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Arline, Henry Gluck Make Major Donation Beverly Hills High School Principal Dave Jackson To UCLA Stroke Rescue Program Signs On For One More Year

THIS ISSUE

The first-ever Beverly Hills singalong last week was a smash hit. 5

Local realtor Michael Libow funds a car restoration for the Lost Angels project. 14

BHHS pole vaulter Amanda Block dominated last week at Cerritos College. 15 •Fashion •Birthdays •Letters to the Editor

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George Christy, Page 6 Tokyo’s Matinee Idol, Yukiyoshi Ozawa, Is Welcomed During A Dinner By Friends At La Dolce Vita In Beverly Hills, Now Celebrating Its 50th Anniversary

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

(see ‘GLUCK GIFT’ page 10)

School Board Increases K-3 Class Sizes To Solve District Overstaffing Problem By Matt Lopez Beverly Hills Unified School District K-3 classes will see a slight bump in students per class after the Board of Education on Tuesday approved raising the maximum amount of students per class to 23. The potential for an increase from the previous cap of 20 had caused some unrest among BHUSD parents in recent months, many of whom had come to previous meetings to speak out against the change. The impetus for change was a need to solve overstaffing that was causing financial issues within the district. Currently, BHUSD has 53 K-3 teachers with an enrollment of 1,009 students. The district-wide average is 19.03 students per class. Chief Administrative Officer La

Tanya Kirk-Carter said the district approximates each teacher costs the district around $100,000, including salary and benefits. “Unfortunately, the majority of your money is spent in staffing, and it eats and grows,” Kirk-Carter said. “In the current year we look good, and 2016-17 might be okay, but we are killing ourselves in 1718, 18-19 and 19-20.” Kirk-Carter told The Courier there was no exact ballpark figure on exactly how overstaffed the district is, but raising the cap of students in K-3 classes to 23 will allow the district to make cuts with a belief that it won’t adversely affect the instruction students receive. “By every standard or comparison, 23 students in a class is a small class,” Board Vice (see ‘CLASS SIZE’ page 17)

New Bel-Air Association Makes Changes As Trial Date Looms By Matt Lopez Nearly 200 members of the Bel-Air community exercised their democratic rights in a special election on March 17, voting in a slate of nine new board members in an attempt to change the Bel-Air Association for the better. Now, nearly two weeks later, the only ones upset about the change seem to be the organization’s ousted leadership. Eleven days after the Bel-Air community voted to pass new, transparent bylaws and elect nine new board members made up of residents, the Bel-Air Association’s former president Ron Hudson – who, up until a couple of days ago, still retained access to the BAA website despite his removal –

posted a seemingly-desperate blog post Sunday night, trying to convince community members that the motions passed at the March 17 meeting were invalid. “DON’T BE FOOLED!” Hudson’s headline read in all capital letters, followed by a not-so-easyon-the-eyes blog post mixing oversized fonts, randomly bolded words and red-colored type. Among other things, Hudson claims the meeting was unauthorized and that the BAA members who called the special meeting “would not participate in a fair election,” seemingly ignoring the fact that the March 17 meeting was held within the BAA’s bylaws. Last week, L.A. Superior Court (see ‘BEL-AIR’ page 14)

By Laura Coleman At 65 years old, Beverly Hills High School Principal David Jackson, a veteran administrator and educator, is truly a legend. After serving as the interim principial for Malibu High School for the 2014/15 a c a d e m i c year–lured from seven years of retirement at the behest of that district’s superintendent–Jackson agreed to take the helm at BHHS and once again delay the joy of retirement. Eight months ago, when the Courier first profiled Jackson last August, he was emphatic about staying on the job for only one year. But as of this week, Jackson agreed to once again delay his return to retirement from education and sign on for one more year as the BHHS principal. Said Superintendent Steve Kessler: “I am elated that Principal Jackson has decided to stay on as Principal of BHHS. He has done an amazing job in his first year and I look forward to another successful year. Along with our Board of Education, the students and parents of BHHS have already expressed to me in large numbers how happy they are to see that Principal Jackson will be returning.” Jackson estimated that he now works in excess of 80 hours a week as principal–and he continues to “love” coming to work. His new one-year contract with the district,

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Henry & Arline Gluck

By Courier staff Arline and Henry Gluck are making it possible for UCLA Health to implement a groundbreaking mobile stroke program. Their gift will allow the health system to buy, equip, and staff the first of a fleet of UCLA Arline and Henry Gluck Stroke Rescue mobile stroke units to improve acute stroke care in West L.A. Their donations will also establish the UCLA Arline and Henry Gluck Stroke Rescue Program in the Department of Neurology at the UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine. Stroke is the leading cause of serious disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. When an accute stroke occurs, the window for

Dave Jackson

which the Board of Education approved Tuesday, is for $200,000. His 2014/15 contract is for $170,000. As interim principal at Malibu, he earned $140,000. On the cusp of his appointment to lead Beverly Hills High School for an additional year, Jackson sat down with the Courier for this exclusive interview that follows. The Courier: What have you discovered during this year as Beverly Hills High School principal? Dave Jackson: I think I’ve discovered that everyday is an adventure here. No two days are alike. We have wonderful kids. I’ve fallen in love with our kids. We have a very good teaching staff and a very supportive district office. And I think we just need to tweak some things and move in the future in a positive manner. One thing we’re doing now is we’re tweaking the master schedule. Once that’s done, it should give students the flexibility to explore all the options they want in high (see ‘DAVE JACKSON’ page 17)

S E E I N G T H E LIGHT — Maddie Hasson, Marc Abraham, Tom Hiddleston and Elizabeth Olsen during their premiere of Sony Pictures Classics’ I Saw The Light at The Egyptian Theater. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING DATE: April 14, 2016 TIME: 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard LOCATION: Commission Meeting Room 280A Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at its REGULAR meeting on Thursday, April 14, 2016, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider a request to renew a Development Plan Review Permit and a Conditional Use permit at the property located at 9291 Burton Way (Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ermitage Hotel). Development Plan Review. The applicant is requesting a renewal of an approved Development Plan Review Permit to allow open air dining consisting of 7 tables and 20 chairs on private property facing Burton Way. The applicant has requested renewal of this open air dining area for the same number of tables and chairs and a relocation of the dining area further toward the east near the main hotel entrance facing Burton Way. Conditional Use Permit. There is a previously approved Conditional Use Permit to allow the hotel dining facility to be open to the public. The renewal application includes requests to amend some existing conditions of approval relating to the operation of the hotel restaurant. This project 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 project qualifies for Class 1 Categorical Exemption for minor operational changes associated with a commercial structure, and the project has been determined not to have a significant environmental impact and is exempt from the provisions of CEQA. Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the Commission. According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the Commission's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Andre Sahakian, Associate Planner in the Planning Division at (310) 285-1127, or by email at asahakian@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the project plans and associated application materials are on file in the Community Development Department, and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Sincerely: Andre Sahakian, Associate Planner

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CAREER DAY–Beverly Hills High School Culinary Arts students Kyle Chlavin, Ori Fedida, Kyle Khalili, Annabel Bao and Rubini Korasidis (pictured above) delighted over 100 local business leaders who came to speak at this year’s career day at BHHS with a delicious luncheon prepared entirely by students. The annual event, which gave students the opportunity to attend some 150 sessions, introduced the City’s young minds to a multitude of professional opportunities that await. Courier Photo by Laura Coleman

RUN FREE IN THE SAND–LAdogbeaches is sponsoring an off leash Meet Up at Rosie's dog beach in Long Beach next Saturday, April 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 5000 East Ocean Blvd. The event in Long Beach is part of its efforts to secure an offleash dog beach. The organization now has over 1,500 volunteers collecting petition signatures across the county. For more information, visit: LAdogbeaches.com.

I WANT CANDY – Candy is a 2-year old, 30-pound, Border Collie. She is a sweet young lady who was found with two puppies in Mexico and rescued by the nonprofit, humane pet store ShelterHopePetShop.org. Those interested in adopting Candy may contact Kim Sill at 805-379-3538.

Maxine

Vince

Tawny

Billy

The four pups to the left are available for adoption through Wags and Walks. For more information on each, and to adopt, visit www.wagsandwalks.org/adoptionapplication or e-mail info@wagsandwalks.org

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Virginia Robinson Gardens Celebrates 28th Garden Tour Through Beverly Hills In May By Laura Coleman Beyond the walls of some of Beverly Hills’ grandest estates, lie gardens that will take your breath away with just a glance. Whether you have an incomparable green thumb or just enjoy being outside, the Friends of Robinson Gardens annual Garden Benefit Tour is sure to delight. Inspired by popular Spanish song De Colores, this year’s Garden Tour, which takes place on Saturday May 14, will reflect the passion and allure of fiery Latin culture. Attendees are encouraged to look to Frida Kahlo if they need some help deciding just what to wear. The spectacular day-long event (large, stylish hats are en-

couraged) is intended as a fundraiser for the Friends of Robinson Gardens. The nonprofit was founded in 1982 by local arts leader Joan Selwyn to preserve the 6.5-acre garden and estate, which Virginia Robinson bequeathed to the county upon her death. Since then, this incredible group has worked tirelessly to support the L.A. County of Parks and Recreation in the restoration, preservation, and public programming of the historical property. The day begins with an exclusive tour of several private home gardens, followed by a luncheon at the historic Virginia Robinson Gardens estate, an Iro fashion show, cocktails,

PURIM PARTY–In honor of the Jewish Holiday of Purim, the JEM Community Center last week hosted a Purim party themed "Purim in the Wild West.” The JEM basketball gym was converted into the wild, wild west, with hay, horses, mechanical bull rides, cowboy costumes and themed photo booths with straw stacks and wine barrels. Pictured: Yossi and Haya Illulian with baby Sara’le.

and shopping. Some of L.A.’s top floral and interior designers will transform the gorgeous estate – Beverly’s Hills’ first – into a vision inspired by De Colores, providing a backdrop to a truly special day in Beverly Hills society. Renowned interior designer Suzanne Rheinstein (owner of Hollyhock in West Hollywood) will serve as this year’s grand marshal. Fashion writer Louise Roe, a former editor for Vogue, will receive the Vanguard award. General admission starts at $225. For information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.robinsongardens.o rg/2016-garden-tour.

GIVING BACK–Residents staying at Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women and Children, a program of Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, enjoy a fun day of tacos, music and prizes sponsored by Alleviate Skid Row and The Taco Guys.

Beverly Hills School District Roundup

Graduation Standards The Board of Education at its meeting on Tuesday tabled a discussion that would have altered Beverly Hills High School graduation requirements. The University of California system’s A-G requirements, would have been maintained in the item presented to the board. A-G calls for two years of history/social science, four years of college prep English, three years of college prep math, two years of lab science, two years of a foreign language, one year of visual and performing arts and one year of a college prep elective. Additionally, it would have added a five-credit requirement for completion of the four-year college and career plan and eliminated extra course requirements in math, physical education and foreign language. The total cost for the changes is estimated at $87,000. The board is expected to revisit the item at its next meeting. Superintendent’s House As required in the process

to sell the “Superintendent’s House”, an advisory committee was formed Tuesday to assess the district-owned home at 220 N. Doheny Dr. The four-bedroom, fivebathroom home was purchased for $1.54 million in 2012 for then-Superintendent Gary Woods and his family, who were moving into the city from San Marino. Coldwell Banker realtor Michael Libow told the board at a study session several months ago that he believes the house will sell for just north of $2 million. The District Advisory Committee, which is required by Education Code, includes Woodrow Clark, Josh Friedman, Bradley Gibbons, Colleen Knerr, Don Rosen, Joe Safier and Bob Sternshein. Girl emPOWERment The Board on Tuesday approved hiring Amy Phillips as a consultant, who will bring her “Girl emPOWERment” six-week after school program to BHUSD schools for girls aged 13-to-18. The program is “designed to build self-esteem through the lens of the arts and media”

in a safe, creative environment. “Girls are constantly bombarded by negative images about what it means to be a strong woman,” Phillips said. Phillips was hired at a cost of $1,000 for her six-week program. Construction Contracts Chief Facilities Officer Eitan Aharoni proposed giving Superintendent Steve Kessler more power to sign off on construction agreements at Tuesday’s meeting. Currently, Kessler has authority to sign amendments and construction agreements as long as the value is below $15,000. In order to accelerate the implementation of construction projects, Aharoni requested the board allow Kessler to sign off on contracts up to $45,000 to $50,000. That was one of four suggestions Aharoni offered to streamline the construction process within the district. The Board will receive a formal revised policy addressing those suggestions to either approve or deny at a future meeting. - Matt Lopez

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Earth Day Celebration Returns To Beverly Hills Farmers Market By Matt Lopez Water conservation, earthquake preparedness and solar sourcing are among some of the important items residents can get educated on April 17 when Beverly Hills’ Farmers Market holds its third annual Earth Day celebration. The event, hosted by the City’s Public Works Department, will include a water conservation booth that offers water saving tips, drought tolerant gardening information, rain barrels, information on rebate programs and free water conscious shower timers.

