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April 14, 2017

Planning Commission To Talk Lago Vista Wednesday

GIVING BACK— Over the last several weeks, Kris Milliken’s fifth grade class at Beverly Vista has participated in a service learning project to raise money for the John Lege Project, which is a charitable organization that is committed to aiding African children who are victims of violence, abuse and poverty. The class easily surpassed its original goal of $1,000 to end up raising more than $2,700. Pictured, back row (from left): Teacher Kris Milliken, Jonas Enrlich, Ryan Cukier, Lola Choukroun, Hayden Radonsky, Devorah Elliot, Olivia Kim, Kaylee Kwok, Mia Shapiro, Evie Nesbit and Principal Christian Fuhrer. Middle row (from left): Aiden Granitz, Brandon Seff, Elijah Imani, Ben Lee, Jacob Perlmutter, Harrison Isaac, Noah Jover, Maxime Soulies, Lauren Mandel, Alex Zide, Matthew Niknam and Kate Schirmer. Front row (from left): Camille Kaiserman, Izzy Sapphire, Batia Tello, Reese Margo, Colby Gilardian, Mia Saltzman and Maddie Zelinka.

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•Health & Wellness 10 •Birthdays 18 •Guest Editorial by Robert K. Tanenbaum 31

Fine Arts Theatre Among Three Set For Landmark Designation

By Victoria Talbot The Ahyra Fine Arts Theatre, originally known as The Regina, located at 8554 Wilshire Blvd. is one of three properties that will go to City Council with a recommendation to be included in the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties from the Cultural Heritage Commission (CHC).

Built in 1937 by Master Architect B. Marcus Priteca in the Art Deco style, the theatre will cel-

ebrate 80 years on April 21. The theatre continues to operate under the Laemmle Theatre management, showing independent and foreign films.

“It is a very significant property,” said Vice Chair Noah Furie.

“I bought this theatre for the beauty of it,” said owner Shawn Farr. The theatre has been upgraded with state-of-the-art equipment, (see ‘LANDMARKS’ page 8)

Beverly Hills High Seniors Awash In College Opportunities George Christy, Page 6 Once A National Pastime, Baseball Is Now An International Phenomenon, And The Pacholski Family Of Nine Brothers and Three Sisters (One A Nun) Are The Sport’s Encyclopedists

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By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills High School class of 2017 is celebrating an impressive number of college acceptance letters just five weeks before graduation as students now get down to deciding just where they will attend this coming fall.

“We’re a public school and we got into every major college in the U.S., we got into every Ivy league,” extolled BHHS Principal Dave Jackson. “We must be doing something right.”

BHHS students are now sitting on acceptances from California Institute of Technology, Carnegie Mellon University, University of Chicago, Columbia University, Dartmouth College, Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, New York University, Princeton University, Reed College, Rhode Island School of Design, Stanford University, University of California, Los (see ‘COLLEGE’ page 19)

By Laura Coleman From a missing contract with a consultant to a systemic pattern of change orders that resulted in millions of dollars of cost escalations without a competitive bid process, Tuesday night’s presentation and acceptance of the 2015-16 Measure E Performance Audit seemed rife with problems.

Still, that didn’t prevent Board of Education President Mel Spitz from attempting to put a honky-dory spin on the 32page presentation prepared by Moss Adams LLP. “This is basically a good report,” Spitz stated, prompting a Moss Adams representative to subsequently concur.

Such an assertion appeared to directly contradict

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The Ahrya Fine Arts Theatre

The City welcomed 11th and 12th graders from Hebrew Reali School in Haifa.

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ire of the community.

The agenda contains over 300 pages of letters against the project from scores of neighbors, including a petition signed by 30 homeowners.

The 1260 Lago Vista project is a new single-family home on three levels. A portion of the lowest level, which qualifies as a basement under the current municipal code, will be 5,084 square feet. The entry level (middle) is 3,356 square feet and the upper level is 1,788 square feet according to Assistant Director of Community Development Ryan Gohlich.

The total square footage is 10,228; code permitted exemptions for basements and parking areas bring the actual floor area to 6,750 square feet. (see ‘LAGO VISTA’ page 19)

Performance Audit Shows Flaws, Improvement With School Bond Expenditures

Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills celebrates 4 30 years.

Ready to get on the dance floor? The Wallis is now offering salsa dancing. 5

By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed Lago Vista Project on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

At issue is a request for an R1 permit to export in excess of the 1,500 cubic yards of soil permitted by right on hillside streets 24 feet or less in width, as per the new Hillside Ordinance. This is the first R1 permit request since the new ordinance was passed.

While many residents believed that the ordinance would prohibit excessive exporting of soil, it actually only lowers the threshold from 3,000 cubic yards to 1,500 to trigger a review for an R1 permit, which is why there is a hearing.

The project has drawn the

the report, which stated: “The district does not have well defined policies and procedures surrounding in-house and consultant staffing for the Bond Program.”

Board of Education member Howard Goldstein, who served on the Measure E bond Citizen's Oversight Committee for two years before being elected to the board, tempered the audit’s criticisms by underscoring just how dramatically improved the district has become over the past years.

“We are meeting compliance laws and regulations,” he said. “The items that are being pointed out now appear to be the exception not the norm.

Four or five years ago that used (see ‘SCHOOL BOND’ page 19)

GLAAD LADIES — Paris Jackson, along with Teri Polo and Sherri Saum, were on hand to enjoy the 28th Annual GLAAD Media Awards - honoring members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community at The Beverly Hilton.

For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING The Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California, will hold a public hearing to consider adoption of: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE SCHEDULE OF TAXES FEES & SERVICE CHARGES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2017/2018.

This public hearing was rescheduled from April 20, 2017 to May 2, 2017.

The proposed resolution will increase certain fees and service charges that are charged to the public for the various activities and services as set forth in the schedule for fiscal year 2017/2018. In some cases fees are proposed for adjustment by 1.8% based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November 2016 to reflect the increase in the City’s costs. In other cases, new fees are proposed to be established or existing fees to be adjusted to reflect a more equitable distribution of costs, or a change in service level. Most fees would become effective on July 3, 2017.

Copies of the proposed Resolution are available for review or purchase in the Office of the City Clerk, Room 290, 455 N. Rexford Drive, and in the Finance Department, 3rd Floor, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California. Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard. Written comments may also be submitted and should be addressed to the City Council, c/o City Clerk, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California, 90210. The comments should be received prior to the hearing date. If you need more information, please contact Carolyn Johnson at (310) 285-2459.

Please note that if you challenge the Council's action in regard to this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing.

BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

DATE: April 27, 2017 TIME: 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard LOCATION: Commission Meeting Room 280A Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 PROJECT ADDRESS: 9360 Wilshire Boulevard (Sixty Hotel) The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at its REGULAR meeting on Thursday, April 27, 2017, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider: A request for renewal of a Conditional use Permit and Extended Hours Permit for the property located at 9360 Wilshire Boulevard (Sixty Hotel). The Applicant was previously granted a Conditional Use Permit and Extended Hours Permit to allow the following rooftop operations at the hotel: • • • •

The entitlements require renewal, and the Applicant is requesting renewal of the Conditional Use Permit and Extended Hours Permit to allow rooftop operations with the following changes: • •

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING UPDATES ON PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AMENDED RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE The Beverly Hills City Council will discuss plans for implementing changes to the Rent Stabilization Ordinance at its next scheduled meeting. Please note that changes to the content of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance will not be discussed and will be considered after the facilitated meetings between landlords and tenants at a future date.

DATE: Thursday, April 20, 2017 TIME: 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION: City Hall, Council Chamber, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 On April 4, 2017, the City Council gave final approval to an ordinance that modified the Rent Stabilization Ordinance; (Chapters 5 and 6 of Title 4) with three key changes. The new ordinance: 1. Requires landlords to pay relocation fees to tenants who are evicted without cause from their apartment units 2. Establishes a not-to-exceed 3% annual rent increase, with a provision for appeals 3. Establishes a rental registry database.

Topics to be discussed at the April 20th meeting include: a timeline for creating the rental registry database; a timeline for facilitated meetings between landlords and tenants; and creation of an ad hoc committee to oversee the program.

BACKGROUND On February 21, 2017, the City Council approved an urgency ordinance and conducted the first reading of the permanent ordinance that modified the Rent Stabilization Ordinance. On April 4, 2017, the City Council conducted the second reading of the permanent ordinance which was adopted. The permanent ordinance will become effective after 30 days, on May 5, 2017 and the urgency ordinance remains in place until then.

More information can be found at www.beverlyhills.org/rent or by calling the Community Development Department at (310)285-1119.

Use of the rooftop area until 12:00 AM Sunday through Thursday and until 2:00 AM Friday and Saturday Allowance for up to 12 rooftop events per year, with frequency of such events not to exceed two per month Maximum rooftop occupancy of 165 persons (excluding hotel staff) Entitlements to expire within 12 months unless renewed by the Planning Commission

Use of the rooftop area until 1:00 AM Sunday through Thursday and until 2:00 AM Friday and Saturday Entitlements to expire within 36 months unless renewed by the Planning Commission

This project has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City.

Upon review, the project appears to qualify for exemption from CEQA. Accordingly, the Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to find the project exempt from the environmental review requirements of CEQA as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption (minor alterations to an existing facility) pursuant to Section 15301 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.

Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the Commission.

According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the Commission's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Andre Sahakian, AICP, Senior Planner in the Planning Division at (310) 285-1127, or by email at asahakian@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the application and associated project materials are on file in the Community Development Department, and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.

Sincerely: Andre Sahakian, AICP, Senior Planner

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B E V E R LY H I L L S M A I N N E W S EARTH DAY— Beverly Hills celebrated Earth Day last weekend at the Beverly Hills Farmer’s Market. Pictured left: BHPD Chief Sandra Spagnoli, Mayor Lili Bosse and 4H Club members Julia Coffey, Olympia Lifson and Sofia Lifson. Pictured below: City Councilmember Les Friedman with granddaughters Zoe Friedman and Sela and Maya Shepps.

Four Seasons At Beverly Hills Celebrates 30 Years

By Laura Coleman From the moment Robert Cohen first laid eyes on Beverly 68 years ago, he knew without a doubt that he would marry her. What neither of the two young people, both of whom hailed from incredibly humble beginnings, could ever imagine was just how luxuriously successful their lives would become when they one day set out to found Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills together with Robert’s brother Joseph and his wife.

As both a testament to their love and continuing success, Tuesday marks the 30th anniversary of the five-star luxury hotel.

From the finest linens to the incredible staff, everything about the Four Seasons is marked by exquisite attention

Robert and Beverly Cohen

to detail.

“Nobody has employees like we do,” extolled Beverly, who lives with her husband on-site in a penthouse suite.

“The service we give the guests makes them feel so special.

‘No’ isn’t in [the employees] vocabulary.”

But as anyone who has ever stepped foot in the entry-

way immediately knows, it’s the flowers that adorn the hotel that are truly impressive, magical beyond compare.

“There’s never been a budget for flowers in the hotel.

It’s just whatever it takes to make it beautiful,” explained Robert. “People come to the hotel now just to see the flowers and walk the hotel.”

Last year, the celebrated Artistic Director of Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris, Jeff Leatham, returned home to Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills where he orignally began his career in floral design, thus ensuring that the elaborate flower displays continue.

Indeed, the Cohens’ love for flowers runs incredibly deep.

Born Oct. 1, 1930 in Los

Beverly Hills Sunshine Task Force To Review Advocacy Forms For Lobbying

By Victoria Talbot The City of Beverly Hills has scheduled a two-hour meeting of the Sunshine Task Force on April 24 at 5 p.m. to focus on the legislative advocacy forms for lobbyists.

The Task Force is in the process of reviewing the registration forms to increase government transparency.

At a meeting on March 23, local land use attorney Murray Fischer, who serves on the committee, objected to the proposed definition of a “Legislative Advocate.”

Liaisons Mayor Lili Bosse and Councilmember John Mirisch determined the issue would require more time, and directed staff to set aside two hours to hash out the definition.

In Beverly Hills, lobbyists are required to register to identify themselves and their purpose “to avoid any appearance of undue influence on City officials and elected officials in making governmental actions and decisions,” according to

Section 1-9-201 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.

Currently, Ordinance No. 14-0-2656 requires that any paid Legislative Advocate “that engages in communication with the City must fill out a form for that purpose.”

Section 1-9-102 defines a Legislative Advocate as, “Any individual who is compensated or who is hired, directed, retained or otherwise becomes entitled to be compensated for engaging in legislative advocacy.”

Fischer, whose clients’ business frequently come before commissions and the City Council, submitted a letter to committee member Fred Fenster, objecting to the definition.

Fischer had been tasked to meet with Fenster on the proposed changes, but opted to submit a letter instead.

In it, he suggested that a Lobbyist should be defined differently. (see ‘SUNSHINE TASK FORCE’ page 7)

(see ‘FOUR SEASONS’ page 7)

Horace Mann Celebrates Diversity In Beverly Hills

By Laura Coleman Horace Mann students are still reveling in their diversity thanks to last week’s Multicultural Week at the school, where each day a different culture was featured from among the 40-plus countries represented by the student body’s cultural heritage.

“It really brought the whole school together to celebrate what makes us such a wonderful school–our diversity and acceptance of all,” said Principal Dana Findley.

Led by the Horace Mann PTA with over 100 parent volunteers, the goal of the week was to educate students and families about the school’s cultural diversity by featuring the sights, sounds and tastes of lands across the globe.

Countries that were featured included: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, Austria, Italy, France, Spain, England, Morocco, Iceland, Angola, South Africa, Israel, Iran, Iraq,

EVERY 15 MINUTES—On Tuesday, the Board of Education provided a commendation to Les Bronte and the Beverly Hills High School Every 15 Minutes Team. Pictured (from left) is the original executive board for the program: Jodi Galen, co-president for the BHHS PTA; Karén Setian, who founded the Vahagn Setian Charitable Foundation in honor of his son who was killed in a drunk driving accident; Gail Millan, Cedars-Sinai Education Program Coordinator; former Mayor Les Bronte; and Health & Safety Commissioner Lisa Kay Schwartz.

Not pictured: Beverly Hills Police Officer Mike Yamada.

Courier photo by Laura Coleman CELEBRATING DIVERSITY–Horace Mann school capped off Multicultural Week on Friday by celebrating the Americas. Pictured (from left, top): José R. Vivanco (Ecuador), José Martin (Mexico), Gerad Soto (Venezuela), Husky Mascot Scott Black (Canada), Alejandro Edda (Mexico), Erick Ramirez (Colombia), Marcos Azevedo (Brazil), and Alfredo Hernandez (El Salvador); (from left, bottom): Joseph Vivanco, Bosco De Santiago Perez Rubio, Luciano Edda, Federick Ramirez and Mathias Ramirez.

Pakistan, India, Tibet, Russia, China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Philippines, Australia, Guam, USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador and Peru.

On Monday, students visited Europe to sample brie cheese and make Norwegian Viking ships. Tuesday they sat

at a Nowruz table and placed messages in the Kotel, while the air was filled with the jovial sounds of Israeli dance.

