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WIZARD OF OZ—The cast of El Rodeo’s Wizard of Oz musical (from left): Michelle Balson, Olivia Billingsly, Keeley Black, Kate Blaylock, Angela Braun, Rachel Galen, Thomas Goolsby, Gabriella Hassid, Kinsey Hogan, Riley Kermani, Shereen Kheradyar, Jacob Maman, Joelle Mikilian, Sofia Mitchell, Trinity Moore, Lauren Mossanen, Nikki Musighi, Ava Payman, Sara Pessah, Saman Peyman, Tiffany Rahban, Nellie Soames, Sydney Strickland, Emma Tonucci, Estefania Vega, Lucas Walshe, Sophia Weissbuch, Jack Yunker and Alexa Wachtel.
Cuddles the Pomeranian is up for adoption and looking for a family! 4
Horace Mann had a strong showing at the MathCounts state competition. 4
Beverly Hills Gets Rebuffed Metro Gets Foot In Door With Two Subway Permit Approvals In Metro CEQA Lawsuit Updated from www.bhcourier.com
Chai Lifeline West Coast opened at 475 S. Robertson Blvd. 5
Dr. Fran talks about parenting children when you are divorced. 13 •Fashion 8 •Arts & Entertainment 9 •Health & Wellness 10 •School Guide 18-19
George Christy, Page 6 “I Belong In Hollywood...The French Have Heard My Name But Have No Idea What I’ve Done,” Says Leslie Caron, Who Was Honored At The Professional Dancers Society Luncheon Editorial from Rabbi Pressman
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street-tearing, traffic-snarling construction work in Beverly Hills related to the Westside Subway Extension. (see ‘METRO PERMITS,’ page 12)
By Matt Lopez & Laura Coleman The City of Beverly Hills and Beverly Hills School District were dealt a blow this
week upon learning L.A. Superior Court Judge John A. Torribio rebuffed relief sought by Beverly Hills against the (see ‘METRO CEQA,’ page 12)
City Stalls On Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Price By Victoria Talbot The City Council study session heard several bicycle enthusiasts voice their appeals for a bike lane on Santa Monica Boulevard only to be waylaid while City Staff scrambled to explain the discrepancy in their projected budget of $17.2 million and the budget of $31-34
million prepared by engineering firm, Psomis. Susan Healy Keene, Director of Community Development, and David Lightner, Director of Capital Assets presented the report, intended to answer questions posed by (see ‘SANTA MONICA BLVD,’ page 14)
Acura, Rolls Royce Are Contenders For 8767 Wilshire By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills City Council voted Tuesday that both Acura and O’Gara, which owns Rolls Royce among others, are luxury brands and could be potential tenants at 8767 Wilshire Boulevard. Former Beverly Hills mayor and attorney for the building’s owner Tom Levyn brought a proposal and a Letter of Intent (LOI)
from Acura to the City Council for approval. Pursuant to the City Council’s recent settlement with the owner of the building, the agreement would allow a luxury automobile sales showroom as the ground floor tenant, subject to the approval of the City Council.
VICE MAYOR—Julian Gold took office this week as Vice Mayor of Beverly Hills. Courier photo by Victoria Talbot
Julian Gold Moves In As Vice Mayor Of Beverly Hills By Victoria Talbot The Courier sat down with new Beverly Hills Vice Mayor Julian Gold to discuss some of the issues that will face the City Council this coming year. The Courier: What are your priorities?
(see ‘ACURA, ROLLS ROYCE,’ page 16)
LAUSD Superintendent Backs Reducing Teacher Tenure By Laura Coleman Teachers throughout the state who are failing to do their jobs may no longer be able to coast on tenure, depending on the verdict from the L.A. County trial of Vergara v. California, which is expected by July. “It should be easier to fire teachers,” Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent John Deasy said Monday during a discussion on the case at USC Law School. (see ‘LAUSD SUPERINTENDENT,’ page 2)
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Teens put our fires as part of Beverly Hills Teen Leadership day. 5
By Matt Lopez & Victoria Talbot Get ready for the gridlock. Metro received approval from the Beverly Hills City Council on Tuesday for two permits to begin
Julian Gold: We will address “hot” issues as they come up, based on their urgency, however there are some basic things we need to address. First, as always, is the City’s fiscal health both (see ‘JULIAN GOLD,’ page 2)
A STAR-STUDDED NIGHT — Peter Grad and Laurie Burrows Grad founded their annual A Night At Sardi’s, now in its 22nd year, to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Glen Campbell who suffers from the disease, was honored and could not attend the event at The Beverly Hilton. These evenings have raised millions for research – Laurie’s father, the greatly gifted playwright Abe Burrows, lost his life to Alzheimer’s. More than $1 million was raised. Guests included James Burrows, Bob Newhart, Mayim Bialik, Johnny Galecki, Kunal Nayyar, Jim Parsons, Melissa Rauch, Kayley Cuoco-Sweeting, Joey McIntyre, Christine Ebersole, Robert Morse, Beau Bridges, John Stamos and Keith Carradine. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.
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revenue and expenses. We have less control over revenue but have worked hard to make the City attractive to business and tourists. We have done a good job promoting small businesses, hotels have high occupancy, restaurants are full and people are shopping. This is good for the City and good for our residents. On the expense side, we have made strides to reduce new long-term pension obligations in fire and police contracts as well as some other employee union’s contracts. We will complete that process this year for the remainder of the employee unions. By creating conservative projections, we are likely to reduce our long term unfunded liabilities. The Courier: What are your plans for Southeast Beverly Hills? Gold: We don’t currently own sufficient property to build a new parking structure. Short-term, we must work with private owners of parking spaces, to develop public private partnerships. Unfortunately, even the private spaces are scarce. We need to expand the inlieu parking program beyond the triangle to the Southeast. Over time, this will help us fund the acquisition of land and the creation of new city parking structures. We need to work with our residents and merchants to create a better bike and pedestrian experience to draw business from the large residential neighborhood, which surrounds South Robertson Blvd to encourage people who want to walk and bike there. I believe that, working with our residents and businesses, we can discover other
LAUSD SUPERINTENDENT BACKS REDUCING TEACHER TENURE (Continued from page 1)
According to Deasy, who testified for three days in the case, which seeks to invalidate state labor laws concerning tenure, dismissal statutes, and seniority, the issue is, at its crux, a Civil Rights one. “We are still struggling some 60 years post the [Brown v. Board of Education] decision to enact the promise of Brown,” he said. “Our work is not done.” Nearly two years have passed since nine public school students from California, ranging in age from 7 to 17, filed suit against the State and the California Department of Education claiming they had been denied an equal education due to state laws related to the retaining and firing of teachers. The case alleges that predominantly low-income and minority communities are disproportionately saddled with “grossly ineffective teachers,” which in term adversely impacts students’ potential for success. Plaintiffs in the case, including Beatriz Vergara, testified that they had been harmed due to grossly ineffective teachers. Currently, tenured teachers (a status that is gained after two years of employment) are protected by law from being easily dismissed, regardless of quality, or in some cases, criminal behavior. Under the Permanent Employment Statute, school districts have less than 18 months to determine whether a teacher should become tenured - an amount which Deasy said was inadequate.
clever things to help the area. This is the year that we need to make sure something happens there and I am determined to work hard to that end. The Courier: How do you see Metro fitting in? Gold: The Metro (Purple Line Extension) as it relates to the high school, is in court. There is nothing else we can do. Hopefully, the courts will decide in our favor. In terms of La Cienega, Metro’s previous presentation was awful. It was dismissive, disrespectful, and even for their most ardent supporters, didn’t answer any critical questions. I thought some of the concepts put forth by the Courier publisher, Clif Smith, were a way to move forward and made sense. I look forward to developing those with the staff and council. In the future, Metro’s responses have to be very focused, with attention to all the stakeholders in that area. For instance, the Saban (Theatre) has significant and unique issues as do many residents and businesses. These unique issues need to be addressed. The Courier: What are your thoughts on Santa Monica Blvd. reconstruction? Gold: I am not ready to talk about widening or bike lanes. Lets talk about $34 million. The council needs to start this project at the beginning; it’s like deciding we are going to have a moon roof before we decided how we are going to afford a new car. We have to examine the basic elements; what are the costs and what can we do to save money and still get this major artery fixed? We need to understand this - not only in terms of money, but the impact on residents and businesses. For the full interview, visit www.bhcourier.com. “When I follow these laws, I see that they violate the rights of some of our youth,” he said. “We have not struck down the wall of educational apartheid in this country.” The result of the case, is expected to ripple across the state and impact all school districts, although just how farreaching the impacts will be remains to be seen. “Everyone is watching it very closely,” Beverly Hills Board of Education VP Brian Goldberg told The Courier. In addition to a school district’s ability to remove teachers from classroom, ramifications from the decision could also ripple out to influence the division of Federal and State funding for school districts. Currently, districts in more affluent areas, such the BHUSD, consistently receive less funding due to California Fair Share. “It could have a dramatic effect on districts like BHUSD,” Superintendent Gary Woods said. Woods emphasized that it was important for the Beverly Hills School District to not rely on state funding. Already, BHUSD relies heavily on alternative funding sources, including funds raised from the PTAs, the JPA with the City, a parcel tax and The Foundation. Both the California Teachers Association and the California Federation of Teachers are defendants in the suit. During Deasy’s talk on Monday, the LAUSD chief underscored that the case is not an attack on teacher’s rights (“teachers should and must have tenure,”) rather, it is about securing a better education for students. “The labor leadership should step forward and lead changes,” he said.
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Jeff Kolin Issues Apology To Beverly Hills School District By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills City Manager Jeff Kolin last week apologized to the Beverly Hills Unified School District for neglecting to inform the BHUSD that a voting item that impacted both the City and the school district was to be on the March 4 agenda. “For this oversight, I apolo-
GRIFFITH PARK– 23 Horace Mann 5th graders participated in a STEM-related field trip, organized by parents on a BHUSD Pupil Free Day. Students enjoyed a special guided tour of the observatory and the planetarium show "Water is Life," interactive discussions and activities about our planets, solar system, and a unique demonstration on how to make a comet. Pictured, back row (from left): Meyer Benaim, Christian Hart, Solomon Salama, Yevgeniy Myatenko, Stephen Hamm, Samara Morgan, Carolyn Grijalva, Paola Santos, Josephine Cosmosse, Hannah Chung, Nicole Boudaie, Zoe St. John, Kaylin Shadpour, Scottie Frankel and Zela Al-Asadi. Front Row (from left): Nathan Sparks, Ian Goldstein, Tommy Geller, Eli Schwartz, Rocco Zucaro, Esther Goldberg, Alyssa Schwartz and Eva Levin.
Beverly Hills City Council Proclaims April “Donate Life Month” In Beverly Hills By Victoria Talbot In an effort to encourage people to sign up as organ donors and, on Tuesday evening the Beverly Hills City Council proclaimed April as “Donate Life Month” for the City of Beverly Hills.
Mason A. Sommers, Ph.D., is the Donate Life Ambassador for Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Duarte and Culver City. Sommers describes himself as a “lifelong cardiac patient.” He experienced his first heart attack at age 16. The Beverly
Hills Fire Department had just received its first defibrillator. “I was the first rescue for the paramedics in 1971,” he said. He had a second heart attack at age 20. Sommers suffered with (see ‘DONATE LIFE’ page 14)
gize on behalf of the City,” he wrote to district attorney Douglas Evertz in a letter dated March 25. “We will make sure you are notified of future agenda items.” Last month, The Beverly Hills City Council voted 4-1 (see ‘JEFF KOLIN’ page 14)
CUDDLE ME–Cuddles is a 4years young, 10- pound, pure bred Pomeranian whose owner died suddenly. He is a sweet boy who loves to play and even dances. His new favorite song is Pharrell William’s “Happy.” Those interested in adopting Cuddles may call ShelterHopePetShop.org at 805-379-3538 or contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@RHLGroup.com.
City Of Beverly Hills A Finalist In National Livability Program By Victoria Talbot The City of Beverly Hills was one of 15 cities nominated by the United States Conference of Mayors as a second round finalist across the nation for the Beverly Hills “Embrace Civility” program. Embrace Civility is a proj-
ect of the Human Relations Commission to promote positive human relations in all aspects of community life. Originally established in 2010, the program was initiated to integrate, “the principles (see ‘NATIONAL LIVABILITY’ page 14)
Jewish Community Foundation Reports 2014 Financial Results By John L. Seitz The Jewish Community Foundation of L.A. and its donors made grants in 2013 totaling $65 million to causes ranging from education to human services to health initiatives. Grants rose 23 percent from $53 million distributed in
2012. On the strength of a slightly improved economy and “continued generosity from its committed donor base,” charitable assets under management rose 8 percent to $880 million (see ‘JEWISH COMMUNITY’ page 14)
UNVEILING–Pop recording artist Kuba Ka (second from right, above) held a launch fashion party for his new images at The Peninsula in collaboration with Versace to benefit Face Forward Foundation. He is pictured with actress Maitland Ward. Joining in the fun are actor Corey Feldman (left) with actress Catherine Annette. Photos by Glen Lipton for Lozzi Media Services
MATH COUNTS–At the MathCounts State Competition held at UC Irvine, the Horace Mann MathCounts team scored 18th with one member scoring 13th as an individual. Pictured above (from left): Principal Steve Kessler, Wesley Wu, Taeyoung Ryu, Maxbryan Cosmosse, Jamie Kim, Jimin Son, Caitlin Carter (MathCounts coach), Brandon Shabani, and Justin Byun. FARHANG–The 6th annual Nowruz (Iranian New Year) Celebration at the Los Angeles County Museum last month was a huge success with live music, dances, a parade and traditional costumes and festivities.
Beverly Hills To Participate In Earth Day On April 13 By Matt Lopez The City of Beverly Hills celebrates the 44th Annual Earth Day on Sunday, April 13 at the Beverly Hills Farmers Market. The national theme for this year’s Earth Day is “go green”, which encourages those living in urban residents
to live a “greener” life. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Farmer’s Market on Civic Center Drive. There will be informational displays on conservancy and preparedness, as well as prizes to be raffled off.
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Montage Beverly Hills Getting High Marks For Suite 100 By John L. Seitz Montage Beverly Hills has partnered with a host of influential names in the fields of interior design to create its Suite 100 concept, capturing the flavor of 1940’s film noir. As part of the City’s Cen-
BEDTIME STORY–The Horace Mann PTA’s "Bedtime Stories" event 11 was a great success with children coming to the library dressed in pajamas to listen to stories. Pictured above, (1st row, from left): Victoria Granados, Emma Salkin, Caio Azevedo, Zoya Cheema, Elena Serrano, Diya Tuli, Findley, Annette Goldstein, Zoe Irwin, Tamar Albert, Sophie Salkin, Race Findley, Zachary Hasson and Evan Egerman; (2nd row, from left): Tali Goldkorn, Julia Horowitz, Piper Johnson, Emma Shapira and Lisa Tonley; (Back row, from left): Misty Johnson, Donna Jung and Noah Gabayan.