The Farmers Market will also hold a paper shredding event, which will allow visitors to bring confidential documents to be securely disposed of. The quake cottage, a mobile earthquake simulator, will return, along with earthquake kits available at the Beverly Hills Rotary Club’s booth. There will also be pet adoptions, crafts, information on solar sourcing and free gardening compost at the event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, visit: www.beverlyhills.org/earthday.

SING FOR THE MOMENT — Mayor John Mirisch led the Beverly Hills Sing-Along at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Samuel Goldwyn Theater last Thursday with the LA Lawyers Philharmonic. Official song leaders, from left: City Manager Mahdi Aluzri, Vice Mayor Nancy Krasne, City Clerk Byron Pope, Mayor Mirisch with LA Lawyers Phil Founder/Conductor Gary S. Greene and Councilmember Julian Gold. Beverly Hills’ 16 year-old sensation Golda Berkman performed Un Bel Di from the opera Madame Butterfly. The audience sang songs from Guys And Dolls, South Pacific, The Sound Of Music, My Fair Lady, Annie Get Your Gun, The King And I, Anything Goes, Fiddler On The Roof and more.

British Novelist Anne Perry Makes L.A. New Home By Laura Coleman To listen to Anne Perry speak is like finding oneself inside an historical Victorian moment. Her voice, of the refined British sort, governed by her upbringing in London, is a vehicle for both sublime storytelling as well as a flurry of aphorisms on the human condition. “Human nature doesn’t change,” the author recently told The Courier from inside her West Hollywood home. “My intention is to try and make people think.” The British author, who just moved from Scotland to live in Los Angeles, estimated that at last count she had sold 25 million copies of her books. Thus far, she has authored scores of novels, almost entirely historical Victorian mysteries, with descriptive prose that that elaborate highly detailed plotlines. Her process of writing is amazingly methodical. She takes days off on the weekend. She crafts 4,000 to 5,000-word

outlines which she transforms to become 100,000-word novels. And she publishes, precisely, two books and one novella every year. “I have to plan it meticulously or it doesn’t make sense,” she explained. “Every person in your cast has to do whatever they do for a reason.” And then there’s the back story–even if the reader never learns the character’s history, it’s important that she know (and have it written down) precisely who her characters are and what they have done, she explained. “There’s no story if there’s no growth and change in the main character,” she said. “No one wakes up one morning and thinks, ’I’m going to be bad.’ Everybody’s got to be real.” Perry said she sets all her mysteries against the backdrop of a social issue. Her first published work, 1979’s Decater Street Hangman cemented the trajectory of her career. After that story, Per-

SUNRISE BEVERLY HILLS – For the third year running, Sunrise of Beverly Hills is the top fundraising team for Alzheimer's Greater Los Angeles. In recognition for its efforts–the team raised more than $40,000 in 2015–staff from the organization presented the walk team with an award this week. Pictured (from left): Randi Firestone, John Seiber, Jessica Butler, Shannon Howell, and Vladimir Kaplun. Anne Perry

ry said she figured she’d continue to write mysteries largely because she acquired a following for that type of storytelling. “I’d always wanted to write and then I was ready,” she said. Prior to her first published work when she was in her 30’s, Perry held a variety of jobs that had little to do with writing. “There’s always something to say. A new story to tell. Life is exciting,” she said. “You can really only live one life, but if you read widely, you experience a great many lives.”

Runyon Canyon Park To Close For Maintenance Through July By Victoria Talbot Starting today Runyon Canyon, a popular hiking spot for many Beverly Hills residents, will be closed to replace pipes in the water system. The park is expected to reopen on July 31. The closure will provide the Runyon Canyon Water System Improvement Project to upgrade the fire protection system and reduce the incidence of breaks and leakage for the water system affecting the sur-

rounding communities. Workers will be replacing about one mile of 6-inch pipe in the park. “Public safety is the overarching reason to begin immediate work on this critical infrastructure project,” said David Ryu, 4th District Los Angeles City Councilmember. The Yoga Field will remain open, though the hiking trails will be closed. For more information visit www.ladwp.com/runyonca.

Beverly Hills Culinary Week Is Here Monday Through Friday

NEVER AGAIN–Beverly Hills High School teacher Joanie Garratt and her students led more than 100 guests through a VIP preview of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s traveling exhibition, ‘State of Deception: The Power of Nazi Propaganda.’ The exhibit, which will be on display at the Los Angeles Central Library’s Getty Gallery through Aug. 21, draws visitors into a rich multimedia environment that vividly illustrates the insidious allure of Nazi propaganda and challenges visitors to think critically about the messages they receive today. Through its national campaign Never Again: What You Do Matters, led by honorary chair Elie Wiesel, the museum seeks to make critical investments to keep Holocaust memory alive as a relevant, transformative force in the 21st century. Pictured (from left): Eugene Lee, Jake Selikovitz, Estella Rosen, Sophia Zinati, Taylor Rutigliano, Joanie Garratt, Dani Elitzur, Emily Zinati, Kate Leib and Jonah Okum.

By Laura Coleman Starting Monday over 50 Beverly Hills restaurants, hotels, and retail stores will offer culinary experiences and food and beverage specials during Beverly Hills Culinary Week. The five-day event, which runs through Friday, is intended to give folks the opportunity to experience unique culinary experiences and specials that range from wine & spirit tastings and chef tables to prix fixe dinners and discounts on entire menus and bottles of wine. Nespresso, for example,

will celebrate Culinary Week by having Dancing With The Stars season 18 champion Maksim Chmerkovskiy making espresso for guests on Thursday, April 7th from 10 a.m. to noon. In addition to the culinary promotions and treats, diners will have a chance to win a cruise for two to the Dominican Republic courtesy of Fathom Travel. For details on all participants, visit: www.BHCulinaryWeek.com.

GEORGE CHRISTY

George Christy Seiji Ozawa conducting the Toronto Symphony

Japanese matinee idol Yukiyoshi Ozawa with his world-renowned conductor dad Seiji Ozawa during a concert with the Boston Symphony

He flew in from Tokyo

to meet with the industry insiders and for advice from CAA’s Rhys Broussard, the former assistant to the agency’s top banana Bryan Lourd. Tall, trim and handsome, he might be a youngish Toshiro Mifune or a Ken Watanabe.

Pursuing a career in act-

ing, Yukiyoshi Ozawa, a matinee idol in his native Japan, is the son of the internationally revered conductor Seiji Ozawa. Yukiyoshi was welcomed to Beverly Hills by our celebrity hairstylist Yuki Takei, who knows the Who and the Who of his native Japan. They dined at La Dolce Vita on Little Santa Monica in Beverly Hills, a 50-year-old institution celebrating its anniversary this spring.

ukiyoshi didn’t miss out on the luxury shopping, finding a smartly tailored navy blue suit at Dunhill’s that he wore to Yuki’s evening. Wining and dining with him were Michelle Phillips, a glamour girl who was profiled not long ago with a ninepage article in Vanity Fair. Hers is an extraordinary life that goes beyond the Mamas and the Papas, and her smarts are forever.

oining Yuki was producer Jay Kantor, who discovered Marlon Brando. After picking up Marlon at LAX as a newcomer to Hollywood, Jay enlisted him immediately with an agency. In quick time, Marlon’s extraordinary acting

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career took over both screen and stage. Namely such unforgettable roles in tailor-made dramas as Tennessee Williams’ powerful A Streetcar Named Desire. The play, critics claim, established a new theatrical era for contemporary theater.

ukiyoshi arrived with Hayato Mitsuishi, the bright and charming president and director of our local Japanese Film Festival. Hayato informs that the festival is growing with support from the city and the Japanese community that is proud of its historic filmmakers, the likes of Akira Kurosawa.

Howard House informing us during a luncheon interview that loud noises day in and out do lead to hearing damage. Dr. House added there’s no doubt that youngsters playing music at the highest decibels will lose their hearing, and, sadly, it is irreversible.

amed for Federico Fellini’s great film starring Marcello Mastroianni as the world-weary Roman journalist, our La Dolce Vita Ristorante was launched by Frank Sinatra as a West Coast counterpart to the infamous Jilly’s in the theater district of Manhattan run by Jilly Rizzo, a former bouncer and pal of Sinatra’s.

t became the hangout for Sinatra’s Rat Pack that included Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop, who joined him for boozy brawls at midnight and Frank’s favorite spaghetti pomodoro. Rat Pack “mascots” included Angie Dickinson, Marilyn Monroe, Shirley MacLaine, Juliet Prowse.

he guests loved the civilized quiet ambiance of La Dolce Vita, which Joan and John Hotchkis favor. The r e a s o n being, as Joan tells us, “When we ask friends for dinner, we want to able to hear everyone talk, and more restaurants now have e a r- s p l i t ting noises.” Right on, dear Joan. We r e c a l l awardwinning ear specialist Dr. Swoosie Kurtz Kristen Bell

(filmmakers Janus Cerrone and Michael Manheim), famous for its hugely successful redesigns of major properties in the area. They are calling this the Riviera White House.

ery much worth a looksee, if you please, by our high and mighty mega-millionaires. From here. Or wherever.

eal estate news of the moment. The same property: 1982. $4,999,999. Sold. Now selling for $33,000,000.

his is the Pacific Palisades ranch house of Nancy and Ronald Reagan at 1669 San Onofre Dr. with the P r e s i d e n t ’s b e l o v e d panoramic views from Griffith Park to Catalina. The Reagan’s lived there from 1951 to 1981, and the residence has been “spectacularized,” if there is such a word, by J a m a n Properties

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

Celebrity Photo/Scott Downie

Ozawa Archives

An Ozawa family portrait

wned by Alessandro Uzielli since 2003, La Dolce Vita continues serving its historic Italian menu (clams oreganata, scampi fra diavolo, steak Sinatra with peppers). Occasional new additions such as sand daba are added. Alessandro’s the handsome son of New York’s late restaurateur Gianni Uzielli and Anne McDonnell Ford, the Ford Motor Co. heiress. Auto czar Henry Ford being Alessandro’s grandfather.

Melissa McCarthy stars in The Boss, directed by husband Ben Falcone. They attended the Universal Pictures’ premiere of their film at the Regency Village Theatre Kathy Bates

Chris Henchy

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TO SEE AND BE SEEN

THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS R.E.S.T.O.R.E.–The Gipsy Kings performed and NBA legend John Salley (pictured, left) hosted a birthday fundraiser for Beverly Hills plastic, reconstructive and micro-neurovascular surgeon Dr. Michael K. Obeng (pictured with his wife, Veronica) at the Mark B. Barron estate in Bel-Air. Attended by over 400, the event raised $100,000+ for Obeng’s charity R.E.S.T.O.R.E. (Restoring Emotional Stability Through Outstanding Reconstructive Efforts), which helps restore children and adults with disfiguring deformities from birth, accidents, conflict or diseases.

ART AUCTION– Sotheby's Chairman, Americas, Andrea Fiuczynski, and Sotheby's Vice Chairman, Americas, Benjamin Doller, attend a private preview and reception at Sotheby’s new Century City location. The evening showcased highlights from the auction house’s upcoming Spring art and jewelry auctions including Pablo Picasso's Buste de femme (pictured), which is estimated to sell for $3.5-$5 million. SAVING TURTLES– Kate Walsh, Josh Duhamel and Angela Kinsey attend the partnership celebration between TOMS and Oceana to help save the sea turtles on Au Fudge in West Hollywood. The limited edition line of footwear helps raise awareness for the ecological importance of sea turtles in addition to donating a portion of sales to the cause. Photo by Randy Shropshire/Getty Images

DRESSING FOR COACHELLA– Drawing inspiration from exotic paradises and geared for the Coachella Festival-bound set, Hale Bob showcased 36 new looks at the Pacific Design Center for Fashion Week.

FOOD FAIRE–Orly Tal, Malcolm Mitchell, Chef Dudi Asraf, Sigal Mevorach, Davis Alexander, and Chef Shaul Ben Aderet dazzle attendees at the Taste of Israel Food and Wine Festival held at The Majestic. The festival benefitted American Friends of Meir Panim, a nonprofit that provides services to the impoverished and hungry in Israel.

