scheduled for Oct. 1 and Oct.20, at 6:00 p.m. To view meeting details, as well as proposed fees and service changes, visit beverlyhills.org/solidwasterates, contact Public Works Customer Service at 310-2852467 or email AskPW@beverlyhills.org.

Beverly Hills High School senior, Nicholas Walker, participated in the Summer Science Program (SSP), joining 35 other top science students from around the world online for academic challenge, collaboration, and personal growth. Over five weeks this summer, Walker operated a research-grade telescope remotely to take images of a near-earth asteroid, then calculated its orbital path, including the chance it will impact earth in the future. "The asteroid that my team was researching is called 1988DZ4," Walker told the Courier. "So 1988 is the year it was discovered. This asteroid is referred to as a 'Mars-crossing asteroid,' meaning it's orbit crosses between the orbits of Earth and Mars."

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Mobile Stroke Unit Funding Extended BY BIANCA HEY WARD

On Sep. 2, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved an additional $1.4 million in funding to keep the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Mobile Stroke Unit in operation across L.A. County, saving lives and stroke patients. Launched in 2017, the UCLA Mobile Stroke Unit is a specially equipped ambulance, built with a mobile CT scanner, point-of-care lab tests, telehealth connection with a vascular neurologist and therapies, all designed to deliver proven stroke treatments to patients before they arrive at the hospital. To date, this single Mobile Stroke Unit has responded to 632 9-1-1 calls and treated and transported 153 patients across LA County. “When it comes to a stroke, minutes matter,” said County Supervisor Janice

Hahn. “If this Mobile Stroke Unit can get to a patient and treat them quickly—that person has a better chance of not only surviving but also avoiding the debilitating brain damage a stroke can cause. With this funding we can keep this Mobile Stroke Unit on the road, saving lives in L.A. County, while Dr. May Nour and her team work to change the way we treat stoke patients forever.” The UCLA Mobile Stroke Unit is among seven programs—sponsored by Arline and Henry Gluck Foundation in partnership with Los Angeles County—throughout the country participating in a national demonstration project aimed at evaluating the clinical benefit, cost effectiveness and health care utilization of this specialized resource. The program was expected to end early next year, but the additional funding will allow it

to continue operating through 2021 while the UCLA Mobile Stroke Rescue Program works to get approval to bill insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid for future clinical services. The motion was passed unanimously, allocating $1,000,000 of one-time Measure B funding and $400,000 from Supervisor Hahn’s 4th District Provisional Financing Uses budget to extend the operations. “I am endlessly grateful for support from Supervisor Janice Hahn and the County Board of Supervisors in collaboration with LA County EMS/DHS which have allowed for continued clinical operations of the Mobile Stroke Unit,” said Dr. May Nour, Medical Director of the Arline & Henry Gluck Mobile Stroke Rescue Program. “I remain optimistic that following completion of the demonstration period for the unit, we will

one day realize the dream of an LA County fleet of MSUs to offer conclusive pre-hospital diagnosis, hyperacute life and brain saving treatments, and precise patient hospital routing. Witnessing the determination and courage of stroke victors as they make their way to meaningful recovery drives us in the field each day.” The UCLA Mobile Stroke Unit operates seven days a week on a rotating schedule between three geographic sites in the County of Los Angeles: Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and Malibu; Hawaiian Gardens, Signal Hill, Long Beach, Lakewood, La Mirada, Cerritos, Artesia, Bellflower, Paramount and Whittier; and Torrance, Hawthorne, Lawndale, Gardena and Carson.

