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January 8, 2016

Beverly Hills’ Toxic Trainwreck: Multiple Mistakes Or Coverup?

Four Councilmembers Embarrassed

by Staff Report On Parcels 12 & 13

NORMAN NEW YEAR—The Beverly Hills High School Marching Band performed in the prestigious London New Year’s Day Parade as part of a week-long trip to the United Kingdom. The trip was the largest overseas trip in school history. See page 18 for more photos!

An intoxicated driver crashed into Jim Falk Lexus last weekend.

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The Public Works department offers free sandbags for rainy residents.

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The Beverly Hills Basketball League’s founder was honored by the City Council. 19 •Health & Wellness 14 •Birthdays 20 •Letters to the Editor 31

George Christy, Page 6 Italian Couturier Valentino Garavani Welcomed The New Year At His Swiss Chalet In Gstaad, While St. Barts Attracted A Dizzy Melee Of Celebrities From Leo DiCaprio To George Lucas

CLASSIFIEDS • Announcements • Real Estate • Rentals • Sales • and More

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Beverly Hills High School Band Marches Through London

By Laura Coleman For the second time in school history, the Beverly Hills High School Marching Band kicked off the new year by performing in the London New Year’s Day Parade, joining more than 8,500 performers from 20 countries.

“The exciting thing for me was how well received they are,” said Bill Bradbury, who heads up the BHHS Instrumental Department.

“People along the parade route kept cheering them on.”

Bradbury spent the past year organizing the trip and on Feb. 28, 2015, the band received the official invitation to participate. This year, in addition to the band, Bradbury also arranged for the BHHS Symphony Orchestra to perform in the London Festival of Music. (see ‘BHHS BAND’ page 9)

George Chavez Named Beverly Hills Assistant City Manager

By Matt Lopez George Chavez, Beverly Hills’ director of Public Works, was named assistant city manager on Thursday morning.

City spokesperson Therese Kosterman confirmed that Chavez had been appointed to the position formerly held by current City Manager Mahdi Aluzri.

“George’s leadership and experience has become increasingly valuable to me, our residents and staff over the last few years,” Aluzri said. “He is a dedicated and creative manager whose insight into

George Chavez

our community, expert knowledge of our City organization and energy will help Beverly Hills tackle the many challenges ahead.”

Proposed Water Rate Increase Postponed For Further Study

By Victoria Talbot A water rate increase proposal was put on hold Tuesday when residents complained of excessive penalty surcharges, insufficient notification of the rate increase hearing, and unreasonable conservation requirements.

A complicated rate plan with new tiers in three categories, including multi-family, commercial and single-family residential, was proposed.

Rate hikes are an unfortunate

side affect of conservation. Water service has fixed costs for maintenance and cost of delivery. When residents conserve, the financial impact reduces revenue needed to cover those fixed costs. Currently, conservation swings between a high of 21-percent and last month, a low of 13-percent. But the reduced usage has resulted already in a deficit of about $4.5 million.

In addition, the City is investing in building infrastructure into (see ‘WATER RATES’ page 17)

made in the report are factually incorrect, thus the report is partially based on misinformation.

For example, Lynch reports that there “is a draft Removal Action Workplan (RAW), which includes the excavation and removal of some of the arsenic-contaminated soil.”

A RAW was submitted by Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) June 2015, that proposed three options, including partial removal of the soil as one of the options.

That plan was dismissed when it was determined that the underlying EIR was created based on misinformation that (see ‘PARCELS 12 & 13’ page 17)

Opinion

Willie Brien: Angry And Wrong

By Victoria Talbot Teleconferencing from New York City to participate in the City Council meeting Tuesday, Councilmember Willie Brien was the only council member to express support for the report on the debacle on Parcels 12 & 13

by Assistant City Attorney Carol Lynch.

In his comments, Brien singled out one resident he has never met and attempted to the tie The Courier to allegedly spreading toxic arsenic.

“That was an excellent (see ‘BRIEN’ page 12)

OPEN HOUSE AT MITZI’S — Partying on New Year’s Day with “old and new friends,” Mitzi Gaynor welcomed 2016 at her Beverly Hills residence. Among the guests: Carl Reiner, Sony’s Jeff Meier, designers Bob Mackie and Ret Turner, managers Rene Reyes and Shane Rosamunda, Alice and Leonard Maltin, Patricia Kelly, dance team of Randy Doney and Alton Ruff, El Cholo’s Steven Byrket, fan club president Kip Grimm, others.

(see ‘GEORGE CHAVEZ’ page 9)

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THIS ISSUE

By Victoria Talbot Four members of the Beverly Hills City Council expressed serious concerns, disbelief and embarrassment about the report on events surrounding Parcels 12 & 13 Tuesday, the entire City Council, with the sole exception of exmayor and Councilmember Willie Brien.

Concerned citizens, forced to wait until after 10 p.m. to be heard on the matter, expressed their overwhelming dissatisfaction with the City’s staff report, prepared by Carol Lynch, assistant city attorney.

Lynch was assigned the task because, at the time of the events, City Attorney Larry Weiner was not available, nor was Assistant City Attorney David Snow.

The purpose of the report was “to provide information to the City Council and the public about the removal of trees and vegetation from Parcels 12 & 13.”

The report provided a bare sketch of the events surrounding the removal of trees on the arsenic-contaminated parcels owned by Lyn Konheim, principal of the Beverly Hills Land Company (BHLC), and a summary of the mistakes made by City staff.

No individual staff member was named, no accountability was even proffered, and no consequences were indicated in the report.

Further, some statements

For more photos, see G e o r g e Christy’s column on page 6.

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STEVE GETS HIS STAR– Actor Steve Carell received the 2,570th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday.

Carell was joined by friends like director Adam McKay and actors Will Ferrell and Ryan Gosling, as well as Carell’s family. McKay directed Carell in his most recent film, The Big Short. `This is an awful, awful day to be doing this,'' Carell joked during the rain-soaked ceremony. ``I'm looking at the bank of photographers here, and a more miserable group of people I don't think I've ever seen.” Carell rose to fame as a correspondent on The Daily Show, before landing the lead role on NBC’s hit comedy The Office. His first major film role was in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgandy.

Celebrity Photo/Scott Downie

POST OFFICE WOES CONTINUE – Mail delivery continues to be a problem in Beverly Hills. Realtor Michael Libow, owner of the famed Witch’s House on N. Walden Drive, received two letters addressed to the Beverly Hills Unified School District, located on Moreno Drive. Email us your stories about postal problems at vtalbot@bhcourier.com

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HERE! A Montana driver’s pickup truck crashed into Jim Falk Lexus last Friday morning. Photo via @bhscanner on Twitter

Driver Crashes Into Beverly Hills’ Jim Falk Lexus; Arrested For DUI

By Matt Lopez Jim Falk Lexus of Beverly Hills got a rude New Year’s Day awakening last weekend when a pickup truck went plowing through the front of the dealership.

BHPD Sgt. Don Chase told The Courier that police received a call at 11:13 on Friday morning of a vehicle that had driven into the dealership at 9230 Wilshire Blvd.

Upon arrival, Chase said the BHPD arrested a male driver for driving under the influence.

“Nobody at the dealership was hurt and he was the only person in the car,” Chase said, noting that the driver had “extremely minor injuries.”

The driver was identified as 27-year-old Christopher Brandt of Montana and was arrested for driving under the influence.

Oddly enough, this is not the first time such an incident has happened at Jim Falk Lexus. In July of 2014, a female driver crashed her SUV into nearly the same area of the building.

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El Rodeo School Parents Create Initiative To Hire Fulltime Security Officer For Campus In February

By Laura Coleman El Rodeo parents have teamed up to launch the “Keep Kids Safe at El Rodeo” initiative, requesting that the school have one full-time security officer by February.

“This proposal is a product of numerous discussions among the community and is intended as a proactive and constructive approach to solve El Rodeo's specific security challenges for the short-term and set the stage for a longterm solution,” wrote El Rodeo parent Bita Ahdoot Santaella in an email to Superintendent Steve Kessler dated Jan. 1.

The parents are specifically requesting that the school hire Jerardo Usquiano who previously worked at El Rodeo as a

security officer for approximately one school year and as such, is familiar with the school, the parents, teachers and staff.

According to the proposal sent to Kessler, Usquiano is available for immediate hire at a rate of $50 an hour.

Kessler said that at the board’s upcoming meeting on Tuesday, there will be a discussion about all the security that is in place, in addition to addressing the situation at El Rodeo.

Board President Howard Goldstein told The Courier that he is committed to making campus safety and security a top priority for this district.

“The entire board recognizes that the safety of our stu-

dents and staff at all school sites is a valid concern of parents,” he said. “Over the past year the board had directed Superintendent Kessler to evaluate our security concerns, formulate an assessment plan, and make recommendations for implementation. In that regard, at next Tuesday’s board meeting the superintendent will present his findings and security recommendations. I am optimistic that the Board will seriously consider the Superintendent’s recommendations and take action accordingly.”

The formal Board of Education meeting will take place on Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the STC Building at Beverly Hills High School.

SANDBAGGED – Javier Venegas and Fidencio Sanchez of Beverly Hills Public Works prepare sandbags for residents Tuesday, as storms begin to drench the Southland. Residents can get up to 10 free sandbags at the Public Works Department, 342 Foothill Rd. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Bring proof of residency or for business owners, a business card with the address. Call customer service at 310-285-2467 for more information.

As El Niño Pours, The City To Offer Rain Barrels, Water Conservation Workshop On Jan. 24

OPEN YOUR HEART–Bella is a 1-year old, 5pound mini Chihuahua mix doggie. She was roaming the streets of Tijuana as a stray when she was grazed by a car. A kind American brought her to the vet and on to California where ShelterHopePetShop.org took over her care. She is now well and ready for a new home. Those interested in adopting this sweet girl may call Shelter Hope at 805-379-3538.

Sierra is a 1-year old Chihuahua girl, very beautiful and majestic.

Princess is a 2-year old PekingeseMaltese mix that loves everyone!

Duke is a 53-pound 3-year-old white Old English bulldog who is deaf, but happy.

Caroline is a 2month old blue Pitbull puppy and siblings, too!

To adopt these Wags and Walks dogs visit www.wagsandwalks.org/adoption-application For more info on Wags and Walks or to foster, please visit www.WagsAndWalks.org

By Victoria Talbot The City of Beverly Hills Public Works Department will host a Rain Barrel Distribution and Water Quality and Conservation Workshop Sunday, Jan. 24 for residents of Beverly Hills, Culver City and West Hollywood only.

Pre-registration is required.

Residents can order their rain barrels during registration for pick-up at the event.

Rain barrels, placed beneath storm drains, collect water that can be used for irrigation. Rain water is slightly acidic, making it preferable to City water for irrigating home landscapes and house plants.

With the El Nino rains beginning in earnest, and Statemandated cuts in Beverly Hills at 32-percent, rain barrels are an excellent way to save rain water.

In addition, by collecting water beneath a storm drain, homeowners can defend against water saturation that could seep into basement areas and cause flooding in the home.

During El Niño, all homeowners should be careful to clean storm drains around their homes to prevent blockage.

Rain barrels decrease water flow on streets, where storm water picks up pollutants that are carried to storm sewer systems and released directly into streams. Direct runoff contributes to water quality degradation.

During storms, rain barrels collect runoff that could contribute to flooding in developed areas, and captures the water for later use.

Each barrel is 39” tall, 23” in diameter and has a 55+ gal-

lon capacity. There is a brass 3/4” spigot for attaching garden hoses and side brass overflow with a cap. A steel mesh screen prevents mosquitos from accessing the water. Barrels come in black or terra cotta and cost $85 each, with a $75 rebate from www.SoCalWaterSmart.com.

Pre-orders are required by the Jan. 21 deadline.

The Jan. 24 workshop will be , 9 - 11 a.m. at the City of Beverly Hills Public Works Services Building, 345 Foothill Rd., 1st floor. Validated parking is available at 9333 W. 3rd Street.

Preorder at www.BHRainBarrels.EventBrite.com. Call 562-944-4766 for more information or visit www.bhsaves.org for more water conservation tips.

Beverly Hills Police Warn Residents Of Golden Globe Awards Traffic Delays This Weekend

By Matt Lopez The 73rd Golden Globe Awards are set for The Beverly Hilton this weekend and Beverly Hills Police are warning residents to expect traffic delays.

Santa Monica Boulevard

will be closed in both directions from Wilshire Boulevard to the west Beverly Hills City limits. Traffic on Wilshire Blvd. will be redirected through residential streets and heavily impacted on that day.

Traffic on Wilshire will be

reduced to two lanes in each direction.

The 73rd Golden Globe Awards, hosted by comedian Ricky Gervais take place Sunday at The Beverly Hilton at 5 p.m.

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Horace Mann Alum Returns 74 Years Later To Highlight Pearl Harbor Day

SERVE AND PROTECT – Pictured, from left): FBI Supervising Special Agent Patrick Grandy, BHPD Chief Dominick Rivetti, Jackie, Michael and Rodney Solorzano, Mayor Julian Gold, councilmembers Nancy Krasne & Lili Bosse, and Vice Mayor John Mirisch.

Beverly Hills Police Officer Honored For Thwarting Potential Terrorist Attack

By Matt Lopez A Beverly Hills police officer whose timely traffic stop thwarted a potentially catastrophic attack on human lives was honored Tuesday by the City Council.

Around 4 a.m. on Nov. 28, Officer Rodney Solorzano spotted a vehicle parked near Doheny Road and Hillcrest that looked a bit suspicious. A search uncovered a car packed with loaded, high-powered assault rifles and semiautomatic hand guns, multiple rounds of ammunition, tactical vests, trauma plates, gas masks and 30-round magazines.

The male driver, who stated he suffered from paranoia and post-traumatic stress disorder, was arrested and reported to the Joint Terrorism Task Force.

The FBI’s follow-up investigation revealed the man was affiliated with a militant group that operates in various U.S. cities. FBI Special Agent in Charge Stephen Woolery said the arrest “prevented a potential catastrophe to human lives”, according to the City Council’s staff report.

The L.A. District Attorney filed five felony accounts on the man arrested, his bail was raised to $1 million and he

was ordered to undergo a mental evaluation.