East West Bank Set To Open Full-Service Las Vegas Commercial Banking Center By Laura Coleman East West Bank announced this week that they opened their commercial banking center in Las Vegas, making it the Bank’s first full-service commercial branch in Nevada. “There are so many opportunities arising in Las Vegas for overseas investors right now,
and as the largest ChineseAmerican bank in the country, we’re excited to bring to Las Vegas the same proven service and products that our customers have become accustomed to over the years,” said Janet Chao, senior VP and director of Nevada for East West Bank.
Aside from customized personal banking services, the commercial banking center will also specialize in other areas including real estate lending and small business lending. The center will also offer “Professional Practice Solutions,” which is a tailored solution
Middle Schoolers Learn About Government, Safety, High School Life At Teen Leadership Day Committee and investigating the Beverly Hills Fire and Police Departments. The day ended with a trip to the Gibson LA office and studio where students glimpsed inside the world of music and recording artists.
(see ‘MONTAGE SUITE 100’ page 16)
NEW COMMISSIONER WELCOMED–The Beverly Hills City Council installed Jerrold S. Felsenthal as Public Works Commissioner Tuesday. Pictured (from left): Councilmember Nancy Krasne, Felsenthal, Mayor Lili Bosse and Councilmember John Mirisch. ROBOTICS– Board Member Howard Goldstein and BHHS PTSA President Franny R e n n i e showed thier support for the Beverly HIlls High School Robotics team last month at a Robotics competition.
(see ‘EAST WEST BANK’ page 16)
TEEN LEADERSHIP DAY – Among the many governmental and public safety activities available for Beverly Hills youth at Teen Leadership Day was the ability to work with Beverly Hills Firefighters to put out fires. Pictured left: a Beverly Hills firefighter works with Samuel Hannani to extinguish a small fire.
By Victoria Talbot Students from the 7th and 8th grade classes at all four of Beverly Hills middle schools spent last Friday investigating City government, holding break-out sessions with student leaders from the Teen Advisory
tennial celebration, Montage is one of 5 luxury hotels participating in the hospitality promotion created by the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau. Each property redecorated one of its suites in the
Teen Leadership Day is an opportunity for students to explore leadership roles, to learn leadership skills for high school and to pave the way to an active role in student government. (see ‘TEEN LEADERSHIP’ page 16)
NEW HOME—Chai Lifeline, the international health organization for children living with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses or chronic conditions, celebrated the opening of its Chai Lifeline West Coast, Sohacheski Family Center with a ribbon cutting at its newly acquired facility at 475 S. Robertson Blvd. The event was attended by more than 200 supporters and community leaders. The facility features a dedicated Kids Space for art therapy and other activities, and a Family Lounge and Skype area to increase and improve access to medical experts.
MARATHON KIDS–Horace Mann students took part in the Marathon Kids event at Cal State L.A. Pictured (from left), the Ricks family: Florinda Ricks, Ethan Ricks, Ryder Ricks, Ronald Ricks II (Horace Mann 1st grader), and Ronald Ricks Sr.
Beverly Hills Resident Almost Dies In Glider Accident By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills resident and dermatological surgeon Dr. David Amron had an unexpectedly “harrowing” experience while filming an episode for Celebrity Plastic Surgeons Of Beverly Hills two weeks ago
when a glider he was flying in at Wrightwood crashed into a mountain, almost killing him and the pilot. “They were trying to show what we do on the weekends,” he told The Courier. “I thought (see ‘GLIDER ACCIDENT’ page 16)
C O M M U N I T Y S E RV I C E S SHOWCASE DAY–Allen Yu from ASTEME Math and STEM LEARNING CENTER shows examples of 3-D printing and Elizabeth Rosema from Play-Well TEKnologies holds Legos, part of the summer enrichment courses that were showcased Sunday at the Farmer’s Market. For more information see the Community Services quarterly brochure www.bever lyhills.org/BHRegOnline.
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falling in love with a puppeteer. Not to overlook her triumph in the film adaptation of Fanny. And those stage roles in On Your Toes, Can Can, A Little Night Music, etc. One could go on.
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Honoree Leslie Caron was welcomed by Professional Dancers Society president Mitzi Gaynor to the 27th Annual Spring Luncheon at the Beverly Hilton.
Showtime, everybody! Stars shining brightly. We’re greeting Leslie
Caron, flying here from her native France. And Mitzi Gaynor, president for 10 years of the Professional Dancers Society, all the while corralling big bucks for this impressive charity.
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very spring, these raisethe-roof annual luncheons are funded by board chair Joni Berry and her Eichenbaum Foundation at The Beverly Hilton. The monies allow generous assistance for hoofers, also known as gypsies in showbiz parlance. Hoofers for all ages in need. Medical. Survival. Whatever keeps life going after their toned muscles and worn physiques ache for the kindness of the human heart. Yes, PDS is all heart. There, when called for. To bring the groceries home.
Ravishing they are: Leslie
and Mitzi. Glance at their photo on this page, and agree. Now, if you don’t know these grand ladies from their gorgeous artistry, shame on you.
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beauty Leslie (dad a French chemist, mom an American) was discovered by Gene Kelly while performing in Roland Petit’s acclaimed ballet company in Paris. Casting the gamin Leslie as his co-star in George Gershwin’s sublime An American In Paris, followed by more flawless and unforgettable performances. From Gigi with Louis Jourdan and Maurice Chevalier (Thank Heaven For Little Girls), to the enchanting film Lili, with Leslie
belong in Hollywood, the French have heard my name, but have no idea what I’ve done,” she’s told Louette Harding of the London Mail. Leslie next stars wtih David Engel in Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks from April 28 to June 8 at the Laguna Playhouse.
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ow, let’s have a go and loud cheer for our Mitzi Gaynor. Born to make people happy with her starpower. She’s invited gung-ho honorees from Julie Andrews to Carol Burnett to Ben Vereen to these fun-filled PDS parties.
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itzi’s films are classics. Her timeless South Pacific with Rossano Brazzi. Those fabulous Les Girls. And that host of pure cinema delights that are ours forever.
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his spring’s PDS luncheon also honored choreographers Dee Dee Wood and late husband Marc Breaux whose works remain inimitable. (Mary Poppins, Sound Of Music,
Chiti Chiti Bang Bang, etc.) While dancer Rick Rozzini was elected by Gerri Reddick to wear the infamous Gypsy Robe for the coming year, a robe designed with a slap and tickle by Ret Turner.
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hirley Temple’s career was highlighted by montage maistro, Lee Hale, who created montages of Leslie and the world’s best dance movies.
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an Can dancers, Tyce Diorio’s hoofers and hooferettes polished the parquet with high kicks and low sashays, as did the Carousel Company. In truth, entertainment all around. Along with a menu of carrot soup, chicken piccata with vegetables, and baked Alaska.
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n afternoon mingling with Florence Henderson, the venerable Norman Lloyd, who joined Leslie at her table, Chita Rivera, Dick Van Dyke, Pat Crowley Friendly, Ruta Lee and Webb Lowe, Alice and her filmographer husband Leonard Maltin, who “never met a chocolate I didn’t like,” The Courier’s Clif and Candace Smith and Marcia Hobbs, Joe Tremaine, the Improv’s Alex and Budd Friedman, Sandra Moss, Gloria and Mike Franks, Juli
Hutner, Patricia Ward Kelly (Mrs. Gene), Ava Astaire (daugther of Fred), Linda and March Schwartz, Maxine Picard, Richard Hoffman, Mitzi’s managers Shane Rosamonda and Rene Reyes who booked her at Atlanta’s Theatre Under The Stars with a sold-out house of 2,894 fans, and are now begging her to write that long-expected autobiography.
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ive ‘em the old Razzle Dazzle,” Richard Gere crooned as Billy in Fred Ebb and John Kander’s blockbuster musical Chicago. “Give ’em an act with lots of flash in it/And the reaction will be passionate … ”
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uge thanks and bows to Mitzi and Joni and their bigtime honorees for our Razzle Dazzle Sundays. Online at www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy
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e’re working in double-time tempo,” says Joni about this 27th Gypsy Awards event.
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DS not long ago became attached to the noble Actors Fund, with Keith McNutt serving as the western region representative. The fund embraced and looked after the gifted Eileen Brennan before she those golden angelic voices summoned this adored talent. Page 6 | April 4, 2014
Wolfgang Puck and wife Gelila Assefa red-carpeted during MOCA's 35th Anniversary Gala presented by Louis Vuitton at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA Pharrell Williams and Helen Lasichanh
Tracee Ellis China Chow Ross is Diana Ross’s daughter
Katy Perry
Mayor Eric Garcetti and wife Amy Wakeland
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T H E FA S H I O N O F B E V E R LY H I L L S
The Music Center’s 50th Anniversary Launch Party Kicked Off Tuesday In Style
Host/Boardmember Nigel Lythgoe and Chairman of the Board Lisa Specht dance beside President and CEO of The Music Center Stephen Rountree
Judi Davidson and actress Danielle Vasinova
Fred Sands and President of The Blue Ribbon Carla Sands
Tom Beckmen and Gala Co-Chair Judy Beckmen
Gala committee members Warner and Carol Henry
Former Blue Ribbon President Joni Smith
Philanthropist Glorya Kaufman
Craig Bierley of Cadillac, the Rachelle Carson with evening’s sponsor, with Gala husband Ed Begley Co-Chair Alyce Williamson
Florence Henderson and Christine Ebersole
Catherine and Jeffrey Soros
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SUPPORTING THE DANCERS—Members of the Friars Charitable Foundation showed their support at the Professional Dancers Society luncheon at The Beverly Hilton. From left are: Linda and March Schwartz (executive VP), Lenore Ross, Marilyn Stambler (president), Roy Wallenstein (treasurer) and Lou (secretary) and Fran Zigman. For more on the event, see George Christy’s column, page 6. Photos by Maxine Picard.
Thalians Gala To Honor Smokey Robinson, Support UCLA’s Operation Mend For Vets The Thalians, an entertainment industry’s nonprofit formed for the treatment of mental health, will honor rock ‘n’ roll hall of famer, music legend and multi-Grammy winner Smokey Robinson with its “Mr. Wonderful” Award at its 56th anniversary gala at House of Blues, Sunset Strip, on Saturday, April 26. For the second time, the beneficiary of The Thalians philanthropic efforts will be UCLA’s Operation Mend , a partnership among Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas and the Veterans Adminis-
tration of the Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. Operation Mend was established to provide healthcare services to U.S. military personnel injured while serving their country in Iraq and Afghanistan. This year’s Thalians gala proceeds benefit the mental health and wellness programs for America’s wounded warriors. The Thalians “Hollywood for Mental Health,” long led by President Debbie Reynolds and Board Chair Ruta Lee, has raised more than $30 million in support of The Thalians Mental Health Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, treating dis-
eases ranging from autism, Alzheimer’s, bi-polar disorder and schizophrenia, to phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, and addictions. “In an effort to give where it is needed most,” says co-chair Kira Lorsch, “we intend to focus our efforts on UCLA Operation Mend serving our country’s wounded military men and women and their families.” For tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact The Thalians at 818-994-4661 or wlmailhtml:scherr@theproperimageevents.com. For more information, visit http://www.thethalians.org.
LACO Presents Chaplin In Annual ‘Silent’ Event Scores for Charlie Chaplin classics Modern Times and Kid Auto Races at Venice will be featured and performed live in the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s Annual Silent Film Event, at 6:30 p.m., Sunday June 8 at UCLA’s Royce Hall, 752 Charles East Young Dr. The evening marks the 100th anniversary of Kid, the first film in which Chaplin appears as the now-iconic Little Tramp, and the 125th anniversary of Chaplin’s birth in 1889.
Charlie Chaplin in Modern Times.
• Modern Times (1936) with musical arrangement by David Raksin and Edward Powell, features a score restored for live performance by Timothy Brock, who conducts the evening. • The night opens with Kid (1914) with a new score, commissioned by the Cineteca di Bologna and composed by Brock. Actor Dustin Hoffman serves as honorary chairman and Hanna M. Kennedy, Roger
L. Mayer and James D. Rigler are co-chairmen. Following the films, LACO hosts a supper party under the stars on the Ahmanson Terrace outside Royce Hall for VIP patrons. Tickets are $400 (including the post party); $90 for priority seating and $40 for general seating. To purchase and for more information, call 213 622 7001, ext. 1 or visit www.laco.org/events/221/.
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Seinfeld, Romano, Alexander Join For Comedy For A Cause Jerry Seinfeld, Ray Romano and Jason Alexander will presents “Comedy For A Cause,” hosted by KABC, Wednesday, May 14 at The Saban Theatre, 8840 Wilshire Blvd. The one-hour show will be followed by Q&A. • Best known for starring in the hit comedy, Seinfeld, where he played a semi-fictional version of himself from 19891998, Jerry Seinfeld has also
He also created and starred in the TNT comedy-drama Men Of A Certain Age, and has appeared in Parenthood since 2012. • Alexander is best known for his role as George Castanza on Seinfeld. He has also had a successful career on the stage, appearing in several Broadway musicals, including Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, for which he won the Tony Award as Best
Jerry Seinfeld, Jason Alexander and Ray Romano
found success with The Marriage Ref, Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee, and his routines, which have him ranked in the Top 100 Greatest Standups of All Time, • Romano, actor, stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and more, is known for his roles on Everybody Loves Raymond (for which he received the Emmy and five nominations, and voicing Manny in the Ice Age film series.
Leading Actor in a Musical. In addition, he starred in the Los Angeles production of The Producers with Martin Short, among others. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show at 8 p.m. Tickets are: $49, $79, $125, $175 and $250. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult. For more information, call 888-645-5006 or visit www..sabantheatre.org.
HOW DO YOU FEEL? EIF Revlon Run/Walk For Women Aids Cancer Research The Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) and Lilly Tartikoff have announced the 21st annual EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women at L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Saturday May 10, hosted by Halle Berry along with Christina Applegate. “I am honored to once again host this year’s EIF Revlon Run Walk,” said Berry an 8-year participant. “It’s hard to find words to describe what it feels like to be part of such a powerful grassroots event that brings tens of thousands of cancer survivors, patients, loved ones and supporters together. The event is a true testament to the impact we can make if we band together against a common cause.” “I am thrilled for my charity, Right Action for Women (RAW), to be a beneficiary of the run/walk,” said Applegate. “The support we will receive helps provide necessary screenings for women at increased risk for breast cancer. Having participated in the past with my mom and many family members and friends, this event is important to me and I know the funding RAW will receive will help save lives.” EIF, Tartikoff and Ronald O. Perelman, chairman of Revlon, Inc., launched the Run/Walk in L.A. in 1994 with a second event in New York City added shortly after. “It’s hard to believe that it’s already been 21 years,” says Tartikoff. “We have met so many amazing women along this journey. Their spirit and passion has made it possible to raise the much-needed funds that have helped to deliver the innovative, non-toxic treatment for breast cancer called Herceptin. Even more exciting, there is another hopeful non-toxic treatment on the way.” To date, nearly one million people have participated in the events and they have distributed more than $70 million to support women’s cancer research, counseling and outreach programs. Local beneficiaries will include the Cancer Support Community- Benjamin Center, Providence St. Joseph Health & Services Foundation, Revlon/UCLA Women’s Cancer (see ‘RESEARCH,’ page 11)
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Beverly Vista Fifth Grader Is Honoree For Arthritis Walk Beverly Vista fifth grader Rhiannon Carter has been chosen by The Arthritis Foundation’s Pacific Region to serve as the “Youth Honoree” for the 2014 L.A. Walk to Cure Arthritis, Saturday, May 31 at Exposition Park. Carter was an early walker. At 9-months old, she went from crawling to walking to running within a two-week span. But by the age of 2, Oligoarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis changed that. Following her sister’s birthday party, her knees were so swollen she went back to crawling and was no longer the energetic little girl she had been. She simply stopped walking. Carter currently takes medication by pill, injection and infusion just to be able to run and play at school. She has participated in many
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Arthritis Foundation activities including the Arthritis Walk,
Jingle Bell Run, and the Juvenile Arthritis Conference. Carter regularly takes part in educational opportunities. She has spoken to groups ranging from six to 600 spreading the word that children get arthritis too. Now 10-1/2, Carter enjoys soccer, music, singing and kick ball. Her favorite school subjects are computers and math. The annual walk raises funds to fight arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability, effecting 53 million adults and 300,000 children. Funds raised go to research for finding a cure for arthritis which effects more than 1.2 million adults and 38,000 children in L.A. County. For more information, visit www.LAArthritisWalk.org or arthritis.org for information about the foundation.