Wednesday students were awed by an interactive multicultural music jam session and a martial arts demonstration and later made origami, sampled Korean rice cake balls and did lunchtime yoga. Thursday it (see ‘DIVERSITY’ page 7)

Music In The Mansion Welcomes Pianist Aoki, Violinist Rolf Haas

By Victoria Talbot The music series at the Doheny Greystone Mansion & Gardens continues Sunday April 16 at 2 p.m. with Friends Meet in California Concert, featuring Pianist Miki Aoki and Violinist Rolf Haas.

Acclaimed pianist Miki Aoki has won praise worldwide for her talents. She recently concluded a solo tour in South Africa, chamber music performances at the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Hall,

Munetsugu Hall in Nagoya, a solo recital at Philia Hall Yokohama, and performances at the Copenhagen Summer Festival, Sunnmøre Festival (Norway), among many more.

Haas has performed worldwide including in such notable venues as Budapest's Palace of Arts and Zagreb's Lisinski Concert Hall.

For tickets, visit www.beverlyhills.org/bhreg or call 310285-6850, or visit www.beverlyhills.org/musicinthemansion.

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The aftermath of the fatal accident at Wilshire/Bedford.

BHPD Crime Roundup

SALSA SUNDAY— Debbie Allen & Friends were at the Wallis Sunday as part of their Dance Sundays program from 12 to 2 p.m. on the Promenade Terrace, a free program to all who are interested. Allen returns May 14, June 11, July 9 and August 13. For more information visit http://www.thewallis.org/debbiesundays.

10th Annual Women Of Distinction Luncheon Set For May 17 At The Beverly Hilton

By Laura Coleman Two of the more painful inflammatory bowel diseases around, Crohn’s and Colitis, affect roughly 1.6 million Americans – one in 200 – and yet, they still remain largely in the shadows.

While treatments are imperfect, with no known cure for these two chronic autoimmune genetic diseases characterized by inflammation of the digestive tract, for the past 50 years the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation has remained at the forefront of research efforts and education, thanks largely to the generosity of volunteers and donors.

To that end, 10 years ago L.A. chapter foundation members Cathy Greenly, Caryl Golden and Ronda Lippman started the annual Women of Distinction Luncheon to raise both funds and awareness. All three are co-chairing this year’s luncheon on May 17 at The Beverly Hilton.

“Knowing that our money is going to help fund the miracle of a cure is what drives me,” said Greenly, a longtime Beverly Hills resident who got involved with the foundation 25 years ago when her son was diagnosed with the disease when he was 12 years old. “The goal Cathy Greenly, Ronda Lippman and is to find the cure for Caryl Golden our kids and their kids.”

Bullen, owner/managing direc“Almost everybody in the tor of Biscuit Filmworks; and committee is involved through Roxy Sowlaty, Beverly Hillsfamily,” added Lippman, based interior designer. Past whose son was diagnosed honorees include Jamie Lee when he was 10 years old. “He Curtis, Mary Hart, Wendy had been going to doctors Goldberg, Joyce Brandman, since he was five. He’s now 36 Mindy Weiss, Amy and married with two kids. Brenneman, Judy Felsenthal, Way back I wasn’t allowed to Evelyn Heyward, Linda talk about it.”

Howard, Bobbe Joy Dawson, The 2017 honorees Barbara Herman, Lisa Greer, include: Brooke Abbott, cre- Tina Finkelman Berkett, and ator/blogger for The Crazy Janice Bryant Howroyd.

Creole Mommy Chronicles and For tickets and informaowner of The Crazy Creole tion: 310-478-4500 or visit Mommy Life, Inc; Shawn Lacy bit.ly/wod2017la.

by reflecting on time. Since the 1970s, Michelle Stuart has been internationally known for a rich and diverse practice, including site-specific earth works, intimate drawings, multimedia installations, paintings, sculpture and photographs all centered on a lifelong interest in the natural world.

Seed Gardens precedes a major presentation of works from the 1960s to the present

by Stuart in Arte Viva Arte at the 57th Venice Biennale, including three works from the seed paintings group.

In this current series at Marc Selwyn Fine Art, the artist continues her pioneering use of nontraditional materials, merging science, botany and the collection of organic specimens with seeds collected from treks along coastal areas of California, Oregon, and New York.

female pedestrian,” Moreno said.

••• An incident that began when a resident phoned in a report of hearing broken glass and screeching tires ended without apprehending the suspect(s) in a residential burglary in Beverly Hills Monday evening.

The 300 block of South Swall Drive was cordoned off Wednesday evening at about 10:30 p.m. as police sought containment of the area.

An LAPD helicopter circled above, providing assistance.

YoungArts Los Angeles Offers High School Artists The Chance To Shine And Grow

Michelle Stuart, Sea Measured, 1999, Beeswax, seeds, pigment on canvas over panel

By Laura Coleman For Archer School for Girls senior Annie Schindel, 17, there was never a time that music-making was not part of her life. But while she steadily eked out her pathway without too much guidance, singing songs of her own composition from a young age and teaching herself to play the guitar one sick day at the age of 12, it wasn’t until her Archer music teacher encouraged her to apply for YoungArts Los Angeles–and she was accepted–that she truly realized just how powerful her gifts were.

“It really changed my life, it gave me so much confidence,” Schindel said after just completing the week-long program held at UCLA where she spent eight hours daily in rehearsals with other young dancers, vocalists and songwriters. “It’s definitely an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life.”

Now in its fifth year in Los Angeles, the National YoungArts Foundation‘s YoungArts L.A. this year provided some 70 youth performers from across the nation lifechanging experiences, guidance, and support through interdisciplinary workshops, seminars and master classes with renowned leaders in their

Said gallery owner Marc Selwyn: “With compositions recalling the minimalist grids of artists like Agnes Martin and Sol Lewitt, these works address the metaphysical, while remaining deeply connected to their own physicality and the implications of their materials.”

For more information, visit: http://www.marcselwynfineart.com.

Annie Schindel performs onstage at Royce Hall as part of YoungArts Los Angeles.

Michelle Stuart’s Seed Gardens Now On View At Marc Selywn Fine Art Gallery

By Laura Coleman Marc Selwyn Fine Art last week premiered its second one-person exhibition of works

by Michelle Stuart, one of the pioneers of the Land Art movement. The exhibit, Seed Gardens, will remain at the Beverly Hills gallery through May 13.

“Seeds are such a positive thing amongst all the other negative things in life,” said Stuart, who marvels at the fact that seeds continue to archive the fabric of life and can transform even thousands of years after they were created.

Featuring approximately twenty-five works that Stuart created using encaustic (an ancient process using wax and pigment) to affix the seeds in calendar-like representations during the 1990s, the L.A.born artist said she originally started doing this type of work

Drugs or alcohol did not appear to be factors in a multivehicle crash on Sunday that left one pedestrian dead and another critically injured.

The crash occurred just after 5 p.m. at Wilshire Boulevard and Bedford Drive, where two SUVs collided and one of them careened into the victims, said BHPD Lt. Renato Moreno.

“Officers determined that two vehicles collided in the intersection, and one vehicle deflected into the southeast corner of the intersection, where it struck a male and

fields, culminating in a series of public events and a performance at UCLA’s Royce Hall on April 2.

Public events included a jazz instrumental performance directed by the distinguished Dr. Ron McCurdy; writers’ readings led by Joan Morgan; a classical music performance directed by celebrated cellist Jeffery Zeigler; a multidisciplinary performance directed by dancer/choreographer John Heginbotham; and a visual arts exhibition curated by John Tain, assistant curator of Modern & Contemporary Collections, Getty Research Institute.

For Marlborough junior Elena DeBre, a YoungArts winner for writing, the recent experience likewise proved profoundly inspiring.

“Living in a hub of creation, a community of artists, for a week was perspectiveshifting,” she said. “I gained new insight into the craft of writing, new knowledge about how to be a writer, new innovative ways to interact with other artists. I left feeling excited, encouraged, inspired, but more than anything, I felt hopeful about the profound power this next generation of artists has to bring about change in the world.”

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ven his sister Helen, a lookalike for Greta Garbo who joined the nunnery, kept up with her brothers who went to their graves comparing scores.

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arl knew the facts behind the facts, and the trivia behind the trivia,” claims Howard, awed by Carl’s quick wit ... he’d see a skyscraper rising on the skyline, and he’d shrug, ‘More cars, more toilets!” Or when he’d pass a lady overloaded with jewelry he described her as ‘a human chandelier.’”

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arl was 90 years old when we lost him during this first week of April two years ago, dying from a tragic medical misdiagnosis. They lived long the Pacholskis, with sister Sophie a happy camper at age 100. Medics believe he would have lived longer had he not been misdiagnosed. In the Mayo Clinic’s latest research, the study found that 88% of patients seeking a second opinion receive a “refined or new diagnosis.”

When

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was starring in Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf at the Ahmanson Theater, Shera and Peter Falk hosted a small dinner at the charming and popular Divino, created by chef Goran Milic.

One of Brentwood’s coziest dining rooms where the Getty Museum folks frequently dine.

Don’t miss Goran’s silky smooth tomato soup.

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as she ever considered that the voters long ago arrived at the disturbing awareness that she’ll never be trusted by Middle America after the barrages of her embarrassing lies over many years.

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arl, their longtime friend, was seated next to Peter. He regaled Peter with his hilarious humor and had Peter laughing nonstop, and wanting to back him in a comedy act.

Flattered beyond words, Carl was in disbelief, often wondering later if he imagined this, and took the unforgettable compliment with him and his ashes at sea beyond the San Pedro Harbor.

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peaking out this week, the losing presidential candidate blamed the Putin hacking for her loss, FBI chief James Comey and her scandalous emails, the mysoginist voters, etc.

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Carl Pacholski Hall and his nine brothers and three sisters (one a nun) were devoted baseball enthusiasts.

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aseball's a gentleman’s sport ... without any violence, as there is in football,” says Erin O’Connor. massage therapist and Little League coach, whose book Song of the Little League Pitcher is becoming an instant classic. “Baseball was invented 150 years ago ... once a national pastime, it’s now an international phenomenon.

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t the end of every season, children from all over the world meet and compete for the championship, just like the big leagues.

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s was his friend and ours, Carl Pacholski Hall, who Howard says was a baseball encyclopedist. Growing up as Carl did with nine brothers and three sisters, baseball was the talk of the season, day in and night out.

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loaked in the structure of the game, the children discover the value of good sportsmanship and perseverance.”

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asy to read, and with a deep well of knowledge, the handsomely illustrated paperback available at Amazon, guides young readers into the thrilling perks of this exciting game.

Cher (Sarkisian) attended the premiere of The Promise, based on the Armenian genocide, at TCL Chinese Theatre

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he season’s here, and baseball buffs are in hog heaven. Howard Celnik, whose youngNina Dobrev

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“A lobbyist,” he wrote, “is an individual or entity who, for compensation, attempts to influence a decision to be made on a discretionary matter by either the City Council or any commission. Said matter becomes a discretionary matter once an application is filed with the City of Beverly Hills.” Fischer’s definition differs markedly from the one in the current ordinance.

“The first issue to determine is whether the definition of a lobbyist should be expanded to cover situations in addition to ‘attempting to influence municipal legislation,’ or whether Murray Fischer’s more narrow defini-

DIVERSITY AT HORACE MANN — Pictured above: Students at Wednesday’s Asia multicultural day at Horace Mann (top, from left): Julia Wen, Sophia Dou, Lena Ma, Sophie Hong, Tom Lu, and Diya Tulil; (bottom, from left): Heidey Lee, Olivia Kim, Courtney Hong, Alyssa Lee, and Madeleine Ho. Pictured right: Horace Mann students Monica Kelley and Naomi Chung represent Oceania and Africa as part of Multicultural Week on Thursday.

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was off to Africa to make rain sticks with a continuing trip to Oceania to discover Vegemite sandwiches, Aussie Rules Football and the hukilau. Friday brought everyone home to the Americas in great style with a Canadian Husky mascot greeting students while kids enjoyed authentic homemade Colombian empanadas, Mexican beans and Venezuelan arepas. Piñatas, Samba dancers and Carnival masks made students feel as if they were actually transported to the streets of South America.

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Angeles, the youngest of nine, Robert learned to be independent from an early age. Robert’s father had been selling flowers for years on the corner of West Adams and Figueroa, and Robert knew full well from a young age that a floral future lay in store for him.

By the age of 9, he was selling flowers on the corner of Slauson and Vermont – a nickel for a bunch, a quarter for six bunches – where he learned both the art of the sale as well as the beauty of sweet peas, violets and holly. By 14, he would make his way to Hollywood where he would sell three dozen gardenia and rose corsages – made by his father and sister – to well heeled patrons at establishments including the Brown Derby, Ciro’s night club, the Palladium (during the celebrated era where performers like Count Basie and Benny Goodman held court) and Mike Lyman’s restaurant, where he later celebrated his wedding to Beverly.

After the Cohens returned from their honeymoon in Las Vegas, they started branching out in the flower business before moving into real estate.

Robert credits much of his success to his ability to excel in what he calls, “the art of schmooze.” Simply put, he explained, he talks to people

“The annual Multicultural Week at Horace Mann is a model of celebration and acceptance,” said PTA VP of Programs Jenn Pedersen. “My goal for the week was to educate and celebrate the unique cultures that make up the diverse student body that comes together each day at Horace Mann and to instill in each child a sense of belonging.

“With everything else going on in the world it is so comforting to know that our little mixing pot is thriving in an environment nurtured by our wonderful community of parents and educators.” honestly.

“If you’re sincere and honest, people like you for it,” he said.

It was a talent that served him well over three decades ago when his brother Joseph reached out to him to partner in purchasing the property at Doheny and Burton Way to create a luxury hotel. In fact, the process was far from simple.

Although the essential pitch to the community once they partnered with the Four Seasons went something along the lines of: “We’ll be a European style hotel that will nestle in the community and raise property taxes;” it still proved to be a rather tough sell.

“The story at the time was that Los Angeles got all the bedroom tax and Beverly Hills would get all the traffic,” he recalled.

Once it was built, it was an immediate success, the Cohens recalled. And it’s a trend that has continued over the years, and still continues today.

A hotel-wide floor-by-floor renovation is set to finish this year and its new Screening Room and Vinoteca wine bar are both drawing raves.

“This is the third jolly,” exclaimed Robert. “The first was meeting Beverly. The second was having a terrific family, kids and friends. And the third jolly was owning a Four Seasons five-star hotel.”

tion should be adopted,” wrote Fenster in an open letter to the committee, which appears in the agenda.

That definition, he said, is carefully confined to conditional use permits, development plan reviews, variances, legislative acts or any matter which requires a CEQA review.

Fischer, said Fenster in his letter to Assistant City Clerk Lourdes Sy-Rodriguez, would also like to exclude anyone from registration as a lobbyist whose purpose is to “represent a party for compensation for the purpose of obtaining information in order to make a decision about whether to proceed with a project and /or property.”

April 14, 2017 | Page 7 It may seem like splitting hairs, but Fischer’s proposal moves the timeline for determining when a person should be required to register as a lobbyist, rather than being identified as a lobbyist from the moment a business is brought before the City by a compensated representative.

Instead of expanding transparency, Fischer seems to be using the opportunity to legally provide an avenue of access and, potentially influence, prior to a lobbyists’ negotiations in front of a commission or the City Council.

The details will be hashed out at the meeting April 24 at 5 p.m. in the Municipal Gallery. The public is encouraged to attend.