Solorzano made another heady arrest on Dec. 21 at 1 a.m., when he and his partner observed two males in the 300 block of the South Elm/Rexford alley attempt to hide a metal lock pick behind a utility pole.

Solorzano and his partner searched the area, located the vehicle that had been burglarized, and investigated to find two additional suspects, one of whom was armed with a loaded handgun. Four arrests were made on charges including burglary, possession of a loaded gun, possession of burglary tools, receiving stolen property, possession of narcotics and forgery.

Solorzano has been with the BHPD for just seven months and is assigned to the department’s patrol bureau. He was a lateral hire from the Pasadena Police Department, where he served for 12 years.

“He’s a great addition to the BHPD,” Chief Dominick Rivetti said. “In addition to his great police work, he’s a great team player, great to have around and always has a smile on his face and a positive attitude.”

El Rodeo Students Move Into Cottages

By Laura Coleman Students at El Rodeo kicked off the new year by moving into “cottages”, the portable classrooms that will be the new learning facilities for the K-8 students for the next three years.

“I thought it was a very smooth transition,” said Superintendent Steve Kessler, who was onsite Monday morning as parent volunteers and administrators helped shepherd the students into their new classrooms.

At its last meeting, the Board of Education gave approval to start on Phase 1 of a modernization plan at El Rodeo.

The first phase, which has a price tag estimated to run between $65-$70 million, includes the updating and modernizing of buildings, A, B,C, and D and is estimated to take two years. Phase 2, includings modernizing building E, which houses the library, and installing a parking garage under the north playground, has yet to receive board approval.

Phase 1 demolition and abatement

is scheduled to begin later this year with actual renovation commencing in 2017.

Students are expected to move into the renovated classrooms once the process is complete at the end of 2018.

“I am very pleased to see how smoothly the El Rodeo school community has transitioned into the portable cottages,” said boardmember Lisa Korbatov, who has been a staunch advocate for moving students from structurally unsafe buildings as quickly as possible.

“Kudos to Principal Kevin Allen and Assistant Principal Kevin Painter and Totum and our extraordinary [Maintenence and Operations] department and the director Gino Garcia for their efforts to accomplish this task.”

“I am hopeful that the community will see significant progress in our construction efforts at El Rodeo,” she added. “The future is bright and our children will be the beneficiaries of our efforts.”

By Laura Coleman On Tuesday, Robert Fox returned to his alma mater Horace Mann to speak with the school’s 8th grade students about Pearl Harbor day, Dec. 7, 1941.

Fox, who graduated from Beverly Hills High School in 1946, has been delving into the events that took place at the grammar school and the high school after Pearl Harbor Day and what life was like for students for the ensuing years until the conclusion of World War II for the past nine years in an effort to contextualize the world-changing event.

Said Fox: “I believe the students gain an awareness of a very important event in the history of our nation from someone from that time of 74 years ago. And that someone can relate to the students and their lives at the age of 13.”

Fox graduated from Horace Mann in January, 1942–74 years ago.

At this year’s talk, Fox called attention to the difference in technology in those days.

“There were no computers, no smart phones, television, cable or social networks at that time. The list goes on and on,” he said. “However, the population and the students believed in the 1940’s that we were in modern times.”

Fox highlighted how unlike in Europe, Asia and the Pacific, World War II did not take place in the U.S. and as such, the country did not suffer the bombing and deaths that destroyed a great deal of those countries.

Horace Mann teacher David Siskin, Bob Fox and Horace Mann Assistant Principal David Foldvary. Siskin's aunt introduced Fox to his wife Valerie about 63 years ago.

“As students, their lives were not changed too much,” he said of his former life as a Beverly Hills student.

“They studied, were involved in various school events, went to movies, the beach during the summer and went about their lives. The sharp reality hit them when they began to learn that students who were older and fought in the war gave their lives in the service to our country.”

Fox said that knowing a number of the young men who lost their lives brought the reality of the war much closer to home.

“Each year, the students enjoy the talk and ask many questions as they rarely confront anyone who remembers and was there when the war started for the United States,” he said. “After the talk concludes, several students always stay to ask more questions.”

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Celebrity Photo/Scott Downie

Alicia Vikander

Kate Winslet

Alec Jay Sugarman with dad Burt Sugarman flank mom Mary Hart during the 27th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala at The Palm Springs Convention Center.

Mary has hosted this event for years.

Valentino Garavani, the

Italian couturier who lives in luxurious residences between Rome and Paris, also Manhatttan and Switzerland celebrated New Year’s Eve with the international beau monde at his chalet in Gstaad that had the town talking about those skiing royals and such …

Same night at St. Barts,

Revlon billionaire Ron Perelman toasted the holiday with a dinner-dance aboard his docked yacht.

The Caribbean island, in fact, reeked of Hollywood’s rich and famous: George Lucas with wife Mellody Hobson, Leo DiCaprio, David Geffen, Larry Gagosian, Aby Rosen, Paul McCartney, Stella McCartney, Jeff Bewkes, Barry Diller, Diane von Furstenberg, Chris Rock, Vivi Nevo, etc. …

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Gaynor rang in 2016 with an Open House. A cynosure in Arnold Scaasi’s cherry-red blouson with a black velvet pantsuit, she greeted “new and old friends” at her gem of a new residence, decorated with high style and comfort.

Around the corner from her former Spanish Colonial hacienda where the glamourati partied with Mitzi and Big Daddy Jack Bean for decades.

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ho designed this joint?” we wondered. “Moi,” beamed Mitzi. “The lighting?”

“Moi!” Girl, how is it that you’re doing everything right.

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avoring Bristol Farms’ buffet, generous “beyond the beyond” that is, invariably, Mitzi’s signature (her assistant Abby Aguirre concurs) were the familiar faces, musicians, others.

Grand

Seigneur Carl Reiner, 93, and still shaking a tail feather (please see Carl dance!), gifted Mitzi with his coffee table book, How And When The Dick Van Dyke Show

Michael Fassbender

Brie Larson and Jacob Tremblay

Ridley Scott, Giannina Facio-Scott and Matt Damon

Was Born, including vintage photos of Carl and Mary Tyler Moore and a preface by Mark Twain. Yes, THAT Mark Twain – go figure!

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arly arrivals included designer Bob Mackie, still perennially youthful and easily cast in an Our Gang feature ... His assistant Joe McFate …

Bob’s designing partner Ret Turner … Mitzi’s loyal dance team of Randy Doney and Alton Ruff who wed in November … Mitzi’s handsome former dancer Steven Byrket, now boosting sales at everybody’s favorite El Cholo as catering manager for those popular Mexican eateries ...

Sony’s Jeff Meier with wife Hanelle ... Dancers Joe Tremaine and Ted Sprague ...

London’s Shirley and Ramon Greene ... Mitzi’s fan club president Kip Grimm …

Celebrity hairstylist Yuki Takei dressed in his ivory silk kimono regalia after attending Japanese New Year’s services that afternoon.

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Bryan Cranston

atricia Ward Kelly revealed that her lecture tour about husband Gene Kelly; A Legacy has taken off, filling 3,000-seat houses in Europe, as well as the U.S., a feast of personal anecdote and videos

Cate Blanchett

Rooney Mara

of her late spouse.

“Zurich sold out, and invited me back, and I’m working on a symphonic oratorio about Gene that will play this year at Disney Hall or the Music Center.” Patricia explains that she’s not writing it, but “making it happen.”

Fashionable presence as she is, Patricia credits Ali Rahini for her custom gowns that standout at opera openings. She discovered Ali on La Brea Avenue, not far from her Hollywood apartment.

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loria and Mike Franks informed that the Professional Dancers Society hosts its annual sell-out luncheon on April 24 at The Beverly Hilton honoring an above-the-title guest star that remains a secret (Goldie Hawn is rumored). Previous events feted Julie Andrews, Leslie Caron, Ben Vereen, Carol Lawrence, etc. during its 15-year history. Mitzi serves as Madame President, and the returning crowd adds big bucks to support basic needs –- medical, shelter, food, etc. — for out-of-work and retired dancers, many debilitated from the physical demands of their careers. One of the most fun afternoons of the year – not to be missed.

Amber Heard and Johnny Depp

Saoirse Ronan and Paul Dano

Suzanne Somers

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itzi had returned from the Ojai Spa and Resort where she treated her managers, Rene Reyes and Shane Rosamunda, to a wedding celebration weekend. Longtime partners signed their marriage license at the Beverly Hills City Hall in November, and the trio praised the Ojai hotel’s good food and service.

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ilm archivist and commentator Leonard Maltin and wife Alice arrived late and admired Mitzi’s new digs, having partied at her Arden Drive estate for decades.

Leonard regrets, as we all do, that the Internet wrecked the market for his invaluable Movie Guides published by New American Library in handy paperbacks that we’ve lived by for quick references. We now must hit the computer, go through Google, and do our best to find the information we need. Not always easy, Google’s sometimes not as concise. We will miss Leonard’s helpful Guides very much. They’re like other items that today’s techquake supplanted.

Online at www.bhcourier.com/category/george-christy

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TO SEE AND BE SEEN

THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS BIRTHDAY GAL– A birthday celebration was held at Wolfgang’s on Canon Drive for Stephanie Hibler (center). Among the 40 on hand for the festive time were (top) Gail Dauer and Shelly Sterlin of Beverly Hills and (below) noted attorneys Gloria Allred and Jeff Lesser.

LOVE & TECHNO–Author Anthony Marra enthralled attendees from the Beverly Hills Literary Society with insights from his latest work The Tsar of Love and Techno, at a luncheon at the Intercontinental Hotel in Century City. The luncheon was the second one of the society’s 15th season which also serves as a fundraiser for children. Last year alone, the society raised $30,000 for scholarships for students from member donations. The event was sponsored by Northern Trust. Next month, author Owen Sheers will present on his novel I Saw A Man. Pictured (clockwise from left): Marion Anderson and Phyllis Easton; Edye Broad and Karen Dunphy; JP Ramirez with Northern Trust, Michele Havens with Northern Trust, author Anthony Marra and Kelly Anderson.

Photo by Shana Forman

Cate Blanchett To Receive Lacoste Spotlight Award At Costume Designers Guild Awards At Beverly Hilton Two-time Academy Award winning actress Cate Blanchett will receive the Lacoste Spotlight Award at the 18th Costume Designers Guild Awards (CDGA) on Feb. 23 at The Beverly Hilton.

The award honors an actor whose talent and career personify an enduring commitment to excellence, including a special awareness of the role and importance of costume design. Blanchett is being saluted for her talent as well as her status within the costume design community. Her appreciation for the artistry of costume design and her collaboration with costume designers has made her an icon both on and off the screen. Blanchett has received much recognition throughout her career with two Oscar wins and more than 200 awards and nominations, including those from the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards, BAFTA, and Independent Spirit Awards.

She will soon appear in Terrence Malick's films Knight Of Cups and Voyage Of Time.

Cate Blanchett Lacoste has been a supporter of the CDGA for more than a decade and returns as Presenting Sponsor for the seventh consecutive year.

The awards presentation will honor the work of Costume Designers in seven categories, including contemporary, period, and fantasy film and television.

MMPA TOY BENEFIT–Beverly Hills-based Multicultural Motion Picture Association’s 16th Hollywood Holiday Celebrity Toy Benefit for Children’s Hospital L.A., L.A. Public Social Services, and the U.S. Marine Corps’ Toys For Tots was held at the Jeffrey Foundation.

Pictured (from left): MMPA President Jarvee Hutcherson, Event Coordinator Chanden Chance, Honorary Co-Chair Ellen Hollman, and Sponsor Gilbert Garcia. More than 250 were on hand helping to collect 350 toys.

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Both musical groups (and some students are in both) started practicing for the performances in October.

“It’s wonderful to see the kids once we get to the performance,” Bradbury added. “In the case of the orchestra, it’s a first rate performance venue; the acoustics [and] lighting makes it very special… and our students really rose to the occasion.”

At St. John's Smith Square, the orchestra performed portions of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker”, Antonín Dvorák’s “New World Symphony”, and a medley of different Hollywood tunes. And on Jan. 1, the band marched through the streets of London playing “Strike Up The Band”, “Jingle Bell Jam” and the Pointer Sisters’ “Be There,” which was used in Beverly Hills Cop 2.

"Being in London with the marching band was one of my most memorable experiences since I have joined the marching band,” said junior Yoona Lee, a flutist.

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Chavez, 53, is a more than 25-year veteran of Beverly Hills City Hall. Before becoming Director of Public Works, he worked in community development.

“I’m humbled, excited and very thankful for this new opportunity,” Chavez told The Courier. “I really enjoy interacting with the public, solving problems, and consider myself very lucky to have had so many varied career opportunities within this great organization. Much of my time and attention will be focused on working together with the community and staff to provide

Seventy-six BHHS students went on the trip, in addition to over two dozen teachers, parents and chaperones.

Nosh owner Ron Magnin, whose son plays the trombone in the band, said that as a parent attending the trip he was particularly impressed with the way it was run and credited Bradbury’s leadership and passion.

“The trip was so amazingly well done,” he said. “There wasn’t one mishap.”

In addition to performances, the students toured London, visited Hampton Court Palace and Oxford University, saw the Tower of London (and the Crown Jewels), and went to Greenwich, where they were able to place their feet in two different time zones.

"Every aspect of the trip was absolutely unforgettable,” said senior Scott Senior, a Drum Major who in 2013 as a freshman marched in the parade playing tenor sax. “The tours, the bonding, the beautiful sights, the memories made, and especially the parade itself all came together to create a truly special experience for the band and orchestra.” a positive environment that we can all be proud of.”

Chavez added: “If you know me, you know that doctors aren’t the only ones that make house calls.”

Among his many projects as head of Public Works was his department’s development the City’s Water Enterprise Plan, which created a long-term strategy to become less dependent on imported water supplies by developing local sources for groundwater.

“George has been a terrific asset to Beverly Hills,” Mayor Julian Gold said.

Editors note: The Courier congratulates Chavez, one of Beverly Hills’ best public servants.