Beverly Hills PD Gives Advice for Pedestrian Safety Month BY SAMUEL BR ASLOW

In observance of Pedestrian Safety Month, the Beverly Hills Police Department is joining with law enforcement agencies across the country in launching an educational campaign designed to teach the public safety best-practices for walking and driving. This comes amid two trends: a rise in interest in outdoor activities amid COVID-19 restrictions, and a sharp rise in pedestrian fatalities both locally and nationally. “More people are out walking, exercising, and doing what they can to spend a little time outdoors after spending so much time staying at home,” Beverly Hills Police Department Police Chief Dominick Rivetti said in a statement. “Looking out for one another is the least we can do during these difficult times.” Since 2019, California has seen a dramatic surge in the number of pedestrians killed or injured in car-related incidents, comprising 25 percent of all roadway deaths. A report compiled by the Governors Highway Association (GHSA) earlier this year projected that pedestrian deaths reached

their highest point in more than 30 years. The report laid out a grim picture. From 2009 to 2018, “the number of pedestrian fatalities increased by 53 percent (from 4,109 deaths in 2009 to 6,283 deaths in 2018).” By comparison, the number of people who died from all other traffic-related causes only rose by 2 percent. Using preliminary data collected by all 50 states and the District of Columbia, the report projected that 2019 would see an estimated 6,590 pedestrian deaths, which would represent the “largest annual number of pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. since 1988.” The report attributed this trend to multiple factors, “including economic conditions, population growth, demographic change, weather, fuel prices, the amount of motor vehicle travel and the amount of time people spend walking.” “Other factors contributing to the recent rise in the overall number of pedestrian fatalities could include the increasing shift in U.S. vehicle sales away from passenger cars to light trucks (with light trucks generally

causing more severe pedestrian impacts than cars), warmer weather and the large growth in smartphone use (which can be a significant source of distraction for all road users),” the report read. To combat these numbers, BHPD has detailed suggestions for both pedestrians and drivers to improve safety and lower the chance of accidents. For both, they urge those behind the wheel or using their legs to put aside distracting technology. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving claimed 2,841 lives in 2018—1,730 drivers, 605 passengers, 400 pedestrians and 77 bicyclists. For obvious reasons, distracted driving poses a considerably greater threat to pedestrians than distracted walking. In a review of national data, local reports and public health studies, a report by the New York City Department of Transportation found that “distracted walking” did not contribute to pedestrian fatalities. “Cell phone use by pedestrians does not

appear to be disproportionately contributing to fatal pedestrian crashes,” the report stated. “In short, despite growing concerns, DOT found little concrete evidence that device-induced distracted walking contributes significantly to pedestrian fatalities and injuries.” The Beverly Hills Police Department also recommends that pedestrians always use marked crosswalks, establish eye contact and nod or wave at drivers, and take extra precautions at night (when the majority of pedestrian fatalities happen). The suggestions acknowledge that pedestrians may have to step onto the street briefly to maintain social distancing at times. In those instances, BHPD advises that pedestrians look both ways. For drivers, on whom the burden rests more heavily, BHPD recommends slowing down on busy streets and intersections, paying extra attention when approaching crosswalks, avoid blocking crosswalks when making a right-hand turn, and remember to turn on headlights at night.

Police Blotter The following incidents of assault, burglary, DUI, motor vehicle, petty and grand theft and vandalism have been reported. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers.

BEVERLY HILLS ASSAULT 8/31/2020 - 9800 Block of WILSHIRE BLVD. 8/30/2020 - at OLYMPIC BLVD. / EL CAMINO DR.

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9/1/2020 - N. LA CIENEGA BLVD. / WILSHIRE BLVD.

8/29/2020 - at ELEVADO AVE. / HILLCREST RD.

8/31/2020 - N SANTA MONICA BLVD. / WILSHIRE BLVD.

MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT

8/28/2020, 4:37 PM at 100 Block of S. BEVERLY DR.

8/28/2020 - 300 Block of S. REXFORD DR.

PETTY THEFT

8/27/2020 - 200 Block of S. WILLAMAN DR.

8/30/2020 - 9700 Block of WILSHIRE BLVD.