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including 3-D digital projection and Dolby 7.1 sound, but has retained all the original equipment, including the 35 mm projectors.

If the council approves the Cultural Heritage Commission’s recommendation, this will be the second theatre on the City’s roster of historic properties, including the Fox Wilshire Saban Theatre, which is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The commission will also recommend two single-family homes to add to the historic register: The “Vance Residence,” located at 805 N. Hillcrest Rd. designed by John Elgin Woolf in the Hollywood Regency Style and 702 Alta

Drive, the “Casa Coleman,” by world-renowned Master Architect Ricardo Legorreta Vilchis.

The Vance Residence (on a subdivision of the Waverly Mansion to the south and west) was built by local Beverly Hills dentist Alva James Vance and his wife Catherine in 1954. The primary facade includes a central bay with flanking wings, capped by a series of flat, gable and mansard roofs characteristic of the Hollywood Regency style. The elongated Pullman entry doors are flanked by transom glass and side lights within a wood panel recessed vestibule which identifies the Woolf Hollywood Regency style.

Casa Coleman is unique among the recommendations because it is of new construc-

Inside the Ahyra Fine Arts Theatre

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tion.

The contemporary Mexican design was completed in 2012 and received the City’s “Beverly Hills Design Award” that year. However, like the iconic Kate Mantilini restaurant, redesigned in 1968 by Thom Mayne and Michael Rotondi, the architecture is determined to be “of extraordinary significance,” though it is less than 45 years old, according to the City’s historic report.

The property is the only extant private residence designed by Legorreta in Beverly Hills and was one of his last projects before he passed away at the age of 80 in 2011.

A world-class architect, Legorreta was known for his geometric structures with stucco walls, painted in rich colors and filled with light. He was the recipient of the 2000 American Institute of Architect’s Gold Medal, the AIA’s highest honor. His work is infused with references to traditional Mexican architecture, with appointments that intentionally incorporate elements from traditional Mexican architecture in color, enclosures, space, earth and light.

“Being the only building by him in the City and the only one of his in Los Angeles County or the Southern California area, it has special

702 Alta

significance,” said Chair Rebecca Pynoos. A fountain located in Pershing Square downtown is scheduled for demolition.

Each property was unanimously approved for recommendation by the commissioners. The recommendations will

Photo: Hilton & Hyland

be sent to the City Council for final approval in an upcoming council meeting.

The City of Beverly Hills currently has 34 historic properties with the addition of the Salkin Apartment Building No. 2 and the Samuel Goldwyn Estate last week.

805 Hillcrest Road

Photo: Redfin

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HOW DO YOU FEEL? CHLA’s Dr. Wayne To Become Interim Director Of USC’s Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center

Make-A-Film Benefit At The Academy

Alan S. Wayne, MD, will become interim director of the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center (NCCC) on June 30 and replace Stephen B. Gruber, MD, PhD, MPH, whose term ends on that date.

For the past four years, Dr. Wayne has served as the director of the Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases, chief of the division of Hematology, Oncology and Blood and Marrow Transplantation and director of the Pediatric HematologyOncology Fellowship Training Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and will continue with those duties. In addition, he has been associate director for Pediatric Oncology at NCCC and professor of pediatrics at USC’s Keck School of Medicine, overseeing all research, clinical and education programs in pediatric hematology, oncology and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation at CHLA and NCCC. Prior to joining CHLA and USC, Dr. Wayne served as senior clinician and clinical director of the Pediatric Oncology Branch, head of the Hematologic Diseases section and deputy director for Medical Affairs of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) at the National Institutes of Health for 14 years. His work at the NCI

Make A Film Foundation, a non-profit wish granting organization for children with life-threatening medical conditions, is presenting a premiere of The Black Ghiandola at a fundraising benefit on Saturday, April 22, at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Samuel Goldwyn Theater.

There will also be a panel discussion led by film historian Leonard Maltin.

The Black Chiandola fulfills the dream of 16-year-old Anthony Conti who suffered from stage four adrenal cortical cancer. He stars in the project along with Johnny Depp, J.K. Simmons, Laura Dern, David Lynch, Chad L. Coleman, Jade Pettyjohn, Richard Chamberlain, Keith Penelope Ann Miller, and Pritesh Shah. It was directed

by Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight), Theodore Melfi (Hidden Figures) and Sam Raimi (Spiderman Trilogy).

Some 100 documentaries and four short narrative films have been completed so far by Make-A-Film Foundation, according to Tamika Lamison, its founder/executive director.

To order tickets ($25 for screening or $100 for the VIP reception and gift bag), or to donate: visit: http://www. makeafilmfoundation.org.

Alan S. Wayne, M.D.

earned him an international reputation as one of the foremost hematology and oncology physician-researchers in the nation, placing him at the vanguard of innovative clinicians researching and developing leading-edge therapies for childhood leukemia and lymphoma.

Board-certified in pediatric hematology-oncology, Wayne attended medical school at Northwestern University and served his internship, residency and chief residency at Boston Children’s Hospital prior to completing his pediatric hematologyoncology fellowship at the Children’s Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Established in 1973, the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center is a major regional and national resource for cancer research, treatment, prevention and education.

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

Yael And Scooter Braun To Be Honored April 28 At ‘Taste For A Cure’ Philanthropists Scooter and Yael Braun (pictured right) will be honored on Friday, April 28, as the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation presents its 22nd “Taste for a Cure” fundraiser at The Beverly Wilshire.

The Brauns will receive the “Glen Nickel Humanitarian Award” during the festivities which will include cuisine prepared by an array of top chefs plus wine tastings, entertainment from singer Ariana Grande and comedian Jerrod Carmichael and a live auction.

Co-chairing the event are previous honorees Gary Newman and Dana Walden of Fox Television Group, Jay Sures of United Talent Agency, Joe Cohen of CAA, Jon Holman of the Holman Group, and Larry Maguire of Far Niente Winery.

For ticket information, call 310-825-1377 or visit: www.tasteforacure.com.

Lupus LA Sets Its Orange Ball At California Science Center For Saturday, April 22 Lupus LA – a leading nonprofit dedicated to finding the causes of and a cure for lupus, while providing support, services and hope to all people affected by the disease – announced the honorees for its “Orange Ball: Rocket to a Cure” on April 22 underneath the Shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Center.

They are filmmaker Adam Selkowitz, producers Marta and Ron Bloom, and global pharmaceutical conglomerate Eli Lily and Company. The event is chaired by Carrie Brillstein, Lauren Shuler Donner, Dorothy Ellis, Kathy Gallagher and Greg Scott.

The Ball, which has previously raised more than $300,000, will bring in much-needed funds and help spread the word about a disease most Americans know very little about, but affects some 1.5 million people nationwide. There will be a special musical performance by Rita Wilson plus a live auction led by Sharon Stone. To purchase tickets, call 310-657-5667 or email: info@lupusla.org.

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THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS MEDAL OF VALOR—The Simon Wiesenthal Center (SWC) held its annual awards ceremony last Wednesday at The Beverly Hilton, presenting Johnnie Moore with the Medal of Valor for his humanitarian work assisting and advocating for persecuted Christians and religious minorities in the Middle East and posthumously awarding the Medal of Valor to Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and former President and Prime Minister of Israel Shimon Peres. Barbra Streisand presented Ron Meyer, vice chairman of NBCUniversal, with the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award.

Pictured (from left): Rabbi Meyer H. May, executive director of the SWC; Rabbi Marvin Hier, SWC founder and dean; Dinner Chair and SWC Trustee Jeffrey Katzenberg; honoree Ron Meyer; Barbra Streisand; host Ice Cube; and Larry Mizel, chairman of the SWC Board of Trustees.

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Ed Moses “Chance and Circumstance” Now On View At William Turner Gallery At Bergamont Station Through May 27

Ed Moses

By Laura Coleman Set to turn 91 this month, Los Angeles artist Ed Moses proves that passion, energy and art are boundless entities that continue to infuse his being.

Currently on view at William Turner Gallery at Bergamot Station, “Ed Moses: Chance and Circumstance” is an exhibition featuring primarily new works by the prolific painter.

“I never have a pre-vision other than the paintings before me,” Moses recently told the

Courier. “I feel, maybe agitated, excited; I feel I’ll figure out something else. I never know what I’m going to do. I find out in doing it–chance and circumstance.”

A self- described “mutator” and compulsive creator who is still producing work at a staggering pace, this exhibition, which runs through May 27, follows last year’s “Moses@90” which was held at the gallery.

A member of the original stable of artists showing at LA's

legendary Ferus Gallery, Moses exhibited there for the first time while still an MFA student at UCLA in 1958.

“He’s an abstract painter, iconoclast, evolving in new and different ways and pushing the possibility of paint,” described gallery owner William Turner.

Among the new bodies of work included in the exhibition are recent iterations of Moses’s dynamic grid paintings.

For more information, visit: www.williamturnergallery.com.

THE LEFTOVERS—Jennifer Aniston dazzled last week at the season 3 Los Angeles premiere of her husband Justin Theroux’s HBO series The Leftovers. The premiere was at the Avalon Hollywood. Theroux stars in the Dameon Lindelof-created drama about a group of New Yorkers who struggle to continue their lives while coping with an unexpected tragedy of a sudden, unexplainable disappearance of 2 percent of the world's population.

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UNITE4HUMANITY—The 4th annual unite4:humanity gala presented by the unite4:good Foundation and sponsored by Powerteam International and Billionaires Row Champagne was held last Friday at The Beverly Wilshire. The annual event recognized the brightest stars in entertainment, business and sports for their global philanthropic commitments while using their voices and platforms to promote positive change. Award recipients included: Amber Heard, unite4civilliberties Award for her work with the ACLU; Paula Abdul, Music Visionary Award for her work with The LEAP Foundation; Lisa Vanderpump, the unite4Advocacy Award for the TV personalities work with the Trevor Project and Stop Yulin Forever; and Leeza Gibbons, Visionary Health & Caregiver Award for her work with Leeza's Care Connection. Pictured (clockwise, from top left): Leeza Gibbons; Lisa Vanderpump; Amber Heard; and Paula Abdul with Dr. Bill Dorfman.

Photos by Ken Rocho

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T CEMENT IT WITH A SMOOCH—Legendary father-son comedians Carl and Rob Reiner shared a celebratory kiss last week after partaking in one of Hollywood's greatest honors – dipping their hands in the cement in front of the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood. Carl was in rare form before the event, jokingly tweeting out to his social media followers: “Excited & worried about ceremony at Grauman's. Excited to be the first father-son duo to put hand prints in cement & worried I won’t be able to get up.”

Celebrity Photo/Scott Downie

Hollywood Roundup Charlie Murphy Dead At 57, Brolin Cast In Deadpool 2 Hollywood mourned the death this week of comedian Charlie who Murphy, died Wednesday of Leukemia at age 57.

The older Charlie Murphy brother of Eddie Murphy, Charlie lived in his brother’s shadow for much of his early career as Eddie made his ascent from standup comedian to worldwide box office star.

Charlie began making a name for himself in 2003 as a writer and actor on Dave Chappelle’s sketch comedy show, Chappelle’s Show. Charlie was a key figure in memorable “True Hollywood Story” skits about Prince and Rick James. He was set to appear on the upcoming season of STARZ drama Power.

"Charlie filled our family with love and laughter and there won’t be a day that goes by that his presence will not be missed." Eddie Murphy said on behalf of the Murphy family in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter.

••• Josh Brolin will join the Marvel universe after it was announced Wednesday that he’s been cast as Cable in 20th Century Fox’s Deadpool 2.

Brolin will star alongside Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin

who plays the “anti-hero” mercenary Deadpool.

Cable, son of X-Men’s Cyclops, is a telepathic superhero. Brolin, who scored an Oscar nomination for his performance in Milk, already has some comic credits to his name, playing the villain Thanos, a role he’ll reprise for Avengers: Infinity War coming in 2018.

••• Jude Law is set to play a young Dumbledore in the upcoming sequel to Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them.

Dumbledore is one of the more Jude Law well-known characters in the wizarding world of J.K. Rowling, author of Harry Potter.

Law will play an early version of Dumbledore before he became headmaster at Hogwarts. David Yates returns to direct the film, which will co-star Johnny Depp as the villain Grindelwald.

••• MTV announced this week plans to revive Fear Factor, the gross-out reality show that was a major hit in the 2000s, putting contestants through extreme trials, such as eating spiders and rats.

Variety reports rapper Ludacris will host and executive produce. MTV has ordered a 10-episode run of the series, which is expected to debut May 30.

Comedian Joe Rogan hosted Fear Factor during its initial run for NBC from 2001-2006.

At The Box Office Movie The Boss Baby Beauty and the Beast Smurfs: The Lost Village Going in Style Ghost in the Shell Power Rangers Kong: Skull Island Get Out Logan The Case for Christ

Weekend Gross $26,363,488 $23,652,605 $13,210,449 $11,932,330 $7,306,413 $6,199,403 $5,576,182 $4,057,330 $4,021,829 $3,967,885

Opening This Weekend: The Fate Of The Furious; Spark: A Space Tail; The Lost City Of Z; Norman; Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent; The Student; A Quiet Passion; Tommy's Honour.

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B E V E R LY H I L L S Many of Hollywood’s top activists will be at The Beverly Hilton next Tuesday for the Thirst Project’s 8th Annual Thirst Gala.

The Thirst Project aims to end the global water crisis and the annual Thirst Gala is a unique blend of fundraiser, awards show and multimedia exhibition.

Previous attendees have included Jennifer Garner, Pauley Perrette, Kristen Stewart, and Ansel Elgort.

The Thirst Gala is Tuesday, April 18 at The Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills. Tickets range from $75-200, visit https://www.thirstproject.org/gala for more information.

••••• A one-of-a-kind retrospective on one of France’s greatest automakers is now on display at the Mullin Automotive Museum.

“Citroën: The Man, The Marque, The Mystique” takes visitors inside the beauty and technological excellence of French automaker Citroën.

The exhibition features 46 of the world’s most historic and unique Citroëns including a number of vehicles bodied by French

“Citroën: The Man, The Marque, The Mystique” at the Mullin Automotive Museum

coachbuilder Chapron, a rare twin-engined 2CV Sahara, a Traction Avant Cabriolet and an iconic HY Van. For information on the schedule of the Citroën exhibit, visit the museum’s website: www.MullinAutomotiveMuseum.com or call 805-385-5400.

••••• The Los Angeles Doctors Symphony Orchestra will present on Sunday, April 30, an all Beethoven program that includes the Twelve Contredanses, the powerfully emotive Symphony No. 3 in E flat major (Eroica), and Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor performed by renowned pianist, Hye-Won Cho, known for her technical brilliance and musical sensitivity.

Cho is first-prize winner of the L.A. International Liszt Competition and has Hye-Won Cho performed in numerous prestigious venues worldwide, including the Lincoln Center and Julliard Theater in New York.

The performance is set for Sunday, April 30 at 3 p.m. at The Ann and Jerry Moss Theater at the Herb Alpert Educational Village, New Roads School, 3131 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica.

••••• Brentwood’s preeminent family fun event with arts and food – the Brentwood Art Festival – returns for its 33rd year on Sunday, April 30 along the tree-lined area at San Vicente Boulevard between Barrington and Bundy.

More than 10,000 visitors are expected to enjoy a variety of art exhibits including photography, paintings, mixed media and ceramics.

The Art Festival is Sunday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Admission is free.