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‘Winter @ The Wallis’ Brings Diversity, Santa Cecilia Orchestra Next Saturday The Wallis is bringing diversity and next week “fire and passion” to the a wet and cold season with its “Winter @ The Wallis” program kicking off tonight at 8 p.m., when cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han present a program of Strauss, Messiaen, Albeniz, Glazunov and Chopin.

On Saturday, Jan. 16, the local Santa Cecilia Orchestra and conductor Sonia Marie De León de Vega, make their Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts debut.

For De León de Vega, the appearance is a kind of homecoming. “We’re honored to be invited,” she says. Soon after she founded the group in 1992, it became part of the City’s “Music in the Mansion” series, playing in Greystone’s courtyard for 10 years. “So we’ve come full circle; and we’re happy to be back.”

The orchestra, De León de Vega says, has a mission to perform music by Latino composers for all audiences, especially the Latino community.

She’s put together a “fiery” program that combines traditional repertoire with selections by contemporary composers.

American composers represented include Aaron Copland whose Three Latin-American Sketches is a three movement tour of Mexico, and Ellen Zwilich’s Concerto Grosso. “As a female composer, she brings a different energy to the program,” De León de Vega says.

Her piece will be a local premiere for

Husband-and-wife artistic directors of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han, kick off The Wallis’ latest concert series at 8 p.m. tonight.

the ensemble. Fifty musicians from the orchestra’s 85 member roster will fill the Bram Goldsmith Theater.

Cuban composer Yalil Guerra’s A la Antiqua (‘In the old style”) is a “melancholy piece,” De León de Vega says. He will take part in a “Wine & Pre-Concert Conversation” at 7 p.m., before the 8 p.m. concert. (Reception RSVPs may be made to RSVP@The Wallis.org).

Argentinian Astor Piazzolla’s Oblivion and Libertango open the concert with classic Latin American and tango rhythms The concert’s second half will feature Manuel de Falla’s El amor brujo.

Often performed by symphony with

Conductor Sonia Marie De Leon de Vega brings L.A.’s Santa Cecilia Orchestra to The Wallis, Jan. 16

mezzo-soprano, the piece was commissioned in 1914 by flamenco gypsy dancer Pastora Imperio.

So De León de Vega will be bringing flamenco dancer Maria Bermudez to perform the Danza ritual del fuego (Ritual

Fire Dance) and other selections in what was first written as a ballet.

Coming from la de Jerez Frontera, Spain, renowned the dancer will be joined by guitarist Triana Antonio and gypsy singer Pele de los Reyes, all performing in the of front orchestra.

“Our goal is to make classical Flamenco star music accessible Maria Bermudez for everyone. A lot of people say they don’t like classical music, but they come to our concerts and love it,” De León de Vega says.

Tickets range from $29-$59 and are available by calling 310-246-3800, 310746-4000 or visiting the box office, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd.—Steve Simmons

Dream Orchestra Sets Benefit For Worldwide Disaster Relief, Honors Martin Luther King The Dream Orchestra’s benefit concert, “I Have a Dream to Give to Those Most in Need,” on Saturday, Jan. 16 will raise funds for relief efforts by Samaritan’s Purse (www.samaritanspurse.org) which aids victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine around the world.

All performers—the Dream Orchestra plus student musicians, the Opera Chorus of Los Angeles (with members from all over L.A. and Orange County) and guest soloists, along with those working behind the scenes—are donating their talents to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a performance of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony (and its well-known Ode to Joy).

The concert is part of the annual charity program by the Dream Orchestra and Urth Caffé.

Tickets are $5; and available by calling 800-838-3006, visiting any Urth Caffé location or visiting brownpaperticket.com.

Addition contributions will be gathered at the venue for this concert, Barnum Hall of Santa Monica High School, 600 Olympic Blvd.

A dessert reception by Urth Caffé follows the concert.

For more information about the Dream Orchestra’s 2015-2016 season in its regular home at St. Monica Catholic Church, visit www.dreamorchestra.org.

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COURIER IN MIAMI– In late 2015, Beverly Hills resident Wanda Presburger took her copy of The Courier to the unique Wynwood Walls, mural project in Miami.

Pictured is Presburger, with her copy of The Courier, in front of the mural by Shepard Fairey, the artist best known for his "Hope" poster for President Barack Obama. To join Wanda in the Carry The Courier Club, e-mail a picture of yourself out and about with The Courier to mlopez@bhcourier.com.

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overview. She should be commended,” he said of Lynch. “I think it was a thorough review.”

Brien’s praise was followed by enthusiastic support for developer Lyn Konheim. Brien said that Konheim and his family had contributed much to the City “To malign him is unfair. Lyn Konheim would never intentionally do something to subvert the rules,” he insisted. “To malign him is fundamentally wrong.”

(Editor’s note: Brien supplied no details on Lyn Konheim’s philanthropy but one Beverly Hills charity that has not received any funds from him is the restoration of Beverly Gardens Park.)

A life-long resident and presumably experienced politician, Brien personally attacked a resident of Southwest Beverly Hills, portraying him as the villain in this story, in an attempt to deflect attention from the Beverly Hills Land Company and its owner Lyn Konheim, who is solely responsible for cutting down the trees without permits, public scrutiny, transparency, or supervision from the DTSC, with the support of City employees who have decades of institutional knowledge and experience.

The councilman said that he has worked with the Department of Toxic Substance Control (DTSC) for years and that, “They do not stand by their word.

They have been a challenging agency to work with for anyone.”

The Courier has found the DTSC to be consistent in their messaging, clear, concise, easy to reach, swift to return an email or a phone call, and very accessible.

Brien also said there two incidents of tree limbs are falling on cars in an attempt to demonstrate the urgent need to remove all the trees, possibly indicating a personal conversaation with Konheim, who did not make himself available to Assistant City Attorney Carol Lynch. The Courier, the DTSC and the BHPD have found exactly one police report, and there have been no further incidents officially reported that have come to light in all the decades the trees have been on the property.

Regardless of any urgency over tree removal for public safety, the laws are very clear. Trees can never be removed from City property without public notice, and the DTSC, a state agency, exercises oversight on this extremely contaminated property – not Lyn Konheim, his friend Councilman Willie Brien, or the City staff.

Brien said that there have been no proven health risks from the toxic soil, and stated that The Courier’s timelines were based on “speculation, not facts.”

Astrology

By Holiday Mathis

Possibly due to the late hour in New York City, Brien’s command of the actual facts was missing.

In an obviously rehearsed attempt to disguise his mean-spirited rhetoric as a generic response to the public comments received by email, he informed the chamber that he had noticed the corporate signature on one of the emails belonged to the bank he has used for over forty years.

Then Brien did something that can only be described as bullying perpetrated on a concerned citizen who is a resident of Southeast Beverly Hills, where the parcels are located.

“I asked Wells Fargo if they have taken a position on parcels 12 & 13. As a senior banker, is it supported?”

In this fashion Councilmember Brien sought to undermine this individual resident’s livelihood, career and reputation in a public demonstration of his support for City staff, the staff report, and developer Lyn Konheim.

This resident said he has never met Dr. Brien, though they are both members of the same Hillcrest Country Club where Brien is reported to be frequently seen with Lyn Konheim.

Brien then asked if the City staff knew if, for example, “other areas of the old railroad row - have those properties, such as The Beverly Hills Courier/Kenquest Building - were they properly remediated?” Brien said that “The Courier” had removed trees and rose bushes in the railroad area, and implied that doing so could have spread arsenic dust in areas where there are restaurants and food is served.

There were no trees; just 30 rose bushes, and The Courier did not own the building and had nothing to do with their removal.

A quick check with the DTSC website (www.envirostar.dtsc,ca.gov) reveals that the area is not under consideration for remediation. The property on Parcels 12 & 13 likely served an historic purpose different from that of the other railroad parcels such as a switching station, said Ted Yargeau, senior scientist at the DTSC. The Kenquest parcel was not contaminated. His searches reveal no evidence of contamination on the City parking structure properties either.

However, it should be noted that Cedars-Sinai is one of the sites listed, where Dr. Brien is executive vice chairman of the Department of Surgery and director of the Cedars-Sinai Orthopedic Center.

Brien speculated that perhaps there was an “oversight or error made. Everyone has some challenges. There is no grand conspiracy. We have to figure out a better way than to continually malign individuals,” which of course, he himself did.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 8). The spiritual growth spurt starts now. Maybe it won't be so comfortable, but you'll love the transformation. At work you'll sharpen your skills and start to think bigger. You may change your answer to some moral, ethical and social questions based on the new experiences and influences of the year. Sagittarius and Leo adore you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You're the king of cool. Your creed: Once you lose your temper, you've lost, period. However, sometimes losing is just in the cards, so don't be too hard on yourself when the heat rises.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). An introverted group won't give you immediate feedback, but if you give them time and ask directly for a response, you'll get a good one. Stick with the expressive types; they'll provide fast help.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). When you can't think of the answer, that's ok. Thinking isn't always going to come first. Put your feelers into the ether. Reach for something else and your mind will softly follow.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Your style will set you apart, even though you are probably so immersed in it that you don't even realize what “your style” is. Relax and know you're effective without trying.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You'll get your "aha!" moment, but not today. Keep doing what you're doing. This is about the grunt work that, unfortunately, must be handled before the glorious ideas can drop in.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There's quite a lot of information and misinformation zinging around today and, because of this, you're better not to weigh in with too heavy an opinion. Listen and accept what you hear–no judging.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You feel like reeling it back some. You're not being shy, just more in control and in touch with your inner nature. The natural outcropping of that is that you will consume and express less.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). From time to time we all slip back into the mentality of a three-year-old fighting over a toy. These primal instincts are legitimate. Feel the childish feelings, and then invite your inner adult to keep the behavior in check.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The time to change the topic is when everyone in the circle who wants to speak on it has had a turn. Your mindfulness of this basic common courtesy will bring you stellar luck.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You're pretty good at finding the value in another person but sometimes you keep it to yourself. Today, they need to hear your discovery echoed back and maybe even broadcasted to a wider circle.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The one who touches your heart may be unaware of your feelings, but those quiet and constant actions you take will eventually become something that can't be overlooked.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). If you know what to expect at every step of the way, you're no longer on a ride: You're in a rut. Get out of that line and go walk around the park to choose a new adventure.

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H E S T O N HOME – C h a r l t o n Heston’s longtime Beverly Hills home in Coldwater Canyon is on the market for $12 million.

Photo by Jeff Elson Black

Charlton Heston’s Ben-Hur Beverly Hills Home On Market For $12.2 Million

Two different views of a pump from 901 Strada Vecchia in Bel-Air emptying drainage onto a private street below.

Mohamed Hadid’s 901 Strada Vecchia In Bel-Air Once Again Draws Ire Of Residents As Trial Looms Soon

By Matt Lopez A little less than two weeks before celebrity megamansion developer Mohamed Hadid and his massive Bel-Air property are scheduled to stand trial for several allegations of building code violations, the home has once again come under fire from residents.

Entertainment lawyer and longtime Bel-Air resident Joe Horacek, who lives just below the monster home at 901 Strada Vecchia, which has been compared to the “Starship Enterprise,” noticed a large blue hose hanging down the hillside and pumping drainage down onto Horacek’s private driveway on Rocca Place.

In an e-mail obtained by The Courier, West L.A. City grading inspector Sergio Valenzuela reports that after a visit to the property on Jan. 5, inspectors found that the “erosion control foreman was having issues with the sump pumps that were installed at the de-silting basins on the lower portion of the slope northwest and southwest of the proper-

ty. It appears the pumps did not have sufficient power to pump the water upslope to the pool as per plan.”

Valenzuela stated that the crew returned the next day, to find that the foreman and his crew were installing bigger pumps to pump water into the pool, which would then be pumped to the street per approved erosion control plans.

"It’s strange how Hadid’s people always manage to try to save money by using substandard equipment and therefore get away with not complying with the LADBS orders.” Horacek said.

Horacek has been the main proponent fighting back against Hadid’s desire to build the nearly 30,000-squarefoot Strada Vecchia home, documenting every step of the alleged illegal, unpermitted work that has taken place at the site for more than two years.

The L.A. District Attorney’s criminal trial against Hadid and the 901 Strada Vecchia property is set for January 20.

SLOPPY SIGNAGE - This “no turn on red” sign at North Beverly Drive/ Sunset has been lopsided for at least a year without any improvements. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more examples of poor signage in Beverly Hills, and if you see any submissions when you are out and about in the City, e-mail vtalbot@bhcourier.com

By Matt Lopez The William S. Beckett-designed Coldwater Canyon home that Charlton Heston and his wife Lydia purchased after winning his 1959 Oscar for BenHur has gone on the market.

The 9,667-square-foot, five-bedroom, six-bath home is priced at $12.2 million, officially on the market seven yeras after Heston’s death, according to www.toptenrealestatedeals.com.

The home is sprawled across three gated acres with mountain views from nearly the entire home. There is parking for up to 10 cars, a tennis court, swimming pool, built-in barbeque and a meditation area.

The home also includes a threestory artist’s studio, accessed via elevator, as well as a screening room, bedroom, bath and observation deck.

According to the website, the Heston’s entertained guests at the Coldwater Canyon home over many years and celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.

The interior of the main house showcases an open living area with an office on a balcony overlooking a large two-story library. There’s a formal dining room, marble bar and master suite with a fireplace that includes separate his-and-her baths and walk-in closets.

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HOW DO Y O U

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Tom And Holly Gores Partner With CHLA To Create New State-Of-the Art Allergy Center H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S

L.A. Financier and philanthropist Tom Gores and his wife Holly have made a $5 million commitment to establish a new pediatric allergy treatment center at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). In honor of the family’s gift, the center will be named the Gores Family Allergy Center and plan to expand clinical treatment for children with severe and life-threatening allergies, in particular allergies to food.

“The center will be the first of its kind in L.A., filling an important need in a city with thousands of children suffering from these medical conditions,” says Dr. Jonathan Tam, the center’s medical director.

An estimated one in 13 U.S. children are affected by allergies to milk, eggs, peanuts, fish and shellfish—a figure that is steadily growing. “It’s a wide-ranging problem,” adds Tam. “With 8 percent or one in 13 children with allergy, and the numbers going up significantly, the need is great.”