Hormones & Body Fat, Skin Wellness Topic of Meetings The Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club and UCLA Health, have set two upcoming health-related meetings. • Dr. Daniel Dumesic, UCLA reproductive endocrinologist, will discuss the facts and myths surrounding the influence of hormones on body fat in a meeting
from 7-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 9 . Dumesic will discuss the role of hormones, genes and their interactions determining body fat distribution changes as people age. • Dr. Teresa Soriano, UCLA dermatologist, will address ways
to maintain skin wellness in a meeting from 7-8:30 p.m. She will discuss aesthetic dermatologic procedures ranging from dermal fillers to lasers. Both meeting will be at the Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club, 1210 Fourth St. To RSVP, call 800-516-5323.
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UCLA Center For 12-Year-Old Daughter Of Divorce Resists Weekends With Her Father World Health Q. Dear Dr. Fran: It’s been a year since my divorce and out of Dr. Fran Walfish Answers my 12-year-old daughter, who used to love to spend Launches With Panel nowhere, time with her dad, is resisting when it’s time to spend a week-
The inaugural event for the UCLA Center for World Health will be a program and panel discussion “Global Health 2035: A World Converging With A Generation,” from noon-3 p.m., Tuesday, April 15 at Tamkin Auditorium, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, 757 Westwood Plaza. Participants will include: Dean Jamison, PhD, lead author with Lawrence Summers of Global Health 2035; Victoria Fan, ScD, MSc, research fellow, Center for Global Development; Richard Horton, BSc, MB, FRCP, FMedSci, editor-in-chief, The Lancet; Amb. Eric Goosby, MD, former US Global AIDS Coordinator and PEPFAR Director, 2009-2013, and Jon Cohen, correspondent with Science, Atlantic Monthly and other publications. Lunch will be served at noon with the panel beginning promptly at 1 p.m. To RSVP: http://CenterforWorldHealth. eventbrite.com.
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Program, USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Women of Color Breast Cancer Survivors’ Support Project. Early registration is encouraged and may be done by visiting www.revlonrunwalk.org or calling the event hotline, 855-434-3779. Registration is also available on site the day of the event. Participants are encouraged to fundraise individually or create teams.
end with him. I suspect that she would prefer to spend time with her friends versus travel the 2-hours to his house, but I also know that this time is important for both my ex and my daughter. How do I help my daughter understand? Jenny O. A. Dear Jenny: This is a complex situation for a number of reasons. First, any child, teen, or adult, would probably have a problem sitting in a car for a ride 2-hours each way. That’s a long drive. You didn’t say how frequent your daughter’s weekend visits with her dad occur. I will guess that they happen once every two weeks, as is in the majority of custody arrangements. Another possibility to consider may be if your daughter’s father has a new girlfriend, whom you may or may not know about. When parents divorce and a new love interest comes into the picture, powerful feelings emerge in the child. Explore with your daughter to rule this out. Next comes the most important point of all. Your daughter is entering her adolescence. She is now 12-years-old and her social relationships with friends are becoming more important to her. One of the objectives of adolescence is, by age 18, for the teen to resolve the separation and independence they claimed during their toddler phase of development. This means opposition and rebellion rev up as your adolescent grapples with identifying their own opinions about important issues including relationships, religion, sex, character, morals, ethics, politics and people. Their opinions may, or may not, agree with yours. Part of the separation includes spending more time with their peers and less time with their parents. This letting go can be challenging for many parents who want to hold onto their kids. Maintaining and nurturing her relationship with her father will prove important to your daughter now and in her later years. Her relationship with her dad, including the way he treats her and how she views him, will impact her choice of the type of man she will be attracted to and attract in her future. She needs to continue to see her dad regularly. I suggest you explain this to your daughter. Speak with her father privately to see if he would be willing to alternate his visits with his daughter once where he lives, and the next time where
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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK Otis College of Art and Design will showcase work by emerging talent in Graduate Fine Art and Public Practice on April 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the annual Open Studios, 10455 Jefferson Blvd. in Culver City. More than 30 students will exhibit their work in individual studios, project spaces and group galleries. ***** To celebrate its grand opening Takano Beverly Hills, The Man Cave & Beauty Lounge, 9008 Wilshire Blvd., is offering Courier readers 20 percent off services. The Man Cave offers a relaxing and pampering environment with haircuts and color, beard trim, facials and nail care with complimentary beverages and cookies. The Beauty Lounge is a full service organic nail spa and hair salon for women using natural products. For information, call 310276-1758, email takanobeverlyand visit hills@gmail.com www.takanobeverlyills.com. ***** Forever Flamenco! will present Briseyda Zarate and Company at 8 p.m., Sunday, April 13 at The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Ave. (at Normandie). The evening will feature guitarist Gabriel Osuna, singer Jesus Montoya, percussionist Gerardo Morales and dancers Zarate, Vanessa Albalos and
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METRO PERMITS APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL (Continued from page 1)
The first permit, which was approved unanimously, calls for groundwater and methane gas sampling in an existing well that will close traffic lanes along the 800 block of Wilshire Boulevard for one Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The date has not yet been determined, but must be approved by the City Council. The council also added a condition that it must be allowed to view the results of the methane testing. The second permit calls for relocation and installation of underground fiber-optic cables and conduit, which will include street trenching and excavation and was approved by a 4-1 vote (Councilmember John Mirisch dissented). This permit includes traffic control and street trenching/excavation on nine Sundays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Installation and splicing of fiber optic cable will occur Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weeknights, Monday-Friday from midnight to 8 a.m. The work is expected to take 20 total days to complete.
Several Metro Staffers sat in the back of council chambers Tuesday night while councilmembers duked it out with City staffers over the proposed permitting for Metro utility work. Those Metro staffers were never questioned during Tuesday’s meeting. The council requested provisions be made to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that the City had sent to Metro about a month ago to lay out guidelines for construction work on only the utility relocation phase and future permit approvals for that phase. Among those suggestions, were a project manager or firm to oversee Metro and report directly to the City Council, a 24hour phone line staffed by a real person to address construction concerns that residents may have, as well as detailed information on enforcement, accountability and construction issues. City Attorney Larry Wiener assured the council that in the event construction went awry, the City would be covered financially, either through a cash deposit, line of credit or through a bond company.
Andy Sywak of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce told the City Council the Chamber surveyed businesses “in the area” that supports Metro’s work near La Cienega/Wilshire. Problem is, most are not “in the area.” When asked by the Courier, the Chamber named: • Cedars Sinai (biggest employer in Beverly Hills and will directly benefit). • Mickey Fine Pharmacy - 433 N. Roxbury Dr. (not in area) • Xi’an Restaurant - 362 N. Canon (not in area) • North American Realty - 8447 Wilshire Blvd. is the only business in the area
METRO CEQA RULING GOES AGAINST BEVERLY HILLS (Continued from page 1)
Metropolitan Transit Authority’s attempt to force subway tunnels under Beverly Hills High School. On Wednesday, the City and School District received a 15-page final ruling that upheld Torribio’s tentative ruling from early March to deny Beverly Hills’ lawsuits under the the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Public Utilities Code (PUC). City Attorney Larry Wiener told The Courier he was disappointed with Judge Torribio’s decision an that the City would determine its next steps. “We don’t think Metro adequately considered the impacts on our local community as required by law,” Wiener said. In a statement released to The Courier, the Beverly Hills School District said, in part: “The court approved the MTA’s decision-making process, not the decision. The court determined that the MTA made a sufficient inquiry into the location of the stations. We disagree. The statement added: “The court’s decision does not
change the fact that MTA continues to put people at risk by failing to do a thorough seismic analysis along its routes. The community of Beverly Hills will continue to urge that these facts be considered.” Under its CEQA lawsuit, the school district requested Judge Torribio to order Metro to consider trenching results conducted by experts for the District (technically “reopening the administrative record”), based on the fact that Metro had conducted no trenching or other serious investigation into alleged earthquake faults underneath Beverly High, the proposed subway station at Constellation and Avenue of the Stars or along Santa Monica Boulevard. Both the City and the BHUSD’s petitions sought to recirculate the project’s EIR while addressing air quality and mitigation of constructionrelated traffic. The City’s suit centered on the Public Utilities Code (PUC) hearings held with the Metro Board in May 2012 and the City’s belief that it was denied due process in the course of its hearings with Metro for various reasons, including the inability to cross-examine Metro’s “experts” who provided testimony at the hearing.
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CITY COUNCIL STALLS ON SANTA MONICA BLVD CONSTRUCTION (Continued from page 1)
the city council March 4. Foremost in everyone’s mind was how the staff could be so far off with their projections. When you show us a budget that s twice what it was supposed to be I think you have to ask why. There is $6,000,000 on stuff that just was not there,” said Vice Mayor Julian Gold. The crumbling infrastructure beneath Santa Monica Boulevard combined with the astronomical costs have taken the focus away from widening the boulevard, including a landscaped median and striping for a bike path, and refocused on the immediate prob-
lem of how the City will cover the costs. To explain the discrepancy, David Lightner reviewed the original estimate. We are still today at a very preliminary stage,” said Lightner, attempting to lower expectations of an exact estimate. Lightner blamed the higher costs on Psomis’ testing that indicates the removal and re-compaction of subgrade materials that are severely degraded. The road’s degradation is the result of the storm drains beneath the north-alleys and deferred maintenance by Caltrans. A comparison matrix of Psomis’ cost estimates and the estimate the City used to prepare the budget for the reconstruction showed that City staff
did not include general conditions (such as overhead costs) estimated at $3.5 million, underestimated removals, adjustments, grading and site prep, street improvements and signing and striping, and did not include temporary traffic control, landscaping and traffic signal modifications. Staff also underestimated annual escalation expenses. Psomis included two estimates to encompass the cost of widening the boulevard to a uniform 66 feet or leaving the widths of 60-63 feet as they currently exist. One cost-saving measure would be to defer the portion of the project west of Wilshire Boulevard at the Santa Monica intersection until construction on the Beverly Hilton and the
9900 Wilshire projects are complete, reducing costs by $5.2 million. Escalation costs could be offset with those projects’ required street improvements. The City would thus have an additional 4-5 years to accumulate funding. Another concern was how widening on the north side of the street would affect churchgoers and the Beverly Garden Park. The City Council members expressed a preference not to widen the street.. “I can’t see spending $30 million to basically upgrade what we have now,” said Councilmember John Mirisch. He spoke in favor of bike lanes but, “without widening would be the preferred solution.”
NATIONAL LIVABILITY PROGRAM RECOGNIZES BEVERLY HILLS (Continued from page 4)
of civility, respect and responsible action into daily business at City Hall and municipal election proceedings.” Established in 1979, the City Livability Awards are given annually to ten mayors and their cities. The winning cities and their mayors will be honored on Saturday, June 21 in Dallas at the 82nd Annual Conference of Mayors.
JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION POSTS 2014 FINANCIAL DATA (Continued from page 4)
(unaudited) at Dec. 31, 2013 from $812 million one year earlier. Inflows from donors— which included 56 new donor funds, and additions to existing funds—climbed to $100 million last year, an increase of 30 percent from $77 million in 2012. Established in 1954, the JCF is the prime manager of charitable assets and provider of planned-giving solutions for local Jewish philanthropists and currently manages assets of $880 million, ranking it among the 11 largest Los Angeles foundations. For information, visit www.jewishfoundationla.org.
JEFF KOLIN APOLOGIZES TO SCHOOL DISTRICT (Continued from page 4)
Tuesday to authorize a purchase order approval for professional consulting services with Stegeman and Kastner, Inc. for oversight coordination services of the 9900 Wilshire Boulevard Project. Councilman John Mirisch was the lone ‘no’ vote. The school district had specifically asked that certain elements be included in the contract that would have assisted both parties. Superintendent Gary Woods told The Courier he looked forward to continuing to work together with the City as a partner. “I apologize and recognize there could have been better communication,” Kolin wrote.
DONATE LIFE MONTH IN BEVERLY HILLS (Continued from page 4)
congestive heart failure and in 2009, “I crashed,” he says. Multi-organ failure kept him in intensive care for four months. He was not eligible as a candidate for a heart transplant until January of 2010 because he was too sick. To become a registered organ donor visit www.donatelifecalifornia.org.
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B E V E R LY H I L L S R E A L E S TAT E The 50th Annual Pasadena Showcase House Of Design Kicks Off April 13
Catimini Opens On Little Santa Monica Boulevard
50 YEARS OF HOUSES–The English Manor Estate that headlines this year’s Pasadena Showcase House of Design is set on 3.5 acres. The Pasadena home features 7 bedrooms, 10 baths, 5 fireplaces , a bath house and pool. It was designed in 1915 by Stiles O. Clements.
By Laura Coleman In anticipation of this year’s Pasadena Showcase House of Design, which runs from April 13 to May 11, The Courier took an exclusive tour of this year’s home and grounds - which often meant navigating wet paint, plastic sheeting and in-progress installations as the 99-year-old prop-
stunning coffee table book that will also be used as a fundraising tool to support the arts. Eighteen women on the committee were involved in creating the book.
erty gets ready for its newest public debut. Set on 3.5 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, this year’s home, an 8,000square-foot English Manor designed by Stiles O. Clements (who designed both the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood as well as Beverly Hills High’s famed Swim Gym), is certain to
enthrall visitors when the home tour opens to showcase the visions of 19 interior designers and 9 exterior designers. In celebration of this year’s tour, the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts, which puts on the tour as a fundraiser, has created and will offer for purchase, 50 Years of Pasadena Showcase Design Houses, a
LUXURY LIVING– Fran Biles, a past Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts president and production coordinator of the coffee table book highlighting all 50 Pasadena Showcase Houses of Designs, stands inside one of her favorite rooms at this year’s tour–the Salon, which is designed by John Cole Interior Design, Inc.