••••• Award-winning writer of The New Yorker, Ariel Levy, will discuss her new memoir Sunday, May 14 at the Skirball with Maggie Nelson (The Argonauts).

In Levy’s memoir, The Rules Do Not Apply, she details being raised to resist traditional rules about work, love and womanhood, and chronicles the adventure and heartbreak of being a “woman who is free to do whatever she chooses.”

Books are available for purchase and a Q&A and book signing follow the program on Sunday, May 14 at 2 p.m. at the Skirball at 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049 Visit www.skirball.org for more information.

••••• The 2017 Ojai Music Festival is stacking the deck with a vast array of talented musicians.

Set for June 8-11, the Ojai Music Festival has already announced a slate that includes the world premiere of Vijay Iyer’s Trouble, a violin concerto written for and performed by Jennifer Koh; the American premiere of Iyer’s Emergence for trio and ensemble; RADHE RADHE: Rites of Holi with Vijay Iver music by Iyer and film by Prashant Bhargava; the West Coast premiere of the opera Afterword by George Lewis; and Yet Unheard (world premiere of chamber version) by Courtney Bryan.

Six free performances for the community feature works by Bach, Berio, Anthony Braxton, Courtney Bryan, Mario Diaz de Leon, Vijay Iyer, George Lewis, Missy Mazzoli, and Esa-Pekka Salonen.

For a full schedule of Ojai Music Festival showtimes and locations, as well as tickets, visit www.OjaiFestival.org.

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S P O RT S CLIMBING ON COLDWATER — The City of Beverly Hills continues to move the process forward to replace the aged playground equipment at Coldwater Canyon Park. Based on public feedback, surveys, and use patterns over the past several months, three reputable playground companies will be presenting conceptual designs of the new playground area to a committee comprised of City Staff, Recreation and Parks Commission liaisons and consultants.

These design ideas will be on display for public comment at Coldwater Canyon Park April 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and April 20, 2-4 p.m. The playground designs will be posted on the City's website April 18.

There will be further opportunity for public comments at the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting at 2 p.m. Apr. 25.

Los Angeles Olympics Committee Releases First Video, Featuring Carl Lewis Olympian Carl Lewis is the first sports star featured in the Legends Of LA video series released Tuesday by LA 2024.

The committee leading Los Angeles' bid for the 2024 Summer Olympics also plans videos on Kobe Bryant, Wayne Gretzky, Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Cobi Jones.

The video features Lewis, who is also on the LA 2024

Athletes Advisory Commission, walking through the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and talking about his memories of competing at the venue in the 1984 games, as well as his desire to see the Olympics return to the city.

Lewis won nine gold medal in track and field, including four at the '84 Games.

Los Angeles is competing with Paris to host the 2024 Olympics, although it is possible it will be awarded the 2028 Games. The host city will be announced by the International Olympic Committee in September.

The video can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/wa tch?v=WGvUHwASlfI. –– City News Service

Beverly Hills High Track, Baseball Teams Enjoy Big Week Beverly Hills High’s girls track and field team dominated in an Ocean League dual meet on April 6.

The boys team tied 66-66 with Lawndale, but the girls breezed to a 106-20 victory.

For the girls, Julie Park won the pole vault in 9-7 and the 4x100 meter relay team – comprised of Danna Rosman, Arbri Gillis, Leticia Valle and Sarah Smith – won with a time of 48.65 seconds, the second best in BHHS history.

Smith won the 200 in 26.92 and Valle took second in 27.50. Smith took second in the 100 in 13.02. Rosman won the 400 in 62.29.

Zoe Hinton won the 800 in 2:43.33 and Valle won the 1,600 in 5:58.70 and the 3,200 in 13:38.20.

Alexis Moshirfatemi won the 100 hurdles in 18.81 and Chayanna Araullo won the long jump in 15-5.

For the BHHS boys, Brandon Kim had a banner day.

Kim won the 100 in 11.22, the long jump in 20-2 and the triple jump in 40-6.

Jonathan Cohen’s 10:04.79 finish won the 3,200 and he took second in the 1,600 (4:33.80).

Jordan Getty won the 300 hurdles in 45.22 and David Fogel won the high jump in 56. Nicholas Arya’s 9-6 leap won the pole vault.

The boys 4x100 relay team of Sami Yates, Oweelavior Cooper Long, Carl Wehba and Brandon Kim won in 44.04.

Baseball Beverly Hills High’s baseball team is on a bit of a roll, having won three games in a row and six of seven after sweeping a nonleague double header over Brentwood last Friday in an 8-6 win and a 5-3 win.

In the nightcap at La Cienega Park, Grant Gaon went 2 for 3 with three RBIs to lead the Normans. Sid Steinberg drove in two runs.

In the first game, Gaon went 1 for 3 with a triple, three RBIs and three runs scored.

Jonathan Katcher, Cannon King and Alex Rosen each drove in a run.

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

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GLAMOUR TIME–At the Daily Front Row awards, (top row): Kaia Jordan and Presley Walker Gerber with their parents Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber;(above): Delilah Belle and Amelia Gray Hamlin with mother Lisa Rinna; emcee Nick Jonas and Kim Kardashian.

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The Daily Front Row hosted its 3rd annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards (the FLAs) at the Sunset Tower Hotel, sponsored by Maybelline, Revolve, Moroccanoil and Lifewtr, celebrating the visionaries who make the intersection of fashion and Hollywood a most stylish place to be. The honorees were celebrated in The Daily Front Row: Hollywood Edition, a collectible issue of the glossy magazine that highlighted the best of runways from Europe and the choicest shopping destinations here in La La Land!

Maggy Simon Rachael Seymour Arnold Seidel

Being honored... Mert Alas for “Creative of the Year,” Gigi Hadid for “Best Design Debut,” Paris Jackson for “Emerging Talent,” Stella Maxwell for “Model of the Year,” DVF’s Jonathan Saunders for “Designer of the Year,” Karla Welch for “Women’s Stylist,” Samantha McMillen for “Men’s Stylist,” Stephen Gan for the “Visionary Award,” Nicki Minaj for “Fashion Rebel,” Presley Gerber for “Emerging Model” and Yolanda Hadid for “Mother of the Year.”

Presenters and guests included Lily Aldridge, Hailey Baldwin, Lee Daniels, Fergie, Dree Hemingway, Ashton Kutcher, Busy Philipps, Minnie Mouse (yes, I said, “Minnie Mouse. the Red Carpet was the design of her dress...Disney was a sponsor), Nick Bateman, Sharna Burgess, Cindy Crawford, Christine Evangelista, Sam Evans, Fajer Fahad, Rande Gerber, Anwar Hadid, George Kotsiopoulos, Brandon Lee, Kaia Gerber, Dylan Jagger Lee, Will Peltz, Lisa Rinna, Rebecca Romijin, Shaun Ross, Rachel Roy, Eric Rutherford, Jasmine Sanders, and many more. The event was hosted by Nick Jonas. ******

Nina Shaw

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The Independent School Alliance (independentschool-alliance.org will honor outstanding members of the L.A. community at its annual “Impact Awards” gala, Thursday, April 20, in The Beverly Wilshire. They are attorney Nina L. Shaw, founding partner of Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein & Lezcano; Kevin Demoff, EVP/COO of the L.A. Rams; and Mary Beth Barry, of Brentwood School. The event is co-chaired by Joshua Hamilton, Brian Laibow and Mira Lee. Call Rebecca at 323-9044400 for ticket information.

The Independent School Alliance is composed of 54 private, independent elementary and secondary schools which endeavor to increase their own diversity and, at the same time, enrich the lives of children in underserved communities to afford them the opportunity to realize their dreams. Harson Mojica serves as its executive director.

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BIRTHDAYS—Celebrating are Julie Christie, Bradford Dillman, and John Shea (April 14); Tania Ferris, Roy Clark, Adam Klein, Neville Marriner, Judith Hollinger and Emma Thompson (April 15); Ellen Barkin and Bobby Vinton (April 16).Victoria Beckham, Racheal Seymour, and Jennifer Garner (April 17); Donald Sterling, Conan O’Brien, Lea Purwin D’Agostino, Robert Hooks, Arnold Seidel, Dr. William Mandel, Reggie Sully, Rick Moranis, Eric Roberts and James Woods (April 18); Craig Parsons, Ashley Judd, John Damavandi, Kate Hudson, Maria Sharapova, and Ben Simon (April 19); Maggy Simon (April 20).

Frances Allen Desert Roundup

The Masters in Augusta has its green jacket, but the winner of the LPGA’s most iconic championship–now known as the ANA Inspiration and the first ladies golf tournament of the LPGA season–has a coveted robe. Not just any hang-up-behind-the-bathroom-door type but one which comes with both a history and a future.

Previously known as the Kraft Nabisco Championship, and by previous sponsors before them, the tournament was founded in 1972 by Dinah Shore and David Foster and has been an LPGA major championship event since 1983. Held at Rancho Mirage’s Mission Hills Country Club, the tourney has the distinction of being the second oldest continuously at the same course.

Recently, sponsorship (and survivorship) of the tournament was in doubt until ANA (All Nippon Airways) stepped up to the tee and became the title sponsor of the 44-year old event, designating it as the ANA Inspiration.

Now, here is where the robe enters the narrative.

The 18th green is surrounded by Champions Lake, which contains Poppie’s Pond named in honor of Terry Wilcox, longtime tournament director who retired in 2008.

In 1988, an excited Amy Alcott was so happy to have just won the tournament that in her exuberance she jumped into Poppie’s Pond, thus starting a tradition that’s been honored by every tournament winner since then; a tradition that also required a robe to allow the winner to dry off.

ANA–Japan’s largest airline in number of passengers–wanted something special to go with its sponsorship and so it commissioned Imabari, a firm making towels in Japan for more than 120 years, to partner with them in the manufacture of a distinct robe for the tournament winner. The result: a full-length, pure white robe with ANA-blue strips on the sleeves.

After being penalized four strokes for two rule violations, the leader, Lexi Thompson, was forced into a playoff with So Yeon Ryu (pictured left) who made a birdie putt on the first playoff hole to claim the win and dunking rights into Poppy’s Pond. Ryu will return to the ANA Inspiration next year. However, we don’t know if she will have to return the robe, cleaned, prior to 2018’s play. ****** So, you want to be in pictures? Well, here’s your chance.

Extras are needed for a movie starring William Shatner, titled Senior Moment. And where can you find more people with senior moments than in the Coachella Valley, or as Bob Hope fondly called it, “God’s waiting room.”

To fit Shatner’s schedule, the movie will be shot throughout the Desert during the period April 24 – May 19, but there has been no formal announcement as to how one might become an extra on this film. However, here are a couple of clues: Graham T. McClusky is the executive producer of the film, which will be shot, in part, at the Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage.

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BEVERLY HILLS FINDING NEMO—Nemo is a 3-year-old, 10pound Pekingese male pup. You can meet this handsome guy at the non-profit, rescue only pet store Shelter Hope Pet Shop Thousand Oaks in the Janss Marketplace.

Visit http://www.shelterhopepetshop.org or call 805-379-3538 for more information on how you can adopt Nemo.

DISTINGUISHED YOUTH — Beverly Hills welcomed 11-12 grade student delegates from the Hebrew Reali School in Haifa last week. The visit was part of their tour of Southern California studying American government, Jewish leaders in government and the City’s deep connection to Israel. The group, including Amit Anunu, Yael Benyona, Amit Bitton, Dan Bublitsky, Eliyshu Buganim, Loiem Caplan, Smadar Edelman (teacher), Tal Finkelstein, Danaracheli Fischer, Roey Galili, Shany Garini, Eden Grossman, Liraz Kayouf, Adam Kouzly, Singer Liad, Daniel Manachem, Gil Moshzizky, Ran Pivin, Gilad Porat, Guy Raskin, Tal Rosenblat, Aya Santandreu, Yaniv Segal, Onri Shor, Maya Szabo, Or Zerach and Eli Buganim (teacher) was greeted by Mayor Lili Bosse and Human Relations Commissioner Ori Blumenfeld at Council Chambers in City Hall.

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Several residents wrote to the planning commission to express their concerns regarding the preservation of the character of the neighborhood, where homes are still quite large at half the size. The “basement” is sunlit on three sides, and neighbors claim their privacy will be lost when the home looks down on their properties. Other complaints are about the stability of the hillside, and one particularly onerous complaint includes evidence that the applicant, Sagebrook Investments, LLC, represented by Jason Sommers of Crest Realty, has violated the securities act in several states. Particularly egregious is that the residents claim that they were informed the developer would not consider reducing the size of the residence because it would not make the profit margin.

Many of these complaints are echoed in a guest editorial this week by former Beverly Hills Mayor Robert K. Tanenbaum.

All are in unanimous agreement, however, that the narrow street of hairpin turns is inappropriate for 32 hauling trips per day, turning onto congested Coldwater Canyon Road.

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Angeles, University of California, San Diego, and Yale University, to name a few, with admittances to UC Berkeley (12), UC Santa Barbara (20), and University of Southern California (12)

It has to be demonstrated to the planning commission that the project has “significant adverse impacts,” in scheduling, haul routes and safety concerns. Then they must discover if there are conditions that can be imposed to mitigate those factors before deciding if the project can be approved, modified or denied.

Besides confusion over the authority of the Hillside Ordinance to control excessive export of soil, and thus overdevelopment, there is also confusion over a recent discussion at the Planning Commission Liaison meeting last month that directed staff to look at ways the City can either limit the size of “basements,” or count basement square footage towards the overall floor area to limit hauling and reduce the size of basements.

The decision of the Planning Commission can be called up by the City Council if any member wishes, bringing the item de novo (as a new item) before the City.

The item was originally scheduled to be heard in February. However, the City failed to property notice the residents and it was postponed to the new date, Wed. at 7 p.m. above the national average.

Said Boardmember Howard Goldstein: “What it shows is that the quality of education that we are providing at Beverly, if a student is so inclined to go to a top-ranked or Ivy, they can attain that. If they are willing to work hard, we can provide the education.”

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to be the norm.”

The audit over the $334 million Measure E school construction bond approved by Beverly Hills voters in 2008 is mandated by both Proposition 39 and the Education Code. The previous audit, for Fiscal Year (FY) 20142015, was prepared by Harvey M. Rose Associates, LLC. This latest report found that the bulk of the district’s challenges related to Measure E bond money for FY 2015-16 related to procurement procedures and controls.

Such criticisms included: The BHUSD did not have competitive solicitation documentation available for seven active professional service contractors; The district’s professional service contracts included change orders for new scope for amounts in excess of stated policy requiring competitive solicitation for new services; A professional service consultant subcontracted out specialty contractor related work under a consulting agreement, resulting in noncompliance with district policies and procedures; The district was unable to provide a contract for PrimeSource Consulting, a contracted professional service firm providing consulting services, as an outsourced chief facilities officer, resulting in non-compliance with policies and procedures; and Formal policies and procedures and monitoring controls to prevent and detect procurement fraud were not available.

In fact, the report found that the district did not have competitive solicitation documentation available for seven active professional service contractors involving original contracts that ranged from Jan. 2014 to July 2015 for a total of $12.1 million.

According to the district’s Facilities & Planning Procedures Manual, any agreement over $83,400 requires following a formal competitive solicitation process, making available a Request for Qualification, which the district appears to have lacked in the aforementioned specific instances.