Despite this fact, very few academic centers specialize in the treatment of severe food allergies. “Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is grateful for this partnership and the Gores family’s commitment to the special

Holly and Tom Gores

care required for treatment of childhood allergies,” says Paul S. Viviano, CHLA president/CEO. “In the United States alone, nearly six million children under the age of 18 suffer from a food allergy. For some of these children, a chance brush with trace amounts of the wrong food can place them in a battle for their lives,” said Dr. Joseph Church, head of the Division of Clinical Immunology and Allergy, where the center is housed.

“For families with children who suffer from severe food allergies, simply going out to eat can be a scary and dangerous experience,” says Holly Gores.

“We know first-hand what it’s

like to live with that fear and we want to m a k e more resources available here in Southern C a l i f o rnia to improve the lives Dr. Jonathan Tam of children diagnosed with food allergies.”

Mr. Gores is excited about the impact the new center will have and that partnering with CHLA was a natural fit. “With

access to the right tools and information, kids with severe food allergies can live with greater confidence, freedom and peace of mind,” he adds.

The Gores family first connected with CHLA in 2013 when their daughters, Catherina and Amanda, inspired by their brother’s severe food allergies, founded a charitable fundraising arm called EpiPals in partnership with CHLA. The EpiPals mission is to support families of children with severe food allergies through education, awareness, and the distribution of EpiPens to underserved L.A. communities. An EpiPen is an injectable form of epinephrine that can quickly reverse an allergic reaction. Through EpiPals, the Gores sisters have raised nearly $1 million for CHLA in support of allergy patients and the work of the Division of Clinical Immunology.

The Gores Family Allergy Center’s immediate focus will be expanding CHLA’s treatment capabilities.

Tam is excited that the center can beome a one-stop shop for patients, providing multi-disciplinnary care for food allergy and allergy in general. “All patients who come through the clinic will get complete care,”

says Tam “not only medical, but psychological and nutritional.”

A new physician allergist is joining the center this month; and a dietician will provide nutritional evaluations, patient guidance and education on food-avoidance measures. A licensed psychologist will help support the emotional needs of patients and families.

“Patients will also be exposed to the newest ideas in treatment through our research program and clinical trials,” Tam said.

Additionally, the center will engage in community outreach to area schools to ensure staff and students are educated about allergies.

“When you factor in seasonal allergies, the number of children effected with these problems is huge,” says Tam. “It’s exciting that we can potentially make their lives better.

Gores is founder, chairman and CEO of Platinum Equity, LLC, a global private equity firm based in Beverly Hills and is owner of the Detroit Pistons. He serves on the board of trustees for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Mrs. Gores serves as a trustee of The Center for Early Education in West Hollywood.

‘’SHARING’ THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT—SHARE’ Inc.’s (“Share Happily and Reap Endlessly!") “Make a Child's Dream Come True!” program gave some holiday cheer for children with special needs, or who are victims of violence or abuse. The ladies of SHARE provided and delivered toys to nonprofits including AHEAD With Horses, the Exceptional Children’s Foundation, Team Prime Time and the Nancy Painter Home for Mothers and Children.

Pictured are members, (back from left): Beverly Bergmann, Dolores Nemiro, Corinna Fields, Christine Wallace, Nancy Gregory, actress Laura San Giacomo, Julie Berghofer, assistand director of the CSUN Music therapy and Wellness Center, another of the group’s beneficiaries; Gina Rugolo Judd, Sondra Curry and Edye Rugolo. Seated from left: Joan Rush, Ellen Fedder.

Photo by Maxine Picard

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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK Jill Morganelli, gardener in the L.A. County Arboretum’s Victorian Rose Garden, will present a workshop about rose pruning and rose care, from 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Jan 9 at the Arboretum’s Education House, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia.

Since care in January determines the health and beauty of roses throughout the year, Morganelli will also discuss disease control and answer questions.

Cost, including Arboretum admission, is $25 for members, $35 for non-members.

For reservations and information, call 626-821-4623 or visit www.arboretum.org.

• • • • • Da Camera Society’s program of “Chamber Music in Historic Sites,” will continue at 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 23 with a concert by Cindy & Friends at Doheny Mansion, 8 Chester Place., downtown L.A. Violinist Tien-Hsin Cindy Wu will be joined by Jessica Lee, violin; Che-Yen Brian Chen and Dimitri Murrath on viola and Mihai Marica, cello.

The group will perform two string quartets, one by Brahms, his Op. 111 in G, and Mendelssohn’s Op. 87 in B-flat.

Tickets, ranging from $65$85, include a catered reception, and are available by calling 213-477-2929 or visiting www.DaCamera.org.

• • • • • Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) Music Director Jeffrey Kahane serves as musical “tour guide” for LACO’s annual “Discover” per- Jeffrey formance, a Kahane special one- Photo: CMA n i g h t - o n l y Artists exploration of Bach’s Cantata No. 140 featuring soprano Teresa Wakim, tenor Colin Ainsworth, bass Andrew Craig Brown, USC-Thornton Soprano Chamber Sing- Teresa Wakim ers and Los Photo by Angeles Child- Teddie Hwang ren’s Chorus, at 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 23, at Pasadena’s Ambassador Auditorium.

“Discover” is designed to help patrons’ understanding and appreciation of the historical and cultural significance of cantatas composed by Bach.

As one of Bach’s approximately 200 surviving sacred cantatas, “It is noted for a remarkable range of expression and musical styles,” Kahane said.

Tickets (starting at $30) are

available online at laco.org. or by calling LACO at 213-622 7001.

• • • • • With pianist Denis Kozhukhin and the California Lutheran University Choral Ensemble, Wyant Morton, director, The New West Symphony will present works

by Gershwin and Ravel in a 4 p.m., concert, Sunday, Jan. 24 at Barnum Hall, 600 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica.

With conductor Marcelo Lehninger, the orchestra will perform Gershwin’s Porgy & Bess, A Symphonic Picture and An American In Paris. Ravel works will be the Piano Concerto in G and Suite N. 1 from Daphnis et Chloé.

Tickets range from $29$102 and season subscriptions are available. For information, call 866-776-8400 or visit www.newwestsymphony.org.

• • • • • The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area has appeared in movies set in China, South America and even post-apocalyptic Earth. To celebrate the centennial of the National Park Service, local film historians Mike Malone and Brian Rooney will present A Century on Screen: 100 Years Of Film In Our National Parks, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 24 at the recreation area’s Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center, King Gillette Ranch, 26876 Mulholland Hwy., Calabassas.

The 45-minute presentation will be repeated at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., followed by a 3 p.m. walk led by Malone and Harry Medved.

The event is free with free parking. For the required reservations, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2301.

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Rice by the Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan.

Photo by Liu Chen-hsiang

Continuing to bring L.A. audiences a diverse range of internationally renowned dance companies, Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center will host the Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan, for a three-day engagement, with 7:30 performances FridaySaturday, Jan. 29-30 and a 2 p.m., Sunday matinee, Jan. 31

at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

The first contemporary dance company in any Chinese speaking community, Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan the Southern California premiere of Rice. With dancers trained in meditation, Qigong (an ancient form of breathing exercise), martial arts, modern dance and ballet, Cloud Gate Dance Theatre transforms ancient aesthetics into original performances.

Since Rice is a human drama that calls attention to the need to protect the Earth by portraying the life cycle of rice cultivation from death to rebirth, devastation and resurrection, a cinematographer spent two years on location capturing the cultivation of rice: flooding, sprouting, harvesting and burning of the field. These video images of clouds reflected in the water, rice swaying in the wind, and fire ravaging the fields have become the essential visual elements of the production.

Pre-performance DANCETALKS in the Pavilion Stern Grand Hall are one hour before each performance, along with a short interactive Tai Chi demonstration. DANCETALKS are also available in real time by calling 800-371-8200 (access code 314902#) and can be heard after the engagement on The Music Center’s Soundcloud channel at soundcloud.com/ music-center-LA. Tickets, starting at $34, are available at the box office, 135 N. Grand Ave., online at musiccenter.org/cloudgate or by phone at 213-972-0711.

For more information, visit The Music Center’s blog, OneThirtyFive//Grand, at musiccenterblog.com or musiccenter.org/cloudgate.

• • • • • The Los Angeles Master Chorale, led by Artistic Director Grant Gershon, will presents two performances of Verdi’s famed Requiem, with guest soloists Amber Wagner, Mezzosoprano; Mich- soprano elle DeYoung, Michelle mezzo soprano; DeYoung Issachah Savage, Photo by Kristen tenor, and Mor- Hoebermann ris Robinson, bass, at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 30, and 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 31 at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Written in memory of Verdi’s close friend, author and cultural icon Alessandro Manzoni, the Requiem combines solos, choruses and symphonic writing. The chorale’s presentation features surroundsound antiphonal trumpets and a custom-built double bass

drum designed to literally shake the auditorium (and the audience) during the dramatic Dies Irae section reflecting Judgment Day. Tickets, ranging from $29$129, are available by calling 213-972-7282, or visiting www.lamc.org.

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James Morosini and Marilyn Fox in Awake and Sing!

Photo by Ron Sossi Awake and Sing! — Clifford Odets’ major play about the hopes and struggles of a lower-middle-class, threegeneration Jewish family living in a Bronx apartment during the Great Depression, has been extended through Sunday, Jan. 31 at the Odyssey Theatre, 2055 Sepulveda Blvd.

Director Elina de Santos and lead actress Marilyn Fox return for this 20th anniversary revival of the smash Odyssey production that ran for nine months in 1994-95. Completing the cast are: David Agranov, Richard Fancy, Robert Lesser, Dennis Madden, Allan Miller, James Morosini, Melissa Paladino and Gary Patent.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. with 2 p.m. Sunday matinees.

Ticket, ranging from $3034, are available by calling 310-477-2055, ext. 2 or visiting www.OdysseyTheatre.com • • • • •.

Westwood’s Geffen Playhouse has set the cast for its West Coast premiere production of Barcelona, written by Bess Wohl.

Starring Betty Gilpin and Carlos Leal, the play is directed by Trip Cullman and opens Feb. 10-March 13.

After midnight in Spain’s magic city, an American woman plunges recklessly into a onenight stand with a dashing Spaniard. But during the course of that single, shocking night— by turns funny and dangerous— her romantic fantasy morphs into a complicated game of cat and mouse between mutual destruction and awkward, unexpected moments of salvation.

Tickets are priced from $32 to $82 are available in-person at the Geffen box office, online at www.geffenplayhouse.com, or by calling 310-208-5454.

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the future, the Water Enterprise Plan, to enhance water independence and to better maintain and exploit future water resources.

The rate increase discussion came on the heels of the first complete billing cycle to reflect that the City’s penalties

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the property had no trees and that there was no residential development near the property.

The DTSC instructed UPRR to prepare a new RAW when there was an actual plan for the development of the property.

With remediation a key factor in the development of the parcels, the trees posed a major impediment to any future development. To remediate, the developer must first address the trees.

Removal of the trees effectively erased that problem. Remediation at UPRR expense could go ahead as soon as a plan for development is put forth.

But no DTSC-approved RAW plan currently exists.

Such a plan would require a 30-day notification period, just as it did with the rejected plan in June 2015.

The report states that one mistake was, “More complete information about the removal process should have been provided in writing to the DTSC and written concurrence with the process should have been obtained from the DTSC so that the record about what DTSC had authorized would have been clear.”

The report references the DTSC as if the conditions for the property were mercurial, when, at a public meeting on June 5, 2015,attended by City staff including Deputy City Manager David Lightener, a 37-year veteran City employee, the DTSC was extremely clear about the toxic soil conditions and mitigations. Not a single piece of correspondence obtained to date by The Courier has varied from these conditions.

The report presented Tuesday provides a partial timeline that begins with an incident when a tree fell on a vehicle in April 2015. It does not reference the well-attended public meeting in June, the noticing before that, the extension of the 30-day comment period because of intense public interest, or the notification that the RAW was dismissed because the plan was based on wrong information.

It is indicative that, just as City staff ignored the authority of the DTSC when they aided the illegal removal of the trees, the City culture ignored the extensive communications from the DTSC on behalf of the RAW

and surcharges are 1.59 times the base rate for those who achieve less than 30 percent conservation. For less than 12percent conservation - that is, excess usage above 88-percent baseline, customers are being charged an additional 3.08 times the base rate.

One complaint from a West Hollywood City Councilmember pointed out that

customers outside Beverly Hills pay an additional 25 percent already.

The City Council asked for more information on the impact of the rate hikes with the penalties and surcharges on multi-family condominiums and apartments, and information on the feasibility of submetering.

In the short term, the coun-

cil asked Public Works to examine cuts that need to be made in order to minimize or eliminate revenue gaps until the rate process is completed and to identify capital projects that can be delayed until the revenue/expense balance can be restored.

In the long term, the City Council requested staff evaluate a possible sunset clause for

in the report’s timeline.

The report jumps ahead to emailed communications beginning Nov. 5, when Lightener sent an email to DTSC to discuss the use of the property for construction staging in the reconstruction of Santa Monica Boulevard and the trimming and removal of unhealthy trees on the City’s 20-foot easement.

DTSC responded that to remove the trees, the City would have to have a soil remediation plan with UPRR, a 30-day noticing and public comment.

At the City Council meeting Vice Mayor John Mirisch revealed that he received notification on the evening of Friday, Nov. 20, that BHLC was going to remove trees Nov. 21-22.

Councilmember Nancy Krasne was out of town, Councilmember Lili Bosse does not receiving notification and Dr. Gold had a family emergency.

It is not clear if Councilmember Willie Brien was aware.

The cutting began early the next day.

On the same Friday, Nov. 20, Community Services Director Steve Zoet sent a memo to City Manager Mahdi Aluzri regarding the hazardous trees, indicating that BHLC was offering to remove City trees at BHLC expense and replace them with new trees, ignoring instructions from the DTSC that the City had received on Nov. 18.

This is not cited by the City attorney as a mistake.

West Coast Arborists (WCA) commenced the removal of the trees under private contract with BHLC. WCA is also under contract with the City of Beverly Hills beginning Jan. 1, 2011 and commencing through Dec. 31, 2016 for $1.330 million per year.