RELAX AND MUSE–The soft blue walls in the “Young Woman’s Suite,” designed by Alicia Friedmann Interior Design, evoke calmness and serenity.
Among some of the highlights at this year’s Showcase House tour, are meticulously designed rooms where designers have designed the furniture, such as the custom-built wood
credenza painted with silver leaf, individually designed rugs and furniture and a lead crystal chandelier inside “the Salon” designed by John Cole Interior Design, Inc. CLEVER ADAPTATION– Steve Sandalis (pictured) with Mystic Water Gardens transformed the “Creekside Spring House” into a cozy wine cellar that marries fancy and rustic. The river-rock artesian spring house was originally built over the property’s well. Sandalis said he used the still-working well to irrigate some of the garden as well as fill up the spring beside the spring house, which houses koi.
Throughout the Tudor-style house and the lush gardens that mimic the English countryside, this year’s tour will lead visitors on a journey of elegant design, where designers have
layered opulence with creativity and functionality and an effort to provide visitors with a plethora of inspiration. For more information, visit www.pasadenashowcase.org.
the all-volunteer organization has raised of $19 million for non-profit organizations that support music education and the arts through five decades of home and garden tours.
Vacation Home Sales Surge In 2013, NAR Reports By Laura Coleman The National Association of Realtors reported this week that vacation home sales rose strongly in 2013, while investment purchases fell below the elevated levels of the past two
years, according to its 2014 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey. “Growth in the equity markets has greatly benefited high net-worth households, thereby providing the wherewithal and
confidence to purchase recreational property,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Vacation-home sales accounted for 13-percent of all transactions last year, the highest market share since 2006.
NEW BUSINESS–The Paris-based luxury children's brand, Catimini, is holding an “official” opening in Beverly Hills on Wednesday, April 16. The community is invited to a reception to view Catimini's Spring Summer 2014 collection from 4-8 p.m. at 9511 S. Santa Monica Blvd.
By Laura Coleman The Paris-based luxury children's brand opened this month at 9511 S. Santa Monica Blvd. following a multi-year search to come to Beverly Hills. The 900-square-foot store is inside the Writers and Artists building. “I had been working with Catimini for a Beverly Hills location for two years,” leasing agent Michael Lushing, with Lushing Realty Advisors, told The Courier. “What’s special
[about this location] is that it’s only two doors away from Rodeo Drive...you basically have Rodeo Drive visibility without having to pay Rodeo Drive prices.” Lushing, a third-generation Beverly Hills resident, estimated the market price per squarefoot at $8 on South Santa Monica, compared with $12 on Beverly and $60 on Rodeo. Both Rodeo Drive and Beverly Drive in the triangle are completely full, he said. DOHENY AND SCHUYLER RD– A reader sent two photos of the same sign in the same location on two different days this past week, Sunday and Tuesday. Christie St. James and Morgan Canter did not get the memo! See a sign? Snap a photo and send it vtalbot@bhcourier.com
CORRECTION In an article on last Friday’s (March 28) Beverly Hills Real Estate page, it was incorrectly reported that realtor Josh Flagg currently sits on the board of the Friends of Greystone.
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ACURA, ROLLS ROYCE ARE CONTENDERS FOR 8767 WILSHIRE (Continued from page 1)
The applicant is Roundtree Automotive Group, owners of Infiniti of Beverly Hills. The company represents Buick, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, GMC, Infiniti, Jeep, Kia and Nissan. Levyn’s presentation included a description of the Acura NSX, priced at $110,000, which he claims competes with Mercedes, BMW and Lexus, thus qualifying the Acura as a “luxury brand.” Levyn explained that only a few dealerships could operate at that location because of radius restrictions. He listed Lincoln Mercury, Volvo and Acura as luxury brands and
Ferrari, Lamborghini and Rolls Royce as “ultra-luxury” brands. “The only letter of intent that we have received is from Acura,” said Levyn. “The building’s owner had been in discussion with another luxury auto dealership," probed Krasne. “We thought the deal was dead, then the (auto dealership) owner met with the owner of the property and tried to resurrect the deal. We expected a letter of intent, but we never received the letter of intent,” said Levyn. Levyn said the other dealership, O’Gara Coach, wanted a curb cut and changes to the building’s façade that Acura would not require. The Staff report did not include any details about the dealership, Acura or Roundtree Automotive Group.
At the moment that the City Council was prepared to take a vote to approve Acura as a potential tenant for the building, O’Gara Director of Operations Darren Richie spoke from the gallery and requested to address the City Council. Richie had been present throughout the lengthy discussion but had failed to identify himself or to fill out a speaker card. O’Gara Coach handles Bentley, Rolls Royce Bugatti, Lamborghini, and Aston Martin. “We are actively engaged in negotiation,” said Richie. “We are ready, willing and able – and desiring – to be a tenant.” The council voted 4-1 to approve both dealerships as luxury auto dealerships and to leave the decision regarding tenancy to the owners.
EAST WEST BANK OPENS IN LAS VEGAS (Continued from page 5)
package for dentists, veterinarians, optometrist, pharmacists and physicians. “With international trade so prevalent in Nevada, Las Vegas is the ideal location for East West Bank to expand. We’re fully equipped to handle international trade with our vast
GLIDER ACCIDENT ALMOST KILLS BEVERLY HILLS DOCTOR (Continued from page 5)
that gliding was a very safe thing.” “I would never have gone up if I knew glider accidents were that frequent,” he added. According to a Stanford University Engineering Prof. Martin E. Hellman, there are 510 glider fatalities per year in the US. Gliding and Motorgliding
TEEN LEADERSHIP DAY IN BEVERLY HILLS (Continued from page 5)
Hosted by the City’s Community Services Department, the program is an opportunity for students to share their experiences and ideas with likeminded students from other schools. The Teen Advisory Committee gave a presentation on confidence, public speaking and “need-to-know” tips for
MONTAGE BEVERLY HILLS GOES FILM NOIR FOR ITS SUITE 100 (Continued from page 5)
spirit of a designated decade in the City’s rich history, transporting guests back in time. Interior and furniture designer, Nina Petronzio, took the lead on the Montage project, capturing the sultry sophistication and mystique that was epitomized in the 1940s by jaded detectives, femme fatales and smokey jazz clubs. “I wanted to create something more unexpected than a typical Hollywood glamour theme,” said Petronzio. “Film noir provides a feeling and sensibility that exudes mystique, allure and elegance, all prominent in the classic Hollywood crime dramas.” “Nina Petronzio has been the resident designer at the Montage since 2010,” said General Manager Hermann Elger. “Her sensibilities and passion for the 1940s made her the obvious choice for this project.” To further enhance the authenticity of the period, Suite 100 is loaded with vintage details, many from L.A.’s preeminent dealer in 20th century design–Thanks for the Memories. Showcased are pieces with special attention to authenticity and quality such as a John Vassos-designed “RCA Special”
BEVERLY HILLS language abilities and product knowledge,” Chao said. “We’re pleased to bring our personalized Bridge Banking to Las Vegas and make banking easier and more convenient for both our long-term and new customers.” East West Bank recently opened a new, full-service branch in Beverly Hills at 9378 Wilshire Blvd. #100.
International Magazine recently reported that fatal launching accidents account for approximately 20 percent of gliding accidents. Landing accidents make up about 65 percent of all gliding accidents. Amron, who has practiced in Beverly Hills for over 20 years, and is currently at 120 N. Spalding Dr., said the nearmiss accident has unsettled him and he hopes to educate people on the perils of gliders.
entering high school. Students were encouraged to brainstorm ideas for focused activities at the Roxbury Park facility opening later this year. Students interested in future teen events in the 2014-15 year can join the Teen Advisory Committee. The Community Services Department is now accepting applications. Contact Jennifer Leuning, Recreation Coordinator at 310-285-6820.
phonograph player and big band vinyl; the first Underwood “noiseless typewriter”; a collection of literature, games, movies, music, whimsical libations and edibles, all born in the 1940’s. A “Press for Champagne” button immediately beckons a liveried butler, with bubbly in hand. Plush Home, the L.A. based high-end upholstery and case goods brand, created a limited edition furniture collection inspired by furnishings and architectural details of that era. Linda Steinberg Fine Art curated a diverse collection of gallery-level artwork specifically chosen to accompany the wall treatments, furnishings and Schumacher fabric selections. Pricing for the Suite 100 package begins at $1,914 per evening, in a nod to 1914, the year of the city’s incorporation. A unique dining menu will offer popular 1940s’ delicacies such as lobster thermidor, filet Oscar, and classic banana splits served on vintage china along with specialty cocktails reminiscent of the period. Guests may begin booking Suite 100 for stays through and Dec. 31. For reservations, call 855-842-8796 or visit http://www.montagebeverlyhills.com/beverly-hills-packages.php.
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The Foundation BH Announces The Opening Of The Summer Academy BH Registration he Summer Academy BH K-8 Summer Enrichment (a program of The Foundation BH) is open for registration. The roster of classes will engage students in English, art, athletics and STE(A)M programs. With more than 20 classes offered, there is something to meet everyone’s interests and keep students involved with school through the summer vacation. Classes will be available in half or full day formats and will run from 6/4 until 7/11, split into 3 sessions. Whether parents sign up for 1 or 3 sessions, there will be no repeated material • Summer Academy at BHHS is offering academic opportunities that help students (grade 9-12) progress toward their college goals. Classes will run from 6/9 – 7/8 and be split into two sessions. • New this year is the Summer Sports Clinic. Appropriate for all high school students. This clinic provides comprehensive training focused on cardio, fitness, and fun with highly qualified coaching staff. The courses are open to both BHUSD and out-of-district students Those who sign up by April 11 can take advantage of the early registration discount. Visit the website www.TheFoundationBH.org for full descriptions and the most updated information. Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Offerings this year include: • Grades K-2: (at Beverly Vista)
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Kindergarten Cubs & Kindergarten Pups, First Grade Explorers & First Grade Habitats, Second Grade Goes Global & Second Grade Goes Galactic, Glee Stars, So You Want to be a Jedi? and Robots & Monsters • Grades 3-5: (at Beverly Vista) Junior Einsteins, Intro to Robotics, Math Magic, Write Right!, Art Around the World, Cartooning, Need to Knit, Painting Like the Masters, CardiYoga, Junior Norman Sports Academy, Glee Stars, So You Want to be a Jedi? and Robots & Monsters • Grades 6-8: (at BHHS) Math Magic, Fun with Physics, So You Wanna Be a Doctor, Emerging Authors, Cartooning, The World of Fantasy Art, Art of Persuasion, Junior Dance Company, Junior Norman Spor ts Academy, MakerStudio, Places Please! and Fame, Jr. • High School (at BHHS): Photography, Creative Writing, Journalism, Health Education, Refresher Algebra, Algebra 3/4, Geometr y, Math Analysis, Biology, Chemistr y, Physics, United States Histor y, and World History/Geography. SAT/ACT prep courses and Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy will also be available. • Summer Sports Clinic for High School Students (at BHHS): Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling, Water Polo & Swimming. For more information contact the Summer Academy office, 310-5571625.
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A Special Supplement
Pacific Oaks College Announces New Trauma Studies Specialization he School of Cultural and Family Psychology at Pacific Oaks College has announced a new Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy specialization in Trauma Studies, launching this fall. Students in this specialization will develop skills to work in mental health settings, veterans’ hospitals, gang-intervention programs, continuation schools, immigrant detention centers and domestic violence and child abuse centers. “The Marriage and Family Therapy department in the School of Cultural and Family Psychology
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believes that the Trauma Specialization within a social ecological context is in keeping with our social-justice mission that underscores urgent societal issues that have long term disabling effects on the family health, child development and well-being,” said Connie Destito, director, School of Cultural and Family Psychology. The Trauma Studies specialization is organized around four foundational competencies: theoretical, clinical, sociopolitical/cultural and case studies. These competencies are the core foundation for understanding and application of the work of trauma and
mental health. The curriculum will address a selected realm of topics, including complex and post-traumatic stress disorder, neurobiology and trauma, attachment trauma, culture and trauma, historical trauma, adult survivors of sexual assault, sexual abuse and family violence, combat trauma, polyvictimization and compassion fatigue. Founded nearly 70 years ago by a small group of Quaker families, Pacific Oaks College is dedicated to the fundamental Quaker principles of inclusion, social justice, and the valu-
ing of every human being. Pacific Oaks College is a nonprofit, accredited higher education institution offering bachelor's-completion, master’s and certificate programs in human development, marriage and family therapy, education, early childhood education, and teacher credentialing. It offers classes at its main campus in Pasadena and at a number of convenient off-site locations throughout California, as well as online. Since 1959, Pacific Oaks has been accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Healthy Cooking With Pamela Salzman
Time For Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs imagine many of you are getting ready to boil eggs soon, either to decorate for Easter or to include at a Passover seder. I loved the annual event of dyeing Easter eggs when I was a child. A quick breakfast for me is a boiled egg or two with a sprinkle of sea salt and a piece of toasted millet bread. Eggs are a great source of inexpensive, usable protein. I’m so glad research is showing that the dietary cholesterol in eggs is nothing to get worked up about. People used to think that foods high in dietary cholesterol increased one’s blood cholesterol, but it’s really saturated fat that seems to be the culprit and most of the fat in eggs is unsaturated. In addition, the phospholipids in the yolk interfere with our absorption of the yolk’s cholesterol. Sadly, my mom’s hard-boiled eggs always came out slightly overcooked and with that unattractive green ring around the yolk, so I was never super enthusiastic about eating more than I
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Special Supplement merge the eggs in ice water to stop the cooking process, just like blanching vegetables. • Either remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a bowl of ice water or drain the eggs in a colander and run them under very cold water. I usually run them under cold wa-
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needed to. Here are a couple of tips to follow: • Fresh eggs are harder to peel, so if you are getting them right from the nest or from the farmer’s market, it’s best to wait a few days before boiling them. If this isn’t possible, add a half teaspoon of baking soda to a quart of water to make the cooking water more alkaline. Also, allow the eggs to firm up in the refrigerator before peeling. • Place the eggs in a pot that’s big enough so the eggs won’t crash into each other. No one likes cracked shells. Fill the pot with enough cold water to cover eggs by an inch. • Put heat on medium-high and bring the water to a full boil. Cover the pot, turn off the heat and set a timer for 10 minutes.
• Why not boil the eggs for 10 minutes? Cooking the eggs in boiling water will overcook them, resulting in a rubbery white and a dry yolk with that unattractive ring around the yolk. You want a solid, but tender white and a moist yolk. Trust me, you do. • After 10 minutes in the pot, sub-
BEVERLY HILLS COURIER | APRIL 4, 2014 Page 19 ter if I want to eat the eggs right away and I want them to be slightly warm. But for decorating, ice water is the way to go. Store them in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Pamela Salzman’s blog “Kitchen Matters,” with tips for healthy kids’ snacks is at pamelasalzman.com.
A N O T H E R B I RT H D AY ! ?
