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Beverly Hills students compete at Science Fair. 4

Home Again John Mirisch talks about his vision for his second term as mayor of Beverly Hills

This Angelo View Drive home will be bigger than The White House. 5

Channing Hansen exhibit now on at Marc Selwyn Fine Art. 5

The Courier’s Shin Takei reviews the McLaren 675 LT. 17 •Health & Wellness •Birthdays •Letters to the Editor

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George Christy, Page 6 You’ll Want To Know Elisa Scarlati, The Beautiful Maitresse d’Hotel at e.baldi In Beverly Hills ... Exciting News From The Amazing Radio Broadcaster Larry Elder And His Salem/KRLA870 Slot

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March 25, 2016

Judge Wu To Rule Thursday On Beverly Hills’ FTA Battle

THIS ISSUE

Community invited to ceremony for restored electric fountain. 5

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By Victoria Talbot Mayor John Mirisch took the gavel last week, bringing an era of song to City Hall with an old-fashioned sing-along The new mayor’s priorities include promoting transparency in government by reviving the Sunshine Task Force (STF), revisiting the issue of lobbyists to bring the City into alignment with his goals, and investigating Parcels 12 & 13 thoroughly, and examining best practices. The Sunshine Task Force was one of Mirisch’s initiatives during his first term as mayor in 2013-14. But last year, the Sunshine Task Force met only once, Mirisch said. He did not waste time; the STF

met Tuesday. On their agenda was revisiting registration of lobbyists. “The forms that were filled out [to register a lobbyist] are not filled out completely,” he said. “There have been abuses.” Mirisch believes that anyone who is paid to influence public opinion is a lobbyist and should be registered. His definition includes people who are paid and don’t speak to City staff or at City Council, but counsel others to speak on behalf of an issue. Mirisch advocated for the City’s retention of emails for two years, a fact that has had major implications in uncovering what happened with Parcels 12 & 13. (see ‘JOHN MIRISCH,’ page 14)

Residents Elect New Leaders For Bel-Air Association By Matt Lopez The Bel-Air Association received good news yesterday morning when L.A. Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff denied a temporary restraining order filed by Ron Hudson the BAA’s former President. The TRO request was filed by Hudson in response to a special meeting held last Thursday at the Bel-Air Country Club in an effort to undo its election and reinstate the former board. At that March 17 meeting, attended by close to 150 people and dozens more represented by proxy sent in advance, almost all of whom voted unanimously to elect nine new members to the Bel-Air Association’s Board of Directors. The residents also

passed a comprehensive new set of bylaws aimed at providing more transparency and full disclosure for residents. “The election of the new board and the officers is a victory for the community. The goal is to restore democracy and a voice to all the residents,” said Bel-Air resident Fred Rosen. “The community has been held hostage by the tyranny of the few who have looked the other way while untrammeled construction had taken place. The goal is for responsible development and respect for the rights and safety of community.” The new board members include: Marcia Wilson Hobbs, Jim

By Laura Coleman At yesterday’s status hearing regarding the fate of the Metro Purple Line extension project, Federal Judge George H. Wu inched closer to making his ruling final that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) violated the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) when it approved Metro’s plan to run a subway tunnel under Beverly Hills High School. “We were very pleased with the results of the status conference,” said City Attorney Larry Wiener. Judge Wu has faulted the FTA for failing to adequately disclose the risks connected with tunneling through an area riddled with abandoned oil wells and pockets of potentially explosive methane gas. At yesterday’s hearing, Judge Wu authorized the City and BHUSD to take discovery about the

By Laura Coleman One week after energy company Venoco, Inc., which leases the City’s one remaining operational oil well, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court last Friday, the City of Beverly Hills and the Beverly Hills Unified School District have yet to decide what action to take. Through a $1.1 million annual lease with the City and the Beverly Hills Unified School District, Venoco extracts roughly 300 barrels of crude oil from beneath the ground via the Beverly Hills High School oil well. That lease, which stipulates that the company must have the site cleaned up by Mar. 31, 2017, is set to expire at the end of this year and bring an end to the oil extraction. The BHUSD and the City have both un-

(see ‘BEL-AIR,’ page 11)

Pawsitively Yes To Dog Park Since the Beverly Hills City Council said ‘Yes’ to the City’s first offleash dog park, residents have been stepping up with donations to help make the vision a reality. The City Council has budgeted $600,000 to build a basic park–however, most of those funds are earmarked for remediation. Funds for trees, benches, adequate water, agility equipment and landscaping, all must come from private donations as part of this public-private partnership. Together with Councilmember Lili Bosse’s lead pledge of $100,000, an anonymous $25,000 donation, and $5,000 each for park benches was pledged by Lili & Jon Bosse, Frances Bilak and The Courier. But more is needed! To contribute, visit: www.beverlyhills.org/dogpark and make a donation!

declaration Metro CEO Philip Washington submitted in support of FTA’s initial brief on remedies. “The school district hopes that discovery will assist the Court in reaching a conclusion on the appropriate remedy,” said Jennifer S. Recine of Kasowitz, Benson, Torres & Friedman LLP, lead counsel for BHUSD in its lawsuit against the FTA. At the close of a 20-minute phone call with representatives for the City of Beverly Hills, the Beverly Hills Unified School District and the FTA, Judge Wu ordered the parties to provide him with “one document” by noon on Tuesday in anticipation of Thursday’s upcoming 8:30 a.m. court date. He specified that the joint document should list the parties’ disputes, (see ‘BEVERLY HILLS VS FTA,’ page 14)

Venoco Files Bankruptcy, City Considers Response

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equivocally informed Venoco that there is zero chance of the lease being extended. According to BHUSD attorney Jeffrey Vinnick with Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP, in January Venoco informed him that it estimated it would take several years to remediate the site at an approximate cost of $10-$15 million. Vinnick said he is unaware of any insurance that would pay to remediate the contamination related to operating the BHHS oil well if Venoco fails to uphold the terms of its lease. “The [BHUSD] continues to expect Venoco to comply with its contractual and legal obligations for the Beverly Hills oil wells, including safe operation and abandonment at the end of the lease,” Vinnick stated. (see ‘VENOCO,’ page 14)

MIRACLES NEVER STOP — Jennifer Garner and Queen Latifa attended the premiere of Columbia Pictures’ Miracles From Heaven at ArcLight Cinemas in Hollywood. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, the Council of the City of Beverly Hills will consider adopting an ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH TIME LIMITS FOR LEGALLY NONCONFORMING AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES TO BE REESTABLISHED ONCE THEY HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED Nonconforming uses are uses that were allowed in the City when initially commenced, but, due to subsequent changes in City ordinances, are now prohibited or require some form of discretionary review, such as a conditional use permit. Nonconforming uses vary based upon the zoning district in which the use is located. Conditionally permitted uses require review and approval by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission has the authority to add conditions of approval to a conditional use permit in order to ensure that the granting of the permit will not result in impacts that the use might otherwise cause. Currently, if a nonconforming or conditionally permitted use is discontinued for an extended period of time, the City’s zoning regulations allow these uses to be reestablished with no further review by the City as long as no intervening permitted uses have been established at the premises. Under the proposed ordinance, if a conditionally permitted use or nonconforming use is discontinued on a property for more than five years, a property owner would need to obtain discretionary approval to reestablish the use. Residential uses and medical office uses will not be affected by this Ordinance. This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. The adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is eligible for a class 5 categorical exemption for minor changes in land use limitations and will not have a significant environmental impact. Accordingly, the City Council will consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation to find the Ordinance exempt from the environmental review requirements of CEQA pursuant to Section 15305 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the City Council. At the public hearing, the City Council will hear and consider all comments. All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments may also be submitted and should be addressed to the City Council, c/o City Clerk, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The comments should be received prior to the hearing date. Please note that if you challenge the City’s action in regards to this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at a public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the end of the public hearing. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Timothea Tway, Associate Planner, Community Development Department, at 310.285.1122 or ttway@beverlyhills.org. The case file is on file at the Community Development Department and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210. BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

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Erik Wexler Named To Head Providence Southern California Erik Wexler, chief executive for Tenet Healthcare’s Northeast Region, has been named senior VP/CEO of Providence Health & Services, Southern California, one of the Southland’s largest health care systems. Wexler will join the Catholic not-forprofit Providence May 2, taking the reins of a regional organization anchored by six-award winning hospitals, including Providence St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, numerous outpatient centers and programs, two large physician groups and Providence High School. A selection committee headed by Mike Butler, president of operations and services for Renton, Wash.-based Providence, interviewed candidates from across the nation in their search for a new regional chief executive. “Though we had many excellent candidates, Erik was the clear choice because of his experience serving large, diverse and dynamic communities and leading organizations toward the future of health care. He also is known for building strong relationships with employees, physicians, the community and other key audiences,” Butler said. “We are committed to serving more people in Southern California, especially the poor and vulnerable, and Erik’s leadership style and experience are just what we need to lead this effort on behalf of our Los Angeles communities.” Wexler spent five years with Tenet,

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most recently as chief executive for Tenet’s Northeast Region where he oversaw operations in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Illinois. “I am truly delighted and honored to join Providence Southern California,” Wexler said. “Everyone I have met with Providence—from caregivers and leaders to physicians and directors—has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to delivering the very best in health and wellness, especially to the poor and vulnerable. “ I look forward to working alongside of my new colleagues to further our Mission and build relationships in the community.” Wexler replaces Karl Carrier, who came out of retirement two years ago to serve as interim chief executive for Providence Southern California.

SOCCER – Beverly Hills Boys Under 11 Extra Team Intensity competed at the Thousand Oaks Pot O' Gold soccer tournament this past weekend. Although a year younger, Team Intensity took fourth place in the most competitive Boys Under 12 bracket. Pictured, (from left): Charlie Wilson, Royden Sabar, Christopher Levinger, Josh Hollander and Dario Garrett; Second row: Yehonatan Ketayi, Seth Cohen, Gal Cohavy, Eitan Ferd, Eli Nissenbaum and Yosha Reiss; Back row: Coaches Offer Cohavy and Didier Reiss.

JLL Expands Retail Brokerage Services, Taps Beverly Hills Powerhouse Broker By Laura Coleman JLL (formerly, Jones Lang LaSalle) has hired Houman Mahboubi as senior vice president to expand its Los Angeles retail practice. In the last five years, Mahboubi has closed more than $100 million and five million square feet of transactions. He is joined by associates Devin Klein, Greg Briest and Montrese Chandler and will be based in the firm’s Century City office. “High street retail in Beverly Hills is a specialized niche market that takes years to create a presence,” said Peter Belisle, Southwest Market Director, JLL. “Houman is a premiere broker in this area and we are confident that he will

p r ov i d e tremendous value to our clients as t h e y look at this crucial market for expansion and investHouman Mahboubi ment.” The hiring of Mahboubi is the most recent move by JLL to expand its retail platform as an industry leader in retail real estate services. CHANGING THE WORLD–At last weekend’s Los Angeles County Science Fair, Beverly Vista 6th graders Julia Coffey and Sienna Wolfe won the Outstanding Project in Ecology special award from the Association for Women Geoscientists for their project called, “Can Swales Save our Drought?”

Traffic & Parking Commission Talks Electric Vehicle Charging Rate Structure By Matt Lopez The City of Beverly Hills sped closer toward charging for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations earlier this month when the Traffic & Parking Commission discussed policy and rate proposals presented by City staffers. The City has been in talks over the last several months to begin charging for the currently 35 publicly-available EV charging stations offered throughout the City parking facilities and at Roxbury Park. The City has been footing the bill for the cost of operating its stations since January of 2014. City officials have long expressed

frustration that because there are no enforcement measures currently in place, the spots are used all day, free of charge, leaving EV drivers scrambling for other parking options. In a rate strategy that Director of Parking Operations Chad Lynn described as an effort to “promote turnover and recover costs,” the Traffic & Parking Commission moved forward with an escalating rates plan that will allow EV users to park free for the first two hours, with a $6 charge each hour thereafter. Users will pay 25 cents per kilowatt hour (kwh). (see ‘TRAFFIC & PARKING,’ page 14)

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Largest ‘Home’ In L.A. History: Avoiding Public Scrutiny For Giga-Mansions Is The New Normal By Victoria Talbot Trailer park magnate Michael Scott wants to build a “giga-mansion” at 10101 Angelo View Dr., totaling as much as 139,062 square feet by some estimates. Scott is proposing the enormous project as a “single-family home” in the Benedict Canyon area. According to sources, the details are shrouded in obfuscation. The Courier obtained renderings only because they were unofﬁcially leaked by the applicant’s team. Scott failed to provide a promised Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Instead, according to sources, the applicant provided an incomplete and inaccurate Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND). In the original MND, the applicant’s hydrology expert stated the project would consume nearly 600,000 gallons of water per day, or 218 million gallons per year—twice the amount the enormous Hollywood Millennium will use. According to land use and

outreach consultant Aaron Green, the actual amount of water is less, but the mistake highlights serious errors in the MND. The project includes three swimming pools, a heliport, an athletic facility with a yoga room, sand 10101 Angelo View Drive volleyball court, workrestrictive.” out area, bathrooms with lockThis week, the Los Angeles ers, tennis and paddle tennis Board Of Building And Safety pavilions, an entertainment Commissioners considered the deck to accommodate 550 of MND and the application to his closest friends, six bar areas, export 51,050 cubic yards of underground parking for as earth from the project site. many as 47 vehicles, at least 19 Residents insist the project bathrooms, an aviary and more. should not be considered a resScott, an avid party enthu- idential home. In a letter dated siast, has been quoted in The March 2, 2016, to the Wall Street Journal, as saying Department of Building and that security at his home in Safety, Fifth District Beverly Park is, “a little too (see ‘ANGELO VIEW DRIVE,’ page 12)

The Beverly Hills Electric Fountain

Fully Restored Electric Fountain To Be Unveiled April 5 To Public By Laura Coleman The iconic Electric Fountain at Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards will make its debut, now fully restored, at an unveiling ceremony on April 5 at 1:30 p.m. Named for the colorful lights, which originally changed every eight minutes in concert with the dancing water when it was inaugurated in 1931, the historic fountain has been undergoing a facelift for the past several months. “The Electric Fountain is one of our most recognizable and treasured landmarks and has become a symbol for Beverly Hills,” Mayor John Mirisch said. The fountain was designed by architect Ralph Carlin Flewelling; a sculpture of a Tongva Native American tribal member kneeling in prayer on top of the fountain was designed by Robert Merrell Gage. The fountain was a gift to

the City of Beverly Hills from the mother of silent-screen star Harold Lloyd who was a visionary and pioneer of the City. The installation of the original fountain was funded by the Women’s Club of Beverly Hills, which is celebrating 100 years this year. The Electric Fountain restoration, which cost $1.5 million, is part of the entire Beverly Gardens Park Restoration project and was made possible by the Friends of Beverly Gardens Park. The City matched funds raised by the FOBGP. Following the successful completion of the Lily Pond two years ago, and now the Electric Fountain block, the restoration of Beverly Gardens Park continues with the blocks comprising Whittier to Rodeo, including the specimen Cactus Garden. The event is free and open to the public.