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HOW DO YOU FEEL? GLUCK GIFT

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intevention is extremely brief. UCLA research has shown that in an ischemic stroke—caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain—2-million nerve cells are lost for every minute of interrupted blood flow. A quick response is crucial to ensure the right treatment is utilized to restore blood flow. But, a CT scan of the brain is necessary to determine whether the patient is suffering an ischemic stroke, in which case appropriate treatment is a clot-busting drug or clot-retrieval device. Mobile stroke units—special ambulances equipped with a portable CT scanner and a clot-busting drug—are a vital approach to stroke intervention. With the mobile CT unit, brain imaging at the first point of contact means that treatments to restore blood flow to the brain can be started before the patient reaches the hospital, lowering the risk of irreversible brain injury. “The UCLA Arline and Henry Gluck Stroke Rescue mobile vehicles will play an important role in enabling us to provide state-of-the-art care for stroke victims in L.A. I believe that the success of this approach and this high level of care will eventually be expanded to other Western states,” said Dr. John Mazziotta, vice chancellor of UCLA Health Sciences and CEO of UCLA Health. According to Dr. Jeffrey Saver, director of the UCLA Stroke Center, the concept of a mobile stroke unit was pioneered in Germany. With this gift from the Glucks, UCLA will launch mobile stroke care in the Western United States. The Arline and Henry Gluck Stroke

Rescue mobile stroke unit will leverage the efforts of 25 faculty members in the UCLA Stroke Center, representing diagnostic radiology, emergency medicine, neurology, neurosurgery and vascular surgery, all of whom provide care for stroke patients. “The mobile unit will dramatically improve the treatment of stroke patients and will become a national role model for stroke care,” said Saver. The UCLA Arline and Henry Gluck Stroke Rescue mobile units, which are scheduled to be inaugurated this fall, will respond to 911 calls for acute stroke and aid in hospital transfers. Measurable clinical benefits include the delivery of drugs to patients faster than with hospital-based treatment and identification of patients who need to be transported directly to a comprehensive stroke center, such as UCLA, for advanced stroke care. The UCLA Arline and Henry Gluck Stroke Program will enable clinical studies and research into new treatments and approaches to acute stroke, including the testing of new clotbusting drug combinations, brain-protective drugs that allow neurons to tolerate reduced blood flow, and new drugs to treat hemorrhagic strokes. In addition, the mobile vehicle will be taken to health fairs and festivals where Saver’s team will educate the community about stroke and prevention. “It is an honor and a privilege to partner with UCLA Health and be a part of pioneering stroke care in Los Angeles,” said Gluck, who serves as chair of the UCLA Health System board. “The philanthropy of the Glucks is an investment in the health of the people of Los Angeles,” said Mazziotta.

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H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S

Avi Lerner To Receive Aviva Family & Children’s Services’ Corporate Responsibility Award Aviva Family and Children’s Services (Aviva), a leading social services agency, will honor Nu Image, Inc. and Millennium Films Chairman/Founder Avi Lerner with Aviva’s 2016 Corporate Responsibility Award at its annual gala celebration— The A Gala. The event, which supports Aviva’s therapeutic services and guidance to a diverse group of at-risk children and families in L.A. County, will begin with a 6 p.m. cocktail reception, Saturday, April 16 at The Beverly Hills Hotel. According to Aviva president/CEO Regina Bette, Lerner is a strong supporter of Aviva’s mission; he is an advocate for children with special needs, cancer research and issues concerning the people of Israel. “The annual A Gala is an opportunity for us to acknowledge members of the Aviva family who make a difference in the lives of children and families with their resources, time and support. Lerner has enhanced Aviva’s ability to serve those in our community and around the world who deserve a path to a healthier future,” Bette said Born and raised in Haifa, Israel, Lerner began his career as manager of an Israeli’s drive-in

Avi Lerner

cinema. Selling his Israeli companies, Lerner moved to Johannesburg, South Africa, where he founded the Nu Metro Entertainment Group. Lerner eventually sold Nu Metro to work for MGM/United Artists, and, in 1992, moved to L.A. to open Nu Image, Inc., which focused on production and distribution for the home entertainment market. In 1996, he launched Millennium Films. Under the company’s label, Lerner has produced such films as the Expendables 1, 2 and 3; Rambo IV, Righteous Kill, Brooklyn’s Finest, The Mechanic, Olympus

Has Fallen, its sequel London Has Fallen, and the soon to be released Mechanic: Resurrection. Proceeds from the gala will beneffit Aviva programs and services including Wraparound, a dedicated team that partners with the child and family to preserve the family’s unity; a licensed foster and adoption agency; as well as Residential Treatment Services, which offers a 24-hour, therapeutic residential treatment center for abused and neglected teenage girls. “Funds raised at this highly popular annual event are critically important at a time when agencies like Aviva need to step up our work to address new challenges, including the needs of LGBTQ youth, support for commercially sexually exploited youth, and access for Latino children to mental health services provided by bilingual, bicultural staff,” Bette explained. Following the 7 p.m. dinner, guests will enjoy a performance by Grammy-winning singersongwriter Judith Hill. Gala co-chairs are Laura Alpert, Leslie Kavanaugh and Susan Rothenberg. Tickets and sponsor packages are available at impact.avivacenter.org/agala or by calling 323-904-4400.

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles To Initiate Clinical Trial For Children With Treatment-Resistant Leukemia The Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases (CCCBD) at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is one of the first sites in the world to offer a promising new investigational therapy to treat pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The most common cancer diagnosed in children, ALL accounts for 25 percent of pediatric malignancy. Although the

cure rate is high for pediatric ALL, the disease remains a leading cause of cancer related mortality in children. This new trial was initiated in conjunction with Santa Monica-based biopharmaceutical company Kite Pharma, Inc. The study, referred to as ZUMA 4 (NCT02625480), tests a novel therapy called KTE-C19, which uses a patient’s own T cells to target the antigen CD19, a pro-

tein expressed on the cell surface in most cases of childhood ALL. Alan S. Wayne, MD, director of the CCCBD, is the lead principal investigator for this clinical trial that is now open to patients with ALL whose disease is resistant to, or has relapsed following, standard chemotherapy or stem-cell transplant. “This approach has ushered in a whole new era of cancer immunotherapy,” says Wayne, who is also associate director for Pediatric Oncology at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Professor of Pedi-atrics at USC’s Keck School of Medicine. In this trial, T cells—a primary type of immune cell—are genetically engineered to recognize the CD19 protein on the surface of leukemia cells. In this approach, the patient’s own T cells are collected and modified in the laboratory to express what is called a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR). The T cells expressing the CAR are then returned to the patient where they can attack and eliminate leukemia cells. The new study is part of the CCCBD’s growing Cellular Therapeutics Program. For more information about the ZUMA-4 clinical study, visit www.clinicaltrials.gov.

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Maria (Deanna Dunagan) talks to David (Seamus Mulcahy) in The Revisionist. Photo by Kevin Parry for The Wallis

Jesse Eisenberg’s Play The Revisionist Opens Tonight At The Wallis

In its West Coast debut, The Revisionist, actor/writer Jesse Eisenberg’s second play, opens tonight in The Wallis’ Lovelace Studio Theater for a run through Sunday, April 17. An exploration of the complexities of family, the play follows young author David (Seamus Mulcahy), who trying to overcome crippling writer’s block and stinging from bad reviews of his latest scifi novel, travels to Poland to visit his elderly second cousin Maria (Deanna Dunagan), who welcomes him with an overwhelming, obsessive need to connect to her American relatives. As their relationship develops, she reveals details about her post-war past and the secrets that kept her alive during the Holocaust. Dunagan, who created and won a Tony for the role of Violet Weston in August: Osage County (and played the part in New York, London and Australia) said in an interview, “As I told Jesse, the

play is tragic and moving and it has valuable insight for us as human beings—and it’s funny.“ For award-winning film and theater director Robin Larsen, “the play is about the fragility and tenuousness of human connection. The two main characters find themselves alone in the world for their own reasons. So many of us, have these feeblings, and it’s fair to say that David finds himself in an existential crisis—and when I told that to Jesse, he thought it sounded right.” The play had its world premiere at the Cherry Lane Theatre in New York with Eisenberg and Vanessa Redgrave. “Robin is doing a totally different version with a different vision,“ says Dunagan. Tickets for the 8 p.m. performances range from $40-$55 and are available online at TheWallis.org, by phone at 310746-4000 or the box office, 9890 N. Santa Monica Blvd. Read more at www.bhcourier.com

Beverly Hills’ Marc Summers To Debut OneMan ‘Life And Slimes’ Show

The Life And Slimes Of Marc Summers, a new theatrical presentation starring TV personality and Beverly Hills resident Summers, will debut today at the Bloomington Playwrights Project in Bloomington, Ind., with hopes of continuing on to off-Broadway. The show was written by Alex Brightman, currently starring on Broadway in the School Of Rock. Summers has hosted, or co-hosted, more than 25 TV series, having appeared on ABC, CBS and Fox, and as host of the popular children’s TV series Double

Dare. He has also served as the host of Food Network’s longrunning Unwrapped. “I began as a professional magician and stand-up comic and appearing on-stage before a live audience has always been what I’ve enjoyed doing the most,” said SumMarc Summers mers.

Local’s Booth Returns to Book Fair, Features Author Expert On The Mob Author Bill Friedman and his book 30 Illegal Years To The Strip will be featured at resident Irwin Zucker’s Book Publicists of Southern California booth at the USC Festival of Books, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, April 9 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, April 10 on the USC campus. Longtime Crescent Drive resident Zucker founded the publicists’ organization 40 years ago. Friedman will be at booth 913 both days of the festival discussing his immaculately researched book on Las Vegas and the mob. “We’re gambling on him to be a good drawing card,” says Zucker. Friedman devotes much of the book to 14-year Beverly Hills resident Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel, one of the seven mobsters he calls “The Young Turks” who built Las Vegas. His home, according to Friedman,

had a trap door in the ceiling so he could hide in the attic and he had two pistols stashed in a safe behind a sliding panel. Seigel, Friedman writes, attended “all the movie premieres” and became the #1 dinner guest for top Hollywood producers, businessmen and stars—Jean Harlow was godmother to one of his two daughters—to the point where the governor had to appoint a special commission urging leaders of industry to “do the morally right thing and stem the flow of gangsters” Friedman also works to dispel myths, he says, that have grown up around Siegel. “He wasn’t as tough as people think; and didn’t commit all the crimes attributed to him,” says Friedman, who reports Siegel had only a handful of nonviolent misdemeanors, Not successful at gambling, his most profitable business was importing scotch.

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Judge Mitchell Beckloff denied a request for a Temporary Restraining Order from Hudson and the BAA’s former leadership, which allows the newlyelected BAA leadership to remain in power until a followup hearing on April 28. Despite the legal vote, and the ruling from the judge, Hudson has continued to portray himself as the BAA’s president, signing Sunday’s blog post as “president of the Bel-Air Association.” Judge Beckloff’s ruling read: “The court, having reviewed the moving papers, evidence, and declarations of Ronald Hudson, Bruce Kuyper, and Phil Woog, as well as the opposition papers and evidence (including the declarations of Dan Love and Eric M. George), and the papers and files in this action, and good cause existing therefore, DENIED the application for a temporary restraining order in its entirety.” This week, the new board took over ownership of the website, debuting a re-de-

signed site with a welcome letter that pledged openness, transparency and defending homeowners from illegal construction and development. The letter read, in part: “We are particularly proud of the openness built into the new bylaws. From now on, the Association will post its annual financial statements on-line, it will post its yearly tax returns and federal form 990 on-line, it will make its Director meeting minutes available to its members, it will survey its members and open meetings up to the community, and it will operate in a transparent manner. Its Board of Directors will be active individuals in the community and will be openly disclosed.” “We pledge to act in the interests of the homeowners of our community, and we will always be frank and open as to our policies and initiatives. We believe that a revitalized Association will bring much needed openness and aggressive advocacy of the community interests.” continued the letter, signed by Hobbs and Love. M E S H K AT Y M O V E S UP–Coldwell Banker Beverly Hills North Loren Judd congratulates colleague Yar Meshkaty on his appointment to the position of office associate manager. Meshkaty, 26year real estate veteran, is a civic leader and can be reached via phone at 310777-6268.

LOST ANGELS – Inspired by a story on a local Fox morning news show, Beverly Hills realtor Michael Libow will wholly fund the restoration of this year’s classic car for the Los Angels Children’s Project, headed by Aaron Valencia. The project restores a classic car, this year it’s a 1951 Cadillac Coupe De Ville, and raffles it off, with all proceeds going toward the charity, whose motto is “building futures by building cars.” Valencia’s program provides a safe haven for at-risk youth at his Lancaster location. Libow said he felt a connection to the project both because of his generosity to local schools and children’s programs, and also because his father taught him car mechanics at a young age. Pictured: Valencia and Libow.

Koretz Goes Public With Opposition To Angelo View Drive Home After The Courier’s Article By Victoria Talbot Following the publication of an article in last Friday’s Courier that detailed what could become the biggest home ever built in Los Angeles if it is allowed to go through planning, L.A. 5th District Councilman Paul Koretz issued the following letter: Dear Friends, After reviewing the project at 10101 Angelo View Drive, I will not be supporting the project. I am also urging the Building & Safety Commission to deny haul route permits for this program at its April 5th public hearing. In addition, I am requesting that the applicant withdraw his project as proposed. I remain committed to restricting out-ofscale development, protecting our hillsides, and saving wildlife corridors. I believe in a fair and open process, and appreciate all of the information and input that I have received from concerned constituents and community organizations. Thank you for your valuable input and participation in the process. Sincerely, Paul Koretz Plans show the house proposed at about 139,062 square feet. Applicant Michael Scott, a trailer park magnate, known for throwing lavish parties, wants a heliport, three swimming pools, an aviary, athletic facility with locker rooms, a sand volleyball court, tennis and paddle tennis pavilions, and an entertainment deck for 550 people. At a public hearing last week, dozens testified before the Los Angeles Board of Building and Safety Commissioners in opposition to a draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and proposed haul routes to export 51,050 cubic yards of soil. The applicant’s hydrology expert stated that the project would consume 600,000 gallons of water per day, though the actual amount is less. Because of the size of the project, Koretz originally asked the applicant to create an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), saying that the

project was “not truly a single family home… The scale and scope of the project is more in line with a commercial development.” But the applicant’s attorneys refused, producing a draft MND that neighbors said was incomplete and inaccurate. The MND was based on a project that was 29.6 feet high, or two stories, and 82,000 square feet. Plans for the project, submitted after the MND was completed, are for an 85-foot high structure that appears to be four stories high. Scott plans to hold parties for at least 1,000 people in this quiet neighborhood just outside Beverly Hills in the Benedict Canyon Beverly Hills Post Office area, according to sources. Following Koretz' announcement, the group Save Our Hillsides sent out the following letter to constituents: Dear Neighbors, It is with great excitement that we send you this email. Just a short time ago we received a letter from Councilmember Paul Koretz (see attached). In the letter, Councilmember Koretz says that he will not support Michael Scott’s giga-mansion. Further, Councilmember Koretz says that he opposes the project's haul route. Lastly, he asks Michael Scott to go back to the drawing board and to withdraw his application for the project. This is a huge victory for our community and a major blow to Michael Scott’s proposed 139,000 sf entertainment complex, which will devastate our community with its construction impacts and strangle us with traffic as hundreds of partiers go to and from the site at all hours of the day and night. Thank you Councilmember Paul Koretz for standing with our community! The letter went on to warn residents that the “fight is far from over,” and asked opponents to attend the Building and Safety Commission hearing on April 5. The special hearing to consider the draft MND and the proposed haul routes is at 9:30 a.m. at 201 N. Figueroa St., Room 900 - Los Angeles, CA 90012.