WCA coned off Santa Monica Boulevard without a permit, allegedly assuming their contract with the City precluded the need for a permit when working for a private landowner. Though residents called the City and the police to report these activities, no one looked for permits. City employees actually told the public and the press the activities were legal and permitted.

The report concludes that, “There is a natural tension between responding promptly to the press and the public and the need to ensure that the information that is provided is completely accurate. The best approach for the City is to ac-

knowledge when it does not know the answer . . . and resist the temptation to provide an immediate answer that may not be completely accurate . . .”

The report cites the publicfacing communications and the pressure to “answer questions” but it doesn’t cite City employees for not checking readily accessible public databases that would have revealed the mistake and perhaps, stopped the incident from happening.

Nor does it include in the report that employees with 30plus years of service should know the boundaries of the City property.

In the City contract, WCA is required to mail notification of arborist activity at least seven days in advance for nonemergency work at any tree site, and at least 72 hours in advance of work to “post standardized signage on the trunk of the tree at the site.” They chose to ignore this.

The WCA operated with impunity, and to correct the problem, said the report, the City sent them a letter well after the cutting.

WCA remains under contract through Dec. 31, 2016 at $1.330 million per year.

Besides “reacting to the inherent pressure to respond quickly to public inquiries,” blaming the DTSC for not being clear about their position on the soil conditions and uses in writing, other mistakes the report cites include the assumption that there was a permit issued to WCA to close the street.

The report detailed the City-sponsored testing that took place nearly two weeks after the events took place that showed that there were no significant traces of arsenic in the area surrounding the parcels or near the Sunday farmers’ market on that day.

The report concludes: “The key mistake in this circumstance arose from inadequate information about the unimproved two-foot wide portion of the Santa Monica Boulevard Street right-of-way that is located on the north side of the Parcels and the law regarding the ownership of trees that straddle a property line.”

This baffling conclusion doesn’t take into account key pieces of the puzzle. For example, neither the report submitted by BHLC from Ashley Arborist nor the City’s arborist report recommends the removal of all the trees.

In fact, said Lynch, the City’s Urban Forester Ken Pfalzgraf reported that the Ashley report included photos of trees that were not taken on the site.

Although he concurred that there were hazardous trees, his report had fewer recommendations for removal.

WCA was instructed to remove all the trees presumably

by BHLC, the company that hired them. Everyone involved ignored the DTSC. Not one entity followed standard protocol, yet every single person had over a decade of institutional knowledge and experience that should have, but did not, prevent this “coincidental” series of “accidents” from occurring.

As part of her report, Lynch presented a toxicologist who detailed wind patterns near El Rodeo School that indicate the soil would have blown on the residences, not the farmers’ market until this obfuscation was cut short by the protests of Councilmember Krasne as the hour neared midnight.

Regardless, standard wind patterns mean nothing during the Santa Ana winds, and that day, they were fierce.

“I was one of the residents covered in dust because the wind was so rapid,” said Marilyn Gallup. “I’m delighted to know that people at farmers’ market were not affected.”

Residents waited patiently for the opportunity to address the myriad issues not mentioned in the City report.

Speakers included Courier Publisher Marcia Hobbs, Recreation and Parks Commissioner Robbie Anderson, former Mayor Chuck Aronberg, resident Lionel Ephram who has doggedly pursued this since August and many more.

“The fact that no illness was discovered was a matter of luck,” said Ephram.

Former Mayor and Prosecutor Robert Tanenbaum wrapped up the proceedings like a trial summation.

“Tonight, Julian, you are going to own this report,” said Tanenbaum, calling the City out for, “To have the staff investigate the staff - that ignored what they knew,” about the toxic soil, the City’s right-ofway, permits, and the DTSC. “Appoint an independent commission . . . to find out what they did or didn’t do,” said Tanenbaum. “Eminent-domain the land. No zone changing, dedicate it as a public park and remediate it so we don’t have to hope like Chernobyl.”

January 8, 2016 | Page 17 rate hikes; reevaluate multifamily dwellings and improvements that could be made, including individual metering and adjustments to the rate model; and the council asked for a complete financial and operational performance audit for the Water Enterprise.

Councilmember Willie Brien was teleconferencing from New York (see related article) and he spoke in support of the staff report.

Councilmember Lili Bosse, Vice Mayor John Mirisch, Councilmember Nancy Krasne and Mayor Julian Gold each expressed a deep sense of embarrassment over the incidents surrounding these events.

“I intend to hold staff responsible,” said Krasne. “Personally, I think they should be fired. Mr. (Mahdi) Aluzri wanted the big job (city manager) and now he’s got it.”

Councilmember Bosse insisted on taking the report apart, despite the late hour and protests from Mayor Gold.

“This is arsenic, private or not,” pointed out Bosse, going from point to point to illustrate the holes in the report. “What type of accountability and consequences can be attributed to this situation,” she asked Aluzri. “The council needs to hold me accountable,” he replied.

“This is a screw up of positively epic proportions,” said Vice Mayor Mirisch. “If there was anything great in this report the residents found the information . . . Why didn’t our highly paid professionals? This has the feel and look of a whitewash.”

“Lyn Konheim may be a really nice guy,” said Mirisch.

“Something does not seem kosher about the way that all the trees got cut down in what was essentially a night and fog action . . . “I would have liked to ask Mr. Konheim what happened and what his plans are for a property zoned for transportation as he clearly has plans to develop the property which don’t conform to our City’s General Plan. I’d like to look at the possibility of a referendum, which would require a vote of our residents before Tzone property owners are allowed to file for a zone change.”

“It was embarrassing and disconcerting. But as bad as it was it continued to get much worse,” said Mayor Gold.

The City Council directed staff to find an unaffiliated third-party to investigate and to report back by March.

In addition, a Town Hall meeting led by Robert Tanenbaum, president of the North Beverly Hills Homeowners Association, will be held at City Hall January 27 at 7 p.m.

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Beverly Hills High School Marching Band In London Under the leadership of Beverly Hills High School Music Director Bill Bradbury, the BHHS Marching Band participated in the London New Year’s Day Parade and the BHHS Instrumental Orchestra performed in the London Festival of Music.

Photos by Amanda Manaster, Leilani Del Rosario, Ethan Manaster, Sherri Rabin, and Kristi Bradbury

The BHHS Norman Marching Band performs in Trafalgar Square on Jan. 1.

Sarabeth Tansey, Nikki Melamed and Molly Rabin perform with the band.

The BHHS Symphony Orchestra performs at St. John's Smith Square in London as part of the Music Festival Concert.

BHHS Orchestra French Horn section’s Brandon Lee, Romir Kapur, Minkyu Song and Danielle Berris perform at St. John's Smith Square.

Bill Bradbury, with his wife and trip coordinator, Kristi Bradbury at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.

Nick Jacobson, Angela Bradbury (Beverly Vista 8th grader and daughter of the Bradburys) and Daniel Wiener at the parade.

On the Harry Potter Tour: Nika Del Rosario, Josh Promnick, Remy Romero, Gagan Mannur, Keith Rust (BHHS chaperone), Angela Bradbury, Yasi Pedram, Audrey Lee, Claire Kim and Tiffany Chieu.

Oliver Hakim as the Norman Mascot entertaining the parade crowds.

Asst. Drum Major Kathy Sanchez, Drum Major Scott Senior, and Asst. Drum Major Danny Barroukh receive awards for BHHS’s contributions to the London New Years Day Parade and Music Festival 2016.

Visiting the British Museum: Willy Magnin, Maxwell Kim, Barbara Miller, Ashley Holloway, Shayan Alavy, Lauren Kurtz, Galaxia Miller, Sam Stahl, Amanda Manaster, Kristi Bradbury and Bill Bradbury; foreground: Daniel Wiener, Jared Kurtz and Minkyu Song.

“Our trip to London was one of the most amazing opportunities I've ever been given.

When Mr. Bradbury told us last year that we were going, all I could think about was how excited I was to go and how I could help. The trip gave me life experience and taught me just how much effort and practice an opportunity of this caliber takes.”

-Yeran Mkrtchian, sophomore flutist

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S P O RT S

SLAM DUNK–Beverly Hills Basketball League founder Bruce Horowitz was honored by the City Council last Tuesday with the “Step Up” award for his contributions to youth in the Beverly Hills community. Founded in 1998, the BHBL is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven winter basketball league for boys and girls aged 5-18 and a spring program for boys and girls ages 9-18. Pictured, from left: City of Beverly Hills Recreation Services Manager Teri Angel, BHBL Operations Manager Jeff Grijalva, Matthew Horowitz (Bruce’s son), Margo Horowitz (Bruce’s daughter), Karen Horowitz, (Bruce’s wife), Step-Up award recipient Bruce Horowitz, Mayor Julian Gold, M.D., and Councilmembers Nancy Krasne, Lili Bosse, and John Mirisch.

Rams, Raiders, Chargers Apply For Move To Los Angeles; NFL In L.A. Likely In 2016 Three committees of NFL owners will begin two days of meetings in New York City today to evaluate the applications by the San Diego Chargers, Oakland Raiders and St. Louis Rams to move to the Los Angeles area.

The applications will be reviewed by the Los Angeles Opportunities, Stadium, and Finance committees, according to the league.

The applications will be presented for consideration at the league meeting in Houston next Tuesday and Wednesday.

The relocation of a franchise requires the affirmative vote of three-quarters of the 32 NFL clubs.

The Chargers and Raiders have proposed a joint stadium in Carson, while Rams owner Stan Kroenke is proposing a stadium for his team at the former Hollywood Park racetrack location in Inglewood.

According to Chargers Chairman of the Board Dean Spanos, his fellow owners could approve either the Carson or Inglewood sites "and it could be that neither site is approved."

At most, two teams will be allowed to move to Los Angeles and only one stadium be built.

A document produced by the Rams supporting their application to return to the region they played in from 1946-94 says their "Inglewood project presents the league and all the member clubs with the best opportunity for successful long-term operations in Los Angeles."

The document cites the NFL's previous approval of the Inglewood site for an NFL stadium; Rams' ownership purchase of approximately 300 acres for the stadium and additional development to house NFL Network studios and to build an entertainment district; and surveys of NFL fans in Los Angeles showing greater demand for the return of the Rams than any other team.

All three teams filed their applications to move on Mon-

day.

The Los Angeles area has not had an NFL team since 1994. Following conclusion of that season, the then-Anaheim Stadium-based Rams moved to St. Louis and the Raiders returned to Oakland after calling the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum home from 1982-94.

All three teams seeking to move to Los Angeles previously played in the city.

– City News Service

BALLIN’ BRUINS–Pictured: UCLA guard Jordin Canada dribbles past an Oregon State defender in No. 15 UCLA’s 71-51 rout of No. 11 Oregon State on Jan. 4 at Pauley Pavilion. Canada led the Bruins with 24 points, and was 4-for-4 from 3-point range, in the upset of the Beavers. UCLA ended Oregon State’s three-game winning streak against the Bruins.

Photo for The Courier by David Berke

Beverly Hills Boys Basketball Wins Third Straight Game Maddox Daniels had 12 points and was named “Player of the Game” for Beverly Hills last Saturday in a 49-44 win over Loyola in the Jordan Brand Take Flight Challenge at Redondo High.

The eight-game exhibition, sponsored by Michael Jordan’s Brand Jordan apparel, showcased some of the top talent in

Southern California. Daniels, as Player of the Game, received a Jordan brand jacket and backpack.

Most recently, on Jan. 2, the Normans defeated Crossroads in 66-44 in a nonleague game on the road. BHHS (9-6) begins Ocean League play Jan. 13 against El Segundo.

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS—Shirley Bassey, Yvette Mimieux, David Bowie, Charles Osgood, and Larry Storch (Jan. 8); Joan Baez, Crystal Gayle, Bonnie Carroll and Susannah York (Jan. 9); Pat Benatar, Jaqueline Burdorf, Sherrill Milnes, William Sanderson and Rod Stewart (Jan. 10); Naomi Judd and Grant Tinker (Jan. 11); Kirstie Alley, Anthony Andrews and Kay Siegel (Jan. 12); Marcia Taylor, Kevin Anderson, Julia Louis Dreyfus, Roberta Magid, Richard Moll, and Rip Taylor (Jan. 13); Jason Bateman, Faye Dunaway, Jerrie Heslov, Jack Jones and Linda Briskman (Jan. 14).

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TEDDY BEAR BALL– The Help Group’s 18th Teddy Bear Ball in The Beverly Hilton attracted a large throng including (above, from left): Rich Battista, Kevin Beggs, co-honoree Mike Hopkins and Jon Feltheimer. Dr, Barbara Firestone, The Help Group’s president/CEO is pictured on the left.

Photos by Annie Bang

The Help Group, which provides scholarship support, mentoring, college counseling, vocational training, internships and basic food, clothing and shelter to more than 2,000 children and families, held its 18th Teddy Bear Ball Gala at The Beverly Hilton, where it recognized Mike Hopkins, CEO of Hulu, with its “Help Humanitarian Award.” Also honored was Tom Komp, senior VP for The Help Group, with the “Champion for Children Award.”

Dr. Barbara Firestone, the group’s president/CEO, welcomed the 400 guests and introduced the evening;s emceesMichael Watkins and Tommy Dewey, stars of the Golden Globe nominated show Casual.

Gala chairs were Rich Battista of Time Inc., John Landgraf of FX Network; Steve Mosko of Sony Pictures TV, Eric Shanks of FOX Sports, and Ben Sherwood of Disney-ABC Television Group. co-chairs were Ken Solomon, Dick Costello, Jamie and Chris McGurk and David Salzman.

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Security was as tight as a Beverly Hills’ facelift … and just as noticeable. Hundreds of uniformed police from various agencies surrounded the Palm Springs Convention Center with undercover and non-uniformed officers stationed throughout the interior. Armored SWAT vehicles were deployed at each corner of the block-square building, their occupants dressed in full battle gear, carrying heavy weapons.