NEW IN TOWN–Compass, a technology-driven luxury real estate platform, opened its Beverly Hills office at 9454 Wilshire Blvd. Pictured (from left): Gordon Golub, Leanne Rogan, Stan Richman (regional VP – Beverly Hills), Gene Martinez, Robert Reffkin (CEO), Robert Lehman, Leah Sternberg (regional VP – Pasadena) and Jay Rubenstein (manager – Malibu).

Channing Hansenʼs First Solo Gallery Exhibition Now At Marc Selywn Fine Art In Beverly Hills By Laura Coleman At 43 years old, it seems that life cannot move fast enough for Channing Hansen. Indeed, the L.A.-based polymath artist finds it near impossible to refrain from using his hands at all moments. Thankfully, about 10 years ago, Hansen discovered knitting–a pastime that eventually bled into his art practice. “I’ve been making art since I can remember,” he said. “Art was never really tied to a specific medium.” Inspired by his grandfather’s participation in the Fluxus movement of the 1960’s (essentially, a Dada-inspired anti-art group), Hansen said he has always been in pursuit of finding a true artistic voice to add to the conversation. Hansen’s first solo show,

now on at Marc Selwyn Fine Art in Beverly Hills through April 9, offers viewers the chance to engage with art works that are truly unique. The paintings, intricately knitted wool canvasses from hand-spun yarn stretched across frames to become, in essence, living sculptures, are Hansens’s interpretation of Albert Einstein’s greatest dilemma–quantum mechanics. The large scale works now on display at the Selwyn gallery, which Hansen created specifically for the show, are more than just about knitting–changes in color, pattern, stitch and shape are all dictated by a computer algorithm he authored that uses an iconic painting’s CMYK value as a point of departure for his unique mode of creation.

PAINTING WITH WOOL– Local artist Channing Hansen has his first solo show at Marc Selywn Fine Art in Beverly Hills. For information, visit: http://www.marcselwynfineart.com.

CELEBRATING THE BARD—At a press conference yesterday at City Hall, Mayor John Mirisch (center) and Bob Peirce of BritWeek celebrated the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death and the start of the 10th annual BritWeek. Shakespearian scholar Louis Fantasia and British actors Michael York (left of Mirisch), Neil Dickson (right), Judy Geeson, Jane Carr (second from right), Jimmy Akingbola, Joan Van Ark (third from left), Jack Lowe and Lexis Helgerstrom were on hand to accept the proclamation declaring Shakespeare 400 Day in Beverly Hills. The actors are members of the cast of Murder, Lust & Madness, coming to The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, April 23. Narrated by Ioan Gruffudd and Joely Fisher, the show will feature actors including Joe Spano, Sir Patrick Stewart, Harry Hamlin, Michele Greene and more, in scenes from Hamlet, King Lear, Othello, Macbeth, Romeo And Juliet, Twelfth Night, As You Like It, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and more, plus Shakespeareinspired pieces like the balcony scene from West Side Story. “It’s 90 minutes of Shakes-peare’s greatest hits,” says Fantasia. “It’s a roller-coaster ride of human emotion. The language and intensity are un-matched in English literature.” Tickets are $75 and available at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2491676. For more information, visit www.britweek.org.

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Mantova near Verona Northern Italy.

ocal and international tastemakers come and go. Schmoozing over lunch or dinner. Lilly Tartikoff, who’s tracked millions to support cancer researching genius Dr. Dennis Slamon, dining often with investor husband Bruce Karatz. UTA, WME, CAA, APA power player agents are regulars. Al Pacino wines and dines on his spaghetti with olive oil and garlic, seated with hosts Susie and Harold Becker. Invariably, a plenitude of paisanos joking in their natïve language, as if performing in a commedia d’ella arte skit.

he world comes and, as with any exciting discovery, the world returns. Once is never enough at e. baldi. Please know Edoardo ranks as a chef.

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take orders for the favored dishes, among them the Dover sole, which regulars, including estate attorney Reeve Chudd, whose law offices are around the corner, cannot live without. Others groove to the grilled langoustines flown in every day from the Mediterranean. As does our wine maestro of the western world, Steve Wallace, former owner of the world-renowned Wally’s Wines and Spirits now managed by Christian Navarro and owned by the Marciano Brothers. Chef Edoardo Baldi with his maitresse d‘hotel, Elisa Scarlati, on the mini terrace of e.baldi, his Beverly Hills ristorante, which opened 10 years ago when we “godfathered” his endeavor with love

ining at e. baldi, assesses Steve, is “as good as it gets” for those who crave Italian food. No “creative” foo-foo, thank you Lord.

ou’ll want to take her home to Mother. And sip a glass of Chianti with the family. Elisa Scarlati is the beautiful maitresse d’hotel at e.baldi, where the dining room in Beverly Hills sings day and night with the Who and the Who. We’re charmed with her smiling greetings, and long ago fell in love with young Edoardo Baldi’s cooking at his cozy ristorante. More and more, the L A. dining scene favors cozy – a warm intimacy, rather than those wide open spaces.

e met Edoardo at his father Giorgio Baldi’s ristorante in Santa Monica, where Edoardo was cooking in the open kitchen, and then wrote about him 10 years ago after he launched his

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eponymous restaurant. He likes to say we “godfathered” his new endeavor.

lisa Scarlati is an enchantment. A friendly beauty of sweet sophistication with manor-born manners, and a lovely voice that’s endearingly musical.

he comes from the school of laissez-faire in the dining room. She welcomes with her usual flair, but appreciates the sacred pleasure of your privacy. Never interrupting. Unlike those busybody servers at other dining rooms who keep fussing, over and again, if everything is alright. Hey, if things aren’t up to par, you’d know soon enough.

suggestion. Try shuttering your eyes for a brief moment and imagine being in Milano or Firenze or Venezia. Elisa, by the way, hails from

ynthia Sikes Yorkin enjoys the specialties of the day, and whatever is available from Edoardo’s cucina alla Toscana menu. Veal, steak, ravioli (favored by Dr. Ed Feldman and wife Jane, who prefer sitting on the mini terrace). Quality, quality, quality is the refrain for whatever arrives from the kitchen.

uthor Burt Boyar brings Betsy Bloomindale, and only last week, the amazing broadcaster, Larry Elder, a.k.a the Sage from South Central, supped with Reeve Chudd. Adding their voices to the lion’s roar of the presidential campaign “circus” enveloping us from now until Election Day on Nov. 8.

Monday April 4, Larry begins his weekday broadcasts at 6 p.m. through 9 p.m. on Salem/KRLA 870, moving from his The Answer slot at 9 p.m. He replaces the terrific Hugh Hewitt, who moves to the morning schedule.

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we should add, finds FX’s O. J. Simpson trial series starring Cuba Gooding Jr. “excellent.” He praises Sarah Paulson as prosecutor Marcia Clark and John Travolta’s performance as defense attorney Bob Shapiro.

uring Larry’s 20 years of his afternoon drive radio program on KABC, millions – we included -- were bowled over by his keen intelligence and original analyses of the political madness that surrounds us by the hour. We fell in love with his mom Viola and her astute Friday conversations. Another original mind like no other – no wonder that Larry tagged her the Chief Justice. We mourn her passing of several years ago.

New York Times bestselling author, Larry says. “We have a country to save … by returning to bedrock Constitutional principles of limited government and maximum personal responsibility.”

forming on the political Big Top’s hot side show:

illary the Tattooed Lady, tattooed front and back with her infinite number of documented lies (“I don’t believe I ever lied,“ she’s claimed, yet lied unabashedly that she landed in a sniper attack in Bosnia, where, in truth, a young girl welcomed her on the tarmac with flowers and a poem! Etcetera, etcetera, etcetera … ).

he Fire Eater. Bernie “Feel the Bern” Sanders.

he Iron Man, lifting his bar bells and showing off muscles in his leopard bikini. The Donald.

he Dancing Senator Ted Cruz.

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he Stilt Walker. Governor John Kasich.

ill there be additions to the cast?

Possibly.

ollywood finds itself taking a back seat to this year’s greatest show on earth. The politically savvy therapist, Erin O’Connor, thrills to daily broadcasts by radio ringmasters Larry and Hugh and t h e indomitable Sean Hannity. Thanks to TV, e v e r y o n e ’s reserved a Big Top front-row seat, witnessing live debates and the news of will Hillary Clinton be indicted, etc.? Unlikely. Since Uncle Barack Obama stands tall for her.

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hen Univision interviewer Jorge Ramos queried if she would step down were she indicted, she retorted,”That’s not going to happen!” Does she have a pipeline to the FBI? Earlier this week, Big Boy Bill Clinton backstabbed the Obama administration as leaving an “awful legacy during the past eight years.”

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Salem/KRLA 870’s amazing Larry Elder moves to the 6 p.m. through 9 p.m. slot on April 4. A New York Times bestselling author, Larry says. “We have a country to save … by returning to bedrock Constitutional principles of limited government and maximum personal responsibility.”

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TO SEE AND BE SEEN

BELMOND CHEFS TANTALIZE AT L’ERMITAGE–Belmond and Ali Kasikci (Regional Managing Director of Belmond North America, Mexico & the Caribbean) hosted its 2nd annual Chefs of Belmond North America event series on the rooftop terrace at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills. The evening, which showcased culinary delights from the brand’s North American portfolio, featured delectable favorites created by four chefs from Belmond El Encanto, Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa, Belmond Casa de Sierra Nevada, and ‘21’ Club. Pictured (from left): Johan Denizot, executive chef, Belmond El Encanto; Edgar Chavez, executive sous chef, Belmond Maroma; Sylvain Delpique, executive chef, ‘21’; Tomas Baistrocchi, sous chef, Belmond El Encanto; Juan Antonio Juarez Arzola, chef, Belmond Casa de Sierra Nevada; Michael Haugstatter, sous chef, ‘21’. BEVERLY HILLS BEAUTY–Japanese beauty icon Yuka Takahashi honored Beverly Hills celebrity stylist Yuki Sharoni with a private reception in the courtyard of Yuka Style salon on Robertson Boulevard where guests enjoyed Champagne and sushi. Pictured (from left): Shauna Baker, Yuka Takahashi, Yuki Sharoni, and Shannon Baker.

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THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS MASTER CHORALE GALA–The Los Angeles Master Chorale’s 2016 gala celebration, “Broadway on Grand,” at Walt Disney Concert Hall raised over $410,000 for its artistic and education programs while entertaining attendees with an exclusive concert, as well as a glamorous cocktail reception and post-performance dinner by Patina. Pictured (from left): Honorary LAMC Gala CoChairs Jason Robert Brown and Georgia Stitt with LAMC President/CEO Jean Davidson, and LAMC Artistic Director Grant Gershon. Photo by Jamie Pham

FASHION PANEL–Fashion mavens joined together for the Cusp Fashion Panel at Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills where industry experts chatted about life, fashion and Spring trends, while more than 75 attendees sipped champagne and enjoyed a fashion show. Spring trends include the wide-leg pant, bare shoulders, lace, confident reds, high impact earrings, shoes that tie and wrap, denim everything, embellished bags, and the blazer redefined. Visa sponsored the event and Neiman Marcus also paired up with Children's Hospital Los Angeles by donating 10 percent of the Etienne Marcel purchases that evening. Pictured above (from left): panelists Angela Lanter (lifestyle blogger), Emma Bell (actress, The Walking Dead), Katherine Ormerod (editorial director, Lyst), and Ye-Hui Goldenson (public relations, Neiman Marcus.) Pictured right: model wears Alice + Olivia By Stacey Bendet crop top; Frame Denim jacket and jeans; Barrera earrings; Chloe purse; and Vince wedges.

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IAPA Series Addresses Issues Facing Parents, Teens The Iranian American Parents Association (IAPA) will continue its series on issues facing parents and teens, “One Life To Live” with “Age Of Anxiety” presented by Dr. Nanaz Pirnia, from 4-7 p.m., Sunday, April 17 at The Olympic Collection, 11301 Olympic Blvd. With representatives from the sheriff’s department, legal and medical professionals, school counselors and the BHPD narcotics division, the educational and socially interactive gathering will cover such topics as sex and STDs, DUI, drugs and alcohol; social media including

Facebook, Internet and Instagram; texting and driving and dating. “Lack of control, lack of communication and school issues effect all these issues,” says Pirnia. “Audio-visual presentations and open discussion between parents and youth will help lead to guidance and solution.” Standup comedian Tehran will also address attendees. Tickets for the event, for teens 15 and up, are $20. Seating is limited; to purchase tickets and for more information, call 310-286-1480, 310358-3337 or visit IranianHotline.com.