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Amanda Block goes for a 12-0 in the pole vault last weekend at Cerritos College. Photo by Simon Langer

Amanda Block Clears 12-0 For Beverly Hills High Track Team At Cerritos By Matt Lopez Amanda Block won the pole vault with a leap of 12-0, tying her school record of 12-0, last weekend at the Cal Relays at Cerritos College. Block is currently ranked second in CIF Southern Section Division 3, seventh in the CIF Southern Section as a whole, and 10th in California. She maintains a No. 45 ranking in the United States - finishing in the top 50 by season’s end would make her an All American. The boys varsity relay team of Shimon Dubner, Jason Cohen, Mohammed Abikenari and Jonathan Cohen won their race, and posted BHHS’ second fastest boys time ever for the Cal Relays.

Next up for BHHS is Friday and Saturday’s UCLA Legends Meet at UCLA. Action begins at noon Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday. Next Thursday, BHHS hosts a dual meet against Hawthorne at 2:45 p.m. Softball The BHHS varsity softball team is on a roll, having won four of its last five games after an 8-1 win over Environmental Charter on Tuesday. BHHS only loss in the last five games came on March 18 against Hawthorne, but the Normans (7-2) did defeat Marymount 5-1 on March 17. Lena Shapiro had two RBIs in the win and Emma Carruth drove in one run.

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Alina Bolshakova and Jones Welsh in The SuperHero and his Charming Wife. Daryl Jim Photography

The SuperHero and his Charming Wife, a hero story dramatized in the world of the graphic novel, will be presented by Not Man Apart—Physical Theater Company, Friday, April 15-Sunday, May 15, at the Highways Performance Space at the 18th Street Arts Center, 1651 St., Santa Monica. Inspired by archetype and dreams, the play, with action, music and humor, is an original story of a career superhero whose marriage collapses when his wife develops the surprising ability to transform into other women. Performances will be at 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday

with 3:30 p.m. Sunday matinees May 8 and 15. Tickets are $30 ($20 students/seniors) and available by calling 310-315-1459. • • • • • Actress and web entrepreneur Felicia Day will discuss and sign copies of her new book You’re Never Too Weird On The Internet at 8 p.m., Tuesday, April 18 at The Bootleg Theater, 2220 Beverly Blvd., L.A. As an actress, Day has appeared on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Supernatural. As an online entertainment pioneer, Day wrote, produced, and starred in The Guild (20072012), the first web series released on Netflix. In Day’s memoir, she discusses her unusual upbringing, her rise to internet stardom, and embracing her “weirdness” to become a leading creator in new media. Tickets range from $40-$20 and are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ an-evening-with-felicia-day-tickets-22361066552. • • • • • Campfire Stories, Rachel Burcham’s new play following four women through four pivotal chapters in the friendship, beginning on the final night of summer camp, is having its world premiere, through Saturday April 16, presented by Studio C Artists at 6448 Santa Monica Blvd. Performances will be at 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets for the 60-minute show are $25. Reservations may be made at campfirestoriesla.eventbrite.com. • • • • • Evelina Fernandez’s update of the ancient Roman comedy, Plautus’ Pot Of Gold, sets the action for La Olla in a Mexican night club in Los Angeles in the 1950s. The new comedy with songs (performed in English (with a few Spanish words) is having its world premiere at the Los Angeles Theatre Center, 514 S. Spring St., through Sunday, April 24. Fernandez is resident playwright of The Latino Theater Company (producer of the show) and in her treatment, the night club’s guardian spirit intends for a four-pound pot of gold to beneﬁt young Phaedria, a conscientious and good-hearted woman. But the pot falls into the hands of her father Euclio, a clown and bit player in the club’s ﬂoor show. He immediately becomes consumed by greed and attendant paranoia, not to mention an obsession to become the show’s star. Performances will be 8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets, $36-$4, are available at www.thelatc.org or by calling 866-811-4111. The weekly update of local and SoCal events.

CAREER DAY –Making the Beverly Hills Women’s Club’s recent College Track Career Day a success, were, front (from left): Katrina Schenfield, Estee Bienstock, Sherry Kia, Marlene Kreedman, Giti Sadeghi, B.J. Miller and Dr. Gail Jackson. Back (from left) are: Jackie Fabe, Ronni Bergman, Tricia Nelson, Cariline Davis Dyer and Donna Jett. Photo by Maxine Picard

Career Day At Women’s Club Helps Girls Put College In Their Futures The Beverly Hills Women’s Club’s (BHWC) Philanthropy Council hosted 43 female highschool students from Boyle Heights and Watts for its ﬁrst ever College Track Career Day last month. College Track, co-founded by Laurene Powell Jobs (Steve Jobs’ wife), helps underserved students in grades 9-12 get into college and provides ongoing support for their college careers (“because getting in is only the battle”). Participants, usually the ﬁrst in their families to have the chance to attend college, arrived by bus in the morning and enjoyed a day of inspiration and motivation listing to the experiences of BHWC members representing various college degrees and careers. Panelists were BHWC members: Tiffany Clinton, B.J. Miller, Estee Bienstock, Dr. Gail

Jackson, Giti Sadeghi, Sherry Kia, Marlene Kreedman and Katrina Schenﬁeld. Member volunteers for the day were: Cariline Davis-Dyer, Ronni Bergman, Jackie Fabe, Roberta White, Ashley Leuf, Clare Rose, Donna Jett, Susan Genter, Elizabeth Mason and Leanna McAnulty. College Track Career Day founder club member, Tricia Nelson, said: “These girls were excited to learn from the reallife experiences of professional women who talked about attending college, developing careers, and how they have negotiated issues like stress, gender and race bias and achieving work/life balance.” Following the two panels, students and panelists had a chance for more interaction at a lunch catered by Joss Cuisine, compliments of owner and club member Beulah Ku.

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school. Our CTE (Career Technical Education) program is flourishing, growing. TV production, culinary, robotics, sports marketing, entrepreneurship, audio, photo, advanced photo, architecture, ceramics, studio art, regular art, graphic design, drawing and painting, choir for boys and girls, drama, theatre, and a tremendous band and orchestra. There are so many opportunities for kids, including our AP computer science, coding class, journalism; yearbook just won the biggest prize in the state. Our DECA kids are going to nationals; these kids are so fantastic. Speech and debate is doing great. Our science olympiad did great; our Model UN was a spectacular success. The Courier: What would you say are the hallmarks of this school? Jackson: The history. We are a flagship school of the State of California. Everybody wants to do what Beverly Hills does, since we’ve been so successful in the past, and we’re trying to continue that now. We have tremendous alumni. And we have many of our kids whose parents went to school here, so the community loves what they have and they stick around, and that’s difficult in a place where it’s hard to buy a house. The Courier: When you started here, you envisioned this as one-year situation. What precipitated the idea that it would go longer? Jackson: The superintendent asked me; and the goals that we have set, I’m not sure will get accomplished in one year and I hate to leave something in the middle. Plus I have a character flaw, in that I don’t do mediocre. I’d like to see some of the things be carried through, and see if we are able to improve and accomplish certain things we haven’t in the past: to Increase our testing scores, have happy kids, to have kids feel empowered, part of the process, and to let the teaching staff also have input on what we do. The Courier: How has your vision shifted since you’ve been here? Jackson: I think what I’m trying to do is just evaluate what we have, in which areas we can still improvement. I think you can always see improvement in instruction. We’re looking at new teacher techniques and integrating our technology. We’re going to have 400 more computers this year than we had last year. The Courier: What do you see as major achievements? Jackson : I don’t think I’ve accomplished anything personally. One of the major things is students have a larger say in what’s going on. I’ve been in every classroom talking to kids. I meet with ASB regularly to get their ideas and see what they want to do. And I bounce ideas off them. For the SBAC testing we came up with a plan to be an incentive for the kids to take it seriously–the incentive was to walk across graduation if

OPENING NIGHT–Geffen Playhouse celebrated the opening night for its production Sex With Strangers starring Stephen Louis Grush (left) and Rebecca Pidgeon. Written by Laura Eason and directed by Kimberly Senior, the play runs through April 10 at the Geffen’s Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater. Visit: www.geffenplayhouse.com. Photo by Rachel Murray

you did proficient or better; and if you didn’t do proficient or better, you still get a diploma, but you just don’t get to participate in ceremony. But then I went to ASB, and they came up with a much better plan and so we scrapped that plan because the kids came up with a better plan. Their plan is that as seniors, with parent permission, they can get a lunch pass. If they want that, they just need to give it their best shot. Our kids are bright enough that if they take the test seriously and apply themselves, our test scores should go up. The Courier: The high school has been overstaffed for about six years now and this is the first year during that time that anyone has taken a hard look at what needed to be done. What was that process like? Jackson: That’s a very difficult process because when you’re dealing with numbers of kids and equate it to number of teachers, you have to remember that teachers aren’t numbers, they are human beings. They have mortgages, children, so it’s difficult to make those decisions because you can’t base them just on numbers. So the district came up with a way to [incentivize] retirement. Under Steve Kessler’s leadership, with Jen Tedford (chief academic officer) and Yolanda Mendoza (chief human resources officer), and our four K-8 principals, we’ve looked at it more realistically. We’re not going to be overstaffed this year, which makes it more difficult in putting a master schedule together, but I don’t think it will be disadvantage to the kids because we’re still offering a lot of things. The Courier: Best case scenario, what do you see two graduations from now? Jackson: I hope that each year we progress and fine tune things so it’s better for our teaching staff and students. Two graduations from now, we’ll be reopening one side of the building and closing the other side of the building. If you look at our cottages out there, I think they sent us the wrong ones, these are really nicer than the pictures I saw. So we’re having them cemented in right away. Over the next few years, there’s going to be a transition as we upgrade this 1929 building to state-of-the-art. The Courier: Who do you think would be a good type of principal following you? Jackson: I think it needs to be somebody who already has principal experience who’s not trying to trying to be political, and do what’s right. I don’t have to worry about my job, because I work at the pleasure of the board, and anytime the board says to me I don’t want you anymore, you’d probably get a standing ovation from my wife and my kids. So, I do think whoever follows me has to understand our population, has to be compassionate, has to not see black and white, but has to see some grey, and they need to be a sitting principal with experience. This is not a place you can learn on the job.

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President Mel Spitz said, noting that BHUSD’s smaller class sizes haven’t produced well in academic achievement. “This will allow us to not only balance our budget, but to come up with an annual surplus.” Kirk-Carter said that according to the district’s collective bargained contract with the teacher’s association, the district technically could allow up to 29 students in a class if it so desired. “The board is still doing less than it has to statutorily,” Kirk-Carter said. “The contract language says you can do 29-to-1, and I think it’s important for the community to know that we are doing less than that even though we can.” The increase was approved by a 4to-1 vote, with boardmember Lisa Korbatov dissenting. Korbatov said she could not support the increase without seeing more specialized programs for students with issues in literacy and oth-

Page 17 | April 1, 2016 er areas. Korbatov said she wanted to see the district broach the idea of closing down “one or two of the middle schools, where there’s seven or 10 kids in a class, it’s not necessarily a vibrant environment for middle school. I’d sooner close a middle school than raise a class size.” Boardmember Isabel Hacker agreed that in lieu of class sizes expanding, the district needed to look into adding more specialized instruction, tutors and librarians. Superintendent Steve Kessler and boardmember Noah Margo, both former elementary school teachers, supported the change and said it wouldn’t negatively impact class instruction. Kessler told The Courier Thursday that at this point, it was too premature to say how many cuts the district would look into making, or what kind of dollar value in savings that could represent for the district.