The event causing this unprecedented outpouring of protection was the sold-out 27th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival. “This is not the way it should be in America,” said festival chairman Harold Matzner about the military-like presence, “but it’s the right thing to do now.”There was more drama outside the cavernous convention center’s ballroom than inside, where the BENEFACTORS awards were presented. All guests entered the gala The John Wayne Cancer Institute through metal detectors, with women having their purses at Providence St. x-rayed and men being “wanded.” Access to restrooms was monitored. For that one evening last week, the Palm John’s Health Center honored Springs Convention Center was undoubtedly one of the its institute bene- safest places on earth. factors with an “The show must go on,” and proceed it did, with mulevening of dinner/ tiple talks about Oscars and Golden Globes throughout dancing at the the event. This is not just idle chatter. Of the last 31 festival Four Seasons.

From top: ABCs individual honorees, 27 have gone on to become an President Gloria Oscar nominee in the year of their receiving an award Gebbia, John here.

Gebbia and JWCI FILM FESTIVAL– Chairman Patrick Wayne; Tomothy Pictured at last Saturday’s and JWCI black-tie awards gala Auxiiary President for the Anita Swift; Palm Springs International Marisa Wayne Film Festival and Anthony Ditteaux; JoAnn was and Robert Klein Gala Chairman with Victoria Jim Houston Murray; Shane with actress Bush and Melanie Patricia Bosley Wayne Bush.

Photos by Glenn If you want to play the “Guess who’s getting an Marzano and Erin Griffin Oscar” game, here are this year’s individual award honorees at the festival: •Alicia Vikander: “Rising Star Award” •Tom McCarthy: “Sonny Bono Visionary Award” •Brie Larson: “Breakthrough Performance Award” •Rooney Mara: “Spotlight Award, Actress” •Michael Fassbender: “International Star Award, Actor” •Saoirse Ronan: “International Star Award, Actress” •Byron Cranston: “Spotlight Award, Actor” •Johnny Depp: “Desert Palm Achievement Award, Actor” •Matt Damon: “Chairman’s Award” •Cate Blanchett: “Desert Palm Achievement Award, Actress” •Christian Bale and Steve Carrell representing the cast of The Big Short, recipients of the “Best Ensemble Award” ****** Did you know that the euthanasia percentage for black cats is 75-percent? Because of the myths and superstitions surrounding them, they are also discarded and left without any care or attention in much higher proportion than their differently-colored relatives.

Rancho Mirage resident and philanthropist Gene Leone knows this statistic, and upon the recent death of Aspen, his black cat, he decided to do something about improving the lives of black cats in particular and so set up “The Aspen Fund for Black Cats.”

The fund, working in association with “Kittyland Cat and Kitten Rescue,” a cat and kitten rescue organization in Palm Springs, pays in full, all veterinary bills incurred by any black cat rescued by Kittyland.

More information about Kittyland and The Aspen Fund is available at www.kittylandrescue.org.

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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015310618 The following is/are doing business as: RECORD SURPLUS 12436 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025; Surfabilly Music Corp.

12436 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: A CORP O R A T I O N , registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2011: Cheryl A. Perkey, Secretary: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 09, 2015; Published: December 18, 25, 2015, January 01, 08, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015306443 The following is/are doing business as: LOS ANGELES PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING CLINIC 9713 S. Santa Monica Blvd. #202, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Cristy A. Pareti 616 S. El Camino Real #G-9, San Clemente, CA 92672; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to

transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Cristy A. Pareti, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 04, 2015; Published: December 18, 25, 2015, January 01, 08, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015315582 The following is/are doing business as: 1) DEMERY GILLAM & ASSOCIATES 2) BARBARA DEMERY GILLAM & ASSOCIATES 3) DEMERY GILLAM COURT REPORTERS 345 N. Maple Dr. #185, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Gradillas Court Reporters Inc. 345 N. Maple Dr. #185, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 01, 2015: Josephine Gradillas Logue, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 16, 2015; Published: January 01, 08, 15, 22, 2016 LACC N/C ––––––

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER A NOTICE OF D E L I N Q U E N T ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN Order No: 150018011 TS No: M15-02025 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN, DATED 07/14/2015.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that Witkin & Neal, Inc., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to that certain Notice of Delinquent Assessment and Claim of Lien (hereinafter referred to as "Lien"), recorded on 07/21/2015 as instrument number 20150878427 in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, and further pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded on 8/25/2015 as instrument number 20151042187 in said county and further pursuant to California Civil Code Section 5675 et seq. and those certain Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded on 8/23/1987 as instrument number 871359409, WILL SELL on 01/28/2016, 10:00AM., Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA at public auction to the highest bidder for lawful money of the United States payable at the time of sale, all right, title and interest in the property situated in said county as more fully described in the abovereferenced Lien. The purported owner(s) of said property is (are): NILOUFAR YOUNESSI TRUSTEE OF THE 2004 NILOUFAR YOUNESSI REVOCABLE TRUST DTD 7/15/04. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property is purported to be: 200 N. SWALL DRIVE #359, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211, APN 4335-020092. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Sale is: $50,695.82.

The opening bid at the foreclosure sale may be more or less than this estimate. In addition to

cash, the trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn on a state or federal credit union or a check drawn on state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or the endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale shall be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Lien, advances thereunder, with interest as provided in the Declaration or by law plus the fees, charges and expenses of the trustee. THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD IN AN "AS-IS" CONDITION. This communication is from a debt collector. Witkin & Neal, Inc. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in bankruptcy, you may have been released from personal liability for this debt in which case this notice is intended to exercise the secured party's rights against the real property only.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER AND ALL

OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether this sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site: www.nationwideposting.com using the file number assigned to this case: M15-02025.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, the sale shall be subject to the following as provided in California Civil Code Section 5715: "A non judicial foreclosure sale by an association to collect upon a debt for delinquent assessments shall be subject to a right of redemption. The redemption period within which the separate interest may be redeemed from a foreclosure sale under this paragraph ends 90 days after the sale." Dated: 12/29/2015 Witkin & Neal, Inc. as said Trustee 5805 SEPULVEDA BLVD., SUITE 670 SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91411 (818) 8458808 By: SUSAN PAQUETTE TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0269101 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 0 1 / 0 8 / 2 0 1 6 , 01/15/2016, 01/22/2016 ————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE UNDER A NOTICE OF D E L I N Q U E N T ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN Order No: 5925116 TS No: M15-06024 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELIN-

QUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN, DATED 05/07/2015.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that Witkin & Neal, Inc., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to that certain Notice of Delinquent Assessment and Claim of Lien (hereinafter referred to as "Lien"), recorded on 05/08/2015 as instrument number 20150535820 in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, and further pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded on 07/13/2015 as instrument number 20150840230 in said county and further pursuant to California Civil Code Section 5675 et seq. and those certain Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded on 04/04/1995 as instrument number 95476978, WILL SELL on 02/04/2016, 10:00AM., Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA at public auction to the highest bidder for lawful money of the United States payable at the time of sale, all right, title and interest in the property situated in said county as more fully described in the abovereferenced Lien. The purported owner(s) of said property is (are): SCOTT PRITCHARD, AN UNMARRIED MAN. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property is purported to be: 818 N. DOHNEY DR #1404, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069, APN 4340018-131. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Sale is: $28,023.20.

The opening bid at the foreclosure sale may be more or less than this estimate. In addition to cash, the trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn on a state or federal credit union or a check drawn on state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the

California Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or the endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale shall be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Lien, advances thereunder, with interest as provided in the Declaration or by law plus the fees, charges and expenses of the trustee. THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD IN AN "AS-IS" CONDITION. This communication is from a debt collector. Witkin & Neal, Inc. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in bankruptcy, you may have been released from personal liability for this debt in which case this notice is intended to exercise the secured party's rights against the real property only.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale post-

ponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether this sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site: www.nationwideposting.com using the file number assigned to this case: M15-06024.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, the sale shall be subject to the following as provided in California Civil Code Section 5715: "A non judicial foreclosure sale by an association to collect upon a debt for delinquent assessments shall be subject to a right of redemption. The redemption period within which the separate interest may be redeemed from a foreclosure sale under this paragraph ends 90 days after the sale." Dated: 12/22/2015 Witkin & Neal, Inc. as said Trustee 5805 SEPULVEDA BLVD., SUITE 670 SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91411 (818) 8458808 By: SUSAN PAQUETTE TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COL-

LECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0268301 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 01/15/2016, 01/22/2016, 01/29/2016 ————————— OFF-LEASH DOG BEACHES IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY *The purpose of this measure is to increase the number of beaches which allow unleashed dogs. *This measure would designate between three to five beach areas which will allow dogs off-leash.

Each beach area shall not be narrower than 1/4 mile wide, nor further than a 10-mile drive from the closest beach which allows dogs offleash. *This measure would provide that each dog owner/guardian will pick up after their dogs, respect other beach goers and abide by common dog park rules, including leashing their dogs between the parking lot and the beach, if necessary. *This measure asserts that it is cost neutral or revenue generating.

The increased parking revenue at these beach areas may more than offset the cost of doggie bags and occasional maintenance.

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PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No. 010038-CA APN: 4345-024-021 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE I M P O R T A N T NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/1/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 2/2/2016 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/8/2007, as Instrument No. 20071108852, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: SHAHROOZ ARIANPOUR AND FARIBA ARIANPOUR, TRUSTEES OF THE SHAHROOZ AND FARIBA ARIANPOUR TRUST DATED AUGUST 9, 2000 WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described

above is purported to be:612 N CAMDEN DR BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $1,403,854.90 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior

to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 0 1 0 0 3 8 - C A .

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES I N F O R M AT I O N : (844) 477-7869 Publish: 1/8/2016, 1/15/2016, 1/22/2016 ———————— T.S. No. 15-15184 Loan No. 812 Del Mar Order No. 5925701 APN: 5368-018-021 SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMA-

TION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR.] NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/3/2015.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On :12/28/2015 at 10:30 AM (or as postponed from time to time), Best Alliance Foreclosure and Lien Services, Corp. as the duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to deed of trust recorded 3/12/2015 as Instrument No. 20150268565 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by David Ho an unmarried man as Trustor, SG Wells Investment LLC, Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION SALE TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) At: AT THE FRONT STEPS OF BUILDING LOCATED AT 17305 GILMORE STREET, VAN NUYS, CA, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county, California describ-

ing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”.

The street address and other common designation, in any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 812 S. Del Mar Ave. San Gabriel, CA 91776 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and/or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the physical condition of the property, title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust and personal property, if any,, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and of the trusts created by said deed of trust, to wit: amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 6 7 0 , 4 7 3 . 8 5 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If

you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 848-9272 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com using the T.S. number assigned to this case.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Title No.: 5925701 T.S. No.: 1 5 15184 Loan No.: 8 1 2 Del Mar AP No.: 5368-018-021

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a Written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The Notice of Default and Election to Sell was recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

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Blessing Hands Home Care Affordable Experienced Caregiver’s/CNA’s 24-Hours • 7 Days/Week 4/8/12+ Hr. Shifts Avail.

We will beet your needs, no matter how speicalized or simple.

Excellent References.

Call For A Free Estimate!

available for Parties, Events or a Romantic Evening at home.

Local references and resume available on request.

I am Chef David Erickson and I say “Let Me Cook That For You!”

818/746-3904 24-Hrs: 805/558-3517

(310) ASK-DAVE • (310) 275-3283

Owned/Operated by R.N.

ARE YOU A SENIOR AND NEED ASSISTANCE? We can help YOU!

We provide experienced Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s for seniors needing companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, light housekeeping, etc...

We offer responsible and nurturing care. Our staff is thoroughly screened and we care. Live In/Out.

Call Lisa 24hrs.

323/877-8121 • 323/806-9498

NEED HELP? W E U N D E R S TA N D . . .

Mama’s caregivers are loving, caring, trained & bonded. Live in or out.

M AMA’ S H OME C ARE 323/655-2622

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270

240

ELDERLY CARE

CONDOS FOR SALE

OFFICE / STORES FOR LEASE

If You Are Facing Serious Illness, You Don’t Need to be Alone.

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

We become your support system 24 hours a day.

We focus on dignity, respect, and comfort during the end of life process. • Accredited by the Joint Commission • Certified by Medicare and Medi-Cal • Licensed by the California Department of Health • Member of the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association • Serving the greater Los Angeles County and community with our compassionate, multilingual health-care team

818-762-7171

Available 24/7 www.TrueCareHospice.com

————— American Healthcare Providers

HOMECARE ATTENDANT SPECIALIST COMPETITIVE & VERY REASONABLE RATES! Live In / Live Out 24/7 CNA / HHA Hospice Hospitals Companion 818/395-8308 Licensed/Insured/Bonded

Email: amehealthpro@ gmail.com JEWISH OWNED AAA RATED

89

BEAUTY SALON

BEVERLY HILLS BEAUTY SALON

90

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY IT Software Development Manager (Beverly Hills CA): Reqs Masters; 2 yrs sw dev prjct mgmt exp; skill with: syst admin (AS/400, iSeries, OS X Server), adv proficiency w/ ColdFusion XML & Flex; platforms incl Vjoon K4 6.4 Publishing Syst, Northplains Telescope v9.3, Infor Infinium & Q&A; ACT! CRM; Font Explorer & Far Cry CMS. Mail resume: Playboy Enterprises International, Inc., 9436 Civic Center Dr #200 Beverly Hills CA 90210 attn T. Hand.

Must be legally authrzd to wrk in US w/o spnsrshp. EOE.

On Robertson Blvd.

—————

Has Room For Rent.

HOUSKEEPER NEEDED

Ideal for Facialist or Massage Therapist.

Tuesdays & Fridays 9am - 3pm

Available in Jan. 2016

For a Beverly Hills home.

Call 310/529-9012

References a[plus.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

LARGE OFFICE $825/MO. x x x x x x

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â&#x20AC;˘ 2-Offices â&#x20AC;˘ 1â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Lrg. Off. â&#x20AC;˘ 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x18â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $2,250/Mo. 1 Reg. Off. â&#x20AC;˘ 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $1,425/Mo.

Farsi, Russian, Hebrew,

and Monday mornings.

Armenian or Polish. Must

Location: PetSmart

have car and available for live-in positions.

Call 323/655-2622

Call Toni Black at

DO NOT APPLY

310/995-5777

IF NOT EXPERIENCED.