CHLA’s Fundraising ‘Make March Matter’ Campaign Continues With Melrose Block Party Saturday Moms of patients at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles ( CHLA) will get free haircuts and members of the community will be able to support CHLA by patronizing area businesses as part of the Melrose Block Party, tomorrow Saturday, March 26. Participating businesses donating portions of their proceeds to CHLA include: • Alfred Coffee & Kitchen, 8428 Melrose Place; • Cycle House, 8511 Melrose Ave. (Hosting a benefit ride at the West Hollywood at 4 p.m., March 26 with Adrianne Ho from Sweat The Style. Register at http://www.cyclehousela.com/reserve/index.cfm?action=Workshop.eve nts#events22370) • Glamboutique, 8113 Melrose Ave.;

• L’Agence, 8436 Melrose Place (25percent of sales March 26); • rag & bone, 8533 Melrose Ave. (10 -percent of sales on March 26); • Society Salon, 8327 Melrose Ave. (blowouts for minimum $25 donation and haircuts for a minimum $50 donation on March 26, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; • Theory, 8428 Melrose Ave.; • Y7 Studio, 8720 Melrose Ave. (will donate $5 from every Saturday class in March to CHLA) During March, businesses across L.A. are helping CHLA with the goal of raising $1 million to support the care the hospital provides the more than 111,000 children it treats every year. For more information, visit www.MakeMarchMatter.org.

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Pediatric Epilepsy Expert Douglas Nordli To Head CHLA’s Neurosciences Center Douglas Nordli, Jr., MD, Lurie Children’s Hospital of has been named chief of the Chicago, as well as a profesDivision of Pediatric sor of Clinical Neurology Neurology and co-director and Clinical Pediatrics at the of the Neurosciences Center Northwestern University at Children’s Hospital Los Feinberg School of MediAngeles (CHLA). Nordli, cine. Among his many prowho will also serve as a vice fessional affiliations, Nordli chair of Neurology at USC’s is a member of the Keck School of Medicine, American Epilepsy Society joins CHLA on April 1. and the Child Neurology As co-director of the Society. Neuroscience Center, Dr. Nordli also brings broad Nordli will join Mark D. Dr. Douglas Nordli teaching and research expeKrieger, MD – Billy and rience to this position. Since Audrey Wilder Chair of the Division of 2000, he has been director of the pediNeurosurgery – in providing a compre- atric epilepsy/clinical neurophysiology hensive continuum of care that brings training program at Lurie Children’s, together services from Neurology, Northwestern University. Neurosurgery, Psychiatry, Neuro-psyHe has published more than 70 chology, Neuro-Radiology, Physical original, peer-reviewed studies, with Therapy, Occupational Therapy, research focusing on epilepsy classifiDietetics and Social Work to support cation, epilepsy surgery, febrile the care of children at CHLA. seizures and the ketogenic diet, which “With the advent of precision med- is used primarily to treat difficult-toicine and novel diagnostic tools, this is control epilepsy in children. a pivotal time in the field of child neu“We are confident that his experirology,” said Nordli. “I see this as an ence as a physician, his leadership in unprecedented opportunity to make a training pediatric epilepsy specialists, real impact in the lives of children with his scientific endeavors and his scholneurological challenges here in Los arly productivity will enable Dr. Nordli Angeles and beyond.” to take a leading and visionary role in Most recently, Nordli served as the the development of a Neurosciences Lorna S. and James P. Langdon Chair of Center to unify programs across CHLA Pediatric Epilepsy and division head of and USC,” said Paul Viviano, CHLA the Epilepsy Center at Ann & Robert H. president/CEO.

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Hyman, Maureen Levinson, Dan Love, Jamie Meyer, Steven Myers, Tawny Sanders,Gail Sroloff and Nook Suphamongkhon. The new board stated that the prior leadership caused the BAA to lose half its membership due to its refusal to advocate and be proactive on behalf of the residents. In an email obtained by The Courier, former BAA president Ron Hudson sent an angry message to Dan Love, the new President of the BAA, which stated: “Go to hell...see you goons in court.” Now that the parties have had their initial day in court, the denial of the TRO means the newly elected board

can begin operating on behalf of the community without interference in their daily operations from any of the former officers and directors, as well as their former general counsel, Bruce Kuyper. There will be another hearing on April 28. Upon election, the new board immediately began working on behalf of Bel Air residents, setting up shop in the BAA's office, which when they entered they discovered it had been wiped clean - computers were removed and drawers were emptied by former officials. Starting next week, there will be someone in the office daily to handle calls and provide assistance to the Bel Air community.

PURIM FESTIVITIES—Three generations of the Brenner family celebrated Purim at Beverly Hills Synagogue.

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Councilman Paul Koretz agreed, saying the project requires an EIR. “The scale and scope of the project is more in line with a commercial development,” he wrote. “The project is not truly a single-family dwelling,” he said, calling it a “particularly egregious example of the giga-mansion phenomenon.” However, in recent months, Koretz has fallen silent in his support for an EIR or opposition to project. His ofﬁce provided this statement: "My staff and I have worked carefully and diligently to make certain all parties have been heard and that the community’s input has been fully taken into account. We appreciate that the City Attorney and various other involved city departments have weighed in throughout the process, to ensure that we have an appropriate outcome. “Applicants have some legal due-process rights which, if ignored, can lead to the city being placed in a position of risk. We therefore treat the process with respect. That said, I certainly take quite seriously the community’s varied and important concerns, and that’s why I called for an extensive environmental review. "The haul route aspect will be before the Board of Building and Safety Commissioners, and we are expecting an important decision at that time. It is absolutely essential that safety be the #1 priority in the commission’s deliberations.” Koretz’s current silence leaves many to wonder what his

position really is. Commercial developments that are much smaller in scope, such as hotels and shopping centers, are held to the EIR standard; an MND is much less rigorous, and in this case, the draft MND before the Building and Safety Commission for such an enormous project falls far below the standards the community reasonably expects to protect the health, safety, environment, habitat and quality of life in the canyon, say residents. On April 16, 2015, Scott wrote to the Department of City Planning, “I have agreed to conduct a full environmental impact report,” a decision he rescinded Aug. 28 through his land-use attorneys. “The depth of the analysis required for an EIR, along with the City’s process and backlog, makes it infeasible to prepare an EIR.” In lieu, the ﬁrm promised an expanded MND. But the draft MND they prepared under-represented key factors and failed to provide enough accurate and consistent information to assess the real and numerous impacts of the project, according to public documents. On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Board Of Building And Safety Commissioners considered the draft MND and the application to export 51,050 cubic yards of earth from the project site. Technical consultants created the draft MND with outdated plans that signiﬁcantly underreported the scale of the project impacts. At the request of the applicant, the Building and Safety Commission continued the hearing on the project, for the second time. In what appeared to be an

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effort to disenfranchise the community, the applicant claimed that the City Planning Department “needed more time to study” the project according to legal counsel for the opposition. The meeting lasted more than three hours in order to accommodate the multitude of people who opposed the project. However, the Planning Department released 50 new pages of analysis and reports just last Thursday, calling into question the true reason a continuance was granted. It will come before the board in a special meeting on April 5 at the commission offices, 201 N. Figueroa St., Room 900. A vigilant neighbor, Jeff Franklin, has invested time and energy unearthing the details, informing the community and performing analyses of the project. “If we hadn’t been engaged and Jeff Franklin hadn’t done the work, nobody would have known. Michael Scott did not engage in any outreach,” Green said. The project is likely to have a significant impact on Benedict Canyon and Beverly Hills’ residents and the entire area, both during and after construction. The building is carved from a mountaintop, and projected to be more than 85 feet high, though the MND only reports 29.6 feet. However, the MND claims there is “no impact” on aesthetics. As is the “new normal” in Los Angeles’ oversized homes, plans submitted bear little resemblance to the MND, and are based on plans for a twostory home of 82,000 square feet. The proposed haul route would stop traffic on Benedict Canyon for up to 15 minutes every hour, with more than 10,000 hauling trips by 60,000

pound trucks, for 11-15 months, if not more. “This is the type of mega mansion the Baseline Mansionization Ordinance (BMO) was intended to preclude,” wrote Marion Dodge, president of the Federation of Hillside and Canyon Associations. The haul routes say there will be 22 trucks per day, or that the applicant will “attempt to obtain access to property… that lies below the project site. Soil shall be conveyed downslope to this property and exported from there,” in 44 trucks per day. Such a plan would avoid the sharp turns; switchbacks and tiny streets make it nearly impossible for large haul trucks to navigate. The proposal is in the MND, but was never presented to the astonished property owner, who opposes the plan and the project in a letter to Building and Safety. During construction as many as 160 workers a day will be on site, and they are expected to park remotely and shuttle to the site, though no parking site is proposed. The impact of an estimated 80 trips generated in morning and evening hours will be substantial. Neighbors, the Hillside Federation, the Bel Air Beverly Crest Neighborhood Council and the Benedict Canyon Association did their own trafﬁc impact studies, environmental impact studies, engineering and geological surveys and wildlife preservation reports, which refute nearly every conclusion reached by the MND. One oversight for example is the proposed removal of 20 trees, eight of them protected, and all of them part of a native walnut woodlands dominated by oak-walnut and a wildlife corridor. The MND states there are no signiﬁcant environmental impacts.

The geotechnical analysis ignores significant documented landslide history and does not have adequate information on the depth of the pilings and other engineering features to complete the analysis. “This MND has more holes than Swiss cheese. I can’t imagine who in their right mind would believe that this flimsy, inaccurate study is appropriate for the biggest hillside house in L.A.’s history. This project needs to be sent back to the drawing board,” said Green. Scott’s representatives made only one public appearance, turning down at least five invitations to present his project to the public, and Scott has refused to meet with community groups in person. Mohamed Hadid is facing criminal charges only because vigilante neighbors insisted that Building and Safety investigate their observation he ignored Stop Work orders and continued construction beneath a tarp. Scott’s MND might have been approved without opposition if not for Franklin’s investigation. The new normal seems to be that in Beverly Hills’ and Los Angeles’ desirable hillside neighborhoods, government is more tolerant of big developers and deaf to the concerns of residents, turning a blind eye to the regulatory procedures that affect “the rest of us” and enabling the continuous degradation of fragile and precious hillside areas. Now the community must wait to see if the Building and Safety Commission will actually consider the sham MND and the impossible haul routes on April 5. The hearing is at 9:30 am at 200 N. Spring Street, Room 900, in Los Angeles’ Building and Safety headquarters. Opponents have created an online petition at https://goo.gl/P7jZzH.

Celebrate Earth Day at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market The City of Beverly Hills will celebrate Earth Day on Sunday, April 17, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Farmers’ Market, hosted by the Public Works Department. The event will bring global awareness to Beverly Hills with demonstrations and booths on water conservation and rainwater harvesting, sustainable food sourcing, solar power alternatives, smart bikes and bike sharing, sustainable gardening and pet adoptions (recycled pets!). Children will be treated to a special booth hosted by the Beverly Hills Public Library featuring recycling-themed crafts and books.

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SWEET GIZMO–Gizmo is a three-year-old, four-pound, male, mini mix pup. This darling boy, abandoned by his owners who could no longer care for him, is being fostered by volunteers at ShelterHopePetShop.org. Those interested in adopting Gizmo may call Shelter Hope at 805-379-3538.

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decisions, and names of “everyone who wants to have a say”, in addition to the Beverly Hills’ position as to timing of the discovery and the subsequent briefing on remedies ahead of his final decision. At a hearing last month, Wu called his 216-page tentative ruling, filed Feb. 1 in federal court, a “victory” for Beverly Hills. The Beverly Hills Board of Education has been at the forefront of a David-versus-Goliath battle ever since 2011, when Metro unveiled a decades-old map alleging the existence of five active faults running underneath BHHS. Subsequently, the BHUSD and the California Geological Survey (CGS) trenched, using the most up-to date technology, and discovered that Metro was wrong. Concurrent with BHUSD’s own investigations, Metro determined that putting a subway station along Santa Monica Boulevard, the “preferred” route planned as part of the $5 billion L.A. County subway expansion project, was not viable due to the discovery of the purported faults. Instead, in 2012, Metro codified in its Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that the only alternative was to run a subway tunnel under the high school to a Century City portal at Constellation Boulevard and Avenue of the Stars. By Metro’s own estimations, that change is costing the agency $200 million more. Chief among the concerns of Beverly Hills citizens’, whose interests the City’s elected officials (namely members of the Board of Education and the City Council) are tasked with representing, is that a pocket of methane gas could escape and cause an explosion. Such an incident happened at the Ross Dress-for-Less store on Third and Fairfax in 1985 when a pocket of pressurized gas was encountered at a depth of 42 feet beneath precipitating a methane gas explosion which subsequently prompted legislation that limited the possibility of running a subway tunnel below ground. Steps to lift the federal tunneling prohibition blossomed in 2005 in concert with plans to expand the subway in L.A.