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Alizia Gur Schrager

Alec Baldwin

Tom Levyn

Beverly Cohen Debbie Reynolds Richard Stone

Eddie Murphy

Jennie Garth

Elliott Fineman

Lisa Detanna

Joan Leopold

Grace Robbins Tamara Henry

BIRTHDAYS—Arleen Grace, Alizia Gur Schrager, Ali McGraw, Annette O’Toole, Jane Powell and Debbie Reynolds (Apr. 1); Beverly Cohen, Emmylou Harris, Chloe Hobbs, and Tom Levyn (Apr. 2); Wayne Newton, Doris Day, Jennie Garth, Richard Stone, Elliott Feinman, Alec Baldwin, Eddie Murphy, David Hyde Pierce, and Tony Orlando (April 3); Robert Downey Jr., Ruth Grahm, Cloris Leachman, Craig T. Nelson (Apr. 4); Roger Corman, Max Gail, and Christine Lahti (Apr. 5); Merle Haggard, Marilu Henner, Ari Meyers, Tamara Henry and Billy Dee Williams (Apr. 6); Gov. Jerry Brown, Grace Robbins, Francis Ford Coppola, Lisa Detanna, Janis Ian, and Cloris Leachman Joan Oates; (Apr. 7); belatedly Joan Leopold Brown (Mar. 30).

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IMPACT AWARDS–At The Independent School Alliance for Minority Affairs gala in The Beverly Hilton were (above) Impact Award honorees Jeffrey and Maria Harleston, Joshua Hamilton, ISA Executive Director Keishia Gu, and honoree Baron Davis; (left photo): event chairs Ben Nazarian, Nina Shaw and Brian Laibow. Photos by Vince Bucci

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The Independent School Alliance for Minority Affairs honored outstanding members of the L.A. community at its annual “Impact Awards” gala in The Beverly Hilton. NBA veteran Baron Davis; attorney Joshua G. Hamilton of Paul Hastings LLP; Jeffrey Harleston, general counsel/executive VP of Universal Music Group; and Maria Harleston, CPA, were honored. Serving as event chairs were Brian Laibow, Benjamin Nazarian, and Nina Shaw. Students from UCLA’s United Voices vocal group ushered the more than 500 guests in to the ballroom, where evening’s emcee Shondrella Avery served as emcee and singer/songwriter Taylor Dayne provided the musical entertainment...Executive Director Keishia Gu said: “Our mission is to do everything we can to assure the brightest possible future for the children by giving them the best possible education.” Established in 1985, The Independent School Alliance is an organization of 54 private, independent elementary and secondary schools that endeavor to increase their diversity. During the last 14 years, alliance students have received about $70 million in financial aid from member schools. ****** Carolyn Rafaelian, founder/CEO/CCO of the accessories’ brand Alex and Ani, will be honored with the “Medal of Hope Award” at the 23rd annual Race to Erase MS gala, hosted by Nancy Davis, on April 15 at The Beverly Hilton. The evening include live musical performances by KISS and Jordan Smith. Through the Cupcake Bangle, which Alex and Ani created exclusively for Race to Erase MS four years ago, 20-percent of the purchase price is directly donated to the organization with more than $905,000 being raised to help fund and further the mission. To date, the legendary, celebrity-filled gala has raised $36 million for Race to Erase MS and its Center Without Walls program, dedicated to treating and ultimately the cure for MS. Tickets start at $1,000. Contact info@erasems.org or 310-4404842.

HAPPY 92ND—Legendary singer, actress and former longtime resident Doris Day (pictured at her 90th birthday party in Carmel) turns 92 on Sunday. Day lived on Crescent Drive for close to 50 years; and according to Pierre Patrick (left) “was known in town as the Ofﬁcial Beverly Hills Dog Catcher.” Day remains the #1 female box ofﬁce champ. A Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner, she had 77 charted hits, 21 of which hit the top 10, and seven that reached #1—plus several #1 albums. Patrick’s book (with Garry McGee), The Doris Day Companion—A Beautiful Day, has been updated and recently re-released.

Radio Psychologist Dr. Toni Grant Dies At 74

Clinical psychologist and pioneer talk radio host Dr. Toni Grant, 74, died last Saturday at Sunrise Senior Living. The longtime Beverly Hills resident was born in New York in 1942. She received her BA degree from Vassar and both MA and Ph.D. degrees from Syracuse University. After moving to California, she began appearing on various radio shows as a guest expert on psychology. Her popularity on such advice giving led to getting her own show on KABC in 1975 which was syndicated nationwide on the ABC and Mutual networks. After an 18-year radio career, she retired but continued ro write and lecture. Dr. Grant is survived by her husband John M. Bell and two daughters, Kimberly and Courtney, from a previous marriage, to Dr. Neil Holland.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

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 SAV-

INGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. A.P.N.: 5808-016-015 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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: $ 1,822,351.03. 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

deed of trust on this property. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagemen t/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530 ____________________ Trustee Sale Assistant

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid WESTERN PROGRESmay be less than the total SIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTdebt ING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING NOTICE TO PROPERTY TO COLLECT A DEBT. OWNER: The sale date ANY INFORMATION shown on this notice of OBTAINED MAY BE sale may be postponed USED FOR THAT PURone or more times by the POSE. mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pur- Published: 03/18/16, suant to Section 2924g of 03/25/16, 04/01/16 –––––– the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee Trustee Sale No. : sale postponements be 00000005448048 Title made available to you Order No.: 150208317 No.: and to the public, as a FHA/VA/PMI courtesy to those not 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 OF present at the sale. If you NOTICE SALE wish to learn whether TRUSTEE'S your sale date has been YOU ARE IN DEFAULT postponed, and, if appli- UNDER A DEED OF DATED cable, the rescheduled TRUST, time and date for the sale 08/09/2006. UNLESS of this property, you may YOU TAKE ACTION call (866)-960-8299 or TO PROTECT YOUR visit this Internet Web site PROPERTY, IT MAY http://www.altisource.com BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC /MortgageServices/Defau SALE. IF YOU NEED ltManagement/TrusteeSe AN EXPLANATION OF rvices.aspx using the file THE NATURE OF THE P R O C E E D I N G number assigned to this AGAINST YOU, YOU case 2014-02451-CA. SHOULD CONTACT A Information about post- LAWYER. BARRETT ponements that are very DAFFIN FRAPPIER short in duration or that TREDER & WEISS, occur close in time to the LLP, as duly appointed scheduled sale may not Trustee under and purimmediately be reflected suant to Deed of Trust in the telephone informa- Recorded on tion or on the Internet 08/18/2006 as Web site. The best way Instrument No. 06 to verify postponement 1844271 of official information is to attend records in the office of the scheduled sale. the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES Date: March 8, 2016 County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED Western Progressive, BY: RICHARD ASHLLC, as Trustee for bene- BEE AND DIANE ASHficiary BEE, WILL SELL AT C/o 30 Corporate Park, PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER Suite 450 FOR CASH, Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale C A S H I E R ' S Information Line: (866) CHECK/CASH EQUIV-

ALENT 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#: 4350-019-012 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

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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 w w w. n a t i o n w i d e p o s t ing.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 I N F O R M AT I O N PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 1180 IRON POINT ROAD, SUITE 100 FOLSOM, CA 95630 9 1 6 - 9 3 9 - 0 7 7 2 w w w. n a t i o n w i d e p o s t ing.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 03/18/2016 NPP0276268 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 03/25/2016, 04/01/2016, 04/08/2016

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PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No.: 2015-04203-CA A.P.N.:4336-015-006 Property Address: 8920 Dorrington Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90048 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: John F Gross A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 07/12/2007 as Instrument No. 20071652877 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 05/02/2016 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: $ 1,130,021.17 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- aware that the same IZED TO DO BUSINESS lender may hold more IN THIS STATE: than one mortgage or deed of trust on this propAll right, title, and interest erty. 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 Note: Because the described as: Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the More fully described in total debt owed, it is possaid Deed of Trust. sible that at the time of the sale the opening bid Street Address or other may be less than the total common designation of debt real property: 8920 Dorrington Ave, West NOTICE TO PROPERTY Hollywood, CA 90048 OWNER: The sale date A.P.N.: 4336-015-006 shown on this notice of sale may be postponed The undersigned Trustee one or more times by the disclaims any liability for mortgagee, beneficiary, any incorrectness of the trustee, or a court, purstreet address or other suant to Section 2924g of common designation, if the California Civil Code. any, shown above. The law requires that information about trustee The sale will be made, sale postponements be but without covenant or made available to you warranty, expressed or and to the public, as a implied, regarding title, courtesy to those not possession, or encum- present at the sale. If you brances, to pay the wish to learn whether remaining principal sum your sale date has been of the note(s) secured by postponed, and, if applithe Deed of Trust. The cable, the rescheduled total amount of the time and date for the sale unpaid balance of the of this property, you may obligation secured by the call (866)-960-8299 or property to be sold and visit this Internet Web site reasonable estimated http://www.altisource.com costs, expenses and /MortgageServices/Defau advances at the time of ltManagement/TrusteeSe the initial publication of rvices.aspx using the file the Notice of Sale is: number assigned to this $ 1,130,021.17. case 2015-04203-CA. Information about postIf the Trustee is unable to ponements that are very convey title for any rea- short in duration or that son, the successful bid- occur close in time to the der’s sole and exclusive scheduled sale may not remedy shall be the immediately be reflected return of monies paid to in the telephone informathe Trustee, and the suc- tion or on the Internet cessful bidder shall have Web site. The best way no further recourse. to verify postponement information is to attend The beneficiary of the the scheduled sale. Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the Date: March 16, 2016 undersigned a written Western Progressive, request to commence LLC, as Trustee for beneforeclosure, and the ficiary undersigned caused a C/o 30 Corporate Park, Notice of Default and Suite 450 Election to Sell to be Irvine, CA 92606 recorded in the county Automated Sale where the real property is Information Line: (866) located. 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSer NOTICE TO POTENTIAL vices/DefaultManagemen BIDDERS: If you are t/TrusteeServices.aspx considering bidding on For Non-Automated Sale this property lien, you Information, call: (866) should understand that 240-3530 there are risks involved in Trustee Sale Assistant bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding WESTERN PROGRESon a lien, not on the prop- SIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTerty itself. Placing the ING AS A DEBT COLhighest bid at a trustee LECTOR ATTEMPTING auction does not auto- TO COLLECT A DEBT. INFORMATION matically entitle you to ANY free and clear ownership OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURof the property. You POSE. should also be aware that the lien being auctioned Published: 04/01/16, off may be a junior lien. If 04/08/16, 04/15/16 you are the highest bidder at the auction, you –––––– are or may be responsi- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME ble for paying off all liens STATEMENT 2016070059 The senior to the lien being following is/are doing business as: auctioned off, before you 1) W/C : M/C INK. 2) WOLF & can receive clear title to CROWN MEDIA COLLECTIVE the property. You are 123 Pending Dr., Los Angeles, CA encouraged to investigate 90017; Matthew S. Burkes 530 the existence, priority, Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles, CA and size of outstanding 90024; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, regisliens that may exist on trant(s) has begun to transact this property by contact- business under the name(s) listing the county recorder’s ed herein March 22, 2016: office or a title insurance Matthew S. Burkes, company, either of which President/Owner: Statement is may charge you a fee for filed with the County of Los this information. If you Angeles: March 22, 2016; consult either of these Published: March 25, April 01, resources, you should be 08, 15, 2016 LACC N/C