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Astrology BY HOLIDAY MATIS

(March 21-April 19). Selfawareness is one of the more advanced and difficult of human feats. Since you are always inside yourself, trustworthy feedback from the outside world is necessary to your perspective. You'll get it today. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Don't worry about what's going to happen if you choose what promises to be the harder route. The activities that will be difficult and stressful will also be exciting and exhilarating. G E M I N I (May 21-June 21). Challenge yourself physically. Not only are you up for it, but also you'll grow quickly in all the ways that matter to you -- speed, strength, grace and even cognitive function. CANCER ( June 22-July 22). You're afraid to commit, and that's because you don't know when the commitment is over. Put a button on it. When you give it a timeframe, especially a short one, fear is allayed and talent rises up. LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22). It won't be that hard to do three times the work ARIES

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that the others around you are doing. This brings up the question: Are you in the right crowd for your skills? VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). People come to depend on you, not by accident, but because you've essentially trained them to. Every time you show up and solve the problem, the training is reinforced. L I B R A (Sept. 23-Oc t. 23). Remember when you fantasized and then it more or less came true? As you gain experience, your new fantasies are even closer to what is likely to unfold. Enjoy. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). People use problems as ways to connect with others. Even so, be mindful of what you want to get involved in, as things will not be as simple to solve as they first appear. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). There's a ticker tape running through your head. Sometimes, you stop reading it. Possibly, thoughts get so repetitive you tune them out. More likely, they run too fast and better cognition requires slowing down. C A P R I CO R N (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When you are sensitive to what drains you and what gives you energy, decisions become easy. You'll do only what fills you up or what is so important

that it's worth being drained over. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You want the best for yourself and your loved ones. Bigger is not always better though. Today, it will be the smaller investments that have the best ratio of value to effort. P I S C E S (Feb. 19-March 20). Suffering is usually linked to a distortion of thought. Eliminate the distortion and what's left will be a manageable problem that is far less painful with which to cope. TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Sept. 4). A

Tabasco

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lively new influence enters your world then it's one lucky turn after another over the next ten weeks. An entirely new set of goals, interests and priorities becomes relevant in 2021. Remain open-minded because the unfolding is different from what you'd imagined and will make you happier beyond measure. Aquarius and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 12, 4, 44, 38 and 10.

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Classifieds PUBLIC NOTICES SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CASE NO: 20SMCP00262 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: MARCO PEREGO To all interested person(s): Petitioner: MARCO PEREGO current residence address: 16255 Ventura Blvd. #900, Encino, CA 91436 filed a petition with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse, on August 07, 2020 for a Decree changing names as follows: Present Name: MARCO PEREGO Proposed Name: MARCO PEREGO-SALDANA The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: October 09, 2020 Time: 8:30am Dept: K The address of the court is: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse. Reason for name change: I am adding my wife’s last name (-Saldana) to my last name after marriage. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information in the foregoing petition is true and correct. Signed: Marco Perego Judge of the Superior Court Laurence Cho, Sherri R. Carter, Executive Officer/Clerk, By: Brian McClendon, Deputy Clerk Dated: August 07, 2020 Published: August 28, September 04, 11, 18, 2020 Beverly Hills Courier

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CASE NO: 20SMCP00278 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: OMAR EDUARDO SANCHEZ To all interested person(s): Petitioner: OMAR EDUARDO SANCHEZ current residence address: 202 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210 filed a petition with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse, on August 19, 2020 for a Decree changing names as follows: Present Name: OMAR EDUARDO SANCHEZ Proposed Name: CRUSADER OMAR SANCHEZ The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons

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for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: October 23, 2020 Time: 8:30am Dept: K Room: A-203 The address of the court is: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse. Reason for name change: 2 Motives. First reason my biological dad who I never met and would regularly beat my mom bestowed me with the name, second for branding purposes. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information in the foregoing petition is true and correct. Signed: Omar Eduardo Sanchez Judge of the Superior Court Laurence H. Cho, Sherri R. Carter, Executive Officer/Clerk, By: Stacey Watson, Deputy Clerk Dated: August 19, 2020 Published: September 04, 11, 18, 25, 2020 Beverly Hills Courier