In plaintiff’s joint post-argument supplemental brief, filed March 8, representatives for the BHUSD and the City requested the court issue appropriate declaratory relief and have the Record of Decision (ROD) vacated and the Final Environmental Impact Study (FEIS) redone. In contrast, representatives for the FTA filed a joint letter signed by seven L.A. County elected officials, including the mayor, that urged Judge Wu to “not delay the project” by requiring the FTA to do just that. “A court decision to reopen or vacate the Record of Decision (ROD) for the WPLE may compromise the flow of more than $2 billion in federal transportation funding,” the letter stated. “While ensuring compliance with federal environmental law is essential as we plan for the future of our city, county, and region, it is of the utmost importance that minor shortcomings not cause undue delay to the project schedule, render efforts to accelerate the project unviable, and result in higher costs for taxpayers. We encourage you to consider these regional priorities and tangible effects as you determine the proper remedy in the NEPA case before you.” The March 7 letter stated that reopening the ROD could even jeopardize the city’s chances to host the 2024 Olympic Games and was signed by Los Angeles County Supervisors Mark RidleyThomas and Sheila Kuehl, L.A. City Councilmembers Mike Bonin and Paul Koretz, California Senator Ben Allen, California Assemblymember Richard Bloom, and L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti. Judge Wu already identified that the FTA failed to take the “requisite hard look NEPA requires” and acted in an “arbitrary and capricious manner” Despite investigations by the CGS and others debunking the existence of active faults under BHHS, the supposed existence of which Metro used to eliminate the Santa Monica Boulevard station option, Metro–with the support of L.A. City officials–continues to refuse to reexamine the ostensibly inaccurate report on which it based the decision to run a subway tunnel directly under the high school.

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“If I had not fought for email retention we would not have known about any of this and it would have remained a mystery,” said Mirisch. The Courier has sorted through thousands of pages of retained emails to discover the truth about what happened when developer Lyn Konheim cut down nearly 200 trees on soil contaminated with arsenic. The paper’s investigation identified a series of mistakes made by the developer and the City, which Mirisch says he will pursue to get to the truth. Mirisch supports using the City Council’s subpoena power to interview witnesses. Another level of transparency is accessibility, and this mayor wants people to use his personal email – jmirisch@beverlyhills.org rather than a generic email filtered through staff. Mayor Mirisch said he encourages direct communications with his constituents and welcomes the connection. “It’s all about connecting,” he said. Which is why he has selected the theme, “Beverly Hills Home” for his signature initiative, beginning with his first sing-along Thursday at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The event featured Gary Greene and the

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In a press release issued March 18, Venoco announced that it had “reached an agreement with its senior lenders...to support a restructuring transaction that will eliminate approximately $1 billion of debt from Venoco’s balance sheet.”m Venoco’s balance sheet.” “While we continue to be in a strong cash position, the declining price of oil and the ongoing closure of Plains All American pipeline 901 continue to be serious problems. With this agreement, Venoco will be in a much stronger position to withstand these challenges and others that may follow,” promised Mark DePuy, Venoco’s CEO. “Both during and after this process, Venoco will maintain the same commitment to safety, environmental protection and the communities in which we operate.” Whether or not Venoco

LA Lawyers Philharmonic. “Singing binds people together,” he said, encouraging people to just sing along. Mirisch plans to conduct several such sing-alongs, as well as other fun activities as suggested by constituents on the City’s website (beverlyhills.org). Success, he says, starts at home, and Mirisch believes the City should do, “anything we can to make it as beautiful as possible. Beverly Hills is a small town, yet glamorous, with a certain cache, a unique combination that can be found nowhere else in the world.” That is why he wants to concentrate on improving Southeast Beverly Hills. “Robertson is perfect for Fiber to the Premises,” he said, referring to the City’s initiative to bring ultra-high speed wi-fi to every premise in Beverly Hills at a nominal charge. “This kind of connectivity will attract tech companies that need the fiber.” Combined with his Municipal Autonomous Shuttle System (MASS) program, which he revealed in his installment speech, Mirisch said he hoped to make Beverly Hills the City of the future, bucking its conservative, old-fashioned image. This driverless conveyance would transport residents to their destinations throughout the City using cutting-edge technology, and not, as he says,

BEVERLY HILLS “20th Century technology,” such as light rail and subways. The City can then identify possible locations for parking structures in Los Angeles, using MASS to convey passengers to Southeast Beverly Hills, where parking is scarce. The program will be on the April 5 council agenda. As part of the beautification process, Mirisch would like to see more green spaces. “In addition to the dog park, I would like to see most of the rest of the five acres [of cityowned property in the entertainment district] be turned into a park for people.” The City entered into an agreement with Townscape Partners for a public outreach program to determine if residents would like to see the area transformed into a hotel-retail-office-residential development designed by architect Frank Gehry. The project also calls for a central park area. The last underdeveloped section of Beverly Hills, the firm is seeking a 99-year lease for the land from the City. “I would like to see a central park for all our residents that adds green space to a City known as “The Garden City” and this would help address that. We don’t need to squeeze every cent out of every piece of property we have.” The next City Council meeting will be on April 5.

will be able to maintain its commitment to Beverly Hills remains suspect. The declaration filed by Venoco in US. Bankruptcy Court last Friday contained at least one inaccuracy–namely that Beverly Hills would extend its lease. On page 8 of the document, authored by Scott M. Pinsonnault, chief financial officer and chief restructuring officer for Venoco, it states: “The Debtors also operate in the Beverly Hills West field, located in Beverly Hills, California. The lease for this field expires in 2016, and the Debtors are in negotiations to acquire a lease extension.” Board of Education Howard Goldstein emphasized that such a statement was entirely false. “This is a misrepresentation of the facts, as the BHUSD and City have in no uncertain terms advised Venoco both in

writing and at the City-BHUSD Liaisons meeting that the BHUSD is not going to extend the lease and both the BHUSD and the City expect Venoco to vacate the district premises pursuant to the terms of the contact,” he said. “Submitting a declaration that Venoco is in negotiations to extend its lease is factually inaccurate and misleading. Earlier this week the school district requested that the City become the lead agency on the matter. City Manager Mahdi Aluzri said: “The city attorney’s office is looking into that and will provide us with an assessment on the impact to the City. We will also closely coordinate with the school district on any necessary follow up.” “We’re closely monitoring it and still figuring out what they intend to do with the Beverly Hills site,” City Attorney Larry Weiner confirmed.

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The City offers two levels of EV charging stations - Level 1 allows for one connection, while Level 2 calls for two. Under the proposed rate structure, an EV user parked at Level 2 for three hours would be charged approximately $11.40. Commission Chair Jake Manaster noted that he did not want hybrid vehicles to be allowed to charge at the stations, and that they be strictly used only for EV’s. The issue of EV stations is expected to come before the City Council this spring.

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YMF CELEBRATES— The Young Musicians Foundation (YMF) held its 61st annual Gala at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. From left are: Dongni Xie, 2015 second place winner of the YMF Debut Concerto Competition who performed Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F; Michele Zukovsky, YMF alumna, soloist and Magic Baton Award honoree; and Mary Cutler, guest conductor. Photo by Amir Kojoory

Jewish Symphony To ‘Celebrate Freedom’ The Los Angeles Jewish Symphony (LAJS), now celebrating its 22nd year, kicks off its 2016 season with The Meaning Of Passover: Celebrate Freedom,” at 7 p.m., Sunday, April 10 in American Jewish University’s (AJU) Gindi Auditorium, 15600 Mulholland Dr., BelAir. Under the direction of Dr. Noreen Green, the LAJS, the AJU Choir, and the gospel group Dr. Dee and the BYTHAX Singers, will perform a concert “celebrating music from our shared history of slavery and journey towards freedom,” said Green. On the program will be: • Raymond Goldstein’s The Pesach Cantata—Using the familiar Passover tunes arranged for orchestra, the cantata will feature Israeli baritone Colin

Schachat and lyric tenor Cantor Netanel “Nati” Baram of Beverly Hills Synagogue with Goldstein, music arranger (associate-conductor) to the Jerusalem Great Synagogue Choir, at the Dr. Noreen piano. Green • In The Day That I Cried Out, a gospel cantata based on the Psalms of David will be performed by its Grammy winning composer/conductor Lucas Richman and guests. Tickets are $36 (concert only) and $72 (preferred seating and post-concert reception). To purchase, call 818-6462844. For more information, email nina@lajs.org.

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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK Ronald K. Brown’s Evidence, A D a n c e Company will make its local debut with 7:30 p.m. performances, today and tomorrow at Ronlad K. Brown. the The Photo by Julieta B r o a d Cervantes Stage, 1310 11th St., Stanta Monica. The company—known for Brown’s focuses on the seamless integration of traditional African dance with contemporary choreography and spoken word—will perform three works choreographed by Brown: The Subtle One (2014) to the music of Grammy-nominated jazz pianist Jason Moran; Come Ye, to music of Nina Simone and Fela Anikulapo Kuti; and Grace, (1999/2004), originally created for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to music of Duke Ellington, Roy David, Jr. and Kuti. Tickets range from $40-$80 and are available at the box ofﬁce, by phone at 310-4343200 or online at www.thebroadstage.com • • • • • Tony Baker (NBC’s Last Comic Standing) will headline Stand Up! at 8:30 p.m., Saturday, March 26 at the Malibu Playhouse, 29243 Pacific Coast Highway. Also in the lineup will be: Kat Aagesen (The Kat House), Stuary Thompson and Ken Garr (finalists-San Francisco Comedy Competition), Lyall Behren (Hulu), Taquita Love (Fox’s Laughs) and Nathan Mosher (VH1, MTV). Doors for the 90 minute show open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 online http://malibuplayhouse.org/sta

ndup-march-2016/ and $20 at the door. • • • • • Korean pianist Ko-Eun Yi will make her New West Symphony debut in Chopin’s Concert No. 1 in E Minor for Piano and Orchestra at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 31 at Barnum Hall, 600 Olympic Blvd., Santa MonKo-Eun Yi ica. Led by music director Marcelo Lehninger, the concert will also include Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 and Canto, a recent work by local composer Adam Schoenberg. Tickets, ranging from $29$129 are available by calling 866-887-8400 or on the web site, www.newwestsymphony. • • • • • The Music Center shines the light on “America’s Original Multicultural Dance Company" and the use of dance to focus on societal messages through movement and music as Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center hosts Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Complexions), at 7:30 p.m., Friday-Sunday, April 15-16 and 3 p.m., Sunday, April 17, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Complexions’ performance of mixed repertory will include the West Coast premiere of a choreography that honors poet Maya Angelou (during National Poetry Month). Tickets start at $34 and are available at the boxoffice, 135 N. Grand Ave, online at musiccenter.org/complexions or by phone at 213972-0711. The weekly update of local and SoCal events.

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Sunshine Task Force Looks For Transparency By Matt Lopez The Sunshine Task Force held the first of what will be monthly meetings under newly-installed Mayor John Mirisch Tuesday night at City Hall with a sharp focus on how lobbyists operate within the City. Tuesday’s meeting was an early look into what Mirisch hopes will solve the issue of bringing more transparency to lobbying here. Among the issues staff found with current lobbyist registration forms are unclear instructions, past lobbying activity not automatically populating application fields, returner user’s information not auto populating, unclear lobbying dates of activity and the purpose of lobbying efforts being unclear. The current application calls for the lobbyist’s name, date of application, personal contact information, client information, description of legislation being advocated for and “desired outcome” - although Mirisch pointed out that applicants can file “N/A” for desired outcome, thus rendering the question effectively useless. The City Municipal Code defines a lobbyist, or legislative advocate, as “any individual who is compensated or who is hired, directed, retained or otherwise entitled to be compensated for engaging in Legisla-

tive Advocacy.” Examples of such advocacy, according to City staff, are ordinance changes, zoning changes, regulation- /policy changes, permit approval or amendments, and taxi franchise awarding, among others. “If you’re paid to influence an outcome, you’re a lobbyist,” Mirisch said. Councilmember Lili Bosse, who attended the meeting, suggested fields that detail when lobbyists meet with City Council or City staff. The City’s Chief Information Officer David Schirmer said he would look into adding a link on the lobbying page to each lobbyist’s Form 700. Attorney Murray Fischer expressed concern at the meeting that disclosing too much information on the lobbying forms could produce a “chilling effect” for high-profile clients valuing privacy. Task force members currently include Dr. Charles Aronberg, Ed Brown, Fred Fenster, Judie Fenton, Murray Fischer, Marilyn Gallup, Marcia Wilson Hobbs, Todd Johnson Gerald Lund, Dr. Stella Sarraf, Gloria Seiff and Thomas White. Others in attendance at Tuesday’s meeting included Gloria Seiff, Kathy Rothner, Sonia Berman, Susan Mischler, Woody Clark and Josh Emrani.