T.S. No.: 2015-03035-CA described as: A.P.N.:8114-017-023 Property Address: 1907 More fully described in Cogswell Road, South El said Deed of Trust. Monte, CA 91733 Street Address or other common designation of NOTICE OF real property: 1907 TRUSTEE'S SALE Cogswell Road, South El Monte, CA 91733 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE A.P.N.: 8114-017-023 SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO The undersigned Trustee BELOW IS NOT disclaims any liability for ATTACHED TO THE any incorrectness of the RECORDED COPY OF street address or other THIS DOCUMENT BUT common designation, if ONLY TO THE COPIES any, shown above. PROVIDED TO THE The sale will be made, TRUSTOR. but without covenant or warranty, expressed or NOTE: THERE IS A implied, regarding title, SUMMARY OF THE possession, or encumINFORMATION IN THIS brances, to pay the DOCUMENT ATTACHED 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 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN advances at the time of RESUMEN DE LA the initial publication of INFORMACIÓN DE the Notice of Sale is: ESTE DOCUMENTO $ 522,127.28. TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASY- If the Trustee is unable to ON SA DOKUMENTONG convey title for any reaITO NA NAKALAKIP son, the successful bidLU’U Y: KÈM THEO DÂY der’s sole and exclusive LÀ BÀN TRÌNH BÀY remedy shall be the TÓM LU’O’C VÈ THÔNG return of monies paid to TIN TRONG TÀI LIÈU the Trustee, and the sucNÀY cessful bidder shall have no further recourse. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The beneficiary of the YOU ARE IN DEFAULT Deed of Trust has executUNDER A DEED OF ed and delivered to the TRUST DATED undersigned a written 01/08/2007. UNLESS request to commence YOU TAKE ACTION TO foreclosure, and the PROTECT YOUR PROP- undersigned caused a ERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD Notice of Default and AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF Election to Sell to be YOU NEED AN EXPLA- recorded in the county NATION OF THE where the real property is NATURE OF THE PRO- located. CEEDING AGAINST NOTICE TO POTENTIAL YOU, YOU SHOULD BIDDERS: If you are CONTACT A LAWYER. considering bidding on this property lien, you Trustor: ANTONIO should understand that ORTEGA, A MARRIED there are risks involved in MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND bidding at a trustee aucSEPARATE PROPERTY tion. You will be bidding AND CESAR ANTHONY on a lien, not on the propORTEGA, A SINGLE erty itself. Placing the MAN AS JOINT TEN- highest bid at a trustee ANTS auction does not autoDuly Appointed Trustee: matically entitle you to Western Progressive, free and clear ownership LLC of the property. You Recorded 01/22/2007 as should also be aware that Instrument No. the lien being auctioned 20070124017 in book ---, off may be a junior lien. If page--- and of Official you are the highest bidRecords in the office of der at the auction, you the Recorder of Los are or may be responsiAngeles County, ble for paying off all liens California, senior to the lien being Date of Sale: 04/21/2016 auctioned off, before you at 11:00 AM can receive clear title to the property. You are Estimated amount of encouraged to investigate unpaid balance and other the existence, priority, charges: $ 522,127.28 and size of outstanding liens that may exist on NOTICE OF this property by contactTRUSTEE'S SALE ing the county recorder’s office or a title insurance WILL SELL AT PUBLIC company, either of which AUCTION TO HIGHEST may charge you a fee for BIDDER FOR CASH, this information. If you CASHIER’S CHECK consult either of these DRAWN ON A STATE OR resources, you should be NATIONAL BANK, A aware that the same CHECK DRAWN BY A lender may hold more STATE OR FEDERAL than one mortgage or CREDIT UNION, OR A deed of trust on this propCHECK DRAWN BY A erty. STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN NOTICE OF ASSOCIATION, A SAVTRUSTEE'S SALE INGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECI- Note: Because the FIED IN SECTION 5102 Beneficiary reserves the OF THE FINANCIAL right to bid less than the CODE AND AUTHOR- total debt owed, it is posIZED TO DO BUSINESS sible that at the time of IN THIS STATE: the sale the opening bid All right, title, and interest may be less than the total conveyed to and now debt held by the trustee in the hereinafter described NOTICE TO PROPERTY property under and pur- OWNER: The sale date suant to a Deed of Trust 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.

child(ren) is/are in need of care and protection and that the best interests of the child(ren) would be served by said disposition. 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 determines that you are indigent, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you. 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 and an adjudication of this matter.

For further information call the Office of the Clerk-Magistrate at 508831-2000. WITNESS: Hon. Carol A. Erskine Western Progressive, FIRST JUSTICE LLC, as Trustee for bene- Craig D. Smith Clerk-Magistrate ficiary ISSUED: C/o 30 Corporate Park, DATE 03/03/2016 Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Publish dates 03/18/16, Information Line: (866) 03/25/16, 04/01/16 960-8299 http://www.alti–––––– source.com/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagemen FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016068013 The t/TrusteeServices.aspx is/are doing business as: For Non-Automated Sale following HOMEBUILDERS 9903 Information, call: (866) CMF Santa Monica Blvd. #626, Beverly 240-3530 Hills, CA 90212; Construction _______________ Management & Funding Inc. Trustee Sale Assistant 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #626, Date: March 8, 2016 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: 03/25/16, 04/01/16, 04/08/16 ––––––

CARE AND PROTECTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION DOCKET NUMBER: 15CP0084WC Trial Court of Massachusetts Juvenile Court 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

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 2016051720 The following is/are doing business as: SUMP PUMP REPAIR & MAINTENANCE 5819 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Maxwell D. Harris 5819 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036 The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Maxwell D. Harris, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 03, 2016; Published: March 25, April 01, 08, 15, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– 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 1, 2016: Khosrow 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 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).

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE INVITING BIDS BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as “District”, will receive prior to 10:00 AM on the 19 day of April 2016 sealed bids for the award of a Contract for the following: BID NO. 15-16/021: El Rodeo School Make Ready Project All bids shall be made and presented only on the forms presented by the District. Bids shall be received in the Office of the Beverly Hills Unified School District at 255 South Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90212 and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above stated time and place. Any bids received after the time specified above or after any extensions due to material changes shall be returned unopened. The Contract Time is 90 calendar days. CONTRACTOR should consult the General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and General Requirements regarding Milestones and Liquidated Damages. Bid Documents Bid Documents shall be available for bidders after 10 AM, April 1 2016 from the Beverly Hills Unified School District Website at www.bhusd.org, and at the District’s Facilities and Planning Department 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills CA at (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390 at no cost to the contractor and to the extent required by Public Contract Code Section 20103.7 on line at the following websites: • • • •

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Additive/ Deductive Bid Alternates (See Section 13 of Instruction to Bidders) If the District has included additive/ deductive alternates, which require all bidders to price as part of their bid, the District will utilize the following method to determine the lowest bidder in accordance with Public Contract Code section 20103.8: The lowest bid shall be the lowest total of the bid prices on the base contract and the following additive or deductive items: 1. Additive/Deductive Item: 2. Additive/Deductive Item: **Note: Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 20103.8, the selection process selected does not preclude the District from using any of the additive or deductive alternates from the Contract after the lowest responsible responsive bidder has been determined.

nated subcontractors on this Project as required by the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act, California Public Contract Code section 4100 et seq.

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PURSUANT TO PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 20118.2 BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED DISTRICT

In accordance with California Public Contract Code section 22300, the District will permit the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld by the District to ensure performance under the Contract. At the request and expense of the Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld shall be deposited with the District, or with a state or federally chartered bank as the escrow agent, who shall then pay such moneys to the Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, the securities shall be returned to the Contractor.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as “District”, will receive prior to 11:00 AM on the 13th day of April, 2016 sealed proposals for the award of a Contract for the following:

Each bidder’s bid must be accompanied by one of the following forms of bidder’s security: (1) cash; (2) a cashier’s check made payable to the District; (3) a certified check made payable to the District; or (4) a bidder’s bond executed by a California admitted surety as defined in Code of Civil Procedure section 995.120, made payable to the District in the form set forth in the Contract Documents. Such bidder’s security must be in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of bid as a guarantee that the bidder will enter into the proposed Contract, if the same is awarded to such bidder, and will provide the required Performance and Payment Bonds, insurance certificates and any other required documents. In the event of failure to enter into said Contract or provide the necessary documents, said security will be forfeited. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the Labor Code. The District has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work in the locality in which this work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Contract. These per diem rates, including holiday and overtime work, as well as employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, and similar purposes, are on file at the District, and are also available from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to California Labor Code section 1720 et seq., it shall be mandatory upon the Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractor under such Contractor, to pay not less than the said specified rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract. A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in the Labor Code, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded.

Miscellaneous Information Bids shall be received in the place identified above, and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above-stated time and place. There will be a mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and job walk at El Rodeo School School at 605 Whittier Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The mandatory pre-bid conference shall commence at 7:00 AM and end at approximately 8:00 AM on Wednesday, April 13, 2016. Any Contractor bidding on the Project who is late or fails to attend the entire mandatory job walk and conference will be deemed a non-responsive bidder and will have its bid returned unopened. All attendees will be escorted through the school site by a District Representative. All potential subcontractors planning to submit a bid for the project are also encouraged to attend the pre-bid conference and job walk to become familiar with the conditions of the jobsite and the project requirements. Prospective bidders may not visit the Project Site without making arrangements through Michael Dobrotin of the Program Management firm, Totum Consulting. michael@totumconsulting.com Each bidder shall be a licensed contractor pursuant to the California Business and Professions Code, and be licensed to perform the work called for in the Contract Documents. The successful bidder must possess a valid and active Class ”B” License (General Contractor) at the time of award and throughout the duration of this Contract. The Contractor’s California State License number shall be clearly stated on the bidder’s proposal Subcontractors shall be licensed pursuant to California law for the trades necessary to perform the Work called for in the Contract Documents. Each bid must strictly conform with and be responsive to the Contract Documents as defined in the General Conditions. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding. Each bidder shall submit with its bid — on the form furnished with the Contract Documents — a list of the desig-

The Contractor and all subcontractors shall furnish certified payroll records as required pursuant Labor Code section 1776 directly to the Labor Commissioner in accordance with Labor Code section 1771.4 on at least on a monthly basis (or more frequently if required by the District or the Labor Commissioner) and in a format prescribed by the Labor Commissioner. Monitoring and enforcement of the prevailing wage laws and related requirements will be performed by the Labor Commissioner/ Department of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). No bidder may withdraw any bid for a period of ninety (90) calendar days after the date set for the opening of bids. Separate payment and performance bonds, each in an amount equal to 100% of the total Contract amount, are required, and shall be provided to the District prior to execution of the Contract and shall be in the form set forth in the Contract Documents. All bonds (Bid, Performance, and Payment) must be issued by a California admitted surety as defined in California Code of Civil Procedure section 995.120. Where applicable, bidders must meet the requirements set forth in Public Contract Code section 10115 et seq., Military and Veterans Code section 999 et seq. and California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 1896.60 et seq. regarding Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (“DVBE”) Programs. Forms are included in this Bid Package. Any request for substitutions pursuant to Public Contract Code section 3400 must be made at the time of Bid on the Substitution Request Form set forth in the Contract Documents and included with the bid. No telephone or facsimile machine will be available to bidders on the District premises at any time. It is each bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure its bid is timely delivered and received at the location designated as specified above. Any bid received at the designated location after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids shall be returned to the bidder unopened. Publication Dates: April 1, 2016 and April 8, 2016

Request for Proposal No.: 2016/002 Horace Mann School Building B Voice-over-IP (VoIP) Telecommunications System All proposals shall be made and presented only on the forms presented by the District. Proposals shall be received in the Office of the Beverly Hills Unified School District at 255 South Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90212 and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above state time and place. Any proposals received after the time specified above or after any extensions due to material changes shall be returned unopened. The award will comply with the Public Contract Code 20118.2 which allows the District to select the most qualified proposer(s) whose proposal meets the evaluation standards determined by the District and will be the most advantageous to the District with price and all other factors considered, or to reject all responses to the Request for Proposals, whichever is in the best interest of the District. The District further reserves the right to award specific items or services on an individual per line item basis to one or more of the proposers, whichever is in the best interest of the District. The successful Proposer will be notified in the event of an award. All proposers shall be assessed based on the evaluation factors described herein and the specific needs of the District and the District will follow the competitive negotiation process described in Public Contract Code section 20118.2. Miscellaneous Information Proposals shall be received in the place identified above, and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the abovestated time and place. Companies may obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents and Prequalification Documents from the District’s Facilities and Planning Department, 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills, CA at (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390 at no cost to the contractor. Request for Proposal and related Contract Documents shall be available for companies after 12:00 PM, March 30, 2016. The District shall also make the Contract Documents available for review at one or more plan rooms. The Documents shall be found on • • • •

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There will be a mandatory Pre-Proposal Conference at Beverly Hills Unified School District, 255 S. Lasky Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212, on Monday, April 4, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. PDT. Any Contractor proposing on the Project who fails to attend the entire mandatory conference will be deemed a non-responsive proposer and will have its proposal returned unopened. Each proposal must strictly conform with and be responsive to the Contract Documents as defined in the General Conditions. The District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any proposals. Each proposer shall submit with its proposal — on the form furnished with the Contract Documents. Each proposer’s proposal must be accompanied by one of the following forms of proposer’s security: (1) cash; (2) a cashier’s check made payable to the District; (3) a certified check made payable to the District; or (4) a proposer’s bond executed by a California admitted surety as defined in Code of Civil Procedure section 995.120, made payable to the District in the form set forth in the Contract Documents. Such proposer’s security must be in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of proposal as a guarantee that the proposer will enter into the proposed Contract, if the same is awarded to such proposer, and will provide the required Performance and Payment Bonds, insurance certificates and any other required documents. In the event of failure to enter into said Contract or provide the necessary documents, said security will be forfeited. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the Labor Code. The District has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work in the locality in which this work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Contract. These per diem rates, including holiday and overtime work, as well as employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, and similar purposes, are

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PUBLIC NOTICES on file at the District, and are also available from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to California Labor Code section 1720 et seq., it shall be mandatory upon the Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractor under such Contractor, to pay not less than the said specified rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract. A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to submit a proposal, be listed in a proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in the Labor Code, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a proposal that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall furnish certified payroll records as required pursuant Labor Code section 1776 directly to the Labor Commissioner in accordance with Labor Code section 1771.4 on at least on a monthly basis (or more frequently if required by the District or the Labor Commissioner) and in a format prescribed by the Labor Commissioner. Monitoring and enforcement of the prevailing wage laws and related requirements will be performed by the Labor Commissioner/ Department of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). No proposer may withdraw any proposal for a period of ninety (90) calendar days after the date set for the opening of proposals. Separate payment and performance bonds, each in an amount equal to 100% of the total Contract amount, are required, and shall be provided to the District prior to execution of the Contract and shall be in the form set forth in the Contract Documents. All bonds (Proposal, Performance, and Payment) must be issued by a California admitted surety as defined in California Code of Civil Procedure section 995.120. Where applicable, proposers must meet the requirements set forth in Public Contract Code section 10115 et seq., Military and Veterans Code section 999 et seq. and California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 1896.60 et seq. regarding Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (“DVBE”) Programs. Forms are included in this Proposal Package. No telephone or facsimile machine will be available to proposers on the District premises at any time. It is each proposer’s sole responsibility to ensure its proposal is timely delivered and received at the location designated as specified above. Any proposal received at the designated location after the scheduled closing time for receipt of proposals shall be returned to the proposer unopened. Publication dates: April 1, 2016