For Sale: $8,500,000

GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES *BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

Call 310/600-0145

CENTURY TOWERS

Garage/Storage For Rent

2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS $1,295,000 You won't believe the unobstructed breathtaking views of Century City and LA..

Totally renovated Granite Counters. Stainless Steel Appliances. Huge Living Room Move-In Condition

CENTURY PARK EAST $525,000 TO $1,169,000

x x

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Information Please Call: 310.278.1322

425

HOUSES FOR LEASE

BEVELRY HILLS New Construction on S. Rodeo Dr. 5 Bd.+6 Ba. 4,500sf.

2-Stories, master suite w/ jacuzzi, gourmet kitch. w/ Viking appl., fireplace, central air, pool, security alarm+cameraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 4-prkg.

$18,000/Month

310/975-1856

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BEL AIR CREST

To Advertise Your Rental, Please Call Us At:

We Will Heated Pools, Sundeck, File Your Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff DBA Engineers, Switchboard, for Security Staff, Switchboard, FREE! Saunas, Business Center, For More

310/394-7132

CENTURY WOODS

Some Complexes include

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Blocks from

$1,995,000 TO $15,975,000

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$3,488,000 TO $28,950,000 $1,699,000 TO $2,599,000

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Storage Space

Close to Beach .

ONE CENTURY

:,/6+,5( %/9' %(9(5/< +,//6

427 Montana Ave.

2 BDRM / DEN/ 2 BA

CENTURY HILL

:,/6+,5( %/9' %(9(5/< +,//6

SANTA MONICA

for Rent.

$1,095,000 TO $1,795,000

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CENTURY PARK EAST

$1,599,000

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Mon.-Fri. â&#x20AC;˘ 10am-5pm

NOW AVAILABLE

LE PARC

At least 5 years in home

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

For Lease: $16,900/MO.

$750,000 TO $1,195,000

CARE GIVE RS NE E DE D

English and can also speak

with a huge lot.

PARK PLACE

PRIME AREA! Rent With reception, library includes HDAC, Utilities, and kitchen. daily janitorial services 310/273-0136 and parking.

Close to shops 310/653-2551 & restaurants.

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all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com

$545,000 TO $1,348,000

IN CENTURY CITY 2-ROOM SUITE

4BR. + GUESTHOUSE Beautiful Traditional Home

CENTURY TOWERS

Prime Beverly Hills OFFICE FOR LEASE Boutique Bldg.

310/995-5777

4 hours per week

Non-profit organization

270

BEVERLY HILLS

License 00957281

In Boutique Building $899,000 Adj. Beverly Hills Building has been South Tower Corner. 2 Jumbo Balconies completely remodeled. New Stainless Steel Kitchen, Wood Floors Call 323/782-1144 Unobstructed City Views, Lower Floor

â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

with Kitty experience experience. Speak fluent

(La Cianega & Blackburn)

Office/Stores For Lease

LARGE CORNER OFFICE $1,575/MO.

Call Toni Black at

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

240

300

HOUSES FOR SALE

PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.

For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440

Shopping & Dining

310-278-1322

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

HOUSES FOR LEASE

B.H LUXURY 4 BEDROOM, 4 BATHS 1 Year Lease $5,800/MO. Views, Spa, Patios, Wine Cellar. Newly Renovated.

Call Elfrieda 310/205-0206

————— BEVERLY HILLS 4BR. + GUESTHOUSE Beautiful Traditional Home with a huge lot.

For Lease: $16,900/MO. For Sale: $8,500,000

Call 310/600-0145

————— • THE GROVE AREA • Prime Carthay Circle Top Floor 3 Bdrm.+3.5 Bath $4,900/Month

1930’S DUPLEX COMPLETELY UPDATED Liv rm w/ hi-ceilings, hrwd flrs, fireplace. New kitch w/ granite counters,

Top Floor 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath $4,400/Month Remodeled incld bath, newer kitch. Hrwd. flrs.

LISA SHERMAN • AGENT 310/724-7000 x-1851

435

GUESTHOUSE FOR RENT HANCOCK PARK GUESTHOUSE 1928 World’s Charm English Tudor Duplex Has Furnished 1 Bdrm.

Guesthouse Adj. 1,000sf., very private.

All Utilities Included With cable, internet, phone. $1,800/Month

213/393-0780 Near museums, shopping, restaraunts.

Classified Rentals

425

440

R E A L E S TAT E

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

BEVERLY HILLS ~ DUPLEX ~

License 00957281

all listings are on

CenturyCityLiving.com

3 Bd. + 2 1/ 2 Ba. Remodeled upper unit,

NOW AVAILABLE hardwood flrs., a/c,washer/ GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES

F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

CENTURY TOWERS

dryer, 2-3 parking. Dining, breakfast & formal rms.

$3,950/Month

• 310/888-8058 • 310/800-3452

1017 S. SHERBOURNE Very Private & Spacious You won't believe the unobstructed 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH breathtaking views of Century City and LA.. upper unit with breakfast Totally renovated Granite Counters. Stainless Steel and formal dining room.

Appliances. Huge Living Room Yard, laundry & parking.

Move-In Conditionr

$3,500/MO. CENTURY PARK EAST Call 213/804-3761

Chose from 2 Unobstructed City Views Renovated with newer kitchens Luxurious Baths Jumbo Balconies Carpet & Hardwood

2 BED, 2 BATH, DEN $4,950/MONTH Renovated. City Views Hardwood Floors. Granite Kitchen 2 Jumbo Balconies

3 BED, 2 BATH $5,500/MONTH Renovated. New Kitchen Hardwood Floors 2 Jumbo Balconies PARK PLACE $3,850 to 4,700/mo.

CENTURY TOWERS $3,850 to $6,800/mo.

CENTURY HILL $6,500 to $7,000/mo.

LE PARC $9,850 to $14,000/mo.

ONE CENTURY $16,000 to $35,000/mo.

BEL AIR CREST $10,000 to $59,000/mo.

Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.

For Lease See our Ad Sec. 270

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

—————

BEVERLY HILLS

2 flr, central air, hrwd flrs, new carpet, gourmet kitch., 2-car parking.

COMPASS GOLD PROP.

Marty: 310/293-2205

————— BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

LUXURIOUS

• huge closets, built-in • • • • • • • a/c, dishwasher, pool, Very Spacious, A/C, elevator, controlled

balcony, intercom entry,

access, laundry

on-sight laundry, prkg.

facilities. No pets.

Close to Cedars-Sinai,

424/343-0015

Beverly Center,

Great Location!

shops, cafes

—————––––

218 S. Tower Dr.

310/270-0724

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

• • Large Remodeled Top Floor • 309 S. Sherbourne Dr. • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • Unit With Lots of Light ( • • • ----- • • • ) • • In Newer Luxury Building •• Single •• 1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. • •

8560 W. Olympic Bl.

Call 310/526-1484

Old World Charm!

Bright, intercom entry, fridge, stove, laundry fac.

• • • • • •

Good closet space, a/c, elevator, dishwasher, controlled access. Close

CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS to Cedars/shops/trans. & SHOPPING. 310/247-8689 310/531-3992

—————

—————––––

BRENTWOOD BEVERLY HILLS 11730 SUNSET BLVD.

• • • • • • •

NEWLY REMODELED

• •••••• • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • ————— French doors in bdrm. to • • 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. patio overlooking pool • • •••••• 922 S. BEDFORD ST. Rooftop pool, • GORGEOUS UNITS • NEWLY REMODELED LIGHT AND BRIGHT

Central air,

deck, central air,

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

pool, elevator,

elevator, intercom

newly remodeled on second floor with A/C and 2 parking.

on-site laundry,

entry, on-sight laundry,

intercom entry.

gym, parking.

320 N. La Peer Dr. • Free WiFi Access •

• 310/246-0290 • ~ 310/476-3824 ~ BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE CLOSE TO S H O P S & D I N I N G

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS 443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

—————–––– BRENTWOOD The Carlton 11666 Goshen Ave.

(•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

• • • 1 Bd. + Den + 2 Ba. • Single+Loft+1.5 Ba. • • • • 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. B R I G H T & S PA C I O U S (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) B E V E R LY H I L L S WiFi, central air/heat, LIVING. fireplace, patio, Balcony, dishwasher, controlled access, elevator, intercom pool, elevator, parking, $700/MO. entry, on-site Includes utilities laundry facility. laundry, parking. and parking 310/312-9871 P LEASE C ALL : Call 310/474-5178 Shopping & Dining in weekday afternoon 310/435-3693 Brentwood Village

—————

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

Spacious, hardwood flrs.,

BEVERLY HILLS

—————––––

8544 BURTON WAY

• 2 Bd.+2 Ba.

2 BDRMS, 2 BA. $2,595/MO.

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH $2,350/MO. $2,950/MO. Sam: 310/422-6026 New granite counters throughout all amenities BEVERLY HILLS ADJ in kitchen and includes all Bedford/Olympic appliances. Large closets, 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO $2,150/MO. balconies, Berber carpet/ Approx.

1400 Sq. ft. harwood foors and verticle blinds. Fireplace, huge bar, Lower unit with fridge, washer/ dryer included in washer/dryer in unit laundry area. Secured and 2 car parking. building with garden Call 310/880-7281 courtyard. Choice location Near Beverly Center, CedarsWESTWOOD Sinai, Restaurants, Trader SINGLE APARTMENT Joes, Etc. No Pets.

FOR RENT Shown By Appointment.

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

120 S. Swall Dr. • • • • • • • • • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • •

& transportation.

North of Wilshre stove, dishwasher, fridge, 2 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • $3,000 parking spaces, A/C, balcony, Electric Car charging secured entry, gated parking, station, brand new gourmet kitchen, balcony. gym, laundry, etc...

nd

221 S. Doheny Dr.

—————

9000 Clifton Way cabinets, ample closet space,

Bright & Spacious 2+Den+2 • $2,695

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

ADJACENT

BEVERLY HILLS Granite counter tops, custom

451 S. Maple Dr.

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 236 S. REXFORD DR. Luxurious & Bright 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath with hardwood floors, all appliances including washer/dryer in unit. $2,750/MO. Call 310/926-6088 or 310/409-6014

————— —————

2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS $5,950/month

1 BED, 1BATH $3,250MO & $3,400MO

440

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440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

Robertson/Burton Way

LOVELY ONE BEDROOM With balcony, tub + stall shower, ELEVATOR, A/C, gated garage, controlled access in quiet building.

No pets. Non-smoking facility.

Call 323/252-5600

—————–––– BRENTWOOD 904-908 Granville Av.

• WESTWOOD •

550 Veteran Ave. ••••• • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • ••••• Very spacious, granite counters, microwave, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, parking & WiFi. Very close to UCLA & Westwood Village.

310/208-5166

—————–––– WESTWOOD

440

440

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

FOR RENT ON WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 10445 Wilshire Blvd.

2 Bdrm/2 Bath Condo Large kitchen, large dining room area Sealed-in Patio Call 310-550-8006

**CENTURY CITY**

————— WESTWOOD

•

•

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • 1 Bd. + Den + 1 Ba. • •• •• L o t s o f • • • •

Fireplace, balcony, laundry facility, subterranean prkg.

Near Whole Foods.

310/207-1965

—————––––

• •2 Bd.+2 Ba.• • •• • • •• Single •• •• •• •• • •

Newly Remodeled.

New hardwood flrs.,

1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath

granite counters, stainless steel appl.,

•• ••••

alcove fireplace,

Wifi, Bright, controlled access, balcony, pool, elevator, laundry facility, prkg.

BRENTWOOD Close To U.C.L.A.

519 S. Barrington Ave.

˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚

310/477-6856

—————–––– WESTWOOD

dishwasher, controlled gated parking, intercom access bldg., WiFi, entry, WiFi and more.

pool, on-sight laundry, • 310/552-8064 • gym, parking.

310/477-6885 Close to U.C.L.A.

Rooftop jacuzzi with panoramic city views.

Close to Brentwood Village.