THEATRE GUILD PARTY–Many members of the Beverly Hills Theatre Guild board gathered for its annual awards viewing party. Standing (from left): James Jahant, co-host Judson Mock, Ruth Flinkman Marandy , Davis Stafford, Mitzi Eisenberg, Dorothy Victor and Chair Janet Salter. Seated: co-host Patricia Mock, BHTG President Carolyn Fried, and Stanley Eisenberg. Photo by Amir

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Shin Takei Reviews The McLaren 675 LT - Lighter, Faster, More Powerful By Shin Takei The McLaren 675LT is the highest iteration of the Super Series and is the lightest, fastest, most powerful and most track-focused model. The LT means Long Tail and its heritage goes back to the 1996 McLaren F1 Long Tail that raced in fierce battles. Further back in history, Bruce McLaren was a competitive racecar driver who not only drove them, but was an engineer and mechanic who built his own cars. Born in New Zealand, he drove against legendary drivers of his time and had numerous victories in prestigious races. His legacy continues today in F1 Grand Prix and road cars built in Woking, England. Every McLaren sports car is a thinly-veiled race car, but the 675LT is about as close as you can get and still be able to legally drive it on public roads. The basis for the 675LT is the McLaren 650S, which is already a capable super sports car that is one of the best handling cars out there. However, they’ve upped the ante on everything, or in some cases reduced many things all for making it go faster and reducing weight. Powered by a 3.8 Liter dry-sump twin-turbo M838 V8 engine producing 666 horsepower and 516 pound-foot torque, the 675LT can reach 0-60 mph in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of

205 mph. There’s a 7 speed dual clutch transmission with paddle shifters. The car weighs only 2,712 pounds, a whopping 220 lighter than the 650S. This is accomplished by utilizing carbon fiber body panels, thinner glass, Alcantara interior, less sound deadening, elimination of struts and hinges in the engine cover and the carbon fiber finished in satin which all contribute to saving weight. Additionally, the front splitter has been enlarged, the already-low front nose is 20mm lower and the long-tail air brake is 50-percent larger than other models in the range. A larger rear diffuser, body sides and rear deck make it slip through the air efficiently. The interior is an example of simplicity with a vertical screen housing the vehicle controls and setups including navigation and Meridian stereo controls. The HVAC control is on the inside door panel. The starkness and clever layout of the no-frills interior is in the same league as the Tesla Model S. The first thing that comes to mind

The McLaren 675 LT on the open road

when the word “track focused” is used and remove the clear polycarbonate enis whether it’s going to be difficult to gine cover, not convenient when you drive or whether it would be comfort- want to show off the engine to curious eyes. able. But it’s a small inconvenience in Well, surprisingly it’s not only easy to drive, it’s comfortable and gives the the quest to save weight and makes it driver confidence because it is so stable even more special. The bad news is all 500 limited ediand predictable. Once you sit inside and close the dihedral doors, you are in tion coupes have been sold out. However, at the Geneva Auto what feels like a fighter jet cockpit. S h o w , The McLaren snugness announced of the the 675LT seats, the Spider for right size those who and feellove open ing of the air motorsteering ing. wheel Even if and the they sell proximiout of the ty of all 500 Spit h e ders, don’t switches d e s p a i r. and inT h e s t r u McLaren ments 675 is are demore than rived diadequate rectly The rear view of the McLaren 675 LT and you from the will be delighted with the Sport Series McLaren F1 Grand Prix experience. The connectivity with the road 570 Coupe and Spider which will satisthrough the steering wheel is the best fy your taste for exclusivity and outstanding sports car performance for less we’ve experienced. In fact, you become one with the money. However, if you are lucky enough car and the road. Push the Start button and the 675LT to get your hands on a McLaren 675LT comes alive with an angry growl, letting Coupe or Spider, you are in an excluthe driver and anyone around know that sive group. For more information, visit this is a serious super sports car. Driving through winding roads and cars.mclaren.com Editors note: Shin Takei, The Couricanyons around the Santa Monica Mountains become a breeze as the car er’s Automotive Editor-At-Large, has behaves like it owns the road with no been an automotive enthusiast since he was born in Tokyo. notable drama. His grandmother needed only to The Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo tires behave much better when it warms up, take him to a nearby busy street to baby sit him as all he wanted was to look at just like a GP car. We would have liked to take this cars go by. The first words out of his car to the track to enjoy the Track Mode mouth were names of cars. He is now writing to drive, test and setting on the drive mode button where its true capabilities would be apparent. review luxury and sports cars for a few The car is so comfortable and easy publications and is an Executive Comto drive that it instills confidence in the mittee member of the Checkered Flag driver and you may be lead to think 200, a support group for the newly renovated Petersen Automotive Museum. you’re driving a sports sedan. You need a special key to unscrew

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A N O T H E R B I RT H D AY ! ? Leeza Gibbons

Shirley Jones

Cheryl Medow

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Bob Tedeschi

Vince Vaughn

Jan Block

Joseph Perlmutter

Warren Beatty

Bonnie Bedelia

Diana Ross

James Caan

The Courier Salutes Nancy Barbato (Sinatra) On Her 99th Birthday Today HAPPY BIRTHDAY GG–Nancy Barbato (Sinatra) today celebrates her 99th birthday. “GG” as she is nicknamed is shown in her Beverly Hills’ home hugging her grandaughter Amanda Lambert.

Vicki Lawrence

Maria Belknap

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Nancy Barbato (Sinatra), George Schoenstetter, Bonnie Bedelia, Bob Tedeschi, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jordan Friedberg (Mar 25); Alan Arkin, James Caan, Brooke Dulien, Vicki Lawrence, Jennifer Grey, Leeza Gibbons, Marcus Allen, Diana Ross and Martin Short (Mar. 26); Michael York, Mariah Carey and Quentin Tarantino (Mar. 27); Maria Belknap, Vince Vaughn, Conchata Ferrell, and Joseph Perlmutter (Mar. 28); Sid Moray, John Astin, Warren Beatty, Peter Marshall, Celine Dion and Paul Reiser (March 30); Richard Chamberlain, Liz Claiborne, William Daniels, Shirley Jones, Jenny Marks, Rhea Perlman, Cheryl George Schoenstetter Medow and Christopher Walken (Mar. 31).

More than 400 attended the 4th Women of Excellence Awards luncheon at The Beverly Wilshire to honor two inspiring and devoted Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services supporters. Madeline Gussman was given “The Ruth Shuken Humanitarian Award” reflecting her years of service and philanthropy to Vista, while tireless advocate Nancy Epstein received “The Visionary Award” for her ongoing dedication of time and resources to Vista. With KTLA Entertainment Anchor Sam Rubin serving as emcee, there was a breathtaking performance by the Vista Players, the musical group comprised of arts enrichment students of all circumstance and ability, from Vista’s comprehensive and multifaceted arts program. Some $400,000 was raised. Westside parent Lisa Beale shared her family’s gratitude to Vista for providing her child a life changing and nurturing school environment in which he could thrive.

NATALEE THAI CUISINE

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10101 Venice Blvd., Culver City (310) 202-7013 998 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills (310) 855-9380

By John L. Seitz Nancy Barbato (Sinatra), the esteemed ﬁrst wife of legendary entertainer Frank Sinatra, will observe her 99th birthday today, surrounded by her daughters Nancy and Tina, along with her three grandchildren and her one great-grandaughter. Tragically, her only son Frank Sinatra, Jr. died just last Wednesday in Florida. The Sinatras were married on Feb. 4, 1939 and divorced in 1951. Though he subsequently remarried three times, the two remained very close throughout his life. In fact, he once wrote: “I found beauty, warmth and understanding. Being with her was my only escape from what seemed to be a grim world.”

Joan Mangum

VISTA LADIES–Joining some 400 at the 4th annual Women of Excellence awards luncheon in The Beverly Wilshire, which raised $400,000 in support of Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services were (right photo, from left): Event chair Laurie Konheim with honorees Madeline Gussman and Nancy Epstein; (below, from left): philanthropists Beverly Cohen, Marlene Ridgley and Marianne Berman.

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Fun Facts about blood oranges Blood oranges are a small variety with a leathery and oily rind, blushed with a suggestive color of its flesh. The skin is relatively thin. Its pigment is a deep ruby almost pomegranate color. Its not only used for its juice, but also in salads and it pairs with fresh herbs, soft cheeses, seafood, shallots and olives.

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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016 068496 The following is/are doing business as: FLORENCE PLAZA IN BELL 5130 E. Florence Ave., Bell, CA 90201; Khosrow Ganjianpur 6125 San Vicente Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein ON MARCH Khosrow 1, 2016: Ganjianpur, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 21, 2016; Published: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2015 LACC N/C ––––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016044593 The following is/are doing business as: BRIGHT ENTERPRISES 426 S. Norton Ave. #108, Los Angeles, CA 90020; Laren Bright 426 S. Norton Ave. #108, Los Angeles, CA 90020; Penelope Bright 426 S. Norton Ave. #108, Los Angeles, CA 90020; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Penelope Bright, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 25, 2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016

LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016042591 The following is/are doing business as: 90210 SURGERY MEDICAL CENTER LLC 450 N. Roxbury Dr. #600, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 90210 Surgery Medical Center LLC 450 N. Roxbury Dr. #600, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein September 01, 2006: Kerry Assil, MD, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 23, 2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016033838 The following is/are doing business as: RPM AUTO & AIRCRAFT 1310 W. 50th St., Los Angeles, CA 90037; RPM Auto Detail, LLC 1310 W. 50th St., Los Angeles, CA 90037; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Humberto Pimentel, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 11, 2016; Published: March 04, 11,

18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016041946 The following is/are doing business as: THREE BLACK DIAMONDS PRESS 3621 Kalsman Dr. #3, Los Angeles, CA 90016; 369 S. Doheny Dr. #1400, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Dianne Shorte 3621 Kalsman Dr. #3, Los Angeles, CA 90016; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein December 29, 2015: Dianne Shorte, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 23, 2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016038377 The following is/are doing business as: JOURNEY TO JUSTICE TELEVISION 5419 Hollywood Blvd. #C-125, Hollywood, CA 90027; Peter Thomas Carrillo Sr. 5419 Hollywood Blvd. #C125, Hollywood, CA 90027; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2016: Peter Thomas Carrillo Sr., Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 18,

2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016046561 The following is/are doing business as: LOMBARDY PROPERTIES 2080 San Pasqual St., Pasadena, CA 91107; Candace Smith 2080 San Pasqual St., Pasadena, CA 91107; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein May 10, 2015: Candace Smith, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 26, 2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016031484 The following is/are doing business as: BEVERLY HILLS CLEANERS 9164 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Bahram Razi 9164 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2000: Bahram Razi, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 09, 2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C

DOUBLE-CROSSED

BY JOEL FAGLIANO / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ

45 Engine part, briefly 46 “____ Tag!” 47 Drink served in a flute 9 One of the Five Pillars of Islam 50 Razz 53 Popular tech review 13 French film award site 18 Phlegmatic 55 Money of Peru 20 Prefix with distant 56 *Lawyer 21 Black-and-white, in 58 *Event with rainbow sneaker lingo flags 22 More than enough 62 Went on to say 23 Folded food 63 Caribbean area, 24 111-Across’s partner once: Abbr. 25 They “don’t lie,” in a 64 ____ jacet (phrase on No. 1 Shakira hit tombstones) 26 Not be able to sleep 65 Often-torchlit events 27 *Doctor’s orders? 66 Requirement for one 30 ____ fraîche going into labor? 31 Regenerist brand 67 Impudence 32 Capital of 68 “Speaking personally Kazakhstan …,” in texts 33 Streaming-video 69 Supporting the idea giant 70 *Pressured 35 “Fareed Zakaria 73 *Makes wedding GPS” airer plans 36 Up in years 75 Geometry- textbook 37 ____ pull (sports symbols injury) 76 Big fund-raising 38 *1999 rom-com effort based on Shaw’s 77 One-stanza poem “Pygmalion” 78 Green day? 42 *Manhattan Project 80 Expression in a site toothpaste ad 44 Cook in charge of 83 Shade of blue or 110-Across green Online subscriptions: 85 “Feliz ____ Nuevo!” Today’s puzzle and more than 4,000 past puzzles, 86 *County that includes ANSWERS FOUND much of Everglades nytimes.com/crosswords IN NEXT ($39.95 a year). National Park WEEK’S PAPER… ACROSS

THE NEW YORK TIMES SUNDAY MAGAZINE CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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Note: When this puzzle is completed, take the answer to each starred clue and cross out all the letters used twice. The leftover letters will spell an appropriate word, reading top to bottom.

1 Joke’s target 5 Own (up)

–––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016030813 The following is/are doing business as: WET NOSE 934 N. Genesee Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90046; Shane Alexander Bendana 934 N. Genesee Ave. #8, West Hollywood, CA 90046; Cinthia Vanessa Torres 934 N. Genesee Ave. #8, West Hollywood, CA 90046; The business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2000: Shane A. B e n d a n a , O w n e r : Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 09, 2016; Published: March 04, 11, 18, 25, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016049108 The following is/are doing business as: EQUALS THREE STUDIOS 9100 Wilshire Blvd. #225-East Tower, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Equals Three, LLC 9100 Wilshire Blvd. #225-East Tower, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein June 27, 2014: Ray W. Johnson, Manager: Statement is filed with the

8 Protest type 9 Deep laugh 10 Lavish Vegas casino opened in 2009 11 Lowest part 12 Book before Judges 13 Deliberate 14 Robe-wearing ruler 15 Certain balloons 16 Smith graduate, e.g. 17 Start on a righteous path 19 CNBC interviewee, maybe 28 Ring figure? 29 Old Spanish kingdom 34 Cousin of inc. 37 Muscle strengthened by a StairMaster, informally 39 “That guy?” 40 My Chemical Romance and others 41 Mine transport 43 Up in years 47 Chat-room policers, informally 48 ____ Hawkins dance 49 Spirit 51 Fairly recent 52 Some game-show prizes 53 Peninsula in 2014 headlines 54 Quitting aid, of sorts 55 Relative of a skillet 57 Fix 58 Band with a Ben & Jerry’s flavor named for it

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County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2016; Published: March 11, 18, 25, April 01, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016048112 The following is/are doing business as: TESLA OPEN SPACE FUND 14307 Califa St., Van Nuys, CA 91401; Marina Schwabic 14307 Califa St., Van Nuys, CA 91401; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein November 03, 2015: Marina Schwabic, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 29, 2016; Published: March 18, 25, April 01, 08, 2016 LACC N/C

NOTICE— Fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, et seq., Business and Professions Code). 7

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–––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016053247 The following is/are doing business as: 1) NIRVANA STREET PICTURES 2) NIRVANA STREET FILMS 3) NIRVANA STREET MEDIA 4415 Ambrose Terrace, Los Angeles, CA 90027; Pink Mohawk And A Guitar, Inc. 4415 Ambrose Terrace, Los Angeles, CA 90027; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Sven Nilsson, Vice President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 04, 2016; Published: March 18, 25, April 01, 08, 2016 LACC N/C

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PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No.: 2015-03035-CA A.P.N.:8114-017-023 Property Address: 1907 Cogswell Road, South El Monte, CA 91733

IZED TO DO BUSINESS deed of trust on this propIN THIS STATE: erty.