————————————————————————— NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PURSUANT TO PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 20118.2 BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as “District”, will receive prior to 11:00 AM on the 13th day of April, 2016 sealed proposals for the award of a Contract for the following: Request for Proposal No.: 2016/003 Horace Mann School Building B Physical Security Systems All proposals shall be made and presented only on the forms presented by the District. Proposals shall be received in the Office of the Beverly Hills Unified School District at 255 South Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90212 and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above state time and place. Any proposals received after the time specified above or after any extensions due to material changes shall be returned unopened. The award will comply with the Public Contract Code 20118.2 which allows the District to select the most qualified proposer(s) whose proposal meets the evaluation standards determined by the District and will be the most advantageous to the District with price and all other factors considered, or to reject all responses to the Request for Proposals, whichever is in the best interest of the District. The District further reserves the right to award specific items or services on an individual per line item basis to one or more of the proposers, whichever is in the best interest of the District. The successful Proposer will be notified in the event of an award. All proposers shall be assessed based on the evaluation factors described herein and the specific needs of the District and the District will follow the competitive negotiation process described in Public Contract Code section 20118.2. Miscellaneous Information

Proposals shall be received in the place identified above, and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the abovestated time and place. Companies may obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents and Prequalification Documents from the District’s Facilities and Planning Department, 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills, CA at (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390 at no cost to the contractor. Request for Proposal and related Contract Documents shall be available for companies after 12:00 PM, March 30, 2016. The District shall also make the Contract Documents available for review at one or more plan rooms. The Documents shall be found on • • • •

Planwell – C2 Reprographics – www.c2repro.com FW Dodge McGraw-Hill – www.construction.com iSQFT – www.isqft.com Reed Construction Data – www.reedconstructiondata.com

There will be a mandatory Pre-Proposal Conference at Beverly Hills Unified School District, 255 S. Lasky Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212, on Monday, April 4, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. PDT. Any Contractor proposing on the Project who fails to attend the entire mandatory conference will be deemed a non-responsive proposer and will have its proposal returned unopened. Each proposal must strictly conform with and be responsive to the Contract Documents as defined in the General Conditions. The District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any proposals. Each proposer shall submit with its proposal — on the form furnished with the Contract Documents. Each proposer’s proposal must be accompanied by one of the following forms of proposer’s security: (1) cash; (2) a cashier’s check made payable to the District; (3) a certified check made payable to the District; or (4) a proposer’s bond executed by a California admitted surety as defined in Code of Civil Procedure section 995.120, made payable to the District in the form set forth in the Contract Documents. Such proposer’s security must be in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of proposal as a guarantee that the proposer will enter into the proposed Contract, if the same is awarded to such proposer, and will provide the required Performance and Payment Bonds, insurance certificates and any other required documents. In the event of failure to enter into said Contract or provide the necessary documents, said security will be forfeited. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the Labor Code. The District has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work in the locality in which this work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Contract. These per diem rates, including holiday and overtime work, as well as employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, and similar purposes, are on file at the District, and are also available from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to California Labor Code section 1720 et seq., it shall be mandatory upon the Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractor under such Contractor, to pay not less than the said specified rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract. A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to proposal on, be listed in a proposal proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in the Labor Code, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a proposal that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. The Contractor and all subcontractors shall furnish certified payroll records as required pursuant Labor Code section 1776 directly to the Labor Commissioner in accordance with Labor Code section 1771.4 on at least on a monthly basis (or more frequently if required by the District or the Labor Commissioner) and in a format prescribed by the Labor Commissioner. Monitoring and enforcement of the prevailing wage laws and related requirements will be performed by the Labor Commissioner/ Department of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). No proposer may withdraw any proposal for a period of ninety (90) calendar days after the date set for the opening of proposals. Separate payment and performance bonds, each in an amount equal to 100% of the total Contract amount, are required, and shall be provided to the District prior to execution of the Contract and shall be in the form set forth in the Contract Documents.

All bonds (Proposal, Performance, and Payment) must be issued by a California admitted surety as defined in California Code of Civil Procedure section 995.120. Where applicable, proposers must meet the requirements set forth in Public Contract Code section 10115 et seq., Military and Veterans Code section 999 et seq. and California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 1896.60 et seq. regarding Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (“DVBE”) Programs. Forms are included in this Proposal Package. No telephone or facsimile machine will be available to proposers on the District premises at any time. It is each proposer’s sole responsibility to ensure its proposal is timely delivered and received at the location designated as specified above. Any proposal received at the designated location after the scheduled closing time for receipt of proposals shall be returned to the proposer unopened. Publication Dates: April 1, 2016 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. #225East 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 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 –––––– 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016049547 The following is/are doing business as: B4 LITERACY PROJECT 2102 Century Park Lane #416, Los Angeles, CA 90067; Susan Chodakiewitz 220 El Camino Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Renee Suchowiecky 2102 Century Park Lane #416, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2016: Susan Chodakiewitz, General Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2016; Published: March 18, 25, April 01, 08, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016063575 The following is/are doing business as: INSURGE-ENT 8977-1/2 Keith Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069; InsurgeEnt LLC 8977-1/2 Keith Ave., West 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 2016063926 The following is/are doing business as: REMOTE STATION ENTERTAINMENT 4232 Dundee Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027; William Norton 4232 Dundee Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: William Norton, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 16, 2016; Published: April 01, 08, 15, 22, 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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BEVERLYWOOD LUXURIOUS CONDO HOMES FOR LEASE BEVERLY HILLS

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KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

R E A L E S TAT E

door decks, wood flrs., lrg. closet, modest kitchen. For 1 person. No pets. Apprx 900sf., Beautiful Garden

323/870-5884

private backyard & garage.

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

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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

BEVERLY HILLS 214 N. Almont Dr.

Restored Vintage 1930’s Spanish Duplex 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath

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

435 S. Maple Dr.

1st floor, hardwood floors, A/C units, patio, covered parking. Great Location! $2,350/Month

310/948-4725

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

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

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HOLLYWOOD —————–––– WEST Quiet 6-Unit Bldg.

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213/305-1346

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

BEVERLY HILLS • Updated • 2 Bdrm.+11/2 Bath

1 Bdrm.+1 Bath BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. Upper front unit. LARGE DUPLEX Lrg. family rm., central Hardwood floors, a/c air, 2-car garage. $4,150 2 BDRMS + 1 BATH unit, stove, fridge, laundry COMPASS GOLD PROP. + OFFICE + DEN Marty: 310/293-2205 Large living, dining on premises, 1-parking. and breakfast room. Clean & Convenient. Granite countertops Cat OK • $1,695/Mo. BEVERLY HILLS with marble floors and 323/658-6151 329 S. REXFORD DR all appliances. Hardwood 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH floors, high ceiling, Approx. 1,800 sq.ft. nicely landscaped yard. Newly remodeled with marble BEVERLY HILLS $2,800/MO. floors, new carpets, new ADJACENT windows. Granite counters, Call 310/908-1919 central air/heat, fireplace, STUDIO & 2 BR wet-bar, laundry facility and 2 car-port parking. $1,625 - $2,550 Beverly Hills Schools BEVERLY HILLS

Call 310/729-8884

3 Bdrm.+3 Bath 2,150sf., hrwd. flrs., a/c, fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, walk-in closets, secured bldg., laundry facility, 2-prkg. $5,900/Month

1017 S. SHERBOURNE Very Private & Spacious 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH upper unit with breakfast and formal dining room. Yard, laundry & parking.

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Lrg. 3 Bd.+3 Ba.

3 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATHS TOP FLOOR DUPLEX 2397 SQUARE FEET UNFURNISHED New kitchen with granite APT’S/CONDO’S counter tops, center island CENTURY CITY and includes all appliances. $3,500/MO. Townhouse For Rent Fireplace, nice backyard and carport pkng. $4,975/MO. Call 323/933-7564 6 STAR HOTEL QUALITY!!! Call 310/482-8699 or 310/210-6518 Century Hills, Gated Complex, Tennis, Pool, Gym, HISTORIC LANDMARK RESIDENTIAL BUILDING 2400 sq/ft., Must see to appreciate! 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath With Chef Kitchen and 3 Parking Spaces Must See - $6,800/mo

440

LEASES STARTING AT $4,250/MO.

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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—————–––– 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

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... BEVERLY HILLS ADJ 9583 ALCOTT ST.

* SPACIOUS *

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

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

8491 FOUNTAIN AVENUE WEST HOLLYWOOD Call 310/741-2156

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

8560 W. Olympic Bl.

Call 323/456-3832 www. bhcourier .com

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UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

Gorgeous Large Studio Apartment In Beverly Hills or Great Office

ROBERTSON/BURTON WAY

License 00957281

all listings are on

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NOW AVAILABLE

Patio, dishwasher, Spacious a/c, fireplace, w/Full Kitchen + Fridge on-site laundry, parking. Laundry facility, parking. pool, controlled access, C LOSE TO S CHOOL , 6ft & 7ft Closet space. laundry fac., prkg. Close to shopping,

F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

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CENTURY TOWERS

Balcony, dishwasher, Close to a/c, heated pool, WiFi, transportation. • elevator controlled • 310/442-8265 • BEVERLY HILLS • Newly Remodeled • Jr. 1 Bdrm. • access, on-site laundry, 1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. • • • • parking. Close to • Penthouse • Balcony, controlled Brentwood Village, W E S T W O O D 1409 Midvale Ave. CENTURY PARK EAST Great Views! access, a/c, stove, Shops & Restaurants. • 310/826-4889 • •••• ••• •••• Lots of light, elevator, laundry • • private, hrwd. flrs. 1 BED, 1BATH facility, parking. • • BRENTWOOD Single $3,250MO & $3,400MO •• • • • • • • • • 310/247-8689 • 519 S. Barrington Ave. • • • Sherbourne Dr. ————— 321• S.Spacious •

Renovated. City Views Hardwood Floors. Granite Kitchen 2 Jumbo Balconies

3 BED, 2 BATH $5,500/MONTH

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1 Bd.+1 Ba.

• Close to Cedars-Sinai, ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚ French doors in bdrm. to • Beverly Center & 2 Bdrm. + 1.5 Bath patio overlooking pool • Trendy Robertson Bl. Bright unit. • GORGEOUS UNITS • —————–––– Dishwasher, On-site

$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.

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

550 Veteran Ave. ••••• • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • ••••• Very spacious, granite counters, microwave, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, parking & WiFi. Very close to UCLA & Westwood Village. 310/208-5166

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 **CENTURY CITY** and Metro. 2220 S. Beverly Glen 213/732-9849

BRENTWOOD • 310/246-0290 • • • • • • • 1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. 11730 SUNSET BLVD. WESTWOOD CLOSE TO • • S H O P S & D I N I N G Good closet space, a/c, NEWLY REMODELED 1370 Veteran Ave. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • LAFAYETTE PARK elevator, dishwasher, • • • • • • S i n g l e • • • Jr. Executive • • 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL. BEVERLY HILLS controlled access. Close • L o t s o f • • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath •••• •• ••••••• • • • 221 S. Doheny Dr. to Cedars/shops/trans. •• Rooftop pool, Balcony, air conditioning Character & Charm! • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • counter • • • tops, • • stain310/247-8689 Glass Fireplace Granite deck, central air, dishwasher, controlled • • • • • • elevator, intercom Newly Remodeled. less steel appliances,

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• 310/276-1528 •

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6-Month Lease Avail.

* * * * * * Every Extra Luxury

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laundry facility, elevator, parking.

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controlled access, on-site parking & laundry facility.

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10905 Ohio Ave.

city views.

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CULVER CITY 401 S. HOOVER St.

• • • • • • • • • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • S i n g l e • • • • • • • • • • • •Single• • Control access, pool, • • • dishwasher, elevator, 3830 Vinton Ave.

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

on-site laundry and parking.