Three sampled professional service providers had amendments for new scopes of work, resulting in contractual increases over $83,400 without competitive solicitation: • DLR Group’s Change Order No. 6 effective July 1, 2015 amended the Hawthorne School Campus Development project in the amount of $598,989 for new scope services including a “new food service building” and “new subgrade parking.”

• HMC Architect’s Change Order No. 4 effective August 10, 2015 amended the El Rodeo School Modernization project in the amount of $1,226,395 with new scope services including a new parking structure.

• WLC Architect’s Change Order No. 3, effective April 18, 2011, amended the Horace Mann New Building, Parking, and Interim Housing project in the amount of $2,209,500 with new scope services including a new underground parking structure.

The Moss Adams report offered an improvement recommendation: “The district should select professional service firms through competitive solicitation process as required by district policy.”

While the internal control deficiencies related to compliance with bond program requirements, effectiveness, and efficiency of operations where not in short supply, the report also highlighted practices that the district consistently did well.

Several “good management practices” identified by the report included: The district utilizes other revenue sources to maximize the impact of Measure E funds; Citizen Oversight Committee (COC) meeting minutes were posted on the district website; The Measure E Bond Program website was updated periodically by the district to provide key project information; The district has a policy and procedures manual for its construction activities; The district contracted with California Financial Services (CFS), a full-service financial and facility planning firm, to reconcile Fiscal Year 2015/16 expenditures.

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PUBLIC NOTICES ORDINANCE NO. 17-O-2729 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE REQUIREMENT TO PAY RELOCATION FEES TO TENANTS WHO ARE EVICTED FROM CERTAIN APARTMENT UNITS, TO INCREASE THE AMOUNTS OF THE RELOCATION FEES THAT MUST BE PAID TO TENANTS, TO DECREASE THE 10% AMOUNT BY WHICH CERTAIN RENTS CAN BE INCREASED, TO ESTABLISH A RENT INCREASE APPLICATION PROCESS, TO REQUIRE REGISTRATION OF RENTAL UNITS, AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 17-O-2725

D. Registration Amendment; Landlord Required to notify City of Changed Registration Information. A landlord must file a registration amendment with the city within thirty days of a change in a rental unit’s ownership or management, or a change in the owner’s or manager’s contact information

Section 5.

The City Council hereby amends Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add new Section 4-6-0 thereto to read as follows:

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: The City Council hereby amends Section 1.

Section 4-5-102 of Chapter 5 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add new Paragraph H thereto to read as follows:

B. Words and phrases used in this chapter which are not specifically defined shall be construed according to their context and the customary usage of the language.

H. Dwelling units that are not occupied by the tenant as the tenant’s primary residence.

C. Words defined:

DISABLED PERSON. Any person who is receiving benefits from a Federal, State, or local government, or from a private entity on account of a permanent disability that prevents the person from engaging in regular, fulltime employment.

MINOR. Any person younger than eighteen years of age.

PRIMARY RESIDENCE. Any unit that is occupied by a tenant for at least nine months out of every calendar year.

APARTMENT RENTAL AGREEMENT: An agreement, oral, written, or implied, between a landlord and tenant for the use or occupancy of an apartment unit and for housing services.

APARTMENT UNIT: Any dwelling unit in the city of Beverly Hills rented or offered for rent for human habitation, together with the land and accessory structures appurtenant thereto, and all housing services supplied in connection with the use or occupancy thereof, which is not exempted under section 4-6-1 of this chapter.

DISABLED PERSON. Any person who is receiving benefits from a Federal, State, or local government, or from a private entity on account of a permanent disability that prevents the person from engaging in regular, full-time employment.

SENIOR. Any person sixty-two years of age or older.

Section 3.

The City Council hereby amends Section 4-5-605 of Chapter 5 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: 4-5-605: AMOUNT OF RELOCATION FEES: The amount of the relocation fee payable to a tenant entitled to such fee pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall be determined as follows: Apartment Size

Relocation Fee

A. Studio

$6,193

B. 1 bedroom

$9,148

C. 2 or more bedrooms

$12,394

HOUSING SERVICES: All services connected with the use or occupancy of an apartment unit, including, but not limited to, repairs, replacement, maintenance, painting, light, heat, water, elevator service, laundry facilities and privileges, janitor service, refuse removal, furnishings, telephone, off street parking, and any other benefits, privileges, or facilities.

LANDLORD: An owner, lessor, sublessor, or any person, firm, corporation, partnership, or other entity entitled to receive rent for the use of any apartment unit or the agent, representative, or successor of any of the foregoing.

MINOR. Any person younger than eighteen years of age.

Provided further, those households that include a senior, disabled person, or a minor shall be entitled to an additional relocation fee in the following amount of $2,000.

Any tenant whose occupancy of the apartment unit began after the date when the required notice of termination was given shall not be entitled to any relocation fee.

Commencing July 1, 2018, and on July 1st of each year thereafter, the amounts of the relocation fees set forth above shall be increased annually by a percentage equal to the percentage increase, if any, of the consumer price index for the Los Angeles/Riverside/Orange County area, as published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics between May 1st of the then current year, and May 1st of the immediately preceding year.

Section 4.

The City Council hereby amends Chapter 5 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add a new Article 8 thereto to read as follows: Article 8. REGISTRATION 4-5-801: REGISTRATION OF RENTAL UNITS: A. Initial Registration. A landlord must register every rental unit that is subject to the provisions of this Chapter 5 within 30 days of receipt of notice from the city that registration is required, unless the rental unit is specifically exempt under this Chapter. Registration is complete only when all required information has been provided to the city and all outstanding fees and penalties have been paid.

B. After Terminated Exemption. When a rental unit that was exempt from this chapter becomes governed by this chapter for the first time, the landlord must register the unit with the city within thirty days after the exemption ends.

C. Re-registration. When a rental unit is re-rented after a vacancy, the landlord must reregister the unit with the city within thirty days after the rerental.

The City Council hereby amends Section 8.

Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add new Section 4-6-9 thereto to read as follows:

4-6-0 DEFINITIONS: A. For the purposes of this chapter, the words and phrases shall be defined as set forth herein, unless the context clearly indicates a different meaning is intended.

Section 2.

The City Council hereby amends Section 4-5-202 of Chapter 5 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add the following definitions in alphabetical order:

(1) three percent (3%) of the rental rate then in effect, or (2) the percentage equal to the percentage increase, if any, of the consumer price index for the Los Angeles/Riverside/Orange County area, as published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics between May 1st of the then current year and May 1st of the immediately preceding year.

RENT: The consideration, including any bonus, benefits, or gratuity demanded or received, for or in connection with the use or occupancy of an apartment unit, including, but not limited to, monies demanded or paid for parking, for furnishings, for housing services of any kind, or for subletting.

TENANT: A tenant, subtenant, lessee, sublessee, or any other person entitled to the use or occupancy of any apartment unit.

VACANCY: The departure from an apartment unit of all of the tenants. For purposes of this definition, the term "tenant" shall not include persons who took possession of an apartment unit as sublessees or assignees after January 1, 1999, if the rental agreement restricts or prohibits subletting or assignment, and the restriction has not been satisfied or the prohibition has not been waived.

VOLUNTARILY VACATED: The vacancy of an apartment unit by all of the tenants. "Voluntarily vacated" does not include a vacancy: a) that is the result of a constructive eviction of the tenant, which was caused by the landlord; b) when the previous tenancy was terminated by the landlord by notice pursuant to Civil Code section 1946; or c) when the previous tenancy was terminated due to a change in the terms of the tenancy noticed pursuant to Civil Code section 827, except a change permitted by law in the amount of rent or fees.

The City Council hereby amends Section 6.

Section 4-6-1 of Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: 4-6-1: APPLICATION: The provisions of this chapter are applicable to all multiple residential dwellings consisting of two (2) or more units with the exception of those units that are subject to the existing rent stabilization provisions of chapter 5 of this title; those units excluded under subsections 4-5-102 A through E of this title, and units in a building that has a certificate of occupancy issued after February 1, 1995.

The City Council hereby amends Section 7.

Paragraph B of Section 4-6-3 (“Rental Increase”) of Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: B. Such increases shall not exceed the greater of:

4-6-9: RELOCATION FEE: A. If a landlord brings an action to recover the possession of an apartment unit that is subject to the provisions of this Chapter 6 for any of the reasons set forth in Section 4-5-502, 4-5-503, 4-5-504, 4-5-505, 4-5-507 or 4-5-508 of this Title, the landlord is not required to pay a relocation fee to the tenant residing in the unit. However, if a landlord serves a notice of eviction on a tenant for any other reason, or for no specified reason, the landlord shall pay to such tenant a relocation fee in accordance with the provisions of this section. The relocation fee shall be due and payable to the tenant, regardless of whether the landlord actually utilizes the apartment unit for the purposes stated in the notice of eviction, unless the landlord notifies the tenant in writing of the withdrawal of the notice of eviction prior to such time as the tenant has given the landlord notice of his or her last date of occupancy, or has vacated the unit, if a notice of the last date of occupancy is not given by the tenant. The landlord also shall file a copy of the notice of eviction with the Community Development Department within one week after serving the notice on the tenant.

B. The relocation fee or pro rata share thereof shall be paid to any tenant who vacates the apartment unit at the time he or she vacates it. If the landlord cannot in good faith determine if the tenant is entitled to receive the relocation fee, it shall be deposited in escrow in accordance with Paragraph D of this section.

C. The entire fee shall be paid to a tenant who is the only tenant in an apartment unit. Where an apartment unit is occupied by two (2) or more tenants, payment may be prorated among the tenants, or payment may be made to one tenant, provided all the adult occupants of the apartment unit concur with the allocation or have signed a stipulation to judgment as described in Paragraph D of this section.

In no event shall a landlord be liable to pay a total amount that exceeds the fee required by paragraph E of this section.

D. Deposit of relocation fee into escrow.

1. When the apartment unit has not been vacated, the relocation fee shall be deposited in escrow if the tenant has furnished the landlord with the tenant's notarized stipulation to judgment in favor of the landlord for the repossession of the apartment unit by the landlord within sixty (60) days after the payment of the relocation fee to such tenant. The fee shall be released from escrow to the tenant on the day the tenant vacates the apartment unit. Nothing in this subsection shall be deemed to require any tenant to vacate any apartment unit before the expiration of the full notice time to which such tenant is entitled.

The sixty day period referred to in this paragraph 1 shall not apply to any eviction where the eviction notice was given by the landlord to the tenant on or before January 20, 2017.

2. If the landlord in good faith is unable to determine which persons are entitled to receive the relocation fee, the landlord shall deposit the relocation fee into escrow. The landlord shall give written notice of such deposit to each person, including the tenant and any occupant other than the tenant, who in the landlord's good faith judgment may be entitled to receive the relocation fee. Upon agreement by all persons so notified, the escrow holder may distribute the relocation fee in the manner agreed upon. If such parties cannot reach agreement within thirty (30) days afterthe date the notice of deposit is given, the division and distribution of the relocation fee shall be determined by the hearing officer following a hearing on the matter. No distribution from an escrow may occur until the tenant who is to receive the relocation fee has signed a notarized stipulation to judgment pursuant to subsection A of this section if the tenant still occupies the apartment unit.

3. All the costs of an escrow opened pursuant to the provisions of this section shall be borne by the landlord.

E. The amount of the relocation fee payable to a tenant entitled to such fee pursuant to the provisions of this section shall be determined as follows: Continue to Page 21 >>>

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PUBLIC NOTICES Apartment Size

Relocation Fee

1. Studio

$6,193

2. 1 bedroom

$9,148

3. 2 or more bedrooms

$12,394

Provided further, those households that include a senior, disabled person, or a minor shall be entitled to an additional relocation fee in the following amount of $2,000.

Any tenant whose occupancy of the apartment unit began after the date when the required notice of termination was given shall not be entitled to any relocation fee.

Commencing July 1, 2018, and on July 1st of each year thereafter, the amounts of the relocation fees set forth above shall be increased annually by a percentage equal to the percentage increase, if any, of the consumer price index for the Los Angeles/Riverside/Orange County area, as published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics between May 1st of the then current year and May 1st of the immediately preceding year.

F. In lieu of the relocation fee required by paragraph E of this section, the landlord, at his or her option, may relocate the tenant into a comparable replacement apartment unit satisfactory to the tenant, in which event the landlord shall be liable only for the actual costs of relocating the tenant, up to the maximum as set forth in paragraph E of this section per apartment unit. A tenant shall not unreasonably withhold the approval of a replacement apartment unit offered by the landlord. For the purposes of this paragraph only, comparability shall be determined from the following factors: size, price, location, proximity to medical and recreational facilities, parks, community centers, shops, transportation, schools, churches, and synagogues, amenities, and, if the tenant desires, the location of the apartment unit in the city.

G. Waiver of relocation fee.

1. If a tenant who has received a thirty (30) day notice to vacate premises does not vacate the apartment unit within such time, and the landlord thereafter files a complaint for writ or judgment restoring possession, and the court orders such tenant to vacate the apartment unit, such tenant shall be deemed to have waived all rights to any relocation benefit to which he or she is otherwise entitled pursuant to this section and shall return to the landlord any relocation fee or other benefit so received, plus interest at the rate allowed by law.

2. After the required notice period has passed, if a tenant has signed a stipulation for judgment and received a relocation fee, whether directly or as the result of the distribution of a deposit, and does not vacate the apartment unit within sixty (60) days after such receipt, the tenant shall be deemed to have waived all rights to any relocation benefits to which he or she is otherwise entitled pursuant to this section, and the tenant shall be obligated to return to the landlord any relocation fee or other benefit so received, plus interest at the rate allowed by law.

The City Council hereby amends Section 9.

Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add new Section 4-6-10 thereto to read as follows: 4-6-10: REGISTRATION OF RENTAL UNITS: A. Initial Registration. A landlord must register every rental unit that is subject to the provisions of this Chapter 6 within 30 days of receipt of notice from the city that registration is required, unless the rental unit is specifically exempt under this Chapter. Registration is complete only when all required information has been provided to the city and all outstanding fees and penalties have been paid.

B. After Terminated Exemption. When a rental unit that was exempt from this chapter becomes governed by this chapter for the first time, the landlord must register the unit with the city within thirty days after the exemption ends.

C. Re-registration. When a rental unit is re-rented after a vacancy, the landlord must reregister the unit with the city within thirty days after the re-rental.

D. Registration Amendment. A landlord must file a registration amendment with the city within thirty days of a change in a rental unit’s ownership or management, or a change in the owner’s or manager’s contact information.

The City Council hereby amends Section 10.

Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to add new Section 4-6-11 thereto to read as follows: 4-6-11: RENT ADJUSTMENTS UPON APPLICATION:

A. Basis for Application. A landlord may file a rent adjustment application with the city for all rental units in the landlord’s rental complex to achieve a just and reasonable return based on net operating income principles as set forth in paragraph B of this section, or on any other ground authorized by this chapter or by regulations adopted by the city council.