All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the NOTICE OF hereinafter described TRUSTEE'S SALE property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust PURSUANT TO CIVIL described as: CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFOR- More fully described in MATION REFERRED TO said Deed of Trust. BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE Street Address or other RECORDED COPY OF common designation of THIS DOCUMENT BUT real property: 1907 ONLY TO THE COPIES Cogswell Road, South El PROVIDED TO THE Monte, CA 91733 TRUSTOR. A.P.N.: 8114-017-023 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE The undersigned Trustee INFORMATION IN THIS disclaims any liability for DOCUMENT ATTACHED any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LU’U Y: KÈM THEO DÂY LÀ BÀN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LU’O’C VÈ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIÈU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/08/2007. 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. Trustor: ANTONIO ORTEGA, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY AND CESAR ANTHONY ORTEGA, A SINGLE MAN AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 01/22/2007 as Instrument No. 20070124017 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 04/21/2016 at 11:00 AM Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 522,127.28 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHOR-

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the 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: $ 522,127.28. 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 of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

CARE AND PROTECTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the DOCKET NUMBER: right to bid less than the 15CP0084WC total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid Trial Court of may be less than the total Massachusetts debt Juvenile Court 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com /MortgageServices/Defau ltManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2015-03035-CA. 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.

Department COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Worcester County Juvenile Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 508-831-2000 TO: Robert J Castiglioni

A petition has been presented to this court by the DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (Whitinsville), seeking, as to the following child(ren), Alexandria M Castiglioni, that said child(ren) be found in need of care and protection and committed to the Department of Children and Families. The court may dispense the rights of the person named herein to receive notice of or to consent to any legal proceeding affecting the adoption, custody, or guardianship or any other disposition of the child(ren) named herein, if it finds that the child(ren) is/are in need of care and protection and that the best interests of the child(ren) Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for bene- would be served by said disposition. ficiary C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagemen t/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530 _______________ Trustee Sale Assistant

You are hereby ORDERED to appear in this court, at the court address set forth above, on the following date and time: 05/4/2016, 9:30 AM Pre Trial Conference (CR/CV)

You may bring an attorney with you. If you have a right to an attorney and if the court Date: March 8, 2016 determines that you are WESTERN PROGRES- indigent, the court will SIVE, LLC MAY BE ACT- appoint an attorney to ING AS A DEBT COL- represent you. LECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

If you fail to appear, the court may proceed on that date and any date thereafter with a trial on the merits of the petition Published: 03/25/16, and an adjudication of 04/01/16, 04/08/16 this matter.

We File &

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For further information call the Office of the Clerk-Magistrate at 508831-2000. WITNESS: Hon. Carol A. Erskine FIRST JUSTICE Craig D. Smith Clerk-Magistrate DATE ISSUED: 03/03/2016 Publish dates 03/18/16, 03/25/16, 04/01/16

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 040159-NT

(Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 040138-NT

(1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. (2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: Cafe Om Enterprises, Inc., 7962 Fountain Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90046 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: 7962 Fountain Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90046 (4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: Cafe if LLC, 140 S. Oakhurst Drive #301, Beverly Hills, CA 90212. (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are all stock in trade, furniture, fixtures and equipment, intangible assets, and good will of that certain business located at: 7962 Fountain Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90046. (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: Cafe Om Enterprises, Inc. (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is April 13, 2016 at the office of All Brokers Escrow, Inc., 2924 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA 91505, Escrow No. 040159-NT, Escrow Officer: Nancy Toth. (8) Claims may be filed with Same as "7" above. (9) The last date for filing claims is April 12, 2016. (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code. (11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: None Dated: March 16, 2016 Transferees: Cafe if LLC, a California Limited Liability Company S/ By: Ai Zhang, Managing Member 3/25/16 CNS-2861581# BEVERLY HILLS COURIER

(1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. (2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: BHLI, Inc., 8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 250, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: 8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 250, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: BGBH, Inc., 1433 Beverly Blvd., #104, Los Angeles, CA 90025. (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are all stock in trade, fixtures and equipment, trade name and good will of that certain business located at: 8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 250, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: Beverly Hills Lingual Institute. (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 04/13/16 at the office of All Brokers Escrow Service, 2924 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505, Escrow No. 040138-NT, Escrow Officer: Nancy Toth. (8) Claims may be filed with Same as "7" above. (9) The last date for filing claims is 04/12/16. (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code. (11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: Orange County Lingual Institute, 600 Anton Blvd., Garden Suite B, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Dated: March 11, 2016 Transferees: BGBH, Inc., a Texas Corporation By: Aleksa Martinovic, President 3/25/16 CNS-2861574# BEVERLY HILLS COURIER

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PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No.: 2014-02451-CA A.P.N.:5808-016-015 Property Address: 5027 Louise Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION 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

NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LU’U Y: KÈM THEO DÂY LÀ BÀN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LU’O’C VÈ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIÈU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/08/2007. 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. Trustor: SALVADOR GARCIA AND EVA N. GARCIA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 10/13/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2278801 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 04/13/2016 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 1,822,351.03 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR

SAVINGS BANK SPECINOTICE OF FIED IN SECTION 5102 TRUSTEE'S SALE OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHOR- Note: Because the IZED TO DO BUSINESS Beneficiary reserves the IN THIS STATE: right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is posAll right, title, and interest sible that at the time of conveyed to and now the sale the opening bid held by the trustee in the may be less than the total hereinafter described debt property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust NOTICE TO PROPERTY described as: OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of More fully described in sale may be postponed said Deed of Trust. one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, A.P.N.: 5808-016-015 trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of The undersigned Trustee the California Civil Code. disclaims any liability for The law requires that any incorrectness of the information about trustee street address or other sale postponements be common designation, if made available to you any, shown above. and to the public, as a courtesy to those not The sale will be made, present at the sale. If you but without covenant or wish to learn whether warranty, expressed or your sale date has been implied, regarding title, postponed, and, if applipossession, or encum- cable, the rescheduled brances, to pay the time and date for the sale remaining principal sum of this property, you may of the note(s) secured by call (866)-960-8299 or the Deed of Trust. The visit this Internet Web site total amount of the http://www.altisource.com unpaid balance of the /MortgageServices/Defau obligation secured by the ltManagement/TrusteeSe property to be sold and rvices.aspx using the file reasonable estimated number assigned to this costs, expenses and case 2014-02451-CA. advances at the time of Information about postthe initial publication of ponements that are very the Notice of Sale is: short in duration or that $ 1,822,351.03. occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not If the Trustee is unable to immediately be reflected convey title for any rea- in the telephone informason, the successful bid- tion or on the Internet der’s sole and exclusive Web site. The best way remedy shall be the to verify postponement return of monies paid to information is to attend the Trustee, and the suc- the scheduled sale. cessful bidder shall have no further recourse. Date: March 8, 2016 The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a 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 this property.

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagemen t/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530 ____________________ Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published: 03/18/16, 03/25/16, 04/01/16

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

Trustee Sale No. : 00000005448048 Title Order No.: 150208317 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 0000000000000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/09/2006. 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 P R O C E E D I N G AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/18/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1844271 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: RICHARD ASHBEE AND DIANE ASHBEE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/22/2016 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1251 LAGO VISTA DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90210 APN#: 4350-019012 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 $6,348,332.30. 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 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005448048. 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 TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A

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Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein March 01, 2016: Rachel Sheedy, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 16, 2016; Published: March 18, 25, April 01, 08, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016068013 The following is/are doing business as: CMF HOMEBUILDERS 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #626, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Construction Management & Funding Inc. 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #626, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2014: Ashley Chase Haydel, CFO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 21, 2016; Published: March 25, April 01, 08, 15, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016070059 The following is/are doing business as: 1) W/C : M/C INK. 2) WOLF & CROWN MEDIA COLLECTIVE 123 Pending Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90017; Matthew S. Burkes 530 Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein March 22, 2016: Matthew S. Burkes, President/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 22, 2016; Published: March 25, April 01, 08, 15, 2016 LACC N/C

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NO: BC 576552 NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS: DODD MITCHELL, an individual, DMD ASSOCIATION, INC., a California Corporation and DOES 1 to 30, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: HARVEY VECHERY, an individual AND LINDA VECHERY, an individual NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. The name and address of the court is: LA Superior Court - County of Los Angeles, Central Division 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Michael R. Shapiro, 612 North Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 11 Los Angeles, CA 90049 DATE: March 30, 2015 By: Sherri R. Carter, Clerk - Kristina Vargas, Deputy Beverly Hills Courier • Published 03/25/16, 04/01/16, 04/08/16, 04/15/16

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agency is currently seeking professional caregivers to assist our senior clients. CNA’s, CHHA's, MA's preferred. Great paying positions available throughout Los Angeles, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Bel Aire, Pacific Palisades and San Fernando Valley.

Please call (323) 932-8700

110 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

SEEKING 2 EXECUTIVES w/ Financial Background who are financially established For

Excellent Business Development Opportunity

Good personality. Good return on Backend. Not a sales position. No investment. Serious Inquiries Only:

310/474-2291 626/872-0298 Just like the Red Bull model.

Private Offices & Workstations For Rent In The Heart of Beverly Hills We have 66 Square Ft. Workstations to 260 Square Ft. Offices Available For Immediate Occupancy Reasonably Priced Full-time occupancy of your own private office and workstations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Personalized/professional telephone answering Professional reception services Mail sorting/delivery Free access to conference rooms Telephone/Internet/WiFi Kitchen/Employee breakroom Fully furnished reception/lobby area Utilities/janitorial service Access to copy, postage meter, and facsimile Access to separate server room for your own private network File room and storage space available

Please contact Renee at 310-274-5847 for more information or to schedule a tour.

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HOUSES FOR SALE MALIBU BEACH HAMPTON STYLE WEEKEND HOME $3,150,000 Private Beach in Malibu’s most sought after neighborhood, Point Dume. 3100 sqft. home immaculate turnkey condition with the finest high end finishes. Large gourmet kitchen expands to great family room, pecan hardwood floors, formal living room, formal dining room with fireplace, 4th bedroom with full bath poss. office/den. Second story has 3 BR including master suite with large walk in closet, patio with outdoor living room. Plus 2 other BR with green belt views, each with private patios, full BA with subway tiles. Grassy private yard with beautiful mature landscaping. Includes coveted beach key with deeded beach rights to Little Dume beach. $3,150,000. Visit www.hamptonsonthepoint.com Call (310) 317-2338 for appointment.

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2 bed 2 Bath

YOUR AD HERE

Finished Garage

CALL

Principals only

310.278.1322

$1,150,000.00 Across from 4 Seasons Hotel. Bev.Hills/LA Border

310/623-2177

CONDOS FOR SALE

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

270 CONDOS FOR SALE

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CENTURY TOWERS 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS $1,195,000

by 04/04/16. Space is Limited!

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1 BDRM / 1 BA $539,000 Renovated High Floor. Manhattan Style Views, Wood Floors, Updated Kitchen Luxurious Bathroom, Floor to Ceiling Windows, Recessed Lighting

405

425

WANTED TO RENT

HOUSES FOR LEASE

NEED SOME EXTRA $$?

$525,000 TO $1,169,000

CENTURY TOWERS $545,000 TO $1,348,000

Non-Smoker

SEEKING TO R E N T Guesthouse or Room

407 Garage/Storage For Rent

427 Montana Ave.

Storage Space

$3,000 Unfurnished $3,600 Furnished Remodeled incld. bath, newer kitchen, hrwd. flrs.

Spacious living rm.+ den w/ sliding doors to lrg. backyard w/ pool, new carpet+tile. $2,295,000

440 UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

CENTURY CITY Av a i l a b l e Townhouse For Rent for Rent. 6 STAR HOTEL QUALITY!!! Close to Beach . ONE CENTURY Century Hills, Gated $3,488,000 TO $28,950,000 Please Call: Complex, Tennis, Pool, Gym, 310/394-7132 2400 sq/ft., CENTURY WOODS BEL AIR CREST $1,995,000 TO $15,975,000

Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns. For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440

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420 Guesthouse For Rent

Open Everyday from 11-5pm for Mon. and Thurs. Showings please call 310.926.3884

GREAT MOVE-IN SPECIAL

19 luxurious condos... just a few steps from the entrance to the upscale and expanding Century City Shopping and Entertainment Center. These elegant residences were built with incredible attention to detail and feature open floor plans. High-end gourmet kitchens individual washers & dryers, master bathrooms with tubs & showers and, in every case, the finest finishers. Amenities includes; Gym, Bike racks, a city view roof deck and most of all, across from some of the best shopping, eateries and theaters on the west side. conveniently adjacent to Clementines. FLORA HAKIMI 310-498-4054 mshakimi2003@yahoo.com

No. Bedford Dr.

New Hrwd flrs+central new kitch. appl. w/ w/d, small basement, 2-car garage. $4,900/Mo.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * 8888 WEST THIRD ST. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ

One of the Most Presigious, Elegant, Beautiful Apt. Bldg.

435 S. Maple Dr. LUXURIOUS SPACIOUS PENTHOUSE Lrg. 3 Bd.+3 Ba. 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATH Lrg. family rm., central SPECTACULAR VIEWS air, 2-car garage. $4,150

Marty: 310/293-2205

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210 S. Spalding Dr.