213/385-4751

465 310/841-2367 • • • ————— • AUTOS —————–––– • • MIRACLE MILE • FOR SALE W E S T L . A . • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •••• •615 S. Cochran Ave. 1628 Westgate Ave. •• • Single • •• ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ • • Controlled access, 2003 Chevy Tahoe • • B r i g h t & A i r y. 310/820-8584

custom cabinets, granite countertops, stone entry, pool, health club, spa. • Free WiFi Access • Dishwasher, • Close to UCLA • Intercom entry, on-sight 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. L.A., 90024 Contact Mgr.:

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access bldg., WiFi, entry, on-sight laundry, pool, on-sight laundry, New hardwood flrs., air conditioned, new gym, parking. granite counters, hrwd. flrs., designer gym, parking. • Free WiFi Access • stainless steel appl., finishes, balcony, ceiling 310/477-6885 ~ 310/476-3824 ~ alcove fireplace, fan, elevator, controlled BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE Close to U.C.L.A. fridge, laundry facility, access. Fitness ctr, yoga parking, intercom room, wi-fi, skyview • BRENTWOOD • • WESTWOOD • gated entry, WiFi and more. lounge w/ outdoor fire922 S. Barrington Av. 550 Veteran Ave. • 310/552-8064 • place, laundry facilities. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • • • • • • Easy freeway access Rooftop jacuzzi Fireplace, balcony, • 2 B d . + 2 B a . 213/382-102 1 with panoramic wet bar, dishwasher,

• • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. ••••• Close to shops+dining. Very spacious, 310/826-0541 granite counters, APT. RENTAL Old World Charm! W E S T L . A . microwave, intercom * * * * * * Bright, intercom entry, 1236 Amhearst Ave. entry, on-sight launfridge, stove, laundry fac. dry, parking & WiFi. CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS “The Mission” • Spacious Units • Very close to UCLA • Westwood • ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ & SHOPPING. 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath & Westwood Village. 310/531-3992 310/208-5166 Dishwasher, a/c,

•• • —————–––– •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. ••• L.A.’S FINEST, • •• • M OST LUXURIOUS • •

Some Complexes include BEVERLY HILLS Heated Pools, Sundeck, *8725 Clifton Way* Tennis, Doorman, Newly Remodeled Houseman, Staff • 1 Bdrm. + Engineers, Switchboard, Den + 2 Bath • Lrg. unit. Balcony, Security Staff, Walk-in closet, Switchboard, Saunas, intercom entry, laundry Business Center, Pet facility, elevator, prkg. PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens • CHARMING & BRIGHT • Close to Cedars, and Grassy Lawns. For Lease See our Ad Sec. 270

310/473-1509

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Central air, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. laundry, parking. CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., pool, elevator, Close to 309 S. Sherbourne Dr. on-site laundry, Brentwood Village. SHOPPING & 1 BLK. ( • • • ----- • • • ) TO WESTWOOD PARK. intercom entry. 310/472-8915 310/478-8616 320 N. La Peer Dr. 2 Bdrm. + 1.5 Bath

Spacious, hardwood flrs., huge closets, built-in SANTA MONICA a/c, dishwasher, pool, 427 Montana Ave. •• • elevator, controlled ••• •••• access, laundry ••• SINGLE ••• facilities. No pets. • • •••• •••• PARK PLACE 424/343-0015 Controlled access, $3,850 to 4,700/mo. Great Location! garage, laundry facility. Close to Beach. CENTURY TOWERS BEVERLY HILLS 310/394-7132 $3,850 to $6,800/mo. 218 S. Tower Dr.

Renovated. New Kitchen Hardwood Floors 2 Jumbo Balconies

sight laundry, parking. Close to U.C.L.A.

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2 BED, 2 BATH, DEN $4,950/MONTH

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2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS $6,700/month

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

• Single • Bachelor

Freshly Painted, Controlled access, F REEWAY & New Carpet, laundry facility. ELEVATOR, laundry rm, • Free WiFi Access • dining & T RANSPORTATION . Utilities Included. With Central Air, 310/473-5061 transportation. gated, quiet, no pets, 310/449-1100 323/851-3790 Please Call: Large Walk-in Closet. no smoiking building. 2600 Virginia Ave. W E S T W O O D 310/479-0700 Includes All Utilities, 320 S. Clark Dr. 1380 Midvale Ave. * HOLLYWOOD * BRENTWOOD Private Entrance, • 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. Call 323/252-5600 11640 Kiowa Ave. W E S T L . A . • • • • • Secured Bldg.+Prkg. * * * * * • • • • • • • • 1343 Carmelina Ave. 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • Single Nonsmoker, No Pets. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Newly Updated Single • • • • • * * * * * • Bright Unit • $1,625/Month 1 Bath 1 Bdrm. + Newly Remodeled Border of WiFi, pool, elevator, On-site laundry, 310/247-8929 Great Views controlled access, onBEVERLY HILLS • • • • • • • • on-site parking. Great views, controlled

GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES

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

IMMACULATE LARGE SINGLE

SANTA MONICA W E S T L . A . • WESTWOOD • H O L LY W O O D • S p a c i o u s • 1433 Brockton Ave. 10933 Rochester Ave. 1769-1775 3 Bdrm. + 2 Bath S p a c i o u s N. Sycamore Av. Jr. Executive Approx. 1,100sf. • • • • • Bachelor ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

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

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

For Sale

Run & looks great! Good mileage.

parking, on-sight 323/937-9126 laundry facility. Close to Museums, $1,500 MUST SELL!! Close to transportation. Close To U.C.L.A. Going Out of Town. The Grove • 310/864-0319 • 310/820-1810 310/477-6856 Call: 213/220-9665 & Restaurants.

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BEVERLY HILLS

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

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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!!

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APPOINTMENT ONLY! Email for time:

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AUTOS WANTED

WE BUY CARS

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

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BEVERLY HILLS

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CONTRACTORS

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CONTRACTOR

• AC • CONSTRUCTION

HANDYMAN

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• HANDYMAN • • Home Repairs • Remodeling • Carpentry

• 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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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!

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ELECTRIC

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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 As a long time resident/homeowner in Beverly Hills, I am writing (probably, my first letter to the editor) to urge all our registered voters to sign the petition requesting an initiative vote to amend The Beverly Hilton Specific Plan to combine two residential buildings into one and add a garden and open space at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Merv Griffin Way. When and if this initiative goes to a vote, the choices will merely be either yes (for the revised plan) or no (stay with the plan approved in 2008). Now, let me be perfectly clear. Not being for or against the revised plan, I am merely hoping to see this measure on the November ballot so that we may have community meetings to gain more information and ask questions of the developer prior to casting a “yes or no” vote in November. Having attended El Rodeo and Beverly Hills High School (’54) and being part of the Southwest Homeowners Association, I am very familiar with The Beverly Hilton and all the good it has brought to our wonderful City. It is important that the people of Beverly Hills have the opportunity to decide this issue directly, just like we decided in 2008. So, when approached by a “petition circulator” requesting that you add your name to the petition requiring the initiative to come before the voters, please do so. Roger W. Behrstock ****** First, I want to commend you for the courage to write about the disgraceful behavior at the Beverly Hills Maple Drive branch post office. We can only hope something positive has resulted from bringing the many customer issues to light. After my note was published, I received a call from Koula Fuller. She was pleasant, assuring me that the behavior I brought to her attention would be addressed. She invited me to call her attention to any issues which may arise in the future. Regrettably, the gravity of the issues and our conversation soon dissipated into thin air. The same issue has reoccurred twice after Ms. Fuller assured me the practice was outside policy. . The practice of listing a package as “delivered” on the USPS tracking website when in fact it had not been delivered nor had any notice been received. In reality it may take several days before the yellow notice will appear in my P.O. box and I can claim my package. When I see “delivered” on the tracking website, I went to the window to claim my package and they couldn’t find it. I was told “you must wait for a yellow notice”. I asked for the supervisor in charge. She, of course, was unavailable. I phoned the number I was given . After 18 rings, I hung up and decided to leave a note to Ms. Fuller. This is the second week and I still haven’t received the courtesy of a reply. Clearly, little if anything has changed at Maple branch. The only commitment I observe is to align the U.S. Postal Service to the performance level of third world countries. How sad to watch this great country fall apart during my lifetime. Jayson Harvey ****** After reading about Nancy Barbato Sinatra’s 99th birthday in The Courier, I wanted to give her a stroll down memory lane. In 1954, I celebrated a birthday dinner with her along with Nancy, Jr., and her cousin Karen Gerstenzang in her Palm Springs home. It was a wonderful, warm, unforgettable, New Jersey family-style dinner, with enough wine to sink the Titanic. My parents, Bill and Mary Gargan, adored her. And Frank missed one helluva meal. Leslie Howard Gargan

In an effort to attract millennials, perennials, annuals and celestials to live in Beverly Hills, the City government has enlisted the services of our wonderful, civic minded developers, their real estate attorneys and lobbyists,( who actually outnumber the residents). Their program of attraction includes the following...... (1) Treeless neighborhoods provided by a most magnanimous builder, A truly caring individual who states that trees block the sunlight and attract birds whose annoying chirping can drown out the sound of wrecking balls smashing into buildings. (2) Ease of traffic flow and open spaces–two eight story buildings will be morphed into a single 26 building. A new hotel will be constructed next door to another hotel, with a third hotel to be built nearby in one of two new buildings. All deliveries and guests will enter and exit the hotels and buildings from rooftop heliports eliminating all auto traffic from the immediate area. The newly designed open spaces will be available free to hotel guests and their dogs. Beverly Hills residents can apply to the Chamber of Commerce for daily or seasonal passes at reduced fees. (3) “The P. P. P. Program” which stands for pondering-pending-permit—a builder can now apply for a pending permit by stating they are pondering a future project. This entitles them to demolish or fence the property of their choice. Valid for the length of the “pondering.” (4) Bicycle Pony Express Stations–Our new citizens, along with others throughout the state and construction workers coming to work, will be able to ride their bicycles in Beverly Hills, run over pedestrian toes, dog tails, cause traffic jams and drop their bikes off at nearby stations with impunity. This program provides for pedestrian free zones throughout the City during peak hours. And Speedo wearing free zones in all school areas to prevent our children from being traumatized by lizard looking creatures in their “Alien” helmets and latex. To be continued..... Robert Block ****** From reading the articles and ads in The Courier about both The Beverly Hilton and Wanda projects the answer to the question “When is a deal not a deal?” is clear. When it’s a real estate deal involving wealthy developers and the City of Beverly Hills, a deal is not a deal. The developers are always trying to change what they agreed to. Their proposed changes, no matter what myths and even lies they are cloaked in, are never in the interests of the City or those who live here. Our residents should resist. I just watched the deceptive video on the deceptively named “LetBHVotersDecide” website. It doesn’t show easily readable plans of the proposed alternative, nor a full picture of the height of the giant proposed residential tower. The traffic is laughably light on both Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards, rather than the existing gridlock which will only be made worse by the development. And it’s clear that the proposed park will benefit only The Beverly Hilton and its guests, and not the residents of Beverly Hills Not only should this proposal be tossed in the trash. We should start a petition to revoke the existing approval for further developments on the Hilton land. Enough is enough! Daniel Fink “Letters to the Editor” Email: myopinion@bhcourier.com Fax: 310-271-5118 Mail to: The Beverly Hills Courier 499 N. Cañon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210

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Astrology By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Apr. 1). Creative juices flow now! You will diversify your social interests. The two groups might not blend together well, but each in their separate way will enrich you. A fresh assignment in May will bring fast success. In June your life becomes easier with the improved behavior and performance of those who account to you. Love signs are Gemini and Libra. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). The one who makes you feel that you must perform in order to earn love is not really giving love at all; that person is rewarding you for fulfilling a personal need, which has a lot more to do with utility than love. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You would prefer to be adored by the one you adore. Who wouldn’t? This would make life candy-sweet indeed. However, it should also be noted that such a dynamic is not in any way necessary to your happiness. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It's not like you to overlook the crucial role that pleasure plays in life, and yet lately you’ve denied some of the things that please you. Now it’s time to assess: Was the reason for that denial really good enough? CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your secret is safe with you —and that’s about it today. Even your best friend can’t be totally trusted with sensitive information. If you write it in your diary, use a code. Everyone is interested in you these days! LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The answer to one problem is the seed of another. For this reason, refrain from solving everything right away. It’s a good time to think it over, let it ride or just plain stall for a better time. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Someone has given time, effort and money in hopes that you would advance along certain lines. You’ve bettered your position, but you still have a ways to go. Keep going; you’ll make your team proud. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Before you put your money on the best, strongest and most qualified, consider that anyone can have a good day. Sometimes the worst horse takes the gold cup. Such an event will simultaneously restore and rock your faith. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You probably won’t stay accountable to your own set of rules. It's not weakness. There’s just too much going on for you now. If you need to keep the rule, get more people involved in it: They’ll hold you accountable. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll be there for the person who is hurting. It’s likely you could pick up some residual emotional pain if you’re not careful, so be sure to protect yourself. Practice excellent selfcare before, during and after. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). What you’re striving for will be a lot of trouble. Some would define it as “just one thing after another.” Well, that's precisely what you like about the situation. It’s riddled with the challenges that make you better. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You feel driven to put your ideas in front of a crowd even though the idea of doing this gives you emotional tremors. This is just the kind of contradiction that is making someone fall in love with you. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). When roused by feelings of irritation, consider that such a reaction is usually as disturbing an energy as the original thing that caused it. An unwanted situation will be dissolved with a calm approach.

POLICE BLOTTER These assaults, burglaries, robbery, and grand thefts have been reported by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers. Losses in brackets.

ASSAULTS 03/21 400 S. Wetherly Dr. 03/23 200 Reeves Dr. BURGLARIES 03/21 400 S. Oakhurst Dr. ($4,605) 03/22 300 N. Palm Dr. 03/24 200 S. Gale Dr. 03/25 9600 Wilshire Blvd ($125)

03/27 100 N. Hamilton Dr. ($499) GRAND THEFTS 03/23 9000 Burton Way ($1,043) 03/25 Elevado Ave./ N. Canon Dr. ($8,500) ROBBERY 03/25 200 Moreno Dr. ($510)

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