1. Application. An application for a rent adjustment pursuant to this chapter shall be filed upon a form prescribed by the city and shall be accompanied by the payment of a fee as determined by resolution of the City Council. If no fee has been established at the time of application, the applicant shall pay a fee within 30 days of the date the fee is established. The applicant shall produce at the request of the hearing officer any records, receipts, reports or other documents in the applicant’s possession, custody or control that the hearing officer may deem appropriate to make a determination whether a rent adjustment should be approved. The application shall be made under penalty of perjury and supporting documents shall be certified or verified as requested. Once the registration process is established by the city, no application from a landlord shall be accepted unless the building in which the unit is located is registered and any registration fees have been paid. If a landlord is seeking an adjustment pursuant to subparagraph 1(g)(2) of paragraph B of this section the application shall not be filed with or accepted by the city unless the landlord provides any and all documents and information on which the landlord relies to establish that the base date rent was disproportionately low.

2. Incomplete Applications. The city shall determine whether said application is complete within ten business days of filing of the application by the landlord.

If it is determined that an application is not complete, the applicant shall be notified in writing as to what additional information is required. In the event the applicant notifies the hearing officer that the requested information is unavailable, the hearing officer shall proceed with scheduling a hearing as though the application is complete. Notice that an application has been filed shall be sent to the landlord and all affected tenants by the hearing officer; said notice shall invite submittal of evidence from all concerned parties.

Hearing Date. The hearing officer shall hold a hear3. ing on said application within sixty days after the application is determined to be complete. Notice of the time, date, and place of the hearing shall be mailed to the applicant and the affected parties at least ten business days prior to date of the hearing.

The notice of the hearing also shall be delivered to the affected parties by posting the notice at the property at least ten business days prior to date of the hearing. The notice to the affected parties shall include a brief summary of the stated justification for the rent increase application and shall state that all submitted documents and materials as well as any report prepared by the hearing officer or staff will be available for public review prior to the hearing.

Hearing Rules. At the hearing, the parties may offer 4. any documents, testimony, written declarations, or other evidence that is relevant to the requested rent adjustment. Formal rules of evidence shall not be applicable to such proceedings.

Conduct of Hearing. The Hearing Officer shall con5. trol the conduct of the hearing and rule on procedural requests. The hearing shall be conducted in the manner deemed by the Hearing Officer to be most suitable to secure that information and documentation that is necessary to render an informed decision, and to result in a fair decision without unnecessary delay.

Ex Parte Communications. There shall be no oral 6. communication outside the hearing between the Hearing Officer and any party or witness. All discussion during the hearing shall be recorded. All written communication from the Hearing Officer to a party after the hearing has commenced shall be provided to all parties.

Order of Proceedings. The hearing shall ordinarily 7. proceed in the following manner, unless the Hearing Officer determines that some other order of proceedings would better facilitate the hearing: a.

A brief presentation by or on behalf of landlord, if landlord desires to expand upon the information contained in or appended to the petition for rent adjustment, including presentations of any other affected parties and witnesses in support of the application. b.

A brief presentation of the results of any investigations or staff reports by staff in relation to the petition c.

A brief presentation by or on behalf of opponents to the petition, including presentations of any other affected parties and witnesses in opposition to the application.

d.

Rebuttal by landlord.

e.

The Hearing Officer shall establish equitable time limits for presentations at a hearing, subject to adjustments for translation and reasonable accommodation. f.

The Hearing Officer shall maintain an official hearing record, which shall constitute the exclusive record for decision.

8. Right of Assistance. All parties to a hearing shall have the right to seek assistance in developing their positions, preparing their statements, and presenting evidence from an attorney, tenant organization representative, landlord association representative, translator, or any other person designated by said parties to a hearing.

9. Re-opening of Hearing. The hearing officer may reopen the hearing record when he or she believes that further evidence should be considered to resolve a material issue, when the hearing has been closed, and when a final decision has not been issued by the hearing officer. In such circumstances, the parties may waive a further hearing by agreeing in writing to allow additional exhibits into evidence.

10. Hearing Decision. Within thirty days after the hearing is closed, the hearing officer shall issue a decision, with written findings in support thereof, approving, partially approving or disapproving a rent adjustment.

11. Notice of Decision. A written notice of decision on a rent adjustment application shall be mailed to the applicant and all affected tenants within one day of the issuance of the decision by the hearing officer.

Such notice shall be accompanied by a copy of the hearing decision.

12. Any final decision of the hearing officer is subject to judicial review pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure section 1094.5 and must be filed in accordance with the time periods specified therein.

B. Substantive Grounds for a Rent Increase Application A rent adjustment shall be approved in order to provide a just and reasonable return and maintain net operating income in accordance with the following criteria: 1. Fair Net Operating Income. Fair return applications shall be considered according to the following guidelines: (a) Net operating income equals gross income minus operating expenses. (b) Gross income equals the following: (1) Gross rents, computed on the basis of one hundred percent occupancy, using current rent levels, including the current year annual general adjustment. To the extent that the annual general rent adjustment was not fully implemented or received during the entire current year, it shall be annualized to reflect the total annual gross rents to which the property owner is already entitled, plus (2) Interest from security and cleaning deposits (except to the extent that said interest is payable to the tenants), plus (3) Income from services, garage and parking fees, plus (4) All other income or consideration received or receivable for or in connection with the use or occupancy of rental units and housing services, minus (5) Uncollected rents due to vacancy and bad debts, to the extent that the same are beyond the landlord’s control. Uncollected rents in excess of five percent of gross rents shall be presumed to be unreasonable and shall not be deducted from gross rents unless it is established that they result from circumstances that are likely to continue to exist in future years. (c) Operating Expenses – Inclusions. Operating expenses shall include the following: (1) Rent increase application filing fees (if the application is found to be meritorious); (2) Annual registration fees to the extent that they cannot be passed through to tenants, pursuant to resolution of the city council; (3) License fees, real property taxes, utility costs, insurance; (4) Normal and reasonable repair and maintenance expenses for rental units and the building or complex of buildings of which the building is a part, including common areas, which shall include, but not be limited to, painting, normal cleaning, fumigation, landscaping, repair and replacement of all standard services, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, furnished appliances, drapes, carpets and furniture.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Owner-performed labor shall be counted at reasonable rates established by the cost of obtaining similar services in and around the city, provided the applicant submits documentation showing the date, time, and nature of the work performed by the property owner.

(5) Allowable legal expenses, and management expenses (contracted or owner performed), including necessary and reasonable advertising, accounting, other managerial expense.

Management expenses are presumed to be six percent of gross income, unless established otherwise. Management expenses in excess of eight percent of gross income are presumed to be unreasonable and shall not be allowed unless it is established that such expenses do not exceed those ordinarily charged by commercial management firms for similar residential properties; (6) Attorney’s fees and costs incurred in connection with successful good faith attempts to recover rents owing and successful good faith unlawful detainer actions not in violation of applicable law, to the extent the same are not recovered from tenants; (7) Building improvements, the cost of any improvement mandated by any government statute, rule or regulation enacted after January 1, 2017, major repairs, replacement and maintenance, except to the extent such costs are compensated by insurance proceeds, subject to the condition that said improvements shall be amortized in years according to the schedule below, provided that the Hearing Officer may use 7 years for unlisted items, or such other period of time as is determined by the Hearing Officer to be reasonable.

Air Conditioner 10 Appliances, major (other than those specifically listed) 7 Cabinets 10 Dishwasher 7 Doors 10 Dryer 7 Electric Wiring 15 Elevator 20 Fencing 10 Fire Alarm System 10 Fire Escape 10 Flooring 7 Garbage Disposal 7 Gates 10 Gutters 10 Heating 10 Insulation 10 Locks 7 Paving 10 Drywall 10 Plumbing 10 Pumps 10 Refrigerator 10 Roofing 10 Security System 10 Stove 10 Washing Machine 7 Water Heater 7 (8) Reasonable expenses, fees and other costs for professional services reasonably incurred in the course of successfully pursuing or defending rights under or in relationship to this chapter. (d) Excluded from Operating Expenses. Operating expenses shall not include: (1) Maintenance and repair work that resulted from the intentional deferral of other repairs or work, which deferral caused significant deterioration of housing services, the building or individual units (if the time since the work was performed significantly exceeds the amortization periods established in paragraph (c)(7) above, it shall be presumed that it was intentionally deferred); (2) Avoidable and unnecessary expense increases since the base year; (3) Mortgage interest and principal payments; fees, other than fees expressly authorized by subsection (c) of this section; (4) Penalties and interest awarded for violation of this or any other law; or legal fees, except as provided in this section; (5) Depreciation;

(7) Any expense that has been passed through lawfully to tenants pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. (e) Base year for the purpose of this chapter shall be 2016. Landlords are required to keep all financial records for 2016, which may be necessary for making a net operating income determination. In the event that an owner for good cause cannot produce base year income and expense information, the hearing officer may use a different base period or estimate base year income and expenses. (f)

Presumption of Fair Base Year Net Operating Income. Except as provided in subdivision (g), it shall be presumed that the net operating income produced by the property during the base year provided a fair return (fair net operating income). Landlords shall be entitled to earn a just and reasonable return and to maintain and increase their base year net operating income in accordance with subdivision (h) of this subsection, below.

REMEDIES: A.

Illegal Rent or Withholding of Relocation Fees.

(1) It shall be unlawful for any landlord willfully to demand, accept, receive, or retain any payment of rent in excess of the maximum lawful rent permitted for an apartment unit by this chapter.

(2) It shall be unlawful for any landlord willfully to fail to provide any tenant with any relocation benefit to which such tenant is entitled.

B.

Reduction of Housing Services.

It shall be unlawful for any landlord to reduce housing services with the intent, or for the purpose, of circumventing substantially the requirements and/or provisions or spirit of this chapter. A violation of this section shall be deemed an increase in rent to the extent of the monetary advantage achieved thereby for the landlord or to the extent necessary for the tenant to incur expenses to gain equivalent housing services by other means, whichever is greater. Any such violation shall accordingly be subject to the tenants' remedies prescribed in paragraphs C and D of this section.

(g) Rebutting the Presumption. It may be determined that the base year net operating income yielded other than a fair return, in which case, the base year net operating income may be adjusted accordingly. In order to make such a determination, the hearing officer must make at least one of the following findings:

C. Refusal to Comply with Illegal Requests (1) The landlord’s operating and maintenance expenses in the base year were unusually high or low in comparison to other years. In such instances, adjustments may be made in calculating such expenses so that the base year operating expenses reflect average expenses for the property over a reasonable period of time. In considering whether the base year net operating income yielded more or less than a fair net operating income the hearing officer shall consider the following factors: (i) The landlord made substantial capital improvements during the base year, which were not reflected in the base year rent levels; (ii) Substantial repairs were made due to damage caused by uninsured disaster or vandalism; (iii) Maintenance and repair were below accepted standards or resulted from the intentional deferral of other repairs or work, which deferral caused significant deterioration of housing services, the building or individual units. If the time since the deferred work was performed significantly exceeds the amortization periods amortization periods established in paragraph (c)(7) above, it shall be presumed that it was intentionally deferred;

(1) A tenant may refuse to pay any increase in rent which is in violation of the provisions of this chapter, and such violation shall be a defense in any action brought to recover the possession of an apartment unit or to collect rent.

(2) In addition to the remedies set forth in subparagraph 1 of this paragraph C, in any action brought to recover the possession of an apartment unit, the court may consider as grounds for denial of the request for possession any violation of any provision of this chapter. In addition, a court determination that the action was brought in retaliation for the exercise of any right conferred by this chapter shall also be grounds for denial of the request for possession.

D. Civil Remedies.

Whenever it is necessary for any tenant to file a court action to recover the payment of rent which was in excess of the maximum lawful rent allowed by the provisions of this chapter, or to collect any relocation fee provided for in this chapter, or whenever it is necessary for the tenant to defend against any wrongful action filed in court against the tenant by the landlord to recover the possession of the tenant's apartment unit, the landlord shall be liable to the tenant for damages in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500.00) or not more than three (3) times the amount by which the payment or payments demanded, accepted, received, or retained exceed the lawful amount of rent or relocation fees due to the tenant, whichever is greater. The prevailing party in any such suit shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs as determined by the court.

(iv) Other expenses were unreasonably high or low, notwithstanding prudent business practice.

(2) The rent in the base year was disproportionately low due to the fact that it was not established in an arms-length transaction or other peculiar circumstances. To establish peculiar circumstances, the landlord must prove one or more of the following: there existed between the tenant and the owner a family or close friend relationship; the rent had not been increased for three years prior to the base year; the tenant performed services for the owner; there was low maintenance of the property by the owner in exchange for low rent increases or no rent increases; or any other special circumstances which affected the rent level outside of market factors. (h) Fair Net Operating Income. If the Hearing Officer adjusts the base year rents, then the Hearing officer shall permit rent increases in the maximum allowable rent such that the landlord’s net operating income shall be increased by one hundred percent of the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index between the base year and the current year. Unless the hearing officer selects a base period other than the year 2016, the base year CPI shall be 240.007. For the purposes of this chapter, the current CPI shall be the CPI last reported as of the date of the application.

A rent increase granted pursuant to this chapter shall not exceed the increase requested in the application.

C. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the grant of a rent adjustment upon application by a landlord when required to permit a just and reasonable return to the landlord. This paragraph is a savings clause which provides a basis for a hearing officer to receive relevant evidence demonstrating that a landlord is not receiving a just and reasonable return under the provisions of the net operating income formula, so that the application of the net operating formula may be modified to provide a just and reasonable return to the landlord.

(6) Any expenses for which the landlord has been reimbursed by any utility rebate or discount, security Section 11.

The City Council hereby amends deposit, insurance settlement, judgment for dam- Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to ages, or settlement; add new Section 4-6-12 thereto to read as follows:

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Penalties.

Any person violating any of the provisions, or failing to comply with any of the requirements, of this chapter shall be subject to the penalties and punishment of title 1, chapter 3 of this code.

CEQA. This ordinance is exempt Section 12. from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), which is the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment, and CEQA does not apply where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment.

It can be seen with certainty that the amendments to the City’s rent stabilization regulations to lower the amount of the rent increase that can be imposed annually on certain rental units; to require landlords to register certain rental units located within the City; to establish a process to increase rents pursuant to a hearing; to require landlords who evict tenants without cause to pay relocation fees to the tenants, and to increase the amount of the relocation fees that are required to be paid to tenants will not cause a significant effect on the environment. In addition, the amendments to Chapters 5 and 6 of Title 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are not a project that is subject to the provisions of CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(2) and (b)(5).

Section 13. repealed.

Ordinance No. 17-0-2725 is hereby

Section 14.

Severability. If any provision of this ordinance is held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be considered a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the other provisions of this ordinance.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Section 15.

Publication. The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance to be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the city within fifteen (15) days after its passage in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code, shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance and the city Clerk’s certification, together with proof of publication, to be entered in the Book of Ordinances of the Council of this city.

Section 16.

Effective Date. This Ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force and effect at 12:01 a.m. on the thirty-first (31st) day after its passage.

Section 17.

Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance.

Adopted: April 4, 2017 Effective: May 5, 2017 LILI BOSSE Mayor of the City of Beverly Hills, California ATTEST: BYRON POPE City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: LAURENCE S. WIENER City Attorney APPROVED AS TO CONTENT MAHDI ALUZRI City Manager VOTE: AYES: Councilmember Wunderlich, Councilmember Friedman, Councilmember Mirisch, Vice Mayor Gold, and Mayor Bosse NOES: None ABSENT: None CARRIED

Assembly Bills 7, 9 and 11 (collectively “the Smoking Legislation”), which regulate tobacco and tobacco products. With limited exceptions, the Smoking Legislation does not prohibit the adoption of local standards, or enforcement of local ordinances, that impose greater restrictions than the State standards.

Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force and effect at 12:01 a.m. on the thirty-first (31st) day after its passage.

WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City Council in enacting this Ordinance to provide for the public health, safety, and welfare by discouraging smoking and tobacco use around non-tobacco users, where they live, work, and play; by reducing the potential for children to wrongly associate smoking and tobacco use with a healthy lifestyle and by affirming and promoting a healthy environment in Beverly Hills.

LILI BOSSE Mayor of the City of Beverly Hills, California

WHEREAS, the City Council does hereby find that tobacco smoke is detrimental to the health, welfare and comfort of the general public and that the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of, persons employed in, and persons who frequent this city would be furthered by expanding the prohibition on smoking near open air dining and prohibiting smoking in the public right of way. The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure a healthier environment within the city, improve public safety by reducing litter from smoking waste and the risk of fire from smoking, and enhance the welfare of residents, workers, and visitors by reducing exposure to second hand smoke, which studies confirm can cause negative health effects in non-smokers, and balance the needs of persons who smoke with the needs of nonsmokers, including children and youth, to be free from the discomforts and health threats created by exposure to secondhand smoke.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Adopted: April 4, 2017 Effective: May 5, 2017

ATTEST: BYRON POPE City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: LAURENCE S. WIENER City Attorney APPROVED AS TO CONTENT MAHDI ALUZRI City Manager VOTE: AYES: Councilmember Wunderlich, Councilmember Friedman, Councilmember Mirisch, Vice Mayor Gold, and Mayor Bosse NOES: None ABSENT: None CARRIED U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Smoking — 50 Years of Progress A Report of the Surgeon General Executive Summary. 2014. Available at: www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/reports/50-years-ofprogress/exec-summary.pdf.

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Smoking — 50 Years of Progress A Report of the Surgeon General Executive Summary. 2014. Available at: www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/reports/50-years-ofprogress/exec-summary.pdf.

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Section 1. Code Amendment. The City Council hereby amends Section 5-4-2 (SMOKING IN OPEN AIR DINING AREAS PROHIBITED) of Chapter 4 (SMOKING REGULATIONS) of Title 5 (PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE, AND SANITATION) of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:

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ORDINANCE NO. 17-O-2730 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING CHAPTER 5 OF THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT STRICTER SMOKING REGULATIONS WHEREAS, the City seeks to strengthen and expand its current smoking regulations to protect the health and safety of its children, residents and visitors who are exposed to second hand smoke.

WHEREAS, tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke cause death and disease and impose great social and economic costs as evidenced by the fact that 480,000 people die prematurely in the United States from smoking-related diseases every year, including more than 41,000 deaths resulting from secondhand smoke exposure.1 WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that tobacco-related diseases is the nation’s leading cause of preventable death.2 The World Health Organization estimates that tobacco accounts for the greatest cause of death worldwide accounting for nearly 6 million deaths per year, and current trends show that tobacco use will cause more than 8 million deaths annually by 2030.3 WHEREAS, the U.S. Surgeon General,4 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency5 and, the California Environmental Protection Agency6 have found secondhand smoke to be a public health risk and have classified secondhand smoke as a group A carcinogen, the most dangerous class of carcinogen.7 .8 WHEREAS, secondhand smoke is a human carcinogen and has long term risks to persons exposed to it.

Acute effects of secondhand smoke are serious and include increased frequency and severity of asthma attacks, the initiation of asthma, respiratory symptoms such as coughing and shortness of breath, and respiratory infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia.9 WHEREAS, exposure to secondhand smoke increases the risk of coronary heart disease by about 25 percent to 30 percent10 and increases the risk of stroke by 20 to 30 percent.11 WHEREAS, in 2016, the California legislature enacted five separate bills, Senate Bills 5 and 7 and

“Smoking is prohibited in all open air dining areas located on private or public property, including the public right of way. In addition, smoking is prohibited within twenty feet (20') of an open air dining area, except smoking will be allowed if, and only if, the smoker is actively passing by the open air dining area. Notwithstanding this prohibition, smoking shall be allowed in up to twenty five percent (25%) of contiguous deck space surrounding hotel swimming pools.”

Section 2. Code Amendment. The City Council hereby renumbers Section 5-4-17 (PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT) as Section 5-4-18 (PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT) and adds a new Section 5-4-17 (PROHIBITION OF SMOKING IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY) to the Chapter 4 (SMOKING REGULATIONS) of Title 5 (PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE, AND SANITATION) of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: “Smoking is prohibited in the public right of way (including all public sidewalks and alleyways) in the City, except smoking will be allowed if, and only if, the smoker is actively traveling on the public right of way.”

Section 3. CEQA. The City Council hereby finds that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility the adoption of this Ordinance will have a significant adverse effect on the environment because the Ordinance only expands upon existing smoking use restrictions. It is therefore exempt from California Environmental Quality Act review pursuant to Title 14, Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations.

Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or place, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the final decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 5. Publication. The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance to be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the city within fifteen (15) days after its passage in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code, shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance and the City Clerk’s certification, together with proof of publication, to be entered in the Book of Ordinances of the Council of this city.

Health Organization. Tobacco Fact Sheet No. 339.

July 2015. Available at: http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs339/en/ U.S. Department of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. 2006 Surgeon General’s Report—The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke. 2006. Available at: www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/sgr/2006/index.htm.

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5 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Respiratory Health Effects of Passive Smoking: Lung Cancer and Other Disorders. https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-designates-passivesmoking-class-or-known-human-carcinogen

Chemicals known to the state to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. State of California Environmental Agency Office of Health Hazard Assessment Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. 2015. Available at: www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65/prop65_list/files/P65single012 315.pdf.

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Smoking — 50 Years of Progress A Report of the Surgeon General Executive Summary. 2014. Available at: www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/reports/50-years-ofprogress/exec-summary.pdf.

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of Medicine. Secondhand Smoke Exposure and Cardiovascular Effects: Making Sense of the Evidence.

Washington, DC; 2010. Available at: www.iom.edu/en/Reports/2009/Secondhand-SmokeExposure-and-Cardiovascular-Effects-Making-Sense-ofthe-Evidence.aspx.

California Department of Public Health, California Tobacco Control Program. California Tobacco Facts and Figures 20165 California Department of Public Health; 2015.

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Institute of Medicine. Secondhand Smoke Exposure and Cardiovascular Effects: Making Sense of the Evidence. October 2009.

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11 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Smoking — 50 Years of Progress A Report of the Surgeon General Executive Summary. 2014. Available at: www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/reports/50-years-ofprogress/exec-summary.pdf.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE INVITING PROPOSALS FOR PLAN REVIEW AND SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICES

Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students

RPF No. 17-7

The Kabbalah Children’s Academy school admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other schooladministered programs.

The City of Beverly Hills (City) invites qualified professional consulting firms (Consultant) to submit proposals to provide plan review and supplemental professional and technical services for public and private develoment projects.

The complete request for proposal document is available on the CITY’s bid webpage at (www.beverlyhills.org) RFP No. 17-7 Plan Review and Supplemental Services. Sealed proposals must be received in the Office of the City Clerk located at 455 North Rexford Drive, Room 290, Beverly Hills, California, by no later than 2:00 p.m. (PST) on Thursday May 11, 2017 via mail or in-person. Late proposals will not be accepted, and will be returned unopened, regardless of postmark or timestamp. Prospective proposers are responsible for having proposals deposited on time at the place specified and assume all risk of late delivery, including any delay in the mail or handling of the mail by the U.S. Postal Service or City employees. All proposals must be in writing and must contain an original signature by an authorized officer of the Consultant as requested in RFP. Electronic proposals (i.e., telephone, fax, e-mail, etc.) are not acceptable.

All inquiries and comments concerning this RFP must be directed to Evelin Welch via e-mail to ewelch@beverlyhills.org. Any inquiry should state the question only, without additional information.

Responses to questions or comments provided by any other department, employee, or City office concerning the RFP will not be valid and will not bind the City. Inquiries received via telephone, fax, or in-person will not receive a response.

Firms wishing to be considered responsive to this RFP, must submit five (5) hard copies, and one (1) electronic PDF copy (saved on a flash drive) of their proposal in a sealed envelope no later than Thursday, May 11, 2017; until 2:00 p.m. The envelope should be clearly marked as shown below: RFP No. 17-7 Proposal for Plan Review and Supplemental Services Attention: Raj Patel, Assistant Director of Community Development/Building Official C/o Office of the City Clerk, Room 290 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, California 90210

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

SUDOKU

Linda Bratacher Head Of School 9250 W. Olympic Blvd.

Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (310) 385-1187 BHC_Published 04/14/17 –––––– SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CASE NO: SS028973 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: Mojan Navidbakhsh To all interested person(s): Petitioner: Mojan Navidbakhsh current residence address: 723 N. Camden Dr. Beverly Hills, CA 90210 filed a petition with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse, on March 23, 2017 for a Decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Mojan Navidbakhsh Proposed Name: Moujan Navid The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: May 26, 2017 Time: 8:30am Dept: K Room: A-203 The address of the court is: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse.

Reason for name change: Dissatisfaction with original name.

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information in the foregoing petition is true and correct.

Signed: Moujan Navid Judge of the Superior Court Gerald Rosenberg, Sherri R. Carter, Executive Officer/Clerk Dated: March 23, 2017 Published: MARCH 31, APRIL 07, 14, 21, 2017 Beverly Hills Courier –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017071387 The following is/are doing business as: ECC CONSULTING 461 S. Wetherly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Eyal Cohen 461 S. Wetherly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Eyal Cohen, Owner: Statement is filed

with the County of Los Angeles: March 22, 2017; Published: March 31, April 07, 14, 21, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017077025 The following is/are doing business as: OPERATION FITNESS 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #820, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Michael Torchia 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #820, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed January 2017: Michael Torchia, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 28, 2017; Published: March 31, April 07, 14, 21, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017076810 The following is/are doing business as: AMI KOZAK PRODUCTIONS 1465 S. Beverly Dr. #3, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Allen Kozak 1465 S. Beverly Dr. #3, Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed 2010: Allen Kozak, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 30, 2017; Published: April 07, 14, 21, 28, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017078613 The following is/are doing business as: 1) MIDLINK 2) MIDLINK MANAGEMENT 10680 W. Pico Blvd. #330, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Midlink International Corporation 10680 W. Pico Blvd. #330, Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed May 2007: Greg Zarrin, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 30, 2017; Published: April 07, 14, 21, 28, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017076878 The following is/are doing business as: BALANCE REHABILITATION 50 N. La Cienega Blvd. #218, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; 25971 Pala #110, Mission Viejo, CA 92691; England Rehabilitation, Inc. 25971 Pala #110, Mission Viejo, CA 92691; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Mark Wegener, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 30, 2017; Published: April 07, 14, 21, 28, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017076879 The following is/are doing business as: 1) HELLO AARON! WHERE ARE YOU? 2) NELLIE’S WORLD! 513 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Niloufar Emrani 513 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Niloufar Emrani, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 30, 2017; Published: April 07, 14, 21, 28, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017086820 The following is/are doing business as: KW INGLEWOOD 111 N. La Brea St. #300, Inglewood, CA 90301; Forward Inglewood, Inc. 439 N. Canon Dr. #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed April 03, 2017: David Bailey, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 06, 2017; Published: April 14, 21, 28, May 05, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017070283 The following is/are doing business as: GOLD IN LOVE 1016 S. Bedford Street, Los Angles, CA 90035; Caryssa Beth Ramirez 1016 S. Bedford Street, Los Angles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed on MARCH 2017: Caryssa Beth Ramirez, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 20, 2017; Published: March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 2017 LACC N/C

Trustee Sale No. 792253 Loan No. Title Order No. APN 4331-024-010 TRA No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/05/2016.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05/12/2017 at 10:00AM, First American Title Insurance Company as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on February 12, 2016 as Document Number 20160161810 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: Arrehbori Family, LLC, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: LOT 699 OF TRACT 6380, IN THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 69, PAGE(S) 11 THROUGH 20 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. APN: 4331-024010 The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 237 S Wetherly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90211.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $954,201.33 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may

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

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may visit the Internet Web site set forth below, using the file number assigned to this case 792253.

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

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For information on sale dates please visit our website at: http://www.ncs.firstam.com /socal/ 4/10/2017 First American Title Insurance Company 4380 La Jolla Village Drive Suite 110 San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 410-2158 David Z. Bark, Foreclosure Trustee NPP0305730 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER PUB: 04/21/2017, 04/28/2017, 05/05/2017

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Schools & Instruction

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

JOBS WANTED

BOOKKEEPING SERVICE

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Quicken, Quickbooks, Excel, Quickbooks Pro Advisor (Mac or PC).

Local references.

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• Elementary • Middle School • Algebra One 2 decades of experience.

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• Tax Preparation & Tax Planning for: Individual, Partnership, Corporation • Business & Finance Problem Solving • Bookkeeping & Payroll Services Available • Audit Representation • French Speaking

Please Call:

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FRENCH LESSONS Dr. appointments, Enjoy French Language! shopping, errands, entertainment, etc.

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W/ new car+insurance.

Available for Emergencies 24/7!

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310/838-7749

Serving All Your Immigration Immigrration Needs.

English and has great references.

I AM AN HONEST, COMPASSIONATE CAREGIVER FOR Responsible, friendly.

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• Antique Clock Repair CAREGIVER / • House Calls Available • Complete Watch Repair COMPANION

Live-In / Live-Out Fun meals, household duties, transportation provided to any destination, pet care.

Mark Nichols 818.207-8915 Fluent English.

CPR Certified. ncwrepair@yahoo.com References.

Audrey: 323/359-1402

Specializing in grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, wall clocks, cuckoo clocks

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Filipina with 15 years experience.

With car for errands.

Fluent English.

Flexible hours.

Excellent local references.

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Honest & Dependable.

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ELDERLYCARE

DO YOU MY HOUSEKEEPER NEED AN IS AVAILABLE ON-SIGHT Several Days P R O P E RT Y per Week MANAGER? She speaks perfect • • • • • •

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• Companions • Live-In / Live-Out

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MAMA’S HOME CARE 323/655-2622

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SEEKING 2-EXECUTIVES

PRIME BEVERLY HILLS • 4 9 9 N . C A N O N D R .

Provide Tender Loving Care.

Prepare healthy nutritious meals.

Own car. Previous experience.

References available upon request.

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with Financial Background For Excellent Business Development Opportunity

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

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Full or Part-Time

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

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

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

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An amazing opportunity to lease class A office space in Beverly Hills’ 90 prestigious EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY G o l d e n Tr i angle.

Branding/Marketing Must be highly capable.

Seeking help due to health issue.

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This prime location on the cor ner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Nor th Cañon Drive is t w o b l o c k s e a s t o f t h e w o r l d - r e n o w n e d R o d e o D r i v e a n d a c r o s s f r o m Wa l l i s A n n e n b e r g Center for the Per for ming Ar ts. Offices feature spectacular views with plenty of natural light and on-site valet parking. This is an ideal loc a t i o n f o r a c o r p o r a t e o f f i c e .