Dining room, den, fireplace, kitchen nook, central heating/air 2-car covered carport. $4,500 /Month Call: 310/770-9637

Near Doheny & Burton Way Front unit with 3 balconies

* * * * * * * * * * * * *

Loaded with Amenities Granite Kitchen, Bathroom Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer & Dryer in the unit, Hardwood Floors, Central A/C, Jacuzzi tub, Gas Fireplace, Vertical Blinds, 24/7 Digital Surveillance – Controlled Entrance, Assigned parking. 12’ High ceiling. NO PETS

* * * * * * * * * * * * *

HISTORIC LANDMARK RESIDENTIAL BUILDING Must see to appreciate!

Hrdwd flrs, new kitchen with washer/dryer

$3,650 mo - min. 1 yr Call 310-273-4600 Ext. 1

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS 329 S. REXFORD DR 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Approx. 1,800 sq.ft.

windows. Granite counters,

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH With balcony, all new kitchen counters, lots of closet space, central A/C, laundry on each floor, Elevator, 2 parking. No pets. $2,700 & Up. Call Savley 323/241-7758

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435 N. PALM DR. Totally Remodeled 1 Bedroom, 2 Bath with hardwood floors, new appliances and laundry in the unit. $2,550/Mo. Call 310/569-9822

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central air/heat, fireplace, BEVERLY HILLS • Updated • wet-bar, laundry facility

2 Bdrm.+11/2 Bath

————— —310/948-4725 ————–––– 1017 S. SHERBOURNE

Very Private & Spacious

Luxury Apt.

213/305-1346

for Lease in Wilshire Comstock

1st floor, hardwood floors, A/C units, $3,500/MO. patio, covered parking. Great Location! Call 323/933-7564 $2,350/Month or 310/210-6518

BEL AIR BEVERLY HILLS GUESTHOUSE S. Rexford Dr. 1 Bdrm. • $1,995

Separate entrance, 2 out- 2,150sf., hrwd. flrs., a/c, door decks, wood flrs., fridge, stove, dishwasher, lrg. closet, modest kitchen. microwave, walk-in For 1 person. No pets. closets, secured bldg., Apprx 900sf., Beautiful Garden laundry facility, 2-prkg. 323/870-5884 $5,900/Month

BEVERLY HILLS

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

Beverly Hills Schools

Call 310/729-8884

3 Bdrm.+3 Bath

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and 2 car-port parking.

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath With Chef Kitchen and 3 Parking Spaces Must See - $6,800/mo

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. LARGE DUPLEX 2 BDRMS + 1 BATH + OFFICE + DEN Large living, dining and breakfast room. Granite countertops with marble floors and all appliances. Hardwood floors, high ceiling, nicely landscaped yard. $2,800/MO. Call 310/908-1919

SPACIOUS, REMOD. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ 1 BEDROOM 9583 ALCOTT ST. + DEN + 1.5 BATHS * SPACIOUS *

$3,750/MO. Call 310/550-5767 Newly remodeled with marble thevillasonthird.com floors, new carpets, new

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Quiet, Very Private, Exceptional, Clean.

LEASES STARTING AT $4,250/MO.

BEVERLY HILLS

LISA SHERMAN • AGENT Upstair's Duplex 310/724-7000 x-1851 3 Bdrms.+2 Baths

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

$1,699,000 TO $2,599,000

10269 SANTA MONICA BLVD., LOS ANGELES, CA 90067

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 1212 S. LA JOLLA

Respectful, Quiet, Bel Air For Sale Neat, Responsible. 2 Story 4 Bd.+2.5 Ba. COMPASS GOLD PROP. 310/743-4346

LUXURIOUS CONDO HOMES FOR LEASE

$5,500/Month. Call 310/651-1732

Female, UCLA Senior Top Flr. 2 Bd.+1 Ba. air, light+bright, all brand

$750,000 TO $1,195,000

CENTURY HILL

PRIME LOCATION

3 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATHS TOP FLOOR DUPLEX 2397 SQUARE FEET BEVERLYWOOD New kitchen with granite 4BD, 4BA. + Guesthouse counter tops, center island $8,900/Month next to and includes all appliances. Fireplace, nice backyard and Beverlywood golf course. carport pkng. $4,975/MO. Available short/long term Call 310/482-8699

—————–––– Prime Carthay Circle

SANTA MONICA

LE PARC

BEVERLY HILLS

Restored Vintage 1930’s Spanish Duplex • THE GROVE AREA • 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath

PARK PLACE $1,599,000

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

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Please Call Sara:

CENTURY PARK EAST

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

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Have available space in your driveway Near South Beverly Dr.? Local business of 30 years needs employee parking furnished or unfurnished. We have other furnished and willing to pay properties short/long term. $100 / Month CENTURY PARK EAST Contact: info@cgk.cc Call 818/203-7019 2 BDRM / DEN/ 2 BA if interested

$899,000

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

Please R.S.V.P. to: 310-751-0327 or VerticeWilliams@gmail.com

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

South Tower Corner. 2 Jumbo Balconies New Stainless Steel Kitchen, Wood Floors Unobstructed City Views, Lower Floor

440

Hardwood floors, includes appliances, laundry area, private backyard & garage.

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

440

Come hear guest speaker, Ryan Kleis of Reverse Mortgage Educators.

Since 2007, Ryan has been originating and teaching others about reverse mortgages and helping borrowers and financial professionals learn how to use a reversemortgage in their professional portfolio and how a reverse mortgage can be used to buy a primary residence with no monthly mortgage payments. This event is not for Real Estate Professionals.

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3 BDRM, 3.5 BATHS LOWER DUPLEX

Venue Parking is $8.00 • Street Parking Available

License 00957281

R E A L E S TAT E

NEWLY RENOVATED GORGEOUS 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Amazing Location $4,300/MO.

2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH upper unit with breakfast and formal dining room.

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 926 S. BEDFORD ST. NEWLY REMODELED LUXURY UNIT LIGHT AND BRIGHT

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

8491 FOUNTAIN AVENUE

Yard, laundry & parking. newly remodeled on second floor with A/C and 2 parking. $3,500/MO.

WEST HOLLYWOOD

Call 213/804-3761

Call 310/741-2156

$2,350/MO. Sam: 310/422-6026

A PA RT M E N T / C O N D O R E N TA L S

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BEVERLY HILLS

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

ROBERTSON/BURTON WAY

* BEVERLY HILLS *

WEST L.A.

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900 License 00957281

all listings are on

CenturyCityLiving.com

NOW AVAILABLE GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES

F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

CENTURY TOWERS

2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS $6,700/month 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 Conditionr

CENTURY PARK EAST

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

WEST HOLLYWOOD Quiet 6-Unit Bldg. 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath

Upper front unit. Hardwood floors, a/c w/Full Kitchen + Fridge unit, stove, fridge, laundry 6ft & 7ft Closet space. on premises, 1-parking. ELEVATOR, laundry rm, Clean & Convenient. gated, quiet, no pets, no smoiking building. Cat OK • $1,700/Mo.

323/658-6151

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS ADJACENT

STUDIO & 2 BR $1,625 - $2,550 Large Remodeled Units With Lots of Light In Newer Luxury Building

Granite counter tops, custom cabinets, ample closet space, stove, dishwasher, fridge, A/C, balcony, secured entry, gated parking, gym, laundry, etc...

8560 W. Olympic Bl.

320 S. Clark Dr. Call 323/252-5600

8725 Clifton Way 1628 Westgate Ave. Newly Remodeled ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ • 1 Bdrm. + B r i g h t & A i r y. Dishwasher, Den + 2 Bath • Lrg. unit. Balcony, Intercom entry, on-sight parking, on-sight Walk-in closet, laundry facility. intercom entry, laundry facility, elevator, prkg. Close to transportation. 310/820-1810 • CHARMING & BRIGHT • Close to Cedars, WEST L.A. restaurants, shopping 1433 Brockton Ave. & transportation.

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• 310/276-1528 • S p a c i o u s Bachelor Laundry facility, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. parking. 120 S. Swall Dr. • • • • • • • • • Close to shopping, dining & • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • transportation. Please Call: • • • • • • • • Very Spacious, A/C, 310/479-0700

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• 2 Bd.+2 Ba.

W E S T W O O D CULVER CITY 1409 Midvale Ave.

3830 Vinton Ave.

• • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • •Single• • WiFi, a/c, intercom • • • entry, laundry facility, Pool, sauna,

•

Single

elevator, parking, pool.

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

intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking. All Utilities Paid.

310/841-2367 ————— —————

• WESTWOOD • • MIRACLE MILE •

10933 Rochester Ave. 615 S. Cochran Ave.

Jr. Executive

~ ~ ~ ~ ~

• Single •

Controlled access, on-sight laundry, a/c unit, kitchenette.

Spacious a/c, fireplace, pool, controlled access, 323/937-9126 laundry fac., prkg. Close to Museums, • Free WiFi Access • The Grove 310/473-5061 & Restaurants.

Spacious, hardwood flrs., huge closets, built-in a/c, dishwasher, pool, elevator, controlled balcony, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, prkg. W E S T L . A . W E S T W O O D SANTA MONICA access, laundry Close to Cedars-Sinai, 1343 Carmelina Ave. 1380 Midvale Ave. • S p a c i o u s • facilities. No pets. • 3 Bdrm. + 2 Bath Beverly Center, - 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath 424/343-0015 • • • • • shops, cafes Approx. 1,100sf. • Bright Unit • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. Great Location! & transportation. Patio, dishwasher, On-site laundry, Single 310/270-0724 on-site parking. on-site parking. • • • • • C LOSElaundry, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. TO S CHOOL , Close to WiFi, pool, elevator, F REEWAY & 309 S. Sherbourne Dr. BRENTWOOD transportation. controlled access, onT RANSPORTATION . 11640 Kiowa Ave. ( • • • ----- • • • ) • 310/442-8265 • sight laundry, parking. 310/449-1100 • • • • • •• • 2 Bdrm. + 1.5 Bath C l o s e t o U . C . L . A . 2600 Virginia Ave. Newly Updated

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WEST L.A. 310/473-1509 • • • • • • 1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath 1236 Amhearst Ave. H O L LY W O O D Good closet space, a/c, • • • • • • • • • Spacious Units • WESTWOOD 1769-1775

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elevator, dishwasher,

Call 310/526-1484 controlled access. Close to Cedars/shops/trans. ————— 310/247-8689 —————––––

Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, heated pool, WiFi, elevator controlled access, on-site laundry, parking. Close to Brentwood Village, Shops & Restaurants.

^ ^1^Bdrm. ^ ^ +1 Bath Dishwasher, a/c, controlled access, on-site parking & laundry facility.

Gorgeous Large Studio Apartment In Beverly Hills or Great Office

BEVERLY HILLS

New Carpet, With Central Air, Large Walk-in Closet. Includes All Utilities, Private Entrance, Secured Bldg.+Prkg. Nonsmoker, No Pets. $1,625/Month 310/247-8929

Old World Charm! 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Condo Bright unit. in excellent condition Bright, intercom entry, Dishwasher, On-site Large kitchen, Large dining fridge, stove, laundry fac. laundry, parking. room area, Sealed-in Patio, CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS Close to Approximately 1900 Sq. ft. Brentwood Village. & SHOPPING.

• 310/826-4889 •

310/820-8584

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1370 Veteran Ave.

Single

•••• •• •••• Balcony, air conditioning dishwasher, controlled access bldg., WiFi, pool, on-sight laundry, gym, parking.

N. Sycamore Av.

• Single • Bachelor

Controlled access, laundry facility. Utilities Included.

323/851-3790

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* HOLLYWOOD * FOR RENT ON • • —————–––– •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• BRENTWOOD WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 310/477-6885 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. 519 S. Barrington Ave. 10445 Wilshire Blvd. Close to U.C.L.A. * * * * * •• •• – The Grand (the only —————–––– • Single • • ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚ apartment Freshly Painted, • • left at the Grand) • WESTWOOD • * * * * * 2 Bdrm. + 1.5 Bath

————— BEVERLY HILLS

1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. Penthouse Great Views!

Some Complexes include • • • • • • • • • • Heated Pools, Sundeck, 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • Tennis, Doorman, French doors in bdrm. to • Houseman, Staff patio overlooking pool • Engineers, Switchboard, • GORGEOUS UNITS • Security Staff, Central air, Switchboard, Saunas, pool, elevator, Business Center, Pet on-site laundry, PlayLand, Restaurant, intercom entry. Acres of Flower Gardens 320 N. La Peer Dr. and Grassy Lawns. • 310/246-0290 • For Lease See our Ad Sec. 270

IMMACULATE LARGE SINGLE

CLOSE TO S H O P S & D I N I N G

218 S. Tower Dr.

550 Veteran Ave. ••••• • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • ••••• Call 310/550-8006 Very spacious, 310/472-8915 granite counters, WESTWOOD • microwave, intercom B R E N T W O O D •550 Veteran Ave. entry, on-sight laun11730 SUNSET BLVD. ••••• dry, parking & WiFi. NEWLY REMODELED • 2 B d . + 2 B a . Very close to UCLA •••••• • & Westwood Village. • Jr. Executive • • • • • 310/208-5166 ••••••• Very spacious, Rooftop pool, granite counters, deck, central air, microwave, intercom **CENTURY CITY** S. Beverly Glen elevator, intercom entry, on-sight laun- 2220 • • entry, on-sight laundry, dry, parking & WiFi. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • gym, parking. Very close to UCLA • • • • • Free WiFi Access • & Westwood Village. • Lots of • • •Character 310/208-5166 ~ 310/476-3824 ~ & Charm!