310/472-8915

—————–––– ≈ WEST ≈ LOS ANGELES 11305 Graham Pl.

~~~~~

1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Intercom entry, a/c, dishwasher, on-sight laundry & parking.

CLOSE

TO

SCHOOL

& F R E E WAY S

310/477-8171

—————––––

• • •• Single •• • • • • • •

WiFi, a/c, intercom entry, laundry facility, elevator, parking, pool.

CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., SHOPPING & 1 BLK. TO WESTWOOD PARK. 310/478-8616

—————––––

• WESTWOOD • CULVER CITY

10933 Rochester Ave.

Jr. Executive

~ ~ ~ ~ ~

“The Mission” • Westwood • • • • • •

• WESTWOOD • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. 1422-1428 Kelton Av.

Spacious

• • • • •

6-Month Lease Avail.

* * * * * * Every Extra Luxury

1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • custom cabinets, granite

countertops, stone entry, pool, health club, spa.

• Free WiFi Access • dishwasher, controlled • Close to UCLA • access, WiFi, on-site Hardwood floors,

laundry & parking.

C LOSE

TO

U.C.L.A.

310/864-0319

310/473-5061

—————–––– WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 10530-10540 Wilshire Bl.

∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • Single •

L.A.’S FINEST, MOST LUXURIOUS ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ Luxury Living APT. RENTAL * * * * * *

1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. L.A., 90024 Contact Mgr.:

• 310/864-0319 •

• 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath

* * * * *

•

3830 Vinton Ave.

• •

•

Single

•

•

•

•

Balcony, controlled

lush garden

elevator, on-site laundry.

surrounding pool,

Close to shopping,

gym, elevator, etc.

great restaurants

Hrwd. flrs., granite

and Metro.

counters, dishwasher,

213/732-9849

elevator, lrg. pool, prkg, on-sight laundry.

H IKING

IN

R UNYON

• • • • • •

310/247-8689

—————–––– BRENTWOOD

C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD

The Carlton

B OWL /N IGHTLIFE .

11666 Goshen Ave.

323/467-8172

(•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

————— LAFAYETTE PARK 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL.

1 Bdrm.+1 Bath

Single+Loft+1.5 Ba. 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. (•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

••••••

WiFi, central air/heat,

less steel appliances,

controlled access,

air conditioned, new

pool, elevator, parking,

hrwd. flrs., designer

laundry facility.

fireplace, patio,

310/312-9871 fan, elevator, controlled Shopping & Dining in access. Fitness ctr, yoga Brentwood Village finishes, balcony, ceiling

room, wi-fi, skyview

—————––––

lounge w/ outdoor fire-

—————––––

dishwasher, elevator, on-site laundry and parking.

213/385-4751

—————––––

BENEDICT CANYON ESTATE SALE Friday - Sunday 9am - 3pm

BEVERLY HILLS 221 S. Doheny Dr.

H O L LY W O O D • Free WiFi • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. Call: 310/470-4474 1769-1775

www. bhcourier .com

1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba.

—————–––– —————––––

access, parking,

—————––––

----- • • • )

FOR RENT laundry, parking. place, laundry facilities. ON WILSHIRE CORRIDOR All Utilities Paid. Easy freeway access 10445 Wilshire Blvd.

310/841-2367 213/382-102 1 2 Bdrm/2 Bath Condo Large kitchen, MID-WILSHIRE LOS ANGELES 340 S. St. Andrews Pl. 401 S. HOOVER St. large dining room area Sealed-in Patio • • • • • • • • • • • • • Call 310-550-8006 Spacious • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. 1 Bdrm + 1 Bath • 465 Single 2 Bdrm + 2 Bath • • • • • • • • Garage/Estate Sale • • • • • Control access, pool,

with valet,

central air, balcony.

(•••

Newly Remodeled Good closet space, a/c,

—————–––– —————–––– Granite counter tops, stain-

• • • 1409 Midvale Ave. Spacious a/c, fireplace, Bright unit.

• • • • • • • • • • • pool, controlled access, Pool, sauna, • intercom entry, 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • laundry fac., prkg.

Dishwasher, On-site • • • Free WiFi Access • elevator, on-site laundry, parking.

1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath

* * * * *

Great Views elevator, dishwasher, Character & Charm! Great views, controlled controlled access. Close Glass Fireplace to Cedars/shops/trans. access, balcony,

2 Bd.+2 Ba. 1 0 9 0 5 O h i o Av e .

Balcony, air conditioning fridge, laundry facility, •• Includes: •• Granite counters,

* HOLLYWOOD * BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

2220 S. Beverly Glen 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. 309 S. Sherbourne Dr.

1370 Veteran Ave.

••••

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

1252 BENEDICT CANYON Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Collectible Pottery &

N. Sycamore Av. Spacious, hardwood flrs., Glassware, Furniture, huge closets, built-in • • • • Kitchen &

• • Single • Bachelor

a/c, dishwasher, pool, elevator, controlled

Controlled access,

access, laundry

laundry facility.

facilities. No pets.

Utilities Included.

424/343-0015

323/851-3790

Great Location!

Entertaining Items, Jewelry, Eclectic Decor, More.

SuccorEstateSales.com for photos

b h c o u r i e r. c o m

320 S. CLARK DR.

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

BEVERLY HILLS

BEVERLY HILLS

S E RV I C E

468

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

BAGS WANTED

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D I R E C T O RY

BUY & SELL

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Chairman Emeritus Paula Kent Meehan President & Publisher Marcia Wilson Hobbs

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Was anyone in Tuesday’s City Council meeting expecting anything other than a “whitewash”? The only surprise was the comedy relief from Tommy the Toxicologist. He had taken a break from his “I See Dead People” job to tell us which way the wind was blowing two weeks ago. In fact, I'm certain he used the same charts and graphs the water lady used in her presentation geared to confuse and confound us. This was business as usual. Bureaucrats and their defenders, earning six figure plus salaries telling us this was simply an on the job training and learning exercise. But this time, it was different–peoples' lives have been put at risk and, tragically, we won't know the seriousness of that risk until someone becomes ill.

What angers me most is that this “whitewash” depicts what I can only characterize as the contempt and disrespect those whose salaries we pay, have for us–the citizens. To think they would offer up this “crap”and expect us quietly go home grateful for the wonderful learning experience this has provided.

This is what happens when decision makers' lives are not effected by the decisions they make nor held accountable for their actions. It becomes a culture of alliances and relationships developed over the years, unchecked, with the “public be damned” as the mission statement.

I propose citizen advocates be present at the table when a project is initially presented to planning–ones whose lives will be directly effected by the proposed project. Responsible citizens who will ask the questions that need to be asked before and not after.

Stakeholders who will insure that our best interests are not in the hands of on-the-job trainees .

Robert Block ****** Thank you to The Courier for not letting up on coverage of the 196 trees destroyed in our fair City. It was bad enough when I heard this news but it infuriated me when I learned that probably the majority of these trees where on City property.

Growing up and working in Beverly Hills I have always valued our wonderful selection and quantity of trees. We are the envy and admiration of people from all over the globe for our manicured flora, tree lined streets that are maintained to some of the highest standards.

Trees are an essential part of our Ecosystem as well. They provide shade, sound filtering, beauty, watershed as well as filter and provide oxygen to the air we breath. Our City is known for it's high standards and regulations which keep us looking like a precious jewel. We use to joke that you can't spit on the sidewalk in Beverly Hills without taking out a permit or get a fine (the latter of which I think is still part of the municipal code!) Destroying trees is reprehensible but destroying City trees is criminal.

And if government officials gave the perpetrators an old boys school “nod and a wink” to close streets off and destroy these trees without proper due-diligence, then they are just as much if not more to blame and should also be held and accountable both financially and criminally along with the perpetrators.

Years ago, when I finished college, I took a position at Beverly Hills City Hall. A case came in about a single family property owner in Trousdale Estates. The owner got up one morning and decided we didn't like a beautiful palm tree that was minimally obstructing his view so he decided to hack it up by topping it one early Sunday morning (presumably thinking he would be off the City's radar by doing this on the weekend).

Fortunately his escapades didn't go unnoticed by the City especially since the tree died.

I point this out since the City levied and collected on a $75,000 fine plus penalties for the replacement of that one tree and the home owner paid it in full. You can do the math yourself but I think a strong message should be sent here and heads should roll.

In the immortal words of the late, Beverly Hills’ resident Desi Arnaz: “Somebody’s got some ‘splainin’ to do, Lucy!”

Ben Simon

******

I find the proposed changes to the water rates to be discriminatory on the basis of income and ability to pay. The current rates already have a small built-in advantage for those living in single-family residential dwellings, in that the tier breakpoints increase rates more rapidly for multi-family residences. I see no justifiable reason for the difference, but it is somewhat minimal.

The proposed new rates, on the other hand, severely discriminate against those who live in multi-

family residences. Not only do the proposed tier breakpoints escalate much more rapidly for those in multi-family residences, but the proposed rate per 100 cubic feet (HCF) escalates wildly for the citizens of Beverly Hills living in multi-residential housing.

For example, at 10+ HCF, the rate is $4.32 for single-family residences and $17.50 for multi-family!

The significant discrepancy persists for additional water use tiers. I suggest those living in multi-family residences (renters, seniors, single-unit apartment/ condo owners, etc.) are precisely those, who can least afford these rate changes.

Due to the difference in acquisition and monthly living costs, single-family residential owners/residents, tend to be more affluent. In addition, they differentially use larger volumes of water for irrigating lawns, yards, flower beds, etc., as well as the filling of swimming pools, washing of driveways, etc.

In short, I think the proposed water rate changes discriminate in favor of the Beverly Hills residents who not only use the greatest quantities of our scarce water, but are in fact most capable of paying for what they use!

This is the precisely the wrong direction for the Beverly Hills City Council to foster a mature, integrated growth for our wonderful City.

Philip Katz ****** It was 50 years ago this week that longtime Beverly Hills resident Nancy Sinatra had her iconic record These Boots Are Made For Walking released as a smash single. Nancy's work was groundbreaking as it was pop music's first feminist song, which really created a visual image for her in mini-skirt and go-go boots that resonates to this day. She was like a biker chick with a heart of gold and the combination of extremes worked well for her, much like Ann Margret had. Plus it had that famous “walking bass line” played on upright bass, very rare for a pop record.

Nancy was the forerunner of artists like Madonna, Blondie, Debbie Harry and Lady Gaga, all of whom use a lot of “girl power” in their songs and style. Nancy had a release party for the Boots record at her family's favorite B.H. dining spot, La Dolce Vita, with mini boots hanging from the ceiling and father Frank announcing himself as “Nancy's dad” as he did on his TV special A Man And His Music, Part Two that year, 1966, with Nancy on hand to sing her follow up single Bang Bang My Baby Shot Me Down.

I was Nancy's publicist from 1994 to 2002 and helped orchestrate a musical comeback for her which included concerts at the House Of Blues, Whisky A Go Go and cover pictorial in Playboy with a concert

by Nancy and her rock band at the Playboy Mansion in 1995. Nancy wrote the introduction to my book 1966! The Coolest Year In Pop Culture History in 2002 (See it on HalLifson.com) and also showed me some of the finer aspects of Beverly Hills culture, a City she really loved. We would have business meetings frequently over a Westwood sandwich at Nate n’ Al, stop off at her favorite candy store Edelweiss where I learned of the greatest chocolate covered marshmallows on the planet, and Nancy pointed out where famous Beverly Hills nightspots were like Pip’s, The Candy Store, and The Luau. When she was a teen, Nancy worked at Jax clothing boutique on Rodeo Drive.

When Nancy filmed her first NBC TV special Movin' With Nancy in 1967, she had a scene in front of her first Beverly Hills home on Betty Lane, off Coldwater Canyon. We stopped by to see it one time and knocked on the door to the current owner's surprise! The original bright yellow shag carpet and white and bright yellow curtains were still intact in the house and Nancy became very nostalgic at the site of her former kitchen which she told me was carpeted too. Nancy was always a groundbreaking recording artist and her signature Boots song became a real anthem for women's empowerment. Ironically, it was written and first recorded by Lee Hazlewood as a song about a man in his cowboy boots walking all over the gal who betrayed him.

When Nancy sang about her boots “walking all over you,” it was an aggressive yet playful angle along with her fashion statement that made Nancy and Beverly Hills was how much of a “small town” it is. It reminded her of TV shows she loved as a kid while living here, like Donna Reed and Gidget. Now that 50 years later, that small town feel is still here for all of us and These Boots Are Made For Walking remains a timeless record that one view on YouTube will prove why it went to #1!

Hal Lifson

Cartoon for The Courier by Janet Salter I find it very strange that the article in your Jan. 1 issue about the BHHS band and orchestra’s trip to England to perform in the London New Year’s Day Parade did not cite Bill Bradbury, the instrumental music instructor at BHHS. As the parent coordinator for the trip, I can tell you that Bill, along with his wife, Kristi, spent hundreds of hours on this trip— doing everything from preparing the kids, holding practice sessions, packing instruments and boxes and boxes of uniforms and materials, dealing with jittery parents, planning some of the logistics of the trip, training chaperones, and so much more.

Bill Bradbury has given his heart, energy, afternoons, evenings, and weekends the 10 months to make this the amazing and wonderful trip it was. How shameful The Courier couldn’t even mention his name once.

The article did use Principal David Jackson’s name five times, and while he did help to ease some parents' worries about the trip, this trip would not have happened without Bradburys, who spent hours and hours of their personal time arranging this trip. In my opinion, you owe them at least a mention, and, just maybe, an apology.

Marta Freud ****** In Dr. Brian Goldberg's Dec. 2 e-blast letter, issued as a paid ad on The Courier’s website, he sends a list of his accomplishments while a member of the BHUSD Board of Education.

For #11 on his list, he claims: “Highest National Ranking and the first time Beverly Hills High School has sent students to National Academic Decathlon Competition.”

In 2015, three outstanding individuals from BHHS did compete in the national finals, but the team as a whole did not qualify.

I don't know what “Highest National Ranking” means, but I do know that this is not the first time BHHS has sent students to the National Academic Decathlon. The team came in second in the United States three years in a row, in 1984, 1985 and 1986.

Nancy Barth Parent of a former Decathlete

POLICE BLOTTER The following assaults. burglaries, robbery and grand thefts have been reported by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers.

Losses in brackets.

ASSAULTS 12/09 N. La Cienega Bl. 12/17 400 N. Beverly Dr. 12/17 100 N. Swall Dr. 12/20 N. Palm Dr. 12/28 500 N Camden Dr. 12/29 N. Roxbury Dr./ Wilshire Bl. BURGLARIES 12/14 200 N. La Peer Dr. ($72,649) 12/14 300 S. Rexford Dr. 12/14 100 S. Elm Dr. ($1,605) 12/16 900 N. Rexford Dr. 12/16 300 N. Elm Dr. ($1,840) 12/16 1500 Lexington Rd. 12/16 8900 Clifton Way ($1,780) 12/16 400 S. Swall Dr. ($7) 12/17 400 S. Roxbury Dr. ($1,040) 12/17 1400 Carla Ridge ($100) 12/19 600 N. Sierra Dr. 12/19 200 N. Doheny Dr.

12/18 9400 S. Santa Monica Bl. ($1,073) 12/18 9500 Wilshire Bl. 12/20 9900 Robbins Dr. ($2,300) 12/26 100 Peck Dr. ($3,055) 12/30 200 S. La Cienega Bl. 12/27 100 Lasky Dr. ($1,314) 12/28 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($1,200) 12/28 600 N. Camden Dr. 12/29 400 S. Rodeo Dr. ($106,900) 12/29 9600 Olympic Bl. ($2,550) 12/29 400 N. Doheny Dr. ($4,255) 12/29 9600 Olympic Bl. ($2,550) 12/29 400 N. Doheny Dr. ($4,255) 12/30 200 S. La Cienega Bl. 01/01 200 S. Swall Dr. 01/02 9500 Charleville Bl. 01/02 400 Peck Dr. ($1,300) 01/02 200 N. Crescent Dr. ($300) 01/03 300 S. Beverly Dr. 01/03 100 N. Hamilton Dr. ($1,030)

GRAND THEFTS 12/14 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($76,290) 12/14 400 N. Bedford Dr. ($2,500) 12/15 165 N. San Vicente Bl. ROBBERY ($1,120) 12/15 9600 S. Santa Monica Bl. 12/28 8700 Wilshire Bl. ($561)

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