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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Robert Downey Jr., Cloris Leachman, Craig T. Nelson and Sen. Richard Lugar (April 4); Roger Corman, Max Gail, Christine Lahti, Michael Moriarty and Gen. Colin Powell (April 5); Merle Haggard, Marilu Henner, Ari Meyers, Tamara Henry and Billy Dee Williams (April 6); Gov. Jerry Brown, Grace Robbins, Francis Ford Coppola, Lisa Detanna, David Frost, James Garner, Janis Ian, Joan Oates, and Wayne Rogers (April 7); Jane Wooster Scott, Franco Corelli, Shecky Greene,Skye Pingul, and John Schneider (April 8);The Courier’s founder March Schwartz-HAPPY 97th, Hugh Hefner, Sy Sussman, Jean Paul Belmondo, Kay Goldman, Michael Learned, Keshia Knight-Pullam, and Dennis Stevens (April 9); John Madden, Steven Seagal and Omar Sharif (April 10). March Schwartz Jane Wooster Scott
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BACKSTAGE–“Backstage at the Geffen” was a star-studded event which raised $1.4 million for Geffen Playhouse’s varied initiatives. Pictured above (from left): honorees Alan Horn and Steve Martin; storytellers Jennifer Garner and Nathan Fillion; and (left photo): Geffen Playhouse Managing Director Ken Novice (center) is flanked by Board Co-Chairs Pamela Robinson Hollander and Martha Henderson. Photos by Jordan Strauss/Invision “Backstage at the Geffen,” the star-studded event at the Geffen Playhouse and the pre-show host committee dinner grossed more than $1.4 million for the Geffen Playhouse’s education, outreach and artistic initiatives. Honorary co-chairs were Willow Bay and Robert Iger and Ron and Kelly Meyer. Actor-writer-producer Rob Reiner (a BHHS alumnus, pictured right)) presented the “Distribution in Service Award” to Walt Disney Studios’ Chairman Alan F. Horn while composer/musician Mason Williams gave the “Distinction in Theater Award” to Steve Martin. Besides these presentations, it was an irreverent evening of laughter, music and stories. Dancers opened the show to the strains of Pharrell Williams’ mega hit Happy in a foot-stomping number conceived by So You Think You Can Dance choreographers Tabitha and Napoleon D’umo. Host Steve Carell regaled the audience with his version of how the two honorees first met... as the vaudeville team of “Martin and Horn.” Carell’s hilarious “biographical” journey through the years was accompanied by on screen photos of the supposed
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duo superimposed on the faces of legendary teams ranging from Laurel and Hardy to circa 60’s Studio 54 clubbers. Sean Hayes proved that some of your biggest disasters can be your greatest stories. Case in point, as a failed stagehand in an early school production, his notorious “klutziness” resulted in his first award... “The Golden Crutch.” Bounding onto the stage, he lived up to his reputation, by tripping and knocking out the tooth of his fellow classmate who was presenting him the award. Anna Kendrick moved everyone with her rendition of Being Alive from Stephen Sondheim’s Company. She is currently filming the movie version of the musical with Chris Pine, a Geffen Playhouse alum. Jennifer Garner reminisced about her days as an intern in summer stock, where she told a great story about her mentor in theatre and learning a tough lesson about how the show must always go on. Alan Horn’s daughters, Cody and Cassidy, spoke fondly of their father before introducing Reiner, who incorporating a story he was told at a party by Alan’s father, Saul, about how Alan had met his wife 41 years earlier...a touching tale that became the catalyst for the opening of When Harry Met Sally. Mason Williams, responsible for setting a young performer Steve Martin, on his road to stardom as a writer on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, surprised the co-honoree by performing his 1968 mega-hit Classical Gas. As Martin said, he appreciated the plaque, “but would have preferred a trophy.” Martin premiered the first play he had written at the Geffen Playhouse with Picasso At The Lapin Agile in 1993. Nathan Fillion, Marcia Gay Harden, Carrie Fisher, and Norman Jewison also added personal “backstage” stories. A pre-event dinner was in a giant tent designed by Social & Designer 8, directly across the street from the playhouse. Monies raised benefit the playhouse’s artistic initiatives including new play development, playwright commissions, second productions and artistic risks, as well as the theater’s award-winning education and outreach programs, which help bring live theater to more than 15,000 disadvantaged youth, seniors and veterans annually. Title sponsor for the 5th year was City National Bank, and joined by presenting sponsors Audi of America, Social by Samantha Sackler and Tammy Ratner with special thanks to UCLA and Walt Disney Company. ****** Porta Via Restaurant on Canon Drive was the spot for the main supporters of Lupus LA to gather before running or walking in the Big 5K and the LA Marathon. Besides dinner, they toasted each other after raising $65,000 toward a goal of $85,000. To date, donations have come in from from Fenix Cosmetics, Clif Bar, Vita Coco, QALO rings and Nutribullet. Dr. Daniel Wallace, founder of Lupus California, Nooshin Meshkaty plus 50 students from the BHHS Interact Club were among the many participating. Lupus LA’s “The Orange Ball” gala will be held May 8 at The Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire.For further information and tickets visit lupus.org or call 310-657-5667.
ASTROLOGY by Holiday Mathis
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 4). It doesn’t matter how many times you have conquered your fear before, when you do it this time, it will be a truly special experience that elevates you in every sense. An exciting relationship brings unpredictable fun to the next five weeks. In June, a stellar referral leads to work and money. Invest in July. Pisces and Taurus people adore you. ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re engaged in solving a real problem, and not doing it for your health. There’s something you want, so ask for it. Be forthright. Be the one to set the next appointment or ask for a commitment. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ll produce something interesting. While this definitely has merit, you’ll have to take it one step further if you want to get somewhere with this. Answer the hard question: “Why should anyone care?” GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your instincts will give you an edge in all of your dealings, even the extremely logical ones. You see past how much things cost and effectively factor the intangibles into an assessment of true value. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Not everyone is as happy and well adjusted as you. People will adopt a more serious tone than you think they need. Your response is what will escalate or deflate the intensity. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Work going fine yesterday suddenly hits a wonky patch. Start with you, not the problem you are having. How are you being affected? Chances are the dynamic is messing with your perceived status or role. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Unless you write down what you do today, you’re likely to lose track of it, and that would be a shame. The long list of (seemingly easy or at least easy for you) tasks you burn through is a testament to a life you can be proud of. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’re not out to do anything groundbreaking, but you do feel a strong sense of responsibility and a driving desire to do your very best. By following those two imperatives, you could accidentally break ground despite your intentions. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If you get the feeling that someone is running a script on you, you immediately are turned off. You’re an individual who deserves, gives and receives customcatered treatment. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The middle section of a long-term project is somewhat frustrating. Even though you’ve done quite a bit of work, gained a great deal of skill and shown impressive fortitude, there is still a long road ahead. Take heart! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). 310.275.0579 • 434 N. CANON DRIVE What is routine for you will be brand-new to the other person. MON. - THURS. 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM Empathize and go slowly enough FRI. & SAT. 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM through each step that the other person can keep up. Check in I TA L I A N R E S TA U R A N T often to make sure you’re both on the same page. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). When you hear the word “no,” be bold enough to ask whether you made a mistake of some kind. If you really want to hear the answer, you’ll learn something that will lead to the “yes” you seek. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Before you discount the complainers in your midst, consider that these types actually may be making a gesture of good faith. Inside that (rather annoying) concern will be some valuable information.
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From hosting Queen Elizabeth II to Frank Sinatra’s wedding to Barbara Marx, to President Obama’s shirtsleeve summits with the president of China and the king of Jordan, the 200-plus acrecompound known as Sunnylands has hosted its famous guests in unparalleled luxury. Although it still welcomes members of the world’s A-List, Sunnylands is now open to the public for tours and special programs, such as the recently held “Sunnyland Chic: Decor to Couture,” which invited a group of 5 well-known designers to use it and its art treasures as points of inspirations. The result was unveiled at a recent luncheon at the retreat. Showing just how diverse the programs are at Sunnylands, was the recent event titled “Sunnylands Cuisine: Revisited for Today’s Palate,” which featured local chefs and an updated offering of the tastes and beverages of this iconic get-a-way for the famous and powerful. News on upcoming programs is on www.sunnylands.org. ****** Roller-skated car hops darted about one of the pristine hangers of the Palm Springs Air Museum last month, as the Mizell Senior Center rolled back decades of time and presented its 9th “Stars Among Us” gala, an homage to the sights and sounds of American Graffiti. Guests were asked to reach into the backs of their closets and wear the poodle skirts, penny loafers and letterman-jackets of 50 years ago, resulting in a prom-like atmosphere highlighted by a sit-down dinner featuring choices such as chicken TV dinners, fish and chips and corned beef Reubens with fries. Dessert was pure soda fountain fare: malts, root beer floats, banana splits and sundaes. No wonder two sets of cochairs were needed to guide the event, and Judge Arthur Block (ret), Kathy Block, Carol and Dr. Ronald Fragen deserve kudos for creating an evening that unfolded flawlessly. As for entertainment, how could you get more 60’s than the evening’s emcee Cindy Williams, a co-star of American Graffiti, and rock and role headliner, Sha Na Na. However, “Stars Among Us” does not refer to those who have had their names up in lights, The term is reserved for the evening’s honorees: Palm Springs Mayor Steve Pougnet in recognition for his efforts to revitalize the city, Harold Clumeck for his voluntary services to the Mizell Senior Center, and The Community Foundation, an organization which promotes fundraising in the Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Benefiting most from the evening are the frail, homebound and often needy recipients of the number of meals the center will serve in its Meals on Wheels Program, that personally delivers almost 400 meals every weekday. To support this vital service offered by the center, call 760-323-5689.
BRIGHT IDEAS
BY IAN LIVENGOOD / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ When this puzzle is done, the circled letters, reading counterclockwise from the top, will spell a phrase relating to the puzzle’s theme.
RELEASE DATE 3/30/2014
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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT of Los Angeles County, California, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as "District," will receive sealed bids for BID #13-14/011 – HORACE MANN SCHOOL NEW CLASSROOM BUILDING PROJECT at the District Purchasing Department Office, 255 Lasky Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212, no later than 11:00 AM on Friday May 9, 2014. Those bids timely received shall be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be valid for 60 Calendar days after the bid opening date. The project consists of a 60,000 SF new twostory classroom and learning center with approximately 55,000 SF of underground parking and associated site development and landscaping. The project is being built adjacent to an operating and occupied school building. The construction schedule is approximately 19 months long, running from late May 2014 to the end of school winter break 2015 (January 4, 2016). Pre-Qualification Documents will be available for prospective bidders and subcontractors beginning on March 28, 2014, and Bid Contract Documents will be available for bidders beginning on April 9, 2014. Bidders may obtain a copy of the PreQualification Documents and the Contract Bidding 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. To the extent required by Public Contract Code Section 20103.7, the District shall also make the Contract Documents available for review at the following plan rooms: • Planwell – C2 Reprographics – www.c2repro.com • FW Dodge Mcgraw Hill – www.construction.com • iSQFT – www.isqft.com • Reed Construction Data – www.reedconstructiondata.com The District is PreQualifying Bidders and certain subcontractors for this project. Prequalification forms
are available through the District’s Facilities and Planning Department and are contained in the Bid Contract Documents. No bids will be received or opened from Bidders who have not been prequalified as Class B General Contractors through the District’s PreQualification Procedure. All Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Subcontractors (including C-4, C-7, C-10, C16, C-20, C-34, C-36, C38, C-42, C-43, and C46 licenses) listed by Bidders (Designated Subcontractor List) must be pre-qualified through the District’s PreQualification Procedure. A bid will be nonresponsive if any Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Plumbing Subcontractors are submitted that have not been pre-qualified through the District’s Pre-Qualification Procedure.
school site by a District Representative. Note that this project will be constructed adjacent to an operating and occupied school. It is highly recommended that prospective bidders and prequalifying subcontractors attend the job walk. Prospective bidders may not visit the Project Site without making arrangements through the Facilities and Planning Department.
In accordance with the provisions of California Business and Professions Code Section 7028.15 and Public Contract Code Section 3300, the District requires that the bidder possess the following classification(s) of contractor's license(s) at the time the bid is submitted: CLASS B. Any bidder not so licensed at the time of the bid opening will be rejected as nonresponContractors are encour- sive. aged to submit prequalification packages as The last day to submit soon as possible so that questions shall be 12:00 they may be notified of pm on Thursday May prequalification status 1, 2014. All questions well in advance. The must be submitted in prequalification pack- accordance with the ages should be sealed, procedures set forth in marked “CONFIDEN- the Information for TIAL PREQUALIFICA- Bidders. TION,” and delivered to the following: Beverly Each bid shall be Hills Unified School accompanied by a bid District Purchasing security in the form of Department, 255 South cash, a certified or Lasky Drive, Beverly cashier's check or bid Hills, CA 90212. (310) bond in an amount not 551-5100 x 2390. less than ten percent Prequalification pack- (10%) of the total bid ages must be submitted price, payable to the no later than 2:00 PM District. on Tuesday April 15, 2014. Each Bidder is required to be enrolled in the The questionnaire District Owner answers and financial Controlled Insurance statements included in Program (OCIP) known the prequalification as the SEWUP packages submitted by Program. contractors are not public records and are not The District reserves the open to public inspec- right to reject any or all tion. All such informa- bids or to waive any tion provided will be kept irregularities or informalconfidential to the extent ities in any bids or in the permitted by law, bidding process. although the contents may be disclosed to The project shall require third parties for the pur- prevailing wage complipose of verification, ance. The District has investigation of substan- obtained from the tial allegations, and in California Department the process of any sub- of Industrial Relations sequent proceedings. the general prevailing State law requires that rate of per diem wages the names of contrac- in the locality in which tors applying for pre- this work is to be perqualification status shall formed for each craft or be public records sub- type of worker needed ject to disclosure, and for the Project. It shall the first page of the be mandatory upon the questionnaire will be successful bidder to used for that purpose. whom the contract is awarded, and upon any A “NON-MANDATORY” subcontractor listed, to Pre-Bid Conference and pay not less than the walk will be held at said specified rates to 10:00 am on Monday all workers employed by April 14, 2014, at the them for the Project. Horace Mann School, 8701 Charleville Blvd., No bidder may withdraw Beverly Hills, CA 90211. any bid for a period of Attendees must be on Sixty (60) calendar days time. All attendees will after the date set for the be escorted through the opening of bids.
Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code, the Agreement will contain provisions permitting the successful bidder to substitute securities for any monies withheld by the District to ensure performance under the Agreement or permitting payment of retentions earned directly into escrow.