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

“The Mission” • Westwood • • • • • •

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

• • • • •

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6-Month Lease Avail. BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE

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Newly Remodeled Great Views Great views, controlled access, balcony, elevator, lrg. pool, prkg, on-sight laundry. H IKING IN R UNYON C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD B OWL /N IGHTLIFE .

323/467-8172

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340 S. St. Andrews Pl.

Spacious 1 Bdrm + 1.5 Bath Balcony, controlled access, parking, elevator, on-site laundry. Close to shopping, great restaurants and Metro.

213/732-9849

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Glass Fireplace LOS ANGELES Newly Remodeled. 401 S. HOOVER St. New hardwood flrs., • BRENTWOOD • • • • • • • • • custom cabinets, granite 922 S. Barrington Av. •• granite counters, •• + 1 Ba. • 1 Bd. countertops, stone entry, • • steel appl., • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• stainless • Single pool, health club, spa. alcove fireplace, • • Fireplace, balcony, • Free WiFi Access • Wifi, Bright, controlled fridge, laundry facility, • • • • • • • • wet bar, dishwasher, • Close to UCLA • gated parking, intercom Control access, pool, access, balcony, 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. entry, WiFi and more. dishwasher, elevator, laundry facility, pool, elevator, L.A., 90024 laundry facility, prkg. • 310/552-8064 • on-site laundry elevator, parking. Contact Mgr.: and parking. Close to shops+dining. Close To U.C.L.A. Rooftop jacuzzi with panoramic 310/477-6856 • 310/864-0319 • 213/385-4751 310/826-0541

* * * * * * Every Extra Luxury

ESTWOOD ————— 1 W 0905 Ohio Ave.

city views.

BEVERLY HILLS

S E RV I C E

468 BAGS WANTED

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D I R E C T O RY

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

BUY & SELL

WANTED

CHANEL, HERMES, GUCCI, PRADA AND ALL HIGH-END DESIGNER HANDBAGS

We pay top dollar for your scrap gold, jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, watches and coins. We also consider purchasing rare or antique items.

IN ADDITION TO

ALLIGATOR, CROCODILE AND EXOTIC SKINS. ALL NEW, USED OR VINTAGE.

TOP DOLLAR PAID Call 310/289-9561

CCash ash oonn tthe he sspot. N ppointment nnecessary. eeces Noo aappointment

469 PAINTINGS FOR SALE

Original Paintings by Len Aaron, co-founder of Aaron Brothers

201 South Beverly Drive, Beverly Hillls 310-550-5755

store license # 19101172

$1500 each Limit 3 per client 310/294-0008 475

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

ESTATE SALE

BUY & SELL

FABULOUS ESTATE SALE! 1969 MAGAZINE SPREAD! F. Knoll Cab., 19th. French Gilt Candelabras; 19th. C. Baccarat Urns; Contemp. Art by Listed Artists Burliuk, K. Appel, Laurencin, more; Mid-Century & Antiques; Sterling; Crystal; Ital. Majolica; 19th. C. Chin. Rose Famille; Amazing Vintage Ladies Desgnr. Clothes; Cos. Jewelry; Books; Rugs, MORE!!

Mar. 26th. Sat. 9:30-3:30 Pix@EstateSales.net

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B E V E R L Y

H I L L S

Buyers and Sellers of High-End Jewelry & Watches

APPOINTMENT ONLY! Email for time:

LGestateSales@gmail.com 507

AUTOS WANTED

WE BUY CARS

HIGH-END & CLASSIC CAR CALL ERIC 310/345-1487

9615 Brighton Way Suite #325 I Beverly Hills, CA 90210 by appointment 310.273.8174 I www.mizrahidiamonds.com

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CONTRACTORS

The Town & Country Builder r

General Contractor by Basile Serving the Westside Since 1983 License # 441191

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~ F REE ESTIMATES ~ 310-578-7108

or 661/886-9440

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“FREE ESTIMATE” Call 310-294-6866

Lic. No. 953274

Will Donate Part of the proceed to Charity/organization/schools of your choice.

CONTRACTOR

• AC •

CONSTRUCTION

HANDYMAN

• Home Repairs • Remodeling • Carpentry

No Job Too BIG or Too small!

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Need Any Repairs or Remodeling!

Room additions, Painting, Kitchens/Baths, Tile/Flooring, Woodwork, Decks, A/C-Plumbing, Lighting/Electrical, Concrete/Brick/Stone, Doors/Windows/Screens.

We Also Provide Handyman Services!

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Reliable, No Short Cuts • Serving B.H. for 32 Yrs. Call Manny: 310/729-9612 LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED

To Advertise Your Business Call 310-278-1322 www.bhcourier.com

• Senior Discounts

MARBLE RESTORATION

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GOLD COAST ~ MARBLE ~ • Marble Polishing • Sealing • Floor Restoration • Grout Cleaning Call For Free Estimate:

• WHITNEY'S •

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• HANDYMAN •

• Ceramic Tile • Plumbing Painting • Plumbing Tiling • Electric • Drywall • Drywall • Painting Remodel & Demolition • • Plaster • Wallpaper Hauling, Remove and • Call Dave • Replace Carpet. Cell: 213/300-0223 Residential & Commercial Cleaning. Shampoo Carpet. 323/651-1832 Property Management.

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Chairman 2014 Paula Kent Meehan President & Publisher Marcia Wilson Hobbs ****** Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Stephen P. Simmons

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Councilman Willie Brien's attack on The Courier at last week's City Council installation ceremony was completely rude and quite honestly, left me feeling embarrassed for him. Dr. Brien has served the Beverly Hills community admirably for several years, but so has The Courier–in fact, many, many years longer than Dr. Brien has. It's one thing to not agree with the reporting it has done uncovering the inner workings of City Hall, but he should respect the fact that such information has been so vital to keeping residents informed on what is happening in their City. Dr. Brien will be missed in Beverly Hills and I wish him nothing but the best in Texas, but I find it unfortunate that the last image many have of him will be his using the pedestal of his goodbye speech to publicly trash Beverly Hills main source of news. It was done in really poor taste. Bob Tedeschi ****** Thousands of words have been written about this year’s AIPAC Policy Conference in publications across the world. It seems that everyone wanted to weigh in on this gathering of pro-Israel activists. But its real attraction was the appearance of the various presidential hopefuls, and particularly the appearance of real estate mogulturned-Republican firebrand, Donald J. Trump. I sat in the cavernous Verizon Center as the various candidates slugged it out, trying to outdo each other in their pro-Israel pledges and sentiment. Even if you were listening carefully, it would have been difficult to choose between them based purely on what they said. They are all suspicious of Iran, concerned about increased violence in the Middle East, committed to US military support for Israel, critical of Palestinian terrorism and violence and everything else relevant. And, of course, they all declared that the US-Israel relationship would be most safe in their hands. But can we really know what the candidates truly feel and think? In this critical year it is essential for us to know what is really going on in their minds, so that we don’t allow our imagination to determine our opinions, and our actions. We learn this exact lesson as we read Megillat Esther on Purim. We see a king getting rid of his wife, a beautiful woman whose family origins had been the force that propelled him to the throne, on the spurious basis that her refusal to appear at his drunken party would foment rebellion against him across the Persian Empire. It turned out that his commitment to her was fickle, discarded easily when it was expedient. That same king, Achashverosh, was willing to participate in genocide against the Jews, and then, later on, to ensure their survival. On every occasion when he needed to make a major decision, it was expedience that underpinned it, not conviction. The king was not a man of principle; he was a fair-weather friend whose warm words of amity were, as Sam Goldwyn might have put it, not worth the paper they were written on. The Jews of the Persian Empire were not safe even after the Purim story, and after Achashverosh’s untimely death, the Jewish diaspora lobbied his successor to permit the exiled community to return to their homeland, Israel, and rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem. In this week’s Torah portion, we encounter the duties of the High Priest in the Temple. The same man whose elevated position demanded that he preside over the Yom Kippur service was also expected to clean up the ashes from the altar: “He should pick up the ashes where the fire has consumed the burnt-offering on the altar, and put them next to the altar.” The commentaries all

puzzle over this instruction that the High Priest should carry out such a lowly task. Couldn’t one of the ordinary priests have done it? The powerful answer is that the embers on the altar embodied the continuity of Jewish life. If its fire was extinguished, all the sacred functions of the Temple would cease, and the High Priesthood would have been a redundant job. The message of “terumat hadeshen” — the disposal of the ashes, so that the fire wouldn’t die out — was to stress the importance of continuity and consistency. Even the holder of the most elevated position in the land must be cognizant of the fact that no task is too insignificant when continuity and consistency is at stake. For this reason, the highest appointed temple official would carry out the lowly task of ash disposal himself. His office was not about glory; it was about the service of God, and representing the will of God as spiritual leader of the people. As I reflect on my three days in Washington, DC, having witnessed the candidates and leaders revel in the glory and hype of their role in US politics, I must admit that none the pomp and ceremony around them particularly impressed me. Ultimately, what we need to be looking for is their devoted attention to the small details of the US-Israel relationship, as well as their genuine commitment to consistent support for Israel that will transcend electoral needs and political pressures. It is these qualities that are the mark of true leadership and true friendship. Rabbi Pini Dunner ****** Now that much of the dust has settled at El Rodeo School and the cottages are the new condos on campus, things are back to normal and going quite well, actually. Principal Kevin Allen and his fine professional staff of administrators, teachers, maintenance and tech staff, and even crossing guards are first rate. The new technology program is impressive, Casino Night was a mega success thanks to Deena Wachtel and this year's “Fun Run” looks to be even bigger than last year, which raised lots of money due to diligent effort by Erica Friedman. My wife Brigitte and I always remark on how truly lucky we are to have two daughters Sofia, 9 and Olympia 7 enrolled at a top notch “mini university” like El Rodeo. –even with temporary classrooms and a new oversized gate inside the campus. I often say to Brigitte (and other friends) how “what we pay in apartment rent is really a token tuition at the equivalent of a private school.” It's a very modest tuition for two girls compared to schools like: Brentwood, Buckley, and Harvard Westlake all hovering at around $40,000 per kid, for annual tuition plus additional expenses. We pay a fraction of that and the best news of all is they throw in a “free apartment” for us to live in! What a bonus gift, right? All the hub-bub over the construction at El Rodeo is really much ado about nothing in my opinion. This is a wonderful institution of learning with good families, smart kids and wonderful memories being formulated for them at every turn. Now what day is that fresh fruit cart vendor there again? Hal Lifson

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Astrology By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Mar. 25). When torn between practical concerns and adventurous impulses, choose the adventure, so long as it’s a plan that speaks to your heart and not the expectation of another. April brings work you’ll love. A major purchase in May will give you the space you need to create ease in an area of life where you've felt stifled. Scorpio and Leo adore you. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Compassion isn’t a feeling so much as an action. You have no problem showing people care and love through your action, but you sometimes forget to show yourself the same. Don’t just love yourself; demonstrate it. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). Some say the future is created by dreams. Being the earth sign that you are, you can’t help but refute that nature seems to have a substantial hand in it. Your skill today is in melding your vision with nature. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Danger! A perfectly lovely time is vulnerable to getting hijacked by an attention hog. Help the socially needy but don’t indulge them! Save the day by doing something to spread the attention more equitably. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Someone will point out a mistake you made, and you’ll appreciate this for the gift it is. The good thing about accepting your faults as real is that it also helps you embrace the reality of your talents and virtues. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Someone will find your conversation delightful today, and for good reason. For starters, you’re confident enough to punctuate your statements with flashes of silence. More importantly, you’ve a genuine interest in others. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Sometimes, when people are with you, they want to be your best friend. And then time passes and you don’t hear from them. The intention is still in heart, but logistics can be hard to work out. This weekend will work them out for you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Each person in your inner circle of loved ones sees you in a different, but similar way. Someone on the outside will see something very different in you. You'll be surprised and inspired by this point of view. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). When faced with the choice between making them happy and making you happy, choose you. Chances are, they will too once they learn more about you. Right now they just don’t know enough! SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You attach feelings to objects. Whether functional, sentimental or inspirational, there’s definitely a positive vibration jumping off of most of the things around you today. And when that’s not true, you’ll clean house. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Life is forcing you to get more organized and you certainly don’t mind the challenge. In fact, in the end you’ll be glad you had a reason to change some of your methods of management in this regard. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Once again you’re in the mood to be impressed. You may have to change venues in order to find the “wow”" factor you’re looking for, if only because familiarity has blinded you to “wow” in close vicinity. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). The people you know make up a narrow sector of the world. Even though their way of doing things seems common, on the global scale it really isn't. So if you have other ideas, do try them out!

POLICE BLOTTER These assaults, burglaries, robbery, identity and grand thefts have been reported by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers. Losses in brackets. ASSAULTS 03/15 100 N. Clark Dr. Sunset Bl./Benedict Canyon Bl. BURGLARIES 03/14 9600 Wilshire Bl. ($360) 03/16 9900 Durant Dr. ($100) 03/16 9900 Robbins Dr. ($60) 03/17 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($1,500) 03/17 500 N. Maple Dr. ($390) GRAND THEFTS 03/12 300 N. Rodeo Dr.

03/15 900 N. Rexford Dr. ($3,200) 03/15 1100 Summit Dr. ($2,530) 03/16 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($1,440) 03/16 200 S. Beverly Dr. ($4,660) 03/17 9400 Olympic Bl. 03/19 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($575) IDENTITY THEFT 03/19 9700 Wilshire Bl. ($960) ROBBERY 03/18 8400 Wilshire Bl.

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