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020118844 The following is/are doing business as: WESTWOOD REALTY 9350 Wilshire Blvd. #203, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 22312 W. Thurman Ave., Porterville, CA 93257; Aziz Hasnain 9350 Wilshire Blvd. #203, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed November 2013: Aziz Hasnain, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 05, 2020; Published: August 28, September 04, 11, 18, 2020 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020121195 The following is/are doing business as: BIBOL 3742 W. Century Blvd. #3, Inglewood, CA 90303; SLCLS 3742 W. Century Blvd. #3, Inglewood, CA 90303; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed January 2020: Laura Frechin, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 10, 2020; Published: September 04, 11, 18, 25, 2020 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020117282 The following is/are doing business as: LBJ MEDIA 535 Arkell Dr. Beverly Hills CA 90210; LBJ Development, LLC 535 Arkell Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed May 2020: Lisa T. F. Bloch, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 04, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

1) CEDARS TOWER DENTAL CENTER 2) CEDARS SINAI DENTAL CENTER 3) CEDARS DENTAL CENTER 4) CEDARS CENTAL GROUP 5) CEDARS SINAI DENTAL GROUP 6) CEDARS TOWER DENTAL GROUP 8631 W. 3rd St. #1010-E, Los Angeles, CA 90048; Raanan Dental Group Cedars Inc. 8631 W. 3rd St. #1010-E, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Justin Raanan, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 04, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020117295 The following is/are doing business as: 1) THE FLOWER CLUB 2) SHABBAT FLOWERS CLUB 3) WELLNESS CLUB 9461 Charleville Blvd. #126, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Essem International, LLC 9461 Charleville Blvd. #126, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Stephan Memmi, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 04, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020117314 The following is/are doing business as: CENTINELA PROPERTIES 11022 Santa Monica Blvd. #280, Los Angeles, CA 90025; Jack Yermian 11022 Santa Monica Blvd. #280, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed January 2013: Jack Yermian, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 04, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020117310 The following is/are doing business as: 1) 1ST TRUST DEED MORTGAGE CO. 2) AYA INVESTMENTS CO. 11022 Santa Monica Blvd. #280, Los Angeles, CA 90025; Abraham Yermian 11022 Santa Monica Blvd. #280, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed January 1993: Abraham Yermian, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 04, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020117302 The following is/are doing business as:

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020122619 The following is/are doing business as: SJW FILM ACQUISITIONS AND CONSULTING SERVICES 10321 Walavista Road, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Stanley Wertlieb 10321 Walavista Road, Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed August 2010: Stanley Wertlieb, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 12, 2020; Published: August 28, September 04, 11, 18, 2020 LACC N/C

–––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020 114289 The following is/are doing business as: 1) GEORGANTAS CLAIMS

SERVICE 2) GCS 26818 Albion Way, Santa Clarita, CA 91351; Gregory Behrens 26818 Albion Way, Santa Clarita, CA 91351; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) liste: Gregory Behrens , Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 30, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

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NOTICE— Fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, et seq., Business and Professions Code).

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The following is/are doing business as: WASHINGTON JK PROPERTIES 11022 Santa Monica Blvd. #280, Los Angeles, CA 90025; Jack Yermian 11022 Santa Monica Blvd. #280, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Jack Yermian, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 04, 2020; Published: August 14, 21, 28, September 04, 2020 LACC N/C

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215 S. Robertson Bl. Just South of Wilshire

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425 HOUSES FOR RENT

435 GUESTHOUSES FOR RENT

*** GATED *** HANCOCK PARK

GUEST HOUSE *** RENTAL *** For Residential or Private Office

8704 GREGORY WAY 3 BD + 2 BA. • $3500 Balcony with views, Hardwood floors, bar, fridge, stove, dishwasher, 2 parking.

LUXURIOUS 2 BDRM, 2 BATH $2,800/MO. FACING BURTON WAY

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Shown By Appointment.