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS
Project: Projector Mounting and Audio/ Video Installation Project #: BID #1314/010 Bid Deadline: 10:00 a.m. on Monday April 14, 2014 Place of Bid Receipt: Purchasing Office 255 S. Lasky Drive, Hills, Award of Contract: The Beverly District shall award the California 90212 Contract for the Project to the lowest responsi- Notice is hereby given ble prequalified bidder that the Beverly Hills as determined from the Unified School District base bid alone by the of Los Angeles County, District. The District California, acting by through its reserves the right to and Board, reject any or all bids or Governing to waive any irregulari- hereinafter referred to ties or informalities in as the “District”, will any bid or in the bidding receive up to, but no process. Bid protests, if later than, the above any, must comply with stated time, sealed the requirements set bids for the award of a forth in the information contract for the above for Bidders in order to project. All bids must be timely and consid- state on the outside of the envelope in the ered by the District. lower left hand corner Publication Dates: March the project title and number. All bids shall 28, 2014 & April 4, 2014 –––––– be made on the forms FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME furnished by the STATEMENT 2014047313 The District.
following is/are doing business as: KONSTRUKT PHOTOGRAPHY 914 S. Wilton Pl. #321, Los Angeles, CA 90019; Jean Bai 914 S. Wilton Pl. #321, Los Angeles, CA 90019; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 15, 2013: Jean Bai: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 21, 2014; Published: March 21, 28, April 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072623 The following is/are doing business as: SHOP UNDER THE SUN 414 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Lynne Praver 414 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein February 01, 2014: Lynne Praver: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072624 The following is/are doing business as: OLYMPIC INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT 9200 W. Olympic Blvd. #200, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Betty F. Helfen 9200 W. Olympic Blvd. #200, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 1960: Betty F. Helfen: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C
BEVERLY HILLS
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Those bids timely received shall be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts of any bid and to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bid. A mandatory job walk is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Monday 4/7/14 at Hawthorne School 624 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 and 4:30 p.m. at Beverly Hills High School 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212. Attendees must be on time to sign in. All attendees will be escorted through the school sites by a District Representative. The last day to submit questions shall be 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 9/2014. All questions must be submitted in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Information to Bidders. The services will consist of the furnishing design, procurement and installation of short throw projectors, audio/video cabling, and electrical work. Projectors will be anchored on wall above the whiteboards and wired into the classroom technology system to take advantage of the projectors’ interactive features and to connect it with a
computer, document AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) camera, or other has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) teaching equipment. listed herein: Nicole Sejzer: Statement is filed with the Each Bid must conform County of Los Angeles: March and be responsive to 27, 2014; Published: April 04, the contract docu- 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C ments, copies of which –––––– are on file, and may be FICTITIOUS BUSINESS obtained from the NAME STATEMENT Purchasing Office at 2014079700 The following the above address or is/are doing business as: contact Dianne Richard IBERA CAREGIVING SER5100 Pearl Ct., at 310-551-5100 ext. VICES 2249 or E-mail Lancaster, CA 93536; Iberadrichard@bhusd.org. Borja Services, Inc. 5100 Each bidder may obtain Pearl Ct., Quartz Hill, CA one (1) set of bid doc- 93536; The business is conducted by: A CORPORAuments. TION, registrant(s) has NOT Each bidder will be begun to transact business under the name(s) listed required to furnish and herein: Rosalia Maghari, maintain Commercial Treasurer: Statement is filed General Liability with the County of Los Insurance, endorsed Angeles: March 27, 2014; naming the District as Published: April 04, 11, 18, “additional insured”, 25, 2014 LACC N/C Comprehensive –––––– Automobile Liability FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Insurance and Workers’ NAME STATEMENT Compensation Insurance. 2014071746 The following is/are doing business as: 1) Bidders are required to DAMNSEL 2) RCF FASHION furnish the District with 9201 Sunset Blvd. #701, Los Bid Security for 10% of Angeles, CA 90069; Rachel the total amount of the Feinberg 700 Walden Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The bid. business is conducted by: AN Each contractor/sub- INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact busicontractor shall pos- ness under the name(s) listsess at the time this ed herein September 01, contract is awarded a 2013: Rachel Feinberg: C-7 / C-10 contractor’s Statement is filed with the license, pursuant to County of Los Angeles: March Public Contract Code 18, 2014; Published: April 04, Section 3300. The suc- 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C cessful bidder must –––––– maintain the license FICTITIOUS BUSINESS STATEMENT throughout the dura- NAME 2014082978 The following tion of this contract. is/are doing business as: No bidder may with- SUCCESS MEDIA SERdraw their bid for a VICES 1240 N. Ogden Dr. #1, period of Sixty (60) West Hollywood, CA 90046; days after the date set Paul Archambault 1240 N. for the opening of bids. Ogden Dr. #1, West The District reserves Hollywood, CA 90046; The the right to waive any business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) irregularities, accept or has NOT begun to transact reject any or all bids business under the name(s) and to accept or reject listed herein: Paul any item thereon, and Archambault: Statement is to contract in the best filed with the County of Los interest of the District. Angeles: March 27, 2014; Published: April 04, 11, 18, Publication Dates: 25, 2014 LACC N/C 3/28/14 & 4/4/14 –––––– –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014079702 The following is/are doing business as: 1) CENTER FOR THE PROMOTION OF INTIMACY, INC. 2) PURE-EATS 10350 Santa Monica Blvd. #300, Los Angeles, CA 90025; Center For The Promotion of Intimacy, Inc. 10350 Santa Monica Blvd. #300, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Elizabeth Shatzkin, CEO-Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 27, 2014; Published: April 04, 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014079701 The following is/are doing business as: SAGE ACCESSORIES 10401 Venice Blvd. #315, Los Angeles, CA 90034; Nicole Sejzer 10401 Venice Blvd. #315, Los Angeles, CA 90034; The business is conducted by:
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PUBLIC NOTICES BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS Project: Audio Visual Equipment Project #: BID #1314/009 Bid Deadline: 11:00 a.m. on Monday April 14, 2014 Place of Bid Receipt: Purchasing Office 255 S. Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90212 Notice is hereby given that the Beverly Hills Unified School District of Los Angeles County, California, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as the “District”, will receive up to, but no later than, the above stated time, sealed bids for the award of a contract for the above project. All bids must state on the outside of the envelope in the lower left hand corner the project title and number. All bids shall be made on the forms furnished by the District. Those bids timely received shall be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts of any bid and to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bid. The last day to submit questions shall be 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 9/2014. All questions must be submitted in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Information to Bidders. The contract will consist of the furnishing Epson short throw projectors, Elmo Document cameras, Amplivox multimedia lecterns, speakers and amplifiers to the District. Each Bid must conform and be responsive to the contract documents, copies of which are on file, and may be obtained from the Purchasing Office at the above address or contact Dianne Richard at 310-551-5100 ext. 2249 or E-mail drichard@bhusd.org. Each bidder may obtain one (1) set of bid documents. Bidders are required to furnish the District with Bid Security for 10% of the total amount of the bid. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of Sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening of bids. The District reserves the right to waive any
irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids and to accept or reject any item thereon, and to contract in the best interest of the District. Publication Dates: 3/28/14 & 4/4/14 –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014042213 The following is/are doing business as: BUSINCA-BUSINESS UNIVERSAL SERVICES 2) BUSINKA 5460 White Oak Ave. #A126, Encino, CA 91316; Andzheliya Estrin 5460 White Oak Ave. #A126, Encino, CA 91316; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2014: Andzheliya Estrin: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 18, 2014; Published: March 14, 21, 28, April 04, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014061129 The following is/are doing business as: MORGENTHAL FREDERICS 309 S. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Luxury Optical Holdings Co 2651 Crimson Canyon Dr. #110, Las Vegas, NV 89128; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 01, 2013: Glenn Reisch, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 06, 2014; Published: March 14, 21, 28, April 04, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014065460 The following is/are doing business as: DOVER GRAY 8391 Beverly Blvd. #582, Los Angeles, CA 90048; Heather Perry Contopulos 8391 Beverly Blvd. #582, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun NOT to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Heather Perry Contopulos: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 11, 2014; Published: March 14, 21, 28, April 04, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014058910 The following is/are doing business as: BYCHIVONNE 2) CREATIVE CREATIONS MUSIC PUBLISHING 3) SIDUS RECORDS 9100 Wilshire Blvd. #225 East Tower, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Eclat Media Enterprises, Inc. 9100 Wilshire Blvd. #225 East Tower, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein February 01, 2014: Yvonne Sangudi, Chief Executive Officer: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 05, 2014; Published: March 21, 28, April 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014058908 The following is/are doing business as: 1) RML HEALTH AND WELLNESS 2) RML CONSULTING 3) COCO MILK 4) NANU FRESH ORGANICS 2355 Westwood Blvd. #940, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Rachel Lazenby 2355 Westwood Blvd. #940, Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Rachel Lazenby: Statement is filed with the County of Los
Angeles: March 05, 2014; Published: March 21, 28, April 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014058908 The following is/are doing business as: 1) RML HEALTH AND WELLNESS 2) RML CONSULTING 3) COCO MILK 4) NANU FRESH ORGANICS 2355 Westwood Blvd. #940, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Rachel Lazenby 2355 Westwood Blvd. #940, Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Rachel Lazenby: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 05, 2014; Published: March 21, 28, April 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014058909 The following is/are doing business as: MESSY BABY L.A. 1828 Holmby Ave. #104, Los Angeles, CA 90025; Jill Brenda Lipschultz 1828 Holmby Ave. #104, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Jill Brenda Lipschultz: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 05, 2014; Published: March 21, 28, April 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014047313 The following is/are doing business as: KONSTRUKT PHOTOGRAPHY 914 S. Wilton Pl. #321, Los Angeles, CA 90019; Jean Bai 914 S. Wilton Pl. #321, Los Angeles, CA 90019; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 15, 2013: Jean Bai: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 21, 2014; Published: March 21, 28, April 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072623 The following is/are doing business as: SHOP UNDER THE SUN 414 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Lynne Praver 414 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein February 01, 2014: Lynne Praver: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072624 The following is/are doing business as: OLYMPIC INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT 9200 W. Olympic Blvd. #200, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Betty F. Helfen 9200 W. Olympic Blvd. #200, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 1960: Betty F. Helfen: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072625 The following is/are doing business as: DANESH UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES 240 S. La Cienega Blvd. #400, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Gina Danesh 240 S. La Cienega Blvd. #400, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL,
registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Gina Danesh: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072626 The following is/are doing business as: HB PROPERTIES 174 N. Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The Pitson Family Revocable Living Trust 174 N. Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Joseph and Ellen Blumenfeld Family Trust 5209 Oakdale Ave., Woodland Hills, CA 91367; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Miriam Pitson, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072627 The following is/are doing business as: THE BOHLE COMPANY 2030 N. Beverly Glen, Los Angeles, CA 90077; Sue Bohle & Associates, Inc. 2030 N. Beverly Glen, Los Angeles, CA 90077; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 04, 2002: Sue Bohle, President/CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014072628 The following is/are doing business as: FRONS CONSULTING 17011 Encino Hills Dr., Encino, CA 91436; Brian Scott Frons 17011 Encino Hills Dr., Encino, CA 91436; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein March 01, 2014: Brian Scott Frons: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 19, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014053318 The following is/are doing business as: BODA BOOKS 2355 Westwood Blvd. #907, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Paul James Crehan 1751 N. Beverly Glen Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90077; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Paul Crehan: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: February 27, 2014; Published: March 28, April 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014086483 The following is/are doing business as: 1) AZTEC APARTMENTS 2) NAVAJO APARTMENTS 4845 Santa Ana St., Cudahy, CA 90201; Hilton Eidelman 1011 N. Hilldale Ave. #3, West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2002: Hilton Eidelman, General Partner of Eidelman Family Limited Partnership: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 01, 2014; Published: April 04, 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT 2014086492 The following is/are doing business as: THE 2971 W. 8TH ST. PARTNERSHIP 2217 Fox Hills Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Frank Gussman 2217 Fox Hills Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Roberta Gussman 2217 Fox Hills Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein August 01, 1999: Roberta Gussman: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 01, 2014; Published: April 04, 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014079703 The following is/are doing business as: ARLENE HOWARD PUBLIC RELATIONS 2701 Ocean Park Blvd. #210, Santa Monica, CA 90405; AHPR Inc. 2701 Ocean Park Blvd. #210, Santa Monica, CA 90405; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 07, 2005: Arlene Howard, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 27, 2014; Published: April 04, 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C
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BARRETT LAKE WINERY, LLC 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. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamade telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encorntrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede paga a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, las corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitaje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
The name and address of the court is: (El Nombre y direccion de la corte es): SAN DIEGO CO. SUPERIOR COURT 330 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El Nombre , la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado de demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado es) Jason E. Turner, Esq./J. Turner Law Group, APC 823 Anchorage Pl, Chula Vista, CA 91914 • Ph: 619-684-4005 JULY 5, 2013 DATE (Fecha): By: Clerk (Secretario) B. Orihuela , Deputy (Adjunto) Beverly Hills Courier • Published 03/28/14, 04/04/14, 04/11/14, 04/18/14
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• New Beginning • ARE YOU A Private Care Services SENIOR AND NEED Our Goal: ASSISTANCE? To provide quality care We can help YOU! for your loved one.
Caregivers / Companions / CNA’s
with great experience & dedication. We have 323/839-0866 experience with the Email: mentally impaired. t8inla@gmail.com Your Personal Care Manager always avail. C ALL J ULIE : GET 818/916-2146 • ORGANIZED! •
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Great References.
P ERSONAL /O FFICE —————–––– A SSISTANT AVAILABLE Caregiver/ W / B OOKKEEPING H o use Manager/ E XPERIENCE P e r s onal Assistant • • • • • • •
LESSONS Honest, Reliable Motivated, Honest, On-Site Years of Experience & Responsible. Eager & Passionate. as Professional Excellent References. Problem Solver. Singer/Musician/Teacher. Please Call: SPECIALIST Majored in P.R. & 310/280-6215 BM-Northwestern Communications. Small Business Networks Univ. School of Music V ERY E XPERIENCED. Data Safeguard & Recovery
COMPUTER
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Contact: Tate F. (Confidant) Call or Text:
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We provide experienced Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s for seniors needing companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, light housekeeping, etc... We offer responsible and nurturing care. Our staff is thoroughly screened and we care. Live In/Out.
RETIRED RN
NEED HELP?
is Available for PERSONAL ASSISTANT OR NURSE COMPANION OR CAREGIVER Price Negotiable.
WE UNDERSTAND.. .
GRADUATE STUDENT Repair & Training
213/364-1470
TUTORING
Call Sarah: 310/972-0164
Mama’s caregivers are loving, caring, trained & bonded. Live in or out.
M AMA’ S H OME C ARE 323/655-2622
Contact Ruth at
88 ELDERLY CARE SERVICES
Removal Affordable Experienced • Website Design CALL E. STURM: Caregiver’s / CNA’s 310/678-2173 24-Hours • 7 Days/Week 4/8/12+ Hour Shifts Avail. Excellent References.
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24-Hrs: 805/558-3517 BLESSING HANDS HOME CARE
310/570-7924
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Experienced European www.shopitla.com Female Available. Mon-Sat. 10-6pm • R ELIABLE C ARE • Fluent English. Bonded, Insured, Discrete.
www.bhcourier.com
Ask for Sean 310-441-1799 sean@shopitla.com
• ELDERCARE • IN-HOME SPECIALIST
Owned/Operated by R.N.’s —————–––– • Caregivers
CAREGIVER/ COMPANION
Cooking, light cleaning & activities.
• GREAT REFERENCES • 310/402-4100
Required for 3 days. Must have experience with stroke victims, administrating medication, providing companionship and cooking. Must speak English without heavy accent. Must provide 2-3 recent references and willing to provide info for background check.