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90 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT GOOD SONGS ARE COMING BACK RECORDS: Phone calls, create labels for CD's, put songs on Youtube, research the web, type letters in Word, etc.

Time flexible, pay negotiable, home office in Pacific Palisades.

Send Resume To: tamirmusic@verizon.net

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CORNER OFFICE $1,200/MO. Adj. Beverly Hills

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

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Apt./Condo For Rent Furnished

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

BEVERLY HILLS TOWNHOUSE 2-Story 4 Bd.+4.5 Ba. Totally Redone Hi-ceilings, newer kitch., 2 Bdrm.+23/4 Bath

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lrg. family rm., hrwd flrs.

Formal dining rm., hrwd. $7,900/Month flrs., central air, fire• THE GROVE AREA • place, patio, balcony.

Prime Carthay Circle $6,500/Month Top Flr. 2 Bd.+1 Ba. Lease Term Negotiable Remodeled bath, 310/384-2676 newer kitch., hrwd. flrs., Close to Beverly/Rodeo new w/d, garage prkg.

$3,150/Month LISA SHERMAN • AGENT 310/724-7000 x-1851

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PRIME BEVERLY HILLS LOCATIONS! 335 Palm Drive & 220 Lasky Drive GORGEOUS 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH

Shopping & Dining

440 UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

NEW LISTING

10450 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD UNIT 4G | CENTURY CITY 2 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHS | $4,250 PER MONTH

JEEB O’REILLY 310.980.5304 | MATTHEW CLAYMAN 914.621.1553

BEVERLY HILLS APT * BORDERLINE * * BEVERLY HILLS * BEVERLY HILLS School District 3 Bdrm. + 3 Bath

Separate Office/ Guestroom Unit.

Pool, Granite Counters. $6,300/MO.

By Appointment Only Call 310/472-8396

• Great Condition • ON GLENVILLE DRIVE 8725 Clifton Way Bright Southwest 2220 Ave. of Stars #1805 Exposure. Every room 2 BDRM, 2.5 BATH Newly Remodeled Newly remodeled with Large & Spacious $7,950 • 2+4 • 3,000sf. has French Doors to 270º Jetliner View-Ocean to Small Covered Balcony. hardwood floors, granite 2 Bd.+Den+21/2 Ba. Downtown. 24-hr. Security, counters, laundry hook-up Top Floor with High ••••••••• Valet, Concierge, Tennis, Pool, Gym, 4-Prkg., Hi-Ceiling. Ceilings. Beverly Hills and enclosed garage.

Lrg. unit. balcony, School District.

Rent Includes $3,000 BEVERLY HILLS FLATS No Pets. $2,450/MO. walk-in closet, $4,395/Month Homeowner Dues.

Units have hardwood floor, carpet and tile. Granite counter top, stainless steel appliances includes gas range, refrigerator and dishwasher. Some units come

with parking.

Please call for price

Call Catherine to schedule a viewing at (310) 482-8699

439 S. LE DOUX

LE DOUX / BURTON WAY 11730 SUNSET BLVD. NEWLY REMODELED

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HOME FOR LEASE ARCHITECTURALLY SIGNIFICANT/ PRISTINE CONDITION 3 Bedrooms + 3.5 Baths 2-Story Spanish with elevator + 2 car garage $35,000/Month References Required Call 310/903-359

Call 714/514-0018 central air, intercom 101 California Av. #801 LaPeerApt@aol.com $6,500 • 1+2 OceanFront Beverly Hills Adj. entry, laundry facility, Ocean, Whitewater, Sunset+ BEVERLY HILLS elevator, parking.

City Views! Remodeled Corner. COMPLETELY REMODELED Olympic/Robertson Steps to Sand, Phenomenal!! • 2 Bd + Den + 2 Ba • Deluxe Upper 1 Bd. • CHARMING & BRIGHT • Century Park East #106 Den can be used as Bdrm. Updated Apt., newly • 310/276-1528 •

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Private front patio, painted, a/c, balcony, Close to Cedars, Hrwd. flrs., a/c, w/d, laundry facility, prkg.

Remodeled Corner, Beautiful Beverly Center Setting Under Trees w/ 500sf. dishwasher, 2-car prkg. No pets. No Smoking. restaurants, shopping 336 S. Rexford Dr. Outdoor. Furnished or Not. Quiet, small bldg. & transportation. $3,900/Month $1,900/Month • DIANA COOK •

$4,000 • 1+1 +2 Patios

468 N. Camden Dr., B.H., 90210

430 GUESTHOUSE FOR RENT

BRIGHT 1 BED , 1 BA North of Wilshire

Bright Newly Updated Guesthouse For Rent Center of Beverly Hills $2,295/MO. Incl. Utilities Looking for long term.

Call/text 310-420-7641 2nd floor-has stairs

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310-203-8 333

310/433-1949 310/247-0270 310/860-9991

310/962-0330

Close to Shops & Restaurants.

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BEVERLY HILLS DUPLEX

CENTURY CITY

Recently renovated. Bright JUST UPDATED Upper unit, 2,500sf. and spacious on 2nd story Hardwood throughout, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH central air/heat, washer In the heart of Century City with high ceilings, crown Large 1,100 Sq. Ft. molding, no common walls /dryer in unit, 2-car garage, small backyard. Ground floor with large and very private. No pets $5,350/MO private patio. COMPLEX $1,895/MO. (1 yr lease) 310/413-8481 INCLUDES: 24/7 security, Bryan: 310/435-2738 24 hour concierge, valet EXOTIC PRIVATE parking, large gym, sauna, BEVERLY HILLS SANTA MONICA steam room, olympic size pool. 218 S. Tower Dr. GARDEN APT. • Close to Century Plaza Hotel, • With Pond & Parrots Century City Medical Plaza • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • •• 2 Bd+1 Ba • $5,000/Mo and Westfield Mall.

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2 month security deposit Views of Bright, intercom entry, Ocean & Mountains. Pet welcome w/$50 month. fridge, stove, laundry fac.

Furnished or Unfurnished. Agents with client welcome. C LOSE TO RESTAURANTS

310/403-9308 Pets Welcome.

Contact Jeff at 310/570-7924

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SHOPPING .

310/531-3992

• Jr. Executive •••••••

LARGE 2 BDRM, 2 BA. with Bamboo, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer and Dryer in unit, Pool, 2 Parking, A/C units.

By appointment only

Call 310/425-9070

Rooftop pool, deck, central air, elevator, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, gym, parking.

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BRENTWOOD

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MANSION 2.0 – DISSECTING THE 1260 LAGO VISTA DRIVE PROJECT

Too frequently, we witness development projects that overwhelm the existing neighboring residential community. Not only are these proposed massive structures incongruent with adjacent family homes, but also the construction and aftermath of these mansions create dangerous conditions – intrusive conduct and deeply felt resident discord in protest leading inexorably to serious erosion of government credibility. The proposed project at 1260 Lago Vista Dr. is a case in point.

The Project The developer who owns the Lago Vista pad proposes to replace the existing 2,500 square foot home with a spec house of more than 10,200 square feet by allegedly exporting 2,498 cubic yards of earth materials to lower the existing building pad by 10 to 12 feet to create a much larger pad. The major feature of this expansion project is an enlarged alleged basement. of 5,084 square feet encompassing a large family room and bar, an exercise room and three bedrooms plus 3-1/2 bathrooms.

The Planning Commission staff report reflects that the existing lot has a flat pad area of 8,958 square feet. The proposed grading and export would create a flat pad of 13,171 square feet which would result in an allowable floor area of 6,751 square feet. The actual proposal is to build a 10,228 ssquare foot structure which by deducting 3,078 square feet of a 5,084 square foot alleged basement and deducting 400 square feet of garage space to provide a total of 6,750 square feet, coincidentally is 1 square foot under the limit!

Notwithstanding existing law, fidelity to resident quality of life issues, exposing and piercing through the developer’s unsustainable averments, and common sense, the City’s unelected, bureaucratic planning staff recommends approval of a permit to the developer to proceed to build the project! Let’s reason together to understand why the planning staff evinces, yet again, a malign neglect to our City’s residents while acting in concert with our City’s malfeasant city manager: Hillside Ordinance Last fall the Beverly Hills City Council unanimously passed the Hillside Ordinance which, in relevant portion, prohibits, inter alia, the exportation of more than 1,500 cubic yards of earth material unless a Hillside R-1 permit is issued. The Planning Commission is precluded from issuing an R-1 permit unless it finds that the proposed amount of earth exportation “will not create a substantial adverse impact on the surrounding neighborhood.” A substantial adverse impact is defined as “an adverse impact that is material and readily perceptible.”

If the Planning Commission can make the required finding, it may (not shall) exercise its discretion to grant or deny the R-1 permit.

Would it offend common sense to suggest that any fair-minded, reasonable observer who respects and understands the necessity to conform to lawful mandates and processes as well as the importance of maintaining and enhancing quality of life for all our residents would beyond any and all doubt categorically deny granting the R-1 permit?

Developer’s Engineers’ Unverifiable Estimates Upon which the Planning Commission solely relies, the total amounts of earth removed during excavation and trucks required for exportation originate from the developer’s engineers’ design, not from actual construction drawings. Moreover, the planning staff relies on the developer’s submission regarding the amount of excavation required and the number of trucks necessary for exportation. The City planning staff does not engage in independent verification. How unprofessional, when you consider that the developer’s representatives have informed interested residents and Planning staff that the developer will not reduce the size of the project because doing so would prevent the developer from satisfying the developer’s profit aspirations. Given that candidness, would a sensible and accountable planning staff member simply accept without

independent verification the numbers of cubic yards of excavation and exportation that will actually be undertaken at the project site provided by the developer?

Basement Basement analysis is used to determine precisely what may be deducted for purposes of calculating maximum floor area. In so doing, the finished grade must be used pursuant to the Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 10-32502(3). Note, the basement project structure faces the front or side street on three sides and must satisfy on all three sides the requirement that it must be “below a story which has a finished floor that is a maximum of three feet above grade at any point along the perimeter of the building facing a front or side street setback line and which has no windows exceeding 18 feet above grade at any point along such perimeter of the building.” Simply, the basement ceiling cannot be more than 3 feet above grade and have no windows exceeding 18 feet above grade.

In the proposed project, on three of the four sides, the basement is at grade level with doors that open out to the flat new pad on the finished grade. Also, instead of conforming with lawful mandate, the new project structure will have a basement ceiling that is 12 feet above grade not in conformity with mandated only 3 feet above grade.

Conclusion The City’s planning staff may be willing to accept the developer’s estimates of earth evacuation and exportation but the residents require expert, independent verification. Even as the project is presently described by the developer, it exceeds the Hillside Ordinance limit of earth exportation by at least 60 percent.

Also, remember, Lago Vista Drive is a narrow, steep street with hairpin turns. The construction contemplated using oversized trucks to service their massive project will undoubtedly present a dangerous condition and obstruct traffic significantly on Coldwater Canyon – a street that already witnesses too much gridlock traffic.

The size and scope of the project dwarfs neighboring homes in the area. How many of us have neighboring alleged basements in excess of 5,000 square feet embracing 3 bedrooms, 31/2 baths, a family room, and an exercise room?

The planning staff’s recommendation to grant an R-1 permit in this case is just another example of the incompetence of the highly suspect conduct of the city manager to whom the staff is accountable. You may recall that the city manager was responsible for permitting the deforestation of over 190 trees that existed on Lots 12 and 13 that run east from City Hall to Doheny and are bordered by Santa Monica Boulevard on the north side and Civic Center Drive on the south. It’s the site where the Union Pacific laid its tracks. It was strewn with high levels of arsenic laden soil.

The city manager was admonished orally and in writing by the California Environmental Protection Agency Department of Toxic Substances Control not to permit any tree removal or other remediation on the property without approval from the state agency. Just like the planning staff’s present disregard for conformity with legal requirements, the city manager did likewise. He also spun a deceptive false narrative to cover-up his misconduct, misled the City Council, and deceived the public.

He remains undisciplined. Is it any wonder that the planning staff engages in similar reprehensible conduct?!

The City Council represents residents. It must set an example to hold staff and the city manager responsible for its egregious violations of lawful procedure. If it doesn’t and it hasn’t yet, then our residents will be visited again and intruded upon by the vagaries, biases, and whims of the unelected bureaucrats who do violence to our quality of life.

Robert K. Tanenbaum is a best selling author and a former mayor of Beverly Hills

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Don't start with what others want from you or whom they want you to be. Start with what interests and excites you.

What they need most (though they might not know it yet) is to have people around them interested and excited.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). People will have to come to a decision together. The compromise will either be even better than than the original idea each person brought to the table or it will suit none. Calm communication will be key.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Relationships' ease will have more to do with what's going on outside the relationship. Stressors get lifted today, and the flood of relief makes it so much easier to be present with one another.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Be careful not to let your perfectionism keep you from expanding opportunities. Not everything requires such a high level of attention. In many situations, good enough is good enough.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You find it pretty easy to make rational decisions, unless you are 1) hungry, 2) tired or 3) emotionally involved.

Hungry and tired are easy to remedy. Good luck getting your feelings out of it, though!

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Bottom line, the group will be better for your expertise, instinct and involvement. They may not show you often enough how valuable you are, but hang in there, if for no other reason than this: They need you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Surrender if you feel it's time, if you've been fighting out of stubbornness and ego instead of principle and purpose, if you're ready to stop resisting where life wants to take you. But if this is just about giving up, don't.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You will look for what you find and, bonus, what you beckon for will come to you. Now all you have to do is direct your energy well, toward loveliness and strictly what you would enjoy in your life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You can only give what you've got.

Actually, you could borrow to give, but that would be a horrible idea today. In fact, make sure you don't give all you've got. Hold back half.

You're going to need a lot more tomorrow.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). You'll wake up and avoid some rather overblown expectations that are being promoted by parts of our culture in the realm of relationships. You recognize that this hype is toxic to your pursuit of love.

POLICE BLOTTER

These crimes have been reported this week by BHPD. Streets indicated by block numbers. Losses (when known) are in brackets.

ASSAULTS 04/07 S. Beverly Dr./ Charleville Bl. 04/08 400 S. Rexford Dr. BURGLARIES 04/04 200 Tower Dr. ($10) 04/04 200 S. Carson Rd. 04/05 600 Foothill Rd. 04/05 1100 Tower Rd. ($14,300) 04/06 Gregory Way/ S. Canon Dr. ($1,450) 04/06 200 S. Stanley Dr. 04/07 300 S. Rodeo Dr. ($5,950) 04/07 9500 Olympic Bl. ($50) 04/08 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($4,135) 04/08 8700 Wilshire Bl. 04/09 100 S. Hamel Dr. ($3,330)

GRAND THEFTS 03/22 4000 N. Beverly Dr. 04/02 200 S. La Cienega Bl. ($363) 04/03 200 McCarty Dr. ($19,600) 04/04 600 N. Palm Dr. ($10,000) 04/04 9600 Brighton Way ($48,000) 04/06 Hillcrest Rd./ Elevado Ave.($9,825) 04/07 500 Hilllcrest Rd. ($2,500) 04/07 400 S. Bedford Dr. ($5,110) 04/09 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($4,875) 04/09 8800 Burton Way ($22,500) 04/09 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($5,850) IDENTITY THEFT 04/05 200 N. Palm Dr. ($1,300) ROBBERY 04/04 300 McCarty Dr.

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