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

8544 BURTON WAY

SPACIOUS & LUXURIOUS 2 BDRM, 2 BATH

Call 310/273-6770 or 213/444-8865 or 310/734-7263

Garden setting with New Kitchen, Laundry on site. Close to Restaurants, Shops & Parks.Therapist, Physical Trainer, Writer, Clergy Welcome. $1,950/MO.

Call 917/940-5100

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5th floor remodel w/ 440 hardwood floors, city + mountain views, UNFURNISHED Hollywood Sign too! APTS/CONDOS $849,000 • 1 + 1 16th floor, renovation, pretty baths & kitchen. BEVERLY HILLS Ocean and city views, Close to Beverly Dr. downtown too! 3 Bd.+2 Ba. Upper Large balcony. Brand New Full • DIANA COOK • Remodel, stainless 468 N. Camden, BH 90210 steel appliances, 2DianaCook@gmail.com washer/dryer, central air, 310-344-0567 balcony, covered prkg. Quiet 6-Unit Bldg. 405 $4,850/Month WANTED 818/481-3218 TO RENT

$3,300/MO. FACING BURTON WAY

*** 40’S DECO *** Totally remodeled with BEVERLY CENTER/ modern fixtures. New BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

wood floors and granite counters throughout all amenities in kitchen and includes all appliances. Breakfast area. Huge bar, large closets, balconies, Berber carpet/ harwood foors and verticle blinds. Fireplace, washer/ dryer included in laundry area. Secured building with atrium and garden courtyard view. Choice location Near Beverly Center, Cedars- Sinai, Restaurants, Trader Joes, Etc. No Pets. Shown By Appointment.

8544 BUTON WAY Call 310/273-6770 or 213/444-8865 or 310/734-7263

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• Live on Sunset Blvd. • 1211 Sunset Plaza Drive 2 Bed.+2 Bath Central A/C, W/D in unit, secured bldg. & prkg., rooftop pool.

Starting From: I Am a Retired Female. $3,995+ • Apprx 1,400sf. Please Call, Text, Leave Message. 310/739-0334

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

Totally remodeled with modern fixtures. New wood floors and granite counters throughout all 2 BD + 2 BA. • $3400 amenities in kitchen and includes all appliances. Totally remodeled from ceiling to floors. Breakfast area. Huge bar, large closets, balconies, New kitchen cabinets. Berber carpet/ harwood New stove, washer & foors and verticle blinds. dryer in unit. Hrdwood Fireplace, washer/ dryer flrs, bar, balcony with included in laundry area. Secured building with nice views, inlcudes atrium and garden 2 to 3 car parking. courtyard view. Choice ********** location Near Beverly Center, Call 310/922-2717 Cedars- Sinai, Restaurants, Trader Joes, Etc. No Pets.

$849,000 • 1 + 1 Century Towers

I Am Seeking To Rent in Beverly Hills 90210 North of Santa Monica Bl. Only • Cottage • Garage • Guesthouse • Storage • R/V or Trailer

440 UNFURNISHED APTS/CONDOS

310-659-1211

130 S. SWEETZER AVE

BEAUTIFUL 1 BEDROOM

SPACIOUS LOWER UNIT LIGHT & BRIGHT Hardwood floor, claset galore, appliances, secured entry & exit, laundry room, garage and permit parking.

$2,800/MO. Call 818/346-7896 Cell 818/324-6065

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 918 S. BEDFORD ************ LUXURY 2 BD, 2 BA. $2,400/MO.

Light and bright, Newly remodeled with new appliances, hard-

wood floors and inlcudes 2 parking.

1 BDRM, 1 BATH $1950/MO.

Newly remodeled with all new appliances.

Sam: 310/422-6026 or 310/849-4818 SEPT. 4, 2020

Classifieds 440 UNFURNISHED APTS/CONDOS

440 UNFURNISHED APTS/CONDOS

468 FASHION WANTED

California

Beverly Hills

Dreaming

138 N. Hamilton Dr.

WANTED

Realty, Inc.