Please contact Jeff
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We Will Sell for Call For A Free Estimate! 818/746-3904 You on EBAY!
Great paying positions available throughout Los Angeles, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Bel Aire, Pacific Palisades and San Fernando Valley.
FEMALE LIVE-IN CAREGIVER
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• Home or Office IN ALL SUBJECTS • Installation • Setup K - 12 • Software Training Emphasis in Math • Virus & Spyware
Great People Make GOOD COMPANY Our premiere private duty home care agency is currently seeking professional caregivers to assist our senior clients. CNA’s, CHHA's, MA's preferred.
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AVA I L A B L E Local References Too! Experienced, CA credentialed teacher (310) ASK-DAVE specializing in (310) 275-3283 grades K-5, all subjects. David@TechnoEntomology.com Please call Courtney ** 310/266-0667 **
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OPPORTUNITIES
• CNA • CHHA
• Companions • Live-In / Live-Out
Bonded & Insured• Licensed • Fully Screened
310.859.0440 www.exehomecare.com
BBB A+ (Highest Rated)
RN on Staff
Need Part-Time Experienced Secretary to Work in Home Office. Hours are flexible. Prefer Mon. & Thurs. 10am - 2pm $18-$20 Per hour Must know Mac, Quickbooks and live on Westside. Write checks, travel arrangements, Need person who THINKS. Best would be person with grown family that wants part-time work.
This is a permanent position. Please email resume to:
secfornow@yahoo.com
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TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE
TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE
BEVERLY HILLS OFFICES Prime Location on Wilshire next to
Private Office Suite at 9595 Wilshire Bl.
OPPORTUNITIES
PERSONAL BOOKKEEPER MUST HAVE LAPTOP W / Q UICKBOOKS P RO 2013 WINDOWS & KNOW MAC 2-Hours, Once a Month. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, etc. Prefer Licensed & Bonded.
310/560-4160
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ACCOUNTING Familiarty with Yardi Genesis a must. Basic accounting knowledge required. Please call Bob: 323/653-6100
————— Accounting Position Investment management firm seeking individual for part-time position. Responsibilities include accounts payable, recordkeeping, and assisting with vendor relations. Works directly with President and senior management of the firm. Small accounting department with flexible hours. Office located in West Los Angeles. College degree preferred. Accounting background is a plus. Please email resume to: s a l l y. a f o n s o @ pattersoncapital.com or fax: 310-556-2496
visit us at bhcourier.com or call: 310.278.1322
Seeking Bev. Hills Office Bldg Could Be Re-Converted Financially Independent To B.H. Medical Bldg. Lots of Parking. 2-Story or Retired Heavyweight/ Completely Re.-Done w/ Best Quality. Experienced ANNETTE WOLF • AGT. Executive For Good Project. 310/441-1811 Backend Reward. Call For Details:
310/474-2291 Very Qualified Only
125 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
START-UP PRODUCTION SEEKS INVESTORS
310/766-1812 Excellent for Law Firm, CPA or Tech Co.
240 OFFICES FOR LEASE
Executive and Virtual Offices in the heart of Beverly Hills C A M D E N D R I V E / S A N TA M O N I C A
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310/494-6094 BILLY@REV-ENT.COM
—————–––– Seeking $18 Million Investment For OPTIMUM Name Brand Company TO BUILD SUPER ELECTRIC CAR, SUPER SPORTS CAR & SUPER LUXURY SEDAN. In Exchange For 12% on the name brand company. Financial Strength Abosuletly Necessary. 310/570-5815 SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.
200 Income Property For Sale
One month free with any virtual agreement
Virtual Office: Starts at $95/MO. Executive Offices: Move-in Special Live receptionist • Mail receipts • Free WiFi access to meeting rooms and much more.
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Call 310.858.5558
www.gbcone.com
Full Service Creative Offices 1920s Art Deco Exterior,
• • • • •
Industrial Interior.
$1,200/Month 280sf. • Sub-Lease Furnished/ Move-in Ready 4 built-in workstations, ergonomic chairs, flat files, natural light. Wired for telephone/internet.
Short & Long Term,
BRAND NEW 310/247-9572 x-223 14-UNIT — A P A R T M E N T ————–––– WILSHIRE BLVD B U I L D I N G RETAIL FRONTAGE F O R S A L E & SMALL OFFICE
Starting at $750
323/655-5388 • Beverly Hills • 8444 Wilshire Bl. @ La Cienega Bl.
Ask About Our Spring Special!
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FOR LEASE 3,260 SQ.FT. San Fernando Valley. *** SUITES *** BEAUTIFUL Principals Only. NO NNN MEDICAL SUITE $5,000,000 All Utilities Included. C ALL WAYNE , AVAILABLE Must Lease Now! Agt: 310/310-5422 Call 310/237-2977 “MUST SEE”
Santa Monica CPA firm seeks a friendly and energetic individual to fill our part-time Receptionist/Admin Assistant position. Candidate must be organized, possess excellent grammar and communication skills and have a flexible attitude to pitch in where needed. Responsibilities include answering multi-line phones, basic Word and Excel, greeting visitors in a professional manner, filing, scheduling, and general office support. 3 -35 hours per week, somewhat flexible.
270 TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE
Beverly Hills Triangle Extremely Modern &
IDEAL FOR CREATIVE FIRM OR SMALL BUSINESS .
/ Admin Assistant**
310/993-6141
—————––– 2 BD. + DEN + 2.5 BA. w/magnificent south view approx. 1,800 sq. ft. Prestigious Full Service Building on Wilshire Bl.
Call Billy Star:
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Please call: Stephanie
For More Info,
2 Jumbo Balconies Largest Condo in Complex
2 BED/2 BATHS $550,000 Magnificent renovation Quiet Corner.Tree Views Lower Floor.Granite Island Kitchen.Stainless Steel Appliances. Real Hardwood Floors. Luxurious Baths Raised Coffered Ceilings South & West Exposures
BEL AIR CREST from $5,800,000.
THE REMINGTON from $1,199,000
THE CENTURY from $2,750,000
CENTURY TOWERS
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from $1,250,000
PARK PLACE from $719,000
BEVERLY HILLS NEW LISTING ON 200 N. SWALL DRIVE 2 BD. + DEN + 2.5 BA.
gym, rec. room and pool. Call Mitra Sisatar (Agt)
at 310/777-6372
CENTURY WOODS SOLD OUT!
LE PARC from $1,499,000
Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.
Principals Only.
For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440
280 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Ready To Buy or Sell? Call Me Today!
Teena Anderson Residential/Commercial Real Estate C OLDWELL B ANKER
B EVERLY H ILLS S OUTH Cal Bre #01912552
310-499-3785 ilovebeverlyhillsrealestate.com teeanaanderson.com
310/276-2119
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FURNISHED S o u t h B e v e r l y D r. CENTURY CITY OFFICE Private room. FOR SUB-LEASE Shared waiting room. $750/MO. GREAT LOCATION. Full service building with CONVENIENT PARKING. conference room and
Resume to: info@biggsco.com or fax 310-450-9157 Call: 310/552-8238
GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES *BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY
Call Pari Kohan (agt) 310/273-8393
1,700+ sq.ft. Very bright
Call Pari Kohan 310/273-8393
NOW AVAILABLE
For more information
WILSHIRE CORRIDOR corner unit. High ceilings. FOR SALE Full service building: valet, ********* 2 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH with beautiful view approx. 1,800 sq. ft. Prestigious Full Service Building on Wilshire Bl. For more information
License 00957281
all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com
UPDATED 2 BD. +2.5 BA. TALL WINDOWS, WOOD CENTURY PARK EAST FLOORS & BALCONY 2 BED/DEN/2 BATHS $829,500 ONLY $695 K !! 1,400 sq. ft. Corner South Tower. 270 degree CALL IRENE ASAP Unobstructed Views
A GREAT BUY AT WILSHIRE CORRIDOR *********
Sit down with us, let us show you.
KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900
BEVERLY HILLS TOWNHOME
PRINCIPALS ONLY
or 713/266-1444
**Receptionist
508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 1 Large Executive Academy of Window Office & Motion Picture 1 Support/ • Executive Suite $400 up Reception Area. includes utilities • Penthouse 2,267 SF Contact: Stan Gerlach • 4F w/views 2500-5000 sf Or: Bryan Dunne Mylene 310/246-9625 310/550-2500 or 310/242-0507
YOUR KID NEED TO WALK TO BHHS OR ADD TO YOUR INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO ?
phone reception. Call 310/653-2551
288 LAND FOR SALE
CLASSIFIED
BEVERLY HILLS
405
300 HOUSES FOR SALE CalBRE 01425843
SUSAN ANDREWS Estates Division®, Director 323.829.8811 cell LuxuryLAHomes.com CalBRE 01425843
314 S. Rimpau Blvd, Hancock Park www.314SouthRimpau.com | $4,499,000 John Aaroe Group does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size, or other information concerning the condition or features of the property provided by the seller or obtained from public records and other sources and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information. If your property is currently listed, this is not a solicitation.
WANTED TO RENT
• WANTED • House or Large Estate Guesthouse Unfurnished.
1 P ROFESSIONAL G ENTLEMAN . Non-Smoker. Please Call:
310/278-6972
407 GARAGE/STORAGE
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TO RENT
4 Bdrm.+3 Bath
TRADITIONAL IN
SANTA MONICA
BEVERLY HILLS
2,516sf. Chalet $1.5 Million OWC w/ $450,000 down $4,500/MO. for 30 years. Shown by Appontment Only to Qualified Principals.
310/739-2554
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North of Sunset 7 Bd + 8 Ba Huge lot. B.H. Flats North of Santa Monica 6 Bd+5 Ba+Maids Rm Approx. 15,000sf. lot.
B.H. S. of Wilshire MOVE-IN CONDITION $5M
Brand New House $2,950,000
B.H.P.O. Home $1,950,000 ANNETTE WOLF • AGT.
310/441-1811 310/766-1812
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427 Montana Ave. PRIME STUDIO CITY S torage Complete in 45 days. S pace Not in MLS Av a i l a b l e 5 BEDROOM, 4.5 BATH for Rent. High-ceiling, Ash Oak Close to Beach . 310/394-7132 floors, Wainscoting, a Martha Stewart kitchen 415 and family room open to Guesthouse grassy yard with pool/ spa For Rent and outdoor entertaining. Master w/private patio SPACIOUS FURNISHED adjoins luxurious master ROOM FOR RENT bath, his & her closet and Are you looking for a place with a bedroom 4 additional bedrooms. and private bath? $2.15 Million Come and see!
Irene: 310/993-6141
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Central A/C, large closet, large fridge in luxury building. Amenities include; Secured entrance, doorman, pool and parking.
Call 310/734-7537 •
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The Carlton Large & Bright 904-908 Granville Av. 11666 Goshen Ave. Guest house/Studio Apt. Furnished. Full kitchen 2 Bd.+2 Ba. ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( ) w/ dishwasher, French Includes:
WESTWOOD / CENTURY CITY
2 BD. + DEN + 2.5 BA. Condo For Rent Single doors, private entrance, Granite counters, Beautiful large front unit secure prkg, shared Fireplace, balcony, ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) w/3 balconies, wet bar, garden. Avail. April 15th. laundry facility, WiFi, central air/heat, fireplace, washer/dryer $1,600/Month fireplace, patio, subterranean prkg. in unit and refrigerator. 310/801-2621 Near Whole Foods. controlled access, Call 310/717-7122 310/207-1965 440 pool, elevator, parking, laundry facility. UNFURNISHED
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BEVERLY HILLS 412 N. OAKHURST DR.
~ Luxury Large ~ 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba.
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BRENTWOOD
310/312-9871 SANTA MONICA 519 S. Barrington Ave. Shopping & Dining in 808 4th St. ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ1˚Δ˚Δ˚ ** Brentwood Village * * 2 Bdrm.+1 /2 Bath * 1 Bd.+1 Ba. * Bright unit. * • BRENTWOOD • * * Dishwasher, On-site 125 N. Barrington Av. * * * laundry, parking. Large, Unique & N E W LY U P D AT E D Close to Gorgeous. Fireplace, • • • • • Brentwood Village. • 2 Bdrm. balcony, dishwasher, 310/472-8915 + 2 Bath • intercom entry,
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Dining rm., appliances, washer/dryer in unit, Upscale, Bright, elevator, prkg., pool. wet bar, balcony, central Gorgeous & Spacious. • Close to Beach • BRENTWOOD air, walk-in closet, • • • • • 310/394-7132 11640 Kiowa Ave. 2-parking. No pets. With Pool, balcony, • • • • • •• • Robert: 310/403-6812 Newly central air, fireplace, Updated 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath stove, elevator, inter- L O W M O V E - I N ! In The HEART of 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath com entry, prkg. gym. L.A.’S FINEST, MOST BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE • • • • • • • • • 310/476-2181 • LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL 170 N. Crescent Dr. Balcony, dishwasher, Close to shopping, * * * * * * * * a/c, heated pool, WiFi, dining & schools. * * * * * “The Mission ” elevator controlled 2 Bdrm. +2 Bath B R E N T W O O D access, on-site laundry, • Westwood • * * * * * * * 11730 S UNSET BLVD. parking. Close to Large & Bright. Brentwood Village, • • • • • • NEWLY REMODELED • • • • • Pool, a/c, balcony, Shops & Restaurants. • Jr. Executive + +1 Ba. • 1 Bd. Loft fridge, stove, laundry • • • • • • 310/826-4889 • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath rm., prkg., intercom • Lease Avail. • • • • • • • 6-Month entry, elevator. * * * * * * • BRENTWOOD • Every Extra Luxury: Rooftop pool, C L O S E T O S H O P S 922 S. Barrington Av. custom cabinets, granite deck, central air, & R ESTAURANTS . • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • countertops, stone entry, elevator, intercom pool, health club, spa. 310/858-8133 Fireplace, balcony, entry, on-sight laundry, • Free WiFi Access • wet bar, dishwasher, • Close to UCLA • gym, parking. laundry facility, BEVERLY HILLS • Free WiFi Access • 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. elevator, parking. 443 S. Oakhurst Dr. L.A., 90024
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Sunday • 2-5pm UPDATED 2 BD. +2.5 BA. Guesthouse 1911 Chariton St., 90034 TALL WINDOWS, WOOD For Rent 3 Bd.+11/2 Ba. FLOORS & BALCONY $699,900 BEL AIR • ONLY $695 K !! Fantastic Opportunity ~ 310/476-3824 ~ Private Guestwing: • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • Close to shops+dining. For Owner/User, Investor CALL IRENE ASAP BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE 310/826-0541 Architectural Bdrm • • • • or Developer. R2 Zoning. • • + Bath + Own Study. • • 310/993-6141 GLORIA • AGENT • • Hi-ceilings, French • • 310/710-4750 PRINCIPALS ONLY windows, views, deck. No pets, no smoking. B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S BEVERLY HILLS References needed. 380 LIVING. A CCESS TO S TUDIOS ,
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Contact Mgr.:
• 310/864-0319 •
HOUSES FOR RENT
UCLA & 405! Balcony, dishwasher, lauriewynngolden@ elevator, intercom aol.com BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE / FAMILY SPANISH entry, on-site • B E V E R LY H I L L S • laundry, parking. GUESTHOUSE/APT 3 BEDROOMS + 3 BATHS • $6,500 Month P LEASE C ALL : Completely Available Immediately 310/435-3693 Furnished Turnkey,
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A Home Away From Home, BEVERLY HILLS Unique Property • • • • • • • With Privacy • 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. • 1 Bedroom• Designer Done
• GORGEOUS UNITS • ~ Lower ~ Benedict Canyon Central air, large Gourmet Chef's Kitchen, Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, Custom Cabinets, Step Down living Rm., Dining Rm, Plantation Shutters, Wood Floors, Master with Large Walk-In Closet; A/C, Security System, Gated Courtyard and Grassy Backyard; BHUSD. Close to Restuarants & Rodeo Drive.