• 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. •

Pico/Robertson

Dishwasher, controlled access, laundry facility.

$1,775 • 1+1 Triplex 450sf. , Hardwood flrs., a/c, washer/dryer.

CHANEL, HERMES, GUCCI, PRADA EXOTIC SKINS, AND ALL HIGH-END DESIGNER HANDBAGS, CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES. NEW, USED OR VINTAGE. BUY/SELL/CONSIGN TOP DOLLAR PAID

CLOSE TO CEDARS, CENTURY CITY FULL SERVICE BLDGS. BEVERLY CENTER, $3,400 • 1+1 10th Fl. RESTAURANT ROW. 180 Degree Jetliner 323/651-2598 Views, Hardwood flrs, balcony. Corner Unit! $3,700 • 1+1 9th Fl. Remodel, Jetliner City BEVERLY HILLS Views Lrg. Balcony. 221 S. Doheny Dr. Call 310-289-9561 $4,000 • 2+2 8th Fl. • Renovated Corner, Views, 3 Bd. + 2 Ba. Hrwd. Flrs., Balcony.

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• $4,350 • 2+2 Fl. • Lrg. 1 Bd.+1 Ba. Ocean/Dwntwn Views, • Top Flr. Gorgeous Views Corner, 2-Balconies. $5,000 • 2+Den 19th Fl. • • • • •

19th

479 PAINTINGS WANTED

WANTED

CONTEMPORARY • ART •

• DIANA COOK •

310-344-0567

BEVERLY HILLS G REAT L OCATION !

Hardwood flrs., central air, pool, elevator, on-site laundry, intercom entry.

Direct Purchase or Consignment Call 310-303-4853 Zyart1@gmail.com

320 N. La Peer Dr.

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• 310/246-0290 • BLOCKS TO BURTON WAY & ROBERTSON GREAT RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING.

424/343-0015

Great Location!

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Balcony, dishwasher, skylight, elevator, intercom entry, on-site laundry, parking. P LEASE C ALL :

310/274-8840 SEPT. 4, 2020

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TO RESTAURANTS

State License “B” #985967 Fully Bonded & Insured

AND SHOPPING .

443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

• • 1 Bd.+Den+1.5Ba. • • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • •• •• • • • • •• BRIGHT & SPACIOUS BEVERLY HILLS LIVING.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

S & I Property Damage Specialists

Charming Old World! Bright, intercom entry, fridge, stove, laundry fac.

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IRON / WOOD FENCE & GATES

Carpentry & Much More.

BEVERLY HILLS

SERVICE

310/418-1500 christianbevington @gmail.com

ADU Garage Conversions, Kitchen/Bath Complete Remodeling, New Additions +Blue Prints, Full Vacancy Remodeling, New Plumbing, Copper Re-Piping, New Electrical Rewiring, Painting, Flooring, Drywall

facilities. No pets.

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Cashier’s Check Only Black Ext/Beige Leather Call/Text Christian @

Sergio’s & Ivan’s General Construction Inc & Remodeling

access, laundry

323/651-2598

One Owner-Like New • 23,900 Original Mi. • $29,500 Firm

SERVICE DIRECTORY

pool, elevator, controlled

BLOCKS

1984 Rolls-Royce ~ Silver Spirit ~

DE-KOONING etc.

• • • • • • • 218 S. Tower Dr. •• • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. •• • • • 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. • •• S I N G L E •• opens to large balcony • •• •• 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. •• •• • GORGEOUS UNITS •

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Ocean+City Views. Spacious, hardwood Corner, 2-Balcony. $6,900 • 3+21/2 7th Fl. floors, huge closets, Jetliner Views, Corner, built-in a/c, dishwasher, Remodel, 2-Balconies.

468 N. Camden, BH 90210 2DianaCook@gmail.com

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