Call 310.271.3435
Patio in woodsy setting. balcony, pool, elevator, Hardwood flrs., built-ins, on-site laundry, 2 tv’s, cable, DSL, spa intercom entry. tub, washer/dryer. 320 N. La Peer Dr. $2,400 • Short-Term Avail. • 310/246-0290 •
Single Occupant
CLOSE
CLOSE TO Call: 310/271-5971 H O PS & DINING S Owner • Realtor TO
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME. Condo Style Living In Beverly Hills
LUXURY 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
L UXURY 2 B EDROOM f r o mA PARTMENTS $ 3 1 5 0 t o FROM $ 3 9 9$3150 5
TO
$3350
Gourmet Granite Kitchens & Baths, Pool, Gym, In Home Laundry Rooms
133 North Almont Towers www.almonttowers.com • 310.888.8875
A PA RT M E N T / C O N D O R E N TA L S
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SANTA MONICA • WESTWOOD • BEVERLY HILLS 427 Montana Ave. 550 Veteran Ave. 412 N. OAKHURST DR. •• • ••• •••• ~ Luxury Large ~ • •••• ••• SINGLE ••• • • 2 B d . + 2 B a . 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. •••• • •••• Dining rm., appliances, Controlled access, • • • • •
Very spacious, granite counters, microwave, intercom 310/394-7132 entry, on-sight launW E S T L . A . dry, parking & WiFi. 12333 TeXaS Ave. Very close to UCLA ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ & Westwood Village. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath 310/208-5166 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath garage, laundry facility. Close to Beach.
washer/dryer in unit, wet bar, balcony, central air, walk-in closet, 2-parking. No pets. Robert: 310/403-6812
858 BEDFORD ST. B E V E R LY HILLS SOPHISTICATED PENTHOUSE
UPPER SPANISH DUPLEX 3 BDRMS + 2 BATHS $4,775/MO.
323/937-6468 x201
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**BEVERLY HILLS** CHARMING SPANISH
BEVERLY HILLS TOWNHOUSE
Upper & Lower Duplex 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Approx. 2000 s.f. with hardwood floors, formal dining/living/breakfast rms. Fireplace, ceiling fans throughout. New kitchen w/appliances & washer/ dryer. 2 car garage. Quiet neighborhood, BH schools. No pets/smoking building. Starting at $3,850/MO.
2 Bdrm.+2 Bath CHARMING 6-UNIT ART-DECO BLDG. Hrwd. flrs., formal dining, fireplace, balcony, washer/dryer. Burton Way/Doheny Area $2,950/Month
Bright, spacious living —————–––– 3 BDRM, 3.5 BATH room w/stained glass window, marble fireplace, 310/666-9424 $5,450/MO. ––––————— 2,253 sq. ft. All Stainless wood floors, lrg. formal dining, breakfast nook, —————–––– * HOLLYWOOD * Steel Appliances, W/D in — — — — — – – – – BEVERLY HILLS 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. all new stainless steel Unit, Multiple Balconies appliances, washer & ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ • WESTWOOD • • 1 Bdrm.+ 232 S. Rexford Dr. Granite counters, dish- 10933 Rochester Ave. 1 Bath Luxurious & Spacious + Deck, Fireplace and Call 818/346-6152 washer, balcony, stove, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ dryer in unit, central A/C * * * * * 2 Bdrm, 2 Baths intercom-entry, on-site Newly Remodeled Large Living Room. 2 Bd.+2 Ba. and 2 car garage. Cell 818/648-0722 Hardwood floors, new laundry, parking. Great Views Spacious a/c, fireplace, —————–––– cabinet with 310/826-4600 PET FRIENDLY Call 310/717-2755 BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. kitchen pool, controlled access, Great views, controlled granite counters, all
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CALL TODAY access, balcony, • Free WiFi Access • elevator, lrg. pool, 1628 Westgate Ave. 310/473-5061 ~ SINGLE ~ prkg, on-sight laundry. EXQUISITE VIEW Close To U.C.L.A. Bright & Airy. H IKING IN R UNYON LARGE ELEGANT Dishwasher, C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD CONDO IN THE W E S T W O O D Intercom entry, on-sight B OWL /N IGHTLIFE . 1409 Midvale Ave. parking, on-sight WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 323/467-8172 laundry facility. •••• ••• •••• Close to transportation. • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • Newly Remodeled
laundry fac., prkg.
WEST L.A.
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^ ^2^Bdrm. ^ ^ +2 Bath Dishwasher, a/c, controlled access, on-site parking & laundry facility.
• Large Unit • Dishwasher, controlled access, on-sight laundry & parking.
Lafayette Park 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL.
1 Bdrm.+1 Bath
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CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., Granite counter tops, stainSHOPPING & 1 BLK. less steel appliances, TO WESTWOOD PARK. air conditioned, new 310/478-8616 hrwd. flrs., designer
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WILSHIRE 310/820-8584 CORRIDOR —————–––– 10530-10540 WESTWOOD Wilshire Bl. 1382 Kelton Ave. ∞ ∞∞∞∞∞ 1 B DRM . +1 B ATH ∞ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥
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∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Luxury Living
finishes, balcony, ceiling fan, elevator, controlled access. Fitness ctr, yoga room, wi-fi, skyview lounge w/ outdoor fireplace, laundry facilities. Easy freeway access
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1380 Midvale Ave.
HOLLYWOOD • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. 1769-1775 Sycamore Av. Single • Single • • • • • • Bachelor
WiFi, pool, elevator, controlled access, onsight laundry, parking. Close to U.C.L.A.
310/473-1509
Controlled access, laundry facility. Utilities Included.
323/851-3790 Close to Everything.
Contact Julie at 310/474-7565
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$5,100/MO.
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April 4, 2014 | Page 31 . Publisher Clifton S. Smith, Jr ******* Associate Publisher Marcia W . Hobbs Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Stephen P. Simmons ****** Founding Publisher March Schwartz (Publisher 1965-2004)
Rabbi Jacob Pressman BUY AN UMBRELLA–WHETHER OR NOT?
This year, the weather in the United States seems to be more capricious than ever. But here in sunny California, even in recent weeks when cold winter seemed unready to go away, we have enjoyed a most salubrious climate. Last week, the weatherman The Courier is proud to be a Education Partner promised us some rain, but except for a very few drops, we have had no moisture here. The weather calendar on our television has seemed to fall in love with 80 degrees week after week. People who sell umbrellas have luckily discovered that by calling them parasols, they can make them fashionable, even when the sun is shining. With the approach of summer I have a fear that He who makes the climate is going to play a few tricks with us and that we may perhaps be heading for “June Gloom.” This evenness of temperature creates a big problem for writers like myself who find it difficult to create any excitement about the thermometer. I sympathize with professional weathermen speaking on radio and television who Los Angeles Superior Court Judge John Torribio finally released his Metro opinion dated March never get much to get dramatic about in their work. 28, 2014, ruling against the City of Beverly Hills and the Beverly Hills Unified School District. I like to think that we in Beverly Hills consider ourselves special Let’s look at the opinion itself. but we are really like Westwood - weather dull. I feel lucky in my What were the lawsuits about? Two things for the most part: real facts vs. Metro expert opin- profession that as a rabbi, I will always have something to say, ion based on no serious research, and a “hearing” required by the Public Utilities Code which was “weather” or not. an actual farce. Metro, if you recall, punched a handful of holes, hid the coring results from Beverly Hills and BHUSD, and substituted “opinions” of their hired experts for real facts. In response, Beverly Hills Unified actually did the research – and found out conclusively that the Metro experts were wrong. Metro’s “experts” included a TV personality “scientist” not even licensed in California. All of I just read that a judge has ruled against the BHUSD and “has Beverly Hills’ scientists hold the necessary licenses in California. cleared the Way” for Metro’s wrecking Ball. I see there are two outSecond, the City and BHUSD protested the kangaroo court “hearing” held by Metro under the standing suits by the City against Metro in Federal Court. Maybe an Public Utilities Code. ANY public hearing must meet at least the minimum requirement of due unbiased judgement will be forthcoming. Justice was not served in process, which is “fundamental fairness.” By no means was this hearing “fair” in any sense of the this ruling as the judge has not a clue what he’s ruling. So much for word. Evidence was hidden from Beverly Hills. No cross-examination was permitted. Metro’s the US legal system. Joseph E. Hanley own lawyer acted as judge and Metro’s directors the jury – and even many of them just walked ****** out of the “hearing.” My business is along the route of the Expo line near the Beverly What did Judge Torribio do with this? He took 15-pages to say that expert opinion based on Hills Country Club in Cheviot Hills. We went through a lovely the slimmest of facts trumps actual facts even when the “actual facts” conclusively prove the process where Metro came out to Vista Del Mar and gave us cook“opinion” wrong. He wrote that evidence hidden by Metro (to prevent it being challenged) is ies and platitudes. To be clear, I am a supporter of the Expo line and enough, and that the PUC hearing didn’t have to be a hearing in any real legal sense. It may be its potential for good. Not so much Metro, its assigns and their fair to say that this entire opinion is a cover-up by a judge who apparently simply hates California ways. Environmental Quality Act lawsuits. (He just nixed another big CEQA suit dealing with the To be really clear about the process we went through, this part Newhall Ranch.) Well, in law and our court system, this kind of stuff happens. needs to be known. In our case, Metro was the front entity we dealt As for facts that really are not in dispute, his opinion gets them wrong – backwards at times. with initially. He writes that the “West Beverly Hills Lineament” is where the Santa Monica Boulevard station is Once the contract was let, actual construction was handled by supposed be built. No, wrong. The West Beverly Hills Lineament is the hillside behind Beverly Expo which then put it to SRJV (Skanska-Rados A Joint Venture) Hills High School sloping up to Century City. Metro threw that in there to try to threaten Beverly which does the actual work. This is where all the promises became Hills that our high school is on an active earthquake fault. If it is, it would have to be abandoned meaningless. and could not be rebuilt. BHUSD trenched–no active fault. In reality, when the shovels met the road and construction Oil wells? Judge Torribio writes that Metro identified the abandoned wells in the path of the began in earnest, there was more disruption than anticipated (promdigging. Metro itself, however, writes they cannot. ised) and quite a lot of finger pointing and much of it between difJudge Torribio mixes up the two routes even worse – he writes that the Santa Monica station ferent city departments (some whom we never even thought about route requires the trains to slow down. Backwards! It’s the Metro route that makes the trains in our conversations). slow down because they have to snake through a crazy “S” turn to go under Beverly High. I am three doors down from the bridge built over Motor Judge Torribio writes that “Metro undertook significant analysis of the subsurface structure of Avenue. The road traffic in the area became quite difficult (I was not the [Constellation] Station.” No, Metro did not. Metro drilled virtually no core samples there. even allowed to turn left into my driveway forcing me to go considIt never looked at anything. It also relied on its paid-for experts that the Santa Monica Station was erably out of my way to get into the drive - oh, and they never said bad, even though it drilled nothing there. it was part of their plan (that was a decision that was left up to the A good example of how off the opinion is shows through where the Judge writes that the dis- Traffic Department - who was talking to them?) And, this was only tance from Santa Monica Boulevard to Constellation, one block away, is a “considerable dis- a 6-month disruption. tance.” It’s about 700 feet. They have now re-striped the streets and traffic is back to its For anyone who has practiced law for over three decades and understands the scam of using normal pattern. This does not mean the problems have ended. There “expert” testimony as a substitute for real facts, this opinion is a serious miscarriage of justice. are now issues with the way the job was completed and bringing Assuming the experts are ethical, the way you get a rigged opinion even from an “ethical” expert everything back to its original condition. If we didn't have a great is to make sure the expert does not look at enough facts. As long as the “facts” are meager, the neighborhood organization representing us, it would be each perexpert has broad discretion to opine as instructed (or hoped for). The more evidence you gather, son left to his or her own devices. Guess who wins that conversathe harder it is for an “honest” expert to come up with the conclusion he or she is being paid to tion? deliver. Any time there was a conversation this is how we were In this case, the “evidence” on which Metro’s experts concluded that active earthquake faults answered: “Did you get it in writing?” When L.A. Councilmember exist where Metro wanted them was not only meager but hidden from Beverly Hills, even though Paul Koretz was asked to review it with the business owners–interBeverly Hills went to court to get that evidence. In response, Beverly Hills Unified actually dug estingly enough he wanted to know where they resided–no vote no huge trenches to find the truth. Not an “opinion” but actual evidence. It’s like a fingerprint help from him! Too bad I can't vote no for him! expert testifying that a little partial fingerprint “in my opinion belongs to the accused.” What if A drain was installed right beneath my neighbor's second the actual “partial print” is hidden from the defense? In criminal court, the whole thing would be entrance to his property. After many calls, conversations and “promexcluded by the judge. Here, Metro didn’t even get a “partial print.” It obtained virtually no evi- ises,” it was still built where Metro wanted it without regard to the dence, blocked Beverly Hill's and relied on “expert testimony” to make its case. owners protestations. Not in writing? Not our problem. Now the As for the “hearing” required by the Public Utilities Code, the Judge simply said that nothing lawyers are involved. is really required, so the fact that nothing was actually “heard” is of no consequence. In essence, Another item which merits a great deal of consideration and he stripped the Public Utilities Code hearing requirement of all its meaning. That blocked Beverly attention is the change order process. The city needs to exert overHills from cross-examining the experts which would have included showing them the real facts sight on this as well because a lot of work is done here that changes and asking them whether the real research changed their opinions. That’s how you would deal the original job and how it affects the buildings and the residents. with it in a real court proceeding. I say this only so those we entrust to protect us will be fully The Courier believes the City and the Beverly Hills Unified School District will appeal this aware of the modus operandi of Metro and those who support and really poorly crafted opinion. Just correcting the factual errors alone justifies reversal. We work with it. What is going to happen in Beverly Hills will be much strongly support an appeal. longer and much more protracted. If we do not get it in writing we The combined cases are Beverly Hills Unified School District v. Los Angeles County will have even worse problems. To those to whom we look to for Metropolitan Transportation Authority, case no. BS137606 and City of Beverly Hills v. Los Angeles representation, do not be misguided - get everything in writing and County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, case #BS137607. properly prepare your constituents for their coming reality. It will not be pretty. Richard Rubins
From the Publisher CLIF SMITH
METRO CASE JUDGE WRITES BAD OPINION –FACTS WRONG, BACKWARDS
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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